HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-01-05 - Agendas - Final Parks&Recreation Staff _ _ Parks&Recreation Advisory Board
Connie Edmonston,Director �ti�a l� Wade Colwell,Chairman
Byron Humphry,Maintenance Superintendent Darby Benson
Chase Gipson,Recreation Superintendent -;y "x Valerie Biendara
Alison Jumper,Park Planner fi : ,a „'�-s-.- - Steve Hatfield
Carole Jones,Park Planner - _ Phil Jones
Melanie Thomas,Senior Secretary Craig Mauritson
Jim Meinecke
FAYETTEVILLE Steve Meldrum
ff Bill Waite,Jr.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board Meeting
January 5, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
City Administration Building Room 326
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR
AGENDA:
1. Introduction of new PRAB Member Jim Meinecke: Connie Edmonston, Parks
& Recreation Director
2. Election of PRAB Officers for 2009: Wade Colwell, Chairman
Chairperson:
Vice Chairperson:
PRAB Motion:
3. Approval of December 1, 2008 PRAB Meeting Minutes
PRAB Motion:
4. Botanical Garden Monthly Report: Walt Eilers, Board of
Directors
5. PRAB 20090rientation Date: Connie Edmonston, Parks
&Recreation Director
Please bring your calendar so we can select a date for the annual PRAB Orientation. We need
to allow a time frame of approximately 2 hours prior to our February 2nd PRAB monthly
meeting.
6. Regional Park Update
7. Other Business
8. Adjournment
Attachments:
December 1, 2008, PRAB Meeting Minutes
Park Land Dedication Ordinance Fund Monthly Report
CIP Report
HMR Monthly Report
FAYETTEVILLE
PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
Minutes December 1, 2008
Opening:
The regular meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board was called to order by
Chairman Wade Colwell at 5:36 p.m. on December 1, 2008 in room 111 of the City
Administration Building located at 113 West Mountain Street in Fayetteville, Arkansas.
Present:
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board members Colwell, Biendara, Waite, Hatfield, and
Meldrum were present. P. Jones and Benson were absent. Parks and Recreation Staff
members Edmonston, Humphry, Jumper, C. Jones, Martin, Thomas, Gipson, and the
audience were present.
Edmonston introduced Parks and Recreation's new Recreation Superintendent, Chase
Gipson, who is replacing David Wright. Gipson has been the Fayetteville Recreation
Program Manager for the past four years. .
1. Approval of November 3rd, 2008 PRAB Meeting Minutes
PRAB Motion: Hatfield motioned to accept the minutes as written, and Waite
seconded it. Motion passed 6-0-0 by voice vote.
2. Botanical Garden Monthly Report: Walt Filers,Board of Directors
Eilers discussed the report. He said Phase I was complete.
Colwell commented that the parking lot will need more than twelve spaces.
Filers said that was a very early design.
Colwell said that when another parking lot was built, the gate could be closed for
security.
Eilers said they would look into that.
3. Naming of Fairlane Park Land: Carole Jones, Park Planner
The following suggestions were submitted to the Parks and Recreation Division
as possible names for the park land: Jaguar Park (former Jefferson Elementary
School mascot); Jefferson Park; Heritage Park, and Flyover Park.
According to the Facility Naming Policy, the item was tabled from last month's
PRAB meeting in order to allow for public input. At the October PRAB meeting,
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PRAB requested that additional names be submitted during the one month input
period.
Staff requested for the Historical Society to review this area for any historical
information about the area; however, no significant information was found. Walt
Eilers suggested naming the park"Doc Mashburn Park" after Dr. James
Mashburn, a booster of Jefferson Elementary throughout his life. This
recommendation was presented at the November 3, 2008, PRAB meeting and
tabled for one additional month for public input per the City's Facility Naming
Policy.
Staff Recommendation: The Parks and Recreation Staff recommend naming the
park Doc Mashburn Park.
C. Jones discussed the naming of the park land on Fairlane. She said that Eilers
suggested naming the park Doc Mashburn Park.
Jonathan Storey was present to speak on behalf of Doc. He knew Doc Mashburn
for many years, and related several stories about him. He said if it weren't for the
Mashburn Foundation, he would not have had the opportunity to play piano for
the Clintons at the White House. He witnessed Doc speaking to President Clinton
in the same respectful way that he would speak to his gardener. Doc was well
thought of by everyone.
Edmonston wanted to add that Storey is an awesome pianist and organist.
C. Jones said that naming the park Doc Mashburn Park would be good, because
Doc is from Fayetteville, and contributed so much to this area.
Mauritson said that Doc's descendants could play in this park.
PRAB Motion: Colwell motioned to name the park Doc Mashburn Park. Waite
seconded it. Motion passed 6-0-0 by voice vote.
4. Park Land Dedication: Alison Jumper, Park Planner
Development Name: Coves Addition
Engineer: Rausch Coleman Homes
Owner: Rausch Coleman Homes
Location: West of I-540, north of Hwy. 16 West
Park Quadrant: SW
Units: 38 Single Family
Total Acres: 10 Acres
Land Dedication Requirement: 0.91 Acres
Money in Lieu Requirement $36,480
* Final fees to be determined at Planning Commission approval*
Existing Parks: Holland Park(5 acres)
Developer's Request: Money in Lieu
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Staff Recommendation: Money in Lieu and multi-use trail easement
for trail connection on area labeled CP3.
Estimated Annual Maintenance: $0
Justification: Holland Park is located within a half mile
and is accessible via the trail located along
Alberta.
Jumper discussed Cove's Addition, and then said that Andy Feinstein from
Rausch Coleman was there if anyone had questions.
Colwell asked if an area on the map was a traffic circle.
Feinstein said that there would be landscaping around the road in that area. The
new sewer plant is just to the north. The trail will be on the gas easement.
Colwell wanted to know if the trail will be from Alberta North.
Jumper said that it would cut diagonally through the property to the gas easement
that will be utilized for the trail.
Feinstein said that they are working out the issues with Centerpoint Energy.
PRAB Motion: Mauritson motioned to accept the Staff recommendation of
accepting money in lieu and the multiuse trail easement connection on the area
labeled CP3. Biendara seconded it. Motion passed 6-0-0 by voice vote.
5. Leave No Trace Proposal: Jennifer Hazelrigs, U of A Outdoor Connection
The Sidewalk and Trails Task Force endorsed the initiation of Leave No Trace
into Fayetteville Parks and Recreation. Jennifer Hazelrigs gave a presentation of
the benefits for the City to endorse this program.
Staff Recommendation: To endorse the Leave No Trace program.
Hazelrigs discussed the Leave No Trace program. It would cost $200 per year for
Parks and Recreation. She feels that everyone, including the City, needs to be
proactive in educating the public. The seven ethics for Leave No Trace-Front
Country are: know before you go; stick to trails and camp overnight right; trash
your trash and pick up poop; leave it as you find it; be careful with fire; keep
wildlife wild; and share our trails and manage your pet.
Edmonston said all seven points are very important. It's important that our city
remains clean and green. The $200 is a good investment.
Mauritson said this program is a great idea. We need to keep our area cleaned up
There's no need to reinvent the wheel.
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Biendara asked if the $200 was an annual fee.
Hazelrigs said yes, it was.
Edmonston said PRAB will revisit it each year to see if there is anything that can
be improved.
PRAB Motion: Mauritson motioned to endorse the program and find the $200
annual fee. Hatfield seconded it. Motion passed 6-0-0 by voice vote.
6. Regional Park Update: Connie Edmonston, Parks & Recreation Director
Edmonston said that Southpass has been annexed and rezoned into Fayetteville
City limits. It has been submitted to the Street Committee, and then will go to
Council. The share cost is being discussed.
Jumper added that the boundaries are being worked out and being put on paper. It
will then be staked in the field.
7. Monday, December 08, 2008 Other Business:
Colwell reported on Matt Owens's Eagle Scout project building the Lake
Sequoyah Trail. The volunteers helping him have donated approximately 300
hours. While working, they have seen several hunters in the area, which is
prohibited, but this has been addressed. They have completed another half mile of
the trail.
Colwell also said that the cedar trees have grown up at Gulley Park, and are
affecting the timing of the lights going off and on.
Humphry said because of the time crunch for Lights of the Ozarks, the
maintenance staff hasn't had a chance to address the light problem. When it is
addressed, bucket trucks may be needed to trim the trees.
Colwell asked if the rubble piles have been removed.
Humphry said no, not yet.
Edmonston said all the crews were working on the Lights of the Ozarks. Now
they can get back to working on the park areas.
Biendara asked if the branches from the newly planted trees on College were
hitting cars.
Jumper said it has been a problem, but when the trees grow, the situation will
improve.
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Edmonston said she would like to thank Colwell and his crew for their work on
the Lake Sequoyah trail.
Colwell said he appreciated that. He wants to build the trail all the way around.
A slideshow of Parks and Recreation 2008 events was shown to the Board.
Waite asked what the timeline was for the Wilson Park Bridge.
C. Jones said she could answer that. The bridge is completed and she is waiting
for the abutments. The bridge is 6 feet wide and 50 feet long. The area will have
three new planting areas for our horticultural staff to maintain.
Colwell asked if people still will be able to drive through to Louise.
C. Jones said yes.
8. Adjournment
The meeting was adjourned at 6:36.
Minutes taken by Melanie Thomas.
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PARK LAND DEDICATION ORDINANCE FUND REPORT
PRAB Meeting of August 2008
REPORT BY:TRACIE A.MARTIN
12122/200813:58
NORTHWEST PARK DISTRICT
Approved Original Amount
BALANCE YEAR TO BE SPENT Banked Land Remaining: PRAB Date Approved Project
$ - 2008 1.5 Hoskins/Scull Creek Trail $ 5,255.04 Multiple $ 155,705.00 Salem Meadows(8/1/05,6/5/06&1116/06)
$ 90,695.81 2009 $ - 7110/2006 $ 60,000.00 Davis Park Playground replacement match
$ 2]],849.14 2010 $ 325,000.00 816/2007 $ 325,000.00 Davis Park Expansion
$ 88,159.92 2011 $ ]93.8] 4/7/2008 $ 35,000.00 Gary Hampton Pavilion
$ 39,578.00 N/A $ 39,578.00 Red Oak Park/Gordon Long Funds
$ 70,000.00 12/2/2008 $ 70,000.00 Davis Expansion
$456,704.87 Total 2008-2011 $440,626.91 Total Approved Expenditures
$16,077.96 Total Unencumbered 2008-2011
NORTHEAST PARK DISTRICT
Approved Original Amount
BALANCE YR TO BE SPENT Banked Land Remaining: PRAB Date Approved Project
$ - 2008 $ - 5!1/2007 $ 67,500.00 David Lashley Park
$ - 2009 $ 55,951.88 8/6/2007 $ 67,000.00 Gulley Park Pavilion
$ 30,603.57 2010 $ - 4!1/2008 $ 35,720.00 East Mud Creek Tral Bridge
$ 74,549.92 2011 $ 16,827.50 12/2/2008 $ 17,000.00 Gulley Park Pavilion/Restroom Site
$105,153.49 Total 2008-2011 $72,779.38 Total Approved Expenditures
$32,374.11 Total Unencumbered 2008-2011
