Parks and Recreation Board

PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD

9:00 A.M. April 8, 2015

Present: Steve VanHouse Jenny Goutermont Carlene Perfetto – excused Nathan Stadler Jody Reineccius – excused Mark LeBlanc Jodi Kasapidis – excused

Michael Guzzo, Arena Manager/Recreation Director Jessica Bockovich, Jan Lillis, Nancy Gustafson

VanHouse called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m.

Agenda – Horse Park Proposal was added to communications and Lynch I Fencing was added to old business. Motion by Stadler, second LeBlanc to approve the agenda as amended. MOTION CARRIED.

Minutes – Motion by Stadler, second VanHouse to approve minutes of the March 11 meeting. MOTION CARRIED.

COMMUNICATIONS

Letter to school district – The board reviewed a letter sent to the school district requesting payment for the arena lease agreement, and it was noted that this payment has been received.

Letter to Northshore Mining – The board reviewed a letter sent to Northshore Mining requesting a $350 donation for the Bike Rodeo.

Horse Park Proposal – Bockovich Lillis and Gustafson presented information regarding developing a horse park in the City. There was discussion about proposed locations for the park, expenses and possible funding sources, maintenance issues, parking issues, and proposed events. This issue was tabled.

OLD BUSINESS

Arena / Hockey Update – Guzzo reported on maintenance at the arena and planning for the 2015-2016 season.

Marina Update – It was noted that the Marina manager is working with the DNR to obtain a Clean Marina designation. There was discussion about seasonal slips and North Shore Scenic Cruises. It was noted that there will be a meeting with the Marina staff and the DNR on April 28, to prepare for the May 15 opening.

Black Beach – There was discussion about site development needed before opening, and it was noted that the City has received two quotes for fencing, and this issue will be brought to the April 20 Council meeting. 5-Year Plan Review – It was noted that the Council has approved the Parks and Recreation 2015-2019 5-Year Plan. There was discussion about the Veteran’s Home’s plans to install an outdoor band shell.

Lynch I Fencing – There was discussion about drainage issues, replacing the backstop and replacing the 4 foot fence with a 6 foot fence. It was noted that the school district will pay for this project, and the City would provide in-kind services. This issue is scheduled to be brought to the next school board meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

Annual Report – The board reviewed the 2014 annual report that will be submitted to the Lake County Rec. Board. There was discussion about the budget and participation in the different recreational programs.

Summer Rec. Schedule – The board reviewed a preliminary summer rec. schedule and fees and this issue was tabled to the next meeting. There was discussion about having a pickleball program at the arena. Motion by Stadler, second Goutermont to hold pickleball programs at the arena on Wednesday and Sunday evenings from April 12 to May 10, and charge a $10 per person fee. MOTION CARRIED.

Bike Rodeo – There was discussion about this event. Motion by Stadler, second Goutermont to hold the Bike Rodeo on May 6. MOTION CARRIED.

Motion by Stadler, second VanHouse to adjourn at 9:59 a.m. MOTION CARRIED.

Minutes taken by Lance K Beachem