Full Agenda
JANESVILLE YOUTH SPORTS COALITION
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2009
4:45 PM
MUNICIPAL BUILDING
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1 FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
18 N. JACKSON STREET
A G E N D A
1. Call to Order/Roll Call
2. Minutes October 14, 2009 Meeting
3. Advertising and Signage at the Sports Complex
4. Matters Not on the Agenda
5. Adjourn
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO ATTEND, PLEASE CONTACT REBECCA SMITH AT
smithr@ci.janesville.wi.us OR AT 755-3104
JANESVILLE YOUTH SPORTS COALITION
MEETING MINUTES
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WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2009
4:45 PM
MUNICIPAL BUILDING
18 N. JACKSON STREET
FIRST FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
Members Present: Sue Wesson, Trevor Wallace, Jim Carothers, Bob Weilbrenner,
Dave Javan, Dave Wesson, Andy Ellis, Steve Ellis, Dave Ellis
and Craig Schuenke
Others Present: Duffy Dillon
Staff Present: Rebecca Smith
The special meeting of the Coalition was called to order at 4:44 PM by Chairperson Sue
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Wesson at the Municipal Building, 1 Floor Conference Room.
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MINUTES OF OCTOBER 1, 2009 MEETING
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The minutes of the October 1 meeting were corrected to read that Andy Ellis will not be
replaced. With that change being made the minutes were approved unanimously on a
motion by Steve Ellis and a second by Dave Ellis.
MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Steve Ellis made a motion to change monthly meetings from Tuesdays to the third
Wednesday of the month at 4:45 PM from March through October. There will not be
meetings held from November through February. Bob Weilbrenner seconded the
motion and it passed unanimously. Rebecca shared that this winter they may need to
have a few special meeting in November and December to examine sign consistency
and to review another policy that was never approved.
Advertising and Signage at the Sports Complex
Rebecca shared a copy of the draft advertising policy with the group and much
discussion ensued. The general consensus was that the group was amenable to:
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Installing a bronze plaque on the bathroom/pavilion building;
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Dividing the cost of the plaque among the four user groups to be paid as
advertising revenue is obtained;
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Having the City retain the rights to advertise on any city-funded structure and any
revenue from advertising on any city-funded building (pavilion/restroom); and
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Examining over the winter months the issue of sign consistency/design to
determine if any change can be made.
They also had some changes they would like to see incorporated into the policy:
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They don’t want to approve individual signs; rather they wish to approve sign
concepts/template. This will allow club’s to respond to ad requests quickly if
using an existing approved template.
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The group does not want to unreasonably withhold approval of sign
concepts/templates.
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Advertising for alcohol (including alcohol company logos), tobacco or other
is strictly
products and services which are not in keeping with youth values
prohibited.
Groups may obtain advertising from businesses that sell alcohol, provided the
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advertising does not present or depict alcohol sales, tobacco sales, other
products and services which are not in keeping with youth values or include
alcohol company logos.
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The group does want to allow scoreboards to be lit.
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The group does want to allow electronic ‘zipper’ signs within concession stands.
With regard to signage/advertising size and consistency, the group wanted to go on
record with supporting the size and style of the new Rock Soccer sign. While the sign
may “stick out” right now with being the only one replaced, the group felt that its size or
character won’t be as noticeable once all of the other signs are replaced. Also, the
larger size is helpful when the lot is full of vehicles; the larger size reduces the number
of questions to fellow groups about where participants should go because it is eye-
catching and directional; and they feel it communicates the information well. They do
not want small signs that blend into the grass because they feel they are not effective in
communicating a message. They also prefer signs that are perpendicular to the
roadway/parking lot so that drivers can see them more clearly than the parallel signs.
While they have some strong feelings regarding the need for larger, more pronounced
signage, the group also desires to be flexible and consider the comments from others.
Therefore, the group came to consensus on having a brainstorming meeting to examine
the current Rock Soccer signage template and determine if any modifications can be
made to make the new signs more palatable. The groups also recognized that the
JYBSA may have a different set up than the other side of the complex due to the
differences in structures and facilities.
The group wished to meet again in the near future to review the policy with the
suggested changes. Rebecca shared that she requests the Coalition approve the policy
at the next meeting.
A special meeting of the Coalition is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21 at 4:45PM
in the Municipal Building First Floor Conference Room.
Submitted By:
Rebecca Smith, City Representative
Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc Policy Statement
Policy No. 002
Date IssuedApproved by Coalition Board:
Date Approved by City Council:
Effective Date
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.
Subject: Commercial Advertising on the Youth Sports Complex Grounds
Purpose of Policy
The purpose of this policy is to establish consistent and enforceable guidelines
under which the members of the Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc. can install
commercial advertising on their respective leased premises in a manner which is
not offensive and in keeping with the values of youth sports.
References
1. Lease agreements previously executed between the City of Janesville and
the four lessees of Rock Soccer, Inc., Youth Football, Inc., Youth Baseball
Inc., and the Janesville YMCA.
a.) 4. Use (K) – Lessee may install certain advertising signs on fences
consistent with City ordinances and guidelines established, from time
to time, by the City.
2. Each individual club is to create their own policy on their field naming
rights and the appropriate amount of money that they could request for
these respective naming rights. (adopted motion from 3/11/08 Coalition
meeting)
Statement of Policy
1. This policy shall be binding on all current and future lessees at the Youth
Sports Complex.
2. The policy may be changed and modified by a majority vote of the Board
of Directors of the Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc. Anytime significant
changes are made a revised copy of the approved policy is subject to
approval by the City Council. before taking effect.
3. The Janesville Sports Coalition Inc., which is assigned overall
jurisdictional control and responsibility for the Youth Sports Complex,
hereby agrees and adopts the following policy guidelines and procedures.
Guidelines
1. Any and all signs must be reviewed by the Community Development
Department to ensure theyAll advertising signage must comply with the
City’s sign all applicable laws and all city ordinances, including the sign
ordinance.
2. Any and all signs to be placed on buildings or premises are prohibited
unlessIn recognition that groups wish to develop a sign concept or sign
templates and fulfilling sponsor requests is a timely affair, the Coalition will
not review individual signs, as long as they meet the guidelines set forth in
this policy and their design is within the organization’s approved sign
concept or template. Any and all sign concepts or sign templates must be
reviewed and approved by the Janesville Sports Coalition Board of
Directors. Significant changes to sign concepts and sign templates must
Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc Policy Statement
Policy No. 002
Date IssuedApproved by Coalition Board:
Date Approved by City Council:
Effective Date
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.
Subject: Commercial Advertising on the Youth Sports Complex Grounds
return to the Coalition for review. Signs that do not fall into an approved
sign concept or sign template must be reviewed and approved individually
by the Coalition. The Coalition will not unreasonably withhold approval of
an organization’s sign concept, template or sign request.
3. When bringing forward an advertising sign concept, sign template or sign
for review, the group should provide sufficient detail so that the Coalition
may make an informed decision. Examples of details that may be helpful
include Advertising location, size, material, a map, a rendering and
coloror color informations. will be reviewed and approved by the Janesville
Sports Coalition Board of Directors.
4. Rock Soccer, Youth Football and the YMCA desire a consistent look
among fields and sports group on the south side of the complex. Likewise,
Youth Baseball and Softball desire a consistent look for their signage on
the north side of the complex. The Board of Directors desires a consistent
look among fields and sports group; tTherefore, the Coalition will work
together during the winter of 2009/early 2010 to develop guidelines for
consistent advertising signage. The Board Coalition recognizes that some
existing or planned signage/advertising may need to be altered for
consistency. The Coalition also recognizes there may be differences
between signage on the south and north sides due to differences in
facilities, structures, and activities.
5.
Advertising for alcohol (including alcohol company logos), tobacco or other
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products and services which are not in keeping with youth values
strictly prohibited.
Groups may obtain advertising from businesses that
sell alcohol, provided the advertising does not present or depict alcohol
sales, tobacco sales, other products and services which are not in keeping
with youth values or include alcohol company logos.
6. Sports groups are responsible for keeping advertising signs well-
maintained and attractive.
7. No field advertising may be directly lit with supplemental lighting; however,
scoreboards may be lit, provided they conform to city ordinances.
8. All advertising signs, panels, banners, etc. must be properly secured and
mounted to prevent damage or unsightly appearance.
9. No commercial billboards will be permitted unless approved by the Plan
Commission.
10. No electronic advertising signs will be permitted; however, indoor
electronic “zipper” signs for concession sales are permitted.
11. All advertising signs must comply with City ordinances.
12. Sports groups are responsible for securing a waiver of liability from the
sign company.
Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc Policy Statement
Policy No. 002
Date IssuedApproved by Coalition Board:
Date Approved by City Council:
Effective Date
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.
Subject: Commercial Advertising on the Youth Sports Complex Grounds
13.11. Taking into consideration the maintenance and operational
responsibilities of each user group for the fields, the sports groups may
receive and retain revenue, financial proceeds or services-in-kind from
advertising signs placed on fences; around the perimeter of the fields; or
on any existing or future buildings funded by a sports group. Exceptions
to this concept are outlined below under “Original Donator Recognition”.
