HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-10-13 Beautification PacketKenai Beautification Commission
Regular Meeting
October 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Kenai City Hall - Council Chambers
KENAI210 Fidalgo Ave., Kenai, AK 99611
*Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 1*
Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Agenda Approval
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker)
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENT (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker,
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. September 8, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes.............................................................. 3
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Recommendation - Approval of the Fiscal Year 2028 - Fiscal Year 2032 Capital Improvement
PlanPriority List...................................................................................................... 5
G. REPORTS
1. Parks & Recreation Director
2. Commission Chair
3. City Council Liaison.................................................................................................. 7
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION - January 12, 2027
J. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Mid -Month Report................................................................................................... 12
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and Recreation Director at 907-283-8262 for additional details.
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KENAI BEAUTIFICATION COMMISSION — REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 8, 2026 — 6:00 P.M.
KENAI CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
210 FIDALGO AVE., KENAI, AK 99611
CHAIR SARAH DOUTHIT, PRESIDING
MINUTES
A. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the Beautification Commission was held on September 8, 2026, in the Kenai City
Council Chambers, Kenai, AK. Chair Douthit called the meeting to order at approximately 6:01 p.m.
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Chair Douthit led those assembled in the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Roll Call
There were present:
Sarah Douthit, Chair Sonja Earsley, Vice Chair
Autumn Carlson Brittney Hoffert (remote participation)
Missy Wallace Sherry Powell
A quorum was present.
Also in attendance was:
Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director
3. Agenda Approval
MOTION:
Vice Chair Earsley MOVED to approve the agenda as presented. Commissioner Carlson SECONDED
the motion.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
B. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
C. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. May 12, 2026 Regular Meeting Minutes
MOTION:
Commissioner Carlson MOVED to approve the May 12, 2026 Beautification Commission minutes. Vice
Chair Earsley SECONDED the motion.
UNANIMOUS CONSENT was requested on the motion.
VOTE: There being no objection; SO ORDERED.
E. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None.
F. NEW BUSINESS
1. Discussion - Fiscal Year 2027 - Fiscal Year 2032 Capital Project Review
Director Best gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
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There was discussion regarding prior beautification projects, including banner replacement.
Clarification was provided that the banner replacement had been proposed as a special project but was
not approved and would be submitted again for future consideration.
2. Discussion - Beautification Tour Recap
Director Best gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
There was discussion regarding Commissioners' interest in reviewing the upcoming flower order and
observing the performance of the current flower varieties.
3. Discussion - Capital Project Replacing Street Lights for Winter Decor
Director Best gave a staff report from information provided in the packet.
There was discussion on scheduling a work session following the next regular meeting to further consider
streetlight replacement, murals, and banner replacement.
G. REPORTS
1. Parks and Recreation Director - Director Best reported on the following:
• The midmonth reports.
• Recapped summer activities.
• Discussed preparations for the Pumpkin Festival.
2. Commission Chair - Chair Douthit reported on:
• The success of Planting Day and the opportunity it provided for first-time volunteers to
participate.
• Spoke in favor of a work session following the next Commission meeting.
3. City Council Liaison - None.
H. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS - None.
I. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION - October 13, 2026
J. COMMISSION QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS
Commissioners introduced themselves to one another.
Vice Chair Earsley requested that murals be included as a topic for discussion at the next work session.
K. ADJOURNMENT
L. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Pumpkin Festival Flyer
2. June and July Midmonth Reports
There being no further business before the Beautification Commission, the meeting was adjourned at
6:48 p.m.
I certify the above represents accurate minutes of the Beautification Commission meeting of September
9, 2026.
Logan Parks, Deputy City Clerk
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City of Kenai
MEMORANDUM
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210 Fidalgo Ave, Kenai, AK 99611-7794 1907.283.75351 www.kenai.city
TO: Chair Douthit & Beautification commission
FROM: Tyler Best, Parks & Recreation Director
DATE: September 24, 2026
SUBJECT: Capital Plan Priority List Recommendation
The following is the proposed Parks and Recreation capital project priority list for the City's
FY2028—FY2032 Capital Improvement Plan. The proposed priorities reflect the Parks and
Recreation Commission's discussion from September 3, 2026, and recommendations identified
through the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.
