HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-15-2020 Regular MeetingMinutes of the Fairhope Recreation Board
The Fairhope Recreation Board met Wednesday, July 15, 2020 at 5:15 p.m. in the Rec Center at
803 North Greeno Road.
Present: Pat White, Corey Martin, Charlie Langham, Bob Keyser, and Vann Saltz. Absent: Cathy
Hudson, Jay Robinson, Michelle Smith and Derek Thomas. Gayle Fogarty took minutes.
The meeting was called to order by at 5:16 p.m. The minutes of the June 17, 2020 meeting were
considered and approved on a motion by Charlie Langham, seconded by Vann Saltz, none
opposed.
New Business:
Pat White informed the board that there was damage caused by the storm on July 12, 2020. There
was damage to the fence at the baseball fields, varsity baseball batting cage and the Rec Center
roof. Pat added that an insurance claim has been filled and reiterated the need to have a storm
warning system available to be used while fields are being used. Corey Martin informed the group
about the Alert Baldwin App that EMA manages, he suggested working with EMA to implement
something in Fairhope.
Pat informed the board that the Fairhope Storm won their first playoff game at home on July 11,
2020. He stated that the concession stand was closed during the last two games, and a food truck
was on site and it was a success. Pat stated that Governor Ivey issued a mask mandate set to begin
at 5 p.m. on July 16, 2020 and the order will be enforced throughout City recreation facilities. He
added that if a visitor refuses to wear a mask, the state mandate will be explained to them, and if
the visitor does not comply, then the Police Department will be contacted. Pat added that he will
participate in a online software demonstration next week, the demo will review how to accept
online payments, and the process of how teams can reserve field space online.
There was general discussion among the board members regarding leaving fields unlocked at
volanta and founder's park. Pat stated that he is looking at the possibility of taking over league
basketball, there was general discussion among the board members.
A motion was made by Vann Saltz to recommend to the Fairhope City Council that an Athletic
Facility Coordinator position be added to the Recreation Department 2020-2021 budget, and
seconded by Corey Martin, none opposed.
Bob Keyser informed the board that a Recreation Board application was submitted for Lisa
Atchley. Bob asked everyone to review the application/resume that was submitted and keep on
file.
Old Business:
Bob Keyser requested an update from Pat White on the stadium becoming ADA compliant, Pat
stated that the bids are ready to go out for the footings/concrete, there was general discussion
among the board members.
Bob stated that two items were recommended to the City Council: Topographic Survey be
completed of Volanta park and the ADA compliant stadium project be completed, there was
general discussion among the board. Bob suggested sending a letter to the Public Works Director
for an update on these projects, the board agreed, Bob will compose a letter.
Corey Martin stated that he is working to form a program with other volunteers, he said, the goal
is to provide specialized sports training for the youth that may not be able to, due to their income
level. Corey stated that he will send Pat White more information about this program.
Bob Keyser stated that the Fairhope Soccer Club is going through some changes regarding the
director and board members, he added that they are working to reassess the program.
Being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:28 p.m.