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Park Board Minutes <br /> September 12, 2013 <br /> Page 2 <br /> Mr. Loven asked how the Park Board would like to proceed. It was <br /> determined it is necessary to obtain Council buy-in. Mr. Loven also <br /> reiterated the need to know where the right-of-way is located and to <br /> determine costs for water, wastewater, etc. Chair Malecha will contact <br /> Royalton regarding their water consumption. <br /> It would be nice to have bathroom facilities on the north side of the park; <br /> 3-season facilities would be less expensive than having winterized <br /> bathrooms. <br /> It was the consensus to have a Park Commission Member attend the <br /> upcoming Council meeting. Commissioner Bruch is concerned tax payers <br /> aren't ultimately responsible for the cost. The City would be responsible <br /> for maintenance. Mr. Loven pointed out that water is an Enterprise Fund <br /> and water customers would be paying the bill. The Park Commission will <br /> report to the City Council and get permission to move forward <br /> investigating this and receiving letters of intent for support. <br /> The playground at Trailside North is under utilized; the equipment is for <br /> very young children. New equipment is very expensive, although it could <br /> help make Pequot Lakes a destination. <br /> 6. Other Business <br /> Concert in the Park — Commissioner Nagel asked Mr. Loven if it would be <br /> possible to turn the benches so they face the Bank Shelter. Mr. Loven <br /> stated that can be done and that there are also additional benches that <br /> can be added. <br /> Sibley Park Steps — Commissioner Nagel asked whether or not there is a <br /> plan to replace the existing steps. Mr. Loven stated that the cost for the <br /> replacement of the steps ($90,000) is included in the five-year capital <br /> improvement plan. The cost to remove and bury the existing power lines is <br /> included in the 2014 budget. Mr. Loven pointed out that when the power <br /> lines are moved/removed; there will be no poles for lighting. If playground <br /> equipment is included with the Splash Park, is more equipment necessary <br /> at Sibley Park. Cost for maintenance of several parks with playground <br /> equipment is a concern. <br /> Forest Management Plan — Mr. Loven presented a Forest Management <br /> Plan the City received from the Department of Natural Resources. This <br /> would be nice to include on the City website. COMMISSIONER NAGEL <br /> MOVED TO HAVE THE FOREST MANAGEMENT PLAN PLACED ON <br /> THE CITY WEBSITE. COMMISSIONER BRUCH SECONDED THE <br /> MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4 — 0. <br />