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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1989-03-21 Beautification SummaryKENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE March 21, 1989 - 1:30 P.M. Kenai City Hall Tim Wisniewski, Chairman AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD Paul Webb and Sonia Birch of Wildwood Correctional Center 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of February 14, 1989 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Council Request for Welcome to Kenai Sign b. KENAI Letters at Airport Triangle Park 6. NEW BUSINESS 7. COMMITTEE QUESTIONS & COMMENTS 8. ADJOURNMENT KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE March 21, 1989 - 1:30 P.M. Kenai City Hall Tim Wisniewski, Chairman 1. ROLL CALL Present' Wisniewski, Jackson, Hakkinen, McComsey, Selby, Sheldon, Sparks Also Present- Director McGillivray, Councilwoman Swarner, Secretary Loper 2. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD Paul Webb and Sonia Birch of Wildwood Correctional Center , The Committee had discussed the cleanup of Lawton Strip as one of the goals for 1989. Part of that discussion was for the secretary to contact the WildwoOd officials to meet with the Committee and determine what, if any, assistance could be rendered by those persons from that facility, keeping in mind the current state of the economy. Chairman Wisniewski introduced the Committee and began the discussion regarding projects the residents of Wildwood had already completed and asked if assistance could be rendered for the Lawton area. Mr. Webb answered that it certainly could be done. The Committee and Mr. Webb and Sonia Birch agreed that the main objective of the project is to clean up the area, brushing, thinning some of the small trees, and grubbing. There will be no picnic tables or other equipment this year. Mr. Webb asked if the City would have any equipment available for hauling, Director McGillivray answered yes. Some of his crew are able to drive dump trucks and he would check with public works to see if one would be available which probably would be just before the end of the project. Mr. Webb asked about the wood left over from the trees that would be cut. Director McGillivray stated that firewood could always be used at City campsites and might save a tree or two. Mr. Webb asked if someone would be available to mark trees, Chairman Wisniewski volunteered along with members of the Committee. When asked for a start up time, Mr. Webb answered that it would be as soon as the ground were dry enough. Mr. Webb and Chairman Wisniewski will keep in touch and inform staff and Committee members. The Committee and Councilwoman Swarner discussed notification to Council and it was agreed that a memo would be sent to Council recommending the project, and ask for approval. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE March 21, 1989 Page 2 The Committee asked if a path could be put in for cross country skiing or hiking or whatever and asked how the Oilers path and the Bernie Huss path were put in. There is no money for rock right now which is laid for a good path. The best that could be done is simply clearing at this point. Mr. Webb answered that there would be no problem but did want very close supervision for marking and clearing. This would be the first phase of a long term project which would depend entirely upon money available. At some point in the future, the Committee envisions an area somewhat like the Bernie Huss Memorial. MOTION: Committee Member Jackson moved to inform the Council of the plans for the Lawton Strip based upon the discussion in the minutes, that the Committee and Wildwood officials agree that the project can be undertaken and produce worthwhile results, that the Committee approves the overall plan and asks that Council approve the plan and make any recommendations back to the Committee and welcomes Council participation in any phase, seconded by Committee Member McComsey. VOTE: Motion passed unanimously The Committee went on to discuss other aspects of Wildwood activity. Currently, fire pits, picnic tables, and the KENAI letters are being produced. Director McGillivray stated that fire pits and trash containers were purchased last fall from the facility and will be put out this spring. 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved as submitted. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of February 14, 1989 Minutes were approved as submitted. 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Council Request for Welcome to Kenai Sign At the last meeting, the Committee discussed putting something on the back of the Welcome to Kenai sign since it is so bare. Councilwoman Swarner noted that the Council had sent the item back for discuss ion. The Committee agreed that the back of the sign needed something, however, the angle of the sign made it difficult. Director McGillivray suggested planting trees. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE March 21, 1989 Page 3 MOTION: Committee Member Sparks moved to recommend planting trees at the rear of the sign, seconded by Committee Member McComsey Chairman Wisniewski suggested that perhaps the art class at the high school could paint something on the back such as "welcome back" or perhaps a mural type picture. Committee Member Selby suggested that the original artist be contacted to see if he has a suggestion. The Conm~ittee agreed to put the motion on hold and discuss this again at their next meeting. Committee Member McComsey stated that it couldn't be put off too long. If the Committee decides on using the art class they need to be contacted now as school will be out by the end of May. The secretary was instructed to contact Mr. Sherman for his ideas and if he agrees, meet with him at the next meeting. b. KENAI Letters at Airport Triangle Park A sample of the number was presented to Council. The sample was blue colored primer. The Council had asked the Committee to discuss the color of the letters. MOTION: Committee Member Selby moved to recommend to Council that the numbers be gold, similar to the "Anchorage" sign, seconded by Committee Member McComsey 6. NEW BUSINESS None 7. COMMITTEE QUESTIONS & COMMENTS Committee Member McComsey noted that the minutes of the previous meeting stated that Vice Chairman Jackson was to check on the additional sidewalks in the Memorial Park. Vice Chairman Jackson answered that Mrs. Porter had indicated that in order to have a wide range of choices for locations the additional sidewalks were necessary. Vice Chairman Jackson stated that it means additional money which we don't have and can't recommend unless there is a crowding situation. Committee Member Sheldon asked how many had been sold, answer about 10. Committee Member Sheldon asked how many were in the original plan, Director McGillivray stated he really didn't know for sure, but thought there were 20 or 30. It was noted that trees do best when they are clustered against the wind as opposed to strung out with wide spaces between. The Committee agreed that the additional sidewalks would be put on hold. KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE March 21, 1989 Page 4 Several informational brochures were passed out which had been received by the City in the last three weeks. Chairman Wisniewski asked how the Committee felt about being involved in clean up or litter programs. The committee agree that the Lions, the Chamber, and ALPAR are doing a good job and the Committee should not be involved as a whole, however any member wishing to participate could do so on their own. Committee Member Selby asked about the mounds in the Memorial Park. Committee Member Sheldon answered that we can only wait until spring to see how they come up and go from there. 8. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting adjourned. The next regular meeting of the Co~ittee will be ~esda¥, April 11, 1989 at 1:30 P.M. Janet A. Loper Secretary to the Committee 1791-1991 CITY OF KENAI o: 210 FIDALGO KENAI, ALASKA 99611 TELEPHONE 283- 7535 FAX 907-283-3014 March 24, 1989 State of Alaska Dept. of Transportation 44149. Sterling Hwy. Soldotna, AK 99669 Attention Bob Boyd Subject- Street Sweeping and Road StriDing Dear Mr. Boyd- The Council of the City of Kenai has requested that I contact you concernin~ two items. 1. What is the Dot/PF schedule for sweepin~ state maintained streets within the city limits of Kenai? As you recall, last year the state had some equipment problems with their sweepers shortly after cleanin~ the state maintained streets in Soldotna. Because of the equipment problems the City of Kenai's state maintained streets were not able to be sweDt until late into the summer. The City of Kenai is requestin~ that you schedule the street sweepin~ clean up program on the state'maintained streets within the City of Kenai as soon as possible . 2. The Department of Transportation has been kind enough to paint the road stripes on our few city roads that require them at the same time' t~t thoy are paintin~ the state maintained roads within the City of Kenai. The City of Kenai is requestin~ the state's help a~ain this year in paintin~ the road stripes. The city would also be happy to pay for the paint used on our streets.