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Administrative Section Page 1 of 1 Hoffman, Todd From: edcomm @ maddmn.org Sent: Wednesday, January 02, 2002 10:36 AM To: Hoffman, Todd Cc: slabatt@ci.chanhassen.mn.us; Ijansen@ci. chanhassen.mn.us Dear Todd: I meant to email you a couple of weeks ago, but with the holiday and all the associated activities, it slipped by the 'high priority' list we all have. However, I want to thank you for you work on the benches at Round House park which were installed late fall. Unfortunately, I was not aware of them because I have been using Hwy 7 to drive to work in St. Paul with the construction on Hwy 5. Therefore, I am not aware of exactly when they were placed. They look very nice and I will look forward to using them next spring. Please thank the crew who installed them!! I am sure they will look inviting to people in the years to come. I did drive by the Round House skating area yesterday afternoOn (New Year's Day) and the place was packed! It looked like a lot of people were having a lot of fun on a very nice day. The trash cans should provide a useful addition and hopefully remind visitors to the beach to properly dispose of their trash. Again, my thanks! Bonnie Labatt 3981 Stratford Ridge Excelsior, MN 55331 - resident et Chanhassen 1/2/02 Minnesota Recreation and Park Association · 39~4 Bryant Avenue South · Minneapolis, Minnesota 5~409 Phone: 612/825-2200 · Fax 612/825-6201. Toll Free: 800/862-3659 De~ember 17, 2001 Mr. Todd Hoffman 7700 Market Boulevard Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Dear Todd, On behalf of the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Awards Committee, it is my pleasure to inform you that you have been selected to receive the Jack Niles Award. you were nominated f_or this award by Jerry Ruegemer. The contributions you have made to the recreation, parks and leisure field are exemplary and a credit to our profession. The Awards Committee would like to present this prestigious award to you at the Annual Awards Luncheon, to be held at 12 noon on Friday, January 18th, at the New Brighton Family Service Center. Complimentary meals will be provided for you and two members, of your immediate family. Additional meals may be purchased. You can also coordinate reserved table setting arrangements for your group. Please contact Jon Gurban, at the MRPA office at 825-2200 with the exact number of reservations you wish to make and any table seating preferences you may have. You will have an opportunity to deliver a five minute acceptance speech. Again, our congratulations on being chosen as the recipient of the 2001 Jack Niles Award. Sincerely', J 'cken, Chair ~ M~neso~ Recreation ~d Park Ass~iation Awards Commtt cc: Jer~ Ruegemer Ch~assen P~ks ~d Recrmtion Jon Gurb~, Executive Director Minneso~ Recrmtion ~d Park Association CITYOF CHANHA EN 690 City Center Drive PO Box147 Chanhasstn, Minnesota 55317 Phone 952.937.1900 General Fax 952.937.5739 Engineeri,g Deparnnent Fax 952.93Z9152 Building Depa~nent Fax 952.934.2524 Web Site wu,utci, chanhasse,.mn, us December 7, 2001 Tamara and Samantha Meuwissen 8695 Flamingo Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Tamara and Samantha: Thank you for your letter concerning Power Hill Park. I am pleased to hear that you enjoy the sledding hill. I think your idea of lighting the hill would certainly benefit sliders and snow boarders, but I also know that a number of residents would be strongly opposed to a proposal to install recreational lighting at this sight. I do not have the ability to complete any such improvements without the direction of the City Council. I will forward your letter to the Council members letting them know of your desire. The Park and Recreation Commission, acting as an advisory commission to the Council, will also receive a copy of your letter. If you would Iike to talk to either of these'groups, I recommend you attend their meetings. The City Council meets on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at 7:00 p.m., and the Park and Recreation Commission meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. Both these groups would welcome you in the City Council Chambers. Again, thanks for writing! Sincerely, Todd Hoffman Park & Recreation Director Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Mayor & City Council Park & Recreation Commission The Citl, o£Chanhassen. A erowin¢ community u,ith clea, lakes, attalitv schools, a charmi, v ASSUMPTION CREEK/SEMINARY FEN PROTECTION EFFORT - DRAFT 12/12/01 Assumpd n reck/ · .-,~ Scmmarx, t cn Fact Sheet -DRAFT City of Chanhassen City of Chaska Friends of the Minnesota Valley Jim Eggen, Bluff Creek Bed & Breakfast Lower Minnesota River Watershed District Minnesota Land Trust The Conservation Fund Trust for Public Land An Opportunity to Protect Unique Natural Resources Trout streams and calcareous fen wetland complexes are rare and unique natural resources in the Twin Cities area. The Assumption Creek watershed offers both in Assumption Creek and Seminary Fen. Assumption Creek, a native brook trout stream, is one of the last re- maining trout streams in the Metro area. Seminary Fen is a high qual- ity calcareous fen that supports numerous threatened plant species. Protecting these unique resources through acquisition will: · Acquire 160 acres of the calcareous fen wetland complex and trout stream. · Protect and restore unique plant and wildlife habitats. · Provide trout fishing and recreational opportunities in the Minne- sota River Valley. State Funds Needed to Protect these Resources $300,000 has been committed by project partners toward acquisition of these resources. Additional state funds are needed to make the acquisition possible. · $2 million is needed from the State of Minnesota for acquisition · $500,000 is needed for restoration and improvements A total of ~ $2.5 million in state funds is needed to complete this effort. Obesity may soon kill more Americans than cigarettes Page 1 of 3 news freetime - travel, homezone - cars. shopping- workavenue- communities metro / region- nation / world, politics- business- sports, variety, opinion- fun & games- talk ,~, '...x~. ~ . ' . , .. ~,:c.~. ,.~'~ '* '~.~...~.. ', ¢:~_. ~ Obesity may soon kill more Americans than cigarettes he. aim From News Sor~lcos Published Dec 14 2001 science ' POI,~ERED BY iPlntolt~ · Colds and Kids · Depression Quiz · Waist-to-Hip Ratio · Movement Therapies · Cooking Perfect Turkey what's new? health minute deskexercise health tip today in health history harvard q&a index your health mpls.st.paul health diseaseindex find a hospital talk about your health contact us WASHINGTON-- Some 300,000 Americans a year die from illnesses caused or worsened by obesity, a toll that may soon overtake tobacco as the chief cause of preventable deaths, the surgeon general said today. Surgeon General David Satcher called for major steps by schools, communities and industry to fight fat. The first steps: daily physical education for every student, more healthful school foods, "reasonable portions" at faslfood restaurants, and safe places for all Americans to exercise. "We're not talking about quicl~fix diets," Satcher said. "We're talking about lifestyles." Some 60 percent of adults are overweight or obese, as are nearly 13 percent of children. The toll has been rising for a decade, and threatens tc wipe out progress fighting cancer, heart disease and other ailments, Satcher warned. The reason isn't a mystery: People eat more calories- too often by shunning fruits and vegetables in favor of supersized junk foods- than they work off.' "It's time to get children, ladies and gentleman off of the couch and onto the playground," said Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson, who pledged to try to shed 15 pounds himself. "The drive must come from communities, from mothers, from fathers, from employers." Among Satcher's recommendations: -Schools must provide daily physical education for every grade. P.E. has gradually been disappearing, particularly for older students. Just 6 percent of schools require it for high-school seniors. -Schools must provide more healthful food options, and better enforce federal rules restricting students' access to junk food in the vending machines present in most middle and high schools. Agriculture Department rules say school lunches should contain no more than 30 Related B Third ~ heart t~ patient Los An El FDA w Cross I conte, court f( violatic ~1 Email I ffi Print ti' Search INews More search http://www.startribune.corn/stories/1556/896505.html 12/14/01 Obesity may soon kill more Americans than cigarettes Page 2 of 3 percent fat, but the national average is 34 percent, and a recent survey found just 20 percent of high-school lunches provide proper vitamin levels. -Communities must create safe playgrounds, sidewalks or walking trails, particularly in inner cities. Employers should provide time for workers to get physical activity on the job. After all, healthier workers mean employers' insurance and absenteeism costs will drop. -Industry should promote more healthful food choices, including "reasonable portion sizes." The poor have a tendency to be fattest, and Satcher noted that fast food crowds out access to more healthful foods in inner cities. He urged communities to study fast-food marketing practices, comparing the situation to tobacco companies' targeting of innevcity minority communities in the 1990s. And he encouraged govemmenffunded projects to increase access to affordable fruits and vegetables. "Sometimes the most fattening foods are the cheapest," Satcher lamented. The National Restaurant Association rejected as "simplistic" the idea thl fast-food restaurants cause obesity, and the National Soft Drink Association urged more focus on Satcher's exercise recommendations, calling vending machines in schools adequately regulated. Consumer advocates praised the report. But, "talk is cheap," said Margo Wootan of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, asking how the government would implement Satcher's recommendations. The Agriculture Department has targeted childhood obesity as a major concern and will take some action, though just what hasn't been decided, said Ron Vogel of the department's special nutrition program. Officials are helping schools to improve lunch nutrition. While USDA has authority to restrict use of vending machines only if they are in cafeterias it is considering whether to seek broader authority. As for physical education, the Education Department can't force schools to require it, said spokesman Dan Langan. But this fall, the department did provide $5 million in grants to help 18 school districts begin or expand P.E. classes. Overweight Americans shouldn't get discouraged if a diet doesn't cause as much weight loss as expected, Satcher said. Even losing 10 pounds can reduce significantly the risk of getting diabetes or heart disease, as can simply walking 30 minutes a day. "Every pound counts," he said. http ://www. startribune.cona/stories/1556/896505.html 12/14/01 Obesity may soon kill more Americans than cigarettes Page 3 of 3 Time to Sell it? .: · Don't' sweat itl: ' Return to top Copyright 2001 Star Tribune. All rights reserved. http://www.startribune.comJstories/1556/896505.html 12/14/01 James N. Andersen President & Chief Executive Officer The Instant Web Companies Total Package Production for Direct Marketers Direct Phone 952-470-6405 Direct Fax 952-470-6420 December 12, 2001 Mr. Todd Hoffman Parks & Recreation City of Chanhassen 690 City Center Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Todd: On March 28, 2001, I wrote to you regarding our company's intent to sell the 2.8 acres of land adjacent to United Mailing, 1001 Park Road, which was being used as community soccer fields. This is to advise that we have made the business decision not to sell the property at this time. The City of Chanhassen may continue to use the land as community soccer fields for the 2002 season, unless something unforeseen arises and we must advise otherwise. The Instant Web Companies has been a supporter of and wants to continue to support the City of Chanhassen. lind rega~s,~ Ja e~s~. Andersen /ds CORPORATE OFFICES: 7951 Powers Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317-9326 Main Phone 952-474-0961 Main Fax 952-474-6467 CITYOF CHANHA EN 690 City Center Drive PO Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 952.937.1900 General Fax 952.937.5739 Engineering Department Fax 952.937.9152 Building Departraent Fax 952.934.2524 Web Site tt,~'w, ci. chanhassen, mn. us December 14, 2001 Mr. James N. Anderson President & Chief Executive Officer 7951 Powers Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear James: Thank you for your letter of December 12th notifying the City that we can continue to use Instant Web property as a soccer field! That is great news! With the growth of our community, finding and maintaining quality recreation fields has become a real challenge. The City has always appreciated your company's willingness to lend a hand whenever possible. We welcome the opportunity to maintain the "Instant Web" soccer field again in 2002. Wishing you and yours a happy holiday season! Sincerely, Todd Hoffman Park & Recreation Director TH:k C-' Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Mayor & City Council Park & Recreation Commission Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent Dale Gregory, Park Superintendent ......................................... Susan Marek, Recreation Center Manager /! SUBURBAN HENNEPIN REGIONAL PARK DISTRICT December 13, 2001 .J PROMOTING ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP THROUGH RECREATION AND EDUCATION IN A NATURAL RESOURCES-BASED PARK SYSTEM / District Headquarters · 12615 CountyRoad 9 · Plymouth, MN 55441-1299 Telephone 763/559-9000 · TDD 763/559-6719 · Fax 763/559-3287 www. henn~pinparks.org · an equal opportunity employer -- Todd Hoffman City of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Dr Chanhassen, MN 55317 RECEIVED OEC 1-7 2001 CITY OF CHANHASSEN Dear Todd: I am writing to inform you that the Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District is changing its common name from Hennepin Parks to "Three Rivers Park District." We value the importance of our relationship with the Technical Advisory Task Force and want you to be among the first to hear this news. . The Park District has been considering a name change for a number of years. The common name Hennepin Parks has had many successes, but it does not accurately reflect the seven-county geographic distribution of our park properties and has been a source of confusion for the public. The Scott County Board of Commissioners requested that we consider adopting a name that better represents our joint powers agreement with them. We concurred that a common name change is important for the furore of the Park District. Surveys of the public and of our volunteers confirmed a general misunderstanding of our jurisdiction as a special park district in the State of Minnesota. _ The name "Three Rivers Park District" was approved unanimously on December 6 by our Board of Commissioners. The name was selected with the assistance of a Professional naming consultant following considerable public and staff input. We are very excited to become Three Rivers Park District and have chosen the name to reflect the following: · geographic distribution of regional park properties within the watersheds of the Mississippi, Minnesota and Crow Rivers; and, · rich cultural history of these three rivers and how they have shaped our community. Although the Park District is changing its cormon name, its mission to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system remains unchanged as its foremost priority. As it has for the Past 40 plus years, the Park District will continue to evolve for the benefit of our constituents. EnclOsed you will find a n~ws release and fact sheet that we will be sending out to the media and other associates later this week. We hope you will share in our excitement as we introduce our new identity to the public. If You have any questions or concerns, please feel free to call me at 763/559-6748. . Sincerely, ~ou~~~. B'ryant, las Superintendent , and Secretary to thc Board Enclosure Hennepin Parks is Becoming.Three Rivers Park District Background Information Sheet December 2001 BACKGROUND: The Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District is changing its common name from Hennepin Parks to Three Rivers Park District. Although the Park District's name is changing, it will remain the sa'me great system it has been for more than 40 years. The name change was unanimously approved by the Park District's Board of Commissioners on Dec. 6, 2001, and will become more visible to the public by next spring and fully implemented by the fall of 2002. The Park District's legal name, "Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District," is not proposed to change at this time. What is Hennepin Parks? Hennepin Parks is a natural resources-based special park district that maintains more than 26,000 acres of park reserves, regional parks, regional trails and special-use facilities in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Park District is an independent unit of government with properties in seven metropolitan counties. Established by the state legislature in 1957, the Park District was first known as the Hennepin County Park Reserve District. In 1985, the Park District adopted the legal name "Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District" and the common name "Hennepin Parks." The Park District offers year-round facilities including: three nature centers, four golf courses, a downhill ski area, extensive trails for hiking: biking, horseback riding and cross-country skiing, and areas for camping, swimming, boating, picnicking, ice-skating, and snowshoeing. It serves more than three million visitors every year. The Park District's unique policy for planning and management of natural resources has earned it international recognition as a leader in natural resources management. The policy specifies that no more than 20 percent of a park reserve may be developed for active use and that at least 80 lJercent of a park reserve shall be restored to and retained in a natural state. Why is Hennepin Parks changing its name to Three Rivers Park District? The Park District is changing its common name to better reflect its presence in seven metropolitan counties, its unique status as a special park district established by the state legislature, and its affiliation with the Metropolitan Regional Park System. In addition, the Scott County Board of Commissioners has asked the Park District to consider a name change. The name "Three Rivers Park District" was selected because the watersheds of each Park District's property flow into one of three rivers: the Mississippi, Minnesota or Crow. Rich in cultural history, these three rivers played a significant role in the lives of Minnesota's Dakota People and in the lives of the many immigrants to the area. Where are the Park District's Properties? The Park District owns and operates parkland in suburban Hennepin, Scott, Carver and Dakota Counties. It also owns parkland in An0ka, Ramsey and Wright counties that it currently leases to other agencies. How was the Park District's new name selected? The name was selected with the help of a professional naming consultant following considerable public and staff input. This process included marketing surveys of people who reside within the Park District's jurisdiction. Survey participants were asked numerous questions to gauge their understanding of the Park District's presence in multiple counties and to gauge the public's perception of several names that were considered for the Park District. The survey reiterated the Park District's need for a name that better reflects its multi-county jurisdiction. How will the name change be implemented? The name change will be phased in over a one-year period. The Park District plans to formally introduce the Three Rivers Park District name in May. It will take several months for the Park District to replace durable goods such as. signs, clothing and vehicle emblems. Non-durable goods such as stationary will be replaced as current supplies are exhausted. How much will the name change roll out cost? With a phased-in implementation approach, the Park District anticipates that the name change costs will be minimal. Many of the costs associated with the name change will be absorbed into existing budgets as most materials, would need tO be purchased annually regardless of a name change. Other purchases have been put on hold in anticipation of the name change. In addition, the Park District is seeking corporate sponsors to help offset the costs associated with the educational campaign that will be necessary to inform the public of the new name. Will the Park District's mission and services change with the name change? The Park District's first and foremost mission is to promote environmental stewardship through recreation and education in a natural resources-based park system. Three Rivers Park District will proudly carry forward this mission. To foster this mission, the Park District will continue its extensive natural resources management program which includes forestry, water quality and wildlife resource management efforts. The Park District also will continue to offer hundreds of informative and enjoyable outdoor education and recreation programs and special events as well as lessons to enhance the public's enjoyment of lifetime outdoor recreation. Write: Call: Douglas Bryant, Superintendent Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District 12615 County Road 9 Plymouth, MN 55441-1299 Suburban Hennepin Regional Park District Headquarters (763) 559-6769 (763) 559-6719 Telephone Device for the Deaf LEGEHD "'~ m,,~ip~di ...... ~..~ CITYOF CHA EI 690 Ci{y Center Drive PO Box I47 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 952.937.1900 GeneralFax 952.937.5739 Engineeri.g Department lax 952.937.9152 Buildi.g Deparnnent Fax 952.934.2524 Web Site www. ci. cha nhasse., mn. us TO: FROM: Bob Generous, Senior Planner Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director DATE: December 26, 2001 SUB J: Kwik Trip Store, Planning Case 2002-1 CUP 2002-1 PUD and 2002-1 Site Plan I have reviewed the plans for the Kwik Trip Store to be located at the northeast comer of Hwy 5 and Galpin Boulevard and submit the following comments for your report. Trails - This site lies at the intersection of three major pedestrian trails; the Galpin Boulevard trail, the West 78th Street trail, and the Hwy 5 underpass. Due to the proximity of these trails, numerous pedestrian "shoppers" will visit the Kwik Trip store. These trails have all been installed as a part of street and highway reconstruction projects in the area. The applicant should be required to make safe and convenient sidewalk connections from their business to the adjoining trail system. Parks - The site lies within the park service areas of Sugarbush Park and the Chanhassen Recreation Center. Trail connections are available from the Kwik Trip store to each of these parks. No additional land for park needs is being sought from the Galpin Business Park Park & Trail Fees- In the absence of trail construction or land dedication, the Galpin Business Park development shall be required to pay full park & trail dedication fees per city ordinance. Kate Aanenson, Community Development Director Todd Gerhardt, City Manager Building Inspections Desk g:\park\th\KwikTripmemo-bg Hoffman, Todd From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Haak, Lori ~ Wednesday, December 19, 2001 11:20 AM Bob Obermeyer (E-mail); Julia Bohnen (E-mail); Steve McComas (E-mail); Fred Rozumalski ~ (E-mail) Aanenson, Kate; Gerhardt, Todd; Hoffman, Todd Lake Susan APR Grant Project partners: I'm happy to announce that we have been selected for a DNR aquatic plant restoration grant for 2002 for the revegetation project on Lake Susan. Mandy Erickson with the DNR (651/772-3796) will be our liaison while Deb Sewell is out on maternity leave. The project will be funded at $25,600 instead of the $40,000 we requested. In reviewing our application, they found the costs I used for plant material to be a bit high. Evidently, the DNR will order the plant materials for us. This will allow us to get the seedlings at a reduced cost. Because the DNR will be ordering the plant material, they need a plant list (along with an estimated number of trays of plants) by January 14. I will begin preliminary work on the plan, but I'm not the most qualified person on our team to do this, so I'll be looking to each of you for help. I want to learn about the process, so I want to set up meetings between Julia, Steve, Fred and myself so we can discuss plants and possible planting plans. We can do these meetings individually or as a group, whichever you prefer. Please let me know your preference. Also, if you could check your calendars and let me know what dates would work for you, it will speed the process up a little. Thanks again for your commitment to this project! Lori Haak Water Resources Coordinator City of Chanhassen 7700 Market Boulevard, P.O. Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Phone: 952.227.1135 Fax: 952.227.1110 E-maih Ihaak@ci.chanhassen.mn.us C OF 690 G~y Center Drive PO Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 952.937.1900 General Fax 952.937.5739 · ~ngineering Department Fax 952.937.9152 Building Department Fax 952.934.2524 Web Site ls%wwu,.ci. chanhassen, mn. us Neighborhood Block Party Policy Neighborhood groups may request the park and recreation department to deliver picnic tables and refuse containers for a block party. The policy is established to accommodate larger groups such as neighborhood parties and not individual parties. The events must be held at a city park or other public location. 2. Requests may be made by calling the park and recreation department at (952) 227-1121 or by e-mailing jruegemer@ci.chanhassen.mn.us. An application will be mailed, faxed or e-mailed and completed forms may be mailed to: City of Chanhassen Attn: Jerry Ruegemer 7700 Market Blvd Chanhassen, MN 55317 Or faxed to: (952) 227-1110 3. The park and recreation department will review the completed application and respond appropriately. , Upon approval of the application, park maintenance will deliver up to (10) tables and up to (4) refuse containers. The picnic tables and refuse containers will be picked up on the earliest business day following the block party. o Block party organizers are responsible for placing garbage in the refuse containers. The City of Chanhassen will dispose of the garbage. 6. One portable restroom is available at city park locations. Additional portable restrooms can be requested at a cost of $75 each. G:\park\jerry\blockpartypolicy The City o£Chanhassen. A growing communit~ with clean lakes, ~uality schools, a charming downtown, thriving, businesses, and beautiful oarks. A ereat o/ace to live, work, and olay. C]TYOF 690 City Center Drive PO Box I47 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 952.937.1900 General Fax 952.937.5739 Engineering Department Fax 952.937.9152 Building Department Fax 952.934.2524 Web Site www. ci. cha nhassen, mn. us CITY OF CHANHASSEN APPLICATION FOR BLOCK PARTY Date of Application: APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: Address: City, State, Zip: Phone Number (W):( ) (H): ( ) PICNIC INFORMATION Date'of Picnic: Location of Picnic: Location where tables and refuse containers need to be placed: Number of Tables Needed (up to 10): Number of Refuse Containers Needed (up to 4): Number of additional portable restrooms @ $75 each Completed applications can be mailed to: City of Chanhassen Jerry Ruegemer 7700 Market Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317 or faxed to 952-227-1110 The Cit~ o£Chanhassen. A erowin~ communit~ with clean lakes, aualit~ schools, a charmin¢ downtown, thrivin~ businesses, and beautiful t~arks. A weat place to li~Je, work. and ~la~.