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SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS P A R K S D I S T R I C T 1 C i t y o f M i s s o u l a P a g e D - 63 Program Description This program encompasses a city-wide park district entitled “CITY OF MISSOULA PARK DISTRICT NUMBER 1” designed to maintain the current level of service provided to all city residents. An annual assessment will be established for the purpose of funding and/or financing costs associated with providing services including but not limited to: Maintenance, repair, replacement, upkeep, installation, improvement, operational enhancement, construction, reconstruction, acquisition of land and/or Implementation of measures required to maintain public health safety or meet legal or regulatory requirements, and/or (3)Purchasing, replacing and/or maintaining equipment, tools or vehicles used to carry out the functions described herein, and/or Any other functions, labor, supplies and/or materials necessary for management and maintenance of City-owned facilities, lands and equipment under the responsibility and care of the City of Missoula Parks and Recreation Department including but not limited to: Public Parks and Park areas (as described in the master Parks and Recreation plan for the greater Missoula area, Recreation facilities, trails, open space (as defined by the City of Missoula Urban Area Open Space Plan), urban forest, medians, boulevards, pathways, sidewalks, public easements and other facilities located in the City and/or owned by the City; and providing for other matters properly relating thereto. Missoula Parks and Recreations' guiding Mission is to enhance the quality of life in our community by: Promoting Health and Wellness, Protecting the Environment; Educating and Enhancing the lives of Citizens through-out our Community by providing and maintaining diverse, accessible, and scenic parks, open spaces, and trails and numerous recreational opportunities. City Strategic Goals & Department’s Implementation Strategy The City Administration established a set of strategic goals for city government. This new city-wide park district is designed to insure that the following goals are met. Funding and Service We will work toward sustainable management of resources by becoming a greener department through recycling as practical, energy savings through conversions, and reduced water use. We will work toward sustainable funding through partnerships, volunteerism, grants, foundations, and park maintenance districts. We will diversify Missoula’s economy by providing state-of-the-art aquatics facilities, parks and athletic facilities, commuter and recreation trails, river access, and venues that support our businesses. Specific project examples include development of Fort Missoula Regional Park, and expansion of Splash Montana and Currents. Harmonious Natural and Built Environment Through implementation of approved community plans such as the Master Park Plan, Transportation and NMT Plans, and Open Space Plans, plus best practice in design, Parks and Recreation will meet the needs and demands of citizens for alternative transportation, clean air, clean water, and environmental stewardship. Quality of Life for All Citizens We will work to provide, with dignity for all citizens, full access to healthy recreation opportunities, which include direct services, self-directed play, connection with nature, opportunities for volunteerism, and support for healthful work force housing. Goals & Objectives During Fiscal Year 2011, the annual assessment for Missoula Park District Number 1 shall be allocated to the city’s urban forestry program. $10,000 of the annual assessment will be designated to planting new trees, and the remaining $30,000 will be utilized for proactive pruning and/or emergency/risk management work including pruning, removals, potential grant matching. ---PAGE BREAK--- SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS P A R K S D I S T R I C T 1 C i t y o f M i s s o u l a P a g e D - 64 Coordinate between Park Operations, Recreation, Urban Forestry, Open Space and Trails, Park Design and Development, and Aquatics and all other departments and agencies on all projects that have multiple department interests. Work with agencies, elected and appointed officials to provide written comments and testify regarding high quality park design in subdivisions. Implement improvements to various recreation programs based on customer evaluations, trends and staff expertise. Develop volunteer program to provide additional opportunities for residents, target specific groups, and increase market outreach as well as maintain or expand services. Secure easements for new trails and acquire new land for parks in accordance with the Master Parks Plan. Provide project oversight and technical design for parks and trail projects. Acquire or protect with conservation easements more Open Space cornerstones based upon priorities set forth in the Open Space Plan 2006 Update. Implement the 2010 Conservation Lands Management Plan to address City-owned conservation land and resource management which is scientific based and includes