The project totals reflect the estimated full cost of each project. Outside funding, such as grants
or partnerships funding breakdown will be reflected in the final plan.
The Parks and Recreation Department is seeking a recommendation from the Parks and
Recreation Commission on the proposed priority list for inclusion in the City's Capital
Improvement Plan.
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Project name
FY28
FY29
FY30
FY31
FY32
Old Town Playground
800,000
Replacement
Multipurpose Facility Roof
75,000
Design
Relocation of Parks and Rec to
150,000
Daubenspeck Design
Multipurpose Facility Roof
850,000
Replacement
Relocation of Parks and Rec to
3,000,000
Daubenspeck
Multipurpose Facility
Refrigeration System
5,300,000
Replacement
Kenai Recreation Center
150,000
Renovation Design
Outdoor Racket Sport Court
300,000
Multipurpose Locker room
50,000
renovation -design
250,000
Outdoor Sports Complex Design
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KENAI
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
September 02, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
www.kenai.city
"Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 2**
Action Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda (Public comments on Consent Agenda Items
limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*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.
B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker;
twenty (20) minutes aggregated)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
ENACTED AS AMENDED Ordinance No. 3542-2026 - Providing for the Submission to the
Qualified Voters of the City of Kenai, at the Regular Election to be Held on November 3, 2026,
the Question of Enacting Kenai Municipal Code, Section 7.05.031- Residential Property Tax
Exemption, to Establish a Residential Property Tax Exemption in the Amount of $75,000.
(Knackstedt, Kisena)
2. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY Ordinance No. 3543-2026 -Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations in the Airport Improvements Capital Project Fund and Accepting a Grant From
the Federal Aviation Administration and Awarding a Contract for the Airport Perimeter and
Security Fence Project. (Administration) [KMC 1.15.070(d)]
1. Motion for Introduction
2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote)
3. Motion for Enactment (Requires Five Affirmative Votes)
3. POSTPONED INDEFINITELY Resolution No. 2026-59 -Authorizing a Contract Award for the
Sixth Street Construction Project. (Administration)
4. ADOPTED BY SUBSTITUTE UNANIMOUSLY Resolution No. 2026-60 - Authorizing a
Contract Award for the Strategic Plan Consulting Services. (Administration)
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F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of August 19, 2026. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Ordinance No. 3544-2026 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code Chapter 1.56 Kenai Municipal
Library Department, Removing the Library Regulations from the Appendices of Kenai Municipal
Code, and Amending the City of Kenai Schedule of Rates, Changes, and Fees for
Housekeeping Purposes and to Align the Library with Other City Departments. (Administration)
I. COMMISSION REPORTS
1. Council on Aging Commission
2. Airport Commission
3. Parks and Recreation Commission
4. Planning and Zoning Commission
5. Beautification Commission
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
N. PENDING ITEMS
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATION ITEMS
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City's website at.www.kenaixity. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk's Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk at 907-283-8231.
Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to
register:
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KENAI
Kenai City Council - Regular Meeting
September 16, 2026 — 6:00 PM
Kenai City Council Chambers
210 Fidalgo Avenue, Kenai, Alaska
www.kenai.city
"Telephonic/Virtual Information on Page 3**
Action Agenda
A. CALL TO ORDER
Pledge of Allegiance
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda and Consent Agenda (Public comments on Consent Agenda Items
limited to three (3) minutes per speaker; thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
*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.
B. SCHEDULED ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
C. SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to ten (10) minutes per speaker,
twenty (20) minutes aggregated)
D. UNSCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS (Public comments limited to three (3) minutes per speaker;
thirty (30) minutes aggregated)
E. PUBLIC HEARINGS
ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY Ordinance No. 3544-2026 - Amending Kenai Municipal Code
Chapter 1.56 Kenai Municipal Library Department, Removing the Library Regulations from the
Appendices of Kenai Municipal Code, and Amending the City of Kenai Schedule of Rates,
Changes, and Fees for Housekeeping Purposes and to Align the Library with Other City
Departments. (Administration)
2. ENACTED UNANIMOUSLY Ordinance No. 3545-2026 -Increasing Estimated Revenues and
Appropriations in the General and Senior Center Improvement Capital Project Funds to Provide
Supplemental Funding for the Senior Center Canopy Roof Replacement Project.
