08/03/1998 Park Board Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Search

City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting July 6, 1998 lease the land. All other responsibilities will be up to the group. Rick emphasized that there are lawsuits all the time. The City Attorney will have to have all these issue addressed to ensure the City is not liable. He applauded the children for their effort. Chair Lindy stated that the Park Board will agree to lease the property contingent upon the City Attorney' s opinion and contract. Residents will have to construct the track and provide proof of insurance. Pat asked if the City will review and inspect the track. Joe stated the City will not be involved with the BMX track. Paul suggested the lease be a short term lease because the park has been master planned. The business aspects of the lease will be negotiated to protect the City. Chair Lindy noted that stipulations from the insurance company may change the decision of the Park Board. Mr. Scheele added that the parents of the children that used the track did agree that they are responsible for injuries . Injuries have already occurred. Chair Lindy stated that the Board agrees to lease the land. The next step is to obtain insurance and provide it to the City Attorney. A contract will then be drawn up for a final presentation and review. Pam noted this is a great learning experience for the children. She stated that she hopes it works out for them. Rick suggested Mr. Scheele offer waivers from parent for permission to use the track to the insurance company. Mr. Scheele thanked the Board for their time. Sharon asked if the City will pay the City Attorney for any work done. Rick stated the City will deal with payment of the City Attorney. Sharon noted concern regarding residents in the area. Mr. Scheele stated that all neighbors in the area are involved. He also stated that a fund-raiser could pay the City Attorney. 6