Parks & Natural Resources Commission
Regular MeetingWoodbury, MN · April 5, 2022
Minutes
City of Woodbury
Woodbury City Hall
8301 Valley Creek Road
Woodbury, MN 55125
651-714-3583
Minutes of
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 5, 2022
Commission Members Present: Chair Greta Bjerkness, Timothy Brewington, II, Arin
Kurttila (Co-chair), Bruce Montgomery, Deborah
Musser, Rachel Nelson, Wallace Wadd, Brandon
Mersch, Emerson Siefken
Commission Member(s) Absent: None
Commission Member Virtual: None
Councilmember In-person: Councilmember Jennifer Santini
Staff Present: Michelle Okada, Parks and Recreation Director
Sarah Alig, Senior Management Analyst
Jennifer McLoughlin, Sr. Environmental Resources
Coordinator
Belinda Reed, Recording Secretary
Staff Virtual: Jodi Sauro, Parks and Recreation Coordinator
Call to Order
Chair Bjerkness called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Open Forum
Members of the public were in attendance in-person and virtually.
Mr. Joe Ward, 7817 Somerset Circle, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, addressed the commission on
the subject of environmental stewardship and asked the commission to make a recommendation to
the City Council, to consider environmental stewardship as a strategic initiative as well as hire a
consultant.
Ms. Molly McCoole, 8511 Timberwood Road, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, Woodbury High School
Environmental Club member, shared with the commission her concern related to surface water
quality.
Ms. Audrey Fedunok, 2330 Kings Circle, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, Woodbury High School
Environmental Club member, shared with the commission her concern related to ground water
pollution and recommended that the City Council select environmental stewardship as a strategic
initiative.
Ms. Stephanie Wang, 7672 Somerset Road, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, provided her previously
involvement in the community and noted her affiliation as a co-founder of the Friends of the
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Tamarack Nature Preserve. Ms. Wang recommended the City Council adopt an environmental
stewardship strategic initiative.
Mr. Roger Green, 1254 Donegal Drive, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, provided a background of his
previous involvement in the community as well as other organization affiliations. Mr. Green would
like to see more resources for environmental sustainability and suggested a task force be created to
address emerging community needs that require additional allocation of resident and business tax
investment and/or grants.
The Rev. Anna Doherty, 3308 North View Lane, Woodbury, Minnesota 55125, addressed the
commission from a spiritual perspective on the issue of environmental stewardship and asked that
an environmental stewardship initiative be recommended to the City Council.
Action Items
A. March 1, 2022, Parks and Natural Resources Commission Meeting Minutes
Chair Bjerkness asked for the approval of the Minutes of the March 1, 2022, meeting of the Parks
and Natural Resources Commission.
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by Commissioner Nelson, to
approve the March 1, 2022, Parks and Natural Resources Commission Minutes.
Vote: In favor All in-person and virtual
Against None
Absent None
B. Environmental Stewardship Statement of Intent – Memorandum No. 22 – 11
Ms. Michelle Okada noted that this portion of the meeting will be conducted by Ms. Sarah Alig and
Ms. Jennifer McLoughlin and styled like a workshop.
The commissioners were provided two handouts: a worksheet and a Sample Statement template.
Ms. Alig noted that the handouts were for ease of reference, as the group works on putting together
a collaborative statement for the City Council. Ms. Alig noted that since the March PNRC meeting,
staff attempted to summarize the group’s conversation in a letter format, resulting in the drafted
handout “Sample Statement – for Collaborative Revision.”
At this point, the commissioners were asked to spend five minutes reviewing and reflecting on the
handouts and encouraged to wordsmith and take notes.
Ms. Alig noted that in summarizing what the commissioners noted as their hopes along with what
they worry about and what action they would like to see taken, the Sample Statement was a
compilation of all of those things to determine what the commission would like to convey for City
Council’s consideration, when the Council makes their strategic initiative selection at the June
workshop.
Ms. Alig then asked the commissioners to collaborate with their neighboring commissioner for the
next five-minute period.
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Starting with paragraph 2 in the Sample Statement, a discussion took place to identify what pieces
were identified as important or missing from the statement.
A discussion took place with regard to the commission having previously expressed their values and
there was a consensus to move forward with the recommendation to the City Council to designate
environmental stewardship as a strategic initiative.
Important things the commissioners mentioned as concerns during the environmental stewardship
discussions, which they would like to be communicated to the City Council:
Clean air and water
Safety for all
Include what we believe and love
Help protect the most vulnerable members of the community, such as individuals with
chronic health conditions
Review opportunities
Resident engagement is important
Specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely
Comprehensive Plan is an opportunity
How to address emerging issues
We are at a crossroad – gas emissions, blue algae bloom
Local things that are in danger.
Commission is ready to serve, take action
Greenhouse gases and time is running short to make meaningful reductions and burning
fossil fuels
More emphasis on the risks of not making a formal plan
Urgent, massive, and complex issues
Urgency, that time is running short if we don’t have a plan
Action plan with robust public engagement process
Narrow down list of possible actions
Include recommendations that are tangible for residents to take action on
Language as to what we want professional services to accomplish
Cost benefit ratio analysis looking at how much we spend and the outcome
Prioritize paragraph at the end that will produce concrete, measurable steps that people and
businesses can take to achieve goals
Green space – reduce those high-density zones, concerns about crime
Health of the southernmost tamarack stand in the state
Smoke from wildfires
Heat waves
Emerald Ash Borer
It was noted that the PNRC City Council Liaison has had the benefit of hearing the environmental
stewardship discussion at each meeting while the other City Council members have not had that
same opportunity. In order to make an impactful and concise statement to move forward the
recommendation of environmental stewardship as a Council strategic initiative, it was suggested
that the “ask” to elevate environmental stewardship among all the other important items the city is
facing and need to be considered by the City Council.
Ms. Okada noted that the City Council receives each PNRC monthly packet issued.
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A discussion took place regarding whether existing city staff has the time to properly address
environmental stewardship for the community and whether a consultant might be hired to help
draft a plan. A suggestion was made to reach out to the residents about environmental stewardship
and be able to provide achievable steps and goals for individuals to act upon that are realistic,
measurable and attainable.
Ms. Alig noted that the final paragraph could summarize that in order to eliminate these risks and
lead the way to protect our community, while meeting the needs of future generations, the city must
establish environmental stewardship strategic initiative and commit the resources, such as hiring a
consultant to create an action plan.
Ms. Alig noted staff will refine the statement, to include the specifics the commission has identified
as important to be included in the statement. The new statement will then be brought to the May
PNRC for the commission’s review to affirm whether the statement reflects what the commission
wants to go to the City Council from the collective body.
C. Monthly Update – Memorandum No. 22 – 12
Ms. Okada noted that staff has been working on a design and created a beautiful video for the Angel
of Hope project. The community group will begin fundraising efforts in preparation for
construction in 2023. Final agreement and design is pending Council approval.
Ms. Okada noted that the Recreation Division summer program registration experienced the best
first week sign-ups in history. Seasonal staff hiring remains a concern. Staff are utilizing every
creative approach, including social media, recruitment at area high schools, etc. Ms. Okada asked if
the commissioners know anyone that may have an interest in working with us, please encourage
them to visit the city’s website employment section.
Council Report – Councilmember Santini
Councilmember Santini noted that March 30, was a joint workshop meeting with the Cottage Grove
City Council and included a Glacial Valley Park presentation made by the South Washington County
Watershed District.
Announcements/Miscellaneous
Ms. Okada noted that the community engagement for the Central Park renovation project has begun
with open houses for the general city and stakeholder meetings for city partners, Central Park
renters, seniors, youth, and pop-ups for all park users.
Ms. Okada noted that the May, PNRC agenda will be quite full and inquired if the commission
would like to start park tours, similar to past years, scheduled either immediately before the
monthly meetings in order to obtain group feedback, or ask each commissioner to visit a park space
individually. There was a consensus to meet as a group. Park spaces listed for future visits
included: Hasenbank Woods; especially if the goats are present and Andy’s Bark Park and
Community Garden.
Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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Belinda Reed
________________________________
Belinda Reed
Administrative Assistant
Approved by the Parks and Natural Resources Commission on May 3, 2022.
Agenda
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Meeting
Agenda
April 5, 2022 | 7 p.m.
