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September 13, 2011 Page 5 of 6 opposition to the relocation of the basketball court. Director Wyffels explained the relocation of the basketball court is included in part of the city's pavement management program. Construction is planned in the upcoming weeks. 'Councilmember Samuelsson questioned the reason for moving the basketball court. Director of Parks and Recreation, Sandy Breuer reported that letters were sent to all resident within 350' in March of 2011. The following reasons for relocation were given: The lower location would provide better visibility from the parking lot. The lower location is closer to the play features. The ball fields could be better realigned Councilmember Phillips questioned ifthe relocation ofthe basketball court could be removed firm the existing construction project without a penalty. Director Wyffels confirmed that it could Director Breuer expresser) concem with not moving the court, as notices were distributed, and there were some respondents in favor ofthe relocation Councilmember Phillips stated that because there is no penalty to remove the project, he would suggest taking time to study the options, and ifneccssary, include this in a 2012 project Director Wyffels noted that would be feasible. Counedmember Burg expressed omcem with moving the basketball court out ofvisual distance fiem the baseball fields. Councilmember Bauman reported Silver Oaks Park is not used in the same capacity as previous years. Also reported these was negative behaviors occurring in the parking lot and behind the screening Councilmember Bauman also stated she has concern with increasing the impervious surface near the street, and would suggest further studies be completed. 'Councilmember Phillips suggested sending the request to the PREC commission for fiuther study, and ordering a survey ofthe park as well. Director Wyffels asked for the Council's direction regarding the existing basketball court. Councihnember Phillips suggested staffdetennine when to remove the existing court. Director Wyffels commented that there have been significant drainage issues along Oakwood Dr., and a study is currently underway . Director Wyffels explained the intent to bring a change order later in the }ear adding two catch basins— to address the drainage issues while the contractors are at the site. Motion by Councilmember Phillips, seconded by Counc hnember Bauman to remove the project from the current pavement management program, and direct the PREC to study, and obtain a survey of the park Additionally direct the Public Works Director to add a change order for storm water improvements as needed at Oakwood Dr. 5 Ayes, 0 Nays - Motion Carried Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and Updates Dean Lotter City Manager Lotter reported that he will be hosting local officials from Ukraine later in the month. Commission Liaison Reports, Announcements and U dates