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05-26-2026 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 Special Work Session Meeting Minutes: April 24, 2026 F.2 Meeting Minutes: April 28, 2026 G.GENERAL BUSINESS G.1 2026 Lake Ann Park Summer Programs G.2 2026 Summer Youth Programs Preview G.3 Recommend Purchase for Playground Equipment Replacement for Stone Creek Park H.REPORTS I.COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS AGENDA CHANHASSEN PARK & RECREATION COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026 CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD 1 I.1 Civic Campus Sub-Committee Update J.COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS K.ADMINISTRATIVE PACKET L.ADJOURNMENT 2 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 2026 Item Special Work Session Meeting Minutes: April 24, 2026 Item No:F.1 Agenda Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Prepared By Amy Weidman, Senior Admin Support Specialist SUGGESTED ACTION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission special work session meeting minutes dated April 24, 2026. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission special work session meeting minutes dated April 24, 2026. ATTACHMENTS PRC Special Work Session Minutes dated April 24, 2026 3 CHANHASSEN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION SPECIAL WORK SESSION MINUTES APRIL 24, 2026 MEMBERS PRESENT: Emily Nagel, Clara Christenson MEMBERS ABSENT: N/A STAFF PRESENT: Priya Wall, Recreation Manager PUBLIC PRESENT: Nora Nashawaty SPECIAL MEETING TO DISCUSS CIVIC CAMPUS GRAND OPENING: The Commissioners discussed plans for the Civic Campus Grand Opening event in August 2026, including a formal ribbon cutting, live music and food event, ‘first splash’ splash pad opening, pickleball tournament, City Hall tours, wellness classes, live interactive painter, and other potential activities. Commissioners briefly discussed opinions on proposed movies for the July 1 Movie in the Park event. Submitted by Jerry Ruegemer Park and Recreation Director 4 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 2026 Item Meeting Minutes: April 28, 2026 Item No:F.2 Agenda Section APPROVAL OF MINUTES Prepared By Desiree Ruppert, Admin Support Specialist SUGGESTED ACTION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated April 28, 2026. SUMMARY BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION Approve the Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated April 28, 2026. ATTACHMENTS Park & Recreation Commission meeting minutes dated April 28, 2026 5 CHANHASSEN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES APRIL 28, 2026 Chair Leisen called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Emily Nagel; Zack Wittl; Kurt Scheppmann; Erick Hanson; Kristin Fulkerson; Michael Leisen; Sean Morgan; Clara Christenson, youth. MEMBERS ABSENT: None. STAFF PRESENT: Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director; Priya Wall, Recreation Manager; and Jenny Potter, City Clerk. PUBLIC PRESENT: None. ROLL CALL: 1. Oaths of Office Jenny Potter, City Clerk, administered the oaths of office to Erick Hanson and Zach Wittl. 2. Nomination and Appointment of 2026-2027 Chair and Vice Chair Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, requested nominations for the Chair Position. Commissioner Morgan moved, and Commissioner Fulkerson seconded to nominate Commissioner Leisen as the Chair. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. Chair Leisen moved, Youth Commissioner Christenson seconded to nominate Commissioner Morgan as the Vice Chair. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: The Commission added General Business Items 2 and 3 to discuss the 2026 Park Priorities and Community Center Updates. Commissioner Fulkerson moved, Commissioner Nagel seconded to approve the agenda with the addition of General Business Items 2 and 3. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. Commissioner Wittl reviewed his desire to serve on the Park and Recreation Commission. 6 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – April 28, 2026 2 Commissioner Hanson reviewed his desire to serve on the Park and Recreation Commission. PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS: None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 1. Approve Park & Recreation Minutes dated March 24, 2026 Commissioner Nagel moved, Commissioner Scheppmann seconded to approve the minutes of the Park and Recreation Commission meeting dated March 24, 2026 as presented. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. GENERAL BUSINESS: 1. Review Park and Recreation Commission Bylaws Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, noted that the bylaws were to be reviewed annually at the first meeting in April. He said that the bylaws were last reviewed and updated at the April 22, 2025 meeting. Chair Leisen requested virtual attendance at the meetings. Mr. Ruegemer responded that the city isn’t currently offering virtual attendance due to the requirements that must be met per state statute. Commissioner Nagel confirmed that the footer would be updated with the correct date. Commissioner Scheppmann moved, Commissioner Fulkerson seconded to adopt the Park and Recreation Bylaws. All voted in favor and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 8 to 0. 2. 2026 Park Priorities Discussion Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, shared that City Council advised they could proceed with the 2026 Park and Recreation projects. He discussed the Stone Creek Hill neighborhood meeting to garner feedback about the park updates. He requested that the Carver Beach residents attend the May meeting at 5 p.m. with an early start for the Park and Recreation Commission, and that the Stone Creek Hill residents attend the meeting at 6 p.m. Chair Leisen asked about the process for the neighborhood meetings. Mr. Ruegemer responded that he hoped they would decide the next steps to proceed with the parks. He commented that 7 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – April 28, 2026 3 they would have options from a request for proposal, complete and submitted before the meeting, so they could make recommendations to the City Council about the playground. Commissioner Scheppmann noted the benefit of being prepared before the meeting and asked what information they would receive. Mr. Ruegemer answered that there was a lot of information to catalog, so he would consider options to move forward. He noted the benefit of working through conversations with the residents, especially those at Carver Beach where they are looking to supplement the equipment already installed at the park. Commissioner Morgan asked if the open houses were separate from the Park and Recreation Commission meeting. Mr. Ruegemer responded that the open houses would be separate meetings. Commissioner Morgan asked about the format of the neighborhood meetings rather than virtual polling. Mr. Ruegemer answered that the neighborhood meetings were the traditional process. Chair Leisen questioned whether they should hold two neighborhood meetings in one night. Mr. Ruegemer responded that they would limit each meeting to one hour. Commissioner Morgan asked if the Park and Recreation Commission meeting would be a special meeting. Mr. Ruegemer answered that the time of the regular Park and Recreation Commission meeting would be adjusted. Commissioner Nagel questioned whether they could incorporate polling for those who could not attend the neighborhood meeting. Mr. Ruegemer responded that residents could email him with comments to consider. Youth Commissioner Christenson asked if Stone Creek Park would more likely come to a consensus. Mr. Ruegemer answered that they were replacing 28-year-old equipment at Stone Creek Park. Commissioner Wittl questioned how they invite residents to attend. Mr. Ruegemer stated that they would send out postcards to property owners within a geographic location. Commissioner Morgan asked if the scope of the decisions would be A, B, or C. Mr. Ruegemer responded that they would show the concepts and request which concept was preferred. 3. Community Center Update Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director, discussed Sports Facilities Companies managing the Community Center facility. The City Council approved the agreement for the company to run the facility for ten years, with Jodi Sarles as the general manager. 8 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – April 28, 2026 4 REPORTS: 1. Easter Egg Candy Hunt Evaluation Priya Wall, Recreation Manager, reviewed the Easter Egg Hunt attendance. She thanked different sponsors and volunteers for their contributions to the event. She provided an overview of the coloring contest entries, along with comments and recommendations received after the event. She summarized the 2026 Easter Egg Candy Hunt expenses and revenue, along with the Easter survey response results. Commissioner Fulkerson departed the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Commissioner Scheppmann asked for clarification about whether the scooters were donated. Ms. Wall answered that T-Mobile sent them funds for the scooters as a sponsorship donation. Chair Leisen suggested a photo booth for families. COMMISSION MEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS: 1. Civic Campus Sub-Committee Update Commissioner Nagel said that the Civic Campus Sub-Committee discussed a potential multi-day schedule for the grand opening of the Civic Campus. Youth Commissioner Christenson noted the benefits of planning activities for all ages. Chair Leisen discussed the purpose of the sub-committee. He opened the opportunity for commissioners to join the sub-committee. Ms. Wall said that they would make updates to the Fourth of July layout due to continued work at the Civic Campus. She noted that they would have one large day to celebrate the Civic Campus with smaller days to showcase other activities. COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS: None. ADMINISTRATIVE PRESENTATIONS: Mr. Ruegemer stated that Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator, was retiring. He reviewed different activities planned to celebrate her