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Arden Hills Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting 10 February 26,2002 • Mr. Moore referenced the ADA organization stated that they recently had a specialist provide an evaluation of the playgrounds in the area. He stated that it was determined that the playgrounds and equipment are in good condition and reviewed the results of the evaluation with the Committee. He suggested having an ADA Specialist provide an evaluation of the City Trails for their review. Committee Member Crassweller asked for further clarification on the qualifications of the ADA and who they are. Mr. Moore explained that they are Specialists provided by the major manufacturers who make the playground equipment. He stated that their ADA Specialist was provided by Miracle Recreation. He explained that the same company would make all of the structures. He stated that the City maintains a logbook and inspects the equipment once every four months. He explained that they City files a log report with OSHA adding that Jay Weber is the contact person from Miracle Recreation. Committee Member Crassweller explained that he wanted to clarify that the ADA Specialists were not actually sales people trying to sell equipment. He expressed concerns regarding evaluation of the trail system stating that many of the trails would definitely not meet with compliance standards. He stated that if they want to bring the trails into compliance that it would take time adding that this is another issue to add to the list of considerations. Mr. Moore clarified that this was already included as a component of the overall plan. Chair Straumann asked if they were addressing play structures this year. Mr. Moore clarified that . the play structures were an original part of the overall plan for the City and was included in the General Fund. He stated that the only playground left to be updated is Royal Hills. He stated that a request would be submitted to include this park in the plan. Chair Straumann referenced the two warming houses. Mr. Moore stated this was discussed at the last Council meeting. He stated that warming houses are considered existing structures and not fundable by park funds. He stated that the warming houses should be included as part of the replacement plan for existing structures and that it could be funded by the City's General Fund. He clarified that this is being reviewed and included in the five-year plan. Committee Member Krenn referenced the plan noting that it allocates space for approximately 8000 cars and parking. He expressed his concerns stated that it appears the ramps would affect the trails due to the increase in traffic. He stated that he is against that much parking for that area and suggested discussing this issue further. Committee Member Thompson stated that according to the City Newsletter it is under consideration by the Planning Commission for development. Council Liaison Larson stated that they did a presentation to the Council that provided an overview noting that the presentation did not include much detail. He stated that the Council suggested discussing this further with the community and return to the Council with the results. Committee Member Thompson suggested including members of the PTRC at the meeting. She stated that the meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2002 and noted that the agenda is also located on the City website.