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each month in Kent City Hall Campus, Centennial Building - first floor conference rooms
220 4th Ave S, Kent 98032.
For additional information, please contact Teri Petrole at 253-856-5101 or by email at
tpetrole@kentwa.gov.
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Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda
Chair, Zandria Michaud - Co-Chair Annie Sieger
Director Julie Parascondola, CPRP
May 23, 2017
6:00 p.m.
Item Description Action Speaker Time
1. Roll Call / Call to order - Zandria Michaud 01
2. Changes to the Agenda - Zandria Michaud 01
3. Minutes dated April 27, 2017 - Approve YES Zandria Michaud 01
4. Tobacco Free Ordinance Update NO Julie Parascondola 10
5. "Why Parks - Investing in Kent's Quality
of Life" Presentation
NO Julie Parascondola 60
6. Future Agenda Topics NO Julie Parascondola 10
7. Announcements NO All 10
Special Parks and Recreation Commission
Meeting Minutes
April 27, 2017
Kent, Washington
Pending Approval
Date: April 27, 2017
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Place: Council Chambers East
Attending: Chair Zandria Michaud, Co-chair Annie Sieger, Annette Bailes, Dan
Barrett, Kalika Carver-Cox, Kari Hedrick, Richard Minutoli, Erika
Overall, Jennifer Ritchie, Jaleen Roberts, Director Julie Parascondola,
Green Kent Program Coordinator Desiree Kennedy, Recorder Teri
Petrole
Absent: Randy Furukawa, Kendrick Glover, Wayne Jensen, Lacey Seaton, Tye
Whitfield
1. Call to Order/Roll Call: Commission Chair Zandria Michaud called the
meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
Parks Director Julie Parascondola introduced the new high school commissioner
Kalika Carver-Cox.
2. Changes to Agenda: There were no changes to the agenda.
3. Approve Minutes: The minutes dated March 28, 2017 were approved by
unanimous vote.
4. Green Kent Program - Stewardship
Green Kent Coordinator Desiree Kennedy explained that the Green Kent Partnership
is between the City of Kent, Forterra and funded through a King Conservation
District grant. Forterra founded the Green Cities network and Kent was the sixth
city to join. Desiree described the principles of the Natural Areas Management Plan,
which was adopted by City Council in 2009. She educated the commission on how
invasives destroy the chance of sustainability in natural areas and how critical it is
to manage them.
Currently, there are thirty well-trained stewards They are required to host four
clean-up events per year at any of the city's "prime" locations which include Clark
Lake Park, Morrill Meadows, North Meridian, Lake Fenwick, Earthworks and Park
Orchard. The stewards are responsible for executing the four phases of restoration;
remove, replant, maintain and monitor.
The program relies heavily on community partnerships including local schools
whose teachers incorporate their studies into the program, and corporate groups
such as Boeing, Target and Wells Fargo, who use park cleanups and planting parties
as part of their team building efforts.
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Outreach is a huge component of the program, including school presentations and
staffing booths at community events.
In addition to 50+ steward-led work parties each year, the city coordinates five
large community events each year including Earth Day, Arbor Day and Green Kent
Day. In 2016, numerous volunteers invested over 4,000 hours into the park
system; some of that time was used to plant approximately 22,000 plants grown in
the city's nursery. The program is working at full capacity with work parties almost
52 weeks per year throughout the park system. The next park cleanup is on May 6
at Springwood Park, guided by Commission Chair and Green Kent Steward Zandria
Michaud.
5. Approve Revised By-laws
Julie made additions and deletions to the by-laws based on research and input from
the commissioners at the March meeting. The commissioners reviewed the second
draft of the by-laws and gave additional feedback that Julie will incorporate into the
next draft to discuss with the assistant city attorney next week. The plan is to have
a final draft distributed to the commissioners for review and adoption in May.
6. Riverbend Golf Course Business Planning Update
For years, the debt balance has been rising at Riverbend, along with the need for
capital reinvestment. In 2014, City Council authorized staff to surplus the Par 3
property for development in order to re-size the golf course operation, pay off the
debt balance and reinvest the proceeds back into the complex.
In March, the city hired PROS Consulting to conduct a best practices performance
audit and sustainability model for the Riverbend Golf Complex including staffing
framework, demographic and target market summaries. The plan includes a
prioritized six-year capital improvement program with recommended lifecycle
financial strategy and a six-year operating business model and financial pro forma,
beginning January 2018.
7. Announcements
The restaurant at Riverbend, Scotch and Vine, closed due to operational challenges
after the departure of their general manager. Meeker Street Grill & Bar will handle
the mobile concessions cart and the food service window at the 18-hole until a
permanent restaurateur is hired. A list of approved caterers will be available for
tournaments after the Request for Proposals (RFP) is advertised and the proposals
are vetted.
The purchase and sales agreement for selling the Par 3 property is going to City
Council for approval on May 2. The development agreement will be ready in June.
