HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-03-01 Parks & Recreation PacketKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MARCH 1, 2001
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER/k ROLL CALL
ITEM 2'
AGENDA APPROVAL
ITEM 3:
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - February 1,2001
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
ITEM 5'
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Summer 2001 Park Maintenance and Development Goals
b.
Discussion -- Skateboard Park/Design and Equipment
ITEM 6:
ao
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion -- Kenai Multipurpose Facility/Refrigeration Alternatives and
Considerations.
ITEM 7:
REPORTS
a,
Commission Chair
Director
City Council Liaison
ITEM 8:
COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
ITEM 9:
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HRAI~D
ITEM 10-
INFORMATION
a,
Council Action Agendas of February 7 and 21,2001.
Beautification Committee Minutes of February 13,2001
ITEM 11'
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI PARKS/k RECREATION COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 1, 2001
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
ITEM 1.
ITEM 2:
ITEM 3.
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ITEM 4.
ITEM 5-
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ITEM 6'
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ITEM 7'
ITEM 8'
ITEM 9'
ITEM 10:
ITEM 11'
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER/l~ ROLL CALL
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AGENDA APPROVAL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES.. - January 4, 2001
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Municipal Park
NEW BUSINESS
Discussion -- Summer 2001 Park Maintenance and Development .Goals
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Bernie Huss Fitness Trail
Brush Cleanup at East End Trails and Municipal Park
Community Cleanup Project with Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Skateboard Park
Irrigation
Adopt-A-Park Program
Check-In Station for Dip Net Fishery and Other Uses
Little League Fields and Adult Softball Field Improvements
REPORTS
, ,
Commission Chair
Director
City Council Liaison
COMMISSION qUESTIONS/k COMMENTS
PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE.HEARD
INFORMATION
Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Beautification Comrmttee Minutes of January 9,2001.
Updated Commission Membership LiSt.
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI PARKS ~ KEC~TION COMMISSION
FEBRUARY 1, :2001
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CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
MmUT
ITEM 1'
C~,LL TO ORDER Ih ROLL CAL!,.
Chairman Wisniewski called the meeting to order at 7'07 p.m.
Members Present:
Tim Wisniewski, Kelly Gilford, Jack Cast/more, Sam Steiner
Members Absent:
Mike Baxter, Dale Sandahl, Richard Hutlberg
Others Present:
Councilman Bill Frazer, Director Bob Frates, Contract
Secretary Roper
ITEM 2'
AGENDA APPROVAL
Parks & Recreation Director Frates requested that Tom Burke and students from Kenai
Central High School (KCHS) be added to the agenda under Item 4, Persons Scheduled
To Be Heard. There were no objections. The agenda was approved with the addition.
ITEM 3'
APPROVAL OF MINUTES - January 4, 2001
Commissioner Castimore requested a change on page 4, first paragraph, which should
read, "Commissioner Castimore thanked Frates .... "The minutes of January 4,2001
were approved with the one correction.
ITEM 4:
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P~,I~_~ONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD
KCHS Shop Teacher Tom Burke and students Joshua Franklin and Bowman
McDonald presented a skateboard park proposal to the Commission. The proposal
consisted of a plan of the carpentry and welding classes at KCHS to construct
skateboard units for the City of Kenai. A lengthy discussion followed and included
potential locations, types of materials to be used, methods of construction,
comparisons to other parks in the state, liability, and cost. It was decided Councilman
Frazer would bring the item to the City Council at the work session that is scheduled
for February 7, 2001.
MOTION:
Commissioner Gifford MOVED that the proposal presented by Kenai Central High
School be accepted and that Councilman Frazer present the proposal to the City
Council at their next work session and report back to the Parks Commission as to the
outcome. Further that Director Frates discuss the issue with the City Manager and
City Attorney. Commissioner Castimore SECONDED the motion.
VOTE:
l~axter Absent
Castimore Yes
Wisniewski Yes
Gifford Yes Sandahl
Steiner Yes Hultber§
Absent
, Absent
MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
Steiner is to continue to work with the students and keep the Commission apprised of
the activity. The Commission thanked Burke and the students for their fine
presentation.
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ITEM 5:
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- Municipal Park
Frates reported they were still waiting on the Borough to let them know if the wood
chipper was available for use in Municipal Park. If it is not, the plan is to bum.
ITEM 6:
NEW BUSINESS
5-]3.
Discussion -- Summer 2001 Park Maintenance and Development Goals
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
'8.
Bernie Huss Fimess Trail
Brush Cleanup at East End Trails and Municipal Park
Community Cleanup Project with Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Skateboard Park
Irrigation
Adopt-A-Park Program
Check-In Station for Dip Net Fishery and Other Uses
Little League Fields and Adult Softball Field Improvements
Frates reported the above list was compiled with input from Chairman Wisniewski for
budget purposes and to also set goals for the Parks and Recreation Department. Each
item listed above was discussed in detail to include plans and methods of achieving the
goals. Frates requested input from the commissioners with regard to other items that
they feel should be added. '
ITEM 7: REPORTS
7-a. Commission Chair-- Wisniewski reported Mrs. Buffmgton, whose sons
constructed the new cemetery sign, was not pleased with the lack of coverage or
recognition for their efforts. Discussion took place and it was noted that perhaps the
Buffington's could be recognized during Volunteer's Day with a proclamation from the
Mayor presented at the same time.
Commissioner Gilford left at 8:35 p.m.
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 1,2001
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7-b. Director -- Frates reported the BOR land issue would be before the City
Council on February 7 with a public hearing possibly scheduled for February 21.
While addressing budget items, Frates reported the existing winter decorations might
be able to be refurbished, however, the required transformers needed to be reviewed
closely. The cemetery wrought iron fence will be considered as well as a new shelter for
Municipal Park.' A cardio bike for the weigh, t room is also on the wish list.
7-~. City Council Liaison -- Councilman Frates reminded the Commission of
the Economic Forum to be held on Saturday, February 3 and encouraged members to
attend.
ITEM 8'
CO _IIM!S$ION ~.UESTIONS/h COMMENTS
Commissioner Castimore reported on an article he read from the east coast where
parents are ejected from sporting events if they cause problems. Discussion took place
and it was noted that a similar program was available here.
Commissioner Steiner invited the Commissioners to attend the State basketball
tournaments during the weekend at KCHS.
Frates invited the Commission to participate in the broom ball game scheduled for
Saturday at 6:00 p.m.
ITEM 9- PRRSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD - None
ITEM 10' INFORMATION
10-a.
10-b.
10-¢.
Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Beautification Committee Minutes of January 9,2001.
Updated Commission Membership List.
ITEM 11'
ADJOURNMENT.
MOTION:
Commissioner Castimore MOVED for adjournment. There were no objections.
ORDERED.
SO
Meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Barbara Roper, Contract Secretary
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
FEBRUARY 1, 2001
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PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
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Bernie Huss Fitness Trail
Brush Cleanup at East End Trails and Municipal Park
Community Cleanup Project with Kenai Chamber of Commerce
Skateboard Park
Irrigation
Adopt-A-Park Program
Check-In Station for Dip Net Fishery and Other Uses
Little League Fields and Adult Softball Field Improvements
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PI:IO~ ~ C.,ONs to having · local
Skateparks: PROs and CONs
This article was written by Dave Rebus (drebus(~.compusmart.ab.c3).
Reasons to have a skatepark '~'
· No unsightly, timid, complacent, pale, politically correct citizens to deal with.
· Depending on what your type of terrain is, if it's built from your input then it rules (provided you get real updates).
· Unfortunately for some pu'rista, as the number of pro models encreases year after year, the contest scene will get more and more important as time goes
by. Experience on all kinds of transitions helps would-be contest ragers a lot. May even provide some of you beginners out there with a fulfilling job
some day.
® if there's a food area, pool tables, viewing area, etc., then you've got a regular hang-out on Your hands. Some of you more hormone-enslaved skaters
might even meet the hook-up of your dreams at a well designed park.
· Notwithstanding the above, my idea of a park is something either out in the country or in the desert, away from the diorama we call society. So that can
be a heaven too.
Reasons NOT to have said skatepark
® Most people at a beginner/intermediate level think not in terms of lines, but in line-ups. I don't know how those signals got crossed, but running into
someone waiting in line or even being forced to become the snake are not my idea of fun. F..~pecially if l'm paying to skate
· Paying? Did someone mention paying? As if! l'm already paying all kinds of income taxes. One more tax, especially on skateboarding, is not the
solution. Especially if the streets are free. The day I pay to skate is the day they actually offer something that was impossible for me to find in the public
domain.
· On the other hand, a public park is usually an insurance nightmare, and public officials are notoriusly leas adept at working around such difficulties
(exception- Benecia public "ampitheatre") I'll definitely wear pads if I ever rode vertical, but I don't feel I need all that gear to safely navigate a PVC
bench or mellow pyramid hip.
®A plywood park with bad maintainance and/or obstacle refreshment (in case ora street course) will soon a defunct park be.
® Which leads me to an important reason I skate-- *freedom"!!! Skating in a closed space is not my idea of freedom, although when I'm in a contest,
that's almost always the case; a confined space.
®But, one might say, aren't you being a little unfair to those who actually chose ramps to skate? I respond, the DYI ethic is the best way. Ever heard of
something called the Burnside Project? .
· Remember, if there is any kind of alternative to skater owned ramps and public streets (as well as backyard pools and desert pipes), the very existence of
such an option would strengthen the authorities' position on free skating. Especially skating so close to the average pedestrian/car dependent I mentioned
above. Because the argument "where else we gonna do it?" just doesn't ring quite as loud to the Man with even a low calibre public excuse for a park in
city limits.
· If the park is *too* successful aa a hang-out it can all too often become a haven for the weak minded jellyfish we call Cliquers. Cliquers are amazing and
fascinating enough of a species to warrant a whole post-secondary academic 'journal' on the topic. Their mating habits, call, rituals and even
multi-staffed pre~latory to prey ratios are truly a wonder to behold. If this message wasn't about something intelligent they might even get more of my
attention then they've already gotten. Bottom line- kids/beginners can't stand this, and negative vibes from skater to skater have caused more bitter
ex-skaters and irate voting-age parents then anything else ha~.
Call me a bitter old man if you will and can't vote yet, but i myself gave up the idea of trying to institutionaliz~ my art/sport years ago. Aa more and more
mainstreamers hop on the bandwagon, ! pessimistically believe they'll do good enough damage themselves. (I still have faith in the Visalia Y though).
Back to DansWORLD.
DansWORLD Skateboarding. Dan Dun/mm (dan@cps. msu. edu)
Tuesd~/. Januan/30. 2001 sk~t®p~rk.org: Current Pro~ects
Top; Current Proj~ct~
Home I New i About Us I Contact I Sponsors
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These are websites for groups that are actively working NOW to get a skatepark in their
community (or legalize skateboarding). They've probably got difficulties similar to your's that
would be valuable to discuss. Know about others?
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Resources in Current Projects
· Richmond, Indiana Skatepark Project - The home of skatepark.org is finally getting a skatepark! Mark Stosberg
Richmond Skatepark Advisory Committee
914 E. Main St.
Richmond, IN US 47374
email:
phone: [ (765) 939 9301
· Ne.w. [x~n News~ VA Skatepark Project - They write: "We are currently working with the City of Newport News Virginia to plan and construct a
world class skate facility, it will be constructed totally of concrete and have obstacles (hips, rails, ledges, pools, quarters and banks as well as a
million different lines) that will entertain all levels and styles of skateboarding and inline skating. Stay tuned for a web site dedicated to the
Newport News Movement and future postings on the progress here in the Hampton Roads area. Feel free to contact me if you would like to learn
more about our movement or would like assistance in organizing a skate revolution in your area. DEMAND YOUR TERRAIN has become our
motto, and will soon become our war cry. You can do the same in your city. Erase skate hate and make the world a better place."
Shane Thomas
Newport News, VA Skatepark Project
11 Luanita Lane
Newport News, VA US 23602
emaii:
phone: I (757) 930 2217
fax: 1 (757) 223 6936
· Valparaiso, IN Skatepark Project
John Wasinski
BikeBoardBiadeValpo
Valparaiso, IN US
emaih
phone: I (219) 364 0178
· San Francisco Skatepark Project Jymi Shores
San Francisco Skatepark Project
po box 12095
San Francisco, CA US 94112
emaih
phone: 1 (415) 208 2149
· Vandalia OH, Skatepark Project Kip Millikin
Vandalia OH, Skatepark Project
Vandalia, OH US
phone: I (937)415 2324
· Carson Warner Memorial Skatepark Project - Carson Warner was killed in an off-road vehicle accident on June 20, 1996. He was fourteen, and
an avid skateboarder. One of his chief wishes was to have a place in Heaidsburg where skateboarders could practice their skills without being
considered a nuisance. His family and friends have decided to create such a place as a memorial to him.
Healdsburg, CA US
· Fellowship of Calgary Skateboarders
Bankers Hall
PO Box 22345
Calgary, CA
emaih
· Dixon, California Skatepark Project - Newspaper article about thc process of getting a skatepark in Dixon, California.
Dixon, CA US
· Wethersfield Skatepark Project
Wethersficld, CT US
emaih
· Springfield Skatepark Project
Annette Weatherman
http://www.skatepmrk.org/Current_Prol®ct~/
Tueacla¥. January. 30. 2001 skate~.org: GuEent Projects
Springfield Skatepark Project
1244 E Meadowmere
Springfield, MO US 65804
emaii:
phone: 1 (417)862 1253
· Montreal, Canada Pro~ect
Montreal, CA
· Christ Church, New Zealand Skatepark Project - an informational site developed by the city council
Chris Freeman
Parks Unit
Christ Church, AK NZ
email:
fax: 371-1987 (in Christ Church) .
· Lakewood, WA Skatepark Project
Lakewood, WA US
email:
· Bisbee. Ariz0rla Skatepark Project
Dave Day
Bisbee, Arizona Skatepark Project
Bisbee, AZ US
emaii:
· Lansine. Michiean Skatepark Proiect - The hometown of pro skater Andy MacDonald now has a project underway to get a skatepark
Lansihg, MI US
email:
· Brooklyn, New York Skatepark Project
Grant Anderson
Brooklyn, NY US
emaii:
· Hemei Hempstead, UK Skatepark Project
Mat Loyd
Hemel Idiot
Hemel Hempstead, UK
emaii:
· Hol~olulu, Hawaii [Makiki district) Skatepark Project - This page includes some plans for the park and an update on the current status of the
project.
Honalulu, HI US
· Ta!!iahassee, Florida Skatepark Project
David Wilcox
The Skaters' Union
PO Box 10715
Tailahassee, FL US 32302
email:
phone: t (850) 222 6890
· Chicalzo. IL skateoark oroiect
Chicago, IL US- -
email:
phone: 1 (77:3)925 9741
· Val-d'Or. Ou6bec, Canada Skatepark Project
Nathalie Belanger
Val-d'Or, Qugb~c, CA
· Jackson, Michigan Skatepark Project
Officer Young JPD
Jackson, MI US
email:
· Las Vegas, NV Skatepark Project
Berry Ellison
Southwick Landscape Architects
Las Vegas, NV US
email:
phone: 1 (702) 597-3108
· Curtis Memorial Park- Skatepark project
Tom Westhoff
Curtis Memorial Park- Skatepark Project
Chantilly, VA US 20151
email:
· Calais, ME Skatepark Project
Justin Colpitts
Calais, ME Skatepark Project
http:l/www.sketepir#.org/Current_Projectl/
Page:
Tuesday, January 30. 2001 skatet~arl<.org: Current Ptoject~
Calais High School
RR 1, Box 22B
Calais, ME US 4619
email:
phone: I (207)454 2591
fax: I (207) 454 0306
· Bent Inc., Winslow Arizona Skatepark Project - Plans consist of: giant snake ma/bowls depths vary from 5.5' to 9' deep, fullpipe, street course.
Builders: Sage Bolyard, Mark "Red" Scott (responsible for Burnside & Lincoln City parks)
Bent Inc.
Winslow, AZ US
email:
· Rollina Alone. Cottonwood Arizona - Plans consist of multiple bowls (clover, kidney, etc), street course. Builders: Wally Hoilyday (famed for
buiiditig Chei'ry Hill, NC's park)
Joyce Sinman
Cottonwood, AZ US ,.
emaii:
· Boulder 2000 Skatepark project - The new Boulder (justin's new home), Colorado Skate Park is expected to be completed by September.
Royce Arbour incorporated -
5353 Manhattan Circle Ste 201
Boulder, CO US 80303
email:
phone: 303 499-3272
fax: 303 499-6221
· Mason, MI Skatepark Project - They say: "Currently we are in the process of getting funding, finding a place for our skatepark, and designing it.
On September i5th we are planning to apply for a grant from the State of Michigan. The grant states that we need 25% of the cost of the
skatepark and they will supply the rest. The total cost with construction will be around $300,000. We don't have a website for this project yet
but I hope to get one up and running soon."
Simeon Caskey
Mason, MI Skatepark Project
Mason, MI US
email:
· Poole. Dorset UK Skatepark Project - Update 12/16/2000: "Phases I & 2 of the Baiter Park state of the art skatepark now funded and complete
by Christmas 2000, thanks to community fundraising group Funseeker working in an informal partnership with Borough of Poole and GBH
Engineering."
Sue Mitchener
Poole, Dorset, GB
email:
phone: (01202) 686500
· Asheboro~ NC Skatepark Project - It is currently illegal to skateboard in Asheboro and a group is now forming (5/2000) to get a skatepark.
