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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-11-11 PRC MINUTES• • • I. II. III. City of Englewood PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Minutes of November 11, 1999 CALL TO ORDER The regular monthl y meeting of the Englewood Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 5:29pm by Chairperson Gomes at the Golf Course Clubhouse, 2101 W. Oxford Avenue. Present: Austin Gomes, Chairman Carolyn Armstrong, Commission Member Kathy Christie, Commission Member Mitch Waldman, Commission Member Kells Waggoner, City Council Liaison Kendra Grazulis, Youth Commission Member Jerrell Black, ex officio Absent: Steve Neyer, Vice Chairman Also present: Gary Hultberg, Manager of Recreation Bob Spada, Manger of Golf APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chairperson Gomes asked if there were any additions or corrections to the minutes of October 14, 1999. There were none. A motion was made to approve the minutes as presented. The motion passed unanimously. SCHEDULED VISITORS Director Black introduced Kendra Grazulis , the newly appointed Youth Commission member to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commission members introduced themselves. Director Black then presented a plaque and recognized City Council Member Waggoner for his service and dedication to the Parks and Recreation Commission the past eight years. Waggoner's Council term expired on November l , 1999. IV. UNSCHEDULED VISITORS v. There were no unscheduled visitors. MUSEUM OF OUTDOOR ARTS/DAVID TAYLOR DANCE THEATER Director Black updated Commission members on the Museum of Outdoor Arts and David Taylor Dance Theater. Black reported that the City of Englewood is still in negotiations with David Taylor. Black explained that the City has progressed further with the Museum of Outdoor Arts. Black went on to explain that City Council passed the MOA agreement on first reading but due to issue s being raised in regards to MOA's presence at CityCenter Englewood, City Council has called a Special Meeting for November 22nd. Commission members were encouraged to attend. VI. APRS FITNESS AW ARD Gary Hultberg , Manager of Recreation , stated that last month Commission members were informed that the City of Englewood , Department of Parks and Recreation won the Fitness City Award. Hultberg announced that on Tuesday night, a reception was held at the Englewood Recreation Center to recognize staff involved with the award. Hultberg explained that t-shirts were distributed to staff and that he also had t-shirts for Commission members. Commission members received their t-shirts. Director Black added that Linda Kotowski, president of APRS (American Parks and Recreation Society) represented the Fitness City Award at City Council last Monday night. VII. CITYCENTER ENGLEWOOD UPDATE Commission members were told that the closing with Wal-Mart is scheduled for next week. Black reported that construction on the Civic Center is moving forward and on schedule for the move in May . In regards to a residential developer, Black stated that the City of Englewood and Miller Weingarten are currently working with Legacy but that it looks as if the City will enter into negotiations with Trammel Crow. The City is waiting for a list of interested tenants from the retail developer by the end of this month. Black reported that R TD is planning a celebration for the opening. Discussion followed regarding a fee break for RID users . Commission member Waldman asked in regards to the General Iron site. Mr. Waggoner responded that it has been agreed to split the site. Waggoner added that the neighborhood meeting went well. VIII. DIRECTOR'S CHOICE After brief discussion , it was consensus of Commission members to cancel the December meeting if there were no agenda items scheduled. A meeting would be called if agenda items come up. Manager of Recreation Hultberg explained that as a result of staffing salary and benefit increases with the Before and After School program, a fee increase of ten percent will be administered the beginning of January. Hultberg went on to explain that by City Council action, the Before and After School program is mandated to break even. Hultberg added that even with the increase, the City's B&A program is still well below private and public sector. IX. COMMISSIONER'S CHOICE Commission member Armstrong asked in regards to the story behind the Englewood symbol. Waggoner gave a brief history. Commission members were told that there is a business card with the history of the symbol, which would be included in the next Commission packet. Armstrong spoke in regards to a program for individuals with disabilities, CP for DP, that she has worked with. The program is in conjunction with Developmental Pathways. Commission member Waldman announced that the Girls Softball team, Englewood Diamondbacks, finished their season undefeated. • • • • • • Youth Commission member Grazulis spoke in regards to the Little Dry Creek sculpture garden . Grazulis reported that she has heard positive comments regarding the art from Englewood High School students . In reference to Grazulis ' comments , Director Black announced that the opening ceremony for the Sculpture Garden would be next Spring. Commission member Christie asked how long the pieces will be there. Black replied for two years. Chairperson Gomes asked if there has been any vandalism . Recreation Manager Hultberg reported that there has been some vandalism and that the artists have been very good in getting the pieces repaired, as addressed in the contract. Commission member Armstrong asked in regards to safety issues with the artwork. Director Black stated that Risk Management examined the artwork and determined that there were three pieces that had safety issues. Adjustments were made to those three pieces . Christie asked about the current City Hall building and its future. Mr. Waggoner commented that it is part of Phase II. Christie suggested that the City of Englewood and the Englewood School District work together in determining if the building would be suitable for school usage. Director Black stated that it would be an item for the School and City Committee. Commission member Armstrong asked if a new City Council Liaison had been appointed to the Commission . Black replied that a new appointment had not been made yet. Chairperson Gomes reported that at Romans Park, the sidewalk has been fixed , the sod replaced and the lights turned back on. Gomes added that the sundial is still up. Mr. Waggoner spoke in regards to the Public Meeting on November 22nd concerning MOA . Waggoner commented that he is aware that some Commission members have strong feelings regarding the MOA agreement. Waggoner went on , explaining that MOA would be bringing in over one million dollars worth of artwork and that Englewood needs a "people draw". Waggoner encouraged Co mmission members to attend the meeting. Commission member Waldman asked if MOA and David Taylor are two separate issues. Mr. Waggoner replied yes . Discussi o n followed whether the City can economically justify MOA 's and David Taylor 's presence in Englewood. IX. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 6:50pm. Deborah A . Severa, Recording Secretary