HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-09-05 Parks & Recreation Packet - Work SessionKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
WORK SESSION – CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN REVIEW
9/5/24– 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
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www.kenai.city
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. INTRODUCTION – Tyler Best Parks and Recreation Director
C. COMMISSION DISCUSSION – Capital Improvement Plan, reviewing plan and
discussing project priorities ................................................................................. Pg 1
D. PUBLIC COMMENTS (limited to 3 minutes per individual)
E. ADJOURNMENT
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director
DATE: 8/28/24
SUBJECT: Capital Project Review
Capital Projects usually exceed $35,000. The Parks and Recreation Master Plan is an example
of a capital project the Administration is working on.
The current General Fund plan for FY25-FY29 is attached. Approved items from FY24, such as
replacing Shelter 3 at Municipal Park, are no longer on the plan because the projects are ongoing.
This memo aims to inform the Commission of the current plan and review the project priorities for
the FY26-FY30 plan.
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Project name FY25 FY26 FY27 FY28 FY29 pending
Tractor Replacement $80,000
Park and Recreation Master Plan $70,000
Tractor Replacement $70,000
Beaver Creek Replace Pavilion $50,000
Relocation of Parks and Rec to
Daubenspeck $3,000,000
Old Town Playground Equipment
Replacement $1,635,000
Multipurpose Facility roof-design $75,000
Park current Request to Public Works*
Drop Curtin for Kenai Rec Center* $40,000
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GENERAL FUND
FY2025
No
Project Name
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
1 Wildwood Drive Rehabilitation-Construction $1,000,000 $800,000 $0*
2 Lilac Street Rehabilitation – Construction $700,000 $700,000
3 Public Main walk Replacements & ADA
Warning - Design
$40,000
$40,000
4 Youth Corridor Pedestrian & Roadway
Improvements – 35% Design Development
$160,000
$160,000
5 Emergency Services Facility Improvement –
35% Design Development $225,000 $225,000
6 Street Lighting Improvements - Construction $400,000 $400,000
7 Tractor Replacement $80,000 $80,000
8 Parks & Recreation Master Plan $70,000 $70,000
Totals
$2,675,000
$960,000
$1,515,000
FY2026
No
Project Name
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
9 Aliak Stormwater and Paving Repair –
Construction $420,000 $400,000 $20,000
10 Public Main walk Replacements & ADA
Warning - Construction $560,000 $480,000 $80,000
11 Flight Services RTU Replacements $350,000 $350,000
12 Beaver Creek Replace Pavilion $50,000 $50,000
13 Tractor Replacement $70,000 $70,000
14 City Hall Improvements – Construction $800,000 $640,000 $160,000
15 ***Old Town Park Reconstruction*** $1,635,000 $981,000 $654,000
Totals
$3,885,000
$2,501,000
$1,384,000
FY2027
No
Project Name
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
16 Future Stormwater Improvements $240,000 $200,000 $40,000
17 Gravel Roadway Improvements – Design $200,000 $200,000
18 Asphalt Roadway Improvements – Design $200,000 $200,000
Totals
$640,000
$200,000
$440,000
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FY2028
No
Project Name
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
19 Gravel Roadway Improvements –
Construction $1,000,000 $800,000 $200,000
20 Asphalt Roadway Improvements –
Construction $1,000,000 $800,000 $200,000
21 Florida Avenue Roadway Development –
Design $120,000 $120,000
22 Relocation of Parks & Rec to Daubenspeck –
Design $150,000 $150,000
23 Multipurpose Facility Roof – Design $75,000 $75,000
Totals
$2,345,000
$1,600,000
$745,000
FY2029
No
Project Name
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
24 Relocation of Parks & Rec to Daubenspeck –
Construction $3,000,000 $2,400,000 $600,000
25 Multipurpose Facility Roof – Construction $850,000 $680,000 $170,000
26 Florida Avenue Roadway Development –
Construction $700,000 $700,000
Totals
$4,550,000
$3,080,000
$1,470,000
Total Project Cost
Grant
Funding
City Funding
General Fund FY2025-2029 Grand Totals
$14,095,000
$8,341,000
$5,554,000
** PROJECTS WITH ASTERISK HAVE HAD ADDITIONAL CITY FUNDING PROVIDED IN PREVIOUS FISCAL
YEAR(S). CITY FUNDING INDICATED IS SPECIFIC TO FISCAL YEAR AND MAY NOT INCLUDE ALL CITY
FUNDING TO DATE
***Revised Project at Council’s Request 02/07/24, moved from FY2025 to FY2026***
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
WILDWOOD DRIVE REHABILITATION -
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $1,000,000
Project Phased: No.
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): General Fund / Grant
Potential Grant Identified: State of Alaska
Operating Budget Impact: Moderate Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $1,000,000*
Details: This project will rehabilitate Wildwood Dr. from the Kenai Spur Highway to the
entrance of the Wildwood Correctional Facility, approximately 2300lf. The roadway has
severely deteriorated over its 50+ year life. The State of Alaska Department of Corrections is
the primary user of the roadway with 85% of all traffic accessing the facility. The project has
been delayed for years due to ownership concerns of the right of way with the Kenai Native
Association, and lack of available grant funds from the State.
LILAC STREET REHABILITATION –
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $700,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Moderate Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $700,000 Details: This project replaces the failed concrete curb in affected areas, re-stabilizes settled
subbase areas, and provides a new asphalt surface course along approximately 1600 linear feet
of 30-foot wide roadway. Lilac Lane is located off the Spur Highway and Cook Inlet View Drive
on the north side of Kenai. The roadway and concrete curb and gutter are suffering from the
severe settlement in multiple areas.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
PUBLIC MAIN WALK REPLACEMENTS & ADA WARNING PADS -
DESIGN
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $40,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: None
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $40,000 Details: This project will begin to address the numerous cracked public main walks in various
locations around the City. Intersections will receive ADA-stamped indicator pads in yellow.
YOUTH CORRIDOR PEDESTRIAN AND ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS
35% DESIGN DOCUMENTS
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $160,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): Grant Dependent | Bonding
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $160,000 Details: This project seeks to improve safety, visibility & security to families accessing the Kenai
Middle School, High School, Challenger Center and Ice Rink. Project extends from the Spur
Highway down Tinker Ln. to Lawton Dr. turning west to Walker Ln. Sidewalks, bike lane,
Roadway and Street Lighting Improvements are all proposed with the project. This is a
significant project that would affect approximately 7000lf of roadway throughout our densely
populated school zone.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
EMERGENCY SERVICES FACILITY ASSESSMENT / IMPROVEMENT
35% DESIGN DOCUMENTS
Department: Police Department/Fire Department
Total Project Cost: $225,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Facility Improvement
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Operating Budget Impact: None
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $225,000 Details: This project will evaluate the needs of the emergency services departments and assess
the existing conditions of their current facility to determine whether renovations to the 50+
year old facility or new construction is the most appropriate course of action. The existing
building is known to have asbestos which has limited opportunities for smaller renovations.
This preliminary set of design documents will be used to seek grant opportunities.
STREET LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS - CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $400,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: DOT Grant
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $400,000 Details: This project will identify underserved and problem locations for street lighting to
improve safety and security for citizens. New lighting will be LED to reduce energy and
maintenance costs. This first project will provide for the design and identification of locations
to be served.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
TRACTOR REPLACEMENT
Department: Parks & Recreation
Total Project Cost: $80,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Equipment
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Minimal
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $80,000
Details: This project will replace aging existing equipment with new. Tractor and various
attachments including a wide area mower deck and snow removal components are anticipated.
Equipment is planned for year-round use.
