HomeMy Public PortalAbout2021.08.25 PRAC MinutesParks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
8/25/2021 6:00pm
Legion Hall/Virtual Meeting- McCall, Idaho
+1208-634-8900.37606886# Phone Conference ID: 376 068 86#
• Dave mentioned the Recreation programming benefits for community
members, resident's vs nonresidents and how this issue speaks to
additional staffing needs in recreation to accommodate more
programming.
• Focus on this upcoming year- Challenges faced, developers, and
experiences as a community member and committee member.
Pandemic year challenges and highlight special events/programs -
Tiki Torch Treks & Outdoor Rink.
3. Roosevelt & Railroad St. Kempthorne Project
Kurt shared an aerial map of Roosevelt Park. The Kempthorne's own
adjacent property and a small portion of property was vacated by the city to
close off the access point off WooleyAve. Kurt shared drafted plans for the
pocket park improvements. Kurt continues to have conversations with the
Kempthorne's and they have been involved in the plans for the $30,000 park
funds.
4. Budget-LOT/CIP- Some CIPs were deferred by department choice Kurt said
for example, the pathways maintenance application. Kurt mentioned
priorities were the Masterplan and Mobilization Equipment for the Park's
Fleet which were both approved by council for full CIP request
5. Masterplan -Community Development will assist with Masterplan process
and hope to use consultants that the city has used for the Comprehensive
Plan and Pathway Masterplan. The Masterplan will go out for RFP and
priorities will be reflected. Kurt mentioned that Stefanie will create a
spreadsheet documenting our current parks, planned parks, and future
development of parks listing park features, ideas or needs, and anticipated
costs. Examples to include: outdoor exercise equipment, proposed areas for a
dog park North of Marina improvements, and the Event Center & Boat House
concept Terry also mentioned it would be beneficial for the committee and
department to know how we compare to the National Standards for Parks
and Recreation in the context of McCall and other like communities.
6. Waterfront Improvements Project and Brown Park: The project appears
to be on schedule with a completion date for mid -November. Kurt spoke too
only a couple minor setbacks with concrete access and delayed deliveries
due to availability of material, shipping of playground equipment however,
majority of park and installation etc. will be set to close LWCF Grant this fall.
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
8/25/2021 6:00pm
Legion Hall/Virtual Meeting- McCall, Idaho
+1 208-634-89OO,37606886# Phone Conference ID: 376 068 86#
• Dave mentioned the Recreation programming benefits for community
members, resident's vs nonresidents and how this issue speaks to
additional staffing needs in recreation to accommodate more
programming.
• Focus on this upcoming year- Challenges faced, developers, and
experiences as a community member and committee member.
Pandemic year challenges and highlight special events/programs -
Tiki Torch Treks & Outdoor Rink.
3. Roosevelt & Railroad St. Kempthorne Project
Kurt shared an aerial map of Roosevelt Park. The Kempthorne's own
adjacent property and a small portion of property was vacated by the city to
close off the access point off Wooley Ave. Kurt shared drafted plans for the
pocket park improvements. Kurt continues to have conversations with the
Kempthorne's and they have been involved in the plans for the $30,000 park
funds.
4. Budget-LOT/CIP- Some CIPs were deferred by department choice Kurt said
for example, the pathways maintenance application. Kurt mentioned
priorities were the Masterplan and Mobilization Equipment for the Park's
Fleet which were both approved by council for full CIP request
5. Masterplan -Community Development will assist with Masterplan process
and hope to use consultants that the city has used for the Comprehensive
Plan and Pathway Masterplan. The Masterplan will go out for RFP and
priorities will be reflected. Kurt mentioned that Stefanie will create a
spreadsheet documenting our current parks, planned parks, and future
development of parks listing park features, ideas or needs, and anticipated
costs. Examples to include: outdoor exercise equipment, proposed areas for a
dog park, North of Marina improvements, and the Event Center & Boat House
concept Terry also mentioned it would be beneficial for the committee and
department to know how we compare to the National Standards for Parks
and Recreation in the context of McCall and other like communities.
6. Waterfront Improvements Project and Brown Park: The project appears
to be on schedule with a completion date for mid -November. Kurt spoke too
only a couple minor setbacks with concrete access and delayed deliveries
due to availability of material, shipping of playground equipment however,
majority of park and installation etc. will be set to close LWCF Grant this fall.
Committee - Chair
Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee
Minutes
8/25/2021 6:00pm
Legion Hall/Virtual Meeting- McCall, Idaho
+l 'L08 -b34 -89U0.:37606886# Phone Conference ID: 376 068 86#
Steam Whistle public art is set for a community event night October 28th for
soft opening. More to come as the event approaches.
7. Recreation Department Programs & Events: Stefanie updated the
committee that summer programming has closed and upcoming fall
programming includes -Family Movie Night on Back -to -School Night, Fall
Soccer, Recreation Afternoon Fun with the PLCA afterschool program.
Programming will be light through September due to Tara and Stefanie
attending the National Parks and Recreation Conference the end of
September.
8. Parks Department Projects and Maintenance
Parks shop continues to face challenges funding is being found butatthe loss
of other CIP funding projects. 1.63 million is estimated cost to date, several
bids have been rejected and will be reopened for bid this winter. Pending
council approval of site prep work at the August 26th meeting. Once approved
site prep will begin in September begin inhouse with Parks crew.
9. Next Agenda Items: Masterplan, Black Bear Developers, Department
Updates, Annual Report update on presentation
10. Meeting motioned to adjourn Larry Motioned 7:18pm, seconded by Dave,
all in favor.
Next meeting's scheduled for September 15.
Signed: Attest:
City Staff Liaison