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City of Renton
Board of Park Commissioners
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Meeting Minutes
September 11 , 2012
4:30 p.m. — City Haii — 7th Floor Conferencing Center I,
i. CALL TO ORDER '�
In Attendance ,
The following members were present:
Members: Larry Reymann, Cynthia Burns, AI Dieckman, Michael O'Donin,Tim Searing,
Marlene Winter
Absent: Troy Wigestrand (Excused)
Staff: Terry Higashiyama, Sandy Pilat, Kelly Beymer, Tim Williams, Bonnie Rerecich, Todd Black,
Terry Flatley
Chair, Larry Reymann, called the September 11, 2012, meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. Roll call was '
taken; all members were present with the exception of Troy Wigestrand.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Terry requested that the Budget Advisory Committee Report by Troy Wigestrand be moved to the
October meeting due to his absence. AI Dieckman made a motion, seconded by Mike O'Donin to
approve the agenda with the one noted modification. All were in favor, motion carried,the
September 11, 2012, agenda was approved. '
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was made by Marlene Winter and seconded by AI Dieckman to approve the July 2012
minutes as written, all were in favor, motion carried. The minutes were approved as submitted.
IV. BOARD COMMUNICATION
The Report on the Budget Advisory Committee scheduled by Troy Wigestrand will be postponed until
next month, due to Troy's absence.
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BOARD COMMUNICATION (continued)
Mike O'Donin attended his second City Center meeting last Thursday. They discussed short and long
range goals, focusing this meeting on working on short term goals. Mike is hoping at future meetings
the group will look at the global, big picture and not small personal issues. He will continue to update
the Board quarterly.
V. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
The Mayor's Budget Presentation to City Council will be October 15, 2012.
VI. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
Budpet Perspective—Tim Searinp
Terry Higashiyama requested Tim Searing serve as the liaison for the budget to serve in giving a
different perspective and outlook from the "outside." They met on two occasions and Tim indicated
the meetings were very interesting and informative. Terry Flatley, Kelly Beymer, and Todd Black
were present to discuss the Draft Capital and Major Maintenance Program budget and give a report
on Gene Coulon Park.
Capital/Maior Maintenance Report
A copy of the Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park Condition and Assessment Report prepared by PND
Engineers was available for Board Members to review. Structural engineers have reviewed all of
Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park's bridges, waterwalks, decks, log booms, and the fishing pier.
This is done every five years. The consultant also reviewed other park bridges, including the
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Springbrook Trail Boardwalk, Old Highway 169 with the Cedar River Trail, Ron Regis entry bridge, and
two Maplewood Golf Course bridges, in addition to the Riverview Park Bridge. Most facilities are in
good condition, with potential repairs identified for Coulon Park incorporated as part of our six-year
CIP. Cost estimates by the engineer have been completed. Terry Flatley and Todd Black reviewed
the Draft Parks, Planning, Natural Resources Capital expenditures proposed for this budget cycle.
Todd reviewed the six-year plan explaining there are three sections, acquisition, development and
major and parks maintenance. Lack of funding has caused numerous jobs to be delayed. One of the
upcoming projects is the accessible playground (jointly with school district). We will be having a
public meeting for the playground October 4, 2012, from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Hillcrest Early Childhood
Center. Terry Higashiyama did a presentation for the Renton Housing Authority and received a
$7,000 donation.
' Facilities CIP programs will be discussed at the October meeting. The CIP proposed plan is still in the
draft stages. Other potential programs include Ron Regis Park Field expansion, Urban Forestry
Program and KCD Grant (Knotweed). The Riverview Park bridge replacement is also under
consideration; if funding isn't adequate this budget cycle we may have to consider closing the bridge
to vehicular traffic
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DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS (continued)
Dav of Service
Bonnie Rerecich gave an overview of the "Day of Service" held September 8. This year was expanded
and included more churches and a total of 35 projects, fourteen of which were at individual homes.
Fee Increases/Revenue Proiections
Tim Williams, Recreation Director, reported on revenue projections and proposed fee increases. Our
numbers fell behind in swim lessons this year. The Senior Center self-sustaining programs are also
behind previous years. The average age attending and participating in programs at the Senior
Activity Center is 76. Staff will be looking at marketing opportunities to encourage participation from
a larger spectrum of the senior population.
The Renton Community Center fitness room is also experiencing decreased attendance. It is difficult
for the City to compete with the private clubs that are open 24 hours a day, and have state of the art
equipment. We may look at other, more profitable use for that space. In the interim we are
proposing lowering our monthly fitness fees to be competitive.
Staff initiated the Program Cost Recovery evaluation and reviews the costs of operation. Some
programs do not meet the model established but have been adjusted to meet requirements through
pricing, partnerships, volunteers, and sponsorships to reduce expenses. Some programs have been
cut. Copies of the proposed fee increases were distributed for the Board to review.
VII. ADMINISTRATORS REPORT
Budcaet Report
Terry indicated that at the October meeting we would review the facilities capital projects and the
general fund budget. We have sustained cuts since 2009 with no allowance for increases in utilities '
or part-time wages, so our money is not stretching as far. This year we will receive an allowance for
utility increases. We may need a little additional time next month to cover all the materials, so the
meeting possibly could run over until 6:30 p.m.
VIII. CORRESPONDENCE
A response was sent to Mr. Henderson who was present at the July meeting and requested staff to I
amend the current weight and length launch requirements, defined in the park rules and regulations,
at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. Based on the structural analysis and subsequent repairs we
sustained in the past it was our decision to uphold the limitations originally recommended and deny
the request.
Carolyn Wiemals sent an e-mail to relay how impressed she is with the Cascade Canoe and Kayak
program.
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IX. ANNOUNCEMENT
Ron Regis' Memorial Service will be held on September 12, 2012, at noon at the Renton Community
Center. The family has requested in lieu of flowers any donations be made to the City of Renton
Scholarship Program for youth sports.
X. ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by Cynthia Burns and seconded by AI Dieckman to adjourn the September 11,
2012, meeting at 6:10 p.m. All were in favor, motion carried, meeting adjourned.
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Subject: . G�n,� Coulon.Mervioriai ��ach.Park Launch �.an�s .
Dear Mr. Neriderson: . ' � -
� Thank y�u for attending the Renton Parks Commission meeting on July, 10, 2012,to .: ,
� request�re=consideration of the�boat weight and length"requirements�at Gene Coulon •
� � Merriorial Beach Park. You requested t.he ab'ility to launch a longer boat�tlian what is
� . currently allowed at.the.park.'�The sign currently iridicates a maximum boat length of
� thirty feet and a maximurn weight of teri thousand pounds. Tliese requirem.ents have
, - been. in place a �umber of years.and were based upon•a s"tructural analysis completed in .�
�. � �� August.2004 in response-to repairs that needed to.be completed.� The repairs were..� �
. . - designed for a combined boat and trailer weight of 10,000 pounds. The engineer also . -
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. � . Based on the above structural analysis and subsequent'repairs;the City will,continue to
. • limit.boats Iaunching at.Coulon Parkto-a maximum 30',length and.a maximum�.of 10,000
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. � Please:let rr�e,know if you have:a.ny additional questions•. .
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� Dave Perkins,fZecreation Coordinator � � _ �
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Mr.Williarns,
My name is Carolyn Wiemals and I am a resident of the city of Renton. I wanted to write you a quick email to
tell you how impressed I am with Cascade Canoe and Kayak.
My family and I were fortunate to have an opportunity to meet them at Renton River Days and were excited
to find out that they had a program that they were offering for kids. They were so inviting and encouraging
to my son that we signed him up that weekend.
From our perspective we are nothing but impressed by this group of people. They run Cascade Canoe and
Kayak with top notch professionalism while still managing to be welcoming and inviting to anyone interested.
In fact, my husband and I are a bit shocked we didn't know more about them after living here for 10 years as
they are literally in our backyard.
My son is having a great time learning to Kayak and it appears to be just a great opportunity for the many
other kids in his class. As you can imagine,if your child isn't into the typical Basketball and Baseball teams it
' is hard to find a sport that excites them. This maybe the one!This very much due to his coach David. What a
treasure you have in him. He appears to have a perfect balance with the kids of teaching and
encouragement and enthusiasm. He appears to sense when the kids need some kudos' but is very aware
that he is teaching them in everything he does. His passion for the sport really translates to the kids. And of
course,if our kids are happy so are we.
I just wanted to thank ou for this organization and what it offers to the citizens of Renton. It is a reall a
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gem of a place that actually should perhaps be marketed a bit more heavily. I am certain there are so many
families that would benefit either from the classes,the tours or just the opportunity to Kayak/Canoe on the
lake with their family.
If you have any questions, please feel free to give me a call or email me. Have to give Renton some thanks
� for again thinking outside the box to provide for their community. Impressive.
Thanks so much.
Carolyn Wiemals
425.793.1133
C.wiemals@comcast.net