HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-10-14 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of October 14, 1993
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 Malley Senior Recreation Center.
Members present: Armstrong, Christie, Gerlick, Markwood, Neyer, Waggoner,
Black, ex officio
Members absent: Gomes
Also present: Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager
Dona Kooy, Malley Center Supervisor
Dave Lee, Golf Course Superintendent
Carol McGuigan, Recreation Program Administrator
Pat Austin, Recreation Program Administrator
Kit Botkins, Recreation Program Administrator
Jim Dullea, Norris/Dullea Company
Pete Elzi, THK Associates, Inc.
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of
September 9,. 1993. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be
approved as presented. The motion passed unanim.ously.
Recreation Department staff members were introduced: Dona Kooy, Malley Center
Supervisor; Carol McGuigan, Program Administrator overseeing Cultural Arts, Arts and Crafts,
Performing Arts, and Youth Job Programs; Pat Austin, Program Administrator overseeing Outdoor
Recreation, Belleview Children's Farm, Special Events, and Special Dinners for Seniors; and Kit
Botkins, Program Administrator overseeing Adult and Senior Fitness and Dance Programs, Yoga,
and Thai Chi.
Director Black introduced Jim Dullea of the Norris/Dullea Company, and Pete Elzi from THK
Associates, Inc. Using charts and diagrams, Mr. Dullea discussed the final proposal for expansion
of the Englewood Golf Course, explaining that this proposal differs only slightly from the original
proposal, in that the three hole teaching facility has been eliminated as a result of unsuccessful
attempts to obtain two of the four parcels of land to the east of the Golf Course that were
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originally marked for acquisition. Negotiations are currently under way for the two remaining
parcels.
Mr. Dullea reviewed proposed expansion plans for the Golf Course clubhouse, which
includes storage, kitchen and office space expansion; relocation of the pro shop entrance; and the
addition of an indoor teaching facility. Parking upgrades, as well as tree and shrub plantings at the
clubhouse, and along Oxford Avenue and the east boundary of the course will also be added.
Mr. Dullea stated that the proposed Golf Course expansion involves a 4.5 million dollar
budget with a 20 year bond repayment schedule. Construction could begin as soon as this
upcoming winter season, with completion in March of 1995. Clubhouse construction , however,
may be postponed until the fall of 1994 to minimize disruption to the course operation. Mr. Dullea
stated that they are attempting to create a construction schedule that will least interfere with play
of the course, thereby minimizing revenue loss.
Commissioner Armstrong made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Christie, to
recommend to City Council to approve the final Golf Course expansion proposal as submitted by
the Norris/Dullea Company. Facilities included in the final proposal include a par three 9-hole
addition, expansion of the existing clubhouse, and the addition of an attached indoor teaching
facility. The motion passed unanimously.
Director Black distributed information regarding items that will appear on the November
ballot. Brief discussion ensued concerning voter approval of Special Improvement Districts.
Director Black noted that he had an opportunity to vis it with former youth member Ray
Ramelow (Nov. 1988 -Oct. 1989) at the CPRA Fall Conference. Ray asked that Black relay to the
Commission that, largely due to his experience serving on the Parks and Recreation Commission,
he changed his college major to the field of recreation, and is now employed with the Glenwood
Springs Parks and Recreation Department.
Director Black advised that staff is in the process of reviewing the current fee structure
within the Recreation Department, including Recreation Center admission fees, rental fees,
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program fees, etc. Black stated that he plans to present a consistent Department-wide fee
schedule for Commission's review in early 1994.
Director Black advised that the City's property appraisal of the Riverside Miniature Golf
Course has been completed. Black stated that City administrators do not feel it is in the best
interest of the City to pursue purchase of the facility at this time. Black will convey new
developments regarding Riverside's future as they occur.
Operations Manager Kavinsky advised that the City's application for a grant from the
Division of Wildlife, in the amount of $43,000, has been approved for construction of a fishing
pier and hiking paths around Centennial Lake.
C.hairman Neyer inquired as to the status of youth member recruitment stating that he had
been informed of some forthcoming app l ications. Staff advised that none have been received.
Commissioner Christie suggested that the Commission might be interested in viewing the
11 Englewood by Design 11 video that was prepared by the City as a promotional tool. Director Black
will arrange to show the video at the November Commission meeting.
Commissioner Christie also discussed a video prepared by Englewood Schools that she feels
would be of great interest to members of the Commission. Director Black stated he will contact
Larr:y Nisbet, Director of Community Outreach for Englewood Schools, concerning viewing this
video.
There was some discussion regarding scheduling of meetings for Leadership 2000.
As assigned in the 1993 Commission Goals and Objectives, Commissioner Armstrong
advised that she will meet with Parks Administrator Chris Korba regarding construction design for
Centennial Lake, and will solicit volunteer assistance previously offered by RBI.
Commissioner Armstrong acknowledged an article that appeared in the Englewood Herald
concerning the Recreation Department's use of_ volunteer staff. Director Black commended his
staff for the success of the volunteer program.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
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