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CITY qF UEVO N C17Y COUNCIL
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Work Session of the City of Denton City Council on Tuesday,
November 10, 1987, at 5:00 p.m. in the Civil Defense Room of
City Hall at which the following items will be considered:
5:00 p.m.
Receive an overview of the drainage requirements and
proposed changes to the CIP Drainage Study,
2. Receive a report regarding the alignment of )oodrow
Lane.
3. Receive a report regarding the hydroelectric project.
" 11 Receive a report from the Redistricting Subcommittee.
i',~4 S, Introduction and update regarding the Museum of
Natural History/Farm Operation.
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A. Legal Matters Under Sec. 2(e), Art. 62S2.17 {
V. T.S. 1. Hold a discussion regarding Iitiga, tion
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including Denton Count and Flow Hos ital
vs. the city o Denton an Martin vs. t e
, tt' y of l en on.
B. Real Estate Under Sec. 2(f), Art. 62S2.17
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C. Personnel/Board Apppointments Under Sec, 2(g),
At 6252.17 V.A.T.S.
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AGENDA
' CITY OF DENTON CITY COUNCIL
November 10, 1987
Work Session of the City of Denton City Council on Tuesday
y November 10, 1987, at 5:00 P.M. in the Civil Defense Room or'
City Hall at which the following items will be considered:
5:00 P.M.
Receive an overview of the drainage require ients and
:q y,9 proposed changes to the CIP Drainage Study.
J2, Receive a report regarding the alignment of Woodrow
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Lane,
g, Receive a report regarding the hydroelectric project.
4, Receive a report from the Redistricting Subcommittee.
s,, Introduction and update regarding the Museum of
Natural History/Farm Operation,
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1. Hold a discussion regarding litigation
including Denton Count and Flow Hos itae
vs4 the City o Denton an art nvs.
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' B. Real Estate Under Sec. 2(f), Art. 6252.17
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C. Personnel /Board Appointments Under Sec. 2(g),
Art 6252-17 Y.A.T. .
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I. Drainage Plan
A, Levels of protection
B. street flooding requirements
C. pipe versus channels
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A. Design requirements for existing drainage
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IV, Development of CIP Projects
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701 Lloyd V. Harrell, City Manager
FROM: Rick Svehla, Deputy City Manager
DATE: November b, 1987
SUBJECTI Alignment of Woodrow Lane
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Last time we reviewed this project, the Council had some >
questions about whether we could subttitute a fifth continuous
turn lane for the median that we had been looking at, At that
time, there was some discussion about costs; and the Council
asked us to go back and look at altmrnativos,
We have done that. The original thought was that it would be
cheaper to buy the median since we were talking about just
buildin the curbs and gutters and leaving the inside of the
median just grass (versus some of the similated brick that we
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have been doing on Lillian Miller). However, because we did
have quite a few turn lanes and median crossings, we have found
that the cost of the continuous turn lane would be
a approximately the same. We estimate that the rreject will cost
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Originally, we had not budgeted this amount of money. However,
the Council at the recommendation of the 91 Committee did
'Yx recommend that we transfer some of the savings from Lillian
r+ Miller and the turn lanes to this project. We still think we
4 may be short. However, we would certainly suggest that we move
forward with the project as a five lane facility. This would
it allow most of the owners to have left turn access from either
4' direction to their properties,
<'ay; Finally, 1 would point out one thing. Since we are trying to
save money ut the bridge and 'since there would be a substantial
adount of fill or embankment at the bridge, there would still
5 be, some pro erties near the bridge that would have limited
~.It:t access, Undper either, scenario, we would still continue to
"gy~ su est, to you that the bridge be narrowed down and that a
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We will be able to show you the affected properties at the
meeting on Tuesday night. We would also be happy to answer any
other questions that you might have at that time. 4
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November 10, 1987
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
TO i WYOR AND M?IBER S OF TFf_ CITY CU1,4CI L
FRCMt Lloyd Harrell, City Manager
SIJ13JECTi DISCUSS LEWISVILLE HYCROELECTRIC PROJECT,
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The Public Utilities Board, and Staff, recorrmende approval of a
contract with Dominion Bridge-Sulzer to purchase a Hydroelectric
Turbine for Lewisville Lake.