Ash North/South Conference Rooms
City Hall, 8301 Valley Creek Road
Please note: Due to COVID-19, the April 5, Parks and Natural Resources Commission
Meeting is taking place virtually and at City Hall in the Ash North and South Conference
Rooms. Members of the public may attend the meeting, but will be required to comply
with social distancing parameters as determined by the City. Members of the public may
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Public comments will be accepted during the meeting by using the link to the virtual
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within the meeting.
* Please note that all agenda times are estimates.
7:00* 1. Call to Order
7:05 2. Open Forum
7:10 3. Approval of the Minutes – March 1, 2022
7:15 4. Environmental Stewardship Statement of Intent – Memorandum No. 22 - 11
8:15 5. Monthly Update – Memorandum No. 22 - 12
8:20 6. Council Report – Councilmember Santini
8:25 7. Announcements/Miscellaneous
8:30 8. Adjourn
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City of Woodbury
Woodbury City Hall
8301 Valley Creek Road
Woodbury, MN 55125
651-714-3583
Minutes of
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Regular Meeting
Tuesday, March 1, 2022
Commission Members Present: Chair Greta Bjerkness, Arin Kurttila (Co-chair), Bruce
Montgomery, Rachel Nelson, Wallace Wadd, Brandon
Mersch, Emerson Siefken
Commission Member(s) Absent: Deborah Musser
Commission Member Virtual: Timothy Brewington, II
Councilmember In-person: Councilmember Jennifer Santini
Staff Present: Michelle Okada, Parks and Recreation Director
Sarah Alig, Senior Management Analyst
Jennifer McLoughlin, Senior Environmental Resources
Coordinator
Belinda Reed, Recording Secretary
Staff Virtual: Jodi Sauro, Parks and Recreation Coordinator
Reed Smidt, Recreation Manager
Call to Order
Chair Bjerkness called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Open Forum
Members of the public were in attendance in-person and virtually.
Action Items
A. February 8, 2022, Parks and Natural Resources Commission Meeting Minutes
Chair Bjerkness asked for the approval of the Minutes of the February 8, 2022, meeting of the Parks
and Natural Resources Commission.
Motion: Moved by Commissioner Montgomery, seconded by Commissioner Nelson, to
approve the February 8, 2022, Parks and Natural Resources Commission Minutes.
Vote: In favor All in-person and virtual
Against None
Absent Commissioner Musser
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B. Environmental Stewardship Context Overview – Memorandum No. 22 – 09
Ms. Okada highlighted the informational items previously provided the Commission noting that at
the meeting the Commissioners were being provided recently received email communications,
related to environmental stewardship, from three residents.
Ms. Sarah Alig and Ms. Jennifer McLoughlin were introduced. Ms. Alig noted that the presentation
at the meeting would be a follow-up to the environmental stewardship conversation and questions
posed during the February 8, PNRC meeting, which covered the accomplishments and work
produced by the city during the past 20-year period. The takeaways from the February meeting
included: celebrating the city’s many accomplishments related to environmental stewardship and
recognizing and responding to the increase of emerging issues such as Emerald Ash Borer, drought,
flooding and water contamination.
While reviewing community values, Ms. Alig provided examples of risks and immediate threats
facing the city, attributed to the unseasonably warmer winter temperatures including: the
cancellation of the January Recreation Division’s annual Cold Cat Fish Cup at Carver Lake Park; the
decrease in the number of ice skating days at the outdoor refrigerated pleasure rink, the shortening
of outdoor ice fishing season; the unprecedented rain events which resulted in flooding, including
damage to the outdoor athletic fields and trails; the June, 2021, heatwave, which resulted in empty
playgrounds; outdoor air quality affected by wild fire smoke; the blue green algae bloom that closed
Carver Lake Beach in July, 2021, and the survival of the southernmost Tamarack stand in the state,
which is also being threatened by the warming climate.
A list of Minnesota cities, with published climate action and sustainability plans was reviewed. Ms.
Alig noted that a goal for the evening’s discussion would be to begin narrowing down ideas and
applying local solutions that make sense for the City of Woodbury in addressing climate change.
Ms. Alig noted that while the issue of global warming is enormous, local solutions don’t have to
mean doing everything possible; rather, focusing on and applying resources on the primary
contributors, might be where Woodbury can have the biggest impact.
Ms. Alig noted that actions can have compound benefits. For instance, investment in the urban
forest can sequester carbon, cools down neighborhoods, provides habitat for wildlife, mitigates
stormwater runoff, and increases property values.
It was noted that other actions such as insulating buildings, can reduce heating costs, while more
alternative and active modes of transportation can improve health, lower infrastructure costs, and
shift consumption from fossil fuels and internal combustion.
Ms. McLoughlin noted that the city recently changed the tree ordinance with respect to
incentivizing developers to evaluate and save existing trees that are identified as valuable during the
development phase. For instance, if a 30” tree were removed, one-half of the lost 30” tree, or a 15”
replacement tree was required. The new ordinance requires a two to one replacement of any
removed tree that is identified as a Specimen tree (over 30”).
Ms. McLoughlin noted that since 2013, the City of Woodbury has been a member of the voluntary
recognition program “MN GreenStep Cities.” The program, which is geared toward the suburbs,
helps cities achieve their sustainability goals through implementation of actions that focus on cost
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savings, energy use reduction and innovation. Woodbury, having met the metrics set up in Step 4 of
the program, has reached Step 5.
Ms. McLoughlin noted that one example of a metric the city has improved in is the number of
electric vehicles in the fleet.
Ms. Alig asked the Commissioners to share why they chose to serve on the PNRC.
Responses varied with some reoccurring themes:
• Community garden
• Tree canopy
• Composting
• Phase II planning
• Parks, Trails and Open Space and maintaining green space
• Large city with small town feel, interacting with neighbors
• Environmental stewardship
• Concerns related to climate changes
• Schools
• Safety of children
• Clean air
• Love of nature, flora, and fauna
• Enjoying spending time out of doors
• Experience government at work
• Giving back to the community
Ms. Alig asked the Commissioners what were some event or factors/information that
influenced their understanding or impression of environmental stewardship over
time and what trends they see emerging?
Again, responses varied with some reoccurring themes:
• Air quality after having experienced breathing difficulties with smoke from forest fires
• Balance community values and not lose perspective on what is important
• Understanding climate change and communicating same with the community members
• Fresh and clean air
• Water quality and clean drinking water
• Safety for children
• Crime and worries about trying to achieve things that are not achievable in the community
• Retrofit an already developed community
• City built around car transportation
• Animals becoming extinct due to loss of flora and fauna
Ms. Alig asked the Commissioners how might a changing environmental context affect
our community, specifically?
Again, responses varied with some reoccurring themes:
• Loss of seasons and the natural cycle. Changes to what were four, distinct seasons in
Minnesota: winter, spring, summer and fall.
• Don’t rely on engineering aspects to get us out of this mess
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• High density building and number of multiple units being built compounding the issues
such as water
Ms. Alig asked the Commissioners to share their key take way and what they would
like known?
• With the number of items to be tackled, concerns with whether staff will be in a position to
take it to the next level – hire a consultant
• Making sure we can provide water to the new developments
Ms. Alig asked for one thing that the Commissioners would want city staff or City
Council to know.
• Massive topic with multiple tracks to tackle, need a clear entry way to chip away at the
issues. Beneficial to have an approach that provides information on what community
members can do at home and what the city can and will do.
• Clear definition to citizenry as to what they can do. Hire consultant or work with the
University of Minnesota. Without a clear laundry list nothing will get done.
• Clearly defining what we want to solve. Minnesota GreenStep Cities is a good first step.
• Tree canopy has a cooling effect. Example: Tamarack Road could have been built with a
median with planted trees.
• “Teach a man to fish they will eat for a lifetime.” Teach them how to do the process.
It was noted that staff will summarize the evening’s conversation/discussion and a more formal
recommendation will be presented for the PNRC to review and provide formal approval as to what
will be presented for City Council consideration.
C. Monthly Update – Memorandum No. 22 – 10
The summer 2022 Recreation brochure will be available on the city’s website March 7. The city is
accepting applications for a variety of exciting summer jobs, including golf course and recreation
programs. Anyone having an interest is encouraged to visit the city’s website employment section.
Council Report – Councilmember Santini
Councilmember Santini noted that the water treatment plant was discussed during the Council’s last
workshop meeting.
Announcements/Miscellaneous
Ms. Okada noted that the rebranding of the “HealthEast Sports Center” to “M Health Fairview
Sports Center,” will be communicated during the week. The city’s newsletter and social media
accounts will be highlighting the change and the city’s website will be updated. Additionally,
signage, including monument signs, will be replaced throughout the coming year.
Ms. Okada noted that Ms. Shelly Schafer, has joined the city team as the Community Engagement
and Equity Coordinator.
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Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________________
Belinda Reed
Administrative Assistant
Approved by the Parks and Natural Resources Commission on April 5, 2022.
Environmental
Stewardship
Presentation to PNRC
Part II + Discussion
Environmental Stewardship
Contents
City Examples and Best
Practices
Woodbury Approach
Discussion
Environmental Stewardship
Environmental Stewardship
Environmental Stewardship
Together,
cities can
In Good achieve
Company almost half
the
- necessary
emission
Leadership reductions to
from Cities meet global
targets for a
habitable
planet.
Significant Actions
Local Approaches to Global Issue
Strategic Approach
Building Power
Transportation Heating & Consumption
Cooling
Strategic Approach
High Impact
Focus Areas
Strategic Approach
• 43 cities have committed to 100
Set clear percent clean energy goals by 2035
(5 have achieved it!)
goals
Influence • Community choice power,
community solar, rooftop solar
power assistance
• Aggregate demand for clean energy
generation
Promote • Engage and educate residents
• Offer financial assistance /
energy incentives
efficiency
Strategic Approach
• Encourage shift to
New electrification
construction • Participate as
stakeholders for State
standards codes
• Upgrade HVAC and
water heating tech
Retrofit • Implement lighting,
buildings appliance, automation
improvements
Strategic Approach
• Narrow roads and add off-street
Encourage routes for biking, walking, etc
alternative
• Make it easy + appealing to get
around by bus, bike or foot
modes • Eliminate parking minimums
and encourage livable density
• Charging stations – public and
private
Support EV • Lead by example!
transition
Typical
Best
Practices
Significant Actions
Minnesota Peer Cities
• Minnesota Cities with Climate Action Plans
• Minneapolis (2013)
• St. Louis Park (2018)
• Grand Marais (2019)
• Northfield (2019)
• Saint Paul (2019)
• Eden Prairie (2020)
• Red Wing (2020)
• Richfield (2020)
• Burnsville (2020)
• Hennepin County (2020)
• Albert Lea (2021)
• Rochester (2021)
• Edina (2021)
Minnesota Peer Cities
• Minnesota Cities with • Wayzata
Energy Plans • Golden Valley
• Shorewood • Bloomington
• Eden Prairie • Shoreview
• St. Louis Park • STP Schools
• St. Paul • Mahtomedi
• Rosemount • Maplewood
• Edina • Inver Grove Heights
• Minnetonka • Ramsey County Parks
• Fridley • Washington County
Example
Best Practices – Guiding Resources
Best Practices – Guiding Resources
Parallel Priorities in Woodbury
• Water • ________
• Urban Forestry Plan • ________
• Stormwater BMP • ________
• Gold Line • ________
Model for
PNRC
Role
Discussion
When you think about
What is one reason you the future of
choose to serve as a environmental
steward of natural stewardship in
resources? Woodbury, what
concerns you most?
What is the most
important single thing
What are you most the city can do to serve
hopeful about? as responsible
environmental
stewards?
City Of Woodbury
Parks and Recreation Department
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Memorandum 22 - 11 April 5, 2022
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Members:
Subject: Environmental Stewardship Statement of Intent
As directed by Council, staff will continue to work with the Parks and Natural Resources
Commission to seek input on the next phase of Environmental Stewardship in Woodbury.
At the February Parks and Natural Resources Commission meeting, staff presented a summary of
the past twenty years of Environmental Stewardship. In the March meeting, Commissioners
discussed the present-day features, elements, and activities of Environmental Stewardship that
particularly resonate for them individually, and how they see these things being affected by the
changing climate now and in the future. Staff provided some examples of how other cities are
responding to this emerging threat.
This month, staff will present the themes that emerged in the Commissioners’ conversation. The
goal of this next meeting will be for Commission members to co-create a statement of intent
regarding the next chapter of Environmental Stewardship in Woodbury.
