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2018 03-14 Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda – March 14, 2018 Page 1 of 2 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 . PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Meridian City Hall Council Chambers 33 East Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho Wednesday, March 14, 2018 5:30 PM 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. Presenter Approximate Time 1. Roll-Call Attendance ___ Jo Greer, President ___ John Nesmith ___ Jessica West, Vice President ___ Mike Pepin ___ Keith Bevan ___ Creg Steele ___ Michelle Jensen ___ Hannah Sturtevant ___ Kayla McNay Steve Siddoway 2 minutes 2. Adoption of the Agenda Jo Greer 2 minutes 3. Announcements a. Upcoming Events Shelly Houston 5 minutes 4. Old Business a. Kleiner Park Bandshell Shade Update b. Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza Fees Update Mike Barton Steve Siddoway 20 minutes: 10 minutes 10 minutes 5. New Business a. Forestry Update b. Neighborhood Park Theming Ideas Discussion Elroy Huff Steve Siddoway 50 minutes: 20 minutes 20 minutes 6. Pathways Workshop 40 minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda – March 14, 2018 Page 2 of 2 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 . a. Review Commission’s 2017 Pathway Priority Task List Accomplishments b. Brainstorm 2018 Pathway Priorities for Task List Resolution c. Spring Pathways Tour Planning Kim Warren Kim Warren Kim Warren 10 minutes 20 minutes 10 minutes 7. Staff Reports MPR Staff 15 minutes 8. Adjourn Jo Greer 1 minute SPRING PATHWAYS TOUR : APRIL 4, 2018 4:00 PM 201 8 All -Commission Goals : 1. Support development of a connected pathway system across the City of Meridian, with the Five Mile Creek Pathway and the Rail-With- Trail Pathway as the top priorities. 2. Support construction of the South Meridian Regional Park (Exploration Park). 3. Provide feedback on plans for a shade structure solution at the Kleiner Park bandshell. 4. Encourage coordination with the City of Eagle to plan for connections of our pathway systems. 5. Recommend preferred options for space planning at bay 5 of the Homecourt. 6. Explore options to obtain, build, or develop partnerships for additional park space and/or amenities. 7. Continue to foster greater Commission involvement/presence in community events. 8. Engage other task forces, commissions, entities, and agencies through workshops and other outreach for partnership opportunities. 9. Discuss progress on Goals and Objectives in the MPR Master Plan. 10. Participate and support Meridian Parks & Recreation Month to help foster community engagement. 11. Pursue improved tools and opportunities to engage citizens and stakeholders. 12. Continue discussions with the Meridian Fire Department regarding feasibility of future fire stations to be collocated with future parks. 13. Support the current efforts for ADA compliance repairs to ensure accessibility of Meridian’s park system. (�irE IDIANIZ,:--- PARKS Fk RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING • MINUTES Meridian City Hall Council Chambers 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, Idaho Wednesday, March 14, 2018 • 5:30 p.m. The Meridian Parks tt 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. Rall -Call Attendance Commission President Jo Greer called the meeting to order at approximately 5:35 p.m. Rall -call attendance was as follows: X Jo Greer, President X Jessica West, Vice President 0 Keith Bevan X Michelle Jensen 0 Kayta McNay X John Nesmith X Mike Pepin _L Creg Steele (arrived at approx. 5:50 p.m.) X Hannah Sturtevant Others present were: City Council Liaison Treg Bernt; MPR Department staff --Parks Et Recreation Director Steve Siddoway, Parks Superintendent Mike Barton, Recreation Manager Colin Moss, Pathways Project Manager Kim Warren, City Arborist Elroy Huff, a Marketing Coordinator Shelly Houston; &t Deputy City Attorney Emily Kane. 2. Adoption of the Agenda Commission President Jo Greer entertained a motion to adopt the agenda as presented. Commission Vice President Jessica West moved to approve the agenda. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant seconded. All were in favor of the motion. 3. Announcements a. Upcoming Events - Shelly Houston MPR Marketing Coordinator Shelly Houston handed out and highlighted a schedule of upcoming events for March, April, and May 2018 which is attached to these meeting minutes. 4. Old Business a. Kleiner Park Bandshell Shade Update - Mike Barton Parks $ Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2018 Page 1 of 7 Persons desiring accommodation for disabilities related to documents andlor hearings: Please contact the City Clerk's Office at 888-4433 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting. MPR Parks Superintendent Mike Barton reported last summer he brought to the Commission a couple of different concepts to add shade to the front of the bandshell at Kleiner Park. In addition, staff planted approximately 25 20 -foot large trees which are doing really well. From the discussions held last summer, they came up with a concept to add the shade sails to the front of the bandshell. Copies of his PowerPoint presentation slides are attached to these meeting minutes. Commission Feedback: • John Nesmith - When was the shade study conducted? Mid -July. Regarding feedback on whether shade is needed and to do a budget enhancement, he stated "absolutely," because the bandshell is a venue that— at least a couple of months out of the year—is unusable because of the heat, which happens to be the most optimal time for use. He thinks the City/Department needs to do what it takes to complete this project, because not only aesthetically is it a lot more pleasing, but also provides much more shade. MPR staff will need to figure out how to install it. • Jo Greer - What is the life expectancy of the shade sail fabric? It depends on how many months the canopies are left up. If they remain up during the months of June, July, and August of each year, the canopies would last approximately 15 years. Are the posts powder coated? Yes. She suggested asking for a bid from a shade company and then a bid alternate which would be a variation on the design if there is a better concept on the design that does not have gaps. Her only concern is the overlap may cause wasted materials. Michelle Jensen - With the different design, what does it do to the shadow study given there are gaps because of the three triangles instead of the overlapping? How does it affect the shadow play in July and August? The shadow study came from the architect that worked on the shade concepts. So Mike does not think these people have the capability. The MPR Department could look at this. However, Mike does not think it would change much because the cloth is still the some distance out over the steps forward and is the same height. She agreed with putting the design out to bid. Mike Pepin - If the goal is to provide the best shade, then the first design is better. The second rendering addresses more of a weight allowance for ease of putting up and taking down. MPR staff would really have to consider what the experts say on what's going to provide the most shade, regardless of the weight of the fabric. Mike Barton agreed. Commissioner Pepin also agreed this was the best design to date. Hannah Sturtevant - Regarding the shade study, it appears the stage is unshaded for several hours during the day between 4-7 p.m. Mike responded this is a work in progress but would confirm. Jessica West - If there are questions about the shade and what is the most appropriate canopy, has the Department talked to a company that specializes in shade and ask them for a proposal? This concept was completed by Johnson Architects. The approach Mike would take is to put it out to bid to multiple companies and get prices on the design. There are companies that build and Parks Ft Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2098 Page 2 of 7 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. specialize in shade, so going to them and just asking what they think would be best might be prudent, as they may have a better idea. Steve Siddoway interjected that the architects the Department worked with engaged a shade company in Coming up with the initial design. Then the second design with the three canopies resulted from sending it out to a shade company and requesting a bid, which they sent back the design themselves. Therefore, two shade companies have been involved thus for. There was general consensus from the Commission to continue moving forward with the shade project, create a budget enhancement, and take it forward to Council. b. Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza Fees Update - Steve Siddoway MPR Director Steve Siddoway provided an update about the Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza fees. The MPR Commission made a recommendation to Council. Staff presented to Council on February 6, 2018. The public Dearing for the fees is March 20, 201 B. Copies of his PowerPoint slide presentation is attached to these meeting minutes. Commission Feedback: • Jo Greer - For both Kleiner Park and Generations Plaza, what company does the MPR Department use to purchase the plaques and pavers? Call the MPR Department and speak with Ali Aldape who coordinates these purchases. 5. New Business a. Forestry Update - Elroy Huff City Arborist Elroy Huff presented a forestry update in the form of a PowerPoint presentation. Copies of his slides are attached to these meeting minutes. In addition, Elroy provided a brief verbal update about the downtown tree box replacement process. Commission Feedback: • Jessica West - Regarding tree removal, on the park corner of Ustick and Meridian by Settlers Park, a lot of the huge trees were lost to the expansion. Were these trees a part of Elroy's tracking? Yes. Some of the trees on the park side were removed because of exposure of root zones. MPR staff determined that some of the trees were okay for removal, especially on the frontage; they didn't feel like the trees were growing as well as they would have liked. This summer, Elroy will be involved with a tree removal project along Ustick and change to some other trees. He is also not happy with the growth rate of these trees compared to the some ones along Meridian Road. Regarding the Butterflies Magnolia tree that will be planted in the Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza, will it be the first of its kind in a Meridian park? Yes. • Jo Greer - Regarding the soil issue that was brought up last year by Elroy regarding the Kleiner Park arboretum and with some of the trees that weren't doing well, was this problem resolved? There have been some trees in the arboretum that have not done well, due to harsh weather or overwatering. Elroy will have to designate an area for the temperamental pine trees, remove the grass, and change the irrigation so that the system can only water them a little. There are other trees that do not like the heavy clay soil, which Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2018 Page 3 of 7 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. Meridian has. So it has been a process of removing and replanting and seeing which ones are strong enough to survive. She expressed she admired the reuse of the Centennial Park maple tree. Although the story was sad to hear concerning its decay, she was excited to see the park tables and benches proposed to be made out of it. She also stated Meridian is very fortunate to have Elroy as the Arborist for the City. She always enjoys hearing his presentations, as she loves trees. b. Neighborhood Park Theming Ideas Discussion - Steve Siddoway MPR Director Steve Siddoway engaged the Commission in a discussion about some neighborhood park theming, recent successes, and particularly on where they want to focus their efforts next. Copies of his PowerPoint slides are attached to these meeting minutes. Commission Feedback: • Creg Steele - Regarding the Champion Park subdivision, Don Hut was the developer of the subdivision. He played football at Boise State and grew up in the area. All of the streets around this area are named after local coaches, where the focus is sports champions. Therefore, he would like to keep the same sports theme for Champion Park. He would like to focus on theming Champion Park next, as it needs the most help. Regarding Renaissance Park, ideally during initial discussions about theming many years ago, it was talked about going with an Italian theme. • Jessica West - She would like to start working on theming for Champion Park next. There is a lot of new development in the area. • Jo Greer - Because Champion Park has an implied theme, it would be fairly simple to come up with some ideas for theming. • Hannah Sturtevant - She does not have a preference on which park to work on next regarding theming. For Renaissance Park, she does not think they need to stick to an Italian mindset, because the renaissance era was all about art, learning, and expanding our knowledge. • Michelle Jensen - She concurred with Commissioner Sturtevant. It would be beneficial to maybe look at theming Champion Park next and the sports component. There was general consensus from the Commission to move forward with theming Champion Park as their next project. MPR staff will be in contact with the Arts Commission to discuss potentially funding art. 6. Pathways Workshop a. Review Commission's 2017 Pathway Priority Task List Accomplishments - Kim Warren MPR Pathways Project Manager Kim Warren reviewed the Commission's pathway goals and accomplishments for 2017. Copies of her PowerPoint slides are attached to these meeting minutes. b. Brainstorm 2018 Pathway Priorities for Task List Resolution - Kim Warren Parks g Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2018 Page 4 of 7 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. MPR Pathways Project Manager Kim Warren proposed some draft pathway priorities for 2018. Copies of her PowerPoint slides are attached to these meeting minutes. Commission Feedback: • Mike Pepin - He is a big fan of GIS and mapping. He thought that if our community could see that tool in action and if he had to prioritize the planning tools and process improvements section, he would put GIS mapping at the top of that section. • Jessica West - Every goal that Kim went through makes sense and looks great. She looks forward to draft goal #6 - Continue working to connect Meridian to the Boise River Greenbelt. • Michelle Jensen - She believed it is the right list and goals to be working on. She also concurred with Commissioner Pepin concerning his comment about GIS mapping to make it accessible and usable and for people to know exactly where the pathways are located. • Jo Greer - She concurred with both Commissioners Pepin and Jensen and believed that the GIS data would actually draw people to the pathways. Commission President Jo Greer entertained a motion to approve the 2018 Pathways Priority List as proposed. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant moved to approve the list as proposed. Commissioner Creg Steele seconded. All were in favor of the motion. c. Spring Pathways Tour Planning - Kim Warren MPR Pathways Project Manager Kim Warren presented a rough draft of a map of the proposed route for the Spring Pathways Tour on bikes in April. A copy of the PDF map is attached to these meeting minutes. MPR Director Steve Siddoway proposed starting at the Five Mile Creek H2 Pathway site at approximately 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, April 4, 2018. Immediately afterward the ribbon cutting at 4 p.m., participants will get on bikes and do the tour in the order shown on the map; at the end of the route, which would be near the Maverick at Ten Mile and Ustick Roads, have a trailer to load bikes; drive back around on McMillan; see the Lemp/Larkwood Pathway segment under construction (not included on the map); talk about project #8 on the map that won't be viewed; loop around back down Locust Grove; and return to their vehicles at the Five Mile Creek H2 Pathway ribbon -cutting site. 7. Staff Reports MPR Director Steve Siddoway reported on the following: • Heroes Park Art Ribbon Cuttine - There is a ribbon -cutting ceremony on Thursday, March 15, 2018 for the Heroes Park Journey of Heroes Art. Many of the local heroes will be participating. Word is getting out to the neighborhoods to participate as well. • H2 Pathway - A ribbon -cutting ceremony will be held regarding the Five Mile Creek H2 Pathway (from Badley to Fairview) on Wednesday, April 4, 2018 at 4 p.m. • Kleiner Memoriat Plaza - A dedication ceremony for the Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza is scheduled for Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 4 p.m. Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2018 Page 5 of 7 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. • Hillsdale Park - The park grand opening celebration is scheduled for Friday, May 25, 2018. The media was given tours of the YMCA yesterday, so there may be some news stories being published over the next week. MPR Parks Superintendent Mike Barton reported on the following: • South Meridian Regional Park - This park is under construction. There has been a lot of work on the playground design, climbing wall map, splash pad, sand/water play, and trying to balance design with budget availability. An update to the MPR Commission will be provided in May. MPR Recreation Manager Colin Moss reported on the following: • Main Street Market - He showed the new logo to the Commission. It took several different iterations in going back and forth with the graphic designer and getting input from the Mayor and others around City Hall. They are really happy with the layout. • Concessions - Vendor contracts have been awarded for Kleiner, Storey, Bear Creek, and Tully Parks. MPR staff is currently working on these contracts. • Spring Break Day Cam - Unfortunately, this popular camp had to be cancelled this year because the market for staff people is so competitive right now. As a result, there was a lack of interest in people applying for this position. There were already 40 kids enrolled, but Recreation Coordinator Jake Garro spent the majority of this week calling back parents, talking with them, and issuing refunds. • Movie Night - The movie lineup has been posted online. Feel free to check out the schedule. • Spring Softball League - The registration deadline is Friday, March 16, 2018. Just two days prior to the deadline, there are already 92 teams registered with only 8 spots remaining. • Homecourt - MPR staff has been discussing bay 5 concepts and going back and forth with the architect. Next week, Homecourt Facility Manager Garrett White and Insight Architects Dana Kauffman will be presenting to Council to discuss the most recent concept. They did a few minor tweaks with the front counter and stairs. They are excited to get Council's input and to potentially move forward with the first phase construction in the summertime. B.Adjourn Commission President Jo Greer entertained a motion to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Creg Steele moved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Hannah Sturtevant seconded. The vote was unanimous and in favor of the motion. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at approximately 8:12 p.m. (AUDIO AND VISUAL ON FILE OF THESE PROCEEDINGS) Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2098 Page 6 of 7 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. APPROVED: JO GREE ESIDE / rem DATE I Attachments: 1) Flyer: Meridian Upcoming Events (1 page) 2) PowerPoint Presentation: Kleiner Park Bandshell Shade Update (4 pages) 3) PowerPoint Presentation: Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza Fees Et Policy (6 pages) 4) PowerPoint Presentation: Urban Forestry 2018 (10 pages) 5) PowerPoint Presentation: Neighborhood Park Theming Discussion (5 pages) 6) PowerPoint Presentation: Pathways Update 2017 Priorities Status Report (5 pages) 7) PowerPoint Presentation: Pathway Priorities 2018 - Proposed (9 pages) 8) Map: 2018 Pathways Tour Proposed Route (1 page) Parks a Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - March 14, 2018 Page 7 of 7 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. March 2018 2018 Dedication Ceremony for "Journey of Heroes" Public Art Sculpture Thursday, March 15, 4:00 pm, Heroes Park (3064 W. Malta Drive—Meridian) Birthday Party for Sparky the Fire Dog Saturday, March 17,1:00-2:00 pm, Meridian Library on Cherry Lane, All Ages Welcome, Free Community Easter Egg Hunt presented by Capital Church Saturday, March 31, 10:00 am and 1:00 pm, Kleiner Park, Free, haps:#capitalchurch.colegghunt April 2018 Ribbon Cutting for Pathway Segment H2 and Parks Commission Pathways Bike Tour Wednesday, April 4 (Ribbon Cutting at 4:00 pm 1 Bike Tour at 5:00 pm), Location TBA Do the Right Day Thursday, April 5 — Perform an act of kindness for a person on your right! #DoTheRight Free Car Seat Inspections Thursday, April 12, Noon -3:00 pm, Meridian Fire Department, Call for appointment: 208-888-1234 Meridian Parks & Recreation Summer Activity Guide Published Friday, April 13 (Distributed in Meridian Press and via residential mail. Also available at Meridian City Hall.) May 2018 Dedication Ceremony for Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza Wednesday, May 2, 4:00 pm, Kleiner Park {just west of the Rock of Honor) Unplug and Be Outside Week Multiple events and activities. Schedule to be announced at www.meridiancity.org/unplug National Kids to Parks Day Saturday, May 19 — Make a special effort to take your kids or grandkids to visit a park on this day! The Hill Grand Opening Events (Hillsdale Park, YMCA, Meridian Library, St. Luke's) Friday, May 25, Ribbon Cutting at 10:30 am 1 Hillsdale Park Grand Opening Celebration 5:00-8:00 pm Memorial Day Ceremony Monday, May 28,11:00 am, The Rock of Honor Veterans Memorial — Kleiner Park, All Welcome 3/14/2018 Kleiner Parr Randshell Shade Update Meridian Parks & Recreation Commission March 14, 2018 b Mike Barton, MPR Parks Superintendent 17— 3/14/2018 Front View I Overhead View �'J V'I I1:IL y11� Shadow Study f r� [N� hrw�li}! 