HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-11-03 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 3, 2016
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
VICE CHAIR CHARLIE STEPHENS, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Vice Chair Stephens called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present: C. Stephens, J. Halstead, N. Widmayer, T. Wisniewski
Commissioners absent:
Staff/Council Liaison present: Parks & Rec Staff Director B. Frates, Council Liaison Bob Molloy
A quorum was present.
2. AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Widmayer MOVED to approve the agenda; Commissioner Halstead SECONDED
the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. May 5, 2016
MOTION:
Commissioner Halstead MOVED to approve the meeting summary of May 5, 2016 and
Commissioner Widmayer SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
b. August 4, 2016
MOTION:
Commissioner Widmayer MOVED to approve the meeting summary of August 4, 2016 and
Commissioner Halstead SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
C. October 6, 2016
MOTION:
Commissioner Wisniewski MOVED to approve the meeting summary of October 6, 2016 with
corrections and Commissioner Widmayer SECONDED the motion. There were no objections;
SO ORDERED.
4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD — None.
5. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED — None
6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Fourth Avenue Playground
Parks and Recreation Director Frates recommended that the Fourth Avenue playground
equipment be removed due to the age of the equipment, poor placement of the equipment, and
inadequate use zones and protrusion hazards. It was noted that there wasn't funding for
replacement, but a request would be made in the FY18 budget.
Staff clarified that engineered wood fiber would be the preferred material for fall prevention; was
thanked for the comprehensive review of the equipment.
7. NEW BUSINESS
a. Cemetery Fees
Parks and Recreation Director Frates reported that the columbarium was complete and that
Administration was considering reviewing the fee schedule for the cemetery. It was noted that
the plot fees charged were lower than other municipalities across the board and that funds had
been spent recently, updating maps and surveying plots.
It was noted that the fee increases being considered were as follows:
• Standard Plot — raise from $250 to $1,000
• Cremains Plot — raise from $100 to $300
• Infant Plot to remain the same
• Columbarium Niche - $1,000
Parks and Recreation Director Frates also reported that a process could be put into place to
address individuals or families unable to secure finances to cover expenses.
Commissioner Wisniewski explained the City of Soldotna had originally decided columbarium
name plates would be uniform and subsequently made an exception which caused issues; they
have since gone back to the uniform format. It was further explained that the engraver at
Peninsula Memorial Chapel was able to perform the engraving onsite.
b. 2017 — 2018 Goals & Objectives
Parks and Recreation Director Frates referred to the draft outline in the packet pointing out
accomplishments were noted; new goals highlighted in orange; Beautification Committee to
review as well; draft would come back to the Parks and Recreation Commission in the future.
It was clarified that bleacher upgrades for the adult softball fields would be added.
8. REPORTS
a. Parks and Recreation Director — Frates reported on the following:
• New Administrative Assistant hit the ground running; doing great.
• Pumpkin Festival was a huge success.
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• Winter decorations were being installed throughout town.
Commission Chair — Commission Vice Chair Stephens noted the zip line at
Beaver Creek Park was a nice addition to the City's Parks; thanked the
department for the Pumpkin Festival and commented on a job well done.
C. City Council Liaison - Council Member Molloy reported on miscellaneous
Council actions including the upcoming joint work session regarding the Dip
Net Fishery report, an update on the bowling alley property, fire truck
restoration project, swearing in of Mayor Gabriel, and City Manager
recruitment.
9. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION — December 1, 2016
10. COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS — None.
11. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD — None.
12. INFORMATION — None.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.
Meeting summary pr pared and submitted by:
QWA
Ja ie Heinz, CMC
puty City Clerk
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