Minutes - 2020 - Parks Pathways & Recreation Commission - 11/19/2020 - RegularOf T THE CITY OF EAGLE
PARKS, PATHWAYS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Eagle City Hall, 660 E. Civic Lane
"czE I November 19, 2020 5:30 p.m.
1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 5:32 P.M.
2. ROLL CALL: BLAINE, CROCKETT, DECKERS, ELWER, HUFFAKER, MINCH, STIRRAT
LIAISON: COUNCIL MEMBER BAUN
Absent: STIRRAT
3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
A. Minutes of September 17, 2020
Commissioner Elwer moved to approve the minutes of September 17, 2020, as written.
Seconded by Commissioner Deckers. ALL AYES... MOTION CARRIES.
B. Minutes of October 15, 2020
Commissioner Elwer moved to approve the minutes of October 15, 2020, as written.
Seconded by Commissioner Deckers. ALL AYES... MOTION CARRIES.
4. PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
5. PRESENTATION:
Liz Paul with Boise River Enhancement Network presented virtually regarding Woods Park
Maria Anderson with Coyote Conscience presented virtually regarding a nature school.
Chairman Huffaker asked if Liz or Maria have online websites or contact information for those that would
like to volunteer with their organization. Liz stated that Boise River Enhancement Network has a website
www.boiseriverenhancement.org, Facebook and Instagram. Maria stated that Coyote Conscience is at
www.CovoteConscience.org, Facebook and Instagram.
Commissioner Blaine asked if either organization has a distribution of how much programing is specific to
wildlife or nature experiences vs cultural.
Maria stated that all programs are nature based and culturally it just happens when the kids are outside and
feel a connection to the animals and plants.
Chairman Huffaker asked Liz when the next scheduled project in Eagle is. Liz stated there is nothing currently
scheduled but did have a conversation with Brandon Johnson and Eric Ziegenfuss regarding goathead
eradication next Spring.
6. NEW BUSINESS:
Mark Butler was not able to be in attendance, but he agrees with the recommendation at staff level except for
the angle of the embankments, the runoff from the pathway itself. Steve Noyes presented on Eastfield
Subdivision.
Commissioner Deckers recommends that dog waste dispensers be placed at either end and trash be near the
cul-de-sac.
Chairman Huffaker asked if the 1Oft natural surfaces are ADA compliant according to the City Standards.
Steve Noyes stated there is some debate due to the gradation that is being used is not the standard gradation
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used for ADA pathways. Having the grade at ADA approval slope would allow the City of Eagle to pave it
in the surface should the city want to comply with ADA.
Chairman Huffaker asked that according to the City of Eagle Standards, could a wheelchair be taken on the
surface. Steve Noyes stated yes, according to City of Eagle Standards. Also, federal funding will not allow
natural surface pathways but in this case, the city will have to stay with natural surface pathways because it is
first and foremost a canal maintenance road.
Commissioner Deckers stated that one of the issues with maintenance along canal pathways is goatheads.
Does the city language regarding the developer maintenance, is it sufficient to make sure goatheads are
cleared. Steve Noyes stated that as long as the city standard of maintenance includes goathead work, it would
be held to that standard. Ultimately, the agreement would be with the ditch company.
Commissioner Deckers asked is the developer proposing landscaping between the canal pathway and their
development. Steve Noyes stated that he does not know what the exact plan is but the recommendation
addresses what it can be. A landscape plan has not been submitted.
Commissioner Deckers makes a motion that we approve the Eastfield subdivision application with the
two changes under design other the dog bag dispenser and waste receptacles shall be located at the west
end near the cul-de-sac and under maintenance the city adds a clause to include weed control. Seconded
by Commissioner Elwer. All AYES ... MOTION CARRIES
Brandon Johnson presented Parks and Recreation yearly report and is requesting input on non-resident fees.
General Discussion.
Commissioner Deckers asked if the Parks Dept. collects satisfaction survey data. Brandon Johnson stated yes
and no. The Parks Dept. does program evaluations.
Chairman Huffaker stated that measuring participation is a good data point and trying to find who are the
return customers.
Chairman Huffaker stated that regarding Eagle vs Non -Eagle Residents, suggestions of a tier system. Tier 1
would only be open to Eagle residents which would allow residents to sign up first within a certain amount of
time.
Council Member Baun would be in favor of adding a non-resident fee.
6. MAYOR / COUNCIL REPORT:
Council Member Baun stated that the city has posted a GIS position. Interviews should take place in a few
weeks.
