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APPROVED MINUTES
PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2008 7:00 P.M., OUTDOOR CENTER
13765 Staring Lake Parkway
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: John Brill, Chair; Geri Napuck, Vice Chair; Rob
Barrett (arrived at 7:10 p.m.), Tom Bierman (arrived
at 7:05 p.m.), Lee Elliott-Stoering, Jeffrey Gerst,
Randy Jacobus (arrived at 7:05 p.m.), Ian Mackay
and Joan Oko
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES: Laurel Pederson
COMMISSION STAFF PRESENT: Jay Lotthammer, Parks and Recreation Director;
Laurie Obiazor, Recreation Services Manager;
Stu Fox, Parks and Natural Resources Manager;
Wendy Sevenich, Community Center Manager;
Stan Tekiela, Naturalist/Recreation Coordinator;
and Carol Pelzel, Recording Secretary
I. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order by Chair Brill at 7:02 p.m.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Oko asked that the Commission be provided with an update on the Staring Lake off-leash dog
park.
Motion: Gerst moved, seconded by Napuck, to approve the agenda as amended. The motion
carried, 6-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – JANUARY 7, 2008
Motion: Gerst moved, Oko seconded, to approve the January 7, 2008, Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources Commission meeting minutes as published. The motion carried, 6-0.
IV. REPORT OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION – JANUARY 8 and 22, 2008
Lotthammer reported that at the January 8 meeting the Council reappointed Jeff Cordes as the
City’s Assistant Weed Inspector. On January 22 the Council discussed the acquisition of an arts
center and the Donald Rogers property. Staff will present the Commission with an update on
these two items later in the meeting.
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V. REPORT OF PLANNING COMMISSION
Fox reported that the Planning Commission met on January 14 and 28. At the January 14 meeting
the Commission approved the Verizon cell tower at Riley Lake Park. There were a couple
changes to the plan including a complete wall in front of the auxiliary generator to cut off its view
and noise from the tennis courts. They also increased the amount of landscaping around this site.
On January 28 the Commission discussed electronic message boards and billboards. They
discussed a fairly restrictive ordinance regulating these boards. The message board located at
Purgatory Creek Park would be grandfathered in.
VI. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATION
A. OUTDOOR CENTER OVERVIEW
Obiazor presented an overview of the programming for the Outdoor Center. She explained
that Tekiela has been under contract with the City as the Outdoor Center Coordinator and
Naturalist for the past eight years. His salary is based upon results. Tekiela’s programs have to
cover 120 percent of the costs and if they don’t, he has to reimburse the City. Programming
has been expanded to include younger participants including preschool programs and home
school programs. They do offer a wide variety of programming.
Fox presented the history of the building explaining that it originally served as the Senior
Center. When the Senior Center outgrew this building, they moved to the old City Hall.
Obiazor explained that the Outdoor Center as well as the Senior Center maximizes the use of
City facilities. The priority for the Outdoor Center is City programming. As interest and
demands for programs increased, opportunities for the Center rental declined. Community
Center meeting rooms will be able to accommodate those rental users. They have outgrown
the capacity to do both rental and programming of the Outdoor Center.
Tekiela thanked the Commission for coming to the Outdoor Center and provided the
Commission with an overview of the activities taking place at the Outdoor Center.
B. BIRCH ISLAND PARK
Lotthammer explained that at the last Commission meeting they discussed tree removal at
Birch Island Park. Included with the Commission’s agenda material was correspondence
regarding this issue including a letter from Vicky Miller, a Board member of Friends of Birch
Island Woods to Kevin Bigalke, Administrator for the Nine-Mile Creek Watershed District
and an e-mail from Bigalke confirming the Watershed District’s intentions.
Fox reported that he has been working in the field with the inspector from Nine Mile Creek
under Barr Engineering to make sure everything is done right. They have staked out the trail
locations and marked trees to make sure they understand how they will be getting in and out
of the site. Fox further reported that starting Wednesday they will be doing piping for the
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reclaimer project and will be starting tree clearing on the Cardinal Creek portion of the
project. Fox said he has the entire set of plans available should any Commission member wish
to review them. Fox said the contractor realizes there was an error made in the clearing of the
trees and they don’t want it to go any further. This is something they don’t want repeated and
have taken extraordinary steps to make sure staff is on site and is in contact with the
contractor.
Bierman said the City needs to have in their approval process some documentation explaining
the construction limits and the contractor must follow this and it must be in writing ahead of
time. Fox explained that this is included in the documentation but it is a matter of
interpretation. If he had been included in the preconstruction meeting he would have known
what was going on with the project.
Elliott-Stoering asked if the Parks Department is contacted when these types of projects go
before the Planning Commission. Fox responded that this project was started two years ago
and construction documents were received in the fall. This is a Watershed District project that
did have to go to the Planning Commission but went directly to the City Council.
Lotthammer explained that typically the Parks Department would have seen the plans. In this
case, the people who should have been involved in the preconstruction meeting were not. The
contractor is taking full responsibility to replant the trees.
Bierman said that is why he would like to see it be written in some document that the Parks
Department must be contacted. Barrett asked if it would be helpful for the Commission to
make a motion or write specific language to the City Council to say something like that. He
asked if there is anything this Commission can do to make sure that the Parks Department has
the opportunity to review these types of projects. Fox responded that the language is in the
documentation. This was the result of an internal problem. The appropriate Parks people were
not invited to the preconstruction meeting. Fox explained that he has worked with this
particular engineer on numerous occasions and they have a good working relationship. This
was clearly something that was done without the Parks Department’s involvement.
Oko asked if moving forward, the Commission should draft a motion to the City Council
requesting that in any instance where trees are removed from City park land that the Parks
Department be notified prior to the trees being cut and removed. Fox explained that that is in
place right now. This was clearly an oversight. Everyone is now on board and that is why they
are moving forward. Oko pointed out that this is the second time this has happened. The first
was when a construction company went into Staring Lake Park at Pioneer Trail and Flying
Cloud Drive and marked trees. The City was not aware that they were marking the trees. Fox
responded that the trees were only marked to identify them, not necessarily to remove them.
Oko said she is concerned with third parties going on City park land without the City being
notified. She said she agrees that they need to move forward but they also need to make sure
something is in place so that this doesn’t happen in the future.
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Barrett asked if it would be helpful to put something in writing that states that no trees may be
marked or cut without a parks representative present. Fox explained that the situation at
Staring Lake was for storm water discharge at Staring Lake. City staff was working with the
contractor on a regular basis. There are people in the parks marking trees all of the time
including land surveyors. This doesn’t necessarily mean that those trees will be removed. Fox
also explained that there is an ordinance in place stating that park trees cannot be removed
without City permission.
Napuck said she understands that in this case something was missed internally and steps have
been taken going forward so that this miscommunication will not happen in the future. She
suggested that they look at including some language in their procedures that states here are
the construction limits and less is better and they can go so far but they should not go to the
limit unless it is absolutely necessary. Fox responded that the construction limits are the
furthest they can go.
Bierman said there should be a signature block for the Parks Department to sign off of when
they review the project. Lotthammer responded that 99 percent of the time the Parks
Department does sign off of the plans. Almost all of the plans get routed around the City
depending on what it is. They have increased the inspection time on this project and they will
have someone on site on a more regular basis. Lotthammer said he did not know if any type of
recommendation or motion would add any more to the ordinance or to the internal workings
they have.
Jacobus questioned whether or not they can trust the contractors. All it takes is one mistake
and 30 or 40 trees are removed. He said it is very important that the City have someone out
there when trees are removed. Fox explained that that is part of the preconstruction meetings,
to figure out who is on site and when the trees are to be removed. This was a situation where
one staff person should have kept the Parks Department in the loop. If that had happened,
they would not be in this situation. They do have a process for checks and balances.
C. STATE OF CITY
Lotthammer reported that on Thursday, January 17, City Manager Scott Neal along with
School Superintendent Melissa Krull and Chamber President Pat Mulqueeny presented the
State of the City. Lotthammer said this information was being presented to the Commission
for information only since the presentation included information relating to parks and
recreation.
