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Home My WebLink About07/10/2007 - Minutes �+ � City of Rentor� Board of Park Commissioners ��Y �'� CITY OF RENTON � . � . `��NT°� SEP 1 2 2007 CITY CLERK S OFFICE Meeting Minutes �uiy �o, 2007 4:30 p.m.—Highlands Neighborhood Center 800 Edmonds Avenue I. CALL TO ORDER Michael O'Donin cailed the meeting to order at 4:31 p.m. In Attendance The following members were present: Ron Regis, Troy Wigestrand, Larry Reymann, AI Dieckman, Michael O'Donin, Tim Searing Absent member(s): Cynthia Burns The following staff were in attendance: Sandy Pilat, Terry Higashiyama, Bonnie Rerecich, Alex Pietsch, Teresa Nishi, Kelly Beymer, Erin Snodgrass, Jerry Rerecich, Leslie Betlach, Terry Flatley II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AI Dieckman made a motion to approve the agenda as written, Ron Regis seconded the motion. All were in favor, agenda approved. III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Ron Regis made a motion to approve the June minutes as written, AI Dieckman seconded the motion. All were in favor, motion carried. IV. ORAL COMMUNICATION/PUBLIC COMMENTS V. BOARD COMMUNICATION Troy Wigestrand presented a Sub-Committee update explaining he had met with Leslie Betlach and they were looking at creating an overview of our parks. The goal is to educate everyone and generate topics for discussion. It was suggested an informational binder could include a park map, planning areas, park terminology and a list of parks by planning area, park type and acreage. The book could identify strategies and goals, city policies as well as separate areas for open space/trail and parks information. Maps would also be included. Tour dates should be planned for early September VI. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATION Tim Searing presented the annual park board report to the Council on June 25, 2007. � City of Renton �� Park Board Minutes � `� July 10, 2007 Page 2 of 3 VII. CONSENT A request was reviewed for fee waiver for the Lindbergh and Hazen High School Golf Team 2007-2008 golf season. Estimated fees are approximately $4,962 for each school. Larry Reymann made a motion to approve the fee waiver; the motion was seconded by Michael O'Donin. All were in favor, motion carried fee waivers for 2007-2008 golf season were approved contingent upon coordination with Golf Course Manager, Kelly Beymer. VIII. DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS Highlands Update Alex Pietsch, Economic Development Administrator, was present to provide an update on the Highlands Task Force. A Phase II Taskforce will make recommendations on a variety of topics and review the existing policy framework and make recommendations as to how adopted policies might work in the Highlands. The `vision' for the Highlands describes a neighborhood characterized by compact urban development. The Task Force will also be asked to identify and prioritize action items that could implement this vision. The community could initiate neighborhood cleanups and housing rehabilitation while the City would lead with capital improvements. Leslie Betlach, Parks Director, will serve as a city staff representative. The Mayor and Council are committed to the Highlands redevelopment and looking at key issues including commercial opportunities, urban design and form, affordable housing and public safety. Election of Chairperson for 2007-2008. Troy Wigestrand indicated that Tim Searing had agreed to continue on as Chair for another year term. Ron Regis made a motion nominating Tim Searing as Chair and Larry Reymann seconded the motion. All were in favor, motion carried, Tim Searing was elected Chair. Penta Update Terry Flatley gave an update on Penta. Penta is a substance used on light poles and Troy had questioned if it was used in our park system. Terry indicated tests would be conducted and sometimes the chemical can leach into the ground but there were no concerns about serious effects due to limited contact with the light pole surfaces. July 4th Wrap lp There was a brief discussion on the 4�' of July celebration. Erin Snodgrass, intern, had distributed surveys to participants and would share the results once tabulated. It was noted the additional participation by fire and police helped make the event successful and safe. Introductions Bonnie Rerecich introduced Erin Snodgrass a graduate of Eastern University who was serving as an intern. She has helped with numerous programs, including Kids Day, 4th of July, scholarship program, and sponsorships. � � City of Renton Park Board Minutes �r `✓ July 10, 2007 Page3of3 Jerry Rerecich introduced Teresa Nishi. This is Teresa's 8th summer at Highlands Neighborhood Center and currently they are holding an Art Camp for the Summer Day Camp program. IX. OLD BUSINESS Everyone was reminded that there would not be an August meeting. We will meet again in September at the City Hall Conferencing Center. The October meeting will be at Tiffany Park and the November and December meetings will be held at City Hall. X. NEW BUSINESS Bonnie Rerecich will be at the September meeting to discuss the park rules and regulations. The Heritage Park dedication was very successful. It was estimated there were 250-300 in attendance. The kiosk was a big hit with the community, it is hoped we can install a kiosk at each park. XI. ADJOURNMENT Larry Reymann made a motion seconded by Troy Wigestrand to adjourn the meeting. All were in favor, motion carried, meeting adjourned at 5:35 p.m. Si�re NE�CT R��1LAR MEETING Sep#ernber 1 '1 , 2007 �a 4:30 p.m. �Gity Hall 7�" Floar �or�fierencing Center