HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-12-08 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of December 9, 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 Public Library Conference Room.
Members present: Armstrong, Gerlick, Gomes, Markwood, Neyer, Waggoner,
Black, ex officio
Members absent: Christie
Also present: Jim Kavinsky, Operations Manager
Chairman Neyer asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of
November 18, 1993. There were none. A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be
approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously.
Commissioner Gerlick entered the meeting at 5:40 p.m.
Note: The Commission agreed to reverse agenda items 4 and 5 due to the possible need
for early departure by Commissioner Gerlick.
Commissioner Gerlick distributed copies of cost estimate information and aerial photo
copies of Belleview Park and discussed the proposed Big Dry Creek bike trail which will follow Big
Dry Creek from the Highline Canal at Littleton High School and connect with the Platte River trail.
Gerlick explained that the City is applying for funds for construction of this bike transportation trail
through the lntermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (!STEA). Gerlick stated that Big Dry
Creek through Belleview Park occupies a heavily used portion of the park, and concern has been
expressed regarding the safety of park users should the bike trail follow the creek. Two alternate
trails were proposed for Commission's consideration by a committee appointed to study various
options for routing this trail through Belleview Park:
1) One alternative follows Big Dry Creek through a heavily used portion of the park and
would make use of the existing box culvert under Belleview Avenue into Progress Park;
2) The second alternative follows the outer edge of the softball field and along the tennis
courts, descending in elevation and under a pedestrian path at the playground, then entering
Progress Park through a new to-be-constructed box culvert under Belleview Avenue. The
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Commission agreed that replacing the parking lane on Whitaker Dr., for this alternative, with a bike
trail is not acceptable.
Discussion ensued regarding additional alternative routes; signage and speed bumps to slow
bikers; and terracing to accommodate variations in altitude in the park.
The Commission agreed that the Committee should approach Bob Seams of Urban Edges to
consider other routing alternatives through Belleview Park, addressing the Commission's concerns
and suggestions prior to determining a final plan.
With regard to extending the current Golf Course concessionaire contract, Director Black
advised that staff was directed by City Council to include in the contract an increase in facility
rental to 19%; an increase in percentage of gross over $240,000 to 12%; and to maintain a grill
and full service restaurant at the Clubhouse. Black stated that a letter was forwarded to the
current concessionaire, Anderson-Malloy, Inc., describing Council's amendments to the contract;
the City has received a reply from Anderson-Malloy, Inc. accepting those conditions. Black
indicated that he and Recreation Services Manager Bob Burgener will meet with the concessionaire
to reiterate the Department's philosophy and to discuss concerns from both parties. Black stated
that the Finance Department will perform an audit prior to the contract extension becoming
effective.
Director Black announced that Commissioner Waggoner, as representative of City Council,
has been reappointed to serve another two year term on the Commission.
Director Black reported that City Council approved an ordinance to formalized the Golf
Course as an enterprise fund. The ordinance will clarify that the enterprise fund meets the
requirements of the TABOR Amendment.
Director Black advised that City Council has approved a contract to purchase the Winslow
property adjacent to the Golf Course. Closing of the purchase is scheduled for January 4, 1994
and the City will officially take possession of the property on April 10, 1994. Black also stated
that a contract to purchase the Family Camping property is close to finalization, with bonds to be
sold on December 12.
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Director Black noted that the After School Program at Cherrelyn Elementary School was
displaced over the Thanksgiving Holiday when School staff scheduled use of the facility for
another organization. An unsatisfactory facility use alternative was offered by the School, forcing
Recreation staff to relocate the program to the Recreation Center. Black stated that he will be
meeting with School officials next week to discuss the incident.
Commissioner Gerlick requested that discussion of the 1994 Goals and Objectives be added
to the January agenda.
Commissioner Gerlick advised that the Gothic Theater proprietors are planning to sell that
facility in the near future. Discussion ensued regarding possible uses and the historical value of
the property.
At Commissioner Gomes' inquiry, Director Black reported that owners of the Riverside
Miniature Golf Course are currently in the process of determining sale options of the facility. Brief
discussion ensued.
Commissioner Markwood advised that he was contacted by the Englewood Soccer
Association regarding the possibility of extending the height of the south fence at Jason Park to
prevent soccer balls from entering neighboring yards during games. Operations Manager Kavinsky
stated he will check into a solution.
Commissioner Armstrong left the meeting at 6:40 p.m.
Commissioner Waggoner updated the Commission on the status of relocating the
Englewood Depot, stating that the Englewood Housing Authority has offered a site at Galapago
and Dartmouth. The depot is proposed to house the Greater Englewood Chamber of Commerce
and a history museum. Waggoner added that the property will have to be rezoned to allow an
office to occupy the premises.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:42 p.m.
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