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Architecture and Engineering James H. Gibert Raymond Boudreaux
Concessions Waldemar S. Nelson R. Richardson King
Development Jerome P. Dickhaus Peggy Read
Executive William R. LeCorgne Fred M. Smith
Finance (Pension, Insurance) Fred M. Smith Blanche Comiskey
Golf J. Garic Schoen Thomas L. Wulff
Horticulture and Grounds Peggy Read Gerald E. Siefken I Legal (Legislative and Security Daniel Lund Joseph Sylvester
Public Relations Elliot C. Willard Jean 0' Keefe
Tennis Beau Bassich R. Richardson King
I r J NAMES: JAN. FEB. MAR. APRIL MAY JUNE JULY AUG. SEPT. OCT. NOV. DEC. Suzanne Bagert J J.+ E V (.J fPE F f/P/- Sidney Barthelemy /- {J Pt 2 !::(tAH A Pr AI- pp f' p I Beau Bassich P PI P P Pi' ro Raymond Boudreaux Pf E E p(/ P P P pp,.., Blanche Comiskey A P P r-: f'!' P P £" f P ~ Robert L. DeViney Ii II A HE-A,q f-l II Af-l4 Jerome P. Dickhaus £ f P r A f P P ~ P P p, Mike Early 7171 A HAft ~ AA Pr RIl James H. Gibert pgp P££.£FP PRf Milton F. Hilbert EPf [{ Pc P £ r'~r' James S. Janssen P r p P f- £P G t P (J f William H. Keener p If P £ P P P P P P A {J R. Richardson King (5 p p p P &- .p P P r p ~ George M. Leake A P P P PAP f P P P I- William R. LeCorgne p P P F j/ P f P f/ P P f Daniel Lund F P P P £ P E. P F &- /, ? Waldemar S. Nelson ppp pfffPPPPP I Jean O'Keefe A £ P P f' f f (J f' A 1£ E Robert A. Peyroux f5p P pfffTP!?PP Peggy Read i2PP fE-fpf 7pPP Janet Renaudin fJP A E r fJ f) £. (/ P j) P Mary Rogers p p f-' fi p jJ P /"'4 "'-. ) ~/~j'~- J. Garic Schoen PEPPfPEPPPP? Gerald E. Siefken P p P P p -f Ely? p P t' Fred M. Smith PEfP&'I{/rcPPf Frank J. Stich, Jr. PPEPPAP71PPPP Joseph T. Sylvester APPPP£~E£?£P Mark A. Tessier (J P f. 14 ItfP {1 PP/l-H Elliot C. Willard £ p /--. p P r= P h P P P P J. Barbee Winston pp £PfJPE~PPP Thomas L. Wulff H fJ t' P If A A p A/!£. P E. Howard Read P P P p, (~'1/'1/R5' \ I l~~~~--r-~-r-r-+-+--r-~4-~-
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OFFICERS
Robert A. Peyroux, President
William R. LeCorgne, 1st Vice-President
Fred M. Smith, 2nd Vice-President I Beau Bassich, Treasurer Joseph T. Sylvester, Secretary
William J. Rapp, General Manager
Joseph E. Bush, Jr., Assistant General Manager
Joseph H. Buscher, Administrator
I ;!-985 4 COMMITTEES BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
lCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING (BUSCHER, GOLF ('mOMAS, PERRY) BUSH) James H. Gibert, Chairman J. Garic Schoen, Chairman Raymond J. Boudreaux, Vice-Chairman 'lbomas L. Wulff, Vice-Chairman James S. Janssen Cnclm. Robert L. DeViney, Jr. George M. Leake Milton F. Hilbert, Jr. William R. LeCorgne William H. Keener, Jr. Gerald E. Siefken William R. LeCorgne Mrs. Michael H. O'Keefe CONCESSIONS (BENTON, DUNNE, BUSCHER) Robert A. Peyroux, Liaison
Waldemar S. Nelson, Chairman HORTICULTURE AND GROUNDS (BUSH) R. Richardson King, Vice-Chairman Cnclm. Sidney J. Barthelemy Mrs. Henry J. Read, Chairman Jerome P. Dickhaus Gerald E. Siefken, Vice-Chairman Mrs. William K. Rogers Raymond J. Boudreaux Elliot c. Willard James S. Janssen William R. LeCorgne, Liaison George M. Leake J. Barbee Winston DEVELOPMENT (RAPP) William R. LeCorgne, Liaison
erome P. Dickhaus, Chairman LEGAL (LEGISLATIVE & SECURITY) (RAPP, s. Henry J. Read, Vice-Chairman BUSCHER) l nclm. Sidney J. Barthelemy Daniel Lund, Chairman Cnclm. Mike Early Joseph T. Sylvester, Vice-Chairman Mrs. William S. Renaudin Frank J. Stich, Jr. Mark Tessier J. Barbee Winston Fred M. Smith, Liaison Fred M. Smith, Liaison
EXECUTIVE (RAPP, BUSCHER) PUBLIC RELATIONS (BUSCHER, DUNNE)
William R. LeCorgne, Chairman Elliot C. Willard, Chairman Fred M. Smith, Vice-Chairman Mrs. Michael H. O'Keefe, Vice-Chairman Beau Bassich Beau Bassich Daniel Lund Jerome P. Dickhaus Robert A. Peyroux Cnclm. Mike Early Joseph T. Sylvester James S. Janssen Mrs. William K. Rogers FINANCE (PENSION. INSURANCE) (BUSCHER, 'lbomas L. Wulff BENTON) Robert A. Peyroux, Liaison Fred M. Smith, Chairman Mrs. James A. Comiskey, Vice-Chairman TENNIS (REDDICKS, BENTON, MC CAFFERY) Beau Bassich Cnclm. Robert L. DeViney, Jr. Beau Bassich, Chairman R. Richardson King R. Richardson King, Vice-Chairman I Milton F. Hilbert, Jr. Mrs. James A. Comiskey William H. Keener, Jr. 'lbomas L. Wulff Mrs. William S. Renaudin William R. LeCorgne, Liaison Mark Tessier Robert A. Peyroux, Liaison 5
~EW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
I 1985
NAME TERM
James S. Janssen 4 years 2nd term James H. Gibert " " 2nd term Milton F. Hilbert " " William H. Keener, Jr. " " Thomas L. Wulff " "
Beau Bassich 3 years 2nd term Jerome P. Dickhaus " " Daniel Lund " " Mrs. William S. Renaudin " " Elliot C. Willard " " 2nd term
Robert A. Peyroux 2 years I Fred M. Smith " " Mrs. Henry J. Read " " Waldemar S. Nelson " " Frank J. Stich, Jr. " "
George M. Leake 1 year 2nd term William R. LeCorgne " " Joseph T. Sylvester " " J. Barbee Winston " " J. Garic Schoen " "
Raymond J. Boudreaux Annual - Friends 3rd term Mark Tessier Annual - Friends Mrs. William K. Rogers Annual - Friends 3rd term Mrs. James A. Comiskey Mayor's Term Mrs. Bernard J. Bagert Governor's Term Mrs. Michael H. O'Keefe Annual - Senate (3) Cnclm. Robert L. DeViney, Jr. Annual - Jeff. Parish Council (3) Cnclm. Sidney J. Barthelemy Annual - N.O. City council (3) Cnclm. Mike Early Annual - N.O. City council (3) I Gerald E. Siefken Annual - Speaker of House (3) R. Richardson King Annual - '!he Chamber (3) BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 1 9 8 .. ·~ CITY PARK _ORARY
Gerald L. Andrus Middle South Services, P. O. Box 61000 (70161) 529-5262
Ernest A. Carrere, Jr. . 28th Floor - 225 Baronne St. (70112) 581-6641 6505 oakland Drive (70118) 488-6936
Herman Farley 4319 Mandeville Street (70122) 282-2848
Fred D. Ketchum 3443 Esplanade Ave., Apt. 510 (70119) 821-0879
Harold C. Mauney 1129 Eleanore Street (70115) 891-7004
Richard A. Peneguy Room 2W23 City Hall (70112) 586-4216 2030 Jefferson Avenue (70115) 899-5998
G. Frank Purvis, Jr. 5501 Dayna Court (70124) 488-1027.
':lr1es ,L. Rivet 401 Civil Courts Bldg. 421 Loyola (70112) 586-0321
cy H. Sitges 2435 Pine Street (70125) 866-6203
EMERITUS
Warren H. A. Backer 72 2 Martin Behrman - Met., La • (70005) 837-8844 7441 canal Blvd. (70124) 288-3693
Ernest A. carrere, Jr. 28th Floor - 225 Baronne St. (70112) 581-6641 6505 Oakland Drive (70118) 488-6936
J. Randolph Gregson 210 Baronne Street - Suite 1151 (70112) 561-1138 2601 Camp Street (70130) 899-8619
Herbert Jahncke 630 Gravier (70130) 524-0661
Fred D. Ketchum 3443 Esplanade Ave •• Apt. 510 (70119) 821-0879
Harold C. Mauney 1129 Eleanore St. (70115) 891-7004
ard A. peneguy Room 2W23 City Hall (70112) 586-4216 2030 ·Jefferson Avenue n01l5) 899-5998 l• 'ncis A. Plough 2418 Joseph Street (70115) 866-6201 Charles L. Rivet 401 Civil Courts Bldg. 421 Loyola (70112) 586-0321 Edgar V. Schafer, Jr. 112 Grenadine, Met., LA (70005) 837-3974 1 17 I 1985
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
OF
NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NOMINATING COMMITTEE
(ELECTED FEBRUARY MEETING)
JAMES H. GIBERT 2nd TERM I WALDEMAR S. NELSON 1st TERM J. BARBEE WINSTON 1st TERM
FRANK J. STICH, JR. 1st TERM
J. GARIC SCliOEN 1st TERM
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CITY PARK BOARD MEMBERS
ON 'IHE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART
DATES DATES OF OF ELECTION EXPIRATION I WALDEMAR S. NELSON 1/1/83 12/31/85 1st TERM BEAUREGARD BASSICH 1/1/83 12/31/85 1st TERM
MRS. THEODORE BUCHANAN 1/1/84 12/31/86 1st TERM
MRS. HENRY J. READ 1/1/84 12/31/86 1st TERM
J. BARBEE WINSTON v 1/1/85 12/31/87 2nd TERM
FRED M. SMITH '- 1/1/85 12/31/87 1st TERM
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OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 December 21, 1983
CITY PARK OPERATING REVENUES AND EXPENSES Govermnent % of Total Operating City State Operating Operating Year Reverrues Appropriation Appropriation Revenues Expenses
1966 $ 597,165 $ 260,000 $ 43% $ 599,8Ti 1967 691,303 305,350 44 687,835 1968 674,593 285,000 42 668,585 1969 659,394 234,174 35 651,27E 1970 698,483 234,900 33 731,45f 1971 831,126 236,750 28 832,19E 72 864,531 240,000 27 881,951 901,839 240,000 26 929,045 1,062,590 285,000 26 l,059,73C 5 1,143,663 293,978 26 l,133,90E 76 1,163,199 251,248 21 1,240,99f 1977 1,481,559 345,298 23 1,434,48:; 1978 1,546,529 382,000 24 1,521,14~ 1979 1,556,890 425,624 27 1,563,60: 1980 1,690,331 372,000 22 l,674,02C 1981 2,220,700 372,000 500,000 39 2,220,70C 1982 2,206,700 372,000 300,000 30 2,206,70C 1983 2,461,100 350,000 282,000 25 2,451,10C 1984 2,930,500 600,000 250,000 29 2,930,50C 1985 2,981,800 350,000 254,000 20 2,981,80C
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888
NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK EMPLOYMENT LEVELS
Number of Employees
170 166 160
'50
1140 139
130 124 122 120 119 116 115 110
100
90
1977 1978 1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984
I NOTE: THE ABOVE EMPLOUMENT NUMBERS WERE TAKEN FROM THE MONTH OF AUGUST (1977 - 1984).
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CITY PARK I 'roTAL OPERATING BUDGET % 1983 1984 1985 of Budget Budget Budget Total
CITY APPROPRIATION 350,000 350,000 350,000 11. 7
S~TE APPROPRIATION 282,000 250,000 254,000 8.5 REVENUE FROM OPERATIONS 1.829,100 2,080,500 2,377,800 79.8
TOTAL REVENUES 2,461.100 2,680.500 2,981.800 10(),,"
PAYROLL ITEMS 1,600,200 1,658,100 1,809,200 60.9 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 279,900 324,000 334,200 11.4 UTILITIES 107,200 182,900 150,600 5.0 UTO, TRUCK AND 'IRACTOR 91,000 80,900 67,100 2.2 I DMINI S 'IRA TIVE 200,900 208,600 186,000 6.2 O'IHER 23,500 23,600 37,000 1.2 NEW EQUIPMENT 23,000 49,600 25,000 .8 TRANSFER TO WISNER RESERVE 36,900 44,100 48,450 1.6 MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS 63,500 43,100 98,850 3.3 REPAYMENT OF LOAN - CARTS -0- -0- 92,700 3.1 REPAYMENT OF LOAN - CART SHED -0- -0- 43,400 1.4
TRANSFER 'ro CITY PARK FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE -0- 21,000 21,000 .7 PAYMENT TO PARK AMUSEMENTS, INC. -0- -0- 20,000 .6
TRANSFER 'ro "FRIENDS" BO~CAL GARDEN 35,000 44,600 48,300 1.6
TOTAL EXPENDITURES 2,461,100 2,680,500 2,981.800 I CITY PARI< , PARK OPERATIONS
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
CITY APPROPRIATION 350,000 350,000 350,000 STATE APPROPRIATION 282,000 250,000 254,000
TOTAL 632,000 600,000 604,000
PAYROLL ITEMS 772,400 784,200 810,000
REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 101,300 131,800 126,500 ITILITES 32,000 51,300 45,500 UTO, tRUCK AND tRACTOR 55,500 55,500 38,900 ADMINIStRATIVE 67,200 67,400 62,800 OTHER 4,000 2,300 2,000 NEW EQUIPMENT 10,000 -0- 20,000 MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS 48,500 32,000 51.850
'IOTAL 1.090,900 1.124,500 1.157,550
NET ( 458,900) ( 524,500) ( 553,500)
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CITY PARK , GOLF BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
GREEN FEES 799,300 822,900 794,800 CART FEES 147,000 65,000 MERCHANDISE SALES COMMISSION 18,200 10,400 LOCKERS 5,100 5,100 5,200
TOTAL 969,600 903,400 800,000 tAYR= 508,400 518,800 557,000 EPA IRS AND MAINTENANCE 114,700 114,700 114,700 UTILITIES 50,300 62,300 44,500
AUTO, '!RUCK & '!RACTOR 31,100 24,000 27,400 ADMINIS'IRATIVE 72,300 73,600 60,000 OTHER 500 300 -0- NEW EQUIPMENT 10,000 -0- 5,000 MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS 10,000 -0- 22,000
TOTI\.L 797,300 793,700 830,600
NET 172,300 109,700 (30,600) I 11
CITY PARK , GOLF ~RTS BUDGET
1984 1985 Budget Budget
REVENUE 250,000 500,000
PAYROLL 28,000 103,500 REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 5,000 10,200 UTILITIES 13,000 22,400 ADMINISTRATIVE 4,300 11,000 O'lHER - TRANSFER TO HENRY 'lHOMAS 2,000 24,000 QUIPMENT-REPAYMENT OF LOAN-CARTS 48,600 92,700 t JOR IMPROVEMENT-REPAYMENT OF LOAN-CART SHED 11.100 43,400
TOTAL 112,000 307,200
NET 138,000 192,800
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CITY PARK I GOLF DRIVING RANGE BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
BUCKET SALES 255,100 281.100 281.100
PAYROLL 93,700 95,100 102,400 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 18,800 24,800 24,800 UTILITIES 6,800 9,500 9,600 AUTO, TRUCK AND 'lRACTOR 4,000 1,000 400 Ar:MINIS'lRATIVE 20,000 24,500 17,000 0'IHER - BALLS 16,000 16,000 8,000 1NEW EQUIPMENT -0- -0- -0-
'l'O'I2\L 159,300 170,900 162,200
NET REVENUE 95,800 110,200 118,900 REVENUE - OLD RANGE (22,000) (22,000) (22,000) DIVIDE BY 2 73,800 88,200 96,900 'lRANSFER - WISNER RESERVE 36,900 44,100 48,450 NET TO CITY PARK 58,900 66,100 70,450
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CITY PARK I TENNIS BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
COURT FEES 149,800 145,300 145,300 LOCKERS 1,100 1,000 1,000 PRO SHOP -0- -0- 5,000
TOTAL 150,900 146,300 151, 300
PAYROLL ITEMS 72,900 73,700 73,100 tEPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 14,600 14,600 15,000 TILITES 10,600 17,200 14,600 AUTO, 'lRUCKAND TRACTOR -0- -0- -0- ADMINISTRATIVE 20,000 16,400 13,200 O'lHER -0- -0- -0- NEW EQUIPMENT -0- -0- -0- MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS 5,000 -0- 25,000
TOTAL 123,100 121,900 140,900
NET 27,800 24,400 10,400
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CITY PARK I BOO TI CULTURE & GROUNDS BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
REVENUES -0- 7,900 10,000
TOTAL -0- 7,900 10,000
PAYROLL 83,500 86,800 86,900 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 13,500 13,500 7,700 UTILITES -0- 600 600 TRACTOR 400 400 400 IU'l'O' TRUCK AND DMINI S TRA TIVE 10,100 10,300 6,800 '!HER -0- -0- -0- NEW EQUIPMENT -0- -0- -0- 'IRANSFER TO BOTANICAL GARDEN 35,000 44,600 48,300
TOTAL 142,500 156,200 150,700
NET (142,500) (148,300) (140,700)
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CITY PARK I S'l2\.DIUM BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
TAD GORMLEY 47,200 60,200 68,000 PAN AMERICAN 15,700 20,500 25,000
TO'l2\.L 62,900 80,700 93,000
PAYROLL 43,300 45,300 49,700 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 14,300 16,600 32,000 UTILITES 7,500 28,600 13,000 IAUTO, '!RUCK AND 'IRACTOR -0- -0- -0- ADMINISTRATIVE 8,100 8,200 7,000 O'lHER -0- -0- -0- NEW EQUIPMENT -0- -0- -0- MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS -0- -0- -0-
TO'l2\.L 73,200 98,700 101,700
NET (10,300) (18,000 ) ( 8,700)
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CITY PARK I BOATING, FISHING & BICYCLES BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
BOATING, FISHING & BICYCLE RENmL 82,500 85,000 85,000
PAYROLL 26,000 26,200 26,600 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 2,700 3,000 3,300 UTILITIES -0- 400 400 AUTO, TRUCK AND TRACTOR -0- -0- -0- ADMINISTRATIVE 3,200 3,900 5,200 IOlHER 3,000 3,000 3,000 NEW EQUIPMENT 3,000 1,000 -0- MAJOR IMPROVEMENTS -0- -0- -0-
TOTAL 37,900 37,500 38,500
NET 44,600 47,500 46,500
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CITY PARK CONCESSIONS & MISCELLANEOUS INCOME I BUDGET
1983 1984 1985 Budget Budget Budget
CITY PARK FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE 120,000 130,000 160,000 PARK AMUSEMENT RIDES -0- -0- 145,000 CONCESSION CONTRACTS 81,400 78,400 43,000 MARCONI MEADOW 40,000 35,000 30,000 SHELTER RENTALS ·13,900 14,500 17,400 BASEBALL 27,800 33,200 24,000 INTEREST INCOME -0- 30,000 30,000 MISCELLANEOUS 25,000 5,000 8,000 lroTAL 308,100 326,100 457,400
AOOINISTRATIVE -0- -0- 3,000 TRANSFER ro CITY PARK FOOD & BEVERAGE SERVICE -0- 21,000 21,000 PAYMENT ro PARK AMUSEMENTS -0- -0- 20,000
roTAL -0- 21.000 44,000
NET 308.100 305,100 413,400
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January 7, 1985
PARK STATISTICS
As of 12/31/84
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D.
Daily Green Fees North 1,756 1,136 24,624 26,613 South 2,001 576 17,185 17,184 East 1,328 805 18,972 20 588 West 1,993 1,663 29,714 31,479 Discount $5.00 2,806 o 5,110 o
th1Y Golf Tickets 102 129 1,753 1,672 nual Gol f Ti.ckets o o 130 133 f Cart Rentals - 18 Hole 3,581 o 13,183 o I 9 Hole 548 o 2,203 o Driving Range - Buckets 6,055 4,057 104,237 107,853
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 1,132 631 25,110 25,677
Softball Games - Day 9 o 874 729 Night o o 94 122
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 74 24 1,641 1,806 Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 180 76 3,256 3,494 II II 1 Hour 156 58 3,779 3,721 Ski ffs - 1 Hour 159 67 4,334 4,114 Canoes - 1 Hour 148 43 2,583 3,175 Canoes - Scout Island o o 1,396 o
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 255 79 8,066 9,063 " " " Youth 85 22 2,707 2,834 " Annual Pass 1 o 38 37 ,Canoe Fishing o o 90 o
l'AHK AREA, 1500 ACRES ARD~~"COMMISSIONERS • NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION r NEW ORLEANS. LOl:JSIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 January 8, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR JANUARY 15, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: Administration Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of December 18, 1984 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. Election of Officers for 1985.
12. New Business.
13. Adjournment. ,
PARK ARE,~. ·1500 Ar:RES A~~?F COMMISSIONERS • NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION r NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 701 l\l. PHONE (504) 482-4888 January 8, 1985
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Actual Budget Variance
Total Park Revenue $246,808 $132,282 $114,526 Total Park Expenses 252,884 270,441 17,557
Net Margin ~( 6,076) (~138, 159) ~132, 083
Year to date deficit November $ (25,366) December Variance 132,083 End of Year SurElus $ 106,717
An analysis of Park Statistics for the month of December indicates very clearly how superior the patron utilization was during the last I month of 1984 when compared to those of any preceding year. Statistics show that during December 1984:
1. 9884 gOlfers paid green fees compared to 4180 during December 1983. (An increase in play of over 100%)
2. 4129 golf carts were rented, which surpasses the total carts rented during any previous month.
3. 6055 buckets of balls were sold at the driving range; this surpasses the December 1983 total by 2000 buckets. (An increase of nearly 50%)
4. Tennis court utilization of 1132 rented hours exceeds December 1983 by 501 hours. (An increase of 79.4%)
5. 74 hours of bike rentals surpassed December 1983 totals by 200%.
6. 643 boats were rented this December compared to 244 during last December. (An increase of 164%) , 7. Fishing tickets for both adults and youths more than tripled the usage during December 1983.
PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES ~~~ OF COMMISSIONERS • NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION f NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 . January 8, 1985
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Just as it is positioned on the calendar, December was the month we were waiting for all year long!
During the last week of December, New Orleans City Park hosted the Sugar Bowl Tennis Classic. With the cooperation of the weather the tournament was deemed a huge success. Now in its 51st year the Classic has been held at City Park for the last 29 years.
The winter work force of the Park was utilized during December to clean and paint the Golf complex, and assist in preparation of the Tennis Center for the Sugar Bowl Classic.
Funding from the City of New Orleans for 1985 is no longer tenuous. City Park has been fully reinstated in the City's operating budget for $350,000. The councilmen responsible for City Park's funding were Sidney Barthelemy, Mike Early, Bryan Wagner, Lambert I Boissiere Jr., and Wayne Babovich. The management of City Park is very thankful for the efforts displayed by these individuals for their support in funding City Park in the 1985 City Budget.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted,
~~.~ Jdh. :..-J i?tr Joseph H. Buscher William J. Rapp Administrator General Manager , JHB!WJR!dz
PARK AREA, 150U ACRES _ARD OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION f NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119.I'HONE (504) 482-4888 January 8, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
December was a super month for City Park. The unseasonably warm weather was the main reason for a tremendous increase in utilization of revenue departments by park patrons.
Not only was the year-to-date financial deficit eliminated, but City Park actually ended fiscal year 1984 with a large surplus in operating funds. The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for selected operating departments is as follows:
Revenue of December
Favorable I Category Actual Budget ( Unfavorable) Golf Course $63,568 $38,000 $ 25,568 Golf Cart Rentals 39,426 20,000 19,426 Golf Driving Range 15,114 12,600 2,514 Tennis 9,774 8,700 1,074 Horticulture 406 200 206 Stadium Rentals 2,580 3,300 ( 720) * Concessions & Miscellaneous 83,222 18,315 64,907 Boating & Fishing 3,552 2,000 1,552
* Footnote: Transfer of quarterly funds for Food and Beverage operations.
Tbtal Park Revenues of $246,808 exceeded budget by $114,526, while operating expenses were less than budget by $17,557. The favorable variances in both revenue and expense resulted in Park operations reversing its financial status from a deficit situation to a $106,717 surplus. , The analysis of December's financial operations is as follows:
PARK AREA, 1500 Ar:RES MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held I on Tuesday, the Fifteenth Day of January, 1985, commencing at 4:04 P.M.
The President called the meeting to order, noting that a quorum was present.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Mr. Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bassich, Boudreaux, Gibert, Janssen, Keener, King, LeCorgne, Nelson, Read, Renaudin, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich, Tessier and Winston.
ABSENT: Commissioners Bagert, Barthelemy, Comiskey, DeViney, Early, Leake, O'Keefe, Sylvester and Wulff.
EXCUSED: Commissioners Dickhaus, Hilbert, Lund and Willard.
The President introduced new Board member, Mr. Tessier, and guests Ms. Bev Church of Friends, and Mr. Mark Stewart.
The President called for approval of the December 18, 1984 minutes. A motion was made by Mr. Gibert that the minutes be approved as written, which was seconded by Mr. Bassich, put to a vote and I carried. The President stated that the General Manager's report had been distributed. It was moved, seconded and duly carried that the report be accepted as circulated.
No Communications.
REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS:
First Vice President - No Report.
Second Vice President - No Report.
Secretary - Absent.
Treasurer reported that the monthly report had been distributed. It was moved, seconded and duly carried that the report be received and filed.
REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the committee met and advised of the following. A letter was received from the Children's Museum requesting approval of a 5' 4 "x 11 '4" sign , on the site. Mr. Gibert moved that this one sign be approved in lieu of two smaller signs previously requested, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried. - 2 -
A letter was sent to the Chairman of the NOMA Expansion Committee confirming the Park Board's action on the expansion site. .--1 Mr. Gibert reported that more leaks have developed in the golf cart shed addition and a letter will be sent to the contracted consultant. No change in status on the electrical extra or termite claim.
RTA bus stops are reported under repair; painting to be directed by committee.
Due to no funds available for bidding, the Louisiana World Exposition auction was not attended by staff.
Mr. Gibert reported that Mr. Backer has indicated his interest in repositioning the Backer sundial financially supporting this project for a more exposed location.
Mr. Gibert reported that plans were submitted for review to double the stable capacity. It was suggested that the plans add character to enhance the building.
An improvements sign sketch for Bayou St. John was presented to the committee for approval •. Mr. Gibert moved that the green sign with· white letters be erected during the term of the project work which was seconded by Mr. Winston, put to a vote and carried.
The Land and Water Fund grant application for shelter renovation can be extended and expanded to achieve playground equipment in the immediate area of the remodeled shelters. Mr. Gibert recommended I immediate action to accomplish additional grant.
Mr. Gibert recommended that fencing of the amusement rides as a continuation of the Storyland fencing be approved. He put this in the form of a motion, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried.
CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that City Park Food and Beverage Service had excellent business in December with net revenues more than $11,000; that sales in the Golf Club Restaurant and Casino were double expectation; and the Shop in the Park showed a net revenue of over $1,000 for the first time.
At the recommendation of the committee Mr. Nelson moved that the rental fee for the Casino Building in 1985 be set at $600 per event with a $200 discount if City Park Food and Beverage Service catered the event. The motion was seconded by Mr. Schoen, put to a vote and carried.
Mr. Nelson reported that lease has been signed with Park Amusements, Inc. for City Park to take over operation of all amusement rides and , the miniature train as of January 1, 1985 and inspection, renovation and maintenance of the rides is underway to place them in top condi- tion for a spring opening. - 3 -
A single bid was received from the Louisiana Children's Museum at the specified minimum in response to City Park's advertisement for lease of space on Marconi. Mr. Nelson moved that the bid be ac cepted and the lease executed, which was seconded by Mr. Stich, I put to' a vote and carried. Mr. Nelson reported that boating, fishing and bike operations were excellent in December, bringing the total net revenue for 1984 to $42,000. Combined with total net revenue from concessions in 1984 this brings the total of self-generated net revenue to $398,000.
Marketing activities are planned to cover all of the concessions and recreational opportunities in general.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - There was no committee meeting; however, Mr. Rapp advised the Board of recent funding accomplishments and added that the Park was doing much better in generating operating funds than in the past, along with obtaining the most extensive capital funding program in over 30-40 years. He felt the community should be told what the Park has done and show the improvements made. He further urged the Board, staff and Friends to become more vocal in exclaiming the Park's accomplishments. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Mr. Smith reported that the committee met and reviewed the year end financial report noting the Park completed the year with a net operating surplus of $106,700, due to excellent weather in December and the cost cutting measures implemented by staff. I Mr. Smith moved that the freezing of $78,000 in capital expenditures be relieved, as follows, and to use the $106,700 surplus to fund other projects: Golf Equipment, $23,600; Renovate Tad Gormley Restrooms, $22,100; Tree surgery, $10,000; Handicap Access, $4,500; Tennis Im provement, $6,400; additional tree surgery, $10,000; boating improve ments, $1,600; Total - $78,200. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried.
Mr. Smith moved that the $106,700 1984 surplus be used as follows: Playground equipment for shelters nos. 1 & 5, $15,000; Playground equipment for Casino area, $20,000; Fencing amusement rides area, $16,100; City Park Food and Beverage Service, $15,000; Providing additional paved area to the space in the rear of the golf clubhouse, $5,000; Golf equipment, $5,000; Insurance Expense, $17,000; Handi capped Access, $3,500; Storyland, $10,000; Total - $106,700. The motion was seconded, put to a vote and duly carried.
GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that the golf clubhouse was being refurbished. Complaints have been received regarding the new rate schedule.
Mr. Schoen stated that a new era in golf begins, with the new carts, new signs and advertisements in the newspaper. 60 tournaments have been scheduled for this year with deposits being requested for the , number of players. - 4 -
Due to the purchasing of new equipment, Mr. Schoen requested the A&E Committee to make a study on where an equipment building could be located at the driving range. The President remarked on the fine fashion in which the golf carts I were administered, adding that a careful inspection was performed both when the carts were issued and returned, and ultimate damages being paid for by the individual renting the cart.
HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that the tree trimming work performed by the Davey Tree Co. is now completed.
Wildflowers have been seeded southeast of baseball diamond *1; petunias will be planted at Beauregard Circle about March 15; and birch trees and ground cover in the triangle are planned.
For Arbor Day, January 29, the Friends have a landscaping plan for Bayou St. John from Esplanade to DeSaix.
LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - No Report.
TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported on parking problems in the tennis courts/Storyland Area; and the repairing of laykold courts.
MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No Report.
FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that 697 volunteer hours were contributed in December. I Tree planing on the west bank of Bayou St. John will take place on January 29, 1985, Arbor Day, with trees being donated from various agencies.
Storyland bids were received in early January. Negotiations will commence with the low bidder, Commercial Renovations.
Ms. Church, a member of Friends, stated that Mr. Schwegmann will print on his grocery bags an application for the public to make donations for the renovation of Storyland.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Mr. LeCorgne moved that, after conferring with the Nominating Com mittee, Mr. Schafer, who retired after nineteen years, become an emeritus member. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried.
An election for the Nominating Committee will take place at the February meeting. Of the five present members, only Mr. Gibert is eligible for renomination. The following four are not eligible: , Janssen, Sylvester, Smith and LeCorgne. ------30 - 5 -
Due to Mardi Gras falling on the third Tuesday of the month, I the next board meeting has been rescheduled for February 26, 1985.
APPROVED:
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TREASURERS REPORT
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
JANUARY 31, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance December 31, 1985 $ 52,500.58 Receipts month of January, 1985 232,378.92 Proceeds from sale U.S. Treasury Bill 50,000.00 Transfer of funds Wisner Account 6,188.15 I Sub-total $ 341,067.65 Di sbur sement s :
Checks Nos. 5273 thru 5384 $ 336,764.31 Loan Repayment - cart shed 5,988.07 Loan Repayment - carts 7,505.65
Sub-total $ 350, 258.03
Balance January 31, 1985 $ ( 9,190. 38)
other Cash:
Payroll account 6,672.72 Petty cash account 2,590.90 , Tbta1 cash on hand & in banks January 31, 1985 $ 73.24
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MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR FEBRUARY 26, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of January 15, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Election of Nominating Committee. , 13. Adjournment.
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Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
January was a very cold month for the New Orleans area and it seemed that every cold front timed its arrival on the weekends.
Naturally, statistics and revenue for the month of January were lower than budget for most park services. The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for selected operating departments is as follows:
Revenue of January
Category Actual Budget Variance I 'Ibtal Park $277,740 $280,739 $ (2,999) Golf Course 96,328 87,800 8,528 Golf Cart Rentals 18,119 25,000 (6,881) Golf Driving Range 11,124 12,600 (1,476) Tennis 8,068 10,600 (2,532) Stadium Rentals 300 500 ( 200) Concessions 7,898 7,800 98 Boating and Fishing 2,164 3,000 ( 836)
'Ibtal City Park Operating Revenues of $277,740 were under budget by $2,999, while total operating expenses of $232,657 were under budget by $5,306. The favorable variance in operating expense allowed City Park to start the new year with a slight budget surplus of $2,307.
The cold weather did not inhibit golf operations as noticeably as other areas of the park were affected. Nearly 1,000 more rounds of golf were played in January 1985 than during the same period the previous year. The South Course, which is the shortest course, not only experienced more golfing activity than any of the Park's four courses, but the play on the South Course exceeded prior year play by 66%. The golfers special was again very popular, as over , 1,435 golfers took advantage of the discounted tiCkets for play after 11:00 a.m.
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Another very noticeable item was the increase in sale of annual golf passes. During the month of January 176 annual passes were sold. This exceeds prior year sales by 52, a 42% increase, and is attributable to two factors: 1) increased advertising of City Park fees, and 2) slightly higher daily fees put into effect January 1, 1985.
Although both golf cart rentals and the driving range experienced increases in activity over January of the previous year, neither area met budget expectations.
Nearly all other areas of the Park experienced decreased activity from January 1984. Tennis court rentals were down by 50% from the previous year.
Howard Rogillio, agent for the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries, has informed the Park that our lagoons will definetly I be stocked this spring with largemouth and Florida Hybrid Black Bass. This news should stir interest and enthusiasm among the anglers in our community.
The stocking program as established by the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries will greatly help our Park. Without the aid of this department our internal management system cannot pro duce enough fish to adequately supply the heavy demand placed upon us by local patrons.
The area of City Park proposed for construction of the base ball quadraplex is currently receiving some 100,000 yards of land fill. The soil, which tests at having an 85% sand content, is the donation of local truck broker, Joe Tafaro.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself. I Respectfully 2:t!fr:::::L- William J Administrator General Manager JHB/WJR/dz PARK AREA, ISOO Ar.RES 'au.'" OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
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Driving Range Site. These events included Creative World Travel's Mardi Gras Rally for RV campers, John Thrasher RV Event, 4th Annual March of Dimes Walk America, the 3rd Annual Kool City Jam, W.Y.L.D. Radio Family Day in City Park and District Attorney Harry Connick's Picnic, Mayor's Picnic, WRNO Kite Flying Event, company picncis by Sheraton Hotel, New Orleans Street Rod Association, Tulane Medical School, Popeyes, Victory Assembly, Boh Brothers, Radio Phone, N.O.R.D., Hilton Hotel Telephone Pioneers, and a religious revival. The above events were attended by in excess of 100,000 visitors. Total net revenue to the park generated from these events exceeded $50,000.
Tad Gormley Stadium featured several special events in 1984. The largest and most notable was the Bud Super fest. This event was attended by approximately 16,000 people and total net profits to the park exceeded $20,000. Again, this concert was held with I no significant public complaint. This was the result of planning and cooperation among the park staff, the promoters and the New Orleans Police Department. There was one other concert at Gormley Stadium in 1984 attended by approximately 6,000 people and it netted a total of over $13,000 to the park. Finally, the Wally Byam caravan Recreation Vehicle Rally 'was again held at Tad Gormley during the Mardi Gras season.
1984 was the first time in 3 years in which a major rock con cert (i.e. 30,000 attendance) was not held at Tad Gormley Stadium. The promoters (i.e. Beaver Productions) of the last several major rock concerts at Tad Gormley Stadium stated that high local taxes were the major reason why more concerts were not being booked at the stadium. It should be noted that "Foreigner," the featured act of a 1982 concert which drew over 30,000 people to Tad Gormley Stadium, has concert dates in both Biloxi and Baton Rouge this Spring but not in New Orleans. Again, areas with a moderate local tax structure are taking business away from New Orleans and City Park.
Athletic events played at City Park facilities during 1984 I included:
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PARK STATISTICS
As of 1/31/85
CUrrent Last Year Monthly Monthly
Daily Green Fees North 749 1,131 South 1,065 641 East 609 726 West 968 1,340 Discount $5.00 1,435
Monthly Golf Tickets 97 83 Annual Golf Tickets 176 124 Golf cart Rentals - 18 Hole 1,613 1,121 I 9 Hole 354 375
Driving Range - Buckets 4,513 4,230
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 615 1,240
Softball Games - Day 37 27 Night 1 5
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 12 64 Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 28 77 II It _ 1 Hour 46 84 Ski ffs - 1 Hour 66 109 Canoes - 1 Hour 52 66 Canoes - Scout Island o o
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 107 148 " " " Youth 44 50 " Annual Pass 15 9 I Canoe Fishing o o
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Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
The annual report for calendar year 1984 is as follows:
1984 was a year that presented repeated challenges to the management and staff of New Orleans City Park. An unfavorable amusement tax coupled with the opening of the New Orleans World's Fair, resulted in increased competition for the amusement dollar and a reduction of revenues to the Park.
Although revenues were under budget from spring to fall, management's intensive efforts to reduce expenses and increase operating efficiency will benefit the Park for years to come.
The monthly budget deficit which peaked in August at $110,000 I was slowly chipped away. The unseasonally warm weather of December, coupled with the mandated curtailing of expenses throughout the year, allowed City Park to not only eliminate the deficit situation but actually end the year with a surplus of $106,700.
The highlights for 1985 are as follows:
I. OPERA TIONS:
Total Revenue
The park's self-generated revenues of $1,991,141 in 1984 increased by $210,000 over the previous year while government funding for operations of $590,466 decreased by $45,000 from 1983 to 1984. Specifically, city funding for operations remained the same and state funding for operations decreased by $44,500 from 1983 levels. Revenues from concessions reached record highs as self-generated funds climbed to 77% of the total operations budget.
Special Event s I There were a number of special events held in the park during 1984. The great majority of these events took place at the Old
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TAD GORMLEY STADIUM (1984) PAN AMERICAN STADIUM (1984)
Football games: Football games: Regular game s 52 " Regular games 27 _ c: Playoff games ~ Playoff game ....l 'Ibtal 54 'Ibtal 28 Junior High 13 :1'1 Track Meets 16 Middle School ....§.,; 'Ibtal
Soccer games n.. I'
TOTAL FOOTBALL GAMES PLAYED IN BO'IH PAN AMERICAN I AND TAD GORMLEY STADIUMS 103 It is significant to note that high school football playoff games were played in both Park Stadiums during 1984. This marked the first appearance in several years for playoff activity in City Park. The reason for City Park receiving such games is the fact that the New Orleans Super dome increased fees charged for prep sport s a s follows:
single games $2,500 $9,000 doubleheaders $4,000 $11,000
Food and Beverage
1984 was a year of significant improvements and changes for City Park's Food and Beverage concessions. The most dramatic innovation was the catering department established by the new management of the food service. The first major function of the year was the U.S.F.&G. Pro Golfer's party held in March at the casino. This is a large event which brings the park additional , revenue in various forms and which will be held at the casino again in 1985. other major groups holding parties in the park last year, and using the park's own catering services, were Tulane
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Medical Alumni, General Aviation, Ben Bagert's political office, Tulane Medical Center and the American Banker's Association. The last two groups were 2,000 and 400 people respectively, and gen erated more than $13,000 in catering revenue. Total catering sales were up 150% over the previous year, $62,100 compared to $24,100 in 1983.
other important achievements of 1984 include the strong stadia sales and the successful upgrading of the general image and quality of the Casino. We look forward to 1985 being the most successful ever for the park's food concessions.
City Park's four golf courses received about 3,000 more rounds of play in 1984 than during the previous year. Although , monthly comparisons lagged behind 1983 totals for most of the year, promotional and marketing efforts, coupled with the closing of the World's Fair and very favorable weather, accounted for tremendous golfing activity during November and December.
There were 103 private tournaments played in City Park during 1984. Such tournaments are sponsored by various universities, religious organizations, social clubs, and numerous corporations. These tournaments coupled with the active support of our 23 golf clubs are vital to the overall operation of City Park.
The First Annual Tournament of Friends was held during 1984. Mr. Howard Read, Tournament Chairman, and his committee did an outstanding job in coordinating the event which netted over $40,000. All funds from this tournament are dedicated to the improvement of the City Park Golf Courses.
In September the park began self-operation of the golf cart rentals. Prior to starting operations, an addition to the cart shed was constructed and a new fleet of carts was purchased. These capital investments together with a significant upgrading in management of the cart facility resulted in a tremendous improve , ment in the quality of service rendered to the golfing patrons. Reports from the golfers have all been highly complimentary of this operation. The financial results from the last four months of
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operation indicate that self-operation will yield substantially greater revenue to the park than the prior concessionaire arrangement.
Tennis
City Park Tennis enjoyed a very good year during 1984. Although the overall play was slightly less than the previous period, the tennis center had a net margin that was 50% over budget and 18% above 1983.
The City Park Tennis Center annually hosts several major tournaments. A brief description of the top events follows:
New Orleans Oilman's Tennis Championships - one of the pre miere corporate tennis events of the year. Over 600 participants , highlighted by lavish food and bar. This tournament is second to none.
National Collegiate Sugar Bowl - sponsored by Coca Cola and part of the collegiate grand prix. Participants from over 30 division NCAA Schools.
U.S.T.A. League Play - sponsored by MiChelob Light. Part of the National U.S.T.A. League Men and Women from area clubs compete for state regional and national titles.
New Orleans Commercial Tennis League - teams compete for local championships.
New Orleans Interscholastic Tennis League - local High SChools (25 or more) compete for team championships.
New Orleans Public SChool Tennis Program - excellent tennis program for all middle, Junior and Senior New Orleans SChools.
Boating and Fishing , Boating and fishing continued to evidence growing popularity with gross revenues of $81,800 and net profits of $42,200 in 1984.
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The park's annual fiShing rodeo was again very successful with 1,418 contestants. Last year the park opened the Scout Island Boat Landing to allow access in canoes to "nature-type" areas of City Park. This operation was well received by park patrons and was moderately successful financially.
Personnel
The park's work force increased during the year to 119 employees. The increase in personnel was mainly attributable to management's assumption of the golf cart rental operation • • City Park employees have not experienced a cost of living increase since September 1, 1981. Deserving employees, excluding management, continued to receive small annual merit increases , through civil service. Security
Park Security Officers assigned to vehicle patrol within the confines of the park work 8 hour shifts covering the park on a 24 hour basis. Due to limited manpower, one officer is assigned to the car on most shifts. On weekends and busy holidays two officers are assigned when manpower is available.
Routine duties consist of the following:
Patrol throughout the park Assist NOPD within park boundaries Citizens complaints Courier trips Periodic check of fishing permits and golf tiCkets Guard duty at the Golf Clubhouse and Casino Building Pick up cash receipts and deliver to park office Issue citations as noted on the attached annual report
TWo vehicles are available, however, one is on loan from NOPD , and can be taken back at any given time. Park security was responsible for 62 total arrests, issuance of 364 summons and 1,058 parking tiCkets and logged over 54,000 miles while patrolling all areas of the Park. See City Park
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Police Yearly Report attached.
Marketing/Public Relations
City Park received much positive media exposure during 1984. The park has begun an earnest effort to improve public image by informing the general public of its enormous resources and the continuing improvement in the diverse services the park offers.
Some of the noteworthy marketing achievements were two full one hour Television features; 1) "Feedba.ck" featuring Bill Rapp and Peggy Read, consisting of general discussion on City Park and its future, 2) "Fishing Anyone" featuring Joe Buscher, 'Ibm Dunne, Cecil Doiron and Joe Bush, highlighting bass fishing, canoeing and showcasing the natural beauty of the park. other Television news spots included coverage of Storyland, the Green Team, , 'Iburnament of Friends and the Lark in the Park. City Park also received many positive articles in the local newspaper and received over 16 hours of air time on various radio talk shows.
Development
The most extensive capital improvements program in a great many years is underway in City Park resulting from capital funds derived from city, state, federal and private sources. Altogether, about $3 million of capital construction has either begun or is in planning. This program contrasts to a program of zero capital funds in recent park history.
City Park has begun a momentum that can result in even greater capital funding accomplishments in the next several years. The park can capitalize on its newly discovered funding success by demonstrating high quality capital improvements and by using the resources of its large Board and management staff to exclaim its successes throughout the community. , City Park has been down for such a long time that it may be difficult for us to switch gears and begin talking proudly of improvements in both facilities and operations, but this type of internal pride and marketing is considered essential to continued funding success. PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES u.n.",,"", OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
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II. CAPITAL PROJECTS
The most notable capital improvement in City Park in 1984 was the construction of an addition to the golf cart storage area and the purchase of 150 new golf carts. This construction project and golf cart fleet purchase were made possible by two loans totaling $445,000 from the F.N.B.C. Both of these loans were made at interest rates substantially below F.N.B.C.'s prime since interest income earned by F.N.B.C. on a loan to the park is tax exempt due to the park's status as a government agency. This new avenue of financing capital projects enhances the park's ability to construct and operate revenue producing facilities. The park staff is anxious to explore the possibility of new revenue producing facilities financed through a banking insti tution. , The other major capital improvement to City Park in 1984 was the renovation of 5 park picnic shelters. This $200,000 project was funded by the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund matching $100,000 in funds contribute~ by the City of New Orleans. This project included installation of stainless steel plumbing fixtures, the placement of steel bars on all doors and windows, upgrading all lighting and electrical fixtures, the installation of ceramic tile on the interior walls and floors and painting all shelters. This project was the park's number one capital priority and the staff anticipates high acclaim from park patrons using this facility.
Also, the terms for the repayment of the Wisner Lands Pro ceeds Account loan for construction of the New Driving Range were modified. This modification resulted in the park remitting over $100,000 to the City for profits accumulated prior to 1984. In addition, the park remitted another check totaling over $41,000 to the City representing accumulated profits for Wisner in 1984.
Renovations
Other notable renovations and improvements made during 1984 , included:
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1. Renovation of two restrooms at Tad Gormley Stadium. 2. Renovation of the Little casino Building. 3. Construction of fencing to incorporate Storyland into adjacent facilities. 4. Extension of fencing at the Marconi Meadow pursuant to the Master Plan. 5. Removal of over 300 dead trees throughout the Park. 6. Pruning and fertilizing of approximately 400 major oak trees throughout the front section of the Park.
During the course of the summer of 1984 City Park was fortu nate to be the recipient of a Mobil Oil Grant for an eight week youth employment program. The Mobil "Green Team," through the supervision of Mr. Curtis Miller, was very successful and the Park reaped many benefits through the Working enthusiasm of the , team members. Projects completed by the Green Team included:
1. Painting of all playground equipment in City Park. 2. Painting of shelter houses #9 and #10. 3. Painting of all iron fences and gates in Gormley Stadium. 4. Painting of all light standards and picnic tables throughout the Plaisance area. 5. Painting of fences, posts, and the buildings at the Tennis Center. 6. Cleaning of sand traps, and removal of brush around bridges and trees.
In the area of general grounds maintenance City Park receives substantial support from the offices of Criminal Sheriff Charles Foti and Jackson BarraCks. The labor force allotted to City Park from each of these organizations is instrumental in maintaining a clean and aesthetic appearance deserving of such an historic Park.
Sheriff Foti and JaCkson Barracks have been long time friends to City Park. The prisoner work force given to us by each office I is a tremendous help to the Park and we are very grateful for the cooperation and benevolence they have shown.
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Another very substantial renovation (actually reconstruction) begun during 1984 is Storyland. The Friends of City Park are aggressively pursuing this project and have already obtained substantial funds. This is one of the most exciting projects at City Park in recent years and its success is due to the great energy and enthusiasm of the project's co-chairmen, Mrs. Beverly Church and Mrs. Peggy Read and a very broad based committee of interested citizens.
In closing, the outlook for 1985 is indeed bright. The antic ipated opening of Storyland and self-operation of the amusement rides will bring many thousands of additional patrons to the park.
The operation of each of these areas coupled with the refur bishment of ball diamonds, shelters, golf courses, playground equipment, etc., and numerous funded street improvements (Harrison, , Dreyfous, Diagonal and Victory) will enhance the overall quality of the Park to a pinacle not seen in many years.
It has been indicated throughout the entirety of the fore going report that City Park achieved its best year in recent history during 1985. with the capital funding to be received, 1985 will be an even greater year. Clearly, a major change has begun! As a newspaper article pointed out during 1984, "City Park is IN", in featuring a list of "ins" and "outs."
Our whole staff is excited and very enthusiastic and we intend to display our feelings at every opportunity. We urge the members of the Board of Commissioners and Friends of City Park to do the same. It was through your efforts, and ours (the entire staff), that we attained sucesses in 1984 and we would like to thank each of you for your personal contributions to the park. We particularly thank the management staff and Committee Chairmen for their leader Ship efforts, and especially commend the President, Mr. Robert A. Peyroux, for his strong policy of "letting management manage."
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lARD OF COMMISSIONE::: =L~:S.~:~~A:~~I1:Ip:~N~:::8::~ROVEMENT ASSOCIATION 1984 City Park Police Yearly Report
Fishing Childs Tickets Sold 216 $216.00 Adult Tickets Sold 1,651 $2,476.50 Field Fishing Tickets Sold 207 $1,035.00 $3,727.50 Affidavits or Summons Issued
Trespassing on a golf course (no green fee) 146 Littering 7 Dogs running at large 5 Molesting or Killing Birds or Animals 14 Discharging oil onto public streets 7 Trespassing 12 Damage to Public property 17 Selling food and drink without a permit 8 Driving on restricted area 29 , Disturbing the Peace Fishing without a permit 3 Lewd Conduct 52 Drunk in Public 5 Cruelty to Animals 5 Tampering with Police equipment 6 Sleeping in a Public Park 1 Battery on Police 2 Simple Battery 1 Resisting ilrrest 1 Carrying a dangerous weapon 4 Noise Ordinance 3 Soliciting Advertising without a permit 7 Interferring with Police 2 Bicycle Theft 1 Battery 2 Discharging Firearms 1 Theft 5 Dumping Garbage and Trash 6 8 Trespassing on Tennis Court (no admission ticket) 4 I Summons 364
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was , held on Tuesday, the Twenty-Sixth Day of February, 1985, commenc ing at 4:05 P.M.
The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Barthelemy, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Hilbert, Janssen, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Lund, Nelson, Read, Renaudin, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Stich, Sylvester, Tessier, Willard and Winston.
ABSENT: Commissioners Bagert, DeViney, Early, Keener and Wulff.
EXCUSED: Commissioners Gibert, O'Keefe and Smith.
GUESTS PRESENT: Mr. Mark Stewart and Mr. Ramos.
The President advised that the January 15, 1985 minutes had been distributed. It was moved by Mr. Bassich, seconded by Mr. Tessier and duly carried that the minutes be approved as written.
The President advised that the General Manager's report, including I the annual report, had been distributed. No communications.
REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS:
First Vice President - No Report.
Second Vice President - Excused.
Secretary - No Report.
Treasurer reported that the monthly report had been distributed to all commissioners.
REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - ~1r. Boudreaux reported that the Chairman of the A&E Committee and Mr. Rapp met with Mr. Bullard and Dr. Kirk Gitter, the new Chairman of the Expansion Committee, advising of Board action. The President stated that NOMA appointed an Ad Hoc Committee consisting of two NOMA Board members, two City Park Board members and one Traffic Engineer. A NOMA Expansion Committee meeting will take place on February 27, 1985 at which Mr. Rapp will be present. I Regarding Shelter #6 termite damage, the State Agriculture Depart ment advised staff that the termite contractor does have responsi bility. The Legal Committee will meet with staff to make a deter mination. - 2 -
Mr. Boudreaux reported that the committee recommended commiSSiOning, firm of Cimini, Meric, Burns & Counce as architects for the reno vations of the historical Casino Building. Funding has been limited to $50,000 maximum for planning.
Mr. Boudreaux reported that staff recommended a parking barrier trial installation be placed along Marconi Drive at the Popp's Fountain and Shelter No.9. Shells will be placed in a 20' area for offstreet diagonal parking. Area will be observed for pos sible use in other areas, including along Wisner Blvd. bordering Fort St. John utilizing $24,000 earmarked for that area.
Staff was requested to follow up regarding upgrading of two RTA bus stops on Wisner Blvd. and on City Park Avenue.
Painting of golf house interior is in progress. Painting selec tions have been made for the Carousel building and the bumper car building.
A fencing plan was selected in accordance with plans submitted by Mr. Chris Friedrichs for the Amusement area. Mr. Boudreaux reported that the committee recommended that a letter be written to Mr. Friedrichs expressing the Park's appreciation for his efforts and assistance in the design of this fencing. Mr. Griffen, who is donating a tournament sign to the golf com- I plex, was requested that sign detail be submitted for approval and placement of the sign be made after consultation with staff, the Golf Committee and the Landscape Architect.
The committee rejected a request for removal of the green area outside of the golf restaurant and portico, until such time it can be reviewed with staff and the Golf Committee.
A proposal was received for planning the conversion of tennis courts to parking from James F. Fondren & Assocs. A proposal will be requested from Mr. Christopher Friedrichs.
Mr. Boudreaux terminated his report by stating that the committee reaffirmed former action to remove all walls from the shelter along Palm Drive, retaining only columns, slab and roof, and the complete removal of the restnxffi along Dreyfous across from the Irby Building.
Discussion commenced on the Casino Building renovation. Mr. Nelson suggested that before any planning is done for work on the building tha't the Concessions and A&E Committees meet jointly to discuss the revenue producing potential of the Casino.
CONCESSIONS CO~MITTEE - Mr. King reported that the financial statements of City Park Food and Beverage Service were reviewed, I noting that actual profits were $34,000 ahead of budget year to date, and over $75,000 ahead of last year's actual profits year to date. Management was complimented. ."n.1I OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
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TREASURERS REPOR T
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
FEBRUARY 28, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account: ,
Balance January 31, 1985 $ ( 9,190.38) Receipts month of February, 1985 251,359.78 Proceeds from sale U.S. Treasury Bill 199,574.06
Sub-total $ 441,743.46 til Disbursements: Checks Nos. 5385 thru 5573 $ 242,175.88 Loan Repayment - Cart shed 3,022.35 Loan Repayment - carts 7,485.72 Purchase of U.S. Treasury Bills 39,468.00
Sub-total $ 292,151. 95
Balance February 28, 1985 $ 149,591. 51
other Cash:
Payroll account 6,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,590.90
Tbta1 cash on hand & in banks February 28, 1985 $ 158,933.80 I
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MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR MARCH 19, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of February 26, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Election of Nominating Committee.
13. Adjournment. I
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 March 11, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
Although February was an extremely cold and rainy month, the net revenues were much closer to budget than originally anticipated.
Because of the poor weather conditions nearly every revenue department experienced a decrease in patron activity, which would normally cause severe financial problems to the Park. However, an unbudgeted special event, the Tractor Pull, brought in windfall profits of nearly $20,000 which nearly offset the operating deficits experienced by other Park revenue producing department s.
, '!he comparison of a.ctual to budgeted revenue for selected operating departments is as follows:
Revenue for February
Category Actual Budget Variance
Total Park $190,737 $188,691 $ 2,046 Golf Cart Rental 20,194 30,500 (10,306) Golf Course 40,276 41,300 ( 1,024) Golf Driving Range 14,460 14,000 460 Tennis 5,574 7,200 ( 1,626) Stadium Operations 20,900 5,500 15,400 Concessions 15,827 16,900 ( 1,073) Boating and Fishing 2,358 2,000 358
Monthly Year-to-date Revenue Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
Total Revenue $190,737 $188,691 $468,477 $469,845 Total Expenses 210,935 203,639 443,592 436,172
, $ (14, 948) $ 24,885 $ 33,673 Net Revenues $(20,198)
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Golf play was once again very close to budget. Management is very hopeful that when good weather arrives we will experi ence a tremendous increase over prior year utilization. The South Course continues to have the most activity of our four courses. The discount special was once again popular, with 1,785 golfers taking advantage of the $5 savings in February.
Golf cart paths are in the process of being installed on the West Course with the funds received from the First Annual City Park Tournament of Friends.
The golf driving range actually exceeded their revenue budget during February. The golf cart rental revenue was ex tremely poor during the past month. This decrease does not indicate a decrease in demand, as it is managements decision , not to rent any carts on days when the golf playing surface is too wet to safely accommodate the weight of the golf carts.
The tractor pull special event was very successful for City Park. We received about $20,000 of unbudgeted revenue for the Park during a month where we really needed the help. The event produced about 10,000 spectators and was held without any major incident. There were no complaints received from either Park patrons or neighborhood residents. Jess Benton, Gil Hamilton, Joe Bush, our concessionaires and Marvin Perry are to be com mended for their fine efforts in handling the problems associated with such a function.
Park lagoons are now closed until March 23rd to allow our fish a closed spawning season. All along the edges of our lagoon system, large black bass can now be seen preparing their spawning nests.
March 23rd will mark the opening of the fishing season with the annual City Park/Times-Picayune Big Bass Tournament. All Commissioners are invited to participate in this 40th annual event.
The lone pair of City Park mated Mute Swans have a nest , containing nine eggs on the island nearest to City Park and Carrollton Avenue.
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The Amusement rides are now open for operation. Initial patron response has been very good and we are optimistic for a highly successful operation in this area for the remainder of the year.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners Should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted, • ~t.~ Joseph H. Buscher William , Administrator General
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PARK STATISTICS
As of 2/28/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y. T. D. Y. T. D.
Daily Green Fees North 1,004 1,541 1,753 2,846 South 1,159 900 2,224 1,687 East 741 1,221 1,350 2,080 West 1,004 2,216 1,972 3,713 Discount $5.00 1,785 0 3,220 0
~th1Y Golf Tickets 79 92 176 175 ua1 Golf Tickets 4 6 180 161
Golf Cart Rental - 18 Hole 1,811 1,718 3,424 2,839 9 Hole 403 403 757 778
Driving Range Buckets 5,866 7,702 10,379 11,932
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 816 1,611 1,431 2,851
Softball Games - Day 10 37 47 64 - Night 2 9 3 14
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 36 115 48 179
Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 52 130 80 207 " " 1 Hour 49 181 95 265 Skiffs - 1 Hour 176 192 242 301 canoes - 1 Hour 134 111 186 177 canoes - Scout Island 0 0 0 0
Adult 342 265 490 tiCket - Daily 158 ,"'ing.. II " Youth 31 92 75 142 " Annual Pass 0 3 15 12 oe Fishing 0 0 0 0
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Nineteenth Day of March, 1985, commencing • at 4:07 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bassich, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Lund, Nelson, O'Keefe, Read, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Sylvester, Winston and Wulff.
ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early, Renaudin, Tessier and Willard.
EXCUSED: Commissioners Bagert, Boudreaux and Stich.
GUESTS PRESENT: Ms. Bev Church of Friends, Mr. Mark Stewart of the Mayor's Office of Analysis and Planning and Sonny McAvoy of the Boy Scouts.
The President advised that the February 26, 1985 minutes had been distributed. It was noted that on page 4, the sixth para graph, the amount $60,000 be changed to $160,000. Mr. Winston I moved that the minutes as corrected be approved, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried.
Nothing verba]ly was added to the General Manager's report which had been distributed.
No communications.
REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS:
President - No Report.
First Vice President - No Report.
Second Vice President - No Report.
Secretary - No Report.
Treasurer - No Report. However, it was stated that all financial documents had been distributed.
REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING CO~MITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the Equestrian Center Expansion Plan was approved in concept and I another meeting will take place to review plans after some changes - 2 -
have been made. Mr. Gibert moved that the Board ratify the com mittee's action on that basis subject to A&E approval which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried. The plan is to double the capacity of the present riding stable. Mr. Gibert stated that consideration was expressed in expanding the bridle path, but that the traffic problem in the Park was a con • cern.
The golf cart shed addition still leaks and a follow up letter was written to the consultant to correct the problem immediately.
Golf club house painting is proceeding. The visual effect of the club house has been improved by lamping of light fixtures with proper lamps. Missing and yellowed plastic fluorescent lenses were replaced with new lenses. Mr. Gibert commented that every one is pleased with the new look.
Painting of the carousel and bumper cart buildings have been accomplished, but that painting of the upper interior roof of the carousel was impossible due to rotted sheathing. Staff will investigate availability of funds for repair and/or replacement.
Instead of upgrading the concession stand in the Amusement Area to sell novelties, the committee suggested that it be removed. The location of the soft drink dispenser servicing the Amusement I Area, Little Casino and Botanical Garden is to be submitted to the A&E Committee for approval. Amusement Area fencing had not progressed during the last month.
Mr. Gibert moved to demolish the shelter on Golf Drive and return it to green space and regrade the area. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leake, put to a vote and carried.
Burk & Associates, Inc. submitted a plan for the removal and widening of Bayou St. John to the extremities of bridge supports spanning Mirabeau and Filmore Avenues, furnishing bagged concrete levees after removal of existing mud and silt. The request made by the Vista Shores Club is to accommodate sculling in the Bayou. Mr. Gibert moved that the plan be approved contingent upon approval of all governing state and federal agencies. The motion was seconded by Mr. LeCorgne, was put to a vote and carried.
Due to interest being shown in the Irby Building as a restaurant staff will investigate the leasing of the property for a restau rant based upon use occupancy and liquor license availability.
Mr. Gibert reported that a traffic engineering study proposal was received from Mr. Rapp, with prime interest of the proposal being NOMA's parking. Mr. LeCorgne reported that a study could not be completed until the bridge on Bayou St. John was finished. I Traffic flow and signage throughout the older section of the Park to 1-10 South will be studied. Mr. LeCorgne stated that Mr. Bullard of NOMA advised he had money for the entire project. 57 - 3 -
Improvement to the amusement rides area is continuing and the rides were open the past weekend. Staff prepared a fee schedule , as follows: Price remain unchanged for the train at $1, and scooter cars at 60¢. An increase of 10¢ for the carousel, antique cars, ferris wheel and umbrella ride, from 40¢ to 50¢. A special discount ticket which includes one ride on the train and scooter cars plus five 50¢ tickets, to cost $3.50. Group rates will re main negotiable but using the following as a "list" price: Carou sel - $85/hr. minimum; Train $lIO/hr. minimum; Scooter Cars - $95/hr. minimum; Other rides - negotiable. Mr. King moved that the fee schedule and negotiated prices as proposed by the park staff be adopted. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried.
Mr. King reported that an inquiry had been received from a party interested in exploring the possibility of using the Irby Building for a restaurant. He stated that if strong interest was not re ceived in the near future that consideration be given to removing the dilapidated building.
Staff submitted a report at the committee meeting regarding the expending of $175,000 in capital bond funds received from the State. $125,000 to be dedicated to engage an architect to submit plans pertaining to the renovation of the Casino Building.
Contract had been executed for the renovation of Storyland and work commenced on February 11, 1985. At the request of Friends and on behalf of the committee Mr. King moved that all admission I fees collected be given to Friends to be used exclusively for the improvement and maintenance of Story land in the form of a six month maintenance contract and that this contract be extended for additional six month periods upon approval of both parties. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried.
Admission fees to Storyland will be set by the Board following recommendations by Friends and Park staff.
A truck and tractor pull will be held at Tad Gormley Stadium this weekend; Park is anticipating profits of $35,000 - $40,000.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Mr. Dickhaus reported tha't at its commit tee meeting Mr. Rapp advised of the sic:atus of State operating funds; City Bond Funds for FY '84-85; State Bond Funds; progress on Storyland, the Carousel and Holiday Celebration fund raising activities; and use of Jefferson Parish Operating Funds.
With the committee unanimously endorsing Mr. Rapp's recommenda tions, Mr. Dickhaus move,,- that Mr. Rapp be authorized to proceed i~~ediately on having fill and grading work on existing ball diamonds and to incur as li.ttle liability as possible (estimated at no more than $25,000) to get the ball fields in rentable con I dition. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Read, put to a vote and carried. - 4 -
Mr. Rapp will seek the City's assistance in getting permission , to handle all administration and funds required .for ..street .im provements within the Park. Funds are estimated at $150,000.
At the committee meeting Mr. r..ap? reported that he had been instructed that the State will.require him to obtain an architect from the State Architect Selection Board for the Casino project, .,hich was determined by a verbal ruling from the State Attorney General's Office. It was recommended that Mr. Rapp meet with Mr. Kendall Vick to discuss whether other State regulations could be applied to by-pass this requirement.
Mr. Stich moved that the President or other appropriate officer be authorized to retain the architectural. firm of Cimini, Meric, Burns & Counce upon obtaining proper authority t:hrough the At torney General's office. The motion was seconded by Mr. LeCorgne.
After much discussion on the motion,. with t.he approval of his second, Mr. Stich withdrew his motion. The matter was referred back to the A&E and Legal Committees.
The 1985 Bond proposal was defeated this past weekend by a three to three vote in the Council Chambers.
It was reported that $60,000 was needed to complete the Storyland project and $40,000 to open the project. All commissioners were rC'C!uested to contact at least one prospective donor. The $5,000 received from the Jefferson Parish Council, through I the assistance of Councilmen DeViney and Evans, would be used for Storyland.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report.
FINANCE COMMITTEE - No Report.
GOLF Cm-!MITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that golf was below budget in net income. 176 annual tickets were sold which represents an increase of 52 over the previous year.
The $10 tickets for cart and green fees utilized November through February was discontinued as of February 28, 1985. This discount attracted more than 6500 golfers.
HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that a $3500 contract for pruning 70 trees ($50 each) will be let to John Benton, who bid a special low price to benefit the Park. The contract will be with Friends and is a donation to the Park. Between 80-100,000 yards of sand fill from the 17th Street Canal I is being donated and will be placed in the area proposed for the Quadraplex. 59 - 5 -
The Botanical Garden Spring program has been distributed. Educa , tional tours for school children (K-5th grade) are available. Mrs. Read reported that at its committee meeting herbacide use was discussed. Mr. Nelson spoke strongly against the use of herbacides and weed killer any where in the Park.
A tree barrier between the stables and the golf courses were discussed at the committee meeting.
Hrs. Read requested ideas on establishing guidelines on the acceptance and use of memorial plaques.
LEGAL CO~_"!ITTEE - ~1r. Lund reported that Article 25 of the lease between City Park and the Equestrian Center regarding transfer of ownership to Mr. Safi Kaskas be approved and so moved. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported that the com mittee met and approved the 1985 Marketing Plan for City Park.
The Park has been receiving excellent coverage by WWL-TV and radio.
Brochures and layouts are being prepared.
TENNIS CO~1ITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that Mr. Harold Frazier cancelled his lease effective February 28, 1985. In accordance I with public bid requirement the Park advertised area as avail able for lease and received one bid proposal. This bid was from Connie Schafer and David Neider. The lease period is for three years beginning March 1, 1985 and has a three year exten sion period subject to the approval of both parties. City Park management is comfortable with the lease and hopeful the venture will enhance the service offered to the tennis patrons. Mr. Bassich moved that the lease be approved, which was seconded by Mr. Winston, put to a vote and carried.
Work will be underway for the resurfacing of ten laykold courts.
MUSEm1 REPRESENTATIVE - No Report.
FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that an educational program has been approved from March 3 - June 9, 1985.
An Easter Egg Hunt is scheduled for March 30.
540 volunteer hours were donated in January.
The Arbor Day celebration had been rained out on February 5. Various types of indigenous trees have been planted along Bayou I St. John. - 6 -
The Lark in the Park is scheduled for September 27, 1985. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was , adjourned at 5:13 P.M.
Recording Secretary
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 April 8, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
March was a very excellent month for City Park. Patron utilization during the year's first fair weather month was extremely favorable in nearly all areas of the Park.
Individual departmental accomplishments will be highlighted later in this report. The comparison of actual to budgeted rev enue for selected operating departments is as follows:
Revenue for March
category Actual Budget Variance I 'Ibtal Park $229,458 $217,537 $ 11,921 Golf Course 69,256 62,000 7,256 Golf Cart Rental 39,532 36,000 3,532 Golf Driving Range 33,195 26,700 6,495 Tennis 11,662 13,800 ( 2,138 ) Horticulture 228 600 ( 372) Stadium 475 1,000 ( 525) Concessions 11,207 17,000 ( 5,793) Boating and Fishing 13,880 10,000 3,880
Monthly Year-to-date Revenue Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
'Ibtal Revenue $229,458 $217,537 $697,934 $687,382 'Ibtal Expenses 241,964 227,280 685,556 663,452
Net Revenue $(12,506) $ (9,743) $(12,378) $ 23,930
Even though many departments did extremely well during the month of March, several departments failed to reach budget expecta tions. Tbtal operating expenses for City Park were $14,684 over I budget. Several departments seemed to incur expenses for large items which are normally purchased only once a year, and should
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not reoccur during the remainder of 1985. Salaries and wages paid in March exceeded budget due to all departments being fully staffed earlier this year than in 1984.
Explanations of variances for individual departments is as follows:
Golf play on three of our four courses was extremely good during the month of March. Tbtal rounds of golf played this March, (9,121), exceeded the previous years monthly total by 1,364 rounds, which is an increase of 17.6%. The increase was most noticeable on the South Course, or Little Course, which came within 25 rounds of doubling the total monthly play during the same period the previous year. The only course experiencing a decrease in play was the West or Championship Course, which experienced renovation work to cart paths that in turn hindered I play during March. With managements approval, golf maintenance purchased a large supply of equipment parts that are anticipated to be needed during the remainder of this year. It is our feeling that by having parts available, equipment will experience less "down time" due to waiting for parts to arrive from vendors. Having a parts inventory should increase departmental efficiency during the course of the year, however, the formulating of such an inventory resulted in maintenance expense exceeding budget by $9,000 during March.
The Italian Open, held March 18th, was the largest in recent history with 340 registered participants. Many sports celebrities participated in the event and a genuine good time was had by all who attended.
Golf cart operations also were highly utilized during March. Gross revenue exceeded budget by 10%, net revenue doubled budget expectations and total cart rentals of 3,871 exceeded prior year by 25.2%.
The Golf Driving Range enjoyed the largest single month's I revenue in its history. The single shift record for buckets of balls sold was surpassed on four separate occasions, with the new record of 484 buckets established during the evening of March 21st.
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New golf tee mats for each driving range cubical were purchased during the month of March. This once a year expenditure resulted in driving range maintenance being $3,500 over budget.
Tennis made their once a year purchase of resurfacing clay during March, which caused their maintenance expense to exceed budget by $2,100.
City Park recently entered into an agreement with the Southern Football League to have semi-pro games played every Saturday at one of our stadiums. These games are to begin April 13th at Pan American Stadium and will have doubleheaders played each Saturday through the end of May.
City Park is now in the process of renovating most of the existing baseball diamonds. Baseball diamond rentals were $3,000 I less than budget because of the work being done for the upgrading of these fields.
The March 23rd Big Bass Rodeo was the biggest in recent Park history. This year there were nearly as many entrants in the spin casting division (1,471), as the total entrants in all three cate gories (spinning, plug and fly) of the 1984 rodeo. The total registered entries this year of 1,971 surpassed any previous year by nearly twenty-five percent. The gross sales for boating and fishing during the rodeo weekend was $5,572. We have many months that boating and fishing revenue does not equal that amount.
The monthly (March) revenue total for Boating, Fishing and Biking of $13,879 exceeded budget by 39%, and exceeds the prior year-to-date (January, February and March) revenue by $443.00. A once a year extraordinary expense for fishing lures resulted in total expenses being slightly over budget.
During the Big Bass Rodeo weekend the Casino Restaurant's gross receipts were $3,717 on Saturday and $3,067 on Sunday. Each day surpassed the previous single day record of $2,696 set on April 24, 1983.
I Also, on the same weekend, the Last carousel Amusement Rides generated in excess of $6,800 in sales. With all rides open and both trains in operation, there were lines of over 150 people
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(which equates to the last person waiting over an hour) at the train station.
Because the accounting procedures are different for both the Casino Restaurant and the Amusement Rides, the revenue gen erated during March will not affect City Park's financial state ments until April.
The marketing/advertising for City Park was never better than during March. On one particular day there were six separate articles in the Times-Picayune, all positive in content and compli mentary to our Park. We received television coverage on WWL, had paid advertisements on WSMB Radio, and appeared on several radio talk shows. The golf, tennis and amusement ride brochures are all in production and will be ready for use within this month. Our media day canoe race was held Sunday, March 31st, with the I only casualty being a lost pair of eye glasses. The event seemed to express a very positive affect on the media people and their relationship with City Park.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy infor mation present itself.
Respectfully submitted, uJ~J'Rw 2o~!·t:;~ William J. Rapp Administrator General Manager
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 April 15, 1985
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, New Orleans City Park is a major tourist attraction for the State of Louisiana and the nation hosting more than 10 million visitors annually and,
WHEREAS, the further development of tourist trade in the park is one of it's priorities and,
WHEREAS, the Park has seen fit to include funding in it's budget specifically for marketing it's attractions; I NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the New Orleans City Park Improvement Association hereby applies and commits to the Act 455 MATCHING FUNDS PROGRAM of the Louisiana Office of Tourism.
Adopted this 16th of April, 1985.
Robert A. Peyroux President ,
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888
TREASURERS REPORT
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
APRIL 30, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance March 31, 1985 $ 80,161.32 Receipts month of April, 1985 291,803.60 Proceeds from sale of U.S. Treasury Bills 121. 560.00
Sub-total $ 493,524.92
I Disbursements: Checks Nos. 5750 thru 5946 $ 427,284.14 Loan Repayment - Cart shed 2,997.99 Loan Repayment - carts 7,406.15
Sub-total S 437,688.28
Balance April 30, 1985 $ 55,836.64
other Cash:
Payroll account 7,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,962.97
Tbtal cash on hand & in banks April 30, 1985 S 66,551. 00 I
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 462-4888 April 8, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR APRIL 16, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of March 19, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Adjournment. ,
!'ARK AREA, 1500 ACHES MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was I held on Tuesday, May 21, 1985, commencing at 3:37 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Nelson, O'Keefe, Renaudin, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Stich, Sylvester, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Dickhaus, Early, Hilbert, Tessier and Wulff. EXCUSED: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Gibert, Lund, Read and Smith. GUESTS PRESENT: Mr. Mark Stewart of the Mayor's Office, and Mr. Ramos. The President announced that the bus tour of the Park which had been scheduled was cancelled due to earlier rainfall and will be rescheduled. Regarding minutes of the April meeting, it was moved by Mr. Sylvester, seconded by Mr. Winston and duly carried that the I minutes be approved as written. The General Manager's report had been mailed to all commissioners. Mr. Rapp supplemented his report stating that the City in screen ing bills submitted to the Senate, requested a vote from the City Park Board, either in favor of or against Senate Bills 770 and 771. He read the digest of Senate Bill 770: "Present law precludes a legal entity in which an appointed member of a board or commission has an economic interest from bidding on, entering into, or being in any way interested in any contract, subcontract, or other transaction which is under the supervision or jurisdic tion of the board or commission. Proposed law requires that the interest the appointed member has in the legal entity be a con trolling interest rather than an economic interest. Mr. LeCorgne moved that the Board take a neutral position, which was seconded by Mr. Boudreaux. A substitute motion was offered by Mr. Stich in support of the proposed law, which was seconded by Mr. Leake. The substitute motion was put to a vote and carried, with Mr. Boudreaux and Mr. Sylvester wishing to be recorded as in opposition. Mr. Rapp then read the diges t of Senate Bill 771: "Present law , requires an elected official to recuse himself from voting if such vote would be a violation of the Code of Government Ethics. - 3 -
CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and City Park Food and Beverage Service was well above budget for the month ending February 28 and the Friends fiscal year from I September I, 1984 through February 28, 1985. At the committee meeting staff reported on the baseball quadra plex.with an estimated construction cost of $722,400, a projected breakeven operation on rental fees and a projected $25,500 annual net income for concession sales. Subject to the possibility of receiving City bond funds, State appropriations and donations, and approval of the project design by the A&E Committee, the Concessions Committee recommended construction of the quadraplex.
The recent truck and tractor pull resulted in net income of $24,500 and with no complaint from neighbors.
Renovation work on the restrooms in the amusement rides area was completed. Staff was requested to make a study of long range re quirements pertaining to food and beverage service for the amuse ment rides area and Storyland. During the interim existing and/or portable facilities could be used.
Mr. Nelson reported that the amusement rides have been renovated, inspected, reopened and was doing good business with $6,000 gross revenue the first full weekend of operation.
Staff was requested to conduct basic research in the operation of a "carriage trade" restaurant in the Irby building and old swimming I pool complex due to continuing interest expressed by prospective restauranteurs.
Regarding the equestrian center three items are under considera tion: 1) provision of an extended bridle trail for riding in the Park; 2) offer by a polo club to rent portions of the old golf clubhouse and adjacent grounds for practice sessions; and 3) proposal to expand the stables by 70 stalls to meet increased rental demand.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - No Report.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report.
FINANCE COMMITTEE - No Report.
GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that $1350 per day was be ing received at the golf driving range on the weekends, with an average on weekdays of $1000.
