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04.28.2026 PRC MinutesCHANHASSEN 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. 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 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. 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: 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