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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks And Recreation Board - Minutes - 10/25/19950 CITY OF FORT COLLINS CULTURAL, LIBRARY, AND RECREATIONAL SERVICES PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD CITY COUNCIL LIAISON TO THE BOARD: Councilman Bob McCluskey, Jr. STAFF SUPPORT TO THE BOARD: Jackie Rael, Administrative Aide MINUTES: Regular Meeting --October 25, 1995 CALL MEETING TO ORDER: The regular meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Board President Diane Thies. Board Member Rebecca Chavez called to say that she would not be able to attend tonight's meeting. AGENDA REVIEW: Staff added the Parks and Recreation Board 1996 Work Plan/Meeting Schedule was added to the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the Regular Meeting of September 27, 1995 were unanimously (5-0) approved on a motion by Jessica MacMillan, seconded by Roger Tarum. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION: No citizen participation. ADVERTISING IN THE PARKS Recreation Program Administrator Terry Keith said this has been pulled from the agenda as staff checked the City Code for advertising in the parks, and found this would be a violation to the present City ordinance. Roger Tarum asked if we have any advertising in the parks at this time? Terry said that during tournaments, banners can be placed in the parks for 72 hours. The only permanent advertising in parks is First National's signs in City Park at the ballfields. However, these signs will be removed within the next few months when new scoreboards are installed. Diane asked if we do allow advertising in the parks, would there be restrictions? Terry said that there would be restrictions against alcohol and tobacco. Mary Ness mentioned the advertising that has been promoted for Transfort, and questioned how that relates to the City Codes?. REGISTRY RIDGE PARKLAND ACQUISITION Mike Powers explained that this site is located at Shields and Trilby Road (west side of Shields). The Board toured this area last summer during the Natural Areas tour with Natural Resources Board and staff. The six acre parkland proposal, which will be donated by the developer, is centrally Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 25, 1995 Page 2 located in the designed housing development. Jessica MacMillan asked who the developer is? Mike replied that it is US Homes. Diane Thies asked if this neighborhood park will be a large enough site for the size of the population in this area? Mike said this will be a six -acre park site and that is an adequate size for a neighborhood park. Diane asked what the date would be to develop this park? Mike said not in the near future. A question was asked if this is in the Thompson School District or Poudre R-1? Mike said Poudre R-1. Roger Tatum said that if the density is this high in the area that we need to get an adequately sized park. The Board is in agreement of continuing negotiations on the parkland donation. Secretary Note: Staff checked with Attorney Lucia Liley, who advised us that Registry Ridge is in the Thompson RV School District. RECREATION PROGRAM FEES Jean Helburg gave an overview of the Recreation Fees and Charges that have been adopted by City Council last week. She introduced her Program Administrators in Recreation: Peggy Bowers, Youth Activities; Terry Keith, Sports; Steve Budner, Adult Activities, and Mike MCDonnell, Ice and Aquatics. Marilyn Bames and Diane Thies asked to be on the Focus Group. Steve Budner added Marilyn and Diane to the group. Jean spoke of the Poudre R-1 fee policy that is being reviewed by the School District as they are phasing in a five year fee. Fee changes in volleyball and basketball are because of the charges we will incur from the School District. There were no further comments by the Board. PICKLE PLANT PURCHASE Mike said that the Pickle Plant site was one of the four key parcels of land identified for City acquisition. An environmental assessment was conducted in this area. The 4-acre site, along with the 15,000 square foot building, would cost $290,000. The cost would be split three ways as follows: A private business would like to lease the building for five years for $70,000; Wastewater Utility Capital Reserves for $110,000; and Conservation Trust Fund for $110,000. Staff is asking the Board for a recommendation on the purchase of this property. On a motion by Eric Reno, seconded by Roger Tarum,-the Board voted unanimously (8-0) to approve the purchase of this land as presented by staff tonight. Mike said that this piece of land is critical for the river corridor. Roger said that he asks that the City keep in mind that this building be torn down and that the City not keep it and incur operation and maintenance costs on it. 1996 PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD WORK PLAN/MEETING SCHEDULE Jackie Rael presented the draft copy of the Board's 1996 work plan and meeting schedule. Jean Helburg added Youth Center as our contract will expire with the School District after two years and 0 Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 25, 1995 Page 3 at the end of 1996, there needs to be a long-range plan for the youth center. She also added budget to the fist. Southwest Community Park/Youth and Sports Complex was added by Mary Ness. Diane Thies added Partnering with Poudre Valley Hospital District for Grants for Wellness. After these additions the Board unanimously (8-0) accepted the work plan and meeting schedule for 1996. Diane asked that we work with the Hospital District Board to join with a grant for fitness. Jean said that she will meet with Diane on this. Eric Reno wanted to commend Dave Mosnik and Suzy Danford for their hard work at the Youth Center. He feels it will grow more and more every day and feels its a great asset to the community. He said it is a win/win situation for FRCC students and Youth Center. Peggy Bowers gave an update on the Youth Center. They are going to work with the Community Officers about the YAC. The staff now has phones. CSU Social Services students are securing donations to have a computer lab at the center. Peggy added that Treatsylvania at the Farm will cost $2.00 per trick -or -treater; hours 6-8 p.m. for four nights. There are 41 storefronts complete with candy. Jessica said that a private individual approached her to build a skate rink (cement floor). He is looking for sites close to EPIC or Timberline and close to the high school. She asked if it is something that the City would want to partner with him. Marilyn suggested the natural area at Shields and Taft (east side of Shields). Jean said that she has been contacted by this gentleman and referred him to the Park Planning staff. Steve Budner gave an update on the Senior Center. Participation numbers are increasing on a weekly basis especially in the fitness areas. The multi -purpose rooms are being booked continuously and we have increased the part-time staff to 6 staff who are each working 30 hours a week. Sunday evenings are drop in volleyball; Girls Varsity played there this week; two volleyball camps are scheduled. The center is being very well received by the community; today there were 48 different activities; over 400 kids attended a splash program one evening last week; and we presently have 1800 senior members. Eric asked if there are complaints from the seniors that it is being programmed for other groups. Steve said that he addresses this continually. Jessica asked about the theft issue at EPIC. Jean said that it continues to be a problem. On a motion by Marilyn Barnes, seconded by Rich Feller, the Board adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Parks and Recreation Board Minutes October 25, 1995 Page 4 Meetine Attendance Board Members Diane Thies Marilyn Barnes Sylvia Cranmer Rich Feller Jessica MacMillan Mary Ness Eric Reno Roger Tarum ;tfully s milted, Rael, Administrative Aide II Staff Mike Powers Jean Helburg Peggy Bowers Steve Budner Terry Keith Mike McDonnell Jackie Rael Guests CSU Students