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Correspondence SectionADMINISTRATIVE SECTION 0 The Instant Web Companies Direct Response & Graphic Communications April 16, 1999 The Instant Web Companies' fiscal year-end is April 30th of each year. Shortly after our record-setting fiscal year ending 4/30/98, I made a decision to step down as the CEO of The Instant Web Companies after 30 years of stewardship. Since my departure, our company has gone through a period of adjustment. I am pleased to be able to state that we now have secured the services of a seasoned, highly skilled industry professional to lead our companies as CEO. His name is Jim Andersen. I have vacated my office and can only hope that Jim experiences the kind of excitement and gratification I experienced while serving in that office. As a major stockholder, of course, I have other reasons for wishing Jim success. Effective May 1, 1999, I can be reached at my new office address: 436 Second Street, Suite #205 Excelsior, MN 55331 Telephone: 612/474-3181 Fax: 612/474-3156 My secretary, Deb, will be out of my office until May 1st. If you need to contact me before May ist, please call instant Web (612/474-096i) and leave a message. Co-Chairman/Co-Founder The Instant Web Companies APR 19 1999 7951 Powers Boulevard, Chanhassen, MN 55317-9326 (612) 474-0961 FAX (612) 474-6467 N':lb"SYHNYHC) _-I0 666t ~ 8 U~i~ t:13AI333~1 pun~I a~nqvj~ ~a!~atuV jo slnoo$ F. auno7) ~upI!A aq~L Your gi~ has been received and a tribute sent as indicatea on the opposite page. We hope that the sentiment expressed conveys your feelings. This gift shall be regarded as a trust to be used in service to young people in the Scouting Program. Sco Viking Council Boy Scouts of America A Tribute Fund gift has been made by: recognizing: This thoughtful g~, joining other gifts in the Viking Council Endowment Fund, wiIl provide the positive values oriented programs of Scouting for generations to come. In this manner, this recognition will be a lasting commemorative tribute to the ideals and values espoused by the Scouting Program. ~res~en t~a~ Viking Council Bo~ Scouts of America CITYOF 690 Ci{y Center Drive, PO Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 553I 7 Phone 612.937.1900 General F~r 612.937.5739 En~dneering ~ir 612.937.9152 Pubh'c Safety ?ax 612.934.2524 Web www. ci. chanhassen, mn. us April 15, 1999 Gerry W. Maher 7101 Utica Lane Chanhassen, MN 55317 Re: Memorial Proposal Dear Mr. Maher: Todd Gerhardt, Chv: :?.assen's Acting City Manager, had forwarded your message to me asking about :Lc possibility of putting rocks in the lake to protect the proposed memorial site located off of Greenwood Shores Park. I have contacted Ceil Strauss at the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and the DNR does not allow placemznt of rip rap or large rocks in the lakes for this purpose. When the DNR does allow rip rap or rock to be placed along the shoreline, it must be placed at a gradual slope and would not protect such a structure against ice floe damage. After talking to Todd, I reviewed the plan and have found other elements about this project which are not permitted City and DNR ordinances, most notably a 75 foot setback from the lake. I understand this is an important project for you, but please understand that part of my job is to see that the City is consistent in its protection of lakes and wetlands. I would like to set up a meeting between yourself and Mayor Nancy Mancino to discuss some alternate plans for this ecologically sensitive area. Please call me at 937-1900 ext. 105 to set up a meeting at your convenience so that we can discuss your project. Sincerely, CITY OF CHANHASSEN Phillip Elkin Water Resources Coordinator PE:jms c~ Todd Hoffman, Park & Recreation Director Todd Gerhardt, Assistant City Manager Nancy Mancino, Mayor The City of Chanhassen. A ,~rowine co,,munitv with C OF EHANHASSEN 690 G~v Center Drive, PO Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 J¥3one 612937. I900 Gtneral Fax 612937.5739 Engineering Fax 612.937.9152 Public Safety Fax' 612. 934.2524 ll3b wu,w. ci. chanhassen, mn. us March 26, 1999 Mr. Joe Bieker 6862 Manchester Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Joe: Thank you for forwarding a copy of your answers to the commission's interview questions. Unfortunately, I received the information the day after the interviews had been completed. I am disappointed that we were unable to take advantage of your interest in serving the community. I will hold your application until such time when additional openings occur. At that time, I will contact you to request permission to resubmit your application. I trust you are enjoying your new home in Woodridge Heights. Pleas contact me at any time to discuss issues related to the city's Park and Recreation Department. Again, thank you for expressing your interest in working with the comission. Sincerely, Todd Hoffman Director of Park and Recreation TH:grnb c: Mayor and City Council Park and Recreation Commission g:\park~t hkBiekcr Llr.doc CITYOF 690 Cig Center Drive, PO Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 Phone 612937.1900 General Fax 612. 937. 5739 Engineering Fax 612.937.9152 ?ublic Safety £ax 612.934.2524 Web wu,w. ci. chanhassen, mn. March 26, 1999 Mr. Steve Scharlenberg 1470 Lake Susan Hills Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Steve: Thanks again for your interest in serving on the city's Park and Recreation Commission. The commission enjoyed meeting you and was genuinely impressed with your desire to serve. I will file your application and contact you when additional openings occur on the commission. Steve, contact me at any time with your thoughts or questions about the operation of the city's Park and Recreation Department. Sincerely, Todd Hoffman Director of Park and Recreation TH:\grnb C.' Mayor and City Council Park and Recreation Commission g: ~park\th~Scharlen bergLt r.doc This is Cindy Ton and I live in Chanhassen. I use the paths around Lake Susan and in this area quite a bit and several times I've had different things occur and that's the reason I'm calling. I'm thinking this might be a good time of year to have some sort of an article written by your office for the Chanhassen Villager, and however else would be a good way to get this out, to do some educating with the people in this area about rules of etiquette for using the walkways, trailways-- like staying to the right of the path, don't take your dogs off the leash, pick up your dog's feces, announce when you come up from behind somebody. I think people in downtown Minneapolis are very well aware of these different rules because they use them all the time, but I've never seen the education done on the people in the suburbs. It's just a suggestion. It would be really nice because it seems like we're getting more and more behaviors that are dangerous and unattractive when it comes to dogs and their droppings. If you'd like to discuss this further, call me during the day at work at 828-4931. Thank you. CITYOF 690 G~, Center Drive, PO Box I4,7 Cl, a~hassen, Minnesota 55317 ?hone 612.937. I900 Ge~eral ~.~' 612937.5739 E~gineering b~x 612. 932 9152 Public SagO, ~.~. 612.934.2524 It5,b wwm ci. 3anhassen. mn. us TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director FROM: Dale Gregory, Park Superintendent DATE: March 23, 1999 SUBJECT: Bleacher Inspection We recently completed an inspection of all bleachers owned by the City of Chanhassen. Currently all bleachers fall well Outside the standards required for bleachers. The following is a brief description of the eleven (11) bleachers and the cost to upgrade these bleachers to meet the current requirements. Two (2) bleachers are constructed with steel angle iron and 2 x 10 wood planks for seats. These bleachers would cost more to upgrade to the new safety standards than what they are worth. Three (3) bleachers constructed of aluminum with no guard rails around the top and no toe boards. The estimated cost to upgrade these bleachers is over $800.00. Six (6) bleachers constructed of aluminum with backs that do not meet current standards. We would have to cover the backs and sides with chain link fence and try to close in the sides below the fencing along with placing toe boards on the top two rows. There is no real feasible way of doing this and still keep the look of the bleacher neat and clean. My recommendation is to take all eleven bleachers that are currently five rows high and remove the back two rows. This will leave three row bleachers that have a top seat of 32 inches, which is two inches over the required standard. In a conversation on March 21, 1999, with William Hinderks from St. Paul Companies, he stated that he felt comfortable with the City bleachers being two inches over the standard, since we are doing as much as possible to upgrade to the new standards. During the winter months of 1999, we will take the back half of the nine aluminum bleachers and convert them into six additional three row bleachers. After all is completed, we will have fifteen aluminum three row bleachers and two steel three row bleachers. We will be able to complete this with very little expense, and we will be very close to the required standards. The City of Chanhassen. A growing comraunio, with clean lakes, quail(3, schools, a cha,v~i,~, downtown, thriving businesses, and beautifid parks. A great place to live, work, and play. School District Bluff Creek Elementary School Catherine Gallagher, Principal June Johnson, Principal 2300 Coulter Boulevard Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 (612) 470-6915 Phone (612) 470-6975 Fax March 30, 1999 Dear Nancy Mancino, I w:,sb to commend Dale Gregory, Park Superintendent, end the public works staff for the outstanding job that has been done at the Bluff Creek Elementary/Chanhassen Recreation Center site xvith winter maintenance and snow removal. Winter months in Minnesota always provide challenges with regard to snow removal on roadways, parking lots, and sidewalks. Mr. Gregory has seen to it that the site was serviced conscientiously and in a timely manner. There are many demands placed upon the departments in a growing community such as this. These departments and the individuals responsible are a credit to the City of Chanhassen. Sincerely, Catherine Gallagher Principal Sincerely, Carl Mattson Head Custodian cc: Dale Gregory Bev Stofferahn, District 112 Superintendent Serving the communities of eastern Carver County through equal oppodunity in employment and education. Referendum Prairie Bend l'ark to thc Upper \,':al- ley Draina?cway Trail is al~o i~clud- ed in thc pi:re. At I lubcr Pm k, thc pi;u1 is to move thc bt)at launch area t~, thc cast end of thc park xxhilc adding parking and landscaping. Director Nl;u k McQuill:tn said a ccsM'ul rcf~ endure x~ ould also allow the city It) apply lo the Commisyioll oi1 Minnesota Resotn c- es (LCMR) k~r matching funds to fur- thor improve 1 luber Park. At O'Dowd Park, the city's plan is to add a road- way and parking area to thc pa~k also small picnic shelters. With a Parks Improvements Task Force w~rking on ways to upgrade city's parks system, the city based the proposed improvements on a survey of residents taken Ibis winter. In the survey, residents indicated a high ap- proval rating for a recreational and pinks and trail improvcmcms. Those polled also indicated a tolcr- ante tbr a property tax increase ab(mt $40 a year, which amounts about $4 million. But that amount would only allow the city to consitlcr the pool or the indoor play area and fitness center/multipurpose room at the Com~nunity Center, but not along with park enhancements. · }laving previously discussed an internal h)an to increase the number and scope of prQects the city could ufidermkc if the referdndum passed, · e City Counci.l's discussion focused on which funds would be tapped. Thc council discussed using the TIF mon- e~' which was proposed to fund en- hancemenB at JOe Schleper Stadium in Tahpah Park. The council rQected · e.idea of using sewer and capital ~provement funds. continued from I'age I "l dol)'t c.tl~c v, hat fund il ~tJt ol'as long as il gets back in Councilol Il,d) Swecncy >aid. Swecncy fawns a lO-year loan. Cotmcih)r Clctc l.ink stresst ,I thc impo~ lance of making sure I I~c v~ qc~ knoxv all Ibc details t,fthe fina:,, ia But nt~t wanting to be forcc,l shelve a prqjcct, the council b,~ikcd at thc usc oftl,,,sc two ftinds. It ii~l ly settled on using park-dedica~,,m fees since 1997 saw a much Ihan anticipalcd cash flow from the fees. P;u k dedication fees are paid commercial/industt iai and rcsidcm~al developers. The fccs are intended the purchase or deveh)pment o[ i~:t~ k land. Given thc rapid increase in value of devch~pablc land in the city, McQuillan said the his department will be seeking land i~ lieu of from developers. As of March 18, thc park dedication fund had a balance, $1,093,523. Counciku Jane DuBois said lng $700,000 from the park dedk'.:- tion fee is akiu to "robbing Peler pay Paul." She asked McQuillan what projects would the department have to do without if the funds are used McQuillan later said the fund is tended ~Br pink land acquisition and development. By law, the city is only allowed present objective information on thc referendum. City Administrator Ma~ k McNeill said a committee of reefs will be established and will p~ i- vately raise funds to promote passage of the ref~endmn. The parks initia- tive comes at a time when voters are seeing the results of the successful 1997 school bond and also anticipat- ing another school bond issue later this hll or early next yeah .