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Correspondence Section · · · Admlnlstrat ve Section CANADA GOOSE PROGRAM 2195 DUDLEY AVE. ST. PAUL, MN 5 5 10 8 Monday, August 30, 1999 RECEtvF SEP 1_ 3 1999 CITY OI Mr. Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Coordinator City Of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Drive Chanhassen, MN 553 17 Dear Todd: The 1999 Twin Cities Metropolitan Area Canada goose capture and removal program was completed in late July. The results show a significant decline in the geese trapped in a year of excellent production and the highest number of trapping locations. We trapped at 126 sites compared 121 in 1998, and capturing 1,925 adult geese in contrast to 2,395 last year, and 4,250 gosling compared to 5,183 in 1998 (attached Table 1 & Figure 1). The 19% decrease in the number of birds trapped occurred in spite of a 4% increase in the number of trapping locations (Figure 2). In addition, gosling production was only slightly below that of 1998 and 1997-- 1997 was the highest year in past 18 years (Figure 3). Moreover, the number of new trapping sites which increased in 1999 (23%) of the total sites was even higher in 1999 (25%). The 1999 capture crews trapped 98.6% of all flightless geese they attempted to capture, a 0.1% increase over last year (Figure 4). While the summer was warmer that 1997 and 1998, the number of geese dying during trapping was very low (Table 1). Only one adult goose died during trapping, and no birds were captured with pre- existing injuries so serious that they had to be humanly killed. So with more new sites, more sites overall, great production, and a high trapping rate, the 1999 goose removal declined by 1,403 birds. Why? When I reviewed the number of geese at sites in many of the cities where we have trapped for a number of years, the 1999 goose numbers clearly show a decline in geese present at these locations. After 18 years of removal with more than 59,900 geese (more than all of the resident geese in the Mississippi Flyway when I started my research on geese in 1968) the impact of the program is becoming clear. The Twin Cities goose population is no longer growing in many cities and in some the bird numbers have declining. You may recall that in November 1998 a Judge rejected a lawsuit filed in Federal Court by the Humane Society of Minnesota, the Humane Society of the U.S., and Friends of Animals and Their Environment (FATE). These folks claimed that U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service had ignored technical aspects of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). The plaintiffs appealed and the case was argued in June 1999. A ruling is expected in September. I will notify you if there will any changes in the goose program as a result of the Appeals Court ruling. Our WEB site has been active for a year now and more than 600 visitors have used the site. The site contains information on the Canada goose, goose damage management techniques, research papers, and links to other sites include those of organizations that oppose the current goose management program. The address of the site is www,fw.um.edu; the goose information is located under extension. I hope you find this site helpful and feel free to refer others to the site. We trapped and removed the following number of geese from Chanhassen sites in 1999: Site Date Young Adults Total Lake Minnewashta 6/17/99 25 8 33 Lake Minnewashta 6/17/99 15 6 21 Lotus 6/17/99 1 9 9 2 8 Lotus Lake 6 / 17 / 9 9 6 4 1 0 Pond on Near Mountain 6/21/99 21 7 28 Pond at Hunter Drive 6/23/99 48 19 67 Total 134 2 3 1 87 Because no state has been willing to take adult geese since 1995, the 1,925 adults geese captured in 1999 were processed at a Wisconsin Department of Agriculture inspected plant. This yielded nearly 19,000 pounds of whole frozen goose for the Twin Cities food shelves. All of the young geese trapped were released at Minnesota and Iowa sites. The demand for goslings appears to be declining. Minnesota wildlife managers surveys show that there are only a few spots left within the state where Canada goose populations not healthy. Similarly, Iowa, which has been releasing young geese in the southern part of the state, has indicated that they too have limited areas lacking geese. We expect to relocate young next year but may not be able to find spots for all of them in 2001. In summary, we had an excellent trapping program in 1999, but for the 6xh consecutive year we were subjected to a time consuming legal challenge. I'm looking forward to a similar effort in 2000, hopefully without any additional court actions. If you have questions, please feel free to contact me at 612-624-1223 or 651-644-6206. Sincerely yours, Dr. James A. Cooper Attachments Table 1. Adult and immature Canada geese removed from the Twin Cities of Minnesota, and mortality during trapping and transport, 1982-1999. Year I A Total Mortality I A Total Percent 1982 195 261 456 2 0 2 0.44 1983 0 0 0 0 0 0 0.00 1984 361 492 853 0 0 0 0.00 1985 507 396 903 1 1 2 0.22 1986 636 379 1,015 2 0 2 0.30 1987 740 375 1,115 I 0 1 0.09 1988 1,714 864 2,578 1 1 2 0.08 1989 1,680 1,294 2,974 2 i 3 0.10 1990 1,766 1,054 2,820 I 0 1 0.03 1991 1,685 1,196 2,881 3 1 4 0.14 1992 3,005 1,248 4,253 2 1 3 0.07 1993 2,224 1,083 3,307 2 i 3 0.09 1994 2,834 1,352 4,186. 1 I 2 0.05 1995 4,747 2,189 6,936 6 2 8 0.12 1996 3,982 2,256 6,239 1 1 2 0.03 1997 3,978 1,676 5,642 I 0 1 0.03 1998 5,183 2,395 7,578 2 1 3 0.04 1999 4,250 1,925 6,175 0 1 i 0.02 Totals 39,487 20,475 59,922 28 12 40 0.067a a Percent mortality is less than 1 goose per 1,000 trapped and transported. Of the 40 geese that died, 31 were euthanized due to pre- existing injuries. 8000' 6000' 4000' 2000' Total Geese Removed = 59,922 o 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 Year Figure 1. Canada geese captured and removed from the Metropolitan Twin Cities Area, 1982-99. 59% 16% [] New [] Last Year [] Repeat 25% Figure 2. Number of new, 1998, and pre-1998 Metropolitan Twin Cities Area Canada goose removal locations where removal was conducted in 1 999. Young/Adult Young/Brood Patch Female 82 83 84 85 86 87 88 89 90 91 92 93 94 95 96 97 98 99 Year Figure 3. Number of young Canada geese captured per brood patch female and per adult goose in Metropolitan Twin Cities Area 1982-99. 