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Arden Hills Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting 9 February 26,2002 • Committee Member Crassweller clarified that they put together a long-term plan that would cover approximately a 15-year timeframe. He stated that the Committee understands that the plan could get pushed out. He stated that they do not want the plan to be affected by the dollars at the front end. He stated that what they need from Council is their approval of the items identified within the plan. He explained that it is the Committee's intent, as they move forward, through the review process of the plan, that they would prioritize items based on cost and the availability of dollars. Council Liaison Larson acknowledged his understanding of the Committee's intent and referenced the document containing numbers that caused confusion. Committee Member Crassweller clarified that the plan to be presented to Council is without the dollars. He further clarified that the worksheet included with the plan is a working document, to be used as a reference for the Committee. Committee Member Thompson clarified that the goal is to get the agreement, from Council that this is what they want and with the intent,by the Committee, to then prioritize the items based on what is needed. Council Liaison Larson clarified what the Council would like to see as far as a projection beyond 2008. Committee Member Crassweller clarified the process the Committee took to identify contents of their plan to Council Liaison Larson. Chair Straumann stated that they would like feedback from the Council and would work to prioritize items based on their feedback. Council Liaison Larson stated that the City Accountant would begin the budget process in April • 2002. Mr. Moore clarified his understanding of the Committee's intent and process stating that they are looking for Council approval of the plan, come back with the feedback received from Council to prioritize items and assign the dollars. Council Liaison Larson thanked the Committee for clarifying noting that it was his understanding that the two documents were the final. He suggested including motor vehicles in the plan and asked if they are building any in over the next 18 years. Mr. Moore stated that the City Accountant clarified that the Park Fund is for new and existing structures. He further clarified that replacement of vehicles comes from the General Fund and should not be included. Council Liaison Larson agreed that this is true and suggested that it would be good for the Committee to include their needs as an informational item. Committee Member Hatch referenced the EDA and asked for clarification on the General Fund dollars. Council Liaison Larson clarified that the General Fund dollars allocated for the Committee. Chair Straumann suggested that they include this item as a part of their financial discussion for the next meeting. Council Liaison Larson agreed stating that it would give the Committee a better understanding of where the funds come from. Mr. Moore asked if they would like to discuss this item as a Committee first or bring in the City Accountant to provide an overview. Committee Member Thompson stated that she would like to understand the parameters as provided by the City Accountant. Mr. Moore stated that he would invite the City Accountant to attend the March 26, 2002 PTRC meeting to discuss funding issues.