PARTNERSHIP FOR FLOYD
MONTHLY MEETING
May 23, 2011
President Jack Wall presided and called the meeting to order. A quorum was attained.
Present were: Jack Wall, Jane Cundiff, Kamala Bauers, Karin Grosshans, Marjory Wells, Randall Wells, Dede McGrath, Anne Pendrak, Mitch Cundiff, Mike Maslaney.
Minutes: The minutes of the April 25, 2011, were approved as written.
Treasurers’ Reports:
General Fund: Treasurer Karin reported that the balance for the general fund is $2278.32; her report is attached and incorporated by reference.
Park Fund: Dede reported for Betty that there was no change in the balance for the park fund; it remains $10,850.93.
Old Business:
Park Planning Committee Report:
Benches – Jane reported that she had met in the park with Karin, Lance, Mac, Lynn, and Corrine Graffie from Highland Hardwoods. They did a tour of the park to determine where the slab benches would be placed. Three possible places were discussed: one on the patio, one uphill from the locust tree, and one above the music shelter by the maple tree. Corrine thinks they can be in by the Jubilee. Donation recognition plaques would be needed for the benches. The council must approve the plaques. Also, the benches must be anchored down, but not permanently; they must be moveable. Mike suggested that perhaps the recognition could be burned into the wood instead of a plaque.
Shelter – Mac reported to Jane that the shelter will be done by the Jubilee. It will have a tin roof. He needed for us to determine what material we wanted for the benches. A suggestion was made to use Trex and accepted by the board.
Lighting – Jane reported that Woody indicated that the lighting for the patio would be in by the beginning of June.
Dedication – Jane reported that the Partnership is invited to the dedication on June 18 during the Jubilee. She also reported that the town council wants to wait on other elements of the park until they can see how the park is being utilized. They want a drawing of how the park could look. Jane pointed out that they had the drawings from the shurettes. It was suggested that we might want to have Richard Rosenburg (outside expert) come in and brief the council.
Park Fundraising: Betty was not present; no report. Participation in the Jubilee was discussed. It was reported that our fee will be waived and we will have a booth in the park. We will be selling hot dogs, possibly carrot dogs, chips, baked goods, and sodas/water. It was suggested to sell cups of water rather than bottled water. A grill will be needed; Jack indicated he might have a grill. The Jubilee is Saturday, June 18 and starts at 10:00. There was confusion as to when the event ended and exactly what would be in the park (vendors, non-profits, music?).
Land’s Sake!: Mike suggested to have John Hairfield come and give chain saw demonstration as he in a safety instructor.
Greenway/Trail Workshop – Jack reported that he attended the Luray Greenway workshop. He indicated that the community as a whole worked to get this trail and it is incorporated into the community. It would be hard to duplicate in Floyd and it is a large scale greenway with paved paths, bridges over the trail, bathrooms, etc. It is a very impressive greenway. However, it has some things we could duplicate or use in our planning of a trail. Luray worked with the Department of Conservation Resources (CDR) extensively. They may have resources we could tape into. Jack reported that Dave Larson was still interested in the trails project and his land is still available. Jack suggested we re-approach the Recreation Authority about the trails, but first we would need to get “all our ducks in a row” in regard to maintenance, liability, etc. He indicated that we need to take a firm attitude and not take no for an answer; we need to fight for. Jack suggested that we meet with Dave on his land and look over the possible route to note water features, etc. He suggested getting the schools and health businesses involved; possibly have education and exercise station along the route. Jack will set up a meeting with Dave on the land for Monday, June 13 at approximately 6:00 pm; it was suggested to invite Same Moore, the Roes, etc.
TEA-21 – The town council has approved a contractor and construction should begin soon – possibly this summer.
Putt-Putt Golf Challenge: Dede reported that she and Anne met to discuss the Putt-Putt Challenge and had worked out a few of the details. She sent out drafts of the flyers, guideline, rules, and entry forms to the board for review prior to the meeting. Dede reported that she would be meeting with Susan Leonard of the Merchants Association tomorrow to discuss the last of the details or any concerns for the challenge and 4th of July celebration. She also indicated that she is obligated to face paint for the celebration and will need to leave at 4:00 pm but that most of the set up and judging should be done by then, however, she will need help to referee, run, etc, the putt-putt once she leaves. She will continue to coordinate that event, send out information, get trophies, and clubs. She requested that all members help to look for clubs.
Breakfast Talks: Jack reported that he had spoken to Will Griffin and Lance regarding his proposes Breakfast Talks series; both had agreed to attend. The Talks would be informal conversations on issues in Floyd. These would be similar to what Andy Morikawa hosts on the 3rd Thursdays in Blacksburg at 7:30 am. We would invite people from different governmental agencies and other organization to get together and talk over breakfast at Wall Residences. We would have to be careful not to invite too many town council members as if we had two or more at the same time, it would be considered a formal meeting and we want to keep these informal. This would be a good way to get conversation going between the town and county. Some suggested topics included: the trail issue, PSA, etc. It was also suggested to ask attendees what topics are important to them. A motion was made, seconded, and approved for the Partnership to sponsor the Breakfast Talks. The Talks will be scheduled for the first Thursdays of the month. The first will be held on June 2nd at 7:30 am at Wall Residences.
Jack and Kamala also reported on possibly sponsoring a Community Activity Coordination workshop. Lee Chichester had started on one that was unable to come to fruition. This would be a good way to get many of the different organizations together and get dialog between them. It was suggested that this might also be a way to increase Partnership membership.
New Business:
Tour de Floyd: Jack reported that the Coordinator of the Tour de Floyd (Paul) is in need of help organizing and coordinating the event. Jack suggested that the Partnership might be able to help.
Announcements: None.
National Music Festival: The National Music Festival will take place throughout Floyd from May 29 – June 11.
Meeting was adjourned. Next meeting will be Monday, June 27, 2011, at 6:30 pm at Wall Residences.
Respectfully submitted,
Dede McGrath
Recording Secretary
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