HomeMy WebLinkAbout1993-02-11 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of February 11, 1993
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order
at 5:35 p .m. by Vice-Chairman Gomes at the Englewood Golf Course Clubhouse .
Members present :
Members absent:
Also present:
Armstrong , Christie , Gerlick , Gomes , Gulley , Sortland , Waggoner ,
Black, ex officio
Bannick, Neyer
Charles Esterly, Director of Public Works
Bob Burgener , Golf Course Manager
Jack Poole , Assistant Golf Course Manager
Vice-Chairman Gomes asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of January 14,
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 Manager Bob Burgener , and Assistant Golf Course Manager
Jack Poole. Mr. Burgener distributed copies of The Pocket Caddy , which was produced for the Englewood
Golf Course at no cost to the City. Burgener explained that The Pocket Caddy coupon booklet provides
diagrams and a description of each hole , and can be obtained at the golf course for a $1.00 donation . All
proceeds are deposited in the account for the Junior Golf Club. At Commissioner Armstrong's inquiry,
Burgener explained the functions of the Junior Golf Program.
Director Black distributed copies of Golf Course Manager Burgener's memo recommending an increase
in golf fees . It was explained that the recommended fees are from $1 to $3 below area competitors, and annual
fees would remain unchanged. Following brief discussion , Commissioner Armstrong made a motion, seconded
by Commissioner Christie, to recommend to City Council that the' golf fees proposed in the February 9, 1993
memo to Director Black be approved as presented. The motion passed unanimously .
Director Black informed the Commission of an incident that occurred at the Englewood Recreation
Center wherein an individual was using the center to conduct private fitness assessments for personal gain .
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Director Black 11otified the individual that use of the center in this manner must cease. Black stated that he and
his staff are monitoring the situation carefully to ensure that it not continue.
Director Esterly discussed attachments to the Commission packet pertaining to Englewood's bicycle
trail system. Commissioner Gerlick questioned crossings under Santa Fe at Little Dry Creek and at Big Cry
Creek . Esterly stated that the City has requested that the box culvert flooring be raised at both of these
locations in conjunction with the Santa Fe reconstruction to allow bicycle access from Englewood to the Platte
River Greenway Trail. Esterly stated the est imated completion date of the Santa Fe project is expected to be
around 1996. Esterly reported that the City is requesting funding from the federal government , which is
administered through the state, to extend the bicycle path through Cushing Park, and to extend the trail at Big
Dry Creek through Belleview Park and into Progress Park. Funding for the Little Dry Creek trail has been
postponed until at least the 1994 CDOT (Colorado Department of Transportation) fiscal year. The Big Dry
Creek project has been applied for through the City of Littleton as a joint project with Englewood . This project
is scheduled to be funded in fiscal year 1995. Director Black suggested that during the budget process , the
Commission might want to consider recommending funding for extensions of these trails through lottery
funding. Commissioner Waggoner requested that it be determined that a bike trail is included in the Regional
Plan on Oxford from Broadway to Santa Fe. Esterly stated that it is his understanding that the City of Sheridan
is negotiating funding for a trail hookup to the Platte River Greenway Trail along Oxford between Santa Fe and
the Platte River Trail.
Assistant Golf Course Manager Poole inquired about the Santa Fe construction at Oxford and the effects
that will be created regarding access to the golf course from Santa Fe. Director Esterly stated that upon
construction completion of Navajo Street, Oxford will be closed on the east side of Santa Fe, but he is uncertain
whether or not it will be closed west of Santa Fe. A frontage road through the PACE Warehouse complex is ,
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planned to accommodate westbound traffic on Oxford via the Navajo/Quincy detour.
Director Black shared a framed collection of pictures of the Riverside Miniature Golf and Go-Kart
facility activity taken by facility owners, Scott Simpson and Jim Herdener. The picture collection will be
presented to City Council in appreciation for the City's support in their business ventures .
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Commis~ioner Armstrong reported that she had an opportunity to visit the Before and After School
Program at Cherrelyn and was impressed with the staff and the variety of opportunities that are available to the
students .
Youth Commissioner Sortland reviewed entertainment and activity options that are being considered for
the July 4 celebration at Belleview Park, as well as other summer events such as block parties and monthly city
picnics in the parks . It was suggested that activities for the July 4 celebration be coordinated with the fireworks
committee chairperson.
There was brief discussion concerning recruitment of youth Commission members .
Commissioner Gerlick distributed proof copies of the Commission's 1993 Goals and Objectives for
consideration. Brief discussion ensued.
Commissioner Christie suggested that a letter be addressed to Melody Kollath informing her of the
planned placement of park equipment at Rotolo Park as a result of the contribution from the John Rotolo Estate .
Commissioner Christie remarked that she has heard favorable comments concerning the Before and
After School Program. There was brief discussion regarding funding and licensing for this program .
Commissioner Christie commented that participation in the Englewood High School baseball program is
declining and suggested that the Recreation Department youth baseball program could enhance program
enrollment at the high school level should a more competitive Recreation program be offered.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p .m.
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