PARKS & RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Department: Parks & Recreation
Total Project Cost: $70,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Park Improvement
Funding Source(s): Grant Dependent | Bonding
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $70,000
Details: This project will seek professional services to assist with the development of a Parks
and Recreation Master Plan. All existing park facilities will be evaluated. The Master Plan
document will be used to direct future funding toward the most desired and appropriate uses
first.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
ALIAK STORM WATER & PAVING REPAIR –
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $420,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): State Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $420,000 Details: This project will begin to address a failed stormwater line on Aliak Dr. between
Candlelight Dr. and Highbush Ln. The galvanized piping has collapsed in several locations which
cause the occasional sinkhole to surface after significant runoff. The photo above is from April
2021 shortly after the breakup. Staff has been filling these in with gravel and then patching the
asphalt as a short-term solution. This project will require the removal of sections of the
roadway and the replacement of existing stormwater piping with new and then resurfacing of
the roadway.
PUBLIC MAIN WALK REPLACEMENTS & ADA WARNING PADS -
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $560,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): Grant Dependent | Bonding
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $560,000 Details: This project will begin to address the numerous cracked public main walks in various
locations around the City. Intersections will receive ADA stamped indicator pads in yellow.
Priority will be placed on higher traffic areas including school routes on Forest Ave and Frontage
Rd.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
FLIGHT SERVICES RTU REPLACEMENTS
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $350,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Building Improvement
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $350,000 Details: This is a planned replacement project for air handling units reaching the end of their
useful life. This work will provide for the efficient and reliable function of HVAC systems at the
facility currently being leased by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This was a planned
replacement for 2025, however units remain in service at this time.
BEAVER CREEK PARK REPLACEMENT PAVILION
Department: Parks and Recreation
Total Project Cost: $50,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Park Improvement / Building
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $50,000 Details: Construct a new pavilion at Beaver Creek Park located just off the Spur Highway on
Parkside Dr. This will be a wood frame structure consistent with other similar structures within
the City.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
TRACTOR REPLACEMENT
Department: Parks & Recreation
Total Project Cost: $80,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Equipment
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Minimal
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST:
$70,000
Details: This project will replace aging existing equipment with new. Tractor and various
attachments including a wide area mower deck and snow removal components are anticipated.
Equipment is planned for year-round use.
CITY HALL IMPROVEMENTS -
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $800,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Building Improvement
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $800,000 Details: This project will replace the 40+ year old exterior doors, windows, exterior siding and
mechanical ventilation systems. The facility has struggled with drafts and air quality issues for
some time. Project is expected to reduce facility heating costs.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
OLD TOWN PLAYGROUND RECONSTRUCTION
Department: Parks and Recreation
Total Project Cost: $1,635,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Park Development
Funding Source(s): Grant Dependent | Bonding
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Minimal to No Impact
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $654,000 $661,000 $320,000
Details: This project will replace aging equipment at the Park on Peninsula Ave adjacent to the
Fine Arts Center. The area of Old Town attracts numerous visitors every year. The park is located
two blocks from the Visitor’s Center and is in close proximity to several large housing complexes
providing plenty of children to utilize the park. The project design was completed in the fall of
2023 in coordination with the Kenaitze Indian Tribe and Salamatof Native Association who are
assisting with grant applications.
FUTURE STORMWATER IMPROVEMENTS
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $240,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Infrastructure
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $240,000 Details: This project will allow Public Works to continue to address stormwater runoff, culvert,
and catch basin issues as they continue to deteriorate throughout the City.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
GRAVEL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS – DESIGN
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $200,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway Improvement
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $200,000 Details: This project will develop bid ready construction documents to improve several existing
gravel roadways within the City. Work will consist of ditching and drainage improvements,
removal of soft spots, and capping of roadway with new gravel lift. The primary roadway of
current concern is Phillips Ave. which experiences severe drainage issues each spring.
ASPHALT ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS - DESIGN
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $200,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway Improvement
Funding Source(s): General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $200,000 Details: This project will provide bid ready construction documents to continue with the City’s
pavement replacement plan. A Roadway Improvement Survey was completed in 2009, this
document along with ongoing site assessments is directing maintenance work. Specific project
to be further identified as project draws closer.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
GRAVEL ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS – CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $800,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway Improvement
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $800,000 Details: This project will improve several existing gravel roadways within the City. Work will
consist of ditching and drainage improvements, removal of soft spots, and capping of roadway
with new gravel lift. The primary roadway of current concern is Phillips Ave. which experiences
severe drainage issues each spring.
