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Park Board Meeting - February 7, 2005 Minutes 110 NEW BUSINESS: Discuss Merit of Park Liaisons - Rick stated historically, the Park Board has assigned a member to each of the 21 neighborhood parks on an annual basis to serve as the park liaison. Rick indicated that since 1997, he does not recall a situation where a designated park liaison has attended a neighborhood meeting or addressed concerned residents without City staff and /or other members present. There have also been situations where the designated park liaison was uncomfortable conveying the Park Board's position to their neighbors. (Typically, park board members have been assigned to be the park liaison for their neighborhood park.) • Rick suggested the Park Board members discuss the merit of continuing with the practice of assigning an individual park board member to address any concerns that may arise regarding a neighborhood park; or if any concerns comments, or suggestions should be conveyed at the monthly park board meeting. Bill stated he feels a sense of ownership to the parks he is assigned to. He indicated he makes sure he is aware of what is happening at the particular park so he can better answer resident's questions. Aaron agreed there is an ownership aspect with being a park liaison. He stated he also believes resident's may be more comfortable approaching a park liaison as opposed to the entire Park Board. Pat stated he also like the ownership aspect of being a park liaison. Paul added he takes pride in the parks he is assigned to. Rick referred to the 2004 list of Park Board Park Liaisons and asked if any changes should be made. Aaron Frederickson made a motion, seconded by Bill Kusterman, to adopt the 2004 Park Board Liaison list for year 2005, as presented. The motion was approved. Elect 2005 Community Service Award Committee Member - Rick advised each fall, the Lino Lakes Community Service Award is presented to two residents whose actions and service make a significant impact on the community. Dr. Lindy was a recipient in 2001. Each of the advisory boards is requested to elect a member to participate in the evaluation process. Last year Paul Montain was the Park Board's representative.