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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 03-15 PRA i r AGENDA Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Commission Tuesday, March 15, 2011 Community Room #221- Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway f 1. Call to Order 7: 00 p.m. 2. Roll Call 3. Approval ofAgenda E 4. Approval of Minutes- February 15, 2011 S. City Council Liaison Report i 6 New Business t - Referral from City Council- Northport Park Project Request - Joint Meeting with City Council /Strategic Goals- Commission Assistance 7. Old Business - No Smoking in Parks- Continue Discussion - Brooklyn Center Earth Fest- Volunteer Sign -up - Amphitheater Design Committee- Update 8. Other 9. Set Next Meeting Date and Agenda. (April 19, 2011) I 10. Adjournment i i i I I i i MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE STATE OF MINNESOTA I REGULAR SESSION FEBRUARY 15, 2011 COMMUNITY ROOM #221, COMMUNITY CENTER i CALL TO ORDER Chairperson Sorenson called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL Chair Sorenson, Commissioners Ebert, Peterson, Russell and Shinnick were present. Commissioners Lee and Starling were absent and excused. Also present was City Council liaison Dan Ryan, Brittany McFadden and Emily Anderson from the Tobacco Free Youth Recreation Program, and Community Activities, Recreation and Services Director Jim Glasoe. I APPROVAL OF AGENDA Chair Sorenson asked if the Council Liaison Report could be moved down in the agenda to allow Mr. Lillehaug to complete his presentation. Councilmember Ryan had no objection. F Commissioner Peterson asked that an item pertaining to reseeding of trail areas be added. By C consensus, the agenda was approved as amended. E APPROVAL OF MINUTES — January 18, 2011 There was a motion by Commissioner Russell, seconded by Commissioner Shinnick, to approve the minutes of the January 18, 2011 Park & Recreation Commission meeting as presented. The motion passed unanimously. � SHINGLE CREEK RESTORATION PROJECT Public Works Director Steve Lillehaug provided the Commission with an overview of the upcoming Shingle Creels Restoration Project. Mr. Lillehaug noted the project would run the length of the creek from Interstate 694, south to Bass Lake Road. Mr. Lillehaug reviewed the need for the project and its funding sources. Mr. Lillehaug indicated the project would begin this spring and emphasized the opportunities for citizen input and involvement. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT Councilmember Ryan reported the City Council had approved the Shingle Creek Restoration Project as outlined by Mr. Lillehaug, noting the storm water pond on the Gateway Commons j property that will be used for irrigation. Councilmember Ryan reported the City Council had heard a request for financial assistance from the developer of the proposed Shingle Creels Crossing development. Mr. Ryan indicated the development anticipated the day lighting of Shingle Creek and other public improvements. Councilmember Ryan noted Council consideration of financial assistance was limited to these more general site improvements and that the Wal -Mart construction would not be part of the requested assistance. Councilmember Ryan reported that three citizens had attended the February 14, 2011 City Council meeting and had spoke in support of the Tobacco Free Parks at the open forum. Commissioners asked about the anticipated timeline for the Shingle Creek Crossing project. Councilmember Ryan noted there were a number of approvals that were necessary before any construction could begin Commissioners asked about the timing of the creek day lighting. Councilmember Ryan indicated he felt that particular element of the construction would happen towards the beginning of the construction process, but noted all elements of the proposed development are subject to City Council consensus. INCREASED NUMBER OF REQUESTS FOR ADULT PARK USAGE PERMITS CARS Director Glasoe reported that staff had seen a significant increase in the number of permit I requests for adult use of city fields. Mr. Glasoe reiterated the current policy of providing permits j for CARS youth activities, or those programs we co- sponsor, with the adult use being on a first come, first served basis. i Mr. Glasoe continued that the current practice was working, but that staff was getting push back from the adults on not being able to schedule fields for their exclusive use. After some discussion Chair Sorenson asked that additional information be gathered and the item placed on a fall agenda for further consideration. TOBACCO FREE YOUTH RECREATION CARS Director Glasoe reported that, based upon the direction of the Commission at the January