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City of Lino Lakes <br /> Park Board Meeting <br /> February 1, 1999 <br /> AOIN <br /> approached but he believes the same principals can apply to <br /> maintain open spaces . <br /> Jeff Smyser stated staff will keep the Board informed as the <br /> process moves forward. <br /> DISCUSSION OF SUBMITTING DNR TRAIL LINKAGE GRANT: <br /> Rick advised that Anoka County received a Metropolitan Council <br /> grant of $1 . 644 million for improvements to the 2 , 550 acre Rice <br /> Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve . Staff is in the <br /> process of completing an application for the 1999 DNR Cooperative <br /> Trail Linkage Program to obtain matching funds to complete trail <br /> connections between residential areas and significant public <br /> recreation facilities . He reviewed possible trail connections to <br /> the County trail system and requested input . Rick stated this is <br /> a matching grant program so a decision will be needed to commit <br /> $45, 000 of funding should the grant be received. <br /> Paul Montain made a motion, seconded by Pam Taschuk, to authorize <br /> staff to submit an application for 1999 Cooperative Trail Linkage <br /> Program for $45, 000 of matching grant funds . The motion passed. <br /> n <br /> ACCEPT DONATION FROM FLAAA: <br /> Rick explained the Forest Lake Athletic Association (FLAAA) has <br /> donated $2 , 500 for ball field improvements . He recommended the <br /> funds be used toward the installation of a new backstop and bench <br /> area for City Hall Park Field 1 which is estimated to cost <br /> $7, 000 . Rick advised that the City is grateful for this donation <br /> and these are the two fields primarily used by the FLAAA. He <br /> stated Lino Park was renovated last fall and these two parks are <br /> now the priority since there are safety concerns involved. <br /> Paul Montain made a motion, seconded by Pam Taschuk, to thank the <br /> FLAAA for this generous donation and approve the use of the <br /> $2 , 500 donation to offset the cost to install a new infield, <br /> backstop, and bench area for City Hall Park Field 1 which is <br /> estimated to cost $7, 000, with $4, 500 funded from the park <br /> dedication fund. The motion passed. <br /> REVIEW OF 1999 PARK BOARD GOALS: <br /> Skateboard Ramp - Rick noted the information contained in the <br /> meeting packet on different types of skateboard ramps and <br /> associated costs . He stated if it is decided to move forward <br /> with this type of facility, staff will select a site and contact <br /> students to gain their input . <br /> 6 <br />