2012-09-11 Parks and Rec Comm Minutes
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION MEETING
September 11, 2012
The September meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 at Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
Chair Levine called to order the parks and recreation commission meeting at 6:31 p.m. The
following commissioners were present: Chair Stephanie Levine, Commissioners Mary McGrory-
Ussett, Ira Kipp, David Miller, Mike Toth and Pat Hinderscheid. Staff present: Assistant to the
City Administrator Jake Sedlacek and Recreation Programmer Teresa Gangelhoff.
Approval of the Agenda
COMMISSIONER MILLER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE AGENDA;
COMMISSIONER MCGRORY-USSETT SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES 6: NAYS 0
Approval of Minutes of July 10, 2012
COMMISSIONER MCGRORY-USSETT MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF
THE MAY 8, 2012 MEETING; COMMISSIONER HINDERSCHEID SECONDED THE
MOTION.
AYES 6: NAYS 0
Recreation Programmer Update
Ms. Gangelhoff reviewed the programmer’s report which was provided at the meeting. Fall field
trips include supervision; registrations can be taken on line or at city hall. The fall issue of the
Heights Highlights will have more information on the upcoming ice skating season. The city is
currently accepting applications for ice rink attendants – applicants must be 16 years of age or
older.
Par 3 Update
Mr. Sedlacek provided the August 2012 update for the Par 3 golf course. Through the end of
August the golf course has a positive balance of just over $6,000. Mr. Sedlacek reviewed the
agenda materials, emphasizing that recreation programs have been identified by staff as a key to
course success in 2013. The end of the year wrap up with clubhouse manager Jenifer Zweber
will include refinements to current programs, including cuts and new activities. Staff intends to
have the updated marketing plan for 2013 drafted for the October parks and recreation
commission meeting.
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Mr. Sedlacek responded to questions regarding maintenance and programming. It was noted that
the current year-to-date cash balance is lower than the similar period in 2011. Mr. Sedlacek
reported that 2012 numbers are up-to-date, in comparisons to last year, where several late
billings came in the months of September, October and even November. Staff has taken steps to
ensure that billing occurs on a timely basis in 2012.
Future Meeting Topics
Mr. Sedlacek provided updates on current topics – the skate park improvements are underway
and the city council will be interviewing candidates for the open commission seat on September
18, 2012. Also, staff participated in a kick-off for a trail and resource planning process. The
Dakota County Greenway Master Plan looks to define opportunities to develop trail and natural
resource corridors through the county. A technical advisory group is focusing on the area from
the intersection of Hwy 110 and Dodd, down to Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
Mr. Sedlacek asked for commission feedback on topics for future meetings. After some
discussion, the following items were identified for October and November 2012 meetings:
Parks Status Updates from commissioners will be added as a regular agenda item.
A review of recreation program offerings will be included on the October agenda.
A report from Mendota Heights Athletic Association will be included on the October
agenda
The Mendakota Park playground update will be introduced in October, and discussed in
more detail in November.
The commission asked for an update on the project to upgrade restrooms at Kensington and
Mendakota Parks. The projects are complete – there are now two fully accessible bathrooms at
Mendakota Park (men’s and women’s), and one of the two (unisex) restrooms at Kensington
Park is now fully accessible.
Commission Comments
Parks maintenance staff was recognized for their work to keep our parks in good condition and
handling the challenges of storm clean up this summer.
Adjourn
COMMISSIONER MILLER MADE A MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING;
COMMISSIONER TOTH SECONDED THE MOTION.
AYES 6: NAYS 0
The meeting adjourned at 7:16 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted by Jake Sedlacek
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