2015-06-09 Parks and Rec Comm Tour Minutes
Mendota Heights Park Tour June/2015
Here is a summary of the observations/comments I noted during our
tour:
Rogers Lake Park
Considerable trash on the surface of the water around the fishing
pier. Possibly public works could purchase a long handled net to
retrieve the trash.
Grasses/plants planted around the shore by the fishing pier are
being trampled. Place a sign advising the area is being restored
please stay off.
Discussion around placement of boat/canoe rack. One location
would work well but is out of sight and may thereby be more
susceptible to vandalism. Alternate site, which is more visible,
may be preferable as it would help prevent vandalism and also
visually communicate this new feature to the public.
Skate Park
Consideration needs to be given to resurfacing
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Rails on some of the features are missing and should be
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replaced/repaired
Skateboarder at the park commented there is a lot of trash
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and bikers use the park and cause damage. Consider a sign
addressing both of these issues.
Mendokota Park
Basketball surface in very bad shape. Consider sport court
resurfacing.
Cedar shake shingles on pavilion and other structures need
replacing soon.
Place regular trash barrel next to recycle barrel so it is clear there
are two options.
Marie Park
There were concerns about the new surface in the hockey rink,
puddling, rough surface in one corner, crown appears too high
creating too much runoff during flooding in the winter.
Tennis courts surface needs attention.
Wentworth Park
Cedar shake shingles on structures need replacing.
Trail near ballfield needs attention.
Hockey boards scheduled to be replaced this summer.
Swampy conditions cause problems with the hockey ice. If there
was consideration to install a hard surface, it would be efficient to
do it while the boards are down.
Lines on basketball court need to be redone.
Ivy Hills Park
New tennis court surface looks great!
Fencing is rusting and will need attention at some point in the
future.
Parking boards on west side of tennis court need to be replaced.