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Home My WebLink About2011.09.14 Parks PacketCopies to: I. 7:00pm II. 7:05pm III. 7:30pm IV. 7:40pm V. 7:50pm VI. 8:00pm VII. 8:15pm Agenda Parks Commission, City of Hugo September 14, 2011 7:00 pm Council Chambers, City Hall Commission Members, City Staff Approve Minutes From August 10, 2011 Meeting Presentation by Boy Scout Michael Marier Update on Tour de Hugo Update on Irish Avenue Park Committee Update on Lions Park Master Planning Update on Movie Night in the Park Adjournment Next Meeting — October 12, 2011 -1- Parks Commission September 14, 2011 Background Memo I. Approve Minutes From August 10, 2011 Meeting Staff recommends approval of the minutes from the August 10, 2011 Parks Commission meeting. II. Presentation by Boy Scout Michael Marier Boy Scout Michael Marier will present his plan for an Eagle Scout Project including planting trees at Heritage Ponds Park. III. Update on Tour de Huqo The Tour de Hugo will be held at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park on Saturday, September 17. There will be 5 1/2 , 18 and 23 mile ride options. Participants will receive a free T-shirt, food and beverages, and a goodie bag. Staff will present an update on the businesses that have gotten involved in the Tour de Hugo. IV. Update on Irish Avenue Park Committee At their meeting of July 18, 2011 the City Council approved the formation of a 7 member committee to plan Irish Avenue Park and the appointment of Parks Commissioners Jim Taylor and Dave Strub. Council members Chuck Haas and Tom Weidt were appointed with Weidt to serve as Chair. Planning Commissioner Rick Gwynn was appointed by the Council. Staff notified residents adjacent to Irish Avenue Park about the formation of the Committee and sought a volunteer to serve as the neighborhood representative. Six residents volunteered and met to nominate Rhonda Peterson. Peterson was appointed by the City Council at their meeting of September 6, 2011. Staff is recommending that the first meeting be held Wednesday, October 5 at 7:00pm at Hugo City Hall. V. Update on Lions Park Master Planning Staff has been working with stakeholders for the planning of Lions Park. The first public workshop will be held Tuesday, September 27 at 7:00pm at Hugo City Hall. -2- Parks Commission September 14, 2011 VL UPdate.Movie Night in,the Park The Parks Commission has discussed holding a Movie Night at a park. A Movie Night has been planned for Friday, September 23 at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park. Games and a bonfire will start at 7:30pm. The movie will start at dusk. Parks Commission Minutes Parks Commission, City of Hugo August 10, 2011 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers, City Hail Call to Order Present: Rachel Berger, Roger Clarke, Mat Rauschendorfer, Dave Strub, Jim Taylor Absent: Kris Birch, Noel Schmidt, Tom Windisch Staff Present: Scott Anderson, Public Works Director Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner Anna Wobse, Accounting Clerk Jim Taylor started the meeting at 7:04 p.m. I. Approval of Minutes from July Meeting The minutes of the July 13, 2011 Parks Commission meeting were reviewed and no changes required. II. Discussion on Tour de Hugo Parks Planner, Shayla Syverson presented on the family bike ride scheduled for September 17. Major progress has been made in the past few weeks; online registration will be launched soon and Penn Cycle has agreed to be a sponsor. There are three different riding options with various activities taking place before and after the ride. The routes were discussed and the safety concerns of the Commission were addressed. III. Discussion on Scout Projects Public Works Director, Scott Anderson informed the Parks Commission that he was contacted by a local Boy Scout seeking a project for an Eagle Scout Award and asked the Commission to share any ideas they had. It was discussed that the project would be funded by the city and the labor provided by the scout, unless he would be able to secure donations to cover the cost of the project. Ideas discussed included, planting of -1— Parks Commission August 10, 2011 trees in the parks, taking a tree inventory of all trees on public property or planning and implementing a Frisbee Golf Course at Beaver Ponds, Hanifl, Irish or Oneka. IV. Irish Avenue Park Committee Parks Planner, Shayla Syverson updated the Commission on the formation of the seven member committee to plan Irish Avenue Park. As per the request of the City Council, letters were sent to the residents adjacent to Irish Avenue Park notifying them of the committee and asking for volunteers to serve as the neighborhood representative. Currently there are six volunteers from the neighborhood that would like to be on the committee. A meeting will be held with the volunteers to let them decide who should serve as the representative. V. Recreation Program Update Parks Planner, Shayla Syverson updated the Commission on the Soccer Camp that was held in July at the Hanifl Fields Athletic Park. 120 kids participated in the camp; the coaching staff was excellent and the facilities at Hanifl worked out great. It was discussed what could be done to make next years camp even better and also what events could be held next. VI. Update on Lions Parks Master Planning Parks Planner, Shayla Syverson updated the Commission that the stakeholder interviews are in the process. Berger and Taylor offered their assistance to help and get these meetings setup. VII. Recognition of Derek Larsen Taylor presented Larsen with a certificate of appreciation and thanked him for his years of service. V. Adjournment Taylor made a motion; Clarke seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:55 pm. All Aye. -2— Parks Commission August 10, 2011 0i U) c L 'wr0 L O : w m W O p) 3 L— m ca 2 d 0 a.. V- 0 Tour Bike the Beauty • 5112, 18, and 23 mile ride options • picnic & activities following the ride • Stretching Station . Costume Contests --------------------- I understand that bicycling is a potentially hazardous sport and knowingly, at my own risk, ENTRY FORM enter this event. I, on behalf of myself, spouses, heirs and assigns waive any claims for Name. damages or injuries that I may incur as a result of the active or passive negligence on -- ---- their participation in this event against the City of Hugo, any sponsor, volunteer, or em - Address: ployee unless caused by their gross negligence or intentional, willful or wanton acts. I -- — understand that all entry fees are non-refundable. City, State, Zip: Email: Phone: T -Shirt Size Ride ❑ YS $15 ❑ YM ❑ 23 mile ❑ YL $20 ❑ AS ❑ 18 mile ❑ AM ❑ AL ❑ 51/2 mile ❑ A XL I understand that helmets are required for ALL riders. Signature: Signature: (Parent/Guardian if under 1 Ride Registrations Price ❑ Children 12 and under received before 9/12 $15 ❑ Adult received before 9/12 $25 ❑ On site Registration (Children 12 and under) $20 ❑ On site Registration (Adult) $30 One entry form per person required. Register Online at www.active.com (additional fee applies) or Make Checks Payable and Mail to: City of Hugo 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N. Hugo, MN 55038 Bike Safety Rodeo 8:30am. 9:30am (Before the Ride) Ride the bicycle challenge course and learn some new safety tips. Challenge yourself with figure 8's, circles and parallel lines. Learn to safely make turns and spot hazards. Get your helmet fitted for free at the Bike Rodeo. Bike helmets will be available to purchase for $5 from 8:00 am to 9:00am. Receive a FREE T -Shirt All riders will receive a "Tour de Hugo" T-shirt and a bag of biking goodies at check in. FREE Food and Beverages There will be a free picnic lunch of croissant sand- wiches and other post -race food for all cyclists at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park. Food will be available from 10:30 am— 1:00 pm. For more information, contact: Hugo City Hall 14669 Fitzgerald Ave. N. Hugo, MN 55038 www.ci.hugo.mn.us 651-762-6300 The'r.Rides 5 1/Z smile This route is ideal for families or people just getting into cycling. The route has a few hills and travels on roads with minimal vehicle traffic. This ride is supported and starts at 9:30 am. 18 mile This route is for novice and experienced bike riders. It winds through scenic eastern Hugo. It will pass by lakes, farms and woodlands and travel over hills of av- erage difficulty. There will be a check point with refreshments sponsored by Postal Credit Union. This ride is supported and starts at 9:30 am. Z 3 mile This route is for advanced bike riders. The bike ride will go through eastern Hugo and beyond. This ride is not supported. Please carry supplies to make minor repairs. This ride starts at 9:00am. Activities Le Stretching Station 11:00 am- 3:00 pm Take time to cool down and stretch your muscles after the ride. Bike Decorating Contest Awards Ceremony at 12:00pm Feel free to wear the French colors of red, white and blue! There will be prizes for the best costume and best bike decorations. Le Bounce Castle Thank you to our sponsors: KinderGardens Child Development Center Lake Area Bank Logicore Networks Postal Credit Union Oneka Chiropractic Snap Fitness Boyd's Promos Dairy Queen MasTec Litin Key Automotive