Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 09/15/1988

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John Lichter told her that it was too early to request equipment and that right now the Commission has to replace the park. Merland Otto stated that if the park is going to be ready within a year, now is a good time to request equipment. Becky Vien said that they would like swings, a slide, and a small ball field. She said that they would like the funds to be there when the park is replaced. Case ~3 19~8 Parks Improvement Budget. Greg Anderson, 14235 Waco, told the Commission that he would like some equipment at the Rivers Bend Park because there is nothing for the smaller childern to play on. Merland Otto suggested calling the Jaycee's or the Lion's and see if they would like to cost share for the equipment. Debbie Kirkpatrick, 14622 Waco, stated that she didn't think the residents should have to find funding; she feels it should come out of our taxes. John Lichter suggested that the people submit their request in the form of a petition to the City Council. At this time Merland Otto went through the 1988 and 1989 Park and Recreation Budget. John Lichter suggested adding $3,000 for play ground equipment at Titterud Park. Claudie Dodge suggested budgeting for some tables and chairs. She suggested that users of the building be approached for donations of furniture. Merland Otto suggested setting some time aside to extend the 5 year improvement budget. Motion by Commissioner Rustad and seconded by Commissioner Prall to pass the budget on to the City Council for their approval with the recommendation that they adopt it. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairman Lichter, Commissioners Hetland, Rustad, Lokker and Prall. Voting No: None. Absent: Commissioners Shumway and Johnson. The Commission recessed at 8:42. Chairman Lichter called the meeting back to order at 8:53. Case ~ Information Items Merland Otto mentioned that North Fork will be proposing a golf course Park and Recreation Commission/September 15, 1988 Page 3 of 4