Town of Bell Parks and Lands Committee April Meeting Minutes

Monday, April 6, 2026 – 5:00 pm @ Cornucopia Community Center

Chair Doug Becker called the meeting to order at 5:00 pm.

Committee members present: Doug Becker, Gordon Anderson, Richard Dunn

Absent: Steve Rudd    Excused Absence: Gina Emily

Others present: Judy Becker, Dave Mucculough

Old Business:

• Motion to approve the March, 2026 minutes by G. Anderson, seconded by R. Dunn; passed.
• Budget review: no report.
• Maintenance Update:
  • Marina Breakwall Annual Inspection: too icy for foot traffic; D. Mucculough will use a drone to inspect area and record any cracks and/or needed repairs.
  • Becker will review original documentation from Army Corp of Engineers to determine where to send report.
  • Lost Creek Parking & Beach: postponed until snow melts.
• Campground:
  • Dunn offered to repair the damaged directional sign on Hwy C.
  • Becker will request PortaPotties, plus one at Superior Ave. before May 2.
• Cornucopia Sign: committee continues to pursue options.
• Flowing Well Kiosk Drainage/Swenson Pavilion Decking: D. Becker discussed issue with a retired civil engineer who recommended contacting a local water engineering firm like Atlas Engineering in Ashland. G. Anderson will request topic be added to the Town’s April agenda.
• Ice Cave Parking Damage: R. Dunn reported that the Town has a plan to repair damaged areas. Committee recommends including the front lawn of the Community Center in that plan.

New Business:

• Siskiwit Lake Boat Launch:
  • Committee recommends placing a QR code donation sign at this launch when sign is placed at the marina harbor launch.
  • Dock will be installed before May 2, 2026.
  • Donation Box: much discussion; R. Dunn suggested replacing box, one with multiple keys.
• Other:
  • Mucculough offered to research lidar maps of the well and pavilion flooded areas.
• Next meeting: Monday, May 4, 2026, at 5 pm at the Community Center.
• Motion to adjourn made by R. Dunn, seconded by G. Anderson. Passed at 5:34 p.m.

Submitted by Secretary Judy Becker     April 7, 2026