1-25-1962Minutes of the Regular Meeting
PARK AND RECREATION COW ISSION OF
Village of Golden Valley
January 25, 1962 7:00 P.M.
The Park and Recreation Commission of the Village of Golden Valley met
at its regular monthly meeting at the village Hall, Thursday, January 25, 1962
at 7:00 P.M. Board members present: Mr. Ray Stockman, Mr. Max Green, Mrset Laura
Scheffler, Dr. Ray Petersen, Mr. John H. Sullivan. Board members absent: Mr. John
Byrnes and i,'r. Graydon Ewald. Also, present were: Mr. John Brenna, Director
and vIiss Patricia Lynch, Secretary.
The minutes were approved as written.
In the absence of Chairman Byrnes, Dr. Ray Petersen conducted the meeting.
ELECTIO OF OFFICERS: Mr. Stockman nominated Dr. Petersen for office of
Chairman. The nomination was seconded. Mr. Max Green moved the nominations
be closed. Motion was seconded and carried. Mr. Stockman further moved that
the nomination be unanimous. This motion was seconded and carried. Dr. Petersen
was unanimously elecyed Chairman of the Park and Recreati: n Commission. The
new Chairman, Dr. Petersen, called for nominations for the office of Vice -
Chairman. Mrs. Laura Scheffler nominated Mr. John H. Sullivan. Nomination
secoded. Mr. 1viax Green moved the nominations be closed. Motion seconded
and carried. Mr. John Sullivan elected as Vice -Chairman. Mr. Stockman
suggested an article be put in the Suburban Press on the new officials.
NES! BUSINESS: 1962 Budget
3.5 Mills
As ked
Recreation -426,561.30
Park 26,186.62
Capital Out. 2,452.08
55,200.00
3.5 523500.00
Est. Rev. 19622x700.00
55,200.00
Bond Fund 31,314.60
15,000.00
46,314.60
3.5 Mills
Received:
62,500.00
Con. 5,500.00
1962 Total 58,000.00
1962 Revenue 2,700.00
Est. Surplus 2,891.00
63,591.00
Recreation 25,986.00
Park 27,066.00
Revenue 2,952.00
Est. Surplus 2,087.00
Contingency 5,500.00
X63, 591.OU-
In relation to the Bond Fund, an additional 415,000.00 was appropriated from
the General Fund. There must be a proposal on what it is to be spent for
before being spent. The contingency fund can be used for andadditioval man
or piece of equipment. Mr. Brenna expressed that he felt the Park and Recreation
Department can out well on the budget.
NEW BOARD TERMS: Mr. Graydon Ewald and Mr. John H. Sullivan were reinstated
on the Commission. Their terms will expire December 31, 1964.
SWITvMI':IG POOL: Mr. Brenna stated he had sent for information from different
locations on information pertaining to swimming pools. He said he received
much general information on construction and maintenance of a pool but very
little in regards to price and financing, either jointly or singly. i�lr.
Stockman said the Pool Committees should come and present the facts. The
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Board cannot make a position be cause of lack of information. The question
was raised as to whether a joint venture such as the School District and the
Village is legal. The Commission wants to find out answers to question such
as this and others before taking a firm stand. The Commission has not been
informed on this matter and feels that Mr. Ulstad should be informed.
Mr. Stockman made a motion that the Park Board take no action onaan
outdoor pool or an indoor pool until more complete information be brought in
and further that the Recreation 'irector not be required to meet with the
Council until that time that both the Commission and the Director concur and
are fully informed and inffull agreen ent on the needs of the Village. Mr.
Sullivan seconded the motion. Motion carried.
It was suggested that a letter be written to the Council to the effect that
the Pool Program was not working effectively and the problem be put back in the
Commission's hands.
Mr. Max Green made a motion that the Park and Recreation Commission
respectfully advises the Council that it is felt the best way to expedite the
development of a swimming pool is for all groups to coordinate through the
Commission after which the commission will then adivse the Council of the action
the Commission recommends is in the best interests of the Community. "r.
Stoc'Man seconded the motion. Motion carried.
The Commission then went on the discuss if it had been found out if the
Community wanted a pool. It was felt it would be best to establis this before
going ahead. This infbrmation would give impetus to the pool program.
Interested and competent people are the ones who should be employed in this
field of survey work, after which phases for the development of a pool could be
followed, so the people of the community can see what has to be accomplished.
The Commission can then give the outline of direction.
CURRENT PROGRAM: Mr. Brenna explained the scale model of Woodlawn Park and
how it was developed. A plan is first sketched on paper hien transfered to
tracing paper from there to a blue print and on to a scale model. Trees will
be pla-nted on this area and a belt of trees wi_l be put in the low area of the
Park under which a culvert will be placed to take care of water drainage.
A shelter house will be added for year around use, two softball diamonds and
apparatus and hard surface areas for the different age divisions. it was
felt consideration should be given to a singles tennis court for this area.
The next scale model park will be Natchez, thereafter following, Lions Club,
Wesley and Scheid. Mr. Brenna hopes tD have these complete by the end of
Karch. Mr. Stockman suggested metal shelving bg purchased to store the models
and keep them from being damaged. Mr. Brenna explained that by means of colored
pencil the progress of each park would be marked yearly.
Mr. Brenna said the Street Department has helped a great deal this winter
in connection with the rinks. All of the rinks have had good play. Two men
have been employed for the warming houses and are working well with the youngsters.
A contractor at General Mills called and offered to five some clean fill
consisting of broken blocks, which is being deposited in fiesley Park. At.
Viestview and Sandberg Schools the initial floodings were mode. The Park and
Recreation Departmentshas tried to make it a policy of not going on private
property. The ice is not hick enough for heavy equipment to be put on small
ponds. Mr. Brenna feels there should be a definite policy set concerning
private property and ponding areas. Discussion then moved to the purchase of
a 3/4 ton truck which could be purchased for about $3,200.00. A portion of
the $5,500.00 would take care of this. After a heavy snow the rinks have to wait
until the streets have been plowed beofre the rinks can be taken care of, which
amount s to perhaps, two days. Another man is needed of ehlp Richard Ulrick, this
is necessitated by the large area which he must cover by himself.
Mr. Ray Stockman made a motion that it be requested of the Council they
put out bids for purchase of 3Aton Pick- Up Truck with dump box and blade fcr
Park and Recreation use. Mr. John Sullivan seconded the motion. Motion carried.
Mr. Brenna mentioned that some 10,000 trees from the State Department
have been ordered. The order includes White Ash, Maples, Green Ash, White
Pines and Jack Pines.
A question was raised concerning the Little League. lar. Brenna said the old
Farm Teams will be under the Park and Recreation Department. i'ir. Brenna
then turned the commission's attention to the Display hoard which had been
set up, and explained the activities: Teen Dances, one night a month, Hockey,
Basketball, Swimming Instruction, Synchronized Swimming, Swim Team, Women's
Volleyball, Adult Dance and men's V.)lleyball and Basketball and Senior Gitizens.
A meeting of the Robbinsdale School borad and the Park and Recreation
Commission was brought up. Mr. Sullivan stated that a brief agenda must be made
up first and then an appointment can be made with the secretary. It was felt
this should be done before May, and that this meeting was necessary for
furthering betl�er relations.
Mr. Brenna informed the Commission of some land available in Madsky's
Addition. The land is about 3 to 5 acres with a pond situated in the middle.
The assessrm nts would have to be paid.
With no further business, Mr. Sullivan moved th e meeting be adjourned.
<?r. Stockman seconded the rmtion. Motion carried. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 P.M.
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January 15, 1962
A sincere Happy New Year to each of you on behalf of the Village Council.
Confirmation of Golden Valley's Beautiful Buildings:
Golden Valley Citizens can be justly proud of their beautiful new civic and commercial
nterprises. The Western Mineral Products Company at 7425 Olson Memorial Highway and
Upjohn Company at 4650 Olson Memorial Highway were recently recognized by the Men's
en Club of Minneapolis for landscaping and beautification of grounds. These companies
two of only four firms granted awards in the metropolitan area.
After a snow storm, arterial highways are plowed first, then residential streets. The
cost of snow removal over the week—end is approximately 3900.00 to $1,000 per day;
during the week, the cost is $450.00.
Give Your DSA New Lease On Life;;;
Golden Valley dog licenses for 1962 are now available at the Civic Center for the sum
of $3.00. Please secure your dog's license as soon as possible.
Please contact the Village Engineering Department for petitions for public improvements.
All. petitions should be obtained and returned early in the year in which the improvement
is planned to be constructed.
"Burning of the Greens":
The Golden Valley Jaycees, assisted by the Golden Valley Fire Department, Civil Defense
Auxiliary Police, Councilman Leonard C. Bies, and six junior high girls, participated
in the ceremony "The Burning of the Greens". A large group of village residents
watched the ceremonies on Sunday, January 7, 1962.
Roger K. Ulstad
Village Administrator
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GOLDFA' VALLT:Y PARK AND RECRT:ATION Tii.PA:1'T?,iFNT
Lion's Club Park Sat. 10-12 A.D1.;1-5 P.M.;6-9 P.M.;Sun.1-5 P.DI.6-9P.Di.