~Fou 'm "~ March T Inside This Addition HAWK Academic Achievement Night' Spring and Summer Opportunities Move Up Policy Sponsor Showcase .AND MO1LE! April 5th Board Meeting Agenda Highlights o Treasurers Report o Board Nominations - Arena II Status o CCHA Board Transition Issues .. Finalize May Election Plans · . Tryout Proposal for 1999/2000 YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Nominations for CCHA Board positions will remain open until the May election. Additional nominations will be taken at the April 5th Board meeting or by contacting any Board member prior to the meeting. Don't miss this opportunity to get involved and make a difference! If you have any questions regarding any of the positions, please contact any Board member. Each of the current Board members phone numbers are list on the back page. Nominees are encouraged to write a paragraph about their interest/background/vision regarding the position. This information will be published in the April News Letter. We would like write-ups for publication in by April 9 to insure inclusion in the news letter. Elections will be held Monday, May 3rd 1999 at 7:00pm in the CCC. Positions O_O_pen for Election: President (2 yr) - Susie Blake VP Business (l yr) - Deb Eklo - Tom Worthley Dir. of Comm (2 yr) - Jacqi Fitzgibbons Treasurer (2 yr) - Open Commissioners Mini Mite (1 yr) - Open Mite (1 yr) - Tom Nygaard Girls (2 yr) - Rick Ness Tournament Director (1 yr) District 6 Rep (2 y) VP of Competition (2 yr) Ice Coordinator (2 yr) - Pee Wee (2 yr) - Bantam (2 yr) - Open - Mike Buller - Chris Erickson - Colleen Rademacher - Pete Bigaouette - Bill Kreuser - Ed Gardeski - Dan Berg Concessions February was another strong month. Details and plans are listed below. Special thanks to all the parents who pu time in behind the counter and to those that supported the stand with your business. Your efforts are DEFINITEL_, appreciated! Results: Feb '99 sales = $1 !,000 YTD $51,500 versus $47,500 Last Yr. Feb '99 profit = $2,000 YTD $11,000 Schedule: Beginning the week of 3/15, our hours will change as follows to reflect the fact only Rink 2 will be in operation. The new hours can be found on the back page of the news letter. We will revisit the April schedule at the end of this month to see if any additional changes are needed. We are still looking for parents to cover the schedule, please check the schedule book. Here's a great opportunity to start offsetting some of next year's cost now. If you have any questions regarding the schedule, please contact Linda Ladner ~ 368-3262. Ice Credit Summaries: Ice credit summaries this season through March 31 will be mailed out the first week of April. You will have a choice of applying any extra dollars earned against next season's assessment or receiving a check back now. Details will be included with the statement. Gold Comes To Chaska!!!! Olympian Alana Blahoski comes to the Chaska Community Center to help the CHS and CCHA promote Girls Hockey in our community. This program is held in partnership with the Minnesota Wild, CHS Girls Hockey, City of Chaska and the CCHA. All Girls 5 To High School Are Welcome!!! When: April 17th 1:00 - 4:00pm Who: Girls ages 5 to High School Cost: FREE!!, Helmets, Skates, and Sticks provided by Instant Replay Sports Forms can be found at the CCC Registration: Agenda Chaska Community Center Rink 2 ~ 1:00 to 2:00 On ice portion of the program 2:20 to 3:00 Hockey discussion with Alana, Autographs .~_..~o:~ 4:00 CCHA and CHS Program opportunities Alana Blahoski competed in all six games at the XVIII Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan. Alana is making her second appearance at the IIHF Women's World Championship as a member of the 1 T ~ Women% Nlatinn~l To'~m (I 007 and 1000I HAWK Academic Achievement Award March 7th, 1999 q37 CCHA Hockey Players were awarded the 1998/99 HAWK Academic Award at a ceremony held March 7th in the CCC Theater. The first annual event was a Hit! Dave Snuggerud, the Chaska Varsity Coach, hosted the event. Guest Speakers included Nate Miller (#13 of the Minnesota Gophers and Business Major), Beverly Stofferahns (Superintendent District 112), Brad Ryan (Varsity Assistant Coach). Mike Ramsey (Assistant Coach of the Buffalo Sabers) was not able to attend, but wrote a letter to the players. The message from the Dave and guest speakers to the players encouraged a balance between academics and athletics. With out a good education your opportunities in life maybe limited. Each of the 137 players had a chance to meet and shake hands with these key speakers and receive a patch and bumper sticker. Each player received a gift and a chance a win one of many nice prizes donated by the many sponsors. The Chaska Community Center Theater was packed with the players and their families and friends. There was standing room only as the ceremony. A special thanks to our quest speakers for taking the time to help our players better understand the importance of education and why we need to do our best. And a special thanks to Dave & Anne Snuggerud and Randy & Linda Mueller for organizing this event. '"'~qAWK" stands for Hockey .4chievement l~'ith Kno;t,ledge! )ngratu A Nate Miller answered many questions from the players regarding school and hockey at the University of Minnesota. Nate attends the Carlson School of Business. Nate talked with players and parents after the ceremony. The players received word of encouragement and autographs. SPRING & SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES This summer there are many opportunities for our players to be involved in athletics events. The CCHA directly supports many of these events. This summer there are plans to continue the Sunday Rink Rat programs. There are also plans to offer organized hockey in Chaska during the week. In May, watch for Kristie Mitchell's Power Skating clinics for all levels. For the upper levels there is the Snuggemd's Chaska Office Training Camp. This program offers our players a chance to build strength that will help in their skating ability. Last year those that participated had a lot of fun developing and sharpening their skills. For all the levels there is the Snuggerud's Chaska On Ice Training Camp. This program stresses skating skills, stick handling, team work, and more. Just for Girls, Chuck Nichols will hold a fundamentals clinic in July - August. Information regarding these programs can be found at the Chaska Community Center. As additional program details become available, They will be communicated. Tournament Sweatshirts There are a few extra sweatshirts from the January Fire On Ice Tournament. The cost is $25.00 or best offers. Contact Paul Berens @ 448-7948 Change in Bylaws At the March CCHA Board the proposed bylaw changes passed. 