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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021 02-16 PRM 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 REGULAR SESSION FEBRUARY 16. 2021 WEB-EX MEETING CALL TO ORDER Chair Sorenson called the meeting to order at 6:30 pm. ROLL CALL Chair Sorenson and Commissioners Bonovsky, Dalton, and Ebert were present. Also present were Acting Recreation Director Joe Ericksen, Public Works Director Doran Cote, Recreation Program Supervisors Janelle Crossfield, Carissa Goebel, and Jacob Anderson. City resident Mariah Cannon, and Lindsey Peckinpaugh from Perkins & Will were also present. APPROVAL OF AGENDA There were no additions and the agenda was approved. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – December There was a motion by Commissioner Bonovsky, seconded by Commissioner Dalton to approve the minutes of the December, 2020 meeting of the Park & Recreation Commission as presented. The motion passed. COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT Councilmember Graves was not able to attend the meeting. RFP COMMUNITY CENTER EXPANSION Recreation Program Supervisor Jacob Andersen presented a summary of the Community Center Master Plan. Lindsey Peckinpaugh from Perkins & Will, the firm chosen by staff was in attendance for any questions. Commissioner Ebert asked how much the study will cost. Supervisor Andersen reported it would cost $80,000 and would be public engagement driven. It was noted that Perkins & Will is not the firm involved in Playground replacement. No other questions were raised. BELLVUE PARK COMMUNITY GARDEN Recreation Program Supervisor Janelle Crossfield presented a summary of the request from resident Mariah Cannon for a community garden at Bellvue Park. Chair Sorenson questioned on the location for a garden. Resident Cannon stated that a location has not been determined, but would like it to be located near the playground. Supervisor Crossfield indicated that we would meet Mariah at the park to discuss placement. Chair Sorenson indicated that there is very little parking available. Chair Sorenson discussed the general use of the park for soccer and softball. Acting Director Ericksen reported that the park is used for pick up soccer and the ball field is used for Little League practice. Commissioner Ebert shared that it may be helpful to check with residents that have used the Centennial West gardens what to watch for such as deer problems, etc. Commissioner Bonovsky would be interested in helping out and supports the garden. Commissioner Dalton indicated she is for anything that brings community together. Chair Sorenson would like it on the March meeting agenda for further discussion. PLAYGROUND REPLACEMENT Recreation Program Supervisor Carissa Goebel presented on playground equipment replacement at Bellvue, Northport, Orchard Lane and Firehouse parks. Large signs have been placed at the parks letting people know about a survey to complete as well as city web page, facebook and CCX media. Supervisor Goebel reported that we have had 500+ surveys returned. Surveys close on February 24. There was considerable conversation on the types of equipment and the number of swings included at each site. Chair Sorenson stated that there should be equipment for a variety of ages. Commissioners were requested to send any recommendations to Acting Director Ericksen by email. COMMISSIONER APPOINTMENTS Concerns were raised that none of the commissioners have been reappointed and all terms have expired. Acting Director Ericksen indicated he will check with the city clerk as to whose applications have been received by the city and send an email. Commissioners Bonovsky, Ebert and Chair Sorenson indicated they have submitted applications for re-appointment. SET NEXT MEETING DATE The next meeting of the Park and Recreation Commission is set for March 16th, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. via web-ex MEETING ADJOURNED A motion was made by Commissioner Dalton, seconded by Commissioner Bonovsky to adjourn the meeting at 7:30 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.