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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-05-14 PRC MINUTES> • • • Englewood Parks and Recreation Com mission Minutes of May 14, 1987 The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commis- sion was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman Poole at the Englewood Munici pa l Golf Course Clubhouse. Members present: Braucht, Bradshaw, Gomes, Neyer, Pillow, Poole, Weber, Kuhn, ex officio Members absent: Higday Also present: Doug Foe, Recreation Supt. Jim Kavinsky, Parks Supt. Ed Garland, Parks Supervisor Pat Stephens, Parks & Rec. Clerical Tech. Chairman Poole asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of April 9, 1987. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed. Chairman Poole introduced Joanne Braucht to the Commission. Joanne is replacing Robert Schroeder on the Commission . Commissioner Weber entered the meeting at 5:35 p.m. Pat Stephens was introduced to the Commission. Pat is a new member of the Parks and Recreation staff at City Hall and is present to observe the pro- cedures of the Commission. Parks Supt. Kavinsky reviewed the results of his recent survey of metro area park districts regarding park user fees for day care centers. Kavinsky stated that out of 23 surveys mailed, there were 15 responses, four of which indicated they charge day care centers for park use. Discussion included the lack of manpower to enforce the permit system, notifying all Denver area day care centers of the new permit system, damage and littering being done to En- glewood parks by some day care centers, the permit system being advantageous in that there is advance notice of large groups visiting the parks and there- fore maintenance schedules can be modified if necessary, and suggestions for fee schedules that could be implemented. There was also discussion concerning the need for a City ordinance in order to enforce the permit system. Commissioner Gomes made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Neyer, that effective June 1, 1987, all commercial day care centers and organizations using Englewood parks be charged a flat seasonal fee of $200.00, and that sticker s be issued and placed by the day care center in the rear window of their company vehicle to facilitate park staff in enforcing the policy. This motion excludes state licensed day care moms who are limited to a small number of children. The motion passed . - 1 - • • • Parks Supt. Kavinsky reviewed a memo which was included in the Commis- sioner's packets regarding the unacceptable condition of the turfgrass at the Detention Pond which was caused by contract work being done on the Little Dry Creek project. He stated that arrangements have been made with the contractor to reimburse the City for any damage to turf and sprinkler system. Kavinsky stated that most repairs have been made and he expects that conditions will be back to normal soon. Parks Supt. Kavinsky reported that replacement planting of trees along the Englewood Parkway and along Broadway in the downtown development area will be completed by May 20. He stated that it was necessary to replace 16 trees on the parkway and 2 on Broadway, most of which were Oak trees, at a replace- ment cost of $300-$350 each. Director Kuhn stated that there are two possible factors which may have contributed to the loss of these trees. It is possible that the root balls were severely dried out when they were transported last Fall. He stated that Oak trees are difficult to start in this part of the country. Parks Supt. Kavinsky reported that numerous complaints have been received regarding poor drainage in the alley between Cherokee and Bannock along the Southwest Greenbelt. He stated that a "lake" develops as a result of rain and snow conditions. Kavinsky stated that repairs are now being made to correct this problem and will cost approximately $6,000. Director Kuhn stated that he feels this problem falls in the jurisdiction of the Public Works Department and is working with them for possible reimbursement to the Parks Department . Commissioner Bradshaw left the meeting at 6:50 p.m. Director Kuhn reported that the Englewood High School tennis courts are cracking as a result of lateral movement of the ground in that area. Kuhn stated that he has asked the Engineering Department to do some core samples to determine what type of base is beneath the courts surface. Kuhn stated that court surface repairs would involve a slip sheet method which is two layers of fiberglass, a coat of slurry seals, squeegee material, and color coating. He stated that bids are now being received. Kuhn stated that he has discussed with Jim Phillipe, Property Services Manager for Englewood Schools, the pos- sibility of the School District paying 50% of this expense. Phillipe said this expense would have to be approved by the School Board. Kuhn stated it may be necessary to proceed with basic repairs this Fall and complete the project in the Spring of 1988. Kuhn stated that the tennis court nets have recently been replaced. Commissioner Neyer stated that he attended a parent advisory team meeting at Sinclair Middle School wherein they discussed the need for a teen center. Recreation Supt. Foe stated that it was learned from past experience that the kids do not like to return to school in the evening for an activity but would r ather go to another location. Commissioner Weber suggested that Flood and Sinclair Middle Schools have a dance at the Englewood High School Commons, which would be on "mutual ground''. After some discussion, it was suggested that the parent advisory team meet with recreation staff and work out a pro- gram for the middle school age youth . - 2 - • • • Commissioner Gomes inquired about the status of the purchase of the land west of Cushing Park. Director Kuhn reported that the City purchased the land and the closing is scheduled to take place soon. It will most likely be de- veloped into open space and picnic facilities with a future bike path along Little Dry Creek. Commissioner Gomes expressed appreciation on behalf of Gary Price, Prin- cipal at Englewood High School, and the students to the Parks and Recreation Department and City Council for use of the recreation center for the After Prom Party. Commissioner Weber reported that the Englewood Student Council voted to support the athlete of the month program at the Englewood Recreation Center. Student Council will appoint a committee to purchase a frame and provide a new picture each month. Weber stated he will be meeting with the School/City Com- mittee to present the concept of the athlete of the month program. Director Kuhn reported that there will be no concessionaire at the ball- fields this summer. He stated that in past years, there has been a problem with finding a reliable concessionaire and the City has realized no revenue in the last two years when concessions were operational. He stated that the Belleview Park concession stand is in very poor condition and may be removed this Fall or converted to ballfield equipment storage. Parks Supt. Kavinsky stated that they are discussing the possibility of having pop vending machines with a protective cover and a vandal-proof cage to replace the concession stands . Chairman Poole asked about the "run rule" that now applies to the Engle- wood Softball League stating he has heard from several players who are dis- satisfied with the new ruling. Recreation Supt. Foe stated he will check into this matter and report back to the Commission at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. Linda Wilks, Recording Secretary - 3 -