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The City of Denton has been In the feasibility,
preliminary design & .egos for a 2800 KW hydroelectric rturbine
for Lewisville Lake since 1981. Denton was issued a
construction license by the Federal Energy Regulatory Corrmisslon ~
for this project in 1984, Construction must begin by March
19880 or Denton [a in jeopardy of losing this license. The
consulting engineering firm of Black & Veatch, Kansas Cit "
,'o tir., s Missouri, have been employed by Denton during the feasibility
and preliminary design stages, and are under a contingent
contract to perform the full construction dee[gn pending
r~ltST , + Denton's approval to proceed with the 1" 4 pro}act. Awarding a a
l' „ contract to purchase the turbine will release Black do Veatch to
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Denton had received bids for this turbine In May, 1986, with a
4 low evaluated bid of $Ig 238,850 frwn Dominion Bridge-Sulzer who
erg headquarted In Boston. The turbine Is a Swiss manufs •ed
ty1, turbine. J
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Power Sales Agreement If Denton proceeded with this project.
" vra Denton hoe spent the past 15 months attempting to 'eeolVo these
, concerns. An amendment to the TWA Power Sales Agreement has
been developed by the TWA Attorney's, and has received the
approval of the Clty of Denton, City of Bryan, TWA Bond l
Council, Standard do Poorle, Moody's and the two banks who held `
,X",rrr;r ai major TWA debt securities. The Cities of Garland and ~ rt
Oreenvllie, and the TMPA Board have yet to act on the amendment.
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Due to the delay In awardlny a contract for the turbine, the
original May 1986 bid expired and in March 19870 the
hydroelectric turbine was rebid, Dominion Bridge-Sulzer, again,
was the low bidder of $1,363,570. This bid price was firm only
until November I, 1987,
In order to meet the FERC license deadline of March 1988, it 11
necessary to gec engineering for the turbine housing,
auxiliary equipment underway imnedletely. The total piping and
cost of the
project le est_meted to be 83,500,000. The unit will produce
3 approximately 12,000,000 K1ki per yeAr, All of the electricity
will be utilized by the water and wastewater departments. The
average cost of electricity from the unit Is estimated to be
r 6.0064/KWH for the first 25 years. Wholesale cost of power from
TWA for 1988 is expected to be 6.6230/KWH and a projected
3 average cost of 8.260/KWH for this some ? government will receive the eddltlonal benefit peofloe. retGurnefon
investment of approximately $200,000/year.
There Is some risk In proceeding with the project In that If an
amendment to the TMPA contract is not finalized, Denton me be at i ~
i In technical violation of the TMPA "all requirements" Power ;
Sales Contract. However, this violation would not occur until
the unit began producing electrical power In the second E "
fs~,}V, L, of 1989, It might be noted that the City of Geri and Is buiuarter
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a 750 KW generator at their wastewater treatment plant that wlII
,r„"hs;k^ n' 4~fi use sewer methane gas for energy. Therefore, It la anticipated
that the amendment to the TMPA contract will be necessary for
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4 { ;•r Ity of Garland also.
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It Is racwrmended that the following actions be taken on this
projects
r x I. Award a contract to DominIon Bridge-Sulzer for the
w$ hydroelectric turutna.
R 2. Release Black & Veatch to begin eAgineerin and ration
¢ of plans and specifications for the installationeofrathis
hydroelectric turbine and associated auxiliary equipment,
r 3. Continue to work with the Cities of Garland and Greenville
"t and the TMPA Board to approve the amendment to the
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4. Conclude the ongoing activities of getting an agreement }
`N s, rA with the City of Dollau for the non-consumptive right to i
the water discharge from Lewisville and an operations
t r4;,,M„ > agreementI a non-consumptive water rights permit from the
Texas Water Conmisslon, and an Interchange point agreement
r7°'+ with Brazos Electric Cooperative and possibly Denton
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Back-up for Agenda item i b
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CITY of DENTON, TEXAS Clr/c Cantor/ 321 E. MaXinney/ Denton, TX 76201
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Betty McKean, Executive oirector for Municipal Services
and Economic Development
{'•,'t' PROM; Steve Brinkman, Director, Parks and Recreation
,k- DATE: November 5, 1987
SUBJECT: Museum of Natural History/Barm Operation
We have looked at the Tripp property and feel it would give Denton
residents an excellent attraction with a farm operation as well as
provide us with a facility for a museum of natural history which
would be used for educational programs and exhibits which are not
available in Denton at the present time. We also hope to get the
DISD involved with this facility by supporting it through visitation fq
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we would like to get into the lease agreement and, over the first 12
~rrJ months, undertake a fundraising effort to raise thA $100000
necessary to get the facility developed to a minimal extent that
will allow for the public use. After this money is raised, we would
begin the development and open the farm operation as soon as r
possible.
We feel funds can be raised through rent and revenues from classes ,
to get us by until tha farm operation can be opened. After the farm
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c;e'•, the fees generated by admissio:,u, classes, and rental of the
facilities.
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The lease Mr, Tripp has drawn up would allow for six years of
h „operation with an option for continuing that lease beyond the six ;Fw
,.q year period. We can also terminate this contract with six months
notice to the Tripps. A copy of that is attached. A copy of our
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estimated development cost and annual expenses and revenues is also
included.
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Gravel Parking 2X000
Walkway Improvements 500 j `
Program Supplies 1000
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a. Animal Pens 1x000
Rail Fence 500
f Cattle Fence 500
Water Troughs 300
Animal Purchases
S' x»' Tools 11000
Animal Shelters 250
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Total $10,000
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~P Feed 12,000 Group Programs 8 100
Ha 500 Admission 7200
1,000 Adoption 2000
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Concession/Sales _ 20500
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State of Texas §
County of Denton §
PROPERTY LEASE AGREEMENT
AGRICULTURAL USE INCLUOING SINGLE FAMILY RESIOENCE
This is a lease agreement between the parties set forth below for the
lease of the property described herein to the City of Denton, Parks and
Recreation Department, for use as an agricultural demonstration and education
center and as a working agricultural farm.
1. PARTIES
y -j Landlord: Bob E. Tripp Trust Number Two
Bob E. Tripp and David E. Tripp, Trustees
6634 Chevy Chase, Dallas, Texas 75225
' (214) 368-6567
In emergency; Evers Hardware, Denton, Texas, or David E. Tripp
(214) 234-2721 or (214) 385-0032
Tenant: City of Denton, Parks and Recreation Department }
321 East McKinney
aµ Denton, Texas 76201
Contact Person: Steve Brinkman, Director
9 (817) 566-8270
r; 2. THE PROPERTY
•'r,° Twenty-seven acres more or less,bound on the south by Highway 77 (North
R Elm Street),on the west and north by the curving Windsor Drive, on the east by
a portion of Evers City Park, and by North Locust Street, single
family house on the premises. Specifically excepted and not im:Pu,;dd is the {
single family house and yard at 3001 North Locust Street, City of Denton,
rfTexas, which yard is surrounded by a chain-link fence being an area of less
than one-half acre.
r ~,+,'!'•s; Right of access: Landlord, their representatives, and the immediate i
families of the Trust members may enter onto the property at any time for
inspection of tenant's agricultural use and for limited recreational use.
