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Home My WebLink Aboutfeb-23-agendaCITY OF COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA KEYE ROOM, JOHN P. MURZYN HALL WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2011 5:30 P.M. 1. ROLL CALL 2. CONSENT AGENDA These items listed are considered to be routine by the Park & Recreation Commission and will be enacted as part of the consent agenda by one motion. A. Approval of January 12, 2011 Minutes B. Approval Payment of Bills 3. LETTERS AND REQUESTS A. Letter of request for a discounted rental rate of Murzyn Hall for the Anoka County Historical Society Attached is a letter of request from the Anoka County Historical Society with details of the fundraising event for Friday, October 7, 2011. B. Letter of request for a late rental time of 2:00 a.m. on Friday, April 22, 2011 Attached is a letter of request from the renter of Murzyn Hall to stay until 2:00 a.m. for their non- alcoholic reception on April 22, 2011. They will pay any additional fees. C. Letter of request for an open bar reception on Friday, September 30, 2011 Attached is a letter of request from the renter of Murzyn Hall for the reception. They will hire bartenders to serve the alcohol free to their guests. D. Letter of request for a discounted rental rate of Murzyn Hall for a fundraising event on a Friday evening in April 2011 from 6:00 p.m, until 11:00 p.m. Attached is a letter of request with details of the event and documentary project for the Work War H veteran. E. Request for a discounted rental of Murzyn Hall for a fundraiser on a Sunday afternoon. Gary Peterson will discuss the preliminary details. Attached is a story covered by KARE 11. 4. OLD BUSINESS A. Ramsdell Park: Final Plans Hansen will discuss the Final Plans for Ramsdell Park. 5. NEW BUSINESS 6. REPORTS None at this time. A. Recreation Director B. Public Works Director /City Engineer C. Commission Members 7. ADJOURNMENT The City of Columbia Heights does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs or activities. Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in all City of Columbia Heights' services, programs and activities. Auxiliary aids for handicapped persons are available upon request when the request is made at least 96 hours in advance. Please call the City Council Secretary at 706 -3611, to make arrangements. (TDD /706 -3692 for deaf only). City of Columbia Heights Park and Recreation Commission January 12, 2011 Eileen Evans called the meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. ROLL CALL Members present: Eileen Evans; Tom Greenhalgh; Stan Hoium; Kevin McDonald; David Payne; Marsha Stroik Staff Present: Kevin Hansen, Public Works Director /City Engineer; Keith Windschitl, Recreation Director; Deanna Saeflke, Secretary; Gary Peterson, Mayor Question by Hoium on the line item of $2000 listed for Garbage Can, Evans had that question as well. Hansen stated it was for the parks and would be for multiple cans. APPROVAL CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Greenhalgh, second by McDonald, to approve the consent agenda. Upon vote: All ayes. Motion Carried. LETTERS AND REQUESTS A. Letter of appreciation re ag rding the Tobacco Free Policy Windschitl indicated that resident Grace Lee wrote a letter of appreciation for the work done by the Park & Recreation Commission and City Staff to implement the Tobacco Free Policy. Saefke read the letter from Lee. OLD BUSINESS Payne asked if the plaque in memory of Jerry Foss was hanging at the new Huset Park shelter. Hansen indicated that it was scheduled to be hung up, but had not seen if it was completed at this time. NEW BUSINESS None at this time. REPORTS A. Recreation Director Windschitl indicated the Murzyn Hall roof has had several leaks inside the building. Along with the Maintenance Supervisor Tim Barnes, and Steve Leese from Public Works, spent two days on the roof removing snow and chipped ice. Peterson asked why Public Works doesn't steam the gutters any more. Windschitl replied that after the snow was removed the gutters were open. Windschitl reported there was an article in the Focus newspaper on the Hylander Center. Since that article was published there have been new people using the facility. Numbers have increased after the article as well. Park & Recreation Commission January 12, 2011 Page 2 He stated that Barnes has hired part time staff for the cleaning of the Library, Public Works and City Hall buildings. As of the first of the year the City and specifically the Recreation Department have taken on the cleaning of these building in- house. The cleaning of Murzyn Hall and Public Safety building are already being done by