minutes-osrc-regular-oct-23-23
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by Chair Weiswerda.
2. Roll Call
Commissioners in person: Roger Bergman, John Cornelius, Bill Delaney, Matthew Olson,
Matthew Sanders, Scott Seys, Dawn Speltz, and Linden Weiswerda,
and Brian Wright
Staff present: Rick Birno, Parks and Recreation Director; John Stutzman, Recreation
Supervisor; Maurice Harris, City Council member; and Sheila Van
Sloun, Administrative Assistant
Others present: Stephen Shurson and Danny McCullough, Three Rivers Park District
3. Land Acknowledgment Statement
Chair Weiswerda shared the Land Acknowledgment Statement with the commission.
4. Agenda Changes or Additions
None.
5. Approval of Minutes – September 11, 2023
MOTION moved by Commissioner Cornelius and seconded by Commissioner Bergman
to approve the September 11, 2023 meeting minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
6. Three Rivers Park District Presentation for the CP Regional Trail Route Recommendation
Stephen Shurson and Danny McCullough from Three Rivers Park District, shared a review on the
overall project, which includes four proposed routes through Golden Valley. They also shared
an update on their community engagement efforts and findings, and route assessments and
analysis.
After reviewing the four proposals and discussing the benefits and concerns of each option, the
commission supported option #2, which is also the recommended route of the Three Rivers
design team.
MOTION moved by Commissioner Sanders and seconded by Commissioner Olson to
recommend trail route option #2 through Golden Valley to the City Council for
consideration. Motion carried unanimously.
October 23, 2023 – 6:30 pm
Brookview Wirth Lake Room
City of Golden Valley Open Space & Recreation Commission Regular Meeting Minutes
October 23, 2023 – 6:30 pm
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7. Recreation Supervisor John Stutzman Announcement
Staff member Stutzman announced that he has accepted a new position as Director of
Recreation and Leisure Service with the City of Saint Peter. His last day in Golden Valley will be
October 30.
Commissioners congratulated John, wished him well, and shared their deep appreciation for all
his contributions to Golden Valley.
8. 2023 Park Project Update
Staff member Birno shared a brief update on all 2023 park projects and then answered questions.
Commissioner Delaney asked about winter maintenance on the Decola Ponds trail. Birno said he
would check with Al Lundstrom and invite him to a future meeting to discuss trail maintenance.
9. Commission and Staff Planning Updates
a. Commissioner updates – None
b. Securing ballfields at Schaper Park when not in use – Staff member Birno said due to pet
waste issues on Schaper fields, staff has decided to lock the gates when the fields are not in
use.
c. Natchez Park Disc Golf basket outcome – Staff member Birno said 4-6 disc golf baskets
have been offered as a donation for installation at Natchez Park. After staff met and
analyzed the location, it was determined that Natchez Park was not a good location for the
baskets. Staff declined the donation.
d. Lawn Bowling Green closing October 27 – Staff member Birno said lawn bowling will be
closing October 27.
e. Curling rinks to be installed week of November 6 – Staff member Birno said curling rinks
are scheduled to be installed the week of November 6.
f. Winter Disc Golf basket installation on golf course – Staff member Birno said disc golf
baskets will be installed in the near future as weather permits.
g. Parks and Recreation Director update – Staff member Birno announced his resignation with
Golden Valley. His last day with will be Friday, November 17. Commissioners shared their
deep appreciation for his huge impact on the City. They said he has been a pleasure to work
with and will be greatly missed by all.
h. Next OSRC meeting is scheduled for Monday, November 27, 6:30 pm at Brookview – Staff
member Birno shared details for the next scheduled OSRC meeting.
10. Adjournment
MOTION moved by Commissioner Cornelius and seconded by Commissioner Speltz to
adjourn at 7:55 pm. Motion carried unanimously.
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Linden Weiswerda, Chair
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Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant