Parks & Natural Resources Commission - 05 Jan 2026

Monday, January 5, 2026

Adoption of the 2026 Annual Work Plan

Election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair

Review of City Deer Management Plan

Stormwater pollution protection input

Review of sustainability and capital improvement plans

Recreation services study

Park system navigation/wayfinding study

Commissioner-led round table discussions

ISD 191 and School of Environmental Studies collaboration

Kramer Quarry tour

Tennisu Trail park boundary and history review

Votes (5)

Adoption of the agenda

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Approval of September 15, 2024 minutes

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Approval of November 17, 2025 minutes as amended

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Approval of 2026 amended work plan

PassedVoice vote

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Election of Chair Hansel and Vice Chair Gomez

Passed7-0

Moved by Commission member · Seconded by Commission member

Notable Quotes (2)

If you are contacting the school district or the school of environmental studies, feel free to say, I'm a commissioner with the Burnsville Parks and Natural Resources Commission.

JJ Ryan
Commissioner AuthorityRegarding commissioners representing the city while conducting research.

I would love to have a clarified report on the Tennisu Trail... just to clarify its boundaries and to really share the history of how it's gotten to be where it is.

Gomez
Tennisu TrailAdding a new topic to the commission's work plan.

People (5)

HanselChair

Presiding over the PNRC meeting, confirmed interest to retain role for 2026.

JJ RyanStaff Liaison

Presented the 2026 annual work plan and commissioner request structure.

Mark RayPublic Works Director

Provided guidance on seasonal articles and established dates for the Kramer Quarry tour.

GomezCommissioner

Proposed amendments to the work plan regarding school districts and park boundaries.

MatzCommissioner

Researched watering restrictions for the 7-county metro area.

Places Mentioned

Burnsville, MNCity HallKramer QuarryTennisu Trail Park

Events & Meetings (6)

  • January 5, 2026: 6:30 PM PNRC Meeting
  • September 15, 2024: PNRC Meeting
  • November 17, 2025: PNRC Meeting
  • February 2, 2026: 5:30 PM City Council Meeting
  • August 2026: Parks Tour
  • June 2026: Kramer Quarry Tour
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Parks & Natural Resources Commission - 05 Jan 2026 - Burnsville Recorder