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Home My WebLink About05/13/2008 - Minutes . f '��►' r�rr' I:IT�1't)��yi it:?�Jt`v � � City of Renton -�1�4 � � ��+� � �t-.��,�:a `+3��:.�r_��.s ot-r-;�� Board of Park Commissioners Ol�Y �� a . � � ��'N'S�� Meeting Minutes May 13, 2008 4:30 p.m.—Main Library I. CALL TO ORDER Michael O'Donin, Chair Pro-Tem, welcomed everyone present and called the May 13, 2008, meeting to order. In Attendance The following were present: Members: Tim Searing, Cynthia Burns, AI Dieckman, Michael O'Donin, Ron Regis, Troy Wigestrand Staff: Terry Higashiyama, Sandy Pilat, Leslie Betlach, Jerry Rerecich, Todd Black, Kelly Beymer, Bette Anderson Guests: Pete Maas II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AI Dieckman made a motion to approve the May agenda as presented, all were in favor, motion carried, agenda approved. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ron Regis made a motion seconded by AI Dieckman to approve the minutes as written; all were in favor, minutes approved. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION/PUBLIC COMMENTS None V. BOARD COMMUNICATION Mike O'Donin commented on the Volunteer Dinner. He stated it was a great dinner and he really enjoyed the entertainment, Jay Covington and the Fire Chief sang, as well as other city employees, and did a great job. The event was well attended. VI. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Terry Higashiyama notified the Board that Council had approved the park rules and regulations. Zanetta Fontes, City Attorney's office, did a PowerPoint presentation summarizing the modifications and why they were being changed. Terry thanked AI Dieckman, Board member, and Bonnie Rerecich, staff � � � , City of Renton � Park Board Minutes � May 13, 2008 Page2of3 member, for all the hours they put into updating the rules. Now we will reprint them to make them available for summer. VII. CONSENT Terry Higashiyama reviewed the purpose of the Strategic Plan and explained it is the operating document of our department. It is used as a support base for other departments, Liz Fast, Recreation Division, has been the lead on this project. We needed to update the Plan, originally done during the accreditation process, to reflect the new division, Community Resources, and additionally refer to Renton Results utilized during the budget process. Cynthia Burns made a motion seconded by AI Dieckman to accept the changes noted in the Strategic Plan. All present were in favor, motion carried, Plan approved. VIII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS Terry Higashiyama introduced Library Director, Bette Anderson. Bette welcomed everyone and explained their `new' conference room had previously been a storage room and they were very pleased to have a meeting area now. Bette explained the reciprocal agreement in force with King County and noted approximately 1/3 of their checkouts are from King County residents rather than Renton residents. She explained their online services available and the policy regarding internet usage. Our diverse community warrants additional programs and needs. They are hosting ESL classes on Monday and Thursday and have materials in five different languages. They have instituted a `Talk time" to help people practice their English and have requests to start a Spanish talk time also. They are looking ahead to summer programs to encourage children to read during vacation and have a "Paws to Read" program that is very successful. This year they have seen an increase in circulation of 11% and audio is up 40% from previous years. Cynthia Burns, Board member, commented that she finds the library is not as quiet of a place as it used to be. The library staff has not yet determined the extent of additional time and services they will devote to accommodate the Benson Hill area. IX. ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORT Terry Higashiyama indicated we were just starting on the Museum Master Plan, which would be a long-term plan for the museum. Since her arrival with the City, Liz Stewart, Museum Manager, has done an amazing job. She is looking ahead on how to update the exhibits, and the need for interactive displays. We will review the Capital Plan for 2008 at our next meeting. There will be numerous upcoming discussions on how to accommodate the growth in our City and how to house all the new employees. Options include the future of 200 Mill Avenue South, our current city hall, and the possibility of building a new city hall. . . � '�rrr � , City of Renton Park Board Minutes � May 13, 2008 Page 3 of 3 Seahawks Training Center—There are three events planned this summer and Terry indicated after September possibility she could arrange a tour for the Board memberss. Terry Flatley is working on the landscaping of Ripley Lane. Terry H. answered questions regarding the incident at the transit center and Coulon Park. She indicated the Mayor was taking a a strong stand on incidents of this nature. Terry along with staff and Board member AI Dieckman continue working with the Off-Leash Dog Task Force. A report will forthcoming at a future meeting. X. OLD BUSINESS Todd Black, CIP Coordinator, gave an update on Ron Regis Park and the expansion of two turF fields with lights, restrooms, a tot lot, picnic area, and parking. XI. NEW BUSINESS At future meetings we will cover: • CIP presentation • Election for Chairperson • Aaron, Assistant Library Director, will discuss website upgrades • Graffiti • Neighborhood Picnics XII. ADJOURNMENT Tim Searing made a motion seconded by Cynthia Burns to adjourn the meeting. All were in favor, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 5:53 p.m. .,` > / Signature NE�T REGULAR MEE'TTNG June 10,200$—Citv Hall Conferenc�in�Center 1t�Floor(7a,4:30 P.M.