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Home My WebLink About1993-05-13 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes of May 13, 1993 The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Chairman Neyer at the Englewood Municipal Golf Course Maintenance Facility . Members present: Members absent: Also present: Christie, Gerlick, Gomes, Gulley, Neyer, Sortland, Waggoner, Black, ex officio Armstrong, Bannick Jack Poole, Golf Course Coordinator Dave Lee, Golf Course Superintendent Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager Chris Korba, Parks Administrator Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of April 8, 1993. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously . Director Black introduced Golf Course Superintendent Dave Lee, and Golf Course Coordinator Jack Poole. Mr. Poole reported that staff has received a number of requests to hold shot gun start golf tournaments at the Englewood Golf Course. Poole discussed staff's proposal to accommodate these requests, which recommends limiting scheduling for this type of tournament from September 15 through March 31 each year, and allowing a minimum of 100 players at a fee of $37.50 each. All shot gun starts will begin at 8:00 a.m. Director Black added that a request to purchase 10 new golf carts will be presented to City Council on May 17. Director Black advised that the proprietors of Riverside Miniature Golf and Go Kart are considering selling the facility and have offered the City, having first right of refusal, the opportunity to purchase the facility. Black stated that the City is currently in the process of obtaining an appraisal of the facility. Black stated that South Suburban is proceeding with plans to construct a miniature golf facility at the Regional Park site at Belleview and Windermere . Black stated that their project is out for bid with proposals due May 14, interviews scheduled in June, notice to proceed in July, with the lease to be executed in August. The proposed opening is scheduled for the Spring of 1994 . The first phase of development will include batting cages, 1 miniature golf, three lighted ball fields, and five soccer fields . Black was uncertain as to whether or not the decision to sell Riverside was made as a result of South Suburban's plans. Black stated that South Suburban has presented their master plan to the Englewood Planning and Zoning Commission. The Commission agreed that it would not be in the best interest of the City to support construction of a miniature golf facility at this location due to its close proximity to the Riverside facility. Commissioner Waggoner made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, to notify City Council and the Planning and Zoning Commission that the Parks and Recreation Commission is not in favor of South Suburban's plans to construct a miniature golf course at the Regional Park site. The motion passed . The Commission agreed that a letter be drafted to South Suburban stating the Commission's position regarding their construction plans, and copies will be addressed to City Council, the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Executive Director of South Suburban Recreation and Parks District. Youth Commissioner Gulley left the meeting at 6:38 p.m. Commissioner Gerlick left the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Director Black distributed copies of the Conservation Trust Fund (CTF) Projects Request List for 1994 and reviewed listed Recreation items. Among the items listed, the Recreation Center automatic doors and elevator, and the ball field dugouts are being requested in order to meet ADA standards. The Commission discussed ADA recommendations that ball field dugouts be constructed above ground. After giving a great deal of consideration to ADA requirements for City facilities, the Commission made the recommendation that the ball field dugouts be placed at the bottom of the list since it seems unlikely that a handicapped, wheelchair..: bound individual would be present in a facility of that type. Operations Manager Kavinsky reviewed CTF projects pertaining to parks facilities. Listed are facilities at Centennial Park, i.e., playground, restroom, parking lot, shelter, bike path, fishing piers, and landscaping; Baker Park playground and other improvements; and ADA access walks. There was some discussion regarding the original intent for use of lottery funds. Commissioner Waggoner voiced concern that funds seem to be used for maintenance projects, which he understands is not allowable under the lottery fund statute. He also suggested that some items listed on the CTF Project Request List for 1994 may fall under the maintenance projects category . He expressed his opinion that some items 2 should be funded through department capital outlay requests in the general fund budget. Director Black stated he will provide copies of the statute which outlines the appropriate uses of lottery funds. Director Black reported that Golf Course Superintendent Dave Lee applied for, and received, grant monies in the amount of $6, 175 from Arapahoe County to reimburse the City for surfacing of the bike trail parking lot on Oxford Ave. Black stated that the funds will be disbursed to the accounts of City departments that were involved with construction of the parking lot. Director Black informed the Commission that approximately 40 neighborhood meetings, i~ conjunction with the Neighborhood Watch Program, have been scheduled throughout the summer to provide citizens with information regarding community issues and to gather citizen input. Representing the City at these meetings will be members of City Council and the City Manager's office, and various department directors. Parks Administrator Korba, as directed by the Commission at the April Commission meeting, presented proposals showing two soccer facility layouts at Cushing Park. These proposals for Cushing Park were requested as an alternative site to the Baker Park site. Korba pointed out that a large number of trees, because of their size, cannot be moved and will have to be cut down in order to construct the facility at that location. Estimated cost of construction is $7,000, including fencing , goals and tree removal. Chairman Neyer made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, that Cushing Park not be pursued further as a possible soccer field site due to the necessity for extensive tree demolition to allow construction of the soccer facility. The motion passed. The Commission discussed several alternative sites