05-07-1992BLAIR PARK BOARD MINUTES
May 7, 1992
The meeting was called to order at 7:35 p.m. with Vice - President Jim Peterson
presiding. Other members present were: Marilyn Gentry, George Wilson, and Bill
Trisdale. Ralph Steyer was present also.
Ralph Steyer gave a brief report on the arboretum. The City is finally planting
trees from the nursery, starting with Little Leaf Lindens being planted at the
Parkview Manor.
Minutes from the last meeting were accepted as read. No action was taken on
bills at this time.
Arbor Day activities included an Autumn Blaze Maple being planted at Rhoades
Park. Guests were the Blair Chamber Ambassadors.
A discussion was held about what direction the Board is headed. It was decided
that goals need to be established, old programs reviewed, and new programs
considered.
Several committees were set up.
Tree Planting: Bob Leonard, Ralph Steyer and Gene Solomon
Brochures: Jim Peterson and Bill Trisdale
Job Description: Marilyn Gentry and Bill Trisdale, with Dale Stricklett
as an advisor
Work Equipment: Jim Peterson and George Wilson
Dale needs access to a 4 -wheel drive pick -up on a part -time basis. He also
needs a back -pack blower. Motion to purchase same was made by Bill Trisdale,
seconded by George Wilson. Motion carried.
Slides were also discussed. A spiral slide may be cost prohibitive at this time.
Dale was to be contacted by Bill Trisdale about moving the big slide to a safer
location. Motion to do so made by Marilyn Gentry, seconded by George Wilson.
Motion carried.
Landscaping evaluation was discussed, along with creating a map of same. No
positive action on this at this time. It is a living thing that changes from
time to time and is difficult to pin down.
Erosion at Black Elk Park was brought to the Board's attention. It involves the
overflow on the reservoir. Trisdale was to visit with Warren Whittaker and
Rodney Storm about what needs to be done to solve the problem.
Regulations for the R.V. park were discussed as to what to charge. No less than
$3.00 nor more than $5.00 per night with a limit of five nights was suggested.
Pets must be secured with a leash. Wilson will report on progress at the next
meeting.
The motion to adjourn was made by Wilson, seconded by Trisdale. Meeting
adjourned at 9:10 p.m.
Secretary,
Bill Trisdale