Meeting Minutes 10.7.2026

Meeting Location:
City of Apache Junction, Arizona
City Council Chambers
Meeting Minutes at City Hall
300 E Superstition Blvd
Apache Junction, AZ
Parks & Recreation Commission
85119
apachejunctionaz.gov
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026 6:00 PM City Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
Chair Heather Moeller called the regular meeting of the City of Apache Junction Parks and
Recreation Commission to order at 6:00 p.m.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Heather Moeller led in the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Roll Call
Present 6 - Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Vice
Chair Madrid, Chairperson Moeller, and Commissioner Vega
Excused 1 - Commissioner Klepper
Staff Present:
Liz Langenbach, Parks and Recreation Director
Jamie Sullivan, Recreation Superintendent
Dave Butler, Parks Superintendent
Julia Feraldi, Aquatics Coordinator
4. Consent Agenda
Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck moved that the Parks and Recreation Commission accept the
agenda as presented and approve the minutes from the September 2, 2026 regular meeting. Vice
Chair Felicia Madrid seconded the motion. This was approved.
Yes: 6 - Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Vice
Chair Madrid, Chairperson Moeller and Commissioner Vega
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Commissioner Klepper
26-478 Consideration of approval of agenda.
26-479 Consideration of approval of regular meeting minutes of September 2, 2026.
Attachments: Meeting Minutes 9.2.2026
5. Information and Reports
Several commissioners made positive comments about the events and programs they
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attended. Chair Heather Moeller shared about volunteering for the Mad Science event,
Commissioner Diele Kyhn was impressed with the online ramada rental process at Painted
Sky, and Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck noted he is looking forward to using the new fitness
equipment at the Multi-Gen Center.
6. Staff Report
26-480 Presentation and update on projects and opportunities in the parks and other
service areas.
Superintendent Dave Butler updated the Commission on the closure dates for facilities
undergoing fall overseeding, annual maintenance, shade installation, and irrigation projects. He
shared photographs of the completed drainage project at Prospector Park, highlighting its
effectiveness in managing heavy rainfall earlier in the month. He also presented additional
photographs showing various areas affected by flooding. He also updated the commission on
the status of the skate park repairs and plans to have a contractor permanently repair the
damaged areas. He concluded by sharing that the Rodeo Grounds announcer booth will be
getting replaced in time for Lost Dutchman Days.
26-481 Presentation, discussion and update on upcoming events and activities.
Superintendent Jamie Sullivan shared volunteer opportunities for several upcoming events and
programs. She also discussed data analytics numbers for programs and participation for the
last month demonstrating increases in both. She also shared that Coordinators Jody Dutra and
Elliott Anuta presented at the National Recreation and Park Association conference in
Philadelphia along with two library staff members on how Parks and Recreation and the library
can work together for the community. She reviewed all upcoming events and actives for the rest
of October and November, and highlighted new programs like quilting and shuffle dance for
November.
26-427 Report on the Superstition Shadows Aquatic Center's 2026 Season.
Aquatics Coordinator Julia Feraldi presented an overview of the successes of this year’s
summer aquatics season. She highlighted several accomplishments, including offering open
swim seven days a week for 5.5 hours per day, increased pool attendance and swim lesson
participation compared to the previous year, and a record 40 participants on the swim team due
to the addition of both morning and afternoon sessions. She also provided an overview of the
special interest classes, special events, and activities offered throughout the season. She noted
that State Farm, Great Hearts Blossom Rock, Banner MD Anderson, and the Lost Dutchman
Marathon each hosted free open swim days. Additionally, Salt River Project provided free life
jackets to the community. She concluded her presentation by announcing that the department
was awarded an AOAP Life Jacket Grant, which provided 65 life jackets for participants to use
at the aquatic center.
7. Old Business
26-482
Presentation and discussion on the next steps to update the annual Parks and
Recreation Strategic Plan.
Director Liz Langenbach presented the latest revision of the Parks and Recreation Strategic
Plan cover options and provided commission members with an opportunity to provide input on
their preferred design. She reviewed the final budget numbers, featured capital projects,
personnel and operational funding, funding strategies, lease agreements for various facilities,
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and other related items. She also reviewed each additional section of the plan and highlighted
changes and updates to each section. Both Superintendents, Jamie Sullivan and Dave Butler,
provided input on specific sections and responded to questions from the commissioners
throughout the presentation. Director Langenbach noted that the final draft is anticipated to be
ready for review at the next meeting and may be presented for adoption if no additional changes
are needed.
26-500 Update on the Parks and Recreation Fee Study.
Attachments: POSTING - 2026 Chap 4 Suggested Fees
Fee Schedule Comparison 2026 - WITH AVERAGE MARKET
Superintendent Jamie Sullivan provided an update on the fee study and reported that the City
Council approved the recommended fee increases without changes. She noted that, although
several fees increased, they remain below market rates. Superintendent Sullivan reviewed the
fee changes and confirmed that members and key stakeholders have been notified and that the
updated fees have been posted. The new fees will take effect in January 2027.
8. New Business
9. Call to Public
None.
10. Call for Future Agenda Items
Vice Chair Felicia Madrid requested further information on APRA's Peak/Prime for Arizona and
Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck requested more information on Superstition Basin.
11. Selection of Meeting Dates, Times, Location and Purpose
26-483 Regular Meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission to be held at 6:00
p.m. on November 4, 2026 in the city council chambers located at 300 E.
Superstition Boulevard.
Commissioner Diele Kyhn moved, seconded by Commissioner Frank Schoenbeck that the regular
session of the Parks and Recreation Commission be held November 4, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the city
council chambers located at 300 E. Superstition Boulevard, Apache Junction. This was approved.
Yes: 6 - Commissioner Kyhn, Commissioner Schoenbeck, Commissioner Borey, Vice
Chair Madrid, Chairperson Moeller and Commissioner Vega
No: 0
Excused: 1 - Commissioner Klepper
12. Adjournment
Chair Heather Moeller adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m.
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