1982 05 04
Minutes
Park and Recreation Commission
e May 4, 1982
A regular meeting of the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission was called to order
by Chairman Michael Lynch on May 4, 1982 at 7:47 p.m. The following members were
present: Michael Lynch, Brian Foltz, Joe Warneke, Mary Muehlhausen, John Mauritz and
Richie Hemping. The following member was absent: Tom Schoenecker.
MINUTES: A motion was made by Brian Foltz and seconded by Jack Mauritz to approve
the minutes of the last regular meeting and the special meeting as read. Motion
unanimously approved.
Chairman Michael Lynch informed the Commission that the CAA did merge the Little
League softball team with Excelsior.
5 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN: Lotus Lake: Does not include the boat access. Lawcon
approved funds for a road and parking area. A motion was made by Michael Lynch to
accept the money available from Lawcon for this project. Motion seconded by Richie
Hemping. Jack Mauritz was the only dissenting vote, as he wished to go on record as
a negative vote so there could be no conflict of interest on his part.
Western Hills: After discussion, it was decided that the use level of any parking
would be very low. A motion was made by Jack Mauritz and seconded by Brian Foltz
to approve this with the condition that they pursue a non-aggressive policy with
regards to parking and take a look at the situation at a later date. Motion unanimously
approved.
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Lake Ann: A motion was made by Brian Foltz and seconded by Joe Warneke to approve
as is. Motion unanimously approved.
Minnewashta Heights: Homeowners group asked if they could have playground equipment
instead of the scheduled landscaping. Program may have to be amended. A motion was
made by Joe Warneke to accept it as is with the possibility of amending it at a later
date. Motion seconded by Jack Mauritz. Motion unanimously approved.
Rice Marsh Lake: A motion was made to accept as is by Brian Foltz and was seconded by
Joe Warneke. Motion unanimously approved.
Carver Beach: A motion was made by Jack Mauritz whereby he recommended that the parking
be studied to see if it would be appropriate at a later date. $2,000.00 was put on
hold and moved to 1983. Motion seconded by Richie Hemping. Motion unanimously approved.
Chaparral: A motion was made by Jack Mauritz to accept as is and was seconded by
Brian Foltz. Motion unanimously approved.
Lake Susan: Well house - rejected by the City Council. Will be starting with the
basic facilities.
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City Center: $500.00 from the Park Acquisition Development Fund to be met with $500.00
from the school to upgrade the ball diamond was suggested. Staff was directed to ask
the school if they would like to do both ball diamonds if we put in half. A motion was
made by Jack Mauritz to move $1,000.00 down to ball field improvements from tennis courts,
if the school is willing to go along with this arrangement. Motion seconded by Mary
Muehlhausen. Motion unanimously approved.
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Minutes
Park and Recreation Commission
May 4, 1982
Rice Marsh Lake (Chanhassen Estates) corner lot owned by Mr. George Frey. The
Commission was informed that Mr. Frey would like a trade off of 4' of park land
toward the park side to flatten out his property line and he in turn would deed
over to the city the area of his property that is driven over in order for the
public to reach the park. A motion was made by Mary Muehlhausen to give the City
authority to negotiate with the owner for this trade off of land. Motion was
seconded by Jack Mauritz. Motion unanimously approved.
The Commission was informed that Lawcon Grant applications for Lake Lucy and Lake
Ann were put in last Friday. Fran will keep the Commission informed on progress.
A tour of the parks was scheduled for the June meeting.
A motion was made by Jack Mauritz and seconded by Joe Warneke to adjourn the
meeting. Motion unanimously approved. Meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
She~a Coombs