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Seven Member Park and Recreation Committee Discussion was held regarding changing the Park and Recreation Committee Member board from five (5) to seven (7) members. It was decided at this time to leave the Park and Recreation Member Committee at five (5) members. Toddler Swing at Tracie McBride Park Ms. Karla DeVine brought up a toddler swing at the McBride Park. Apparently the swing has been broke for some time now. It is very dangerous, adding that small children can fall out easily, or be thrown for a distance if they are not holding on very well. Ms. Lien will talk to the Public Works Department and have them repair /replace the swing. Ice Rink Mr. Navin questioned if there was anything going on regarding the ice rink or attendants at this time. Mr. Brown stated there is nothing going on at this time, but would like staff to post the ice rink attendants position in the next two (2) newsletters so that when winter comes around, the City may have some interested applicants before the season starts. DISCUSSION ITEMS Mr. Brown wanted to address a letter sent to the Park and Recreation Committee by Ms. Mary Jane Lang. Ms. Lang would like to see an adult theme park in Centerville. She has been a resident, who has been paying taxes in this City for 29 years. No where in the City is there a picnic table for older residents to use. If senior citizens want to barbeque or entertain outside, there isn't a single place for them to do so in Centerville. She also feels teens need a place to go. If the city were to install a shelter at a park, it could also be rented out to defray some of the costs. Mr. Navin noted receipt of her letter and thanked her for her comments and interests. There will be more focus on an adult park in the future, possibly when/if the City purchases the land from the St. Paul Water Utility. Hopefully the City will get the Fishing Pier Grant and make an adult park on the lake across from the LaMotte Park. September Agenda Items 1. New Park and Recreation Committee Member recommendation 2. Approval of August 9, 1999 Park and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 3. Update on St. Paul Water Utility 4. Update on Anoka County LaMotte Trail Grant 5. Working Concept of Acorn Creek * Discuss landscaping and trees 6. Update on swing repair at Tracie McBride Park. 7. LaMotte Park seeding and back stops - Mr. Navin to report back to the committee. 8. Update on budget, balance of Park Dedication Fee Account, and breakdown of 1999 costs.