City of Chewelah – CAT Committee
Meeting Minutes – April 17, 2008
The regular monthly meeting of the Community Action Team (CAT) was held on Thursday, April 17, 2008 at 1:00 P.M. In attendance were Sharon Ludwig, Patsy Cotter, George Eberth, Tom Bristol, Denise Smith and Tracy Ferrell. Jessica Sety was also able to attend for a short time.
Update on Kiosk
Denise Smith has been checking on materials to finish the Kiosk project. She proposed using copper shingles for the roof. The estimated cost (unofficial) is $1,500.00. She also suggested purchasing ready-made display boxes, rather than paying for custom made boxes. The CAT Committee recommended purchasing two of the boxes. They agreed with the purchase of the copper shingles. She may also purchase cork board for open posting.
Theater Project Update
Jessica Sety gave a brief summary of the Theater project. She presented a history of the theater concept. She also mentioned that there will be a yard sale on May 24th at the Armory building. There was a brief discussion on scheduling and cleaning the property in preparation for the sale event. If there is rain, the event will be held inside the building. Tom Bristol will bring renderings of the proposed project to demonstrate the Armory Building remodel concept.
Playground Equipment
Denise gave an update on the playground equipment that will be purchased for the Triangle Park. She is doing research on the best product to use for the surface. She would prefer to use a rubber product. Sharon Ludwig requested that the city purchase equipment that is different than the current equipment at the schools and City Park. Sharon also requested equipment that is specific to ages 5 – 12. It was asked if the recently completed basketball courts at Barbour Court have taken any of the from the much-used courts at the Triangle Park. It didn’t appear that the courts at Barbour Court are being used to their full extent yet, but many people don’t realize that they are open to the public.
Horizons Update
There was no Horizon’s update. All of the Horizon’s representatives were attending a seminar on Economic Development in Rural areas. The CAT Committee members (that couldn’t attend) are anxious to hear a summary of the program.
Columbia Title Update
George Eberth shared that the owners of Columbia Title plan on renting out the facility. They also plan to install an elevator. The Heritage Wall will be moved to City Hall. George and Tracy are waiting to receive all the “letters” that go on the wall to determine where they will fit the best. The mayor would like to see the Heritage wall in the reception area of the administrative offices.
Other Business
George inquired about the maintenance of the flower beds around city hall. Denise will be working with Curt to determine if this job will be included with the duties of a seasonal employee or if the city will put the work for to bid. Denise has currently ordered most of the flowers for downtown. She will be contacting Liz to see what else needs to be ordered.
Tracy announced that she has the Parking Project almost complete. She worked on one map to present to the CAT, but felt it needed to be revised. A completed map will be presented at the next meeting.
The next meeting of the CAT Committee will be on May 15, 2008 at 1:00 P.M.
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully Submitted,
Tracy Ferrell
Administrative / Planning Assistant
