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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
NOVEMBER 23, 2010
Chairman Daniel called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Jeff Daniel, Steve Scharfenberg, Tom Kelly, Scott Wendt, Glenn
Stolar, Elise Ryan and Cole Kelly
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; and Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent;
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Tom Kelly moved, Wendt seconded to approve the agenda
with two additions by Todd Hoffman under Public Announcements. All voted in favor and
the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Todd Hoffman reminded the commission about Breakfast
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with Santa on Sunday, December 5 at the Chanhassen Rec Center and asked that they support
the Lion’s Christmas tree sales.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Cole Kelly moved, Tom Kelly seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated
October 26, 2010 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with
a vote of 7 to 0.
PROPOSED LAKEVIEW SUBDIVISION, LOCATED NORTHWEST OF THE
INTERSECTION OF LYMAN BOULEVARD AND LAKE RILEY BOULEVARD AND
SOUTH OF HIGHWAY 212: PRELIMINARY PLAT REVIEW, PARK AND TRAIL
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL. APPLICANT/OWNER: LENNAR/KLINGELHUTZ,
LLC.
Public Present:
Name Address
Joe Jablonski, Lennar Corporation 935 E. Wayzata Boulevard, Wayzata
Todd Hoffman presented the staff report before introducing Joe Jablonski with Lennar who
provided an introduction to the project. Commissioner Tom Kelly asked why Lennar isn’t doing
a private park like Lundgren, which is now Lennar, was known for doing in the past.
Commissioner Ryan asked about the time line for development of the park in relation to the
entire build-out process. Commissioner Cole Kelly asked for clarification of the
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recommendation from the Park and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Stolar asked who
was responsible for the construction of the parking lot associated with the park. Commissioner
Tom Kelly asked about a homeowners association and the type of housing product.
Commissioner Scharfenberg asked about the need to acquire the additional parkland. Chair
Daniel asked conceptually what would be included in the park and associated costs. After a
lengthy discussion regarding private versus public park and possible negotiation options with
Lennar on the purchase price and development of the park, the following motion was made.
Stolar moved, Scharfenberg seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommend the City Council apply the following conditions of approval concerning parks
and trails for Lakeview:
1. Successful transfer of Outlot B (4.83+ acres) to the City of Chanhassen through a
combination of dedication (3.08+ acres) and fee purchase (1.75+ acres) for development
and use as a public neighborhood park.
All voted in favor, except Commissioner Tom Kelly who opposed and Commissioner Stolar
who abstained. The motion carried with a vote of 5 to 1 with 1 abstention.
RE-CAP 2010 PARK AND TRAIL ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS.
Todd Hoffman reviewed the projects that were completed in 2010.
ESTABLISH 2011 PICNIC RESERVATION FEES.
Jerry Ruegemer proposed that the picnic
reservation fees for 2011 remain the same as 2010.
Cole Kelly moved, Wendt seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission recommends
that the City Council approve that the 2011 picnic reservation fees remain the same as
2010. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
2010 HALLOWEEN PARTY EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer asked if there were any
questions regarding the report, noting the change in date this year.
2010 TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY.
Jerry Ruegemer reviewed the activities associated
with this event. Chair Daniel commented on the work done by the park maintenance crew in
hanging the lights and asked about the use of LED lighting. Commissioner Ryan suggested
starting the event earlier in the coming years to accommodate conflicts with other holiday
parties.
2010/11 WINTER PROGRAMMING.
Jerry Ruegemer provided a list of programs being
offered over the winter through the Park and Recreation Department.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
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COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS.
Commissioner Tom Kelly asked staff to
comment on possible friction between the City and the Chanhassen High School regarding the
free use of athletic fields. Commissioner Scharfenberg asked for an update on the drainage
issues associated with the two softball fields at the high school.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Commissioner Scharfenberg asked about the possibility of
installing a vending machine inside the warming house at the Chan Rec Center.
Scharfenberg moved, Wendt seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 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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