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PARK COMMISSION MEETING SHOREWOOD CITY HALL
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 12 2008 7:00 P.M.
AGENDA
1.
CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
A. Roll Call
Davis
Young
Hensley
Norman
Trent
Quinlan
,B. Review Agenda
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of December 11, 2007 - (Att- #2A)
3.
REPORTS
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A. Report on City Council Meeting
B. Report on Donation from Minnetonka Lacrosse Association — (Att.43B)
C. Report on Arctic Fever Event on January 19, 2008 - (Att.43C)
4.
REVIEW SUMMER PROGRAMS — (Att. -#4)
A. Minnetonka Community Ed. Summer Activities — (Meg Low, MCE)
B. 3` Lair Skateboarding Summer Series
C. Music in the Park
5.
COMMUNITY REC YEAR -END REPORT — (Att.45)
6.
DETERMINE STATUS OF WELL AT SKATE PARK — (Att.46)
7.
APPOINT 2007 CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
8.
DETERMINE LIAISON FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON
FEBRUARY 25
9.
ADJOURN
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• CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB RD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING SHOREWOOD CITY HALL
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2007 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
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Chair Davis convened the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
Present:
Absent:
Roll Call
Chair Davis; Commissioners Young,
Director Brown
Commissioners Trent and
Review Agenda
Item 3C, Commissioner Alegi, and
Young moved, Norman seconded,
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were added to the Agenda.
November 13, 2007
Motion passed
the Minutes of November 13, 2007, as
ouncil Meeting
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Brown reported that lae`'City Council had a number of items on consent December l Otn,
including the approval for the permanent appointment of James Landini as City Engineer;
authorization of plans, specs, and estimates for the rehabilitation of the southeast water
tower next spring; the approval of the 2008 CIP; and a draft ROW Ordinance for review.
In addition, Brown noted that Mayor Lizee reported at a recent Mayor's meeting, the City
of Victoria was commended by others for it's off street trail construction plan as part of
its Smithtown road reconstruction project which clearly ends at the City of Shorewood.
The Mayor was questioned by others in attendance whether Shorewood would attempt to
do the same along Smithtown. She explained that the trail issue was highly contested in
Shorewood several years ago as part of the Smithtown road reconstruction project;
therefore, the trail will stop at the stop sign in Victoria. Brown pointed out that the Mayor
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2007
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hoped that, perhaps, the public would rethink their earlier position given the reception of
the work done in Victoria. 0
B. Update on Arctic Fever
Chair Davis reported that the committee would be meeting one final time, tomorrow
evening, before the event itself takes place in order to finalize details for the occasion.
Norman pointed out that, although ice fishing is out, there is great programming
scheduled with Tonka Bay's Manitou Park, Three Rivers Park Di$ ict and Excelsior, as
well as, Freeman Park in Shorewood. He indicated that he had n t nth a pyrotechnics
expert for the fireworks who stated that a good 15 -20 minuted show would run about
$4,000. Norman mentioned that he was starting to see Born 'prorion for the event and
hoped to recruit many volunteers for the big day.
C. PAUL ALEGI
Brown reported that Commissioner Alegi sent in W signatidn this
4. REVIEW PARK PRIO
Brown presented the Park Priority Policy for tie Commission , s ,
Brown He explained that
the prioritization is done by taking out the` field res�liqJ& Oes. first and dividing up the .
field allocations equally b.agd on an equatlom*hich aim s` everyone to compete for field
space.
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Anderson, of CRIB, poi�ci out fat, due to the new relationship forged between MCES
and the City, the Commissfe zisder their Prioritization for Category 1
facilities Al ii��l *4d suing takes pf" ce in March and early spring, much of the
field space is heavifyi _for A iraonitored throughout the summer.
The Com lssion was impO `used with the policy as presented, even several years after its
introduction; they felt it to be fair and equitable.
Brown pointed outiat i1 ddition to the priority policy equation itself, there is room for
1 - 1 adjustments as deem- .necessary by staff and CRR in the policy.
B. FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION
Brown explained that the Football Association has ignored numerous requests for their
finalized rosters and user fees for the 2007 season. As part of the agreement between the
City and it's sports organizations, the users are required to supply CRR with their
insurance info, rosters, and user fees, typically prior to their scheduled use; however, after
many failed attempts to obtain this information, CRR asked the City to intervene. •
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2007
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. Anderson, of CRR, stated that since the advent of this system most sports organizations
have cooperated by submitting the required documentation and fees; however, this year,
the football association has failed to provide the City with their rosters, which in turn
allows the City to balance their statement for the season. Having submitted a check for an
estimated number of players at the fall sports information meeting, the Association has
refused to supply, or even return phone or email contacts, with regard to the rosters and
user fees. Anderson asked for direction from the Commission.
At the request of CRR, Brown stated that he had emailed the Association approximately a
week ago urging them to, at minimum respond to, and supply the City with the required
documentation within 72 hours. To date, he had heard nothing fralri the Director or his
assistant.
Young stated that it is necessary to hold them ac
other organizations do not follow suit. He urged
and follow thru with their policy of denying futi:
so that
ition again
Chair Davis suggested the City make one final attempt, to send the Association a certified
Norman moved, young seconded, to follow -up with 3 rd Lair and propose two
sessions for Shor"dau 2008, June 23 -27 and July 28 -Aug 1. Motion passed 4/0.
Chair Davis suggested the City look into providing scholarship opportunities with MCES
and 3 rd Lair for the summer programs. She further suggested the Commission look into
adding a second Children's Music in the Park series for summer 2008 and consider
creating a motto which compliments the `No Child Left Inside' campaign with MCES.
6. REVIEW STATUS OF 2007 WORK PROGRAM
is Brown pointed out that several items on the work program had been completed,
including; the Badger Park lighting and field improvements /drain tile projects;
Silverwood Parks erosion control improvements; as well as, those already noted as
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2007
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completed. He acknowledged that the Freeman Park building maintenance and Manor
Park shingling were ongoing items that fell more appropriately under maintenance items.
Young stated that he would like to see the City nurture its relationship with MCES and
watch this flourish and grow in coming years.
Brown encouraged the Commission to give thought to its 2008 Work Program goals. He
suggested they focus on achievable goals such as nurturing the relationship with MCES
and others to increase the use of our parks.
Brown added that both Park Secretary Grout and Communicatlqris'Specialist Julie Moore
have been training on and looking into locating grant opport unit es and writing grant
applications.
Norman asked when the rinks would be available.
Brown stated that the rinks are being groomed �d.will be`Open this
The Commission agreed to hold their 2008 goal setting wbrk session after their February
regular meeting.
7. ADJOURN
Young moved, Norman seconded, adjoutsn `; the Deeet 11, 2007, Park
Commission Meeting-,: a 8 02rm. Motion passed 4/0.
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Fax: 952- 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityha11 @ci.shorewood.mn.us
To: Park Commission
From: Twila Grout — Park Secret
Date: January 29, 2008
Re: Donation from Minnetonka Lacrosse Association
Attached is a letter of appreciation from the Minnetonka Lacrosse Association. Once again they have
donated $750.00 to the City of Shorewood for field improvements.
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Ms. Christine Lizee' -- -Mayor
Ms. Sue Davis - -- Chair -Park Commission
Mr. Josh Trent -- -Park Commissioner
Ms. Julie Westerlund - -- Park Commissioner
Mr. Jeremy Norman -- -Park Commissioner
Mr. John Moonen --- Park Commissioner
Mr. Howard Young -- -Park Commissioner
Mr. Robert Hensley -- -Park Commissioner
City of Shorewood
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
Dear Mayor Lizee' and Park Commissioners, •
In appreciation for the use of Manor Park Field during the spring and summer of 2007,
the Minnetonka Lacrosse Association is pleased to again donate $750.00 to the City of
Shorewood for field improvements. On behalf of all the players and our volunteer
coaches and board members, I want to thank the City of Shorewood and the Park
Commission for your support of Minnetonka Youth Lacrosse. As we continue to serve
ever more players, your assistance in securing quality playing fields is essential to our
efforts. The field space that you gave us at Manor Park certainly made the difference in
the quality of our program offerings.
Thank you again for your support of the fastest growing sport in the United States. We
look forward to working with you in 2008.
Best re
Tom Lauer
President
Minnetonka Lacrosse Association
CC: Krisi Anderson is
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SHOREWOOD
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (952) 474 -3236
FAX (952) 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mmus • cityhaII @ci.shorewood.mn.us
TO: Park Commission
FROM: Larry Brown, Director of Public Works
DATE: February 7, 2008
RE: Report on Arctic Fever 2008
Attached is a brief financial summary, for the Artic Fever Celebration, conducted on January 19, 2008.
The summary indicates that once all of the invoices have been paid, there will be a remaining $656 left
in the budget for next year.
Overall, the event was considered a success, despite the cold temperatures keeping the masses inside.
The Arctic Fever Committee thanks the Park Commission and City Council for the support, the dollars
funded for the event, and the many hours that were put in by Park Commissioners, Council Members
and the volunteer staff.
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Arctic Fever 2008 - Accounts
Sleigh Rides
$1,100
$950
Pai
Bu and Wag on Rides
$3,000
For City of Excelsior - Paid b Excelsior
Husk Dos
$300
$200
Paid
For Advertisin
Schutzhunds
$500
$500
Paid
For Donation Commitments
Nordic Hiking
$100
$160
Paid
Three Rivers Joint Invoice - Paid by Shorewood
Raptor Program
$25
$200
Paid
Three Rivers Joint Invoice - Paid by Tonka Ba
Human Bowling/Native American Games
$60
$240
Paid
Three Rivers Joint Invoice - Paid by Tonka Ba
Advertising
$550
Paid
Yard Signs - Tony Doom
$1201
$5,205
$290
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Paid
Banners - Laser Graphics
$668
Sweatshirts
$610
Paid
Passport
$50
Paper and Supplies
American Legion
$1,100
Invoice Issued
City of Shorewood
$3,000
Budgeted Amount
City of Excelsior Note Budgeted $2,000
$300
Invoice Issued
For Advertisin
Parks Foundation
$500
Invoice Issued
For Donation Commitments
City of Tonka Bay Note Budgeted $500
$100
Invoice Issued
For Advertisin
Skjervold Law Office via Park Foundation
$25
Invoice Issued
For Donation Commitments thru Park Fdn
Mtka Lacrosse Assoc. via Park Foundation
$60
Invoice Issued
For Donation Commitments thru Park Fdn
Sound S stems
($961
Paid
Sale of Sweatshirts
Total:
$1201
$5,205
$4,549
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Park Commission
Twila Grout — Park Secretary
February 4, 2008
Re: Park Agenda Item 4 - Summer Programs
It is hard to believe with snow still around but it is time to start planning the summer activities for the
parks. Attached is a calendar that shows events already scheduled at the parks.
4 A. — Meg Low and Christine Best from Minnetonka Community Education (MCE) will be attending the
Park Commission meeting to present the summer activities and answer any questions that the Park
Commission may have. They would like to offer the playground program and t -ball again this summer. In
addition they would like to add another day of the playground program, and another night of t -ball. They
are also interested in adding a new program — Sand Volleyball. Attached is a copy of their proposal for
summer activities for your review.
4 B. - The contract for the skateboarding camp has been sent to 3` Lair. The skate camps will be the
weeks of June 23 -27 and July 28 -Aug 1. 3` Lair was also wondering if the Park Commission would be
interested in the 1 St Annual "Summer Series" cumulative point skateboard contest. The fee to participate in
this event is $500.00. Attached is the information for your review.
4 C. - Music in the Park — Blues and Bar -B -Que will be on Friday, July 11. Big Walter Smith & the
Groove Merchant Band will be playing and Famous Dave's will be serving food again. Big Walters fee is
$1,000 (the same as last year).
The Park Commission will need to determine if they would like to do the children's afternoon Music in the
Park series and if there will be any other evening Music in the Park events.
Listed below are a few groups that are interested in playing. I have listed their websites if you would like
to view them and also listen to their music samples.
Sticks and Tones — www.mysl)ace.com/sticks and tones They also sent us their CD.
Tricia and the Toonies — Contacted the city and are interested in playing. www.TheToonies.corn
Locklin Road — They are a Celtic folk trio. For more information about them you can visit their website at
www.locklinroad.com
Blue Drifters — They have sent in a CD. You can visit their website at www.bluedrifters.com.
