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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009-12-16 PRC Packet "c-; AGENDA CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING Wednesday, December 16, 2009 7:00p.m. Council Chambers. Maplewood City Hall 1830 County Road BEast 1. Call to Order 2. RollCall 3. Approval of Agenda 4. Approval of Minutes a. October 21,2009 b. November 18, 2009 5. Visitor Presentations '.'-. .i- 6. Unfinished Business a. Dog Park Site Selection b. Park Assessment - Prioritizing Projects 7. New Business a. Sign Code Changes - Advertising in the Parks b. Wakefield Park Picnic Shelter c. Park and Recreation Commissioner Interview Questions 8. Staff Presentations a. Commission Minutes Discussion b. Mississippi Tot Lot Update c. Lake Links Trail Update - McKnight to Joy 9. Commissioner Comments 10. Adjourn - (9:30 p.m.) Next meeting - January 20, 2010 CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING Wednesday, October 21,2009 7:00 p.m. COUNCIL CHAMBERS - MAPLEWOOD CITY HALL 1830 COUNTY ROAD BEAST 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Fischer indicated all of the commissioners were was quorum. 2. ROLL CALL Commissioners Commissioner Craig Brannon, present Commissioner Don Christianson, Chair Peter Fischer, present Commissioner Dan Maas, present Commissioner Mary Mackey, present Commissioner Carolyn Peterson, present Commissioner Bruce Romari;pf~~~pJ Commissioner Therese Sonnek,preseht Commissioner Kim Schmidt, Present Staff ParkS.Qjrector DuWayne Konewko, present present 3. APPROYALOF Commissioner Christianson Roman Seconded the Motion motion to approve the agenda. Commissioner Ayes: All 4. APPROY AL OF MINUTES a. August 19, 2009 Commissioner Christfanson had a correction page 5, 3,d paragraph. Strike the sentence starting with "Commissioner Christianson said that when he started as a commissioner. . ." Commissioner Christianson moved to approve the minutes for August 19,2009, as amended. Commissioner Roman seconded. Ayes: All b. September 16, 2009 1 Chairperson Fischer had changes on page 2. The motion to table the minutes was made by Commissioner Brannon and seconded by Commissioner Christianson. Chairperson Fischer also wanted added under section B that the Commission was discussing site only and that rules and management would be addressed at a future meeting. Commissioner Christianson moved to approve the minutes for September 16, 2009, as amended. Commissioner Brannon seconded. Ayes: Brannon, Christiansou, Fischer, Maas, Mackey, Peterson, Sormek, Roman Abstain: Schmidt 5. LIONS PARK PUBLIC HEARING (7:30) This item was reached ahead of schedule. Community P~y~lOpl11ent and Parks Director, Du Wayne Konewko suggested moving on to the YisitofPfesenfittioll and coming back to the public hearing at the scheduled time. , - The public hearing presentations started at 7;;;9' Mr. Kone",!m introducedr'I'\f~ Bearth and Bill Rasmussen from the Oakdale MaplewOd~ Lions Club and are also Bark Commission Members in Oakdale, who were avallabl~tQansWer questions. He also introduced Danielle Parque from S:Sfi,;Who went 6v~fit11e plans for the park and Steve Kummer, Staff Engineer was also available,to answer q!ile~tions. Gerald Paritel, of 617 Century Ave, addressed the commission. Mr. Paritel requested clarification on how the rain gardens will flow into each other. Ms. Parque addressed his question. Commissioners asked questions Of staff. ChairpersollJ?'isgl1~r, open~~the hearmgfo dte public. 1., CarolL}'rlne ofl@?3 East Burke addressed the commission. Ms. Lynn spoke in favor oft~y park1:J~texpressed concern of children being exposed to toxins brought in byj~e stoflll:;water. 2: 'Ron Cockriel of943 Century Avenue addressed the commission. Mr. Coc1aiel ~x..pressed conc~m over preserving legacy playground equipment in the parle f[er~l~o express~tl concerns regarding rain gardens in the surrounding coniiii~nityaiitlconcerns of children being exposed to toxins brought in by the storm wat~f; 3. Rich Benrlet of 2963 Bebe Parkway addressed the commission. Mr. Bennet expressed concern putting rain gardens near areas where children play. Chairperson Fischer closed the public hearing. The commission returned to discussion. The Commission came to a consensus and directed staff to proceed with the master plan as proposed with consideration given to citizen concerns and comments. Staff was also directed to present the final design concept to the Commission for approval prior to bringing this before the City Council. 2 Commissioner Christianson motioned to approve the master plan and process schedule as proposed for the redevelopment of Lions Park. Commissioner Schmidt seconded the motion. Ayes: All A five minute recess was called. 6. YISITOR PRESENTATIONS Ron Cockriel of943 Century Avenue addressed the update on the hike through Fish Creek Greenway. Cockriel gave an After Yisitor Presentations concluded, there was stilll hearing was scheduled to start. Chairperson Fischej"sl1ggested Commissioner Comments. the public to 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Dog Park Sub-Committee Final Recommendations (Report to be distributed at meeting,) The commission reconvened after thebrieftecess. Commissioner Roman requested to table this item to the meeting scheduled for November 18, 2009. - .............."..,.. ----- Mr. Konewko suggested that if the commission tabled this item to the next meeting that the connnission should start the meeting 30 minutes early to allow for time for this item. .............. ...........,.....................,.." ......"........................ ....,......,........ "...,...".... ., Rich Bennet of2963 Bebe Parkway addressed the commission and expressed frustration due to the inability to get information on when this sub-committee was meeting. 8. NEW BUSINESS - there was no new business. 9. COMMISSIONER PRESENTATIONS 10. STAFF PRESENTATIONS a. Legacy and Mississippi Tot Lot Updates Mr. Konewko went over the report for this item. The commission discussed the item. Mr. Konewko will bring this item back to the commission. 11. COMMISSIONER COMMENTS Commissioner Maas requested an update on County Rd. D/White Bear A venue Lake Links Trail that is being installed on County Rd. D and how that will connect with the other portions. Mr. Konewko went over how the trail will connect with the other portions. 3 Commissioner Brannon asked ifthe markings to mark the crosswalk for the Sunset trail crossing Walter was on the department's work list. Mr. Konewko stated that it is and will be done next spring. Commissioner Roman thanked the Community Center for that night's tour and for the open house they had a couple weeks ago. He stated he was pleased with the new lights at Goodrich. He also stated that if a committee is created for the Community Gardens, he would like to see that at minimum one Park and Recreation Commissioner and one staff member participate with the committee. Commissioner Schmidt stated that a resident expressed concern about some undesirable activity at Gloster Park. She asked if it would be possibl~t(ih:tl!e some additional patrolling through that park. Mr. Konewko said he wQl.I.tdforward.tbis information to the police chief. . . , Commissioner Mackey asked if there was ~ij1g going o]1.with Geths.gi&tiJ}l~Park. Mr. Konewko stated he is only aware of a discussiQllthat occ]1rred at the Augustll1eeting and at that time, the commission was notified that theic;jty dld.::xtend that lease through April 2010. This item is scheduled to be brQ]1ght back befo[~tl1e commission in January. Commissioner Mackey asked iftherc;iVas~(discusslo~()fthe City purchasing the property. Mr. Konewko stated he is no! aware Qfany recent discussion pertaining to the purchase of the property. . . ,..........., ,....."., Commissioner Peterson did not have any'comments. Commissioner Sonllek stated thai-she was invited to teach on Geo-cashing at the Priory Preserve. She asked [of all updateollth~,SQnstrnction of the path on McKnight and Lydia. M~.](one;'Yko state~tl1eprojectispr(}ceeding and staff hopes that it will be done before;'YillteL Coll1lllissionerSonnek asked if there has been any specific remediation withtl1~c()rner ofMc~ghtang~ydia to prevent flooding and freezing. Mr. Konewko statetltl1~ Engineering Department; along with the consultant working on this project, are looking [Lt.that issue. At this time,th~.CQnnnissiQJj-started the public hearing, item 5 on the agenda. 12. ADJOURN Chair Fischer adjourllM the meeting at 10:00 p.m. 4 CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING Wednesday, November 18, 2009 7:00 p.rn. COUNCIL CHAMBERS - MAPLEWOOD CITY HALL 1830 COUNTY ROAD BEAST 1. CALL TO ORDER Chair Fischer indicated two connnissioners were absent; 2. ROLL CALL Commissioners Commissioner Craig Brannon, present Commissioner Don Christianson, Chair Peter Fischer, present Commissioner Dan Maas, present Commissioner Mary Mackey, absent Commissioner Carolyn Peterson, present Commissioner Bruce Roma.J:i;pr~~~p.t Commissioner Therese SonneJc;presept Commissioner Kim Schmidt, Present Staff Parks Qirector Du Wayne Konewko, present Doug 1:~tJ.1:Jman 3. to approve the agenda. Commissioner Sonnek the Motion. Ayes: All 4. The commission more detail added to the approval of the minutes section and to the public hearing section. Commissioner Brannon motioned to table the minutes for October 21,2009. Commissioner Sonnek seconded. Ayes: All 1 5. Commission Handbook Presentation - Alan Kanfrud, City Attorney City Attorney Kantrud went over the copy of the commission handbook provided in the packet. Mr. Kantrud made himself available to answer questions from the commission. The commission discussed the Handbook and asked questions. 6. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS 1. Ted Berth, 380 Grafton Ave N, Oakdale, addressed the commission on behalf of the Maplewood-Oakdale Lions Club. Mr. Berth expressed excitement over the future project of the Lions Park. Community Development & Parks Director Konewko gave the commission an update on the status of this 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Dog Park Sub-Committee Final ReQciniiiiendations Commissioner Roman, chairman of the sub-commirree, went over Chairman Fischer opened the discussion to those in the audience. 1. Rich Bennett, 2962 Bebe Parkway, addressed the commission. Mr. Bennett expressed concern of the size of the proposed dog parks stating he felt the proposed sizes would be very small. He spoke in favor of locating a dog park at Joy Park. 2. Jan Car, 1000 Portland Ave., St,Paul addressed the commission. Mr. Car praised the task force for their work on this report. He spoke to why he thought dog parks are important and spoke against adding fees to the dog licenses. He also stated that the commission should remember that with dog parks size does matter. The commission resumed the discussion. .....,. ...................,.......,.. The commission directed staff to look into how a dog park would fit into Harvester Park, Gloster Park and Sherwood Park, come up with cost estimates, ideas for financing and funding, and look into the idea of mini dog parks. 8. NEW BUSINESS a. Park Assessment Report Staff Liaison Doug Taubman went over the report. The Commission discussed the report. 9. COMMISSIONER PRESENTATIONS Commissioner Sonnek enjoyed having the opportunity to work with the sub-committee on dog parks and praised Commissioner Roman on his work as the chair. She also stated she enjoyed working the buckthorn pull over the last weekend. 2 Commissioner Schmidt stated she was glad to receive the new commission handbook and thanked Connnissioner Roman for being chair on the sub-committee. Commissioner Peterson stated there was a lot of good information presented at this meeting. Commissioner Maas stated the dog park presentation was great and sees the need for dog park. He also commented that the new Lake Links Trail signs look good. Commissioner Brannon asked how the community garden pr~ went. Mr. Konewko stated that the prep work has occurred and staff is working on development on rules and regulations. The community garden will be open by next spring,Mr. Taubman added the soil conditions look very good when the ground was tilled.. . Commissioner Roman asked if staff could give an updafeon the community garden in an upcoming meeting. He also asked staff about the trees that were taken out of Sherwood park and if they were going to be replaced soon.<Mr. Konewko stated there are about 6- 10 trees that still need to be installed at Sherw()odPark. Commissioner Roman also inquired about the possibility of creating a tniillllap for Maplewood in the future. ,...............,........ Chairperson Fischer inquired about the driveways locked off at Goodrich Park and if staff knew of the reason they are chained.offalready. Mr. Taubman said he was unsure of the reason but would look into it and brmg.it back at the next meeting. Chairperson Fischer also noted that the new commission handbook states that chair and vice-chair of the commissions be determined' in December:Mr. Konewko stated he would recommend waiting until the reappointment process is coinjJleted, so the commission should address this sometime in January. 10. STAFF PRESflNTATIONS . a. Legacy arid. Mississippi Tot Lot Updates Mr. Konewko stated this item will be brought back before the commission in December. This lease expires at the end of April 2010. He is plauning on bring this back in January or February. There is nothing to r~ort with the proposed project. 11. COMMISSIONERCOMMENTS 12. ADJOURN, Commissioner Bnl.rtn6uhlOved to adjourn the meeting. Commissioner Maas seconded the motion. Chair Fischer adjourned the meeting at 10:18 p.m. 3 l~ ; ..&m ;X;,%,<Mf,it'r(,," Gloster Park Potential Dog Park Site - 1.7 acres I ! :;1 "'1 I i ! I , I i I j i I i ;'0" i I I i ! I 'I I , i ~l :'~ "I tl ![ I ,I ::1 1 , , , :1 :-1 ,I I .L 1!'itd4I'U~('",,, Harvest Park Potential Dog Park Site - 1.7 acres :~ ..L li'fjmf< u:,. ('.,,, Sherwood Park Potential Dog Park Site - 4.6 acres J " I :1 , ::1 , " , ':1 , :~ i '.'j :1 i , ~i Dee 01 09 10:53a Able Fence, Inc. 1J77iI/.' ;J,JJJ (651) 222-7737 p.1 NUMBER ABLE FENCE INC. FREE ESTIMATES DATE SOLD 78 ACKER STREET EAST. ST. PAUL, MN 55117 OFFICE: 651"222-4355. FAX: 651-222-7737 DATE j/ - :JCl- Cl'l We propose to sell and Install a tl Gauge Wire . Name Address City;;U:tp/P..I'J~"'c< ih'J:J~? Office # /. J/ -,) Yl' - ;I/;)..U Cell # Fax # County- Ilt):n., 1_-e ../ / Zip b.;7-.;"J'?<J- ;2}.2'1 .t'1f IV e-1 cl J flJ~ +. ;v;.:;fJ Total 'I y I'Do. ~ . By: ~ ;/ V v1? (e,.-, d r<. 7"-- ACCEPTED: By: Map Location o Knuckle up {J Twist up Tc.p rail ol1eC1ce to: a follow !Jraunrl SKETCH IJ be level Piace Dirt , STREET , We are satisfied with the installation of our fence. Billing Address, If Different Than Above: PAYMENT TERMS:/V -'- f .7.:J i:J4 yif J All quotations subject to conditions beyond our controL Customer agrees to furnish building permits, property lines and stake fence location. This quotation does not include clearing trees, brush or other obstructions from working area. Excess dirt from post holes to remain on job site. Able Fence to call Gopher State One Call. Customer is responsible for locating all underground obstacles not located by Gopher State One Call. GOOD FENCES MAKE GODD NEIGHBORS!!I ._. AGENDA REPORT TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Parks and Recreation Commission Doug Taubman, Parks Manager Park Assessment Project Priority List December 9,2009 INTRODUCTION At the October Parks and Recreation Commission meeting staff presented the 2009 Park Assessment report. In the report staff identified needs in our park system for repair, replacement or upgrades to equipment of amenities such as trail and courts. The needs were placed in four categories: trails, courts, tot lots/playgrounds. and other items such as fences, backstops, and irrigation. DISCUSSION Following the October presentation and discussion of the Park Assessment staff was directed to prioritize the identified needs. Following is staffs prioritization of projects to be completed in the next two to three years: 1. Replace backstop and sidelined fences at Goodrichpark - $17,000/field 2. Resurface Maplecrest tennis court - $16,000 3. Develop Master Plan for Goodrich Park to include neighborhood park component - $40,000 4. Overlay and repair Nebraska Park trail - $9,500 5. Wakefield Park Picnic Shelter - $35,000 6. Resurface Harvest Park tennis and basketball courts - $12,000 7. Replace Geranium Park playground equipment - $80,000 8. Replace backstop and sideline fences at Wakefield Park - $17,000 9. Overlay and repair Maplewood Heights Trail- $26,300 10. Overlay and repair Geranium Trail- $6,175 11. Replace Sunset Ridge Lower tot lot - $30,000 12. Resurface Playcrest tennis and basketball courts - $12,000 This is only a partial list of the projects that need to be completed. Based upon available funds it will take two to three years to complete these projects. By that time the parks should be reassessed to identify new needs so that they may be incorporated into project schedule. MEMORANDUM TO: FROM: SUBJECT: DATE: Parks and Recreation Commission Shann Finwall, AICP, Environmental Planner Park Signs December 1, 2009, for the December 16 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting INTRODUCTION The city's sign ordinance gives guidelines to businesses and residents for visibility and promotion. Maplewood's sign ordinance was adopted in 1977, with only minor revisions made since that time. Background In 2004 and 2005 the Community Design Review Board (CDRB) researched various aspects of signs and ordinances, drafted amendments to the city's sign ordinance, and took public comment regarding the amendments. Based on this review, the CDRB recommended approval of a revised sign ordinance on March 1, 2006. No action was taken on those revisions until November 23, 2009, when the city council adopted the first reading of the revised sign ordinance. Second reading of the ordinance is scheduled for January 11, 2010. DISCUSSION Temporarv Sports Facilitv Siqns Jim Taylor, recreation supervisor, requested that the sign ordinance revisions include language to allow temporary sports facility sponsorship signs. These signs would be installed on baseball outfield fences and scoreboards and on the interior of ice rink boards. The signs would generate funds for recreational facilities within the city's parks. During the CDRB's review