The September 15 Board Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners began with Eleanor Saliamonas, Treasurer of Citizens for Glen Ellyn Preservation making several comments during Public Participation. Included in her comments were seeing the Lake Ellyn Boathouse preserved since she identified it as a CCC project (it was a WPA project), concern with the Park District building what she refers to as “mini theme parks”, and her opposition to the Park Districts proposal for artificial turf at Memorial Field. Park Board President Sandra Minogue mentioned that Turf was an Agenda item, would be discussed at length later on in the meeting as well and that it was District’s 87’s plan for artificial turf at Memorial Field – not the Park Districts.
In stating her opposition to artificial turf, Ms. Saliamonas mentioned that it is being removed from fields in New York because it is found to be cancer causing. While Ms. Saliamonas was addressing the Board Eric Peterson from Glen Ellyn Life walked in, sat in the second row and proceeded to set up a camera and tripod. Board President Minogue inquired: “Before we go any further, sir? May I ask what we’re doing, what you’re doing?” Mr. Peterson proceeded to introduce himself and state: “Sounds like there’s a lot of excitement here happening and I thought I would capture it on videotape for the rest of the community”.
Mr. John Waters also addressed the Board during Public Participation to state his continued opposition to artificial turf at Memorial Field. He remarked that the Ackerman Sports Complex looks fantastic and while he understands turf will be inside, he has no health and safety concerns with it there as it will be contained and temperature controlled. He concluded that the District would have fewer complaints from the community if the Park District put turf at Ackerman Park instead of contributing to the project at Glenbard West in return for field space. Mr. Waters concluded by asking the Board to spend their money wisely and he thought they had, to date.
In reference to the proposed agreement for the temporary construction & permanent easements between the District and Glenbard Wastewater Authority regarding the reconstruction of the St. Charles Road Pumping Station Facility within Ackerman Park; Superintendent of Parks Dave Scarmardo clarified his discussions with the Village about the specifics for removal and disposal of soil during this project. He requested the Board approve the agreement as the project was scheduled to begin in October. Commissioner Ed Hess had asked for the clarification earlier and was satisfied with the response. The Board moved to approve.
Regarding the District 87 proposal for synthetic turf at Memorial Field, Dr. Michael Meissen, Superintendent and Sally Goggins from Gain Ground were present to answer any questions. The proposal is for $20,000 a year for 8 years in exchange for use of Memorial Field on Saturdays from 3:00PM to 6:00PM and all day on Sundays during the school year, spring and fall. Memorial Field is already being used in the summer by the Park District for the Summer Camp Program. In lieu of using Capital Expenditures or tax dollars for this project, the Glen Ellyn Park District was asked by Superintendent Meissen to forgo their 15% of revenue from the co-sponsored summer camps each summer for the next 8 years.
Commissioner Julia Nephew requested clarification of the Districts role in the summer camps. Kathleen Esposito, Superintendent of Recreation explained the District’s role in the camps, the funding and marketing. Park District Executive Director Cory Atwell clarified that the concern for providing any financial assistance has always been cost to play and Director Atwell felt that this proposal was the best proposal so far between District 87 and the Park District. Commissioner Jay Kinzler requested financial clarification on the entire Turf project at District 87 and the Park District funding
In recognizing the strong emotions on both sides of the Turf issue, Commissioner Kinzler commented on the need for field space, and that the program participants who use the fields are pretty much in favor of it since turf is a lot safer than it used to be and he pointed out the injuries caused on natural fields with the hazards of holes, divots and cleat marks. Kinzler further remarked that the parents whose children use the fields support artificial turf, regardless of the arguments about Turf’s safety.
Commissioner Melissa Creech felt more information was needed on the District 87 Turf Proposal. Commissioner Creech specifically questioned the Park District partnership with D-87, access and if the agreement would spell out the hours. Creech asked if the cost was comparable to renting field space elsewhere and if the Park District should turf their own fields. She concluded that since the Summer Camp Revenue was a percentage, she had concerns with using those funds but also had concerns with using Capital Expenditures.
Commissioner Hess suggested looking at the numbers for the turf proposal differently. Hess asked the Board to consider the cost savings to the Park District by removing school programs out of the District and back to D-87 with Turf at Memorial Field. The $20,000 over 8 years may actually represent a savings to the Park District. He concluded this could be a wonderful addition for the community and Glenbard West.
