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PAHRUMP OHV PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE DRAFT MINUTES May 20, 2021 Pursuant to NRS, a meeting of the Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee was held on May 20, 2021 at 5:00pm at the Bob Ruud Community Center. 1. Pledge of Allegiance and Call to Order The pledge was recited, and the meeting was called to order at 5:00pm. 2. Roll Call Mark Broedling, Brad Harris, Jimmy Lewis, Jon Mazlo, Erica Muxlow, Doug Powell, Dal Shemp, and Jimmy Tyler. Also, present: Deb Strickland 3. Approval of the Agenda for May 20, 2021. Jimmy Lewis proposed to approve the agenda for today. There was no opposition. 4. GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENT (Three-minute time limit per person.) Action will not be taken on the matters considered during this period until specifically included on an agenda as an action item (first). There was no public comment. 5. For Possible Action – Discussion and deliberation of minutes of the Pahrump OHV Park Advisory Committee meeting of March 11, 2021. Two corrections are necessary for the March 11th meeting minutes: The meeting was held at the Commissioner Chambers instead of the Bob Ruud Community Center. The South Point Hotel provided the wood chips and organic materials. Mark Broedling motioned to approve minutes with the modifications. Dal Shemp seconded. 6. Announcements (first) There were no announcements. 7. Committee Comments. (This item limited to announcements or topics/issues proposed for future workshops/agendas) Dal Shemp is concerned about scheduling access to county equipment because the county will be very busy with workers on overtime starting next month. The equipment must be serviced in addition to being used. Jimmy Lewis stated that the priorities include a perimeter trail and sound barrier. As we do this, we will learn more about the soils. Jimmy Lewis proposed that we get a list of each activity, a breakdown of what type of equipment should be used to accomplish the goal, ---PAGE BREAK--- PAHRUMP OHV PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE DRAFT MINUTES May 20, 2021 how long it will take, and the associated cost. He is concerned that we make sure to utilize the funds we have been allocated. Dal Shemp confirmed that county equipment will be used to build the perimeter trail and sound barrier. The plan is to follow the natural terrain, and this can impact the selection of the equipment. Dal explained that a scraper would be the best tool for the job because a 966 would only allow us to move one bucket of dirt at a time. Deb confirmed that there are no scrapers available for rent but will reach out to Brian Wolfenstein for a possible rental or donation. Additionally, Deb mentioned that a water truck can be transported, used on the weekends, and then returned. Erica Muxlow asked if we can obtain a project plan from the county to assist with planning and scheduling. Deb Strickland offered to work with Asst Dir Bowling on the project plan, getting the water meter set up. 8. Presentation – Current status and Environmental Assessment update. The Environmental Assessment will be available next week, although it was previously expected at the end of July. Deb Strickland will send the fairgrounds diagram to the Secretary. 9. For Possible Action – Discussion and deliberation regarding Dirt Mixing. Dal Shemp reported that we have got good dirt: The manure and dirt mixed should be excellent. Deb stated that we paused the delivery of the organic matter due to concerns about spontaneous combustion. However, once we resume delivery, Dal advised that we need to coordinate the delivery and dirt mixing for the sake of efficiency. Specifically, putting the organic matter next to the dirt will cut the work time in half. During a 10hr workday, moving one bucket at a time to bury the organic material at a great distance becomes undoable. We likely have 10-15 loads per delivery. Dal advised that we need a screen to sift the rocks and that an ideal screen may be available in Tonopah. Deb will find out where the screen is and how to get it. Jon Mazlo suggested that we may be able to reach out to Ahern to ask for additional donations. 10. For Possible Action – Discussion and deliberation regarding Public Outreach, Information, Press, and Volunteer Recruitment. Regarding our approach for public outreach including social media and recruiting for volunteers. Jimmy Lewis noted that we have been telling people about the park and people are excited, but we have not had any further participation. We have had one article in the Pahrump Times newspaper and should announce the Groundbreaking and leverage social media. To do this effectively, we need someone to oversee social media to raise awareness and get involvement. Erica Muxlow motioned to create a public outreach subcommittee. Jon Mazlo seconded. ---PAGE BREAK--- PAHRUMP OHV PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE DRAFT MINUTES May 20, 2021 Deb Strickland recommended that we connect with Arnold the primary contact for social media, and sent an email introduction. Mark Broedling suggested that we post OHV Committee announcements on the Nye County JumboTron. Jimmy Lewis suggested that we consider 4x4 clubs, UTV clubs, etc. and build a list of the groups where we want to advertise. 11. For Possible Action – Discussion and deliberation regarding the presentation to the Nevada OHV commission and the current status along with the future funding of the project. Jimmy reached out to the commission members to let them know what we are doing and the current status. They want to see evidence of spending our allocated budget. The OHV is a training ground for sending people out to the BLM. When we decide our fee structure, we should consider how we can help encourage people to get OHV stickers. We could help people get the OHV sticker, or out-of-state sticker on site. Partner with the sheriffs to educate about OHV on-site John Mazlo asked if we can get fencing estimates. Jimmy recalled that there is an estimate for fencing in the original documentation provided by Bob. Deb advised that the fence should not be in the first phase of the project. Deb offered to connect the OHV Committee with the grant administrator, Samantha Kramer to help everyone understand how the grants work and consider additional grants that we may qualify for, such as RTP (Recreational Trails Program) and NOHVCC ( National Off Highway Vehicle Conservation Council). 12. General Public Comment (second). There was no public comment. 13. Announcements (second). We are waiting for the water for the fairgrounds. CPDG grant for the sewage treatment for the fairgrounds. Timesheets are due. 14. ADJOURN The meeting was adjourned. APPROVED this 2021 Chair