HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 19, 1996 City of Columbia Heights
Park and Recreation Commission
December 19, 1996
The meeting was c~lled to order by Chairman Dick Petkoff at 6:46 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present:
Members absent:
Dick Petkoff; Efleen Evans; Bruce Magnuson;
Bob Ruettimann; Gary Peterson; Mark Winson,
Public Works Director/City Engineer
Jerry Foss; Randy Quale, Recreation Director
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items were on the consent agenda.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Move to approve the minutes of the November 26, 1996 meeting.
APPROVAL PAYMENT OF BILLS
Move to approve payment of bills as listed from the proper funds.
APPROVAL CONSENT AGENDA
Motion by Evans, second by Magnuson to approve the consent agenda. All
ayes, motion carried.
LETTERS AND REQUESTS
No letters or requests received.
OLD BUSINESS
1996 MURZYN I-I~T.T. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
The Public Works Director updated members that padded chairs have been
ordered, approval has been given for roof repairs, heat tape will be installed on
the roof ff approved by the City Council, and bids are being sought for kitchen
cabinets. Members were advised of several problems with the roof this week.
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MURZYN HAT. T. BOILER CONCERNS
The Public Works DirecWr advised members that a meeting was held between
City officials and Honeywell regarding boiler concerns at Murzyn Hall.
Honeywell had been asked to post their license in the boiler room, but have
stated that since they only perform repairs and are not responsible for daily
boiler inspections, they are not required to post their license. The Head
Custodian has been asked to post his Class 2A license, but is reluctant to do
so and would like the city to pay for the cost of his license. Members
discussed the matter and possible solutions.
PARK AND RECRF. ATION COMMISSION VACANCY
Members reviewed a letter from Mayor Sturdevant informing James Nelson of
his appointment to the Park and Recreation Commission.
OTHER OLD BUSINESS
No other old business at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
MURZYN HAI.L SNOW REMOVAL POLICY
Members discussed the proposed snow removal policy. The policy clarifies
staff responsibility for snow removal at Murzyn Hall. Motion by Petkoff,
second by Magnuson to approve the snow removal policy and include it in the
Murzyn Hall Management Plan. All ayes, motion carried.
WEEKEND RINK MAINTENANCE
Members discussed concerns regarding weekend rink maintenance and
possible solutions to the problem. The Public Works Director recommended
that rinks receive minimal maintenance on weekends. On weekends when no
events are scheduled for ice rinks, the rinks will be plowed and/or swept by
Public Works staff if we receive 1/2" or more of snowfall. Motion by Petkoff,
second by Magnuson to approve the weekend rink maintenance recommenda-
tions. All ayes, motion carried.
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OTHER NEW BUSINESS
Members received copies of a memo from John Herbert regarding basketball
practice cancellations. The Public Works Director advised member that Matt
Brinza has successfully completed his internship with Public Works. He has
prepared copies of Huset Park plans and a memo of thanks to each
commission member. A letter of recommendation will be sent to him from
commission members. Members reviewed a Christmas card received from
Edith Wargo in which she expressed her appreciation to Public Works crews
for the fine job they have done in maintaining and decoration Wargo Court this
year. Warming houses will open tomorrow, December 20, 1996.
REPORTS
RECREATION DIRECTOR
No report.
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
No report.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
No report.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Ruettimann, second by Evans to adjourn.
All ayes, motion carried.