03-12-2015 Park Commission Meeting

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Park Board Minutes March 12, 2015 Page 2 Mike Loven reported funds for this project: $29,000 in Capital Outlay, $12,300 in Chokecherry tree sales, $9,000 in Park Light Posts that can be re-designated, and a donation of$3,500 from Lakes State Bank that has yet to be designated, resulting in approximately $53,000. Chair Malecha asked if Commissioner Ronning's proposal could be taken back to WSN. Council Member Karr stated he would be hesitant to place a limit on their proposal; the City should take a closer look at what is included. The proposal includes fielding questions to opening bids. COMMISSIONER RONNING MOVED TO MEET WITH WSN AND OFFER 10% OF THE BUILDING COSTS OR A CAP OF $10,000. COMMISSIONER ETTESVOLD SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. It was the consensus of the Park Board that Commissioner Ronning and Mike Loven would meet with WSN to discuss the proposal. 5. Playground Fence Commissioner Ettesvold introduced new Commission Member Ashley Nordby. Commissioner Ettesvold presented several styles of fencing. It was the consensus of the Park Board to construct fencing on two sides, along the highway and the north end, and a short angle on the south end, 4 feet high. The fence would be constructed 10-feet from the playground. There would be room for benches and picnic tables. Pro-Build has stated the lumber yard would sell the fencing to the City for cost. Commissioner Ettesvold will obtain a new drawing indicating the location of the playground and fencing to present to MN/DOT to receive permission to place fence within MN/DOT right-of-way. Mile Loven will schedule playground construction and will present the schedule at the April meeting. Chair Malecha stated Costco will provide food for volunteers and will need to be notified in advance. It was suggested similar fencing could be constructed around the Bean Hole Pit. Mike Loven stated the final figures will be presented next month. 6. Assignment of$3,500 Donation Commissioner Ronning stated he visited Sibley Lake Park and noted the railing down the steps is in bad shape. Council Member Karr stated the money should be used on a project that it will pay for the majority of the project, rather than be put toward an $80,000 project.