1. The Concession Coordinator position be changed to a non board position reporting to the full board. 2. ^ vacancy on the Board will appoint until next election; then position will be opened to vote for remainder of term. CCHA Move Up Policy -- Squirt, PeeWee, & Bantam Levels The CCHA will allow players to move up to the next level for talent only. This policy will include mite to squirt, squirt to pee wee, and pee wee to bantam. Any player wishing to move up should do the follow: 1 ) Parents would petition the Board in writing at the July meeting. Included with the petition would be an "affidavit" from 2 of the players previous year coaches stating they feel the player has the talent to play on the "A" team at the next level. 2) The petition would be reviewed by the VP Competition. He/She would report any concerns to the Board at the August meeting. 3) Absent any concerns, the Board would approve the petition. 4) Once approved, the player would tryout at the next level. The player would have to place in the top 5 to make the "A" team. If the player is not in the 5, they would tryout again at their USA Hockey age level. A petition player can not make a "B' or "C" team at the higher level. 5) If the player can not tryout with their USA Hockey age level due to overlapping of our tryout schedule, the VP Competition, Level Commissioner, and Level Coaches will work together to place the player on the correct team. The player is responsible for any additional fees associated with the try-out process. 6) Ifa goalie petitions to play at next level, all the requirements remain the same except the goalie must be rated as the top goalie in order to make the "A" team. SPONSOR SHOWCASE ?#t HANHASSEN NK The Chanhassen Bank has been a part of the Chanhassen community since 1919. Helping the local economy grow and thrive. And reinvesting in Chanhassen to help individuals and businesses become as equally successful. The Chanhassen Bank is a part of the Klein Financial Corporation based in Chaska. Klein Financial is made up of a group of community banks, independently managed with a mission to serve the needs of local residents and business people. We offer all the traditional business and retail banking products and non-traditional-bank investment products in a friendly, customer service environment with real people. Our products, services, and people are available at times most convenient to you - until 8PM weekdays and 3PM weekends. The Telebank 1-800 number allows access to your accounts 7 days a week, 24 hours a day (1-800-759-5344) from anywhere in the nation. We'd love to be your bank!! Call us today - 937-BANK (2265).Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender. FLUOROWARE Computer chipmakers around the world rely on Fluoroware products to handle, store and transport the valuable materials they use to make chips. These materials include wafers, critical fluids, and bare or packaged die. Fluoroware products also handle disks and heads in the data storage industry; and critical fluids in chemical process and pharmaceutical applications. Fluoroware is a proud sponsor of youth hockey in the community! Motivation One of our Advanced Mite Coaches went to great lengths to motivate his team to do their best. As a challenge if the team performed in their 2 tournaments, he would dressing up as Austin Powers and coach the team in their final game. The Purple team did the job! The last game of the season was played at the Minnetonka Mite Jamboree. Can you guest who this crazy coach is? Your CCHA Board President ....................................... Jim Leone ................. 448-3074 Vice President Of Competition .... Chris Erickson .......... 884-2720 Vice President Of Business .......... OPEN ................... ( ) ...................................... Deb Shafranski ......... 448-7376 ~asurer ...................................... Jim Roeder ............... 470-0533 Ice Coordinator ............................ Tom Redman ............ 448-3572 District Representative ................. Mike Bullet .............. 448-7947 Communications .......................... Susie Blake .............. 906-9953 Tournament Director ................... Paul Berens .............. 448-7948 Concession Coordinator ............... Susie Blake .............. 906-9953 Equipment Manager ..................... Kevin Kuntson ......... 448-4453 Bantam Commissioner (Czar) ....... Earl Schaub .............. 443-3688 Peewee Commissioner ................. Jim Liddell ............... 470-0633 Squirt Commissioner .................. Mark Giordano ......... 949-8607 Mite Commissioner ......................[lob Raser ................. 448-9517 Mini-Mite Co-Corem ............. Tom & Lynne Nygaard ...368-3545 Girls Commissioner .....................Claire Schnurr .......... 448-2739 Non Board: Information Coordinator ............... Jan Glover ................ 368-3208 Newsletter ..................................... Bryan McGovern ..... 474-8516 CCHA Video Tapes Viewing Time¢~.tinutes) Fundamentals Of Power Skating 21:1 I Advance Power Skating 20:30 Goalkeeping I 17:00 Goalkeeping 2 19:46 Checking 19:19 Puck Control 23:16 Passing And Receiving 23:33 Shooting And Scoring 24:00 Fundamentals Skill for Defensemen 24:40 ~egrouping 40:00 ching Techniques 20:00 Jcsigning A Practice 29:59 Puck Control And Deking 40:00 Offensive Attack Options 20:00 Breakouts NEW 20:00 1998/1999 Team SpOnsors Envirecycle Dairy Queen -- Chaska Gold Medal Sports CP - Softsoap, Chaska Twin City Corporate Construction Cooper's County Market Chaska Lion's Lakeview Clinic Lions Tap Rainbow Foods The Chanhassen Bank Jonaco Machine Inc. Emerson Motion Control Durst & Gans Construction MAXIMUM Graphics St. Francis Regional Medical Center Victoria Lion's Fluoroware Byerly's Chanhassen CCHA Meeting Schedule Board Meeting: ~ CCC, 7:00pm -- Monday, April 5th. Concession Stand O_Qpen Hours Monday ........ 5:30 - 9:00 pm Friday ....... 5:30 - 9:00 pm Tuesday ........Closed Saturday...8:00 - 6:30 pm Wednesday...5:30 - 9:00 pm Sunday ..... 10:30 - 6:30 pm Thursday ...... 5:30 - 9:00 pm CCC Open Skate Schedule Wednesday ..................... 7:00- 8:15 pm Friday ............................. 7:00 - 8:30 pm Saturday .................. I 1:45 am - 2:00 pm Sunday ................... 