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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1990-07-12 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of July 12, 1990 The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 5:33 p.m. by Vice-Chairman Gomes at the Sinclair Outdoor Pool, 355 W. Grand Avenue. Members present: Armstrong, Clayton, Daugherty, Dounay, Gerlick, Gomes, White, Wiggins, Winkle, ex officio Members absent: Neyer Also present: Kells Waggoner, Director of Public Works Jim Kavinsky, Parks Superintendent Jerrell Black, Recreation Supervisor Cinde Anderson, Recreation Leader Scott Simpson, Owner/Operator, Riverside Miniature Golf Course Jim Herdener, Owner/Operator, Riverside Miniature Golf Course Vice-Chairman Gomes asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of June 14, 1990. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Armstrong clarified her comments as they appeared on page 4 of the Minutes regarding after school programs being offered by Cherrelyn Elementary and the City's use of School facilities. She stated that her request to discuss the City's use of School facilities at the Commission/Council meeting next Monday is not related to after school programs being offered by Cherrelyn. Commissioners Clayton and Daugherty entered the meeting at 5:45 p.m. and 6:22 p.m. respectively. Scott Simpson and Jim Herdener, owners/operators of the Riverside Miniature Golf Course, were introduced to the Commission. Simpson and Herdener presented detailed information concerning their proposal for a go-kart facility to be built in conjunction with the miniature golf course. Simpson stated that they have been - 1 - working with City Attorney Rick DeWitt to amend their current contract with the City to replace Scott Sander's name, who passed away suddenly one year ago, with the name of Jim Herdener, who is now a co-owner/operator of Riverside Miniature Golf Course. Simpson explained that there have been some delays in this name change process with regard to their dealings with the Small Business Administration. Simpson discussed other changes they are requesting in their contract with the City, i.e. the name of the Riverside Miniature Golf Course business be changed from the names of the owners/operators to the name of the corporation; a 45 hole vs. a 54 hole course to allow room for the proposed go-kart facility; and a request to extend the duration of their lease. Simpson discussed recent television coverage of the 18 hole handicapped course and showed a video tape of that coverage. Tapes were also viewed with regard to the new Bandimere Speedway facility and the go-kart facility in Loveland recently visited by Simpson, Herdener, Commission Members Neyer, Wiggins and Gomes and Recreation Service Manager Mark Kindahl. Simpson reported that Channel 9 Nine Pals has scheduled a trip for their members to their miniature course, and consideration is being given to schedule the MDA telethon at the Riverside facility, hopefully on a yearly basis. Discussion included the parking situation at the facility, expected numbers of people using the facility (golf and go-kart) at one time, helmets, size and layout of the track, promotional ideas, noise control, hours of operation, the type of go-kart being considered, i.e. Johnson Karts, of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, etc. Commissioner Clayton inquired as to whether or not a projected income report has been completed, and Simpson stated they will provide the figures as requested. Commissioner Armstrong made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Wiggins, to recommend to City Council that approval be given to the four contract changes as outlined in the proposal submitted by the Riverside Miniature Golf Course owners/operators, Scott Simpson and Jim Herdener. The motion passed with one opposing vote from Commissioner Clayton. Clayton explained that he would be in favor of this type of facility but is interested in - 2 - studying the projected income report before making a decision. Vice-Chairman Gomes suggested that Simpson and Herdener consider attending the City Council meeting when this subject is discussed to answer questions Council may have. With regard to the Comprehensive Plans for the Recreation and Parks Divisions, Directors Waggoner and Winkle suggested that staff prepare a document which can be discussed in length at the August Commission meeting. The Commission concurred. Vice-Chairman Gomes introduced Recreation Supervisor Jerrell Black and Recreation Leader Cinde Anderson. Black called attention to the new life guard chairs at the Sinclair facility, and new doors on the bathhouse facility. Black stated that the new pool covers and reels make covering and uncovering the pool very easy. He stated that a new winter cover, at a cost of approximately $10,000, will be requested in the 1991 budget, and that in 1992, staff will request funds to replaster the Sinclair Pool. With the new winter pool cover, replastering will not be necessary for 10-12 years thereafter. Black also discussed removal of the cottonwood trees near the pool, and construction of a shelter in the pool area as well as a playground facility. Recreation Supv. Black discussed his budget proposal with regard to the Summer Drama Program. He stated that there is a reduction of $14,500 in the 1991 Drama Program budget from last year as a result of a request from City Manager Fraser to prepare 1991 budgets at 95%. Black stated that