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2-28-1994OPEN IJ E',A CREATION COMMISSION bruary 28,199 Members present: Tom Zins, Jim' sqI i, 3eorge Murad,alt Borchert, Rich Krahulec, Chuck Cahill and Alex Azemove. Also present n Fredsall and fancy Whitney, residents; Rick Birno, Rick Jacobson and Sharyl Thompson. There were no agenda changes or iol MIl�UTES A motion was made by Alex Azerw and iseconded by Jim Johnson to approve the minutes of January 24, 1994. Motion carried. DEER MANAGEMENT PROG R k4 The Commission reviewed a d04,1 �o of the sub-committee's recommendation regarding deer management which included the fo 1 ng:'' 1. Institute an ordinance ba eer ing. (May want to consider geese and raccoons as well.) 2. Continue to count deer ye ,i 3. Continue a systematic mett c aid' III f recording calls regarding deer. 4. Request more details fro P lice department as to car accidents involving deer, as well as a record of deer fatalities. 5. Utilize City Communicatioord for to provide educational material to residents: a. through the City p1,de ion b. printed material anos ' able for residents to obtain or check out C. information would t p llents, fencing, vegetation, seminars d. work with DNR pe s O' el to alk with residents 6. Ask MnDot to post signs c r oPel along Highways 55 and 100 warning of deer. Rick Jacobson stated that a dr py f the feeding ban ordinance would be forthcoming to the Council.. An additional sample ordio ace MR be presented regarding feeding of wild animals (geese) on public property. A motion was made by Jim Johns o d 0econded by Pat Borchert to adopt the report and submit the ouncil recommendations to City Council.' I, RECREATION REPORT - RI Rick Birno gave a review of the Wtt' „ i, pr9gruns. Z;9 He also presented an outline of the summer programs. Added this year are soccer, sand volleyball, Base- ball Skills Camp, Sports, Games & More, Chess Club, Bird Feeding & Houses, Holiday Crafts, Beach Party, Wild Mountain, Minnesota Zoo, and a second Water Day. Rick explained that evening T -ball was not being offered due to a shortage of ball fields. Presently the fields are being used by Girls Slowpitch and Fastpitch, Adult Slowpitch, Little League, Soccer, and Babe Ruth. To take fields away from these existing successful programs with volunteer coaches, did not receive support from any Commissioners. There was some discussion regarding the difficulty with Fall Soccer team selection. The program generates over;300 participants and a few complaints have been registered regarding the balace of ability between teams. After reviewing current procedures and discussing various alternatives, it was concluded that the present procedure would be continued. OLD BUSINESS GOLDEN OAKS PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT Tom Zins reported that he and other Commission members had visited with Mibs Pearson regarding the playground equipment at Golden Oaks Park. The new equipment is visible from the Pearson's home, as was the previous equipment. The Park and Recreation Department had input from the neighborhood regarding what equipment should go in and where it should be placed. It was the consensus of the Commission that the equipment was not offensive, and they would not recommend spending any more money on the project for planting as requested by Mrs. Pearson. However, if Mrs. Pearson desired to do some planting to further obstruct her view of the playground, the City Staff would work with her. These plantings, however, should not interfere with mower access or park operations. LYLA ANDEREGG - BWGA TEE TIMES Tom Zins reported that the Commissioners had received another letter from Lyla Anderegg regarding tee times for the ladies 9 -hole golf league. It was the consensus of the Commission that Mrs. Anderegg should work through the executive board of the BWGA to facilitate any changes. George Murad will contact Mrs. Anderegg regarding this issue. NEW BUSINESS MARCH MEETING Due to several people going out of town, there may not be a meeting in March. The Commissioners would be notified at a later date. RESIGNATIONS George Murad has resigned from the Commission after having served since 1982. Pat Borchert submitted her resignation after having served since 1987. The Commission expressed their appreciation to both Pat and George for their many years of dedicated service. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by George Murad and seconded by Pat Borchert to adjourn. Motion carried.