3. USE
The property is to be used for agricultural purposes and for the single
family residence of any grounds keeper employed by the City. The tenant may ,
,yr sublet to others or allow agricultural subtenants at will. No trees thicker
than three inch (3") in diameter are to be cut. The City may clear brush and
undergrowth for outdoor seating and lecture areas and may cli low branches to
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allow for hiking trails or nature paths. The City may install parking area '
immediately to the west of the main gate inside the premises on Highway 77. ,
' -'-The City may not use the property for any purpose that would sub„eet the
rr property to a loss of its agricultural-use tax exemption. In tka event the
agricultural exemption is lost, this lease is terminable by landlord on ninety l
day notice to the City. Tenant acknowledges that Landlord makes no
•'r•• representations or warranties that the premises are fit for any particular
" purpose or use.
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4. TERM AND RENT
fi The term of this lease is six years, from November 1, 1987, to October
31, 1993, at the following monthly rent:
November 1, 1985 to October 31, 1988 $ 1,000
November 1, 1988 to October 31, 1989.................... . 1,100
November 1, 1989 to October 31, 1990 1,200 ;
November 19 1990 to October 31, 1991 1,300
November It 1991 to October 319 1992 1,400
November 1, 1992 to October 310 1993 19500
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Any holding over beyond the term set forth shall be at a monthly rent of
$1,600. The rent is payable monthly in advance at 6634 Chevy Chase, Dallas,
Texas 75225, or at such place that Landlord may from time-to-time specify to
tenant in writing. This lease is terminable by either party with six months'
notice to the other party.
" 5. DEPOSIT
:I There is no deposit for this lease; however, the City tenant agrees to '
return the premises at the end of the lease or any lease period in its present
`7c o• , 4'a condition, reasonable wear and tear acceptable, with all repairs and
improvements left intact.
6. TAXES, UTILITIES. AND MATERIAL OBLIGATIONS
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Landlord will pay all property taxes on the property as they fall due. a
All other expenses of any kind shall be borne by tenant, including, but not
limited to the following;
a. Any necessary improvement, maintenance, and repair of any utilities
serving the property, including any maintenance or repair made necessary due
S. to weather or shift in soil; 111
~rt`t>' b Any repairs deemed necessary to fences or the single family house on '
the property;
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t. Any repairs deamod necessary to the driveway or any out building
including maintenance and repair of any stock watering tanks or feed troughs,
necessary to serve any livestock;
d. Tenant accepts the premises as is, in their present condition, and*. '
accepts the premises for the tenant City's contemplated use;
trr,r _ e. Tenant shall comply with all health ordinances and regulations ;
applicable to tenant's use of the property.
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Tenant shall obtain a policy of insurance and deliver a certificate of
;.t such insurance deemed adequate, to Landlord, or certify to Landlord in writing
s that the City, tenant, is self-insured and will immediately indemnify and
represent and forever hold harmless Landlord, the trust family members and
their families from and against any loss, cost, or judgments of any kind
arising from the death, personal injury, or property damage to any person due
to tenant's use of and occupancy of the property. Tenant shall immediately f
undertake to indemnify Landlord and secure counsel reasonably acceptable to
Landlord in event of any claim or demand of landlord due to tenant's operation
of the property.
tM r' °'V 8. MISCELLANEOUS
7 During the months of November and December, 1987, tenant agrees to allow
landlord to collect the rent for the continuing occupancy of the pasture areas
of the property to Landlord's present agricultural tenant, Thereafter tenant i
may sublet the pasture areas to the we agricultural tenant or to any
subtenant of the City's choosing.
Upon six months' notice to Landlord, City may also lease from Landlord
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r ; 18 on a month-to-month or yearly basis as the parties may later agree for a
rental to be agreed upon by the parties at the time the City exercises this
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I, Statement-of-P-9 Lo__se
The basic philosophy underlying the development of a
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farm and natural studies area to demonstrate man's
dependence on those basic environmental components:
ultimate
soil, water, air, minerals, sunlight, and living things. The
site would be an outdoor learning laboratory providing
experiential activities that offers an individual the { J.:
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the stewardship of the environme.
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of responsibility
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interesting, nos
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The site under consideration 1s 27 acres located in North
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three main avenues, Hwy-
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Wyk' west, also location of entrance, FM 2164 (Locust) on the east, r'fr
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{ ;`~y4 and Windsor Drive on the north. St is currently j
in a trust with his four children.
