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2019-10-14 Parks Board PacketCITY OF SOUTH LAKE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING Monday, October 14, 2019 6:00 P.M. LOCATION: LEGENDS HALL AT THE MARQ SOUTHLAKE Legacy Meeting Rooms 285 Shady Oaks Drive Southlake, Texas 76092 TIME: 6:00 P.M. REGULAR AGENDA: 1. Call to Order 2. Consent A. Approve minutes from the Parks and Recreation Board meeting held September 9, 2019 B. Absence of Parks and Recreation Board members 3. Public Forum 4. Consider A. Recommendation on 2020 Standards of Care Ordinance No. 1225 B. Recommendation to the City Manager to approve request for variance to park regulations of the Southlake City Code, to allow alcohol at Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 during Southlake Diwalifest 5. Discussion A. Parks and Recreation Update B. Park Dedication Fund Summary WORK SESSION: 6. Southlake 2035 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan A. Southlake Sports Complex 7. Adjournment CERTIFICATE I hereby certify that the abode ,a W4,was posted on the official bulletin boards at Town Hall, 1400 Main Street, South` N, '�j�ursday, October 10, 2019 by 6:00 p.m. pursuant to C pter 551 of the Tex overnme*TA e. C r so: Am S elley, TR City Secretary J°'••. •'' ��� If you plan to attend this public me��i4Pig oil%Dave a disability that requires special needs, please advise the City Secretary 48 hours in advance at 817.748.8016 reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you. City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork CITY OF SOUTH LAKE MEMORANDUM October 10 , 2019 TO: Parks and Recreation Board Members FROM: Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Agenda Item Comments for the Parks and Recreation Board Meeting — Monday, October 14, 2019 The regular Park Board meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. at Legends Hall at The Marq Southlake in the Legacy Meeting Rooms. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Please advise staff if you are not able to attend this meeting (mhaddadi(a�ci.southlake.tx.us or 817.748.8184). Thank you. REGULAR AGENDA 1. Agenda Item No. 1. Call To Order 2. Agenda Item No. 2. Consent A. Approve minutes from the regular Parks and Recreation Board meeting held September 9, 2019. Please make any corrections to the minutes part of the motion for consideration. B. Absence of Parks and Recreation Board Members — The Board will consider the absence of Park Board member, Secretary Paul Venesky, from the September 9, 2019 meeting. A copy of the Attendance Report is in your packet. 3. Agenda Item No. 3. Public Forum This is the public's opportunity to address the Board about non -agenda items. During Public Forum, the Board will not discuss or take action on any item brought up at this time. 4. Agenda Item 4. Consider A. Recommendation on 2020 Standards of Care Ordinance No. 1225- The purpose of this item is for the Board to make a recommendation to City Council on the 2020 Standards of Care for the City's City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Date — October 14, 2019 Page 2 of 3 elementary -age recreation programs, including Camp Mania, offered by the Community Services Department. The State requires annual consideration of the City's Standards of Care by adoption of City Ordinance. The proposed 2020 Standards of Care are intended to be minimum standards by which the City of Southlake and Community Services Department will operate the City's youth programs. The Standards of Care includes staff responsibilities, enrollment requirements, staffing ratios, staff qualifications and training, facility standards, health and safety standards and mechanisms for inspecting, monitoring and enforcing care standards. City Council will consider First Reading of the 2020 Standards of Care ordinance at the October 15, 2019 meeting. If approved, the Second Reading and Public Hearing will be held November 5, 2019. A copy of Ordinance No. 1225, adopting 2020 Standards of Care, is included with your packet memo. B. Recommendation to the City Manager to approve request for variance to park regulations of the Southlake City Code, to allow alcohol at Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 during Southlake Diwalifest— The purpose of this item is to obtain the Board's recommendation for a variance to the City's park regulation prohibiting the possession or consumption of alcohol in a City park. Staff has authorized the use of Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 for the Southlake Diwalifest event. The event applicant has submitted a request for permission to offer alcoholic beverages during the event. The applicant is required to meet all TABC requirements and obtain the necessary permits to serve alcohol. The City Manager is authorized to grant a variance to the provisions of the Southlake City Code, Article II — City Parks. The Parks and Recreation Board will make recommendations regarding variance to the City Manager. Staff will present additional event related information at the meeting. 5. Agenda Item No. 5. Discussion City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork Parks and Recreation Board Meeting Date — October 14, 2019 Page 3 of 3 A. Parks & Recreation Update - This is a standing item on the agenda to allow staff to update the Board on Parks & Recreation related topics and upcoming activities and events. (no packet documents) B. Park Dedication Fund Summary- A fund summary will be distributed at the meeting. (no packet documents) WORK SESSION AGENDA 6. Southlake 2035 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan A. Southlake Sports Complex 7. Agenda Item No. 6. Adjournment As always, we appreciate your commitment and service to the City. Chris Tribble STAFF CONTACT INFORMATION: Telephone — (817) 748-8203 Facsimile — (817) 748-8027 1400 Main Street, Suite 210, Southlake, TX 76092 Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services, 817-748-8021, (ctribble(qci.southlake.tx.us) Kate Meacham, Deputy Director of Community Services, 817-748-8018; (kmeacham(a�ci.southlake.tx.us) Cassie Tucker, Strategic Operations Manager, 817-748-8036, (ctucker(@ci.south1ake.tX.us Marcy Haddadi, Administrative Secretary, 817-748-8184; (mhaddadi(o)ci.southlake.tx.us) City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork CITY OF SOUTHLAKE PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING: September 9, 2019 LOCATION: Legends Hall Boardroom 285 Shady Oaks Drive, Southlake, Texas 76092 TIME: 6:00 p.m. PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Frances Scharli and Vice Chair Lori Palmer; Board Members Kevin Craddock, Jeffrey Ng, Stacy Driscoll, and Chad Bedwell PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEMBERS ABSENT: Secretary Paul Venesky STAFF PRESENT: Director of Community Services Chris Tribble, Deputy Director of Community Services Kate Meacham, and Strategic Operations Manager Cassie Tucker, Policy & Strategic Initiative Principal Planner Jerod Potts, Senior Director of Planning and Development Services Ken Baker REGULAR AGENDA 1. CALL TO ORDER Chairman Frances Scharli called the regular Parks and Recreation Board meeting to order at 6:09 p.m. 2. CONSENT AGENDA 2A. APPROVE MINUTES FROM THE REGULAR PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING HELD August 6, 2019 The minutes of the August 6, 2019 Park Board meeting were approved with no changes or corrections. 2B. ABSENCE OF PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEMBERS Consent Agenda items are considered to be routine and are enacted with one motion by the Board. /_1»:Z611/ 4 A motion was made to approve the Consent items, including the minutes of the August 6, 2019 meeting. Motion: Palmer Second: Bedwell Ayes: Craddock, Scharli, Ng, Driscoll Nays: None Abstain: None Vote: 6-0 Motion carried. 3. PUBLIC FORUM Chairman Frances Scharli opened public forum. There being no one to speak, Chairman Scharli closed public forum. 