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Pecky D. Lewis, Jr.
Chairman
Richard Skarritt
Vice Chairman
J. David VanderVeen
Secretary
Hugh D. Crawford
Vincent Gregory
Eileen T. Kowall
John P. McCulloch
Charles Palmer
John Richards
'ielley G. Taub
Daniel J. Stencil
Executive Officer
July 27, 2007
Oakland County Parks
and Recreation Commission
Oakland County, Michigan
Commissioners:
www.oal<gov.com/parl<srec
A meeting has been called of the Parks and Recreation Commission as follows:
PLACE ....................... Parks Administration Office
2800 Watkins Lake Road
Waterford, MI 48328
TIME ........................ Wednesday, August 1, 2007
9:00 a.m.
PURPOSE .................... Regular Meeting
This meeting has been called in accordance with the authorization of Chairman
Pecky D. Lewis, Jr. of the Oakland County Parks and Recreation.
Sincerely,
CJ
Daniel J. Stencil
Executive Officer
Parks and Recreation
Next Meetings: Thursday, August 16, Commission Park Tour including
Catalpa Oaks Dedication
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
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0 ur mission is to provide recreational, leisure and learning experiences that enhance quality of life.
Oakland County Parks ar—A, Recreation Commission
Parks Admin .''ation Office
2800 Watkins Lake Rd
Waterford, NH 48328
August 1, 2007
9:00 a.m.
Action Required
1.
Call Meeting to Order 9:00 a.m.
Pledge of Allegiance
2.
Roll Call
3.
Public Comments
4.
Commission Meeting Minutes for July 18, 2007
Approval
5.
Combined Statement of Operations for Month Ending 6/30/2007
Informational
6.
Amendment to the 2007 Operating Budget
Approval
7.
Activity Report for June, 2007
Informational
8.
Awards
Informational
9.
Recreational Administration — Adaptive Recreation/SeniorsNolunteers
Informational
10.
Pros Consulting Contract Amendment — Administration
Approval
11.
Bid Items:
Approval
A. Waterpark Improvement Design — Waterford Oaks
B. Barrier -free Playground Concept — Waterford Oaks
C. Awning Extension — Glen Oaks
12.
Executive Officer's Report
Informational
13.
Old Business
14.
New Business
15.
Adjourn
Presenter/Phone #
P. Lewis / 646.5917
K. Kohn / 858.4606
F. Trionfi / 858.4607
D. Stencil / 858.4944
S. Dorey / 858.7596
F. Trionfi
D. Stencil
M. Donnellon / 858.4623
J. Figa / 858.4620
M. Donnellon
M. Thibodeau / 858.4630
D. Stencil
OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
July 18, 2007
Chairman Pecky D. Lewis, Jr. called the meeting to order at 9:07 a.m. in the commission room of the Parks
Commission's administration office.
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Chairman Pecky D. Lewis, Jr., Vice Chairman Richard Skarritt, Secretary J. David VanderVeen, Hugh D.
Crawford, Eileen Kowall, John McCulloch, Charles Palmer, John Richards, Shelley Taub
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT:
Vincent Gregory — excused; NACo Conference
ALSO PRESENT:
Parks and Recreation
Oakland County Purchasing
Oakland County Facilities Management
Oakland County 4-H Fair
Road Commission for Oakland County
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Daniel Stencil, Executive Officer
Sue Wells, Administrator — Parks & Rec. Operations
Frank Trionfi, Administrator — Parks Administration
Mike Thibodeau, Chief of Golf
Clyde Herb, Chief of Parks
Jim Dunleavy, Chief of Recreation
Janet Pung, Communications & Marketing & Officer
Sheila Cox, Accountant IV
Mike Donnellon, Architectural Engineer II
Jon Noyes, Architectural Engineer II
Melissa Prowse, Trails Network Coordinator
Suzanne Kici, Office Assistant
Lauren Polinksy, Intern
Joan Daniels, Buyer
Mike Hughson, Property Management Specialist
L.C. Scramlin, General Manager
Ronald Kinney, Environmental Concerns Coordinator
LC Scramlin, General Manager of Springfield Oaks, thanked the Parks staff for their cooperation and
assistance during the Oakland County Fair held July 10 —15.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Moved by Mr. Crawford, supported by Mr. Richards to approve the minutes of the meeting of
June 13, 2007, the June 13, 2007 Public Hearing, and the June19, 2007 Special Meeting, as
written.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
STAFF INTRODUCTION:
Chief of Recreation Jim Dunleavy introduced Lauren Polinsky, an intern from Michigan State University, who
will be working with the Recreation Section for 15 weeks.
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APPROVAL OF PAYMENTS:
Moved by Mrs. Kowall, supported by Mr. Skarritt to approve the payment of the Internal
Service and Department Funds Payment Register for the month of May, (FM 08, 2007); and
the Payment Register for the Voucher Report Period of May (FM 08, 2007).
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub (8)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
COMBINED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS:
The Combined Statement of Operations for the month ending May 31, 2007 was accepted as filed.
ACTIVITY REPORT:
Staff shared trends and directions being taken in the area of golf and nature interpretive programming.
The Activity Report for the month of May, 2007 was accepted as filed.
AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 OPERATING BUDGET:
Moved by Mr. Richards, supported by Mrs. Taub to amend the 2007 Operating Budget by
transferring the amount of $31,675 from the 2007 Operating Budget Contingency to the
following park/budget centers and expense line items to fund unanticipated expenses:
Catalpa Oaks (total $11,225)
Part Time Salaries
$2,000
Fringe Benefits
$225
Grounds Maintenance
$4,000
Miscellaneous Expense
$500
Security Expense
$1,000
Recreation Supplies
$2,000
Small Tools
$1,000
Print Shop
$500
Highland Oaks (total $20,450)
Utilities — Electric Service
$250
Equipment Maintenance
$750
Equipment Rental
$1,000
Garbage and Rubbish Disposal
$1,500
Grounds Maintenance
$9,300
Miscellaneous Expense
$3,000
Utilities — natural Gas
$250
Security Expense
$2,500
Small Tools
$1,500
Uniforms
$150
Print Shop
$250
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
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Motion carried on a voice vote.
RESOLUTION:
Moved by Mr. Palmer, supported by Mr. Crawford to adopt the following resolution in support
of acceptance of a mini -grant through the Oakland County Cultural Council and Michigan
Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs:
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed
the "2007 Concert in the Park Series" Mini -Grant application offered through the Oakland
County Cultural Council and Michigan Council for Arts and Cultural Affairs; and
WHEREAS, the "2007 Concert in the Park Series" was developed in response to the
need for promoting entertainment throughout Oakland County. parks and recreation
departments; and
WHEREAS, the "2007 Concert in the Park Series" meets the Oakland County Parks
and Recreation Commission's goals and objectives of innovative specialized recreation
programs and cultural experiences; and
WHEREAS, the goals and objectives will assist the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission in determining future specialized recreation programs, in providing
these programs to communities and organizations where these resources are otherwise
unavailable and to increase exposure and appreciation for arts and culture.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission accepts the "2007 Concert in the Park Series" Mini -Grant application
request for submittal to the Oakland County Cultural Council and Michigan Council for Arts
and Cultural Affairs.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
LYON OAKS WETLAND MITIGATION PROJECT:
Design and Development staff gave a brief presentation, providing information on the significance and value of
wetlands. Staff will continue to explore what opportunities there are in the park system, including the financial
benefit.
Moved by Mr. McCulloch, supported by Mrs. Taub to adopt the following resolution in support
of the ratification of the Lyon Oaks Wetland Mitigation Use Agreement:
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has approved
entrance into contract with Niswander Environmental, LLC for the purpose of constructing
mitigation wetlands contingent upon the ratification of a use agreement between Oakland
County and the Road Commission for Oakland County; and
WHEREAS, the resulting habitat improvements meet identified and established
priorities for natural area stewardship and educational experiences within the adopted
Recreation Master Plan; and
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WHEREAS, the Road Commission for Oakland County will be responsible for the
reimbursement of costs associated with the wetland mitigation project; and
WHEREAS, the Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed
the document:
THE LYON OAKS WETLAND MITIGATION USE AGREEMENT
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE Oakland County Parks and
Recreation Commission supports the ratification of the Lyon Oaks Wetland Mitigation Use
Agreement between Oakland County and the Road Commission for Oakland County.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
Commission directed staff to investigate the possibility a foundation, similar to that in Franklin County, Ohio,
being organized to assist in selling mitigation credits and creating wetlands.
BID ITEM:
Moved by Mr. McCulloch, supported by Mr. VanderVeen to refer the pontoon boat and trailer
back to staff for re -bidding.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
CONNECTING MICHIGAN RESOLUTION:
Moved by Mr. Crawford, supported by Mr. Richards to adopt the following resolution in
support of the connecting Michigan: A Statewide Vision and Action Plan:
WHEREAS there is general recognition statewide of the many benefits of multi -use
trailways, not the least of which is improving health, economic benefits, alternative
transportation, access to the environment and natural areas, recreational opportunities,
tourism and multi -jurisdictional cooperation; and
WHEREAS, the "Connecting Michigan Statewide Trailways Vision and Action Plan"
released on May 15, 2007 is a comprehensive set of recommendations for completing a an
interconnected statewide system of trailways in Michigan; and
WHEREAS, the plan is the result of the year -long work of over 100 task force
members, working on the following 10 topics: Funding for acquisition, construction,
maintenance and operation; Developing a statewide GIS trailway database and website;
Property issues: easements and titles; Trailways usage: programming and promotions; On -
road connections: linking the trailways; Building trailways support: education and advocacy;
Overcoming boundaries: gaining cooperation; Coordinating Resources: technical assistance
for funding, planning, design; Multi -Use Trails & Design: guidelines and information; and
Envisioning a Statewide Trailways Network: opportunities and priorities; and
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WHEREAS, the task force members included official participation from the National
Park Service, Michigan Departments of Natural Resources, Transportation, Community
Health, the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness, Health, and Sports, and Travel Michigan,
Michigan Recreation and Park Association, various regional representatives from health,
transportation, economic development agencies and regional trail groups and local
representatives from county, municipal, and township jurisdictions, as well as individual trail
advocates and statewide and local nonprofit groups; and
WHEREAS, the "Connecting Michigan Statewide Trailways Vision and Action Plan"
contains 39 goals on the previously identified topics and 109 action steps that will be acted
upon over the next several years by a number of involved partners who have agreed to
continue to collaborate; and
WHEREAS, the "Connecting Michigan Statewide Trailways Vision and Action Plan"
works in conjunction with Governor Granholm's recently released state trails initiative,
"Michigan Trails at the Crossroads: A Vision for Connecting Michigan";
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that we the undersigned, attest to our
endorsement of the Connecting Michigan Vision to complete an interconnected statewide trail
system, and commit to participating with each other and our many partners in a collaborative
effort to carry out the action steps necessary to achieve the Vision.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
PROPOSED BYLAWS REVISIONS:
Moved by Mr. McCulloch, supported by Mr. Richards to adopt the proposed revisions to the
Oakland County Parks and Recreation Commission bylaws, with the following change:
Article X. Section 4, to read: "The Executive Officer and the Commission Chairman or their
designee(s) shall officially..."
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, VanderVeen (9)
NAYS: (0)
Motion carried on a voice vote.
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Moved by Mrs. Taub, supported by Mrs. Kowall to adjourn to Executive Session for the
purpose of discussing proposed land acquisitions.
ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: VanderVeen, Taub, Skarritt, Richards, Palmer, McCulloch, Lewis, Kowall, Crawford (9)
NAYS: (0)
A sufficient majority having voted, the motion carried.
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(Commission Meeting, July 18, 2007)
The Chair declared the meeting closed at 10:40 a.m. The meeting resumed in open session at 11:00 a.m.
POSSIBLE ACQUISITIONS:
Moved by Mr. Crawford, supported by Mr. Richards to authorize staff to investigate the
possible purchases of land in accordance with directives set forth in Executive Session.
AYES: Crawford, Kowall, Lewis, McCulloch, Palmer, Richards, Skarritt, Taub, 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 information was noted:
---Executive Officer Stencil shared details of an accident on the job suffered by Dave Smith, a skilled
maintenance mechanic at Waterford Oaks.
