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Motion by Mr. LeBlanc, seconded by Mr. Porter to allocate the funds previously ..ea....marked" for general lighting, toward the installation of the lighting at Laurie LaMotte Park. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Landscaping: Ms. DeVine explained that the landscaping is complete around three (3) of the park signs. She will use the leftover funds to "spruce up" the two (2) other park signs. Playground Equipment (Royal Meadows Park): Ms. DeVine explained the installation of the playground equipment on June 3'd was a great success. There were several residents and teens present to help with the installation. Ms. DeVine mentioned the fibar still needs to be delivered and installed. She will contact Harlan from MNIWI Playground Equipment and then Mr. Palzer regarding the fibar. Ms. DeVine has a list of volunteers she will give to Ms. Lien to send out thank you letters from the Parks and Recreation Conunittee. Mr. Navin commended Ms. DeVine and Mr. Porter on their efforts, stating this was a "big job - done well", adding the Robin Lane residents must be very happy. Donation of Lights from Rich DeFoe Ms. Lien explained that Mr. March had sent a letter to Mr. DeFoe requesting he specuy what items specifically he is willing to donate to the City. As of this date, there has been no response from Mr. DeFoe. Mr. Navin will contact Mr. DeFoe regarding the donation. Basketball Hoops Mr. Porter explained he was considering two (2) types of basketball hoops to install at Eagle Park. There is the "oid style" and the "new style". The new style is guaranteed for :;;-~ and is a better quality hoop. Mr. Porter e,,:"ua,cd the cost for two (2) hoops at approximately $1600, with approximately $400 to Public Works for the installation. Motion by Mr. Navin, seconded by Mr. Porter to allocate $2,000 for basketball hoops at Eagle Park from the year 2000 Operation Budget, subject to two (2) hoops at a cost not to exceed $1,600. All in favor. Motion carried unanimously. Mr. Porter will coordinate the purchase, delivery and installation. The conunittee elected nylon nets over chain. Trail Maps to City Engineer Ms. Lien explained that she has spoke with both City Engineers, Tom Peterson and Dan Schluender regarding the request for trail maps for the Parks and Recreation Conunittee. They both felt it was a great idea, and are currently working on the project. Letter of Understanding Update Mr. LeBlanc explained that Jon Vondelinde (Anoka County Parks Director) contacted him regarding the letter Mr. LeBlanc had sent to him and the surrounding communities. Mr. Vondelinde suggested all of these communities get together to discuss the goals and 5