application has been made to the Arapahoe County Cultural Council to assist in funding for the program. Black stated that in the event that funding is not received from the Arapahoe County Cultural Council, staff will consider options for restructuring the program, i.e. a children's theater group, or merging with the Younger Generation Group. Advertising for the 1990 program was discussed. Commissioner Armstrong extended appreciation and kudos to Sinclair Pool staff member Rhonda Lewis during -yesterday's sudden hail storm when Rhonda and other staff members brought the swimmers indoors, entertained the children and kept the - 3 - situation calm. Armstrong thanked those staff members and also staff who trained them . Director Winkle distributed and reviewed packets of information containing 1) a memo from Golf Pro Mark Kindahl regarding the proposed go-kart facility at Riverside Miniature Golf Course; 2) letter to City Manager Fraser and other items regarding Recreation Services Division budget for 1991. Director Waggoner reported that a budget request in the amount of $50,000 has been submitted for landscape beautification along Oxford Avenue at the Englewood Golf Course and island work within the parking lot to improve driver visibility. Waggoner stated that a request for 10 controllers has also been submitted. Parks Supt. Kavinsky reported on the 1991 Parks budget and listed items submitted for the PIF: 1) Development of land west of Cushing Park. 2) Tennis court resurfacing program. 3) Continue tree replacement program. 4) Construction of a handicap accessibility ramp at Belleview Park from the playground to the lower park level. 5) Erosion control of Centennial Lake. 6) Landscaping around perimeter of Centennial Lake for the habitat of the fish and fowl . 7) Construction of two fishing piers at Centennial Lake. 8) Construction of restrooms at Belleview Park nature area near shelters 3 and 4. 9) Construction of new shelter facility at Centennial Park. 10) Pave and landscape Centennial Park parking lots. 11) Additional playground equipment at some parks. 12) Renovate Centennial Park restrooms with stainless steel fixtures and handicap accessibility. Director Waggoner stated that the City will not take title to the land given to the City by Arapahoe County at Centennial Park until the County provides some make up water for evaporation, which the State requires for any mining excavations. Waggoner stated that when the City does take title to the land, safety improvements will have to be made on approximately 1/3 of the lake shoreline on the southeast side of the lake. -4 - . . Commissioner Wiggins inquired about progress of the proposed skateboard facility. Director Winkle stated that the initial response from Englewood Schools is that the District is not interested in allowing a skateboard facility on School property because of the liability factor. Winkle stated that the next step will be to discuss this with the School/City Committee, or perhaps the School Board and Dr. Davidson. Winkle stated that currently she is researching the existing agreement the City has with Meadow Gold for another possible site. Winkle stated it is possible the City will be faced with constructing a new facility rather than utilizing an existing one. Vice-Chairman Gomes reminded the Commission of the meeting with City Council on Monday, July 16 to discuss concerns of the Recreation and Parks Divisions, and requested Commissioners' participation. With regard to the City's acquisition of St. Louis School property for expansion of the Malley Center, Vice-Chairman Gomes reported that City Attorney DeWitt has examined the property title. DeWitt questioned one segment of the title and will ask for City Council's authorization to take this matter to District Court for an official ruling. Once a determination is made, the City can then make curb cuts and relocate the fence between Malley and St. Louis property so Malley patrons can use the area for parking until an addition to Malley Center is approved for construction. Vice-Chairman Gomes commended Director Winkle and the Fireworks Committee for a successful display on July 4. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 p.m. Linda Wilks, Recording Secretary - 5 - ORDINANCE NO.---- SERIFS OF 199_0_ BY AlIT"'tlORITY A BILL FOR I)°' COONCIL BILL NO. 40 INTROD~BY ~IL I J MEMBER ~ AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 4, S:OCTION 1 OF THE FNGI..EVKX)[) MUNICIPAL CODE 1985, RELATING TO PARKS AND REX:REATION CCMMISSIOO YOUTH MEMBERS TERMS. WHEREAS, currently the Englewood Municipal Code reads that the tenns of the two youth rrernbers of the Parks and Recreation Ca:rmission shall be appointed for tenns to expire on C:Ctober 1 of the following year; and WHEREAS, the Englewood Parks and Recreation Corrrnission, at the camlission's August 9, 1990 Meeting, recorrmended arrending the tenns of the two youth rrernbers to be appointed for tenns to expire on June 1 of the following year; and WHEREAS, June 1 will correspond with the youth rrernbers school year; NG'l 1 THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, AS FOLLCMIS: Section_l. Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 1 of the Engl~d .Municipal Code 1985 be arrended to read as follows: 2-4-1: CCMMISSION ESTABLISHED; .MEMBERSHIP A-1'ID TERMS: There is hereby established a corru:nission of the City of Englewood, to be known as the Parks and Recreation Corrrnission . The said Corrmission shall consist of nine (9) persons to be appointed by the City Council. Two (2) rrernbers shall be under the age of eighteen (18) years when appointed. The City Council shall designate four (4) rrernbers of the Corrmission to serve until February 1, 1990, and three (3) rrernbers to serve until February 1, 1992. The two (2) additional rrernbers under the age of eighteen (18) years shall be appointed for t.eHBS NO MORE THAN ONE TERM to expire on QeE-aBer -}:JUNE 1 in the following year. All members except those rrernbers under the age of eighteen (18) years, when appointed, shall be appointed for tenns of four (4) years. Current members of the commission shall not have their tenns affected hereby. Introduced, read in full, arrended and passed on first reading on the 4th day of September, 1990. - 1 - , .. _ ... Published as a Bill for an Ordinance on the 6th day of September, 1990. SUsan Van Dyke, Mayor ATI'EST: -----------------------------Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk I, Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk of the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true copy of a Bill for an Ordinance, introduced, read in full, and passed on first reading on the 4th day of September, 1990. ------------------------Patricia H. Crow - 2 - .· COUNCIL COMMUNICATION DATE AGENDA ITEM September 4, 1990 11 (a) INITIATED BY Parks & Recreation Commission SUBJECT Amendment to Municipal Code Section 2-4-1 STAFF SOURCE Sharon Winkle, Dir. of Library and Recreation Services ISSUE/ACTION PROPOSED Staff recommends adoption of a bill for an ordinance amending the section of the Englewood Municipal Code relating to the Parks and Recreation Youth Members' terms of office. At its meeting of August 9, 1990, the Parks and Recreation Commission determined to recommend amendment of Municipal Code Section 2-4-1 as it regards the terms of the two youth members appointed to the Commission. The existing ordinance established that the terms of the 2 youth members expire on October 1 of each year. The Commission recommendation is that youth members appointments expire on June 1 of each year. PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION Council most recently took action regarding Municipal Code Section 2-4-1 in Ordinance 7 Series of 1986. STAFF ANALYSIS The Commission recommendation is based on the desire to establish youth member terms which more closely coincide with school terms. It would seem that the June 1 expiration will have the intended effect. BACKGROUND The Parks & Recreation Commission holds that the current October 1 expiration date for youth member terms mitigates against effective recruitment of qualified applicants for the 2 youth member appointments which Council makes annually. It believes that the recommended June 1 expiration date, once fully effective, will encourage wider participation in the application and interview process by qualified youth. FINANCIAL Neither the staff nor the Commission is aware of any significant financial impacts which the proposed action will have if approved or if rejected. BY AUTHORITY ORDINANCE NO. ___ _ SERIES OF 199_0_ A BILL FOR COUNCIL BILL NO. 40 INTRODUCED BY CCXJNCIL MEMBER ------------- AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 2, CHAPTER 4, SECTIOO 1 OF THE ENGLEWCX)D MUNICIPAL CODE 1985, REl.ATING TO PARKS AND REX:REATION Ca1MISSION YOUTH MEMBERS TERMS. WHEREAS, currently the Englewood Municipal Code reads that the tenns of the two youth rrembers of the Parks and Recreation Conrnission shall be appointed for tenns to expire on October 1 of the following year; and WHEREAS, the Englewood Parks and Recreation Conrnission, at the Comnission's August 9, 1990 Meeting, recorrrnended amending the tenns of the two youth rrernbers to be appointed for tenns to expire on June 1 of the following year; and WHEREAS, June 1 will correspond with the youth rrernbers school year; NCM, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EN~D, COLORADO, AS ror...r...avs: Sectioo _l. Title 2, Chapter 4, Section 1 of the Englewood Municipal Code 1985 be amended to read as follows: 2-4-1: Ca1MISSION ESTABLISHED; .MEMBERSHIP AND TERMS: There is hereby established a cornnission of the City of Englewood, to be known as the Parks and Recreation Comnission. The said Corrmission shall consist of nine (9) persons to be appointed by the City Council. '!\.Jo (2) rrembers shall be under the age of eighteen (18) years when appointed. The City Council shall designate four ( 4) rnernbers of the f1\ofl Comnission to serve until February 1, 1990, and three (3) members to i10 ,_~ serve until February 1, 1992. The two (2) additional members under f¥ ~ the age of eighteen ~ 18) years sh~ll be appointed for fie ~ to expire 011 '-' on Oet:cLe::t l .;JUNE 1 in the following year. All members except those rnernbers under the age of eighteen (18) years, when appointed, shall be appointed for tenns of four (4) years. Current rrernbers of the comnission shall not have their tenns affected hereby. Introduced, read in full, and passed on first reading on the 4th day of September, 1990. - 1 - Published as a Bill for an Ordinance on the 6th day of September, 1990. .. . . ----------------------- Susan Van Dyke, Mayor ATI'EST: Patricia H. Cra.N, City Clerk I, Patricia H. Cra.N, City Clerk of the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true copy of a Bill for an Ordinance, introduced, read in full, and passed on first reading on the 4th day of September, 1990. ------------------------ Patricia H. Crow