HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-01-03 Parks & Recreation PacketKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
JANUARY 3, 2019 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
http://www.kenai.city
1. CALL TO ORDER
a. Pledge of Allegiance
b. Roll Call
c. Agenda Approval
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes
per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. November 1, 2018
b. December 6, 2018
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion – 2019 - 2020 Goals and Objectives
7. REPORTS
a. Parks & Recreation Director
b. Commission Chair
c. City Council Liaison
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – February 7, 2019
9. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
11. INFORMATION ITEMS
a. Bicycle Friendly Community – Kenai, AK
b. MPF Ice Schedule (January)
12. ADJOURNMENT
PLEASE CONTACT US IF YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE MEETING:
JACQUELYN -- 283-8231 OR, BOB -- 283-8261
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KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
NOVEMBER 1, 2018 – 7:00 PM
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR CHARLIE STEPHENS, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Stephens called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Stephens led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present: Chair C. Stephens, Vice-Chair Widmayer, T. Wisniewski, J.
Joanis, S. Kisena, J. Dennis
Commissioners absent: F. Perez
Staff/Council Liaison present: Parks & Rec Director B. Frates
A quorum was present.
c. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Widmayer MOVED to approve the agenda as presented; Commissioner Kisena
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS – None.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
Mark Griffin expressed his interest and support for the City to someday provide lit ski trails at the
Kenai Golf Course. He informed the Commission that this project would be mutually beneficial for
both the golf course operations and the Nordic ski community. Specifically, the benefit to the golf
course would include installing power supply to areas for irrigation purposes. Mr. Griffin explained
there were seven pedestrian/cart bridges that needed replaced in upcoming years, particularly
the main bridge near the Clubhouse. It was further explained that the new lease required them to
put money back into permanent structures at the golf course and a number of improvements were
being looked at, including paved cart trails, Clubhouse improvements and new bridges.
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. October 4, 2018
MOTION:
Commissioner Wisniewski MOVED to approve the meeting summary of October 4, 2018 and
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Commissioner Widmayer SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Discussion – Lawton Drive Extension
The Parks and Recreation Director presented the new trailhead sign for the Lawton Drive
extension area. It was noted that recommendations from the previous meeting were incorporated
and that Joe Halstead assisted with the design. It was pointed out that the Commission previously
suggested the language specific to All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) use should be a separate sign and
would be completed in a couple weeks. The Director clarified the sign would be located near the
end of the gate, close to the access point.
It was suggested that a dog waste disposal station also be included at the trail heads.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion – Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Gratitude was expressed for the work session discussion prior to this meeting and reviewing the
CIP list. The Chair opened the floor to more discussion and recommendations. It was clarified
that the CIP list were recommendations only meant to help guide future planning.
Interest was noted in establishing places for people to gather and recreate, for example, the Event
Park and lit ski trails. It was further noted that some that enjoy skiing do not get off work until after
dark and having an area to ski in a lit area would be beneficial. It was added that the Kenai Central
High School ski team would appreciate it as well. Other Commission members concurred noting
that the events in Soldotna on Wednesdays, for example, were great and thought that Kenai could
provide some of the same activities, outdoor music, plays, etc.
The Director clarified that because the Old Town playground project had more momentum due to
potential involvement of the Kenaitze Indian Tribe, the 4th Avenue Park upgrade from FY19 was
not carried forward.
Interest was noted in the possibility of lighting the ski trails and suggested it be moved to position
number two on the list, moving the cemetery fence replacement project down on the list.
MOTION:
Commissioner Kisena MOVED to make the Outdoor Event Park (Phase 1) as Priority No. 1 and
Commissioner Joanis SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: Five voted in favor, one opposed.
MOTION PASSED.
MOTION:
Commissioner Widmayer MOVED to make the Kenai Nordic Trail Lighting (Design fee and
construction) as Priority No. 2 on the CIP list; and Commissioner Joanis SECONDED the motion.
VOTE: Five voted in favor, one opposed.
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MOTION PASSED.
b. Discussion – Commission Meeting Time
The Chair noted that changing the meeting time to 6 p.m. warranted discussion and asked for
comments. It was noted that one of the commissioner’s had difficulty attending due to work
schedule, but a 6 p.m. start time would allow attendance.
MOTION:
Commissioner Joanis MOVED to change the Commission meeting time to 6 p.m. and
Commissioner Kisena SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
7. REPORTS
a. Parks and Recreation Director – Frates reported on the various activities of the Fall
Pumpkin Festival and the following:
• The department recently had a voluntary Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) inspection;
• A Parks and Recreation Labor position was currently open (closes Nov. 5); and
• Renovation work occurring at the adult softball field.
b. Commission Chair – No report.
c. City Council Liaison – No report.
