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r Mounds View City Council .; June 25, 1990 Regular Meeting Page Three Mayor Hankner stated a study was done on that issue a year ago and the recommendations were taken into consideration by the task force. An unidentified resident of 4690 Lake Court Drive, questioned if there were any plans for lights in the park. He stated he was against lights as they encourage kids to stay out late. Mr. Fagerstrom reviewed the area that is suggested for lighting. He added that recommendation has not been incorporated in the plan. Dave Long, of the Park and Rec Commission and task force, explained discussions to date have been against having lights. Debbie Jones, no address given, stated it would violate the concept for the park to have lights, as they would infringe on other areas. Councilmember Quick questioned if the residents were against all lighting, even security lighting. • Mr. Linke stated he lives near Greenfield Park, and security lighting has helped that area since it was put in. Dave Latko, no address given, stated he felt there should be security lights, and they would be helpful to_protect the investment. Dave Radermacher, of the task force, reviewed the discussion the task force had had on the lighting issue. u ,„ • . • - - . . _ ' . - . e - .. • - •- •• _me n t favors lights, which enable officers to see into the parks as they drive by. Frank Thomas, of Lake Court Drive, questioned whether a survey had been done of handicapped people or how many people would use a blacktopped surface. He stated he felt it would be appropriate to do so. Mr. Fagerstrom replied a survey had not been done. Mr. Radermacher made suggested changes to page 67 of the full report, to have it more accurately reflect the discussions he felt took place.