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Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of April 13, 1989
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation
Commission was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Englewood
Public Library Conference Room.
Members present: Armstrong, Braucht, Clayton, Gomes, Hathaway, Kozacek,
Neyer, Ramelow, Wiggins, Winkle, ex officio
Members absent: None
Also present: Kells Waggoner, Director of Public Works
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the
minutes of March 9, 1989. There were none. A motion was made and seconded
that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Gomes reported that the Malley Center Trust Fund Committee
term of Evelyn Boom will expire on April 20, 1989, and that the Trust Fund
Committee is recommending to the Commission that Evelyn be reappointed for
another term of three years. Discussion ensued regarding Council's practice
to advertise to fill board and commission vacancies, and Commission agreed
that future vacancies on this committee will be filled in a similar manner .
Commissioner Kozacek then made a motion, seconded by Youth Commissioner
Hathaway, that Evelyn Boom be reappointed for a three year term on the Malley
Center Trust Fund Committee . The motion passed with one abstention from
Commissioner Braucht, who entered the meeting at 5:35 p .m.
Director Winkle reviewed staff's report, included in the Commission's
packets, regarding a Before and After School Program. Winkle also passed out
for discussion an addendum to the report . Winkle explained direct and
indirect costs, and payment by the City in the event of damage to School
District VCR equipment. Winkle stated that until such time that the School
District establishes their expenditures for the Before and After School
Program, an accurate participant fee cannot be determined. She stated that
the process of developing this program between the City and School District
will be continuing over a period of time to ensure not only an accurate cost
prediction but also a worthwhile program in all respects . Winkle stated that
matters such as resident/non-resident fees and providing transportation have
not yet been addressed. There was some discussion regarding the possibility
of expanding the program to other Englewood elementary schools if the pilot
program at Charles Hay Elementary is deemed successful.
Chairman Neyer introduced Director of Public Works, Kells Waggoner, to
the Commission. Director Waggoner will be attending all future Commission
meetings as representative of the Parks Division.
Director Winkle reported that due to repairs being made at Maddox and
Charles Hay Elementary Schools during the Summer, it is necessary to
restructure the Playground Program. There will be three locations for the
Playground Program instead of the usual five. Winkle reviewed a handout
concerning the restructuring of the program and called attention to a newly
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proposed program for the 1989 season at the Clayton site which is an extended
program particularly designed for children of working parents wherein the
hours of operation will include the early morning hours as well as late
afternoon hours. Winkle reported that a change in the registration process
for the Playground Program is also being proposed wherein weekly registration
will be accepted in the hopes that it will be easier for families to avail
themselves of the program. Winkle stated that 53% of direct costs would be
recovered from the 1989 Playground Program . Commissioner Kozacek asked for
information with regard to a subsidy program for families that are unable to
meet the fee requirements for programs offered by our Recreation Department.
Discussion ensued. Youth Commissioner Hathaway made a motion, 2nd by
Commissioner Gomes, to forward staff's proposal for restructuring the
Playground Program for 1989 to City Council for approval. The motion passed
unanimously.
With regard to the proposed Oxford Avenue Park, Director Waggoner
reported that Urban Edges is prepared to begin raising funds to construct the
park, which will be located on the North side of Oxford Avenue and West of the
South Platte River. Waggoner stated that Urban Edges has asked the City to
enter into an agreement with the Corps of Engineers in which the Corps would
reimburse the City for 1/2 the cost o.f the park installation. The estimated
total cost of constructing the park is $175,600. Waggoner reviewed a proposed
agreement with the Corps of Engineers, copies of which were included in the
Commission's packets. Waggoner made reference to several areas of concern in
the agreement that he will discuss at a meeting on April 21, with Bob Searns
of Urban Edges and the Corps of Engineers. Commissioner Clayton suggested
that Englewood donate the land for this park project, South Suburban build the
park, and Sheridan .maintain the park since it is located in Sheridan.
Director Waggoner stated he will pass the suggestion on to Bob Searns.
Following further discussion, Youth Commissioner Hathaway made a motion, 2nd
by Commissioner Armstrong, that the Commission is in favor of the Oxford Park
project in the event that funds are provided by South Suburban Park Foundation
and a reasonable contract from the Corps of Engineers is obtained. The motion
passed unanimously.
Director Waggoner reported that he met with the Health Department and
obtained information concerning a ground water monitoring program that will be
run at the Englewood Golf Course. He stated that installation of 3 to 6 wells
will be made on the East side of the South Platte River between the
maintenance path and the Greenway bike path, and another well on the East side
of the golf course. The testing will take place in the near future with
results to follow within a few weeks. Waggoner stated he will keep the
Commission informed of the testing process and results.
Director Waggoner informed the Commission that he received notice from
the Colorado Board of Parks and Outdoor Recreation that due to a shortage in
trail funds, the City's application has been turned down.
Director Winkle reported that City Council has reviewed the Commission's
recommendation regarding emplpyee golf privileges. She stated that once
Council's concerns have been addressed, a report will be made back to the
Commission.
Director Winkle reported that she is waiting to hear from Englewood High
School Coach Jack Carson so that it can be determined whether or not it would
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be feasible to use the Englewood Golf Course for a Windjammer cross country
meet in the Fall .
Director Winkle informed the Commission that a contribution to the Malley
Center Trust Fund by Elsie Malley seems imminent. The estimated $70,000
contribution would be contingent upon its use for the purchase of property for
use by Malley Center. There was some discussion concerning uses of the
property.
Commissioner Kozacek, because of comments he received from interested
citizens, inquired about the purchase of golf cars with tops, as was approved
at the budget retreat for purchase in 1989. Director Winkle stated that Golf
Pro Mark Kindahl is in favor of extending the purchase date of golf cars so
that they will be available for the 1990 season. Kozacek requested a report
regarding the City's existing and proposed golf cars.
Commissioner Clayton passed out copies of a proposal for use of
Centennial Lake for boating. Discussion included the effect that may occur on
fishing if boating is permitted, the possible insecure condition of the lake
banks, liability exposure, permits for boating, patrolling, etc. Commissioner
Clayton made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Braucht, to request staff to
study the proposal for use of Centennial Lake for boating and make
recommendations to the Commission. The motion passed unanimously.
Youth Commissioner Hathaway asked why the fountain at Highway 285 and
Broadway was not working. Director Waggoner stated he will check into it .
Commissioner Braucht asked about the status of the lighting of the
driving range project. Director Waggoner stated that RMH, an electrical
consulting firm, has been hired to work on the lighting and will present a
proposal in the near future. He stated that they expect to have the project
complete by July 31. Commissioner Braucht inquired about over use and
problems in maintaining the driving range with the extended hours. Waggoner
stated that staff is dealing with those concerns.
There was discussion regarding the installation of a telephone at the
driving range shed for public use as well as for staff use.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m.
Linda Wilks, Recording Secretary
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