Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/11/2005

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Commissioner Shryock thought they could include this in the newsletter and solicit information. Commissioner Pontius wondered how many dog licenses are issued in the City and thought they could get information from that to see if there are more large or small breed dogs to determine what kind of park to put in. Commissioner Olds suggested having a smaller area for small dogs and a larger area for the large breed dogs. He thought they could use an acre or two for the park. Chairperson Johns stated they had to fence in whatever they do. Commissioner Lehman wondered what the permits were and what the cost was for them. Civil Engineer II Linton stated Three Rivers has an annual park pass for $30.00 per household and some have a liability release that has to be signed and making sure ail shots are current. Chairperson Johns indicated she would like more information brought back. Civil Engineer II Linton thought there should also be drinking water at the park and maybe a small pool for the dogs to cool off in. Commissioner Lehman thought citizen interest is there for a dog park. He thought it would be a good idea to put it in the newsletter because it would also get information from non-dog owners regarding this. - Civil Engineer II Linton stated he would come up with a survey and bring it back to 'the 'next meeting. . Commissioner Shryock thought they may have some extended trails where people could bring the dogs to keep them off the main trails and it Would not need to be fenced in. Case #2: Update on Lions Donation for Building in Central Park Civil Engineer II Linton stated the Ramsey Lions Club has made two presentations to the Park and Recreation Commission regarding replacing the concession stand in Central Park. The existing concession stand floor is slightly below the adjacent grade and water collects on the floor during and after rain events. The building is too small to serve the needs of the armual community picnic. , The Lions Club made a presentation to the City. Council and the Council moved to accept the donation. Staff has been directed to work with the Lions Club to facilitate construction of a new building. Chairperson Jotms stated at their last meeting, they discussed investigating improving the current building as well and are they going to do this. Park and Recreation Commission/July 14, 2005 Page 3 of 7