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5 . Proposed Investment/Improvements a. Trails : Lino Lakes residents have a great interest in the quantity and quality of our trail system . This has been reaffirmed in surveys and most recently in the 2030 Comprehensive Plan preparation meetings and activities . Therefore, the Park Board has a strong interest in maintaining and extending our trail system . Priority for 2018 1 . Lake Drive Trail — Addition of a trail along the east side of Lake Drive between Marshan Lane and Stagecoach Trail . This would be coordinated with an upcoming water main extension project. We view this trail as a high priority due to safety factors and the significant number of potential users . Estimated Cost = $ 75 , 000 2 . Apollo Drive Trail — Addition of a trail along the north side of Apollo Drive from Lake Drive to Lilac Street . This trail will provide a much better and safer access to parks and commerce for a very large number of residents in this northwestern portion of our community . Estimated Cost = $ 115 , 000 . Still Under Consideration for 2018 1 . Lilac Street Trail — This would be an extension of the Apollo Trail (listed above) westward on Lilac . Estimated Cost = $210 , 000 . However, the Board is considering a plan to go as far as 4th Avenue for 2018 and continue to Lilac in 2019 . Best Held for 2019 1 . 12th Avenue — This is missing trail segment along the east side of 12"' Avenue south of White Oak Road . While under consideration, the high cost and limited users lowers the priority at this time . Estimated Cost = $ 150 , 000 Also Considered and Discussed 1 . Century Farms North Trail — A representative from Behm ' s Century Farms has come to two park Boark meetings requesting consideration of an internal trail within Century Farms North Park . While this is still under consideration , it is currently a lower priority . Estimated Cost = $65 , 000 b . Playground Equipment/Structures : Playground structures continue to a be a foundation of most of our neighborhood and community parks . It is critical to start a systematic rehabilitation and replacement plan for these facilities as they get considerable use, wear, and tear . Priority for 2018 1 . Sunrise Park — Replace existing playground equipment to meet increasing demand and use of this location for organized and community activities . Until sufficient funding can be secured for the Athletic Complex and/or Country Lakes Park we project expanded use, including community-wide activities for this park such as the Annual Lino Lakes Corn Roast. Estimated Cost = $95 , 000 2 . Birch Park — Relocate and replace the playground equipment to meet current safety and accessibility requirements for local residents and to serve broader use for organized community uses , including summer playground activities . Estimated Cost = $90 , 000 [Note : The intent is to use $ 60 , 000 from Saddle Club Park dedication fees and the balance of $30 , 000 from this funding allocation . ] Best Held for 2019