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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes June 11. 1997 Page 4 The residents in attendance and members of the Commission discussed possible uses for the park. The Commissioners indicated their support for a basketball half court. sand volleyball court. picnic area with tables and a tot lot with playground equipment. . Chair Anderson indicated the Commission is waiting for the door-to-door survey information being compiled by a group of Hillside Estates residents regarding park needs. Design of the park will be further discussed at the next Park & Recreation Commission meeting July 9th. 8. Discussion of Skateboard Issues Lance Cunningham distributed information regarding the progress of the Elk River Skateboarders. Inc. and discussed upcoming fundraising events. 9. Community Recreation Update - Jeff Asfahl 9.1. Community Center/Youth Center Jeff distributed a draft proposal (attached) for utilizing VandenBerge School as a community center until a permanent facility is constructed. The proposal suggests opening the school to the general public on friday nights, Saturdays and Sundays for activities and special events. 9.2. Lion's Club Youth Center Proposal Jeff indicated the Lion's Club discussed a proposal to construct a youth center on the Lion's Park property. The building is proposed to be approximately 70 feet by 100 - 150'and will include meeting room space, kitchen facilities. storage area, staff office, and food service for the youth center. Cost information is not yet available. Jeff explained research has indicated a successful youth center requires a large motor skills space. video arcade and good leadership. Phil estimated the project cost at $40/sq. ft. ($280,000 - $300,000). The Lions indicated they expect to raise one-half the funds for the project. Phil felt the best site would be the west parking in regards to soils. but the site may not be practical due to the close proximity of the church. bandshell and apartment buildings. The southeast portion of the park would be an option but would require moving the hockey rinks. Phil indicated he will include soil borings for possible sites as part of a current order for Lion's Park and will report back to the Commission at the June meeting. . 10. Discussion of ALC The Commission discussed the latest proposal by the School District for relocating the ALC. The Commissioners expressed concerns regarding parking. traffic. the close proximity to the playing fields and lack of expansion area. COMMISSIONER OLSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND THE CITY COUNCIL NOT SUPPORT THE ALC CONCEPT PROPOSED BY THE SCHOOL DISTRICT. COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. .