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2003-10-21RICHFIELD AGENDA - Tuesday, October 21, 2003 7:00 p.m. Richfield Community Center (7000 Nicollet Ave) Commission Members Regular Staff Liaisons Robert Diet Rodney Schmidt Jim Topitzhofer (Staff Liaison) John Enger (Council) Gloma Hamernick Chad Sharkey John Evans (Secretary) Mark Tolvstad (Planning Com) Rick Jabs Linda Slocum Kristin Abel Barb Kritzman Gordon Vizecky Gary Ness 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes ❑ Regular Meeting: September 16, 2003 3. Public Comment ❑ Opportunity to discuss items not printed on the agenda 4. Program Spotlight ❑ Adaptive & Inclusion Programs and Services (Abel) 5. Staff Reports ❑ Recreation Services (Topitzhofer) • Community Center Remodeling Community Center Open House Sunday, November 2, 2-4 pm • Tri-CityNMCA Skate Park 6. Discussion Items 7. Action Items ❑ Park Naming Policy • Del Meyer Fields at Roosevelt Park • No Name Park 8. Committee Reports ❑ Ballfield Improvement Task Force (Jabs and Kritzman) ❑ Transportation Committee (Kritzman) ❑ FOWL (Dietl) ❑ Planning Commission (Kritzman) ❑ Richfield Community Human Services Planning Council [RCHSPC] (Slocum) 9. Other 10. Next Meeting Tuesday, November 18, 2003 7:00 p.m., Wood Lake Nature Center 11. Adjournment September 16, 2003 DRAFT' MINUTES UN`LILL APPROVED BY. THE: 01SC. �— RICHFIELD COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Wood Lake Nature Center Present: Commissioners Rick Jabs, Gloma Hamernick, Gary Ness, Gordon Vizecky, Rodney Schmidt, Linda Slocum, Barb Kritzman, Bob Dietl Staff Jim Topitzhofer, John Evans, Al Payne Absent: Commissioners Chad Sharkey Council Liaison John Enger Planning Commission Liaison Mark Tolvstad 4 CaH to Order I he meeting was called to order by CSC Chair Jabs at 7:06 p.m. Approval of Minutes I Slocum moved, seconded by Vizecky, to approve the minutes of the July 15 regular meeting. Approved, ayes all. O -- Schmidt corrected the "Next Meeting" section of the agenda (should say "October 21"). I Program Spotlight I Facilities Manager Payne reviewed the Outdoor Pool and Mini -Golf summer season. He said that the pool showed strong attendance, but not as strong as was projected. He said that numbers were down all over the metro area. He said that the swim meet was successful: revenue from the swim league fee and concessions was great and the teams had great comments about the pool. He said that changes will be made to marketing and staff scheduling, new umbrellas, tables and chairs will be purchased, more fencing will be built around the picnic area, another diving board will be considered and a new season pass system will be considered (possibly a photo ID). Slocum asked if keeping the pool open longer would increase revenue. Payne said that it would likely lose money (with season passes being the strongest source of revenue, most regular operating days are a loss. Only extremely hot days show a profit). He said that they may focus on marketing to Richfield and South Minneapolis since other neighboring communities have new pools now. Jabs congratulated Payne, Topitzhofer and Payne's staff for a great job running the newly -opened pool, as well as Mini -Golf and the picnic shelter. Jabs urged staff to market directly to kids and their families through the schools. Slocum suggested coupons in South Minneapolis papers. Topitzhofer said that the actual cash expenditures could be considered less the amount of depreciation since that is a "bookkeeping" expenditure, not a cash expenditure. Payne said that Mini -Golf attendance was down this year, which could be weather -related or economy -related. He said that much of the artificial rock is deteriorating and may need repair, some of the holes may need renovation and the picnic shelter will need refinishing and some additional blacktopping for the Farmers' Market operations. I Staff Reports I Recreation Services Topitzhofer reported on the following: COMMUNITY CENTER REMODELING Remodeling is substantially complete and the Center re -opened one week behind schedule, which did not significantly affect programs or rentals. A grand opening will be held on November 4. TRI-CITY/YMCA SKATE PARK A grand opening will be held October 1. Discussion Items I Park Naming ROOSEVELT PARK FIELDS: DEL MEYER A request has been received from Steve Klopp about renaming the fields at Roosevelt Park for Del Meyer, an active member of the Richfield Little League community for 39 years as a board member, tournament sponsor and booster. Little League Booster Oz Mullerleile said that Richfield Sun Editor John Sherman wrote a tribute to Meyer in July. Jabs said that a policy should be established since many local residents have devoted time and energy to youth athletics and deserve recognition. He also said that toys athletics shouldn't overshadow girls athletics, who don't have a home facility. Ness asked about the tournaments; Topitzhofer asked about naming the tournaments after him. Mullerleile said that such a September 16, 2003 tribute wouldn't be as