Commissioner Ron Aubrey reminded the Board that they have spent a lot of time getting to this point and that there have been a lot of complaints but not a better solution. Aubrey further remarked that the proposal breaks down to $83 an hour and that is cost effective. Commissioner Hess asked for a consensus of the Board and if they should even be pursuing the turf project. Commissioners Jay Kinzler, Ron Aubrey, Ed Hess, and Board President Sandra Minogue all supported moving forward with this proposal, Commissioner Melissa Creech wants more information and Commissioner Julia Nephew was undecided.
Commissioner Kinzler previously requested a Usage Survey at the Spring Avenue Recreation Fitness Center (SARC). The results indicate that 1 person would drop their SARC membership for Ackerman Sports Complex (ASC), 47 would stay at SARC and not move to ASC and 8 were undecided. 36 would retain their membership at SARC, 8 would jointly join ASC and 12 were undecided. In spite of the User Survey Commissioner Julia Nephew stated the District should phase out the SARC Fitness Center, and that they should move the equipment over to ASC for a cost savings. Board President Minogue stated that “…she is confident that staff will monitor usage. The people who want the SARC Fitness Center are part of the Park District community. The SARC Fitness Center is what that community wants and it meets their needs. We have a group that wants it. It is important (to them). We will leave it in staff’s hands for now.”
Commissioner Nephew continued to comment that the residents want them to make wise financial decisions. Commissioner Hess found these comments interesting and reiterated the communities support for the SARC Fitness Center. He reminded the Board that not all programs are funded by the program and of the District’s commitment to providing services to the community. He concluded that “… if all programs were black and red they would close a lot of programs and that the District is there to serve the entire community …not just the most popular. We serve a great purpose for great people in a great community.”
Commissioner Creech commented in looking at value for the community they could force the SARC members to join ASC in spite of the SARC member’s location in the community.
The Board voted unanimously to approve a $222,787.60 expenditure for the new Fitness Center equipment at the Ackerman Sports Complex.
The next Workshop Board Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District is scheduled for Tuesday, October 6 at 7:00 P.M. The meetings are held at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center (SARC) 185 Spring Avenue. As with all meetings, the public is invited and welcome to attend.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
PRESERVATIONISTS PROTEST VIDEO VOTE
The Workshop Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners took place on Tuesday, September 1. Three members from Citizens for Glen Ellyn Preservation were in attendance and two spoke during Public Participation. Eleanor Saliamonas, Treasurer stated her concerns with the Ackerman Sports Complex. She said when it was proposed it was for the children because they needed the courts and fields. Her concerns are that it is huge and that people will need to pay fees to use or join. She further inquired as to how this will benefit the children of Glen Ellyn and asked how batting cages will benefit Glen Ellyn. Ms. Saliamonas concluded with her opposition to the Board’s vote concerning video taping Board meetings from the August 18 meeting and said she would gladly watch.
Chris Wilson, Past President of Citizens for Glen Ellyn Preservation stated she would like the meetings videotaped and told the Park Board that the Village does and has the meetings on the website and that she would really like to see this happen. Board President Sandra Minogue thanked them for their comments.
Dr. Nick Digrino and Dr. Dan Yoder presented the 2009 Community Survey from Western Illinois University. This entire survey will be placed on the District website: the 2005 Community survey already is: http://gepark.org/assets/PDFs/Public%20Documents/Fall2005SurveyResults.pdf
In summary, out of 7,000 households 1,164 were sampled with a 16.6% return rate. Accuracy is +/- 3%. 7 of 10 respondents were female, 43% had one or more child, 56% had a household income over $100,000 and the average years in residence were 19.1. 61% of the respondents recognized the District as a separate governmental agency while 30% realized that financial assistance is available for District programs.
The South East portion of the community had a 26% return rate for the survey, the South West 16%, North West 16%, North 16%, South 15% and the North East 11%.
In 2003 5.5% of the community used the Park District website while in 2009 that has grown to 49.7%. In response to tax dollars paid for services received 77% felt it was reasonable, 17% too high and 6% too low. 56% of the respondents felt that the parks contribute to their home value. 87% felt that the Park District contributes to their quality of life. During this economic downturn 27% said park visits will increase and 18% said their program usage will decrease. Several respondents submitted email addresses to receive Park District information.
Drs. Yoder and Digrino stated that while this survey captures the intelligence of a community in one way; it is not the only barometer. It was further recognized that the decision making process relies on a variety of tools and this is just one of them.
Regarding other Agenda items for this meeting a discussion took place regarding a proposed agreement for the temporary construction & permanent easements between the District and Glenbard Wastewater Authority regarding the reconstruction of the St. Charles Road Pumping Station Facility within Ackerman Park. Commissioner Ed Hess stated concerns with potential/possible environmental ramifications and directed Superintendent of Parks Dave Scarmardo to clarify with Glenbard and the Village specifics with removal and disposal of soil during this project.
Also on the Agenda was a request to change the Minutes of the July 21 Meeting. Commissioner Julia Nephew had requested a change to the minutes. District Counsel Steve Adams stated that the Illinois Statute requires that the Minutes reflect a summary of what was discussed with a record of motions made and votes taken. He further remarked that the Board Secretary Jeannine Sesto has done a remarkable job. Adams also commented that he has had this discussion with various Boards at the Glen Ellyn Park District over the years and that they have debated over making the Minutes a transcript or a summary. Adams said that making the Minutes a transcript was not a good use of staff resources. He stressed that the Minutes should not be a blow by blow recital of every issue, that the Minutes should have info about issues: what was proposed, motions, votes and key points of deliberation. Adams concluded that the Village of Glen Ellyn’s Minutes are a lot less detailed and suggested that be used as a barometer.
Commissioner Creech concluded that the changes requested in the July 21 Minutes could actually be deleted and they will be presented at the September 15 Meeting for the Board vote.
During Matters from Commissioners – Bill Dallman, Ed Hess, and Sandra Minogue congratulated Ron Aubrey for all of his efforts for making Madonnari a success. Commissioner Ron Aubrey related his experiences in researching the original owners of the Churchill Park property and so far his research has gone back to 1853.
Commissioner Jay Kinzler inquired about a usage survey at the Spring Avenue Fitness Center, Executive Director Cory Atwell explained it was being conducted this week and the results will be available at the September 15 Board Meeting.
The next Regular Board Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15 at 7:00 P.M. The meetings are held at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center (SARC) 185 Spring Avenue. As with all meetings, the public is invited and welcome to attend.
Chris Wilson, Past President of Citizens for Glen Ellyn Preservation stated she would like the meetings videotaped and told the Park Board that the Village does and has the meetings on the website and that she would really like to see this happen. Board President Sandra Minogue thanked them for their comments.
Dr. Nick Digrino and Dr. Dan Yoder presented the 2009 Community Survey from Western Illinois University. This entire survey will be placed on the District website: the 2005 Community survey already is: http://gepark.org/assets/PDFs/Public%20Documents/Fall2005SurveyResults.pdf
In summary, out of 7,000 households 1,164 were sampled with a 16.6% return rate. Accuracy is +/- 3%. 7 of 10 respondents were female, 43% had one or more child, 56% had a household income over $100,000 and the average years in residence were 19.1. 61% of the respondents recognized the District as a separate governmental agency while 30% realized that financial assistance is available for District programs.
The South East portion of the community had a 26% return rate for the survey, the South West 16%, North West 16%, North 16%, South 15% and the North East 11%.
In 2003 5.5% of the community used the Park District website while in 2009 that has grown to 49.7%. In response to tax dollars paid for services received 77% felt it was reasonable, 17% too high and 6% too low. 56% of the respondents felt that the parks contribute to their home value. 87% felt that the Park District contributes to their quality of life. During this economic downturn 27% said park visits will increase and 18% said their program usage will decrease. Several respondents submitted email addresses to receive Park District information.
Drs. Yoder and Digrino stated that while this survey captures the intelligence of a community in one way; it is not the only barometer. It was further recognized that the decision making process relies on a variety of tools and this is just one of them.
Regarding other Agenda items for this meeting a discussion took place regarding a proposed agreement for the temporary construction & permanent easements between the District and Glenbard Wastewater Authority regarding the reconstruction of the St. Charles Road Pumping Station Facility within Ackerman Park. Commissioner Ed Hess stated concerns with potential/possible environmental ramifications and directed Superintendent of Parks Dave Scarmardo to clarify with Glenbard and the Village specifics with removal and disposal of soil during this project.
