PRC SUM 2013 01 22CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JANUARY 22, 2013
Chairman Cole Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Steve Scharfenberg, Tom Kelly, Cole Kelly, Brent Carron, and Jim Boettcher
MEMBERS ABSENT: Peter Aldritt and Elise Ryan
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent;
Jodi Sarles, Recreation Center Manager; and Lindsey Rague, Rec Center Sports Coordinator
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Adam & Erin Kirsling
Jeff Erpelding
Jay & Laura Dering
Rick T. Kachuk
Corey Carney
Jason Dvorak
Richard J. Chadwick
Lana Slygh
Emily Robinson
Bridget Gallagher
Brad Schultz
Eric Benson
8828 Bellevue Court
9061 Springfield Drive
380 Chesterfield Lane
8755 Bellevue
8770 Reflections Road
8821 Reflections Road
9530 Foxford Road
350 Chesterfield Lane
8960 Reflections Road
7051 Pimlico Lane
195 Lakeview
242 Lakeview
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Approved as presented.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: Chairman Cole Kelly announced that Jerry Ruegemer will be inducted
into the USSA Softball Hall of Fame on Friday, January 25, 2013.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS. None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Tom Kelly moved, Boettcher seconded to approve the verbatim and
summary Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated November 27, 2012 as
presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0.
NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING — RILEY RIDGE PARK. Todd Hoffman outlined the proposed
master plan for Riley Ridge Park.
The Park and Recreation Commission meeting was recessed at this point for an informal question
and answer period with the neighborhood, staff and commission members.
Jodi Sarles introduced and provided background information on Lindsey Rague, the new Rec Center
Sports Coordinator.
Park and Recreation Commission — January 22, 2013
2013 PARK AND TRAIL ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM (CIP) OVERVIEW.
Todd Hoffman reviewed the projects proposed for 2013. There were no questions or discussion from
commission members.
RECREATION CENTER REPORT. Jodi Sarles provided an update on security improvements at the
Rec Center, survey results and programs and events held at the Rec Center.
PARK & TRAIL MAINTENANCE. Dale Gregory was not present to provide his report on this item.
Chairman Cole Kelly asked for clarification regarding the reduction in days with the Sentence to Serve
program.
SENIOR CENTER REPORT. Susan Bill was not present to provide her report on this item. Todd
Hoffman encouraged commission members to participate in programs at the Senior Center and meet the
seniors.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS:
TREE LIGHTING EVALUATION. Jerry Ruegemer provided the evaluation on the Tree Lighting
Ceremony.
DANCE PARTY ON ICE REPORT. Jerry Ruegemer provided an update on the Dance Party on Ice
and recommended changes for next year.
2013 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL PREVIEW. Jerry Ruegemer reviewed the schedule of events for the
20 annual February Festival being held on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at Lake Ann and changes that
have been made since last year. Chairman Cole Kelly asked about the warming house. Commissioner
Boettcher asked how the fish are weighed and prize distribution.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS. None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS. Tom Kelly thanked staff for inviting them to the
holiday party this year.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET. Todd Hoffman pointed out information pertaining to the Rice Lake
Preserve development.
Scharfenberg moved, Tom Kelly seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting
was adjourned.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim