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Administrative Section Administrative Section 1 0 ° CITY OF March 7, 2013 CHANHASSFN 7700 Market Boulevard Mr. Cullen Bahn PO Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Chanhassen High School 2200 Lyman Boulevard Chanhassen, MN 55317 Administration Phone: 952.227.1100 Fax: 952.227.1110 Dear Cullen: Building Inspections Thank you for attending the February 26, 2013, Chanhassen Park and Phone: 952.2271180 Recreation Commission meeting to talk baseball! Your presentation describing Fax: 952.227.1190 in words and photographs the recent improvements that have been made to the Chanhassen High School Storm/Redbird Stadium field was impressive. The Engineering joint efforts put forth by Mr. Joe McGough, his staff and consultants, Phone: 952.2271160 Fax: 952.2271170 community volunteers from the Dugout Club, and you have resulted in a miraculous turnaround of the field's condition. You and everyone involved Finance should be proud of this accomplishment! Phone: 952.2271140 Fax: 952.2271110 I know your desire is to continue improving the facility in an effort to create the Park &Recreation very best environment for players and fans alike. With your enthusiasm and Phone: 952.2271120 passion for the game, it was clear to the commission that your efforts will Fax: 952.2271110 continue to pay dividends. Recreation Center Again, thank you for sharing the good news about Chanhassen High School with 2310 Coulter Boulevard the greater Chanhassen community. See you at the ballpark! Phone: 952.2271400 Fax: 952.2271404 Sincerely, Planning & rNatural Resources Phone: 952.2271130 Fax: 952.2271110 Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Director Public Works 7901 Park Place TH:k Phone: 952.2271300 Fax: 952.2271310 c: Jim Bauch, ISD 112 Superintendent Senior Center Joe McGough, ISD 112 Building and Grounds Supervisor Phone: 952.2271125 Chanhassen Mayor and City Council Fax: 952.227.1110 Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission Web Site Todd Gerhardt, Chanhassen City Manager www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us g: \park \th \high school stadium \bahn 3- 7- 13.doc Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow West Metro Leadership Forum 2013 Kick -off Meeting Friday, March 15 9:30 - 11:30 Braemar Arena Hosted by Edina Parks and Recreation Ann Kattreh, Director Parks and Recreation Susie Miller, General Manager Braemar Arena Agenda ❖ Roundtable: Agency Updates unique developments /programs (All representatives ) ❖ Discussion: Effectiveness of Strategies to Improve Community Engagement (Social networks & others) ❖ Presentation and Roundtable: Emerald Ash Borer Control Plans (Three Rivers Park District Forester, Paul Kortebein will make a brief presentation on status of EAB) ❖ Discussion: Budget Challenges and Strategies Roundtable ❖ Selection: Next Meeting Date (Friday mornings and Wednesday Afternoon - Most Selected in Survey) & Location • Tour: Braemar Arena including new "Hornet's Nest" (Please invite your staff who may benefit from or contribute to in an agenda Item) Please RSVP by Thursday, March 14 mdahlof @threeriversparkdisrict.org Suggested Topics for Future Meetings from Survey: To Be Updated at Each Meeting • Homeless people camping in parks • City /School District relationships • Board relations • Private /Public Partnerships • Grants and Funding • Trail Developments • Possible joint ventures and partnerships • Resource Sharing • Impact of light -rail corridors • Diversifying the profession • Trends and fads • (http://edinamn.gov/index.php?section=braemar-arena) 7501 (kola Way Edina, MN 55439 952 - 833 -9500 (We will be taking summary meeting notes and sending out to WMLF member who are unable to attend) City of Chanhassen Parks & Recreation Department Job Title: Parks & Recreation Intern Reports to: Mitch Johnson, Recreation Supervisor Compensation: $8.00 per hour. Application Deadline: March 22, 2013 Mission Statement: The City of Chanhassen places a strong emphasis on parks, open space, trails and recreation. Our department strives to maintain and enhance the quality of life for Chanhassen residents through quality recreational programs, community events, trails, and facilities in the community. Chanhassen is a community for life, providing for today, and planning for tomorrow. Job Summary: An Intern with the City of Chanhassen Parks and Recreation Department will receive a well - rounded internship experience, in a diverse city, to prepare for future professional opportunities. The intern will assist with the administration, supervision, and leadership of recreation and leisure- oriented activities. Activities include, but are not limited to: youth and preschool programs, youth and adult athletic programs, outdoor activities, assisting in daily administration and park maintenance operations, involvement with event sponsors and city sponsorship program, and community events. The Intern is also expected to follow the regulations and policies of the city, to perform all given work assignments, to be a good example and positive representative of the Chanhassen Parks & Recreation Department, and perform any other duties related to the internship experience as required by the supervisor. Qualifications: Must be at least a senior in park and recreation studies, have completed the necessary requirements with their respective college or university, and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Duties and Responsibilities: Programming • Assist with the coordination, scheduling, and standings of adult and youth athletic leagues and tournaments, utilizing recreation software programs • Program recreational activities and community events including the KleinBank Summer Concert Series, Penny Carnival, Safety Camp, and the annual 4` of July Celebration. • Supervise and implement youth field trips • Work with Lake Ann Concession Stand Manager on daily operations of the site and supervise weekly cash summaries and concession stand finances. • Coordinate registration for city programs and park reservations utilizing recreation software programs • Work with independent organizations in coordination of youth athletic camps Marketing • Assist in advertising and promotions of all leisure- oriented activities • Prepare press releases, flyers, posters and other necessary advertisement for various programs • Observe and become educated on the policies concerning event advertising and booking procedures • Work to create partnership agreements with other entities within the community. Personnel Management • Review and understand Employee Manual and Departmental Policies and Procedures • Obtain understanding of the department's professional staff members' responsibilities and duties through various job shadow opportunities • Assist in day to day supervision of seasonal staff • Responsible for tracking, and organizing the documentation of accidents, injuries, incidents, complaints, and problems • Attend Park Commission Meetings as required. This includes the presentation of reports if necessary Facility Operation • Support the Chanhassen Recreation Center by assisting with programming needs, reservations, event set -up, maintenance issues, etc. • Assist at the Senior Center and learn about the programming needs of seniors, and assist with special events • Provide input and ideas on new park development • Become educated through the Parks Maintenance Department on various maintenance issues Financial Management • Observe the preparation of the department's annual budget • Participate in budget preparation research • Provide input for program budgets when necessary and complete event evaluations Major Proiect: The intern will be responsible for the design and development of one major project, as assigned by the Recreation Supervisor during the course of their internship. This project will be determined on a case -by -case basis. Y 0" n #IIAsh Hoffman, Todd From: theresa.f.nelson @gmail.com on behalf of Theresa Nelson [tnelson©c-d-g.org] Sent: Friday, March 08, 2013 3:25 PM To: tnelson©c-d-g.org Subject: Regional Bicycle System Master Study Greetings, The Metropolitan Council is in the process of conducting a Regional Bicycle System Master Study, with the purpose of helping to guide the Council in the development of a regional bicycle system connecting destinations across the metropolitan area. A key part of this phase of the study will focus on gaining insight from bicycle advocates, clubs and agency staff in the greater metro area. Community Design Group, an urban design firm in the Twin Cities, is assisting the Council by conducting four focus groups located in Plymouth, Chanhassen, White Bear Lake and Apple Valley. We would like to identify groups in the 7- county metro area who are not focused in Minneapolis or St Paul. If you would like to participate or know of a group who we should contact, please let us know. Meeting topics will include, but are not limited to: • Identifying bicycle corridors of regional significance • Identifying major bicycle trip origins and destination areas • Exploring the use of cycle track applications • Identifying missing corridors The information we gain from these focus groups is critical and will assist the Council in future bicycle infrastructure projects. The focus group are scheduled for: April 10th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Plymouth April 1 lth, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Chanhassen April 17th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in White Bear Lake April 18th, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in Apple Valley Thank you for your assistance, and feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. Best Regards, Theresa Nelson Community Design Group, LLC 212 3rd Avenue North, Suite 515 Minneapolis, MN 55401 Email: tnelson@c-d-g.org Office: 612 - 354 -2901 1 Mobile: 612- 655 -5662 Web: www.c- d -g.org 1 ) ) 1 , iii. a L c) 'Funny Nan Fun GdII le The Chan Rec Center welcomes new players to join America's fastest growing sport - Pickleball! If you are looking for healthy and fun exercise, Pickleball is for you. Pickleball is like playing tennis with a ping -pong paddle on a badminton court. Four people play; two players per team. Wear tennis shoes and comfortable clothing. Be prepared for laughter and meeting new friends. Games are played on the pickleball courts at the Chanhassen Rec Center. tit Up en Pickleball Times Monday- Friday 1 -4 pm (3 Courts of Open Play) - Wednesday Evenings 7:30 -10 pm �••.., , 4111101111, (1 Court of Open Play) *s,,,, , . +�msr ALL = ' �a FREE EIIIPM1NT ,.........„,\ , check -out available , ..; CHANHASSEN at the Front Desk. RECREATION Pay the Rec Center II .1 Daily Fee to play. CENTER For more information uTIIT call the Chan Rec Center at 952 - 227 -1400 , r . '- /Si i r I 1 E B I I ' • sunddy, Apr The Spring Boutique features a variety of commercial and hand - crafted arts and crafts, jewelry, collectables, home decor, toys, and trinkets for everyone to enjoy! Maybe you are looking for a unique gift for mom, dad, or a grad this season. Come over to the Rec Center to shop locally. Admission is FREE! Please bring a non - perishable food item to donate to an area food shelf. Chdflhdsll Recr1ioll Cuter FREE ADMISSION Code No: 4132.301 CHANHASSEN � RECREATION ., ) ` . _. i , CENTER . . . , M Al* 0 t . G * 5 K '.I gat