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1989 Spring
You are Mayor to spon's Ball will be held this month to raise funds for charities of the dancers' own choosing. All Cottage Grove residents are invited to attend. The dance will be held at 8 p.m. Saturday, March 11, in the Red Barn, VFW Post 8752, 9260 Pt. Douglas Rd. Music will be provided by "The Vari- atiens." Cottage Grove Mayor Richard Pederson and his wife Maxine are co- chairing the dance. Arrangements will be handled by the Cottage Grove Pageant Committee. According to Dance coordinators Ron and Sue Bargsten, each guest will fill out a ticket naming his or her favorite charity. 'I between the two c frequently. Cost will be tax deductible. Rc in advance to Ric] Pederson, 8027 H Grove, or to Ron; 7836Ivystone Av ✓11 1 /" will be split named most >erson, and is as may be sent a variety of door prizes. "This will be a community event with the proceeds going to charity," Sue Bargsten said. "Do Borne -- have some fun and meet new people, and help out two charities at the same time!" McGruff House program offers emergency help A McGruff House is a home manned by a responsible resident adult providing a temporary haven for children who face an emergency, whether it be a bully, kidnapper, or would -be molester. To become a member of this program, you must be 21 years old, not convicted of any serious criminal offenses and willing submit - g to sub t to a law enforcement records check. After your application is reviewed and accepted you will be issued an 11x17 McGruff poster to be placed in your window. It is not necessary for you or your spouse to be home during school hours because a need for refuge is not just an 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. problem. As a McGruff House member you would offer medical assistance only in extreme emergency, and in all cases you are asked to contact the Police Depart- ment Members are asked to assist police by reporting suspicious persons and situations and are NOT asked to provide food or toilet facilities to children. Only in rare emergencies would you be asked to provide medical first aid. We most of all do not ask you to change your lifestyle. The Cottage Grove Department of Public Safety asks that you care by becoming a member of this program. Call 458 -2850 for information. Department of Public Safety POSTAL PATRON Carrier Route Presort Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID Permit No. 1 Cottage Grove, MN 55016 • _ •• _ ;+c ,0 0011!11 ME, Open: 8:00 - 4:30 M -F .....458.2800 Police Non - Emergency ..458 -2811 Police, Fire & Emergency .......911 Police Administration ....458 -2850 Building Inspections ...... 458.2804 Mayor .................Richard Pederson City Council....... Jack Denzer, Lyle .... Puppe, Kevin Raun, Jill Seacrist Acting City Administrator .......... Dennis Cusick Acting Police Chief James Kinsey Fire Chief ................Denis Erickson Public Works ............ Les Burshten Parks and Recreation ..........John Fredrickson Arena Manager.. ....... .Tim Johnson Building Official . Everett Anderson Editor .........................Margo Doten 1988 ano l er record year for City housin ; -siness development Permits were issued for more than 200 new homes and a variety of indus- trial and retail developments last year, according to a year -end report from the Cottage Grove Planning Department. The department issued a total of 224 single- family dwelling permits and six permits for multi - family buildings that will have a total of 180 dwelling units. This compares to 273 unattached dwelling permits issued for 1987, and an average of 174 such permits in 1984 -86. New residential subdivisions that were started in 1988 included Heritage Estates (Phase II), Pinetree Pond East 6th and 7th Additions, Vantage Point Third, Jamaica Ridge Second, East Parkview, Felde, Highlands Third, and River Oaks Additions. Applications are pending for other projects scheduled to begin construction in 1989. These include 80th Place Addition, 80th Plats. West, Sandy Hills Fifth, Deer Ran Estates, and Ridgewood Third. Approximately 300 new lots are represented by these new plats. In the commercial/industrial category, site plan approvals were given by the City Council for the following projects: Hatcher Services building, completed in December 1988 on Jamaica west of Highway 61 Texaco convenience store/ motor fuel station at Jamaica just east of 61 (expected to start construction in early spring) a retail plaza known as Jamaica Point, also at Jamaica and 61 (expected to start in early spring) Wolcott Insurance remodeling Acorn Mini Storage expansion (Construction now underway to provide approximately 44,600 square feet of additional individual rental space) Total value of 1988 construction in the City of Cottage Grove, based on building permit values, was a record $31,421,285. Permits issued in 1987, also a record year, had a total value of $30,198,517. Chief Cusick named Acting City Administrator Public Safety Director Dennis Cusick has been named Acting City Ad- ministrator for Cottage Grove after a series of City Council meetings relating to city management. Cusick has been employed by the city since 1982 as Public Safety Director. Captain James Kinsey was ap- pointed Acting Chief of Police for the duration of Cusick's new appointment. Kinsey started with the Cottage Grove Police Force as a member of the Police Reserve in 1971, and was hired as a Police Officer in 1974. He was pro- moted to Patrol Sergeant in 1980 and to Captain in 1983. Formes City Clerk /Administrator Carl Meissner resigned on Feb. I after 27 years with the city. His resignation followed the departure of three top - ranking long -term staff members last year, and the decisions by the city's newly - appointed Directors of Planning and Finance to seek new employment, one after two weeks on the job and the other just before starting his new position. i Inside..CG Reports ,I Household hazardous waste day ...2 Park improvements ........................3 New city employees...... .....4 i Grey Cloud lime kiln ..: .....5 i Garden space ..... ..............................7 Mayor's Charity Ball .....................8 City News City Memo Board Mayor's Corner by Mayor Dick Pederson controversies which continue to grab headlines. A small but serious hazardous waste problem may be stored in our garages, basements, even under our sinks. For this reason the City of Cottage Grove, with the aid of Washington County, has decided to organize and conduct a Household Hazardous Waste Cleanup Day sometime this summer (date to be announced) at our Public Works facility. We are proud to say that this will be the first program of its kind to be held in Washington County. When a firm date is decided, you will be notified with all the information necessary to participate in the program. A number of common