PRB121189minutesMINUTES
PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MEETING, CITY OF MUSKEGO
MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1989
The monthly meeting of the Parks and Recreation Board was called to order at
6:08 P.M. by President Jerald Hulbert.
PRESENT: Jerald Hulbert, Adele Kehoe, Richard Manchester, Thomas Millonzi,
Therese Rilling, Jackie Schweitzer (Recreation Supervisor) and
Peter Theis (Parks Supervisor)
ABSENT: Alderman Dan Hilt (excused), Ronald Stephens (excused)
GUESTS: John Marson, Dale Shrank
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Richard Manchester moved to approve, as mailed, the minutes of the November 13,
1989 meeting. Tom Millonzi seconded. Motion carried.
PERSONAL APPEARANCES
M.A.A. insurance--John Marson
John Ma-son, representing the M.A.A., appeared to discuss the issue of the city
insurance policy and the inability of the M.A.A. to be carried as an additional
insured. He asked the Parks and Recreation Board that if by having a repre-
sentative on the M.A.A. Board or agree to approve their coaches list if this
would satisfy the insurance company's concern about "control". Jackie to
contact the insurance agent and report back.
Idle Isle Concession Stand--Wendy/Keith Bennett
Did not appear at this meeting.
SWAT use of pool--Dale Shrank
Dale Shrank appeared to explain to the Board about the SWAT (South West Aquatic
Team) program. Richard Manchester moved to waive the pool rental charges for
SWAT if the school board waives the portion of the rental fee for the use of
the pool charged to the Parks and Recreation Board. Tom Millonzi seconded.
Motion carried. Hours were a concern of the Board for future use. Will
approve hours for spring use that the Marlins were given, but the Board would
like to review the summer and next fall hours.
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WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE
Recreational trail letter
The Board reviewed the letter received from Arlene Doepke thanking the Board
for the WEPCO trail. They are using the trail. Board would like copies of the
letter distributed to the Mayor and Aldermen.
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, December 11, 1989, page 2
OLD BUSINESS
Demon Park shelter building update
Pete detailed the Demon Park shelter building being included in the LAWCON
application grant. Therese Rilling moved to accept the grant proposal as presented
for $16,660 ($8,330 City, $8,330 requested match) for the shelter. Tom Millonzi
seconded. Motion carried. Pete reported it appears all the high school may be
able to do is shingle the building. Pete will keep in contact with Mr. Kolff.
Looking at May 1st as a target date.
Bay Breeze/WEPCO recreational trails update
Pete reported on Phases II and III. He presented a financial report to the
Board. There was money left over from budget for both phases. The sub-committee
will meet before spring to discuss Phase IV extension. Jerry Hulbert reported
that with Boehm's development (Meadow Green West addition), he has agreed to
give the city an 8' wide asphalt strip easement from his subdivision to the
WEPCO trail (Phase I). Will be done in spring of 1990. Board wondered what
maintenance is involved. Pete replied that between Public Works and Parks and
Recreation Department, there is equipment available. Some brush clean up but
rather low maintenance kind of project.
SEWRPC master plan update
Peter has nothing to report at this time.
Future status of Idle Isle concession stand
Jackie reported that Wendy and Keith Bennett have verbally indicated they were
not interested in running the concession stand in the future. The Board is
interested in advertising for people interested in leasing the building for a
concession stand. Board requested staff to put together an ad, obtain cash flow
figures (if possible) from the Bennetts and review what it would cost for the
City to operate it.
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Dead wood policy update
Pete reported Historical Society will receive the dead wood to sell to add to
their fund.
Review LAWCON grant application
The Board discussed under the Demon Park shelter building update.
Review dance/gym coordinator/supervisor position
Jackie asked the sub-committee to schedule a time to meet to discuss the
coordinator/supervisor position. Board felt it important to meet soon, for all
parties involved.
Minutes, Parks and Recreation Board Meeting, December 11, 1989, page 3
Request to gate Phase II of recreational trail (Racine-Pioneer)
Pete reported he had received a request to gate Phase II, the portion from
Racine to Pioneer Drive due to cars travelling on that portion. Pete+ was
requested to contact the person with the request and ask him to contact the
Police Department when he sees motorized vehicles on the trail and to keep
Pete informed. Board will continue to monitor.
Recreation
Status of Marlin Swim Club/South West Aquatics Team (SWAT)
(review request of SWAT for pool use)
Jackie reported the Marlin Swim Club is disbanding. Dale Shrank has asked to
use the pool for the SWAT. The Board discussed his concerns and action is
indicated under personal appearances of these minutes.
Community tree lighting review
Jackie reported pleased with the turn out and thanked Jerry and Peter for their
assistance.
NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS
Subdivision plats from Plan Commission
None were presented for review.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, Richard Manchester moved to adjourn, seconded
by Tom Millonzi. Motion carried. The meeting adjourned at 8:12 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
THERESE RILLING
Secretary, Parks & Recreation Board
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