04-06-1998 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON APRIL 6, 1998 (#14) ANTOINE PARK CONSTRUCTION STATUS - GAPPA A. PAINT OLD SWING SET, OLD SLIDE, PARKING STALL, SIDEWALK, ACCESSIBLE PLAY EQUIPMENT, ETC. B. DEDICATION/RIBBON CUTTING, SET DATE C. "THE BEAL TREE" - FLOWERING CRABAPPLE? Gappa reported that the handicapped path requires paving, which should occur in May. McDermott suggested PVC culverts be replaced. It was noted that the old swing set has been reused but the slide was removed. Wilson suggested the neighborhood group chair, Karen Hanson, be contacted regarding adopting the park. McDermott indicated that the dedication and ribbon cutting will occur during the Park Tour. McDermott suggested a crabapple tree be planted in dedication to Commissioner Beal's contribution on the Commission. A possible location for the tree was indicated between the swing set and wooded area. Gappa suggested the tree be planted prior to the Park Tour. Ms. Silber's husband, Mr. Ruce, suggested a "Donald Wyman" crabapple be planted as it is known to be disease resistant. Wilson asked Gappa to ensure that plants are watered during the summer months. It was noted that Crystal Bay Park will need to be reseeded and fertilized. (#15) SUMMIT BEACH A. STATUS OF MAINTENANCE WORK- GAPPA B. EXPAND MOWED AREA, RELOCATE BATHROOMS, OTHER IMPROVEMENTS FOR SPRING -WILSON Gappa reported that the driveway was taken out and the ground seeded. Wilson reminded Gappa to relocate the bathroom away from the parking lot. She also reiterated the other maintenance needs for moving the sign to the left of the entry, need for a beach regulation sign, and a larger mowed area, which can be determined at the beginning of the mowing season. The posts and fallen trees have been removed. The mowed area would be a good location for the picnic tables. Wilson was informed that one person is assigned to parks. She suggested the park maintenance be reviewed for the parks with this person. 9