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Home My WebLink About2023-04-19 PRC PacketAGENDA CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 6:00 PM April 19, 2023 A.CALL TO ORDER B.ROLL CALL C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.February 15, 2023 E.NEW BUSINESS 1.Ramsey County Tuj Lub Courts Presentation 2.Playground Inspection Results 3.Picnic Shelter Additions F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS G.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 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., February 15, 2023 Wednesday, February 15, 2023 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 Monica Barton, Commissioner Present 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 amend the agenda to add election of officers to new business. Seconded by Commissioner Brannon. Ayes – All The motion passed. D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. January 18, 2023 Commissioner Harris made a motion to approve the January 18, 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes. Seconded by Commissioner Lee-Her Ayes – All The motion passed. E. NEW BUSINESS 1. Election of Officers (Chair and Vice Chair) CHAIRPERSON ELECTION: D1 Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes Commissioner Brannon made a motion to nominate Terri Mallet for chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Seconded by Commissioner Barton. Commission members voted and Terri Mallet was elected chair of the parks and Recreation Commission. VICE CHAIRPERSON ELECTION: Commissioner Mallet made a motion to nominate Craig Brannon for vice chair of the Parks and Recreation Commission. Seconded by Commissioner Lee-Her. Commission members voted and Craig Brannon was elected vice chair of the parks and Recreation Commission. 2.Review of the Maplewood Parks and Recreation System Master Plan Audra Robbins, Parks and Natural Resources Manager, and commission members discussed/reviewed the background of the process of the original master plan and the executive summary of the plan. The commission discussed ideas on how to integrate the review of the plan in future commission meetings and goals. F. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1.2023 Parks & Recreation Commission Goal Setting Commission finalized the 2023 goals. Commissioner Brannon made a motion to approve the 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission goals as amended. Seconded by Commissioner Harris. Ayes – All G.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS H. COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS 1.Chairperson Brannon expressed his desire to reassess the master plan for Harvest Park at a future meeting. I. STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1.4H Program Update Audra Robbins updated the commission on the 4H program at the Nature Center that was full with a waiting list and the remaining 4H classes. 2.Skate with Public Safety Update Audra updated the commission on the Skate w Public Safety event at Wakefield. 3. Egg Hunt 2023 Audra D1 Wednesday, February 15, 2023 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes J. ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Brannon made a motion to adjourn. Seconded by Commissioner Harris.Ayes – All The motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:25 p.m. D1 EEaasstteerr EEgggg HHuunntt CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO RECAP Battle of the Badges April 13th (noon–6:00 p.m.) North Fire Station Earth Week Challenge April 17 – 23 Various locations Rice & Larpenteur Spring Clean-up April 22nd (9-11:30 a.m) Rice and Larpenteur Spring Clean-up April 22nd (8a.m.-1:00p.m.) Aldrich Arena Fire Department Bike Rodeo May 9th (5-8:00 p.m.) North Fire Station Cop on a Rooftop (Special Olympics) May 19th (6–9a.m.) Dunkin Donuts (Co Rd D and Hwy 61) Arbor Day Event May 20th (9:30 a.m.–noon) City Hall National Get Outdoors Day Treasure Hunt June 10th Touch-a-Truck June 14th (6–7:30 p.m.) YMCA Parking lot Summer Nature Photo Contest July – all month Various Locations Light it Up Maplewood July 4th (4–11 p.m.) Hazelwood Park Fishing with Friends No Date or Time set yet Spoon Lake July Celebrate Summer July 26th (6–7:30 p.m.) Afton Heights Park National Night Out August 1st (5-9:00 p.m.) City Wide Event Putt Putt with Public Safety No Date or Time set yet Mini course by the Goodrich Dome August Celebrate Summer August 23th (6–7:30 p.m.) Edgerton Park Fire Department Open House October 7th (11 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) North Fire Station Trunk or Treat October 28th (11 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) City Hall Parking Lot Rice & Larpenteur Winter Warm-up No Date or Time set yet Rice and Larpenteur Santa Parade December 9th (9:00a.m.-1:00 p.m.) City Wide Event 2023 Community Events Maplewoodmn.gov/events to stay up to date with our latest event information.Click on