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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975 12-30 PRMMINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA REGULAR SESSION DECEMBER 30, 1975 CITY HALL Call to Order The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission met in regular session and was called to order by Chairman Zerban at 7:10 p.m. Roll Call Chairman Zerban, Commissioners Pickering, Hendrickson, Hickman, Bogle and Johnson. Also present were Director of Park and Recreation Gene Hagel, Councilman Tony Kuefler, Consultant Peter Jacobson and Administrative Assistant James Lacina. Approval of Minutes Motion by Commissioner Hendrickson and seconded by 11-18-75 Commissioner Bogle to approve the minutes of the November 18, 1975 meeting. The motion passed unanimously. 'Rpproval of Minutes Motion by Commissioner Hickman and seconded by 11-25-75 Commissioner Johnson to approve the minutes of the November 25, 1975 meeting. The motion passed unanimously. Review of Policy Consultant Peter Jacobson presented a draft policy Plan Draft plan for review and discussion. At this point in time the Commission read the draft in detail. Following this, Mr. Jacobson briefly commented as to the differences between the other drafts and this one. He stated that he has reorganized this policy document to include one goal, eight objec- tives and 41 policies all pertaining to the park and recreation system. He also stated that this draft includes a narrative for each of the objec- tives and subsequent policies. He briefly reviewed a discussion with the City Manager and Administrative Assistant James Lacina at which time he went over the previous draft of the policy statements. He next reviewed the input by the Commission prior to the policy statement drafts. He stated that the inventory and examination of the classification system will play a major part in adopting the final policies and implementing them. He then commented on an obvious omission of a policy statement relative to historical sites stating this was done so after a discussion with the staff and that this omission represents unsureness of whether or not historical sites preservation falls within the bailiwick of the City park and recreation function. A brief discussion ensued relative to this concept. Mr. Jacobson commented that the policy document is a dynamic document and that if the City should become involved in this area, the document could be amended to comprehend the policy statement on the preservation and mainte- nance of historical sites. Mr. Hagel stated his concern for ignoring the preservation of historical sites indicating that he felt there should be some reference to it in the document. Mr. Jacobson responded by stating that he dealt with the preservation or develop- ment of all sites in the narrative of the document and also related policy no. 3 in that the historical sites can become a part of the classi- fication system and by that reference be covered as part of the document. The secretary stated that this omission did not represent questioning the validity of preserving historical sites but rather whose bailiwick it was, the City's, the state's or the county's. Mr. Jacobson then continued with his review pointing out the policy document should be reviewed at least every five years. Chairman Zerban inquired as to the signery aspect of the park design. He commented that he felt directional signs as well as identifying logo signery would be advantageous for identifying and locating parks within the City. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting recessed Recess at 8®10 p.m. and resumed at 8®30 p.m. Mr. Jacobson again proceeded with a continued review of the policies concerning coordination of efforts for local, state and federal govern- ments to plan and develop a park and recreation system. He stated that a maximum of cooperation and coordination effort should be extended between the schools' facilities and the City's park and recreation facilities to make for a more compatible total system. 0 12-30-75 -2- ~ w A brief discussion then ensued relative to policy statement #27 regarding the replacement of equipment, land and facilities where park areas are taken by another agency. Mr. Jacobson then continued with a discussion on coordination and maximization of the expen- diture of ailoted funds for the park and recrea- tion facilities and areas. lie stated that the Comprehensive Plan should be a document outlining policy development, the physical plan and a cost and scheme for implementation. He pointed out that a capital improvements program was a major part of this plan. Councilman Kuefler then briefly commented relative to the format for priority assignment. Mr. Jacobson stated that priority assignment would be based on the total system deficiencies first and then the neighborhood with the most needs followed by the general neighborhood deficiencies and then those multiple use facilities over special use facilities. A brief discussion ensued relative to this concept. Councilman Kuefler indicated that he would like to see a list or breakup based on the initial inven- tory recommendations put together with these'' priority assignments added. Mr. Jacobson indicated that he would look into this matter. Mr. Hagel then commented relative to policy statement #32 regarding the provision of facilities and programs for all adult organized league activities and outside groups to strive to be made self-sustaining through user charges. He stated that in his opinion the word "programs" should not be addressed to in this policy state- ment since it is not addressed to at any other time and the major focus of this policy statement is toward park and recreation facilities. Councilman Kuefler suggested leaving off the word °programs" in this statement. Mr. Hagel stated that this would accomplish the objective since with that deletion it is actually a policy that is currently being implemented. Mr. Hagel next inquired relative to policy state- ment #35 regarding the time factor for develop- ment. He stated that he did not feel the economic factor should be the sole factor regarding the development with the least disruption to the neigh- borhood. Mr. Jacobson pointed out that he did -3- 12-30-75 address to the time factor in the narrative of the document on page 10 stating that because of the limited or scarce finances for the park and recreation function, development of the system should consider the most economical way of developing, lessening the disruption that is caused in the neighborhood and considering the urgency of the impending improvement. Mr. Jacobson then summarized his comments stating that he would be reviewing the document at one more meeting with the Park and Recreation Commis- sion along with submitting a park and recreation classification plan and outline for further procedures on the Comprehensive Plan development. Chairman Zerban thanked Mr. Jacobson for his input and assistance in the development of this draft policy plan. Chairman Zerban then suggested that the Commission -hold an informal meeting for the purpose of dis- cussing the policy document on January 13 in the Library Conference at 7:00 p.m. It was the con- seas us of the Commission to hold this meeting. Motion by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Hickman to adjourn the meeting. The _,Wgt.i a , passed unanimously. The Brooklyn Center Park and Recreation Commission meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m. a Chairman 12-30-75 Next Meeting Date Adjournment 0 s