North St. Paul Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting - 8/27/25
Sunday, September 14, 2025
Southwood Nature Preserve Maintenance Plan
Casey Ball Fields status update
Howy Park pickleball courts windscreen installation
Polar Park playground replacement
Urban Ecology Center infrastructure additions
Mcnite property land survey and engineering
E-bike and motorized foot scooter ordinance
Park Passport program updates
Votes (3)
Approval of the agenda
PassedVoice vote
Moved by Unnamed member · Seconded by Unnamed member
Approval of the minutes
PassedVoice vote
Moved by Unnamed member · Seconded by Unnamed member
Recommend EG Root and Suns estimate for Mcnite property survey
PassedVoice vote
Moved by Unnamed member · Seconded by Unnamed member
Notable Quotes (2)
If we get any leads on dirt, we'll send it to you.
Casey Ball FieldsHumorous exchange regarding the city's search for topsoil for ball field repairs.
The only buildable property that the city owns was the property located at 235 7th Avenue.
Student build home projectJustification for building a house on land previously considered for a community garden.
People (5)
Ron RichiePublic Works Director
Presented the Southwood Nature Preserve maintenance plan and operational updates.
Sarah ZarakaCommission Member
Lead the meeting and provided updates on city projects.
AdaHorticulturalist
Authored the Southwood Nature Preserve maintenance plan.
Brian FrannleCity Manager
Provided statement regarding the student build home project location.
Ken RobertsCommunity Development Director
Tasked with creating the ordinance regarding e-bikes.
Places Mentioned
Southwood Nature PreserveCasey Ball FieldsHowy ParkPolar ParkUrban Ecology CenterMcnite property235 7th Avenue2076 StreetNorthwood hockey rink
Events & Meetings (2)
- Opening Statement/Roll Call: No date provided
- Open House: Thursday, September 4th, 4:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at 2076 Street