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AGENDA
ITEM 1 CALL TO ORDER
ITEM 2 APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 27, 2023 MINUTES & DECEMBER 13, 2023 MINUTES
ITEM 3 PUBLIC COMMENT ON ANY ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Commission cannot engage in discussion or debate. However, once the
commenter has left the stand, the Commission may ask staff to respond to
a concern or question posed by the public, or to follow up with the speaker.
ITEM 4 COMMISSION BUSINESS – Chairman Alex Hachtman
a) Introduction of new commission member, Virginia Hayes.
b) Election of Officers.
c) Distribution of correspondence.
d) Requests for 2024 agenda items.
ITEM 5 REPORT ON ITEMS FROM CITY STAFF
a) Recreation Superintendent – Brad Barker
b) Parks & Forestry Superintendent – Tyler Baird
ITEM 6 CHAIRS REPORT
ITEM 7 COMMISSION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
ITEM 8 ADJOURN
Iowa City
Parks and Recreation Commission
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
5:00 p.m.
Robert A. Lee Recreation Center – Meeting Room B
220 S Gilbert Street, Iowa City, IA 52240
IOWA CITY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY
MINUTES OF OCTOBER 27, 2023, WORK SESSION
MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER & SCANLON GYMNASIUM –
PROCTER & GAMBLE ROOM
Members Present: Aaron Broege, Missie Forbes, Alex Hachtman, Rachel McPherson,
Connie Moore, Caleb Recker, Melissa Serenda, Alex Stanton
Members Absent: Brian Morelli
Staff Present: None
Others Present: Beth Beasley, Sue Protheroe
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Hachtman called the meeting to order at 11:00 a.m.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
None
OTHER FORMAL ACTION:
None
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None
CITY PARK POOL PROJECT FOCUS GROUP – City Park Pool Consulting Group;
BerryDunn
Dannie Wilson, BerryDunn consultant, leads the focus group for the Parks and Recreation
Commission members. The notes transcribed from the focus group by the consultant team are
attached.
ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Hachtman calls the meeting to adjournment at 12:00 p.m.
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Missie
Forbes
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Alex
Hachtman
12/31/24 X NM X X LQ X X NM X X X X
Rachel
McPherson
12/31/26 * * X X LQ X X NM X X X X
Connie
Moore
12/31/25 X NM X X LQ X X NM O/E X X X
Brian
Morelli
12/31/25 X NM X X LQ X X NM X X X O/E
Caleb
Recker
12/31/26 * * * * * * * * * * * X
Melissa
Serenda
12/31/23 X NM X X LQ X X NM X X X X
Alex
Stanton
12/31/23 * * * * * * * * * X X X
Williams Architects
Prepared By: AC
Iowa City
City Park Pool
Project No. 20023-040
Friday 10/27/2023 Focus Groups
Focus Group 10 – Parks and Recreation Commission – 11AM
Leader: Dannie
Notes: AC
Attendees: See sign-in-sheet
Introductions
Questions
1. What design features would you like to see in a new pool?
Zero-entry so everyone can enter the pool.
Existing lift not safe.
Accessibility, inclusive, safe space. Everyone can learn to swim.
Beyond the obvious zero edge, existing wading pool is not desirable. Not separated
now and can run into deep water. Zero depth entry would help solve problem. Better
separation, such as gate, desirable. More for kids.
Shade over water, shade over pool deck. Existing does not get a lot of shade. Break
from direct sunlight.
Preserve character and trees. No giant waterslides. Integrate new pool in park.
2. What things preserve character?
Not adding a lot of bells and whistles. Keeping it simple.
Waterslides would compete with natural surroundings. Open space.
Zero depth. Ability to offer higher level of swim lessons. Focus programming. More
pleasant entry. Need policies to limit adults. Current channel can be useful for lessons.
Can be separated vs. waterslide. Current channel can be shallow. Against climbing
wall. Support shade over pool deck critical and over water.
Risk mitigation. Shade over deck and shade over water. Colors more neutral.
Channel requires more staff. Hate to have it not used because not enough staff.
Current channels can be costly but can be a nice aid for lessons.
Concern for risk and injury with waterslides and climbing wall.
3. What is the most important amenity?
Zero depth entry
Agree
Agree
Agree
Agree
Agree
Diving boards
Zero depth entry and diving second
Like 3M board iconic to City Park
Lap lanes. Maintain meters available.
50m vs. 25yd?
Like 50m.
Separate area for lap lanes? But would need more staff.
Not a pool for all if not both zero depth and 50m.
4. How many lap lanes?
25 yd 8 lanes. 50m luxury high competitive level. May also achieve zero depth.
Technical question. Don’t know.
50m less turns. Some facilities have both.
Look at data to influence decision.
Same.
Same. Is there an advantage to 8 lane 50m for competitive purposes? City host events
for high schools or professional events?
Are there current competitions? No. Is 25 yd satisfactory? Zero depth preferred over
50m.
Competitions would close pool.
Juli not enough parking for competitions.
Endurance swimmers like 50m.
5. What would a great space for kids 5 years and younger?
Jet and bubblers.
Agree.
Go to other pools that have those features.
Giant waterslide would not fit. Simple splash pad. Rock wall bad idea.
Maintain focus on safety. Soft floor. Minimize trip and fall. Some shade.
6. Deep water other activities besides?
3M diving
Swim lesson retrieve objects in 12 feet deep.
Appropriate for deep water programming.
SCUBA, water polo, water aerobics?
Yes, water aerobics, other options. Not sure about SCUBA certification.
Why can’t it be split off? It could be. Maybe separate dive well.
7. What other programs should happen with instruction?
Examples
Most of list is deep water activities. Flexible space. Flexible separation. Can do SCUBA
indoor.
Great opportunity to revitalize and capture new users to the pool. Once every 75 years.
New users.
Water walkers would bring new members.
Be able to rope off different sections and set off spaces for different group activities.
Water walking depth with other things 4 to 5 feet deep, deep water, lap swimming depth
doesn’t matter, etc. Other things not on list in the future. Flexibility.
8. Is there anything that prevents people from using pool?
No zero depth.
Not accessible.
No accessible parking or entry. Getting there issue.
Locker room barrier to same. People like or don’t like. Existing not popular.
Gross.
Transportation is an issue. Better fare free. Certain parts of community have barriers.
Some teens don’t go because they want waterslides.
Parking issue.
Cost. Is it the same as other pools? Are there discounts for income levels?
9. Accessibility options?
Transfer system rare. How many people actually use lift? People are singled out. What
can be universal?
Slope entry highest independence. Make so they can enter the pool on their own.
Is the chair needed? Yes.
Need balance to use. Would like higher version. Sturdier.
Or zero entry.
Requirements discussed per code.
Don’t see transfer system used at university?
Sloped entry.
Pool stairs deep water idea.
Hand holds helpful.
10. Bathhouse accessibility and features?
Entry accessibility.
Natural light. Warm and inviting.
Open at the entrance.
Flex space for changing for families or individuals?
Locker room not gender based? Private rooms discussion? Depends how it is laid out.
Adult size changing table essential.
Open area, light, all looks great.
Adult changing table in same room? Can close off for privacy. Can fold up and go up
and down.
Combine single user and adult changing table.
Individual rooms for quick change. Able to bypass locker rooms desirable. Maybe shrink
locker rooms.
Private showers with hard barriers not curtains.
Accessible entry. Closer to parking. Long sidewalk. Maybe expand size multipurpose,
etc. Maybe move building up.
All materials water resistant. CMU walls. Mold concerns.
Shade over pool deck essential.
11. Website for additional comments. Cityparkpoolproject@iowacity.org
12. Conclusion. Juli. Explanation of focus groups and open houses.
IOWA CITY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION PRELIMINARY
MINUTES OF DECEMBER 13, 2023
ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER – MEETING ROOM B
Members Present: Aaron Broege, Missie Forbes, Alex Hachtman, Rachel McPherson,
Connie Moore, Brian Morelli, Caleb Recker, Melissa Serenda, Alex
Stanton
Members Absent: None
Staff Present: Juli Seydell Johnson, Tyler Baird, Brad Barker, Gabe Gotera, Josh
Worrell, Caylea Housh
Others Present: Mitzi Read, Justin Fishbaugh
CALL TO ORDER: Chairman Hachtman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council
action):
Moved by Forbes, seconded by Serenda to recommend no increases to User Fees &
Charges for FY25. Motion Passed 8-0 (Morelli absent).
OTHER FORMAL ACTION:
Moved by Serenda, seconded by Broege, to approve the November 9, 2023, minutes.
Motion passed 7-0 (Forbes, Morelli absent).
PUBLIC DISCUSSION OF ANY ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None
INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF – Parks and Recreation Director Juli Seydell Johnson
Dir. Seydell Johnson introduces two members of staff that are moving into new positions in the
department.
Commissioner Forbes arrives at 5:02 p.m.
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Josh Worrell introduces himself as the new Facilities Manager, having formerly served as the
Assistant Superintendent of the Iowa City Parks department for 3 years and as the Assistant
Superintendent of the Coralville Parks department for 12 years. Worrell says that he supervises a
12 member staff who manages the facility needs and project of the Robert A. Lee Rec Center,
Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym, the Civic Center, the Police Station, the Fire
Station, and the Senior Center.
Caylea Housh introduces herself as the new Aquatics Program Supervisor, previously working as
the Recreation Assistant for 2 years and as a Lifeguard for 3 years. Housh says that she is easing
into the position, having started only 2 days prior, and is looking forward to everything that is to
come.
USER FEES AND CHARGES – Recreation Superintendent Brad Barker
Supt. Barker says that it is the annual time to review the fees and charges for various programs
and rental facilities that are under the department. Barker states that the prior 2 years for FY23
and Fiscal Year 24, the Commission had moved to approve an increase of 3-5% across the board.
Barker explains that typically the fees and charges would be increased every other year but that
the Commission had increased the prices 2 consecutive years due to the inflationary pressures
from the rising costs of goods and services. Barker says that with the inflationary pressures
stabilizing, it is the recommendation of staff to not increase the fees and charges for FY25.
Barker points out that in the agenda packet there is a proposed increase but reiterates that the
staff recommendation is to not increase the user fees and charges.
Moved by Forbes, seconded by Serenda to recommend no increases to User Fees &
Charges for FY25. Motion Passed 8-0 (Morelli absent).
Barker adds that staff continue to promote for the RecAssist program which takes 50% off most
fees and charges for residents with financial need.
Commissioner Recker asks regarding rental facilities, if staff plans for future years via projection
of 3-5 years out or if it is planned year-by-year. Dir. Seydell Johnson confirms that the charges
are planned out year-by-year.
BICYCLE MASTERPLAN & TRAILS UPDATE – MPOJC; Kent Ralston & Sarah Walz
Dir. Seydell Johnson introduces this item as a request from several of the Commissioners at past
meetings. Seydell Johnson introduces Sarah Walz and Kent Ralston from the Metropolitan
Planning Organization (MPO) to give an update on the Bicycle Master Plan and trails.
Sarah Walz and Kent Ralston explain that while both are members of MPO there are also
employees of City of Iowa City for transportation planning. Walz and Ralston present the
attached PowerPoint presentation.
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Commissioner Forbes asks about kind of education there is around the bike boxes. Walz states
that there is what is known as a “two-stage bike box” located by the CRWC on Burlington Street
which has a huge sign explaining the bike boxes. Walz says that in terms of education, MPO has
released videos and handouts on the subject. Walz explains that while the department does do
some education online but because they don’t have direct programming, that they rely on groups
like Parks and Rec, or bicycle advocates such the Bike Library and Bike Iowa City to distribute
provided material. Ralston says that regarding vehicles, he believes it to be obvious on what a
driver is supposed to do as there are posted signs with explanations on where to stop and how to
position oneself. Ralston says regarding the bicycles, that it is easy to figure out how to proceed
when the vehicles are in the correct locations, as it creates a pathway for the bikes.
Commissioner McPherson says that she drives on Burlington most days and was not aware of the
bike box rules and agrees that while it is intuitive to work out, she still is worried about hitting a
biker. McPherson asks if there could be some official education from the DMV about the new
signage to ensure that drivers can recognize the bike boxes immediately. Walz responds that
Drivers Ed classes are starting to incorporate learning about bike facilities but that she does not
know to what extent. Walz explains that when there is an intersection with bike boxes, there is
no right-turning-on-red. Walz explains in regard to the intersection near the CRWC, when
someone is in the bike lane going east they would pass through during the green light and stop in
the bike box on the far east side of Madison, waiting for the light to turn green on Madison and
then cross. Walz adds that bicyclist that are very experienced tend not to use the bike boxes
because they’re comfortable moving across lanes into the center turn lane on busy street, while a
less experience bicyclist would use the two-stage bike box. McPherson corrects herself on that
she had meant to refer to the bike box on the corner of Riverside & Burlington where it is a right-
turn-on-red which has hash markers. Walz explains that the hash marks indicate the mixing area
where cars can pass through and agrees that there can be more education done. Ralston adds that
that area is tricky but that he expects the bike lanes to be vastly improved once the bridge is
replaced.
Chairman Hachtman says that it is great to hear about the different languages that the bike rules
are shown in and the extent that they are distributed out to the community. Walz says that people
do take the rules to be distributed at the bike rodeos and the bike library which reach a diverse
spread of biking communities. Hachtman sys that it is great to see the numbers decreasing from
the collision map and asks if there is anything the commission can do to help minimize the
amount of collision happening in a particular area. Ralston explains that MPO has received a
$300,000 safe street and roads grant as part of the new partnership infrastructure bill which will
go towards hiring a consultant in the next 3-5 months to look at collision hotspots and give
recommendations on how to correct those.
Commissioner Morelli arrives at 5:29 p.m.
Commissioner McPherson asks regarding the bollard posts for protected bike lanes and asks
about the issue that stems from driveways. Walz explains that staff typically put protected bike
lanes on arterial streets with long black faces and a very limited number of driveways, and that
there is a lot of maintenance and complications where these bike lines are installed. McPherson
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asks if there could be a tax incentive for driveway owners to be more amiable towards the bike
lanes. Walz responds that driveway is the only access to someone’s property so that makes it
discouraged for a bike lane if there are many driveways. Walz adds that some people might ask
“Why aren’t there protected bike lanes everywhere” but explains that there are very specific
conditions that need be present for a protected bike lane to be installed.
Commissioner Serenda asks what the standards are for new development and subdivisions for
including off-street trails or side paths to make sure that every new community is connected and
integrated into the trail system. Walz responds that these are usually identified in the district
plans and will typically follow flood areas and waterways (Rivers and Creeks) and utility
corridors where there’s an easement that can’t be developed. Walz provides an example off trails
on the Southside near the new Alexander Elementary School which follows a sewer line where
buildings can’t be constructed. Walz explains that when connecting collator streets on the edge
of a community, they will be built with the width of a bike lane and side paths incorporated.
Walz closed saying that the trails are almost always identified in the district plans and that when
people coming with a subdivision plan, it might be something required to be built or might open
up the opportunity for the city to build it
Commissioner Broege says that he manages an apartment complex on Benton Street and says
that there has been a great response from residents regarding the new bike lanes, which make
people feel much safer when traveling. Broege thanks MPO before asking about Greenwood
Drive, a major communion point for students that live south of the university, what are the
sharrow markings indicate. Walz responds that Greenwood bikeway is a connection for
bicyclists to get from Benton to university without having to go through the large traffic. Ralston
explains that the shared lane arrows or sharrows are used when there can’t be a true bike lane due
to the minimum buffer required.
Commissioner Stanton asks if there can be signage put up downtown as there are often cars
parked in the bike lanes on Clinton Street. Stanton clarifies that he understands that there can be
only so many signs put up before there are too many signs but asks if there can be signage to put
more fear into a driver for parking in the bike lanes. Walz says that the lanes are signed as bike
lanes and on some streets even marked as no-parking but explains that it is a constant challenge
for enforcement staff. Walz adds that those stopped in the bike lanes are often delivery drivers
who have gotten wise on how quick they need to be before getting a ticket. Walz confirms that it
is an issue, and that staff are looking for a solution.
Commissioner Morelli says that Clinton Street is so wide, especially between Washington and
Jefferson, which can invite those to go faster despite it being downtown with lots of pedestrian
traffic. Morelli asks if it would be better to not have a bike lane on Clinton and encourage
bicyclists to take up the whole lane as that would be desired pace for the road. Ralston responds
that bicyclists are not required to use the bike lanes and that if they so choose, can use the whole
lane, which he himself does.