Elizabeth Chambers
Asheboro, NC Skatepark Project
PO Box 30022
Asheboro, NC US 27204
emsil:
phone: I (336) 629 4012
· The Reading. PA Skatepark Proiect
Reading, PA US
emaii:
· Skate Berkeley 2000 - As of 8/15/2000, they write: "On August 12, 2000, the temporary skatepark was opened in Martinsburg, West Virginia.
The "Grand Opening" for the park is scheduled for August 26, 2000, and we hope to have the mayor, city council, business leaders and all other
interested parties to attended. We are planning a skating and biking demo as part of the Grand Opening ceremonies. We hope to have our
permanent park built within 2 years and have numerous fundraising events now in the planning stages.
The temporary park is sanctioned by SPA USA. Entry to the park requires, as a minimum the purchase of liability insurance starting at $25 per
year with a $3 per day entry fee. Persons purchasing full memberships in SkateBerkeley 2000 ($50 to $52 depending on age) will receive the
insurance a free entry into the park for one year.
Membership and support for the park is growing and the community appears to be coming together to make this project a success." Dan Roger
Skate Berkeley 2000
Martinsburg, WV US
email:
phone: 1 (304) 267 6710
· Block Island, Rhode Island Skatepark Project
Eddie Stover
Block Island, Rhode Island Skatepark Project
Block Island, RI US
emaii:
· Amzola Extreme Svorts Park Foundation
Cfiris Grogg
Angola Extreme Sports Park Foundation
US
email:
http:l/www.ak-t®park.orglCu~renl_Proj®ctat
Tue~lay, J~numn/30, 2001 s~.org: Current Projecte
Pegs: 4
· Skate Park of Athens (SPOA)
Rick Stanziale
Skate Park of Athens (SPOA)
PO Box 6832
Athens, GA US 30604
emaii:
phone: 1 (706) 338 3304
· Leichhardt, Australia skatepark projects - Here at Leichhardt Council, Sydney, Australia we are working on two skate facilities. One of
these is to be regional level facility located at Leichhardt Park while the other is a local facility at Elkington Park. The new facilities will replace
existing steel ramps that have reached the end of their useful lives.
Bruce Rendall
Leichhardt Municipal Council
7-15 Wetheril St
Leichhardt NSW 2040, AU
email:
phone: 02 9367 9046
· Newton, NH Skatepark project - As of 7/5/2000 they repqrt: "We are currently working on obtaining bids for cement equipment for our small
skateboard park. We hope to have ours up and running in a few months!"
Andrea LeBlanc
Newton, NH Skatepark project
Newton, NH US
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· Enelehart. Ontario Canada Skatepark Project
E~glehart, CA
emaii:
· Ipswich Suffolk UK Skatepark Project
Robbie Wiles
Ipswich Suffolk UK Skatepark Project
Ipswich, UK
emaii:
· National City, CA Skatepark project
Jared Pollard
National City, CA Skatepark project
National City, CA US
emaii:
· Wayne, NE Skatepark Project - Skaters in this town of about 5000 have done over 1000 hours of community service in an effort to get a
skatepark.
George Holm
Wayne, NE Skatepark Project.
Wayne, NE US 68787
phone: 1 (402)375-1327
· Martin, TN Skatepark project - update from 9/19/2000: "Twice before have people gone before the Parks and Rec board, but have not been
successful. Soon we plan to go prepared before the board in hopes they will ok it and we can begin the "groundwork"
Martin, TN Skatepark Project
Martin, TN US
email:
· Greencastle, IN Skatepark Project - This community of 9,000; home to DePauw University, is working to get a skatepark
Amy Stewart
Greencastle, IN Skatepark Project
Greencastle, IN US '
email:
®. Oxford, England Wheels Project
Oxford Wheels Project
Union Street Education Complex
Union Street
Oxford, UK
email:
phone: 01865 791 851
· Raleigh. NC Skatepark Project
Travis Knapp-Prasek
Raleigh, NC Skatepark Project
Raleigh, NC US
email:
· St. Louis, MO Skatepark Project
Michael
St Louis, MO Skatepark Project
St. Louis, MO US
emaii:
· Mullica Township Skatepark Project
Scott Wilcox
http://www.ikatepark.orgiCurrent_Proiect~/
Tuesday. Januat~ 30. 2001
skltel:mrk.o~g: Current Pro~ec~e
Mullica Township Skatepark Project
Muilica Township, NJ US 8217
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· Richboro, PA Skatepark Project - As of 12/18/00, they write: "We are planning a meeting for Jan 11 with our township in Richboro,
Pa.(U.S.A). We are currently gathering info to present to the board, and are researching sites for help."
Maria Solarski
Richboro, PA Skatepark Project
Richboro, PA US
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· Tucson AZ, Skatepark Proiect - On 12/22/00 they wrote: "It has taken almost 2 years to get to the present stage but the end is in sight... The
planned park will be 25000 square feet in size. It will have a competition pool, Hourglass shaped, 10 foot deep with real tile and coping. Also a
kidney and a double capsule pool. For the street riders, a complete course designed by the skaters will reside next to the pools. Ground breaking
is estimated to be 5/2001 and opening in 9/2001. This was no easy task, but it is going to happen. Never give up when the adults say no, find a
sympathetic ear and listen to those who have succeeded."
Chris Stagg .
Tucson AZ, Skatepark Project
Tucson, AZ US
· Cary. NC Skatepark Project
Kyle
Cary, NC Skatepark Project
Cary, NC US
email:
· Richmond, KY Skatepark Project
Christy Frost
Richmond, KY Skatepark Project
Richmond, KY US
emaii:
Cucrent Proiects I Example Docurn~nts I Fund-raiBing I Gettino StartEd I History I Industry Contacts I Insurance and
Liability I Leoislation I Media Coverage I Presentations I ProDaoanda I Ramp Construction I Related Issues I
Skateboard Cultur~ I Statistics I Web Tools
http:l/www.ekltepark.orgiCurrent_Projecte/
~Form an organization..
Nothing gets the attention of
city offici;~ls more than e I~rge
group of its citizens. Include
everyone; skaters, moms ~nd
dads, cops, retailers, city
councilors, anyone who thinks
you h~ve a good cause and
can help to get you a perk.
~Petitions. Have a petition
drawn up ;~nd get as many
signatures ss you can. Present
it to your city and ask them to
build you a skate p~rk.
~Prove there is a need. You
have to make the city realize a
skate park needs to be built.
Once you do this they will
;~llocate the funds to h;~ve the
park built.
~Find and suggest a good
location, Many towns have old
tennis courts that are not in use
that would work great for a
skate park.
~W, Suggest they phase in
new pieces every year. If the
city has little money to spend,
maybe you start with just a Mini
Ramp or a sm~ll street course
until ,you have a full park. Once
they see how populsr a skate
park is and that it works they
will see it your way,.
~l~:Be informed. Give
examples of other ~ities that
have built parks. Be ready to
answer all their questions.
TheyII need proof that a skate
park is a good idea. Know
about insursnce, injury
statistics (the Center for
Disease Control will have this
information), equipment costs.
and how the park should be
operated in your town.
~Be persistent. Don't take
no for an snswer, but keep a
smile on your face and don't
get into an arguing match. The
whole process could take up to
a year or more.
Once the city agrees to build you a park. ask them to
contact TruoRide; because you want a high quality, long
lasting, solid skate park that is true to ride! We will help
to design a park tha! will wor~, within their budget.
TrueRide will build the equipment and deliver and install
the skate park correctly. Insist ,~our; organization, be
involved in deciding which equipment to buy from
TrueRide.
This is your park and you shouid decide what ramps the park will consist of. Very important,
once you have your park, respect the rules of the park.
Having your city build you a park is a privilege and you should appreciate that you have c
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COMMITTED TO BEING THE BEST
Our philosophy is simple' to provide our clients with absolutely the best skate park
facilities available. This means a thre~-pron§ed approach:
t. We must offer the best design services, including consultation, conceptual
design, and engineering/technical specifications.
2. We must provide the highest-quality equipment fabrication, constantly researching
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A DEDICATED TEAM OF DESIGN PROF"$$10 . .I
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Our company began by providing equipment for profossbnal extreme
competitiOns worldwide, such as ESPN's X-Games, 1996 Olympic Games Tri~te to
Extrem~~ Sports, Vans Triple Crown, ASA Pro Tour, NISS, Got Uilk?'~-~:'~y m0'~_r, and
many more. This extensive experience with professional athlotes has ke t us O
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lead~n.._g edge of design concepts. We strive to create the most innovatiVe 'and.. u'~[~ue
course layouts, using fun and challenging equipment, which will be considered"an~set
of the~community by all its residents for years to come. "
What sets us apart from other design firms is that we have created a team that
encompasses architects and engineers, combined .with our vast knowledge of eJ;~eme
sports cours~ and equipment. We:can work with local amhitec{~ to provide ~¢on~ltation
throughout the Pr0j_egt, from conception to completion...
