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, February 21, 2001 Fete des Lacs Festival Committee Meeting Minutes Jerry Turnberg, Minnesota Recreation Association, who stated that it looked very optimistic that it would be happening in Centerville. Mr. Turnberg requested the length of the playing fields and Mr. Bisek was researching same. Mr. Turnberg requested that the information be forwarded to him within the next couple of weeks. Council Member Nelson stated that the electricity is a large issue for the playing fields and tournament. Committee Member Sweeney stated that electricity to the park is a more major issue for other events, however, was important to the baseball fields. Chair DeVine questioned whether Committee Member Sweeney had additional items to add. Committee Member Sweeney stated that the Committee had done a good job last year and that compilation of budgets was very difficult in the past due to the fact that every thing was new. Committee Member Sweeney felt that overall the Committee did a really good job and was close to the budgeted amount. Committee Member Sweeney felt that if the carnival had more rides a larger turnout would have been had. Committee Member Sweeney stated that there was a larger turnout for the dance. Committee Member Sweeney felt that expenditures would be increased to accommodate the tournament, however, same should produce additional revenue. Council Member Capra questioned whether the tournament would be a breakeven event. Chair DeVine stated that the type of .last year's tournament was a breakeven event, however, this Regional Tournament would be different due to the fact that the City would not have to advertise to recruit teams, pay for the softballs, have the opportunity to charge admission, parking and concessions. Council Member Capra questioned whether the City, or the Centerville Lions would operate the concessions. Committee Member Sweeney stated that local businesses, Centerville Lions, etc. Council Member Capra stated something similar to last year. Committee Member Sweeney concurred. Committee Member Sweeney stated that it was a 64-team tournament with approximately 760 spectators, i.e., spouses, significant others, children, etc. Chair DeVine stated that there were 35 teams in our class, in the region. Discussion ensued in regards to parking. Committee Member Peil stated that there was an excess of parking last year. Council Member Capra questioned the placement of the current building at Laurie LaMotte Memorial Park. Chair DeVine discussed same. Council Member Capra questioned the amount of St. Genevieve's property used in the previous year. Chair DeVine explained the amount of property used and stated that same was used for parking only. Council Member Capra questioned the placement of the carnival and Chair DeVine explained. Committee Member Peil stated that excluding park, all activities were on park property. Committee Member Peil stated that last year's set-up would continue to be used, however, securing the use of St. Genevieve's property would be essential for parking, especially if the tournament is secured. Council Member Capra stated a scenario in regards to St. Genevieve's plans to either to construct a new building on their 15 acres or add on an addition. What effect this would have on the Festival. Chair DeVine stated that events would have to be tailored to Church's services and securing parking facilities. The Chair stated that St. Genevieve's plan may affect the Festival in upcoming years; however, it was not anticipated to have an affect on this years events. Chair DeVine stated that the one (I) item that is in common with both the Church and the Festival was that portion of property used for parking. Discussion ensued in regards to the amount that was charged by Mr. Cardinal for the use of the property. Page 4 of 8