Also on the Agenda was a request to change the Minutes of the July 21 Meeting. Commissioner Julia Nephew had requested a change to the minutes. District Counsel Steve Adams stated that the Illinois Statute requires that the Minutes reflect a summary of what was discussed with a record of motions made and votes taken. He further remarked that the Board Secretary Jeannine Sesto has done a remarkable job. Adams also commented that he has had this discussion with various Boards at the Glen Ellyn Park District over the years and that they have debated over making the Minutes a transcript or a summary. Adams said that making the Minutes a transcript was not a good use of staff resources. He stressed that the Minutes should not be a blow by blow recital of every issue, that the Minutes should have info about issues: what was proposed, motions, votes and key points of deliberation. Adams concluded that the Village of Glen Ellyn’s Minutes are a lot less detailed and suggested that be used as a barometer.
Commissioner Creech concluded that the changes requested in the July 21 Minutes could actually be deleted and they will be presented at the September 15 Meeting for the Board vote.
During Matters from Commissioners – Bill Dallman, Ed Hess, and Sandra Minogue congratulated Ron Aubrey for all of his efforts for making Madonnari a success. Commissioner Ron Aubrey related his experiences in researching the original owners of the Churchill Park property and so far his research has gone back to 1853.
Commissioner Jay Kinzler inquired about a usage survey at the Spring Avenue Fitness Center, Executive Director Cory Atwell explained it was being conducted this week and the results will be available at the September 15 Board Meeting.
The next Regular Board Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15 at 7:00 P.M. The meetings are held at the Spring Avenue Recreation Center (SARC) 185 Spring Avenue. As with all meetings, the public is invited and welcome to attend.
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
THE GLEN ELLYN PARK DISTRICT BOARD RETREAT MEET
The Special “Retreat” Meeting of the Glen Ellyn Park District Board of Commissioners was held at the Lisle Hilton on Saturday, August 29. All Commissioners were in attendance along with Cory Atwell, Executive Director. The meeting was less formal, being held at a conference table and no voting was to take place. A large portion of this meeting was dedicated to the discussion of Capital Projects; both the 10 year history and a proposed Capital Plan.
The meeting began with the exciting news that Commissioner Julia Nephew and her husband Eric Bergman are expecting twins. Congratulations to the Nephew/Bergman household!
Commissioners Ron Aubrey, Bill Dallman, Ed Hess and Board President Sandra Minogue relayed their experiences on the Board and the challenges they have all faced at one time or another when the consensus of the Board did not agree with them and when a vote has not gone their way. They all explained how this has happened to all of them at one time or another but that they are a Board, and once a decision is made they have to stand together, work together and move forward.
In the spirit of boardsmanship and opening a dialog all were asked to discuss their reasons for running. Commissioners Dallman, Aubrey, Hess, Kinzler and President Minogue all explained their history of coaching and involvement with their children’s sporting activities while echoing a strong belief in community service and giving back to the community. Commissioner Melissa Creech said everyone knows why Jay, Julia and she ran. Commissioner Nephew wants her Park District to be stronger and more responsive to the community with transparency & fiscal responsibility as in their campaign.
Touching on a history of projects, Board President Minogue expressed pride in the District’s vision – at how they do not look at programs and facilities for just now, but how they look at what is going to happen; at what they have done and what has been accomplished. Dallman recalled the debate concerning the Maryknoll acquisition and whether that was even going to happen.
Commissioner Nephew wants to see more emphasis on acquiring open space and commented on the 2005 District survey which states that the #1 priority (63%) of the residents is land acquisition. Nephew is concerned that there is too much emphasis on facilities and not open space.
Commissioner Hess asked Nephew “Where is the open space? We are more alike than you think in that we all like open space. Maryknoll was going to be housing, that was the last big parcel in Glen Ellyn and the Board at the time knew they would never have that opportunity again.” Hess also commented that they need facilities and infrastructure to support the Park District’s programs. Hess also mentioned the recent Park District acquisition of the southwest corner at Ackerman Park. He suggested that when the public inquires about land acquisition that they may not be aware of what is being done or they do not realize how little land is available and reminded the other Commissioners that the Park District is not the Forest Preserve District.
Commissioner Creech asked that in reference to a developer’s cash in lieu of land if that money shouldn't be put in a land acquisition fund. Director Atwell explained that those funds are required to be spent in the neighborhood where the development took place, not just anywhere within the District.
Commissioner Aubrey reminded all that they are Parks and Recreation and that the District is composed of 29 parks and over 300 acres. The recreation part has grown and has created a huge stress on the facilities and they need to figure out how to handle it. District 87 went to No-Cut Sports this year, the District found out after D87 made that decision. This is an example of decisions being made and the District having to keep up with the demand for fields.
