12-02-1996 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORON4 PARK C4MMISSION MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 2, 1996 (#5) �THER BUSINESS Bederwood Ice Rink- Wilson reported having spoken ta the maintenance workers at Bederwood regarding the ice rink. She was informed that the ground was at a slant causing water to runoff to the southwest towards the Luce Line and creating the inability to flood the rink evenly. They suggested boards be placed to eliminate this problem. Wilson informed Gerharc3son of this problem. She does not feel it is worth flooding the rink unless this problem is remedied. Gerhardson reported the ice being in excellent condition last year. Wilson infornied hitn that the workers felt otherwise. Gerhardson will follow up on this issue. Antoine Park- Flint reported that the committee for improving Antoine Park has met and is awaiting authority regarding financing the improvements. It was noted that the Council has received reports on the projected improvements as well as being in attendance during the Park Tour where neighbors voiced the needs of the park. Flint indicated Ilse has asked where the funding would come from for the removal of the barn. Gerhardson said this has not been determined. Noting it is a City facility, Flint asked Gerhardson to find out information regarding budgeting for the park Park Dedication Fund can be used towards capital improvements only. Gerhardson stated there is alot to be done before the work can commence citing a plan, equipment and its placement, and grading. Demolition cost was said to run about $6,500 in addition to the $25,000-$30,OQ0 barn renovation and removal. Antoine Park will be discussed at the January meetin�, Traii on O'Sullivan Property -Flint reported a meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 5, at 9:00 a.m. to be held at the property to discuss the trail placement. McDernlott and Flint witt attend the meeting. McDermott updated the Cammission on the project and Navarre Lane vacation discussed at the November Planning Commission lYleeting. Gaffron appeared before the Park Commission last month to update the Comnvssion on what is involved for the project and for a recommendation on a trail. The Park Commission recommendation made was for a trail to run along Navarre Lane instead of along the center of�live Avenue and down south to CoRd 19 along O'Sullivan's property as recommended by O'Sullivan. Flint said Gaffron has suggested a stairway leading up to a path where Navarre Lane is located. This does create a problem with biking and handicap access. O'Sullivan has suggested the stairway along with the trail along Olive Avenue_ McDermott noted the pros and cons of the trail options previously presented by Gaffron. 6