retirement. ADJOURNMENT: 9 Park and Recreation Commission Minutes – April 28, 2026 5 Commissioner Nagel moved, Commissioner Morgan seconded to adjourn the meeting. All voted in favor, and the motion carried unanimously with a vote of 7 to 0. The Park and Recreation Commission meeting was adjourned at 7:00 p.m. Submitted by Jerry Ruegemer Park and Recreation Director 10 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 2026 Item 2026 Lake Ann Park Summer Programs Item No:G.1 Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS Prepared By Luke Kegley, Recreation Supervisor SUGGESTED ACTION SUMMARY BACKGROUND The summer of 2026 is quickly approaching, bringing a renewed sense of excitement to our community. As always, Lake Ann Park is set to be the primary hub for seasonal recreation and community events. The concession stand and watercraft rental facility will operate daily from Saturday, May 23 through Sunday, August 16, between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. To better serve the crowds at the Summer Concert Series, hours will extend until 8 p.m. on Thursdays. Sponsored by Old National Bank, these free musical performances run from June 11 through August 6, from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. While City Center Park undergoes construction for the Civic Campus Project, Lake Ann Park will host the series again this year, offering great parking, permanent restrooms, local food trucks and a scenic backdrop. The event will return to its permanent home once construction wraps up. We are excited to welcome Mollie Yanda as our Concessions Manager for the 2026 season. Mollie is a familiar face, having worked at the Lake Ann concession stand in 2025 and served as a winter rink attendant over the past two winters. Her strong communication skills and exceptional work ethic make her a great fit to oversee daily operations, staff scheduling, and inventory management. Paddleboard rentals return this summer through our ongoing partnership with Sanborn Canoe Company (formerly Grey Duck Outdoor). City staff will oversee the daily management of the eight-board fleet, with rental revenue shared per our current agreement. 11 Our waterfront programming is expanding this year with two great options. We are bringing back Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP) Yoga on Tuesday evenings from June 16 through August 11, running from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the Lake Ann boat launch. Led by certified yoga instructor Tracey Souvignier, the class costs $25 (or $35 with a board rental) and is capped at eight participants per session. For those new to the sport, staff is also introducing Paddleboarding 101. This one-hour beginner class will help participants build confidence on the water and is offered on either Monday, June 15 or Monday, June 22 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Picnic shelter reservations are moving fast, with many weekend dates already full. Staff expects to coordinate over 100 rentals this season across our three covered spaces, the Klingelhutz and Lakeside Pavilions at Lake Ann Park, and the Lake Susan Picnic Shelter, projected to generate over $15,000 in revenue. Additionally, the Lake Ann beach will remain open to the public during standard park hours from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. With a busy lineup and fantastic amenities, staff is ready to provide a safe, high-quality experience for all visitors this summer. We look forward to another great season and welcome any community feedback to help us enhance our park operations. DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS 12 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 2026 Item 2026 Summer Youth Programs Preview Item No:G.2 Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS Prepared By Priya Wall, Recreation Manager SUGGESTED ACTION SUMMARY The following is a list of upcoming youth programs offered this summer by the Chanhassen Park & Recreation Department. More information on individual programs can be found on the city's website or in the 2026 Summer Chanhassen Connection publication. Preschool Programs (Ages 3-6) Summer Discovery Playground Program (7-13 sessions) Music Together Lakeside (2 sessions) Small Fry T-ball (4 sessions) Lil’ Star T-ball (4 sessions) Small Fry Camp Psychedelic Sports Sampler Lil' Star Camp Psychedelic Sports Sampler Tae Kwon Do Tigers Tae Kwon Do Foundations Dance Class: Royal Ballet for Princes & Princesses (2 sessions) Skyhawks Soccer Tots (2 sessions) Skyhawks 1st Down Tots Podium Sports Track and Field Clinic Podium Sports Basketball Clinic Podium Sports Soccer Clinic Youth Programs (Ages 7-12) Summer Discovery Playground Program (7-13 sessions) Police & Fire Safety Camp Lake Ann Adventure Camp (4 sessions) 13 Plein Air Art Camp Chess Wizard Summer Camp (2 sessions) Rockstar Guitar Camp (2 sessions) Tae Kwon Do Junior Orientation (2 sessions) Tae Kwon Do Junior Beginner Tae Kwon Do Junior Advanced Dance Camp: K-Pop Demon Hunters Dance Camp: Wicked Themed Dance Camp: Enchanted Fairytale Dance Class: Jazz and Hip Hop Dance