After review and discussion please advise how staff should proceed with the summer events. 4
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Summer Rec at Freeman Park
Ages 4 -11
Join us at Freeman Park for summer fun! Spend the
day outside enjoying games, arts & crafts, nature
activities and much more. Activities may include
kickball, dodge ball, capture the flag, water relays,
tie - dying, painting, and nature walks.
9:00 am -12:00 pm
Tuesdays, June 17 - August 12
Wednesdays, June 18 - August 13
Thursdays, June 19 - August 14
T -Ball at Cathcart Field
Ages 4 -5
Our energetic staff will have young players throwing,
catching, batting and running bases in a relaxed, fun
environment. Our goal is to teach children the
basics of the game, while emphasizing participation
and sportsmanship. The season is made up of one
50- minute practice each week for 6 weeks and ends
with one game against another class.
4:15 -7:05 pm
Tuesdays, June, 17 - July 29
Wednesdays, June 18 - July 30
Sand Volleyball at Freeman Park
Ages 6 -12
Dig your feet in the sand and have fun in the sun.
Learn spiking, setting, serving, and hitting through
games and scrimmages.
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Next summer the 3` Lair will be hosting our 1 annual contest series, dubbed the
`Summer Series' at various skateparks in Minnesota. Points will be given to each
competitor based on their final standing at each contest. Winners of each division at each
contest will receive a `Golden Ticket' to the Midwest Melee - held at the 3` Lair at the
end of the summer. The Midwest Melee will be the finale of the contest series and there
will be 3 overall winners crowned - beginner, intermediate and expert.
If you're city is interested in participating in this great opportunity and you feel that your
city skatepark could host a large contest — then please do not hesitate and book your day
now! We recommend a Saturday or Sunday and best if it's affiliated with your city's
special event or festival.
The cost to participate in 3 Lair's `Summer Series' 2007 is: 500.00
Available dates: Saturdays and Sundays between June 2 nd — August 5 — 2007
Deadline to book: Friday, April 1 2007
0 Benefits:
• Great exposure for your city's skatepark
• Local Media
• Inspire more usage of your skatepark
• Complete and Professional on site Contest Management
o 3` Lair Staff MC
o 3` Lair Staff Judges
o 3` Lair Staff Scorekeeper
o 3` Lair Event Manager
• PA System provided by 3` Lair
• Prize Packages provided by the 3` Lair
• 3` Lair will promote and create awareness for the `Summer Series' by:
o website
• posters / flyers
• email blasts
• skatecamp program
• newsletters
• advertisements
• The Minnesota State Fair
For more information or to book your day please call Mark Muller at 612 388 3709
(contract on backside)
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Agreement / Contract
Thank you for hiring the 3` Lair to host this. event at your skatepark. We are
looking forward to coming to your city and providing this wonderful experience for the
skaters in your area. The 3` Lair will provide complete and professional on site contest
management.
If you have any more questions feel free to contact Mark at 763 797 7401.
CONTEST DATE:
(RAIN DAY IS THE FOLLOWING MONDAY NIGHT AT 6:30PM)
SKATEPARK LOCATION / ADDRESS:
DIRECTIONS TO SKATEPARK:
SPECIAL DETAILS:
ALL COMPETITIONS WILL BEGIN AT 11:OOAM
EVENT FEE: 500.00
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Please mail a check in the amount of 500.00, along with this signed agreement
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Public Service Announcements for the services. These interactive presentations give the young ones an up -close forum where they become .cle
of the difference EVERYONE can make. The well -known phrase, "You're either part of the solution or yc
part of the problem ", is delivered in an entertaining yet direct fashion.
Some of the puppet characters are excellent role models as they demonstrate a variety of environmen
practices. Other puppets throw litter on the ground, put recyclables in the trash rather than the recycle bin
know nothing about reusing and reducing trash. The students are always anxious to guide these charact,
and share what they know. Together with Tricia, they teach these puppets, reinforcing the power of taki
action and teamwork.
Many schools, community organizations and corporations have written letters of praise
recommendation. These references are available for your review and further consideration.
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The Toonies can also tailor any presentation around your particular message.
Perhaps you'd like to sponsor this educational and fun -filled musical in your community and /or sch
district. In doing so, you are certain to be recognized once again as an environmental leader. Together
make the difference.
"The Toonies' greatest joy is contributing to the positive growth development and of today's children <
their families. This is evident in their nationally acclaimed cassette tape, fabulous new video and in each
every one of their delightful live performances."
"The ENVIRO -Show is TERRIFIC ... and a LEGITIMATE EXPENSE to promote recycling AND general
environmental messages!"
Anoka County Waste Mgmt
"We support The ENVIRO -Show ... it provides elementary age youth with a fun way to learn about the
environment... kids get involved and focus on taking ACTION ".
MN Pollution Control Agency
"Wonderful ... I couldn't have been more pleased . The TOONIES have a magical way of creating that plE
where the kids believe they make a difference ".
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students will retain these positive messages!" I am thrilled to see tax money spent this wayl" after the Toonies visited our school!"
Diamond Path Elementary - Mississippi Elementary Vista View Elementary
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The TOONIES also perform at many
community events such as fairs and
festivals, city celebrations and family
nights. All ages laugh along while
leaming more about caring for the
environment.
Tricia & the Toonies
'The Toonies' are CAPTIVATING! GREAT music ... professional and LOTS OF FUN!"
Minnesota State Fair
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The Toonies ENVIRO -Show has a powerful way of entertaining and EDUCATING. Delightful and
EFFECTIVE ".
Dakota County Enviro Mgmt
The Toonies ENVIRO -Show - 4 variations for 4 different audience types:
• K- 2nd /3rd grade • K -5th combined (great for smaller schools)
• 3rd 5th grade • Family ENVIRO -Show (great for all family -type events)
City Festivals, State & County Fairs, 'Music -in- the - Park', School Tours, Family Nights, Promotions, etc. are
all great opportunities to invite The Toonies as they bring their unique combination of music and educationa
theatre to the families in your community.
If you have particular information that you need your area families to know, The Toonies ENVIRO -Show is
the perfect vehicle to spread that important environmental information as well! Handouts too! Environments
awareness, action and fun abound as your community is UPDATED, EDUCATED and ENTERTAINED!!
Tricia talks about a
scene in one of their presentations:
"Kids truly want to make a difference.
When Donster casually throws trash on
the ground, I ask him what he thinks
happens to it. He replies, "'who cares'?
You've got to see the look on the
student's faces! They are stunned at
his attitude.
Together we teach Donster about
littering and the finer distinctions of
recycling! Its inspiring to see kids
excited about spreading the word and
making a difference. The Toonies'
mission is to educate and empower
these future environmentalists.
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THE ENVIRO -SHOW CAN INCLUDE:
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• REUSE IT! - Easy & FUN!
• WHY COMPOST? - Cool school projects
• TREES,TREES,TREES
• HHW - Poison Trash from your Home
• WATER QUALITY & CONSERVATION ...and more!
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Roads of Kildare
Sally Garden
Botany Bay
Caledonia
Raggle Taggle
Gypsy
The Bard of Armagh
Johnny Jumpup
Courtin' in the
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Gentleman Soldier
The Lambs on the
Green Hills
Lily of the West
Curragh of Kildare
Four Green Fields
Fields of Athenry
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Miranda
The Willow
Miles to Go
Farewell My Love
Nobody Knows
Pictures in My Soul
The Piper on the Hill
The Singing King
Road of Broken Dreams
Sing Cecilia
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Star of the County
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Hills of Connemara
Wild Mountain
Thyme
Broom of the
Cowdenknowes
Song of Ireland
Down by Glenside
Leaving of Liverpool
I'll Tell Me Ma
Mary of Dungloe
Boolavogue
Rare Ould Times
Town I Loved So
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Are You Sleeping
Maggie
Parting Glass
Step It Out Mary
Whiskey in the Jar
Black Velvet Band
Mari's Wedding
Wild Rover
The Scotsman
Rising of the Moon
Dreams
Celtic Rose
Camelot Dreams
Fiddler of Dooney
Twilight Lullaby
Starbright Starbright
Storyteller
Liz
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500 Miles
Let Them in Peter
Diamonds & Rust
Mary Ellen Carter
House of the Rising Sun
Mr. Bojangles
Landslide
House at Pooh Corner
I Still Haven't Found...
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When You Say Nothing At All
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since its inception. He also performs a bluegrass solo act at Dusty's in NE
Minneapolis every month on the 2 "d Thursday at 9:30 p.m.
Steve Golz Banjo, Vocals
Steve is a native of the twin cities and sings lead and harmony with the
group. He brings with him 36 years of banjo playing experience. His
repertoire varies from. traditional hard driving Scruggs style to melodic and
contemporary playing.
Loy Larson Fiddle, Mandolin, Vocals
Loy played in top country bands in the upper Midwest for 25 years,
including High Noon and The Nielsen -White Band. He performed in shows
in Branson, MO for 2 years and previously with The Blue Drifters from
1998 -2001. A talented singer, Loy doubles on harmonica, mandolin, guitar,
and other instruments.
Teresa Olson Bass, Vocals
Teresa sings lead and harmony vocals with the band. Her experience in
other bands combined with her rock solid style of bass playing brings that
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Date: 1/1/08
To: Larry Brown, Park Commission, Honorable Mayor, and City Council
CC: Administrator Dawson
From: Kristi Anderson and Sally Keefe
RE: 2007Year End Report from Community Rec. Resource
A very wise philosopher mused "Satisfaction is its own reward." We, at Community Rec.
Resources (CRR), believe there were many rewards in the past year for park users in the City
of Shorewood. Each year there are challenges and rewards in providing park coordinator
services for the City. On site monitoring of field use and parking provide beneficial feedback
as to how parks are being utilized. Efforts are continually being made to strengthen
relationships with the sports organizations and the City. Park improvements were
successfully implemented this year. We believe all of these aspects of the Park Coordinator
position must work together to bring the residents of the City of Shorewood satisfaction in
the parks, and we are proud to have done so on your behalf this past year.
As is typical, the spring season begins well before the first buds began to appear on the trees
at Freeman Park with the document collection process and the Sports Information Meeting in
mid - March. Each year the Spring sporting season brings the heaviest organized usage to the
City's parks and this year was no different. Overall the document collection process yielded
anticipated results. Most organizations are able to respond promptly with documents and
fees as requested, although there are some governed by their organizational rules that make
documentation collection unable to be finalized until early summer. Continued
communication and understanding of the process help to bring satisfaction to the
organizational users within this process. The spring information meeting allows a time to
reconnect with the sports organization representatives each year and gain feedback from
them. CRR staff proudly points to satisfaction expressed by the sports organization
representatives with both the Park Coordinator services and the parks themselves this past
year.
During the spring season, Manor Park became the temporary "home" to Lacrosse, South
Tonka Little League, and Minnetonka Girls Softball due to the need for repair work at
Badger field. CRR is pleased to report that neighbors voiced no complaints, and in fact, one
neighbor commented that they enjoyed watching the buzz of activity at Manor Park. While
the temporary use of Manor Park has been a convenient option, both CRR and the sports
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organizations eagerly await the spring season when Lacrosse may return to Badger Park, as it •
is clearly better suited for this activity.
Ongoing monitoring of the parks yielded satisfactory results. Parking and associated park
usage were again not an issue at Freeman Park as users seem to be comfortable with the
implementations made in years past regarding parking stalls and one -way traffic flow.
Passive use continues with some noticeable increase of the walking paths, picnic areas, and
yearly concert events. Other parks demonstrate appropriate usage as well. Silverwood Park
playground is utilized by its surrounding neighborhood as designed in the Parks Master Plan.
Cathcart Park is utilized for various small group baseball and informal soccer play
throughout the season. The Skate Park continues to attract and retain appropriate usage
throughout the warm weather months or all lake area residents. Badger Park was utilized by
football this year with the successful installation of the new lighting system and field
improvements, to which football was highly grateful. The tennis courts at Badger Park also
continue to attract and retain park users for the City.
In addition to all of these organized and passive uses, the City also successfully implemented
park programs with MCES, who hopes to expand these daytime options in 2008.
