2014-11-10 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Monday November 10, 2014 - 7:00 P.M.
City Council Chambers
1. Roll Call
2. Approval of Agenda
3. Approval of the October 14, 2014 Minutes
4. Marie Park Hockey Rink Update
5. Dog Park Update
6. Recreation Program Report
7. 2015 Capital Improvement Plan
8. Par 3 Report
9. Announcements
10. Commission Comments
11. Adjourn
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING
October 14, 2014
The October meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on
Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
Chair Hinderscheid called to order the parks and recreation commission meeting at 6:30 p.m. The
following commissioners were present: Chair Hinderscheid, Commissioners Ira Kip, Stephanie
Levine, Joel Paper, Jack Evans and David Miller. Staff present: Recreation Program Coordinator
Sloan Wallgren.
Approval of Agenda
Chair Hinderscheid added Dog Park and Activity Log to the agenda.
COMMISSIONER LEVINE MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA;
COMMISSIONER EVANS SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES 6: NAYS 0
Approval of Minutes of September 9, 2014
COMMISSIONER LEVINE MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES;
COMMISSIONER PAPER SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES 6: NAYS 0
Marie Park Hockey Rink Update
Mr. Wallgren updated the commission on the status of the Marie Park Hockey Area. The hockey
rink was paved this week and the boards would be installed very soon.
Commissioner Paper noted that there was a puddle near the center of the rink and asked if that
would be fixed. Mr. Wallgren said the puddles would be addressed.
Mr. Wallgren noted that as of now the city was not planning on painting the surface, but if
necessary the area would be painted in the spring.
Park Bench Donation
Mr. Wallgren informed the commission that there is a process in place to donate a bench in a park.
The amount of $1,000 is required to donate a bench. The location of the bench must be approved
by the commission and council. Mr. Wallgren noted that he city supplies the concreate slab for the
bench and the labor to install it.
Commissioner Miller asked if there was list of places identified where benches were needed. Mr.
Wallgren said not at this time, but that would be a good list to start.
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Recreation Program Survey Results
Mr. Wallgren presented survey results from summer programs. Staff sent surveys to participants in the
tennis program, playground program, junior golf league and junior golf camps. We received a 25-30%
response from parents.
Mr. Wallgren stated that staff was able to learn some important information from the surveys. There
are staffing issues that need to be addressed at the golf course and tennis program. Also we will be
expanding and adding programs based off the feedback from parents.
Recreation Programming Report
Mr. Wallgren informed the commission that there are two field trips later this week for youth
during MEA break. Also staff has added four field trips during winter break and one more in
January during a non -school day.
Mr. Wallgren announced that the city will soon be hiring Warming House Attendants, and if
anyone knew or reliable youth that are looking for a winter job to please have them contact city
hall.
The city will be hosting the annual Halloween Bonfire on Friday, October 31, 2014 from 7:OOpm to
10:OOpm. Residents can begin to drop off brush on Saturday, October 25, 2014.
Archery Range
At the last parks and recreation commission meeting the idea of offering an archery program was
mentioned. Mr. Wallgren did some research and found that that our current city ordinance does not
allow for the shooting of bows in the city, with the exception of a city authorized deer hunt or a
special permit issued for target practice.
Mr. Wallgren informed the commission that Friendly Marsh Park was used as an archery range in
the past. Staff removed the targets years ago because people were vandalizing them.
Staff contacted the city of Eagan and Dakota County to inquire about their archery ranges. The city
of Eagan has a small range at one of their parks with four targets and it is free for people to use.
Eagan city staff said that the busy time of year is from Labor Day to Thanksgiving. Dakota County
offers a range at Spring Lake Park. The range is $5 to use or $30 for an annual pass, the county
generates about $8,000 from the sales of passes.
Mr. Wallgren informed the commission that the Minnesota DNR offers a grant that would match
funds from $2,500-$10,000 for archery ranges to be built. The grants are due at the end of the
summer 2015.
The commission discussed the idea and thought it an interesting idea, but would like to get
feedback from residents. The commission suggested including something about the archery range
in the February issue of the Heights Highlights asking for public feedback at a future meeting.
Par 3 Report
Mr. Wallgren informed the commission the cities of Mendota Heights and West St. Paul worked
together to offer a golf event on Saturday, September 27, 2014. There were 40 players that played a
round of golf at each course then had lunch and prizes at the Par 3.
