--- ## title: Item Report ## author: Douglas Shumway date: D:20240501220600Z --- ## Item Report August 5, 2026 ## City Council ## Item Number: 8.2 Department: Parks & Recreation Item Activity: Action Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Title: Ordinance 2026-12: Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional ## Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties ## Action Requested: Approve Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties, grant first reading and waive second reading. ## Information/Background: This ordinance updates City Code Chapter 24 regarding conduct in park & publicly owned property. The code was reviewed for potential updates to ensure parks and publicly owned properties are safe for the community to reserve and use as intended. An increase in the number of large group gatherings without prior knowledge has caused severe negative impacts on the physical, social, emotional well-being and safety of park users. An advance reservation permit requirement will allow for a higher level of coordination and planning to ensure that the safety, capacity and coordination of city resources can be adequately deployed if approved. Unplanned events have the likelihood to have a negative impact on park maintenance, police and adjacent property resources in the community. Park and Recreation staff currently have a permit application and review process for advanced reservations. This would have no impact on current permit holders and athletic associations that have standing permit reservations. This ordinance update provides a tool for the Police Department to enforce gatherings of a certain size and use of certain areas if conditions in a park demand. The City Prosecuting Attorney recommends violations of this ordinance be classified as a petty misdemeanor. ## Resources/Financial Impacts: Additional permit requests and issuance coordination is likely. However, no identified financial resources are needed at this time. ## Relationship to City Policies/Plans/Budget Pillars: This action will allow City Staff to appropriately address social disruption behavior issues at parks and publicly owned property and require an advance reservation permit from the City of Edina to use such facilities. This should have a positive impact on community relationships in the area of the property. ## Better Together ## Values Impact: ## Health Addressing improper use of park areas by reducing unplanned and unpermitted large group gatherings will improve the social, physical and emotional well-being of park users and improve safety aspects of public areas. Unplanned large groups often result in increased trash, food waste, restroom uncleanliness and traffic due to no advanced planning. Permitted groups are directed to alternate site locations that can best accommodate requests. ## Stewardship The ability to ensure a safe and orderly process for use…

## Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda August 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Dr. ## Accessibility Support: The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing amplification, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. 1. Call to Order ## 2. Roll Call ## 3. Approval of Meeting Agenda 3.1. Amend the meeting agenda to add item 7.1 Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. ## 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes ## 4.1. Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission June 9, 2026 ## 5. Special Recognitions and Presentations ## 5.1. Park Project Updates ## 6. Community Comment During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share issues or concerns that are not scheduled for a future public hearing. Items that are on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the number of speakers on the same issue in the interest of time and topic. Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board/Commission Members to respond to their comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to staff for consideration at a future meeting. 7. Reports/Recommendations 7.1. Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. Page 1 of 33 ## 7.2. Initiative 1.5.5 - Review Climate Action Plan Priorities ## 7.3. 2026 Park & Recreation Commission Work Plan ## 7.4. Discussion on 2027/2028 Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan ## 8. Chair and Member Comments ## 9. Staff Comments ## 9.1. Upcoming Meetings & Events 10. Adjournment Page 2 of 33 ## Item Report August 10, 2026 ## Parks & Recreation Commission ## Item Number: 3.1 Department: Parks & Recreation Item Activity: Action Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director Item Title: Amend the meeting agenda to add item 7.1 Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. ## Action Requested: Amending the agenda requires a motion, a second and a majority vote. ## Information/Background: Request to Amend the August 10, 2026 Meeting Agenda to add for discussion item 7.1 Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. This requires a motion, second and vote to amend the agenda. ## Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). ## None Page 3 of 33 ## Item Report August…

