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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1987-08-11 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION August 11, 1987 - 7:00 PM Kenai City Hall Richard Hultberg, Chairman 1. ROLL CALL Present: Carlson, Sandahl, Siebert, Siekawitch Absent: Hultberg, Salazar both excused Also Present- KaYo McGillivray and Janet Loper 2. PERSONS PRESENT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD None 3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Agenda approved as submitted 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of June 9, 1987 Minutes were approved as submitted 5. DIRECTOR' S REPORT A. Summer Recreation Pro~ram This year the Summer Recreation Program was run in the Center rather than in the schools. This year there were more children enrolled than any previous year, the total coming to just under 200. Many comments were received from parents, all were positive. The leaders had a hard time using the gym for a while when the aerobics classes were being held. Several times they ended up using the racketball courts, but it worked out well' in the end. Commissioner Siekawitch informed the Commission that the parent pitched in and pooled money to take the kids out to lunch at the Pizza Hut. Also for the last day, Friday, parents brought cookies and other treats. B. Parks Crews The crews were as good or better this year as last, with the loss of some of the "old timers" and the addition of new members. The crew took pride in their work and it shows. The Commission asked to pass on to the crew that they are to be commended on their work, many comments have been received from visitor and from residents. C. Softball Tournaments PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION August 11, 1987 Page 2 There have been tournaments thus far with a Class D state tournament coming this month. We will have a Class D or E co-ed coming also. Commissioner Carlson asked about the progress of the new fields. Director McGillivray answered that they put down some peat and did some leveling, however, there is still some inspecting to be done and cannot proceed with any major work until that is done. We will have to fence the through area as it is too dangerous to run traffic so close. The Softball Association has indicated that, either this year or next, they would like to donate money to help with the concession stands and restrooms. Director McGillivray stated that, ideally, the water & sewer lines could be run to accommodate Treets Cabinet Shop along with the fourth field. D. Beautification Crew The Committee asked that a letter of commendation be sent to the Beautification Committee and the crew for the all the work that has been done to beautify the City. E. Floor Refinishin~ Bob Miller, the custodian for Soldotna High School, brought his materials over to the gym and was able to do the floors for $1,900 as opposed to the informal original estimated costs of $3,000 plus. F.. Tile Replacement (men's bathroom) The purchase order has been written for the replacement tiles and the work will begin shortly. G. Hot Tubs The ad has been placed in the paper to put the tubs out for bid. Part of the bid specifies that the tubs must be removed by the person rather than by the City. H. Buildin~ Refinishin~ (outside Still waiting for a quote on cost. We have been holding off a bit because of the flowers and landscaping done around the building. As soon as the painters begin spraying the chemicals on the building it will kill all the work the crews have done this year. I. Arco Jesse Owens Track Five youngsters from the Kenai area met in Los Angeles to compete in several areas. Three were from Kenai. Alaska did bring back 2 gold, 1 silver, and 1 bronze medals. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION August 11, 1987 Page 3 Director McGillivray presented a letter from Rebecca S. Parker, Coordinator for Arco Alaska thanking Kayo for his continuing help for the games which were held in Kenai. J. Cemeter~ Work There has been a lot of work done this summer at the cemetery. Pipes have been cut and placed into the ground at ground level to hold the white crosses. When the crews mow the crosses can be taken out and replaced into the pipes. Commissioner Sandahl asked if there was room for expansion, answer yes. There has been an increase in the number of burials this year over last year which means an increase in activity as well. The Commission commented that the cemetery is looking really great. Commissioner Sandahl asked if vaults were being considered as a viable alternative, answer no. The Commission asked that the Cemetery Committee be asked if this could be an item for discussion. 5. OLD BUSINESS A. Memorial Park Some work has begun in the form of digging and laying cement, however, due to the lack of available lumber supplies. The parks crew will be maintaining those areas not contracted for planting. B. Air~0rt Triangle Park Wards Landscaping has made an offer to complete and upgrade the Airport Triangle Park. At the last Council meeting the design and work was approved by the Council, money was appropriated from the road widening project. Wards has donated the shrubs and trees for the three triangles within the park and Trinity Nursery donated the flowers for the KENAI planting. C. Youth Sports Fields The survey has been done. Until the City has dedicated the lands to park use nothing further can be done. At a meeting last week the Mayor stated that he wanted a committee to see what volunteer work can be done. Director McGillivray will be meeting with the new president to discuss this issue. Referring to the plat of the Section 36 ballfields, Vice Chairman' Siebert asked if some ball fields could be drafted on to the plat to get an idea of size and location, answer yes. Vice Chairman Siebert will return the plat and some drawings. Commissioner Siekawitch asked if it would be possible to Put a camper park at this location, answer from Director McGillivray, no. The Council has been looking for lands nearer the downtown area. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION August 11, 1987 Page 4 6. NEW BUSINESS None 7. COMMITTEE QUESTIONS & COMMENTS None 8. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business the meeting was adjourned. 6/Janet A. Loper, Planning Specialist Secretary to the Commission