Page 1 of 8 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners DuPage and Will Counties Held on 8th day of May, 2008 400 South Eagle Street City Council Chambers Naperville, IL 60540 I. Call to Order The Regular Meeting of the Naperville Park District Board of Commissioners was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by President Jungles. II. Pledge of Allegiance President Jungles led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance. III. Roll Call Present: President Kristen Jungles Vice President Charlie Brown (via teleconference) Commissioner Suzanne Hart Commissioner Ronald R. Ory Commissioner Andrew Schaffner Commissioner Marie Todd Commissioner Mary Wright Absent: None Executive Staff: Daniel Betts, Executive Director Mindy Munn, Business Services Director Ed Dalton, Parks Director Ed Provow, Golf Services Director Eric Shutes, Planning Director Brad Wilson, Recreation Director Staff: Lynne Bandyk, Board Secretary Neil Adams, Project Manager Mary Gardocki, Planner Michelle LaScola, Program Manager Chuck Papanos, Park Operations Manager Parks North & Riverwalk Other: Steve Adams, Attorney - Brooks, Adams and Tarulis
Page 2 of 8 Melissa Jenco Daily Herald Kathy Cichon Naperville Sun IV. Agenda Additions/Deletions There were none. V. Introductions and Recognitions Awards and Recognitions 1. Recognition of Naperville Baseball Association and Naperville Little League President Jungles expounded on the contributions of both the Naperville Baseball Association as well as Naperville Little League. In the audience on those organizations behalf were Dick Strang, Manager of League Operations and Jim Meurer, President of Naperville Little League as well as Larry Letkewicz from Naperville Baseball Association. President Jungles presented plaques to the aforementioned. Additional plaques were displayed that would be placed at both DuPage River Park Sports Complex and Nike Park. Messrs. Strang, Meurer and Letkewicz gratefully accepted the plaques; Mr. Strang noted it is always a pleasure working with the park district. 2. Recognition of Youth Ambassadors Program Graduating Seniors Michelle LaScola Next, Program Manager Michelle LaScola called the following graduating seniors up to the podium: Catherine Gassner, Naperville Central High School Elizabeth (Liz) Gassner, Naperville Central High School Alyssa Heinrich, Naperville North High School Kathleene Jardeleza, Waubonsie Valley High School Ms. LaScola reviewed the girls accomplishments and favorite activities while in the Youth Ambassadors Program and noted the colleges each would attend as well as their planned career tracks for future. Not in attendance were: Rachel Parrish, Neuqua Valley High School Atusa Peyjam Waubsonsie Valley High School Charisse Williams Neuqua Valley High School Ms. LaScola additionally praised the three senior girls unable to attend. She noted her delight with working with all these girls and her difficulty in saying goodbye after working with them for several years. She would miss their dedication, energy and creativity. 3. Naper Settlement Presentation Executive Director Peggy Frank Heritage Society Board of Directors Vice President Howie Crouse provided the majority of the presentation on Naper Settlement with input Naper Settlement Executive Director Peggy Frank. Purpose of this evening s presentation is to bring the District up to speed on plans for the Settlement moving forward. Main points covered in the presentation were as follows:
Page 3 of 8 Sharing of how Naper Settlement may work toward the future; Visionary Objective; Overall goal; How will it look; Museum of tomorrow; Detail of the Central Plan including Scott s block (commercial area); Transition to residential area; Martin Mitchell Mansion; Downtown connection; Next steps. Mr. Crouse noted the Settlement does not have a budget for these plans it will require considerable fundraising efforts. The construction would take place in 5 phases. Executive Director Peggy Frank informed those present of upcoming events at the Settlement Civil War Days May 16 to 18; one month later, Naper Days over Father s Day Weekend. Commissioner Wright liked the concepts had two minor items for the Settlement to consider with their plans for bike rentals, keep in mind, bikes are prohibited on the Riverwalk; and secondly with plans replicate the Knoch Cigar Store which was internationally known, be cognizant of current smoking issues. Commissioner Ory inquired about historical markers as part of the considerations; response from Ms. Frank affirmative. B. Employee Recognitions There were none. VI. Matters from the Public The following people spoke on non-agenda items: Marion Baran, 1101 Tennyson Lane, Naperville 60540 As in past meetings, Mr. Baran urged the District s purchase of the Hobson Ponds West parcel. Roberta Boecker Priz, Naperville voiced her concern over the recent board approval to convert the Jane Sindt Property to storage area. She noted that Ms. Sindt donated the property as a life estate, partially to the Naperville Park District and DuPage County Forest Preserve. Ms. Priz stated that Jane Sindt was a naturalist and conservationalist and would want the property to remain as natural as possible. President Jungles informed Ms. Priz that staff would respond to her concerns. VII. Approval of Treasurer s Report Commissioner Wright moved to approve the March 2008 Treasurer s Report. Second by Commissioner Todd.
