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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes. Page 3 August 8, 2007 • Commissioner Nystrom. asked if the new sod in the entrance area would be durable enough for the high amounts of people traffic. Mr. Maertz stated that there is a path that follows the current fence, which will be correctly aligned once the work begins. This is the first step in making it a more hospitable site for visitors. Commissioner Anderson asked if the planners anticipated the durability of sod in the entrance area with high traffic and that the sidewalk curb width should be 5 to 6 feet wide to focus the people onto the. paths. Mr. Maertz stated that the current curb width is 3 feet and that the dugouts are outside the fencing. Mr. Maertz shared that this first phase is based on what is available in the budget and is a huge step forward in updating the facility. Commissioner Anderson asked what the current projected fund balance is. Mr. Maertz shared $270,000 unencumbered amount, estimates $220,000 for 2007. An estimated revenue. of $100,000 range would bring the total to $320,000. Remaining payments or projects for 2007 are Alba Ridge Park payment, County • Road 77 property payment, Pinewood payment and this YAC project. Mr. Maertz shared that there would be a second phase in 2009 at $50,000. MOVED BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER SCHULDT TO RECOMMEND TO COUNCIL TO APPROVE FUNDING THE FIRST PHASE OF IMPROVEMENTS AT THE YOUTH ATHLETIC COMPLEX. MOTION CARRIED 4-0. Mr. Maertz shared that there have been 3 Tuesday lunchtime performances and that the hot weather may be affecting the low attendance. Mr. Maertz stated that since the Parks & Recreation Commission's recommendation to remove the band shell roof, staff has received many comments from the community. It is not a viable option to remove part of the sides of the roof. Mr. Maertz shared that staff is looking into improving the lighting and fencing off the seating area and posting no access signs. This would make it a crime to enter the band shell without a permit. Mr. Maertz stated that staff is getting quotes for having a structural engineer examine the ice arena "barn" roof. The roof structure is over 35 years old and has gone through several modifications in that period. Staff wants to make sure the roof is • capable of withstanding severe snow loads.