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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05152025 Parks MinutesPAiKS & ITCRIATION DEPARTMENI PARKS, RECREATION & F'ACILITIES COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING PortAngeles, WA May 15,2025 The meeting was conducted as a hybrid meeting. CALLTO ORDERiThe meeting was called to order by Chairperson Kiedrowski at 6:01 p.m. Members present: Chairperson Kiedrowski, CommissionerAndrews, Commissioner Fischbein, Commissioner Hilory Commissioner Fischbein, Commissioner McCaughan, and Student Representative Garcelon. Members absent: Co-chairperson Collins and Commissioner Hicks Staff present: Director Delikat and Clerk Wimberly. Director Delikat announced to the Commission Commissioner Hicks has resigned due to personal and family matters. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: It was moved by McCaughan and seconded by Hilory to: Approve the March 20,2025 Regularly scheduled minutes. Motion carried 5-0. It was moved by Fischbein and seconded by McCaughan to: Approve the March 05,2025 Special Meeting minutes Motion carried 5-0 LEGISLATION: None. PUBLIC COMMENT: None. LATE ITEMS: None. FINAIICE & PACKET ITEMS: Director Delikat reviewed the year end Budget Revenue and Expenditure reports from2024 and the most recent reports from March 2025. GUEST SPEAKERS: Steve Zenovic presented on the restoration efforts and associated improvements for the 'Restore the 4' Rayonier Locomotive Project. The presentation provided information regarding the existing condition of the locomotive, project status including upcoming phases, the overall site plan, and current fundraising efforts. Page I of6 PARKS & R€CREATION DEPARTMCNI Sean Coleman with Lincoln Park BMX also presented to the Commission providing insights on improved attendance, completed projects, statistical information describing metrics used to understand engagements and accomplishments, social support, upcoming implementations such as the three new beginner BMX leagues, and future goals. Lastly, Director Delikat highlighted Lincoln Park BMX has a Facility Use Agreement with the City of Port Angeles and the agreement is expiring shortly. The agreement will be presented to City Council for a five-year contract with hopes of a five-year rollover extension, totaling a ten-year Facility Use Agreement with City of PortAngeles. DIRECTOR'S REPORT: 1. 2025 Work Plan: Director Delikat prefaced the summarization of the Parks and Recreation Work Plan by explaining how this fits with the City of Port Angeles's longitudinal goals including the Comprehensive Plan, Strategic Plan, Long Range Financial plan, Capital Facilities Plan, City's budget, and the City Work Plan. Director Delikat highlighted l8 goals within the Work Plan referenced by the framework of four contributions to the City's work plan including: a. Community Resilience b. Citywide Resource Optimization c. Housing d. Infrastructu relMainten ance/Connectivity 18 components of the Parks and Recreation2025-2026 Work Plan presented by Director Delikat: a. Ediz Hook Derelict Structure/ Inventory and Restoration: Includes work with the Lower Elwha Klallam Tribe to enhance and restore the Ediz Hook area including removal of derelict structures. They are working on a grant to fund the project in2027. b. City Street Shade Tree Program: The City Street Shade Tree program is a collaborative partnership with Community Economic Development and Public Works. $20,000 is now budgeted annually to support the program. Director Delikat highlighted previous Parks, Recreation and Facilities Commissioner and Organizer of the City Street Shade Tree Program, Paul Forrest as he received the Community Service Award nominated by Director Delikat, City Manager West, and Deputy Mayor Carr. c. Senior Center, Fire Hall, and City Hall Improvements: Director Delikat mentioned these projects briefly as they are Capital Facilities Projects that are Page 2 of 6 PARKS & RECREAIION DEPARTMENI presented to the Commission monthly. Further discussion will occur during the Directors Report. d. Wellness & Health Communify Campaign: This is an initiative to promote healthy lifestyles through recreation and will be predominately facilitated through the Port Angeles Community Senior Center and Senior Center Manager, Carmen Geyer. Carmen Geyer will present to the Commission at a later time regarding the campaign. e. 24-Hour Restrooms: The design of the Z4-hour restrooms will hopefully be complete this year with construction occurring the following year replacing one restroom at Erickson Playfield and another restroom (possibly two) at Ediz Hook. f. City Street Tree Nursery: The nursery is also a Capital Facilities Project. The project will establish a greenhouse at the existing Park Shop not only allowing for increased efficiencies in beautification but also facilitating as a resource supporting the City Street Shade Tree Program (as noted in item b. above). g. Health & Wellness: Director Delikat mentioned Parks and Recreation implementing this initiative will occur through the Senior Center, annual 'Day of Play'event, and by supporting Kids Summer Meals Program through the local Boys and Girls Club as we allow them to utilize Erickson Playfield and Shane Park during the summer months. h. Klallam Language at City Facilities: This item of the Work Plan involves installation of street signage throughout the City exemplifuing the Klallam Language. These signs will be installed by Public Works and Utilities. Director Delikat also mentioned a collaboration with Student Representative Garcelon to have high school students create a 'Welcome'sign in the Klallam language above City Hall. i. Local Sports and Wellness: Local sports and wellness encourages opportunities to work with additional user groups to support Parks and Recreation health and wellness initiatives through utilization of existing facilities. j. Enhancement of Athletic Fields and Rental F'acilities Policies: Director Delikat highlighted the progress already made towards this item referencing improvements to the fields for the State Tournament in June. Director Delikat Page 3 of6 PAN(S & RECTEAIION DEPAIIMENI will be providing the Commission