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Minutes of the Regular Monthly Meeting
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF
THE VILLAGE OF GOLDEN VALLEY
January 12, 1965 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, Tuesday, January 12, 1965,
at 7:00 p.m. Board members present: John H. Sullivan, Chairman, Raymond
Petersen, Laura Scheffler, Stanley Anderson, and John Byrnes. Board members
absent: Elroy Roelke, Also present: John L Brenna, Director and Dolores
Peterson, secretary.
The meeting was called to order at 7:05 p.m. by Chairman Sullivan. The
minutes of the December 10, 1961, meeting were then called for approval.
Ray Petersen moved they be approved and Laura Scheffler seconded. The
minutes were approved as written.
SCHEID PARK
Mr Brenna brought forth additional information regarding the Scheid Park
north -south access: A letter was sent to the Golden Valley Village Council
asking for a board hearing with the Hennepin County Highway Department to
obtain a final solution to the crossing problem. Information such as a
population census and warrants for the justification of traffic signals
were provided in the letter to the council. In return the council asked for
warrants on a pedestrian bridge. At this date I have not replied back to
the council but pedestrian bridge warrants are nonexistent.
Board members present again discussed the matter of safe access. Their
conclusion: Mr Brenna again contact the Cillage Council and receive their
official sanction for the Park & Recreation Commission to appear at the
Hennepin County Board of Commission for a hearing.
PROSPECTIVE BOARD MEMBERS
At this time Mr Brenna brought forth a letter of resignation from Mr Graydon
Ewald. Mr Ewald stated that due to business and home commitments he would
he unable to continue his association with the Golden Valley Park and
Recreation Commission. John Sullivan will send a letter of appreciation for
his efforts and if possible a certificate of service will be handed out at
a Council Meeting.
Board members present brought forth names of Golden Valley citizens who
are interested in serving on the Park & Recreation Commission. Each
perspective name was discussed in relation to his qualifications and reasons
for wanting to serve. The names brought forth were: Roy Yamahiro, Richard
Thoresen, Jerome Reinholdz, Primus Grossman and William Smith. At present
two (2) terms are up for consideration. According to our bylaws the
appointments will be of three year duration. Board members present by way
of paper ballot recommended reappointment of John Sullivan for a three year
term and recommended Smith for the vacated position. As an alternate choice
Jerome Reinholdz was recommended. Stanley Anderson moved for the above
slate and Dr Petersen seconded the motion. The motion was carried.
NEW BOARD OFFICERS
Mr Sullivan called for nominations for position of president and vice-
president for the Golden Valley Park and Recreation Commission. Dr Ray
Petersen nominated Mrs Laura Scheffler for president. No other nominations
were brought forth for the position of president. For the position of vice-
president John Byrnes nominated Stan Anderson. There being no other
nominations the above nominees were voted unanimous.
WINTER PROGRAM
Mr Brenna brought forth a quick recap of all winter activities. He mentioned
the increased skating attendance over previous years due to the increase in
the number of warming houses at our park locations. One can readily see the
correlation in completed facilities and the number of people using same.
SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Members adjourned at 8:30 p.m. for a meeting at the Golden Valley High
School to discuss the mattAr of a swimming pool in the school. Two pro-
posals were brought forty; by the School Board Chairman. The first proposal
was that of a village wide bond issue whereby the school would provide an
area for the structure: common water source, heating source, and a wall with
lockers and shower facilities. In so doing the proposed pool would include
sliding glass doors and patio, in other words an indoor -outdoor pool. Their
second proposal was a bond issue to be held strictly within the Golden Valley
School District with a lease arrangement with the Village of Golden Valley.
During the winter months from 6 o'clock on, all weekends, and for the entire
summer. Much discussion ensued as to the pros and cons of both proposals.
Park board members mentioned they would discuss the above proposals and
report their recommendations at a later date.
The meeting adjourned at 11:00 p.m.
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