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Open Space & Recreation� Commission
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March 25, 2019 -6:30 pm
Valley Room North
Brookview Golden Valley
316 Brookview Parkway S
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Speltz.
Roll Call
Commissioners present: Roger Bergman, Cindy Carow-Schiebe, Max Hyberger, Bob Mattison,
Matthew Sanders, and Della Dami.
Commissioners absent: John Cornelius, Kelly Kuebelbeck, Kimberly Sanberg, and Dawn Speltz.
Rick Birno, Director of Parks and Recreation; John Stutzman, Recreation
Supervisor; Heidi Weiler, Recreation Coordinator; Emily Goellner, Senior
Planner/Grant Writer; and Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant.
Staff present:
Approval of Minutes
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Hyberger to approve the February 25, 2019 meeting
minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
New Trail Connection Grant for Laurel and Colorado -Letter of Support (Emily Goellner)
Goellner explained the City's request for a letter of support from the OSRC for the DNR Trail Connection
Grant Program. She explained the scope of the project and how it would benefit the City and its
residents. If the City is selected for the grant, construction would take place in 2020.
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Sanders to submit a letter of support for the DNR Trail
Connection Grant Program. Motion carried unanimously.
Introduce Heidi Weiler, Recreation Coordinator
Weiler gave a brief summary of her experience prior to Golden Valley, which included Summer Staff
Coordinator for Golden Valley in the summer of 2018. She added in her current role, she assisted Brian
Erickson, Recreation Coordinator, with warming house staff and the Step To It program. She also assisted
John Stutzman, Recreation Coordinator, with the youth basketball program, and will be assisting him
with the summer programs this year.
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2019 Summer Park Program Update (John Stutzman)
Stutzman discussed the upcoming 2019 summer programs. He said registration numbers are really good
this year. He shared information on new programs and changes to existing programs, which included:
New Playground Adventure 2.0 program for ages 7-12 at Hampshire
Playground Adventure Van now available on Fridays at Hampshire
-A third week was added to Camp Valley-A new Junior Playground Leader program for ages 14-15
New discount for registering for multiple Field Trips at once
New Junior Rangers bike program for ages 7-9
2019 Parks, Recreation, Brookview, and Golf Fee Review
Birno shared 2019 fees with the OSRC. He said the fees are set by staff and approved by the City Council.
He said one of the goals when setting fees is to be family budget friendly and stay close to surrounding
communities.
Birno added that there are three separate budgets for Brookview. They include Brookview building
revenue budget, Parks and Recreation general budget, and an enterprise budget which includes the golf
operations.
2019 Resolution to Approve Recognized Golden Valley Youth Athletic Associations
Birno presented a list of potential recognized Golden Valley Youth Athletic Associations. They
include: Golden Valley Little League, Golden Valley Girls' Softball, Park Valley United FC, Armstrong
Cooper Youth Baseball, Armstrong-Cooper Youth Hockey, Hopkins Youth Hockey, Cooper-Armstron g
Girls' Fast Pitch, and Armstrong-Cooper Youth Lacrosse.
Mattison asked if the City received insurance information and by-laws for each organization. Birno noted
they are requested annually. He also said Greg Simmons, Recreation and Facilities Supervisor, works with
each association to obtain the necessary documentation.
MOTION moved by Sanders and seconded by Hyberger to approve the resolution recognizing the Golden
Valley Youth Athletic Associations. Motion carried unanimously.
Commission and Staff Updates
A.Commission Updates
Carow-Schiebe said there is a large amount of garbage and junk at Sochacki Park. Birno said back in
the 60s, the site was used as a disposal area for street reconstruction. He said adding the Blue Line
and other amenities could help with some dean-up of specific areas.
B.Scheid Park Play Structure
Birno said 40-50 people attended the final selection for the play structure at Scheid Park. He said
they are in the process of fine tuning details, which includes adding two more benches.
C.Sota Clothing SK
Birno said the event was a success with around 150 participants.
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D.Goose and Turkey Removal Plans Approved by City Council
Birno said the plans were approved by City Council and they are moving forward.
E.Updated Park Policy Signage
Birno displayed a sample of the new signs to the OSRC.
F.Medley Park Public Input Meeting (April 2)
Birno said a public input meeting is scheduled for April 2 to discuss the proposed removal of tennis
courts, and the potential addition of a community garden and off-leash pet exercise area. Dami said
the area gets very wet. Birno said drain tile could possibly be added if the project comes to fruition.
G.Run The Valley (April 13)
Birno said the annual run will take place April 13 starting at Brookview.
H.Board and Commission Dinner (April 29, 5:30 pm)
Birno reminded the OSRC about the April 29 Board and Commission dinner.
I.Proposal for Field/Dugout Improvements
Birno said they received three quotes for the project, which consists of 14 new dugouts and field
improvements within various parks, and new backstops at Schaper.
Adjourn
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Carow-Schiebe to adjourn at 8:30 pm.
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