November 8 2023 PAB Approved MinutesCity of Nederland
Parks Advisory Board
Minutes
12:13 pm
November 8, 2023
1. MEETING
The meeting was held November 8, 2023 in the City of Nederland Recreation Center at
2301 Avenue H, Nederland, Texas and was called to order by Jason Butler.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jason Butler, Alex Rupp, Brandin Shaw
MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Hussey
CITY STAFF PRESENT: Toby Latiolais, Parks and Recreation Director; Mikaela Clark,
Recreation/Aquatics Assistant
2. APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE PREVIOUS MEETING
Alex Rupp made a motion to approve the previous meeting’s minutes. Brandin Shaw
seconded the motion. All voted aye. Motion carried.
3. DISCUSSION/POSSIBLE ACTION
a. Discussion regarding current and proposed park repairs and improvements.
Toby Latiolais stated that the gazebo at Doornbos Park will be going to council for approval to
be replaced. The parks department is looking into replacing picnic tables, benches and water
fountains within all city parks. Toby Latiolais stated that we are working on putting together a
memorial bench program. We are currently researching companies for getting the tennis courts
at Doornbos Park resurfaced and including pickle ball lines. Toby Latiolais stated that he plans
on repairing the softball field at the back of Doornbos Park and installing new backstops within
the park for Nederland Little League to utilize for practices. The parks department is looking
into ideas for development at Cropo LeBlanc Park. No action was needed.
b. Discussion regarding upcoming park programming.
The Veterans Day Celebration is scheduled for Friday, November 10, 2023 at 10 am. Christmas
on the Avenue is scheduled for December 2, 2023 from 12 pm-7 pm. Nederland Little Dribblers
will be utilizing the gym for games and practices starting this month through February. Toby
Latiolais stated that he plans on implementing new programming in the new year such as
indoor pickleball, a monthly outreach event, partnering with the Nederland Senior Center, and
spring leagues. No action was needed.
4. COMMUNICATION
a. Miscellaneous:
Toby Latiolais stated that the new Inclusive Playground dedication was a success and there has
been high usage since the opening. The Nederland Heritage Festival donated $10,000 for park
benches at Reinstra Park. No action was needed.
A motion was made by Alex Rupp to adjourn the meeting, and seconded by Brandin Shaw. All
voted aye and meeting was adjourned at 12:54 pm.
Toby Latiolais, Parks & Recreation Director