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Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 5 December 17,2002 Chair Straumann asked how they came out on Perry Park with respect to costs. Mr. Lysne stated . that it came down in costs by$37,000.00. Mr. Moore suggested, from an HCM standpoint, in the new year, with the changes in Council and Mayor, that the Committee should take the months of January and February to determine the designs they want and the funding alternatives and prepare a presentation to Council. He stated that he would be in contact with HCM in February to schedule the next meeting. Committee Member Thompson asked for an update on Guidant. Council Liaison Larson stated that there was nothing to update noting that they have one more step in the planning process before presenting to Council. 6. PARK PARTNERS PROGRAM FOR 2003 Committee Member Thompson provided the Committee with an overview of the program objectives. ❖ She reviewed criteria for donors and sponsors and asked the Committee for feedback and input. She explained that they should agree on their objectives and suggested considering individuals, households and businesses. ❖ She emphasized the need to be careful because park dedication fees are different than what they are reviewing. She stated that the PTRC could have recognition for certain park fund fees. ❖ She reviewed marketing issues and budget issues stating that they, as a Committee, should build their process and procedures for working with various projects and define contributions. Committee Member Henry asked if the contributions to the City receive maximum deductibility. Committee Member Thompson stated that it is critical to give funding to the Park Fund versus City Funds and suggested researching how the Park Fund is labeled. Committee Member Henry clarified further asking if they would receive the same tax benefit as if they gave to a non-profit. Committee Member Krenn confirmed stating that it would have to go to the Park Fund. Committee Member Thompson stated that they should be sure they have the correct information before moving forward with developing the process and procedures. Committee Member Messerly asked what the next step would be. Committee Member Thompson explained that the next step would be to provide input and feedback to develop ideas in building the process and procedure. She suggested applying a timeframe to have it ready for presentation to various businesses. Council Liaison Larson suggested identifying potential candidates for sponsorship. He reviewed • the larger businesses in the area that would be good candidates for sponsorship with the Committee. Committee Member Thompson stated that they should also consider the smaller businesses in the areas and reviewed several with the Committee.