2011-05-04 P & R Minutes Approved

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Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 05-04-11 III. APPEARANCES Mr. Phillip Capra, Eagle Scout Tree Diversification Project Mr. Phillip Capra made an appearance to update the committee on his project and presented a site plan of the proposed plantings. The plan was reviewed by Mr. Paul Palzer, Public Works Director, who offered some suggestions. All variables were taken into consideration; the trees will be far enough from the irrigation to not interfere with the heads, but close enough to get the benefit of water, out of the way of the trail extension and ball fields, but close enough to offer shade. Mr. Capra stated Rum River Nursery also reviewed and approved the plan, all trees are compatible with the soil type and the canopy spread is appropriate. There are dead trees in the area which will be removed and replaced. Ms. Mary Capra stated there have been problems with the trees close to the play structure being vandalized. Committee Member Amundsen volunteered to represent the committee and work with both Mr. Capra and Mr. Palzer. Mr. Rob Faust, Eagle Scout Project Mr. Rob Faust, Boy Scout Troop 232, was in attendance to discuss his proposal to install a flag pole, landscaping with lights and a Veterans Memorial plaque at Cornerstone Park as an Eagle Scout Project. Mr. Faust presented the committee with plans for review. The first step would be to refurbish the pole, he plans to ask Public Works to jack hammer the old concrete off the bottom of the pole. The plans included installation at 3’ deep by 30” in diameter with a ground sleeve. Landscaping would include a 10’ boulder circle with junipers between some of the boulders. The lights need to be commercial and there is only a few to select from. The committee asked Mr. Faust to look at LED lighting and discuss an electrical permit with the Electrical Inspector. Mr. Faust plans to use a volunteer electrician. The Building Inspector may need to be involved to inspect footings. Mr. Faust will provide all funding for this project. Committee Member Seeley stated Junipers have a hard time growing in clay soil so depending on what type of soil is in Cornerstone Park she suggested Mr. Faust amend the soil before planting with whatever is required for that soil type. Mr. Faust talked to Mr. Bob Hathaway for direction on the Veteran’s Memorial plaque who said he would prefer it not commemorate one war or one era, but all veterans. Chairperson Branch suggested talking to someone at a Legion or VFW for specific wording bringing that back to the committee for review. Mr. Faust will attend the June Parks & Recreation Committee meeting for an update. Motion was made by Chairperson Branch, seconded by Committee Member Amundsen to recommend City Council support Mr. Faust, Boy Scout Troop 232, in his Eagle Scout Flag Project for Cornerstone Park. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Tom Lee, PA System Mr. Tom Lee made an appearance to run through the PA System Equipment’s hookup and usage. Additional equipment that Mr. Lee suggested the committee purchase; 2 monitors at approximately $500 for both, allows the musicians on stage to hear the mix as they are playing, additional cables, SM58 microphones (desired vocal microphone, though some singers prefer Beta) microphones stands, clips, and Mr. Lee highly recommends extra microphone cords, a speaker cord and a ‘snake’ which has connections for all the cords to connect to in one place. A new ‘snake’ can be up to $300, but Mr. Lee suggested purchasing one on Craig’s List for less than $100. Mr. Lee will watch the pricing at Musician’s Friend 2 of 5