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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1981PARK AND RGCHBA'P10N BOARD FFbruary 11, 1981 A meeting of the Park and Recreation Board as called to order at 7:30 p. m. at the Arena Building. Present were: James Logan Chairman George Jenkins vice Chairman Jackie Todd Member Charles Kerns Member Loren Taylor Member Mrs. Rusty Newton Member Dennis Underwood Member Joe Nauret Member Robert Gass Director of Parks Peggy Barringer Director of Recreation S.D. Crosnoe Guest Jim Grebing Guest Mike Watson Guest Jim Grebing approached the Board in behalf of the Cape Youth Baseball League, Minor and Batam division. lie presented a request for funding and field improvements. A new Bantam League diamond was proposed for Arena Park, if the area is alrge enough. The Board recommends that the City Council authorize the purchase of $3,000.00 worth of equipment for the Cape Youth Baseball League and the Park Department purchase additional fencing for an additional field and add to the fields that critically need more fence. Such as the Bantam field in the southeast corner of Arena and the Minor league field at Broadway and Perry. Motion made by Jackie Todd and Seconded by George Jenkins. The Board will attend an Orientation 'Workshop at Security Federal & Loan Building, $20 North Main, Sikeston, Mo. Wednesday, February 11, 1981. Jackie Todd brought up a question that the Park Department keep a run— ning file on expenses put in to Slow Pitch Fields. This record will be supplied by the Slow Pitch League at the end of each season. Robert Gass stated that he could supply an area for these records to be kept. The Board requested that a 30 x 60 foot area with an 8 foot high net, be set aside for volleyball. Cherokee and Shawnee Parks were recommended, with the possibility of one in each park, strickly for public use. The Board also recommends that these areas be advertized. Cape, Girardeau Park and Recreation Advisory Board March 9,1981 The board met at 7:30 pm at Arena Building Present were: Jim Logan : Chairman George Jenkins Vice Chairman Joe Nauert Member Jackie Todd Member Dennis Underwood Member Mob Gass Parks Director Peggy Barringer Recreation Director John Isbell Cape Youth Soccer League Fred Leport Cape Youth Soccer League Peggy Barringer reported the winter recreation program which will end April 16th, by way of a written, report and comments. Attendance was down some, possibly due to the continuous mild weather. The second swim ciass has started and is filled or over filled. She has started preparation for the summer program, including employment interviews. John Isbell and Fred Leport, reporting on the Cape OpLimist Soccer League. Activity, stated that 500 youths in 32 teams played in Spring 1980 and in Fall 1980. Currently for Spring 1981 there are 690 members of 43 teams and 38 youths ,yet to be provided with team assignments. The league is self supporting for operational expenses, butrequest help in development and maintenance of playing fields in Shawnee Park including the need for space cast of the creek for 3 additional fields and improve- ment of rough playing surfaces. Also needed is additional parking space for the large number of vehicles serving this large number of players. A letter from Mr. Leport specifies the needs and requests. Bob Cass discussed the budget for the coming year and also stated that there is no mon..y for capital improvements this pear as there was last year. Rcspectf. :ly Submitted, JHmen 4'.. Lo run 11 THE CAPE GIRARDEAU PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD April 13, 1981 The board met at 7;30 p.m. Jim Logan President Beverly Estes Secy - George Jenkins Member Joe Nauert Jackie Todd Rusty Newton Loren Thomas Bob Gass Supt Peggy BarringerDirl;cmor The minutes were approvedd at the arena building with the following present; Beorge Jenkinshave a report of the Riverfront Park. which is a sub committee of the Chamber of Commerce. He showed plans and explained the progress thus far. A tenative drawing was shown and Beverly Estes moved we as a park and recreation board reccomend. the city supply the needed $18,500.00 for the survey and preliminary planning presented to us and the we approve and support the completion of the Riverfront Park and suggested plans as shown to us.The motion was seconded by.george Jenkins -all members approved. Beverly Estes reported on the Riverfest to be held June 19 -20th and that we will with the help of Peggy Barringer be responsiblefor the games and that this year a Tom and Becky contest was suggested ... A discussion folo®ed with ideas being collected by Mrs Estes and a rpomise to report back at the May meeting.... Jim Logan reported on the Spring Alive Champaign and a suggested trash pick up pXI6JbXY in the parks be a scout project( Apri126-May 2) Bob Gass reported that three volleyball permanent out courts were being established -one each in Arena, Cherokee and Shawnee Parks..Outdoor courts being permanent polls all weather nets and a desinated area. Jackie Todd suggested a future for the activity would be a sand base court area..... Peggy Barringer reported on the progress of the winter program. It was sug- gested a full report be submitted to the city manager and all city councilmen A possibility of a puppet program will be part of the summer recreation program as well as a possibility of a childrens chorus..Peggy will report at the May meeting. Meeting adjourned Reppectfully submitted Beverly Estes THE CAPE GIRAI DEAD PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD May 11, 1981 The Board met at 7:30 p.m. at, the Arena Building with the following present: Jim t.ogan Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Dennis Underwood Board Member Jackie Todd Board Member Robert Gass Superintendent of Parks E Recreation Peggy Barringer Recreation Director Marcia Stone Recording Secretary There being no quorum, the members discussed various items for the next meeting. The next scheduled meeting is for June 8, 1981. Marcia Stone Recording Secretary i THE CAPE GIRARDEAU PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD June 8, 1981 The Park and Recreation Board met Monday, June 8, 7:30 p.m. at the Arena Building. Present were: Jim Logan Beverly Estes Joe Nauert Rusty Newton George Jenkins Jackie Todd Loren Taylor Robert Gass Peggy Barringer Gary Bide Fred Leport llemetruis Karathanos Bruce Wismann Donald Freeman Mike Crutcher Chairman Secretary Member Member Member Member Member Park Superintendent Recreation Director City Manager Cape Optimist Youth Soccer Cape Optimist Youth Soccer SEMO Soccar Coach Cape Tree Service Cape Tree Service Mr. Logan introduced Fred Leport, who reported on the success of the soccer pro- gram involving 700 boys and girls ages 6-16. The bulk of the program involved the 8-9-10-11 year olds. Mr. Karathanos will be the new league president. Soccer season will be a dual season, fall and spring - 12 weeks each. Discussion followed concerning the problem of soccer over flag football season. SEMO University would like to use # 3 field in Shawnee Park for their games which would be played on Sundays. The field needs repair and reseeding, the cost to be shared by SEA70. Coach Wismann will report to Bob Gass. Donald Freeman presented a ".tree preservation diversified planning program" for Capaha Park at a cost of $6,750.00 for 250 trees. Discussion followed with Rusty Newton emphasizing the need for care and concern of our parks and the beauty of our city. Jim Logan recommended the board request the City Council consider Mr. Freeman's proposal. Rusty Newton seconded and all members agreed. Mr. Eide reported a plan is heing considered to restore and rebuild trees in our parks, city streets and encourage private citizens to do the same. Mr. Freeman offered a "package deal" to brace cross arms on the light poles for added support to prevent lights from falling, at a cost of $1,,600. Dr. Taylor moved we accept Mr. Freeman's proposal. Jackie Todd seconded and all members approved. - Peggy Barringer reported 1443 enrollments in our summer program. Mr. Logan requested members to list their ideas, plans for the future and present them at the July meeting. - Meeting adjourned. Beverly Estes THE CAPE GTRARECAP PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD July 13, 1981 The Park and Recreation Board met Monday, July 13, 1981, 7:30 p.m, at the Arend Building. Present: Jim Logan Beverly Estes Charles Kerns George Jenkins Also present: Robert Gass Peggy Barringer Demetrius Karathanas Chairman Secretary Member Member Park Superintendent Recreation Director Optimist Youth Soccer No formal meeting was held due to lack of a quorum. An informal discussion followed. Mrs. Estes thanked Peggy Barringer for her help in conducting the "Tom and Becky" contest at the Riverfest and for her help in the Turtle Race and Popcycle Eating Contest. Mr. Karathanos reported on process being made on the soccer Fields. Summer recreation program as of Friday, July 10 had. 2,021 enrolled. The World Jr. Frisbee Contest was held at Central High School football field. Two winners advanced to the state finals. Respecfully submitted, Beverly Estes Secretary Park 6 Recreation Board September 16, 1981 The Park and Recreation Board met at the Arena Building at 7:30 p.m. with the following members present: George Jenkins Acting Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Jackie Todd Board Member Dennis Underwood Board Member Robert E. Gass Superintendent of Parks Due to a lack of quorum, no official meeting was held. Respectfully submitted, Beverly Estes Secretary PARK AND RECREATION BOARD October 12, 1981. The Park and Recreation Board met Monday, October 12, 7:30 p.m. at the Arena Building. Present were: George Jenkins Acting Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Charles Kerns Board Member Jackie Todd Board Member Dennis Underwood Board Member Peggy.Barringer Recreation Director Bob Gass Superintendent of Parks First order of business was the election of officers. '0 Jackie Todd was elected (by acclamation)'Chairman. Dennis Underwood was elected (by acclamation) Vice Chairman. Beverly Estes was elected (by acclamation) Secretary. A Request was made to contact members of the City Council by post card of the next meeting. Bob Gass asked Charles Karns to help pick .out a tree which is to be donated by a Girl Scout Troop led by Sharon Sale. The tree is to be put in Cherokee Park. Beverly Estes reported on "A Living Nativity Scene" to be presented by the Tourism Board of the Chamber of Commerce. A motion was made that we as a Recreation -Park Board co-sponsor the Living Nativity Scene with the Tourism Board - if - the Nativity Scene is held at Arena Park at the grandstand area. The motion was seconded by Jackie Todd. Mrs. Estes will contact Judy Buerkle (Tourism Member and Chairman of the Nativity Scene) and report to Bob Gass and Peggy Barringer. Peggy Barringer reported on the opening of the Fall Recreation Program. Bob Gass reported on damages being done in the various parks. The destruction is impossible to repair and the upkeep on repairs is also an impossible task and expense. Various names were mentioned as to fill the vacancy on the Board due to the resignation of Joe Nauert. List for the next appointed members will be submitted at the next meeting. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Beverly Estes CAPE GIRARDEAU PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD November 9, 1981 The City Park and Recreation Board met Monday, November 9, 1981 7:30 p.m. at the ARena Building Present were: Jackie Todd Chairman Dennis Underwood Vice Chairman Beverly Estes Secretary Loren Taylor - Board Member George Jenkins Board Member Bob Gass Superintendent Peggy Barringer Recreation Director The minutes were approved. First order of business was a report on the tree planting by a Girl Scout Troop. Charles Korns was not present to report. Beverly Estes reported "The Living Nativity Scene" sponsored by the Tourism Committee of the Chamber of Commerce is still in the planning stage. All members agreed the Tourism Board will be solely responsible for the scene. A joint meeting of the Tree Planning Committee of the Chamber of Commerce, members of the Park and Recreation Board and other interested persons was held Wednesday, October 28 at Sunny Hill. Tom Lett, Chairman of the Tree ,_. Planning Committee conducted the meeting. A general discussion was held concerning various problems in the City as to beautify, clean up, education etc., as to tree planting. Jim Logan, Dennis Underwood and Beverly Estes attended. The committee will meet the first Wednesday of the month at noon. Paggy, Barringer, Fall Recreation Director reported the fall program was in full session and well received. The names of three individuals were presented by various members to fil the vacancy created by the resignation of Joe Nauert on the City Park and Recrea- tion Board. Those names presented were: Barry Thornton 216 William 334-6646 J. Crosnoe- 905 S. Kingshighway 334-9047 Jim Grebing 1526 Jane 334-7898 The motion was made by George Jenkins to submit these names to the City Council. The motion was seconded by Loren Taulor and passed by the Board Members. A letter was recieved from Demetrius Karathanos, President of the Cape Optimist Youth Soccer League. Various problems concerning the playing field were discussed. Jackie Todd will call Mr. Karathanos and explain the various problems and conditions. Mr. Todd presented a check list form provided by Procter and Gamble and asked the members to consult it and bring various projects to our attention at our next meeting. Jackie Todd reported on Slow Pitch Team members being out -of -Cape residents. He will recheck his information. Members were requested to contact Jackie Todd or Beverly Estes if they cannot attend a meeting or to call at the ARena Building. Meeting adjourned Respectfully submitted Beverly Estes PARK & RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD December 14, 1981 The City Park and Recreation Board met Monday, December 14, 1981, 7:30 p.m. at the Arena Building. Present were: Jackie Todd Chairman Beverly Extes Secretary Loren Taylor Board Member Goerge Jenkins Board Member Charles Kerns Board Member Rusty Newton Board Member Jim Logan Board Member Robert Gass Park Superintendent Peggy Barringer Recreation Director Mayor Howard Tooke Guest The minutes were read and approved Charles Korns reported there has been no contact with the Girl Scout Troop as to their tree planting project. Mr. Todd reported a complaint has been registered as to the tree trimming done by the City Park employees. A discussion followed with Mr. Gass explaining the city workers were trying to trim and clean as best they could and that there would be a follow up to the work they have done. Encouragement for participation in the Living Nativity Scene was requested by Mrs. Estes of the members on the nights of December 21, 22, 23. A discussion followed reviewing the projects to be presented to Proctor and Gamble. The various projects to be considered are: 1. A "walk way" around the lagoon in Capaha Park. 2. An "Amphi Theatre" in Cherokee Park. 3. "Floatation Fountain" in the lagoon in Capaha Park. 4. A Pre -fab building in Arena Park. Sub -committees were appointed as follows: Walk -way Committee: Jim Logan, Chairman Charles Korns, Beverly Estes Recreation Building Committee: Loren Taylor, Chairman George Jenkins, Dennis Underwood (Rusty Newton will serve as a floating member between committees) Mr. Todd asked the sub -committees to meet and return with a report. Peggy Barringer reported December 23, will be the end of the Fall Recreation Program. January 4 will be the start of the winter program. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Beverly Estes