The Golden Valley Community Theatre is looking tor men to fill parts for "The Matchmaker"
by Thornton Wilder to be presented at the Golden Valley High School Feb. 23rd & 24th.
Anyone interested should call the president, Mrs. Paul Seaman, FR 7-1128. A meeting,
open to the public, will be held at the Golden Valley IIigh School Jan. 17th at 8:00 P. M.
The Golden Valley Community Theatre is sponsored by the Adult Education Division of
School District 275, and offers many fields of interest to those interested in the
theatre. Anyone may attend. There will be entertainment and refreshments will be
served. Tickets for "The Matchmaker" can be secured through Mrs. Seaman.
The 1961 tax statements will be in the mail on or about March 15th. Due to an increase
in the mill rate in all school districts, you will note an increase in the general tax
homestead and general tax. This increase is, in no way, affected by the reappraisal
program which has been taking place the past two years. If your property values are
increased due to this program, you gill be notified by the Assessor's office at a later
date.
The increase in taxes on a `.)20,000 market value is as follo�•:s:
Dist. 924
Robbinsdale
961.......... $543.96
1960......... 482.29
Total increase $ 61.67
Dist. #89
Dist. #138
Golden Valley
Hopkins
+C;TIVITIES IrILL RESUI`J�'
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473.05
499.14
n" rBa;;ketball
Neill School
Every Dion.; will resume Jan. 8, 8-9 P.,%1.
Women's Volleyball
Neill. School
F'.very Tues.; will. resume Jan. 9, 8-9 P.M.
Men's Volleyball
Noble School
Every N1on.• will resume Jan. 8, 8-9 P.M.
Adult Dance
Me adov roof:
Every Thurs. & Fri.; will resume Jan. 11, 8:3 .D1.
Tnstruction
School
& Jan. 12, 8:00 P.M.
Senior Citizens
Golden Valley
Once a month; will resume Jan, 17, 7:30 :.M.;
High School
Meadowbrook School.
Jr. Teen Dances
Noble School.
Once a month; next dance Jan. 19.
Basketball.
Will resume Jan. 13. Boys not previously regis-
tered may do so on Jan. 13 at 9 A.M. at Golden
Valley High, Carl Sandberg;, Noble and ;9estvier7.
Swimming Recreation
Lincoln Jr.
Beginners: every Thurs. 6:30 P.M.; will resume
& Instruction)
High
Jan. 11; Advanced: every Wed., 8 P.14.; will
resume Jan. 10.
Swim Team
Lincoln Jr.
Every Thurs., 7:30 P.N1. Will resume Jan. 11.
Synchronized Swimming Glenwood Hills
1st, 2nd and 3rd tvlon. each month; 7 P.M.
Hospital
Hockey
Lion's Club Park
Practice every Tues. & Thurs. 7-9 P.M. & every
Sat. 2-4 P.M. All boys not previously registered
may do so at 7 P.M., Thurs. Jan. 4.
WARDING HOUSE I -MRS
Seeman Park
Beginning Jan. 8;Don.-,1ed.-Fri. 3-5 P.M., 6-9 P.M.
Lion's Club Park Sat. 10-12 A.D1.;1-5 P.M.;6-9 P.M.;Sun.1-5 P.DI.6-9P.Di.
The Golden Valley Community Theatre is looking tor men to fill parts for "The Matchmaker"
by Thornton Wilder to be presented at the Golden Valley High School Feb. 23rd & 24th.
Anyone interested should call the president, Mrs. Paul Seaman, FR 7-1128. A meeting,
open to the public, will be held at the Golden Valley IIigh School Jan. 17th at 8:00 P. M.
The Golden Valley Community Theatre is sponsored by the Adult Education Division of
School District 275, and offers many fields of interest to those interested in the
theatre. Anyone may attend. There will be entertainment and refreshments will be
served. Tickets for "The Matchmaker" can be secured through Mrs. Seaman.
The 1961 tax statements will be in the mail on or about March 15th. Due to an increase
in the mill rate in all school districts, you will note an increase in the general tax
homestead and general tax. This increase is, in no way, affected by the reappraisal
program which has been taking place the past two years. If your property values are
increased due to this program, you gill be notified by the Assessor's office at a later
date.
The increase in taxes on a `.)20,000 market value is as follo�•:s:
Dist. 924
Robbinsdale
961.......... $543.96
1960......... 482.29
Total increase $ 61.67
Dist. #89
Dist. #138
Golden Valley
Hopkins
1)502.34
$517.25
473.05
499.14
> 2.9.29
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