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City Hall 7 floor, #726
1.CALL TO ORDER
In Attendance:
Members: Troy Wigestrand, Cynthia Burns, Al Dieckman, Larry Reymann, and Marlene Winter, and Tim
Searing.
City Staff: Kelly Beymer, Leslie Betlach, Cailín Hunsaker, and Roberta Graver
Guests:
Chair Troy Wigestrand, called the meeting to order at 4:35pm. Roll call was taken. All board commissioners
were present except for Avni Mungra. Cynthia Burns made a motion to approve Avni Mungra Tim
Searing seconded, all were in favor, motion carried.
2.APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Al Dieckman made a motion, seconded by Cynthia Burns to approve the agenda as presented; all were in
favor, motion carried, the agenda was approved.
3.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Larry Reymann made a motion to approve the March 14th, 2017 minutes as written; Marlene Winter and Al
Dieckman seconded, all were in favor, motion carried, the agenda was approved.
4.ORAL COMMUNICATIONS / PUBLIC COMMENTS
Members of the Donald W. Custer family were in attendance to present personal testimony and their
justification to support their request to rename the Renton Community Center to, in some way, include
Kelly Beymer explained briefly the facility-
naming process. The board would hear their presentation, have discussion at the next meeting, and then
proceed to follow the procedures laid out in city Policy #600-04 City Facilities Naming Policy Rose Custer,
Donal
involvement and memberships in Renton include, but are not limited to Renton
Chamber/Rotary/Eagles/Elks/Municipal Arts Commission/Park Board/Historical Society/Civitan Club,
Washington State Legislature, Renton City Council, and Mayor or Renton. Lorraine Custer, wife of Donald
Custer, shared a memory depicting his
Troy thanked the guests for their presentation and added that the board will add a discussion to the May
regarding their facility-naming request.
Kelly Beymer introduced guest, Council Boardmember Witschi to the meeting.
5.BOARD COMMUNICATION
Benson Hill Plan Advisory Board Cynthia said the next meeting will be in May. No new updates.
Civic Core Plan updates at this time.
Student Report No student report.
6.CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
Kelly Beymer share that the council have been hearing a lot up of updates on current plans. Committee of the
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Whole on April 17 th will hear an update from the Civic Core Plan with an analysis and summary of the recent
public meetings. The Civic Core committee will have a Tech Advisory meeting in May, and a public open house
that will coincide with the Renton Farmers Market.
7.DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
Custer Naming Request Presentation made in item 4.
Board Reappointment Tim Searing and Marlene Winter state they are both interested in continuing their
participation in the Parks Commission as board members. Kelly stated that she will forward a memoof
recommendation to the mayor for reappointment. Troy asked Kelly to contact Avni Mungra because her two
year term as youth board member an
abbreviated new term. Cynthia Burns made a motion to reappoint Avniinterested, subject to the
appropriate regulation that she would be approved for a term of one year, expiring June 2018. Tim Searing
seconded, all were in favor, motion carried. Troy introduced an idea of considering having two youth board
members. Kelly and Troy will review the ordinance and development of bylaws to address this and bring it
back for discussion at a future meeting.
Chair Appointment term as chair expires June 2017. Al Dieckman motioned to nominate
Marlene Winter as chair to succeed Troy in June 2017; Larry Reymann seconded, all were in favor, motion
carried.
Board Vacancy Troy, Cynthia, Al, Larry, and Marlene shared feedback from participating on the interview
subcommittee. They interviewed three board member candidates on March 29 th. Cynthia Burns made a
motion, based on the consensus of the interview team, to recommend to council Shun Takano to be
appointed as Park Commissioner to fill the current vacancy and if Mr. Takano declines, their second choice
would be Sean Conway; Larry Reymann seconded, all were in favor, motion carried. Kelly will initiate contact
Shun Takano with the appointment offer.
Board Goals Prioritization List
ideas. Cynthia suggested that some closely related topics could be paired, like the homeless topics. Troy
agreed and stated that Kelly, himself, and the incumbent chair will select and set the monthly meeting topics
and pair topics as appropriate. Marlene asked to add an update on the Trail Ranger Program be added to the
list. Al added a quick update to that program stating that the rangers will be having their first meeting of the
season soon as their season starts in May, weather permitting. He said there are up to 17 volunteers on the
list of rangers and walkers.
Eastside Rail Corridor, /ğźƌźƓ IǒƓƭğƉĻƩ She shared the Power Point presentation that Erica Jacobs, King
County Project Manager, presented to Renton City Council on November 14, 2016, and that the King County
Environmental Impact Statement was approved in February 2017. Up to date information is available at
http://www.kingcounty.gov/services/parks-recreation/parks/trails/regional-trails/popular-trails/eastside-rail-
corridor.aspx .
ortion of the trail at the north end of Gene Coulon Memorial
Beach Park.
