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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1992-12-10 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of December 10, 1992 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 Library George Perrin Conference Room. Members present: Bannick, Gerlick, Gomes, Neyer, Sortland, Waggoner, Black, ex officio Members absent: Armstrong, Christie, Gulley Also present: Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager Debby Severa, Admin. Assistant I, Recreation Services Rob Alcorn, Colorado Coed Soccer Deb Cunningham, Colorado Coed Soccer Larry George, Englewood Soccer Association Jim Keiffer, Englewood Soccer Association Clyde Wiggins, Mayor, City of Englewood Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of November 12, 1993. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously. Director Black introduced Administrative Assistant I Debby Severa. Director Black stated that, as requested by the Commission at the November meeting, representatives from the Englewood Soccer Association and the Colorado Coed Soccer League were contacted and invited to attend the December Commission meeting to discuss their leagues' field requirements for the 1993 season. Rob Alcorn and Deb Cunningham, representing the Colorado Coed Soccer League, addressed the Commission stating that the Englewood Detention Pond fields are greatly appreciated. Mr. Alcorn inquired as to the current condition of the fields and the possibility of increased play. Operations Manager Kavinsky stated that staff is requesting that play on the Detention Pond field be limited to 125 games again this year to retain the current field maintenance level. Kavinsky stated that staff recognized improved field maintenance this past year by all scheduled leagues. Mr. Alcorn stated that 1 approximately 10% of their league members are Englewood residents, which could increase slightly in 1993. Director Black stated that staff will contact him within 30-45 days to determine scheduling for their Spring season. Larry George and Jim Keiffer were present, representing the Englewood Soccer Association. Mr. George stated that league membership increased by approximately 104 players in 1992, necessitating additional field use. Mr. George expressed appreciation for Englewood fields. Discussion included required field sizes, ove rly wet fields at Bates/Logan Park last season, and additional park areas for field construction. With regard to soccer field use, Director Black briefly reiterated, in response to an inquiry from the Colorado Foxes, that when approached previously by the Englewood Soccer Association, the Commission agreed that fields could not be reserved for league practice or clinics Monday through Firday but were available only on a first come first served basis. Games, however, can be scheduled on Saturdays. Mayor Wiggins addressed the Commission concerning the Belleview Park skateboard facility. He reported that park neighbors, at a recent Neighborhood Watch meeting, expressed concern with the unruly behavior and language of the skateboarders, as well as use of alcohol, the late hours, noise and vandalism occurring at the park. The Commission agreed that it is unknown as to whether or not the increase in vandalism is caused by skateboarders. Wiggins stated that the majority of users appear to be in the age range of 18 to late 20s, making it difficult for younger ages to ride their boards at this facility. Operations Manager Kavinsky stated that this type of activity does not seem to be occurring at the skateboard facility at Cushing Park. Wiggins stated that the adjacent tennis courts are used very little as a result of conduct of the skateboarders. Wiggins stated that he contacted neighbors on both sides of the park, and each signed a 2 petition asking that the facility be eliminated and the court returned to tennis use. The petition was turned over to the Recording Secretary. Park neighbors also discouraged relocating the facility to the park nature area. Following further discussion, Commissioner Bannick made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, to remove the skateboard facility at Belleview Park and return it to a tennis court facility. The motion passed unanimously. With regard to the John Rotolo Estate, Operations Manager Jim Kavinsky distributed copies of a memo he received from Parks Administrator Chris Korba listing some suggestions for park equipment to be purchased with John Rotolo Estate funds. Kavinsky reviewed items listed in the memo: cement pad with picnic table, barbecue, playground slide, stationary benches, asphalt walk path. Following discussion, Commissioner Waggoner made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, that funds in the amount of $1,710, donated to the City from the John Rotolo Estate, be used to construct a concrete pad, shelter and barbecue in Rotolo Park. The motion passed unanimously. Kavinsky stated that a picnic table for the shelter would be provided from park funds. Director Black distributed copies of, and reviewed, 3 suggested options provided by Director of Financial Services Lorraine Hayes with regard to disposition of the Larry Scott property. Director Black stated that the Englewood Housing Authority offered to manage the property at a charge to the City of $30 per month should the Commission determine it feasible to lease the property for a 10 year period (option III). There was considerable discussion with regard to the information provided by Financial Services, the current condition of the house, repair costs (estimated at $30,000 by the Housing Authority), and property rental possibilities. Commissioner Waggoner made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, to proceed with option III, to hold the property for 10 years and lease it at the market rate. Director Black stated that he was advised by the City Attorney that 3 since this is a gift to the City, Amendment I would have no effect on the funds received from this property. Chairman Neyer suggested that an itemization of the $30,000 estimated cost of repairs be provided before the Commission determines the option most feasible for the City's needs. However, the Commission accepted the $30,000 figure as determined by the Englewood Housing Authority. Upon a call for the vote, the motion passed unanimously. Commissioner Bannick inquired as to the effect of Amendment I regarding City enterprise funds and capital improvement projects. Director Black stated he attended a seminar recently on this subject and it was only determined that many interpretations exist at this time, and a determination has not been made as to what course the City will be taking. Commissioner Bannick inquired, at the request of the Womens Golf Club, about construction of a restroom facility on the back 9 of the Englewood Golf Course. Director Black responded that the initial bid process realized some interpretation complications; however, a second bid process brought four bids ranging from $70,604 to $44,700. Black stated that a Clivus Multrum Composting System will be installed near the no. 10 green at the low bid price of $44,700 if approved by City Council at the December 21 Council meeting. Commissioner Gomes recognized and complimented the Park Section for the holiday lights display along Englewood Parkway. Commissioner Gerlick requested that the 1993 Commission Goals and Objectives be discussed at the January Commission meeting and requested that members give some thought to matters they would like included. The meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m. 4