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Park Board <br />March 6, 2023 <br />pg. 4 <br /> <br />FINAL MINUTES <br /> <br />The subject of a dog park was most recently discussed with the City Council during the <br />December 7, 2020 work session. The concept of developing and operating a city-owned <br />dog park has been discussed periodically since 2006. <br />Mr. Termont would like clarification on why Lino Lakes needs a dog park when dog <br />parks are normally a county issue. <br />Mrs. Schmidt stated we can’t keep up with the parks we have already. She's not sure how <br />she feels about having to keep up with a dog park. Would like to add a dog park <br />eventually. <br />Mr. Termont discussed how he talked with an individual from Anoka County and was <br />told Anoka County was considering a dog park near Lino Lakes. Would like more <br />information from Anoka County. <br />Mr. Kusterman is against a dog park in Lino Lakes. As stated, there are a few dog parks <br />in communities nearby. <br />Mrs. Schmidt asked if the dog park would be located at Tower Park. Mr. DeGardner <br />replied that this is one location that has been discussed. The major drawback is that a <br />regional dog park is located at Otter Lake Dog Park. <br />Mr. Kusterman feels like Tower Park is the only park that would work for a dog park. <br />Mr. Huelman stated the Park Board has other higher priorities than a dog park at this <br />time. <br />Mrs. Schmidt stated, if a dog park is located at Tower Park, what does that mean for <br />phase 2? Eventually, it was supposed to have a shelter and basketball court. What is more <br />important to the residents of Lino Lakes? <br />Mrs. Ballering asked if Councilmember Lyden has received feedback from the <br />community about wanting a dog park. <br />Mr. Termont discussed that Kansas City is facing an epidemic with their dogs because of <br />a dog park. <br />Mr. Huelman wants to find out how much other communities have spent on dog parks. <br />Mr. DeGardner discussed Tower Park and City Hall Park as locations for a dog park. If <br />the Park Board only sees City Hall Park as a viable option for a dog park, Mr. DeGardner <br />could retain a consultant and ask for a few options of what a dog park could look like at <br />City Hall Park. Mr. Huelman and Mr. Kusterman find this option reasonable. <br />Mr. Huelman does not want to see a dog park at Country Lakes Park. <br />Mrs. Ballering would like a new estimate for the dog park. <br /> <br />10. NEXT SCHEDULED PARK BOARD MEETING