Chairman Hachtman thanks Walz and Ralston for the work they do to make the community more
vibrant through the connect build from bikeways and bike lanes.
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REPORT ON ITEMS FROM CITY STAFF
Director of Parks & Recreation – Juli Seydell Johnson
Dir. Seydell Johnson hands out a thank you gift to the commissions for their participation in the
City Park Pool Focus Groups. Seydell Johnson explains that the gifts were already given to the
other focus groups that took place during November.
Recreation Superintendent – Brad Barker
Registration: Supt. Barker says that registration for the Winter/Spring season opened for Iowa
City residents on Tuesday, Dec. 12 and for non-residents on Wednesday, Dec. 13. Barker
explains that this split registration started 1-2 years prior which has helped to ensure that Iowa
City residents are served first and foremost before the larger community.
Farmers’ Market: Supt. Barker announces that the Holiday Farmer’s Market is scheduled for
Saturday, Dec. 16 from 8 a.m. – 1 p.m. Barker says that the vendor spots have been full for
several months and expects a good turnout of attendees. Barker explains that this will wrap up
the Farmers’ Market for the year before taking registration for the following year starting at the
end of January.
Events: Supt. Barker says that the Winter Solstice Event, an annual event run by Program
Supervisor Joyce Carroll will be hosted on Sunday, Dec. 17 from 2-5 p.m. Barker announces that
the department’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service will be hosted on Monday, Jan. 15 at the
Mercer Park Aquatic Center. Barker explains that the event is organized by Adaptive and
Outreach Program Supervisor Malory Smysor who has planned a lot of different activities
throughout the day.
Vice-Chairman Moore asks what time the program registration opens. Supt. Barker responds that
program enrollment always opens at 7 a.m. on registration day.
Commissioner Forbes asks if the Farmers’ Market tokens can be used at the Holiday Market.
Supt. Barker confirms that the tokens can be used at the Holiday Market.
Brad
Parks & Forestry Superintendent – Tyler Baird
Empty Role: Supt. Baird says that there a few opens positions that are in the process of being
filled. Baird states that there will soon be interviews for Josh Worrell’s former position of
Assistant Parks & Forestry Superintendent. Baird says that the applications are being accepted
for a entry-level Athletic Field Maintenance position and is expected to be chosen after the new
year.
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Projects: Supt. Baird discussed the status of several park projects. Baird says that both the
playgrounds for Happy Hollow Park and Kiwanis Park have been installed and that the restroom
& shelter at North Hickory Hill Park have been completed. Baird states the Pickleball & Tennis
Courts project at Mercer Park has started but that nothing has yet begun regarding the tennis
courts at City Park. Baird says that he expects the City Park courts to begin being torn out in the
upcoming spring before new courts are installed. Baird adds that next year College Green Park
and Shannon Drive Park will be looked at for new playgrounds. Dir. Seydell Johnson adds that
on Jan. 15 there will be an open house for gathering public input regarding the Skatepark at
Terrell Mill Park. Baird states that an ongoing project is the off-road single track bike course
being installed at Terrell Mill Park. Baird explains that he is excited for new skill features that
have been ordered and is hoping the track to be open by Memorial Day.
Commissioner Morelli asks if staff envision expanding the single-track trail to add an additional
trail. Supt. Baird responds that there is definite potential for it in the future, but that staff want to
figure out the maintenance regimen for the current track before more variation is added.
Commissioner Recker asks regarding the Pickleball & Tennis Court Project; how much work
will be completed by City staff as opposed to contracted out for the project. Supt. Baird explains
that that project will be all contracted work and that the contractors have been working on the
courts at Mercer Park for several months and should be completed quickly when resumed in the
spring.
CHAIRS REPORT:
Chairman Hachtman announces that this is Commissioner Serenda’s last Parks and Recreation
Commission meeting. Hachtman says that is has been an honor to serve with Serenda and that he
has appreciated all comments and contributions that she has provided over the last four years to
make the community so great.