Minogue commented to Creech that “I think we’re closer than you think. You’ll understand the facility side the longer you are involved.” Director Atwell explained that the Skate Park at Newton was the result of 10 kids and their parents attending a Board Meeting and asking for it. This is now a successful and viable entity. He further remarked how one Commissioner went to bat for Bocce Ball at Maryknoll and every night on his way home he observes 10-15 players using the courts.
The Capital Plan portion of the meeting was basically a wish list for the next 5-6 years. Atwell explained that things do not come off the list but that they might shift either through surveys, legislation or a safety concern. A “scoreboard” was presented with all of the proposed Capital Expenditures. Commissioners were to vote 1 thru 5 (1 most important, 5 least) and to vote their gut. Atwell gave the Board prioritized Staff recommendation. Some of the Staff recommendations were due to safety issues and changes in legislation. Staff recommendations are as follows and not in order:
Seal coating and asphalt repair at Ackerman 75,000
Re-installing Volleyball courts at Ackerman 20,000
Replacing the playground at Ackerman 125,000
Nature Center at Churchill
(pending OSLAD grant) 300,000
Campground at Churchill 5,000
Razing the house at Churchill 10,000
Replacing the playground at Manor Park 75,000
Seal coating the parking lot at Johnson Center 20,000
Safety Village at Maryknoll Education Center
(pending $40,000 state grant) 50,000
Maryknoll playground splash/shade` 75,000
SARC Parking Lot 7,500
Virginia Graeme Baker Act Sunset Pool 75,000
Lake Ellyn Shoreline Stewardship 15,000
Replace Astro Turf at Holes & Knolls 20,000 $
Sunset Pool Flag Pole 2,000
Park Signage 5,000
Land Acquisition 50,000
Director Atwell pointed out that when Governor Quinn signs the budget $40,000 in grant money will be available for the Education Center at Safety Village. He also pointed out that in reference to Sunset Pool the newly enacted Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act would require the District to spend 20% of the Capital Budget to retrofit drains at Sunset Pool to be in compliance with this law.
The Board then reviewed the rest of the “wish list” of proposed Capital Expenditures. Some examples include painting and tuck-pointing Johnson Center; all of the Commissioners gave this a high priority. A proposed trail leading from Ackerman to the Great Western Trail received more support (3) from Creech and Aubrey while the other Commissioners gave it little support (5). Meanwhile replacing - installing water fountains at Danby Park and Presidents Park received warm support from Dallman (2) and little support from the rest (5).
This meeting presented the Board with an opportunity to review what needs to be done in the parks, what they would like to be done and to start a dialog to determine what action will be taken. No votes were taken, no consensus was required and no decisions were made regarding Capital Expenditures at this meeting.
The Board also discussed a suggestion by Commissioner Jay Kinzler that they attend as Board Liaisons District Volunteer Athletic Association meetings. It was suggested instead that they invite the Co-Chair to the Board meetings instead to give the entire Board an opportunity to listen to any comments and concerns the Associations may have and that the Board as a whole would be in a better position to act in meeting the needs of the Associations.
The meeting began with the exciting news that Commissioner Julia Nephew and her husband Eric Bergman are expecting twins. Congratulations to the Nephew/Bergman household!
Commissioners Ron Aubrey, Bill Dallman, Ed Hess and Board President Sandra Minogue relayed their experiences on the Board and the challenges they have all faced at one time or another when the consensus of the Board did not agree with them and when a vote has not gone their way. They all explained how this has happened to all of them at one time or another but that they are a Board, and once a decision is made they have to stand together, work together and move forward.
In the spirit of boardsmanship and opening a dialog all were asked to discuss their reasons for running. Commissioners Dallman, Aubrey, Hess, Kinzler and President Minogue all explained their history of coaching and involvement with their children’s sporting activities while echoing a strong belief in community service and giving back to the community. Commissioner Melissa Creech said everyone knows why Jay, Julia and she ran. Commissioner Nephew wants her Park District to be stronger and more responsive to the community with transparency & fiscal responsibility as in their campaign.
Touching on a history of projects, Board President Minogue expressed pride in the District’s vision – at how they do not look at programs and facilities for just now, but how they look at what is going to happen; at what they have done and what has been accomplished. Dallman recalled the debate concerning the Maryknoll acquisition and whether that was even going to happen.
