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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-07-1979 Park Board Minutes PARK BOARD May, 1979 Minutes but no agenda or packet n May 7, 1979 The regular meeting of the Park Board was called to order at 8: 11 p.m. , May 7, 1979, by Ina Liljedahl , Chairman. Members present: Tom Shaughnessy, Peter Scherer, Charles Cheesebrough and Council liaison Richard Zelinka. Members absent: Larry Crouse, Gary Foster, Ken Johnson. Don Volk and Hank Amundsen, from the Lino Lakes Lion's Club, were also present. Mr. Scherer moved that the Park Board approve the minutes of the last regular meeting. Motion seconded by Mr. Shaughnessy. Motion declared passed. Mr. Amundsen presented a description of the proposed shelter for Lino Park, to be donated by the Lino Lakes Lion' s Club. The shelter measures 24 x 40, is all metal , prefinished, with posts set in concrete (a concrete slab will be poured this summer) . The shelter meets the building inspector's requirements and a permit has been issued. The proposed location in the park is up towards the front, either to the north or south side, depending on which side the Park Board would eventually want to expand the playground equipment. Mr. Shaughnessy moved the Park Board recommend the proposed shelter as is , providing it is located in such a way as to not interfere with present equipment in the park, to the Council for final approval at their next meeting, May 14. Motion seconded by Mr. Scherer. Motion declared passed. Mr. Volk presented for consideration the rough plans for an all-season building to be erected in the Municipal Park. Mr. Volk suagested a site in the west central area of the park as being most suitable for the split-entry design of the building. The lower level would make use of the dip in the topography of the park there. It would be located near the present parking lot, making it accessible but not surrounded by cars. The site of the future pleasure rink was discussed in connection with this. It had previously been decided to put this in the low area so as to utilize a spot unsuitable for anything else. The problem of water supply for the skating rink was also considered, in terms of running a hose or underground connection from the present well , or putting in a new well . Capacity of the present well , costs, and future expansion needs were considered. Suaaestions and additional facets of the plan were discussed: --Mr. Scherer suggested the neeting room, measuring 24 x 30 on the plans , be enlarged by 6 or 8 feet (24 x 38) for general convenience and possible future needs. Mr. Zelinka felt that the room as is would be sufficient for athletic group meetings , if this was to be its function; he also suggested that if neces- sary a wider (30 x 30) rather than longer (24 x 38) room would be better. --There are two exits and entrances for each level ; Mrs. 'Liljedahl felt that there should be a ramp as well as steps on the upper level . --It is not possible to gain access to the rest of the building from any of the outside facilities ; there are also provisions for handicapped facilities. --Mr. Volk estimated that the total cost of the all-season building would run approximately $50,000. He indicated that this was just a general plan, and an n exterior would need to be decided on, as well as interior decoration and furn- ishings. He felt that the lower level would probably be cinder block, and that there are a number of maintenance-free exteriors available for the rest of the building. Mr. Zelinka brought up the point that since it would be a public Page 2 Park Board, May 7, 1979 building, it might need fire proof walls, in which case, cinder blocks all the way up would probably be the least expensive alternative. --Mrs. Liljedahl inquired into the feasibility of having an opening off the kitchenette for summertime concessions. Since the upper level is too far off the ground, the possibilities of putting the kitchenette on the lower level were considered. In this case, however, it would no longer be near the meeting room, and Mr. Zelinka pointed out that it would possibly be subject to more minor vandalism if on the more frequently used and accessible lower floor. It was felt that the possibilities of having the kitchenette on an accessible wall should be considered in future plans. --The question of whether the storage room was adequate was brought up by Mr. Scherer. It is designed to contain sports equipment and the snowblower for the rink. Mr. Scherer suggested it be enlarged, with a view to future expansion needs. Mr. Zelinka questioned the necessity of a larger area, pointing out that it would merely accumulate miscellaneous items from the city or other agencies that would be difficult to get rid of if the area was ever needed, and the Park Board would be no better off in the long run. Mrs. Liljedahl inquired as to the possibility of an attic storage space; Mr. Volk indicated that it would not be large enough. --Mr. Scherer was interested in the possibilities for future expansion, if neces- sary. Mr. Volk felt this would be possible, especially along the west wall , although there were other options as well . --Mr. Zelinka suggested that any doors should be on an observed wall for a youth structure. --Mr. Shaughnessy brought up the advantages of having an overhang on the top story. Mr. Zelinka felt that it would afford some sort of shelter in inclement weather when the building is closed. --Mr. Scherer moved that the Park Board have Mr. Volk contact the city engineer to discuss the plans and suggestions with him in time to have a preliminary presentation to the Council at their next meeting, May 14. It was felt that the water supply problem should be discussed as well . Mr. Shaughnessy seconded the motion. Motion declared passed. The Park Board felt this expense would fall within the "reasonable amounts" guideline set by the Council . The Park Board requested that they receive monthly financial statements on current Park Board funds, as they had in the past. Mr. Zelinka reported to the Board regarding the development just off Pine; the Council had accepted cash in lieu of land in this case, because the area in question had been designated a ponding area by the developer. The Council had felt cash preferable to a less-than-value equivalent. The Park Board requested that because of the amount of travel they do that they be paid mileage expenses. Mrs. Liljedahl suggested that in the future the Park Board consider having available drawings of each of their parks. Page 3 Park Board, May 7, 1979 Mr. Scherer brought up the matter of how the Council determines the cash payment in lieu of land for the Park Board. Mr. Shaughnessy moved the Park Board recommend that the Council reassess this system, considering a 50 percent increase; and that this be reassessed or reevaluated on an annual basis as of June 1 of each year. He also felt cost-of-living increases should be considered. Seconded by Mr. Scherer. Motion declared passed. Mr. Scherer made a motion to recommend to the Council that a fee of $150 per living unit along with a yearly increase according to the cost-of-living index be collected. Seconded by Mr. Shaughnessy. Motion declared passed. This recommendation had been previously made to the Council February 6, 1978. The Park Board felt this should be considered particularly in relation to land designated by meets and bounds. Mr. Cheesebrough moved that the Council approve the fabrication and installation of a sign on the City Hall Park, size not to exceed 8 x 10, prices to be ascer- tained by Mr. Volk and bids, if any, presented to the Council for consideration. Motion seconded by Mr. Shaughnessy. Motion declared passed. Mr. Volk said he would check on the possibilities of having the Vo-Tech school (916) do the work on the sign. Mrs. Liljedahl read a police department report concerning a complaint and minor incident in one of the parks. She noted that this has been the first one received by the Park Board this year. There was some discussion about the Park Board's plan to combine adjacent pieces of property from two plats to form one larger park area. Mrs. Liljedahl brought up for discussion the problem of reservations for ball fields in the parks during the summer. At present it is not required to specify whether the reservation is for practice or for a game. Mrs. Liljedahl moved that during the summer months, reservations on ball fields for practice use should be contingent on a game being played there when no other fields are available. Mr. Shaughnessy seconded the motion. Motion declared passed. Mrs. Liljedahl also noted that the standard ratio is two practices to a game per week. It was noted that a gentleman from the Junior Chamber of Commerce on the agenda for the evening had not arrived. Mr. Shaughnessy moved to adjourn at 9:50 p.m. Seconded by Mr. Cheesebrough. Motion declared passed.