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01-27-2026 PRC Agenda Packet A.6:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER B.ROLL CALL C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA Commissioners may postpone or remove items at this time. Commissioners may discuss adding items to a future agenda during Commissioner Member Presentations. D.PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS E.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS Commission Procedures allow for presentations from the audience at this time. If a motion is required, the item will be forwarded to the next available agenda to allow for publication and review prior to consideration. F.APPROVAL OF MINUTES F.1 Meeting Minutes: December 9, 2025 G.GENERAL BUSINESS G.1 Sports Facilities Companies: Review Management Options for Chanhassen Bluffs Community Center G.2 Park and Recreation Commission Strategic Planning H.REPORTS H.1 2026 February Festival Preview I.COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS AGENDA CHANHASSEN PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION TUESDAY, JANUARY 27, 2026 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD 1 J.COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS K.ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET L.ADJOURNMENT 2 Park & Recreation Commission Item January 27, 2026 Item Meeting Minutes: December 9, 2025 Item No:F.1 Agenda Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Prepared By Kate Vogt, Admin Support Specialist SUGGESTED ACTION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated December 9, 2025. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated November 25, 2025. ATTACHMENTS December 9, 2025 Park & Recreation Commission Minutes 3 CHANHASSEN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 13, 2025 Chair Leisen called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Mike Leisen; Emily Nagel; Kurt Scheppmann; Nora Nashawaty; and Clara Christenson, youth. MEMBERS ABSENT: Rob Swanson; Kristin Fulkerson; and Sean Morgan. STAFF PRESENT: Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director; Adam Beers, Park Superintendent; Priya Wall, Recreation Manager; Jodi Sarles, Rec Center Manager; Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator; and Jenny Potter, City Clerk. PUBLIC PRESENT: None. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Scheppmann moved, Commissioner Nagel seconded to approve the agenda as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. Approve Park & Recreation Minutes dated November 25, 2025 Commissioner Nagel moved, Commissioner Nashawaty seconded to approve the minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated November 25, 2025 as presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. Park Maintenance Quarterly Update Adam Beers, Park Superintendent, reviewed the park maintenance, including the facility shutdown, trail maintenance, and skating rinks. He stated that they had an open position and received 41 applicants. They will start the first round of interviews soon. 4 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – December 9, 2025 2 Commissioner Nashawaty thanked the Park Maintenance team for thoroughly clearing snow. 2. 2025 Year in Review Presentation Priya Wall, Recreation Manager, presented a 2025 Parks and Recreation Year in Review video. Youth Commissioner Christenson thanked the Parks and Recreation Department for their work. Commissioner Nashawaty suggested showing the video to the public. Chair Leisen thanked everyone for their hard work. REPORTS: 1. Senior Center Quarterly Report Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator, stated that the Senior Center opened the door on November 1st. The Center also recognized an Active Aging Week, where they offered different programs. They hosted a Veterans’ and Friends Pancake Breakfast on November 6th. They also hosted an annual Oktoberfest Luncheon, a Be Safe from Frauds and Scams presentation, and an Annual Holiday Celebration Luncheon. There were a total of 31,931 patrons who participated in programming. Commissioner Scheppmann asked if they had already outgrown the new space. Ms. Blazanin answered that Wednesdays were very busy days. Chair Leisen asked if they could still partner with the Recreation Center. Ms. Blazanin responded that they would still consider how to collaborate. 2. Recreation Center Quarterly Report Jodi Sarles, Recreation Center Manager, stated that the city had used the Recreation Center for 6,872 hours, and the community rented the space for 2,141 hours. She noted that they had some behavioral issues in the open gym sessions that required intervention from the Carver County Sheriff’s Department. They suspended the open gym for two weeks and have now implemented capacity procedures. She reviewed the Recreation Center events, including the Artisan Fair, Puzzlepalooza, and Holiday Market. She summarized program information for Dance for Fun, Adult Fitness, Personal Training, and Recreation Center Sports. She provided an overview of the upcoming events, including the Royal Ball, Fit for Life Free Trial Class, and the Superhero Party. 