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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION October 3, 2019 constructed completely from wood decking. The Community Services Manager stated this option would be $42,630. The Community Services Managers stated composite wood could be used but was much more expensive and staff had some concerns with the maintenance of the wood. Ray noted that a wood deck would only last about 20 years. Chair Miller noted alternate option 1 removed the black walnut tree. The Community Services Manager shared alternate option 2 with the Commission which reused the existing pavers and included a perforated metal deck. He noted this option minimized the size of the overlook and seating. The Community Services Manager stated this option was estimated to cost $48,240. The Community Services Manager shared alternate option 3 with the Commission. He explained this design was meant to provide a better view of the creek. The Community Services Manager noted the millstone was again a central feature, and this option also included interpretive signage as well as benches. He stated the estimated cost was $35,738. The Community Services Manager explained this option included an additional feature that extended the overlook to connect the trail further up Noel Drive to improve safety. This would add cost. The Community Services Manager stated construction would have to be completed during a dry time of the year, and thus couldn’t be completed in the spring. Schletty asked about the added maintenance a wood deck would cost. Chair Miller stated most of the options are destinations, but if the overlook continued to connect the path, he envisioned more use of the space. Ray explained if the overlook continued it would complete the trail loop. The Community Services Manager stated if the Commission liked the idea, a site survey could be conducted to see if the grade would allow for an overlook to continue up the trail. Abruzzese stated the connection would help park users get to other trail connections including the Firefighter Memorial Trail. Schletty stated it would improve safety in this area. The Community Services Manager noted this connection would not be able to be maintained in the winter. Chair Miller asked about the cost of conducting a survey. The Community Services Manager stated he didn’t have an exact number, but it would most likely be a couple of thousand dollars. Ray noted if the connection couldn’t be made, alternate option 1 would be his second choice. Chu asked if the overlook could be extended out towards the creek. The Community Services Manager explained the size was determined by the