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Minutes for the Public Services Committee meeting on August 9, 2004.
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Public Services Committee
August 9, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.
Members present: Ann Williams, Cecil Province, and Judy Furr.
Others present were: Ms. Sherry Beatty, Forum Facilities Manager, Aubrey Scott, Mayor’s Assistant, Jim McKinnon, Grant Coordinator, Jason Wilkie, Parks Director, Keith Inman, Jonesboro Sun; and Donna Jackson, City Clerk. Chairperson Williams called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
MINUTES
Councilman Furr moved, seconded by Councilwoman Province for the approval of the July 27, 2004 committee minutes as provided. Copies were made available to all in attendance. All voted aye.
PARKS AND TOURISM GRANT - Councilman Province moved, seconded by Councilwoman Furr to recommend to the full council a resolution authorizing Mayor Brodell to apply for a $200,000 grant (50/50 match), from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism ‘s Outdoor Recreation Grant Program for the purpose of building two additional baseball fields at Joe Mac Campbell Park. It was explained that the cost of construction would be a minimum of $331,841 for the bare basics, and an additional $225,000 to include a concession stand. Several members questioned the need for a concession stand. Mr. Wilkie explained due to the age of the children a concession stand was needed. He further explained other available funding sources for the project, naming the $200,000 after the Rotary Club met their commitment this year, and $332,000 from two booster clubs provided by corporate sponsors. Councilwoman Furr expressed concern for being able to maintain the facilities we build. Mr. Wilkie agreed that maintenance was a concern. All voted aye.
FORUM UPDATE - Ms. Sherri Beatty, Facilities Manager for the Forum explained even though the Forum Commission had not been meeting, they were hopeful with the appointment of new membership that they would be meeting more regularly. She explained the Forum was in ...
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