HomeMy WebLinkAbout1998-09-08 Beautification SummaryKENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 8, 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 MINUTES - August 11, 1998
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
a. Nate Kiel - Multi -Purpose Recreation Facility
ITEM 5: OLD BUSINESS - None.
ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS
a. Additional Flower Bed at Memorial Park
ITEM 7• REPORTS
a. Committee Chair
b. Parks & Recreation Director
C. Kenai City Council Liaison
ITEM 8: QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
ITEM 9• INFORMATION
a. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - August 6, 1998
b. City Council Action Agenda - August 5 & 19, 1998 and September 2,
1998
ITEM 10• ADJOURNMENT
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
September 8, 1998 - 5:30 p.m.
Kenai City Council Chambers
Chairperson: Susan Hett
*** Minutes ***
1. ROLL CALL
Chairperson Susan Hett called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m.
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Voting Members Present: Karolee Hansen, Susan Hett, Sylvia Johnson,
Helen Brown, Marilyn Dimmick (arrived at
5:43 p.m.)
Voting Members Absent: Jean Rogers, Barb Nord
Non -Voting Members Present: Jeneane Benedict, Linda Overturf
Others Present: Bob Frates, Councilwoman Linda Swarner,
Contract Secretary Barb Roper
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Agenda was approved as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: - August 11, 1998
Minutes were approved as written.
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD:
a. Nate Kiel - Multi -Purpose Recreation Facility - No Show
OLD BUSINESS - None
NEW BUSINESS
a. Additional Flower Bed at Memorial Park
Frates asked the Committee what they thought of an additional flower
bed at Leif Hansen Memorial Park on the end closest to Dan's TV Repair.
After discussion it was decided that roses would be placed in the area
due to the minimal amount of maintenance required. Frates suggested
that some areas of the Memorial Park have dirt brought in to build
mounds, this could also be done in the area of the rose bushes.
Watering the flower bed was discussed and Frates indicated it would
have to be accomplished with the water truck until another system
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could be installed. Frates expressed his desire to have water lines
buried in the area but concern was expressed with other utility lines
that may cause a problem.
Hansen recommended some trees be planted in the area so as to provide
some protection for the roses. Swarner indicated the proposed site for
the public health facility has some nice trees that could be moved.
Discussion took place on Parks & Recreation purchasing rose bushes
now and wintering them over. It was recommended Bobby Jackson's
roses be considered as they are already planted outdoors. It was also
suggested Jackson hold the roses until they can be moved next spring.
Frates reported Kenai River Nursery has roses on sale at this time.
Frates will check both places for the best price. Frates will bring
sketches of the new flower bed to the next meeting.
7. REPORTS
a. Committee Chair
Hett reminded the Committee the meeting in October will be the last
until January.
b. Parks & Recreation Director
Frates reported Parks & Recreation still has two seasonal workers
employed. These workers are assisted by two regular employees. Efforts
are being made to keep up with the mowing and weeding. Frates
informed the Committee that, although most areas look pretty good,
some weeding is required at various locations.
The tree rings at Memorial Park are 40 to 50% complete and the
remaining work will be accomplished next spring. These rings are very
helpful for those mowing. Landscape moss has also been added.
The drinking fountain at Memorial Park is installed and operational.
The summer crew did an excellent job with the installation. It was
recommended that perhaps a bench and some flower pots be placed
around the concrete slab. Frates stated that can be accomplished but
the reason the concrete slab is so large is due to ADA requirements.
Frates reported the banners have been taken down for the winter and
was pleased to announce the new banners held up very well. Frates
brought two of the banners in that sustained minor damage. Brown
indicated the damage could be repaired easily. Brown also indicated she
would replace the one banner with the flowers as the fluorescent paint
she used faded. She will use another type of paint. Swarner suggested
a brochure on the banners be made available which would give some
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history of the artists. Brown thought that information could be readily
available as the Art Guild has some information on the various artists.
C. Kenai City Council Liaison
Swarner reported Council met last week and the Board of Adjustment
met regarding the property by the golf course. Swarner explained the
problems in the area and Planning and Zoning's decision to make both
blocks restricted to single family dwellings. A decision will be made
within 30 days by the Board of Adjustment.
Swarner reported Planning and Zoning has one vacant position.
S. OUESTIONS AND COMMENTS - None.
9. . INFORMATION
a. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting August 6, 1998
b. City Council Action Agenda - August 5 & 19, 1998 and September 2,
1998.
10. ADJOURNMENT
MEETING ADJOURNED AT 6:20 P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary
Kenai Beautification Committee
September 8, 1998
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