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| Acworth | Acworth Lake Authority | 2016-02-01 | 1 | Regular Meeting Monday, February 1, 2016 at 12:00 PM Logan Farm Park February 4- State of the City February 20 - Daddy Daughter Dance March 12 - Baseball Opening Day V. OLD BUSINESS A. Logan Farm Park Expansion Mr. Albright reported that the Logan Farm Park Extension project was on schedule and showed the Authority construction drawings. Mr. Albright informed the members that the construction crew has hit rock and will likely need to use explosives to break it up. Mayor Allegood asked if the two bridges were included in this project. Mr. Albright confirmed that they are. B. SPLOST Mr. Albright updated the Authority about the 2016 SPLOST. The city will be utilizing these funds for projects such as the Recreation Center, the Farm House renovation, and the Blue Springs Road improvements. Mr. Prather asked about the article stating that there were excess funds in the 2011 SPLOST. Mr. Albright and Mr. Allegood explained the process in which the city receives the funds from the County and any excess revenues are received monthly and not in one lump sum at the end of the project. Mr. Allegood and Mr. Albright further explained the financial aspects of SPLOST collections. C. Lease Renewal Mr. Albright informed the Authority of the upcoming lease renewal of Cauble Park. The Authority then discussed the master plan for Durr Field and Tanyard Creek Park and how that process has expedited approvals of projects with the Corps. Mr. Prather inquired about the shelf life of a master plan with the Corps. Mr. Albright answered that it did not have one to his knowledge. Mayor Allegood asked if there were any future plans for Patriots Point and the Veterans Memorial. Mr Albright informed the Authority that city staff has been discussing improving the parking area near the memorial, but there are no official plans at this time. D. — Scout Dock Mr. Arnold asked if it would be possible for the Authority to donate start up money to the scouts for this project. Mr. Albright and Mr. Prather stated that since the area is restricted use, it would not be eligible. VI. NEW BUSINESS Mr. Albright announced the following new business: The public may address the board on any matter during public comments. Individual’s comments will be limited to five minutes. 2|Page | 579a85e8ad3e52f719858b99feb976885032a5b663d4abd2645e0ee88e0e3341 |