further updates on athletic field enhancements. k. Upgrades to Youth Fields: The Parks and Recreation Department has already updated five fields that are now multi-use. So, they can be used as baseball or softball fields. Prioritizing upgrading the fields allows more youth to utilize these spaces. l. Shane Park Tennis Court Removal: This Work Plan item will remove the tennis courts at Shane Park and allow for a collaboration with the City of Port Angeles Fire Department to secure Emergency Management Pods at this space while also encouraging a mitigation study with Community Economic Development on wetland areas and failing trees before the courts are removed. m. Cify Hall Assessment: Director Delikat mentioned we're outgrowing our facilities. In City Hall, the expansion of employees with the City has left limited space. A consultant will provide advice on next steps for City Hall likely leading to consultation for additional facilities in the future. n. Continuing Education: Director Delikat mentioned an emphasis on Parks and Recreation employees furthering their education. Administrative Specialist and Clerk Wimberly was mentioned for her involvement in the Peninsula College Business Leadership Academy, Parks Manager Tucker is currently involved in the Parks Resource Management School, Senior Center Manager, Geyer is applying for the WS Women's Leadership Course, Facility Coordinator, Droz is currently working on his BAS degree in Business Management at the Peninsula College, and members of the Parks crew will be taking a course on Adult Mental Health at Peninsula Behavioral Health to better equip them with resources when interacting with members of the community. o. Loop Trail: Director Delikat mentioned a partnership with Clallam County to install a loop trail of Vern Sameulson Trail along Valley Creek. This is a Capital Facilities Plan item that has been idle for quite some time. Coordination with multiple partners will follow. p. Laurel Street Stairs: The Parks Department applied for a $4 million-dollar federal grant. However, unfortunately, there is no funding available for the project. In the interim, there will be a collaboration with Community Economic Development, Port Angeles Waterfront District, the community, the Parks Commission, and City Council for establishing the final design. Page 4 of6 PAR(I & RICNEA'ION DEPARTMENT q. Snow Plan Poticy: Director Deliakt acknowledged the Parks Department has been referencing an existing policy for snow mitigation created with Public Works and Utilities. Director Delikat has a draft of the new snow policy currently being reviewed by the Streets Department. r. Parks Navigator: The Parks Navigator exemplifies a possible promotion for an existing Parks Carteaker to assist members of the community utilizing city parks in need ofexternal resources. A discussion followed among the Commission acknowledging the Work Plan including comments and questions. Withstanding the work plan, an inquiry was asked by Commissioner Hilory on the status of the historical cabins at Lincoln Park after Sandy Keys'presentation. Director Delikat noted the cabins will be given back to Mr. Keys next week. Commissioner Hilory also mentioned volunteerism followed by a brief conversation among the Commission. 2. Parks Seasonals: Director Delikat mentioned the immense support Parks Seasonals provide during the Summer months. The Parks and Recreation Department previously had roughly 14-18 Seasonals but struggled post pandemic with less than half the employees previously employed. However, in2024 momentum was gained with 13 strong seasonals. There are currently 12 for the Summer of 2025 including five returning Parks Laborer Seasonals which is invaluable. Director Delikat highlighted primary focuses including mowing, ballfield maintenance, and beautification. 3. Civic Field Videoboard: The videoboard and civic field upgrades were acknowledged including new asphalt and the recent implementation of the videoboard frame that willbe later hoisted with a crane. The videoboard will be vastly larger than the existing. A videoboard policy will be created in coordination with Parks Manger Tucker and the Lefties Baseball team. The cost of the board was roughly $750,000 with $600,000 to be reimbursed. 4. HVAC Updates: a. City Hall: $1.5 million grant was awarded two years ago for the solar and battery installation. The money was given back with hopes to receive a $1 million-dollar grant for the HVAC units themselves. However, unfortunately the grant for the HVAC units was not funded. Another $1 million dollars would be required to also replace the roof as necessary for the solar installation. For the interim, a $100,000 grant is being utilized to upgrade the existing boiler. Page 5 of6 PANKS & RECSEATION DEPARTMENl b. Senior Center: The battery has yet to be installed as it is still being held in China. An inquiry was made with the State for an extension on the project with the hope to begin work again in June 2025. c. Fire Hall: The HVAC project for the Fire Hall will likely occur in June2025 Director Delikat noted hopes of the Senior Center HVAC battery installation completion occurring before the Fire Hall project begins. 5. Lincoln Park Roadway/Parking Lot Improvements: Timing and partnerships exemplifies the recent improvements at Lincoln Park as presented by Director Delikat. Director Delikat spoke about the rough condition of the previous road going into the park. New asphalt was laid not only on the transportation loop but parking lots as well. A new walkway was installed which also includes ADA parking and portable restrooms. This was a joint improvement project between the Street Department, NOBAS, Clallam County, and the Port of PortAngeles. A new entryway with signage to the ballfields was also mentioned. DISCUSSION: Director Delikat acknowledged the next regularly scheduled meeting occurring June 19, 2025 which is also the Juneteenth holiday. A brief discussion occurred regarding alternative meeting dates, and it was proposed to host the next meeting on June 12,2025. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Kiedrowski adjourned the meetin g at 7 :34 p.m. a ski, Chairperson Shanee Wimberly, Clerk Page 6 of6