5-24-2004CALL TO ORDER
Sandler called meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL
IV.
Present: Open Space and Recreation Commission: Jim Vaughan, Tom Zins, Jim Johnson, Liz Elder,
James Heine, Chuck Cahill, Jerry Sandler
City Staff Rick Jacobson, Director of Parks and Recreation; Sue Cook, Recreation Supervisor;
Sheila Van Sloun, Parks and Recreation Administrative Assistant
Others: Jim Slettebak, Golden Valley Little League
Absent: Open Space and Recreation Commission: Tom Kuelbs, Roger McConico
AGENDA CHANGES OR ADDITIONS
None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES — April 26, 2004
MOTION: Moved by Cahill and seconded by Johnson to approve the minutes. Motion carried
unanimously.
V. GOLDEN VALLEY LITTLE LEAGUE UPDATE — Jim Slettebak
Jim Slettebak gave details on the program and updated the Commission on its events. He stated that
participant numbers have gone up in the last few years, and added that Little League has been in Golden
Valley for 49 years.
Slettebak said the league is for Golden Valley boys and girls ages 7-12 and consists of three divisions.
The Major League is for ages 10-12 and consists of 5 teams with 12 participants on each. The Minor
League is for ages 9-12 and consists of 4 teams with 12-13 participants on each, and the Blue League is
for ages 7-8 and consists of 8 teams with 12 participants on each. He stated that there are 208
participants registered this year, adding that 208 also registered in 2003, 196 in 2002, and 188 in 2001.
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Sandler added that in the 70's there were 300+ registered participants. He believes the current numbers
are a result of community population changes and the addition of many more youth activities.
Slettebak stated that end of season tournaments are usually done by July 4. He said that they usually
have 3 teams that participate in post -season tournaments after July 4. Slettebak said that Little League
also has a Gold League tournament for the Minor League division which consists of 40 teams from 6
surrounding cities and takes place late June and early July on fields from participating cities.
Slettebak explained that the league uses numerous fields throughout the city and stated that the league
is pleased with the support from the Golden Valley Recreation staff, as well as, for the outstanding
condition of the fields by the Maintenance staff.
Slettebak then gave details on long and short term goals for the league including the impact on the
Honeywell field area if the water treatment plant becomes a reality and how that would affect the ability
to add a second little league filed, a second batting cage, permanent restrooms and off street parking.
Slettebak then mentioned the possibility of lighting additional fields and adding concessions.
Vaughan asked about female participants. Slettebak stated that there are currently about 10-14 in the
league, one of which is 12 years old and plays in the Major League.
Tom Zins added that he feels that Little League is a really good program and is to be commended.
VI. RECREATION REPORT — Sue Cook
Cook updated the Commission on programs going on in the following areas: Davis Community Center,
Youth and Mites Basketball, Adopt -a -Park, Adult Softball Leagues, Tennis activities, Concerts in the Park,
and NEW Summer Day Camps.
Cook then gave details on the upcoming "Welcome Back to Brookview" event to be held on June 7 at
Brookview Park. She discussed the Concerts in the Park and distributed flyers advertising summer
programs and happenings.
Vaughan asked Cook if signs were provided for those that adopt a park. Cook explained that signs are
provided, as well as, recognition in the brochure and on the City's website.
Sandler asked about the responsibilities of the Adopt -a -Park participants. Cook stated that at a minimum
they do general clean-up of their areas in the spring and fall, as well as, keep city staff informed on
concerns regarding the parks.
Sandler inquired about funding for the Concerts in the Park. Cook stated that the Golden Valley
Federated Women's Club made a generous donation for the Concerts.
The Commission thanked Sue for an outstanding job.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
1) Sidewalk & Trail Policy
Sandler and Jacobson reviewed with the Commission the revised Sidewalk and Trail Policy as
approved by the Council at their May 18 Council meeting. The policy incorporates input from both
the Open Space and Recreation and Environmental Commissions, along with language pertaining to
state and federal accessibility requirements. Sandler then asked the commission how they felt
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regarding the paving of the trail in South Tyrol Park, discussion then focused on the Commissions
previous recommendation to the Council regarding the paving of the South Tyrol trail. Discussion
then focused on the Commission's previous recommendation to the Council regarding the paving of
the trail. 0
MOTION: Moved by Zins and seconded by Johnson to reaffirm the Commission's previous
recommendation to the Council to pave the South Tyrol Park trail. Motion carried
with six ayes and Commissioner Heine abstained from voting as he was just
recently appointed.
2) Envision Golden Valley
No report.
VII1. OTHER BUSINESS
None.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Moved by Johnson, seconded by Elder to adjourn at 8:15 p.m. Motion carried
unanimously.
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