04-14-2016 Park Commission Meeting

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Park Commission Minutes April 14, 2016 Page 2 Commissioner Ettesvold reported they should be fine with volunteers for setup but may need some help with food. When asked she stated a couple of residents of the apartments have volunteered. Mike Loven will call in the locate and Commissioner Adams will contact Jeremy Fyle to see if he will donate a portable restroom for the three days. Commissioner Adams will contact Nancy Vogt at the newspaper to be sure she has the playground construction on her calendar. Commissioner Ettesvold stated the playground company will need to know how many shirts to supply. Commissioner Adams will prepare a list. 5. Mayo Lake Park Commissioner Adams presented a picture of the new sign at Mayo Lake Park to the other Members. She asked Mike if a directional sign could be placed on Hurtig Road so people knew where to turn. Mike Loven will place a sign on the west side of the road stating "Mayo Lake Preserve" with an arrow. He will also place laminated signs on the sign board. — Dave Lind asked if the erosion by the dam was a city or township concern. Mike Loven advised Mr. Lind to contact Loon Lake Township and provided contact information. Dawn Bittner passed out the Mayo Lake Nature Preserve brochure. These brochures will be placed in a display box with a cover on the sign board. Commissioner Adams asked if the trails could be brushed again. Mr. Loven stated he received complaints last year because of the small tree stubs. He will have it brushed again. Damage from beaver was reported. Mike Loven reported beaver in Sibley Lake are being trapped. 6. Healthy Community Grant Opportunity Dawn Bittner explained the City has a grant opportunity from Crow Wing Energized. The application deadlines are April 25 and May 30. The Commission agreed to have Staff complete the grant application for the following: Sibley Lake Park • 2 signs for walking path, one at each end - $200 • Playground dedication sign — $425 • 2 Picnic tables - $300