5 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – December 9, 2025 3 Commissioner Nashawaty asked how they pick the vendors for the Artisan Fair. Ms. Sarles answered that 30 to 40 percent of the vendors are Chanhassen residents. The word spread about the Artisan Fair, so it continues to grow. Chair Leisen asked if she received questions about the new recreation center. Ms. Sarles answered that they have information at a table in the lobby. She thought they would have more information for the public after this week. 3. Tree Lighting Ceremony Review Ms. Wall stated that the Tree Lighting Ceremony was hosted on December 6th. She thanked the different volunteers who participated in the event and the other businesses in Chanhassen for providing refreshments, s’mores, Santa Claus, and carolers. They collected donations for the Bountiful Basket Food Shelf Donation Trolley. Youth Commissioner Christenson asked if they would continue the lights at the recreation center. Ms. Wall answered that she did not think there would be lights there next year. Chair Leisen said that they would form subcommittees in the new year to help. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS: Chair Leisen stated that Mr. Ruegemer sent out information about the Recreation Center. Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, stated that the amenities were still at the Recreation Center at different scales to get the project close to the $80 million budget. He said that the City Council was happy with the schematic designs but encouraged them to find additional ways to reduce the budget. They were moving forward with bid documents. Chair Leisen noted that the City Council emphasized staying in the budget. There were still many decisions about the designs. He offered his help however possible. COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS: None. ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET: None. ADJOURNMENT: Commissioner Scheppmann moved, Youth Commissioner Christenson seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 5 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting was adjourned at 6:47 p.m. Submitted by Jerry Ruegemer Park and Recreation Director 6 Park & Recreation Commission Item January 27, 2026 Item Sports Facilities Companies: Review Management Options for Chanhassen Bluffs Community Center Item No:G.1 Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS Prepared By Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director SUGGESTED ACTION SUMMARY Jim Arnold, National Director of Business Development, will present to the Park and Recreation Commission regarding the management options relating to the new community center. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS Chanhassen Bluffs Presentation SFC 7 MANAGEMENT | ADVISORY | DEVELOPMENT Chanhassen BluffsPartnership Presentation January 9, 2026 8 AGENDA 1. SFC MISSION & EXPERIENCE 2. WHY COMMUNITIES OUTSOURCE 2. SFC MANAGEMENT MODEL 3. PRE-OPENING & MANAGEMENT PROCESS 4. PEOPLE 5. TOOLS & TECHNOLOGY 9 ourmission to improve the health and economic vitality of the communities we serve 10 sfc by the numbers 4,000+ TEAM MEMBERS 150+ SUPPORT CENTER TEAM MEMBERS 3,000+ COMMUNITIES SERVED $15B PLANNED PROJECTS 95+ VENUES UNDER MANAGEMENT 26+ VENUES IN DEVELOPMENT 35M+ VISITS PER YEAR THROUGH THE SFNETWORK 11 96+VENUES 31CommunityRec. 23IceFacilities 12 96 31CommunityRec. 96VENUES 23IceFacilities 13 96 23IceFacilities 96VENUES 31CommunityRec. 14 SFC’s Concept to Concrete PROCESS 15 WHY DO COMMUNITIES OUTSOURCE? • Leverage operations, expertise & scale • Reduce financial risk • Improve efficiencies and performance • Financial Stewardship & Accountability • Risk Reduction • Recruitment & retention of best staff • Increase revenue, reduced expenses (%) • Access to broader networks and relationships • Focus city resources on core services • Access to data, resources, innovation • Workforce Development • Stimulate economic growth • Long-Term Sustainability 16 Create the Vision, Goals and Objectives CHANHASSEN SFC SFC’s TAILORED PUBLIC MODEL EconomicImpact Create thePlan Deliver the Plan Report &Optimize LocalUse Financial Performance 17 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Year 1 with SFC Year 2 with SFC Year 3 with SFC Sports Programming & Rentals $605,800 $704,002 $908,431 $943,842 $1,013,997 Meetings & Non-Sport Events $348,600 $359,058 $406,813 $419,017 $453,167 Aquatics $431,593 $533,192 $632,997 $654,087 $710,043 Facility Fees, Ticketing, Gate $234,560 $283,040 $366,080 $366,080 $366,080 Food & Beverage $845,585 $964,722 $1,152,879 $1,163,750 $1,174,681 Hotel Rebates $56,897 $68,947 $91,245 $91,328 $91,413 Retail $29,088 $33,495 $40,656 $41,048 $41,364 Tenant Revenue $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 $150,000 Sponsorship & Advertising $180,000 $180,000 $200,000 $250,000 $250,000 Naming Rights $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 $100,000 Total Revenue $2,982,123 $3,376,456 $4,049,102 $4,179,152 $4,350,744 Costs of Goods Sold Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Sports Programming & Rentals $127,169 $149,170 $184,811 $197,071 $212,126 Meetings & Non-Sport Events $139,440 $143,623 $162,725 $167,607 $181,267 Aquatics $511,379 $530,797 $559,790 $572,958 $595,230 Facility Fees, Ticketing, Gate $3,000 $3,700 $4,400 $4,400 $4,400 Food & Beverage $465,072 $530,597 $634,083 $640,062 $646,074 Hotel Rebates $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Retail $20,362 $23,446 $28,459 $28,734 $28,955 Tenant Expense $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Sponsorship & Advertising $45,000 $45,000 $45,000 $45,000 $45,000 Naming Rights $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 Total Expense $1,326,421 $1,441,333 $1,634,270 $1,670,833 $1,728,051 Gross Margin $1,655,702 $1,935,123 $2,414,832 $2,508,319 $2,622,693 Operating Expenses Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Year 5 Facility Expenses 640,937$ 648,926$ 662,913$ 672,481$ 682,193$ Operating Expense 664,573$ 657,959$ 697,123$ 713,361$ 733,835$ Management Payroll 610,625$ 671,500$ 744,935$ 774,732$ 805,722$ Payroll Taxes/Benefits/Bonus 345,271$ 374,846$ 420,589$ 432,764$ 449,925$ Total Operating Expense 2,261,406$ 2,353,231$ 2,525,560$ 2,593,338$ 2,671,675$ EBITDA ($605,704.62)($418,108.67)($110,728.22)($85,019.17)($48,981.99) Total Revenue & Expenses - 5-Year Detail Revenue Year 1 Year 2 INDOOR SPORT TOURISM REVENUE Low Perf.Mid Perf.High Perf. Court Revenue (Inc. Gate)Rev. Per SF - Court Area $4.00 $8.00 $11.00 Family Entertainment Center Rev./SF - FEC Area $25.00 $40.00 $70.00 Leased Space Rev. Per SF - Leased Area $15.00 $25.00 $35.00 Food & Beverage Rev. Per SF - Total Facility $0.60 $1.25 $2.50 Sponsorship & Advertising Rev. Per SF - Total Facility $0.60 $1.00 $2.00 Misc./Other Rev. Per SF - Total Facility $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $6.00 $11.00 $18.00 TOTAL REVENUE PER SQUARE FOOT Revenue Benchmark Metric Benchmark Thresholds Financial Reporting KPI RANGE CREATION PRO-FORMA DEVELOPMENT Year 1 OPERATING Budget Monthly Variance Reporting Quarterly impact & Usage reporting Annual Report Quarterly impact & Usage reporting Annual Business Plan ANNUAL Operating BudgetTRANSITIONANNUAL FINANCIAL CADENCE1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 18 • Facility Rentals • Event Registration • Ticketing • Retail • Food & Beverage • Merchandise • Sponsorship • Naming Rights • Lodging / Hotels • Parking INCOME FROM OPERATIONS Chanhassen OPERATING ACCOUNT COSTS OF GOODS SOLD FACILITY EXPENSES OPERATING EXPENSES MANAGEMENT FEE EXPENSES SFC PAYROLL ACCOUNT FACILITY STAFF PASS THROUGH (no mark up) FLOW OF FUNDS 19 SOP’s , software imp., entity setup, ETc. Branding, Marketing, Sales, Promotion Programming Development PRE-OPENINGOPERATIONS Recruit / Hire / Train 20 SFC & THE SFC NETWORK TALENT TOOLS TECHNOLOGY FACILITY GENERAL MANAGER SFC ACCOUNT VICE PRES. ON-SITE STAFF ACCOUNTING & FINANCE Brad DaughteryCFO BRAND & MARKETING Ashley WhittakerPartner - VP of Marketing EVENT SALES & BOOKING Justin TroutNational Director, Events RECRUITING & HR Tami SwansonVice President, HR SPONSORSHIP SALESToby WymanVice President PROGRAMMING Donald EngstromProgramming LEGAL & RISKBruce RectorLegal Counsel TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION Mike LodesVP - Technology & Innovation AWAY TEAM LODGING Whitney Holland Director DEVELOPMENT Jake Whittaker Vice PresidentSFC SUPPORT CENTERPARTNERSHIPS 21 SFC & THE SFC NETWORK TALENT TOOLS TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIPS 22 • All critical information at the ready • KPI Performance tracking • Continuous and Immediate Access to all facility information • Facility agreements, vendor contracts, ets. accessibility and tracking • Real-time performance tracking • Goal alignment, tracking, etc. • Access to instant network information, database sharing SFC HUB INTEGRATION 23 • All critical information at the ready • KPI Performance tracking • Continuous and Immediate Access to all facility information • Facility agreements, vendor contracts, ets. accessibility and tracking • Real-time performance tracking • Goal alignment, tracking, etc. • Access to instant network information, database sharing SFC HUB INTEGRATION 24 • All critical information at the ready • KPI Performance tracking • Continuous and Immediate Access to all facility information • Facility agreements, vendor contracts, ets. accessibility and tracking • Real-time performance tracking • Goal alignment, tracking, etc. • Access to instant network information, database sharing