---Highland Oaks officially became the Park System's 13th park, with the closing on the two parcels June 26
and 28.
BUDGET WORK SESSION:
The proposed revenue budget for Fiscal Year 2008 is $24,264.863, up 1.8% over the proposed budget for
Fiscal Year 2007. Of this amount, $9,689,163 comes from fees and charges and interest on investments; the
remaining balance of $14,850,000 will come from the millage.
The proposed operating budget for Fiscal Year 2008 is $24,371,138, an increase of 1.8% over the 2007
proposed budget. The majority of this increase is due to facility maintenance and repairs noted in the
operating budget booklet for projects totaling $1,065,250. A 1.0% salary increase has been included for
salaries in Fiscal Year 2008 for full-time employees. Our Fiscal Year 2007 adjusted operating budget is 8.2%
or $1,860,729 less than originally budgeted due to reduced depreciation projection, postponed building and
grounds maintenance projects, and reduced salary costs resulting from unfilled staff positions. Our Fiscal Year
2007 revenue budget is 0.5% or $115,446 less than originally budgeted.
Operating Equipment requests for Fiscal Year 2008 total $555,350. Of this amount, $359,950 will be spent on
replacement equipment.
Estimated new funds for Capital Improvement for Fiscal Year 2008 are $3,110,475, of which $525,000 is
earmarked for payment to the Oakland County Building Authority for Lyon Oaks. The balance of $2,585,475 is
available to fund additional Capital Projects.
Staff shared information from a meeting with the ad hoc committee for the long-term financial plan, including
the following recommendations:
• Until the long-term financial plan is established, recommend a moratorium to determine future
financial direction and priorities.
• Staff will hold off on recommending any additional potential future acquisitions — outside of what staff
has already brought to the Commission.
Expected timeline to complete the long-term financial plan is 12 —18 months.
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At the August 1 Commission meeting, staff will be requesting a first amendment to the contract with Pros
Consulting to include a strategic master plan element; new contract total will be approximately $100,000.
Commissioner McCulloch shared additional direction from the committee meeting, noting he is comfortable
with the process, direction, and staff's recommendations.
Fees and Charges:
The fees and charges were reviewed, with the following changes from staff recommendations:
Groveland Oaks
Mini golf: 1 round $5/all ages
Waterslide: Single ride $1
Wint Nature Center
Amphitheater: Staff will make a recommendation for out -of -county fee
Waterford Oaks
Activity Center: No increase in fees
Red Oaks
Golf Course: Lower the 2"d 9 resident discount rate to $10, plus lower the single cart rate to $5 for the 2"d
9 holes, in order to be in line with the rates for the other three golf courses.
Capital Improvement Proiects:
Design and Development staff reviewed the capital improvement projects proposed throughout the parks
system for the next year, plus provided an update on the current projects.
Staff noted an expansion in the scope of the Design and Development section to include master plan
development, natural resource planning, and a stewardship program.
Staff will be establishing a policy to review individual park master plans at least every ten years.
2008 Operations:
• Special Projects Crew: This special crew was established this past year and attends to trail work, tree
removal, etc.
• Trusty Crews: After almost 25 years, this program remains an important program for the department.
Along with manual labor, the crew has also provided skilled laborers who have installed hardwood floors,
plus stone and brick work.
NEW BUSINESS:
Commissioner McCulloch noted that Blackheath Golf Course in Oakland Township might become available
and inquiring about possible interest.
Commissioner McCulloch also inquired about whether or not any of the surplus property being disposed by the
Road Commission for Oakland County might be of value to the Parks Commission.
ADJOURNMENT:
The next Commission meeting will be at 9:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 1, 2007.
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The meeting was adjourned at 1:20 p.m.
CPS
J. David VanderVeen, Secretary Karen S. Kohn CPS/CAP, Recording Secretary
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OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
COMBINED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FM 9, FY 2007
(FOR MONTH ENDING 6/30/07)
2007
YEAR TO
(OVER),
% OF
REVENUE
BUDGET
DATE
UNDER BUDGET
BUDGET
ADMINISTRATION: Millage Tax
$14,295,000.00
$14,630,371.68
($335,371.68)
102.3%
Other
255,800.00
843,779.69
(587,979.69)
329.9%
GLEN OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,348,400.00
565,761.76
782,638.24
42.0%
LYON OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,449,000.00
588,134.13
860,865.87
40.6%
RED OAKS GOLF COURSE
404,600.00
225,372.72
179,227.28
55.7%
SPRINGFIELD OAKS GOLF COURSE
914,491.00
445,545.49
468,945.51
48.7%
WHITE LAKE OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,029,200.00
503,320.62
525,879.38
48.9%
INDEPENDENCE OAKS NATURE CENTER
50,100.00
27,033.63
23,066.37
54.0%
ADDISON OAKS
463,350.00
171,815.90
291,534.10
37.1%