11:30 am- 12:30 pm CHASKA COMMUNITY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT The Chaska Community Hockey Association believes in creating an environment which fosters the skill development of all CCHA players with an emphasis on fair play and the pure enjoyment of the game by its players. It will, to the best of its ability, be fair in team selections, ensure the quality of its coaching staff, and foster a balance between playing and winning. This program is created to stress sportsmanship, friendship, goodwill, strong values and cooperation within its membership. Printed Courtesy Of MA~U M MAXIMUM GRAPHICS, INCORPORATED 1245 Llkevtew Drive · Chllkl. MN 55318-9506 612.448.5100 · FAX 612.448.5470 For more information contact John Gardiner 448-5zOO Chaska Community Hockey Association P.O. Box 184 Chaska, Minnesota 55318 S~3i7-~6h3 0i i oaa Horrman City of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 hh h,l,h,,lh,,,llh,,H,l,,,ih,l,,J,,,Ih hh,lh,,,h,II ITYOF 690 Cig Center Drive, ?0 Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 ?hone 612.937.1900 General £ax 612.937.5739 E,gineering ?ax 612.937.9152 Publir Safe~y Fax 612.934.2524 l~b www. ci. chanhassen, mn. us March 22, 1999 Ms. Mary Perkins, Executive Director West Hennepin Community Services 1001 State Highway 7 Hopkins, MN 55305 Dear Mary: Enclosed please find a signed copy of our contract for adaptive recreation services. The City of Chanhassen is pleased to be working with West Hennepin Community Services in meeting the needs of Chanhassen residents. Tracy Petersen, Recreation Supervisor will begin her employment with the city on April 5. She will act as contract administrator on behalf of our office, I look forward to attending the focus group meeting on April 6. Again, thank you for offering your services to the City of Chanhassen. Sincerely, Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Director TH:ns C'- t/~/laayOr and City Council rk and Recreation Commission Todd Gerhardt, Acting City Manager Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Superintendent Tracy Petersen, Recreation Supervisor Susan Marek, Lead Facility Supervisor g:\park\th\whcsltr.doc TtJe City of Chanhassen. A o'ou.i,v co,tm,~tirv with r/e,, /.~.~ .,,al;,,, ,rl,,~eh . cl ..... ;,,. d.,,,,,, ....... I,,.;,,:,,,, g.,~; .......... d ~ ..... :g,! .... t.. a ....... ! .....t: ......... t..., ./. t~. WHCS Serving Persons with Developmental Disabilities and their Families ;st hennepin community services 1001 state highway 7 hopkins, minnesota 55305 612/988-4177 Contract Agreement WHEREAS, The city of Chanhassen (hereinafter called the "city") is in agreement for West Hennepin Community Services, Inc. (hereinafter called the "contractor") to provide adaptive recreation services for children and adults with developmental disabilities. WHEREAS, West Hennepin Community Services, Inc. and the four Western Communities did contend that a part-time professional will coordinate programs for persons who have developmental disabilities. WHEREAS, The city desires that West Hennepin Community Services, Inc. provide such a coordinator: 1. The contractor shall perform all the services of this agreement, as deschbed in the proposal. 2. The payment shall be $2,000.00. 3. The method of payment shall be: Annually $500.00 Quarterly __Other __Semi-Annually __Monthly 4. This agreement shall be in force and effect for a period of one- year commencing on January 1, 1999. West Hennepin Community Services, Inc. Title ~../~f'~-~.~ d(~__j~fC~;?-; City of Chanhassen By ~~~ Title //~clZL/~ (~'/~ ~j,v~ Focus Group Meeting April 6, 1999 A. Introductions B. Overview about WHCS C. Collaboration with Chanhassen Park & Recreation D. Questions: What recreational services are currently available? What do you know about them? Ex. community education, scouting What are your thoughts for additional recreation services for people with disabilities? Is your highest priority for starters, children's programs, or adult programming? What are some ideas you have for programs? Preferred location? Time of day? I'.l,qR--l~_:--09 THO 82: 18 PI"1 I.~HC, S ~.129884178 P. 02 On For re, atio.n, h D sab l tie¢ Who: People interested in Adaptive Recreation for individuals with developmental - disabilities. When: Tuesday, April 6, 1999 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Where: Chanhassen Recreation Center 2310 Coulter Blvd Help West Hennepin Community Services and Chanhassen Park & Recreation understand the recreational needs of people with developmental disabilities. RSVP Todd Hoffman at Chanhassen Park & Recreation at (612) 937-1900 by Friday, April 2nd ~:.~ ~ eighborhood involvement is key to successful ~lanfil~tig. So it is with the process being used to consider trails. Discussions have raised many good ideas according to the Park Commission and the City Council. As the process moves forward, both the Commission and Council invite additional comments. Recent Community Involvement About 150 people attended the trails open house held at the Southshore Center February 23rd. Park Commissioners and City Council Members participated with residents in a thorough discussion. More than 100 comment sheets were submitted noting support for trails, concerns about particular locations, and alternative ideas. A group of Howards Point neighbors petitioned against a trail at the Park Commission's regular meeting on March 9th. Commissioners agreed to schedule a "neighborhood walk" this summer when the neighbors can present the issues unique to the area. (Later Edgewood and Grant Lorenz were determined to be included in the tour.) At the same meeting, a neighborhood group requested that the first trail go along their property. Petitioners along the south side of Smithtown Road, west of Strawberry Lane cited issues of safety, access to school and traffic as the reasons they hoped for trails or sidewalks. Upcoming Community Involvement Park Commissioners hope to walk in many neighborhoods and learn about residents' concerns and ideas. Four walks have been proposed and other walks can be scheduled. Call the City offices for more information, or attend a Park Commission The Commission continues to invite comments and participation on the evolving trail review process Park Foundation Openings The Shorewood Parks Foundation, which acts to "...promote the preservation, protection, improvement, establishment and enlargement of Parks, trails, bikeways and open space generally for the benefit of the residents of the City of Shorewood," is seeking two volunteers to serve in At Large positions for three-year terms. Appointments are made by the City Council and the Foundation meets approximately every quarter. If you would