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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
DECEMBER 10, 2013
Chairman Kelly called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Cole Kelly, Steve Scharfenberg, Elise Ryan, Brent Carron, Jim Boettcher,
Luke Thunberg, and Ryan Lynch
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Rick Echternacht and Jacob Stolar
STAFF PRESENT:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent;
Jodi Sarles, Rec Center Manager; Susan Bill, Senior Center Coordinator; and Adam Beers, Park
Superintendent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
The agenda was approved as amended by Todd Hoffman who added item
number 5 under Reports, Update on City Council Action on the CIP.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS:
None.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS:
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:Carron moved, Thunberg seconded to approve the Verbatim and
Summary Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated November 26, 2013 as
presented.
REVIEW PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE-PIONEER PASS PARK.
Todd Hoffman
reviewed the proposed construction schedule for Pioneer Pass Park. Commissioner Thunberg commented
that he expects large attendance at the neighborhood meetings. Commissioner Scharfenberg asked what
amenities have been completed in the park.
Carron moved, Boettcher seconded that the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission
confirms the construction schedule for Pioneer Pass Park and directs staff to move forward with
construction planning, neighborhood meetings and City Council approvals as required. All voted
in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0.
RECREATION PROGRAMS: TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer provided highlights from the Tree Lighting Ceremony.
RECREATION CENTER REPORT.
Jodi Sarles provided updates on the Rec Center facility and
programming. Todd Hoffman asked Jodi to explain how she negotiated with the school district regarding
dance recital fees for the use of the Chanhassen High School Auditorium.
SENIOR CENTER REPORT.
Sue Bill reviewed the list of free programs that were offered through the
Senior Center in the Fall.
PARK AND TRAIL MAINTENANCE: INTRODUCTION OF ADAM BEERS, PARK
SUPERINTENDENT.
Park and Recreation Commission Summary – December 10, 2013
Todd Hoffman introduced the new Park Superintendent, Adam Beers who provided background
information on himself. Chairman Kelly welcomed him to the City of Chanhassen.
UPDATE ON CITY COUNCIL ACTION ON CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.
Todd
Hoffman provided an update that the City Council is requesting additional information related to athletic
field lighting and a band shelter at City Center Park.
Staff showed a power point presentation which was developed for the year end celebration.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS.
None.
Carron moved, Thunberg 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 at 8:05 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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