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Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 7 August 24,2002 • Chair Straumann asked if they would be using the same style for directional signs. Mr. Moore stated that they have to use regular street signs for directional signage. Committee Member Crassweller mentioned Guidant's offer to assist with the new facility and asked if there was something they could do to assist Mr. Moore in his negotiations. He suggested offering a dollar amount to assist in the process. Chair Straumann agreed that they might need to consider additional funding noted that they are spending money on the signs. Committee Member Crassweller asked if they should make a motion that would allocate the dollar amount needed to assist Mr. Moore with his negotiations with Guidant. He explained that large corporations prefer to know what the project includes. Committee Member Henry suggested expanding this idea further to put into place a process that would include other companies. Chair Straumann agreed stating that they should review and try to formalize a process. Mr. Moore agreed stating that he would include this on the next agenda for further discussion. MOTION: Committee Crassweller motioned, Committee Member Thompson seconded,to approve the development of a park partnership with Guidant for Cummings Park. Motion carried unanimously. • Chair Straumann stated that he went before Council to request funding for the park signage. He stated that they also received approval of the$30,000.00 for the architects. Mr. Moore stated that they would have 22 park benches installed by end of year. Committee Member Crassweller stated that they should discuss long term planning and budget issues. 3. 2003 Day in the Park Participation Chair Straumann stated that the Committee requested and received$20,000.00 in funding for the Day in the Park. He stated that they also received an additional $20,000.00 from local businesses. Committee Member Messerly asked if Committee Member Garretson is doing the project. He stated that Ms. Olson would be calling a meeting to ask for volunteers and assistance. Mr. Moore clarified Council concerns stating that originally the Park Committee managed Day in the Park and that the Committee was not offended that it was removed as part of their responsibility. He stated that the Council was happy with the way it has operated in the past two years noting that the growth in popularity and attendance is what determined the changes in • responsibility. He stated that it would continue to be done the same and that they would continue to work as a volunteer group. He suggested a PTRC booth.