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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 25, 2004 Page 6 of? e She provided each Committee Member with tickets for 5 adult and 5 children to sell . noting that they could contact her if they need more tickets. She asked that all money for sold tickets and unsold tickets be turned in one week prior to the event. Would like them sold or returned a week before event. . She noted that a raffle would be included with the Dinner ticket stating that the pre-sale price would be $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. She stated that if they wait until after pre-sale to purchase a ticket the prices would go up to $10.00 for an adult and $6.00 for children. . She reviewed the dinner menu and beverage limit with the Committee noting that each person would receive beverage tickets at the time they turn in their dinner ticket. . Drawing for the raffle will be held at 8:00 p.m. noting that holders do not have to be present to win. She noted that the prizes have not been determined yet adding that they would be looking for donations from the various local businesses. . Colorful posters for the celebration, that outlines the various events, will be distributed throughout the City of Arden Hills. She stated that it would be helpful if some of the Committee Members could volunteer to help handout the posters with the tickets. She noted that Committee Member Messerly has volunteered to help work with some of the local businesses to post at their respective business sites. Committee Member Werner stated that she would post a few at their upcoming neighborhood garage sale. The Committee decided to divide the area and work with the local businesses to distribute and . post the posters for the event. . Committee Member Messerly noted that most businesses have a 'no posting' policy and suggested that they only talk with the manager of the business regarding the posters. He suggested returning to the business at a later time if the manager is not available. . 5. OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION Chair Henry asked what the next step is for County Road E. Mr. Moore stated that once they receive determination from MnDOT it would then go back to Council for further discussion at the June work session. Chair Henry asked if they are still discussing the possibility of a dog park at Lindey's. Mr. Moore stated that he has not spoken to the Council on this issue yet. He explained that he has prioritized and is working one issue at a time. He further explained that he would like to get the County Road E issues resolved first and then review the dog park at Lindey's. He stated that he has received several calls from residents in support ofthe dog park and agreed that something should be established noting that they are not sure where the location would be just yet. Chair Henry referenced an article in the paper regarding Medtronic's effort for tax relief on the proposed building to be built on the northwest comer of Highways 35W and 694. He stated that if New Brighton decides to build, this could be a good time to also discuss the bridge. Mr. e Moore agreed noting that the County should be aware of it, as it is a regional trail connection. He stated that he would update Mack.