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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 4, 1996 It was suggested that the concrete under the structure might be incorporated into the base for the basketball court. The condition and location were discussed. There could be a noise issue if located too near homes. Flint suggested that the cost for the base is not as critical as using the optimal location for the court. Gerhardson suggested the costs be known for the renovation before any further planning is done as well as obtaining a list of possible uses for the shelter. The Commissioners felt that the budding could be used as a picnic area, warming house, and rain shelter. Neighborhood picnics are conducted in the park grounds. The possibility of maintaining an ice rink for the 1996-97 season was discussed. Beal said it was his understanding that an ice rink was not desired by the neighborhood. McDermott and Use felt if the rink was better maintained, the neighbors would use a rink. Ilse also suggested the rink be lit if reestablished. Beal noted there were two flood lights in the vicinity. Gerhardson said lighting has been provided up to 10;00 p.m. in the past. Concern was noted for correct directional lighting as to not disturb the neighbors. McDermott asked that the area where the rink was located be preserved for such a possible use in the future. In discussing the location of the play equipment and basketball court, Flint suggested that the two areas be separated as different age groups use each area. The funding of the park rehabilitation was discussed. An estimated amount of $25,000 had previously been discussed as a possible allocation for the play ground equipment. McDermott was concerned that the amount was minimal in respect to the actual cost of equipment today. He said that he would like to see more money set aside. Flint suggested neighborhood assistance might be obtained in raising funds. The Park Dedication Fund is estimated to have $150,000 in December of 1997 after the 1997 bike trail construction costs have been paid, net of reimbursement by the DNR. It was questioned whether the phase two plan for the O'Sullivan project in Navarre would result in a contribution to the fund. Goetten informed the Commission that no requests have yet been made with respect to Park Dedication Fees on this project. With the intense use of the property, it was suggested that a Park Dedication contribution be sought. Goetten said she did not disagree with that conclusion. Ilse said the contribution should be in addition to the vacation of Navarre Lane (see agenda item #9 for discussion of the O'Sullivan project).