100 99- 98- 97- 96- 95 [] Percent Trapped Year Figure 4. Percentage of Canada geese present at the time of trapping that were captured in Metropolitan Twin Cities Area, 1982-99. Attachment 2 Published Monday, Star Tribune November 30, 1998 in the Minneapolis Animal rights groups appeal goose roundup ruling ST. PAUL (AP) -- The annual roundup of Canada geese in the Twin Cities area may be in jeopardy. Animal rights groups have asked a federal appeals court to reinstate their lawsuit against the practice. The Minnesota Humane Society, Friends of Animals and Their Environment, and the Humane Society of the United States filed the appeal with the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Paul. The groups say federal Judge James Rosenbaum erred when he dismissed their lawsuit. Rosenbaum has ruled against the groups twice this year, most recently early this month. Roundup opponents have been trying to block a federal permit that allows the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to round up 6, 800 geese each summer. Most of the birds get relocated, but up to 2, 500 are killed, processed and sent to food shelves. State and federal officials say the roundups are needed to control the metro area' s goose population. INVOICE Friday, September 03, 1999 Canada Goose Removal Mr. Todd Hoffman City Of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 1999 Canada Goose Removal Four sites at $700 per site 23 adult geese at $15 per bird Total Services · . processin, cost 3 45 $3,145 Please make check payable to the Canada Goose Project and mail to: The Canada Goose Project 2195 Dudley Ave. St. Paul, MN 55108 Thank you. SEP 13 1999 WHC S West Hennepin Community Services Eisenhower Community Center, 1001 Highway 7, #217, Hopkins, MN 55305 ~.o~: ~~-,]7~ Fall 1999 ~: (612) 988-4020 Services To People With Developmental Disabilities And Their Families Advocacy$ Individual, Family & Group Counseling · Life Skills Information Referral · Social/Recreational Development Your Invited To Attend... Ann.a[ MeetinO: Reaching The Community O~tye~ Tramportation New Comrn~nit2 Connections Help Us Ce/e/~rate Oltr New~ Sltccessfitl Co~lvlll~tit~ Co~t~lectio~ Thursday, October 28, 1999 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Highway 7, Room 215 Hopkins, MN 55305 Meet T~e St~ff . co~w~at~[ate Q~r Annuq[ Awarb Winners Dialogue Wi~ Boarb Please Call Dana At 988-4177 By Oct. 18, 1999 To RSVP Page 2 COUNSELING & EDUCATION WIICS COUNSELING OPTIONS WHCS offers counseling services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. Our services include one-to-one counseling, family counseling, and group counseling. With our on-staff licensed psychologist, we are able to accept Medical Assistance and most health insurance plans. WHCS also uses a generous sliding fee scale. For your convenience, evening appointments are available upon request. At WHCS, you will find a safe, af- firming and confidential place to talk, sort out issues, and explore new solutions to old problems. Contact Lisa Rivers, MA, LP at 988-4177 For More Information, Discuss Available Counseling Options Or To Schedule An Intake Interview. GOODBYE FROM GAYLE I am so grateful that I had the opportunity to work for such a fantastic agency as WHCS! The five years that I have spent with ali of you has greatly enriched my life and ! have become a better person because of my associations with the wonderful staff, clients, and families that are a part of WHCS. There are few people who can say that they really love their job, but I was able to say that about my position as Director of Education and Outreach at WHCS! As ! move on to my new career as a Special Education Teacher in Roseville Public Schools, I will think of ali of you often, and I believe the students I work with will greatly benefit from ali I learned at WHCS! Thank You, Gayle Moltz SPECIAL THANKS "% would like to thank Elim Lutheran Church in ..obbinsdale for allowing us to have our Thursday night Personal Empowerment Group in their classroom. Thank you Elim for your generosity. "LIVING ON MY OWN" CLASS A class series for individuals with developmental disabilities who are living on their own now or are preparing to do so in the near future. Topics Covered: · Budgeting And Financial Management · Household Organization And Cleaning · Cooking And Nutrition · Personal Safety And Basic First Aid · Social/Leisure Options · Self-Advocacy COST: Hopkins/Minnetonka Area Tuesday Nights, Starting Early October 1999 - May 2000 $66.00 (Can Be Paid In Installments) Call Angela At 988-4161 To Schedule An Intake PERSONAL EMlaOWERMENT GROUPS WHCS offers Personal Empowerment Groups for adults with mild developmental disabilities who wish to address their feelings, concerns and promote self- esteem through the use of a step by step model. New for summer quarter; an Empowerment Group for seniors 50 years old and over. This group will focus on issues specific to this age group. Tuesday Night In Hopkins: Existing Group And r,_.~ Seniors Group Thursday Night In Robbinsdale: Robbinsdale Group Co-Sponsored by WHCS & Windows of Opportunity Cost Is $8.00 Per Quarter Participants must arrange their own transportation and be able to wait independently for their ride. Call Angela At 988-4161 For More Information Or To Schedule An Intake Interview. WHCS Receives Funding Through A Purchase Of Services Contract With Hennenin ('m,ntv A d,,it gem;coo I CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS AGES 5 - 12 Have fun on Saturday afternoons. Take safe, supervised field trips to fun spots in the Twin Cities. We Provide: · Staff supervision - 1:1 support is available if needed · Transportation to the events · Safe access to community events · Fun and friendship while exploring the Twin Cities WttERE: Various Locations In The Twin Cities WHEN: Saturdays, October 9, November 13, December 11 TIME: Varies With Activity COST: $20.00 Resident $25.00 Non-Resident Pins Additional Cost Depending On Activity West: · ~YOUTH & TEEN BOW'LING*· WHEN: TIME: COST: Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Avenue South, St. Louis Park Saturdays, Sept. 25 -Nov. 20 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $35.00 Resident $40.00 Non-Resident Plus $3.00 Per Saturday Northwest: WHERE: WHEN: TIME: COST: Doyle's Bowling Alley 5000 West Broadway, Crystal Saturdays, Sept. 25 -Nov. 20 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $25.00 Resident $30.00 Non-Resident Plus $2.50 Per Saturday · ADAPTIVE GYMNASTICS~ Learn basic gymnastic skills while improving strength, balance and self-esteem. WHEN: TIME: COST: Chaska Community Center 1661 Parkridge Dr., Chaska Mondays, Sept. 20 -Nov. 15 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. $40.00 TEEN PROGRAMS AGES 13 - 21 · ~TEEN EXPLORERS*· Celebrate being a teen! Teen Explorers is a social group made just for you and your friends! Each week will bring a new adventure! V~EST WHEN: TIME: COST: Various Locations In Hopkins, Minnetonka, St. Louis Park, Chanhassen & Chaska Wednesdays, Sept. 22 -Nov. 17 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $35.00 Resident $40.00 Non-Resident NORTHWEST WHEN: TIME: COST: Brooklyn Park Community Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park Thursdays, Sept. 23 -Nov. 18 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $35.00 Resident $40.00 Non-Resident ·-*-ADAPT ,I~rE SWIMMING LESSONS*· Northwest: Lessons are held at the Brooklyn Center Community Center. Call 569-3400 for more information. West: Lessons are available through the Hopkins- Mirmetonka Recreation Department. Call Jenny at 939-8374 for more information. P~c 4 ADULT SOCIAL PROGRAMS Interact/on with others is crucial to healthy living for all individuals. We offer a variety of sodal programs to hdp fulfill the need for ~ rdafionships in the lives of the people we serve. The guiddines for each sodal program are noted below. **Please Note: Participants May Only Register For One Social Program Per Quarter.** · CLUB WEST · OR -*WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL-* PARTICIPANT GUIDELINES C/ub West and We3uzday Night Saaiff are social programs for adults age 18 and older. The staff/participant ratio for both programs is 1:10. All Participants Must: · Have the ability to follow 2 step verbal directions. · Have the ability to take care ofpersonal hygiene (will assist wire transgem). · Be able to inform smffofwants and needs. · Have a basic understanding ofpenonal safety issues. TIME: COST: CLUB WEST Various Locations In The St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Chanhassen & Wednesdays, Sept. 22 - Nov. 17 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $25.00 Residents $30.00 Non-Residents P/us A~ Cost ~hg On A m'v~y cd.WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL TIME: COST: Crystal Community Center 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal Wednesdays, Sept_ 22 - Nov. 17 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. $25.00 Residents $30.00 Non Residents · -* ON THE TOWN PARTICIPANT GUIDRI.INES On The Town is a social group for adults age 21 and older that meets in adult community venues such as area nightclubs, restaurants, and sports bars. This group does not have a traditional staffperson. In- stead, there is one facilitator that works with the group. The staff/participant ratio is 1:20. All Participants Must: · Be able to wait in~dently for transportation to and fi'om On The Town events and activities. · Manage their own behavior without instruction bom others. · Have the ability to start and continue conversations with other group members. · Be able to modify behavior to a new or different situation or environment · Be able to problem solve and reason. I.t i om xowm Various Locations In The Northwest And West Suburbs Saturdays, Sept. 25 -Nov. 20 Varies With Activity $20.00 Residents $25.00 Non-Residents H~Addilional~F~Am'vitier, **Please No~** If you ~re a new p~icip~mi in On The Town, Pkase call Barb or Renae at 9884177 for more information ami If You Do Not Meet These Guidelines, Call Barb Or Renae At 988-4177 For Program Options. program co-sponsored by WHCS and a consortium of the northwestern park and recreation departments of Brooldyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Crystal, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, New Hope, Plymouth, and RobNnsdale. program co-sponsored by WHCS and a consortium of the western park and recreation departments of Chanhassen, Hopkins, Minnetonka, and St. Louis Park. RECREATION & MORE AD , ULT ATHLETICS · ~ADULT BOWLING~' Doyle's Bowling Alley 5000 West Broadway, Crystal Saturdays, Sept. 25 - Nov. 20 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. $25.00 Residents $30.00 Non-Residents Plus $2.50 Per Saturday Northwest:. WHERE: WtlEN: TIME: COST: Earle Brown Lanes 6440 James Circle North, Brooklyn Center Sundays, Sept. 26 o Nov. 21 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. $25.00 Residents $30.00 Non-Residents Plus $3.00 Per Sunday WHEN: TIME: COST: Park Tavern, 3401 Louisiana Avenue South, St. Louis Park Saturdays, Sept. 25 - Nov. 20 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $25.00 Residents $30.00 Non-Residents Plus $3.00 Per Saturday West: WHEN: TIME: COST: > ~ Come celebrate the season with us! Join us for ~ appetizers, prizes and the music of a great D.J. · > WHERE: Brookview Community · > Center, 200 Brookview > Parkway, Golden Valley ~ WHEN: Thursday, December 9 ~ TIM~: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. > COST: $5.00 > > You Must Pre-Register For This Event > ~'~ADULT BASKETBALL~ Competitive League: TIM~: COST: Sunny Hollow Elementary 8808 Medicine Lake Road, New Hope Mondays, Pre-Season Dec. 6 & 13, Regular Season Jan. 5 - Mar. 9 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. $25.00 Non-Competitive League: WHERE: Sunny Hollow Elementary 8808 Medicine Lake Road, New Hope WHEN: Thursdays, Pre-Season Dec. 9 & 16 Regular Season Jan. 8- Mar. 12 TIME: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. COST: $25.00 Contact Barb at 9884176 For Basketball Information. DANCES Northwest: Join us for an Octoberfest Dance. Sponsored by WHCS & Windows of Opportunity. WltEN: TIME: COST: Crystal Community Center 4800 Douglas Drive, Crystal Friday, October 15 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. $3.00 At The Door West: Join WHCS, Hammer Residences, and Project Soar for our Friday night dances. WHERE: Minnetonka East Middle School 17000 Lake St. Ext., Minnetonka WHEN: September 17 October 29 November 19 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. COST: $3.00 At The Door [ ,*THE GOLDEN YEARS CLUB~' This adult social group is designed for those over 50. This group meets on 2 Mondays a month. One for a social event and one for dinner and entertainment All Participants Must: · Manage their own behavior without instruction from others. · Have the ability to start and continue conversations with other group members. · Be able to modify behavior to a new or different situation or environment. DINNER: Brookview Community Center 200 Brookview Parkway, Golden Valley Sept. 27 & Oct. 25 SOCIAL EVENT: Eisenhower Community Center 1001 Hwy. 7, Hopkins Oct. 1 l, Nov. 8, Nov. 22, Dec. 6 Dinner- Sept. 27, Oct. 25 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. $25.00 Interested Participants Call Barb At 9884176 Or Renae At 9884178 For More Information And To Schedule An Intake Interview. TIME: COST: REC. & MORE ADAPTIVE OPEN SKATE Come for some cool fun! Join your friends for an after-dinner skate. This program will be supervised. You must provide your own one to one assistance if needed. We will run with a minimum of 3 participants, so be sure to pre-register. TIME: COST: Chaska Community Center 1661 Park Ridge Drive, Chaska Sundays, Nov. 7, 14, & 21 Feb. 6, 13, 20, & 27 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. $10.00 Resident $15.00 Non-Resident Rental Skates Are Available For A Cost Of $1.00 Per Sunday ETC. FINANCIAL/HOUSEHOLD MANAGEMENT This six part class series is designed for adults with developmental disabilities who are living on their own now or are planning to move out within the next 6 - 12 months. Work on improving your skills in the following areas: · Understanding, setting up, and sticking to a monthly budget. · How to be a smart shopper. · How to manage a checking or savings account. · What to look for when searching for an apartment. · How to set up and maintain an apartment, including basic cleaning skills. · Your rights and responsibilities as a tenant. TIME: COST: Robbinsdale Community Center Mondays, Oct. 25, Nov. 1, Nov. 8, Nov. 15, Nov. 22 & Nov. 29 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. $15.00 Call Angela At 9884161 To Register Co-Sponsored By WHCS & Windows Of Opportunity Nomination Request If you or someone you know would be interested in serving on the WHCS Board of Directors, Please fill out this form and mail it to: West Hennepin Community Services 1001 State Highway 7, #217 Hopkins, MN 55305 Salne: Address: Phone: REGISTRATION To reserve a spot in any WHCS recreation program, ADVANCE PAYMENT IS REQUIRED. NO REGISTRATIONS WILL BE COLLECTED AT THE PROGRAMS OR BY PHONE. Please mail check or money order along with registration form below to WHCS. To help ensure a spot in the program(s) of your choice, mail in payment and registration form as soon as possible. Residents of the West & Northwest consortium of cities receive preference in registration. Registration is then open to non-residents of the consortium cities one week prior to the start of programs (unless program is full to its limit). Name: Birth Date: Ad&ess: ' City: ' Home Phone: ' Emergency Contact: Emergency Phone: : Do You receive SLS or [] YES ' Disability: In home waivered services? [] NO - MA or PMI #: Please Include Specific Information (Seizures, Allergies, Special Diet, etc.) Zip Code: Work Phone: Social Woiker: Parent/Guardian: Social Worker's Phone Number: Home Phone: Address: Zip Code: Work Phone: - Yes, I Live With My Parents/Foster Parents. [] Photo Waiver: Picture/Name/Both May Be Used For Publicity Purposes? []Yes []No I, the undersigned, understand participation in this activitiy is completely voluntary and the activity is being offered for the benefit of the participant. WHCS shall not be liable for any claims, injuries, or damages of whatever nature, incurred by the participant due to the negligence of WHCS employees, arising out of, or connected with the activity. On behalf of myself and the participant, I expressly forever release and discharge WHCS, its agents or employees form any such claims, injuries or damages. Legal Guardian Date Check the program(s) you are registering for: Resident/Non-Resident West Teen Explorers ($35.00/$40.00) Northwest Teen Explorers($35.00/$40.00) Teen Bowling - Doyles Teen Bowling - SLP Youth Bowling - Doyles Youth Bowling - SLP Out & About St. Louis Park Bowling Gymnastics Holiday Party (S25.00/$30.00) ($35.00/$40.00) ($25.00/$30.00) ($35.00/$40.00) ($20.00/$25.00) ($25.00/$30.00) ($40.00/$45.00) ($5.00 For dl) Wed. Night Social Club West On The Town Golden Years Earle Brown Bowling Doyles Bowling Basketball (M or TH) Resident/Non-Resident ($25.00/$30.00) ($25.00/$30.00) ($20.00/$25.00) ($25.00 For All) ($25.00/$30.00) ($25.00/$30.00) ($25.00 For All) .Please Indicate M or TH For Basketball __ Open Skate ($10.00 For All) Make Checks Payable To: WHCS Mail Completed Form To: WHCS 1001 Highway 7, #217 Hopkins, MN 55305 [] Yes, I want Ticket To Ride Services and I can travel independently (or I will provide my own escort). If you need assistance completing the registration form or with making payment, please contact Renae at 9884178 or Barb at 9884176. TICKET TO RIDE Page 8 WHCS Staff Mary Perkins - Executive Director Dana Adamson - Office Manager ~ Barb Lemke - Director of Recreation and Inclusion Services - West Renae Luther - Director of Recreation and Inclusion Services - Northwest Sherri Peterson - Director of Education and Finance Angela Hansen - Outreach Worker lisa IL Rivers, MA, LP - Director of Counseling Services Sue Hembroff- Outreach Counselor WHCS Board of Director~ Annis Clark - President George Petros - Vice President Kari Schamber - Treasurer Maxine Skold- Secretary Jan Sanner - Secretary Christala J.B. Culhane Kathy Dohmeier Gary Johnson Mary Ellen Kaul Christopher Lee Marilyn Purnell Viviane Zastrow '~- A~e~e~ie 7dT~;~il7- '-~ dommunity Y-~ ' __~ Minnesota's Interact Disability Directory is _~ now available. To access the site, just go to i,_~ www.direcrability, com. For more information or to get a listing on the DirectAbility web site, send an e-mail to .~ mike~patcom.com or call 827-4110 and ask .~ x, x, x, N x, x, x, \ SPORTS SCRAMBLER Sports Scrambler is a social recreational program offering a chance to get together with friends. If you want to practice athletic skills, socialize, and have fun in a non-competitive atmosphere, Sports Scrambler is the program for you. The program is held Monday evenings beginning in September and running through November. Contact Molly at the YMCA for more information, (612) 544-7708. HELP WHCS THROUGH THE UNITED WAY Here is another way you can help WHCS serve people with developmental disabilities. The United Way of Minneapolis has a program called Specific Care which enables donors to direct all or a portion of their contributions to one or more human service organizations. Contact the United Way at 340-7482 and find out how you can donate to WHCS through their Specific Care program. West Hennepin Community Services 1001 State Highway 7,//217 Hopkln,% MN 55305 (612) 9884177 Non-Profit Org. 101 US Postage Paid Hopldn.% MN Permit No. 653 Address Service Requested Todd Hoffman 690 City Center Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 If you or someone at this address no longer wishes to receive this mailing, please inform us by calling 988-4177. Your call will help us save on the high cost of printing and mailing. THANK YOU! City Center Park/Chanhassen Elementary School Playground Ribbon Cutting Thursday, September 9, 1999 2:30p. m. Opening Welcome and Thank yous Nancy Mancino, Mayor of Chanhassen School Board Message Kelly Von De Bur, Chair, 1SD #112 School Board Dedication of a New Playground Songs of Celebration Helen Merchant, Principal, Chanhassen Elementary School Sung by the Chanhassen Singers, Directed by Brenda Petersmeyer Closing Thank yous Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director Ribbon Cutting All Volunteers, City attd School Officials g:.Xpark~h~"ibbon c uttingschedul¢.doc Today's ribbon Cutting Celebrations are dedicated to the hundreds of community volunteers who made these projects happen. Their unselfish commitment to completing the tasks associated with a referendum campaign ensured its success-. Even though your numbers are too great to name all of you individually, our admiration and respect for'you is beyond words. However, we would like to acknowledge by name the volunteers Who served on the Citizen/Referendum Task Force. These individuals dedicated up to two years to the job of managing the referendum: Alison Blackowiak Mike Lynch Nancy Mancino Anne Graupmann Ken Potts Richard Wing Steve Berquist Jim Manders Frank Scott Jay Kronick Jim Andrews Jane Quilling Thank you to the youth groups, neighborhood associations, Get-Out-the-Vote Committee, phone bank volunteers, appointed commissions, contractors and consultants who contributed so much to the effort. All of you shared in the burden of making these community dreams a reality. We are so very proud of you. Sincerely, The elected and appointed staff and officials of the City of Chanhassen.. Bandimere Community Park Ribbon Cutting Thursday, September 9, 1999 7:00p. m. Opening Welcome attd Thank yous Nancy Mancino, Mayor of Chanhassen Park & Recreation Contmission Message Jan Lash, Chairperson, Park & Recreation Commission Recognition of Volunteers Alison Blackowiak, Chairperson-Volunteer Referendum Task Force 3layor's Special Thanks Presented to Alison Blackowiak, Chairperson- Volunteer Park Task Force Mike Lynch, Co-chairperson Volunteer Referendum Task Force Mike Mullins, Chairperson Community "Get Out to Vote' Campaign Closing Thank yous Todd Hoffinan, Park attd Recreation Director Ribbon Cutting All Volunteers attd City Officials Post Event Celebration Soccer Scrimmage featuring teams from Chan/Chaska attd Tonka United Soccer Clubs attd Celebration Cake, Cookies, Coffee, attd Pop Courtesy of Ingrain Excavating, General Contractor g:XparkXlh\bandimereribboncutting.doc Today's ribbon Cutting Celebrations are dedicated to the hundreds of community volunteers who made these projects happen. Their unselfish commitment to completing the tasks associated with a referendum campaign ensured its success. Even though your numbers are too great to name all of you individually, our admiration and respect for you is beyond words. However, we would like to acknowledge by name the volunteers who served on the Citizen/Referendum Task Force. These individuals dedicated up to two years to the job of managing the referendum: Alison Blackowiak Mike Lynch Nancy Mancino Anne GrauPmann Ken Potts Richard Wing Steve Berquist Jim Manders Frank Scott Jay Kronick Jim Andrews Jane Quilling Thank you to the youth groups, neighborhood associations, Get-Out-the-Vote Co~mnittee, phone bank volunteers, appointed commissions, contractors and consultants who contributed so mUch to the effort. All of you shared in the burden of making these community dreams a reality. We are so very proud of you. Sincerely, The elected and appointed staff and officials of the City of Chanhassen.. ber 1999 tn t~:,s Addition · Coaching Clinics M~ Ice Software · Frcc Mo'~&~mmrds ~ Day ~o Regist~ P~ D~ ~essm~ -A' Level Co.has S~lected - Yo~ Hock~ Ni~X Success Equipment Sale ResulB Concession Smd ~m 1999-2000 Season Underway We have had a busy month laying a foundation for the 1999-2000 season. A recap of accomplishments and plans are outlined below. We have spent extra time on tryouts, coach selection, and sponsorship to provide a template that can be used for future seasons instead of reinventing the wheel each year. During the month of September, we wil[ be finalizing remaining details, getting the right people involved to make it happen, and defining an effective way to measure our results. Accomplishments · Golf Tournament Fundraiser Underway · Defined Sponsorship Plan · Finalized Coach Selection Process · Selected "A" level coaches · Reviewed Tryout process with coaches · Streamlined Registration Process · Completed Equipment Sale · Streamlined financial processes Plans for October Conduct parent meetings Complete tryouts Select remaining coaches Secure sponsorships Finalize Gold Card campaign Complete Ice Draw For a complete recap of our board meeting minutes, visit the CCHA website ~ vo. vw.em..ersonem¢.com/coha. Our goal is to continue to provide an environment where everyone feels paA of the process, informed, and comfortable providing input. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions on how to make the association operate more efficiently and meet your needs, please give me a caIt@ 906-9953. Susie Blake CCHA President Tryout Dates Are Set Tryout dates are listed below. An overview of the process and detailed schedule will be mailed out under separate cover on September 22. Bantams Oct 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19 Pee Wees Oct 16, 17, 26, 28, 30 Squirts Oct 16, I7, 25, 27, 29 Mites Oct 18, 19, 20 Girls Oct 16, 17 Note: Pea Wee & Squirt tryouts are spread over ~o weeks to accommodate football conflicts Oct '/8-20 and MEA weekend. Due to limited ice availability, there will not be any pre-tryout clinics. WIN A TRIP TO THE NHL ALL STAR GAME! Envirecycle proudly presents the Ist Annual CCHA Golf Classic. See enclosed brochure for details. How can you help? - inform your friends and co-workers. It promises to be a great day of golf with NHL and Gopher G:eats, If you cannot make the game, register for dinner that eveninc. interested foursomes and/or sponsors should contact Lou Raicla @ 470-5725 this week. ' Please Return our Sponsor Plaquards tf you still have a team sponsor plaquard on the back of your ~ast year's jersey, please return it to the Concessions stand at the arena. We are planning to reuse them this year. If you have any questions, please ~ '~ call Kcvin I~utson CCHA Cc~.ching Certification Clinics District 6 coaching clinics are listed below. The CCHA covers the cost of the clinic for a head coach and 2 assistant coaches per team. If you would like to register, please contact Laurie Bigaouette @ 448-7907 by 10/1/99. Level: intermediate Associate Where: Orono High School Apple Valley When: October 30, 1999 October 30, 1999 8:00 am - 3:00 pm 8:00 am to 3:00 pm Cos~ $45 535 CCHA & City of Chaska Partner on Max Ice Software Max]ce and MaxScheduIe are powerful and easy-to-use arena productivity software modules designed for arena managers and sports organizations to effectively manage ice resources. It is currently being used in all other District 6 finks. Since we need Maxlce in place to utilize the functionality of MaxSchedule the CCHA is funding 1/2 of the City's cost to purchase Max Ice making it a win/win for both groups. Thank you Chris Goodman and Tom Redman for facilitating the process from the City's perspective. Here am just a few benefits of MaxSchedule : ,. Streamline the scheduling process for the City of Chaska and CCHA. This would provide online search capabilities to allow Chds and Randy to work together to fully utilize the ice, reallocate ice, and advise coaches of open ice. · No double bookings · Downloadable schedule data from Maxlce · Prints team schedules/calendars · Post schedules/calendars on CCHA website · Prints team usage reports (helpful for budgeting). · Can handle unlimited teams and arenas · Keeps track of ice costs FREE MOUTHGUARD We are pleased to inform you that Chaska Orthodontic Specialist have offered to provide custom Proform Mouthguards at no charge for players in the Chaska Community Hockey Association. In order to comply with regulations, the Mouthguards must be colored and all Proform Mouthguards will be yellow in color. The molds will be taken on Saturday October 2nd, 1999 at 1580 White Oak Drive. Our office is located one block west of the intersection of Highway 41 and Engler Blvd on the lower level of the Fairview Jonathan Medical Clinic. We will take impressions between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm and no appointment necessary. However, if you can come at the following scheduled time, it will be helpful for us. Min-iMites Mites Squirts Peewee Bantams Midgets 8:30 10:00 am 8:30 10:00 am 10:00 - 1200 noon 10:00 - 1200 noon 12:00 - 1:00 pm 12:00 - 1:00 pm Your custom Mouthguards will be ready a week later and will be given to the level commissioners for distribution. If an additional Mouthguard is desired or you need a replacement during the season, there will be a charge of $25. If you have an orthodontic appliance, it is better to use a loose fitting Mouthguard which can be formed in warm water. We will provide those mouthguards if needed. The MSHL and MAHA mandate the weadng of mouthguards for those participating in hockey. The American Dental Association has reported that more than 200,000 injuries are prevented each year by mouthguards. Even though mouthguards can greatly reduce sports injures, Dr's Holmberg and Vayda can not be held responsible for any damage to a player's teeth while wearing these mouthguards. For further information please call: 361-5550 Have a great seasonl Go Hav:ks Last Day to Register - September 22 As of September 15:~, we have a total of 324 ;layers registered for the I999-2000 season. Any registration forms postmarked after September 22 will be subject to a $15 late fee. District 6 requires us to have ali player information transmitted and fees paid by 10/2. Your cooperation in helping us meet that deadline is GREATLY appreciated! Past Due Assessments Just a reminder, all past due amounts from previous seasons must be paid in full by 10/i/99 to be eligibfe to participate in tryouts. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this item, please contact Cindy Hromatka @ 474- 3417. "A" Level Coaches Selected Coach selection for the upper level "A" teams and iBantam C is complete. Remaining positions will be announced once the tryout process is complete. Thank you to ail applicants that participated in the in~e~iew process. · Bantam A - John Arko · Bantam C - Layton Zellman · Pee Wee A - Hank 8owen · Squirt A - Chris Erickson Chaska Youth Hockey Night A Success Over 50 members took advantage of discounted tickets for the preseason clash between the New York Rangers and Phoenix Coyotes September 13'~; at the Target Center. Per Shawn Reid at the Minnesota Wild, Chaska had the second :largest group attending the event. Thanks to all who participated[ Markyour calendars; plans are underway for a simi/ar event next season. Equipment Sale Results 22 association members took advantage of the equipment sale held August 14~. Total sales were $226. Ninety percent of the proceeds went directly to each seller. The remaining 10% will be used to offset association equipment purchases for this season. We ptan to continue the program next season. The 2~ Annual ~-quipment Sale wi[t be held in conjunction with registration again in August 2000. If you have any questions or suggestions on how we can improve the process, please contact Kevin Knutson, Equipment Manager ~ 448-4453. Concession Stand Open for Business Hours: Mort- Fri 5:30- 9:00 pm Sat&Sun 6:30 -9:00pm Note: September hours may vary slightly depending on usage of ice. New Menu Items = We have purchased a new fryer. Beginning 10/1 check out our new fried menu including French fries, moT_zarella sticks, chicken strips, and onion rings. - ChiIi Dogs, Frozen Lemonade, Micro pop Ice cream Schedule: SpeciaI thanks to Linda Ladner who has volunteered to handle the schedule again this season. If you signed up for option B or C and have not yet scheduled your hours, pIease contact Linda @ 368-3262. Watch future newsletters for monthly updates on results. Detailed information for