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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-01-17 Chair Swan called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Lake Marion Conference Room. Members Present: Bob Swan, Jeanne Peterson, Holly Weberg, Judy Hayes, Jim Storms Members Absent: Lori Bovitz, Tom Goodwin Staff Present: Parks & Recreation Director John Hennen, Environmental Resources Manager Mac Cafferty, Arts Center Manager Joe Masiarchin, Recreation Supervisor Patty Dexter, Recreation Program Coordinator Kacie Robinson, Recording Secretary Stella Eskelson Minutes were approved as written. No citizens present. Staff from the Lakeville Area Arts Center and Recreation department attended the meeting to share program overviews and touch on what their individual roles are. Staff came prepared to discuss current programs, various budgetary details, as well as program highlights. Patty Dexter started the discussion, followed by Kacie Robinson and both discussed current programs as well as efforts to offer new programs. Staff shared that this past winter new programs have been offered including Winter Adventures and Friday Night Basketball for Youth as well as participation numbers for these new programs. Kacie Robinson shared various special events that she manages including the Haunted Forest, Santa Secret Store and Easter Egg Scramble. Staff addressed questions regarding cooperation and joint efforts between Community Education and Lakeville Parks and Recreation. Staff shared that with the transition of team members on both sides, there has been a recent renewed effort to partner on programs and determine how best they can work together to offer successful programs in the future. Staff shared that one such program will be Country Heat, those interested in registering for this course can do so through either Community Ed or Parks and Recreation, the hope is to see increased participation. Staff shared details around programs that could be co-sponsored to target older adolescents specifically the 13-16 age group, committee members expressed concern over how few programs there are for this age group. Ideas around working with public schools and various community outreach partnerships were discussed and staff shared some insight on how this had been managed in the past. Committee members expressed an interest in having access to monthly or quarterly reports that would detail items such as the type of programs offered, participation numbers and ages of participants. Staff will explore what reporting capabilities are Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee Meeting Minutes, February 1, 2017 Page 2 available in order to provide this information to committee members. Committee member Storms pitched an idea to have a brainstorming session with committee members and the Recreation staff to discuss possible recreation programs and activities. It was suggested that Recreation staff members attend committee meetings more often in the future to give updates on recreation programs and activities, staff will determine the frequency of this. Lakeville Area Arts Center Manager Joe Masiarchin discussed the main types of programs that are offered at the Arts Center. Joe shared information around various grants that were awarded from the state and how this impacts the operation of the Arts Center. Committee members had questions regarding funding for the Arts Center. Joe shared that much of the funding comes from fundraising, donations and ticket sales as well as tax subsidies. Committee members shared ideas on how to best promote and highlight the extra effort that staff dedicates to fundraising ventures. Staff shared details around how shows are selected and that recommendations are consistently flowing in. The Lakeville Area Arts Center hosts 16 of its own shows in addition to those hosted by local theatre groups in the area. Staff provided an overview of how time at the Arts Center is managed and who oversees this process with the theatre groups and other performers that hold shows there. Outdoor venue possibilities were discussed as well as what measures staff takes when the Arts Center is fully booked. This segment concluded with committee members introducing themselves to staff and sharing information on their individual backgrounds. This plat consists of the development of three single family residential lots on 1.04 acres. The property is currently vacant following the demolition of a home that was removed during the 2016 Dodd Boulevard reconstruction project. In conjunction with this plat, there is a public drainage and utility easement that must be vacated. to recommend to City Council approval of the Chokecherry Hill 6th Addition Preliminary Plat subject to the recommendations as presented by City staff. Ayes: unanimous This plat is a result of the Dakota County CSAH 50 roadway improvements. The plat is designed to provide access to the existing businesses in the area. Staff shared that community meetings have been held and that the City and Dakota County have been working with the property owners throughout the process. Committee member Hayes asked about the stormwater management plan. Staff shared that the stormwater treatment plans will be finalized with the construction plans but locations have been identified within the project area to treat stormwater. to recommend to City Council approval of the Kenwood Trail Preliminary Plat subject to the recommendations as presented by City staff. Ayes: unanimous Parks, Recreation & Natural Resources Committee Meeting Minutes, February 1, 2017 Page 3 Staff provided an update on the progression of the West Lake Marion Off Road Bike Course development. Current funds from the City and the Lakeville Cycling Association totals $109,000. The goal is to have a total of 5 miles of trail that will include areas for beginner, intermediate and advanced cyclists. Staff also shared that members from the City as well as the Lakeville Cycling Association will be approaching the Lakeville Rotary and Lakeville Lions in weeks to come with the intention of securing more funding for this project. Staff touched on a past discussion of the possibility of the City being involved in the development and construction of a bubble/dome facility. City staff met with representatives from the school district to explore the potential of a joint project. This is an ongoing discussion, staff updates to come. The next PRNRC meeting will be held on February 15th. Meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Stella Eskelson, Recording Secretary