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Meeting Location:
Rambling River Center
325 Oak Street
Farmington, MN 55024
RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD
Monday, October 13, 2025
9:30 AM
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. APPROVE AGENDA
3. APPROVE MINUTES
3.1. September 8, 2025 Draft Meeting Minutes
The advisory board is being asked to review the attached draft
September 8, 2025 meeting minutes, make any corrections needed, and
then approve the meeting minutes.
Agenda Item: September 8, 2025 Draft Meeting Minutes - Pdf
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4. PRESENTATIONS
5. BUSINESS ITEMS
6. DISCUSSION ITEMS
6.1. Review Raffle Fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary
Advisory board members are asked to come to the meeting prepared to
discuss if they would like to participate in a raffle again next year and if
so ways to improve ticket sales.
Agenda Item: Review Raffle Fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary -
Pdf
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6.2. Review Patio Party with Rambling River Center Members and Minnwest
Bank
Advisory board members should come to the meeting prepared to
discuss the Patio Party and what went well and what they would change
for future celebratory events.
Agenda Item: Review Patio Party with Rambling River Center Members
and Minnwest Bank - Pdf
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6.3. Review Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser
RRCAB members should come prepared to discuss and evaluate the
annual breakfast and silent auction fundraiser and provide input for next
year.
Agenda Item: Review Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser - Pdf
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6.4. Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event
Board members should discuss who is responsible for decorations,
coffee, and rolls/doughnuts for the event.
Agenda Item: Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event - Pdf
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6.5. Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade
Board members should come to the meeting prepared to discuss the
Rambling River Center's involvement in the holiday lighted parade.
Agenda Item: Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade - Pdf
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6.6. 2026 Work Plan Ideas
Advisory board members should come prepared to discuss possible
ideas to be included in its work plan for 2026. At the November
meeting, additional items can be added to the list of work plan ideas. At
the December meeting, time will be spent refining a draft work plan with
final approval of the work plan occurring at the January 2026 meeting.
Agenda Item: 2026 Work Plan Ideas - Pdf
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6.7. 2025 Work Plan Progress
Advisory board members are asked to review the updated 2025 work
plan prior to the meeting and come prepared to discuss, especially the
items that were completed. The review also offers an opportunity for the
advisory board to discuss work plan items they would like to work on at
future meetings.
Agenda Item: 2025 Work Plan Progress - Pdf
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7. STAFF REPORT
7.1. Staff Report
Advisory board members should listen to the informational updates and
then ask any questions they have about the updates.
Agenda Item: Staff Report - Pdf
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8. ADVISORY BOARD ROUNDTABLE
8.1. Advisory Board Roundtable
Advisory board members are being asked to come share information or
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ask questions about items not on the agenda.
Agenda Item: Advisory Board Roundtable - Pdf
9. ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING AGENDA
9.1. Items for November 10, 2025 Meeting Agenda
Advisory board members are asked to come prepared to discuss the
staff proposed agenda items and also provide other possible agenda
items for the November 10, 2025 meeting.
Agenda Item: Items for November 10, 2025 Meeting Agenda - Pdf
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10. ADJOURN
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: September 8, 2025 Draft Meeting Minutes
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
Included in the meeting packet are draft minutes from the advisory board’s September 8,
2025 meeting.
DISCUSSION:
Advisory board members should review the draft minutes to determine if there are any
corrections or edits that need to be made prior to approval.
ACTION REQUESTED:
The advisory board is being asked to review the attached draft September 8, 2025
meeting minutes, make any corrections needed, and then approve the meeting minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Sept 8, 2025 RRCAB Draft Meeting Minutes
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City of Farmington A Proud Past - A Promising Future
325 Oak Street Committed to providing High Quality,
Farmington, MN 55024 Timely and Responsive Service to All
Of Our Customers
September 8, 2025 RAMBLING RIVER CENTER
ADVISORY BOARD MEETING MINUTES
1. Call to Order: Chair Mary Garlets called meeting to order at 9:30 am.
Members Present: Mary Garlets, Rachel Edwards, Pennie Page, Pat Hennen, Judy Janke, and Jeff
Spillman
Members Absent: Blanche Reichert
Others Present: Parks and Recreation Director Kellee Omlid, Recreation Supervisor Missie
Kohlbeck
2. Approve Agenda
Motion by Janke to approve the agenda, seconded by Edwards. All persons in favor (APIF). Motion
carried.
3. Approve Minutes
Motion by Spillman to approve August 11, 2025, meeting minutes, seconded by Janke. APIF. Motion
carried.
4. Presentations
5. Business Items
5.1 Rambling River Center Fees
Staff recommended the following fees changes:
Fee 2025 Proposed 2026
Annual Membership includes
fitness center and sales tax
$41 $45
Fitness Center Non-Member
One time Visitor Pass includes
sales tax
$9 $10
Sound System Rental includes
sales tax
$151 Now included in rental
Banquet Room includes sales tax $440/4 hour minimum includes
1 hour for set up = 5 hours.
$520 4/hour minimum includes 1
hour for set up = 5 hours
Banquet Room additional hours $110 each hour $130 each hour
Banquet Room 12 hour rate NA $1,300 10/hour minimum includes
2 hours for set up = 12 hours
Banquet Room Additional
Cleaning Fee
$75/hour if more than
2 hours of cleaning
$80/hour if more than
3 hours of cleaning
Empire Room $90 2/hour minimum
$45 each additional hour
$95 2/hour minimum
$48 each additional hour
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There was discussion regarding the need to raise rates and what other senior centers charge. It was noted
that while Lakeville’s Heritage Center has a lower membership cost you pay for everything you do there,
this includes exercise classes, cards, and leisure groups. It was also discussed that the Financial Support
Program could be brought back to the Rambling River Center Advisory Board to discuss how much is
given to each qualifying person. Motion by Page to approve the staff recommended changes to the
Rambling River Center fees and forward to the parks and recreation commission, seconded by Edwards.
APIF. Motion Carried.
6. Discussion Items
6.1 Review Grand Reopening and Ribbon Cutting of the Rambling River Center
The RRCAB commented it was “fabulous”. They received many positive comments from the public
attending. Congresswoman Angie Craig and Mayor Hoyt were happy with the changes and could not
believe the transformation. If we have an event like this in the future, we should have more seats outside
in the viewing area.
6.2 Review Parks and Facilitates Tour with Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council
Janke felt it was awesome; she learned more about Farmington we should keep doing it. Spillman said he
liked Daisy Knoll Park. He also said it is a fun tour to learn about spots in Farmington he wasn’t aware
of. Garlets likes learning about the history of Farmington parks and what is available. She liked learning
about the possible addition of pickleball courts. Director Omlid let the RRCAB know the Parks and
Recreation Commission will be talking about it on Wednesday and that she feels it is an important way
for the boards/councils to interact without being in a meeting.
6.3 Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser
The board discussed the timeline for receiving baskets, the process of assembling them, and the
importance of ensuring all items are new—no slightly used or antique items. They also considered
offering tours of the building on the day of the event. Staff reported that Kwik Trip has committed to
donating cinnamon rolls, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Board members requested that an A-frame sign
be placed outside to remind community members of the event.
6.4 Patio Party with Rambling River Center Members and Minnwest Bank
The board discussed options for honoring Minnwest Bank. A subcommittee will convene to recommend
potential volunteers. Staff and volunteers will coordinate event setup on Thursday. A certificate of
appreciation will be prepared by staff and signed by Mayor Hoyt. Door prizes will consist of the
following: a $50 RRC gift certificate, $25 RRC gift certificate, and two sets of MDC cards. Staff has
secured several beverage donations from liquor store vendors, including margaritas, rum punch, beer, and
wine. Staff purchased streamers and flick sticks to throw. Acknowledgment of Minnwest Bank will be
included on each table in the form of thank-you messages.
6.5 2025 Work Plan Progress
Chair Garlets reviewed the progress of the goals and objectives for the 2025 work plan.
7. Staff Report
7.1 Informational Updates
• City council will be holding a special meeting tomorrow evening to discuss next steps with the
City Administrator search.
• Recreation Supervisor gave a report on the last eight (8) months of participation at the Rambling
River Center. Most notably was the number of members brand new to the center. Seventeen new
members in July and 19 new members in August.
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• Selling of raffle tickets for the fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary ends today. The winners
will be drawn tomorrow.
8.1. Advisory Board Roundtable
Reichert – Nothing
Janke – Nothing
Omlid – Nothing
Page – Nothing
Spillman – Nothing
Edwards - Nothing
Hennen – Due to vision issues and having to schedule a ride, Pat is planning to resign her advisory
board position in December. She will stay on the board through the rest of the year to help in any way
she can at the Party on the Patio and the Annual Breakfast and Silent Auction. Staff told her a letter or
email resignation is needed when she is ready.
Garlets – Nothing
9.1 Items for October 13, 2025, Meeting Agenda
• Review Raffle Fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary
• Review Patio Party with Rambling River Center Members and Minnwest Bank
• Review Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser
• Veteran’s Recognition and Thank You Event
• 2026 Work Plan Ideas
• 2025 Work Plan Progress
10. 10. Adjourn
Motion by Spillman and seconded by Edwards to adjourn the meeting, APIF. Motion carried. The
meeting was adjourned at 10:55 am.
Respectfully Submitted
Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor and Recording Secretary
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Review Raffle Fundraiser with the Farmington Rotary
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The Rambling River Center and Farmington Rotary again partnered on a raffle. The raffle
tickets cost $52 and were limited to 300 tickets sold. Prizes included $100 given away
weekly and $250 given away quarterly. Every ticket drawn was thrown back in for the next
drawing, meaning ticket holders are eligible to win 56 times.
DISCUSSION:
The drawing was held at the Rambling River Center on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. A
total of 240 tickets were sold. This is more tickets than 2024 when 223 tickets were sold and
less tickets than 2024 when 291 tickets were sold.
BUDGET IMPACT:
The gross amount for tickets sold was $12,480. The total cost of prizes, printing, and the
gaming permit were $6,397.90. This leaves a profit of $6,082.10 to be shared between the
Farmington Rotary and Rambling River Center.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members are asked to come to the meeting prepared to discuss if they
would like to participate in a raffle again next year and if so ways to improve ticket sales.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Review Patio Party with Rambling River Center Members and Minnwest
Bank
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The Patio Party with Rambling River Center members and Minnwest Bank was held on
Friday, September 26 at noon. Advisory Board Chair Mary Garlets presented Neil Anderson
of Minnwest Bank with a certificate of appreciation, thanking the bank for their generous
donation. Neil shared a few words before the patio was officially dedicated with a
ceremonial “champagne bottle” breaking.
Vendors from Farmington Liquors donated wine, beer, and margaritas. A volunteer grilled
brats. Salad, chips, and cupcakes were also served. Door prize drawings were held. After
lunch, entertainment was provided by the Dakota Ramblers band.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members should come to the meeting prepared to discuss the Patio Party
and what went well and what they would change for future celebratory events.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Review Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The annual breakfast and silent auction fundraiser was held on Saturday, October 11, 2025.
Breakfast was served from 8:30-10:30 am. The menu included egg bake, cinnamon rolls,
fruit, juice, and coffee. The silent auction ran from 8:30-11 am.
DISCUSSION:
Staff will provide an update at the meeting regarding number of tickets and baskets sold
and preliminary profit. Staff would like to discuss the event with the Rambling River Center
Advisory Board (RRCAB) members to get their feedback and input on the breakfast and
silent auction, timing, food, and selling tickets.
ACTION REQUESTED:
RRCAB members should come prepared to discuss and evaluate the annual breakfast and
silent auction fundraiser and provide input for next year.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The Rambling River Center Advisory Board's (RRCAB) work plan for 2025 includes a goal to
collaborate with veteran's groups for more involvement at the Rambling River Center. This
was also a work plan goal in 2024.
DISCUSSION:
At the July 14, 2025 meeting, the board decided to hold another veteran's recognition and
thank you event. This event will be held on Monday, November 10 from 8:30 - 9:30 am.
Recreation Supervisor Kohlbeck developed a flyer and provided it to the Yellow Ribbon
Network committee.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Board members should discuss who is responsible for decorations, coffee, and
rolls/doughnuts for the event.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Downtown Holiday Lighted Parade
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The City of Farmington is partnering with Homestead Church and the Farmington Rotary to
again host a downtown holiday lighted parade. The parade will be held on Saturday,
December 6 at 7 pm. The parade will go on Oak Street in front of the Rambling River
Center. A tree lighting in the Homestead Church green space will happen after the
parade.
DISCUSSION:
At the July 14, 2025, meeting during roundtable discussion, board member Spillman
suggested the Rambling River Center participate in this year's holiday lighted parade. He
was looking for ways to be involved, possibly adding a bake sale fundraiser and showing
off the remodeled facility. Staff would like to enter the Rambling River Center's van into the
parade.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Board members should come to the meeting prepared to discuss the Rambling River
Center's involvement in the holiday lighted parade.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: 2026 Work Plan Ideas
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
Annually in the fall, the advisory board begins the process of identifying items to consider
for inclusion in the following year's work plan.
DISCUSSION:
An initial discussion should occur at the meeting about possible ideas / topics to include in
a 2026 work plan. The work plan will guide the advisory board actions in 2026.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members should come prepared to discuss possible ideas to be included in
its work plan for 2026. At the November meeting, additional items can be added to the list
of work plan ideas. At the December meeting, time will be spent refining a draft work plan
with final approval of the work plan occurring at the January 2026 meeting.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: 2025 Work Plan Progress
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The annual work plan is reviewed at every monthly meeting to measure the progress being
made.
DISCUSSION:
An updated work plan is included in the meeting packet. The updated work plan shows in
red what items have been completed during or after the September 8, 2025 meeting.
Items in bold black were items completed prior to the September 8, 2025 meeting.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members are asked to review the updated 2025 work plan prior to the
meeting and come prepared to discuss, especially the items that were completed. The
review also offers an opportunity for the advisory board to discuss work plan items they
would like to work on at future meetings.
ATTACHMENTS:
2025 RRC Advisory Board Work Plan 101325
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Rambling River Center Advisory Board
2025 Work Plan
Goal #1: Plan and host a grand reopening and ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate and
show off the remodeled Rambling River Center.
Status: Completed
Objectives:
1. By April 1, the grand reopening and ribbon cutting details will be finalized.
Status: Completed. At their April 14, 2025, meeting, the advisory board chose August
13, 2025, as the preferred date and August 14, 2025, as the back-up date for the grand
reopening and ribbon cutting. The ribbon cutting will be held at 10 am and coffee and
cake will be served. It will be open to the public and all project partners will be invited.
2. By May 1, publicity will have started.
Status: Completed. The invitation was included in the River and Currents. Invitations
were sent to all project partners, city staff, organizations, and Rambling River Center
members on the email list.
3. By September 30, a grand reopening and ribbon cutting will have happened.
Status: Completed. The grand reopening and ribbon cutting was held on Wednesday,
August 13 at 10 am.
Goal #2: Complete and celebrate the addition of the Minnwest Bank Patio to the Rambling
River Center.
Status: Completed
Objectives:
1. By March 1, the Advisory Board will have discussed the outdoor patio, furnishings,
landscaping, etc.
2. By April 1, furniture will be selected for the outdoor patio.
Status: Completed. Patio furniture including tables with umbrellas, benches, swing,
and trash and recycling receptacles have been ordered.
