HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/06/2006 Park Board PacketLino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING
Monday, February 6, 2006
** *EXPANDED AGENDA * **
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
(The February 6, 2006 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order
at 6:32pm. Members present: Pam Taschuk, Pat Huelman, Bill Kusterman and
George Lindy. Members absent were Paul Montain, Aaron Frederickson and Katie
Boyle. Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director and Sandie
Wood, Public Services Department Office Manager.)
2. Approval of Minutes from January 3, 2006
(Pam Taschuk made a motion to approve the minutes, seconded by Bill Kusterman.
The minutes were approved as presented.)
3. Setting Agenda
(There were no changes to the agenda.)
4. Open Mike
(No one was present for open mike.)
5. Review Partnership Opportunity with Centennial Youth Hockey
Association
(After lengthy discussion the Park Board recommended that the City Council finds
a way to contribute some monies to this project.)
6. Recreation Update
(Rick reviewed the information in the packets with members.)
7. Park Update
(Rick reviewed the memo in the packet.)
8. New Business
a. Review 2005 Accomplishments
(Rick asked members to review the accomplishments and responded to their
questions.)
9. Next Park Board Meeting
(The next Park Board Meeting will be Monday, March 6, 2006, 6:30p.m.)
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10. Adjourn
(Pam Taschuk made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Pat Huelman. The meeting
was adjourned at 7:20p.m.)
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Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino- lakes.mn.us
CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING
Monday, February 6, 2006
Council Chambers — Televised — 6:30pm
** *AGENDA * **
1. Call to Order and Roll Call 6:30pm
2. Approval of Minutes from January 3, 2006 6:31pm
3. Setting Agenda 6:32pm
• 4. Open Mike 6:34pm
5. Review Partnership Opportunity with Centennial Youth Hockey 6:35pm
Association
6. Recreation Update 7:05pm
7. Park Update 7: l0pm
8. New Business 7:15pm
a. Review 2005 Accomplishments
9. Next Park Board Meeting — March 6, 2006, 6:30pm 7:25pm
10. Adjourn 7:30pm
If you are unable to attend the meeting please call Sandie at 651 982 -2442.
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Park Board Meeting - January 3, 2006
Minutes
The January 3, 2006 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was
called to order at 6:30 p.m., by Chair Lindy.
Roll call was taken; members present were Pam Taschuk, Katie
Boyle, Aaron Frederickson, Pat Huelman, Bill Kusterman and George
Lindy. Members absent were Paul Montain.
Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director and
Sandie Wood, Public Services Department Office Manager.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 7, 2005:
George Lindy made a correction on Page 3, third line from the
bottom. It read "dirt bike trail" and is should have read
"mountain bike trail ". Bill Kusterman made a motion to approve
the minutes, seconded by Pam Taschuk. The minutes were approved
with the corrections on Page 3.
SETTING AGENDA:
There were no changes to the agenda.
OPEN MIKE:
No one was present for open mike.
DISCUSS AND APPROVE the 2006 PARK BOARD GOALS:
The Park Board began discussing possible projects for the 2006
Park Board Goals at the November 7, 2005 Park Board Meeting.
Rick summarized the items listed below. Rick provided more
detailed information regarding the proposed goals at the meeting.
He also handed out a December 31, 2005 Park Dedication Fund
Summary.
Birch Street Trail in front of Rice Lake
Elementary School connecting both trails
along north side of Birch Street and
underpass
($170,000)
Pheasant Hills Bridge directly north of ($ 40,000)
Pheasant Hills Park
Open air shelter at Behm's Park
Open air shelter at Highland Meadows Park
Re- master Planning Country Lakes Park
Re- master Planning Lino Park
($ 30,000)
($ 30,000)
($ 5,000)
($ 5,000)
Bill asked if Rick has received inquires on the Birch Street
Trail. Rick responded that he has received several inquiries.
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There was also discussion on the concerns for safety in the Fawn
Lane area.
Members discussed the open shelters and felt there is a great
need for shade in these two parks because of the playground
program taking place there.
Members also expressed their views on the Master Planning of
Country Lakes and Lino Parks.
After discussion it was the consensus of the Board that the 2006
Goals should include open air shelters at Behm's and Highland
Meadows Park and to proceed with the feasibility of doing the
Birch Street Trail in front of Rice Lake Elementary School
connecting both trails along north side of Birch Street and
underpass. Rick stated he would talk to Chair Lindy to schedule
which Council Work Session Meeting to present the goals. (January
18, February 8, and February 22.)
REVIEW ALTERNATIVES FOR 2006 SUMMER PLAYGROUND FORMAT:
Rick explained that as a result of the State Legislature again
suspending payment of the Market Value Homestead Credit for 2006,
there were several line items that were reduced /eliminated from
the 2006 General Fund Budget. The partial funding of the Summer
Playground Program from the General Fund has been completely
eliminated. This includes $24,000 in salaries and $2,300 in
supplies.
Without the assistance of any General Fund contributions, the
2006 Summer Playground Program will need to be completely self -
supporting. All direct expenditures need to be covered by
registration fees. This includes all seasonal staff, supplies,
t- shirts, naturalists visits, etc. Summarized below is the 2005
Summer Playground as well as three alternatives staff is
considering for the upcoming Summer Playground Program. Rick is
interested in getting feedback from Park Board Members regarding
the proposed options and what their thoughts are on how to best
structure the 2006 Summer Playground Program. He also
anticipates sending out surveys to last year's participants to
get their feedback on which option is the most desirable. He
included specific budget information for each alternative.
2005
8 week program - M -F (9a.m. - Noon or 1p.m. - 4:30pm) Max 50 per
location - Fee $50 resident, $75 non resident. Fee includes
supplies, specialty programs (arts and crafts, animal
presentations, naturalist), t- shirt, two individual park parties,
theme week activities, and staff (ratio: 1:12).
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7 week program (9a.m. - Noon or 1p.m. - 4:OOpm) Max 45 per
location - Fee includes supplies, specialists' visits (fire,
police, naturalist), t- shirt, one party, theme week activities
and staff (ratio: 1:15).
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Days
Resident
Fee
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Special Events
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$ 50.00
$ 75.00
Fridays at an
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M -TH
$ 95.00
$120.00
Fridays at an
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day
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M -F
$110.00
$135.00
After discussing this item the Park Board felt that Option 3, a
M -F program, was the best choice. However, they felt the non-
resident fees should be increased.
RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick referred to the Program Highlights Flyer from December 2005.
The Secret Holiday Shop was a success again with the highest
total sales ever this year.
He also stated that the Letters from Santa program continues to
be very popular.
He touched on fitness programs, 5- player basketball, the warming
houses opening and told Members when to expect the next brochure
in their homes.
PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor, which
summarizes the maintenance highlights for December 2005. Rick
noted that matting has been installed at the Sunrise Park Warming
House and will be installed at Birch Park Warming House soon. He
also stated that staff is working on daily maintenance of the
rinks. Maintenance staff has also been plowing City trails and
helping the Street Department with other plowing issues.
OLD BUSINESS:
Pam and Bill asked about their terms expiring. They said they
haven't heard anything. Rick told them to continue attending
meetings until the issue was resolved.
Members asked about a dog park. Rick informed them that he had
been in contact with Anoka County and they are working on putting
a dog park in Fridley's Locke Park (by the ice arena). George
said maybe they could put a mountain bike park there also.
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NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING:
Chair Lindy advised the next Park Board meeting would be held on
Monday, February 6, 2006, 6:30 p.m. He and Katie will not be
able to attend this meeting.
ADJOURN:
Katie Boyle made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Aaron
Frederickson. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sandra Wood
Public Services Office Manager
These minutes were approved at the February 6, 2006 Park Board
411 Meeting.
Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
February 1, 2006
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review Partnership Opportunity with Centennial Youth Hockey Association
(CYHA)
Representatives from the CYHA attended the January 18, 2006 City Council Work Session to
present their proposal for a partnership for the construction of an indoor hockey rink at the
National Sports Center.
During the presentation Councilmember Carlson suggested that the Park Board review and
comment on this proposal. I have attached copies of the information that was presented to the
City Council. Since this agenda item is again on the February 8 City Council Work Session, I
will forward the Park Board's comments for City Council consideration.
sw /parkbrd /meeting info /Review Partnership Opportunity with Centennial Youth Hockey Association (CYHA).doc
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Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation
Department Program Highlights
January Park Board Update
SPECIAL EVENTS
Snow Day: Our 7thAnnual Snow Day was held on Saturday, January 28 from
1 - 4 p.m. at Wargo Nature Center. The event was again a collaborative event
between the Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department, the Anoka County
Parks and Recreation Department and the Blaine Parks and Recreation Department. Despite the warm temperature
and lack of really good snow, everyone's spirits were high! Highlights for this year's event included: approximately 300
people in attendance, kicksledding, snowshoeing, snow snakes, Animal Productions show, winter bingo, Alphabet
Scavenger hunt, craft/activity room and refreshments. This is a great cooperative event!
Sweetheart Sock Hop: The annual Sweetheart Sock Hop dance will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2006 at
Centennial Elementary School. This event continues to remain a successful collaboration between the Lino Lakes
Parks and Recreation Department, Centennial Community Services and the Blaine Parks and Recreation Department.
New this year: one dance for the 2 -5 year olds and another dance for the K -3 graders. In previous years, the dance
was only available to 2 -5 year olds. As of 1/27/06, 43 participants were registered for the 2 -5 year old dance and 21
were registered for the K -3 grade dance. Both events will include dancing to music by a DJ, a valentine craft project for
all children, removable tattoos and refreshments. A backdrop will also be set up for "sweetheart" photos.
