1976-06-16 Parks and Rec Comm MinutesCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
Park and Recreation Commission
Minutes
June 16, 1976
Present Absent
Finn
Howe Johnson
Shipman
Selander Lundeen
Mills
Franzmeier
Witt
Murphy
1. Minutes of May 13, 1976 approved.
2. Curley -Rogers Lake Pedway -- Witt moved, Shipman seconded to have a cost survey
made of the proposed pedway. Franzmeier will grade and sand a temporary pedway
for this summer.
3. Park -A -Rama -- Witt reported
that costs are
up
and finances are
tight
again this
year. A complete report will
be submitted
at
the July meeting.
4. Rogers Lake Swimmers Itch -- Selander reported that the beach has been sprayed
and this seems to help somewhat. Nothing can be done about the parasites in
the water as the cost is prohibitive. The situation should clear up within
a week. Menawhile, signs have been posted warning of possible swimmers itch.
5. Friendly Hills Pedway --
The
Friendly Hills Association
F18a
Market was very
successful. Franzmeier
will
proceed with the pedway as
soon
as he can.
6. Summer
Recreation -- Selander reported that
all activities are
in full swing.
There
is an excellent soccer turnout for the
boys, but only 10
girls signed up.
7. Tennis Regulations -- The new regulations signs are being made and will be put
up soon. Rogers Lake and Ivy Falls courts are ready and the nets will be placed
within a few days. Mendota heights residents should have preferential use
of the courts such use is difficult if not impossible to police. An Ivy Falls
resident inquired as to the feasibility of having a pay box to meter electrical
use. The Commission advised that permission would have to be obtained from nearby
residents and that a lighted court might draw many people to the park courts.
All City courts must remain available for all Mendota Heights residents.
B.
Park and Recreation Survey -- Mills presented copies of Shorewood's survey to
commission members. The survey will be discussed at the July meeting as to
what Mendota Heights should include.
9. Playground equipment -- Ivy Falls Park. Shipman reviewed Mr. Paper's proposal
for purchasing playground equipment for Ivy Falls Park. He prefers a galvanized
steel slide, swing set and climber and would like to see it in use this summer.
The Commission declared that they would like to see all park equipment innovative
and creative -- as in Rogers Lake Park. If Mr. Paper wishes to donate $1,000 for
equipment, it must be compatible with Rogers Lake equipment. Shipman and Murphy
will present the Commission view to Mr. Paper on Thursday, June 17.