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Meeting location:
Braemar Golf Course
6364 John Harris Dr.
Edina, MN
Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
7:00 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
4.1. Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Oct. 8, 2024
5. Special Recognitions and Presentations
6. Community Comment
During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share
issues or concerns that are not scheduled for a future public hearing. Items that are on
tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. 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. 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 staff for consideration at a future meeting.
7. Reports/Recommendations
7.1. Braemar Golf Operations Update
7.2. Proposed Parks & Recreation Fees for 2025
7.3. Discuss Special Project Request Process
7.4. Mid-year Officer Election
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8. Chair and Member Comments
9. Staff Comments
9.1. Upcoming 2024 and 2025 Meetings & Events
10. Adjournment
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ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Action
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 4.1
Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation
Director
Item Type: Minutes Department: Parks & Recreation
Item Title: Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission Oct. 8, 2024
Action Requested:
Approve minutes from the Oct. 8, 2024 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting.
Information/Background:
See attached minutes.
Supporting Documentation:
1. PARC Minutes 10-08-2024
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date: XX/XX/2024
Minutes
City of Edina, Minnesota
Edina Parks & Recreation Commission
Braemar Golf Course
October 8, 2024
7 p.m.
1. Call to Order
Vice-Chair Pfuhl called the meeting to order at 7 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Answering roll call were Commissioners Kane, Luangrath, Pettit, Pfuhl, Spanhake, Weaver, Welsh
and Student Commissioner Syed
Commissioners Absent: Doscotch, Garazatua, and Student Commissioner Ellertson
Staff Present: Staff Liaison Perry Vetter, Assistant Director Recreation & Facilities Tracy Petersen,
General Manager Centennial Lakes Park Tiffany Bushland and Administrative Coordinator Janet
Canton
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion made by Weaver to approve the meeting agenda. Motion seconded by Spanhake.
Motion carried.
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Motion made by Pettit to approve the Sept. 10, 2024, minutes. Motion seconded by Kane.
Motion carried.
5. Special Recognitions and Presentations
5.1 Welcome New Student Commissioners
Staff Liaison Vetter introduced new Student Commissioner Sulayman Syed. The Commissioners
introduced themselves.
6. Community Comment
None
7. Reports/Recommendations
7.1 Centennial Lakes Park Update
Assistant Director Petersen introduced General Manager of Centennial Lakes Park Tiffany
Bushland. General Manager Bushland stated that Centennial Lakes Park is a 24-acre park that is
used every season, but summer is the busiest time. The park receives a lot of resident and
regional usage.
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General Manager Bushland gave a brief history of Centennial Lakes Park and stated that over the
past year, 410,000 people visited the park. The average stay for each visitor is 88 minutes. The
busiest day in 2024 hosted 8,000 visitors.
General Manager Bushland stated that Centennial Lake is a stormwater pond with 23 different
inlets for stormwater. The DNR stocks the lake with fish, and a free fishing clinic is offered at
different times during the summer. The park boasts 125 pots with annual plants throughout. For
Arbor Day, 102 trees were planted this year. During the summer, the park hosts approximately
five concerts per week that are free to the public. There is a $35,000 budget that makes this
possible. This past year, there were 150 applications submitted for the 85 concert slots available.
General Manager Bushland stated that there is a boat parade on the lake, and the park hosts a
farmers’ market. There is an 18-hole putting course where 490 rounds were played on July 6,
2024. For the season, there were 6,275 paddle boat trips taken in the park. Glow golf was an
added activity, and lawn bowling is always a hit. Additional revenue comes in through the rental
of the pavilion and the amphitheater, but the numbers have not yet returned to the pre-pandemic
rate. Usually, in the winter, ice skating is offered. Last winter, the ice-skating season lasted only
ten days.
General Manager Bushland stated that Centennial Lake Park has a $1,600,000 budget, revenues
are the fee-based activities, association fees, and Edina Liquor contributions. Expenses are mainly
staffing, maintenance, and supplies. This past year, there were a lot of irrigation repairs made in
the park. There were also some concrete repairs made. A bathroom interior face-lift was also
made. Engineering is currently working on a pond. Some signage upgrades are in process.
General Manager Bushland stated that there are five full-time staff members. There are two part-
time staff members who work year-round. Depending on the time of year, the park employs
anywhere from 5 to 50 part-time staff members. In the year 2028, the association fees are
expected to cease, leaving a $450,000 deficit in funding for the park. Adapting to the weather was
noted as the biggest challenge.
7.2 2024 Commission Work Plan Update
Staff Liaison Vetter gave the following updates:
Initiative 1.6.1 – Review and comment on Fred Richards Implementation. Staff Liaison
Vetter indicated that the 30% Design Review with the Parks & Recreation Commission and the
City Council has been completed. Based on feedback, the project is moving forward. He noted,
the wetland banking put the schedule behind and also noted the food and beverage operation are
the next step forward.
Initiative 1.6.2 – Review and comment on Braemar Park Implementation. Staff Liaison
Vetter stated that it is time for the Parks & Recreation Commission to have a tour. Work is still
progressing in the athletic area and the trail system is open.
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Initiative 1.6.3 – Review and comment on Braemar Arena Implementation. Staff Liaison
Vetter stated that a kick-off meeting with all the architects was held last week. Planning will
commence in earnest on this project.
Initiative 1.6.4 – Community Garden Study and Report. No update given.
Initiative 1.6.5 – Review and compare park shelter building amenities and function. Staff
Liaison Vetter stated that there is a holding pattern while waiting for professional services to
come through. Commissioner Luangrath explained to the Commission that he took the initial
park matrix, listed the amenities and the dates that the amenities were constructed, then he went
through the public comments made through Google and discovered some interesting facts. For
instance, people genuinely appreciate the water fountains, the cleanliness of the restrooms, and
the level of maintenance in the Edina Parks System.
8. Chair and Member Comments
8.1 Draft 2025 Work Plan Presentations
Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that she presented the draft to the City Council. The Mayor asked where
the Parks & Recreation Commission is at with the Fred Richards Park Project.
Initiative 1 – Review and comment on Braemar Arena Implementation.
Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that this is a continuation, and the City Council had no concern about the
Parks & Recreation Commission continuing forward.
Initiative 2 – Review and compare park shelter building amenities and function.
Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that this is a continuation, and the City Council had no concern about the
Parks & Recreation Commission continuing forward.
Initiative 3 – Review 2016 Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan content, identify key study
areas to include in upcoming 2026 update for topics, research and potential data
collection.
Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that there seemed to be positive nods from the City Council regarding
the desire of the Parks & Recreation Commission to pursue this endeavor. City Council seemed
to be pleased with the proactive nature of this initiative.
Initiative 4 – Research and if feasible, develop action plan or further research of no more
than two Alternative Funding Strategies (2023 Work Plan Item) to progress that initiative.
Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that the City Council seemed pleased with the proactive nature of this
initiative.
Initiative 5 – Review Climate Action Plan priorities and conduct research on external park
agencies that are implementing projects that would be beneficial to the Edina Park
system.
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Vice-Chair Pfuhl stated that there was some conversation and some feedback regarding some of
the objectives from the City Council. There was discussion regarding the differences between
regular turf, artificial turf, and ground cover and how each fare with water consumption.
Staff Liaison Vetter stated over the last year, Edina has been a member of the City Park Alliance,
which does a lot of work with non-profit entities. At the end of the month, the City Park Alliance
will be conducting a virtual workshop. Edina is registered because some of the staff wish to
attend. The viewing will be hosted at City Hall on Oct. 23, 2024, from 1-4 p.m. The topic is
Building an Effective City-Wide Nonprofit.
The City Council will approve the Work Plans for all nine Commissions in December, and the
Parks & Recreation Commission will be notified at their January meeting of approval.
9. Staff Comments
9.1 Upcoming Meetings and Events
Staff Liaison Vetter gave the following updates:
The next Parks & Recreation Commission meeting will be Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2024.
10. Adjournment
Motion made by Spanhake to adjourn the Oct. 8, 2024, meeting at 7:49 p.m. Motion
seconded by Kane. Meeting adjourned.
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Information
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 7.1
Prepared By: Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director Parks
& Recreation
Item Type: Other Department: Parks & Recreation
Item Title: Braemar Golf Operations Update
Action Requested:
None, informational only.
Information/Background:
Braemar Golf Course General Manager, Joe Abood, will provide a recap of the 2024 golf
course season.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Braemar Golf Operations Update
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The CITY ofEDINA
Braemar Golf Update
November 13, 2024
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The CITY ofEDINAGolf Operations History
•November 2013 – Golf Dome re-opens after reconstruction.
•March 2014 – City Council approves Six-Step-Plan for golf operations.
•June 2014 - Braemar Golf Course Master Plan Task Force is formed.
•October 2014 – Consolidated golf operations at Braemar Park.
•April 2015 – Outsourced Food & Beverage concession.
•June 2015 – City Council approves Braemar Golf Course Master Plan.
•August 2016 – Driving Range and Academy 9 re-open after renovation.
•January 2018 - City Council approves Braemar Park Master Plan.
•May 2019 – Championship 18 re-opens after renovation.
•November 2019 – Toptracer Range Technology added to golf dome.
•August 2023 - City Council approves Braemar Golf Course & Golf Dome studies.
•November 2024 – Year-to-date results.
www.EdinaMN.gov 2Page 10 of 48
The CITY ofEDINA2024 Total Rounds
www.EdinaMN.gov 3
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
0
10,000
20,000
30,000
40,000
50,000
60,000
70,000
80,000
90,000
Total Rounds
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The CITY ofEDINA2024 Green Fee Revenue
www.EdinaMN.gov 4
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
Total Greens Fee Revenue
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The CITY ofEDINA2024 Driving Range Revenue
YTD
www.EdinaMN.gov 5
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
$0
$100,000
$200,000
$300,000
$400,000
$500,000
$600,000
$700,000
Driving Range Revenue
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The CITY ofEDINA2024 Merchandise Revenue
YTD
www.EdinaMN.gov 6
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
$0
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
$400,000
$450,000
Total Merchandise Revenue
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The CITY ofEDINA2024 Dome Revenue YTD
www.EdinaMN.gov 7
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
$0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
Total Dome Revenue
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The CITY ofEDINA2024 Total Revenue
www.EdinaMN.gov 8
2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014
$0
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
Total Revenue
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The CITY ofEDINAEvents Hosted in 2024
•Minnesota PGA Section Championship
•Minnesota PGA Junior Golf Mini-Tour (2 Events)
•Dynamic Drips Pro-Am
•Drive, Chip and Putt Sub-Regional Qualifier
•St. Catherines University Invitational
•Lake Conference Tournament
•Holy Family Girls Invitational
•Metro West Conference Championship
•MIAC Championship
•Two Special Olympics teams as well as the City’s Adaptive Program
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The CITY ofEDINAEvents Hosted in 2024
(Internal)•Braemar Golf Course Club Championship – 147 Participants
•Men’s, Women’s, Juniors, BMC & BWC
•Braemar Junior Academy 9 Club Championship - 59 Participants
•4th of July Event - 128 Participants
•Superintendents Revenge - 132 Participants
•Friday Couples Events (5) - 362 Participants
•Winter Floating Dome League - 440 Participants
•Fall Floating Dome League - 420 Participants
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The CITY ofEDINAInstruction Program
•Largest Instruction program in the Twin Cities with over 2,400
participants
•Ages 2 to 83
•261 different classes in 2024
•30 Women’s only classes
•Over 3,000 private lessons given by Professional Staff in 2024
•Largest PGA Junior League in Minnesota
•115 Juniors
www.EdinaMN.gov 11Page 19 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Rounds
Played
www.EdinaMN.gov 12Page 20 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Player’s Club
www.EdinaMN.gov 13Page 21 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Age
Category
www.EdinaMN.gov 14Page 22 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Gender
www.EdinaMN.gov 15Page 23 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Residency
www.EdinaMN.gov 16Page 24 of 48
The CITY ofEDINASurvey Results -2024 Time of Play
www.EdinaMN.gov 17Page 25 of 48
The CITY ofEDINAConsolidated Survey Results -
2021-24
www.EdinaMN.gov 18Page 26 of 48
The CITY ofEDINANew for 2025
www.EdinaMN.gov 19
•New permanent restroom on front 9 of golf course. (Hole #6)
•Hosting the Minnesota Golf Associations (MGA) inaugural
Minnesota Adaptive Open
•Four new Tempo Walks will be added
•New Toro Sprayer
•Hosting 2025 Women’s MIAC Championship
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The CITY ofEDINAQuestions
www.EdinaMN.gov 20Page 28 of 48
BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Action
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 7.2
Prepared By: Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director Parks
& Recreation
Item Type: Report & Recommendation Department: Parks & Recreation
Item Title: Proposed Parks & Recreation Fees for 2025
Action Requested:
Annually the Parks & Recreation Commission is asked to review and recommend fees to the City
Council. The City Council then reviews and adopts a formal resolution authorizing fees for the
upcoming calendar year.
Information/Background:
Staff requests that the Parks & Recreation Commission review and recommend the attached
proposed 2025 Parks & Recreation Fees to the City Council. This includes Braemar Arena & Field,
Braemar Golf Course & Golf Dome, Centennial Lakes Park, Edinborough Park and the Edina Aquatic
Center.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Staff Report Proposed Parks and Recreation Fees 2025
2. Proposed Parks and Recreation Fees for 2025
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City of Edina • 4801 W.50th St.• Edina, MN 55424
Date:
To:
From:
Subject:
November 13, 2024
Parks & Recreation Commission
Tracy Petersen, Assistant Director-Recreation & Facilities
Proposed Parks & Recreation Fees for 2025
Information/Background:
Annually the Parks & Recreation Commission is asked to review and recommend fees to the
City Council. The City Council then reviews and adopts a formal resolution authorizing fees
for the upcoming calendar year.
Fee Philosophy
Traditionally fees are set based upon several factors such as: corresponding market
comparison of similar or like offerings at neighboring communities, fee history, customer
satisfaction, operating budget and cost recovery expectations.
The blend of these philosophies establishes a fee range that provides equal opportunity,
affordability, and accessibility to users and guests that utilize our facilities. It also provides an
opportunity to cover costs whenever possible.
Factors Impacting Costs
Several factors are considered when establishing potential cost increases to the proposed 2025
rates. Among the most notable are:
•Continued ability to recruit, train and retain high quality and an appropriate number of
staff (full-time, part-time and seasonal) for programs and facilities. This has included
staying competitive with hourly wages and costs associated with incentives for certain
positions such as lifeguards, program staff and year-round facility positions.
•Ensure that we maintain a high level of customer service and safety at each of our
facilities by continued diligence in having the appropriate number of staff working with
large volumes of users and guests.
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•The ability to navigate now permanent increases in costs with vendors, contractors
and specialty repairs at our unique facilities.
•Anticipate the volume of repairs at many of our aging facilities.
•Maintain a quality and valued product that is well operated, maintained and safe.
Revenue Sources
Each facility’s revenue sources are unique and are highlighted below in greater detail:
Aquatic Center
•No increase is being proposed for daily and season passes; current pricing is at the top
of the scale with like service providers (St. Louis Park, Richfield, Bloomington and
Eagan).
•Propose continuing with new 5 & 10 punch pass for daily admission; started at
beginning of last season to offset low season pass sales. This pricing tactic proved
successful by providing another flexible option.
•A 5% increase is being proposed for Aqua Jets and Edina Swim Club for lane rentals;
more in line with similar facilities.
•Continued on-going repairs to aging mechanical and operational items continue to be a
cost factor.
•Now the standard challenge with seasonal pay/ staffing continues to impact our
operational pricing structure.
Braemar Golf Operations
•Propose the discontinuation of the online prepayment option for green fees. This will
enhance our online guest experience and remove a cumbersome and confusing
process that has too many pay categories to choose from. A discounted 5 & 10 card
package is being proposed to replace the online prepayment option.
•Small increases are proposed for all 9-hole and 18-hole daily green fee categories for
the Championship Course.
•An increase is being proposed for league fees to now include a league fee prize fund
contribution built into the overall pricing.
•No proposed changes are recommended for the Golf Dome rates.
•Now the standard challenge with seasonal pay/ staffing continues to impact our
operational pricing structure.
•Industry standard and similar facilities for the Braemar Golf Course comparison include
Chaska Town Course, Edinburgh USA, Brookview Golf Course, Keller Golf Course
and Baker National Golf Course.
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Edinborough Park
•No changes are being proposed for daily admission, 10 admission pass or annual
membership for pool and track use; current pricing is at the top of the scale with like
service providers.
•No changes are being proposed for Playpark daily admission, passes or annual
membership.
•Now the standard challenge with seasonal pay/ staffing continues to impact our
operational pricing structure.
Centennial Lakes Park
•A fee for our new “themed” paddleboats is being proposed. Fee was created
midseason 2024 when we received the new boats.
•Now the standard challenge with seasonal pay/ staffing continues to impact our
operational pricing structure.
Braemar Arena/Field
•Increases are being proposed for various ice rates. These rates keep the arena within
the 3% tile of comparable ice facility rates. Demand for ice remains high compared to
other neighboring facilities.
•Ice rate increases would go into effect April 1, 2025. This would follow suit with how
we structure the timing for Braemar Field increases.
•Small increases are being proposed for open skating and hockey. Staff now offer more
consistent times for these events and proposed pricing is consistent with like service
providers.
•Increases are being proposed for Braemar Field turf rates and would go into effect
Nov. 1, 2025; allows time to properly communicate upcoming fee changes with user
groups and the youth athletic associations.
•Several fee categories have been discontinued due to not being utilized over time.
•Now the standard challenge with seasonal pay/ staffing continues to impact our
operational pricing structure.
Parks & Recreation
•Several of the rental fees for youth athletic association fields, park buildings and picnic
shelters are proposed with a minimal increase for the upcoming season. Factors for
these proposed increases include better alignment with cleaning & maintenance costs
and other comparable cities’ fees.
•A $1 increase is proposed for recognized Edina Youth Athletic Associations for the
athletic field and outdoor hockey rink user fee/per participant. This rate has not
increased in over five years.
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•Increases are proposed for room rental rates at the Edina Senior Center. Rates have
not been adjusted since 2021; the facility has seen significant improvements since that
time. Demand for the spaces on the evenings and weekends has also increased.
Action Requested:
Staff requests that the Parks & Recreation Commission review and recommend the attached
proposed Parks & Recreation Department fees to the City Council. This includes Braemar
Arena & Field, Braemar Golf Course & Golf Dome, Centennial Lakes Park, Edinborough Park
and the Edina Aquatic Center.
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Garden Plot 2024 2025
Community Garden Plot: 10 x 10 $45 $45
Community Garden Plot: 10 x 15 $50 $50
Season Passes 2024 2025
Resident Rates
Purchased by April 30, 2025 (Early Bird Rate):
Individual or First Family Member $88 $88
Each Additional Member $81 $81
Purchased after April 30, 2025 (Regular Rate):
Individual or First Family Member $98 $98
Each Additional Member $91 $91
Non-Resident Rates
Purchased by April 30, 2025 (Early Bird Rate):
Individual or First Family Member $112 $112
Each Additional Member $103 $103
Purchased after April 30, 2025 (Regular Rate):
Individual or First Family Member $123 $123
Each Additional Member $113 $113
FlowRider 2024 2025
Daily Admission FlowRider Additional/Per Person $7.34 $7.34
Rental and Instruction: 1 hour $180 $180
Multi-Admission Passes 2024 2025
5 Admission Pass $60 $60
10 Admission Pass $110 $110
Daily Admissions 2024 2025
Daily Admission (Resident & Non-Resident)$12.84 $12.84
Admission after 5 p.m.$10.09 $10.09
Daily Admission FlowRider Additional/Per Person $7.34 $7.34
Group Reservation Rate $11 $12
Lane Rentals 2024 2025
Aqua Jets $25/hr.$26.25/hr.
Edina Swim Club Only $19.50/hr.$20.50/hr.
Birthday Party Packages/2 hours 2024 2025
Low Tide Package $315 $315
High Tide Package $425 $425
Green Fees 2024 2025
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee "Prepayment Online"$51.30 N/A
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee $57 $59
Weekday 18 Hole Player's Club Member "Prepayment Online"$38.70 N/A
COMMENTS
ADULT ACTIVITIES
AQUATIC CENTER
BRAEMAR GOLF COURSE
COMMENTS
No changes in season pass rates; at top of scale with like service providers
No change in regular admission rates; at top of scale with like service providers
COMMENTS
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5% increase
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5% increase
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$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
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Provides consistency with Edinborugh Park group rate of $2 off regular admission
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Weekday 18 Hole Player's Club Member $43 $45
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee: Senior "Prepayment Online"$45.90 N/A
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee: Senior $51 $53
Weekday 18 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior "Prepayment Online"$36.00 N/A
Weekday 18 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior $40 $42
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee: Junior "Prepayment Online"$26.10 N/A
Weekday 18 Hole Daily Fee: Junior $29 $31
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee "Prepayment Online"$27.90 N/A
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee $31 $32
Weekday 9 Hole Player's Club Member "Prepayment Online"$22.50 N/A
Weekday 9 Hole Player's Club Member $25 $26
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee: Senior "Prepayment Online"$26.10 N/A
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee: Senior $29 $30
Weekday 9 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior "Prepayment Online"$19.80 N/A
Weekday 9 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior $22 $23
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee: Junior "Prepayment Online"$17.10 N/A
Weekday 9 Hole Daily Fee: Junior $19 $20
Weekend 18 Hole Daily Fee "Prepayment Online"$56.70 N/A
Weekend 18 Hole Daily Fee $63 $65
Weekend 18 Hole Player's Club Member "Prepayment Online"$43.20 N/A
Weekend 18 Hole Player's Club Member $48 $50
Weekend 18 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior "Prepayment Online"$40.50 N/A
Weekend 18 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior $45 $47
Weekend 18 Hole Daily Fee: Junior after 1 p.m. "Prepayment Online"$28.80 N/A
Weekend 18 Hole Daily Fee: Junior after 1 p.m. $32 $34
Weekend 9 Hole Daily Fee "Prepayment Online"$31.50 N/A
Weekend 9 Hole Daily Fee $35 $36
Weekend 9 Hole Player's Club Member "Prepayment Online"$26.10 N/A
Weekend 9 Hole Player's Club Member $29 $30
Weekend 9 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior "Prepayment Online"$24.30 N/A
Weekend 9 Hole Player's Club Member: Senior $27 $28
Weekend 9 Hole Daily Fee: Junior after 1 p.m. "Prepayment Online"$18.90 N/A
Weekend 9 Hole Daily Fee: Junior after 1 p.m. $21 $22
League Weekday Morning 9-Hole Season $415.06 $471.75
League Weekday Evening 9-Hole Season $345.90 $395.63
League Weekday Morning 18-Hole Season $732.98 $825.99
League Weekend Morning 18-Hole Season $820.13 N/A
Weekday 18 Hole Pre-Paid Daily Fee Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $531
Weekday 18 Hole Pre-Paid Daily Fee Senior Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $477
Weekday 18 Hole Pre-Paid Player's Club Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $405
Weekday 18 Hole Pre-Paid Player's Club Senior Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $378
Weekend 18 Hole Pre-Paid Daily Fee Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $585
Weekend 18 Hole Pre-Paid Player's Club Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $450
Weekend 18 Hole Pre-Paid Player's Club Senior Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $423
Player's Club 2024 2025
Platinum Player's Club: Edina Resident $119 $119
Gold Player's Club: Non-Resident $179 $179
League $119 $119
Computerized Handicaps 2024 2025
Player's Club Member $41 $41
Non-Player's Club Member $49 $49
COMMENTS
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
COMMENTS
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
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Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
Increase to an average 18-hole green fee of $21.75 (tax included) plus a $15 league prize fund for a 21-week season
Discontinued
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
Increase to an average 9-hole green fee of $21.75 (tax included) plus a $15 league prize fund for a 21-week season
Increase to an average 9-hole green fee of $21.75 (tax included) plus a $15 league prize fund for a 17-week season
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
New promotion to replace prepayment online (punch card)
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
$1 increase on all 9-hole green fees
$2 increase on all 18-hole green fees
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Club Rental and Push Carts 2024 2025
Championship 18 Club Rental: Premium $45 $45
Academy 9 Club Rental $10 $10
Push Carts: 9 Hole $5 $5
Push Carts: 18 Hole $9 $9
Golf Cars 2024 2025
18 Hole Daily Fee $40 $40
18 Hole Player's Club Member $37 $37
9 Hole Daily Fee $24 $24
9 Hole Player's Club Member $21 $21
Golf Outing 2024 2025
Monday Morning Shotgun $110
Monday Mid-Morning Shotgun $125
Friday Morning Shotgun $110 $110
Friday Afternoon Shotgun $125 $125
Monday-Thursday Tee Time Start Outing $85 $86
Friday-Sunday Tee Time Start Outing $91 $92
Braemar Courtyard 2024 2025
Single Lane: Edina Resident $25/hr.$25/hr.
Single Lane: Player's Club Member $25/hr.$25/hr.
Single Lane: Non-Resident $30/hr.$30/hr.
Half-Court $90/hr.$90/hr.
Full-Court $180/hr.$180/hr.
Contracted Programs 2024 2025
Golf Professionals Varies Varies
Braemar Room 2024 2025
Cooper Conference Room: M-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.$40/hr.$40/hr.
Cooper Conference Room: M-Th after 5 p.m.$50/hr.$50/hr.
Cooper Conference Room: Fri-Sun and Holidays $50/hr.$50/hr.
Hoyt Blanchard Room: M-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.$75/hr.$75/hr.
Hoyt Blanchard Room: M-Th after 5 p.m.$85/hr.$85/hr.
Hoyt Blanchard Room: Fri-Sun and Holidays $85/hr.$85/hr.
Braemar Driving Range 2024 2025
Large Bucket: Daily Fee $11 $12
Large Bucket: Player's Club Member $10 $11
Small Bucket $6.50 $7
Greens Fees 2024 2025
Academy 9 Daily Fee "Prepayment Online"$17.10 N/A
Academy 9 Daily Fee $19 $19
Academy 9 Player's Club Member "Prepayment Online"$14.40 N/A
Academy 9 Player's Club Member $16 $16
Junior "Prepayment Online"$10.80 N/A
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
$1 large bucket increase
COMMENTS
$1 - 18-hole increase in outing rounds
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
Discontinued for new promotion
ACADEMY 9 COURSE
COMMENTS
Only available in shoulder season
COMMENTS
$.50 small bucket increase
COMMENTS
DRIVING RANGE
$1 large bucket increase
Change in time of day for golf outings
$1 - 18-hole increase in outing rounds
Only available in shoulder season
Change in time of day for golf outings
COMMENTS
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Junior $12 $12
Youth on Course - MGA $5 $5
League Morning Academy 9 N/A $280.12
League Evening Academy 9 $219.80 $263.55
Academy 9 Pre-Paid Daily Fee Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $171
Academy 9 Pre-Paid Player's Club Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $144
Academy 9 Pre-Paid Junior Green Fees - 10 Rounds N/A $108
Golf Cars 2024 2025
Academy 9 Daily Fee $20 $20
Academy 9 Player's Club Member $17 $17
Push Carts $5 $5
Player's Club 2024 2025
Resident Player's Club $35 $35
Non-Resident Player's Club $60 $60
League $35 $35
Golf Dome 2024 2025
Time Golf 1/2 Hour $17 $17
Time Golf 1/2 Hour Player's Club Member $16 $16
Time Golf 1/4 Hour: Additional Time Only $9 $9
Hourly Field Rental $175 $175
Monday-Thursday Time Golf 1/2 hour : Senior Player's Club $10 $10
Golf Dome Guest Professional Instruction Fee: 1/2 Hour $25 $25
Golf Dome Guest Professional Instruction Fee: 1 hour $40 $40
Golf Dome Legacy Professional Instruction Fee $12/Lesson $12/Lesson
Time Golf 1 hour $32 $32
Time Golf 2 hours $60 $60
Time Golf 1 hour: Player's Club Member $30 $30
Time Golf 2 hour: Player's Club Member $56 $56
Promotional Time Golf 1 hour $25 $25
High School Time Golf 1 hour per bay $25 $25
Online Reservation and Prepayment $65 $65
Online Reservation and Prepayment Player's Club $55 $55
Player's Club 2024 2025
Resident Golf Dome Player's Club $35 $35
Non-Resident Golf Dome Player's Club $60 $60
Pool & Track Daily Admission 2024 2025
Residents and Non-Residents $9.17 $9.17
Pool & Track 10 Admission Pass 2024 2025
Residents and Non-Residents $87 $87
Pool & Track Annual Membership 2024 2025
Resident Individual $350 $350
Each Additional Member $144 $144
Non-Resident Individual $397 $397
Each Additional Member $165 $165
Locker Rental $0.25 $0.25
Increase to an average 9-hole green fee of $12.62 (tax included) plua a $15 League Prize Fund for a 21-week season
New promotion to replace prepayment online
EDINBOROUGH PARK
COMMENTS
No change in daily admission; at top of scale with like service providers
GOLF DOME
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Increase to an average 9-hole green fee of $12.62 (tax included) plua a $15 League Prize Fund for a 17-week season
New promotion to replace prepayment online
New promotion to replace prepayment online
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Birthday Party Packages/2 Hours 2024 2025
The Peak Package $180 $180
The Adventure Package $270 $270
Fam Jam Package $390 $410
The BIG Birthday Adventure Package $510 $510
Building Rentals/Non-Exclusive Rentals/Hr 2024 2025
Theater $325 $325
Theater with Audio-Visual Equipment $375 $375
Pool (swim team only)$73.50 $77.18
Pool Other $84 $84
Playpark Daily Admission 2024 2025
Resident and Non-Resident $9.17 $9.17
Children Under 1 year-old Free Free
Adults Free w/paid child Free w/paid child
Group Reservation Rate $8 $8
Admission After 5 p.m. (summer only)$6.42 $6.42
Playpark - 10 Admission Pass 2024 2025
Resident and Non-Resident $87 $87
Playpark Annual Membership 2024 2025
Resident Individual $133 $133
Each Additional Member $105 $105
Non-Resident Individual $165 $165
Each Additional Member $140 $140
Total Facility Daily Admission 2024 2025
Resident $17 $17
Non-Resident $17 $17
Rental Concession Items 2024 2025
Paddle Boats: 4 person boat/ per 45 minutes $18.34 $18.34
Paddle Boats: 5 person boat/ per 45 minutes N/A $27.52
Winter Sled/Trainer per hour $9.17 $9.17
Ice Skates $9.17 $9.17
Fishing Pole $2.75 $2.75