The Italian Open held on l'larch 18 was very successful with the exception of damage to one cart. The Christian Brothers tourna ment will take place soon. New tournaments have been scheduled , on the West course for the next few weeks. 24,000 new golf balls have been purchased for the driving range. - 4 -
HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that at its committee meeting a tree trimming and planting report was submitted by Mr. Bush.
The 62 recently planted trees along Bayou St. John are now budding. • Special work will be performed in and near Story land in prepara tion for the opening in July.
Due to the dangers involved with the application of herbacides, on behalf of the committee, Mrs. Read recommended that staff per sons who apply herbacides, pesticides, etc., be thoroughly in structed and carefully supervised by a licensed applicator, and preferrably be licensed applicators themselves. The President recommended that the matter be investigated further.
LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report.
PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Dunne reported that a medial celebrity canoe race would take place on March 31, at 10 A.M. and invited all board members to participate.
Mr. Dunne displayed several documents on the Board table contain ing recent news worthy items. He added that the Park was re ceiving excellent coverage in the newspaper, television and radio. He then allowed the Board to hear four commercial radio spots covering many activities the Park has to offer for everyone. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich suggested that the committee be I authorized by the Board to permit the engaging of architectural services for the removal of ten tennis courts with the Architectural &.EngineeringCommittee making a selection out of two.
Mr. Nelson moved that the A&E Committee and the General Manager be authorized to negotiate, which was seconded, put to a vote and duly carried.
MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - Mr. Winston reported that the Precious Legacy exhibit was successful.
FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mrs. Rogers reported that 676 volunteer hours were contributed by members of Friends in February.
On behalf of Friends Mrs. Rogers recommended that the donation of the Frank Tarnai Memorial Fund be accepted to plant cherry trees in City Park around the lagoon in front of the Museum and that the grove be named in memory of Mr. Tarnai with a ground level plaque of park specifications to mark the grove. Annual funds will be provided by the Japan Club to develop the grove. Dr. Neal Odenwald, head of the LSU Department of Land- scape Architecture, will serve as consultant for the project. , Mrs. Rogers put this in the form of a motion, which was seconded by Mrs. Read - 5 - 11
After discussion a sUbstitute motion was offered by Mr. Janssen to adopt in principle the location and the placing and the wording on the plaque subject to the submittal of more information. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leake, put to a vote and carried.
LSU's Dr. Max Conrad of the Department of Landscape Architecture • has volunteered to use the beautification of Bayou St. John as a landscape project for his student. Plans submitted will be judged and presented to the Park.
To celebrate Easter the Bunny will arrive in the Garden on Satur day, March 30 with two programs being presented at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Admission is a $5 donation and tickets are on sale in the Shop in the Park.
Mrs. Rogers reported that through the dedicated efforts of the First Annual Tournament of Friends golf committee it was now possible for the presentation of funds to the Park Board for capital improvements to the City Park Golf Complex. It was recommended that these monies be used for the installation of ball washers on the four courses and construction of golf paths, beginning with the West Course with the balance of funds to be used for cart paths on the North Course. $2,500 has been re tained as "seed money" for the 2nd Annual Tournament of Friends golf event. She requested that a report of the disbursement of funds be provided to Friends upon completion of the recommended capital improvements.
Mrs. Rogers then presented to the President a check for $41,500 I to implement the aforemention capital improvements which was received with much applause.
Ms. Bev Church gave an update on Story land stating that $40,000 was still needed to open Story land and requested Board members to contact people for donations. She stated that the Little Red Schoolhouse was already up and that Blaine Kern donated the Peter Pan ship and signs.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
Mr. Dickhaus moved that Tom Dunne draft a resolution and/or appropriate material commending Paul Kalman for his work on the forty fishing rodeos held in City Park. The motion was seconded, put to a vote and carried.
The President advised that the annual meeting of the New Orleans City Park Improvement Association will be held on March 26, 1985 at 3:30 P.M. in the Backer Room with the agenda including the General Manager's report and report of the Presi dent.
NEW BUSINESS , Mr. LeCorgne reported that the Nominating Committee makes the following recommendations: That the names of Mr. Lund and Ms. Renaudin be submitted to the New Orleans Museum of Art with one to be chosed by NOMA for its Board. A motion was made to close nominations, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. - 6 -
Mr. LeCorgne further reported that a new Nominating Committee must be chosen. Of the five present members, only Mr. Gibert was eligible for another year. The following, having served two years, were not eligible for nomination: Messrs. Janssen, Sylvester, Smither and LeCorgne. The following names were I nominated: Gibert, Nelson, Winston, Dickhaus, Schoen, Stich and Comiskey. Votes were then tallied with the outcome as follows: Gibert (2nd term), Nelson, Winston, Stich and Schoen.
Mr. Bassich suggested that a future meeting take place at a different location, and Mr. Rapp suggested that in lieu of one meeting the Board go on a tour of the Park.
On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was adjourned at 5:30 P.M. (jaujdll .tiJ&.ekt/ Recording Secretary
APPROVED:
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, BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, Mr. Paul R. Kalman, Jr. has served City Park for many years as a Board member as well as past President of the Board; and
WHEREAS, he is the founder and chairman of the Annual City Park Big Bass Rodeo begun in 1945; and
WHEREAS, he has 'served City Park unselfishly with great dedication and distinction through his continued chairmanship of the Annual City Park Big Bass Rodeo; and
WHEREAS, through his efforts this event has attained national stature as the oldest and one of the largest events of it's type with a record attendance of 1,971 fishermen competing in 1985;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board of Com missioners of the New Orleans City Park Improvement Associ ation hereby commends Paul R. Kalman, Jr. for excellence of service and dedication to the public good.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this commendation conveys unto Mr. Paul R. Kalman, Jr. the gratitude and appreciation of the Board and that this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the Board of Commissioners for posterity and that all members join in the Board's approval hereto.
ADOPTED THIS 19TH DAY OF MARCH, 1985
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U'n.".., OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888
TREASURERS REPORT
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
MARCH 31, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance February 28, 1985 $ 149,591. 51 Receipts month of March, 1985 317,564.18
Sub-total $ 467,155.69
IIlDisbursements:
Checks Nos. 5574 thru 5749 $ 296,800.45 Loan Repayment - cart shed 2,914.12 Loan Repayment - carts 7,279.80 Purchase of u.S. Treasury Bills 80,000.00
Sub-total $ 386,994.37
Balance March 31, 1985 $ 80,161. 32
Other Cash:
Payroll account 6,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,590.90
Total cash on hand & in banks March 31, 1985 S 89,503.61 ,
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PARK STATISTICS
As of 3/31/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y. T. D. Y. T. D.
Daily Green Fees North 2,745 2,146 4,498 4,992 South 1,775 1,276 3,999 2,963 East 2,410 1,572 3,760 3,652 West 2,191 2,763 4,163 6,476 Dis=unt $5.00 0 0 3,220 0
Monthly Golf Tickets 141 161 317 336 tltnua1 Golf Tickets 0 0 180 161 If Cart Rental - 18 Hole 3,210 2,586 6,634 5,425 9 Hole 661 505 1,418 1,283
Driving Range Buckets 13,865 9,418 24,244 21,350
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,983 2,456 4,414 5,307
Softball Games - Day 154 133 201 197 - Night 4 36 7 50
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 287 196 335 375
Peddle Boat - !o Hour 361 332 441 539 " " - 1 Hour 436 478 531 743 Skiffs - 1 Hour 603 456 845 757 Canoes - 1 Hour 521 384 707 561 canoes - S=ut Island 91 0 91 0
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 2,761 0 3,026 490 " " " Youth 654 0 729 142 Pass 12 0 27 12 Annual I"noe Fishing 0 0 0 0
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MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR MAY 21, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 3:30 p.m.
PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of April 16, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of COmmittees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Tbur of Park Facilities.
13. Adjournment. I
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 May 13, 1985
TO: BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
FROM: ROBER T A. PEYROUX
RE: TOUR OF PARK FACILITIES
This is a reminder that our May meeting will include a tour of all of the areas within City Park. This special meeting will be called to order at 3:30 p.m. which is a half hour prior to our normally scheduled starting time.
All Committee Chairmen are reminded that committee reports should be limited to only those items requiring Beard I approval or action. .The intent of this procedure is to re serve as much time as possible for the guided bus tour.
Because of time constraints it is most important for members to be prompt as I'm sure that we are all looking for ward to the tour.
Robert A. Peyroux President , RAP/dz
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 May 13, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
During the month of April we experienced near perfect weather which resulted in optimum usage by Park patrons in all of our revenue producing departments. Golf cart rentals, the golf driving range, and boating and fishing each established new departmental revenue records during the month of April.
Departmental operating highlights will be summarized later in this report. The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for selected departments is as follows:
Revenue for April I Category Actual Budget Variance Total Park $271,195 $257,936 $ 13,259 Golf Course 87,464 77,100 10,364 Golf Cart Rental 50,989 45,000 5,989 Golf Driving Range 38,433 33,100 5,333 Tennis 12,760 11,400 1,360 Horticulture 1,354 1,000 354 Stadium 1,800 2,000 ( 200) Concessions 11,140 22,900 (11,760) Boating and Fishing 17,233 15,000 2,233
Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
Total Revenue $271,195 $257,936 $969,130 $945,318
'Ibtal Expenses 312,809 274,275 998,365 937,727
Net Operating Margin $(41,614) $(29,235) $ 7,592 , ::$=( 1::6:=, 3::3::8 ')
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The month of April may have produced the largest amount of self-generated revenue in the history of City Park. The 0.5 inches of rainfall recorded by the weather bureau is smallest rainfall ever accumulated during the month of April. The Fair weather coupled with good marketing and improving facilities resulted in a tremen dous influx of City Park patrons.
Although the revenue generated by eaCh department was very good, total expenses also exceeded budget by a wide margin. Since the park operates on a cash basis,invoices are expensed totally in the month of payment. No items are placed in a prepaid expense category even though the benefit of the expenditure may last over a several month period. With this accounting procedure in mind City Park expensed $14,000 of advertising brochures, $5,100 of legal fees, $3,900 for a tractor overhaul, and $11,000 in insurance payments during the month of April. Most every department exceeded I their budget in maintenance and repairs, and payroll expense. A review of individual departments is as follows:
For the second consecutive month golf play exceeded the rounds played last year on three of our four courses. The only course not exceeding prior year is the West (Champion) course whiCh was under going cart path renovation through part of April. Overall rounds of golf played in April (10,971) surpassed last year's total by 8.5%.
The dry weather, while increasing golfing activity, resulted in many hours of overtime payroll expense being required to water golf greens and tees.
Golf cart rentals established a new revenue record during the month of April while maintaining an average rental of 165 carts per day. The golf cart fleet is still under warranty and therefore is experiencing little maintenance expense. The operation is beginning to notice more frequent problems with the suspension and brake systems of the cart. The East (Wisner) course is the longest of our golf courses and seems to inflict the most damage to our carts. , The new cart paths of the Championship and Lakeside courses will help to minimize cart maintenance expense. Cart rentals of 4,992 exceeded prior year by 1,084 rentals whiCh is a 27.7% increase.
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The golf driving range established new revenue records for a month ($38,433), a day ($1,697.50), and a shift (511 buckets). The 15,563 buckets dispensed during April exceeded prior year by 3,752 buckets which equates to an increase of 31.8%. Driving range salaries exceeded budget because of 144 overtime hours being worked during one pay period in April. Hopefully, the labor problem at the driving range has been corrected and large expenditures for overtime should not occur in the near future.
Tennis revenue exceeded budget by $1,360 or 11.9%. Tbtal rental hours of 2,127 exceeded prior year by 350 hours. The Oilmen's Tennis Tburnament was held in April and was indeed a great success for both the Oilmen's Association and City Park.
Tennis repairs expense was very much over budget in April. The tennis center expended $1,000 in emergency electrical repairs to the courts, $900 of needed improvements to the Wisner building and $1,000 of replacement: netting. None of these expenses should I repeat themselves in the foreseeable future.
Renovations to shelters and ball diamonds resulted in these two areas being under budget by a combined total of $8,821.00. Rental of both areas has now begun and revenue should return to normal for the remainder of the year.
Boating, Fishing and Bike rentals also established a new revenue record during the month of April.
Boat rentals of 2,625 surpassed prior year by 424 which is an increase of 19.Y~. Monthly fishing statistics were excellent when considering the fact that last years Big Bass rodeo was held in April. The year-to-date number of fishing tickets sold (7,739), surpassed prior year by 2,673 which represents an increase of 52.8%.
Management and park maintenance have been very diligent about reducing the amount of weed and algae growth in the park's lagoons.
, The front section of City Park, that area south of 1-10, has remained relatively clean, while certain areas of the park north of 1-10 have become very much of a problem because of extensive algae growth. The Horticulture Committee will have an extended
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report on this unsightly problem and possible solutions.
The food and beverage, and amusement ride operations have both been doing very well, but because of accounting timing differences revenues from these areas will not be reflected on park books until the quarterly transfer occurs in June.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted, I w~£w Joseph H. Buscher William J. Rapp Administrator Genera 1 Manager
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PARK AREA. 1500 ACHES ",n,1I OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 May 13, 1985
PARK STATISTICS
As of 4/30/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D.
Daily Green Fees North 2,835 2,514 7,333 7,506 South 2,489 2,015 6,488 4,978 East 2,677 2,192 6,467 5,844 West 2,970 3,385 7,133 9,861 Discount $5.00 ° ° 3,220 ° 1II:n'hlY Golf Tick." 262 139 579 475 nua1 Golf Tickets ° ° 180 161 If Cart Rental - 18 Hole 4,171 3,236 10,805 8,661 9 Hole 821 672 2,239 1,955
Driving Range Buckets 15,563 11,811 39,807 33,161
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,127 1,777 6,541 7,084
Softball Games - Day 146 124 347 321 - Night 4 4 11 54
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 293 289 628 664
Peddle Boat - !:> Hour 477 400 918 939 " " 1 Hour 556 592 1,087 1,335 Skiffs - 1 Hour 672 658 1,517 1,415 Canoes - 1 Hour 811 325 1,518 886 Canoes - Scout Island 109 226 200 226
Fishing Ticket - D:lily Adult 3,155 3,257 6,181 3,747 " " " Youth 762 1,160 1,491 1,302 Pass 4 5 31 17 '"anoe FishingAnnual 36 ° 36 °
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·1 GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that the committee met and is seeking a sponsor for score cards. A purchase of new golf balls has been made for the driving range. Painting and cleaning is continuing. Shelling of the cart paths is near completion. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that the committee met. There, Mr. Bush advised that fifteen river birches have been planted; pansies are blooming; and palm tree trimming is being completed. Mr. Bush will be looking for a new arborist since Mr. Peterson has left the employ of the Park. At the committee meeting Mrs Bagert reported that trees in the Plaisance area have been pruned. Many trees planted along Bayou St. John have been lost and will be replaced. Regarding the request for cherry trees in the Tarnai Grove, Mrs. Read moved that a ground level plaque be placed next to the sidewalk with wording subject to approval. The motion was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried. Regarding use of herbacides Mr. Bush assured that damage would not occur. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported that the com I mittee met and several reports from staff were heard. Contact has been made with several news media personnel. It was suggested that in the Fall the Park sponsor a social and a tour for the news media. Mr. Willard read a resolution, copy attached, whereby the Park applies and commits to the Act 455 Matching Funds Program of the Louisiana Office of Tourism. He moved that the resolution be adopted, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, put to a vote and carried. Mr. Dunne stated that two additional brochures were in production. Mr. Frank Davis of Naturally New Orleans has recently done a feature on the Park's carousel and will return to do a feature on the train. Jim Henderson came to the Park to do a spot on the Jazz Festival. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that in the near future nine tennis courts will be converted to a parking area. MUSEID1 REPRESENTATIVE - }lr. Nelson advised that there was a regular board meetine to discuss with architects ,regarding the I museum's expansion. - 6 -
FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mrs. Read reported that Storyland is ex pected to open in mid-July. She stated that the recent Easter I Egg hunt was a sell-out. Hrs. Read stated that final approval should be received by Hay 1, 1985 on a recent grant application with the National Endowment of Art.
NEW BUSINESS: The President reported that the next meeting will be advanced to 3:30 P.M. on May 21, 1985, instead of 4 P.M. The meeting will convene for approximately one hour and will be followed by a guided tour of the Park. At next month's meeting the possibility of the Park not meeting during the months of July and August will be discussed. Mr. Smith reported that the Mayor has asked the Board to go on record regarding the bond issue on May 4. He moved that the Park Board go on record as a body endorsing this bond issue, which was seconded by Mr. Willard, put to a vote and carried. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was adjourned at 5:08 P.M. I C'JMcldA£ &04tdtw( Recording Secretary APPROVED:
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Due to a problem developing with the operation of motorized two-wheel and three-wheel "dirt bikes", or all-terrain vehicles, I in certain areas of the Park, Mr. Nelson moved that the Board adopt a policy prohibiting the operation of such vehicles on the grounds of City Park except on paved roadways. The motion was seconded by Mr. King, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Lund suggested that much publicity be given the new policy, and Mr. Willard suggested that the Park get an ordinance passed. At the committee meeting Mr. Rapp reported that the State ad vised that formal procedure should be used for selecting an architect to plan renovation of the Casino building and that as a first step a concept to the renovation must be prepared. The A&E and Concessions Committees in coordination with the staff will prepare the concept. Samples of City Park brochures were displayed, with same being distributed to the Tourist and Convention Bureau, hotels, etc. Mr. Nelson reported that general patronage of the Park and its special activities has been excellent, with the Public Relations Committee and staff to be congratulated. The Concessions and A&E Committees will meet to discuss the various possible uses of the Irby building and surrounding old swimming pool area. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Mr. Dickhaus reported that the committee I met and reports the following: Mr. Tessier reported that Bev Church told him D. H. Holmes had increased its pledge to Storyland from $1,000 to $15,000. The Friends have all the money required for Phase I. Mr. Rapp's Report: 1. Mr. Dick King's aunt, Mrs. Eola King, has donated a most munificent gift in memory of her granddaughter, Alexandra Fell King, to Storyland. 2. The Governor's operating budget shows a cut from $250,254 to $80,007 for City Park. Mr. Rapp was to meet April 8, 1985 with Senator Bagert and Representative Bruneau in re this pro posed cut. 3. The State has given a line of credit for $125,000 for ball diamonds. 4. The Interim Joint-Legislative Budget Committee has recom mended to the Governor that his capital outlay bill for Fy'86 include $318,400 for the Quadraplex and $200,000 for Storyland. (Both projects have private matching funds associated with them I and should be self-sustaining projects.) - 4 -
5. The Mayor has indicated that he wants the Streets Department I to administer the $150,000 for street improvements in the park. 6. The May 4th bond issue will include $404,000 for the Quadra- ple~. It was recommended that Mr. Rapp and appropriate board members speak with Mrs. Carol Dunne, President, and Mrs. Marietta Herr, Chairman, and Committee members of the League of Women Voters--who oppose this project. Their opposition is based on "green space" vs. ball field use. 7. The shelters project funded by $100,000 from the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund is just about complete. A date for an appropriate dedication is being planned by staff. 8. A supplemental application has been prepared for $15,000 for play equipment. It is possible the park can get these funds in September or October. 9. Mr. Rapp has joined the National Carousel Association and had written about a dozen cities to find out how they raised funds for their carousels. The Committee recommended at an appropriate time to ask "Friends" to: spearhead fundraising . for this project--as Mr. Tessier I indicated they had an interest in being involved in this proj- ect. It was agreed that this was not a propitious time to begin fundraising for this project and that we should delay action until Storyland funding is essentially completed. The park needs to raise $300,000 before the end of 1986, for the Carousel and other purchases. These purchases have been professionally appraised at $500,000 and Mr. Batt has agreed to reduce his asking price from $500K to $300K. The Carousel alone has been appraised at $318,000. There are 54 figures on the carousel and they are worth between $3,500 and $11,000. Sponsors may be able to underwrite their favorite horse, lion, etc. 10. The Holiday Celebration would cost $350,000 for capitali zation and $60,000 annually for operational expenses. It was agreed to put this project on the back burner and work to im prove the Friend's project initiated last year in the Rose Garden--and to test the market as to community interests in this project. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Mr. Smith reported that the committee met and reviewed the finances of the park for the first quarter adding they were in excellent condition. Revenues in the quar ter exceed the budget by $10,551. Expenses exceeded the budget by $22,103 giving a negative variance of $11,551. The excess expenditures resulted from large once a year expense items that will balance out over the year. These items were detailed in I the General Manager's report. 87
MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was I held on Tuesday, the Sixteenth Day of April, 1985, commencing at 4:07 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Janssen, King, Leake, Lund, Nelson, O'Keefe, Read, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich, Sylvester, Willard and Wulff. ABSENT: Commissioners DeViney, Rogers and Tessier. EXCUSED: Commissioners Barthelemy, Boudreaux, Hilbert, Keener, LeCorgne, Renaudin and Winston. GUESTS PRESENT: Mr. Barry Walton of the Mayor's Office, and Mr. Ramos. The President advised that the March 19, 1985 minutes had been distributed. It was moved by Mr. Leake, seconded by Mr. Gibert and duly carried that the minutes be accepted. The President advised that the General Manager's report had also I been distributed. It was moved by Mr. Gibert, seconded by Mr. Sylvester and duly carried that the report be accepted. For the benefit of newer Board members the President explained the roles of Bill Rapp as the Park's General Manager and Develop ment Officer, and that of Joe Buscher as the Park's Administrator who takes care of daily activities. No communications. REPORT OF THE OFFICERS: President - No Report. First Vice President - Excused. Second Vice President - No Report. Secretary - No Report. Treasurer, Mr. Bassich, reported that the monthly Treasurer's report had been circulated. I REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: - 2 -
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported and moved that the Board commission Christopher Friedrichs, Landscape Architect, for the conversion of 15 tennis courts I to a parking area, the fee not to exceed $2,500. The motion was seconded by Mr. King, was put to a vote and carried. Regarding the Equestrian Center Expansion Plan Mr. Gibert reported that same was received from Mr. Donald Maginnis, Architect. The committee submitted a list of comments to staff for transmittal to Mr. Maginnis for his implementation and/or comments. Relative to the leakage, cracks and paint failure of the Golf Cart Shed Addition, Mr. Gibert reviewed a letter drafted by Mr. Benton. The letter will be sent to the commissioned firm, with a copy to the General Contractor, advising them of building failures, copy ing the Legal Committee. He reported that the $5,900 electrical extra had been resolved. A soft drink dispenser area was suggested at the committee meeting to be placed at the rear of the Little Casino Building with a canvass roof protection. Mr. Gibert reported that the RTA and staff met to designate colors on the two RTA shelters. Iron benches are to be installed at the two locations. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee I met and advised of the following: City Park Food and Beverage Service for the six months of its fiscal year showed a net profit of $101,825; the Shop in the Park, showed a gross profit from sales of $3,554 for the year to date. The amusement rides, now open under park management, showed gross revenues of $19,000 and a net of $5700 for the month of March. Mr. Nelson reported that the Equestrian Center was doing well and has plans of building more stables and extending its bridle path. He stated that the fishing rodeo this year was the greatest ever and daily fishing, boating and bike rentals were enjoying phenomenal success. Mr. Nelson moved that at the request of Friends a 50¢ fee be charged for storytelling sessions in the formal gardens in addition to the 50¢ admission fee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Smith, put to a vote and carried. I MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COI1MISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION 1he regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was I held on Tuesday, the Sixteenth Day of July, 1985, commencing at 3:30 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, L~Corgne, Nelson, O'Keefe, Read, Rogers, Smith, Stich, Tessier, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early, Renaudin, Wulff. EXCUSED: Commissioners Gibert, Hilbert, Lund, Schoen, Siefken, and Sylvester. GUESTS PRESENT: Ms. Bev Church. Regarding the June minutes, Mr. Dickhaus noted that he wanted to be recorded as voting in opposition at the end of the first I paragraph of page 3. The minutes were accepted as amended. The President advised that the General Manager's report had been mailed. No Communications. REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: President - Mr. Peyroux reported that Mr. Sylvester offered to resign because he had to miss next four meetings. The Presi dent told him that is was not necessary and the Board concurred. First Vice President - No Report. Second Vice President - No Report. Treasurer, Mr. Bassich, reported that the monthly Treasurer's Report had been circulated. Secretary - Excused. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Boudreaux reported that the committee met and in concurrence with the Storyland I Committee moved that the proposed design be changed to relocate - 2 -
the main entrance to Storyland by removing a portion of fence along Victory Drive and creating an entrance on the street I rather than through "The Shop". The motion was seconded by Mr. LeCorgne, and after discussion, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Boudreaux reported that a preliminary design program for the Arboretum was submitted for review and will be resubmitted to the A&E Committee for approval before publication for the design competition program. He then described how the area would be used and then described the proposed buildings (visitors center/administration building, propaeation greenhouse and maintenance building). After extensive discussion the President directed the A&E Committee to study the various issues raised during discussion, to report back to him and called a special Board meeting for Thursday, July 25, 1985 at 4:00 P.M. in the Board Room. Mr. Boudreaux reported that the committee reviewed the working drawings for conversion to parking of a portion of the tennis courts which will cost approximately $25,000 and includes cleaning slab, marking bays, installing concrete ramps, re moving fence and providing an in/out driveway. Mr. Boudreaux stated that the committee approved the drawings and offered same for Board approval. After discussion Mr. Janssen moved that the Board approve drawings; however, changing the parking to diagonal instead of right angle, which was seconded by Mr. LeCorgne. The motion was put to a vote and carried. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee I met and recommended a resolution to the Board concerning the purchase of an awning to be installed alongside the Casino for special events and so moved. The motion was seconded by Mr. Leake, \'las put to a vote and carried. Mr. Nelson reported that the Friends of City Park requested permission to issue ten complimentary tickets for use in the Park with each annual membership with one ticket being for the carousel and one for the train ride and so moved. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Read, was put to a vote and carried. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE Mr. Dickhaus reported that the commit tee met and Mr. Rapp advised that the state budget for fiscal year 1986 had $212,000 in it for operating funds, which is a 16% reduction from last year. At its meeting Mr. Rapp reported that Governor Edwards had agreed to commit $318,400 in public work funds, to Senator Bagert, to complete the softball complex. Mr. Dickhaus reported that the amusement ride purchase is the Park's number one capital priority, with the amount of $300,000 necessary by December 31, 1986. $50,000 has been asked from I the City, either from the Wisner Fund or from Miscellaneous Capital Funds Account that is generated by the investment of bond funds. - 3 -
Regarding Quadraplex funding from the City it was reported that the Mayor had agreed to let the Park administer the bond funds, but that he would select the professional service contractors. Mr. Rapp is seeking help from concessions vendors to complete I the concessions stand in the Quadraplex. The cornnittee approved Quadraplex advertising by the placement of inside advertising, not including liquor or cigarette ads, along the playing field walls and referred same to the A&E Committee. It was estimated that 80 advertisements could generate approximately $30,.000 annually. Mr. Dickhaus reported that to receive $5,000 in Jefferson Parish funds a contract must be signed stipulating that 150 free tic kets be placed in both the East and West bank libraries (total 300 tickets to Storyland) and so moved. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bassich, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Dickhaus reported on the possibility of City Park receiving $15,000 from Land and Water Conservation Funds for playground equipment, water fountains and furniture near the five picnic shelters which were recently renovated with $100,000 from Land & Water Conversation Funds and from $100,000 in City Funds. Mr. Rapp and staff are working with Orleans Parish School Board and the Regional Transit Authority to become exempt from all state and local taxes, as provided in HB1636 (the Saints Tax I Exempt Bill). The President, as did Mr. Dickhaus, stated that Senator Bagert has done a lot of work for the Park and is due recognition by the Board. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Mr. Smith reported that the committee met and reviewed the financial results for the first six months, noting that the Park is operating on a fiscally sound basis with a $41,500 surplus. Golf leads with a net operating revenue of $236,603, which is $87,897 ahead of budget. Conces sions, Boating E, .Fishing had net revenue of $201,286.50. Mr. Smith reported that the total investment return for the Board's pension plan for the year ended December 31, 1984 was 15.6%, which compares favorably with the 15.0% return registered by the Shearson Lehman Bros. Corporate Board Index. Due to the surplus, Mr. Nelson moved that the elevator within the Administration Building be repaired, which was seconded by Mr. Leake. However, after discussion, Mr. Nelson amended his motion stating that any funds available near the end of the year be used for the repairs, which was seconded by Mr. Leake. The I motion was put to a vote and failed. - 4 -
GOLF COMMITTEE - No report. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS CO}~ITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that the I committee did meet. She stated that Beauregard Circle is being replanted. Regarding the Park's algoons, Mr. Buscher reported that the lagoons were at its worse due to aquatic growth. The Wildlife and Fisheries Department will be testing a site at the Ursuline Canal. If dredging and draining is feasible the lagoons near the riding academy will be cleaned first. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report, except for the fact that their work was completed on the lease for the polo group and was signed today. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - No Report. However, Mr. Dunne distributed copies of various ads and Park information being found in local papers and magazines. He also reported on good television and radio coverage. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that the committee met and mainly discussed the new parking area. He stated at its next meeting a Sugar Bowl representative would be present. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No Report. FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that several hundred children have been entertained with storytelling in I the Garden during the month of June. After two weeks of mailing, Mr. Boudreaux reported that $8,825 had been received for Lark in the Park tickets. Mr. Boudreaux moved that $2,000 be allocated by the Park Board for the NEA project (the Arboretum Design Competition), which would be matched by Mrs. Stone. The motion vlaS seconded, was put to a vote and carried. The President stated that due to a lack of direction regarding the Plaisance area, he has formed a committee to act as liaison with Mr. Winston as Ad Hoc Chairman. The opening of Storyland is scheduled for Monday, August 26, 1985 at which the Governor and Senator Bagert will be present. As of this date $425,000 has been raised. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was adjourned at 5:13 P.M.
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Also gives the elcted official the option of not recusing himself but filing a statement indicating why he can cast a vote that is fair, orjective, and in the public interest. Proposed law requires I an appointed member of any board or commission to recuse himself in case of such a violation, and gives him the same option not to recuse himself but instead file a similar statement." Mr. Stich moved that the Board go on record in favor of support ing legislation, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson. After dis cussion the motion was put to a vote and carried with Mr. Sylvester requesting to be recorded in opposition. COMMUNICATIONS: The President stated that a letter was received concerning handicapped access in the Park. Plans were reviewed on what steps the Park is taking, has taken and will take. REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: First Vice President - No Report. Seconded Vice President - Excused. Secretary - No Report. Treasurer, Mr. Bassich, reported that the report had been circu I lated. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Boudreaux reported that the committee reviewed and approved of plans for expansion of the Equestrian Center with four minor changes. Regarding termite damage to Shelter No.9, the Legal Committee advised the A&E Committee that the Park should pursue the ex terminator's responsibility to correct termite damage. The committee reviewed a renovation plan for the Casino Building. A landscaping plan around the amusement rides was reviewed and approved with suggested modification. A plan was submitted by Mr. Christopher Friedrichs for the removal of nine tennis courts and development of a parking area. The committee approved the plan in concept and requested Mr. Friedrichs to submit a staged budgeted schedule for the work. Mr. Boudreaux stated that a proposal is to be received to deepen the lagoon between the Equestrian Center and Marconi Drive for approximately $15,000. Proposal details would be submitted for , review and approval by the A&E Committee. MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COM}lISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, May 21, 1985, commencing at 3:37 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was I present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Nelson, O'Keefe, Renaudin, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Stich, Sylvester, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Dickhaus, Early, Hilbert, Tessier and Wulff. EXCUSED: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Gibert, Lund, Read and Smith. GUESTS PRESENT: Mr. Mark Stewart of the Mayor's Office, and Mr. Ramos. The President announced that the bus tour of the Park which had been scheduled was cancelled due to earlier rainfall and will be rescheduled. Regarding minutes of the April meeting, it was moved by Mr. Sylvester, seconded by Mr. Winston and duly carried that the minutes be approved as written. I The General Manager's report had been mailed to all commissioners. Mr. Rapp supplemented his report stating that the City in screen ing bills submitted to the Senate, requested a vote from the City Park Board, either in favor of or against Senate Bills 770 and 771. He read the digest of Senate Bill 770: "Present law precludes a legal entity in which an appointed member of a board or commission has an economic interest from bidding on, entering into, or being in any way interested in any contract, subcontract, or other transaction which is under the supervision or jurisdic tion of the board or commission. Proposed law requires that the interest the appointed member has in the legal entity be a con trolling interest rather than an economic interest. Mr. LeCorgne moved that the Board take a neutral position, which was seconded by Mr. Boudreaux. A substitute motion was offered by Mr. Stich in support of the proposed law, which was seconded by Mr. Leake. The substitute motion was put to a vote and carried, with Mr. Boudreaux and Mr. Sylvester wishing to be recorded as in opposition. Mr. Rapp then read the digest of Senate Bill 771: "Present law , requires an elected official to recuse himself from voting if such vote would be a violation of the Code of Government Ethics. - 3 -
CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported on matters discussed at its committee meeting. Requiring action was a motion made by Mr. Nelson that the following revised schedule of fees for I ball diamond usage be approved: Diamonds 1-17, 3 hrs., from $9 to $10; 18-19, 3 hrs., day, $11.50 to $13; 18-19, 2 hrs. night - $22 to $25. The motion was seconded by Mr. ~, put to a vote and carried. Mr. Nelson reported that staff presented a proposal for playing polo on Scout Island in City Park and on behalf of the committee moved that the area of Scout Island be advertised for lease for use by Lessee exclusively for polo practice and play (no other equestrian use permitted); provided that existing use by Scouts be continued, and provided that existing use for High School athletic practice be continued, with such usages to be coordinated by Lessee; and provided further that Lessee assume maintenance of the grounds and responsibility therefor and provides adequate restroom facilities for persons using the area; and provided that Lessee removes no trees or shrubbery, makes no changes in ground contour or drainage, and neither constructs nor alters any structures without review and approval of the Architecture and Engineering Committee; and provided that City Park is adequately protected by insurance provided by Lessee, and that a rental of not less than $12,000 per year or $1000 for each member of the polo club ~e charged whichever is greater; the lease to be for a term of one year, with option for four one-year renewals; and subject to cancellation without cause on 90-days notice by- either party. I The motion was seconded by Mr. King. Mr. Janssen moved to amend the motion that the contract include to limit use to areas west of road within Scout Island, which was seconded by Mr. King. After discussion a vote was taken on the amended motion which carried. Mrs. Rogers suggested that the word "exclusively" be changed to "solely" . The President put on the floor the motion of Mr. Nelson which carried. Mrs. Comiskey requested that the minutes reflect her voting in opposition. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Although the committee did not meet, Mr. Rapp stated that he and representatives are monitoring a bill regarding the sales tax on arenas and stadiums. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. FINANCE COMMITTEE - No Report. GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that golf was doing ex tremely well this month and was $51,000 over last year for the first four months. He stated this was due to the new , carts, weather and the courses. - 4 -
Mr. Schoen moved to do away with the golf ball dispensin~ machine and to sell directly from the ticket office at a fee of ~l, an I increase of 25¢. The motion was seconded by Mr. Keener, put to a vote and carried. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mr. Janssen reported that blooms were beginning to show on wild flowers which were planted recently. He stated that improvements to Harrison Avenue were removed from the Mayor's list. Due to algae and weeds back in the lagoons the use of herbicides will be studied. Mrs. Rogers advised the Board that Bayou St. John was in serious shape and stated there were several dead ducks and nutria due to the decayed growth. Mr. Bushed stated that the water has been lowered for approximately 30 days because of the Esplanade bridge. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No report; however, it was stated that there is an existing City ordinance from prohibiting motorized vehicles on green areas within City Park. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported that advertise ments were reviewed for City Park promotion. A collared, pullover shirt and T-shirts were displayed and will be worn by the members of City Park staff. I An estimated 55,000 people attended City Park over the past weekend. Mr. Dunne added that three articles recently appeared in the newspaper; two letters to the editor and a feature article in a fishing magazine. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that due to insufficient funds at this time the removal of tennis courts to be converted into parking will be done approximately in three separate phases. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No report. FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that drafting a job description and search for an executive director for Friends has begun. Also, an advisory committee to the Botanical Garden is being formed. Over 8,000 hours have been contributed by Friends volunteers between April 1, 1984 and March 31, 1985. The Park's application to the National Endowment for the Arts for a grant to conduct a design competition for an arboretum has been approved. I - 4 -
Mr. Schoen moved to do away with the golf ball dispensing machine and to sell directly from the ticket office at a fee of ~l, an increase of 25¢. The motion was seconded by Mr. Keener, put to I a vote and carried. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mr. Janssen reported that blooms were beginning to show on wild flowers which were planted recently. He stated that improvements to Harrison Avenue were removed from the Mayor's list. Due to algae and weeds back in the lagoons the use of herbicides will be studied. Mrs. Rogers advised the Board that Bayou St. John was in serious shape and stated there were several dead ducks and nutria due to the decayed growth. Mr. Bushed stated that the water has been lowered for approximately 30 days because of the Esplanade bridge. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No report; however, it was stated that there is an existing City ordinance from prohibiting motorized vehicles on green areas within City Park. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported that advertise ments were reviewed for City Park promotion. A collared, pullover shirt and T-shirts were displayed and will I be worn by the members of City Park staff. An estimated 55,000 people attended City Park over the past weekend. Mr. Dunne added that three articles recently appeared in the newspaper; two letters to the editor and a feature article in a fishing magazine. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that due to insufficient funds at this time the removal of tennis courts to be converted into parking will be done approximately in three separate phases. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No report. FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that drafting a job description and search for an executive director for Friends has begun. Also, an advisory committee to the Botanical Garden is being formed. Over 8,000 hours have been contributed by Friends volunteers between April 1, 1984 and March 31, 1985. The Park's application to the National Endowment for the Arts , for a grant to conduct a design competition for an arboretum has been approved. Octobe~ 14, 1985 has been selected as the. date fo~ F~i-ends' next goU tou~nament, I NEW BUSJ:NESS. Mr:;;, Roge~s recommended and moved that due to Harri-son Avenue being assi-gned low priortty that the P:r:es:i:dent wr:i:te a letter to the Mayor cit:i:ng reasons why Harr:i:son Avenue should be re Paired, which WaS seconded by M:r:, Boudreaux, put to a vote and car'( :i:ed, UNFJ:NISHED BUSINESS: The Pres:i:dent had p:r:ev:i:ously suggested that the Board $k:i:p its monthly me.et:i:ngs du:r:i-ng tl'te months of July and August and the Executive Comm:i:ttee be authorized to take whatever action necessary, However, Mr. Nelson suggested against it due to those two months be:i:ng very busy for the Park and sug" gested that if the Park was to skip any meetings it should be du:r:ing the winte:r:,
On a motion madei seconded and duly ca:r:ried the meet:i:ng was adjourned at 5:0) P,M.
I ~ci~4cZReco:r:dtng Secretary AfPROVED:
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'n.nu OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 462-4666
'IREASURERS REPORT
RE~P OF FINANCIAL POSITION
MAY 31, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance April 30, 1985 $ 55,836.64 Receipts month of May, 1985 317,650.76 Interest Income 2,160.83
Sub-total $ 375,648.23
I Disbursements: Checks Nos. 5947 thru 6157 $ 414,070.44 Loan Repayment - Cart shed 2,947.57 Loan Repayment - carts 7,302.00
Sub-total $ 424,320.01
Balance May 31, 1985 $ (48,671.78)
other Cash:
Payroll account 7,751. 39
Petty cash account 2,962.97
Tbta1 cash on hand & in banks May 31, 1985 $ (37,957.42) ,
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'~J\.U OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
:-lEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 June 11, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR JUNE 18, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 3:30 p.m.
PLACE: casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of May 21, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. COmmunications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Tbur of Park Facilities.
13. Adjournment.
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 June 11, 1985
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FROM: ROBERT A. PEYROUX
RE: TOUR OF PARK FACILITIES
'Ibis is a reminder that our JUne meeting will include a tour of all of the areas within City Park. This special meeting will be called to order at 3:30 p.m. which is a half hour prior to our normally scheduled starting time.
All Committee Chairmen are reminded that committee , reports should be limited to only those items requiring Board approval or action. The intent of this procedure is to re serve as much time as possible for the guided bus tour.
Because of time constraints it is most important for members to be prompt as I'm sure that we are all looking for ward to the tour.
Robert A. Peyroux President I RAP/dz /o~
~n.n,1.JP OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA i0119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 June 11, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
May was yet another very good month for City Park. The beautiful sunny weather experienced throughout the Metropolitan area induced massive numbers of people who again enjoyed the many services we offer to the general public.
The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all depart ments is as fOllows:
Revenue for May
Category Actual Budget Variance , Golf Course $ 93,901 $ 83,500 $ 10,401 Golf Carts 57,837 57,500 337 Golf Driving Range 33,180 31,700 1,480 City Appropriation 29,167 29,167 0 State Appropriation 20,854 20,854 0 Tennis 12,932 16,100 ( 3,168) Horticulture 4,325 2,000 2,325 Stadia 300 4,500 ( 4,200) Concessionaires 3,002 2,900 102 Marconi Meadow 11,942 2,400 9,542 Shelter Rentals 2,458 1,800 658 Baseball 5,715 3,000 2,715 Interest Income 2,893 2,500 393 Miscellaneous 1,478 700 778 Boating and Fishing 14,813 14,000 813 Total Park 294,798 273,038 21,760
Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
Total Revenue $294,798 $273,038 $1,263,928 $1,218,356 t Total Expenses 302,063 294,763 1, 300,428 1, 232 , 490 Net Operating Margin $( 7,265) $(21,725) $ (36,500) $ (14,134)
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 June 11, 1985
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During the month of May City Park operations experienced a surplus of $14,500, which reduced the year-to-date operating deficit to a cumulative total of $22,366.
Every department, without exception, experienced an increase in patron utilization when comparing May 1985 with the same period during the previous year.
The number of rounds of golf played on each of our four golf courses exceeds golfing activity both for the month and year-to date totals of 1984.
The abundance of dry weather has posed maintenance problems on our golf courses as three of the four courses do not have irrigation systems and must be watered manually. , Golf cart rentals once again established a new revenue record during the month of May, while having an average rental of 182 carts per day. Total cart rentals of 5,656 exceeded May 1984 totals by 1,656. This is an increase of 41.4%.
The golf driving range continues to do very well, as revenue from operations has exceeded budget every month this year. A new piece of equipment has been purchased for the driving range which will hopefully improve the efficiency of the operation and reduce overtime previously required from personnel.
Horticulture revenue increased significantly as sales of plants and fees collected for garden parties and weddings totaled $4,325 during the month of May. This represents two thirds of the year-to-date revenue from Horticulture and Grounds.
A special hybrid 419 turf was planted May 1st in Tad Gormley Stadium. This type of grass was developed specifically for areas involved in athletic usage and should greatly enhance the field for high school football played this fall.
WYLD day in the Park was held at the Marconi Meadow during the past month. The event brought massive amounts of people to I City Park causing the revenue generated from this event to greatly exceed budget projections.
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Boat rentals of 2,732 surpassed prior year totals by 659 (3l.8%). Monthly fishing ticket sales of 1,996 exceeded prior year by 166. However, ticket sales for fishing have decreased toward the latter part of the month because of increasing pro blems with weed growth in the back lagoons of the Park.
wildlife and Fisheries stocked the water area around Scout Island with 12,000 hybrid striped bass. '!his news, which was broadcast on WWL T.V., should stimulate fishing in the park for several years to come.
We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself. , Respectfully submitted,
j~f!.~~ WJJ '( Joseph H. Buscher Willi~ap Administrator General Manager
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 June II, 1985
PARK STATISTICS
As of 5/31/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D.
Daily Green Fees North 2,960 2,482 10,293 9,988 South 2,569 1,635 9,057 6,613 East 2,625 1,837 9,092 7,681 West 3,383 2,878 10,516 12,739 Discount $5.00 0 0 3,220 0
Monthly Golf Tickets 195 187 774 662 Annual Golf Tickets 0 0 180 161 ~lf Cart Rental - 18 Hole 4,775 3,266 15,580 11,927 - 9 Hole 881 734 3,120 2,689
Driving Range Buckets 13,664 11,253 53,471 44,414
Tenni s Court s - Rental Hours 2,521 2,423 9,062 9,507
Softball Games - Day 151 109 498 430 - Night 0 0 11 54
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 282 229 910 893
Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 596 508 1,514 1,447 " " 1 Hour 475 417 1,562 1,752 Skiffs - 1 Hour 715 633 2,232 2,048 canoes - 1 Hour 776 326 2,294 1,212 canoes - Scout Island 170 189 370 415
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 1,557 1,431 7,738 5,178 " " " Youth 405 349 1,896 1,651 " Annual Pass 0 50 31 67 ,anoe Fishing 34 0 70 0
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Seventeenth Day of June, commencing at , 3:30 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Hilbert, Keener, LeCorgne, Lund, Nelson, O'Keefe, Read, Renaudin, Rogers, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Tessier and Winston.
ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early, Leake, Stich and Wulff.
EXCUSED: Commissioners Gibert, Janssen, King, Sylvester and Willard.
The President requested that due to the bus tour of the Park which would take approximately two hours committee chairmen limit their reports to matters requiring action.
Regarding minutes of the May meeting, it was moved by Mr. Winston, seconded by Mr. LeCorgne and duly carried that the I minutes be approved as written. The President advised that the General Manager's report had been mailed.
No Communications.
REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS:
President - No Report.
First Vice President - No Report.
Second Vice President - No Report.
Treasurer, Mr. Bassich, reported that the monthly Treasurer's Report had been circulated.
Secretary - Excused.
REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Boudreaux stated that although the committee met, there were no matters requiring I Board action. - 2 -
CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and on behalf of same moved that an admission fee of $1.50 for adults and children on an individual basis and an admission , fee of 75~ for groups of ten or more for admission to Storyland (expected to open late August 1985) be approved. The motion was seconded by Mr. Boudreaux.
Mr. Dickhaus, speaking in opposition to the motion, moved to defer action to look at the budget and to do a marketing analysis, which was seconded by Mr. Hilbert. After discussion a vote was taken on the substitute motion, which failed; Mr. Dickhaus and Mrs. Comiskey voting in favor of deferring.
Mr. Siefken moved to amend the price to $1, which was seconded by Mr. Dickhaus. This motion was put to a vote and failed.
After much discussion a vote was taken on the original motion of Mr. Nelson which was carried; Mr. Dickhaus and Mrs. Comiskey voting in opposition.
Mr. Nelson reported that NOMA proposed for November 10, 1985 a "Sunday in the Park" with concerts and other entertainment. He moved that the committee endorses the proposed festivities and recommended that the Park Board cooperate fully, which was seconded by Mrs. Renaudin. Mrs. Comiskey added that the festivities were in honor of Murial Francis Bultzman. The motion was duly carried. I Mr. Boudreaux, President of Friends, presented to the President a check for $110,104 which represented a net profit against a budget of $104,400 for the third quarter of its fiscal year from the City Park Food and Beverage Service.
DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - No Report.
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - Mr. LeCornge reported there were personnel matters to be discussed in executive session and so moved, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. Non-Board members were excused from the meeting room.
Upon non-Board members returning to the meeting room, Mr. LeCorgne reported that the committee met and performed mid year reviews and indicated that staff was doing very well. Mr. LeCorgne moved that Mr. Joseph Buscher receive a salary increase from $29,500 to $35,000, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried.
GOLF COMMITTEE - No Report.
HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read moved that Mr. Joseph Buscher be allowed to investigate the feasibility of using aquatic herbicides in a test area, which is a pond I •
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at the end of the Ursuline Canal, and to obtain the necessary permits to use the herbicides. The motion was seconded by Mr. Tessier. After discussion, the motion was put to a vote and carried, with Mr. Nelson voting in opposition.
Mrs. Read reported that with the arborist position still not filled it was requested that those funds be left in the H&G budget until the position is filled.
Regarding the development of the competition packet for the NEA design competition, Mrs. Read moved that Nursery Island be included in the area subject to the competition which includes the area designated as arboretum on the 1984 Master Plan establishing boundaries as: Harrision Avenue, the adjacent lagoon and the West golf course line. The motion was seconded by Mr. Tessier, put to a vote and carried.
An advisory committee was appointed by the President to work with Friends on this project and to review the material in the competition packet. Thos appointed were Messrs. Nelson, Gibert, Janssen and Rapp.
LEGAL COMMITTEE - Mr. Lund reported that the lease for polo play has been drafted and bids were received yesterday. I PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Dunne reported that the Park received good television and radio coverage and would be the host location for a pilot on fishing to be done at the canoe landing.
TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported and moved that the one bid received from the City Park Tennis Club for $112,000 for ten rubico courts be accepted, which was seconded by Mr. Nelson, was put to a vote and carried.
MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No Report. The President stated, however, that the Museum Board has decided to change its charter and instead of six City Park Board members being chosen to its board, the number will decrease to two. Present members will be allowed to remain until their terms expire. Board members requested that President to write a letter to the NOMA Board expressing their feelings and of the long tradition of having six City Park Board members on the NOMA Board.
FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that 58 cherry trees have been ordered as a donation of the Japan Club of I New Orleans. •
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Meeting was adjourned from Board room at 4:25 P.M. and Board , members then went on a one hour tour of the Park.
Recording Secretary
APPROVED:
PRE SID E N T
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888
mEASURERS REPORT
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
J1JNE 30, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance April 30, 1985 $ (48,671.78) Receipts month of May, 1985 414,447.96 Interest Income - 0 -
Sub-total $ 365,776.18
I Di sbur sement s : Checks Nos. 6159 thru 6335 $ 303,147.59 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,919.48 Loan Repayment - Carts 7,236.90
Sub-total $ 313,303.97
Balance June 30, 1985 $ 52,472.21
other Cash:
Payroll account 4,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,962.97
Total cash on hand & in banks June 30, 1985 $ 60 , 186.57 I
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482·4888 July 9, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR JULY 16, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF CGlMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 3:30 p.m.
PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of June 18, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager ,. s Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative~
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Tour of Park Facilities.
13. Adjournment. I
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 4B2-4BB8
July 9, 1985
TO: BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
FRCM: ROBER T A. PEYROUX
RE: TOUR OF PARK FACILITIES
This is a reminder that our July meeting will include a tour of all of the areas within City Park. This special meeting will be called to order at 3:30 p.m. which is a half hour prior to our normally scheduled starting time. I All Committee Chairmen are reminded that committee reports should be limited to only those items requiring Board approval or action. The intent of this procedure is to reserve as much time as possible for the guided bus tour.
Because of time constraints it is most important for members to be prompt as I'm sure that we are all looking forward to the tour.
af4vdza.~~ Robert A. Peyro ~ _ President t1~ I RAP/mn
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119.I'HONE (504) 482-4888 July 9, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
The leisure and recreational activities offered by New Orleans City Park were enjoyed by an ever increasing number of citizens during the month of June. Most all areas of the Park performed extremely well, as financial operating results were reversed from a year-to-date deficit to an ending surplus of $41,530 as of June 30, 1985.
The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all departments is as follows:
Revenue for June , Category Actual Budget Variancjil Golf Course $ 99,870 $ 71,900 $ 27,970 Golf Carts 60,974 49,500 11,474 Golf Driving Range 32,047 30,000 2,047 City Appropriation 29,167 29,167 State Appropriation 20,854 20,854 Tennis 15,674 12,200 3,474 Horticulture 1,461 1,000 461 Stadia 4,500 (4,500) Concessionaires 3,503 2,900 603 Marconi Meadow 1,562 2,400 (838) Food & Beverage 77,604 45,200 32,404 Amusement Rides 32,500 59,100 (26,600) Shelter Rentals 1,680 1,200 1,480 Baseball 863 1,000 (137) Interest Income 2,500 (2,500) Miscellaneous 151 700 (549) Boating & Fishing 10,845 8,000 2,845 'lbtal Park 388,756 342,538 46,218 I
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 July 9, 1985 - 2 - Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget Total Revenue $388,756 $342,538 $1,652,684 $1,560,894 Total Expense 227,683 245,361 1. 533. 111 1.482,851 Net Margin $161.073 $ 97.177 $ 119,573 $ 78.043
As the revenue from operations clearly indicates, the month of June was financially rewarding to City Park. Department supervisors are to be commended as revenues exceeded budget while expenses were held under projected levels. The result of these two favorable variances resulted in a monthly surplus of $63,886 and a year-to-date surplus of $41,530.