'a7 3/14/2018 3 Next Steps? FY 19 Budget Enhancement? ThankYOUI 3/14/2018 r` �J F h PNW MD RECREATION Kleiner Park Memorial Plaza Fees O & Policy Commission Presentation March 14, 2018 Steve Siddoway, MPR Director =9, m f . Tully Park — 2500 N. Linder Road • Memorial Tree Lane along the H.R. Bud Porter Pathway (Five Mile Creek Pathway) Memorial Tree & 12" x 6" Granite Plaque • Cost $290 Program is Full {+Y - !'LL7fl451� 0 0 ..Eaxi YL 3/14/2018 1 Generations Plaza -- 804 N. Main Street • Memorial Plaques on Plaza Walls • Cost $100 • 4" x 2" Brass Plate Mounted on Brick • Program is Still Available !M Kleiner Memorial Park —1900 N. Records Avenue • Memorial Plaza Pavers • Plaza Layout • 8' x 64' Approach Sidewalk- • 24' x 24' Plaza • 2 Bench Pads - • 2 8' x 8' Granite Paver Areas JV 1, [y • Center Tree — Magnolia Butterflies" r �• *'< • Construction Funding • MYAC Participatory Budget • Direct Costs • Brick $ 5 • Engraving $ 25 • Engraving Company Mobilization $135 -0 • Staff Time 4 Hours @ $20/Hour 80 • Total Cost Per Paver $245 (round to $250) $250 • MPR Commission Recommended Fees • Standard Pricing • 4" x 8" Paver $250 • 8" x 8" Paver $400 r' • L MPR Promotional Period �, • April 1— May 15 • 4" x 8" Paver $150 0 8" x 8" Paver $250 • What do Other Memorial Programs Charge? • City of Boise • Idaho Fallen Firefighters Foundation Bricks • Cost Range $100 - $200 • Veteran's Memorial Park Patriot Walk Bricks • 4" x 8" $100 • 8" x 8" $200 • 12" x 12" Available for Businesses & Corporations (No Price Listed) • Additional Discussion • If we Split the Mobilization Cost between 4 Pavers • Direct Costs = $145 Per 4" x 8" Paver Alternate Standard Pricing • 4" x 8" Paver $150 • 8" x 8" Paver $250 • If on separate schedule • Add $100 To Cover Mobilization Cost • Memorial Policy • Installation 2 x Per Year = May and October • Sunset Clause • Guaranteed for the "Life Span of the Facility or Amenity" • Wording • First Line: Text shall be Limited to an Approved Phrase • Example: "In Memory of," "In Recognition of" • Second Line: Limited to the Name of the Person, including Title or Affiliation • Third Line: Limited to Dates, Such as Birth and Death Dates, or Significance • Next Steps • Notice the Fees per Council Direction • Public Hearing March 20 • Rocnli itinn JVext Questions/ Discussion? Thank You Urban Forestry 2018 Elroy Huff Arborist Meridian Parks and Recreation Park System Trees • Currently 4,353 trees in the park system • Urban forest is valued at $2,855,000 k Accomplishments • Meridian a Tree City USA for 2018 • Growth Award for rt 2018 5 � • Total trees planted - s in 2017: 255'x- z ". 4 _ New Tree Plantings In 2018 • Hillsdale Park: 110 • South Meridian Regional Park: 231 • Pine Avenue Project: 65 • Total: 406 (estimated) W 9 ^i .r 'ter. sf.* Our Biggest Tree • Estimated height: 70 foot • Canopy area: 60 x 70 • Diameter: 65 inches • Estimated values 7 years ago: $36,000 • Lowered value in decline: $23,100 • Planted around 1942 to 1945 3/14/2018 a y T , 0 — r , l.' u SYn Hyl 1F4�'e ik � '�� •�v u ;�F- Pine Avenue Project • New diversified species list • 65 new trees • One big Chestnut tree retained A Pine Street American Chestnut • Tree is about 65 foot tall • 38 inch diameter • Canopy cover 60 foot • Will be trimmed later this spring • Planted around 1945 • Estimated value of $30,000 Pine Street American Chestnut me. - -44krl--, : fil> _!4 77, 1,�T,C ly 5 . X �� ,d rCC •+,` � ' :��+, �1+� P.. zl L - i g4_ �.r: 4 1,��v. ��4 i��',tel``t r`.�•". ��e �•-r 7 z, F� `? , t. 4 r).ty�+".y'�+► i � 'Rir'�rr�iil '`�;R "iri't7'� ti 4��n�i r,% � +�•'° \ ,'`; lei \ \�. �v o -'Ar rt C� a 41tr '� • �.. � � rt""•+ 1, � a �k rJa�'1 .•1 ryk�' � s,' p1ra, *� ir,{� -.I• s! �Ce lsl� -- 1 J. l 3/14/2018 f� �•;�E IDf� IANs-- PARKS AND RECREATION Neighborhood Park Theming Discussion 3/14/2018 Recent Identity/Theming Improvements Goo Qoaovbo��u:"__. 3Y4as tF� uo q lQ 0 a k3� l fl Q a�Ar 00" W RSG GsgoOCF_ v # .01 Recent Identity/Theming Improvements PUW49 Art P•dreatiat Journey of Heroes � ctrl i= 3/14/2018 3 • 81� Street Park • Centennial Park • Champion Park • Chateau Park • Gordon Harris Park • Renaissance Park • Seasons Park • 8" Street Park • Centennial Park • Chateau Park • Gordon Harris Park • DISCUSSION 3/14/2018 5 GOAL: Secure easements, permits and construct the portion of the proposed Five Mile Creek Pathway Segment H2 that will run between Badley and Fairview Avenues. H2Purpose: Complete the Five Mile Creek Pathway segment to the north to connect existing neighborhoods and commercial centers building on the success of the Bud Porter Pathway. Status: Complete 3/14/2018 1 GOAL: Secure easements, permits and construction documents for the first half mile of the Meridian Rail - With -Trail. Actively seek easements and permits needed to extend the pathway beyond the first half mile. Pursue pathway funding opportunities based on these easements. RWT purpose: Create a major regional pathway connection using the existing railroad right-of-way that connects downtown to the Eagle Road area, Ten Mile area, and beyond to the edge of Meridian's area of Impact east and west. Status: • Negotiations far right-of-way ongoing. • Will