2010-10-06 P & R Minutes Approved

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Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 10-06-10 Would it be possible to put a single irrigation head as demonstrated last week in the North East corner of Hidden Spring Park near the St. Paul Water Works - so that it covered the park without impacting the neighbor to the South. Last Wednesday the Park and Recreation Committee met in a 2011 budget planning session. We have worked up a prioritized table of park programs and enhancements. Unfortunately, most enhancements will not be affordable. But irrigating both LaMotte and Hidden Springs may be. Sand Volley Ball Court/ Charitable Gambling Request Update Mr. Mark Larson, Dead Broke Saddle Club, said the Board of Directors met in September and while the committee will not get the $10,000 requested for the Sand Volleyball Court, some funding will be available. The committee will be notified of the amount probably following the Board of Directors next meeting. A letter was also sent to Running Aces requesting donations. There has been no response to the letter at this time. Committee Member Haiden was curious as to what the Anoka County Regional Park sand volley ball court cost. Committee Member Seeley stated it probably would not be relevant since the court has been there over 10 years. Committee Member Haiden requested perhaps Mr. Paul Palzer do some research with the L eague of Minnesota Cities or other municipalities who have sand volley ball courts to determine what their costs and standards were? Would it be possible to lower the standards and still have a fine, safe product? Ms. Stephan will forward the request to Mr. Palzer. Skate Night / Horse Drawn Hayride As discussed at the September 1, 2010 Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Ms. Stephan contacted Bunker Stables to determine their availability and prices for a Horse Drawn Hayride on January 8, 2010. Bunker Stables responded with: Glad to hear that you are thinking about having us out this year. We do still have availability to do your th event on the 8 of January. The fee for having us out this year for the normal two hours is $625 plus the $25 travel fee. Ms. Stephan also looked for other stables in the area that may offer the same service for less, but as of yet has not found any where else that offers this service but Bunker Stables. The committee feels this event is well attended by the public and would like to have Ms. Stephan book Bunker Stables for a horse drawn hayride on January 8, 2011. Signage for Trails Committee Member Seeley will continue to research perhaps partnering with Anoka County Parks on trail signage. VII. ADJOURNMENT Motion was made by Committee Member Seeley, seconded by Committee Member Haiden to adjourn the October 6, 2010 Parks & Recreation Committee meeting at 8:50 p.m. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. 6 of 7