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MINUTES PARKS AND TRAILS COMMITTEE REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, October 8, 2025 - 4:00 P.M. 155 N. TEGNER STREET WICKENBURG, ARIZONA 85390 A. CALL TO ORDER - Chair Wilson called the meeting to order at 4:00 PM B. ROLL CALL Present: Scott Wilson, Chairperson John Anderson, Member Linda Brockwell, Member Nancy Craig, Member Wayne Coates, Alternate Member John Oplinger, Alternate Member Margaret Nyberg, Council Liaison Absent: Cindy Chamberlin, Vice Chairperson Morgan Barnes, Member Dan Finley, Member Staff Present: Herschel Workman, Public Works Director Todd Wallace, Public Works Project Manager Amy Brown, Town Clerk Jennifer Jubany, Executive Assistant C. CALL TO THE PUBLIC – • Joe Stevens, In-Town Resident, shared that the Lions Club is donating two benches to be placed near peak areas of Bass Trail. The exact locations will be determined at a later date. Each bench will include a placard recognizing the Lions Club’s donation. D. ITEMS OF BUSINESS 1. Consideration and Action to Approve the Minutes of the Meeting of June 11, 2025 Nancy Craig clarified that the minutes should reflect a speed limit for everyone on the multi-use path, not just for e-bikes. Parks and Trails Committee Minutes of October 8, 2025 Page 2 of 4 MOVED BY Member Brockwell to approve the Minutes of June 11, 2025, as amended SECONDED BY Member Craig VOTE: 6 - 0 (Yes – Chair Wilson, Members Anderson, Brockwell, Coates, Craig, and Oplinger) 2. Discussion and Update Regarding the Rodeo Grounds Todd Wallace, Parks and Facilities Manager, provided the following updates: • Approximately 70,000 square feet of parking have been added • A new access road has been constructed connecting to Constellation Road to accommodate emergency ingress/egress and provide direct access to contestants • Approximately 1,700 dump trucks of material were moved • Accessible parking has nearly doubled in size • LED stadium lighting is being installed in the arena and parking lot • The penthouse area has been expanded into the back foothills There were concerns raised about compliance with the Dark Sky code. Manager Wallace confirmed the lighting meets all requirements and noted that arena lights will operate only during events, while parking lot lights will be used only when the facility is rented. When asked about project funding, Wallace explained that the Town received a grant for LED lighting upgrades, while road improvements were funded through a Capital Improvement Project (CIP), with the Community Rodeo Association of Wickenburg (CRAW) contributing significant funding. There were also concerns expressed regarding gated access to the ramadas and lack of trail signage to state what hours the trails are open. Public Works Director Workman shared that plans include adding an entrance walk gate. He explained that vehicle access will be limited to the adjacent parking area near Constellation Road, with trails reserved for pedestrians and cyclists. He noted that unrestricted access is avoided during periods without a camp host due to vandalism concerns. 3. Discussion and Update Regarding Coffinger Park Todd Wallace, Parks and Facilities Manager, provided the following updates: • Installation of ADA access around the playground area • Addition of a six-foot sidewalk connecting the pool to the ramada • Installation of two benches and two ADA-accessible picnic tables • Gopher mitigation efforts are ongoing • Scalping and overseeding of grass areas are underway, and irrigation Parks and Trails Committee Minutes of October 8, 2025 Page 3 of 4 heads have been updated for improved coverage • Dugouts and expanded fencing are being added to the ballfield • Installation of a foul ball net and new scoreboard • Field lighting is now operational • Work is in progress on the infield, including new material, a proper mound, and base pegs for multiple uses (softball and T-ball) • Bleachers will be added behind home plate • The pool resurfacing project has been completed, with all equipment replaced with higher-capacity pumps and filters • The pool slide and mushroom have been refurbished and polished • Staff are obtaining estimates for a pool heater and cover, which would extend the swimming season by a couple months • Staff are obtaining estimates for additional pool decking and shade structures to replace existing grass areas There were concerns raised regarding staffing for the pool if the season is extended. Manager Wallace noted that staffing levels are not expected to be an issue, as more students with flexible schedules (including homeschool students) are now available. 4. Discussion and Update Regarding New Park Space at Sunset Park Todd Wallace, Parks and Facilities Manager, provided the following updates: • The new park, currently referred to as “Sunrise Park” is being explored directly across from Sunset Park • The design concept includes three multi-use fields, restrooms, and food truck hookups • The dog park may be relocated to this new site • For budgetary reasons, plans now call for one main entrance from Highway 60 instead of two • Amenities under consideration include pickleball and basketball courts • Sunset Park would remain focused on softball and baseball, with the potential addition of one more field where the current dog park is located • Sunrise Park would primarily serve soccer and football activities • Plans also include expanded parking at Sunset Park and potentially adding a ramada and picnic area Member Craig asked whether there had been any discussion regarding traffic control for the new Sunrise Park entrance. Public Works Director Workman noted that the project is still in its early stages and will be coordinated with Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) once requirements are established. Project Manager Wallace added that the design remains preliminary and will be presented to the Town Council on October 20 for input. Parks and Trails Committee Minutes of October 8, 2025 Page 4 of 4 E. NEXT MEETING DATE – December 10, 2025 F. ADJOURNMENT MOVED BY Member Brockwell to adjourn at 4:29 PM SECONDED BY Member Oplinger VOTE: 6 - 0 (Yes – Chair Wilson, Members Anderson, Brockwell, Coates, Craig, and Oplinger) Scott Wilson, Chair Attest: Jennifer Jubany, Executive Assistant