HomeMy WebLinkAboutJCPRAB 12-1-2022 Minutes DRAFTJefferson County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
THURSDAY December 1, 2022, 3:02pm to 4:35pm
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MEETING MINUTES
OPENING BUSINESS (Timestamp 00:30)
Members Present
Marianne Walters, Vern Bessey, Taylor McCormack, Tim Rensema, Malloree Weinheimer, Jon Cooke,
Jacob Davidson, Susie Marshall
Members Absent
Commissioner Greg Brotherton
Staff Present
Matt Tyler, Chelsie Kilmer
Public Present
Carrie Hite
Raina Baker
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Call to Order
Tim Ransema called the meeting to order at 3:02pm.
Public Comment
None
Agenda adopted
(2:55) Moved by Vern, seconded by Jon, and carried all in favor: to adopt the agenda with no changes.
Minutes approved
(3:32) Moved by Jon, seconded by Vern, and carried all in favor: to accept meeting minutes from October
6, 2022.
OPEN FORUM FOR BOARD MEMBERS (4:18)
Marianne- Kiwanis had a presentation regarding a Pump Track at Jeff Co Fairgrounds. Modeling their
efforts on the JUMP! process.
NEW BUSINESS
Celebrations – 2022 PROS/Trails Plan adopted by the county and accepted by the RCO with accolades!
JUMP! Playground OPEN! (6:51)
Matt shared excitement for the recent completed projects
Carrie Hite, Director or Parks and Recreation Strategy, City of Port Townsend (30 mins) (9:31)
a. Mountain View Commons and City Golf Course Property Briefing and Discussion
Carrie introduced herself and shared her experience which she is applying in her current role at
the City of Port Townsend. She reviewed the members involved with the project, their interests
and backgrounds, and their process of listening to the community.
She requested if the JCPRAB knows of any groups she should reach out to, to please share.
Board members and staff shared their thoughts on the golf course. (23:21)
b. Next Presentation Healthier Together (33:31)
Carrie shared the planned phases for a community health and wellness center. Support and
participation are there from the elected officials, partners, etc.
Discussion with the board (45:49)
The board can make a statement of support for a soccer field at the Mountain View Commons.
Park Tour Scheduling (51:46)
a. Review, goals, specific parks
b. Set date
Consensus was agreed to move the tour to the summer. No specific date was set.
OLD BUSINESS
Raina Baker: final discussion regarding request for expansion of existing lease, and possible board
action to recommend the proposal. (53:09)
Discussion was held reviewing the proposal and the impact of the expansion.
(59:52) Moved by Taylor, seconded by Jon, and carried all in favor:
“Having considered the proposal in regular meetings on August 4, 2022 and October 6, 2022, the
Jefferson County Parks and Advisory Board commends Camp Beausite NW for their work, and
recommends that the agreement between Camp Beausite NW and Jefferson County, which was adopted
on August 5, 1994, be modified to include approximately 6 acres of additional property adjacent to the
southwest of camp, and comprised of a former forestry landing and forested areas, for purposes of staff
housing, camp maintenance and logistics, horse riding program, hobby farm, and office space; as well as
parking and a septic system.”
Matt reviewed of next steps. (1:03:31)
Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2023 (1:07:07)
a. Appreciation for Tim as Chair, many accomplishments
i. CIP, PROS Plan Irondale Beach Park, by-laws, board recruitment, board process
b. Vern Bessey for Chair (currently vice-chair)
(1:08:26) Moved by Marianne, seconded by Taylor, and carried all in favor: to appoint Vern as
Chair for 2023.
c. Nomination of Vice-Chair (1:09:23)
(1:11:22) Moved by Tim, seconded by Vern, and carried all in favor: to appoint Taylor as Vice-
Chair for 2023.
MANAGER’S REPORT (1:12:32)
Matt shared the Annual Summary report provided by Tim to be presented to the BOCC.
(1:16:28) Appreciation for Tim’s service to JCPRAB.
Board presentation on Jan 16th. Members are welcome to attend.
(1:19:03) Moved by Marianne, Seconded by Taylor and carried all in favor: to support the Annual report
2023 of the parks & Rec Advisory board to be presented to the BOCC.
Jon left the meeting (1:20:26)
CORRESPONDENCE (1:20:35)
Notice of Intent to Vacate a Portion of Right-of-Way Ricky Beach Drive off Shine Road near
Termination Point.
Matt reviewed the Right of Way vacation with the board.
(1:25:18) Moved by Vern, seconded by Susie, and carried all in favor:
“The proposed road vacation of Ricky Beach Drive is of no concern to parks and recreation.”
Tim mentioned this may be of concern later around Irondale Beach Park.
ADJOURNMENT (1:26:53)
Tim adjourned the meeting at 4:29 p.m.