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City of Lino Lakes <br /> Park Board Meeting <br /> February 1, 1999 <br /> Wenzel Farms Pedestrian Bridge - Rick advised there is possibly <br /> an option for a pedestrian bridge in the Wenzel Farms development <br /> at a significantly lower cost than previously discussed. He <br /> stated more information on this issue will be available at the <br /> March 1, 1999 Park Board meeting. <br /> Chair Lindy noted it was already determined the Arena Acres <br /> tennis courts would be resurfaced so a survey is not needed. <br /> Rick concurred and stated the Board can finalize the 1999 Goals <br /> at the March meeting so bids can be awarded with installation in <br /> late spring/early summer. Chair Lindy stated the 1999 Goals <br /> should also include committing $4 , 500 from dedicated funds toward <br /> improving Field 1 at City Hall Park. <br /> RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE: <br /> New Format of Summer Playground Program - Rick explained that <br /> previously the Summer Playground Program fee was fully subsidized <br /> by General Fund dollars but by charging a fee for the summer <br /> playground program, the City will be able to recruit and hire <br /> more experienced staff, supply more planned crafts, eliminate the <br /> fee for the playground finale, provide t-shirts to all registered <br /> participants, provide necessary supplies and equipment for the <br /> theme weeks, and provide for specialty instruction during the <br /> summer. He stated the intent is to provide an enriched <br /> curriculum in a more defined way with each week revolving around <br /> a different set theme . He stated it is felt the benefits gained <br /> outweigh the proposed $25 fee ($4/week) . Rick noted the <br /> recommendation of six sites with the deletion of Birchwood Acres <br /> Park due to its low participation level of last year. <br /> Options Summer Program - Rick presented the 9-week 1999 Options <br /> Summer Program which was put together with the NW Family YMCA for <br /> children in grades K through 5 . He reviewed the schedule for <br /> this program, structure of activities, and enrichment classes to <br /> be offered. Rick advised that enrollment has been limited to 40 <br /> with priority given to residents of Lino Lakes and the Centennial <br /> School District . <br /> PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE: <br /> Rick presented the Park Department maintenance highlights for <br /> January and answered questions related to the City' s activity to <br /> clear trails after snow events . <br /> OLD BUSINESS: <br /> �. Master Planning Meeting for Behm' s Century Farm Park and Marshan <br /> Park - Rick encouraged members to attend the second Master <br /> 8 <br />