citizen input on issues and uses related to people, recreation, vegetation, natural values, enforcement, mapping and wildlife protection. Comply with Montana Weed Management Plan. Implement Master Park Plan goals and action items to improve quantity and quality of Missoula's urban parks, open space, trails, and recreation opportunities. Implement the community Non-motorized Transportation Plan by developing trails and phased implementation of the 2025 Transportation Plan. Enhance and create a sustainable urban forest resource, with goals to: 1) upgrade to a 7 year pruning cycle, 2) install sustainable tree plantings in street right-of-ways, parklands and public spaces, and 3) implement a hazard mitigation program for trees. Assist citizens in compliance with street tree ordinances. Provide comprehensive recreation programs for all ages and interests, including special events, non-traditional recreation and partnership programming. Use a comprehensive marketing plan for the Department to provide information on parks, trail, urban forest, conservation lands, recreation and aquatics to the public. Develop and maintain parks, recreational facilities, trails and open space areas at a high level of quality, appropriate for the type of use and nature of the facility, using surveys to gauge customer satisfaction. Build on collaborative efforts with agencies, organizations and businesses to further the Children and Nature movement and provide opportunities to re-engage children and adults with positive nature based recreation and education. Build on collaborative efforts with agencies, organizations and businesses to further the mission of Active Kids by providing programs and promoting the Daily Dose concept to enhance physical health among Missoula citizens. Manage parks, trails, streetscapes and conservation lands by using established maintenance standards, procedures, guidelines, and ordinances. Facilitate community beautification and environmental awareness programs. Work toward control and eradication of existing invasive plant species using integrated plan management program which includes sheep grazing, weed pulls, chemicals, re-seeding, and planting of native plants. Enhance public education through community outreach to help establish parks as essential to the quality of life. ---PAGE BREAK--- SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS P A R K S D I S T R I C T 1 C i t y o f M i s s o u l a P a g e D - 65 Budget by Object of Actual * Amended * Actual * Proposed Increase * Percent Expenditure Category FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 (Decrease) Change Personal Services - $ - $ - $ - $ - $ Supplies - - - - - Purchased Services - - - 30,000 30,000 Miscellaneous - - - - - Debt Service - - - - - Capital Outlay - - - 10,000 10,000 Total - $ - $ - $ 40,000 $ 40,000 $ * Budget created in FY11, therefore no information for prior years. FINANCIAL SUMMARY Budget by Object of Actual * Amended * Actual * Proposed Increase * Percent Expenditure Category FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2010 FY 2011 (Decrease) Change Personal Services - $ - $ - $ 135,351 $ 135,351 $ Supplies - - - 25,350 25,350 Purchased Services - - - 39,299 39,299 Miscellaneous - - - - - Debt Service - - - - - Capital Outlay - - - - - Total - $ - $ - $ 200,000 $ 200,000 $ * Budget created in FY11, therefore no information for prior years. FINANCIAL SUMMARY ---PAGE BREAK--- SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS P A R K S D I S T R I C T 1 C i t y o f M i s s o u l a P a g e D - 66 T itle A ctual A ctual A ctual P ro po sed F Y 2008 F Y 2009 F Y 2010 F Y 2011 DIRECTOR - - - 0.09 PARK SUPERINTENDENT - - - 0.09 PARK M AINTENANCE M ANAGER - - - 0.09 OPEN SPACE PROGRAM M ANAGER - - - 0.09 M AINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - - - 0.61 N.M .T.P./PARK DESIGN M ANAGER - - - 0.09 RECREATION M ANAGER - - - 0.09 RECREATION SPECIALIST - - - 0.09 RECREATION SPECIALIST-M .O.R.E. - - - 0.09 PROJECT COORDINATOR - - - 0.09 URBAN FORESTER - - - 0.09 ARBORIST - - - 0.18 CONSERVATION LAND M ANAGER - - - 0.09 OFFICE M ANAGER - - - 0.09 ADM INISTRATIVE SECRETARY - - - 0.09 SECREATRY - - - 0.07 DESKTOP PUBLISHING SPECIALIST - - - 0.07 COM M UNICATION SPECIALIST - - - 0.09 AQUATICS STAFF AQUATICS SUPERVISOR Enterprise fund AQUATICS SUPPORT SPECIALIST Enterprise fund ASSISTANT AQUATICS SPECIALIST Enterprise fund ARBORIST ASSISTANTS - - - 0.07 M AINTENANCE TECHNICIAN ASST - - - 0.47 M AINTENANCE WORKERS - - - 0.54 SPORTS M AINTENANCE CREW COORDINATO - - - - SAFETY/TRAINING COORDINATOR - - - - INTERM ITTENT POSITIONS (RECEIVE NO BENEFITS) OFFICIALS - - - - LEVEL 1 INTERM ITTENT RECREATION - - - - LEVEL 2 INTERM ITTENT RECREATION - - - - LEVEL 3 INTERM ITTENT RECREATION - - - - LEVEL 3 INTERM ITTENT PARK M TNC - - - - LEVEL 3 INTERM ITTENT URBAN FORESTRY - - - - LEVEL 4 INTERM ITTENT RECREATION - - - - LEVEL 4 INTERM ITTENT PARK M NTC - - - - LEVEL 4 INTERM ITTENT URBAN FORESTRY - - - - LEVEL 5 INTERM ITTENT RECREATION - - - - LEVEL 5 SPECIALTY INSTRUCTOR - - - - PART TIM E CASHIER - - - - PHONE RECEPTIONIST - - - - PART TIM E CUSTODIAN - - - - T o tal - - - 3.23 STAFFING SUMMARY