09.a PRC Minutes 02.02.2026 DRAFTCity of Scandia Parks and Recreation Committee Monday, February 2, 2026
A meeting of the Parks & Recreation Committee was held on the above date at the Community Center and
Zoom. Present: Terry Gorham (Chair), Greg Zauner (Vice-Chair), and Kim Johnson. Absent: Dustin Hegland,
Kirsten Libby (City Council), and Kathy Sanville. Also Present: Laura Weber, Charles Fischer (Public Works
Director), Kyle Morell (City Administrator) and Brenda “Bee” Stignani (Office Assistant). Gorham called the
meeting to order at 6:02 pm. A quorum was present.
PUBLIC FORUM
None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Zauner moved to approve the agenda, Johnson seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Gorham called for any additions or corrections to the January 5, 2026 minutes. No additions or corrections
were submitted. The minutes stand approved as documented.
REPORTS
Chair Report
Gorham highlighted the February 12th MN Parks Presentation, thanking the Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails
for their strong collaborative efforts.
OLD BUSINESS
Vinterfest Re-Cap
Zauner provided a brief written report adding comments of a lighter attendance than usual, a few sledders on
Elim’s hill, and Meisters cancelling the Mites 2 Hockey Tournament prior to the event. Staff confirmed
approximately $325 collected for donations through buttons. Gorham to pick up remaining boxes at Rustic
Roots and Marine’s General Store. Public Works provided a written report, with discussion concluding Zauner
will communicate with Corey Roberts to see about options to increase family friendliness around the beer tent
and men’s hockey tournament.
Review Parks Master Plan with Review of Approved Capital Funding
Morell presented a staff report as requested, confirming the 404 Parks CIP fund is currently a negative balance
which may or may not be adjusted slightly after the upcoming 2025 city audit. Morell commented the last
DNR grant application was in 2022 and the likelihood of a new application submitted in 2027 for a project to
be completed in 2029 would be more compatible with the CIP planning process within the city if Council
supports any strong PRC proposal prepared in 2026. All consented to discuss considering projects of a
playground at Wayne Erickson Memorial Ball Field and a pavilion at Lilleskogen Park at the March PRC
meeting.
2025 PRC Annual Review – Final Review
Gorham asked for any additional edit suggestions to the proposed Annual Review report. Gorham requested
“Continue collaboration with the Friends of Scandia Parks and Trails to the Liten Park invasive species removal”
be changed to its own bullet point instead of being included in the 2026 goals for Wayne Erickson Memorial
Ball Field Park. Stignani raised concerns over winter skating programs in light of low student participation
since 2020 and the complexity of coordinating with non-city staff (instructor, transportation department,
Scandia Elementary School staff, and parents) in a time sensitive situation over historically challenging weather
conditions to keep the ice rink open. Gorham requested adding the phrase “or consider other appropriate
options” after “Offer winter skating programs” in the 2026 programing goals section. Zauner moved to
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approve the final 2025 PRC Annual Review after staff accepts proposed edits and requests, to be presented
to City Council, Johnson seconded. Motion carried unanimously.
PRC Operational Calendar
Zauner suggested moving Winter Recreation Program discussion up to July in 2026 with the intent to give
committee members the opportunity to research options and for staff to invite communication with the
skating instructor and Scandia Elementary School staff prior to making program recommendations to City
Council in September. All consented.
NEW BUSINESS
Earth Day Toy Swap Planning
Gorham facilitated discussion over hosting a Toy Swap at the Lions Easter Bunny Pancake Breakfast on March
28, 2026 after a successful toy swap at the 2025 event. Gorham will inquire at the next Lions meeting if this
will be welcomed to repeat. Zauner and Weber volunteered to facilitate this event after a brief explanation of
the structure and operational needs. Gorham requested staff verify links in the 2025 flyer in addition to
updating the information and post complete information Scandia’s social media sites.
AGENDA FOR NEXT MEETING
The proposed agenda for Monday, March 2, 2026:
1.Master Plan Capital Plan project discussion
2.Elect Officers
3.Earth Day Toy Swap Planning
4.Operational Calendar
ADJOURNMENT
Motion to adjourn the meeting by Zauner, seconded by Johnson. Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 7:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Brenda “Bee” Stignani, Office Assistant/Parks & Recreation Coordinator