HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-24-2014 MinutesPARKS AND RECREATION AND FORESTRY COMMISSION
6:30 P.M. | JULY 24, 2014 | MOUNDS VIEW CITY HALL
MEETING MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER 6:35
2. ROLL CALL: Commissioners: Arel, Aukee, Katovich, Kunz, Kroeger,
Staff: DeBar, Peterson | YMCA: Leah Vandecar
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Motion Aukee, Second Kroeger
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES None yet
A. May 22, 2014 Meeting
5. PUBLIC INPUT None
6. STAFF REPORTS
A. YMCA Leah Vandecar - See notes, Silver Sneakers going well, August Music in the Park will be the
Tyrel and Aaron Show, a County Music act..
B. Public Works: Continue Field Maintenance, Big push to get projects done, adding a seasonal
help in the fall. No storm damage but some Graffiti.
7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Discuss Groveland Park Improvements, reviewed list, estimate $45,000 to irrigate, $100,000
to refurbish tennis courts. John thanked Park Staff for their excellent work. The infield of the ball
field needs to be shrank. There was some discussion on adding a patio or pavilion to the back
of the building. John asked for a time schedule of the park improvements.
8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consider Recommendation to Appoint Gary Rundle to Commission
Arel, Katovich, and Kroeger agreed they could see no reason he should not be approved.
Aukee asked if there was a conflict of interest, Councilman Gary Meehlhause was in attendance
and said there was not. The consensus opinion was to recommend Gary Rundle to the council.
B. Recommend Expenditures for Upcoming Bethlehem Baptist Church Disbursement – Aukee
had some concern about Community Center advertising and promotion of programs. Comments
were received from Councilman Gary Meehlhause about the BBC donation should be spent and
that marketing was not a big issue noting everyone gets the Mounds View Matters.
Don Peterson had some comments on Community Center desired improvements and
remodeling. They are looking at adding a prep kitchen area for those who would like to bring
their own food rather than have a caterer. They are also looking at moving the event
coordinator’s office; Redo the fitness center and adding some low impact machines. Also there
is an idea to make a room for seniors to congregate, play cards, etc. Don is getting the cost
together and Nick is looking into funding.
John made a motion to recommend BBC contribution be directed towards Groveland Park,
specifically 1. Toddler Swing $2500, 2. New Player Benches $1400, 3. Picnic Tables $3600, 4.
Bench by Playground $1200. Motion second by Arel, Passed.
Additional comments were received from Councilman Gary Meehlhause. Gary told us about the
Gateway City Association, the have 1 employee who’s responsibility is to promote the northern
suburban cities. At the meeting, held at the community center, that employee gave them some
suggestion for additional uses of the community center, specifically to promote it as a site for
corporate off site meetings, as most events are currently weekend type events, and weekday
usage is low.
9. COMMISSIONER REPORTS: Rice Creek Watershed will re-profile Ditch 5.
Forestry Update: Received an extension till the end of year on the grant from DNR. The Lead
Park Maintenance has a received some tree training and they are reviewing the employment of
a consultant. Dale noted the instance of oak wilt was low, and it was noted that there have been
no confirmed emerald ash borer infestations.
10. REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS / OTHER BUSINESS
1. Review Fee Schedule for 2015
2. Sherri Gunn – City council attended League of Minn Cities in St. Cloud. She suggested we
look at adding a Splash Pad Water Park for active free play. Benefits are low maintenance
costs, Accessibility, Durability, Long lasting, Draw in people, Gathering point , No Staff needed,
Installs like a playground, and is Wheel Chair Accessible. Several cities have them. Vortex
(manufacture) has a nation purchase program as does Art for Water Play. PRF has the support
of the Council and City Administrator. Location is a question, Silver View Park, Community
Center or City Hall Park? Suggested dates and hours would be May thru September 10am to
8pm. Also she suggested adding a shade and benches, etc. Estimated cost $300,000 to
$700,000. The one at Cottage Grove cost $465,000.
3. Disc Golf at Silverview
11. ADJOURNMENT 8:15 Motion by Kroeger, second by Katovich.
Next Regular Commission Meeting: August 28, 2014