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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-11-12 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of November 12, 1992 The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 5:30 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Englewood Servicenter training room. Members present: Christie, Gerlick, Gulley, Neyer, Sortland, Waggoner, Black, ex officio Members absent: Armstrong, Bannick, Gomes Also present: Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works Melody Kollath, Representative of John Rotolo Estate Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of November, 12, 1992. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously. Due to the late arrival of scheduled visitor, Melody Kollath, Chairman Neyer proceeded to Director's Choice on the agenda. Director Esterly reported that neighbors of Belleview Park, at a recent Neighborhood Watch meeting, voiced concerns regarding the activity at the Belleview Park skateboard facility, and that Mayor Wiggins suggested that those neighbors may wish to attend the December Commission meeting to discuss the issue. Regarding purchase of the Mossbarger property adjacent to Baker Park, Director Esterly reported that the City is negotiating to acquire the land for park expansion. The Commission discussed soccer field scheduling for 1993 for the Englewood Soccer Association and Colorado Coed Soccer League. Director Black stated he has also received an inquiry from the Colorado Foxes to run a soccer clinic at Jason Park. The Commission agreed to invite representatives from Englewood Soccer and ~ Colorado Coed Soccer to attend the December Commission meeting to discuss their 1 needs for 1993. Director Esterly stated that scheduling mus t coincide with field maintenance needs. Director Esterly reported that the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) will be seeking input regarding existing regional bicycle trails, and input to update their plan regarding what is needed and wanted in the way of future trails construction. Esterly explained that future federal funding will most likely require that construction requests be included in the DRCOG updated trail plan. Th e Commission agreed to review the existing trail plan and make sug gestions where necessary. Chairman Neyer presented the floor to scheduled visitor Melody Kollath. Ms. Kollath, first stating her address as 4690 S. Jason St., Englewood, Colorado, informed the Commission that she is representing the John Rotolo Estate. Ms . Kollath stated the amount of the estate bequeathed to the City is $1,710 and, as a representative of the estate, requested that the money be used to purchase an item that could be enjoyed by park users, rather than being used for operating e x penses of Rotolo Park. Her suggestions included a tree, drinking fountain, bench, or playground equipment. Discussion ensued. The Commission suggested that staff prepare a list of items and prices that would be appropriate for Rotolo Park for the Commission to review and make a recommendation to Council. Ms. Kollath stated she would like to purchase a plaque to be placed with the item in the park. Youth Commissioner Sortland reported that she attended a meeting of the Rivers of Colorado Water Watch Network, sponsored by the Colorado Division of Wildlife. The group will be running tests on water conditions from the South Platte River near the Wastewater Treatment Plant, and Little Dry Creek near Englewood High School. She stated that approximately 70 schools in Colorado are now working with this program . 2 At Chairman Neyer's inquiry, Director Black reported that a meeting is scheduled with the Director of Financial Services and the City Manager concerning the Larry Scott Estate. A meeting will then be scheduled with the Commission to advise of the outcome of that meeting. The Commission briefly discussed the distribution of lottery funds in conjunction with the results of the recent election. Director Black stated he will approach City Attorney Rick DeWitt for an explanation of the lottery amendment and report to the Commission at the December meeting. The Commission also inquired about the impact of Amendment 1 on the expansion plans for the Englewood Golf Course. Director Black stated that the impact of this amendment is not yet known, however, discussion and meetings are taking place between now and the end of 1992 to educate the affected organizations. Youth Commissioner Gulley reminded the Commission that the Englewood High School newspaper is an available source for publishing parks and recreation information that would be of interest to the students. It was suggested that information regarding the activities of the two youth members be included in the next issue. Director Black recommended that Gulley contact the Director of Library Services for information to be included in the school paper regarding the Library Board youth member. The Commission briefly discussed purchase and appraisal procedures of the Mossbarger property. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 p.rn. 3