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Park Commission Meeting <br /> June 7, 1999 <br /> Page 2 <br /> focal point in the Navarre area. <br /> Gappa remarked that the Parks Commission is also contemplating improvements to the parking <br /> lot, with screening of the buildings and involvement on the part of the local residents with the <br /> landscaping and upkeep of the park. Gappa stated that the local residents would like this park to <br /> become more of a gathering place with new play equipment being installed. Gappa stated that <br /> the Parks Commission is also considering removal of some of the trees in this park. <br /> Kelley suggested that the Parks Commission consider a gazebo for this park. <br /> Sansevere suggested that the Parks Commission put a horseshoe pit at this park and that the City <br /> consider holding a horseshoe tournament after the improvements are made to this park. <br /> Nygaard recommended that some barbecue pits be installed at some of the City parks. <br /> Saga Hill Access <br /> Gappa stated that the access issue has been resolved with the Fairview Covenant Church, noting <br /> that access will be accomplished through a portion of the church property and through a portion of <br /> the Larson property. <br /> Mayor Jabbour commented that access to this area is important in the event of an emergency. <br /> Jabbour recommended that some of the vegetation be removed to allow for better access. <br /> Highwood Natural Trail <br /> Welles suggested that a new two-sided sign for this park be installed, with the new sign being <br /> located closer to the road. Welles suggested that some of the trees in this area be removed. <br /> Stubbs Bay City Dock <br /> Gappa stated that the City will be hauling in approaimately 10 cubic yards of fill to construct a <br /> six foot wide pathway in front of the dock. <br /> Ilse commented that this area experiences a lot of water runoff from the street and that the <br /> wetlands are needed in this area to help filter that runoff. Ilse noted that the lakeshore has been <br /> eroded from snowmobilers. Ilse recommended that a sign be posted designating the public <br /> access to help prevent people from using the dock on the adjoining property. <br /> Bederwood Park <br /> Sansevere suggested that an ice rink with hockey boards be constructed at this park. <br /> Page 2 <br />