Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 11/13/2008

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suggested that the Commission stay with the hexagonal shape until they get to such a point where the budget does not allow. Chairperson Johns stated that she also like the hexagonal shape and thought if the difference in cost was only $1,000 it would be money well spent. She agreed with the use of black for the banding and in keeping with the colors of nature. Parks Supervisor Riverblood explained that at the December meeting plans and specifics would be provided in the packet and would be open for discussions. He advised that they would be looking for approval on the plans and specs at the December meeting to forward onto the Council for their approval to gain bids in January. Commissioner Shryock questioned if the student presentations would be gIven during the December meeting as well. Parks Supervisor Riverblood confirmed those presentations would occur during the meeting and explained in more detail the timeframe and discussions that would take place during that meeting. Chairperson Johns stated that she liked the cedar look of the features. Parks Supervisor Riverblood displayed a sketch of the canoe rack and advised that it would be located along the path to the pier. He advised that Commissioner Shryock had previously asked him about the prominence of the lockers located in the canoe rack and explained that they could have two lockers on each side of the rack, for a total of four. He explained that the lockers would be made of a durable plastic type material that would allow for the lifejackets to breathe. He advised that the lockers would be set into the canoe rack a bit so that they did not stand out or overpower the feature. He advised that although they have not worked out the complete details for renting the canoes there would be some type of registration required. Commissioner Hansen questioned if there is an age limit for the rental of the canoes, which would prevent yoUng kids from taking the canoe unsupervised. Parks Supervisor Riverblood advised that he was open to suggestion on the process and explained that he is still waiting for information on what type of lifejacket use agreement would need to occur. He advised that possibly residents would need to sign out a canoe from City Hall or the website. Commissioner Barr advised that with small children she would not load the canoe from the dock and questioned if a gravel area would be provided along the dock for boarding of the canoe from that area. Parks Supervisor Riverblood advised that currently there are quite a few cattails in that area and explained that they were still working on the required permits for that to take place. He then explained some details of the other amenities in the park, such as trash receptacles. Park and Recreation Commission/N ovember 13, 2008 Page 4 of 11