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TO THE CITY OF PEQUOT LAKES, MN PARKS COMMISSION We have been privileged to observe what Pequot Lakes has done in the way of being a progressive and active community. We have great affection for Pequot Lakes and the Brainerd Lakes Area. We are aware of the implementation of the four lane highway 371 from Nisswa to Jenkins and the concerns it presents. It is understandable that some of the people were and are concerned as to the affect on businesses with the approved bypass. We feel that Pequot Lakes must present itself as a place of destination. Where people would go out of their way to come. The bobber tower certainly is a great contribution towards this objective. You probably have had a number of suggestions as to things that could be done. We have a suggestion that possibly has been already made. If not, let us be the first! When we visited Mt. Rushmore, some years ago, we were impressed by the state flag display and feel that this is something the Trailside Park could adopt. It is something that would bring in tourists, field trips for school children,tours, etc. The flags could be spaced out in two rows,one on each side of the park,north and south. Each flag pole would have and information sign with a picture of the flag, state name, nickname, size, rank and date of entry, etc. There could be a taller pole with a larger U.S. flag place in the center of the roundabout, replacing the stop lights. Also, in the winter,possibly the poles could have strings of lights extended out to appear as Christmas trees. Thus, we feel privileged to enclose an unsolicited grant in the amount of $ 250,000. $ 150,000 of this grant is to be used to implement the state flag project. $ 100,000 is to be used towards the implementation of the splash park for the children(a wonderful idea). The play equipment for the children is also a wonderful addition. PLEASE UNDERSTAND! THIS IS GIVEN STRICTLY ON AN ANONYMOUS BASIS. THERE IS TO BE NO CONJECTURE AS TO THE SOURCE. NO PUBLIC NOTIFICATION IN ANY WAY, INDIVIDUALL OR BY MEDIA ETC TO DO SO WILL JEOPARDIZE FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS. Suggestions, pictures, information, etc. for purchasing etc. are included. We are pleased to be able to do this for the City of Pequot Lakes and look forward to the implementation as quickly as possible. We hold a fondness for the city and the area and look forward to seeing the results when spending time there. Thank you! Best wishes! Sincerely