08-02-1999 Park Commission Minutes

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ORONO PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES FOR AUGUST 2, 1999 (Navarre Neighborhood Meeting, Continued) better access at the Navarre Park. Meyers remarked that the present fence installed around the park tends to restrict access to the park and make it non-inviting. Meyers suggested that the Parks Conunission remove that fence and install a new fence around the play equipment area only. Gappa commented that a split rail fence for this park has been discussed to help prevent the young children from running out onto the road. Meyers suggested that some planting be done on the steep slopes, «�ith somc benchcs and possibly a fountain being located in this area. Meyers recommcndcd t11at a comlecting trail be constructed to the Navarre Park. McDermott stated that they are planning to construct a trail do�vn to Count��Road 19 and Lyric, which would include this area. Meyers suggested that perhaps some of the ne�v lighting that is proposed to be installed at the City-owned parking lot also be installed at this park Mevers stated thlt three to four lights �eould be sufficient to illuminate this area, with the lights bcing installed by thc entrances and the play area. Silber commented that the Parks Commission needs to keep the safety of the children in mind and that a fence of some type will be required. Meyers stated that his suggestion was to install a fence around the play equipment and to remove the other fencing in an attempt to make the park more inviting. McDermott commented that a fountain, a gazcbo, and a planter havc been suggested for this park. MeDermott noted that parking for this park is available in thc parking lot across the street. Meyers commented that he has a friend�vho would be�rilling to donate a fountain �vhich could be utilized in this park. Meyers stated that the ncighbors along thc «est property line may wish to keep the fence on that side, and that possibly some local gardcn clubs could donate some of the plants. McDermott noted that horseshoes has been suggested for this park as «•ell along with a barbecue pit. Meyers stated in his opinion horseshoes might not be a good mix��ith young children around and that a barbecue pit tcnds to be a high maintenance item. Meyers suggested that the Parks Commission install some picnic benches in this park along«�ith a more attractive trash receptacle. Meyers inquired�vhen�vork would comrr�ence on this park. McDermott stated the earliest��ork could commence on this park«�ould be the year 2000. Gappa stated in his opinion some of the trees should be removed as «�ell. Silber commented that the soils in this area�vill need to be improved. Page 2