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Home My WebLink About01/26/1989CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA January 26, 1989 6:30 p.m. Mounds View City Hall Council Chambers �. CALL TO ORDER ,V1{ S I. REVIEW OF 1988 Gt*JISSION MINTUES I I. AGENDA ADDITIONS Wti",rk,4 PGS ri I�. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT - LAKESIDE PARK IMPROVEMENTS �j. COUNCILMEMBERS REPORT ARSENAL PLAYFIELD CONCEPT V\. SILVER VIEW MANAGEMENT PLAN OUTLINE V\I. PICNIC SHELTER AT SILVER VIEW PARK REVIEW CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS FOR 1989 ICE RINKS - DISCUSS COMPLAINTS I. ARCHERY RANGE FACILITY IDEA N. LEGISLATIVE ISSUES - MRPA PLATFORM A,. REVIEW AND DISCUSS PROPOSED SOFTBALL CHANGES XIV. SNOW SPECTACULAR XV. ADJOURNMENT �V MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA December 1, 1988 6:30 p.m. Mounds View City Hall Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:27 p.m. by Chairperson Wayne Burmeister. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Burmeister, Long, Rowley, Silvis, Starr, Stevenson. Staff present: Director Saarion, Adm. Asst. Linke. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to approve the November minutes as written. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nayes. AGENDA ADDITION Director Saarion asked for Commission direction regarding the construction of a picnic shelter at Silver View Park by the Mounds View Lion's Club. Following discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Silvis and seconded by Commissioner Starr to forward to the City Council for approval the plans for the picnic shelter at Silver View Park as submitted by staff with the location as per the master plan. Motion passed: 6 ayes, 0 nayes. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT Chairperson Burmeister reported that the gate at Woodcrest Park at been swung out into the middle of the street. Director Saarion stated that there is a lock and chain for the gate and she would remind the public works crew to lock it. COUNCILMEMBERS REPORT None REVIEW RESOLUTION OF HANDICAPPED ACCESS- ABILITY/USABILITY IN THE PARKS Director Saarion reviewed the resolution regarding handicapped accessibility and usabilty of park facilities. Suggested ways of improving facilities for handicapped use are: 1. Swings for wheelchairs. 2. Elevated sandboxes. 3. Boardwalks. 4. Handicapped toilets. 5. Larger openings to tennis courts. 6. Ag -lime trails (rather than woodchips). 7. Drinking fountains. 1 ► o owgvl#Qw RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 2401 HIGHWAY 10 MOUNDS VIEW, MINN. 55112 784-3055 January 19, 1989 Dear Parks and Recreation Commissioners: I hope that you all had a joyful holiday season. It has been almost two months since our last meeting. Winter programs are in full swing. Staff is already working on Spring programs. There are many issues that we need to discuss at this meeting. I would also like to recess in the middle of the meeting to take a tour of the four skating rinks. Perhaps we could carpool in two vehicles and make the tour. Please dress warmly with boots. After the tour, we can return to warm coffee or hot chocolate and continue the meeting. If you are unable to attend the meeting, please call to notify the office at 784-3055. Your presence is especially crucial because of the two current vacancies. Sincerely, Mar aaarion,y Director Parks, Recreation and Forestry MS/SL THE MINNESOTA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION 1989 DRAFT LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association (MRPA) is a nonprofit organization committed to the philosophy that excellent parks, recreation and leisure services enhance the quality of life for all citizens. The Minnesota Recreation and Park association, with a membership of over 900, is deeply concerned about the status of recreational and leisure activities in the 1980's and beyond. Foremost among these concerns is that quality park facilities and recreation programs be available to all citizens. More specifically, the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association either endorses, or urges the most serious consideration -of the following issues: National Issues The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association will look to the National Recreation and Park Association to review and promulgate national legislation and to advise of the affect the legislation will have on Minnesota in matters dealing with parks, recreation, and leisure services. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association will provide 1 support to the citizens of Minnesota and may promulgate legislation on state and national issues. Support for the Findings and Recommendation of the State Commission on Minnesotans Outdoors COMU Following extensive study- and multiple hearings, on June 27, 1986 COMO submitted a report to the State of Minnesota which contained findings about the status of outdoor recreation in Minnesota and made significant recommendations for ways to enhance the system in our state. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association supports the recommendations of COMO, with special emphasis on: Recommended distribution of Land and Water Conservation Funds in the state. Support for a new or amended fund program dedicated to outdoor recreation at the federal and state level. Establish uniform requirements for setting aside recreational land in areas of urban development. Establish a standing Minnesota Outdoor Recreation Coordinating Council. Improve outdoor recreation by removing physical barriers and providing adequate information and transportation. ACTION: ',`IRPA will establish an AD-HOC (;ommittee to promote the findings. Unemployment Compensation In 1976 unemployment compensation laws were substantially improved by the elimination of eligibility for those individuals who voluntarily quit or are dismissed for cause. However, requalification is provided once the claimant has earned four times the weekly benefit for which he would otherwise be eligible. This requalification is too low and should be increased. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association believes that individuals who knowingly accept temporary- employment of specific limited durations or provisional employment not exceeding six months and whose employment is thus ended, should be disqualified for• certain benefits. The employers involved should not be saddled with unemployment compensation costs for individuals who accept, and perhaps even plan for the termination of such employment. The MRPA recommends that the law be amended: ACTION: MRPA will inform legislators about the effects of the current unemployment compensation on park and recreation programs, and will support associations/groups working to amend the law as stated above. Therapeutic Recreation Issues MRPA will monitor and react to in the best interests of the Associatio- proposed budgetary cutbacks and proposed regulation changes at the sta, and national level that will affect the provision of recreation services in community and rehabilitation settings to special populations. MRPA will monitor regulation changes and budgeting cutbacks in program areas that indir.•ectly affect therapeutic recreation program and services, such as eligibility requirements for financial assistance, quality of• life issues, status of vocational rehabilitation programs. MRPA will. support state legislation which minimizes financial cutbacks to special populations and which will promote quality of life for speciaL populations. MRPA will monitor the progress of Medicaid reform. MRPA supports state reimbursement for therapeutic recreation services through medical assistance. MRPA will monitor the progress and review the role of therapeutic recreation services in long term care facilities as a result of the case-mix reimbursement and the PAC surveys. Legislative Fundin for Parks and Own S�ce The Minnesota Legislature has supported the acquisition, development and operations/maintenance of state, regional and local parks through biennial appropriations from state bonding and general fund revenues. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association appreciates the financial support provided by the Legislature in creating and maintaining park and open space facilities to serve Minnesota residents and tourists. ACTION: MRPA supports legislation for capital development and operations/maintenance which would provide adequate funding levels for state and regional park systems to meet the outdoor recreation needs of Minnesota residents and tourists. Furthermore, the MRPA supports an appropriation of $5 million for matching grants for the local government outdoor recreation ,grant program. Public Employment Labor Relations Act: Temporary or Seasonal Employees The 1983 Legislature amended the Public Employment Labor Relations Act so that a temporary or seasonal public employee who is employed for more than 67 days during a calendar ,year will be eligible for exclusive union representation. As a result of the amendment, public employers could be required to negotiate the terms and conditions of employment for those seasonal employees working more than 67 days in a calendar ,year. Previous legislation allowed a temporary or seasonal employee to work for 100 days before being eligible for exclusive union representation. Minnesota Recreation and Park Association has many concerns relative to the negative impact the 67 day rule has created. Given the seasonal nature of park and recreation services, application of the 67 day rule is detrimental to both employer and employee. The types of compensation and benefits which unions may seek for temporary or seasonal employees could be detrimental to public employers' budgets, resulting in the employment of fewer people. Finally, the exclusion for students under 22 may result in temporary or seasonal public jobs only being offered to those in this category, excluding non -students or students above age 22. The Legislature should amend the Public Employee Labor Relations Act so that temporary or seasonal employees under PELRA could work for 120 (not 67) days before being eligible for exclusive union representation. ACTION: MRPA will inform legislators on the effects of PERLA on local park and recreation programs and will work with other associations/groups on recommendations for change. State Bikewa s -Pro ran The Minnesota Department of Transportation's State Bikeway Grant Program has been an ambitious program designed to develop and identify bikeway corridors which provide for -safe and reasonably direct access to the majority of public and private destinations, while exercising sound transportation engineering and planning procedures in the expenditure of public funds. Many times, parks and open spaces are the destination of persons making use of these bikeways. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association recognizes the value of this program, which benefits both the bicycle commuter and the recreational cyclist. The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association endorses the State Bikeway Program, encourages strong cooperation between state, county, and local agencies, and recommends funding be reestablished to accelerate an effective program. MRPA will work closely with the State Bikeway Advisory Board to meet their goals. ACTION: MRPA will support legislation which funds the State Bikeway Program. Other Issues Other issues may be discussed during the legislative session that directly/indirectly affects the provision of quality recreational opportunities. Minnesota Recreation and Park association will act as necessary on these items throughout the legislative session. Examples of topic/issues which could be included in this category are: work restitution, prevention of chemical abuse, eminent domain, recycling and disposal of cans, bottles and litter, public access to lakes, water slide regulations, shade tree program, workers' compensation, levy limits and W.,sissippi River Corridor projects. MEMO TO: DON PAULEY, CLERK -ADMINISTRATOR FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: DECEMBER 15, 1988 SUBJECT: LEGISLATIVE ISSUES You recently requested any legislative issues that we feel may benefit the city. I have attached a draft legislative platform developed by the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association. The three issues that directly affect the Mounds View Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department are: Unemployment Compensation Because of the nature of our seasonal jobs, we are often times hit for unemployment compensation from rink attendants, Mounds View Community Theater employees, summer maintenance workers, and other such employees. Even though these employees know that the job is temporary when hired, they are still able to file for unemployment compensation. Public Employment Labor Relations Act Temporary or Seasonal Employees Self-explanatory, see attached platform. State Bikeways Program Self-explanatory, see attached platform. The other issues on this platform tend to be national or statewide issues that affect the funding sources of Parks and Recreation programs/projects and land acquisition. MS/SL Attachment DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY January 11, 1989 Mounds View Lions Club David Maas, President 5225 Sunnyside Rd. Mounds View, MN 55112 Dear Mounds View Lions: 1 Cif of RAMSEY COUNTY, MINNESOTA 2401 HIGHWAY10 MOUNDS VIEW, MINN. 55112 7843055 Thank you again for your interest in the picnic shelter project at Silver View Park. I have enclosed three copies of master plans for Silver View Park. The picnic shelter has been located on the flat ground near on the south side of the parking lot. This location has easy access from the parking lot and will have close proximity to the walkway leading down to the pond and the tot lot play area and sandlot volleyball court. It is in the middle of the proposed family activity area. For this reason, it is perfect for large picnic groups such as family reunions, church picnics, company picnics, club potlucks, etc. The easy access from the parking lot will help make it handicapped accessible and will be convenient for transporting large amounts of food and equipment necessary for serving large groups. A shrub buffer will be planted between the parking lot and picnic shelter for beautification. There are some specific items that the Parks and Recreation Commission would like to include in a picnic shelter. These specifications are: 1. An enclosed area that can be used as a kitchen with running water, sink and cupboards and electricity for use by large groups. Since water and electricity are not available in the park yet, this kitchen area would be roughed in for future completion. 2. 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Whim of mpt v im Mai MEMO TO: MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL �1 FROM: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION �y DATE: JANUARY 29, 1988 RE: FIVE YEAR PARKS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN At the January meeting, the Parks and Recreation Commission completed the five year parks capital improvements plan. A main objective was to establish a realistic plan that can be fulfilled. For the next five years, $12,500 (the amount received yearly from the Everest park dedication fee) will be spent to fund the capital improvements listed on the attached sheets. The Commission will be asking the Council to budget an additional $32,000 per year in 1989 and 1990 to complete the Silver View parking lot project. This project has been budgeted and approved to begin in 1988. The Commission considers the parking lot as the number one, top priority park project. Ideally, the parking lot would be completed all at once, but because funds are tight, the plan is to construct the parking lot over a three year time span. 1989 Silver View Parking Lot $2,-O nn nn Sandcourt Volleyball Court (Twin) at &� ....... 1,500.00 Park Signs (rules & regulations) .................... 