Town of Bell Parks and Lands Meeting Minutes

Friday, March 7, 2025 – 9:15 am @ Cornucopia Community Center

Chair Doug Becker called the meeting to order at 9:20 am.

Committee members present: Doug Becker, Gordon Anderson

Absent: Greg Weiss, Richard Dunn, Gina Emily

Others present: Steve Rudd, Judy Kerr, Judy Becker, Paul Ehlers

Old Business:

• Motion to approve the February, 2025 minutes by G. Anderson, seconded by D. Becker; passed.
• Budget review: no report.
• Maintenance Update:
  • Beach Bathroom Maintenance:
    • Becker reported that there is leftover paint for the floors.
  • Swenson Pavilion and Flowing Well Kiosk Roof Repairs– still in progress. No payment until job is completed. Town will need to discuss additional costs submitted.
  • Swenson Pavilion drainage repairs – no report.
  • Motion was made by G. Anderson, seconded by D. Becker to order 2 new picnic tables at a cost of $3478.00; passed.
• Campground Maintenance – D. Becker will contact #2 Septic about Porta Potty installation.
• Siskiwit Lake Boat Launch:
  • Becker will arrange the new dock delivery for Town to install.
• Beach Signs:
  • Ongoing: G. Emily will investigate quotes for different size signs.
• Community Center Backyard Lighting: D. Becker installed a 3 panel motion sensor solar powered light. Members will check on effectiveness.
• Bike Repair Station – Town has accepted the gift of the station from North Coast Cycling Association; waiting for delivery. Much discussion about location. Motion was made by G. Anderson, seconded by D. Becker to order a new bike rack for the Community Center; passed.
• Mobile Sauna: modified conditional use permit will be submitted to the Town for approval; location would be by the Marina Shops. No action needed by Committee.
• Town New Website – J. Becker has updated Committee agendas and minutes.
• Term Limits – Committee is seeking interested persons for the two open positions.
• Superior Avenue Beach Signs – Matt Lazorik and R. Dunn will set in place. Much discussion about signage at the Lost Creek Road Beach.

New Business:

• Other – none.
• Next meeting: Friday, April 4, 2025, at 9:30 am at the Community Center.
• Motion to adjourn made by G. Anderson; seconded by D. Becker. Passed at 10.15 a.m.

Submitted by Secretary Judy Becker      March 8, 2025