permanent. Kritzman suggested a permanent plaque recognizing the fields as the home of the tournaments. NO NAME PARK Slocum suggested that staff investigate naming policies used by other communities and revisit the issue. Jabs asked if some people would want to discuss it before the next meeting: Slocum, Schmidt, Jabs, Topitzhofer Action Items First -Tier Trails Plan Topitzhofer reported that work will begin soon on the segment of bike lane on 761" Street between Emerson and Lyndale Avenue, which is one section of the corridor identified by Three Rivers Park District as a possible location for a bike trail that would link to other neighboring communities. Jesse Symynkywicz, a landscape architect working with Three Rivers Park District, presented some updated first -tier trail plans. Topitzhofer said that the plan for the bike lane along 761" Street would be to extend it all the way to Cedar Avenue and pass underneath. The run from the east side of 35W to Adams Hill Park is a challenge to be considered next (the corridor passes over busy streets and through school property and residential areas). Jesse said that there are other options for that stretch, including 76'h Street all the way to York Avenue. Ness asked about relationships to parking in residential areas. Jesse said that there are difficulties with passing through residential areas without conflicting with on -street parking. Topitzhofer said that these challenges could be addressed later, but the CSC is asked to recommend approval of a Council resolution in support of the concept of a regional trail. Resident Larry Wozniczka suggested that the walking bridge over 35W could be used in some fashion with ramp access Jesse said that the ramp would have to be a 5% slope to comply with ADA and there wouldn't be room for that modification. He said that additional surveying at every stretch of the trail would be required later in the process. Motion and second to recommend Council approval of a resolution of support for the First -Tier Trails Plan. Slocum amended that the support would be for the plan with modifications that would best suit the community. Amendment seconded. Amendment approved, ayes all. Motion with amendment approved, ayes all. Committee Reps Ballfield Improvement Task Force Jabs reported that he and Kritzman were present. The discussion pertained mainly to renovating Lincoln Field as a girls facility. Jabs, Frank White and Topitzhofer will meet to define design standards for the facility before the next task force meeting. FOWL Dietl reported on the FOWL Ball Golf Klassic, held on Saturday, September 13. He said that the event raised about $6,500 (after ten years, revenue from this event reached $75,000). Jabs reported that the CSC team beat the Planning Commission team for the fourth straight year. Also, the team took second overall and Jabs won first place for the drive closest to the pin. Planning Commission No PC meeting; no report. RCHSPC No report was given. Other Next meeting: Tuesday, October 21, Location TBD (possibly the Richfield Community Center) Adjournment Ness moved, seconded by Schmidt, to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m. RICHFIELD COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION ! Agenda Item Park Naming Policy Attachments NRPA Park Naming Policy EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Meeting Date: October 21, 2003 Agenda Section Action Items Contact Rick Jabs At the September meeting, the CSC heard a proposal to name a field at Roosevelt Park after little league volunteer Del Meyer. At the same time, the CSC was considering choosing a name for No Name Park, which has recently been officially recognized as a Richfield park. The CSC then directed Rick Jabs, Linda Slocum and Jim Topitzhofer to meet in advance of the next meeting to formulate a recommendation. Rick, Linda & Jim met on October 14 and reviewed the attached policy, which was developed by the National Recreation and Park Association. The group concluded that parks should not be renamed, but that individual facility features, such as a ballfield or concession stand, could be renamed. When discussing the request to name the Roosevelt Fields after Del Meyer, the group came up with two options: Option 1: Do not rename the fields, but instead suggest that Richfield Baseball, Inc. name their annual tournament after Del Meyer. A name plaque could be installed in a prominent place at the fields identifying the facility as "Home of the Del Meyer Tournament". To provide further recognition of Del's contribution to youth baseball, the Mayor could present a resolution at the time of each annual tournament proclaiming Del Meyer Day in Richfield. Option 2: Consider renaming the Roosevelt Fields to "Del Meyer Fields" and include signage to recognize Del's contributions. Rick & Linda will lead discussion at the meeting to identify pros and cons of each option. Recommended Action Discuss pros and cons of the above options. PARK NAMING AND RENAMING POLICY The following policy for naming and renaming facilities, which