2014.06.04 PRC Minutes Crystal Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission
June 4, 2014
Kentucky Park
The Parks and Recreation Commission regular meeting was called to order at 7:00 pm by
Chairperson Jennifer Sodd. Commission members in attendance were: Lori Merriam,
Lynn Haney, Stephen Hildre, Michael McClain, Tom Jungroth, Nancy LaRoche and Erin
Kolb. Also present were Casey P eak, Council Liaison, Council members: Selton, and
Budziszewski; Anne Norris, Dave Oyaas, Mark Gaulke, Tom Mathisen and Scott
Berggren from the city staff; and residents from the Kentucky Park neighborhood.
Ms. Sodd welcomed everyone and gave the background of the outdoor meetings.
Introductions were made.
Mr. Mathisen reviewed city projects in progress and in planning including the new Public
Works building, various street projects and the emergency water supply.
Police Lieutenant Oyaas updated the residents on crime prevention and safety. Residents
were asked to call 911 if they see suspicious behavior in the park or in their
neighborhood. Neighborhood watch contact information was given out.
Residents made the following comments on the park/programs:
• Mulch is getting too low at the playground
• A lot of cigarette butts found after the winter
The residents were thanked for their comments and the neighborhood portion of the
meeting was adjourned at 7:25pm.
The Commission business meeting was called to order at 7:35pm.
Mr. Berggren reported that the revised Long Range Plan sections in the drop box should
be looked at by commission members and all comments and suggestions should be sent
to Ms. Hackett.
A number of commission members did not see the latest poll to try to schedule the
Commission park tour. Mr. Berggren will send an updated link to all commission
members.
Councilmember Casey Peak gave the City Council report: they are working on the Public
Works building funding and discussing options about best ways to fund road projects..
Lynn Haney gave the Crystal Frolics report: Commission members committed to the
following volunteer opportunities for the 2014 Crystal Frolics.
Scavenger Hunt – Steve and Erin
Splash Bash – Lori and Jennifer
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Parade Judging – Nancy, Erin and Lori
5K Food – Lynn and Lori
Crystal Ball Clues – Casey Peak and Tom Jungroth
Tom Jungroth gave the Crystal Business Association report: Encouraged those at the
meeting to spread the word about the CBA.
Staff gave the monthly reports, highlighting major activities.
The minutes were approved as sent.
The next Commission meeting is July 9 at Fair Park. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00
pm.
Scott Berggren
Recorder
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