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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-05-1984 Park Board Minutes March 50 The regular meeting; of the Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order P.;arch 5 , 1984 , by Chairman K . Johnson with members R . Johnson , Scherer- , Arntzen , Flannery present and Lindy absent . Minutes - February 16 1984 Mr. Scherer moved to approve the minutes as presented. Seconded by Mr. R. Johnson . Mr. Arntzen questioned the difference between limited and full phone servi( at Sunrise Park and Mr. Volk said this will be discussed later in the meeting. Motion to approve the minutes carried unanimously . FIVE YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN All Board members have an updated copy of this plan . Mr. Volk noted that he had updated this plan through 1988. This plan relates to the funds now available in the Dedicated Park Fund. The Plan was discussed and changes noted. Mr. Volk pointed out items that had been added per the Board ' s previous discussions - i . e . park benches and picnic tables for the several parks . Mr. Arntzen suggested a covered type pavallion for the adults . There was discussion on the aspects of this idea. Mr. Scherer suggested some horseshoe courts . In connection wtih this suggestion, MR. Randy Ringaman , a member of the Circle-Lex Lions ' Club , noted there had been a noticable increase in the number of participants in the horse. shoe tournament during Sand Burr Days . The Lions ' Clun would like to discuss the possibility of perhaps 8 to 10 courtsbeing installed at Sunrise Park . The Lions ' Club will assist in the cost for materials for these courts . Mr. Ringaman suggested the site of the old house for the placement of these courts . There are plans for tennis courts in that area, but it was generally felt there is room for both tennis courts and horse shoe courts in that area. The materials needed for construction , the manner of construction , and othe areas of this proposal was discussed. MR. Ringaman suggested the he and Ali- Volk work together on the materials and location and arrive at a cost figure to present for this Board ' s ¢Dnsideration . Mr . Ringaman felt the Lions ' Club would pay for the materials if the City would do the con- struction . Mr. Ringaman and MR . Volk will prepare a report for the next Park Board meeting. The general consensus of the Park Board was that the City will provide the spot for the courts . Mr. Volk suggestedF moo, Frisbee as _ an additional consideration . There wa also discussion on perhaps laying out a volley ball court with just the net poles . Reside-rts could bring their own net and ball and use any tir. F- . The Board agree) i _!; this idea and asked Mr. Volk to crake a nc�- o �' on cis sheets . th,� ] G c�ic di c•uS. c,d %I,it (, . ,. ull: ,util, the Parks planned for improvements and the estimated costs . h1K v11.: pointed out this plan is basically a guide and can be altered at the Board ' :; discretion . Mr . R. Johnson moved to appove the Five Year CIP as presented . Seconded by Mr Arntzen . Motion carried unanimously . Mr . Arntzen moved to adopt the 1984 plan to be completed in 1984 and not to exceed the projected costs of $14 , 785 . 00 by more than 10%. Secondec by Mr. Flannery . Motion carried unanimosuly . LaMOTTE PARK UPDATE Mr. Volk reported on the actions of the Council in reference to this Park . If the Park is sold, the money will stay in the Park Fund . However, there is still some questions on the legality of selling this land . There was discussion on the fact this land is not being used for any recreational purpose and the City crews spend a lot of time cleaning up the area. OLD BUSINESS Sunrise Park Phone Restrictions - Mr. Volk explained the City is saving approximately 15 . 00 per month by having the 75 call limit on the phone . Mr. Volk pointed out this phone is for emergency use only and the only time there is a problem with over use is during the hockey season when the phone is misused by the kids. He reported the phone is now locked and should solve this problem. Mr . K. Johnson asked about a pay phone and MR. Volk said he is still in the process of investigating this possibility . He said it is now possible to own your own pay phone - he is also investigating this possibility . Bicvcle Paths - MnDOT Grant- Mr. K. Johnson asked why this application for funds had been turned down . Mr. Volk explained that in talking with MnDot , he was told that unless the bicycle path ties into another system then there is no chance of obtaining a grant . This application was put together very quickly due to the time limit , and he felt it would be in good use for 1985 . Mr. R. Johnson asked if Mr. Volk had any information on the cost of putting power in Lino Park and Mr. Volk said he had not gotten that information as yet . He is still working on that and on getting water into the park . There is a well in the area - MR. Volk said he wanted to get a test pump and see if this well is sufficient . Mr. Volk presented the Board members with a copy of a letter sent to the VFW setting forth the items and the area where their donations to the Park Fund have been used . NEW BUSIENSS Mr .Scherer asked about the plans for the obtaining land for a Park on the East side of the City - is this still in the plans? HE felt , if it is , this should be take care of before the land prices go out of sight . There: was discussion on the manner in which the splits are granted in i h : rural area - at the present time , the minimum lot size is 10 acres. - �J,- i the; land is divided into lots , the Park Board will then ha�,e contorel to the Park land. There was discussion on the impact the proposed race track could have on this City if this track is installed in the Blaine area. Mr . Flannery suggested a Planning Taks Force to paln fcr the City for the next 5 - 10 - 15 years , to include the needed park lands in the event this race track does become a reality . This matter to be on the next park board agenda. Mr. Arntzen asked about the survey done on the recreational needs of the residents of the city . The results of this has never been published . It was felt there should be some type of follow up on this . Mr. Flannery said he would prepare a draft letter for publication and have ready for the next agenda. Also, a financial report as to the amount of money in the Dedicated park Funds is to be on the next agenda. Meeting was adjourned. n