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ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—MARCH 21, 2016 8 Mayor Grant stated that the time was 8:00 pm and the City Council had a three hour meeting cap. He proposed the meeting be extended for one additional hour. PTRC Chair Straumann summarized the TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons trails and recommended park amenities. He indicated the Committee proposed an observation deck on the future water tower in the TCAAP/Rice Creek Commons redevelopment area. Information regarding an observation deck had previously been provided to the Council. PTRC Chair Straumann discussed Ramsey County's role in promoting Active Living as well as its Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan. He stated a resolution would be presented to the Council in the future for consideration in support of the County's Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan. He summarized Ramsey County's future trail developments and indicated the Committee would like to pursue a partnership with Bethel University for potential Crepeau Park improvements. PTRC Committee Member Josh Bloyer summarized the 2016 Work Plan as it pertains to enhancing and/or adding recreation opportunities in the parks. Some suggestions included Fitness in the Park; two new pitching machines; push lights for summer use; pickleball, volleyball and badminton courts; Johanna Marsh Tennis Court survey; and summer use for hockey rinks. Councilmember Holmes asked for clarification regarding the Johanna Marsh tennis court survey. Recreation Coordinator Grant stated the survey had not yet been mailed to residents, but the purpose would be to gain suggestions for other possible uses for the area as the cost to replace the tennis court is significant. PTRC Committee Member Bloyer stated that the 2016 Work Plan included recommended future replacement of play structures at the following parks: Perry (2016), Hazelnut (2017), Cummings (2018) and Freeway(2018). Councilmember Holden asked for clarification as to the reason for proposed playground equipment replacement. Recreation Coordinator Grant stated equipment is outdated, in bad condition, or does not meet current ADA standards. PTRC Committee Member Michaelson summarized the community events the PTRC had planned for 2016 that include: Floral and Hazelnut Parks Garden Clean Up, Bethel University Welcome Week and Northwestern University Orientation, Bark and Rec Day and the first annual Family Fun Bike, Run, Walk Day which will be held on June 11, 2016. PTRC Committee Member Michaelson summarized the Committee's suggestions for future City newsletter articles which included trail updates, recreation programs, tree updates, donation requests and a honey bee hive at Floral Park. Councilmember Holden said she would like to see an article in the newsletter regarding the use of pesticides and how they affect the bee population.