2012 Budget - South Suburban Parks and Recreation

South Suburban Park and Recreation District
Capital Improvement Plan
Project Highlights for 2012 (continued)
3. Central Irrigation Control replacements ($48,000) - When the first controllers for the
central control systems were installed in 1991, they were stand alone F-Units. These
controllers had direct communication to the base station and at the time functioned
quite well. Over the past 20 years these, due to the advancements, these controllers
have become outdated and obsolete. We can no longer purchase parts or replacement
components. The cost for repairs averages around $200.00 per unit. There were 32
repairs over the last 16 months. In 2012 we would like to upgrade the controllers at
Lewis Ames, Sunset, LaQuinta, Palos Verdes West, Ida, Barnes, Sheridan Middle
School, and Harlow Pool.
4. Tennis Court Repairs $17,500 - District staff evaluates the condition of all the
outdoor tennis courts annually. The information collected during these inspections as
well as the scheduled use of each court helps us to establish the priorities for needed
repairs. Generally the primary objective is to patch the cracks on all the courts and in
some cases re-coloring and stripping if the courts condition warrants. Patching the
cracks prevents moisture from getting under the courts which can cause additional
damage. This process also helps to minimize further cracking.
Operating Impact of Capital Projects
In addition to the cost of the capital project, the impact on operating costs is important when
recommending a project for funding. The District defines Routine Capital Projects (or called
Replacement) as replacement equipment and facility and park improvements. Non-routine
Capital Projects (or called New) are defined as projects that are infrequent, new, or have a
significant improvement which expands the original usage. Non-routine projects can also
include projects with grant and joint funding sources.
For 2012, $4,804,614 ($7,033,182 less undesignated $2,228,368) is budgeted for Routine
capital projects. A majority of these projects include improvements to existing parks, trails,
and facilities or replacement of old equipment, vehicles, and computers. These projects will
have a minimal impact on current operating expenditures and are likely to lead to a reduction
in long term operating expenditures. Replacement of older equipment, vehicles, etc with
more efficient items will have the greatest impact on the operating budget. Some of these
projects include replacement mowers, vehicles, golf equipment, lighting, and newer
computers. Replacement of older items and improvements to facilities decrease the
maintenance costs and prolongs the life of existing assets.
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