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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD January 13, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on January 13, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Larry Essner, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Terry Ashby, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member David Goncher, Vice Chairman Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Absent Sheila Caskey, Board Member Jim Grebing, Board Member Dan Maser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Minutes of the December meeting were approved by a motion from Mike Kohlfeld and seconded by Rick Wieser. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS No Old Business. NEW BUSINESS A. PROJECTS Board Member David Goncher requested a needs list for the projects for the Optimist Chub. The Osage Community Centre is progressing on the inside work. Chairman Knudtson announced that a Park and Recreation Advisory Board sub -committee will meet with some CVB members to discuss issues pertaining to the Osage Community Centre on January 22. Motion made by Larry Essner to endorse the name of Osage Community Centre for the new community center. Jay Crosnoe seconded the motion. Motion passed. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD JANUARY l3, 1997 PAGE 2 Chairman Knudtson also announced that the initial Grand Opening for the Osage Community Centre will be held in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce's After Hours on April 15. Board Members are encouraged to attend. A grand opening for the general public will be held later on a Saturday or Sunday. The grand opening for the Shawnee Sports Complex will probably be in conjunction with the first tournament scheduled for the middle of April. B. EXISTING ARENA BALLFIELDS 5, 10, AND 11 The Arena Ballfield's 5, 10, and 11 will be used for practice fields for the city leagues. Other leagues may reserved the fields upon availability. Representatives from the girls' and boys' leagues will meet with Director Muser for practice scheduling. Jay Knudtson, Jay Crosnoe, and Rick Wieser will meet with staff to discuss procedures for the Softball Complex. Discussion will continue at the February meeting. C. WINTER/SPRING BROCHURE Terry Ashby made a motion to commend the staff on the excellent brochure recently published. David Goncher seconded. Motion passed. 1). PARK AREA RESERVATION POLICY The sub -committee will meet to make their recommendation on the park area reservations. E. RECOGNITION PLAGUES Park Development Foundation Members Jackie Todd and Kevin Ford will meet with Director Moser to discuss the recognition plagues for the donors of Osage Communav Centre and Shawnee Park Sports Complex. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by a motion from Larry Essner and second from Rick Wieser. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD February 10, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on February 10, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Larry Essner, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Terry Ashby, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Jim Grebing, Board Member Absent: Sheila Caskey, Board Member David Goncher, Vice Chairman Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: City Manager Michael G. Miller Minutes of the January meeting were approved by a motion from Terry Ashby and seconded by Larry Essner. Motion passed. GUEST: CITY MANAGER MICHAEL G. MILLER City Manager Michael G. Miller expressed his appreciation to the Board Members for their service on the Board. He offered to be available to attend any future meetings at the Board's request. He concluded by answering several questions the members had on various issues. OLD BUSINESS A. PARK AREA RESERVATIONS Committee Members Kim Crites, Rocky Hayes and Sheila Caskey conducted a survey of 22 communities in Missouri with the approximate population of Cape Girardeau. Their primary .focus was to investigate the desirability of establishing a fee for park area reservations. Upon their completion of their survey, the committee recommended retaining the present policy of requiring a special use permit with a refundable deposit for events. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD FEBRUARY IQ 1997 PAGE NEW BUSINESS A. 1997-98 BUDGET Director Moser presented the proposed fee increases on programs and services as part of the 1997-98 budget. Mr. Moser reviewed the areas that were increased. The staff recommended that some programs and fees not be increased at this time. The Board Members will review tire fees presented and make their recommendation at the March meeting. OTHER BUSINESS A. CVB/PARK JOINT COMMITTEE Chairman Knudtson informed the members of issues on policies for the Osage Community Centre that are being worked out between the CVB and Park & Recreation Joint Committee. Their next scheduled meeting will be February 12, 1997. B. FAIRBOARD MEETING Chairman Knudtson will be attending a Fairboard meeting as a liaison for the Park & Recreation Advisory Board to show our support of the fair association and help promote joint projects for both parties. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by a motion from Terry Ashby and second from Jay Crosnoe. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD March 10, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on March 10, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman David Goncher, Vice Chairman Larry Essner, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Terry Ashby, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Sheila Caskey, Board Member Absent: Jim Grebing, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Benjamin Israel, Southeast Missourian Minutes of the February meeting were approved by a motion from Terry Ashby and seconded by Rick Wieser. Motion passed. GUEST: Benjaim Israel, Southeast Missourian Chairman Jay Knudtson welcomed Benjamin Israel from the Southeast Missourian. OLD BUSINESS A. 1997-98 BUDGET The Board reviewed a proposed fee schedule for FY 97198. The fees were adjusted to the average cost of living level. Terry Ashby made a motion to recommend the approval of the proposed fees as presented. David Goncher seconded the motion. Motion passed. B. PROJECT UPDATE Director Moser encouraged the board members to attend the Osage Community Centre dedication ceremony that will be held at 4:30 p.m. on April75th, followed by the Chamber of Commerce "Business After Hours" PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MARCH 10, 1997 PAGE 2 Chairman Knudtson reported that the Joint Park and CVB Advisory Board Committee was successful in developing the final policies for the Osage Community Centre. Motion nmde, .seconded and passed with voting members: Jay Knudtson, Jay Crosnoe, Dan Drury, and "Doc" Cain, to recommend that the City Council review the Code of Ordinance, Article X111, Hotel/Motel/Restaurant License Tax. NEW BUSINESS A. APRIL MEETING The April Park and Recreation Advisory Board meeting will be held at the Osage Comi n unity Centre meeting room. B. SOFTBALL COMPLEX POLICY The proposed policy for the Shawnee Park Sports Complex was presented by committee members; Jay Crosnoe and Jay Knudtson. After review of the policies, Mike Kohlfeld made a motion, Sheila Caskey seconded to approve the policies. Motion passed. OTHER BUSINESS A. "FRIENDS OF THE PARKS" DAY -- APRIL 19, 1997 Director Moser invited the board members to attend the annual "Friends of the Parks" Day that will be held on Saturday, April 19, 1997 at Capaha Park. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned by a motion from Jay Crosnoe and second from Mike Kohlfeld. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary ,.. CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD April 14, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on April 14, 1997 in the Osage Community Centre. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman David Goncher, Vice Chairman Larry Essner, Board Member Mike Kohifekl, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Terry Ashby, Board Member Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Absent: Jim Grebing, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Minutes of the March meeting were approved by a motion from Mike Kohifeld and seconded by Sheila Caskey. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS No old business to report. NEW BUSINESS A. DENNIS SCIVALLY SHELTER Director Dan Moser reported that the McMillin Family would like to donate a shelter at Dennis Scivally Park. B. SOFTBALL COMPLEX Over 70 teams have signed up.j or the 1997 softball league season with registrations still coming in. C. SPECIAL OLYMPICS Chairman Jay Knudison commended Recreation Supervisor and Southeast Area Director Penny Blandford on the great job she and staff demonstrated at the Southeast Area Special Olympics event that was held on April 12. J PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD APRIL 14, 1997 PAGE 2 D. FRIENDS OF PARK DAY The l2th Annual "Friends of the Park" Day will be held on Saturday, April 19, 1997. All board members were encouraged to attend. E. OSAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE DEDICATION The Osage Community Centre Dedication Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 1997 at 4:30 p.m. All board members were invited to attend. OTHER BUSINESS A. FAIR BOARD MEETING Chairman Jay Knudtson attended a recent Southeast Missouri District Fair Association Board meeting. The fair association would like to place signs slating "Home of the Southeast Missouri District Fair" at various Arena Park entrance locations. The Park Board endorsed the placement of the signs. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a tour ojthe Osage Community Centre. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD May 12, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on May 12, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chamber. Present: Terry Ashby, Secretary David Goncher, Vice Chairman Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jim Grebing, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Absent: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Larry F.ssner, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Beer. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Pete Poe, SEMO District Fair Steve Wiedeman, SEMO District Fair Secretary Terry Ashby called the meeting to order. Minutes of the April meeting were approved by a motion from Mike Kohlfeld and seconded by Rick Wieser. Motion passed. GUEST. A. SOUTHEAST MISSOURI DISTRICT FAIR -STEVE WIEDEMAN Steve Wiedeman, representing Southeast Missouri District Fair presented several sign proposals promoting Arena Park as the home of the Southeast Missouri District Fair. One ]Oft. x ]Oft. lighted sign would be located at the Kingshighway and Cape Rock Drive entrance, across from the Arena park sign. Two smaller 4 ft. by 8 ft. signs would be placed at hawthorn and East Rodney and the entrance at Spartech Plastics. Mike Kohlfeld made a motion to approve the sign proposal by the Southeast Missouri District Fair Association. Dr. Sheila Caskey seconded the motion. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS A. DENNIS SCIVALLY SHELTER Director Dan Moser reported the location and price for the shelter that may be donated by the McMillin Family is being compiled. The initial proposal will be a 32-35 ft. octagonal shelter with picnic tables, water fountain and grill for Dennis Scivally Park. B. SOFTBALL COMPLEXIOSAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE Director Moser reported that other than a few electric problems at Shawnee .Spots Complex everything is going well with Shawnee Sports Complex and Osage Community Centre operations. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MAY 12, 7997 PAGE 2 C. HIKING/BIKING TRAIL Director Moser informed the Board that the trailfrom East Rodney through Osage Park has been bid, with bids accepted and construction will begin soon. The city staff is now researching the usage possibilities of additional funding from the Corp of Engineers that has become available for the use on the trail. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion from Sheila Caskey and second by David Goncher. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD June 9, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on June 9, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chamber. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman David Goncher, Vice Chairman Larry Essner, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Dr. Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Absent: Terry Ashby, Secretary Jim Grebing, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Chairman Jay Knudtson called the meeting to order. Minutes of the May meeting were approved by a motion from Mike Kohlfeld and seconded by Dr. Sheila Caskey. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS A. DENNIS .SCIVALLY SHELTER Director Dan Muser reported that he is still talking to the potential donors of a shelter at Dermis Scivally Park. B. PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING Director Moser reported that the park maintenance building contract will be going to the City Council for their approval. C. SOFTBALL COMPLEXIOSAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE Director Maser reported that the Shawnee Sports Complex softball fields have been drying out exceptionally well considering the rainfall during the last two weeks. The Osage Community Centre lower parking lot had some flooding during the recent four inch rain, but no there were no vehicle or individual endangerment. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD JUNE 9, 1997 PAGE 2 D. SEMO DISTRICT FAIR SIGN Representatives from the Southeast Missouri District Fair Association will be going before the Planning and Zoning Commission for approval to erect a sign at Arena Park entrance. E. HIKINGIBIKING TRAIL Director Moser informed the Board that the hiking/biking trail plans is now being reviewed by the Department of Transportation for final approval. NEW BUSINESS No new business reported. OTHER BUSINESS Director Moser reported that fence and erosion damage occurred on the ballfields on the west side of East Rodney during the recent flash flood. Cape Rock Park had some railings damaged and picnic tables and trash cans turned over during a recent vandalism. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion front Sheila Caskev and second by David Goncher. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD July 14, 7997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on July 14, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chamber. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Terry Ashby, Secretary Larry F.ssner, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Dr. Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jim Grebing, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Absent: David Goncher, Vice Chairman Rick Wieser, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Chairman Jay Knudtson called the meeting to order. Minutes of the June meeting were approved by a motion from Mike Kohlfeld and seconded by Larry Essner. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS A. CAPAHA FIELD COMMITTEE Board Member Terry Ashby commended Jay Crosnoe and Scott Blank on the excellent management and response on the Capaha Field Committee's recent annual baseball cmnp. B. PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING Director Maser reported that the park maintenance building has been ordered and the construction will be started this summer. C. TRAIL CONSTRUCTION Director Moser announced that there will be a pre -construction meeting this week for the construction of the trail from Arena Park to Osage Park. D. SHAWNEE PARK SPORTS COMPLEXIOSAGE COMMUNITY CENTRE Director Moser gave an update report for Osage Community Centre and Shawnee Park Sports Complex. PARKS AND RECRF,ATION ADVISORY BOARD JULY 14, 1997 PAGE 2 NEW BUSINESS A. POOL ADMISSION AGE REQUIREMENT Director Muser informed the Board that he has had a request to change the age requirement for admission to the pools without an adult. Present policy is children age seven and under must be accompanied by an adult. Past Aquatic Manager Kim Crites stated that the policy has been in existence for a long time and there was never a problem during her three years of management. The Board's consensus was to maintain the present policy. B. SIGNAGE AND MONUMENT POLICY Director Muser requested the Board's input on establishing a policy for placement oJsigns and/or banners within the parks. The discussion was tabled till next month for the Board's recommendation. OTHER BUSINESS A. SOCCER FIELD IRRIGATION AND SPRIGGING Cape Area Youth Soccer Association funded over $15, 000.00 for irrigation of three soccer fields and sprigging of two soccer fields. The Park Division maintenance crew furnished the manpower for the project. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion from Larry Essner and second by Terry Ashby. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CAPE GIRARDEAU PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD MEETING August ll, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on August 11, 1997 at City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Terry Ashby, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Absent Jim Grebing, Board Member David Goncher, Vice -Chairman Sheila Caskey, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Larry Essner, Board Member Dan Moser, Parks & Reer. Dir. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Scott Williams, Recreation Supervisor Guest. Benjamin Israel, .Southeast Missourian The minutes for the July meeting were approved by a motion from Jay Crosnoe and seconded by Terry Ashby. Motion passed. NEW BUSINESS A. SIGN POLICY Chairman Jay Knudtson requested a recommendation from the Parks and Recreation Staff on designated areas and time frame for placement of signs by citizens and groups on park property. B. SHAWNEE PARK SPORTS COMPLEX Recreation Supervisor Scott Williams reported on the recent state tournaments held at Shawnee Park Sports Complex. Cape Girardeau was host to the ASA State Division l Men's Tournament with 16 of the 20 teams out of our area. The tournament went very well and everyone seemed very impressed. This weekend the city will host the ASA Men's Church Tournament with 16 teams registered to participate. Overall the department has had five (5) tournaments this year with tentative scheduling for next year to exceed this year's number. Chairman Knudtson commended the staff on the impressive initial season at the sports complex exemplified by hosting the state tournaments PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD AUGUST 11, 1997 PAGE 2 C. HIKINGIBIKING TRAIL Director Muser announced that construction will begin in the next two weeks on the third phase on the hiking/biking trail going from Arena Park to Osage Park. OTHER BUSINESS The Park Division maintenance building grading and foundation work will be started within the next couple of weeks. The marque sign, to be placed at the Kingshighway entrance to Arena Park, for the Southeast Missouri District Fair Association has been approved by the City Council. The recent sprigging and irrigation at Shawnee Park soccer fields is doing well. The future Shawnee Park softball fields may be temporary utilized by Southeast Missouri State University's Recreation Intramural Department and Cape Area Youth Soccer Association during the renovation of the University's intramural fields. The University will also be renting softball fields during this transition. Rocky Hayes commended the Aquatic Staff on the excellent Learn To Swim Program that was offered this summer. There being no further business the meeting was adjourned by a motion by Rick Wieser and seconded by Terry Ashby. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD September 8, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on September 8, 1997 in the City Hall Council Chamber. Present: David Goncher, Vice Chairman Terry Ashby, Secretary Rick Wieser, Board Member Larry Essner, Board Member Dr. Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Absent: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Jim Grebing, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Guest: Vice -Chairman David Goncher called the meeting to order. Minutes of the August meeting were approved by a motion from Rick Wieser and seconded by Sheila Caskey. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS A. SIGN POLICY Director Moser presented to the board several guidelines to follow in establishing a sign policy for the parks. The Board requested that the staff check with the City Attorney on how restrictive the sign policies could be before they make their recommendation. B. PARK MAINTENANCE BUILDING The park maintenance building construction will start following the fair. C. TRAIL CONSTRUCTION Director Moser reported that two bridges are ordered for the hiking/biking trail creek crossing through Cape Woods. There will be a restroom and parking lot and inner trail funded by the Missouri Department of Conservation, as part of the Cape Woods section of the trail. Rocky Hayes suggested checking on a mechanism to record the number of trail users. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion from Larry Essner and second by Terry Ashby. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD October 13, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on October 13, 1997 at the Shawnee Park Complex pavilion. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman Jim Grebing, Board Member David Goncher, Vice Chairman Mike Koh[feld, Board Member Terry Ashby, Secretary Kin Crites, Board Member Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Dr. Sheila Caskey, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Staff: Larry Essner, Board Member Dan Muser, Director of Parks & Reer. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Brock Davis, Recreation Coordinator Tony Weatherby, Recreation Programmer Absent: Guest: Chairman Jay Knudtson called the meeting to order. Minutes of the September meeting were approved by a motion from Rick Wieser and seconded by Terry Ashby. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS A. SIGN POLICY Director Moser presented to the board a recommendation front the city attorney on a policy governing the placement of signs in the parks. The recommendation was: No signs, banners, or billboards are allowed on city park property except those that advertise or provide information regarding events taking place in city owned facilities or city owned properties, including parks and park facilities. After discussion, Jim Grebing made a motion that the department retain the present non- restrictive policy on sign placement in the parks and that the recommended policy remain on file for review if any problems arise that would warrant its implementation. Mike Kohlfeld seconded the motion. Motion passed. NF,W BUSINESS A. 98199 FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Director Moser presented the 97198 Five Year Capital Improvement list to the Board Members. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD OCTOBER 13, 1997 PAGE 2 Mike Kohlfeld made a motion the Board recommend that the City Council approve the current list, plus an additional $15, 000.00 for Runny Park playground equipment, for the 1998-99 Five Year Capital Improvements. Sheila Caskey seconded the motion. Motion passed. Mr. Moser requested the Board's recommendation on additional items to be placed on the unfunded needs lists. OTHER BUSINESS A. PARK DEVELOPMENT Discussion followed on development of Casquin and Delaware Park. Jay Knudtson stated that the development of new parks and the unfunded needs list would be a good agenda item for the Park Development Foundation to prioritize for future projects. B. SPORTS COMPLEX Director Moser highlighted the sports complex first year's accomplishments. C. PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Director Moser informed the Board Members that a playground equipment unit at Capaha Park has been restricted until it is determined if it can be made to meet National Playground Safety Standards. All playground equipment within our parks are being inspected for potential safety hazards. The staff is proceeding to correct the problem and/or possibly remove the playground equipment if necessary. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion from Rocky Hayes and second by Jim Grebing. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU DRAFT PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD November 10, 1997 The Cape Girardeau Parks and Recreation Advisory Board held their monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. on November 10, 1997 at the City Hall Council Chambers. Present: Jay Knudtson, Chairman David Coacher, Vice Chairman Terry Ashby, Secretary Jay Crosnoe, Board Member Rocky Hayes, Board Member Absent: Jin: Grebing, Board Member Mike Kohlfeld, Board Member Rick Wieser, Board Member Larry Essner, Board Member Kim Crites, Board Member Dr. Sheila Caskey, Board Member Staff - Dan Moser, Director of Parks & Recr. Marcia Stone, Adm. Secretary Chairman Jay Knudtson called the meeting to order. Minutes of the October meeting were approved by a motion from Rick Wieser and seconded by David Goncher. Motion passed. OLD BUSINESS No old business. NEW BUSINESS A. Nominating Committee Chairman Knudtson appointed the nominating committee for the election of the 1998 Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Officers. The committee members are Larry Essner, Rick Wieser, and Mike Kohlfeld. They will present their recommended slate of officers at the next meeting. B. Fees The board reviewed a list of proposed fee increases for FY 98199. The proposal targeted selected fees that need to be adjusted over 5% and that could be voted on by the citizens in April. Larry Essner made a motion that Chairman Jay Knudtson meet with Director Moser and City Manager Michael G. Miller on the specified fees and the best means of increasing the fees. Sheila Caskey seconded the motion. Motion passed. PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD NOVEMBER 10, 1997 PAGE 2 C. Tree Ordinance Committee Director Maser announced that the Missouri Urban and Community Advisory Commission and the Chamber of Commerce Beautification Committee are currently initiating policies or ordinances involving trees within the city. There being no jurther business, the meeting was adjourned with a motion from Larry Essner and second by Rick Wieser. Motion passed. Respectfully submitted, Marcia Stone, Administrative Secretary=