HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968 07-17 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
July 17, 1968
The Park and Recreation Commission met in regular session and
was called to order by Don Reichel, chairman, at 8:30 P.M.
Members present were Don Reichel, Paul Bullen, Les Hagen,
Frank Irvin, Ruth Lind, and Warren Olson. Also present were
Eugene Hagel and Raymond Ecklund.
The minutes of the regular meeting of May 22, 1968 were approved
as recorded.
Mr. Don Brauer of Brauer and Associates was present to discuss
the proposed plan for the development of the Palmer Lake area.
After discussion, a motion was made by Paul Bullen and seconded
by Ruth Lind to accept and approve the plan as presented.
Motion carried.
The proposal to support the City Band was discussed. Motion
made by Les Hagen and seconded by Paul Bullen to table the
matter until the next meeting in September. Motion carried.
The proposed park and recreation budget for 1969 was presented
and discussed. Motion made by Les Hagen and seconded by Frank
Irvin to approve the budget as presented. Motion carried.
The Commission discussed the policy regarding the use of park
shelter buildings. It was noted that previously the buildings
had been made available only to organized civic and youth groups.
Motion made by Les Hagen and seconded by Warren Olson to make
the park shelter buildings available to adult neighborhood
groups at no charge. Motion carried.
Assistant Director Ray Ecklund commented.on the Summer Program,
noting the large numbers of children participating in the
activities. It was also noted that the summer staff for the Par;
and Recreation Department totals over 100 persons.
Director Gene Hagel reported on various park improvements
including topsoiling, seeding, sodding, tree planting, and play-
ground equipment installation at East and West Palmer Parks.
The
meeting was adjourned at 10:50 P.M.