HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-11-10 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of November 10, 1994
The regular monthly meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to
order at 5:35 p.m. by Chairman Gomes at the Englewood Servicenter Training Room.
Members present:
Members absent:
Also present:
Christie, Dreiling, Gerlick, Gomes, Markwood, Waggoner, Black, ex officio
Armstrong, Neyer
Chuck Esterly, Director of Public Works
Chairman Gomes asked ifthere were any additions or corrections to the minutes of October 13,
1994. There were none . A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. The
motion passed.
Director Black entered the meeting at 5:37 p .m .
Director Black reported on the current status of the Larry Scott property, which the City acquired
through the Larry Scott estate in 1991. Black stated that the original tenant continues to rent the house from
the City and has been a model tenant and resident of the community. Black stated he will provide the
Commission with a financial update of the property after the first of the year when a complete up-to-date
accounting of revenues and expenditures is available. Black noted that the Housing Authority is managing
the property for the City at a cost of $30 .00 per month. Black passed around recent photographs of the
property for Commission's viewing.
Youth Commissioner Dreiling entered the meeting at 5:43 p .m.
Director Black apprised the Commission of the outcome of the Commission's meeting with City
Council , held on October 17. Black stated that as a result of concerns expressed at the meeting regarding
ballfield lighting at Regional Park, City Council suggested that they, along with the Parks and Recreation
Commission, meet with the South Suburban Parks and Recreation Board to discuss common interests and
concerns evolving from construction of the Regional Park. Black stated he will advise Commission
members when a meeting date has been determined.
Commissioner Markwood entered the meeting at 5 :46 p.m .
Director Esterly reviewed hist ory behind the recent expansion of Baker Park, reminding the
Commission that a survey of park neighbors indicated the need for basketball facilities. Esterly stated that a
written commitment from the Schools was obtained stating that access to the basketball court at the
Alternative High School would be made available to park users , and the City would repair and maintain that
court. Esterly stated that the principal of the Alternative High School has indicated a desire to restrict the
hours for public use of the court. Esterly maintains that the City, having spent approximately $4,000 to
repair the court, was assured by the Schools that the court would indeed be available for public use.
Commissioner Christie stated she would discuss this matter with the principal of the Alternative High
School. Esterly stated that additional improvements to Baker Park include installation of an irrigation
system, sod and two raised gardens for the Volunteer Flower Program.
Chairman Gomes reported that the Malley Center Trust Fund Committee met recently to finalize
plans for construction of a cabinet for display of Hummel figurines which were donated to the Center by
Elsie Malley. Gomes stated that the value of the collection is estimated to be $4,005.00. Gomes stated that
the Trust Fund Committee will make a recommendation to City Council to approve use of Trust Fund
money for construction of the cabinet.
Chairman Gomes advised that the Malley Center Trust Fund Committee would like to meet, at a
future date, with the Malley Advisory Board and the Parks and Recreation Commission to discuss plans for
expansion of the Malley Center using the land purchased from the adjacent St. Louis School. Commission
members will be notified when a date has been determined.
Chairman Gomes also advised that some terms of office on the Malley Trust Fund Committee will
expire soon and the process will begin to fill the vacancies.
There was brief discussion regarding construction at the Golf Course. Director Black advised that
the driving range has been open for approximately two weeks and staff is pleased with the positive feedback
from patrons. Construction of the foundation for the clubhouse expansion is expected to begin in the next
few days. Black stated that the Par 3 course is completely seeded, however it is expected that germination
will not occur in some areas because of the late seeding. Staff expects that reseeding will be necessary in
the Spring. Black noted that reseeding is included in the contractor 's agreement.
The Commission discussed the advantages of exchanging information between City and Schools
with regard to money saving features and programs such as contracting natural gas services with private
companies vs. the Public Service Company. Director Esterly stated that interruptable electric rates are also
available, causing considerable savings for such services as pumping of irrigation in our parks. Esterly
stated that the Public Service Company will provide money and energy saving reviews free of charge .
The meeting was adjourned at 6 :05 p.m .
Lindsay J. Wilks, Recording Secretary
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