ADDISON OAKS CONFERENCE CENTER
125,000.00
37,373.02
87,626.98
29.9%
GROVELAND OAKS
754,200.00
225,742.63
528,457.37
29.9%
HIGHLAND OAKS
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.0%
INDEPENDENCE OAKS
316,800.00
175,846.43
140,953.57
55.5%
LYON OAKS
94,275.00
64,553.00
29,722.00
68.5%
ORION OAKS
86,000.00
66,629.00
19,371.00
77.5%
ROSE OAKS
1,700.00
240.00
1,460.00
14.1 %
SPRINGFIELD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
3,000.00
938.33
2,061.67
31.3%
WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
30,850.00
14,926.28
15,923.72
48.4%
RECREATION ADMINISTRATION
46,350.00
19,795.13
26,554.87
42.7%
CATALPA OAKS
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.0%
MOBILE RECREATION
367,600.00
232,236.21
135,363.79
63.2%
RED OAKS WATERPARK
836,000.00
254,638.29
581,361.71
30.5%
WATERFORD OAKS BMX COMPLEX
17,100.00
12,277.22
4,822.78
71.8%
WATERFORD OAKS GAMES COMPLEX
22,500.00
14,184.00
8,316.00
63.0%
WATERFORD OAKS TOBOGGAN COMPLEX
123,500.00
133,840.39
(10,340.39)
108.4%
WATERFORD OAKS WATERPARK
794,500.00
176,018.45
618,481.55
22.2%
TOTAL REVENUE
$23,829,316.00
$19,430,374.00
$4,398,942.00
81.5%
OPERATING EXPENSES
ADMINISTRATION
$4,240,262.00
$2,742,904.95
$1,497,357.05
64.7%
GLEN OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,265,923.00
838,080.32
427,842.68
66.2%
LYON OAKS GOLF COURSE
2,340,948.00
1,548,768.96
792,179.04
66.2%
RED OAKS GOLF COURSE
783,736.00
430,540.91
353,195.09
54.9%
SPRINGFIELD OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,304,866.00
731,004.39
573,861.61
56.0%
WHITE LAKE OAKS GOLF COURSE
1,031,398.00
666,464.97
364,933.03
64.6%
INDEPENDENCE OAKS NATURE CENTER
643,375.00
411,437.93
231,937.07
63.9%
ADDISON OAKS
1,741,874.00
953,294.24
788,579.76
54.7%
ADDISON OAKS CONFERENCE CENTER
177,900.00
85,348.92
92,551.08
48.0%
GROVELAND OAKS
1,453,774.00
707,775.92
745,998.08
48.7%
HIGHLAND OAKS
0.00
1,412.00
(1,412.00)
0.0%
INDEPENDENCE OAKS
1,201,167.00
676,428.66
524,738.34
56.3%
LYON OAKS
477,431.00
295,040.23
182,390.77
61.8%
ORION OAKS
166,787.00
91,327.08
75,459.92
54.8%
ROSE OAKS
33,092.00
13,780.19
19,311.81
41.6%
SPRINGFIELD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
355,456.00
141,216.12
214,239.88
39.7%
WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
767,274.00
377,059.69
390,214.31
49.1%
RECREATION ADMINISTRATION
528,359.00
403,693.98
124,665.02
76.4%
CATALPA OAKS
0.00
900.00
(900.00)
(0.0%)
MOBILE RECREATION
801,458.00
425,391.72
376,066.28
53.1%
RED OAKS WATERPARK
1,646,493.00
903,016.16
743,476.84
54.8%
WATERFORD OAKS BMX COMPLEX
47,974.00
25,202.23
22,771.77
52.5%
WATERFORD OAKS GAMES COMPLEX
40,636.00
19,162.29
21,473.71
47.2%
WATERFORD OAKS TOBOGGAN COMPLEX
339,735.00
261,702.30
78,032.70
77.0%
WATERFORD OAKS WATERPARK
1,223,290.00
524,667.73
698,622.27
42.9%
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
1,467,365.00
1,031,135.24
436,229.76
70.3%
CONTINGENCY/INTERNAL SERVICE CHARGES*
413,219.00
265,281.75
147,937.25
N/A
$24,493,792.00
$14,572,038.88
$9,921,753.12
59.5%
REVENUE OVER/(UNDER) EXPENSES
($664,476.00)
$4,858,335.12
($5,522,811.12)
2007
2006
ACTUAL REVENUE TO DATE:
81.5%
81.1%
BUDGET BALANCE:
18.5%
18.9%
ACTUAL EXPENSE TO DATE:
BUDGET BALANCE:
59.5% 62.4%
40.5% 37.6%
*CONTINGENCY YTD FIGURE: INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS PAYMENTS IN TRANSIT.
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OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
COMBINED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
FM 9, FY 2007
(6130107)
.;ONTINGENCY: BUDGET AMENDMENTS
$24,206 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO ADDISON OAKS CONFERENCE (JAN.)
$21,550 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO GLEN OAKS (JAN.)
$117,010 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK (APR.)
$8,000 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO WATERFORD OAKS TOBOGGAN COMPLEX (APR.)
$100,000 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED FROM WATERFORD OAKS WATER PARK (APR.)
$64,780 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO ADMINISTRATION (MAY)
$61,235 HAS BEEN TRANSFERRED TO WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTERIPARK (MAY)
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OAKLAND COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
COMBINED STATEMENT OF OPERATIONS
REVENUE AND EXPENSE COMPARISON
FM 9, FY 2007
(FOR MONTH ENDING 6130107)
PARK
ADMINISTRATION:
ADMINISTRATION
ADMINISTRATION SUB -TOTAL
GOLF:
GLEN OAKS GOLF COURSE
LYON OAKS GOLF COURSE
RED OAKS GOLF COURSE
SPRINGFIELD OAKS GOLF COURSE
WHITE LAKE OAKS GOLF COURSE
GOLF SUB -TOTAL
NATURE:
INDEPENDENCE OAKS NATURE CENTER
NATURE SUB -TOTAL
PARKS:
ADDISON OAKS
ADDISON OAKS CONFERENCE CENTER
GROVELAND OAKS
HIGHLAND OAKS
INDEPENDENCE OAKS
LYON OAKS
ORION OAKS
ROSE OAKS
SPRINGFIELD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
WATERFORD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER/PARK
PARKS SUB -TOTAL
RECREATION:
RECREATION ADMINISTRATION
CATALPA OAKS
MOBILE RECREATION
RED OAKS WATERPARK
WATERFORD OAKS BMX COMPLEX
WATERFORD OAKS GAMES COMPLEX
WATERFORD OAKS TOBOGGAN COMPLEX
WATERFORD OAKS WATERPARK
RECREATION SUB -TOTAL
TECHNICAL SUPPORT:
TECHNICAL SUPPORT
TECHNICAL SUPPORT SUB -TOTAL
CONTINGENCY/INTERNAL SERVICE CHARGES*
TOTAL
YEAR TO DATE
REVENUE
YEAR TO DATE
EXPENSE
REVENUE OVER
(UNDER) EXP.
$15,474,151.37 $2,742,904.95 $12,731,246.42
$15,474,151.37 $2,742,904.95 $12,731,246.42
565,761.76
588,134.13
225,372.72
445,545.49
503,320.62
2,328,134.72
838,080.32
1,548,768.96
430,540.91
731,004.39
666,464.97
4,214,859.55
(272,318.56)
(960,634.83)
(205,168.19)
(285,458.90)
(163,144.35)
(1,886,724.83)
27,033.63 411,437.93 (384,404.30)
27,033.63 411,437.93 (384,404.30)
171,815.90
37,373.02
225,742.63
0.00
175,846.43
64,553.00
66,629.00
240.00
938.33
14,926.28
758,064.59
19,795.13
0.00
232,236.21
254,638.29
12,277.22
14,184.00
133,840.39
176,018.45
842,989.69
953,294.24
85,348.92
707,775.92
1,412.00
676,428.66
295,040.23
91,327.08
13,780.19
141,216.12
377,059.69
3,342,683.05
403,693.98
900.00
425,391.72
903,016.16
25,202.23
19,162.29
261,702.30
524,667.73
2,563,736.41
(781,478.34)
(47,975.90)
(482,033.29)
(1,412.00)
(500,582.23)
(230,487.23)
(24,698.08)
(13,540.19)
(140,277.79)
(362,133.41)
(2,584,618.46)
(383,898.85)
(900.00)
(193,155.51)
(648,377.87)
(12,925.01)
(4,978.29)
(127,861.91)
(348,649.28)
(1,720,746.72)
0.00 1,031,135.24 (1,031,135.24)
0.00 1,031,135.24 (1,031,135.24)
0.00
$19,430,374.00
265,281.75
$14,572,038.88
*CONTINGENCY YTD FIGURE: INTERNAL SERVICE FUNDS PAYMENTS IN TRANSIT.
(265,281.75)
$4,858,335.12
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ITEM #6
AMENDMENT TO THE 2007 OPERATING BUDGET
In accordance with the Commission's 2007 General Appropriations
Act, which incorporates the Uniform Local Budgeting Act, the
Executive Officer or his fiscal officer shall not permit
expenditures to exceed the appropriation for any budget center as
approved or amended by the Commission.
After reviewing current costs and anticipated costs, staff requests
the following adjustments to the 2007 Operating Budget:
Current Amended Requested Proposed Amended
Park/Budget Center Expense Budget Adjustment Expense Budget
Springfield Oaks AC/Park $355,456 $29,500 $384,956
Recreation Administration $528,359 $18,500 $546,859
Waterford Oaks BMX $47,974 $5,500 $53,474
Technical Support $1,467,365 $18,000 $1,485,365
Contingency $358,044 $(71,500) $286,544
Detail for Springfield Oaks Activity Center/Park (Department
5060732/Program 160070):
730198 Building Maintenance $29,500
Detail for Recreation Administration (Department 5060805/Program
160210) :
702160 Part Time Salaries $14,100
722740 Fringe Benefits $4,400
Detail for Waterford Oaks BMX Complex(Department 5060845/Program
160210) :
702160 Part Time Salaries $5,000
722740 Fringe Benefits $500
Detail for Technical Support Department 5060910/Program 160430):
730646 Equipment Maintenance $18,000
Detail for Contingency (Department 5060201/Program 160000):
730359 Contingency $(71,500)
Staff recommends the transfer of funds from the 2007 Operating
Budget Contingency in the amount of $71,500 to the above listed
park/budget centers and expense line items to fund unanticipated
expenses.
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ACTIVITY REPORT r.::�)A_KLAND
JUNE, 2007 (FM09, FY2007): i
DAY USE PARKS* Not included in program totals - only in combined totals. PARTICIPANTS (MONTH) PARTICIPANTS (YTD)
In-house events are counted in facility totals. FM09,FY06
FM09,FY07 IFY2006
FY2007
ADDISON OAKS PARK
Campers
13,128
10,322
22,772
21,278
Day Use
10,047
7,769
16,149
15,391
Day Campers
0
43
0
43
*ADDISON OAKS CONFERENCE CENTER
3,726
3,6931
26,6361
25,364
GROVELAND OAKS PARK
Campers
26,528
20,522
34,336
31,248
Day Use
10,751
9,083
13,667
11,715
Day Campers
1,930
2,387
1,930
2,387
INDEPENDENCE OAKS PARK
Day Use
42,694
25,824
152,086
141,325
Day Campers
4,589
2,225
4,652
3,737
Overnight Youth Group Campers
219
336
643
1,509
LYON OAKS PARK
Day Use
1,263
1,946
3,688
7,318
Dog Park
3,789
5,836
22,974
43,604
ORION OAKS PARK
Day Use
1,484
2,484
12,612
13,930
Dog Park
3,220
6,130
26,742
49,302
ROSE OAKS PARK
Day Use
392
456
6,615
7,480
SPRINGFIELD OAKS ACTIVITY CENTER
Day Use
4,260
3,431
11,829
15,731
4-H Fair
0
0
0
0
*Banquet Facilities
4,589
7,657
33,323
30,799
WATERFORD OAKS
Activity Center - non banquet
40
510
4,176
4,883
*Banquet Facilities - Activity Center
0
150
315
1,612
Day Use
2,9951
1,523
19,172
14,869
TOTAL CAMPERS
39,656
30,844
57,108
52,526
TOTAL DAY USE
73,886
52,516
235,818
227,759
TOTAL DAY CAMPERS
6,519
4,655
6,582
6,167
TOTAL OVERNIGHT YOUTH GROUP CAMPERS
219
336
643
1,509
TOTAL DOG PARK
7,009
11,966
49,716
92,906
TOTAL 4-H FAIR
0
0
0
0
TOTAL ACTIVITY CENTER -NON BANQUET
40
510
4,176
4,883
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JUNE, 2007 (FM09, FY2007) W gAWjk
GOLF COURSES
* Not included in program totals - only in combined totals. PARTICIPANTS (MONTH) PARTICIPANTS (YTD)
In-house events are counted in facility totals. FM091FY061
FM09,FY07 FY2006
FY2007
GLEN OAKS
Rounds Played - 9 Holes
7,129
5,898
18,698
15,371
Rounds Played - 18 Holes
1,810
1,342
5,694
4,017
*Banquet Facilities
5,221
5,075
39,578
35,235
**Grill Room (**Not included in totals)
4,311
4,1931
10,65919,537
LYON OAKS
Rounds Played - 9 Holes
1,867
1,580
4,135
3,614
Rounds Played - 18 Holes
3,893
2,892
9,644
7,723
Driving range
2,990
2,104
8,172
6,278
*Banquet Facilities
2,554
2,759
9,931
11,760
**Grill Room (**Not included in totals)
4,208
3,163
13,125
8,798
RED OAKS
Rounds Played - 9 Holes
5,012
4,526
14,930
12,113
SPRINGFIELD OAKS
Rounds Played - 9 Holes
4,987
4,614
12,918
12,058
Rounds Played - 18 Holes
3,026
2,605
9,612
7,905
**Grill Room (**Not included in totals)
4,610
4,195
12,191
10,220
WHITE LAKE OAKS
Rounds Played - 9 Holes
6,271
6,202
15,906
15,037
Rounds Played - 18 Holes
786
1,241
4,350
4,885
*Banquet Facilities
0
2,594
0
11,836
**Grill Room (**Not included in totals)
0
4,445
0
9,269
TOTAL ROUNDS PLAYED - 9 HOLES
25,266
22,820
66,587
58,193
TOTAL ROUNDS PLAYED -18 HOLES
9,515
8,080
29,300
24,530
TOTAL DRIVING RANGE
2,990
2,104
8,172
6,278
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JUNE, 2007 (FM09, FY2007) �: ��•]
RECREATION,.
