SUM 2003 11 25CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
NOVEMBER 25, 2003
Chairman Franks called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rod Franks, Tom Kelly, Amy O'Shea, Susan Robinson, Glenn
Stolar and Paula Atkins
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jack Spizale
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; and Kate Aanenson, Community Development Director
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Stolar asked for discussion of the
Seminary Fen under the administrative packet, and Commissioner Kelly asked for an
update from staff on the status of the skating rinks.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS. None.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS.
Jerry Ruegemer provided some background information on the Chaska Key Club and
their involvement with the Halloween Party and Easter Egg Candy Hunt. Alison Alaiho
and Brit Edstrom were present to accept the Certificate of Appreciate on behalf of the
Chaska Key Club.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Stolar moved, Robinson seconded to approve the
Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated October 21, 2003 as
presented.
AUAR DISCUSSION~ COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR.
Kate Aanenson gave a presentation outlining the AUAR process. Chairman Franks asked
for clarification on the Bluff Creek Overlay district and what kind of feedback staff has
been receiving. He also asked staff, thinking that this whole area south of Lyman is park
deficient, how much land would be appropriate to acquire as a part of this whole parcel
and what is time line for the Town and Country development.
ESTABLISH 2004 PICNIC RESERVATION FEES.
Jerry Ruegemer presented the staff report on this item. Chairman Franks asked if it is
worthwhile collecting money for the Lake Ann Lakeview and Parkview sites.
Commissioner O'Shea asked if there was a breakdown between resident and non-resident
inquiries. Chairman Franks asked how the number of bookings compared from 2002 to
Park and Rec Commission Summary - November 25, 2003
2003. Jerry Ruegemer asked for suggestions for changing the information format for
next year.
Stolar moved, Kelly seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommends approval of the 2004 Group Picnic Reservation fees to remain the same
as in 2003. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6
to 0.
RECREATION PROGRAM REPORTS.
2003 HALLOWEEN PARTY EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer provided the report to the commission. Chairman Franks suggested
raising the fee at the door from $4.00 to $5.00 and asked staff to continue to move in the
direction of making this a self supporting program.
2003 TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY.
Jerry Ruegemer presented the staff report on this item.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: CITY CENTER PARK UPDATE.
Todd Hoffman provided an update on the progress of construction in City Center Park.
He also provided an update on the council's decision to go along with the commission's
recommendation to flood only the 4 rinks with warming houses. This item will be placed
on the consent agenda at the December 8, 2003 City Council meeting. He provided an
update on the Seminary fen acquisition. Commissioner Stolar asked if a representative
involved in this process could come to a future Park and Recreation Commission meeting
to provide information.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS. None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS. None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
Chairman Franks noted the letter sent to Thomas Joyce for his job well done on his Eagle
Scout project at Roundhouse Park.
Stolar moved, Robinson seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and
the motion carried. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting was adjourned.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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