HomeMy WebLinkAboutJune 26, 1996The meeting was called to order by Dick Petkoff at 6:20 p.m.
Dick Petkoff, Bob Ruettimann, Eileen Evans, Jerry Foss,
Gary Peterson, Bruce Magnuson, Randy Quale
Absent: Mark Winson, Public Works Director/City Engineer
Also present: Lauren McClanahan, Public Works Superintendent;
Matthew Brinza, Park Intern; Jon Gurban, Executive
Director of the Minnesota Recreation and Park
Association
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were on the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Move to approve the minutes of the May 22, 1996 meeting.
APPROVAL PAYMENT OF BILLS
Move to approve payment of bills as listed from the proper funds.
APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Peterson, second by Magnuson to approve the Consent Agenda. All
ayes, motion carried.
I.k'D~I'ERS AND REQUESTS
REQUEST USE OF SENIOR/OSTRANDER ROOM/COLUMBIA HEIGHTS SENIORS
Members were given copies of a letter received from Karen Moeller, Senior
Coordinator requesting use of the Senior/0strander rooms 7:00 p.m, Tucaday,
July 30, 1996 to 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 31, 1996 for a slumber party.
Motion by Peterson, second by Magnuson. All ayes, motion carried.
City of Columbia Heights
Park and Recreation Commission
June 26, 1996
ROLL CALL
Members present:
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REQUEST USE OF HALL & KITCHEN/COLUMBIA HEIGHTS WOMEN OF TODAY
Members were given copies of a letter received from Bobbie Jean Knealing of
Columbia Heights Women of Today requesting us of main hall and kitchen for
membership night/socials for July 16, August 21, September 26, October 24,
November 19 and December 12, 1996. Motion by Peterson, second by Magnuson
to approve use of main hall and kitchen. All ayes, motion carried.
REQUEST USE OF SENIOR/OSTRANDER ROOM/COLUMBIA HEIGHTS DAY
CARE ASSOCIATION
Members were given copies of a letter received from Tammy Sperr of Columbia
Heights Day Care Association requesting the use of Senior/Ostrander Room for
meetings every second Monday of the month, except for December, from 6:30 to
9:00 p.m. for 1996/97. Motion by Peterson, second by Magnuson to approve use
of Senior/Ostrander Room. All ayes, motion carried.
OLD BUSINESS
MULTI-USE CENTER PROJECT
Jon Gurban, Executive Director of the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association
gave a presentation on how to promote a successful bond referendum and on
public/private facility partnerships. He also explained the importance of timing
for a successful referendum. The need for a future special meeting with Mr.
Gurban was agreed upon to discuss the promotion of a referendum in Columbia
Heights.
PARK AND RECRFJ%TION SURVEY
Each Commission Member received a draft copy of the Park & Recreation Survey
report. The Recreation Director provided a summary of the survey report. The
survey report will be discussed in greater detail at the July meeting.
PARK STUDY
Lauren introduced Matt Brinza and explained his position and duties as a Park
Intern. Matt gave a short report on his background and what his plans are for
the study of the City parks.
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WADING POOL MAINTENANCE
Lauren spoke about the schedule and that the repairs are on schedule and feels
that they should open by mid July. Jerry Foss was concerned about the dollars
spent and where they were coming from. Lauren also explained that the State will
be more involved in overseeing the pools in the future and the pools will have to
be completely renovated or they will not be able to be open for operation.
YOUTH INITIATIVE GRANT
A task force is in place to oversee the $64,764.00 state grant available to
Columbia Heights for youth after-school and weekend enrichment programs. It
is proposed that Julie Dehmer be the program coordinator and that the City be
the fiscal agent for the grant. The youth initiative program will be known in the
future as the CHASE program (Columbia Heights After School Enrichment).
REVISED CUS'IX)DIAN II JOB DESCRIPTION
Commission members were give a revised copy of the job description for the
Custodian II (Caretaker) position for review. A new Custodian II should be hired
immediately due to a shortage of workers. The Commission agreed that the
revised job description reflects the duties and responsibilities of the position.
NEW BUSINESS
REPLACEMENT OF PADDED STACKING CHAIRS
Commission members were given a memo from Iiaren Moeller, Senior Citizen
Coordinator regarding the substandard condition of the stacking chairs in the
Senior Center. The Commission members were shown a typical stacking chair
and the chair's substandard condition was demonstrated. Dick Petkoff suggested
getting folding chairs with padded seats and backs. Bob Ruettimann suggested
that Randy Quale speak to Mark Winson and have this recommendation put on
the next Council's work session agenda.
REPLACEMENT OF DAMAGED ROUND 8' TABLE
Randy Ouale explained that a comer had collapsed on one of the round tables but
was unknown how it happened. Eileen Evans suggested that it may be more
feasible to go with rectangular as opposed to round tables. Commission agreed
to replace the damaged round table with an existing rectangular table.
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1996 MURZYN HALL CAPITAL OUTLAY PROJECTS
Randy commented on how nice the Senior Center floor looks with the new carpet
and tile. The newly refinished wood floor in the main hall also looks nice.
Commission instructed Randy Quale to write a letter of commendation to Bill
Antzaras for his fine work refinishing the wood floor. The installation of a single
door on the west side of the building for easier access for caterers was also
discussed.
GOOSE CONTROL AT LABELLE PARK
Lauren explained that goose control services have been put in the budget to
address this ongoing problem.
REPORTS
RECREATION DIRECTOR
The Recreation Director discussed Back-to-the-Park program and the success of
the program. Participation numbers have nearly doubled from last year.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
The Public Works Superintendent reported that quotes have been received for new
playground equipment for Ostrander/Gauvitte Parks and were close to the
$30,000 which was budgeted.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Jerry Foss inquired about moving caterer vehicles after unloading supplies.
These vehicles block traffic utilizing the service drive around the west end of the
building. Efleen Evans suggested installirlg a loading/unloading zone sign,
and/or painting the curb yellow.
Motion by Foss, second by Evans to adjourn at 8:45 p.m. All ayes, motion
carried.
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