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Todd Beldon mentioned that the only traffic in the area is construction vehicles. He feels the <br />City is putting something in now that is not needed - maybe in the future, but not now. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos countered that the level of difficulty in constructing sidewalks increased if you wait. <br /> <br />Chairperson Cook said that they are asking that the money be put aside until the trail existing to <br />the north is ready. <br /> <br />Mr. Ryen asked if the developments will be basically to the north or will they be moving west <br />also allowing for more access streets. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos replied that there is the potential for an additional north/south road. <br /> <br />Mr. Wojciak questioned whether more play equipment will be placed in the park. The park is <br />pretty full on any given day, and with more children comes the possibility of more trouble. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos said that there would be a bid opening tomorrow for a playground further down I42nd <br />Ave. He indicated that it would cost about $6000 for stand-alone play equipment. Funds could <br />be re-directed for additional equipment, possibly eliminating a few trees. He will ask the <br />playground provider to quote prices, perhaps on equipment for younger children. <br /> <br />Commissioner Ostrum asked about the irrigation figures. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos indicated his figures may be high. <br /> <br />Commissioner Asfahl asked how disrupting installation of the the irrigation system would be to <br />RYAA. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos replied that it would only take a few days, hopefully in the first part of June, depending <br />on the outcome of the April 23 City Council meeting. <br /> <br />Chairperson Cook explained the Charitable Gambling Fund and questioned whether using the <br />fund could be an option. <br /> <br />Mr. Boos could ask City Council to consider, but, he's sure they'd agree unless there is a <br />volunteer labor commitment. .. <br /> <br />Consensus of the Commission is to reduce the budget for the victorian garden area with arbor <br />and seating to $8000, reduce the tree budget to $6000, and to reduce the contingency/future <br />improvements budget to $4800. <br /> <br />Motion by Commissioner JohnS and seconded by Commissioner Asfahl to recommend City <br />Council approve the amended draft budget including a mailing to all meeting attendees so they <br />may assist in the selection of playground equipment. <br /> <br /> Park and Recreation Commission .Il 1996 <br /> Page 4 of 7 <br /> <br /> I <br /> I <br /> I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />! <br />I <br />! <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br /> <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br /> <br /> <br />