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Park Board Packet 2005 01-10-05 Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department Board Meeting Park And Recreation Administrative Offices RIVERFRONT BUILDING 301 E. Hydraulic Street Yorkville, IL 60560 / 630.553.4341 AGENDA January 10, 2005 Call to Order: Roll Call: Chris Rollins, Ken Koch, Van Truman, Heather Fiala, Richard Korinek, Tammy Smock, Bob Pilmer, School District Liaison, Alderman Paul James Introduction of Guests and/or City Officials, Staff: Park and Recreation Director—Laura Brown Superintendent of Recreation— Sue Swithin Public Comments: Approval of Minutes: Minutes—December 27, 2004 Bills Review: Cash Analysis Bill List Reports Director's Report Recreation Report New Program Highlights for Spring 2005 Draft of Spring 2005 Program Guide Old Business: Park Maintenance Facility Parks Planner—City Council Action New Business: Wearing Apparel Policy (draft) Letter of Appreciation FY 05-06 / 06-07 Budget and Recommendations Additional Business: Correspondence: Miscellaneous Correspondence Adjournment Jan 07 05 11 : 26a Yorkville Recreation Dept 6305534360 p. 2 Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department Board Meeting Park And Recreation Administrative Offices RIVERFRONT BUILDING 301 E, Hydraulic Street Yorkville, IL 60560/ 630.553.434) AGENDA January 10, 2005 Call to Order: Roll Call: Chris Rollins, Ken Koch, Van Truman, Heather Fiala, Richard Korinek, Tammy Smock, Bob Pilmer, School District Liason, Alderman Paul James Introduction of Guests and/or City Officials, Staff_ Park and Recreation Director—Laura Brown Superintendent of Recreation Sue Swithin Public Comments: Approval of Minutes: Minutes December 27, 2004 Bills Review: Cash Analysis Bill List Reports: Director's Report Recreation Report New Program highlights for Spring 2005 Draft of Spring 2005 program guide Old Business: Park Maintenance Facility Parks Planner••-City Council action New Business: Wearing Apparel policy (draft) Letter of appreciation FY 05-06/06-07 Budget and recommendations Additional Business: Correspondence: Miscellaneous Correspondence Adjournment Yorkville Parks& Recreation Department Board Meeting December 27, 2004 MINUTES Call to Order- Vice President Koch called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Roll Call- Heather Fiala, Tammy Smock, Richard Korinek, Van Truman, Ken Koch. Absent: Chris Rollins, Bob Pilmer, Alderman Paul James Guests/City Officials/Staff- Laura Brown, Executive Director Scott Sleezer, Parks Foreman Public Comment- None Approval of Minutes - Minutes of the December 13, 2004 meeting were unanimously approved following a motion by Fiala. Smock seconded the motion. Bills Review - None Developer Presentations: Willman Property-Phil Stuepfert presented the concept plan explaining the topography and planned development of the property which is located south of the river, north of Rt. 126, and east of Rt. 47. The land-cash requirement for the development is approximately 2.62 acres. Brown explained that the complex topography of the property does not allow for a trail along the west side of the development. Also,the designated park space does not have public access and will be the responsibility of the homeowner's association. The Board concurred with staffs recommendation to accept the land-cash obligation of approximately 2.62 acres in cash only. Corneils Crossing- Jim Menard presented the concept plan for this development, located approximately one half mile east of Rt. 47 on the north side of Corneils Rd. He and Brown explained that because of the size of the parcel and the dynamics of development plans for the area around it, staff recommends the land-cash obligation for the1.2 acres of park space be cash only. The Board concurred with staff's recommendation. Stewart Farm (Prestwick) - Phil Stuepfert and Jason Poppen presented the concept plan for this development which is approximately 10,141 acres located off Rt. 126, bounded by Ashley Rd. on the east. Planned features of the development include a 12.01 acre park on the west side of the development,with an additional corridor to link the development with future regional trail. Discussion focused on the relation of the park to the proposed school/park site in the Raintree development to the west. Discussion concluded with the Board's recommendation that if the school and 9-acre park site in the Raintree subdivision moves to the east central boundary with Prestwick, a 6-7 acre park in Prestwick would be relocated to the south of its current proposed location. If the 9-acre park site in Raintree does not move with the school site, the 6-7 acre park in Prestwick would stay in the current proposed location. The remainder of the land-cash obligation would be in cash. Wynstone - Brown walked the Board through the plan for this development which shows a park and dry detention basin in the southeast corner of the property. The plan also shows a trail connection,which the Board recommends in lieu of sidewalk. Truman suggested a few parking spaces be added to those currently planned adjacent to the proposed park. With the additional recommendation of trail connection in lieu of sidewalk and additional parking spaces adjacent to the park,the board recommends a .53 acre park donation in addition to the 1.23 acre dry detention basin. Old Business: None New Business: None Additional Business: None Correspondence: None Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m. following a motion by Fiala, seconded by Korinek. Respectfully submitted, Judy Rice Recording Secretary The next meeting of the Board is scheduled on Monday,January 10,at 7 p.m.at the administrative office on West Hydraulic St. YORKVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION PARK BOARD MEETING GUEST SIGN IN SHEET Name Address Phone ,�im W1�N�I�D DoH✓TNA14sk h � DRAFT CITY OF YORKVILLE draft.12/17/04 PARK& RECREATION DEPARTMENT Wearing Apparel Policy SCOPE: To explain the policy pertaining to the wearing of department purchased "logo" apparel, and suggested guidelines for daily wearing apparel for identified department positions. DEFINITIONS: The nature of the Park and Recreation Department lends itself to visibility, identity and the promotion of programs, events and park management, deeming it necessary to have employees wear YPRD logo apparel whenever possible. We are highly visible to the public and the YPRD logo is recognizable and also assists with advertising and promotion of services. This