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