HomeMy WebLinkAbout1969 09-24 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
September 24, 1969
The Park and Recreation Commission met in regular session and was
called to order by Don Reichel, Chairman, at 8:05 P.M.
Members present were Don Reichel, Roger Hansegard, Earl Larsen,
Ruth Lind, Bruce Morrow, and Warren Olson. Also present were
Gene Pagel and Kathy Flesher.
The minutes of the previous meeting of July 22, 1969 were approved
as recorded.
The Director introduced Miss Kathy Flesher who recently began her
duties as Program Supervisor, and announced the appointment of
Arnold Mavis to the position of Superintendent of Recreation.
Mr. Mavis will begin his duties October 13, 1969.
The Director reported on the progress of the Pool - Community
Center stating that plans were being reviewed with possible adjust-
ments to meet funds budgeted for the project.
A report was also given on progress to date of capital improvements
in the parks.
The pending application for Land and Water Conservation Funds
(Lawcon) was discussed and the proposed Five-Year Priority Schedule
was reviewed. A motion was made by Roger Hansegard and seconded
by Earl Larsen to approve the Schedule with the changes noted.
Voting in favor, were: Don Reichel, Roger Hansegard, Earl Larsen,
Ruth Lind, and Warren Olson. Voting against: Bruce Morrow.
Motion made by Bruce Morrow and seconded by Ruth Lind to recommend
that the City Council reassess the amounts allocated for shelter
buildings and that the size of the shelter building be commensurate
with the size and usage of the park. Motion carried.
The preliminary design for Freeway Park was presented and approved.
The Director discussed a proposal for revising the schedule with
regard to class sessions. It is proposed that the number of
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ten-week sessions be reduced from three to two during the school
year, thereby allowing more time to concentrate on winter activi-
ties such as skating, hockey, figure skating, and skiing during
December and January. It will also provide additional time to
prepare for the summer programs. It is felt that this will allow
for a refinement of existing programs leading to a more quality
over-all program. The Board concurred with the proposal.
The meeting was adjourned at 11:00 P.M.