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Interviews for the Youth Initiative Coordinator position are scheduled during the
week of May 8. The position is responsible for the internal and external coordination
and mapping of youth activities in the Kent community.
Sound Transit announced a number of locations they are considering for additional
parking in Kent, including Kaibara Park. For multiple reasons, the city determined
Kaibara Park is not a good candidate for a parking garage site.
J. Parascondola presented the tobacco free policy to the Parks and Human Services
Committee in April, asking for their direction on specifics of the ordinance. The
committee approved staff to initiate a completely tobacco-free ordinance that is
park system-wide and includes a reasonable penalty. The Riverbend Golf Complex
is not included in the new code because it is a different business model. Director
Parascondola is prepping language for discussion with the City Attorney's office on
the revised code and personnel policies, as well as working with multimedia on a
visual campaign. She is looking for action from the committee in May and then on
to council for approval in June or July.
Director Parascondola presented "Why Parks - Investing in Kent's Quality of Life" to
the Chamber of Commerce Board on April 25. Bill Boyce, Dana Ralph, Jim Berrios,
Dennis Higgins, Derek Matheson and Aaron BeMiller also attended. The goal of the
presentation was to inspire interest in capital funding and lobby for B&O revenue
that is coming in at $10 Million per year. By Ordinance, B&O revenue is committed
to street improvements at approximately $5 Million per year. Parks is asking for the
excess B&O revenue over the $5 Million commitment. The presentation generated a
lot of positive response from the group and the four councilmembers verbally
committed to finding sustainable capital funding. The Chamber voiced their desire
to be a partner in finding a solution to capital funding however, they are not in
favor of committing all of the B&O revenue to parks. Director Parascondola and
staff are presenting the "Why Parks" report to the full council at the workshop on
May 2.
The new synthetic turf on Field One at Hogan Park will double its capacity. The
project budget total is $1.9 Million. Staff applied for and received a $750,000 grant
from the Recreation and Conservation Office (RCO). Director Parascondola plans to
review the return on investment with synthetic turf.
The Kent Parks Foundation announced the "Give Big" promotion. "Give Big" is part
of the Seattle Foundation one-day giving event. Donate at Kentparksfoundation.org
to a specific program or park.
The meeting concluded at 8:04 p.m.
Teri Petrole
Teri Petrole
Parks and Recreation Commission Secretary
Youth Initiative Program coordinator Job - city of Kent - Kent, washington -
Youth lnitiative Program Coordinator
Job Description
Overall Job Objective
Job Title:Youth lnitiative
Program Coordinator
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Closing
Date/Time:
Mon. 05/01/17 8:00
AM Pacific Time
Salary:
s5,320.00 - 56,471 .00
Monthly
s63,840.00 -
577,652.00 Annually
Job Type:Regular Full-time
Location:220 4th Ave. S., Kent,
. Washington
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The City of Kent is currently accepting applications for a Youth
lnitiative Program Coordinator in our Parks, Recreation and
Commun¡ty Services Department. We are seeking a candidate who
is adept at building relationships with and providing necessary
services to youth. lf you possess these abilities, along with a
pass¡on for developing strategies that will aid in the betterment of
housing and human services for Kent residents, we welcome your
application.
**Please note that a cover letter and resume muét be attached to
your online application in order for your application to be
considered complete. You cannot add these items to your
application after you have submitted it. lf you experience technical
difficulties while filling out your application, please call our office at
(253) 856-5270 and we will do our best to assist you.**
This is a non-represented, benefited position that is exempt from
overtime.
lnitial interviews for this position are tentatively scheduled for
Friday, May 5.
Under the direction of the Senior Human Services Coordinator,
perform professional, analytical, and technical duties in the
development, implementation and administration of Housing and
Human Services programs. The incumbent applies professional
level skills and collaboration to gather, develop, and analyze
information to meet the housing and human services needs of Kent
citizens.
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work is characterized by professional level duties in the
development and coord¡nation of a wide var¡ety of complex
recreat¡onal, cultural, artistic, leisure, a nd/or athletic prog rams.
While actual duties of this incumbent are focused on youth and
young adult well-being, all coordinators may be assigned to
perform work in any or all areas. Incumbent is regularly required to
represent the City of Kent while working with elected officials and
staff from a variety of other organizations. lncumbent is frequently
involved in politically sensitive issues requiring a considerable
amount of tact and diplomacy, and may be required to take a lead
role in developing strategies to address those controversies. May
serve as lead on a variety of Parks projects as assigned and
supervise temporary staff as necessary.
work is performed independently under limited supervision.
