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CITY OF SHOREWOOD COUNCIL CHAMBERS
PARK COMMISSION MEETING 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 11, 1990 7:00 PM
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
Acting Chairman Andrus called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Acting Chairman Andrus, Commissioners Lindstrom, Vogel,
Dzurak, Laberee, and Wilson; Administrative Assistant Niccum;
and Council Liaison Gagne.
Absent: Chairman Christensen
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Laberee moved, Lindstrom seconded, to approve the minutes of Tuesday,
1990, as corrected. Motion carried - 6/0.
NOMINATION OF 1991 CHAIRMAN AND VICE CHAIRMAN
Vogel moved, Lindstrom seconded, to recommend to Council that Jim
Andrus be elected Chairman, and that Jim Wilson be elected Vice
Chairman from January 1991 to December 31, 1991. Motion carried 4 ayes
- 2 abstain (Andrus and Wilson).
CROSS COUNTRY SKI TRAIL - FREEMAN PARK - MARK/GROOM
The Commission discussed what to do to identify the cross country ski
trails. Lindstrom thought they should be marked with temporary signs,
and asked Niccum to find signs. Laberee and Wilson disagreed. They felt
that they had talked to the Park Planner about it, that he was going to
get aerials, and identify the trails, and it should be left up to him
to do it properly. They asked Niccum to contact Koegler to reaffirm
doing the map and deciding about the signs.
The Council approved grooming the trails on January 22, 1990, for a
period of one year, and the Commission felt this approval would cover
most of the season. If it works out, they can reapproach the Council
for the remainder of the season.
BOOTS
Lindstrom said he is against playing "Boots" on the Shorewood rinks. He
said they are known for having the best ice in the area. He feels the
Boots players should play in Excelsior or Tonka Bay.
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Laberee disagreed with Lindstrom. He said the rink should be available
for use by all residents.
Niccum explained that when she held orientation with the rink
attendants, most of the attendants were experienced attendants, and she
discussed the problem with them. They felt that if two sets of nets
were provided, it would solve the problem.
Lindstrom asked Niccum to check with Excelsior and Tonka Bay to see if
their rinks are scheduled for organized hockey or broomball.
Laberee moved, Dzurak seconded, that the rink attendants use discretion
regarding arguments between hockey players and boots players, and that
hockey takes precedence. Motion carried - 6/0.
Laberee moved, Wilson seconded, to recommend to the Council that they
approve purchase of two additional hockey nets for Badger Park so that
“Boots” and hockey can be played at the same time - at a cost not to
exceed $500. Motion carried - 6/0.
Lindstrom said MYHA used to practice two nights during the week and on
Saturday mornings. He said this left more time for freeskating. Niccum
said MYHA does not schedule through Community Services. The Commission
asked Niccum to contact MYHA and Community Services to see if they
couldn't work on the scheduling together.
The Commission discussed several other rink matters: nets at Manor; how
to handle a team made up of 40 year olds that checks 10 and 12 year
olds, and monopolizes the rinks on Saturdays; using the attendants as
"babysitters"; and more light on Manor rink.
IDENTIFICATION OF SHOREWOOD TO SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES
Niccum said many people don't know where Shorewood is. She thought it
would help to promote the entire City along with the referendum.
REFERENDUM DISCUSSION
It is the opinion of the Park Commission that until they have some
dollar amounts cost per year per $1000 they cannot move forward. They
reiterate their request for dollar amounts as requested in the Park
Commission minutes of October 23, 1990. Dzurak would also like to know
what type of financing would be used. The Commission asks that the
dollar amount be figured for 5 and 10 years on 1.5 and 2.5 million
dollars. They also ask that Finance Director Rolek attend their January
8 meeting so he can
answer questions regarding financing.
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1990 SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS, NON-ACCOMPLISHMENTS, 1991 GOALS AND
OBJECTIVES, AND LONG RANGE PLANS
The four major goals set by the Park Commission for 1990 were:
1. Silverwood Park
2. Freeman Park Irrigation
3. Relocation of Cathcart Ballfield/Parking
4. Tonka Men's Club Little League Field
Two of these goals were more than met. Freeman Park Irrigation not only
irrigates the three softball fields, it will also irrigate the football
field, the soccer fields, and the common area. The Tonka Men's Club not
only built the Little League Field, they also put in irrigation, which
will allow the City to irrigate the other two fields on the south end
of the park eventually.
Electricity was run into Freeman Park, two transformers will provide
all needed future electricity for the park.
A drinking fountain was put into Freeman Park, thanks to a donation by
American Legion Post #259.
Additional chips were put on the walking trails. We have Public Works
to thank for this.
Master Plans were done for all existing parks.
A new rink was built in Cathcart Park -- again thanks to a $5000
donation from American Legion Post #259, and the labor of our Public
Works Crew.
The Little League Association built benches for the ball field at
Cathcart Park.
The warming house at Cathcart was freshened up with a new coat of paint
-- this was an Eagle Scout Project -- and deeply appreciated.
Sand was placed in all the playground areas -- thanks again to Public
Works.
The Park Commission would like to commend the Public Works Crew and
Public Works Director Zdrazil for all the work they have done in the
parks.
The funds were not available to finish Silverwood Park, or to relocate
the ballfield and put in the parking lot in Cathcart Park.
A master plan of trails for the entire City was begun, and should be
finished shortly.
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Because the Minnewashta Church is for sale, there is a concern that
Cathcart Park may suddenly lose its parking all together -- this could
suddenly create an emergency situation. The Commission discussed the
revenue due from Waterford III. They want to get Silverwood Park done -
but - what happens in the above emergency situation? They asked Niccum
to find out exactly what amount they will receive, andwhen.
Their goals are:
1. Make a definite decision on the referendum.
2. Correct the Highway 7 entry into Freeman Park. It is dangerous.
The entrance cannot be seen, the signs need relocating, and there
should be a left turn lane put in. The Commission directed Niccum
to contact MnDOT concerning the left turn lane.
3. Silverwood Park
4. Cathcart Parking
5. Relocation of Cathcart ballfield
DEDICATION CEREMONY
Niccum reminded the Commission that the Freeman Field Dedication
Ceremony is to be held on Saturday, December 15, at 10:00 am.
LETTER OF APPRECIATION - VERN WATTEN
The Commission asked Niccum to draw up a letter of appreciation, and
bring it to the meeting so they can all sign it.
ADJOURNMENT
Lindstrom moved, Laberee seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:45 pm.
Motion carried - 6/0.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED
Susan A. Niccum
Park Administrative Assistant
Assistant City Clerk