COLD SPRING 20/20 TEAM
Steering Committee Meeting
January 24, 2006
Present: Mark Grelson, Duane Kuss, Betty Johnson, Rita Hennen, Mike Scharenbroich, Brigetta Klemek, Kay Cook, Larry Lahr joined later
Steering Committee Issues:
1. Review multimedia presentation - Duane showed a 7 minute power point presentation for use in informing non-profits, businesses and the general public about 20/20 goals and objectives.
2. Review and assign non-profit speaking list. A list of non-profits was reviewed and committee members assigned to contact prior to February 14 meeting. See addendum.
3. Chamber expo and 20/20 free breakfast update provided by Rita. Date is 3-18-06 at ROCORI High School. Ken and Nadine are organizing. Invitations will be sent out in about 2 days. The 7- Minute presentation will run all day for viewing. It was mentioned that there would be a meeting with non-profits the first part of February to provide information. Expo cost is $25 a table for non-profits; chamber businesses $40; non-chamber businesses $60.
4. Intern update - Mike presented a summary of information received as a result of the survey. He completed 4; 11 had wrong email addresses, phoned them for new addresses; reviewed with previous survey; stated had contacts at school who could translate our printed material; brought a 12 minutes Farmers Market video. (Didn’t take time to review today)
5. Brigetta presented a Farmers Market update. Nine people attended her meeting 50% residents and 50% producers; potential commercial on Cable; would be on Wednesdays at Lions Park; would start first of June through October; is applying for grant; perhaps 20/20 could co-sponsor; has an intern from St. John's. It was decided that this task force would live under the Tourism Committee.
Committee updates:
1. Art & Culture: Betty informed the group that Bob Thelen was interested in the Opera House, investigated buying it and donating it to the city but his plans fell through. The Co-op is using presently. He would still like to be involved.
COLD SPRING 20/20 TEAM
Steering Committee Meeting
January 10, 2006
Present: Mark Grelson, Dave Olson, Duane Kuss, Rita Hennen, Nadine Schnettler, Brigetta Klemek, Betty Johnson, Kay Cook, Larry Lahr
Agenda was approved as presented.
Minutes: Noted correction in spelling of "Maennerchor". Mark moved acceptance; Dave seconded; motion carried.
Treasurer Report: Report reflected a $17.43 deficit but City will carry us at this time. Nadine moved acceptance; Rita seconded; motion carried.
Steering Committee Issues:
1. 20/20 Library update - 20/20 will be supportive but unable to contribute at this time.
2. Chamber Expo and 20/20 free breakfast update - Rita sent information to Betty. They will target businesses and non-profits
3. Discuss and finalize reallocation of IF funds between the 7 matching fund projects - IF rule is only $5000 can be granted per request item. Public Use and Lookout Park zeroed out. Nadine will complete reports and send in by end of January.
4. Intern Update - Michael Scharenbroich will be with us from January 16 to May 5 for 20 hours per week mostly early morning or late afternoon/evening. Brigetta feels comfortable with his program but wants to do more hands on things now. Duane will work with him until Kay returns from vacation.
Project Updates
1. Rain Garden is in works: Brigetta suggested might be a 4H project
2. Land Use Plan: Larry reported consultant starting next Monday; land use map is next step
3. Design Standards: no report
4. Look out Park: off the chart as beyond our control
5. Trails & Paths: Tri City trail next meeting January 25
6. Website: status quo
7. Admin: status quo
Committee Updates
1. Arts & Culture: Mark reported CAPP needs energy & focus. There is meeting tomorrow with Leslie Schmacher from Arts Board. Duane asked about Sesquentinial involvement.
2. Land Use: No report
3. Design Standards: No report
4. Natural Resources: Kay has sent out emails but hasn't followed up with calls.
5. Social Action: Betty reported they are doing PR locally for Faith in Action; VISTA volunteer request didn't get. Dave Olson and Cheryl Brady are working together to provide Hispanics a translation of homes for sale and how to finance. They will meet 6:30 on Thursday at Senior Center.
