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Home My WebLink About20130828 YCRM Minutes ROSEMOUNT YOUTH COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING PROCEEDINGS AUGUST 28, 2013 CALL TO ORDER Pursuant to due call and notice thereof a regular meeting of the Rosemount Youth Commission was th held on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at 3:47 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 2875 145 Street West, Rosemount. First Vice Chair Eichten called the meeting to order with Youth Commissioners Corrigan, Munson, Nelson, Neuens, Schalliol, Simmering, Wick, and Youth Commissioners Elect Dennis, Oliphant, and Norder attending. City Council members Weisensel and Shoe-Corrigan, Staff Liaison Foster, Jeanne Schwartz (RAAC) and Recording Secretary Harrington were also present. Youth Commissioners Alex, Mohamed, Narloch, and Wuellner were absent. ADDITIONS OR CORRECTIONS TO AGENDA None Motion by Eichten. Second by Dennis. Motion to Adopt the Agenda. Ayes: 11 Nays: 0. Absent: 4. Motion carried. OATH OF OFFICE Council member Shoe-Corrigan administered the Oath of Office to Youth Commissioners Elect Dennis, Norder, and Oliphant. AUDIENCE INPUT None CONSENT AGENDA Motion by Eichten. Second by Wick. Motion to approve the Consent Agenda. a.Minutes of June 26, 2013 Youth Commission Meeting Ayes: 11 Nays: 0. Absent: 4. Motion carried. OLD BUSINESS 6.a. Recap of Leprechaun Days Parade and Night to Unite The Leprechaun Days Parade was attended by Commissioners Eichten, Neuens, Wick, Wuellner, and Alex. The group marched with City Council members, greeted the community, passed out candy, and carried the City of Rosemount banner. Neuens reports the parade was an overall success, and Council feedback was that the residents appreciated the youth participation. Night to Unite block parties were attended by Commissioners Simmering, Dennis, Wuellner, Nelson, Oliphant, and Munson. Commissioners rode along with members of the City Council, Police Department, County Attorney, and other city staff members. Highlights of the night included conversations with residents of all ages; watching children’s reactions to police cars, fire 1 trucks, and snow plows; collecting food for food shelves; and being welcomed by the community. Shoe-Corrigan included, as a side note, that the County Attorney is also an elected position. Rosemount Area Arts Center (RAAC) Open House was attended by Commissioners Corrigan and Wick. RAAC received the 2013 Community Arts Grant Award from the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council for the Rosemount Bluegrass and Americana Festival held in July. Commissioners also received a tour of the Steeple Center and information on upgrades coming soon. Schwartz thanked the members for attending the event. Commissioner Eichten reminded members there will be more opportunities for participation in events through next May including an Arbor Day tree give away. Foster will pass along opportunities as they come up within the term. 6.b. Rosemount Area Arts Council Representatives – Swing Dancing Event Commissioner Schalliol presented the Commission with possible dates for the dance event along with conflicts that may cause poor attendance. After much discussion it was decided that the thththrdth preferred date would be February 13, with other options to include January 16, 17, 23, or 24 since the dates fall on long weekends. Schwartz will check the RAAC calendar and check the availability of the Community Center to schedule the event and report back to the commission. A band for the swing dance event has been located and will work on commission of 90% of ticket sales with no front amount required, limiting financial exposure. RAAC is still in the process of finding a dance instructor to teach a lesson prior the dance. Shoe-Corrigan suggested contacting Community Education to contact dance teachers. The commissioners expressed an interest in selling soft drinks and snacks at the event. Schwartz mentioned that renting a popcorn machine has been very popular at past events. Timing was a concern, due to possible sporting events on a given night going late. It was suggested the event should start early to accommodate all community members and to allow for a dance lesson. Students could then attend when other activities are done. There is no dress code, however Commissioners should dress as they deem fit – their Youth Commission polo or “dressing up” would be appropriate. 6.c. Tree Lighting Event rd The Tree Lighting Event is scheduled for November 23, the Saturday before Thanksgiving. It was moved to an earlier date to encourage shopping in town and as an effort to increase attendance by avoiding the Thanksgiving weekend, on which many families are out of town. Events will occur all day at the Steeple Center beginning with a children’s class and movie, then the tree lighting followed by a classic seasonal film. The tree lighting event last year included cookies and apple cider, entertainment by high school choir and band members, and a Santa giving candy canes to children. Speakers included a Youth Commissioner, who served as the emcee, the Mayor and Paul Eggen. It was determined that to forward the event a sub-committee should be created. Commissioners Neuens, Norder, Corrigan, Dennis, and Eichten volunteered and will invite Chairperson Alex to join to discuss the program, entertainment (including singers, band, and Santa), speakers, food , and advertising posters (a mix of sizes was suggested). Schwartz is willing to meet with the sub- committee to assist with preparations. She will also forward a volunteer request to Foster once RAAC’s needs for the day’s events are determined. 2 Commissioner Wick volunteered to work on creating the illusion of a Victorian town around the Steeple Center for the event. He and Commissioner Eichten will ask the choir teachers about carolers or costumes. NEW BUSINESS Roundtable Discussion Commissioner Dennis reported that September 29, 2013 the Warrior 196 Memorial 5K will be held beginning at 9:00 a.m. at Rosemount High School. Warrior 196 Memorial Trust is a scholarship fund created to honor the memory of former School District 196 students who, as soldiers, died in service to our country. Foster will forward information to Commissioners. Commissioner Norder expressed concern that the Front Porch, while a great resource, may be misunderstood by visitors and residents. Council members Weisensel and Shoe-Corrigan explained that in lieu of having a Chamber of Commerce, it provides the City with a welcome center providing information about local and area businesses and events. Rocking chairs were added to symbolize a front porch and to provide a welcome the community. The relationship between RAAC and the City was explained, as well as that the current “sandwich board” signage will change with the development of the senior housing complex. Shoe-Corrigan also explained that during the planning stages of the senior housing development, the Youth Commission may have the opportunity to give input to the City Council as to what they would like to see included in an inter-generational activity center which will be included in the plans. Commissioner Schalliol shared that the winter swing dance is great opportunity and is also excited for the upcoming tree lighting. Foster brought two recent Rosemount news items to the Commissioners attention. Dog bites and leash laws; recently there have been a number of incidents, and a recent arrest for criminal sexual activity; which targeted area youth online. Community help is always important in prevention, reporting, and education. It was requested that Commissioners think of ways to educate youth on safety issues, including social media, for the September meeting and Foster will invite Chief Werner to attend. Also requested, the Commissioners determine which City departments they would like to tour at upcoming meetings. The tours will occur prior to meetings, beginning in October. Weisensel reminded commissioners to ask classmates for ideas or concerns they may have about the community and bring them to the Youth Commission Meetings. Reminding the Commissioners, they don’t need to have solutions or answers, but be willing to present concerns to the Commission for discussion. REPORTS 8.a. Commission Member Reports None. 8.b. Next Meeting Date The next meeting of the Youth Commission is scheduled for September 25, 2013 at 3:45 p.m. at City Hall. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to discuss, it was moved by Commissioner Eichten and seconded 3 by Commissioner Neuens that the meeting be adjourned. The motion carried unanimously and the meeting was adjourned at 4:50 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Jean Harrington Recording Secretary 4