05/14/2012 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
Monday, May 14, 2012
7:00 pm
Eagan Municipal Center, City Council Chambers
Workshop: 6:00 6:55 pm, Conference Room 2 A & B
Organizational Meeting
Off Leash Dog Area Operational Policies & Procedures
Healthy Living Resolution Committee Assignment
Arbor Day Poster Judging
Agenda
I.Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 pm
II.Adopt Agenda 7:01 pm
III.Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 19, 2012 7:02 pm
IV.Visitors to be Heard 7:03 pm
V. Update Pages 3-4 7:04 pm
VI.Citizen Lake Monitoring Program Volunteer Recognition Pages 5 7:09 pm
VII.Wetland Health Evaluation Program Update Pages 5 7:14 pm
VIII.Consent Agenda 7:19 pm
IX.Development Proposals 7:20 pm
A.Central Park Commons To Be Continued to A Future Meeting at the Request of the Appli
X.Old Business Pages 6-8 7:21 pm
A.Off Leash Dog Area Operational Policies & Procedures
XI. New Business 7:31 pm
XII. Other Business and Reports
A. Recreation Division Report Pages 9-14 7:32 pm
XIII. Communications 7:52 pm
XIV. Round Table 7:53 pm
XV. Adjournment 7:54 pm
The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons ha
activities, facilities, and employment without regard to race, csex,
disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or status w
for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon r
event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City
Next Advisory Parks Commission Meeting: Monday, July 16, 2012
Subject to approval
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
Monday, March 19, 2012
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF MARCH 19, 2012
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Commission was called to
March 19, 2012. Commission Members present: Chair Laurie Halve
Palmer and Matthew Steele. Member Andrea Todd-Harlin was absent
Director Juli Seydell Johnson; Paul Olson, Superintendent of Par
Manager.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Member Palmer moved, Member Dahlquist seconded, with all present
agenda with no changes.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 12, 2012
Member Dahlquist moved, Member Steele seconded, with all present
approve the minutes of January 12, 2012.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
Director Johnson stated with the nice weather the public is inqu
restrooms and water. Director Johnson noted that outdoor restro
everything else will be evaluated with the spring temperatures.
Activities at the Eagan Community Center include an art work dis
Mystery Dinner & Casino Night where a theatrical group performed
Out in the parks, a new agreement is in place with the Eagan Ath
storage building located at Lexington/Diffley near the water tow
funding the project. The building will then be donated to the C
Athletic Association for storage. A Woodland restoration projec
Johnson also mentioned that we are working on revisions to the C
Ash Bore infestation should that come to Eagan. Currently we ha
that are diseased with Oak Wilt or Dutch Elm but since Emerald A
disease, it takes a little change in our wording of our ordinanc
when that would happen. Tennis nets are up and this is the earl
Advisory Parks Commission
March 19, 2012
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CONSENT AGENDA
Director Johnson stated that our annual Arbor Day Celebration isArbor Month is
the month of May in the City of Eagan. The event will take plac
everyone is invited to attend.
Member Palmer moved to acknowledge the Arbor Day resolution, Mem
all members present voting in favor of recommending the resoluti
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
Paul Olson, Superintendent of Parks, gave an overhead presentati
Development proposal for the Eagan Car Club in which they are pr
business to plan development to allow 76 storage units and a clu
other high quality storage. Superintendent Olson showed propose
the natural aspects of the site and the recommendations for cons
the Commission. Superintendent Olson mentioned that the Eagan C
Commission next and then to the Council.
Member Dahlquist made a motion to recommend items 1-7, Member Pa
members voting in favor of the motion.
OLD BUSINESS
Superintendent Olson reviewed and discussed the operational poli
Leash Dog Area at Thresher Fields and showed overheads of detail
that there will be a separate area for senior and/or smaller dog
thanked Superintendent Olson and staff for all their work on thi
Chair Halverson invited anyone from the public that wished to co
Klanchnik from 3698 Willbrook Court, Eagan approached and stated
MN for 30 years and was Chairman of the Dog Park Committee to ge
Chair Halverson suggested tabling proposed recommendations until
Palmer moved, Member Steele seconded with all members voting in
NEW BUSINESS
Public Hearing for Submission of DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant
Public Hearing for Submission of DNR Natural and Scenic Area Grant
Advisory Parks Commission
March 19, 2012
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OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS
Director Johnson explained that there are two parts to our recre
Programming, which you will hear a report from at the May meetin
Director Johnson introduced Sonya Rippe, Recreation Facility Man
Golf & Concessions, Recreation Facility Usage, Support Centers,
demonstrated on the Cities website the Discover brochure page fl
to read brochure. Chair Halverson thanked Ms. Rippe for her pre
Support Center.
COMMUNICATIONS
There were no Communications to review.
ROUND TABLE
Vice Chair Jennifer Dahlquist stated that tonight was her last n
the Parks Commission and enjoyed working with her colleagues. V
interested in city government to participate on the Commissions.
Dahlquist for her years on the Parks Commission and she will be
Member Palmer noted that Arena Softball is up and running, nets
Possible suggestion would be a crosswalk specifically the park o
Director Johnson stated that she will pass that information onto
Member Steele thanked Parks & Recreation Staff for being on thei
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to conduct, Member Dahlquist moved, Mem
members voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was
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Secretary Date
TO: Advisory Parks Commission
FROM: Juli Seydell Johnson, Director of Parks & Recreation
DATE: May 8, 2012
Workshop: 6:00 6:55 pm, Conference Room 2 A & B
Organizational Meeting
Off Leash Dog Park Operations & Regulations
Healthy Living Resolution Committee Assignment
Arbor Day Poster Judging
Regular Meeting at 7 pm
ITEM I: Call to order
ITEM II: Approval of Agenda
ITEM III: Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of March 19, 2012
ITEM IV: Visitors to be Heard
Staff is not aware of any visitors who wish to address the Commi
ITEM V:
Director Johnson will provide a brief overview of activities and
ITEM VI: Citizen Lake Monitoring Program Volunteer Recognition
Water Resources Staff will be present to recognize 4 individuals
water clarity information for several lakes in Eagan.
ITEM VII: Wetland Health Evaluation Program Update
Water Resources Staff will present the results of this program f
ITEM VIII: Consent Agenda
There are no consent items
ITEM IX: Development Proposals
There are no development items
ITEM X: Old Business
The Commission will review and discussion the Off Leash Dog Area Operational Policies &
Procedures.
ITEM XI: New Business
There are no new business items
ITEM XII: Other Business and Reports
Recreation Program staff will provide an overview and update of
ITEM XIII: Communications
There are two
ITEM XIV: Round Table
Any items of concern that might be placed on upcoming agendas or
identified.
ITEM XV: Adjournment
Eagan Parks & Recreation
Department Happenings
May, 2012
Strengthen Community Image and Sense of Place
Eagan Market Fest opening day is Wednesday, June 13 from 4 8 pm at the Eagan Festival Grounds.
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Free shopping bags courtesy of Health Partners available to firs
promotions include Bike to the Market, with anyone biking to the market getting a $5 produce voucher
and the new Bring a Friend Nights, on 6/20, 7/11, 7/25, 8/8 & 8/22. For each new friend an atten
invites that attends, both the attendee and the new guest are el
Family Night is June 27with extra free activities for families to enjoy.
The 18th Annual Eagan Art Festival will take place on June 23 an
rious cultural
that will feature artist demonstrations and a community weaving
for Art House classes at the festival receive a 15% discount.
Promote Health and Wellness
The Eagan 5K Your Way Activity Festival is Saturday, May 19. Many local health and wellness
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organizations will be taking part in the Activity Festival promo
value is $20-24 so helmets are accessible to anyone who needs on
The ECC fitness center received many updates during the annual s
pieces of selectorized strength equipment, new stretching mats,
deflecting shades. The member response has been very positive.
Protect Environmental Resources
Clean-up day at Holz Farm was Saturday, May 5. Volunteers participated in picking up branches,
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mulching, housework and sprucing up the park in preparation for
The Forestry Division has awarded a DNR Bonding grant for the pu
approximately 100 trees in 8 parks to aid in species diversifica
Grass is growing like crazy, mowing is focusing on larger spaces
sites and boulevards may get a little shaggy.
Broadleaf weed spraying is taking place at several select locati
The Tree Inspector is now taking calls from property owners who
Buckthorn Removal program. Call 651-675-5334 for more informatio
Facilitate Community Connections
S.O.R.R. hosted the GPS Amazing Family Race on May 5. Eagan
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Old Town Hall, Holz Farm and Thomas Lake Park.
An Eagan Parks & Recreation Special Event Partner since 2009, Ge
for the 2012 Communitas Award for People Focused Community Volunteerism and Philanthropy. They
support the Eagan 5K, Teen Battle of the Bands, Halloween Hodgep
Holiday and the Eagan Puppet Wagon. The Cummunitas Award is a
Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals that honors crea
fosters partnerships with charities and community organizations.
The Dakota Hills Middle School afterschool program, Xtreme Adven
The Eagan 55+/Seniors enjoyed a presentation by Wescott Libraria
The Eagan Art House continues to offer programming for Dakota Co
as well as school age group classes for area daycare centers thi
Julie Andersen, Recreation Supervisor for the Eagan Art House, h
Metropolitan Regional Arts Council board of directors. MRAC is
the 7 county metropolitan area.
A new art display can be seen at the Eagan Community Center thro
pieces of artwork of from 12 local artists. Additional artwork
2013.
Provide Recreation Experiences
Work has begun on the Thresher Fields Dog Park Opening. Final d
how far the fencing project is. Tentative dates will either by at 5 pm.
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Registrations for summer Art House classes are up 20% over the s
The Eagan 55+/Seniors are hosting a new member orientation for 6
Spring Preschool is winding down and participants are looking fo
the Civic arena on May 18 as well as the year end picnic May 24
Morning and Evening T-Ball is filling up rapidly! Children ages
popular program! Evening T-Ball is for ch
Grow with your child!
Registrations are still being accepted for all preschool summer
something new-many week long camps with a different theme each w
Music and many others are being offered!
A group of volunteers is making great progress with the reconstr
Diffley fields. Pending weather conditions, it should be ready f
A contractor has started the installation of the perimeter fenci
opening is still planned for some time in July.
All swings that had been taken down as a precautionary measure d
and inspected by the manufacturer and are ready for use.
Memorial Day
weekend.
Summer class registrations at the Eagan Art House are up 20% ove
General Announcements
Summer-Fall brochure being delivered to the public the week of M
Date: May 14, 2012
Agenda Item: VI; Citizen Lake Monitoring
Program
VII; Wetland Health Evaluation
Program
MEMO
Action:
Information: x
Attachments:
AGENDA ITEM: Citizen Lake Monitoring Program
Wetland Health Evaluation Program
TO: Advisory Parks Commission
PREPARED BY: Juli Seydell Johnson, Director of Parks & Recreation
ITEM OVERVIEW: Water Resources Staff will be present to recognize several volun
the Citizen Lake Monitoring Program and will also provide an upd
Evaluation Program. This report is for informational purposes and does not require C
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Citizen Lake Monitoring Program (CLMP)
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) runs this program.
information on lakes throughout Minnesota. Water clarity is imp
alth. Water clarity
is naturally different from one end of Minnesota to the other, s
lakes would not have the same clarity as boundary waters lakes.
stormwater runoff, can greatly increase nutrient loads. In Eaga
support CLMP through data sharing and volunteer coordination. C
which sometimes overlaps with CLMP-sampled lakes in Eagan, but C
all these lakes every year. CLMP volunteers help to fill in dat
MPCA when making decisions on which actions to take to help prot
receive recognition awards both from MPCA and from City of Eagan
sampling data turned in. We would like to recognize four indivi
plaques as a thank-you from the City. They are:
Royce Tyre 20 years; Carl Nippert 15 years; Rich Kelley 15 years; Steve Weston 10 years
Wetland Health Evaluation Program (WHEP)
Dakota and Hennepin Counties have partnered with local Cities an
of wetlands based on their plant and invertebrate communities.
wetlands to evaluate. The City pays the county per wetland, whi
administration, volunteer coordination, and data verification an
leader is Marianne McKeon, who will be present at the meeting to pre
volunteers receive training on how to collect and identify impor
data to be cross checked by other cities and by an independent c
moderate, or excellent, using all the data collected. The repor
the following year, are mailed out to cities, and a
www.mnwhep.org. The City of Eagan has been very involved in this program sinc
then, a total of 33 wetlands have been evaluated in Eagan, some
information that would otherwise not be available, and the data
experts. No city decision is based solely on WHEP findings of e
thorough knowledge of a wetland site. WHEP builds friendships a
of knowledge about wetland plants and invertebrates. WHEP volun
spreading knowledge in the community about the environmental imp
Date: May 14, 2012
Agenda Item: X-A; Off Leash Dog Park
Policies & Procedures
Action: X
Information:
MEMO
Attachments:
AGENDA ITEM: Off Leash Dog Area Operational Policies & Procedures
TO: Advisory Parks Commission
PREPARED BY: Juli Seydell Johnson, Director of Parks & Recreation
ITEM OVERVIEW: Review and discussion of operational policies for the Thresher F
Area.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
In recent years, the City of Eagan has received several requests
of an Off-Leash Dog Area (OLDA) within the City limits. Accordin
approximately 3000 dogs are currently licensed in the City thoug
be 12,000 (licenses are now for 2 years). The number of licensed
evaluation (4350 in 1999) though that may not be indicative of t
Until recently, the issue had been considered by the APrC on at
2000. In both instances, no action was taken. The issue was also
developed in 2005 with no definitive conclusion drawn.
At its meeting of September 14, 2011, the Eagan APrC reviewed the costs associated with the
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development and operation of an OLDA and subsequently recommende
the development of a City operated OLDA on park property within
physical criteria that research and anecdotal evidence deemed to
ultimately developing and operating an OLDA. Using the criteria,
Blackhawk, Thresher Fields) were identified for additional revie
the site, absence of an existing use, and natural features that
OLDA.
On January 12, 2012, in a workshop setting and as part of the re
discussed the criteria scoring as applied to the three potential
Thresher Fields Park was the preferred location for the developm
physical challenges with any of the sites, Thresher appeared bes
of the nonresidential location, the size and diversity of the si
restrooms and parking.
The APrC subsequently voted to recommend to the City Council th
OLDA and also that a projected $45,000 saving in the Parks CIP f
reallocated for the initial OLDA development. It was also sugges
for APrC review. The City Council has since affirmed the choice
approved a reallocation of $45,000 in the CIP for development.
The APrC reviewed a draft of the policies and administrative pro
of March 13, 2012. At that time several recommendations were mad
recommendations were since incorporated and other items updated
below.
ANALYSIS:
especially in urban settings where there are limited opportuniti
be off leash due to public space constraints and/or prohibitive
implications associated with off-ot appropriate for shared use
people who have dogs; serving a recreational need similar to wha
ball and a tennis court provides for those who play tennis. Beca
resources of the host entity, the character of each OLDA can var
-leash. The
areas are most often defined by fences, barriers or natural boun
topography. Use of the OLDA is most often defined by a set of ru
purchase of either a daily or annual permit prior to use.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
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experienced OLDA users, staff has developed the following list o
Thresher Fields Dog Park. As with any other new fac
as the use becomes established and any unanticipated issues come
to liability and site conditions are reiterated on the permit ap
be posted at the entrance points to the park and adjacent to the
Rules and Regulations;
Use of the Dog Park is at the discretion of the handler. The Dog
no guarantees nor assumes any liability for the physical conditi
vaccination history of any dog. The handler/owner assumes liabil
their dog.
A current, annual permit collar must be worn by all dogs while i
transferred to other dogs. The city reserves the right to revoke
time.
A City issued permit card must be carried by the handler and pre
official or agent.
Eagan residents are required to provide proof (License #) of City dog licensure.
Dogs must be properly vaccinated, handlers must provide proof of
tag) with application.
No more than two dogs per handler are allowed in an area at one
16 years of age.
Dogs that have been declared dangerous or potentially dangerous
known history of aggressive behavior are not allowed in the Dog
aggressive behaviors must be removed immediately by the handler.
Dogs must be under visual contact and voice control of the handl
under voice control if it will come when called. Dogs are never
must be granted by each handler for dogs to play or interact wit
Dogs must be leashed prior to entering and upon leaving the Dog
within the Dog Park except for immediate removal. The handler mu
at all times.
The handler must clean up after their dog in all areas of the Do
and woodlands. All waste, including trash, is to be disposed of
Use a provided bag or a comparable bag for dog waste. Do not lea
Children under the age of 16 are not allowed in the Dog Park wit
Puppies under four months of age or female dogs in heat are not
No food other than pocketed dog training treats is allowed in th
For the protection of the natural environment and the safety of
allowed in the Dog Park. No alcohol of any type is allowed.
No bicycles, strollers, or wheeled or motorized vehicles, except
equipment used by people with disabilities are allowed. The surf
pounds.
All City park rules and ordinances apply to Dog Park users. Dog
p.m. or as otherwise posted.
In the event of injury or conflict, contact Police Dispatch by d
Administration:
To help cover operational costs and maintain a level of continui
nearly all entities that operate an OLDA charge a permit/user fe
permit application/review process. The process is also used as a
the park rules and regulations to help ensure a positive and saf
and the admi
Annual Permit Fees:
Permits are good from the date of purchase: January 1 until Dec
Residents: $20 first dog /$15 second dog, same address*
Non-Resident: $40 first dog / $35 second dog, same address
Replacement Collar/ID: $5
*A resident discount could be considered for 2012 due to the mid
Permit Process:
Permit applications
Permit applications can be submitted at City Hall and the Eagan
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1.Recommend adoption of the proposed Off Leash Dog Area rules and
2.Recommend adoption of the proposed operational and administrativ
Fields Dog Park. Fees to be reviewed annually.
3.Recommend alternatives.
4.Other.
Date: May 14, 2012
Agenda Item: XII.-A; Recreation Division
Report
Action:
MEMO
Information: x
Attachments:
AGENDA ITEM: Recreation Division Report
TO: Advisory Parks Commission
PREPARED BY: Recreation Supervisory Staff
ITEM OVERVIEW: An update and overview of recreation programs in the City of Eag
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
This report is a culmination of all of the recreation program ar
family, teens and 55+ seniors programs. Eagan Parks and Recreation programs encourage our residents to
Discover a variety of activities, Experience something new and G
yourself. Our programs focus on providing recreation experien
In partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield Eagan Parks & Rec
activities to their daily routine no matter what your groove is!
options through parks and recreation facilities and services.
do. indicates opportunities for physical activity and is not a produ
do. is a registered mark licensed by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota, a
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nonprofit independent licensee of the Blue Cros
Community Events
The Eagan Market Fest event is celebrating its 6th season this year opening on Wednes
The event is open for 15 weeks from 4 8 pm and features over 50+ local produce, food and
activities and huge support from Eagan Residents. At the end of
s Markets, #1 in Minnesota and Top 20 in the nation voted on by
the public. In 2011, the event attracted over 34,000 visitors, a
previous year (5 weeks were added on in 2011).
Market Fest is adding a few new promotions and a theme night this year. The
Promotion will run 5 weeks on non-theme night weeks. Both the in
them are eligible to win Market Fest vendor prizes. Bike to th
the event people who bike to the event in June will receive a $5 voucher
the market. Lastly, a new Latino Night Celebration will occur Au with a new partnership with
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JAZZ 88.5 who will be advertising the market in Spanish and Engl
Arbor Day this year. A new
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garden near the playground is being installed by Forestry and at
day by planting flowers.
Eagan 5K Your Way Activity Festival is May 19
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advertising and encourages people to be active in Eagan. In add
odeo, low-cost bike helmets for sale,
fitness try-it stations, outdoor games and activity area, entert
screenings and more.
Parks & Recreation provided support to other city departments this year including p
Public Works on the Duckwood Bridge Opening, the Fire Department
Cream Social and Fire Prevention Month and later this summer wit
at Thresher Fields. We also work collaboratively with Fun Fest
of S.O.R.R, South of the River Recreators, a collaborative of se
events together.
Holz Farm Events include the Spring Festival on May 20th, Lone Oak Days on and
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23 and the Old Fashioned Holiday on December 2. There are also 2 camps for youth scheduled
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activities for all ages.
Halloween Hodgepodge is held in October at the Eagan Community Center with activities
of the building including carnival games, magic shows, family danc
preschool activity room and much more. This event utilizes the
over 100 volunteers, primarily from the local high schools. Last
previous event attendance by 1000 visitors.
The 18th Annual Eagan Art Festival will take place on June 23 and 24 at the Eagan Festival Grounds.
is World Art Celebration and will feature music and art from var
Tent that will feature artist demonstrations and a community wea
register for Art House classes at the festival receive a 15% dis
The 2012 Harvest of Art Celebration will be Sunday, September 9th at the Eagan Art House. The
event features the opening of the annual community art exhibit,
and artist demonstrations.
Volunteerism
Parks & Recreation utilizes a large number of volunteers through
special events and programs as well as members of the Advisory P
the Farm. Volunteerism at the high school and college level is
volunteers as often they have community service hour requirement
Halloween Hodgepodge, Eagan 5K Your Way, Holz Farm Events, SORR
Sports, Running Classes, Eagan Art Festival and many other progr
The 2nd Annual City-wide Volunteer Appreciation event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 18 at
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Market Fest. Anyone volunteering with any city department from
invited.
The Eagan 55+Seniors gave 4,645 volunteer hours to support older adult programs and c
events.
Health & Wellness
In 2009, the department be
Club which introduces women to the sport of running. The classe
capacity each time they are offered. Women participants progres
at a time to being able to run 3-5 miles with some competing in
running classes have been added for this summer.
Parks & Recreation works closely with the Water Resources Depart
clinics and Lake Fest which is held on even years. Lake Fest i at Blackhawk
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Take A Kid Fishing Weekend. Free fishing and family activities
information booths are part of the event.
S.O.R.R. will be hosting three new off-road trail runs this summ
social with music and
prizes. Other events S.O.R.R collectively plans together are:
Sweetheart Dance, Mother & Son Dance, Who Done It Hike and adult
To fill the gap and demand in health & wellness classes for olde
age, 5 new classes were made available last November. In the fi
participants took advantage of this new opportunity.
Partnerships
Eagan Parks & Recreation continues to develop new and renew exis
organizations and businesses. Genisys Credit Union a partner si
Communicatis Award, a national award for their community involve
submitted a letter of recommendation for the award.
Several new partners are involved with events for the first time
Parks & Recreation volunteers gave over 8,400 hours of volunteer
partnerships continue with Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minneso
as Eagan, Eastview and Burnsville High School through their Nati
Partnerships are coordinated by one of our Recreation Supervisor
periodic email messages on upcoming opportunities. There are ma
events and senior programs this Spring/Summer.
Market Fest is part of a new organics and recycling pilot progra
environmentally friendly practices at special events. New compo
bins will be present along with volunteer educators to explain t
being put in the right containers. Additionally, our market/com
will be using compostable cups and silverware this year.
The Eagan Art House has partnered with Dakota Center for the Art
Regional Arts Council, has gathered input from over 300 communit
direction for the arts in Eagan in the next 3-5 years. The info
complete. The next steps include assessment of the data and com
included in the project is a public art piece with a call for ar
Fall.
Tennis
Tennis is offered during the summer months for all ages.
Youth ages 3-10 can participate in a variety of lessons and camps. On
years ago is Quick Start Tennis which is a program offered throu
Association). QuickStart is a way to introduce children to the
and plenty of active skill development games help improve their
coordination. This new format changed the net size, court size,
The program is designed to help children succeed but also focuse
instruction. The youth tennis area had 200 participants during the summer of
Teen Tennis programs are offered for ages 11-18. Lessons, Camps and Jr. Tea
age group at Northview Park. Typically, Eagan has 3 Jr. Team Tenn
Intermediate programs. The Intermediate program is sanctioned b
communities. There is also the opportunity to compete in sectio.
During 2011 there were 75 participants in the various Teen progr.
Adult Tennis
and Adult Beginner and Intermediate lessons and Match Play. During 2011, there were 74 adults registered
in Adult tennis.
The Puppet Wagon
The traveling puppet wagon provides easygoing, fun, entertaining
dancing for the whole family! Shows are performed Monday throug
Monday and Tuesday evenings during the summer. Each day the sh
day. Themes and shows incorporate dancing and movement with crow
entertai
Puppet Wagon! Genisys Credit Union is a Puppet Wagon partner ag
enhance the program.
Preschool
The City of Eagan Parks and Recreation Department provides a wid
Eagan Parks and Recreation Preschool Programs focus on the socia
through five years old. Participants benefit by developing their
songs, games, and outside play. Participants have the opportuni
and sharing skills and learn to follow directions. Classes off
preschool classes, sport classes, dance classes, camps and occas
music classes along with the vast class offerings.
671 children have already participated in the Winter and Spring
Another 300 children are anticipated for summer camps and classe
Youth Programs
Adapted Recreation
The adapted recreation programs focus on skill development for y 13 years old with physical and/or
developmental disabilities. The sports offered are basketball,
and outdoor adventures. The program attracts a large number of c
run with three staff and 4-8 volunteers. New in 2012, Apple Val
offering a free Pool Party & Disability Resources Fair for paren
organizations and enjoy socializing with other families who have
Summer in the Park is a program for children ages 5-12 that is offered at 10 different p
weeks during the summer. There are morning sites that run from 9-11:3
from 1-4 pm. The program includes games, crafts and fun. The go
active, make new friends and experience the outdoors at neighbor. Almost 600 children were
registered in 2011.
Summer Camps A variety of camps are offered for youth ages 5-12 at various pa
Camps include Sports, Crafts, Safety, Science, Cheerleading, Out
Camps focus on learning new skills, having fun outdoors and stay. Camp registrations during 2011
were close to 500 participants.
T-Ball -is a sport based on baseball and is an instructional program tha
needed to be successful in baseball, while creating a fun enviro
love for the game. Basics such as throwing, catching, hitting an
curriculum. Our instructional classes will build confidence, whi
and cooperation. Ball games will be played towards the end of t
program is for boys and girls who are 4, 5 or 6 years old with b
Evening T-Ball is a class for children and their parent. 246 ch
2011, and 128 children and 94 parents are already signed up for
Teens
Recreation for teens includes events and programs for the commun
underserved youth and teens.
Community Teen Programs currently include battle of the bands, a skateboard contest and
Middle school dances were discontinued in the winter of 2011, du
second year in a row, the battle of the bands event partner is G
component was added to the battle, a skateboard contest in partn Lair Skate Shop and will be
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tered youth.
Underserved Youth and Teens
Programs for underserved youth and teens are subsidized through
(CDBG) dollars. These programs include an afterschool program at
recreation activities at Dakota Woodlands.
Dakota Woodlands is a summer recreation program held two times per week for 11 we
youth ages 3 years to 15 years of age attended the program. This
offering a variety of recreation programs starting with a family
Xtreme Adventures at Dakota Hills Middle School is an after school program that includes a variety of
recreation activities and field trips connecting students to the
2011fall trimester had 27 participants, winter numbered 32 parti
26.