policy addresses: Park Board, Administration Staff, Office Staff, Park Staff, Full and Part time Instructors, Volunteers, and Coaches. POLICY: 1. While our work atmosphere is a rather casual environment,the personal appearance of employees and volunteers conveys to the public an impression of the Yorkville Park and Recreation Department. Programs are held in the community and non-city locations that require staff to be identified in an easy manner. Our department employees need to be identifiable and recogni7able in regards to programs and services. The attire of the employees on the job should be in good taste, neat, clean and appropriate for the duties to be performed. Personal appearance, hygiene and clothing are important to work practices, and the safety of our customers and staff. Constituents gauge the quality of the Park and Recreation Department and its services by the care shown in personal attire and appearance. All employees will be expected to adhere to a high standard of personal hygiene. Employees who exhibit unsatisfactory personal hygiene will be instructed to not report to work until the unacceptable hygiene has been corrected. All staff, both paid and volunteer, are expected to dress in a manner that maintains a professional image and atmosphere. Extremes in personal appearance are not accepted as professional images to be presented to our constituents or public as a whole. The following guidelines are used to promote recognition, confidence and safety in the Yorkville Park and Recreation Department staff and volunteers (guidelines for specific jobs are listed separately, i.e. park maintenance, concession staff; fitness). • When standing or walking, top attire must touch bottom attire all the way around. • Tops must cover the shoulders, back and collarbone. • Clothing may not be revealing or"see-through". • All undergarments must be covered by outer attire. • Attire or accessories should not directly, or by innuendo, promote alcohol, drugs, sex, profanity, violence, death, gangs, religious, etc. • Proper footwear should be worn according to specific job guidelines. • Fingernails should not interfere with the performance of duties and will be clean and neat in appearance. • Jewelry worn in the eyebrow, lip, nose or tongue is not permitted. Long and/or heavy chains or accessories with sharp, heavy protrusions should not be worn. • Hairstyles and color that provoke inordinate attention or are a safety/health issue are not permitted. • Cosmetics, cologne, and perfumes should be worn in moderation, due to irritation and allergies to employees and the public. • Depending on individual work environment and specific job responsibilities, tattoos may need to be covered, i.e. park maintenance worker, classroom teacher. • Park and Recreation Administration may discuss additional matters on a case-by-case basis. Dress requirements between work groups may vary, depending on environment and job duties. It is expected that employees will use good judgment in their daily dress. Wearing apparel guidelines for specific work groups will be provided at time of hire. PROCEDURES: At the completion of the introduction period for all newly hired and appointed individuals, the Park and Recreation Department will issue YPRD "logo" clothing to employees, volunteers, and Park Board Members following the specific guidelines as stated in this document. The Park Department will also issue uniform clothing as described in their section. The Department Head on an as-needed basis will approve replacements. Approved by: Date: Park Board President Approved by: Mayor, City of Yorkville RECREATION ADMINISTRATION: Issued: • 2 YPRD logo short sleeve shirt • 2 YPRD logo long sleeve shirt • 1 YPRD fleece jacket • 1 YPRD cold weather jacket ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee > the Department Head on as as-needed basis will approve replacements Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing should be business attire when possible • when appropriate clothing may be casual;jeans, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be; dress, casual, gym shoes, dress sandals • YPRD logo fleece jacket in office setting when needed If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. RECREATION STAFF: Issued: • 2 YPRD logo short sleeve shirt • 2 YPRD logo long sleeve shirt • 1 YPRD logo hooded sweatshirt • 1 YPRD fleece jacket • 1 YPRD cold weather jacket ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee > the Department Head on as as-needed basis will approve replacements Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing should be business attire when possible • when appropriate clothing may be casual;jeans, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be; dress, casual, gym shoes, dress sandals • YPRD logo fleece jacket in office setting when needed If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. PARK ADMINISTRATION: Issued: ■ $300 per year wearing apparel reimbursement and replacement for the purchase of work jeans, outside wear, and logo shirts. • safety items such as hard hats, boots and safety eye wear will be provided by the department ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee ➢ the Department Head on as as-needed basis will approve replacements Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing should be business attire when possible • when appropriate clothing may be casual;jeans, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be; dress, casual, gym shoes, dress sandals, steel toe boots when required • YPRD logo fleece jacket in office setting when needed If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. PARK BOARD MEMBERS: Issued: • 1 YPRD logo long sleeve shirt ➢ Other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by Board Member If attending a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. OFFICE STAFF: Issued: ■ 2 YRD logo short sleeve shirt • 2 YRD logo long sleeve shirt • 1 YRD fleece jacket ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be casual; dress pants,jeans, skirts, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be casual; dress, gym shoes, dress sandals • YPRD logo fleece jacket in office setting when needed If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. PARK MAINTENANCE STAFF: Issued: (Full time) Issued: (Part time) • 5 YPRD logo short sleeve T-shirt - 5 YPRD logo short sleeve T-shirt • 11 uniform long sleeve shirts (service) - 1 YPRD hooded sweatshirt • 11 uniform pants(service) • 1 YPRD hooded sweatshirt • 1 cold weather jacket • 1 heavy cold weather jacket • 1 cold weather coveralls • 2 pairs of gloves • 2 insulated hats • 1 set of rain gear • 1 pair of steel toe work boots(replaced each year) • safety items such as hard hats and safety eye wear will be provided by the department ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee ➢ the Department Head on an as-needed basis will approve replacements Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing should be neat, clean with no rips, tears or patches • clothing may be casual,work style;jeans, appropriate length shorts • shoes must be; steel toe safety issue are required,no exceptions If working in a park, at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. INSTRUCTORS/SUPERVISORS: Issued: • 1 YPRD logo short sleeve shirt • 1 YPRD logo long sleeve shirt ➢ Other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be casual; dress pants,jeans, skirts, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be casual; dress, gym shoes, dress sandals If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. FITNESS STAFF: Issued: • 1 YPRD logo t-shirt(relating to the sport or activity) ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by individual Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be fitness related; appropriate length shorts, sweatpants, nylon pants, spandex shorts or pants,tank tops, long sports bra, specialized uniforms • shoes may be fitness related; gym shoes, sport sandals, bare feet If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. PRE SCHOOL STAFF: Issued: • 1 Parker's Pre School logo short sleeve shirt • 1 Parker's Pre School logo long sleeve shirt • 1 Parker's Pre School logo fleece jacket ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be; casual, dress pants,jeans, skirts, appropriate length shorts, capris • shoes may be; casual, dress, gym shoes, dress sandals If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. RECREATION/ATHLETIC STAFF/OUTDOOR PROGRAMS: Issued: • 1 YPRD logo t-shirt(relating to the sport or activity) • 1 YPRD logo hooded sweatshirt • 1 YPRD logo cold weather jacket(for outdoor sports/activities) ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by individual Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be fitness related; appropriate length shorts, sweatpants, nylon pants • shoes may be fitness related; gym shoes, hiking shoes If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. COACHES/VOLUNTEERS: Issued: • 1 YPRD logo t-shirt(relating to the sport or activity) ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by individual Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing may be fitness related; appropriate length shorts, sweatpants, nylon pants • shoes may be fitness related; gym shoes, sport sandals If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. CONCESSION STAFF: Issued: • 3 YPRD logo t-shirts ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • all general policy guidelines must be followed • clothing may be casual related; appropriate length shorts,jeans, nylon pants • shoes must be closed toe; casual, gym shoes, NO SANDALS. If working at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. CUSTODIAL STAFF: Issued: • 3 YPRD logo short sleeve T-shirt • 1 YPRD cold weather jacket • 1 YPRD cold weather coveralls(full time only) • 2 pairs of gloves • 2 insulated hats • 1 pair of steel toe work boots(replaced each year) • safety items such as hard hats and safety eye wear will be provided by the department ➢ other YPRD clothing is available for purchase by employee ➢ the Department Head on an as-needed basis will approve replacements Additional Guidelines for wearing apparel: • clothing should be neat, clean with no rips, tears or patches • clothing may be casual, work style;jeans, appropriate length shorts • shoes must be; steel toe safety issue are required,no exceptions If working in a park, at a Special Event or any YPRD program, please wear YPRD logo apparel for advertising and identification recognizable to the public. ,co co). United City of Yorkville J -c► 800 Game Farm Road 'fiYorkville, Illinois 60560 EST441836Telephone: 630-553-4350 O Fax: 630-553-7575 <LE1."' January 10, 2005 Mark O'Malley O'Malley Welding and Fabricating, Inc. 1209 Badger Street Yorkville,IL 60560 RE: LETTER OF APPRECIATION The commitment to enrich and provide leadership are two of the integral elements of the United City of Yorkville's values and guiding principles in providing service to the residents. Mark O'Malley and O'Malley Welding and Fabricating, Inc. has shown continuous dedication to the United City of Yorkville and the residents by going above and beyond volunteerism and community support As is often the case with community leaders,they are reluctant to draw attention to themselves. On behalf of the residents of the United City of Yorkville,this letter of appreciation recognizes Mark O'Malley and O'Malley Welding and Fabricating, Inc. for their support and dedication to the United City of Yorkville Parks Department with the construction of the Riverfront Park Shelter. Mark O'Malley was unselfish in his resources, commitment and dedication to the construction of the Riverfront Park Shelter. Utilizing expertise and talent Mark and his staff dedicated weekends to constructing the new riverfront park shelter. This project has allowed the City Parks Department to enhance,beautify and improve the overall appearance of the City's Riverfront Park. Mark O'Malley and O'Malley Welding and Fabricating, Inc. are in keeping with the highest tradition of dedication, service and pursuit of excellence in serving the residents of the United City of Yorkville. Mark O'Malley and O'Malley Welding and Fabricating, Inc. has demonstrated to their community the most valuable gift you can give another, "to be a good example to family, friends, neighbors and the community". We are fortunate to have such a dedicated person and business representing our area. Once again,your dedication has shone through! Regards, Arthur F.Prochaska, Jr. Chris Rollins Mayor Park Board President United City of Yorkville United City of Yorkville Park and Recreation Department YORKv1uE J� StL PARKS&RECREAMON Yorkville Parks & Recreation Department 908 Game Farm Rd. Yorkville, IL 60560 630.553.4357 630.553.4360 fax Administrative Office 301 E Hydraulic Street Yorkville, IL 60560 630.553.4341 630.553.4347 Memo To: Park Board From: Laura J. Brown, Executive Director Date: January 10, 2005 Cc: Scott Sleezer, Sue Swithin Re: FY Budget Development The City Park and Recreation staff are beginning the development of the upcoming year's fiscal budget (May I, 2005 —April 30, 2006). In addition the Finance Director has recommended the development of the forecast draft budget for FY 2006-2007. This allows staff to be able to forecast and plan for large purchases, increased staffing needs, and resource allocations. The finished draft of the Park and Recreation budget will be presented to the Park Board at the January 24th meeting for final comments or changes. The following are the highlights of staff recommendations for the budget development of the upcoming Fiscal Year's budgets for Park and Recreation. Please review and comment on any of the items or suggestions for additions. FY 05/06 Recommendations Cleaning Services and/or full-time staff for Riverfront building, preschool site, Beecher Community Center, and Parks Maintenance Facility. 2 FT parks maintenance employees Superintendent of Parks position created and foreman position filled 3 PT parks maintenance employees 2 new park trucks I new trailer I new riding mower Preschool program storage shed addition Part time recreation staff coordinator Spring Soccer program - new 5K Run - new Fine Arts Festival - new Park Planner (?) Expanded Day Camp /Adventure Camp— new Additional program locations— possible rent or lease IDOT— mini bus program Lap top computer asset replaced &additional work stations Proposed Park Developments • Parks Maintenance facility • Gilbert Park • Cobb Park (re-development) — Parks Capital budget for asset replacement • Hiding Spot Park (re-development) — Parks Capital budget for asset replacement • Sunflower • Cannonball Ridge Park • Regional Park— MPI • Park D— MPI • Greenbriar Pond (in-house) — Parks Capital • Rivers Edge Park II • Consider addition of roller hockey rink, skate park amenities, and tennis courts in new park locations. FY 06/07 Recommendations Expand preschool program to second site and/or additional programs Part time PR and IT staff 3 PT parks maintenance seasonal employees 2 FT parks maintenance employees 2 new park trucks I tractor attachment I new riding mower additional computer work stations Proposed Park Developments • Whispering Meadows - Kimball Hills Homes • Heartland Circle • Prairie Meadows— Menards Residential • MPI Bike Trail System • Rob Roy Creek Trails (master Plan) • Raintree Park and Trail • Carriage walks at Town Square Park— Parks capital YORKVILLE RECREATION DEPARTMENT Superintendent's Monthly Report—Regular Park Board Meeting Jan. 10th,2005 -Meeting Month of December -2004 Highlights and Summary: • Becky and I attended an "Outlook"workshop hosted by the City. Most of the Recreation Staff is using this program for organizational reasons, and scheduling meetings, etc. • We are planning to have another "inservice training day"to cover this topic as well as Rectrac and Facility Rental issues. • Program duties have been divided amongst Tim,Becky and myself We are cross training is some areas in the office and are working on improving communication between program staff,Barb and Kathi(receptionist).It is extremely important to keep all staff updated on cancellations and programs changes. ■ Tim is doing a great job overseeing the Pre School. Communication is good with Michelle, the director, and Pastor Steve. We will be having meetings in January and February regarding the use of the church for next year.I will keep the Board informed. • Before the holidays we began discussion regarding facility needs for program and office space. We are aware that there are some possibilities in town. Our wish is to have all the recreation staff in one office that allows for a front registration area. We also would like the facility to be very visible and have easy access to the public for registrations; including a large room or two small rooms for programs in the same building. • We worked on the revised budget for the remainder of this year,this included the Pre School revenue and expenses. We will complete next years draft budget and a projection budget for the 2006-2007 year by the end of January. • I have attached a "draft"of the Spring Catalog for your viewing. We have added a few new classes as well as repeating those that continually do well and seem to be very popular with the community.I have changed the design and format slightly to keep up with the "times"and spark viewer's interest! (it's only a draft) Partnerships: ■ Current partnerships;Yorkville School Dist. 115,Gold Star Academy of Dance,Kendall County Outdoor Education Center,YYBSA,Harold Oliver,Countryside Center(Old True Value—Dog Training). New: Yorkville Congregational Church—Facility Agreement for the Pre School and Empower Training Center(Kickboxing). Classes: Winter Quarter(Month of Dec.): Different Types of Activities—43 (different curriculum) • Sections -113 Enroll..-137 Spec.Event Enroll.—25 Ran— 49(46%) Cancelled— 10(10%)Pending—47(44%) Contracted Activities— 6 Sections- 37(35%)of total. Ran—7(19%) Cancelled—7 (19%) Pending—23 (62%) Rentals: PAID rentals in November: • Perkins $120.00 1 rental ■ Austin $205.00 1 rental • Beecher Park $0.00 • Town Square $0.00 Maintenance: Beecher Community Building: • Extra floor cleaning in the washrooms. Riverfront Administration Building: • None Beecher Concession Stand: • Repair to washroom door. Upcoming Projects and Events: • Winter Fun Day - Jan.22nd Sat. 10:00—2:00 pm Respectfully submitted, Sue Swithin 1 Tim Evans End of Month Report December 2004 Program Highlights In December we finished our first four months of Preschool with a great Christmas party for our pre-school participants and their families. The Pre-school staff did a wonderful job preparing the kids for a fun-filled time with their families by holding a Christmas presentation; which included a variety of holiday songs. Also there were pictures w/ Santa, in which we would like to thank Pastor Steve for helping out with. Also we held three Holiday Craft classes, with 33 participants total, in which parents and their children created Christmas holiday crafts. Craft projects included ornaments and other take home items. On Friday December 10, 2004 we held our annual "Caroling in the Park." About 20 people of all ages had a great time singing Christmas songs and drinking hot chocolate. A big thanks to New Life Church for their assistance in finding a keyboard payer to play the music for our carolers. Survey Summary We sent out surveys to all of the parents with children enrolled in our Holiday Craft Program. We had some great suggestions and responses on the sessions. The instructor had high remarks and most of the parents commented on how much they enjoyed the class. Instructor Evaluations I observed three instructors in the past month, Ginger, Kathy & Doreen, all from the pre-school program. Overall all three are good instructors with a ton of patience with the age group they are dealing with. Each brings a different ability to the pre-school program, and work very well as a team. Overall, all three make great contributions to the pre-school program and I hope to help get the most of their abilities as well as have them challenge me in the future. Scholarships/Grants We gave $47.50 per month grant to a parent in the pre-school program for the rest of the pre-school year. Becky Scheberl End of Month Report December 2004 Program Highlights December marks the beginning of the recreational basketball league. Registration is complete and we have four - 3rd/4th coed teams, four - 5th/6th boys, and three - 5th/6th girls teams. Practices will begin the first week in January, with scrimmage games on January 8th, and regular season games beginning on the 15th. This month also is the start of the 7th and 8th grade boys travel programs. We had an overwhelming response for the 7th grade program, resulting in a total of three teams. Two of the 7th grade teams have joined the Somonauk travel league, and the other team along with the 8th grade team have joined the Greater Suburban Basketball League. This league is a feeder program for the high school system. Our teams will be competing against teams from Wheaton, West Chicago, St. Charles, Batavia, Geneva and others. Survey Summary See Tim's report for program surveys. Instructor Evaluations Scholarships/Grants • RECORD Thursday, Dec.30, 2004 4:I}piiiiioii. , _ . staff Editorial optnioi Rochester Syndicate- tCo.00Time .to bring some .:0e..4),zw- .� /fir fischer(a�pestbulletin.com ii i '• - ,IrP ,,. ; -; , =�— _7 — _ cityobs. in-house C. Z� C '''...5:''''` OI_ `IA a� �.. The specific argument Tuesday night was whether a gki,,`� � 4, 7 'c i" fl, `/ park planner should be hired before the City of Yorkville c r z__�_--�, nOW. _ hues a city planner. I. '� 4.4.400,1„r00 t t,,, . c r ��l ! ''' ��_ But:we were dust olad to`hear that city officials are .�'' y,�, 4' .-'''.."4• 1 ��. .;. `''' '° 1 . ;-.�N ri , . consider tng bringing more tasks in;house-:that is hiring, � G�� Vw �j Q fhan paying.outside- , i � the employees to do the work`iather. he ar ument•has • consultants.• ' 4,,���,,� '- ✓ , 5p For many years, t . g ,been that the city . " •••,W, - ,d' ' 'F would save the cost of employee benefits and also not `/.,•H.//..e• - `.'' • ." - " • ` ' - e-;- --:have to'pay, employees with nothing to do in slow J i times. .. -_/----�� • .,-- t \�i: I f 1 However,t}re business of-the•city is.glowing as fast as / e% VI _ its population is _soaring. Theie._.are more planning, r .— • • "1,-.._ ______.-7------•c. l �er6"�' .• -j issues,'.mote,teual questions;anti certainly mole building ((, andzoning'issues I , I'� Yorkville probably wouldn't ,have too many idle • /�,,.,o /� 1 .I I: employees tt•it hired its own building inspectors and • /.A%/% i; f 1 I j :planners if_there are 51 proposed developments under e n , rl� � � [anon by the city as the mayor' mentio ed: ` ,Tuesda II .. . ' Other', area.,tow-ns••and cities [lave had :their own+• - • \ �l: / _ _ 'planning anf building and zoning staff for years while I . �f Yorkville his:`tehed.on its consultants. Granted, the• . I- ., .•-• -- t_L:., • ,consultants-and outside contractors•have.done a good job . . . . 1,: /% • -.•,-:` toi� Yorkville it`just:makes sense at this stage of' ' t i .--._,'7�,.. L�` g ba nu'ol•over the work o vii}® t}t a th mane co rk . s r fo ' �- � . dgow i� Y Y. � / hiving rt ne lty city �i1} to ees The ina qr;h:as' ...• :. : , hiziri'ng,m City attorney who is available' - . tCan a pc 1, ,,c;ity , '.. ney , - � en r o co ld evee snt o e .. . In-th , ar-e-':of hurklirr* iias' coon for example:, the,..= e a t; �. es s • fla rrk� '.the;' nsEl ect ons done: lby - •. �,.. : : ._ _. * ;.< ... .. :: ,:, -,><•. 'oilier,...employees,waoro twork ,-Yorkville�would reduce any.` , .:. kin a` hhi s ' -, lock '•;. t .- , ,.. c nr barrel ;. chnce of onfir tory[ver ff'eient.code ieiriieinents in r . 1 c.n s o, d different towns, q Although.a lot of critics.a arentl didn t like rt;>I . ,g PP Y - i Having a planner ori staff would mean gaining a" lied agoodtime "National Treasure'at•the. coordinator for the va-iotis develo ment projects loot-iiin�> :. watching • movie theater. fol'- the city: That,person:could Prov deJ'a vitali`linl R ct Qs It was a good adventure movie with lots of action, z between the vision.elected,officials.;:have for the city's . even if arts of it were somewhat nnbeltev�able_W)I , .-•:•i1 .- •growth and;°the dev'elo_ is who are making that growth •;l" for instance did they need a huge man-made cavern '- c i� growth. t,: , , �, . . :. :.: t b ' happen It -would'a}so mean that-:'the cit planner's .;,under a major American'city to.hide a treasure?And B' Roger.A,latile to nuority wotild:always:he tlte.city of Yorkville,and never • ' " r another town .or government entit or private.client - why was'the treasure only half way down the cavern Editor Ledger-Sentinel entity..or .1, ',!bid they dig the rest-remembering it was dug by. . facing some-other deadtine. • ;hand 200 years ago-just for the`fun of•it?And what . • Consult ants.have served the city well, But York•villc ''did they do with all the dirt they•dug out of it7 1. • ' has now ['cached the size whenit's time for a change: But, hey, without a willing•suspension of disbelief, hand •grip, •in the case'of pistols. A park`planner'would.have been: i first step in this ?most adventure movies would be:DOA at the'box '. '•••... Flintlock`weapons were predominant for many, many : process and we wish the Co•uncil.would have taken it. office. •` • years.They were-the weapons of choice during the • However, r1'th• e reason they`h iikcd w is that theywant a The,one thing that;really bothered me about the- Revolutionary War,and were the weapons carried by ; city planner even more, it's at least a step in the right ;movie was in the very first segment, where they find an, ,such American giants:as explorer'and businessman direction_ :old sailing ship locked in an ice pack, One•thing leads Daniel Boone. = t oanother and the gunpowder on the old ship is ignit- --,;Most common were flintlock muskets and fowling ed.A movie-quality black powder event follows, with 'pieces, which were smoothbore weapons with limited • ,the flame moving dramatically along a trail of powder accuracy.They were easily and (relatively)quickly Contact.syQti to the keg:where it's sure to blow up. _ loaded, and could fire pre-cast lead balls of various . ••This is an old movie and television staple, but it's sizes or bits of rock if there was no more lead. • ]'epresen -ati- ... • dead wrong. Black powder does not sputter and flash When German immigrants began-to arrive,they ;'Concerned about a state.or national-issue? Let . - along when.you pour out a thin trail of it. Lay out,a brought a new,firearm technology with them called the •• your elected representative know your views.: Arai! of black powder, and.light it.