HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark 2013-03-20 Approval of 2/20/13 MinutesTUKWILA
PARKS & RECREATION
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PARKS COMMISSION
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February 20, 2013 5:30pm Tukwila Community Center
CaII to Order: Parks Committee Chairperson Sean Albert called the meeting to order at 5:30pm.
Attendance: Commissioners — Sean Albert, Don Scanlon, Joanne McManus, Alice Russell, Scott Kruize
Staff — Dave Johnson
Scott Kruize left at 6:OOp.m.
Approval of Minutes: Scott Kruize moved to approve the Minutes of the January 16, 2013 meeting. Joanne
McManus seconded the motion, and the motion passed unanimously.
Citizen Comment: no citizen comment
Business Items
A. Protect Update — Dave Johnson briefly reviewed the Project Update with the Commissioners, and noted
that most of the work is being done at the Pool.
B. Tukwila Tree & Environment Advisory Committee Update — Don Scanlon and Sean Albert reported that
most of the work to this point has been researching policy and old codes, trying to understand and
streamline language, and really more procedural in nature. They are excited to begin work on trees. Don
provided a link to the Committee's materials that is on the City website —
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C, Transportation Solution Letter - The Commissioners signed a letter to the Mayor to express their support
for exploring transportation solutions to increase access for community members to get to the
Community Center and other Recreation facilities throughout Tukwila. The Commissioners discussed their
support and importance of finding solutions. Dave indicated that the letter would be delivered to the
Mayor and a copy to the Council President, The Commissioners are hopeful that the Mayor shares the
letter during an upcoming Council meeting.
D. "Clean Parks" Initiative — Dave Johnson informed the Commissioners that staff are meeting on Thursday
to work on the details of the initiative. At a minimum, staff are exploring an education piece in the
schools followed by a Park Clean -up at a park located near the school to engage the kids and their
families. Additionally, placing some temporary signage in some of the challenging areas, including a Trail
Clean -up as part of the Green River Trail re- opening on June 1, and having monthly Clean -up events that
rotate through different parks.
E. PROS Plan Update — Dave Johnson informed the Commissioners that the agreement for the PROS Plan is
going through the Council process. Dave briefly reviewed the Scope of Work and recommended that the
Parks Commission serve as host for the community workshops.
F. Department Update — Recreation staff are busy on summer planning and brochure development. The
Washington Recreation & Park Association Mid -Year Conference will be held at Tukwila Community
Center on October 23, 2013. Due to the rain, it's difficult to mow, so parks and golf crews are busy
edging, top dressing, hedging, mulching and dealing with graffiti. Exploring ways to expand the
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Recreation Scholarship Program to be able to broaden and deepen the program by increasing our "back-
up" funding (i.e. donations).
G. TMC Review— Commissioners asked for some history about the Parks Commission. Dave Johnson shared
that the current Tukwila Municipal Code for the Parks Commission was adopted in 1977. At the time,
Parks and Recreation was under the Department of Community Development and was staffed by a
Recreation Supervisor and maybe a part-time person. 36 years later, things are much different and it
seems like a good time to review the role of the Parks Commission to make it relevant for today. The
Commissioners asked for information on other Park Commission models. Dave indicated that he would
send out some links via email and suggested that the Commissioners review the information and be
prepared with some thoughts at the next meeting. Staff can take the thoughts and work through the
appropriate language.
Other
A. City Strategic Plan — Copies of the Strategic Plan were distributed to the Commissioners.
B. Dr. Seuss Night — The Commissioners expressed interest in having a table at this event to connect and
reach out to the community. Suggested activities include coloring contest and /or drawing. Dave
indicated that he would put something together and send out a email reminder.
Adjournment: Don Scanlon moved to adjourn at 6:30pm. The motion was seconded by Alice Russell and the
motion passed unanimously.
Next Meeting: Wednesday, March 20, 2013
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