Roll Call Vote on Motion: Regular Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2008 Page 4 of 8 VIII. Consent Agenda Commissioner Wright moved to approve Consent Agenda Items A through K as presented. Second by Commissioner Todd. A. Approval of disbursements for the month of April 2008 in the amount of $980,523.93. B. Approval of customer refunds for the month of April 2008 in the amount of $5,328.90. C. Approval of payment to Brooks, Adams and Tarulis for legal services for period ending April 15, 2008 in the amount of $11,152.50. D. City of Naperville SECA Reimbursement for 2007 Millennium Carillon operation in the amount of $37,633.35. E. Award Sealcoating Project Bid to Construction Management Corporation of Illinois in the amount of $28,298.50. F. Award Construction Contract for Cress Creek Park for 2008 Basketball Court Renovation to Chicagoland Paving Contractors in the amount of $55,717.50. G. Frontier Park Sports Complex Recreation Center Construction Management Contract Termination H. Award Construction Contract for Brook Prairie Park 2008 Trail Renovation to Flexible Pavement, Inc. in the amount of $21,605. I. Proclamation of Support for River Sweep 2008 held on June 7, 2008 J. Golf Services Facilities Improvement Plan Change Order K. Approval of Minutes: Regular Meeting of April 10, 2008. Commissioner Ory pulled Item J. Golf Services Facilities Improvement Plan Change Order for discussion. Thereupon, Commissioner Wright amended her motion to approve Consent Agenda Items A through I and K. Second by Commissioner Todd. Roll Call on Amended Motion: In response to commissioner inquiry, Golf Services Director Ed Provow stated the dollars will come from the Capital Improvements Plan. Completion date is 5/23; however, the contractor has requested an extension of 28 days. The driving range and golf course are not at full capacity. President Jungles noted however that the contractor has far exceeded the scope of the project to ensure a good finished product; she asked Director Provow to extend the District s gratitude. Additionally, for the past 4 weeks, Brighton Car Wash has offered discount coupons to the golfers in consideration of their patience with the inconvenience.
Roll Call on Motion Approving Consent Agenda Item J.: Regular Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2008 Page 5 of 8 IX. Unfinished Business A. Riverwalk Agreement (tabled from April 10, 2008 regular meeting) Commissioner Wright moved to approve the Intergovernmental Agreement among the City of Naperville and the Naperville Park District regarding ownership, operation, maintenance, and financial responsibility for the Naperville Riverwalk. Second by Commissioner Todd. Executive Director Betts said staff has met with the city regarding the scrivener s errors and also on the graffiti removal issue. Goal right now is to encourage approval of this agreement. Have been operating without one since 12/31/07! Roll Call on Motion to Approve Riverwalk Agreement: B. Carillon Agreement (tabled from April 10, 2008 regular meeting) Commissioner Wright moved to approve the Agreement among the City of Naperville, the Millennium Carillon Foundation and the Naperville Park District regarding ownership, maintenance, financial responsibility and naming rights related to the Millennium Carillon and Moser Tower Facility and the Park District-owned Visitor Center. Second by: Commissioner Todd. Roll Call Vote on Motion to Approve Carillon Agreement: X. New Business A. Lease Agreement with Naperville Community Unit School District #203 for the Huntington Estates Park site Resolution #08-04 Commissioner Wright moved to approve Resolution #08-04 authorizing lease of real property from the Naperville Community Unit School District #203. Second by Commissioner Todd.
