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City of Lino Lakes <br /> Park Board Meeting <br /> July 6, 1998 <br /> approximately 1"-2 1/2" in diameter. This species of tree is not <br /> considered a quality species . The removal of the trees would not <br /> diminish the natural beauty of this park, impact the visual <br /> experience of the park area, and there is adequate trees and <br /> brush surrounding this area. <br /> Pam asked how the Friends of the Parks chose this piece of <br /> equipment. Rick explained that there was $1, 600 left in the <br /> budget. That is how much this piece of equipment costs . <br /> Chair Lindy asked if the existing equipment is multi-colored. <br /> Rick stated that most single climbing apparatuses are multi- <br /> colored. Some residents in the area claim this is an eye sore. <br /> There is also concern among the residents regarding additional <br /> equipment in the park. <br /> Joe asked if the funds are matched would there be enough money to <br /> buy something else for the park. He also asked if the equipment <br /> has already been purchased. Rick stated that the $1, 600 is the <br /> total with matched funds . He indicated that the equipment has <br /> been purchased. Rick stated that if there is concern regarding <br /> the Jacobs Ladder in this park, other parks would benefit from <br /> the equipment. <br /> Sharon asked about installation. Rick indicated that <br /> installation will be done in-house. <br /> Pat asked about the age group of children in this area. Rick <br /> stated that this equipment is appropriate for the area. <br /> Chair Lindy stated that this equipment is geared toward older <br /> children. He indicated the equipment will work well in this <br /> park. <br /> Mr. Michael Scheele, 6602 Pheasant Run, came forward and stated <br /> that before money is spent for park equipment for children 12 and <br /> under, money should be spent for children 12 and above. <br /> Chair Lindy explained that the money was raised from a Birchwood <br /> Acres fund-raiser. The money was matched by the Friends of the <br /> Parks, not the City. <br /> Jeff asked if the only concern was color. Rick indicated the <br /> residents are concerned with the color and the addition of <br /> another piece of play equipment. He stated that he was expecting <br /> some residents of the area to be present this evening to address <br /> the Board regarding their concerns . <br /> Paul stated that he did not understand why the residents don' t <br /> want this addition. <br /> 2 <br />