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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Conunittee Meeting Miuutes October 29, 2003 Page 4 of 8 . He stated that they had an Eagle Scout Troop assisting with the Buck Thorn removal at . Crepeau Park last Sunday noting that they are planning to comeback for a second phase on Saturday, November 8, 2003. . He stated that they did a final sweep of all trails and removed leaves in preparation for the winter season. . Fall fertilizing is completed adding that they did the final weed and feed for the year. He reviewed the areas with the Committee. . The insect infestation affecting all Arden Hills parks has been addressed and completed. Michelle Olson - Recreation Update Ms. Olson provided the Committee with an update on the Recreation activities. She reviewed the following items: . She stated that the Winter Recreation Guide is complete and would be available next week. . The hiring process for rink attendants has begun. . The planning process has begun for the 'Celebrating Arden Hills' summer event. She explained that coordination of the event would be managed intemally by Staff and reviewed the process with the Committee. . . She stated that the after school programs are going very well, noting that they will begin special events for winter season in December 2003. 6. CUMMINGS PARK FACILITY UPDATE Michelle Olson provided the Committee with an update on the progress for the Cummings Park facility. She reviewed the following issues with the Committee: . Anticipate completion by November 15, 2003. . Presently working on the outside block noting that the brick is above the doors and they have the wood ready for the ceiling and roof. She stated that the bricks being used are very similar in style and appearance to what was used at Tony Schmidt Park. . Noted that the building would have two furnaces. She reviewed the locations and function with the Committee. . She stated that one light post had to be removed and would be replaced in a new location. She stated that the controls for lighting would be located inside the building and reviewed locations for outlets and fixtures with the Committee. . Door frames are in. . She stated that they would probably be able to place the boards for the hockey rink noting that they would have to take into consideration the timeframe for completion and the weather. She clarified that installation of the boards would be contingent on the weather . adding that ifthey are not able to place the boards that they could possible create a pleasure rink for this season.