(standing well back), . rifle. Rifles were popular among,German jaegers, or and-it.all goes up at once—no following the trail and. - ' hunters, and were far more accurate at much longer Here's how to contact them: no suspense. ranges than smoothbore weapons.The price paid for : .. It's possible to make a fuse using black powder,'.but . accuracy, however, was in rate of fire. Rifles took YQUr State Legislators • • you've got to dissolve the gunpowder in,water and' much longer to load than muskets or fowling pieces. *State Representative Patricia Reid Lindner,.f3 soak a string or twine in it, then dry thoroughly before , The German Jaeger rifles had relatively short barrels, Sugar Grove; 65th District,.32 Main Street, Suite A, use. and fired hefty caliber lead balls of.60 caliber or more, Sugar Grove;'IL 60554.Telephone: 630-466-9791. The thing is, black powder is dangerous stuff. But -- meaning they were six-tenths of an inch in diameter, •State Senator Chris Lauzen, R-Aurora, 21st_ •it's also-the stuff that,played a major role in the colo- That was good if you didn't have to tote too much District 52 West Downer Place, Suite 201, Aurora, nization and settlement of North America. ammunition too far. But on the North American fron- IL 60506.630-264-2334. e-mail: admin@lauzen.com 'It's importance is still part of our nation's lexicon tier, distances were great and every pound saved could - . today. "Keep your powder dry"doesn't refer to baking have been a matter of life or death. So on the western Your Federal Legislators powder. It's a reminder that wet black powder won't Pennsylvania frontier, German gunsmiths invented a •Speaker of the House Dennis Hastert, R- work to fire your rifle or pistol.And when we note that uniquely American rifle. It had a longer, more accurate Yorkville, 14th Congressional District. District office: -someone has moved "lock, stock, and barrel," we're barrel than its continental counterpart.And it generally 27 N.River Street, Batavia, IL 60510.Telephone: not talking about door locks,store stock,or barrels that fired a smaller round, sometimes as small as .36 cal., 630-406-1114 or 235 Cannon House Office Building, ''hold wine or water. but usually around .45 cal. or so that allowed the user Washington,Q.C.20515;Telephone 202-225-2976, The lock, stock, and barrel were the major compo- to carry more rounds of ammunition. - '. Fax 202-225-0697. . ; .nents of black powder firearms, the weapons.that-really•• Boone and other frontiersmen(such as the legendary e-mail address:speaker@mail:house.gov . wonthe West. . Simon Kenton) used their Pennsylvania-made rifles so •U.S:Senator Richard Durbin(Democrat): • By the early 1700s, flintlock weapons had generally effectively and so often on the•Kentucky frontier that 230 South Dearborn Kluczynski Building, 38th Floor, come into•use, The lock--the mechanism that ignited they eventually became known as Kentucky rifles. Chicago; IL 60604.Telephone'312-353-4952. Or: "the black powder charge in a rifle, musket or pistol •• Relatively lightweight and accurate,they were the 332 Dirksen Senate Office Building,Washington, was an ingenious device that made use of high-carbon favored weapon for many years as the frontier moved .D.C. 20510. e-mail address: •steel springs to snap a piece of flint against a steel westward.They even played an important role during dick@durbin.senate.gov striker—called the frizzen—creating a cascade of . the Revolutionary War. Daniel Morgan of Virginia and • sparks that flowed into the lock's pan.There, the prim- his corps of riflemen played an important role during *U.S.Senator Peter G. Fitzgerald (Republican): • ing charge was ignited.The flash flowed through the, such battles as Saratoga and Cowpens.The long rifles' 230 A. Dearborn#3900 John C. Kluczynski Federal priming hole in the barrel and ignited the main charge disadvantages—bayonets could not be fitted and they Bldg., Chicago, IL 60604;Telephone:312-886-3506; in the weapon. had slow rates of fire(not to mention the fact that Fax:312-886-3514.or Robinson House, 520.S. Unless, of course,you had a"flash in the pan,"after George Washington didn't much care for riflemen and Eighth St.; Springfield, IL 62703;Telephone 217- • which the weapon refused to fire. Generally, this was their raucous ways)—meant that they were always few 492-5089; Fax 217-492-5099 or the Senator's -caused by a clogged priming hole. and far between on Revolutionary battlefields. Washington address,SD-B40-5 Washington, D.C. The lock was attached to the side of the stock of the Even so, the lore and legends of the era of black 20510;Telephone:202-224-2854; Fax:202-228 weapon, which provided a base.for the barrel as well as 1372. email address: P powder firearms has been stamped on our language and senator_fitzgerald@fitzgerald.senate.gov a shoulder brace, in the case of,muskets and rifles, or a remains even today—even if most of us have no idea - 2 :.1}3 _OR - `�r'iursday, 'iDec. 30, 2004 • Published every Thursday in Yorkville,Illinois,Kendall Kendall County County,by the Kendall County Record IeriodilsRCORD , rkn erpositionaid at Yorkville,Illinois 60560.Also plan publishers of the Ledger-Sentinel,Oswego;Plano Record,Plano;and the Sandwich Record,Sandwich. in I� Vote • 292400) loses Co unC News Deadline:Monday,5 p.m. Subscription Rates One year,$24 inkendall County; $31 elsewhere in Illinois and$39 outside of Illinois. P.O.Box J,Yorkville,IL 60560 222.S.Budge St. . All news photos and advertising material in this By Kathy Farren positions was different than this one Phone 630-553-7034 -publication are the property of Kendall County Record, which is "a person to draw parks." FAX 630.553-7085 Inc.Advertising is