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ADVISORY PARK BOARD MINUTES AUGUST 8, 2005 Present: Bill Akan, Bryan Bain, Ted Bowen, Bill Gogolewski, Jim Michelson, Larry Pasquini, Jim Schwochert, Terry Wohler Excused: Kay Hansen
Staff: Thomas Stephany, Director of Parks; Vince Maas, Parks Operations Manager; Bill Sturm, Landscape Operations Manager/City Forester; Trish Wendorf, Recording Secretary Chairman Michelson
called the meeting to order at 6:00 P.M. A quorum was determined to be present. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mr. Wohler stated the second sentence under the Golf Course Report should be corrected
to read as follows: He stated rounds are up 1,500 and on pace for 33,000 rounds. Mr. Gogolewski stated on page 3, first line under Gogolewski/Rainbow Park Boat Launch Maintenance, that
the number of geese that camp out at night on the launch docks should read 125 and not 25. Motion by Akan for approval of the July 11, 2005 minutes, as amended. Seconded by Wohler. Motion
carried 7-0. Mr. Schwochert arrived at this time, making an 8-member Board. PARK BUSINESS 1) Red Arrow Park – Family Aquatic Center Presentation Aquatic Center campaign members Paul
Esslinger, Eileen Connolly-Keesler, Bill Wyman, Phil Martini, and Larry Brown gave a presentation of the proposed facility. They requested that approval of the name Pollock Water Park
be approved at tonight’s meeting. Discussion ensued as to surcharge rates being charged for tickets as well as naming rights for items within the facility (pillars, intertubes, etc.).
Discussion also ensued as to maintenance cost issues/responsibilities. Mr. Akan stated there are no pool or water parks that are self-sufficient. Ms. Connolly-Keesler stated that the
endowment fund could possibly be used for maintenance issues if there is unusual bad weather. Mr. Gogolewski inquired how much it would cost to enclose the proposed aquatic center, as
there is only a 1-2 month window of operation of an outside center. Mr. Martini stated the cost of enclosing the aquatic center would be double of what is being proposed. Questions arose
as to who would be maintaining the pool, supervising the patrons, etc. Mr. Stephany stated the aquatic center would be run similar to the way Pollock Pool was operated in the past –
the City would maintain the center, and the Recreation Department/School District would manage the center.
ADVISORY PARK BOARD MINUTES PAGE TWO AUGUST 8, 2005 Veronica Robinson concurred with Mr. Stephany and stated that the Recreation Department would be able to work with the Parks Department
relative to logistics with revenue and expenses. Discussion ensued as to bather loads, water tables and fencing. Eugene Winkler, 610 N Eagle Street, stated the proposed aquatic center
would enhance the quality of life for the children of Oshkosh. He wanted to thank the committee for making this proposal possible. Jeff Olmsted, 1520 Adams, inquired how close the proposed
fencing would be along Eagle Street? Would the fence be camouflaged with shrubbery? Mr. Stephany stated the fence would be attractive and similar to the fencing at the Leach Amphitheater.
There might be some low growing bushes planted along the fencing. Nancy Winkler, 610 N Eagle Street, stated she would like the fencing to be designed so the kids did not attempt to climb
over it. She stated that teenagers tend to go over fences at night and cause trouble. Marcia Rossiter, 1530 Adams Avenue, stated she was concerned with the hours of operation, lighting,
and loudness of music with the sound system. Paula Jaeger, 714 N. Eagle Street, expressed concern with parking. Phil Edminter of Evergreen Retirement Community, stated he operated the
Neenah swimming pool for five (5) years and he inquired as to procedure to sterilize the water. He stated ultra violet radiation is 1/3 the cost of chlorine. He also inquired if there
would be a change in the floodplain rating. Mr. Martini stated the floodplain rating cannot be changed. Ms. Connolly-Keesler stated the committee needs to have all money in place before
the ground breaking can begin. Mr. Esslinger stated they are looking at closing time of approximately 9 PM and the only noise would be the PA system and background music. The fencing
would be attractive. As for parking, that needs to go before the Traffic Advisory Board, of which he is a member. Mr. Martini stated he would approach the various boards and DNR for
all necessary permits and approvals, but stated they need the necessary money in the account before the proposed demolition date of September 6, 2005. Motion by Schwochert to approve
the plan for the aquatic center as proposed. In addition, to incorporate the name Pollock when naming the aquatic center. Seconded by Bowen. Motion carried 8-0. 2) Red Arrow Park – Skatepark
Proposal Anthony Schneider, James Baker and Dean Peters gave a video presentation on the Red Arrow skatepark. The group wanted to show the problems the skateboarders’ face when utilizing
the facility and their plans to raise funds to help renovate the current facility and/or build a new facility. Mr. Stephany stated the prime concern is the current flooring and he is
gathering information costs on a new floor. He stated a concrete floor would be the best option. Eugene Winkler, 610 N Eagle Street, stated he supports the work of the skateboarder’s
group and the whole concept of the skatepark. He also stated that three times a week he picks up the the trash and litter from the skatepark area and stressed that the people that skate
there need to police their own people. ADVISORY PARK BOARD
MINUTES PAGE THREE AUGUST 8, 2005 2) Election of Officers Motion by Bowen that Jim Michelson remain status quo as Chairman until the end of the 2005. Seconded by Pasquini. Motion carried
8-0. Motion by Gogolewski that William Akan remain status quo as Vice-Chairman until the end of 2005. Seconded by Bowen. Motion carried 8-0. CITIZEN STATEMENTS There were no citizen
statements. PARK DIRECTOR’S REPORTS 1) Introduce 2006 CIP Projects Ms. Wendorf distributed the map of Rainbow Park with the potential CIP projects reflected (said map on file at the
City Parks office and made a part of these minutes). Mr. Stephany stated the remaining proposed 2006 CIP projects will be scheduled for discussion at the September Advisory Park Board
meeting. Mr. Akan inquired about putting a dog park at the north end of Rainbow Park. 2) Lakeshore Golf Course Report Mr. Stephany distributed the latest golf course Statement of Revenue
& Expenses (said statement on file at the City Parks office and made a part of these minutes). He stated the entire debt service was paid and the statement only reflects revenues through
June. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business, Motion by Gogolewski to adjourn. Seconded by Wohler. Motion carried 8-0. The meeting adjourned at 8:10 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Trish
Wendorf Recording Secretary