4. DISCUSSION 4A. PARKS AND RECREATION UPDATE Deputy Director Kate Meacham presented the parks and recreation update. Director Tribble responded to questions from the Board. WORK SESSION 5. Southlake 2035 Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan 5A. Comprehensive master plan overview Policy & Strategic Initiative Principal Planner Jerod Potts presented an overview of master planning in the City of Southlake. 5B. Plan development process and timeline Strategic Operations Manager Cassie Tucker presented an overview of the process and anticipated timeline for the development of the 2035 Parks and Recreation and Open Space master plan. 5C. Park related recommendations in other 2030/2035 master plans Strategic Operations Manager Cassie Tucker reviewed existing park related recommendations in various 2030/2035 master plans. A handout with all related recommendations was provided to the board. 6. ADJOURNMENT APPROVED A motion was made to adjourn the meeting at 5:40 p.m. Motion: Palmer Second: Bedwell Ayes: Craddock, Scharli, Ng, Driscoll Nays: None Vote: 6-0 Motion carried. Frances Scharli, Chairman Parks & Recreation Board Chris Tribble, Director Community Services Dept. An audio recording of this meeting may be available upon request from the Office of City Secretary. 2A-3 CITY OF SOUTI-HLAKE MEMORANDUM October 10, 2019 TO: Parks and Recreation Board FROM: Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Absence of Parks and Recreation Board Member(s) — Standing Agenda Item Action Requested: Recommendation to approve the absence of Secretary Paul Venesky from the September 9, 2019 Park Board meeting. Background Information: The "Absence Policy for Parks and Recreation Board" adopted July 12, 2004 and revised March 2, 2010, provides a mechanism for consideration of absences of Board members from regular or special Park Board meetings. This item is listed as a standing item on meeting agendas. Financial Considerations: None Strategic Link: N/A Citizen Input/ Board Review: City Council approved the Parks and Recreation Board Absence Policy March 2, 2010 Park Board approved the Absence Policy at the July 12, 2004 meeting. Legal Review: N/A Alternatives: Any commentary as appropriate. Supporting Documents: Attendance Log Staff Recommendation: Recommendation to approve the absence of Secretary Paul Venesky from the September 9, 2019 meeting. City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork CITY OF SOUTH LAKE MEMORANDUM October 10, 2019 To: Parks and Recreation Board From: Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services Subject: Recommendation on 2020 Standards of Care Ordinance No. 1225 Action Requested: Park Board recommendation to City Council to approve the proposed Standards of Care as presented in Ordinance No. 1225. Background Information: The City operates recreation programs for elementary school age children including Camp Mania. As such, the State requires that Standards of Care be adopted annually by ordinance for any city operating elementary -age recreation programs. The State's requirement is found in Section 42.041(b)(14) of the Texas Human Resources Code which states, "that an elementary - age recreation program operated by a municipality is not required to obtain a license from the state provided that the _governing body of the municipality annually adopts standards of care for such programs by ordinance after a public hearing " The proposed 2020 Standards of Care are intended to be minimum standards by which the City of Southlake and Community Services Department will operate the City's youth programs. The Standards of Care includes staff responsibilities, enrollment requirements, staffing ratios, staff qualifications and training, facility standards, health and safety standards and mechanisms for inspecting, monitoring and enforcing care standards. Please refer to the complete Standards of Care document provided in your packet for specific provisions. Because the programs operated by the City are recreational in nature and are not licensed by the state of Texas as day care programs, the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services has issued a certificate of exemption for the City's youth programs. A copy of the exemptions are attached. City Council will consider first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 1225, establishing 2020 Standards of Care, at the October 15, 2019 meeting. If the Ordinance is approved at first reading, the City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork 4A-1 Parks & Recreation Board Meeting Date — October 14, 2019 Page 2 of 2 second reading and public hearing will be held at the November 5, 2019 City Council meeting. A copy of Ordinance No. 1225, adopting 2020 Standards of Care for elementary -age recreation programs operated by the City is attached to the memo for your consideration. Financial Considerations: Approval of the proposed Standards of Care will require no additional funding by the City. Strategic Link: Approval of the Standards of Care is linked to the City's Strategy Map related to the Focus Areas of Safety & Security and Performance Management and Service Delivery. The item also delivers on the Corporate Objective to Achieve the highest standards of safety and security. Citizen Input/ Board Review: Parks and Recreation Board consideration October 14, 2019 City Council consideration of Ordinance No. 1225, 1st Reading October 15, 2019 City Council consideration of Ordinance No. 1225, 2nd Reading and Public Hearing November 5, 2019 Legal Review: City Attorney has reviewed the document Alternatives: Alternatives may include: • Recommendation to approve as presented • Recommendation to approve with input as desired • Recommendation not to approve Supporting Documents: Ordinance No. 1225, Standards of Care • Copy of Tx Human Resources Code Sect. 42.041(b)(14) • Copy of Certificates of Exemption Staff Recommendation: Park Board recommendation to City Council to approve the 2020 Standards of Care City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork 4A-2 ORDINANCE NO. 1225 AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING STANDARDS OF CARE FOR THE RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN OPERATED BY THE CITY; PROVIDING A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; PROVIDING A SAVINGS CLAUSE; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, the City of Southlake, Texas is a home rule city acting under its charter adopted by the electorate pursuant to Article IX, Section 5 of the Texas Constitution and Chapter 9 of the Local Government Code; and WHEREAS, Section 42.041 of the Texas Human Resources Code provides that an elementary -age recreation program operated by a municipality is not required to obtain a license from the state provided that the governing body of the municipality annually adopts standards of care for such programs by ordinance after a public hearing; and WHEREAS, the City Council has conducted a public hearing and desire to adopt the standards set forth in this ordinance. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SOUTHLAKE, TEXAS: SECTION 1. The Standards of Care attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and incorporated by reference herein are hereby for recreation programs for elementary -age children. SECTION 2. It is hereby declared to be the intention of the City Council that the phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs, and sections of this ordinance are severable, and if any phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section of this ordinance shall be declared unconstitutional by the valid judgment or decree of any court of competent jurisdiction, such unconstitutionality shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, clauses, sentences, paragraphs and sections of this ordinance, since the same would have been enacted by the City Council without the incorporation in this ordinance of any such unconstitutional phrase, clause, sentence, paragraph or section. SECTION 3. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage, and it is so ordained. PASSED AND APPROVED ON FIRST READING ON THIS 51" DAY OF November, 2019. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY SECRETARY PASSED AND APPROVED ON SECOND READING ON THIS 19th DAY OF NOVEMBER, 2019. MAYOR ATTEST: CITY SECRETARY APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY ATTORNEY Exhibit "A" Community Services Department CITY OF SOUTHLAKE Standards of Care For Youth Programs Community Services Department 285 Shady Oaks Drive Southlake, TX 76092 817.748.8019 817.748.8027 (Fax) www.cityofsouthlake.com 4A-5 Table of Contents Standards of Care General Administration Organization Definitions Objectives of Youth Programs Inspections/Monitoring/Enforcement Enrollment Suspected Abuse Staffing — Responsibilities and Training Camp Director Qualifications Camp Director Job Functions Program Employees Qualifications Program Employees Job Functions Personnel Restriction Training/Orientation Service Standards Appearance Interaction with Parents & Participants Additional Staff Responsibilities Operations Staff/Participant Ratio Discipline Programming Communication Transportation Facility Standards Safety Fire Health 3 3 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 12 13 13 13 13 14 14 2 CITY OF SOUTHLAKE YOUTH PROGRAMS STANDARDS OF CARE The following Standards of Care have been adopted by the City Council of Southlake, Texas, to comply with Chapter 42 of the Texas Human Resources Code, specifically Section 42.041(b)(14) regarding an exemption for the City of Southlake's Youth Programs, as defined herein. These Standards of Care are intended to be minimum standards by which the City of Southlake Community Services Department will operate the City's Youth Programs. The Youth Programs are recreational in nature and are not child-care facilities or day care programs, and are not licensed by the State of Texas. General Administration 1. Organization A. The governing body of the City of Southlake Youth Programs is the City of Southlake City Council. B. Implementation of the Youth Programs Standards of Care ("Standards of Care") is the responsibility of the Director of Community Services and departmental employees. C. These Standards of Care apply to all Youth Programs operated by the Department, including but not limited to: the Summer Day Camp Programs, Holiday Day Camp Programs, and Spring Break Day Camp Programs. D. Each Program Site will have available for public and staff review a current copy of the Standards of Care. E. Parents of participants may obtain a copy of the Standards of Care from the City during the program registration process. In addition, the Standards of Care can be accessed on the City's website at: www.SouthlakeParksandRec.com. F. Criminal background checks shall be conducted on prospective staff. No person who has been convicted of, who is under indictment for, or is the subject of an official criminal complaint alleging violation of, any of the crimes listed in the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Service's Day Care Center Minimum Standards and Guidelines Appendix II, as same may be amended, or a felony violation of the Texas Controlled Substance Act, may be present while children are in care. 3 4A-7 2. Definitions A. Camp Director: A Department employee who is assigned responsibility to implement and direct a Youth Program and oversee the Program Employees assigned to the corresponding Youth Program. B. Department: Community Services Department of the City of Southlake. C. Employee(s): Individuals who have been hired to work for the City of Southlake and have been assigned responsibility for managing, administering, or implementing some portions of the Youth Programs. D. Parent(s): One or both parent(s) or legal guardian(s) who have legal custody and authority to enroll the child(ren) in the Youth Programs. E. Participant: A Youth whose parent(s) or legal guardian(s) have completed all required registration procedures and determined to be eligible for the Youth Programs. F. Program Coordinator or Coordinator: A Department employee who has been assigned administrative responsibility for the Youth Programs and oversees the Camp Directors. G. Program Employee: A Department employee who is assigned to work with participants of a Youth Program at a Program Site. H. Program Manual: Notebook of policies, procedures, required forms, and organizational and programming information relevant to Youth Programs. Program Site: The facilities and surrounding property where Youth Programs are held. J. Program Supervisor: A Department employee who oversees the Program Coordinator and operations of all Youth Programs. K. City: City of Southlake, Texas. L. City Council: City Council of the City of Southlake, Texas. M. Youth: A school aged person between the ages of 5 and 13, as of the program start date of the Youth Program. N. Youth Programs: The City of Southlake Youth Programs consisting of programs such as: the Summer Day Camp Programs, Holiday Day Camp Programs, and 11 3 19! Spring Break Day Camp Programs. A single camp may be referred to as a Youth Program. Objectives of Youth Programs A. To provide Youth, including those with special needs, with the opportunity of recreational activities which may include sports, games, arts and crafts, education, dance, drama, special events, field trips, tournaments, etc. B. To provide an encouraging atmosphere by emphasizing the positive development of physical skills, emotional development and growth of self- confidence. C. To provide a safe environment by promoting good health and welfare for all participants. D. To teach Youth how to spend their leisure time wisely in an effort to meet the emotional, physical and social needs of the Youth. Inspections/Monitoring/Enforcement A. The City has established these Standards of Care in order to obtain an exemption from the State regarding the Youth Programs. Once the exemption is established, the State will not monitor the Youth Programs. These Standards of Care will be reviewed annually and brought before the City Council for consideration, regarding any amendments recommended by the Program Supervisor, and approval after a public hearing regarding the Standards of Care is held, pursuant to Texas Human Resources Code § 42.041(b)(14). B. The Program Coordinator shall prepare an inspection report and submit it to the Program Supervisor to confirm the Standards of Care are being adhered to. (1) Monthly inspection reports shall be sent to the Program Supervisor for review and maintained by the City in accordance with applicable record retention policies. (2) The Program Supervisor shall review the monthly inspection report and shall establish deadlines and criteria for compliance with the Standards of Care where failure to comply is noted. C. The Program Supervisor shall make visual inspections of the Youth Programs based on the following schedule. . . J 5 1. Youth Programs operating during the summer shall be inspected no less than twice during the Youth Program's summer schedule. 2. Youth Programs which operate during the regular Carroll Independent School District school year, for two (2) weeks or less, shall be inspected at least once during the Youth Program's schedule. D. Complaints regarding enforcement of the Standards of Care shall be directed to the Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator shall be responsible to take the necessary steps to address the complaint and resolve the problem, if any. Complaints regarding enforcement of the Standards of Care and resolution of complaints arising under the Standards of Care shall be recorded by the Program Coordinator. All complaints regarding enforcement of the Standards of Care where a deficiency is noted will be forwarded to the Program Supervisor with the complaint and the resolution noted. 5. Enrollment Before a child may enroll in a Youth Program, the parents shall sign registration forms that contain the following information about the child: (1) Name, home address, home telephone number, parent's email address, (2) Name and address of parent(s) and contact telephone number(s) during Youth Program hours; (3) The names and telephone numbers of people to whom the child can be released; (4) A statement of the child's special problems, needs or medical conditions; (5) Emergency medical authorization; (6) A signed liability waiver. 