pursue permitting with consultont in 2018. • Federol funding is allocated for pathway construction after 2022. • Staff continues to support higher-level partnerships to advance project on a regional scale. GOAL: Secure easements for the Five Mile Creek Pathway from Black Cat Road to Eagle Road. These easements will allow specific funding requests for pathway projects on an annual basis. The FY16 project encompasses pathway segments D, F, G, H, and I. Utilize the secured easements in segments F, G & H to construct widened sidewalks between existing sections of multi -use pathway in FY16. [James Court + Linder Sidewalk Widening] FIVE Purpose: Create a fully connected spine pathway across MILE the City's area of city impact area. CREEK Status: • It's now possible to travel nearly five miles on constructed pathway or enhanced roadway routes along the Five Mile Creek Pathway. 3/14/2018 FP GOAL: Pursue and secure additional funding sources for future multi -use pathway projects. ALT purpose: Minimize the impact of multi -use pathway $$ development and construction on City resources. Status: • Federal funds have been allocated for construction of Segment D of FMC Pathway between Black Cat and Ten Mile (2022). • Also for RWT (post -2022). • Submitted Child Pedestrian Safety grant application. GOAL: Develop a comprehensive pathway network informational, directional and interpretive package including signage, distance markings and a parks & pathways guide. SIGNS Purpose: Provide park and pathway user assistance with point specific information to improve functionality and safety. Status: • Directional pathway signs have been installed with mileage indicators. • Pathway identification signs also installed. *1 3/14/2018 3 GOAL: Partner with the Ada County Highway District (ACRD) and Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) to foster connection of the Five Mile Creek Pathway to Downtown via Pine Avenue and other roadways. dOIAN Purpose: Provide pedestrian and bicycle connections TOWN between the City's pathway network and the downtown LINK core. Status: • Pine Avenue project underway. • Pathway components integrated via cost share agreement. GOAL: Foster a partnership with the City of Eagle in pursuit of a pathway connection between the future Meridian park property adjacent to the Boise River, Eagle Island Park and the Boise River Greenbelt. GREEN purpose: Provide a pedestrian and bicycle connection to BELT + other regional parks and pathways. RIVER Status: • Ongoing contact with City of Eagle Pathways Coordinator. • Provided input for Eagle Master Planning Process. • Continue to coordinate re: targeted connections between Meridian and the Boise River Greenbelt. . 3/14/2018 4 GOAL: Update the Pathway Master Plan annually to reflect new information, completed projects and changing conditions. MAP Purpose: Provide an accurate reference to guide future UPDATE pathway development opportunities and illustrate current pathway conditions. Status: • Ongoing process • Will present updated pathways map for adoption by Council in Spring 2018 GOAL: Explore opportunities to build a pathway along Locust Grove Road to Chinden, connecting to Eagle's pathway system and the greenbelt. EAGLE Purpose: To connect Meridian to the Boise River + Greenbelt. GREEN BELT Status: • Ongoing process • Will present updated pathways map for adoption by Council in Spring 2018 5 PATHWAYS PRIORITIES 2018 - PROPOSED Isv.[ e y P-7. _ -- f� IlMlnrlMllG Mid Z1 sh.WAA. G-W l _ `2418 PATHWAYS PRIORITIES 6N=_ T. Camplat*tlrrdnr$ldewalkYAdening 2. Complete James Court SldewalkVVIdening 3. Enhance Floe Mlle Geek Pathway Connection at FalrvlewAvenue. Soutfi side, from H2 terminus to lakes Place 4. Design and CoordinstlonofTenMile Road Tnilhoodtoserve Five Mile Creek Pathway S. Advance Rail VAthTroll Pathway Projects—tocalandRegional 6. Continue workinjtoConnect Merldianlotheltots@RhnrGreenbeh 7. Complete LorkwoodPathway ■ I. Rework Blackstone Segment of Ten Mlle Creek 9 Improve Pathway System SISnege -10 Updates and Improvements to GIS Pathways Map -for accuracy and enhanced communicationwa -- e 11 create Path"" Informatlon'Cut Sheets' 112 Improve Process for Pathway Acceptance /Quality Control 3/14/2018 1 r� FIVE MILE CREEK GOAL: Complete Linder Sidewalk Widening • Now under contract. • Construction to start in April 2018. Purpose: Create a fully connected spine pathway acros- Meridian's Area of City Impact. Current focus on Fivr, Mile Creek Pathway. GOAL: Complete James Court Sidewalk Widening • Research and pursue remaining easements and/or right-of-way • Review and finalize plan set • Plan to bid project in late 2018 Purpose: Create a fully connected spine pathway across Meridian's Area of City Impact. Current focus on Five Mile Creek Pathway. 