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Parks & Recreation Meeting Minutes 11-05-03 Subcommittees A. Grants Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc asked Ms. Stephan if staff had had any luck in finding an electronic copy of the grant application submitted for the Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park play structure in 1999/2000. Ms. Stephan reported that this was not available electronically, but staff may be able to scan the paper copy and will attempt this as staff time permits. The Grants Subcommittee is currently focusing on trails. B. Trails Committee Member Seeley reported the subcommittee was unable to meet, but she rode the trails and discussed with the committee some areas that could be considered dangerous. The most dangerous areas, she felt, were where the trail crosses Centerville Road between Hunters Crossing and Pheasant Marsh, but there are also other areas where the trails are not adequately marked. For instance, there are not crosswalks, stop signs or yield signs from sidewalk to sidewalk which is a danger for children. The committee discussed what a lengthy process it was with Anoka County to get the trail crossing signs on Centerville Road between Hunters Crossing and Pheasant Marsh. As the trail system expands it would eventually be necessary to add directional markers for those not familiar with the area. Vice-Chairperson LeBlanc met with Mr. Nick EoloIT from the Anoka County Parks a few weeks ago and feels comfortable that Anoka County knows what direction the committee would like to see in the area of trails. It was also discussed whether language concerning trail signage could be added to future Developer's Agreements. C. Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Warming House Renovation The Subcommittee on Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park Warming House Renovation has not met at this time. Some ideas they have are for insulation, sheet rock, new fascia and ventilation as well as paint. The re-roofwas completed by the Centerville Lions in October. D. Tracie McBride Memorial Park Subcommittee Members Ziegler, Seeley and Anderson passed out approximately 50 surveys to residents surrounding Tracie McBride Park on October 21, 2003. At this time 7 have been returned to City Hall. Committee Member Seeley did say residents she talked to, thanked the committee for looking for input from residents. Committee Member Ziegler will tabulate the results to present at the next committee meeting. Council Member Lee read aloud the comments which were received. There were strong opinions and concerns about Wheels Skate Park being relocated to Tracie McBride Memorial Park or a skate pit / street course being added to Tracie McBride Memorial Park. Few residents were in favor of any of these options. 3of5