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11-24-2025 OSRC Agenda.pdf November 24, 2025 — 6:30 PM Brookview Golden Valley 316 Brookview S Parkway 1.Call to Order 2.Land Acknowledgement We acknowledge and honor the Dakota nation, on whose ancestral land the City of Golden Valley is built, and whose land resources we use. We commit to counteracting the erasure of the cultural practices and presence of the Dakota people through education and by amplifying a wide range of indigenous voices. 3.Approval of Agenda 3.A.Approval of Open Space & Recreation Commission November 24, 2025 Meeting Agenda 4.Approval of Meeting Minutes 4.A.Approval of October 20, 2025 Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 5.Business 5.A.City Demographics 5.B.Year in Review of Brookview Events and Three One Six Bar + Grill 5.C.Breck PUD Amendment 5.D.Commissioner Announcements 5.E.Staff Announcements 5.F.Council Liaison Announcements 6.Review of Commission Calendar 6.A.Review of Commission Calendar 7.Adjournment OSRC MEETING AGENDA Open Space & Recreation Commission (OSRC) meetings are conducted in a hybrid format with in- person and remote options for attending. Members of the public may attend virtually via Microsoft Teams, or by calling 1-872-256-4160 and then enter the meeting code listed on the agenda. City of Golden Valley OSRC Meeting November 24, 2025 — 6:30 PM 1 City of Golden Valley OSRC Meeting November 24, 2025 — 6:30 PM 2 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 3.A. Approval of Open Space & Recreation Commission November 24, 2025 Meeting Agenda Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Recommended Action Motion to approve the Open Space & Recreation Commission November 24, 2025 Meeting Agenda 3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 4.A. Approval of October 20, 2025 Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Recommended Action Motion to approve the October 20, 2025 Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Supporting Documents 10-20-2025 Meeting Minutes.pdf 4 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Chair Sanders called the meeting to order at 6:33 pm Commissioners present: Matthew Sanders, Matthew Olson, Bill Delaney, Scott Seys, Jonas Courneya Commissioners absent: Brian Wright, Dawn Speltz, Roger Bergman Council members present: Gillian Rosenquist Staff present: Janelle Crossfield, Parks and Recreation Director; Greg Simmons, Parks and Recreation Assistant Director; Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant; Kevin Martinez Del Arca, Recreation Coordinator 2. Land Acknowledgement Statement 3. Approval of October 28, 2025, Agenda MOTION by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Seys to approve the agenda presented, and the motion carried. 4. Approval of July 28, 2025, Meeting Minutes MOTION by Commissioner Olson, seconded by Commissioner Seys to approve July 28, 2025, meeting minutes as presented, and the motion carried. 5. Business a. Park Project Community Engagement Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Simmons shared staff are planning community engagement for Stockman Park playground replacement, and Seeman Park playground and tennis courts replacement that will take place next year. Following feedback from the South Tyrol Park playground replacement, pre-engagement will include community input on what aspects they enjoy about the park and additions they’d like. A survey for the community will help build out proposals that will go out to playground manufacturers before replacement. Simmons asked for feedback from the Commissioners on thoughts about the survey before it goes out to community members. Council Member Rosenquist asked if staff will include a section to capture demographic information as far as household size and age to determine needs of the community. October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm Brookview Valley Room 5 City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm 2 Simmons responded it is common to include those types of questions about how many members are visiting the park or general age ranges. Commissioner Delaney asked how the survey will go out. Simmons responded paper will be available, but online surveys will be pushed out. Signage will be available in the park as well to capture feedback. This is the first go around with the survey, so hopefully in the future staff will be able to get responses from members physically at the park. Commissioner Courneya asked how do you prevent people from voting more than once. Simmons responded that the survey is not set up to disallow people from voting multiple times. The timeline for these projects would consist of doing the pre-engagement now, leaving it open for a few weeks, using that information to build out the proposals, bringing the proposals to playground manufacturers, and having proposals back in December. Following that would be open houses or online voting for the community to select their choice by the end of the year. Simmons explained how Seeman Park tennis courts are in rough condition and due to replacement. Simmons asked Commissioners for their input on either rebuilding as tennis courts only or rebuilding as hybrid courts- tennis and pickleball courts. Commissioners Seys asked if the option of the court turning into something else is off the table- such as a basketball court. Simmons responded there’s still a hard surface that has basketball which will remain. Simmons mentioned the survey could include questions such as whether the community has an alternative idea or if they would not like a court at all. Chair Sanders asked about feedback from Seeman and Scheid Park courts. Simmons responded he’s heard good feedback that people are happy with both tennis and pickleball. Commissioners went around the table to vote