--- ## title: Item Report ## author: Douglas Shumway date: D:20240501220600Z --- ## Item Report August 10, 2026 ## Parks & Recreation Commission ## Item Number: 9.1 Department: Parks & Recreation Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director ## Item Title: Upcoming Meetings & Events ## Action Requested: None, informational only. ## Information/Background: ## Upcoming Meeting Dates ## Date Time Location ## MONDAY, August 10* 7:00 p.m. Braemar Golf Course ## Tuesday, September 8 7:00 p.m. Braemar Golf Course ## Tuesday, October 13 7:00 p.m. Braemar Golf Course ## MONDAY, November 9* 7:00 p.m. Braemar Golf Course ## Tuesday, December 8 7:00 p.m. Braemar Golf Course *Date adjustments ## Upcoming Events Date / Time Location Fall Into the Arts Festival Sat. Sept. 12 and Sun. Sept. 13 ## Centennial Lakes Park 2026 MGA Adaptive Open Fri. Sept. 25 - Sun. Sept. 27 ## Braemar Golf Course ## Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). ## None

--- title: Parks & Recreation Commission June 9, 2026 ## author: Douglas Shumway date: D:20240523190900Z --- ## Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda June 9, 2026, 7:00 PM Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Dr. 1. Call to Order Chair Pfuhl called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. ## 2. Roll Call Answering the roll call were Commissioners Conzemius, Rezac, Wick, Kane, and Pfuhl. Commissioner Welsh arrived at 7:01 p.m. and Student Commissioner Syed arrived at 7:10 p.m. ## Absent: Commissioners Bye, Garazatua, Hulbert and Student Commissioner Harrington Staff Present: Staff Liaison Perry Vetter, Assistant Director Recreation & Facilities Tracy Petersen, Recreation Supervisor Laura Fulton, Summer Intern Carter Dunn and Administrative Coordinator Janet Canton ## 3. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion made by Wick to approve the meeting agenda. Motion seconded by Kane Motion carried. ## 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes ## 4.1. Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission May 12, 2026 Motion made by Kane to approve May 12, 2026, minutes. Motion seconded by Conzemius. Motion carried. ## 5. Special Recognitions and Presentations ## 5.1. Introduction of Parks & Recreation Summer Intern Assistant Director Petersen introduced the Parks & Recreation Summer Intern, Carter Dunn. Summer Intern Dunn went over what he has been working on during this internship. ## 6. Community Comment ## None 7. Reports/Recommendations ## 7.1. Arts Programming Update Laura Fulton, Recreation Supervisor, gave an update on the art center programs and services as well as discussing the new art center that is currently under construction. Commissioners asked questions. ## 7.2. 2026 Park & Recreation Commission Work Plan Chair Pfuhl briefly went over the 2026 Work Plan and confirmed with the commissioners that all the updates made are correct. Staff Liaison Vetter informed the commission that Commissioner Wick confirmed Initiative 1.5.5 — Review Climate Action Plan priorities and conduct research on external park agencies that are implementing projects that would be beneficial to the Edina Park system, will be brought to the Aug. 10 meeting. ## 7.3. Discussion on 2027/2028 Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan Staff Liaison Vetter went through the process for the 2027-2028 Work Plan. The commissioners discussed the current initiatives and what they feel need to be continued. Initiative 1.5.1 - Review and Comment on Braemar Arena Implementation — Staff Liaison Vetter informed the commission that he feels this implementation does not need to continue on the 2027-2028 Work Plan. Staff will continue to bring it back for review and comments. Initiative 1.5.2 — Review and compare park shelter building amenities and function — It was noted this initiative should be compiled and submitted to the City Council this year. Initiative 1.5.3 — Review 2016 Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan content, identify key study areas to include in the upcoming 2026 update for topics, researc…

--- title: Ordinance ## author: Douglas Shumway date: D:20240501220600Z --- ## Ordinance 2026-12: Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City ## Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and ## Publicly Owned Properties ## The City Council of Edina, Minnesota Ordains: Section 1. Chapter 24 - STREETS, SIDEWALKS AND OTHER PUBLIC SPACES, Article VIII. - PARKS AND OTHER PUBLIC SPACES, Section 24-255. - Additional restrictions for parks and publicly owned properties of the Edina City Code is hereby amended to read as follows, with the following original text, added text, and deleted text: Sec. 24-255. — Additional restrictions for parks and publicly owned properties. In addition to the requirements of section 24-254, no person shall, in any park or publicly owned property: (1) Place or keep any goods, wares, merchandise or other articles without the written permission of the park director. (2) Participate in or conduct any band procession, parade or military formation without the written permission of the park director. (3) Promote or participate in an entertainment or exhibition without the written permission of the park director. (4) Participate in any rally, convention, assembly or meeting without the written permission of the park director, which shall be withheld only when necessary to prevent conflict with regular park activities. (5) Sell or offer for sale any article in any public park; provided that refreshments or other articles may be sold by the city or by persons authorized to do so by the park director. (6) Be in or remain in any vehicle, or park or leave unattended any vehicle, between the hours of 12:00 midnight and 6:00 a.m., except when the vehicle is moving upon a street or when permitted by the park director. (7) Drive or park a motor vehicle on any area not designated for parking or travel. (8) Take or allow any dog or other animal where forbidden by posted signs. (9) Take or allow any horse or other livestock upon any park, publicly owned property or public waters without the written permission of the park director. (10) On any public skating rink, no person shall race, play games which interfere with the general public use, use hockey sticks or pucks in areas not marked for hockey play, or loiter in public warming houses. (11) Play or participate in baseball, diamond ball, basketball, football, golf, tennis, archery or any other game or sport, except in or upon appropriate areas established by the city for such game or sport. (12) Play upon, use or enter any publicly owned property without having first paid an admission or entry fee when one is required. (13) Bathe or swim in water adjoining a park, except at places and during hours shown by signs placed by the city. (14) Be in or remain within the park before or after posted hours of operation without the written permission of the park director. (15) Gather with a group of 25 people or more for any reason without obtaining and being in compliance with an a…

--- ## title: Parks and Recreation Commission date: D:20260727173435Z --- ## 2026 Advisory Commission Work Plans Reporting dates not set ## Report Created On: Jul 27, 2026 ## Parks and Recreation Commission Page 1 1 ## Commission Name 6 ## Initiative ## Report Legend Council Charge No Update Overdue ## Overall Summary % ## On Track67 ## Completed33 ## Status 0100 # ## Progress 75% Page 1 ## PARC Commission report_PV ## 2026 Advisory Commission Work Plans ## Report Created On: Jul 27, 2026 ## Report Legend Council Charge No Update Overdue ## Commission Name 1.5 ## Parks & Recreation Commission ## 2025-2026 Work Plan The Commission participates in park planning, reviews operations of parks and facilities and advises the City Council on policies, parks, programs and facilities. ## Plan Label And NumberDescriptionInitiative TypeLeadsStatus ## Initiative 1.5.1Review and Comment on Braemar Arena Implementation In support of the Braemar Park master plan implementation efforts for Braemar Arena assign members to the various stakeholder/focus group input opportunities as needs are identified to bring the community perspective to the process. Potential Areas: Infrastructure replacement Arena expansion ## ProjectKane (L), Wick, ## Hulbert, Rezac, Syed (s) Initiative 1.5.2Review and compare park shelter building amenities and function The upcoming capital improvement program identifies several park shelter building replacements. Part 1: The commission will study and report on user experience enhancements, amenities and style of facility approaches that are successful in current Edina parks and surrounding communities to help guide future replacement projects. Part 2: The commission will evaluate Edina Parks that have and those that do not have park buildings and propose criteria for constructing or decommissioning at each site. ## ProjectWelsh (L), Wick, ## Garazatua, Rezac, Syed (S) Initiative 1.5.3Review 2016 Parks & Recreation Strategic Plan content, identify key study areas to include in upcoming 2026 update for topics, research and potential data collection. The Parks and Recreation Department completes a strategic plan every 10 years prior to the development of the Comprehensive Guide Plan. The strategic plan informs the parks chapter of the comprehensive guide plan and is used as a pathway to prioritize and further develop the park system. This initiative will review the content of the 2016 plan, identify areas to add or modify for the upcoming work. ## ProjectKane (L), Pfuhl, Welsh Initiative 1.5.4Research and if feasible, develop action plan or further research of no more than two Alternative Funding Strategies (2023 Work Plan Item) to progress that initiative. The commission delivered a report on alternative funding methods that could be considered to supplement financial contributions to the park system. This initiative will revisit that report and do an in-depth analysis on no more than two methods to provide greater analysis for conside…