like to be considered, please submit a letter of interest to the City Hall, 5755 Country Club Road as soon as possible. ~,itiTgn Infc~rm~r / Anrll 10{30 meeting. These areas are planned for neighborhood and Park Commission walks during the next few months: · Smithtown Road starthtg at the Victoria border, ending at the LRT Saturday, April 10, 9:00 - 11:00 ^.M. (April 24, rain date) Coffee and cookies will be served at Minnewashta School from 11:00 to 12:00 NOON. · Vine Hill Road at its intersection with Kingswood Terrace to its intersection with Manchester Street attd Covington Road, Vine Hill to Silverwood Park Tuesday, April 20, 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. (April 27, rain date) · Howards Point, Edgewood, Grant Lorenz area (not yet scheduled) · Shadylsland, Enchantedlsland (not yet scheduled) Point of Clarification Some trail locations are on long-term hold. These include segments of Mill Street, Galpin Lake Road .... St. AIban's Bay Road, Yellowstone and Smithtown Road east of the LRT. Although included on early concept maps, these locations have become a low priority because of the many obstacles they present. Keep in Touch The Commission continues to invite comments and participation on the evolving trail review process. Park Commission meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month at 7:30 P.~. in the City Hall Council Chambers. The public is always welcome. Check the Informer and the website (www.state.neffshorewood) for reports and meeting minutes. Plant a Tree This Spring i!il ! iii ii ii!?!!! The City of Shorewood will officially observe ~iiii}:~!~ I Arbor Day on Saturday, May 1 by planting a iiii!Jiiiii tree at Manor Park. This is the day that is set aside to recognize the importance of trees as a vital part of the charac- ter, health and beauty of our City. The loss of hundreds of our beautiful and aged trees in the summer storms of 1998 was an unfortunate way for many of us to realize the value of trees in enhancing our lives and our properties. In the City Council's annual proclamation, residents are urged to plant a tree each year to help ensure the future of our natural resources. The National Arbor Day Foundation has published an informative bulletin called "How to Select and Plant a Tree." For a free copy, stop by City Hall or call 474-3236. Tree care packets with general tree information are also available at City Hall. 82/25/1994 00:00 46?4355 CARVER COUNTY PA~i-<S PAGE 02 Trails Session Round Table Discussion Guide Format: Session attendees are divided hato 3 zzzoups. A facilitator will help to initiate discussion in each group. Introduction: Once groups are divided a brief introduction of those in the group would be in order. Objective: To share with members' experiences and information related to trail design, ~maintenance, operations and funding. Trail Design Bituminous Off-Road · What users are you accommodating? · What problems are you experiencing accon-_modating multiple uses? Do you provide separate trails for different :ases? · What widths are agencies using? (8, 10, i2 foot) Why? (cost, limited right-of-way, trail maintenance equipment, amount of ~) · What are agencies using for a cross section design e.g. thickness and width of aggregate base as compared to thickness ca,3 Width of the bituminous surface. · Boulevard Width- What boulevard width~ ~ze agencies' using when trails are adjacent to roadways.'? · What percent cross slope are agencies u~h-x? · What ADA issues have agencies expericn.z_d? How were the issues resolved? · What types of signage are you posting? · Other.9 Bituminous on-road · Are departments involved with on road ~'aLs? · What design is.~ues have you encountereS7 · When axe agencies installing on road traS's? e.g. certain traffic count level, as a part of road improvements, in conjunction with providing vehicle refuge area. · Other? Winter Trails · What users are you accommodating? e.g. z2ate skiing, traditional skiing, skijoring, walking, snow shoeing · What problems are you experiencing acco~.anodating multiple uses? How have you reduced conffict between user groups7 02/25/1994 00:00 4B74355 CARVER COUNTY PA&~..3 PAGE 03 · Do you provide separate trails for different uses? · What issues have you encountered relating to signage? How was it resolved? Trail Maintenance Sllnlnler · What materials/products or services are agencies using to seal coat, crack seal, or chip seal? · What other maintenance practices are agencies providing? e.g. sweeping, root pruning, weed spraying etc. · Other? Vqinter ~: Do you have snow removal policies for trails? If so what are the policies? · Do you have a trail grooming policy? If so what are the policies? · What equipment are agencies using to maintain trails during winter operations? · What methods or techniques have agencies used to maintain their trails? · Other? Trail Operations Issues · Trail Patrol . Are agencies providing a trail patrol service? Who performs the service? · Pets on trails - What policies do agencies have regarding pets on their trails? · What joint use trail issues have you encountered and how was it resolved? Trail Funding · Have agencies received funding through the DNR Cooperative Trails Program and what types of projects were funded? · Have agencies received funding through ISTEA and types of projects were funded? · Have agencies been successful with a referendum for trails and what things were done to insure a successful referendum? · What other methods have agencies used to fund trails? National Recreation and Park ssociation: 22377 Belmont Ridge Road · Ashburn, Virginia 20148 · (703) 858-07~Fax (703) 858-0794 Why Public parks and Recreation? Here's the Facts: Recreation and Juvenile Justice/Crime Prevention Public parks, recreation facilities and creative programs provide alternatives that have been proven to help prevent youth in high-risk environments from entering the juvenile justice system. They are often the basis for partnerships with local law enforcement officials and others. Public recreation also serves ss a catalyst and service delivery mechanism for youth and family services and other community-building activities. · Fort Worth, Texas experienced a 28 percent drop in crime within a one-mile radius of community centers which offered late-night programs. In five other areas where similar programs were not offered, juvenile crime rose an average of 39 percent. · According to the U.S. Department of Justice, juvenile-committed crime peaks between the hours of 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. · Crime prevention programs, including recreation, are more cost-effective than after- the-fact solutions. The public cost to incarcerate a single juvenile offender, on average, is $30,000, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Vanderbilt University research estimated the monetary value of "saving an at-risk youth" at $1.5 - $2.0 million over his or her lifetime. Recreation and Child Care Quality child care programs, such as those provided through public park and recreation centers, offer a safe place for parents to send their children while they are at work. This peace of mind allows parents to be more Productive at work, resulting in more free time to spend with families. Research also indicates that the children do better academically and socially. With more mothers entering the workforce and an increase in single-parent homes, the demand for these quality programs is at an all time high. · Over 17 million parents rely on others to care for their children before and after school. More than 5 million children are left home alone after school. · It is estim, ated that by the year 2000, 70 percent of America's preschool-age children will have mothers who are working or looking for work outside their homes. · The District of Columbia Department of Recreation and Parks operates the largest publicly supported child care program in the city-nearly 900 children enrolled each month. Recreation and Health Research shows that leisure and exercise have a positive effect on physical and emotional health. Evidence also indicates that the American public associates wellness benefits with local recreation and park departments. These benefits can, and must, be measured in terms of cost savings in public health expenditures and in ways that involve measurement techniques that are widely recognized by the medical and health care community. · A recent CDC report found that nearly 30 percent of adults aged 18 and older are physically inactive. · Inactivity is one of the major underlying causes of premature death.in the United States, accounting for as many as 23 percent of all deaths from major chronic diseases. Research suggests, however, that engaging in moderate physical activity five or more days a week, one can significantly reduce the risk of many chronic diseases, such as heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, osteoporosis and colon cancer as well as obesity and depression. · The United States currently spends proportionally more for health care-14 percent of the GDP-than any other nation, in part because it is a nation of sedentary People. Parks, Recreation and Livable Communities Parks~ trails and open space are essential to ensuring a high quality of life. They promote clean air, clean water, sustain wildlife and provide families with safe places to walk, play and relax. As the nation's population continues to increase, more and more public spaces, wildlife habitat and farm land are being converted to urban or suburban uses. We must invest adequately now to preserve our natural, historical and cultural treasures and ensure that open spaces and links to the natural world are accessible to all Americans. Voters across the country approved more than $7.5 billion in additional state and local spending to protect or improve parks, open space, farmlands, historic resources, watersheds, greenways and wildlife habitats. Of the 240 ballot measures voted on, the approval of over 72% signals a strong grassroots constituency for conservation spending. "Livability at the Ballot Box," The Brookings Institution Center on Urban and Metropolitan Po/icy · At least 7,000 acres of farmland and open space are lost every day, President Clinton's 1999 State of the Union Address. There were over two billion visits to federally-managed public land in 1995. State park visits in 1996 exceeded 745,000 - - and that number does not reflect park use at the regional, county or city level. Recreation visitation is expected to grow at least 2% over the next twenty years. For more information contact NRPA Public Policy: Barry Tindafl (202) 887-0290 or Denise Obert (703) 858-2184. Recreation 2000 Initiative Improving Minnesota's health while creating a unique recreaEonal legacy w/th the tobacco winclfal/, March 23, 1999 VIA FACSIMILE 4 pages Randy Quale Bloomington Parks 2.215 W Old Shakopee Rd Bloominton, MN 55431 Randy: On March 22 I met with the metro parks lobbyists to discuss the Recreation 2000 Initiative and to seek support for our Coalition. I was advised that as a group, the Metro Parks and Open Space Board could not support our Coalition, but I was encouraged tO.contact members individually. The Recreation 2000 Coalition is currently inviting other organization to join our efforts to direct a portion of the tobacco settlement to recreational opportunities throughout the state. We have made enormous progress the past few weeks and now are in a position to add more groups to Coalition. At this point we are asking you to lend your organization's name to our growing Coalition. We are not asking for any financial support - although it would be welcomed and directed to'ward our lobbying efforts. Assistance from your legislative staff certainly would help the Initiative. Whatever level of involvement you can provide will be apl~reciated. Included are three pages which will help explain our Coalition, legislation and other options proposed for the use of the tobacco settlement'. I hope you will join in our efforts to direct a portion of the tobacco settlement to improving and preserving recreational opportunities for all Minnesotans. If you have any questions please contact me at 651-290-985:3. Steven Cerkvenik, Coalition Coordinator Recreation 2000 Initiative Improving Minnesota's health while creating a unique recreational legacy with the tobacco windfall. Current Options for Distribution of the Tobacco Settlement GOVERNORS POSITION Divides the $1.3 billion currently available into four endowments: MERC: $100 Million ~ Support teaching hospitals and clinics around the state. ~ Ensure critical medical research continues to take place. Heatlth Education & Medical Research: $350 Million ~ Support U of M's Academic Health Center's education and training programs. Self Sufficiency: $600 Million ~ Support individuals and families in their effort to reduce their dependency on government. Public Health: $260 Million )~ Support the local public health network to address the health needs in their community which may include smoking prevention efforts. SENATE MAJORITY POSITION Creates three endowments with the $1.3 billion available 'this biennium. Medical Education 'and Research: 27% or $350 Million Children's Endowment Fund: 23% or $300 Million ~ Research on children's brain development. ~ Analysis and distribution