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PlIIks & Recreation Meeting Minutes 08-06-03 Ms. Stephan stated the Economic Development Committee is still looking at the New Resident Packet which would include the trail map and that the trail is also on the city's web site and can be printed by anyone interested in the map. The committee would also like the paving of the Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park parking lot to be brought up at the council level once again as the monies have been budgeted for and if the city waits to do this in conjunction with the reconstruction of Heritage Street and Laurie LaMotte Drive it will be years before the parking lot is paved. The committee would like to see this happen sooner. Council Member Lee will bring this issue to City Council. The committee discussed what type of renovation they would like to see at the Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park warming house. Committee Member Peil felt the interior could use extensive work, and while the mechanical and wiring appear to be in good repair at this time, insulation was needed as the furnace runs constantly. Cosmetic repair such as paint and new tables would improve the looks immensely. A play structure was also discussed. Chairperson Peterson stated a play structure was desirable even though the park is a sports complex because little brothers and sisters are there for the games, but the siblings need something to play on. All members agreed a small play structure rated for 20-30 kids would benefit the park. This would be an area a subcommittee could focus on. The committee also discussed the possibility of moving the skate park to a permanent location either in Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park or another park, as it is difficult to continually move and set up. It is labor intensive and time consuming. The committee felt this should be a priority for 2004 so the equipment can be used. Vice- Chairperson LeBlanc felt the city should still be interested in obtaining the S1. Paul Water Utility property on Centerville Lake and should possibly pursue grants in this area. Another area for a subcommittee could be trails and continuing to investigate what would be necessary to obtain an easement for a trail across the church property. For several years the Parks & Recreation Committee has attempted to budget for and have requested the hiring of a Parks Program Coordinator, The committee discussed whether or not to continue budgeting for this item. Council Member Lee suggested pursuing the idea of working with the Lino Lakes Recreation Program Supervisor, Barry Bernstein to develop programs with Lino Lakes using Centerville's parks. Chairperson Peterson explained Centennial Little League and the Centennial Soccer Club are separate from the City of Lino Lake's programs. For instance, Mr. Bernstein is currently requesting the use of Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park's lighted fields for the area youth football program. This would be beneficial to the Centerville families involved in the football program. The committee discussed grants: the writing of, what is involved, who has had experience in grant writing, and what was necessary to start the process. The City Administrator had previously stated the process needed to be started in September for the following year. Vice- Chairperson LeBlanc, Committee Member Seeley and Committee Member Lindsay would be interested in learning the grant process and will pursue this in a subcommittee. Chairperson Peterson suggested adding funds to the budget for education in grant writing. Subcommittees were formed to look at grants, moving Wheels Skate Park to a permanent location, Tracie McBride Memorial Park, trails and the renovation of the warming house. 30f6