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PARKS COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES
February 7, 1995
Council Present: Councilmember Christi Houser, Paul Mann, Jim Bennett
Staff Present: Jack Ball, Pete Petersen, Lori Hogan, Helen Wickstrom
May Miller, Tom Brubaker, John Hodgson, Teri Stump
Others: Harold Perantie; Golf Advisory Board
GOLF ADVISORY BOARD REPORT: Harold Perantie reported that the Board met on
January 25 and formalized Board Rules and Regulations, as suggested by the Parks
Director John Hodgson.
Board appointments and elections were held with the following results: Paul Lucien - 3
years; Dan Farmer, Vice Councilmember- 3 years; Steve Dowell - 2 years; Harold
Perantie, Chair- 2 years; R. Rasco, Alternate; Rosemary Mastro, Par 3 - annual; Joe
Sly, Men's Club - annual; Karen Anderson, Ladies Club - annual; Jim Bennett, Ex
Officio and John Hodgson, Secretary.
May Miller reported that actual vs. 1994 budget revenue was down $64,904. 1993
actual vs. 1994 year-end revenue was down $408.00 and 1993 actual vs. 1994 year
end operating expenses were down $50,487. The number of rounds played will be
included in the financial report.
The junior program is progressing; the main focus is to create a program that runs
through the summer, not one week-- John Hodgson pledged a staff member to the
program.
The Ball Buster tournament included 60 players and 10 pros.
A new pro has been added to staff, Craig Price from Lapome Firs.
The Men's Club has requested the capital projects schedule and progress be included
in the newsletter.
Councilmember Bennett was concerned with the muddy range, lost balls, condition of
balls and merchandise sales. John Hodgson responded that a committee has been
established to review these issues.
Councilmember Houser asked when the restrooms will be done; John responded that
the permits will be done Friday, February 10. Pete Petersen, Superintendent of Golf
Parks Committee Meeting Minutes
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Architectural drawings progress of projects will be posted in the golf course club house.
"Pardon our Progress" signs will be posted during construction. Asphalt will be
complete on February 7, curbing next, then flowerbeds for the front of the putting green.
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Councilmember Bennett asked when the lights will be installed at L2ke Fenwick. Helen
Wickstrom, Superintendent of Parks Planning and Development and Jack Ball
Superintendent of Parks Maintenance replied, after award of contract by City Council
and 4-` fo 6 b r d3elivery of poles.
Councilmember Bennett approved of the irrigation project at Kaibara and asked what
the savings are for making signs in-house. John responded that most cities have a sign
maker on staff. One clear benefit of in-house sign making is the ability to repair
damaged signs quickly. John added that this proposal is being researched .
Councilmember Mann stated that he is impressed with what John has done with the
projects and programs.
Councilmember Bennett asked if the good weather we have been experiencing will
move the date of completion up for the golf course project. John responded that the
permit process still takes time. Staff and Arthur Martin are working together to get the
surplus soil from construction at the Regional Justice Center. This would be a savings
of$80,000 for us.
SKATEBOARD REPORT: At the request of Councilmember Mann, information on
local skateboard parks was gathered. John stated that if the Committee wants to
pursue this project, we need to talk to the Risk Manager, have City Council make major
program decisions and involve local youth in the process. Councilmember Houser
wants to proceed; she feels this is another element for kids to have something to do.
Councilmember Mann felt it might be risky, but leaving kids on the street is risky too; he
encouraged John to continue. Councilmember Bennett announced his support to
proceed. John stated that he will move forward.
REVENUE REPORT: In 1994 the deficit was actually $26,000, not 86,000. We
increased our revenue expectation in 1994, but did not meet the budget. Staff is
working on the final expense report which will show we are under proportionately with
expenses, expenses are lower by more than $26,000. Councilmember Houser was
concerned with the recent fee increases and subsequent the drop in class registrations.
John replied that the Cultural classes did drop and Day Camp was down. Staff is
researching this by examining fees, popularity of classes, etc. Summer Day Camp
Parks Committee Meeting Minutes