The Parks & Recreation Annual Report is published annually on the city's website. It provides a brief overview of Parks & Recreation programs, events, and spending throughout the year.
2023 PARKS & RECREATION ANNUAL REPORT
CITY OF CHANHASSEN 7700 Market Boulevard Chanhassen, MN 55317 952-227-1100
CONTENTS
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ELECTED OFFICIALS & STAFF
FAST FACTS
NEW IN 2023
PARK, TRAIL, & FACILITY PROJECTS
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FACILITIES
COMMUNITY EVENTS
SENIOR CENTER
RECREATION CENTER
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
ADULT PROGRAMS
ADAPTIVE RECREATION
PARK MAINTENANCE
PARTNERS & SPONSORS
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ELECTED OFFICIALS & STAFF MAYOR & CITY COUNCIL PARKS & RECREATION ADMINISTRATION City Council term year 2023
Elise Ryan, Mayor Haley Schubert, Councilmember Josh Kimber, Councilmember Mark von Oven, Councilmember Jerry McDonald, Councilmember
Laurie Hokkanen, City Manager Matt Unmacht, Assistant City Manager Jerry Ruegemer, Park & Recreation Director Priya Tandon, Recreation Manager Mitchell Czech, Recreation Supervisor Jodi Sarles, Recreation Center Manager Mary Blazanin, Senior Center Coordinator
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
PARKS & RECREATION MAINTENANCE
Karl Tsuchiya, Chair (Jan-Mar) Heather Markert, Vice Chair Don Vasatka, Commissioner, Chair (Apr-Dec)
Adam Beers, Park Superintendent Gary Berg, Park Foreman Rob Heinen, Park Operator II Jason Koehnen, Park Operator II John Wickenhauser, Park Operator II (Jan) Josh Hargrove, Park Operator I Kyle Brazil, Park Operator I Nick Jacobson, Park Operator I Ryan Fossen, Park Operator I (May - Oct) Nick Kopp, Park Operator I (Dec.)
Matt Kutz, Commissioner Jim Peck, Commissioner Dan Eidsmo, Commissioner
Scott Fischer, Commissioner (Jan-Mar) Rob Swanson, Commissioner (Apr-Dec) Scott Pharis, Commissioner (Apr-Dec) Alexandra Jerdee, Youth Commissioner (Jan-Aug) Nischay Pattanashetty, Youth Commissioner (Sept-Dec)
OUR MISSION
“The City of Chanhassen emphasizes parks, open space, trails, and recreation. The Parks & Recreation department strives to maintain and enhance the quality of life for Chanhassen residents through quality recreation programs, community events, trails, and facilities in the community. Chanhassen is a community for life, providing for today and planning for tomorrow.”
**The majority of the financial information included in this report should be substantially accurate. However, the economic data used in this report from the city’s General Ledger Accounting System is unaudited when this report is published and could be subject to adjustments up to the final issuance date of the city’s Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR).
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FAST FACTS 10 COMMUNITY EVENTS 80,000+ SPECIAL EVENT ATTENDEES 11,000+ SENIOR CENTER PARTICIPANTS 25,000+ RECREATION CENTER VISITORS
30 PARKS 70 MILES OF TRAILS 23 PICNIC SHELTERS 1 RECREATION CENTER 1 SENIOR CENTER 144 PARTNERSHIPS
13 FULL-TIME STAFF 65 PART-TIME & SEASONAL STAFF 15,000+ HOURS OF ATHLETIC GAMES & PRACTICES 500+ PROGRAMS OFFERED
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NEW IN 2023 G arden T ool S wap
Saturday, May 6 OVER 40 ATTENDEES
In partnership with Carver County Environmental Services, the first annual Garden Tool Swap was held at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. Twenty volunteers from Boy scout Troop 220, the Chaska, Chanhassen, & Minnetonka High School Key Clubs, and Green Corps took part in the event. Over 40 people dropped off 157 garden tools as part of the swap, and items remaining after the swap were brought to the Reuse Center to give away. A rtist P artnership : 4 th of J uly C elebration To celebrate the 40th anniversary of the annual 4th of July Celebration, Minneapolis-based artist Adam Turman was commissioned to design the 2023 event logo. The logo was featured in event branding and commemorative merchandise, and showcased the soul of the 4th of July event and Chanhassen community. 55+ A rts P rogramming G rows in 2023 Art, learning, and music programming at the Senior Center took center stage in 2023, with new classes and programs designed to increase music appreciation, game skills, and artistic talents. Classes and events included: » 1 - Intergenerational Summer Acrylic Painting (6 participants) » 1 - Holiday Centerpiece Workshop (14 participants) » 3 - Natural Dye Scarf Making (9 participants) » 5 - Mah Jongg 101 for Beginners (27 participants) » 8 - Pencil Art and Drawing (57 participants) » 21 - Community choir Performances featuring the Chan-o-laires (620 attendees) and Minneapolis LeaguAires (80 attendees)
S alsa D ancing L esson Thursday, July 20 OVER 400 ATTENDEES
T andem K ayak at L ake A nn After the successful addition of a tandem kayak to the Lake Ann Park watercraft rental operation in 2022, a canoe was replaced with a second new tandem kayak in 2023. This second tandem kayak saw 26 rentals and generated $645 in revenue. As part of the annual Summer Concert Series, a free salsa dancing lesson was offered in partnership with a performance by local Twin Cities salsa band, Salsa del Soul. Over 400 people attended the performance and salsa dance.
