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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-07-11 Park Board PacketEDINA PARK BOARD Tuesday, July 11, 1995 7:30 p.m. Manager's Conference Room A G E N D A City of Edina * 1. Approval of June 13, 1995, Park Board meeting minutes. * 2. Senior Discount/Braemar Golf Course - Jason Rice, resident. 3. Edina Soccer Association Proposal Update. 4. Edina Senior Citizen Center: SA. Survey Results. B. Edina Community Center Commitment/Lease Agreement. 5. Park Improvement Plan. 6. Sub -committees. 7. Other. * 8. Adjournment. * These are agenda items that require or request Park Board action. City Hall (612) 927-8861 4801 WEST 50TH STREET FAX (612) 927-7645 EDINA, MINNESOTA 55424-1394 TDD (612) 927-5461 CITY OF EDINA PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM DATE: Ju)W 8, 1995 TO: All Park Board Members "� j FROM: John Keprios, Director/ SUBJECT: Staff report for upcoming Park Board meeting Enclosed you should find the following items: 1. July 11, 1995, Park Board Agenda. 2. Minutes from June 13, 1995, Park Board meeting. 3. Senior Citizen Center Survey Summary. 4. Letter to football and soccer players. 5. Minutes from June 19, 1995, City Council meeting. 6. Letter to Lewis Ridge Condominium Association Board of Directors. 7. Letter to Ken Rosland regarding Senior Citizen Center • lease. 8. Letter to Larry Thayer regarding Edina Hockey Association indoor ice demand. 9. Third Ice Sheet Feasibility Study from Braemar Arena Manager, Larry Thayer. 10. Park Improvement Plan memo to Ken Rosland. 11. Two memos (1993 and 1995) from John Valliere regarding senior citizen rate. STAFF REPORT The following is the monthly staff report concerning each item on the agenda with the exception of approval of the minutes and other. "Other" is listed on the agenda in case last minute items come up between now and the Park Board meeting, plus, cover any other concerns of Park Board members and/or attendees. SENIOR DISCOUNT/BRAE[MAR GOLF COURSE Mr. Jason Rice, Edina resident, has requested that the Edina Park Board consider reinstating a senior citizen discount for seniors who play golf at Braemar Golf Course. Mr. Rice believes that the Braemar Golf Course greens fees and golf car rental should be •similar to that of Richfield's public golf course, Rich Acres. As for staff's recommendation, please refer to Mr. John Valliere's written recommendation. Edina Park Board action is requested on this issue. -2- EDINA SOCCER ASSOCIATION PROPOSAL UPDATE •The Edina City Council heard the Edina Soccer Association's proposal at the June 19, 1995, City Council meeting. For the results of that meeting, please refer to the enclosed minutes. On Thursday, July 6, staff (Ed MacHolda and John Keprios) met with three members of the Edina Soccer Association (Patti Kelly, Julie Turnbull and Tom Wilson) to discuss possible alternatives to the Edina Soccer Association's proposal. There are several alternatives which will be brought to the Edina Soccer Association board meeting on Monday, July 10, 1995, for their consideration. John Keprios and Ed MacHolda will be in attendance. It is possible that this issue may be resolved at that board meeting, however, the ESA may wish to further pursue their current proposal. As you will notice in the City Council minutes, staff has been directed to present other alternatives for the ESA and the Park Board to consider. If necessary, the matter will be back before the City Council at their August 7, 1995, Council meeting. As mentioned at the June Park Board meeting, it is staff's goal to attempt to resolve these matters at the staff level in efforts to avoid them becoming community issues. If the matter cannot be resolved at the Edina Soccer Association board meeting on July 10, then the City Council would like for the Park Board to review and discuss staff's alternatives. Hopefully, the Park Board will not have to further address this issue at your July 11 meeting. In follow up to concerns of the residents of the Lewis Ridge Condominiums, staff has submitted a letter (copy enclosed) to their Board of Directors in response to their concerns that were submitted in writing. In addition, staff has drafted a letter to be sent to all those who are scheduled to play soccer or football at Lewis Park. That letter was originally sent to their Association President, Doris Clegg, for her approval. This letter will be distributed by staff