accepted on this premise.Use of Alderman Wanda Ohare suggested any material without the consent of the owners is a A proposal to create the position of "taking things one step at a time" and JEFF FARREN,Publisher " violation of property rights and such violations will be park Tanner for the Cityof Yorkville KATHY FARREN,Editor ' P P- hiring the park planner as a start to a subject to legal action. KRISTIN SHARP,Sports Editor was defeated Tuesday after some aldermen planning department. KRISTIN,HAWKINS,Advertising Staff:John Etheredge,Paul Bonnette,Eric Miller, argued that a city planner should be hired Munns asked-who the park planner POSTMASTER:Send Address Correction Rose Kahle;Roger Matile,Pam Page, Melissa _ first. would report to if a :city planner was forms to P.o,Box J, Schumaker,Dee LeCuyer,Tony scoff,Chris White, Alderman Valerie Burd said a city• hired later and Prochaska responded that Yorkville,ILe056O Diane Kot,Stephanie Miceli, Jenna Yabsley,Pat planner was important,with'the'growth the person would he part of the planning MEMBER:Yorkville Area Chamber of Brummel,Ellen George,Pat Lowry,Katy Defelice, the city_is experiencing and "should be department. Commerce Charles Allison,Dennis Hahn,Sandi Farren. the priority. Burd asked who would choose the park Laura Brown, executive director of the. planner and Prochaska said Brown would. Parks 'and' Recreation Department; Burd asked'if that person could then he requested the position estimating that the made city planner with no Council input cityhadpaid $154,000 to and Schoppein the selection process. She said she Associates,`the city's` planning consul- , onsul 'would he more. comfortable -il' the: • tint• , over 14 months while a full-time Council did the hiring when departments • • park planner on the crty's staff could save were format . Aldermen object to revising $70;000 the tltst year and up to Prochaska said the park planner • $130,000 a year after the initial couldn't automatically become the city tuition reimbursement • equipment and set up costs. planner any more than any other worker plan The salary proposed for the park could automatically become a department planner was $52,000 to $61,000 a year head. He said the city would first post the Employee education policy to be reworked Plus an estimated $22,875 a year for job and conduct interviews with !' Y benefits. The.job description called fora candidates. person with a bachelor's degree in Burd also questioned the use of land . By Kathy Farren might not seem job related even though landscape architecture,land use, urban or cash fees to pay a park planner and City they are'requii-ed for a larger course of park planning, civil engineering,project Attorney Dan Kramer said the city could study. such as liberal•arts classes for a management or a closely related field and only use land cash lees to pay for a park A proposed revision to the City of degree program. He also questioned "Are a minimum-of three years experience in planners work on specific new Yorkville's tuition reimbursement policy we looking for people to advance?" • park project management. • development projects. Brown said the for employees was sent hack for ''I feel we have encouraged people to However. Alderman Rose Spears budget proposed for paying the park •.rewriting Tuesday after some aldermen get education in; a way that benefits the argued that the comparisons Brown planner showed half of the salary coming '.:;objected to the change. city." he said: adding that he didn't see offered with other communities which from ]and cash fees and the rest from the Aiderman Valerie Burd argued that the: the policy taking anything away from the ` have park planners "coillpared steak to• general fund park budget. revision as presented "takes away the Council. bologna" because, those towns were so Alderman Larry Kot said he felt the . `: power •of the City, Council to review Munns suggested taking aut the•phrase ' much larger: "overriding factor was the mone.y that decisions of department heads. "and%or career development" to limit the Mayor Art.Prochaska said he agreed could he saved calling the park planner As written, the.policy revision read courses that would he reimbursable.: . with the need fora city planner and "more cost effective' ii hired in house "Full-time employees wishing to advance. Prochaska suggested.adding the phrase expected to present information on such a Burd said their educational qualifications may be "that benefits the city.'' But he a•lso,:, position'at the tune the bshe was bothered that the cityudget is drawn' was so far behind in hiring a city planner reimbursed the cost of tuition for questioned whetl;er:tile;city wanted-to- . up for next fiscal year. However; he said but Prochaska said the position;,was, • successful completion of college level encourage people to only•take courses the position proposed now would "do the presented.as an option a year ago and the . .courses which are relative to.their_work specific to their present job. Spears grunt work" of actually drawing up•park' Council was comfortable then with • assignments and/or career development. countered that if a police lieuten int plans while a city pl inner would be more continuing.with Schoppe as a consultant. Employees are entitled to reimbursement - wail teci to go'to l'-W'scho-ol'-ir1 ottirl he °''`o "an` dfatnr t:•attve'positron coot- Burd said "The Council doesn't have an rei'college degree or certificate after one presented as benefiting? tine city. dinating*projects with deveiope;s. investigative. arm," and argued that • year of service as a full time employee. Alderman Wanda Ohare-suggested He said the reason-this was presented aldermen act'based on the information `:•.