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Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 7 October 22,2002 • Mr. Lysne reviewed various structure styles without bathroom facilities and explained the structural layout to the Committee with respect to satellites. Mr. McIlwain clarified that they understood that this is a long-term plan and that they have a better understanding of what they are looking for that incorporates the costs. Mr. Moore stated that this is the first time they have had a Park Comprehensive Plan for the City to determine the park needs. He stated that now they have a variety of options that can be considered and for the first time this department has legitimate documentation from residents that states Parks and Recreation is an issue. He clarified that this would be an ongoing process for this Committee, for the Parks Department and the City. He stated that he would like Mr. McIlwain and Mr. Lynse to return on December 17, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. He asked that they return with the hybrid and a different structure at Valentine Park. Mr. Lysne stated they would also bring samples of materials for their review. Council Liaison Larson suggested that the Committee discuss the structure at Valentine Park further. Mr. Moore agreed and stated that he would contact them with the results of their discussion. 2. Park Partners Program Committee Member Thompson asked Council Liaison Larson if this has been agreed to yet. • Council Liaison Larson stated no and explained that this is not their proposal and received feedback from Guidant. Committee Member Thompson asked if they know why they want private contractors to manage the construction. Council Liaison Larson stated that they did not know. Committee Member Thompson stated that a preliminary cost estimate had been requested and asked if it had been provided. Mr. Moore stated that he had provided the cost estimate. Committee Member Thompson noted the work session and agreed with Council Liaison Larson that this is a bit frustrating in taking half the money offered from Guidant to pay for one building and asked if there are other options. Council Liaison Larson explained the options to Committee. He stated that it would be $350,000 in addition to the $70,000 for trails. Committee Member Thompson expressed concerns on the claims for trails and clarified that the trails discussed were actually owned by Guidant. Council Liaison Larson confirmed that the trails are owned by Guidant. He reviewed the trail system to be located on campus noting that they want connections to the City trails. Committee Member Thompson expressed concerns about the potential encumbrances to the City trails if Guidant were to apply security to their trails. Council Liaison Larson clarified the PUD process to the Committee stating it is a win-win situation for both sides.