household chemicals can become hazardous wastes when they are no longer needed or usable and are thrown out with the garbage. Pesticides, motor oil, paint thinners, and some household cleaners contain some of the same hazardous chemicals found in industrial wastes. Basic categories of household hazardous waste include: * painting, building chemicals * garden pest and weed killers * auto supplies * hobby and craft chemicals This is a partial listing of items that will be acceptable. A full and detailed list will follow. If you have any of these products, don't throw them away now; wait for Household Hazardous Waste Day. Every day, literally tons of these chemicals are washed down drains or dumped into the trash - and eventually into landfills. Discarded hazardous household chemicals pose potential dangers to trash haulers, may explode or burn in landfills or garbage trucks, and may contaminate groundwater under landfills. Pouring them down the drain is not a solution either. Some substances are bio- degradable and can be treated in waste water plants; others like petroleum and turpentine do not break down, and get through the treatment plant into the river. The proposed Household Hazard- ous Waste Day is our way of reducing some of this contamination. Once again, you will be notified of the date, along with a list of items accepted. We expect to have a large turnout Hope to see you there! (This month's column was written by Les Burshten, Director, Cottage Grove Public Works Department.) As the world changes, so must we in Cottage Grove. I'm talking about changes in the way we dispose of our trash and garbage. We no longer will be able to take all our solid wastes, place them in our trash cans once a week and expect our hauler to dispose of them as we have in the past Our environment cannot be expected to absorb this waste without all of us suffering from the effects. If steps are not taken now, there will be a much greater impact on the world of our children and grandchildren. The problem with hazardous waste is not only the major industrial compa- nies with waste disposal and cleanup Annual Spring Cleanup drive set for April 29 - May 7; items may be brought to Public Works Garage The annual Spring Cleanup drive in Cottage Grove will Like place April 29 through May 7. A drop -off site will be provided at the Public Works Garage, 8635 W. Pt. Douglas Rd., for the following items: furniture appliances water heaters The drop -off site will not be able to Like these items: manure building/constuction materials non - domestic waste tires or batteries papers mattresses There will be a monitor at the site. Please follow the drop -off schedule when bringing your items in: Saturdays, Sundays (April 29-30, May 6 -7) ....................9 - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday (May 1 -5) ..............................7 a.m. - 9 p.m. REMINDER: brush, leaves, and grass clippings may be brought to the compost site located at 95th Street South and Jamaica Avenue. Composting site to open in April The City of Cot ago Grove is concerned about existing landfill space that will be used up in a short period of time. We produce a lot of waste and are running out of places to put it. One way in which the city is helping with this problem is by making a compost site available on a city -wide scale. It is located at 95th Street and Jamaica Avenue. The site will open in April (watch for a flyer to be mailed this spring for exact date). The spring hours will be as follows: Wednesdays ............1:30 - 6 p.m. Saturdays, Sundays 9 - 4:30 p.m. Residents have been bringing leaves and grass clippings to the site for the last four years and there is now compost material available for vegetable and Flower gardens, lawns, trees, or potting soil mixtures. Compost is considered to be an excellent soil conditioner because it helps build soil. Finished compost will be available south of 95di Street on Jamaica - Once buried, leaves, grass clip- pings, and weed trimmings have no value and merely take up precious space in landfills. By utilizing the compost site, yard waste is not a waste, but a resource! If you have questions concerning the compost site in Cottage Grove, please contact the Public Works Department, 458 -2808. Youth tutors needed A special tutorial program has been established for first and second graders attending Crestview School in Cottage Grove. Tutors are being sought. The South Communities Counseling Services, in cooperation with the District 833 Community Education program, will train high school and junior high school students to work with the Crestview children on a one -to -one basis. Coordinators of the program are Shari Hinzman at Crestview or Tom Peichel at SCCS. Please call 458 -2869 if you are interested in being a tutor. Water use rules continue Cottage Grove water customers are reminded that Cottage Grove maintains a year -round restriction on lawn and garden sprinkling. The ordinance limits sprinkling to even - numbered days for properties with even - numbered addresses, and odd - numbered days for properties with odd - numbered addresses. Violation of the ordinance is a petty misdemeanor and violators are subject to a fine of up to SIW. If all residents observe this restric- tion, we expect no problems in maintain- ing an adequate water supply for all areas of the city. Free garden space Garden plots located near the Ash- land Oil Company Tank Farm will be available to all residents again this year. Public Works Department employ- ees will plow the plots in the spring, and then gardeners will Like care of their own gardens. The plots are 30'x 30'. Residents must call the department at 458 -2808 to reserve a plot. Persons who had gardens last year may request the same plots this year. They will be given first choice of these plots until April 1. After April 1, remaining plots will be assigned on a first -come, first - served basis. Swimming pools The Public Works department has received several inquiries concerning the use of fire hydrants for filling swimming pools. Unfortunately for pool owners, all requests to use fire hydrants must be denied. There are several reasons to deny such requests: • only licensed Waterworks Opera- tors may perform work on public water systems • there is no way to measure (and bill) the water used • cross - connections between public water systems and private systems are strictly prohibited • the cost of two workers, a vehicle, and equipment would exceed 5200 per pool • rusty or brown water may result. Street light wires Persons who have street lights located on their side of the street are asked to call the Public Works Depart- ment, 458 -2808, to find out where the street light wiring is Located before placing anything in the ground that could sever or damage the wires (mailboxes, signs, etc). Planting When planting a new tree, dig