" Not included in program totals - only in combined totals. PARTICIPANTS (MONTH) PARTICIPANTS (YTD)
In-house events are counted in facility totals. I FM09,FY06
FM09,FY07 FY2006
FY2007
MOBILE RECREATION
Bleachers
3
1
17
16
Bouncers (")
17,390
16,745
30,940
28,770
Bus
3,195
2,160
16,200
14,895
Climbing Wall/Climbing Tower
3,100
2,900
4,400
4,200
Dunk Tank
4,427
4,427
6,058
6,524
Inline Skate Mobile/Hockey Mobile
1,670
1,002
2,004
1,169
Puppet
2,040
1,190
3,740
2,720
Show Mobile
37
42
65
103
Adventure Sport Mobile
520
480
520
680
Tents
47
37
89
73
Camps
270
189
270
189
Miscellaneous
0
3,690
0
4,305
WATERFORD OAKS BMX
1,215
6,185
2,379
7,785
WATERFORD OAKS COURT GAMES COMPLEX
160
160
524
990
WATERFORD OAKS FRIDGE
0
0
18,571
21,063
WATERFORD OAKS LOOKOUT LODGE
1,049
775
4,773
3,199
WATERFORD OAKS WATERPARK
13,024
22,292
16,645
23,188
RED OAKS WATERPARK
15,790
28,447
20,770
30,131
THERAPEUTIC EVENTS
301
386
5,256
4,490
SENIOR EVENTS
2,378
4,608
6,173
7,720
TOTAL MOBILE RECREATION VISITS
1 32,6991
32,8631
64,3031
63,644
TOTAL FACILITIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS
33,917
62,8531
75,0911
98,566
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PARTICIPANTS (MONTH) PARTICIPANTS (YTD)
In-house events are counted in facility totals. I FM09,FY06
FM09,FY07 FY2006
FY2007
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM - INDEPENDENCE OAKS
Nature Center
4,728
3,371
23,444
18,849
Outreach Visits
321
175
7,377
4,582
*"Trail Usage ("*Not included in totals)
8,382
6,525
66,048
65,312
ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM - LYON OAKS
Nature Center
296
201
3,238
2,638
Outreach Visits
216
54
1,440
1,113
*"Trail Usage (**Not included in totals)
594
893
3,240
6,205
TOTAL NATURE CENTERS
1 5,024
3,5721
26,6821
21,487
TOTAL OUTREACH VISITS
1 5371
2291
8,817
5,695
PARTICIPANTS (MONTH)
PARTICIPANTS (YTD)
FM09,FY06
FM09,FY07
FY2006
FY2007
DAY USE PARKS
127,329
100,827
354,043
385,750
GOLF COURSES
37,771
33,004
104,059
89,001
RECREATION, FACILITIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS
66,616
95,716
139,394
162,210
NATURE INTERPRETIVE SERVICES
5,561
3,801
35,499
27,182
BANQUET FACILITIES
16,090
21,928
109,783
116,606
GRAND TOTALS
253,3671
255,276
742,778
780,749
Therapeutic/Senior Event Breakdown
TR: TGIF-45; Royal Oak-37; Hustle-65; Golf Lessons-45; Golf Clinic-74; Tennis-22; Hockey-62; Golf Course -
SR: Softball-4608
(*)From page 3 - Includes: Bouncers, Mini Pkg, Treasure
Island, Sea Serpent and Space Maze
REVISED 10/6/04 Note: Deleted Grill Room numbers from Combined Totals.
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ITEM #8
AWARDS
Staff has been notified that the National Association of County Parks and
Recreation Officials has awarded the Oakland County Parks and Recreation
Commission with two awards:
• Oakland County 4-H Fair Association as Outstanding Support
Organization; and
Ellis Barn Restoration as Park and Recreation Facility — Class 11
In addition, staff will present the following award from the National
Association of Counties:
• 2007 Achievement Award for the Trails Advisory Council program
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ITEM #9
RECREATION ADMINISTRATION
ADAPTIVE RECREATION/SENIORS/VOLUNTEERS
The role of the Adaptive Recreation Program is to provide assistance to
communities in providing programs to people with disabilities. We provide
technical assistance, as well as serving as a resource for individuals with
disabilities, along with community parks and recreation departments and
agencies specializing in working with the disabled.
We provide a wide variety of programming for all individuals with
disabilities at various locations throughout the County. We partner with local
parks and recreation departments, boys and girls clubs, hospitals and other
agencies.
Many communities offer senior programs; however, it is difficult for each
individual community to coordinate sports programs as there are not enough
players from their communities to create a league. Therefore, we coordinate the
teams on a county level.
Volunteers are essential in making our programs a success. We utilize
over 500 volunteers per year. The role of the volunteer is very diverse. We
match volunteer's interest with a variety of opportunities. We have volunteers
that assist at special events, as well as others that make a weekly commitment.
A brief PowerPoint outlining our programs will be presented.
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ITEM #10
PROS CONSULTING CONTRACT AMENDMENT
ADMINISTRATION
At the May 2, 2007 meeting, the Commission approved a contract with
Pros Consulting of Indianapolis, Indiana, to provide a long-term financial plan and
operational assessment in the amount of $64,780.
As staff began working with the consultant, it became evident that the
strategic planning effort begun by Parks staff needed to be incorporated in this
planning effort.
The steering committee for the long-term financial plan contract is
recommending that we amend the contract with Pros Consulting to include the
strategic master plan component at a cost of $37,060. New total for the contract
will be $101,840.
This planning effort may consider future amendments for additional
assessments and audits of the park system, which will be proposed to be phased
in over a 12 — 18 month period.
The additional funds will come from the Operating Budget Contingency
and be placed in the Professional Services Line Item in Administration's budget
center.
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ITEM ff11
BID ITEMS:
A. Waterpark Improvements Design — Waterford Oaks
B. Barrier -free Playground Concept — Waterford Oaks
C. Awning Extension — Glen Oaks
Waterford Oaks
Waterpark Improvement Design
The approved 2007 CIP budget originally included a Spray Pad Feature Design for
the Waterford Oaks Waterpark. Design and Development staff met with waterpark
operational staff and identified a number of potential capital and maintenance projects
for consideration. Staff, with Oakland County Purchasing, proceeded to issue a Request
for Qualifications (RFQ) from a Primary Design Professional to complete the following
list of the identified capital and maintenance projects:
1. Repair, replacement and/or modifications to portions of the existing chlorination
system.
2. The addition of a new water feature that maximizes the number of patrons while
requiring a minimal amount of new park staff.
i. Incorporate and maximize efficiency of the new chlorination system —
Item #1 above.
3. Additional spray features in or around the existing Children's Play Feature.
i. Includes the repair and/or replacement of the existing Pebble-Tec
surfacing.
4. Review, assess and recommend renovations for the existing, aging mat slide.
5. Review, assess and recommend interior renovation for the existing bathhouse,
including but not limited to opening view lines, floor, lighting, mechanical &
plumbing improvements, locker reductions, family restroom/changing area, etc.
6. Review, assess and recommend interior and/or exterior renovations for the
existing concession area, including but not limited to improved storage, roof
replacement, expandability, etc.
7. Review, assess and recommend site improvements, including but not limited to
entrance modifications, parking, site utilities, etc.
8. Assist OCPR Staff with all municipal requirements, reviews and approvals.
9. Provide phased construction estimates, plans and documents for the entire
project.
On June 28, 2007 staff received qualification statements from five (5) Primary Design
Professionals. An Evaluation Committee was created with five OCPR staff members
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and a representative from Oakland County Purchasing. This committee was responsible
for qualification review, interviews and negotiation of the design fee.
The Evaluation Committee interviewed three Primary Design Professionals. Upon
completing the interviews, staff refined the original scope of work into two design phases
and notified Integrated Design Solutions, Inc. (IDS) of our intention to negotiate a fee for
Design Phase I.
1. Design Phase 1— Scope of Work
a. Provide a proposal for completing a waterpark master plan with the necessary
evaluation, analysis of the existing waterpark features & site as indicated in the
original scope items listed in the Request for Qualification, including the potential
entrance road relocation. Design Phase I shall also provide a preliminary opinion
of costs and assist staff in review and prioritization of the various design tasks of
this master plan.
2. Design Phase 11— Improvement Construction Plans
a. Scope and fee to be determined from Design Phase 1.
Based on the complexity of the design project and IDS's intimate knowledge and
background with Waterford Oaks Waterpark, staff recommends Commission approval to
award an hourly, not -to -exceed contract to Integrated Design Solutions, Inc., Troy in
the amount of $70,000 for Design Phase I. Upon completion of Design Phase I, IDS and
staff will report their recommendations, along with the necessary design fees for
completion of Design Phase II.
The approved 2007 CIP Budget for the Spray Pad Water Feature Design is $15,000.
Staff's proposed 2008 CIP Budget renames the above project and adds $60,000 for a
total of $75,000. Staff anticipates the fee for Design Phase II will need to be transferred
from the 2008 Contingency upon a determination of the first construction improvement.
As part of our Strategic Master Plan, Design Phase I will assist staff in determining
and prioritizing any future capital or maintenance projects for the water park.
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Waterford Oaks — Court Games Renovation Phase II
Barrier -free Playground Concept
Construction Design Bid
Staff is currently working on the 2007 Court Games Renovation Project which
involves several phases; Parking Lot Expansion, Barrier -free Playground, Restroom
Renovation, an additional Pavilion, and a Barrier -free Tree House.
Engineering for Phase I - Parking Lot Expansion is currently underway with
Giffels-Webster Engineers, Inc. (Blanket Contract). Staff has submitted a Clean
Michigan Initiative/319 grant application for this phase of the project.
As part of Phase II — Barrier -free Playground, staff received proposals on
Tuesday, July 24, 2007, from interested design firms to complete construction drawings
for the barrier -free playground concept. The preliminary concept was completed in-
house by Design and Development staff. This project was previously unsuccessful in
receiving an Access to Recreation Grant ($250,000/$240,000 match), in large part due
to the conceptual drawings lacking the necessary construction details. The awarded
design firm will also assist Design and Development staff to re -apply for an Access to
Recreation Grant in early January.
Staff will make a recommendation on the design firm at the Commission Meeting
on August 1, 2007.
The approved 2007 CIP Budget for the `Boundless Play Area' is $200,000.
Staff's proposed 2008 CIP Budget for this project increases the budgeted amount by
$340,000, for a total of $540,000, based on the expanded project scope noted above.
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AWNING EXTENSION
GLEN OAKS
We have received from Purchasing the following bids for the extension of
the existing awning off the grillroom at Glen Oaks Golf Course.
Marygrove Awning Co. $14,889
Livonia
Signature Awning Co. $15,200
Livonia
The extension of the awning will now cover the entire patio where golfers
now sit. The size of the extension is 16 ft x 28 ft.
With the varied use of the grillroom, we now will be able to accommodate
larger golf groups outside.
Staff recommends awarding the bid to Marygrove Awning in the amount
of $14,889, plus a 5% contingency in the amount of $745 for a total approved
amount of $15,634. Marygrove Awning built the first awning section.
Also, staff recommends the transfer of funds from the 2007 Operating
Budget Contingency in the amount of $14,889 to the Building Maintenance line
item.
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ITEM #12
EXECUTIVE OFFICER'S REPORT
---Wetland Mitigation and Preservation: Relative to the Commission's inquiry about wetland mitigation and
preservation in Oakland County, staff has been working with the Oakland Land Conservancy for the past 18
months to develop a program that will allow developers to purchase mitigation credits. The Oakland County
Planning and Economic Development Services Department is also assisting in this effort.
---SMART Busing: Staff has had conversation with SMART regarding transportation to the Parks, including to the
nature centers.
---NACo: A letter of congratulations has been sent on behalf of the Commission to former Parks Commissioner
Eric Coleman on his recent election as President of the National Association of Counties.
--"Economic Benefits of Open Space:" Attached for your information is a copy of "Economic Benefits of Open
Space" Index prepared by the Trust for Public Land. Although several years old, the document shares information
on the economic benefits of parks/open space around the nation.
---Catalpa Oaks Forum: Over 100 people attended the Catalpa Oaks Planning Forum, which was held at the
park on Thursday, July 19 from 4 — 7 p.m. Another nearly 100 children participated in recreational activities
provided by Mobile Recreation staff. The input provided by the participants will be used by Parks Design and
Development staff to formulate a preliminary master plan for Catalpa Oaks.
---Parks Research Results: In an ongoing effort to collect more data and information about our visitors for future
planning, staff has been conducting several surveys. A dog park survey was recently completed at Orion Oaks,
visitors were interviewed at the 4H Fair, and a camping questionnaire will be conducted in August. Other surveys
include campground recreation, special events, and various youth camps.
---Oakland County Fair Report: 2007 was a great year for the Oakland County Fair. We had many new hurdles
to cross (new dates, new name, new electric upgrade, new bathrooms, new fair lay out, etc.) but most went on
without a problem. Weather was very good and so we were back up from last year's 75,000 visitors to right at
85,000 visitors. The new bathrooms were a great addition to the grounds. This, along with all the new flowers
and landscaping improvements, gave the Fair a cleaner and brighter look. The carnival was less than $700.00
from its all time record, which, with the economic problems in Michigan, was a great number to achieve. The new
dates (2 weeks earlier) did cause us to be down about 14% in entries and exhibitors. We feel that, as people get
used to the earlier July dates, these numbers can be turned around. This will be a main priority for us in 2008.
The new camp sites and dump station were a welcome addition; both did very well for their first year. Another
great draw for the fair this year was our free daily circus and it proved to be a real crowd pleaser.
The Fair Board and Parks and Recreation staff teamed up to do tours of the Ellis Barn. Hundreds of visitors per
day went on the tours with over 1,000 people on Sunday, the largest day. The new floor in the Ellis Barn looks
great and made viewing the barn nicer for everyone.
Next year's fair dates are July 8 to the 13, 2008. We are looking forward to working even more with the Parks and
Recreation staff for the 2008 fair.
---Focus Group: Staff is working with Leon Younger, from Pros Consulting, to develop a list of individuals, who
are in a position of leadership/prominence, to provide input for the future direction of the Oakland County Parks
through its strategic planning effort.
Please submit the name, title, and agency of 25 — 30 individuals who could participate in a focus group. Focus
groups are planned for October 15-17 in the Parks Commission's administration office. More details and
invitations will be sent.
Please provide names to staff by August 1, or bring this information to the August 1 Commission meeting.
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---Upcoming Events:
• August 3: Junior Golf Tournament; Red Oaks Golf Course
• Aug. 6, 7, 8: Michigan Senior Olympic Golf Games. Athletes 50 and older will compete at three
Oakland County Parks courses: Monday, Aug. 6: White Lake Oaks Golf Course; Tuesday, Aug. 7:
Springfield Oaks Golf Course; and Wednesday, Aug. 8: Glen Oaks Golf Course. All competitions start at 9
a. m.
• August 8: Senior Appreciation Day. Walk Michigan Trail event at Independence Oaks and team
scavenger hunt. Free park entry for seniors (high school seniors and those over age 50)!
• August 17: Warren Orlick Inclusive Golf Outing, individuals with and without disabilities. White Lake
Oaks Golf Course, 10 a.m.
• August 17: Seniors/Retirees Open, White Lake Oaks Golf Course
• August 16: Commissioners Park Tour with Catalpa Oaks Dedication
• September 5: Commission Meeting, with budget adoption and Commission/staff photo shoot.
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`Economic Benefits of Open Space'
Index prepared by TPL, the Trust for Public Land
• Rank of open space/parks/recreation among factors
used by small businesses in choosing a new business
location: #1
• Estimated value of outdoor recreation to the U.S.
economy in 1996: $40 billion
• Rank of recreation among all economic activities on
U.S. Forest Service lands: #2
• Annual economic benefits to local economies of visits to
U.S. national parks: $10 billion
• Estimated annual value of open space to the economy of
New Hampshire: $8 billion —Approximate fraction of the
state's total economy this amount represents: 25%
• Percentage of Denver residents who in 1980 said they
would pay more to live near a greenbelt or park: 16%.
Percentage who said so in 1990: 48%
• Estimated gross increase in residential property value
resulting from proximity to San Francisco's Golden Gate
Park: $500 million to $1 billion Increased property taxes
resulting from this value: $5-$10 million
• Annual revenue of local businesses from visitors to U.
S. national wildlife refuges (1995): $401 million. Income
from the 10,000 jobs supported by these visitors: $162.9
million
• Annual economic contribution of whitewater rafting on
West Virginia's Gauley Paver: $20 million
• Amount spent on hiking footwear each year: $374
million
•' Proportion of tree cover in Atlanta, Georgia- 27%.
Estimated annual value of this tree cover to improving
Atlanta's air quality: $15 million Additional annual
economic benefits in air quality that would be realized if
Atlanta's tree cover were increased to 40%, the proportion
recommended by the forestry organization American
Forests: $7 million
• Estimated value of all economic benefits generated by
single acre of wetland: $150,000 to $200,000
• Of 240 measures on state and local ballots in November
1998 concerning land conservation, parks, and smarter
growth, 72% were approved by voters. Amount of new
funding for parks and open space triggered, directly or
indirectly, by these ballot measures: $7.5 billion.
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