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r ' Commfttss Zsport: Parks and Recreation Committee to tljs (ommott touttt ii of tbt CM,tg of 00Utb astt�: The January 26, 1998 meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee was called to order by its Chairperson, Council Member James Aranowski at 4:55 p.m. in the Council informal meeting room. Persons in attendance included Council Members: Aranowski, Pfeifer, Kelly, Broden, Varner,Ujdak,Hosinski, Coleman, Sniadecki; Richard Nussbaum, Betsy Harriman,Beth Leonard, Sue Hodgson citizen member,James Cierzniak, Jon Hunt, Terry Bland, Glenda Rae Hernandez and Kathleen Cekanski-Farrand. Council Member Aranowski noted that the purpose of the meeting is to review Bill No. 9- 98 which would appropriate$150,000 from the Coveleski Improvement Fund. Betsy Harriman,Administrative Director of the Parks and Recreation Department, made the presentation. She noted that the proposed improvements are in accordance with the objectives outlined in the "Stadium Use, Management and Operations Agreement." The following improvements are requested: 1. Installation of new flooring in the locker rooms for$20,000-$25,000. 2. Electrical upgrades for a cost of approximately$25,000. 3. Replacement of exterior wall for approximately$22,000. 4. An expansion of the picnic garden area with better ADA standards for a cost of approximately $25,000. 5. Seating upgrades for a cost of$8,500. 6. Re-sealing of concrete for a cost of$20,000. 7. New infield sod for a cost of$4,000 and 8. New carpet in the press box for a cost of$4,000. Mr. James Cierzniak spoke in favor of the proposed improvements. He questioned what the relationship was of the proposed bill to fund 401 which has$300,000 in it. Mr. Richard Nussbaum noted that the balance in the Coveleski Improvement Fund is between$480,000 and$490,000. He is unaware of any other appropriations. Following further discussion, Council Member Hosinski made a motion, seconded by Council Member Ujdak, that Bill No. 9-98 be recommended favorably to Council. The motion passed. Council Member Aranowski then noted that the public sessions on various park proposals are beginning with meeting at Erskine Golf Course on February 6, 1998. A letter from Mr. Phil St. Claire, Superintendent of Parks and Recreation will be forthcoming. Council Member Pfeifer suggested that the meeting location be moved throughout the city so that all individuals would have availability to attend. She suggested recreation centers and schools. Council President Coleman noted that he had invited Glenda Rae Hernandez to be present. She is interested in being reappointed to the Human Rights Commission. He noted that she is present and would be unavailable to attend the regular Common Council meeting. There were no questions asked of Ms.Hernandez.