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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks and Rec Advisory Board-Agenda Packets-01/05/2026 City of Colleyville Page 1 CITY OF COLLEYVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA City Hall - Executive Conference Room Third Floor - 100 Main Street MONDAY, JANUARY 5, 2026 - 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2a Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes - July 7, 2025 3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS 3a Presentation and overview of the Texas Tree Trail 3b Overview of the Colleyville Recreation and Senior Centers 3c Director's Report 4. ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify this agenda was posted on City Hall bulletin boards December 29, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Christine Loven, TRMC City Secretary A quorum of any Colleyville board, commission, or committee may be present at this meeting. Any matter on this agenda may, at the discretion of the governing body, be opened for public comment and discussion. If you plan to attend this public meeting and have a disability that requires special accommodations, please advise the City Secretary at least 48 hours in advance at 817.503.1130, and reasonable accommodations will be made to assist you. City of Colleyville Page 1 CITY OF COLLEYVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES Recreation Center - 5008 Roberts Road MONDAY, JULY 7, 2025 – 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Julie George called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. and called the roll. Present: Chair Julie George, Vice Chair Joe Stout, Board members John Hillebrand, Dustan Goodell, Chris Carr, James Poettcker, and Eric Presson. Absent: Member Michael Sabbia Also Present: Parks and Recreation Director Lisa Escobedo, Parks and Recreation Manager Krissy Crocier, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Scotty Richardson, and City Secretary Christine Loven. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 7, 2025 Member Chris Carr made a motion to approve the April 7, 2025, meeting minutes, seconded by Member James Poettcker, and passed unanimously. 3. REGULAR AGENDA ITEMS 3a Director's Report Director Escobedo introduced Krissy Crocier, the Parks and Recreation Manager and noted further down on the agenda will be an opportunity for Krissy to tell everyone about herself. Director Escobedo then reviewed the written Director’s Report and answered questions of the Board. Following the report, there was discussion of the planned tree arboretum behind the Senior Center and roundabout landscaping. 3b Presentation of the City Council Priorities Director Escobedo provided the City Council Worksession presentation of the City Council’s 2024-2025 priorities and action items, noting everything was either complete or substantially complete. She then reviewed the Council priorities and action items for 2025-2026. The nine top priorities include beautification, open space, website update and communications, connectivity (sidewalks and trails), Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes July 7, 2025 City of Colleyville Page 2 events (parade, Haunted Trails), TIF extension, Northern Gateway project, field/court utilization assessment, and Rec Center site improvements. During this presentation there were many questions asked by the Board. There was discussion of the fees to the Youth Sport Associations, irrigation, soccer practice fields, the justice center landscaping, Kimzey Park sprinklers, the bond failure, and the use of the land around the Rec Center. The board also asked Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Scotty Richardson to discuss the Northern Gateway Project, removal of trees, another zoning issue within the City, and provide an explanation of all City funds. 3c Announcements and general information regarding legislative changes Parks and Recreation Manager Krissy Crocier reviewed her more recent tenure with the City of Arlington and stated she is looking forward to working with everyone. City Secretary Christine Loven stated there are legislative changes which will go into effect September 1 and noted there will new posting requirements and bylaws for the Board. She also discussed the Board’s meeting schedule and inquired if the Board would like to meet on an as needed basis. 4. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Board, Chair Julie George adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m. APPROVED ON THIS THE 6TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2025. Minutes taken and prepared by: Christine Loven, TRMC City Secretary Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes July 7, 2025 City of Colleyville Page 3 Information emailed to the Board as a follow-up to inquiries during the meeting: Good afternoon Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members, Thank you for your time in attending the meeting last night, July 7, 2025. As a follow up to questions asked during the City Council 2025 Priorities presentation by Director Escobedo, I wanted to provide you with resources to assist you in obtaining information. As I noted, you may call or email any director, but in this case, you have my number and email, and I will be happy to assist you or redirect you if need be. While the presentation caused us to go astray of the Parks and Recreation area which this board is committed to, I hope you will find this information helpful: Regarding the different funds and their use: https://city-colleyville-tx-budget- book.cleargov.com/17667/fund-summaries/all-funds Regarding Capital Improvement Programs: https://www.colleyville.com/government/departments-m-z/public-works/capital- improvement-program Regarding Economic Development: https://www.colleyville.com/government/departments-a-l/economic-development Regarding the Parks and Recreation Department, all offerings: https://www.colleyvilleparksandrec.com/home-parks Regarding the Parks and Recreation Master Plan: https://www.colleyvilleparksandrec.com/parks-facilities/parks-master-plan Regarding the City Council, meetings, insurance claims, resources, open record requests, videos of Council and Planning and Zoning Commission, and general information or referral: https://www.colleyville.com/government/departments-a- l/city-secretary Regarding videos by Mayor Lindamood: https://www.colleyville.com/government/departments-a-l/communications-media- relations/video-segments And finally, the “just getting started” Northern Gateway Development “Letter of Intent” (LOI) for a boutique hotel: https://colleyvilletx.new.swagit.com/videos/344633?ts=280 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Minutes July 7, 2025 City of Colleyville Page 4 All, we appreciate your time and service and we hope you will find this information helpful. Please do not hesitate to contact me if we can be of further assistance. Thank you, ATTENTION ALL PUBLIC OFFICIALS: A “Reply to All” of this e-mail could lead to violations of the Texas Open Meeting Act. Please reply only to the sender. Christine Loven, TRMC City Secretary City of Colleyville || colleyville.com P: 817-503-1133 100 Main Street, Colleyville, TX 76034 City of Colleyville Page 1 CITY OF COLLEYVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD BRIEFING Agenda Number 3a Agenda Date 1/5/2026 Number 3a Type Regular Agenda Items Department Parks and Recreation Title Presentation and overview of the Texas Tree Trail Explanation Parks and Recreation Director Lisa Escobedo will provide an overview of the Texas Tree Trail which was presented to the City Council in October 2025. Attachments 1. Overview of the Texas Tree Trail Parks and Recreation Advisory Board January 5, 2026 Tree Board •Tree Board was originally established on Dec. 15, 1998 (Ordinance O-98-1130 ) •Board membership and responsibilities revised by Resolution R-24-4987 on November 6, 2024 •Meets as needed (advisory) •Members include: one member from the City Council, one member from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, a City staff arborist, and a Colleyville resident. Tree Board Projects/Initiatives: •Establish tree installation and maintenance standards •Develop the parkway tree grant program, criteria, grant amounts, etc. •Evaluate where the City should add trees in City Parks •Prioritize the area of new tree plantings Tree Board Recommendation: •Open space behind the Senior Center •Texas Tree Trail Senior Center Open Space •Nine acres of open space •Multi-use trail (.5 mile) •WWII memorial •Practice backstop •Satellite tower •OC Taylor Elementary School (North) •Fire Station #2 (Northeast) *Prior to the Recreation Center open space, this was the last parcel of park land to develop for the City. The Trail Southern Aspect of the Trail •Piney Woods of East Texas under story trees Loblolly Pine Dogwood Forest Pansy Redbud Saucer Magnolia •Golden Rain Trees •Texas Persimmon •Montezuma Cypress Trees •Chinese Pistache •Texas Ash •Mexican Buckeye •Vitex •Bur Oak Trees •Chinkapin Oak Trees Northern Aspect of the Trail •Eve’s Necklace •Pin Oaks •Live Oaks •Saw Tooth Oaks •Possumhaw Holly •Yaupon Holly •American Holly •White Oaks •Muskogee Crape Myrtle •Tuscarora Crape Myrtle •Snow Crape Myrtle •William Toovy Crape Myrtle •Candy Cane Crape Myrtle •Shantung Maple •Big Tooth Maple •Lacebark Elm •Cedar Elm •American Elm •Winged Elm •Texas Mountain Laurel •Texas Redbud •Oklahoma Redbud •Desert Willow •Mexican Redbud •Honey Mesquite •Mimosa •Teddy Bear Magnolia •DD Blanchard Magnolia •Little Gem Magnolia Next Steps •Funding has been allocated in the FY26 CIP for the irrigation and initial tree installation. •Larger and more substantial trees, such as oaks and elms, will be installed first. •The tree trail should take three to five years to complete the desired plan. •Looking for approval to proceed with the trail Questions & Discussion City of Colleyville Page 1 CITY OF COLLEYVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD BRIEFING Agenda Number 3b Agenda Date 1/5/2026 Number 3b Type Regular Agenda Items Department Parks and Recreation Title Overview of the Colleyville Recreation and Senior Centers Explanation Parks and Recreation Manager Krissy Crosier will present an overview of the Colleyville Recreation and Senior Centers. Attachments 1. Recreation Center and Senior Center presentation Parks and Recreation Advisory Board January 5, 2026 A Year Of Success & Celebration COLLEYVILLE RECREATION & SENIOR CENTER THE DIVISION Colleyville Recreation Center opened August 2024 to rave reviews! “We have a great Colleyville Rec Staff! The dedication and passion they show reflects in the smiles of everyone they interact with.” Scotty Richardson, Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Colleyville Senior Center opened following renovations in January 2024 THE TEAM Cody Ashton Torie Gallagher Brittany Strickland Jessica Thompson Elisha Davis Matthew Morrison Madison Morgan Ralph Alvarez Colleyville Recreation Center Administration •Recreation Center operations •Staffing & scheduling •Procurement •Budget •Contract oversight •Marketing •Manages ParksAndRec@Colleyville.com Sports Team •Tennis classes & leagues •Pickleball classes & leagues •5v5 adult basketball •Ping pong •Therapeutic Rec •Homeschool programming •Youth basketball leagues •Youth volleyball leagues Colleyville Senior Center Team •Senior Center operations •Educational programming •Fitness programming •Day trips •Senior special events •Senior sponsorships •Contract oversight •Procurement •Budget •Marketing Camps, Adult & Youth Programming, and Events •Summer & holiday camps •Special events planning •Sponsorships •Sand & adult volleyball •Marketing •Brochure design •Facility booking •Fitness programming •Customer feedback COLLEYVILLE SENIOR CENTER Over 13,000 Visitors Over 800 Members 11,000+ Membership Scans 256 Individual Programs Held 3,850 Participants Served 29 Day Trips Held 310 Day Trippers 24 Congregate Meals Held Serving 2,015 Lunches 80+ Seniors Served each Lunch CENTER VISITS MEMBERS PROGRAM TOTALS TRIPS METROPORT MEALS ON WHEELS COLLEYVILLE SENIOR CENTER 693 Participants 11 Instructor-led Classes per Week 6 Spotlighted Special Events Approx. 300 Attendees 325 Attendees 35 Lunch & Learns and Pop-Up Classes 5 Unique Game Groups 26 Monthly Game Times FITNESS SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL INTEREST GAMES COLLEYVILLE RECREATION CENTER 2,300+ Members 7,900 Membership Scans 800+ Guest Passes Acquired Over 31,000 Recreation Sensation & Active Adult Brochures Distributed Annually Over 77,000 VisitorsCENTER VISITS MEMBERS GUEST PASSES MARKETING RECREATION PROGRAMMING 230 Learn-to-Play Participants Indoor Averages 60 Weekly Players 3,200+ Outdoor Court Bookings 900+ 5v5 Basketball Players 450 Adult Volleyball Players 350 Learn-to-Play Participants Average 40 Adult Players 2x Week 528 Participants 50+ Attending Monthly PICKLEBALL ADULT SPORTS PING PONG HOME SCHOOL PROGRAMMING RECREATION PROGRAMMING 857 Individual Programs Held 12,205 Participants Served 52 Summer Camps Held 968 Participants Winter Ball, Bunny Brunch & Lunch, Junior Anglers, Parents Night Out! 1025 Attendees 97 CV Non-profit Groups 1700 Attendees PROGRAM TOTALS SUMMER CAMPS SPECIAL EVENTS FACILITY BOOKINGS RECREATION PROGRAMMING IGNITE Abilities Partnership 205 Participants Average 18 Contagious Smiles 2x Week 69 Teams 520 Players Basketball – 35 Teams, 296 Players Volleyball – 83 Teams, 820 Players 752 Participants 21 Instructor-led Classes per Week THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SAND VOLLEYBALL YOUTH LEAGUES FITNESS