meeting, he had put together a draft policy for Commission consideration. Mr. Glasoe noted that staff had expressed of number of concerns related to how the policy would be enforced when he had asked about areas or activities that should be exempted. Chair Sorenson asked for Commissioner feedback regarding the draft policy, noting that he still had some questions about enforcement and how we could tell an adult they could not smoke outside, even if no one else was around. Commissioners Russell and Shinnick indicated they were in favor of no smoking in the parks, but mostly as it related to kids being around. Commissioners Peterson noted that "in the presence of children" was a key point. Commissioner Ebert indicated she favors "free choice' and would not favor restricting use, but could support regulating smoking when children are present. After considerable discussion, there was a consensus of the Commission that a revised policy be drafted, prohibiting smoking in areas where children are present. CARS Director Glasoe indicated that he would work with the Tobacco free Youth Recreation staff and have a revised example available for the March meeting. 2011 EARTH FEST Chair Sorenson reminded the Commission that the 2 " Annual Earth Fest event was scheduled for Saturday, April 16 from 1:00 -4:00 p.m. at Brooklyn Center High School. Chair Sorenson asked if there was a role the Commission could play. CARS Director Glasoe indicated the Public Works Department was planning to have a couple of tables with a variety of information for residents. Mr. Glasoe continued the Commission could assist with "manning" a table with information regarding the Brooklyn Center parks and trails, including the new Three Rivers Regional Trail. Chair Sorenson asked if Commissioners might be available to assist at the event. After some discussion, Chair Sorenson asked that a "sign up" item be placed on the March agenda. SET NEXT MEETING DATE By consensus, the next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was set for March 15, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in Community Room #221 of the Brooklyn Center Community Center. f Chair noted that he would not be in attendance at the March meeting, as he would be out of town. I MEETING ADJOURNED Commissioner Shmmck made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Russell, to adjourn the meeting at 8:12 p.m. The motion passed unanimously. I To: Mayor Tim Willson 1, Ker Xiong am writing this letter behalf of my buddy Dominic Thor, we are doing a service project and had decided to pick Northport as our service learning project. There are many things at Northport that can be improve such as the basketball court and the basketball rims which the city have not really care about. We did some research and found out that if the rim was to be replaced by another rim, it would only cost $25- II $50 for one rim to be replaced. More than that, many people Would like to have more than one water fountains at the park Northport. We image a place where there is peace and beautiful and if Northport had the kind of feeling there, there won't be graffiti, littering, and we are pretty sure the environment will be cleaner than before. We are trying to help the park because we love that park, this coming up summer we are trying to adopt the park to make it a healthy park, making the park a good looking environment people would enjoy the park. I Thank you for your time to read over my request and if YOU are willing or not willing to do the things that' I requested just give us back a feed back on your opinion or an answer. Thank you Sincerely, Dominic Thor, Ker Xion g Office of the City Manager C of Brook C enter - -- A Millennium Community MEMORANDUM TO: City Advisory Commission Chairs and Charter Commission Chair I FROM: Curt Boganey, City Maria � DATE: March 4, 2011 SUBJECT: Joint Meeting with City Council i At its February 14, 2011, meeting the City Council scheduled an informal reception and joint meeting with all City advisory commission members and the Charter Commission. The meeting will be held as follows: Wednesday, April 6, 2011 a 6:00 — 8:00 p.m. Constitution Hall j Brooklyn Center Community Center 6301 Shingle Creels Parkway Refreshments will be served Each commission will be provided ten minutes to briefly review activities of the past year. In addition the City Council is very interested in having the advisory commissions assist in achieving the Strategic Goals of the City. Your staff liaison will provide a copy of the updated strategic goals following the Council retreat on March 5th. As you look through the plan, I am certain you will find many important goals and needs where the talent and knowledge of your commission can