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Home My WebLink About2023-03-14 Parks & Rec Comm PacketAgenda Parks and Recreation Commission City Of Edina, Minnesota Braemar Golf Course - 6364 John Harris Dr. Tuesday, March 14, 2023 7:00 PM I.Call To Order II.Roll Call III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes A.Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Feb. 14, 2023 V.Special Recognitions And Presentations A.Welcome new members to the Parks and Recreation Commission VI.Community Comment During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share relevant issues or concerns. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the number of speakers on the same issue in the interest of time and topic. Generally speaking, items that are elsewhere on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board/Commission Members to respond to their comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to sta% for consideration at a future meeting. VII.Reports/Recommendations A.Senior Center Update B.Outdoor Ice Rink Season Recap & Preview of Summer Sports Programming C.Community Forestry Update D.2023 Commission Work Plan VIII.Chair And Member Comments IX.Sta2 Comments A.Informational Items B.Upcoming Meetings and Events X.Adjournment The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing ampli5cation, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: IV.A. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Minutes From:Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Feb. 14, 2023 Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve minutes from the Feb. 14, 2023 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting. INTRODUCTION: ATTACHMENTS: Description Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Feb. 14, 2023 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Minutes City of Edina, Minnesota Edina Parks & Recreation Commission Braemar Golf Course February 14, 2023 7 p.m. I. Call to Order Chair Ites called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. II. Roll Call Answering roll call were Commissioners Good, Haas, Ites, Pfuhl, Spanhake, Weaver and Student Commissioner Horsager Absent: Commissioner Strother and Student Commissioner Defor Commissioner Welsh arrived at 7:03 p.m. Commissioner Doscotch arrived at 7:08 p.m. Staff Present: Staff Liaison Perry Vetter, Assistant Director Parks and Natural Resources Tom Swenson, Assistant Director Recreation and Facilities Tracy Peterson, General Manager Braemar Arena & Field Chad Eischens and Administrative Coordinator Janet Canton III. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion made by Good to approve the meeting agenda. Motion seconded by Haas. Motion carried. IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes Motion made by Haas to approve the Nov. 1, 2022 minutes. Motion seconded by Good. Motion carried. V. Community Comment None VI. Reports/Recommendations A. Braemar Ice Arena/Braemar Field Program & Facility Update Chad Eischens, General Manager of Braemar Arena and Field, gave a presentation on the Braemar Ice Arena. Mr. Eischens gave an update on the programs taking place at the arena, prime times for use, staffing struggles, utility issues, and customer interactions. Mr. Eischens also gave an update on the Braemar Field and its dimensions and uses as well as discussed the increased demand for use of the field, staffing models and successes of the new parking lot. The Commissioners asked questions regarding the temperature inside the dome. B. 2023 Work Plan Staff Liaison Vetter pointed out to the Commission the new format and software system on the 2023 Work Plan. Staff Liaison Vetter urged the Commission to review each initiative. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Commissioners asked questions regarding the word changes in the Work Plan and revisited assignments. Initiative #1 – Support Fred Richards Park Implementation. Commissioners Ites, Weaver, Welch and Pfuhl; lead is Commissioner Ites. Initiative #2 – Support Braemar Park Implementation. Commissioners Haas, Spanhake and Student Commissioner Horsager; lead is Commissioner Haas. Initiative #3 – Support Braemar Arena Implementation. Commissioners Doscotch, Spanhake and Student Commissioner Horsager; lead is Commissioner Doscotch. Initiative #4 – Alternative Funding Sources. Commissioners Doscotch, Weaver, Haas and Pfuhl; lead is Commissioner Doscotch. Initiative #5 – Comparable Community Parks/Recreational Opportunities. Commissioners Pfuhl, Weaver and Student Commissioner DeFor; lead is Commissioner Pfuhl. Initiative #6 – Parks & Recreation Presentations. Commissioners Weaver, Welch and Haas; lead is Commissioner Weaver. C. Annual Election of Officers Staff Liaison Vetter introduced the nomination process for officer election. The floor was opened for Chair and then Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion made by Good to nominate Commissioner Doscotch as Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Haas. Roll call vote. Motion carried. Motion made by Doscotch to nominate Commissioner Haas as Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Haas. Motion made by Ites to nominate Commissioner Pfuhl as Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Good. Called to vote: Commissioner Haas – Commissioners Doscotch, Haas, Spanhake and Weaver Commissioner Pfuhl – Commissioners Good, Pfuhl, Ites and Welch Vote was tied and motions failed, Staff Liaison Vetter opened nominations again for Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission. Motion made by Doscotch to nominate Commissioner Haas as Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Haas. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Commissioner Haas indicated to the Commission the experience he has with running meetings in public settings. Motion made by Ites to nominate Commissioner Pfuhl as Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Good. Commissioner Pfuhl indicated that she would be honored to serve as Vice-Chair. She also stated her experience in leadership positions. Called to vote: Commissioner Haas – Commissioners Doscotch, Haas, Spanhake and Weaver Commissioner Pfuhl – Commissioners Good, Pfuhl, Ites and Welch Vote was tied and motions failed, Staff Liaison Vetter opened nominations again for Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission. Commissioner Haas suggested they hold another round of elections Motion made by Haas to nominate Commissioner Pfuhl as Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission seconded by Doscotch. Motion carried. VII. Chair and Member Comments A. Recognize Park & Recreation Commissioners Years of Service Chair Ites recognized Commissioner Good on all his accomplishments and involvement on the Commission since 2015 and thanked him for his service. The Commission also recognized Commissioner Strother who was unable to attend. VIII. Staff Comments A. Informational Items Staff Liaison Vetter gave the following updates:  The 2023 operating budget and capital improvement program have been finalized, increasing the capital funding of park systems.  Need to spread news about summer hiring. B. Upcoming Meetings and Events Staff Liaison Vetter informed the Commission that at their next meeting on March 14 they will be given an update on the Senior Center and Forestry Program. IX. Adjournment Motion made by Good to adjourn the Feb. 14, 2023 meeting at 8:15 p.m. Motion seconded by Spanhake. Meeting adjourned. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: V.A. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Other From:Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:Welcome new members to the Parks and Recreation Commission Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Welcome newly appointed members to the P arks and Recreation Commission. INTRODUCTION: On Tuesday, February 21, 2023, the Edina City Council appointed Joseph Luangrath and Greg Ytterbo. Welcome to the commission and for your commitment to volunteering in this role. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: VII.A. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director-Recreation & Facilities Item Activity: Subject:Senior Center Update Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None, informational only. INTRODUCTION: Recreation Supervisor, Nicole Gorman, will provide an update on Senior Center programs and activities. ATTACHMENTS: Description Senior Center Presentation 2023 Times Newsletter January 2023 Edina Senior Center Parks & Recreation Commission Presentation Nicole Gorman –Recreation Supervisor January 10, 2023 Edina Senior Center •Nine programmable spaces, one shuffleboard table, one aquarium •Five staff members (1 FT, 4 PT) •≈ 18,000 sq. ft. of indoor space •Condo Association Member in Partnership with Hennepin County and the Edina Library EdinaMN.gov 2 2022 Center Facts •Celebrated 20th year at Grandview Square location •190 educational programs offered •41 fitness classes •20 ongoing activities/social groups •15-day trips offered •Four health services offered •Eliminated membership dues to make the Center more accessible and equitable for all. EdinaMN.gov 3 Most Popular Programs •ACBL Bridge Games •Day Trips •Edina Singing Seniors Choir •Educational/History Offerings •Fitness Offerings •Single Mingle Club EdinaMN.gov 4 Facility Use •Senior Center programming held Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. •Parks and Recreation programming held Monday-Thursday evenings; Saturday mornings including: ❖~ Music Together ❖~ Mini Movers Dance ❖~ Go Gymnastics ❖~ Kidcreate •Edina Art Center satellite classes EdinaMN.gov 5 Facility Rentals •Ongoing rentals: •~ ACBL Bridge Evening Game •~ Acting Class •~ Grace Bible Church •~ Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphony •2022 rental revenue ≈ $32,000 EdinaMN.gov 6 Looking Forward into 2023 •New Programs ~AARP DriveTek Program ~ Free Tech Help through Senior Community Services ~ Jigsaw Puzzle Competition ~ Lunch & Learn Educational Series ~ Partnership programs with other City Departments (PD, Engineering, and Community Health) ~Senior Center Open House Event ~ The Great Edina Bake Off ~ What’s in Your Attic? EdinaMN.gov 7 Beat the Winter Blues Let’s get together and explore ways to help us through the dark, cold months of the year. We will discuss strategies and ideas for mid-winter pick-me-ups and enjoy a treat. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 19; 1 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 17, or before full THE TIMESTHE TIMES Member Newsletter from the City of Edina | Volume 10, Issue 1 January 2023 CALENDAR PAGE 9 CLASSES PAGE 10 IN THIS ISSUE PROGRAMS PAGE 4 Shuffleboard Table Lessons Come learn the game of shuffleboard with Senior Center staff. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 12, or Thursday, Jan. 26; 10 a.m.Location: Lobby Indoor Nordic Pole Walking Beat the winter blues and change up your walking routine and learn about Nordic poles. Participants will be introduced to basic techniques of walking with poles. Nordic walking poles will be provided for use during class. Instructor: Donna Tilsner. Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 17; 10 a.m.Cost: $5Location: Southdale Center, meet at the food courtRegisterBy: Jan. 13, or before full The Great Edina Bake Off On your mark. Get set. BAKE! Welcome to the ultimate baking battle where passionate amateur bakers compete to be crowned Edina's Best Amateur Baker. Enter as an individual or as a family team. Contestants will make their way through three themed at-home challenges. The contest culminates on Valentine's Day with in-person judging. Get your aprons ready and join your community for some fun! This offering is brought to you through a partnership with Edina Community Education. Date/Time: At-Home Challenges (on your own): Tuesdays Jan. 17-Feb. 7 In-Person Event: Tuesday, Feb. 14; 6-8 p.m.Cost: $25/TeamLocation: Edina Community Center, Room 348, 5701 Normandale RoadRegisterBy: Jan. 13, or before full 2 Staff Bill Bresin, Guest Services Angie Fern, Program Coordinator Nicole Gorman, Recreation Supervisor Phyllis Gwiazdon, Facility Coordinator Joe Voltaggio, Guest Services The Edina Senior Center provides recreational, educational, health and wellness, trips, special events and ongoing activities for those 55 and older. The Center offers something for everyone! Office Volunteers Karen WinklemannNoreen DeckerCeil Smith Advertising To advertise in The Times, contact Alice Tank, 612-308-6982. Registration Register online or call 952-833-9570. 5280 Grandview Square, Suite 101 Edina, MN 55436 952-833-9570 • EdinaSeniorCenter.com Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Welcome to 2023! How are you faring this winter so far? It’s a great time for a self-check-in to be aware of those things that can creep up without notice. The winters get long if you are not an outdoor enthusiast, so it’s a good time to find some things to help make it more enjoyable. This month, the Senior Center is focusing on “Beating the Winter Blues.” Check out our newsletter for some great ideas! It’s also a great time for humor, which releases endorphins that help us feel happier, experience less pain and have better ability to cope with stress. Here are some funnies to get you started. You can also find comedy on cable or YouTube to keep the laughter going. • What if the hokey pokey is what it’s all about? • Humans are 80% water. We are cucumbers with complicated emotions. • Where do you take someone who was injured in a Peek-A Boo accident? To the ICU. • One minute you feel young. The next minute you are turning down your car stereo to see better. • Day 12 without chocolate. I lost my hearing in my left eye. Enjoy your January. We hope to see you in the New Year! Angie ANGIE'S ADVENTURES How to Register for ProgramsFor programs in this guide, register online by clicking the Activity Registration button at EdinaSeniorCenter.com or by calling us at 952-833-9570. Register online for Edina Art classes offered at the Edina Senior Center at EdinaParks.com or by calling 952-903-5780. Register for Edina Community Education classes at edina.ce.eleyo.com or by calling 952-848-3952. 3NICOLE’S NICHE Membership As of 2022, the Edina Senior Center no longer has memberships to the facility. The Edina Senior Center welcomes residents and non-residents who are 55 and older to participate in our programs, classes and activities. While some offerings will remain free, there will be programs, events and activities that will require participants to pay a fee. Staff at the front desk have fielded questions about donating to continue to support the Edina Senior Center. If you are interested in donating to the Senior Center, you can do so by donating to the Senior Center Fund through the Edina Community Foundation. Mail a check with “Senior Center Fund” in the subject line to the Edina Community Foundation, 6750 France Ave. S., Suite 220, Edina, MN 55435 or call the Foundation at 952-300-2378. Participant-Led Programs Interested in sharing your skills or knowledge with the Edina Senior Center community? Now is your chance! If you have a special skill or knowledge about an interesting topic and would like to lead a program, please contact Angie at afern@EdinaMN.gov or by calling 952-833-9574. A Year in Review 2022 was a year of change and growth for the Edina Senior Center. The Center finally started seeing pre-pandemic participation levels return in August. Below are a few highlights from the past year: • The Center hired three new staff members. Joe and Bill are our evening/weekend part-time Guest Service Attendants and Angie started as our part-time Program Coordinator in June. • We celebrated our 20th year at the Grandview Square location. • The Center hosted Parks & Recreation programming after hours, including youth dance classes, gymnastics, music and art classes. • Through the generosity of one of our volunteers, Ceil Smith, the Center received a shuffleboard table. Lessons will be offered this month! • The lobby received a few updates with new furniture and artwork. Community Edina Library 5280 Grandview Square www.Hclib.org612-543-6325 HoursSunday: Noon-5 p.m.Monday-Wednesday: Noon-8 p.m.Thursday-Saturday: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. 4 PROGRAMS TED Talk & Discussion TED Talks are short, influential videos from expert speakers on health, education, business, science and creativity. Join us each month for a new topic to watch and then discuss. In January, we will feature “Stroke of Insight” by Jill Bolte Taylor with an open discussion after the video. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 12; 1:30 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Sherwood RoomRegisterBy: Jan. 6, or before full In February, we will feature “How to Practice Emotional First Aid” by Guy Winch with an open discussion after the video. Date/Time: Tuesday, Feb. 14; 1:30 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Sherwood RoomRegisterBy: Feb. 10, or before full Martin Luther King Jr. Day History Program Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was a major force in the American civil rights movement. He organized peaceful protests, spoke inspiring words and earned worldwide recognition as the youngest person to win a Nobel Peace Prize. Presented by Frank Sachs, speaker and historian. Date/Time: Wednesday, Jan. 10; 10-11:15 a.m.Cost: $10Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 10, or before full Cosmetics for Aging Skin Melanie Manion will discuss the three building blocks of a good skin care regime and educate on what certain skin care products can and can’t do. She will also educate on popular skin care procedures that are buzzwords in social media such as micro needling, hydra facials and laser facials. Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 17; 1:30 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 15, or before full Virtual Reality Program We will provide a brief presentation on virtual reality followed by a demonstration. Our “hands-on” demonstration will have two unique experience options. The first option will be challenging balance and the second is challenging reaction time. We plan to have a VR developer with us to gather feedback about the experience. Presented by Stan Swanson, owner of Functional Living. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 19; 10 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 17, or before full Learn to Play Sudoku Join us for a lesson on how to play Sudoku and receive a free Sudoku book. Date/Time: Friday, Jan. 20; 10 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Aquarium RoomRegisterBy: Jan. 18, or before full PROGRAMS 5 Relaxing Chair Massage with Marty Chiropractic Dr. Megan Wall from Marty Chiropractic will offer chair massages! Treat yourself to a complimentary 10-minute chair massage. Appointments are required and space is limited. Date/Time: Monday, Jan. 23; Noon-2 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 19, or before full Tech Office Hours – Digital Navigation Minnesota Care Partners is a social justice-based agency that provides technology assistance services to the community free of charge. Appointments are 30 minutes long and they can assist with such things as setting up a cell phone or email account, internet basics, downloading files, using Zoom and more. They can help on most devices, except Mac computers. Registration is required. Date/Time: Monday, Jan. 23 or 30; Half-hour appointment times between 1:30 and 3:30 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Aquarium RoomRegisterBy: Jan. 20 or 27, or before full The Milkman, the Modern Way: Building a Startup from the Ground Up Join Angie Eggerichs, head of marketing at Buncha, and learn about the evolution of the milkman and how the model of the past influenced the creation of Buncha and its business model today. She’ll take you through the journey of three University of Minnesota students and the trials and triumphs they have faced while building a grocery delivery service right here in Minneapolis. From investors to funding rounds, to app creation and more, she will cover it all. Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 24; 10:30 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 23, or before full Flower Arrangement Class Take a break from winter to enjoy some fresh flowers with Sharon Witt who will share her wisdom from many years of flower arranging. You will learn basics and make an arrangement to take home with you. All materials are provided. Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 24; 1:30 p.m.Cost: $5Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 22, or before full Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia Alzheimer’s disease is not a normal part of aging. Join us to learn about the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available for some symptoms and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 26; 11 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 24, or before full Benefits of Acupuncture The presentation will cover a basic introduction to acupuncture, including what it is and how it affects the body to treat a variety of different conditions. Common conditions that acupuncture can help with will be discussed, as well as other forms of treatment a patient might receive in an acupuncture session. Video demonstrations will be shown. Presented by Acupuncture Health Center. Date/Time: Thursday, Jan. 26; 1:30 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 24, or before full 6 PROGRAMS 10 Warning Signs Alzheimer’s and other dementias cause memory, thinking and behavior problems that interfere with daily living. Join us to learn how to recognize common signs of the disease; how to approach someone about memory concerns; the importance of early detection and benefits of a diagnosis; possible tests and assessments for the diagnostic process and Alzheimer’s Association resources. Presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Date/Time: Tuesday, Feb. 7; 2 p.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Feb. 3, or before full British History Series Instructor Terry Kubista will provide insight into various British history topics. Royal Upstairs/DownstairsVictoria’s diaries and other firsthand accounts reveal the extraordinary food, décor and garden preparations that were undertaken for “The Queen’s Visit.” Date/Time: Wednesday, Jan. 18; 10 a.m.-noonCost: $10Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 17, or before full The ClansWe’ve heard the terms “Jacobite” and “Bonnie Prince Charlie” but who or what were they? What part did they contribute to Scotland’s Heritage? Date/Time: Wednesday, March 15; 10 a.m.-noonCost: $10Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: March 13, or before full Lunch & Learn Series You are invited to join us for a delicious complimentary lunch and hear presentations from dynamic community organizations on a wide variety of topics. Funeral Pre-Planning Seminar Join us for an informational seminar on pre-planning your funeral or cremation with the Cremation Society of Minnesota. Serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area and greater Minnesota for more than 60 years, the Cremation Society of Minnesota is Minnesota’s largest provider of cremation services. With four funeral chapels in the Twin Cities metropolitan area and a fifth in Duluth, the Cremation Society of Minnesota provides options for both burial and cremation services. Each of their five locations has facilities for funeral or memorial services, as well as community rooms for fellowship. During our time together, you will learn how to become a member with the Cremation Society of Minnesota and understand the benefits of membership and pre-payment for future services. Lunch will be served to participants following the seminar. Date/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 31; 11 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Jan. 24, or before full Staying at Home InsteadDiscover ways to make your house more accessible, learn about home maintenance and housekeeping assistance and how to receive home care when you need it. Get all your questions answered by experts. Lunch and presentation provided by Senior Communities Guide. Date/Time: Tuesday, Feb. 7; 11 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Feb. 2, or before full 7PROGRAMS 952-522-4716 952-522-4763 763-452-9412 Hopkins Minnetonka Buffalo CALL TO REQUEST AN INFO PACKET glennseniorliving.com Looking for a Vibrant Faith Based Community? REEL Justice: American Justice in Film View the film on your own, then join Frank Sachs in the classroom to discuss themes, thoughts and the portrayal of justice. Register for each film individually; sessions and films are listed below. Viewing fees are the responsibility of the participant. Details of how the REEL Justice Movie of the Month Club works will be sent out ahead of time. Session 1: 12 Angry Men (1957)Criminal case – Jury deliberations for a first-degree murder trial Date/Time: Tuesday, Feb. 21; 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $20Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: Feb. 1, or before full Session 2: The Verdict (1982)Civil case – Suit for medical malpractice for causing brain death Date/Time: Tuesday, March 21; 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $20Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: March 1, or before full Session 3: A Few Good Men (1992)Military justice – Accidental homicide results in murder trial Date/Time: Tuesday, April 18; 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $20Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: April 3, or before full Session 4: Philadelphia (1993)Civil case – Suit for workplace prejudice during the AIDS epidemic Date/Time: Tuesday, May 16; 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $20Location: Classroom 2RegisterBy: May 1, or before full Trip Registration Policy • Pre-registration is required for all trips. Register online or by calling 952-833-9570.• Payment is due at the time of registration. • NO REFUNDS 10 days prior to the trip unless the spot is resold. Activity Level Scale This scale is an approximate guide of the activity level and physical ability required for a trip. «- Passive ««- Moderate «««- Active 8 Sheldon Theater ‘Bobby Vandell and Colleen Raye’ Activity Level: «Date: Friday, March 24Leave Edinborough Park: 10 a.m.Estimated Return to Edinborough Park: 4:30 p.m.Cost: $92Register By: Feb. 17, or before full Enjoy lunch at the St. James Hotel in Red Wing. Menu includes Tuscan chicken served with Chef’s choice of starch and vegetable, fresh roll, cookie and coffee. Following lunch, head to Sheldon Theater to take in a matinee performance of “Great Country Duets and Hits – Bobby Vandell and Colleen Raye.” Join A Trip! Current Trip Offerings: The Museum of Russian Art & Moscow on the Hill Activity Level: ««Date: Wednesday, Feb. 15Leave Edinborough Park: 9:45 a.m.Estimated Return to Edinborough Park: 2:30 p.m.Cost: $82 Register By: Jan. 17, or before full Take a guided tour of The Museum of Russian Art as it celebrates its 20th year anniversary with a special exhibition showcasing the Museum’s diverse and rich collections. The mission of the museum is to conduct a continuous program of public exhibitions of Russian art while supporting and publishing academic research on Russian painting during the Soviet era. Following the tour, visit the gift shop before heading to lunch. Enjoy a family style meal at Moscow On The Hill. Menu includes Russian garden salad with dill mustard dressing, Moscow fries, Khachapuri-Gergian cheese bread, Pelmeni-meat dumplings, Pushki-traditional honey-chocolate cake and a beverage. TRIPS Photo by Don F. 