2022-09-14 Special Meeting
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL
MEETING
Meridian Pool in Storey Park, 205 E. Franklin Road, Meridian, Idaho
Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at 5:30 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.
All materials presented at public meetings become property of the City of Meridian. Anyone desiring accommodation
for disabilities should contact the City Clerk's Office at 208-888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the public meeting.
Agenda
ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
____ Jo Greer, President ____ Keith Bevan, Vice President
____ Dom Gelsomino ____ John Nesmith
____ Jennifer Bobo ____ Mandi Roberts
____ Camden Hyde ____ Brandon Simpson
____ Mike Medellin
NEW BUSINESS
1. Tour of Meridian Parks & Recreation Facilities
Steve Siddoway, MPR Director ~ 3 hours
Members of the public are invited to join the tour. Space is limited on the bus and
available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, a boxed dinner sponsored by
BerryDunn will be served. Please contact Rachel Myers at 208-888-3579 to inquire
about seating and to RSVP for the dinner by Friday, September 9, 2022. If the bus is
full, you are welcome to follow in your own vehicle.
ADJOURNMENT
NEXT MEETING ~ October 12, 2022 at 5:30 PM
2022 All-Commission Goals:
1. Support the construction of Discovery Park Phase 2.
2. Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian,
with a focus on developing projects for future construction.
3. Participate in the design and programming of a new Community Center.
4. Support the development of the Comprehensive Park System Master Plan Update.
5. Participate in the partnership with the Meridian Arts Commission to add theming
and identity reinforcing art in Meridian parks and along pathways.
6. Support future improvements at Lakeview Golf Course.
7. Pursue improved tools and opportunities to engage citizens and stakeholders.
8. Host and participate in a strategic workshop with the Urban Land Institute
regarding pathway improvements.
9. Provide feedback on the design for new playgrounds at Chateau Park and Bear
Creek Park.
10. Discuss and provide input on efforts to assess and take over operations of the
Meridian Pool.
11. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops
and other outreach for partnership opportunities.
12. Continue to foster greater Commission involvement/presence in community events
whenever appropriate.