a hole larger than the tree's roots. Fill the hole with good soil. Make certain there are no air pockets around the roots. Water the new tree slowly, making certain the soil takes all it can. If the tree is more than 1 -3/4 inches in diameter or is heavily branched, be sure to brace it. Bracing When bracing a new or existing tree, be certain that the rope or wire does not touch the tree directly. The tree will grow around the wire and cause a weak spot or choke the upper area of the tree. Pass the wire or rope through a piece of old hose or use an old nylon sock around the tree. Even that can grow into a tree, so check often. Watering It pays to water deeply when watering new or existing trees. This will encourage deep root development, aiding the stability of the tree. The tree will also be less drought sensitive. Deep watering is easiest with a root feeding attachment on the hose. Running a hose or soaker at low volume for several hours will also work. Too much water can be as bad for a tree as no water at all. Watering daily will cause the roots to die. Heavy soils shouldn't be watered more often than once a week. Trees in sandy soils can be, watered twice a week. Residents who have questions about elms in their wood piles or who have sick - looking elm trees should contact the City Forester at 458 -2808. Spring '89 Every spring brings on the urge to build. Good pluming always assures the best results on any selected project. The Building Inspection Department would like to remind all city residents that obtaining permits is a necessary part of your plans. The city requires permits for projects such as storage sheds, decks, pools, additions to a structure, garages, total re- roofing, and siding. All fences require a non -fee permit. Remember to call the local cable and gas companies for locations of buried lines and cables prior to construction. Your phone call can eliminate damage to these utilities and prevent construction delays. Code related .ielp is available upon request. Call the Building Department at 458 -2800 on weekdays between 8 and 4:30. Jim Beane, Building inspector • Looking Bac by Robert C. Vogel City Historic Preservation Officer (Sixth in the series of articles about Cottage Grove's historic sites and landmarks.) The historic Grey Cloud Lime Kiln can best be seen from the Grey Cloud Channel, a backwater of the Mississippi River. The most suitable plan is to go by canoe, putting in at the Grey Cloud Park public access and going up the Grey Cloud Slough, under the iron bridge, then north a little way up the narrow, crooked channel between Cottage Grove and Grey Cloud Township. There, resting on a bedrock outcrop opposite Upper Grey Cloud Island, is a massive stone structure measuring approximately 20 feet square at its base, rising about 35 feet in height. Architecturally, the Grey Cloud kiln is of the early vernacular wood- burning type, constructed of hewn limestone blocks with three keystone arch open- ings in the base and an interior fire chamber fined with brick. Because of its massive construction, the kiln is virtually indestructible: a few limestone blocks may be missing from the top of the chimney, and some of the interior firebricks (which bear the imprint of the Laclede Fire Brick Manufacturing Company of St. Louis, Missouri) have been loosened aid removed, but otherwise the kiln is just as the operator left it after its last lime- burning. In fact, the last load of lime was never taken out and fills the, fire chamber to a height of more than six feet. The Grey Cloud kiln is a relic of a bygone era it is a sort of industrial fossil that provides us with important clues as to early settlement and development in the Grey Cloud area, where limestone quarrying has played a small but important part in the local economy since the middle of the l9th century. From historical records, it would appear that the Grey Cloud kiln was in operation by the Territorial Period (1849 - 1858). Besides making quicklime for mortar, lime was used for fertilizing fields: liming fields was a common agricultural practice well into the 20th century. Because there is only a handful of masonry buildings in the immediate area, we surmise that the lime produced at Grey Cloud was used mainly for agricultural fertilizer, rather than for making quicklime. The use of lime was a necessary part of farming locally, where soils are - highly acidic. Agricultural lime (not to be confused with pulverized limestone) promotes crop production by supplying calcium, which corrects soil acidity, and by furnishing other important plant nutrients. Lime making, even if it aspired to producing nothing more than agricul- tural fertilizer, was no mean undertak- ing. It called for skilled operators, facilities for quarrying and transporting Limestone, and, perhaps most important, extensive fuel supplies. Lime kilning was a notably wood- hungry activity, probably requiring several cords' worth of wood for each load of lime. The Mississippi River, with its low -lying islands and myriad backwaters, offered plentiful supplies of wood, both in the form of standing timber and driftwood. However, there is evidence which suggests that a serious fuel shortage may have developed by the final decades of the 19th century, when the demands of wood - burning steamboats and land - clearing farmers caused widespread deforestation along the river. After the fire chamber was filled with wood, the kiln was filled with chunks of limestone. The source of the stone burnt in the kiln was the, thick beds of crumbly, pitted, and pockmarked sedimentary rocks of St. Lawrence formation found along the bluffs overlooking the Mississippi. Because the damming of the river in the 1930's raised water levels at Grey Cloud more than six feet, some of the old borrow pits are no doubt underwater. The kiln was top - loaded, with the limestone dumped down the chimney on top of the fuel. The top of the kiln was approached by a wooden ramp that ran out from the top of the bluff (the deteriorated timbers protruding from the upper mar wall of the kiln are still visible), across which the kiln operator hauled wheel barrows full of lime rock. When the kiln had been fully loaded, the furnace was started by lighting the fuel stacked in the fire chamber. The fire was drawn up around the lime and vented through the massive chimney. Once started, the kiln worked something like a blast furnace and burned for days, until the limestone rubble had been reduced to a gritty powder, which was then shoveled out and packed in barrels. The Grey Cloud Lime Kiln was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the Minnesota Historical Society in 1978, and is also listed in the City Register of Historic Sites and Landmarks. 11 •1i. .."Y. An ordinance regulating the use of skateboards within the city has been passed by the Cottage Grove City Council and is now in effect. Skateboards, roller skis, roller skates /roller blades are prohibited from use on any roadway, street, or parking lot within any area of the city zoned as commercial or industrial. The use of skateboards, roller skis, roller skates/ rollerblades is also prohibited on any roadway having a speed limit in excess of 30 miles per hour. The use of skateboards, roller skis, roller skates /roller blades is authorized in all other areas of the city. However, when used on public roadways, they must be operated in accordance with the Minnesota state, statutes regulating the operation of bicycles. Copies of the ordinance may be obtained from City flail. City to celebrate local history May 14 -20 The city of Cottage Grove will celebrate its heritage during the city's seventh annual Local history Week, May 14 -20. "Private Lives, Public History" is the theme for this year's Local History Week program, which will feature a public lecture, a display of historic artifacts and photographs at the Park - Grove Library, and a local history essay contest, as well as other events open to the public. For further information, please contact Robert Vogel, City Historic Preservation Officer, at City Hall, 459 -8768. Parks department . to four parks, ice arena, municipal po*3 Improvements planned for Cottage Grove parks in 1989 have been outlined by the Parks and Recreation Department and approved by the Cottage Grove City Council. The changes will affect Hamlet, Hemingway, Oakwood, and Pine Tree Valley Parks, plus the Ice Arena and the Municipal Pool. Some improvements are already underway, and others will be started as weather permits, according to John Fredrickson, Parks Department director. Planned improvements are as follows: • a new roof will be added to the Ice Arena (started Jan., 1989); • new hockey boards will be purchased for the Ice Arena; • sun shelters will be installed at Hamlet Park and the Lamar Fields; • new play equipment will be installed in Hemingway Park; • new basketball standards will be installed at Hamlet Park; • the multi -use courts at Hamlet Park and Pine Tree Valley Park will undergo needed improve merits; • a new chemical feed system will be installed to the wading pool to better monitor its chemical needs; a park master plan will be prepared for Oakwood Park Fredrickson said the master plan for Oakwood Park will be prepared in conjunction with final planning and site preparation for the HRA multi-use housing to be constructed adjacent to the park. Groundbreaking for that complex is expected in early spring. Fredrickson said the city has also applied for a "Celebrate Minnesota 1990" grant to fund certain improve- ments to Oakwood Park. Improvements requested under the grant include a large picnic shelter, a large play structure, tables and grills, and permanent restrooms, The city will be notified in early spring if it has been approved for the grant, which was set up by the Minnesota legislature to help beautify the state before it hosts the Olympic Festival in 1990. Walk in woods June 24 What's green, adventuresome, healthy, and tasty? Woods walking in Cottage Grove! On Saturday, June 24, the Recrea- tion Department is planning a walk at Cottage Grove Ravine Regional park. The starting time will be between 9 and 10 a.m. To top off the morning, walkers will be served refreshments upon completion of the walk. Program cost will be $1.50. For more information, call 458 -2834. Grey Cloud Lime Kiln mom James Smith was a police officer for several years for the City of Cannon Falls. He joined the Cottage Grove Police Department in January. Amy Stone Weinmann went to Park High School and the Minneapolis Business College, and now works as the Administrative Secretary to the City Administrator. ,Joe Long was hired this year as a maintenance worker for the Parks Department. He is a resident of Cottage Grove, and graduated from River Falls State University. ,Jim Beane was hired last summer as a Building Inspector. Prior to his employment with the city he was the owner /operator of Beacon Builders, and before that worked for the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission. Thomas Ueland was appointed to the Cottage Grove Police Department in October, 1988. He is a graduate of Lakewood Community College and the University of Minnesota with an Associate Degree in Law Enforcement and a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Marketing. Recycling is easy at Donation Centers Cottage Grove residents interested in recycling can drop off a number of items at their nearby Goodwill/Easter Seal Attended Donation Center. The Cottage Grove center is located at Cottage Square Mall, 80th and Hadley, and is open during these hours: Monday - Sunday ..............9 - 5 p.m. Monday - Sunday (after Daylight ..... Savings Time begins) ....10 - 6 p.m. Goodwill/Easter Seal Centers were created to decrease the use of landfills and promote the re -use of recyclable materials. The attended semi- trailers accept donations of aluminum cans, clean glass (brown, green, or clear) and newspaper. The centers also accept usable furniture, small appliances, housewares, and clothing. Goodwill/Easter Seal's guideline for usable donations is "Give us what you would pass along to a friend.." Proceeds from the sale of donated goods help support Goodwill/Easter Seal nonprofit job training and placement programs for disabled and disadvan- taged people. RSVP seeks volunteers The Retired Senior Volunteer Prograin helps persons age 60 and over explore volunteer positions in Washing- ton, Dakota, and Ramsey Counties. More than 150 non- profit agencies have openings available in public, educa- tional, cultural, and human service areas. Each volunteer's skills and interests are carefully matched to the needs of in organization. If you have a few hours a week to help others, call the Retired Senior Volunteer Program at 221 -2820. Crime Watch A University of Minnesota study indicates that citizens feel Iaw enforcement's primary concern should be the prevention of residential burgla- ries. The answer is an active Neighbor- hood Crime Watch Program. For information on how your neighborhood can get organized, call 458 -2850. This is an opportunity for you to help Cottage Grove prevent crime. Together we can keep Cottage Grove a safe place to live. Water flushing schedule set for April 3 - May 26 Good water quality and customer service are primary city goals. To protect the quality of the water supply, the Public Works Department will flush the water mains west of Highway 61 between April 3 and 28, and cast of Highway 61 from April 17 to May 26. Mains are flushed when the water hydrants are opened, creating a turbu- lence in the lines and suspending the deposits in the water. The rapid flow of water removes mineral deposits that tend to accumulate in the lines. Discolored and/or odorous