03-27-2001 PTRC Agenda Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

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ARDEN HILLS PARKS TRAILS & RECREATION COMMITTEE 2 i 50TH DAY IN THE PARK UPDATE Mr. Moore reviewed a flier for the 501" Anniversary Celebration with the Commission and explained the festivities planned for the day. He also reported the anniversary banners have been put up. SAMPSON PARK PLAYSTRUCTURE Mr. Moore reviewed the letter sent to residents surrounding Sampson Park to notify them of the intended changes. Approximately 200 letters were sent out and he received four calls all in support of the project. Mr. Moore reviewed the letter sent to residents surrounding Floral Park to notify them of the intended changes. Approximately 110 letters were sent out. Mr. Moore reported he was able to save $3,000 on the playstructure for Sampson Park that allowed him to get the equipment for Floral Park and stay under budget. REVIEW OF THE ICE RINK SEASON Ms. Olson reviewed the numbers for the ice rink season with the Committee noting there were 5,078 skaters which is a higher number than last year. Valentine Park reopened and attendance was very good. The biggest issue was the challenges in the lay of the land that Staff worked out to make the ice nice. Ms. Olson asked the Committee how they felt about authorizing the ice rinks to stay open one extra week next year. Chairperson Johnson asked how much it would cost the City to stay open an extra week. Ms. Olson did not have the specific figure but indicated it was a significant amount which is why the City has set a policy of closing the rinks the second week of February. Mr. Moore indicated there is not new money available to keep the rinks open an extra week which would mean he would have to move money from another program to pay for an extended week on the ice rinks. Committee Member Crassweller suggested the City pick two of the most frequently used rinks and keep them open for one extra week. Ms. Olson expressed concern for treating rinks differently.