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Parks/LJtilities Supervisor Riverblood indicated he was not aware of any distinction there but he <br />did not think it would be much different than other materials. He stated they could have <br />organized activities for the skate parks, demonstrations, lessons or camps. They could also rent it <br />out to private parties and school groups. <br />Commissioner Hansen wondered how they would'go about getting waivers signed. <br />Parks/Utilities Supervisor Riverblood stated in Tier One they do not need to have a waiver <br />signed. They would post signs indicating equipment is strongly suggested. <br />Chairperson Johns stated skateboarding has become safer with new innovations and if they can <br />do-their part of getting kids out of parking lots and into a skate park would be helpful. <br />Commissioner Hansen thought they could post a sign requiring a helmet even in: a Tier One. <br />Skate Park. <br />Parks/Utilities Supervisor Riverblood stated they could look into this to see what the liabilities <br />issues would be. " <br />Chairperson Johns thought parents may be able to regulate the equipment rather than leaving it <br />up to the City. <br />Parks/LTtilities Supervisor Riverblood stated most of the kids going to the skate park have parents <br />with them to monitor and make sure there are not any problems. _ <br />Consensuses of the Commission was to research facilities and for staff to research this further <br />and look for an interim skate park until a permanent one can be made to bring back to the next <br />meeting. <br />Commissioner LaMere thought staff could check with other cities that have skate parks to find <br />out what problems and benefits they have had and to bring it back to the Commission. <br />Chairperson Johns stated she would like to see a few meetings with youth. groups to get their <br />input. <br />Parks/Utilities Supervisor Riverblood stated there may- be an opportunity to get the youth <br />involved in fund raising for the skate park. <br />Commissioner Hansen wondered if they could find a sponsor to put their name on the skateboard <br />park for a donation. <br />Case #2: Review Sidewalk Ordinance <br />The City adopted the sidewalk ordinance in 2000. The ordinance established standards for <br />sidewalk placement in residential developments. Staff may be reviewing the issue of adding <br />Park and Recreation Commission/January 11, 2007 <br />Page 3 of 5 <br />