COMMISSION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Commissioner Stanton thanks Supt. Barker and Assistant Supt. Eidahl for their help for setting
up space for elections at their respective facilities.
ADJOURNMENT:
Chairman Hachtman calls the meeting to adjournment at 5:51 p.m.
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Missie
Forbes
12/31/25 X O/E LQ X X NM O/E X X X O/E X
Alex
Hachtman
12/31/24 X X LQ X X NM X X X X X X
Rachel
McPherson
12/31/26 X X LQ X X NM X X X X X X
Connie
Moore
12/31/25 X X LQ X X NM O/E X X X X X
Brian
Morelli
12/31/25 X X LQ X X NM X X X O/E O/E X
Caleb
Recker
12/31/26 * * * * * * * * * X X X
Melissa
Serenda
12/31/23 X X LQ X X NM X X X X X X
Alex
Stanton
12/31/23 * * * * * * * X X X O/E X
Day Date 6-7a 7-8a 8-9a 9-10a 10-11a 11-12p 12-1p 1-2p 2-3p 3-4p 4-5p 5-6 p 6-7p 7-8p Daily Rec Totals Water Fitness Swim Lessons Event # Count Event Name
Friday 1-Dec 5 6 2 6 7 11 4 41 9 8 $2 Swim
Saturday 2-Dec 1 5 3 10 10 3 2 2 1 37 9 25 Pool Party
Sunday 3-Dec 55 14 $2 Swim
Monday 4-Dec 7 4 5 4 6 10 4 40 16 66
Tuesday 5-Dec 6 2 8 4 12 12 5 49 56 16 Water Mindfullness
Wednesday 6-Dec 8 3 6 6 6 5 6 40 13 54
Thursday 7-Dec 6 5 5 6 6 5 4 37 60
Friday 8-Dec 8 3 2 6 9 5 4 37 18 7 $2 Swim
Saturday 9-Dec 0 0 5 11 6 5 3 3 1 34 0 25 Sensory Swim
Sunday 10-Dec 17 $2 Swim
Monday 11-Dec 9 2 6 7 5 11 3 43 17
Tuesday 12-Dec 8 5 2 3 6 11 5 40 12 Water Mindfulness
Wednesday 13-Dec 9 3 6 5 12 7 4 46 15
Thursday 14-Dec 7 3 9 7 6 9 3 44
Friday 15-Dec 7 0 1 3 3 13 2 29 5 19 $2 Swim
Saturday 16-Dec 4 7 4 3 12 3 5 4 2 44 5 0 Pool Party- did not fill
Sunday 17-Dec 8 $2 Swim
Monday 18-Dec 12 4 5 6 8 10 3 48 11
Tuesday 19-Dec 7 8 8 9 8 16 2 58 13 Water Mindfulness
Wednesday 20-Dec 10 8 6 6 15 8 7 60 14
Thursday 21-Dec 3 4 7 4 7 10 6 41
Friday 22-Dec 10 5 2 3 10 11 7 48 2 3 $2 Swim
Saturday 23-Dec 7 4 5 1 3 3 2 2 2 29 5 25 Pool Party Rental
Sunday 24-Dec Holiday Closures
Monday 25-Dec Holiday Closures
Tuesday 26-Dec 18 12 30 Holiday Closure in AM
Wednesday 27-Dec 5 3 5 7 9 8 4 41 7
Thursday 28-Dec 5 5 6 9 6 7 3 41
Friday 29-Dec 4 4 7 4 10 11 2 42 12 3 $2 Swim
Saturday 30-Dec 4 4 4 0 1 0 2 1 0 16 9 22 Noon Year's Eve Beach Ball Drop Event
Sunday 31-Dec Holiday Closure in PM
Grand Total
971 1015 167 291 217 1690
145 = Facility Closed 32.7 5.4 9.4 7.0 54.5
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Robert A Lee Recreation Center - Indoor Swimming Pool Totals - December 2023
Averages:
Totals:Total Scans:
Total Unique Scans:
Day Date 6-7a 7-8a 8-9a 9-10a 10-11a 11-12p 12-1p 1-2p 2-3p 3-4p 4-5p 5-6 p 6-7p 7-8p Daily Rec Totals Water Fitness Swim Team Event # Count Event Name
Friday 1-Dec 1 5 8 15 9 4 4 5 4 6 16 2 3 2 84 125
Saturday 2-Dec 4 3 6 8 7 7 4 13 9 5 8 2 4 0 80 125
Sunday 3-Dec 23 5 7 7 5 2 5 2 1 57
Monday 4-Dec 4 9 11 15 11 8 6 9 5 5 8 3 9 1 104 5 125
Tuesday 5-Dec 4 16 8 7 2 6 7 4 4 6 6 1 71 14 125 20 $2 Swim
Wednesday 6-Dec 5 15 14 11 11 2 4 6 4 5 10 6 4 0 97 125
Thursday 7-Dec 4 7 8 5 3 4 6 5 7 3 11 0 63 18 125 14 $2 Swim
Friday 8-Dec 6 9 9 17 5 3 7 7 4 2 13 6 11 3 102 125
Saturday 9-Dec 4 5 2 1 12 Swim Meet Swim Meet
Sunday 10-Dec 22 13 16 12 7 8 4 1 0 83
Monday 11-Dec 8 7 14 16 6 8 2 6 5 4 76 4 Swim Meet Swim Meet
Tuesday 12-Dec 5 11 16 3 1 4 3 6 1 15 3 0 68 13 125 21 $2 Swim
Wednesday 13-Dec 6 13 14 16 10 13 9 8 9 3 14 9 3 0 127 125
Thursday 14-Dec 5 5 9 9 3 5 4 7 9 6 1 0 63 18 125 16 $2 Swim
Friday 15-Dec 8 8 11 16 11 5 6 7 10 9 11 0 7 0 109 125
Saturday 16-Dec 25 5 1 2 33 Swim Meet Swim Meet
Sunday 17-Dec 20 10 5 7 4 10 8 3 2 69
Monday 18-Dec 2 7 6 14 13 7 13 9 6 13 6 7 6 1 110 5 125
Tuesday 19-Dec 2 6 8 8 1 14 8 3 50 12 Swim Meet 14 $2 Swim
Wednesday 20-Dec 9 12 6 16 5 8 5 14 9 10 12 7 12 0 125 125
Thursday 21-Dec 4 5 10 7 6 5 4 1 2 7 7 1 59 13 125 19 $2 Swim
Friday 22-Dec 9 9 10 10 11 7 8 9 10 8 11 7 6 1 116
Saturday 23-Dec 3 3 7 4 11 7 13 6 16 7 6 6 7 1 97
Sunday 24-Dec
Monday 25-Dec
Tuesday 26-Dec 34 9 14 7 7 8 14 0 2 95
Wednesday 27-Dec 10 3 8 17 7 23 12 8 9 25 6 4 4 1 137
Thursday 28-Dec 5 7 10 12 10 2 6 10 8 11 2 0 83 5 35 $2 Swim
Friday 29-Dec 8 9 6 12 12 11 12 6 13 4 11 7 3 2 116
Saturday 30-Dec 7 7 2 9 13 14 9 25 8 12 18 3 9 1 137
Sunday 31-Dec 19 22 25 15 4 85 Holiday Closure in PM
Grand Total
2084 2508 107 1750 139 4504
410 80.9 3.5 56.5 4.5 145.3
1272
ICE = 106 (includes masters)41.0
Mercer Park Aquatic Center - Indoor Swimming Pool Totals - December 2023
Totals:
Averages:
Total using Robert A. Lee Pool Open Hours
Average using Robert A. Lee Pool Open Hours
Total Scans:
Total Unique Scans:
Ending Balance:$194,370.76
November 01, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Beginning Balance:$180,474.61
Total Fund Income:$13,940.83
Total Fund Expenses:$44.68
Community Foundation of Johnson County
City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Accounts
Iowa City Parks and Rec Endowment Fund
Statement Activity
Iowa City Parks and Rec Charitable Giving Fund
November 01, 2023 - November 30, 2023
Beginning Balance:$44,698.55
Total Fund Income:$900.00
Total Fund Expenses:$26.40
Ending Balance:$45,572.15
Statement Activity
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Iowa City Parks & Recreation Commission Packet
January 2024
Upcoming Events
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration – January 15; 9:30 am – 12:30 pm; MPAC
• Freeze Fest – February 4; 1-3 pm; TTRA Lodge
Notable from Parks & Recreation Staff
Parks:
• Two public open house opportunities for the skatepark and pump track design process will be held on
Monday, January 15th. The first is from 9:30-11:30am and the second is from 5:00-6:00pm. Both input
opportunities will be held at Mercer Park Aquatic Center. Construction will be in 2025 with extensive
design work occurring in 2024.
• We will be starting design and outreach for 3 other parks soon. Projects will include playgrounds,
shelters, and other possible amenities in College Green, Brookland, and a new park located along
Shannon Dr.
• Staff have been busy trimming trees and undergrowth along the trails to increase safety and clearance
along multiple trail sections.
• Pickleball and tennis court replacements have begun, and further construction will continue in the
spring.
• Progress on the off-road single track bike trail project continues. The goal for opening of the trail is
Memorial Day.
• Forestry is busy with structural pruning and will continue trimming throughout the winter.
• Seasonal staff positions in Parks and Forestry have been posted and everyone can help spread the word.
We will hire approximately 60 seasonal staff throughout the year.
• We have an open Parks Maintenance Worker I position as Ryan Kratoska has moved over into the
Athletics Maintenance Worker I position.
• Alex Lorack has accepted the Assistant Superintendent of Parks position. He comes back to our
department where he was a recent member of the Forestry staff before taking his current role with
Neighborhood Development Services. Alex will make the transition into the Assistant Superintendent
role on January 22nd.
Recreation:
• Farmers Market will begin accepting applications in late January for the 2024 season. Market begins in May.
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• The ‘Martin Luther King Jr Day’ event will occur at Mercer Park Aquatic Center on Monday, January 15th from
9:30 am – 12:30 pm. This event is in partnership with several community service organizations.
Facilities:
• Riverside Festival Stage bid was awarded to Peak Construction. Peak has worked on previous projects for the
Parks Dept. They will be starting construction during the 24’ season.
• Terry Trueblood H2O roof is delayed do to backlog of work but is still on the schedule for this winter to be
replaced.
• Scanlon gym roof, sky lighting & Entry/Foyer skylight Replacement will be going out to bid soon. A portion of
City Hall roof replacement will go out for bid once we secure the contractor for Mercer Scanlon.
Cemetery:
• The current rules and regulations are currently being updated/changed as we reclassify some of the flush
lots into monument lots. All changes will be approved by the City Council in February 2024.
• Staff is working on trimming Oak trees and other low hanging branches.
Top Staff Issues
Parks
• Seasonal hiring is the highest priority heading into spring and takes considerable Admin. time.
Recreation
• Two full-time positions are currently being hired for with start dates anticipated in late January or early
February.
Facilities
• The mild fluctuating temperatures have created extra work with adjusting and monitoring boilers.
Cemetery:
• Staff is busy filling in low spots on the grounds.
• Staff has the snow equipment at the ready.
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Oakland
Cemetery
FY 24 Revenue Report
** shaded areas represent previous 5yr average
Revenue from Lot Sales Lot Sale 5yr
Average
# of
Interments
Interments
5yr avg.
Revenue
from
Interments
5-year Avg.
on
Interments
Total
Revenue
5yr Avg. on
total
revenue
July $6,750.00 $4,550.00 3 6.6 $2,642.50 $3,504.00 $9,392.50 $8,054.00
August $7,875.00 $7,039.00 7 7.0 $2,672.50 $4,321.50 $10,547.50 $11,360.50
Sept $7,860.00 $7,624.25 7 7.8 $3,085.00 $4,741.25 $10,945.00 $12,365.50
Oct $6,750.00 $11,157.00 9 7.0 $4,410.00 $3,899.50 $11,160.00 $15,056.50
Nov $4,270.00 $5,257.50 4 6.8 $3,065.00 $4,070.50 $7,335.00 $9,328.00
Dec $6,280.00 $2,390.50 2 5.8 $1,085.00 $3,511.00 $7,365.00 $5,901.50
Jan
Feb
March
April
May
June
Totals $39,785.00.00 $38,018.25 32 41 $16,960.00 $24,047.75 $56,745.00 $62,066.00