Bob Tripp
This 27 acres was originally part of a 160 acre Eaem
A. F. Eves, Sr. `I
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It is a possibility that a maSority of
in the early 192019.
this 27 acres was not plowed, but rather used for homesteading r 0`fy~`
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kct and pasture land* The farm also had a small dairy ;
include a rent house'
property a;
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of the dairy operation, is of tin construction with 3 -ncrete
floor, gas and water lines.
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At the present time, the lease being considered is
4 $12,000.00 per year. This sum covers the taxes assessed on
the property: city, county, and school. The lease term is 6
} years, and we can terminate the contract with six months E
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IV. Program Format and Activities
A. Program Format: ;
r^'` The program format considered for this area involves
farm activities, pioneer skills and crafts, and
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program base with r.inimal, centralized development of the
facility. A majority of the property is last in a
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natural state which is becoming rare in the Denton area,
The area then acts as a preserve that offers a.. aesthetic
setting that buffers out the surrounding environment. *r
B. Activities:
This is the beginning of conservation in children,
psi a,R 4t• . and. there are so many environmental lessons to be 1 ,
learned. There are some children who think milk comes
from a carton out of the store, not from cows. Many have
see
never seen, let alone touched, common farm animals such t
as pigs, sheep, goats, or milk cows. in the garden area,
y" some actual farm products could be growing: corn,
, rP cotton, tomatoes, onions, okra, peas, herbs, etc. 4t;
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help develop environmental
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g provide motivations for readings
studies curriculum and w research, and communications skills.
' an incredible amount of activity
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like this. The farm alone
possibilities in a program
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such as canning
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like stringing popcorn and
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baked orn. The following is
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cranberries or making
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Animal feeding
Animal Care Milking
Bee lore Candle making
Butter churning Weaving
Carding and spinning Folk music
Cornshuck dolls
eyeing with wild plants Indian Activities k°
wean ng i
DUtch oven cooking cooking
Hide tanning Trail marking
planting Games and toys
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soap making Fire building
Rope making mapping
„Nature Hikes compass activities
conservation studies survival skills
Weather Fire building
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~t # Tree study Animal habitats
Wildflower class insects ,
Birds
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area could facilitate:
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Barnyard Babies - Introduce your child to our furry,
feather)', funny farm animals, ages
1-1/2-2-1/2 with adult
Farmer's Helpers - Come help feed and care for farm
animals, ages 3-4 with adult j
Fid's Day Out - Spend a morning on the farm feeding
t>.yt animals, gardening, cooking, or doing
other farm chores, ages 4-6
Pioneer Samplers - Explore pioneer life or lend a hand
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with seasonal and daily chores,
choose activities from program
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Overnight - Looking for a unique retreat or
campout experience? Try the farm
t"dr r"' d overnight! Learn about farm life as i
you make your own meals, feed ,
livestock, assist with chores, and
" try your hand at old time crafts and
skills, ages 7+
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^lr"~ Learn about soil, how to pot plants, ;
and how to make them grow and produce.
'•~~"'".r How to Make ?otpourri from &tart to Finish - t
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This class includes discussion of
growing the plants and herbs used in
potpourri and information about
harvesting and drying.
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essential oils
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Basket Workshops - Three
Basketry, Advanced Rid Basket, Melon
Basket. Includes materials to mike
one basket
Weekend in the woods -
` Activities will include nature
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ages 4-12.
outdoor cooking
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campout or parent/preschooler campout
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Exploring the World of plants -
class will explore the
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of plants.
innermost workings
Terrariums will be constructed, ages
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Breakfast with the Birds
Come observe and learn about the fu;
f~~' _ that inhabit our area while
birds
enjoying an early morning walk.
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feast on a breakfast made with freshP
eggst milk, and butter.
