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ORONO PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR DECEMBER 6, 1999 <br /> Gappa stated this item has been discussed in the past. Gappa commented that the <br /> Navarre Park could use a revenue source of some type. <br /> McDermott indicated he would discuss this item with the Mayor. <br /> McDermott inquired whether Silber was aware of any grants that could be obtained to <br /> help offset the costs for park improvements. <br /> Silber commented there are grant monies available and that she would be willing to look <br /> into them further. Silber inquired whether Urban Redevelopment Funds could be <br /> utilized for park improvements. <br /> White stated that Urban Redevelopment Funds are not able to be used towards park <br /> improvements. <br /> Silber stated the City Council could be approached to see whether they would be willing <br /> to provide matching funds. Silber remarked that most private foundations like to see <br /> the general community come up with a sufficient amount of the funds needed before <br /> they are willing to provide funds. <br /> Meyers indicated there may be some individuals who would be willing to donate time <br /> and/or materials towards the Navarre Park, but it is unlikely that the Navarre area will be <br /> able to raise a substantial amount of money towards the project. <br /> SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS/UPDATES <br /> (#6) Navarre Park <br /> Gappa stated Bonestroo has submitted a concept plan and preliminary cost estimates for <br /> the Navarre Park, noting that the total cost for the project, without the play equipment, is <br /> approximately $190,000. Gappa stated Plan A, which includes the preschool boat <br /> structure and installation, costs $52,000. Plan B, which is the play equipment without <br /> the boat, costs $41,000. <br /> Wilson commented in the past the Parks Commission has kept the cost of the <br /> play equipment around $25,000. <br /> Gappa stated the play equipment has normally costed around $25,000, with the grading, <br /> pea gravel, curbing and other miscellanous items adding to the cost. <br /> The Parks Commission reviewed the plans for the playground equipment. <br /> Wilson commented in her view some play equipment should be provided for the <br /> preschool children. <br /> Gappa stated some of the other costs submitted by Bonestroo include demolition, grading, <br /> Page 4 <br />