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030993 PK MIN CITY OF SHOREWOOD BADGER PARK WARMING HOUSE PARK COMMISSION MEETING 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1993 PAGE 1 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Chair Dzurak at 8:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Present: Chair Dzurak, Commissioners Andrus, Bensman, Fuller, Laberee, Lindstrom, McCarty and Wilson. Also present Park Planner Mark Koegler and Council Liaison Bruce Benson. Administrator Hurm entered the meeting at 8:30 p.m. REVIEW AGENDA The agenda was accepted as presented. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - None. REVIEW PLANS FOR CITY HALL/BADGER PARK AREA Koegler reviewed a concept for parking expansion in the city hall/Badger Park area developed by Planner Brad Nielsen reflecting the removal of the former public works building. Cit,v hall currently requires 51 spaces. The plan shows 80 spaces (9'x12') with potential for 11 additional spaces. Selected areas will be landscaped. The plan does not include auxiliary parking north of the football area LaBeree noted that design choices are somewhat limited based on the traffic flow. Benson inquired whether lighting will be included. Dzurak inquired whether signage will be included. Wilson inquired about grading and drainage plans for the area. Lindstrom noted that, according to Nielsen, buildings north of the football fields will be removed. Lindstrom suggested that the Park Commission consider placement of a ball field on the north side of the football field which could be used for pickup games, etc. He noted this would provide for expansion of the amenities for the neighborhood park facilities. He indicated the cost would be minimal since it would only involve adding fill. Benson reviewed a proposal presented by the Senior Citizens Task Force currently being considered by the Council for construction of a facility on the City Hall campus. Laberee moved, Lindstrom seconded to recommend approval of the parking plan for the City Hall/Badger Park area Motion passed 8/0. REGULAR PARK COMMISSION MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1993 - PAGE 2 CONSIDER PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT - MARK KOEGLER Koegler presented a general plan for management of the park capital improvement program. The plan includes a multi-person involvement with the city engineer and recommends that inspections and construction practices be conducted by staff or be contracted out depending on the circumstances. Projected costs associated with this plan are being developed and will be available for the Commission's review at its next meeting. Koegler noted that the plan is consistent with the Commission's concept of management of the capital improvement program. Dzurak inquired whether the City was required to consider bids from consultants other than Koegler. Benson noted that consultants generally serve at the pleasure of the Council and such contracts are on-going until terminated by the Council. Laberee inquired about the time frame regarding park improvements. Assuming the referendum would pass, Koegler stated that according to the CIP, some major items are scheduled for 1994; however, items such as construction of playground sites will be completed in 1993. Dzurak indicated the agreement contract will be further considered when it is presented at a future meeting. PLAYGROUND COMMITTEE ACTION DISCUSSION - None. REPORTS Dzurak reported on his conversations with a resident regarding snowmobiling. Dzurak clarified his comments at a previous Park Commission meeting. He stated that he did not intend to infer that a policy to ban snowmobiling in Shorewood is currently under consideration by the Council. Benson reported on the presentation heard by the Council from the snowmobile club regarding this issue. Dzurak brought the Commission's attention to information provided regarding PCB contaminated fish in area lakes. PARK REFERENDUM RESULTS Hurm reported the results of the Special City of Shorewood Park and Trail Improvement Bond Referendum Election held March 9, 1993. The Referendum did not pass. 114 "Yes" votes and 298 "No" votes were cast. REGULAR PARK COMMISSION MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1993 - PAGE 3 The proposition before the residents was: May the City of Shorewood borrow money by selling its General Obligation Bonds in an amount not to exceed $900,000 to pay for the construction, betterment, and equipping of park, trail and recreation facilities and related land? The Commissioners discussed the results and its implications on the park system. Hurm suggested that alternative plans for park improvement funding be developed further. Bensman suggested that the Commission's appreciation be extended to the individuals who assisted in the efforts regarding the referendum and that the supporters of Shorewood's parks be appropriately acknowledged. Bensman volunteered to handle such communications. Fuller suggested that the Chair write a "Letter to the Editor" for local publication. The Commissioners discussed outstanding printing costs related to the referendum and accepted cash donations from those present to defray those costs. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR - None. ADJOURNMENT McCarty moved, Bensman seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:50 pm Motion passed 8/0 . RESPECIFUILY SUBMITTED. Arlene H. Bergfalk Recording Secretary, Pro tem TimeSavers Off Site Secretarial