is used by many municipalities and counties across the country, was published by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA). The policy calls for an application process for naming facilities. Renaming is strongly discouraged. This item will be on the October 21 agenda. The CSC could vote to edit and adopt this policy for Richfield. Purpose To establish a formal policy and process for naming public parklands and facilities in a certain city. A sound policy can add meaning and significance that embody the value and heritage of this community. Authorization The City Parks and Recreation Advisory Board shall be responsible for recommending to the City Council the naming of all public parks and facilities in the City, subject to the approval of the City Council. Objectives 1. Provide name identification for individual parks. 2. Provide name identification wherever appropriate or public buildings, structures, facilities, and specified areas. 3. Provide for citizen input into the process of naming parks and facilities as enumerated above. 4. Insure control for the naming of parks and facilities by the City Council through the recommendations of the Director of Parks and Recreation and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Qualifying Names Names should provide some form of individual identity related to... 1. The geographic location of the facility. 2. An outstanding feature of the facility. 3. The adjoining subdivision. 4. Commonly recognized historical event, group or individual. 5. An individual or group who contributed significantly to the acquisition or development of the individual facility. 6. An individual who provided an exceptional service in the interest of the park system as a whole. Naming Process At the time park land or facility is acquired but before development occurs, the Director of Parks and Recreation will assign a nondescript temporary working name for the area or facility. Once the development is initiated, the Director of Parks and Recreation will receive naming applications for review by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. After a name is decided upon by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, public notice of the recommended Qualifying Name will occur twice during a sixty (60) day period in the City's official newspaper. Citizen comments and recommendations must be in writing to the Director of Parks and Recreation and be postmarked within the sixty (60) day public notice period. For an individual (excluding historically significant individuals) to be considered, that person must have contributed significantly to the acquisition or development of the park or facility or to the park system overall. The recommended name must be accompanied by a biographical sketch which shall provide evidence of contributions to the park, facility, or park system overall. After the sixty (60) day public notice period, the Director of Parks and Recreation, with the approval of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, will submit the recommended name to the appropriate City Council Committee, then on to the City Council for final approval. (continued on next page) PARK NAMING AND RENAMING POLICY (continued) Renaming The renaming of parks and facilities is strongly discouraged. It is recommended that efforts to change a name be subject to the most critical examination so as not to diminish the original justification for the name or discount the value of the prior contributors. Only those parks and facilities named for geographic location, outstanding feature or subdivision should be considered for renaming. Parks named by deed restriction cannot by considered for renaming. Parks and facilities named after individuals should never be changed unless it is found that the individual's personal character is or was such that the continued use of their name for a park or facility would not be in the best interest of the community. In order for a park or facility to be considered for renaming, the following must occur: The recommended name must qualify according to Section V of this policy, and; be accompanied by a petition from the particular park or facility users. Other Naming Alternatives Parks and facilities that are donated to the City can be named by deed restriction by the donor. The naming and acceptance of land is subject to approval by the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board and City Council. Facilities within parks, i.e. playgrounds, picnic shelters, etc. can be named separately from the parks and facilities they are in, subject to the general approving policies in this policy. Plaques, Markers, Memorials All plaques, markers, and memorials are subject to the same naming criteria in this policy. Because of their proneness to vandalism and maintenance, plaques, markers, and memorials should be used sparingly. The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board, subject to approval by the City Council, establishes the style, size, and placement of all plaques, markers, and memorials.