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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR OR�NQ PARK COMMIS5ION <br /> MEETING HELD ON APRIL 7, 1997 <br /> (#7} DISCUSSION OF FUTURE FUNDING FflR PARK DEDiCATION <br /> Ilse reported an a "March for Parks" national program that assists local parks. It was <br /> begun by an advocacy consumer group that promotes national parks. This program <br /> occurs on Earth Day each year with a march to raise funds. Ilse has requested she be sent <br /> an information packet. While it may be too late to become involved in the prograrn this <br /> year, Ilse felt it would be a good way to raise funds in the future. It was noted that Girl <br /> Scout, Boy Scout and School groups could be eontacted to assist with the program. <br /> This agenda item wi11 be discussed further when White is in attendance. <br /> (#8) COM�TISSION MEMBERS PARK RESP4NSIBILITIES FOR SUMMER, <br /> 1997 <br /> This agenda item will be reviewed in May. <br /> (#9) ICE RINK REVIEW <br /> Gappa reported that the biggest concern this year was at Bederwood due to an inadequate <br /> water supply. Complaints have been received about the poor ice conditions. The City is <br /> currently m�intaining rinks at Hackberry, Casco Foint and Bederwood. The Commission's <br /> goal is to evaluate each rink and maintain only quality rinks. <br /> Beal indicated the City of Wayzata uses warm water in a tank to flood their rinks. <br /> McDermott questioned whether the City could do a rink share program with Wayzata <br /> utilizing their water tank. Gappa said he would check into the issue. He noted the need <br /> for City water or a new well at Bederwood in order to produce a quality sheet of ice. <br /> Keiley asked if the Comrnission had considered an ice rink on Lake Minnetonka. Ilse said <br /> she thought that had been considered a liability issue also noting problems with <br /> snowmobilers. Gappa will review this possibility. Wilson suggested the use of boards for <br /> edging the rink. McDermott suggested two rinks, ane for hockey and one for general <br /> skating. McDermott askect that this consideration be added to the Commission goals. <br /> Kelley also reported that the schools use the hot water directly from the boilers to flood <br /> #he schoal rinks using a 3" hose. He questioned whether the City could fill up a tank from <br /> the school's boiler for flooding. Gappa indicated that the amount of water flow is vital to <br /> producing gaod ice. He said cold water will work as long as the flow is fast. <br /> 6 <br />