04-28-2026 PRC Agenda Packet
A.6:00 P.M. - CALL TO ORDER
B.ROLL CALL
B.1 Oaths of Office
B.2 Nomination and Appointment of 2026-2027 Chair and Vice Chair
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: March 24, 2026
G.GENERAL BUSINESS
G.1 Review Park and Recreation Commission Bylaws
H.REPORTS
H.1 Easter Egg Candy Hunt Evaluation
I.COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS
AGENDA
CHANHASSEN PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION
TUESDAY, APRIL 28, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD
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I.1 Civic Campus Sub-Committee Update
J.COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS
K.ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET
L.ADJOURNMENT
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
April 28, 2026
Item Oaths of Office
Item No:B.1
Agenda Section ROLL CALL
Prepared By Amy Weidman, Senior Admin Support Specialist
SUGGESTED ACTION
Jenny Potter, City Clerk, will administer the oaths of office to Erick Hanson and Zach Wittl.
SUMMARY
The City Council appointed Erick Hanson and Zach Wittl to the Park & Recreation Commission for
three-year terms ending March 31, 2029.
BACKGROUND
Per State Statute 358.05, the oath of office to be taken by members and officers of either branch of the
legislature shall be that prescribed by the Constitution of the State of Minnesota, Article IV, Section 8.
Every person elected or appointed to any other public office, including every official commissioner, or
member of any public board or body, before transacting any of the business or exercising any privilege
of such office, shall take and subscribe the oath defined in the Constitution of the state of Minnesota,
Article V, Section 6.
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENTS
Zach Wittl Oath
Erick Hanson Oath
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PH 952.227.1100 • www.chanhassenmn.gov • FX 952.227.1110
7700 MARKET BOULEVARD • PO BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN • MINNESOTA • 55317
OATH OF OFFICE
I, Zach Wittl, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States, the
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, and to discharge faithfully the duties of the office of Park
and Recreation Commissioner of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota to the best of my judgment
and ability, so help me, God.
Zach Wittl
Date: April 28, 2026
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss
COUNTY OF CARVER )
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April 2026.
Notary Public
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PH 952.227.1100 • www.chanhassenmn.gov • FX 952.227.1110
7700 MARKET BOULEVARD • PO BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN • MINNESOTA • 55317
OATH OF OFFICE
I, Erick Hanson, do solemnly swear to support the Constitution of the United States, the
Constitution of the State of Minnesota, and to discharge faithfully the duties of the office of Park
and Recreation Commissioner of the City of Chanhassen, Minnesota to the best of my judgment
and ability, so help me, God.
Erick Hanson
Date: April 28, 2026
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
( ss
COUNTY OF CARVER )
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 28 day of April 2026.
Notary Public
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
April 28, 2026
Item Nomination and Appointment of 2026-2027 Chair and Vice Chair
Item No:B.2
Agenda Section ROLL CALL
Prepared By Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director
SUGGESTED ACTION
Nomination and Appointment of 2026-27 Chair and Vice Chair
SUMMARY
Park and Recreation Commission bylaws specify that the commission shall select from among its
membership a chair and vice chair. The excerpt below describes the procedure for electing these officers
and the roles for each.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
Section 4 Organization:
4.1 Election of Officers: At the first meeting in April of each year, the Park and Recreation Commission
shall hold an organizational meeting. At this meeting, the commission shall elect from its membership a
chairperson and vice chairperson. Each member shall cast its vote for the member he/she wishes to be
chosen as chairperson. If no one receives a majority, voting shall continue until one member receives
the majority support. Vice chairperson shall be elected from the remaining numbers of the same
proceeding.
4.2 Duties of the Chairperson and Vice Chairperson: The chairperson, or in his/her absence the vice
chairperson, shall preside at meetings, appoint committees from its own membership, and perform other
such duties as ordered by the commission. The chairperson shall conduct the meeting so as to keep it
moving as rapidly and efficiently as possible and shall remind members, witnesses, and petitioners to
preserve order and decorum and to keep comments to the subject at hand. The chairperson shall not
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move for action, but may second motions.
RECOMMENDATION
Nomination and Appointment of 2026-27 Chair and Vice Chair
ATTACHMENTS
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
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Item Meeting Minutes: March 24, 2026
Item No:F.1
Agenda Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Prepared By Jenny Potter, City Clerk
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated March 24, 2026.
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated March 24, 2026.
ATTACHMENTS
Park & Recreation Commission Minutes dated March 24, 2026
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CHANHASSEN PARK AND
RECREATION COMMISSION
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
MARCH 24, 2026
Chair Leisen called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Rob Swanson; Kristin Fulkerson; Michael Leisen; Sean Morgan;
Emily Nagel; Kurt Scheppmann; Nora Nashawaty; Clara Christenson
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director; Priya Wall, Recreation
Manager; Luke Kegley, Recreation Supervisor; Jodi Sarles, Rec Center Manager; Mary
Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator
PUBLIC PRESENT: None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Commissioner Scheppmann moved, Commissioner Fulkerson
seconded to approve the agenda with an addition of a standing commission member
update. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0.
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None.
VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: None.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
1. Approve Park & Recreation Minutes dated February 24, 2026
Commissioner Swanson moved, Commissioner Christenson seconded to approve the
minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated February 24, 2026 as
presented. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0.
GENERAL BUSINESS:
1. 2025-2026 Ice Rink Season Evaluation
Luke Kegley, Recreation Supervisor, provided an overview of the Ice Rink Season and noted
that they were able to run for 58 operational days. He summarized the recorded participants at
the different locations, maintenance costs, and additional expenses.
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Commissioner Nashawaty asked if the efficiency numbers were weather-dependent. Mr. Kegley
answered that the flooding overnight was essential for the rink maintenance and dependent on
temperatures.
2. Receive 2025 Park and Recreation Department Annual Report
Priya Wall, Recreation Manager, reviewed the 2025 Park and Recreation Annual Report, which
identified accomplishments and information for all divisions within the Park and Recreation
Department.
Youth Commissioner Christenson asked about an update for the Carver Beach Playground. Jerry
Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, answered that they would provide an update on this
topic later in the meeting.
Chair Leisen thanked the staff for their update and asked if they could post it online. Ms. Wall
answered that the report would go to the City Council and then be updated online.
Commissioner Nashawaty moved, Commissioner Morgan seconded that the Park and
Recreation Commission recommends that the City Council receive and approve the 2025
Park & Recreation Annual Report. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously
with a vote of 8 to 0.
3. Recommend 4th of July Celebration Event Logo Concept
Ms. Wall reviewed the historical process for the 4th of July Celebration Event Logo Concept.
She stated that the City Staff designed the 2026 logo concepts.
Commissioner Scheppmann noted that concept four looked like a postage stamp.
Youth Commissioner Christenson liked that concept, which incorporated the maple leaf.
Commissioner Nashawaty stated the maple leaf should be in the final logo.
Mr. Ruegemer said that it was the nation’s 250th anniversary, so they wanted to tie that in.
Chair Leisen appreciated concept three.
Commissioner Scheppmann said he appreciated the diamond-shaped concept.
Youth Commissioner Christenson suggested not to use cursive in the final design.
Commissioner Swanson said he liked concept one.
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Commissioner Nashawaty commented that a simpler concept would be better.
Chair Leisen asked for a vote on concept one. Commissioners Nashawaty, Morgan, Swanson,
and Christenson voted for concept one.
Youth Commissioner suggested that concept one include 2026.
Commissioner Scheppmann asked about putting the 250th in the red banner.
Ms. Wall said that they would add 2026 and make the 250th more prominent.
Commissioner Fulkerson moved, Commissioner Swanson seconded that the Park and
Recreation Commission recommends logo concept #1 be used for marketing, promoting,
and branding the 43rd annual 4th of July Celebration. All voted in favor and the motion
carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0.
4. Park Renovation Fund Priority Discussion
Mr. Ruegemer recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission identify a list of park
priority projects for the next 1 to 10 years and for 2026. He encouraged them to discuss the 2026
park replacement sheet and said that Stone Creek stands out because it is 28 years old.
Chair Leisen asked if the playground was well-used. Mr. Ruegemer answered that it was put off
because of inspections of the playground. They are going to determine which playgrounds to
replace based on the condition.
Mr. Ruegemer said they received comments about the equipment available at the Carver Beach
site, and they could consider supplementing the container. He said they could allocate $15,000
for this location.
Chair Leisen asked if this would satisfy the feedback from the community. Mr. Ruegemer
confirmed this information.
Commissioner Fulkerson asked about the conditions of Stone Creek, because no playgrounds
were proposed to be renovated in 2027 and 2028. Mr. Ruegemer responded that it was getting
harder to get replacement parts for the Stone Creek Playground equipment. He said that it would
make sense to go through the process this year.