SOUTHWEST PARK DISTRICT
Approved Original Amount
BALANCE YEAR TO BE SPENT Banked Land Remaining: PRAB Date Approved Project
$ 29,474.09 2008 .74 Sowder/Scull Creek Trail $ 38,012.55 6/5/2006 $ 69,000.00 Wilson Park Trail and Walk Bridge
$ 155,257.25 2009 $ 1,546.00 Multiple $ 200,000.00 Harmony Pointe Park(1012/06&1/8/07)
$ 45,178.63 2010 $ 108,345.75 8/6/2007 $ 217,000.00 Wilson Trail Lights
$ 267,21846 2011 $ 1,572.82 8/6/2007 $ 30,000.00 Wilson Pool Rock Wall
$ 53,363.37 6/2/2008 $ 70,000.00 Finger Park Pavilion
$ 31,000.00 6/2/2008 $ 31,000.00 Mountain Ranch Trail
$ 245,000.00 12/212008 $ 245,000.00 Wilson Park Trail Renovations and Lights
$497,128.43 Total 2008-2011 $478,840.49 Total Approved Expenditures
$18,287.94 Total Unencumbered 2008-2011
SOUTHEAST PARK DISTRICT
Approved Original Amount
BALANCE YEAR TO BE SPENT Banked Land Remaining: PRAB Date Approved Project
$ - 2008 $ - 01108/07 $ 40,400.00 Walker Basketball/Tennis Lighting
$ - 2009 $ 300.00 7/9/2007 $ 300.00 Mt.Sequoyah Woods Trail Signage and posts
$ 129,542.05 2010 $ - 08106/07 $ 100,000.00 Rodney Ryan Park
$ 55,644.56 2011 $ 50,000.00 12/2/2008 $ 50,000.00 White River Baseball Field
$ 75,000.00 12/2/2008 $ 75,000.00 Mount Sequoyah Pavilion Access
$185,186.61 Total 2008-2011 $125,300.00 Total Approved Expenditures
$59,886.61 Total Unencumbered 2008-2011
Number of Acres approved b PRAB
Listed by Subdivision Acres Data to PRAB Quadrant Engineer/Developer
CMN Business 8&14 5.06 5/5/2008 NW Mc lelland Consulting Engineers
Mountain Ranch PH III 4.2 5/5/2008 SW Jorgensen and Associates
The Villas at Stonebridge 2 9/8/2008 BE Appian Center for Design
YTD approved 11.26
Money in Lieu approved bPRAB Amount Date to PRAB Quadrant Engineer/Developer
Listed by Subdivision
The Villages at Stonebnd a 266,280 3/3/2008 SE A ian Center for Design
Park Center 10,200 3/3/2008 NE H2 Enginesrin
Markham Hill Cottages $ 22,160 3/312008 SW Nonhstar En ineerin
VictoryCommons $ 8,160 ]/]12008 SW Bates an. Assoc./Pamdi mCo
Holcomb Hai hts Ph III I 1 1$ 17,880 1 10/6/20081 NW I Appian Center for Design
Coves Addition 1$ 36,480 1 12/l/20081 SW I I Rausch Coleman Homes
Final hes to be determined at Planning Commission A royal.
YTD a roved 361,160
GIP STATUS-Quarterly Update
Project Name Description Current Status Projected Start&Completion Dates
Skate Parc The construction of a new skate park facility located at Walker Staff has purchased and will install an infrared light for the camera Infrared lightingwas completed in the Second Quarter.Sidewalk connection
Park.Installation of camera and connective sidewalk. at Walker Park during the fourth quarter of 2008 as well as creating will begin in Fourth Quarter 2008.
connecting sidewalks to the Skate Park.
Lights of the Ozarks Lights of the Ozarks is a display of more than 500,000 lights on the The installation will begin in October,the lighting ceremony will be Lighting Design-September
downtown square that runs from Mid-November until New Years. held on November 22,and removal will start the first week of Lighting Installation-October
January 2009. The Wal-Mart Foundation awarded a$10,000 Lighting Ceremony-November
Grant for the 2008 Lights of the Ozarks program. The A&P Lighting Removal-January
Commission awarded$12,500 for 2008 and an additional$5,500
for LED Lights.
Community Park Development Purchase and develop a multi-purpose Community Park according Staff continues to meet with South Pass developers.SouthPass Project will begin as soon as the 200 acre park land is donated to the City.
to the Parks and Recreation Master Plan.Cummings property was PZD,Annexation and Rezoning was approved by the Planning
selected for the community park site by PRAB and Park Staff. On Commission in September.South Pass is currently in the review
September 7 2004,a resolution approving the mayor to enter into process at City Council awaiting approval.ADEQ hired a
a contract with SmAhleass Development was approved.This consultant to study the landfill and are making final
included the donation of 200 acres and 1 million dollars for the recomendalions for remeditalion.
development of the park.
Terraced Consultants,Inc.completed a work plan that described
all necessary studies needed to determine the impact of the 33-
acre landfill located within the property. Estimated cost of the
complete study is$50,000. Staff is working with ADEQ for
potential funding of land fill remediation.
Park Beautification Additional flowerbeds were requested at several of the Parks and Happy Hollow additional plantings will be ongoing through 2008. Ongoing. To be completed along with the development of the new parks in
Recreation Master Plan public meetings. Additional improvements Several trees did not survive the late planting and will be replanted 2008.Entry feature for David Lashley Park is under construction.Salem Park
are Happy Hollow planting and various entry features. in the fall of 2008. entry sign is scheduled to begin in the 4th Quarter 2008.Happy Hollow
Intersection trees have been planted and berms formed,replanting of trees
will be in Fall. Additional plantings for Happy Hollow are anticipated through
2008.
Neighborhood Park Development Funds are used to develop new neighborhood parks.St.Joseph The Davis Park Expansion design will begin in the fourth quarter. St.Joseph Park 10 trees were ordered and planted in April 2006.Project
Park(PD),Salem Park(PLD),Walker Park Lighting(PD)Harmony Bids were received for the Finger Park Pavilion on August 29, completion date is pending on neighborhood fund raising.Salem Park and
Pointe Park(PLD),David Lashley Park(PD,PLD,ST),Rodney 2008.The contract was approved by City Council and awarded on Harmony Pointe Park are complete with the exception of entry signs.The
Ryan(PLD),Davis Park Expansion(PLD),Gary Hampton Pavilion September 16,2008.RFP's for Rodney Ryan Park were received signs are expected to be completed in the Forth Quarter.Walker Park trail
(PLD and Donation),Mountain Ranch Trail(PLD),and Finger Park July 11 and a selection committee selected a prefered plan on July connection to Block Street is anticipated to begin design in Fourth Quarter.
Pavilion(PLD). 17.The contract was approved on August 5. Rodney Ryan is under construction with completion in Fourth Quarter.Gary
Hampton Pavilion is complete.Davis Park design to begin Fourth Quarter
2008.Construction of David Lashley Park is complete.Trees were planted at
Harmony Pointe Park in January 2008.Construction of Finger Park pavilion is
scheduled to begin in October 2008 with completion in December 2008.
Other Park&Safety Improvements Improvements to Wilson Park east bridge and renovations to the Wilson Park bridge construction is scheduled to start during the Wilson Park bridge construction is scheduled to start in the Fourth Quarter
Parks and Recreation Office.Gary Hampton Softball Complex fourth quarter with completion in early 2009. The office and to be completed in 2009. Office renovations started Fourth Quarter 2007
scoreboard replacement.Improvements to White River Baseball renovations began during the fourth quarter of 2007 and will be and expected completion Fourth Quarter 2008.Gary Hampton Softball
Field. completed in the fourth quarter of 2008.White River renovations Complex scoreboard replacements began in January and was completed
began in the third quarter of 2008. during the First Quarter. White River project began Third Quarter 2008 and
will be completed Third Quarter 2009.Final improvements to Gary Hampton
include replacement of concession equipment which will be purchased Forth
Quarter2008.