Class: Turns, Flexibility and Conditioning (3 sessions) Dance Class: Hip Hop Hustle Dance for Fun Nationals (5 levels) 3rd Lair Skateboard Camp (2 sessions) Skyhawks Beginning Golf Camp Skyhawks Olympics Camp Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Soccer Camp Skyhawks Multi-Sport Camp Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Flag Football Camp Skyhawks Pickleball Camp Podium Sports Track and Field Clinic Podium Sports Basketball Clinic Podium Sports Soccer Clinic Minnesota Twins Baseball Clinic (2 sessions) Safe Kids 101 Teen Programs (Ages 11-16) Skyhawks Middle School 3v3 Basketball Camp Babysitting 101 Teen Volunteer Program Special Events Summer Concert Series, sponsored by Old National Bank 43rd Annual 4th of July Celebration Civic Campus Grand Opening events Chanhassen Community Day BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS 14 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 2026 Item Recommend Purchase for Playground Equipment Replacement for Stone Creek Park Item No:G.3 Agenda Section GENERAL BUSINESS Prepared By Jerry Ruegemer, Park and Recreation Director SUGGESTED ACTION "The Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission recommends approval to the Chanhassen City Council for the 2026 Park Playground Equipment Replacement for Stone Creek Park (name vendor selected and proposal amount) SUMMARY BACKGROUND This year's Park Renovation Fund contains $110,000 for a variety of work to be completed as a part of the city's priorities. The $110,000 budget has been distributed between Stone Creek and Carver Beach Park for the purchase and installation of new playground equipment, engineered wood fiber, and associated restoration costs at Stone Creek and supplemental playground equipment at Carver Beach Park. For Stone Creek, five playground vendors were selected to participate in the RFP process providing playground equipment designs. Vendors were selected based on past performance and equipment quality. Four vendors elected to submit proposals for consideration. Postcards were sent to both the Stone Creek and Carver Beach neighborhoods informing them of the open houses on Tuesday, May 26. An online option was available for the Stone Creek residents to vote on a preferred playground design prior to the meeting if they couldn't make the open house. Results will be made available during to the May 26 meeting. The Carver Beach open house will be more interactive with the playground vendor present working through options with neighbors present. DISCUSSION After the conclusion of the two open houses the regular commission will begin. The commission will 15 recap and review the playground concepts and the final vote tally from the open house and from the online votes for Stone Creek Park. The Carver Beach Park neighbors will have a chance to review options presented and hopefully will decide that evening on their preferred choice. This process is more fluid and additional time may be needed to work through options which is fine due to more time flexibility. RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS Stone Creek Park Postcard 2026 Carver Beach Playground Postcard Update 2026 Sample RFP 16 STONE CREEK PARKNEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGSTONE CREEK PARKNEIGHBORHOOD MEETING STONE CREEK PARKNEIGHBORHOOD MEETINGSTONE CREEK PARKNEIGHBORHOOD MEETING Tuesday, May 26 6:15 PM Chanhassen City Hall | 7700 Market Blvd. Tuesday, May 26 6:15 PM Chanhassen City Hall | 7700 Market Blvd. New Playground Coming! New Playground Coming! 17 PROJECT QUESTIONS? NEW STONE CREEK PLAYGROUND Call (952) 227-1429 or visit chanhassen.info/stone-creek-playground (2250 Stone Creek Drive) You are invited to review and vote for your favorite concepts provided by multiple playground vendors for a new replacement playground to be installed in 2026. To share your thoughts, please plan to attend the open house on Tuesday, May 26, at 6:15 p.m. at Chanhassen City Hall (7700 Market Blvd.). If you can’t make the meeting, scan the QR code or visit the website below to vote after May 21. PROJECT QUESTIONS? NEW STONE CREEK PLAYGROUND Call (952) 227-1429 or visit chanhassen.info/stone-creek-playground (2250 Stone Creek Drive) You are invited to review and vote for your favorite concepts provided by multiple playground vendors for a new replacement playground to be installed in 2026. To share your thoughts, please plan to attend the open house on Tuesday, May 26, at 6:15 p.m. at Chanhassen City Hall (7700 Market Blvd.). If you can’t make the meeting, scan the QR code or visit the website below to vote after May 21. 18 CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING Tuesday, May 26 5-6 PM Chanhassen City Hall | 7700 Market Blvd. CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING Tuesday, May 26 5-6 PM Chanhassen City Hall | 7700 Market Blvd. CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING 19 QUESTIONS? CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND REVIEW Contact Jerry Ruegemer, Parks and Recreation Director at jruegemer@chanhassenmn.gov or (952) 227-1429 (900 Carver Beach Road) The Chanhassen City Council reviewed the 2026 Park Renovation Fund priorities and authorized an additional $15K to supplement the new playground equipment installed in 2025. Comments received from residents indicated they felt the equipment was geared toward older users and lacked elements for younger users. The city has contacted the vendor who installed the equipment to ask them to provide multiple options as a starting point to add play elements to the existing concrete container. The playground vendor will be present at the meeting to work through multiple options to satisfy the Carver Beach neighborhood. QUESTIONS? CARVER BEACH PLAYGROUND REVIEW Contact Jerry Ruegemer, Parks and Recreation Director at jruegemer@chanhassenmn.gov or (952) 227-1429 (900 Carver Beach Road) The Chanhassen City Council reviewed the 2026 Park Renovation Fund priorities and authorized an additional $15K to supplement the new playground equipment installed in 2025. Comments received from residents indicated they felt the equipment was geared toward older users and lacked elements for younger users. The city has contacted the vendor who installed the equipment to ask them to provide multiple options as a starting point to add play elements to the existing concrete container. The playground vendor will be present at the meeting to work through multiple options to satisfy the Carver Beach neighborhood. 20 PH (952) 227-1100 • ChanhassenMN.gov 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD • PO BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN • MINNESOTA • 55317 May 21, 2026 Sample Sample Sample City, State Zip Re: Request for Proposals for Preparation of Site Plan Concepts for a Replacement Playground Structure Dear Sample: The City of Chanhassen’s 2026 Park Renovation Fund includes the installation of a playground Park. The park is located at 2250 Stone Creek Lane E, Chanhassen, MN 55317. Your firm is invited to submit a proposed playground design for installation at Stone Creek Park. The objective of this RFP is to permit the selection of one design and approved equipment manufacturer(s). Your proposal will be reviewed by the Stone Creek Park neighborhood who will select and recommend a preferred design and manufacturer(s) for the site. The playground RFP is for equipment and installation support only. The playground container and safety surfacing are not to be included in this proposal. The city will use the existing container, which will not be expanded, and the city will place the safety surface in the container upon the project completion. Your playground proposal must include the cost of equipment, tax, freight and delivery, and installation supervision. PLAYGROUND • Budget: $75,000 for equipment, tax, freight, delivery, and installation supervision • Area available for play container: Approximately 75 ft. x 93 ft. • Posts: 5-inch • Age Group: 5-12 years • Vendors may choose to submit 2 options for consideration, but are only required to submit 1. 21 PH (952) 227-1100 • ChanhassenMN.gov 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD • PO BOX 147 • CHANHASSEN • MINNESOTA • 55317 FORM OF RESPONSE • Written Response: Written responses to the RFP shall include three complete plans and specifications listing all components for the structure. A three-dimensional representation of each play structure in a 24 x 36-inch format and a top-view plan are desired. The designs must include a transfer station and accessible play route and accommodate the use of engineered wood fiber safety surfacing. All proposals must include warranty information. Complete written responses must be received by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. • Electronic Response: An electronic copy of the complete proposal package, including plans, component listing, top view plan, warranty information and three-dimensional drawing must also be received by 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Deliver to jruegemer@chanhassenmn.gov • You must also provide mounted 24” x 36” display boards for public viewing at the May 26 Park and Recreation Commission meeting. SELECTION PROCESS 1. City staff will review each written response to ensure conformity with the RFP. 2. Stone Creek Neighborhood will meet to review proposals at the May 26 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting 3. Stone Creek Neighborhood will vote on the preferred proposal. The Parks and Recreation Commission will recommend approval for the preferred option to the City Council for their June 8, 2026 meeting. Designs must comply with all local, state and federal safety and accessibility codes and/or guidelines. All proposals are to be prepared at no cost to the City of Chanhassen. All submitted materials become the property of the City of Chanhassen. Thank you for your interest in this request for proposal. Sincerely, Jerry Ruegemer Park and Recreation Director 952-227-1429 22 Park & Recreation Commission Item May 26, 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 Civic Campus Grand Opening discussions. Commissioners will discuss. BACKGROUND DISCUSSION RECOMMENDATION ATTACHMENTS 23