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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Monday, November 21, 2022
MINUTES OF MEETING OF NOVEMBER 21, 2022
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission (APrC) began at 6:30 p.m. on Monday,
November 21, 2022 at Eagan City Hall. Commission Members present included Member Rotty, Member
Heimisdottir, Member Rayman, Member McWilliams, Member Costain, Member Klein and Member Hamlin.
Member Palmer and Member Demartelaere were absent. Staff members present was Director of Parks and
Recreation Andrew Pimental.
APPROVAL OF,AGEND
Member Klein asked if there were any changes to the agenda. Director Pimental stated there was none.
Member McWilliams moved, Member Costain seconded, with all present members voting in favor to adopt the
agenda. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Member Heimisdottir moved to approve the minutes from October 17, 2022 meeting, Member Rayman
seconded, with all present members voting in favor to adopt the minutes presented. Aye: 7 Nay: 0
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
John Pass —Options for outdoor skating rink at Highview Park or nearby park.
PRESENTATION
Water Resources Division
Eric MacBeth, outgoing Water Resources Manager and Jenna Olson Water Resources Manager presented
information and highlights from the Water Resources Division. The Water Resources Division strives to protect
and improve lakes and wetlands. A portion of those efforts are focused on managing watersheds, organizing
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water program milestones, managing lakes, tracking citywide results, conserving wetlands and preventing
stormwater pollution.
No old business at this time.
No new business at this time.
OLD BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESS
ROUNDTABLE
Member Heimisdottir— Attended Halloween Trail Walk and was impressed with the number of attendees.
Member Klein —Attended Art Sale and was impressed by number of vendors. Also, promoted Holz Farm Old
Fashioned Holiday.
Member McWilliams —Appreciated the landscaping at South Oaks Park.
Member Rayman — Kudos to staff for their continued efforts.
Member Rotty— Requested to further discuss the outdoor rink request.
Member Costain —Visited Rahn Park and Goat Hill Park and appreciated the use of the ice rink.
Member Hamlin —Also attended Halloween Trail Walk and commented on improved messaging for entry. In
addition to that, Rahn Park was looking for more communication of playground.
DEPARTMENT UPDATES
Director Pimental presented highlights from recent activities in the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department.
ADJOURNMENT
After further brief discussion, Member Hamlin moved, Member Heimisdottir seconded with all members
present voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.
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