K ids ’ N ight O ut
Twenty kids aged 5-12 enjoyed an evening of activities at the Chanhassen Recreation Center. Kids’ Night activities featured gym games, crafts, a movie, and a pizza dinner. Friday, December 8
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PARK, TRAIL, & FACILITY PROJECTS LAKE ANN PARK PRESERVE PROJECT: ONGOING WORK
Beginning with the concept park plan developed in 2018, the city is fulfilling a fifty-year plan to preserve the forests and wetlands located between Lake Ann and Lake Lucy. Ongoing work was completed on this project in 2023, including concept plan adjustments, permitting work, and project funding research.
Grant funding received in 2023: $408,000
Minnesota DNR: $250,000 (local trail connection)
Great River Greening: $158,000 (invasive species removal)
CHANHASSEN RECREATION CENTER WALL PARTITION & AIR HANDLER REPLACEMENT Dividing wall partitions in the community rooms and six air handlers were replaced at the Chanhassen Recreation Center in 2023. The wall replacement project was completed on April 28, 2023, which allowed for more versatile use of the Rec Center community Space. Six air handlers were replaced at the Rec Center and Bluff Creek Elementary building between June 10 and June 30, which allowed for more efficient cooling of the Rec Center space.
WALL PARTITIONS: $34,066.70
AIR HANDLERS: $32,145.00 (City portion)
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2023 PARK & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) PARK EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT FUND: $190,000 » The Park Equipment Replacement Fund was established in 2019 as an annual fund to replace park amenities that are no longer serviceable. 2023 projects included a total reconstruct of the Lake Susan Park baseball field and new playground equipment at both South Lotus Lake Park and Sugarbush Park.
SOUTH LOTUS LAKE PARK
SUGARBUSH PARK
SOUTH LOTUS LAKE PARK
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FACILITIES The City of Chanhassen offers quality active and passive recreation opportunities by providing a variety of recreational spaces for people of all ages to enjoy in every season.
70 Miles of Trail
10 Pickleball Courts
30 Parks
4 Sand Volleyball Courts
29 Playgrounds
20 Soccer Fields
6 Community Parks
20 Youth Baseball/Softball Fields
24 Neighborhood Parks
5 Youth/Adult Baseball Fields
14 Preserves
3 Adult Softball Fields
1 Senior Center
5 Public Beaches
1 Recreation Center
10 Fishing Piers
445 Acres of Park Space
5 Boat Launches
693 Acres of Open Space
11 Seasonal Ice Rinks
23 Picnic Shelters
5 Sledding Hills
25 Basketball Courts
1 Disc Golf Course
16 Tennis Courts
1 Skate Park
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CHANHASSEN RECREATION CENTER 2310 COULTER BOULEVARD Built in 1995, the Chanhassen Recreation Center is a year- round facility that hosts over 25,000 patrons annually. Facilities at the Recreation Center include a single- court gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, meeting and party rooms, a conference room, two hockey rinks (winter), family rink (winter), warming house, tennis courts, pickleball courts, ball fields, and soccer fields. The Recreation Center hosts a wide variety of adult, senior, and youth programming and city-sponsored and external special events.
SENIOR CENTER 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD
Dedicated in 1992, the Senior Center provides educational and social activities, trips, and meeting spaces for active older adults ages 55+. The center includes two kitchenettes, a large group gathering and dining space, the Maple Corner for smaller groups and events, and a large workshop for wood carving projects.
SKATE PARK AT CITY CENTER PARK SNOWMELT-LATE FALL (WEATHER DEPENDENT)
The Skate Park at City Center Park is open snowmelt through late fall and hosts over 5,000 users annually. The facility provides a variety of permanent obstacles no larger than 48 inches for skateboards, scooters, bicycles, and in-line skates. The Skate Park was initially constructed in 1999 and was most recently refurbished in 2003.
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COMMUNITY PARKS LAKE ANN PARK 1456 W est 78 th S treet
CHANHASSEN RECREATION CENTER 2310 C oulter B oulevard Amenities include a single-court gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, meeting and party rooms, conference room, two outdoor hockey rinks (winter), family outdoor rink (winter), warming house, two tennis courts, six pickleball courts, ball fields, and soccer fields. » The Chanhassen Recreation Center hosts a wide variety of city programs and events including the Barnyard Boogie, Halloween Party, 55+ Senior Expo, and more. SOUTH LOTUS LAKE PARK 7610 S outh S hore D r Amenities include one basketball court, two tennis courts, one playground, picnic shelter, sledding hill, dock, and boat access.
Amenities include two picnic shelters, six ballfields, one soccer field, one tennis court, one sand volleyball court, two playgrounds, a fishing pier, a swimming beach, non- motorized boat access, seasonal watercraft rentals & concessions, grills, picnic tables, and an internal trail system. » Lake Ann Park hosts various special events and programs, including February Festival, the 4th of July celebration, the annual senior picnic, adult softball leagues, and youth athletic games, practices & tournaments. LAKE SUSAN PARK 903 L ake D rive Amenities include one picnic shelter, one ballfield, two tennis courts, one basketball court, two sand volleyball courts, one playground, a fishing pier, boat access, grills, and picnic tables. BANDIMERE PARK 9405 G reat P lains B oulevard Amenities include three ballfields, three soccer fields, one seasonal hockey rink, one seasonal family skating rink, a disc golf course, a playground, grills, picnic tables, and an internal trail system.
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CITY CENTER PARK 7700 M arket B oulevard
Amenities include four ballfields, five soccer fields, four tennis courts, three basketball courts, one seasonal hockey rink, one seasonal family skating rink, one playground, the Skate Park, and the City Center Park Plaza. » City Center Park hosts various special events and programs, including the 4th of July Celebration, Summer Concert Series sponsored by Old National Bank, and the Chanhassen Farmers’ Market. Chanhassen City Hall, the Senior Center, and the Chanhassen Library are also located here.
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BEACHES
L ake A nn P ark 1456 W 78TH ST. Lifeguards on Duty: June 5 - August 15; 9AM - 6PM Daily G reenwood S hores P ark 7110 UTICA LN. Located on Lake Ann C arver B each P ark 6891 LOTUS TRL. Located on Lotus Lake
R oundhouse P ark 3950 KINGS RD. Located on Lake Minnewashta L ake M innewashta R egional P ark 6900 HAZELTINE BLVD. Operated by Carver County Parks
There are five beaches in Chanhassen: Lake Ann Park, Greenwood Shores Park, Carver Beach Park, Roundhouse Park, and Minnewashta Park (operated by Carver County Parks). In 2023, lifeguards were on duty at Lake Ann Park from June 3 – August 13 from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily. However, due to a national lifeguard shortage hours were shortened and some days went unstaffed during the end of the season.
2023 LAKE ANN CONTRACT LIFEGUARD EXPENSES: $34,066.70
OUTDOOR ICE RINKS & WARMING HOUSES
*R ecreation C enter (1 family , 2 hockey ) *R oundhouse P ark (1 family ) +C ity C enter P ark ( 1 family , 1 hockey ) +N. L otus L ake P ark (1 family , 1 hockey ) +B andimere P ark (1 family , 1 hockey ) P ioneer P ass P ark (1 family ) *DENOTES PERMANENT WARMING HOUSE; + DENOTES TEMPORARY WARMING HOUSE
5,293 S katers DECEMBER 27, 2022 – FEBRUARY 21, 2023 Temporary outdoor skating rinks are flooded seasonally on asphalt and grass surfaces at six Chanhassen parks: the Chanhassen Recreation Center, City Center, North Lotus Lake, Bandimere, Roundhouse, and Pioneer Pass Park. Permanent or temporary warming houses are provided at most rink locations (all but Pioneer Pass Park). In 2023, 21 rink attendants were hired on a seasonal basis to supervise the rinks and warming houses.
EXPENSES: $37,249.41
Seasonal attendant wages, rink maintenance, and temporary warming houses.
Daily Operating Cost: $653.50
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LAKE ANN PARK WATERCRAFT RENTAL & CONCESSIONS The Lake Ann concession stand offers concessions & watercraft rentals to patrons at Lake Ann Park, Memorial Day through mid-August. Watercraft rental options include:
» Paddleboards » Paddleboats » Canoes » Kayaks (single & tandem) » Rowboats
$40,332.11
Concessions & Rental Revenue
$25,844.56
Total Boat Rentals 1,363
Concessions & Rental Expenses
$14,487.55
Total Profit
BOAT RENTAL RACKS
32 Canoe and Kayak rental racks are available at Lake Ann and Lotus Lake and can be rented from April through October.
$1,732.25
Revenue
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The City of Chanhassen has 23 picnic shelters: three at community parks that can be rented and 19 neighborhood shelters available on a first-come, first-serve basis. The Lakeside Pavilion and Klingelhutz Pavilion are at Lake Ann Park, and the Lake Susan Picnic Shelter is at Lake Susan Park. Both community and neighborhood picnic shelters are used to host city programs and special events. PICNIC SHELTERS
Revenue $16,335
10,275 USERS 116 RENTALS
$19,456
$19,357
$20,000
$17,200
$16,600 $16,400
$16,335
$15,445
$15,200
$15,200
$15,000
$10,000
$5,000
$3,080
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2023 Pavilion Reservations 116 Total Reservations
Klingelhutz Pavilion - 38 Lakeside Pavilion - 40 Lake Susan Pavilion - 38
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
BY THE NUMBERS
» 10 community events » 80,000+ attendees ages birth-99 » 1,000+ volunteer hours
General Expenses: $138,205.03 Full-Time Wage (Est.): $65,000
TOTAL EXPENSES: $203,205.03 Revenue: $50,796.95
F ebruary F estival
4 th of J uly C elebration
The 30th annual outdoor winter festival and ice fishing contest was canceled due to inconsistent ice conditions on Lake Ann. Saturday, February 4, 2023 (Canceled) 0 ATTENDEES EXPENSES: $3,853.19
This three-day festival includes over 30 activities and performances including carnival rides, live music, family activities, food vendors, a street dance, parade, fireworks display, and more. Special thanks to the Rotary Club of Chanhassen for presenting the beer garden, food vendors, classic car show, and parade as part of the celebration. Sunday - Tuesday, July 2, 3, & 4, 2023 OVER 70,000 ATTENDEES REVENUE: $31,748.87 | EXPENSES: $115,495.39
E aster E gg C andy H unt
Saturday, April 8, 2023 2,000 ATTENDEES REVENUE: $5,220.00 | EXPENSES: $2,255.72
B arnyard B oogie CO-HOSTED WITH VICTORIA PARKS & RECREATION Friday, September 15, 2023 284 ATTENDEES REVENUE: $1,988.00 | EXPENSES: $1,232.11
This event includes a candy and egg hunt, a coloring contest, and a visit from the Easter bunny.
M emorial D ay C eremony IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE CHANHASSEN AMERICAN LEGION POST 580
An evening of barnyard-themed family fun including a petting zoo, dance, crafts, games, and refreshments.
Monday, May 29, 2023 500 ATTENDEES EXPENSES: $2,703.22
Presented by the Chanhassen American Legion Post 580 and the City of Chanhassen, the Memorial Day Ceremony honors soldiers who have paid the ultimate price for our country’s freedom.
S ummer C oncert S eries
Thursdays, June 8 - August 10, 2023 2,000 ATTENDEES REVENUE: $3,938.98 | EXPENSES: $6,164.70
In this three-month series, nine bands from various genres perform free evening concerts in City Center Park. Attendees can also enjoy concessions, a food truck, or a beverage from Chanhassen Brewing Company.
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H alloween P arty
H oliday B outique
Saturday, October 28, 2023 1,000 ATTENDEES REVENUE: $3,120 | EXPENSES: $3,820.60
Saturday, December 2, 2023 OVER 400 ATTENDEES | 34 EXHIBITORS REVENUE: $1,215.00 | EXPENSES: $375.00
Handcrafted and commercial items are featured in this annual holiday shopping event. A total of $35 in cash and 176 pounds of food donations were collected for Bountiful Basket Food Shelf as part of this event.
A delightfully spooky night filled with trick-or-treating, carnival games, activities, live entertainment, and refreshments for children and their families.
A rtisan F air
T ree L ighting C eremony
Saturday, November 4, 2023 OVER 500 ATTENDEES | 36 EXHIBITORS REVENUE: $1,261.00
Saturday, December 2, 2023 900 ATTENDEES EXPENSES: $2,305.10
Kicking off the holiday shopping season, local artisans sell handcrafted items. $223 in cash and 394 pounds of food donations were collected for PROP Food Shelf as part of this event.
This event features bonfires, carolers, refreshments, live reindeer, a visit from Santa, and marks the official lighting of the holiday lights at City Center Park.
COMMUNITY EVENT SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM
Local Businesses 38
In 2023, 38 local businesses contributed to the annual Community Events Sponsorship program, generously donating $39,016.70 towards Chanhassen’s Community Events. The entire Chanhassen community is grateful to our community event sponsors for making these events possible!
Cash Donations $23,100
Donated Merchandise $15,916.70
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SENIOR CENTER The Chanhassen Senior Center is a community engagement facility that offers programs, trips, meals, activities, education, and wellness services for patrons 55 and older. The Senior Center is staffed by one full-time coordinator. 7700 MARKET BOULEVARD NO ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE VOLUNTEERS The Senior Center relies on over 100 volunteers to maintain quality programming. Volunteer coordinators run weekly and monthly groups. Volunteer leaders and commissioners devote time to special events. Local government and non-profit agencies provide free, valuable information and resources during educational outreach and individual meetings with patrons.
BY THE NUMBERS
» 11,072 cumulative participants in 2023 » 6,450 meals delivered to homebound patrons » 795 miles traveled on 15 andventure trips. » 3,482 taking part in trips, parties, classes & programs
» Over 9,000 cups of coffee served » Over 2,680 phone calls fielded
Memorials, sponsorship, & scholarship donations
GRANTS & DONATIONS: $1,732 Total Program Revenue: $52,917
Program & registration fees, room use & supply fees, memorials, sponsorship, scholarship donations, & partnership reimbursement
TOTAL PROGRAM EXPENSES: $41,395 Total Program
Including wages
Operating Expenses: $139,743
TIMELY HELP HIGHLIGHTS Helping patrons with timely resources was a top priority in 2023 as patrons sought out tech help, tax assistance, foot care, and aging in place resources. » Senior Community Services (SCS) provided technology help and workshops on digital safety, streaming services, and managing devices. SCS volunteers gave 25 hours of free individual tech assistance for 47 clients and educational classes drew in 86 attendees . » AARP Volunteers prepared and filed income taxes at no cost for 47 clients . » Age-Well Specialist Pat Lauria presented an in-depth, two-part workshop on aging well in place, financial stability, legal help, right-sizing, and available resources. 78 people were in attendance. » 2023 Medicare changes created an increased need for Foot Care. Partnering with local nurses, we provided 225 low cost, individual foot care sessions marking a 68% increase in services from 2022.
GRANTS & DONATIONS
» Created in 2021, The Martha Walker Memorial Fund provides scholarships for patrons deterred from enjoying fee-based programs and trips due to financial strains. In 2023, $377 in donations allowed 24 patrons to receive partial or full scholarships to participate in programs, classes, and adventure trips. » Local senior housing sites and businesses provide resources and snacks for various programs and events. Annual sponsorship donations totaled $1,355 in addition to supply costs from The Chanhassen Lions Club, Nicolet Bank, and The American Legion Post 580 allowing for free and low-cost programs for all participants.
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SENIOR CENTER PROGRAMMING
A dventure D ay T rips
Theater shows, concerts, Twins games, museum tours, boat excursions, and exploring other cities. 824 PARTICIPANTS | 15 TRIPS
S pecial E vents & C elebrations
Holiday themed parties, meals & entertainment, 55+ Senior Expo, Annual Picnic, Mayor’s Dinner, Veteran’s Breakfast, and Ladies’ Luncheon. 1,047 PARTICIPANTS | 11 EVENTS L ifelong L earning , C lasses , & S peakers Lunch & Learn, Pencil Drawing, Painting, Scarf Art, Mah Jongg, Woodcarving Instruction, Coffee & Conversation Groups, History Presentations, Tech Ed, British History, Music, Travel Shows, and Free Movie Days. 744 PARTICIPANTS | 18 EVENTS
229 ADULT LEARNERS | 14 CLASSES 55+ A live D river S afety C ourse
Participants sharpen their skills and improve upon their road knowledge, earning a 10% discount on car insurance.
C han - o - laires C hoir
Representing Chanhassen, this 55+ singing group performs at various special events, care homes, and retirement communities throughout the year. 35 ACTIVE MEMBERS H ealth & W ellness , R esource A ssistance , & A ge W ell E ducation Tax assistance, tech help, Medicare updates, foot care clinics, vaccination clinic, Age Well workshops, health insurance counseling, caregiver support services, and yoga classes. 638 CLIENTS | 19 OUTREACH & EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
W eekly & M onthly G ame & S ocial G roups 6,156 CUMULATIVE ATTENDANCE | 15 GROUPS BINGO, Bridge, Cribbage, Mah-jongg, Scrabble, Dominoes, Woodcarving, Music & Art Groups, and Volunteer Corps. M eals P rogram with CAP A gency 3,600 MEALS DELIVERED | 475 VOLUNTEER HOURS Nutritious meals were delivered by volunteers to homebound Chanhassen seniors.
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RECREATION CENTER The Chanhassen Recreation Center is a multi-purpose facility that allows for a wide range of sports and fitness activities, tournaments, leisure programs, meetings, classes, and events. It also serves as a site for critical information, registrations, and events for many of the city’s parks and recreation programs. Facilities at the Recreation Center include a single-court gymnasium, fitness center, dance studio, meeting and party rooms, a conference room, two outdoor hockey rinks (winter), 2310 COULTER BOULEVARD NO ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEE
BY THE NUMBERS
» Over 25,000 annual patrons • 697 Rec Sports participants • 709 Dance for Fun participants » 343 programs & events » 2,600 hours of athletic games & practices » 4,831.25 non-billable hours » $112,932.50 value of non-billable hours
family outdoor rink (winter), warming house, tennis courts, pickleball courts, ball fields, and soccer fields.
Staff time, contractual services, materials & supplies State grants, food concessions, fitness, dance, preschool activities, room rentals, personal training, youth activities
F itness C enter & O pen G ym
TOTAL EXPENSES: $439,930.22 Revenue: $296,343.25
The Chanhassen Recreation Center fitness room, open gym, & open pickleball are available on a drop-in basis, with no membership required. Through partnerships with the Renew Active, Silver & Fit, and Silver Sneakers programs, free access is available to Medicare participants through their insurance. OVER 15,000 VISITS
A dult A ctivities
Physical, mind, & body classes, and leisure activities are offered at the Recreation Center, including Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba, Fit for Life, and pickleball lessons. 652 PARTICIPANTS | 106 ACTIVITIES
P ersonal T raining
Contracted certified personal trainers offer high-quality, customizable personal training sessions. 218 SESSIONS
Y outh A ctivities
The Chanhassen Recreation Center offers a wide variety of youth programming, including the Recreation Center Sports program for kids ages 3-6, Dance for Fun program for ages 0-adult, Go Gymnastics, Tae Kwon Do, and more. 1,879 PARTICIPANTS | 227 ACTIVITIES R entals During typical years, the Chanhassen Recreation Center has a variety of spaces available for public reservation: four meeting rooms, one conference room, one gymnasium, and a studio fitness center . During 2023, rental spaces and reservations were limited due to capital improvement projects and construction delays.
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S pecial E vent V enue The Chanhassen Recreation Center hosts a wide variety of city & community organization sponsored events throughout the year, including: » Artisan Fair » Barnyard Boogie » Bluff Creek Elementary Concerts & Carnival » Chanhassen Community Day » Garden Tool Swap » Halloween Party » Holiday Boutique » Public Open Houses for Engineering, Parks, & Pavement Management Departments » Sweetheart Dance » U.S. Naval Academy Picnic » 55+ Senior Expo » Community Shred Event » Dance for Fun Showcase A thletic F ield & R ink U sage In 2023, there were 2,600 permitted hours of athletic games, practices, and tournaments held by local youth athletic associations on the Recreation Center’s ballfields, soccer fields, and ice skating rinks.
2023 Recreation Center Non-Billable Hours Value $112,932.50
National Weather Service - $200.00 U.S. Naval Academy - $360.00
City of Chanhassen - $104,816.25
District 112 - $5,277.50
Community Organizations - $1,468.75
Minnetonka Schools - $170.00
Carver County - $640.00
2023 Recreation Center Revenue $296,343.25
C ommunity D ay 150 ATTENDEES
The Chanhassen Recreation Center hosted a free open house to share activities and trial classes with the community. The event featured a bounce house, game stations, a food truck, musical petting zoo from Bach to Rock, and hosted 150 community members.
Dance Program Fees - $75,296.07
Personal Training - $7,831.59 Preschool Activities- $11,752.23 Dance Costume Fees - $13,440.30 Dance Competition Fees - $20,453.71
Fitness - $72,905.33
Room Rental - $31,253.51 Adult Activities- $34,611.00 Youth Activities - $28,635.45
Concessions - $164.06
2023 Recreation Center Expenses $439,930.22
Personnel Services - 286,290.43
Operating Services - 153,639.79
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YOUTH PROGRAMS Chanhassen’s Parks and Recreation youth programs aim to develop and enhance the quality of life for ages birth-17 physically, socially, and emotionally through traditional playground programs, sports, and social events.
TOTAL EXPENSES: $242,719.76 Total Revenue: $201,098.56
BY THE NUMBERS » 300+ programs » 4,600+ participants » Age birth-17
C hanhassen R ec C enter S ports EXPENSES: $35,273.44 | REVENUE: $32,751.16 697 PARTICIPANTS | 5 STAFF The Rec Center Sports program provides affordable recreational youth sports programs that teach children the fundamentals of various sports in a positive and stress-free environment. These include Small Fry Sports and Lil’ Star Sports.
