5-22-18 Open Space and Recreation CommissionMay 22,2018
1. alli to Order
Mattison called the meeting to order at 6:35 pm.
2. Roll Call
Commissioners: Cindy Carow-Schiebe, John Cornelius, Max Hyberger, Bob Mattison, Kimberly
Sanberg, Matthew Sanders, and Dawn Speltz.
Absent: Roger Bergman and Kelly Kuebelbeck.
Staff: Rick Birno, Director of Parks and Recreation, Sheila Van Sloun, Parks and Recreation
Administrative Assistant; and John Stutzman, Recreation Supervisor.
3. agenda Changes or Additions
None.
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MOTION: Moved by Cornelius and seconded by Speltz to approve the April 23, 2018 meeting
minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
S. Welcome New Commissioner Max Hyberger
New Commissioner Member Max Hyberger was welcomed by Mattison. Introductions by all followed.
6. Proposed Parks CIP Review
Birno reviewed the proposed 2019-2023 Park Capital Improvement Plan with the Commission. Some
items discussed were: park shelter building improvements, parking lot replacement at Medley Park,
budgeting for tennis court lights at the Wesley Park, community gardens, off -leash pet exercise areas
and scheduled athletic facility improvements. Park dedication fees were also reviewed and discussed.
Speltz suggested there be more communication on social media regarding the opening of the new
tennis courts and pickleball courts for residents.
The commission suggested an agenda item be added to a future meeting to begin discussing updates
and improvements for park shelter buildings.
Commission members also noted the importance of the Open Space and Recreation Commission and
community involvement during the early stages of any planning at Scheid Park for any potential
changes in the future.
MOTION: Moved by Speltz and seconded by Sanberg to send the proposed 2019-2023 Park Capital
Improvement Plan to Council. Motion carried unanimously.
7. Severe Weather Guidelines
Stutzman explained the need for updating the guidelines. He said he consulted with surrounding
cities and found there are varying standards. Mattison shared thoughts and suggestions based on his
research. Discussion focused on developing a standard to move forward. After brief discussion, the
Commission made minor adjustments to the guidelines and recommended staff have the document
reviewed by the League of Minnesota Cities.
Updated8. Review OSRC
informedBirno - commission that the bylaws have been - o -• and no changes were
implemented from the previous review.
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9. Commission and Staff Updates
• Commissioner Updates
Cornelius said the OSRC annual report was presented to Council on May 8. He said it was
well received.
Mattison said the sun shelter slab has been installed at Schaper Park.
Speltz said Golden Valley Little League has been struggling with no lights on fields one and
three at Isaacson. She said games have had to be rescheduled.
• Major Upcoming Brookview Events - Birno said the Smile Network is hosting their annual
fundraiser in June. WCCO and Dave Lee are hosting an event in August. Andrew Zimmer is
hosting a disc golf tournament in September.
• Brookview Phase III Construction Update - Birno said work is moving along and should be
complete by mid-August.
• Tennis and Pickleball Court Construction Update - Birno said the project is moving along and
should be complete mid-August.
• New Recreation Supervisor - Birno said the City received 107 applications. He said the position
was awarded to Greg Simmons.
• Annual Commission Dinner -- Birno said the annual commission dinner will be held on May 29
at 5:30 pm at Brookview.
10. Aftouirnimerrt
MOTION: Moved by Speltz and seconded by Sanders to adjourn at 8:35 pm. Motion carried
unanimously.
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