HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-19-2021 Parks Packet CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
4k PARKS COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
MONDAY, JULY 19, 2021 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
I. Call to Order
II. Approval of Agenda
III. Approve Parks and Trails Commission Minutes—May 17, 2021 (1)
Approve Parks and Trails Commission Notes—June 21, 2021 (2)
IV. Department/Commission Liaison Reports
A. Arborist
B. Public Works Director
C. Other/ Commission Liaison Report
V. Visitors/Public Comment
This is an opportunity for the public to address the Commission with questions or concerns not on the agenda. Please limit comments
to three minutes.
VI. Adjourn to Worksession to Discuss Commission Vacancy and Candidates (3)
VII. Reconvene Regular Meeting
VIII. Public Hearing
None
IX. Old Business
A. Parks and Trails Commission Vacancy —Appointment to Position
B. Parks and Trails Walkthrough Discussion (4)
X. New Business
None
XI. Informational
A. Next Meeting: Monday, August 16 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
B. Upcoming Council Meeting: Wednesday, July 21 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
XII. Adjourn
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
PARKS AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES
Monday,May 17, 2021 at City Hall
Held via Zoom videoconferencing allowed per MN Stat 13D.021
I. Call to Order: Chair Chirhart called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m. Present: Vice Chair
Peterson, Commissioner Hoeppner and Commissioner Thoreson. Also present: City
Administrator Johnson, City Clerk Pinski, Public Works Director Kegley, Arborist
Danielson, and Commission Liaison Councilmember Johnson. Absent: None.
II. Approval of A enda
Vice Chair Peterson, seconded by Commissioner Thoreson, moved to approve the Agenda.
Carried 4-0,
III. Approve Parks and Trails Commission Minutes--A n1 19 2021: Commissioner Thoreson,
seconded by Commissioner Hoeppner, moved to approve the Minutes. Carried 4-0.
IV. Department/Commission Liaison Reports:
A. Arborist: Arborist Danielson reported that the prairie burn took place on May 6 at
Swager Park and May 14 at Valley View Park. She said prairie seed was put down
after and there would be three weed control visits in 2021. Danielson also reported
that the spring 2021 boulevard tree planting was completed the previous week by
Hoffinan and McNamara.
B. Public Works Director: Public Works Director Kegley reported that parks were open,
and they were waiting on background checks for the park attendants.
C. Other/Commission Liaison Reports: Councilmember Johnson reported that the
virtual `Get to Know the Parks' walk/run would be from June 1 through June 15.
V. Visitor/Public Comment: None
V1. Public Hearings: None
VII. Old Business:
A. Cover Park Garden Renewal: Councilmember Johnson reported that the City's goal
was to downsize the garden at Cover Park to make it more manageable for
sustainability and longevity. She said, without the support of a volunteer-based
group,the City would need to discuss how to handle the Cover Park garden without
a garden club. She presented a low-maintenance renewal plan for the area that could
be handled in-house.
Commissioner Hoeppner, seconded by Vice Chair Peterson, moved to recommend
the proposed Cover Park renewal plan move forward. Carried 4-0.
B. Discuss Reestablishment of a Garden Committee: Councilmember Johnson reported
that a press release was put in the paper, and if there was interest, the committee
would decide as a group which areas to focus on and what projects they wanted to
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Parks Commission Minutes
May 17, 2021
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do. No action was taken.
C. Discuss Budget for Shrubs in Citi- Warks: The Commission decided a shrub budget
could be discussed if there was a garden committee created. Commissioner Thoreson
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suggested shrubs be placed around the 'Welcome to Oak Park Heights' sign along
Highway 36. No action was taken.
VIII. New Business:
A. Community Garden Concepts: Councilmember Johnson reviewed a draft policy and
concept for community garden bed use. Commissioner Thoreson volunteered to be
the coordinator on behalf of the Parks and Trails Commission.
Chair Chirhart, seconded by Vice Chair Peterson, moved to adopt the rules for the
community garden concept. Carried 4-0.
Vice Chair Peterson, seconded by Commissioner Hoeppner, moved to appoint Randy
Thoreson as the contact person. Carried 4-0.
IX. Informational:
A. Get to Know the Parks Virtual Walk/Run Event: June I T June 15
B. Continuation of Walkthrough: Meet at Swager Park at 5:30 p.m. then move on to
Brekke Park and Autumn Hills Park
C. Next Meeting:. Monday, June 21 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom
D. Upcoming Council Meeting: Tuesday, May 25 at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom
X. Adjourn: Commissioner Thoreson, seconded by Commissioner Hoeppner, moved to adjourn
at 7:47 p.m. Carried 4-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Pinski
City Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS 2
PARKS AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING NOTES
Monday,June 21, 2021 at City Hall
Held via Zoom videoconferencing allowed per MN Stat 13D.021
I. Call to Order: Chair Chirhart called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. Present: Commissioner
Hoeppner. Also present: City Clerk Pinski, Public Works Director Kegley, Arborist
Danielson, and Commission Liaison Councilmember Johnson, Absent: Vice Chair Peterson
and Commissioner Thoreson.
There was not a quorum present, so no action could be taken at the meeting.
