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• Park Board Meeting - November 7, 2005 Minutes Volunteer Application Form - Rick referred to a copy of the volunteer application form that the Recreation Department has recently implemented. PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor, which summarizes the maintenance highlights for October 2005. He noted new gates and stop signs were installed at the trail entrance on the east side of Rice Lake Elementary School due to an accident. Chair Lindy requested Rick inquire about the Patrol Program at the school regarding this issue. NEW BUSINESS: Determine 2006 Park Board Schedule - Rick referred to a proposed schedule of 2006 Park Board meetings. It was the consensus of the Park Board to change the July meeting to Monday, July 10, 2006. CONSIDER 2006 PARK BOARD GOALS: Rick advised it is time to start considering possible Park Board Goals for 2006. He reviewed an updated Dedicated Parks Fund sheet noting the amount of total Undesignated Funds is $155,598. • He noted the City Council has also designated $30,000 for trails development in the proposed 2006 General Fund Budget. Aaron suggested the Park Board look at completing the trail along Birch Street and possibly a survey regarding the need for a dog park within the City. Chair Lindy suggested constructing a bridge in Pheasant Hills. Aaron excused himself from the meeting at 8:30pm. Pam suggested constructing open air shelters at Behm's and Highland Parks. Pat suggested the possibility of re- master planning Country Lakes Park. Rick advised the Park Board can continue this discussion at the meeting in December. Chair Lindy requested Rick inquire with the County regarding a mountain bike trail within the regional park. • NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING: Chair Lindy advised the next Park Board meeting would be held on Monday, December 5, 2005, 6:30 p.m. 3