09-18-1984 PTRC Agenda - Minutes (2)

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Minutes of Regular Parks and Recreation August 14, 1984 Page two • - They haven' t formally organized, but they have had meetings with about 25 parents volunteering their support. They envision a program much like Arden Hills' and Shoreview' s where instruc- tion is maximized at first. A program that permits a child to play for the good experience - not be eliminated because of lack of ability. Winning isn' t the goal but rather the positive experience or they can get discouraged. They felt they could handle 4 teams from grades 3 and 4; and 4 teams from grades 5 and 6 from each grade school. Grade schools in Mounds View areas are Island Lake, Snail Lake, Turtle Lake and Valentine Hills. It was further stated that the boys and girls would be separate. The girls would play in the fall until the last of December. Then the boys would start in January and play an equal amount of time . Their charge will ba $15.00 to participate in the in-house program . - They want the Parks and Recreation Committee support. • - John Buckley would serve on the Board of Directors and therefore , be able to monitor the program. Buckley also thinks it will inspire good community relations. The Committee was very concerned that the present emphasis on learning, having fun, and equal participation governing youth athletics continue to be stressed by the new parent sponsoring group. Kostishack ques- tioned the idea of the Parks and Recreation relinquishing this program to others . She said then she wondered why it wouldn' t happen to other sports also. After further discussion, Klick made a motion, seconded by Otto, that the Mounds View Basketball Program be accepted with the idea that after the girls ' program, a report should be made at the January meet- ing for evaluation. North Heights Luthern Church Park Dedication Lien, a representative ot North Heights Luthern Church, explained some of the tentative plans for walkways and trails. He said they realize they have to comply to the ordinance, but just how is not established as of yet. Sand expressed that there was some concern after the July meeting. The main concern was if the set aside of approximately 4.3 acres for storm drainage and ponding will meet the intent of the Park Dedication . Ordinance. Buckley passed out copies of the ordinance pertaining to Park Dedication. After additional discussion, the following conclusions were established: