MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE

BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS OF DECATUR PARK

DISTRICT, MACON COUNTY, ILLINOIS, HELD AT

DECATUR PARK DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION OFFICE

620 E. RIVERSIDE AVENUE, DECATUR, ILLINOIS

AT 12:00 NOON ON THE 17th DAY OF FEBRUARY, 2016

The Board of Park Commissioners of Decatur Park District, Macon County, Illinois, met in a regular session on Wednesday, the 17th day of February, 2016 at the hour of 12:00 Noon at the Decatur Park District Administration Office, 620 E. Riverside Avenue, Decatur, Illinois at which time and place there were present the following officers and members of said Board:

Jack Kenny, President

Bob Brilley, II, Vice President

Chris Harrison, Commissioner

Chris Riley, Commissioner, via conference phone

Stacey Young, Commissioner

A quorum of the members of the Board of Park Commissioners being present, President Kenny called the meeting to order and declared the Board to be in session for the transaction of business.

The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States was recited.

NO. 15641 A motion to approve items 1 - 2 on the Consent Agenda was made by Commissioner Young and seconded by Commissioner Brilley. Upon call of the roll, all voted aye.

1.  Minutes of the Previous Meeting

2.  Bills for Approval

NO. 15642 On February 10, seven bids were received for the Beach House restroom remodeling project, with the low bid being from Interior Specialty Construction (ISC). Larry Livergood (AEX) recommended the $91,450.00 bid from ISC, with 84 days to reach substantial completion and an estimated 30-45 days of construction time. ISC also included plans to keep one restroom open during the construction period. Part of the project cost is in the capital budget and the remainder will come from the ADA capital budget. A motion was made by Commissioner Brilley and seconded by Commissioner Harrison to approve the low bid from Interior Specialty Construction as presented. All voted aye upon call of the roll.

ANNUAL AGREEMENT Director Raleigh introduced Terri Chance, owner/operator of Mister Softee ice cream, who stated her appreciation for the 4-year partnership with the Park District. Mrs. Chance asked the Board to approve renewal of her annual agreement.

NO. 15643 Commissioner Harrison made and Commissioner Young seconded a motion to approve the Agreement between the District and Terri Chance to operate the Mister Softee ice cream truck on Park property as stated in said Agreement, with a 2% increase from last year. Upon call of the roll, all voted aye.

ANNUAL AGREEMENT Director Raleigh introduced Greg Ferguson, Commodore and Leo Morland, Rear-Commodore, who provided an update of the Commodore Decatur Yacht Club (CDYC). It currently has 106 members, 44 sailboats on slips, and 50 boats on dry sail. They have inspected and repaired docks and boat slips, upgraded the electrical system to meet code, and completed landscaping work. They have a concern regarding the potential impact of the lake development project on their club.

Commissioner Harrison said he appreciates the partnership with CDYC, which provides an important amenity in Decatur that not many other communities have.

NO. 15644 Commissioner Brilley made and Commissioner Harrison seconded a motion to approve the Agreement with CDYC including a 2% increase for the annual lease. All voted aye upon call of the roll.

PRESENTATION Director Raleigh introduced Jason Stout, who provided an update for the Decatur Archery Club. Fees from the club’s 80 members help maintain the grounds and equipment. They host shooting events and safety events for community groups.

AIRPORT Gaitros Aviation, LLC has started marketing efforts to let pilots and airplane owners from all over the state know what services are offered. This may lead to more landings and take-offs from Decatur Airport.

OPERATIONS Park staff has been busy with snow removal efforts and winter projects.

The operating room at the Zoo is finished, including new bright lighting.

Due to a water leak, Snack Shack floors and walls were damaged. Staff is repairing the floor and walls, as well as completing general cleanup to be ready for summer opening.

GOLF Junior golf has concluded at the Indoor Golf Center.

Donors have been secured for the purchase of junior clubs for the Clubs for Kids program.

Rounds at the Indoor Golf Center have been slow due to the nice weather, but winter rounds at Scovill are up.

On March 1, all courses will open, weather permitting. The Indoor Golf Center will close on this day.

RECREATION & FACILITIES A Mommy & Son Play Night event will be held at the DISC on March 4. Moms can bring their 5-10 year-old boy(s) for a night of active play including rock wall climbing, inflatables, a photo booth, music and pizza.

The Father/Daughter Dinner and Dance was a huge success at Hickory Point on January 30. This popular event has sold out for the last several years. Staff may offer two evenings next year as there were approximately fifty phone calls for tickets after the event sold out.

Staff at Scovill Zoo have been busy with 2016 reservations for schools and tours. Opening day is April 2.

Registration has opened for youth baseball and softball. Over 50 kids have signed up so far.

The MidState Soccer Indoor 3v3 Futsal Tournament will be held at the DISC on February 27-28. There are 80 teams signed up.

The lacrosse clinic finished last weekend. Many hockey players are supporting the sport. Training and practices will begin on Tuesday evenings in March with the intent of branching out to league play.

ATTORNEY BOOTH An executive session is needed to consider collective bargaining negotiations and to review closed meeting minutes from the last six months of 2015.

COMMISSIONER COMMENTS

Commissioner Harrison recommended Air Choice One for trips to Chicago. The plane is comfortable and safe, and the ride was smooth. On Tuesday through Thursday, the fare is just $25 one way.

Commissioner Brilley made and Commissioner Harrison seconded a motion that the meeting adjourn. All voted aye, and the regular meeting adjourned at 12:40 p.m.

Commissioner Young made and Commissioner Harrison seconded a motion that the meeting move into closed session to consider collective bargaining negotiations and a review of closed meeting minutes from the last six months of 2015. All voted aye and the meeting moved into closed session at approximately 12:45 p.m.

When the Commissioners returned into open session, Commissioner Young made and Commissioner Harrison seconded a motion that the meeting adjourn. All Commissioners voted aye and the meeting adjourned at approximately 1:32 p.m.

/s/ Jack Kenny

President, Board of Park Commissioners

/s/ Amanda M. Childress

Secretary, Board of Park Commissioners