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – December 6, 2018
Chair Stephens noted he would not be attending the next meeting.
9. COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
Commissioner Kisena inquired about how best a member of the public can go about presenting
or sharing an idea. It was noted that any individual can address any of the
Commissions/Committees at any meeting, either scheduled or unscheduled. It was added that
individuals may also work through respective chairs or contact Administration.
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
11. INFORMATION – None.
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
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Jacquelyn LaPlante
Deputy City Clerk
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KENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
DECEMBER 6, 2018 – 7:00 PM
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
VICE-CHAIR NOEL WIDMAYER, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER
Vice-Chair Widmayer called the meeting to order at 7:07 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Vice-Chair Widmayer led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present: Vice-Chair Widmayer, T. Wisniewski, J. Joanis, J. Dennis
Commissioners absent: Chair C. Stephens, S. Kisena, F. Perez
Staff/Council Liaison present: Parks & Rec Director B. Frates, Parks and Rec Assistant C.
Bannock, Council Liaison H. Knackstedt
A quorum was present.
c. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Joanis MOVED to approve the agenda as presented; Commissioner Dennis
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS
a. Matt and Sarah Pyhala – Bike Friendly Community Update.
The Pyhala’s reported that BIK&S (Biking in Kenai and Soldotna) was awarded the bronze-level
status by the League of American Bicyclists. In addition, Kenai/Soldotna was now one of
approximately 460 communities around the country sharing this designation. They reported that
a lot of work still needed to be done but the designation was good for four years. Anchorage and
Sitka were both silver-level and Kenai/Soldotna join Homer on the bronze-level.
The Pyhala’s indicated that the survey results were shared and could be found online at
bikeleague.org. Additionally, one of the goals of the process was to change the way municipalities
approached pedestrian and bike transportation, safety, infrastructure, programs and education.
Future plans and ideas included bike paint markers, bike racks and bike friendly community signs.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
John Edison expressed appreciation to the Parks and Recreation Department for their work
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around the City, particularly the lights at the Leif Hansen Memorial Park. Mr. Edison also had a
few concerns he wanted to share: Bear proof garbage cans often got frozen and difficult to open;
There was a trip hazard in the lawn area near the gazebo; holes were in the ground east of the
parking lot at scenic bluff overlook; and he encouraged rest stops/benches be placed in key areas
around town. Mr. Edison also shared his ideas on how the trails could be promoted to increase
usage and make more fun to use.
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. September 6, 2018
MOTION:
Commissioner Joanis MOVED to approve the meeting summary of September 6, 2018 and
Commissioner Dennis SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
b. November 1, 2018
MOTION:
Commissioner Wisniewski MOVED to approve the meeting summary of November 1, 2018 and
Commissioner Dennis SECONDED the motion. Joanis abstained from voting. There were no
objections; SO ORDERED.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion – Parks and Recreation Calendar
The Parks and Recreation Director indicated that the department was working on putting together
an annual calendar highlighting department functions, and would help market and advertise
department activities. The Director shared a draft version and requested members offer any
feedback and ideas, particularly content matters and any formatting concepts. Ideas that were
generated included: Add websites and logos; and linking to the City websites. The Parks and
Recreation Assistant spoke to the process of creating the calendar, either in-house or possibly
using an online vendor. It was requested that anyone wishing to proofread and edit should contact
her.
Commissioners expressed support in the calendar and applauded the department for the work.
7. REPORTS
a. Parks and Recreation Director – Frates reported on the following:
• The labor position had been filled and the new hire starts on December 20; and
• The upcoming events included Skate with Santa and Community Skate.
Director Frates thanked staff member C. Bannock for work on the new calendar and he thanked
the commission for their work.
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b. Commission Chair – Vice-Chair Widmayer commented that maybe bear proof
garbage receptacles were not needed at the Leif Hansen Memorial Park.
c. City Council Liaison – H. Knackstedt reported on the action agendas of the
November 7 and December 5 City Council meetings. He specifically noted that the
Parks and Recreation Commission meeting time from 7 p.m. to 6 p.m. was approved,
and he reviewed the Commissions/Committees appointments. He expressed
appreciation for the meeting discussion and was glad to be a part of it.
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION – January 3, 2019
9. COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
Commissioner Kisena inquired about how best a member of the public could go about presenting
or sharing an idea. It was noted that any individual could address any of the
Commissions/Committees at any meeting, either scheduled or unscheduled. It was added that
individuals may also work through respective chairs or contact Administration.
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT – None.
11. INFORMATION
a. MPF Ice Schedule (December)
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 8:16 p.m.
Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
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Jacquelyn LaPlante
Deputy City Clerk
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"Vi/laJe with a Past, City with a Future"
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 ~
Telephone: 907-283-7535 I FAX: 907-283-3014 '1111.'
MEMO:
TO: Parks & Recreation Commission Members
FROM: Robert J. Frates, Parks & Recreation Director
DATE: December 26, 2018
RE: 2019 -2020 Goals & Objectives
Purpose of this memorandum is to provide you a draft version of the 2019 -2020 goals &
objectives. Please review the attached document and provide any comments and/or feedback
at the next regularly scheduled meeting of January 3, 2019 meeting.
Thanks and please let me know if you have any questions.
Attachment
1992
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"vt11aje with a Past, City with a Future"
Kenai Parks & Recreation Dept. ~
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska 99611-7794 ,1111'
Telephone: 907-283-8261 I FAX: 907-283-3693 1992 •
GOALS & OBJECTIVES
2018-2019
A. ADMINISTRATION
1. GOAL: Continue education and training opportunities for staff (on-
going).
BACKGROUND:
OBJECTIVE: Continue with utilization of webinars and other low cost training
opportunities for staff, including summer maintenance personnel.
ACTION/STRATEGIES:
• Maintain Continuing Education (GE's) for Pesticide Certification
(Randy Dodge).
• Maintain training levels for Playground Safety Certification (Bob
Frates).
• Develop & implement maintenance training program utilizing
PowerPoint presentation format identifying maintenance standards.
2. GOAL: Maintain and continue operating an exemplary safety & health
management program.
BACKGROUND: Department was selected and recognized into AKOSH's
Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) in 2014.
OBJECTIVE: Maintain status with AKOSH's Safety & Health Achievement
Recognition Program (SHARP).
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ACTION/STRATEGIES:
• Inventory and evaluate existing hard hats and schedule
replacements as necessary.
• Keep spare parts for helmet systems separately from in-use
systems.
• Increase monitoring and visual inspections of dust masks to ensure
cleanliness.
• Designate existing sink (shop) as "Food Preparation Area Only."
• Develop and implement a Job Safety Analysis identifying mixing,
pouring and cutting of concrete as a potentially hazardous job due
to possible exposure to silica.
• Ensure compressed gas cylinders are stored in designated plastic
tub (propane tank and fire extinguisher reserved for field use).
3. GOAL: Create a department calendar highlighting parks, events and
activities
BACKGROUND: n/a
OBJECTIVE: Create awareness and market local parks and recreational
opportunities.
A CTIONISTRA TE GIES:
• Keep overall costs to a minimum.
• Incorporate a list of monthly community events and activities.
• Keep initial production small; calendars shared with staff,
committee/commission members, volunteers and other
departments.
4. GOAL: Continue exploring and offering cost-effective program based
activities.
BACKGROUND: Recreational programing for the department has been
challenging through the years due to lack of resources. Bringing the term
"Recreation" back to parks is important to the team and important to the
community.
OBJECTIVE: Continue offering low cost programming opportunities &
activities that do not substantially detract from current staff roles and
responsibilities.
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ACTION/STRATEGIES:
• Coordinate and collaborate with other entities, i.e., service
organizations, leagues, etc.
• Evaluate and discuss implementing various activities, including but
not limited to: Easter Egg Hunt, Final Mile, "Winterfest", teen dance,
etc.
• Continue evaluating work-load, resources, opportunities, etc.
B. Landscapes/Cityscapes & Street Trees
1. GOAL: Continue improvement of streetscape elements along prominent
corridors and park areas.
BACKGROUND: It is the desire of the Beautification Committee to add visual
appeal to various street corners and park areas, i.e., concrete pad, bench,
flowerboxes and landscape pavers. Other incorporated corners or locations
may only include shrub/flowerbeds upgrades, banners, or winter decorations.
OBJECTIVE: Increase functionality and aesthetics of targeted street corridors
and parks; improve maintenance capabilities and efficiencies.
ACTION/STRATEGIES:
• Add rail-road timbers to Airport Triangle (Dahlia Bed).
• Continue installing Little Free Library stations in areas deemed
appropriate.
• Collaborate with BIKES (Biking in Kenai and Soldotna) group for
identifying and installing attractive bike racks.
• Collaborate with BIKES (biking in Kenai and Soldotna) group for
installation of additional bike repair stations.
2. GOAL: Continue improving the City's urban forest (protection, care and
enhancement).
BACKGROUND: Department has been actively increasing canopy coverage in
targeted areas throughout town these past eight years. Since 2007, over 70
trees have been planted throughout town. This trend needs to continue into the
future as does a need for a formalized tree maintenance, assessment, and
inventory process.
