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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes April 12, 2000 Page 3 . ADOPTED IN 1998 BY THE CITY OF ELK RIVER. COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0. Commissioner Dana Anderson stated that the Commission is willing to provide their assistance in making the final trail connection, but as far as welcoming snowmobilers to the city, that will depend on public opinion. Commissioner Kuester stated that he believes there is evidence of a working relationship between the city and the snowmobilers, since the trailheads are located in city parks. if the property is treated with respect and damage to the trails is reduced, snowmobilers should still be welcome to ride in the city. COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON MOVED THAT THE CITY WORK WITH THE SNOWMOBILE CLUB TO PROVIDE A 36" PIPE AT THE DITCH IN LIONS PARK. COMMISSIONER PETERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0. Commissioner Dave Anderson asked if the signs would be standard trail signs. Mr. Strommen stated that they are obtained from the DNR and would be the same as those which are posted throughout the state. Commissioner Anderson felt that there may need to be some clarification in the City's snowmobile ordinance so that residents understand that the same rules still apply, and the trail is to help snowmobilers move through the city with as little disturbance to private and public property as possible. . Commissioner Dana Anderson stated that the Commission needs to address the new business park, since a trail was indicated on the map through this area. Mr. Strommen indicated that they would like to put up the trailhead signs. Commissioner Dave Anderson stated he is willing to work with the club in identifying other possible trail links. He volunteered to serve on a subcommittee regarding snowmobiling issues and Commissioner Westrum, who was not present, will also be asked to serve. Lonnie Erickson stated that he would send the club's newsletter to staff for distribution to the Commission. 4.C. Election of Officers HUBERTY NOMINATED KUESTER TO SERVE AS CHAIR. DANA ANDERSON SECONDED THE NOMINATION. PETERSON NOMINATED HUBERTY TO SERVE AS CHAIR. DAVE ANDERSON SECONDED THE NOMINATION. VOTE 6-0-1 FOR KUESTER TO SERVE AS CHAIR. Kuester abstained. DANA ANDERSON NOMINATED PETERSON TO SERVE AS VICE-CHAIR. DAVE ANDERSON SECONDED THE NOMINATION. VOTE 6-0-1 FOR PETERSON TO SERVE AS VICE CHAIR. Peterson abstained. .