3-17-25 Parks Commission Meeting Packet

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City of Lake Elmo Parks Commission Minutes February 19, 2025 Members Present: Commissioners Kastler, Barrett, Hoelscher, Sturtz and Esch Absent: Commissioner Elam Staff Present: Assistant Public Works Director Swanepoel The meeting was called to order by Kastler at 6:30 PM. Approval of Agenda Barrett motioned to approve the agenda as presented, Hoelscher provided a second; no discussion. Motion approved 6-0. Approval of Minutes Elam motioned to approve the December 16, 2024 Parks Commission Minutes, Barrett provided a second; no discussion. Motion passed 6-0. Public Comments None Park Donation Assistant Public Works Director Swanepoel reviewed a donation application received from Kristina Tonseth to be used for purchase and installation of a memorial bench and plaque in Demontreville Park. Barrett motioned to recommend to recommend to the City Council to approve the donation from Kristina Tonseth to purchase and install a memorial bench to be placed in Demontreville Wildlife Park in with a plaque in memory of Peter David Epland not to exceed $1600. Sturtz provided a second. Motion passed 5-0. Sunfish Lake Parking Lot Extension Assistant Public Works Director Swanepoel reviewed proposed expansion of the parking lot in Sunfish Lake Park in two locations and presented photos of parking overflow noted during the summer and fall of 2024. Tony Manzara, Sally Manzara Nature Center, provided information related to historical parking demands. Discussion was held concerning the layout of the parking. Esch motioned to recommend to City Council the expansion of the existing parking lot at Sunfish Lake Park; provided a second. Motion passed 5-0. Communications a) Sunfish Lake Park buckthorn removal update b) Ice Rink is still open c) Park maintenance ongoing – tree trimming and MS4 stormwater inspections Barrett motioned to adjourn the meeting; Kastler provided a second. Motion passed 5-0.