--- title: Item Attachment Files Item Attachment Files Staff Report 2027/2028 Work Plan Development author: Administrator date: D:20260731133100Z --- ## Strong ## Foundation ## CITY GOALS: ## Better ## Together ## Reliable ## Service ## Livable ## City ## Staff Report ## City of Edina • 4801 W.50th St. • ## Edina, MN 55424 ## Date: ## To: ## From: ## Subject: July 24, 2026 ## Parks & Recreation Commission Members ## Perry Vetter, Parks & Recreation Director ## 2027/2028 Commission Work Plan Development ## Staff Recommendation: The commission has been requested to begin discussions on the 2027/2028 work plan and finalize by the Sept. 8 meeting. Chair Pfuhl will present the plan to the City Council in October. ## Information / Background Background information was provided for the June 9 Parks & Recreation Commission packet for Members to discuss the development of the 2027/2028 Work Plan. The following information was attached and remains available in the board portal for that meeting packet: • Council Charge / Level of Impact: This document is a short description of the levels and roles of the various council charges that each work plan would be defined as. • Prior Year Work Plans: Included are the 2021 – 2026 commission work plan initiatives • Comprehensive Guild Plan Chapter 6: This is the Parks, Open Space, and Natural Resources chapter of the comprehensive guide plan. • Park System Strategic Plan: This is linked document due to size https://www.edinamn.gov/1808/Park- ## System-Strategic-Plan • Park System Strategic Plan Appendix A – Implementation Framework: this includes updated progress on the plan’s implementation. ## Process to Set 2027/2028 Work Plan • The work plan initiatives are determined and worked on by the commission themselves. • Each initiative is limited to no more than 4 regular members and up to two student members. ## STAFF REPORT Page 2 • Each initiative should have a designated lead. The lead’s responsibility is to organize the work plan members on the deliverable and communicate with the Chair on when the item is ready for discussion by the full commission for the agenda. Initiative leads do work with staff on guidance and clarity. • The initiatives must fall into one of five City Council Charges of 1. Study & Report, 2. Review & Comment, 3. Review & Recommend, 4. Review & Decide, or 5. Event. • Typically the June and August meetings the commission will discuss ideas and focus areas for the work plan. The September meeting is used for finalizing the initiatives and recommending them by motion for City Council consideration. ## Initiative Overarching Themes The work plan initiatives from the 2021 to 2026 work plans are also included in the June 9 packet for review. Of those initiatives, they fell into the following overarching categories. At the June meeting the commission discussion confirmed these themes are still relevant for development of the 2027/2028 work plan and initiatives should fall under these themes if p…

--- ## title: City of Edina Agenda ## author: Douglas Shumway date: D:20251218154500Z --- ## Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda August 10, 2026, 7:00 PM Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Dr. ## Accessibility Support: The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing amplification, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. 1. Call to Order ## 2. Roll Call ## 3. Approval of Meeting Agenda 3.1. Amend the meeting agenda to add item 7.1 Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. ## 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes ## 4.1. Minutes: Parks & Recreation Commission June 9, 2026 ## 5. Special Recognitions and Presentations ## 5.1. Park Project Updates ## 6. Community Comment During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share issues or concerns that are not scheduled for a future public hearing. Items that are on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the number of speakers on the same issue in the interest of time and topic. Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board/Commission Members to respond to their comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to staff for consideration at a future meeting. 7. Reports/Recommendations 7.1. Discussion on Amending Chapter 24 of the Edina City Code Regarding Additional Restrictions for Parks and Publicly Owned Properties. ## 7.2. Initiative 1.5.5 - Review Climate Action Plan Priorities ## 7.3. 2026 Park & Recreation Commission Work Plan ## 7.4. Discussion on 2027/2028 Parks & Recreation Commission Work Plan ## 8. Chair and Member Comments ## 9. Staff Comments ## 9.1. Upcoming Meetings & Events 10. Adjournment