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• Parks&Recreation Commission
April 26, 2000, 6:30 pm
Minutes
Commissioners present: Rich Sonterre,Frank Silvis, Theresa Lexcen, Dawn Little, Stan
McDonald, Tony Zuk, and Mike Szczepanski.
Commissioners absent: Sherry Gunn, and Dave Long
Staff present: Terri Blattenbauer(YMCA) and Mike Ulrich(City of Mounds View)
A motion was made to approve the minutes from March 29,by Tony, seconded by Rich.
Motion carries.
Cliff Ash, Silver Lake Woods resident was present to address some issues. The
following concerns were discussed:
• Treating lillies on the pond
• Cracks in the path surrounding the pond
• Seal coating the north end of the path
• Organizing a resident clean up for Fall
• • Would like to see a park advisory committee to make a plan and get the study
of the pond up to date.
Cliff would also like clarification on banquet center usage. He would like a rate schedule
to communicate to the Association. There was also discussion on partnering with Public
Works on the Spring clean up on May 20. Rich encouraged the Silver Lake Woods
Association to extend an invitation to the Park and Recreation Commission to help clean
up.
Staff updated the group on participation for Spring session. The variance from 1999 was
a+65 participants. Staff will be reporting more on increases based on new programs.
The request was made to council to purchase fitness equipment for the community center.
Staff are waiting on the final vote, and approval. There was lengthy discussion on the
quality of swimming lessons and instructors. Staff concurred with the group, and
informed them that it is a priority to continue to evaluate, search for good instructors and
supervise more closely. Two ideas that surfaced were,to market the jobs and include
training for free, and to possibly offer college credits. The unemployment issue can be
partly to blame for lack of quality, committed instructors. It was also noted that the
request to transfer$100,000 from the"old"recreation fund was approved to be
transferred to the Park dedication fund. This will take place in May.
Resident Elizabeth Nelson submitted a letter regarding the Silverview path and her
interest in having only as a walking path, restrictive to bikers, in-line skating and runners.
• Ms.Nelson indicated that in the pre planning phase,that it was presented as a"walking
path". In conclusion after much discussion with Commissioner, Rich Sonterre, she has
• agreed that dual use would be acceptable. Rich has sent a letter of response to Ms.
Nelson with some history and thank you. Discussion continued regarding the striping
and/or signage of the path. Mike Ulrich provided some information of the status of area
communities. Rich believes the circumstance is unique and careful consideration should
be put into providing a means of safety to all users. Mike's suggestion is to do nothing at
this time.
A motion was made by Commissioner Stan McDonald to follow Mike's suggestion
and do nothing at this time, to be mindful of issues, and be prepared to take action
at that time. Seconded by Commissioner Tony Zuk. (Note: 4 approved, 1
opposed).
A letter was submitted to staff to request funding to help provide some new, and repair
some playground equipment at Sunnyside School. The Commission reviewed the
development of the Pinewood Playground structure and it was noted that the City, at that
time did not donate actual funds, but donated in-kind services.
A motion was made by Commissioner Tony Zuk to instruct staff to draft a letter to
the Sunnyside Playground Committee informing them that due to limited funds,
there are other identified priorities and the MV Park& Recreation Commission
denies this request. Seconded by Commissioner Stan McDonald. Motion carries.
• The number 6 agenda item, Traffic Controls along Highway 10, was taken off the
agenda. A review Board is in the process of being developed for this issue.
Park planning was addressed once again. Mike Ulrich provided a summary of budgeted
items to 2010. Mike indicated that Mayor Dan Coughlin recommends that a park
improvement plan be done for 1,3,and 5 years. All wishes should be listed with priorities
identified. This could be used to propose a bond referendum. The groupagreed that a
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special meeting should be set to address this planning session.
A motion was made by Commissioner Rich Sonterre to direct staff to organize a
meeting to dedicate as a planning session to brainstorm budgetary issues of parks
and recreation. Seconded by Commissioner Tony Zuk. Motion carries.
Mike Ulrich addressed the Woodcrest playground structure. It was not clearly identified
in the reconstruction process how this would be funded. Staff have been asked to explore
this from minutes, video, for clarification. A small structure is needed for ages 3-8.
Motion to adjourn at 8:50 pm by Tony Zuk, seconded by Stan McDonald. Motion
carries.
Next meeting: May 24, 6:30 p.m., CityHall
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