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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION <br /> n�ETING HELD ON OCTOBER 7, 1996 <br /> (#2 Antoine Park Discussion - Continued) <br /> A committee was appointed consisting of Beal as chair, Ilse, and neighborhood <br /> representatives, Karen Hansen, Collette Roberts, Paul Bozorie, and John Thimmesh. The <br /> neighbors were informed that any final decisions regarding expenditure of funds would be <br /> made by the City Council. Costs for park improvements were said to generally come out <br /> of the Park Dedication Fund. White noted that based on comments made on the Park <br /> tour, the Council was in favor of making improvements to the park. Wilson asked that the <br /> safety issues be addressed immediately. It was noted that signs such as requested were <br /> probably readily available. <br /> Another neighbor asked about street repair. He was referred to John Gerhardson, since <br /> this is not a matter for the Park Commission. <br /> The Commissioners discussed equipment costs and the need to provide handicapped <br /> accessible equipment. It was noted that the costs could be saved by using City staff and <br /> demolishing old playground equipment and the barn at the same time. <br /> Beal asked about a lean-to shelter. McMillan said the foundation should be inspected. <br /> The committee will consider what should be done with the barn and make <br /> recommendations. It was suggested that Beal meet with Gerhardson to discuss the park <br /> prior to the committee's first meeting. <br /> (#3) LILI MCMILLAN RESiGNATION - TRANSFER OF RESPOIYSBILITIES <br /> Flint noted changes within the Park Commissioners, asked for consideration of input <br /> regarding chair rotation, and asked for interest in the vice-chair position. Wilson indieated <br /> her interest in being vice-chair. <br /> With McMillan's move to the Planning Commission, she distributed information pertinent <br /> to the Park Commission among those in attendance. Information on tree preservation was <br /> given to Beal and Crystal Bay Park to Wilson. McMillan suggested the gazebo and ice <br /> rink be regarded in phase 2 of Crystal Bay Park improvements. She asked that the <br /> Commission consider a kidney-shaped rink and �;ave support through a letter on why the <br /> gazebo and ice rink should be located near each other. McMillan said the least priority at <br /> this time was a basketball court. Wilson will contact Susan Tenney, a neighbor of Crystal <br /> Bay Park, for input and will consider changes in the subcommittee. Wilson voiced <br /> concern over maintenance of the park. McMillan noted that the spruce trees were donated <br /> by a neighbor, who will water them. She also suggested deciduous trees be planted in the <br /> spring. Wilson commented on the new trellises on the post office. <br /> � <br />