YOUTH
Instructional Programs: Many of our winter session youth instructional programs are underway. Dance began
January 9 with a total of 21 participants in four classes. Tae Kwon Do began January 3 with a total of 12 participants in
4 io classes. Soccer Mini Camp began January 30 with a total of 25 participants in two classes. Floor Hockey Mini
mp starts February 7 with a total of 16 participants for two classes. Registration was slightly low for most programs
is season compared to other seasons, but winter registration tends to be a bit lower than other seasons due to the
hectic holiday season that falls so close to the start date of many classes. It's probably challenging for many to think
about program registration when they are busy with the holidays.
Snack and Skate and Hockey Skills Development: Snack and Skate and Hockey Skills Development classes at
Sunrise park on Saturdays are in full swing. We have a total of 30 participants in both programs.
School's Out Camps: Our January 16 School's Out Camp was cancelled due to lack of registrations. We hope that
our February 20 camp will have a better turnout.
ADULT
Fitness: Our fitness programs are up and running. As with the youth programs, registration is down from the fall.
Again, the busy holiday season may have played a role or the oversaturation of fitness programming in our area.
Men's 5- Player Basketball: Men's 5- Player Basketball has played seven weeks, the play -offs will be starting on
February 15 with the Championship game being played on March 15.
WARMING HOUSES &
BROCHURE
Warming Houses: Warming Houses and skating rinks opened on
December 10. We open to keep them open until February 20. So far
is season we've been open 25 days and closed 24 days.
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rochure: Work is almost completed on our spring brochure. It is
scheduled for distribution on February 10. Programs in this edition
include those starting in the months of March, April and May.
Questions? Please call Liz Benoit or Brian Hronski at 651- 982 -2440.
Snowshoeing
at Snow Day
Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
January 31, 2006
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor
SUBJECT: January Parks Maintenance Update
Can you believe this weather! Last month I'm bragging about opening rinks 2 weeks earlier than
usual and now 6 weeks of above normal temperatures. As you can probably imagine the rinks
are a mess.
Maintenance highlights during an extremely mild January has included:
Rink maintenance — daily sweeping, blowing, shoveling, and flooding (when possible).
Building maintenance — cleaning and restocking shelters as needed.
Purchased and installed Tufflex floor tiles (4'x6') in warming houses at Sunrise, Birch
and City Hall Parks.
Attended Green Expo Conference and Trade Show (pesticide recertification).
Repaired hockey goals as needed.
Buckthorn removal (S Reshanau Lake Estates trail area).
Removed 9 high risk Red Oaks from City property.
Prepped wood duck houses for spring (removed old nesting materials replaced with new).
Building improvement projects:
Organized tools
Installed shovel and rake racks
Painted interior walls
Chipped Christmas trees.
Equipment maintenance.
Nuisance snow removal (sidewalks, parking lots, and trails).
Those are January's highlights. Is winter ever going to show up?
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Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino- lakes.mn.us
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February 1, 2006
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review 2005 Accomplishments
Attached are the 2005 Accomplishments for your review.
sw /parkbrd/meeting info/Review 2005 Accomplishments.doc
2005 PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Parks
• Installed Birch Street Trail - Blackduck Drive to Pheasant Hills Drive
• Replaced indoor matting at Sunrise and Birch Park Buildings
• Renovated Birchwood Acres Park including regrading, new backstop, ag -lime
infield, irrigation system, and seeding
• Repaired and installed dock at Country Lakes Park
• Installed park bench at Pheasant Hills Park
• Planted 60+ replacement and new trees at various locations
• Planted 30 replacement shrubs at Clearwater Creek Park
• Moved 60+ prairie plants from Town Center construction site to Behm's Park
• Installed 40' split rail fence along trail behind 560 Arrowhead Drive
• Sealed and painted major cracks in court surface and installed new nets at Arena
Acres Park. Also removed gates and poured concrete pads at entrances
• Renovated warning tracks at Sunrise #1 and #2
• Cleaned up and remulched tree and shrub planting along Marshan Park Trail
• Sod cut and mulched all young trees (100 +) at various parks
• Infield renovation at RLE #3 - Removed lip, moved irrigation heads, added ag-
lime
• Highland Meadows Park — Removed soil and old mulch from playground and
basketball court landscape beds, replaced with fresh mulch
• Birch Park hockey rink — Brought in fresh Class V and re- leveled rink
• Installed new gates and stop signs at trail entrance on east side of Rice Lake
Elementary
Recreation
• Started on -line registration!!
• Implemented new tiered fee structure
• Processed 3,545 registrations
• Special Events still very popular:
o Sweetheart Dance - 138 participants
o Family Turkey Shoot - 153 teams
o Breakfast with Santa - 182 participants
o Snow Day - 463 participants
• Summer playground enrollment was highest ever at 376 participants
• Tennis program had enrollment of 204 participants
• Volleyball academy filled up with 35 participants
• Lacrosse programs continue to increase with 195 participants
• Improved youth football (286 participants) and youth soccer (377 participants)
programs
• 2nd Annual TAAG Beach Party had 103 middle school -age youth participating
• 28 Party Wagon reservations
• 19 Picnic Shelter reservations
• 234 "Letters From Santa"
• 118 shoppers visited our Secret Holiday Shop
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