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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR JANUARY 11, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairman Murphy at 7:30 P.M. Members Present: Murphy, Johnson, Richardson, Schlawin, Smithson. Members Absent: None. Also Present: Director Bell, John Dobbs of Heritage Development. 2. Motion by Schlawin, second by Murphy to approve the agenda with the following changes: a. Add discussion on goals and objectives. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Schlawin, second by Richardson to approve the minutes of December 14, 1994 as prepared. APIF. Motion Carried. 4. John Dobbs discussed the theme the developer was trying to create in the Nelson Hills PUD. He also requested the commission consider naming the park in the PUD Daisy Park. The commission instructed Director Bell to place an article in the newspaper requesting ideas for naming this park. A farm theme was asked to be considered when submitting ideas and the deadline for these ideas is to be February 1, 1995. 5. The members discussed the preserve and trails grant. Director Bell indicated that all paperwork is completed and reimbursement checks should be arriving soon. Various new grant applications were discussed. 6. Director Bell informed the commission of the status of the highway 50 reconstruction. The bridge will be wider and longer with a clearance of 7 -8 feet for the river walkway. 7. The Rosebriar Complex was discussed. Trails and sidewalks on the project were discussed. Director Bell will work will the developer and staff to come up with a recommendation as to how they will fit into the trail system plan. 8. Park dedication fees at East Farmington were discussed. Motion by Murphy, second by Richardson to allow park dedication fees at East Farmington Phase 1 to be assessed to the lots. Voting For: Murphy, Johnson, Richardson. Against: Smithson, Schlawin. Motion Carried. 9. Director Bell presented the 1995/1996 goals and objectives. 10. The commission members wished outgoing member Murphy well. 11. Motion by Murphy, second by Smithson to adjourn at 9:22 P.M. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR FEBRUARY 8, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order at 7:30 P.M. by Vice Chair Johnson. Members Present: Richardson, Johnson, Gerten, Smithson, Schlawin. Members Absent: None. Also Present: Programmer Pellicci. 2. MOTION by Smithson, second by Johnson to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. MOTION by Richardson, second by Smithson to approve the minutes of January 11, 1995 as prepared. VOTING FOR: Richardson, Johnson, Smithson, Schlawin. ABSTAIN: Gerten. MOTION CARRIED. 4. Newly appointed Member Paul Gerten was welcomed. 5. Election of Officers MOTION by SChlawin, second by Richardson to nominate Member Johnson as Chairperson. VOTING FOR: Smithson, Gerten, Richardson, Schlawin. ABSTAIN: Johnson. MOTION CARRIED. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Gerten to nominate Member Smithson as Vice Chairperson. VOTING FOR: Schlawin, Gerten, Richardson, Johnson. ABSTAIN: Smithson. MOTION CARRIED. 6. The next item up for discussion was selecting a name for the park in the Nelsen Hills Farm Addition. The following names were selected as the final choices: a. Fair Meadows Park b. Nelsen Hills Park c. Daisy Knolls Park It was the consensus of the members that a final decision would be made at the regular March meeting. MOTION by Richardson, second by Gerten to approve the above names as the final choices for Nelsen Hills Farm Addition Park. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 7. The Commission members set a meeting date of April 12, 1995 at 6:00 P.M~ to tour the City parks. After the tour, the regularly scheduled meeting would take place. 8. It was the consensus of the members that a reception for City Parks and Recreation staff be held from 7:00 to 7:30 P.M. prior to the regularly scheduled March meeting. The staff members were invited to stay for the meeting after the reception. 9. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Johnson to adjourn at 8:50 P.M.. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. Submitted by, ~eR~ro Recreation Programmer Approved MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MARCH 8, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by Chair Johnson at 7:30 P.M.. Members Present: Johnson, Gerten, Richardson, Schlawin, Smithson. Members Absent: None. Also Present: Programmer Pellicci, Facilities Maintenance Supervisor Bjerke, Parkkeeper VanBlarcom. (Director Bell arrived later in the meeting.) 