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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES 4/13193 • Members present: Carol Huso, Morris Nicholson, Marcia Sundquist, Jyneen Thatcher, Carol Weisberg; Carol Kriegler, Parks Director; Sue Gehrz, Council Liason. Guest present: Donna Senauer, University Grove Park Task Force Co-Chairman. Minutes from March meeting were approved. Agenda items for this meeting were reordered to accommodate our guest. D-2> University Grove Park Planning Task Force Report: Carol W. reported that the task force has substantially completed its work. The end result has not been a unanimous plan (one dissenter on several items) but the recommendations by the task force have taken into account all the concerns raised. Overall guidelines for the park are to continue a low profile, remain user friendly, maintain security and safety, and maintain the neighborhood atmosphere. Specific recommendations are noted on the attached report, distributed by Carol W. and are subject to presentation to the community at a later date. Some discussion of the specifics was held to clarify or explain the decisions. The Commission agreed that safety was a primary concern, and should drive many of the changes, such as around the play equipment. Carol K. has spoken with Vince concerning a water hook-up. The feeling is that it would not be financially reasonable to connect with the city water system, with a cost estimate of approximately X5000. • Jyneen distributed copies of the preliminary plan resulting from the task force's work, and explained some of the recommendations, and how they resulted in the plan. Sue noted that the Human Rights Commission is currently reviewing all city facilities in relation to the Americans with Disabilities Act, 1990. Carol K. suggested getting an evaluation of the existing play equipment for accessibility, and making improvements selectively. As the equipment does not appear to need replacement at this time, major changes will be made as the need arises. Carol H. will check with the Human Rights Commission for recommendations for park improvements, such as the play equipment, and path width. The existance of a memorial plaque in the park was reported. While memorial elements, such as trees or benches, may be encouraged for public involvement, the design will be standardized. The existing memorial will be retained as part of the park heritage, as long as it poses no hazard. Marcia reported that kids are playing on the bangboard supports. Carol K. noted that Vince knows this is a problem, and will be removing the posts as soon as possible. A neighborhood meeting for presentation of the preliminary plan is scheduled for Thursday, May 13. It will be held at the park, or at city hall if it rains. Sue felt that a formal public hearing may not be required, but would be desireable. A flyer announcing the meeting will be hand delivered to neighborhood residents, including 1666 Coffman. Additionally, the task force will meet at the park on Monday, April 19 with raindate of April 26. • D-1 Playground Program: Carol K. reviewed the ideas for the open