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10 Country Market Days
The market features a broad selection ;k1
Priced antiques and
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handicrafts
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ranging from sourdough biscuit making
to the spinning and weaving of
natural fibers. Savor traditional
i.' f favorite foods such as smoked sausage TT;
and barbecued brisket, and try your
,t hand at candle dipping and other
'pioneer crafts and skills
` Open Houses - Take a change of pace and step tack
to the farm, picnic beneath tall
Fpd shade trees, meet our animals, and k,
lend a hand with the activities
bq* A Frontier Fair - A chance for children to explore,
4;z~^ taste, and experience the life of
1 pioneers through games, crafts, and ;a
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ANP and experiencing will be encouraged through all the
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Sight - Learning to observe carefully
Touch - Animals can be handled, textures can be compared
Smell - A farm has many shiells distinctive to it, I.
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Taste - Certain of the plant and plant products can be
tasted. Learning what not to taste is important
Y fi4, Hearing - Not only will the spoken word of the instructor
be heard but animal sounds, birds singing, and 5
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y, Renovations and Set-up
i Since this is just an introductory proposal, theri has
been no master plan of development worked up. As stated
earlier, the most desirable plan is to have minimal `
development. The site would be used as a model farm and {
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natural area, while serving as a rental facility. As with any
project, the development will take place over a period of
time. Activities and learning experiences will take place as
each facet of the site is readied. Though it may not be ready
it for public visitation, right away the site can still be used j
for pre-planned groups and schools as an outdoor classroom. 4.
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The first priority of renovation would be a general clean 11,
of the site including cleaning out the buildings, clearing
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fit,
Of the after this general improvement, further work
fences.
would be limited to give general areas. These area
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1, Parking, near gate area to limit impact on the property, ,
ti needs to include bus parking.
2. Improvement of grounds immediately around the house and
the house itself. This would include cleanings clearing,
painting# an3 the possible development of a courtyard
area, This would enhance the house, making it more
desirable for receptions, meetings, reunions, and I
weddings.
1ti3. Develcnment and improvement of outbuildings and immediate
y 1 e area for model farm programs
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b. Construction of a large garden area for prram
use. May include a small greenhouse adjacent to it.
C. Construction of small workshop and tool shed.
d. Construction of a country kitchen to be used for
cookouts and crafts area.
e, Renovation of windmill to working condition. The
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property had an 800 foot artesian well that was used
up to the time the property was hooked up to the
city water system.
f, placement of outdoor restrooms.
'r 4, Placement of a small picnic area adjacent to the farm
area and the house,
56, Construction of two to three group campsites spread
across the property that could also be used for outdoor
classrooms.
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done by volunteers with some donated materials, but the major
effort will be a fundraising drive to generate approximately
«w $10,000 needed to develop the property.
~VI, Hours of Operation
The facility would operate on a six day, Tuesday through
Sunday, schedule. Normal operating hours would be similar to
other packs and recreation facilities: Sam to Spm on weekdays
and 12 noon to 6pm on Saturdays and Sundays. During the
summer months of June to August, the hours could be extended
to 7pm to take advantage of the warmer days and longer
daylight, Consideration is being given to closing the
facility during the colder months, mid-December to
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not rentals, planned programs, and prearranged groups.
VII, sources of Revenue
A, Program fees - Programs offered by this facility will be
t divided into three areas, i
' 1. Public Programs - Advertised for general
w ti, registration. Includes youth, family, and adult
r j programs. Fees are based on a minimum participation
level, figuring all costa incurred for the class
including those charges assigned by the city.
n 2. Group - Prearranged groups, includes schools, day
care, scouts, etc. Fee based on a per person per
hour scale. There is a minimum and maximum group
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size, depending upon the activity. a ,
3, Outreach - A program that takes activities to groups
or classes. Fees based on per person per hour
scale. Minimum and maximum group size, depending
upon the activity. May be additional mileage charge
Sri z~ if traveling a long distance.
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u}yq~'~ 1, Group Campeites - Fee based on per night use
minimum and maximum group size,
»ai 2, Rental of House Facilities - Fee based on an hourly +
rate with a refundable damage deposit required. A
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break in the fee may be possible for rentals over a
certain amount of timer example: $200.00 for four
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i.e. 4-H, to rent the farm area. Fee based on
hourly rate with the possibility of a fee break
after an amount of time. A staff person would have
to be presents this would be covered in the fee.
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"P $1.00 may be charged to help offset costs. Passes for
a` individuals and families may also be possible.
p, Adopt an Animal - Opportunity for people to help offset
animals. Generally
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and their {inM,
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name is placed on a sign displayed at the animal's living
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twelve month period.
Feed Vending - Pot those wishing to buy a small amount of
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grain to feed the animals, a vending machine (like a
;°IG gumbal] machine) or small sacks of grain may be bought, t ;
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gets older, replacement and cutbacks must be made to =E "i
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control the quality and costs of maintenance.
these animals may be made through approved auction houses or public sale.
01 Hotel/Motel Room Ocnvpancy Tax May be possible to seek
out and receive money from this fund. Currently, the k
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Greater Denton Arts Council is receiving a 21 share. One
percent of this is for the development of the performing
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when this project is completed.
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H. Fundraising - Dollars from this source is an important
part of almost every non-profit operation. This would
include special events held at the site plus other events 3
like galas, film or lecture aeries, or auctions. The
costs for some of these events could be underwritten by
sponsorships while others could be put on by volunteers.
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5 ' I. Grants and Foundations - A search is currently in
s progress for federal# statep and private agencies that
may grant full, partial$ or matching monies for the
a al; 4koi r7A development and/or operation of this facility. A local ;
' b' grant consultant who has been very successful at
~jJ{ obtaining monies has indicated an interest in helping
4µ~4 rg' write a grant. The Benefit League, Texas Historical i"
` Commission, Institute of Museum Services National Trust
for Historical Preservation and the Department of Housing
J'4 and Urban Development are among the agencies being looked
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A. Parks and Recreation Staff:
'~wS1yY"s y` it Our Outdoor Education Specialist would be reassigned
( from Denis to provide supervision, planning,
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would oversee the general operation# supervisory
responsibilities, and programming. The Parks
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Division would also assist in maintaining the
facility and livestock.
2. At least two half-time temporary/seasonal staff for
general responsibilities on the facility would need
to be hired. it is felt revenue generated from
admissions and classes can pay for these two
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3. Instructors would be hired to teach specific classes
z on the basis that their class meets minimum
enrollment. Their salary is figured into the class
fee.
4. Three temporary/seasons] staff would be hired to
lead summer camp activities and cover extra hours
open during the summer months.
s and grounds help may be found
5, Additional office
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through federally and state funded programs like
JTPA and Green Thumb.
6, The success of any operation like this is the
development of a strong volunteer and docent
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program. Volunteers are important in helping staff
prepare programs, footwork for special events,
animal feeding and maintenance, and facility
x~d,~~ rit;r maintenance. A docent program is very important in >sa
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school groups. They help free up staff to take care
of day to day operations, planning, and most
' " importantly, allow more groups to be served,
neither have an impact on the budget and are
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special events.
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Within the past two generations, Texas' population has more
than doubled and has dramatically changed from rural to urban, As a
result of this change, citizens have greatly neglected their
surroundings, thus creating many environmental problems within the
biosphere. Pollution of the environment, poor land development and
> the near extinctions of some plants and animals are but some of the
pressing problems people have created. These problems relate very
directly to the quality of life that exists and, therefore, must be
" addressed.
' Each imiividual's attitude toward the productive use of the
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earth's resources will determine the quality of life a citizen can
expect to have in the future. There is a pressing need to have
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direct experience with the resources that we have the responsibility
of managing. This experience is essential to shaping constructive
~ ward the wise use of natural resources. '
attitudes to
Not only does this type of education develop proper
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just seeing, and it liberates curiosity. What better way to learn
about the resources of the field, forest, and farm than to have y '
classrooms, in these settings? We Faye just such an opportunity
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before us, to develop a site that is available to all as an outdoor
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