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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1999-10-07 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION OCTOBER 7, 1999 CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS AGENDA ITEM 1' CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL ITEM 3- APPROVAL OF MINUTES - September 2, 1999 ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ao Keith Kornelis -- Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Stabilization Project Sean Dittman -- Ea~le Scout Project Proposal ITEM 5' OLD BUSINESS ao Discussion -- Multipurpose Facility Rental ITEM 6: NEW BUSINESS ITEM 7: ao DIRECTOR=S REPORT Kenai Cemetery Winter Pole Decorations Summer Banners ITEM 8: OUESTIONS & COMMENTS ITEM 9- CORRESPONDENCE ao Applause Letter/Karen Kester, Coed "D" State Softball Tournament Director ITEM 10' PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD ITEM 11' INFORMATION ao Council Action Agendas of September 1 and 15, 1999. Beautification Committee Minutes of September 14, 1999. ITEM 12: ADJOURNMENT CITY OF KENAI PARKS/l~ RECREATION COMMISSION KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 7, 1999- 7:00 P.M. CHAIRMAN RICHARD HULTBERG, PRESIDING MINUTES ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chairman Richard Hultberg called the meeting to order at 7'00 p.m. Members Present: Ronald Yamamoto, Tim Wisniewski, Dale Sandahl, Jack Castimore, Matthew Peters, Richard Hultberg, Kelly Gifford (arrived at 7:07) Others Present: Parks and Recreation Director Bob Frates, Councilman Bill Frazer, Public Works Director Keith Kornelis, Contract Secretary Barb Roper ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL No additions or deletions were requested, the Agenda was approved as presented. ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES -- September 2, 1999 There were additions or corrections to the minutes of September 2, 1999. minutes were approved as written. The Kelly Gifford arrived at 7:10 p.m. ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD 4-a. Keith Kornelis- Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Stabilization Project Kornelis gave a presentation on the Kenai Coastal Trail/Bluff Stabilization Project currently being designed by Peratrovich, Nottingham and Drage, Inc. A photograph display was provided. Kornelis gave the history of the erosion problem and explained how the coastal trail would not only provide an excellent area for the community but would assist in stopping the erosion. The trail is to be 1.7 miles long and is to start from South Spruce Street to just below the Little League field. The path would be eight feet wide with two-foot shoulders on each side. Frates asked if dip netting would be reopened on that side of the river once the trail is constructed. Kornelis replied it could be but the question was a political one that he could not answer. Kornelis explained the type of material to be used in constructing the trail and noted rights-of-way would be required in some sections. Discussion took place on funding and Kornelis noted there were several options available to include federal and state grants. Once the design is completed, lobbying for funding would begin. He noted the estimated cost of the project to be $7 to $10 million. Discussion took place on maintenance of the trail and Kornelis indicated a lot of effort would be given to keeping the trail maintenance free but a sweeper would probably be required to keep it clean. Sean Dittman- Eagle Scout Project Proposal' Sean Dittman and his father, Charles Dittman, presented their proposal to clean up the rest of the Bernie Huss Fitness Trail as part of an Eagle Scout project for Sean Dittman. Dittman reported he and his Scout group walked through the Bernie Huss Trail and noticed the clean-up effort on the one side but also noticed the destruction on the other. Dittman explained, they would mark the beetle kill trees to be removed; remove the debris from the stream; pick up empty cans, cigarette butts and other garbage; and do what they can with the equipment that was vandalized. Dittman added, he anticipated the project being completed before winter. Charless Dittman indicated there were approximately 18 to 20 young men and they could have it done in three weekends. Frates indicated there were approximately 20 to 30 trees needing to be removed. Dittman stated the Scouts would cut the wood up and pile it neatly in front of a store for a free give away and the group would remove the brush from the area. After discussion the Commission gave the Dittmans approval to proceed with the much-appreciated project. ITEM 5: NEW BUSINESS Multi-Purpose Facility Rental Frates reported the City Council had accepted the $65.00 per hour rental rate for the Multi-Purpose facility but had also raised the question of restroom availability. Frates stated the current plans did not include restrooms so Administration was asked to explore possibilities of providing the facilities. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1999 PAGE 2 Castimore showed photographs of work in progress at the job site and stated they plan to be open for business by Thanksgiving. He noted, the $25,000 Zamboni, painted in KCHS/Kenai Kard colors, was on its way. The warming sheds donated by Nikiski High School were moved to EDD and would be cleaned by volunteers. Castimore indicated that many, many people were volunteering time and money for this effort and were doing so just for the kids. Castimore added, there was a need for one more warming shed so if anyone had any ideas they were to contact Castimore or any member of the LLC group. Frates reported fencing or netting was also needed and they were exploring those options. Sandahl suggested someone contact the golf course as the net they use for the driving range was going to be replaced and the old netting would be perfect for the multi-purpose facility. Castimore stated he would contact the golf course. Frates reported he and Nate Kiel attended a Zamboni maintenance clinic in Anchorage. They learned that Zamboni's are a high maintenance item. Frates also reported the Beautification Committee was attempting to bring the Farmer's Market to Kenai with plans to use the multi- purpose facility. Castimore noted, HUD finances projects such as the multi-purpose facility and they were very impressed with the community involvement. A meeting was being arranged with the Mayor and HUD officials. ITEM NEW BUSINESS -- None ITEM 7: DIRECTOR'S REPORT 7-a. Kenai Municipal Cemetery Frates reported the existing sign was removed and discussion was taking place with Garland Buffington to do a metal sign. Buffington is to bring back some designs. (It was noted that Buffington is a wonderful artist and should do a good job.) Frates noted the pilings that held the old sign needed to be replaced. Discussion took place on the price of the sign and Frates reported Morgan Steel would donate the steel and APC offered their shop and equipment to Buffington to complete the sign. Frates indicated, once the sign is complete, consideration could be given to a wrought iron fence. 7-b. Winter Pole Decorations Frates reported seventeen silhouettes were ordered to replace those that were damaged or inoperable which would bring the total decorations to approximately 63 silhouettes. A lengthy discussion took place on where PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1999 PAGE 3 7-do to place the silhouettes and it was noted that locations were limited because not all light poles have the necessary transformers. Frates. reported all the lights would be put up again with the exception of some of the trees in Leif Hansen Park which were wrapped for the winter. Frates added, various businesses are to be approached next year to see if they would be interested in sponsoring some light displays. Summer Banners Frates reported the summer banners were taken down' and there was minimal damage. He noted, the Art Guild was working on ten new designs for next year and the designs are to be provided to the Commission for review and approval. Gifford requested that the All- America City banners not be used again. Parks and Recreation Dances Frates stated a scheduled Middle School dance was postponed by one - week and would be held at the Center during Red Ribbon Week. At the last dance, 130 kids attended. He noted, the dances are held from 7:00 p.m.. to 10:00 p.m. The Commission will be contacted for chaperoning some dances. ITEM 8: QUESTIONS & COMMENTS CommissiOner Sandahl reported he would not be available for the November 4, 1999 meeting. Sandahl stated he was pleased with the project progress and excited about the coastal trail, which' would add a lot to the City. Commissioner Castimore stated he spoke to Johnny Bea regarding the light poles at the Sears Elementary hockey rink and he was told he could have them for free. Homer Electric needs to be contacted to see if they will remove and re- install them at the multi-purpose facility. Frates will follow up on the issue. Commissioner Gilford suggested more round planters be used and that it was time to expand. Frates reported the item was on the Beautification Committee agenda.' Gifford reminded Frates a sign was needed for the ski trail on Lawton. to point out the location to two elderly people who were looking for it. Castimore reported the sign on Lawton and Candlelight was down. · She had Student Representative Peters provided photos of the Scout Park and pointed out the lake forming in the middle of the path from the rain. Frates stated work was being done to eliminate the problem. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1999 PAGE 4 Commissioner Wisniewski stated he saw a large pile of railroad ties on the way to Seward and asked if the Parks and Recreation Department would have a need for them. He added, it appeared they were just there for the taking. Castimore reported they were being sold at $8.00 each and the phone number was in the paper. Wisniewski was pleased with the work proposed by Sean Dittman and the Scout group and noted the timing was good. Wisniewski congratulated Bill Frazer on his election to the City Council. Commissioner Sandahl stated Beaver Creek Park looked great and the tree clearing really helped make it more visible. Wisniewski stated he sees people using the park all the time. Frates reported just the standard work was required in there, including weeding in the front entrance area. ITEM 9: CORRESPONDENCE -2. Applause Letter/Karen Kester, Coed "D" State Softball Tournament Director ITEM 10: PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD -- None ITEM 11: ll-a. ll-b. INFORMATION Council Action Agenda of September 1 and 15, 1999. Beautification Committee Minutes of September 14, 1999. ITEM 12: ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Barb~ra L. Roper, Cc~n~~t"Secretary PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING OCTOBER 7, 1999 PAGE 5