to all those who are scheduled to play soccer or football at Lewis Park. EDINA SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER Please note the results of the Edina Senior Citizen Survey that has been compiled and presented by Laura Schenck, Assistant Director, Edina Senior Center. Interestingly, of the 38% of the seniors who returned the survey, over 84% are satisfied with the current location of the Senior Citizen Center. As stated in a letter from Doug Johnson, the Edina Community Services Department welcomes an extension of the Senior Citizen Center lease agreement until the year 2006. A special thanks to Andy Herring, former Chair of the Edina Community Services Board, for promoting and supporting the lease extension. Thanks Andy! PARK IMPROVEMENT PLAN On Wednesday, July 5, the Edina City Council received the enclosed memo regarding park improvement needs and also heard a presentation given by Mr. Ken Rosland, City Manager. The City Council is not requesting any action by the Park Board at this time until they have had a chance to review the materials and decide on a course of action. -3- SUB-COMMITTEES 3- SUB-COMMITTEES As directed by Mr. Bill Jenkins, Park Board Chairman, the sub -committees are temporarily on hold. The matter will be further discussed at the Park Board meeting. OTHER- 1. EDINA BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PROPOSAL The Edina Basketball Association proposal that was mentioned at the June Park Board meeting, has very recently been withdrawn by the EBA. The EBA board is now considering donating funds to the Edina Schools to upgrade their indoor facilities. 2. BRAMAR INSPECTION TOUR Just a reminder to send in your RSVP to the Edina Park and Recreation Department office for the Braemar Inspection Tour. 3. INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY For your information, the John Phillip Sousa Band got rained out on the 4th of July, however, the fireworks display started right on time (10:00 p.m.) and we estimated a crowd of approximately 8,000 people. MEMORANDUM DATE: December, 1993 TO: Our Valued Senior Customers FROM: John Valliere Manager Braemar Golf Cours SUBJECT: Elimination of Senior Golf Rates First of all let me thank each and everyone of you for your long , continued support of Braemar. Without your loyalty Braemar would not have the unique, friendly and warm atmosphere that we enjoy. I have been at Braemar 25 years and have seen and encouraged many of the changes we have struggled to accomplish. These changes and improvements have been attained without tax assistance. We continue to expand and improve without any really large or significant green fee increases. We intend to continue to provide a first class golf facility at an affordable price. The decision to eliminate senior rates was based on three primary observations. 1. The makeup or percent of seniors playing Braemar is so high in relation to our total play that income from green fees is affected. Each year the percent of senior play continues to grow. Is it any secret that Edina's population is "getting up there in years" as it relates to the total Edina census? We can no longer ask the younger population to subsidize the older population when their numbers are increasing by such large amounts. If golf were a necessity my view might be different. 2. The cost of golf at Braemar is a fair price even at the full non patron rate. It is less expensive than comparable facilities in the metropolitan area. The patron rate rewards our valued good repeat customers. 3. Braemar's expenses have increased with the new debt associated with our expansion to meet the needs of our community. In addition, the city no longer enjoys sales tax exempt status for purchases. Braemar must raise fees to overcome all increased expenses. Management does realize that we must operate our facility in a prudent and efficient manner. We do make every effort to do this. We fill our tee times and scold those who fail to show. If you have any questions, please see me personally. The counter staff is very busy and I would appreciate your not interrupting their tasks to discuss fees. Once again, 1 solicit your understanding and thank you for your business. � �L 1995 BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE FEES PATRON CARDS Individual ......................... $55.00 Executive Course... ............. 25.00 COMPUTERIZED HANDICAPS Resident ........................... 