Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting 02/08/2023 05:30 PM City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho

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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VIRTUAL MEETING INSTRUCTIONS

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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE

____ Keith Bevan, President         ____ Mandi Roberts, Vice President

____ Jennifer Bobo                          ____ Mike Medellin

____ Dom Gelsomino                      ____ John Nesmith

____ Jo Greer                                    ____ Brandon Simpson

____ Elle Hood 

ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NEW BUSINESS

OLD BUSINESS 

WORKSHOP ~ NONE

STAFF REPORTS

ADJOURNMENT

NEXT MEETING ~ WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8, 2023 AT 5:30 PM

2023 All-Commission Goals:

1. Support the design and construction of Discovery Park Phase 2, including the skate park and bike park.

2. Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian, with focus on developing projects for future construction.

3. Participate in the design and programming of a new Community Center.

4. Finalize the development of the Comprehensive Park System Master Plan Update and support ongoing implementation.

5. 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 Seasons Park, Ten Mile Trailhub, and Discovery Park.

6. Support future improvements at Lakeview Golf Course, including clubhouse/patio improvements.

7. Pursue improved tools and opportunities to engage citizens and stakeholders.

8. Provide feedback on the design for new playground at Tully Park.

9. Discuss and provide input on efforts to manage operations of the Meridian Pool.

10. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops and other outreach for partnership opportunities.

11. Continue to foster greater Commission involvement/presence in community events whenever appropriate.