022486 PK MINCITY OF SHOREWOOD CLERK'S OFFICE
PARK COMMISSION MEETING 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1986 7:00 P.M.
• M I N U T E S
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairperson Kooi called the meeting to order at 7:10 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairperson Schmid (7:15), Commissioners Kooi, Lindstrom, Jakel, Vogel and
Squires; Council Liaison Shaw (7:30 Council meeting) and Deputy Clerk
Niccum.
SNOWMOBILE ORDINANCE
Council Liaison Shaw mentioned that the Council would like a specific statement from
the Park Commission as to the motion on the "Snowmobile Ordinance ". The Park Com-
mission referred to the Park Commission minutes of January 6, 1986, stating that the
motion made therein was what they are recommending.
Jeff Hanson and Dick Meredith of South West Trail Association were present to state
that they are putting in many hours to do their part in trying to solve the problem.
John Arnst referred to the Mayor's letter sent to Mr. Art Lee of Hennepin County
Regional Railroad Authority on Decenber 21, 1981 which states: "The necessity for
control is evident" (see attached letter).
NOISE TEST - SNOWMOBILES
Jeff Hanson of South West Trail Association referred to the letter sent to the Park
Commission by Bill Kullberg, stating that they wish to procede with the test. He
said they are trying to prove that snowmobiles over ten years old are causing the
problem. They also want to test the decimal level of the grooming machine and,
if possible, the decimal level of car traffic.
According to Mr. Kullberg's letter:
"This report will give the City of Shorewood and the Southwest Trail Association
a better idea on management of snowmobiles in the future.
e written report of findings and verbal interpretation of the results will be
given to the City of Shorewood and a written report sent to the Minnesota United
bnowmobile Association. These findings will establish the need for requesting
the landscaping materials used in building sound barriers and traffic corridors
(eg. Russian olive bushes, Evergreen trees and bushes, etc). Purchase of these
materials and the volunteer labor will be supplied by Southwest Trail Association."
John Arnst reiterated his complaint.
Jeff Hanson said this fall they plan to lay down the law for their Association
is members.
Lindstrom moved, Kooi seconded, to recommend to Council that the Snowmobile Noise
Test be approved. Motion carried unanimously.
PARK COMMISSION MINUTES
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 1986
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0 NEW PARK COMMISSIONER VOTED IN
Michael Jurgens of 5535 Shorewood Lane was recommended to Council as a new Park
Commissioner. Roll Call Vote was unanimous.
BMX TRACK
The Park Commission discussed the BMX Track and decided Mr. Dave Ronkin of Northstar
is welcome to use the tract again this year. They did not put a limitation on
the number of races to be held this year as no complaints were received last year.
Mr. Ronkin had questioned whether the City would consider paying for the satellite
this year as the expense put their organization in the red last year.
Jakel moved, Squires seconded, to recommend to Council to refuse to pay for the
BMX Track satellite, but that they are welcome to use the satellite up by the ball'
fields, or pay for their own. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vogel moved, Jakel seconded, to approve the minutes as written. Motion carried
unanimously.
CHRISTMAS LAKE ACCESS
• Commissioner Squires reported that the Christmas Lake Association sent out letters
to the neighborhood on February 17tl explaining the settlement reached by them
with the DNR, what is scheduled to be done, and offering thanks for all the support
received.
The Commission would like to know how the access will be opened and closed, relating
to operating hours (i.e. gate, signaige, police, City representative, etc.') and
whether the ramp can be used other than for boat launching such as divers or swim-
mers entering the lake.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
Covington Vine Ridge Park Fee Paid
Covington Vine Ridge paid $31,500 in park fees on February 20, 1986.
Council Minutes /Planning Commission Minutes
Staff asked if all Commissioners wish to receive all Council and Planning
Commission minutes. The answer was yes with one exception - Jakel and Kooi do
not feel it is necessary for them to receive Planning Commission minutes unless
the issues relate to the Park Commission.
Financial Information
The Commission would like the following information from Finance Director Beck:
I. How much interest is being received on the $31,500 park fee received?
. 2. Would it be wiser to pay the entire $20,000 loan off now?
3. What would the advantage of instant payoff be?
PARK COMMISSION MINUTES
FEBRUARY 24, 1986
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• MATT ERS FROM THE FLOOR - continued
Financial Projection
Commission would like to know if Planner Nielsen wishes to update the projection
from 1986 -1990?
Freeman ,Par B allfield
Chairman Schmid has not been able to get in touch with Mr. Terry Klomps but
will try to do so within the next week.
Snowblower / Storage
Staff reported Public Works Director Zdrazil had mentioned a cabinet for gas
storage. Commission wishes to know:
1. What material it is made of.
2. Size?
3. Where will they be placed?
The Commission wants more information regarding storage from fire marshalls
and Tad Shaw (insurancewise).
Landsca
Commis Lin dstrom /Lan De Con - a rough park plan set was given to Lan De Con.
They will have rough sketches done by March 17.
. Commiss Kooi /Shorewood Nursery - a rough park plan set was given to Shorewood
Nursery, Commissioner Kooi will see if they can submit a rough sketch by March 17.
Commissioner Vogel /Students - Commissioner Vogel feels that more existing trees
should be shown on the maps. He hopes to visit the parks and mark them in. He
feels the students need more detailed plans.
Skating Rinks - Letter to Ma_ury
No answer has been received.
Budget
Public Works Director Zdrazil needs all budget information by July 1st.
Crescent Beach - Lake Access by Cars
Commissioner Kooi reported seeing a car exit Lake Minnetonka via Crescent Beach
and wondered if any damage could be done to the beach.
ADJOURNMENT
Jakel moved, Vogel seconded, to adjourn at 8:39 P.M.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
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Sue Niccum
Park Secretary /Deputy Clerk