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�1 <br /> MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF JULY 5, 1994 <br /> (#5) NEW BUSINE5S - SHEROKEE ILSE - SUMMIT PARK <br /> Chair Flint explained Ilse requested Item 5 be placed ahead of Item 4 because Ilse needed to <br /> leave early. There were no objections. <br /> Ilse distributed a memo regarding Summit Beach. The beach is heavily used and she pointed <br /> out several concerns: rope swing from tree, diving off dock, and possible injuries resulting from <br /> rough behavior by kids. She suggested the placement of a no diving sign, installation of an <br /> emergency phone, and the possibility of hiring a lifeguard. Gerhardson said the City did not <br /> install the tree swing and it will be removed. Vongries proposed removal of the dock. Ilse <br /> stated it is a favorite swimming beach for young children and the only one that offers a dock for <br /> young children to play on and enables them to jump from it into the water. Chair Flint noted <br /> it has not been a problem during times he has visited after supper and found children <br /> cooperative. <br /> Howells favored display of a no diving sign. Chair Flint advised that an effective warning sign <br /> needs to list the reason such as shallow water. Gerhardson said he would check into the cost <br /> of an emergency phone. He distributed a memo which listed the City of Long Lake's cost for <br /> lifeguard services in 1994. Wilson said the installation of a no diving sign would be a start to <br /> correct the problem. Gerhardson suggested contacting other communities for information on <br /> liability issues regarding warning signage. <br /> Chair Flint recommended the City Attorney be contacted for the appropriate warning language <br /> to be used. He noted the close proximity of houses which could be used if an emergency arose. <br /> Gerhardson stated when incidents or problems occur at the beach, it would be helpful for people <br /> to contact the police and fill out ICR reports. This process alerts the police to problems in the <br /> area and starts a paper trail. <br /> (#4) ACTION PLAN <br /> Chair Flint commented that according to the action plan agenda the Park Commission is up-to- <br /> date with its schedule. <br /> Wilson inquired if the OBA contracts were received? Chair Flint said they had been approved <br /> before work commenced. <br /> Regarding canoe rack rentals, Chair Flint suggested non-residents be advised that space remains <br /> available as only two or three have been rented. <br /> 4 <br />