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The popularity of Footgolf has been growing. In the month of September the course collected over
$300 in revenue from Footgolf. An article was feature in the Pioneer Press on October 11, 2014
and the phone has been ring off the hook with interest in the new sport.
Mr. Wallgren announced that fall maintenance was done to the greens and that the irrigations
system would be serviced for the season before the end of the month.
Total sales for the month of September were $15,450 are expenses were $14,380. Total sales for the
year through September are $130,834 and expenses are $107,817 resulting in a net revenue of
$23,017. The golf course in on track to have a yearend net revenue of around $5,000 to $8,000.
Dog Park
Chair Hinderscheid wanted to if there has been any progress on building a dog park.
Mr. Wallgren replied that as of now the city council has not given staff any direction regarding the
dog park.
The commission briefly discussed the issue. There was a sense that some of the commission would
like to see a site selected for a dog park. The commission talked about the feedback that was given
from residents at the May meeting. Many of the residents at the meeting wanted to see a dog park
large than one or two acres.
Mr. Wallgren suggested that if members of the commission wanted the city council to readdress the
issue they should do so outside of the parks and recreation commission meeting.
Parks Projects
Chair Hinderscheid distributed a log of current and future park projects. The commission discussed
the projects. Many of the trail projects on the list would be complete by the end of the season.
Staff noted that the Special Parks Fund currently has around $130,000.
Announcements
Mr. Wallgren announced that the Halloween Bonfire would be held from 7:OOpm to 10:OOpm on
October 31, 2014. Residents can begin to drop of brush on Saturday October 25, 2014.
Mr. Wallgren also wanted to acknowledge the Mendota Heights Athletic Association for all of their
hard work.
Commission Comments
Commissioner Miller thought it was a good meeting and thanked staff for their work.
Commissioner Levine encouraged everyone to get outdoor and enjoy our beautiful green spaces.
Commissioner Paper thanked staff and enjoyed seeing the survey results.
Commissioner Kipp thought it was a good meeting.
Commissioner Evans thought it was a good meeting and said that he had missed the last two
meeting because he and his wife had this first child.
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Chair Hinderscheid thought it was a good meeting and was glad to hear our tennis program is one
of the biggest in the metro. Chair Hinderscheid would also like to see some movement forward in
the dog park issue.
COMMISSIONER PAPER MADE A MOTION TO ADJOUN THE MEETING; COMMISSIONER
EVANS SECONDED THE MOTION.
Ayes 6: Nays 0
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. Respectfully Submitted by Sloan Wallgren
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CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
1101 Victoria Curve 1 Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota•heights.com
DATE: November 10, 2014
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: Marie Park Hockey Rink Update
Update
The hockey rink has been paved at Marie Park and the hockey boards have been installed. The
cost of the new hockey board was paid for through funds from the Park Maintenance Budget. The
boards will be painted in the spring of 2015, this would be a great project for a community group
or sports team trying to raise money.
Required Action
No action required at this time.
CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
1101 Victoria Curve 1 Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota•heights.com
DATE: November 10, 2014
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: Dog Park Update
Update
The city council will wait to discuss the dog park until their goal setting session in January, 2015.
The following is a list of criteria that staff has followed while looking into possible sites for the
Dog Park: (1) avoid interference with other established uses or department -sponsored activities;
(2) avoid locations directly abutting residences; (3) assure availability of close -by parking; (4)
choose spots where there are minimal impacts on the visual character of a park; (5) site so as to
avoid spillover into non -dog areas, and (6) avoid sensitive environmental habitats.
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CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
1101 Victoria Curve 1 Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota•heights.com
DATE: October 14, 2014
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: Recreation Program Report
Update
Staff is already working on enhancing our current programs for next summer as well as adding
several new classes. We are working with Skyhawks to offer several youth sports camps during
the summer. We are also working with a company to offer a computer and technology program.
Other programs that we are working on are theatre camp, archery program, kayak/canoe program
and a science program.
Gymnastics
We are still taking registrations for our gymnastics program. The program is held Saturday
mornings at Henry Sibley High School. The program runs December through February.
Ice Skating Lesson Program
We will begin taking registrations for our ice skating program November 17, 2014. The program
is held on Saturday mornings at Friendly Hills Park. The program is held during the month of
January.
