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Park & Rec Minutes Continu~d Page 4 7. Continued Discussion On Lighted Trail Around City Hall . The Park and Recreation Commission decided it would be better to discuss this issue with Phil Hals present. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED TO TABLE THIS ITEM UNTIL THEIR SEPTEMBER 14TH MEETING. COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. 8. Discuss Possible Athletic Field Complex in Lion's Park The Park and Recreation Commission discussed a proposal by Phil Hals to construct two soccer fields in Lion's Park. Commissioner O'Brien was concerned with contacting the Lion's due to their issue with having organized athletic activities in the park. Mr. O'Brien was further concerned with whether or not there would be a parking problem with these activities added to the park. Chairman Dave Anderson questioned the cost of the fabric that would be needed. . Commissioner O'Brien questioned whether or not the grant the City received for Lion's Park would include this type of activity. Chairman Anderson indicated that plans for the improvement of these athletic fields should include a paved trail, which does not necessarily have to be built in the immediate future. Commissioner Rolfe Anderson indicated that if the project could be done for $10,000 dollars or less, it was a good project and was in favor of it. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF THIS PROJECT CONDITIONED ON THE PARK AND RECREATION BOARD HAVING AN OPPORTUNITY TO LOOK AT THE DESIGN AND COST OF THE PROJECT PRIOR TO IT PROCEEDING, AND A FAVORABLE RESPONSE BY THE LIONS REGARDING THE PROJECT. COMMISSIONER O'BRIEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 5-0. . pr8-18/minutes