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Park Board <br /> October 7, 2020 <br /> Page 5 <br /> Mr. Kusterman asked if there was any room to install a pickle ball court at Lino Park. <br /> Mr. DeGardner said there may be room to install a pickle ball court. However, he <br /> explained, he viewed courts as serving the Lino Lakes community regionally more so <br /> than residentially. There are eight tennis courts at Centennial Middle School for <br /> residents to utilize for pickle ball and tennis . Mr. DeGardner suggested the Park <br /> Board determine whether or not hard court surfaces should be integrated in the Lino <br /> Lakes park system and if so , begin identifying which parks would receive hard courts . <br /> Mr. Kusterman explained part of the reason for suggesting the;implementation of <br /> hard court surfaces is due in part to the closure of the YMCA. With the YMCA ' s <br /> closure, the elder generation has been out of play in regards to pickle ball . He <br /> acknowledged the tennis courts at Centennial Middle School, but questioned if the <br /> courts can be repurposed for pickle ball . <br /> Chair Huelman agreed with Mr. DeGardner and restated some parks will remain <br /> neighborhood parks . However, he said Lino Park is currently a destination' type park <br /> with its large parking lot, central location, and frequent use by the public . <br /> Mr. Jensen commented the shelter should not be moved as it is in a perfectly good <br /> area where parents have good sightlines of their kids . <br /> Mr. Nordlund preferred Concept # 1 . He stated the location of the park shelter would <br /> work well there for Blue Heron Days . <br /> Mr. Gooder liked the placement of the shelter on Concept # l . He suggested planting <br /> trees, bushes , or flowers next to the chain4ink fence, as depicted in the other <br /> concepts, to provide more shade , but also to improve the curb appeal . He wondered if <br /> there would be an opportunity to get the community involved in the planting of <br /> flowers, etc. to improve the aesthetics of the park. <br /> Mr. DeGardner reviewed the budget and estimated the total project cost would be <br /> ` approximately $300 , 000 . The Park and Trail Fund currently has an undesignated <br /> fund balance of roughly $255 , 000 . <br /> Mr . Kusterman stated the importance of the City Council continuing annual funding . <br /> Mr. Gooder :asked what the board ' s project priorities are for 2021 and the years <br /> following. , He suggested the board establish their priorities so that they can approach <br /> City Council with a plan and be better equipped to request more funds . He concluded <br /> the board needs funds because many families move to Lino Lakes for its expansive <br /> parks and trails . Furthermore, it is the duty of the Park Board to represent the <br /> community and ensure the park system is well maintained. <br /> Chair Huelman restated the importance of taking the next board meeting to establish <br /> project priorities and where Lino Park falls within the list, and if the board will ask <br /> City Council for additional funds to complete the Lino Park updates . <br /> DRAFT MINUTES <br />