HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-10-10 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of October 10, 1991
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
was called to order at 5:31 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Englewood Recreation
Center.
Members present: Armstrong, Belt, D. Clayton, Daugherty, Gerlick, Gomes,
Neyer, C. Wiggins, M. Wiggins, Black, ex officio
Members absent: None
Also present: Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works
Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager
Rob Alcorn, Colorado Coed Soccer Association
Bill Stahl, Colorado Coed Soccer Association
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes
of September 12, 1991. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the
minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Youth Commissioner Clayton entered the meeting at 5:34 p.m.
Colorado Coed Soccer Association representatives, Bill Stahl, League First Vice
President, and Rob Alcorn, Second Trustee, were present to speak to the Commission
regarding rental of the Detention Pond soccer fields. Mr. Stahl reviewed an outline
--of the League's objectives and field usage needs, expressing appreciation for the
fine condition of, and the opportunity to use, the Detention Pond fields., Their
League consists of 16 teams, 25 players each, ages 21 years and older. Mr. Stahl
pointed out that the League has a special committee geared to preserving the ·
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condition of the fields they use. He discussed their need for two adjacent fields,
field size requirements, etc. Mr. Alcorn stressed the flexibility of their League
in working out an arrangement for field use. The possibility of a long term
contract was discussed.
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Discussion of use of the Detention Pond fields continued following the exit of
Mr. Stahl and Mr. Alcorn. The Commission discussed the need for limiting the number
of games played, location options, field size, etc. Director Black stated that
development of the Regional Park may include construction of a soccer field complex,
however those plans have not been finalized.
Commissioner Daugherty entered the meeting at 6:00 p.m.
The Commission requested that Commissioner Belt find out the extent of the
School's use of the Detention Pond so that Parks personnel can more closely monitor
its use.
Director Black reported that he, Bob Burgener and Jack Poole met recently with
several marketing students from DU, one of which was a part time employee at the
Englewood Golf Course. To fulfill a school requirement, the DU graduate students
have made arrangements with the City to complete a marketing study of the golf
course operation, including the Riverside Miniature Golf Course and Go Kart
facility, etc. The students will compile a report for presentation to the Parks and
Recreation Commission later in the Fall.
Director Black reported that the legal aspects have been worked out for the
purchase of the St. Louis property north of the Malley Center. Black stated that
the Malley Center Trust Fund committee voted in favor of transferring funds for the
purchase and the process should be coming to a close soon.
Director Black reported that the glass door to the racquetball tournament
court, which was replaced just one month ago, was broken again yesterday. Black
stated that he has talked with the Engineering staff and the glass company, and it
was agreed that some research of the racquetball facility is necessary before
replacing the glass to insure the safety of facility users.
For Commission's information, Director Black reported that three schools have
declined to schedule football and basketball games with our Junior/Senior Sports
Program this year due to some problems experienced last year involving some of our
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players as well as some parents. Black stated that staff is working on solutions to
these problems.
Director Black stated that, after the meeting, he will schedule a facilities
tour with Commissioner Belt and other interested members of the Commission.
Director Esterly reported that a new skateboard rules sign has been installed
at Belleview Park, and that the Belleview facility will remain open until the tennis
court lights are out at 11:00 p.m. Options for repairing the skateboard equipment
were discussed, as well as requirements by CIRSA for locking the skateboard
facilities at night.
Director Esterly informed the Commission that some foreign nationals recently
toured Englewood facilities. He stated that Malley Center Director LuAnne Mickelson
provided a very informative and detailed tour and explanation of Malley Center.
Commissioner Wiggins briefly discussed plans being made by the Colorado
Department of Transportation for improvements on Navajo Street.
Commissioner Armstrong commented that Cherry Creek staff applied for and
received grant funds from the Coors Pure Water 2000 for xeriscaping possibilities,
and that perhaps this might also be available to Englewood.
Director Black, at Commissioner Wiggin's inquiry, discussed some development
alternatives that South Suburban is considering for the Regional Park. Black stated
that he is uncertain as to when the plans will be finalized.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:55 p.m.
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