water is normal during flushing. This water is safe to drink, but you may want to check for signs of discoloration before using this water to wash clothes. To speed the process of getting rid of discolored water, open all cold water taps in your home and let the water run for 15 to 30 minutes. Flushing the toilet several times will also help. If emergency situations occur, such as loss of service, broken pipes, etc., please contact the Public Works Department at 458 -2808. Reminder to owners of sump pumps and pools - this water cannot be introduced into floor drains or any fixtures attached to the sanitary sewer system. City of Cotta Grove Minnesota Teens Teens Tens Teens in Action is a community based program designed to provide social action and recreational opportunities for young people. If you are interested in working with this group, or you have some program suggestions, please give us a call: Terry Creegan, 458 -2847; Diane Evans, 458 -2834. Upcoming Programs (Watch for details at school and in the Washington County Bulletin) Donkey Basketball Game: April 26, 7:30 - 10 p.m., Park Senior High Junior High Broomball Tournament: March 10 -11, Cottage Grove Ice Arena Junior High St. Pat's Day Splash Dance: March 17,7-9 p.m., Woodbury Senior High; transportation provided from Oltman Junior High. $3.00 pre - registration; 54.00 at door. Horseback Riding Trip: April 21. High school students are encouraged to join the Recreation Department as we head off to Windy Ridge Ranch. Mark Ward, instructor and owner of the ranch, will teach us how to groom, tack, and properly ride our horses. The day promises to be both educational and fun. Cost: $19.00 Class size: 10 -12 Times: Class I: 10 a.m. - noon. Bus pickup: 9:45 a.m., Cottage Grove City Hall Class II: 12:30 -2:30 p.m. Bus pickup: 12:15 p.m., City Hall Deadline for registration: April 13. Junior High Fun Night: April 28. The Recreation Depart- ment is hosting a fun night at Oltman Junior High. Watch for details at school and through the Washington County Bulletin. It's gonna be a blast! Parks 8 Skala Skala Skala Indoor Ice Arena Skating Schedule (Good through March 22) General Skating: $1.50 per skater (free for season ticket holders) Wednesdays ..... ............................6 -7 p.m. Sundays ........ ......................1:30 -2:30 p.m. Family Skating: $1.50 per skater (free for season ticket holders) -2834 Fridays ..... ............................ .... 6 -7:30 p.m. Sundays ....... .....................12:30 -1:30 p.m. Figure Skater Practice: $2.50 per skater ($1.50 for season ticket holders) Tuesdays ... ..............................4 -5:30 p.m. Thursdays .. ..............................4 -5:30 p.m. Annual Spring Ice Show "Rockin' at the Hard Ice Arena" Show Times Saturday, April 1 .... ...........................7:30 p.m. Sunday, April 2 ....... ...........................2:30 p.m. Cost: $2 per person (Kids 12 and under free) TCM Summer Hockey League The Ice Arena will again be offering its Summer Hockey League for Squirt and Peewee aged youngsters. It is a non - teaching, non - competitive type league designed to keep the skaters on the ice in an organized manner during the summer. Teams will be formed in June and league games will be played in July and August. Information and a registration blank can be obtained from the Arena (458- 2845) after May 1. COTTAGE GROVE PARKS & RECREATION 7516 80TH ST. S. COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA 55016 PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF Director John Fredrickson ........... .......................458 -2828 Parks Superintendent Wilmer Holz ..................458 -2808 Ice Arena Manager Tim Johnson .......... .... ........ 458 -2845 Recreation Supervisor Diane Evans .................458 -2834 Secretary Kay Wilcox ................ ........................458 -2800 The Recreation Department is working hard to keep you informed of recreational opportunities for you and your family. For current recreational information after 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, dial 458 -2834. The recorded message will inform you of new programs, bus pick -up times, program or event changes, and other special activities. Recreational information is also available on Cable TV, Channel 12. Dear Resident, The Cottage Grove Parks and Recreation Department strives to provide a safe, comprehensive, and stimulating program of leisure activities for you, the residents of Cottage Grove. We depend on community input to give us direction for developing and improving our programs. The Parks and Recreation Department invites all resi- dents who have questions or suggestions on park develop- ment or leisure activities to contact us. We will be more than happy to meet with you to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Sincerely, Cottage Grove Parks and Recreation Staff PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION Robert Vogel, Chairperson ..................... ___ .... 459 -8768 Michael Bestler ... .... ... ...... ..... ......... .................... 459 -7809 Jon Cheney..... ....... ....... ....... - ........ 459-7449 Sandra Lee Davis ........................ ............ ... ...... ..458 -1628 Gary Golusky ... ...... .... ...... ....... ........................... 459 -1271 Joseph Schnide .... ............................................... 459 -4488 Need a job? Like working with youth? We've got the perfect job for you! The Recreation Department is accepting applications for playground supervisors, water safety instructors, life guards, pool basketroom attendants, and con- cession stand workers. You can pick up an application at City Hall. The application deadline is April 7, 1989. If you need more information, call 458 -2834. We need you if ... ...you are an adult interested in earning some extra cash. The Recreation Department is looking for: adults interested in instructing golf, tennis, tumbling, karate, dance, archery, aerobics, art, or other classes and programs. adults interested in officiating basketball, broombali, softball, soccer, and volleyball. Call 458 -2834 for more information. The Parks Commission meets on the first Monday of each month, 7 p.m. at City Hall. The Commission advises the City Council on all matters concerning parks, recreation, and natural resources. Residents are invited to attend these meetings to ask questions or offer suggestions. The meetings are broadcast live on Cable TV, Channel 12. Parks 1 INF• INFO 1 F0 REG STRATIO•N I FO r• r.. tZ . You can mail your registration: Complete the Cottage Grove registration form provided below, or write the necessary information on a piece of paper include program fee. Checks should be payable to City of Cottage Grove. Or, stop by City Hall and register in person. Remember to register prior to program deadlines. A minimum number of registrations is required