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Click the "Activity Registration" button at EdinaSeniorCenter.com or call 952-833-9570 to register. 9 January 2023 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 2 3 4 5 6 Center Closed New Year’s Holiday Observed 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 9 a.m. Sheepshead 10 a.m. Gentle Yoga 1 p.m. Pinochle 1 p.m. Ponytail Canasta 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga 11 a.m. Mahjongg Open Play 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 10 a.m. Modern American Canasta 1 p.m. Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 1 p.m. Scrabble 5-9 p.m. MHSRC 4-Hour Driving Course 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9 a.m. Mexican Train Dominoes 9 a.m. Party Bridge 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Podiatrist 11:30 a.m. Poker Noon Mahjongg Open Play 12:45 p.m. ACBL Bridge 9 10 11 12 13 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 10 a.m. Edina Singing Seniors 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 12:45 p.m. 500 1 p.m. T’ai Chi Chuan 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 9 a.m. Sheepshead 10 a.m. Gentle Yoga 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Health Insurance Counseling 1 p.m. Intermediate Bridge Class 1 p.m. Pinochle 1 p.m. Ponytail Canasta 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga 11 a.m. Mahjongg Open Play 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 10 a.m. Modern American Canasta 10 a.m. Shuffleboard Lesson 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 1 p.m. Scrabble 1:30 p.m. TED Talk 5 p.m. AARP Smart Driving 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9 a.m. Mexican Train Dominoes 9 a.m. Party Bridge 11:30 a.m. Poker Noon Mahjongg Open Play 12:45 p.m. ACBL Bridge 1 p.m. Martin Luther King Jr. Day History Program 16 17 18 19 20 Center Closed Martin Luther King Jr. Day 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 9 a.m. Sheepshead 10 a.m. Gentle Yoga 10 a.m. Indoor Nordic Walking* 12:30 p.m. Tuesday Book Club 1 p.m. Intermediate Bridge Class 1 p.m. Pinochle 1 p.m. Ponytail Canasta 1:30 p.m. Cosmetics for Aging Skin 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga 10 a.m. British History: Royal Upstairs/Downstairs 11 a.m. Mahjongg Open Play 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Strength in Balance Class Demo 10 a.m. Modern American Canasta 10 a.m. Mystery Book Club 10 a.m. Virtual Reality 1 p.m. Beat the Winter Blues 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 1 p.m. Scrabble 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9 a.m. Mexican Train Dominoes 9 a.m. Party Bridge 10 a.m. Learn to Play Sudoku 11:30 a.m. Poker Noon Mahjongg Open Play 12:45 p.m. ACBL Bridge 23 24 25 26 27 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 10 a.m. Edina Singing Seniors 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge Noon-2 p.m. Chair Massage Appointments 12:45 p.m. 500 1 p.m. T’ai Chi Chuan 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 9 a.m. Sheepshead 10 a.m. Gentle Yoga 10:30 a.m. The Milkman 1 p.m. Intermediate Bridge Class 1 p.m. Pinochle 1 p.m. Ponytail Canasta 1:30 p.m. Flower Arrangement Class 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9:30 a.m. Hatha Yoga 11 a.m. Mahjongg Open Play 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 10 a.m. Modern American Canasta 10 a.m. Shuffleboard Lesson 11 a.m. Understanding Alzheimer’s & Dementia 1 p.m. Pool Tournament 1 p.m. Scrabble 1:30 p.m. Benefits of Acupuncture 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 9 a.m. Mexican Train Dominoes 9 a.m. Party Bridge 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Podiatrist 11:30 a.m. Poker Noon Mahjongg Open Play 12:45 p.m. ACBL Bridge 30 31 8 a.m. Billiards Open Play 10 a.m. Edina Singing Seniors 11:45 a.m. ACBL Bridge 12:45 p.m. 500 1 p.m. T’ai Chi Chuan 8 a.m. Women’s Pool 9 a.m. Duplicate Bridge 9 a.m. Sheepshead 11 a.m. Lunch & Learn: Funeral Pre-Planning 1 p.m. Intermediate Bridge Class 1 p.m. Pinochle 1 p.m. Ponytail Canasta *Virtual or off-site program CLASSES Intermediate Bridge If you’ve ever wondered what your friends meant when they say they are “off to bridge,” this course will help you understand. Bridge is not like any other card game. It will teach you to pay attention, wake up your mind and build skills you never knew you had. The course teaches how to count a hand and evaluate your chances to successfully make a game. Learn how to communicate with your partner (learn the same language). In addition to bidding successfully, you will learn to play the hand. An additional material cost of $20 will be due to the instructor on the first day of class. Instructor: Tony Ames Date/Time: Tuesdays Jan. 10-Feb. 28; 1-2:30 p.m. Cost: $100Location: Classroom 2 RegisterBy: Jan. 5, or before full 10 www.mtolivethomes.org Mount Olivet Home Enhanced assisted living for seniors with 24/7 on-site nursing guaranteed Mount Olivet Careview Home Transitional care, long term care, memory care 5517 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419 For Information: 612-827-5677 Mount Olivet Day Services Adult day program offered Monday through Friday 5601 Lyndale Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55419 For Information: 612-861-3305 Mount Olivet Careview Home Mount Olivet Day Services EXERCISE CLASSES Gentle Yoga Classes Join us for one of the two class options for Gentle Yoga. Classes offer a series of beginning yoga warm-up exercises and poses, along with easy meditation and relaxation practices that reduce tension and stress. Bring a mat. Instructor: Wendy AndersonLocation: Grandview Room Option1: Half-Class – Gentle Standing and Chair Yoga (No floor exercises)Date/Time: Tuesdays Jan. 3-24 & March 14-28 (No class Jan. 31-March 7); 10-10:45 a.m.Cost: $63 Option2: Full Class – Gentle Yoga (Includes floor exercises)Date/Time: Tuesdays Jan. 3-24 & March 14-28 (No class Jan. 31-March 7); 10-11:15 a.m.Cost: $84 Hatha Yoga for Life Beginners are welcome. Practice a wide variety of warmups and poses, improving flexibility, strength, balance, range of motion and reducing stress. Work at your own level in this supportive class. This is a relaxed style, appropriate for most. Bring a mat. Instructor: Wendy Anderson Date/Time: Wednesdays Jan. 4-25 & March 8-29 (No class Feb. 1-March 1); 9:30 - 10:55 a.m. Cost: $112Location: Grandview Room The ABCs of T’ai Chi Chuan Together we’ll practice a gentle yet effective head-to-toe warm-up; simple Qigong exercises to stimulate the flow of energy; a restorative meditation done standing or sitting; and a slow-moving sequence of classical postures that promote balance, ease of movement, circulation and strength. Instructor: Spencer