07-27-09
Minutes of the Golden Valley Open Space and Recreation Commission
July 27, 2009
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VI. RECREATION REPORT - Jeanne Fackler
Fackler gave details on senior groups, classes and programs she coordinates and is involved in. She said
over 10,000 senior were served through her program in 2008. She also said approximately 400 senior
newsletters go out bi-monthly.
Fackler also explained her role with the Golden Valley Human Services Foundation. She talked about the
upcoming Taste of Golden Valley, which will take place at the Metropolitan on November 11th. She said the
Golden Valley Golf Classic scheduled for September 18th has been cancelled.
Fackler said she is looking for new speakers and asked the Commission to send anyone her way.
VII. ATHLETIC FIELD GRANT PROGRAM
Mattison explained the grant program. He asked for volunteers to form a sub-committee to
discuss needs and take the information to the county. Mattison, Piper, Sandler and Kuebelbeck
volunteered.
MOTION: Moved by Mattison and seconded by Kuebelbeck to form a sub-committee to research
athletic facility needs as well as come up with a process for prioritizing those needs and
work with the associations to apply for the Hennepin County Youth Sports Grants. Motion
carried unanimously.
VIII. OLD BUSINESS
Luce Line Trail
Jacobson said the trail is complete and open for use. He said a ribbon cutting ceremony will take place on
August 13th at Schaper Park at 4:00 p.m.
Dog Park
Jacobson said the Golden Valley Humane Society will be getting back to the City after they discuss the
possibility with their board.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Piper and seconded by Bergman to adjourn at 8:30 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.