Gordon Long/Red Oak Improvements Trail and drainage improvements are needed at Red Oak and Staff is working with Dave Evans as a consultant from Game and Red Oak construction date to begin November 2008,Completion April 2009
Gordon Long Parks. Water runoff from adjoining subdivisions Fish Commission on the restoration of the stream in Red Oak
discharges into the lower valley of Red Oak Park has created an Park.Park Staff is currently reviewing the design.
erosion problem for the park trail,tree root erosion,and various
park amenities.Gordon Long Park has two low water bridges that
need to be renovated.This project will improve the safety and
usability of the bridges over Scull Creek.The trail at Gordon Long
also needs improvements.
GIP STATUS-Quarterly Update
Project Name Description Current Status Projected Start&Completion Dates
Playground&Picnic Improvements Replacement of old equipment at playgrounds and picnic areas. Construction is complete and reimbursement has been received. Bid awarded in December 2007 to RJR Enterprises.Began construction in
Funds are to be used for a partial 50/50 matching Arkansas Parks The remaining funds are for Gulley Park surface. January 2008,completion Second Quarter 2008.Reimbursement received in
and Tourism Outdoor Recreation Grant. Grant funding in the Third Quarter.
amount of$100,000 was awarded through the Arkansas Parks and
Tourism Outdoor Recreation Grant Program for playground
replacement,toddler playground equipment,and basketball courts
for Sweetener and Davis Parks.
Lake Improvements An ADA accessible restroom will be installed to the Lake Evaluation of Lake Sequoyah Boat Docks began in March 2005. Fishing pier construction began December 2007,completion is expected
Fayetteville Boat dock recreation area.The Lake Sequoyah boat PRAB Committee and Staff evaluated the boatdocks in September Forth Quarter 2008. Funding for replacement of the Lake Fayetteville
docks are being evaluated for replacement/renovation.$12,000 2008. The Committee and Staff recommended that the dock be Environmental Study Center Boat Dock/Study Area is a joint project with the U
was approved to replace the bleacher cover at Field#3,resod closed and no new boat slips will be rented due to the condition of of A Landscape Architect Department,CEI Engineering,Fayetteville Public
ballfield access,concession building renovations,and restripe the the boatdock.This recommendation will be presented to PRAB on Schools,Springdale Public Schools,and the City of Fayetteville.The City of
parking lot at Lake Fayetteville Softball Complex. October 6th. Plans are being made to renovate the storage area Fayetteville and the schools are each providing$4,500 to fund the project.
and softball fields at the Lake Fayetteville Softball Complex. The The U of A Class designed and assisted the City of Fayetteville,Springdale
Lake Fayetteville Environmental Study Pier will be complete when and Fayetteville Public Schools and Kevin Bennoch with building the dock and
the plaque recognizing the partnership is installed. CEI stamped the design and oversaw the project.Lake Sequoyah Boatdock D
is closed.Lake Fayetteville storage area and softball fields will be completed
in Spring 2009.
Forestry,Safety,&ADA Compliance Funds are used for the Celebration of Trees give-away,a tree A public lands hazard tree assessment and mitigation is in Celebration of Trees will be moved in 2009 to Fall rather than Spring as voted
inventory,the Community Tree Planting Initiative program,and process. Mt.Sequoyah ADA access is on hold until the pavilion is during Third Quarter 2008 by the Tree and Landscape Committee.Mt.
grants. Funds will also to be used for unforeseeable emergencies completed.The second phase of the mature tree restoration Sequoyah ADA access is scheduled to begin after the pavilion is completed
occurring due to inclement weather,vandalism,replacement,or project for Wilson Park was completed in the third quarter. by the FNHA.
renovation of park amenities to meet ADA Safety standards.
Mount Sequoyah Land Purchase The City of Fayetteville purchased 68 acres on Mt.Sequoyah in The final payment has been made. Completion in 2008.
2003 for$700,000 with 3%interest until paid. The payment plan
extends five years to 2008. This park is Mt.Sequoyah Woods
located at 100 N.Summit Avenue.
