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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes February 12, 2003 Page 3 e be visible for patrol and should not be near the pond. He also suggested maybe the area near the pond could be used for a sliding hill. Chuck Gilliam, 11018 196th Avenue NW - stated that he is a teen on the new Teen Advisory- Commission working with the community to create activities for teenagers. He believes that teenagers in the area need more activities. David Badger, 19495 Auburn Street NW - he stated that he agrees with what he has heard so far. He is excited about the opportunity to make this park happen. Richard Fischer, 19664 Zane Street - he stated that the proposed park area on the Highlands West side is too far back from the road. He would like to see park amenities of some sort as soon as possible. Chair Peterson closed the public hearing. Michele McPherson suggested that staff and the Commission take the input from the residents and pull together some maps, aerial photos, and topographic information and come back in May with some ideas for a new plan. Ms. McPherson also asked the residents to volunteer if they would be interested in working with staff to brainstorm ideas for a concept plan. There is $50,000 in the 2003 Capital Improvement Plan budget for park amenities for the entire Highlands Park project. e 7. Park Development Progress Report T eny Bye, Park Foreman, stated that the Public Works Department continues to maintain the ice rinks. The attendance at the rinks has been down due to the extremely cold weather. Public Works has started making 20 new picnic tables for placement in City Parks. Mr. Bye also stated that he and Lead Building Inspector Teny Zajac have assigned addresses for all of the City parks. Park signs with addresses will be made for each park. 8. City Recreation Update Recreation Manager Michele Bergh stated that the Facility Subcommittee, which is comprised of three Park and Recreation Commissioners, two City Councilmembers, and staff, has been meeting to discuss field, park, and shelter fees and policies. The subcommittee hopes to have a recommendation for the Commission in April. The Wellness Committee held a kickoff event in J anuaty that about 35 employees attended. Every- employee received a folder with valuable information about the programs being offered as well as information to help them get started towards a more healthy lifestyle. "Women on Weights" is an exercise program offered twice a month for female employee in the wellness room at City Hall. e Ms. Bergh also stated that she has seen an increase in the number of employees participating in the recreation programs since discounts have been offered as part of the employee benefit program.