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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes Jauuary 27,2004 Page 4 of8 . . Scheduled a joint Planning Commission/PTRC meeting in July 2004 at the annual picnic. Stated that the intent of the meeting is to provide an opportunity for each group to get to know each other and to discuss inclusion ofthe PTRC in the review process for new construction projects that would impact parks and trails. . Installation of the gateway monument signs will be a joint effort between the PTRC and the Planning Commission. . Has received a large amount of phone cal1s from the Eagle Scouts with respect to 2004 projects. He noted that the Eagle Scouts would be involved in the spring flower plantings, installing birdhouses and wood duck houses throughout the City. He stated that the Eagle Scouts would be involved in a large number of projects this year noting that their support and assistance is very welcome and appreciated. Chair Henry suggested that the PTRC meet with the Russian Orthodox Church to personally thank them for their donation. Mr. Moore agreed stating that he would coordinate the meeting for the Committee. A. Perry Park . Staff will be meeting with the HCM Architect next Tuesday, February 3,2004 to discuss . the results of the soil tests, water/sewer and surveys to determine the possibility of building. Once confirmation is received that it is ok to build they will then begin to move forward with the planning and design process. . Funds have been allocated for improvements for a trail connection from Swamp Lift Road up to Perry Park. The trail will connect the Chatham and Perry Park neighborhoods. B. Cumminl!s Park Update . The City has not taken possession of the warming house building yet. Possibly take possession in the spring. . Minimal work has been done due to the weather. . The ADA proposal for the bathrooms has been rejected and is now being reviewed. . Flooded the ice rink and have received a large amount of positive response from the residents. City Hall has received several very positive calls regarding the rink. . Received a call from Patrick Krenn stating that the neighborhood no long wants the hockey boards. Mr. Moore has requested this in writing from the neighborhood group and that he has informed them that a neighborhood meeting would have to be held to discuss the issues. . Future meetings with the neighborhood are to be scheduled to discuss the issues. . . Staff would be mailing to the neighborhood and will take great care in deciding if the boards are to be installed again next year as it is a very expensive project.