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PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES April 21, 2009 Page 2 of 8 Ms. Olson noted the primary reason for flooding within the park was due to the elevations of Lake Valentine. Mr. Messerly indicated the culvert from the lake causes much of the concern. Ms. Olson explained the proposed option raising the elevation of the park would address this issue, along with cleaning and maintenance of the culverts. She noted the engineers have drafted a letter to Rice Creek Watershed requesting the culverts be cleaned. Ms. Olson indicated that the Committee and the surrounding residents have stated that they would like to maintain Valentine Park as a park but that at this time, it was in poor repair. She stated the option of raising the elevation with added ponding would address the flood concerns. Ms. Olson added however, that this was the most expensive option. Ms. Garretson questioned if the neighboring properties would have water issues if the park were elevated. She indicated she would like to see the park revamped to improve the use for the residents surrounding the park. Ms. Olson stated the engineers stand by their study and that they have indicated that no additional water would run off to neighboring properties. A member questioned if there was funding set aside for Valentine Park. He suggested that this park be phased out over a number of years to allow the drainage and elevation to be addressed properly. Council Liaison Holmes stated Valentine Park was on the CIP plan. Ms. Olson added that if the work was completed in conjunction with the PMP, slated for 2016-17, there would be additional cost savings or that it could be done in stages. She indicated the play structure was due for replacement in 2010. Chair Peck questioned what the savings would be if the park was done along with the PMP. Ms. Olson stated she would have to review this with the City Engineer and report back on the numbers. Chair Peck asked what recommendation the Council was looking for at this time. Council Liaison Holmes stated the configuration and solution to the drainage problems were priorities along with the expense. She noted the park at this time was of little use and needed some action taken to revive Valentine Park. Council Liaison Holmes questioned if the Committee had a consensus on the direction of the park. Ms. Olson stated the residents that attended the public meeting were not in favor of creating a passive park. Mr. Messerly suggested the Committee meet at Valentine Park to further discuss the options and future of this park. He suggested that no improvements be made to the park until the drainage issues were addressed.