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11-22-1993OPEN SPACE & RECREATION COMMISSION November 22, 1993 Members present: Rich Krahulec, George Murad, Alex Azemove, Marshall Rappaport, Tom Zins and Chuck Cahill. Also present were guests Marti Micks, Lyla Anderegg, Susan Fredsall, Mark Hendrickson, Nancy Whitney, and staff, Kris Tovson, Sharyl Thompson and Rick Jacobson. There were no agenda changes or additions. MINUTES A motion was made by Rich Krahulec and seconded by Marshall Rappaport to approve the minutes of October 25, 1993. Motion carried. LYLA ANDEREGG Lyla Anderegg addressed the Commission with a request that tee times for the ladies nine -hole golf league be changed to mid-morning, rather than the present early morning times. Marshall Rappaport asked if whether the tee times could be changed, and Rick Jacobson said that it was possible, but that it could have some financial impact on the course. After some discussion, it was decided that the Commission would like to have an official request or response from the ladies 9 -hole league Board of Directors by January. When that response is received, the Commission will reconsider the item. DEER MANAGEMENT PROGRAM Tom Zins reviewed the fact that the City Council has charged the Open Space Commission with the task of developing a deer management program. There were six points given for the Commission to address. Marshall Rappaport stated that he wants to know what the deer population in Golden Valley is, bring in an expert from the DNR to determine the extent of the deer problem, and then work on a management program from that information. Rick Jacobson reviewed the deer survey previously done, and said that another deer count will be done when there is sufficient snow cover. He further stated that records are now being kept on phone calls regarding problem deer including the caller's name, address and estimated cost of damage. Rick recommended that all Commissioners view the videotape of the October Council meeting where the deer problem was discussed. Rick has made that tape available. The Commission invited the residents present to give a brief statement. Susan Fredsall lives in the North Tyrol area. She would like the City to acknowledge that irradication of the deer is not realistic. Non -lethal strategies should be used to control the deer population and people should be educated on how to live with the deer. She suggested that individuals take the responsibility to protect their own property. Mark Hendrickson wanted to �rnphasize the importance of what the Commission is about to do. He felt the deer management pan should be long range, must respond to the interests of the entire community, involve information on deer themselves (their habits, life span and habitats, etc.), not only deal with the monetary costs, and clearly determine public versus private responsibility. Nancy Whitney who lives in the Tyrol Hills area expressed that her initial concern was not to do irrational or violent action due to complaints of a few people. Chuck Cahill suggested that a Task Force be formed with three Commissioners and four residents (2 from each side of the issue) to bring a report in to the Commission in January or February. Marshall Rappaport and Tom Zins felt it should be handled by the Commission since the City Council had given the charge in that manner. Rich Krahulec asked for the reason of having a March deadline. Rick Jacobson explained that the Council felt this was a reasonable length of time for the Commission to complete the project and yet be responsive to residents who have expressed concerns. A motion was made by Chuck Cahill and seconded by Marshall Rappaport to form a sub- committee of the Commission of three people who would set forth a plan for the Commission to react to in developing a deer management plan. Motion carried. Marshall Rappaport, Chuck Cahill and Rich Krahulec volunteered to serve on this sub -committee. GOLF OPERATIONS - KRIS TOVSON Kris reported that there were 51,750 rounds of golf in 1993. Catering was a big success bringing in $15,000 of revenue. The new lesson tee is completed and will be used in the spring of 1994. A new teaching pro will be hired for next year. Kris gave the Commissioners a list of budgeted improvements for 1994. Included in that is a 25th Anniversary celebration in May. There was some discussion on slow play. Kris expressed that slow play is a constant problem and that any suggestions for speeding up play would be welcome. The Commission commended Kris on her report. FEES & CHARGES Golf Course The proposed rates for 1994 were presented. George Murad felt there should be no increase in resident or senior rates and that residents should get a bigger break in green fees. A motion was made by Rich iKrahulec and seconded by Alex Azemove to accept the rates as proposed. Five members voted in favor, Murad voted against. Motion carried. Park & Recreation After reviewing proposed fees for recreation programs and facility usage, a motion was made by Chuck Cahill and seconded by Marshall Rappaport to accept the rates as proposed. Motion carried unanimously. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by George Murad and seconded by Alex Azemove to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 8:45 PM. i 1