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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-09-2013 Parks and Recreation CommissionAGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2013 Meeting Room B Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center 4:00 p.m. Call to order Approval of minutes from meeting of September 11, 2013 4:02 p.m. Public Discussion of any item not on the agenda. 4:05 p.m. Neighborhood Open Space Review • Stone Bridge Estates - Part 8 & 9 • Windsor Ridge West — Part 3 • Eastbrook Summit Flats — 6`" Addition • Country Club Estates — 51" Addition 4:10 p.m. Depart for parks tour. MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION SEPTEMBER 11, 2013 DRAFT ROBERT A. LEE COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER — MEETING ROOM B Members Present: Suzanne Bentler, David Bourgeois, Clay Claussen, Maggie Elliott, Cara Hamann, Lucie Laurian, John Westefeld, Joe Younker Members Absent: Allie Gnade Staff Present: Mike Moran, Chad Dyson, Terry Robinson Others Present: Joan Jehle, Bill Coleman, KT Labadie, Nick Ricciardi, Susan Bryant, John Thomas, John Kardos, Anne Duggan, John Clark CALL TO ORDER Chairman Claussen called the meeting to order at 5 p.m. Claussen called for a moment of silence in memory of the lives lost on September 11, 2001. RECOMMENDATIONS TO COUNCIL: (to become effective only after separate Council action): None OTHER FORMAL ACTION TAKEN: Bentler noted that there was a change necessary on page 2 of the August minutes. Westefeld was noted as inquiring about The Chauncey, however, Westefeld was absent from that meeting. PUBLIC DISCUSSION: None INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF MEMBER: Moran introduced Scott Justason to the Commission. Scott is the City's new Facility Manager and is replacing the vacancy left by the retirement of Steve Roberts. Scott said that he was happy to be here. He was welcomed by the Commission. FRIENDS OF HICKORY HILL PARK REPORT: John Thomas with the Friends of Hickory Hill Park was present to discuss the CIP budget for the park. He said that since last year the group has met to discuss ideas for improvements and development strategies for Hickory Hill Park. The general consensus of the group is that they can complete these projects for less than what the consultant's report reflected. They would like to discuss their strategies with the Commission and City staff as well as request funding for a more scaled back approach. Thomas handed out their master plan improvements idea list to the Commission. He addressed item IV: Prairie Restoration. He wanted all to understand that the PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 2 of 8 Friends of Hickory Hill Park (FHHP) have organized a considerable amount of volunteer work for remedial tasks on the trail and prairie restoration by ways of burns to keep the invasive species down. Items V through VII address ideas to expand the scope beyond trails and bridges. Most of the park users come to the park to experience a natural setting that is available through the trail system. FHHP would like to supplement the trails with way -finding signs, furnishings, and a rustic park structure at the park interior that would include interpretive information, seating and a shelter with a roof. They also addressed ideas for park improvements at Bloomington and the north entrance. Their ideas include a full accessible loop path, a drinking fountain, and a water source for plants, furnishings and additional recreational planning such as a playground near a picnic shelter while keeping the aesthetic character of the park in mind. Lastly they address ways in stabilizing the banks and ways to retain some of the storm water that collects at the park such as in parking and lawn areas and hope to provide overlook points. KT Labadie presented a spreadsheet that breaks down the potential projects and what FHHP see as their short term and long term visions area. Their main focus is working on how to make the park more accessible. She mentioned that some of the trails have a lot of issues and during inclement weather; it can be difficult to use them. FHHP really wants to focus on the smaller projects such as implementing repairs in the park. She noted that they had a group of volunteers (45) that came out to do some trail repairs and students have been retained to do some more work this fall. She said that these are issues that are going to keep recurring. Some of these trails will need the City to step in with their equipment and manpower to make repairs and adjustments to prevent these issues from recurring. Labadie stated that their main priority for the rest of 2013 and moving into 2014 is to address some of these trail issues making it so that there aren't as many problem areas, and looking at how to make more seating/resting areas within the park. They want to focus on getting volunteers to do invasive species removal. It is a very important part of the park and is important to show what a healthy prairie looks like and what a healthy woodland forest should look like. Moran has an interest in getting some of these things done as well. FHHP would like the commission to support them in prioritizing some of these projects in the park and work towards making it as accessible as possible. Westefeld asked how the commission and staff can start to look at this project in relationship to the CIP. Moran is going to attend the FHHP meeting to discuss an approach. He asked them for a prioritization list. Moran further noted that some of the work can be completed by City staff, while other parts will need to be contracted work. The contracted work is what will need to be funded through the CIP. Laurian likes the idea of benches and perhaps solicit memorial donations for some of them. Labadie suggested that there be signage highlighting the projects that are being worked on for restoration. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 3 of 8 DoQPAC REPORT: Sue Bryant with DogPAC was present to express the appreciation of the group for the support they have received from City staff and the commission. There have been a lot of improvements and attention given to the dog parks over the summer. She stated that the adding of access to water at Thornberry has been a great enhancement. Also the third fenced in area at Rita's Ranch is a great addition to the park. She noted that David Bourgeois has been a master at accessing support from the community. Bourgeois reported that irrigation is going on now and will run a couple of hours daily at midnight. He suggested that the dog parks be added to the Commissions annual tour in October. RIVERSIDE THEATRE: Ron Clark from Riverside Theatre was present to discuss the present and future of the Shakespeare Festival Stage. He noted that the festival this season was held in -doors due to the flooding of City Park. He explained that there is a magic in the experience of watching these performances at the outdoor stage. When held in -doors, the ticket sales drastically decline. This stage is a draw to City Park by providing a venue for plays, weddings and other special events. The fact that there has been a flood twice in five years, forcing them to move indoors and causing a decline in ticket sales, is becoming more of a concern for Ron and Jody. They have come up with three possible considerations to help with continued use of the stage: 1. Consider building a flood wall. 2. Raise the existing road in front of the festival stage as well as a parking lot. This summer if the water had not gone over the road, they would have continued their season in the park. 3. Increase the accessibility to lower City Park from upper City Park. Ron noted that he is at tonight's commission meeting to ask for the groups support while considering prioritization of CIP projects. Laurian asked if they can still perform a play during a flood. Clark said that it is possible as long as the facility and parking are secure and the patrons feel secure. Elliott agrees that there is a huge difference when viewing a play outdoors versus indoors. Laurian asked if the road on the west side of the park was going to be moved. Moran reported that Park Road will remain in its current location and that there is no plan to elevate the west side. Commission thanked Ron Clark for coming to the meeting. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 4 of 8 IT,M1114 a1�\1k[tila7 1= Moran and other staff will be meeting next week to discuss the survey that will be sent to the public again regarding the Master Plan. He hopes to have results available for commission by the December 2013 meeting. CIP PRIORITIZATION: Moran distributed the CIP prioritization list to Commission from last year along with a list updating what has been accomplished to date. He also distributed a new list. He noted that the Recreation Center improvements have been completed and that City Park pool renovation project is in progress. He suggested that Hickory Hill Park Improvements, totaling $250,000, should be approached as a three phase project. Younker asked if there is a minimum amount where it just wouldn't be feasible to request, in other words, would not be enough to do any improvements to the park. Moran thought that $50,000 would be enough to get started; however, John Thomas feels that $250,000 is a reasonable request. Moran said it is worthwhile to request enough to pay a contractor to do some of the work. Moran then addressed the Pedestrian Bridge from Rocky Shore to the Peninsula. He said the way it was left with Commission last year is that it would stay on the list but no dollar amount would be assigned until we secured a funding source. He stated that commission can still make this is a priority but to keep in mind that there is no funding mechanism at this time. Elliott feels that since this request was put out there that there have been many ways put in place since to enter the park. She feels there may be less of a need for a bridge. Westefeld agreed with Elliott and is willing to move this down the priority list. Moran mentioned that the department will continue working on master plans for each park. Two of these have been funded and include Willow Creek Park and City Park. These will be complete this year. He will be able to give a dollar figure for these projects after the RFP process is complete in December, 2013. Sand Prairie Enhancement includes a parking lot across from Napoleon Park for ten or so cars. Moran said that the Peninsula Park Trail ($200,000 REAP Grant) may be abandoned. Initial plan was to tie it in from the park to interstate 80. In the process there were cliffs found in this area which will make it a very difficult process. Laurian asked what will happen to the grant money in that case. Moran said that it may be reassigned to another project. City Park Trail will be included in the master plan. Frauenholtz Miller Park project is ongoing. The design work is done and the project is out for bid. As there were some conflicts in the process, this project has been pushed back to 2015. City Park Cabin Restoration: Staff is working on fundraising efforts and will be creating an on- line donation site. Hickory Hill Park Restroom project is complete Terry Trueblood Recreation Area is complete. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 5 of 8 Secondary Access Road into City Park: Moran noted that neighbors are not in favor of this project. Neighbors are concerned about the increased traffic this may cause. Younker asked how a secondary access would affect Riverside Festival Stage. Moran noted that currently, with only one entrance, all vehicles pass by the stage twice, however, by putting in a second access/exit, it would likely decrease the traffic flow going by the stage as well as the noise created by the traffic. Moran then addressed the new projects with Commission: Recreation Facility Funding: Moran noted that there is currently a Park Improvement Fund in place. He would like to create a similar fund for recreation facilities. Ball Diamond Irrigation: An irrigation system in lower City Park would help with playability of the fields. City Park Pool Phase 2: This would continue on the project that is already planned. Staff will survey community to find out what they would like to see at the pool such as additional storage, family locker rooms, concessions, for example. Moran asked Commission to look at this list and let him know if they would like to see any changes. While he cannot guarantee that their priorities will be funded, it is nice for the CIP Committee to see what the commission sees as important. Laurian asked if the Commission needs to develop a plan for Chauncey Swan Park for during and after construction of The Chauncey. Claussen explained that John Yapp with the Planning Department has attended past meetings and that Commission will have a chance to give input in the planning phase of the park. Elliott wondered if the Sand Prairie Enhancement Project may become a lower priority since it no longer affects the number of people that some of the other projects listed would. Laurian noted that she would like to see ongoing recreation funding moved to the top of the priority list. Elliott asked if the master planning process for City Park would be the time to address issues with Riverside Stage. Moran noted that Ron Clark and Jody Hovland with the theatre will have the chance to look at the RFP's. Laurian asked if when the RFP's for the master plan of Willow Creek are done, should staff also look at adding a west side park to that master plan at that time as well. She also asked if the Peninsula Park Trail project is abandoned, should Commission start discussing where to reassign the REAP Grant. Moran said there are restrictions on where this can be reassigned. He will look into those guidelines. Moran noted that the CIP Meeting is a week from tonight's meeting. He asked that if commission members had any changes to this prioritization list, to send to him as soon as possible. He will make those changes and send out with his Friday Update. Younker asked that if the master plans for the parks were not approved, would that also mean that there could be no improvements to park. Moran said that in theory this is the case. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 6 of 8 NEIGHBORHOOD OPEN SPACE REVIEW: None RECREATION DIVISION REPORT: Chad Dyson noted that they have completed the public input process for City Park Pool. There was overwhelming support of a picnic area and a zero entry to the pool, which will make the pool ADA compliant. Heavy on the wish list were shade structures over the wading pool. A free form concept for additional fencing was the most popular amongst those that attended the meeting. Chad shared concept photos with the Commission. Staff hopes to be through the design process by the end of September. He will again ask for public input. He hopes to get it on the council agenda and then out to bid by late fall with construction completed by the end of April. Westefeld thought it was great that the survey was done on-line. He said he has had many people comment to him about how great it was to have a chance to give input. PARKS DIVISION REPORT: Robinson reported. Parks Staff has started to put up poles for disc golf at Wetherby Park. Shelter #6 will be delivered and will start construction next week. 90% of the affected area at City Park due to the flood has been re -seeded. Sand removal will occur within the next two months. Staff is doing concrete work on the trails, mostly behind West High School. The trails sank next to the approaches to the bridges. The irrigation system is complete at Thornberry Dog Park. The fountain for both dog and human use has been completed. Laurian asked if there would be a different type of grass planted at City Park. Robinson said they are using a much less expensive turf. He also noted that there is no grass that will survive under two weeks of water. Forestry There has been one staff person that has been assigned to watering trees 8 hours a day for the last two months. This person had to be taken from the mowing crew to do this. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 7 of 8 + • : �t�1�]31 Moran thanked everyone for attending the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area Grand Opening Celebration in August. He noted that the renting of The Park Lodge has picked up considerably The department has contracted with an Events Services Coordinator to assist with running special events at the facility. The Ashton House reconstruction has begun and looks to be done in January of 2014. Normandy Drive public hearing to approve plans and specs is set for next Tuesday. This will include the addition of a playground, landscaping, and trail work through next spring. Commission Terms: Allie Gnade, John Westefeld and Clay Claussen terms will all expire in January. If interested in renewing, they need to have their applications in by Wednesday, November 6. Westefeld noted that he will not be applying. Moran reminded Commission of their annual park tour in October. There will be a brief meeting at 4 p.m. and then they will depart for the tour. If there are any particular areas that members would like to visit, they were asked to let Moran know. CHAIR'S REPORT: Claussen reported that he received a phone call from Josh O'Leary regarding the possibility of a beach being added to City Park. Claussen asked what the proper response is from a Commission member when they are contacted by the media. It was commission consensus that these requests should be forwarded to Mike Moran. COMMISSION TIME/SUGGESTIONS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: ADJOURNMENT: Westefeld noted that the grand opening event at TTRA was great and thanked all the staff for their hard work. Elliott praised staff for their excellent fund raising for the project. Bourgeois also complemented staff on a job well done for the TTRA Grand Opening. Laurian stated that she was happy to be back. Hamann noted that she went paddle -boarding on TTRA Lake and really enjoyed it. She also enjoyed the dog paddle at City Park. Moved by Bourgeois, seconded by Elliott, to adjourn the meeting at 6:55 p.m. Motion passed 8-0 with Gnade being absent. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION September 11, 2013 Page 8 of 8 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION NAME N N N M M M M M M M h TERM .N- EXPIRES Suzanne 1/1/17 * * " " * " " " " " X X Bentler David 1/1/15 X LQ X X O/E O/E X X X LQ X X X Bourgeois Clay 1/1/14 X LQ X X X X X X X LQ X X X Claussen Maggie 1/1/13 X LQ X X X X X O/E X LQ X X X Elliott Allison 1/1/14 X LQ X X X X X X X LQ X O/E O/E Gnade Cara 1/1/16 X LQ X X X X X X X LQ X X X Hamann Aaron 1/1/13 X LQ O O Krohmer Lucie 1/1/15 X LQ X X O/E O/E O/E O/E O/E LQ O/E O/E X Laurian Alex 1/1/16 X X X X X X Taylor John 1/1/14 X LQ X X X X X X X LQ X I X Westefeld Joe 1/1/16 X LQ X X X X X X X LQ X X X Younker ATTENDANCE RECORD KEY: X = Present O = Absent O/E = Absent/Excused NM = No meeting LQ = No meeting due to lack of quorum = Not a member at this time city of iowa city PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 220 S. Gilbert Street TO: Michael Moran FROM: Chad Dyson DATE: October 4, 2013 RE: September 2013 Monthly Report S.P.I. New staff members were hired and attended SPI orientation sessions in preparation for the fall programs. (Master Plan: Enhance Program Development and Maximize the Planning Process) SPI Fall Session I programs began with 55 participants in Special Olympics (SO) Track $ Field, 43 in SO Bocce and 41 in SO Soccer. Special Olympics Flag Football was offered for the first time with 29 registrations. The "End Zone Edibles" cooking class had 19 participants, (Master Plan: Enhance Program Development and Track Performance Measures) Recreation Division Special Olympics athletes competed in the SO State Equestrian competition at Jester Park. (Master Plan: Enhance Program Development) To provide leadership, network with other professionals, and to learn about new trends in parks and recreation, staff attended the IPRA Fall Workshop in Bettendorf. (Master Plan: Provide Staff with Education Development Opportunities) PRESCHOOL/JR./SR. HIGH ACTIVITIES - SCANLON GYM • First session of Youth Sports started:, K-61i grade flag football, Preschool soccer, Youth Tennis, Taekwondo, and 3rd- 6`" grade volleyball. (Skateboarding and Running Club did not meet the minimum number of required participants) An ICRD Staff and volunteer coach meeting was conducted prior to each program. (Goal 1: Maximize the Planning Process). This fall 12 teams are coached by volunteers and 1 team has sponsorship. (Goal 7: Assure Financial Sustainability) • This fall the ICRD is offering biweekly game room tournaments after school at the MPACSG for Junior High Students, iT is also offering family fun nights on the 2"s Friday of each month. The MPASCG is also offering indoor pickle ball on Monday and Thursday afternoons. • With the start of the school year, program restarted; Grant Wood Skate night (Goal 4 Pursue Comprehensive Service Delivery), Pickle ball on Mondays and Thursdays at the MPAC/SG (Goal 8: Collaborate with Community Organizations), and Friday Family Fun Night (Goal 10: Plan for Continued Equitable Level of Service as Community Grows) • Met with Joe Williams, former Hawk wrestler/ NCAA Champ, to offer an Intro to Youth Wrestling Program that will kick off in October. • Normal Monthly Including: Promotions of programs and activities through active net, article manager, press release and ICCSD backpack. (Goal #6: Increase Awareness of Program Offerings) Conduct post on -rental evaluations. (Goal #5: Solicit Community Involvement and Feedback)Send out weekly updates to part time staff regarding policies and upcoming information. (Goal #1: Maximize the Planning Process) Recreation Division September 2013 Monthly Report Page 2 of 3 SPORTS/WELLNESS Staff posted upcoming program information on the department's web page. Staff also posted an article on the department's website regarding the facilities howl during the Labor Day holiday. (Goal # 6 — Increase Awareness of Program Offerings). 6,911 people were recorded on the howdy attendance in the month of August at the RAL Recreation Center. (August 2013- 9,447. September 2012- 7,264) (Goal #2 —Track Performance Measures). Staff posted upcoming program information on the three slide -show monitors in the RAL Recreation Center. Slides about the Halloween Parade and Carnival, the Fall Festival, and the 5K Zombie Run are just a few of the new ones. (Goal # 6 — Increase Awareness of program Offerings). Fall volleyball registration ended September 20. There are 10 teams on Sunday and 15 on Tuesday. 2012 total: 8 on Sunday and 15 on Tuesday. (Goal # 6 — Increase Awareness of Program Offerings and Goal #2 — Track Performance Measures). Fall softball runs through the end of October (weather permitting). (Goal # 6 — Increase Awareness of Program Offerings and Goal #2 — Track Performance Measures). SOCIAL CULTURAL: Parks and Recreation and Communications Departments staff have developed an ONLINE FUNDRAISING site for the Foundation. The current project is for the preservation and restoration of the City Park Cabins. We encourage you to access this site at http:/hvww.razoo,coin/story/lowa-Cii),-Parks-And-Recreation-Foundation and then spread the word by any online means you may choose; address book, Facebook, etc. Ask friends and relatives to do the same. One interesting side note is that our first "fan" was from the Czech Republic our second from Iowa City. Thanks for your help. (Master Plan: Pursue alternative funding and increase awareness of program offerings) The city's new finance system MUNIS is now in place; up and running. Staff attended training sessions in August and September. Fall ARTS AND ENVIRONMENT CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS began mid -month. Registrations are particularly strong in dance and theatre classes. Registrations in classes for adults are also better than expected. KID'S DAY at Farmer's Market was a grand success once again thanks to the hard work of Tammy Neumann. Several hundred children and their parents participated in activities offered by many local agencies and the Recreation Division as well. (Master Plan: Fun for the kiddos; increase awareness of program offerings) Little Angels Day Care brought a group of dozen children to play in the DISCOVERY GARDEN. New promotions went out this month to encourage day cares and preschools to use the space for field trips. We will be sending reminders monthly through November and then pick them up again in February when the garden begins to "come alive." Special attention is being spent to promote to groups in need of no cost activities. (Master Plan: Increase awareness of program offerings and reach out to those in financial need) HALLOWEEN PARADE AND CARNIVAL preparations are now full steam ahead. Although much will remain the same in this vintage program, we are arranging for several surprise special visitors to attend and entertain. This program is free of charge. See the flier included in this packet. (Master Plan: Expand volunteer opportunities and reach out to those in financial need) Recreation Division September 2013 Monthly Report Page 3 of 3 DON'T MISS THE TWO OCTOBER FUNDRAISERS TO RESTORE THE LOG CABINS: BOTH ON OCTOBER 19; FALL PIONEER FESTIVAL, 1-3PM WITH YOUTH FOCUS AND ZOMBIE RUN BEGINNING AT 5PM WITH ADULT FOCUS. AQUATICS Will distribute at the meeting. IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PRESENTS: WEEP Friday, October 25, 2013 6:00 pm: Meet in costume by the Weatherdance Fountain in the Ped Mall, at the intersection of Dubuque and College Streets 6:15 pm: Join the parade to the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center 6:30 to 8:00 pm: Enjoy treats, tricks, prizes, crafts, cookie decorating, the Haunted Hallway, a Fortune Teller, and MORE at the carnival at the Recreation Center! In case of inclement weather, the parade will be cancelled — but the carnival at the Recreation Center will be held rain or shine! This event is accessible to people with disabilities. a�c�oa'faEe'Is GEt � D IVIV, oI OJOS! DON'T �N ��I�MEai►E i 1 �eCr�'l �TOIl NO FEE! NO PRE -REGISTRATION NECESSARY! ALL AGES WELCOME! All children must be accompanied by an adult Iowa City's designated hours for trick or treating: October 31 from dusk to 8 pm. For more information: 40 319/356-5100 www.icgov.org/pr U To: Mike Moran, Director From: Russell Buffington Date: October 3, 2013 Re: Monthly Report for September 2013 I. OPERATING A. Interments ( 9 ) 1. Cremation, Non-resident, weekend 2 @ $450.00 2. Cremation, Non-resident 3 @ $300.00 3. Cremation, Resident 1 @ $200,00 4. Cremation, Resident, weekend I @ $300.00 5. Resident, Infant I @ $100.00 6. Adult fill burial, Non-resident I @ $900.00 INCOME FROM INTERMENTS B. Lot Sales 1. Resident, Columbarium Niche 2 @ $700.00 2. Resident, flush cremation space 4 @ $300.00 3. Resident, Adult Monument Space 7 @ $700.00 INCOME FROM LOT SALES ov low, L/L ery a ant-parpetnel care cemetery established in 1843 TOTAL FROM INTERMENTS & LOT SALES AMOUNT $900.00 $900.00 $200.00 $300.00 $100.00 900.00 $3,300.00 $1,400.00 $1,200.00 $4,900.00 $7,500.00 $10,800.00 Mwling Address: Phone (319) 356r5105 La owir: 410 EasttVashinglo); Strnct Aic (319) 341-4179 1000&aunt 5twet Iowa C7h/, IA 52240-1826 toTva Cttu, IA 52240 II. CEMETERY MAINTENANCE HOURS A. Funerals 51 B. Ground Maintenance 157.5 C. Equipment Repair & Maintenance 48 D. Cemetery Planting 59 E. Building Maintenance 22 F. Mow Cemetery 67.5 G. Trim Cemetery 48 TOTAL CEMETERY MAINTENANCE 453 HOURS III. CEMETERY BUDGETED & SPECIAL PROJECTS HOURS A. Funeral OT 4 B. Meetings 1.5 C. Lot Locating 16 D. Lot Sales 5 E. Genealogy Requests 4 TOTAL CEMETERY BUDGETED & SPECIAL PROJECTS 30.5 HOURS IV. ADMINISTRATIVE & OFFICE DUTIES 174 HOURS V. OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE HOURS A. Mow Outside Cemetery I B. Trim Outside Cemetery 0 TOTAL OUTSIDE MAINTENANCE 1 HOUR VI. TOTAL CEMETERY HOURS 791 HOURS `total hours include the following 1. Leaves with pay 2. Rest Periods 3. Supervisor x 1 4. PFT x 2 5. Temporary Full-time x 2 Mait(ng Address; Plione (319) 356-5101 Locahow 410 East Washington Sheet Fax (319) 