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December 7, 1988 Park Board Minutes 5 Van Hatten agreed. Carlson said we should be careful not to create any erosion problems Anderson agreed. Eichers asked when Freedom Park would be completed. Anderson said it is complete except for lights and irrigation. The grading is done and the infield has been sodded. The field probably won't be used in 1989. MOTION BY CARLSON, SECONDED BY OCEL, TO DELAY THE INNSBRUCK PARK PLANNING PROCESS UNTIL HOME OWNERS CAN BE INVOLVED IN THE PLANNING. MOTION CARRIED. C. Hansen Ice Rink Cover Anderson said for 3 years he has asked the Lake Region Hockey Association if they were interested in a covered hockey rink down at Hansen. This year they responded favorably. We may get ice earlier and it may stay longer with a cover because the sun cannot get at it. Maintenance cost may be slightly lower because there will be less snow to remove.. and less ice melting along the boards. The hockey association has raised money for an ice arena. They haven't been interested in a covered rink in the past because they wanted to get an ice arena. Now they are realizing the ice arena may not be a reality. They have $70,000 they may like to donate toward this project. Both rinks will be covered by one roof and have an overhang to have a few bleachers under the roof. Kalina asked if there would be sides. Anderson said no but could put up wind screens. Stockyard Days could use it for concessions and other things. May be able to get about money from the American Legion. Lake Region feels they can raise another $70,000 this year. If they can't perhaps the city could front end the money. Van Hatten said it would be a tremendous addition to the park. Anderson said he really can't think of a good reason why we shouldn't do this. There may be some problem with the soil. Soil borings will be taken. Lights will be under the cover and the lights that are up now could be moved to another park.