07-12-00 Council Workshop Minutes

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MINUTES CITY COUNCIL JULY 12, 2000 Centerville Road Trail (Little Canada Road to Edgerton Street) - The Park Consultant pointed out that the County will be improving Centerville Road, and the trail improvement should be included as part of that project. It was pointed out that this trail will connect Spooner and Pioneer Parks. The City Administrator estimated that the Centerville Road improvement is on the County's schedule for at least 2003. Pedestrian Bridge Over 35E - The Park Consultant pointed out that a pedestrian bridge over 35E would connect the trail systems on the east and west sides of the freeway. However, this project would be costly. The Consultant suggested that there are grants that could be pursued for this type of project that typically will cover 80% of the costs. Some of the factors to include in a grant application would be connecting the trail systems on both sides of the freeway, connecting the City's trail system to the trail systems in adjacent cities, as well as providing access to schools as well as bus routes. It was noted that the proposed trail plan shows a pedestrian bridge connecting Demont Avenue on both sides of the freeway. However, there are other possible connections such as connecting the Water Works trail system just north of Little Canada Road. Palmen Boardwalk - The Park Consultant noted that a boardwalk through the Palmen property would be an expensive project, however, one that is pursued at the time the Palmen property develops. General Discussion - Anderson noted that the Commission focused on the connection of existing trails in the City. However, there are other areas where new trail improvements would be desirable. Morelan suggested that as part of the City's long-range planning, easements for these trail connections should be pursued. It was also suggested that as properties turn over, it may be possible to obtain trail easements in more controversial areas, such as the power line trail connecting the Payne Avenue area to Pioneer Park. Fahey suggested that staff investigate the grant programs that might be available to fund a pedestrian bridge over 35E. If the City were able to obtain 80% funding for this project, it would become feasible.