341-1179 1000 Biozoa Stmet lowa Citti 1A 52240-1826 Iowa City, lA 52240 DEPARTMENT Of PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION Of PARk s, FORESTRY ANd CBD Date: October 2, 2013 To: Michael Moran, Director from: Terry Robinson, Superintendent Re: Parks Monthly Report —September 2013 I. GENERAL OPERATIONS A. Parks Security Duties B. Construction Install'ITRA Bike Racks 8 Install Soccer Playground 200 Install New Shelterat-Mi"Ficeii 275+ C. Trait Repairs D. Mgivm E.Clean ingSheltors`&P4rk`Are�s - F. F19oti reparra`(FBIv{�) Y G. Pruning and;Watemig'Trees (Assisting Fore H. Dog Parks Install Fountaru 0 Checking Wafer 1 eygls, 16 Clean & Fill'Nater.Tank' 8 Collecting Money - 5 Instalftibrary (Mail) Box 10 I. Ground Repairs J. Garbage Pick Up K. Install Frisbee Golf Stations at Wetherby Park L. Facility Repairs M. Plumbing & Electrical Repairs N. Cleaning Shops O. Equipment Repair & Maintenance P. Install & Repair Benches MEMORANdUM Hours 552 483 482 344 274 192 105 84 78 64 50 44 41 41 37 37 Q, Dropping Off and Picking Up Materials/ Equipment R. Picnic Table Repairs & Moving S. Meetings T. Weed eating U. Carnival Ride Maintenance V. Cleaning Sand Off Trails W. Doctor Appointments (Workmen Comp.) X, Misc. Tasks 34 25 11 9 7 6 6 4.5 DEPARTMENT Of PARKS & RECREATION DIVISION Of PARks, FORESTRY ANd CBD Date: October• 2, 2012 To : Michael Moran, Director From: Terry Robinson, Superintendent RE : Forestry Monthly Report— September 2013 I FIELD OPERATION / SERVICE REQUESTS A. SERVICE REQUESTS: 43,..Trees Pruligd 3,7 , 9 hours for pot199 "No Far'kmg`S srg s 1 k; B. STORM.DAMAQts J�ffersotti, Sherii��i C. PAR'XS`B SP'8CW ra Scott Set B. RQUTINE PARK MAINT: See Attached for Details C, TRAIL MAINTENANCE: Included on Detail HOURS = 16 220 YeeS moved = NA 10 D. TRANSPLANTING / HAND PLANTING Forestry Crew Hand Plant; Forest Glen (Cul-de-sac) : Native Am Flame Hornbeam 149 Shrader Rd: 2 Urban Pinnacle Oaks 404 S Governor: 2 ruby Slippers Amur Maples 419 S Governor: Ivory Silk Lilac E. NURSERY Watering & Pruning 21 32 26 F. TREES REMOVED Size Distribution CLASS I = 17 CLASS II = 10 CLASS III = 4 III. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS A, CHAIN SAW/ HAND TOOL MAINT 29 Saws & chains 17 hrs Hand tools 12 firs B. EQUIPMENT TRANSFER/ EQUIP MAINT. 23 Transfers 5 firs Maintenance 17 firs C. SHOP TIME 18 Cleaning 18 firs D, DUMP CHIPS/ FUEL TRUCKS 4 IV. ADMINSTRATION A. New Service Requests 53 B. Private Trim Notices 13 C. Planting Prep 17 D. Sidewalk Inspection 1 E.Other - 18 Office Work - 8 firs, Logs- 10 firs Work completed at Various Parks, Green Spaces Right of Ways and Trails Month- September 2013 Loeatimr Trim Removal Class Work Hours -. - Other Wetherb . Park 8 Mulch & Cut Slum s Beaton Hilt Park S Ve elation Removal Mercer Park 6 25 — Thornberry Dog Park 31 3,4 14 Hunter's Run Park 6 10 Vegetation Removal Court Hill Park 1/11I 15 Glendale Park 4 14 Vegetation Removal Cre_ekside Park Napoleon Shop 6 4 Wood Pick Up Brush Pile Totals 47 3/1 & 1/11I 101 Trails Maintenance- TTRA Trail 2.5 Vegetation Removal Willow Creek Trail 11 Vegetation Removal Scott Park Trail 7.5 Vegetation Removal Total 21 AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 4:00 p.m. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2013 Meeting Room B Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center 4:00 p.m. Call to order Approval of minutes from meeting of September 11, 2013 4:02 p.m. Public Discussion of any item not on the agenda. 4:05 p.m. Neighborhood Open Space Review • Stone Bridge Estates - Part 8 & 9 • Windsor Ridge West — Part 3 • Eastbrook Summit Flats — 6°i Addition • Country Club Estates — 51h Addition 4:10 p.m. Depart for parks tour. SEPTEMBER SUMMARY 2013 I.Events are up from a year ago, 695 in September 2013 compared to 657 in September 2012. 2. Baseball events are the reason for the increase , we had 96 in September 2013 compared to 57 in September 2012, 3.Soccer events remained steady from last year, Nye had 363 in September 2013 compared to 368 in September 2012. 4.Footbali events are up compared to last year, we had 61 in September 2013 compared to 20 in /September 2012 5.1-abor hours are down li om a last year, we had 1,722 in September 2012 compared to 1,5075 in September 2013. 6. Labor hours in Parks are up from last year, we had I it) September 2012 compared to 173 in September 2013, we installed irrigation at Thornberry Dog Park this fall and that is the reason for the increase. 7.Conshvction hours are down from a year ago, we had 702 in September 2012 compared to 18 in September 2013, this decrease is from the Napoleon renovation project on fields #1, #2, #3 & #4 that was done last fall. 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