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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes December 16, 2003 Page 6 of? . Ms. Olson and Mr. Moore stated that the City felt this was a good idea and area for the park and noted the concerns expressed by the Residents. He stated that they would revisit this issue again noting that it might be possible to tie the park in financially with the trail and bridgework. He stated that he would get a price quote from Midwest Fencing adding that this would be a great area for a dog park. Chair Straumann provided the Committee with the following update on the Ramsey County Parks: . Ramsey County is working for National Creditation and reviewed with the Committee. . Presently working with the National Park Service on the trail connections in Rice Creek. . Working to put together tours of the area for the Scout Troops and reviewed with the Committee. He stated that they are considering a scout overnight in the area for the May/Junc timeframe. . Stated that they are considering locating a Guard House at the entrance and reviewed with the Committee. . Stated that they are working to set up a Flea Market in the area next summer and reviewed. . . Stated that they have rcceived a complete contamination report of the area planned for development. He stated that he would have more information regarding thc report when the Advisory Panel begins to meet next year. Ms. Olson noted that this is a long-term investment adding that there is some funding that comes Witll Creditation for Park Improvements. Mr. Moore confirmed noting that it does make it easier to get funding in-house. Committee Member Henry suggested considering this area for the annual Arden Hills Celebration. Mr. Moore stated that they would not be able to gain uncontrolled access of the area noting that current times are too sensitive to allow that kind of access for an event. Committee Member Messerly asked for an update on the 50th Anniversary Celebration video and book. Ms. Olson stated that the projects for the video and book have been stalled. She noted that both have been in the works for a long time and explained that due to staffing issues, they are having a difficult time finding someone who could help put the book together. She noted that the book is far from becoming a reality at this point in time adding that the video is closer to being done than the book. Mr. Moore stated that he is working with Mr. Hamernick to set up a TCAP tour in the spring and reviewed with the Committee. .