PRC SUM 2019 06 25
CHANHHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
JUNE 25, 2019
Chairman Boettcher called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Boettcher, Meredith Petouvis, Joe Scanlon, Karl Tsuchiya, Matt
Kutz, Sandy Sweetser, and Haley Pemrick
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; Adam Beers, Park Superintendent; Jodi Sarles, Recreation Center Manager;
Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator, and Audrey Swantz, Recreation Supervisor
PUBLIC PRESENT:
Steve Scharfenberg 1470 Lake Susan Hills Drive
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Kutz moved, Pemrick seconded to approve the agenda as
published. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: Steve Scharfenberg, 1470 Lake Susan Hills Drive, speaking on
behalf of the Chanhassen Red Birds, invited commission members to attend the Red Birds City
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of Chanhassen Night on June 27 and explained that on Wednesday, July 17 Fox News 9 will
be at the Chanhassen Red Birds versus Minnetonka Millers game to highlight their Town Ball
series.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Sweetser moved, Kutz seconded to approve the verbatim and
summary Minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated May 29, 2019
with an amendment to the motion regarding the Gratitude Tree. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0.
INITIATE DISCUSSION 2020-2024 PARK AND TRAIL CIP. Chairman Boettcher
explained how park dedication funds are collected. Commissioner Kutz asked about a long term
funding source once Chanhassen is fully developed. Todd Hoffman discussed the $400,000 in
park dedication fees from development of the Holasek site.
PARK MAINTENANCE QUARTERLY UPDATE. Adam Beers presented the update on
park maintenance projects. Commissioner Kutz asked about the process for purchasing
equipment. Commissioner Sweetser asked about the raw sewage spill in Lake Minnewashta.
Park and Recreation Center Summary – June 25, 2019
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2019 4 OF JULY CELEBRATION PREVIEW. Audrey Swantz provided highlights of
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activities scheduled for the 3 day 4 of July celebration.
RECREATION CENTER QUARTERLY UPDATE. Jodi Sarles provided updates on
activities and programs at the Rec Center.
SENIOR CENTER QUARTERLY UPDATE. Mary Blazanin provided the update on
activities and programs being offered through the Senior Center. Commissioner Kutz asked
about transportation options.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS. None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS. None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET. Chair Boettcher asked staff to comment on the Lake Ann
Park consultant services proposal. Jerry Ruegemer invited commissioners to attend the Family
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Fishing Day on Saturday, June 29 at the Lake Ann fishing pier. Commissioner Kutz asked
about the issue of wake surf boats on Lotus Lake.
Tsuchiya moved, Petouvis seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission
meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim
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