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GOLDEN VALLEY OPEN SPACE & RECREATION COMMISSION
& ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION
Meeting Minutes
June 22, 2015
Call to Order
Mattison called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm.
Roll Call:
Present:
Open Space and Recreation Commissioners: Roger Bergman, John Cornelius, Kelly
Kuebelbeck, Bob Mattison, Gillian Rosenquist, Anne Saffert, Jerry Sandler, Dawn Speltz, and
Dan Steinberg. Environmental Commissioners: Tracy Anderson, Tonia Galonska, Lynn
Gitelis, Dawn Hill, Larry Johnson, Jim Stremel, and Debra Yahle. Bassett Creek Watershed
Representative, Linda Loomis. Director of Parks and Recreation, Rick Birno; Public Works
Specialist, Eric Eckman; and Administrative Assistant, Sheila Van Sloun.
1. LRT Station Planning Final Report
Eckman shared the final report and answered questions. He said the information will be used to
inform the Comprehensive Plan in the future. He said the final report is currently being shared with
the Environmental, Planning, and Open Space and Recreation Commissions for review and feedback.
In July, it will be submitted to the City Council to be received and filed.
A few Commissioners expressed concern on the environmental impact of the proposed project. Gitelis
said if the issues are not addressed, they will need to be taken to a higher level.
Speltz added that we should not forget about the positive impact of less cars on our roads, including
less emissions.
Mattison said nowhere in the report is parking addressed. He expressed concern about parking at the
proposed stations.
The Commissioners agreed that their main concerns are:
1)Reconstruction of Golden Valley Road
2)Connections to Three Rivers Park District
3)Parking
4)A larger percentage of Golden Valley residents are not within a ½ mile of either station
Eckman concluded by saying other comments and concerns can be submitted to David Davies,
Outreach Coordinator for Golden Valley with Metro Transit.
2. Bassett Creek Watershed Plan Presentation
Loomis said state law requires the Bassett Creek Watershed Plan be updated every ten years. She then
presented an overview of the proposed and updated plan, including the addition of impact design
standards and buffer standards.
3. Trails and Sidewalk Discussion
Mattison proposed the Sidewalk Committee be reestablished to dive into sidewalk and trail issues. He
said the committee needs to stay alive and dedicated to action.
Eckman displayed a city map illustrating existing and proposed sidewalks and trails. Commissioners
then discussed problem areas and issues, which are documented in the Open Space and Parcels
Discussion.
Minutes of the Open Space and Recreation and Environmental Commissions
June 22, 2015
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Direction to staff is to reconvene the Sidewalk Committee or Task Force. Staff will review options and
present recommendations at a future meeting.
4. Open Space Parcels Discussion
Commissioners viewed a map and discussed open space parcels in the city, and listed those that
have the potential for park land use, which are: #7 (Tree Farm), #35, #36, #37, #38, #62, #63, #67
(access areas), #78, #80 (Sochacki access points), #82, #83 (trail connections), #117, and #130
(sidewalk connections).
5. Commission Member Jerry Sandler Final Meeting
Mattison gave a farewell to commission member Sandler recognizing his accomplishments and
thanking him for his service to the community. Mr. Sandler has served on the Open Space and
Recreation Commission since 1999.
6. Adjournment
MOTION:
Moved by Steinberg and seconded by Bergman to adjourn at 9:03 pm. Motion carried
unanimously.
ATTEST: Bob Mattison, Chair
Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant