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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-12-03 M I N U T E S st 861 REGULAR MEETING PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF LIVONIA On December 3, 2025, the above meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission of the City of Livonia was held in the Jack E. Kirksey Recreation Center Conference Room, 15100 Hubbard, Livonia, Michigan. Mark Johnson, Chairperson of the Commission, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Members present: Cathy Kevra, Kevin Summers, Katie Jolly, Eric Ladwig and Mark Johnson Members absent: None Also present: Ted Davis, Superintendent Michelle Koppin, Asst. Superintendent Billy Keppen, Facility Manager Jim Biga, Resident Denise Mika, Resident Dave Reinowski, Resident Audience Communication – Mr. Reinowski said he is a member and wanted clarification on the new pool rule stating use of cell phones, tablets and other electronic devices are prohibited. He said he was told by a lifeguard that his use of underwater headphones could represent a safety issue if his hearing was impaired and someone needed to get his attention while he is in the pool. He wondered about everyone else in the building wearing headphones. Mr. Davis said there will be a change in the rule that will allow use of headphones very soon. He said he will email Mr. Reinowski with the new rule. Mr. Reinowski left the meeting at 6:06 p.m. Upon a motion made by Mr. Summers seconded by Mrs. Kevra, it was th #4051-25 RESOLVED, that the Commission waive the reading of the minutes of the 860 Regular Meeting of the Commission held on November 5, 2025 and that the minutes be approved as submitted. A roll call vote was taken on the foregoing resolution with the following results: AYES: Kevra, Summers, Jolly, Ladwig and Johnson NAYES: None The Chairperson declared the resolution adopted. Reports from staff – Mr. Johnson asked if the additional front desk staff is due to the senior center. Mr. Davis said we are looking predominately for the senior center. Mrs. Kevra asked why the 100 Days program is changed from January to February? Mr. Davis said January is peak time to sell memberships and we were not selling memberships because people were signing up for 100 Days to Health. He said we pushed it back to the end of February. Mr. Johnson commented that the increase in usage at the senior center is due to the newness and we will see a decrease but we will see an increase overall from where we were before. Mr. Davis Commission Meeting 2 December 3, 2025 said it is early, but we will see the crossover usage between rec center seniors and senior center seniors. Mr. Johnson said it will be a benefit for both. Mrs. Kevra asked if the coffee shop has opened yet. Mr. Davis said not yet. Mr. Johnson asked about the Shelden bid opening. Mr. Davis said it was yesterday and came in better than we hoped. He explained the process and said we will be going to council soon. Mr. Johnson asked about the Rotary pavilion bid opening. Mr. Davis said it will be on December th 9. Mr. Davis said we’re excited for the parade, it will be cold and it’s Megan’s first one. Mr. Davis said we got an updated timeline on the rec center completion of end of March into April. Mr. Davis said the senior center front canopy work will begin December 8 and then there are some punch list items to be done. Mrs. Koppin said our staff did a great job of working together for the open house and ribbon cutting. Mr. Summers said all the comments were great. Communications LCRC Package Totals – Mr. Johnson said we’re holding steady. Mr. Summers said it’s still amazing. LCRC Code of Conduct – Mr. Johnson said it’s been quiet since July. LCRC Comment Card Report – Mr. Summers said it’s the same stuff. Mr. Johnson said most are about the women’s shower. Mr. Keppen said the daily custodian checks it regularly and the night staff has been trying several different chemicals. He said we’re just keeping an eye on it and doing our best. Mr. Johnson asked what is a bosu ball? Mr. Keppen explained. 409 Report – Mr. Johnson said there is a good chunk of change there. Mr. Davis said he has a meeting with golf regarding projects. There was a discussion of tee boxes. Green Fee Report – Mr. Johnson said we’re overall down in players but up in revenue. Thank you from ConnectUs – Mr. Johnson said this is a nice letter and hopes we can continue to support these organizations in the future. Old Business Golf Course Outing Rates – There was no update on this. NEW BUSINESS Letter of Understanding re: Beekeepers at Greenmead – Mr. Davis said we brought this to you a year ago and it has been a good partnership and we’ve enjoyed the classes they have taught. He said we want to continue this for three (3) years as it has been positive. Upon a motion made by Mr. Ladwig seconded by Mrs. Jolly, it was Commission Meeting 3 December 3, 2025 #4052-25 RESOLVED, that the Commission approves the agreement with Luke Altomare and Randy List for bee keeping at Greenmead Historical Park until the formal agreement is completed or until December 1, 2028, whichever is the earlier. A roll call vote was taken on the foregoing resolution with the following results: AYES: Kevra, Summers, Jolly, Ladwig and Johnson NAYES: None The Chairperson declared the resolution adopted. Letter submitted by Jason Mercure approved for submission by Ted Davis re: Pickleball Ladder League Fee – Mr. Johnson asked what is a ladder league? Mrs. Koppin explained. Mr. Johnson said it looks like we’re low based on the survey and asked if this is indoor. Mrs. Koppin said it is for both indoor and outdoor. She explained that outdoor leagues are not consistent for various reasons. Mr. Davis said it is for indoor for the most part. Upon a motion made by Mrs. Kevra seconded by Mrs. Jolly, it was #4053-25 RESOLVED, that the Commission approves the following Pickleball Ladder League Fees: Current Fee Proposed Fee Member $3.50/week/person $6/week/person Resident $4.25/week/person $7/week/person Non-resident $5/week/person $9/week/person A roll call vote was taken on the foregoing resolution with the following results: AYES: Kevra, Summers, Jolly, Ladwig and Johnson NAYES: None The Chairperson declared the resolution adopted. The meeting was adjourned at 6:28p.m. MARK JOHNSON, CHAIRPERSON PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION NEXT MEETING: WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2026 AT 6:00 P.M.