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Arden Hills Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting 6 February 26,2002 proposal with the Committee. He stated that given the size of the T-Cap, they are going to need help in developing the west and south side area of the park along City Hall. He stated that Bruce Vento has put together a committee that includes representatives from the City and Parks groups. He stated that they have put together a plan that the Council wants to keep. He said that two more presentations would be coming before the Council for review and approval. He stated that City Council would like to see federal legislation passed that would state that land, intended for development, would be turned over to the City. He explained that by placing federal legislation in place it would also support that the land not being used by the National Guard could be turned over to the City. Chair Straumann asked how soon this could happen. Council Liaison Larson stated that they are trying to get something done now and that they are working with other Cities, encouraging them to pass a resolution similar in content. He stated that they are working with Ramsey County Parks and the DNR. He clarified that there is no time frame available regarding the legislation. Council Liaison Larson stated that the Public Works Department wants to be included at the new facility. He explained that they are working with the department to determine the potential impacts with respect to appearance and structure. Council Liaison Larson provided a brief overview of issues addressed by the City Council. He stated that the Council passed an ordinance authorizing the change for City Council meetings • from 7:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. He suggested that the Committee discuss the Capital Improvement Plans stating that the Council would like to incorporate it into the City's Capital Improvement Plan. NEXT MEETING AGENDA Chair Straumann stated that the next meeting would have a financial focus. He suggested that the Committee keep in mind the important dates for the following month. He stated that the agenda would include a discussion on the Tree Planting Program and donations from the PTRC. He asked Mr. Moore to research potential locations for the Committee to review at the next meeting. Mr. Moore referenced an area, along the north side of the park, which was in need of a windbreak stating that this would be a potentially good site. He stated that he would research the area, along with other potential sites and provide an update at the next Committee meeting. Mr. Moore stated that last year they had a great year with the Boy Scouts. He stated that they did a lot of work for the City and encouraged everyone that knows of a scout troop looking for projects to call. He stated that the City has several projects that could use their help and support. He stated that they had a phenomenal year with the Boy Scouts and would like to see this happen again. • Committee Member Henry asked if the Girl Scouts do anything like this. Mr. Moore confirmed that the Girl Scouts are involved in the Flower Garden and Adopt a Trail programs. He stated that he would love to have them involved in the Tree Planting program too and encouraged their support in the process.