Tuesday, September 13, 2005
Steering Committee Meeting
Cold Spring 20/20 Action Team
Steering Committee Meeting
September 13, 2005
Present: Kay Cook, Mark Grelson, Rita Hennen, Betty Johnson, Duane Kuss, Larry Lahr, David Olson, Nadine Schnettler, Carrie Tripp, Ken Wendinger
Minutes: Kay did not have them available. They will be reviewed at next meeting.
Treasurer Report: Discussed Standard Form implementation. Each committee person should complete the form and turn it in. Check was written to Duane for $50 for internet service from July hosting fee. Ken and Chris from the City will keep records current. Checks need to be approved by check number. All expenses should be approved prior to expenditure. We also need a projected budget.
Future focus:
Rain Garden - planting will be in the spring but plants should be ordered now and down payment made. Duane will do a DIGIlog with Greg Berg of SWCD. We need to make certain we get all invoices.
Lookout Park - It is now a political issue between MNDot and the City. We have $2250 in the grant.
Trails and Paths - ROCORI trail is moving along. We are in the planning stage and Initiative Foundation funds can be used for this. Need to bring Wakefield Township into the process.
There was extended discussion regarding the two-year volunteer commitment since many of us on the Steering Committee will be completing our second year. We need to focus our attention on recruiting more action-oriented people.
Committee Discussion:
Design Standards: Their planning matrix is developed. Their next meeting is a public hearing September 26 (Monday). They will endorse recommendations for standards, keep a positive voice, and look at zoning for future use. At this time they are more of an oversight committee. Recruitment needs to be done for this committee.
Land Use: They are looking to meeting with the City and Township. John F has all the information digitally. There was discussion on grants and how to use IF funding efficiently. Sign ordinance development could benefit from IF funds at end of October.
There was discussion on 2020 making a difference as we take the lead with our committees. It is hoped that with grass roots promotion political entities will be more willing to participate.
Larry reported we need a transportation plan prior to a comprehensive plan. 2020 can take the lead with the transportation plan. The city council is prepared to pay 75% of the plan cost. A budget is needed as well as a timeline to get monies encumbered. Need to keep IF informed.
Nadine moved to contact Dan Frank with the information that political reasons are holding up the Lookout Park project taking it out of our control and request funds be diverted; Ken seconded; motion carried.
Natural Resources: A media blitz is to begin this week on trails. This committee needs to move to the action mode.
Arts & Culture: Mark reported on CAP through the school system, focusing on JAMJB. The mosaic project is now lead by Mike Weber. They are asking for Wakefield Township input; Mark provided a proposed letter to them. Mark had to leave at 9:40.
Social Action: Betty presented a map from Granite Country of Stearns County which she attended. Willmar was touted as the American city because they have pulled all their diverse populations together.
Breamer has grant information. Advertising blitz is on schedule for October. Survey in Community Ed paper and they are starting to get calls and need training to deal with them. Requested help with marketing.
Haven't heard anything on CenterCare grant, they are developing a logo. They have talked to all the churches but Peace and are now starting with the non-profits. Other projects were discussed including diversity and affordable housing. A video for new Hispanics with information on the schools has been started.
Carrie reminded us to check with other funding sources.
Rita provided a 2020 Action Team recap. She asked about fund raising ideas such as brat stand at Super Valu. Chamber will be sponsoring a business showcase around 3rd weekend in March and she asked if the 2020 group would be in favor of providing a "free" breakfast. There would be a need for people to work; perhaps each task force could provide 4-5 people.
Dave reported the city flower waterer needs a new wagon and requested 2020 support. Since there are no funds we are unable to do it.
Kay provided information on River Night which is a fund raiser for the Rivers Council of Minnesota.
Nadine moved adjournment; Dave seconded; motion carried.
Respectfully submitted,
Kay Cook
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