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CITY OF STILLWATER
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
DECEMBER 17, 2012
Present: Chairman Linda Amrein, Commissioners David Brandt, Rob McGarry, Solveg
Peterson, Sandy Snellman, Don Stiff, Councilmember Mike Polehna
Absent: Commissioner Scott Christensen
Staff present: Public Works Superintendent Tim Moore, City Planner Mike Pogge
Approval of Minutes:
Motion by Snellman, seconded by Brandt, to approve the
October 22, 2012 minutes. All in favor.
OPEN FORUM
- There were no public comments.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
Bergstein Warehouse and Shoddy Mill Buildings
Pogge stated that the two buildings were moved from Oak Park Heights to the Terra
Terminal site. The City is beginning a re-use study and evaluation of what it will take to
bring the buildings up to code so they can be used. He solicited Commission input on
uses for the buildings. Amrein suggested the buildings be used for restrooms or
concession sales of inexpensive food items. Brandt asked if the buildings could be used
for canoe or kayak storage. Polehna mentioned bike rental, a city dock or fishing area.
Pogge said because of its high ceilings and open space, the large building has a lot of
flexibility; the smaller building is a good size for a restroom.
COMMISSION ITEMS/TOPICS
Downtown Bathrooms
Amrein mentioned seeing that the new restroom was closed for the season, and asked
when it closed. Moore said the new bathrooms were closed in November because if
kept open, the City would need to employ staff on the weekends; also there is no heat,
so pipes would freeze in the winter. Polehna said the City would not be able to afford to
heat the bathrooms in the winter to the extent needed to keep them open.
Trails
Moore said volunteers had trouble grooming trails without snow. The County groomer
helped and the City is working on the issue.
Skating Rinks
Moore reported that weather has interfered with preparation of skating rinks.
The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m. for a holiday gathering at the home of Solveg
Peterson.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Kink
Recording Secretary