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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
GOLDEN VALLEY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
March 27, 1969
A regular meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission was held at
7:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, 1969 at Brookview Municipal Community
Center, 8200 Wayzata Boulevard, Golden Valley, Minnesota. Chairman
Kahn presided, and the following members were present: Brand, Brown,
Fischer, Forster, Hammer, berje, Jodan, Kelby, Oukrop, Petersen, Redd,
Sullivan, Tart, Weisenburger. Members absent: none. Also present:
Dave Duff, Suburban Sun Newspapers; Barbara Olson, Swimming Pool
Manager; Mrs. Many Jenkins, Brookview Women's Golf Association Presi-
dent; Jerry Green, Brookview Men's Golf Association President; Ross
Stevens, Golf Professional; Richard Rosland, Assistant Recreation
Director; John Brenna, Park and Recreation Director; Lois Schaaf, Sec.
APRROVAL OF MINUTES
MOVED by Brown, seconded by Reed to approve the Minutes of the
Regular meeting of February 27, 1969 with the following correction:
meeting place to be referred to as Brookview Municipal Community
Center. Carried unanimously.
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairman Kahn introduced and welcomed all visitors to the Commission
Meeting. He also introduced new Commission members Malvin Weisenbur-
ger and Raymond Brand.
OLD BUSINESS
OPEN HOUSE COMMITTEE REPORT
Kathy Herje reported that the Committee (Open House) wished to
Change "open house" to "Brookview Dedication". The date has been
set for Sundey, May 25, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. with the dedication
ceremony to take place at 3:30 p.m. (See attached minutes as to
committee assignments and details). Summer program brochures also
to be available that day.
RECREATION SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT
Recreation Sub -Committee Chairman Burt Brown reported on their March
10th meeting. It was MOVED by Brown, seconded by Petersen to accept
the Sub -Committee's recommendation that fees previously agreen j pon
(10 swims for $2.50) and that at least for the start of summer, there
be two separate open swimming session -- one afternoon and one
evening -- per day (three on Saturday); and that the Park and Recrea-
tion Department have the authority to adjust during the season to
three sessions per day if necessary to maximize the number of people
able to use the pool. Carried unanimously.
MOVED by Forster, seconded by Jodan, carried unanimously to continue
the Interaction Program started last year.
March 27, 1969
PARK SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT
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Chairman Glen Read reported that a Park Tour has been scheduled
for Saturday, April 12 at 9 a.m. Meeting place is Brookview
Municipal Community Center. After a briefing by Mr. Brenna, a
bus will take everyone to various parks in the Village. All
Commission members are invited to attend.
BROOKVIEW SUB -COMMITTEE REPORT
Chairman Tom Tart reported that as of this date, 482 Patron Cards
have been issued; out of 182 men's lockers, 160 have been rented;
and of 25 women's lockers, 23 are rented.
It was MOVED by Tart, seconded by Hammer that all by-laws or pro-
cedures and subsequent changes of all groups operating out of this
(Brookview) complex be approved by the Golden Valley Park and
Recreation Commission. Carried unanimously.
NEW BUSINESS
DIRECT08'S REPORT
Brookview Construction -- Mr. Bhenna showed and explained a
proposed layoutot the course (from Brauer and Associates) showing
an overall plan for the Golf Course. MOVED by Reed, seconded by
Tart, to accept proposed golf course plans. Carried unanimously.
At this time, Mr. Brenna apprised the Commission of the Village
Council's approval for the construction of a ditch through the
Brookview Municipal Golf Course for the relief of storm water until
such time as our overall ponding project is completed. He also
informed the Commission of the Village Council's decision to install
an automatic sprinkling system in the Brookview Municipal Community
Center.
Park Development -- Mr. Brenna briefed the Commission as to
monies avaia ree7oF-Park construction for the summer of 1969.
Summer Program -- At this time Mr. Brenna stated that applica-
tions had beeF received for summer positions. All supervisors are
preparing their summer plans.
Villa a Employees_ -- Mr. Brenna stated that the Village
CounciTT�sanctioned the issuance of Patron Cards_ to Village
Employees living out of the Village limits.
Scheid Park Bridge -- Mr. Brenna stated that the plans and
speci ications are complete, and the County contemplates the bid
letting for May 15th.
Golden Valley Women's Club -- Mr. Brenna stated that the
Golden Valley women -s Clu was successful in their recent promotion
in behalf of our Teen Center. He mentioned that the Women's Club
will have representatives at our next regular Commission meeting.
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Caddie School -- The Commission was informed that a Caddie
School will be started if enough interest is shown. The school
will be conducted by the Golf Professional.
Business Manager - After a brief outline of the duties and
responsibilities of a Business Manager for the Brookview complex,
Mr. Brenna brought forth his recommendation for Mrs. Beverly May
to fill the position. After some discussion it was MOVED by
Hammer, seconded by Jodan, carried unanimously to recommend to
the Village Manager that Mrs. Beverly May be hired for the Business
Manager.
There being no further business, it was MOVED by Hammer, seconded
by Reed, to adjourn the meeting at 9:55 p.m.
C/irn Kahn
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