of information on child development. ~ Encouragement of activities that protect and stimulate children's development. ~ Supplement existing successful projects. Tobacco Prevention: 50% or $650 Million HOUSE MAJORITY POSITION Rebate to Taxpayers: $1.3 Billion ), Returns the entire "one time" portion of tobacco settlement to taxpayers. Use annual payments which begin in 2004 to eliminate the Provider Tax which funds MN Care. Recreation 2000 Initiative Improving Minnesota's health while creating a unique recreational legacy with the tobacco windfall. RECREATION 2000 BILL The Recreation 2000 Bill provides an alternative to the endowment and rebate options currently being considered by the Legislature for use of the tobacco settlement. The Recreation 2000 Initiative will create a recreational legacy with this unprecedented revenue source which will positively impact the health of all Minnesotans. ~' We are asking for only a portion of the $1.3 billion dollars available this biennium. The Recreation 2000 Bill asks the State to invest $500 of the tobacco settlement in youth sports, outdoor recreational opportunities and protecting water quality. The bill currently divides the funding three ways: Youth Sports: $50 million to Amateur Sports Commission for facilities and programs. · Participation in sports promotes a healthy lifestyle in our youth especially the abstinence from tobacco use. · Most adult smokers began their habit during adolescence. · Soccer fields, baseball fields, pools and recreation centers are needed throughout the state. $250 Million for Lifetime Outdoor Recreation: To the DNR for metro parks & trails ($100 million), for State Parks and State Trails ($100 million)and Local Grants ($50 million). · Regular, moderate exercise has been proven to reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, colon cancer, hypertension, diabetes, osteoporosis, obesity and depression. · Demand for paved recreational trails for biking, walking and inline skating is growing'. beyond our ability to provide trails. · Local grants will help build natural areas, fishing piers, playgrounds, trails and campgrounds. · Children's attitudes toward tobacco are highly influenced by the environment in which they live. Parks, trails and natural areas maintain our cultural heritage of a healthy lifestyle. Clean Water: $100 million to Public Facilities Authority for wastewater treatment facilities in small towns, $100 million to Department of Agriculture for capitalization of revolving loan accounts for rural septic systems and AgBMPs. · Clean lakes and rivers are the foundation for many of our recreational activities as well as the foundation for good public health. Outdated or non-existent wastewater treatment facilities and faulty septic systems are eroding the quality of our water resources. · An estimated 230,000 households in Minnesota have failing septic systems. · Over 175 incorporated cities do not have a central sewer system. Recreation 2000 Initiative Improving Minnesota's health while creating a unique recreational legacy with the tobacco windfall. Recreation 2000 Coalition CURRENT MEMBERS Minnesota Parks and Trails Council · Minnesota Association of Small Cities · The Nature Conservancy · MN Youth Soccer Association The Minnesota Amateur Sports Commission is supportive and i~as been active in our initial diccussions but is not currently an official member. GOAL Improving Minnesota's health while creating a unique recreational legacy with the tobacco windfall. OBJECTIVES · Build a broad coalition with political clout at the Capitol. · Provide support and garner passage of the Recreation 2000 Bill in this legislative session. · Provide ongoing support for increased investment by the State of Minnesota for recreational opportunities and water resources protection. STATUS OF CURRENT ACTIVITIES · The Recreation 2000 Bill was introduced in the House on March 18. · o House Environment & Natural Resources Finance Committee Chair Mark Holsten is the chief auti]or. · We have strong bi-partisan support in the House with Rep's Davids, Milbert, Molnau and Ostoff co-signing. · We have bi-partisan interest in this bill in the Senate. · Tentatrvely a press conference.to announce the Initiative is scheduled for March 24 just prior to the bill's first hearing. · We are currently contacting other organizations join the Coalition and support the Bill. April 9, 1999 2:30 p.m. Bob: Jerry Chalupsky reported some vandalism done at Lake Ann Park to some railings, picnic tables and to the aggregate can holders. I am assuming that this is in or near the shelter. Also, there was some vandalism done to the decorative retaining wall on the trail going from Kiowa to Bandimere Park. Someone spray painted "Scout 34" on the decorative wall. Todd Hoffman asked me to notify you of these incidents of vandalism. Thanks, Gina 'i REC[IVED MAR 2 9 1999 · · · .,.-.'-- CITY OF CH^NH^SSEN ._..J · , Mr. Todd Hoffman: Recently I was informed that the city of Chanhassen was considering building a public facility for in-line skating and skateboarding. I believe that it is only fair that this facility would be made. 1 believe this because the city supports other sports. The city builds tennis courts, basketball courts, beaches, and baseball fields for people to play their sport. In-line skating is my sport and I believe it is only fair to build a facility for people who participate in in-line skating or skateboarding. On April 11, 1999 Four Down Skatepark in Plymouth (one of the two local facilities for these sports) will be closing because of lack of funds. This leaves many kids with no place to in-line skate or skateboard. When a city does not provide a facility like this lbr people to use people are forced to the streets to skate. When people are forced to the streets to skate, this creates problems with business owners and the police. We are not out to cause problems, we are just out enjoy our sport. Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I and many other skaters look forward to hearing soon that a skatepark will be opening in Chanhassen. Sincerely, Chris Bassett 110 Shasta Cir. W. (470-5413) Chanhassen 1999 - I want a skatepark mailbox:/C%7C/Progrmn%20Ffl¢~/Na...7210752.12459.qmail(~ hotmail.com&number= 18 Subject: I want a skatepark Date: Sat, 27 Mar 1999 13:07:51 PST From: "michael allen" <billybopper@hotmail.com> To: chpkdir@ ci.chanhassen.mn.us I think chanhassen needs a skatepark if you don't get one we'i1 just skate in your city and you don't want that I know tons of people that want a skatepark we are desperate their are no places to skate Get Your Private, Free Email at http://~s,{.hoYmail.com I of 1 312q~tq 9:24 AM