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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Monday, April 17, 2023
MINUTES OF MEETING OF APRIL 17, 2023
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission (APrC) began at 6:30 p.m. on
Monday, April 17, 2023 at Eagan City Hall. Commission Members present included Member Rotty,
Member McWilliams, Member Costain, Member Klein, Member Heimisdottir, Member Hamlin,
Member Palmer and Member Demartelaere. Member Rayman was absent. Staff members present was
Assistant City Administrator Sara Alig, Director of Parks and Recreation Andrew Pimental, Parks
Superintendent Chris Fleck and Assistant Director Jared Flewellen.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Member Klein asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Director Pimental stated there was
none. Member Palmer moved, Member Hamlin seconded, with all present members voting in favor to
adopt the agenda. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
APPROVAL OF MEETING MI1.NUTES
Member Demartelaere moved to approve the minutes from February 27, 2023 meeting, Member
Hamlin seconded, with all present members voting in favor to adopt the minutes presented. Aye: 7
Nay: 0
No visitors to be heard.
VISITORS TO BE HEARQ
PRESENTATION
Sara Alig, Assistant City Administrator presented information and highlights from the City of Eagan
Sustainability Plan. "Sustainability in Action" included to stormwater management, smart salting,
vehicle management, etc. The Sustainability, plan is preparing for a sustainable future and trying to
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slow down the current changing of events that have shown to be expedited. Part of the strategy is to
hire the City's first dedicated sustainability coordinator and fund plans through utility fees.
OLD BUSINESS
Recreation Facilities Update
Parks and Recreation Superintendent presented the current status of the Recreational Facilities Plan.
The update included a recap of the last couple months recent activities regarding the projects as well
as a forecasted timeline moving forward. The projects discussed were the feasibility study being
conducted at the Eagan Community Center by 110%, a covering/rood for the refrigerated rink at Goat
Hill Park and the Eagan Art House project.
No new business at this time.
NEW BUSINESS
ROUNDTABLE
Member Costain — Excited for the trails to be open.
Member Demartelaere — Discussed the maintenance process for tennis courts, especially Oak Chase.
Member McWilliams - Asked about Woodhaven Park naming versus Destination All Play as well as
when bathrooms being open. Reported graffiti and damage at Lex-Diffley Skate Park. Lastly,
questioned signage for RC/Bike Park.
Member Klein — Hoping for warmer weather
Member Hamlin — Complimented snow removal and tree care.
Member Heimisdottir — Excited for Cascade Bay season for her children
DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Director Pimental presented highlights from recent activities in the Eagan Parks and Recreation
Department.
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ADJOURNMENT
After further brief discussion, Member Palmer moved, Member Hamlin seconded with all members
present voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 p.m.
Date v
Not Approved