6. Suspected Abuse Program Employees shall report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with the Texas Family Code. In a situation where an Employee is involved in an incident with a child that could be considered to be child abuse, the incident shall be immediately reported to the Program Supervisor. The Program Supervisor will immediately notify the Police Department and any other agency, as may be appropriate. I 4A-1 O Texas State law requires the Employees of the Youth Programs to report any suspected abuse or neglect of a child to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services or a law enforcement agency. Failure to report suspected abuse is punishable by fines up to $1,000 and/or confinement up to one hundred eighty (180) days. Confidential reports may be made by calling 1.800.252.5400. A complete copy of the Texas Family Code regulations regarding child abuse can be found at http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us Staffing - Responsibilities and Training 1. Camp Director A. Qualifications. The Camp Director shall: (1) Consistently exhibit competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with Youth. (2) Interact with Youth with courtesy, respect, tolerance, and patience. (3) Successfully complete a course in first aid, CPR, and AED, in compliance with American Heart Association standards. (4) Pass a background investigation and testing for illegal substances. (5) Be mature, responsible, and able to complete duties with minimal supervision. (6) Communicate effectively with the public. (7) Possess a valid Texas driver's license. (8) Have previous experience in supervising Youth of varying age levels in a group setting and possess knowledge of recreational games, crafts, and activities. (9) Complete City -mandated training. (10) Be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 7 4A-11 B. Job Functions. The Camp Director shall endeavor to: (1) Direct and supervise Program Employees. Hiring and training shall be the responsibility of the Program Coordinator with assistance from the Camp Director. (2) Complete and submit proper records, including Youth Program schedules, Program Employee schedules, accident/incident reports, and participant attendance. (3) Schedule appropriate activities in accordance with the philosophy of the Youth Program and coordinate with the Program Coordinator to ensure appropriate reservations and transportation are secured in order to complete activities. (4) Maintain an orderly, clean and safe environment for the Youth while promoting a non-competitive program directed toward accentuating positive behaviors, physical development, and emotional growth. (5) Maintain supplies, equipment and all necessary documentation for the operation of the Youth Program. (6) Communicate with Parent(s) as necessary. (7) Conduct on -going evaluations regarding the Youth Program and implement approved recommendations, as needed. (8) Provide reports to Program Coordinator on a weekly basis regarding Youth Program activities. (9) Know and follow all City, Department, and Program Manual standards, policies, and procedures that apply to Youth Programs. (10) Ensure that participants are released only to a Parent or an adult designated by the Parent in accordance with Department procedures. All Program Sites will have a copy of the approved Department procedure to verify the identity of a person authorized to pick-up a participant. 4A-12 2. Program Employees A. Qualifications. A Program Employee must: (1) Consistently exhibit competency, good judgment, and self-control when working with Youth. (2) Interact with Youth with courtesy, respect, tolerance, and patience. (3) Successfully complete a course in first aid, CPR, and AED, in compliance with American Heart Association standards. (4) Pass a background investigation and testing for illegal substances. (5) Be mature, responsible, and able to complete duties with minimal supervision. (6) Possess a valid Texas driver's license. (7) Have previous experience in working with Youth of varying age levels in a group setting and possess knowledge of recreational games, crafts, and activities. (8) Complete City -mandated training. (9) Be at least sixteen (16) years of age. B. Essential Job Functions. A Program Employee shall endeavor to: (1) Promote a non-competitive, positive, image -enhancing environment for each participant through the direction of fun, varied, and well -organized activities. (2) Directly lead activities using a method that will provide opportunities for the involvement of all participants on an equal basis. (3) Exhibit enthusiasm for the activity to impart a feeling of excitement in the participants. (4) Follow procedures for Youth Programs drop off and pick-up and preparation of accident/incident reports. (5) Follow guidelines for safety and storage of equipment and notify Camp Director regarding supplies inventories. I 4A-13 (6) Ensure safety of Youth at Program Site and on field trips. (7) Adhere to these Standards of Care for Youth Programs. 3. Personnel Restriction A person shall not be employed as an Employee in a Youth Program if: (1) The person would be permanently barred from being present at a child care operation while children are in care under the Texas Administrative Code Title 40, Part 19, Chapter 745 (Licensing). 4. Training/Orientation A. The Department is responsible to provide training and orientation to all Youth Programs employees who work with children regarding their specific job responsibilities. Program Coordinators shall provide each Camp Director with a staff program manual specific to each Youth Program. B. Employees must be familiar with these Standards of Care for Youth Programs. C. Employees shall be trained in appropriate procedures to handle emergencies. D. Employees shall be trained in City, Department, and Program Manual policies and procedures applicable to Youth Programs. E. Employees shall be required to sign an acknowledgment that they received the required training. Service Standards 1. Appearance A. Youth Programs shirts shall be worn by participants and volunteers. B. The City's dress code policy shall be adhered to at all time. Failure to comply with the dress code will result in an Employee being sent home. 2. Interaction with Parents and Participants A. Participants and Parents will be treated with respect at all times. 10 4A-14 B. Program Employees and Camp Directors shall keep parents continuously informed of activities and schedules. A weekly schedule shall be distributed and copies shall be kept with the daily sign in sheets. C. Staff shall note details of behavior of participants (accomplishments, discipline problems, general activities, etc.) and update Parents as much as possible. D. The Camp Director will review and document complaints and forward complaints to the Program Coordinator, and shall respond as appropriate. All complaints shall be addressed within one (1) business day, if they are not resolved on site. All complaints must be recorded, including resolution, and forwarded to Program Coordinator. 3. Additional Staff Responsibilities A. Program Employees shall monitor the sign in/out log at all times. B. Program Employees shall spend 100% of their time while on duty actively involved with Participants and/or Parents. C. Program Employees shall pick-up the area used by their group after each activity. D. Prior to beginning work each day, all staff shall report to the appointed location for any messages, instructions, or information. Operations 1. Staff/Participant Ratio A. The maximum ratio of Participants to Program Employees shall be 12:1 based on average daily attendance. In the event an employee is unable to report to the Program Site, a replacement shall be assigned. B. Each Participant shall have a Program Employee who is assigned to him/her and who shall be aware of the Participant's habits, interests, and any special needs, as identified by the Participant's parent(s) during the registration process. 