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Park and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes February 27, 2001 1. Roll Call: All members were presented when the meeting was called to order except Tony Zuk. He arrived later. 2. Approval of January Minutes: Sherry Gunn motioned the minutes be approved with corrections, seconded by Frank Silvis. The Commission reviewed the minutes of the YMCA programming committee, which brought about discussion about the committee’s role in programming. Staff was directed to discuss this with the YMCA and report back to the Commission. 3. Unfinished Business: Representatives from TKDA presented three preliminary plans and cost estimates for the Hillview Park shelter. Building materials and cost justification was discussed along with utilization by various groups. It was noted that the original plans have changed due to the need for storage, code compliance and no net loss of usable space. Staff will request past shelter bookings from the YMCA. Further discussion resulted with a vote being taken on which option the Commission would recommend to the City Council. Option #3 with block construction was chosen. Mayor Sonterre was in attendance and briefed the Commission of the possible Legislative issues the City may face in future budgets. Staff will present this to the City Council at a work session and also consult with surrounding communities regarding any past shelter construction. 4. New Business: Mary Scotch made a brief presentation to the state of the water quality and quantity of Spring Lake. Ms. Scotch requested support from the Park and Rec. Commission for a Joint Powers Agreement which is to be formed with the three Cities that surround the lake; Fridley, Spring Lake Park and Mounds View. The Commission unanimously voted to support this motion. 5. Commissioner / Staff Reports: The Commission reviewed the position description presented by staff. It was decided that the Forestry dept. should be added to the description. Staff will amend the document and forward it to the City Council. Tony Zuk presented staff with a company that constructs skateboard ramps. 6. Future agenda Items / Other Business: The Commission requested that the City Forester present a report at a future meeting, staff indicated contact would be made. The Commission also requested a report from representatives of the YMCA regarding past programs, attendance and future programming for this spring and summer. Staff was requested to contact the Irondale Baseball Association in regards to the maintenance of Greenfield baseball field and replacement of the nets and tarps. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:08 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Director of Public Works