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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Monday, June 26, 2023
MINUTES OF MEETING OF JUNE 26, 20231
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission (APrC) began at 6:30 p.m. on
Monday, June 26, 2023 at Eagan City Hall. Commission Members present included Member Rotty,
Member McWilliams, Member Hassen, Member Hamlin, Member Demartelaere, Member Costain and
Member Palmer. Member Klein was absent. Staff members present was Director of Parks and
Recreation Andrew Pimental and Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Jared Flewellen.
APPROVAL OF AGE.N
Member Palmer asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Assistant Director Flewellen stated
there were none. Member Costain moved, Member Rotty seconded, with all present members voting
in favor to adopt the agenda. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
APPROVAL'OF MEETING MINlITE5
Member Demartelaere moved to approve the minutes from May 15, 2023 meeting, Member Hamlin
seconded, with all present members voting in favor to adopt the amended minutes. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
No visitors to be heard.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
PRESENTATION
MRPA Awards of Excellence
Director Pimental and Assistant Director Flewellen presented two Minnesota Recreation and Parks
Association Awards of Excellence for the Goat Hill Park Outdoor Rink and the Rahn Park Improvements.
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OLD BUSINESS
Recreation Facilities and Projects Update
Parks and Recreation Director Andrew Pimental and Assistant Director presented the current status of
the Recreational Facilities Plan projects along with other Capital Improvement Projects in progress. 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 the
Eagan Art House project, ECC gym and front desk projects, Slater Acres playground replacement and
Norse Park public art and shelter installation.
ROUNDTABLE
Member McWilliams — Commented on Cascade Bay in regards to the positivity of the staff as well as
the current status of the grounds which could use more attention.
Member Demartelaere —Attended the Special City Council and requested more information on the
Central Park Plan.
Member Hamlin —Thanked staff for promptness of fixing park maintenance issues and appreciated all
the staff around the adult softball leagues.
Member Rotty —Commented on how his family enjoyed attending Big Rig Rally
Member Costain — Mentioned on how he is looking forward to Fun Fest again this year.
Member Hassen — Commented on how beautiful Lebanon Hills Park is and how fortunate we are to
have that in Eagan.
DEPARTMENT' UPDATES
Assistant Director Flewellen presented highlights from recent activities in the Eagan Parks and
Recreation Department.
ADJOURNMENT
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After further brief discussion, Member Hamlin moved, Member Costain seconded with all members
present voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:50 p.m.
Secretary Date
Not Approved