Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 01/11/2024

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Chair Barten commented that he likes the idea of matching the colors as suggested. He stated that he liked the last two options and liked that the staff option has a lesser cost which provides more room for the additional space which would add value to the park. Councilmember Musgrove stated that there was previous discussion on whether the swings would need to be redone or kept as is. She believed that the recommended option included new swings in a new location. She commented that she did like the spinning feature included in the larger option that is recommended. Parks&Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood echoed that feature is very popular. He stated that the orientation of the swings was changed in order to fit the desired features with the required fall zones. Councilmember Musgrove asked where the current trail would be located compared to the playground. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood provided details on the other existing park features and trails, as those are not shown within the proposals. Councilmember Musgrove asked if there would be room for flowers or other landscaping. Parks & Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood replied that they did attempt to establish wildflowers and native plantings in the area adjacent to the playground, but it was not established and was overtaken by invasives. He stated that he would recommend that it become lawn around the playground area,with a mowed path around near the brush to prevent that from overtaking and creeping towards the playground. Commissioner Olson commented that he does like the color and believes that this will be a good upgrade to the park. He noted that this will also be a benefit to children who have siblings playing ball. He also believed that the upgrades proposed at both parks would lessen the maintenance demands on staff. He asked if the playground equipment would have a warranty and the estimated lifespan. Parks &Assistant Public Works Director Riverblood confirmed that there is a warranty and noted that the equipment also comes with a maintenance plan and tool kit to complete repairs. He stated that there is also excellent availability for replacement parts for this brand of play equipment. Motion by Commissioner Bennett, seconded by Commissioner Sis, to recommend City Council authorize up to $200,000 from the Lawful Gambling Fund for the refurbishment of River's Bend Park's playground and engineered wood fiber, and the replacement of Alpine Park's playground, pursuant to the proposals received and the playground replacement plan. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chair Barten; Commissioners Bennett, Sis, Ealaine, Leistico, and Olson. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioner Arts. 5.02: Approve Landscape for Central Park Main Parking Lot Reconstruction, Improvement Project#23-03 Park and Recreation Commission/January 11, 2024 Page 3 of 7