PRC SUM 2008 09 16
CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 16, 2008
Chairman Daniel called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jeff Daniel, Tom Kelly, Glenn Stolar, Scott Wendt, Dan Campion,
and Steve Scharfenberg
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Thor Smith
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; John Stutzman, Recreation Supervisor; Jodi Sarles, Recreation Center Manager;
Susan Bill, Senior Center Coordinator; and Dale Gregory, Park Superintendent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:Campion moved, Stolar seconded to approve the agenda,
amended to include review of a cell tower proposal at North Lotus Lake Park, and
discussion of the south trail alignment for Lyman Boulevard under Administrative
Reports. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Todd Hoffman invited Park and Recreation Commission
members to the Seminary Fen for a dedication ceremony being held by the Minnesota DNR.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS.
Todd Neils, current president of the Chanhassen Little League,
thanked city staff as well as the Park and Recreation Commission for the work they’ve done to
provide additional fields for youth baseball and softball. He asked for an update on the timeline
for construction of a new baseball concession stand and proposed that Lake Ann Park Field #3 be
changed to a Little League sized field with a 225 fence, mound and grass infield. Commission
members discussed the number and locations of current Little League fields in the city and short
term versus long term goals regarding the issue of concession stands.
Campion moved, Wendt seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission ask staff to
investigate making Little League field modifications at Lake Ann Park for next year. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Scharfenberg moved, Kelly seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated
August 12, 2008 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with
a vote of 6 to 0.
2008 LAKE ANN CONCESSION/BOAT RENTAL EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer
presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner Kelly asked about adding kayaks to the
boat rental program.
Park and Rec Commission Summary - September 16, 2008
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
2008 KLEIN BANK LUNCHTIME LYRICS/TWILIGHT TUNES CONCERT SERIES.
John Stutzman presented the report on this item, noting the biggest change was the addition of a
corporate sponsor, along with recommendations for next year. Chair Daniel asked about the
success of the children’s music concerts.
2008 HALLOWEEN PARTY PREVIEW.
John Stutzman provided a preview of the
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upcoming 25 Annual Halloween Party being held on Saturday, October 25 at the Rec Center
from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
RECREATION CENTER REPORT.
Jodie Sarles provided an update on the activities at the
Rec Center over the summer months.
SENIOR CENTER REPORT.
Susan Bill presented the reported on a number of activities held
over the summer at the senior center. Chair Daniel asked for an update on the Wii program.
Commissioner Stolar suggested a walking program at the Nature Preserve trail.
PARK AND TRAIL MAINTENANCE REPORT.
Dale Gregory provided updates on work
done to athletic fields, re-seeding and sod projects, and work done on trails.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS.
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Todd Hoffman discussed proposals to locate a cell tower at
North Lotus Lake Park and the south trail alignment along Lyman Boulevard.
Scharfenberg moved, Campion seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and
the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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