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03/04/2024 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting March 04, 2024 7:00 PM 7071 University Avenue NE Fridley, MN 55432 Agenda Call to Order Roll Call Approval of Agenda Approval of Meeting Minutes 1.February 5, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Open Forum The open forum allows the public to address the Commission on subjects that are not on the Regular Agenda. The Commission will accept feedback or questions from the public and asks that comments are limited to five minutes or less. New Business 2.Election of Vice Chair 3.Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision 4.Updated 2024 Neighborhood Park Playground Design for Sylvan Hills Park 5.Parks and Recreation Commission 2024 Goals and Workplan Review Old Business Staff Reports 6.Springbrook Nature Center Report 7.Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report 8.Park Maintenance Report Adjournment 2 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda Page 2 3/4/2024 Upon request, accommodation will be provided to allow individuals with disabilities to participate in any City of Fridley services, programs, or activities. Hearing impaired persons who need an interpreter or other persons who require auxiliary aids should contact the City at (763) 572-3450. 3 Jufn!2/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March 4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director Title February 5, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Background Attached are the meeting minutes of the February 5, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission. Financial Impact None. Recommendation Staff recommendsapproval of the February 5, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission minutes. Attachments and Other Resources February 5, 2024 Parks and Recreation Minutes. Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 4 Jufn!2/ Park Commission Meeting February 5,2024 7:00 PM Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue NE Minutes Call to Order Chair Bormancalled the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 7:00p.m. Present Luke Cardona Peter Borman SuadMaow Don Whalen Absent EB Graham Tim Kirk Ken Schultz Also Present Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director JesslynQuiram, Engineering Technician Approve Parks & Recreation Commission Agenda for February 5, 2024 Motionby CommissionerCardonato approve the February 5,2024meeting agenda. Seconded by CommissionerWhalen. The motion passed unanimously. Approve Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes for December 4, 2023 and January 2,2024 Motionby CommissionerCardonato approve the December 4, 2023 meeting minutes. Secondedby CommissionerMaow. The motion passed unanimously. Motionby Commissioner Cardonato approve the January 2,2024meeting minutes. Secondedby Commissioner Whalen. The motion passed unanimously. New Business 1.Springbrook Nature Center Foundation Spree Event 5 Jufn!2/ Park Commission 2/5/2024 Minutes Page 2 Parks and Recreation Director Mike Maher introduced members from the Springbrook Nature Center Board who were present at the meeting. Kim Tillberry, Allison, Egan, and Neal Hayford introduced themselves and provided information on the Springbrook Nature Center and the Foundation Spree Event which will take place on April 6, 2024. They are still looking for donations and volunteers for the event. The Foundation is also looking for additional Board members. More information can be found on the website. The Commission thanked the members of the Foundation for the work they do on behalf of the Springbrook Nature Center. 2.!Commons Park Planning Update Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director, provided background information on the Park System Improvement Plan and the themes and goals that were identified during that planning process. He stated that Commons Park is a unique site and is a larger community park. He provided the concept plan that was created in 2021 and noted that the goal would be to meet the needs of the community. He reviewed the current status and potential project timeline noting that they will continue to work on planning and community engagement throughout 2024. He provided information on the community vision for the Commons Park redevelopment to be inclusive and include four season recreation, community programs, and safety and security. He provided more details on what could potentially be included in the recreation building. He highlighted some potential wish list items for the park that had been mentioned during community engagement and reviewed the next steps and some additional discussion points. Chair Borman reiterated that this is still in the concept phase, and nothing has yet been set in stone. He recognized that in order to accommodate the vision to recreate a destination park, some things will need to change. He also noted that when looking at the