The fall sports organization meeting was again well attended with representatives from all
fall/winter organizations. — South Tonka Little League (STLL), Tonka Babe Ruth (TBR),
Tonka Football Association (TFA) and Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association (MYHA) in
attendance. Again, representatives reported satisfaction with CRR in its Park Coordinator
services at this meeting, and relationships were forged anew with new representatives from •
STLL and MYHA.
Despite the decrease in organizational use that comes with each fall season, the parks still
remain solidly utilized with the majority of activity at Badger and Freeman. Tennis courts at
Badger provide ongoing sporadic usage during the warm fall weather. MFA enjoyed playing
under the new lights and reported extreme satisfaction with the park upgrades to the field.
While satisfaction was high with this group for its field usage at Badger for the year, CRR
Staff and City Staff faced unprecedented challenges with the MFA organization for its fall
use. As the Park Commission was aware, document retrieval proved exceedingly difficult
this year until authorization was granted to begin enforcement proceedings. CRR Staff
appreciated the support of the Park Commission and City Staff in working through this
matter as it resolved itself prior to initiation of legal proceedings. MFA representatives
explained there had been significant personal issues which caused a lack of oversight within
the organizational infrastructure, and several apologies were made with prompt payment and
submittal of documents. CRR believes this to be a single event with MFA and looks forward
to an improved relationship with this organization as a result of efforts made to bring
resolution.
Freeman Park continued its fall usage with STLL and TBR utilizing field space on nights and
weekends in early fall. There were no reported concerns from either of these teams during
the fall sporting season. 0
Much to the delight of hockey enthusiasts, the rinks at Badger Park were opened prior to the
winter holidays. Substantial use at Badger and Cathcart are part of the winter seasonal park
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• use. MYNA submitted all necessary documentation and fees well ahead of the season, and
CRR proudly continues its communication efforts with this organization this year as well. In
addition, the continued cold winter weather also allowed the annual Arctic Fever event to
have an authentic feel and delighted many park users.
While there are those that do not necessarily agree that satisfaction is enough of a reward, we
at CRR believe satisfaction is a substantial reward that should not be overlooked when it
comprises numerous groups of sports enthusiasts, City Staff, and residents. As always, CRR
Staff looks forward to meeting and surpassing the challenges of the Park Coordinator
position in continuing to provide quality services at a value to the City. Should any questions
arise regarding the information presented in this report, please do not hesitate to contact
Kristi Anderson or Sally Keefe at 612 -743- 4124; Community Rec. Resources appreciates the
continued support offered by the City of Shorewood.
Kristi Anderson and Sally Keefe
Community Rec. Resources
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Park Commission
FROM: Larry Brown, Director of Public Works
DATE: February 7, 2008
RE: Abandonment of Well on Southshore Community Park
Attachment 1 is correspondence received from Councilmember Woodruff, regarding and existing well
located at the Southshore Community Park.
• Councilmember Woodruff has directed staff to proceed with proper abandonment of the existing well
located on the Southshore Community Park property, (a.k.a. the Skate Park) located at East of the
intersection of St. Albans Bay Road and Excelsior Boulevard. A site location map has been included
as Attachment 2.
As background information, previous Park Commissioners have discussed the potential of restoring the
old hand pump style well that was in place many years ago. Staff has researched available information
to determine the depth of the well or any other existing data, including water quality. To date, no
information has been found for this well.
As such, the well has remained status -quo, in hopes of obtaining funds for restoration.
Since that time, a watermain has been installed along the North side of the property. In addition, a
water service was installed for the future addition of a drinking fountain.
Therefore, if the Park Commission agrees, the existing well can be properly abandoned. If approved,
funds for abandonment of the well would be utilized from the Park Capital Improvement Program.
Recommendation
It is recommended that Staff proceed with obtaining quotes for proper abandonment of the subject well
located at the Southshore Community Park.
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Larry,
Over the past few days, there have been some articles in the papers about concerns over unused, but not properly
abandoned wells.
Last summer the Park commission viewed the unused wellhead in the skate park, but there was no decision as to what to
do with the well. I believe this well's status has been a discussion topic for many years and it's now time to decide to
abandon it or to put it back into service. Please get this on the next Parks Commission agenda and bring a recommendation
to Council in the next 60 days.
Dick Woodruff
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