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MINUTES PARKS & RECREATION JULY 3,1997 requested the same from other recent developments. The Director suggested requesting a five or six -foot blacktop path with split -rail fence sections at either end to designate the entrance, which connects to the perimeter path around Pioneer Park, abutting the development. Christensen asked whether the residents of the cul -de -sacs on each end would walk over to the path to access the park, instead of cutting across. The Director replied that the residents on the east and west cul -de -sacs could access the park via the adjacent streets. This would mean that residents of the development would have to walk the distance of only one cul -de- sac to the east or west to access the park. Christensen said he thought the path would only serve the one cul -de -sac, and everyone else would cross over the common areas. Johnson asked if the City would own the path and if it would be for everyone's use. The Director replied that there would be an easement and the path would be public. The Director said that if they do not provide a path, they risk creating a trespassing situation. The Director pointed out that the developer anticipates the complex to be more adult oriented, and that adult residents would be less likely than children to walk through their neighbors' yards to access the park. Johnson noted that there might also be residents who need a path to access the park, due to disability. Christensen asked if putting a path in at either end was considered. The Director replied that the only other proposal was to put a path in from the second and fourth cul-de -sacs. Johnson asked if there would be a walkway along Centerville. The Director replied that there could be one eventually, when the street is reconstructed, but not in the next year or two. Johnson said that she felt that one path would be enough. Johnson asked if the fence was needed. The Director said he would discuss with the developer whether they wanted it, because it would be for their protection. Christensen moved that the Park Commission accept the proposed pathway connecting the center cul -de -sac of Pitrina Park Terrace to the existing trail on the north end of Pioneer Park as defined by the Director of Parks and Recreation. Bianchi seconded the motion. Motion carried 5 — 0. COMMISSION Johnson said that this issue was discussed at the workshop with the Council which eventually ATTENDANCE led to the ordinance. The Director said that it would become effective upon publication the ORDINANCE following Tuesday. Christensen said that in filling vacancies for the Commission, he suggested'the Chair and the Director review the resumes and make recommendations to the Council. Bianchi said she thought it was also a good idea to let the prospective Commission member know what is expected of them. Bianchi said that she did not know what she was committing to when she started, and it would have been helpful to know before she applied. Johnson asked if there are usually a lot of applicants, and the Director replied that it varies. Johnson said at the very least there should be a summary of the Commission responsibilities to give to prospective members. Abies said she hoped that prospective members would do some research on their own before applying. Page 57