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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JANUARY 26, 2010
Acting Chair Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Tom Kelly, Glenn Stolar, Steve Scharfenberg, and Elise Ryan
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Jeff Daniel, Thor Smith and Scott Wendt
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
J.R. Relich, Beverly Foster
and Rose Kircher
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; and John Stutzman, Recreation Supervisor
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Stolar moved, Scharfenberg seconded to approve the agenda as
presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION INVITATION TO
JOIN IN ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION PLANNING.
Beverly Foster, Rose Kircher and J.R. Relich from the Environmental Commission invited Park
and Recreation Commission members to join with them in planning the City’s upcoming Arbor
Day Celebration. Commissioner Stolar noted that the park and rec budget includes money for
tree planting in parks. Commissioner Ryan suggested associating some sort of contest with the
tree planting.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Scharfenberg moved, Stolar seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated
December 8, 2009 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously
with a vote of 4 to 0.
2010 PARK AND TRAIL CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP).
Todd Hoffman
reviewed the projects outlined in the 2010 park and trail acquisition and capital improvement
program.
2010 REACH FOR RESOURCES ADAPTIVE RECREATION CONTRACT.
Jerry
Ruegemer presented the staff report on this item.
Scharfenberg moved, Stolar seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommend that the City Council approve the 2010 contract for adaptive recreation
services with Reach for Resources. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously
with a vote of 4 to 0.
Park and Recreation Commission – January 26, 2010
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
2010 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL.
John Stutzman reviewed the changes that will be occurring
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this year at the 17 annual February Festival. Chair Kelly asked how staff is logistically going to
handle the prize boards. Commissioner Stolar volunteered as emcee. Commissioner Ryan
asked about volunteer opportunities for other commission members. Commissioner Stolar
suggested having “Learn How to Ice Fish” available.
2009 TREE LIGHTING EVALUATION.
John Stutzman presented the report on the 2009
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Tree Lighting ceremony which was held on Saturday, December 5.
SELF-SUPPORTING PROGRAMS: 3 ON 3 ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE.
Jerry
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Ruegemer discussed the adult 3-on-3 basketball league which began January 11.
ADMINISTRATIVE: 2010 MONTHLY “HANDS-ON” COMMISSION ACTIVITIES.
Todd Hoffman passed out a sign up sheet and explained how commission members can get
involved in various activities throughout the year. He discussed commission member terms, re-
application, election of officers in April and asked commission members to nominate somebody
for the Chanhassen Rotary’s Distinguished Service Award.
Scharfenberg moved, Ryan seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission nominate
Terry Kimball for the Chanhassen Rotary Club’s 2010 Distinguished Service Award. All
voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
Commissioner Ryan provided an
update on the Red Birds Baseball Team noting their biggest struggle right now is finding a team
manager. Commissioner members offered suggestions on organizations and people to contact.
Scharfenberg moved, Ryan seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 4 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission
meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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