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Commission Meeting September 9, 1998 Page 2 Mr. Smith suggested Forest Elementary School, Mr. Morgan replied there would be legality problems with the city spending money on school property. Future discussions will be made on the possibility of moving the ball diamond to remedy this problem. Report by Acting Commissioner: Mr. Morgan stated a new brochure with a new image has been introduced. Several complements have already been received. We received a couple of thank you letters which demonstrate improvements that have been made. One regarding the outdoor pool and our guard staff. The other from Harvey Jackson whom we helped with a service project for his college degree. He helped us develop our job descriptions and was very appreciative. Mr. Jenkins received a complimentary letter on Tom Stein who helped with the Homeowners Association. Many activities in the summer months have occurred. We had a benefit for the Skate Park in July. The Bike Contest and Parade on the Fourth of July was a big success. The rink opened on time. A new roof and insulation with enhanced lighting are some improvements. Capital improvements in the works include fixing a small leak in concession and the HVAC to be replaced. Also, Lights and Sound System to be installed. If money allows we hope to paint the rink area. The pool will be delayed one week in opening due to the sandblasting renovations. Locker rooms will be painted also during this week. We will be replacing the Concession floor tiles before opening for the fall season. The water heater compressor in the pool area is a high priority by the end of the year. Some new upcoming programs include Clown & Juggling Clinic and Line dancing. Precision ice skating introductory program will be starting on the main rink through the Westshore Figure Skating Club. Income revenue is down $ 6,000. A big contributor to this is horseback riding. Our new computer system which will be implemented in the future will track the departments which are down. We also lost revenue due to the new $15 million Westlake facility. We lost the Westlake swim team due to this new venture. Mr. Morgan stated that strategic planning for park facilities in the future will be a focus. He also suggested group tours to the new Westlake facility. We will look into a new exercise facility, ball diamonds and soccer fields. A plan will be implemented within the next five years.