2. Discipline A. Program Employees shall implement discipline and guidance in a consistent manner based on the best interests of program participants. B. There shall be no cruel, harsh or corporal punishment used as a method of discipline. 11 4A-15 C. Program Employees may use brief, supervised separation from the group if necessary. Participants shall be informed of Youth Program rules. D. As necessary, Program Employees shall initiate discipline reports to the Parent(s) of Participants. Parents shall be asked to sign discipline reports to indicate they have been advised about specific problems or incidents. E. A sufficient number and/or severe nature of discipline reports as detailed in the program manual may result in a Participant being suspended or removed from the Youth Programs. Parents shall be contacted to pick up their Youth immediately in the event of such suspension or removal. F. In instances where there is a danger to Participants or Employees, offending Participants shall be removed from the Program Site immediately. G. Any person(s) creating a nuisance, causing a disturbance, or creating an unsafe environment at any Program Site shall be subject to ejection from the Site and possible arrest and legal action. H. In the event any Employee believes that criminal conduct has occurred, or is reasonably likely to occur, the Employee shall immediately notify the Program Coordinator or other supervisory employee and/or contact the Police directly if time does not permit indirect reporting. 3. Programming A. Program Employees shall attempt to provide activities for each group according to the Participant's age, interests, and abilities. The activities must be appropriate to Participants' health, safety, and well-being. The activities also must be flexible and promote the Participants' emotional, social, and mental growth. B. Program Employees will attempt to provide indoor and outdoor time periods, weather permitting, that include: (1) Alternating active and passive activities; and (2) Opportunity for individual and group activities. C. Program Employees shall be attentive and considerate of the Participants' safety on field trips and during any transportation provided by the Youth Programs. Participants shall be counted before leaving the Program Site and before boarding the transportation to return to the Program Site, and at other times as deemed to be reasonably necessary to preserve the Participants' safety. 12 4A-15 (1) During trips, Program Employees supervising Participants must have immediate access to Participant forms and emergency contact information for each Participant; and (2) Program Employees shall have a written list of the Participants in the group and must check the attendance frequently; and (3) Program Employees shall have First Aid supplies, a guide to First Aid and emergency care available on field trips. 4. Communication The Program Site shall have a telephone to allow the Program Site to be contacted by Parks and Recreation personnel or for making emergency calls. 5. Transportation A. First Aid supplies and a First Aid and emergency care guide will be available in all Youth Program vehicles that transport Youth. B. All Program vehicles used for transporting Participants shall have available a 6-13C portable fire extinguisher in the vehicle which shall be accessible to the adult occupants. Facility Standards 1. Safety A. Program Employees shall inspect the Program Site daily to detect sanitation and safety concerns that might affect the health and safety of the Participants. Program employees will also complete a daily inspection report and submit it to the Program Coordinator, who shall maintain it in the City's files. B. The Camp Director shall inspect the buildings, grounds, and equipment on the Program Site to insure that they are clean, in good repair, and maintained so as to protect the health of the Participants. C. Program equipment and supplies shall be safe for Participants use. D. Program Employees shall have First Aid supplies available at the Program Site, during transportation, and for the duration of any off -site activity. 13 4A-17 E. Program Employees shall have First Aid supplies and a guide to First Aid and emergency care readily available in a designated location. 2. Fire A. In case of fire, danger of fire, explosion, or other emergency, a Program Employee's first priority is to evacuate the Participants to a designated safe area. Emergency evacuation and relocation plans shall be posted within the Program Site. B. The Program Site shall have an annual fire inspection by the local Fire Marshal, and the resulting report shall detail any safety concerns observed. The report shall be forwarded to the Supervisor who shall review and establish deadlines and criteria for compliance. C. Each Program Site must have at least one (1) operable, charged fire extinguisher approved by the Fire Marshal or designee readily available to all Program Employees. The fire extinguisher is to be inspected monthly by the Program Coordinator to verify that it is sufficiently charged and operable. All Employees will be trained in the proper use of a fire extinguisher. D. Fire drills shall be conducted monthly. 3. Health A. Illness or Injury (1) Illnesses and injuries shall be handled in a manner to protect the health of all participants and employees. Parents shall be notified in cases of illness or injury. Paramedics shall be notified in the event of an injury that cannot be remedied through basic first aid. An accident report shall be completed for all injuries and forwarded to the Camp Director. (2) An ill Youth shall not be allowed to attend or participate in Youth Programs if the Youth is suspected of having a temperature and/or accompanied by behavior changes or other signs or symptoms until a medical evaluation indicating that the Youth can return to the Youth Program. (3) Employees shall follow the recommendations of the Texas Department of Health concerning the admission or readmission of any Participant after a communicable disease. 14 B. Program Employees shall administer medication only if: (1) Parent(s) complete and sign a "Consent to Administer Medication" Form that authorizes for Employees to administer medication and provide details as to time(s) and dosages) consistent with the medications label. (2) Prescription medications are in the original containers labeled with the Youth's name, a date, directions, and the prescribing physician's name. Employees shall administer the medication only as stated on the label. Employees shall not administer medication after the expiration date. (3) Non-prescription medications are labeled with the Youth's name and the date the medication was brought to the Youth Program. Non- prescription medication must be in the original container. The Employees shall administer non-prescription medications only according to label direction. (4) Medications dispensed shall be limited to routine oral ingestion, including inhalers, not requiring special knowledge or skills on the part of Program Employees. (5) Program Employees shall ensure medications are inaccessible to Participants. C. Toilet Facilities (1) The Program Site shall have adequate indoor toilets and lavatories located and equipped so Youth can use them independently and Program Employees can supervise as needed. (2) There must be one (1) flush toilet for every thirty (30) participants. Urinals may be counted in the ratio of toilets to participants, but shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the total number of toilets. D. Sanitation (1) The Program Site shall have adequate light, ventilation, and heat. (2) The Program Site shall have an adequate supply of drinking water meeting the standards of the Texas Department of Health for drinking water and ensure that it shall be supplied to the Participants in a safe and sanitary manner. (3) Program Employees shall ensure that garbage is removed from the Program Site daily. 