Park & Recreation Minutes – October 7, 2026

The Park and Recreation Board met at the Alexandria City Building on the above date at 7:00 p.m. with the following members present:   

Present:           Karen Minshall            Daniel Phirman           Dawn Warner

Absent             Fred Hollmann            Rick Carr                    

Also Present:  David Plummer, City Administrator          Kim Wagner, Recreation Director

                        Carey Franks, Recreation Assistant

APPROVAL OF MINUTES:

MOTION:  Dawn Warner made a motion to approve the minutes of the August 5, 2026, meeting, seconded by Daniel Phirman. All in favor, the motion passed 3-0-0.

VISITORS and GUESTS: None.

OLD BUSINESS:

Eagle Scout Project Update: Mrs. Wagner received an update indicating that the Scouts anticipate having the trail signs completed by the end of October, with installation planned for November. Scale drawings of the proposed signs were also provided.

Park Improvement Projects: Mrs. Wagner stated that several parking areas required immediate repayment due to developing cracks. The work had already been scheduled, with an estimated cost of $13,000. Mr. Phirman presented a draft of the Board’s five-year plan for review, input, and comments. Mr. Plummer noted that the City would be available to assist with the plan’s format and content once the move to the new City Building was complete.

Dog Days Update: The event was well attended, with 79 dogs registered and strong support from local organizations and vendors.

Security Cameras: The City determined that coordinating the park security cameras with the new City Building’s security system would provide no additional benefit. Therefore, the Park Board may proceed with the security system updates it determines best meet the park’s needs.

Budget Update: Dawn Warner presented an overview of the current budget and expenditures. No additional spending was proposed, aside from the previously discussed parking lot repairs.

NEW BUSINESS:

Recreational Director Update: Mrs. Wagner provided updates on several upcoming and proposed activities. The Haunted Walk is scheduled for October 24, and additional volunteer groups are needed to participate in the “scary scenes” along the lake. The Board agreed to increase the prize money to encourage greater participation. A request was also received to allow a miniature horse to use the park for training purposes, including therapy work and exposure to social settings. Additional details regarding the request will be provided for further consideration.

City Administrator Update: Mr. Plummer reported that his primary focus is on completing the final stages of construction at the new City Building and preparing for the move, which is scheduled to begin October 19. An open house is planned for November 14, and the next Park Board meeting will be held at the new City Building.

Agenda items for next Meeting:

• Eagle Scout project update
• Park Improvement Projects – including parking lot repairs.
• Haunted Walk Report
• Security Cameras
• Budget Update
• Recreational Director Update
• City Administrator Update

COMMUNICATION: None.

ADJOURNMENT:

MOTION: Dawn Warner made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Daniel Phirman.  All in favor, the motion passed 3-0-0.

For the official signed minutes, please contact the City Clerk’s office at 859-635-4125 or email starter@alexandriaky.gov.