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y The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Park, Recreation and Environmental
Commission was called to order at 8:10 P.M. by Chairman Clausen on
June 16, 1975. Members present: Hanson, Brisson and McGeary. Members
absent: LeTourneau and Resch. Councilman McLean was also present.
Mrs. Brisson moved to accept the minutes of the May 29, 1975 meeting as
written. Motion seconded by Mr. Clausen, Motion carried.
Mr. Clausen introduced Mr. Rodney Hanson to all members of the Park
Commission as he is a new member replacing Mrs. Betty Kendall , who resigned
earlier.
Mr. Clausen read a letter he received from the Anoka County Council of
Economic Opportunity, Inc. regarding fees charged and the effect this may
have on low income persons. It was the feeling of the Park Commission
that since the City does not charge any fees for use of the parks that
this letter need not be passed to the council and the Clerk was asked
to inform the Chairperson of the CAP as such.
Mr. McLean advised the Commission that the 6 & 7th holes on the golf course
have been rebuilt and that the county is now working on the clubhouse.
The County has agreed to manage the golf course for one more year and then the
City will have the option of taking over management. At the present time
the County is not charging green fees as the course is not completly finished
but they will be imposing the green fees ($2.25) in the near future.
Mr. McLean advised the Commission to start thinking about the eventual
take-over of the golf course and the "pros and cons" to such an acquisition.
The meeting was continued at 8:20 P.M. until 9:10 P.M. to give the Park
Commission members an opportunity to visit all the City Parks and to
get a better idea of what needs to be done in each park.
Upon returning, Mr. Warren Gessler was waiting to discuss the condition
of Lino Park. Mr. Gessler is the coach of the Babe Ruth League that
uses Lino Park. Mr. Gessler wanted to know when the park would be ready
for use this year.
He was reminded of the weather and the problems that the City Crews have
had in getting an opportunity to mow due to all the rain.
The parking lot at Lino Park will be blacktopped as soon as the contractor
can get a crew in their. It has been graded and staked and parking stakes
have been Out in to keep cars out of the proposed parking lots. It was noted
that one of the stakes had been removed and motorcycles and horses have been
driven through the park and the ball diamonds. The Road Dept. will be instructed
to post "No motorized vechiles or horses" signs at both Lino Park and the Hall
Park.
Mr. Gessler was asked to instruct all players and spectators to please keep
their cars in the designated parking areas only.
Mr. Gessler was asked where the Hollywood Bases were being kept that the
Lions Club donated for Lino Park. He said that they were being kept by
. himself or Mr. Hanson. Mr. McLean reminded him that the bases were
City Property and that they should be returned to the City Hall at the end of
the season for storage.
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The condition of the parks was next for discussion and it was generally
agreed that a lot of work is needed and now to upgrade the parks for
the summer season.
Due to the very rainy weather that this area has been experiencing in the
past month it has been almost impossible to get the parks mowed, even the
infields in some instances.
The Public Works Supervisor will be instructed to mow all parks as soon
as it is dry enough to get the mowers in without them sinking in mud.
There is a problem with trash at all the parks and in particular
at Sunrise Park and Lino Parks. The City Crews will be instructed
to take care of the trash problems this week and to keep the parks
policed in the future.
The State Youth Employment Act/Urban C.E.T. began this Monday and
five teen-agers are working in the parks under the supervision of
Mr. Volk. The County picks up the tab and pays the workers. The
local match is 20% this year.
The youths will be painting, mowing, repairing and other general
work as needed.
Mr. McLean and Mr. Clausen reported on the canoe trip that was taken
through the Chain of Lakes on June 14 with the rest of the Advisory
�-� Committe for the County Park.
The plans that are being formulated for the Park are very ambitious
and will provide this area with many recreational features that the
City could never match.
A nature center with overnight facilities and research facilities is
being planned for a portion of George Watch Lake. There is consideration
being given to restricting motorized vehicles in this area with access
only by foot except for small maintanence vehicles.
There is some thought to restricting power boats on Peltier Lake and
this is being done because it is felt that the lake wont support the
traffic: that power boats will bring.
Hiking Traill are being planned with minimum rest facilities. Toilet
facilities will be provided but they will be self-contained units.
Cross Country Ski Trails and nature trails will be provided. The two
will intersect and join in some places - to make maximum use of the area.
The hiking trails will connect with Ramsey County's Trail System.
There are some preliminary plans to provide overnight family camping
sits with a possible limit of 50 units on any given night.
Some talk of a day camp with a population of 250 children is being
considered, but Mr. McLean and Mr. Clausen feel that more research
must be given to those two projects - the number of people could
tend to 'over-populate' the parks and cause the downfall very quickly.
Mr. Hanson asked if there is a target .date set for the opening yet?
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Mr. Clausen said no, they have until March, 1976 to complete their
study and present a final plan.
Mr. Charles Cape, Civil Defense Director, has requested the use
of the Warming House at the Sunrise Park for Tuesdays and Thursdays
during July to conduct a firearms safety class. Mr. McGeary moved
to recommend to the Council that this be allowed as requested.
Mrs. Brisson seconded the motion. Motion passed.
Mr. McGeary moved to adjourn at 10:45 P.M. Seconded by Mrs. Brisson.
Aye.
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