New last summer, Xtreme Adventures Day Camp, was held for studen
17 students attended the program with the camp base at Moonshine
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55+Seniors
A variety of classes, programs, events, activities and services
throughout the City of Eagan. City programs continues its rich p
Advisory Board to assist with the development, coordination and
Oak Room of the Eagan Community Center and the Eagan Community a
programs for the 62 + adults are subsidized by Community Block G
eligibility for this program changed from 55 to 62 years and old
wellness programs aimed at covering the gap in classes for the 5.
Program & class registration numbers for 2011 was 2,268.
5,266 participants visited the Lone Oak Room for games, clubs, a
Creative Arts
The Eagan Art House connects people of all ages and abilities through visual arts ed
exhibition and other creative experiences. The Eagan Art House
and to celebrate art.
Since 2007, participation at the Eagan Art House, both on-site a
reach the South of the River Community, and have drawn students
Grove and Owatonna.
We offer on-site classes for ages 4 through adult and include po
and more.
Summer Art Camps for youth are a popular staple of creative arts
already full and others are quickly filling up. Registrations f
same time last year.
Art Displays in Eagan. The Eagan Art House coordinates artwork
Center and Eagan City Hall. We also partner with area businesse
Mountain Creamery, Dunn Brothers, Easter Lutheran Church and the
We also offer the community creative arts through birthday parti
school classes as well as programming in after school programs a
The Eagan Art House coordinates art activities at special events
Market Fest. These activities reach a broad spectrum of our com
The Eagan Art House hosts an annual Harvest of Art Celebration t
community art exhibit, raku pottery firing and artist demonstrat
We host the annual pottery and art sale in November. This sale
students and encourages the work of emerging artists.
We are enjoying use of a new 300 square foot addition to the pot
from Very Special Arts Minnesota. This new studio houses our 2
It also allowed greater accessibility in the main pottery studio
pottery wheel and adjustable height tables were purchased to fur
our facility.
In 2011, the Eagan Art House had over 3,700 participants in both
and special events.
Upcoming Parks & Recreation Department Events
Eagan 5K Your Way Activity Festival Saturday, May 19 Eagan Festival Grounds
Holz Farm Spring Festival & Arbor Day Celebration Sunday, May 20, Holz Farm
Eagan Market Fest Wednesdays, June 13 September 26 from 4-8 pm Eagan Festival Grounds
Dog Park Opening at Thresher Fields July or August opening, date to be announced
Lake Fest Saturday, June 9, 10 am 2 pm Blackhawk Park
June 11-Most summer programs begin.
June 1-August 17 Puppet Wagon Season begins!
Family Night at Market Fest Wednesday, June 26, 4-8 pm Eagan Festival Grounds
Classic Car & Oldies Music Night plus City-wide Volunteer Appreciation Wednesday, July 18, 4-8
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pm - Eagan Festival Grounds
Eagan Art Festival, June 23 & 24, Eagan Festival Grounds
Latino Night Celebration at Market Fest Wednesday, August 1, 4-8 pm Eagan Festival Grounds
Health & Wellness Night at Market Fest Wednesday, August 15, 4-8 pm Eagan Festival Grounds
September 9, Harvest of Art Open House at Eagan Art House
Lone Oak Days Saturday & Sunday, September 22 & 23 from 11 am 4 pm Holz Farm Park
rd
Halloween Hodgepodge Sunday, October 28from 3 7 pm Eagan Community Center
November 17 Pottery and Art Sale at the Eagan Art House.
Sonya Rippe
From:Sonya Rippe
Sent:Tuesday, April 03, 2012 7:59 AM
To:Sonya Rippe
Subject:thank you!
-----Original Message-----
From: Sarah Heidtke [mailto:smheidtke@mac.com]
Sent: Tuesday, March 27, 2012 5:33 PM
To: Holly Champlin
Subject: thank you!
Holly, not only did you oversee a wonderful preschool art show lld me that you actually dug
through the garbage to look for a missing toy for us! You are amazing!
Thanks for all you do - we've been so happy with your preschool programs for the (gulp!) 7 1/2 years we've participated in them.
Sarah Heidtke (aka Ethan, Owen and Will's mom)
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