Roll Call Vote on Motion: Regular Meeting Minutes of May 8, 2008 Page 6 of 8 B. Central Maintenance Shop Rinse Pad Purchase in amount of $33,900 Commissioner Wright moved to award the purchase of one (1) Containment Pad System from Polystar, Inc. in the amount of $33,900. Second by Commissioner Todd. Roll Call Vote on Motion: C. Centennial Beach Enhancement Plan Commissioner Wright moved to award the professional services contract for the Centennial Beach Enhancement Plan for a lump sum fee not to exceed $53,500 to Williams Architects. Second by Commissioner Todd. Roll Call Vote on Motion: XI. Updates and Reports A. Millennium Carillon Foundation Update Recreation Director Brad Wilson reviewed the following on Vice-President Brown s behalf (who was attending meeting via teleconference audio difficult to hear): Cost of tickets to Carillon are $3/pp and may be purchased in Visitors Center; Will be open on Saturdays and Sundays for month of May 10am 4 pm; in June, will go to Friday, Saturday and Sundays throughout the summer; On June 3, District working with Millennium Carillon Foundation to get a portable carillon to Naperville to have a duet. B. Riverwalk Update No report C. Board President Update President Jungles noted that she, HR Manager Katie Sepe, Business Services Director Mindy Munn and Executive Director Daniel Betts have been meeting with consultants. Purpose is to have a consultant work with commissioners one-on-one, on board dynamics, and communicating more effectively. More info forthcoming. D. Executive Director Update Executive Director Daniel Betts noted he is still in the discovery phase. Should have more to report around his 9 th week at the NPD.
Page 7 of 8 E. Finance Committee Update Commissioner Todd reported the following: Had a meeting on April 29 covering two topics: 1) purchasing cards; and 2) discussed reworking the financial reports; Business Services Director Mindy Munn noted that at the next Finance Committee meeting info will be shared so it can be incorporated in a presentation she s planning for the June 26 workshop. F. Legislative Committee Update Commissioner Hart noted the District s upcoming May 19 th Green with Enthusiasm Legislators Golf Outing at Naperbrook Golf Course. G. Community/PR Committee Update Commissioners Wright and Ory introduced Daniel Betts at the Naperville Homeowners Confederation s recent meeting. Executive Director Betts offered the District s new South Maintenance Facility as a future location for one of the NHC s meetings. Lastly, Commissioner Ory said he attended seminar sponsored by U of I Extension DuPage County entitled Kermit was Wrong! It is Easy Being Green on April 24. Felt it was very informative. XII. Future Meetings President Jungles noted the upcoming meetings: A. Special Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, May 22, 2008-6:00 p.m., Naperville Park District Administration Building Board Room, 320 West Jackson Avenue, Naperville B. Regular Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, June 12, 2008-7:00 p.m., Naperville Municipal Center, Council Chambers, 400 South Eagle Street, Naperville C. Special Meeting of the Board of Park Commissioners, June 26, 2008-6:00 p.m., Naperville Park District Administration Building Board Room, 320 West Jackson Avenue, Naperville XIII. Executive Session At 7:58 p.m., Commissioner Wright moved to adjourn to Executive Session to discuss Land Acquisition under Section 2(c)(5) of the Open Meetings Act; Personnel under Section 2(c)(1) of the Open Meetings Act; and Approval of Executive Session Minutes of: April 10, 2008. Second by Commissioner Todd. Roll Call Vote on Motion: XIV. Reconvene Open Meeting At 8:59 p.m., Commissioner Wright moved to arise from executive session and return to open meeting. Second by Commissioner Hart. Unanimous voice vote. President Jungles reconvened the open meeting at 9:03 p.m.
Page 8 of 8 XV. Call to Order President Jungles called the meeting to order at 9:04 p.m. XVI. Roll Call Present: President Kristen Jungles Commissioner Suzanne Hart Commissioner Ronald R. Ory Commissioner Andrew Schaffner Commissioner Marie Todd Commissioner Mary Wright Absent: Vice-President Charlie Brown XVII. Action (if any) Taken in Executive Session XVIII. Adjournment At 9:04 p.m., Commissioner Wright moved adjournment of the May 8, 2008 Regular Meeting with second by Commissioner Ory. Voice Vote on Motion: Yes: Wright, Ory, Hart, Schaffner, Todd, Brown and Jungles (Motion Declared Carried.) Transcribed and respectfully submitted, Lynne Bandyk, Board Secretary