HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-07-1987 Park Commission Minutes ORONO PARK COMMISSION - July 7, 1987
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ATTENDANCE - Virginia Sweatt, Bruce Kokal, Bob Kost, Lee "�ger, Mariann Kienzler,
"�o�f�CF''��'� and Les Kelley were present. John Gerhardson from the Orono
City staff was also present. Phil Bradley was absent.
APPROVAL - Minutes from the June 2, 1987 Park Commission were approved
OF with attendence being amended to add Lee Urger as present.
MINUTES
LIVINGSTON
TOWER PARK LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS -
The landscape plan for the Livingston Tower Park has been revised
and will be presented to the Orono City Council By Bob Kost.
USER/NEEDS SURVEY -
The council may need to be informed about the study - TOP OF THE LIST ITEM.
ON-GOING AGENDA -
Commission members should be prepared to discuss the followin� items
at the next meeting:
1. The Park Commission comprehensive plan - Bob Kost reviewed
Part I. sections 8-3 and 8-7 at the July 7th meeting. The
park analysis table will be read and discussed.
2. Park Promotions - Virginia Sweatt agreed to contact the local
newspaper for setting up submission of articles about the
Orono Parks.
PARK SURVEY-IMPROVEMENT SiJNA4ARY -
1. Casco skating rink needs a new sign - could also use play
equipment. (see minutes from May 12th meeting) A skating
shelter was also mentioned as a possible addition.
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2. Lee Antoine skating shelter needs work.
3. Highwood Nature Trail - very undeveloped. Needs attention.
4. Bederwood Park - remove unsightly snow fence - replace with a
chain link fence. Also mentioned were - adding a bike trail,
running/fitness trail, and a bridge to connect both parts of
the park.
5. Hackberry Park - was discussed at the July 27th City Council
meeting - (will discuss in detail.)
6. Summitt Park - needs enclosures around the chemical toilets-
similar to the one at Bederwood. Also - needs a new sign.
7. Crystal Bay Playground - trees could be moved to create more space.
ADJOURNMENT -
The meeting was ad�ourned at 9:05 p.m. August ,�, 1987 is the next
scheduled meeting. �