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April 15, 1974 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Parks , Envio=,ertal and Recreation Committee was called to order at 8:05 p.m. by Chairman '2cGeary. 'Members present; Kent, Resch, Clausen, Brisson, LeTourneau. 71bsent; Kendall. Mr. '1cLean and Mr. Starr was also present. Mr. Kent moved to accept the minutes of March 17, 1974 as presented. Seconded by Mr. Clausen. Motion carried. 'sir. McLean reported to the Board that the fence for Lino Park had been approved by the Council and the low bid by North Suburban Fence had been accepted. They will install this fence under the guidance of Mr. Gotwald. The cost of this fence will be paid by the City as part of the allocation for Parks that was made last vear in cooperation with the Lions Club. Mr. Kent and Mr. Resch reported on their plans for the Hall property. The first item of need at this location is a second ball diamond. The diamonds at the Lino School that are usually used by the League will not be available this year due to construction at that site. The diamond at Lino Park will not be ready for use this year. They recommended that the pond in front of the City hall be reduced in size by 2/3's with a fountain in the center. Trees to be planted around the area and the driveway lined with trees. Also, in the West and 'Vorth portion of the land a suggested bike trail. They have more work to be done on this plan including bathroom facilities and water fountain. They will try and have finished in at-7ee%, or so with the possibility of a special meeting to consider the additional ball diamond. Mrs. Brisson asked about the possibility_ oaf tennis courts. Mr. Kent and *sr. Resch said they have plans for tennis courts, ball nets, volley ball, etc. Mr. McLean said that space for a double court- hai been graded at the Lino Park. The Lions' Club had gotten a cost estivate of $11,000.00 for the installation of the court, back stops, etc. They felt this was beyond their means at this time. Mr. Clausen presented the following recommendations for Sunrise Park. 1) At least two toilet facilities be in the parr: area to handle all the baseball and softball needs - (satellite or similar facility) the present structure to be destroyed. 2) Some water facilites to be made available. 3) Roads to be repaired and more posts nut in to keep the vehicles on the ro ads. 4) All fields should be brought into good ren_air - (backstops, benches, �\ etc.) 5) Swings and playground equipment should be checked for repair and security. 6) Trash cans to be placed in Sunrise Park at all fields and high-use areas.