of this proposal, they recommended that these types of signs be allowed through the city's comprehensive sign plan approval process. The city's sign ordinance currently requires comprehensive sign plans for all multi-tenant buildings with five or more tenants. These plans are approved by the CDRB who review the location, size, number, and design of the signs to ensure an improved relationship between the site and the architecture of the building(s). Temporary sports facility signs would be reviewed in the same manner, with the recreation department submitting a plan showing the location, size, and number of the signs for review by the CDRB. This is a one-time review process, unless there are revisions needed to the plan in the future. Temporary sports facility language added to the revised sign ordinance is as follows: Temporary sports facility sponsorship signs are permitted in land designated as Park in the Comprehensive Plan subject to the following required standards: (1) Approval of a comprehensive sign plan. (2) The Maplewood recreation department will regulate all temporary sponsorship signs. (3) Sponsorships collected for such signs will be used to help fund recreational facilities within the park in which they are installed. (4) Signs can be placed at baseball and softball fields, and shall be located on the outfield fences or the scoreboard, or both. Such signs shall be oriented toward the field of play. Number and size of signs dependent on approved comprehensive sign plan. (5) Signs can be placed at hockey rinks, and shall be located on the interior sides of the hockey boards. Number and size of signs dependent on approved comprehensive sign plan. (6) Signs are allowed to be installed for a period of one (1) year during the baseball, softball, or hockey season. (7) Each sign shall provide identifying information for the sponsor such as name, address, telephone number, or logo; any product advertising shall be incidental and secondary to sponsor identification. (8) Such signs shall not be illuminated except by the regular sports facility lighting during hours of use. (9) Such signs shall be maintained in good condition. Park Identification Siqns Since the city currently does not have regulations on signs in parks, the CDRB also added a park sign section which includes allowable permanent park identification signs and special event temporary signs within parks as follows: Park identification signs are permitted in land designated as Park in the Comprehensive Plan subject to the following required standards: (1) Wall Signs. One park or park building identification wall sign up to twenty- four (24) square feet per street frontage shall be allowed for each park building. The sign may be affixed to the wall of the building or an overhanging canopy or awning. (2) Monument Signs. One park identification monument sign up to thirty-two (32) square feet per street frontage shall be allowed to identify each park. Said sign shall be a maximum of six (6) feet in height. The sign shall be designed to be architecturally compatible with the park structures and buildings with the base of the sign consisting of colors and materials compatible to the structures or buildings. (3) Special Event Banners. Special event banners may be displayed for in parks for special events sponsored or approved by the city. No more than (3) banners 2 may be displayed per park at anyone time. Each banner shall not exceed sixty- four (64) square feet. Banners shall be designed to be professional looking and prevented from becoming torn or weathered. Maplewood's parks currently have a variety of freestanding monument-style identification signs which meet the guidelines above. There are currently no wall signs on city park buildings, but the park wall sign proposal reflects the number and size of wall signs allowed in neighborhood business districts. The city installs special event banners during our Fourth of July festival at Hazelwood Park. The banner size proposed reflects the size of banner allowed in commercial districts. Siqn Ordinance First Readinq The city council adopted the above-mentioned park sign ordinance language during the first reading of the ordinance in November. There were no questions or concerns raised by the city council regarding the language. Prior to second reading of the ordinance, staff is requesting review of the proposed language by the Parks and Recreation Commission. RECOMMENDATION Review the proposed park sign ordinance language and offer feedback prior to the city council's second reading of the sign ordinance on January 11, 2010. P/Ord/Sign/12-9-09 Parks