2010.12.01 PRC MinutesCrystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Minutes
December 1, 2010
The Crystal Parks and Recreation Commission meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm
by Chairperson Lynn Haney. Commission members in attendance were: Mr.
Schuneman, Ms. Sodd, Mr. Lehnertz and Mr. Moewes-Bystrom. There was not a
quorum at meeting start time. Ms. Merriam arrived at 8 p.m. to make a quorum. Also
present were: Mr. Selton from the City Council; Mr. Rauen and Ms. Hackett from the city
staff. Additionally, resident Tom Abbott was in attendance.
The Commission reviewed the 2010 work plan and updated the status. A final review
will be held at the January meeting so it can be submitted to the City Council as the year
end report.
Ms. Hackett reminded the Commission of the upcoming Crystal Sparkles and Winterfest
events.
The Commission reviewed the Yunker Park memo. Mr. Rauen reviewed the cost
estimates for removing the building and installing a sun shelter and a pathway. The
Commission decided that they should have an outdoor meeting at Yunker to get
neighborhood input on the plan. The Commission then discussed the Forest Park
building in regards to doing something similar to still have the restrooms for the soccer
field but have a shaded area for teams and families to use. It was decided that this
concept should be discussed more and a neighborhood meeting should be scheduled at
Forest.
Mr. Rauen reviewed the RFP for shoreline planting at Twin Lake Shores. He will inform
the Commission when responses are received.
Ms. Hackett updated the Commission on the Fond of the Pond group. They will have a
neighborhood meeting in January.
The wording of the dog park sign was reviewed and 2 signs will be ordered. The city will
purchase the signs if the dog park committee chooses not to purchase them. The dog
park group is not in favor of having the grooming rule on the sign, however the
Commission and Council felt it should be on there is people are doing this at the park.
Upon the arrival of Ms. Merriam, the following motion was made:
Moved by Mr. Moewes-Bystrom and seconded by Ms. Sodd to
recommend that the dog park sign be made with the grooming rule as
stated. Motion carried – unanimous.
Ms. Hackett reminded the Commission of the work session on the Bassett Creek
Regional Trail.
Ms. Hackett informed the Commission that she is working on a memo that includes a
possible ordinance change regarding special events in the parks. More information will
be available at the January meeting.
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The monthly reports were reviewed, highlighting major activities.
Mr. Selton gave the City Council report:
Cell tower locations are in discussion – the current application has been pulled.
An amendment to the City Charter is waiting for vote.
Highway 81 construction is ongoing.
A medical office complex is being considered along Highway 81.
There was not a Crystal Frolics Report.
There was not a Crystal Business Report; however Ms. Haney informed the Commission
that there will be CBA ads in the Clip and Save.
The minutes were approved.
Commission elections were held:
Chair Lynn Haney
Vice Chair Tom Jungroth
Secretary Matthew Lehnertz
The meeting was adjourned at 8:10pm.
Gene Hackett
Recorder