PRECM 05-07-1986 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

May 7, 1986 Park Board Minutes Page 3 ~_ -, ;: ~' Carlson also felt the play area should be divided into "" - two areas; one for 4-6 graders and one for 1-3 graders. The two groups play differently. Van Hatten said that was a good idea. Van Hatten felt there might be a need for a bigger bleacher area. Johnson said it was interesting to note from the Veterans Park neighborhood that there is so much interest in watching the ball games. Rose asked if the senior high rise is just a proposal at •this time. Yes, was the response. Carlson thought there could be a ramp built along one side of the bleachers that would enable wheelchairs and handicapped people to watch games. Johnson said the first row could be left open for them. Johnson said in Plan #4 he would like to see the walkway continued to the sidewalk along the back of the ball diamond - just for another access. Van Hatten said there is an entrance by the parking lot. Johnson said-yes, but it wouldn't take much to put in another one. Nelson said the gazebo area could be used for muscians on weekday afternoons or weekends. Johnson said in Plan #4 could have something like the concert grove with a raised area so people can see better. Olson said you could do .just the opposite by using the contour and have people above looking down. Johnson said the residents agreed that the ball field should stay in the plan. Van Hatten said the Park Board should consider the wish of the residents regarding 3rd Ave. Johnson said there are other alternatives. Recommend having a door to door poll on how people feel about closing 3rd Ave. Seward said he had approached St. John's about 2 months ago regarding the possibility of them donating some money for play equipment. At that time Sister Gwendolin was in favor of closing 3rd Ave. Resident,Jerry Bensing, said he believes that opinion has changed. Olson asked how much traffic 3rd Ave. ,gets.