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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
NOVEMBER 25, 2008
Chairman Daniel called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jeff Daniel, Tom Kelly, Glenn Stolar, Steve Scharfenberg, and Dan
Campion
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Scott Wendt, and Thor Smith
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; and John Stutzman, Recreation Supervisor
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Kelly moved, Scharfenberg 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 announced that the Liberty on Bluff Creek
woodland trail was open before inviting commissioners to the Tree Lighting Ceremony at City
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Center Park on Saturday, December 6, and Breakfast with Santa, sponsored by the Rotary at the
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Chanhassen Recreation Center, on Sunday morning, December 7.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Scharfenberg moved, Campion seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated
October 28, 2008 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with
a vote of 5 to 0.
PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CHANGING FIELD #3 AT LAKE ANN PARK
FROM A MULTI-USE FACILITY TO A DESIGNATED YOUTH LITTLE LEAGUE
FIELD.
Public Present:
Name Phone Number
Todd Neils 952-401-8950
Chad Erickson 952-470-5118
Jerry Ruegemer presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner Stolar asked if the lighting
would remain adequate with the new field configuration, the plans for the open space created by
moving the fencing, and possible scheduling conflicts with other sports and leagues.
Park and Rec Commission Summary - November 25, 2008
Scharfenberg moved, Stolar seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommends that the City Council approve changing Lake Ann Field #3 from a Multi-Use
Facility to a Designated Youth Little League Field. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
2009 PICNIC RESERVATION FEES.
Jerry Ruegemer presented the staff report on this item
recommending that the fees remain the same as 2008.
Stolar moved, Campion seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission recommends
that the 2009 group picnic reservation fees remain at the same level as 2008. All voted in
favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
2008 HALLOWEEN PARTY EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer presented the report on the
2008 Halloween Party. Commissioner Kelly asked if the goal was to make this program a self
sustaining event. Todd Hoffman explained how the City’s special event sponsorship program
helps fund these type of events. Chairman Daniel made a correction in the agenda to change
2007 to 2008 Halloween Party, and 2007/2008 to 2008/2009 Winter Programming.
2008/2009 WINTER PROGRAMMING REPORT.
Jerry Ruegemer reviewed the winter
programming schedule. Commissioner Scharfenberg asked about any special programming set
for spring break and possible cross country ski sites. Commissioner Stolar asked about winter
volleyball leagues.
2008 SKATE PARK EVALUATION REPORT.
Jerry Ruegemer presented the report on the
2008 skate park activities and advised the commission that equipment updates were going to be
needed in the near future. Todd Hoffman noted that $100,000 was identified for skate park
repairs in 2012 and noted that the skate park’s 10 year anniversary will be celebrated in
September, 2009. Commissioner Stolar suggested a phasing plan for capital improvement
replacements. Commissioner Kelly asked how the city’s current skate park equipment compares
to other skate parks.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS:
None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Todd Hoffman reviewed items contained in the
administrative packet regarding the Chan Rec Center, and the schedule of city meetings set for
December
Scharfenberg moved, Kelly seconded to adjourn the Park and Recreation Commission
meeting. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director Prepared by Nann Opheim
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