Supervisor sets the overall objectives and resources available.
lncumbent and supervisor work together to develop the deadlines,
projects, and work to be completed. lncumbent is responsible for
the work, plans and carries out the assignment, resolves most
conflicts that arise, coordinates work with others, and interprets
policies on own initiative in terms of established objectives.
lncumbent keeps supervisor informed of progress, potentially
controversial matters, or far-reaching implications. Work is
reviewed in terms of feasibility, compatibility with other work, or
effectiveness of resu lts.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Develop an inventory of youth lyoung adult program services and
activities available in Kent and ensure connection to the King
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County Youth Directory; ensure inventory ¡s updated annually.
Support the implementation of and susta¡n a local youth coal¡t¡on,
including city departments and commun¡ty-based
providers/partners to promote high quality, culturally responsive
extended learning and soc¡al development programs and identify
gaps in service delivery.
Establish and maintain a community "scorecard" or set of
benchmarks to track key outcomes and community indicators.
Collaborate with internal working team representing other
departments and divisions within the City to identify gaps and
opportunities. For youth involved with the juvenile justice system
or youth considered disconnected, identify gaps and support the
development and implementation of effective resources, programs
and services to support their positive development and ability to
fully participate in community life.
Develop and maintain a fiscal map to track funding allocated
through multiple sources (local, and regional) that supports a
variety of youth programs available to youth in Kent.
lmplement a youth employment initiative that includes summer
employment, work readiness/life skills, and provide transitional
jobs for young people who need temporary, wage-based
employment as a stepp¡ng stone to develop work skills and enter
the regular labor market.
Establish a Kent Youth Leadership Board to bring forward the youth
voice in the planning and development of local policy and
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programming. This position will serve as the liaison to the board
and coordinate closely w¡th the Youth Police Board.
Provide information and assistance to staff, City personnel and the
general public regarding youth /young adult programs.
Convene stakeholders on emerging issues/potential projects as
needed.
Research and analyze demographic, statistical and socioeconom¡c
data, service reports and need indicators; stay current on trends
and issues relevant to youth, young adults and community
coalitions; prepare written and oral reports based on the data and
share with both internally and external youth providers, where
applicable.
Direct the activities and monitor the completion of work tasks of
consultants and interns who are contracted to perform specified
planning activities for the division as assiqned.
Conduct and attend a variety of staff and community meetings;
provide oral presentations concerning program.
May participate in the development of grant proposals and
budgets for youth and/or young adult program funding
opportu n ities.
Prepare and maintain various records, reports and work sheets
related to the program implementation and operation including
expense records
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Actively support the vision, mission, values and behavior
statements of the C¡ty and the department.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES:
Perform related duties as ass¡gned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE OF:
. Principles, methods & techniques of community and organizational development,
program planning and design, grant writing, budget development, and program
evaluation
. Principles and practices of research methodology as applied to the collection and
analysis of data
. Current issues, trends and developments for youth and young adults
. Applicable federal, state, and local service funding sources and applicable laws and
regulations
. Measurement of program outcomes
. Working collaboratively with services staff from regional jurisdiction
. Available community resources
. Relationships among governments, public and private community organizations and
groups, and private enterprise in the county
SKILLED IN:
. Grant, proposal and/or contract preparation, negotiation, monitoring and administration
. Evaluating programs in relation to youth and young adult needs
. Research, analyze and evaluate data and information and make recommendations
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' Work effectively with ethnic communities, community based organizations and citizens
from díverse backgrounds
. Build coalitions among groups with differing needs and objectives
' Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with a wide range
of individuals and groups
' General research methods necessary to gather, analyze, evaluate and synthesize data,
and assist in the formulation of comprehensive plans
' Thinking conceptually, observing and evaluating trends, analyzing data, and drawing
logical conclusions
. Facilitate meetings and make group presentations
. Effective communication with individuals in crisis
' Making effective oral presentations at public hearings and meetings
. Develop effective strategies to leverage limited resources
. Working confidentially with discretion
. Technical aspects of field of specialty
. Telephone techniques and etiquette
. Record keeping methods
ABILITY TO:
' Collect, analyze and interpret demographic, statistical and socioeconomic data
. Prepare reports
' Establish and maintain effective working relationships with City officials and employees,
Commissions, committees, other jurisdictions, agencies and the general publíc
. Prepare for and present effective public presentations
. Read, interpret and apply policies, procedures, codes, rules and regulations
. Work effectívely with multiple priorities and time constraints
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. Plan and organize work
. Physically perform the requirements of the position
. Provide effective written and verbal communication across diverse audiences with
multiple language backgrounds
Education, Exper¡ence and Other Requirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Sciences, Planning, Public
Administration, Recreation or related field; and
Experience: Three (3) years of exper¡ence in human serv¡ce youth
development planning at a professional level.
Or: ln place of the above requ¡rement, the incumbent may possess
any combination of relevant education and exper¡ence which
would demonstrate the individual's knowledge, sk¡ll and ability to
perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above.
LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
. Valid Washington State driver's license
. Must be able to successfully pass the City's pre-employment driver's records check
. Multilingual desirable
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