HomeMy WebLinkAbout1994-12-08 PRC MINUTESEnglewood Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of December 8, 1994
Tue 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 Public Library, Perrin Conference Room.
Members present:
Members absent:
Also present:
Armstrong, Christie, Dreiling, Gerlick, Gomes, Neyer, Black, ex officio
Markwood, Waggoner
Chuck Esterly, Director of Public Works
Bob Burgener, Recreation Services Manager/Golf Course
Jack Poole, Operations Coordinator/Golf Course
Chairman Gomes asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes ofNovember 10, 1994.
There were none . A motion was made and seconded that the minutes be approved as presented. Tue motion
passed .
Commissioner Gerlick entered the meeting at 5 :39 p.m .
Director Black distributed an information sheet listing options established by staff regarding a shot gun
tournament program being considered for implementation at the Englewood Golf Course as a result of a request
for such a tournament from the Clean, Green and Proud Commission earlier this year. Director Black reviewed the
four options:
Option I: No change in existing policy.
Option II: Allow two shot gun tournaments per month, during the week only.
Option III: Allow shot gun tournaments on weekends, two tournaments per month.
Option IV: Continue existing policy; reconsider options for 1996.
There was considerable discussion regarding the effect scheduling shot gun tournaments might have on the
play of regular players and leagues. Possible loss of revenue to the City was also discussed. Director Black stated
that conducting shot gun tournaments is preferred by many organizations because of convenience to their
e participants .
Director Black explained that closing the course to the public while holding shot gun tournaments is a
potential opportunity for revenue loss to the City unless a minimum fee is required from participants. Black stated e
that in order to prevent this revenue loss, staff has established that, should a shot gun tournament program be
implemented, a ~inimum fee of $4,500 (100 players), and $45 per player over 100 players, would be required
when scheduling a shot gun tournament. Commissioner Neyer suggested that organizations be required to post a
$4,500 bond when the $4,500 cash requirement is not possible.
Commissioner Armstrong made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Christie, to support staffs Option
IV -Continue existing policy, revisit for 1996. -however allowing the Clean, Green and Proud Commission, who
sought approval from the Parks and Recreation Commission, to hold a shot gun tournament in 1995, and, for future
reference, using their tournament as a means to determine an approximate number of complaints that might be
received from regular players. It is understood that the Clean, Green and Proud Commission will meet the $4,500
minimum cash requirement or present a $4,500 bond to hold this tournament. The motion passed unanimously.
Director Black added that he feels most comfortable with option IV since it offers an alternative for
regular golfers with the opening of the Par 3 course.
Copies of the 1995 Commission meeting schedule were distributed to Commission Members. Director
Black advised that staff is attempting to schedule a future meeting at the Recreation Center, however class
scheduling takes precedence.
Director Black advised that the Clean, Green and Proud Commission, as suggested by Commissioner
Neyer during a recent telephone poll, will sponsor the Holiday Lighting Contest.
Copies of an Emdewood Herald article, "What's Your Opinion?", regarding the City's volunteer flower
program were distributed for Commission's information.
Commissioner Armstrong reported that she received information at a recent CPRA Executive Board
meeting that CPRA's access focus group will be making their recommendations in January with regard to setting
state-wide standards for handicap access plans for pools and parks. Director Black advised that the City of
Englewood formed an ADA plan for access to all City facilities.
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Commissioner Christie requested that City employees working with the Before and After School Program
provide official City receipts when requesting reimbursement for program expenses. ,
Chairman Gomes asked if a solution has been worked out with the Alternative High School regarding
public use of the basketball court. Commissioner Christie advised that, after speaking with School Superintendent
Davidson, the situation has been taken care of.
Commissioner Gerlick reported that the Cultural Arts Committee and Chamber of Commerce are
discussing combining some smaller City events, such as the employee auto show, with a larger festival event and
asked the Commission to advise of anyone who may be interested in serving on the committee to sponsor the
festival. Ger lick also advised that a group is attempting to purchase the Gothic Theater. Youth Member Dreiling
discussed the lack of establishments for youth entertainment and suggested consideration be given to developing
the Gothic Theater into a teen dance facility.
Dreiling also mentioned her dissatisfaction with the After Prom Party at the Recreation Center last year
and plans to suggest to the planning committee that it be moved to the High School. Director Black stated that all
facilities at the Recreation Center, requested by the After Prom Planning Committee, were open for students use.
Black added that he is willing to accommodate the program in every way possible. Discussion ensued.
There was brief discussion regarding the recent addition of female wrestlers to the Englewood High
School wrestling team .
Chairman Gomes reminded the Commission that the fireworks display will no longer be sponsored by the
City of Englewood. There was brief discussion regarding sale of 3D glasses to raise funds to support the program .
. Gomes stated that the Fireworks Committee will schedule a meeting with local businesses to determine if there
will be interest among the business owners to financially support the program. Discussion ensued.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 p.m.
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