Upcoming Field Trips
December 22 -Rock Climbing & Movie
December 23 -Science Museum & Omni Theatre
December 29-Grandslam & Skateville
December 30 -Wild Woods Water Park
January 23-WSP Sports Dome & Sea Life Aquarium
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Mendota Heights Parks & Recreation
Winter Activities
Join us on fun, chaperoned trips when school is out! Invite your siblings, friends and class-
mates. Trips depart from Mendota Heights City Hall.
Rock Climbing & Movie
Monday, December 22
Hurry, don't miss the fun!. We are
going to start the day at the West St.
Paul Dome and watch a PG rated
movie. If we have time we will play
some fun games. We will then head to
Vertical Endeavors in St. Paul to learn
how to rock climb. Everyone will get
the chance to climb in a cave. A pizza
lunch will be provided.
Cost: $30 Ages: 7 and up
Bus departs 8:30 a.m. & returns 3:45 p.m.
Grand Slam & Skateville
Monday, December 29
Get in on the action during your winter
break. We will start out going to Grand
Slam Sports where we get 4 game tokens,
unlimited batting cages, laser tag, mini
golf, Krazy cars and X-treme trampoline.
We will then head to Skateville to do
some rollerskating or rollerblading. Roller ,T
skate rental is included, roller blade rental
is $3, kids are welcome to bring their
own. A hot dog lunch will be provided.
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Cost: $30 Ages: 7 and up
Bus Departs 9:15a.m. & returns 3:45p.m.
Science Museum & Omni
Theatre Tuesday, March 23
Come along with us as we go
exploring at the Science Museum of
MN. We will have lots of time to
explore all of the cool exibits and we
wil also make a stop at the Omni
Theatre to see the movie "Flight of the
Butterflies." After the movie we will
get to go through the Butterfly House
and see them upclose. A pizza lunch
will be provided.
Science
Museum
of Minnesota'
Cost: $30 Ages: 7 and up
Bus departs 9:15 a.m. & returns 3:45 p.m.
Wild Woods Water Park
Tuesday, December 30
Let's go wild at the Wild Woods Indoor
Water Park in Elk River. Take a ride
down one of the four-story waterslides.
They offer two different tube slides and
a body slide. Don't forget to take a spin
in Prospector's Pan before you splash
into the water. You can also test your
skillz at on old-fashined log walk or
cruise down the Lazy River. A pizza
lunch will be provided.
Cost: $35 Ages: 8 and up
Bus Departs 8:15a.m. & returns 3:45p.m.
Save the date: Summer Program Registration Starts March 23, 2015
City of Mendota Heights
ill1101 Victoria Curve . www.mendota-heights.com . (651) 452-1850
Learn to Skate Outdoor Skating Lessons
Learn to skate outdoors this winter! Classes held
January 3 to January 31, 2015
Classes limited to 8 participants.
Lessons held at Friendly Hills Rink -2360 Pueblo Lane
*If your class is full please call 651-452-1850 to be
placed on a waiting list. Fee: $35
Please call the skating lesson hotline before each
lesson @ 651-255-1173 for rink conditions, weather
cancellations, and reschedule information.
Smalls & Tails #1: Ages 3-5 years: Time: 9:30a.m. to10:00a.m.
Parents participate with 1st time skaters. Learn tips to teach your child.
Beginners #1: Ages 5 and up Time: 10:05a.m. to 10:35a.m.
For skaters with no previous experience. Learn basic skills.
Intermediate: Ages 6 and up Time:10:40a.m. to 11:10 a.m. This class
adds some fun freestyle moves and other exciting moves.
Smalls & Tails #2: Ages 3-5 years: Time 11:15a.m. to 11:45a.m.
Partents participate with 1st time skaters. Learn tips to teach you child.
Beginners #2: Ages 5 and up Time: 11:50a.m. to 12:20p.m.
For skaters with no previous experience. Learn basic skills.
MH Warming House & Rink Hours
Our three outdoor hockey and four pleasure rinks are
open weather permitting Dec. 15, 2014 until early March
2015. A rink attendant will be on duty during the regular
warming house hours listed below. Outdoor rinks and
warming houses will be closed and outdoor programs will
be canceled when the air temperature is below zero. For
updates, call the ice rink/warming house hotline at 651-
255-1174.
