Board Advisory Councils & Citizen Committees

Citizens provide valuable input on Metro Parks Tacoma programs and facilities. They assess community needs and desires on such topics as policies, budgets, programming, operations and future needs, and then make recommendations to staff members and the Board of Park Commissioners.



Board Advisory Councils
Board Advisory Council members, appointed by the Board of Park Commissioners, may serve up to two consecutive three-year terms. Advisory Council Application Form. Opportunities for volunteers interested in our Advisory Councils include:

Active Lifestyles & Community Wellness Advisory Council: will address adult sports and fitness, swimming and aquatic programs, youth programming, specialized recreation and other programs, facilities and services in the Metro Parks Tacoma inventory which promote active lifestyles and community wellness.
This group is currently looking for new members. View flyer
Members:
Chair:
Meeting Time/Frequency:
Location: Metro Parks' headquarters (4702 S 19th St.), main conference room
Board Liaison: Aaron Pointer, (253) 761-0490
Department Director: Shon Sylvia, (253) 305-1072
Staff Liaison: Jose Gorospe, (253) 312-9254
Agenda - Established Sept. 2009
Minutes
Work Plan -
Business & Responsive Agency Advisory Council: will address business planning, financial sustainability, revenue development and quality assurance activities of the organization.
This group is currently looking for new members.
Members: Scott Bauer, Matt Dmytryszyn, Artis Grant Jr., Russ Heaton, Peter Kram, Alex Martinac, Heather Moss, Jay Stewart
Chair: Peter Kram
Meeting Time/Frequency: 1st Thursday, 7:30-9 am
Location: Metro Parks' headquarters (4702 S 19th St.), main conference room (location could vary depending on topic)
Board Liaison: Erik Hanberg, (253) 305-1091
Department Director: Wayne Williams, (253) 305-1065
Staff Liaison: Brett Freshwaters, (253) 305-1081
AgendaJuly 8, 2010
MinutesApril 8, 2010; March 4, 2010; February 4, 2010; January 7, 2010
• Work Plan - 2010

Culture & Heritage Advisory Council: will address historic preservation, special events, arts programming, and other programs, facilities and services in the Metro Parks Tacoma inventory which celebrate our heritage, culture, and community living.
This group is currently looking for new members.
Members: Phil Chang, Jerry Ramsey, Jennifer Weddermann-Hay, Susan Johnson
Chair:
Meeting Time/Frequency:  1st Thursday, 5:30-7 pm
Location: Metro Parks' headquarters (4702 S 19th St.), planning conference room (1st floor)
Board Liaison: Tim Reid, (253) 565-7854
Department Director: Shon Sylvia, (253) 305-1072
Staff Liaison: Tareena Joubert, (253) 305-1073
Agenda - 07/08/10
Minutes06/15/10
Work Plan -
Nature & Environment Advisory Council: will address environmental education, marine and shoreline issues, open space, garden management and our neighborhood, community and regional parks in the Metro Parks Tacoma inventory which foster an appreciation of our natural world and role as environmental stewards.
This group is currently looking for new members. View flyer
Members: Jeff Barney, Bill Combs, Su Dowie, Scott Hansen, Terry Larson, Michael Marchetti, Mike McLeod, Leanna Schwartz, Theresa Turpin
Chair: Terry Larson
Meeting Time/Frequency: 2nd Thursday of each month, 5:30 pm
Location: Boy Scouts of America Break-out Room, 4802 S 19th St.
Board Liaison: Krystal Kyer, (253) 232-9978
Department Director: Steve Knauer, (253) 305-1051 
Staff Liaison: Scott Knox, (253) 594-7803
Agenda - June 10, 2010
Minutes - May 13, 2010; March 11, 2010; February 11, 2010; January 14, 2010
• Work PlanMission Led Comprehensive Plan Powerpoint (03/11/10) / Expertise Matrix / Work Plan Discussion Paper (06/10/10)

Citizen Committees
Meadow Park Golf Stewards: Advise on the development, continuation and promotion of golf course activities. Appraise existing and future needs for programs, facilities and services, and recommend plans to meet the needs.
Members: Jean Achiziger, Peter Bailey, Doug Baldwin, Tony Bubenas, Carol Echert, Dick Ferguson, Pat Freeberg, Eric Miltner
Chair: Peter Bailey
Meeting Time/Frequency: 3rd Tuesday every other month, 3 p.m.
Location: Meadow Park Golf Course (7108 Lakewood Dr. W)
Staff Contact: Chris Goodman, 253.591.5329, chrisg@tacomaparks.com

Northwest Youth Sports Alliance (NYSA) Advisory Board: Advise and support the organized, scheduled activities of the sports and aquatic program by identifying community needs and resources. Aid in a city-wide design to meet program outcomes. Facilitate venues that support the program.
Members: Frank Carroll, Jasmyn Jefferson, Kevin Kalal, Jennifer Kubista, Steven Liptrap, Dr. Greg Plancich, Dave Portalski, Joe Svoboda, Tim Waer
Chair: Kevin Kalal
Meeting Time/Frequency: 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. (note: no meeting in August)
Location: Metro Parks' headquarters (4702 S 19th St.), recreation conference room
Staff Contact: Colby Wilson, 253.305.1074 & Jim Biles, 253.305.1038

Last Updated: Jul 2, 2010 4:16 PM