Commissioner Nephew wants to see more emphasis on acquiring open space and commented on the 2005 District survey which states that the #1 priority (63%) of the residents is land acquisition. Nephew is concerned that there is too much emphasis on facilities and not open space.
Commissioner Hess asked Nephew “Where is the open space? We are more alike than you think in that we all like open space. Maryknoll was going to be housing, that was the last big parcel in Glen Ellyn and the Board at the time knew they would never have that opportunity again.” Hess also commented that they need facilities and infrastructure to support the Park District’s programs. Hess also mentioned the recent Park District acquisition of the southwest corner at Ackerman Park. He suggested that when the public inquires about land acquisition that they may not be aware of what is being done or they do not realize how little land is available and reminded the other Commissioners that the Park District is not the Forest Preserve District.
Commissioner Creech asked that in reference to a developer’s cash in lieu of land if that money shouldn't be put in a land acquisition fund. Director Atwell explained that those funds are required to be spent in the neighborhood where the development took place, not just anywhere within the District.
Commissioner Aubrey reminded all that they are Parks and Recreation and that the District is composed of 29 parks and over 300 acres. The recreation part has grown and has created a huge stress on the facilities and they need to figure out how to handle it. District 87 went to No-Cut Sports this year, the District found out after D87 made that decision. This is an example of decisions being made and the District having to keep up with the demand for fields.
Minogue commented to Creech that “I think we’re closer than you think. You’ll understand the facility side the longer you are involved.” Director Atwell explained that the Skate Park at Newton was the result of 10 kids and their parents attending a Board Meeting and asking for it. This is now a successful and viable entity. He further remarked how one Commissioner went to bat for Bocce Ball at Maryknoll and every night on his way home he observes 10-15 players using the courts.
The Capital Plan portion of the meeting was basically a wish list for the next 5-6 years. Atwell explained that things do not come off the list but that they might shift either through surveys, legislation or a safety concern. A “scoreboard” was presented with all of the proposed Capital Expenditures. Commissioners were to vote 1 thru 5 (1 most important, 5 least) and to vote their gut. Atwell gave the Board prioritized Staff recommendation. Some of the Staff recommendations were due to safety issues and changes in legislation. Staff recommendations are as follows and not in order:
Seal coating and asphalt repair at Ackerman 75,000
Re-installing Volleyball courts at Ackerman 20,000
Replacing the playground at Ackerman 125,000
Nature Center at Churchill
(pending OSLAD grant) 300,000
Campground at Churchill 5,000
Razing the house at Churchill 10,000
Replacing the playground at Manor Park 75,000
Seal coating the parking lot at Johnson Center 20,000
Safety Village at Maryknoll Education Center
(pending $40,000 state grant) 50,000
Maryknoll playground splash/shade` 75,000
SARC Parking Lot 7,500
Virginia Graeme Baker Act Sunset Pool 75,000
Lake Ellyn Shoreline Stewardship 15,000
Replace Astro Turf at Holes & Knolls 20,000 $
Sunset Pool Flag Pole 2,000
Park Signage 5,000
Land Acquisition 50,000
Director Atwell pointed out that when Governor Quinn signs the budget $40,000 in grant money will be available for the Education Center at Safety Village. He also pointed out that in reference to Sunset Pool the newly enacted Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act would require the District to spend 20% of the Capital Budget to retrofit drains at Sunset Pool to be in compliance with this law.
The Board then reviewed the rest of the “wish list” of proposed Capital Expenditures. Some examples include painting and tuck-pointing Johnson Center; all of the Commissioners gave this a high priority. A proposed trail leading from Ackerman to the Great Western Trail received more support (3) from Creech and Aubrey while the other Commissioners gave it little support (5). Meanwhile replacing - installing water fountains at Danby Park and Presidents Park received warm support from Dallman (2) and little support from the rest (5).
This meeting presented the Board with an opportunity to review what needs to be done in the parks, what they would like to be done and to start a dialog to determine what action will be taken. No votes were taken, no consensus was required and no decisions were made regarding Capital Expenditures at this meeting.
The Board also discussed a suggestion by Commissioner Jay Kinzler that they attend as Board Liaisons District Volunteer Athletic Association meetings. It was suggested instead that they invite the Co-Chair to the Board meetings instead to give the entire Board an opportunity to listen to any comments and concerns the Associations may have and that the Board as a whole would be in a better position to act in meeting the needs of the Associations.
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