S mall F ry S ports
399 PARTICIPANTS | 20 SESSIONS
Small Fry Sports offers three-week programs designed to provide 3 & 4 year olds the opportunity to develop large motor skills & learn about sports.
L il ’ S tar S ports
298 PARTICIPANTS | 18 SESSIONS
Lil’ Star Sports offers 5 & 6 year olds six-week programs that focus on skill development, teamwork, & sportsmanship.
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D ance for F un
Chanhassen Recreation Center 96 CLASSES | 709 DANCERS; 3 STAFF
The Dance for Fun program completed its 26th year at the Chanhassen Recreation Center in 2023. Classes offer dance instruction in a supportive setting focusing on self-esteem and personal development. Styles include Parent/Tot, Ballet/Creative Movement, Ballet/Tap, Jazz, Jazz/Lyrical, Pre-Pointe/Pointe, Hip Hop, and Competitive Teams.
EXPENSES: $93,876.90 Revenue: $109,190.08
S afe K ids 101 & B abysitting T raining Chanhassen Recreation Center 80 CERTIFICATIONS
Both the Safe Kids 101 and Babysitting Training certification programs offer older children and teens the opportunity to develop responsibility and gain applicable life skills. A total of 80 children and teens received their Babysitter and Safe Kids certifications in 2023.
R ec C enter Y outh P rograms
The Chanhassen Recreation Center provides a wide variety of additional programming options for youth, including the Go Gymnastics program, Tae Kwon Do program, day camp programs, and special events. 726 PARTICIPANTS | 70 PROGRAMS
EXPENSES: $28,943.90 Revenue: $40,387.68
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S ummer D iscovery P layground P rogram
T een V olunteer P rogram
450 PARTICIPANTS; 14 STAFF 14 SESSIONS, 2 AGE GROUPS
18 VOLUNTEERS 1,073.50 VOLUNTEER HOURS
The Summer Discovery Playground Program is offered at 11 park locations weekly for 7-weeks during the summer. Participants ages 4-12 enjoy activities, games, sports, and crafts, led by seasonal staff and volunteers.
The summer Teen Volunteer Program provides teens, ages 13-16, the opportunity to grow in leadership and responsibility by volunteering at youth programs, sports classes, special events, park projects, and more.
S pecial E vents 2,000+ PARTICIPANTS
EXPENSES: $39,626.20 Revenue: $34,078.00
Includes seasonal staff wages
The Parks & Recreation Department presents some special events specifically geared towards youth, such as the Easter Egg Candy Hunt, Royal Ball, Sweetheart Dance, Barnyard Boogie, and Halloween Party.
L ake A nn A dventure C amp 251 PARTICIPANTS; 18 STAFF 3 SESSIONS
Lake Ann Adventure Camp comprises three one-week camp sessions that include outdoor games, adventures, activities, crafts, cooking, and more, led by seasonal staff and volunteers.
EXPENSES: $27,766.44 Revenue: $43,906.00
Includes seasonal staff wages
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ADULT PROGRAMS Chanhassen Parks and Recreation aims to enhance the overall physical and recreational needs of our adult community by providing opportunities for positive competition and social interaction via various facilities, athletic, and class activities. A dult C lasses
Chanhassen Recreation Center 1,358 PARTICIPANTS | 103 PROGRAMS
The Chanhassen Recreation Center offers physical, mind, & body classes, and leisure activities, including Yoga, Tai Chi, Zumba, Fit for Life, pickleball lessons, and bicycle repair.
EXPENSES: $22,955.70 Revenue: $34,611.00
A dult S oftball
The adult softball program offers a summer and fall league to adults in Chanhassen and the surrounding areas. Games are played at the Lake Ann ballfields on Thursday evenings during the summer and fall. 196 PARTICIPANTS | 14 TEAMS
EXPENSES: $6,805.16 Revenue: $9,918.50
Includes supplies, contracted staff time, & full-time wages
S enior C enter P rograms
Senior Center 11,072 PARTICIPANTS | 90+ PROGRAMS
The Chanhassen Senior Center offers a wide variety of activities for active older adults 55+ and seniors, weekly and monthly social and game groups, trips, large group special events, outdoor summer classes, lifelong learning, educational speakers, health assisstance clinics, emotional wellness support, financial education classes, and drivers safety courses.
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ADAPTIVE RECREATION
157 HOURS OF INCLUSION SUPPORT 22 ADAPTIVE RECREATION PARTICIPANTS
Chanhassen’s adaptive recreation program is a cooperative effort between the City of Chanhassen, Reach for Resources, and the cities of Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Chaska, Golden Valley, Maple Grove, Plymouth, and St. Louis Park. Reach for Resources provides programs specifically designed for individuals with disabilities, including social clubs, athletic leagues, special events, holiday parties, and dances. Reach for Resources also provides inclusion support at no cost to the participating children or adults in any Chanhassen Parks & Recreation programs and inclusion training to Chanhassen Parks & Recreation seasonal staff at the beginning of each summer camp season.
PROVIDED BY
TOTAL EXPENSES: $11,839.09
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PARK MAINTENANCE
S ummer M aintenance
8 FULL TIME STAFF 18 SUMMER SEASONAL STAFF
TURF MOWING » Parks are mowed once per week » Athletic fields are mowed twice per week. FERTILIZING » Athletic fields only are fertilized in May, September, & October. BALLFIELD GROOMING » Community park ballfields are groomed daily, & neighborhood fields are groomed weekly. TRAIL SWEEPING » Occurs after snow & ice melt. All trails are swept three times; two additional times for wooded trails. GARBAGE PICKUP » Occurs daily for larger parks & twice per week for neighborhood parks. BEACH MAINTENANCE » Beaches are checked daily, & groomed daily during peak times & twice during off-peak times. Aquatic vegetation control is used at Greenwood Shores, Carver Beach, Roundhouse, & Lake Ann Parks to control vegetation in the swimming, picnic, & boat rental areas. PICNIC PAVILIONS » Community pavilions are cleaned daily May 15-August 15, & neighborhood shelters are cleaned twice per week. Neighborhood shelters cleaned as needed after August 15.