We offer a broad range of consultation and deskjn services, from master P~ning to
a simple-'design. No matter what depth of service we provide, we always make sum to
involve the .c. ommunity in the process. We hold comm unity meeti~s and ser~"~nam for
the purpose.of selecting an appropriate site, resolving concerns of local residents,
including d~ign.wish~ of potential park users, assessing the ability leviS'and sports to
which the park Wil!~.cater, and making sure that everyone feels a sense':.~){ pride and
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ownership in the Pr6j~/ct. Community workshops are especially ~mpOrtant for kids: they
am able to channel th'eir enthusiasm and creativity into the park ~nd see a tangible
result, gMng them a positive lfoeiing, for the civic p~ocess;
Please call us for more infoi:mati6n ::~lsdut' hb~"~:Can tailor our consultation and
design services to best meet your needs. Many of our services are offered, at no clmrge
with the purchase of our skate park equipment. Our design department can discuss the
services available and the fees associated with them.
Soohn Ranch. Inc.. 15131 Clark Ave.. Unit B. Ciw of Industrv. CA 91745. Ph. 626-330-5803. Fx. 626-330-5503. c-mail: sc~hn.ranch@~te, net
BUILDING QUALITY
We have an extensive construction background, which includes experience in all
media--wood, concrete, plastic, steel, and composites. We pride ourselves in the quality
of our construction; we employ journeyman carpenters, welders, and fabricators, and hold
them to a rigorous quality-control standard. The fit and finish of our equipment is vastly
superior to that of our competition, guaranteed. :
Why should you work with Spohn Ranch to build your skate park? We have more
extreme sports experience than any other skate park designer-builder. Spohn Ranch has
shaped the competitive landscape of skateboarding, BMX, and inline skating through the
design and construction of professional courses for ESPN's X-Games and countless other
high caliber events. We have over 20 years o,,f, construction experience
We are proud of the quality of our equ~pment'an.d,.....o, ffer a product warranty superior
to any in the industry. Sp...ohn iS,~nch is a..fully insured, li~'Ji'~'ed.contractor and can
provide bonding for projiScts of any size. Whatever the. scope ~¥=You.r skate park project,
you can rest assured that Spohn Ranch is the best choice for impecCable service and
professionally.engineered, long-lasting, high-performance equipment.
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· Our construction qualifications are as follows: '
· 2...0+ years.skate equipment design and construction experience
· 2i~+ years general design and constmCti'~n exPe'ri~nce - ..... .:-.-' '- '.
· a'-Califomia Licensed General Contrac~'0rs-:(761475) "· '~:'''~':: ..... ' ..... :; '
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· .Extensive experience with constructing portable equipment
· ,alii Equipment Structurally Engineered (Calculations provided upon request)
For r~O[,e information about our construction services, or to receive 9~¢ustom quote,
please call our fabrication department. We can assist you with determining the best
route for your":~k,ate park construction project, and how to maximize...yo~r budget to
achieve the grea~%'st._results possible.
Suohn Ranch. Inc.. 15131 Clark Ave.. Unit B. City of Industry. CA 91745. Ph. 626-330-5803. Fx. 626-330-5503. e-mail: sc~hn.ranch@~te, net
MATERIALS TECHNOLOGY
The majority of parks we construct are outdoor, and subject to intense
weather and environmental degradation. To further our end of always
providing the best product to our clients, we instituted a materials research
program to work on improving the life span of outdoor skate park
equipment. To execute special events, we had always used modular,
portable, steel-framed equipment that could expediently set up and break
down, and travel between venues. We decided to use this concept of
durable, long-lasting equipment to develop a line of outdoor skate park
structures. --.
The Platinum Pro.. e is the.
solving typical p.r._o.§'lems for our'i
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A~e.bikeS~'uslng damage to your skate park? Platinum Pro
fea~~es~3mtectige~ .~ metal edging everywhere, including behin
mp~n~Whem most damage occurs. Additionally, all parts
replacea_ble. '-.:.
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For up-to-date inform '" research, or to receive
materials samples, please call our fabrication department. We can also
provide you with detailed engineering and construction specifications and
a copy of our product warranty.
Soohn Ranch. Inc. 15131 Clark Ave.. Unit B. City of Industry. CA 91745. Ph. 626-330-5803. Fx. 626-330-5503. e-mail: sooim.ranch~ete, net
OPERATING SAFE AND FUN FACILITIES
We find that many of our clients feel more comfortable with a supervised facility than an
unsupervised one. However, current legislation specifies that in order to avoid liability, they
cannot operate or continuously supervise a park. We offer a solution t~ this problem: we create a
public-private partnership with the city and operate the park as a concessionaire. This puts the
liability burden on Spohn Ranch as the operator, and relieves the city of staffing costs.
The facility becomes pay-per-use (a nominal fee for membem), and we set up a pro shop to
provide wheels, decks, safety gear, and supplies to the kids. The entrance and membership fees
go toward the cost of providing the liability and accident insurance, removing the burden of liability
and staffing from the city. An operated skate park is a win-win-win situation---for the city, for the
kids, and for the parents.
SAFETY FIRST
Controlled access limits:th'e number of
loitering. ~ . ;~.
Controlled us.~-~iminates'~-~' - the risk. 0f'~_r~iffitian~gandalism..~
truancy or p~j~r negative activit,~e~"'~'~i_~'~'b~~S :i '~
· Use of sa_f~ty gear ~s enforced, m~n~m~z~ng' unes~
· Injuries~ill happen. It is far bette~!{(~.'"~i~
than o supervision at ali. ',~.~..
FINANC BENEFITS
· !~/enues are generated through
amessories,, and products, corporate sponsorshi~i''~''
· I~venues are used for park supervision, youth prog
aintenance.
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unsafe activities, and
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debt is offset, as Spohn Ranch returns a portion of the o
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the kids.
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When. they, are injured.
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Special such..as televised competitions, can be brought to the. park lo generate
tourism mv~nu, the city and.allow kids to in~ract flint-hand pros they admire.
A supervised env~mn._m~ent assistS"beginners with learning m ckly and integrating into
the skate park with more'-~¥.anced uSem~ It helps ~f~ty skills to all usem.
For more information about how the public-private partnership works, please call our operations
department.
Suohn Ranch. Inc. 15131 Clark Ave.. Unit B. City of Industry. CA 91745. Ph. 626-330-5803. Fx. 626-330-5503. e-mail: stax're.ranch@itc, net
DESIGN
PACKAGES AND PRICING
Enclosed are some sample designs and prices for various size skate
parks. Also included are bonstruction specifications and equipment
features.
Pricing is for Platinum Pro Line.
please call for pricing.
For other equipment lines,
Prices are turn-key: equipment, shipping, and installation.
Design packages are representative samples only. We can build
any obstade, and an endless number of configurations.
We can perform designs for phased park construction.
Custom conceptual design is offered at no charge.
Shipping and
location.
installation charges will vary depending upon
Prices published are effective as of 10/1/00.
Prices are subject to change without notice.
Prices vary depending upon complexity of design.
Prices range from $11.00 to $12.50 per square foot of skate park
area (compared to' $6.00 to $10.00 for wood equipment and
$2fi.00 to $40.00 for concrete).
Other variables will
affect project cost;
please call for an exact quote.
Soohn Ranch. Inc.. 15131 Clark Ave.. Unit B. Citv of Industrv. CA 91745. Ph. 626-330-5803. Fx. 626-330-5503. e-mail: sr~ohn.ranch@gte, net
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1. Support frames: The base components to our skate system are these frames. They come in various heights and widths and are very similar to
scaffolding used in the construction industry. These frames are constructed from 1.5" schedule 10 pipe (ASTM Grade A-53) and are very durable.
2. Diagonal cross bracing: These braces add diagonal, or shear, strength to our skate structures. These braces come in various lengths and
attach to the support frames with threaded lugs. These braces also maintain the appropriate spacing needed between frames.
3. Adjustable base plates: Heaw-duty adjustable base plates give our equipment the ability to be set up on uneven ground. This adjustability is
especialy useful when installing large banks of equipment; it allows for a more precise, higher caliber installation. These base plates can be substituted
with casters, making the equipment portable when neeaed.
4. Equipment anchors: Concrete anchors are used to bolt the equipment to the ground. This attachment is key and provides the required
seismic and shear strength. This anchoring also creates stronger, quieter equipment. We offer either standard protruding anchors, or flush-mounted
anchors for use in situations where equipment must be removable.
5. Deck: The deck sits atop the support frames and completes the base structure. From this point, all other components or accessories attach to
or hang from the deck. All decks use a standard ledger system that allow the integration of any type of transition or wedge component. Decks are
constructed from 1" x 2' x .083 square steel tubing (ASTM A-513).
