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Hugo, Minnesota Parks and Recreation Open Space Commission Minutes April 11, 2007 Page 2 Washington County requesting proposals for the Land and Water Legacy Program. Public Works Director Chris Petree also informed the Parks Commission that City Councilmember Chuck Haas has been appointed to the Land and Water Legacy Committee by the County Board. The Parks Commission generated many ideas for the program, most notably identifying trail corridors that could be funded through this program. Public Works Director Chris Petree will discuss these opportunities with Washington County and report back to the Parks Commission at next months meeting. V. 2007 Eagle Scout Projects Public Works Director Chris Petree has had interest from a local Boy Scout to perform his Eagle Scout project for the City of Hugo in the City's 105 acre Park. This project could include the construction of passive trails, trail markers, benches and signage. Parks Commission Chair Roger Clarke has volunteered to work with the Public Works Director and this Boy Scout to further identify the scope of this project. VI. Skate Park Committee Update (Roger Clarke) Parks Commission Chair Roger Clarke provided an update on the Skate Park Committee meetings that he has been attending. The White Bear School District in conjunction with the City of White Bear Lake has identified Podvin Park for the potential site for a skate park. Committee members are continuing to work through funding sources for the skate park. Parks Commission Chair Roger Clarke will continue to provide periodic updates on the committee's progress. VII. Oneka Elementary Gymnasium Program Update Public Works Director Chris Petree provided the Parks Commission with an update of the fall/ winter programming that took place at the Oneka Elementary Gymnasium. Both City and School District staff were extremely pleased with the attendance levels in all of the activities. City and School District staff will continue to work together over the spring/summer months to refine the programming for next fall/winter to make sure that the programs continue to advance in both quality and attendance. VIII. White Bear Lake School District #624 Community Services & Recreation Summer Schedule and Program Catalog Public Works Director Chris Petree shared the summer programming catalog with the Parks Commission and answered questions relating to the summer programming in Hugo. Adjournment: Pedersen made a motion, Parker seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. All Aye. Motion Carried.