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AGENDA
CITY OF MAPLEWOOD
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
6:00 PM October 20, 2021
City Hall, Council Chambers
Meeting is also available on Comcast Ch.16 and streaming via vod.maplewoodmn.gov
A. CALL TO ORDER
B. ROLL CALL
C. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. September 15, 2021
E. NEW BUSINESS
1. Swearing in of New Commissioners
2. Recreation Programming Update
F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
G. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1. Parks and Natural Resources Updates – (No Report)
J. ADJOURNMENT
RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY
Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Commission Meetings - elected
officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be heard and
understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Commission meetings, it is
understood that everyone will follow these principles:
Speak only for yourself, not for other Commission members or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your
colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition.
Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each other.
Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of Commission members, staff or
others in public.
Be respectful of each other’s time keeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive.
MINUTES
MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
6:00p.m., September 15, 2021
Wednesday, July 21, 2021
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes
A.CALL TO ORDER
A meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairperson
Mallet at 6:00 p.m.
B.ROLL CALL
Commissioners
Craig Brannon, Commissioner Present
Vickie Lee-Her, Commissioner Present
Terri Mallet, Chair Present
Karen Poppa, Commissioner Present
Kimii Porter, Commissioner Present
Staff
Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager Present
Nikki Villavicencio, City Council Liaison Present
Neil Breneman, Recreation Program Supervisor Present
Mike Sable, Assistant City Manager/HR Director Present
C.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the agenda.
Seconded by Commissioner Porter. Ayes – All
The motion passed.
D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1.May 19, 2021
Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the July 21, 2021 Parks and
Recreation Commission minutes.
Seconded by Commissioner Poppa Ayes – All
E.NEW BUSINESS
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Wednesday, April 21, 2021
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes
1.Parks and Recreation Programming and Nature Center Task Force Update
Mike Sable, Assistant City Manager/Human Resources Director, gave an update
on the progress made on the goals set by the task forces. Mike Sable, Neil
Breneman, and Audra Robbins answered questions.
2.Afton Field Use Agreement
Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager, shared details regarding the St.
Paul Jazz Pigs Rugby Club’s request to install a semi-permanent goal system at
Afton Heights Park. Neil Breneman and Audra Robbins answered questions.
Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the agreement.
Seconded by Commissioner Porter. Ayes – All
F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS
G.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
H.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS
I.STAFF PRESENTATIONS
1.Parks and Recreation Update
Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager, shared about losing two
commissioners and upcoming interviews with the City Council to fill those
vacancies. Ms. Robbins gave an update on new Gaga ball pits installed as
Eagle Scout projects; the new tennis and basketball courts at Vista Hills Park,
and the Gethsemane playground replacement.
J.ADJOURNMENT
Commissioner Brannon made a motion to adjourn the meeting.
Seconded by Commissioner Porter.Ayes – All
The motion passed.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
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State of Minnesota )
County of Ramsey ) SS
City of Maplewood )
I, Monica Barton, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of
the State of Minnesota and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of Commissioner of the Parks &
Recreation Commission in the City of Maplewood, in the County of Ramsey and the State of Minnesota, to
the best of my judgment and ability. So help me God.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
19th day of May, 2021
___________________________________________ __________________________________________
Audra Robbins Monica Barton
Liaison Parks & Recreation Commission
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State of Minnesota )
County of Ramsey ) SS
City of Maplewood )
I, Mark Harris, do solemnly swear that I will support the Constitution of the United States and of
the State of Minnesota and faithfully discharge the duties of the office of Commissioner of the Parks &
Recreation Commission in the City of Maplewood, in the County of Ramsey and the State of Minnesota, to
the best of my judgment and ability. So help me God.
Subscribed and sworn to before me this
19th day of May, 2021
___________________________________________ __________________________________________
Audra Robbins Mark Harris
Liaison Parks & Recreation Commission
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