for each program. If the number is not met, full refunds will be issued. How can I get a refund? If a program is cancelled by the Recreation Department, you will receive a full refund. If you decide to cancel your registration, there will be a $5 service charge but the rest of your fee will be refunded. If the course fee is less than $5, the service charge will be the total fee. REGISTRATION FOR COTTAGE GROVE CITY PROGRAMS ONLY NAME ADDRESS PHONE: Home Work Please check type(s) of program(s) for which you are registering: _Recreation Activities _Swimming Lessons _Swimming Membership: Individual Family PARTICIPANT'S NAME Age Class/Progmm Time/Day Session Location _ Program Fee PARTICIPANT'S NAME _ Age Class/Program Time/Day Session Location Program Fee WAIVER AGREEMENT I agree to participate, or to allow my child to participate, in the program sponsored by the City of Cottage Grove. I understand that par- ticipation in the program is completely voluntary and that the program is being offered as an optional activity for the benefit of the participants and that there is no requirement to participate in the program. LIABILITY OF ACCIDENTS I agree that all activities undertaken by me or my child as part of the program are undertaken by me or my child at my or his/her sole risk and that the City of Cottage Grove shall not be liable for any claim, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of action whatsoever to myself or my child or my property or my child's property due to the passive or active negligence of the City of Cottage Grove, its agents, or employees arising out of or connected with my child's participation in or use or operation of equipment in this program and that I expressly forever release and discharge the City of Cottage Grove, its agents, or employees, from all such claims, demands, injuries, damages, actions, or causes of actions whatsoever. I understand that my signature is required before my, or my child's participation in this program is allowed. I have read this Agreement carefully and know and understand its contents. Si nature Date Parks 2 C AA GAA GAA CGAA G A Registrations 1989 Soccer registrations will be held at Grove Plaza on: Saturday, Feb. 25 .........................10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Wednesday, March 1 . .................... 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, March 4 ....................... 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Fees are: $12 Preschool/Kindergarten $17 Recreational League $60 Traveling League A late fee will be charged for those registering after March 4. Only Preschool/Kindergarten registrations will be accepted after March 17. For more information contact Jackie Menne at 459 -0762. Traveling Team Tryouts All player selections will be held the weekend of April 8 -9. (Rainout dates are the following weekend.) General Membership Meeting: 8 p.m. March 23, First Minnesota Savings Bank, 7200 E. Pt. Douglas Rd. Programs Offered Boys - Baseball Girls - Softball Co -Ed T Ball ...... Ages 5 -6 Pitchbalt ...................7 -8 Peewee ...... ......... 9 -10* Little League Minors 11 -12 Little League Majors I -12 Classic - 7th Grade ....... 13 Classic - 8th Grade .......14 Classic - 9th Grade .......15 Metro League ..........13 -15 * 10- year -olds may try out for Little League, but I1- and 12- year-olds will have priority. Co-Ed T Ball ...... Ages 5 -6 Pachbalf .. .... ........ .... 7 -8 Peewee .................9 -10 Minors ........ ....... 11 -12 Majors ___ .... ...13 -14 Class "A" Majors ....16 -19 Traveling Teams ... ..13 -14 ..........15 -16 ..........17 -19* * through ASA eligibility Tryouts Little League Majors .................. ..........................April 6 -8 Little League Minors .............. ..........................April 13 -15 Metro League ........................ ...........................April 24 -26 Classic Grades 7, 8, 9 .......... ............................... April 20 -22 Girls' Traveling Teams ........... ..........................April 10 -12 Girls' Majors, Class °A" Majorss ....................April 24 -27 Registration Information - Baseball/Softball Division Registration will be held on Saturday, March 4, and Satur- day, March 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Grove Plaza and Cottage Square Shopping Centers. Registration will also be held on Wednesday, March 15, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Grove Plaza Shopping Center only. Registration will be $16 per child, with the exception of T- Bali which is $10 per child. There will be additional charges for late registration, traveling teams, and for those players who choose not to sell candy. All boys who will be 5 years or older by Aug. 1 and girls who will be 5 years or older by Sept. I are eligible to play. Binh certificates will be required for any player who did not register for the 1988 season. You must bring the birth certificate and show it when you register your child. Candy Sale The annual candy sale will be held May 6 -27, 1989. This is the only fundraiser for the Baseball /Softball Division. All players are expected to sell a certain amount of candy and prizes are awarded for levels over the initial amount. Registration fees do not cover all expenses for each player, so any players choosing not to sell candy must pay an addi- tional fee to cover their expenses. Further details on the candy sale will be announced at a later date. All Players Day All Players Day will be held June 23 and 24 at Hamlet Park. Candy sale prizes will be distributed there on June 24. Volunteers needed'. The CGAA is an all- volunteer organization. Our children's athletic programs are only as good as we are willing to make them. Volunteers are urgently needed to be coaches, assistant coaches, umpires, commissioners, field and equipment managers, fundraisers, and administrators, and to help with concessions, special events, publicity, and odd jobs. Please don't assume "someone else will do it." No experience is needed. Training and assistance are readily available. Anyone willing to help should call: Wayne Koerner, Baseball/Softball Division President, 459 -0930 Mike McReynolds, Softball Commissioner 459 -9739 Tim Zwetow, Baseball Commissioner, 459 -9659 All coaches and umpires must be certified again this year. Coaches and umpires will be trained if not experienced. Dates for coaching and umpiring clinics (required for certification of new applicants) will be announced at a later date. Parks 7 S IM SWIM S IM W1M W1M WIM The outdoor swimming pool is a great place to host a party. Rental times: Weekdays 9.11 p.m. Weekends 8 -noon, 9 -11 p.m. Rental fees: $35 per hour (minimum of one hour). This Parks 6 includes 2 lifeguards and provides for up to 40 participants. Groups in excess of 40 participants shall require additional guards at the rate of one guard per 