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PARK & RECREATION COMMITTEE
January 10, 1989
Present: Steve Dixon Gerry LaTendre
Dan Kupfer Lisa Smith
Mayor George Haberman, Council Liason
Audience: Carol Pelton
The meeting was called to order at 7 :20 p.m. Motion by Kupfer
to accept December minutes as written. Second by LaTendre,
unanimously accepted.
New committee members being present, it was decided that Steve
Dixon act as. Chairperson, Cindy Paschke as Treasurer and Lisa
Smith as Secretary. All in favor and accepted.
OLD BUSINESS
A financial report was unavailable, as Cindy was absent. Exact
standing regarding available funds for 1989 wil be discussed
at the next meeting. Pelton did note that the first payment
of a $12,000 deferred billing will be paid within a couple of
weeks.
Dixon noted that the first flooding of the hockey rink was to
begin tonight. Thought he couldn't give a definite date,
Dixon mentioned that the rink may be available for use after
Saturday or Sunday (Jan. 14th or 15th), depending on weather
and other factors associated with proper flooding procedures.
Pelton added that the press has offered to run an announcement,
letting the public know the anticipated date of the opening.
During the last meeting it was decided that more hose would be
needed and Steve has indicated that additional hose would be
needed. Dixon has stated that it has been obtained from the
fire department.
A plaque for the rink needs to be designed and though no progress
has been made thus far, Gerry has agreed to research various de-
signs, costs, actual placement, etc.
Three letters of thanks will be written, one to each of the following =.
Sunny Debruzzi & Ross Contracting, Gary Barrett, and Dick Garley
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NEW BUSINESS
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Discussion arose regarding the timeliness of the survey as applies to
new residents, as well as the overall low percentage of popula-
tion answering questions. It was noted that for a survey by
mail, 30% answering the survey was actually a fairly good
response, and that some important information can be extracted
from those results.
Mayor Haberman suggested that we must not fail to consider the
"No Opinion" percentages when analyzing the data. "No Opinion"
does not necessarily connotate a negative answer.
The P & R Committee has noted the concern for immediate need
of hiking /walking trails in Centerville. We feel that all
involved with helping in the Central Park project have done
a terrific job thus far. However, we also see the need for
decentralizing outdoor activities for the City and this can be
done by working more on trails, other parks, etc....
Though it was noted that present funds won't allow for immediate
attention to this matter, it was agreed that beginning planning
phases might be a good idea, especially when considering long
rnage plans for Centerville.
Smith has requested copies of the comprehensive plan for the City
of Centerville, both short term and long term.
Park recommendations for a City Park Master Plan will be reviewed
and discussed by the P & R Committee within the next two days.
Any changes will be communicated through Tammy.
Landscaping grants: The P & R Committee has received an applica-
ti from the MN Community Pride organization. La Tendre will
C."0" Pride to inquire whether the funds are matching funds, or
outright funds to be used at the discretion of the committee.
Either way, the grant will be applied for. Also a drawing of
Central Park's layout will be submitted.
Seedlings, if they're going to be planted, need to be ordered.
Pelton indicated that in the past they were donated at no charge
by the DNR. A decision will be made as to whether the annual
Arbor Day celebration with the 3rd graders will be done, and
the 4 -H may also be contacted.
The Centerville Heights pond has been being used as a skating area
by neighborhood residents. It has been decided that the P & R
Committee will not furnish lighting or snow removal. Skaters will
skate at their own risk.
Mayor Haberman expressed the knowledge of the Charitable
Gambling Fees of the Lion's Club. These funds are earmarked
for use within the city at the Lions' discretion. It was
suggested that if funds are to be asked for, a specific plan
for use must first be drawn up.
The City Planner has found it necessary to have one person from
each City committee to act as•liason between the committee and
the planner. It was decided that Cindy, since she is most
knowledgeable of information in that area, should be asked to
be liason.
Motion to- adjourn at 9:50 p.m. by LaTendre, second by Smith.
Motion carried.
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