minutes-osrc-regular-nov-23-20
November 23, 2020 – 6:30 pm
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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm by Cornelius.
2. Roll Call
Commissioners present: Roger Bergman, John Cornelius, Della Daml, Bill Delaney, Kelly
Kuebelbeck, Bob Mattison, Matthew Sanders, Dawn Speltz, Linden
Weiswerda, and Brian Wright
Commissioners absent: None
Staff present: Rick Birno, Parks andRecreation Director; Brian Erickson, Recreation
Supervisor; Eric Eckman, Environmental Resources Supervisor; and
Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant
3. Agenda Changes or Additions
Cornelius requested a brief follow-up discussion from the previous meeting regarding the Off-Leash
Ordinance.
4. Approval of October 26, 2020 Minutes
MOTION moved by Mattison and seconded by Bergman to approve the October 26, 2020 meeting
minutes. Motion carried unanimously.
5. Decola Ponds E & F – SEA School Wildwood Park Update – Eric Eckman
Eckman shared details on the long-term flood mitigation plan. The plan potentially includes several
capital projects that will provide additional flood storage and develop new ponds, wetlands, and or
below-ground storage throughout the watershed. The improvements would slow the flow of water
to flood prone areasin Golden Valley. Eric discussed initial data and design concepts for the SEA
School-Wildwood Park Flood Reduction Project. He noted that the process is still in the study stage to
explore all options for the long-term Flood Mitigation Plan.
Eckman shared the initial three designconcept plans for Wildwood Parkalong with resident concerns
heard by staff regarding the project. Commission members spent time reviewing each plan and
asking questions. Kuebelbeck shared neighborhood concerns regarding the proposed narrowing of
streets and the impact of a potential lack of parking.
Eckman encouraged the Commissioners to continue sharing questions, concerns, and feedback they
receive from residents.
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Cornelius requested Eckmanreturn for a follow-up at a future meeting to review the next stage of
the design concepts. Eckman confirmed he would work with Parks and Recreation staff and plan to
return to the March meeting.
6. Winter Rink 2020/2021 Operation Update
Birno said in accordance with Executive Orders issued by Governor Walz, warming houses will remain
closed for the season, however rinks will be maintained. He also said portable toilets and outdoor
seating benches will be available at all rinks, along withoutdoor rink lights on timersuntil 9 pm daily.
7. Noah Joynes Youth Recreation Fund
Birno shared information on the Noah Joynes Youth Recreation Fund. Noah’s Fund was created by
the Joynes family to celebrate the life of Noah Joynes, a former Parks and Recreation employee and
resident of Golden Valley. The fund will provide financial support for youth in Golden Valley to
participate in recreational and educational activities, programs, athletics, and events. The fund also
provides grants for the improvement or addition of community youth recreation amenities.
8. Nuisance Wildlife Removal Update
Birno gave an update on the annual agreement with the USDA for the removal of nuisance wildlife.
He said the City was granted 25 permits for deer and 25 permits for turkey. The removalprocess is
set to begin December 1 and conclude at the end of March.
9. COVID 19 - Parks and Recreation Services Update
Birno gave an update on the status of Brookview. He noted that all cooperative programs and
outdoor pub curling leagues have been cancelled with refunds being offered to those registered. All
outdoor youth recreation programs have been postponed until winter break.
The Three One Six Bar + Grill is closed until the Wednesday after Thanksgiving, which will then only
offer take-out orders with a limited menu. Birno said the Three One Six had a great spring, summer,
and fall season, and staff did a great job following social distancing guidelines and COVID-19
precautions.
10. Commission and Staff Updates
Dog Leash Ordinance
Cornelius opened discussion for any additional input regarding the Off-Leash Ordinance update.
Birno asked the Commission if they had any additional information to add to the ordinance
summary review and recommendation to be forwarded to the Police Chief and City Attorney.
Mattison suggested possibly adding specific language to the ordinance regarding more aggressive
enforcement for pet clean-up andtrash. Possibly improve the park signage and addpet bag
stations. Mattison also suggested a future discussion regarding off-leash areas throughout the
park system that are not enclosed.Birno said he would add the topic to a future agenda for
discussion.
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Commissioner Updates
-Cornelius said ground cover that wasplaced by City maintenance staff have made thelow wet
area near the Wesley tennis courts much better.
-Weiswerda notedhe left a message for Al Lundstrom regarding a tree hanging over a trail
near Golden Ridge Park, and 24-hours later it had been removed.
-Mattison congratulated Al Lundstrom and the maintenance staff on their recent help with a
fire rescue at a residential fire on Harold Ave.
Lighted WinterMulti-UseTrail at Brookview
Birno said the solar LED lights have been installed on the winter multi-use trail at Brookview
for a second season. Staff also expanded the multi-use winter trail to the northwest corner of
the golf course.Birno noted that the new trail addition does not have lights.Daml asked if
snowshoeing was permitted and Birno said yes. He addedParks andRecreation staffis
offering a snowshoeing program for youth at Brookview over winter break.
Three One Six Bar + Grill Hours
Birno shared the new hours, Wed-Fri 4-8 pm and Sat 12-7 pm. Closed Sun-Tue.
No December meeting – next scheduled meeting is January 25, 2021
Birnoremindedthe Commission of the next OSRC meeting on January 25, 2021 at 6:30 pm.
11. Adjournment
MOTION moved by Bergman and seconded by Kuebelbeck to adjourn at 8:55 pm. Motion carried
unanimously.
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John Cornelius, Chair
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Sheila Van Sloun, Administrative Assistant