SUM 2004 04 27CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
APRIL 27, 2004
Chairman Stolar called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Glenn Stolar, Tom Kelly, Jack Spizale, Kevin Dillon, Ann
Murphy, and Steve Scharfenberg
MEMBERS ABSENT: Paula Atkins
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; and Jerry Ruegemer,
Recreation Superintendent
New members, Kevin Dillon, Ann Murphy and Steve Scharfenberg introduced
themselves for the record.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Kelly moved, Spizale seconded to approve the agenda
as amended to include an update under commission member presentations by Chair
Stolar. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
APPOINTMENT OF VICE CHAIR PERSON. Spizale moved, Scharfenberg
seconded to appoint Tom Kelly as Vice Chair for the Park and Recreation
Commission. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of
6to0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: Todd Hoffman reminded the commission about the
Arbor Day events on Saturday, May 1st.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Kelly moved, Stolar seconded to approve the
verbatim and summary Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission dated
March 23, 2004 as presented. Kelly and Spizale voted in favor, and the motion
carried.
REVIEW CONCEPT PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR HEALTH CLUB,
OFFICE, RESTAURANT, AND HOTEL; ADVANCE FITNESS.
Todd Hoffman presented the staff report on this item. Commissioner Dillon asked for
clarification on who would be building on the site. Commissioner Spizale asked how
much park dedication fees would be generated from this site. Commissioner Stolar and
Kelly asked if the applicant was okay with staff' s recommendation of collecting fees.
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Kelly moved, Spizale seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommend that park dedication fees be collected per city ordinance in lieu of
parkland dedication for the proposed Advanced Fitness Planned Unit Development.
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
REPORTS: RECREATION PROGRAMS:
2004 4th OF JULY CELEBRATION.
Jerry Ruegemer updated the commission on plans for the 4th of July celebration.
Commissioner Spizale suggested finding an activity for after the parade, perhaps in the
new city park next to the library. Chair Stolar asked about plans for the farmer's market
on July 3rd. Commissioner Kelly requested that the lights at Lake Ann be kept on for a
longer period after the fireworks are over to allow people time to exit the park.
EASTER EGG CANDY HUNT EVALUATION.
Jerry Ruegemer provided a report on this item. Chair Stolar suggested staff consider
charging a small fee to help defray costs of the event.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
RESULT OF 2004 REOUEST FOR PROPOSALS, 2004 PLAYGROUND
PROJECTS.
Todd Hoffman presented a report on this item. Commissioners asked for clarification on
the bidding process and installation.
PROGRESS REPORT ON HIGHWAY 41 TRAIL CONNECTOR.
Todd Hoffman provided the update on this item.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS.
Commissioner Kelly updated the commission on the Dave Huffman 5K Run which will
take place on September 11th.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS:
Chair Stolar provided a report on the City Council meeting he attended May 26, 2004.
He also brought up the issue of a dog park he had seen while on vacation in South
Carolina. The commission discussed options and sites for a dog park in Chanhassen.
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ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET.
The commission discussed the shortage of ballfields which was brought up by Jack
Jensen from the CAA and the decision not to place portable rest rooms in certain city
parks.
Kelly moved, Spizale seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting was adjourned.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim