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2-24-1992OPEN SPACE & RECREATION COMMISSION February 24, 1992 Members present: Chair Pat Borchert, George Murad, Rich Krahulec and Jim Johnson. Also pre- sent were Skip Hall and Ray Kauffman from the Girls Fastpitch Association, Rick Jacobson and Sharyl Thompson. AGENDA CHANGES OR ADDITIONS Greg Spencer, Golf Course Superintendent, was unable to attend the meeting. His presentation will be re -scheduled for the March meeting. Rick Jacobson added a discussion item of the deer population in Golden Valley to the agenda. MINUTES A motion was made by Rich Krahulec and seconded by Jim Johnson to approve the minutes of January 27, 1992. Motion carried. GOLDEN VALLEY GIRLS FASTPITCH REPORT Ray Kauffman and Skip Hall, representing the Girls Fastpitch Association, gave a report on their program. There has been a substantial increase in the number of participants over the years. They expect to have nine teams this summer, which is a fifty percent increase in participation and results in a shortage of practice fields. Ray and Skip presented an outline showing the history of participa- tion, objects, coaching development and the uniqueness of the Golden Valley program. Golden Valley will host a tournament at Lions Park on July 26-27, 1992. The Commission expressed their appreciation for the good work of Skip and Ray. POOL TASK FORCE UPDATE Rick Jacobson reported that four architects were interviewed by City staff and one representative from the Pool Task Force. The consulting firm selected was Gremmer-Ohm, which has extensive experience building outdoor pools. The City Council will act on this recommendation at their March 2nd Council meeting. OLD BUSINESS Pat Borchert inquired if any more had been done regarding the use of Lions Park for soccer fields, with additional lighting installed. Rick Jacobson responded that there had been no further action to date. NEW BUSINESS Rick Jacobson reported that Mayor Bakken had received a letter requesting that the City pass an ordinance prohibiting the feeding of deer. The Council authorized staff to contract with the DNR to conduct a deer count in Golden Valley. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Rich Krahulec and seconded by Jim Johnson to adjourn.