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Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner informed of the Gravel Tax funding through Washington County. Recent changes in state statute on gravel pit taxation lead to this program and Washington County is holding a workshop on May 25, 2010 to discuss funding options. III. Further Discussion on a Skate Park at Lions Park Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner presented to the Parks Commission and residents the information collected from four vendors, a proposed concept plan and budget. The estimated time line of construction completion is August or September of 2010. Taylor made a motion, Birch seconded to approved the staff recommended concept plan and budget. All Aye. Motion Carried. Erik Frolan, from Plywood Benders gave a presentation on his product. He provided literature, material samples, equipment option to consider and diagrams providing layout suggestions. The Commission discussed the options for materials, layout, and warranties offered by the different vendors with the residents. Larsen made a motion, Schmidt seconded to select American Ramp Company as the vendor. Birch asked at this time to have it noted that local companies which are available to supply the product are important and should be considered. Aye: Roger Clarke, Derek Larsen, Mat Rauschendorfer, Jim Taylor Nay: Kris Birch, Noel Schmidt Motion Carried. IV. Discussion on Marketing Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner had the opportunity to discuss the flyer and/or advertisement ideas with the Citizen newspaper. Larsen made a motion, Clarke seconded to negotiate with the Citizen and offer up to $1000 for advertisement cost to market the parks offered in the city to the community. All Aye. Motion Carried. V. Update on Parks and Recreation Programming Sub -Committee Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner updated that there was no meeting for the Sub -Committee this evening and no recent developments until City Council meets on May 17, 2010. If City Council approves staffing cost/supplies/equipment for the teen program then the next phase is determining the program roll out.