•`,\11 requests by an employee for the taking the policy hack to committee now was that the city was spending land they are given. She said they were not enrollment to a college degree or because of these issues. _ • cash fees from developers for the given information that it"would save a • certificate program must,be submitted to But Alderman Larry Kot said he planning consultants,and it was felt more lot of money if the city hired a planner. inc Department Head two months before thought the policy had "gone a long way of`the money from those fees could he When Kot called for a vote, Burd, budget approval (Feb. 1)." toward retaining good employees"for the saved and used for the facilities.He said a Munns and Spears voted against hiring a City employees who leave the city city city planner would be paid from a, planner and Kot and..Ohare:`voted,yes. voluntarily within two years, of Kot said he thought the Council could different revenue source. . completing a course that has been 'Bosco voted present and Aldermen Paul p exercise its authority as aldermen voted Burd' said "she` thought it w"ts" James and Richard Sticky were absent: reimbursed, must repay the amount on the budget. However, Bwd said "I "backward" to hire'u park planner lust' Attorney John Wyeth, who will reimbursed at varying percentages based don't think you can fine tune that much. and Alderman Mary Munns compared it become City Attorney effective Jan. I, on how soon after the class they resign. at budget time.The budget doesn't'really to hiring assistant coaches before the said that only someone .who voted • "I don'tn think you aldermen realize that control things as much .as you think." head coach. against the position could bring it up for little by little we are .giving.up power. She said she didn't want to vote to Burd noted that no one was arguing consideration again. If the position is Wake up. We have a strong mayor and eliminate the tuition reimbursement against the cost of Schoppe's firm versus presented as part of the next fiscal year's strong administrator. That's the way entirely,.just see it used wisely. a city planner: "I've got nothing against budget, it would become a different issue government works,.legislative against Prochaska said the Council was the Laura Brown. She's pushing for her and could he voted on without a motion executive. It doesn't mean you don't like - ultimate authority as it created policy and department. But I don't see anyone from an alderman who voted no Tuesday. someone...It's where I want to make n,y guidelines. He suggested that aldermen pushing for a city planner," she said stand. I don't want to give carte blanche draft a very'specific policy that can be • Prochaska said he was looking at a city to department heads,"Burd-said. followed by department heads and put planner or a community developmentOr Mayor -Art.Prochaska argued that •some-constraints on how it is applied. person but argued that such a positionBristol-Kendall "When I first got on the Council we ' The • policy was sent to the would take more than one person since voteon who was reimbursed forAdministration Committee for further the cityhas 51 developments in the didn't classes. It's not something the Council revision. approval process. He noted that fire log 49,2100:— always 9,2100always did." Schoppe's firm has more than one person Burd Suggested the policy should read Sick leave policy working on Yorkville projects. that"employees are entitled to apply":for City Administrator Tony Graff said he Tuesday, Dec, 21, 12:18. a.m., accident, assist ambulance,6576 Minkler Road. reimbursement as it originally did. She revision also tabled • would like to he able.to hire a city Tuesday, Dec. 21, 12:54 p. m., mutual aid also argued that "It doesn't specify (a Spears asked for an opinion from the planner but estimated that salary would to Newark FD,stand by at their station. • class) has to he related to the employee's city's labor attorney before the Council be $75,000 to $90,000_a year and the Tuesday, Dec.21, 1:12 p.m., structure fire, job," offering the example of a parks - acts on a revision to its sick" leave person would need support staff.The city 6 24 Tuesday,on Dec. 4:57 p.m., alarm, 1303 employee who might want to study to policy. has neither the.money or space for that. Sunset Ave. • become a doctor. The revision spells out how employees. now, he said Graff also said that, while Wednesday, Dec. 22, 9:28 a.m., structure Calling the revised policy "poorly may donate their unused sick leave to Yorkville's population isn't as large as . fire, 10916 Walker Road. worded,"Burd suggested it go back to the another employee facing a lengthy some cif the towns -Brown used as Wednesday,Dec. 22, 4:32 p.m., structure Administration Committee to he illness.' examples for comparison,he said the cityfire, tdnes Walker Road. P P' Wednesday, Dec. 22, 8:17 p.m., false "tightened up a little." Spears asked if the city was leaving - could learn from the_past experience of alarm, 1303 Sunset Ave. Alderman,Rose Spears noted three itself open to'lawsuits if an employee those towns to the east and suggested Wednesday, Dec, 22; 10:37 p.m., smoke t. • previous examples of times she said who wasn't as well liked received fewer asking them what they would have done investigation, D5 North 51:03 a.m., structure department heads failed to follow policy sick days from co workers. when they were at a population of fire,2526 Deerpoint Dr. • on,tuition reimbursement and questioned Prochaska said he had specifically 10,000. Thursday, Deo 23, 12:12 p.m., grass fire, leaving the decisions up to them. She . asked that question and was told that the - Prochaska said the city is a growing 101 Parkway Dr. . said the Council had learned of a history city was safe if' the decisionsThursday, Dec. 23, 12:53 p.m., structure . on community and there arc some services class being taken that she didn't feel was donating, or not donating, sick days was which have been performed by/ fire,512 Blaine St: Friday, Dec. 24, 3:37 p.m., fire alarm,762 job related to the employee's clerical left up to individual employees and kept consultants which he is now considering' Fir Ct. position and the case of a part-time, anonymous. bringing in as city departments, such as Friday, Dec.24, 5:56 p.m., accident,assist employee who was told he could get Spears asked for a written opinion and •building and zoning and planning.- ambulance,Route 47 and Rt.30 bypass. . tuition reimbursement. Finance Director Traci Pleckham said Spears piped in "irregardless of what Friday, Dec.24, 10:59 p.m., sprinkler mal- function,Amurol,2800 Route 47. Spears saidthe policy would not agree that the Administration Committee had a the Council wants," but Prochaska said' Dec. 26, 9:47 a.m., accident, wash down, with the city's employee manual which fax from the city's labor attorney whose he was gathering this information "based Route 126 and Route 71. took over two years to complete. sole recommendation was that only sick on the requests of the Council." Dec.26,6:41 p.m.,odor investigation,5844 Mayor Art Prochaska argued that days, and not vacation time, he eligible However, he said the timing for those Fields Dr.Dec. 17, 3:07 a.m., accident, 12219 Route -.tuition reimbursement for some classes for donation. - -- - - 47.