Commissioner Fulkerson asked if they could budget $85,000 for the Stone Creek playground, or
what would be an adequate number. Mr. Ruegemer said he put $100,000, and he thought it was a
conservative number. He stated that if the Park and Recreation Commission wanted to set it at
$85,000, they could consider doing so.
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Youth Commissioner Christenson suggested holding a neighborhood meeting. Mr. Ruegemer
said they would engage with neighbors during the planning process.
Commissioner Morgan asked if the funding was just for playground renovation or other park
renovation projects. Mr. Ruegemer answered that they can complete other items on the list.
Commissioner Morgan said that only a subset of the items could be considered based on costs.
He asked for additional information on the color-coding. Mr. Ruegemer explained that the
yellow was a short-term project, the blue was a mid-term project, and the green was a long-term
project. He stated it was important to have conversations about funding avenues.
Commissioner Morgan asked if there were any projects they thought were worth highlighting
that were urgent needs. Mr. Ruegemer responded that the pickleball courts at Roundhouse Park
would need to be replaced in the future. He requested some other community feedback.
Commissioner Scheppmann asked if they could add Pickleball Courts to Bandimere Park.
Chair Leisen asked if they could use the remaining funds from the Lake Ann Preserve Project.
Mr. Ruegemer answered that the southwestern trail segment at Lake Ann Preserve would not
move forward, so there would be $400,000 to $500,000 that they could recommend reallocation
of, but it was general fund money that could be utilized elsewhere. He said he could put ideas for
the recommendation together for next month.
Commissioner Nashawaty asked if they could utilize funds from other community organizations
to contribute to projects. Mr. Ruegemer responded that they always welcomed community
sponsors.
Chair Leisen suggested that for 2026, they complete Stone Creek Park for approximately
$85,000; Carver Beach for $15,000, and look for nature park ideas in Lake Ann.
Commissioner Fulkerson asked if they do not use money this year, if it would carry over to next
year. Mr. Ruegemer confirmed this information.
Commissioner Fulkerson confirmed that the community center was a two-year project.
Mr. Ruegemer said that maintenance at the community center would be separate.
Commissioner Nashawaty asked about the staff having the capacity to install six parks in 2030.
Mr. Ruegemer responded that the future installation would be worked out. He did not think they
would consider moving any playground equipment replacement up in the schedule.
Commissioner Scheppmann clarified that Stone Creek would be a complete replacement. Mr.
Ruegemer confirmed this information and noted that the concrete borders would stay.
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Commissioner Fulkerson moved, Commissioner Swanson seconded to approve the Park
and Recreation Commission Staff’s recommendation for the projects at Carver Beach for
$15,000 and Stone Creek at $85,000. All voted in favor and the motion carried
unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0.
REPORTS:
1. Recreation Center Quarterly Update
Jodi Sarles, Rec Center Manager, reviewed the facility rentals and program updates for the
recreation center. She summarized the events hosted at the recreation center and the upcoming
events planned.
2. Easter Egg Candy Hunt Preview
Ms. Wall stated that the 2026 Easter Egg Hunt would be on April 4th at 9 a.m., north of City
Hall. She thanked the businesses that will participate in the event. The Easter coloring contest
will be open until April 5th.
3. Senior Center Quarterly Report
Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator, reviewed the patrons served through the Senior
Center in the first quarter of 2026. She discussed the new interest groups through the senior
center and other activity highlights. She reviewed her work as a liaison for the Chanhassen
Commission on Aging and discussed the City of Chanhassen’s Senior Life Guide. She noted that
she would be retiring on May 1st, 2026.
Commissioner Fulkerson asked if the facilities could be reserved by private groups. Ms.
Blazanin answered that they were working on getting the programming into a routine, but they
will consider reservations in the future.
Mr. Ruegemer stated that they were considering other rental facility options in Chanhassen.
4. Park Maintenance Quarterly Update
Mr. Ruegemer reviewed the purchase of a new roller for the back of the tractor. He provided a
summary of the work that crews were completing to prepare for spring activities.
COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS:
Commissioner Nashawaty discussed that they would like to hold multiple events to interest
multiple people in the Civic Center opening. She discussed holding modified tours of the
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locations and hosting events during the day and evening hours to appeal to different audiences.
They suggested allocating most of the funding for one large event for the community to enjoy.
She discussed the subcommittee publishing agendas to provide more formal actions.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS:
Chair Leisen thanked Commissioner Swanson and Commissioner Nashawaty for their service on
the Park and Recreation Commission.
ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS: None.
ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Nashawaty moved, Commissioner Swanson seconded to adjourn the
meeting. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. The
Park and Recreation Commission meeting was adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Submitted by Jerry Ruegemer
Park and Recreation Director
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
April 28, 2026
Item Review Park and Recreation Commission Bylaws
Item No:G.1
Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS
Prepared By Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director
SUGGESTED ACTION
The Park and Recreation Commission reviews and adopts changes of their bylaws.
SUMMARY
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
The Park and Recreation Commission bylaws call for review annually at the first meeting in April. The
bylaws were last reviewed and updated at the April 22, 2025 meeting. In order for the Park and
Recreation Commission to make sure all aspects of the bylaws are relevant, the commission will review
the existing bylaws and recommend any changes or modifications.
RECOMMENDATION
The Park and Recreation Commission reviews and adopts changes of their bylaws.
ATTACHMENTS
PRC Bylaws 2026
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BYLAWS
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
The following bylaws are adopted by the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission to facilitate the
performance of its duties and the exercising of its functions as a commission established by the City
Council.
Section 1: Duties And Responsibilities:
1.1 To hold meetings of its members, to consider such matters pertaining to parks and public
recreation programs in the city as shall be referred to the Commission by the Council, or as the
members of the Commission themselves deem proper.
1.2 To prepare a comprehensive plan for the future development of the city park and recreation
system, to be submitted to the City Council for implementation, and to maintain said plan, and
recommend amendments to the plan to the City Council, as may become necessary or desirable.
1.3 To act in an advisory capacity to the Council in all matters relating to a park and recreation
program in the city.
1.4 Establishment of Subcommittees: The Park and Recreation Commission may, as they deem
appropriate, establish special subcommittees comprised solely of their own members.
Section 2: Meetings:
2.1 Time: Regular meetings of the Commission shall be held on the fourth Tuesday of each month
at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 7700 Market Blvd. unless otherwise directed by the
Chair, in which case at least 24-hour notice will be given to all members. Regular meetings shall
have a curfew of 10:00 p.m., which may be waived at the discretion of the Chair. All unfinished
business will be carried over to the next regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting.
2.2 Special meetings: Special meetings shall be held upon call by the Chair or in his/her absence,
by the Vice Chair, or any other member with the concurrence of four other members of the
commission, and with at least 48-hour notice to all members. Notice of all special meetings shall
also be posted on the official city bulletin board.
2.3 Attendance: Park and Recreation Commission members shall attend not less than seventy-five
(75%) percent of all regular and special meetings held during a given (calendar) year, and shall
not be absent from three (3) consecutive meetings. Failure to meet this minimum attendance
requirement shall result in removal from the commission.
Section 3 Commission Composition, Terms and Vacancies:
3.1 Composition: The commission shall consist of seven (7) voting members. Additionally, the
commission may also have one or two youth representatives who shall also be voting members.
Commissioners shall be appointed by the Council and may be removed by the Council.
3.2 Terms and Vacancies: The council shall appoint members to the commission for staggered
terms of three (3) years; however, youth commissioners shall serve one-year terms. Vacancies
during the term shall be filled by the council for the unexpired portion of the term.
All members shall serve without compensation.
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3.3 Quorum: Half plus one (5) Park and Recreation Commission members shall constitute a quorum
for the transaction of business. Whenever a quorum is not present, no final or official action shall
be taken at such meeting.
Section 4 Organization:
4.1 Election of Officers: At the first meeting in April of each year, the Park and Recreation
Commission shall hold an organizational meeting. At this meeting, the commission shall elect
from its membership a Chair and Vice Chair. Each member shall cast its vote for the member
he/she wishes to be chosen for Chair. If no one receives a majority, voting shall continue until one
member receives the majority support. Vice Chair shall be elected from the remaining numbers of
the same proceeding.
4.2 Duties of the Chair and Vice Chair: The Chair, or in his/her absence the Vice Chair, shall
preside at meetings, appoint committees from its own membership, and perform other such duties
as ordered by the commission.
The Chair shall conduct the meeting so as to keep it moving as rapidly and efficiently as possible
and shall remind members, witnesses, and petitioners to preserve order and decorum and to keep
comments to the subject at hand.
The Chair shall not move for action but may second motions.
Section 5 Procedure:
5.1 Parliamentary Procedure: Generally, or as appropriate, Parliamentary Procedure, governed
by Roberts Rules of Order Revised, shall be followed at all regular meetings. At special work
session meetings, and when appropriate, the commission may hold group discussions not
following any set parliamentary procedures except when motions are before the commission.
Section 6 - Public Hearings:
6.1 Purpose of Hearings: The purpose of a hearing is to collect information and facts in order for
the commission to develop a rational recommendation for the City Council.
6.2 Hearing Procedure: At hearings, the following procedure shall be followed in each case:
a. The Chair shall state the case to be heard.
b. The Chair shall call upon staff to present the staff report. Required reports from each city
department shall be submitted to the Park and Recreation Commission before each case is
heard.
c. The Chair shall ask the applicant to present their case.
d. Interested persons may address the commission, giving information regarding the particular
proposal.
e. Petitioners and the public are to address the Chair only, not staff or other commissioners.
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f. After all new facts and information have been brought forth, the hearing shall be closed and
interested persons shall not be heard again. Upon completion of the hearing on each case,
the Park and Recreation Commission shall discuss the item at hand and render a decision.
The Park and Recreation Commission, if it so desires, may leave the public record open for
written comments for a specified period of time.
g. The Chair shall have the responsibility to inform all of the parties of their rights of appeal on
any decision or recommendation of the Park and Recreation Commission.
6. 3 Schedule: At meetings where more than one hearing is scheduled, every effort shall be made to
begin each case at the time set on the agenda, but in no case may an item be called for hearing
prior to the advertised time listed on the agenda.
Section 7 Miscellaneous:
7.1 Park and Recreation Commission Discussion:
a. Matters for discussion which do not appear on the agenda shall be discussed during
Commissioner Member Presentations. After discussion, if the Commission would like to
add an item, a motion, a second, and a vote to add to a future meeting would occur. A
majority vote applies.
b. Matters which are added shall be discussed at the appropriate time on the future agenda.
7.2 Suspension of Rules: The commission may suspend any of these rules by a unanimous vote of
the members present.
7.3 Amendments: Amendments of these bylaws may be made at any regular or special meeting of
the Park and Recreation Commission but only if scheduled on the meeting agenda in advance of
the meeting.
7.4 Review: Annually, at the first meeting in April or as deemed appropriate, these bylaws shall be
read and adopted by the Park and Recreation Commission.
Chair:__________________________________ Date: _______________________ Updated 4/2026
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
April 28, 2026
Item Easter Egg Candy Hunt Evaluation
Item No:H.1
Agenda Section REPORTS
Prepared By Priya Wall, Recreation Manager
SUGGESTED ACTION
SUMMARY
The 43rd Annual Easter Egg Candy Hunt was held on Saturday, April 4 in two waves at City Center
Park. The first wave was held 9 a.m., and the second at 10 a.m. 416 children attended the event this
year, with an estimated total of 900-1,000 people, including adults. Weather was wintry, with a mix of
snow/sleet prior to the event and cloudy, windy conditions during the event. The temps for the morning
were mid-high thirties.
Participants were divided into four age groups for the candy hunt: 2 & under (new), 3-4, 5-7, and 8-12.
In addition to candy and eggs, kids had the opportunity to hunt for "golden eggs" that were redeemable
for prizes. Prizes were donated by kiddywampus, Mathnasium, T-Fiber, Pizzaioli, and Chick-fil-A. Nine
local businesses were present at the event to provide kids activities. One business provided free coffee
to adults, which was a big hit.
Special thanks goes to Mitch Velgersdyk, State Farm Agency, Bach to Rock Minnetonka, Kiddie
Academy of Chanhassen, Backed Chiropractic, Sora Therapy, O2B Kids, Mathnasium of Chanhassen
West, Xcel Energy, T-Fiber, and TruStone Financial for supporting this event. Thank you also to the
Chanhassen Fire Department, Carver County Sheriff's Office, and the Chanhassen, Chaska, and Eden
Prairie High School Key and NHS Clubs for volunteering.
Coloring Contest
The Annual Easter Coloring Contest also ran as part of the 43rd Annual Easter Egg Candy Hunt. Prizes
were awarded in 10 age categories based on originality and neatness. Forms were available online, at
City Hall, and the Rec Center, and could be submitted online, at City Hall, the Rec Center, or at the
Easter Egg Candy Hunt. 64 entries were received as part of this year's contest.
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Comments and Recommendations for 2027
For the first time in 2026, the traditional "Ages 4 & under" group was split into two new groups:
Ages 2 & under and Ages 3-4. This was a well-received change, especially among parents of
participants ages 2 & under. This change addresses feedback and requests previously received for
a toddler zone, and the two new age categories will be kept moving forward.
This year, the wintry weather likely impacted attendance, lowering it from what would have been
expected on a warm, sunny day.
Start the dash right away at advertised start times (9:05 and 10:05). Participants are better about
arriving on-time, so delaying has less of a benefit and creates more frustration for families.
Continue to find ways to encourage parents not to collect eggs for their children in older age
groups. Every year, this causes frustration.
Continue to consider new, creative event components to engage attendees in future years.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
ATTACHMENTS
Easter Expense Report 2026
Participation Numbers 2018-2026
Easter Survey Results 2026
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REVENUE (Target: $3,600)AMOUNT
Registrations (416 x $6)$2,496.00
Sponsorship (5 x $50)$250.00
Sponsorship (T-Fiber scooter reimbursement)$460.00
Total $3,206.00
EXPENDITURES
101-1612-4130 (Budget: $2,400)
Candy $1,398.60
Pre-filled eggs $1,270.40
Prize scooters $453.40
Msc. supplies $195.93
Bunny suit dry cleaning $46.51
Total $3,364.84
101-1612-4340 (Budget: $450)
PeachJar promotion (5 schools)$125.00
Social media promotion (Facebook, Instagram) *est.$50.00
Total $175.00
TOTAL REVENUE: $3,206.00 (Target: $3,600)
TOTAL EXPENSES: $3,539.84 (Budget: $2,850)
BALANCE: -$333.84 (Target balance: $750)
2026 Easter Egg Candy Hunt
Expense Report
*The Easter Egg Candy Hunt is the second of four events under the Community Event
Sponsorship Program. Forty-six businesses have donated $44,215.77 in cash and goods for
2026 to support these four events.
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Attendance: 2018-2026
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Coloring Contest Participation: 2018-2026
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How did you first hear about this event?
Easter Survey Results 2026
Responses: 20
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What were all the ways you saw this event
advertised?
Easter Survey Results 2026
Responses: 20
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Comments: Summary
What was appreciated:
What could be better:
Addition of 2 & Under age category
Business participation
Amount of candy and eggs
Start the dash at advertised start time (9:05 and 10:05), no
delays
Oversight to prevent parents assisting in the 3-4 age category
and/or collecting golden eggs for their children
Easter Survey Results 2026
Responses: 20
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Comments:
I think attendance was down a bit due to the weather. Continue to appreciate the two time options. Wish it was for children 14 and under. Honestly,
my 13 year-old participated without payment. My kids came home with full baskets and happy faces!
Wish it would start at posted start times and not waiting for late comers
Weather was cold. Could not stay too long after the egg hunt to visit each sponsors.Perhaps later afternoon wave when it is a little warmer would
be a great option.
Great event!!
The construction near the event area could have been communicated better so we could have made better plans for parking, but overall the event
was great!
This was a great event, plenty of candy and space. Loved the addition of local businesses to pass the time before start of the hunt. Extra nice touch
for parents to have free coffee from the chiropractor!
This was a great event. Really like the two and under category. We had lots of fun.
Love this event!
Advertising a 9:05 start time and then arriving early and being told it would start at 9:10 was frustrating since it was such a cold day. I know you
don’t want people to miss out, but starting when you say you’re gonna start means a lot more to people on such a cold day. Also there were a lot
of parents getting too involved in the 3–4-year-old zone. But all in all, a super fun event as always.
Thank you!
Thank you for hosting this event. This was our first year participating, and my four-year-old enjoyed himself. I was disappointed, though, with the
oversight involving the golden eggs and parents "helping" find those. My son was going toward a golden egg and then a parent came and picked it
up and walked it over to her child while I was standing on the sideline trying to obey the rules. My son handled it well, but it made the event less
enjoyable.
Easter Survey Results 2026
Responses: 20
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Park & Recreation Commission Item
April 28, 2026
Item Civic Campus Sub-Committee Update
Item No:I.1
Agenda Section COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS
Prepared By Priya Wall, Recreation Manager
SUGGESTED ACTION
SUMMARY
The Civic Campus Sub-Committee will provide an update on ongoing Civic Campus Grand Opening
discussions. Commissioners will discuss.
BACKGROUND
DISCUSSION
RECOMMENDATION
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