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Councilmember Peterson encouraged public meetings. He inquired as to the relationship between <br />the Commission and Ramsey Youth Athletic Association (RYAA), questioning whether their <br />needs are being met. <br /> <br />Mayor Hardin indicated that Dave Baake, President RYAA, seemed very pleased at the meeting <br />held at Central Park this summer. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos responded that RYAA has been asked numerous times for their input on the 1996 <br />Capital Improvement Program Central Park line item, which is still pending. <br /> <br />Councilmember Peterson questioned whether a "dedicated seat" on the Park and Recreation <br />Commission for a representative from RYAA would help with communication. <br /> <br />. Mr. Boos responded that the vice-president of RYAA has submitted an application for the <br /> current vacant seat on the Commission. <br /> <br />Chairperson Hetland expressed concern over Elk River imposing fees on Ramsey residents to use <br />their pools, ballfields, etc. <br /> <br />Commissioner Asfahl explained that Elk River is providing administration and are requesting <br />other cities to provide fields or monetary compensation. <br /> <br />Mayor Hardin asked if there are fields available when RYAA is in full swing. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos indicated that RYAA has been very accommodating and were told that something <br />could be worked out. <br /> <br />Commissioner Cook feels that Ramsey users should pay, but not all Ramsey residents. <br /> <br />Councilmember Peterson asked about lighting at some of the parks. He stated fields are empty <br />Friday through Sunday, and perhaps the public should be told that games have to be scheduled <br />during these times. <br /> <br />Tournaments are heavy use on the fields and would require additional maintenance. <br /> <br />Councilmember Peterson suggested more fields, lighting, or better use of the fields we already <br />have. <br /> <br />Chairperson Hetland said that in his opinion, the City needed a major expansion, either with <br />Alpine Park or the expansion of Central Park. In the interim, lighting was important. <br /> <br />Mayor Hardin inquired if there were any issues relating to the City acquiring Central Park <br />property or developing Alpine Park. <br /> <br />Joint City Council/Park and Recreation Commission/Sept. 14, 1995 <br /> Page 3 of 5 <br /> <br /> <br />