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Park & Recreation Commission Meeting Notes January 6. 2001 Page 2 . The Commission also discussed including funds to develop a park information brochure or park and trail map that could be distributed to the public. They suggested a budget of approximately $8,000 for design and printing of this brochure. Also discussed but not included in the budget at this time are improvements for the Devine Barn. At a minimum, the barn will need to be re- roofed in 2001 . Commissioner Dave Anderson stated that he would like to see master plans and budgets for Orono, Woodland Trails and the Youth Athletic Complex. 3. Review Reaional Park Coalition Work plan Ms. McPherson stated that only two responses have been received to the letter sent regarding interest in a regional park coalition. Once adequate responses have been received, a work plan will be implemented which includes an April informational kickoff meeting, a meeting in May to identify common goals, and a meeting in June to identify planning components, a schedule, and future work plan items. 4. Discuss Televisina Commission Meetinas . The Commission reviewed the proposal by staff to begin televising meetings beginning in May of 2001. The Commission agreed that there were several advantages to televising the Commission meetings, including clear communication with the public regarding the Commission's goals and objectives for park development within the City of Elk River. The Commission was concerned, however, that less open discussion may occur due to the inhibiting factor of the presence of the cameras. They were concerned about discussing issues that may be controversial or sensitive in nature. It was agreed that those agenda items with an extreme level of sensitivity or controversy would be scheduled for special workshop meetings for discussion. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER HUBERTY AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON TO BEGIN TELEVISING COMMISSION MEETINGS IN MAY THROUGH SEPTEMBER OF 2001 WITH AN EVALUATION OF THE PROGRESS AT THE OCTOBER 2001 COMMISSION MEETING. THE MOTION PASSED 5-1. Commissioner Dana Anderson opposed. 5. Review Proposed Park User Survey The Commission reviewed the proposed park user survey for Woodland Trails Park, Youth Athletic Complex, Lions and Orono Park. The Commission suggested that more responsible and supervised staff should be utilized for the survey. It was suggested that staff contact professors at St. Cloud State or Mankato for assistance with this project. The Commission also suggested utilizing other forms for survey purposes such as The Current, The Internet, suggestion boxes or the utility bill. A more defined work plan and process will be brought back to the Commission for future review and discussion. .