8.RT
- Shawn Daley is retiring April 28th; there will be a party at the Senior Center on 4/28 from 1:30 3:30pm.
- Election Campaign Protocol Kelly discussed acceptable and unacceptable activities in the city parks and
facilities regarding individuals campaigning for election. This information was provided by the city attorney.
There are three councilmember positions up for re-election in fall of 2017 (Corman, Pavone, Perez)
9.OLD BUSINESS
Dave Neubert will be asked to give an update on the new city website at the May 9 th Park Board Meeting.
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10.CORRESPONDENCE- none
11.ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Tim Searing and seconded by Cynthia Burns to adjourn the meeting at 6:00 pm; all
were in favor, motion carried, meeting adjourned.
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Hello. My name is Rose Custer, and Im Dons daughter.
I was 13 in 1976, when my dad presided over the dedication of the Henry Moses Pool on what I
remember as a very sunny Spring day to a group of about 40 people at Liberty Park in Renton. I
remember a general feeling of anticipation of the summer, and in the crowd, an excitement about
having a place where kids would be able to go, where theyd be guarded and entertained for a
couple of hours while a parent got a moment to read a book perhaps. The pool had been there of
course since 1955 as Liberty Park Swimming Pool, and if I recall correctly, had had some
updates made, and was being re-opened and renamed after Henry Moses. A pool is an important
centerpiece in a working community, and this dedication had the feeling of being a big deal.
Perhaps a feeling of Renton having hit a major milestone in the creation of the civic complex that
the Renton City Council had envisioned, and was working to build. There was a feeling of
enthusiasm.
The plaque which was covered in a piece of black felt, which covered the brass bust of a Native
American man, with the name Henry Moses under it (at least thats how I remember it, but
theres no evidence that I have this part right, since no one knows where this plaque has gone). It
would be unveiled after a few words were said. And, although he was not mayor at this time, and
hadnt been for 7 years, my dad had been chosen to say those words. He talked about Henry
Moses. What a hero he was for Renton and to him personally, and what an amazing athlete hed
beenand as an athlete, it had seemed fitting to name the pool after him. As I recall Mr. Moses
attended the ceremony. I remember my dad shaking his hand. A very proud, older mannot that
tall, but made taller by this dedication of Rentons city pool, in his name then, and once the pool
had moved, that memorial name traveled with it to its current home as the Henry Moses Aquatic
Center. 1976 was a time when this country was only really beginning to recognize contributions
made by nonwhite citizens in the building of our communities and cities. It was a proud moment
for Renton, for my father and of course, for mebecause even that young, and even so
frequently attending ribbon cuttings and ceremonies like this one, as I did because my dad was
the mayor, I understood that being recognized by your community was something meaningful
and important. My dad explained to me then, as he would do throughout his life why he
participated in the recognition of Renton Civic accomplishments and celebrations memorializing
and recognizing people for the work theyd done in their lifetimeslike the Renton Wall of
Honor which he cared so much about. These memorials not only held meaning for the person
being memorialized and their families, but that they inspire others in their work to make the
world a better, more congenial place. These remembrances matter. They remind us that when we
too are gone, we will be remembered for the late nights, tireless hours spent, countless
conversations and arguments had, all for the cause of keeping our cities and public spaces places
that we can be proud of. Places that make the cities we live in, cities wed want to live in, want to
raise children in, and when the time comes, cities where wed want to be buried, and find our
final resting peace.
My dad felt that way about Renton--about the community center, and about the work of
government itself. He wanted to keep Renton a city anyoned want to live in--and he worked
tirelessly to keep it so. Those who knew my father knew him as a life-long devotee to the
betterment of Renton Washington, his home town, a place that he loved and believed in. In the
interest of time, rather than recount stories reflecting his passion for Renton, I will instead give
you a comprehensive list of the Renton organizations in which my dad was involved over the
years of his life. Hopefully, this list will underscore his worthiness for the honor of having the
Community Center, or complex named for him as the Donald W. Custer Community Center.
