2011.02.02 PRC Minutes
Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Minutes
February 2, 2011
The Crystal Parks and Recreation Commission meeting was called to order at 7:03 pm
by Chairperson Lynn Haney. Commission members in attendance were: Ms. Merriam,
Ms. Sodd, Mr. Lehnertz, Mr. Schuneman and Mr. Moewes-Bystrom. Also present were:
Ms. Moore from the City Council; Mr. Rauen and Mr. Berggren from the city staff.
The minutes were approved as sent.
Ms. Haney gave the Chairperson Report. The Commission discussed the 2011 work
plan. They approved the work plan as amended.
Moved by Mr. Moewes-Bystrom and seconded by Ms. Sodd to
Move forward with the 2011 work plan as amended.
Motion carried - unanimous .
The Commission would like to keep all items of the 2011 work plan in tact, with the
exception of investigating the Welcome Avenue (between 46 th – 47 th options. They feel
that all items are important tasks for them to work towards.
Ms. Haney led the Commission in a discussion/review of the Long Range Plan project
grid. The Commission designated the top priority at each park, and hopes to work at
completing these top priorities as funds become available over the next few years.
Ms. Haney read the Memo from Ms. Lewis regarding the change in ward designation for
Mr. Schuneman. Mr. Schuneman agreed to be re-designated from an at-large position
to representing Ward 1.
Moved by Mr. Moewes-Bystrom and seconded by Ms. Sodd to
Move forward with the 2011 work plan as amended.
Motion carried - unanimous .
Ms. Haney led the Commission in reviewing the changes that were made to the Special
Event permit fees that had been revised. They liked the changes that were made.
Commission members were notified that the City Council will be discussing the Special
Event Ordinance at the February 15 th work session. The Ordinance is currently being
amended by the City Attorney and Ms. Hackett will make the Ordinance available to the
Commission before the February 15 th work session.
The bike-walk event was discussed. Mr. Berggren discussed some of the details of the
event including the date of the event, which will be Sunday, July 5. Mr. Berggren also
mentioned the funds that each city will be provided from Hennepin County in order to
help with the City’s expenses.
The monthly reports were reviewed, highlighting major activities.
Ms. Moore gave the City Council report:
· The City purchased a new back ho
· 639 Wetland project was completed at the cost of $462,000
· Phase 11 project is ongoing
· Local 49 approved their contract for 2011, which included a 1% pay increase.
The City will also be contributing more towards health insurance.
Ms. Haney reported on the Crystal Frolics Committee. The Frolics Committee is looking
for a group to run the 2011 parade, which will commence down Douglas Drive. The
Commission also agreed to facilitate the Frolics button contest for 2011. They will be
giving away more “Active” prizes this year with the top prize being a bicycle. Ms. Haney
will be soliciting groups to donate funds for the awards.
Mr. Jungroth was not present to give the Crystal Business Association report.
The Commission would like to have a discussion at the March meeting about the limited
concessions at the Crystal Cove Aquatic Center for 2011.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:37pm.
Scott Berggren
Recorder