5-21-1970REGULAR MEETING OF THE GOLDEN
VALLEY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
May 21, 1970
A regular meeting of the Golden Valley Park and Recreation Commission
was held on Thursday, May 21, 1970 at 7:30 p.m. at the Brookview
Municipal Community Center, 8200 Wayzata Boulevard, Golden Valley,
Minnesota. Chairman Fischer presided, and the following members
were present: Brown, Herje, Kelby, Petersen, Tart. Members absent:
Brand, Hammer, Kahn. Also present: Corey Bakken, Golf Operations
Manager; Richard Rosland, Assistant Park and Recreation Director;
John Brenna, Park and Recreation Director.
MINUTES
MOVED by Dr. Petersen, second by Tart that the minutes of the April
23, 1970 Regular Meeting be accepted as mailed.
AD-HOC COMMITTEE REPORT (NATURAL AREAS)
At this time Mr. Kelby informed the Park and Recreation Board as to
progress of the natural area committee.
Mr. Kelby stated that the committee had attended a recent meeting where
the Metropolitan Develnprnent Guide on Perks and Open Space was explained.
Mr. Kelby stated that the aims and objectives of the Metropolitan Park
Reserve Board were much the same as our committee.
Mr. Kelby stated that the Committee had also toured the Village and
had looked at a number of natural areas that had a7 dual purpose where
ponding could also be utilized.
Mr. Kelby stated that the committee is planning to meet with our Village
Engineer for additional information relating to ponding and drainage.
AD-HOC COMiMITTEE REPORT (BROOKVIEW PARK)
At this time Chairman Fischer explained to those members present that
the Village Council on May 4, 1970, denied the issuance of Patron cards
to Golden Valley business men who do not live in Golden Valley.
Chairman Fischer also stated that the Village Council at the above
meeting denied the Park and Recreation Board's request for the re-
commitment of parking lot surfacing monies for a shelter building in
Brookview Park,
SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM
At this time Mr. Rosland briefed the Park and Recreation Board on the
following summer activities: Swimming instruction; Open Swimming;
Synchronized Swimming; Family and Adult evening swimming; Knothole
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Baseball; Puppet trailer shows; Puppetry classes; Creative Dramatics;
Junior Golf; Group golf lessons; Tennis instructions; Picnic and
Party service; Ment softball; Women's softball; Summer playgrounds;
Arts and Crafts; Playground softball; Junior High Volleyball; Senior
Citizens; Bookmobile at the Parks; Programs with the Pilot City Project;
Program for the Mentally Retarded; Day Camping; and Junior and Senior
Teen Center Activities.
PARK DEVELOPMENT
At this time Mr. Brenna briefed the Park and Recreation Board as to
Park developments. Mr. Brenna stated that most park construction work
has been held up due to the strikes by the various trades. Mr. Brenna
stated that the expenditure of the 1 mill levy for Park Construction
will take place during the course of the summer.
BROOKVIEW GOLF PROGRESS REPORT
At this time Mr. Bakken briefed the Park and Recreation Board as to
course activities and developments. Mr. Bakken stated that the men's
and women's golf associations are organized and functioning well.
Mr. Bakken also stated thet the juhior golf program has been set for
boys and girls ages 10 to 17, and will begin on June 16th.
Mr. Bakken stated that he will bring forth a financial statement at
the end of May, and every month thereafter.
DIRECTOR's REPORT
At this time Mr. Brenna outlined golf course development to date and
that which will be undertaken this season.
Mr. Brenna stated that the golf cart storage building bid opening will
take place on June 9, 1970.
Mr. Brenna stated that the Brookview 9crk road excavation and graveling
operation should be completed by June 20, 1970. Mr. Brenna mentioned
that the bid opening for the water, sewer and electrical utilities for
the Brookview Park will be held on June 11, 1970.
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There being no further business, the Park and Recreation Board adjourned
at 10:30 p.m.
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