3. 03-02-09 Minutes Scandia Park and Recreation Committee
Minutes
Monday, March 2, 2009
Members Present: Karen Schik, Mike Goeken, Dan Skupien, Matt Rasmussen, Alex
Bildeaux, Joan Benner, Sally Swanson
Members Absent: Tom Vogen, Edward Ruf
Guests: Anne Hurlburt, Tom Triplett, Marty McKelvey
1. Friends of Scandia Parks- Tom Triplett provided an update, reporting:
• Roster is up to 67 paid members
• A special board position was created for Boy Scouts senior patrol leader
• A Girl Scout leader has also expressed interest
• In an effort to save money and work, the group will not seek tax exempt
status for the time being
• Activity ideas are still being sought
A discussion ensued regarding the feasibility of Friends getting involved in the
mining issue. After considerable debate the general consensus was that it is not
advisable.
2. Lilleskogen- With news from Anne that some funds were available for the
project, the committee discussed the SRF estimate in an effort to agree on a
proposal. The idea of moving ahead with the water control structure was weighed
against proposing a change to the capital expenditure budget. The possibility of
proposing the pursuit of Watershed funds for the trail project in WIP was also
discussed as a possibility. Ultimately a motion was made for a proposal to
request a fund match for tasks 1 through 3 of the SRF plan and the motion carried.
3. Adult Softball League- Mike provided the following update:
• The fee per team will likely be $450-500, which will pay for game balls and
umpires
• There will most likely be eight teams, open to any community
• Games will be played Sunday nights, 5 to 9pm
Anne indicated that a final plan will be needed by the end of the following week to
get the information into the news letter.
4. Park Shelter Reservation Policy- Anne provided another draft for review. After
considerable debate, a consensus was reached to change the Hay Lake deposit to
$100. Anne indicated that signage would be posted and the information would be
added to the city website.
5. Park Rules- Two parts of the draft ordinance were revisited with the following
outcome:
• Pets in the park- No consensus
• Liquor in the park- rule forbidding it was stricken from the draft.
6. Recreation Programs- The committee discussed Marty's written proposal. It
was generally considered acceptable, with the exception of the need to clarify
details regarding the sports equipment swap event.
7. Approval of Minutes- Minutes from Feb. 2, 2009 were unanimously approved.
8. Next meeting- Monday, Apri16, 2009
9. Meeting adjourned- Alex