Resolution 20-21 was passed which is the BLM Working Group. The group will consist of 3 PPRC members
and 4 at large that will be the voting members and in addition, the group will consist of 1 Council Member,
Charlie Baun. There will be subject matter experts that will be non-voting members that do not have to be
Eagle residents. The meetings will start at the first of the year and meetings will be held twice a month for a
period of 3 months. The overall goal is to develop a concept map with user recommendations.
Council Member Baun discussed Charlie Woods Park with possible work sessions to develop concepts.
7. TRAIL SUPERINTENDENT REPORT:
Steve Noyes met with Gary Shelley, park manager of Eagle Island State Park, Brandon with Back Country
Horseman, and Karen Danley with the Facts Board and local equestrian to discuss a skills park on existing
trails and if it could co -exist with future greenbelt plans.
Steve Noyes met with City of Star Council Member Jennifer Salmonsen and discussed trail system planning.
Connecting to Eagle Island State Park is moving forward. The easement has been drafted past legal review
but still waiting on the exhibits from JUB Engineering.
Steve Noyes presented on report findings.
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Steve Noyes stated that Rob Hollerman acquired dirt from the Tandem Ridge Subdivision and was able to
add approximately 400ft of new trail to Eagle Bike Park.
Steve Noyes talked with Ron Sedlacek from New Dry Creek Ditch Co. and Ron stated the board of directors
has given the green light to explore a pathway agreement with the City of Eagle.
8. PARKS AND RECREATION REPORT:
Brandon Johnson presented on camps and classes. Activity Guide is now available to the public. Harvest
(Festival) Market had 6000+ attendees. Country Christmas is to be determined. Paige Thomas is currently
updating the Community Event Application.
Council Member Baun asked if the application will be available to fill out online or is it a hard copy. Brandon
Johnson stated the process of the application is currently being discussed.
Brandon Johnson stated that Paige Thomas will be transitioning into the Eagle Arts Commission Liaison.
Dane Knickrehm created a flyer to mail to 2800 households that have kids ages 5 — 10.
9. PUBLIC WORKS REPORT:
Eric Ziegenfuss presented on Charlie Woods Park and Mace Park, The City of Eagle and CIP process put
money aside for the design process and to hire a landscape architect.
Eric Ziegenfuss stated that during council meeting, there was an agreement presented for Pet IQ Dog Park.
Pet IQ is donating approximately $200,000 for the construction of the dog park at Ada/Eagle Sports Complex.
Pamela Baker Park, the 6.2 acres will be donated from the City of Boise and notices will be going out to the
surrounding neighbors advising of the property now belonging to the City of Eagle. Eric stated that several
months ago there was an agreement with Dennis Baker and the Pamela Baker Foundation where $250,000
will be donated for the design and first phase of construction.
Splash Pads at all parks are blown out and canopies are pulled down. Fertilizer is being put down even though
it's a bit late. The Public Works Dept. has taken on more responsibilities with taking care of trash along
roadways. Eric would like to applaud Lori and Rob for their efforts of taking care of an area from Linder and
Hwy 44 to Floating Feather and filled an 8ft long truck bed with garbage several times.
Linder Road Restroom aka: Clara Apartments Restroom has been completed and turned over to the city to
maintenance.
The Mace Trail overpass will be the next project for the Arts Commission. Crack sealing and seal coating of
asphalt trails will start in the Spring. Leaf removal has been a challenge this year. Trimming trees and removal
has been completed. The museum is currently being worked on. City Hall expansion is moving forward with
a kickoff meeting on November 30t1i Christmas light display will be completed next week and with
recommendations from the Commission, the lights will be white on the gazebo instead of blue.
Commissioner Deckers asked if there is a name for the jump line at the Eagle Bike Park. Steve Noyes and
Commissioner Crockett stated it's the same line, just an alternate pathway.
Chairman Huffaker stated there was scheduled maintenance for goathead cleanup at Charlie Woods Park and
wondering if that ever took place. Brandon Johnson stated that due to bad weather, the cleanup did not happen.
10. UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
Brandon Johnson moved CIP and CMP Prioritization to a future PPRC meeting.
11. PPRC LIAISON ASSIGNMENT REPORT:
Chairman Huffaker stated that at the previous PPRC meeting, it was discussed to have a sub -committee which
consists of Michael Huffaker, Robert Minch and Steve Deckers and recently the sub -committee met with
Steve Noyes and reviewed the materials that ACHD provided. The sub -committee is working to come up with
a prioritization of projects that can be submitted as a PPRC to the City of Eagle and then ACRD.
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12. ADJOURNMENT:
Adjournment made by Chairman Huffaker at 8:16
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Respectfully submitted:
CHRISTINA GARCIA
CLERK OF THE MEETING
APPROVED:
MICHAEL HUF CER
CHAIRMAN ,
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