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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes ADVISORY PARK BOARD MINUTES MAY 9, 2005 Present: Bill Akan, Ted Bowen, Bill Gogolewski, Kay Hansen, Jim Michelson, Larry Pasquini Excused: Jim Schwochert, Terry Wohler Staff: Thomas Stephany, Director of Parks; Bill Sturm, Landscape Operations Manager/City Forester; Steve Dobish, Lakeshore Golf Course General Manager; 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 Motion by Bowen for approval of the April 11, 2005 minutes, as distributed. Seconded by Gogolewski. Motion carried 6-0. PARK BUSINESS 1)Menominee Park Basketball Court Mr. Stephany reiterated the proposal as stated in his memo to the Board dated May 6, 2005 (said memo on file at the City Parks office and made a part of these minutes). Ms. Wendorf distributed an email staff received on May 9, 2005 (said email on file at the City Park’s office and made a part of these minutes) from Jim Rothe, 1007 Hazel Street, stating he would prefer proposed location #3. JoAnn Pollock, 1105 Baldwin, stated she owns the property at 1005 Hazel Street. She stated that a basketball court across from the Hazel Street property would be a noise nuisance activity as well as a safety hazard. She is of the opinion that proposal #3 would be the best fit for a basketball court. Connie Bachhuber, 1019 Hazel Street, stated she would prefer proposed location #3 also. Her concern with the basketball court being across the street from her residence is the parking issue. Helen Herlache, 1029 Hazel Street, stated opposition to the proposed basketball court being installed across from her property. Mr. Akan inquired if the basketball courts would be used 24 hours a day, seven days a week? Mr. Stephany stated the courts would not be lighted, therefore, they would not be usable 24 hours a day. Mr. Bowen expressed concern with trees being destroyed/removed if the basketball court was installed in proposed location #3. Mr. Stephany stated there is one small oak tree that is half-dead at present that would be removed, and that the other trees in that location would not interfere with the proposed court. Mr. Gogolewski inquired if the area north of Shelter #4 was considered? Mr. Stephany stated he felt the area was too tight and not the best fit. Mr. Bowen stated he also did not think the area north of Shelter #4 would be a good choice since it would make the area too “packed” and he did not like the “shoehorn” effect. He stated he was in favor of option #3 because it has a buffer between the busy street and parking would not be an issue. Chairman Michelson concurred that option #3 is the best location for the proposed court. Motion by Bowen to approve the location of the Menominee Park basketball court at Option #3 location east of Hazel Street, north of East Parkway Avenue (south of the soccer field). Seconded by Pasquini. Motion carried 6-0. ADVISORY PARK BOARD MINUTESPAGE TWOMAY 9, 2005 2) Amend Boat Launch Ordinance Mr. Stephany reiterated the proposal as stated in his memo to the Board dated May 6, 2005 (said memo on file at the City Parks office and made a part of these minutes). He stated the proposed changes in the Ordinance were recommended by the boat launch rangers because they are aware of the parking problems. Mr. Akan inquired since several of these locations are outside of the boat launch areas, would the rangers have permission to ticket people parking on the City streets? Mr. Stephany stated the rangers have the authority to ticket violators of the Ordinance. Mr. Gogolewski inquired how are the parking violations being enforced at present? Mr. Stephany stated the boat launch rangers go out and ticket at various times and at various locations. Mr. Pasquini inquired if the County and City considered tying their boat launch programs into one program? Mr. Stephany stated discussions had been made in the past, but the County’s fees are higher than the City’s. He doesn’t foresee the City and County entering into a reciprocal agreement in the near future. Motion by Bowen for approval of the amendments to the Boat Launch Ordinance as proposed. Seconded by Gogolewski. Motion carried 6-0. 3)Agreement of Leased Rides Mr. Stephany reiterated the proposal as stated in his memo to the Board dated May 6, 2005 (said memo on file at the City Parks office and made a part of these minutes). Mr. Pasquini suggested that the contract be amended to include a provision that the Leasor’s initial response to the City’s request for labor and maintenance for major mechanical breakdowns and problems be made within a reasonable amount of time (i.e. 48 hours). Motion by Pasquini for approval of the Lease Agreement/Amusement Rides with inclusion of a provision that the Leasor’s initial response to the City’s request for labor and maintenance for major mechanical breakdowns and problems be made within a reasonable amount of time (i.e. 48 hours). Seconded by Akan. Motion carried 6-0. PARK DIRECTOR’S/STAFF’S REPORTS Mr. Stephany reported that there is a strong possibility the Leach Amphitheater may be opened for the first concert on May thth 26. There is an open house being scheduled for June 4, which is planned to be a family-oriented event, with a show/concert between 7-9 PM and fireworks at 9 PM. Mr. Sturm stated the sod at the amphitheater should be going in on Wednesday and it would normally take 4-6 weeks to knit in properly, but with the irrigation system in place, the crews should be able to have it in place sooner. Mr. Dobish gave a brief report on the Lakeshore Golf Course revenues and stated the revenues are almost the same as last year. He reported some ice damaged occurred – greens were severely damaged, but the crews can now start over-seeding. Crews will also concentrate on repairing green #14. Otherwise, the golf course is in relatively good shape. Mr. Gogolewski inquired if the irrigation system was repaired? Mr. Dobish stated the repairs were made. Discussion ensued as to improvements/replacement of green #14. Mr. Sturm reported that parks crews are working on a lot of maintenance issues, athletic fields, and ball diamonds. The forestry crews are busing planting trees. He also stated the City celebrated Arbor Day on Thursday, May 5 in Menominee Park. The fourth graders at Emmeline Cook School helped with the planting of a tree and the Mayor and other City th dignitaries were present. This is the City’s 24 year as Tree City USA. ADVISORY PARK BOARD MINUTESPAGE THREEMAY 9, 2005 th Mr. Stephany stated that the newly hired Parks Supervisor, Vince Maas, begins his responsibilities on Monday, May 16 and will be introduced to the Board at their next regularly scheduled meeting. BOARD MEMBERS’ COMMENTS Mr. Bowen stated he is impressed with the maintenance issues being addressed in a timely fashion by the Parks/Forestry crews. Mr. Pasquini stated that the infield that was spread out at Red Arrow Park is really nice. Discussion ensued as to future Capital Improvement projects (CIP) and it was decided that the Board would meet at th Rainbow Park on June 13 to do a tour of the park. Some possible suggestions for Rainbow Park are road improvements and construction of a new 20x40 shelter. If possible, the Board would also visit Red Arrow Park to discuss proposed projects there, such as fencing by the diamonds, regrading, and a shelter. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business, Motion by Akan to adjourn. Seconded by Gogolewski. Motion carried 6-0. The meeting adjourned at 6:56 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Trish Wendorf Recording Secretary