Commission 3 PARKS AND RECREATION COMISSION REPORT TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Audra Robbins, Recreation Supervisor SUBJECT: Picnic Shelter at Wakefield Park DATE: December 10, 2009 INTRODUCTION Wakefield Park, located at 1590 Frost Avenue is one of Maplewood's most established parks. It is approximately 41 acres in size and features many amenities such as ball fields, ice rinks, walking trails, children's play area, warming house with restrooms, and 2 parking lots. A new fishing pier will be added in the spring of 2010. There is, however, one very important feature that is missing and that is a picnic shelter. Wakefield had a picnic shelter up until 1999 when it was torn down as directed in the new Wakefield Park Master Plan. The ideal shelter would be 28' or 30' x 30' in size and would accommodate at least 6 picnic tables. The location for this structure would fit best down in the area near the new fishing pier as it is still close to the playground and restrooms but far enough away from the ball fields. DISCUSSION Wakefield is in need of a shelter for the following reasons: . Wakefield is one of our most utilized Maplewood Parks and would be "complete" with a picnic shelter to complement the ball fields, playground and green space already there. . Our summer day camp program operates there almost daily in the summer months and could expand their programming with the addition of a shelter. . Renting the shelter out to Maplewood residents would be a way to generate revenue. Staff estimates lost revenue in 2009 of at least $1250.00 . Maplewood residents have voiced their desire for such a shelter - over 25 potential rentals were turned away in spring/summer 2009. They were looking for a place to have family reunions, graduation/birthday parties and company picnics. · Traffic in the park is only expected to increase with the installation of the new fishing pier in spring of 2010. RECOMMENDATION Staff is recommending that the Parks and Recreation Commission direct us in our pursuit to install a picnic shelter at Wakefield Park in 2010. Model 1533: 28'X 32' Timbercraft Gable. 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During this review consideration is to be given to questions specific to reappointments as well as questions specific for new appointments. The first six questions listed below are interview questions currently being used in the interview process for new appointments. Questions 7 - 12 were provided by one of the commissioners as potential questions for new appointments. The commission should discuss these questions as well as consider formulating questions for reappointments. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 1) Please discuss why you believe parks and open space are important to the quality of life for residents in the City of Maplewood? 2) Please discuss your experience utilizing trails and how you believe the City should proceed with developing a network of trails throughout the City. 3) Have you or a family member participated in a Parks and Recreation Program offered by the City? Please discuss your experience with that program and what you liked and disliked and suggestions for improving program(s). 4) As a Parks and Recreation Commissioner, one of the program areas the Commission is responsible for is the Maplewood Community Center - please discuss your experience with the community center. Are there any programs you would like to see added or eliminated? 5) The Maplewood Community Center, MCC, is an enterprise fund of the City. The goal is that this facility be self supporting and that the MCC generate all revenues required to meet its operational budget. Do you have ideas that would produce more revenue for the MCC? 6) Discuss what the City's Priorities should be regarding park maintenance or other improvements to City Recreational Facilities. Questions for existina members provided bv Commissioner Maas: 7) Why do you want to continue to serve on this commission? 8) In what areas are you the most passionate about improving parks and recreation in the coming year? 9) How would you prioritize current and future park needs? What are the areas that should be the highest priority funding items? 10) Maplewood is a diverse community. What are some ways that you want to make our parks and open spaces more attractive to an increasingly diverse population? 11) Why are parks, open space, and recreation facilities important to you personally? 12) Are there any recreational facilities or outlets that Maplewood does not currently provide that you would like to see here? If so, what are they and why?