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Minutes of a Meeting of The North Olmsted Parks and Recreation Commission November 8, 2004 November 12, 2004. Mr. Baxter said that it is really more than a backstop but is enclosing the entire area. That reminded him that there was some fencing around the basketball courts that looked very good but the courts are right next to the road, which should also be fenced. Mr. DiSalvo said that is part of the planning for next year’s budget. The fencing was in worse shape than was thought and was removed. There will be bushes on the very ends, fencing, and then a bush in the middle to improve the landscaping. Something similar will also be done with the volleyball courts. Four foot fences will be put in place for volleyball; six foot fences for basketball. Walk Path at Clague Park The walk path at Clague Park will begin within the next ten days, weather permitting. Ms. Jones asked about the Boy Scouts coming to do the tree signage. Mr. DiSalvo said that Connie Sheehan, with the Cub Scouts, are ready to start. Ms. Sheehan and Dave Wendell (the Forester) were to meet to discuss this matter. Mr. Baxter asked if it would be done this year. Mr. DiSalvo asked Mr. Jesse if this could be accomplished; he affirmed. Mr. DiSalvo posed question for the Commission: would every tree be marked? Mr. Baxter said that no, it’s a question of putting up signage as impervious as could be made and, if something happens to it, fixing it. There might be an initial tree with a bigger description and, as one walked along, another spot identifying each particular tree or making a comment about something there, to be marked sporadically. For example, one would be an elm, one would be an oak, etc. There is a dogwood tree with a few benches with a memorial for someone donated to the City. New Person at Front Desk Ms. Jones asked if someone was hired for the front desk. “Yes,” Ms. Drenski said, that the new receptionist graduated from North Olmsted High School. Ms. Drenski senses the receptionist won’t be at the Rec Center forever, but so far she’s doing well. Paramedic Required at Football Field Ms. Jones asked if there is a requirement that there be a paramedic at the fields because one child was hurt and the Rescue Squad was called. Mr. Jesse replied that there are two squads on duty most of the time, one at each station. If one squad is placed at an event, that leaves only one left. The City would have to request a response from a neighboring city or have a third squad scheduled for that event, but overtime must be paid. Ms. Jones said it took a long time to make the decision to call the Rescue Squad and asked if there could be a paramedic at the field. Mr. Jesse said that would be something to consider because the City is looking at volunteers to be able to serve. Soccer has a paramedic at the fields for the tournaments. Page 6