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1 MINUTES SPECIAL CITY MAY 1, 1985 PAGE 2 COUNCIL MEETING Ms. Trent-Sullivan felt that Falcon Heights is overpaying the recreation staff, that she had checked with Roseville and the top salary there is $5.50 per hour. Councilmember Ciernia gave a brief history of past recreation programs, the philosophy being to provide niche programs, to provide programs not offered elsewhere, and commented on the "non-resident" repaying to Falcon Heights persons who participate in Roseville programs. 5 Pauline Staples, Maplewood Recreation, explained that she does consulting PAULINE work in the recreation field and was of the opin ion that Falcon Heights STAPLES, can do more with the recreation program with the present staff and budget, MAPLEWOOD and gave as an example self-supporting programs such as trips where the RECREATION participant is charged for bus fare and pays the admission charge. DEPARTMENT Councilmember Hard commented on the fact that in the past the recreation program was large, but the programs gradually geared down when the number of children decreased. He also pointed out that it has been difficult to find persons willing to serve on the Park and Recreation Commission. Ms. Staples offered to work with the Falcon Heights Recreation Commission to assist in possible expansion, and indicated that there would be no charge. Mayor Eggert explained that the 1985 budget is set, 1986 is not, but will be by August and if there are to be changes they must come through the Commission. Council then reviewed the Commission's recommendations. He stressed the fact that persons wished to see changes should work with the Commission, Ms. Staples replied that it was her understanding, that the group had started with the Commission, but the Commission was not receptive. Floyd Bedbury, Chairman of the Commission, stated that body did give over an hour to the subject at the April meeting, that answers will be given at the May 6th meeting, and the Commission is responsive. Ardis Hutchins, 1901 Simpson, indicated she would be willing to assist with the T-ball program, and suggested that a sign-up list for volunteers be presented when persons sign up for the summer programs. Lori Luttrel, Summer Recreation Director, stated she has worked with the program for five years and asked what Ms. Trent-Sullivan and Ms. Lasser felt was wrong with the personnel. Mayor Eggert agreed the matter should be aired but felt it would be more appropriate to have it as an agenda item for the Park and Recreation Commission. Connie McCarthy, 1879 Simpson, commented on the fact that it is difficult to get girls into some of the Roseville programs and with many new families with children in the community other activities are needed. Ms. McCarthy was of the opinion that Council had a negative attitude toward the matter and is not open for new ideas. Both Mayor Eggert and Councilmember Ciernia stressed that they would consider reasonable suggestions, and Council does not turn down reasonable requests. Debbie Trent-Sullivan felt that Park and Recreation Commission was not responsive, as not one member of the Commission contacted her following the April 1 meeting and answered any questions. Chairman Bedbury stated the answers will be given at the May meeting. ARDIS HUTCHINS, 1901 SIMPSON LORI LUTTREL, RECREATION DIRECTOR CONNIE MC CARTHY, 1879 SIMPSON