2. MOTION by Richardson, second by Gerten to approve the agenda with the following additions: a. Pool Restoration Update, b. Request by Darrell Moench, c. Discuss Ordinance prohibiting Motorized Vehicles on Lakes/Ponds. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 3. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Gerten to approve the minutes of February 8, 1995 as prepared. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 4. The Parks and Recreation Staff was welcomed by the Commission Members. 5. The Members next discussed the naming of the park in Nelsen Hills Farm plat. MOTION by Gerten, second by Johnson to name the park "Daisy Knolls Park". VOTING FOR: Richardson, Johnson, Gerten. VOTING AGAINST: Schlawin, Smithson. MOTION CARRIED. Staff was instructed to send a thank you note to Jill Ronning for submitting the selected park name. 6. The restoration of the municipal swimming pool was discussed. No action was taken at this time. 7. The members discussed a proposed ordinance which would prohibit motor powered vehicles on Lake Julia. MOTION by Schlawin, second by Johnson to forward a recommendation to the City Council to approve such an ordinance. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 8. Darrell Moench has requested permission to have kiddie rides at Rambling River Park. The Commission members discussed Mr. Moench's request and it was the consensus that he be invited to a PARAC meeting to review the request. It was also the consensus that this meeting take place after the Commission has toured the City parks. 9. MOTION by Smithson, second by Gerten to adjourn at 8:30 P.M.. APIF, MOTION CARRIED. 10. The PARAC would like to invite the HPC to the the next regular meeting. Director Bell was requested to contact the HPC and forward the invitation. Submitted by, ~ PW-i~ Joy pellicci Recreation Programmer MINUTES PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR April 12, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairman Johnson at 7:33 P.M. Members Present: Johnson, Smithson and Gerten. Members Absent: Richardson and Schlawin. Also Present: Director Bell and Programmer Pellicci. 2. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to approve the agenda with the following changes: a. Add discussion on Dakota County P ARAC meeting. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Johnson, second by Gerten to approve the minutes of March 8,1995 as prepared. APIF. Motion Carried. 4. Director Bell presented the Highway 50 plans through Rambling River Park and informed them of the tentative start date of mid August. No action taken. S. Discussed the Prairie Creek 3rd Addition. No action was taken as all action was taken at the time of the initial PUD. Concern was expressed about the saving ofas many trees as possible. 6. Darre! Moench's request to place motorized rides in the Rambling River Park was discussed. Concerns were expressed about insurance requirements, vandalism responsibilities, space limitations and the need for paving ( ground wear and erosion ). Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to deny Mr. Moench's request to place motorized rides at Rambling River Park. APIF. Motion carried. 7. Discussed the Dakota County P ARAC meeting at Lebanon Hills Park. Member Johnson presented a brief report on topics discussed. They were as follows: a. Need for areas for A TV vehicles in the county. b. Mountain bike courses are needed in the county and who should provide. e. General discussion of park referendums that have passed in the county. This led to a discussion on what the we should be doing to prepare for future park plans and the need for a referendum in Farmington. 8. The commission would like to review East Farmington and the Prairie Waterway at the next meeting. 9. Motion by Smithson, second by Johnson to adjourn at 8:39 p.m. APIF, Motion carried. 10. The commission would like to tour the parks prior to the next meeting at 6:00 p.m. Submitted by, ~--- ~~... James Bell, Director Approved ..,~""".....':'f_...,;,........:.~.:"';:;..r.'H';<"l,.~-.~r, . . J . .,.' ',' '( Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular May 10, 1995 The commission toured the parks at 6:00 p.m. prior to the meeting. 1. The meeting'was called to order by chairperson Johnson at 7:30 p.m. Members Present: Johnson, Gerten, Richardson and Smithson. Members Absent: Schlawin. 2. Motion by Gerten, second by Smithson, to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Richardson, second by Gerten, to approve the minutes of April 12, 1995 as prepared. APIF, Motion Carried. 