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Parks and Recreation Commission
August 25, 1999, 6:30 p.m.
Minutes
Commissioners present: Frank Silvis, Mary Benz, Dave Long, Gary Stevenson, Stan
McDonald, Sherry Gunn, Dawn Little, Theresa Lexcen, and Rob Marty(Council
Liason).
Commissioners absent: Rich Sonterre
Staff present: Terri Blattenbauer(YMCA)
A motion was made to approve the minutes from July 28 and special meeting on August
16 by Sherry, seconded by Stan.
Staff updated the Commission on the status of the construction of Silverview Pond trail
completion. Work should begin on September 1 and completion is tentatively scheduled
in 2 '/2 weeks. Prep work has already begun. Skye Management has been given Right of
Entry paperwork to be completed and allows construction to affect their property.
• Six guests were present to discuss the water lillie issue on Silverview pond. Cliff Ash, a
resident adjacent to the pond brought some issues to the Commission. The information
included DNR approved pellets for removal of lillies, discussion on the weeds and lack of
vistas, cucumber vine and felt the need for sealcoating of the existing path surrounding '/2
the pond. The resident group expressed a willingness to help clean up with some
guidance. The Commission directed staff to work with Rick Wriskey on organizing a
clean up. Staff will also explore the cost of seal coating. Forming a sub committee to
review an existing plan or to develop one will be an agenda item at the next meeting.
Staff update on park dedication projects included:
• Changing space/showers:
Council requested plan on how to keep area safe. Pursuing TIF funds,
and providing council with information on architectural fees, and
added cost projections.
• VB court lighting at CH:
Acquiring bids
• Pathway, Silver Lk. Road:
Current construction
• Drinking fountain updating:
Purchasing equipment for updating to be done by Park employees.
• Backstop net at Greenfield:
• Staff waiting on confirmation of needs and costs. Approximately
$1,245 needed for 3rd base line and new backstop net.
• • Retrofitting park bleachers:
City Hall and Greenfield will be done this year. There is one set
available for Commission to decide on where it is placed. Park staff
altered it to make it compliant.
• Silverview trail paving:
$49,000 is the total cost after bids. Process has begun with about 2 V2
weeks to completion.
• Outdoor basketball courts:
$9,000 completed. Funds will be taken from construction fund for
payment.
Revised total to be paid by Park dedication funds: $77,935 (so far)
Staff informed Commissioners of the benefit of purchasing new disc golf equipment
rather than purchasing pieces to repair. New costs $350 each,replacement parts will cost
$364 each. A replacement parts price list was shown with needed items highlighted.
Volunteers will be asked to assist with the new placement of these units. The Parks
Department will also be securing these similar to Roseville to eliminate theft and protect
against vandalism.
A motion was made by Mary to purchase the six needed disc golf units at the cost of
approximately $2,100. Seconded by Gary.
• Staff prompted the discussion regarding the movement of the compost site to the golf
course. Estimated cost would be $75,000 for fence, concrete, and tree removal.
Commissioners believed it would be wise to begin by discussing this with Ramsey
County as"the city"rather than"Parks and Recreation"and negotiate with them first.
Points made by Commission included; wanting additional hours in the move, and having
Public Works help move fencing which would help keep costs down.
A recommendation to City Council was made,to move the existing compost site
located at Ardan park to the Bridges Golf Course, and for a City representative to
contact Ramsey County. Motion made by Stan, seconded by Gary.
Staff updated the Commission on the status of Fall programs (a packet of flyers and
correspondence was handed out). Two follow up items were mentioned, a copy of the
MVCC/YMCA youth sports philosophy was handed out. The philosophy was added to
the Mounds View Matters and a request was made by the Commission to post at the
Community Center. Secondly, a news release was done to educate residents on the swim
passes available, actual passes were also developed and printed. The relationship with
the Mounds View Manufactured Homes is still progressing and owners have agreed to
renovate space for kids programs in which we would be involved. Staff will keep
Commissioners updated on this progress. A suggestion box will be in place at the
Community Center this Fall. A follow up system will be in place, as well as
documentation and sharing with the the group.
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• Commissioners were asked to consider investing some Park dedication funds for future
use.
A motion was made by Stan to direct staff to Bruce Kessel, City of Mounds View
Finance Director to guide in investing an undesignated amount to acquire the best
return. Seconded by Dave.
Frank informed the group on the joint committee with Spring Lake Park Lions, both
Parks and Rec. departments and representatives from both Lions Clubs. A list of
Lakeside improvements was prioritized at last weeks meeting.
Sherry Gunn has enthusiastically volunteered to be the 2000 Y Partners Campaign Chair.
Meeting adjourned: 8:30 p.m.
Next meeting: September 22, Meet at the Community Center at 6:00 p.m. for a visit to
the Parks.
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