Recreation staff. Evans asked if the hours for cleaning are back charged to that building or Department. Windschitl replied that yes, each Department is charged for the cleaning time. B. Public Works Director /City Engineer Hansen indicated that mailings went out to a large area around Ramsdell Park to inform the public of the meeting tonight. In 2011 there is an estimated $300,000 in the Park Development Fund. The purpose of tonight's meeting is to take public comments and to prioritize what the Commission would like to see completed at Ramsdell Park. Hoium asked how much the Park Development fund grows each year. Hansen replied that it depends and can vary. When there is building going on in the City there will be park dedication fees going into the fund. That amount has been substantial when Ryland & Grand Central lofts were growing along with some other sites. It depends on how much development and construction are going on within the City. C. Commission Members Peterson reported the new Firehouse Boxing Gym will be opening for a youth boxing program. This facility is located in the former Fire Department garage. PUBLIC MEETING A. 2011 Ramsdell Park Design Develo ment Evans opened the public meeting at 6:04 p.m. Hansen thanked the public for attending. He indicated the purpose for tonight's meeting is a public input meeting. The City Council has authorized Staff to prepare final plans for the redevelopment of Ramsdell Park. A park redevelopment program began in 2007. In 2008 Silver Lake Beach and Sullivan Park were redeveloped. A few things have also been done at Huset Park with a new shelter, walking trails and playground behind Murzyn Hall. In 2008 a master plan was developed for Ramsdell Park. A master plan is to identify an all inclusive idea of what would like to be seen in the park. With design we are budget limited, there is only so much money available for the types of improvements. After public comment is received the City Council will vote on approving the final plans based the recommendations from the Commission. Construction could begin in 2011. The landscape design consultant Brauer and Associates have done the park redevelopment plans in the City over the past several years. Candace Amberg, RLA from Brauer and Associates, Ltd. will present the design plans for Ramsdell Park. Amberg indicated that she was involved in the original master plan in 2008 for Ramsdell Park. She presented the design development plan and discussed elements throughout the park that could be completed in the first phase. Park & Recreation Commission January 12, 2011 Page 3 Amberg presented some of the elements such as; reallocating the ballfield location, pull in parking spaces off of Jefferson, playground relocation away from the street, ballfield fencing to protect walkers and players, updated trail, pool improvements that would be on hold due to cost, moving the seating to the inside of the fence around the pool area, removing the basketball court, and creating infiltration basins (essentially a rain garden), for adequate drainage throughout the park, trails and parking lots. Amberg presented alternate plans; a new shelter, park monument sign, ballfield improvements with fencing, a batting cage and drinking fountain, bike rack and a skate park area on the current property owned by the school. Hansen indicated the skate park is very costly and would be a future amenity with negotiations between the Columbia Heights School District and the City. Resident comments included; traffic concerns with speed, stopping and parking along Johnson Street, having an attendant for the wading pool, keeping a shade area over a portion of the pool, the building is under utilized, getting a skating rink back at Ramsdell or taking turns at different parks, glad the hockey rink is no longer there, is any of the playground equipment able to be used in another location, glad the basketball court is gone, in favor of a skate park, not in favor of a skate park, if considering a skate park placing it near the Police Department like other Cities do, in lieu of funding creating a community garden or rain garden in the park, love the park and glad that the City is not trying to phase it out, and likes the walking trails. Hansen indicated that the City Council authorized a preparation of final plans and directed the Commission to hold a public meeting. The next step is to go back to the City Council with the final plans with what is considered the first phase and seek approval to go out for bids. If it is authorized in 2011 Staff would look at construction in the same year. Any future phases would be considered, and go through the Park & Recreation Commission depending on funding availability. Right now there would be nothing in the short term. Beyond the first phase Hansen does not anticipate any improvement for one to three years, unless another funding resource became available. He stated that there has not been any significant redevelopment at Ramsdell Park in about a thirty year time span. There has been a few playground upgrades or other small improvements only. Hansen indicated the design redevelopment plan will be placed on the City website for continued review and comment. He thanked the public for attending. ADJOURNMENT Evans adjourned the public meeting at 7:00 p.m. Deanna Saefke, Recreation Clerk Typist II 123110 STAPLES ADVANTAGE 2.03 *10* SELF INKING STAMP 101 -45200 2000 122910 SPECIALTY TURF & AG INC 431.08 TRUCK MOUNT SPRAYER 101 -45200 2010 122910 RAPID GRAPHICS & MAILIN 34.84 2 -PART LEAVE FORMS 101 -45200 2030 121310 MIDWEST LANDSCAPES IN 491.63 MAPLE, OAK,SVCBERRY THE 101 -45200 2160 122910 SPECIALTY TURF & AG INC 1042.46 250 GAL DE -ICE 101 -45200 2161 121310 MENARDS CASHWAY LUMI 7.47 CLOCK TOWER XMAS WREI 101 -45200 2171 121310 MENARDS CASHWAY LUMI 4.23 RED BULBS 101 -45200 2171 121310 HOME DEPOT #2802 6.33 CHRISTMAS BULBS 101 -45200 2171 121310 HOME DEPOT #2802 39.69 GARBAGE CAN LIDS 101 -45200 2171 121310 HOME DEPOT #2802 9.13 SPIKES, TAPE 101 -45200 2171 121310 HOME DEPOT #2802 7.35 PLASTIC BAGS 101 -45200 2171 121310 HOME DEPOT #2802 -0.14 6.875% ST TAX ADJ 101 -45200 2171 121310 FERGUSON WATERWORK; 8.62 HARD HAT LINER 101 -45200 2171 122910 HOME DEPOT #2802 29.95 LIGHT BLUBS 101 -45200 2171 122910 HOME DEPOT #2802 -29.95 RETURN LIGHT BULBS 101 -45200 2171 122910 S & T OFFICE PRODUCTS 1 12.67 ROLL TOWELS3 101 -45200 2171 123110 HOME DEPOT #2802 21.39 *10* FENCING SLIDING HIL 101 -45200 2171 123110 HOME DEPOT #2802 -0.05 *10* 6.875% STATE TAX AD 101 -45200 2171 123110 GAME TIME 767.60 *10* HUSET PARK SIGN POS 101 -45200 2171 123110 GAME TIME -1.79 *10* 6.875% STATE TAX AD ( 101 -45200 2171 121310 G & K SERVICES INC 35.99 UNIFORM RENTAL 101 -45200 2172 121310 G & K SERVICES INC 35.99 UNIFORM RENTAL 101 -45200 2172 121310 G & K SERVICES INC 36.22 UNIFORM RENTAL 101 -45200 2172 122910 G & K SERVICES INC 36.22 UNIFORM RENTAL 101 -45200 2172 122910 G & K SERVICES INC 36.22 UNIFORM RENTAL 101 -45200 2172 123110 G & K SERVICES INC 36.22 *10* UNIFORM RENTAL 0( 101 -45200 2172 123110 G & K SERVICES INC 36.22 *10* UNIFORM RENTAL 0(101 -45200 2172 123010 DEC 2010 GARAGE ALLOC 821.30 PARKS PARTS 101 -45200 2280 123010 DEC 2010 FUEL ALLOCATIC 1648.12 PARK FUEL 101 -45200 2282 121310 GREEN LIGHTS RECYCLIN( 354.25 TRANSFORMER DISPOSAL 101 -45200 3050 123110 BRAUER & ASSOCIATES Ll 5020.50 *10* RAMSDELL PK DESIGN 101 -45200 3050 120810 NORTHERN GREEN EXPO 198.00 2011 EXPO LUND, NORDLUN 101 -45200 3105 120810 NORTHERN GREEN EXPO 36.00 EXPO KLINE, FETZER. CORE 101 -45200 3105 121310 INTEGRATED LOSS CONTF 63.00 120110 SFTY, ENVIR SVC 101 -45200 3105 120810 MN DEPT OF ADMINISTRAI 78.40 103107 COLH 01,03,04,17 101 -45200 3210 121310 T- MOBILE INC 20.78 112010 563706594 002101 101 -45200 3211 121310 T- MOBILE INC 20.78 112010 563705899 002101 101 -45200 3211 123110 T- MOBILE INC 20.78 *10* 122010 563705899 002 101 -45200 3211 123110 T- MOBILE INC 20.78 *10* 122010 563706594 002101-45200 3211 123010 10 PROP & LIAB INS ALLOC 1610.67 10 PROP & LIAB INS ALLOC 101 -45200 3600 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 170.19 110410 51- 7654903 -4 101 -45200 3810 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 9.38 110410 51- 7654903 -4 101 -45200 3810 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 29.47 110410 51- 9597586 -9 101 -45200 3810 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 26.27 110410 51- 8042065 -3 101 -45200 3810 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 89.24 111210 51- 5950185 -0 101 -45200 3810 120110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 12.28 111210 51- 5950185 -0 101 -45200 3810 122210 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 9.40 120710 51- 7654903 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P) 9.08 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 23.37 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 28.72 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 94.67 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 9.08 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 70.11 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 38.18 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 43.83 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 43.01 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 61.83 *10* 121310 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 9.56 *10* 011011 51- 7634903 -4 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 231.73 *10* 011011 51- 7654903 -4 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 10.83 *10* 011011 51- 8042065 -3 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 51.52 *10* 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4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 61.45 *10* 011211 51- 4159573 -1 101 -45200 3810 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 123110 XCEL ENERGY (N S P) 123010 CITY U/B DEC 2010 123010 CITY U/B DEC 2010 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 120110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 122210 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123110 CENTER POINT ENERGY 123010 CITY U/B DEC 2010 121310 AID ELECTRIC SERVICE INi 121310 MARCO, INC 122210 NICK'S TREE SERVICE INC 121310 NSI MECHANICAL CONTRA 123010 DEC 2010 GARAGE ALLOC 121310 ON SITE SANITATION INC 121310 ON SITE SANITATION INC 121310 ON SITE SANITATION INC 121310 ON SITE SANITATION INC 121310 ON SITE SANITATION INC 122910 ON SITE SANITATION INC 122910 ON SITE SANITATION INC 122910 ON SITE SANITATION INC 128.25 122910 ON SITE SANITATION INC 49.16 122910 ON SITE SANITATION INC 49.16 5244.25 193.39 3.00 28366.41 125.42 125.42 123010 10 GARAGE SPACE ALLOC 121310 AAA AWARDS 123010 CITY U/B DEC 2010 123010 10 PROP & LAB INS ALLOC 25.62 *10* 011211 51- 4159573 -1 67.26 *10* 011211 51- 4159573 -1 46.69 *10* 011211 51- 4159573 -1 63.80 *10* 011211 51- 4159573 -1 207.73 UTILITIES- SEPT,OCT,NOV 13.73 UTILITIES- SEPT,OCT,NOV 25.44 111210 8000014661 -5 26.53 111210 8000014661 -5 12.83 111210 8000014661 -5 13.37 111210 8000014661 -5 12.83 111210 8000014661 -5 19.39 110410 5452216 -4 70.58 120710 5452216 -4 100.00 *10* 121510 8000014661 -5 47.07 *10* 121510 8000014661 -5 57.18 *10* 121510 8000014661 -5 66.10 *10* 121510 8000014661 -5 66.54 *10* 121510 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 101 -45200 158.54 *10* 010711 5452216 -4 101 -45200 222.52 *10* 011711 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 60.75 *10 *011711 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 148.56 *10* 011711 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 198.00 *10* 011711 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 232.12 *10* 011711 8000014661 -5 101 -45200 88.02 UTILITIES- SEPT,OCT,NOV 101 -45200 186.36 GATEWAY FLAG LIGHT 049! 101 -45200 3.78 MAINT 1 12810- 122710 0485101 -45200 1814.37 PARKS TREE REMOVAL 002;101 -45200 251.32 PARKS MAINT 1110 -0211 00'd 101 -45200 1746.50 PARKS LABOR 101 -45200 3810 3810 3810 3810 3820 3820 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3830 3850 4000 4000 4000 4020 4050 223.75 SAT RENT 11/10 HUSET 101 -45200 4100 128.25 SAT RENT 11/10 SULLIVAN 101 -45200 4100 49.16 SAT RENT 11/10 LABELLE 101 -45200 4100 49.16 SAT RENT 11/10 KEYES 101 -45200 4100 49.16 SAT RENT 11/10 MCKENNA 101 -45200 4100 49.16 SAT 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CITY U/B JAN 2011 56.34 UTI LITI ES-OCT,NOV, DEC 101 -45200 3850 13111 11 GARAGE SPACE ALLO 5,394.25 2011 BUDGETED TRANSFE 101 -45200 4100 12411 MPSTMA 40 2011 DUES LUND 101 -45200 4330 7427.14 10145200 Total 13111 11 PROP & LIAB INS ALLC 125.42 2011 BUDGETED TRANSFE 412 -45200 3600 125.42 412 -45200 Total 7552.56 Grand Total JANUARY EXPENSES - MURZYN HALL - 2011 Date Vendor Item Amount Account 10 -Jan -11 Trio Supply Company floormats JPM $290.65 2010 10- Jan -11 Menards batt, tape, pliers $49.86 2171 10- Jan -11 Home Depot roof rake $100.44 2171 24- Jan -11 Trio Supply Company soap. t , twl, liners, hand soap $719.05 2171 24- Jan -11 Menards 2 snow shovels $27.60 2171 24- Jan -11 Menards laundry deter ent $8.531 2171 10- Jan -11 G4S Secure Solutions Security 11 -13 -10 $235.60 3050 24- Jan -11 G4S Secure Solutions Security 12/31/10 $68.57 3050 24- Jan -11 G4S Secure Solutions Security 1/2/11 $254.04 3050 26- Jan -11 Xcel Energy electric $1,784.64 3810 12- Jan -11 Center Point Energy Gas 12/15/10 $769.54 3830 24- Jan -11 G & K services Inc wet, dry mops $46.89 4020 Total 1 $4,355.41 DECEMBER EXPENSES - MURZYN HALL -2010 Date Vendor Item Amount Account 29- Dec -10 Superior Product vaccum, mats - JPM $277.54 2010 13- Dec -10 Menards sheet rock, spackle $34.25 2160 13- Dec -10 Industrial & Residential emergency lights $174.81 2171 13- Dec -10 Genuine arts /NAPA auto wiper blades rec car $9.81 2171 13- Dec -10 Menards tool, grease, cleaner $51.34 2171 13- Dec -10 Minvalco Inc emergency as repair valve $280.01 2171 29- Dec -10 Menards sheet rock JPM $22.56 2171 29- Dec -10 Ecolab dishwasher soap $158.13 2171 13- Dec -10 Shamrock pop for JPM bar $34.65 2990 29- Dec -10 Shamrock pop for JPM bar $69.30 2990 29- Dec -10 Goo le Ind antis am- recreation $84.00 3050 29- Dec -10 G4S Secure Solutions security 12/3, 12/10, 12/18 $290.92 3050 1- Dec -10 Qwest Communications telephone November $89.04 3210 8- Dec -10 MN Dept of Administration MN Dept of Administration $229.97 3210 15- Dec -10 Qwest Communications telephone December $76.66 3210 29- Dec -10 Qwest Communications telephone December $12.18 3210 29- Dec -10 MN Dept of Administration MN Dept of Administration $152.92 3210 29- Dec -10 Marco, Inc labor contract murz n hall $268.84 3210 13- Dec -10 Twin City Bridal JPM 2011 membership listing $495.00 3430 1- Dec -10 Xcel Energy electric November $1,448.74 3810 15- Dec -10 Xcel Energy electric December $1,376.87 3810 30- Dec -10 City U/B Dec 2010 water utilities se , oct, nov $233.00 3820 1- Dec -10 Center Point Energy as November $198.04 3830 30- Dec -10 City U/B Dec 2010 sewer utilities se p, oct, nov $453.13 3850 13- Dec -10 SBSI Inc classtrak support $1,137.42 4000 13- Dec -10 G &K Services Inc mops, dust mops $60.82 4020 13- Dec -10 NSI Mechanical Contracting as control valve re Icmt, JPM $2,508.25 4020 13- Dec -10 Orkin pest control november $76.131 4020 13- Dec -10 Menards mr clean, batteries $19.96 4020 29- Dec -10 G &K Services Inc mo s, ra s, JPM $57.60 4020 29- Dec -10 Orkin monthly service $105.00 4020 13- Dec -10 G &K Services Inc linens, napkins $58.75 4100 29- Dec -10 G &K Services Inc linens & mops $70.64 4100 Total $10,616.28 * chn, + A I stopped in yesterday to look at the hall for possible use for a fundraising event at the Anoka County Historical Society. Could we make a request for the evening of Friday, Oct. 7? We'd probably rent it from noon to midnight to allow us to set up and take down for the event which would run from 6 or 7 -1 Opm. We would be having a sock hop themed fundraising event with a live band and silent auction tables. We'd also like to use the Lions Club to serve beer. Yes, we area 501(c)(3) non -for- profit organization. The funds raised at the event would go towards operational support for the Historical Society. The would be a ticket fee to attend the event, probably $15420. The benefit to Columbia Heights would be that funds raised at the event go to support our mission to collect and preserve all of Anoka County's history. I would like this e-mail to serve as the request, but I'm more than happy to send a letter if the committee generally prefers that. Todd S. Mahon Executive Director Anoka County Historical Society 2135 Third Avenue North Anoka, MN 55303 -2258 (763) 421 -0600 todd @ac- hs.org To Park & Recreation Commission, I am writing this letter regarding a request to stay late until 2:00 Am on Friday April 22 2011. The reason behind it is a cultural thing that goes on until late night. It is my guarantee that there is not going to be any alcohol usage in the function hall and alcohol is against my culture. I will be glad if you grant this request and allow us to stay until 2:00 Am. Thank you Shazia Khatoon A - U(, WU-VvJ C 1/17/2011 Katrina Schleisman & John Archambault 136 14" Ave NE #2 Minneapolis, MN 55413 To the City of Columbia Heights Park and Recreation Commissioners: We are writing this letter to request permission to serve alcoholic beverages at no charge to our guests at our wedding. We have contracted with the City of Columbia Heights to have our wedding at John P. Murzyn Hall on Friday, September 30 2011. We would like permission to purchase the alcohol and bar supplies for our event and bring them to John Murzyn Hall to be served by the City of Columbia Heights Lion's - �A - Club bartenders. Our guest list will be well under 275 people - it is currently 225. The attendees are primarily members of Katrina's very large family and our closest friends. We are planning a pretty conventional wedding celebration, with a dinner and dance, and our wish in having an open bar is simply to provide good hospitality to our guests. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Katrina or John at the number below. Thank you, Katrina & John 612- 859 -5406 y � Give_ V?4 r r t l 4(3 ,n 0,-> t u vvx O pp LauFe_�l�J L; � C' 1 wb Vyie to j ,� &( , 6727 Partridge Place Lino Lakes, Minnesota February 14, 2011 Dear Members of the Columbia Heights Parks and Rec Commission, I would appreciate your consideration of a request to rent Murzyn Hall at a reduced rate. I am planning a fund - raising event (a 1940s dance) to enable a Minnesota veteran of World war II to return to France this May, sixty -seven years after he served as a motor messenger in Gen. Patton's army. We will be shooting a documentary film of this trip to preserve this soldier's history and to honor his service for our country. Details may be found on the attachment I've included. We would need the facility on a Friday evening in April from about 6 -11 p.m. We anticipate this will be a fun, family- oriented event in your community which will create awareness of our project as well as allow folks to meet a member of the Greatest Generation and others who so faithfully fought for our freedom. We realize this is much to ask in this economy, but if you could possibly help us in any way with the rental fee, it will allow us to raise a portion of the funds needed for this worthwhile effort. Thanks very much. I look forward to hearing from you. Very sincerely, Lee Burtman Author: Fighting For Delphine: A Soldier's True Story of Triumph and Tears Co- Producer: As Promised — Return To Fenetrange leeburtman @aol.com 651- 429 -1246 As Promised Return to FtnEtrange Introduction This is a proposal for a 60- minute documentary for general audiences. The film will follow an 86- year -old Minnesota WWII veteran Ken Krueger's journey back to France sixty -seven years after experiencing victory in war, but defeat in love. This true story is based on the subject's memoir, Fighting For Delphine: A Soldier's True Story of Triumph and Tears, published in 2008. Statement of Purnose More than 1200 World War II veterans are passing into eternity each day, taking their memories with them -- men and women whose sacrifices liberated millions, but whose experiences are now lost in time. As significant as these stories are to the continued freedom of our world, it is impossible to preserve each and every one of them. Ken Krueger's story is one that can be saved for the benefit of tomorrow's generations. The Story Upon hearing the devastating news of the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, thousands of young Americans rushed to enlist in the armed services to protect their beloved families and defend their country. With a lump in their throats and a gun in their hands, they soon found themselves standing on foreign soil prepared to meet their enemy and perhaps their Maker. One of those young Americans was then 17- year -old Ken Krueger. Toughened by the economic hardships of the Great Depression, as well as brutal, daily beatings at the hands of an alcoholic father, young Ken left home for the very first time. Tender thoughts of a loving mother and an abiding faith in God would sustain him throughout those dark days of war, as they would throughout his lifetime. After induction into the U.S. Army at Fort Snelling in Minneapolis, then basic training in Missouri, Louisiana and Texas, Ken was assigned to the 92 " Signal Battalion to become a motor messenger. After an arduous voyage across the Atlantic infested with Nazi subs, Ken reveled in the lush beauty of Ireland, Scotland and England. All too soon, however, lie came face -to -face with the hideous horrors of war as he stepped across the sand of "Bloody Omaha" beach in the Normandy region of France and began his job delivering secret messages for General Patton's Headquarters. Driving at breakneck speed to outmaneuver German dive - bombers, snipers, tanks, artillery shells, and land mines, often in utter darkness, Ken drove thousands of miles across France, delivering vital correspondence to the many units fighting on the Frontlines. After many stressful months of seeking shelter along the way in thick hedgerows; in cold, dank foxholes; and in abandoned buildings teeming with lice, Ken was offered a clean, soft bed in the home of a family located in the tiny town of 1 For four blissful months they provided a warm, comforting respite from the death and devastation Ken encountered each day on his message runs. However, a comfortable bed and a hot meal were not the only things that welcomed Ken when he returned to the home. The family's beautiful young daughter, Marguerite (Delphine, of the book Fighting for Delphine), became an especially welcome diversion from the chaos of war as she waited for him to arrive back at the house after a grueling day or week of nonstop deliveries, offering a hug, a sweet kiss and a sense of hope. They fell deeply in love over the last months of the war. With the Allies pushing further into Germany, Ken's job would soon take him away from F6netrange and his beloved "Margie ". Not knowing whether he would ever see her again, Ken proposed. Marguerite answered, "Oui, mon chou1" The elated couple made plans to be married IF Ken could get a pass to return to Fenetrange. Ken left for the Front. Ignoring a firm warning that his securing a pass was not guaranteed, Marguerite set a date and prepared for her wedding day. The day