June 15, 2026

MINUTES
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION IN-PERSON ONLY
MONDAY HAL JENSEN RECREATION CENTER
JUNE 15, 2026 2403 N. IZABEL ST.
4:00 P.M.
1. Call to Order
Chair Parsons called the meeting to order at 4 PM.
2. Roll Call
NOTE: One or more Commissioners may be in attendance through other technological means.
Chair Stephen Parsons, present Commissioner Lisa Lamberson, absent
Vice Chair Austin Kerr, present Commissioner Jill Christensen, present
Commissioner Neil Frazier, absent Commissioner Josh Stackhouse, absent
Commissioner Camille Diab, present Councilmember Representative: Anthony Garcia, present
Staff present: Rebecca Sayers (PROSE Director), Amy Hagin (PROSE Assistant Director), Tyrone
Johnson (Recreation Manager) Crystal Warden-Gant (HJRC Supervisor), Lori Reynolds (PROSE
Administrative Specialist)
3. Land Acknowledgement
The Flagstaff Parks and Recreation Commission humbly acknowledges the ancestral homelands of
this area's Indigenous nations and original stewards. These lands, still inhabited by Native
descendants, border mountains sacred to Indigenous peoples. We honor them, their legacies, their
traditions, and their continued contributions. We celebrate their past, present, and future generations
who will forever know this place as home.
4. Approval of Minutes - May 18, 2026
Commissioner Kerr moved to approve the May 18, 2026 minutes as attached. Commissioner
Christensen seconded the motion. Motion carried.
5. Open Call to the Public
This portion of the meeting is for items that are NOT on the agenda. The Commission cannot act on
items presented during the public participation of the agenda. The Commission is prohibited by the
open meeting law from discussing or considering the item until the item is officially placed on an
agenda. Please limit comments to five minutes.
6. Discussion Items
A. Tour of new gaming room at Hal Jensen Recreation Center
Tyrone Johnson introduced Commissioners to Crystal Warden-Gant, supervisor at Hal Jensen
Recreation Center (HJRC). Crystal led Commissioners on a tour of the HJRC facility, highlighting
recent facility improvements, program offerings, and ongoing efforts to expand community
engagement. The tour began in the facility's gaming areas. Crystal explained that the main gaming
room received a fresh coat of paint several months ago in preparation for the installation of new
gaming equipment. The room has since been furnished with several new lounge chairs, three
large-screen televisions used for Nintendo Switch and PlayStation gaming, and a newly acquired
Pac-Man arcade machine.
Commissioners then visited the newly renovated gaming lounge, where they observed several

youth actively utilizing the space - playing games online while another youth demonstrated the
facility's virtual reality (VR) gaming equipment. Crystal shared that the gaming rooms experience
significant participation during the school year, particularly during lunch periods and after-school
hours. She noted that safeguards and access restrictions are in place to ensure age-appropriate
content and responsible use of gaming platforms. As staff continue to gain experience with the
technology, plans are in place to expand the variety of VR gaming options available. Crystal added
that the response from youth has been overwhelmingly positive, with many expressing excitement
about the new gaming room and appreciation for the quality of the equipment provided.
The tour continued to the gymnasium, where Crystal highlighted several recent improvements to
the gymnasium, including new wall paneling at each end of the court and the new HVAC system
providing air-conditioned space in the gymnasium for the first time. As the tour proceeded through
the facility, Crystal pointed out the racquetball courts, weight room, and kitchen. She explained that
the kitchen hosts a popular cooking class every Friday during the summer, where youth learn basic
cooking skills and how to prepare simple, healthy, and affordable meals.
Upstairs, Commissioners viewed space utilized by the Transition School, commonly referred to as
"T-School." Crystal emphasized that HJRC staff are actively working to expand outreach efforts
beyond the Sunnyside neighborhood while also increasing public awareness that the recreation
center and its programs are open and available to community members of all ages.
The tour concluded in the community garden, where Commissioners observed a variety of flowers,
vegetables, and herbs beginning to sprout. They also learned about the onsite compost drop-off
location, which is available to community members through a partnership with the City of Flagstaff's
Sustainability Program. Following the tour, Commissioners expressed appreciation for the recent
facility improvements, diverse programming opportunities, and staff efforts to create welcoming
spaces and services for youth and the broader Flagstaff community.
B. HVAC project at Hal Jensen Recreation Center
Commissioners were able to view and feel the facility's new HVAC system unit in the gymnasium.
Amy Hagin informed Commissioners that with Phase 1 completed, Phases 2 and 3 remain pending
as staff work to identify funding sources.
7. Reports and Updates
A. Council Representative Report, Council Representative Anthony Garcia
B. PROSE Monthly Newsletter - May 2026
8. Informational items to and from Commissioners and Staff
9. Agenda Items for next meeting
- Upcoming terms for each Commissioner including expiration, renewal and farewell dates
- Discussion and vote on Chair and Vice Chair
- Review of FY25/26 deferred maintenance/projects
10. Adjournment
Chair Parsons adjourned the meeting at 4:58 PM.