15.00 Non Resident ....................... 20.00 LOCKERS Men's 7211 .......................... 35.00 Men's 4211 .......................... 25.00 Women's 7211 ........................ 15.00 CLUB STORAGE ............................ 35.00 CLUB RENTAL . ........................... 6.00 PULL CARTS .............................. 2.00 GOLF CARS 18 Holes ........................... 20.00 9 Holes ........................... 12.00 GROUP GOLF LESSONS Adult .............................. 56.00 Junior............................. 28.00 GOLF RANGE Large Bucket ....................... 5.00 Small Bucket ....................... 3.00 Warm Up Bucket ..................... 1.50 GREEN FEES 18 Hole - Non Patron ............... 20.00 18 Hole _ Patron ................... 16.00 9 Hole Non Patron.. 11.00 9 Hole - Patron .................. 9.00 GROUP FEES - 18 Hole .................... 27.00 GROUP FEES - 9 Hole .................... 15.00 GROUP CAR FEES .......................... 28.00 EXECUTIVE COURSE NORMANDALE Adult - Non Patron .................. 8.00 $9.00 Adult - Patron ...................... 7.00 8.00 Junior - Non Patron ................ 6.00 6.00 Junior - Patron ................... 5.00 5.00 Golf Cars - Everyone ............... 10.00 10.00 Pull Carts ........................ 1.75 1.75 Group Fees ......................... 10.00 10.00 GOLF DOME Regular Bucket ..................... 5.25 Senior Bucket ...................... 5.00 Time Golf - 1/2 hr ................. 7.75 Hourly Field Rental ................ 100.00 Leagues............................ 675.00 BRAEMAR ROOM Wedding Related - ................. 600.00 Wedding Related - Non Resident..... 650.00 Other Events .......................250.00 TO 650.00 I N T E R MEMO O F F I C E To: Edina Park Board and Park Director From: John Valliere Subject: Senior Rates at � raemar Date: July 6, 1995 Attached is the original letter I wrote to the Senior golfers at Braemar, in December 1993. AT that time the Senior Rates were eliminated, with the approval of the Park Board and the City Council. I have had one complaint in regard to the elimination of the Senior rates. The majority of the Seniors that play at Braemar understand the rationale for eliminating the Senior discount. Braemar operates only with revenues from user fees, tax dollars are not utilized. To be equitable one user should pay the same as any other. Those under 65 should not transfer the financial burden of operations onto another age group. Edina's makeup and specifically Braemar's customers are mostly Seniors. Of the 375 members of the Braemar Men's Club, less than 10 are under 50 years of age and a majority are over 65. This is also true of most of our Women's Leagues who number over 1200. The finances of the golf course are often misunderstood. The course, although operationally profitable, must be so, to retire debt and make improvements. Present debt exceeds six million dollars. Annual debt service is in excess of 600 thousand dollars. Some surrounding communities offer senior rates. Most would like to eliminate them. In the case of Minneapolis, the senior fees are so low they are less than 1/2 of the cost to produce a round of golf (approximately $14.00) Older courses do have the luxury of charging lower rates because they have eliminated much of their debt service. But again, Edina's community make up is weighted to the senior end of the age spectrum. r July 11, 1995 Dear Mr. Keprios: Please be advised that on July 10, 1995 the Board of Directors of the Edina Soccer Association unanimously passed a motion to table the Lewis Park Proposal, currently pending before the City Council, for fifteen months. Very truly yours, Patti Kelly, President Edina Soccer Association • • • 0 • . • • • • :� 1'�I kip • I4 C • IMPACT ON HOUSEHOLD AND COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES ISSUE #1 Total Park Improvement Bond Issue $4,900,000 VALUE IMPACT/YEAR IMPACT/MONTH 100,000 11.23 .94 160,000 17.97 1.50 250,000 28.08 2.34 500,000 56.16 4.68 1,000,000 112.32 9.36 Cost for average home in Edina, $160,000, is less than $.05 per day. ISSUE #2 Total Braemar South Arena Ord rink) Bond Issue $2,500,000 VALUE IMPACT/YEAR IMPACT/MONTH 100,000 5.73 .48 160,000 9.17 .76 250,000 14.33 1.19 500,000 28.65 2.39 1,000,000 57.30 4.78 Cost for average home in Edina, $160,000, is less than $.03 per day. Please note that commercial and residential properties pay the same rate on special election bond issues.