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City Council Minutes August 7, 2023 Page 3 of 7 --------------------------- COUNCIL MEMBER CLEMENT MOVED TO ADOPT THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL STUDY FOR THE PEQUOT LAKES SCHOOL DISTRICT. COUNCIL MEMBER RONNING SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 5.3. EDC Update EDC Commissioner Mark Hallan talked about discussions the City has had with the School District about the potential ball fields in the Heart of the Good Life. He stated approximately twenty-two acres would be needed for the school. He stated he presented the potential layout that would be the best option for the City. Mr. Hallan also said he has talked to the DNR about a road crossing over the trail. Rich Spiczka stated the City is willing to have conversations about what is the best for everyone. Mayor Gardner asked if there is any progress on the Highway 371 sign. Mr. Hallan explained that in the past it was supposed to be the Chamber's responsibility, but it is still being discussed by the EDC Commission. 5.4. Park Commission Update Park Board Chair Nancy Adams said the bike trail from East Twin to Pequot is in bad condition. She said it is time to put some pressure on the DNR. She said they are working on a tree study and asked for RFP's to be in by this Friday. She said they removed Sibley Lake Park because the Park Board member Keith Simar, who is a retired forester volunteered to do the park. Discussion ensued about what kind of trees are in the park. Ms. Adams stated Mayo Lake Park was removed from the grant because all that would qualify are safety issues. She stated they are getting quotes for signs for Mayo Lake. Ms. Adams stated Bands in the Park is done and they had great attendance. She said they looked at evaluations that are done every week and they are working on looking for bands for next year. She asked for suggestions and said to let Rich know any band requests. She said the Park Board concluded that a monument sign is better than a post in the air. She said they will discuss it more at the next meeting. She said the DNR grant is waiting for certification that the project is not on sacred grounds. She said the Splashpad will remain open as the weather permits. Ms. Adams said plans are confirmed that the Park Board will have a float in the Santa Bobbin Parade. She said the board has won the last few years. She stated Community Action can take donations for money for Christmas lights since they are a 503c nonprofit. She also said the Eagle was flying the wrong way for the City flag so there is a slight delay. Ms. Adams said the donation agreement requires the Betsy Ross flag to be flown therefore the City flag will be placed elsewhere. 5.5. 2024 Preliminary:, Levi, Richard Spiczka stated staff requested the preliminary levy be set at 50% at $2,550,000. Discussion ensued about the tax rate and higher percentage amounts. Rich said he