2 FIVE MILE CREEK .4 GOAL: Enhance Five Mile Creek Pathway Connection at Fairview Avenue. South side — from H2 terminus to Lakes Place • Improve safety and connectivity for pedestrians by clearly delineating this segment as part of the Five Mile Creek Pathway • Pursue easements and right-of-way • Relocate utilities, commercial signage and other existing barriers to connectivity Purpose: Create a fully connected spine pathway across Meridian's Area of City Impact. Current focus on Five Mile Creek Pathway. GOAL: Design and Coordination of Ten Mile Road Trailhead to serve Five Mile Creek Pathway • Preliminary design and construction cost estimates • Present to city council for approval • Negotiate cost share agreement with ACHD. Purpose: Create a fully connected spine pathway across Meridian's Area of City Impact. Current focus on Five Mile Creek Pathway. 3/14/2018 RAIL WITH TRAIL GOAL: Advance Rail With Trail Pathway Projects —Local and Regional LOCAL • Obtain remaining ROW needed • Finalize construction plans • Determine funding source- federal or municipal funds REGIONAL • Continue to support higher-level partnerships currently laying groundwork for a future regional pathway. Purpose: Create a major regional pathway connection using the existing railroad right-of-way that connects downtown to the Eagle Road area, Ten Mile area, and beyond to the edge of Meridian's area of Impact east and west. GOAL: Continue working to Connect Meridian to the Boise River Greenbelt • Continue coordination with City of Eagle pathways planning efforts • Support COMPASS and other interagency efforts aimed at regional connectivity Purpose: Provide a pedestrian and bicycle connection to other regional parks and pathways rl GOAL: Complete Lemp-Larkwood Pathway • Currently under construction. Purpose: Continue to improve connectedness, functionality, and safety of the pathway system. GOAL: Rework Blackstone Segment of Ten Mile Creek • Eliminate sharp bend in pathway and repave with larger radius. • Coordinate with NMID to remove existing stumps from creek bank and reinforce. • Restore landscape Purpose: Continue to improve connectedness, functionality, and safety of the pathway system. 3/14/2018 5 ;,i�iLVi 00iLv O +O.Ai.)iMA. iiUiv Vk%JJL-i GOAL: Rework Blackstone Segment of Ten Mile Creek SIGNS GOAL: Improve Pathway System Signage • For better wayfinding, trail identification, and communication as system expands • Make more intuitive • Keep it simple • Increase system visibility Purpose: Provide park and pathway user assistance with point specific information to improve functionality and safety. Promote awareness of the Meridian Pathway System as a community asset, while enhancing visibility and brand identity. N. GOAL: Updates and Improvements to GIS Pathways Map — for greater accuracy and enhanced communication • Update new construction within the system • Identify areas of future need or obsolescence as a result of recent development • Improve and format for greater efficacy and user-friendliness (interface with navigation apps, website, maps, and pathway routes). • Continue to develop GIS skills and serve as 'data steward' for pathways • Use map as a dynamic tool with quarterly [working] updates Purpose: Provide an accurate reference to guide future pathway development opportunities and illustrate current pathway conditions. GOAL: Create Pathways Information 'Cut Sheets' • Similar to Community Development examples • Tool for development community • Pathway requirements • Easement process Purpose: Innovate process improvements to facilitate development and acceptance of pathways per city standards. 3/14/2018 7 i GOAL: Improved Process for Pathway Acceptance • To ensure that pathways (built by others) are built to city standards • Develop process for inspection and acceptance Purpose: Innovate process improvements to facilitate development and acceptance of pathways per city standards. 2018 PATHWAYS PRIORITIES 1. Complete Under SldewelkAMdening Z. CompleteJemesCourt Sidewalk wldening 3. Enhance Five Mile Crook Pathway Connection at Fairview Avenue. Southside, From H2 terminus to Lakes Place 4. Design and Coordination of Ten Mile RoadTrallhead to serve Five Mile treck Pathway S. Advance Rall MthTwll Pathway Projects- Local and Regional 6. Continue workinStoConnect MerldlentotheBuis* RivarGreenbelt T. 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