OBJECTIVE: Provide responsible urban forestry management.
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ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Continue to introduce a diversity of trees and shrubbery that will
provide for long-term coverage.
• Identify parks, right-of-way, open space and recreation areas for
minimum eight (8) new plantings.
• Coordinate with DNR and other appropriate agencies for mitigating
spruce beetle infestation, including removal of dead trees on City
property.
• Follow up in Spring 2019 on hazardous tree assessment & inventory
of all park and open space areas. Identified areas of particular
concern currently include Municipal Park, East End Trails &
Peninsula Oilers ball park and Ryan's Creek drainage.
• Develop and implement a hazardous tree removal request form that
will provide the framework for identifying, tracking and approving
trees for removal at the Kenai Golf Course.
• Discuss, plan & coordinate tree planting at the Kenai Golf Course in
areas identified suitable for re-forestation.
C. HARDSCAPES & TRAILS
1. GOAL: Continue improving City's trail infrastructure.
BACKGROUND: Department completed its fifth year of implementation (see
trail plan for details). Department continues monitoring/evaluating future needs.
The Lawton Dr. Extension Trail was formalized in 2018 and opportunities may
exist to further develop future trails in this area.
OBJECTIVE: Create linkages and public access for non-motorized
recreational use.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Consider adding another bench to 4th to 5th trail segment along bluff.
• Purchase two (2) benches for Blue Star Memorial.
• Consider implementing another "Pathway of Poetry" program along
trail segment.
• Seek funding and secure land approval for Municipal Park trails.
• Investigate feasibility extending East End Trails south of Kenai Golf
Course.
• Work collaboratively with Kenai Golf Course for future upgrades,
including trails, paths and lighting.
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D. RECREATION AREAS
1. GOAL: Upgrade Old Town Park
BACKGROUND: Equipment is exceeding life expectancy and Kenaitze
Indian Tribe has previously expressed an interest in revitalizing park.
OBJECTIVE: Improve quality of play, park experience and overall safety.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Continue discussions with Kenaitze Indian Tribe exploring interest,
funding and overall viability of project.
• Provide site installation administration and oversight.
2. GOAL: Adult Softball Field Upgrades
BACKGROUND: The adult softball field infields have recently been upgraded
and all structures painted in 2018. The dugouts, however, are needing
refurbished and/or replaced, particularly field #2.
OBJECTIVE: Evaluate adult softball field dugouts for needed repairs and/or
replacement.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Work cooperatively with the Kenai Softball Association for shared
costs.
• Investigate use of Wildwood Correctional inmates or league
volunteers.
E. STRUCTURES
1. GOAL: Recreation Center Improvements
BACKGROUND: A batting cage was introduced in 2018 and is temporarily
operating from racquetball court #1, utilizing protective nets, pitching machine
and indoor balls.
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OBJECTIVE: Install permanent net system inside gymnasium that will attract
varying uses during shoulder seasons such as indoor baseball/softball,
soccer, golf, etc.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Coordinate with Building Maintenance for the construction and
installation of interior attic space bracing to accommodate net
system mounted to ceiling.
2. GOAL: Re-install 6x6 posts and chain on North and South Beaches
BACKGROUND: A large number of 6x6 posts and associated chain was
uprooted during fall (2018) storm activity. Posts and chain were collected and
staged for future installation.
OBJECTIVE: Re-install fence posts and chain to continue providing
protection of sensitive beach dunes.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Evaluate performing task in-house vs. contract work.
3. GOAL: Provide decorative element to brick wall at end of South Forest
Drive.
BACKGROUND: Wall is unsightly. This area generates extensive visitation
throughout the summer months, particularly during the dip net fishery.
OBJECTIVE: Provide visual enhancement to wall.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Work with KCHS vocational department on creating metal fish
silhouettes that can be attached to the wall.
• Repaint wall.
F. AMENITIES
1. GOAL: Install community bike racks & needed amenities supporting
biking as an alternative mode of transportation.
BACKGROUND: Through the efforts of the BIKES (Biking in Kenai and
Soldotna) group, Kenai/Soldotna achieved the Bronze designation through
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The League of American Bicyclists. Adding bike racks was one of the key
steps needed to achieve a Silver rating.
OBJECTIVE: Support the cycling community by providing basic
infrastructure, including bike racks and repair stations.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Work collaboratively with BIKES (Biking in Kenai and Soldotna) and
perform site reviews to determine best locations.
• Work collaboratively with BIKES for identifying and installing
attractive bike racks.
• Work collaboratively with BIKES for installation of additional bike
repair stations.
2 . GOAL: Kenai Eagle Disc Golf Course improvements.
BACKGROUND: There are limited benches throughout course for users to
sit and rest.
OBJECTIVE: Provide a bench at all locations.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Two benches were added in 2018.
• Benches should be rustic and fit the environment with ability for
users to adjust placement.
G. CEMETERY
1. GOAL: CEMETERY FENCE REPLACEMENT
BACKGROUND: The 4 ' chain -link fence bordering the western edge of the
current cemetery needs replaced . There are breaks in the fence in some
locations and vegetation has all but taken over much of the fencing.
OBJECTIVE: Replace existing fencing with 5' to 6' high chain-link fence.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
• Remove existing fencing in-house.
• Remove vegetation along current fence line.
• Seek funding approval during FY20 budget cycle for contractor to
install new fence.
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LONG TERM GOALS (5-10 YRS)
A. GOAL: City of Kenai Multi-Purpose Facility Locker Rooms
BACKGROUND: Facility is utilized extensively throughout the winter months
for youth and adult hockey and occasionally during summer months for
hockey clinics/camps. Currently, temporary locker rooms are provided,
excluding shower facilities. Facility was originally constructed to
accommodate locker rooms/shower rooms.
OBJECTIVE: Facility use is limited without functional locker rooms and
shower facilities.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
3. Contract for schematic drm.vings; determine feasibility and costs.
4. Secure Capital Improvement Funding for locker room addition and
work cooperatively with user groups.
ESTIMATED COSTS: $1,250,000
B. GOAL: Little League Storage/Restrooms
BACKGROUND: Permanent restrooms are not provided on premises and
portables must be rented by City and leagues to facilitate respective
programs. Conex facilities should be moved to another on-site location.
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OBJECTIVE: Build outward from existing concessioner building.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
5. Request pending from Kenai Little League.
6. Secure funding for design & construction.
ESTIMATED COSTS: $75,000
C. GOAL: Construct Dog Park
BACKGROUND: Growth in dog parks nationwide has exploded, particularly
in larger urban areas. Off-leash areas provide social opportunities for both
the owners and their pet and creates a place for owners to spend quality time
with their canines. There has been some prior discussions but limited interest
to date. A couple properties have been identified as possibilities with
Daubenspeck Park lending itself as a safe, accessible location with access to
a body of water. There are no adjacent neighborhoods or other known
conflicts with people, property or wildlife. In 2016, Home Depot explored
taking this on as a project but could not secure volunteer support or funds for
the project.
OBJECTIVE: Construct a fenced, off-leash area measuring approximately
120'x120'. Amenities to include ramps and other agility play structures.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
7. Identify possible funding sources.
8. Solicit input, support and design ideas from Kenai Kennel Club.
ESTIMATED COSTS: $30,000
D. GOAL: Provide landscaping to catch basin (back-side of Inlet Woods)
BACKGROUND: Area serves as a catch basin for the Inlet Woods
Subdivision. This area has sometimes been used as a dumping ground and
has been cleaned up of and on by City crews through the years. Property
could be enhanced (turf, benches, tree plantings) and provide better visual
appeal and enhanced use.
OBJECTIVE: Create neighborhood appeal by incorporating a park-like
setting, including benches, tree plantings and turf.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
9. Investigate any future plans for cleaning of residue in catch basin
and/or upgrades to neighborhood drainage system.
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ESTIMATED COSTS: Unknown
E. GOAL: Secure parcel in Mommsen Neighborhood for small
neighborhood park.
BACKGROUND: Individual approached the Parks & Recreation Commission
in 2015 about the possibility of creating a small park-like setting for the
neighborhood. This area contains a large neighborhood with many parcels
remaining for sale, many of which are owned by the City. A couple of the
lower priced parcels owned by the City could be retained for a public purpose
and someday developed for a small park setting.
OBJECTIVE: Create neighborhood appeal and provide a greenbelt for
informal recreational play.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
10. No action needed at this time.
ESTIMATED COSTS: Unknown
F. GOAL: Development of an Event Park with Permanent Stage.
BACKGROUND: Resolution 2015-47 was considered and adopted on
August 19, 2015 by the Kenai City Council establishing a subcommittee
(Kenai Outdoor Opportunity Location Subcommittee) to accomplish a
Feasibility Study as it relates to an expanded and/or new park designed to
host current events and anticipated future events. The sub-committee
completed the Feasibility Study and recommended a portion of Millennium
Square be utilized as an event park. Money ($35K) was appropriated for
developing a conceptual design and scope but was deferred by Council
action.
OBJECTIVE: Create an event park with permanent stage to accommodate
current events and future events. Park would include the following
components: stage, vendor areas , spectator area , event area , utilities , and
parking.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
11. No action needed at this time.
ESTIMATED COSTS: Phase I ($238,000 -$400,000), Phase 11 ($279,000),
Phase Ill ($200,000 -$550,000), Phase IV ($166,000)
G. GOAL: Construct an indoor turf facility
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BACKGROUND: Conceptual designs have been drafted for an indoor turf
facility adjacent to the Kenai Multi-use Facility (MPF). Project would
complement use of the existing MPF and be utilized by local schools and
youth/adult organizations.
OBJECTIVE: Project would construct an indoor turf field to accommodate
and meet the needs of a variety of user groups and general public.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
12. No action needed at this time.
ESTIMATED COSTS: $4,000,000
H. GOAL: Construct a shelter at Daubenspeck Park
BACKGROUND: The original design drawings created by Alaska State
Parks for this area included a shelter.
OBJECTIVE: Provide a shelter near the beach area that could also be
utilized during the winter months as a warming shelter. This area is used
extensively for outdoor skating during the winter.
ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
13. No action needed at this time.
ESTIMATED COSTS: $60,000
I. GOAL: Convert R-22 refrigeration system to non-ozone-depleting
alternative.
BACKGROUND: Manufacturing of R-22 is being phased out and will no
longer be produced as of the year 2020. There would likely be enough
inventory nationwide to sustain use of current system for several years after
the year 2020, however, costs continually increase substantially. Technology
continues to advance in terms of conversions, however, process is several
years out from perfecting.
OBJECTIVE: Implement safer, more environmentally friendly system that
doesn't rely on ever-increasing costs of R-22.
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ACTIONS/STRATEGIES:
14. Continue following industry standards and success of alternative
solutions.
ESTIMATED COSTS: Unkown
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December 19, 2018
ACTION AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 19, 2018 – 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
http://www.kenai.city
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30)
minutes aggregated)
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-controversial
by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no separate
discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case the item
will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal sequence on
the agenda as part of the General Orders.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comment limited to ten (10) minutes per
speaker)
1. Stormy Brown, City of Kenai Human Resources Director – Human Resources
Director Introduction.
2. Barbara Miranda, Partnership Specialist – Road to 2020 Census Presentation.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comment limited to three (3) minutes per
speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
D. PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY AS AMENDED. Ordinance No. 3046-2018 – Increasing
Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in the Airport Fund and in the Airport
Improvement Capital Project Fund for the 2019 Airfield Crack Sealing, Marking, and
Minor Pavement Repair Project and Awarding a Contract to Wince-Corthell-Bryson
Consulting Engineers for Design Services. (Administration)
Substitute Ordinance No. 3046-2018
2. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2018-66 – Supporting the Kenai City
Manager’s or Designee’s Appointment to the Municipal Advisory Gas Project Review
Board, as Supported by the Cities of Seward, Homer, Soldotna, and Seldovia, as the
Member Representing the Interest of Cities of the Kenai Peninsula Borough.
(Administration)
3. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2018-67 – Amending City Council
Policy 2017-01, Procedures for the Use and Management of City Issued Mobile
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Devices, to Provide Procedures for the Student Representative and Make Other
Housekeeping Amendments. (City Clerk)
4. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2018-68 – Awarding a Three-Year
Contract for Microsoft Software Licensing. (Administration)
5. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2018-69 – Authorizing a Sole Source
Purchase Agreement for Proprietary Water Treatment Chemicals for the City’s Water
Treatment Plant to Nalco, an Ecolab Company. (Administration)
6. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY. Resolution No. 2018-70 – Authorizing a Purchase
Agreement Contract Extension for the Water and Waste Water Treatment Plants’
Chemical Supply to Univar USA, Inc. (Administration)
7. REMOVED FROM THE AGENDA. Resolution No. 2018-71 – Authorizing the Award
of a Construction Agreement for the Automated Flight Service Station Renovations
Phase 3. (Administration)
E. MINUTES
1. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Regular Meeting of December 5, 2018
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS – None.
G. NEW BUSINESS
1. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval – Bills to be Ratified.