Chandler Date/Time: Mondays, Jan. 9, 23 & 30; 1-2 p.m. Cost: $15/session or drop-in rate of $5 per classLocation: Grandview Room Strength in Balance Class This class is comprised of low-intensity workouts designed to help improve stability and flexibility and create a strong core to increase balance ability. The class uses weights, resistance bands and a variety of strength exercises. This class aims at improving stability and creating better posture. Instructor: Tracy Mindiola Class DemoDate/Time: Thursday, Jan. 19; 9 a.m. Cost: $5Location: Grandview Room Session 1Date/Time: Thursdays Feb. 2-23; 9 a.m. Cost: $36/sessionLocation: Grandview Room Functional Fitness This chair class will get you moving with a variety of fun and effective movements. We will focus on balance, alignment, strength, flexibility and some good stretching of your body. Some movements will directly target the joints to keep them limber and loose! In addition, participants will learn purposeful breathing to promote mind-body connection and calmness. There will be occasional use of light hand weights, balls, bands and blocks. You will not need to get down to the floor in this class! Please wear comfortable clothes and bring water! Instructor: Susan Schrader Class DemoDate/Time: Tuesday, Jan. 17; 2 p.m. Cost: $9Location: Grandview Room Date/Time: Tuesdays Jan. 31-Feb. 28; 2-2:45 p.m. Cost: $45 or drop-in rate of $9 per classLocation: Grandview RoomRegisterBy: Jan. 26, or before full 11 ONGOING ACTIVITIES Social Groups/Games Mahjongg Open Play The Senior Center has limited Mahjongg sets available. Please bring a set from home if you have one. Wednesdays; 11 a.m.-3 p.m.Fridays; Noon-3 p.m. Sherwood Room Mexican Train Dominoes Fridays; 9-11:30 a.m., Classroom 2 Scrabble Thursdays; 1-3 p.m., Classroom 4 Backgammon Interest There are a few people interested in playing Backgammon at the Senior Center. If you are interested in starting a Backgammon group, please contact Angie or Nicole or email seniorcenter@EdinaMN.gov. Edina Poetry Club The Edina Poetry Club will feature poets Anne Piper and Tim Nolan in February. Piper lives in St. Paul where one of her poems is stamped into sidewalks. She has master’s degrees from Hamline University and St. Mary's University. She provides quality improvement services for homes of people who have disabilities. Her poems have appeared in Water~Stone, Poetry East, Black Warrior Review, Sleet, The New York Quarterly and other journals. Nolan is an attorney in private practice in Minneapolis. His poems have appeared in poetry journals, including The Gettysburg Review, The Nation, Ploughshares and The Writer's Almanac. His three collections — The Sound of It, And Then, and The Field — have been published by New Rivers Press. He is the host of the series Readings by Writers at the University Club in St. Paul. Date/Time: Wednesday, Feb. 8; 10 a.m.Cost: FreeLocation: Classroom 2 Edina Singing Seniors The Edina Singing Seniors is a group of 45 seniors sharing a common love of music and the desire to share music with others. This group rehearses at the Edina Senior Center 10 a.m. Mondays. Visit edinasingingseniors.com for updates and more information. Rooms subject to change depending on facility programming needs. Card Groups ACBL Bridge Mondays; 11:45 a.m., Classrooms 3 & 4Fridays; 12:45 p.m., Classrooms 3 & 4 Tony Ames, 952-200-3871 Wednesdays; 11:45 a.m., Classroom 3 & 4Scott Smith, 612-845-8090 500 Mondays; 12:45 p.m., Sherwood Room Chat Bridge Tuesdays; 12:15-3 p.m., Classroom 3 Duplicate Bridge Tuesdays; 9 a.m., Classroom 3 Party Bridge Fridays; 9 a.m.-noon, Classroom 3 Pinochle *More players needed Tuesdays; 1-3 p.m., Classroom 4 Modern American Canasta Thursdays; 10 a.m.-noon, Sherwood Room Ponytail Canasta *More players needed! Tuesdays; 1-4 p.m., Sherwood Room Poker Fridays; 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Fireside Room Sheepshead Tuesdays; 9-11 a.m., Fireside Room Pool Room Open Play: Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays; 8-11 a.m. Tournament Play: Tuesdays and Thursdays; 1-4 p.m. Women’s Pool: Tuesdays and Thursdays; 8-11 a.m. 12 Book Clubs Registration is required for Book Club participation. Call 952-833-9570 to reserve your spot. Tuesday Book Club Date/Time: Third Tuesday of the month; 12:30 p.m.Cost: FreeContact: Sue Olafson, 952-926-0472 13ONGOING ACTIVITIES JANUARY My Sister’s Grave by Robert Dugoni FEBRUARY Eight Perfect Murders by Peter Swanson MARCH Coffin Road by Peter May JANUARY Trust by Hernan Diaz FEBRUARY Dragon’s Teeth by Upton Sinclair MARCH The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah Health Services Podiatrist Dr. Richard Picha and his son, Patrick, will offer foot care appointments Fridays Jan. 6 and 27. Appointments are required and will run every 20 minutes from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Call 952-833-9570 to schedule an appointment. Fee is $23. Caregiver Support Group Caregiver Support Group meets the first Thursday of the month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Social Worker Social Worker Krystal Wiebusch is available for pre-scheduled phone, Zoom or FaceTime appointments every Thursday. Contact Krystal directly to schedule an appointment by calling 952-767-7899 or sending an email to k.wiebusch@seniorcommunity.org. Krystal is a great resource to seniors facing personal challenges or to a person of any age caring for a friend or relative with physical or cognitive decline. In-person meetings will be considered on a case-by-case basis to ensure safety. Senior LinkAge Line Health Insurance Counseling Appointments In-person health insurance counseling for Medicare Open Enrollment will be offered the second Tuesday of every month with appointment times at 11:30 a.m., 12:45 p.m. and 2 p.m. Senior LinkAge Line also offers one-on-one appointments to help older adults navigate the often-complex process of enrolling in Medicare or supplemental health insurance policies. Currently, Senior LinkAge Line offers health insurance counseling phone appointments. You can schedule your own Medicare health insurance counseling appointment at trellisconnects.org/get-help/medicare/. Select a date and time that work best for you and be sure to bring your questions! Single Mingle Club Happy HoursPlease contact Marilyn Zimmerman at 952-855-3465 or to receive information on Single Mingle Happy Hours. Walks10 a.m. Fridays Meet at Braemar Arena, 7501 Ikola Way. Walk indoors with lunch to follow at TJ’s, 7100 Amundson Ave. (approximately 10:45-11 a.m.) Please contact Colleen DeVries at cmd@mninter.net to be added to her contact list for walks. DancesSchedule will be announced at Single Mingle Happy Hours. SINGLEMINGLECLUB THE ADVENTURES OF THE Mystery Book Club Date/Time: Third Thursday of the month; 10 a.m.Cost: FreeContact: Sandra McCalvy, 952-922-8991 14 The Home Stretch (Replacing Tai Chi at Home class) Instructor Spencer Chandler offers