HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - 1/25/1994 - Parks and Recreation Committee Cit of McHenry
y
,:�:,:�.,
� � � �
333 South Green Street `�� McHenry, Illinois 60050-5642
_ � 4 �,
--� ' -
`�'����_-....-.._. _,-. .. ..-.--m�.-
MCHENRY PARKS & RECREATION
CONIl�IITTEE NIEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 25, 1994
7:30 PM - ROOM 234
ALDERMAN Iid ATTENDANCE: Greg Bates, Bill Baird
ALDERMAN NOT IN ATTENDANCE: Dave Lawson
CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE: City Administrator, Jerry Peterson,
Park Director, Pete Merkel
1. ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION TREE PLANTING GRANT PROGRAM
Pete Merkel explained the history of the City's involvement with the
tree pl'anting program. Our two areas of interest are: A) Municipal
Center landscape and B) Brookside Park. The deadline for the
� application is February 23, 1994. The Parks and Recreation Department
will be applying for a grant not to exceed $20,000. This would be a
50/50 grant with the City's responsibility being $10,000.
The funding cycle is such that we will know the availability of the
grant before the 1995-1996 budgeting process begins.
RECONIlKENDATION: Alderman Bates motioned that Director Merkel be
directed to apply for a grant for the above mentioned prospects not to
exceed $20,000 with the understanding that the City would be
contributing $10,000. Baird seconded. Vote 2-0 in favor.
2. REPORT ON PETERSEN PARK LAND ACQUISITION GRANT APPLICATION
Director Merkel passed out the attached letter from the Illinois
Department of Conservation explaining our status for a grant in the
purchase of the Petersen Park addition.
RECONIlKENDATION: It was recommended by the Committee to wait until the
April 15, 1994 deadline to see if we qualify for the grant before taking
any further action.
Ls .
Clerk's Office and
Administration Public Works, Parks and Police
(815) 363-2100 Building and Zoning Recreation (Non-Emergency)
FAX: (815) 363-2119 (815) 363-2170 (815)363-`L160 (815) 363-2200
�-' Page 2
3. LEATHER'S PARK PROGRESS REPORT
The fundraising is going along successfully but the pro�ect has a long
way to go. Many companies and community service groups have expressed
an interest in donating but were waiting until the 1994 calendar for
funds to become available.
The final drawings have been sent in by the Leathers architects.
Alderman Bates will set up a meeting with Whispering Oaks residents to
discuss landscaping and parking concerns.
Alderman Bates mentioned a call he received Sunday evening from one of
Pro3ect Playgrounds coordinator who expressed dismay that she is
receiving phone calls from Whispering Oaks residents. Report with the
Parks location. Alderman Bates will bring this matter before the
Whispering Oaks Committee.
4. UPDATE ON BIKE PATH DEVELOPMENT
� Director Merkel attended a meeting by the MCCD on January 25 concerning
the Northern Illinois Bike Path and its route. Maps and a funding chart
were passed out to the committee memebers. Several options for the
route through McHenry have been submitted by the MCDD. The committee
and staff looked at each option with discussion revolving around the
best route along Crystal Lake Road. The matter will be brought before
the entire City Council on February 2, 1994.
5. DIRECTORS REPORT
Items for bid nurchase - Because of the time frame involved in
preparing the parks for Spring/Swnmer usage, Alderman Bates will bring
the items for purchase before the Finance Committee on January 27, 1994.
Boat Launch Uudate - Earth moving equipment has been placed on the
property and work has begun. The pro�ects' progress has been slowed due
to the weather conditions but the grading will be finished by late
February.
Capital Development (1994-1995) Budget - Director Merkel discussed the
capital development renovation. A future workshop (May) will be used to
discuss how the capital development program should proceed. At that
time puhlich input will be invited.
�-
`- Page 3
5. DIRECTC�RS REPORT - (continued)
New Business - Alderman Baird received a letter of concern about the
lack of availability of hockey space. Future park plans include
expanding the hockey area in McHenry. It was decided to leave the
present hours for hockey as stated to Mrs. McCaffrey.
Alderman Bates asked Director Merkel to look into a tot lot for the
residents of Martins Woods. Petersen suggested that Deerwood Estates
and Glacial Ridge also be given consideration.
��- c�-�,
Park Commi e Chairman
Grego Bates
Next Park Committee Meeting: Tuesday, February 22 at 7:30 pm.
� /0144H
\.