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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-02-1984 Park Board Minutes Park Board April 2, 1984 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Park Board was convened on April 2, 1984. In the absence of Mr. K. Johnson, Chairman, the Board voted Mr. J. Flannery as Chairman. Mr.Flannery called the meeting to order and asked for roll call . Members present ; Mr. R. Johnson, Mr. Scherer, Mr. Arntzen, Mr. Lindy. Absent : Mr. K. Johnson and Mr. Nissen. Mr. Flannery noted that Mr. Nissen is the new member on the Park Board just appointed by the Council and, although he is not present , wished to welcome him. MINUTES - March ', 1984 Mr. R. Johnson moved to approve the minutes . Seconded by Mr. Scherer.. Mr. Schumacher pointed out that the statement in the minutes that the application for Bicycle Path grant had been turned down was incorrect . This application is still pending. Motion to approve with corrections was approved. USE OF SUNRISE PARK - Mr. Schmidt Mr. Schmidt had presented a request to use Sunrise Park for an entire weekend and Mr. Schumacher had suggested he appear before the Park Board and present his request . Mr. Schmidt had not arrived as yet. The Park Board delayed any action on his request until his arrival. FINANCIAL REPORT - Dedicated Funds Mr. R. Johnson asked about an Auditor' s Adjustment note and it was explained this figure represents interest . • Mr. Schumacher pointed out there will be some costs coming in from the work being done in Country Lakes Park - these bills will be paid from this fund and will then be submitted to the Federal Government for replacement from the LAWCON Grant . The balance in the Dedicated Park Fund as of March 1, 1984 is $97,769.81. RECREATIONAL SURVEY FOLLOW-UP This is an update on the survey that was conducted last year. Mr. Flannery explained the backg7ound of this survey for the benefit of Mr. Bohjanen who was not familar with the survey. Mr. Flannery noted the he and Mrs. LaBlond were to have prepared an article for publication setting forth the results of this survey. They had felt that the residents should be aware of the results. The various recreational activities that people choose for themselves were discussed with the Park Board agreeing that some of the more n Park Board April , 2, 1984 page two - popular activities are being taken care of at this time, i .e. bicycling - an application made for assistance in creating a bike trail ; swimming - the beach being prepared in Country Lakes Park. There was a question on fishing with the Park Board noting that a boat launch and fishing pier will be built in the Country Lakes Park. Mr. Flannery said he would put together a draft summary of this survey and have for the Board' s consideration at the next meeting. This is to be an agenda item. LAMOTTE PARK UPDATE Mr. Schumacher had provided the Board members with a copy of Mr. Bill Hawkins ' s letter with his opinion on the saleability of that Park land. In his opinion it would be almost impossible to sell the land since this is dedicated park land on a plat . This gives the City an ease- ment to use this land for park purposes but the fee title remains with the owner of the land. If it is vacated, the title reverts to the owner or his heirs. Mr. Hawkins also felt that any sale of this land would need to be approved by all land owners in LaMotte ' s Third Addition. There was some discussion on the various possibilites of how this matter could be handled with no firm decisison. BMX TRACK - SCHEDULE AND NEEDS In response to Mr. Kleinhas request for assistance with the BMX Track, Mr. Schumacher had requested that he put his needs in a letter and this is what he received. There are five major areas of needs according to this letter. The various items on the list were discussed, with the general consensus of the Board that more information was needed before a decision could be made. Mr. Flannery suggested that Item #3 be approved and Mr. Klienhans be asked to supply more specific information on Items #1 & 4, with a decision on #5 to be delayed for specifications. Mr. R. Johnson moved to approve Item #3 not to exceed $350.00. Seconded by Mr. Scherer. Motion carried unanimously. MR. Lindy moved to request more definite information as to cost on Items # 1 & 4. Seconded by Mr. Arntzen. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. R. Johnson moved that Mr. Klienhans make his own arrangements with Luther' s Marine as to the use of electricity. Seconded by Mr. Arntzen. Motion carried unanimously. Park Board April 2, 1984 n - page three - LARA Representatives from the Lino Area Recreational Association had re- quested time before the Park Board to discuss the storage building they had constructed ,in Lino Park. The building' is completed with the exception of the inside. The men requested assistance from the Park Board for this completion. This building is used to store athletic equipment - bats, b-alls, helmets , football and soccer equipment , etc. At the present time the equipment is either on the floor of the building or stored in someone's garage. The Association asked the Park Board for funds to install 4' wide shelves around three sides of the building. When asked about the cost , the representatives thought it would cost around $400.00. The general consensus of the Park Board was they have no problems with helping this organization with this cost but they felt the estimate was high and asked them to get a quote and put their information and request in a letter. Mr. Bohjanen, Council Representative to this Board, said the VFW gives the City $300.00 each month to be used in the City ' s Park. He felt it was possible to designate this money to be spent for the purpose of these shelves. Mr. Bohjanen suggested this information be presented to the VFW for their consideration. OLD BUSINESS Mr.Schumacher had included in the packets the 5 - 10 - 15 year Park Plans. He explained that he felt the Park Board should be aware of the provisions in the Comprehensive Plan as to the Park requirements. He felt the Park Board was in line with the Plan with the exception of planning for a park on the East side of the City. He also pointed out that the Council had rejected the Planning and Zoning requirements for a tot lot in Rice Lake Estates and had recommended cooperation with the City of Circle Pines in developing Baldwin Park for use of the residents of that area. Mr. Arntzen asked if the 5 year CIP had been approved and MR. Schumacher said it would be presented to the Council at the last meeting of this month. BIKE PATHS Mr. Schumacher pointed out that the application had been forwarded to MnDOT for their consideration and as yet there had been no informatio received by this City. Mr. R. Johnson asked if there had been any information received at the offices in reference to the upgrading of Highway #49 from North Road to the Freeway and Mr. Schumacher said, No. Park Board April 2, 1984 - page four - Mr. Johnson said he had been told there is to be paved shoulders along that stretch of the highway and wondered about using that area as part of a bike trail . It would need to be posted and lines painted. They will wait for information on this from the State. NEW BUSINESS There was no new business for discussion. Mr. Scherer moved to kdjourn. Seconded by Mr. Arntzen. Aye. •