HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014-09-04 Parks & Recreation SummaryKENAI PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 4, 2014
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 P.M.
CHAIRMAN AL HULL, PRESIDING
MEETING SUMMARY
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
Chairman Hull called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m. Roll was confirmed as follows:
Commissioners present: R. Tunseth, N. Widmayer, A. Hull, C. Stephens, M. Lindeman
Commissioners absent: E. Castillo
Staff /Council Liaison present: Parks & Rec Director B. Frates
A quorum was present.
2. AGENDA APPROVAL
MOTION:
Commissioner Tunseth MOVED to approve the agenda and Commissioner Widmayer
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING SUMMARY- May 1, 2014
MOTION:
Commissioner Stephens MOVED to approve the meeting summary and Commissioner Tunseth
SECONDED the motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED
4. PERSONS SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD — None.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Municipal Park Enchanted Forest Project
Frates reported it appeared the vendor Sitelines did participate in a cooperative purchasing
program and had already gone through the bid process for play equipment. It was noted $120k
was earmarked for the project; another $80k was available for general park improvements.
Approximately $15k has been donated. It was noted the Kenai River Marathon Committee
donated $5k.
It was suggested that a work session be set to review costs and equipment types.
6. NEW BUSINESS
Volunteer Recognition
Frates recognized Shawn & Krista Schooley's efforts for adopting the skate park throughout the
summer months.
b. Shqui Tsatnu Creek Trails
Frates gave a brief update from the last site visit and noted some of the changes from the
original planned route. General discussion occurred.
C. Parks Tour
Frates noted the Beautification Committee conducted their annual tour and inquired whether or
not the Commission would like to schedule one for the parks and various park projects.
7. REPORTS
a. Parks and Recreation Director- Frates noted the department's acceptance
into the State of Alaska OSHA Sharp Program with recognition for surpassing
Health & Safety Standards.
b. Commission Chair — Noted his appreciation for everyone's work and thanked
the Beautification Committee for their efforts in keeping the town looking nice.
C. City Council Liaison- None
8. NEXT MEETING ATTENDANCE NOTIFICATION — October 2, 2014
9. COMMISSION QUESTIONS & COMMENTS
10. PERSONS PRESENT NOT SCHEDULED TO BE HEARD- None
11. INFORMATION - None
12. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION:
Commissioner Tunseth MOVED to adjourn and Commissioner Widmayer SECONDED the
motion. There were no objections; SO ORDERED.
There being no further business before the Commission, the meeting was adjourned at 7:45
p.m.
reeting summary prepared and submitted by:
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Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
September 4, 2014
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