3. By May 1, details for a Patio Party to dedicate the Minnwest Bank Patio will be finalized.
Status: Completed. A BBQ will be held on Friday, September 26 at noon with an
entertainer playing country music.
4. By October 31, a Patio Party with Minnwest Bank will have happened to celebrate the
addition of the patio.
Status: Completed. The party was held on Friday, September 26 at noon with
entertainment by the Dakota Ramblers.
Goal #3: Review and recommend 2026 Rambling River Center fees and charges to the city
council.
Objectives:
1. By July 1, review and discuss the 2026 RRC fees and charges and determine if any
revisions should be made to the 2026 fees and charges.
2. By August 1, forward recommended RRC fees and charges to the Parks and Recreation
Commission.
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3. By September 30, the Parks and Recreation Commission will have reviewed and
approved the 2026 RRC fees and charges and will recommend to the City Council to
approve them.
Status: Completed. At the September 8, 2025 meeting, the advisory board discussed
and recommended 2026 RRC fees be sent to the Parks and Recreation Commission and
City Council for approval.
4. By December 31, the City Council will have acted on the Advisory Board and Parks and
Recreation Commission recommended 2026 RRC fees and charges.
Goal #4: Raise at least $15,000 from fundraising events and donations to fund future
Rambling River Center capital improvements and/or equipment and furniture purchases.
Status: Completed
Objectives:
1. By March 1, discuss current fundraising events to see if any changes should be made to
the existing fundraising events and a discussion should occur about creating a new
fundraising event.
Status: Completed. At their February 10 meeting, the board discussed adding an event.
Ideas included a gala or casino night.
2. By July 1, assist with and complete at least one fundraising activity.
Status: Completed. On May 3, 2025, the annual Arts and Crafts Fair was held.
3. By September 1, assist with and complete at least a second fundraising activity.
Status: Completed. On May 17, 2025, a Steak Fry was held in conjunction with the
Veteran’s Steak Fry Committee and Future Farmers of America students.
4. By October 1, assist with and complete at least a third fundraising activity.
Status: Completed. Kiss the Pig and the Bike Auction were held on June 28, 2025, as
part of Top the Tater Days.
5. By December 31, assist with and complete at least a fourth fundraising activity.
Status: Completed. The raffle with the Farmington Rotary was held on September 9,
2025 and the Annual Breakfast and Silent Auction Fundraiser was held on Saturday,
October 11, 2025.
Goal #5: Participate in a parks and facilities tour with the Parks and Recreation
Commission and City Council.
Status: Completed
Objectives:
1. By March 1, the Advisory Board, Parks and Recreation Commission, and City Council
will have identified a date to have a tour.
Status: Completed. Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at 6 pm was chosen for the parks and
facilities tour with the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council.
2. By June 1, a draft list of parks and facilities to tour will be reviewed by the Advisory
Board.
Status: Completed. The Rambling River Center will be the first stop on the tour. Other
locations might include the Rambling River Park warming house, Troy Hills Park, and
Daisy Knoll Park.
3. By July 1, a final list of parks and facilities to tour will be approved by the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
Status: Completed. The Parks and Recreation Commission approved the tour stops and
schedule at their July 9, 2025 meeting.
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4. By October 1, a parks and facilities tour will have occurred.
Status: Completed. The parks and facilities tour was held on Thursday, August 21.
Goal #6: Collaborate with Veteran’s Groups for more involvement at the Rambling River
Center.
Objectives:
1. By March 31, a date, time, and details for a veteran’s recognition and thank you event
(coffee and dessert) will have been discussed, finalized, and approved.
Status: Completed. Board members chose Thursday, May 22 at 9:00 am to host the
veteran’s recognition and thank you event.
2. By May 31, the Advisory Board will host a coffee and dessert event for veterans.
Status: Completed. Board members chose and hosted a veteran’s recognition and thank
you event on July 2, 2025, at 9:00 am.
By August 1, the Advisory Board will have evaluated the coffee event and discussed
additional ways to collaborate with veteran’s groups.
Status: Completed. The event was well received; plans have been made to hold another
veteran’s thank you coffee event the day before Veteran’s Day.
3. By September 1, the Advisory Board will have met with and learned more about the
identified veteran’s groups and brainstormed with them ways to collaborate.
4. By December 1, a second collaboration with a veteran’s group(s) will have taken place.
Goal #7: Market and promote the Rambling River Center to new residential developments
in Farmington.
Status: Completed
Objectives:
1. By March 1, discuss and develop a plan for promotion of the Rambling River Center to
new residential developments.
Status: Completed. The board discussed and decided to purchase tote bags with the
Rambling River Center logo and information on them, have an open house when the
Center reopens, visit with The Emery residents when occupancy rates are higher, and
explore fitness classes and pickleball events at Vita Attiva.
2. By May 1, send Rambling River Center representative(s) to meet with residents of new
residential developments (i.e. Vita Attiva, The Emery, etc.).
Status: Completed. Advisory board members and group leaders attended and talked
with people at the pickleball tournament at Vita Attiva on Saturday, July 26.
3. By July 1, mail Rambling River Center promotional materials to new residents.
Status: Completed. Advisory board members handed out 24 Rambling River Center
logo bags with membership information, FSP applications, River (newsletter), business
card and pen at the pickleball tournament at Vita Attiva on Saturday, July 26.
4. By October 1, invite and host Farmington area residents to an open house and tour of the
newly renovated Rambling River Center.
Status: Completed. The entire community was invited to the grand reopening and
ribbon cutting on Wednesday, August 13.
Goal #8: Thank all City of Farmington staff and Rambling River Center members who
facilitated the move and kept programming going during the Rambling River Center
renovation project.
Status: Completed
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Objectives:
1. By March 1, thank you idea(s) will have brainstormed and decided.
Status: Completed. The board discussed that staff members and volunteers that
assisted with the move will receive a gift bag/box with treats and a handwritten thank
you. These will be distributed by advisory board members.
2. By April 1 all materials to facilitate the thank you will have been secured and/or
arranged.
Status: Completed. At their April 14, 2025, meeting, the advisory board finalized
decisions regarding the thank you’s, bags, and items to be included in the bag. Staff
ordered all the items.
3. By May 31, thank you’ s / thank you event will have happened.
Status: Completed. Rambling River Center Advisory Board members brought Thank
You’s to staff, firefighters, and city council the third and fourth weeks in June.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Staff Report
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
During each meeting staff provides an informational update that does not require advisory
board approval.
DISCUSSION:
The following updates will be provided at the meeting:
Halloween Walk
City Administrator
Adult Changing Station
Financial Support Program Funding
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members should listen to the informational updates and then ask any
questions they have about the updates.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Advisory Board Roundtable
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
The advisory board roundtable occurs during every monthly meeting.
DISCUSSION:
The advisory board roundtable agenda item provides an opportunity for advisory board
members to share information or ask questions of staff about items that are not on
theagenda. No formal decisions can be made during the advisory board roundtable.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members are being asked to come share information or ask questions
about items not on the agenda.
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RAMBLING RIVER CENTER ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA MEMO
To: Rambling River Center Advisory Board
From: Missie Kohlbeck, Recreation Supervisor
Department: Parks & Recreation
Subject: Items for November 10, 2025 Meeting Agenda
Meeting: Rambling River Center Advisory Board - Oct 13 2025
INTRODUCTION:
This item is for staff and advisory board members to identify possible items for the next
meeting agenda.
DISCUSSION:
2026 Work Plan Ideas
Review Veteran's Recognition and Thank You Event
2025 Work Plan Progress
ACTION REQUESTED:
Advisory board members are asked to come prepared to discuss the staff proposed
agenda items and also provide other possible agenda items for the November 10, 2025
meeting.
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