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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-06-09 Beautification SummaryBEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE Memorial Park Committee June 9, 1987 - 1:30 PM Kenai City Hall Tim Wisniewski, Chairman AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of May 26, 1987 5. OLD BUSINESS 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Banner Project - Selection of Proposals 7. PARKS & RECREATION REPORT Minutes enclosed 8. COMMITTEE COMMENTS & QUESTIONS 9. ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION/MEMORIAL PARK COMMITTEE Minutes, Regular Meeting Held, Kenai City Hall Council Chambers Tuesday, June 9, 1987, 1:30 p.m. Presiding: Tim Wisniewski, Chairman Present Absent , , Tim Wisniewski Lil Hakkinen Dewayne Craig Nina Selby Roseanna Shelden Geraldine Sparks Glen Jackson Harry Lewis (excused) (unexcused) In Attendance: Sally Bailie, Councilwoman Jim Simeroth, Parks & Recreation Representative Note: Committee Member Jackson appeared briefly to advise the committee he would not be able to attend, and invited the committee members to view his choke cherry tree which is now in full bloom. The members expressed interest in this type tree for one of its projects. Committee Members discussed and reviewed information received on the banners while waiting for the arrival of Chairman Wisniewski, who indicated he would be arriving a little late. Also discussed was information on landscapers and trees gathered by Councilwoman Bailie. 1. ROLL Six (6) present and two (2) absent. · APPROVAL OF AGENDA Trees were added to the agenda approved wi th the addition. under The agenda was · PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None. · A. PPROVAL OF MINUTES.-. M.aY. 26~ 1987 committee Member Sparks wanted the minutes clarified on page 4, #5. (a); she did not mean to imply the Leif Hansen Memorial Park name should be Kenai Memorial Park. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION/MEMORIAL PARK COMMITTEE June 9, 1987 page -2- · The minutes were accepted as presented with the correction. OLD BUSINESS a. Memorial Park. Councilwoman Bailie reported she had contacted some landscapers in regards to the planting of the trees and prices. Trinity, in conjunction with Booth Landscaping, with prices as follows: $65.00 for planting of trees, cost of trees from $25.00 and $75.00 to $100.00, size from 5 to 6 feet tall, and 3/4 to 1 inch in diameter. Wards was also contacted with prices as follows: $65.00 for planting of trees, cost of trees from $35.00 to $100.00 ($100.00 tree would be exotic type), size would be 1 and 1/2 inches in diameter. Shrubbery would be approximately $35.00 each for planting and cost from $10.00 to $30.00. Mr. Ward indicated he is very interested in project and would like to be part of it. Committee Member Sparks contacted several landscapers and was successful in reaching one with interest in this project. Tim's Landscaping recommended trees between 8 and 12 feet tall with prices and types as follows: Recommended would be Birch, Mountain Ash, Spruce, Mayday, Canadian Red Cherry, Choke Cherry and Crab Apple. $15.00 for planting, stake at soil, and fertilizer. Trees are guaranteed for the first year. For Mountain Ash, with 1 inch trunk, 8 feet tall, $41.50; wi th a quarter inch trunk, $54.50; 1 1/2 inch trunk $68.50; 1 3/4 inch trunk $76.50; 2 inch trunk $81.50 at 12 feet tall. All others are very similar in price. Landscapers indicated they would be willing to come and talk with the committee about this project and expressed their interest. Chairman Wisniewski suggested to attend future meetings and these landscapers be invited it was further suggested by KENAI BEAUTIFICATION/MEMORIAL PARK COMMITTEE June 9, 1987 page -3- the committee, they each attend at separate times to feel more comfortable with their presentations. Tree planting for future use was discussed by the committee members and suggested by Committee Member Craig as something to consider. Wards will be invited to the next meeting and Tim's will be asked to attend the meeting after next. Councilwoman Bailie asked the committee members what their feelings were regarding a certificate being sent to the family to let them know a tree had been planted in memory of their loved one or friend. This was discussed further by the committee and all agreed it would be a good idea. Chairman Wisniewski asked Ms. Loper if any contact was made with Mark Winston regarding the Airport Triangle Park. Chairman Wisniewski and the committee decided contact does need to be made and information provided to the committee as to the progress of the Rotary Club with this project. Ms. Loper will contact and ask Mr. Winston to appear at the next City Council meeting regarding the Airport Triangle Park. · NEW BUSINESS a. Banners. Banners and information received was discussed and reviewed earlier. MOTION Committee Member Craig moved to accept the bid from Highflying as submitted. The motion was seconded by Committee Member Selby. Discussion Chairman Wisniewski added, for informational purposes, he spoke with a person that recommended Highflying very highly, and wanted to suggest ordering a fabric that will hold up to the sun, that holes for ventilation are added, and to have the edges sewn so that it doesn't fray in the wind. KENAI June page · BEAUT I F I CAT I ON/MEMO RI AL 9, 1987 PARK COMMITTEE -4- MS. Loper talked to a person from Highflying by phone and indicated the letter presented to the committee represents materials that are felt can be guaranteed for five years and perfect for conditions in Kenai, considering they will be up for three to four years. Chairman Wisniewski submitted by students, their participation. would like to make sure designs and the school, are acknowledged for Chairman called for unanimous consent. the vote. The motion passed by PARKS & RECREATION REPORT Mr. Simeroth reported the crews were working on the circle planters and are mostly planted with petunias. Flower boxes will be ready by next Monday or Tuesday. Grass is being mowed and a couple of trees are being replaced. Ordering trees in bulk was discussed. Sidewalks will be swept tonight, if the weather holds. Councilwoman Bailie explained the council purchase of a sweeper attachment to fit on front end loader for sidewalk sweeping. available, possibly for next year. authorized the the front of a This will be Edging was discussed and dandelion control, methods of taking care of these problems. with different Chairman Wisniewski asked about the maintenance of the outhouses and thought this should be taken care of on a daily bas is. It was felt this would reflect on the reputation of the City, and would like the City of Kenai to be known for its sanitary conditions to encourage tourism and use of the parks and beaches. Crews were discussed by 'the committee and Mr. Simeroth. The City of Kenai sign and the need for some color in way of flowers, foliage or planter boxes was mentioned brought into discussion by Chairman Wisniewski. Some of arrangement was greatly needed to enhance this area. the and kind KENAI BEAUTIFICATION/MEMORIAL PARK COMMITTEE June 9, 1987 page -5- Committee Member Hakkinen asked about the seats around the circles and would like to see them removed. The condition of the seats and their appearance was discussed by the committee and the general consensus was to have them removed. Mr. Simeroth will have them removed. The type of flowers in the circles were mentioned and there was some concern regarding the visibility of the Alyssum. The work being done at the cemetery was explained by Mr. S ime r o th. Committee Member Street Loop needs is incorrect. Sparks indicated the street sign on Main to be corrected. The spelling of street · COMMITTEE COMMENTS & QUESTIONS Chairman Wisniewski asked if there was anything else regarding the matter of the Leif Hansen Memorial Park name. There was discussion with the committee in full support of the park being named Leif Hansen Memorial Park and considered this issue closed. 9 . ADJOURNMENT .....- ,, The meeting was adjourned at 2:45 p.m. N~Va A. Aburto dba/Niva's Clerical Services for the City of Kenai