(Administration)
1. Motion for Introduction
2. Motion for Second Reading (Requires a Unanimous Vote)
3. Motion for Enactment (Requires Five Affirmative Votes)
3. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution No. 2026-61 - Authorizing Purchase of Two Police
Interceptors Using the City's Fleet Replacement Fund and the State of Alaska Equipment Fleet
Contract. (Administration)
4. ADOPTED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution No. 2026-62 - Authorizing a Contract Award for
SCADA Design and Installation Services. (Administration)
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F. MINUTES
1. *Regular Meeting of September 2, 2026. (City Clerk)
G. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
H. NEW BUSINESS
1. *Action/Approval - Bills to be Ratified. (Administration)
2. *Action/Approval - Purchase Orders and Purchase Order Amendments Requiring Council
Approval in Accordance with KMC 7.15.020. (Administration)
3. *Action/Approval - Non -Objection to the Acceptance and Appropriation of a Donation from the
Derek Kaufman Fund in the Amount of $1,000 in Accordance with KMC 7.25.030.
(Administration)
4. *Action/Approval - Non -Objection to the Acceptance and Appropriation of the Fiscal Year 2027
Public Library Assistance Grant in the Amount of $7,000 in Accordance with KMC 7.25.030
(Administration)
5. *Action/Approval - Confirmation of Mayoral Nomination of Joshua Bolling as Student
Representative to City Council and Caroline Karpik as Student Representative to the Council
on Aging Commission.
6. Discussion - Council Employee Review Consultant. (Grieme)
7. HEARING SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 21, 2026 AT 2:OOPM Discussion - Scheduling a
Board of Adjustment Appeal Hearing. (City Clerk)
8. SPECIAL MEETING SCHEDULED FOR SEPTEMBER 30, 2026 AT 4:30PM Action/Approval
- Scheduling a Special Meeting of the City Council. (Administration)
I. COMMISSION REPORTS
1. Council on Aging Commission
2. Airport Commission
3. Parks and Recreation Commission
4. Planning and Zoning Commission
5. Beautification Commission
J. REPORT OF THE MAYOR
K. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS
1. City Manager
2. City Attorney
3. City Clerk
L. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
1. Citizens Comments (Public comments limited to five (5) minutes per speaker)
2. Council Comments
M. EXECUTIVE SESSION
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N. PENDING ITEMS
O. ADJOURNMENT
P. INFORMATION ITEMS
The agenda and supporting documents are posted on the City's website at.www.kenai.cky. Copies of
resolutions and ordinances are available at the City Clerk's Office or outside the Council Chamber prior
to the meeting. For additional information, please contact the City Clerk at 907-283-8231.
Registration is required to join the meeting remotely through Zoom. Please use the following link to
register:
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MEMORANDUM
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TO:
Mayor Knackstedt and Kenai City Council
THROUGH:
Terry Eubank, City Manager
FROM:
Tyler Best, Parks and Recreation Director
DATE:
September 10th, 2026
SUBJECT:
Mid -Month Report — August
In August, the Parks and Recreation Department combed the beach with a tractor to pick up fish
waste. This tractor also has a magnet, and this year we picked up over 10 lbs. of nails and other
miscellaneous metal off the beach after dipnet. Parks prides itself on its quick cleanup of the
dipnet, as they make it a top priority right after the fishery.
The Parks Department also supports Industry Day on the Greenstrip. This is a great local event
that celebrates Oil and Gas, Healthcare, Tourism, and Fishing in our local economy. The best
part of Industry Day is that everything is free. Food, games, competitions, bikes, and local
awards are given out.
The Rec Center will be getting ready to switch over to winter hours after Labor Day. The winter
hours are Monday -Saturday 6:30 am-9:30 pm and Sunday 11 am-5 pm. Another exciting event
after Labor Day is on September 15th and 16th, when the City of Kenai will host the State
Conference for the Alaska Recreation and Parks Association. This brings Parks and Recreation
professionals from all over the state!
Kenai Recreation Center Visits — Month of July
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