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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-04-1984 Park Board Minutes Park Board June 4 , 1984 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order by Chairman Johnson on June 4 , 1984 at 7 :00 P.M. Members present : Sherer, R. Johnson, Lindy , Arntzen , Nissen . Flannery absent . MINUTES - APRIL 2 , 1984 Mr. R. Johnson moved to approve minutes as presented . Seconded by Mr. Sherer. Motion carried. BMX TRACK This agenda item was delayed due to Mr. Kleinhas ' absence. However, when brought to the floor, the discussion of the Council 's concerns as summarized by Mr . Schumacher revolved around a March 16 letter stating the needs of the track and disposition of each item: A concrete slab for starting has been completed for approximately $120 , paid for by Lions . City crew completed addition of eight to ten loads of "Class 5" . Signs identifying track are completed as donated by Lions . At this time, no members were aware of any conflicts in power usage . Track was to make arrangements with Luther ' s to run power during use rather than installing electricity to the track. The one item which has not yet been completed is the announcer 's tower (at an approximate cost of $250-$350) which the Park Board authorized at an earlier meeting. A concern was voiced regarding a possible noise problem with the completion of the announcer 's stand. The consensus of the Board was that the equipment to be used will not have the ability to cause a nuisance to the surrounding residents . Mr. Schumacher will present the question of the announcer 's stand at the next meeting of the City Council . A suggestion was also made that the BMX track could use another one or two trash barrels . Mr. Schumacher to check on this . DRAFT SUMMARY, RECREATIONAL SURVEY FOLLOW-UP In Jim Flannery 's absence, Mr. Schumacher circulated the draft summary . The Board unanimously agreed that it has been put together in the best interest of the Board and should be published in the three area news- papers . Mr. Schumacher to contact Mr. Flannery and see that the summary be published. DISCUSSION OF PURCHASE OF WATER WORKS PROPERTY ON BALDWIN LAKE Mr. Schumacher brought to the attention of the Board that representatives of the St. Paul Water Works Department have questioned the City of Lino Lakes as to whether or not we intend to continue to lease a ten-acre parcel of land at the south end of Baldwin Lake. They own the piece of land which we have leased for approximately 15 years at $1 per year for recreational purposes . During this lease period, nothing has been done with the land. Park Board June 4 , 1984 (continued) Discussion followed as to the geography of the land, location and surround- ing area , etc. Mr. Schumacher, at the suggestion of the Park Board will send a letter to St. Paul Water Works stating our possible interest in the property , and to notify them of the fact that the Park Board will be studying the area as to the possibility of continuing the lease , and to ask what price will be put on the land. There does not seem to be any urgency in this matter on the part of the St . Paul Water Works . CONSIDERATION OF QUOTES FOR SURFACING TENNIS COURT IN ARENA ACRES Two quotes have been submitted for surfacing the tennis courts in Arena Acres : Recreational Surfaces --- $2 ,520 . 00 and Sjostrom, Inc. -- - $2 , 764 . 80 . Mr. Schumacher stated that Mr. Volk 's opinion is that the low bid is suffi- cient . The bids include a two-color system - single court in red and doubles court in green . Motion was made by Ray Johnson to recommend to Council to contract 'Recre- ational Surfacers ' providing they offer a one-year guaranty . Mr. Arntzen seconded the motion . Motion passed. A suggestion was made that announcement of the opening of the Arena Acres tennis courts be published in the community newspapers upon completion of the project to make all city residents aware of the new courts . LINO LAKES ATHLETIC ASSOCATION - STORAGE SHED Ron Ailara of the Lino Lakes Athletic Association presented to the Board an estimate from Knox Lumber for the shelving needed in Lino Lakes Park Bldg. Discussion of the material on that estimate followed and the Board was told by Mr. Ailara that labor for the construction of the shelves will be volunteered by the Association, painting of shelves will be done by the Boy Scouts , the shelves will beused mainly for storage of softball equipment and that the VFW has agreed to pay the first $300 of construction costs . Ray Johnson moved to recommend to Council payment of moneys toward construc- tion costs not to exceed $380 , provided VFW pay first $300 and that labor is handled as was stated above. Motion seconded by Mr. Lindy and carried . Mr. Ailara also informed the Board of vandalism damage done to the exist- ing building. It appears that a trash can has been used for vandals to climb atop the buiding and destroy the wind turbine and damage has also been done to the door (possible attempts to break and enter) . The Athletic Association would also like to have the trash can moved to pre- vent repeat problems of this nature. Mr. Schumacher took responsiblity to see that the trash barrel be moved and also to check the severity of damage done and if necessary check with the insurance company as to the coverage and deductible and notify Mr. Ailara of his findings . DISCUSSION OF BIKEWAY GRANT APPLICATION Mr. Schumacher reported that per a letter received from MnDOT, no money has been allocated for this year for bike paths . The City did submit an application, as prepared by Jack Ferguson which provided a plan for Park Board June 4 , 1984 (continued) bike paths throughout the City . Included in the plan would be a hook-up with the Shoreview system on Highway 49 . Mr. Schumacher also reported that he recieved notification that a special state committee is looking into the possibility of returning the responsibility for roads to the cities and counties which may affect the bike trail situation , and that he will periodically check the bike grant application situation . COUNTRY LAKES PARK UPDATE it was reported to the Board that approximately the end of August or beginning of September , the golf course will be closing for the addition of an expansion (9 holes and driving range and new access) . There are also plans for an eventual restaurant. Mr. Schumacher reported that the pumping and drenching activities for the beach area are going on and that the road is approximately two-thirds completed . Scheduled completion in a couple weeks . The Board discussed the method being used by Bald Eagle Lake for weed control versus the chemical method being used at this site , but agreed that the expense of this method is far less . The plan for this siteincludes a 300-foot beach , bath house , access area , play area and removal of brush for trails . Mr. Lindy brought to the attention of the Board the hazard involved when fishers park on West Shadow Lake Road near the creek, and this has become a problem forthe nearby residents . Motion was made by Mr. Lindy to recom- mend to Council that the City establish a "no parking" area in the hazard area (area designation at the discretion of the Public Works Director) . Motion seconded and carried. OLD BUSINESS A question was raised by Mr. Arntzen in regards to the $3200-$3500 which was dedicated to grading and seeding Shenandoah Park. Mr. Volk will have responsiblity of checking into this matter, as well as the matter of the outfield fence in the park . At this time , Chairman Johnson read Mr. Arntzen 's letter of resignation from the Board, due to his relocating out of the city . Regrets were given and thanks extended to Mr. Arntzen for his contribution to the Board. Mr. Schumacher will forward a request to the Council to fill this vacancy . Mr. Ray Johnson moved to adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Mr . Nissen . Aye.