all option B & C participants will be mailed under separate cover the week of 9/20. Thanks again for your support! If you have any questions or Concerns, please contact Linda or myself Susie Blake Believing is Seeing... By: Jim Leone, Past-President, CCHA SeveraI years ago we started a journey to become the prevailing model of youth hockey excellence in the state. I say it's a journey and not a destination because it's an endeavor that may never be fully achieved. Many people didn~ buy into this vision. W~nile some said to go for it, many said it couldn't be done and many others gave their opinion by virtue of their silence. I'd hear, 'This is Chaska. Be realistic." And, "When I see it, then I'1I believe it". Thankfully, there were those of you who had a bit of faith and agreed that this was a case that needed first to be believed, then seen. These last several years have been times of great joy and accomplishment- We have established ourselves as 'up and comers' in District and Section 6, developed and executed a creative fund raising and financing plan for our new facility, and built and opened a new arena. In addition, we have established gids hockey, selected long-term high school hockey coaches with great knowledge and intervention on the youth level, made leaping stddes in perfecting our own internal processes, and created true community involvement which is the envy of several other groups and associations. This past year in particular we had several teams that were very successful in competing in our District, and who can forget the upset come-from-behind victory that our high school had against the number-one seed Wayzata. While many needed to see it first, some believed first, knowing that it could be achieved. 1 have truly enjoyed being a part of serving this association for these last several years. I am proud to say that I believe that in a small way I helped make a difference. I am equally thrilled to turn the reigns over to a very capable manager in Susie Blake. I have always believed that our board members were the best in the business and I am confident that Susie will carry on the torch and will be without question, the right leader for the fight times. While my duties to my career and to my family will now take on a different focus, ! must admit that I will miss (some would say in a 'sick' sense) the activity of running a hockey association. You might ask how I would miss the weeks I spent more time on hockey than at work (which were many), the constant flood of phone calls, the always-difficult parental complaints, and the countless hours at meetings. How could I possible miss the days it seemed I was living in the arena, the frustration and management difficulties of leading a volunteer organization, the many hours spent recruiting and selling the Chaska 'Concept", and the loss of time with loved ones. As strange as it seems, and while it is hard to rationalize, the undeniable truth is, though, that ! will I will miss the activity, the exdtement, my fellow board members-all who had a deep devotion to our vision, our association members, and most important, the constant hope that the time devoted would be the means to a better experience for ali concerned. This is a sport that I love and no better a tool for developing and honing life- charactefistics, not only for our youth, but also for us as adults as well. Thank you for allowing me to serve and to acknowledge in my own mind that sometimes you don't need to see it to believe it. That with a strong vision and passion faith can go a long way even in a hockey assodation. Chaska Community Hockey Association P.O. Box 184 Chaska, Minnesota 55318 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID MAILED FROM ZIPCODE 55317 PERMIT NO. 21 Todd Hoffman City of Chanhassen 690 Coulter Ddve Chanhassen, MN 55317 SEP ~ 0 i999 Your CCHA Board 1998/1 ~ .......... Susie Blake .............. 906-9953 Envirecycle The Chanhassen Bank ¥.P. &Business ............................ Deb Eklo .................. 443-3898 ¥.P. of Coramuaications .............. Karl Shallenburger...448-5808 V.P. of Competition ..................... Bill Kreuser .............. 448-7278 Secretary. .................................... Deb Shafranski .........448-7376 Txeasurer ...................................... Cindy Hromatka ....... 474-3417 lee Coordinator .......................... Randy Maluchnik.....368-4460 District Representative ................. .Mike BuIler .............. 448-79-,7 Tournament Director ...................Tom WortMey .......... 448-5447 Equipmera Manager .................... .Kevin Knutson ......... 448-4453 Bantam Comraissioner ................. .Ed Gardeski .............. 448-3080 Peewee Commissioner ................. Peter Bigaouene ....... 448-7907 Squirt Commissioner .................. .Mark Giordano ......... 949-8607 Mite Commissioner .....................Tom Nygaard ........... 368-3545 Mini-Mite Commisioner ............ Craig Lervick ...........368-2825 Girls CommL~sioner ................. Rick Ness ................. 448-7798 Concession Coordinator .............. Susie Blake .............. 906-9953 Regislrmion ................................... Lamqe Bigaouetle.....449-7907 Dairy Queen - Chaska Gold Medal Sports CP - Softsoap, Chaska Twin City Corporate Construction Cooper's Count~' Market Chaska Lion's Lakeview Clinic Lions Tap Rainbow Foods Jonaco ;Machine Inc. Emerson Motion Control Durst & Gans Construction ,MAXIMUM Graphics St Francis Regional Medical Center Victoria Lion's Fluoroware Byerly's Chardaassen Would you like to sponsor a team for the 1999/2000 season? Call Karl Shallenburger 448-5808for more information. Inforraation Coordinator ..............Jan Glover ................ 368-3208 Ne~Ict~ ................................ Bryan McGovern ..... 474-8516 CCHA Video Tapes Finn ~dzraen~s Of Power Skmlng 21:11 Adm~ Po~ S~ ~:30 Go~k~g 1 17:~ Go~k~ing 2 19:46 ~g 19:I9 ~ck ~ ~:16 ~g ~d R~ ~:33 ~g ~ Se~ng 24:~ ~~s S~II f~ ~f~m~ 24:40 ~ping ~:~ T~h~g Tec~iq~ 20:00 ~ng A ~c~ 29:59 ~ck Com~I ~g ~ng ~:~ Off~w A~k ~o~ 20:~ B~ 20:~ Printed MA~U M CHASKA COMMUNITY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION MISSION STATEMENT The Chas 'ka 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 &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. CCHA on the Web www. emersonmotioncontrol.com\ccha For more information call CHANHASSEN PARKS690 CITyANDcENTERRECREATIONDRIVE DEPARTMENT RECEIVED CHANHASSEN, MN 55317 PHONE - 937-1900 PICNIC EVALUATION 2 3 1999 CITY OF CHANHASS£N In order to better serve participants using our picnic facilities, we ask that you take a few minutes to answer the folloxving questions and give us some suggestions. Thank you! Group Name:(optional) ~'c~'/~O ~~~,~Picnic Facility: Excellent Good Average (Please Circle) Overall impression of facility I ~c¢.v~ (~ Did facility meet your expectations /~fi.~ Were there enough tables/grills, etc. 1 2 Procedure for reserving picnic O 2 .,...Picnic Reservation Fee I 2 Was facility clean 1 2 Comments: Fair Poor 3 4 5 3 4 5 3 4 5 & ~t~e 4 5 Whatdidyoulikemostaboutyourpicnicfacility? lOIF, q~,,! (oc~qq'O..~ 2 ~'ndo,.,-r- I,o~"'k'r*-x>,,'-S fo~.,e,~_, What amenities XX,ould you like added? I/ '~ i / ....~\\rhat improvelnents could be made to better the facility? ~/~i K'~vf -F_./ -- 5 (over) Do you have any suggestions or ideas to better the picnic reservation process? Additional Comments: Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your input and comments are very important to us. Have a great day! CHANHASSEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 690 CITY CENTER DRIVE CHANHASSEN, MN 55317 PHONE - 937-1900 PICNIC EVALUATION RF. CEIVE. D AU& 2 3 7999 Ct'fY OF CHANHASSEN In order to better serve participants using our picnic facilities, we ask that you take a few minutes to answer the following questions and give us some suggestions. Thank you! Group Name:(optional) ~-F.,4 x//L ,,4 /--~ Picnic Facility:. /¢O,'~.~X~L Excellent Good Average Fair Poor Overall impression of facility Did facility meet your expectations Were fl~ere enough tables/grills, etc. Procedure for reserving picnic Picnic Reservation Fee ,Fas facility clean 1 (Please Circle) 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 4 3 ,,~4/.. 5 5 5 5 5 5 ~qmt did you like most about your picnic facility? ~,Vhat amenities would you like added? What improvements could be made to better the facility? L, ~,~:;:.e,, , ' &A~-.:~-, /~.,~:'.q 5,%. x:.:._:,~ ,~_ "' . ...... ' ' ,~ ~ ' O' ~: '' 1.~~ ~/ .... , ~.~ ~:/- l~ ~ ' / '~ d:- (over) Do you have any suggestions or ideas to better the picnic reservation process? Additional Comments: Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your input and comments are very important to us. Have a great day! CHANHASSEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 690 CITY CENTER DRIVE CHANHASSEN, MN 55317 PHONE - 937-1900 PICNIC EVALUATION In order to better serve participants using our picnic facilities, we ask that you take a few minutes to answer the following questions and give us some suggestions. Thank you! Group Name:(optional) -~>(-&q)~ '~" k(-.i~c~t(O,~:* Picnic Facility: Overall impression of facility Did facility meet your expectations Were there enough tables/grills, etc. Procedure for reserving picnic Picnic Reservation Fee facility clean Comments: Excellent Good Average Fair Poor (Please Circle) El 2 3 4 5 d 2 3 4 5 ('i-" 2 3 4 5 CE,' 2 3 4 5 ~.i. 2 3 4 5 /I 2 3 4 5 Wha! did you like most about your picnic facility? What amenities would you like added? improvements could be made to better the facility? (over) AUG 8 0 1999 y ur ' ,,SSEN Do you have any suggestions or ideas to better the picnic reservation process? Additional Comments: Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your input and comments are very important to us. Have a great day! CHANHASSEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 690 CITY CENTER DRIVE CHANHASSEN, MN 55317 PHONE - 937-1900 PICNIC EVALUATION SEp 1 5 1999 CITy OF Cl~a,,,. "~r't,~SS£N In order to better serve participants using our picnic facilities, we ask that you take a few minutes to answer the following questions and give us some suggestions. Thank you! Group Name:(optional) 'gL.~ re?', ~ ~'_i e c-4-c: ~ Picnic Facility: ~ IL e t~ ~ ,,,,3 Excellent Good Average Fair Poor (Please Circle) Ov~all impression of facility (5) 2 3 4 5 Did facility meet your expectations 2 3 4 5 Were there enough tables/grills, etc. ~) 2 3 4 5 Procedure for reserving picnic 1 (~) 3 4 5 Picnic Reservation Fee 1 (.~ 3 4 5 · Fas facility clean 1 ~ 3 4 5 Wire! did you like most about your picnic facility? '-'~0_ XArhat amenities would you like added? What improvements could be made to better the facility? (over) Do you have any suggestions or ideas to better the picnic reservation process? Additional Comments: '~ ex~.~_ \lOt~ Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your input and comments are very important to us. Have a great day! CHANHASSEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT 690 CITY CENTER DRIVE CHANHASSEN, MN 55317 PHONE - 937-1900 PICNIC EVALUATION RECEIVFD SEP 13 1999 CITY OF L;HANHASSEN In order to better serve participants using our picnic facilities, we ask that you take a few minutes to answer the following questions and give us some suggestions. Thank you! Group Name:(optional) ,~ o ct- ~,,-, ~-'~'r- I<, 1,2.. %. Picnic Facility: Excellent Overall impression of facility Did facility meet your expectations Were there enough tables/grills, etc. reserving picnic Procedure for Picnic ReserYation Fee · as facility clean Comments: -'"'~//~ ~t ~4 k2. Good Average Fair Poor (Please Circle) ~ 3 4 5 ~ 3 4 5 ~2~ 3 4 5 2 3 4 5 2 3 4 5  3 4 5 What did you like most about your picnic facility? ¥,qmt amenities xvould you like added? YJhat improvements could be made to better the facility? (over) Do you have any suggestions or ideas to better the picnic reservation process? Additional Comments: Thank you for taking the time to complete this evaluation. Your input and comments are very important to us. Have a great day! Press Release Release Date: Immediately CITY COUNCIL SEEKS ADULT APPLICANTS FOR YOUTH COMMISSION The Chanhassen City Council is seeking applicants for an adult representative to the School District 112 Youth Commission. The mission of the youth commission is to provide youth an environment in which they can make good decisions and become valued and active participants of the community. The Cities of Carver, Chanhassen, Chaska, Victoria, Carver County and the School District are represented on the Commission. If you are interested in serving as the adult representative for Chanhassen, please contact Jerry Ruegemer for an application at 937-1900 ext. 126. The application deadline has been extended to October 22, 1999. G:~park\jerry' YouthCommAdvertisemem99