PRC SUM 2009 01 27
CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JANUARY 27, 2009
Chairman Daniel called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jeff Daniel, Tom Kelly, Steve Scharfenberg, Scott Wendt, Thor Smith
and Dan Campion
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Glenn Stolar
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; and Jerry Ruegemer, Park
Superintendent
ELECTION OF 2009 CHAIRPERSON AND VICE-CHAIRPERSON.
Smith moved, Wendt seconded to appoint Jeff Daniel as Chairperson of the Park and
Recreation Commission for 2009. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously
with a vote of 6 to 0.
Campion moved, Kelly seconded to appoint Thor Smith as Vice Chairperson of the Park
and Recreation Commission for 2009. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: The agenda was approved with the addition of item 7,
creating a schedule for special park and rec projects throughout 2009.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Todd Hoffman noted that the Villager has been running a
number of front page stories on park and rec related themes.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Scharfenberg moved, Campion seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meetings dated
November 25, 2008 and December 9, 2008 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
2009 PARK AND TRAIL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP).
Todd Hoffman reviewed the proposed projects for 2009 and discussed future priorities.
Commissioner Scharfenberg asked about the thought process that went into the decision to take
down the netting at Lake Ann Park. Commissioner Kelly asked for clarification on the electronic
signage and trails being built by Ryland Homes. Commissioner Smith asked how the price was
determined for the Lyman Boulevard trail improvement and placement of the electronic sign.
Park and Recreation Commission - January 27, 2009
Commissioner Campion asked for clarification of the Lake Ann Park stairway project. Chair
Daniel asked for clarification of project funding sources and the stairway planned for Lake Ann
Park.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
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2009 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL.
Jerry Ruegemer reviewed the schedule of events for the 16
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annual February Festival being held on Saturday, February 7 at Lake Ann Park. Commissioner
Kelly suggested including an event like Excelsior’s Polar Plunge on New Year’s Day.
DANCE PARTY ON ICE EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer reported on the newest park and
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rec program, the Dance Party on Ice that was held on Friday, January 9, recommending to hold
multiple events next year.
SELF-SUPPORTING PROGRAMS: 3-ON-3 ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE.
Jerry
Ruegemer updated the commission on the winter and spring season for the 3-on-3 adult
basketball league.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS.
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Todd Hoffman asked the commission to look at their 2009
calendars to set up discussions on special CIP projects, review the work done by the park
maintenance department, project tours, meeting with adjoining communities in the southwest
region, special city events, rec center, Americans with Disabilities Act compliance, and senior
center. Commissioner Scharfenberg asked about parkland acquisition in the southern part of the
city. Commissioner Kelly asked about the possibility of a pedestrian trail link to the Minnesota
Landscape Arboretum. Commissioner Campion asked about the status of the planning for the
amphitheater at Lake Ann Park. Chair Daniel asked to continue to re-visit the neighborhood and
community parks.
Scharfenberg moved, Kelly seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission
meeting was adjourned.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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