05-02-2019 Parks & Rec Commission Minutes

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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION May 2, 2019 for the corridor, with priority rankings to show what should be done first. He noted Xcel Energy had sprayed the area again to prevent regrowth, and the seeding could begin as soon as October. The Community Services Manager stated the City has $25,000 budgeted to restore the corridor, and Xcel Energy has pledged an additional $2,000. He explained Staff was not sure how much they would be able to plant with the funds, but would monitor the project and could allocate additional funds next year. Abruzzese asked if there had been any communication to the residents about the final plan. The Community Services Manager stated they had just received the plan, but would update the residents, especially because more vegetation had been cleared without notice from Xcel Energy. Chair Miller asked about the area labeled Girl Scout Project. The Community Services Manager explained a Girl Scout was working on her final project and asked the City if she could grow a pollinator-friendly garden for Butterflies. He stated he informed the girl about this project and suggested her garden be grown along the corridor. The Community Services Manager asked the Commission if they would like to visit Gervais Mill Park for the June meeting, and Pioneer Park prior to the July meeting. Darling made a motion to visit Gervais Mill Park on June 6 at 5:30, and Pioneer Park on July 9 at 5:30 prior to the regularly scheduled meeting. Abruzzese seconded the motion. The motion was unanimously approved. The Community Services Manager reported the City would be celebrating Arbor Day on Friday, May 3 at 1:00. He said students from Little Canada Elementary and St. Johns come to plant a tree at Pioneer Park, there is a short ceremony, and refreshments are served. The Community Services Manager invited the Commission to attend if they are able. The Community Services Manager stated the trees would be planted in the new ponding area to help reforest the space. The Community Services Manager reported the 5K SAP Run would take place Saturday, May 4 and registration was available online. He explained the fee was $30, and to register on the day of the race it would be $35. The Community Services Manager stated the run would be chip timed and have t-shirts and finisher medals. The Community Services Manager stated the City partners with Lifetime Fitness to hold a free workout in the park event at Pioneer Park on the Centerville Road side of the park every Saturday in May. He stated there are two sessions, one at 10:00 a.m. and another at 11:00 a.m. The Community Services Manager thanked Lifetime Fitness for providing the snacks, water, and equipment for this event. OTHER BUSINESS JUNE/JULY PARKS TOUR