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Minutes of August 13, 1992
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission
was called to order at 5:40 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Hosanna Sports
Complex/Detention Pond.
Members present: Armstrong, Gerlick, Gomes, Gulley, Neyer, Waggoner,
Black, ex officio
Members absent: Bannick, Christie, Sortland
Also present: Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works
Clyde Wiggins, Mayor
Dave Lee, Golf Course Superintendent
Jack Poole, Assistant Golf Course Manager
Jim Christoffersen, Parks Maintenance Technician
Kip Guenther, Recreation Intern
Jim Dullea, Norris Dullea Company
Peter Elzi, Norris Dullea Company
John Williams, Norris Dullea Company
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes
of July 9, 1992. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes
be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Chairman Neyer introduced Mayor Wiggins, who explained that he was speaking in
the capacity of Chairman of the Lions Club Train Committee. He stated that the
Lions Club has ordered a new train to be delivered in 1993. The new train is a
replica of the current train with the exception of some coloring . He stated that
the original cost of the train in 1974 was $25,185, and the company has offered a
trade-in of $23,380. The purchase price for the new train is $109,000, and Wiggins
stated that the Lions Club will fund the additional $88,000 needed for the purchase .
Wiggins said that the Lions Club is working with the City to install a heavier track
for the train when the track is extended into the nature area of the park, and
existing track will be upgraded to a 20 lb. track at that time as well .
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Director Black introduced Recreation Intern Kip Guenther, who is from Kent
State in Ohio. Also introduced were Englewood Golf Course Superintendent Dave Lee ,
and Jack Poole who has recently been appointed Assistant Golf Course Manager .
Director Esterly introduced Parks Maintenance Technician Jim Christoffersen.
Jim is responsible for the care of the Detention Pond, Plaza and Little Dry Creek
area. The Commission commended the Parks staff for the appearance of Englewood's
park facilities.
Director Esterly reported that as a result of a discussion at the July
Commission meeting concerning graffiti in Englewood facilities, he toured Englewood
park areas at length with Parks Administrator Chris Korba and was encouraged to see
that there is actually very few areas needing refurbishing . He stated that areas in
the flood control facilities seem to require more attention. Esterly requested that
anyone observing graffiti in Englewood facilities to contact him or Chris Korba for
prompt removal.
Director Esterly reported that he received a call from an Englewood resident
who is interested in purchasing a small area in the Emerson Park area adjacent to
their property. Brief discussion ensued .
Esterly reported that Mr. Mossbarger contacted the City regarding the City
purchasing his property located adjacent to Baker Park. The Commission agreed that
staff should make further contact with Mr. Mossbarger for details concerning
purchase price, etc. before the Commission can determine the feasibility of
purchasing the land for park expansion.
Director Esterly reported that Oxford Recycling Company has expressed an
interest in obtaining a water tap from the Englewood Utilities Department. Since
they are not located in the City Limits of Englewood, in exchange for the water tap,
Oxford Recycling has offered to lease to the City the north slope at Centennial
Park, which could be landscaped for park improvement. The Commission recommended
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that a stipulation to issuing the water tap should state that Oxford Recycling will
landscape the slope north of Centennial Park and the City will maintain it.
Chairman Neyer inquired what effects the Charley Pride concert had on the
Cushing Park facilities. Director Esterly explained that maintenance precautions
were taken before and after the concert to minimize possible damage. He stated that
some concrete damage was done by a concessionaire at the event, and a claim has been
filed with that company's insurance carrier. Esterly stated that EDDA will pay the
cost of overtime pay for parks employees who prepared for the event.
Director Black introduced Jim Dullea from the Norris Dullea Company. Black
explained that City Council approved a golf course feasibility study with regard to
expansion of the course and clubhouse facility . The City contracted with Norris
Dullea Company to conduct the study, which is being presented for Commission's
consideration.
Mr. Dullea introduced Peter Elzi, who performed the golf market analysis of
the study; and John Williams, who is a golf clubhouse architect. Dullea stated that
his company worked with the philosophy of believing that the golf course is a show
case for the City of Englewood, and their expansion study revolved around
maintaining and improving the character of the course and to expand upon the City's
intention of creating a family facility. Dullea stated consideration was given to
three specific areas while conducting the study: 1) environmental conditions of the
site; 2) identifying the golf demand; and 3) present and future demands regarding
the clubhouse.
Using charts and maps, Dullea, Elzi and Williams briefed the Commission on
obtaining parcels of land for course expansion (totalling 60 acres); environmental
audits of the landfill area; demographics; financing options; as well as the
alternatives for expansion of the course, which included a par 3 9-hole course,
executive 9-hole course, 3-hole teaching facility, and reconfiguration and expansion
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of the clubhouse and indoor hitting pavilion. It was explained that it may be
necessary to implement a small increase in green fees to help offset a negative
annual cash flow while bond payments are being made.
Mr. Williams presented two alternatives with regard to clubhouse expansion and
utilization, including the concession area, office space, display area in the pro
shop, pro shop entryway, and attached training facility. Williams stated that the
cost difference between the two alternatives is approximately $100,000.
Mr. Dullea distributed copies of their executive summary for the Commission's
review.
Following discussion on the options presented, Commissioner Gomes made a
motion, seconded by Commissioner Gerlick, to recommend to City Council to approve
proposed plans submitted by the Norris Dullea Company, which includes a 3-hole
outdoor teaching facility and a par 3 9-hole addition, as well as expansion of the
existing clubhouse and an attached indoor teaching facility. The motion passed
unanimously.
Director Black reminded the Commission of their meeting with City Council
scheduled for August 17 at 6:00; and of the City Picnic on August 14 at Cushing
Park, stating that City board and commission members are invited to attend.
Director Black reported that the Summer Drama production of Oklahoma was
extremely well done. He stated that the assistance from Theater Englewood was very
beneficial to the production of this play.
Director Black reported that the Oxford Park parking facility has been paved.
He stated that Bob Searns of Urban Edges indicated they would be interested in
future development of the park should the City decide to make further improvements .
Commissioner Gomes reported that he attended the wrap-up meeting of the
Fireworks Display Committee on August 10 and they were advised by South Suburban
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that the South Drive-in property will be available for the display for one more
year, afterwhich park development will begin on that site.
Commissioner Armstrong inquired about rumors that are circulating concerning
the Recreation Department Summer Baseball Program, wherein the Arapahoe Baseball
League will include 11, 12, and 13 year old youth, and the Englewood League will
include 14 & 15 year old youth beginning next year. She stated that parents are
expressing their support for this structure. Director Black stated he will
investigate and report back to the Commission.
Youth Commissioner Gulley stated that the middle school sports program is
"very low key", providing little competition. Director Black stated that the
Recreation Department is making an effort to improve the structure of this program.
There was some discussion regarding sports programs being offered by the schools.
There was some discussion regarding a letter included in the Commission's
packets from the Colorado Coed Soccer League concerning field use. The Commission
agreed that this subject should be scheduled for discussion in the near future.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
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