GRO TRAILS SUBCOMMITTEE MINUTES

Friday, March 4, 2016 at 10:00am
Present:  Chris Spaight, Alyssa Rumpel, Nicki Peterson, Steve Hoffmann, Kyle Anderson, Brandy w/ Governor Knowles, Randy Thoreson

  1. Review mockup of kiosk maps
    1. Missing details?
      1. Water panel
        1. Add Clam River Flowage
        2. Decided not to feature Mud Hen Lake and Dunham Lake (cut the map off before those lakes)
        3. Promote water fowl hunting with photo on this section as well as including “hunting” in the “Trail Notes” section of the legend (for all but Memory Lake)
        4. Add disclaimer to sign, “Please be aware of seasonal hunting”
        5. Have the landings stand out on the map
          1. For the Wood River, the landings are Memory Lake, Raspberry Landing, and West River Rd. Kyle will talk to the Township about labeling a landing at West River Road on the kiosk.
        6. Also add seasonal hunting to the foot panel, and list it under “Trail notes” for all trails except the village.
  • Alyssa shared that Linda, the designer, is requesting photos to include on the kiosk signs that highlight the recreational opportunities we are promoting
    1. Steve Hoffmann said Crex may have some
    2. Nicki could supply some paddling photos from the Adventure Triathlon
  1. Look at samples and costs of kiosk sign materials from Northland Signs (see email attachments for quote details).
    1. The committee decided to go with the 1/4”Dibond (solid core with aluminum overlay skin), and to add the optional 3M Conroltac vinyl.
  1. Discuss remaining details of kiosk
    1. Direct people to website that houses digital version of maps and where they can download maps of the trails onto a smartphone to navigate via GPS.
      1. There was discussion on there not being a pressing need to add this feature to the kiosk as many people don’t look at their phone once they’re on the trails. There was an idea to add a QR code to the kiosk sign later if  it was decided that should be done.
    2. Map/brochure holder
      1. There was discussion on having a brochure created and printed that had each of the kiosk maps on it so people could take it on the go, and so it could be made available at tourist stops such as Wild River Outfitters.
    3. Symbols on top of kiosk (biker, paddler, hiker, etc.)
      1. No discussion on this topic.
  1. Funds available & remaining project budget
    1. Review current funds
      1. Please see email attachment.
    2. Future plans and funds needed
      1. More kiosks
        1. It was agreed we get the first kiosk up by the golf course and Sinclair gas station. Kyle mentioned Governor Knowles may pay to have a kiosk constructed there.  Nicki Peterson mentioned Burnett Dairy is open to having a one-panel kiosk.
        2. Sponsorship program
          1. There was brief mention of soliciting sponsors to help fund additional kiosks in the future and having recognition on the kiosk in return, and to help fund the updating of the kiosk signs as needed.
        3. Trail signage
          1. It was discussed that the committee would like to put remaining funds (after the first kiosk is constructed) towards the creation of trail signage where needed.
          2. Kyle mentioned that Brandy is working on 6”x30”signs for the horse trails that only cost $10.74/piece
          3. Alyssa also mentioned Glenn Rolloff shared that Badgerland Signs is another good option for inexpensive signs.
  1. Other discussion
    1. Committee chair
      1. With Alyssa leaving, there was discussion on who would be responsible for various duties.
        1. Nicki will be the contact for Linda, graphic designer, about the design of the kiosk signs.
        2. Steve McNally could likely be the contact for construction of the signs-working with Wayne Lake
        3. It was agreed we need to find a chair for the committee to organize meetings and oversee the project
        4. There was discussion on having a GRO Trails Subcommittee member attend the larger GRO meetings in the meantime, just to ensure there is clear communication between the two. Chris Spaight said he could attend the next GRO meeting if it worked with his schedule.
      2. Other
  1. Next meeting date and agenda items—A next meeting date has not been set.
    1. Review Linda’s design
    2. Plan for constructing kiosk

 

Minutes submitted by Alyssa Rumpel