2001-11 CSC
RICHFIELD COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
Tuesday, November 13, 2001
Veterans Park Building
Present: Commissioners Chad Sharkey, Rick Jabs, Tim Erlander, Jake Sedlacek, Gary Ness, Linda Slocum, Kari Johnson, Maureen Scaglia Staff Jim Topitzhofer, John Evans, Frank White,
Al Payne Council Liaison Others Ken Mandl, Tim Gremmer, Russ Susag Absent: Commissioners Bob Dietl, John Easterwood Council Liaison Susan Rosenberg
Call to Order The meeting was called to order by CSC Chair Jabs at 7:02 p.m. Jabs moved the Pool item up to the first action item.
Approval of Minutes Slocum moved, seconded by Sharkey, to approve the minutes of the October 9 regular meeting. Approved, ayes all.
Items Not On The Agenda Russ Susag presented the CSC with their plaque for winning their match in the FOWL Ball Golf Klassic.
Action Items Outdoor Pool Preliminary Plan
Topitzhofer reported that, following meetings with staff and the Pool Task Force, Gremmer and Associates has prepared a preliminary pool plan and cost estimates. He said that the cost
estimate is $3.2 million, $1 million higher than hoped. Gremmer presented the plan and identified its crucial components. Topitzhofer pointed out some possible cost-saving revisions
to the plan. Jabs suggested adding something to the wading pool in the interim that could be used later to provide families with some new amenities during this phase. Topitzhofer said
that changes to the piping could require separating filtration systems at this phase because of code. He said that the plan could go to Council on December 10 and the CSC may view the
plan at a special meeting on November 29.
Combine November and December Meetings
Approved by consensus.
New Meeting Night
Due to the City Council’s new Tuesday schedule in January, Jabs suggested moving the CSC meeting to the first or third Tuesday of the month. Third Tuesday was approved by consensus.
Outdoor Skating Program Recommendations
White reported on the rink locations and recommended six warming house sites and additional rinks with no warming houses in each ward. He discussed variations on the program (music,
hot chocolate, etc.). Slocum moved, seconded by Sedlacek, to approve White’s plan. Approved, ayes all.
Discussion Items Ban on Phosphorous Lawn Fertilizer
Topitzhofer said that Slocum raised this issue at the last meeting. He said that the City of Minneapolis passed an ordinance limiting the sale and use of these fertilizers. Slocum
said that phosphorous promotes growth of algae that interferes with the natural system of lakes; Sharkey questioned the damage caused by the algae. Jabs and Erlander encouraged education
about the effects of phosphorous (forums with Karen Shragg, etc.).
Youth Sports Environment Forum
Jabs reported on this event and talked about Frank’s involvement in the forum. Slocum called for a greater presence of women coaches.
Committee Reports Skate Park Task Force
Topitzhofer presented a sketch of the skate park. He said that he has kept in touch with key Richfield kids to help carry out the fundraising plan, which is now underway. An informational
meeting will be held on December 6.
Richfield Visions 2020
Jabs said that the forums were weakly attended. He said that the plan was generally accepted by those in attendance.
FOWL
No FOWL report was given.
Planning Commission
No PC report was given.
RCHSPC
Jabs provided the RCHSPC report.
Staff Reports Recreation Services
No report was given.
Adjournment Slocum moved, seconded by Ness, to adjourn the meeting. Meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
November 13, 2001 Minutes