HomeMy WebLinkAbout04-18 CITY OF LAKEVILLE
PARK AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING
APRIL 18, 1979
7 :30 P.M.
Roll call: Storlie, Lovelace, Rice, Smith, Novak, Cramer, Trued.
Also present were Council members Nelson and Curry, and
Park Director Michaud.
79 -23 Motion by Storlie, seconded by Cramer to approve the minutes of the
April 4, 1979 meeting. Motion passed.
The committee discussed a problem now existing in the Bassett Addition
Parka Council member Bob Nelson informed the committee that City Council
directed staff to investigate this problem. This is now being done.
Park Director began his report:
There exists a possibility of obtaining a small building now owned by
St. John's Church. This building could be transported to Ritter Farm
Park's new parking lot and used as a concession /warming house building.
79 -24 Motion by Cramer, seconded by Rice to check into the feasibility of
obtaining the little house owned by St. John's Church. All aspects
should be investigated; City codes, cost of transportation, etc.
Motion passed.
It was further suggested that Steve meet on site with the building
inspector for his views.
Steve went on to say that City Council approved all requests submitted
from their April 4, 1979 meeting.
Steve presented 'a new possibility for a senior citizen center being
located near and owned by St. John's Church. A committee of seniors is
now exploring this possibility.
A proposed plan of actions was given on Jackson Heights 2nd Addition
Park. Steve thought that for this year of 1979 the following, steps
could be attempted:
L Install a basketball hoop and backboard at the end of the
street.
2. Paint some court games onto the deadend street.
3. Continue a filling and rough grading project until the site
is ready for seeding.
4. If funds are available, deposit black dirt onto the site
and complete final grading.
S. Budget equipment in the 1980 budget and install during the
construction season of 1980.
79 -25 Motion by Cramer, seconded by Storlie to check into the feasibility of
developing the Jackson Heights 2nd Addition tot lot into an all seasons
tot lot. Motion passed.
NOTE: Chairman Henry Rice stated that this park is located in his area
of responsibility and he would like to donate a cash contribution to
assist in the purchase of a new slide.
Steve Storlie gave his presentation with regards to developing an archery
range in Aronson Park. Steve had met with two expert archers and gave a
very detailed presentation into the organization and development of an
archery range.
79 -26 Motion by Storlie, seconded by Trued to recommend to Council that an
archery range be installed in Aronson Park to be located in the southeast
section consisting of four butts to begin with and room to expand. Total
cost to be approximately $200.00. Funds to be taken from the Park Devel-
opment fund. Motion passed.
Committee member Storlie also stated that if and when an archery club
would be formed the club members would assist in development and main-
tenance.
Park Director Michaud presented a proposed plat by Niaku*a, Inc. named
Niakwa Village. This plat is located in Valley Park and consists of
20.4 acres consisting of 35 four plex buildings totalling 140 'living units.
Steve mentioned that there are no existing land needs in this area and
that cash would be considered for park dedication requirements. A recom-
mendation will be presented to the committee for approval at the May 2, 1979
meeting.
At this time Mr. Byron Watschke, representing Fortune Realty, was present to
offer a conceptual presentation of Fortune Realities proposed plat. The
plat is located east of the Honeywell Country Club and west of 35W. The
plat will consist of 150 single living units on 125 acres. There will also
be 17 multiple dwellings. The committee asked several questions, the main
one being the ponding areas and wet lands. The committee will review this
plat at their next meeting.
The committee thanks both Council members for being present.
79 -27 Motion by Storlie,:seconded by Cramer to adjourn. Motion passed.