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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01-07-1980 Park Board Minutes PARK BOARD January, 1980 Minutes but no agenda or packet n Park Board Meeting January 7 1980 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order at 8 : 00 P.M. on January 7 , 1980 by Chairperson Liljedahl . Mrs . Liljedahl reminded the Board Members this meeting is being taped and asked that when motions are made that they identify themselves . Members present ; Shaughnessy , Scherer , Johnson , Liljedahl . Absent; Foster Cheesebrough , Crouse . Mr. Scherer moved to approve the minutes of December 3, 1979 as pre- sented . Seconded by Mr. Johnson . Motion declared passed . The election of officers was considered . Mr . Scherer moved to appoint Mrs . Liljedahl as chairperson . Seconded by Mr , Shaughnessy . The motion declared passed. Mr . Scherer moved to appoint Mr , Tom Shaughnessy as Vice-chairmam. Seconded by Mr . Johnson . Motion declared passed. 1yrs . Liljedahl introduced Mr . Marty Jesson of the Metropolitan Parks and asked him to explain the problems in relation to the City 's grant application . Mr . Jesson explained that the State Planning Agency is the ones responsible for the administration of the grant . The major items that affect who get the grants was explained. A very minor portion of the monies available �.� _goes to the rural area , with no more than $100 ,000 . 00 going to any one area . The applications are ranked are ranked within their respective areas . The projects compete against other projects . Metro looks at four things 1) how many people will be served by the project; what are the charteristic of the populations; Z) the sites design - can the site support what is being planned; 3) the community 's ability to program use of the site; 4) is usable by entire population , area threatened by develop- ment , overall planning of community - fiscal effort and conditions of community - their own effort . After the recreational portion is rated, then the housing factor is considered. He asked if there were specific questions and Mrs . Liljedahl gestioned the fact that Lino Lakes was not considered because the City is not rated in either classification . The availability of water and sewer was questioned and Mr . Jesson said this is one of the areas considered and is a factor . Mrs . Liljedahl asked if the policy plans that affect the rating of this City and Mr. Jesson said the completion of the Comprehensive Land Use Plan indicating the planned development area and the people who would be served by this park. The plan should include the capital improvement program. The part that the housing plays in consideration of these grants was discussed. A certain availability of low income houseing, multiple dwellings , senior citizen housing - these all pay a part . Mr . Jesson also reminded the Board that this City only competes with the rural areas within the metropolitan area - not some small community out state . Mr. Jesson advised the Board that if they were to submit this same plan for a grant this year , to relate this project to the population and be sure the Council gets full information on this factor . Park Board January 7 , 1980 Page Two �1 Mrs . Liljedahl pointed out to Mr. Jesson that the main concern of this Board was not the fact that the City did not receive the grant , but the fact that the City was not even considered due to the classification . There was discussion on the pros and cons of buying park land and develop- ing existing parks - or to hold the existing money in interest bearing accounts . Mr . Jesson felt that if the City has plans , they should carry them out now. He felt that by not acquiring lands or carrying out con-- truction plans , money is being lost through inflation . There was discussion on the plans for the City Hall Park, the plans , who it would serve . Mrs . Elsenpeter felt that in order for a grant to be considered, it should be in the area of the greatest population . She felt that this Board should concentrate their efforts in supplying what would be considered by Metro Council as fulfilling the requirements . Mr . Jesson was thanked for his time and information . Mr. Glenn Rehbein could not be here this evening but Mr . Ken Rehbein was present to discuss Arena Acres . Mr . Rehbein presented a map with his proposal for the park in this plat . There was discussion on the building of this park and Mr. Rehbein asked if the City would maintain the park. He was told that once the Park is completed and dedicated to the City, then the City maintains the park. The Park Board suggested that this park be completed in the very early stages of development . They felt it made an attractive selling point . There was discussion on two tennis courts - Mr. Rehbein felt one was plenty . There was discussion on the size of the courts and if there was space enough for two and a tot lot . The Board had originally requested several lots but had agreed to a smaller area fully developed . Mr . Schumacher pointed out that if these are the only tennis courts in the City , there will be a lot of outside use of these courts . He also suggest- ed that the Park Board get very specific as to what they would like to see installed in this park . Mrs . Lil9edahl suggested that all interested parties get together and come up with a specific plan . Mr . Rehbein suggested giving the lot and some cash . The Board felt that Mr _ Rehbein could get more for his money that the City could . The Park Board will discuss this with Mr . SChumacher and he will negotiate with Mr. Rehbein on what will be done in this area . Mr. Shaughnessy moved that the Park Board recommend the acceptance of Lot 7 in Arena Acres with Mr, Ken Rehbein to construct 2 tennis courts and a tot lot in this lot . Seconded by Mr . Scherer . Motion declared passed. There was discussion on the park in Shenandoah . Mr . Rehbein had agreed to grade and seed this area . Mr. Schumacher reported that Mr . Rehbein had written a letter stating that he will grade this property and that he did not have an agreement as to any installation of equipment , Park Board January 7 , 1980 Page Three There was discussion on the fact that this area is mostly under water. There was discussion on Shenandoah III. The Park Board felt that had never looked at this plat . Mrs . Liljedahl requested that Mr. Glenn Rehbein he present at the next meeting. The next item on the agenda was an attendant at the Sunrise warming house . Mrs . Elesepeter had been informed this facility is to be used by the hockey players only . Mr. Scherer said that neighboring communties require a nominal charge for the use of the facilities . Mr. Schumacher said there is some work done by the hockey association but just on the hockey rinks . Mrs . Liljedahl said rules should be posted, hours should be noted and there should be an attendant . Mrs . Elsenpeter had checked with Blaine as to who they use . Using the maximum number of hours for the rest of the year the cost should be about $1000 . 00 . There was discussion of using Senior Citizens in this capacity . There was also a suggestion that CETA funds be investigated . Mr. Johnson moved to recommend to the Council that an attendant be hired or the warming house at Sunrise Park . Hours to be from to be from 3 :00 to 8 :00 P .M. weekdays , 10 : 00 A .M. to 6 : P .M. on Saturdays and 12 :00 Noon to 6:00 P .M. on Sundays with the money to come from general operating expenses . Seconded by Mr. Shaughnessy , Motion declared passed. The capital improvment program discussion was delayed until Mr . Volk could be present . Mr . Schumacher reported that %9 ,546 . 06 invested at 5%% and some at 7 . 5% He asked for guidance as to howhe should reivest this money . Mr . Shaughnessy moved to authorize Mr. Schumacher to invest up to 50 ,000 , 00 in 6 months certificate or less at the highest rate of interest possible . Seconded Mr. Johnson . Motion declared passed. Under old business , Mr. Scherer brought up the payment of expenses for the Board members . This will be presented at the next Council meeting. Mr . Scherer moved to adjourn . Seconded by Mr . Johnson . Aye .