The City of Chanhassen’s Park Maintenance department provides safe, clean, and beautiful city parks and facilities along with high-quality leisure activities for all Chanhassen residents and visitors to enjoy.
W inter M aintenance
SNOWPLOWING TRAILS & SIDEWALKS » Snow is cleared from 70 miles of public trails, 12 miles of downtown sidewalks, sidewalk & stairways at 10 public buildings, six public parking lots, & 15 park parking lots. SKATING RINK FLOODING & MAINTENANCE » Outdoor skating rinks are flooded on grass (family rink) & asphalt (hockey rink) bases as soon as air temperatures & ground frost allow. Two flood trucks run 24-hours a day for approximately 10- days to build the initial ice base. Once built, rinks are swept & flooded Monday through Saturday as needed. TREE & BRUSH REMOVAL » Regular tree & brush trimming takes place during the winter, with easier access to trails & less damage to the surrounding area.
FACILITY
INSTALLATION REMOVAL
Aeration System (Lake Susan) Baseball/Softball Bases Portable Toilets Volleyball Nets
Feb. 1
March 20
April 1
Oct. 15
April 1
Oct. 26 Oct. 15 Nov. 15 Nov. 15 Nov. 1 Nov. 1 Nov. 1 Oct. 15
April 15
Tennis Nets
April 1 April 1 April 1
Pickleball Nets
Soccer Goals/Nets
Fishing Piers
April 15 April 15 April 15
Docks
Picnic Shelters Lake Ann Ball Field Concession Irrigation Systems Swimming Buoys
April 15
Oct.15
April 15
Oct. 15
May 1
Sept. 20
1 st Saturday in December
Holiday Lights
Jan. 15
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PARTNERS The City of Chanhassen’s Parks & Recreation Department partnered with 144 organizations, nonprofits, and clubs on various activities and events in 2023. Our partners provide programming, volunteers, financial support, access to facilities, event support, and more to make our programs possible. Thank you to all of our partners and all you do for the Chanhassen community! OVER 130 PARTNERS
Bluff Creek Elementary - Chan Rec Center facility partnership for school day activities, interviews, & events Blizzard Ski & Snowboard Club - Youth programs Bongards Premium Cheese - Community events
Partners listed alphabetically & include area of partnership.
3 rd Lair Skate Park - 4th of July AARP - Volunteer Speakers and tax assistance (Senior Center)
Boba Tonka Bubble Tea - Concessions
A Better Society - Senior Center
BuyChanhassen - Tree Lighting; community events Cabin Fever Sporting Goods - February Festival; 4 th of July CAP Agency - Meals on Wheels Carver County - Park and trail projects; Chan Rec Center facility partnership for Public Health and Sheriff Department meetings; Garden Tool Swap Buffalo Wild Wings-Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo Brown’s Tire & Auto - Community events Brian Reister, State Farm Insurance - Community events Boys and Girls of Scout Troop 330 - February Festival
ACTA MN - Youth Programs
American Legion Auxiliary 580- Annual Senior Center Pancake Breakfast; Memorial Day; community events American Legion Post 580 - Memorial Day; community events American Red Cross - Community Blood Drives Automotive Unlimited - February Festival; Community events Benedictine Care (Shakopee) - Senior Center special events Bach to Rock - Recreation Center Community Day ACT on Alzheimer’s Team - Senior Center support
Berne Scale - February Festival
Carver County AAA - 55+ Senior Expo
Be Well Chiropractic - Easter Egg Candy Hunt; Halloween Party Beyond the Yellow Ribbon Chanhassen - 4 th of July
Carver County Health and Human Services - Support for Aging Well programming Carver County Parks - Youth & family programs Carver County Adult Protection - 55+ Senior Expo Carver County Public Health - 55+ Senior Expo; Senior Center Carver County Sheriff’s Office - Community events Carver County Veterans Services - 55+ Senior Expo Carver County Mounted Posse - Barnyard Boogie
Bjorn Cycle - Community programs
Carver County 4-H - 4 th of July
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Chuck & Don’s - Bone Adventure
Chanhassen Lion’s Club - Senior Picnic; February Festival Chanhassen Red Birds - Facility partnerships Chanhassen Students Today, Leaders Forever - Halloween Party Chaska High School Key Club - February Festival Chanhassen Library & Carver County Library System - All ages programming Chanhassen Historical Society - Senior Center Chanhassen Dental - Community events Chanhassen Dinner Theatres - Community events Chanhassen Farmers’ Market - Summer farmers’ market Chanhassen Fire Department - Community events Chanhassen High School - Year-round facility partnership; Rec Center facility partnership for debate team Chanhassen High School Key Club - Community events Chanhassen Chiropratic - Community events Chanhassen Brewing Company - Summer Concert Series CFC Athletics - Community events
City of Chaska: The Lodge - Program & trip partnerships for older adults City of Victoria - Co-host of Barnyard Boogie; youth programs
Clam Outdoors - February Festival
Cub Foods of Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo Culver’s Chanhassen - Community events Dugout Club/CAA - Baseball facilities Eastern Carver County Schools - Joint facility partnership; elections; 4th of July Eastern Carver County Schools Community Education - Recreation Center facility partnership for training & Star graduation, meetings, concerts & events Commission on Aging Members - Senior Center; 4th of July
Eden Prairie High School Key Club - Community events; Senior Center Eden Trace Corp. - Community events Encore - Senior Center
Go Gymnastics - Youth Programs Grey Duck Outdoors - Watercraft rentals Future Anglers of Minnesota - February Festival
C.H.I. Companies - February Festival
Chick-fil-A Chanhassen - Community events Children of Tomorrow Learning Centers - Community events Christine Pedretti - Mind Body Program
IWCO - 4th of July
Houlihan’s Restaurant & Bar - Community events
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Park Dental Eden Prairie - Community events Old National Bank - Summer Concert series Peak Heating & Cooling - Community events Minnetonka School Districts - Rec Center facility partnership for elementary retreats Minnesota Twins - 4 th of July Minnetonka Community Education & Services - Rec Center facility partnership for Tour de Tonka & Fall de Tonka Nicolet National Bank Chanhassen - February Festival; community events; Senior Center Music Together Lakeside - Family programs Metropolitan Supply - Community events Merlin’s Ace Hardware - February Festival Minnesota Companion Rabbit Society - Bunny Yoga
Landmark Tours - Travel education Lakewinds Food Co-Op - 55+ Senior Expo Living Christ Lutheran Church - Tree Lighting Leeann Chin - 55+ Senior Expo; community events Love Inc. of ECC & Furnishare of Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo; Senior Center Lunds & Byerly’s Chanhassen - Community events McDonald’s - Community events Mathnasium Chanhassen - Community events McPhail Center for Music - Virtual Music History programs (Senior Center) kiddywampus Chanhassen - Easter; 4 th of July; Halloween Party Kwik Trip - 55+ Senior Expo J&R Complete Auto Repair - Concert Series; Community events Jersey Mike’s-Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo Jake Freeland- Tech classes for Seniors Jasper’s Guide Service- Youth fishing programs Humanity Alliance - Senior Center
Pizzaioli - Community events
Potbelly Sandwiches-Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo
Premier Pool & Spa - Community events
Power Systems AHS - Community events REACH for Resources - Adaptive Recreation programs Ridgeview - Community events; Senior Center Riley Crossing Senior Living - Senior Center special events Riley Purgetory Bluff Creek Watershed District - February Festival Renew Active - Rec Center access program Senior Community Services - Caregiver support services Scouting Groups - Park projects; Senior Center Rotary Club of Chanhassen - February Festival; 4 th of July Roberts Automatic Products - Community events
Senja Inc. - Tai Chi Programs
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The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center - Tree Lighting; community events Tonka Serves - Community events Traci Preciado, Pemberton Homes Realty - 4th of July; Halloween Party Trellis - Senior Center
Turbo Nails - Community events
U.S. Naval Academy - Recreation Center facility partnership for sendoff picnic V. Clayton & Associates - Community events United Health Care - Recreation Center access program
Waytek - Community events We CAB - Senior Center Vexilar - February Festival
Wink Family Eye Care - Community events Work Experience Program - Rec Center Work program partnership West Metro Warriors - Rec Center facility partnership; Special Olympics MN
Silver Sneakers - Recreation Center access program Silver & Fit, Active & Fit - Recreation Center access program Shakopee Parks & Recreation - Senior Center program collaborations Sentence to Serve (Adults) - Park projects Shakopee Heritage Society - Local History speaker
Xcel Energy - Community events
Skyhawks Sports - Youth programs Sophia Martin - Community Art Program
Southwest Metro Chamber of Commerce - 4 th of July; Tree Lighting Southwest Christian High School - Park projects
Southwest Publishing - 4 th of July
Southwest Transit - Tree Lighting; Senior Center program transportation Subway Chanhassen - Senior Center Events Summerwood - Senior Center Target Chanhassen - 55+ Senior Expo The Garden by the Woods - Community events
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SPONSORS With the help and contributions of these businesses and organizations, the City of Chanhassen can offer special events including February Festival, the Easter Egg Candy Hunt, 4th of July Celebration, and Halloween Party. Logo indicates sponsor contributions of $1,000+
CONTRIBUTING CORPORATE » Leeann Chin » Waytek Inc. BUSINESS » Be Well Chiropractic »
Brian Reister State Farm Insurance
PURPLE LEAF CORPORATE »
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CFC Athletics Code Ninjas
Metropolitan Supply
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres
Peak Heating & Cooling, Inc. Roberts Automatic Products Inc.
BUSINESS »
Automotive Unlimited Bongards Premium Cheese
» Traci Preciado, Pemberton Homes Realty » Turbo Nails of Chanhassen » Huber Funeral Home » Bertas Funeral Home » Winslow Monument
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» Chanhassen American Legion Post 580 » Chick-fil-A Chanhassen & Eden Prairie » Children of Tomorrow Learning Centers » Culver’s Chanhassen » Eden Trace Corp » J&R Complete Auto Repair » kiddywampus » Lunds & Byerlys Chanhassen » Mathnasium of Chanhassen West » Merlin’s Ace Hardware » Nicolet National Bank » Pizzaioli » Southwest Metro Chamber of Commerce » The Garden By The Woods » The Mustard Seed Landscaping & Garden Center » Wink Family Eye Care INDIVIDUAL » Vernelle Clayton
GREEN LEAF CORPORATE » Ridgeview BUSINESS » SILVER LEAF CORPORATE » IWCO »
Old National Bank
Brown’s Tire & Auto Chanhassen Chiropractic Chanhassen Dental Houlihan’s Restaurant & Bar
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952.445.6555
Power Systems AHS Premier Pool & Spa
Xcel Energy
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