Park Board Minutes 1997 01-05-97 YORKVILLE PARKS 8 RECREATION
PARK BOARD MINUTES
Jan. 5, 1997
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
John Bradstreet, Dave Dockstader, Steve Bridge, Kathy Curtis. Staff- Sue Swithin, Scott Sleezer.
GUESTS: Johanne Byram,resident of Fox Hill
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Steve motioned to approve the Dec. 8, 1997 minutes. -Dave D. seconded. Motion passed.
APPROVAL OF BILLS:
John motioned to approve the bills- Steve seconded. Kathy C.-yes, Dave D.-yes, John-yes, Steve-yes.
Motion passed.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Sue discussed the letter from Dr. Engler, Yorkville School Dist. regarding the High School track. Dr.
Engler is asking for approx. $14,000.00 for repairs to the track Sue stated that under the agreeement
from 1981, the city does not have to maintain the track,but that it would be in the best interest of the
commmunity to donate something to the repairs. The Board wants Sue to contact Dan Kramer, city
attorney to ask for his recommendation. If the Board agrees to some form of donation,they want it to go
to city council and the general budget.
Sue discussed her findings regarding the idea of alcohol in Beecher. Dan Kramer still needs to be
notifited, and the Will addressed. Chief Graff stated he would support the idea and help with details. He
suggested to contact other community buildings and ask how they handle the contract with vendors and
alcohol.
Sue is to ask Kim to change land cash report, adding a projected number, received, expense and balance.
The Board discussed the budget remaining this year and next years budget regarding land cash. Our
budget should show a percentage of what we owe in park equipment etc... to developments. L
PARKS REPORT
Scott mentioned that Greenbriar is 113 of the way to being complete. Scott's numbers were; $194,000
total payment; $67,500 received.
Discussion took place about Green Briar's park development in regards to the location of Sunflower
development. Was it a possiblity to create one park area for both subdivisions? Due to the land that was
offered and the layout it was not,but more could be done to Sunflower if both areas have access.
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Scott showed his document regarding the ball diamonds. Steve suggessted some changes and ideas.
Scott will make the minor changes and send it to the School Dist. and the Youth Baseball/Softball
organization. The document states who is responsible for certain maintenance at a given time within the
year. These two organizations will be invited to attend the next Board meeting in February.
Scott stated that the Lion's Club is not interested in the Park's building,too small
Scott talked to Tim Nanninga regarding keeping a city truck when the Park Board purchases another
truck for the Parks Dept. (which does not e)ist).
Scott showed the plan of Fox Hill to the Board,they discussed the areas dedicated for park space. Scott
is to find out more about the bike/walking path, and the park areas. Steve asked for a report form Joe
Wyrot in regards to the path being installed by the west side, east of the creek. Scott will meet with Paul
Desden to discuss the idea of changing park areas. Also, Scott is to look into a sledding hill at the area
wher the barn use to be.
PLANNING COMMISSION REPORT:
None at this time that affect the Park Board.
CITY LIAISON'S REPORT:
Attending a city meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
Stated above
NEW BUSINESS:
School Track issue stated above.
Dave D. and the Mayor are to get together and reveue Sue's job performance.
Adjourned at 9:45p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sue Swithin
Next meeting Feb. 2, 1998 -Reminder, 1st Monday of the month! Call if you can't attend!