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City of Centerville Park and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes April 2, 2025 along with his results. He stated that his project consisted of approximately 22 volunteers, which contributed 122 hours over a period of 12 daysof surveying all parks and individuals in them. He stated that each park was monitored every 30 minutes for a period of two hours. Mr. Peterson stated that Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park saw the highest usage, especially over lunch. Typically, 5-10 cars would be parked, and individuals would utilize the trails. He stated that some would just be parked for work breaks. Mr. Peterson thanked the committee and expressed his appreciation for the ability to provide the information for future use and consideration. V.PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. None VI.UNFINISHEDBUSINESS 1.Disc Golf – Chairperson Errickson-Grahek reported that the disc golf bid was $7,500, which wasbelow the original motion of not exceed $10,000. She stated that the Public Works Department would recommend concrete launch pad due to poor soil conditions. Chairperson Erickson-Grahek stated that several residents have volunteered to assist in the installation process. She stated that a grand opening would be planned along with a local enthusiast providing a clinic introducing rules, tips and tricks, etc.following the installation. City Clerk Bender stated that Anoka County declined the application for SHIP funding stating that it did not meet the specified criteria. Additional funding would be explored. 2.Pickleball Courts – Chairperson Errickson-Grahek provided an update on this item and stated that the courts would be placed within the hockey rink at LaMotte Park. She stated that originally proposed was a total of four courts with three on one side of the basketball court and one additional on the other side of the basketball court. The committee discussed the types of dividers, appearance, storage space, etc. Additional discussion ensued regarding forgoing the previously approved mats due to costs and storage. The committee felt that painting the court lines would be sufficient to determine usage going forward. Committee Member Peterson raised concerns about possible vandalism if the dividers were removable and questioned the potential for the nets. Council Liaison Kubat posed concern for inclement weather and on-going maintenance. Council Liaison Kubat felt that delaying the purchase of netting until the usage is established. Chairperson Errickson-Grahek felt that purchasing all items at once would provide larger cost savings. Additional discussion ensued regarding a suitable netting option to forego possible vandalism. 3.Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park RFP’s Subcommittee Update –Chairperson Errickson-Grahek stated that three bids were received, the subcommittee preferred one bid overall with MWP’s proposal standing out for its attractive playground design. It was reported that some of the bids lacked swings which were specifically requested as a desired feature. One of the proposals offered a saucer as an adequate substitution. Another bid offered a special glider suitable Page 2 of 5 9