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Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of Novemb er 12, 198 7
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The regular monthly meeting of the Engl ewoo d Par ks an d Re crea t io n Commi s -
sion was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Chairman Poole at t he Englewood
Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse.
Members present: Bradshaw, Braucht, Gomes, Neyer, Poole , Vanderleest,
Wiggins, Hathaway (alternate), Kuh n, ex officio
Members absent: Higday, Hoyt
Also present: Jim Kavinsky, Parks Supt.
Chairman Poole asked if there were any additions or corrections to the
minutes of October 15, 1987. There were none. A motion was made an d seconded
that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed.
Commissioner Vanderleest entered the meeting at 5:37 p.m.
Commissioner Bradshaw introduced new youth Commission member, Robyn Van-
derleest, and alternate member, Russell Hathaway. They will serve on the Com-
mission until October 1, 1988 along with Donny Hoyt, who is not present at
this meeting .
Director Kuhn explained that the newly appointed golf manager, Don Al -
lard, was not present for introduction to the Commission due to a conflicting
meeting in North Jeffco.
Director Kuhn reviewed the proposed fee increases for recreation center
admissions, recreation programs, golf course fees and Detention Pond rental
fees. Kuhn stated that program fee surveys have been conducted of several
metro area Parks and Recreation Departments to establish a fee schedule for
Englewood that would be competitive and also fall within the economic bound-
aries of the Englewood area. He stated that an increase in recreation center
fees is not being recommended since the present admission fees are in a com-
petitive range. He stated, however, that program and league fee increases are
being recommended for 1988 in order to retain a fee schedule that is in line
with other area fees but that is cognizant of the economic structure of the
Englewood area.
Commissioner Neyer questioned the reliability of the information received
on the program fee surveys sent out. Director Kuhn explained that staff made
phone calls to the applicable agencies to clarify any questions that arose
from their survey responses.
Discussion includ ed the sufficiency of a 35% recovery rate for youth pro-
gram fees with relation to setting program fees, and distinguishing which pro-
gram expenses should be considered direct costs and indirect costs .
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With regard to golf course fee increases, Director Kuhn reported that
fourteen area courses were surveyed and he has learned from these surveys that
the present green fees at Englewood Golf Course are $1 -$2 under other cour-
ses in the area. Kuhn stated that a slight increase is being recommended in
tournament fees due to recommended increases in green fees, and most other
fees will otherwise remain the same. Commissioner Braucht asked what type of
course improvements are being considered for 1988. Kuhn stated that the #6
green should be reconstructed, the #7 fairway needs repair, the 1st landing on
#4 needs better definition, exterior painting is needed at the clubhouse, and
landscaping along the front of the course at Oxford needs consideration, etc.
Commissioner Braucht asked if the driving range lights project is still
under consideration. Director Kuhn stated that the Commission recommended
that the project be included with the construction of the mini golf course,
but that City Manager Mccown informed him that it should be a separate issue.
Kuhn stated he would look into the matter.
Parks Supt. Kavinsky reported that no fee increases are being recommended
for the Detention Pond facility rental or park shelter rentals.
Commissioner Bradshaw made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, that
the 1988 fees as proposed by staff for recreation center admission, recreation
programs, golf course, and Detention Pond rental be forwarded on to City Coun-
cil for approval. The motion passed.
This being the last meeting for Commissioners Bradshaw and Higday, Chair-
man Poole, the Commission and staff thanked them for the support they have
given to the Parks and Recreation Commission and the Department during their
terms on the Commission.
There was discussion regarding the organization of the Parks and Recre-
ation Commission Students of the Month program. The Commission agreed that
student pictures must be vertical shots for the wall display at the Recreation
Center, and the pictures will be taken by students of the school photography
class. Each Student of the Month will decide if they want an action shot or a
portrait shot. The Commission voted on two boys and two girls, for the months
of December and January. Results are as follows:
December -Sheli Mick and Andy Perkins;
January -Betty Jo Martinez and Matt Fout.
The Commission agreed that unless matters requiring immediate attention
occur, there will be no December Commission meeting.
Director Kuhn reported that the contract with Pro Scape, Inc. to con-
struct a 54 hole miniature golf course and 51 car parking lot at the Englewood
Golf Course will be presented to City Council next week for approval. Kuhn
stated that the City will receive 20% of the gross revenues from gate admis-
sion and 10% from the concession operation, however the contract is set up so
that the City initially will receive 15% of the gross gate admission revenue
instead of 20% to assist in construction costs of the 51 car parking lot to a
maximum amount of $12,700 for an estimated period of approximately 18 months.
Because of a water tap credit, Kuhn estimated that the cost for water and
sewer to the City will be under $10,000. It is hoped to have the course open
for business by Memorial Day of 1988.
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With regards to recreational activities for middle school age youth, Com-
missioner Vanderleest suggested that she and Commissioner Hoyt attend Student
Council meetings at Flood and Sinclair Middle Schools to get program ideas
from the students. She stated that a major interest has been expressed in an
area for skateboarding. Director Kuhn reported that, as a result of the town
hall meeting held at Sinclair Middle School last month, a basketball hoop in
the Recreation Center gym has been designated for youth play during open gym
times.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
Linda Wilks, Recording Secretary
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