be invaluable to the achievement of these important goals for our community. The Council and staff greatly appreciate your service and look forward to your continued contribution to the City. cc: Staff and Council Liaison i i i i I F 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway Recreation and Community Center Phone & !'DD Number Brooklyn Center, MN 55430 -2199 (763) 569 -3400 City Hall & TDD Number (763) 569 -3300 FAX (763) 569 -3434 FAX (763) 569 -3494 www.cityofbrooklyncenter.org Strategic Plan Brooklyn Center 2011 Strategic Goals 1. We will ensure a safe and secure community 2. We will aggressively proceed with implementation of City's redevelopment plans 3. We will stabilize and Improve residential neighborhoods 4. We will positively address the community demographic makeup and increasing cultural diversity 5. We will continue to maintain and upgrade City infrastructure improvements 6. We will respond to increased public awareness and interest in environmental sustainability and green community issues Ongoing Goals 1. We will continue to provide streamlined, cost effective quality services with limited resources 2. We will ensure the financial stability of the City 3. We will move toward maintaining or lowering the level of the City's Property taxes 4. We will ensure the city's influence at the legislature S. We will Improve the image of the City with citizens and those outside of the City's borders 6. We will ensure the City drinking water is high ug ality and that the storm water is properly managed strategic plan 2011 draftl.docx 2 Strategic Plan Brooklyn Center 2011 Our Mission To ensure an attractive, clean, safe community that enhances the quality of life and preserves the public trust Our Values j Excellence and quality service delivery We believe that service to the public is our reason for being and strive to deliver quality services in a highly professional and cost - effective manner. Ethics and integrity We believe that ethics and integrity are foundation blocks of public trust and confidence and that all meaningful relationships are built on these values. Visionary Leadership and Planning We believe that the very essence of leadership is to be visionary and to plan for the future Fiscal Responsibility We believe that fiscal responsibility and prudent stewardship of public funds is essential for citizen confidence in government. Cooperation and Teamwork We believe that the public is best served when departments and employees work cooperatively as a team rather than at cross purposes. Open and Honest Communication We believe that open and honest communication is essential for an informed and involved citizenry and to foster a positive working environment for employees Professionalism We believe that a commitment to ethical values and continuous improvement is the mark of professionalism. We are committed to applying this principle to the services we offer and to the development of our employees. 1 City of BROOKE YN CENTER City of Brooklyn Center Community Activities, Recreation and Services SUBJECT City of Brooklyn Center, Parks and Open Spaces Tobacco -Free Policy: In order to protect the health and welfare of our children, the City of Brooklyn Center prohibits the use of all tobacco products in youth activity areas. POLICY STATEMENT The City of Brooklyn Center is committed to the quality of life for all residents, therefore, we believe that: 1. Tobacco product use in the proximity of children and youth engaging in recreational activities is unhealthy and detrimental to the health of others. 2. Tobacco products once consumed in public spaces are often discarded on the ground, thus posing a risk of ingestion to toddlers and causing a litter problem. 3. As parents, leaders, coaches, and officials we are thought of as role models, and the use of tobacco products around youth has a negative effect on their lifestyle choices. TOBACCO FREE FACILITIES The City of Brooklyn Center does not allow the use of tobacco products on City -owned parkland, park facilities, open space or joint city /school district properties, predominantly used by children. These areas include: • Park playground areas • Youth ball fields • Skating Rinks COMPLIANCE PROCEDURES The emphasis on enforcing the Tobacco -Free park policy is through voluntary compliance: 1. Appropriate City -owned parkland, park facilities, open space or joint City /school district properties will be appropriately signed. 2. City of Brooklyn Center staff will meet with activity organizations and /or leaders or coaches to discuss the policy and to distribute flyers with the "Tobacco Free" policy. 3. City of Brooklyn Center staff will make periodic observations of activity sites to monitor compliance.