HomeMy WebLinkAbout1968 01-24 PRMr' Minutes of the proceedings of the
\N~ Park and Recreation Commission of the
V CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER in the COUNTY
~V11 OF HENNEPIN and the STATE OF MINNESOTA
January 24, 1968
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The Park and Recreation Commission met in regular session and was
called to order by Paul Bullen, Chairman, at 7:30 p.m.
Members present were Paul Bullen, Leslie Hagen, Francis Irvin, Ruth
Lind, Warren Olson and Donald Reichel. Also present were Eugene
Hagel, Raymond Ecklund and Ester Hammen. Member Bruce Morrow was
absent.
The minutes of the previous meeting of November 15, 1967, were
approved as recorded.
'---The Commission reviewed the list of proposed capital improvements to
be considered in the bond issue that is currently being studied by
the City Council. Suggestions and changes were reviewed and added to
the proposal. - e.-
--The staff then discussed proposals for a "drop-in" teen coffee house
using the facilities of Trinity Presbyterian Church, located at
62nd and Xerxes. Present plans call for a weekly (Saturday night)
coffee house, for senior high students, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m. Initial
expenses are expected to be approximately $350.00 for equipment and
supplies. Cost of supervision is estimated to be $20 to $25 per week.
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The facility is located on the ground floor of the church and would
be used at no charge to the City.
After discussion it was moved by Frank Irvin and seconded by Don
Reichel that the staff continue to pursue this project and to
recommend its approval providing all legal aspects and agreements can
be worked out satisfactorily. Motion carried.
The Director reported that an informal request had been received from
Little League regarding the possible lease or purchase of a portion
of Lions Park for a ball diamond similar to their present one. The
Board agreed that it should not become involved in relinquishing
public park property for any private or semi-private organization
but urged that the Park and Recreation Department work very closely
with Little League and do everything possible to provide them with a
diamond to use.
---The Palmer Lake area was discussed with regard to the extent and type
of development and whether or not to
of the master plan. Since there was considerable disagreement among
the Board members it was moved by Wa
Irvin to consult with the planner in
feasibility and compatibility of all
carried.
consider a golf course as part
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an effort to determine the
suggested improvements. Motion
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COMMISSION MINUTES - January 28, 1968 - continued
-A petition from the residents near the park at 65th and Bryant
requesting ice skating facilities for the 1968-69 season was received.
01, The petition contains 95 signatures representing 285 children. Motion.
Ind by Les Hagen and seconded by Frank Irvin to accept the petition and
refer it to the City Council with a recommendation to provide a rink
and warming house as requested. Motion carried.
The Director reported the donation of $30.00 from the S.O.S. Club
(a weight-watching group) and $70.73 from the Welcome Wagon Club.
The $30.00 will be used for a sign for Willow Lane Park and the $70.73
will purchase a ping-pong table and game equipment for a junior high
teen club.
The Director reported that Assistant Director Ray Ecklund has applied
for positions in other municipalities. Discussion followed relative
to Mr. Ecklund's job responsibilities, qualifications and salary.
Motion made by Ruth Lind and seconded by Don Reichel to recommend that
the City Council re-evaluate Mr. Ecklund's salary in view of his
qualifications and salaries of comparable positions in the metropoli-
tan area. Motion carried.
An election of officers was held. Elected for the coming year were:
46 Chairman: Donald Reichel
Vice-Chairman: Warren Olson
The meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.
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