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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993 <br /> PARK SURVEYS - CONT. <br /> Vongries felt there was no enthusiasm from Commission members for monitoring the program. <br /> Wilson expressed an interest in monitoring the ice rinks to see if a need exists. She also <br /> suggested using volunteer people in the neighborhoods to monitor the parks. Because of their <br /> close proximity to the parks, Ilse could monitor Bederwood and White could monitor the Casco <br /> park. <br /> McMillan offered to locate a volunteer to monitor the Hackberry Park. <br /> Vongries agreed to monitor the Antoine park. <br /> McMillan stated at the December meeting forms will be provided to everyone to monitor the ice <br /> rinks during the winter months. <br /> Flint asked Gerhardson what would be done this year to obtain better ice quality. <br /> Gerhardson replied the rinks will be monitored more frequently. All rinks are on a regular <br /> schedule for snow removal with flooding done as needed. An important aspect for making ice <br /> is to develop good base layers of ice on the rink. <br /> (#4) PROPOSED DICKEY/COFFIN SUBDIVISION <br /> Gerhardson reported the Dickey/Coffin subdivision proposal had gone before the City Council <br /> who requested written documentation on preservation of the Native American site. Council liked <br /> the idea of a park but questioned the costs involved for development and requested Park <br /> Commission's input. <br /> Vongries commented he is not sure the City needs a park in that particular location. The City <br /> is not in the business of maintaining heritage centers or interpretive centers. He feels only <br /> residents within the proposed development would use the trails. The owners should develop the <br /> property within reason and contribute to the park development fund. Cygnet Park is an example <br /> of an unused, undeveloped park which has no need. The community does not need small pieces <br /> of land. <br /> Chair Flint stated Cygnet Park is designed to be a neighborhood park and the community will <br /> need neighborhood recreational facilities as it develops. <br /> Wilson inquired if a park is needed in this subdivision because of its close proximity to <br /> Hackberry Park, the Luce Line and the DNR park. <br /> 2 <br />