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Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of August 9, 1990
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Belleview Park, Shelter
No. 3.
Members present: Armstrong, Daugherty, Dounay, Gerlick, Neyer, White, Wiggins,
Winkle, ex officio
Members absent: Clayton, Gomes
Also present: Kells Waggone~, Director o( Public Works
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes
of July 12, 1990. There were none . A motion was made and seconded that the minutes
be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
The Commission discussed the draft of the revised Parks and Recreation section
of the City's Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Gerlick discussed the need for a
bike path east of Santa Fe to connect with the South Platte River trail system west
of Santa Fe. Director Waggoner stated that when the intersection at Santa Fe and
Dartmouth is complete, a hike/bike trail will be included which wi'll pass under the
railroad tracks and connect with the South Platte River trail. Waggoner stated that
plans are being drawn by the State Highway Department for construction of an
improved intersection at Santa Fe and Oxford Avenue which will include pedestrian
access to the west side of Santa Fe and possibly to the South Platte River trail
system. Waggoner stated that he will make an addition to the Comprehensive Plan
concerning the need for bike trails connecting Englewood to the South Platte River
trail system.
Youth Commissioner Dounay inquired regarding the USDA requirements concerning
facilities such as the Belleview Park Children's Farm . Director Winkle stated that,
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new regulations have been adopted and the Belleview facility was not built to
accommodate these new regulations. The City may be faced with making a decision to
either close the farm or upgrade the facility to comply with the regulations.
Director Winkle reviewed the application for Youth Commission Members. The
current terms will expire October 1, 1990. Winkle stated that application forms
will be sent to Englewood, Sheridan, Cherry Creek, Littleton, and the Alternative
High Schools. There was some discussion regarding the timeliness of the recruiting
process, and proposing an ordinance to change the expiration date for youth members.
Commissioner Armstrong made a motion, seconded by Youth Commissioner Dounay, to
recommend to City Council that the Youth Commission Member terms begin November 1
rather than October 1. Following further discussion, Commissioner Armstrong amended
the motion to recommend to City Council that the Youth Member terms begin June 1 and
expire June 1 the following year. The motion passed unanimously. Commissioner
Wiggins requested that a resolution for an ordinance be written and submitted for
Council's approval. The Commission discussed the need to advertise for a short
term, October 1 through June 1, to accommodate the transition of changing the dates
of the Youth Member terms.
Chairman Neyer distributed City logo lapel pins to the Commission Members as
Council's token of appreciation for serving on the Commission.
There was some discussion regarding recent rumors concerning possible sale of
the Englewood Golf Course.
Director Winkle reported, for Commission's information, that Council has
scheduled a study session on August 20 regarding the Pro Putt Systems proposal to
develop a go kart facility at the Riverside Miniature Golf Course site.
Director Winkle reported that study session discussion on September 17 w~ll
include the skateboard park proposal. Director Waggoner stated that Parks Supt. Jim
Kavinsky and/or Office Engineer Rick Kahm will be available to attend that
discussion.
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Director Winkle reported that the results of the citizen survey have been
tabulated and a presentation will be made to Council at the August 13 study session.
Winkle stated that results will soon be available to boards and commissions for
review. The Commission agreed that after reviewing the results, an orientation may
be necessary to receive full benefits of the survey.
Director Winkle reported that the Malley Cen te r Fall Brochure will reflect
program fee increases which were recommended by staff and approved by City Manager
Fraser for implementation in the 1990 Fall program. Winkle explained that the fee
increases were recommended as part of the 1991 budget recommendation.
With regard to the Oxford Avenue Park, Director Waggon er reported that he met
with Bob Searns of Urban Edges and was informed that Searns will be proceeding with
fund raising for this project, which Searns is ca l ling "Ten Thousand Trees -the
Sequel". This project will inclu de approximately $342,000 for a tree planting
program from Belleview Avenue north to Bear Creek, and $45,000 for improvements in
the Oxford Park area. Waggoner stated tha t he will distribute copies of a
construction schedule when it is available.
Di rector Winkle discussed staff's proposal for fee increases for the Englewood
Golf Course for 1991, 1992, and 1993. Winkle stated that staff recommended that the
1991 fee increases become effective in October, 1990, with increases to be
considered for 1992 and 1993 in order for the golf course to be i n a competitive
position with other area courses. Winkle r eviewed material that was distributed to
t he Commission. Commissioner Wiggins made a motion, seconded by Commissioner
Armstrong; to recommend that the golf fees, as proposed by staff for 1991, be made
effective October 1, 1990 . The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Daugherty entered the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
Youth Commissioner Dounay inquired about the status of future drama program
funding. Director Winkle stated that she is meeting with City Manager Fraser to
discuss budget matters which will include discussion of the future of the drama
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program. Winkle stated that information should be received by August 15 from the
Arapahoe County Cultural Committee concerning the City's application for funding
assistance for the drama program for 1991.
Youth Commissioner White stated that she has written a letter to Dr. Brooks and
the Sheridan School Board informing them that Recreation Division staff will be
looking for a temporary site for the drama program in · 1991, and would like to
consider Sheridan High School as a possible site. White also requested information
from Dr. Brooks concerning the possibility of the Commission holding its October
meeting at Sheridan High School.
There was some discussion of investigating the Gothic Theater as a possible
site for the drama program in 1991.
The Commission discussed the status of the skateboard park in Englewood,
including the timing of a public meeting and Council's review of the proposal.
Commissioner Wiggins stated that the Public Service Company light in Belleview
Park near the train trestle needs to be replaced and should be redirected away from
a nearby tree.
Commissioner Wiggins suggested that the Chenango Avenue parking lot entrance to
Belleview Park be closed to the public during the evening hours and through the
night. Discussion ensued.
Commissioner Wiggins reported that he has discussed the need for tennis court
repair at Englewood High School with School Supt. Roscoe Davidson and was informed
that the City's contract with Englewood Schools for sharing of court repair expenses
has been forwarded to Larry Nisbet. Wiggins stated that Nisbet will contact the
City to discuss the needed repairs.
With regard to skateboarding facility sites, Commissioner Wiggins reported that
City Attorney Rick DeWitt will be in contact with the attorney for Englewood Schools
to follow up on the possibility of a facility at an Englewood School. Englewood
Schools has previously raised the question of liability.
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Commissioner Armstrong asked if there would be any interest from the Commission
to enter a float in the 1990 Holiday Parade in November. Discussion ensued.
Chairman Neyer expressed kudos to Recreation Supervisor Jerrell Black and all
staff associated with the summer drama production, "Fiddler on the Roof", stating
that it was outstanding.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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