4. The commission discussed Darrell Moench's request to place a concession stand at Rambling River Park. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to allow Mr. Moench's request to place a concession stand at Rambling River Park on a one year trial period. APIF, Motion Carried. Mr. Moench was told to get the appropriate permits from the City. 5. The Deer Meadow Plat was discussed. Hill Dee residents Rosalie Besse, Diane Kies and their daughters were at the meeting to discuss the plat and it's residents use of the Hill Dee Park. They indicated that they would like to have a park in the Deer Meadow Plat or improve the Hill Dee Park in order to accommodate the added users from Deer Meadows. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to advise the council to accept cash in lieu of land in the Deer Meadows Plat and that 1/2 of the cash be used to upgrade Hill Dee Park. A general discussion followed regarding the merits of the motion. The members felt that the present park at Hill Dee falls within the established 1/2 mile radius for neighborhood parks. It was also felt that the wetland area would allow the plat to have some open Space. APIF, Motion Carried. 6. The commission reviewed the East Farmington Plat and Prairie Waterway. 7. Future needs in the park system and how to finance them was the next topic of discussion. Members will each make up a list of their ideas and we will work on a overall park plan at the next meeting. Finances will also be discussed. Director Bell is to bring the status of the Parks Improvement Fund and Liquor Store revenues. . '. .. .. . ., .. ~.:'''' a ....' .1.'. .. ~, .. -- " . .. .', .'... .' " , .. .' , ..'. "",.'a....,.....',',....i,~ ....:............ '.',..' ........ ,'.. :', .;.. ;, .....'. '.,._..'. ....:. 8. Motion by Gerten, second by Johnson to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, ,Jo. ___ -' c:6 ~ James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular June 14, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairper~on Johnson at 7:33 p.m. Members Present: Johnson, Gerten, Richardson, Schlawin and Smithson. Members Absent: None Also Present: Director Bell, Programmer PeIlicci 2. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten, to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Smithson, second by Richardson, to approve the minutes of May 10, 1995 as prepared. APIF, Motion Carried. 4. The commission discussed the Prairie Creek Park Trails at length with the residents of the area. Concerns were that people would ride both in front and back of their homes. Other concerns were the devaluation of homes, liter and safety. Residents attending were as follows: Jim & Lydia Frazier, Chad & Shannon Kranz, Pete & Michelle Otterson, Marty & Lani Schlundt, Merv King, Carla Cambronne, John Hemann, Doug & Marci Shuey, Chris & Kim Bache, Scott & Sheila Neurauter, Monica Engel, Al Wefel and South River Homes (TaIla Angle & Ken Antonczak). Motion by Schlawin, second by Johnson to meet at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, June 28, 1995 to discuss the trail with a committee of these residents. The commission will go to the site at 6:30 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. 5. The Deer Meadow Plat was discussed. It was felt that the commission's recommendation of the previous meeting needs to be reconsidered because of a lack of a access to Hill Dee Park by the plats residents. The commission directed Director Bell to ask for lots or access off the cuI de sac. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to Rescind the recommendation to use 1/2 of the dedication money for Hill Dee Park. APIF, Motion Carried. The commission feels that this money will have to be spent in the plat itself. 6. Various park nceds werc discussed. Member Smithson suggested that we look at who uses the pool. Lessons and season pass registration will be studied. The commission will look at what nceds to be done and how to pay for it. 7. The commission instructed Director Bell to send the council a letter requesting that the trail in Nelson Hills Farm be acquired and constructed before any homes are built. This would stop any of the misunderstandings that are happening in Prairie Creek 8. Motion by Gerten, second by Schalwin to adjourn at 9:40 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Special June 28,1995 1. The meeting was convened at Lake Julia by chairperson Johnson at 6:45 p.m. Members present: Johnson, Gerten, Richardson and Smithson. Members absent: Schlawin Also present: Director Bell 2. The purposc of thc mccting was to discuss thc proposed trail around Lake Julia with the residents bordering the lake. The commission members discussed at length the possibilities that we have regarding the trail location. No decisions were made and it was the consensus of the commission to discuss the issue at the next regular meeting. 