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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 IQ