HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988-02-16 Park Board MinutesEDINA PARK BOARD
7:30 p.m.
7ebruary 16, 1988
Edina City Hall
MEMBERS PRESENT: Joan Lonsbury, Bob Christianson, Marilyn Wooldridge, Jim Fee, Jean
Rydell, Mac Thayer, Don Wineberg, Bill Lord, Andrew Montgomery
MEMBERS ABSENT: Jim Moe
STAFF PRESENT: Bob Kojetin, John Keprios, Ed MacHolda, John Valliere, Stacey Kness
Joan Lonsbury called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. Mrs. Lonsbury mentioned a letter
she received from Marquette Bank informing her of a community service award of $1000 they
will give annually to an organization for accomplishments that strengthen and enrich our
community. The Park Board is able to apply for this award. Mrs. Lonsbury recommended to
Mr. Kojetin that he consider applying for this award to get some extra funds for Arneson
Acres Park.
I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 12, 1988, MEETING
Jean Rydell MOVED TO ACCEPT THE MINUTES OF THE JANUARY 12, 1988, MEETING. Bob
Christianson seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Mrs. Lonsbury turned the meeting over the Mr. Kojetin.
II. ELECTION OF CHAIRPERSON AND VICE CHAIRPERSON
Mr. Kojetin stated that traditionally a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson are
elected for Park Board in February. He then opened it up for nominations for
Chairperson since Mrs. Lonsbury is retiring from the Board.
Bill Lord nominated Robert Christianson for Chairperson of the Park Board. Mr.
Kojetin asked for any other nominations.
Jim Fee MOVED TO CLOSE THE NOMINATIONS FOR CHAIRPERSON. Jean Rydell seconded the
motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Kojetin called for a vote.
Mr. Robert Christianson is unanimously elected Chairperson of the Park Board.
Mr. Kojetin asked for any nominations for Vice Chairperson.
Jim Fee nominated Don Wineberg for Vice Chairperson. Mr. Kojetin asked for any other
nominations.
Bill Lord MOVED TO CLOSE NOMINATIONS FOR VICE CHAIRPERSON. Andrew Montgomery
seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED.
Mr. Kojetin called for a vote.
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Mr. Don Wineberg is unanimously elected Vice Chairperson of the Park Board.
Bill Lord MOVED TO ACCEPT THE RESOLUTIONS OF APPRECIATION FOR JOAN LONSBURY AND
MARILYN WOOLDRIDGE. Don Wineberg seconded the motion. MOTION CARRIED. Mr. Lord
read the Resolutions of Appreciation. (copies attached) Mr. Christianson stated we
all, including the citizens of Edina, owe Mrs. Lonsbury and Mrs. Wooldridge a
tremendous debt of gratitude for the support they have given for many, many years.
These Resolutions are a small token, and we speak for the whole community on a
wonderful job you both have done. You will leave some big holes to fill. MOTION
CARRIED.
Mr. Kojetin stated Joan Lonsbury also served five years as a Garden Council observer
on the Park Board. He added that the City is working on some type of get-together or
dinner for commission members some time in March or April. At that time the City
will honor both of you. We will be looking forward to thanking you again for your
outstanding contributions. It will leave a big gap in the park system. The Edina
staff appreciated your services and hard volunteer work that you have done throughout
the years in the continued growth of the parks and facilities in our system.
III. 1988 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES REVIEW
Mr. Kojetin the Park and Recreation Task Force could shed light on this subject.
Mrs. Lonsbury said the Council has noticed that we have made goals and objectives in
the past. Mr. Wineberg stated that his Task Force committee is awaiting a proposal
on a study that is going to be conducted throughout the community. He met with the
research individual, and Mr. Wineberg will be reporting at the Task Force meeting on
Thursday. Mr. Wineberg stated the findings of that study may or may not change our
goals and objectives.
Mr. Christianson asked if this subject should be deferred to a later date. Mr.
Kojetin said we should wait until after the Task Force has completed its study.
IV. CENTENNIAL FESTIVAL REVIEW
Mrs. Lonsbury said it was just wonderful. On Saturday, February 13, Mrs. Lonsbury,
Mrs. Wooldridge, Mrs. Rydell, and Mr. Montgomery built a snow sculpture of the old
Edina mill. Mr. Kojetin, Mr. Bach, and Ms. Peterson (Edinborough) sculpted the
Edinborough arch with a park bench. The winning sculpture was a turtle, second prize
went to a tennis shoe, and third prize was an igloo. All the participants were
having a lot of fun.
Mr. Montgomery reported on the medallion hunt. The medallion was found earlier than
expected. His committee had given only five clues out of the 12 they had prepared.
A man and his son who had both helped on the ice castle, found the medallion and
collected the $100 prize.
Mr. MacHolda reported on the success of the pony -wheel and the cutter. These rides
brought in $450. Mrs. Lonsbury mentioned that a 90 -year old native Edinan, Mrs.
Cardarelle, got the first ride on the antique cutter.
Mr. Thayer reported that the ice was great for the speedskating. There were no
entrants in the 17 and older category. The kids had a lot of fun. Mr. Bill Farrell,
a volunteer speedskating expert, did a great job with the kids in getting them
excited and offering support.
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Mr. Keprios reported that six bandy teams played three games including a women's
bandy game. He also commented on the great ice. Credit should be given to Vince
Cockriel, park foreman, for the outstanding ice maintenance job. The winning bandy
teams received. Centennial hats, and the runners-up received Centennial key chains.
Mr. Christianson said the bonfire was a great success. The old stockade toy from the
Cornelia Park playground was used as firewood which made a fantastic bonfire. Mr.
Christianson said at any given time there were probably 25 to 30 people enjoying the
fire.
Mr. Montgomery mentioned the two winter campers, Ardythe Buerosse and a friend, who
spent the whole night in the snow. One was in a tent and one was actually buried in
a snowbank.
The alumni hockey exhibition at Braemar Arena on Sunday, February 14, was a smashing
success. Mr. Fee stated a lot of credit goes to Larry Thayer and Nancy Knudson;
things were very organized. There were 115 returning hockey players in four
different games. The most recent graduates had a small turnout, so they played
four -man hockey. There was a nice reception after the games at Braemar Clubhouse,
and John Valliere and his staff did a great job. There weren't as many players at
the reception as they thought, but the ones that were there had only good things to
say about the whole event. The low turnout could have been caused by the event being
on a Sunday evening and Valentine's Day.
Mr. Wineberg stated Mr. Kojetin and Mr. Keprios did a fantastic job on the ice
castle; it is a tremendous accomplishment. Mrs. Lonsbury also thanked the park
staff. She said the castle is magic, and Bob transformed the idea to a reality.
Mrs. Lonsbury added that Kay Bach and Betty Hemstad (Centennial Commission) are
delighted with the results.
V. OTHER.
Mr. Keprios said we have about one more week of outdoor ice at the skating rinks.
This is one of our longest seasons. Mr. Kojetin stated we will continue our regular
program of maintenance through the end of the week.
Mr. Kojetin pointed out the new 1988 Park and Recreation calendars. Mr. Keprios put
it together and added the calendar section and the new park map. An instructor at
the Edina Art Center drew the picture on the front and redesigned the map in the
center. Edina residents should start to receive their calendars this weekend.
VI. ADJOURNMENT
Don Wineberg MOVED TO ADJOURN AT 8:10 PM. Jean Rydell seconded the motion. MOTION
CARRIED.
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