ASPHALT ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS - CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $800,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway Improvement
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Decrease
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $800,000 Details: This project will continue with the City’s pavement replacement plan. A Roadway
Improvement Survey was completed in 2009, this document along with ongoing site
assessments is directing maintenance work. Specific project to be further identified as project
draws closer.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
FLORIDA AVENUE ROADWAY DEVELOPMENT - DESIGN
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $120,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway Improvement
Funding Source(s): General
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Slight Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $120,000 Details: This is a joint project with the Water & Sewer Utility to extend a 12” water main down
Florida Avenue from Fifth Street to First Street. This area of town dates to old military base
days, and the existing water mains serving homes on First and Second Streets is only 4” in size.
The new 12” main will divide the neighborhood so fewer homes are being served from the 4”
line. As this work will destroy the roadway, roadway improvements will be included with
reinstallation of concrete curb and gutter and asphalt roadway surfacing. The Water & Sewer
Fund is providing funding for the water line work including design, general fund is only covering
costs for roadway improvements.
RELOCATION OF PARKS & REC TO DAUBENSPECK – DESIGN
Department: Parks and Recreation
Total Project Cost: $150,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Building
Funding Source(s): General
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Moderate Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $150,000 Details: This project will relocate Park & Rec facilities from their current location at 332 Airport
Way over to 550 Daubenspeck where the Streets, Shop, and Building Maintenance division
currently reside. A new building including garage and office space shall be provided.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY ROOF - DESIGN
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $75,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Building Maintenance
Funding Source(s): General
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: None
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $75,000 Details: The Multipurpose facility was constructed in 1999. The ice rink facility has had a fair
amount of condensation issues over the years due to maintaining heat during hockey games.
This project is to acknowledge the roof will be 30 years old at this time and may be in need of
replacement.
RELOCATION OF PARKS & REC TO DAUBENSPECK
Department: Parks and Recreation
Total Project Cost: $3,000,000
Project Phased: Yes
Project Type: Building / Department Relocate
Funding Source(s): Grant Dependent | Bonding
Potential Grant Identified: State Capital Project
Submission and Federal Grants to Be Identified
Operating Budget Impact: Moderate Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $3,000,000
Details: This project will relocate Park & Rec facilities from their current location at 332 Airport
Way over to 550 Daubenspeck where the Streets, Shop, and Building Maintenance division
currently reside. A new building including garage and office space shall be provided.
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GENERAL FUND PROJECTS
MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY ROOF -
CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $850,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Building Maintenance
Funding Source(s): Grant / General Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: None
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $850,000
Details: The Multipurpose facility was constructed in 1999. This ice rink facility has had a fair
amount of condensation issues over the years due to maintaining heat during hockey games.
This project is to acknowledge the roof will be 30 years old at this time and may be in need of
replacement.
FLORIDA AVENUE ROADWAY DEVELOPMENT - CONSTRUCTION
Department: Public Works
Total Project Cost: $700,000
Project Phased: No
Project Type: Infrastructure / Roadway & Utility
Funding Source(s): General Fund / Water Sewer Fund
Potential Grant Identified: None
Operating Budget Impact: Moderate Increase
YEAR: 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
COST: $700,000
Details: This is a joint project with the Water & Sewer Utility to extend a 12” water main down
Florida Avenue from Fifth Street to First Street. This area of town dates to old military base
days, and the existing water mains serving homes on First and Second Streets is only 4” in size.
The new 12” main will divide the neighborhood so fewer homes are being served from the 4”
line. As this work will destroy the roadway, roadway improvements will be included with
reinstallation of concrete curb and gutter and asphalt roadway surfacing. The Water & Sewer
Fund is providing funding for the water line work including design, general fund is only covering
costs for roadway improvements.
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