1,000.00 Fourteen (14) trash container holders ............... 1,568.00 Eight (8) permanent galvanized steel picnic tables... 3,360.00 Four ( 4 ) bike racks ................................. 1,416.00 Six (6) benches ..................................... 1,000.00 Security lighting needs ............................. 2,656.00 1990 Silver View Parking Lot ............................. $32rE}00=00 Oakwood play facilities .......................... 0.. 8,000.00 Carpet replacement for Groveland Building ........... 1,000.00 Hillview Building ............1,000.00 Woodcrest Builidng 1,000.00 Silver View twin sandcourt volleyball ............... 1,500.00 1991 Hockey boards replacement $ 5,000.00 Exercise trail (Ardan Park) ......................... 5,000.00 Remaining money to carry over to 1992 for Silver View play equipment 1992 Play equipment for Silver View $12,500.00 1993 Hard court surface at Lambert ............0.......... $ 7,500.00..... 5,000.00 Greenfield picnic shelter ........... 0.......... MEMO TO: PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSIONERS FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: JANUARY 18, 1989 SUBJECT: SILVER VIEW PARK POND MANAGEMENT PLAN Ron Peterson has provided a report outline for the Silver View Park pond management plan. Please review it. This is the information which his group will provide in the management plan. If you wish to have additional information not already listed, please let me know. I will pass along requests to Mr. Peterson. MS/SL cc: City Council Environmental Quality Task Force Report Outline: Management Plan for Mounds View Wetland 893 I. Introduction II. Physical characteristics of basin - area - origin - depth/bottom contours - substrate - soil boring data (if available) - groundwater depth III. Biological Characteristics - aquatic macrophytes - algae - wildlife habitat quality o wetland o upland IV. Water Quality - total Phosphorus - total Nitrogen - Chlorophyll - existing trophic level V. Stormwater System - inlets/outlets o sizes o inverts - tributary system - existing ponding/detention areas - existing skimmers/grease traps - drainage area - anticipated additions/changes to system VI. Characteristics of Drainage Area - existing land use o pervious vs. impervious surface o Phosphorus/Nitrogen generation rates - future land use o pervious vs. impervious surface o Phosphorus/Nitrogen generation rates VII. Nutrient Loading Analysis - average and peak stormwater discharges to basin - peak nutrient loading to basin - impact of peak nutrient loading on water quality/ trophic level of basin VIII.Wildlife Habitat Analysis - habitat value constraints o land ownership o City ordinances o existing or potential human -wildlife conflicts - existing habitat characteristics o upland plant communities surrounding basin o wetland plants within basin o human disturbance -factors o wildlife species observed or anticipated to use basin and adjacent uplands IX. Potential Management Measures - water quality management o limitation of future stormwater inflows o pre-treatment of stormwater with detention ponds o limiting future nutrient generation • reduced lawn fertilization • street sweeping techniques • potential changes in land use guidance o harvesting of aquatic macrophytes o groundwater augmentation o chemical treatment to remove algae/reduce nutrient availability o buffer strip enhancement - wildlife habitat enhancement o buffer strip enhancement • changes in configuration • nest cover plantings • tree/shrub plantings • changes in mowing, landscape practices o modification of human access o nest structure installation o deterrence of undesirable/problem species X. Summary and Recommendations Mary Sarion December 29, 1988 Parks and Recreation Director -` 2401 Highway 10 Mounds View, MN 55112 Dear Ms Sarion, The ice skating season looks bleak for the northern Mounds View residents with the city's planned size of the pleasure rinks at Hillview and Groveland parks. I invite the developer of the plan to take a drive to these parks and take a good look at the two puddles the plan has produced for resident ice skaters. If it is not sensed that problems will exist with overcrowded rinks and inadequate skating area, then obviously the developer has not laced up a pair of skates and participated in the activity. It totally baffles me that the city would allocate funds for new lighting and improved warming houses and in turn offer skating rinks that are grossly undersized. Mounds View rinks in their present form will create dangerous skating conditions due to lack of area to maneuver in and will severely limit skaters enjoyment of the activity. The situation can be compared to playing racketball in a closet. My initial inquiry to your department regarding size of rinks was answered with the response that past attendance was examined when the rinks were graded this year. It was also stated that the P.W. dept. determines the size of rinks based on available maintenance and previous year sizes. I had a conversation with a P.W. employee and he advised that the recreation dept. fully dictates rink area and that he seriously questioned this years size of all rinks. What is different in 1988 that the subject parks pleasure rinks are half the size of previous years? If past attendance is the criteria for determining rink area, then I