2001-01 CSC
RICHFIELD COMMUNITY SERVICES
ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES
Tuesday, January 9, 2001
Wood Lake Nature Center
Present: Commissioners Chad Sharkey, Rick Jabs, John Enger, Bob Dietl, Tim Erlander, Allen Yun, Jake Sedlacek, Maureen Scaglia, Linda Slocum Staff Jim Topitzhofer, Frank White,
Susan Reisgraf Council Liaison Susan Rosenberg School Liaison Jim Sloss Absent: Commissioners Arnie Auchstetter, John Easterwood
Call to Order The meeting was called to order by CSC Chair Jabs at 7:10 p.m.
Approval of Minutes Dietl moved, seconded by Sharkey, to approve the November 14 minutes. Approved, ayes all.
Discussion Items Fairwood/Monroe Shelter Options
Topitzhofer presented several options for open shelters to replace the existing shelter at Monroe Park. He said that the project was discussed at a neighborhood meeting that preceded
the CSC meeting and, based on this meeting and discussion with the CSC, the following preferences were determined to include in an RFP for the shelters:
Construct two shelters: one open-sided shelter at each park.
Each shelter should accommodate at least six tables and be hexagonal in shape.
The Commission instructed staff to gather further information and include the above preferences and report to the CSC at the next meeting.
Richfield Remodeling Fair
Jabs solicited members of the CSC to volunteer at the upcoming Richfield Remodeling Fair. Commission Members Yun, Scaglia and Jabs agreed to help conduct a simple survey at the Fair
on January 27 to gather feedback regarding Richfield Recreation Services programs and services.
Action Items Little Bob’s Park Playfeature Replacement RFP
Topitzhofer presented an RFP for the project, which included neighborhood preferences and other issues determined by staff from Public Works, Recreation Services and Public Safety.
Topitzhofer said the recommended play equipment budget for this project is $43,000, with an additional $9,500 in additional costs. The CSC postponed action on the RFP until the regular
meeting in February.
Farmer’s Market Policy Revisions
Frank White and Susan Reisgraf, Farmer’s Market Coordinator, presented amendments to the Farmer’s Market policy, including a fee increase to vendors. Policy amendments included clarification
of the type of vendor authorized to sell at the market, sub-letting provisions and good business practices. Staff proposed a fee increase for full season stalls (from $365 to $375).
Motion was made and seconded to approve the proposed changes in the Farmer’s Market policy and fee increase. Approved, ayes all.
Wood Lake Nature Center Parking Policy
Staff presented a report of a week-long study, conducted in late-November/early-December, to determine the level of usage of the Wood Lake parking lot by Gramercy staff and patrons.
The study revealed that the usage is significant and some control of the usage of the lot is necessary. Staff presented a policy to issue up to ten permits for overnight parking in
the lower lot and to designate the entire upper lot and a significant portion of the lower lot as Wood Lake visitor parking only. The policy also allows for the entire Wood Lake lot
to be reserved during Wood Lake special events. Motion was made and seconded to recommend approval of the Wood Lake parking policy.
CSC Highlights and Visions Report
Jabs presented the CSC’s 2000 highlights and 2001 visions. This report will be given to the City Council at the Boards and Commission Dinner on January 30.
Committee Reports Skate Park Task Force
Topitzhofer provided an update, reporting the the Youth Initiative Grant application had been denied. He said that the group was exploring an alternate plan for an outdoor facility.
Outdoor Pool Task Force
Topitzhofer provided the OPTF update.
Community Center Sub-Committee
Jabs had no news to report.
FOWL
Dietl provided the FOWL report.
Planning Commission
Auchstetter absent; no report was given.
Staff Reports Recreation Services
Recreation Services Director Topitzhofer provided the Recreation Services Department report.
Other Jabs reminded the group about the Boards and Commissions Dinner on January 30, 6 p.m.
Adjournment Motion was made and seconded to adjourn. Meeting adjourned by consensus.
January 9, 2001 Minutes