4A-1 9 SUBCHAPTER C. REGULATION OF CERTAIN FACILITIES, HOMES, AND AGENCIES This section was amended by the 84th Legislature. Pending publication of the current statutes, see S.B. 219, 84th Legislature, Regular Session, for amendments affecting this section. Sec. 42.041. REQUIRED LICENSE. (a) No person may operate a child-care facility or child -placing agency without a license issued by the department. (b) This section does not apply to: (1) a state -operated facility; (2) an agency foster home or agency foster group home; (3) a facility that is operated in connection with a shopping center, business, religious organization, or establishment where children are cared for during short periods while parents or persons responsible for the children are attending religious services, shopping, or engaging in other activities, including retreats or classes for religious instruction, on or near the premises, that does not advertise as a child-care facility or day-care center, and that informs parents that it is not licensed by the state; (4) a school or class for religious instruction that does not last longer than two weeks and is conducted by a religious organization during the summer months; (5) a youth camp licensed by the Department of State Health Services; (6) a facility licensed, operated, certified, or registered by another state agency; (7) an educational facility that is accredited by the Texas Education Agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, or an accreditation body that is a member of the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission and that operates primarily for educational purposes for prekindergarten and above, a before -school or after -school program operated directly by an accredited educational facility, or a before -school or after -school program operated by another entity under contract with the educational facility, if the Texas Education Agency, the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, or the other accreditation body, as applicable, has approved the curriculum content of the before -school or after -school program operated under the contract; (8) an educational facility that operates solely for educational purposes for prekindergarten through at least grade two, that does not provide custodial care for more than one hour during the hours before or after the customary school day, and that is a member of an organization that promulgates, publishes, and requires compliance with health, safety, fire, and sanitation standards equal to standards required by state, municipal, and county codes; (9) a kindergarten or preschool educational program that is operated as part of a public school or a private school accredited by the Texas Education Agency, that offers educational programs through grade six, and that does not provide custodial care during the hours before or after the customary school day; (10) a family home, whether registered or listed; (11) an educational facility that is integral to and inseparable from its sponsoring religious organization or an educational facility both of which do not provide custodial care for more than two hours maximum per day, and that offers an educational program in one or more of the following: prekindergarten through at least grade three, elementary grades, or secondary grades; (12) an emergency shelter facility, other than a facility that would otherwise require a license as a child-care facility under this section, that provides shelter or care to a minor and the minor's child or children, if any, under Section 32.201, Family Code, if the facility: 4A-21 (A) is currently under a contract with a state or federal agency; or (B) meets the requirements listed under Section 51 . 005 (b) (3) ; (13) a juvenile detention facility certified under Section 51.12, Family Code, a juvenile correctional facility certified under Section 51.125, Family Code, a juvenile facility providing services solely for the Texas Juvenile Justice Department, or any other correctional facility for children operated or regulated by another state agency or by a political subdivision of the state; (14) an elementary -age (ages 5-13) recreation program operated by a municipality provided the governing body of the municipality annually adopts standards of care by ordinance after a public hearing for such programs, that such standards are provided to the parents of each program participant, and that the ordinances shall include, at a minimum, staffing ratios, minimum staff qualifications, minimum facility, health, and safety standards, and mechanisms for monitoring and enforcing the adopted local standards; and further provided that parents be informed that the program is not licensed by the state and the program may not be advertised as a child-care facility; (15) an annual youth camp held in a municipality with a population of more than 1.5 million that operates for not more than three months and that has been operated for at least 10 years by a nonprofit organization that provides care for the homeless; (16) a food distribution program that: (A) serves an evening meal to children two years of age or older; and (B) is operated by a nonprofit food bank in a nonprofit, religious, or educational facility for not more than two hours a day on regular business days; 4A-22 (17) a child-care facility that operates for less than three consecutive weeks and less than 40 days in a period of 12 months; (18) a program: (A) in which a child receives direct instruction in a single skill, talent, ability, expertise, or proficiency; (B) that does not provide services or offerings that are not directly related to the single talent, ability, expertise, or proficiency; (C) that does not advertise or otherwise represent that the program is a child-care facility, day-care center, or licensed before -school or after -school program or that the program offers child-care services; (D) that informs the parent or guardian: (i) that the program is not licensed by the state; and (ii) about the physical risks a child may face while participating in the program; and (E) that conducts background checks for all program employees and volunteers who work with children in the program using information that is obtained from the Department of Public Safety; (19) an elementary -age (ages 5-13) recreation program that: (A) adopts standards of care, including standards relating to staff ratios, staff training, health, and safety; (B) provides a mechanism for monitoring and enforcing the standards and receiving complaints from parents of enrolled children; (C) does not advertise as or otherwise represent the program as a child-care facility, day-care center, or licensed before -school or after -school program or that the program offers child-care services; (D) informs parents that the program is not licensed by the state; 4A-23 (E) is organized as a nonprofit organization or is located on the premises of a participant's residence; (F) does not accept any remuneration other than a nominal annual membership fee; (G) does not solicit donations as compensation or payment for any good or service provided as part of the program; and (H) conducts background checks for all program employees and volunteers who work with children in the program using information that is obtained from the Department of Public Safety; (20) a living arrangement in a caretaker's home involving one or more children or a sibling group, excluding children who are related to the caretaker, in which the caretaker: (A) had a prior relationship with the child or sibling group or other family members of the child or sibling group; (B) does not care for more than one unrelated child or sibling group; (C) does not receive compensation or solicit donations for the care of the child or sibling group; and (D) has a written agreement with the parent to care for the child or sibling group; (21) a living arrangement in a caretaker's home involving one or more children or a sibling group, excluding children who are related to the caretaker, in which: (A) the department is the managing conservator of the child or sibling group; (B) the department placed the child or sibling group in the caretaker's home; and (C) the caretaker had a long-standing and significant relationship with the child or sibling group before the child or sibling group was placed with the caretaker; (22) a living arrangement in a caretaker's home involving one or more children or a sibling group, excluding 4A-24 children who are related to the caretaker, in which the child is in the United States on a time -limited visa under the sponsorship of the caretaker or of a sponsoring organization; or (23) a facility operated by a nonprofit organization that: (A) does not otherwise operate as a child-care facility that is required to be licensed under this section; (B) provides emergency shelter and care for not more than 15 days to children 13 years of age or older but younger than 18 years of age who are victims of human trafficking alleged under Section 20A.02, Penal Code; (C) is located in a municipality with a population of at least 600,000 that is in a county on an international border; and (D) meets one of the following criteria: (i) is licensed by, or operates under an agreement with, a state or federal agency to provide shelter and care to children; or (ii) meets the eligibility requirements for a contract under Section 51.005(b)(3). (b-1) Repealed by Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. 720, Sec. 19(l), eff. September 1, 2009. (c) A single license that lists addresses and the appropriate facilities may be issued to a general residential operation that operates noncontiguous facilities that are across the street from, in the same city block as, or on the same property as one another and that are demonstrably a single operation as indicated by patterns of staffing, finance, administrative supervision, and programs. (d) A facility exempt from the provisions of Subsection (a) of this section that desires to receive or participate in federal or state funding shall be required to comply with all other provisions of this chapter and with all regulations promulgated under this chapter. (e) The exemptions provided by Subsection (b) of this section do not affect the authority of local, regional, or state 4A-25 health department officials, the state fire marshal, or local fire prevention officials to inspect child-care facilities. (f) Notwithstanding the requirements of Subsection (b)(14), a municipality that operates an elementary -age (ages 5- 13) recreation program may, in lieu of an annual public hearing, accept public comment through the municipality's Internet website for at least 30 days before the municipality adopts standards of care by ordinance if the municipality: (1) has a population of 300,000 or more; and (2) has held at least two annual public hearings on the standards of care and adopted standards of care by ordinance after those public hearings. (g) A child-care facility that is exempt under Subsection (b)(3) from the licensing requirement of Subsection (a) may provide care for each child at the child-care facility for not more than 15 hours a week if the child-care facility: (1) provides the child care so that a person may attend an educational class provided by a nonprofit entity; and (2) is located in a county with a population of 800,000 or more that is adjacent to an international border. Acts 1979, 66th Leg., p. 2361, ch. 842, art. 1, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1979. Amended by Acts 1981, 67th Leg., p. 2812, ch. 759, Sec. 2, 3, eff. Aug. 31, 1981; Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 1052, Sec. 4.03, eff. Sept. 1, 1987; Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 1115, Sec. 2, eff. June 19, 1987; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 262, Sec. 54, eff. Jan. 1, 1996; Acts 1995, 74th Leg., ch. 847, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1995; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 165, Sec. 7.46, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 664, Sec. 3, 4, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1063, Sec. 7, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 1997, 75th Leg., ch. 1217, Sec. 2, eff. Sept. 1, 1997; Acts 2001, 77th Leg., ch. 218, Sec. 3, eff. Sept. 1, 2001. Amended by: Acts 2005, 79th Leg., Ch. 268 (S.B. 6), Sec. 1.93(a), eff. September 1, 2005. 4A-25 Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 263 (S.B. 103), Sec. 25, eff. June 8, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1037 (H.B. 1786), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1414 (H.B. 1385), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2007. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. V20 (S.B. 68), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. V20 (S.B. 68), Sec. 5, eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2009, 81st Leg., R.S., Ch. V20 (S.B. 68), Sec. 19(1), eff. September 1, 2009. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 343 (H.B. 3051), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2011, 82nd Leg., R.S., Ch. 1082 (S.B. 1178), Sec. 2, eff. September 1, 2011. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 161 (S.B. 1093), Sec. 22.001(30), eff. September 1, 2013. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. 192 (S.B. 353), Sec. 1, eff. May 25, 2013. Acts 2013, 83rd Leg., R.S., Ch. V46 (S.B. 427), Sec. 1, eff. September 1, 2013. This section was amended by the 84th Legislature. Pending publication of the current statutes, see S.B. 219, 84th Legislature, Regular Session, for amendments affecting this section. 4A-27 TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF FAMILY AND PROTECTIVE SERVICES COMMISSIONER John J. Specia, Jr. November 25, 2015 Camp Mania 1400 MAIN ST STE 210 SOUTHIAKE, TX 76092-7640 Operation #1610436 Camp Mania Dear Amy Bennett: Child Care Licensing has received your exemption request for Camp Mania located at 801 Shady Oaks Dr., Southlake, TX 76092. This program will operate Monday- Friday from 7:30am-6:30pm for children ages 5-12 during the summer and school holidays. You provided documentation that the standards of care had been adopted by ordinance on 11/03/2015. This program is exempt from licensure under Texas Administrative Code 745.115(3) a recreation program for elementary age (5-13 years) children with the following criteria: (A) A municipality operates the program; (B) The governing body of the municipality annually adopts standards of care by ordinance after a public hearing for such programs; (C) The program provides these standards to the parents of each program participant; (D) The ordinances include child/caregiver ratios, minimum employee qualifications, minimum building, health, and safety standards, and mechanisms for monitoring and enforcing the adopted local standards; (E) The program informs the parents that the state does not license the program; and (F) The program does not advertise itself as a child-care operation. Should you decide to change your program, you must contact me to determine if the changes will effect your exempt status. Though this exemption requires you to annually adopt the standards of care; if your program and location does not change there is no need to resubmit an exemption request every year. We appreciate your cooperation. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Child -Care Licensing 1200 E COPELAND RD STE 400, ARLINGTON, TX 76011 Camp Mania November 25, 2015 Page 2 Licensing (81 cafile Child -Care Licensing 1200 E COPELAND RD STE 400, ARLINGTON, TX 76011 4A-29 MEMORANDUM October 10, 2019 TO: Parks & Recreation Board FROM: Chris Tribble, Director of Community Services SUBJECT: Recommendation to the City Manager to approve request for variance to park regulations of the Southlake City Code, to allow alcohol at Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 during Southlake Diwalifest Action Requested: Park Board recommendation to the City Manager to grant approval of the request for a variance to allow alcohol at Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 during Southlake Diwalifest Background Information: A variance to Southlake City Code, Article 11 that prohibits the possession or the consumption of alcoholic beverages in City parks may be granted upon request, at the discretion of the City Manager, following a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Board. Diwalifest is an event hosted by nonprofit Southlake Foundation and will include entertainment and refreshments including food, wine and beer. Diwalifest is open to the public and will draw people from throughout the Metroplex. Similar to other such events held in Southlake, the event will occur in Rustin and Family Park from 3pm — 10pm. The use of the park will not adversely affect its use by other groups or individuals. Southlake Foundation has requested a variance to allow the sale of alcohol in a City park. If approved, alcohol will be sold to adults over 21 years and older in compliance with all TABC regulations. Southlake Foundation is required to obtain all necessary TABC permits. The City also requires security for the event. Southlake Foundation will be required to hire off duty police officers to encourage a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for all participants. Approximately 800 people are anticipated to attend the event and parking is available to accommodate the attendance at Rustin and Family Park. A Mass Gathering Permit has been applied for and approved by the City. Additional details and a map of the event will be provided by staff at the meeting. Previous variances to the City's park regulation have been recommended by the Parks Board and approved by the City Manager for events held in Town Square such as Art In the Square, Stars & Stripes, Oktoberfest. Variances have also been approved to allow alcohol at events held in Bicentennial Park for Southlake Tennis Center Charity events, in Bob Jones Park for nature center fundraisers, and in Town Hall for art gallery receptions. Financial Consideration: There is no direct financial impact to the City resulting from this request. Costs associated with TABC permits, licensing, insurance and compliance will be paid for by Southlake Foundation. Strategic Link: This item is linked to the City's Strategy Map related to the corporate objective to Enhance Resident Quality of Life & Business Vitality through Tourism. Citizen Input/ Board Review: Parks Board recommendation October 14, 2019 City Manager consideration Legal Review: The City Attorney has reviewed the City Code and confirmed the variance process requirements. Alternatives: Alternatives include: • Recommend not to approve variance request Supporting Documents: (A) Section 12, Article II of the Southlake City Code pertaining to Alcohol Staff Recommendation: Park Board recommendation to the City Manager to grant approval of the request for a variance to allow alcohol at Rustin and Family Park on November 2, 2019 during Southlake Diwalifest Article II of the Southlake City Code ARTICLE II. CITY PARKS Sec. 12-31. Definitions. The following words, terms and phrases, when used in this article, shall have the meanings ascribed to them in this section, except where the context clearly indicates a different meaning: Alcoholic beverage shall be defined to include any alcohol and any beverage containing more than one-half of one percent of alcohol by volume which is capable of use for beverage, either alone or when diluted. City park shall be defined to be any park, playground or recreational area owned, leased, operated or under the control of the city. This definition shall include any athletic field, swimming pool, gymnasium, tennis court, and other similar facility owned by the Carroll Independent School District and specified in the joint -use agreement between Carroll Independent School District and the city. (Ord. No. 646, § 9, 8-15-95; Ord. No. 646-A, § 9, 9-1-98; Ord. No. 646-13, § 9, 6-20- 00) Cross References: Definitions generally, § 1-2. Sec. 12-32. Rules and regulations. parks: The following regulations and restrictions are prescribed for the use of city (1) Alcoholic beverages prohibited. It shall be unlawful for any person to possess or consume any alcoholic beverage in any city park. (2) Riding or driving horses in city park. Except on designated horse trails, it shall be unlawful for any person to drive or ride a horse or horses within any city park. (3) Riding or driving off -road vehicles in city park. Except on designated off -road trails, it shall be unlawful for any person to drive or ride an off - road vehicle within any city park. For the purposes of this section, an off -road vehicle is a vehicle designed and equipped for use of any paved roadway with such definition to specifically include off -road motor bikes, go-carts, and dune buggies. ... Section 12-32(4)-(18) omitted... C. The prohibitions contained in subsections a. and b. of this City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork Shana Yelverton, City Manager Park Board Recommendation October 14, 2019 Page 2of2 section shall not be applicable to persons acting pursuant to and with the written authorization of the director of community services or his designee. (19) Projectile devices. No person shall posses, fire, or discharge a device capable of propelling a projectile, including without limitation, any air gun, pistol, bow and arrow, cross bow, or sling shot in a public park; provided, however, the director of community services may permit the temporary occurrence of such activities in a public park for special programs and events. (20) Sale of merchandise. It shall be unlawful for any person to sell or offer for sale any food, drinks, confections, merchandise, or services in any park or playground unless such person has a written agreement or permit issued by the city permitting the sale of such items in such park or playground. This section shall have no application to sports organizations or social organizations selling items to their own members, or at functions sanctioned by the city. (21) Sound amplification. It shall be unlawful to use any type of sound amplification system in a public park without the written consent of the director of community services. (Ord. No. 646, §§ 11--21, 8-15-95; Ord. No. 646-A, §§ 10--21, 9-1-98; Ord. No. 646- B, §§ 10--21, 6-20-00; Ord. No. 827, § 1, 8-20-02) Sec. 12-33. Variances. The city manager may issue special permits or grant variances to the provisions of this ordinance. The park and recreation board will make recommendations regarding variances to the city manager. A special permit variance shall not be granted by the city manager unless a written request is submitted which demonstrates: (1) Special circumstances exist which are peculiar to the applicant's ability to utilize city parks; and (2) That use of the city park by other groups or individuals will not be adversely affected by granting the special permit variance. (Ord. No. 646, § 22, 8-15-95; Ord. No. 646-A, § 22, 9-1-98; Ord. No. 646-B, § 9, 6-0) City of Southlake Values: Integrity ♦ Innovation ♦ Accountability ♦ Commitment to Excellence ♦ Teamwork open space 2 HIM 6 Bite TM 3 Entry 1lanumeot 5 Parking Lot 1Approx. 100 SpMlly 7 Mil B7{I ArN 6 MWIi-Uss F-am 9 canDmignmeetom ovillbog 1d PlaygrDuntl St Esisling Bae@traWWRMI Fie,a 12 Bailing Cages 73 Parking Led iApproX 155 Sp" 19 Du.a 20 co,mlooity 9arvicaa Nwi * BWOM9 ■ 2e r • s rr. '71, rx # r 1 ', Y• � J �y gar - sa'ror .. .;.- Alm r ' Ll Park and Recreation Board Attendance Report 2019 Place Name Kevin Craddock 1/14/19 2/11/19 3/11/19 4/8/19 5/13/19 6/24/19 7/8/19 8/6/19 9/9/19 10/14/19 11/11/19 12/9/19 Individual Attendance Rate Hrs To Date =Frances Scharliooesooeoo���� ��' a • -- - o©seo©eoo���� � ' a =Stacy Driscoll =Paul Venesky g Attendance Rate (includes Total Hrs Per Month Average Monthly Attendance Rate 2019 88% In attendance x Not in attendance, no substitute w Substitute in attendance • Vacant position _ Meeting Canceled Meeting Canceled due to no quorum Change in Representative