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Home My WebLink About2022-11-16 PRC Packet AGENDA CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 6:00 PM November 16, 2022 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. October 19, 2022 E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Maplewood Connectivity Discussion 2. Programming Update F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS G. VISITOR PRESENTATION H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1. Parks and Natural Resources Updates 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., October 19, 2022 Wednesday, October 19, 2022 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 Absent Vickie Lee-Her, Commissioner Present Monica Barton, Commissioner Absent Terri Mallet, Chair Present Mark Harris, Commissioner Present Kimii Porter, Commissioner Absent Jason DeMoe, Commissioner Present Staff Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager Present C.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Commissioner Harris made a motion to approve the agenda. Seconded by Commissioner Lee-Her.Ayes – All The motion passed. D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. September 21, 2022 Commissioner Lee-Her made a motion to approve the September 21, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Harris Ayes – All The motion passed. E. NEW BUSINESS 1.Swearing in of New Commission Member Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager, swore in and introduced the new member: Jason DeMoe D1 Wednesday, October 19, 2022 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes 2. Ellen Paulseth – 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Plan Ellen Paulseth, Finance Director, gave a presentation on the Capital Improvement Plan for the City and how that works with/impacts the Parks and Natural Resources Department. Commission asked of staff regarding the plan. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS G. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1. Eagle Scout Project Update Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager, updated the commission on the progress of the bird feeder Eagle Scout project. 2. Trunk or Treat Audra gave another update on the event taking place at City Hall on Saturday 10/29 and told them we will be having a department vehicle decorated. 3. Goat Update Audra discussed the goats at City Hall for the second portion of the invasive species management with goats. 4. Campus Reseeding Update on another reseeding at City Hall for the campus pollinator project. 5. Pop Up Skills Bike Update Gave a brief update on the pop up bike skills course at 4 Seasons. Provided feedback from the event to the council and answered commission questions. 6. EAB Class Informed the commission of the upcoming EAB class taking place on Saturday November 12. 7. 4H School Out Classes Audra discussed the 4H school out classes at the Nature Center again with the commission. Noted that 4H had their own scholarships available for those in need. J. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Harris made a motion to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Commissioner Lee-her Ayes – All The motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 6:40 p.m. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Meeting Date November 16, 2022 REPORT TO: Parks and Recreation Commission REPORT FROM: Audra Robbins, Parks and Natural Resources Manager PRESENTER: Steve Love, Director of Public Works/City Engineer AGENDA ITEM: Maplewood Connectivity Discussion Action Requested: ☐ Motion Discussion ☐ Public Hearing Form of Action: ☐Resolution ☐ Ordinance ☐ Contract/Agreement ☐ Proclamation Policy Issue: This item is informational and intended to provide the Parks and Recreation Commission an overview of existing trails, sidewalks, etc. in Maplewood as well as future connections and maintenance. Public Works Director Steve Love will join us to lead the discussion. Recommended Motion: N/A Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact?  No ☐ Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0. Financing source(s): ☐ Adopted Budget ☐ Budget Modification ☐ New Revenue Source ☐Use of Reserves ☐ Other: na Strategic Plan Relevance: ☐Financial Sustainability ☐Integrated Communication ☐Targeted Redevelopment Operational Effectiveness Community Inclusiveness Infrastructure & Asset Mgmt. Background The Parks and Recreation Commission made it one of their 2022 goals to have a meeting dedicated to discussing trails and connectivity within Maplewood. Attachments None E1 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION STAFF REPORT Meeting Date November 16, 2022 REPORT TO: Parks and Recreation Commission REPORT FROM: Audra Robbins, Parks and Natural Resources Manager PRESENTER: Neil Breneman, Recreation Program Supervisor AGENDA ITEM: Programming Update Action Requested: ☐ Motion Discussion ☐ Public Hearing Form of Action: ☐Resolution ☐ Ordinance ☐ Contract/Agreement ☐ Proclamation Policy Issue: This item is informational and intended to provide the Parks and Recreation Commission an update on Parks & Natural Resources Programming Recommended Motion: N/A Fiscal Impact: Is There a Fiscal Impact?  No ☐ Yes, the true or estimated cost is $0. Financing source(s): ☐ Adopted Budget ☐ Budget Modification ☐ New Revenue Source ☐Use of Reserves ☐ Other: na Strategic Plan Relevance: Financial Sustainability ☐Integrated Communication ☐Targeted Redevelopment ☐Operational Effectiveness Community Inclusiveness ☐Infrastructure & Asset Mgmt. Two task forces were formed consisting of residents, stakeholders, and other parties to help develop a new model of service for the Parks & Recreation Programming and Nature Center services in Maplewood. Background At the June 22, 2020 City Council Meeting, direction was given to staff to develop two Task Forces of residents, stakeholders, and other parties to help develop a new model of service for both the Nature Center and for Parks & Recreation Programming in the City of Maplewood. On July 13, 2020, the City Council passed a resolution for formation of the Parks & Recreation Programming and Nature Center Task Forces. E2 On August 24, 2020, the City Council appointed residents and stakeholders to the two Task Forces. Staff included Audra Robbins, Neil Breneman, and Mike Sable. The Task Forces met seven (7) times since and completed a report for the City Council with recommendations. Recommendations included short-, medium-, and long-term implementation timelines. At the January 25, 2021 city council meeting, the task forces presented their findings and recommendations. Since that time, staff has been engaged at all levels of the community and with outside partners to begin implementation where appropriate. The following information is an update on those activities. Attachments None