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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1998.01.07 - 39036OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING January 7. 1998 The meeting was called to order at 9:08 a.m. by Chairman Pecky D. Lewis, Jr. in the commission room of the Parks and Recreation Commission's administration office. COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Pecky D. Lewis, Jr., Vice Chairman Ruth Johnson, Secretary Richard D. Kuhn, Jr., Fred Korzon, Nancy McConnell, Frank Millard, Jr., Charles Palmer, Richard Skarritt, J. David VanderVeen COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: George Kuhn ALSO PRESENT: Parks and Recreation Ralph Richard, Executive Officer Jon Kipke, Assistant Manager Frank Trionfi, Chief, Admin. Services Sheila Cox, Accountant IV Mike Thibodeau, Chief of Golf Operations Dan Stencil, Chief of Park Operations Janet Pung, Public Communications Officer Joseph Figa, Chief, Design and Development Sue Delridge, Chief of Recreation Oakland County Purchasing Rob Rhein, Buyer APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Moved by Mrs. McConnell, supported by Mr. R. Kuhn to approve the minutes of the meeting of December 3, 1997, as written. AYES: Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8) NAYS: (0) Motion carried on a voice vote. PUBLIC COMMENTS: There were no questions asked by, nor comments received from, the public. Staff introduced themselves to the new commissioners, relating their job titles and responsibilities. ACTIVITIES REPORT: The Activities Report for the month of November, 1997, was accepted as filed. ELECTION OF OFFICERS: Chairman Lewis requested Commissioner Skarritt assume the position of Temporary Chairman for the purpose of electing new officers for 1998. 3-1 (Commission Meeting, January 7, 1998) Commissioner Skarritt assumed the Chair and opened nominations for chairman. Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mrs. McConnell to nominate Pecky Lewis as Chairman of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission for 1998. Temporary Chairman Skarritt accepted Commissioner Palmer's recommendation to close the nominations and to request a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Lewis. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mr. R. Kuhn to nominate Ruth Johnson as Vice Chairman of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission for 1998. Temporary Chairman Skarritt accepted Commissioner McConnell's recommendation to close the nominations and to request a unanimous ballot be cast for Mrs. Johnson. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mrs. Johnson to nominate Richard Kuhn, Jr. as Secretary of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission for 1998. Temporary Chairman Skarritt accepted Commissioner Millard's recommendation to close the nominations and to request a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Kuhn. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. Temporary Chairman congratulated Mr. Lewis, Mrs. Johnson, and Mr. Kuhn on their re-election. Chairman Lewis reassumed the Chair and thanked the Commission for their support. ANNUAL CALENDAR: Chairman Lewis noted a regular schedule change in the regularly -scheduled meetings, with the next meeting to be held on Wednesday, January 28, rather than Wednesday, January 21. Commission accepted the calendar as filed. 3-2 (Commission Meeting, January 7, 1998) AGRICULTURAL LEASES: Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mrs. McConnell to approve the agricultural leases for 1998 with Paul Elkow and Robert Brock at Lyon Oaks, and Pat Bell at Addison Oaks. Vice Chairman Johnson expressed her concern that we were exacerbating the deer problem at Addison Oaks by allowing crops to be planted that provide food for the deer. Commissioner Skarritt noted that, at Kensington Metropark, the deer problem is present even without crops nearby. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried on a voice vote. FUEL STORAGE TANK - WATERFORD OAKS: Moved by Mr. Palmer, supported by Mr. R. Kuhn to approve the purchase of one double compartment aboveground diesel -gasoline fuel storage tank for Waterford Oaks, including installation and necessary monitoring and pumping equipment, to H. Domine for $20,400. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried on a voice vote. UTILITY TRUCK - WATERFORD OAKS: Moved by Mr. VanderVeen, supported by Mr. Palmer to approve the lease of a 3/4-ton pick- up truck, with utility box, for Waterford Oaks through Oakland County Central Garage's lease program. AYES: Johnson, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, McConnell, Millard, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (9) NAYS: (0) Motion carried on a voice vote. EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S REPORT: In addition to the Executive Officer's Report filed in the agenda, the following was noted: ---The Glen Oaks Clubhouse will be closed for two months beginning this weekend to complete the interior renovation. ---Commissioners were invited to attend a "pot luck" dinner being held at The Fridge on Monday, January 26, in recognition of part-time staff and volunteers for their hard work this past year. 3-3 (Commission Meeting, January 7, 1998) OLD BUSINESS: Executive Officer Richard updated the Commission on the progress of the proposed acquisition of the 15-acres owned by the Waterford Elks adjacent to Waterford Oaks. The Parks have an appraisal on the property of $203,000; we just received a letter from the Elks requesting $2/square foot, which figures out to a purchase price of $1,306,000. The grant we have to assist with this purchase expires in six months. If we cannot negotiate a price by that time, we will have to release the grant back to the state. ---Assistant Manager Kipke updated the Commission on the status of the 38-acre parcel of Orion Oaks located on the west side of Baldwin. This parcel is in the process of having a wetlands survey completed in order to be able to determine the acreage for a wetlands appraisal. Once the appraisal is determined, the parcel will be ready to place on the market. ---Executive Officer Richard noted that, if the proposed drain construction occurs at Red Oaks, the course could be closed for two years. Also, according to the terms of the lease, the Commission would be liable for the cost to repair the drain construction damage to the course itself. Mr. Richard also stated that, as another result of the drain construction, the Commission will be liable for the cost to replace the parking lot at the waterpark. NEW BUSINESS: Commissioner Palmer inquired whether or not staff has been involved in the consideration for the Catalpa property in Southfield. This property is owned by the county and currently leased to the city of Southfield; the lease expires this year, and Southfield is considering purchasing the parcel. Staff noted that, in response to the Commission's goal of expanding facilities in the south end of the county and in conjunction with the site's location to local hospitals, this parcel has considered as a possible location for a major wellness/recreation center. Commissioner McConnell noted that this would also be a good opportunity for a joint venture with the area hospitals. As directed by Commission, staff will pursue a possible option with the county on this property. The next meeting will be at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 1998. The meeting was adjourned at 10:07 a.m. A�-as z'4, A Richard D. Kuhn, Jr., Secretary Karen Smith, Recording Secretary 3-4