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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-07-14 Beautification SummaryT - 57 ITEM 5• ITEM 6• ITEM 7• ITEM 8: ITEM 9• KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMTTTL— JULY 14, 1998 *** 5:30 p.m. Kenai Council Chambers Chairperson Susan Hett ***AGENDA*** ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINITTES a. May 12, 1998 b. June 9, 1998 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD OLD BUSINESS a. Roses/Lilacs for 1998 NEW BUSINESS a. Nikiski Young Women's Club b. Beautification Judging c. Planting Update d. Border Installation/ Weed Block for Memorial Plantings REPORTS a. Committee Chair b. Parks & Recreation Director c. Kenai City Council Liaison QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS INFORMATION a. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - May 7, 1998, June 4 and July 2, 1998. b. City Council Action Agenda - May 6 and 20, 1998 and July 1, 1998. c. 6/2/98 CLF memorandum regarding "excused absences." ITEM 10: ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 1 KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE July 14, 1998 - 5:30 p.m. Kenai City Council Chambers Chairperson: Susan nett *** Minutes *** 1. ROLL CALL Chairperson Susan Hett called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. 2. 3. 4. S. Voting Members Present: Marilyn Dimmick, Barb Nord, Susan Hett, Sylvia Johnson, Helen Brown, Jean Rogers (arrived at 5:40 p.m.) Voting Members Absent: Karolee Hansen Non -Voting Members Present: Linda Overturf, Jeneane Benedict Others Present: Bob Frates, Contract Secretary Barb Roper, Councilwoman Linda Swarner (arrived at 5:40) APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Hett requested the Garden Tour be added under New Business, Item 6(e). Agenda was approved with the addition. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: -May 12, 1998 Minutes of May 12, 1998 were approved as written. Hett noted that the June 9, 1998 meeting was canceled due to lack of quorum so there were no minutes to approve. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD: - None OLD BUSINESS a. Roses/Lilacs for 1998 Frates reported his summer staff is planting approximately 14 roses behind the jet at the Airport triangle greenstrip. The roses were $25 each. Frates encouraged members to visit the Airport greenstrip as the roses are spectacular, very large and fragrant. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 1 5. Benedict asked about the status of the lilac bushes. Frates replied, no specific site was selected at this time but thought a nice area would be at the Airport greenstrip. After a brief discussion it was decided that no further planting will be done until sites are selected. a. Nikiski Young Women's Club Frates reported the Nikiski Young Women's Club, a Home School Group, provided approximately 15 volunteers to assist with the planting and they did a good job. It was also reported this group will come to weed the flower beds every other Wednesday, beginning July 15. Hett reported this same group participated in the 4th of July parade. b. Beautification Judging Hett provided a copy of a memorandum from Laura Measles, Executive Director of the Kenai Chamber regarding beautification judging. Hett noted the newspaper was not interested in participating in the weekly judging program. Hett suggested the Committee select certain areas to pre judge then get together as a group to make the final selections. Nord will again provide the maps. After a brief discussion it was decided the group would select places at their August 11, 1998 meeting. The final selection will take place on Monday, August 17. The Committee will meet at the City Shop at 6:00 p.m. If necessary, this date and time could be changed at the next regular meeting. Hett reminded the Committee that businesses should also be considered. C. Planting Update Hett reported that several areas needed weeding. Swarner discussed weeding with Fire Chief Jason Elson. It was noted that some weeding was already done. The Committee discussed the areas that needed attention and it was noted the group still meets every Tuesday and Thursday to weed specific areas. Hett commented that it was easier to do as a group. Swarner emphasized that Council put money in the budget for flower maintenance and noted that Frates has the summer hires doing some weeding but thought it needed to be done more. Frates recommended that Committee members contact him should they need any assistance. The group will meet again on Thursday, July 16 at 4:00 p.m. at Leif Hansen Memorial Park. Nord will contact HEA regarding their weed problem. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 2 d. Border Installation/Weed Block for Memorial Plantings Frates reported that weed block and borders were ordered and should be delivered soon. The intent is to remove the perennials at the fire station, place the weed block fabric then put the plant material back in. Discussion took place on the type of weed block ordered and whether or not it is effective. Swarner reported that chickweed grows through her fabric. Frates stated the fabric he ordered is very tough and has worked well for him. It was noted that bark would be placed on top of the fabric. Hett will contact volunteers when the material is received so they can help with the project. Frates indicated there will be enough fabric to take care of the trees at Memorial Park. e. Garden Tour The Beautification Committee will go to Homer for the garden tour on Friday, August 7, 1998. Hett will contact Rita Jo to coordinate the visit and will provide an itinerary for other members. The group will meet at the City Shop at 8:00 a.m. Hett recommended the members bring food for the morning and snacks. The group will have lunch in Homer. A specific location was not decided. 6. REPORTS a. Committee Chair Hett stated that the City looks beautiful and complimented the Parks and Recreation crew for the fine job they are doing. b. Parks & Recreation Director Frates provided members with a flower identification guide and reported that more of the guides were available at the Chamber and the Visitors Center. Frates reported he has an excellent summer crew. They are very safety conscious and doing a great job. Frates encouraged members to stop and compliment them as they need to hear the positive feedback. Frates reported the Lions Club was back in Municipal Park to work on the trails and several beetle kill trees were removed. It was noted a few trees on the greenstrip area were left in as removal would interfere with the playground, toys, etc. These trees will be taken out in the fall. Frates reported there was a neighborhood meeting to discuss the Municipal Park and to share ideas on what should be done to the area. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 3 Frates noted that it was strongly suggested both entrances of the park be blocked off to vehicular traffic to prevent the young kids from going in there. At this time they go in to vandalize the park, drink, etc. Swarner asked how the area would be blocked to the beach. Frates replied, it will be difficult due to wetland issues and the fact that people would still try to come up the hill regardless of whether it was closed or not. Frates reported a trail system through the park is being considered in order to provide and area for interpretative nature hikes, barabara site visits, food cache visits, etc. This could be tied into the walking tour in Old Town. C. Kenai City Council Liaison Swarner reported Council will have their regular meeting on Wednesday, July 15. A hearing on the asphalt plant and gravel crusher appeal will be held on Tuesday, July 21. Swarner reported the memo in the packet regarding unexcused absences was sent out to all Commissions and Committees and is not directed at any one group in particular. Swarner continued, if any member is concerned about his/her attendance they are encouraged to talk to the City Clerk. Swarner reported Council directed the Clerk to send the memo out and it is done periodically. Swarner noted there is one group that has a problem with quorums. Discussion took place on the smoking policy at the Airport terminal and it was the general concensus that smoking should be prohibited. Swarner asked Frates if the bark to be used at the fire station was purchased. Frates answered, the City chipped it but it is possible a few bags would need to be ordered. The chipping has saved the City a considerable amount of money. Discussion took place on the many beetle kill trees within the City. Frates reported property owners are encouraged to remove beetle kill trees on their land. Hett stated a Senate hearing will be held in August on the beetle kill trees. Hett reported Jeff Lowenfeld is scheduled to speak at the Chamber on July 15 and encouraged members to attend. Swarner indicated she would be at the meeting and would attempt to speak to Mr. Lowenfeld. 7. QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS None KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 4 8. INFORMATION a. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - May 7, 1998, June 4 and July 2, 1998. b. City Council Action Agenda - May 6 and 20, 1998 and July 1, 1998. C. 6/2/98 CLF memorandum regarding "excused absences." 9. ADJOURNMENT MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:25 P.M. Respectfully submitted, Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE JULY 14, 1998 PAGE 5