an easy-to-follow “home stretch” session, drawing from the principles of Tai chi and Alexander Technique, with an emphasis on restoration, ease of movement and balance. A gentle rhythm of stretching, breathing, Qigong and basic Tai chi for self-cultivation can be a part of your daily routine. No prior knowledge, skill or equipment are required to participate. Please note the new day and time! Once registered, you will be emailed the link to join the online class. Date/Time: Mondays; 9:05-10 a.m.Cost: Free VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES TO DO AT HOME Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give yourself years of musical enjoyment. Learn to play piano the way professionals do: using chords. Since this class is being held online via Zoom, you will be able to sit at your piano or keyboard at home and take this course with no pressure. This course includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. An optional periodic online question-and-answer session is also included. A recording of the class is included, too. The course is part lecture/demonstration and part hands-on instruction. Date/Time: Monday, Feb. 13; 6:30-9:30 p.m.Cost: $59RegisterBy: Feb. 9, or before full Instant Guitar for Hopelessly Busy People Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar, but simply find it difficult to find the time? In just a few hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give yourself years of musical enjoyment – and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it! This crash course will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Since this class is being held online via Zoom, you will be able to sit at home with your guitar and take this class without any pressure. This class includes an online book and online follow-up video lessons, so you will be able to continue your practice and study on your own. A recording of the class and an optional periodic online question-and-answer session is included, too. Class is limited to 15 students. Topics include: • How chords work in a song • How to form the three main types of chords • How to tune your guitar • Basic strumming patterns • How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) • How to play along with simple tunes Date/Time: Wednesday, Feb. 15; 6:30-9 p.m.Cost: $59RegisterBy: Feb. 10, or before full www.SeniorResources.Guide Easy Way to Search for Home, Health & other Services • Home Maintenance • Home Health Care • Moving & Clean-out • Insurance & Medicare • Legal & Financial • Real Estate • Accessible Living • Legacy & More We are committed to providing seniors with qualified businesses. Looking for a new community? Search www.SeniorCommunities.Guide 15GREAT DECISIONS The following Great Decisions programs are brought to the community through a partnership with the Edina Library and Edina Community Education. The Friends of the Edina Library and Global Minnesota have graciously co-sponsored these programs. Register at edina.ce.eleyo.com or by calling 952-848-3952. These classes are held at the Edina Community Center, Room 348, 5701 Normandale Road. 2022 in Review Our guest will give a wrap-up of the 2022 Great Decisions topics. Date/Time: Monday, Jan. 23; 4-5:30 p.m.Cost: Free; registration required Energy Geopolitics Access to oil and gas has long held an influence over the politics of individual nations and their relations with others. But as more countries move toward sustainable energy and supply chain shortages affect the availability of oil and gas, how will this change the way in which the United States interacts with the outside world? Date/Time: Monday, Feb. 27; 4-5:30 p.m.Cost: Free; registration required War Crimes Russia's invasion of Ukraine has resulted in widespread charges of war crimes and calls for justice. But what exactly are war crimes? Opinions of what constitutes a war crime have evolved, as have ways to identify and punish the perpetrators. How will the war crimes committed in Ukraine be dealt with? Date/Time: Monday, March 27; 4-5:30 p.m.Cost: Free; registration required China and the United States For the past 10 years, the United States and China have been locked in a competition for global influence. One major point of contention is the status of Taiwanese sovereignty, which has become even more relevant recently with the possibility that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine may prompt China to take similar action regarding Taiwan. How will the United States engage a China that is increasingly seeking to expand its sphere of influence? Date/Time: Monday, April 24; 4-5:30 p.m.Cost: Free; registration required Economic Warfare Waging economic warfare consists of a variety of measures from implementing sanctions to fomenting labor strikes. Such tools are utilized by states to hinder their enemies, and have been used as far back as the early 19th century in the United States. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, economic warfare has been the main means for the West to challenge Russia. How effective will these sanctions be at convincing Russia to cease its war? Date/Time: Monday, May 22; 4-5:30 p.m.Cost: Free; registration required PRSORT STDU.S. POSTAGEPAIDHopkins, MNPermit No. 376 5280 Grandview Square Suite 101 Edina, MN 55436 OR CURRENT RESIDENT DRIVING Defensive Driving Class Offerings AARP Smart Driving Class This class, taught by certified AARP instructors, uses a workbook, lecture, discussion and videos; there is no test. Upon completion, you will receive a certificate. 4-Hour Refresher Course: Date/Time: Thursday Jan. 12 or Feb. 9; 5-9 p.m.Cost: $24 AARP members; $29 non-AARP members MHSRC Driving Classes Taught by Minnesota Highway Safety & Research Center, the class will explore the latest in vehicle technology, changes in laws and review defensive driving principles. Minnesota state law allows a 10 percent reduction on auto insurance premiums each year for three years to individuals completing the course. To register, visit the Minnesota Highway Safety Center website at www.mnsafetycenter.org or call 1-888-234-1294. The instructor will collect fees during class. The 8-hour class fee is $28; the 4-hour class fee is $24. 4-Hour Refresher Course This class is for those who have taken the 8-hour course and whose eligibility for a three-year auto insurance discount is expiring. • Thursday, Jan. 5; 5-9 p.m. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: VII.B. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director-Recreation & Facilities Item Activity: Subject:Outdoor Ice Rink Season Recap & Preview of Summer Sports Programming Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None, informational only. INTRODUCTION: Recreation Supervisor, Casey Hagert, will provide a recap of the 2022/2023 winter outdoor ice rink/warming house season and also provide a preview of summer sports programming. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: VII.C. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Other From:Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:Community Forestry Update Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None, informational only. INTRODUCTION: City Forester, Luther Overholt, will provide an update on forestry programs and activities. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: VII.D. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Perry Vetter, Parks and Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:2023 Commission Work Plan Discussion CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Discuss and provide updates to the 2023 Commission Work Plan. Ensure all commissioners have an opportunity to participate on an initiative. INTRODUCTION: Attached is the 2023 Work Plan for the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioners should note the new format of the approved work plan document. This is part of an effort to post all commission and city council work plans and related progress publicly. That publishing should be live at the end of the first quarter of 2023. Please discuss and ensure adequate commissioner assignments per initiative. Up to four regular commissioners and unlimited student commissioners can be assigned per initiative. ATTACHMENTS: Description Commission 2023 Work Plan Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: IX.A. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Other From:Perry Vetter, Parks and Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:Informational Items Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None, informational only. INTRODUCTION: Attached are informational items covering Parks and Recreation activities. ATTACHMENTS: Description Informational Items - March 2023 March 14, 2023 Park and Recreation Commission Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Informational Items Information / Background: Aquatic Center • Season passes are now available for purchase online and the Early Bird discount rate is in effect through April 30. The Aquatic Center season is scheduled to run June 8-Aug. 20. Braemar Arena/Braemar Field • Braemar Arena has received some recent press regarding the Zamboni driver shortage. The Star Tribune ran an article on Feb. 1. WCCO followed up with several morning show segments on Feb. 7. KARE 11 is planning to run a story soon about what it is like to drive a Zamboni. WCCO filmed at Braemar on Wednesday, Feb. 15 to do a couple of live segments on our skate school and learning how to skate. Finally, the Jason Show filmed a Zamboni segment Feb. 23 to be aired later. From this coverage the arena was able to hire about eight new drivers who are in the process of getting trained. • Braemar Field Sports Dome is scheduled to be taken down on Friday, May 5 for the season. In case of inclement weather, the back-up takedown date is Saturday, May 6. Centennial Lakes Park • The skating season has ended at Centennial Lakes Park. Revenue increased 9% for the 2022-2023 season. A comparison of the last two seasons is below. 2022-2023 2021-2022 Skate Rentals $ 14,564 $ 13,444 Total Revenue $121,688 $111,741 Days Open 44 61 Avg. Revenue/Day $ 2,765 $ 1,831 Concession Revenue $ 17,205 $ 13,644 STAFF REPORT Page 2 Edina Art Center • The Parks & Recreation Department has received a New Initiative Grant from the Minnesota Recreation and Parks Foundation to spearhead a new program called Art to Go! Toolboxes. Staff will use grant funding to purchase and outfit three large utility toolboxes for use at facilities throughout the city to expand art offerings and offer pop up classes in different locations. Residential Tree Sale • An inaugural tree sale has been approved by the City Council. In partnership with Tree Trust, residents can purchase a 4-to-8-foot tree for just $50. A variety of species are available to fit your yard and space. Only 200 trees are available for this inaugural year. Ordering will begin at noon on Monday, March 13. For more information go to bit.ly/EdinaTreeSale2023 Parks and Recreation • Resident registration opened for 2023 Spring-Summer programming at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 15. In the first hour 74 programs already met 100% capacity. A total of 3,379 registrations were taken within the first 24 hours. Non-resident registration opened on Wednesday, Feb. 22. • Staff recently completed final interviews for the summer intern position and hope to have someone onboard by early/mid-May. Summer Hiring Campaign • Staff is working in partnership with Human Resources and Communications Department to create a new branding initiative for our upcoming summer hiring. The new branding includes video, printed materials and social media posts. In addition, staff will be utilizing a list of new avenues to try and reach potential hires. Some positions will also continue with the successful hiring and commitment incentives which were utilized last year. Yorktown Park Community Gardens • Registration for the 2023 season has closed and all of the plots are sold out. Weather dependent, the 2023 gardening season will start Saturday, May 6. Date: March 14, 2023 Agenda Item #: IX.B. To:Parks and Recreation Commission Item Type: Other From:Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Activity: Subject:Upcoming Meetings and Events Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None, informational only. INTRODUCTION: Attached are the upcoming meetings and events for 2023. ATTACHMENTS: Description Upcoming Meetings and Events March. 14, 2023 Park and Recreation Commission Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Upcoming 2023 Meetings and Events Date 2023 Regular Meetings Time Location* Tues. April 11 Regular Meeting • Review & comment Strachauer Park master plan 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. May 9 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. May 16 Joint City Council and PARC Work Session • Updates on 2023 Work Plan 5:30 pm City Hall Tues. June 13 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. July 11 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. Aug. 8 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. Sept. 12 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. Oct. 3 City Council Work Session • Chair presentation of 2024 Work Plan 5:30 pm City Hall Community Room Tues. Oct. 10 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Mon. Nov. 13** Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Tues. Dec. 12 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course Date 2023 Events Time Location June 19 Juneteenth Celebration Centennial Lakes Sept. 9 & 10 Fall into the Arts Festival Centennial Lakes * Regular Commission meetings will be held in the Hoyt and Blanchard Room, lower level of Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive, Edina. ** Date Adjustments – In accordance with the 2023 Observed City Calendar.