HomeMy WebLinkAbout1976-04-13 Park Board MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EDINA PARK BOARD MEETING
HELD TUESDAY, APRIL 13, 1976
AT THE EDINA CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: J. Rice, J. Lonsbury, M. McDonald, G. Warner, V. Shaw, A. Fischer
and P. Turnbull
MEMBERS ABSENT: 0. Byhre and D. Pavek
STAFF PRESENT: K. Rosland, B. Kojetin, R. Jacobson and B. Peterson
OTHERS PRESENT: Mr. Behringer, Mr. Phillips, Mrs. Gans and Mrs. O'Brien
(. Mr. Warner moved to approve the minutes of March 9, 1976. Mr. Fischer
seconded and the motion was approved.
11. BIKE TRACK
Mr. Rice introduced Mr. Behringer and referred to a previous Park Board
meeting in which the bike track proposal was presented by Mr. Behringer and
Mr. Phillips. At that time Park Board requested additional information. Mr.
Behringer; therefore, submitted his report to the Park Board and introduced
his committee; Mr. Phillips and Mr. Tom Callopy.
Mr. Callopy presented a slide show displaying the tremendous interest
In bike racing for both participants and spectators.
In exchange for the track, the bike committee is requesting that the City
provide the site location, fencing, a protective tarp, insurance and a $2,000
annual budget for maintenance. The City will not be able to have this.facility
available for open biking; however, there could be programming provided.
The Park Board felt; however, that there should be definite proposed
programming, possible income available and exactly what the specific maintenance
costs are involved annually.
Mr. Behringer stated that he would like a decision from the Park Board as
soon as possible as this track is being stored and the Committee would, like to
erect it around the middle of May. The Park Board members concurred that a
decision could not be made at this time as more detailed and specific information
Is needed. Mr. Rice thanked Mr. Behringer, Mr. Phillips and Mr. Callopy for
their presentation. Mr. Rice suggested that the Bike Track Committee meet with
the recreation staff as to possible programming and for help with specific cost
estimates. No action taken.
Edina Park Board Minutes -2- April 13, 1976
Ill. PLANNING REQUEST S-76-2
Mr. Rosland reviewed Planning Request S-76-2 generally located south of
Dewey Hili Road, east of Schuster property and west of Delaney and Cahill Road.
The developers are proposing to subdivide the property into fourteen (14)
single family.lots.Planning Commission recommended approval with the stipulation
that the developers dedicate 5/ of the land located on the south portion to be
used for the southwest Edina Storm Sewer System to be identified as "park"
property.
Discussion was held on the costs of maintaining this property and also
the Park Board Members were very concerned that this piece not be labled "park"
property when it was being used for storm ponding.
After considerable discussion, Mrs. Shaw moved to disapprove S-76-2 as
this particular piece of property proposed to be dedicated as "park" property is
not within the spirit of the ordinance and should not be identified as "park".
Mrs. Lonsbury seconded and the motion was approved.
IV. BRAEMAR ARENA
Mr. Rosland reported that Council did approve the purchase of plexiglass
from the Providence Rhode Island Civic Center. He also notified the Board of
the court case in progress regarding the accident which occurred approximately
two years ago when a man, Carl Heino, was killed in a boiler explosion. Mr.
Rosland will keep the Board up-to-date on any action regarding this case.
V. ART CENTER
Mr. Rosland up -dated the Park Board on the present status of the proposed
art center and recommended that if some other area was used for an art center
and not the 44th Street Property, the existing structure be removed as soon as
possible. Mr. Rosland reviewed other possible art center sites that may be
made possible through the open space land acquisition.
VI. RECREATION REPORT
Mr. Kojetin stated that a high school youngster requested to use Pamela Park
for a soccer marathon in which all proceeds are to go to the Edina Ambulance Fund.
Mr. Kojetin requested that the student poll the surrounding homes to see if the
neighbors had any objections. Out of approximately 150 homes polled, only one
homeowner objected. After a brief discussion, Mrs. Shaw moved to approve the use
of Pamela Park for the soccer marathon to be held May 8, 1976. Mr. Warner
seconded and the motion was approved.
Mr. Kojetin announced that the Youth Baseball and Edina Jr. Baseball
Associations were still accepting registration; however, both had dropped in
attendance. A meeting had been held with both Boards in regards to the possibility
of merging the two for more continuity between the two Boards. He will keep the
Park Board up-to-date for any further action.
Edina Park Board Minutes -3- April 13, 1976
Vii. MC GUIRE PARK
Mr. Rosland presented a letter that he had received regarding water damage
to a resident's basement allegedly caused by Improper drainage at the McGuire
Park skating rink. Mr. Rosland recommended to discontinue the rink and fill and
regrade the area. Mr. Rice requested that the decision of discontinuing the
skating rink be deferred until a later date. All members concurred.
Vill. Mr.Rosland reported that Mr. Mike Kirkpatrick had contacted him for the
possibility of purchasing a portion of land from the City of Edina located on the
northwest tip of Bredesen Park for the purpose of developing the area for single
family homes. Mr. Rosland stated that although this portion of property was not
necessary for the park, there may be problems concerning HUD since HUD funds may
have been used to purchase the land and therefore it could not be sold. This;
however, would have to be checked into further by the city attorney. Mr. Rice
recommended to defer any action until such time this land can be reviewed by the
Park Board members at the next meeting. No action taken.
IX. Mr. Rosland referenced to the open hockey playing at Braemar Arena. Mr.
Kojetin has compiled a format which he requested the Board's approval. This open
hockey consists of two sessions;April 7 through May 12 and June 20 through August
29. Lengthy discussion was held on the potential loss of income since the experi-
ence of this program has not been too great in other communities. The Park Board
members concurred that the first session be run on a trial basis with a staff
report at the next Park Board meeting for further discussion.
X. Mr. Rice reported on the meeting held with county officials, Ken Rosland,
Jerry Dalen and himself regarding the sale of the property located at Braemar
Park to Hennepin County. County officials at that time raised their offer from
$63,000 to $75,000 for the purchase of the property. After brief discussion,
Mr. Turnbull moved to approve the $75,000 offered by Hennepin County for a portion
of Braemar Park for the Valley View and County Road #18 interchange. Mrs. Shaw
seconded and the motion was approved.
XI. Discussion was held on the May Park Board meeting. Mr. Fischer and Mrs.
Lonsbury proposed a tour of park facilities and a business meeting at the Braemar
Golf Course Clubhouse. All members concurred and notices will be sent at a later
date.
XII. Meeting adjourned at 10:08 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken Rosland
Edina Park Board
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