Health & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes - 11.18.2025 - FINALHEALTH AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025 HYBRID FORMAT IN PERSON AT AVON TOWN HALL AND VIA ZOOM
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1. ROLL CALL Present- Committee Members: Committee Chair Nancy Tashman, Vice-Chair Lisa Post, Amy Phillips, Pat Nolan, Derek George and Kathy Ryan Staff: Recreation Director Michael Labagh, Recreation Services Superintendent Jerrica Miller, Planning Manager Jena Skinner Town Council: Councilor Kevin Hyatt Guest: Sarah McLaurin, University of Colorado Denver, Masters of Urban & Regional Planning (MURP) Capstone Student Absent- Committee Members: Sonia Martinez and Courtney Walters Rawson Town Council: Councilor Ruth Stanley Committee Chair Nancy Tashman opened the meeting at 12:01 p.m. 2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Committee Chair Nancy Tashman made a request for a motion to approve the agenda. Committee Member Amy Phillips moved to approve the agenda and Committee Vice Chair Lisa Post seconded the motion. Committee Chair Nancy Tashman declared the agenda approved. 3. APPROVAL OF THE SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 MEETING MINUTES Committee Chair Nancy Tashman made a request for a motion to approve the minutes of the September 9, 2025 meeting. Amy Phillips moved to approve the meeting minutes, Pat Nolan seconded the motion and Committee Chair Nancy Tashman declared the minutes approved. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS None 5. BUSINESS ITEMS 5.1 Harry A. Nottingham Park Plan Update Recreation Director provided background on the effort to update the Harry A. Nottingham Park Plan. He then introduced University of Colorado, Masters of Urban & Regional Planning student, Sarah McLaurin to the committee. Sarah provided the committee with a presentation summarizing the updates that were made to the Harry A. Nottingham Park Plan. She confirmed that all updates were made while collaborating with Town staff in the Community Development, Recreation and General Government Departments. Sarah finished her presentation and requested comments, suggestions and questions from the committee. The committee commented/inquired:
• Committee member Kathy Ryan expressed concern over the proposed relocation of the Metcalf Cabin.
• Vice-Chair Lisa Post inquired about who was responsible for this document and expressed concern about why this document has not been updated in so long.
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• Committee member Amy Phillips provided an example of a “lesson learned” when the Fitness Court was constructed in the park without proper approval. She reiterated that a process needs to be maintained so Staff cannot deviate from the approved plan. Amy shared that she feels the responsibility of this plan should fall under the General Government Department.
• Committee member Amy Phillips shared that the narrative format of the plan makes this a digestible document, and all other Town parks need to relate to Nottingham Park. Planning Manager Jena Skinner provided additional information regarding the plan update process, confirming that what has been presented is a preliminary draft and the committee will have another opportunity for review. Jena confirmed that multiple Town departments will be involved with updating and maintaining the park plan document. She also spoke to a larger master plan effort to incorporate the Town’s other parks and open space. The committee provided additional feedback:
• Vice-Chair Lisa Post commented that the maps and graphics are more simple and easier to follow.
• Committee member Kathy Ryan feels that the lake itself should be considered its own subarea.
• Committee member Amy Phillips commented that the intention to move the Metcalf Cabin to a more prominent location in Nottingham Park would allow the Town to highlight its history more. Moving the cabin will allow for the addition of a second green room which will support improved musical show operations.
• Committee member Amy Phillips expressed that the lake should be part of Subarea 1 and shared that it should be split into two sections since there is a lot of activity in that zone.
• Committee member Amy Phillips requested that the updated park plan be written with more certainty as it is finalized; include more visionary and direct language.
• Committee member Kathy Ryan expressed concern regarding the removal of the Fitness Court since she sees people using it consistently.
• Vice-Chair Lisa Post asked who will be taking this project over since Sarah will no longer be making plan updates. Lisa also expressed the importance of obtaining all the draft documents, images, graphics, etc. to ensure a smooth transition. Recreation Director Michael Labagh provided additional information about how the Town’s Capital Improvements Plan is created and approved. He mentioned that the removal of the Fitness Court will occur when the Town is ready to construct a larger picnic shelter to replace it. He assured Committee member Kathy Ryan that Staff have reviewed alternative locations for the Fitness Court but have not been successful finding a suitable section of the park. Recreation Director Labagh confirmed that the Community Development, Public Works, Recreation and General Government Departments will be working together to finish updating the plan in 2026. Planning Manager Jena Skinner thanked the committee for their engagement and asked that any additional comments, questions or concerns can be sent directly to her or Recreation Director Michael Labagh. 5.2 Health and Recreation Committee Update Recreation Director Labagh provided the proposed 2026 Health and Recreation Committee schedule for approval. He shared the committee meetings will continue a similar schedule on the third Tuesday, every other month. Several committee members’ terms will expire in March 2026, and Recreation Director Labagh confirmed that there will be five seats available during the committee recruitment process. The committee approved the proposed
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Health and Recreation meeting schedule for 2026. 5.3 Recreation Department Update Recreation Director Michael Labagh provided a brief presentation reviewing Fall facility maintenance projects, Black Friday Seasonal Membership Sale, Avon Turkey Trot Race, Eaglebend Pocket Park construction and anticipated Recreation Center refurbishment and expansion projects. The committee commented/inquired:
• Committee member Amy Phillips confirmed that the construction fencing at Eaglebend Pocket Park was intact but that further adjustments were necessary for snow storage/removal. Amy also asked if the new picnic shelter at the park will be available to reserve.
• Committee member Kathy Ryan asked for more information about the issue of adding a portable toilet in Eaglebend Park. She inquired if the same screening could be added to the portable toilets by the fishing pier in Nottingham Park. Kathy also voiced her opposition to adding a restroom facility to the north parking lot area in Nottingham Park off West Beaver Creek Boulevard.
• Committee member Amy Phillips asked how long the pool area would be closed and if we are considering reducing admission rates.
• Committee member Kathy Ryan asked if we would be able to host competitions after the construction.
• Committee member Derek George inquired how insulating the water slide would work, since it is being proposed to be partially outside of the building. He also asked if the Town has ever considered adding a cold plunge as an amenity for guests. Recreation Director Michael Labagh provided clarification that the portable toilet and screening would not be included in the final construction at Eaglebend Park due to neighborhood concerns. He shared that the picnic shelter in Eaglebend Park will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Town staff plan to check in with the Eaglebend neighborhood after the first full summer operation of the redeveloped park to determine if any adjustments are needed. Recreation Director Labagh confirmed the pool area will be closed April - November 2026. He informed the committee that reducing rates are an option, but he is trying to partner with other aquatics facilities to ensure Avon residents have access to pools during the refurbishment project. Director Labagh reiterated that the pool shells themselves would not be changing. Although the addition of gutters to the Lap Pool is welcomed to improve water quality and bather experience, it will maintain 5 swimming lanes with a diving well. Michael Labagh provided additional information regarding insulation and design factors for the water slide. He also expressed concern about adding a cold plunge in the facility due to the high-risk nature of the amenity. 6. OTHER BUSINESS AND COMMITTEE MEMBER COMMENTS No other business or committee member comments were received. 7. ADJOURNMENT Committee Chair Nancy Tashman asked if there was a motion to adjourn the meeting. Committee Vice Chair Lisa Post motioned to adjourn the meeting. Committee Member Amy Phillips seconded the motion. The meeting adjourned at 1:37 p.m. on November 18, 2025. Respectfully submitted by, Michael Labagh Recreation Director