REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 4, 2008
MIDLAND CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rothhaar, Altimore, Allen, Dauer, Jurado, Martin, Kelley, Berthiaume
MEMBERS ABSENT: Plotzke
Meeting called to order at 7:01 p.m. by Chairman John Rothhaar
Minutes of February 5, 2008
Allen moved, Altimore seconded to receive minutes of the meeting of February 5, 2008. Motion passed 8-0.
Update on Projects:
Civic Arena Sign
Brett Ireland updated us on the status of the sign. Installation is complete and scrolling message board is in operation.
Commissioner Martin suggested some plantings be added to base of sign area to soften the look and to help prevent vandalism.
Plymouth Park Gate
Ireland informed the Commission that the gate has been constructed and will be installed as weather permits.
Commissioner Jurado asked about specific location which will be just before the dumpster by the maintenance building.
Cart Storage Building
Ireland informed the Commission that as of this week the block work on the building is complete and the wood framing and trusses will be going up soon. One the building is enclosed. Pouring of the interior floors will be done.
Commissioner Altimore asked if the building will be used for maintenance activities as well as cart storage. It will.
Old Business
In response to Commissioner Martin’s request at the February 5, 2008 Commission meeting, Finance Director David Keenan made a presentation to explain items included in the golf course non-operating revenues/miscellaneous expenses table from the staff report on Currie Golf Course operations and the golf course fund. Items discussed included explanation of the city’s equipment revolving fund and employee health care costs.
Commissioner Allen inquired as to the possibility of renting our golf carts to other courses for large outings as a possible source of revenue.
Brett Ireland updated the Commission on the status of golf course preparations for the upcoming season opener.
Chairman Rothhaar asked if any update could be given on status of the Golf Manager position. Ireland indicated that while options are being looked at, at this time, staff is moving ahead with preparing the course for opening.
New Business
Ireland made a presentation to the Commission on the progress to fill the Recreation Manager position. He gave a brief description of Marcella Post’s qualifications and her duties. Marcella will be starting her employment with the City on March 17, 2008.
Chairman Rothhaar commented that he sat on the interview panel for this position and was impressed with the candidate’s qualifications and enthusiasm.
Adjourned: Meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m.