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PARKS Ek RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING • AGENDA
Meridian City Hall • Council Chambers
33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 • 5:30 p.m.
Mission:
The Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission is a volunteer citizens' group that is created and
empowered to advise the City on issues relating to park facilities and recreation programs of the City.
Their mission is to gather input from staff and other qualified personnel on issues relating to the
creation and design of public parks and open spaces; to listen to public input; and to provide advice
and recommendations on parks and recreation related matters to the Mayor and City Council.
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1. Roll -Call Attendance
Creg Steele, President
Sharon Borton, Vice President
Jo Greer
_ Phillip Liddell
Spencer Meinburg
2. Adoption of the Agenda
John Nesmith
Craig Robinson
Matt Stoll
Hannah Sturtevant
3. Approval of Minutes of the July 13, 2016 Regular
Meeting
4. Announcements
a. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant
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5. Committee Meetings
a. Parks Committee
b. Pathways Committee
c. Marketing Committee
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b. Pathways Committee
c. Marketing Committee
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7. New Business
a. ACHD Roadways to Bikeways Presentation
b. Forestry Update
c. Home Court Update
d. New Parks Update
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9. Workshop - NONE
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10. Staff Reports
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11. Adjourn
ATTACHMENTS:
(1) 7-13-16 Regular Meeting Minutes
(2) Parks Committee: Mission, Goals
& Objectives, 7-13-16 Minutes, 8-
10-16 Agenda
(3) Pathways Committee: Mission,
Goals & Objectives, 7-13-16
Minutes, 8-10-16 Agenda
(4) Marketing Committee: Mission,
Goals & Objectives, 7-13-16
Minutes, 8-10-16 Agenda
(5) Staff Reports: Administration,
Parks, and Recreation Divisions
(6) Miscellaneous: Meridian
Development Corporation (MDC)
Update - Letter and Draft FY2017
Budget
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Sharn Bortn ; 5 minutes
John Nesmith
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Jo Greer ?
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Brooke Green
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Elroy Huff
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Garrett White
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Mike Barton
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MPR FACILITIES TOUR: SEPTEMBER 14, 2016
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: OCTOBER 12, 2016 • 5:30 P.M.
2016 All -Commission Goals:
1. Develop a connected pathway system across the City of
Meridian, with the Five Mile Creek Pathway as the top
priority.
2. Begin implementation of the updated MPR Master Plan.
3. Participate in the design development of Bellano
CreeklHuskey, Bainbridge, and the South Meridian 77 -Acre
properties.
4. Explore options to obtain, build, or develop partnerships for
a field house, an aquatics center, and/or additional park
space.
5. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies
through workshops and other outreach for partnership
opportunities.
6. Pursue improved tools and opportunities to communicate
with citizens and stakeholders.
7. Pursue opportunities to foster greater Commission
involvement in community events.
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PARKS Fk RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING • MINUTES
Meridian City Hall City Council Chambers
33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 @ 5:30 p.m.
The Meridian Parks ft Recreation Commission is a volunteer citizens' group that is created and
empowered to advise the City on issues relating to park facilities and recreation programs of the City.
Their mission is to gather input from staff and other qualified personnel on issues relating to the
creation and design of public parks and open spaces; to listen to public input; and to provide advice
and recommendations on parks and recreation related matters to the Mayor and City Council.
1. Roll -Call Attendance
Commission President Creg Steele called the meeting to order at approximately 5:35
p.m. MPR Administrative Assistant II Rachel Myers took roll -call attendance as
follows:
X Creg Steele, President 0 John Nesmith
X Sharon Borton, Vice President X Craig Robinson
X Jo Greer 0 Matt Stoll
X Phillip Liddell X Hannah Sturtevant
X Spencer Meinburg
Others present were: MPR Department staff—Parks Superintendent Mike Barton, Parks
Et Pathways Project Manager Jay Gibbons, Marketing Coordinator Shelly Houston,
Recreation Coordinator Garrett White, City Arborist Elroy Huff, and Administrative
Assistant I Ali Aldape; Deputy City Attorney Emily Kane; and Ada County Highway
District Senior Transportation Planner Brooke Green
2. Adoption of the Agenda
Commission President Creg Steele entertained a motion to adopt the agenda as
presented. Commission Vice President Sharon Borton moved to adopt the agenda as
presented. Commissioner Spencer Meinburg seconded the motion. All were in favor
of the motion.
3. Approval of Minutes of the July 13, 2016 Regular Meeting
Commission President Creg Steele entertained a motion to approve the minutes as
presented. Commission Vice President Sharon Borton moved to approve the minutes
as presented. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant seconded the motion. All were in
favor of the motion.
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4. Announcements
a. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant - Creg Steele
Commission President Creg Steele announced this is Commissioner Sturtevant's last
meeting and offered his thanks to her. He stated it is very important for the MPR
Commission and the City has a whole to have a youth member. By the time a lot of
the new parks come online in the distant future, it will be the Meridian youth
representatives' future children playing in them. He added Hannah's input has
been awesome and was glad she spent the last year with the Commission.
Commissioner Sturtevant expressed her appreciation to President Steele. She
stated it is amazing to have this kind of an opportunity at her age and thanked the
Commission for making her experience enjoyable. She added she had a lot of fun
and learned many things.
b. 2016 MPR Facilities Tour - Mike Barton
MPR Parks Superintendent Mike Barton reported MPR staff members have been
discussing the Annual Facilities Tour, which will be held on September 14, 2016.
Staff has been talking about how to make the tour different this year and/or
unique. Out of those discussions came the idea of changing the start time. In the
past, they met at 5:30 p.m., ate dinner, had a short introduction/ presentation of
accomplishments for the year, then got on the bus and toured with stops to see
projects MPR staff had worked on. With a start time of 5:30 p.m. daylight would
be cut short. In order to make the tour more effective, Mike proposed moving up
the time. Public Works conducts a tour which starts at 3:00 p.m. and leaves City
Hatt. What would be the right time to hold the tour this year? This also depends
on the schedule of the Mayor and City Council. Are there any other ideas to
improve the tour this year and to communicate more effectively?
There was general consensus from the Commissioners to start the tour at 4:30
p.m. and eat dinner on the bus.
MPR staff will reach out to the Mayor and Council to obtain their feedback.
Commission participants broke out into their respective committees at approximately
5:45 p.m.
5. Committee Meetings
a. Parks Committee
b. Pathways Committee
c. Marketing Committee
The Commission reconvened from committee meetings at approximately 6:33 p.m.
6. Committee Reports
a. Parks Committee - Craig Robinson
Committee member Craig Robinson reported the Parks Committee met that
evening. Those in attendance were: Chairwoman Sharon Borton, Mike Barton, Phil
Liddell, Craig Robinson, Ali Aldape (guest), and Rachel Myers (attended a portion).
• Memorial Program Update - The group discussed the Memorial Program and
identified some recommendations that will be followed up on at the next
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Committee meeting with an opportunity to answer any further questions at
that point. In addition, Mike will present to the entire Commission at the
October meeting.
b. Pathways Committee - Spencer Meinburg
Committee member Spencer Meinburg reported the Pathways Committee met that
evening. Those in attendance were: Spencer Meinburg and Jay Gibbons.
• Staff Update on Current Pathway Projects - They initially started talking about
the easements that are in progress. Jay has been having some open discussions
and had a few callbacks this week. Therefore, there is some forward motion
with a few easements coming through the downtown Meridian corridor. Jay is
still getting held up on a couple of other conversations.
• Future Pathway Mapping Update Policy - Jay provided a draft for a pathways
policy to where the Commission can provide some support moving forward.
When the other two Commissioners who were absent that evening join them at
the October Committee meeting, they will then discuss the synopsis Jay wrote
up. The group hopes to finalize the draft in October and have an in-depth
discussion about the policy in November during the Pathways Workshop.
• 2016 Pathways Workshop Planning - They discussed having the Pathway
Mapping Update Policy ready for discussion at the Pathways Workshop in
November.
c. Marketing Committee - Jo Greer
Committee Chairwoman Jo Greer reported the Marketing Committee met that
evening. Those in attendance were: Chairwoman Jo Greer, Creg Steele, Hannah
Sturtevant, Shelly Houston, and Rachel Myers (attended a portion).
• Update on Park Et Pathway Z -Card Map - Rachel provided an update about the
design of the z -card and brought in a rough draft for the Committee to review.
After Rachel works with IT to make the revisions to the draft, the group does
anticipate having a second draft emailed to them for further review. The goat
is to have the z -cards for September activities, primarily the Community Block
Party. Creg will be working on a printing sponsor in hopes of securing one
within the next week (the sponsor's logo would also need to be incorporated
somewhere on the z -card).
• Update on Commissioner Presence in the Community - Shelly prepared some
sign-up sheets that Hannah handed out to the Commissioners that evening of
upcoming special events, including the Barn Sour Race (August), the Block
Party (September), and the Disc Golf Fall Classic (October). They are trying to
have at least two Commissioners sign up for each event, excluding the Block
Party with three shifts scheduled for that day at two people per shift.
• Update on Parks Et Recreation Marketing Items - Shelly has ordered 1,000 of the
drawstring backpacks with the MPR Department's information on them. The
ETA on the order is anticipated by the Community Block Party date of
September 17.
• Update on MPR Presentation and Solicitation to Community Organizations -
Spear -headed by Committee - Shelly is working on having a PowerPoint
prepared and ready to go, if needed, in the event presentations have been
scheduled with community organizations.
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Update on Chamber of Commerce Presentation - Anne Little Roberts has been
looking into a grant to create a community presentation which would be similar
to the Twin Falls Chamber of Commerce.
Parks Et Recreation Month Activities Planning for 2017 -Because July has been
recognized as "Parks Et Recreation Month," the Committee brainstormed ways
to make this more visible next year through the MPR Department. One idea is
to have a type of scavenger hunt by photo/social media for all the parks so
people can take a picture with something in a particular park to make this
event a type of game.
7. New Business
a. ACHD Roadways to Bikeways Presentation --Brooke Green
Ada County Highway District's Senior Transportation Planner Brooke Green was
invited to join the Commission to discuss their Roadways to Bikeways Master Plan
and the Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP)/Community Programs that relate
to Meridian parks and pathways. She has been with ACHD for the past 1.5 years
and has other roles within their agency, including the Bike/Pedestrian Coordinator,
and overseeing the Community Programs and the Bike Advisory Council. Copies of
Brooke's PowerPoint presentation slide handouts are attached to these meeting
minutes. She also handed out a packet of the IFYWP/Community Programs -
Implementation projects within the next 2-5 years, which is also attached.
MPR Commission Feedback:
• Commission President Creg Steele - He inquired about the Pine/Linder
intersection improvements completed a few years ago near Meridian High
School, specifically south of the railroad tracks and why either side of the
sidewalk of Linder Road did not continue for students to walk to school. Brooke
stated she was not familiar with this project but would follow up and see what
the conversation was. She suspects railroad tracks do provide a different
element to tackle. This project (Linder Road, Franklin Road/Pine Avenue), is,
however, noted in the IFYWP. President Steele urged ACHD not to put off this
project for five years as noted in the IFYWP, but to make this a top priority for
kids' safety.
b. Forestry Update - Elroy Huff
City Arborist Elroy Huff provided an update about the City of Meridian's Urban
Forestry Program for 2016 with a focus on downtown trees and tree boxes. Copies
of his PowerPoint slide handouts are attached to these meeting minutes.
MPR Commission Feedback:
• Commissioner Phil Liddell - He inquired if Elroy is able to salvage any healthy
trees that come out of the downtown tree boxes when they are being
upgraded. The ones that come out of the existing tree boxes that Elroy
planted 10-12 years ago are not salvageable, due to the expanded root system.
c. Homecourt Update - Garrett White
MPR Recreation Coordinator Garrett White provided an update about the
Homecourt facility located at 936 Taylor Avenue in Meridian. The City of Meridian
will take ownership of this building as of October 1, 2016. Copies of his PowerPoint
slide handouts are attached to these meeting minutes.
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MPR Commission Feedback:
• Commission President Creg Steele - He would like this facility to be one of the
featured sites for the upcoming MPR Facilities Tour in September.
• Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant - She was interested in the reservation
process and inquired if basketball organizations would be the only ones allowed
to reserve one of the bays, or could a family reserve the courts for a small
event, etc. Anybody will be welcome and eligible to reserve the courts, if
there is time open, and based on an hourly rate. Additionally, the MPR
Department would like to offer an open gym program for a minimal fee so that
the community is able to use this facility. Once fully staffed, this program will
be offered four days a week to start with and will be assessed as time
progresses.
d. New Parks Update - Mike Barton
MPR Parks Superintendent Mike Barton gave an update on three of the four parks
that the MPR Department currently has in design. For review, he brought with him
full-sized copies of the plans which have a schematic -level park design as well as
some restroom designs, color boards, and playground graphics. He also highlighted
other park elements, amenities, artwork opportunities, and theming, all of which
were discussed.
• Reta Huskey Neighborhood Park (8.9 acres) - This future park site is located
in the Bellano Creek Subdivision which is just north of Ustick between Ustick
and McMillan Roads on Ten Mile Road.
MPR Commission Feedback:
o Commissioner Spencer Meinburg - He inquired about location and
placement of a park sign. A new sign standard has not been developed for
parks. Will the new park signs all be identical, individual, metal, stone, on
a building, etc.? MPR staff members need to work on this and return to
the Parks Committee to hold a discussion.
o Commission President Creg Steele - What is the status of park
naming/theming and art? The park is a wide, blank slate at this point but
will have a unique identity. The park will not have cookie cutter elements
like the rest of the parks.
What is the timeframe for park development? This project has been
submitted for a Certificate of Zoning Compliance. The City does not
currently own the property. The application is not yet being processed
because they are waiting on an affidavit of legal interest/permission slip
from Mr. Coleman. The goal is to bid the project in November 2016; open
bids late December 2016/early January 2017; get all the contracts signed;
hit the ground running in the spring of 2017, and start construction by mid-
summer. Depending on the budget, a portion of the park may first be sod.
o Commissioner Phil Liddell - Will Reta Huskey be recognized with a statue
or a plaque? The Parks Committee discussed incorporating a biography
plaque of some kind.
o Commissioner Jo Greer - When will irrigation water will be brought to the
park? After the Nampa Et Meridian Irrigation District tiles the ditch.
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• Bainbridge Neighborhood Park (7.5 acres) - This future park site is in the
Bainbridge Subdivision on the west side of Ten Mile, between McMillan and
Chinden Roads in the vicinity of Heroes Park. The park naming request will be
determined.
MPR Commission Feedback:
o Commissioner Phil Liddell - Has a theme been identified for this park?
They have tried to pull in some unique features, not only with amenities,
materials choices, and structure design, but to take it a step further and
enhance that with art or other features. This is where they will bring in
the Arts Commission to solicit their assistance.
Will patrons be able to street -park along the frontage?, No.
o Commission President Creg Steele - Has MPR staff talked with Dave
Turnbull about a park name yet? Dave is working on an official park name.
o Commission Vice President Sharon Borton - When will the park be
developed? It has the same timing as Reta Huskey Park—bid in December
2016; open bids late December 2016/early January 2017; execute contracts
in January 2017; and a notice to proceedl cons truc tion start date in March
2017.
If there are only 22 parking spaces, the adjacent streets will be used for
parking. She does not want to see the same parking issues arise similar to
Settlers Park.
o Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant - Will there be signage at the southern
park entrance? It was a good point, which was noted, to sign both sides of
the park.
• Hillsdale Neighborhood Park (10 acres) - This future park site is located south
of Amity Road near Cloverdale behind Hillsdale Elementary School and the new
South Meridian YMCA facility. Marty Hill, who will donate the land, would like
an agricultural theme or at least some historical references at the park. This
park has the same construction timing as the other two parks noted above.
PR Commission Feedback:
o Commissioner Spencer Meinburg - Is there any consideration for
acknowledging Dixie and Marty Hill in,the park? Marty will purchase a
sandstone or granite rock with all of his family engraved on it, including
the park name.
8. Old Business -NONE
9. Workshop -NONE
10. Staff Reports
MPR Parks Superintendent Mike Barton reported on the following:
• FY2017 Budget Enhancements - There have been two hearings with rounds of
questioning, scrutiny, and everything looks on -target to be approved as follows:
o MPR Software - The Department currently uses a registration software program
called "ActiveNet" which has high user fees and does not allow for people to
complete online shelter and field reservations. There is a new software
program called "SportsMan" through Peak for consideration. This new software
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will save the City a lot of money and will be much more user-friendly for the
general public. It is the goal of the MPR Department to make online
reservations available, minimize impacts to the front counter, and increase
customer service through the acquisition of the SportsMan software.
o Pathway Improvements - There is an $80,000 pathway enhancement primarily
for some signage and construction documents for the segment that runs from
Ten Mile to Black Cat Road.
o Reta Huskey Neighborhood Park - This request would fund the construction of
Reta Huskey Park through Impact Fees.
o Seasonal Parks Labor - There has been increased park usage and an overall
increase in Meridian's population. There are more people frequenting the
parks, more people using the picnic shelters, and more events held. This
request would fund three six-month seasonal summertime help staff.
o Shade Structure - There are a couple of projects MPR staff is thinking about.
Right now a picnic shelter is being added at Bear Creek Park. Shade still needs
to be developed at Kleiner Park. MPR staff will take a couple of ideas to the
MPR Commission for decisions, including potentially adding large shade trees on
the hill to have shady spots to sit under and then another shade structure out
in front of the bandshell. This enhancement request is for $32,000.
o Groundskeeper I - There is a request for a new full-time, year-round
employee—an entry-level Groundskeeper—which is tied to the three
neighborhood parks (Reta Huskey, Bainbridge, and Hillsdale) that will come
online next summer. Someone would be hired later on in the winter to get
them trained and acclimated. Then they would take over park maintenance.
o Homecourt Operations Et Staffing - In addition to the update Garrett White
provided earlier in the evening about the Homecourt facility, one of the capital
improvement items worth noting related to the moisture issue and dripping on
the hardwood floor would be to seal the vapor barrier.
Storey Park ADA Restroom Improvements - This CDBG-funded project has been
approved. The design kick-off meeting will be held next week.
Ten Mile South Medians - Funding from the savings regarding the Meridian Road
Interchange project will be shifted over to this project. The middle islands are the
City's responsibility; they will be landscaped.
77 -Acre Park - MPR staff members reviewed a couple of concepts last week,
submitted feedback to the consultant, and are working on traffic studies. Mike
will provide an update about this future regional park at the October Commission
meeting.
I (.Adjourn
Commission President Creg Steele entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Commission Vice President Sharon Borton moved to adjourn the meeting.
Commissioner Jo Greer seconded. The vote was unanimous and in favor of the
motion.
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:28 p.m.
(AUDIO ON FILE OF THESE PROCEEDINGS)
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APPROVED:
CREG EELE, PRESIDENT
SHARON BORTON, VICE PRESIDENT
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Attachments:
1) PowerPoint Presentation: ACHD Enhancing Meridian Roadways (17 pages)
2) Handouts: ACHD Integrated Five Year Work Plan (IFYWP)/Community Programs -
Implementation Projects (21 pages)
3) PowerPoint Presentation: City of Meridian Forestry Update (12 pages)
4) PowerPoint Presentation: City of Meridian Homecourt Update (3 pages)
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Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission meeting
July 13t", 2016
Department Background
* Nlissioll Statement:
• "Provide dil,erse outdoor recreation opportunities with
quality facilities and education, at all affordable price
while protecting resources and ttattu•al habitats_for the
safe enjoyment of otn• residents and visitors."
° Vision Statement:
• `Provide a balanced approach to outdoor recreational
activities through the careful stewardship of land azul
waterway resources in support of ottr conummities'
ew,relit w0 future needs.'
• November 2005 — April 2007
• Select Planning Team
— Board of Commissioners
— Department Staff
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Public Workshops
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— 82 page plan
— Goals, Policies, Implementation actions
• Mal -Ch 2007 - apl-il 2008
• Task Force
— Elected Officials
— ?ion -profit Organizations
— Business RepresenlatiNes
— Agenm Partners
— ConununitN Leaders
• Public Process
— Conununit\ Nleetings with Questionnaires
— Workshops
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• Result
— 56 page `Findings and
Recommendations" document
— The `Overlay" map prioritizing
acquisition, preserx,atlon,
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— Integrate other plans (community,
city, state, fedeI'al, etc.)
— Recommend creation of
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• 7 I'TI's: Director, Administrative Specialist, Booking Coordinator, EAent
Attendant, Maintenance Super icor, Grounds Maintenance &Iechamc,
Waterways Maintenance Mechanic
s Parks, Open Space, Trails, and Waterways Property Administration
• Barber Park Grounds and "Trails
• Barber Park Education & Event Center
• Barber Park Raft and Tube Rental Facility
• Lucky Peak Public Docks and Boat Ramps
• Five Mile Victory Wetland
• Hubbard Reservoir Public Recreation Area
• Ada/Eagle Bike Park C Public Recreation Arta
• Oregon Trail Recreation Area
• Boise River Greenbelt
• Ridge to Rivers Trail System I- Idaho -Oregon Snake River Water Trail
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• 68 acres of park properv,
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- US Forest Ser%ice
Idaho Department of Fish &Game
• 192 miles of multi -use foothills/ mountain trails
• Property, easements, funding, leadership
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Department CIP Submittals FY17
Three projects in "Identified Need" category FY 17-21
1) Greenbelt Pathway — Penitentiary- Canal Segment
• General Fund Request Total= $848,000 (FY18)
• Ranked as priority #4 out of 22 h}'the CIP committee
2) Greenbelt Pathway — Warm Springs Mesa Segment
• General Fund Request Total= $300,000 (FY17)
• Ranked as priority #8 out of 22 by the CIP committee
3)'
Bar ger Park
• General N u!id Request Total = $250,000 ($15ok FY17, $sok
FY18, $sok FY,c))
• Ranked as priority ."10 out of 22 by the CIP
Ada County
Parks &Waterways
Scott C. Koberg, Ada County Parks & Waterways Director
Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission meeting
July 13t", 2016
Questions?
7/13/2016
Location
7/13/2016
Picnic Shelter 20'x24'
7/13/2016
3
Budget
Approved in FY2016
Timing
• Final design August 2016
• Bid December 2016
, Groundbreaking February 2017
7/13/2016
4
Memorial Program
July 13, 2016
Mike Barton, MPR Parks Superintendent
Current Program
Memorial Tree
oOffer 1 2"x6" granite plaque
012"x 18" concrete base
oTree
oTotal Cost $290
* Memorial Plaque at Generations
Plaza
o2"x4" brass plaque
oTotal Cost $100
t•' -fef
Proposed New Program
Memorial Tree
Tree only $500
Tree, plaque, replacement agreement $1,500
Memorial Bench
Bench only $2,000
Bench, plaque, replacement agreement
$3,000
Memorial Plaque at Generations Plaza
,..Plaque only $200
Proposed New Program (cont'd)
• Program Details
oReplacement guarantee 20 years
oPlaque size and mounting TBD
oTree type MPR Department chooses
Requests taken into consideration
Bench type varies by location
MPR Department chooses wording
"In Memory of" or "Donated by" (and the
name)
:Disclaimer, contacting policy
_,All parks
CITY OF MERIDIAN RESOLUTION NO. O 7- 3 Z—
BY THE CITY COUNCIL: BIRD, BORTON, ROUNTREE, ZAREM 3A
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE PARK PROPERTIES NAMING
POLICY FOR THE CITY OF MERIDIAN; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE
DATE.
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2007, the City Council of the City of Meridian
received a report from the Parks & Recreation Department regarding revisions to the City
of Meridian Parks Properties Naming Policy; and
WHEREAS, after receiving said report, the City Council directed that the revised
City of Meridian Park Properties Naming Policy be brought forward in Resolution form
to establish a Park Properties Naming Policy for the City of Meridian.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO:
Section 1. That the City of Meridian Parks Properties Naming Policy be
adopted, a copy of which is attached to this Resolution and incorporated herein by this
reference.
Section 2. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately
upon its adoption and approval.
ADOPTED by the City Council of City of Meridian, Idaho this 3 r4daY of
Z '2007.
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Meridian, Idaho, this ,3 qday of
2 , 2007.
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MERIDIAN PARKS AND RECREATION
PROPERTIES NAMING POLICY
Adopted March 27, 2007
I. PURPOSE:
A sound -naming policy can add meaning, significance, and uniformity to the park and
recreation properties of the City of Meridian by developing park names that embody
the values and heritage of the local community. It is the intent of the naming policy
to establish reasonable criteria in which to suitably honor and acknowledge both
individuals and organizations for their contributions to the City of Meridian.
II. POLICY:
A. It is the policy for designation of names for park and recreation properties to
be in accordance with criteria and procedures set forth below:
1. To minimise confusion, proposed park names that are similar to those of
existing parks in the system shall be avoided.
2. Conditions and/or stipulations of original property donation, deed or
development shall be honored regarding the name of a park.
3. To avoid the appearance that the public park is a private park, the name of
the adjacent or surrounding subdivision shall be avoided as the name of the
public park.
4. If a park is to be named after a living individual then their permission
should be secured prior to the name being selected or the City Council may
consider a change if an objection is made by the person after the selection.
5. When a park is proposed to be named after a person who is deceased, then
the permission of the closest living relative of an individual, if practical,
should be secured prior to the name being selected. The City Council may
consider a change if an objection after the selection.
6. Park names should represent community values and be mindful of future
generations.
III. PARKS OR PORTIONS OF PARKS MAY BE NAMED IN THE
FOLLOWING MANNER:
A. Park Names:
An attempt should be made to name parks utilizing the Department theme for
naming parks. The theme is as follows:
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Community Parks and Neighborhood Parks should be named for easy
recognition; utilizing reference to historic sites, geographical features or
descriptive names. The words "Community Park" or "Neighborhood Park"
shall be affixed to the end of the park name.
B. Temporary naming:
1. The Parks Commission may recommend the temporary naming of portions
of facilities. The Commission shall work with the individual organization
seeking a temporary name to determine the appropriate criteria for the
temporary naming to be consistent with the rest of this policy. The
Commission may allow a variance from this policy for a temporary name.
2. This temporary naming policy may apply to any playground, sports field,
sports court, amenity, or any other portion of the park facilities that can be
suitably and appropriately named to honor an individual or organization. This
temporary naming policy may also be applied to undeveloped parcels in the
City's parkland inventory to provide a convenient means of identification
prior to development.
3. Temporary naming under this policy can be for any designated period of
time, but shall not be longer than one (1) year from the date of approval with
the exception of undeveloped parcels which shall maintain their temporary
names until the selection of a permanent name pursuant to this policy.
Subsequent requests to continue the temporary naming may be considered, but
such request must be made annually.
C. Procedures for a Permanent Name:
1. Preliminary action in naming a park or facility may be initiated by the
Mayor, City Council, Meridian Parks and Recreation Commission or any
subcommittee thereof, Meridian Parks and Recreation Department staff,
property donor, or individual citizens. A formal letter of proposal shall be
submitted to the appropriate subcommittee of the Meridian Parks and
Recreation Commission which shall consider the proposal(s) and submit a
recommendation to the Meridian Parks and Recreation Commission. The
Commission shall review the proposed name(s), take public comment, and
make a recommendation for the name to the Mayor and Meridian City
Council.
2. In all cases, the Meridian City Council shall have the authority to accept or
reject the proposed park or facility permanent or temporary name and to waive
any requirements of this policy.
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3. The City Council shall have final authority on the permanent or temporary
names and the length of time that such name may be used in connection with
the park or any portion thereof.
D. Changing of Names:
Nothing in this policy shall be construed to prohibit the changing of names of
parks or facilities by the City Council.
E. Final Decision:
All decisions for the permanent naming of a park facility or any portion of
park property shall be approved by resolution of the City Council. This shall
not apply to the memorial trees that are placed in the parks pursuant to this
policy.
IV. DEFINITIONS:
A. The following guidelines shall be considered when naming a park based upon
a donation:
1. Neighborhood Parks: When at least fifty (50) percent of the value of the
parkland is donated or when "substantially all" of the development is donated
at no cost to the City of Meridian.
2. Community Parks: When at least twenty-five (25) percent of the value of
the parkland is donated or when "substantially all" of the development is
donated at no cost to the City of Meridian.
3. Facilities: When "substantially all" of the facility development is donated
at no cost to the City of Meridian.
4. Valuing Donations: Valuing donations for the above section shall be
determined by City staff with the advice of the Commission. Donations must
be without costs or expense to the City of Meridian and are based upon value
at the time of donation. Donations that require credit towards impact fees or if
impact fees are to be reimbursed to the grantee shall not be considered
donations for the purposes of this naming policy.
5. Substantially all: The City staff with the advice of the Commission shall
determine whether the value donated is "substantially all" of the development.
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6. Development: Development must be in accordance with the approved site
master plan or statement of character and/or criteria approved by the Meridian
City Council.
7. Donations: For the purpose of this policy, donations may include
monetary as well as in-kind donations and may be a one-time or cumulative
donation or a bequest. All donations are subject to final approval and
acceptance by the City Council.
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E IDIAN,---
PARKS Et RECREATION COMMISSION
PARKS COMMITTEE
MISSION:
The mission of the Parks Committee is to help steer future locations, park identities,
amenities, and art to better serve the demands of the City of Meridian and to work closely
with the MPR Department to develop and implement concepts into functional parks that serve
all citizens.
GOALS Ft OBJECTIVES • Fiscal Year 2015-2016:
1. Implement the master amenities plan for all parks. (MPR Master Plan adopted by City Council in
December 2015)
2. Recommend the design, construction, and installation of two artificial shade structures at
Bear Creek and Julius M. Kleiner Memorial Parks.
3. Assist in the design and development of the future South Meridian 77 -Acre Park and three
new neighborhood parks: Hillsdale, Reta Huskey, and Bainbridge.
4. Develop specific recommendations for adult amenities.
5. Work with the Arts Commission in using art to reinforce the identities of the three parks—
Heroes, Champion, and Renaissance.
MINUTES *Wednesday, July 13, 2016
The Parks Committee met on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in the City Council Conference Room at
Meridian City Hall, 33 East Broadway. The meeting was called to order at approximately 5:40
p.m.
Attending:
X Sharon Borton, Commissioner Ft Chairwoman
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X Phillip Liddell, Commissioner
X Craig Robinson, Commissioner
X Mike Barton, MPR Dept.
X Rachel Myers, MPR Dept. (attended a portion)
1. Update on RFQ Proposals and Begin to Consider Which of the Three Parks (Champion,
Heroes, Renaissance) to Consider First for Professional Artwork
The Committee discussed narrowing down a park to focus on the process of installing
artwork. They decided Heroes Park would be the first park. As next steps, the group will
need to figure out a process to help them identify the type of art based on the funding and
the theme.
Action Items:
• None at this time.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
2. Briefly Review the Changes Implemented in Committee Goals Et Objectives for
Correctness
Committee members reviewed their Committee Goals and identified the ones that have
been completed. They also made one very minor edit to Goal #3 and changed "Bellano
Creek" to the recently renamed "Reta Huskey Park."
Action Items:
• None at this time.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:30 p.m.
AGENDA • Wednesday, August 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. • Meridian City Hall, Council Chambers, 33 E. Broadway Avenue,
Meridian, ID
1. Memorial Program Update
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PARKS Ft RECREATION COMMISSION
PATHWAYS COMMITTEE
MISSION:
The mission of the Pathways Committee is to identify opportunities to implement and develop
a connected pathway system that enhances the quality of life through transportation
alternatives.
GOALS Et OBJECTIVES • Fiscal Year 2015-2016:
1. Plan for the April 13, 2016 Spring Pathways Tour.
2. Plan for the November 9, 2016 Pathways Priority Workshop.
3. Prioritize pathway projects.
4. Help identify any gaps or missing pathway sections, etc. in the community to get these
segments developed and/or upgraded.
MINUTES • Wednesday, July 13, 2016
The Pathways Committee met on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in Conference Room A at Meridian
City Hall, 33 East Broadway. The meeting was called to order at approximately 5:40 p.m.
Attending:
X John Nesmith, Commissioner It Chairman
X Matt Stoll, Commissioner
X Spencer Meinburg, Commissioner
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X Jay Gibbons, MPR Dept.
X Rachel Myers, MPR Dept. (attended a portion)
X Joe Layton, citizen (guest)
1. Staff Update on Current Pathway Projects
Jay provided an update which is a slightly more current version than what his written staff
report indicated. Jay is currently working on easements and coordinating with various
HOAs, property owners, etc.
Action Items:
• None at this time.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
2. Update on Future Priority Projects Fieldwork
John and Jay went on a journey to look at a few pathway segments, including a section
from Cherry Lane to behind the high school (per President Steele's suggestion), and looked
at the feasibility for development.
Action Items:
• None at this time.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
3. Future Pathway Mapping Update Policy Discussion
Spawning from Jay's and John's fieldwork noted above, the Committee discussed how to
update the Pathway Map in an official manner with missing pathway segments they may
identify. For the August meeting, Jay will provide a protocol on how the Committee will
handle taking their recommendations to the MPR Commission.
Action Items:
• Jay to develop protocol for discussion at August meeting.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:30 p.m.
AGENDA • Wednesday, August 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. * Meridian City Hall, Council Chambers, 33 E. Broadway Avenue,
Meridian, ID
1. Staff Update on Current Pathway Projects - Jay Gibbons
2. Future Pathway Mapping Update Policy - Jay Gibbons
3. 2016 Pathways Workshop Planning - Jay Gibbons
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PARKS Fk RECREATION COMMISSION
MARKETING COMMITTEE
MISSION:
The mission of the Marketing Committee is to promote events, programs, signage, and
amenities in the City of Meridian, as well as develop and maintain relationships with
community organizations.
GOALS 8t OBJECTIVES • Fiscal Year 2015-2016
1. Update and complete the Parks Et Pathways Z -Cards for printing and distribution.
2. Finalize and distribute a Meridian "Year at a Glance/Top Meridian Events" calendar.
3. Create a calendar for the MPR Commissioners to sign up and commit to upcoming events—at
least one to two people at each event.
4. Reach out/solicit to community organizations the Meridian Parks Et Recreation
presentation—once created—to emphasize the economic benefits.
5. Identify marketing/ promotional items for the MPR Department to have at events for
distribution.
MINUTES • Wednesday, July 13, 2016
The Marketing Committee met on Wednesday, July 13, 2016 in the Clerk's Conference Room
located at Meridian City Hall, 33 East Broadway. The meeting was called to order at
approximately 5:40 p.m.
Attending:
X Jo Greer, Chairwoman Et Commissioner
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X Creg Steele, Commissioner
X Hannah Sturtevant, Commissioner
0 Shelly Houston, MPR Dept.
X Colin Moss, MPR Dept.
X Rachel Myers, MPR Dept. (attended a portion)
1. Update on Parks Et Pathways Z -Card Map
Rachel provided an update about the design of the Z -card. She stated staff members are
reviewing the draft created by the IT Department. MPR staff members have worked with
Kaycee Emery (Communications Manager) on branding. The Committee anticipates receiving
a draft for review at the August Committee meeting. Creg is looking into a potential
printing sponsor by August 2016.
Action Items:
• Rachel to have draft ready for review at August meeting.
• Creg to look into potential printing sponsor by August.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
2. Update on Commissioner Presence in the Community
At the May meeting, the Committee had asked for a sign-up sheet from Shelly Houston for
the Commissioners to attend different events. She has been out but will be reminded to
complete this action item. The next big event is the Community Block Party scheduled for
Saturday, September 17, 2016.
Action Items:
• Shelly to create a sign-up sheet.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
3. Update on Marketing Items
It has been determined the MPR Department will purchase drawstring bags to hand out.
These bags will be purchased by August. Shelly is in charge of ordering.
Action Items:
• Shelly to order drawstring bags and report on status at August meeting.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
4. Update on MPR Presentation and Solicitation to Community Organizations - Spear-
headed by Committee
Colin will contact Ken Corder to see if he has a list of community organizations for outreach
by the Committee.
Action Items:
• Colin to contact Ken Corder with the Mayor's office.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
5. Update on Chamber of Commerce Presentation
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Anne Little Roberts has been looking into a grant to create a community presentation which
would be similar to the Twin Falls Chamber of Commerce. Committee members will also ask
Kaycee Emery if there is an intern or if she had a contact to get a student who may be
interested in doing a final project/thesis and potentially putting together a video, if the
grant is not approved.
Action Items.
• Committee to contact Kaycee Emery.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
6. Parks Ft Recreation Month
Because July has been recognized as "Parks Et Recreation Month," the Committee discussed
ways and will work to make this more visible next year through the MPR Department.
Action Items:
• None at this time.
Committee Recommendations to Commission:
• None at this time.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 6:30 p.m.
AGENDA • Wednesday, August 10, 2016
5:30 p.m. • Meridian City Hall, Council Chambers, 33 E. Broadway Avenue,
Meridian, ID
1. Update on Parks Et Pathways Z -Card Map
2. Update on Commissioner Presence in the Community
3. Update on Parks Et Recreation Marketing Items
4. Update on MPR Presentation and Soliciting to Community Organizations - Spear -headed by
Committee
5. Update on Chamber of Commerce Presentation
6. Parks Et Recreation Month Activities Planning for 2017
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PARKS Ft RECREATION DEPARTMENT
STAFF REPORTS
August 10, 2016
Parks Division
Parks Superintendent's Report:
MIKE BARTON
(Please note, a verbal report will be provided at the August 10, 2016 MPR
Commission Meeting.)
City Arborist's Report:
ELROY HUFF
1. Park Forestry Contracts - We have started work on the five-year park tree
pruning cycle. We started at Tully Park this year. This work is still in progress.
2. Park Tree Plantings - We have planted approximately 35 trees at Kleiner Park
and are now working on Gordon Harris, Champion, and Settlers.
3. Downtown Tree Box Replacement 2016 - We will replace seven (7) existing
trees downtown. The existing boxes will be saved and the trees removed and
replanted. This project is underway.
4. Tree Limb Raising - We have started raising several limbs on trees that come
down when they get in heavy leaf mode. Trimming will run through the month
of August.
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Parks Et Pathways Proiect Manager's Report:
JAY GIBBONS
1. Five Mile Creek Pathway - Segment H2, Badley to Fairview - Staff continues
to pursue easements to allow construction of a multi -use pathway building on
the success of the H1 project completed in 2012. CTA Architects has been
hired to provide design and survey services for the pathway segment. The
consultant has provided three (3) exhibits for review and discussion of the
pathway alignment, amenity locations, and connections to streets. Staff is
currently reviewing the draft construction documents for the project. Final
plans and the floodplain application are being finalized. Easement request
letters and exhibits have been sent to the three property owners.
2. Rail With Trail Pathway - A regional RWT Pathway Workgroup has been created
and has met twice regarding expanding the City's project to encompass a
pathway from the depot in Nampa to the depot in Boise. Members of the
workgroup represent each city, the highway district, and COMPASS. The
COMPASS Board has approved a workplan to assist the group with research,
studies, and project development support. Work is ongoing.
The funded 2016 project to secure construction documents for the first half
mile from Meridian Road to the point where Nine Mile Drain crosses the rail
corridor is underway. The City and ITD have entered into a State -Local
Agreement regarding the federal grant money for construction in 2018 and
2019. This allows the City to move forward to secure a contract with a design
firm to begin construction documents and associated work. Fee proposals have
been received from two firms. Consultant selection and a contract will take
place this month.
3. Transportation Improvement Projects - Staff is working with Development
Services and Public Works to coordinate roadway and intersection
improvements for near-term projects. These projects include Pine Avenue -
Meridian to Locust Grove, Meridian/Ustick Intersection, and Meridian Road
Widening - Cherry to Ustick.
4. FY 16 Five Mile Pathway System Project - The funded project is to secure
pathway easements for all proposed segments from Black Cat Road to Eagle
Road. Staff has mapped the system and identified the property owners to be
contacted. The second aspect of the funded project is to construct widened
existing sidewalks in two locations; west side of Linder - Bud Porter to Ustick,
and the south side of East James Court to the Jackson Drain Pathway. Concept
drawings have been prepared with consultation from ACHD on Linder. The two
affected HOAs have been contacted to coordinate a meeting between staff and
the HOA Board to discuss sidewalk location, affects to the existing landscape
buffer, and talk about necessary easements. The E. James Ct. project is
progressing to final construction drawings. Coordination with Idaho Power and
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CenturyLink to relocate utility conflicts is ongoing. Once easements are
secured, the project will be bid and constructed.
5. Lemp Canal/Larkwood Pathway Connection - The project will close the gap
between two existing multi -use pathways running parallel to McMillan Road
between Locust Grove and Meridian Roads across the frontage of the Larkwood
Subdivision. The pathway will impact the subdivision's entry landscape and
frontage. Several meetings have been held to discuss the project with
property owners and the HOA to identify how to address these impacts and
their wishes to improve the entry in conjunction with the pathway project.
Staff is preparing a concept site plan for use by the HOA and affected property
owners.
Recreation Division
Recreation Manager's Report:
COLIN MOSS
1. Temporary Use Permits (TUPs) We are up to 52 scheduled TUPs this year, 29
of which are at Kleiner Park. Constant coordination with event organizers is
required.
2. Field Scheduling - The fall sports season is getting ready to begin which means
another push to ensure invoices are being paid and all the leagues are being
taken care of.
3. Event Assistance - I continue to support Renee White in her new role and help
get her up to speed with events as they are coming up in the calendar. The
Barn Sour is in August, and the Block Party is in September. Lots of logistical
coordination is taking place.
4. Kleiner Park Live - Kleiner Park Live just wrapped up on July 28. We continue
to feel like we are building momentum, but attendance has not taken off yet.
We are hoping that with the Council's approval of funds for next fiscal year to
bring in large shade trees for the crest of the hill so that the amphitheater will
be a more desirable location to sit and watch a concert.
5. Youth Farmers Market - The new Meridian Youth Farmers Market is already
gaining steam, and it seems like we are getting more vendors almost every
week. The attendance has remained a little low, but we are confident that
with consistent quality vendors, it will start getting attended better. We have
also been running Facebook ads which have received a lot of attention. The
market will continue every Saturday through September.
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Recreation Coordinators' Report:
GARRETT WHITE, JAKE GARRO, 8t RENEE WHITE
1. Home Court Facility - Garrett has been working with other departments,
including Finance and Building Maintenance, on schedules, staffing, and
budgets for the Home Court.
2. Fall Softball League - Garrett has been staffing and rescheduling games. We
have 91 teams this year in the Fall Softball League and turned away a few
more. Garrett has been working with umpires as well.
3. Red Eye Softball Tournament - The tournament will run August 5 and end
August 6. We have 13 teams in the tournament this year.
4. Summer Volleyball League - Ross has been working on the Summer Volleyball
League, including the schedule and standings.
5. Fall Flag Football - The registration deadline for the Fall Adult Flag Football
League in August 19. We have started to advertise this program.
6. Fall Volleyball League - The Fall Volleyball League deadline is Wednesday,
August 31 this year. The league will begin the week of September 19. Garrett
has been working with the officials on the start dates.
7. Fall Basketball League - The Fall Basketball League will now begin the week of
September 19. We normally start the league in late October, but now that we
have gym space, we can start the league earlier in the year.
8. Summer Camps - All summer camps will conclude in August. Outdoor
Adventure Camp will conclude August 5. Let's Play Sports Camp will conclude
August 12. Camp Mer -Ida -Moo will conclude August 12.
9. 2016 Fall Activity Guide - Our Fall 2016 Activity Guide will be released August
12. Class registration for fall 2016 will begin August 15. Fall 2016 classes will
begin September 6. Community education classes will take place at the
Meridian Community Center, local elementary schools, and other locations
located throughout Meridian.
10.2016 Fee Schedule - The Fall 2016 Fee Schedule will be presented to City
Council on Tuesday, August 9.
11. ActiveNet - Jake is inputting activities and class descriptions into ActiveNet for
2016 fall classes.
12. Sportsman - As fall classes begin, staff members in our department will now
have an opportunity to begin to learn Sportsman, which is a recreation
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software that is used for class registrations and reservations. Department
employees have demo versions of Sportsman on their desktops so we can begin
familiarizing ourselves with the program.
13. CableONE Movie Night in Meridian - It has been another successful year for
Movie Night in Meridian. While weather has taunted us on occasion, it has
never caused a real issue. Huge audiences of movie goers continue to come
early to enjoy the park and stay late to watch the family -friendly movies.
Large groups of teenagers continue to be our biggest challenge, but MAV
security is very helpful in managing the youth who are just looking for a place
to hang out. We are working with the video projection company to secure the
highest quality video projector every week. The season concludes on Friday,
August 26 with the new release of "Zootopia" and a special performance by the
Navy Band.
14. Barn Sour -The 13th Annual Barn Sour is almost here. The 10k/6K and 1 -Mile
Fun Run takes place on Saturday, August 20. Returning sponsors include Pulse
Running Et Fitness Shop and Shu's Idaho Running Company. 19 Sports has joined
us with a $250 sponsorship for the end -of -race awards party and two season
passes for our boy and girl 1 -Mile Fun Run winners. Thanks to help from our
intern Franklin Watts, we have secured more than 60 donations for prizes
including one for each age/gender division, 1St, 2nd and 3rd place winners and 20
plus general raffle prizes. The race begins and ends in Settlers Park. The
6k'ers will run along the Bud Porter Pathway to Tully Park and turn around,
while the 1 O participants continue onto Chateau Park and back. The race is a
fundraiser for the Care Enough to Share youth scholarship program.
15. Meridian Community Block Party - This event is on the horizon; it takes place
Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Julius Kleiner Park. The one -
day event is sponsored by Idaho Central Credit Union, The Village in Meridian,
Meridian United Soccer, Boise Co-op, Westside Bodyworks, and Rocky Mountain
Roll. Saint Alphonsus will provide the first aid station, and media sponsors
from Town Square media's radio stations Mix 106 and Lite 108 will be promote
the event, as well as be onsite for live radio remotes. The day will feature the
Mascot Dance Off and a large variety of youth activities and local businesses.
16. Training continues for the Mayor's Youth Advisory Council and Teen Activities
Council - Ken Corder, Jake Garro and Renee have had several meetings to
review the MYAC and TAC, which kicks off on Monday, August 29.
Save the Date for these upcoming events:
• Disc Golf Fall Classic - Saturday, October 22
• Trunk or Treat - Thursday, October 27
• Winter Lights Parade Et Christmas Tree Lighting - Friday, December 2
• Children's Winterland Festival - Saturday, December 3
Parks Et Recreation Department Staff Reports - August 10, 2016 Page 5 of 5
Persons desiring accommodation for disabilities related to documents and/or hearings:
Please contact the City Clerk's Office at 888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.
July 31, 2016
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RE: Meridian Development Corporation - Fiscal Year 2017 Projects
Dear Commissioners:
Thank you for this opportunity to update the Meridian Park and Recreation Commission [MPR] as to the
anticipated Meridian Development Corporation [MDC] projects for FY2017. While MDC's first formal
budget hearing is not scheduled until August 10th, the MDC board has approved the attached draft budget
for publication.
While there are not many MPR -specific projects slated for the next fiscal year, the following three projects
would involve MPR on some level:
Downtown Tree Replacement Partnership - MDC has allocated $25,000 towards the annual
partnership with MPR to continue replacement of downtown trees with the city's Arborist
assistance.
Bike Repair Stations - MDC has allocated $4,000 for the purchase of three additional bike repair
stations to be sited with MPR's input.
Pine Avenue - MDC continues to set aside dollars for the three-way partnership with the city of
Meridian and ACHD towards right-of-way improvements between Meridian Road and MDC's
eastern boundary at East Sixth Street.
MDC's main focus for FY2017 includes the continuation of the facade improvement program, moving
forward with building improvements for MDC -owned buildings at 703 and 713 North Main Street and the
continued implementation of the new downtown branding "Meridian Historic Downtown" through
vehicular, pedestrian and other forms of signage in the the downtown district. In addition, MDC has a line
item entitled "Special Projects" which is not dedicated to any specific project but rather allows
opportunities for unanticipated projects to be presented to the board for consideration.
Commissioners, thank you again for your inquiry as to MDC's forthcoming priorities. Please do not hesitate
to let me know if you should have any follow up questions.
My Best,
Ashley Squyres
MDC Administrator
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