11-01-07 Parks Commission Minutes

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MINUTES Parks & Recreation Commission November 1, 2007 ~~ehicle Access on Gervais Lakc- Thc Director received notice from Ramsey County that they will be closing the vehicle access on the Ramsey County Beach on Gervais Lake. If ~a~i(1 be relocated to the opening off ]Colilman Lane on the northeast side of Gervais Lakc. Ramsey County made this decision because of the wear and tear on the land and shoreline- it requires annual turf restoration. This access closing will probably have a negative effect on many ice fishermen. They will still be able to park at Gervais I3each, but wilt not be able to have vehicle access to the lake via the beach. It is uncertain if the now vehicle access ~~~ill be open this winter. Joint Powers Agreement - The Director reported that Sanders, Wacker, Bergly, Inc. is working on a draft for finalizing the connection and allocation costs with the City of Maplewood for the trail connection under the powerline. The Director is in hopes of having the project let out for bids soon so the winning contractor could start to work on the wood structures this winter. Graffiti issues - Fahey commented on the white building in the Gervais Mill Park that was covered with graffiti on all four sides. IY was suggested to paint the building green or brown in hopes of eliminating further vandalism. Steinwell reported that the bus bench on Little Canada Road by Jackson Street also has graffiti with yellow paint that should be removed. The bench and trash receptacle are left out year round. The Director reported that a large amount of graffiti was also found in Rondeau Park from this past weekend. 1"ahey suggesting having someone watch the area to catch the people doing all the graffiti. ADJOURN Davis reco~nrnended that the ~ueeting be adjourned. Motion seconded by Steinwall. Motion curried 6 - 0. There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:12 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Dotty Norgard Page 4 of 4