for soccer field construction. Chairman Neyer then made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gomes, that staff pursue other location possibilities for soccer field construction . The motion passed. Director Black stated he will notify Englewood Soccer Association representative Jim Keiffer of Commission's decision that sites other than Cushing Park be considered . Parks Administrator Korba, at Commission's request, prepared cost figures to construct a basketball court at Baker Park. He stated that the $4,000-$5,000 estimate includes backboards and nets, asphalt (installed by the Streets Division), concrete and posts. With regard to the expense for installing a full court, Commissioner Waggoner made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Christie, to construct a 1/2 concrete 3 basketball court at Baker Park with the intention that, should court use merit a full size court in the future, a second half court be added to create a full size court . The motion passed. Recording Secretary Wilks announced that the Parks and Recreation Commission is scheduled for its annual meeting with City Council on Monday, July 19, 1993 at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room . Chairman Neyer urged all Commission members to attend. Director Black will work with Chairman Neyer to establish an agenda for that meeting. The Commission discussed problems in recent years with recruiting Youth Commission Members. The current Youth Members ' terms expire on June 1, and, in spite of recruiting efforts made by staff and the Youth Members themselves , no applications have been turned in. Director Black stated he will consult with the City Attorney for an interpretation of the City ordinance should there be no applicants to fill the vacancies. Chairman Neyer offered kudos to Parks Administrator Korba and staff regarding the Arbor Day program they recently provided for Englewood citizens . Neyer inquired about the status of removal of the Belleview Park skateboard facility and was informed that only the fencing remains for removal. Parks Administrator Korba advised that the Cushing Park skateboard facility is in good condition. Korba stated he has received some phone calls from Englewood citizens inquiring about the removal of the Belleview facility. Chairman Neyer also inquired about construction of the shelter for Rotolo Park. Operations Manager Kavinsky advised that it should be in place within 1 1/2 months. Commissioner Christie discussed an article in the Englewood Herald regarding a number of Englewood citizens who are preparing to organize a youth football program . Discussion ensued regarding coaching, competitive leagues vs. recreational leagues, etc. Director Black reiterated staff's commitment to provide programs to serve the community, whether they be offered through the Recreation Center, a parent group or other organization. The meeting was adjourned at 7:55 p.m. 4 RESOLUTION NO. (p / SERIES OF 1992 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING BECKY GULLEY AS YOUTH MEMBER OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION C01\1MISSION. . . WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation--Coinmission consistS· of nine members, two of whom are to be under the. age of eighteen years when appointed for terms to expire on June 1, iii: the fpllowing year; and ··,· . WHEREAS, the City Council desires to appoint the two youth ·members for the term expiring June 1, 1993; and · · .. . . . WHEREAS, Becky Gulley meets the requirements set forth by City ·' Council for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Commission; ... , NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD , COLORADO, THAT: . Section 1. Becky Gulley is hereby appointed as youth member to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the term of June 1, 1992 to June 1, 1993. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 1st day of June, 1992 . ...... -· .. ATTEST: ~£~L#~£ Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk I, Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk for the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify the above is a true copy of Resolution No.6~ Series of 1992. c2t:tu ~ "'#~ Patricia H. Crow 8 a RESOLUTION NO. 6 ;z SERIES OF 1992 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING KARI SORTLAND AS YOUTH l\1E:MBER OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMl\1ISSION. . WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission consists of nine members, two of whom are to be under the ag~ of eighteen years ~hen appointed for terms to expire on June 1, iii: the following year; and . . . ·, WHEREAS, the City Council desires to appoint the two youth members for the term expiring June 1, 1993; and . WHEREAS, Kari Sortland meets the requirements set forth by City . :. Council for appointment to the Parks and Recreation Coniini~sion; , .. '. ·.· · .. . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, THAT: · . . Section 1. Kari Sortland is hereby appointed as youth member to the Parks and Recreation Commission for the term of June 1, 1992 to June 1, 1993. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 1st day of June, 1992 . .. . ATTEST: .. ·.. . ---· . a~#~ Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk lYdeE~ayor I, Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk for the City of Englewood, Colorado, hereby certify the above is a true copy of Resolution No.~, Series of 1992. kJtr;&:4 ! vV: a#~ Patricia H. Crow 8 b 1 ~ I RESOLUTION NO. ftj_ SERIES OF 1993 A RESOLUTION APPOINTING STEVEN MARKWOOD TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO. WHEREAS, there is a vacancy on the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission; and WHEREAS, Steven Markwood has applied for an appointment as a member of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission; and WHEREAS, the Englewood City Council desires to appoint Steven Markwood to the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ENGLEWOOD, COLORADO, THAT: Section 1. Steven Markwood is hereby appointed to the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission effective immediately with term expiring February 1, 1996. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 6th day of July, 1993 C\yde E. Wiggi~ ayor ATTEST: 0i2tu&·c0 i;Q~ Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk I, Patricia H. Crow, City Clerk for the City of EngJe;wood, Colorado, hereby certify the above is a true copy of Resolution No.~, Series of 1993. 8 i fi-:dmd-~ tk4 Patricia H. Crow