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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL APRIL 28, 2004 Lucas stated that she did not want a bridge and was concerned about opening up that access. Lucas felt there should be a play area installed in the Hidden Acres development for use by the neighborhood. Lucas stated that the neighborhood is not looking for a park, but rather a small play area. Fahey suggested that the issue of a neighborhood park and/or bridge for access to the Water Works trails and Rondeau Park be brought to the Parks & Recreation Commission. Fahey noted, however, that he did not see a park being developed in this area. Fahey stated that another alternative would be to keep the children from playing in the street. Lucas did not think it was practical to keep the children from playing in the street when there were no other options. Lucas also pointed out that they are asking for a play area, not a park. Anderson stated that he was sympathetic to the need for park space and access to parks, and suggested that access to the Water Works trails and Rondeau Park via a bridge was a good option. Anderson stated that it troubled him that the City has a this park and trail system, but the neighbors do not want access to the rest of the community, rather wanting a private park for their area. Jeff Lucas, Yorkton Ridge, stated that the neighborhood is not asking for a park, just a play area. Anderson responded that be it an open grass public area, tot lot, or community-sized park, the City refers to these areas as parks. Tony Mans, Yorkton Ridge, submitted a petition to the Council in support of a bridge to access the Water Works trails and Rondeau Park and/or a neighborhood play area. Mans indicated that he will submit a copy of this petition to the 1?arks & Recreation Commission at their meeting next week. Jack Bougie, Condit Street, reported on the history of the development of the area and the fact that as the area has developed there are less and less recreational opportunities for children living on the west side of the freeway. David Miller, Condit Street, questioned the City's getting involved in the development business. Miller indicated that he is willing to sell right-of- way for Condit Street in order to provide for a better development for the neighborhood. He indicated, however, that there must be fair compensation for that right-of--way. Miller indicated that Gordie Howe has raised the issue of eminent domain, and expressed concern about the