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r MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 1, 1993 SUMMIT BEACH - CONT. Gerhardson noted he has not received any other comments from neighboring property owners. Mr. and Mrs. Phi I I Ip Bradley arrived to Inspect the new fad Iities. The Commission recessed for a short time. All members felt the beach should be enlarged to make a safer play area for chI Idren. Wilson stated the estimated cost for the canoe rack Is $350 If built In-house, $500 If purchased already built. She said there may be some additional costs to clear the brush In the area prior to InstalI at Ion of the rack. She suggested directing the sub-committee (Wilson, McMillan and Howells) to review details pertaining to the beach. She felt the rack should bo built to hold six canoes. It was suggested that $40.00 be charged for the rental of a rack per year. The Commission reviewed the dates that the rack will be available and hours that canoes can be launched from the beach. Wilson said she requested the hours for use of canoes be extended from dawn to dusk to allow additional time for people to enjoy their sport. They reviewed tSe hours posted for park use. McMillan suggested the hours of use be limited to “day light hours". She questloned the need for the City Attorney to review the contract and waiver. She suggested an annual review of the canoe rack rental. Use felt a sign indicating “canoe launching" should be posted. McMillan asked If the neighbor to the west of the park has been not If(ed. Gerhardson said they were not notified as they are residents of Long Lake. Wilson suggested the rack be In place by April. Use clarified that the rack rental will only be available to residents of the City. Wilson suggested advertising the aval IablI Ity of canoe rack rental in the local newspaper and newsletter. Chair Flint arrived at this time, 8:05 p.m.