08-10-2017 Park Commission Meeting Minutes

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Park Commission Minutes August 10,2017 Page 2 ------------------------- � 5. Roundabouts Landscapinq - Update Commissioner Sjoblad contacted a Master Gardener who suggested the City contact Crow Wing County Soil and Water for suggestions. There may be grants available. One thing to keep in mind is volunteers to maintain the areas and consistency in the maintenance long term. Mayor Adams suggested contacting MN/DOT to see what they plant in their roundabouts. Chair Ronning explained the bobber made out of a propane tank at Lakes Gas. The bobber could be placed in the middle of the roundabouts. Commissioner Pearson had reservations regarding the scale; the size of the roundabout and the bobber may look silly. Mayor Adams had contacted Tim Leagjeld for input. He will think about it and contact her with ideas. It was the consensus of the Park Commission to pursue a plan with the bobber tank. � Dawn Bittner noted the City Council will be appointing a Highway 371 Landscape Plan Committee and asked for volunteers. Chair Ronning and Commissioners Graham and Bryan volunteered. Commissioner Graham noted there is a plateau at the intersection of County Road 168 and State Highway 371. It is an eyesore and may need to be landscaped. 6. Skate Park— Update Mayor Adams explained the location for a temporary skate park would be on the dead end street in front of the Chair at Bobber Park. The City's insurance agent confirmed the equipment met city standards. The pavement is rough and may need an overlay and a barrier may need to be placed along Patriot Avenue. COMMISSIONER NAGEL MOVED TO SUPPORT THE TEMPORARY SKATE PARK LOCATION ON THE STREET IN FRONT OF BOBBER PARK. COMMISSIONER JURCHEN SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 7. Banners on County Road 11 Bridge � Commissioner Nagel explained he had learned that decorations would not be allowed on the bridge and city staff assumed that would include banners. It was