Parks & Recreation Committee - Jun 16 2025

Monday, June 16, 2025

Approval of May 19th minutes

City updates and news (bingo, Rec Center hours, summer programming, engagement events, farmers markets)

Review of non-traditional park spaces (Alageney, Church Lake, Goodman, Noterman Woods, Salters Park)

Future amenities for underutilized parks (benches, bike fix-it stations, picnic areas, scenic swings)

Assessment of Bayfront Park gravel pad

Votes (1)

Approval of the May 19th, 2025 meeting minutes with one edit

CarriedUnanimous

Moved by Mary Larson · Seconded by Committee Member

Notable Quotes (3)

The recreation center is going to be closed this coming Thursday in observance of Juneteenth.

Jenna Smith
Rec Center operationsCity update regarding holiday operations.

It's a nice little path inside there but it is like you can find it from a large main trail.

Amanda Cahill
Alageney ParkDiscussion on Alageney Park.

I would think that at some time if we want to relieve some of the pressure from parking downtown that conceivably you could create some more spots and put some picnic tables in the Goodman Park area.

Committee Member
Goodman Park parkingSuggesting solutions for parking shortages.

People (7)

Mary LarsonCommittee Member

Proposed minutes edit for clarity.

AlexCommittee Member

Present for roll call.

Adam DerCommittee Member

Present for roll call.

Chris CaseyCommittee Member

Present for roll call.

Larry SchulzCommittee Member

Present for roll call.

Places Mentioned

Wasserman Lake PreserveVictoria Recreation CenterAlageney ParkChurch Lake ParkGoodman ParkNoterman Woods ParkSalters ParkBayfront ParkKirk LockenLake Minnetonka Regional TrailCarver Park ReserveOmni Anki Brewing Lot

Events & Meetings (6)

  • June 16th, 2025: Park and Recreation Committee Meeting
  • May 19th, 2025: Previous regular meeting
  • June 18th (Wednesday): Bingo in the Park at Wasserman Lake Preserve
  • June 19th (Thursday): Recreation Center closed for Juneteenth
  • June 27th (Friday): Wonders of Wasserman camp (A Bug's Life)
  • July 3rd (Thursday): Parks and Recreation Department engagement at Omni Anki Brewing Lot
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Parks & Recreation Committee - Jun 16 2025 - Victoria Recorder