7-24-1989OPEN SPACE & RECREATION COMMISSION
JULY 24, 1989
Members present: Chair Anderegg, Vice -chair Bergh, Chuck Burmeister, Jim Johnson, Michele
Bix, George Murad, and Rick Groger. Also present were Rick Jacobson and Sandy Coughlin, GV
Babe Ruth Association.
There were no agenda changes or additions.
MINUTES - JUNE 2601989
A motion was made by Chuck Burmeister and seconded by Jim Johnson to approve the minutes of
June 26th. Motion carried.
BABE RUTH ASSOCIATION REPORT
Sandy Coughlin, President of Babe Ruth, was present to report on the past season. Sandy
explained this had been a good year. She said the condition of the fields was excellent, and
appreciated the fine cooperation from the City. Last year Babe Ruth had paid for some
asphalting, and the City finished the project this summer. The numer of participants seems to be
on the rise, especially with the increase in numbers in the Little League program.
BROOKVIEW PARK MASTER PLAN
Rick Jacobson briefly explained that some work needs to be done at Brookview Park, but rather
than just do individual projects, it was decided to formulate a master plan for the entire Brookview
Recreation Area, excluding the golf course. Drainage problems, water storage and overall park
usage will be considered. Rick asked the Commissioners for ideas of what they would like to see
done. The suggestions made include:
* landscaping, trees, paths, lots of flowers on northeast corner (behind tennis courts)
*sculpture art
* pool
* some sort of Golden Valley "landmark" '
* interrppretive Id with history of Bassett Creek
*gazebo facing western view over golf course
innovative play structure (tot area, older kids area)
* amphitheatre
BUDGET PROCESS
Rick Jacobson reported that the 1990 budget process has begun. Department heads will be
meeting during the week of August 21st to prepare the budget for presentation to City Council.
OTHER BUSINESS
Rick Jacobson reported that the driving range improvements have been put on hold because all of
the bids came in over budget.
George Murad commented that the Par 3 course is in great shape.
Rick Jacobson informed the Commissioners that a committee of residents, headed by Marti
Micks, has been formed to get an outdoor pool. Rick had gotten some information on the cost of
pool construction which would be $1.5 to $2 million. Various site suggestions were made
including purchasing the Golden Valley Lutheran College property. This property includes 30
acres of land and the building selling for around $4 million.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion was made by George Murad and seconded by Rick Groger to adjourn.
The next meeting will be Monday, August 28, 1989, 7:00 PM at Brookview Community Center.
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