Staff looks to Parks and Natural Resource Commissioners to provide direction, reflective of their
advisory role to Council, on investing in study, strategy, and action to mitigate and adapt to the
changing climate in Minnesota to protect our parks and natural resources.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/
Sarah Alig
Senior Management Analyst
City of Woodbury
Parks and Recreation Department
Parks and Natural Resources Commission Memorandum 22 – 12 April 5, 2022
Eagle Valley Golf Course (EVGC) – Dan Moris
If weather cooperates we look forward to the practice area and golf course officially opening on April
2nd or 3rd for the season. Staff is excited to welcome back our loyal customers for another fun and
enjoyable year. Stop by the clubhouse to renew your Eagle Club membership and check out the new
merchandise.
New in 2022, Eagle Valley will be implementing AccuRange, a new technology to enhance your
practice experience. Download the free app and use your smartphone to receive accurate yardage to
any of our nine target flags. More information is available on our website or posted on the range
dispensers.
The golf course came through the winter months in great shape with little or no turf damage. Our
maintenance crew has mowed the greens, allowing for a smooth roll as you play that first round. In
order to protect the golf course until the conditions firm up, all play will be walking only. Staff will
continue to monitor the turf and customers will be notified when golf carts are available.
HealthEast Sports Center (MHFV-SC) – Katie Ryden
The annual ice skating show will be held on April 1 and 2. The theme for this year is “A Night at the
Museum.” Skaters from the learn-to-skate program and Woodbury Figure Skating Club all perform at
this end of season show.
Beginning April 4, the west rink will undergo a major project as the sand floor and old refrigeration
piping will be removed and replaced by a concrete floor and new refrigeration piping. Also included in
the project is upgraded LED lighting and refurbishing the existing dehumidification unit.
The majority of the summer ice and field schedules have been set. Staff is already working with user
groups on forecasting and preparing to schedule for the upcoming 2022-2023 fall and winter seasons.
Recreation Division – Reed Smidt
The Community Garden Pilot Program has sold all 16 garden plots that were available in 2022. City
staff will continue to work with Woodbury Thrives and the community garden committee to make sure
the program is set up for success during the 2022 pilot year.
An esports ice cream social event was held on Saturday, March 19, at the Ojibway Park building to
promote Woodbury’s new esports program. The Recreation Division is partnering up with Minnesota
Esports Club to offer esports to residents. There were just over 30 participants in attendance playing
video games and enjoying a root beer float.
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Memorandum 22 – 12
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The Central Bark Pet Expo was held on Saturday, Feb. 26. We hosted 11 vendors and had over 350
people in attendance.
Summer registration for all recreation programs opened on Wednesday, March 16. We had a very
good registration turnout through the first week, and hope to continue capturing more participation as
the summer program season approaches.
The Recreation Division is in need of seasonal staff for this coming summer. Please help recruit
anyone that you believe would be a great fit to help lead a summer recreation program. Positions
include youth tennis instructors, Pee Wee sports staff, puppet wagon puppeteers and more. We offer
competitive wages and provide staff with an excellent foundation for future career aspirations. Job
postings can be found here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/woodburymn
Facility and Project Updates - Josh Kinney
• Highcroft Park and the park in the Briarcroft Development – Project bidding is complete and
within budget. Construction is anticipated to start in late spring/early summer. Project
completion is expected in September of 2022.
• Valley Creek Park Phase II Trail – Project bidding is complete and under budget. Pre-construction
activities will commence in late February, with completion before March 31, to avoid Oak Wilt and
Long-Eared Bat restrictions. Trail completion is anticipated in July 2022.
• Shawnee Park Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Project – Project bidding is
complete and within budget. Construction is anticipated to start in late spring/early summer.
Project completion is expected in October of 2022.
• Bridlewood Farms Park and the park in the Arbor Ridge Development – Project bidding is
complete. Construction is anticipated to start in late spring/early summer. Project completion is
expected in August of 2022.
• Park Monument and Wayfinding – Planning for additional replacement of old park signs, new
wayfinding signage, and installation in 2022.
Respectfully submitted,
/s/
Michelle Okada
Parks and Recreation Director
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