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PARK BOARD August 4, 1986 Page Two longer part of the Centennial Hockey Association and that the group calls them- selves CACC (Centennial Area Civic Center) , currently in the process of incorpor- ating as a charitable, non-profit organization. Mr. Arntzen stated that his organization is looking for a commitment from Lino Lakes or Circle Pines for a piece of property (approximately 2z acres) on which to build an ice arena to service the communities in the area. Though the group would not need to own the property, they would need authority to manage the operation of the ice arena. The opinion of the CACC is that the ice arena which was proposed through the school recently did not become a reality because the citizens were concerned that taxes would increase. Ray Johnson suggested Country Lakes Park as a site. Mr. Volk thought that there may be a problem due to the fact that Country Lakes Park has been developed with a grant and the plan for Country Lakes did not include a ice arena when the grant was made available. Mr. Lindy asked that staff check into the possibility of using Country Lakes Park, particularly checking with the grant administration office to see if this would create a problem. Mr. Arntzen was asked whether utilities would be recommended for the ice arena. He did not feel that utilities would be needed, however they would need to follow the zoning regulations of the City. The CACC needs a commitment for a piece of land immediately in order to begin fund raising. When $250,000 is raised the building could begin. Ray Johnson thought that another possibility would be the lots which were just recently received at Sunset Oaks. Mr. Volk explained the growth that the City expects to see along Lake Drive near 35W and said that possibly a few years down the road this would be a suitable location. Mr. Arntzen stated that at this time a commitment for land- is needed, the particular location would not need to be designated. MOTION: Mr. Lindy moved to approve in concept the idea of an ice arena and make available to CACC, 2-1/2 acres we have available, for an ice arena facility. Ken Johnson seconded the motion which carried unanimously. Mr. Volk was asked to put together a list of possible sites for the ice arena. COUNTRY LAKES PARK The following updates were given on Country Lakes Park: - The fishing dock is in and being used regularly. - Signs are on order and delivery is expected within 2 - 3 weeks and will be erected immediately after delivery. - Buoys are on order. - Mr. Volk is negotiating with the prison officials for a crew to brush and clear the area as needed. This should be sometime this year. - Mr. Volk is working with the Police and Fire Departments for a rescue system. - Park will be soon ready for grand opening.