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PEQUOT LAKES PARK COMMISSION THURSDAY, JANUARY 10, 2013 CITY HALL Members Present: Commissioners Karen Ettesvold, Jeff Bruch; Cathy Malecha and Craig Nagel Also Present: Mike Loven, Public Works Supervisor; Nancy Adams, Mayor; and Sandy Peine, City Clerk 1. Call Meeting to Order The Clerk called the meeting to order. 2. 12/13/2012 Park Commission Minutes COMMISSIONER BRUCH MOVED TO APPROVE THE 12/13/2013 PARK COMMISSION MINUTES. COMMISSIONER ETTESVOLD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 3. Welcome New Members Introductions were made and Cathy Malecha and Craig Nagel were welcomed as new members. 4. Appoint President COMMISSIONER BRUCH MOVED TO NOMINATE CATHY MALECHA AS THE PARK COMMISSION CHAIR. COMMISSIONER ETTESVOLD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. 5. Women’s Club – Flower Barrels Discussion was held regarding the flower barrels that were planted and maintained by the Women’s Club. The Clerk stated that the Women’s Club has disbanded and they will no longer be able to take care of the flower barrels in Trailside Park. Discussion was held regarding the required maintenance. The Commission discussed the idea of locating a number of barrels in one location on top of a patio and near the bike racks. This would prevent the need to mow and weed whip around the barrels. The Mayor noted that this may work, but at the present time, the City does not own the park. She stated that she is in discussions with the DNR regarding the possibility of the city acquiring the park from the DNR. COMMISSIONER BRUCH MOVED TO TABLE ANY DECISION ON T HE FLOWER BARRELS UNTIL THE CITY FINDS OUT IF THE PARK LAND WILL BE ACQUIRED FROM THE DNR. COMMISSIONER ETTESVOLD SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION CARRIED 4-0.