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COUNCIL MEETING MAY 13, 1996 Mr. Asleson explained that one conclusion from the 20/20 Vision project was the concern regarding the trails throughout the City. flow could the various segments of trails be connected, where should new trails be located and how should the trails be maintained. It was also clear that the residents wanted to be involved in making these decisions. The Trails Committee is the response to the 20/20 Vision concerns. It was suggested that Mayor Landers be an alternate member of the committee. Council Member Neal moved to adopt the motion passed by the Parks and Recreation Board. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of an Agreement of Understanding for Services - Mr. Asleson explained that Ms. Janet Bona was hired to continue the adaptive recreation consortium planning. She is also the recreation program supervisor for the North Metro Recreation Cooperative. Recently, Ms. Bona approached staff with an idea to cooperatively plan some programs that traditionally have problems acquiring adequate numbers of participants. It was felt that between the Lino Lakes Recreation Program and the North Metro Recreation Cooperative, enough participants could be found to cooperatively plan and advertise programs that require bus transportation. In order to implement this cooperative venture, an Agreement of Understanding for Service document was drafted. The document was reviewed by the City Attorney. He recommended that Item F be added which deals with insurance requirements and a "hold harmless" clause. Mr. Asleson recommended that the City Council approve a cooperative programming program and adopt the Agreement of Understanding for Services document. He suggested that this was an excellent opportunity to encourage a renewed relationship with the surrounding communities in the area of recreation. Mr. Asleson also noted that many communities enjoy the benefits of a joint cooperative program without such agreements. Council Member Neal asked Mr. Asleson to identify the members of the North Suburban Recreation Cooperative. Mr. Asleson explained the Cooperative includes the cities of Centerville, Circle Pines, Lexington and a portion of Blaine. He noted that Lino Lakes was originally to be a part of the Cooperative. This did not happen and Lino Lakes created its own recreation department. Mr. Asleson explained that he does work with the North Metro Recreation Cooperative on various activities. The proposed Agreement provides for the sharing of costs and other obligations in the area of staff and liability. Council Member Kuether moved to adopt the Agreement of Understanding for Service format. Council Member Lyden seconded the motion. Motion carried with Council Member Neal voting no. PAGE 17