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. . . Park & Recreation Commission Minutes July 12. 2000 Page 2 Commissioner Peterson arrived at this time (7:12 p.m.) 5. Ooen Mike No one appeared for Open Mike. 6. Hearinas/Neiahborhood Discussions - None 7. Area Recreation Uodate Ms. McPherson reviewed Michele Bergh's Area Recreation update regarding summer programs, entertainment in the parks, staff issues, community festivals and fall programming. 8. Park Develooment Proaress Reoort Phil Hals reported that, in addition to their extensive mowing schedule, the Streets/Parks Department is involved with the following projects: - The chip trail at Country Crossing 1 sl is under construction; - Footings for the barn will be installed Thursday, July 131h. The barn is scheduled to be moved to Trout Brook Park sometime next week. - Jerry Palmer's Korean War Memorial at Lions Park is nearing completion. - Excavating for the play structures at Trout Brook Farms, Lions Park and Country Crossing 1 sl is scheduled to be completed in the near future. - Park boundary signs are being placed in the parks. A portion of the work is being doing by Phil's crew and the rest by the ALC students. Commissioner Dave Anderson discussed his concerns with the trail construction in Country Crossing 1 sl Park. He felt the trail was too wide and was concerned that the. trees along the trail would be affected by the large equipment being used. Commissioner Reitsma arrived at this time (7: 15 p.m.) The Commissioners discussed a more suitable width for the trail. It was the consensus of the Commissioners that chip trails should be a maximum of eight foot wide. Phil Hals stated that the Country Crossing trail would conform to the eight foot width. Commissioner Dave Anderson questioned the need for black dirt and seeding on the sides of the trail. Phil stated that he felt mowing the sides of the trail gives it a more finished look. 9.A.1. Jane Gauker - Reauest for After Hours Use of Parks for Astronomical Observation Phil Hals explained that Jane Gauker, a teacher at Elk River Senior High School. as requested use of the park after hours by a small group for astronomical observation. It was the consensus of the Commissioners to allow Ms. Gauker to use the parks after hours as requested. Phil Hals will notify the applicant that the request has been approved. Ms. McPherson will notify the Elk River Police Department.