Park Board Minutes 1997 01-22-97 1 -
YORKVILLE PARKS & RECREATION
PARK BOARD MINUTES
Jan. 22, 1997
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Dave Dockstader,John Bradstreet, Julie Bromann, Steve Bridge. Staff- Sue Swithin, Scott
Sleezer, Art Prochaska.
GUESTS:
Mr. Ropollo,Mr. Hughes- Coach Road Hills Subdivision
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
John B. motioned to approve the minutes from the Dec. 18th meeting. Dave D. seconded- all
approved-motion passed.
COACH ROAD HILLS
Mr. Hughes asked us questions pertaining to the Park agreement for the development. Mr.
Ropollo asked if he could not use asphalt for the trail around the wetlands, do to style he is
trying to create in the development and stating it isn't appropriate around wetlands.
The Park Board understood the contribution he is making above what is required, and discussed
whether to delete the Gazebo and Observation Deck.
Julie motioned to delete the Gazebo and Observation Deck, allowing the contribution to remain
at $595,768.00. Dave D. seconded- Dave D. -yes, Julie-yes, John -yes, motion passed.
The Park Board's recommendation is that the asphalt still be used around the wetlands and
delete the two items stated above. The document dated 10-23-96 still stands as the Park Board
recommendation adding the two amendments; Gazebo, and Observation Deck.
The Park Board discussed the Park Ordinance regarding trails to be paved. Mr. Ropollo asked it
be waived for his development. The Board did not agree, due to the maintenance gravel will
require.
Sue is to draft amendments and submit to the Council.
Steve left the meeting at 7:50 p.m., a quorum was still met.
APPROVAL OF BILLS:
Dave D. motioned to approve the bills with the exception of the Park Building North. Gas Co.
Julie seconded-Julie-yes,John-yes, Dave D. -yes. Motion passed.
y 'There was discussion about the gas bill and the Parks salary. If the line items aren't raised for
next year we would be working at a deficit. Scott is to look into both line items and report at the
next meeting.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT:
Sue asked to transfer$500.00 from Park Board Acc. #300667 to #300691 for Basketball
referees. Dave D. motioned - Julie seconded-John -yes, Julie-yes, Dave D. -yes, motion passed.
Sue reported on Fall programs; Total Enrolled- #1,170 Revenue- $8,149.84, Inst. Sal.-
$2,397.50,Expenses- $4,259.34, Balance- $1,493.00.
Sue reported that the storage door needs replacing- will be done by Scott.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
Sunflower Estates asked about the Park Boards recommendations to their development. Art said
to them that we would discuss asking for land only.
Sue is to create a generic form used for all developers regarding land and money acceptance.
Sue also needs to pass this recommendation to the developer.
PARK REPORT:
Sue and Scott will finalize the drafts for Blackberry Park,then Country Hills. Van Emmon
needs to be drawn and completed A.S.A.P.
Scott will post signs in Parks to avoid snowmobiles in parks.
OLD BUSINESS:
SCHOOL AGREEMENT
The School Dist. sent a counter proposal regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement concerning
the new high school. The Park Board will read through it and discussion will take place at the
next Board meeting.
Sue is to set a date for the City Golf Outing at Blackberry Golf Course.
Julie asked about activities at the Riverfront Park for the Summer. Thoughts are to have July 4th
and Labor Day activities there. Money needs to become available for entertainment, through
grants or fund raisers.
Dean from the YMCA will attend our next Board meeting regarding the Pool. Discussion will
include rates for Yorkville residents.
NEW BUSINESS:
R1 VERFRONT PARK
TruGreen from Naperville will donate $1,000.00 worth of service for the Riverfront Park.
Dave D. motioned to adjourn at 9:35 p.m. Julie B. seconded. Motion passed.
Next meeting is on Feb. 19.1997 at 7:OOp.m. Beecher Building, please call if you can not attend.
Respectfully Submitted,
Susan M. Swithin