3. Chairperson Johnson adjourned the meeting at 8:45 p.m. by consensus. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular July 12, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairperson Johnson at 7:31 p.m. Members Present: Jolmson, Gerten, Richardson, Schlawin and Smithson. Members Absent: None Also Present: Director Bell, Programmer Pellicci 2. Motion by Richardson, second by Schlawin, to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Johnson, second by Smithson, to approve the minutes of June 14, 1995 as prepared. AI)IF, Motion CUlTied. Motion by Gerten, second by Smithson, to approve the minutes of June 28, 1995 as prepared. Voting for: Johnson, Gerten, Richardson, Smithson. Abstain: Schlawin. 4. The commission discussed the Prairie Creek Park Trails around Lake Julia. Motion by Smithson, second by Gerten to add 3 additional feet to the width of the trail along Embers Ave. and place an 8 foot wide trail on the north side of 187th St. from the Embers Ave. trail to the back property line of the adjacent lot. This trail (8 foot blacktop) will continue around the lake to Egret Way. A loop will be provided at the west end near the Egret Court lots. No trails will be placed in back of the present lots. APIF, Motion Carried. 5. The Commission discussed the 1996 C.I.P. A lengthy discussion followed as to where and when the ballfield complex will be needed. The Commission felt that we must look ahead and plan for more than 5 years when considering sites. Funding was discussed for this project and various C.I.P. items. Director Bell informed the Commission of the plans for pool restoration and that the Finance Committee approved $15,000 this year and money is budgeted in 1996. 6. Motion by Schlawin, second by Johnson to adjourn at 9:10 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular August 9, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by acting chairperson Smithson at 7:32 p.m. Members Present: Gerten, Richardson, and Smithson. Members Absent: Johnson, Schlawin Also Present: Director Bell, Programmer Pcllicci 2. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson, to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Richardson, second by Gertell, to approve the minutes of July 12, 1995 as prepared. APIF, Motion C~lrricd. 4. The commission discussed the Prairie Creek Park Trails around Lake Julia. Director Bell reported on the negotiations with the property owners and the council approval of the plan. 5. The Commission discussed the 1996 C.I.P. Nelson Hills Farm Plat park was discussed and what the commission would like to see added to the plans. The status of the construction of the kiosk and warming house was also discussed. 6. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson to adjourn at 8:02 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parl<:s and Recreation Commission Regular September 15,1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairperson Johnson at 7:34 p.m. Members Present: Gerten, Johnson, Richardson and Schlawin. Also Present: Director Bell. 2. Motion by Richardson, second by Gerten , to approve thc agenda with the following additions: 1. Mighty Ducks legislation. 2. Report on the warming house and kiosk. 3. Nelson Hills Farm addition. APIF, Motion Ca....ied. 3. No minutes were available from the August 9, 1995 meeting. Thcy will be approved at the next meeting. 4. Director Bell reported on the status of the pool repairs. The report from the consultant will be forwarded to the commission when it arrives. Motion by Johnson, second by Sehlawin, that the community needs an outdoor pool regardless of the outcome of the school referendum. 5. The commission reviewed the fall programs. 6. Director Bell reviewed the 1994 audit with the members and they will contact him if any questions arise. 7. The Mighty Ducks legislation was discussed. The City will be applying for a grant to add two team rooms to the arena. The members felt that these were needed to help solve the team room problems between girls and boys. 8. The status of the warming house and kiosk was discusscd. An Octobcr dedication of the kiosk is being proposed. , 9. Director Bell reported on the grading of the park at Nelson Hills Farm Plat and Mr. Dobbs concerns as to who is paying for it. The commission felt that the City had accepted land that was not all that good l'or dcvelopmcnt because 0 r the water tower and slopc. Thcy fclt that we helped him out and that he should consider this now. Director Bell was instructed to negotiate for this field. The commission wants a ballfield on this site. It will be a benefit to both the City and the developer. 10. The Park Improvement Fund balance will be reviewed at the next meeting. 11. Motion by' Gerten, second by Schlawin to adjourn at 9: 1 0 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular October 11, 1995 1. The meeting was not able to be called to order due to a lack of a quorum. Members present: Johnson and Richardson. Members absent: Gerten and Schlawin. Also Present: Director Bell Submitted by, ~<A- ~~ James Bell, Director Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular November 8, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairperson Johnson at 7:32 p.m. Members Present: Gerten, Johnson, Richardson and Schlawin. Also Present: Director Bell, Program Supervisor Lillejord 2. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson, to approve the agenda as presented. APIF, Motion Carried. " I 3. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson, to approve the minutes of August 9, 1995 as prepared. Gerten, Richardson for, Johnson abstain. Motion Carried. Member Schlawin arrived. Motion by Gerten, second by Schlawin, to approve the minutes of September 15, 1995 as prepared. APIF, Motion Carried. 4. A general discussion on the snowmobile ordinance followed. The members gave Director Bell a list of items to be considered when rewriting the ordinance. They are as follows: a. Snowmobiles not on trails b. Provide separate areas for them c. Speed in residential areas to be 10 mph d. Dead man switch required e. Pull only snowmobile sleds with rigid hitch - reflective material on sled f. Operation ages - see state law g. Send ordinance to registered snowmobile owners 5. Discussed the commissions desire to formulate a hunting map in the city. Director Bell was requested to put one together and send it to the commission before the next meeting. 6. The commission discussed youth athletics and the results of the school referendum, but no action was taken. 7. Motion by Johnson, second by Gerten to adjourn at 8:52 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved Minutes Parks and Recreation Commission Regular December 13, 1995 1. The meeting was called to order by chairperson Johnson at 7:45 p.m. Members Present: Gerten, Johnson, Richardson and Schlawin. Also Present: Director Bell 2. Motion by Gerten, second by Johnson, to approve the agenda as presented after pulling Liquor Store profits. APIF, Motion Carried. 3. Motion by Johnson, second by Richardson, to approve the minutes of November 8, 1995 as prepared. APIF, Motion Carried. 4. A general discussion on the snowmobile ordinance followed. Concerns were brought up as follows: a. How to enforce and will residents obey. b. Change definition of snowmobile to include wheels. c. Where does it go from here? Police Chief, Snowmobile Club and then on to the Council. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson to pass on the ordinance as presented with the addition of wheels to the definition of Snowmobile, to the Council unless their are major objections from the Police Chief and Snowmobile Club. APIF, Motion Carried. 5. Reviewed the proposed hunting map in the city. Directed Director Bell to check with the State and Townships to see if the we can incorporate areas outside the City but within 1000 feet of residences on the map and to include the area between the preserve and Akin Park Estates 1 st. Member Schlawin arrived. 6. Park Dedication fees were discussed. Motion by Johnson, second by Richardson to increase the dedication fee to $15,000/acre in MUSA. APIF, Motion Carried. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson to increase the dedication fee in non-MUSA to $6000/acre. APIF, Motion Carried. 7. Park items that need to be addressed soon were discussed. It was felt that the following items would have to be financed through a referendum: a. Playground equipment update. b. Trails. c. Swimming Pool. d. Community P~rkl Playfield- Playground, ballfields and preserve area. 7. Motion by Gerten, second by Richardson to adjourn at 9: 17 p.m. APIF, Motion Carried. Submitted by, James Bell, Director Approved ." .... '_1f;m.~_?:/."..;': '.. ~".... '..' . '.