6. Tourism: Securing signage for gateways and working on Chain of Lakes guide which is halted due to finances. The brewery is celebrating their 150th year along with city.
Fundraising Suggestions
1. Duane presented a short video designed to promote our efforts to non-profits.
1. Nadine will complete listing of non-profit contacts and we can note who we would like to contact.
2. There was a suggestion to sell Cold Spring 150 Years Old shirts, caps, golf balls, etc to tourists during the summer.
3. Larry said he would bring request for $500 administrative support to city council tonight.
New Business
Proposal to schedule 2 meetings monthly NEXT MEETING January 24 at 7:30AM
Duane moved adjournment; Rita seconded.
Respectfully submitted,
Kay Cook
Re: Rocori Trail Committee Date of Meeting: Wednesday, January 4, 2006
Project Manager: Heidi Peper Time of Meeting: 9:00 A.M.
SEH No.: A-ROCKV 0307 7 Location of Meeting: Rockville City Hall
Attendees: Rena Weber, City of Rockville
Larry Lahr, City of Cold Spring
Dan Coughlin, City of Richmond
Kevin Mooney, City of Richmond
Pete Theismann, Stearns County Parks
Linda Peck, Rockville
Joe Chovan, Cold Spring
Randy Thoreson, National Park Service
Heidi Peper, SEH
I. Securing Funding for Feasibility Report
Larry reminded the group that the Feasibility Report will cost $14,800. Cold Spring has approved spending $7,400 on the study and will add $5,000 from their Healthy Communities Partnership grant. This leaves us $2,400 short. Rena and Linda indicated that Rockville might be willing to fund half of the short fall, $1,200. Linda will ask the Park Board at their next meeting. Dan will mention it to Richmond City Council at their meeting on the 19th. Pete also suggested that we could ask the county to fund the $2,400 short fall. Pete stated the county is studying corridors from Co. Rd 6 (where Rocori Trail is proposed to end) to Waite Park and areas in St. Joseph. Linda mentioned Tim Gross, Rockville resident has ideas on alternate routes in the Rockville area. The engineer working on the Feasibility Study should talk with him.
II. Grant Application Update
A. Update from Heidi Peper – Heidi stated Stearns County approved the sponsorship of our Transportation Enhancement Grant application. The application is due to MN DOT’s Baxter office by 1/13. The group talked about a variety of support letters that could be included with the application. Heidi stated she would need them by 1/10 in order for them to be included with the application.
B. County Parks’ Ability to Support at TAC Meeting – Heidi will call Chuck Wocken regarding this.
III. Railroad Update – Pete Theismann
No new news to report.
IV. Healthcare Profession Support – Randy Thoreson
Randy met the father of a Cold Spring Doctor, George Morris. He practices in sports medicine. Randy will be meeting with him today to talk about the trail and encourage him to write a letter of support. Dr. Morris is affiliated with the Paynesville Clinic.
Next Meeting – Wednesday, February 1, 2006, 9 am, Rockville City Hall
Cold Spring will turn 150 years old on November 1, 2006. It would be good
if the community would celebrate its sesquicentennial in some fashion. The
celebration(s) probably needs to be coordinated by a group of volunteers
that are interested in making sure that the wheels are in motion.
The City will gladly offer a meeting place and accommodations for such a
committee, and even some support staff. However, there is an urgent need to
get a committee established soon, and get the planning underway.
I've got two requests for you to today. Firstly, if you (or someone you
know) would be interested in serving on such a committee please be sure to
let us know at City Hall, and we'll keep a list of people who have this
shared interest. Secondly, please simply spread the word about this
milestone, the committee, and the need for members.
We will soon send out a press release with the same purpose as this email
message.
Have a great weekend!
Larry Lahr
City Administrator
LLahr@ColdSpring.GovOffice.com
