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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-11-01 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI 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: Commissioners absent: Staff/Council Liaison present: A quorum was present. c . Agenda Approval MOTION: Chair C. Stephens, Vice-Chair Widmayer, T. Wisniewski , J. Joanis, S . Kisena, J . Dennis F. Perez Parks & Rec Director B. Frates 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 expla ined 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 Wisn iewski MOVED to approve the meeting summary of October 4, 2018 and 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 4 th 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. Parks and Recreation Commi ss io n Meeting November 1, 2018 Page 2 of 3 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: Parks a nd Recrea ti on Co mmiss io n Mee ting Nove mber 1, 201 8