Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 09/11/2003

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things as removing graffiti and trash, which sometimes requires four hours per day. If the City were to run the park they may want to charge for the use. Ms. Bartels advised the Commission might want to ask the developer to look for people that may want to rent the space and develop the types of uses in the concept plan. Chairperson Johns commented there are a couple of companies that could be approached for expansion to the north. Commissioner Lehman commented he likes the uniqueness of something different in the Skate Park; however, they do not want to put in something so unique that it does not get utilized. They need to accorm~aodate for the kids and what they will use. Chairperson Johns commented teenage boys want to do what they are comfortable with and know how to do. She indicated she would be drawn to utilizing a vendor because they know what is tried and true and what works. Ms. Barrels indicated one place had a BMX park, which was basically a big pit of dirt that was changed fbrjumps and tricks for the bikes. Mr. Pfeiffer commented customers for a retail store or skating store could be drawn to the skate ramp. Ms. Barrels noted the area around the Skate Park is planned for stores, arcades and fast.food. Commissioner Olds stated rather than a dedicated skate board or roller blade functioning facility there should be some flexibility so. the park can be used for multiple uses. Chairperson Johns inquired if the Commission likes the water theme in the eastern area or if they would rather have something such as miniature golf. Commissioner Olds asked if the features that would be incorporated in the water area would be duplicated anywhere else. Commissioner Shryock commented the fitness center would have a pool and there would be a water play feature in Civic Square. Ms. Bartels explained the interactive fountain in the Civic Square is a zero depth fountain with jets at grade. When the jets are turned off it would not be known that it is there. Commissioner Shryock stated she likes the idea of having the water accessible. Chairperson Johns inquired if the spray deck at the Skate Park would be for all ages; her first thought was that it would be for toddlers. Ms. Bartels explained the spray decks are sometimes overwhelming for little kids. Park and Recreation Commission/August 19, 2003 Page 5 of 10