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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-01-11 Parks & Recreation SummaryPARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Regular Meeting, January 11, 1982 Kenai Recreation Center AGENDA A. ROLL CALL B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA C . APPROVAL OF MINUTEST ,. D. PERSONS SCHEDULE4 TO BE"' HEARD: E. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. City League Basketball 2. Sauna 3. Hot Tubs 4. Skating Area F . CORRESPONDENCE G. OLD BUSINESS k. Capital Improvements - Old and New List ,2. Bike Trails H. NEW BUSINESS . Rates for Lockers I. COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS J. ADJOURNMENT PARKS AND'RECREATION COMMISSION Minutes of January 11, 1982 A. ROLL CALL Present: Mark Necessary, Vice Chairman, Sally Bailie, Eileen Bryson, Michelle Fandel, Hon. James Hanson, and Kayo McGillivrary, Director, Bill Brighton, City Manager B. AGENDA Kayo McGillivrary asked that some items be added to the agenda which include: H-1 - Election of Officers to be placed at the beginning of the agenda after Approval of Minutes, then under E-5 - Board Meeting, and again under H-2 - Rates for Lockers, H-3 - Membership on Commission Agenda approved with the above changes C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Minutes of November 9, 1981 read and approved H. NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers Vice Chairman Necessary opened nominations for Chairman Sally Bailie nominated Mark Necessary, seconded by Eileen Bryson. No further nominations Election of Mark Necessary passed unanimously Chairman Necessary opened.nominations for Vice Chairman Mark Necessary nominated Sally Bailie, seconded by Eileen Bryson. No further nominations Election of Sally Bailie passed unanimously a. Discussion was held concerning the past Chairman, Richard Morgan and the time and service he dedicated to the Commission. The Commission asked for input from Bill Brighton on the other Commissions or Council and what is done for other Chairpersons. Bill Brighton pointed out that the Commission could proceed with their own recommendations with approval. PARKS AND RECREATION.COMMISSION Meeting of January 11, 1982 Page 2 MOTION: Eileen Bryson moved, seconded by Sally Bailie, to present Richard Morgan with a commendation of selfless efforts on behalf of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Motion passed unanimously. What exactly will be used will be .looked into further by Sally`Bailie and.Kayo McGillivrary D. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None E. DIRECTOR'S REPORT 1. The basketball season is in full swing and will -run from December 7 to March 18, the length due to the number of teams wanting to participate, and the loss of the use of one gym. It was requested that a copy of the agenda for teams and games to be played sent to the Council for their information. 2. The sauna is in and operational and is being enjoyed by many. 3. The hot tubs have not gone ahead due to the fact that Ron Rice has not completed the acquisition of bids and currently is out of town. 4. A problem has been encountered with the skating area. The extremely cold weather has caused a frost to form on the ice and the city does not have the type of equipment needed to remove the thin frost layer which then causes rough ice. However, there are skaters enjoying the rink despite the weather and conditions. Suggestions were called for any possible solutions. Commissioners will look into the matter. 5. Board Meeting for the state recreation committee will be in Juneau in February and if there are enough funds available Kayo will be participating and will return witha report. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Meeting, January 11, 1982 Page 3 I 6. Kayo McGillivrary gave a brief report on the progress of items 6 through 10 of last meet' g meeting's minutes. On the progress of the exhaust fan for the exercise room, Howard Hackney will be continuing efforts in that direction. F. CORRESPONDENCE Kayo McGillivrary introduced a letter that had been sent to him and the Commission from the Park and Recreation Board in the City of Petersburg, requesting information to help them develop this newly formed board. The Commission assisted with suggestions and all information will be forwarded to them. G. OLD BUSINESS I. Capital Improvements list Money has been approved and the go ahead given to start on the projects from 1980-81. There is part of the $50,000 that was set aside last year to complete and $150,000 also approved last year that was earmarked for park improvements. Since bids will need to get out by February so that equipment will be here and available when the weather breaks, the Commission will need to decide on specifics for equipment Eileen Bryson was appointed Chairman of a committee to work on the project. Monday, January 18th was set up for the next meeting and will begin at 8:00. 2. The item of Bike Trails was requested by the Planning and Zoning Commission and the Council to be detailed. Currently the length of the trail is still dependent o p n money available and the estimates given by Anchorage and the State run around $100,000 per mile with a width of approximately 6'. The subject of motorized vehicles on the trails, be they motorcycles or snow machines was discussed and all Commission members agreed that the idea of the bike trails was for children who walked to and from school and joggers, not for motorized vehicles who endanger those using the trails for designated purposes. At the present time, no enforcement is available for those bike trails or for the projected trails. Hon. James Hanson volunteered to check the state laws concerning the right-of-ways and enforcement of motorized vehicles on those trails. 3. Bill Brighton asked to speak on a matter concerning the area of Ryan's Creek. The City has asked FAA to turn over lands along Ryan's Creek from Airport way to the Inlet with 100' along both sides. Mr. Brighton will keep the Commission informed of progress. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Meeting, January 11 1982 Page 4 H. NEW BUSINESS 2. Rates for Lockers Kayo McGillivrary informed the Commission that the new lockers are in and rates3need to be set for the rental After much research, he found that the rate used for lockers in the area for similar use was $3.00 per month for the smaller lockers and $5.00 per month for the larger lockers, and only 36 of the total number of large and small lockers would be used for monthly rental. Renters would supply their own locks until such time as another arrangement would be suitable. MOTION: Eileen Bryson made the motion, seconded by Sally Bailie, to approve the rate of $3.00 for small lockers and $5.00 for large lockers on a monthly basis. Motion passed unanimously 3. Membership on Commission Kayo McGillivrary informed the Commission that three Commissioners' terms expire this month, Eileen Bryson, Richard Hultburg, and Richard Morgan. Of the three, only Richard Morgan would be leaving for sure and asked Commission members to suggest persons who.would be willing to serve as Commission members. None were available, but any forthcoming suggestions would be given to either Janet Whelan or Kayo McGillivrary. Eileen Bryson graciously agreed to remain on the Commission. I. COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS Hon. Jim Hanson asked if fencing could be put up at the Beaver Loop park that would separate the private property from the park area. At the present time, funds were not set aside for that item, however, the Commission will investigate the possibility when projects are nearing completion and request that -any money left over be used for this item. Eileen Bryson asked if John Van had made any plans to come to Kenai to carry through with the proposal discussed at the last meeting. Kayo McGillivrary stated that he did, but has not been given a date. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Meeting, January 11, 1982 Page 5 The Commission asked Kayo McGillivrary the progress of the Youth Center. Kayo informed the Commission that a dance had been held last week sponsored by the Kenai Central High Cheer Leaders who were raising money for a trip to Kodiak. 175 to 200 attended the dance and the Cheer Leaders earned around $300.00 for their trip. There still is some problem with the machines in that the supplier.will not supply as good machines as local businesses have, leaving the Center with machines that need repair. Hon. Jim Hanson volunteered to make contact with a person in town who would possibly be in a position to at least service the machines and keep them operable for the Center. J. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 9:27 p'.m. with the next meeting being a Special Meeting on January 18, 1982 at 8:OO p.m. Respectfully submitted: J4det Loper, Secretary