What follows is a list excerpted from a file of his resumes:
Renton Public Service Organizations
President of the Renton Downtown Merchants Association 1961
Director of the Renton Chamber of Commerce 1961-1962, Member 1968-72
Renton City Council 1962-1964-Member
Mayor of Renton 1964-69
Renton Democratic Club 1964-78
Renton Elks B. P. O. E. 1809 1965-1975
Renton Eagles FOE 1722 1967-69
Metro Councilmember for Renton 1964-70
Director Forward Thrust committee 1967-71
Renton Rotary Clubs 1964-72
Renton Citivan Club 1966-1969
Renton Municipal Arts Commission 1970
Vocational Advisory Committee of Renton School District 1971
Renton Historical Society
Chair Renton Park Board 1972-76 (President 1974)
Chairman Renton Citizens for Schools 1973-74
Chair, Renton School Levy Committees 1973-74
Administrative Assistant 1976-1978
Renton Area Youth Services (RAYS) Board 1976-78
Renton Community Opera Productions Board 1976-83
Renton High School Alumni Association 1953-2015 (his death)
Renton United Methodist Church (lifelong member, Board Member )
Projects under his leadership
Renton Library
Liberty Park Baseball Stadium
City Hall (1968)
Coulon Park
Carco Theatre
Senior Center
Memberships
Suburban Mayors Association (President) 1966-70
Metro Council
Renton Park Board (President)
Renton UMC (Trustee)
RHS and UW Alumni, & the Renton Wall of Honor Committee
Renton Centennial Committee (Chair)
King County Urban Arterial Board 1968
County-City Coordinating Committee
Washington State Law Enforcement Officers Association 1969-70Law & Justice Committee of
the Puget Sound Governmental Conference 1969
Washington State Legislature 1969
Seattle-King County Economic Opportunity Board 1968-71
Society of Real Estate Appraisers 1979-80
Legislative Assistant to Democratic Caucus 1982-84
He would be honored to considered for this honor, to have the name, Custer become part of the
landscape of Renton, as his grandfathers name Tonkin, also a former Renton mayor had
before him. Tonkin Park, on Wells Street was donated by my Great Grandfather to the city when
my dad was a child in the 30sand was a place where as a little boy, my dad and his brothers
played every dayever reminding him that participating in the civic life of your town or city,
was just something that you did. And he would be grateful to you, the city government for
considering his work and his time spent, to keep Renton a proud place to call home--which he
did for almost all his life, and as you continue to do in his stead.
On behalf of my family, and my father, wed like to thank you for this consideration of
recognition of his lifes work as a civic leader, and as a favorite son, from an ardent pioneer
family with a distinct presence in Rentons history as a city. Thank you for your consideration.
RENTON SHREDATHONSUMMER EXTRAVAGANZA
In partnership with King County Library System.
SPECIAL
Saturday, April 29 9am12pm
Thursday, July 13
Sams Club Parking Lot, 901 S Grady Way
Heritage Park, 233 Union Ave NE
For details go to rentonwagov/shredathon or call
.
EVENTS
Donations of canned food will be
425-430-7519 Free Arts & Crafts, Group Games
11:00am1:00pm:
.
accepted for the Renton Food Bank
Lunch for Ages 18 & under
11:45am12:15pm:
.
GROW Celebrate
1:00pm:
Presented by Eli Rosenblatt.
music from all over the world, original salsa, swing,
samba and hip-hop songs inspire free self-expression in
BIKE SAFETY RODEO
a spontaneous, joyful atmosphere for all ages
.
Saturday, May 13 10am12pm
Friday, July 14
Highlands Neighborhood Center
Liberty Park, 1101 Bronson Way N
In partnership with Safe Kids Seattle, kids will learn
RE-BUILD-IT TOWN PUPPET SHOW
10:00am:
about bike safety, safe bike riding in an urban setting,
Enjoy this fun, interactive
Presented by KC Puppetree.
helmet and safety pad fitting, run an obstacle course
musical puppet show about a monster that has stormed
on their bikes and more FREE, but registration is
.through town, leaving a mess of garbage behind
required and space is limited
Course #58786
.
..
Free Arts & Crafts and Group Games
11:00am1:00pm:
Register online at Rentonwa.gov /cybersignup
or
call the Renton Comm. Center at 425-430-6700. Friday, July 28
Heritage Park, 233 Union Ave NE
FOR INFO 425-430-6700
Free Arts & Crafts and Group Games
11:00am1:00pm:
MEMORIAL DAY PROGRAM
Lunch for Ages 18 & under
11:45am12:15pm:
1:00pm: COME ALIVE!
Presented by Alex Zerbe the Zaniac.
Monday, May 29 1pm
RENTON YOUTH
Come Alive! is an interactive performance that
Veterans Memorial Park
emphasizes creativity, literacy, collaboration, and
SYMPHONY
Please join the City of Renton and honored veterans persistencey
.
ORCHESTRA
as we recognize the men and women who have fallen
in the line of duty Veterans Memorial Park is located
.
at the intersection of Main Ave S and S 3rd Street
CRUISE THE LOOP
...
