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PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES November 17, 2009 Page 6 of 7 E. CIP Discussion—Council 11/16109 Work Session Report(continued) Council Liaison Holmes thanked Chair Peck for attending the CIP meeting and commenting on the importance of irrigation at Cummings Park. She indicated the comments provided greatly assisted the Council in their decision making. Ms. Olson explained that the bench implementation funding was changed slightly to allow for g Y $5,000 a year for five years. She noted the trail signage information would be presented to the Council on November 30th. Ms. Olson encouraged the PTRC to attend if possible. Further discussion ensued regarding Freeway Park and potential service J ro•ects offered b p Y North Heights Church. Mr. Messerly stated he would be willing to offer his services to provide a park plan for Valentine Park and suggested that the work on this park not be changed until the spring of 2011. g Chair Peck thanked Mr. Messerly for offering his services to the City. Y F. Work Plan for 2010—Goals and Expectations Ms. Olson stated each year the Council has a goal setting retreat where they review each committee and departments goals for the coming year. She reviewed the goals for 2009 and stated the Committee has done very well overall. Ms. Olson suggested the PTRC look at facility fees for 2010. She indicated she would research this issue before being discussed. Options for Valentine Park would be another item that would need to be addressed in the coming year, along with the County Road E bridge and CP Rail. She asked the Committee members for any other items that should be discussed in 2010. Mr. Baumann suggested the bocce golf course location be discussed. Council Liaison Holmes requested that the Committee create a list of service Jro'ect ideas for p Eagle Scouts, Boy Scouts or community service projects. Ms. Olson agreed with this suggestion. Ms. O'Malley suggested there be additional weeding within the gardens. ardens. p Council Liaison Holmes indicated she would like to see the City further promote the use of the TCAAP property for group events. She noted that Boy Scouts are allowed to camp on the site and stated that the community should know about this amenity. Y Chair Peck encouraged the members to consider further goals for 2010 and report back at the next meeting.