HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-03-04 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MARCH 4, 2021 — 6:00 PM
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR CHARLIE STEPHENS, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Stephens called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
a. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Stephens led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
b. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present: C. Stephens, M. Bernard, S. Kisena, D. Rigall, T.
Wisniewski,
Commissioners absent: J. Dennis, J. Joanis, R. Tomrdle
Staff/Council Liaison present: Parks & Rec Director B. Frates, Council Liaison T. Winger
A quorum was present.
c. Election of Chair and Vice Chair
MOTION:
Commissioner Kisena MOVED to re-elect Chair Stephens; Commissioner Rigall SECONDED the
motion. There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
MOTION:
Commissioner Rigall MOVED to re-elect Vice -Chair Wisniewski; Commissioner Kisena
SECONDED the motion. There being no objections, SO ORDERED.
d. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Commissioner Kisena MOVED to approve the agenda as presented and Commissioner Rigall
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
2. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS — None.
3. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT
Mark Griffin, lessee of the Kenai Golf Course, wanted to recognize and thank the Parks &
Recreation department for their grooming efforts, noting it has been a great venue for the kids
and community. Mr. Griffin stated that Nordic grooming started in 1996 and stressed the
importance of winter use of the property, as it is key for moving forward and strengthening the
relationship between the City and golf course. Mr. Griffin concluded by saying his is excited about
possibilities in the future, including lighted ski trails.
4. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY
a. October 1, 2020
MOTION:
Commissioner Kisena MOVED to approve the meeting summary of October 1, 2020 and
Commissioner Rigall SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
b. December 3, 2020
MOTION:
Commissioner Rigall MOVED to approve the meeting summary of December 3, 2020 and
Commissioner Kisena SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
c. February 4, 2021
MOTION:
Commissioner Rigall MOVED to approve the meeting summary of February 4, 2021 and
Commissioner Kisena SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS — None.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion — Goals & Objectives
Director Frates presented the 2021-2022 Draft Goals and requested any feedback or additions
important to the Commission. Frates noted his staff is compiling their list for review and so there
may be some changes forthcoming. All but a couple coals and objectives were individually
assessed.
Approval was noted for the Training Manual, and it was expressed that it is better than some that
have been observed in bigger cities. It was also noted that the department could possibly benefit
by using OR codes in parks that would contain specific information about the parks, including
providing links for reporting vandalism.
Fundraising was suggested, and Director Frates stated he will mention the idea to the Softball
Association.
REPORTS
Parks and Recreation Director — Director Frates reported that the Parks &
Recreation Department's draft budget was submitted to the City Manager for
consideration, noting a couple items of interest such as a request for gym floor re -
coating, lawn mower, equipment for recording virtual tours and an agriculture flamer.
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The Remainder of the draft budget is status quo.
b. Commission Chair — Chair Stephens thanked the commissioners for their
involvement and noted a lot of positive feedback and thanks for the groomed ski trails.
C. City Council Liaison —Council Member Winger reported on the recent actions of the
City Council, including the emergency declaration, remote participation via Zoom,
efforts to fill committees and commissions, and the shop local and grocery voucher
programs.
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION — April 1, 2021
9. COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
Commissioner Rigall expressed caution using an agriculture burner to destroy weed seeds as
that may have an unintended consequence of allowing other weeds to flourish.
Council Member Winger expressed concern about the beetle -kill trees throughout town and
noted there may be an opportunity for saw -mill operators.
10. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT — None.
11. INFORMATION
a. February Multi -Purpose Facility Ice Schedule
b. March Multi -Purpose Facility Ice Schedule
12. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Meeting summary prepared and submitted by:
Meghan Thibo eau
Deputy City Clerk
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