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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks And Recreation Board - Minutes - 02/22/19834 • Ll CITY OF FORT COLLINS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MINUTES: Regular Meeting - February 22, 1983 The meeting was called to order at 6:33 P.M. by Chairman Mike ImMasche. All Board members were present. During Agenda review, two items were added as follows: 6F - High School Park Gazebo, and 6G - Lottery Status. No one spoke during Citizen Participation. The minutes of the Special Meeting of February 8, 1983, were approved unanimously (9:0) as submitted, on a motion by Jan Sheppard; seconded by Dave Adamson. Discussion on 3/40 Sales Tax Issue Board members signed three copies of the letter, to be taken by Mike ImMasche to the Coloradoan, Triangle Review and Collegian, hopefully for publication in the Letters to the Editor section. A Spanish translation will be taken by Chuck Solano to the Northside Center. Also, each Board member will have 20 copies of the letter to distribute and duplicate as they choose. Mike ImMasche will distribute approximately 300 letters at the Softball Meeting next week. High School Park Gazebo Former Board Chairman, Chuck Mayhugh, of C.R.M. Architects, was present to discuss this item. H. R. Phillips said students, faculty and parents at Fort Collins High School would like to upgrade the image of High School Park. A Gazebo, designed by Chuck Mayhugh, will be a new focal point. The Gazebo is a 24 foot octagon, 27 feet high, with a top that correlates to the Fort Collins High School tower. It will be located south of the mature trees, adjacent to Remington Street. It has a walkway and a handicapped ramp, weatherproof and, hopefully, vandalproof outlets and inside safety light. The entire project is being donated, and they are planning for construction (after the concrete is dry) with eight hours in one day. Parks would have the long-term maintenance responsibility. In addition to the Gazebo, those interested are seeking a name change from High School Park to ??? A new name recommendation will be forthcoming for Board and City Council action. After further discussion, the Board unanimously concurred that the Gazebo is a worthwhile project, and it is approved. The Board appreciates the work being done by everyone on this project. Naming of "The Farm" at Lee Martinez Park Staff has reviewed over 20 potential names for the farm at Lee Martinez Park. Centennial Farm is no longer appropriate. After discussion, the Board unanimously agreed that the name "The Farm" at Lee Martinez Park, was the best name. Exchange of Pineridge Open Space Land Mr. Joe Rosser has approached the City to trade approximately 24 of his acres with 20 city acres at Pineridge. If we make the trade, the front face of the foothills at Pineridge can be kept clear of houses. The acres owned by the City could be kept natural, and the skyline preserved. After some discussion, Jan Sheppard suggested that we include a stipulation that no houses could be built higher than the ridge line. H. R. Phillips also said we will get access from Centennial Drive to get to our property. Staff recommends that we make the trade. The Board then, on a motion by Jan Sheppard, seconded by Bob Aukerman, voted unanimously (9:0) to recommend to City Council that the City trade land with Joe Rosser at Pineridge. We should stipulate a height limit on any structures in the area subject to trade, in order to help preserve the skyline, and that we get 1 or 2 points of access. As a corollary to that motion, the Board agreed that if Mr. Rosser says "No" to our height limit stipulation, that we still proceed with the trade so that there will be no scars on the front face of the land. Donation of Open Space Land on Poudre River near I-25 A developer has approximately 55 acres of land he would like to donate to the City on the Poudre River near I-25. He is also negotiating with the City to sell 19 acres to the Sludge Farm. Staff feels this is a good donation for Open Space, and would help with our Strauss Cabin Trail. The Board enthusiastically encouraged staff to pursue acquiring this land for Open Space. Revision of Master Plan for Landings Park Staff presented a revised Master Plan for Landings Park. After some discussion, the Board, on a motion by Bob Aukerman, seconded by Jan`Sheppard, voted unan- imously (9:0) to accept the design changes and approve the new Master Plan for Landings Park, as submitted by staff. Policy for Advertising in Parks Mike ImMasche said a local restaurant owner has approached him about scoreboard advertising in Moore Park. There is currently no formal written policy in regards to limitations on time, type of advertising acceptable, taste, etc. Should all park properties be considered? What is considered tasteful? Also, weekend tournament sponsors (such as Coors, Laughing Dog Saloon, etc.) put up their signs during their events. Should we ask for an additional fee (over and above the 0&M reimbursement now charged) for this? Bob Aukerman recommended that we support raising additional revenues through advertising, but not on a permanent basis. Perhaps event advertising, and even flashing computer signs (such as at Moby Gym, French Field, etc.) are a possibility. Board members, Cathy Mulcahy, Chuck Solano and Mary Elson, volunteered to be on a Committee to work with staff to help develop a policy for advertising in Parks, and bring it to the Board for approval. Lottery Status H. R. Phillips passed out a memorandum wherein staff ranked potential uses for Lottery Funds. Board members were asked to consider these projects, and determine their own priorities (including any other project) where Lottery money could be used. H. R. anticipates Fort Collins will start receiving minimal allotments of -2- funds later this Fall, and could receive upwards of $350,000 in 1984. City Council will make the final decisions on how our Lottery money will be spent, within the Rules and Guidelines of the Conservation Trust Fund. Other Business - Ann Schroeder suggested that we contact funeral homes, etc., with our Gift Catalog, hopefully to attract donations in the memory of people. Jerry P. Brown said we will add them to our marketing list. - H. R. said Board members should view presentation (update of the P.A.R.C. it up for the next meeting. the slides of the Poudre River Trust shown last year). We will try to set The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 P.M., on a motion by Chuck Solano; seconded by Ann Schroeder; passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, MARY ELSON, Secretary MEETING ATTENDANCE Board Members Staff Guest Mike ImMasche H. R. Phillips Chuck Mayhugh Mary Elson Jerry P. Brown Bob Aukerman Randy Balok Ann Schroeder Cathy Mulcahy Chuck Solano Frances Bujack Dave Adamson Jan Sheppard Ron McClary (Poudre R-1) -3-