Mackay said there was an item included in the presentation regarding the construction of a
“boundless” playground at Miller Park. He asked what a “boundless” playground is. Fox
explained that it is a playground that is geared towards disabled and disadvantaged children.
The City was approached by a resident who is trying to enhance the playground program. The
resident asked if he raises some money, would the City be interested in partnering with him in
developing such a playground. Fox indicated that the City is interested in improving the
playground at Miller Park and they are looking at the options they have. The resident
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indicated that he may be able to raise $80,000 to be donated to this project. In response to a
question from Elliott-Stoering, Fox explained that they may be replacing the Miller Park
playground or they may be adding to it. They are still looking at this and are working with a
consultant.
Lotthammer said that staff will be bringing back additional information on this item within the
next couple of months. They are looking at cost estimates including equipment. Fox stated
that the City’s commitment is that it will be a matching type scenario.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
A. THREE-RIVERS PARK DISTRICT LIAISON
Lotthammer reported that at the January 7 Parks Commission meeting Oko asked about the
existence of a volunteer advisory/liaison program with the Three-Rivers Park District.
Lotthammer said he contacted the Assistant Superintendent of Three-Rivers Park District to
inquire about the existence of such a program. It was indicated to him that this is not
something that is in place with their organization but that from time to time a special
committee is formed for a specific project to assist in providing input to their staff and board.
Oko asked if there are any projects in the City that are being done by the Three Rivers Park
District that they should know about other than the dog park. Lotthammer said he is not
aware of any projects. Three Rivers will be coming to the City Council meeting in September
to present an update and Commission members are welcome to attend that meeting.
B. PARK BOND REFERENDUM FUNDING DETAILS
Lotthammer explained that included in the Commission’s agenda material was a spreadsheet
showing costs for the various bond referendum projects, the percentage of completion of the
projects and the amount of money necessary to complete the projects. This information had
been requested by Bierman at the last Commission meeting. Bierman asked that the chart be
updated for the next meeting by carrying the totals across reflecting the total that remains.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. OUTDOOR CENTER OBSERVATORY
Lotthammer explained that in September, 2006, the City received a large telescope as a
donation. The telescope requires a permanent foundation and enclosure in order to make it
useable. Staff has been working with an architecture firm to analyze concepts and structure
types for the Staring Lake location. The approved Capital Improvement Program budgeted
amount is $60,000 and staff expects concept plans to be ready during the month of March.
Lotthammer further explained that the reason for selecting this site for the telescope is
because of the clear view of the sky. They are also looking at a structure that would have a
retractable rooftop. They want to make sure that this facility is accessible to people.
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Lotthammer stated that this item is being presented to the Commission as an information only
item and no formal action is required.
Brill asked if this is the best location for this telescope. Tekiela responded that most of what
they want to see is in the south and southwest which this location gives them a clear view of.
This view also provides them with the darkest skies. This telescope will provide people with
an introduction and if they want more they can go further out to other dark skies.
Oko said she loves this area and feels it is very isolated and is concerned about vandalism. She
suggested that when they build the facility they make sure there is nothing around it so that
people don’t climb on top of the roof. Tekiela said they have thought about that. They will
make sure that the building is structurally sound and they will have an alarm system installed.
Barrett asked what the power of this telescope is. Tekiela explained that it is 18 inches
reflective and the power is in the eye piece. They have four different eye pieces. Barrett asked
if it wouldn’t be better to get a high quality telescope that could be set up and taken down.
Tekiela explained that this telescope is a starting point. Through the Eden Prairie grant
foundation they received money to purchase a medium telescope. Once this large telescope is
up and running, they will purchase the medium telescope. This will give them a full component
of telescopes to look through. Barrett questioned if this area is light blocked, is it worth it to
have this telescope when they can see things with a $5,000 telescope that they can set up and
take down. He asked what they gain by having a building and a big telescope that they
wouldn’t have with a smaller telescope. Tekiela explained that you could see considerably
more with the commercial grade telescope. This is something you will not get from your back
yard telescope. This larger telescope brings things much closer. Tekiela further explained that
this telescope is the fourth largest telescope in the State and it is an opportunity for the city of
Eden Prairie to have something unique to the region.
Brill asked Lotthammer if he feels the telescope is worth the $60,000 it will take to build a
facility for it. Lotthammer responded that there is no room for it at the Outdoor Center. They
did talk about looking for some sponsorship grants to build the facility. Lotthammer said he
believes they can run a lot of experiences through the observatory. With regard to building the
structure, it is pretty tough to build a garage under $50,000. He said it is his personal opinion
that what they will be able to do with this facility is well worth constructing. This is something
that will last a long time. Tekiela said they will be able to provide another component to their
educational program and it will make Eden Prairie unique.
Fox pointed out that this facility will also provide them with some additional areas for
educational programs. They are talking about more things than just the telescope. Tekiela said
they would hold special celestial events and there will be other options for the public to use
the telescope.
Oko asked if a resident would be able to rent the telescope or arrange to come and use it for
no fee. Tekiela said this is something they have not discussed. Oko said that given the recent
budget cuts, she asked if after spending the $60,000 to construct the facility, would they have
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sufficient funds to staff it and make it accessible to residents and taxpayers. Tekiela said they
would. The staff is contracted and they are paid through fees that cover their direct cost.
B. COMMUNITY CENTER ALCOHOL POLICY
Sevenich reported that staff is recommending conducting a Request for Proposal process to
obtain several quality caterers to provide a wide variety of food, beverage and price options
for those who rent space at the Eden Prairie Community Center. In order for caterers to serve
alcohol at events at the Community Center, both a policy and an ordinance change would
need to occur. The effect of the modification would permit alcoholic beverages to be served
by a licensed vendor. Staff is asking for the Commission’s approval to amend the policy
entitled Guidelines for Community Use of Parks and Recreation Rental Facilities, Section
XIV. Alcoholic Beverages and the current City ordinance requiring a 300-foot distance from a
school in order to permit alcoholic beverages at the Community Center. Sevenich explained
that there are two rooms at the Community Center that are large enough to house reception
events or activities. Staff has decided that they would like to use caterers including serving
alcohol. Lotthammer explained that the caterer selected would have to be licensed and they
would be required to have a Police Officer as part of the event paid for by the hosting party.
The City Attorney prefers to amend the City’s ordinance to make sure it is very clear and
follows the policy.
Bierman asked if the School District is aware of this proposal and, if not, they should be
notified. Lotthammer said staff has not discussed this with the School but will notify them of
their intention. Bierman also asked if there will be provisions for monitoring parking lot
activities when alcohol is served. Lotthammer responded that they do allow alcohol in some of
the City parks. At those facilities they use regular park patrol and the Police Department for
potential problems. The Community Center will have additional staff on board when there is
an event and there will also be a Police Officer assigned to the room ensuring that no one
leaves the room with alcohol. Sevenich further explained that when they have larger events
they will have parking attendants to control movement and their monitoring the parking lot
could be another component.
Oko said she noticed there is a patio located off of the Cambria Room and she asked if some
type of barrier should be put up around this patio so that it is not shared by the parties and
alcohol is not brought to the patio area. Lotthammer pointed out that the participants cannot
leave the Cambria room with alcohol. Sevenich said they chose not to close the patio off to
the public. This would go against its general purpose.
Brill asked how this proposed policy would be different from the one regulating the Garden
Room at the City Center. Lotthammer responded that it is very similar. They are in a building
with part of the School District. The difference is that they are dealing with only one vendor at
the Garden Room. Staff feels that without alcohol they diminish their ability to attract social
events and they would not be making revenue they were counting on.
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Barrett asked if there would have to be a change to the City’s liability insurance if alcohol
were allowed. Lotthammer answered that part of the requirement of the caterer is that they
have to name the City as an additional insured. This would impact their insurance and not the
City’s.
Motion: Gerst moved, seconded by Oko, to support staffs’ recommendation to amend the
policy entitled Guidelines for Community Use of Parks and Recreation Rental Facilities,
Section XIV. Alcoholic Beverages and the current City ordinance requiring a 300-foot
distance from a school in order to permit alcoholic beverages at the Eden Prairie Community
Center. The motion carried, 9-0.
