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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes May 12, 1999 Page 4 . 9.d. Park Dedication Ordinance Amendment Steve Wensman discussed the park dedication ordinance amendment with the Commissioners. It was the consensus of the Commissioners to make a recommendation on the ordinance at the June 9, 1999, meeting. 9.e. Master Park Plan Chanqes Steve Wensman reviewed the changes in the Master Park Plan that were recommended by the Park and Recreation Commission. The Commissioners asked that a layout of County Road No. 12 realignment be provided for the next meeting, in order to discuss trail and sidewalk issues. 9.f. Boys and Girls Club Siqn Discussion John Fitzgerald, Director of the Elk River Boys and Girls Club, reviewed a proposal to place a sign for the club at the Lions Park entrance. He suggested that the city consider moving the Lions Park sign closer to the entrance, as well. Staff and the Commissioners discussed the possibility of one sign for both the club and the park, or, having two signs which would compliment each other on opposite sides of the entrance. . COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND MOVING THE LIONS PARK SIGN CLOSER TO THE PARK ENTRANCE, AND IF THIS IS NOT ECONOMICALLY FEASIBLE, TO CONSIDER INCORPORATING BOTH USES ON ONE SIGN OR HAVING TWO SIGNS WHICH COMPLIMENT EACH OTHER AT THE ENTRANCE. COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 8-0. It was the consensus to review sign options and costs at the June Park and Recreation Commission meeting. 10.a. Area Recreation Uodate Interim Recreation Director Michele Bergh stated that they have received 28,000 summer registrations. She indicated that the Recreation staff schedules a total of 54 fields for baseball and softball, working with over 60 different coaches. Michele noted that Safety Camp is approximately half-filled, but she expects it to fill completely once it is opened up to non-residents of the city. Michele indicated that she felt the current staff will be able to keep the summer programs running smoothly, while the city makes a decision the recreation director position. Pat Klaers discussed the various options regarding the position, including replacing Jeff and continue to run the department "status quo", or, hire a replacement to run the program as it exists, with the understanding that eventually a separate City Parks and Recreation Department will be established. Pat indicated that the City Council requested the Park and Recreation Commission discuss options and make a recommendation. .