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Taylor reported being approached by a resident in reference to the safety of the spring play equipment in the City parks. Scott Anderson, Public Works Director discussed replacement costs and replace options when repairs are necessary on existing equipment. Commission members also discussed user bewares standards with appropriate expectations of use. VII. Update on Hansen Property Scott Anderson, Public Works Director mowed the 2 miles of multi use trails. Syverson, Roger Clarke and Jyneen Thatcher, Natural Resource Specialist walked the Hansen property to do an inventory of wetlands, plants, trees and assess the property for future development. No major barriers to the development were identified and minor recommendations for weed control were suggested for future planning of the development. Trails were mowed at the property which total approximately two miles. It was noticed that the new trails were rough to walk on in some points and were concerned about restricted use with its current condition. Commission members discussed options of resurfacing, ground cover, dozer and/or farm equipment tilling of the soil. Scott Anderson, Public Works Director will research costs and options for further discussion at the next meeting. Taylor suggested contacting Laurie McRostie for identifying restoration areas and determining noxious weeds for future burns. VIII. Discussion on Hanifl Fields Athletic Park Scott Anderson, Public Works Director updated that the ground breaking ceremony is to be held on July 19, 2010. The construction site will be contained until the building structure is up, for the safety of park goers. The White Bear Soccer Club is also hosting the Minnesota Youth Soccer Association East District Girls Championship at the fields on July 15 — 18tH Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner applied for grant funding for items at the Hanifl Fields Athletic Park through the recycling grant application to Washington County. A Recycled message board was approved for matching funding with a maximum of $1,250. and signage to educate environmental features. Commission members discussed the message center costs and asked City Staff to research similar boards for comparison on budget and design. Information will be presented at August meeting. IX. Update from the Park and Recreation Programming Sub -Committee Shayla Syverson, Parks Planner informed that participation levels are increasing at the Lions Den teen program. This week 12 kids were present for a slip -n -slide party to enjoy the sun and fun. Syverson presented information on a request from the Mahtomedi School District for financial support in the amout of $6,065. They conducted a study of costs for Community Education/ athletic facilities: — 5.6% of participants in the Mahtomedi School District are from Hugo -3- Parks Commission July 14, 2010