II. Approval of Agenda
III. Parks and Trails Commission Vacancy Candidate Intenje«Is
IV. Approve Parks and Trails Commission Minutes May 17, 2021
V. Department/Commission Liaison Reports.-
A.
eports:A. Arborist: Arborist Danielson reported that Minnesota Native Landscapes would
conduct prairie maintenance at Swager and Valley View Parks on June 2,
B. Public Works Director: Public Works Director Kegley reported that he would
compile notes from the walkthroughs for discussion and ranking at the next meeting.
C. Other/Commission Liaison Reports: Councilmember Johnson reported that the
virtual 'Get to Know the Parks' walk/run participation window was extended
through June 30.
VI. Visitor/Public Comment: None
VII. Public Hearings: None
VIII. Old Business:
A. Parks and Trails Commission Vacancy—Appointment to Position: There was not a
meeting quorum so decision on appointment would be discussed at the next Parks
and Trails meeting. Staff was directed to send recording of the interviews to the
Commission members who were absent at the meeting.
B. Parks and Trails Walkthrough Discussion
IX. New Business: None
X. Informational:
A. Get to Know the Parks Virtual Walk/Run Event: Extended through June 30
B. Next Meeting: Monday, July 19 at 6.00 p,m. at City Hall
C. Upcoming Council Meeting: Tuesday, June 22 at 6.00 p.m. Hybrid: City Hall and
Zoom.
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Parks Commission Notes
June 21, 2021
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XI. Adjourn: Meeting adjourned at 7:39 p,m.
Respectfully submitted,
Jennifer Pinski
City Clerk
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
PARKS COMMISSIONER APPLICATION
Jennifer Van Dyke 04/19/2021
NAME DATE
To provide the City Council with an understanding of you, your background and
your interests, please answer the following questions. (You may attach an extra
sheet if necessary.)
15298 Upper 61st ST N
ADDRESS
PHONE E-MAIL
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN OAK PARK HEIGHTS? 20 yrs.
OCCUPATION: Realtor
EMPLOYER: PHONE:
PRIOR EXPERIENCE ON CITY COMMISSIONS, CITY BOARDS, ETC.
Currently on the planning commission.
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PLEASE PROVIDE A SUMMARY OF WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE
APPOINTED TO THE OAK PARK HEIGHTS PARKS COMMISSION.
I really like the city that my family lives in and would like to serve it and the citizens.
We have used and enjoyed the parks and trails for most of the time we have lived here
IS THERE ANY OTHER INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE US TO
CONSIDER REGARDING THIS APPOINTMENT?
I would like to see Oak Park Heights use it's park and trail system to attract more tourism.
Please return to:
Eric Johnson, City Administrator
City of Oak Park Heights
PO Box 2007
Stillwater, MN 55082
Date Received:
(For office use only)
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
PARKS COMMISSIONER APPLICATION
NAME: Annie Catherine Berres
DATE: June 1s' 2021
To provide the City Council with an understanding of you, your background and
your interests, please answer the following questions. (You may attach an extra
sheet if necessary.)
ADDRESS:
5420 O'Brien Ave N
Oak Park Heights, MN 55082
PHONE:
E-MAIL:
HOW LONG HAVE YOU LIVED IN OAK PARK HEIGHTS?
Born in Stillwater, moved to Oak Park Heights when i was 12. Besides going to college
in Montana, I have lived here since then. (19 Years)
OCCUPATION: Past- House Manager/Nanny
EMPLOYER:
PHONE:
PRIOR EXPERIENCE ON CITY COMMISSIONS, CITY BOARDS, ETC.
Starting at a young age 1 became involved with the local 4-H club. 4-H's hands-on
approach helped me grow in various life skills. While leading meetings, I developed
skills in leadership, public-speaking, communication and planning. 4-H empowered me
to become a true leader. I became confident in myself; I know I can embrace challenges
and I will stick with a job until it gets done. After Highschool and finishing with 4-H I went
on to college and wanted to look into where I could use these skills. I had the job;
however, 1 wanted to be a part of something more, something that gave me the same
satisfaction as 4-H did. I became a Student Ambassador for Montana State University. I
represented the college while working with prospective students and their families
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throughout the admissions process. Being a part of a community has always been
important to me. Now that I am back in my home town, where my heart has always
been, I am ready to share my skills and to be a part of the Parks and Trails
Commission.
PLEASE PROVIDE A SUMMARY OF WHY YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE
APPOINTED TO THE OAK PARK HEIGHTS PARKS COMMISSION,
I would like to be appointed to the Oak Park Heights Commission because I want to get
everyone outside! I am passionate about the community and I think it all begins with the
Parks and Trails. Recently, I received my Nature-Based Teaching certificate. Through
this certification I learned the importance of nature and the influence it can have on the
well-being of an individual. I am passionate about the psychological and physical
benefits of time spent outdoors and only hope to spread this adoration through my
community. Parks serve as the heart of their community and I want to be a part of that.
IS THERE ANY OTHER INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE US TO
CONSIDER REGARDING THIS APPOINTMENT?
The personal qualities of a Parks Commissioner are critical to the Boards Successful
operation. 1 believe I can make a difference based upon my "can do" attitude and strong
work ethic.
Please return to:
Eric Johnson, City Administrator City of Oak Park Heights
PO Box 2007
Stillwater, MN 55082
Date Received: (For office use only)
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