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City of Centerville Parks and Recreation Meeting Minutes November 3, 2021 3. 21-008: Skate Park It was stated that the Skate Park is heavily used and the existing equipment is aging. There are currently some safety issues with the current equipment which needs to be addressed as soon as possible. There was discussion with some current users of the skate park who suggested smoothing surfaces near the transition to equipment. Short Term Plan: Intensified maintenance of the existing equipment should be a priority and include repaving and repainting specific areas, perform needed repairs over the next few years and develop a budget to ensure safety for the short term. Long Term Plan: Consensus of the Committee was that the process of investing the in replacement of the current park with either new, modular equipment or a completely poured park, both of which would require less maintenance. Additional information is needed, i.e. amount of usage, seasonal usage, etc., plus researching replacement costs for either a modular or a poured park. Costs for replacing with either option was anticipated to cost from $200,000 to 400,000 or more; creative ideas are needed for additional funding. Replacement options, costs and timeline would be added to the Capital Improvement Plan. 4. 21-009: Art in the Park The idea was brought forward by a member of the Committee which may provide family activities at various parks Î sidewalk chalk, rock painting, etc., and possibly add as additional activities during Fete des Lacs, Music in the Park, Main Street Market, etc. and possibly offer prizes; promote for families and kids. Could also be expanded to include Reading in the Park and other ideas. VI. NEW BUSINESS 1. Acceptance of Centerville Lions Donation The Centerville Lions provided the City with a $500 donation to the Parks & Recreation Committee on September 21. The impetus of the donation was that the park monument at Tracie McBride Park was in disrepair. The Lions are requesting that the funds be earmarked for this item. There was concern regarding the request and staff is gathering quotes for the sign. The Committee was extremely grateful for the donation. 2. Porta a Potty Year Round Availability Administrator Statz stated that the City has received several requests to have port-a-pots remain in the park(s) through the winter months. He explained that typically the contract begins in the spring and ends prior to freeze conditions. He reminded the Committee that the parks are open year round and trails are cleared upon completion of roadways. He stated that cost would be $110 per month, per port-a-pot, for five months, with the funds coming out of the Parks & Recreation Maintenance account. The locations would be determined at the December meeting. 3. Centennial Youth Hockey - Requesting Use of LaMotte Park Hockey Rink for Practices It discussed previously. Page 3 of 5