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City Council Minutes December 7, 1994 Page 5 between 5500 and 51000 for toys and play equipment to supplement the equipment at the church. Councilmember Gehrz asked if there would be a lower age limit. Kriegler responded that the program is meant to be inter-generational and therefore no lower or upper age limits would be set. ~. ~ .,.~. Councilmember Gehrz commented that every study that is done on how to prevent violence and have healthy communities concludes that there is a need for strong neighborhood connections. This type of program is a perfect vehicle for encouraging neighborhood interaction. Kriegler stated that a more detailed proposal will come before the council in January for final approval. REPORT ON PLANNING FOR FALCON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE Parks and Recreation Director Kriegler reported on studies that have been conducted regarding the Falcon Heights Elementary School site. In many respects, this site functions as a city park, as it is the only play area in the city's northeast quadrant. A committee made up of parks commissioners and representatives of the school are reviewing surveys of student park users. In addition, Kriegler and intern Mike Shier conducted classroom discussions with 4th, 5th and 6th graders, as they are believed to have the fewest recreational opportunities at the school. These students expressed a desire to keep some open space at the school rather than using all available land for equipment. Kriegler and the committee are researching new capital improvements, taking into consideration the physical attributes of the site: SCHEDULING OF MONTHLY DISCUSSION WORKSHOP By unanimous consent, the council scheduled a monthly discussion workshop on the first Wednesday of each month, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., effective in February 1995. This workshop will allow councilmembers to discuss one or more issues in more depth than would be possible at a regular business meeting. CITY INFORMATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Gehrz reported that a resident, Ray Garcia, had suggested that the city hold an open house to welcome the new police force. The council concurred that this was a good idea, and authorized staff to proceed with plans. It was suggested that the winter newsletter be used for publicity and that a written invitation be sent to neighborhood watch block captains.