HomeMy WebLinkAboutCCDATE=SEPTEMBER 30, 2008 (6) Another resident living across the street from Central Park, on Rt. 31, noted that four
homeowners do not want a dog park located within Central Park.
George Doscher of 220 South State noted that the park seems most popular as it sledding
location and a dog park would interfere with that.
Chairman Bailey inquired if any Board member was interested in serving on the committee.
Scott Palmer and Carl Missele volunteered to be on the committee. Three residents also
volunteered. The committee members are:
- Jackie Settipani, 34 N. Porter, Elgin, 847-741-7885, sett12a)comcast.net
- Charlene Sligting, 402 Mosely, Elgin, 60123, 630-927-5890, slietinec(a�aol.com
- George Doscher, 220 S. State St., Elgin, 60123, cell 847-334-4607, home 847-741-3339,
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- Carl Nlissele, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
- Scott Palmer, Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
- Jim Bell, Land Management Superintendent
- Paul Bednar, Park Development Coordinator
Randy Reopelle summarized what the ad hoc committee will look at:
- Feasibility of Central Park as a dog park
- Other uses for Central Park
- Identify where else a dog park could be located
Another resident voiced her concern that Central Park does not need to be developed, but
could be open green space.
V. Hawthorne Hill Concept Plan - Phases Recommended: Paul Bednar summarized items
divided into a five-year development plan.
- One of the items in plan for 2010 is the use of permeable pavers in parking lot resulting
in 20 to 25 spaces.
- If eco-friendly materials are included, we may be able to apply for a grant.
- Of the items in 2011, the most expensive item is the re-circulating creek. Dredging in
2010 is recommended as the best way to improve quality of water to sustain fish life.
Randy noted that Deb Barr is looking at aerating the pond for now.
- 2012 includes selected brush removal and week control. Bike path noted for 2012 may
be part of a Natural Resources grant.
- During 2013, the fishing pier noted would be at the north end and the waterfowl viewing
station would be on the north pond.
Some finding may be available through an IDNR grant for water improvements.
Mike Bailey inquired if one year can stand alone or if there are items dependent on other
years so if there is an interruption in finding an item is not left partially completed. Paul
Bednar confirmed that items in each of the five years are not reliant on the following year's
funding or lack thereof.
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