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CITY OF STILLWATER
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
December 16, 2013
Present: Chairman Linda Amrein, Commissioners Rob McGarry, David Brandt,
Solveg Peterson, Council Liaison Mike Polehna
Absent: Commissioners Scott Christensen, Don Stiff, Sandy Snellman
Staff present: Public Works Superintendent Tim Moore
Others present: Bruce Werre, Roger Ruetten
Approval of Minutes -
Motion by Brandt, seconded by Amrein, to approve the
November 25, 2013 minutes. All in favor.
OPEN FORUM
- There were no public comments.
ACTION ITEMS
McKusick Lake Neighborhood Fishing Pier
Moore stated that the City has been approached by Bruce Werre, representing
lakeshore owners, with a proposal to install an 18-foot octagon fishing pier on the north
side of McKusick Lake.
Bruce Werre clarified that he wants to get some of the groundwork done before going to
the lakeshore owners for approval. He would want 100% lakeshore owner approval
before going forward with the project. The Department of Natural Resources’ Fishing in
the Neighborhood (FIN) Program is interested in partnering with the McKusick Lake
Association and the City on the project. The FIN Program would provide the materials
for the dock and stock bluegill sunfish in the spring. Installation would be largely with
donations and volunteer labor. The dock would have to be handicapped-accessible. He
hopes the City would provide engineering resources, and if a trail ramp is required for
ADA compliance, possibly provide the money for that. Cost of a bituminous ramp would
be about $2,000. The dock would also be an observation platform for wildlife. After
installation, the dock would be City-owned.
Roger Ruetten noted that the project may qualify for a Sunrise Rotary Club grant and
Rotary Foundation matching funding.
Motion by Amrein, seconded by Peterson, that the Commission recommend the project
in concept and direct staff to work with the McKusick Lake Association and other related
organizations as needed to move the project along. All in favor.
Park and Recreation Board Minutes
December 16, 2013
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2014 Park Fees and Tents
Moore explained that the Commission needs to review park fees for 2014 and also
address the issue of whether tents should be allowed in Lowell Park. Staff recommends
that no tents be allowed in Lowell Park except for special events open to the public, and
the maximum tent size allowed in Pioneer Park be 20’ by 20’ or 400 square feet
maximum. Staff also proposes that the rental fee for the amphitheater at Lowell Park be
$100 damage deposit and a $125 fee, similar to the Pioneer Park Bandshell.
Polehna suggested making all damage deposits $100 to make it easier. He feels there
should be a higher fee for commercial use of the parks, for example a movie production
company that wants to use Lowell Park for a day.
McGarry said the City is not in the business of making a profit, so the Commission might
consider eliminating fees for park use.
Motion by McGarry, seconded by Brandt, to recommend approval of the staff
recommendation for 2014 park fees and tent restrictions. All in favor.
COMMISSION ITEMS/TOPICS
Rinks and Trails
Moore said the ice rinks are open. The trail groomer is working well.
Motion by Amrein, seconded by McGarry, to adjourn. All in favor.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Julie Kink
Recording Secretary