Lake Fayetteville Trails Projects include developing trail maps,mile markers,signs and Signs have been designed and ordered and installation will occur Brochures completed March 30.Signs have been designed and ordered.
kiosks. in the fourth quarter of 2008. Installation will occur in the Forth Quarter 2008.
Gulley Park Improvements Funds will be used to add a parking area and a pavilion in Gulley A grant was received through the Arkansas Urban Forestry Gulley Parking and Bioswale project was completed in April 2008.
Park. Commission for the parking and Bioswale project. This project is Construction of Gulley Park pavilion is scheduled to begin in October 2008
complete. Brochures have been printed and a sign panel was with completion in January 2009.
installed to complete the grant obligation.Bids were received for
the Gulley Park Pavilion on August 29,2008.The contract was
approved by City Council and awarded on September 16,2008.
Brooks-Hummel Land Purchase The City purchased 13.75 acres located north of the Lake Lucille A payment was made for 2008 and will be paid annually through Payments shall be made as follows:
Spillway in 2007 for a principal amount of$495,000 with an interest 2012.The Trail was marked by Parks&Recreation Staff and 2008$78,000
rate of 6%annually for five years on the unpaid balance.The City Fayetteville Natural Heritage.The trail will be blazed by the end of 2009$78,000
agreed to see 1.89 acres to the United Presbyterian Church for 2008. 2010$78,000
$68,000.The City also agreed to sell a conservation easement for 2011$78,000
this property to the Fayetteville Natural Heritage Association for 2012$73,000
$179,500.This property has been names the Brooks-Hummel City Council moved funding from the Sales Tax Fund to Parks Development
Nature Preserve by Resolution 108-07. for 2008 payment.
Tree Escrow Funds from this project can be used in a variety of ways such as A public lands hazard tree assessment and mitigation is in This project is ongoing and completion is expected December 2008.
planting trees,maintaining trees with either a seasonal FTE or process.Staff is reviewing an option of contracting out some tree
contract labor,or to identify planting spaces using a tree inventory. plantings for 2008.
Funds for this project are deposited through the development
processes defined in Chapter 167 of the UDC and must be used
within seven years or be refunded. This money should first be
spent within the development and second within one mile and/or
within the appropriate quadrant.
Wilson Park Improvements Wilson Park is one of our City's oldest and most popular parks. Design of the trail renovation began in September. Construction is Wilson Park Trial Renovation construction will start in 2008 with completion in
The trail,built in the early 1990's,is now eroding and needs to be expected to begin in the fourth quarter 2008. Design for the 2009.Wilson Pool Rock Wall construction started September 2008 with
repaired. The trail also needs to be lighted for safety reasons and structure of a new pool wall is complete and construction began in completion October 2008.
to help deter vandalism.The seven by forty foot rock wall by the September. The survey and electrical engineering design are
swimming pool exit displays a beautiful flowerbed,but is complete. Additional funds are needed to complete this project
deteriorating and needs repair. The condition of the wall is a and have been requested in the 2009 CIP Budget.
safety concern.
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January 5, 2009 at 5:30 p.m.
City Administration Building Room 326
113 West Mountain Street
Fayetteville, AR
ADDENDUM TO AGENDA:
Naming of Unnamed Tributary to Mud Creek
The 4th graders of Root Elementary recently held a contest to name the tributary that runs
through Gulley Park into Mud Creek. The name "Niokaska Creek" was selected. "Niokaska
Creek" is an Osage Tribal term that means "Little Ones (or children) of the Middle Waters."
The recommendation is tentatively to be presented to the City Council at the January 20, 2009,
meeting.
PRAB recommended the name Gulley Creek at the October 6, 2008, PRAB meeting. A vote is
requested to determine if PRAB would like to present the name Gulley Creek to the City
Council as a recommendation. Per the City Attorney's office, only the City Council has the
legal authority to re-name a local geographic feature.