HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1980.02.29 - 38677OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
SPECIAL MEETING
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET
February 29, 1980
The meeting was called to order at 9:12 a.m. by Chairman Lewis E. Wint in the
Parks and Recreation Commission Room.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Lewis Wint, Vice Chairman Marjorie Walker, Secretary Velma Austin,
Fred Houghten, Dr. Joseph Montante, Carol Stanley.
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT:
Don Deni, George Kuhn, Richard Wilcox.
ALSO PRESENT:
Parks and Recreation
Anthony M. Franco, Inc.
Oakland Press
WJMC
GLEN OAKS:
R. Eric Reickel, Manager
Janet Pung, Public Information Officer
Michael Thibodeau, Chief of Golf
Joseph Figa, Chief, Design & Development
Thomas Seavey, Recreation Supervisor
Dorothy Langan, Account Executive
Cindy Goodaker
Barbara Kousak
Mr. Figa explained that the Oakland County Road Commission had asked permission
to alter the original approved drain project, as relates to the Orchard Lake
widening, at Glen Oaks from a 36" drain to a 4811 drain.
The project now involves the Road Commission, Parks and Recreation Commission
and the City of Farmington Hills and will allow the proper drain requirements
for the future growth of the area.
Moved by Mrs. Austin, supported by Dr. Montante to
authorize the manager to sign an agreement with the
Oakland County Road Commission to install a 48" drain
at Glen Oaks.
Motion carried.
Mr. Figa further explained that on January 9 he requested a $50,000 contingency
for the first phase of renovation at Glen Oaks and the Commission approved
$25,000.
Due to unforeseen circumstances encountered during the renovation, Mr. Figa
requested an additional $20,000 be approved for the Glen Oaks contingency.
Moved by Mrs. Walker, supported by Dr. Montante to add
$20,000 to the contingency fund for the first phase of
renovation at Glen Oaks.
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ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Walker, Wint, Austin, Montante, Stanley (5)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
CLOWN ALLEY:
Chairman Wint explained how amateur clowns were meeting once monthly at the
Springfield Youth Activities Center. Their group is known as "Clown Alley."
They perform individually, or as a group, at various special functions.
Mr. Wint read a letter received from the Oakland County Medical Care facility
thanking the clowns for appearing before a group of patients.
PINE KNOB:
Moved by Mrs. Austin, supported by Mrs. Stanley, to go
into Executive Session to discuss the acquisition of
Pine Knob.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Wint, Austin, Houghten, Montante, Stanley, Walker (6)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
The Commission went into Executive Session at 9:40 a.m.
The special meeting reconvened at 10:10 a.m.
The pros and cons of acquiring the Pine Knob recreational complex were discussed.
Following are some of the items covered:
-- The philosophy of the Park Commission and how the purchase would affect
that philosophy.
-- The renewal of the present 1/4 mill.
-- The financial situation of the ski area, the golf course, the music
theater and the mansion; revenues, expenses, etc.
-- The status of the condominium development at Pine Knob and the position
of Borg/Warner if the property was acquired.
-- When to conduct a public hearing.
-- Have an appraisal done by a disinterested third party.
-- Obtain a legal interpretation of existing leases.
-- Methods of financing such a purchase.
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Mr. Reickel stated the revenues generated from the operation of the complex
would help defray expenses in the other parks. He felt the proposed purchase
would help the parks in their goal to become self-supporting.
Moved by Dr. Montante, supported by Mrs. Austin to
table the discussion on Pine Knob until the regularly
scheduled meeting of March 19.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Austin, Houghten, Montante, Stanley, Walker, Wint (6)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
1980 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET:
Mr. Figa reviewed the 1980 Capital Improvement Budget. The total available
for 1980 projects is $821,180. Included in that amount is $245,000 earmarked
for the Envirommnetal Center at -Independence Oaks. The Commission concurred
with staff's request to use the $245,000 for other projects during 1980;
$110,000 for Addison Oaks and the remainder expended on other projects.
Moved by Dr. Montante, supported by Mr. Houghten,to adopt
the 1980 Capital Improvement Budget.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Houghten, Montante, Stanley, Walker, Austin (5)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted therefor, the motion carried.
Moved by Mrs. Stanley, supported by Mrs. Austin to adjourn
the meeting.
Motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at 11:10 a.m.
Velma Austin
Secretary „
Betty �Gues
Recording Secretary
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