Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/10/1995

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Federal Cartridge expressed they may be interested in building a conference center. Mr. Schroeder indicated the City may entertain the idea of building an indoor conference center on the property that could be utilized by residents as well as Federal Cartridge. Commissioner Asfahl voiced concern regarding the "tunnel effect" of the entrance. Mr. Tauer explained that brush would be cleared out under trees eliminating possible areas of concern. Mr. Schroeder elaborated by saying that trees along the entrance corridor would be spaced far enough apart to allow for mowing - approximately 6 feet. Commissioners Skinner and Cook would like to see lighting along walkways, parking lots and the ballfields. Mr. Schroeder suggested that lighting be mentioned in the narrative. Commissioner Asfahl complimented Mr. Tauer on his work with the concept plan indicating she likes the layout. Mr. Boos said there may be "committee type" discussions regarding Central and Alpine Parks to receive input from residents. It was suggested that the Commissioners take time to digest the concept plan and call any suggestions into Mr. Tauer at City Hall. Commissioner Johns queried whether RYAA has submitted their views on the plan. Mr. Boos indicated that there has been no response from RYAA to date. Consensus of the Commission to present the concept plan to Federal Cartridge. Case #3: REVIEW 1996 - 2001 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM (CIP) Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos presented the CIP as approved at the July 13, 1995 regular meeting and public hearing along with the completed narrative for review. The Finance Committee is scheduled to receive the CIP on Tuesday, August 22, 1995. Mr. Schroeder pointed out that after meeting with Finance Officer Hart, the interest earnings allocated from the Park Trust Fund for River's Bend park in 1997 were approximately twice as high as what is available. Mr. Boos indicated that if River's Bend 3rd and 4th Additions with commercial development proceeds, the interest earnings are projected to be correct. Mr. Schroeder also made the following suggestions: 1997 AEC Energy Park - another $25,000 may be available through the TIF Fund 1998 Mississippi River Trail Corridor - monies may be available through interest earnings Mr. Schroeder said, that in his opinion, the landscaping and grading for a future neighborhood park concurrent with well #4 and tower #2 west of Ramsey Boulevard could be eliminated and the dollars combined with the AEC trail. He indicated that shrubbery could be placed in the area of the well and tower. 2001 McKinley Street sidewalk and boulevard trees - monies could be allocated from TIF and the timeline moved to 1997 Park and Recreation Commission/August 10, 1995 Page 3 of 5