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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1980PARK AND RECREATION BOARD February 4, 1980 The City Park and Recreation Board met Monday, February 4, 1980-7:30p.m. Present were: Charles Korns Chairman Jim Logan Vice Chairman Jackie Todd Board Member Dennis Underwood Board Member Robert E. Gass Director of Parks and Recreation Woody Woodfin Councilman Peggy Barringer Recreation Director Mike Bullock Cape Youth Baseball League Ron Unterreiner Cape Youth Baseball League John Isbell Cape Youth Soccer League Fred Leport Cape Youth Soccer League Steven Curtis Cape Youth Soccer League John Sarff Cape Youth Soccer League Following introductions, Mike Bullock, Commissioner of the Program, identified the presidents of the particular leagues and outlines plans and needs for the coming season. He asked several questions: Can the diamonds be ready for league scheduled use on April 28? Can the infield of No. 6 diamond be moved 25 feet into the outfield to improve two lighting problems? Can faulty light sockets at one of the fields be checked? Can a better fence be installed on No. 9 diamond, which is in use by 8 and 9 year olds, to prevent balls and youngsters from falling into the creek? The current fence is of make do quality and not city supplied. Can a second diamond be developed for 8 and 9 year olds? Ten teams currently use the one diamond allotted to that age group. Can permission be granted for Travelers Protective Association to build a building for equal concession stand and equipment storage use and to place their name on the building, if onlythe league operates the stand and receives the income from it? Its location is planned for behind the backstop at field No. 6. Mr. Bullock stated the leagues appreciation of the $3000.00 annual appropriation in previous years and asked if it is necessary to appear before the City Council in order to receive that same assistance this year. He stated that 724 boys were in the program at the be- ginning of the last season. The Senior Babe Ruth League, headed by Ron Unterreiner, expenses last year: $2800 Insurance ( up $500.00 from previous year, and with added players) $3600 Umpire Expenses ( Volunteers umpire the 8 & 9 yr olds) $7214 Equipment ( not including $3000.00 from the City) $5500 To pay off note on loan for field lighting installation) There is a current $3500.00 note which was needed for purchaseof clothing and equipment. Mr. Bullock stated that starting this year a financial statement will be presented in local newspapers following the end of the season. Regarding income, he stated that the Jog— athon supplied $800 to $900 and that the giwanis dance supplied $1000 and that the big source of income is from McDonalds on the 50-50 coupon sales program. The concession stand, hopefully, will produce $1500 to $2000 this season. The executive committee of the league has asked to raise the boy registration fee to $10.00 this year. The estimate is that operation costs of the league this year will be $19,000. John Isbell presented the Cape Youth Soccer League plans for the beginning of soccer in Cape Girardeau. He cited the background of the game, its current phenomenal growth, its relative low cost, its suitability and appeal to both boys and girls in ages from kin— dergarten upward and that each player has the same equipment and the same opportunity to platy the ball as any other player. A current survey has brought in more that 300 responses from children in kindergarten through 6th grade and responses from several adult with years of past soccer experience, who have voluntered to manage coach, or refree as needed. Currently, the forty—plus members of the organization, are thinking of 15 teams of 22 members each, and the season between March 15 and May 15, fitting between basketball and baseball seasons. Their plans are to charge each child $6.00 re— gistration ($4.00 for each additional child in a family) and to supply a shirt and pair of shin guards. Registering 400 children at $5.00 each, average, would produce $2000.00 They request 2 fields, level in the same park, one to be 50 to 60 yards by 80 to 90 yards long and the other 60 to 65 yards by 100 to 105 yards long. And $500.00 assistance for shin guards purchase. Shawnee Park seems to be the only park with sufficient open space to meet the need.Jackie Todd moved that Mr. Gass and a soccer league representative check Arena Park and Shawnee Park for possible use. Dennis Underwood seconded. The motion passed. Jackie Todd moved that The City Council consider a $500.00 or larger appropriation toward equipment cost for the Youth Soccer League. Dennis Underwood seconded. The motion passed. Bob Gass suggested