Golf had an extremely strong month of activity as play on all four courses greatly exceeded the number of rounds played the previous year. , Total revenue of $99,870 represents the largest amount of fees collected during any month this year.
Golf cart rentals established five park records for patron utilization during the month of June. Total cart rentals of 6061 represents the most carts rented in any single month, daily average rentals of 202 carts is the highest average of any month, a weekend rental of 639 carts is the highest two day total, total revenue of $60,974 is the largest monthly revenue generated during any month of operation, and a single day record total of 349 carts were rented on June 30.
The golf driving range continues to do well with revenue and patron activity showing a 20% increase over prior years. The range received many loads of landfill during the month of June in an effort to improve the turf conditions of the grounds.
Tennis had the best month of the current year as they rented 2,567 hours of court time which produced $15,674 of revenue. A new lease has been signed for the rental of 10 rubico courts to the New Orleans Tennis Club. The lease was effective on July I, 1985.
We are hopeful that work on conversion of nine tennis courts I to a parking lot will begin within the next few weeks.
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 July 9, 1985 - 3 -
The quarterly transfer of funds from the Food and Beverage and Amusement Ride operations took place during the month of June. The Food and Beverage operations are operating admirably as they exceeded net budget by $32,400 for the quarter. The Amusement Rides, although outperforming prior year activities, are not meeting budget expectations. Unless the summer and fall operations are extremely good, the amusement rides operation will be hard pressed to meet the very optimistic budget forecast.
Boating and Fishing are also doing extremely well thus far this year. This department is operating 28.8% over prior year utilization, and 17.9% ahead of budgeted revenue projections. The water quality in the front lagoons, where our boats are rented, is very clear with little weed growth problems. Aquatic weeds in the lagoons north of I-IO are still very heavy. We are currently working with agents of the Wildlife and FiSheries department, as well as independent con tractors, in an effort to solve the problem. , We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners Should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted,
William J.
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 July 1, _1985
PARK STATISTICS
As of 6/30/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y. T. D. Y.T.D. Daily Green Fees North 2,878 2,510 13,171 12,498 South 2,539 1,515 11,596 8,128 East 2,695 1,660 11,787 9,341 West 3,292 2,580 13,808 15,319 Di scount $5.00 o o 3,220 o
Monthly Golf Tickets 185 193 959 855 Annual Golf Tickets o o 180 161
Cart Rental - 18 Hole 4,910 3,170 20,490 15,097 - 9 Hole 1,151 747 4,271 3,436
54,887 1Dr~ving Range Buckets 12,978 10,473 66,449 Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,567 2,260 11,629 11,767
Softball Games - Day 76 180 574 610 - Night o o 11 54
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 223 104 1,133 997
Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 515 341 2,029 '1,788 .. II 1 Hour 446 381 2,008 2,133 Skiffs - 1 Hour 559 354 2,791 2,402 Canoes - 1 Hour 597 224 2,891 1,436 Canoes - Scout Island 110 146 480 561
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 918 770 8,656 5,948 .. .. - Daily Youth 370 325 2,266 1,976 .. Annual Pass o 1 31 68 Canoe Fishing 29 o 99 o I
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504)482-4888 July 18, 1985
TO: ALL COMMISSIONERS
FROM: ROBERT A. PEYROUX
RE: SPECIAL MEETING OF THE B~D OF COMMISSIONERS
There will be a Special meeting of the Board of Commissioners on Thursday, July 25, 1985 at 4:00 p.m. in the Board room.
The purpose of this meeting is for the Board of I Commissioners to consider the Program for the Design Competition of the Arboretum in accordance with the NEA Grant.
Please try to attend!
(j~d.~ Robe~t A. Peyroux --I~ AJ.? Pres1dent • ~ ~.~ .
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888
mFASURERS REPOR T
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
JULy 31, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance June 30, 1985 $ 52,472.21 Receipts month of July 1985 288,851.05 Interest Income -0-
Sub-total $ 341,323.26
I Disbursements:
Checks Nos. 6336 thru 6483 $ 256,980.19 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,846.49 Loan Repayment - Carts 7,096.49
Sub~tota1 $ 266,923.17
Balance July 31, 1985 $ 74,400.09
otl),er Cash:
Payroll account 4,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,962.97
Total cash on hand & in banks July 31, 1985 $ 82,114.45 I
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 4B2~4BBB August 13, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
Despite the inclement weather over the extended 4th of July weekend, self-generated revenue for the park exceeded budget by $19,800 in the month of July. This coupled with the fact that operating expenses were below budget resulted in a year-to-date surplus of $62,800.
The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all departments is as follows:
Revenue for July
category Actual Budget Variance
I Golf Course $ 91,083 $ 77,000 $ 14,083 Golf Carts 57,860 54,500 3,360 Golf Driving Range 34,167 30,000 4,167 City Appropriation 29,167 29,167 0 State Appropriation 17,440 20,854 ( 3,414) Tennis 13,734 15,400 ( 1,666) Horticulture 1,844 700 1,144 Stadia 10,000 4,500 5,500 Concessionaires 2,315 3,316 ( 1,001) Marconi Meadow 210 2,400 ( 2,190) Shelter Rentals 1,750 1,500 250 Baseball 944 2,000 ( 1,056) Interest Income o 2,500 ( 2,500) Miscellaneous 167 700 ( 533) Boating & Fishing 7,399 7,200 199 Total Park $ 268,080 $ 251,737 $ 16,343
Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget Total Revenue $268,080 $251,737 $1,920,764 $1,812,631 Total Expense 226.371 235,800 1,764,025 1, 718, 651 I Net Margin $ 41,709 $ 15,937 $ 156.739 $ 93,980
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 462-4666 August 13, 1985
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As can be seen from the above illustrations, the month of July was another financially successful period with revenues exceeding budget while expenses were below budgeted levels. The result of these two favorable variances was a monthly surplus of $25,772 and a year-to-date surplus of $62,759.
Golf again had an excellent month as play on all four courses exceeded the number of rounds played the previous year. Golf cart rentals again exceeded budget during the month of July. Finally, the golf driving range continues to do well with patron activity showing a steady 20% increase over last year.
Work on conversion of nine tennis courts to a parking lot is now underway. It is anticipated that this work will be completed for the opening of Storyland now scheduled for September 16, 1985.
The Bud Super Fest was held in Tad Gormley Stadium on August 3, I 1985. Turnout for the Bud Super Fest was below expectations, but the event took place without any serious problems. In addition, there were no complaints from local residents.
The park staff is now preparing the stadia for the upcoming football season which starts August 30th. Improvements to Tad Gormley Stadium this year include renovation of the East restrooms (note the West restrooms were renovated last year), regrading the field, planting a new hybrid turf, installation of an automatic sprinkler system and painting the locker rooms. The total cost of these improvements exceeded $45,000.
Registration for the Aboretum Design Competition, sponsored by the Friends of City Park and the National Endowment for the Arts, is now underway. All interested parties are invited to enter this competition. Registration for this competition will be closed on October 25, 1985.
Lastly, the 4th Annual Lark in the Park will be held on September 27, 1985. All commissioners are encouraged to purchase their tickets early since this year's event promises to be bigger I and better than ever!
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We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted,
gAM 9f~ ~ ~ G-J\~~ J seph. Buscher I (\~ ~lliarn J. Rapp I Administrator ~J7>J\J ~neral Manager JHB/WJR/dz
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 August 12, 1985
PARK STATISTICS As of 7/31/85
Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y.T.D. Daily Green Fees North 2,713 2,687 15,884 15,185 South 2,156 1,680 13,752 9,808 East 2,432 1,883 14,219 11,224 West 3,108 3,071 16,916 18,390 Discount $5.00 o o 3,220 o
Monthly Golf Tickets 178 159 1,.137 1,014 Annual Golf Tickets o o 180 161 Cart Rental- 18 Hole 4,619 3,343 25,109 18,440 - 9 Hole 1,200 736 5,471 4,172 1Driving Range Buckets 13,113 10,904 79,562 65,791
Tennis Cou~ts - Rental Hours 2,499 2,922 14,128 14,689
Softball Games - Day 145 127 719 737 - Night 3 24 14 78 , Bike Rental - I Hour 106 118 1,239 1,115 Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 426 352 2,455 2,140 " "- I Hour 273 331 2,281 2,464 Skiffs - I Hour 305 388 3,096 2,790 Canoes - I Hour 311 216 3,202 1,652 Canoes - Scout Island 48 326 528 887 Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 792 600 9,448 6,548 " "- Daily Youth 308 272 2,574 2,248 " Anrrua1 Pass o o 31 68 Canoe Fishing 28 o 127 o I
PARK AREA, ISOO ACRES MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Twentieth Day of August, 1985, commencing I at 4:03 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, Presiaent; Commissioners Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Hilbert, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Lund, Nelson, O'Keefe, Read, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich and Wulff. ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early and Uillard. EXCUSED: Commissioners Bagert, Janssen, Renaudin, Sylvester and Winston. GUESTS PRESENT: Ms. Beverly Martin from City Hall. Departing from the regular order of business, the President allowed Mrs. Bev Church to announce that there is a benefactor's party on Monday, August 26th at Storyland. She stated that the Governor and Mayor would be there, and invited all to attend. Regarding the minutes of the July 16, 1985 meeting, Mr. Smith I moved its approval, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. The General Manager's report was distributed by mail. The President stated that the budget has been exceeded in almost every department, due to good weather. No Communications. REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: President - No Report. Firce Vice President - No Report. Second Vice President - No Report. Secretary - Excused. Treasurer - No Report. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES:
ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING CO~1MITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the RTA accomplished placement of benches along Wisner I and Marconi, and painting of the bus shelter at Wisner. Shelters remain to be repaired at Marconi and City Park. \9t\ - 2 -
The Arboretum Committee met and reviewed the program for com petition. Included in the competition will be Item 20 (the arboretum) on the Master Plan, along with Items 23 & 24, Nursery Island and the landscaping of banks and screening of I the police stables. Tennis landscaping and fencing is continuing, with turbo cleaning to commence today. Representatives of the Louisiana Children's Museum are looking elsewhere for its location. Mr. Gibert stated that the committee was asked to respond to a comment relative to the artwork erected at a residence on Park Island, facing Bayou St. John. It was suggested that the President write a letter to the residents outlining the Park's policy and its jurisdiction, and that plans must first be submitted to the Park for approval. The Legal Committee will recheck opinions. The committee is pursuing the feasibility of a request by the Horticulture & Grounds Committee that a water line and valve be placed at Beauregard Circle. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and moved that the request by the Louisiana Children's Museum that they be permitted to withdraw from the lease of its site in City Park be approved. The motion was seconded by Mr. King, was put to a vote and carried. I Mr. Nelson moved that full time employees of the Park be af forded free use of boats, park golf courses, tennis courts, bicycles and fishing privileges, and be permitted to purchase food at cost from the Park's concessions operations, for per sonal use only. The motion was seconded py Mr. Dickhaus, and after discussion, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Nelson moved that a proposal received from a promoter to run Formula 2 speedboats in Bayou St. John be rejected, which was seconded by Mr. Leake, was put to a vote and carried. DEVELOPHENT COMMITTEE - Mr. Dickhaus reported that Mr. Rapp wrote a letter to RTA requesting a one percent sales tax abatement. RTA responded that they would not waive the tax, and the Executive Director thereof stated that the Park could ask for reconsideration. More economic evidence will be ob tained for presentation to substantiate case for RTA to rescind tax. Additional information from other cities, as well as letter of support from promoters, will also b~ obtained. Mr. Dickhaus reported that Senator Jefferson was able to get $150,000 for an all weather track; however, for a first class track it would cost approximately $350,000. The committee agreed that funds should not be accepted without some guaran I tee of funding all necessary construction funds and some way to underwrite the funds needed every five years for resurfac ing. The concerns will be communicated to Senator Jefferson. JJ5 MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION A special meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Thursday, the Twenty-Fifth Day of July, 1985, commencing at I 4:00 P.M. The President called the meeting to order, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Hilbert, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, O'Keefe, Read, Schoen, Smith and Willard. EXCUSED: Commissioners Barthelemy, Bassich, DeViney, Early, Lund, Nelson, Renaudin, Rogers, Siefken, Stich, Sylvester and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Tessier and Wulff. GUEST PRESENT: Mrs. Bev Church of Friends, and Mrs. Marietta Herr of the League of Women Voters. The President stated that the purpose of this meeting was for the Board of Commissioners to consider the Program for the Design Competition of the Arboretum in accordance with the NEA Grant. After the monthly Board meeting in July a special A&E Com I mittee meeting was held, the results of which were mailed to each commissioner. Based on the results of the meeting, and on behalf of the A&E Committee, Mr. Boudreaux moved that the horticulture center/ administration building be limited to a maximum of 6000 sq. ft. not to exceed two stories in height, and to provide a main tenance area consisting of an additional 1200 sq. ft. being incorporated in the main building or provided in a second building. The motion was seconded by Mr. Gibert. At this time Mrs. Herr stated that the League of Women Voters sent a letter to each commissioner strongly opposing the arboretum design competition guidelines, particularly the administration building. She stated that a study proved that most visitors to the Park come to enjoy its natural beauty. She stated that additional developments would degrade the Park and that libraries belonged outside of the Park. After lengthy discussion, Mr. LeCorgne (Acting President since Mr. Peyroux was called away from the meeting) called for a hand vote, recording 10 in favor, 5 opposed; the motion carried. Mr. Dickhaus and Mr. Schoen requested to be recorded I as votting in opposition. - 2 -
An announcement was made that Board members were invited to Story1and for a tour of its nearly completed renovations. On a motion made, seconded and du1yrnrried, the meeting was I adjourned at 5:01 P.M.
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. I FINANCE COMMITTEE - No Report. GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that golf has doen ex tremely well for the past month. He suggested that manage ment looking into contracting for the maintenance of the grounds at the driving range and clubhouse. Present manpower does not allow for the grass to be cut on a regular basis or the gardens in and around the building to be maintained pro perly. A motion was offered by Mr. Gibert that the Board proceed in that direction, which was seconded by Mr. Schoen, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Schoen reported on the annual Friends golf tournament in October and requested any board member knowing of a company that would be interested in sponsoring same to advise him. Regarding the grass-cutting on the Park side of Robert E. Lee Blvd., Mr. Rapp stated that he will make a report at the next meeting on what action has been taken. Mr. Wulff stated that two additional machines can be loaned by Southern Specialty and could be here next week. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read stated that at its committee meeting Mr. Buscher reported on the proposed use of herbicides to control aquatic growth. A representative of the La. Wildlife and Fisheries Department recommended the I use of Aquathal K and Cutrine Plus, which will be applied by them during the next two weeks on 9 acres of water surface on the Ursuline Canal and its branches in the north end of the Park. The committee requested staff to look at small trees whose roots are endangering bridges and to remove the trees before damage occurs to the foundations. The proposed wording on the plaque for the Cherry Tree Grove was modified and approved. Mrs. Read reported that results on the cord grass, which has been planted along a portion of the bank of Bayou St. John as a test area by the Soil Conservation Service, will be ob served. Staff was requested to give further consideration to the idea of Paul Soniat for the establishment of a compost pit or heap in the Park. At its committee meeting Mr. Soniat requested that the SO¢ admission fee to the Botanical Gardens be increased to $1. The committee requested him to submit attendance figu~es for I further consideration. The public education sessions were - 4 -
reported to be successful and will be continued; the Cen tanni Christmas exhibit will be installed in the Park; a Rose Festival will be held in April; and the Christmas Festival will be repeated this year and possibly future years. I Mrs. Read reported that the noise from Shelter No.3 is a public nuisance; Hr. Bush will discuss this with Park manage ment to attempt to find a workable solution. AD HOC COMMITTEE - It was reported that the committee studying the Plaisance area has had three meetings and is attempting to secure a planner/consultant. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - It was reported that an article is to be written for Southern Living Magazine in the Spring with emphasis on Storyland as a feature article. The Preview Party to Storyland is to be covered by Channels 4, 6 & 8. "Naturally New Orleans" is doing a story on Storyland and separately the Park's train is featured in the promotions for "Naturally New Orleans". TENNIS COMMITTEE - No Report. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - Mr. Smith reported that the Museum's I long range planning committee was suggesting a change in the structure of its Board of Trustees, recommending that City Park representation be reduced to one member. Several Board members spoke against such a drastic cut. The President will pursue the matter. FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Boudreaux reported that due to the resignation of Hrs. Hary Rogers, Hr. Hark Tessier has been elected President elect; also appointed was Hr. Howard Read. Friends' appointees will serve until end of calendar year. Mrs. Read reminded that the Lark in the Park is for Sept. 27th. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was adjourned at 5:10 P.H.
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PRE S IDE N T I "lOU,.LI OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (5U4) 482-4888
TREASURERS REPORT
RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AUGUST 31, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance July 31, 1985 $ 74,400.09 Receipts month of August 1985 265,266.47 Interest Income 1, 990.63 I Sub-total $ 341,657.19 Disbursements:
Checks Nos. 7655 thru 7823 $ 258,768.77 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,863.19 Loan Repayment - Carts 7,105.87
Sub-total $ 268,737.83
Balance August 31, 1985 $ 72,919.36
Other cash:
Payroll account 4,751.39 Petty cash account 2,962.97
Total cash on hand & in banks August 31, 1985 $ 80,633.72 I
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.ru,.u OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 August 13, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR AUGUST 20, 1985
MEETING OF 'IRE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of July 16, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Adjournment. I
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""nel' OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 September 9, 1985
MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR SEPTEMBER 17, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLA.CE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of August 20, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Adjournment. I
PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES 'I1n.IJ OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 4B2-4BBB September 10, 1985
Board of commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
Weather during the month of August seemed to be favorable for the patrons of City Park. Although temperatures were ex tremely hot, the afternoon rains seemed to avoid the weekends and arrived late enough during weekdays to allow our visitors ample opportunity to enjoy the many services offered in our Park.
For the seventh consecutive month operating revenues ex ceeded budget. The year-to-date operating surplus for City Park is $76,200 as of August 31, 1985.
The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all depart ment sis as follows: I Revenue for August Category Actual Budget Variance
Golf Green Fees $ 89,333 $ 66,900 $ 22,433 Golf Cart Rentals 58,109 52,500 5,609 Golf Dr i vi ng Range 30,518 30,600 ( 82) Government Appropriations 29,167 29,167 Tennis Operations 10,356 10,116 240 Horticulture 4,585 4,585 Stadia ( 5,000 ) 4,000 ( 9,000) Concessionaires 315 2,900 ( 2,585) Marconi Meadow 700 2,400 ( 1,700) Shelter Rentals 1,300 1,000 300 Baseball 545 2,000 ( 1,455) Interest Income 1,990 2,500 ( 510) Miscellaneous 168 700 ( 532) Boating & Fishing 8,106 7,800 305 Total Park $230,192 $212,583 $ 17,609
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 September 10, 1985
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Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
Total Revenue $230,192 $212,583 $2,150,956 $2,025,214 Total Expense 236.279 232.195 2.000,303 1,950,845
Net Margin $ ( 6.087) $ (19. 612) $ 150.652 $ 74.368
Golf had outstanding patron utilization during the month of August. Total rounds played on our four courses nearly doubled the prior years activity. Golf cart rentals also greatly exceeded both budget and prior year activity levels.
Golf Driving Range revenue dipped below budget for the first time in many months. Perhaps these patrons were spending more time I on the courses than at the driving range. Management is currently taking steps in an effort to increase the activity at the driving range.
Revenue from Tennis Operations once again exceeded budget. Tennis activity seems to be on the increase as the afternoon temperatures are beginning to get slightly cooler. Work on the conversion of nine tennis courts to parking began during the month of August. Difficulties with contractors have caused delays in completion of the project.
The opening of the football season did not occur during August as Hurricane Elena caused all scheduled games to be cancelled. Although City Park experienced no damage resulting from the storm, the threat of a Hurricane kept patrons away from our Park during the entire Labor Day weekend. Lost revenue from this normally lucrative Holiday period will damage the Park's ability to maintain budget expectations during the month of September.
The Friends of City Park had a pre-opening party for Storyland during the month of August. Governor Edwards and Mayor Morial were guest speakers during the ceremony. Ms. Bev Church and her entire committee are to be commended for the outstanding success I of the Storyland project. The grand opening of Story land is scheduled for September 16.
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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 4B2-4BBB September 10, 1985
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We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted,
o sep H. Buscher William I Administrator General
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PAHK AREA, 1500 ACRES 'lU'i,1J OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 September 9, 1985
PARK STATISTICS As of 8/31/85
CUrrent Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y.T.D.
Daily Green Fees North 2,944 1,869 18,828 16,880 South 2,113 1,200 15,865 10,871 East 2,282 1,443 16,501 12,534 West 3,288 2,493 20,204 20,726 Discount $5.00 0 0 3,220 0
Monthly Golf Tickets 154 92 1,285 1,100 Annual Golf Tickets 0 0 180 130
Jlr1f Cart Rental - 18 Hole 4,680 2,777 29,789 21,217 - 9 Hole 1,137 684 6,608 4,856
Driving Range Buckets 11,954 9,794 91,516 75,585
Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,502 2,202 16,630 16,891
Softball Games - Day 46 89 765 734 - Night 12 14 26 93
Bike Rental - 1 Hour 169 123 1,408 1,261
Peddle Boat - ~ Hour 459 330 2,914 2,355 " " - 1 Hour 280 309 2,561 2,853 Skiffs - 1 Hour 390 455 3,486 3,246 Canoes - 1 Hour 488 193 3,690 1,881 Canoes - Scout Island 56 167 584 999
Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 686 649 10,134 6,608 " " - Daily Youth 304 226 2,878 2,273 " Annual Pass 0 0 31 68 e Fishing 0 0 127 0 fno
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MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF CCMUSSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPIDVEMENT ASSOCIATIOO I The regular IlOIlthly rreeting of the Board of Ccmnissioners was held on Tuesday, the Seventeenth Day of September, 1985, ccmrencing at 4:03 P.M.
The President called the rreeting to order, noting a quorum was present.
OOLL CALL:
PRESmT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Ccmnissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Dickhaus, Gibert, Keener, King, Leake, I.eCorgne, Lund, Nelson, O'Keefe, H. Read, P. Read, Renaudin, Schoen, Siefken, Stich, Tessier and willard.
ABSENT: Ccmnissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early, and WUlff.
EXCUSED: Ccmnissioners caniskey, Hilbert, Janssen, Smith, Sylvester, and Winston.
GUESTS: Mr. & Mrs. Chip Saunders, ~nnen of the Lark in the Park; and Beverly Martin.
The President stated that on the Naninating Ccmnittee were: Messrs. Gibert, Nelson, Winston, Stich and Schoen, and that a rreeting should be called in September to select naninations for election in November to assurre office in January. At present the following board rrembers' teJ:Ins would expire: Leake, I.eCorgne, Sylvester, Winston, and Schoen. I Regarding the August 4, 1985 minutes it was noted that Mr. Tessier's narre was to be added to the "Absent" section on page 1. On page 4, fourth paragraph, first sentence the wording "at a residence" be changed to read "on a dock". It was !roVed, seconded and duly carried that the minutes be approved as =rrected.
The President stated that the General Manager's report had been distributed.
At this tirre Mr. Howard Read was welcared to the board as a new nember, replacing Mrs. Rogers who recently resigned.
REPORl'S OF THE OFFICERS:
President - No Report.
First Vice President - No Report.
Se=nd Vice President - No Report.
Secretary - Excused.
Treasurer - No Report.
REPORl'S OF THE STANDING CC'M1ITI'EES:
ARCHITOCTURAL & ENGINEERING CCMUTTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the ccmnittee I rret and due to the =ntractor leaving the job on surfacing of =ncrete tennis =urts, the Landscape Architect reCClllllended resurfacing with an asphaltic slurry /37
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approximately ~" thick to be accCllplished along with =ncrete ramps and walks of the apprOlTed plan within budget proposed. Mr. Gibert stated he had reservations I about this plan and no action will be taken at this tine until after further discussions with the =nsultant.
The Rl'A was addressed relative to CCIlpletion of painting of City Park Avenue/ Mar=ni Drive bus shelters; however, no response received.
Mr. Gibert reported that a price is being received on running a water . line to Beauregard Circle.
Plans/specifications for paving improverrents of Diagonal Drive, Dreyfous Avenue and the area surrounding Pan American Stadium have been placed on the market for bids.
At this tine Mrs. Bev Church entered the Board Roan with a ball=n bouquet for Board nembers, thanking all for their help in making Storyland such a success. Mr. Rapp stated that Friends did a great job, and that the first weekend brought in $6000 and the past weekend, $6400.
Mr. Gibert, =ntinuing his report, stated that the N.O. Police Depar1:m=nt was requesting to increase the size of the stables. Staff will meet with police and bring to their attention Master Plan Item #24, which included a landscape screen around the stables and Gernon Brown gym. Mr. Buscher stated that the police have been given apprOlTal to =ntact an architect. Mr. Nelson suggested that during negotiations a firm cannitnent be made by the police to exercise horses within City Park giving the public visibility to the presence of IIOUl1ted police I on a daily basis. A fonnal arrangerrent is to be pursued with this included as reciprocation.
a:NCESSICNS CCMrr'1'l'EE - Mr. Nelson stated that the cannittee net and reported that the City Park Food and Beverage Service, operated under contract by Friends, had total sales for the fiscal year ending August 31, 1985, of $960,000 and total net revenues of $205,886, which CatpareS to a budgeted anount of $144,375 for the year. He stated that operators were to be canrended.
With revenue being below budget, perfonnance of the arnusenent rides was reviewed. New rides are being considered by staff, along with a vigorous public relations campaign.
Net revenues frcm boating, fishing and bicycles for year to date were well abOITe budget. Mr. Nelson stated that canoe rentals at Scout Island were operating on a "breakeven" basis.
Staff is to prepare suggestions for subnittal to the Concessions Ccmnittee for capital ita"t\S to be included in the 1986 budget to improve concessions operations.
At its cannittee meeting, Mrs. Bagert noted that "Sunday in the Park" on NOITerrber lOth, sponsored by the N.O. Museum of Art, was developing into a major event with opera, symphony and ballet prOlTiding free entertai.ment. 'the I Ccmnittee on Arrangements is offering a $500 weekend ticket to the functions to patrons and would like to include with this ticket free tickets to City Park's fonnal gardens, Storyland, and Carousel. Mr. Nelson reccmrended and lIDVed for apprOlTal, which was seconded by Mr. King, put to a vote and carried. - 3 - /38
Further, that the expenses of printing, security, setup and rem::wal of the facilities, cleanup, etc. are substantial and City Park has been asked to donate a portion of the net incane on concessions defraying expenses. Mr. Nelson lOClVed I that the Board approve a donation by City Park of 25% of the net revenue fran food and beverage sales, anusement rides, Storyland admissions and fonnal gardens admissions fran "Sunday in the Park" to help defray expenses. The notion was seconded by Mr. Dickhaus, put to a vote and carried.
Mrs. Bagert stated that it was possible this would be the beginning of a new tradition within City Park, stating that the celebration begins on November 8 through November 10. The President requested Board members to prarote this anong family and friends.
DEVEWPMENT CCHIT'l'l'EE - Mr. Dickhaus reported Friends need approximately $25,000 for Storyland for all expenses incurred and with three major exhibits left to sell at $25,000 each. Talking boxes at the stations can be underwritten for $1000.
A preview party will be held on December 6, 5 PM - 9 PM, $5 per person, for City Park's Holiday Celebration. Santa will vist on December 7, 8, 14, and 15, fran 1:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M., $6 per child, $1 adults. The Centanni exhibit near the Rose Garden will be lighted each night fran December 6 - 22nd, admission to gardens $1 during this period. A Christmas decoration workshop will be held for adults on Sat., Dec. 7, fran 10 A.M. - 12 noon in the Potting Shed. Christmas trees will be donated by Shady Pond Tree Fann in Pearl River, and decorated by New Orleans area garden clubs.
No major change was reported with respect to getting relief fran the sales tax I fran Rl'A and Orleans Parish Schools. Additional data is being gathered by staff and should have a report in a nonth of two.
Mr. Dickhaus lOClVed that it be ratified that the Board urge and request that the Friends consider raising $300,000 for the Carousel having until December 31, 1986; this project being their next major capital inprovement fund-raising priority. The notion was seconded by Mr. Leake, put to a vote and carried.
Full funding for the Gonoley track is still being investigated by Bill Rapp. A $150,000 ccmnit:mant fran the State has been made through the offices of Senator Jefferson.
Regarding the Land & Water Grant, the Park should receive official notice soon that the Park will receive a supplemental grant of $15,000, that must be matched with Park funds to add picnic furniture and playground equipnent around renovated shelters. The Board does not have this $15,000 budgeted at this time.
Receipt of $5000 was acknowledged fran the Jefferson Parish Council. Board members were asked to contact Mr. Rapp if any knew a Jefferson Parish Councilman in order to assist in calling on them for this year's request.
EXOCUTIVE CCHITTl'EE - Mr. LeCorgne lOClVed that the Board go into executive session to discuss personnel matters, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. Non-Board members were tenpJrarilyexcused fran the IJEeting. Upon caning out of executive session, Mr. LeCorgne IllITOed that the request of Joseph I E. Bush, Jr., Assistant General Manager, to retire following an extended leave fran January I, 1986 until April 11, 1986, which is his 65th birthday, and fulfuill the requirements for retirements, be granted by the Board of Camnissioners for City Park. The notion was seconded, put to a vote and carried. - 4 -
FINANCE cx:M1ITI'EE - The President stated that the Park was $76,000 ahead of budget, but Labor Day incate was extrenely low due to the bad weather of I Hurricane Elena. OOLF cx:M1ITI'EE - Mr. Schoen reported that the ccmnittee' s financial report was given to the Chainnan.
A second opening will be constructed on the golf cart building to better oontrol the flow of carts.
Appointment of a manager to the driving range is the ccmnittee's top priority.
Mr. Henry Thanas' s contract is being renewed.
Mr. Schoen reported over the past 30 years on how much was budgeted over ten year periods, which indicated the IIOre IIOney spent on the courses, the IIOre IIOney earned.
Regarding chanicals used within the Park, it was requested that a report be received fran ~nsanto.
HORl'ICULTllRE & GROUNDS CCMrrTI'EE - Mrs. Read stated that Mr. Buscher reported on a test in the Ursuline Canal using Aquathol K with the waters now clear; however, hundreds of bass were killed prior to the test because of the heavy algae growth.
Regarding the use of endcthall, the ccmnittee requested that staff obtain an updated report (the one in possession is dated 1974). Algae =ver has reduced I canoe rentals at S=t Island. Dredging area is too expensive. Mr. Buscher estimated a oost of $5,000 - $10,000 for initial and annual applications; and an agreenent was received by the La. Wildlife and Fisheries Department for application.
It was IIOved that the chemical be approved for use on additional limited areas including the lagoons along Marooni Drive and around S=t Island. The IIOtion was seconded by Mr. Boudreaux, put to a vote and carried.
Mrs. Read moved that, with attendance last year to the Botanical Gardens being 15,426, the admission fee be raised to $1, effective January 1, 1986. The IIOtion was seconded by Mr. Tessier, put to a vote and carried.
LEXiAL cx:M1ITI'EE - Mr. Lund reported that volunteer rangers were asked to sign a statenent setting forth responsibilities. Their authority is limited to making verbal requests, after which assistance is to be sought fran Park police.
Regarding the tennis =urts project, the oontractor is in default.
Mr. Lund stated that the Park is working on an indemnity agreenent with area high schools, in reference to an article in the paper regarding the oondition of the football field.
Ms. Carolyn Saunders, C~innan of the Lark in the Park, reminded all Board rranbers that the event was scheduled for Friday, September 27, 1985 and urged I all to attend. j'-/O - 5 -
TENNIS CCMMI'l'I'EE - Mr. Bassich reported that fences were now down in the area of the new parking facility being constructed.
I MUSEUM REPRESENl'ATIVE - No Report.
FRImDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Tessier read a resolution reaffinning the purposes and policy of the Friends of City Park, copy which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
He invited all Board mambers to attend an infonnal cocktail party at the house of Mr. Sidney Carruth, 4540 Bancroft Drive, 5 PM - 7 PM, after the next Board Ireeting.
Mrs. Read stated that 41 applications have been received fran all over the U.S. in regards to the NEll. Grant with seven weeks still remaining.
On a notion made, seconded and duly carried the Ireeting was adjourned at 5:33 P.M.
~:i~F~tRecording Secretary C I A'l'l'EST: PRESIDENT
I )~/ RESOLUTION
I WHEREAS, the development, beautification, restoration and continued prosperity of-City Park are the common goals of the New Orleans City Park Improvement
Associati.on, Park Staff and the Friends of City Park; and
WHEREAS, the mutual cooperation of all three is essential at present and
in the future for the derivation of maximum benefit to City Park; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate that all three be of a single mind in the pursuit
of these common goals; and
WHEREAS, since its inception, the activities of the Friends of City Park
have increased so dramatically as to lead to uncertainty regarding the role of the
Friends of City Park in these pursuits and its relationship to the New Orleans City
Park Improvement Association and the Park Staff;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Friends of City Park does hereby , reaffirm that its purposes and poliCies are in harmony with those of the New Orleans City Park Improvement Association, that it is a support organization acting cooperatively
with the New Orleans City Park Improvement Association, that it will continue to foster,
promote and conduct revenue generating activities for the benefit of City Park, that
its intention is to work professionally and administratively in conjunction with the New
Orleans City Park Improvement Association and the Park Staff, and that in the discharge
of the foregoing it will seek to project the highest possible image of the New Orleans
City Park Improvement Association, the Park Staff and the Friends of City Park as
one entity united in purpose.
THUS RESOLVED by the Board of Directors of the Friends of City Park on , , September 5, 1985. 11J
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TREASURERS REPORT
RE~P OF FINANCIAL POSITION
SEPTEMBER 30, 1985
General Fund
Operating Account:
Balance August 31, 1985 $ 72,919.36 Receipts month of September 1985 339.351.61
Sub-total $ 412,270.97
, Disbursements:
Checks Nos. 7824 thru 7982 $ 269,282.36 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,852.15 Loan Repayment - Carts 7.069.78
Sub-total $ 279.204.29
Balance September 30, 1985 $ 133,066.68
Other Cash:
Payroll account 4,751. 39 Petty cash account 2.962.97
Tbta1 cash on hand & in banks September 30, 1985 $ 140.781.04 ,
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MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR OCTOBER 15, 1985
MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK
TIME: 4:00 p.m.
PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room
1. Roll Call.
2. Introduction of Guests.
3. Approval of September 17, 1985 Minutes.
, 4. General Manag.er' s Report.
5. Communications.
6. Report of Officers.
7. Report of Committees.
8. Report of Museum Representative.
9. Report of Friends of City Park.
10. Unfinished Business.
11. New Business.
12. Adjournment. ,
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OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 October 8, 1985
Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Dear Commissioners:
'Ihe threat of Hurricane Elena to the New Orleans area severely disrupted all City Park activities during the Labor Day Weekend. 'Ihe loss of revenue to the park during this traditionally busy holiday period contributed heavily to our failure to reach budget expectations during the month of September.
After Hurricane Elena the weather in the New Orleans area has been very favorable for park activities. Many departments were able to meet budget expectations, however, the budget shortfall of $48,102 from the amusement rides was too severe to overcome.
This marks the first month since February that City Park has , been unable to meet or exceed budget projections.
'Ihe comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all departments is as follows:
Revenue for September
Category Actual Budget Variance
Golf Green Fees $ 70,388 $ 66,000 $ 4,388 Golf cart Rentals 44,712 47,000 ( 2,288) Golf Driving Range 23,202 23,600 ( 398 ) Government Appropriations 29,167 29,167 Tennis 18,117 14,616 3,501 Horticulture 669 1,000 331) Stadia 16,950 18,000 1,050) Food & Beverage 44,928 45,000 ( 72) Amusement Rides 17,398 65,500 (48,102) Concessionaires 9,484 2,900 6,584 Marconi Meadow 2,100 2,400 300) Shelter Rentals 2,010 800 1,210 Baseball 1,544 2,000 456) , Interest Income 2,500 2,500) Boating & Fishing 6,869 6,500 369 Miscellaneous 214 700 486)
Total Park ~28Z.722 ~327.683 ~(;3~.~;31l PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION
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Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget
'Ibtal Revenue $287,752 $327,683 $2,438,708 $2,352,897 'Ibtal Expense 231.449 233,875 2,231. 752 2,184,721
Net Margin $ 56,303 $ 93,808 $ 206,956 $ 168,176
Although the shortfall in net revenue from the amusement rides alone was in excess of $48,000, the park is still operating at a year to-date surplus of $38,780. The financial operation of the amusement rides area is one of managements top concerns, Net revenue from this area is transferred on a quarterly, not monthly, basis. Therefore, operating results will not be reflected on the park's financial statements until December. Management and the Concessions Committee I are currently trying to find ways to enhance the revenue generating capabilities of this area.
Although Golf Green Fees exceeded budget, both Golf cart Rentals and activity at the Golf Driving Range were below budgeted expectations.
Monday night football, which is now televised on Monday night, Thursday night and Sunday night has greatly reduced play at the Golf Driving Range.
The number of Golfing rounds played decreased on three of our four courses when compared to September 1984. This decrease can be attributed entirely to the poor weather during the Labor Day Weekend.
The recent cooler fronts seems to have stimulated activity at the Tennis Center. Revenue from operations during September was the largest of any month thus far this year. Contract problems and cost overruns continue to delay the conversion of nine tennis courts to a parking area.
Prep football is now at its peak in the New Orleans area. This past week eight games were played at Tad Gormley Stadium, while seven I games were scheduled for play at Pan American Stadium. with as many
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as seventeen football games and two soccer games played in one week at our stadia, it is very difficult to maintain the playing surface in a good fashion. The City of New Orleans is in dire need of additional high school sports arenas.
Boating and Fishing continues to do well as revenue from operations once again exceeded expectations. Actual year-to-date revenue of $83,666 exceeds budget projections by $10,166 and exceeds prior year receipts by $15,127. This represents a 22% increase over the prior years activities. On Saturday, October 19, 1985 City Park will host its first annual "Kids Only Fishing 'lburnament". Manage ment encourages all Board members to bring children, grandchildren and friends to the park to help insure the success of this event. Co-sponsors for the tournament include Radiofone, Coke, Coors, WWL Radio, the Telephone Pioneers, Vietnam Veterans Post 3798 and the I New Orleans Bassmasters. Storyland opened for public admission on September 16, 1985 with astounding success. This childrens theme park has averaged nearly 6,000 paid visitors during each week of operation. The attraction of Storyland is also an enhancement to the Amusement Rides as many visitors from Story land are frequenting both areas of opera tion.
The Friends of City Park held their 4th Annual "Lark in the Park" on Friday, September 27. I believe this was the largest and most successful Lark yet held by the Friends. The charming event con tinues to grow in popularity each year. Mr. & Mrs. Chip Saunders as well as the entire Friends organization are to be commended for their energy and efforts put fOrth in achieving the outstanding success of this most important project.
The Boy Scouts of America held their 75th Diamond Camporee on Scout Island and the Marconi Meadow during the last weekend in September. The event was termed a great success as approximately 1,500 scouts enjoyed the nicest weekend weather of the year while I celebrating in our park.
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We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of COmmissioners should any additional noteworthy information present itself.
Respectfully submitted,
40seph H. ~uscher William I Administrator General JHB/WJR/dz
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NEW ORLEANS. LOUISiANA 70119. l'HO: PARK STATISTICS As of 9/30/85 Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D. Daily Green Fees North 2,273 2,427 21,101 19,307 South 1,765 1,357 17,630 12,228 East 1,922 1,954 18,423 14,488 West 2,566 2,705 20,204 23,431 Discount $5.00 0 0 3,220 0 Monthly Golf Tickets 157 169 1,442 1,269 Annual Golf Tickets 0 0 180 130 t1f cart Rental - 18 Hole 3,574 3,547 33,363 24,764 - 9 Hole 945 630 7,553 5,486 Dr i ving Range Buckets 8,376 8,403 99,892 83,988 Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,696 2,707 19,326 20,060 Softball Games - Day 70 36 835 770 - Night 3 1 29 94 Bike Rental - 1 Hour 189 127 1,597 1,388 Peddle Boat - 1 l:> Hour 339 318 3,253 2,673 " " - 1 Hour 205 403 2,766 3,256 Skiffs - 1 Hour 352 545 3,838 3,791 canoes - 1 Hour 312 287 4,002 2,168 canoes - S=ut Island 185 215 769 1,214 Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 594 544 10,728 6,952 " " - Daily Youth 196 140 3,074 2,413 " Annual pass 0 0 31 68 I P:\l{K AHEA. 1500 ACHES MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION , The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Fifteenth Day of October, 1985, commencing at 4:00 P.M. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Hilbert, Janssen, Keener, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Nelson, H. Read, P. Read, Renaudin, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich, Sylvester, Tessier, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early and O'Keefe. EXCUSED: Commissioner Lund. GUESTS PRESENT: Mrs. Chip Saunders, Co-Chairman of the Lark ln the Park, and Mr. Barry Walton of City Hall. Regarding minutes of the September 17, 1985 meeting, it was moved by Mr. Gibert, seconded and duly carried that the minutes be accepted. The President stated that the General Manager's report had been distributed. I No Communications. REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: President - No Report. First Vice President - No Report. Second Vice President - No Report. Secretary - No Report. Treasurer, Mr. Bassich, reported that the monthly Treasurer's report had been distributed. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the committee met and discussed methods of removing paint from the concrete tennis courts. Staff suggested that they wanted to use water-blasting. The matter was referred back to the A&E Committee for further review. Bell has been contacted to repair cracks in the resurfaced I tennis courts. /50 - 2 - , Regarding the RTA shelters, one had been repaired and a bench placed on Marconi and City Park Avenue. However, RTA is now disclaiming responsibility for continued maintenance of the bus stop shelter. Regarding Casino renovations, staff is preparing a list of recommended improvements and the A&E Committee will submit to staff their individual recommendations. The Legal Committee was requested to pursue definition of jurisdiction of the Banks of Bayou St. John for the benefit of Commissioners. Mr. Gibert reported that the Sewerage & Water Board quoted a flat rate of $1774.83 for water service to Beauregard Circle, and moved that the Board authorize payment so that the Horti culture & Grounds Committee can maintain the Circle. The motion was seconded by Mrs. Read, was put to a vote and car ried. Mr. Gibert reported that plans are being prepared for matching funding from the Water and Land grant for playground equipment. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and financial statements were reviewed for: 1) the City Park Food and Beverage Service, noting a net revenue from sales I substantially above budget for the month; 2) City Park amusement rides showing substantial improvement in activity and less than $1000 under budget for the period; 3) Storyland showing a net revenue of $16,243 for the month of September. Mr. Nelson reported that Friends has operated various facilities under letter agreement with City Park and,to confirm by contract, Mr. Nelson moved that the operation of the following concessions be advertised and bid under terms and conditions essentially similar and equal to those in the original food and beverage contract, to: 1) sell food, drink, tobacco, sundries, souvenirs and gifts in City Park to members of the general pUblic; 2) operate and manage mechanical amusement devices in the Plaisance area of City Park and other locations as approved by the City Park Board of Commissioners; 3) operate and manage the Storyland facility located in the Plaisance area; 4) operate and manage the area of City Park known as the New Orleans Botanical Garden located in the Plaisance area of City Park; and 5) operate and manage an Arboretum as defined in the Master Plan of City Park dated March 27, 1984 - all subject to approval of the legal advisors of both organizations. The motion was seconded by Mr. King, and after discussion, was put to a vote and carried. The committee reviewed and endorsed a list presented by staff I for equipment and major improvements needed in 1986 for conces sions, amusement rides and boating and fishing, totalling $65,000, - 3 - lSi to be presented to the to the Finance Committee for inclusion , in the 1986 budget. Mr. Nelson recommended that State funds for capital expenditures on the Casino be devoted to most urgently needed repairs of the building rather than broad based planning for a complete restora tion, funds for which are not available. Mr. Nelson reported that due to the number of police being cut in half at stadia games and the possibilities of improper behavior, it was recommended that the problem be referred immediately to the President and Steering Committee for request to the necessary authorities for prompt action. The President stated that a letter would be written to school Board authorities, the Police Department and the Mayor's office. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - No Report. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - No Report. FINANCE COMMITTEE - No Report. GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that revenues to date were $1.4 million, and hoped to reach $1.7 million by the end of the year. He stated he attended a meeting last night where Mr. Henry I Thomas was honored. At said meeting he received many compli ments regarding improvements to the golf courses. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read reported that the committee met and gave an update on the work of the Ad Hoc Committee on the Plaisance Area. The garden is currently operating at an annual loos of $70,000 and staff is studying means to increase revenue, and is also looking into converting 3,000 sq. ft. of the 4,000 sq. ft. conservatory for party space. AD HOC COMMITTEE - Mr. Winston reported that the committee has met and is in the process of recomrrending a consul tant and moving ahead. LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported on the very successful "First Annual Media Family Picnic", with special thanks going to Radiophone. He announced that October 19, 1985 was the. "First Annual - Kids Only - Fishing Tournament" and invited all board members I to bring their children. - 4 - J5J. He reported on "Sunday in the Park" being held on November 10, , 1985 where there will be a parade, free music and entertainment for all. Friends is sponsoring in December the Second Annual Holiday Celebration. Mr. Dunne displayed the new toddler/children T-shirts displaying the logo for Story1and, now being sold in the Shop. Mr. Dickhaus moved that a resolution thanking Radiophone for an outstanding job with the Media Family Picnic, be adopted, which was seconded by Mr. Keener, put to a vote and carried. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that a contract has been signed for the Sugar Bowl Tournament next year. He did state the tennis patronage has increased. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No Report. FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - Mr. Tessier reported on the very suc cessful Lark in the Park. At its last meeting Mr. Tessier reported that Friends voted to hire an executive director. At this time Mrs. Carolyn Saunders extended to all Board members I her thanks for everyone's help in making the Lark in the Park such a success. She stated that the article by Nell Nolan in the newspaper also did a great job in summing up the event. Approximately 823 people attended, nearly doubling last year. The event grossed $78,000 ($39,000 last year). She urged, however, that the Lark should maintain this approximate size. The President then expressed on behalf of the Board thanks to Mrs. Saunders and her husband for an outstanding production. All board members gave her a round of applause. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting adjourned at 4:55 P.M. APPROVED: I PRE SID E N T /53 Jl""U OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 TREASURERS REPORT RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION OCTOBER 31, 1985 General Fund Operating Account: Balance September 30, 1985 $ 133,066.68 Receipts month of October 1985 271,786.96 Sale of U.S. Treasury Bill 26,359.38 I Sub-total $ 431,213.02 Disbursement s: Checks Nos. 6601 thru 6648 $ 290,731. 37 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,814.74 Loan Repayment - carts 6,991. 62 Investments 25,250.00 Sub-total $ 325,787.73 Balance October 31, 1985 $ 105,425.29 Other cash: Payroll account 4,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,962.97 I Total cash on hand & in banks October 31, 1985 $ 113,139.65 PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES /54 ",... ".1.1 OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 November 12, 1985 MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR NOVEMBER 19, 1985 MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK TIME: 4:00 p.m. PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room 1. Roll Call. 2. Introduction of Guests. 3. Approval of October IS, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications. 6. Report of Officers. 7. Report of Committees. 8. Report of Museum Representative. 9. Report of Friends of City Park. 10. UnfiniShed Business. 11. New Business. 12. Adjournment. , PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES /6"5 .llld["U OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA iOIl9, PHONE (504) 482-4B8B November 12, 1985 Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119 Dear Commissioners: During the month of October the entire metropolitan area ex perienced unseasonally foul weather. The strong winds and excessive rainfall of Hurricane Juan kept most all patrons away from City Park recreational activities for the last six days of October. Although City Park received no structural damage fran the storm, the loss of operating revenue during this time period severely worsened the financial position of the Park. The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all departments is as follows: Reyenue f= October I Actual Budget Variance Category Golf Green Fees $ 59,333 $ 66,600 $ ( 7(267) Golf Cart Rentals 38,339 46,500 ( 8(161) Golf Driving Range 19,902 20,500 ( 598) Government Appropriations 29,167 29,167 0 Tennis 11,435 17,216 ( 5(781) Horticulture 616 1,000 ( 384) Stadia 28,750 27,000 1,750 Concessionaires 3,685 6,900 ( 3(215) Marconi Meadow 6,400 2,400 4,000 Shelter Rentals 380 500 ( 120) Baseball 776 1,000 ( 224) Interest Income 1,219 2,500 ( 1(281) Boating and Fishing 4,258 7,500 ( 3(242) Mi scellaneou s 80 700 ( 620) Total 8204.340 8229.483 H25,143) , PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES 150 lnU1,.., OF COMMISSIONERS _NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 November 12, 1985 2 Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget Total Revenue $204,340 $229,483 $2,643,048 $2,582,380 Total Expense 273.743 236.205 2.505.495 2.420.925 Net Margin ~ (69,403) ~( 6,72~) $ 137,553 $ 161,45:2 Year-to-date Operating Results $ (23, 902) October is traditionally one of the best weather months of the year and our budget expectations were very optimistic. To lose one week of operating revenue in a month when activity is normally good was most disheartening for the management and staff of City Park. In one month the Park went from a surplus of $38,780 to a deficit I of $23,902. The cost of insurance for City Park has increased about fifty percent during 1985. Premiums paid in October was the main reason for expense overruns during the past month. Park management is reviewing revenue and monitoring expenditures on a daily basis in an effort to eliminate the operating deficit during the final tWO months of this year. Golf green fees, cart rentals and activity at the driving range were all less than October 1984 levels. A weed control program for all fairways and several tons of sand for maintenance of greens and sand traps was purchased during October. Mr. Herb Wright, manager of the Golf Cart operations has been promoted to manager of Golf Cart/Driving Range operations. Mr. Wright was promoted because of the fine job he has done in handling the cart operations during the past year. Conversion of nine tennis courts to parking space is now sched uled to have work resume in mid December. , The thirteen inches of rain that fell during the last two weeks of October resulted in nine football games being cancelled from our stadia and played at the Superdome. The cancellation of these games PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES /57 ,,,,,,II OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE 1504) 482-4888 November 12, 1985 3 resulted in lost revenues to City Park of approximately $20,000 as only the schools with large support groups were able to afford the indoor luxury of the Superdome. We are hopeful that some playoff games will be scheduled at Tad Gormley which will help recoup part of our revenue shortfall. In order to get any playoff activity we will need plenty of sunshine as the playing field has hardly any grass left at this time of the season. Senator Jefferson has pledged some funding for an all weather track surface at Tad Gormley Stadium. We are now in the process of investigating the different surfaces available as well as the cost of installation. The affordability of such a project for the amount of funds promised by Senator Jefferson appears favorable at this point. We will keep the Board informed as this project develops. I The first annual City Park Kids Fishing Tournament was held on October 19th with nearly 100 children and their parents enjoying the mornings activities. Also in October the Department of Wildlife and Fisheries stocked one of our lagoons with 8,500 fingerling catfish. These should be good eating size for next year's Kids 'Iburnament • The City of New Orleans donated a used police vehicle to City Park. Although the automobile has over 80,000 miles, it is superior to the police vehicles that were being used by our security force. We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should any additional noteworthy infor mation present itself. Respectfully submitted, , JHB/WJR/dz PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES /58 Jf\.n:1J OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 November 12, 1985 PARK STATISTICS As of 10/31/85 Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D. Daily Green Fees North 1,840 2,138 22,941 21,445 South 1,370 1,425 19,000 13,653 East 1,481 1,983 19,904 16,471 West 1,859 2,527 22,063 25,958 Discount $5.00 851 0 4,071 0 Monthly Golf Tickets 178 225 1,620 1,494 Golf Tickets 0 0 180 130 Cart Rental - 18 Hole 3,187 3,466 36,550 28,230 9 Hole 778 628 8,331 6,114 Driving Range Buckets 7,833 7,865 107,725 91,853 Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,099 2,371 21,425 22,431 Softball Games - Day 84 38 919 808 - Night 0 0 29 94 Bike Rental - 1 Hour 84 112 1,681 1,500 Peddle Boat - ., Hour 102 248 3,355 2,921 .. .. - 1 Hour 192 177 2,958 3,433 Skiffs - 1 Hour 139 197 3,977 3,988 Canoes - 1 Hour 277 149 4,279 2,317 Canoes - Scout Island 65 92 834 1,306 Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 539 418 11,267 7,370 .. .. - Daily Youth 86 74 3,160 2,487 .. Annual Pass 0 0 31 68 PARK AREA. lSUO ACRES MINUTES Of THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Nineteenth Day of November, 1985, commencing at 4:05 P.M •• I The meeting was called to order by the President, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, PreSident; Commissioners Bagert, Bassich, Boudreaux, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Hilbert, Janssen, King, Leake, LeCorgne, Nelson, H. Read, P. Read, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Barthelemy, DeViney, Early, Keener, Lund, and Tessier. EXCUSED: Commissioners O'Keefe, Renaud in , Sylvester and Wulff. Regarding the minutes of the October meeting, it was moved by Mr. Smith, seconded and duly carried that the minutes be approved as written. The President stated that the General Manager's report had been distributed. Mr. Rapp added that he appreciated the efforts of the Women's Volunteer Committee for putting on such a wonderful event at the Park. Not only did the event bring in substantial revenues, but was excellent public relations for the Park and museum. He stated that Mrs. Bagert was the Park's representative who worked on the committee. The President endorsed Mr. Rapp's remarks. No Communications. I REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: President - No report. First Vice President - No report. Second Vice President - No report. Treasurer - Mr. Bassich reported that the monthly Treasurer's report had been circulated. Secretary - Excused. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: AD HOC COMMITTEE FOR THE PLAISANCE AREA - Mr. Winston reported that in June, 1985 the President appointed this committee to study and make recommendations for a master plan of the Plaisance area, which area is within Victory Drive, Stadium Drive and Roosevelt Mall, and includes the Botanical Gardens, the Shop in the Park, Story land and picnic areas. It being essential to have the benefit of professional planning, bids were received from three consultants: Chris Friedrichs, the Caplinger Group and Ace Torre'. Mr. Winston advised that Ace Torre's firm could provide services in the amount of $15,000 with the understanding that payment not be made until 1986. Mr. Torre understands that he is strictly "consultant". Staff had advised there were funds available to I cover this outlay in 1986. Mr. Benton prepared an analysis of the interests in the area which indicated the area was being operated on a break even basis. Coordination of the area could bring in significantly more revenue. Mr. Winston recommended and moved that the Park be authorized to retain Ace Torre of Design Consortium for purposes indicated with the understanding that any agreement entered into be first approved by the Legal Committee. The motion was seconded by Mr. Boudreaux. • Mr. Gibert expressed opposition in that he felt an architect was better qualified to recommend a master plan. Much discussion took place on this issue. Mr. Dickhaus offered a substitute motion to split and recommend that the Ad Hoc Committee's information be submitted to the A&E Committee for their review; to hold another meeting at which both committees can bring recommendations to the Board meeting. This motion was seconded by Mr. Willard. After discussion, a vote was taken on the substitute motion which failed (6 in favor; 13 opposed). The original motion was placed on the floor, which carried (14 in favor; 5 opposed.) ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert advised that the committee met and under 'Old Business' reported that Southwest Surface Preparations will begin surface preparation for conversion of cement tennis courts to a parking area in mid December. Although RTA previously denied ownership/responsibility of the MarconilWisner shelter, they have painted same. The correct color, however, will be applied by park staff. Paving of Harrison Avenue is to proceed. Park staff has requested curbing be I included in the project. Casino renovations have been authorized by Facility Planning & Control with an authorized expenditure of $50,000. Priority work recommended by Concessions Committee chairman and A&E Committee should be: 1) waterproofing the deCk; 2) improvement in tOilets; 3) activating the existing elevator. Staff recommended office renovations be included as high priority item. Determination of bank jurisdiction of Bayou St. John is still in process with the Legal Committee. At its meeting Mr. Gibert reported that the committee agreed not to modify the Conservatory into a foul weather shelter to be used in conjunction with Botanical Garden rentals. It was recommended that the Plaisance Committee look into reuse of existing facilities. A plan for a dock to be constructed along Bayou St. John proposed projection of 12' into the Bayou. Mr. Gibert recommended that maximum projection permitted from the bank be six feet or to the extent of existing structures and moved for Board adoption, which was seconded. After discussion the motion was put to a vote and carried. The Capital Outlay Budget for 1986/87 was submitted by Jess Benton, listing 29 I items. ~/ The President stated that at the next Board meeting he will entertain a motion for the demolition of the footbridge at Bayou St. John, noting that the bridge was a hazard. He requested Mr. Siefken to contact Sunny Schiro regarding its I possible historic value and interested Lakefront residents. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and was presented with recommendations by staff for 1986 fees for various recreational facilities. He moved that the following be adopted: Fees for picnic shelters be increased $5; fees for soccer in Pan American Stadium increased $20; fee for bike rental increased by 75 cents. Continuing his motion, fee for Marconi Meadow be increased by $100 per day when not using Park's food service. Increase admission fee to Botanical Garden from 50 cents to $1. Instead of charging $1 per scout, per night for camping at Scout Island, it was recommended that $5 per night per unit be charged. This motion was seconded, put to a vote and duly carried. Friends of City Park supplied Change Order No. 5 from the Architect for Storyland reporting changes totaling $10,782 necessary to complete renovations as the project opened. It is understood these are to be pade from the initial net profits of Storyland, and on behalf of the Concessions Committee, Mr. Nelson so moved. The motion was seconded, was put to a vote and carried. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Mr. Dickhaus reported that the committee met and discussed the following. Friends accepted enthuSiastically the Carousel project. An appeal for $50,000 in seed money from the City Planning Commission has been made. The Council now needs to ratify their recommendations to fund. 1 Application has been made to place the Carousel on the National Register. The State has indicated it will endorse project. Target date is December 31, 1986 to raise $300,000 needed. Notice has been received of a $15,750 Land & Water Supplemental Grant that must be matched; funds presently do not exist for match. The Governor has confirmed $300,000 for the Quadraplex and $150,000 for a track. Both are dependent upon 1986 money coming to the State. Alden McDonald, CEO of Liberty Bank, is working to identify additional sources of private funds. Further regarding the Quadraplex, Mr. Rapp is seeking a contract from Coke and Miller Brewers to underwrite the concessions facility and score boards. Fence billboards will be sought through softball leagues. It was reported that the Tennis Oilmen's Tournament, held each Spring, was working with the General Manager in setting up a capital improvement program, wherein a fund would grow over a period of years until a major capital project in the $100,000 range could be undertaken. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - The committee will meet after the first of December to I evaluate staff employees. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Mr. Smith reported there would be a public hearing next month on the operating budget. He stated that the current operating deficit , was due to Hurricane Juan and other expenses. GOLF COMMITTEE - Mr. Schoen reported that the committee met and approved certain fee increases by staff, and moved that the following be adopted: North course - all day, week day, from $5.75 to $6; South - $4.25 to $5; East $6 to $6.25; West - $6.50 to $6.75. Annual tickets - from $375 to $400, with exception of Senior Citizens. Private owned carts - $6. Monthly tickets will be changed, with exception of Senior Citizens - South course - $26; North and South on weekdays, $34 to $38. North, South, East and West courses - $48 to $53. Ladies - $45 to $50. Pros - $24. Teaching permits - $100 to $250. Clergy, Tickets after 5 P.M.; Senior daily tickets and student tickets will all remain the same. Golf cart rentals 9 holes - $6.25; 18 holes $12.50. Driving range buckets $2.75; smaller bucket - $1.50. The motion was seconded by Mr. Gibert, put to a vote and carried. HORTICULTURE &GROUNDS COMMITTEE - Mrs. Read displayed the Christmas poster which indicates dates and activities in the Park during December. The 1986 operating budget was reviewed and recommendations made to Finance Committee: 1) Need for a full-time arborist; 2) no funds allocated for special tree project; 3) Funds to do a first class treatment of Beauregard Circle. Mrs. Read reported on the NEA competition with 281 competitors being registered. , LEGAL COMMITTEE - No Report. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard reported that the recent "Sunday in the Park" was very successful, and compared it to a mini-Jazz & Heritage Festival. He reported that a 30 minute documentary is in the making and to be produced in the near future in conjunction with the City's telecommunications Office and Cox Cable. It will take approximately 4 - 6 months to complete and the Park will be given the master tape, which later can be used for promotion. TENNIS COMMITTEE - No Report. NOMINATING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert reported that the following Board members' term of office expires on December 31, 1985: CommiSSioners Leake (served 2 terms - ineligible for nomination), LeCorgne, Schoen, Sylvester, and Winston. After careful consideration of recommendations, on behalf of the committee, Mr. Gibert placed the names of the following individuals to fill the five vacancies: Commissioners LeCorgne, Schoen, Sylvester, and Winston, and Mr. Thomas S. Davidson, President, Sizeler Realty Company, Inc. (his other affiliations were read by Mr. Gibert). Mr. Gibert stated that all individuals have been contacted and are willing to serve on the City Park Board if elected. The President advised that other names may be placed in nomination at this time. Hearing no other nomination, Mr. Leake moved that the nominees be I approved, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. ~---~------/{J).3 FRIENDS OF CITY PARK - No report. , The Board was advised of Mr. Stan Reddicks retirement. Mr. Jack Lohner, the Park's new executive assistant, was introduced. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried, the meeting was adjourned at 5:29 P.M. ~.dfcRecording Secretary~~cko-cf APPROVED; PRE SID E N T , I ,n. ...u OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4666 TREASURERS REPORT RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION NOVEMBER 30, 1985 General Fund Operating Account: Balance October 31, 1985 $ 105,425.29 Receipts month of November 1985 218,702.79 Interest Income 185.00 Sub-total $ 324,313.08 I Di sbur sement s : Checks Nos. 6649 thru 6810 $ 301,230.09 Loan Repayment - cart Shed 2,830.06 Loan Repayment - carts 6,997.63 Sub-total $ 311.057.78 Balance November 30, 1985 $ 13,255.30 other cash: payroll account 4,751. 39 Petty cash account 2,962.97 Tbtal cash on hand & in banks November 30, 1985 $ 20,969.66 I PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES /u5 'JAH:U OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482-4888 December 9, 1985 MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR DECEMBER 17, 1985 MEETING OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF CITY PARK TIME: 4:00 p.m. PLACE: Casino Building, Board Room 1. Roll Call. 2. Introduction of Guests. 3. Approval of November 19, 1985 Minutes. I 4. General Manager's Report. 5. Communications. 6. Report of Officers. 7. Report of Committees. 8. Report of Museum Representative. 9. Report of Friends of City Park. 10. Unfinished Business. 11. Election of Officers for 1986. 12. Consideration of Personnel Matters in Executive Session. 13. New Business. I 14. Adjournment. PARK AREA. 1500 ACRES .I,"", .... OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 December 10, 1985 Board of Commissioners New Orleans City Park Improvement Association New Orleans, Louisiana 70119 Dear Commissioners: November was an unseasonally mild month with many warm and sunny days. The beautiful weather stimulated patron utilization of the park's many recreational centers which resulted in very favorable financial gains for the Park. With nearly every department exceeding budget expectations, the year-to-date financial summary once again reflects an operating surplus and total elimination of the $23,902 deficit of the previous month. Had the New Orleans area not experienced four major hurricanes during the previous four months, it is certain that 1985 would have I been the most successful financial year in the history of City Park. The comparison of actual to budgeted revenue for all depart ments is as follows: Revenue for November Category Actual Budget Variance Golf Green Fees $ 65,125 $ 54,800 $ 10,325 Golf Cart Rentals 42,468 36,500 5,968 Government Appropriations 29,166 29,166 0 Golf Driving Range 19,231 15,700 3,531 Stadia 14,665 19,000 ( 4,335) Tennis 9,882 11,017 ( 1,135) Baseball 5,660 100 5,560 Horticulture 4,898 2,300 2,598 Boating and Fishing 4,308 2,000 2,308 Concessionaires 3,873 2,900 973 Miscellaneous 800 600 200 Shelter Rentals 236 200 36 Interest Income 185 2,500 ( 2,315) I Marconi Meadow 0 2,400 ( 2,400) Total Park $200,497 $179,183 ~ 21.3l4 PARK AREA. 1.500 ACRES ~~~~~~------1&1 JLU',LJ OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 December 10, 1985 2 Monthly Year-to-date Operating Summary Actual Budget Actual Budget Total Revenue $200,497 $179,183 $2,843,545 $2,761,563 Total Expense 280,172 287,400 2,785,667 2,708,326 Net Margin $(79,675) $ (l08, 217) $ 57,878 $ 53,237 Year-to-date Operating Results $4,641 Surplus. November revenues exceeded prior year totals by $24,257. This is indicative of both very favorable weather and the overall improved conditions in the Park. With actual operating revenue exceeding budget and total expenses being less than anticipated, the net operating profit for the month of November was $28,542. As the warm weather continues into December, the probability of City Park I ending the year with a surplus from departmental operations seems most certain. Golf green fees, cart rentals and activity at the Driving Range all exceeded budget expectations and prior year levels. The Golf Driving Range had a 23.5% increase over prior year activity which is the largest area of growth associated with the Golf complex. While the golf clubhouse and cart shed areas continue to operate at a very acceptable operational level, payroll cost overruns at the driving range remain a concern to management. It is anticipated that the new supervisor of the driving range will increase the operating efficiency of this Park department. The prep football season is now officially over for games played at the two City Park Stadia. Although rain caused the cancellation of several games earlier in the season, City Park was fortunate to host all state playoff games held in the New Orleans area for both Fortier and Brother Martin High SChools. The probability of Tad Gormley Stadium receiving an all weather track surface looks even more favorable at this time. Management is continuing to secure cost estimates for undertaking this project. I We are encouraged that the $150,000 promised by Senator Bill Jefferson should be adequate to install such a surface. PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES 1&8 nu,.... OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 482·4888 December 10, 1985 3 Turbo blasting for the surface preparation of nine tennis courts to a parking area will begin on Wednesday, December 11, 1985. It is hoped this project will be completed by February 1, 1986. Revenue from Boating and Fishing and Horticulture more than doubled budget projections. Horticulture revenue has increased by $8,000 over prior year and revenue from Boating and Fishing has increased nearly $15,000 over levels achieved in 1985. "A Day in City Park" was held Sunday, November 10, 1985 in conjunction with NOMA's Odyssey Ball. The one day celebration was a tremendous public relations success for City Park as large crowds wandered throughout the park enjoying the free entertainment and beautiful surroundings. The Mayor appointed the Caplinger Group to perform planning I services for the Quadraplex project. The sum of $700,000 is available for this project, $400,000 from the city and $300,000 from the state. Planning will commence immediately. The adopted city operating budget for 1986 includes $331,960 for City Park. This is a reduction of about 5% from 1985, but the park's percentage reduction is significantly less than most city depar tment s • The city's capital budget contains $50,000 to assist in the acquisition of the Carousel. The funding source is Miscellaneous Capital Funds and should be available for allocation in January, 1986. We will make a supplemental verbal report at the meeting of the Board of Commissioners should there be any additional note worthy information. Respectfully submitted, I • Administrator General JHB/WJR/dz PARK l\REA, '1500 ACHES /tvCj JCU1.U OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS. LOUISIANA 70119. PHONE (504) 4B2-4BBB December 10, 1985 PARK STATISTICS As of 11/30/85 Current Last Year Current Last Year Monthly Monthly Y.T.D. Y. T. D. Daily Green Fees North 2,253 1,423 25,194 22,868 South 1,655 1,531 20,655 15,184 East 1,839 1,173 21,743 17,644 West 2,848 1,763 24,911 27,721 Discount $5.00 0 2,304 4,071 2,304 Monthly Golf Tickets 132 157 1,755 1,651 ~ua1 Golf Tick." 0 0 180 130 If Cart Rental - 18 Hole 3,496 3,185 40,046 31,415 9 Hole 687 515 9,018 6,629 Driving Range Buckets 7,814 6,329 115,539 98,182 Tennis Courts - Rental Hours 2,288 1,547 23,713 23,978 Softball Games - Day 105 51 1,024 865 - Night 0 0 29 94 Bike Rental - 1 Hour 82 67 1,763 1,567 Peddle Boat - 1 ., Hour 203 155 3,558 3,076 " " - 1 Hour 107 190 3,065 3,623 Skiffs - 1 Hour 170 187 4,147 4,175 Canoes - 1 Hour 173 118 4,452 2,435 Canoes - Scout Island 84 90 918 1,396 Fishing Ticket - Daily Adult 288 441 11,555 7,811 " " - Daily Youth 119 135 3,279 2,622 " Annual Pass 0 0 31 68 I PAHK AREA. 1500 ACRES - 2 - /~ The committee reviewed fee proposal for consultation, plans, specifications, bidding and construction monitoring of new Tad Gormley Track. The DeGeronimo Associates Firm of Michigan will be contacted and requested to work with a I local engineering firm in the construction monitoring phase of his contract. CONCESSIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Nelson reported that the committee met and reviewed financial statements for City Park Food and Beverage services, amusement rides and Storyland, it being noted that sales and revenues for the current period were above budget in all areas except the Golf Clubhouse. The Finance and Legal Committees were requested to review park's liability insurance and advice be furnished with respct to such insurance for all concessions activities, particularly for school football games in the park stadia. The committee approved inclusion of additional coupons (as concessions are concerned) with Friends membership renewals an an inducement to expand membership. A request was received from the New Orleans Museum of Art that City Park assist them in financing Sunday in the Park by paying a printing bill of approximately $2000 for notices of the event. Mr. Nelson so moved, which was seconded by Mr. Smith, was put to a vote and carried. DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE - Mr. Dickhaus reported that the committee met and advised that regarding City funding for 1986, the Park received one of the lowest budget cuts and suggested that Board members write a letter to the I Mayor. $50,000 was retained for seed funding for the carousel. Mr. Dickhaus reported that State Public Work funds are contingent upon '86 monies in Reconciliation Bill. Representative of the Oilmen's Tennis tournament advised that they will work for a $65,000 capital program by 1986-87, to convert six rubico tennis courts to parking lots. From 1987 on, will give $5,000 over $4,000 now given annually. The State has approved the Carousel for historical preservation. Mr. Dickhaus stated that the fund raising committee desperately needs help in identifying and soliciting donors. EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - Reported on later in minutes. FINANCE COMMITTEE - Mr. Smith reported that the committee met and reviewed the proposed 1986 Budget which projects revenues of $3,257,350 and expenditures of a like amount. This is a 7% increase over projected 1985 figures. Revenue from operations are projected to increase $257,600 or 10.5% while the revenue from the City and State are projected to decline $45,150. Revenue from self operations fund 83.1% of the operating budget. Ten and one half percent of the proposed expenditures or $341,550 are budgeted for repayment of debt, new equipment and improvements. The remaining 89 1/2% I of budgeted expenditures are for general operating expenses. /7/ MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS OF THE NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION The regular monthly meeting of the Board of Commissioners was held on Tuesday, the Seventeenth Day of December, 1985, commencing at 4:03 P.M .• • The meeting was called to order by the President, noting a quorum was present. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: Robert A. Peyroux, President; Commissioners Bassich, Comiskey, Dickhaus, Gibert, Hilbert, Janssen, King, LeCorgne, Lund, Nelson, H. Read, P. Read, Schoen, Siefken, Smith, Stich, Sylvester, Willard and Winston. ABSENT: Commissioners Bagert, Barthelemy, Boudreaux, DeViney, Early, Leake, O'Keefe, and Tessier. EXCUSED: Commissioners O'Keefe, Regarding the minutes of the November meeting, a correction was noted by Mr. Janssen to include the phrase "by a property owner" on page 2, the second paragraph. It was moved by Mr. Smith, seconded and duly carried that the minutes be approved as written. The President stated that the General Manager's report had been distributed. No Communications. REPORTS OF THE OFFICERS: I President - No report. First Vice President - No report. Second Vice President - No report. Treasurer - Mr. Bassich reported that the monthly Treasurer's report had been circulated. Secretary - No Report. REPORTS OF THE STANDING COMMITTEES: ARCHITECTURAL & ENGINEERING COMMITTEE - Mr. Gibert advised that the committee met and reported that the tennis court removals were completed yesterday and that repairs to tennis court cracks has not yet commenced. Regarding casino renovations of restrooms, either the firm of Imre Hegedus or Don Caldwell will be selected as architects for the project •• No action was taken regarding the foot bridge over Bayou St. John; still awaiting determination of historical significance. The committee recommended that a full-time maintenance man be employed to correct existing conditions, which through lack of attention, are resulting in I further deterioration, particularly evident in the peristyle. - 3 - /7~ Mr. Smith moved that the proposed budget submitted by management be adopted as the 1986 Park Operating Budget. The motion was seconded, put to a vote and carried. It was anticipated that the Park will have an operating surplus at year end • that can be used for capital projects. Management will submit recommendations to the Finance Committee for its consideration in January. Outside auditors have been asked to evaluate the park's cash controls currently in place and issue a report to the Board. GOLF COMMITTEE - No report. HORTICULTURE & GROUNDS COMMITTEE - No Report. LEGAL COMMITTEE - Mr. Lund reported that the Design Consortium Group submitted a proposed contract and the committee was reviewing same. PUBLIC RELATIONS COMMITTEE - Mr. Willard advised that Storyland's Childrens Weekend was scheduled for December 27, 28 and 29th and Radiophone was sponsoring the event and will match up to $2000 on receipts. TENNIS COMMITTEE - Mr. Bassich reported that the tennis courts were ready for the Sugar Bowl tennis tournament. MUSEUM REPRESENTATIVE - No Report. However, Mr. Nelson, of its Expansion Committee stated that drafts were still being exchanged and was proceeding slow. I Mr. Nelson advised Board members that the present structure of the Museum's Board of Trustees, due to an amendment of its by-laws, will phase down Park representation to one over a two year period. He stated that this contradicts the wishes of Isaac Delgado. FRIENDS - It was reported that the principal activities of the Friends for the month of December was the preparation of the Christmas festivities at the Botanical Garden and Storyland. Storage space was needed for equipment and Christmas figures. NOMINATING COMMITTEE - Regarding the election of officers for 1986, the following names were placed in nomination: PreSident, Mr. LeCorgne; First Vice President, Mr. Smith; Second Vice President, Mr. Bassich; Secretary, Mr. Sylvester; Treasurer, Mr. Gibert. It was moved that nominations be closed for the office of PreSident, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. Mr. LeCorgne was elected by acclamation. It was moved that nominations be closed for the office of First Vice PreSident, which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. Mr. Smith was elected by acclamation. It was then moved that the entire slate of officers be accepted by acclamation, I which was seconded, put to a vote and carried. - 4 - 17.3 Mr. LeCorgne thanked Board members, stating that he appreciated and looked forward to their support. He will appoint committee chairmen early in January. He added that 1986 will be "the year of the carousel". I EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE - A motion was made, seconded and duly carried that the Board go into Executive session to discuss personnel matters. At this time non-Board members left the Board room, and later were readmitted. Upon coming out of executive session, Mr. LeCorgne adVised that no votes were taken, nor any decisions rendered. Mr. LeCorgne moved that the staff employees be congratulated on a fine year and be retained at the following annual salaries: Mr. Rapp - $64,000; Mr. Buscher - $39,000; Mr. Benton - $36,500; Mr. Dunn - $27,500; Mr. Perry - $36,000; Ms. Blanchard - $2616, subject to compliance with applicable State laws, regulations and policies as to unclassified personnel. The motion was seconded by Mr. Lund and approved by the Board. The Legal Committee will research the executive order on freeze on salary increases for unclassified personnel. This will determine that the Board is acting properly for the period 1986. The motion was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Rapp expressed his thanks on behalf of the staff for the reappointments and salary increases. He stated that he remains strongly motivated to do the best job possible. Mr •. Rapp than stated that Mr. Joe Bush was retiring at age 65, as Assistant General Manager after 34 years, coming to the Park in 1952. Mr. Rapp added that Mr. Bush was a man who wore many hats, performing various jobs all with professional quality, dedication, humor and wit - his best virtue being I patience. Mr. Rapp said that Mr. Bush will be missed, he was a good friend to the Park, and asked Board members to join him in thanking him. Board members gave Mr. Bush a standing ovation. Mr. Bush stated that each and every day from the first, he had always had City Park uppermost in his mind, and will come back as a friend. Mr. Winston moved that Mr. Bush be commended for his outstanding serVice, which was seconded by Mr. Schoen, was put to a vote and carried. Mr. Peyroux stated that his two years as the Park's President has been very rewarding and he enjoyed following such astute leaders. He stated that staff always responded admirably to any task. He mentioned the enormous job being performed by the Friends, bringing City Park to the forefront of the City. He thanked Councilmen Barthelemy, Early and DeViney and others for helping raise funds. Lastly, he stated that there were some Board members leaving today and thanked them for their many accomplishments. On a motion made, seconded and duly carried the meeting was adjourned at 5:47 P.M. I Recording Secretary ATTEST: PRE SID E N T 171 ll'lll,1.I OF COMMISSIONERS. NEW ORLEANS CITY PARK IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA 70119, PHONE (504) 482-4888 TREASURERS REPORT RECAP OF FINANCIAL POSITION DECEMBER 31, 1985 General Fund Operating Account: Balance November 30, 1985 $ 13,255.30 Receipts month of December 1985 245,921. 33 Proceeds from sale of u.S. Treasury Bill 25,000.00 Sub-total $ 284,176.63 1Disbursements: Checks Nos. 6811 thru 7000 $ 259,015.03 Loan Repayment - Cart Shed 2,793.36 Loan Repayment - Carts 6,921.80 Sub-total $ 268,730.19 Balance December 31, 1985 $ 15,446.44 Other Cash: Payroll Account 4,750.89 Petty cash account 2,962.97 TOtal cash on hand & in bankS December 31, 1985 $ 23,160.30 • PARK AREA, 1500 ACRES