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CZTY OF APPLE VALLEY '
_. . JOINT MEETING OF PARK CONlMITTEES
May 21, 1g87
On M�y 21, 1987, at Trapp Farm Paxk in Eagan, Park Directors and Park CoAUnittee/Commission
Members f�om Apple Valley, Eagan, Rosemount, Farmington, Lakeville, and Burnsville met I
to shaxe/discuss what their communities axe doing and what ventures could be undertaken '
�ointly. Present from Apple Va11ey with Mr. Gurban, Chair Greg Kopischke, and Ms. Tina '
Rankin. �e meeting began at 7:00 p.m. and ended at 9:15 p.m.
Host Park Director Ken Vraa of Eagan welcomed the group of 29 persons. A representative
from each comrnunity shared their paxk activities/plans for the future. A video presentation,
"The Spirit of Life"(highlighting the benefits of recreation} was, en3oyed. Individual
groups discussed the topics of cultural events, administration, senior programming,
athletic endeavors, and equipment sharing. A spokesperson from each group suu�maxized
the ideas presented. Mr. Vraa will be sendin� typed copies of ideas/recommendations to
each of the park directors to be shared with their committee members.
Those present felt this was a worthwhile evening of sharing: The Park Directors from the
various communities meet monthly and as a resu�t, SHARING of ideas, equipment, etc. has been
e occuring for some time to the benefit of all communities. It was felt meeting with the
Directors and Committee Members from the various communities should occur twice a year. This
fa11, a motor tour of the parks is planned.
Mr. Vraa cited the valuable presence of Mr. Gurban to the group and a11 indicated that he
will be sorely missed:
CHAIRMAN APPROVED:
STAFF REVIEWED: ���Z J$�
CC: All Park Committee Members
City Couricil Read File
Park Maintenance Supervisor