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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1982-09-14 Park Board MinutesEDINA PARK BOARD MEETING Tuesday, September 14, 1982 7:30 p.m. Edina City hall MEMBERS PRESENT: Joan Lonsbury, Bob Christianson, Art Erdall, Marilyn Wooldridge, Mack Thayer, Bill Lord, George Warner, Virginia Shaw STAFF PRESENT: Bob Kojetin, Rick Jacobson, Larry Thayer, Madelyn Krinke I. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF AUGUST 10, 1982 MEETING Art Erdall MOVED that the Minutes of the August 10, 1982 Park Board Meeting be approved. Mack Thayer SECONDED the motion. Motion CARRIED. II. ARENA REPORT Bob Kojetin presented the six months ending report, indicating it contained one error which is explained on the report. After proper credit is given, the report reflects that the arena is now $1,800 in the black. The credit of $12,222.19 will be reflected in the third quarter report. Mr. Erdall asked for an explanation of why there is such a great difference in the first six months report for 1982. Larry Thayer stated that several factors affected the change, including a very conscientious effort by the arena staff to turn off lights, cut back on heat as much as possible, and various other energy saving actions. Other factors which kept expenses down included more preventative maintenance, repairing properly and keeping equipment in better condition, which has cut down on the need for a lot of expensive repairs. Installation of heat exchangers cut back on about half of the gas consumption for heating water. Boilers were adjusted to half their original capacity to make them run more efficiently. Income was up due to an increase in ice charges and increased use. Bob Christianson MOVED THAT THE PARK BOARD COMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL, LARRY THAYER AND STAFF FOR DOING AN OUTSTANDING JOB AT THE ICE FACILITIES AND TURNING IT AROUND AND GETTING IT INTO THE BLACK. Marilyn Wooldridge SECONDED. MOTION PASSED. III. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Bob Kojetin reported that the council will be meeting on budgets with commissions and boards at 7:00 September 22nd. Items on the proposed 1983 capi- tal improvements sheet were again briefly discussed. Mr. Kojetin mentioned the proposed new kiln room at the Art Center. A lot of research has been done to find a cost efficient kiln, The total cost projected is $15,000, $5,000 of which has been donated from the Foundation Ball and $2,000 from Art Center pottery in- structor, therefore $8,000 is the amount which would be needed from park funds. -2 - The swimming pool improvements proposed on the budget were discussed and it was agreed that they must be included on the budget for 1983 to make necessary roof repairs. Mr. Kojetin mentioned that application has been made for funds from the county to upgrade and change the bathrooms at the swimming pool and the arena to bring them up to code for handicapped. The replacement of equipment on the proposed budget was also dis- cussed. Mr. Kojetin explained that a goal which was set several years ago was to to recyle every piece of equipment every 10 years. Some pieces of equipment and trucks are much older than 10 years, however, he stated that gradually the department is accomplishing this goal of 10 year recycling. Virginia Shaw MOVED TO ACCEPT THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND REPAIR BUDGET AS PROPOSED. George Warner SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED. IV. RECREATION REPORT Rick Jacobson reviewed the Participation Summary presented to the board. He noted that the pool attendance was up about 5,000 this year, a result of the very favorable weather during the summer months. After reviewing the figures of participation, the 1983 Recommended Fees and Charges sheet was then reviewed. After some discussion, Virginia Shaw MOVED THAT THE BOARD ACCEPT THE CHANGES IN FEES AS PRESENTED, INCREASING CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND THEATRE TO $15 AND INCREASING T -BALL TO $15, WITH ALL OTHER CHARGES REMAINING THE SAME. Bill Lord SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION PASSED. V. ART IN THE PARK Bob Kojetin reported on plans for Art in the Park scheduled for September 19th, beginning with opening ceremonies at 12:00 with the dedi- cation of the Fitness Course around Lake Cornelia Park. He mentioned that Fairview-Southdale dignitaries would be present for the ribbon cutting and dedication. At 4:15 the Flo Bahneman bench will be dedicated at the Art Center. A resolution of gratitude was signed by the members which will be presented to Fairview-Southdale Hospital representatives present on Sunday. VI. OTHER An inquiry was made about the status of the Edinburgh Park. Mr. Kojetin indicated that it is on hold at this time. Virginia Shaw stated that she had a request for picnic tables at Arden Park, from neighbors of the park. Bob Kojetin said that one or two tables would be placed there upon completion of the work at that park. Art Erdall MOVED FOR ADJOURNMENT OF THE MEETING. SECONDED by George Warner. MOTION PASSED. Meeting was adjourned at 9:10 p.m. -3 - ITEMS FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL: MOVED: THAT THE PARK BOARD COMMEND TO THE CITY COUNCIL, LARRY THAYER AND STAFF FOR DOING AN OUTSTANDING JOB AT THE ICE FACILITIES AND TURNING IT AROUND AND GETTING IT INTO THE BLACK. MOVED: TO ACCEPT THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND REPAIR BUDGET AS PROPOSED. (Copy attached) MOVED: THAT THE BOARD ACCEPT THE CHANGES IN FEES AS PRESENTED, INCREASING CREATIVE DRAMATICS AND THEATRE TO $15 AND INCREASING T -BALL TO $15, WITH ALL OTHER CHARGES REMAINING THE SAME.