that John Isbell attend the City Council meeting Wednesday night. There was discussion of the ice skating facility planned for Capaha Park. The vinyl cover has been received and Park workers are currently preparing the wooden retainer frame. The Cherokee Park pond was discussed. Dennis Underwood moved that The Park and Recreation Board recommend to the City Council that plans be made for repair of the Cherokee pond dam. Jackie Todd seconded. The motion passed. Peggy Barringer was asked to report on the Winter Recreation Program. She stated that registration has jumped to 360 now as compared with 260 in the early winter session, and that weekly attendance was 412 in the second week and 509 in the third week of the current session, as compared with 304 to 195 attendance in the 'early session. She mentioned the popularity of the Women's Exercise Class and the start of a second class because of overcrowding in the first class. The new Swim Pool was discussed. Bob Gass said filling should start next week and the pool should be ready February 15. The School will start initial use and the City will probably have an open house on March 1st. Mr. Gass discussed heating cost of the pool and bubble, exclusive of all other utility and maintenance costs, and stated that these will consequently be a need to at least double the price of tickets over that of summer swim tickets. Engineers estimate $954.00 per month heat costs. The Meeting was adjourned at 9:57. Respectfully submitted, Jim Logan Acting Secretary JL:cle Park and Recreation Board April 7, 1980 The April meeting of the Park and Recreation Board opened with five members present. Charles Korns President Beverly Estes Secretary George Jenkins Board Member Jim Logan Board Member Jackie Todd Board Member Bob Gass Director of Parks and Recreation Peggy Barringer Winter Recreation Director Rick Renfrew Model Plane Club, President The meeting opened with the reading of minutes, which were approved. The first order of business was Rick Renfrew, President of the Model Plane Club. A meeting for the previous week was arranged between Mr. Renfrew, Mr. Gass and Dr. Kerns at which time they will decide' about the position of trees in Shawnee Park to allow for a proper approach pattern. The next order of business was a discussion of people to be considered as possible members of the board. A letter of resignation has been received by John Schneider and with the election of Don Strohmeyer to the City Council, we will need to fill two vacancies. Names of people to be considered are Larry Payne, Joe Nauert, Barry Thornton, Jim Grebing and Dr. Loren Taylor. Each of these people will be contacted and a report will be submitted at the May meeting. A discussion -followed as to a change of meeting date. George Jenkins moved the Park and Recreation Board meeting be.changed to the second Monday of each month. The motion was seconded by Jackie Todd and passed by all members present. A letter was read by Beverly Estes from the Southeast Missouri Council on the Arts. The Arts Council would like us to join with them on a "Day in the Park" possibly in August, at which time we would help in some way, possible in connection with a games program or a young people performance of vocals or instruments. Dr. Korns instructed Mrs. Estes to answer the Arts Council by mail, informing them of our interest and backing and to work out details and a definition of what exactly would be necessary to confirm a program. A report will be made at the May meeting. Mrs. Estes reported to the board the progress of the Tourism Council ( of which she represents the Recreation Board) and the Riverfest to be held June 20-21. She asked the board to give permission for Peggy Barringer to direct the children activities on Saturday afternoon. A turtle race will again be a highlight and a possibility of a Frisbee contest, a Hula Hoop contest, a YO YO demonstration have already been investigated by Peggy Barringer. The board gave their permission. Mr. Bob Gass presented a map of Arena Park and reported the National Guard is requesting to"square off' their section of property by acquiring from the City a piece of land, east of their parking lot, 230x 302.6 It would be used as an extended lot and a wash rack. Discussion followed. All members were in apreement considering the help the Guard as to many of our projects. George Jenkins recommended the Board request the City Council to approve the transferral of the designated land to, the National Guard. Jackie Todd seconded the recommendation and the members unamiously approved. A question arose as to the use of lighting at the ball diamonds for practise session. Bob Gass reported the following statistics: It cost $129.20 per day to light the ball fields. It costs $3876.00 per month- $17,442.00 per season. Bob Gass has left the decision up to the City Council. Jackie Todd mentioned being in Noble Park, Paducah Kentucky and reported on a fenced area surrounding a pond. Discussion followed as to liabilities concerning fences etc. in parks. Peggy Barringer reported on the Second part of the Recreation Program with a total attendance of 3686 ( 1716 for the first part) A swim program has already been started, including an Adult -Child program. The Summer Recreation Program will open June 9th with four playground sites and run until August 8th. Also included will be a Cheer leading Program for 8-13 year olds and a Soccer Skills for (5-8) (-12) Possibly a wrestling skills acti- vity. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully Submitted Beverly Estes BE:cle Park and Recreation Board May 19, 1980 The May meeting of the Park and Recreation Board opened with four members present: Charles Kerns Chairman Dennis Underwood Member ` Jackie Todd Member Rusty Newton Member Robert Cass Director of Parks and Recreation Peggy Barringer Director of Recreation Reading of the minutes by Jackie Todd. The minutes amended to read " letter of resignation from John Schneider" and Soccer Skills program for 5-12 year olds. Minutes approved as nmmended. Report by Peggy Barringer. Reports on Swim program. A total of 117 people involved in various programs Swimnastics Classes continued by demand until pool closes. Summer recreation schedule presented.: New additions are: Cheerleading, Drama Soccer Skills and Wrestling. Adult Programs basically are the same, with Soccer Coaching Clinic and Soccer Referee Clinic added. Central Pool: 30 Swimming Classes 1st.- 4 weeks. If successful will continue next 4 weeks. Schedules will be distributed through schools this week. Registration will. be June 2nd. Rick Renfrow reported to Charlie Korns the Model Plane Club had found private property and would not be using Shawnee Park. Proposition from Cape Jaycees to bid on the concession at the pool located at Central High School. This bid to consist of $50.00 or 2% of gross receipts per month for rental. A similar proposition was made by the Cape Swim Team with the exception being 70.0.0 per month or 2% of gross receipts. The Cape Swim Team also bid on the concession stand at Capaha Park for the summer session, same financial arrangements. Dennis Underwood stated his understanding was that the Jaycees had indefinite operation of the Capaha concession stand due to Jaycee help during fund raising and building of the pool. The Board is to check on this before final consideration can be made. Jackie Todd made the motion that if the Jaycees had prior arrangements for Capaha Pool , the new pool would go to the Swim Team. If the Jaycees do not have permanent use of Capaha then both pool concessions will be awarded to Cape Swim Team. The motion was seconded by Rusty Newton. The vote was unanimous for the motion. Th,: Ro;Ird approv ed to suhuiit:t,uri', P' lynu, .] im GI ul)ill�?, ;tnd Ur. I.or�en '1'ayLor to the City Coui,ci I ('Oi,-oIectiwi (X 2 rramcs Poe B(MI'd 1)0:�ition5. '1'h(, next mcetinr wi I be June 90,- `I'h: meeting was a(ljourned. Present were: Charles Korns Beverly Estes Jackie Todd Peggy Barringer Conna Abernathy Delbert Abernathy Lawrence Godfrey. Walter Wright Leon West Daon Sides Chuck Thurman Doris Thurman PARK AND RECREATION BOARD September 8, 1980 Chairman Secretary Member Director of Recreation SEMO Rondoliers SEMO Rondoliers Promenaires Square Dance Club Thunderbirds Square Dance Club Dancer D & S Construction Mo. State Fed. of Square & Round Dance Mo. State Fed. of Square & Round Dance Due to a lack of a quorum, no official business was conducted. A presentation from Cape Girardeau Square & Round Dance Clubs by Conna Abernathy. She explained square dancing and round dancing. Chuck Thurman told of the Roll. Away Square Dance Club, they have as many as 17 squares. They are having classes on Monday nights and dance on 2nd and 4th Saturdays. They are having trouble finding a place to dance that they can afford. Delbert Abernathy told of the only Round Dance Club in towm. There are about 9 couples that meet once a week at 1st Presbertarian Church Larry Godfrey of the Promenaires, said they dance every Thursday might at 1st Christian Church with at least 4 squares. Big Dance each April about 150 people. Walter Wright told of lessons for new members givenby the Thunderbirds Club, about 90 couples at Evangelical Church. They are paying as much as $7.50 an hour or $50.00 a night or $60.00 a month. Leon West with the ballroom dancing group told of problems they are having There are no ballroom dance floors in Cape. The Missouri Federation of Square & Round Dance Clubs has invited Cape to have the state annual dance. It's on the third weekend in October. There are,1700 to 2000 dancers involved. The state organization requires 15,000 square feet of space for this. Don Sides discussed the need of a community building , about 5,000 to 6,000 square feet, that would suit their needs and the needs of others in the community, There was a brief discussion of the Summer & Winter Recreation programs The meeting was adjourned/ * CAPE GIRARDEAU SQUARE AND ROUND DANCE CLUBS ." By Conna Abernathy 11130 David 335-5144 The following list are groups meeting in the evenings wits person to contact about each group: Monday ----Round and Sgare Dance lessons Chuck Thurman 243-5567 Tuesday --- SEMO Rondoliers Round Dance Club-Dilbert Abernathy 335-5144 Wednesday-Funtimers Square Dance Club ecP � Dale Phillips 334-1434 'Thursday--Promenaires Square Dance Club3 '� Lawrence Godfrey }35-73."� Friday----Squaz•e Dance Lessons V1altkr `,dright 335-7757 or Barley Clark 335-2539 Saturday--Roll-'a-ways Square Dance Club Chuck Thurman 243-5867 Immediate Needs--. Vle have been invited to host the State Square Dance Festival but suitable space for dancing has not been found. Reported by Missouri Federation of Square and Round Dancing- State Treasurer- Chuck Thurman. Future I'leeds-- A building that would hold 30 squares of dancers that, mould be div'�.d.ed into smaller areas for lessons and smaller groups. Reported by --".)on Sides D&S . Construction Co. 243-.5447. Uses for a building of this type could be the same as a Community Building with different groups using the structure both during the daytime and evening. Activities that could us mace of this type are Square Dancing Levels Basics*, Mainstream*, Plusl &2�-, Advanced 1&2* Challenge 1 2 &3; Round Dancing Levels Easy*, Intermediate*, and Advanced; Clogging; Arobic Dancing;; wheelchair square dancing; Wheel Chair Arobics; Theatrical Groups; Modern Dancing; Ballroom Dancing; Ballet; Exercise and Walling Groups. The age levels taking part in square dancing is from 12 to 72 here in Cape Girardeau. The activity, does not have a season but is carried on year round. As you can see the above list of activities would be for all ages and seasons. In other Communities the retired couples are very active during the day taking square and round dance lessons as well as ball room dancing. Our objective is to keep our dancers in thier home community even after retirement. Activities avr.ilable in this area. PARK AND RECREATION BOARD June 9, 1980 The June meeting of the Park and Recreation Board opened with 6 members present: Charles Korns Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Jackie Todd Dennis Underwood George Jenkins Jim Logan Peggy Barringer Minutes were read and approved. We. will have two new members to fill the vacancies of John Schneider and DonStrohmeyer. *They are Joe Nauert and Dr. Loren Taylor. Peggy Barringer ask the approval of the Board to request to the Police Department that the street in front of the Conservation Shelter in Arena Park be closed on Monday thru Friday 1:00 P. M. to 4:00 P.M. This area is used heavily by small children during the Summer Recreation program during the months of June, July and August. George Jenkins moved this request be given to Peggy Barringer to submit to the Police Department. Seconded by Jackie Todd and all members approved. Peggy Barringer reported on the opening of the Summer Recreation Program. Last year a total of 1102 people were enrolled. As of today Monday June 9th, 1842 were enrolled. Riverfest will be June 20 -21st. Childrens games will be Saturday afternoon, directed by Peggy Barringer. The meeting.was adjourned. Respectfully submitted. Beverly Estes - Secretary BE:cle PARK AND RECREATION BOARD September 8, 1980 Present were Charles Korns Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Jackie Todd Member Peggy Barringer . Director of Recreation Coma Abernathy SEMO Rondoliers Delbert Abernathy SEMO Rondoliers Lawrence Godfrey Promenaires Square Dance Club Walter Wright Thunderbirds Square Dance Club Leon West Dancer Dann Sides .. D &.S"Construction -. - Chuck Thurman Mo. State Fed. of Square & Round Dance Doris Thurman Mo. State Fed. of Square & Round Dance Due to a lack of a quorum, rib official business was conducted. A presentation from Cape Girardeau Square & Round Dance Clubs by Conna Abernathy. She explained square dancing and round dancing. Chuck Thurman told of the Roll Away Square Dance Club, they have as many as 17 squares. They are having classes on Monday nights and dance on 2nd and 4th Saturdays. They are having trouble finding a place to dance that they can afford. .Delbert Abernathy toldof -the only Round.Dance Club -in tow. There are.. ._... about 9 couples that meet once a week at let Presbertarian Church Larry Godfrey of the Promenaires, said they dance every Thursday might at 1st Christian Church with at least 4 squares. Big Dance each April about 150 people. Walter Wright told of lessons for new members givenby the Thunderbirds Club, about 90 couples at Evangelical Church. They are paying as much as $7.50 an hour or $50.00 a night or $60.00 a month. Leon West with the ballroom dancing group told of problems they are having There are no ballroom dance floors in Cape. The Missouri Federation of Square & Round Dance Clubs has invited Cape to have the state annual dance. It's on the third weekend in October. There are 1700 to 2000 dancers involved. The state organization requires 15,000 square feet of space for this. Don Sides discussed the need of a community building , about 5,000 to 6,000 square feet, that would suit their needs and the needs of others in the community. There was a brief discussion of the Summer & Winter Recreation programs PARK AND RECREATION BOARD November 10, 1980 The November meeting of the Park and Recreation Board met at the Arena Building, 7:30 p.m. with 7 members present. Jim Logan Vice Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Dennis Underwood Member Joe Nauret Member George Jenkins Member Loren Taylor Member Rusty Newton Member Bob Gass Park Director Peggy Barringer Recreation Director Jim Logan conducted the meeting in the absence of Chairman Korns .The meeting opened with the introduction of our two new members, Joe Nauret,. a long time active worker and participant in Atletic activities and Dr. Loren Taylor, Department Head of Recreation at SEND University. It was generally agreed to hold election of officers at our December meeting. Peggy Barringer again reviewed the success of the summer program, concluding that oub total enrollment was 109% up from the summer of 19.79. She continued with the Winter Activities now in progress. Participation was low due to the extension of the beautifulfallweather. A discussion followed stating the use of the City—Cehtral High School pool. All swimming classes are successful and in full progress. Free Play swim time has very low attendance and plans are in progress to encourage use of the pool. Bob Gass reported on a request from Homer•Di ckman. Mr. Dickman is requesting permission to use the Capaha Park Baseball Diamond for the American Legion Play Offs in 1981. George Jenkins moved we grant permission. Rusty Newton seconded 'and the motion passed. Mr. Gass then showed a sample of "Plastic Safety Fence" which he hopes will be an improvement on the picket fence now used. He intends to approach ball league chairman and ask them to consider using it. George Jenkins moved the board allow Mr. Gass to purchase enough 'Plastic Safety Fence" for 2 small fields. The motion was seconded by Dennis Underwood and passed by the Board. Rusty Newton discussed the poor and unsightly conditions of the ladies rest room in the Arena Building. Mr. Gass thought the plastic ceiling strips could be replaced. A discussion followed concerning the input of drama, dance, art in our program with a possibility of the use of funds in connection with Famous—Barr. A committee consisting of Dr. Taylor, chairman, Rusty Newton, Peggy Barringer and Beverly Estes (Cultural Arts Committee) was appointed. This committee will work to promote cul— tural arts in our recreation program. A reminder that our board meets the second Monday of the month— 7:30 p.m. at the Arena Building was given. Meeting Adjourned. Respectfully Submitted Beverly Estes Secretary The next meeting will be Monday December 8th at 7:30 p.m. at the Arena Building PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD December 8, 1980 The Board was called to order in regular meeting at the Arena Building by Chairman Korns at 7:30 pm . Present were: Charles Korns Jim Logan George Jenkins Loren Taylor Dennis Underwood Robert Gass Peggy Barringer Chairman Vice Chairman Member Member Member Director of Parks Recreation Director November meeting minuteswere read and approved. A motion was made by Dennis Underwood to re -appoint Charles Korns, George Jenkins and Dr. Loren Taylor to another term on the board, for a period ending at the end of October of 1983. Seconded by Jim Lagan. Motion passed. A quorum being present, election of officers was held and the following members were elected to the offices indicated: Jim Logan Chairman George Jenkins Vice Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary The meeting was -adjourned at 8:00 pm Respectfully submitted Jim Logan Acting Secretary cle