Locations:
Friendly Hills Park, 2360 Pueblo Lane
Marie Park, 1780 Lilac Lane
Wentworth Park, 739 Wentworth Ave.
Ivy Hills Park, 635 Butler Ave (no warming house)
Warming House Hours:
Weekdays 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
School Vacation Days 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Christmas/New Year's Eve 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Christmas Closed
New Years Day 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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Mendota Lights at the Village
Saturday, December 6th 2014
4:OOp.m. to 7:OOp.m.
Hayrides, petting zoo, face painting and Santa!!
Tree lighting by mayor Sandra Krebsbach at 5:OOpm
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Register online at www.mendota-heights.com or in person at MH City Hall using form below
Please note: Most classes have limited enrollment & fill quickly so register as soon as possible. If classes or trips are filled online please call 651-452-1850 to be
put on a wait list as we may try to add more classes or space. Non MH residents or if child does not attend a MH/WSP school must include a $5.00 non resident
fee for each activity. A $10.00 service fee will be charged for cancellations. No refunds for no-shows. Refunds will only be given if cancelled five business days
prior to activity. Programs cancelled by the City of Mendota Heights will be fully refunded. *Please note in advance any medical or special needs on form below or
if registering online please call the Recreation department at 651-452-1850. Please use one form per participant. Extra forms are available at City Hall.
Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation
11111 1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Phone 651-452-1850
Participant Name:
If participant is a youth please note school: Grade:
Home Phone: Work Phone:
Address: City: Zip Code:
Email:
Date Received:
Check #
Office Use Only:
Receipt#
Amount: $ By:
Cell Phone:
Age: Birthdate: / /
Activity Name: Start Time Start Date Fee
/ / $
2. JJ $
Total Amount Due:
3. $ $
1.
*Non Mendota Heights
resident or non MH or WSP
school/student please add
$5.00 for each activity.
By signing below you agree that the City of Mendota Heights shall not be liable for any claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of action whatsoever
to you or your property due to the passive or active negligence of the City of Mendota Heights , its agents or employees.
Photo/Media Liability Release—by signing below you grant the City of Mendota Heights unconditional right to use name, voice, and photo likeness of child in
conjunction with city's use in video, articles or press releases. **If you do not want your child's likeness used, please inform the recreation department at
651-452-1850 and note it on the registration below. I understand that my signature is required before my or my child's participation in this program is allowed.
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CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
1101 Victoria Curve 1 Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota•heights.com
DATE: November 10, 2014
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: 2015 Capital Improvements
Update
The city council will be discussing the 2015 Capital Improvement Plan next week during a
workshop. There are four projects scheduled for next year:
1. Repair and update the Warming House at Marie Park -$35,000
2. Replace the Hockey Boards at Wentworth Park -$17,000
3. Repair tennis court surface and install a new sport court tile system -$70,000
4. New trail on Dodd Road from Market Street to Marie Avenue -$292,000
The warming house, hockey board and tennis court will be paid for out of the Special Parks Fund,
which currently has a balance of $155,000.00.
Required Action
No action required at this time.
CITY OF
MENDOTA HEIGHTS
1101 Victoria Curve 1 Mendota Heights, MN 55118
651.452.1850 phone 1 651.452.8940 fax
www.mendota-heights.com
DATE: November 10, 2014
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Sloan Wallgren, Recreation Program Coordinator
SUBJECT: Par 3 Update
Update
The month of October was good for the golf course. The weather cooperated and we would able
to keep the golf course open through November 2, 2014. The golf course will still be open on a
day to day basis. Staff is already working on expanding our Junior Golf Camps and Junior Golf
Leagues for next year. Staff is also working on putting together a plan to offer sponsorship on our
tee signs and scorecards to help offset costs and possibly produce some revenue.
The sport of footgolf has been gaining momentum. Our footgolf course was only open for two
months and we were able collected nearly $1,600 in revenue from the sport. For the 2015 season
we will be looking to collect $5,000 in revenue from footgolf. We are planning on offering
leagues, tournaments and special events featuring footgolf.
We will be working with St. Thomas Academy again to create a cross country ski trail out at the
golf course. There is no fee to use the trail, and there are will be benches outside of the clubhouse
for people to put on their boots and skis. Depending on weather, the trail will be open by the first
of the year.
Budget
Financial data will be available Monday, November 10, 2014.