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• City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting January 4,2000 REVIEW 1999 ACCOMPLISHMENTS: Rick reviewed a list of Public Services Department 1999 Accomplishments. See packet on file for information. Paul asked if there were any disappointments in 1999. Rick advised the biggest problem is trail renovation and restoration. Trails will be a big priority in 2000 if funding is available. The only trail that needs to be paved in Behm's Century Farm. Rick added that staff also installed a wood fence and landscaping around the lift station at Sunrise Park. Pat noted Wenzel Farms is not on the list. Rick stated he is also very frustrated about the progress of the trail connection from Trappers Crossing to Birch Park. RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick referred to the Program Highlights from December, 1999. He noted the special events that n.luded Secret Holiday Shop, Letters from Santa, and Snow Da Rick also advised the Parks and R purchasing two scoreboards for t Park. It is expected that the this summer's softball season. atfon Department will be tball fields at Sunrise eboards will be in use by Pam asked if the ski trip w en on December 28, 1999. Rick advised there was a ski t .iroximately 20 -25 kids were involved. Pam asked if the ski ark open to other residents. Rick advised the ski trips re open to those who don't live in Lino Lakes. PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Park Supervisor, which summarizes the maintenance highlights for December, 1999. Rick noted the Park Maintenance Department has a problem with the tanker truck. It is currently in the shop getting the tank patched. This has limited the Parks Department to hose flooding at the rinks that have a water source. He noted the purchase of a new tanker truck is in the 2001 budget. OLD BUSINESS: • Distribute 2000 Meeting Dates - Rick reviewed the meeting dates for 2000. Rick noted the September 5, 2000, meeting will hopefully involve a park tour and BBQ. 3