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Commission February 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, Kelly Kuebelbeck,
Kimberly Sanberg, Dawn Speltz, and Della Daml.
Commissioners absent: John Cornelius, Bob Mattison, and Matthew Sanders.
Staff present: Rick Birno, Director of Parks and Recreation; Kim Straw, Restaurant and
Catering Manager; Sara Hansen, Facility Coordinator; Eric Eckman,
Development and Assets Supervisor; and Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative
Assistant.
Approval of Minutes
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Sanberg to approve the amended November 26, 2018
meeting minutes.
DeCola Ponds Project Update with Eric Eckman
Eckman gave details on the DeCola Ponds Project, which includes support from the cities of Golden
Valley, New Hope, and Crystal. He shared information on flood events throughout the years, as well as
how the floods have impacted the City. He explained the plan is to expand flood storage in the areas of
Medicine Lake Road and Winnetka Avenue and create storm water flood proof structures in that area.
The goal of the project is to reduce risk and severity of flooding to 39 structures in the area and on
Medicine Lake Road and Winnetka Avenue.
Introduce Sarah Hansen, Brookview Facility Coordinator
Hansen is the new Facility Coordinator for Brookview. Her main responsibilities will include: giving tours
of the facility to potential rental clients, working with existing clients on event details, and providing
follow up on events. Hansen said she grew up in Golden Valley and has previously worked for the Parks
and Recreation Department with summer playgrounds and as a Building Supervisor. Prior to accepting
this position, she worked for New Hope Parks and Recreation for six years, and a non-profit organization
serving the St. Michael/Albertville community.
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2018 Banquet and Restaurant Update with Kim Straw
Straw said it's her sixteenth year working for Brookview. She briefly discussed 2018 Brookview rentals, as
well as challenges faced in 2018, and transitioning Brookview rentals to the new Facility Coordinator,
Sarah Hansen. She said she is looking forward to the growth in 2019 and exploring rental add-on's to
create a one -stop -shop for clients.
Straw then shared upcoming events and promotions, which include: Music on the patio at Three One Six
from June through Labor Day, two Sunday Brunches, daily Happy Hours, and the new Brookview Golf
Club Membership that allows patrons a discount at the Three One Six, plus loyalty rewards. She said she
updates the Three One Six menu seasonally. She also hopes to add Brookview to Instagram.
2018 OSRC Annual Report and 2019 Work Plan/2018 Program and Facility Statistics
Birno said Speltz presented the Annual Report to the City Council earlier this month. He said the City
Council was appreciative and complimentary regarding all the wonderful work of the Open Space and
Recreation Commission.
Commission and Staff Updates
A. Commission Updates
Speltz shared a complaint from Facebook regarding Hampshire Park summer playground programs.
Birno said he would ask John Sturtman, Recreation Supervisor, to attend a future meeting to discuss.
B. HYSP Grant Award
Birno said the City was awarded the $96K grant, which will be used to build 14 fenced dugouts and
make improvements on seven softball fields. The project will begin in July.
C. APWA Public Works Project of the Year Award
Birno said Brookview was nominated for the award. With the help of HGA, the nomination packet
was submitted in January..
D. Brookview's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Birno said Brookview will celebrate its 50th Anniversary July 26-28 with golf, lawn bowling, and Three
One Six specials all weekend, as well as a DJ on Friday, and live music on Saturday and Sunday.
E. Scheid Park Tennis Courts
Birno said the courts at Scheid will no longer be maintained due to their condition. New courts will be
reconstructed by staff in the 2020-2024 Parks CIP budget.
F. Scheid Park Play Structure Selection Meeting
Birno said on March 5 a playground selection meeting was held where residents were able to vote
and select the new structure.
G. Brookview Comedy Nights
Birno said Brookview hosted two sold out shows in January and February. Brookview plans to offer
four shows next year.
H. Sota Clothing SK
Birno said Brookview Golf Course will be hosting the race for the second year, on Saturday, March 2.
He said the trails on the course are well groomed.
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I. Disc Golf at Brookview
Birno said there are currently three leagues and several tournaments have taken place. He said the
business is growing.
New Junior Park Leader Program
Birno said this new volunteer program was created to provide a great learning experience for 14 and
15 year old and hopefully create future park leaders. The program will include volunteer perks.
Adjourn
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Carow-Schiebe to adjourn at 8:10 pm.
Bob Mattison, Chair
Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant