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A board member moved to approve the minutes and another board member seconded. The city secretary polled the board and members present — Mary Frank, Mr. Vaughn, Miss Bainbridge, Miss Miles, Miss Caroline and Miss Dorey — answered \"yes.\" The board chair announced the motion passed; two members (Glenda Polter and Katrina Forrest) were absent for the meeting.

The nut graf: Routine minutes approval was completed by roll-call poll; no substantive discussion or amendments to the minutes were recorded.

The meeting transcript records the motion and second, the poll of named members and the chair’s confirmation that the motion passed. No amendments to the minutes were made and no further action was recorded on that agenda item.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","2025 01 27 Parks Board Meeting Video","oneSentenceSummary","Board members voted to approve the Oct. 21, 2024 Parks and Recreation Board minutes; the city secretary polled the board and the motion passed with all present voting yes.","taxTitle","Bellmead, McLennan County, Texas","taxId",73048,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6042252,"Bellmead plants first seven memorial trees under new parks memorial program",72,1263000,1335000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c&start=1263&end=1335","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c/thumbnail_1263000.jpg","/articles/6042252/Bellmead/McLennan-County/Texas/Bellmead-plants-first-seven-memorial-trees-under-new-parks-memorial-program","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6042252-33e2f40f8eb78e6628608d578ef49d6c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179555&Signature=Bdz-po2mJJRo12LbQ6XTv0DbV91-vlEAVolYaeMwsscQ6NMVg85NDh4KYNzQCihZaQYJHxH1tR7FgpctYPl83UMEAOLtOGYuxVv1KsYiq7WQQIgZTFduMo9Ow~fYO5l5RmPYWsM4Tm1yRdfxH6E1U2a1vAOSiGDaYpTUgBaxXsPP4yjhOLZQ0MGPLG3sEbJxKxParbJppDoj7Edz-f3lcL9psu8PMFt8Ga4BdTWw6gQ96nbb1p7bQmMPVqQI0Kq41OCOwGrMkg7YL~A5L2Fg6xnR2sYqdRDLe0283X5qVwXnv6AMZ~bC3NSFDvbNeC78CZK9aJfzwRpuu3GHQ505lw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Bellmead’s new parks memorial program has taken shape: Parks and Recreation staff reported that seven live oak trees were planted during the first two weeks of December 2024 as part of the initiative.

Corey, Parks and Recreation staff, told the board six of the trees were planted at Lions Park and the Civic Center grounds and one at Dvorsky Park. The program allows donors to memorialize loved ones through trees, benches or rose bushes; staff said the initial trees were funded by donations made in lieu of flowers to honor \"Jo Bass Campbell,\" described in the packet as the person being commemorated.

The nut graf: The program combines public memorials with urban forestry goals; staff described measures taken to support tree establishment and said a formal dedication ceremony is being scheduled.

Staff described the planting protocol: trees were planted with root stimulator, mulched in a circle, braced against wind and are being watered biweekly. Parks staff reported donor-funded metal memorial markers will accompany each tree to note the dedication and donors. Staff said they are coordinating a ceremony for the Campbell family and donors, to be scheduled either in spring or in November (staff noted November would be near the honoree’s birthday).

Board members asked about an existing marker at the Dvorsky Park site; staff said the marker predated the new tree and explained the new tree was planted near that existing marker. One member noted the previous tree at that location had died and been removed.

Staff said the parks memorial program materials in the meeting packet list options (tree, rose bush, bench) and that the city will continue to accept memorial donations for future installations. No costs per memorial were presented at the meeting; staff referred attendees to the packet for program options.","Parks staff said seven live oak trees were planted in December 2024 as the first elements of a new parks memorial program funded by donor contributions honoring Jo Bass Campbell; markers and care plans were described.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6042257,"LaVega Baseball and Softball Association won’t renew Lions Park agreement; city cites contract violations",117,643000,760000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c&start=643&end=760","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c/thumbnail_643000.jpg","/articles/6042257/Bellmead/McLennan-County/Texas/LaVega-Baseball-and-Softball-Association-wont-renew-Lions-Park-agreement-city-cites-contract-violations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6042257-7746f8f51fbf7c9252b449ba48254dc2/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179555&Signature=kf0xRadH44YqMOhNCwXivq8lXV7x5se3XPicFRZPLA9tfTKGnYJDbDo6p2ZWMFnQlhNw~CJdBMwSAZZfRS-KYnNhY7Fa6OvpQwUB1y-qMc4-ocD-DGpRbG46IToPkGrxrryb6x2PBI6Y7eGdRFznWva7KC1vtNt0TXD3~zjT~D6CkRs5t3qJiTfZhZlJ6rP9B1sypqMJTZRRRS~8dnKpiJmr76a5qh1mc8McvsF5bNY5Ob0v929SyFQKMluCDY3KSUmolbZEvDo0FAw4IpEqfmh9L70WPYTz20UFW4hdonVmf4FAkTXnuzckgz2951KF~shv01et0zwH~PldVP25Rg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The LaVega Baseball and Softball Association (LVBSA) notified Bellmead staff it would not renew its Lions Park use agreement for 2025 and has vacated the facility, city Parks and Recreation staff told the board.

Corey, Parks and Recreation staff, said he received formal notice on Jan. 6, 2025, that LVBSA would not renew after staff provided a draft agreement on Nov. 15, 2024, and followed with discussions in December. Corey told the board LVBSA removed property, locks were replaced, and park staff began cleanup and winter overseeding to prepare fields for future use.

The nut graf: Staff reported several alleged violations of the Lions Park use agreement that contributed to the non‑renewal and are now prompting the city to seek new users or alternative programming for the park.

Corey identified specific issues staff say occurred during LVBSA’s transition and during the 2024 season: dismantling of a batting cage and removal of netting and turf (staff said such improvements remain city property under section 6 of the agreement); repeated failure to manage litter and grounds maintenance and parking on grass (alleged violations of section 7); unauthorized signage (section 6); at least one instance of field lights used outside authorized purposes (section 5); and hosting a third‑party vendor without permission (section 14, which staff said prohibits subletting). Corey said some violations were documented in photographs provided to the board.

Board members asked whether LaVega Little League will play this season; Corey said the league is still taking registrations and has found alternative facilities but the city does not know final arrangements. Corey said the city has fees in place to rent the fields and is contacting tournament organizers and leagues to assess priorities and readiness for rental or tournament use.

The city described the nonrenewal as an operational change; no formal disciplinary action or litigation was announced. Staff said they will provide updates to the board as they gather feedback and explore new opportunities for Lions Park. The board discussed the desire to facilitate a return if a group will comply with the use agreement terms.

Actions tied to the use agreement (for example, formal termination clauses or any enforcement remedies) were not cited at the meeting; staff presented the nonrenewal and subsequent maintenance steps as administrative matters for follow-up.","City staff said LaVega Baseball and Softball Association (LVBSA) declined to renew its 2024 use agreement for Lions Park and removed equipment; staff cited multiple alleged violations of the use agreement and said the city is seeking alternative uses.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6042260,"Bellmead will not hold 2025 Burgers and Brews Festival after low turnout, cost review",100,190000,290000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c&start=190&end=290","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/3686072-e05832a45461cbb25a08f42de782b74c/thumbnail_190000.jpg","/articles/6042260/Bellmead/McLennan-County/Texas/Bellmead-will-not-hold-2025-Burgers-and-Brews-Festival-after-low-turnout-cost-review","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6042260-124e67076e60567d4ca78f5b4e45aa48/orig.mp4?Expires=1771179555&Signature=JnDbvU83s75S8rsLJr2T8DP~9YZECJCirYU05x8EV~Sq6Q36QLB0txyejxTmGtFZmWkNrk03qojagRGHp5H7s83ewZ93X3UzhZ~lAFwafF-oIHHtaQHgxbnG9IoPuXauE97r-mCcaMKC50zEMtOsueHcgSEhi0FazLEm1nZmUcM1~AzGvs9uJ2Pm4OkmItGhUQpi1BUzD8BDuLOVj4iUMJH9tdprUX85JdGPPh4hv72405OqFsQT0uBuRkZzUut~IOpKLEagkAcMqXLy34-QWFCPDOqYmBOLFAVJo10r0dJKi3oW-wgR2RJGW71F-buzMVyGEZLce2tYHW43nITigQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","City staff announced the Bellmead Burgers and Brews Festival will not be held in 2025 after a departmental review found attendance and costs did not justify continuing the event.

Corey, Parks and Recreation staff, told the board the festival — held annually for four years — drew much smaller crowds than expected in 2024 and required staff time and city funds that were out of proportion to the turnout. \"The city has made the difficult decision to discontinue,\" Corey said.

The nut graf: The city framed the cancellation as a fiscal and operational decision after comparing 2024 and 2023 results and consulting vendors and departments; staff said they will reassess how to use resources for future community engagement.

Staff said the 2024 event at the Civic Center ran from about 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. and that turnout was ‘‘approximately 50–200 individuals’’ (as reported in the meeting packet). In 2024 the city recorded roughly 12 staff hours contributed by multiple departments for setup, facilitation and tear-down and reported it incurred \"over $8,000\" in costs. Staff noted 2023 costs had exceeded $30,000 when the event lasted until about 9 p.m., and the city reduced scale, hours and layout for 2024 in response.

Vendor feedback was mixed, staff said: beer vendors were easiest to recruit but told organizers they expected greater sales. Board members suggested options such as changing the festival location or trying a different event format to draw more traffic; one board member called the cancellation \"a temporary setback.\" Corey said the decision is for 2025 and described it as \"indefinite\" (staff will re-evaluate whether to revive the event in a different form or location).

The city did not present a specific financial threshold or attendance target that would guarantee reinstatement, and staff said any future festival idea would be brought back for evaluation. No formal board vote on the festival's cancellation was recorded in the meeting minutes; the decision was presented as an administrative choice by city staff.

Staff said they appreciate volunteers and vendors who supported the festival over the years and are open to exploring alternative events to better engage residents going forward.","City staff announced the indefinite cancellation of the Bellmead Burgers and Brews Festival for 2025 after an internal review found modest attendance and costs that staff said did not justify continuing the event in its current form.","actionData","errors"]

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