14.12. Taking into consideration the City’s contributions of the initial
restroom and pavilion and continual maintenance of this building; payment
of utility fees; and ownership of the Complex land, the City of Janesville
retains the right to advertise within the existing and any future restrooms,
pavilions or other city-funded buildings and may receive and retain
revenue, financial proceeds or services-in-kind from those advertising
signs. The City of Janesville would bring forward for review and approval
any advertising signage to the Coalition in accordance with this policy for
advertising present at the sports complex only.
Procedures
1. When wishing to replace existing signs, sports groups must contact the
original sign donator to ensure they are aware of the impending sign
change. Original sign donators would have the first opportunity to provide
funding for a new sign.
2. All requests for advertising signs must be approved by the Janesville
Sports Coalition, Inc. Board of Directors.
3. Sports groups will submit advertising proposals to the board to include
graphics and maps depicting size, location, material, colors and duration
of contract.
4.3. The Board of Directors has the authority to establish additional
rules and guidelines which they determine to be in the best interest of the
Youth Sports Complex, the lessees and the City of Janesville. These rules
and guidelines shall not be to the detriment of previously approved
signage or advertising.
Original Donator Recognition
The Sports Coalition recognizes the age and poor condition of the existing
original donator signs; they will not last indefinitely. The Coalition also recognizes
the significant contributions of the original families and businesses that donated
monetarily and physically to make the fields and the Complex a reality.
To identify their contributions in perpetuity the Coalition will install a bronze
plaque on the pavilion/restroom building to highlight the original donors with
name recognition. The City of Janesville will fund this plaque initially; however, as
Janesville Sports Coalition, Inc Policy Statement
Policy No. 002
Date IssuedApproved by Coalition Board:
Date Approved by City Council:
Effective Date
Cancellation Date
Supersedes No.
Subject: Commercial Advertising on the Youth Sports Complex Grounds
each group sells advertising/signage at the sports complex, a percentage of
revenue from each sale will be provided to the City until the cost of the plaque is
recouped. The cost of the plaque will be split equally among each of the four user
groups. Once each user group completes their payments to the City, the group
may fully receive and retain the revenue and financial proceeds from advertising
signs placed on fences, or around the perimeter of the fields, or future buildings
funded by a sports group.
JANESVILLE YOUTH SPORTS COALITION
2010 MEETING DATES
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3 WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH
4:45 PM
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MARCH 17
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APRIL 21
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MAY 19
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JUNE 16
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JULY 21
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AUGUST 18
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SEPTEMBER 15
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OCTOBER 20
(ANNUAL MEETING)
NO MEETING IN NOVEMBER, DECEMBER,
JANUARY, AND FEBRUARY
Revised 10/09
2009/2010
JANESVILLE YOUTH SPORTS COALITION, INC.
Club Term
Name Address Phone Representation Expires
Scott Lipker
4019 Mullen Drive 754-1561 (H) Soccer 2010
53546 755-1082 (W) E-mail: agardlipkerdental@yahoo.com
Bob Weilbrenner
757 Waveland Road 754-5817 (H) Soccer 2011
53548 365-9501,ext 341 (W)
774-7706 (cell) E-mail: rrweilbrenner@hormel.com
Craig Schuenke
4418 Hawk Ridge Ct. 207-5182 (cell) Soccer 2012*
53546 E-mail: craig.schuenke@hendricksgroup.net
Dave Wesson
707 Caroline St. 289-0127 Football 2010
53545 E-mail: wesson@charter.net
Charlene Furseth
310 S. Randall Ave. 563-4075 Football 2011
53545 E-mail: LaneNchar@charter.net
Sue Wesson,
707 Caroline St. 289-0396 Football 2012
CHAIRPERSON
53545 E-mail: s.wesson@labsafety.com
Jim Carothers
2306 E. Delavan Drive 290-9195 YMCA 2010
E-mail: smcarothers@bigfoot.k12.wi.us
Dave Javan
Janesville YMCA 754-9622 ext. 112(W) YMCA 2011
Youth Program DirectorE-mail: djavan@ymcajanesville.org
Trevor Wallace
Janesville YMCA 754-6654 ext. 114(W) YMCA2012
Program Director E-mail: twallace@ymcajanesville.org
Steve Ellis,
814 Cornelia St. 752-1990 (H) Youth Baseball/Softball 2010
VICE-CHAIRPERSON
53545 755-4300 (W) E-mail: saellis@charter.net
Andy Ellis
6229 Edgewater Drive 314-4494 (cell) Youth Baseball/Softball 2011
Beloit, WI 53511 E-mail: ellisandrewj@hotmail.com
Dave Ellis
532 Somerset Drive 754-2949 (H)Youth Baseball/Softball 2012
53546 E-mail: fourjellis@hotmail.com
CITY OF JANESVILLE - EX OFFICIO
Rebecca Smith
Management Assistant 755-3104 (W) E-mail: smithr@ci.janesville.wi.us
18 N.Jackson Street
*Appointment may change