Item 4G
M E M O R A N D U M
September 2, 2008
TO: Shana Yelverton, City Manager
FROM: Chris Tribble, Interim Director of Community Services
Approve Southlake Parks Development Corporation (SPDC)
SUBJECT:
matching funds request from the Bob Jones Nature Center
organization in the amount of $1,900 for the purchase of picnic
tables for the Bob Jones Nature Center & Preserve
Action
Requested:
City Council review and approval of SPDC Matching Funds request
from the Bob Jones Nature Center organization in the amount of
$1,900 for the purchase of picnic tables for the Bob Jones Nature
Center & Preserve.
Background
Information:
The Bob Jones Nature Center Board has requested matching funds
to purchase picnic tables for the pavilion at the Bob Jones Nature
Center and Preserve. The Board received a grant from the
Southlake Women’s Club in the amount of $1,900 to purchase two
eight-foot long picnic tables, constructed from recycled material.
The Board is requesting funds to purchase two additional tables to
be placed in the pavilion. The tables will be ADA approved and
available to be used during the hours that the grounds are open to
the public. In order to provide ample seating and for user groups
and to fully utilize the space in the pavilion, four tables are needed.
Staff will coordinate with the Board to select picnic tables that
comply with City standards.
Financial
Considerations:
SPDC Matching Funds in the amount of $200,000 are approved in
the Fiscal Year 2008 budget. To date, $118,419 has been allocated
for other projects. If approved in the amount of $1,900 ($3,800
total), an unencumbered balance of $77,781 would remain.
Financial Impact:
Not Applicable.
Citizen Input/
Board Review:
SPDC will review and make recommendation at their September
16, 2008 meeting prior to City Council.
Parks Board approved request (5-0) at their August 11, 2008
meeting.
Shana Yelverton, City Manager
City Council Meeting Date – September 16, 2008
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Legal Review:
Not Applicable.
Alternatives:
City Council consideration and recommendation.
Supporting
Documents:
Supporting documents include the following:
Matching Funds Request Form
Staff
Recommendation:
City Council approve SPDC Matching Funds request from the Bob
Jones Nature Center organization in the amount of $1,900 for the
purchase of picnic tables for the Bob Jones Nature Center &
Preserve.
Shana Yelverton, City Manager
City Council Meeting Date – September 16, 2008
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City of Southlake
PROJECT MATCHING FUNDS REQUEST FORM
PROJECT Picnic Tables for Large Covered Pavilion at Bob Jones Nature Center
and Preserve
NAME:
Contact Person: Lee Hamilton, BJNC Board Member
Mailing Address: 1210 Cross Timber DR
City: Southlake State: TX ZIP: 76092 Day 817-706-1577
Phone:
Night 817-488-3996 Fax Number:
Phone:
Additional Contact Emily Galpin, BJNC Day Phone: 817-939-1110
Person: President
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
From the Southlake Women’s Club, the Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve
(“BJNC”) received $1900 in funds to purchase two eight-foot long picnic tables,
constructed from wholly recycled material. BJNC is requesting matching funds
in order to purchase an additional two tables (for a total of four). These tables
will be placed in the covered pavilion on the nature center grounds. These tables
will greatly enhance the use of the pavilion for participants of scheduled events
such as presentations, meetings and classes, and for those who wish to bring a
picnic meal or find a quiet place to sit, read, write and observe nature. The tables
will be ADA approved, wheel chair accessible and available for use by visitors
during all hours that the grounds are open to the public. In order to provide
ample seating for groups and to fully utilize the space in the large pavilion, four
tables are needed. City Park staff is coordinating with BJNC to select durable,
maintenance picnic tables that will comply with City standards.
Proposed Start Date: August 1, 2008 Projected Completion August 31, 2008
Date:
Projected Cost: $3,800 Amount of Funds $1,900
Requested: