Park Board Packet 2008 01-24-08 YORKVILLE PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
Administration and Recreation Office
201 W. Hydraulic St Yorkville, IL 60560 630-553-4357
Park Board Agenda
Thursday, January 24 , 2008
7:00 p.m. - Park Board Meeting
Administration and Recreation Office
Call to Order:
Roll Call : Chris Rollins, Ken Koch, Van Truman, Debbie Horaz, Kelly
Sedgwick, Vickie Coveny
Introduction of Guests, City Officials and Staff:
Joe Plocher, Ward 2 Alderman, City Council Liaison to Park Board
Director of Parks and Recreation - David Mogle
Superintendent of Recreation - Sue Swithin
Superintendent of Parks - Scott Sleezer
Park Planner - Laura Haake
Public Comment:
Presentations:
Approval of Minutes :
Minutes - Regular Park Board Meeting - January 10, 2008*
Bills Review:
Cash Analysis*
Bill List
Old Business:
Review of 2007 YYBSA Agreement and Discussion for 2008
Hoover Property Ad Hoc Committee Report
2008 IDNR Bicycle Grant Cycle and Potential Project*
Review of Park and Recreation Goals and Objectives
New Business:
Playful Cities USA Program
Reports:
Director Report
Parks Report
Recreation Report
Additional Business:
Future Meeting Schedule & Agenda Items
Executive Session :
For the purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public
body.
For the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline,
performance or dismissal of specific employees of the public body
or legal counsel for the public body. (51LCS 120(1 ))
For the discussion of minutes of meetings lawfully closed under
this Act, whether for purposes of approval by the body of the
minutes or semi-annual review of the minutes as mandated by
Section 2. 06.
Adjournment:
Next meeting: February 14, 2008
*Items needing Board approval or recommendation
Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department
Administration and Recreation Office
201 W. Hydraulic St Yorkville, IL 60560 6305534357
Park Board Agenda
Thursday, January 10, 2008
7: 00 p. m . - Park Board Meeting
Administration and Recreation Office
Call to Order:
Ken Koch called the meeting to order at 7 : 07 pm
Roll Call : Ken Koch , Van Truman , Debbie Horaz, Kelly Sedgwick,
Vickie Coveny (arrived at 7 : 10 pm )
Introduction of Guests, City Officials and Staff:
Joe Plocher, Ward 2 Alderman , City Council Liaison to Park Board
(arrived at 9 : 00 pm)
Director of Parks and Recreation - David Mogle
Superintendent of Recreation - Sue Swithin
Superintendent of Parks - Scott Sleezer
Park Planner - Laura Haake
Public Comment:
None
Presentations:
None
Approval of Minutes:
Minutes - Regular Park Board Meeting - December 13, 2007*
Amendments made on page two, first paragraph under Park and
Development Standards . First sentence should read : Dave Mogle noted
that Laura and Scott had been working on this.
Page 3 Cob Park should be spelled Cobb Park.
Page four, second paragraph under Review of 2007 YYBSA Agreement
should read . . , about changing the agreement from April 1St to July
30th range to April 1St to September 30th . Ken Koch called for a motion
to approve the Regular Park Board Meeting , December 13, 2007,
minutes . The motion was made by Van Truman and seconded by Deb
Horaz. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote .
No Minutes from December 27, 2007. Meeting cancelled for lack
of quorum.
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Bills Review:
Cash Analysis *
Bill List (from Dec. 27, 2007)
With no questions or comments regarding the cash analysis or bills list
for December 27th Ken Koch asked for a motion to approve the cash
analysis and bills list as submitted . Van Truman made the motion and
Deb Horaz seconded the motion . The motion was approved by roll call :
Koch -Yes ; Horaz-Yes ; Truman -Yes ; Coveny-Yes & Sedgwick-Yes
Bill List (current) *
Ken Koch brought up the City Attorney charges on page two . He
wanted to know what the charges were for. Mogle stated a large
portion of those charges were for when the attorney sat in on the
Hoover meetings . Mogle said that he sat through the meetings as our
legal opinion and reviewed documents . Truman wanted to know if we
had received a legal opinion in writing . Mogle said that we had not.
Concern was brought up by the board that we get something in writing
when an attorney sits in on these meetings . Truman felt we should get
a work product, some kind a summary notation of that meeting in
their opinion especially since we have chanced City Attorneys . Truman
felt that if we had something in writing it would be easier to hand off
to the new City Attorney. Mogle said that sounded reasonable and
would ask for that going forward .
With no questions or comments regarding the current cash analysis or
bills list Ken Koch asked for a motion to approve the cash analysis and
bills list as submitted . Vickie Coveny made the motion and Van
Truman seconded the motion . The motion was approved by roll call :
Koch-Yes ; Horaz-Yes ; Truman -Yes ; Coveny-Yes & Sedgwick-Yes
Old Business
Rescheduled School Board/City Council Joint Meeting
Dave Mogle stated that the meeting had been rescheduled for this
Monday January 14th at 7 : 00 pm at the Yorkville Junior High School .
Mogle encouraged Park Board members to attend . He said that issues
such as Game Farm Road and the sidewalk program for schools would
come up .
Mogle passed out a list of interactions and cooperative ventures from
the past and present, which he would be presenting at the meeting .
Van Truman said he would like to see a time line when these
interactions started happening . Swithin thought it should be put in
chronological order or they should be segmented to show what was in
the past and what we are currently working together on .
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Review of 2007 YYBSA Agreement and Discussion for 2008
Dave Mogle attached the current drafts of the agreement and policies.
Changes from 2007 are in color. Also attached is a letter from the
YYBSA President, Pete Athens, in response to proposed fees ,
Deb Horaz asked about number two on the agreement regarding the
portable mounds not being developed . Mogle explained why we won 't
put in portable mounds and refers her to number two on the
agreement for further reasoning .
Scott Sleezer reiterates that the portable mounds are extremely heavy
to move and that they would want to fill in the gap in front of and
behind the mounds with clay. In doing so it would become labor
intensive and once you take the mounds off the field the next day
there would be material there you either would have to rake back into
the field or pick up . He explains it added time in getting that field up
and operational .
Truman thought we don't really need that bullet point at all . He felt
that we should just say that we are not going to build permanent
mounds and we are not going to invest in portable mounds for reasons
of our own design . However he felt we should add as a private
organization if you want to bring them out yourself you should be able
to .
Sleezer said that for weekend play it didn't worry him but if it were
everyday play he was worried about them bringing out their own
mounds . Truman said that if they purchase the three-day premium
package and they want to come out and invest, provide and care for
their own mounds he didn 't want to close the door on that. Sleezer
was also concerned that people would be driving on the grass and if
we didn 't have staff out there to stop them he felt it would happen on
a daily basis .
Truman looked at the memo and the YYBSA agreement and wanted to
massage the verbiage of the fees and have it say along the lines that
the fees come from the players and not the YYBSA themselves . He
wanted to leave the argument of their budget off the table . He wanted
to add a levy. Truman explained that we should leave it up to the
YYBSA to decide where to get the money. Sleezer said that they could
fundraise for it if they wanted to; we didn 't want to tell them how to
come up with the money. Mogle stated that it didn 't have to be a
surcharge however the amount had to be per player. He also said in
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the recommendation that it was Pete Athens idea that they didn't
include t- bailers . Mogle said they agreed that was reasonable .
Koch said that the YYBSA thought that the ten-thousand dollars was a
double tax . Truman said that argument doesn 't hold water on any level
and every program puts together a fee schedule . He gives an
example : if your child wants to play any sport you 'd have to pay
another fee other than your property tax.
Koch said that their other issue was the timing on this. They felt that
this should have been decided a long time ago and not a week before
registration . Sleezer said this was talked about last year and they
knew a certain amount of money for field maintenance costs would be
asked for. He said this has been on the table for a year. Koch said that
it should have been in the agreement last year so they knew it was
coming and he felt we should run it by City Council . Mogle said that he
would let the Council know of the controversy.
Swithin said that she's a renter of a facility every year, paying a rent
fee, and as she sets budgets for programs she takes the initiative, as a
renter, to go to that facility to see and agree very early and begin
dialog to see if there are any increases that are coming months in
advance . She felt that they should have done the same and that they
have the responsibility to come to us to see if there were fee
increases .
Mogle stated how we could not raise it every year. They want quality
and we want to provide it. Once they see what it takes cost wise they
should understand . He said the short of it is we need money for
service.
Koch explained to them that we were bringing on 130 new acres this
summer of maintenance and we're bringing on two more fields .
Swithin shows on the handout costs of maintenance and explains that
it doesn 't show certain coasts, such as mowing expenses, because
we'd be mowing anyway. Truman felt that what the price list shows
was efficient enough to show a ten -thousand dollar charge .
FY 200812009 Preliminary Budget
Dave Mogle goes over the first draft of the proposed budget in the
Parks and Recreation Department areas . Mogle highlighted the
following : He said the golf outing , in the revenue area, is still a strong
source of income that we can apply toward special projects in special
areas .
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On page 4 of 4 of the Parks and Recreation Comments he noted that
point 5 this is initially what they put in for staff. He said the
Administrative Assistant would be to help he and Sue with clerical
duties . He noted that Scott recommended three positions : a Park
Operator, and two Maintenance Workers, The Park Operator would be
a higher paid position . He noted we are looking for someone in the
trades for carpentry for example ; someone that could do work that we
would normally contract out and pay more for.
Mogle noted that the four individuals starting would be staggered .
Individuals would be starting June 1st, September 1st, and November
1st
Mogle noted , page 2 of 4 under Recreation Expenses, pre-school
salaries are up because we are looking at hiring an extra aid to work
on the floor if the enrollment numbers go up.
He said , page 3 of 4 under Recreation Expenses, recreation equipment
had jumped considerably because recently new legislature requires us
to have AED machines at outdoor facilities such as ball fields and
soccer fields . Swithin said that they we will need to have them at the
concession stands . Mogle said they run about $ 1 , 500 - $2, 000 each
and we are going to invest in at least six of them .
Mogle explained, under the reserves line item on page 3 of 4, the net
gain from the golf outing goes into this fund for special purchases such
as the white van and movie screen that have been purchased . Swithin
said that's the whole reason the golf outing exists however it's been
misnamed reserve . When Council looks at this they are confused by it
because it's not really a reserve it's an account that we put the
proceeds from the outing into . Mogle noted that they are looking at
giving it another name however he is looking at getting it approved
from finance department.
In the Land Cash section Mogle said that the Heartland Circle land
cash is a mistake and the $ 25, 000 for Autumn Creek is for the special
permit for this year.
Getting into expenses Mogle said that the priorities are Heartland
Circle. Laura and Scott have put together the conceptual plan . They
will get a park this year.
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Under parks and recreation capital page 1 of 1 , Mogle said that there
are a couple of vehicles that are up for replacement. Sleezer said that
they are replacing a pick- up truck and a dump truck. He said that
some of the equipment is over ten years old and they would like to get
a new paint sprayer and turf roller as well . He said there is a great
need to roll ball fields .
In the land acquisition fund Mogle explained that the Clark purchase
may come out of our land cash . Koch said the funding might however
come elsewhere .
Mogle stated that so far it's a balanced budget however this is still a
preliminary budget and there would be adjustments . He said the
budget runs from May 1St to April 30th and he would give updates as
changes were made.
New Business:
2008 IDNR Bicycle Grant Cycle and Potential Project*
Dave Mogle said this is just informational at this point. He said the
staff had met with the grant consultants on December 19th. They
talked about all potential grant projects . Mogle touched base on the
seven potential bicycle trail projects from the meeting .
The first one is the ComEd Easement form Van Emmon Street south .
He said that this trail is most expensive and they are still working with
IDOT and ComEd on this.
The second is the Blackberry Woods to Rt. 34 west to Kendall
Marketplace . This is north of the river. There is an issue with the grant
because of the large ravine that lays on the other side and it would
take a large bridge to go over it. Laura Haake said that the property
on the other side of the ravine is only 60ft wide so we don 't have a lot
of area to get up the slope to the other side . We may have to discuss
with the PNA camp to see if we can get an additional acre there to help
us bring that path back and forth . We won 't know until we have
preliminary engineering done, she said .
The third is Kennedy Road from Bridge Park to Autumn Creek. This is
based on existing paths in Autumn Creek.
The fourth is Fox Road to Hoover and Silver Springs . He said that
Hoover is owned by the Forest Preserve and that creates a challenge .
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The fifth is Cannonball Trail link form Rt. 34 to Rt. 47 and right now
the pathway is about a mile along the commercial frontage and ends
at the northeast corner.
Sixth is Fox Hills along Rt. 34 to the retail area . Mogle said that it runs
in front of Rush Copley and they are required to put a path in front of
their facility.
The last one is Mill Rd . link to Oswego . That is up near the Grand
Reserve area .
Mogle said that the one we're focusing on most is number three . We
will take it to our grant writers and they will take it from there .
Reports
Director Report
None
Parks Report
Scott Sleezer mentioned the letter sent to the City Hall from a resident
who complained about the City shoveling snow into their driveway
thus the reason they shoveled it back into the street. The resident
wanted to see some of the overstaffed parks department to shovel his
driveway instead of shoveling parks and walkways that no one uses
this time of the year. Sleezer wanted to point out that it is necessary
to shovel those parks and walkways because they are used by public
access . A lot of times school buses stop at corners and we have to
absolutely have to sidewalks shoveled he said . He also noted that we
can 't take the chance of someone walking on the street, because they
are plowed and the sidewalks are not, and they get hit by a car.
Recreation Report
Sue Swithin reported that over 70 kids wrote Santa letters . She said
that we received a nice thank you letter from a mother who expressed
her thanks for getting a personalized letter back to her daughter. She
said we always appreciate those nice letters .
She also noted that basketball is about to start up .
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Swithin noted that her administrative assistant, Shay Rosborough was
doing very well .
She also mentioned that Winter Fun Day is coming up on January 18th
and 2 Ball is beginning February 15tH
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Additional Business:
Future Meeting Schedule & Agenda Items
None
Van Truman announced that he had been working with a company
called the Hon Company and this past week he settled on an offer, He
will be moving down to Kentucky to head up their wood and leather
seeding division in the position of controller. He stated he would be
starting on January 28tH
Adiournment:
Ken Koch asked for a motion to suspend the regular meeting at 9 : 45
pm . Horaz made a motion and Sedgwick seconded the motion .
Ken Koch asked for a motion to enter into executive session , for the
purchase or lease of real property for the use of the public body. For
the appointment, employment, compensation , discipline, performance
or dismissal of specific employees of the public body or legal counsel
for the public body, Sedgwick made a motion and Truman seconded
the motion and all in favor by voice vote .
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Adiournment:
Ken Koch called for a motion to end the executive session and to
reconvene into regular session at 10 : 55 PM . Deb Horaz made the
motion and Vickie Coveny seconded the motion and it was
unanimously approved by voice vote to end the regular meeting .
Next meeting : January 24, 2008
Minutes respectfully submitted by
Jamie Cheatham, Minute Taker
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MEMORANDUM
TO : Yorkvillb Par .Board
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FROM: Dave .ggle, Director of Parks and Recreation
RE: Old Business
DATE: January 22, 2008
REVIEW OF 2007 YYBSA AGREEMENT AND DISCUSSION FOR 2008
Following the January 10, 2008 Park Board Meeting, YYBSA representatives and Park and
Recreation staff met to further discuss the 2008 Agreement. YYBSA disagrees with the staff's
proposal to add a requirement to the agreement that would establish a per player fee that would
be paid by YYBSA to the Park and Recreation Department to help offset a portion of field
preparation and maintenance costs. They proposed an alternative to generate funds for
maintenance. Attached is their proposal and a draft response from staff.
HOOVER PROPERTY AD HOC COMMITTEE REPORT
Staff will give an update on the Hoover Property discussions.
2008 IDNR BICYCLE GRANT CYCLE AND POTENTIAL PROJECT*
An update will be given since the January 10, 2008 Park Board meeting concerning a potential
project for the 2008 grant cycle.
REVIEW OF PARK AND RECREATION GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
As our practice has been every three months we will review department goals and objectives, and
report on progress. A copy of the goals and objectives are attached.
YORKVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES FOR 2007
PREFACE
The following Goals, Objectives, and Action Plans are considered to be
"fluid" They will be referred to frequently through 2007 to track
progress. In so doing, it may be necessary to modify aspects of these
points to adjust to occurrences, obstacles, changing resources, or new
opportunities that were not known at the time they were formulated. If,
in the strategic interests of the Park and Recreation Department,
changes are necessary, the Park Board will be informed.
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✓ = Completed
GOAL 1 : BE RECOGNIZED AS A PREMIER PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT—A TRENDSETTER AND
LEADER.
Obiective 1 : By May 2007, recommend potential site(s) for new
maintenance building.
✓ Action Plan l : Identify possible sites for new maintenance building.
Person(s) responsible: Dave, Scott, Eric. Deadline: 2/9/07
✓ Action Plan 2: Complete analysis of desirability of each site, including cost
projections.
Person(s) responsible: Dave, Scott, Eric, Architect Deadline: 5/1/07
✓ Action Plan 3: Take recommendation to Park and Recreation Board.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 5/9/07
Objective 2: Land acquisition.
To be covered in Master Plan update and incorporated into Strategic Objectives.
Obiective 3 : Address staffing needs.
To be covered in FY06/07 budget proposals and incorporated into Strategic Objectives.
GOAL 2 : PROACTIVELY MATCH PARK PROGRAMS AND
SERVICES WITH CUSTOMERS' WANTS AND NEEDS,
Obiective 1 : By June 1 , 2007, finalize lease agreement for Hoover
property
• Action Plan 1 : Meet with park and recreation staff to review current draft
agreement and discuss land usage.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 1/15/07
• Action Plan 2 : Review revised draft agreement and "bubble" diagrams for land
usage.
Person(s) responsible: Parks and Rec staff Deadline: 1/30/07
✓ Action Plan 3: Meet with County staff to review draft agreement
Person(s) responsible: Parks and Rec staff Deadline: 2/15/07
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✓ Action Plan 4: Submit proposed agreement to Park and Recreation Board for
input.
Person(s) responsible: Dave. Deadline: 2/22/07
Action Plan 5: Hold town meeting to review plans and receive public input.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 3/31/07
Action Plan 6: Submit draft agreement to Parks and Recreation Board for
approval.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 4/12/07
Action Plan 7: Submit final agreement to Parks and Recreation Board for
approval
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 4/26/07
Obstacles to staying on schedule have included the Forest Preserve District's
desire to slow process down until after the April referendum, address the
Outdoor Education immediate need for space and the BSA request to rent
space for 2008, and discussing concerns with COY funding. A meeting has
been held between representatives of the FPD and COY and have agreed to
establish an Ad Hoc committee to resolve all issues.
Obiective 2 : By Aug. 31, 2007, complete community survey on parks
and recreation needs/desires.
• Action Plan 1 : Receive staff input on suggested survey questions or topics to be
included in survey.
Person(s) responsible: Sue Deadline: 1/15107
• Action Plan 2: Call research team at Northern Illinois University for
information on timelines and costs to conduct survey.
Person(s) responsible: Sue Deadline: 1/15/07
✓ Action Plan 3 : Receive board input for survey.
erson(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 1/25/07
✓ Action Plan 4. Secure board approval of contract for survey.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 2/8/07
Obstacles to staying on schedule included the City Council's direction to do a
mail survey instead of phone survey. The mail survey will be completed by
November instead of original projected date of August for the phone survey.
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GOAL 3 : AGGRESSIVELY TAP ALL RESOURCES, INCLUDING
CREATING NEW AND STRONGER PARTNERSHIPS.
Obiective 1 : By May 1 , 2007, finalize new school/parks agreement.
• Action Plan 1 : Select Park and Recreation Department representatives to serve
on school/parks agreement ad hoc committee.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 12/14/06
• Action Plan 2: Send letter to School District confirming its appointment of
members to the school/parks agreement ad hoc committee and to set a date for
committee to meet.
Person(s) responsible: Dave. Deadline: 1/11/07
• Action Plan 3: Complete draft of new school/parks agreement.
Person(s) responsible: Ad Hoc Committee Deadline: 2/22/07
• Action Plan 4: Take proposed school/parks agreement to Park and Recreation
Board for approval.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 3/22/07
No potential obstacles identified. Remain on schedule.
Obiective 2: By June 1 , 2007, build a strategy for developing new
partnerships.
✓ Action Plan 1 : Review previous partnership proposal and determine relevance.
Person(s) responsible: Sue. Deadline: 1/15/07
✓ Action Plan 2: Make necessary revisions at staff meeting
Person(s) responsible: Dave, Sue, Scott. Deadline: 1/24/07
Action Plan 3: Take to Park Board for Approval
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 6/1/07
Objective 3 : By July 1 , 2007, complete a parks and recreation
donation/gift brochure.
• Action Plan 1 : Gather information on park donations/gifts and deliver to Sue.
Person(s) responsible: Laura. Deadline: 1/19/07
• Action Plan 2: Share draft of brochure copy, including both parks and
recreation donation/gift information, with appropriate staff for approval.
Person(s) responsible: Sue Deadline: 5/2/07
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✓ Action Plan 3: Seek board approval of donation/gift plan.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 5/24/07
✓ Action Plan 4: Coordinate printing of brochure.
Person(s) responsible: Sue Deadline: 6/30107
Objective 3 : Secure recreation programming space.
To be covered in Master Plan update and incorporated into Strategic Objectives.
Objective 4: Explore opportunities to secure more grants.
Already addressed with grant consultant.
GOAL 4: CONTRIBUTE TO THE SENSE OF COMMUNITY AND
WELL BEING IN THE UNITED CITY OF YORKVILLE.
By January 31, 2008, complete updating of master plan.
✓ Action Plan 1: Outline a hybrid approach to updating master plan that uses both
in-house resources and outside vendors.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 2/22/07
Action Plan 2: Secure proposal for outsourced portions of updating project.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 3/15/07
✓ Action Plan 3: Receive board approval to proceed with hybrid approach to
update master plan.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 3/15/07
NOTE: Plan approved by board for updating of master plan will become
part of Strategic Objectives.
Objective 2 : Between May and October 2007, host three neighborhood
park "open houses" in which residents from the neighborhood may
attend for social interaction with park and recreation department, city
officials, and each other, food and recreation.
✓ Action Plan 1: Identify locations for the park gatherings
Person(s) responsible: Scott Deadline: 1/12107
✓ Action Plan 2: Together with Recreation Department staff discuss details of the
event. and complete written plan.
Person(s) responsible: Sue, Scott Deadline: 2/15/07
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✓ Action Plan 3: Present to Park Board for their input and commitment to
participate.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 3/8/07
✓ Action Plan 4: Heavily promote and then implement each open house.
Person(s) responsible: Scott, Sue Deadline: 3/8/07
Objective 3 : By October 31, 2007, host two new community-wide events
or significantly enhance and expand existing events.
✓ Action Plan 1: Identify two new events and /or specific ways of enhancing
existing events that will create a sense of community involvement and pride.
Person(s) responsible: Tim Deadline: 2/7/07
✓ Action Plan 2: Together with Recreation Department staff discuss details of the
event. and complete written plan.
Person(s) responsible: Tim Deadline: 3/13/07
Action Plan 3: Increase presence in July 4th parade through construction of a park
and recreation department float, opening it up as a program in which community
children can participate.
Person(s) responsible: Recreation Dept. Staff Deadline: 7/4/07
Obiective 4: By December 31 , 2007, have park and recreation
program(s) featured on Public Access Television.
✓ Action Plan 1: Meet with Community Relation Manager at Park and Recreation
Dept. Staff Meeting and jointly plan tentative program.
Person(s) responsible: Dave,Scott Deadline: 1/17/06
Action Plan 2: Coordinate details of program(s) and implement
✓ Person(s) responsible: Scott for Parks Prog. Deadline: 12/31/07
Sue for Recreation Prog.
Objective 5: Improve Park Board/City Council relationship.
✓ Action Plan 1 : Prepare and manage list of upcoming park and/or facility
completions, special program commencements, and events in order that timely
invitations to dedications, ribbon cuttings, or inaugural events be sent to Park
Board and City Council members.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: 2/8/07 creation
of list
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✓ Action Plan 2: Identify opportunities for special recognitions of people who have
served the City through the Park and Recreation Department, whether it be former
park board members, committee members, scout group projects, outstanding
volunteers. Have park board members attend Council meetings and participate
with City council in these recognitions.
Person(s) responsible: Dave Deadline: Ongoing
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TO: Brendan V&Dair(ldin, City Administrator
FROM: Dave M ctor of Parks and Recreation
RE: Park and Recreation Department Goals
DATE: January 10, 2008
The following are Park and Recreation Department goals for the purpose of City Council
review and discussion:
1 . Finalize Lease Agreement with Kendall County Forest Preserve District for
the City's use and development of approximately seventy (70) acres for active
recreation.
2. Acquire recreation center facility for the purpose of operating park and
recreation department programs, that becomes, at a minimum, self
sustaining.
3 . Build upon teen and senior citizen recreational opportunities through the
development of imaginative programs and facilities.
4. Finalize bicycle trail plan and establish timetable for implementing plan.
5. Identify and acquire acreage for parks, particularly a sizable parcel (50
plus acres) in the southern planning area of Yorkville for a community
park.
6. Create and maintain a sense of public ownership of parks through park
dedications and events.
The above goals are highlights that came from a park board strategic planning session. It
may be unrealistic to believe they can all be accomplished in a year. However, I'm
providing them so that council members may be knowledgeable of park board's
convictions.
MEMORANDUM
TO: Yorkvillb Park Board
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FROM: Dave llfoyle, Director of Parks and Recreation
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RE: New Baginess
DATE: January 24, 2008
PLAYFUL CITIES USA PROGRAM
We would like to become a "Playful City" and be recognized as such through entry signs in to
the city. As a "Playful City" Yorkville is eligible for grants and other funding resources that are
connected to the KaBoom organization. KaBoom is a national organization that helps cities and
towns build safe playgrounds for children. We have alerted the Mayor and she is supportative.
An explanation will be given on the program and what needs to be completed to be given this
designation.
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Dave Mogle
From: Laura Haake [Ihaake @yorkville.il.us]
Sent: Monday, December 31 , 2007 4: 10 PM
To: 'Dave Mogle'; 'Scott Sleezer'
Subject: FW: Playful City question
Attachments: PCUSA Sample Audit.doc
Below is an outline of what we will be working on for the Playful Cities application. An FYI.
Laura
Laura K. Haake
City Park Designer
United City of Yorkville
800 Game Farm Rd.
Yorkville, IL 60560
p: 630.553.8574
f.• 630.553.3436
From: Kristen Mehr fmailto: KMehr @kaboom.org]
" - Sent: Tuesday, March 06, 2007 11 :24 AM
Cc: Bruce Bowman
Subject: RE: Playful City question
Greetings to All!
I am amazed at how many communities across the country have requested an application to become recognized
as a Founding Playful City USA community. It just demonstrates that a movement in play is on its way and your
community is ready to be a leader! Together we will bring play back into the lives of every child in America.
I wanted to give you an update about the status of applications and suggest some immediate steps you can take
to move forward in the application process right now.
We will be sending out the first round of applications mid to late-March. However, it is not too early to get started
so here are the suggestions I have if you want to ensure plenty of time for meeting the five Commitments:
1 . Identify your Play Committee/Task force/Commission and have each member register as a Playmaker on
the KaBOOMI site, www.kaboom.org/RALLY. Note that the parameter for this Commitment will be that you
have one Mayoral appointee (This appointee must either be the Mayor, their Chief of Staff or a relevant
Cabinet member or Mayoral direct report); One representative from the Business community and one
representative from the public at large. In addition, I also highly suggest that there be a member of city
council on this committee/commission so as to create balance within government.
2. Identify a date for an Annual Play Day and begin the process of acquiring a Proclamation from the Mayor.
(This event would also be a great initial planning opportunity to unite your newly formed and /or focused
Play Commission/Committee as you await the application.)
3. Identify what has already happened within your community in regards to mapping of playspaces. Please
note that we will be looking to see all playspaces that are publicly accessible, so this does include
schools and locations other than Parks and Rec. However Parks and Rec is a good place to start for an
initial map. We will be requiring at a minimum the information that is on the attached Playspace Audit
(Sample). If you have already done surveys, feel free to use those if they have similar information to the
one that is attached. In addition, we will require at least 10 surveys to include 3 pictures (I would
recommend getting pictures for all because this will be a Growth Award opportunity. (Just as an FYI: this is
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a great community organizing event to get a whole bunch of folks involved and potentially do it in
conjunction with a Play Day. San Francisco divided their city up into 4 quadrants and sent folks out to do a
report card on all their spaces.) "This will be the most time consuming effort unless it has already been
done.
4. Finally, please continue to check the RALLY landing page on our website for updates on Playful City USA
and, consider sharing your community's best practices in play on our Wiki-online Municipality's Guide to
Becoming Playful.
These activities will get you started and you all will be well on your way when the application arrives. I hope this
is a helpful start. Let me know if you have any other questions. And in advance, KaBOOM! is looking forward to
honoring your community at the Founding Playful City USA national recognition ceremony in the fall!
So have fun, be playful and become a Founding Playful City USA!
Kristen L. Mehr, Director of National Advocacy
KaBOOM !
4455 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 8100 Washington, DC 20008
202.464.6174
Make Way For Playl Learn more about our new national recognition program, Playful City USA at
www.kab_oom. org
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Dave Mogle
From: Laura Haake [Ihaake @yorkville.il.us]
Sent: Monday, December 31 , 2007 4:21 PM
To: 'Dave Mogle'; 'Scott Sleezer'
Subject: Playful City - TO DO LIST
1 ) Make a play committee — this group is going to identify the Annual Play Day, host it, and get a
proclamation from the Mayor.
a. Scott
b. Laura
c. Dave
d. Park Board Member
e. Mayor appointee (Chief of Staff, Council Member) or Mayor herself
f. Business community representative
g. Public representative
2) Have committee members register that they are Playmakers on the KaBOOm website
3) Identify a date for an Annual Play Day
4) Acquire a Proclamation from the Mayor
That's basically it since I have already completed the preliminary Audits last summer. I am having Amy go through
the information to make sure the street names and acreages are correct, and that we included all of our facilities.
We must also include school playgrounds or other public playgrounds.
We'll discuss this on the 8t' to figure out when we can have our first committee meeting and who should be on it.
Thanks,
Laura
Laura K. Haake
City Park Designer
United City of Yorkville
800 Game Farm Rd.
Yorkville, IL 60560
p: 630.553.8574
f.: 630.553.3436
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Yorkvilke Park Board
FROM: Dave M 1 e, Director of Parks and Recreation
RE: Director's Report
DATE: January 22, 2008
RECREATION MANAGER REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION
The revised job description for the Recreation Manager takes into account input received
from Human Resources, City Administration and Mayoral levels. This updated version
is to be presented to the City Council on January 22, 2008.
ATTORNEY BILLS TO PARKS AND RECREATION
At the January 10, 2008 Park Board meeting, a question arose on Attorney bills to Parks
and Recreation. Almost entirely, the legal services line item in the Parks and Recreation
Department budget covers work done for the department by the City Attorney. The
question was raised about whether there was any written record or summary that
described work performed on behalf of the department. Attached are sample statements
that demonstrate how Attorney billings are submitted with written records.
SCHOOL BOARD/CITY COUNCIL JOINT MEETING FOLLOW-UP
Parks and Recreation had great representation at the meeting as three park board
members plus our city council liaison were present in addition to myself.
We can take time at the January 24, 2008 park board meeting, as a part of the Directors
Report, to debrief. Attached is a follow-up communication from Chris Rollins to add to
the discussion.
COM ED DRAFT LEASE FOR EASEMENT AT GRANDE RESERVE PARK B
We have received our first version of a lease for the ComEd easement adjacent to Grande
Reserve Park B. The area will be used for a 12 station Disc Golf area. The draft
agreement is being distributed for your review, but not acted upon, because it has not yet
gone through city legal review.
IDOT APPROVAL OF TRAIL CROSSINGS
Great news. We have received IDOT's approval for a trail crossing at Rt. 126 and Rt. 71
which brings us a step closer to the necessary sign-offs for a paved trail in the ComEd
Easement running south from downtown and connecting to existing trails in Raintree and
Windett Ridge.
IPR STATE CONFERENCE
The Illinois Park and Recreation State Conference will have great representation from
Yorkville, especially on Friday when park board members and staff will attend the trade
show and educational sessions on park and recreation subjects. Yorkville will be
recognized for its Hiding Spot Park award.
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Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department
Recreation Manager
Job Description
Department: Recreation
Reports to: Superintendent of Recreation
Status: Full Time, Salary, Exempt
Positions Supervised: Custodial / Instructors / Concession Staff
Salary Schedule: Recreation Manager Range
Position Description Overview
Under the supervision of the Superintendent of Recreation, the Recreation Manager is responsible for
managing, planning, programming, organization and supervision of all recreation department special
events and activities and assists as directed with community events operated through other city
departments or civic groups. The Recreation Manager shall oversee concession operations and
custodial staff owned or managed by the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department. In addition, the
Recreation Manager shall perform various administrative tasks for the department including but not
limited to: vehicle reports, coordination of background checks, staff training, publicity, sponsor
recruitment, volunteer recruitment, and community group liaison. The Recreation Manager position
requires a flexible schedule to facilitate and represent the Department at meetings, workshops,
conferences and in other situations, as assigned in the absence of the Superintendent, and as it relates
to recreation.
Essential Job Functions
A. Budget and Finance
1 . Prepares and oversees budget for all areas of responsibility including special events,
concession operations, custodial supplies, department vehicle maintenance, recreational
services, administration, and staffing needs.
2. Assists with decisions concerning the setting of program fees and charges and
concession pricing. Assists in monitoring cash handling practices, fee collection and
point of sale.
3 . Creates departmental reports and comparisons pertaining to revenues/expenses,
inventories, purchasing, event attendance, recreational programs and facility needs.
Reports on annual accomplishments and activities regarding events and concessions
4. Pursues sponsorships, grants and other alternate sources of funding,
for special events and programs where appropriate.
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• Staff Development and Supervision
1 . Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff in area of responsibility. Develops
and recommends job descriptions and compensation for subordinate staff. Assists in t
training of full-time recreation staff
2. Secures contracts and implements services pertaining to special events, concessions,
custodial needs and other departmental areas as directed.
3 . Manages volunteer data base for the department and develops a volunteer appreciation
program
4. Assists in managing back ground checks and/or employee records in cooperation with
the Human Resource Department.
• Policies and Procedures
1 . Recommends to the Superintendent of Recreation overall recreation department policies
and procedures to improve operations.
2. Establishes risk management practices for concession facilities, recreation department
vehicles, volunteer program, and other areas of responsibility as needed.
3 . Develop, implement and maintain the Concession Stand Procedures Manual.
4. Establish operational rules/regulations in absence of formal policies.
C. Public Relations, Customer Service and Marketing
1 . Represents the department as directed to community organizations such as, public and
private schools, businesses, and service groups, pertaining to specific events and
programs.
2.Works cooperatively with the city Community Relations employees in the
implementation of public information services such as, news releases, newsletters,
brochures, announcements, features, message boards, and web sites. Organizes the
schedule for the entire recreation department.
3 . Assists the Community Relations Department as directed by the Supt. of Recreation
with city events outside the Park and Recreation Department. Acts as park and
recreation department liaison for such events.
D. Programming
1 . Develop a seasonal plan to include purpose, goals and implementation for special
events and concession facilities.
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2. Plan and administer diversified special events for all ages, including compliance with
accessibility standards and special needs.
3 . Oversee the preparation and implementation of events and programs. Maintain
calendars and schedules for department facilities, private and public facilities per
intergovernmental agreements, and monitor custodial needs in relation to those
schedules.
E. Facility Operations
1 . Assist with coordination of facilities, equipment, staff, and supplies, in relation to the
custodial needs
2. Assist with maintenance standards and plans, including a preventive maintenance
program for the concession facilities.
3 . Develop hazardous materials handling procedures in conjunction with the other city
departments and local, state and federal regulations, i.e. Health Department.
Performs other duties and functions as directed by the Superintendent of Recreation.
Basic Requirements - Job Knowledge
1 . Will have excellent communication and writing skills.
2. Will have the ability to be a "self motivator" and have strong administrative skills in
scheduling, delegating and reporting.
3 . Will have the ability to calculate utilizing basic math skills.
4. Will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to have a good working relationship with
staff, volunteers, and overall public.
5. Must maintain a valid driver's license and abide by the Park & Recreation Department vehicle
policy. Must have successfully completed a background investigation with findings of good
character and no felony convictions.
6. Must comply with all rules, policies, regulations and procedures related to the City of
Yorkville's Employee Manual.
7. May regularly be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up
to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
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Minimum and Preferred Experience and Education
1 . Bachelor Degree in Recreation, Physical Education, Leisure Services or related field and a
minimum of three years field experience in recreation programming, supervision, leadership,
and development of staff or equivalent combination of education and experience. CPRP
preferred.
2. Must have experience in computer and programming skills; experience relating to recreation
software; publisher software and word processing, RecTrac preferred.
The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be
performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the
position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description
does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject
to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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M. Roth . 30 hrs .
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10 /02 /07 Attended Hoover Park property meeting with Yorkville City
Staff , Mayor and Kendall Forest Preserve District
representatives ( 2 . 4 ) .
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10 /11/07 Began researching and drafting Sale Agreement for land
with Sharon Glaskill . 3U4a" '
T . Hayes 2 . 60 hrs .
10 /17/ 07 Continue draft of Land Sale Agreement .
1 . 6
T . Hayes 1 . 90 hrs .
10 /23 / 07 Revised and supplemented draft of Land Purchase Agreement
between Yorkville and Clark ' s .
1 . 6
T . Hayes 3 . 20 hrs .
10 /29/07 Review and finalize contract to acquire Hopkins property .
1 . 6
T . Hayes . 60 hrs .
10/30 / 07 Prairie Meadows Park contract/LJ Dodd Construction :
Conference with Dave Mogel regarding bid discrepancies .
1 . 6
M . Roth . 20 hrs .
General Corporate Police O(� \E� t[W `oo � �
10/17 / 07 Analysis of Yorkville citations for hearing on 11/2 / 07 .
1 . 7
T . Hayes . 80 hrs . 51 y � S
10/19/ 07 Continued analysis of numerous citations scheduled to be
heard on 11/2 / 07 in Kendall County Courthouse .
1 . 7
T . Hayes 1 . 30 hrs . -
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10 /30 / 07 Analysis of ordinances cited on tickets in preparation of f;{. ,; . }' '. . : ' � o-a . >
appearing in court on same ; conduct telephone conference
with Yorkville employees regarding tickets and future
handling .
1 . 7
T . Hayes (�`n 3 . 40 hrs .
General. Corporate Telecommunications///yy �` \ -
10 /26/07 Telecommunications : Conference with Bart Olson regarding
telecommunications ordinances ( . 2 ) . Prepare and transmit
cable video service provider ordinance , right-of-way
ordinance , cable customer protection law ordinance , cable
video service provider PEG fee ordinance and summary of
Invoice 621220 Page 17
DATE DESCRIPTION TIMEKEEPER QTY RATE AMOUNT
10 /31/07 Travel Expenses - - Vendor : M . Roth 1 $ 30 . 70 $ 30 . 70
Michael Roth 9/25 /07
Attended Yorkville City
Council mtg ( 60 miles )
Color Photocopies $ 115 . 00
Photocopies $ 52 . 53
TOTAL Itemized Charges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x . . . . . . . . $ 838 . 33
TOTAL DUE FOR THIS MATTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 49 , 438 . 33
PLEASE REMIT TOTAL INVOICE BALANCE DUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 49 , 438 . 33
ACCOUNTS ARE DUE UPON RECEIPT
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REMITTANCE PAGE
SUBMIT REMITTANCE TO :
ICE MILLER LLP
P . O . BOX 663633
Indianapolis , Indiana 46266
( 317 ) 221- 2996
CLIENT NAME : United City of Yorkville
Mayor Valerie Burd
800 Game Farm Rd
Yorkville , IL 60560
MATTER TITLE : General Corporate
MATTER # : 27166 . 0001
INVOICE # : 621220
PLEASE REMIT TOTAL INVOICE BALANCE DUE . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $ 49 , 438 . 33
ACCOUNTS ARE DUE UPON RECEIPT
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Dave Mogle
From: CHRISTOPHER ROLLINS [CH RISTOP HER.ROLL[NS @illinois.gov]
Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2008 1 :00 PM
To: dmogle @yorkville.il.us
Subject: Fwd: news release
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Red
Attachments: CHRISTOPHER ROLLINS.vcf
Dave:
After last night's meeting, I started thinking that we (city /parks) might be well served to develop a joint
school/park concept plan. This would give us visual talking points that would emphasize ways of incorporating
joint use considerations into the design of a school building and surrounding site.
One excellent way to do this would be with a conservation/Habitat "theme" for the green space which would
hold dual use as outdoor instructional space for the school and park. It seems there is a grant program that
might offer small financial assitance in this regard ($600), but more importantly serves to emphasize the dual
purpose of education and recreation that natural spaces can provide (see below). Developing an interpretive
trail is an allowable expense under the program. Prairie plots, butterfly gardens, rain gardens, stormwater
wetlands and bird sanctuaries all offer excellent passive recreation potential, and with proper placement, many
of these elements could co-exist with active recreation areas by using the building, hardscape, berms or
natuaral plantings for separation. I know our "award winning" designer could come up with something that
would have lots of "wow" factor - some concept drawings, maybe a model, would be great. This would also
allow us to introduce some of our concerns like parking and entrance/exit to gym space, etc. without having the
discussion be solely about the more mundane aspects
Christopher A Rollins
Regional Land Manager
IDNR Region II Office
2050 W. Stearns Rd.
Bartlett, IL 60103
847-608-3100 ext. 2050
>> > DNR PIO 1/14/2008 11 :46 AM >> >
Illinois Department of
Natural Resources Rod R. Blagojevich, Governor
One Natural Resources Way • Springfield, Illinois 62702-1271 Sam Flood, Acting Director
http://dnr.state.if.us
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASECONTACTS: Chris McCloud
January 14, 2008 (217) 558-1540
IDNR awards Schoolyard Habitat Action Grants
Schools, organizations receive funds to help youngsters develop wildlife habitat
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SPRINGFIELD, IL - Hundreds of Illinois students will have the opportunity to work on improving natural habitats
outside of the classroom while supporting their studies thanks to grant funding from the Illinois Department of
Natural Resources (IDNR) Division of Education Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant program. Eighteen
organizations are receiving almost $8,800 in funds to support prairie plots, butterfly gardens, rain gardens,
stormwater wetlands and bird sanctuaries that students will develop and use for natural resources research.
By developing these projects, students can learn first-hand how their stewardship efforts make a difference for
wildlife, said IDNR Acting Director Sam Flood. Students are involved in all aspects of the projects, from design to
maintenance. They are also able to study the plants and wildlife through classroom lessons. We want them to
take the lessons learned and apply them throughout their lives.
Funding for the Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant program is provided through a donation by the Jade[ Family
Foundation and is administered by the Illinois Conservation Foundation. Since the programs inception, more
than $83,000 has been distributed. Applications for the grant program are accepted annually and must be
postmarked by November 30. Instructions and an application form may be downloaded from the IDNR web site
at htt0://dnr.state.il.us/lands/education/CLASSRM/grants.htm . A maximum award of $600 per successful
applicant is available.
Interest in this program is on the rise, Flood said. We received a record number of applicants this year and
distributed a record amount of funds. It is our goal to have Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program projects
developed in every county of the state and eventually at every school. Using these habitat areas can support the
Illinois Learning Standards in a variety of subject areas.
For more information, call 217/524-4126 or email (dnr.teachkids@illinois.ao_v ) the IDNR Division of Education. A
list of the latest grant awards by county is below.
Illinois Schoolyard Habitat Action Grant Program Awards
Clinton County
Aviston Elementary School, Aviston. Grades: 1 and S. Project: Design and plant a butterfly garden. Grant Award :
$527.00.
Coles County
Douglas-Hart Nature Center, Mattoon. Grade: 4. Project: Develop a stormwater wetland area. Grant Award:
$579.50.
Cook County
Glenwood School for Boys and Girls, Glenwood. Grade: 5. Project: Design and implement a rain garden. Grant
Award: $600.00.
Ravenswood Elementary School, Chicago. Grades: 7-8. Project: Prepare a bird and butterfly sanctuary with
native plants and bird houses. Grant Award: $522.00.
Cumberland County
Neoga Community Unit School District #3, Neoga. Grades: 4-12. Project: Construct a butterfly garden to
enhance an existing outdoor classroom. Grant Award: $585.00.
De Kalb County
Genoa Davenport Elementary School Unit District 424, Genoa. Grades: K-8. Project: Develop a
hands-on prairie demonstration garden. Grant Award: $600.00.
Jefferson County
Opdyke Attendance Center, Opdyke. Grades: 4-8. Project: Create butterfly and hummingbird gardens and a
prairie plot. Grant Award: $593.96.
Jersey County
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St. Francis/Holy Ghost School, Jerseyville. Grades: K-4. Project: Develop a butterfly habitat area. Grant Award:
$160.00
Kendall County
Traughber Junior High School, Oswego. Grades: 6-8. Project: Establish a native prairie habitat on the school
grounds. Grant Award: $596.00.
La Salle County
Mendota High School, Mendota. Grades: 9-12. Project: Plant a prairie/butterfly habitat. Grant
Award: $574.83.
McDonough County
Bushnell-Prairie City Elementary School, Bushnell. Grades: 4-5. Project: Create a butterfly/hummingbird garden.
Grant Award: $600.00.
McHenry County
Prairie Hill School, Cary. Grades: 5-6. Project: Establish a schoolyard prairie plot. Grant Award : $180.00.
Monroe County
University of Illinois Extension and Junior Master Gardeners, Waterloo. Grades: K-12. Project: Plant a butterfly
garden. Grant Award : $236.00.
Platt County
Monticello Middle School, Monticello. Grades: 6 and 8. Project: Enlarge an existing prairie garden. Grant Award:
$440.00.
Randolph County
Chester High School, Chester. Grades: 9-12. Project: Design and plant a butterfly garden. Grant
Award: $286.34.
Union County
Lick Creek Elementary School #16, Buncombe. Grades: K-8. Project: Plant a butterfly garden with native
wildflowers. Grant Award : $580.00.
Will County
Pioneer Path Kindergarten, Channahon. Grade: kindergarten. Project: Develop a flower garden and install bird
feeders. Grant Award: $539.92.
Winnebago County
Harlem Middle School, Loves Park. Grades: 7-8. Project: Design and implement a schoolyard rain garden. Grant
Award: $596.00.
1/22/2008
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Division of Highways / Region 2 / District 3
700 East Norns Drive / Ottawa, Illinois t 61350-0697
Telephone 8151434-6131
January 4, 2008
EEI
Attn: Ron Naylor
52 Wheeler Road
Sugar Grove, IL 60554
City of Yorkville
Route: IL 71/Y26
Location: Van Emmons to Kingsmill
County: Kendall
Permit Log: L-10721
Dear Mr. Naylor:
A review of your plan for a trail crossing at the above mentioned location has
been completed and 'we offer the following.
1 . Your plan Is feasible in concept at this time, . but drainage Information will
be required prior to permit issuance.
2. As previously requested, the existing entrance approach pavement should
be removed at the edge of bituminous shoulder and reconstructed with
radii appropriate for a shared use path. The Illinois 126 crossing has not
been revised (see plan sheet 8).
If you have any questions, please contact Rich Ballerini, Permit Section Chief,
at 815-434-8490 and reference permit log L-10721.
Sincerely,
George F. Ryan, P.E.
Deputy Director of Highways,
Region Two Engineer
By: Dan L. Mestelle, P.E.
Program Development Engineer
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