on rebuilding as tennis courts only or rebuilding as hybrid courts. Commissioners came to the consensus to rebuild the courts as hybrid tennis and pickleball courts. b. Hampshire Park Ice Rinks Simmons mentioned residents flagged city staff about the wetland space, where the general skating rink has been poured. The maintenance practices have raised concern which led staff from Public Works, Community Development, and Parks and Recreation to evaluate and discuss the practices. They discovered the way that space has been maintained is not acceptable, which means it cannot be mowed and cannot have a skating rink. Staff are looking for suggestions from Commissioners on whether they think the existing hockey rink boards should be removed and turned into a general skating rink, or to repair the existing hockey rink boards and relocate the general skating rink to the closest ball field. Removing hockey rink boards is posed as an option because the boards need repair, so they will have to eventually be repaired in the future. This would be completed on staff hours and materials would not be an issue. Simmons presented a map displaying where the rink would be relocated and discussed the process- staff will be able to flood the field and add lights to the rink. Chair Sanders asked how often the rinks were being used. Simmons responded with general total user counts captured from three years. Hampshire has been the third most used park for rinks during those three years with hockey specific users. Commissioner Seys asked if the rinks are being used by youth athletic associations. Simmons responded it is one night a week by mites, and Saturday and Sunday mornings by a regular group. 6 City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm 3 The decision will be for just this year and in the future the decision may change. Commissioner Courneya asked why it is not being poured in the existing hockey rink. Simmons responded that every park that has a dedicated hockey rink has a general skating rink as well. Commissioner Olson shared he is on board with repairing and relocating. Rosenquist asked if there is a concern about removing the rink and what the impact would be on other parks. Simmons responded Wesley Park and Scheid Park are not walking distance from each other and that was a concern. Commissioner Delaney asked if there was another option to mitigate the wetland. Simmons shared there is a costly option that would take the wetland out but then dig deeper somewhere else in the park. Commissioner Delaney is leaning towards fixing it as is and keeping it where it is, but open to other scenarios. Chair Sanders asked why this was flagged. Rosenquist responded that residents are concerned about environmental awareness. Parks and Recreation Director Crossfield shared local observations over recent years that wildlife and vegetation have not been returning, and the mowing has not allowed for that growth. It was certified as a wetland delineation and must maintain existing footprint or improve biological diversity. Simmons noted the wetland cannot be mowed because the mower gets stuck. After discussion, Commissioners agreed on repairing the hockey rink boards and relocating the general skating rink. c. Environmental Work in Parks and Recreation Simmons shared there are environmental works taking place in Parks and Recreation. The first item mentioned was solar panels at Brookview which was on the Council agenda in agreement with Xcel Energy. Another department is leading the project and has selected a contractor to put solar panels on the entire roof of Brookview. Brookview is a suitable place to do it because of the walls on the roof, the roof is flat and white, which will reflect the sun well. Once Excel Energy does an interconnection, the contractors can install solar panels. The project will have low impact with panels lifted and set down on the roof, along with a couple of people working for about a week. The second environmental work Simmons shared was effort is ongoing for ice rink base materials. There is a type of filling that is concerning and not recommended for use currently as a standalone open-air material. As a result, the city has brought in Braun Intertec to complete soil sampling. From this, it will help navigate a management plan and next steps. The third environmental work Simmons shared was staff exploring the use of sustainable products, catering wide that includes Three One Six and external vendors. The fourth environmental work Simmons shared included Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program Audit for Brookview Golf. This is geared for golf courses and the environmental standards. Brookview was part of this program a long time back, and the Environmental Commission has pushed a recommendation to get back within that program. To do so, Brookview would have to operate within standards. Golf staff are documenting current practices and what already reflect Audubon standards- items incudes chemical use, equipment, how they’re mowing, and maintaining. 7 City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm 4 d. Capital Improvement Projects Update Simmons shared a few updates surrounding parks, Brookview Golf and Lawn Bowling, and Brookview Golden Valley capital improvement projects which include: Pickleball Courts and Lighting: • Simmons mentioned Brookview pickleball courts are open, and staff are waiting for quotes to come in for lighting requested at courts. Brookview will be the only place with dedicated pickleball all day. Windscreens at Brookview courts need replacement and will likely take place in 2026 with permanent slats. Lions Park Lighting: • Lions Park lighting replacement is 90% complete. Lighting should all look unison and not reflect in nearby homes. Long-Range Planning: • Phase 1 of the long-range planning has received quotes. A consultant will come in to help navigate who we are as Parks and Recreation and why we do the work that we do. Golf Cart Replacements: • Golf carts need to be replaced because the batteries are failing. Batteries were purchased as a short-term solution. The golf team has looked into purchasing new golf carts with similar aspects, just a newer model. This process is budgeted and planned, and replacement will potentially be this winter or early next year. Brookview Golf Irrigation: • In 2022 Brookview Golf took on a loan to replace irrigation on the entire course. Brookview Golf Course is requesting to pay off the loan due to having sufficient funds by increasing their cash position. The course will be able to pay off the loan in two to three years compared to 20 years through an interfund loan- where the utility fund lends money to the golf course, pending Council approval. This will save them half a million dollars in interest, and from reinvesting it will offset the interest from the loan. e. Commissioner Announcements There were no Commissioner announcements. f. Staff Announcements Recreation Coordinator Martinez Del Arca shared updates which include: • Hosted Puzzle Pursuit in Brookview’s Bassett Creek Room with 15 teams signed up. 8 City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm 5 • Collaborating with City of Robbinsdale and City of Crystal to bring Puzzle Pursuit to different locations to draw more participants. Next is scheduled for mid-April at the Crystal Community Center. • Medley Gardens are closed and cleaned up for the season. There were two social events hosted to promote community which included a morning coffee conversation with about 10 people, and a dip and learn session with about 22 people. • Saturday, October 25, Golden Valley Police are hosting a Trunk or Treat event at City Hall from 11am-1pm. Parks and Recreation will be participating. • Martinez Del Arca is looking for volunteers for the Blizzard Bash activities coming up. • Winter Fest is taking place on January 24. Kick sledding demos are new this year and will happen at a few parks- Wesley, Lions, Scheid. This will be a free event. g. Council Liaison Announcements Council Member Rosenquist shared updates which include: • Community survey will be conducted by a professional group that will target a sample of 400 residents in the next couple of months. Survey will collect information about thoughts on city government and services. • Tuesday, October 21, interim Chief was introduced to Council. The process of finding a permanent Chief has begun. • Elections are coming up- getting out to vote. 6. Review of Commission Calendar a. Next meeting will be Monday, November 24 at 6:30 pm. Last meeting of 2025. 7. Adjournment The meeting was adjourned by Chair Sanders at 7:42 pm ________________________________ Matthew Sanders, Chair _________________________________ Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant 9 City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes October 20, 2025 – 6:30 pm 6 10 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.A. City Demographics Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary Seth Kaempfer, Equity and Inclusion Manager, will provide an overview of the demographic makeup of the city including a review of "Equity Maps" used to assist in equitable and inclusive decision making. 11 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.B. Year in Review of Brookview Events and Three One Six Bar + Grill Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary Three One Six Bar + Grill restaurant staff and Brookview events staff will provide an overview of operations in 2025. Updates will include revenue, number of events, new menu items, upcoming events, and more. 12 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.C. Breck PUD Amendment Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary Community Development staff are looking for input from Commissioners on trails and sidewalks for the Breck plans. Supporting Documents 2025_0513-Breck-CSP_SitePlanWebsite.pdf 13 14 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.D. Commissioner Announcements Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary This is a standing agenda item that may be used for the Commissioners to share general announcements or to share items as they see fit. 15 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.E. Staff Announcements Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary This is a standing agenda item that may be used for Staff to share general announcements or to share items as they see fit. 16 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 5.F. Council Liaison Announcements Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Summary This is a standing agenda item that may be used for the Council Liaison to share general announcements or to share items as they see fit. 17 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Parks & Recreation 763-512-2345 / 763-512-2344 (fax) Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Meeting November 24, 2025 Agenda Item 6.A. Review of Commission Calendar Prepared By Jasy Vorachit, Administrative Assistant Supporting Documents Upcoming OSRC Calendar.pdf 18 2025 Event Time Location November 24 Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley 2026 Event Time Location January 26 Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley February 23 Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley March 23 Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley April 27 Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley May 18 (Third Monday) Regular Meeting 6:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley June 22 Annual Parks Tour 5:30 p.m.Brookview Golden Valley Review of OSRC Calendar 19