2012.03.07 PRC Minutes
Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
Minutes
March 7, 2012
The Crystal Parks and Recreation Commission meeting was called to order at 7:05 pm
by Chairperson Tom Jungroth. Commission members in attendance were: Ms. Merriam,
Ms. Sodd, Mr. Moewes-Bystrom, Ms. Haney, Mr. Lehnertz and Ms. Hillenbrand (arrived
late). Also present were: Ms. Deshler, City Council Liaison; Ms. Moore, City Council;
Ms. Perttula from Crystal Little League; and Mr. Rauen and Ms. Hackett from the city
staff.
The January minutes and February meeting notes were approved as sent.
Mr. Jungroth reviewed the changes made to the 2012 work plan.
Moved by Ms. Merriam and seconded by Mr. Moewes-Bystrom
to accept the 2012 work plan. Motion carried – unanimous.
The Commission notebooks were updated with current information.
Mr. Jungroth suggested the CCC wireless be promoted more for building users.
Ms. Perttula reviewed the neighborhood meeting regarding lighting 2 of the baseball
fields behind the CCC. Residents asked several questions and no oppositions were
heard. She brought copies of the comment cards received.
Moved by Ms. Merriam and seconded by Ms. Haney to move
to recommend that the Crystal Little League lighting project be
forwarded to the City Council for further action. Motion
carried - unanimous
Ms. Hackett will schedule this on a future City Council agenda and inform Crystal Little
League of the date.
The Commission reviewed the final draft of the public property shore land management
policy. The policy will be posted on the city website and a summary version will be sent
out with the outdoor meeting notices. This item will be on the agendas at the outdoor
meetings so the public can have input. Rick will mark out some of the buffer areas at the
outdoor meeting sites. The Commission can finalize the policy in the fall and forward it to
the City Council.
The Friends Fond of the Pond group received a second DNR grant for Phase 2 of their
plan. They plan to come to the April meeting so the Commission can review their plans
and make sure that they are in compliance with the shore land policy. There is concern
over the long term maintenance of the project.
The Commission reviewed the Long Range Plan and discussed priorities:
Becker Park Marketing/Upgrades to make it desirable for renters; add community
special events. Additional discussion items included maintenance of the building to make
it attractive. The Commission will also have to re-examine the group use policy for the
stage. Currently the policy only states that city sponsored events can be held on stage.
It was suggested to have the Commission Appreciation there.
Finishing Lions Valley Place Hockey Rinks
Budgeting for Yunker Park building removal and park renovations
Fishing Pier Location at Twin Lake Shores
Discussion was held concerning to leave it where it is and put it out so it
can be used. Mr. Rauen explained some of the issues with the present location. A
suggestion was made to put in a boardwalk to the present location – Mr. Rauen will get
prices.
The Commission will review the Long Range Plan grid every odd month to the track
status of items.
The 2013 PIR proposed request was reviewed. Additional ideas included: tables and
chairs for Becker (not CCC hand-me-downs); professional marketing study for the
building; as well as implementing some of the above discussion items.
The monthly reports were given, highlighting major activities.
Ms. Deshler briefly discussed Council activities including a new restaurant in Crystal,
revisiting organized garbage collection and the purchase of Cavanagh School.
Ms. Haney informed the Commission of the highlights of the last Crystal Frolics meeting.
The button contest information needs to get to the schools before spring break. Judging
will be at the May meeting.
Mr. Jungroth reported that the Association had a very successful meeting at Crystal
Care Center.
Ms. Haney reported that the MN Stars soccer group is interested in doing something
with the Frolics and/or the Recreation Department.
The next meeting is April 4 at the Crystal Community Center. The Tree Board meeting is
at 6:30pm and the regular meeting at 7pm.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:43pm.
Gene Hackett
Recorder