6. Coping: The coping is an exposed section of round pipe which protrudes above the skating surface, and is used by skaters for a variety of
reasons. First, it is used as a perch; second as an area to slide across; and third, as a bump that pops skateboards away from the ramp. The coping is
an important feature; its protrusion must be precise & consistant.
7. Transition: The transition is a curved ramp component that descends from the deck and feathers smoothly onto the ground. A similar
· ~component, while straight instead of curved, is a wedge. Both components are heaw-use areas, so vertically-oriented structural members provide
?ecessary strength. Transitions are built with 1.5" x 1.5' x .083 tubing.
8. Approach plates: The approach plate spans the area between the ramp and the ground. This is also a heaw use area and needs to be
durable. Approach plates are fabricated from 1/4' thick steel sheets, and sit directly on top of the ramp sub-surface. Torx self- threading fasteners are
used to attach the approacll plate to the steel frame below.
9. Handrails: The handrails are important safety components. A standard item, the handrails are 42" tall and come in various lengths according
to intended use. Handrails are also constructed from 1.5' x 1.5' x .083 square steel tubing.
Spohn Ranch, Inc., 15131 ClarkAve., Unit B, City of Industry, CA 91745, Ph. 626-330-5803, Fx. 626-330-5503, e-mail: aslx~nOidt.net, spohnranc~.com, All rights resen/ed. {3 2000
HOW TO WRITE YOUR SKATE PARK EQUIPMENT RFP
Soohn Ranch, Inc.
ENGINEERING SPECIFICATIONS:
Load Calculations:. Live load:
W~.nd Load Minimum:
~' ~narnic Load:
Seismic Load Minimum:
Sliding Resistance:
Steel Strength:
Joists:
Angles:
Pipes:
CQNSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS:
Structures:
60 psf
7.2 psf- 70 mph
75 psf
Zone 3
38.4 lbs./sf of ramp surface
46 ksi
36 ksi
35 ksi
All structures shall be hot-dip galvanized steel tubing, ASTM Grade A-513, Minimum
Gauge .083.
· Decks: 2" x 2" Perimeter with 1" x 2" Joists, 12" O.C.
· Transitions: Minimum 1.5" x 1.5" Vertical Ribs, 12" O.C.
· Wedges: Minimum 1" x 2" Vertical Ribs, 12" O.C.
· Scaffold: Min. 1.25" Sch 10 Pipe (ASTM Grade A-53); 5"x 5" Base Plates
Various: Angle Steel (ASTM Grade A-36)
Plate Steel (ASTM Grade A-516)
Pipe (ASTM Grade A-53)
All equipment must be positively fastened to the slab with a minimum of one wedge
anchor per support foot, and one per every 4' at the front edge.
Substrate:
· All substrate material shall be 3/4" thick 100% polyethylene.
All decks, banks, transitions, and walls must have a minimum of 3/4" substrate and 1/4" skating
surface.
· All seams in substrate must fall on framing members.
Surface:
· All skate surfaces shall be 1/4" thick Skatelite or Skatelite Pro.
· All decks must have 1/4" Skatelite or Skatehte Pro surfacing.
· All skate surfaces shall have a minimum expansion gap of 1/8" and maximum of 3/16".
· As per manufacturer's specification, all Skatehte and Skatelite Pro surfaces shall be bordered by
1/4" x 1 1/2" galvanized steel.
· All screws shah be counter-sunk.
Fasteners:
· Screw spacing shall be a minimum of 12" square centers for the fields of all surfaces.
· Screw spacing shah be a minimum of 6" square centers for the edges of all surfaces.
· All fasteners must be a minimum of 1/4-20, heat-treated, zinc-coated Torx-head screws.
· All fasteners must connect to steel framing.
Finish:.
· All exposed edges shall be galvanized steel.
· All materials used must be weatherproof, including UV resistance.
· Coping reveals shall not vary more than 1/8' over the span of a piece of equipment.
· All radii shall not vary more than 1/4" from stated dimension.
· There shall be a 3" galvanized steel plate behind all coping.
· All equipment shall have a 1/4" galvanized steel approach plate.
· All approach plates shah be 1/4" thick galvanized steel plate, fastened directly to steel framing
with Torx-head screws.
· All ramps must have return hand rafts where applicable.
Spohn Ranch, Inc.
15131 Clark Avenue, City of Industry, CA. 91745
626-330-5803 phone/626-330-5503 fax/e-maih asoohn@idt.ner] www.spohnranch.com
5,000 SQUARE FOOT PACKAGE
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Item # Item
1-2 Grind Rafts
3 4' Wedge
4 3' Quarter Pipe
5 4' Wedge
6 2' Fun Box
7 2' Fun Box
8 2'6" Fun Box
9-10 4' Hip
11-12 Grind Rails
Total Equipment Costs
Shipping and Installation
Grand Total COsts
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,050.00
3,204.98
3,018.42
3,204.98
6,436.38
6,011.67
5,768.30
7,004.53
1~050.00
36,749.27
19~950.00
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,050.00
3,436.84
3,264.74
3,436.84
6,753.96
6,235.98
6,208.28
7,430.26
1~050.00
38,866.91
19~950.00
$ 56,699.27 $ 58,816.91
10,000 SQUARE FOOT PACKAGE
Item # Item
1
2-3
4-5
6-7
8
9-11
12-13
14
15-16
17
18-19
20
21
22
4' Quarter Pipe
4' Hip
3' Quarter Pipe
4' Hip
4' Wedge
Grind Rails
2' Fun Box
1' Manual Pad
3' Fun Box
4' Wedge
4' Hip
5' Wedge
3'6" Quarter Pipe
5' Wedge
Total Equipment Costs
Shipping and Installation
Skatelite
3,584.92
7,004.53
6,423.92
6,092.11
3,029.05
1,575.00
12,533.01
5,942.08
12,810.32
3,204.98
7,004.53
3,23O.34
3,605.24
3,230.34
$ 79,270.35
$ 30,975.00
Skatelite Pro
3,801.60
7,430.26
6,857.29
6,485.89
3,260.90
1,575.00
13,285.16
6,378.28
13,748.51
3,436.84
7,430.26
3,473.39
3,871.51
3~473.39
84,508.27
30;975.00
Grand Total Costs $ 110,245.35 $ 115,483.27
12,1 50 SQUARE FOOT PACKAGE
Item # Item
1 5' Quarter Pipe
2 4' Quarter Pipe
3-4 4' Radiused Hip
5-6 3' Quarter Pipe
7-8 3' Quarter Pipe
9-10 4' Radiused Hip
11 4' Wedge
12 Raked Wedge
13 4' Wedge
14 Launch Box
15-16 2' Fun Box
17-19 Grind Rails
20 Manual Box
21-22 3' Fun Box
23-24 5' Ledge Box
25-26 4' Radiused Hip
2 7 5' Wedge
28 42" Quarter Pipe
29 5' Wedge
Total Equipment Costs
S.hiooing and. Installation
Skatelite Skatelite Pro
$ 3,855.39 $ 4,012.90
$ 3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
$ 6,192.12 $ 6,570.74
$ 6,423.92 $ 6,857.29
$ 6,423.92 $ 6,857.29
$ 6,092.11 $ 6,485.89
$ 3,029.05 $ 3,260.90
$ 6,460.67 $ 6,615.98
$ 3,230.34 $ 3,307.99
$ 5,526.94 $ 5,825.45
$ 12,533.01 $ 13,285.16
$ 1,575.00 $ 1,575.00
$ 5,942.08 $ 6,378.28
$ 12,810.32 $ 13,748.51
$ 8,686.77 $ 9,125.84
$ 7,004.53 $ 7,430.26
$ 3,230.34 $ 3,473.39
$ 3,605.24 $ 3,871.51
$ 3~230.34 $ 3~473.39
$109,396.73 $ 115,889.15
.$ 35,437.50 i~ 35,437.50
(]rand Total Costs $144,834.23 $ 151,326.65
15,000 SQUARE FOOT PACKAGE
Item # Item
1-2 3' Radiused Hip
3 3' Fun Box
4-5 6' Wall Ride
6-7 6' Spine
8-9 6' Quarl~r Pipe
10-11 6' Spine
12-15 6' Quarter Pipe
16 4' Quarter Pipe
17 6' Quarter Pipe
18 Raked Quarter Pipe
19-20 4' Quarter Pipe
21 30" Fun Box
22 2' Fun Box
23 2' Fun Box
24 2' Fun Box
25 2' Fun Box
26 3' Combination
27 1' Fun Box
28-31 Grind Rails
3 2 2' Fun Box
33-34 4' Wedge Hip
35 3' Quarter Pipe
36 . 4' Wedge
Total Equipment Costs
Shiooing and Installation
Skatelite Skatelite Pro
$ 7,066.64 $ 7,617.65
$ 12,810.32 $ 13,748.51
$ 5,204.77 $ 5,567.02
$ 8,203.36 $ . 8,807.11
$ 6,962.81 $ 7,439.29
$ 8,203.36 $ 8,807.1!
$ 13,200.61 $ 14,153.57
$ 3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
$ 3,807.94 $ 4,046.18
$ 7,615.88 $ 8,092.35
$ 6,468.77 $ . 6,846.21
$ 7,135.45 $ 7,613.24
$ 6,011.67 $ 6,235.98
$ 5,763.92 $ 6,189.80
$ 5,015.36 $ 5,272.33
$ 5,015.36 $ 5,272.33
$ 4,200.00 $ 4,410.00
$ 6,319.77 $ 6,699.79
$ 2,100.00 $ 2,100.00
$ 4,381.82 $ 4,733.30
$ 6,629.08 $ 7,092.79
$ 3,018.42 $ 3,264.74
$ 3~204.98 .,$ 3~436.84
141,884.94 $ 151,179.50
45~150.00 $ 45~150.00
Grand Total Costs $187,034.94 $ 196,329.50
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Item # Item
! 6' Quarter Pipe
2 Raked Quarter Pipe
3 4' Quarter Pipe
4-5 4' Radiused Hip
6 4' Quarter Pipe
7 4' Quarter Pipe
$-9 4' Radiused Hip
10 4' Wedge
11 6' Raked Wedge
12 6' Raked Wedge
13 4' Wedge
14 Special Quarter
15 4' Quarter Pipe
16-17 3' Wedge Hip
18 Jump Box
19 Sub Box
20 4' Spine
21 4' Spine
22 2' Fun Box
23 3' Fun Box
24 30" Fun Box
25 2' Fun Box
26 1' Manual Box
27-30 Grind Rafts
31 6' Start Box
32-33 6' Qtiarter Pipe
34-35 54" Hip
36-38 6' Quarter Pipe
39-41 6' Quarter Pipe
42-43 3' Wedge Hip
44 4' Ledge Box
45 4' Ledge Box
46 4' Ledge Box
4 7 3' Quarter Pipe
48 4' Ledge Box
49.50 3' Combination Hip
51-52 3' Combination Hip
Total Equipment Costs
Shiooine and Installation
Grand Total Costs
3,807.94 $ .. 4,046.18
7,615.88 $ 8,092.35
3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
6,092.11 $ 6,485.89
3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
6,092.11 $ 6,485.89
3,029.05 $ 3,260.90
6,058.10 $ 6,521.80
6,058.10 $ 6,521.80
3,029.05 $ 3,260.90
3,675.00 $ 3,885.00
3,544.66 $ 3,733.38
6,370.70 $ 7,136.28
6,391.47 $ 6,838.26
6,892.24 $ 7,316.22
5,745.23 $ 6,086.48
3,927.80 $ 4,176.93
5,701.68 $ 5,913.36
5,617.27 $ 6,057.91
7,166.25 $ 7,677.26
7,138.36 $ 7,416.19
4,502.13 $ 4,636.46
2,100.00 $ 2,100.00
9,707.59 $ 10,350.91
7,422.92 $ 7,929.59
6,017.70 $ 6,426.65
10,013.68 $ 10,728.40
10,013.68 $ 10,728.40
4,086.18 $ 4,330.69
4,005.29 $ 4,269.47
4,234.77 $ 4,526.54
4,234.77 $ 4,526.54
3,744.31 $ 3,992.60
4,005.29 $ 4,269.47
6,000.39 $ 6,419.62
6~966.62 $ 7,415.16
201,642.32 $ 214,763.65
49,875.00 $ 49,875.00
$ 251,517.32 $ 264,638.65
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CITY OF KENAI
KENAI PARKS & RECREATION
227 CAVIAR ST. KENAI, ALASKA 99611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-3855 / 907-283-7926
FAX 907-283-4675
K~2qAI
MEMORANDUM
TO:
FROM:
Kichard A. Ross, City Manager
Robert J. Frates, Parks & Recreation Directo~
Jack LaShot, Public Works Manager
DATE:
January 18, 2001
Refrigeration Alternatives and Considerations
The most critical aspect of a project such as this is the conceptual planning stage. This
type of planning is imperative in order to achieve the most cost effective and long-term
facility possible, while at the same time serving ,the broad recreation needs of the
community. The ultimate question that begs to be answered involves knowing what the
long term function of the facility is projected to be.
This report will outline some basic refrigeration options along with relative cost
estimates. Also included are some important considerations that should be taken into
account while different alternatives are examined. The following areas were researched:
Am
Refrigeration systems.
Rink floor- asphalt, sand-base, concrete surfaces, and dasherboards.
Operating costs.
A. RE.GEt.ON SYSTEMS
There are two types of systems used to extract heat from ice: industrial and commercial.
Iadustrial systems include high-grade equipment (pump, chiller, compressor,
condenser), and are typically installed fOr permanency, have much higher construction
costs and include both direct and indirect refrigeration systems. Industrial systems have a
lifespan of approximately 30 or more years and are typically installed in conjunction with
a concrete floor, thus, achieving a multi-purpose rink floor that can be exploited during
the off' season.
Commercial systems on the other hand, include refrigeration equipmem (chiller,
compressor, brine pump, and condenser) that is less expensive and usually incorporates a
portable matt system to extract l~eat from ice. The portable matt is temporary in nature
and is typically installed in a sand-based surface or can rest on a concrete slab. Thi~
system has an estimated lifcspan of 10-15 years and is less efficient'to operate. Storage
for the matting is a major consideration and it is labor intensive to set-up and tak~-down
each season (3 day~ work for staff of 10).
Direct vs Indirect: Direct refrigeration employs one (1) primary liquid refrigerant
called R-22 (dichlorodifluouromethane) which is a type of fi'eon that absorbs heat from
th~ ice by directly traversing approximately 10 mile~ of pip~. Indirect refrigeration
uses two (2) types of refrigerants, including a primary liquid (R-22 Or 1t.717 ammonia)
and a secondary liquid (calcium chloride, glycol, or other), called a bdne. In this system,.
the secondary brine is cooled by the primary in a heat exchanger and circulated back
through pipes evenly spaced below the ice.
Indirect systems have become the most preferred choice today due to the fact that the
ha2ardous refi'igerants (R-22 or R717) are comained in a mechanical room and not
'flowing through 10 mile~ of pipe. Direct systems, on th~ other hand, employ R-22
through nearly ten mile~ of pip~ beneath the ice, thu~, making leak potential great,r,
detection more difficult and repair~ costly. For the~e re~ons, a direct system is not
included in thi~ report.
The Central Peninsula Sports Center convened over to an indirect system approximately
eleven years ago. Furthermore, the following facilities throughout Alaska also employ
indirect systems: Ft. Wainwright, McGlinchie, Dempsey 2, BenBoeke, O'malley Ice
Rink, Bonnie Cusack.
B. RINK FOOR AND DASI:tE~OA~.S.
Two options are available: concrete and sand-base. Asphalt is not a recommended
surface due to it's low heat transfer qualities. An industrial refrigeration system typically
involves a concrete surface, whereas, the tubing throughout the rink is protected beneath
a slab of concrete. Concrete offers the advantage of a fiat surface, thus, making it easy to
install and maintain ice. Due to the consistent end-to-end ice thickness of approximately
an inch and a quarter over a concrete slab, it becomes possible to operate much more
efficiently. A concrete slab also protects the nearly l0 miles of pipe. Lastly, concrete
provides a multi-use floor for other activities needing a hard surface, i.e., basketball,
skateboarding/bike riding, in-line hockey, etc.
A sand-base medium is often chosen in order to reduce the initial construction cost. A
permanent piping system may be installed and buffed beneath the sand, or a portable matt
ca~e, the sa~d surface m~¥ not be
system can be placed on top of the sand. In either has to be built to accommodate the
consistent from end-to-end, and thus, the ice surface
highest point, making installation and maintenance more d~fficult. Permanent piping
would exclude other uses since protection for the pipes would not exist. A portable matt
system, on the other hand, may be rolled up and stored out of the way thus aJlowing other
uses during the off-season. In this scenario, off-season use of the facility would 0nly be
restricted, rather than excluded.
Moreover, if concrete is a consideration, this would be an appropriate time to discuss
· exastin dasherboards would mostly likely have to be replaced at~.this
daSherboards. Th ' g movable boards and posts, thus
stage. New installation could include base plates and re
allowing the option to remove panels for special activities.
C. OPERATING COSTS:
Current[y, the 12 month high for heating and electricity at the multi-purpose facility is
$213.93 and $1,546.40 respectfully. Water costs are currently $40.00 per month. One
would reason that ii' a mechanical room was added heat costs would go up accordingly.
Furthermore, a dependable refrigeration system coupled with a marketable program
would contribute to a longer season and increased use, and thus account for higher
electrical and maintenance cost. However, user fees could offset the additional expense.
Furthermore, the refrigeration unit would only be used during ice installation and
throughout warming spells, otherwise the natural temperature would be used to maintain
ice. The Central Peninsula Sports Center spends approximately $9,000 to $10,000 per
month for utilities; however, much of this cost is directly related to heating a large facility
and continu°us operation of the refrigeration unit.
MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
COST ESTIMATE
Commercial System (labor included)
Indirect Refrigeration Equipment
Porta-matt
Mechanical Room- Temporary
Electrical
A/E Fees & Contingency
Total (Sand.Based)
Concrete Slab- 4" entire building
Total (Concrete)
$180,000
65,000
50,000
30,0o0
$325,000
,,8o,ooo
$100,000
$405,000
$505,000
Industrial System (labor included)
Indirect Refrigeration System
Mechanical
Electrical
6'Concrete Slab with Piping, Insulation, Vapor
Bamer, etc.
AJE Fees & Contingency Total
Additional Elements - either system
New Dasher Boards
Additional Storage Building
Restmoms
A.C. Parking - (see estimate)
$250,000
100,000
40,000
250,000
640,000
$160,000
$ 8O,OOO
50,000
70,000
.9O,0OO
$800:000
$290,000
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF KENAI
,,
210 FIOALGO AVE.. SUITE 200 KENAi. ALASKA 09611-7794
TELEPHONE 907-283-7535
FAX $0T-263-3014 ~
TO:
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Rick Ross, City Manager
Jack La Shot, Public Works Manager~~,/~
Apdt 26, 2000
Paving Costs - Challenger & Multi-Purpose Facilities
I had wince, Corthetl, Bryson prepare a rough estimate to do the paving at the
referenced facilities. The attachect drawing sl~ows the area dividecl into possible
areas to pave baSed on which entity would pay the costs and best use of the
paving. The actual costs will vary, especially if we choose to do less than the
entire project. I based the percentages on the entire project.
Area 1
Ama 5
Challenger Parking
Service Entrance
24% $30,627
7% 8,933
Total Challenger $39,560
Area 2 MPF Parking 28% $ 35,731
Area 3 MPF Parking 31% 39,559
Ama 4 Aox:ess Roact 10% ~.J 2,761
Total City $ 88,051
Grand Total $127,611
Possible future additions to both facilities will affect Areas No. 3 and No. 5.
Areas No. 1,2, & 4 would seem to benefit both parties the most with the least
loss when future additions are done.
JL/jet
Attachment
COST ESTIMATE
For
CHALLENGER & MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY
SITE PAVING
ITEM, QUANTITY UNIT COST
A--'~~alt Pavement 8645 SY- ~10.00/SY-
Leveling Course 8813 SY 2.00/SY
Excavation 528 CY 10.00/CY
Adjust Man~ote 1 Ea 250.00/Ea
Adjust Valve Box 2 Ea 250.00/Ea
Construction Total
Contingency (5%)
Design
Inspection
Total
COST
sa oo
.17,626.00
5,280.00
250.00
_ 500.00
$110,106.00
5,505.00
2,000.00
10,000.00
$127,611.00
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MULTI-PURPOSE FACILITY
REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
COST ESTIMATE
Commercial System (labor included)
Indirect Refrigeration Equipment
Porta-matt
Mechanical Room- Temporary
Electrical
NE Fees & Contingency
Total (Sand-Based)
Concrete Slab- 4" entire building
Total (Concrete)
Industrial System (labor included)
Indirect Refrigeration System
Mechanical
Electrical
6'Concrete Slab with Piping, Insulation, Vapor
Bamer, etc.
NE Fees & Contingency
Total
Additional Elements - either .system
New Dasher Boar(Is
Additional Storage Building
Restrooms
A.C. Parking - (see estimate)
$180,000
65,000
50,000
30~000
$325,00~
_ 80,000
$100,000
$250,000
100,000
40,0OO
~250,000
640,000
16o,oo_Qo
80,000
50,000
70,000
90,000
$405,000
$505,000
$800,000
$290,000
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF KENAI
210 FIDALGO AVE.. SUITE 200 KENAI. ALASKA gcJ611.7"/94
TELEPHONE 907-282-7535
FA]{ 907-2834014 ~
TO'
FROM:
DATE:
SUBJECT:
Rick Ross, City Manager
Jack La Shot, Public Works Uanager/~~
Apdl 26.2000
Paving Costs- Challenger & Multi-Purpose Facilities
I had Wince, Corthell, Bryson prepare a rough estimate to do the paving at the
referenced facilities. The attached drawing shows the area divided into possible
areas to pave based on which entity would pay the costs and best use of the
paving. The actual costs will varg, especially if we choose to do less than the
entire project. I based the percentages on the entire project.
Area 1
Ama 5
Challenger Parking
Service Entrance
24% $30,627
7% 8,933
Total Challenger $39,560
Area 2 MPF Parking 28% $ 35,731
Area 3 MPF Parking 31% 39,559
Area 4 Access Roa0 10% 12,761
Total City $ 88,051
Grand Total $127,611
Possible future additions to both facilities will affect Areas No. 3 and No. 5.
Areas No. 1,2, & 4 would seem to benefit both parties the most with the least
loss when future additions are done.
JL/jet
Attachment
COST ESTIMATE
For
CHALLENGER & MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY
SITE PAVING
ITEM
A---'~-a tt Pavement
Leveling Course
Excavation
Adjust Manttole
Adjust Valve Box
Construction Total
Contingency (5%)
Design
Inspection
Total
QUANTITY UNIT COST
8S45 SY- , '$10.00/SY-
8813 SY 2.00/SY
528 CY 10.00ICY
1 Ea 250.00lEa
2 Ea 250.00lEa
COST
· .. sa oo
.17,626,00
5,280.00
~250.00
500.00
$110,106.00
5,505.00
2,000.00
10,000.00
$127,611.00.
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AGENDA
KEN~ CITY COUNCI%- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 7, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
htt: www:.C!....k, enai. ak. u s
ITEM A.'_ CALL TO ORDEI~
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-
controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
ITEM B:
ITEM C:
# ( 10 min~u tes)
1. Resolution No. 2001-6 -- Transferring $5,000 in the Wellhouse No. 4
Capita/Project Fund for a Ground Water Exploration Study.
2. Resolution No. 2001-7 -- Awarding the Bid to Norris & Sons
Contractors for Street Maintenance Sand for the Total Amount of
$20,790.
.
,,
.
.
Resolution No. 2001-8 -- Transferring $6,928 from General Fund
Contingency to Beautification for Flowers and Part-Time Personnel.
R~solutton No. 2001-9 -- Awarding the Bid to Decor Industries, Inc. for
Automated Flight Service Station Carpet Replacement -2001 for the Total
Amount of $14,987.
Resolution No. _2001-10 -- Supporting the Efforts of Randy ChalaWsky
in Developing a z"'eature-Length Documentary Film Marking a Composite
and Objective Story of the Kenai Peninsula's Past, Present, and Future.
*Liquor License Renewals
a. Don Jose's Restaurant & Cantina-- Beverage Dispensary
b. Kenai Joe's-- Beverage Dispensary
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ITEM D_:
.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Council on Agin$
Airport Commission
Harbor Commission
Library Commission
Parks & Recreation Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission
Miscellaneous Commissions and'committees
a. Beautification Committee
b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
ITEM E_'.
.
ITEM F'
ITEM
1.
ITEM H_i:
3~
o
.
Notes of January 15,2001 Work Session.
Notes of January 17,2001 Work Session.
*Regular Meeting of January 17,2001.
CORRESPONDENCE
BuS NES--s
Discussion -- Code Amendment to Prohibit the Operation of Motor
Vehicles on the Vegetated Areas of a Port/on of the South Shore of the
Kenai River and Cook Inlet.
N~.W BUSINF~S
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
*Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current Sign Code, KMC
14.20.220 and Replacing it with a New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220.
*O~dinance No. 1894-2001 -- Amending KMC 14.20.105(i) (Townsite
Historic (TSH) Zoning District) to Reflect a Change in the Numbering of
the New Sign Code KMC 14.20.220 Which is Referenced in KMC
14.20.105(i).
,Ordinance No. 1895-2001 -- Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Restrictions be Released From City-Owned
Land Described as the FAA Football Field (Portion of Borough Parcel No.
047-058-07) and that the Restrictions be Converted to Replacement
Property Described as a Tract on the Kenai River Including a Portion of
Birch Island (Borough Parcel NO. 049-110-09) After the Property is
Transferred to the State of Alaska.
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ITeM I:
ADMINIST~TION REPORTS
1. Mayor
2. City Manager
3. Attorney
4. City Clerk
5. Finance Director
6. Public Works Managers
7. Airport Manager
ITEM J:
DISCUSSION
1. Citizens (five minutes)
2. Council
EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled
ITEM K:
ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA
KENAI CITY COUNCIL- REGULAR MEETING
FEBRUARY 21,2001
7:00 P.M.
IQ~NAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBEI~
httl~://www, ci.kensJ.ek.us,
ITEM A: CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
4. Consent Agenda
*All items listed with an asterisk (*) are considered to be routine and non-
controversial by the council and will be approved by one motion. There will be no
separate discussion of these items unless a council member so requests, in which case
the item will be removed from the consent agenda and considered in its normal
sequence on the agenda as part of the General Orders.
ITEM B:
ITEM C:
,
SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (10 minutes)
PUBLIC HEARINGS
_
Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealin§ the Current Sign Code, KMC
14.20.220 and Replacing it with a New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220.
b,
Substitute Ordinance No. 1893-2001 -- Repealing the Current
$i~n Code, KMC 14.20.220 and Replacin§ it with a New Si~n
Code, KMC 14.20.220 [includes amendment proposed by Plannm§
& Zonin§ Comlmssion at KMC 14.20.220(a){11)].
Consideration of ordinance.
Ordinance No. 1894-2001 -- Amending KMC 14.20.105(i) (Townsite
Historic (TSH) Zoning District) to Reflect a Change in the Numbering of
the New Sign Code, KMC 14.20.220 Which is Referenced in KMC
14.20.105(i).
Ordinance No. 1895-2001 -- Requesting that Land, Water and
Conservation Fund (LWCF) Restrictions be Released From City-Owned
Land Described as the F.A.A. Football Field (Portion of Borough Parcel
No. 047-058-07) and That the Restrictions be Converted to Replacement
Property Described as a Tract on the Kenai River Including a Portion of
Birch Island (Borough Parcel No. 049-110-09) After the Property is
Transferred to the State of Alaska.
No. 1 1 -- Increasim~s~ated--
~~~_ppro~~~y $17~,0~~Airp~r~~~p-~
Floor C~ mg l<epiacement and Seating.
Carpeting an .
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,
Resolution No. 2001-11 -- Transferring $6,000 in the Legislative Budget
to the City Clerk Budget to Continue In-House Record
Management/Document Imaging Efforts.
.
*Liquor License Renewal-- Elks Lodge #2425 - Club License
ITEM D-
COMMISSION/COMMITTEE REPORTS
ii
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
Council on Aging
Airport Commission
Harbor Commission
Library Commission
Parks & Recreation Commission
Planning & Zoning Commission
Miscellaneous Commissions and Committees
a. Beautification Committee
b. Kenai Convention & Visitors Bureau Board
c. Alaska Municipal League Report
ITEM E:
MINUT~
.
*Regular Meeting of February 7, 2001.
ITEM F:
CORRESPONDENCE
ITEM G:
OLD BUSINESS
ITEM H:
BUSINESS
e
Bills to be Paid, Bills to be Ratified
Purchase Orders Exceeding $2,500
*Ordinance No. 1896-2001-- Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations by $10,480 for Revenue Sharing Pass-Through Grants.
.
*Ordinance No. 1897-2001 -- Increasing General Fund Estimated
Revenues and Appropriations by $14,040 for a Memorial Park Sidewalk
Extensions.
.
*Ordinance No. 1898-2001 -- Amending the Development Requirements
Table by Adding a Requirement for Setbacks to be Measured From the
Right-of-Way or Access Easement.
Discussion -- Schedule Board of Adjustment Heanng/Appealing the
Deciaion of the Planning & Zoning Commission on PZ01-02, PZ01-03,
PZ01-04, and PZ01-05, Relating to Conditional Use Permits Applications
~~"~~~Submitted by Michael Kent, d/b/a Alaska Lodge/James Krein, Applicant
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Discussion -- Set Budget Work Session Dates
Discussion -- Set Volunteer Appreciation Reception Date
ADMINISTRATION REPORT8
1. Mayor
2. City Manager
3. Attorney
4. City Clerk
5. Finance Director
6. Public Works Managers
7. Airport Manager
ITEM J:
DISCUSSION
1. Citizens (five minutes)
2. Council
EXECUTIVE SESSION- None Scheduled
ITEM K: ADJOURNMENT
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KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTE~
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
***AGENDA***
ITEM 1'
CALL TO ORDER/h ROLL CALL
ITEM 2' AGENDA APPROVAl.
.,ITEM 3'
.APPROVAL OF MI_NIIT~'..S -- January 9,2001
ITEM 4:
PERSONS SCHEDULED TO
ITEM 5'
ITEM 6:
ITEM 7:
ae
ITEM 8:
ITEM 9:
a,
ITEM 10:
OLD BUSINESS
Discussion -- 2001 Beautification Theme and Goals
Discussion -- Flower Bed/Volunteer Identification Markers
NEW BUSINESS
REPORTS
Committee Chair
Parks & Recreation Director
Kenai City Council Liaison
OUESTIONS AND COMM~.NT,~
.n~IFO~TION
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of February 1,2001.
City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
Central Peninsula Master Gardener's Invitation to Presentation by Teena
Ga. ray, A Journey to China Collecting Seeds.
ADJOURNMENT
KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
7:00 P.M.
KENAI COUNCIL CHAMBERS
CHAIR MARILYN DIMMICK, PRESIDING
MINUTES
ITEM 1: CALL TO ORDER th ROLL CALL
Chair Dimmick called the meeting to order at 7:10p.m. The roll was taken as follows:
Members Present:
Members Absent:
Non-Voting Members Present:
Others Present:
Brown (left at 8:15p.m.), Dimmick, Hett, Rogers,
Buffmgton
Hansen, Nelson
Overturf
Parks and Recreation Director Frates, Councilwoman
Swarner, and Contract Secretary Shalev
ITEM 2: AGENDA APPROVAL
The agenda was approved as presented.
ITEM 3: APPROVAL OF MINUTES --January 9, 2001
The minutes were approved as presented.
ITEM 4: PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- -None
ITEM 5:
OLD BUSINESS
5-a. Discussion -- 2001 Beautification Theme and Goals
The Committee made the following determinations:
· The 2001 Beautification Theme will be "Blankets of Blooms." The
Committee will investigate having T-shirts and banners made that will reflect this
theme.
2001 Goals:
· Yard-of-the-Week Program
· Flower Brochure (also to be listed on web site)
· Volunteer RecrUitment (also to be listed on web site). Dimmick suggested
each member contact a local social group for recruitment.
A general letter to the public may be sent to provide general committee
roles and information in addition to providing a sign-up volunteer form. The letter will
also provide volunteer guidelines for work to be done.
flowerbeds.
* Recognition Plaques -- Director Frates provided information on available
tags to provide the Committee with a general idea of what is available. He will continue
looking for tags, preferably 8 ~ X 10 inches in size.
· Flower Identification Tags -- I.D. tags will be placed in selected
Prepare presentation for Master Gardener's Series.
Continue cemetery rose and iris plan.
Plant more perennials in city flowerbeds.
Install sprinkler system at Leif Hansen Memorial Park.
Discussion -- Flower Bed/Volunteer Identification Markers
This item was discussed at Item 5a.
ITEM 6'
NEW BUSINESS -- None.
ITEM 7: REPORTS
7-a. Committee Chair
Dimmick spoke at length on the following topics:
· Need for the Beautification Committee to obtain a council ordinance to
clarify Beautification Committee roles and responsibilities. Dimmick will speak to the
City Clerk for more information.
Dimmick expressed concerns regarding the Economic Forum and the
corresponding Peninsula Clarion article.
7-b. Parks/h Recreation Director
Director Frates reported on the following:
An appropriation was made to the Parks & Recreation Department in the
amount of $4,000 for flowers and $2,600 for an extra 200 hours towards personnel
during the first several weeks of summer.
* Arrangements are being made for a one-day, intensive "citywide cleanup
day." Frates and the Committee briefly discussed past dleanup efforts and all came to
the conclusion that a joint effort between Kenai and Soldoma must be done to ensure
effectiveness and avoid competition. Frates and the Committee also spoke about using
a designated 'city cleanup day' as an opportunity to answer any questions by the
public and recruit volunteers.
7-c. Kenai City Council Liaison
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
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Councilwoman Swarner reported on the following:
· She attended the Economic Forum and commented on appreciation that
was given to the Beautification Committee for city beautification efforts; several
speakers at the Forum commented on the greenbelt being a city asset.
ITEM 8:
(~~TIONS AND COMMENTS
ITEM 9: INFORMATION
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes of February 1,2001.
City Council Action Agendas of January 3 and 17, 2001.
Updated Membership List
Central Peninsula Master Gardener's Invitation to Presentation by Teena Garay,
A Journey to 'China Collecting Seeds.
ITEM 10:
A~JOUI~MEN ,T
The meeting adjourned at approximately 8:30 p.m.
Minutes transcribed and prepared by:
Sharon Gaudet Shalev, Contract Secretary
BEAUTIFICATION COMMITTEE MEETING
FEBRUARY 13, 2001
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