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. . . Elk River Park and Recreation Commission Page 3 April 10, 1996 1997. Commissioner Dave Anderson informed the Commission of a public hearing in support of the Railroad Trail on April 22, 1996. Phil Hals, Street/Park Superintendent, stated the City has reapplied for a grant from the DNR for rip rap along the Mississippi River and is waiting to hear from the DNR. 11. A Task Force Update Commissioner Madsen updated the Park and Recreation Commission on the DNR assessment of the sediment and pollution of Lake Orono. The DNR gave eight grants and Lake Orono was number 11 on the list. The DNR stated they will not recommend the grant. Members of the Lake Orono Association are going to talk to the Legislators. 11.B Woodland Trails Update Commissioner Dave Anderson discussed ordinance issues. Commissioner Dave Anderson stated there is a problem with people hanging out. by the phone in Woodland Trails and throwing cigarette butts and beer bottles on the ground. Commissioner Dave Anderson thinks the phone is becoming an attraction for trouble. Commissioner Dave Anderson would like to have Phil Hals talk with US West regarding having the phone being emergency access only. The Park and Recreation Commission also discussed the need for a year round toilet and what time the park should close. COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON MOVED TO HAVE "SMOKE FREE" PARKS. COMMISSIONER OLSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED TO HAVE SIGNS POSTED FOR PARK CLOSINGS. COMMISSIONER MADSEN SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. 12. Other Business None 13. Adjournment There being no further business. COMMISSIONER MADSEN MOVED TO ADJOURN THE MEETING. COMMISSIONER OLSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. The meeting of the Elk River Park and Recreation Commission was adjourned at 9:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, )lieJ1tlll ~tLcffL, Michelle Dwyer Recording Secretary