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ORONO PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR MARCH 6, 2000 <br /> Silber stated in her opinion a sign should be erected denoting this as a state historical park. <br /> Silber suggested restroom facilities or a satellite be added to this park. Silber stated in her view <br /> the City should recognize Palmer in some fashion for assisting the City in gaining access to this <br /> park. <br /> McDermott commented the City Council or City Administrator was not in favor of recognizing <br /> Palmer. <br /> Meyers stated in his view Palmer's efforts should be recognized. <br /> Gappa stated the City Administrator felt since the City had paid Palmer for his land as well as the <br /> ' church, some ill feelings may result if only Palmer were recognized for his efforts in gaining access <br /> to this park. Gappa suggested this item could be discussed in a workshop with the City Council. <br /> Silber commented as Saga Hill becomes more widely used, the Park Commission could look at <br /> other possible improvements. <br /> Sandy Beach <br /> McDermott stated there was a dock at this location, which was subsequently removed to the <br /> adjoining propeRy due to problems with children playing on the dock. <br /> Gappa stated sand has been added to this beach periodically. <br /> McDermott suggested a sign be erected for this park. <br /> â–ºIse commented there is a problem with lack of parking in this area. <br /> Gappa stated the residents typically park on the street. <br /> Seven Nations Park <br /> McDermott recommended City crew continue to clean up this area. <br /> Gappa stated City crew has been taking steps to clean up this area, with some minor money being <br /> spent on the parking lot. Gappa stated a picnic table and some benches have been added to this <br /> park. <br /> Silber stated in her view the Park Commission should leave Seven Nations as is for a while. <br /> Ilse stated in her view some improvements should be made to this park, and recommended creating <br /> the parking lot for this park. Ilse commented some natural benches for this park would be a nice <br /> addition. <br /> Gappa stated the plan for this park was approved in 1998. Gappa noted the shed which was <br /> encroaching on the City's property has been removed off of City property, and recommended that <br /> some fencing or screening be installed in this area by the shed. <br /> Ilse stated the neighbors were in favor of the plan and would like to see this park improved. Ilse <br /> requested this park be put higher on the list of priorities. <br /> Summit Beach <br /> Page 8 <br />