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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-18-1977 Park Board Minutes PARK BOARD July, 1977 No meeting July 18, 1977 The regular meet 4 g of the Lino Lakes Park, Recreation and Environmental Commission was called to order at 8:00 P.M. on July 18, 1977 by Chairman Resch. Members present: Resch, Olson, Gredvig, Scherer, Ringaman. Members absent: Averbeck and Liljedahl . Mr. Schneider, Council Liason was also present. Mr. Scherer moved to approve the minutes of June 20, 1977 as printed. Mr. Olson seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Resch had no, report. Mr. Schneider's Report Mr. Schneider stated that Mr. Gotwald is looking into the possibility of trading the present park area on La Motte Drive for another parcel of land in the same area. The new parking lot in the northeast corner of Sunrise Park is nearly completed. Old Business Mr. Schneider noted that Mrs. La Fond was not aware of the road right of way to the north of her property. He has obtained a copy of the 2 section map from the Office and will show it to her. Mrs. La Fond still has some problems with the park users but not as much as last year and would still like a fence. Mr. Gredvig said nothing more has been done about park land in Country Lakes. Mr. Schneider felt the general feeling of the residents in his area is that they do not have a firm convection of what they want except they would not like to see a lake access near the homes. Mr. Gredvig said he would like to write up a one page survey and distribute it to the residents. Centennial Hockey Assn. - Mr. Don Schackle and Mr. Duane Nordin Mr. Schneider explained the reason the Park Board invited the Hockey Assn. to attend this evening is to begin preparation for'-the City budget. Mr. Schackle said the Assn. would like to see the lighting on both hockey rinks at Sunrise Park brought up to standard. The Assn. feels grading is necessary on both rinks and all boards repaired. The rinks should also be treated with weed killer, both rinks need repair as does both doors on the warming house. Mr. Schneider asked if the rinks and warming house were improved as requested, could the City anticipate volunteer help this coming season again. Mr. Schackle said he would ask this at the next Assn. meeting August 8, 1977. Mr. Schackle said he felt that the snowblower used for cleaning the rinks was a waste of money. What is needed is a good sweeper. Mr. Ringaman arrived at 8: 15 P.M. Mr. Schneider asked what the feeling is on the second rink. There is a question about the expense of the second rink. Page -2- July 18, 1977 Mr. Ringaman felt that the City did not have adequate funds for lights for both rinks. He also felt the north rink might be dismantled. A pleasure rink at Sunrise Park was discussed. An attendant should always- be on duty. There was some vandalism last year. Mr. Nordin felt both rinks were used equally for hockey last season. The season ended with 6 teams using them. He felt a small pleasure rink could be added beyond the dou- ble doors of the hockey rink and then it could be cleaned at the same time as the hockey rink is cleaned and could be supervised easier. Mr. Gredvig suggested that Mr. Volk give the Park Board estimates on repairing both rinks. Mr. Ringaman suggested dismantling the north rink and putting the south rink in super shape. He had talked to Mr. Koosman and he had agreed. Mr. Scherer felt this situation pointed out the need to take cash in lieu of land from City plat developers. Mr. Schneider asked what is the Hockey Assn. opinion of this Citys sharing in the cost of hockey. Mr. Schackle said that Lexington is not participating, Circle Pines provides facilities and maintenance, Blaine porvides nothing, the School contributes a rink but no maintenance. Mr. Ringaman said he would be the liason for the Centennial Hockey Assn. Mr. Schneider asked the gentlemen to ask the Hockey Assn. what the City could expect from the Assn. Mr. Schackle said he would get back to the Park Board. The Board thanked the gentlemen for coming this evening. After further discussion the Board requested that Mr. Volk give them an estimate on the repair of each rink separately. The repair includes bringing the lighting up to standard for each rink, repair of the boards, doors on the rinks, doors on the warming house (possibly metal ) , grading each rink and treating each one with weed killer. Mr. Gredvig moved Louse the $500.00 budgeted for a tot lot, and the $750.00 budgeted for grading LaMotte Park for upgrading the hockey rinks at Sunrise Park. Mr. Scherer seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Budget The Board Members were asked to bring their suggestions as to what should be included in the 1978 budget. Mr. Gredvig asked where do we go from here on the plan for City Hall Park. Mr. Ring- aman suggested that the tree and shrub planting could be started now. Mr. Gredvig felt the parking lot at City Hall could be done in the spring. Suggested Budget List: Tractor, mowers Mr. VoIks maintenance list Satellites Page -3- July 18, 1977 Ag Iime Trailer Rental (warming house) Upgrade warming house at Sunrise Park Emergency Fund Mr. Gredvig thought there should be something in the budget ,for Country Lakes since the City will probably acquire property there within the next year. Mr. Resch and 'Mr. Ringaman asked to be reminded of the Budget meeting on August I , 1977. Mr. Ringaman asked to have Mr. Volk let the Board know of the condition of the snow fence. Mr. Gredvig moved to adjourn at 9:30 P.M. Mr. Ringaman seconded the motion. Aye. /'1