would expect that next year the city will throw out a few ice cubes at Hillview and Groveland, because this season will certainly curtail attendance based on available rink area. I do not know where attendance statistics are derived from. My family skates regularly at Hillview park and there are always a good number of skaters,despite poorly maintained skating surfaces and lack of city organized activities at the local rinks in past years. Resident skaters respond to skating conditions, activities available and reasonable ice area. If the city continually opens ice rinks two weeks after neighboring cities, neglects weekend, holiday and routine ice maintenance and drastically reduces the available skating area, then obviously skaters will pursue the activity elsewhere or not engage in the sport at all. If you have determined a decline in partic- ipants at the city's rinks it is a direct reflection of parks dept.'s past effort and planning to provide decent facilities and programs at the rinks. If it needs reminding, our climate is such that winter activities represent a substantial portion of our yearly park activity. Ice skating is one of the few winter sports that provides easy access for residents and can offer inexpensive and rewarding activity, especially for cabin fevered children. -z - The expanded winter activities in the recreation brochure are a welcomed sight for January and February, 1989. But do you honestly believe that the community skating party and weekly family skating parties have any chance for success with the tiny rink at Groveland? Even after the P.W. dept. poor attempt to expand this rink, residents will encounter inadequate skating area. The childrens skating races that I had hoped would be added. will face similar problems. It is time that this city recognizes th'* recreation needs of its residents and supports such with competent planning and reasonable maintenance. There is no compromise for decent skating surfaces, especially on weekends and extended holidays,when residents use the facilities the most. It appears that we are not progressing with park facilities, but rather moving backwards as displayed by this years ice rinks, If lack of funds is reason for deteriation of the skating rinks, I would suggest the city realign its priorities. I do not think that adding expensive new park signs should be a primary goal of your planning, if important activities need more attention. Sincerely Yours, Thomas LaHoud cc City Administrator City Council MEMO TO: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: MARY SAARION, DIRECTOR 0 PARKS, RECREATION AND FORESTRY DATE: JANUARY 18, 1989 SUBJECT: SOFTBALL LEAGUE CHANGES I propose changing the adult softball league as follows: 1. Switch Men's class B from Monday evenings to Wednesday evenings. Several neighboring cities also offer men's upper classifications on Monday evenings. This prohibits upper classification teams to play in more than one league per week. A change in day will give them the opportunity to play upper class here and in neighboring communities. 2. Offer an Industrial Men's class C league. It has been communicated to me by employees of businesses at the Mounds View Business Park that they 1 want to play in an Industrial League. They believe enough teams could be generated from the new businesses. The Senior Boys softball is being offered jointly amongst neighboring communities for a larger league ... North Metro Senior Boys Slowpitch Softball League. Games would be played on Tuesdays and Thursdays at various community parks. 4. Offer an eight team Men's class C league on Mondays. I think that these changes will provide greater opportunity for play by a greater number of people. The only conflict that may result is in the Men's class B league. Although it opens an avenue for playing in more than one league, some team players may have other commitments on Wednesdays prohibiting their participation. Please comment on this proposed change. MS/SL PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW COUNTY OF RAMSEY STATE OF MINNESOTA January 26, 1989 6:30 p.m. Mounds View City Hall Council Chambers CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m. by Chairperson Burmeister. ROLL CALL Commissioners present: Starr, Stevenson, Long, Burmeister and Silvis Staff present: Director Saarion and Administrative Assistant Linke Councilmembers present: Mayor Hankner Visitors: Richard Kops, 2147 Oakwood Drive and Peg Kovacs, 2654 Louisa Ave. OATH OF OFFICE Mayor Hankner delivered the Oath of Office to Commissioner Starr who was reappointed to the Commission on January 1, 1989. Mayor Hankner then left the meeting. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to approve the November/December meeting minutes as written. Motion carried: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. ELECTION OF VICE CHAIRPERSON In accordance with City ordinance, the Commission appointed Commissioner Silvis as Vice Chairperson. RESIDENTS COMMENTS FROM THE FLOOR Resident Richard Kops, 2147 Oakwood Drive, spoke of concerns regarding the status of Oakwood Park. He stated that he would like to see the area developed. Director Saarion added that Oakwood Park is a low grade and very uneven. It may need a great deal of soil corrections and grading before any improvements are added. Mr. Kops was also concerned about the parking situation during summer ballgames and requested that "No Parking" signs be placed on one side of the road during that season. Staff promised to bring this issue to the Police Department's attention for advise on implementing restricted parking. Park and Recreation Commission Minutes January 26, 1989 Page two RESIDENTS COMMENTS (CONTD) After a lengthy discussion, the Commission asked staff to write a letter to residents surrounding Oakwood Park inviting them to the March 16 meeting. At that time, residents will have the opportunity to express their concerns and desires for the development of Oakwood Park. CHAIRPERSON'S REPORT Chairperson Burmeister reported on the January 25 meeting with the Spring Lake Park Lions regarding the Lakeside Park Beachhouse. He stated that the engineer was finishing up minor details and that the plans would be going out for bids soon. He further stated that the anticipated completion date is May 30, 1989. COUNCILMEMBER'S REPORT NONE ARSENAL PLAYFIELD CONCEPT Director Saarion presented the plans for a joint playfield development between the cities of Shoreview, New Brighton, Arden Hills and Mounds View. This playfield complex would be located on Government Arsenal property just east of 35W and north of County Road H. The proposed playfield would contain four adult softball fields, one large baseball field and two regulation size soccer fields in addition to a parking lot. Upon discussion, Director Saarion asked the Commission their opinion as to whether or not the City should continue in this joint venture. A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Stevenson to proceed with the proposal for leasing the land in a joint venture with Arden Hills, Shoreview, and New Brighton for the establishment of the playfield on Government Arsenal surplus property.. Motion carried: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. SILVER VIEW MANAGEMENT PLAN OUTLINE Director Saarion asked the Commission to review the management plan and request additional information if so desired. The plan is very comprehensive but may overlook special interests. If any additions are requested please notify Director Saarion. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes January 26, 1989 Page three PICNIC SHELTER AT SILVER VIEW PARK Director'Saarion stated that the Mounds View Lion's Club was still interested in constructing a picnic shelter at Silver View Park. The Lion's Club has formed a committee to pursue the picnic shelter project. Staff will keep the Commission apprised of further progress on this project. RINK TOUR At this time, the meeting was temporarily adjourned for a tour of the rinks. REVIEW 1989 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Staff asked if the Commission had any changes in the proposed capital improvements as planned for 1989. Commissioner Starr asked that additional lighting be installed at Woodcrest Park. Since funds for this improvement is not included in the 1989 capital improvement plan, funds must be budgeted for additional lighting at Woodcrest. Commissioners suggested that since we are eliminating the volleyball court at Lakeside (because it will be constructed under the Spring Lake Park Lion's project), we should construct one at the Greenfield/Oakwood Park site. Staff suggested that this item be brought up at the March meeting with residents. ARCHERY RANGE Staff reviewed the possibility of offering an archery range in Mounds View. All Commissioners agreed that current Mounds View parks do not have the proper design to construct a safe archery range. However, the idea of future development of an archery range in the almost acquired Miller property, northeast of 610, was a viable alternative. Until then, staff should refer interested archers to the Ramsey County archery range on Lexington Avenue. Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes January 26, 1989 Page four PROPOSED SOFTBALL CHANGES Director Saarion reviewed the proposed changes in the Adult Softball League and asked for Commission approval. A motion was made by Commissioner Stevenson and seconded by Commissioner Silvis to approve the Adult Softball League changes as written including changing the Class B league to Wednesday evenings, adding a men's Industrial Class C league on Monday evenings and the $50.00 conduct deposit. Motion carried: 5 ayes, 0 nayes. SNOW SPECTACULAR Director Saarion reminded the Commission that the 1989 Snow Spectacular is planned for February 11 and 12. FESTIVAL IN THE PARK Director Saarion requested that the Commission once again serve in an advisory capacity for the Festival in the Park celebration which will be held on September 17, 1989. The Commission agreed. She added that the Rockin' Hollywoods have been booked as the musical entertainment. FUTURE MEETINGS Because several Commissioners will be unavailable for the next regular meeting, the meeting has been changed and will meet on February 16, 1989. Also, because of the Easter holiday, the March meeting will be held on March 16, 1989. Chairperson Burmeister suggested that the May meeting be held jointly with Spring Lake Park at the new beachhouse. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Commissioner Silvis, seconded by Commissioner Long to adjourn the meeting at 8:56 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Mar Saarion, Director Parks, Recreation and Forestry MS/SL