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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
OCTOBER 28, 2008
Chairman Daniel called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jeff Daniel, Tom Kelly, Glenn Stolar, Thor Smith and Dan Campion
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Steve Scharfenberg and Scott Wendt
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; and Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:Smith moved, Campion seconded to approve the agenda as
presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Todd Hoffman updated the commission on the City’s plans
for building a new public works facility.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:Stolar moved, Campion seconded to approve the verbatim
and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated September
23, 2008.
FUTURE LAKE ANN PARK BALLFIELD CONCESSION BUILDING, REVIEW
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN, HOISINGTON-KOEGLER GROUP.
Todd Hoffman reviewed the current situation regarding the concession stand at Lake Ann Park
and introduced Amy Bower with the Hoisington-Koegler Group who presented a concept plan
for a new concession building. Commissioner Smith asked for clarification of the clear story
feature. Commissioner Campion asked what the prep kitchen would add to the concession area,
and the possibility of putting temporary walls around the picnic area for use in the off season, i.e.
ice rinks and warming house. Commissioner Stolar asked if this would be a rental facility or run
like the current concession stand. Chair Daniel asked if it was possible to move the existing
ballfield concession stand to another location i.e. Bandimere. Todd Neils stated his concerns
over the size of the proposed concession building and available storage. Todd Hoffman
explained the benefits of having this project community built.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
2008 RESERVATION PICNIC SITE EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer reported on the 2008
picnic reservation expenses and revenues, along with suggesting possible name changes for the
different park shelters. Commissioner Campion asked about the timing for installation of the
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stairway from the picnic shelters to Lake Ann beach. Commissioner Smith asked about updating
the bathroom facilities. Chair Daniel suggested directional signage at Lake Ann Park.
2008 TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY.
Jerry Ruegemer reminded commissioners that the
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annual Tree Lighting ceremony will be held on Saturday, December 6 at 5:00 p.m. Chair
Daniel asked staff to give an update on the Halloween Party.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS.
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Todd Hoffman reviewed the park and trail system being
proposed on the Tim and Dawn Erhart parcel for the Fairview Chanhassen Medical Specialty
Center. Commissioners asked for clarification on the memo from Todd Hoffman to Kate
Aanenson regarding the 2030 Comprehensive plan comments.
Kelly moved, Campion seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 5 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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