park it is difficult to determine what is City property and property owned by the School District as the spaces flow together. Commissioner Cardona commented that it is nice to see this moving along, recognizing that they are very early in the planning and outreach process, but noted that this does look like it is shaping up to be a destination park. He asked for details on the upcoming community engagement events for this process. Mr. Maher recognized the primary stakeholder groups, noting that staff will meet with those parties in the next month which will be followed up with the typical process related to playground design. Chair Borman asked and received confirmation that the building at this location is not currently used for park programing. Mr. Maher confirmed that the parks department does not currently use this space for its programing, but does partner with the school district and is a location for community education programing, and will plan to use the new building for future programing needs. 6 Jufn!2/ Jake Karnopp, Fridley School Board and Fridley Youth Baseball Association, stated that he was present tonight to see some of the plans being considered. He commented on the difficulty he had in finding the notice for the meeting and looked forward to a more robust presentation at the City Council meeting. He stated that last year there were 124 kids registered for youth baseball, with the majority of those being Fridley residents. He noted that not all Fridley residents attend schools in Fridley. He stated that there were seven teams playing on the two fields in Commons Park last year and provided details on the scheduling difficulties. He stated that if the plan remains as proposed, baseball will lose kids because there is not a safe crossing and there will not be enough space. He recognized that this is a big project and just wanted to ensure that their voices are heard. He commented that the current concept would have a negative impact on baseball which would then impact the soccer program as well. He recognized that the intent is to create a destination park, but wanted to ensure that the park was meant to be a destination for Fridley residents. Commissioner Whalen appreciated the input and the desire for youth sports to be represented early in this process. Mr. Karnopp provided details on the financial assistance provided through youth sports for those families that are unable to pay the registration costs. He also noted grants that the association has received that have assisted with providing equipment to children. He provided information on the other fields in Fridley and why, or why not, those would be viable options for play. Chair Borman commented that he would like to make all park users happy, but recognized the difficulty for users to see what is City property and what is School District property. Mr. Karnopp provided details on the fields that are on City property and those that are on school property. Commissioner Cardona asked the number of fields that would be removed in the concept. Mr. Maher noted that in the previous concept and the concept from 2021, both concepts would remove at least one or more baseball fields. Mr. Karnopp stated that he would want to see two baseball fields remain to support the youth baseball program in Fridley. 3.!Neighborhood Park Site Plan Review Plymouth-Logan-Edgewater Gardens Mr. Maher provided background information on the 2024 neighborhood park draft designs. Jesslyn Quiram, Engineering Technician, began her presentation with Edgewater Gardens providing an overview of the already approved playground design for the park and overall park design. She highlighted changes from the concept to the design draft, explaining that those were guided by public input received. She then moved to Logan and the playground design that was approved by the Commission. She compared the original concept to the design draft, again noting that the changes were driven by input received from the public. She then moved to 7 Jufn!2/ Park Commission 2/5/2024 Minutes Page 4 Plymouth Square, highlighting the approved playground design and reviewing the design draft. She noted that there is not much difference between the concept and design draft. Chair Borman commented that the plans look good and asked if construction would begin this year. Ms. Quiram confirmed that the plan is to begin construction this summer on these parks. 4.!Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision Mr. Maher stated that occasionally the group reviews the mission and vision to ensure those are still aligned with the current direction and focus. He stated that staff has drafted two versions of updated mission and vision statements for the Commission to review and provide input on. Commissioner Whalen commented that he prefers version one of the updated statements. The Commission agreed. Motion by Commissioner Whalen to adopt version one of the proposed mission and vision statements. Seconded by Commissioner Maow. The motion passed unanimously. Old Business Staff Reports 5.!Springbrook Nature Center Report Mr. Maher reviewed some highlights from the report including new carpeting in the classroom space, winter programing, and events. 6.!Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report Mr. Maher stated that the program enrollment numbers were included in the packet for review. He stated that fall programming wrapped up and they are now in the winter programing. He recognized the poor weather conditions for outdoor skating, noting the season was about eight days long. 7.!Park Maintenance and Construction Report Mr. Maher provided a brief overview of the written report. Chair Borman asked if the existing shelters at Moore Lake would be freshened up. Mr. Maher commented that there is one new shelter being installed in the place of an old shelter. He stated that they do hope to clean up the existing shelters with some new paint to match the aesthetic of the rest of the park. 8 Jufn!2/ Adjournment Commissioner Cardona made the motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:31 p.m. Secondedby Commissioner Whalen. The motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Amanda Staple Recording Secretary 9 Jufn!3/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director Title Election ofVice Chair Background Per Fridley code 105.02, each commission shall annually elect a vice chairperson. At any meeting of the commission ifthe chairperson is unable to attend, the vice chairperson shall act as the chairperson. Financial Impact None Recommendation Staff recommends the Commission accepts nominations for the chairperson role and vote on any nominated individuals to elect a vice chairfor 2024. Attachments and Other Resources None Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be asafe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. : Jufn!4/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director Title Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision Background Adraft Mission and Vision statement for Fridley Parks and Recreation has been prepared for review by the Parks and Recreation Commission. Staff recommends that a mission and vision statement be as the Park System Improvement Plan is implemented. Further, a clearly defined mission and vision will guide staff as new programs and services are evaluated and community partnerships are leveraged to meet the needs of the community. A draft version ofthe Mission and Vision statements was reviewed and endorsed by the Commission at th the February 5meeting.Final versions, with a minor edit to the Vision statement are presented for an additional review before adoption by the Parks and Recreation Department. Financial Impact None. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Commission endorse the Mission and Vision statements for adoption. Attachments and Other Resources Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision Statements for Commission Review Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 21 Jufn!4/ Mission and Vision Statements Fridley Parks and Recreation 22 Jufn!4/ Mission and Vision Statements Parks and Recreation Fridley Parks and Recreation Mission and Vision Statements Purpose trails, and programsas the Park System Improvement Plan is implemented Provide direction to staff on community priorities Provide a tool to define scope of community impact in relationto other agencies such as Anoka County Parks and Fridley Public Schools Community Education Springbrook Nature Center Fridley Parks and Parks and Trails Recreation Fridley Recreation 1 23 Jufn!4/ Mission and Vision Statements Parks and Recreation 2 24 Jufn!5/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director Title Updated 2024 Neighborhood Park Playground Designfor Sylvan Hills Park Background Four neighborhood park projects are scheduled in 2024 as part of the approved Park System Improvement Plan. Initial playground concepts for these four parks were brought before residents at a series of neighborhood meetings during the summer of 2023. Preferred concepts were selected and refined based on comments and resident input. Adraft final designisattached for review by the Commission. Aspring rider element was added as well as a subtle space theme to compliment neighborhood street names such as Jupiter Rd, Star Ln, Mercury Dr, and Satellite Ln. Financial Impact A budget framework has been approved for each park improvement as part of the Park System Improvement Plan (PSIP). Park concept plans and playground concept plans have been developed to fit within the already established guidelines of the PSIP. Staff will manage the budget for each park improvement project to stay within budget. Recommendation Staff recommends that the Commission endorsesthe refined playground designs for Sylvan HillsPark. Attachments and Other Resources Refined playground design for Sylvan Hills Park Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 25 Jufn!5/ FLAGSHIP RECREATION 11123 UPPER 33RD ST N LAKE ELMO, MN 55082 763-550-7860 FLAGSHIPPLAY.COM @FLAGSHIPPLAY FRIDLEY, MN SYLVAN HILLSPLAYGROUND 6204 JUPITER ROAD NE REVISION 021224 SALES REPRESENTATIVE: BRETT ALTERGOTT d Design 2-9-24\\SylvanHills Revision DESIGNED BY: AO 2/13/24 3/16" = 1'-0" LS101 C:\\Users\\AlexandraOlson\\Flagship Recreation\\Flagship Recreation - Documents\\2024 Planning\\Brett\\B_Fridley_Sylvan Hills\\Preferre020924\\Fridley_SylvanHills 021224.dwg 26 Jufn!5/ FLAGSHIP RECREATION 11123 UPPER 33RD ST N LAKE ELMO, MN 55082 763-550-7860 FLAGSHIPPLAY.COM @FLAGSHIPPLAY FRIDLEY, MN SYLVAN HILLS 6204 JUPITER ROAD NE &SAFETY SURFACING SUBGRADE PREPARATION SALES REPRESENTATIVE: BRETT ALTERGOTT d Design 2-9-24\\SylvanHills Revision DESIGNED BY: AO 2/14/24 3/16" = 1'-0" LG101 C:\\Users\\AlexandraOlson\\Flagship Recreation\\Flagship Recreation - Documents\\2024 Planning\\Brett\\B_Fridley_Sylvan Hills\\Preferre020924\\Fridley_SylvanHills 021224.dwg 27 Jufn!5/ 28 Jufn!5/ 29 Jufn!5/ 2: Jufn!5/ 31 Jufn!5/ 32 Jufn!5/ 33 Jufn!5/ 34 Jufn!5/ State Contract #218091 PROJECT INFORMATION Sylva Hills Park 6204 JUPITER ROAD NE Fridley, MN, 55432 2024 EQUIPMENT INFORMATION & PRICING Description QtyItem No.PriceExt Price 35 Jufn!5/ 2-5 Equipment 36 Jufn!5/ Total Equipment Cost at State Contract Pricing$145,860.00 37 Jufn!5/ 2/14/2024 City of Fridley 7071 University Ave., N.E Fridley, MN 55432 Mike Maher PRELIMINARY BUDGET - THIS IS AN ESTIMATE & NOT A FORMAL QUOTE Possible Preliminary BudgetPossible AdditionsReductionsQTYNotes Play Equipment 2024 List Price of Equipment Sylvan Hills (2/13/23)141,908.00 8%(6% discount under $80,000 & 8% discount $80,000 & above) State Contract #218091(11,352.64) Sylvan Hills (2/13/23)3,952.00 5% State Contract #218091(197.60)(5% discount on all custom) 0.00 Delivery of Play equipment1,200.00Assumes two truck loads Mobilization750.00 Dumpster(s) - 30 Yard750.00 Site work 7,712Assumes 12" excavation 10,485.35 0 By Others Possible reduction if disposal site is located within city 286 6,295.67(3,147.83) limits of the project Possible reduction if excavated material can be delivered to a site within city limits of the 286 6,295.67(6,295.67) project that does not charge for the offloading of material. 1,618.59 Border Options 262 12,552.49 21.31%Standard labor rate unless otherwise noted Equipment Installation (Labor & Concrete for Footings)28,626.43 Concrete Flatwork By Others Subgrade Prep & Engineered Wood Fiber Surfacing (EWF) 1,816.3536Recommended with EWF installations. 1,353.002,706 5,265.00117 Subgrade Prep & Poured In Place (PIP) or Turf Surfacing 87 5,657.29Required for PIP & Turf installations 0 0.00 100 1,616.00 2,215 45,906.32 0.000 0.000 City of Fridley TBD0 7,934.94 Total AdditionsTotal Reductions Budget Total Total w/ Additions & Reductions 272,432.840.00 (9,443.50)262,989.34 38 Jufn!6/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director Title Parks and Recreation Commission 2024Goals and WorkplanReview Background Adraft of the 2024goals and workplan has been updatedto reflect annual progress and staff desires to review the workplan to discuss additions and priorities for items to be reviewed at future meetings of the Commission.Discussion on priorities for the remainderof 2024would be appreciatedby staff for preparation of future meeting agendas. Financial Impact None Recommendation Staff recommends the Commission discuss the goals and workplan and make suggestions for updates and revisions. Attachments and Other Resources March2024DRAFT Parks and Recreation Commission Goals and Workplan Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 39 Jufn!6/ 2024Parks and Rec Commission Goals, Initiatives, and Workplan DRAFT MarchMeeting 3: Jufn!6/ 2024Parks and Recreation Commission 2024Parks and Recreation Commission Draft -MarchMeeting Goals and Strategic Initiatives 1.Continuea meeting format and schedule that meets desired outcomes for staff and Commissioners: a.Frequency of meetings b.Incorporate work session/park tourformatas neededto better facilitate advisory role of Commission c.Meeting cancellations when a meeting is not needed 2.Provide strong orientation to new Commission member to include training opportunities, meetings with staff, and review of background materials and documents. 3.To better define the roles and responsibilities of the Chair and to hold a monthly planning meeting with the Chair and Staff Contact to plan future meeting agendas. 4.Play advisory role to staff and City Council in policy recommendationsfor Park System: a.Park building rental policies and fees (Moore Lake) b.Sponsorship policies for park benches, events c.Conditional use policy and permit commercial photography, non-City special events, classes for fees, races, etc. 5.Advisory role in Park System ImprovementPlan: a.Advise staff on the Commons Park project b.Provide feedback on park plans and features c.Provide feedback on play equipment 6.Assist staff in process ofplanning and prioritizing program offerings. 7.Provide recommendations when residents raise concernswith park use or development. 8.Meet with community interest groups that utilize parks and facilities such as youth sports organizations to determine needs and gather feedback. 9.Serve as ambassadors of Fridley Parks and Recreation through volunteering, participating in community engagementand being a resource for community members. 1 41 Jufn!6/ 2024Parks and Recreation Commission 2024Workplan ItemProcessStatus 2024Goals and WorkplanReview at Marchmeeting, suggest In progress revisions if needed Approve at March or April meeting Update throughout year Commissioner Orientation Opportunity for new members to meet In progress and Training with Staff Training with City Attorney on meeting law, procedure Vice Chair Position Nominations and voting at MarchIn progress meeting Role of Commission ChairEstablish monthly meeting with Chair In progress and Staff Contact to set agenda for following meeting Opportunity for Chair to attend a Council Conference Meeting to interact with Councilmembers Local Sports Assn. Check-inFYSA Soccer Completed Completedin FYSA Baseball 2023, 2024 as FYSA Football requested Kizen Soccer Club Creekview Park 2023 Play equipment ordered 2022Complete Construction Provide input on park common elements Provide input on site plan Assist with planning grand opening Commission represented at Grand Opening Ed Wilmes Park 2023 Play equipment ordered 2022Complete Construction Provide input on park common elements Provide input on site plan Assist with planning grand opening Commission represented at Grand Opening Skyline Park 2023 Play equipment ordered 2022Complete Construction 2 42 Jufn!6/ 2024Parks and Recreation Commission Provide input on park common elements Provide input on site plan Assist with planning grand opening Commission represented at Grand Opening Moore Lake Park 2023 Playground approved 2022Substantially Construction Review and provide feedback on Complete community building and site design Provide input on community building operational policy and rental rates, provide recommendation to Council Assist in planning of Grand Opening, attend and participate as possible Opportunity for construction tour Edgewater Gardens Park Provide input in community In Progress 2023 Planning and 2024 engagement efforts ConstructionProvide input inplayground design Provide input on park site plan and common elements Logan Park 2023 Provide input in community In Progress Planning and 2024 engagement efforts Construction (New)Provide input in playground design Provide input on park site plan and common elements Plymouth Square Park Provide input in community In Progress 2023 Planning and 2024 engagement efforts Construction Provide input in playground design Provide input on park site plan and common elements Sylvan Hills Park 2023 Provide input in community In Progress Planning and 2024 engagement efforts Construction Provide input in playground design Provide input on park site plan and common elements Programs and Special Opportunities to volunteer at Parks and In progress Events Recreation programs and events Opportunities to share program and event ideas as an agenda item during meetings Invite President of 49er Days Committee to attend meeting and gather feedback from Commission 3 43 Jufn!6/ 2024Parks and Recreation Commission Provideinput on plans to th Anniversary Conditional Use Permit Provide feedback on first draft of Parks Conditional Use Permit policy and application Approve revised policy and application Park Bench Sponsorship Provide feedback on second draft of In progress park bench sponsorship fees and guidelines Approve bench sponsorship fees and guidelines Fee Assistance Program Review fee assistance program policies Complete and provide feedback Approve fee assistance program changes if warranted Parks Tour The June meeting may be a parks tour Suggestions to visit current and upcoming parks from being improvedCommission? Review of Capital Per City Code, the Commission shall May Meeting Investment Program recommend a Capital Investment Program for Parks prior to June 1 for the following year Review and Provide Staff will develop a flowchart to help Complete Feedback on Park Building guide responsible reuse and/or and Equipment Disposition recycling of park buildings or Policy equipment that are taken out of service Review and Provide Community engagement for a major Ongoing Feedback on Commons redevelopment of Commons Park will Park Concept Plan begin as early as summer of 2023. The Parks and Recreation Commission will be engaged and involved in the planning through all phases of redesign. Review Draft Rental An updated policy document to include Complete Policies for Moore Lake rental fees and policies across the park Community Building and system will be presented to the Park Shelters Commission for input 4 44 Jufn!7/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March 4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Tara Rogness, Springbrook Nature Center Manager Title Springbrook Nature CenterReport Background Attached is the update from Springbrook Nature Centerfor the March 4, 2024Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Financial Impact None. Recommendation None. Attachments and Other Resources Springbrook Nature Center Updatefor March 4, 2024meeting Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 45 Jufn!7/ Springbrook Nature Center Park & Rec Commission Report February Education Programs Nature Preschool Club Winter Session is still underway through March 7. th Naturalists are teaching all FMS 7 graders two in-class lessons this month. The first lesson revolves around an introduction to Ecology. Once students understand the concepts, they will play a card game developed by SNC staff to further their understanding of the components that make up an ecosystem. The second lesson instructs about ecological interactions (symbiosis, parasitism, predation, etc.) and ends with students participating in a lab using skittles as resources (definitely a good way to get middle schoolers to pay attention). Naturalist Katy instructed a homeschool group on Winter Ecology. Bolder Options came out to learn about snowshoeing. Adams Elementary teaching is back with the third graders participating in a nature hike using their senses and making observations outdoors. Naturalist Mady led a public animal feeding program. There were 2 snowshoe hikes with a naturalist that were transitioned to hikes with a naturalist due to lack of snow. February Rentals There were 4 indoor classroom rentals, all of them celebrating family birthdys. There were 9 naturalist-led birthday parties this month with topics ranging from Wildlife Scavenger Hunt, Reptiles, Eco-Pirates and Forts. Grants We are in the process of applying for a grant from the Xcel Energy Foundation for a project entitled upgrades to our live animal collection enclosures as well as supplies and materials to expand our preschool programming. The grant is due February 23, we should know if we have received it closer to summer 2024. Park & Building Maintenance We are having the Kelwall ceiling looked at for some concerns of flooding and irregularities in the seams. We look forward to learning more about regular maintenance suggestions and ways we can prolong the life of the ceiling (which covers the exhibit room and allows plenty of natural light into that space). Events ! The February Lantern Light Hike at Springbrook brought in more than 100 hearty hikers. !The Inaugural Locke Park Lantern Light Hike saw about 60 participants enjoying more than a mile of lit snowshoe demos. !The Coffee Chat with a Nat series finished this month. 8 participants joined Naturalist Mady to learn about Winter Ecology. 46 Jufn!7/ Upcoming Events Lantern Light Hikes will start up in December and run through March. Bring the family out to enjoy for December 8, 2023, January 12, 2024, February 9, 2024 and March 8, 2024. Summer Camp Registration takes place on Wednesday, February 21 at 8 am. We expect large numbers of camp parents to get their children signed up for some great summer programs. nd Volunteer Recognition Event at Springbrook on Saturday, March 2. We will be celebrating our volunteer stars with tasty move theater snacks, a lively game of Hollywood Squares, and recognition awards. 47 Jufn!8/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March 4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Margo Numedahl, Recreation Division Manager Title Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report Background Attached is the update from the Parks and Recreation Departmentfor the March 4, 2024Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Financial Impact None. Recommendation None. Attachments and Other Resources Attached is the update fromthe Parks and RecreationDepartment for the March 4, 2024Parks and Recreation Commission meeting. Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 48 Jufn!8/ HIGHLIGHTS th Recreation Division:Report for March 4, 2024 Meeting WinterPrograms Below isa list of programs and participation numbersfor those taking place duringFebruary. All Ages Valentine Party: Feb 9 100 Preschool: Ages 3-5 Basketball(6 sessions): Jan-Feb16 Track and Field (5 sessions): Jan-Feb12 Elementary Middle School: Grades K-7 BasketballGr. K-1(6 sessions): Jan-Feb11 Basketball Gr. 2-4 (5 sessions): Jan-Feb15 Tae Kwon DoGr. K-4(6 sessions): Jan-Feb8 Glow in the Dark ArtK-4(6 sessions): Jan-Feb16 Adult Fitness and Athletics Zumba (2 classes/6 sessions each):Jan-Feb20 Aqua Zumba (6 sessions): Jan-Feb7 Pickleball Skills & Drills(4 sessions): Jan-Feb 12 6 Fridley; 6 Spring Lake Park (SLP) Pickleball Live Play Coaching(4 sessions): Feb-Mar 14 6 Fridley; 8 -SLP Pickleball Ladder League All Ages: Nov-Feb 45 23 Fridley, 22 SLP Pickleball Ladder League Ages 20-35: Nov-Feb 15 14 Fridley, 1 SLP Volleyball Coed Rec