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1 Additional needed irrigation and curb cuts were briefly discussed. <br />' In response to Commissioner Rolfe the status of Apple Ridge is not specifically known. Mr. Boos <br />noted there is a purchase agreement for the community park (#5). He added the visioning process <br />is a good one for the Commission to draw upon in relation to the five-year CIP process. Once more <br />is known about development of the land, the City needs to move forward in the acquisition of the <br />Community Park. <br />Case 93: Discuss September 18, 1997, Visioning Meeting <br />Results of the September 18, 1997, and most recent meetings on October 6, 7, 8, 1997, were <br />discussed. Summaries of general input will be forwarded to residents. <br />In response to Commissioner Droegemueller, Commissioner Johns clarified the most recent meetings <br />have narrowed down issues. Discussion in her group included transportation corridors, parks & <br />trails, and whether to keep the City rural or not. <br />Commissioner Droegemueller believed a need exists to clarify to residents how parks are funded. Mr. <br />Boos suggested hosting an informational meeting in conjunction with the Commission's regularly <br />scheduled meeting. He added it may be a good idea to network with the Economic Commission. <br />Commissioner Johns added input related to the visioning process continues to include a desire for a <br />gathering place which would not necessarily include a "downtown" with shopping, etc. Mr. Boos <br />posed the Community Picnic would afford a good opportunity for the Commission to market their <br />5-year CIP. <br />Commissioner Ostrum reiterated the need to provide a reason for Ramsey residents to stay `home' <br />during special holidays such as July 4'h by sponsoring a fireworks display. Cost of such an event <br />would range approximately $4,000 but could be offset through local business donations. <br />Commissioner Droegemueller suggested using the landfill location as a destination site. <br />COMMISSION INPUT <br />Mr. Boos talked about a request by the City of Anoka to make a presentation at the Commission's <br />November meeting about development of their Aquatic Center. <br />Commission members reviewed the letter sent to the City Administrator, Ryan Schroeder, in light of <br />his resignation from the City recognizing his contributions and wishing him well in future endeavors. <br />A brief discussion ensued about Brooklyn Center's recent bond issue. <br />Park and Recreation Commission/October 9, 1997 <br />Page 3 of 4 <br />WJ <br />