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Park Commission Minutes <br /> March 11, 2010 <br /> Page 2 <br /> Jamie DenHartog stated that the park may be too constricted to add a <br /> playground. Mayor Adams stated she would contact MnDOT and ask if the <br /> City could use some of their right-of-way for the playground. It was the <br /> consensus of the Park Commission that the Committee will consist of the <br /> following: <br /> Everett Johnson, Pete Clement, Chamber Representative, Mayor Adams, <br /> and someone from the Business Community. <br /> The Park Commission decided that the committee would meet after Mayor <br /> Adams has had a chance to speak to MnDOT about the right-of-way. <br /> Sam Salfisberg to come to the next meeting with a design for the gazebo. <br /> 5. Playground Equipment Plan for Gildner Park <br /> Chair Tweed stated that the Park Commission has decided to build the <br /> playground equipment for Gildner Park. The equipment will be made from <br /> wood as the Park Commission wants it to look rustic so as to fit in with the <br /> wooded area. <br /> It was the consensus of the Park Commission to review and choose the <br /> playground equipment for Gildner Park, and to decide who will build the <br /> equipment. Pete Clement suggested that the Commission contact Home <br /> Depot regarding a donation of materials for the playground equipment. <br /> 6. Chokecherry Trees <br /> The Clerk distributed a letter from the Mayor to the Governor requesting <br /> that Pequot Lakes be named the Chokecherry Capitol of Minnesota. She <br /> noted that she will request a recognition letter from the Governor. She <br /> further suggested that the City Council pass a Proclamation proclaiming <br /> the City to be the Chokecherry Capitol of Minnesota. <br /> Discussion was held regarding the trees. Cathy Malecha stated that 350 <br /> trees have been ordered at $2.00 each. She stated that the City would sell <br /> the trees for $10.00 each. The purpose is to raise some money for the <br /> playground equipment and to make the City more attractive. Cathy <br /> suggested a map of the downtown to decide where the trees could be <br /> planted. It was suggested that the City advertise for the sale of the trees <br /> by placing a flyer in the utility bills and by informing the Business Connect <br /> group. <br /> 7. Park Brochures <br />