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CITY OF FORT COLLINS
PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
MINUTES: Regular Meeting - August 28, 1984
The meeting was called to order at 6:35 p.m. by President Chuck Solano.
Member Fran Bujack called in and could not attend. Mike ImMasche was
appointed acting secretary for the meeting.
Agenda Review: Two items were added to the printed agenda as follows:
Update on the pool/ice arena project; and 2. Update on the renovation
of the Northside Aztlan Community Center.
Citizen Participation: No Citizen Participation.
New Board Members: New Board Members Karen Schubert and David Shands
ntroduced themselves and were welcomed by the Board.
Minutes: The minutes of the last regular meeting of June 26, 1984, were
approved unanimously, as submitted, on a motion by Bob Aukerman, seconded
by Cathy Mulcahy.
1985 Recreation Fees and Charges Schedule
Jean Helburg presented the proposed 1985 Recreation Fees and Charges Schedule.
She discussed the City Council adopted policy mandating at least 50 percent
recovery of expenses, as well as the low income policy for both youth and
adults. After considerable discussion, the Board, on a motion by Mike
ImMasche, seconded by Ann Schroeder, voted unanimously (8:0) for recommending
adoption by Council of the 1985 Recreation Fees and charges schedule as
proposed by staff.
1985 Parkland Fee
H. R. Phillips discussed the Parkland Fee and the staff proposal to increase
it to $625 per each new dwelling unit in 1985. The existing 1984 fee is
$590. Staff prepared two written reports for review by the Board detailing
the current park development costs, and the background and history of the
fee. The adopted policy suggests that the fee should be increased annually
approximately equal to the inflation rate. New member Dave Shands questioned
why business and commercial development didn't contribute to the Parkland Fund,
and asked if we had ever considered tying increases to consumer price index
rather than the inflation rate. He also asked if we granted reduced rates to
low income housing, or if we ever considered a percentage of the total
cost instead of a per unit cost. Staff and others responded to his questions.
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After further discussion, the Board, on a motion by Bob Aukerman, seconded
by Bill Loy, voted unanimously (8:0) for recommending adoption by Council
of the 1985 Parkland Fee of $625, as proposed by staff.
Update on the Pool/Ice Arena Project
Jean Helburg updated the Board on the status of the Pool/Ice Arena Project;
its progress; and where the project stands. Bill Loy was the Board rep-
resentative at a meeting of swimming pool people, and he reported to the
Board. Cathy Mulcahy volunteered to be the Board representative at an
upcoming meeting of ice arena people.
Update on Northside Aztlan Center Renovation
Jean Helburg updated the Board on the status of the renovation of the
Northside Aztlan Community Center. The architect has come up with three
alternatives, which are now being considered.
Other Business
- Ann Schroeder asked for an update on the status of the Lee Martinez Park
Farm Project. H. R. discussed this with the Board. Chuck Solano reiterated
his personal support for the farm and preserving farm history. He demon-
strated a potato sack holder he used in the 'old days,' which he wants
to donate to the farm.
- Cathy Mulcahy asked about the "slick" surface at the outdoor racquetball
courts at Rolland Moore Park. Staff plans on correcting the problem.
- Jean Helburg mentioned that the Recreation Office is being automated with
word processing and will soon be on computerized program registration.
- Mike ImMasche mentioned that the Poudre R-1 representative has not been
attending meetings, and he expressed a concern that communication is
suffering.
- Jerry P. Brown noted the letter written to the State of Colorado Parks
and Outdoor Recreation Department, at the request of the Board, con-
ceptually supporting the Phantom Canyon Project. Jerry also noted the
recent response from the state, signed by Ron Holliday, State Director.
- Chuck Solano said he had met with Mayor Horak regarding the possibility of
a workshop for Board members and/or a working lunch/dinner with City
Council.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Mike ImMasche
Acting Board Secretary
Meeting Attendance
Board Members Staff
Bob Aukerman Chuck Solano H. R. Phillips
Bill Loy Karen Schubert Jerry P. Brown
Dave Shands Mike ImMasche Jean Helburg
Ann Schroeder Cathy Mulcahy Randy Balok