HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-03-14 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of March 14, 1991
Following a tour and trial run of the new Riverside Miniature Golf Course
Go Kart track, the regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and
Recreation Commission was called to order at 5:45 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at
the Englewood Golf Course Clubhouse.
Members present: Armstrong, Clayton, Daugherty, Dounay, Gerlick, Gomes,
Neyer, White, Wiggins, Black, ex officio
Members absent: None
Also present: Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager
Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works
Mark Kindahl, Recreation Services Manager
Bob Burgener, Assistant Rec. Services Manager
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the
minutes of February 14, 1991. There were none. A motion was made and
seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed
unanimously.
Public Works Director Charles Esterly was introduced to the Commission
and will be attending the Commission meetings on a regular basis.
Director Black introduced Recreation Services Manager Mark Kindahl who is
in charge of the golf course operation. Kindahl welcomed the Commission and
introduced Assistant Recreation Services Manager Bob Burgener. Kindahl
briefed the Commission on recent activity at the golf course, i.e., the newly
installed carpeting throughout the clubhouse; lighted sign on Oxford Avenue
depicting Woody's Restaurant and Riverside Miniature Golf Course as well as
the main golf course facility; and, the Handicard computer system installed in
the Pro Shop, one of twelve in the state of Colorado to be used as a test
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center for a computerized golf handicap information network. Kindahl and
Burgener thanked the Commission for their input and support.
Director Black reported that he and several Commission members attended a
public meeting at the Littleton Community Center regarding the future use of
the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds property. Black stated that as a result of
that meeting, the South Suburban Board determined to remove the miniature golf
discussion from the master plan for the time being. Commissioner Wiggins
stated that South Suburban has expressed interest in selling the former South
Drive-in site to the City of Englewood, and also in working cooperatively with
the City on a master plan for a recreation and park area which would tie in
Progress and Belleview Parks with the development of the Fairgrounds property.
South Suburban will first determine what facilities the area residents would
utilize. Wiggins stated that Home Lumber Company is willing to move their
yard west to Windermere Street, depending on future development plans for the
area. Director Black stated he will arrange to have South Suburban attend the
next Commission meeting to discuss their development plans.
Director Black distributed copies of a letter from the proprietors of the
Riverside Miniature Golf Course thanking staff and the Commission for their
support regarding South Suburban's discussions involving plans to construct a
miniature golf course at the Fairgrounds site.
Director Black stated he is finalizing a report for Assistant City
Manager Linda Martin explaining Recreation Department fee structures available
to residents and non-residents for activities at the Englewood Golf Course,
Englewood Recreation Center and Malley Senior Center. This report ties in
with Commission's discussion and motion at the February Commission meeting
regarding resident rates for Englewood business owners. Following further
discussion, the Commission determined their intention to be that interested
Englewood business owners (as opposed to business property owners) and their
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immediate family members be allowed resident rates for all Englewood
recreation facilities.
Commissioner Clayton entered the meeting at 6:25 p.m.
Director Black reported that, at Chairman Neyer's recent inquiry, use of
credit cards at the Englewood Golf Course will be implemented in the near
future.
With regard to constructing a skateboard facility in the Englewood area,
Operations Manager Kavinsky reviewed possible sites in the four quadrants of
the City, and the pros and cons of each site. Kavinsky suggested that two
test sites, rather than four, would be more feasible. Discussion ensued
regarding sites, expenses, equipment, and the need for a supervised facility .
Director Black stated that $20,000 has been budgeted for skateboarding
facilities. Kavinsky stated that the facilities can be operational by May 15.
Commissioner Daugherty made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Armstrong, to
construct two skateboard facility test sites, one to be located in the old
parking lot on the Southwest corner of Cushing Park, and the second utilizing
one of four tennis courts at Belleview Park. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Clayton stated he will support this program but reiterated that
he would like to see further study and additional preparation prior to
implementation.
Commissioner Armstrong distributed copies of, and discussed, the draft
Commission Mission Statement/1991 Goals and Objectives which was prepared by
the committee appointed by Commission. Armstrong asked that, within the next
two weeks, Commission members notify Recording Secretary Wilks, after
reviewing the draft, with any comments. Armstrong will then make a final
draft for distribution at the Commission meeting in April.
With regard to the City's lease agreement with the Englewood Lions Club
for operation of the miniature train at Belleview Park, Commissioner Clayton
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stated he believes the agreement should reflect, in detail, the partnership
that exists between the Lions Club and the City since the City participates in
a cost-sharing program for the operation and maintenance of the train.
Discussion ensued. Commissioner Wiggins stated he will discuss Commission's
concerns with City Attorney Rick DeWitt.
Commissioner Armstrong described an incident which had grown out of
control at a recent youth basketball game, and stated she was impressed with
the manner in which Jeff Jones, a Recreation Department part time employee,
handled the situation involving both teams.
Commissioner Armstrong reported she was contacted by a citizen requesting
that the youth sports games be scheduled at a time convenient for working
parents. Director Black stated he was contacted by this individual as
Commissioner Armstrong suggested.
Commissioner Gomes inquired about the progress of plans for the fireworks
display. Director Black stated that South Suburban has expressed their
willingness to participate. Black stated that he and Chuck Reid, Management
Intern with the City Manager's office, will be working on the fireworks
program, and a committee will be formed in the near future.
Youth Commissioner Dounay inquired about the status of the Summer Drama
Program. Director Black stated that Recreation Services Manager LuAnne
Mickelson is gathering information on usage and fees from various facilities.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 p.m.
Lindsay J. Wilks, Recording Secretary
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