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PARK AND RECREATION CO~ISSION DECH~BER 18, 1980 Members Present: Dennis Donovan, Terry McLean, Janice Johnson, John Lichter Others Present: Couucilwoman Elect Sue Van Wagner After a motion by McLean seconded by Johnson, the October meeting minutes were accepted. The November minutes were also approved after a motion by Johnson and seconded by McLean. It was noted that the Council's presentation date mentioned in the November minutes was changed to December 16. Chairman Donovan discussed the results of the December 16 Council meeting. They approved further work on the bond issue but with an 8% interest rate. He also suggested we attend the Ramsey School Fun Day on ~arch 7, 1981 to answer questions about the bond issue. The brochure for the bond issue mailing will cost $1,600 for 4,000 copies. It will be]-l" x 9" printed on both sides. Ideas discussed for the brochure are summarized below: 1) Discuss annual cost to homeowner 2) Include a brief statement from the Mayor 3) Describe the history and philosphy of parks and note that we have a comprehensive plan 4) Discuss percentage of park land that is useable 5) Include a map or sketch of the proposed improvements at Central Park 6) Include resolutions of support from the RYAA, Lions, Con~nunity School 7) Include any support statements we can obtain from business Councilwom~u Elect Sue Van Wagner suggested holding a contest to improve some of the neighborhood parks. We could possibly furnish a cash prize s_nd publish notices in the City newsletter. This suggestion was noted by the Commission for future consideration. Chairman Donovan and John Lichter decided to draft language for the brochure for consideration at the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 P.M. Respectfully submitted, John Lichter Secretary