05-14-2015 Park Commission Meeting

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Park Board Minutes April 9, 2015 Page 2 Mike Loven explained that the Council had changed the design of the restroom that was recommended by the Park Commission. The Commission was concerned about the possibility of the price increasing with the new design. Commissioner Ronning stated that he was OK with design as it had an up-north look. He stated that he wanted to be ensured that it would not be more expensive than the one Park Commission recommended and that there would be two fixtures per side. 7. Smore Park Bench Commissioner Ronning stated that Cathy Malecha would be in favor of accepting the Smore Park Benches and that they be located at the new playground. She felt that the benches fit in that location and that they would create a good photo opportunity for children. Commissioner Ronning indicated that Nancy Adams was not in favor of locating the benches in the Park. Karen Ettesvold stated that it may not be a good idea because of the advertising on the benches. She stated that if there is advertising on the benches it should be from local businesses. Commissioner Ronning stated that he would be in favor of the benches especially since there is no cost to the City. COMMISSIONER BRUCH MOVED TO ACCEPT THE SMORE BENCHES TO BE PLACED AT A LOCATION TO BE DETERMINED AT A LATER DATE BY THE COMMISSION. COMMISSIONER RONNING SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION FAILED 2-2. COMMISSIONERS BRUCH AND RONNING VOTED IN FAVOR OF THE MOTION. COMMISSIONERS ETTESVOLD AND NORDBY OPPOSED. 8. Flowers A. Bobber Park Commissioners Ettesvold and Nordby volunteered to plant the flowers at Bobber Park. B. Businesses Discussion took place regarding the flowers to be planted in the barrels and located in the downtown area. Mike Loven stated that there are funds budgeted in the 2015 budget for this project. COMMISSIONER NORDBY MOVED TO FOLLOW THE SAME PROGRAM AS LAST YEAR FOR PLANTING THE FLOWERS. COMMISSIONER BRUCH SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.