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Home My WebLink AboutPRCAgenda_07Apr9 Date: April I, 2007 To: Parks & Recreation Commission From: Lisa Abernathy, Recreation Supervisor Re: Apri19, 2007 meeting Enclo~ci is the agenda for the April Commission meeting along with the minutes from the Febivary meeting. We `will be meeting at City Hall at our re8ular time 6:3Apffi, Please bring anything you have completed for your i ed c of the Parks Comprehensive Plan. If you need any information from me, please contact me so I . ass gn hapter can get it to you before or at the.meetng. ~ any of you have any questions or are unable to attend'the meeting please contact Lisa Abernathy. You can reach Lisa at: (651) 792-7616 Qr liya aA+hv~falconheig~ts orst. :City of Falcon Heights Parks ~ Recreation Commission AC~NDA Clay Hall < Monday, Apra 9, 2007 6:30 p.m. ,_ Michael Thomas, Gene Ozasky_ Annie Green,_ Paula Mielke Council Liaison Pamela.. Harris Staff Lisa Abernathy_Staff Tim Pittman Eric Maronde Paul Faust 1. Call to order 2. Approval of minutes March 12, 2006 meeting 3. Staff Report a. Recreation Update b. Dogs in the>park update 5. Front- yard space' at City Hall 6. Comprehensive Plan work 7. New Business • I • Minutes City of Falcon Heights, Park and Recreation Commission Meeting March 12, 2006 6:30PM Meeting Chair. Gene Ozasky Minutes By. Lisa Abernathy Present. Eric Maronde, Pam Harris, Annie Green, Michael Thomas New member: Paul Faust Absent: Tim Pittman, Paula Mielke 1. Meeting called to order 6:35 PM • 2. Approval of minutes January 8, 2006 Meeting Motion made by Maronde and seconded by Green. 3. Staff Report Recreation Update- Abernathy reported that the summer brochures went out in the City newsletter, to the schools and is now online. Registrations are starting to trickle in slowly. Abernathy also reported to the Commission that the U of M Golf Course is now under new management so we have had a slight change in what they will be accommodating us as far as golf programs. They will honor the classes we have published in the brochure but only implement the classes we get enough registrations for. Therefore if there is less than five in any of the golf programs they will not happen. They will be putting Abernathy in touch with PGA professional instructors who are looking for teaching jobs this summer to instruct those classes. Summer applications have been coming in steadily. There are 8 recreation staff returning so far from last year and a few new ones that Abernathy will be interviewing. All summer staff should be hired by the end of April. Abernathy then asked the Commission about the entertainment for this year's Ice Cream Social. Abernathy is looking at using Kidsdance again this year after being a crowd hit at last year's event. All Commissioners agreed that • Kidsdance is very suitable for this event and many enjoyed it last year. Abernathy also reported that she met with the painting company that would be repainting the Curtiss Field Playground. This project will begin as soon as the weather is suitable. The playground is expected to be out of service for about a week. Abernathy will be posting this at the park, online and in a Falcon Flyer closer to the date of work. 4. Notes or comments made during Workshop that are worth mentioning ^ Green mentioned looking into the history of the "no dogs allowed in parks" policy to see why it is and if there is a possibility of us changing or altering the policy. There were many comments regarding this policy in the Parks survey that was done. ^ Green and Ozasky both had ideas regarding a brochure or newsletter article with information about where our parks are and what amenities each of them have. This is important to our new Comprehensive Plan but also good information to get the residents. ^ Starting a new service of the "Friendly Falcon" who would provide FYI information on the website, in the newsletter or become a logo of the city that would be helpful and aid in getting information to the residents. ^ Park Signs- Updating them, adding ones on streets near the park so they are easily found. Adjournment Motion to adjourn was made by Green and seconded Maronde. • Minutes respectfully submitted by Lisa Abernathy. If there are any corrections or additions, please contact Lisa Abernathy by phone at 651-792-7616 or by email at lisa.abernathy@falconheights.org. • ti~~ O Both kids and adults can learn the basics of self defense and Martial arts! All classes will be held at the Community Park Shelter. Please dress in comfortable clothing. Tae Kwon Do- Little Tigers Ages 3- 5 Basic kicks ,punches, and strikes are taught through a variety of exercise and games. Kids learn basic self-defense and martial arts skills while developing coordination and flexibility with their peers! Tuesdays, April 17- May 29 C6 weeks) - No class May 8 4:30pm- 5:15pm Cost: $ 35 Resident $ 40 Non Resident Tae Kwon Do- Ages 6 to Adult Certified AAV Instructors teach self defense, kicks, stances and martial arts. Participants may also prepare for belt testing! Belt testing and purchase of uniform is optional additional cost. Tuesdays, April 17-May 29 C6 weeks) - No class May 8 ~p cc~On 5:30pm-6:15pm Cost: $45 Resident $50 Non Resident r•jng 7~+ Sp Women's Self Defense- Ages T5 to Adult Participants will learn quick responses for "no win" situations and what to say or do .when confronted by a threatening stranger. Learn easy maneuvers to get out of a hold and how to be confident while taking control ofthe situation. Tuesdays April 'f7- May 29 C6 Weeks) - No class May 8 6:30pm- 7:15pm Cost: $45 Resident $50 Non Resident ~r~ Falcon Heights ParKs and Recreation Registration From Complete and submit: Mali to : City Hall, 2077 W. Larpenteur, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Cali or Fax: Phone: 651-792-7616 Fax: 651-792-7610 web: www..falconheights.org Waiver of Participant- In consideration of your accepting my child's entry, I hereby for myself, my child, my heirs, executors, and administrators, waiver and release any and ail rights and claims for damages I or my child have against the above park department and its representa- tives, successors and assigns for any an all injuries suffered by myself or my child and any activity sponsored by these groups. Name•_ Address: City & Zip Code:---------------------------------------------- Phone: _________________Aiternate Phone:_______________________ Class. ------------------------------ Total.--------- Signature: ___________________ ------------------------------ Falcon Heights Parks and Recreation Looking at Babgsitting this summer? Take a Bab sitter's Training Course! Boys & Girls Ages 11-15 Cost: x64.00 Date: Friday, April 6 (non school day for some schools) Time: 9:OOam- 3:30pm Location: Falcon Heights City Hatl Pre-registration required Please bring a bag lunch Participants will learn information and skills necessary to provide safe care for children. Skills are taught in five areas: • Leadership • Safety and Safe Play .~• Basic Care • First Aid • Professionalism Class uses the American Red Cross Curriculum and is taught by Red Cross Instructors. Course includes written test, reading and assignments. Participants will receive a babysitting Kit and tote bag along with reference materials. • NOTE: Participant must be 11 years old at time of the class to receive certification. Falcon Heights Parks and Recreation Registration From Complete and submit payment to: Mail to : City Hall, 2077 W. Larpenteur, Falcon Heights, MN 55113 Call or Fax: Phone: 651-792-7616 Fax: 651-792-7610 web: WWW.falconheights.org Waiver of Participant- In consideration of your accepting my child's entry, !hereby for myself, my child, my heirs, executors, and administrators, waiver and release any and all rights and claims for damages I or my child have against the above park department and its representatives, successors and assigns for any an all injuries suffered by myself or my child and any activity sponsored by these groups. Name:_ Address: City & Zip Code:--------------------- :, ------ Phone: _________________ Alternate Phone:_______________________ Class: ------------------------------ Total:--------- CC#____________________________ Exp Date_______ Sec. Code______ Signature• _____