Agenda - Council - 11/09/1993 - Laserfiche WebLink

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~aseball Field The on])' baseball field will be regulation size with 90' base paths, thereby accommodanng adults as well as organized and informal pla>'. The field is si~ed away from the softball fields and other areas to minirmze conflicts from the games intensity and generally older players (softball fields are generally acceptable to baseball players through the middle school ages). While this field might recmire an outfield fence, the backstop rr~)' no~ need to be of the caliper of the one lo~.ated at Central Park, and, therefore, construction costs may be only slightly kigher than the softball fields. 'F, ae geographic alignment is an issue of moderate importance due to the velocity of basebal! plas. This orientation piaces neither the infielders (most importantly the pitcher) or the batter at a "sun in the eyes" disadvantage in the typical late afternoon/evening game. The Pond The Park's pond will be the focal point of the passive activities of the recreation area. The pond's a:sth:fic and recreational value could be enhanced in a number of ways. One community-wide benefit would be to introduce brook n'out for fishing and consumption. Part of any operational expense could be defrayed by a local fishing perm/t cost. The spring "opener" could be a festive occasion with a ragged fish providing a significant prize. The tagged fish caught subsequent tc the opener might provide the angler with a lifetime Ramsey fishing permit. If it is determined that the fish cannot survive over winter they could be nerted with a resulting fish fry or possibly release into Trott Brook. The pond would have a dock, bridge or both. Approximately one half of the pond will be "manicured", with the rest "wild", and also a small pon:ion to the south actually fenced ro protect wildlife. DredDng would make the pond more suitable for wildlife, particularly aquatic species, such as 5st. The dredged material would supplement topsoil in the borrow area. One possibili9' would be to route a portion of the treated water from the landf'zlI to the pond for a fountain. This would also serve as aeration and to maintain desired water levels. The primary activity around the pond will be picnicking. The ponds shape could be altered and a beach area then created. A beach to the north would We excellent sun exposure, and something not avaffable to this part of the count'5'.