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ORONO PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR NOVEMBER 1, 1999 <br /> Ilse stated that this land would make a good location for an ice skating rink. <br /> Council Member Kelley indicated that he probably would not be in support of selling City land due <br /> to the fact that land is generally too valuable and should be retained. <br /> White commented that the Parks Commission and the City's goals are not incompatible and that <br /> this land could be utilized as park land until the City determines that the land is needed for another <br /> purpose. <br /> NEW BUSINESS <br /> (#9) NEW PARK/CITY PROPERTY IN NAVARRE <br /> McDermott stated that the Parks Commission will need to arrive at a name for this new property <br /> in Navarre. McDermott suggested a neighborhood contest or a write-in could perhaps be <br /> utilized in naming this park. <br /> McDermott commented that one name previously proposed for the Navarre Park was Capitol <br /> Park or Capitol Hill Park as well as Langden Park. <br /> Ilse stated the members of the Parks Commission can think about this item. <br /> McDermott stated the land acquired in Navarre will not be paid for with park dedication fees <br /> at this time. <br /> (#10) GRANT MONEY AVAILABLE FOR SHORELINE RESTORATION <br /> McDermott reported at the last City Council meeting Lili McMillan had stated there was <br /> LMCD money or grant money available that could be utilized for shoreline restoration. <br /> Ilse suggested Stubbs Bay as one area that could be targeted for restoration. <br /> Gappa commented that Lydiard Beach is another area where the bank is eroding and should be <br /> given top priority. <br /> Council Member Kelley stated that a restoration project was undertaken around the lake in <br /> in Long Lake, and suggested that the members of the Park Commission view that area to see <br /> what work was completed. <br /> (#11) PARK COMMISSIONERS TERMS TO EXPIRE 10/99 <br /> McDermott noted that Commissioners Wilson, Isles and Welles' terms will be expiring in the <br /> near future, with Commission Erickson having submitted a letter of resignation from the Parks <br /> Commission. <br /> McDermott inquired whether Commissioner Wilson has indicated whether she would like to <br /> continue her participation on the Parks Commission. <br /> Page 4 <br />