COLLEYVILLE RECREATION DIVISION OPPORTUNITIES Combine resident memberships to encourage crossover facility use. Investigate current outdoor court rental processes to determine best ways to meet the ever-growing demand. Increase social media presence beyond advertising programming registration timelines. Spotlight department amenities and services. Focus on programming to increase foot traffic within the facilities. Questions and Discussion City of Colleyville Page 1 CITY OF COLLEYVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD BRIEFING Agenda Number 3c Agenda Date 1/5/2026 Number 3c Type Regular Agenda Items Department Parks and Recreation Title Director's Report Explanation Parks and Recreation Director Lisa Escobedo will review the attached Director's Report regarding Parks and Recreation activity. Attachments 1. Director's Report - January 5, 2026 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting January 5, 2026 Recreation • Winter/Spring Recreation Classes – most classes begin on Monday, January 5 and run through April. • Winter Ball Event – Registration began on Monday, December 29 to be held on January 23 at the Colleyville Center. 80’s theme. • Parents Night Out – The event is from 5-9pm on Friday, Feb. 13 for ages 6-12. It is a perfect time for both parents and children to enjoy Valentine’s Day. Children will be entertained by Recreation staff with games, crafts, and dinner. Parents can enjoy a few hours with their special Valentine. • Bunny Brunch & Lunch – will be held on March 28 from 9-11am and 1-3pm. The event will consist of pictures with the bunny, egg hunt, petting zoo, face painting, inflatables, etc. Tickets go on sale March 2. Athletics • Youth Sports Associations (soccer, baseball & softball) – Fall seasons were played from September through October. Spring seasons are around the corner. City staff and Youth Sports Presidents and Boards will begin to have preseason meetings. • Youth Spring Volleyball League – Youth volleyball registration began on Monday, December 15 and will go through Jan. 9th. The league will run from Feb. 16-May 2 with a season ending tournament. • Winter Coed Sand Volleyball League – The league began on November 10 and has been extended due to rainy and cold weather. 14 teams are playing this Winter. • Youth Winter Basketball League – Second winter basketball league offered at the Colleyville Rec. League games began on Dec. 6 and will run through the beginning of February. The league is a coed recreational league and has 3 divisions: 8U, 10U, and 12U. The league has grown from 18 teams and 160 players last winter to 61 teams and 552 players. Tennis & Pickleball • Winter Tennis Leagues – 13 teams are playing out of City Park this Winter (Spring leagues will start in late Feb.) • Winter Pickleball Leagues – 17 teams are currently in our Fall/Winter leagues (Spring leagues will start in late Feb.) • Tennis & Pickleball Classes – Outdoor programming remains successful for both beginner and intermediate in both sports. Tennis filled classes for Tots, Junior, and Adults. • Indoor Pickleball Classes – Beginning and intermediate pickleball classes remain consistent resulting in an increase of players during scheduled open play times. Winter/Spring classes for both indoor and outdoor programming have recently opened and are already seeing registration. Senior Center • Holiday Party and Holiday Dance – Both events were well attended and well received by the participants. • Valentine’s Day Celebration – will be held on Friday, Feb. 13 from 1-2:30pm. Parks • Nature Center – Parks Maintenance is working on trail maintenance and creek clean-up throughout the park. • Beautification Team – Recently installed a new landscape bed on the north side of the Recreation Center. Master Plan & CIP Project Update • Woodbriar Park: Installation of new pavilion (2025 Fall) • Park Signage Replacement – Installation of Phase 1 (2025 Winter) • City Park: Laser grade and lip removal field #7 (Summer 2025) • Loggia Fountain: New design and pump system (November 2025) • South Parking Lot Berm: Installed new trees (November 2025) Upcoming Parks & Recreation Projects: • Justice Center: landscape beautification (Spring 2026) • Texas Tree Trail Program – Phase I & 2 (Ongoing 2026) • Bidault House: landscape beautification (Fall 2026) • Park Signage Replacement – Phase 2 (Spring 2026) • Voting Center, Splash Pad, and Playground design – (2026) *2026 Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting Dates: • January 5 • April 6 • July 6 • October 5 *Subject to change