07-01-2006Blair Park Board Meeting
• July 1, 1996
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The July Meeting of the Blair Park Board was called to order by President Kathy Kuster at 7:30
p.m. on Monday Evening July 1, 1996. Those present for the meeting included Jim Peterson,
Steve Buller, Marysue Pook, and Kathy Kuster. Park superintendent Pat Long was also present
for the meeting.
It was moved by Marysue Pook, seconded by Steve Buller, to accept the minutes as corrected.
Park Superintendent Pat Long reported to the group that the park crew was having a difficult time
keeping up with the graffiti in and around the park buildings. It was also noted that all of the
flowers that had been planted were looking good in the park system.
Steve Buller reported that the newly remodeled shelter at Steyer Park was having a lot of water
moving through it following a rain. Pat reported that he felt the problem would be solved when
grass was planted around the shelter. There would be some grading done along with the planting
of the grass that hopefully would solve the problem.
NEW BUSINESS.
Discussion was held in regard to the planting of three trees donated by a Blair Class in the Park
System. It was moved by Marysue Pook, seconded by Steve Buller, that the three trees be
planted on the east side of Steyer Park just off 17th Street. Motion carried.
There was also discussion in regard to the size of the trees that should be planted in the Park
System. It was moved by Marysue Pook, seconded by Jim Peterson, that the minimum caliber
size be 1 1 /2 to 2 inches and be from 5 to 10 foot is height. There would be further work this
winter by the board to determine the species of perennials that should be planted. Motion carried.
Pat Long reported that the proposed budget for the Park System in the next fiscal year is
$133,811.00 which is almost a two percent increase. Monies from the budget will be used to
purchase a new mower, picnic tables, playground equipment, new restrooms and a new truck.
Almost $6,000 is available for the purchase of new playground equipment in the next fiscal year.
This includes $3,000 carryover from this fiscal year.
Discussion was held in regard to the purchase of new play ground equipment for the park. Pat
indicated that the park system would apply for Keno funds to pay in part for some new
equipment. It was moved by Marysue Pook, seconded by Jim Peterson, that the Park go ahead
an order the following equipment pending the approval of Keno funding. This equipment
included: Motion carried.
Swingset $787.00 Quality Industries.
Spaceships $433.00 Churchich
• Four Miniscoops $1180.00 Quality Industries
Total $2400.00
The board also discussed the minipark next to Blair West Drug Store. According to members
of the board, there was a lot of erosion occurring in the unseeded part of the park. Silting of the
sidewalks was also a problem. The Board encouraged the completion of the project as soon as
possible.
Discussion was also held in regard to the possible purchase of a glider swing and possible
locations for such a swing. It was moved by Steve Buller, seconded by Marysue Pook, that Pat
be given the responsibility for purchasing a glider swing. This swing would then be located on
the north edge of Black Elk Park along with other playground equipment. The financial support
for this purchase would be donated by the Independent Pioneer Telephone Operators in Blair.
Motion was carried pending approval by the Independent Pioneer Telephone Operators
Association.
With no further business on the docket, it was moved by Steve Buller, seconded by Jim Peterson,
to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried.
Respectfully submitted
Jim Peterson
Secretary, Blair Park Board.