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PARR BOARD MINUTES Monday, December 2, 1991 another golf course that may be going in, and asked who Marty had been referring to. Mr. Asleson explained that Al Robinson has been talking about building one, and that there could possibly be a joint venture here. The first thing would be to start to collect some data and facts by going through the Minnesota Public Golf Association. Recreation Programs - Barry Bernstein explained his plans for winter programs. He noted that skating will soon be starting, and he and Marty Asleson are in the final stages of hiring warming house attendants. Both Marty and Barry are keeping a close watch on the budget, and are trying to do the best job within a limited budget. They went on to explain that some first year programs are experimental, but we are learning from that experience. Marty Asleson has suggested a broomball league for junior high age students. He would like to see some constructive type of activity on our rinks for teens. There are also plans to try a co-rec softball program for that same age group in the Spring. District #831 Agreement - Mr. Asleson informed the board that the agreement with the Forest Lake School District has been approved by our city attorney, and will now go on to the council. Comprehensive Park Plan - Mr. Asleson reported that the Comprehensive Park Plan Advisory Committee has reached the point where they will be ready for public input. He referred to the meeting coming up on December loth and expects to be ready for a public meeting sometime after the first of the year. Warming House at Birch Park - George Lindy asked about the warming house at Birch Park, the costs and the current status, are we still leasing it? Yes, with option to buy. Marty Asleson explained he just recently negotiated a new deal to lease for one more year. At the end of this year we have to pay it off. The cost for leasing the shelter is $160. 00 month. It doesn't appear that there will be any money budgeted for another alternative to this building for some time to come. George Lindy suggested that maybe it would be prudent to purchase the shelter now instead of making payments, and perhaps add cedar siding and upgrade the looks of it. Don Volk will research the options involved here, and report back to the park board. There was no other old business. NEW BUSINESS: - There was no new business ADJOURN: Candi Toffoli made a motion to adjourn. It was seconded by 6