arrived, but Ken didn't. Despite impassioned pleas to his superiors, his pass was not approved until two weeks later. Ken, fearing he had literally left her at the altar, rushed back to Marguerite. Not wanting to waste another moment, Ken impatiently jumped off the train and ran the remaining ten miles on foot to her doorstep. He waited, his heart in his throat, as the door slowly opened. He'd hoped to be greeted with her brilliant smile and sparkling eyes -- instead her face was barely visible, her eyes fixed on his shoes. Quietly and calmly, Marguerite stated there would be no wedding. No discussion. No explanation. Distraught, Ken went back to Germany. Over the next few months Ken wrestled with feelings of anger, confusion and doubt. The word came — the war was over. Soon after, Ken received orders to leave for Marseilles where he would take a ship bound for the United States. The troop train headed for the ship yards filled with smiling soldiers, except for Ken. He was filled with sorrow. Sorrow that he had won the war, but had lost the battle. He was going home — but without his Marguerite. Unable to bear the thought that he may never see her again, Ken defied his orders and left the troop train for Fdndtrange. He just had to say goodbye one last time before he left the country. This time he was met with the smile and sparkling eyes he had hoped to see months before. Overwhelmed with emotion, Marguerite held him as tight and as close as possible while pleading, "Promise me you will return! Promise me you'll come back to me and we will be married." With renewed hope that she did love him, he promised her he would return to spend the rest of their lives together. Ken took the ship home, but he never returned. Sixty -seven years later, Ken contemplates the agonizing decisions he made during the waning days of World War IL Why did he not fulfill his solemn promise to return to France to take Marguerite as his bride? What responsibility does he carry for having broken his honor and her heart? Can he seek forgiveness from someone who can no longer grant it? As Promised will involve the audience in the painful yet healing process of reconciliation through the power of love and faith as Ken faces what is left of his future, by finally returning to face the ghosts of his past. The Treatment Shot on High Definition video, the recording will take place in France, beginning in late May of 2011. The production will employ an engaging blend of interviews with Ken, his family and the family of Marguerite; narration; contemporary and vintage still and motion picture photography; reenactments; and period music to evoke a sense of that era and to explore timeless themes of love, loss, valor, honor, and redemption. The documentary will follow Ken's travels across France, much as he did as a motor messenger from 1943- 1945 -- from Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery, to the D -Day commemoration events, to Paris, to Dachau where Ken witnessed unspeakable atrocities, then to the Alsace - Lorraine area and the town of Fenetrange. The project is estimated to be completed in early to mid -2012. The Production Team The crew will consist of Troy LaFaye, producer /director /videographer, and Lee Burtman, co- producer and author of the subject's memoir. Additional on- location videographer, sound recordist and post - production staff will be hired as needed. When possible, the production will utilize student interns from the Digital Video Production program at Minnesota School of Business. The project will also enlist the support services of an entertainment attorney, a public relations firm, and a fundraising event organizer. Budget The projected cost of the project will be $30,000. These funds would cover travel and lodging expenses while in France, crew wages, insurance coverage, production equipment rental, and promotional expenses. Fundraising Plan Funds will be sought using the following methods: Individual contributions Business sponsorships Grants Public fundraising events Online fundraising campaign through • PayPal.com's Fundrazr • Kickstarter.com • Indiegogo.com • Social Media Facebook Fan Page Twitter Distribution Plan 1. Retail DVD sales to a large base of readers of the memoir and at related book - signing events; the author's web site and social media sites; militaty /veterans' organizations, museums, church groups, events and web sites; and other retail markets. 2. Screenings through television outlets (PBS, History Channel, Military Channel, A &E, local and regional stations); online sites (e.i. Youtube, Godtube); history museums, film festivals; speaking engagements; and church groups. Promotions/Marketine Plan The project will be promoted in the following ways: - Dedicated project website - Cross - promotion with the memoir website - Social media outlets (Facebook, Twitter, etc.) - Local and national publicity coverage: (Print and broadcast news appearances, related magazines and online blogs) - Personal appearances and speaking engagements at public events (i.e. book signings, veteran, military history, museums and church events, conventions and venues). Supporting Materials The following are excerpts from reviews of the memoir, Fighting for Delphine, upon which the documentary is based: "...an exceptional story of love, faith and the power of the past. The amount of detail, particularly during the War years is extraordinary and really places the reader back in time. It will engage your emotions and pull you into the life of this World War II soldier." - -Scott Noble, President, Noble Creative "...a brilliant, compelling and deeply inspirational account of war -torn Europe. War is waged not only on land, but also in a soldier's heart and soul. The book forges through one man's private battle between hope and despair as the reader is brought into experiences exposing the human spirit's journey of faith, courage and perseverance." - -Anne Crowell- Johnson,M.Ed.,LSW,CISM "...an entertaining, honest and deeply personal book of a soldier's actual journey through the thick and thin of life. This is a super story of a man's emotional highs and lows.., with enough sacrifices, disappointments and close calls to fill a lifetime. Fighting For Delphine offers hope that difficulties cannot overwhelm us when we have God's perspective on this life and the life to come - -we will always emerge victorious!" - -Dan Munson,D.Min;LMFT, Family Innovations, Inc. "Ken's memories of the personal and historic events he was a part of are clear and vivid. Not a glamorized, movie version of the war; the account of the everyday triumphs and struggles lie faced is as real and down -to -earth as it gets. I could easily picture what this young soldier was experiencing and was reminded of similar stories my own father told about his WWII service. -- Jan Lester -- Campbell County History News Conclusion We respectfully ask that you consider coming alongside us in preserving Ken's experiences as a representative of the myriad unsung heroes of World War II. With your financial support, the creation of As Promised will enable Ken to return to France to add a final chapter to his memoir, which will begin with the words... I came back —as promised. Donations/Sponsorships Individual donations to the project can be made securely using a credit/debit card or bank account via PayPal.com's Fundrazr on the project website at: as- promised.org or checks or money orders may be mailed to the address below. For more information on business sponsorships, please contact producer Troy LaFaye. Contact information Troy LaFaye, Producer indieflmki 715- 441 -6320 Lee Burtman, Author /Co- Producer 6727 Partridge Place Lino Lakes, MN 55014 leeburtman@aol.com 651- 429 -1246 Websitc: as- oromised.org Print- Care package - giving mom going to visit injured son I kare I Lenin littp: / /www.kare 1 I.com/print.aspx?storyid= 906540 Care package - giving mom going to visit injured son 8158 Phi, Feb 10, 2011 MINNEAPOLIS --A Minnesota mother who helped ease the pain for dozens of Marines serving overseas is feeling her own pain. Cathy Lake is no stranger to helping others. In November she sent out nearly 100 care packages to her son and his fellow Marines in Afghanistan. Now, she's the one who may need some caring for. Her son, 22- year -old Derek Goodridge, was hit by an IED during patrol last week. His tangs collapsed, slnapnel pierced his body, broke his right femur and cut his face. "I couldn't breathe. I couldn't think. I couldn't see. Ijust couldn't understand. I couldn't understand a word... other than our son has been hurt," Lake said. Lake will see her son Thursday night for the first time since he left for war nearly a year ago. He was transferred to a Washington D.C. hospital to recover. Lake is nervous but she won't be going alone. The young corporal's father and only brother will be with her. They too are nervous but know it could have been a lot worse. "I said if we got a phone call and if they're not knocking on our door then he's alive," William Lake, Goodridge's father, said. Lake isn't sure how long it will take for her son to walk again but said the encouragement she has gotten from complete strangers reminds her she is not alone on the road to recovery. "I'm getting emails from parents now telling me that they're sorry about our son," she said. of 1 2/18/2011 12:08 PM