Building Rentals 2024 2025
1/2 room, Monday-Thursday, Ending by 8 p.m.$412.75 $412.75
1/2 room, Monday-Thursday, Ending by 10 p.m.$504.47 $504.47
1/2 room, Sunday, 6 hours $569.19 $569.19
Full room Friday or Saturday, Ending by 8 p.m.$1,605.14 $1,605.14
Full room Friday or Saturday, Ending by 10 p.m.$1,857.37 $1,857.37
Full room, Monday-Thursday, Ending by 8 p.m.$596.19 $596.19
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
Monday-Thursday up to 20 people
Changed package offering to meet need to frequently requested party limit of 30 people
Friday-Sunday up to 50 people
EDINBOROUGH PARK "PLAYPARK"
Friday-Sunday up to 20 people
New amenity; themed boats
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Full room, Monday-Thursday, Ending by 10 p.m.$687.92 $687.92
Full room, Sunday, 6 hours $871.36 $871.36
Amphitheater Rental (3 hour rental)$412.75 $412.75
Commercial Photo Shoot $45.86 $45.86
Lawn Games 2024 2025
18 Hole Golf $10.09 $10.09
Lawn Bowling Court $18.34 $18.34
Scottish Links $6.42 $6.42
Hourly Rates (except where noted)2024 2025
Prime Hourly Rate (9/16 - 3/15)$269 $277
Prime Season Late Night: After 9 p.m.$201 $207
Off-Season $206 $212
Off-Season Late Night: After 9 p.m.$180 $185
Off-Season Tournament $216 $222
In-Season Early Morning $175 $180
Early Morning Training Ice (6-8 a.m.)$134 $138
Backyard Rink Early Morning/Undesirable Ice $77 $79
Backyard Rink - Prime - EHA - Day/Late Night $159 $164
Open skating (youth and adult)$5/person $7/person
Skate Rental $5/rental $5/rental
Birthday Party Open Skating $125 $150
Room Rental $30/day N/A
Futsal: Backyard Rink $35 $35
Holiday Ice: Arena $335 $345
Holiday Ice: Backyard $230 $237
Tournament Headquarter Room $100/day N/A
Event Vendor Fee $50/event/vendor N/A
"2 Day Notice" Ice Rental 10% discount N/A
Equipment Storage $25/day; $50/wknd N/A
Arena -Activity Admissions 2024 2025
Non-School Day Youth Open Hockey $5/ Per Child $7/ Per Child
Arena - Adult Activities 2024 2025
Adult Open Hockey $5/person $7/person
Hourly Rates (except where noted)2024 2025
Full Field Prime (Mon-Fri 4p.m.-10p.m.; Sat/Sun 7a.m.-9p.m.) $437 $450
1/2 Field Prime (Mon-Fri 4p.m.-10p.m.; Sat/Sun 7a.m.-9p.m.)$231 $238
1/4 Field Prime (Mon-Fri 4p.m.-10p.m.; Sat/Sun 7a.m.-9p.m.)$128 $132
Full Field Non-Prime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.; Sat/Sun before 7a.m. or after 9p.m.)$360 $371
1/2 Field Non-Prime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.; Sat/Sun before 7a.m. or after 9p.m.)$206 $212
1/4 Field Non-Prime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.; Sat/Sun before 7a.m. or after 9p.m.)$128 $132
70' Batting Cage: 1/2 hour $30 $30
50' Batting Cage: 1/2 hour $25 $25
Full Field Daytime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.)$180 $185
1/2 Field Daytime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.)$82 $84
1/4 Field Daytime (M-F 9a.m.-4p.m.)$41 $42
COMMENTS
COMMENTS
BRAEMAR ARENA *NEW RATES BEGIN APRIL 1, 2025
COMMENTS
similar to like service providers
COMMENTS
similar to like service providers
BRAEMAR FIELD (DOME) * NEW RATES BEGIN NOV. 1, 2025
COMMENTS
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
Discontinued
similar to like service providers
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Open Turf Time(drop-in)$5/person $5/person
"2 Day Notice" Dome Rental 10% discount N/A
Individual Season Pass $125 $125
Birthday Party (1 hour)$100 $125
Edina Athletic Association Rentals- Hourly Rates
(Baseball, Football, Lacrosse and Soccer) 2024 2025
Primetime: 5-10 p.m. (Jan- April)/Monday-Friday $401 $413
1/2 Field Primetime: 5-10 p.m. (Jan.-April)/Monday-Friday $200 $206
Primetime: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.(Jan.- April)/Saturdays $401 $413
1/2 Field Primetime: 8 a.m.-10 p.m.(Jan.- April)/Saturdays $200 $206
Primetime: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.(Jan.- April)/ Sundays $401 $413
1/2 Field Primetime: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Jan.- April)/Sundays $200 $206
Off Hours: All Other - (Jan.-April)/All $324 $334
1/2 Field Off Hours: All Other(Jan.- April)/All $161 $166
Shoulder Season: All hours October - December $375 $386
1/2 Field Shoulder Season: All hours October - December $188 $194
Braemar Field - Activities and Events * New Rates begin Nov. 1, 2025 2024 2025
Tot Time $5/person/per session $5/person/per session
Open Soccer $5/person/per session $5/person/per session
Family Time at Braemar Field $5/person/per session $5/person/per session
Open Dome Time at Braemar Field $5/person/per session $5/person/per session
General Park Areas 2024 2025
Resident Use/ per hour $62 $64
Resident Use/ per day $185 $190
Non-Resident Use/per hour $72 $74
Non-Resident Use/per day $216 $222
Commercial Use (i.e. TV)/ Per Hour $62 $64
Commercial use with light/Per Hour $82 $84
Mobile Food Unit $31 $32
Mobile Food Unit Annual Pass $550 $550
Maintenance/Custodial - Per Hour $62 $64
Athletic Fields 2024 2025
Per Field/Per Hour: Resident $70 $70
Per Field/Per Hour: Non-Resident $80 $80
Lights add-on $15/hr.$20/hr.
Turf full field (Pamela & Braemar)/ Per Hour: Resident $75 $80
Turf full field (Pamela & Braemar)/Per Hour: Non-Resident $110 $115
Turf half field (Pamela & Braemar)/Per Hour: Resident $50 $50
Turf half field (Pamela & Braemar)/Per Hour:Non-Resident $75 $75
Maintenance/Custodial: Per Hour $55 $60
Athletic Association Clinics and Camps /Per Day/Per Field $55 $60
Athletic Association Tournaments $185 $190
Sand Volleyball Court/Per Hour $15 $15
Van Valkenburg/Courtney Fields 2024 2025
Per Field/Per Day: Includes building: Residents $210 $220
Increase costs as turf field costs tend to be more than grass and as we prepare for replacement
Increase to align with maintenance/field care expenses increases
3% increase
Discontinued
3% increase
PARK DEPARTMENT RENTALS
3% increase
COMMENTS
3% increase
COMMENTS
No change
Increase costs as field turf costs tend to be more than grass and as we prepare for replacement
3% increase
Increase to align closer with other cities/market trends
3% increase
COMMENTS
Lighting, electrical prices have increased
Increase as camp costs/revenue have increased
COMMENTS
Increase to align with maintenance/field care expense increases
3% increase
COMMENTS
3% increase
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Per Field/Per Day: Includes building: Non-Residents $245 $260
Rosland Park Pathway (Scheduled Walk/Run Events)2024 2025
Per Day $285 $293
Arneson Acres 2024 2025
Terrace Room & Gazebo
Half-Day (8a.m.-2p.m.; 4-10p.m.)$288 $296
Full-Day (8a.m.-10p.m.)$391 $403
Picnic Shelter Rentals 2024 2025
Chowen Park: Half-Day $38 $39
Chowen Park: Full-Day $55 $57
Fred Richards Park:Half-Day $38 $39
Fred Richards Park: Full-Day $55 $57
Sherwood Park: Half-Day $38 $39
Sherwood Park: Full-Day $55 $57
Wooddale Park: Half-Day $38 $39
Wooddale Park: Full-Day $55 $57
Utley Park: Half-Day $38 $39
Utley Park: Full-Day $55 $57
Rosland Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Rosland Park: Full-Day $168 $173
Park Shelter Building Rentals 2024 2025
Arden Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Arden Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Cornelia School Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Cornelia School Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Countryside Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Countryside Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Pamela Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Pamela Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Todd Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Todd Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Walnut Ridge Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Walnut Ridge Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Weber Park: Half-Day $87 $90
Weber Park: Full-Day $125 $129
Creek Valley Park $20 $21
Highlands Park $20 $21
Lewis Park $20 $21
Normandale Park $20 $21
Strachauer Park $20 $21
Edina Youth Athletic Associations 2024 2025
Field User Fee/ Per Participant $13 $14
Gymnasium User Fee/Per Participant $7 $7
Outdoor Hockey Rink User Fee/ Per Participant $13 $14
Dome User Fee/Per Participant $29 $29
Inclusion Fee/ Per Participant $1 $1
COMMENTS
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase; events and use of path continued not allowed during the Edina Aquatic Center season
Increase to align closer with other cities/market trends
COMMENTS
3% increase
3% increase
Increase $1 to align with maintenance expense increases
COMMENTS
Increase $1 to align with maintenance/field care as expenses increases
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
3% increase
COMMENTS
3% increase
COMMENTS
3% increase
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Proposed 2025 Parks and Recreation Fees
Note: fees listed do not include tax except where noted
Room Rental 2024 2025
Aquarium Room: Resident $25/hr.$30/hr.
Aquarium Room: Non-Resident $30/hr.$35/hr.
Classroom 1, 2, 3 or 4: Resident (2 hr. minimum)$45/hr.$50/hr.
Classroom 1, 2, 3 or 4: Non-Resident (2 hr. minimum)$50/hr.$55/hr.
Grandview Room: Resident (2 hr. minimum)$65/hr.$70/hr.
Grandview Room: Non-Resident (2 hr. minimum)$70/hr.$75/hr.
Fireside Room: Half-Day (8 a.m.-2 p.m.; 4-10 p.m.)$480 $540
Fireside Room: Full-Day (8 a.m.-10 p.m.)$720 $810
Wall Art Display Rental 15% of sale 15% of sale
EDINA SENIOR CENTER
COMMENTS
Increase rental price due to improvements to facility space
Increase rental price due to improvements to facility space
Adjust rental rates to reflect current market value; not been increased since 2021
Increase rental price due to improvements to facility space
Increase rental price due to improvements to facility space
Adjust rental rates to reflect current market value; not been increased since 2021
Adjust rental rates to reflect current market value; not been increased since 2021
Adjust rental rates to reflect current market value; not been increased since 2021
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 7.3
Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation
Director
Item Type: Report & Recommendation Department: Parks & Recreation
Item Title: Discuss Special Project Request Process
Action Requested:
None, for discussion only.
Information/Background:
In 2020, the Edina Parks and Recreation Commission along with staff developed a process for
community members to submit special project requests. That process included a range of
considerations that community members and staff would complete and review with the commission.
The philosophy was to allow an idea to come to the commission with a basic level of a plan without
creating an overbearing process for an applicant. If a positive response was received, then further
work would commence. In 2024, several requests were submitted and reviewed by the commission.