20 participants. Additional guard: $10 per hour. In case of bad weather, the pool manager has the authority to cancel all parties. For more information on pool rental, call 458 -2834. LESSONS LE �S� ©7►(+ LE �S'�O�►IS LE ��07►N�+S The Windy Ridge Ranch in Woodbury offers riding lessons and leasing. Participants must provide their own transporta- tion. Beginning Riding Four one -hour classes: $40.00 Wednesdays: 5:15 -6:15 p.m. Saturdays: 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Beginning Riding Four two -hour classes: $64.00 Mondays: 4 -6 p.m. Fridays: 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Saturdays: 10 -Noon Intermediate and Advanced Lessons available. Call 436- 6557 for information. Schedule: March 1 -27 (4 weeks) April 1 -28 (4 weeks) May 1 -27 (4 weeks) If you would like to register for one of these classes, or would like more information, call Mark Ward at Windy Ridge Ranch, 436 -6557. Get into the swing of things: learn to play tennis. A profes- sional instructor will teach the forehand, backhand, serve, volley, game strategy, court positioning, and rules. All classes held at Park Senior High tennis courts. Students must bring their own racquets and marked tennis balls. Youth Beginning Tennis Four consecutive Wednesday classes April 19 -May 10,* 5:30-6:30p-m. Cost: $14 Place: Park Sr. High courts Class size: minimum 8; maximum 16 Registration deadline: April 14. Adult Beginning Tennis Four consecutive Wednesdays, April 19 -May 10,* 6:30 -8 p.m. Cost: $14 Place: Park Sr. High courts Class size: minimum 8; maximum 16 Registration deadline: April 14. * May 17 ... scheduled in case of a class cancellation. Do you want to learn how to play golf? Or do you need to sharpen your golfing skills? Either way, the Recreation Department has just the class for you. The beginner class will provide you with the skill and information needed to get you out on the course for a game of golf. The intermediate class will work on refining your golf skills. The Saturday class will be held at George's driving range. Youth Beginner Class (Ages 9- 15) * ..............5 -5:50 p.m. Adult Beginner Class* ..... ..............................6 -6:50 p.m. Youth/Adult Intermediate Class* ................7 -7:50 p.m. Place: Behind Ice Arena Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 25 -May 4; Saturday, May 6 ** Cost: $15 Class size: minimum 6, maximum 10 Registration Deadline: April 19 * Bring along a 7, 8, or 9 iron and a package of perforated plastic balls to the first class. ** Each golfer is responsible for range fee and transportation on Saturday. Parks 3 1989 SWIMMING LESSONS S CHEDUL E Session I - June 12 - June 23 9:00 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:00 Beginner I Beginner I Beginner I Tiny Tots Beginner I Beginner I Beginner H Tiny Tots Beginner II Beginner II Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Adv. Beginner Adv. Beginner Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Intermediate Swimmer Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Session II - June 26 - July 7 9:00 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:00 Beginner I Beginner I Beginner I Tiny Tots Beginner II Beginner I Beginner II Tiny Tots Beginner 11 Beginner II Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Adv. Beginner Adv. Beginner Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Intermediate Swimmer Tiny Tots Water Babies Toddlers Session III - July 10 - July 21 9:00 10:00 11:00 11:30 12:00 Beginner I Beginner I Beginner II Tiny Tots Beginner Il Beginner I Adv. Beginner Tiny Tots Intermediate Beginner II Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Adv. Beginner Adv. Beginner Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Intermediate Swimmer Toddlers Water Babies Tiny Tots Session IV - July 24 - August 4 9:00 10:00 11:00 11:30 12 :00 Beginner I Beginner I Beginner I Tiny Tots Beginner II Beginner I Beginner R Tiny Tots Beginner II Beginner II Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Adv. Beginner Adv. Beginner Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Tiny Tots Basic Rescue Swimmer Water Babies Tiny Tots Toddlers Session V - August 7 - August 18 9:00 10:00 11:00 Beginner I Beginner I Beginner I Beginner I1 Beginner II Beginner II Beginner II Adv, Beginner Intermediate Adv. Beginner Intermediate Tiny Tots Adv. Rescue Adv. Rescue Tiny Tots The outdoor swimming pool is a great place to host a party. Rental times: Weekdays 9.11 p.m. Weekends 8 -noon, 9 -11 p.m. Rental fees: $35 per hour (minimum of one hour). This Parks 6 includes 2 lifeguards and provides for up to 40 participants. Groups in excess of 40 participants shall require additional guards at the rate of one guard per 20 participants. Additional guard: $10 per hour. In case of bad weather, the pool manager has the authority to cancel all parties. For more information on pool rental, call 458 -2834. LESSONS LE �S� ©7►(+ LE �S'�O�►IS LE ��07►N�+S The Windy Ridge Ranch in Woodbury offers riding lessons and leasing. Participants must provide their own transporta- tion. Beginning Riding Four one -hour classes: $40.00 Wednesdays: 5:15 -6:15 p.m. Saturdays: 1:30 -2:30 p.m. Beginning Riding Four two -hour classes: $64.00 Mondays: 4 -6 p.m. Fridays: 5:30 -7:30 p.m. Saturdays: 10 -Noon Intermediate and Advanced Lessons available. Call 436- 6557 for information. Schedule: March 1 -27 (4 weeks) April 1 -28 (4 weeks) May 1 -27 (4 weeks) If you would like to register for one of these classes, or would like more information, call Mark Ward at Windy Ridge Ranch, 436 -6557. Get into the swing of things: learn to play tennis. A profes- sional instructor will teach the forehand, backhand, serve, volley, game strategy, court positioning, and rules. All classes held at Park Senior High tennis courts. Students must bring their own racquets and marked tennis balls. Youth Beginning Tennis Four consecutive Wednesday classes April 19 -May 10,* 5:30-6:30p-m. Cost: $14 Place: Park Sr. High courts Class size: minimum 8; maximum 16 Registration deadline: April 14. Adult Beginning Tennis Four consecutive Wednesdays, April 19 -May 10,* 6:30 -8 p.m. Cost: $14 Place: Park Sr. High courts Class size: minimum 8; maximum 16 Registration deadline: April 14. * May 17 ... scheduled in case of a class cancellation. Do you want to learn how to play golf? Or do you need to sharpen your golfing skills? Either way, the Recreation Department has just the class for you. The beginner class will provide you with the skill and information needed to get you out on the course for a game of golf. The intermediate class will work on refining your golf skills. The Saturday class will be held at George's driving range. Youth Beginner Class (Ages 9- 15) * ..............5 -5:50 p.m. Adult Beginner Class* ..... ..............................6 -6:50 p.m. Youth/Adult Intermediate Class* ................7 -7:50 p.m. Place: Behind Ice Arena Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays, April 25 -May 4; Saturday, May 6 ** Cost: $15 Class size: minimum 6, maximum 10 Registration Deadline: April 19 * Bring along a 7, 8, or 9 iron and a package of perforated plastic balls to the first class. ** Each golfer is responsible for range fee and transportation on Saturday. Parks 3 LEAGUES LEAGUES LEAGUES LEAGUES SWIM SWIM SWIM SWIM SWIM SWIM • season membership patch for individual, to be sewn on left comer of swim suit The Cottage Grove Recreation Department runs three Slow - pitch Softball Leagues: Women's League (BCD), Tuesday nights Men's Over -35 League, Thursday nights Men's Park Grove, M -W -F nights Note: $10 non- resident fee will be charged for all players who live outside of Cottage Grove. The Recreation Department is organizing tennis leagues for men and women. League play starts in early May and runs through late July. Participants will play league members once a week at the convenience of both players. If possible, league members will be placed into divisions according to their tennis skills. The Cottage Grove Municipal Pool will be open for the season on Saturday, June 10. The Recreation Department strives to maintain a safe, economical, and enjoyable swimming facility. Should you have any questions or concerns, please call 458 -2834. How to register for memberships Membership plans can be purchased at Cottage Grove City Hall through June 9. Beginning June 10, registrations will be taken at the outdoor pool from 1 to 8 p.m. To register your team you must complete the following by March 27,1989: The team registration form Pay $50 deposit Completion of these requirements will hold your place in the league. Teams must pay the remaining league balance and submit their team roster by April 27. If the balance is not paid by the April 27 deadline, the team will forfeit its $50 deposit and be dropped from the league. Organizational meetings for Softball Leagues will be held at Cottage Grove City Hall on Monday, March 27, 1989. Team managers and individuals looking for a team to join should attend. Women's League .......... ............................6 -7 p.m. Men's Over -35 League . ............................7 -8 p.m. Park Grove League ...... ............................8 -9 p.m. Couples interested in playing kittenball are enouraged to attend a league meeting at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 2, at the Red Bam, Cottage Grove VFW. The league is played on Sunday evenings from early May through July. If you have any questions or need more information, contact Wesley Parmett at 459 -5921 or Dave Stransky at 459 -5507. Parks 4 The league fee is $10. Registrations are being taken at Cottage Grove City Hall. You can stop by City Hall and register in person, or you can send your registration form through the mail. An organizational meeting has been scheduled for Monday, April 17. All league participants should attend. Women's League .... ..............................6 p.m. Men's League .......... ..............................7 p.m. On Tuesday evenings, the Recreation Department has reserved tee times at Cimmarron Golf Course for a couples' golf league. The league starts in May and runs through July. The course fee is payable each week directly to the golf course. The league has a limit of 12 couples, so register early. An organizational meeting has been set for 8 p.m. Monday, April 17, at City Hall. League fee is $10 per couple. You can stop by City Hall and register for this league in person, or send your registration through the mail. When can you swim? The pool is open seven days a week: Session 1: Open Swim ..........................1 -2:45 Session 2: Open Swim .................. ........ 3 -4:45 Session 3: Adult & Family ...................5 -6:45 Session 4: Open Swim ..........................7 -8:45 Why would the pool be closed? temperature of 60 degrees or colder rain and/or lightning insufficient number of swimmers mechanical or chemical problems We are sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. How much does it cost? Daily admission fee (per session): Main Pool :................ „..........$1 (Non - members)* ............ ...........................Free (Pool members) Baby Pool ... „ .................50 cents (Non - members* ............ ...........................Free (Pool members) *Once swimmers Leave the pool facility, they must pay to re- enter or have a season membership patch. Season membership plans are available for families and individuals. The season membership patches are non- transferable. Any violation, misrepresentation, or falsifica- tion will result in forfeiture. Lesson Fees First child in family ................ ............................$16 2nd child in family .............. ............................... $14 Each additional child .............. ............................$12 How to register for lessons You can register for swimming lessons at Cottage Grove City Hall through June 9. Beginning June 10, registrations will be accepted at the outdoor pool between 1 and 8 p.m. * *Special Notices ** Prior to May 1, swimming lesson registrations are available to Cottage Grove residents only. After May 1, lesson registrations are available to everyone. Prior to June 10, persons may register each family member for only one swimming class. Swim Lesson Requirements Water Baby .... .......................... ... .... ............... 6 -18 months, ........_ ..... .....................accompanied by adult Toddlers ............. .............................18 months - 3 years, ................ ..................... accompanied by adult Tiny 'rots .. .... .................. ...................._.......3 -5 year olds Beginner I ............. . ..... ........................6 yrs old or 4 It tall Beginner tI ............ ............................2nd attempt at Beg. I Basic Rescue .... .. ..... .......... ......................... 11 yrs or older Adv. Lifesaving .............. .............................15 yrs or older Normal Class Progression: Tiny Tot, Beginner I /Beginner II, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, Swimmer, Basic Rescue, Advanced Lifesaving. Family Membership ... $50 includes: parents and family members under the age of 18 unlimited swimming during regular swim session in main and baby pools June 10 through Aug. 27 Season membership patch for each individual, to be sewn on left corner of swim suit. Individual Membership ... $20 includes: individual only • unlimited swimming during regular swim sessions in main and baby pools June 10 through Aug. 27 * *Special Notices ** Water Baby, Toddler, Tiny Tot classes are 25 minutes long Tiny Tot classes are limited to 4 persons All other classes are limited to 8 persons • Rescue courses need minimum of 6 persons registered Parks 5