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City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 5, 1998 The October 5, 1998 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 6 : 30pm, by Chair George Lindy. Roll call was taken, members present were Jeff Reinert, Pam Taschuk, Sharon Lane, Pat Huelman, Joe Schmidt, and Paul Montain. Also present were Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director, and Sandie Wood, Office Manager. APPROVAL OF August 3, 1998 MINUTES: Sharon Lane made a motion, seconded by Pam Taschuk, to approve the August 3 , 1998 minutes . The minutes were approved. Mayor Sullivan came forward and stated that the Webelo Scouts Pack #103 was present to observe the meeting to earn their Citizens Badge . She asked Chair Lindy to explain what the Park Board does . Chair Lindy stated that the Park Board is made up of appointed volunteers that are residents of Lino Lakes . The main responsibility of the Park Board is to make recommendations to the City Council regarding land acquisition for park development and overseeing park development . The Park Board is an advisory board only that is responsible for parks, trails, and trail maintenance . Tyler Corson came forward and asked if the Park Board plans to make more parks . Pam stated the Park Board wants to develop more parks but there is not much land left in the City of Lino Lakes . She stated the Park Board struggles to meet the needs of the residents of Lino Lakes . Typically, if there is new development a new park is developed also. Marty Swan came forward and stated that Safety Camp was very good this year. He stated he learned a lot, played games, received a medallion, and had a lot of fun. He stated the camp should not be changed for next year. SETTING THE AGENDA: The agenda was passed as presented. OPEN MIKE• Chair Lindy explained that open mike is an opportunity for citizens to address any issue or topic that is not on the agenda. n No one was present for open mike. 1