02-26-20-prc-sumCHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
SUMMARY MINUTES
FEBRUARY 26, 2020
Chairman Boettcher called the meeting to order at 7:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Jim Boettcher, Meredith Petouvis, Joe Scanlon, Karl Tsuchiya, Matt
Kutz, and Youth Commissioner Zoe Erpelding
MEMBERS ABSENT: Sandy Sweetser, and Haley Pemrick Schubert
STAFF PRESENT: Todd Hoffman, Park and Rec Director; Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation
Superintendent; and Priya Tandon, Recreation Supervisor
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Tsuchiya moved, Kutz seconded to approve the agenda with
the following additions under New Business:
2. Carver County Mountain Bike Trails
3. Discussion of Extending the Number of Days for Feb Fest
All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: Priya Tandon invited the commissioners to attend the
Luminary Walk being held on Thursday, February 27th at the Chanhassen Nature Preserve.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS. None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Tsuchiya moved, Petouvis seconded to approve the verbatim
and summary minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated January 29,
2020 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6
to 0.
2020-2022 4th OF JULY FIREWORKS CONTRACT. Jerry Ruegemer presented the staff
report on this item. Commissioner Tsuchiya asked why there was only one bid. Commissioner
Kutz asked about the dollar amount.
Kutz moved, Petouvis seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission recommends
that the City Council approve a three year 4th of July Fireworks contract (2020-20220) with
Pyrotechnic Display, Inc. in the amount of $23,000 per year. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0.
Park and Recreation Commission Summary – February 26, 2020
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CARVER COUNTY MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS. Todd Hoffman discussed mountain bike
trails that are being designed to go into the MnDOT right-of-way between Highway 212 and
Pioneer Trail and associated agreements between the City of Chaska, the City of Chanhassen and
Chaska Trails Group.
EXTENDING HOURS OR DAYS FOR FEBRUARY FESTIVAL. Chairman Boettcher
discussed ideas for possible activities to expand the length of time for February Festival.
OLD BUSINESS. Todd Hoffman informed the commission that the results of the community
survey had been received and the questions regarding the $250,000 in annual maintenance and
the $9 million dollars for park improvements were received positively.
REPORTS: 2020 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL EVALUATION. Priya Tandon presented the
evaluation of the 2020 February Festival. Chairman Boettcher provided his observations from
the event and suggestions for next year. Commissioner Kutz suggested giving rides on vintage
snowmobiles.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS. None.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS. None.
ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET. None.
Tsuchiya moved, Petouvis seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the
motion carried unanimously with a vote of 6 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission
meeting was adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Submitted by Todd Hoffman
Park and Rec Director
Prepared by Nann Opheim