Cottage Grove Parks & Recreation Meeting 3-9-26
Monday, March 9, 2026
Approval of March 9th Meeting Minutes
Introduction of new commissioners Sam Larson and Jordan Deish
CGAA United Soccer Association funding request
Military Trailhead Master Plan discussion and approval
Bylaws review and amendment discussion
Peterson Park playground design and purchase
Still Ponds Park Natural Resources Management Plan
Desert Park project updates
Cottage Grove Trailway Corridor habitat restoration
Seeman Park irrigation and shelter progress
Mississippi Dunes Park fishing pier and grant updates
Peterson Park boardwalk and grant application status
Votes (6)
Approve minutes with proposed changes
Moved by Chair · Seconded by Commissioner
Approve $2,600 funding grant for CGAA United Soccer
Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner
Approve Military Trailhead Master Plan concept
Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner
Approve commission bylaws as submitted
Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner
Approve Peterson Park playground design
Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner
Approve Still Ponds Park Natural Resources Management Plan with proviso for economic usage review
Moved by Commissioner · Seconded by Commissioner
Notable Quotes (2)
In 2023, I remember we approved the Pine RCA track for $2,500, but to my knowledge, that money's never been given to them.
I'm really torn about just what is the right thing to do here... matched against the amount of usage I anticipate for the park.
People (6)
Recently joined the commission; student at Durham Hall.
New member, works for Minnesota Army National Guard, lives near Pine Hill Elementary.
Provides project updates and manages technical details for park developments.
Facilitates funding requests, grant applications, and park design logistics.
Active in questioning budget allocations and project feasibility.
Participates in bylaw reviews and offers feedback on commission membership structure.
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Events & Meetings (1)
- March 9th Cottage Grove Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Commission