(Administration)
2. APPROVED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA. *Action/Approval – Non-Objection to a
Liquor License Renewal for The Bow, 2 Go Mart, and Playa Azul. (City Clerk)
3. INTRODUCED BY THE CONSENT AGENDA/PUBLIC HEARING SET FOR 1/16/19.
*Ordinance No. 3047-2018 – Increasing Estimated Revenues and Appropriations in
the General Fund, Public Works Administration Department for the Procurement of
Engineering Services to Assess Damage Caused by the November 30, 2018
Southcentral Alaska Earthquake. (Administration)
4. CLYDE CRANDALL, NATE BERGA, JENNIFER JOANIS, AND CHARLIE
STEPHENS CONFIRMED UNANIMOUSLY TO COMMISSIONS. Action/Approval –
Mayoral Nominations for Appointment to Parks and Recreation and Harbor
Commissions. (City Clerk)
5. APPROVED UNANIMOUSLY. Action/Approval – Second Amendment to Kenai
Municipal Airport Vending Machine Concession Agreement. (Administration)
H. COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
1. Council on Aging
2. Airport Commission
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3. Harbor Commission
4. Parks and Recreation Commission
5. Planning and Zoning Commission
6. Beautification Committee
7. Mini-Grant Steering Committee
I. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
J. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
K. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Citizens Comments (Public comment limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
L. EXECUTIVE SESSION – None.
M. PENDING ITEMS – None.
N. ADJOURNMENT
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INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Purchase Orders between $2,500 and $15,000 for Council Review
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City’s website at www.kenai.city.
Copies of resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk’s Office or outside the Council
Chamber prior to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at
907-283-8231.
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TOTAL POPULATION POPULATION DENSITY # OF LOCAL BICYCLE
FRIENDLY BUSINESSES 0 7,610
TOTAL AREA::•.;. 1::1,,,
29
10 BUILDING BLOCKS OF
A BICYCLE FRIENDLY COMMUNITY
High Speed Roads with Bike Facilities
Total Bicycle Network Mileage
to Total Road Network Mileage
Bicycle Education in Schools
Share ofTransportation Budget
Spent on Bicycling
Bike Month and
Bike to Work Events
Active Bicycle Advocacy Group
Active Bicycle Advisory Committee
Bicycle-Friendly Laws & Ordinances
Bike Plan is Current and is Being
Implemented
Bike Program Staff to Population
. f:'t',"(i/!,< ,<//:·c,"
35%
48%
-·---
GOOD
·------··--
11%
GOOD
YES
MEETS EVERY
TWO MONTHS
GOOD
YES
1 PER78K
253
l\.tii!l/
52%
44%
GOOD
UNKNOWN
NEEDS
IMPROVEMENT
YES
NONE
NEEDS
IMPROVEMENT
NO
NO STAFF
# OF LOCAL BICYCLE
FRIENDLY UNIVERSITIES
CATEGORY SCORES
ENGINEERING
Bicycle network and connectivity
EDUCATION
Motorist awareness and bicycling skills
ENCOURAGEMENT
Mainstreaming bicycling culture
ENFORCEMENT
Promoting safety and protecting bicyclists' rights
EVALUATION & PLANNING
Setting targets and having a plan
N/A
1. 5110
2.5110
1.8110
2.9110
0.4110
KEY OUTCOMES . hertt;.::,t Sii~·u· A~·nlli
RIDERSHIP 2.7% 0.49% Percentage of Commuters who bike
SAFETY MEASURES
CRASHES 537 625
Crashes per wk bicycle commuters
-------
SAFETY MEASURES
FATALITIES 6.3 0
Fatalities per wk bicycle commuters
D KEY STEPS TO SILVER ..
» Continue to expand the bike network and increase connectivity
through the use of different types of bicycle facilities appropriate for the
speed and volume of motor vehicle traffic on each road.
» Adopt a Complete Streets policy and create implementation
guidance.
» Increase the amount of high quality bicycle parking throughout
the community. Adopt a bike parking ordinance for new and existing
buildings that specifies standards for the amount and location of secure,
convenient, APBP-compliant bike parking available.
» Develop bicycle education opportunities for adults. Consider ways
to target demographics who currently do not feel safe riding with
classes or events that address their concerns.
» Increase the number of local League Cycling Instructors (LCls) in
your community, either by hosting an LCI seminar or sponsoring a City
staffer, Police Officer, and/or local bike advocate to attend an existing
seminar elsewhere.
» Work with local employers to create a Bike to Work Day event.
» Provide education to law enforcement officers on bicycle safety and
traffic laws as they apply to bicyclists and motorists and bicycling skills.
» Appoint a staff member Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator or create a
new position.
» Create an official Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
to create a systematic method for ongoing citizen input into the
development of important policies, plans, and projects.
» Develop and adopt an official bicycle master plan for your
community. A bike plan is a critical step to improving conditions for
bicycling and institutionalizing processes for continual improvement.
» Create a bicycle count program that utilizes several methods of
data collection to create an understanding of current bicyclists and the
effects of new facilities on bicycling in Kenai.
LEARN MORE» WWW.BIKELEAGUE.ORG/COMMUNITIES SUPPORTEDBV •• ,;._ ANDLEAGUEMEMBERS ei c=o . I\ Page 29 of 31
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2019
MONDAY
31
1-2 30p Public Skate
3:45-5.15 KCHS
5 30-6 30p AA U10
07
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p AA U12
8-9pAA U14
14
1·2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p AA U12
8-9pAA U14
21
1·2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p AA U12
B-9pAA U14
28
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5: 15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p AA U12
8-9pA U14
04
1-2:30p Public Skate
January
Kenai Multi-Purpose Facility
Ice Schedule
TUESDAY
01
1-2:30p Public Skate
08
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5 :15 KCHS
5:30-6 :30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p A U12IB U10
8-9p AA U14
15
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p A U10IB U10
6:4S-7:45p A u121u12 G
8-9p AA U141B U12
22
1-2 :30p Public Skate
3:45-5 :15 KCHS
5:30·6:30p AA U10
6:45-7:45p A U10
8-9p A U12IAA U14
29
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:3 0-6:30p AA U10
6:45-7 :45p A U10
8-9p A U12
05
1-2 :30p Public Skate
WEDNESDAY
02
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U10
6 :45-7:45p AA U12
8-9p A U14
09
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p A U10
6:45-7:45p U12 G
8-9p A U14
16
1·2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p A U10
6:45-7:45p A U12
8-9p A U14
23
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:3 0p A U101A U14
6:45-7:4 5p U12 G
8-9p AA U14
30
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5 :15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p U12 G
6:45-7:45p A U14IB U12
8-9p AA U14
THURSDAY
03
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5 :15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p AA U12
6:45-7:45p A U12
B-9p Queens
10
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p U12GIB U10
6:45-7:45p A U141B U12
8-9p Queens
17
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30·6:30p U12 G
6:45-7:45p B U101B U12
8-9p Queens
24
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p U12GIB U10
6:45-7:45p AA U121A U12
8-9p B U12IA U14
9:15-10:10p Queens
31
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5 :15 KCHS
5:30-6 :30p U12 GIB U10
8-9p Queens
FRIDAY
04
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30-6:30p 12GIA U12
6:45-7:45p A U14
8-930p U14A Game
11
1-2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:3o-s:30p A u101u12G
B-9p B U12 GAME
6:45p-7:45p AA U12
18
1·2:30p Public Skate
3:45-5:15 KCHS
5:30p Peninsula Winter Games
Schedule TBA
25
1·2:30p Public Skate
4:30-6:15 KCHS JV Game
6:30-9p KCHS Game
01
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·_~1·~: c.. 1.no1u·;2 c~
~ 4 5 .. 'Lr, A. ~Ji2jl3 U 11J
6-9;.:; ':. ()1;\l.·~E
SATURDAY
05
10:30-11:30aA U12
11 :45-12:45p A U12 Game
1-2:30p Public Skate
12
1-2:3 0p Public Skate
2:45-3:45p US HOUSE vs US HOUSE
19
26
Peninsula Winter Games
SCHEDULE TBA
No Public Skate
11a-12p AA U10 GAME
12:15-1:15p B U101B U12
No Public Skate
1:30-4 :30p KCHS Game
4:45-5:45p A U14
02
8:45-9 453 U '.2 G C·v• -
11 1sa-12 -:,_;p u 1.:::·:.. f",:1·
12 :'j0-1 30 U1'.?C ()~J·~
1 45-3 30p Publ!c ~:~ ii'.t·
4-Sp U 12A Ganl<?
5-15--615p U12G ~_i,,
SUNDAY
06
9:14-1D:15 a B U12 Game
1-2:30p Public Skate
2:45-3:45p U8POIU8G
4-5p Queens
5:1 5-6:15p Queens
13
1-2:30p Public Skate
2:45·3:45p U8POIUBG
4-5p Queens
5:15-6:15p Queens
20
Peninsula Winter Games
SCHEDUEL TBA
No Public Skate
4-5p Queens (Tentative pending PWG
Schedule)
27
1-2:30p Public Skate
2;45-3:45p USPOIUBG
4-5p Queens
5: 15-6: 15p Queens
03
i_'., 1 U1?<i Game
.,, 1 J-1110aU12.G·.,.J ~
'·/'·il l;> P1.1l..,l1c :: .. l''.'
£l-.-.iJ ;;U8t:'l1S
r. 1'·-: 15p O:.H .. '""'1 '·
Notes: This Calendar was last updated on: 12126/201813:43
This schedule is su~ject to frequent changes
Fees $1+5 per hour + Tax
Contact Carol at Kenai Park & Recreation Oflice; 907-283-8262 or cbannock@kenai.city
Please, no stir ks or pucks on ire during public skate.
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