Elliott-Stoering said she wants to make sure that the School District is made aware of this
proposal. Jacobus said they also need to be careful that they don’t price themselves out of the
market. If Police have to be hired the costs go up and he assumes the people using the
Community Center are cost sensitive.
C. ART CENTER UPDATE/OVERVIEW
Lotthammer reported that at the State of the City presentation, Mayor Young announced that
the City had recently received an offer from the Sampson family to donate a building to the
City to be used as an art center. At their January 22 Council meeting, the City Council
directed staff to work with the Arts and Culture Commission to explore operating plans and
costs associated with accepting the donation. The Council asked that the Commission render a
recommendation to the Council within the next 60 days. During the evaluation process, staff
will keep the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission updated on the progress
and conclusions of the Arts and Culture Commission. Lotthammer also reported that the City
was recently contacted by Barbara Kaerwer asking if the City is still interested in her property
as an art center. This site includes a house and approximately five acres that goes into wetland
and the trail network. Her original intention was to give this property to the City as an art
center. She has never gone through with the actual gift or donation. With the recent
announcement that the Sampson family wants to donate a building to the City for an art center
she is concerned about what will happen to her property. Kaerwer has an agreement with the
Minnesota Land Trust and those five acres can never be turned into a development. The use
of the home has to be somewhat mandated and would come with some limitations.
Lotthammer explained that the house was built in 1949 and it would be difficult to gain public
access versus an industrial building. The Arts and Culture Commission will be meeting at
Kaerwer’s house on Wednesday evening and will focus on her property and how it will fit into
the whole art center concept.
Oko asked how much the City would lose in tax revenue by converting the Sampson property
to public. Lotthammer responded that they would lose approximately $25,000 per year in tax
revenue. Oko said she looked at the property and noticed that the three glass doors do not
meet handicap accessibility. It also looks as though parking would be inadequate. Lotthammer
responded that proof of parking had the site up to potentially 24 spaces. Because this is an
industrial area that is normally in operation from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and a lot of the art center
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use would occur during the evening and on weekends there is the potential to work out with
the surrounding properties shared parking. Oko stated that this is a great fit but not everything
that is free is free and given the recent budget cuts, they need to really study the financial
feasibility of this property.
Jacobus said this is a pretty unique opportunity to obtain a piece of property for nothing that
is worth over $1 million. Lotthammer agreed and they need to look at both the capital costs
and operational costs.
Oko asked if there wasn’t someplace else in Eden Prairie that the City owns to accommodate
an art center. Fox explained that the City did have a piece of property at Staring Lake. After
evaluating that property they came to the conclusion that it would not work. They have also
looked at several other facilities but did not find anything that would work.
Lotthammer explained that this information is being provided to the Commission for
informational purposes only and no formal action is required. It was made clear that this item
was assigned to the Arts and Culture Commission.
Elliott-Stoering said that if programming for this facility comes under the Parks Department
that is something this Commission should look at. Oko asked if they do go forward with
obtaining the Sampson building, would Kaerwer still be willing to donate her property for
another use. Lotthammer said there is a land trust agreement that they would have to work
around. Ultimately, the owner wants it to become part of the park system.
D. DONALD ROGERS PROPERTY
Lotthammer reported that the City was notified by the trustee of the Donald Rogers Trust that
they would be putting forth a petition to a judge on February 6 to eliminate the City’s right of
first refusal to purchase the property located at 17555 Duck Lake Trail. The property is 9.74
acres and is contiguous to Prairie View Park on the northern side of the park. Previous to his
death, Mr. Rogers, a previous Mayor of Eden Prairie, initiated a trust listing the City as having
a right of first refusal in the event that the property was sold prior to the death of his son. The
trust also indicates that if the City were to acquire the property outright that the trust would
reimburse the City if sufficient funds remained after the death of his son. The City Attorney
explained to the City Council that if the petition was granted and the property was sold, the
City would no longer have the right of first refusal and would lose the ability to acquire the
property in the future. Lotthammer explained that this does not mean that the City would
acquire the property but would only preserve their right to have first refusal.
Motion: Barrett moved, Gerst seconded, to strongly support the City Council’s action to
oppose the petition to eliminate the City of Eden Prairie’s right of first refusal as listed in the
Donald Rogers’ Trust. The motion carried, 9-0.
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E. RECOGNITION OF GIFTS AND DONATIONS FOR 2007
Lotthammer reported that during the February 12 Council meeting, the Council will be asked
to accept and recognize gifts and donations contributed to the City in 2007. Many cash and in-
kind donations were contributed towards programs and events offered through the Parks and
Recreation Department. This information is being provided to the Commission for
informational purposes only.
IX. REPORTS OF STAFF
A. COMMUNITY CENTER MANAGER
1. Community Center Open House Recap
Sevenich presented the Commission with an update on the Community Center’s open
house. She reported that it went very well and there were approximately 300 people in
attendance. There were a number of people that came in and were unaware of what the
Community Center offered. Sevenich reported that they had sold 22 memberships the next
day.
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2. Grand Opening – 25 Anniversary
Sevenich reported that they are working towards the grand opening and the Community
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Center’s 25 anniversary. This will be a great opportunity to show what the Community
Center was and what it has become. The grand opening is scheduled for May 17 and will
be between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. More details will be made available as they get
closer to the date.
Sevenich indicated that they have approximately 489 people enrolled in the Community
Center. Their enrollment is looking favorable and they are moving in the right direction.
B. RECREATION SERVICES MANAGER
1. Live Well
Obiazor presented an overview of the Live Well program explaining that this is an
initiative that the Parks Department took for 2008. Staff has been involved with
developing ideas to promote the Live Well program. They worked with the City’s
Communications Department to develop a logo. This program will encourage the entire
community to live well. They felt this was a good time to tie this into the Community
Center. Obiazor said their focus is to educate people on living well.
FYI: Eden Prairie Players present Jake’s Women
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C. PARKS AND NATURAL RESOURCES MANAGER
D. PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
1. 2008 Work Plan
Lotthammer reviewed the Commission’s work plan explaining that he added Sports
Facilities Committee meeting as well as the City/School Facility Advisory Committee
meeting. He reported that Leslie Stovring will be presenting an overview of the Watershed
District at the Commission’s March meeting. In April the Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek
Watershed District will be making a presentation to the City Council and the Commission
is invited to attend that meeting and in September the Three-Rivers Park District will be
doing a presentation to the City Council.
Lotthammer presented an update on Commissioner appointments explaining that
interviews will take place on Monday, February 27.
2. Public Access to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Lotthammer reported that staff is currently assembling documentation of City priorities for
the upcoming 2008 Federal Legislative session. City Manager Neal will travel to
Washington D.C. and have the opportunity to meet with Legislators while attending the
National League of Cities Conference. One item that is related to Parks and Recreation is
the ability to provide additional public access to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife
Refuge through the use of nature trails. City staff has worked with the U.S. Fish &
Wildlife Service staff to develop a master plan for the area that included nature trails. City
staff has been attempting to move this plan forward and implement portions of the trail
system. Although the master plan was completed in cooperation with the U.S. Fish &
Wildlife Service staff, they have denied attempts to move forward with trail development.
Lotthammer said that staff is asking the Commission to recommend to the City Council to
include the public access to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge in the City’s
Federal Legislative Priorities document.
Motion: Napuck moved, seconded by Barrett, to support staff’s recommendation to the
City Council to include public access to the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge to
the 2008 City of Eden Prairie Federal Legislative Priorities Document. The motion
carried, 9-0.
3. Staring Lake Dog Park Update
Oko asked when they could expect the off-leash dog park area at Staring Lake to be
opened. Fox responded that this would occur when they no longer use this area for cross
country skiing. Oko said that when cross country skiing was done last year there was four
large bags of garbage left in the area. She asked if the City could ask the participants to
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walk through and clean the area up once they are done using it. Lotthammer said they
would talk to the high school about clean up.
X. NEXT MEETING
The next regular meeting of the Commission is scheduled for Monday, March 3, 2008 at
7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.
X. ADJOURNMENT
Motion: Barrett moved, Gerst seconded, to adjourn the meeting. The motion carried 9-0.
The meeting was adjourned at10:00 p.m.