Lake Wichita Revitalization Committee Minutes - 05/09/2023 MINUTES
LAKE WICHITA REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE
May 9, 2023
PRESENT:
■Members
David Coleman, Chair
Steve Gamer, Vice Chair
Tim Brewer, City Council Rep
Michael Battaglino
Alicia Castillo, Gold Star Family Rep
John Strenski
Rick Hernandez
Sharon Roach
Austin Cobb
Matt Marrs
Blane Boswell, City Engineer ■Staff
■Guests
ABSENT: Ford Swanson, Alison Sanders, Kari Shaw
1. Call to Order: David called the meeting to order at 10:04 am.
2. Approval of Minutes: April meeting minutes were approved unanimously.
3. Project Updates:
3.a. Veteran's Plaza Project:
Construction is nearing completion. Installation of the Gold Star Family monument was
completed on 2 May. The memorial bricks are installed in the walkway alphabetically.
The overall Plaza will be ready for the Dedication Ceremony on 29 May.
3.b. Review Dedication Ceremony Program:
Michael stated that he will contact Century tent for a site visit to confirm location. David
provided copies of the draft Program, and after much discussion edits were agreed upon.
The Woody Williams Foundation rep will bring a bow for the presentation of the
Monument. The Committee approved David to purchase 200 printed programs, and also
approved David to purchase a white wreath and stand (Sharon will contact Bebb's for the
wreath). Parking in the near lot will be reserved for handicapped and VIP, and Michael
got a volunteer to direct cars at the end of Fairway. The City will provide a shuttle from
remote parking lots at the American Legion posts. David will locate a podium and a 4x6
American Flag. Rick will set up the Replica pick-up in the Pavilion after the ceremony.
David will provide the sound system and generator.
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3.c. Lake Deepening:
The dredging proposal from Sam Robinson of Dredge America was discussed at length.
The scoping cost of$12.5 million could be ideal for a USACE 1035 Grant, but first we
must confirm we have a property to construct a very large settling basin for the dredge
spoils. David and Steve visited with a property owner who has land at FM 1954 and
Jentsch Road—this property has potential, but we must evaluate what size basin would
have to be constructed and be sure that NRCS will approve. If that works out, the next
step is to meet with USAGE and confirm they are willing to proceed—if they are, then the
matching funds must be obtained. If this project can be completed, then the Holliday
Creek channel from the Lake to Sisk road could be excavated afterward, to facilitate
water flow into Lake Wichita.
3.d. Kayak Launch Grant: The City installed a sidewalk from the Flying Fish down to the
launch basin. Terry will schedule his crews to install the launch equipment.
3.e. Former Yacht Club Rehabilitation: The scope of work created by Wes was approved
unanimously, which will provide rip-rap on the banks and create earthen jetties out into
the basin for fishing and other recreation. Steve has gotten Carey Dodson to agree to
create a more detailed scope of work and a rendering, to keep it moving forward.
3.f. Lakeside City Boat Ramp Dredging Project: John obtained contractor quotes to
rehabilitate the Lakeside City boat ramp by dredging 4' deep and 40' long at the base of
the boat ramp, and extending the concrete ramp by 7 feet. Cost is$4,400 total, and the
Committee voted unanimously to approve this expense. John and David will work out the
best way to transfer the money.
4. Discussion of Brick Sales and Fundraising Initiatives: David summarized our
funding situation: We have $26,671 in PayPal; about $3,000 in the Wells Fargo account,
and about$10,000 being held by the City of WF. Outstanding expenses are
approximately $3,000 for the dedication ceremony, and $4,400 to Lakeside City. This
means our current unobligated funding is just over$32,000.
5. Other Business Matters: None.
6. Adjournment: The meeting adjourned at 11:15 am.
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David Coleman, Chair Date
May 9, 2023