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_4 <br /> Minutes of Regular Parks Committee Meeting, April 22 <br /> • Page 3 <br /> Motion was made by Otto, seconded by Anderson, that a plan be developed by <br /> Miller which would create a multi-use flat area at the north part of the site, <br /> preserving the high point at the south tip of the site in its current state, <br /> and grading within the center portion of the site to allow for future <br /> functional development (possibly tennis court or hard court area), pond to <br /> remain as marsh type area, and that possibility of a culvert in the north tip <br /> be explored. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> Miller will attend next Park's Committee meeting , May 20, to present this <br /> plan. He will meet with RCWD to discuss requirements for ponding, and Church <br /> officials regarding grading and filling. <br /> Cummings Park Hockey Rink, Warming House and Lights <br /> Nswq Committee reviewed various types of prefabricated warming houses available. It <br /> was suggested that the type c osen s ou coordina a wii e s e er a ready <br /> ordered for Cummings Park. <br /> Motion was made by Sand, seconded by Messerly, that Miller and Buckley bring a <br /> specific recommendation to the May meeting of this committee for the warming <br /> house. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> L7 /tY4''-"Craig__Gallop, Musca Lighting, presented a lighting plan for the proposed hockey <br /> (/ rink. The plan utilizes a two pole system, with one group of lights in the <br /> southeast corner, one group in the northwest corner, (and one light shining on <br /> the general skating area). 15 foot candles of light would be provided. Cost <br /> would be between $8,000 and $8,500 for everything - poles, lights, wiring, etc. <br /> ' Poles would be treated Douglas fir, lights mounted at 52' , estimated life span <br /> is 30 to 35 years. Lights would aim downward rather than outward, reducing <br /> �u «dJ glare to neighborhood. There is a five year warranty on parts and labor, five <br /> year guarantee on aiming accuracy. Lights are metal halite. Life span of <br /> lights is 3,000 hours (about 10+ years). <br /> S-A,, Buckley estimates cost of installing rink itself at $10,000 to $12,000. He <br /> ,;,,,_plans removable boards. Lighting will be controlled solely by Parks personnel. <br /> In answer to query, Mr. Gallop stated that the light on the general skating <br /> area will shine in an easterly direction; should not bother any homeowners. <br /> Mr. Gallop was asked to submit a written proposal for Buckley to present at May <br /> meeting of this group. <br /> Concession Stand, Perry Park <br /> Mr. Grant, Arden Hills Sportsmens Club, stated that his group has operated a <br /> concession stand at Lake Johanna for many years, and would now like to also <br /> operate a concession stand at Perry Park during the softball season. They <br /> would sell pop, hot dogs, and various packaged items (popcorn, candy, etc. ). <br /> They would plan to open at about 5:00 p.m. and close after the last evening <br /> game. <br /> Committee expressed some concern about the stand creating littering problems, <br /> • felt concessionaire should be responsible for any litter created by the stand. <br /> It was moved by Mulcahy, seconded by Peterson, that Committee recommend to <br /> Council granting of a license to operate a concession stand at Perry Park to <br /> the Arden Hills Sportsmens Club. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> Minutes of Regular Parks Committee Meeting, April 22 <br /> Page 4 <br /> • Summer Program Proposal <br /> Committee reviewed proposed summer program. "Northern Shore Masters" is an <br /> adult swimming program. A program for junior high youth, "Court Sports", <br /> should be added to the list. This program will be held at King's Court. <br /> Youngsters who enroll can choose to play racquetball or wally ball, and use <br /> other facilities at King's Court. A similar program offered during winter <br /> break was well-attended. In answer to question, Buckley stated that the Arden <br /> Hills Club was not interested in providing a program such as this. <br /> It was moved by Otto, seconded by Montgomery, that the summer program, as <br /> amended, be recommended to Council for approval. Motion carried unanimously. <br /> Council Report <br /> Mayor Woodburn reported on Council actions of interest to this committee. He <br />