HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-12-11 Parks and Recreation Special Meeting
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL
MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho
Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00 PM
Mission:
The Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission is a volunteer citizens' group that is created
and empowered to advise the City on issues relating to park facilities and recreation
programs of the City. Their mission is to gather input from staff and other qualified personnel
on issues relating to the creation and design of public parks and open spaces; to listen to
public input; and to provide advice and recommendations on parks and recreation related
matters to the Mayor and City Council.
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for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting.
Agenda
VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS
To join the meeting online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81095276712
Webinar ID: 810 9527 6712
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
____ Mandi Roberts, President ____ Dom Gelsomino, Vice President
____ Jennifer Bobo ____ Terry Dennington
____ Brienne Sandow ____ John Nesmith
____ Jo Greer ____ Alan Helms
____ Elle Hood
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
1. November 13, 2024 Special Meeting
Mandi Roberts, MPRC Chair ~ 2 minutes
ANNOUNCEMENTS ~ NONE
OLD BUSINESS ~ NONE
NEW BUSINESS
2. Christmas Presentation
Steve Siddoway, MPR Director ~ 3 minutes
3. MPR Communications Update/Annual Report
Shelly Houston, MPR Marketing Coordinator ~ 20 minutes
4. 2025 MPRC Commissioner Elections [Action Item]
Mandi Roberts, MPRC Chair ~ 10 minutes
5. Brainstorm & Identify 2025 All-Commission Goals [Action Item]
Steve Siddoway, MPR Director ~ 30 minutes
WORKSHOP ~ NONE
STAFF REPORTS
6. MPR Staff ~ 15 minutes
NEXT MEETING ~ WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 8, 2025 AT 4 PM
7. Future Meeting Topics
Mandi Roberts, MPRC Chair ~ 5 minutes
ADJOURNMENT
2024 All-Commission Goals:
1. Participate in the development of the Pathways Master Plan Update.
2. Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian, with a
focus on user experience amenities and improved connectivity.
3. Support future improvements at Lakeview Golf Course, including clubhouse/patio
improvements and new on-course restrooms.
4. Participate in the partnership with the Meridian Arts Commission to add theming and
identity reinforcing art in Meridian parks and along pathways. Focus this year on Discovery
Park, Fuller Park, and Chateau Park.
5. Participate in the design and programming of a new Community Center.
6. Support replacement of the Settlers Park Splash Pad.
7. Continue to provide feedback for ongoing park improvements and enhancements.
8. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops and other
outreach for partnership opportunities.
9. Support ongoing operations of the Meridian Pool.
10. Pursue improved communication tools and opportunities to engage the community and
diverse interests.