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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes Page 2 August 10, 2005 ------------------------------------ 6. Recreation Manager’s Report – Bill Maertz Director of Parks and Recreation, Bill Maertz presented to the Commission that the Parks and Recreation’s float entered into the Sherburne County Fair parade won second place and received a $40 prize. Mr. Maertz shared programs offered in July. Adult and youth fitness classes, recreation classes, outings, soccer and t-ball leagues were among the many offered. Mr. Maertz shared that nine employees participated in the Relay for Life on August 5th and the City of Elk River sponsored the moonwalk at the event as well. Mr. Maertz stated there was over 500 hours of field use, over 50 hours of park and shelter use, 40 hours at Trott Brook Barn, 44 hours at the Emporium and 256 hours at Lions Park Center. 7. Director’s Report – Bill Maertz Director of Parks and Recreation, Bill Maertz shared that the DNR Grant for the Top of the World addition was awarded. The 1.2 million dollar grant will be used towards the acquisition of 80 acres of land adjacent to Top of the World Park. Mr. Maertz shared the City of Elk River has been awarded a matching grant of $6,000 for prairie and woodland restoration work at Highlands East Park. Mr. Maertz stated that the rain garden and filter strip at Orono park was completed in late June. Curbs and paving will take place in August. Mr. Maertz stated that the 2006 budget for grounds maintenance of City Hall, Northbound and Westbound Liquor and the Library includes funds for hiring a private contractor. This will provide opportunity for Parks and Recreation maintenance staff to focus on park projects and maintenance. Mr. Maertz shared with the Parks and Recreation Commission that there is an opportunity to upgrade the size of a culvert that Tiller Corporation will be installing under CR 77 and this will be discussed under policy issues. Mr. Maertz shared information to the Parks and Recreation Commission regarding the use of easements versus land in fee title for public trails. 8.1.Community Events – County Fair Parade The county fair parade was discussed during the Recreation Manager’s report. 8.2.A. Land Use Cases - Elk Path Business Center 3 Addition rd Request for a Preliminary Plat for Elk Path Business Center 3 Addition. rd Chris Leeseberg, Planner/Parks Planner shared information regarding a request for a preliminary plat for Elk Path Business Center 3 Addition. Staff recommends cash payment rd for park dedication for 28.55 acres.