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March 22" 2005 Page 9 of 10 . Lindy's, along the south side of County Road E. Motion carried 7-1 (1 Nay- Hames) B. PTRC Vision Chair Henry stated that it has been suggested that each City under take a resolution urging the City Council to adopt a resolution concerning TCAAP. Committee Member McClung indicated that the Planning Commission was involved and did pass a resolution regarding the City's vision. He explained that the Planning Commission was involved because they are the planning body for the City and are involved in the TCAAP issues. He stated that the PTRC's involvement is through recreation and parks noting that the PTRC has not seen the plan or fully discussed the issues. He expressed concerns stating that he personally would not want the PTRC involved. He stated that he would vote no. Chair Henry clarified that the PTRC would be making a recommendation that encourages the City Council to adopt the vision statement. Committee Member Williams agreed stating that this is an important issue. He stated that the opportunities are there for Ramsey County to complete the linkage for the Rice Creek Corridor and to develop a sports facility on the north side that would include a new playground area as . well as water features, trails and recreational opportunities. He stated that it is absolutely essential, as a Committee, to urge the City Council to adopt the vision and concept. Committee Member Crassweller strongly agreed. MOTION: Committee Member Crassweller moved, seconded by Committee Member Zilmer, that the PTRC Committee strongly recommend and urge Arden Hills City Council to adopt the TCAAP vision at the next City Council Meeting scheduled for March 28,2005. Motion carried 7-1 (1 Nay - McClung). MOTION: Committee Member Crassweller moved, seconded by Committee Member Zilmer, to recommend that the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee to move forward in their effort for new membership that would add diverse viewpoints and perspective to the PTRC. The motion carried unanimously. e. Committee Membership Chair Henry referenced the discussions around diversity and encouraged the Committee Members to find new members that would help to add a diverse viewpoint and perspective. Committee Member Crassweller agreed and urged the Committee to keep in mind all aspects including age, race, culture and gender. .