SFC HUB INTEGRATION 25 MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS OPTIMIZATION MAINTENANCE CARE SYSTEM • System and Infrastructure Inventory • Asset Tracking • Preventative Maintenance • Work Order Management • System Maintenance Documentation • Document Storage • Maintenance Reporting • Asset Lifespan and Reliability • Maintenance Cost Reduction Facility MAINTENANCE 26 SFC & THE SFC NETWORK TALENT TOOLS TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIPS 27 AWAY TEAM LODGING & IMPACT TRACKING 28 STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS 29 ENGAGE Sports & Events 30 ENGAGE Sports & Events 31 ENGAGE “PUT IT ONTHE LIST” 32 1. We win with people 2. Immediate & clear communication 3. No employee goes backwards guarantee 4. Inquiry over advocacy 5. Gap analysis 6. National search and talent draw capabilities 7. Prioritized local staffing STAFFING & CULTURE 33 SPONSORSHIPS • Ratecard Development • Inventory ANALYSIS & Price Assessment WITH BENCHMARKING • Evaluate Category Focus and Identify Strategy & Potential targets • Group and Individual Sales Training • Additional Training Resources and Informational Materials 34 Park & Recreation Commission Item January 27, 2026 Item Park and Recreation Commission Strategic Planning Item No:G.2 Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS Prepared By Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director SUGGESTED ACTION Park and Recreation Commission reviews staffs strategic ideas and creates sub committees to formulate future work plans SUMMARY At the May 27, 2025, Park and Recreation Commission meeting, the commissioners conducted a brainstorming session to discuss park improvements, community events, recreation programming, senior and recreation center operations, policy, etc. The commission briefly discuss the strategic initiatives over the last couple months of 2025. The overall goals are to still assist staff with a proactive approach that will provide clear direction and value to our department and the community as a whole. Thank you to Commissioners Morgan and Leisen for drafted this document that addresses Strategic Planning and focus areas for the commission to consider moving forward. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS Chanhassen Parks Recreation Commission Strategic Planning Framework 2025-2026 Sub-committee brainstorming 35 DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL/NOT OFFICIAL CITY POLICY Guidance and Next Steps for Commissioners This strategic planning framework is intended to be a living, working document—a tool to help the Parks & Recreation Commission think strategically, operate collaboratively, and provide greater value in our advisory role to the department and City of Chanhassen. This framework will evolve. It’s meant to guide—not rigidly define—how we operate. This is not a call to generate a flood of ideas for the city to implement. Rather, it’s a way to harness the collective insight, experience, and creativity of this commission to help the Parks & Recreation Department think through opportunities they may not currently have the time or capacity to fully explore. The Commission’s role is not primarily one of execution, but focused support—helping identify where our collective brainpower can meaningfully inform or shape upcoming projects, policies, or programs consistent with the City Council’s existing strategic direction. When necessary or appropriate, the Commission may also contribute to the proactive development execution of identified initiatives through volunteerism. Next steps/considerations: ● Provide feedback on the substance and utility of this framework: Do you agree with framing of the Commission's role and opportunities in the Executive Summary? Do you agree with the scope of the Strategic Objectives, or would you recommend refining or adding to them? ● Personally review and reflect on this framework: Where do you feel your voice, your interests, or your observations from the community could add value? ● Add brainstorm ideas and help prioritize: We’re not trying to do everything—just to do a few things well. The goal is to focus on 1–2 tactical initiatives per strategic objective this year that feel both achievable and impactful. ● Consider subcommittee value: If deemed appropriate, we may propose small working groups for further ideation on high impact areas (e.g. Civic Campus activation, underserved demographic engagement, recreation center planning input, etc). ● Ensure groundedness in city policy and statutory responsibility: When proposing new ideas, keep in mind the City of Chanhassen 2021–2024 Strategic Plan, Chapter 14: Parks and Recreation Ordinances and the scope of the Commission’s statutory responsibilities. As defined by City Code § 2-46.05: the Commission is authorized to: ● Advise the City Council on matters related to parks and recreation. ● Maintain and recommend updates to the Park & Recreation System Plan. ● Produce an annual written report, not later than March 31 of each calendar year, containing the commission's recommendations for the ensuing year. 36 DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL/NOT OFFICIAL CITY POLICY Parks & Recreation Commission: Strategic Planning Framework 2025-2026 Executive Summary The Parks and Recreation Commission plays a vital advisory role in shaping Chanhassen’s parks, trails, community events, and recreation programming. This strategic planning framework is intended to help define the Commission’s priorities and key activities for 2025-2026 in supporting the city. This framework is grounded in the City of Chanhassen 2021–2024 Strategic Plan, the Commission's statutory responsibilities as defined in the PRC Handbook and City Code § 2-46.05, and the Parks & Recreation Department mission: Parks & Recreation Mission: “The City of Chanhassen emphasizes parks, open space, trails, and recreation. The Parks & Recreation department strives to maintain and enhance the quality of life for Chanhassen residents through quality recreation programs, community events, trails, and facilities in the community. Chanhassen is a community for life, providing for today and planning for tomorrow.” This strategic planning framework also recognizes the transformative moment Chanhassen is in with respect to recreational development, including several large infrastructure projects: ● Phase 1 of the Civic Campus (Senior Center and City Council Chambers) nearing completion in late summer 2025; ● Phase 2 of the Civic Campus (amphitheater and numerous recreational amenities) opening in summer 2026; ● Chanhassen Bluffs Recreation Center undergoing design and development with a plan for completion in 2027/2028. Given these developments, the Commission has an opportunity—and responsibility—to help shape how these spaces are used, embraced, and sustained. Towards that end, this strategic planning framework helps structure and refine ongoing Commission brainstorming efforts into a multi-tier framework, including: ● Commission Strategic Objectives (Downtown Community Building, Foster Belonging, Steward and Enhance Community Assets) ● Commission Focus Areas (Infrastructure, Policy, Programming) ● Tactical Initiatives (Brainstormed ideas to explore or execute on in 2025-2026) Commission Strategic Objectives Through the course of Commission discussions, a number of shared aspirations emerged that can serve as overarching strategic objectives to focus the Commission’s direction and activities. 37 DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL/NOT OFFICIAL CITY POLICY 1. Make Downtown a Magnet for Community Building: Support efforts to create energy, draw people in, and make downtown Chanhassen and the Civic Campus, a central gathering space through activation, placemaking, and events. 2. Foster Belonging and Inclusive Recreation: Champion programs, policies, and development of spaces, including the Chanhassen Bluffs Recreation Center, that are accessible and beneficial to all of Chanhassen’s population. 3. Steward and Enhance Community Assets: Support the development of city parks, facilities, and trails that are well-maintained, thoughtfully expanded, and future-ready. Commission Focus Areas For each strategic objective, the Commission can generate ideas across Infrastructure Development, Policy Matters, and Programming. 1. Make Downtown a Magnet for Community Building ● Infrastructure Development: Design downtown public spaces to foster gathering, vibrancy, and community engagement ● Policy Matters: Enable downtown events and engagement through flexible, supportive policy and ordinances ● Programming: Build recurring and signature programming to bring residents downtown Tactical Initiatives/ Brainstorm ● Introduce community art like murals, painted benches, story walks (Infrastructure) ● Prioritize shaded seating, flexible furniture, or temporary play installations (Infrastructure) ● Evaluate food truck policy for more flexibility outside of major events (Policy) ● Consider new seasonal programming for downtown space (e.g., fall fest revival) (Programming) ● More pop-up events like music, chalk walks, art night for families (Programming) ● Promote parks via Instagram: weekly spotlights, stories, reels ● Insert Additional Brainstorm ideas here 38 DRAFT/PRE-DECISIONAL/NOT OFFICIAL CITY POLICY 2. Foster Belonging and Inclusive Recreation ● Infrastructure Development: Ensure parks and amenities are inclusive, accessible, and welcoming to all ● Policy Matters: Strengthen representation across city recreation policies and community input mechanisms ● Programming: Offer programming that reflects the diversity and needs of the full community Tactical Initiatives/ Brainstorm ● Community idea challenge to grow community buy-in for new Chanhassen Bluffs Recreation Center (Infrastructure and Policy) ● Install elements that reflect diverse community values (e.g., little free libraries, murals) (Infrastructure) ● Partner with Communities of Belonging for meditation hikes (Programming) ● Launch intergenerational programs: walking clubs, adaptive recreation, teen volunteerism (Programming) ● Insert Additional Brainstorm ideas here 3. Steward and Enhance Community Assets ● Infrastructure Development: Sustain and enhance the long-term health and utility of the park and recreation system ● Policy Matters: Use policy to manage resources, partnerships, and operational sustainability ● Programming: Make effective, creative use of city facilities and calendar year-round Tactical Initiatives/ Brainstorm ● Support design and rollout of Chanhassen Bluffs Recreation Center (Infrastructure and Programming) ● Evaluate Parks and Recreations ordinances (Chapter 14 of the City Code) to evaluate the need for any changes (Policy) ● Thoughtful expansion of Movies in the Park, rotating to showcase range of Park spaces (Programming) ● Insert Additional Brainstorm ideas here 39 #1: Make Downtown a Magnet for Community Building 1 Civic Campus Activation: Grand Opening x 2 Civic Campus Activation: Year-Round Programming x 3 Chanhassen Bluffs Community Center 4 Strategic Planning: Park Amenities, Park Renovation 5 Policy & Ordinance Review 6 Policy & Ordinance Review: Pet Policies 7 Programming Innovation & Trends 8 9 10 Commission Strategic Objective Sub-Committee 40 #2: Foster Belonging and Inclusive Recreation #3: Steward and Enhance Community Assets x x x x x x x x Commission Strategic Objective 41 Advise on community engagement ideas, themes, and experience goals for Civic Campus grand opening programming (ex. target audiences, types of activities, partnerships, etc.) Explore seasonal programming concepts, placemaking ideas, etc. Advise or lead full-Commission discussions on topics related to CBCC, guided by staff and Council desire (ex. naming, programming, task force when the time comes, etc.) Recommend priorites for amenity replacement such as playgrounds, basketball courts, etc. Review Parks & Recreation-related policies and ordinances (Chapter 14 of City Code), identify areas for further discussion by full Commission. Review off leash pet challenges in the park & trail system. Advise on educational programs informing residents of existing ordinances and responsible pet ownership Research emerging recreation and programming trends, peer city examples, and evolving community interests. Notes/ideas 42 Park & Recreation Commission Item January 27, 2026 Item 2026 February Festival Preview Item No:H.1 Agenda Section REPORTS Prepared By Priya Wall, Recreation Manager SUGGESTED ACTION SUMMARY The 33rd annual February Festival is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, from 12-3 p.m. on Lake Ann. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION The City of Chanhassen's 33rd annual February Festival will be held on Saturday, February 7th on Lake Ann from 12-3 p.m. Admission to the event is free, and attendees can enjoy free activities such as snowshoeing, kicksledding, bonfires, ice skating, snow yoga, horse-drawn wagon rides, children's activities, and more. Free door prize tickets will also be available at the event (one per person), with prizes exceeding $3,000 in total value. Food and drink concessions will be available for purchase. The popular ice fishing contest runs from 1-3 p.m., and over $6,500 in prizes will be awarded to the 50 largest fish by weight. Tickets are being sold for the contest at $10 each (limit 2) and are available online, at City Hall, and at the event beginning at 10:30 am. The February Festival Medallion Hunt, sponsored by Nicolet National Bank, will precede the event and begin Monday, February 2nd at 9 am. Clues will be posted on the city website as well as the front door of Nicolet Bank in Chanhassen. February Festival would not be possible without the support of local businesses and service organizations. The Chanhassen Rotary is coordinating hot concessions from Grill Star Catering and will be selling hot beverages, beer, and snacks. They will also drill over 1,000 holes for the ice fishing 43 contest. The Chanhassen Lions Club will return as event marshals this year to enforce fishing contest rules and DNR regulations. The Boys and Girls of Scout Troop #330 will be selling bait and s'mores kits again this year. The Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District will be providing free snowshoeing to event participants. Local nonprofit One Love Yoga will host a free 45-minute snow- yoga session. Various other local businesses and organizations are providing merchandise donations for the fishing contest and door prize drawing and the Carver County Sheriff's Department and Chanhassen Fire Department will be present at the event to ensure safety. A special thank you goes out to T-Fiber for being this year's February Festival Title Sponsor. Thank