Parking is available at the 200 Mill Building
.
Carco Theatre
Saturday, August 19 25pm
Information: Rentonwa.gov
1717 SE Maple Valley Hwy
Start at Renton High School
Enjoy music performed by
Join us for an afternoon of cruising the famous Renton
the young and talented
RENTON TEEN PEACE FESTIVAL
Registration required See wwwgov for
Loop
rentonwa
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Youth Symphony Orchestra
additional details and registration information, starting
Saturday, June 3 125pm
in May
and the Debut Orchestra.
.
Liberty Park, 1101 Bronson Way N
$10 Adults, $7 Students
Teens can help connect communitiesfind out how
& Seniors, $5 Children
.
Join us for basketball, music, food and fun!
POOCH PLUNGE
Information: Rentonwa.gov/Police
Saturday, September 16
RENTON CITY
Sunday, September 17
CONCERT BAND
Bring your dog to the Henry Moses Aquatic Center for
FISHING KIDS DERBY
the Pooch Plunge! Rain or shine, the dogs will frolic in
the lap and wave pool and float the lazy river
Sunday, June 11, 2:00pm
Various times
Saturday, June 3
.
Cost $10 per session See page 37 for more details
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Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
Renton IKEA Performing
Rentonwa.gov/CyberSignup
Register:
1201 Lake Washington Blvd. N.
Arts Center, 400 S 2nd St.
Fish from the dock at Coulon Memorial Beach
Ages 514
.
Celebrate the start of summer
Park into a stocked pen Register to get a chance to hook
.SEAHAWKS TRAINING CAMP
with this 65-member band
the big one Each child will receive a t-shirt
.
$10 per session
and Zebco Rod & Reel
Once again Renton will be decked out in blue and green
..
Sponsored by C.A.S.T. for Kids Foundation, Western Bass Club, Zebco,
and 12th Man flags to welcome the Annual Seahawks
Puget Sound Anglers, Red Robin, Steelmetal Workers Local 66, Boeing
Training Camp in Renton this August
Employees Rod & Reel Club, Alaska Credit Union, Eastside Steelheaders,
.
Starbucks and Renton Kiwanis Club.
Information: Seahawks.com
Register by May 29: Rentonwagov/CyberSignup
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Gather with your friends & family
for a great line-up of movies while
sitting under the stars!
Ivars Family Fun &
Films!
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park
1201 Lake Wash. Blvd N. (next to Kidd Valley)
Friday, July 21
:
Friday, July 28
Steeped in the classic Americana, giving a
cinematic music experience about the
blue-collar aspects of our nationmore
rock than country.
:
One of the coolest variations of the Neil
Diamond experience you will ever see.
Jungle Book
All the hits, horns and hoopla makes the
Moana
Cherry Cherry show rock.
Gene Coulon
Memorial Beach Park
Henry Moses
Movie @ Dusk
Aquatic Center
:
Gates Open 8:00pm
The Blues Power Revue is everything you
Movie @ Dusk
want in a high energy show band. Expect
mighty R & B music of the 60s and 70s
Friday, Aug 4
from Memphis to Motown, and a
dedication to having a really good time.
Friday, Aug 11
:
The Popoffs are on a mission to fill dance
floors everywhere. Playing hits from the
60s 70s 80s 90s & today. They are a
high-energy party band that combines
great musicianship, an energetic stage
show and great song selection.
Sing
Finding Dory
Gene Coulon
:
Memorial Beach Park
Henry Moses
The Marlin James Band plays a wide a
Movie @ Dusk
Aquatic Center
variety of Country Music. They will go
Gates Open 8:00pm
from Merle Haggard to Zac Brown to
Jason Aldean and Luke Bryan, then the
Movie @ Dusk
Rolling Stones!
FOR MOVIES AT COULON:
Only low back chairs and
blankets in the viewing area.
:
Crème Tangerine performs the music of the
In the event of inclement weather,
call the
Beatles for thousands each year. Crème
Renton Recreation inclement weather line
Tangerine always delivers a Magical
at 425-430-6719. Cancellation decision will
Mystery Tour where the audience can come
together and Get Back to the favorite songs
be made at 5:00pm. Movie titles subject to change without notice.
we all love to rock out to!
Check our movie content at kidsinmind.com.
For movies at the Henry Moses Aquatic Center, tickets can be purchased
In the event of inclement weather, please call the Renton Recreation
for $5.00 beginning at 7:00pm. Entry to facility begins at 8:00pm.inclement weather line at 425-430-6719.
Limited parking available.
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