4.10. SR 08-19-2013 City of
Elk - Request for Action
River O.
To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 4.10
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Consent August 19, 2013 Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Item Description Reviewed by
Resolution Acknowledging Contribution from Cal Portner, City Administrator
Resident Charles Larson for a Park Bench Reviewed by
Action Requested
Adopt by resolution the acceptance of a $700 monetary donation from Charles Larson for the purpose of
a park bench to be installed at the city line end of the Great Northern Trail. This is pursuant to
Minnesota State Statute X465.03. Statute requires that resolutions are adopted by a 2/3 majority vote.
Background/Discussion
The need for a park bench at the city line end of the Great Northern Trail has been discussed. Residents
have contacted staff about the need for a bench at the city/township line (4 3/4 mile marker). Some
residents stop to turnaround and rest at this point of the trail. Charles Larson heard about this need and
approached Parks and Recreation Director Michael Hecker about donating a bench at the end of the trail.
He stated that he wanted to assist some of his friends who use the trail on a daily basis.
The Parks and Recreation did discuss this donation at the August 14 meeting including the location of the
bench at the end of the trail. The consensus was in support of the bench and its location.
Financial Impact
City is receiving a $700 cash donation towards the purchase of a park bench. This donation should fund
most of the cost for the bench with any difference including the cost of installation to be paid for by the
city.
Staff and the Parks Commission recently discussed the need for a policy for donations and memorials
including future maintenance and disposition of donations such as a bench. This is based on the recent
interest from individuals and organizations interested in making donations and/or memorials.
Attachments
■ Donation resolution
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City of
Elk
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Resolution 13-
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Acknowledging Contribution from
Charles Larson for a Park Bench
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River is grateful to all civic groups, organizations, and
individuals for their contributions to the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elk River received a$700 donation from Charles Larson with the
intent it be used by the Parks and Recreation Department for the purchase of a park bench
to be installed at the end of the paved Great Northern Trail at the city line.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Elk River
to acknowledge the support and commend Great River Energy for their donation.
Passed and adopted this 19,' day of August, 2013.
John J. Dietz,Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City Clerk
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