League: Jan-Mar 15teams North Metro League*: Fridley 2teams Volleyball Coed Competitive League: Jan-Mar 12teams North Metro League*: Fridley 5 individuals -Mar 15teams North Metro League*: Fridley 1 team; 3 ind) Coed Bag Toss League: Jan-Mar 8 teams North Metro League*: Fridley 4 teams Feb 15 teams Fridley only *North Metro Leagues are offered in cooperation with Mounds View, New Brighton, and Spring Lake Park. 49 Jufn!8/ Parks and Recreation Brochure The Mar/Apr brochure will be mailed to residents during the week of March 4. Valentine Party On February 9, over 100 adults and children gathered at Hayes Elementary School to celebrate the gym including a dance party with disco lights and dance contests with prizes. Participants of the night by taking a photo at the photo op station. Families raved about how much fun they had! A special thank you goes to the custodial staff at Hayes that helped make the event run so smoothly. This dance party was so well received we plan on offering more in the future! After-School & Preschool Classes The January-February session of After-school and Pre-school Programs ended this month. Classes included: Basketball, Tae Kwon Do, Glow in the Dark Art, and Track & Field. Families really enjoyed attending the last day of the basketball classes to watch the participants play in the big game! 4: Jufn!8/ Family Open Gym On Saturdays, Family Open Gym is offered from 10:15 a.m. 12:15 p.m. at Hayes Elementary School. Cost is $2 per child or $4 per family. Participants are encouraged to play together using a variety of equipment including: balls, hoops, scooters, jump ropes, bouncy house and more! Attendance has continued to grow; we had 81 participants on the first two Saturdays in February. Pickleball Courts On Saturday afternoons we are offering Pickleball Court reservations. Staff have lined three courts in the Hayes Gym. On the first three Saturdays in February we had 5 reservations, totaling 7 hours (cost is $15/hr). Winter Pickleball League The Pickleball Ladder League winter session wrapped up in February. Our all ages league was full with 45 participants (23 Fridley, 22 SLP) and we had growth in the league for 20-35 year olds with 16 participants (15 Fridley, 1 SLP). We are excited for our next session of pickleball ladder league to continue growing and offering year round pickleball programs! Pickleball Classes The Pickleball Live Play Coaching began in February and has 14 participants. This is the highest level class where students play full games and our professional pickleball instructor coaches them as they play. Next month, we will begin with a new session of beginner classes to prepare new players for the coming outdoor pickleball season! Both of the Basketball Leagues ended on February 22 with a double elimination tournament to establish league winners. This year we had Recreation league (10 teams); games were played at the Fridley Middle School Lantern Light Hike at Locke Park We hosted our first event at Locke Park on Friday, February 16. The Recreation Division and Springbrook Nature Center staff worked together to host the Lantern Light Hike. Fortunately, we received a few inches of snow prior to the event that created a beautiful winter backdrop for the hike and bonfire. people away and we had a great turnout of about 75 people. Everyone really enjoyed the event and were excited to get a little glimpse of winter this season. It was a great way to show off the park and for many participants it was their first visit to Locke Park. 51 Jufn!9/ AGENDA REPORT Meeting Date:March 4, 2024 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission Submitted By:Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager Streets, Parks, and Facilities Title Park Maintenance Report Background Attached is the Park Maintenance and Construction report forthe March 4, 2024meeting. Financial Impact None. Recommendation None. Attachments and Other Resources Park Maintenance Report for March 4, 2024meeting Vision Statement We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses. 52 Jufn!9/ Memorandum Date:3/4/2024 To:Mike Maher, Parks and Recreation Director From:Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager, Streets, Parks, Facilities DEPT:Public Works CC:Margo Numedahl, Parks and Recreation Manager RE:Parks and Recreation Commission Report for March 4th, 2024Meeting The ParkMaintenance Division has beenworking on putting away and storing all winter rink equipment and associated supplies. We are working on tree trimming, clean-up and general park maintenance with the good weather we have had this past month. Staff has also been busy removing trees, brush,and chain link fencingalong University Avenue as part of our beautification project. Staff has also been doing workwithassembly of all picnic tables and benches for all park projects for the first two years of our PSIP and helping with cleaning, stocking and final touches to the new Moore Lake Park Community Building. 53