HomeMy WebLinkAbout1991-06-13 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of June 13, 1991
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation
Commission was called to order at 5:45 p.m. by Vice-Chairman Gomes at the
Jason Park shelter house.
Members present: Armstrong, Clayton, Daugherty, Gomes, Wiggins, Black,
ex officio
Members absent: Gerlick, Neyer
Also present: Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works
Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager
Vice-Chairman Gomes asked if there were any additions or corrections to
the minutes of May 9, 1991. There were none. A motion was made and seconded
that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Vice-Chairman Gomes introduced scheduled visitor Apache League Baseball
representative , Bill Hartwell, to the Commission. Mr. Hartwell gave a brief
history of the Apache Baseball League and discussed their need for additional
playing fields . He stated that representatives of the League would like to
form a committee with Englewood representatives to discuss the possibility of
cooperatively constructing a four diamond ballfield complex on the former
South Drive-in property should the City of Englewood purchase the land.
Hartwell estimated that the cost for the ballfield development, not including
land purchase, would be approximately $500,000. Commissioner Wiggins
confirmed that the formation of a committee would be appropriate for
discussion of the intentions and needs of the League . Director Black will
contact Mr. Hartwell to discuss the formation of a committee.
Mr. Terry Doyle, Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop 92, was present to
speak at the Public Forum. Mr. Doyle expressed appreciation on behalf of
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Troop 92 for use of the Centennial Park Lake for their canoe training. Brief
discussion ensued.
Operations Manager Kavinsky described three proposed plans that are being
considered for development of Broadway Park, which is located on the southwest
corner of Broadway and Englewood Parkway. Kavinsky explained that there is
not yet an official name for this park but that it is being referred to as
Broadway Park at this time for identification purposes. Possible placement of
the horsecar in this park area was discussed, as well as types of plant
material, usage possibilities, etc.
Director Black reported that the grand opening of the skateboard facility
at Cushing Park was well attended. Commissioner Wiggins emceed the
ceremonies. Black expressed great appreciation to staffs from Recreation,
Parks, Engineering, Streets, and Public Works for the services they
contributed to this project.
Director Black reported that the hot water situation at the Recreation
Center locker rooms has been corrected and signs have been placed at the
facility to notify Center users.
Director Black reported that the Parks and Recreation Commission is
scheduled to meet with City Council on either July 1 or July 15, from 6:00 to
7:00 p.m. The Commission agreed on July 15. Black stated he will notify the
City Manager's office.
It was agreed by the Commission that letters of appreciation to former
Youth Commission Members Dounay and White would be appropriate. Recording
Secretary Wilks will draft the letters for Chairman Neyer's signature.
Vice-Chairman Gomes, per item 5d of the Commission Goals and Objectives,
inquired as to the Commission's feelings with regard to holding monthly
Commission meetings. Commissioner Clayton stated that it is City Council's
feeling that there is a sufficient number of items that come before the boards
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and commissions to warrant monthly meetings . Br i ef discussion ensued wherein
the Commission agreed to continue holding monthly meetings.
Note: The City's Home Rule Charter (voted by citizens) does not include
specifics regarding the Parks and Recreation Commission . The City Code (by
Ordinance) requires monthly meetings of the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Vice-Chairman Gomes discussed item 3 of the Commission Goals and
Objectives concerning a 4th of July fireworks display . Gomes reported that
the display will be presented by the same contractor as last year. Viewing
will be from the south side of Belleview . Commissioner Clayton expressed
concern that Englewood is funding the majority of expenses for the display
while at the same time South Suburban is refusing to allow a small fee to be
charged for admission. Director Black stated donations coming in from out s ide
agencies will only cover a portion of the display costs. Discussion ensued.
Commissioner Clayton made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Daugherty, to
authorize Director Black to contact Dave Lorenz, Executive Director of the
South Suburban Recreation and Parks District, and request that a phone poll be
taken of their Board members to establish that a fee of $3.00 per carload can
be charged for admission to the fireworks display. The motion passed
unanimously.
Commissioner Armstrong reported that the site of the now demolished
Quincy Fire Station is frequently being used by neighborhood kids for
baseball. The location has been sited for Project Build, a program being
introduced by the Community Development Department for upgraded housing.
There was brief discussion regarding: the skateboard park opening at
Belleview Park; Council Person Bullock's suggestion that golf course revenues
be added to the general fund and used to help fund other programs; newspaper
publicity received on our skateboard parks, public forum, and Youth Commission
Member vacancy announcements; etc.
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Commissioner Daugherty stated that a schedule of Commission meeting
dates, as well as the July 15 Council/Commission meeting, will appear next
week in the Englewood Citizen and the Englewood Sentinel.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:05 p.m .
Lindsay J. Wilks, Recording Secretary
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