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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark 2015-02-18 MinutesTUKWILA PARKS COMMISSION �nmwow MINUTES /0 February 18, 2015 5:30pm Tukwila Community Center Call to Order: Chairperson Sean Albert called the meeting to order at 5:34pm. Attendance: Commissioners — Sean Albert, Don Scanlon, Alice Russell, Joanne McManus Staff — Dave Johnson, Robert Eaton, Ryan Larson Approval of Minutes: Don Scanlon moved to approve the minutes of the January 21, 2015 meeting. Alice Russell seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Business Items A. Project Update — Ryan Larson from the City's Public Works Department provided updates to the Commission on the status of the Duwamish Gardens project as well as the potential Chinook Winds site. Dave Johnson presented information to the Commission on the "classroom" in Phase II of the Duwamish Hill Preserve. Commissioners offered input and feedback including how nice and attractive it is while also noting the potential for vandalism and wanting the surface to be safe for walking. Mr. Johnson will forward the feedback to the designer. B. Commission Appointments —Alice Russell's term on the Commission expires in March 2015 and expressed her desire to not be re- appointed. However, she did agree to re- appointment until a replacement is found. Staff noted that search for replacement will begin immediately. C. Department Update — Staff informed the Commission of department updates including the upcoming Dr. Seuss event on 2/26, and maintenance closure at the Community Center from March 16 -22. D. Park Rules and Regulations — Staff shared the progress of the work of updating the Park Rules and Regulations. Alice Russell moved to approve the direction that staff is going on this update. Joanne McManus seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Other A. Staff presented updated information on the Development Agreement for the proposed hotel at 90 Andover Park East (also known as "Pocket Park "). Much discussion ensued about the 3 different options being presented: 1) Pocket Park, 2) Cul -de -sac to Landscaping, and 3) Cul -de -sac to Parking. Don Scanlon moved to reject option 3. Joanne McManus seconded the motion. The motion passed unanimously. Adjournment: Alice Russell moved to adjourn at 7:25pm. The motion was seconded by Joanne McManus. The motion passed unanimously.