you, T-Fiber! A PowerPoint presentation will preview the February Festival 2026 in further detail. RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS 2026 FebFest Flyer 2026 Ice Fishing Contest Rules 44 1. ONLINE at chanhassenMN.gov/febfest2. AT THE EVENT starting at 10:30 a.m. THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN’S 33RD ANNUAL February Festival would not be a success without the help and support from our community sponsors. A special thank you to the Rotary Club of Chanhassen for drilling the holes and providing concessions for our FebFest Fishing Contest. LAKE ANN Top 50 Prizes BY WEIGHT FebFest Saturday, Feb. 712-3 PM Lake Ann Park Ice Fishing Contest1-3 PM Lake Ann $6,500 + IN TOTAL FISH PRIZES One ticket per fishing hole with a limit of two tickets for each person fishing. Prizes awarded to the 50 largest fish by weight of any legal species. Pursuant to DNR regulations, largemouth bass of any length and northern pike between 24”-36” in length are NOT eligible for the contest. If caught, these fish must be released immediately. No fish house sheds or enclosures are allowed within the contest or event area. For a complete list of FebFest Rules & Regulations, visit chanhassenMN.gov/febfest Tickets MUST be affixed to y o u r fi s hi n g pole or tip- u p d u ri n g fishing con t e s t! FISHING CONTESTTICKETS 33rd Annual FebFest - Feb. 7 1. Vexilar FLX-18 Pro Pack II Fishing System/ Automotive Unlimited 2. Strikemaster Lithium 24V Ice Auger (used to drill contest holes) 3. Kenai XT Thermal Fish House 4. $250 Gift Certificate/The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center 5. Dinner & Show for 2/Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 6. Car Care Club Pack/Automotive Unlimited 7. Trophy Angler 8-Rod Ice Bag 8. $50 Gift Certificate/Houlihan’s Restaurant & Bar 9. Clam Voltage 28” Combo 10. $100 Gift Certificate/Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen 11. JawJacker 12. Dinner for 8/Chick-fil-A Chanhassen 13. $50 Gift Certificate/Pizzaioli 14. Beaver Dam Tip-Up 15. 10 Hours Lake Ann Watercraft Rental 16. VIP Oil Change/Automotive Unlimited 17. $50 Gift Certificate/The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center 18. Wells Lamont Cold Weather Gloves/Merlins Ace Hardware 19. $50 Gift Certificate/Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen 20. Vexilar FLX-18 Pro Pack II Fishing System/Vexilar 21. Marlin Cook’s Knife Set/Merlins Ace Hardware 22. Fish-Well Floating Livewell 23. Clam Purple Gold Hat 24. Pelican 60” Utility Sled/Merlins Ace Hardware 25. Weber Outdoor Griddle/Merlins Ace Hardware 26. Clam Portable Propane Heater 27. VIP Oil Change/Automotive Unlimited 28. $50 Gift Certificate/The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center 29. 5 Hours Lake Ann Watercraft Rental 30. $50 Gift Certificate/The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center 31. Stanley Tool Box 32. $50 Gift Certificate/Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen 33. Clam Lithium Aerator 34. Dinner for 8/Chick-fil-A Chanhassen 35. Vexilar Glo-Ring 36. Craftsman 105-Piece Mechanic’s Tool Set/ Merlins Ace Hardware 37. Clam Blue Ice Tip-Up 38. $50 Gift Certificate/Pizzaioli 39. Car Care Club Pack/Automotive Unlimited 40. Mr. Heater Tank Top Heater 41. Clam Bait Keeper 42. $100 Gift Certificate/Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen 43. Frabill Panfish Combo 30” Deadstick 44. Clam Shovel 45. Energizer LED Lantern/Merlins Ace Hardware 46. Clam Blue Ice Tip-Up 47. Clam Super Slim Jig Box 48. Dinner & Show for 2/Chanhassen Dinner Theatres 49. $250 Gift Certificate/The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center 50. Strikemaster Lithium 24V Ice Auger (used to drill contest holes) chanhassenMN.gov/febfestFISHING C O N T E S T TICKETS SPONSORED BY: $10 PERTICKET for Ice Fishing Contest 45 FebFest SNOW YOGA - ON E L O V E . Y O G A THE BOYS AND G I R L S OF SCOUT TROOP # 3 3 0 WAGON RIDES Medallion Hunt Sponsored by $500 Prize Package Begins Monday, February 2 Find clues and contest rules online atChanhassenMN.gov/Febfest 10:30 AM -1 PM Door Prize Tickets FREE! Over $3,000 in prizes! One ticket per person. Drawings begin at 1:00 p.m. MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN. 12-3 PM Snowshoeing FREE! Provided by Riley Purgatory Bluff Creek Watershed District Horse-drawn Wagon Rides FREE! Kicksled Demos FREE! Provided by Carver County Parks Open Ice Skating FREE! Bring your own skates and skate the loop at Lake Ann S’mores Cookout S’mores kits for sale. Sponsored by the boys and girls of Scout Troop #330 Concession/Beer Sales Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Chanhassen Live Bait for Sale Sponsored by the boys and girls of Scout Troop #330 12:30-1:15 PM Snow-ga (Snow Yoga) Bring your own yoga mat and enjoy cold-weather “Snow yoga” provided by Onelove.yoga 1-3 PM Ice Fishing Contest $10 per ticket, two tickets per person, maximum one ticket to a hole. Prizes awarded to the top 50 fish by weight. Over $6,500 in prizes! BONFIRES SNOWSHOEING RILEY PURGATOR Y B L U F F C R E E K WATERSHED DIST R I C T SNOW-GA S’MORES KITS & LIVE BAIT SALE CONCESSION & BEER SALES chanhassenMN.gov/febfest ROTARY CLUB OF C H A N H A S S E N BRING YOUR OW N S K A T E S CARVER COUNTY P A R K S ICE SKATING KICKSLED DEMOS Saturday, Feb. 7 12 -3 PM | LAKE ANN PARK Ice Fishing Contest 1 -3 PM SPONSORED BY: 46 2026 FEBRUARY FESTIVAL ICE FISHING CONTEST RULES 1. The contest is scheduled for Saturday, February 7, 2026 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. on Lake Ann in Chanhassen. 2. Contestants may purchase one or two tickets, giving each contestant the opportunity to fish with one or two lines. One ticket per line, and one line per hole. Tickets must be attached to fishing poles or tip-ups by rubber bands, which will be provided on the ice. 3. No fish houses, fish house sleds, enclosures, wind breaks, coolers, large containers, glass bottles, ice augers, or ice chisels are allowed in designated fishing area. Chairs, heaters, five-gallon buckets with gear, bait pails, depth finders, thermos containers, fishing poles/sticks, and other miscellaneous small gear is allowed. 4. No motorized vehicles/ATV’s allowed in the designated fishing areas other than those being used by emergency personnel. 5. Contestants are allowed to set up in the fishing area prior to contest, but no pre-fishing is allowed. In order to claim a fishing hole, a fishing pole or tip-up with an attached fishing ticket must be present. Weighted lines without hooks or bait can be used to check depth prior to 12:45 pm. No lines are allowed in the water from 12:45 pm to the start of the contest. No underwater cameras are allowed in the water after 12:45 pm. Contest marshals will strictly enforce compliance. All fishing must take place within the contest area. 6. To enter a fish, bring it to the judge’s stand immediately upon catching it. Fish must be alive in order to be eligible. All eligible fish will be returned to the water after weigh in. 7. Pursuant to DNR regulations, all largemouth bass and northern pike from 24”-36” must be immediately returned to the water. These fish are ineligible for the contest and DNR regulations will be strictly enforced. 8. All “largest fish” prizes are determined by weight and will be awarded following the contest. You may enter all the fish you catch, but only one “largest fish” prize will be awarded per person. In the event of a tie in weight, the contestant with the first entry wins the higher prize, the second fish places next. a. Please note: In the event that a portion of the “largest fish” prizes are not awarded using this method, a drawing from all fishing ticket stubs will be held to determine winners. Each winner will be asked a trivia question – if they answer the trivia question correctly, they will be awarded the prize. If they answer incorrectly, a new ticket stub will be drawn. 9. Only fish you personally catch are eligible for the contest. Fish that are caught by one individual and given to another person are NOT eligible. No sharing fish. 10. All fish must be registered or on the way to the judge’s station when the siren signifying the end of the contest is sounded at 3:00 p.m. Flip over for more rules  47 11. Fishing licenses are required for all individuals 16 years of age and older. No licenses will be sold on the lake. Must have prior to competition. 12. All contestants must obey State of Minnesota fishing laws and contest rules. 13. Ethical and sporting conduct is mandatory. Failure to comply with any contest rules subjects contestants to disqualification and removal from competition site, as determined by contest officials. Right to refuse to sell and/or revoke competition ticket to anyone is hereby reserved. Please be considerate of your fellow contestants and enjoy the contest. 14. All Feb Fest attendees are eligible to receive one free door prize ticket from 10:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. The drawings will take place from 1:00-2:30 p.m. Winners will be announced by loud speaker. To claim a door prize, bring your ticket to the door prize station. Winners must be present to win. 15. Parking will not be available on the lake. Parking is available throughout the park, within walking distance of the contest. Handicapped parking is available in the boat launch parking lot. 16. In the event of a severe weather cancellation the contest may be held on Sunday, February 8 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. If the weather is in question, call (952) 227-1410 for more information. 17. Each person attends the contest/festival at their own risk. The City of Chanhassen or its agents/independent contractors shall not be liable for any personal injuries sustained including those caused by negligence of the sponsoring agencies. 48