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Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Page 4 <br />July 10, 2024 <br /> <br /> <br />discussions on the subject, but we are going to give the concessions operations at the FT Center an <br />opportunity to get stabilized before we travel down those broader, long-term possibilities. <br /> <br />Commissioner Loidolt said if the concessions are not run through the organizations, it will take away <br />a significant amount of money from them, which makes the user fees go up. Mr. Stremcha shared that <br />the City could stock it and then staff it through them with volunteers being compensated, essentially <br />contracted concession stand hours. They would still provide the volunteers and work it but with a <br />consistent product and menu available. This was a very entry level conversation, and we recognize <br />that the user groups have a vested interest in the concession stand. <br /> <br />6.2 Rivers Edge Commons Seating <br /> <br />Mr. Stremcha shared the staff report regarding the seating which is eroding due to the drainage at the <br />park. The City Council did make it clear that we would not leverage the Park Improvement or Park <br />Dedication Funds. There are some alternative funding sources that can be leveraged for a project of <br />this scope and the Council will continue those conversations. Councilmember Beyer shared the <br />Council sees the value of this to continue and that is why they asked that it come back to the <br />Commission to get pricing. Mr. Stremcha shared if the Commission has potential concerns and would <br />like to offer that input, now would be a perfect time before the scope of work is developed. <br /> <br />Chair Anderson shared drainage or not, if we put limestone back on the hill it will erode again. Mr. <br />Stremcha shared that City Council’s consensus is to use concrete. <br /> <br />Commissioner Niziolek asked how long the park could potentially be closed. Mr. Stremcha shared it <br />depends on the Spring season, and it could be until May because it takes time for the turf to be <br />reestablished. The goal is to have it open by the first concert in June. Councilmember Beyer asked if <br />could be open for the Memorial Day program and Mr. Stremcha said we will shoot for that, but it is <br />all weather dependent for these projects. Commissioner Niziolek asked if we have a picture of the <br />concrete design. Mr. Stremcha said we do not have one at this stage, but he thinks Champlin has a <br />similar design with concrete and grass. <br /> <br />Commissioner Goodwin confirmed the functionality will be like what we have now, just not <br />limestone and Mr. Stremcha confirmed that is correct. <br /> <br />6.3 Disc Golf <br /> <br />Mr. Stremcha presented the staff report. Camp Cozy was discussed as a potential site, but disc golf is <br />not a compatible amenity. The parks that have potential sites are Meadowvale Heights Park and Burr <br />Oak Park. Any items or inclusions of amenities for those locations would be great opportunity to <br />discuss at a site tour. <br /> <br />Commissioner Niziolek suggested having a natural resource inventory before we look at Burr Oak <br />and make sure the natural resource elements might be negatively impacted by foot traffic. There are <br />some indications that some plant communities are worth looking at. Chair Anderson asked who could <br />make that assessment and Commissioner Niziolek said he could seek individuals that could look at <br />that, but he is not sure if staff has any recommendations. Mr. Stremcha said if he has any referrals <br />staff can take that into advisement. <br />Page 8 of 72