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MINUTES OF THE <br /> ORONO PARK COMMISSION MEETING <br /> Monday,January 5,2015 <br /> 7:00 o'clock p.m. <br /> Edwards noted in the past the City utilized the string type buoys,which were a maintenance nightmare <br /> and were often moved by various people. As a result,a decision was made to eliminate them. Edwards <br /> stated the proposal he is currently looking at are buoys for the boats. <br /> B. PARK BUDGET <br /> Meyers asked how much money the Park Commission has in its budget for 2015 and how it is broken <br /> down. <br /> Edwards indicated there is an additional $36,873 that was approved by the Council. The main items <br /> included in that amount include an additional $10,000 for a temporary, seasonal employee; $10,000 for <br /> miscellaneous park supplies or repairs; and$11,000 in professional services such as tree trimming and <br /> other things that are not within the scope or ability of the Public Works Department. <br /> Brenda Johnson asked what buildings and grounds typically includes. <br /> Edwards stated that would include lawn mowing and recurring landscaping and general maintenance, <br /> such as sign replacement and docks. <br /> Pesek noted the budget does not show any capital improvements. Pesek stated to his understanding the <br /> Park Commission has $800,000 available that could be used to acquire a new park or other capital <br /> improvements. <br /> Edwards noted what is on the overhead screen is the Park Commission's annual budget and that there is a <br /> Park Fund that is available for the purchase of additional lands or other capital expenditures. Edwards <br /> indicated that item was included in the Park Commission's 3-ring binders in the budget section. <br /> Meyers stated those funds will be looked at as part of the 5-year plan. <br /> Edwards noted there is not a steady stream of income into the Park Fund and is dependent on <br /> developments. <br /> Pesek stated what that money can be used for should be better defined. <br /> Meyers concurred with Commissioner Pesek and stated the Park Commission can discuss that when they <br /> have their work session. <br /> Edwards stated he can also speak with the City's Finance Director and get some clarification on that. <br /> STAFF REPORTS <br /> 5. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER UPDATE <br /> Edwards reported since the November meeting, the Public Works Department has been out at a number of <br /> the parks throughout the City. Work has been performed at Summit Beach Park to clean up the canoe <br /> area as well as brush removal. Edwards noted at Summit Beach Park the Public Works Staff will need to <br /> grind a big stump in the spring as well as remove some buckthorn. In addition, some tree trimming has <br /> Page 7 of 11 <br />