1-9-1964Minutes of the Regular Monthly Meeting
PARK AND RECREATION C014MISSION OF
VILLAGE OF GOLDEN VALLEY
January 9th 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
91 1964, at 7:00 P.M. Board members present: Dr. Ray Petersen, Chairman,
Max Green, John Byrnes, Laura Scheffler, and John Sullivan, Board member
absent: Graydon Ewald. Also present were John Brenna, Director, Cindy
Olson, Secretary, and Mrs. Edward Farni from the League of Women Voters.
,BASSETT'S CREEK
Chairman Petersen stated that some new factors had developed concerning
the Bassett's Creek area and that a right decision should be made on the
basis of the information available. There are two factors to be considered:
the League of Women Voters and their Trail Ways program, and the Bassett's
Creek Citizen's Committee request for a Park Board member to attend their
meetings. It was felt that everyone was working in a different direction
and that the Park Board develop a policy to the best of their ability.
It was felt that it would be profitable to meet with the League of Gdomen
Voters Trail Way Committee. John Brenna diagramed the area in question
on the blackboard. It was at that point of the meeting that Mrs. Edward
Farni, Chairman of the Trail Ways program, entered and presented a few
of their plans and desires. Chairman Petersen extended an invitation to
the Trail Ways Committee to attend our next Park Board meeting on January
30th, and present their ideas and maps. Mrs. Farni accepted. Chairman
Petersen exercised his power to withhold a report until further study has
been made. At the last Bassett's Creek Citizen's Committee Meeting, it
was suggested that a Park Board member be appointed to serve with the
Commitee, John Sullivan felt that after the Board hears the Bassett's
Creek stand, then we can decide upon appointing a member to the Committee.
It was generally agreed upon to delay action until further information
is available.
SCHEID PARK
John Brenna stated that he had written a letter to the Hennepin County
Highway Department inquiring abolzt the feasibility of an overwalk as an
access from north to south across C.S.A.H. 66. He received an answer
from L.P. Pederson, County Engineer, stating that a. traf'ic and pedestr-
ian count would be necessary. The required count was quite high and
probably impossible for us to comply with. Max Green stated that he
felt that we should press for warning signs. Mr. Green said that people
drove more alertly, even though not necessarily at a lower rate of speed.
It was the consensus of the Board members present that Mr. Brenna keep
in close contact with the matter.
LONGERBONE PROPERTY
John Brenna stated that after much difficulty, the Park Board had obtained
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Lots 1 and 2. Block 1, Glenwood View Addition. These two lots help fill
out Wesley Park.
KEN BERGSTROM PROPERTY
Lots 1 and 2, Block 3, Bergstrom Valley Heights Addition, have been
purchased by the Park Department from Kenneth L. Bergstrom.
MANOR DRIVE
John Brenna explained that a. meetin would be held next week concerning
the possibility of a light pole in the Manor Drive area. He will meet
with Howard Moore, Superintendant of the Minneapolis Park Board, and the
Engineers of the Village and the Minneapolis Park Board. They will take
a look at the area and then decide what steps should be taken.
NEW BOARD APPOINTMENTS
Chairman Petersen stated that there were 3 openings to consider: Laura
Scheffler, Max Green, and Ray Stockman. The names of the 4 nominees
were given: Laura Scheffler, Stan Anderson, Elroy Roelke, and Burton
Brown.. Chairman Petersen felt that there should be a closed ballot.
The Chairman then asked for other nominations. There were none. The
ballots were taken after some discussion. Laura Scheffler and Stan
Anderson received 4 votes apiece, and Elroy Roelke and Burton Brown tied
with 2 votes apiece. The tie was acknowledged and Chairman Petersen
voted for Elroy Roelke. The three names will be recommended to the
Council to be appointed as of the 21st of January, 1964. Nominations
were then made for the Chairman and Vice -Chairman for the following year.
Max Green mominated John Sullivan for Chairman. Laura Scheffler seconded
the motion. John Byrnes closed the nominations. All were in favor and
John Sullivan will be the Chairman for 1964. John Byrnes nominated
Laura 7cheffler for Vice -Chairman. John Sullivan seconded the motion.
No further nominations were given for the Vice -Chairman. John Sullivan
moved the nominations be closed. Max Green seconded the motion. All
were in favor. Laura Scheffler will be Vice -Chairman for 1964.
HARRISON, BRAUER, AND RIPPLE
John Brenna stated thatthere are three park areas to be planned and he
asked if the Park Board wished to renegotiate with Harrison, Brauer, and
Ripple. He said that he felt that thet do a very good job for us. The
three main areas involved are Hampshire Park (10 acres), So. Tyrol (3
acres), and the Elmo Ginkel property (4.39 acres). Their top figure for
the three areas will be $3,000. John Sullivan moved that we recommend
to renegotiate with Harrison, Brauer, and Ripple a contract for the devel-
opment of Hampshire Park, So. Tyrol Park, and the Elmo Ginkle property
at a figure not to exceed $3,000, as outlined in their letter of January
6th.
DUTCH ELM COMMITTEE
A committee has been delegated to study the Dutch Elm disease problem.
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Those appointed to the Committee are: Lee Sanford, Robert Mueller, Mr.
and Mrs. Jerome Peleaux, Larry Powers of the United Tree Service, Elvin
Gustafson of the Dundee Nursery. Henry Reiss, Jr., and Robert Wright of
Bachman's. It has been suggested that an ordinance be adopted by the
Village Council for the Village of Golden Valley on Dutch Elm disease.
The Park Board felt that the Committee be left under the Council until
it relates to the parks. Then the Board would be happy to cooperate.
The Board would like a specific explanation of their intent.
WINTER PROGRAM
John Brenna explained the difficulty the Department has been having with
the ice rinks. The weather has been a constant problem and the equipment
has not been holding out. He then told of the skiing program going on at
Theodore Wirth Park. The Minneapolis Park Board is taking all registrat-
ions and at the end of the season they will send a report on the Golden
Valley participation. He also told of the different hockey and basketball
programs which are in full swing now.
There being no further discussion, John Sullivan moved the meeting adjourn.
Max :Grealseconded. The meeting adjourned at 10:00 P.M.
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