The existing considerations are attached.
Staff would like to open up the discussion about the existing process and review if any improvements
can be made that would be beneficial to the applicants, to the commission and for staff.
Supporting Documentation:
1. special project guidelines
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Established with the Parks and Recreation Commission January 14, 2020
Considerations for special projects or proposals – Community Member Portion
I. Please give a brief overview of your proposal.
a. What is the community or neighborhood demand for the project?
b. What is the impact on the community for not supporting the project?
c. What are the expected benefits derived from the project?
d. Has a specific site been recommended?
e. What financial resources are available in the community to fund the project? How secure are
these resources and can the needed funding be sustained?
f. What alternatives have been considered?
g. Is this project expected to continue or is it a one-time request? Is this project seasonal in nature
or a year-round operation? Which seasons?
Considerations for special projects or proposals – Staff Analysis
(also provide comments on Community Portion*)
I. The extent of neighborhood and community interest and benefit derived from the project is justifiable.
a. Does this project support an initiative on the annual work plan?
b. Does it serve a previously identified community need?
c. *What is the community or neighborhood demand for the project?
d. Is there equity in supporting the project?
e. *What is the impact on the community for not supporting the project?
f. *What are the expected benefits derived from the project?
g. Would this project be utilized by non-residents and what is that impact?
h. How and to what extent will the community be engaged?
II. Proximity of requested project to existing park or other city-owned land is appropriate.
a. Is land acquisition involved or will city-owned property be used?
b. *Has a specific site been recommended?
c. Does this project displace a current or future activity?
d. What is the impact (traffic, noise, light, etc.) on surrounding properties?
e. Is this project sole source or would other entities have similar interests?
f. What selection process will be utilized?
g. What liability issues are involved? Are there other requirements?
h. Are there identified approvals needed from the city? Other entities?
III. There is an ability for the city and the community to fund the project.
a. Is funding available through the city’s Capital Improvement Program?
b. Is funding available through the city’s general operating budget?
c. *What other financial resources are available in the community to fund the project?
d. *How secure are these resources and can the needed funding be sustained?
e. What ongoing operating and maintenance costs are involved?
f. Will this be revenue-generating project? Who will pay for the expenses? Who will keep the
revenues?
g. Will the facility be programmed? If so, at what cost and by whom?
IV. Other issues
a. *What alternatives have been considered?
b. How does the project align with the established goals of the Parks and Recreation Department?
c. How accessible is the property to the general public?
d. *Is this a project expected to continue or is it a one-time request?
e. *Is this project seasonal in nature or a year-round operation? Which seasons?
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Action
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 7.4
Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation
Director
Item Type: Report & Recommendation Department: Parks & Recreation
Item Title: Mid-year Officer Election
Action Requested:
Conduct an officer election for Vice-Chair of the Parks & Recreation Commission, serving until
March 1, 2025.
Information/Background:
Chair Doscotch has submitted his resignation from the Edina Parks & Recreation Commission. This
action means that Commissioner Pfuhl becomes Chair and an officer vacancy for Vice-Chair is
created that needs to be filled. The following process will be utilized, except the notations listed for a
mid-year election.
Annual Elections Timeline.
Each Board and Commission is required to annually elect a Chair and Vice Chair. As outlined in all
Board and Commission bylaws, Boards and Commissions are asked to hold their annual elections in
February.
Note: Due to an officer vacancy by resignation, a mid-year election is required for Vice Chair only.
Election Process.
A quorum must be present in order to hold elections (a quorum is half of the voting members plus
one). At the regular scheduled meeting selected for annual elections, the current Board or
Commission Chair opens the floor for nominations. Nominations will be first accepted for the Chair
and a vote will take place. Then nominations will be accepted for a Vice Chair and a vote will take
place.
Note: Due to an officer vacancy, the election process will only be for vice-chair at the next regular meeting.
The appointment will be for the remainder of the term which ends on March 1, 2025.
Once all members have had the chance to nominate a member or themselves, the Commission can
take a vote. Vote will be by hand and not by paper ballot. A member may nominate him/herself for a
position. There must be a second for each nomination. In the case of a split vote, a Board or
Commission could table their annual elections to the next scheduled meeting to allow more member
input.
Office Terms.
Per City Code, each appointed Chair and Vice Chair shall serve a term of one year. The term of
Chair and Vice Chair will begin on March 1 of each year. No person shall serve more than three
consecutive one-year terms as Chair of a Board or Commission. A Chair elected to fill a vacancy shall
be eligible to serve three full terms in addition to the remainder of the vacated term.
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Duties of the Commission Chair are:
• Prepare agenda with staff liaison
• Lead meeting and facilitate discussion
• Ensure bylaws are followed· Maintain meeting decorum
• Facilitate development of annual work plan
• Consult with members regarding attendance issues
• Encourage participation by commissioners and the public
Duties of the Commission Vice Chair are:
• Support the Chair as needed
• Perform the Chair duties if the chair is unavailable
Supporting Documentation:
None
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: November 13, 2024 Item Activity: Information
Meeting: Parks & Recreation Commission
Agenda Number: 9.1
Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation
Director
Item Type: Other Department:
Item Title: Upcoming 2024 and 2025 Meetings & Events
Action Requested:
None, informational only.
Information/Background:
Attached is a listing of upcoming meetings for 2024 and 2025.
Supporting Documentation:
1. 2024 and 2025 Upcoming Meetings
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Nov. 13, 2024
Park and Recreation Commission
Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director
Upcoming 2024 and 2025 Meetings and Events
Date 2024 Meeting Dates Time Location*
Wed. Nov. 13** Wednesday Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Tues. Dec. 10 MEETING CANCELED 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Date 2025 Meeting Dates Time Location*
Jan. 14 Regular Meeting
• 2025 Work Plan 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Feb. 11 Regular Meeting
• Officer Elections 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
March 11 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
April 8 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
May 13 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
June 10 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
July NO MEETING
Aug. 12 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Sept. 9 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Oct. 14 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Nov. 12** Wednesday Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
Dec. 9 Regular Meeting 7:00 pm Braemar Golf Course
* 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 2024 Observed City Calendar.
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