05-08-2024 Parks and Recreation Commission Packet (4)

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Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Page 5 April 10, 2024 Commissioner Niziolek thinks some verbiage is needed to collaborate with Sherburne County and adjacent townships and cities on potential park related issues such as trail connections, recreational facilities, and the Great Northern Trail. Mr. Stremcha suggested adding parks, trails, and recreational opportunities as part of the external organizations to bullet point two. External organizations apply to any kind of entity. Commissioners discussed the removing array from the second bullet point, and all agreed. The changes are as follows: ▪Support with the promotion of city parks, trails, and recreational facilities. ▪Collaborate with external organizations to consider the offering of appropriate parks, trails, and recreation opportunities for the youth and adults of the city. ▪Collaborate with city staff to support the proper maintenance and development of city parks, trails, and recreation facilities. Moved by Commissioner Loidolt and seconded by Commissioner Goodwin to recommend to the City Council to approve the revision to the reworded Parks and Recreation Ordinance. Motion carried 6-0. 7.4 Camp Cozy Park Natural Resources Management Plan Stremcha shared that at the last meeting it was discussed adding in some features. Those features are identified in the attached map. The plan was approved by the Commission in December 2023 with the revision based on the commission's recommendation. Moved by Commissioner Niziolek and seconded by Commissioner Stewart to approve the Camp Cozy Park Natural Resources Management Plan with the recreational amenities located on the map. Motion carried 6-0. 8.1 Recreation Amenities Length of Season Mr. Stremcha shared staff would like to get feedback from the Commission on when is an appropriate time for seasonal amenities to be added or subtracted from the community. Historically, on April 1 or May 1, depending on the spring season, things start to roll out, such as pickleball nets, archery ranges, etc. From a budget perspective is the Commission okay with having one pickleball net up year-round to provide those opportunities? Is this something we want to consider for future budgets to incorporate those types of amenities with longer seasons or have the flexibility with staff making the judgment calls? What are the Commission's feedback and thoughts on the length of season for amenities? Commissioner Niziolek suggests taking the staff’s recommendation. If the staff feels confident, they can put up pickleball nets early without damage then they should do that. Staff needs to be in charge and should listen to what the community has to say. Page 7 of 125