HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1999.11.03 - 39062OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
November 3, 1999
The meeting was called to order at 9:02 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 Richard Skarritt, Secretary Richard D. Kuhn, Jr., Eric Coleman,
Fred Korzon, Thomas Law, Charles Palmer, J. David VanderVeen
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT:
George Kuhn, Nancy McConnell
ALSO PRESENT:
Parks and Recreation
Oakland County Purchasing
Carl's Golfland
Oakland County Easter Seals
St. Joseph's Hospital - Rehab. Unit
Fair Oaks, Inc.
4-H Horse Council
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Ralph Richard, Executive Officer
Daniel Stencil, Administrator - Parks Operations
Frank Trionfi, Administrator - Administration
Janet Pung, Public Communications Officer
Joseph Figa, Chief, Design and Development
Jon J. Kipke, Assistant Administrator
Sue Delridge, Chief of Recreation
Sandy Dorey, Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor
Bob Rhein, Buyer
Neil Feldman, Owner
Roger McCarville, Chairman
Warren Orlick
LC Scramlin, Manager
Holli Day
Fred Ritter
Moved by Mr. R. Kuhn, supported by Mr. VanderVeen to approve the minutes of the meeting
of October 3, 1999, as written.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (7)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
There were no questions asked by, nor comments received from, the public.
Roger McCarville thanked the Parks Commission for its involvement in and support of recreation/sports
programs for the handicapped and for working towards making the parks accessible to all.
APPROVAL OF PAYMENTS:
Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mr. Coleman to approve the payment of the
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Interdepartmental Payment Register for August and September (FM 11 and 12), 1999;
Journal Voucher Register for July, August, and September, 1999; Oak Management, Inc.
Credit Register for July, August, and September, 1999; and the Payment Register, including
the Voucher Report Period, August, and September (FM 11 and 12) 1999, and the CIP
Voucher Report Period, August and September (FM 11 and 12) 1999.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Law, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
ACTIVITIES REPORT:
The Activities Report for September, 1999, was accepted as filed.
CARL'S GOLFLAND RECOGNITION:
Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor Sandy Dorey introduced Neil Feldman, owner of Carl's Golfland and
sponsor of the Warren Orlick Inclusive Golf Outing at White Lake Oaks for the past three years. Carl's
sponsorship, totaling $7,500, has enabled us to provide scholarships to disabled golfers and to create
opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in sports.
Sandy also introduced Warren Orlick, who teaches disabled golfers, and Roger McCarville, who was
instrumental in securing Warren Orlick and Carl's Golfland for this event.
Chairman Lewis, on behalf of the Parks Commission, thanked Mr. Feldman for his sponsorship of this event.
AWARD PRESENTATION:
Executive Officer Ralph Richard presented the Commission with an award received from the City of
Farmington Hills Beautification Committee recognizing the Commission's efforts at Glen Oaks.
HORSE BARN - SPRINGFIELD OAKS:
Chief of Design and Development Joe Figa introduced Holli Day, representing the 4-H Horse Council, who
has agreed to undertake a fund-raising effort for the purpose of building a 154 ft. x 104 ft, covered horse barn
at Springfield Oaks. Estimated costs to build the facility are $120,000.
Staff met with LC Scramlin and Ms. Day at Springfield Oaks and agreed on a location for the facility. Staff
believes this building will enhance the existing facilities at the park.
The Parks Commission's involvement in this project will be limited to having the plans reviewed by the
engineers under contract with the county and to ensure the building is constructed to code. One built, the
building will become the property of the county.
Ms. Day noted that this is planned as a two-year effort. All funds raised will be placed in a bank account set
up by 4-H. If for some reason the fund-raising falls short of its goal, any funds collected will be designated for
use at the facility. She also noted that Detroit Edison has agreed to donate the poles for the building.
Staff requested Commission approval of the concept in order to proceed with the proposed project.
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Moved by Mr. Skarritt, supported by Mr. Palmer to approve the concept of the construction
of a 154 ft. x 104 ft. covered horse barn at the Springfield Oaks Activities Center.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Law, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
SOFTWARE CONVERSION-ADDISON GROVELAND AND INDEPENDENCE OAKS:
Moved by Mr. Palmer, supported by Mr. Coleman to approve an expenditure not to exceed
$32,000 to Omni Computer Consultants, Inc. for the conversion of the current registration
software program and files at Addison, Groveland, and Independence Oaks. Funds for this
expenditure will be transferred from the FY2000 operating budget contingency to each park's
computer operations line item account as follows: $16,000 to Addison Oaks; $8,000 to
Groveland Oaks; and $8,000 to Independence Oaks.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Law, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
LYON OAKS FLEET VEHICLE REQUEST:
In preparation for employee transfers to Lyon Oaks, staff requires Commission approval to request an
increase of three vehicles in the county's vehicle fleet for use at Lyon Oaks.
Moved by Mr. Palmer, supported by Mr. Coleman to approve a request for an increase in the
county's vehicle fleet of three vehicles for use at Lyon Oaks.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Law, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
Chief of Design and Development Joe Figa updated the Commission on the progress of the golf course
construction at Lyon Oaks County Park, noting the contractor has completed the clearing, the retention ponds
are under construction, and some tees and greens are being created.
Restrooms:
Staff requested Commission consideration to proceed with the construction of two restroom facilities on the
golf course similar to the restrooms recently completed at Springfield Oaks and White Lake Oaks.
Constructing them now will prevent tearing up the newly -constructed golf course again. Staff has chosen the
sites and scheduled perk tests. Budget for this project is estimated at $120,000; funds are requested to be
transferred from the 1999 Operating Budget Contingency.
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Moved by Mr. Korzon, supported by Mr. Palmer to approve the construction of two restroom
facilities at Lyon Oaks Golf Course, similar to the restrooms recently completed at Springfield
Oaks and White Lake Oaks golf courses. Funds for this project will be transferred from the
1999 Operating Budget Contingency.
AYES: Coleman, Korzon, R. Kuhn, Law, Lewis, Palmer, Skarritt, VanderVeen (8)
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:
---A copy of a letter from Joe Colaianne of Corporation Counsel, sent as a follow up to his presentation at the
last meeting, was included for Commission review. Mr. Richard also received correspondence from the legal
firm of Howard & Howard, attorneys for the Drain Board, with the opinion that the Drain Board has no legal
obligation to restore either the golf course or the dome and sports village at Red Oaks.
Also, Gerald Poisson will be the Parks' legal representation on this project until such time that Mr. Poisson
recommends additional expertise may be necessary. Commissioner Law recommended the Parks Commission
make a decision on a possible firm at that time, rather than having a firm appointed on our behalf.
NEW BUSINESS:
Chairman Lewis reviewed the programs he attended at the NRPA congress in Nashville, noting the superior job
staff is doing in comparison to what was presented, and that our staff takes it in stride and considers it part of
their duties. He also congratulated commissioners on how well they work together and with the county board
of commissioners and county executive's office.
The next meeting will be at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, December 1, 1999.
The meeting was adjourned at 9:55 a.m.
Richard D. Kuhn, Jr., Secretary Karen Kohn CPS, Recording Secretary
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