minutes-osrc-regular-jun-26-23
June 26, 2023–6:30pm
Brookview Wirth Lake room
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
1.Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Chair Weiswerda.
2.Roll Call
Commissioners in person: Roger Bergman, John Cornelius, Matthew Olson, Matthew Sanders,
Scott Seys, Dawn Speltz, Linden Weiswerda, Brian Wright
Commissioners absent: Bill Delaney
Staff present: Rick Birno, Parks andRecreation Director; Wendy Maanum,Banquet
and Restaurant Manager; Anna Poplinski, Restaurant and Catering
Coordinator; Asher Kahn, Parks and Recreation Intern; and Sheila Van
Sloun, Administrative Assistant
3.Land Acknowledgment Statement
Chair Weiswerda shared the Land Acknowledgment Statement with the commission.
4.Agenda Changes or Additions
None.
5.Approval of Minutes – May 22, 2023
MOTION moved by Commissioner Bergman and seconded by Commissioner Olson to
approve the May 22, 2023 meeting minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
6.Introductionof Summer Intern, Asher Kahn
Staff member Birno introduced the summer Parks and Recreation Intern, Asher Kahn, who them
shared a brief introduction to commissioners and staff.
7.Three One Six Bar + Grill Catering and Restaurant Update
Staff members Maanum and Poplinski shared brief introductions and gave an update on the
Three One Six operation from 2022. Maanum then said the catering and restaurant revenues
are expected to exceed $3 million in 2023 and noted there are numerous events already
booked into 2024. She added that 80% of Brookview rentals use Three One Six for their
catering. She said they added another grill to the kitchen, which has been helpful. She also said
they are adding the patio as an additional rental option at Brookview.
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Maanum stated they currently have 4 full-time and 63 part-time staff between the restaurant
and catering operations.
Commissioner Speltz asked what items are on their wish list. Maanum said it would be great to
expand the Three One Six kitchen and indoor seating area in the future. She said she also
supports staffs proposal to reconstruct the cart storage/driving range building to include golf
simulators for leagues and rentals, a rental room, and food service area.
8. 2024-2033 Proposed Parks CIP Budget Review
Staff member Birno shared the 2024-2033 proposed Parks CIP budget and answered questions
from the commission. He highlighted some of the larger projects and explained how the budget
is implemented.
Commissioners Sanders and Cornelius said they would like to continue pursuing a dog park
within the city.
Chair Weiswerda asked if a systematic inflation tool is used when preparing the CIP. Birno said
at this point in time he has not used an inflation tool. He generally has worked to stay close to
the annual $400K allotted budget when possible.
9. South Tyrol Park Play Structure Discussion and Direction
Staff member Birno reviewed the residents request to add an additional play structure amenity
to the South Tyrol Play Structure. Birno then shared the three initial concepts and cost
estimates presented at a previous commission meeting. The three initial design concepts were
prepared by Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground.
Staff member Kahn also shared playground data he collected throughout the city on play
structure deck heights, slide heights, and age ranges.
Discussion then focused on accepting donations for park improvements. Commissioners also
discussed the possibility of requesting the City Council to reconsider their donation position for
this project. After more discussion, the following motion was made:
MOTION moved by Commissioner Speltz and seconded by Commissioner Sanders
to recommend utilizing 2023 excess Park CIP Funds, up to $15K if available, and for staff
to work with the neighborhood at South Tyrol Park to add a play structure addition in
2024. In addition, recommend to the City Council to reconsider this project
for donation eligibility to allow the neighborhood the opportunity to fundraise to
partner with the City, if they so choose. Also, OSRC and staff will review/revise future
play structure design and planning processes to ensure the community is aware of scale
and age guidelines. Motion carried unanimously.
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10.Commission and Staff Planning Updates
a.Commissioner Updates
CommissionerCornelius shared the golf course fairways and greensare in great shape.
b.Pride Event at Brookview
Staff member Birno saidthe event went very well with great attendance.
c.Gopher State mid-summer Classic at Sandburg
Staff member Birnosaid the event will take place at Sandburg on June 16-18.
d.Little League Classic Tournament at Isaacson
Staff member Birno said the event will take place at Isaacson June 20-30.
e.Golden Valley Girls Softball GV Classic Tournament at Lions/Schaper
Staff member Birno saidthe event will take place at Lions/Schaper June 23-25.
f.Little League All Star Tournament at Isaacson
Staff member Birnosaidthe event will take place at Isaacson July 6-20.
g.Little League District 1 State Tournament at Isaacson
Staff member Birno saidthe event will take place at Isaacson July 26-30.
h.Ice Cream Social at Brookview Park
Staff member Birno saidthe annual event will take place at Brookview Park on July 10 at 7
pmwith the John Philip Souza Band as the entertainment.
i.GV Rotary Taste and Tour Event at GV Commons
Staff member Birno saidthe event will take place at the Golden Valley Commons on July 27
from 5-8 pm.
j.Next OSRC meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 24
Staff member Birno reminded the commission that the next regular OSRC meeting is
scheduled for Monday, July24.
11.Adjournment
MOTION moved byCommissionerBergmanand seconded byCommissioner Wright to
adjourn at 8:46pm.Motion carried unanimously.
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Linden Weiswerda, Chair
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Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant