Quincy Reporter

Quincy Park District Board of Commissioners met June 12.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

ROLL CALL

President Philpot called the meeting to order and upon the roll being called the following members were physically present at said location: President Mark C. Philpot, Vice-President Trent Lyons, Commissioner Jarid Jones, Commissioner Patty McGlothlin, Commissioner John Frankenhoff, Commissioner Alan Hickman. No Park Board member was permitted to attend the meeting by video or audio conference.

Also in Attendance: Executive Director–Rome Frericks, Director of Parks–Matt Higley, Director of Business Services-Brian Earnest, Director of Program Services–Mike Bruns, Director of Golf-David Morgan, and Board Attorney-Jeff Terry.

President Philpot led the room in the Pledge of Allegiance.

CONSENT AGENDA

President Philpot asked if there were any objections or changes to the May 8, 2024 Regular Board meeting minutes or to the check register. President Philpot announced they were approved by unanimous consent.

PUBLIC INPUT- Michael Joyce and Whitney Mintert from Gem City Concert Series – Lincoln Park thanked everyone for their help and input. Ticket sales were 3,700 sold. It was a great show of country music. Next show is next weekend which will be a rock music weekend. Presales for this concert are at 3,000 so they expect to double that number on the day of the show.

BOARD INFORMATION/EDUCATION

Carlos Fernandez presented the Board with a book titled, History of the Park System for Quincy, Illinois from 1888 to 1917, which had been gifted to him by Bob Mays.

CORRESPONDENCE

Executive Director Frericks presented a letter of congratulations from Senator Tracy for the Klingner Trail from 35th Street to 4th Street.

VOLUNTEERS

Executive Director Frericks thanked the Master Gardeners for their work at the bees and butterfly gardens in Moorman and Wavering Park. He also thanked all of the baseball, softball and t-ball coaches for their time and dedication which helps the Park District run smoothly.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S REPORT

Executive Director Frericks asked the Board members to check their calendars for a date for the planning session in August on the 9th or 16th.

DIRECTORS’ REPORTS

Director Higley stated the last labor position for landscaping has been filled. Paul Dennis culvert repair is complete. There will be repairs to the trail near the Illinois Vets home to fix some settlement in the walkway. The trail will remain open during this time.

Director Earnest did not have anything to add to his report.

Director Bruns reported Indian Mounds pool opened May 31st. Averaging 213 visitors a day. There are 11 lifeguards and four more will be added after training bringing the total to 15. Seniors are enjoying many of the Park District’s services including pickleball, low impact fitness class, star party to view the stars, disc golf and golf at Westview, walking groups. Meetings will take place with the Senior Center, the Vets Home and nursing homes to see if we can offer programs there. Director Morgan reported the rounds report is up over 400 from last year at this time. Irrigation is moving along very well and doing it in stages so the course remains open. Looking forward to the Little People event next week.

Director Beroiza stated the foot traffic report this month showed 193,000 visitors to the parks and golf course.

COMMISSIONER COMMITTEE REPORTS

Finance Committee- Chair Lyons submitted the finance meeting minutes as his report. Quincy Park Foundation- Commissioner Holthaus said they met prior to this meeting. A new board member was approved. Terry Anastas Ride’s sponsorships are over $30,000. Quincy City Planning- Commissioner Jones did not have anything to report.

Lorenzo Bull House- Commissioner Holthaus stated that last Thursday, June 6th the annual fundraising dinner was held and it was a success. Next meeting with be next Monday. Personnel- Commissioner Holthaus did not have anything to report.

Quincy Riverfront Development- Commissioner Jones stated they are focusing on the Riverfront Rendezvous event. Executive Director Frericks and staff met with Stephanie Cross to help coordinate their fundraiser.

UNFINISHED BUSINESS- None.

NEW BUSINESS

Outdoor Sign at Lorenzo Bull Park to be located at 1600 Mane Street by Friends of the Lorenzo Bull House. Information Only- Executive Director Frericks reported that a request has been made to place a sign at 16th Street and Maine Street. All expenses will be paid by them. This will start the 50-day comment period. Dick Wellman is here to answer any questions.

COMMISSIOMER FRANKENHOFF MADE A MOTION TO SUSPEND THE RULES WHICH WAS SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER JONES. UNANIMOUS. PRESIDENT PHILPOT DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED.

Dick Wellman explained the sign they envision to install since they are in the preliminary planning stages and have not completed the design.

COMMISSIONER FRANKENHOFF MADE A MOTION TO RETURN TO REGULAR SESSION WHICH WAS SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HOLTHAUS. UNANIMOUS. PRESIDENT PHILPOT DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED.

New Federal Overtime Rules for Executive, Administrative and Professional Employees Update Information only- Executive Director Frericks reported Illinois Associated Park Districts held a Zoom meeting based on a new law that was signed by President Biden on April 24th, 2024 for salaried employees. Current minimum is $35,568 which will be mandatorily changed to $43,888 on July 1st of this year. And then January 1st, 2025 it changes to $58,656. This affects all salaried employees in the United States. Two employees will be affected at the July date. And January 1st six employees will be affected. We are preparing information to present to the Board at the planning session in August. In Plano, Texas there are approximately 400 companies pushing back but we have to be prepared to make these changes.

PUBLIC INPUT – None

ADJOURNMENT-

With no other business to discuss at 6:33 p.m., COMMISSIONER MCGLOTHLIN MADE A MOTION, SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER HICKMAN TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. UNANIMOUS. PRESIDENT PHILPOT DECLARED THE MOTION CARRIED. Meeting adjourned.

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