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n CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING MONDAY, JUNE 6, 1994 Marty then showed the board members the plan and discussed where the wetlands were and where the high ground is. George stated that our greatest needs are ballfields and we should look at the possibility of mitigation. Ken asked how much wetlands move. There was further discussion on wetlands. Three options we have are avoidance, minimization and mitigation. Replacement factor is 2/1. Amy, Brian and Joe asked if anyone had a copy of the plan. Marty stated no. Other comments made were that we should first look at the wetlands, secondly we should fit the element into the plan, and the last item would be financing. It was stated that the money has been approved by the City Council. Joe then asked about having an appraisal done. George asked if we should spend the $2000 before we decide if a referendum is going to be done. Marty said we should do it concurrently. However, we need to hold back a little before doing anything. Resident, Al Demotts was present and stated his views about parks and developers. He also responded to questions that the Park Board members had. There was continued discussion on mini parks. Amy stated she thought the residents would be happy if we thoroughly looked into the possibility of mini parks. George stated that it would take a minimum of two lots for a mini park which would equal approximately $71000 . Brian asked if the developer could leave a couple of lots vacant until close to completion of the project. Mr. Lindy stated we would really have to look at the cost of doing this. It was then asked how long it would take for the developer to complete this project. Marty said we would have to take this to the Project Management Committee and ask developers how they feel about this. George said this is only a bandaid fix until the recreation complex is completed. Joe thinks it is necessary to have something there. George stated the comprehensive park plan was done to avoid this. Marty said we should stick to the plan because we have put alot of money into the plan and we should avoid mini parks. Amy said it was a positive things for the developer to have a mini park and it would be to his financial benefit. George stated the developer has to make that decision. Pam said it would have to be done right away and not 3-5 years later. There was further discussion on the recreation complex and concerns were voiced. It was stated that we need to know where the recreation complex is going. It would be easier to decide what to do if it was known. FOCUS COMMITTEE UPDATE: Brian Bourassa gave an update on the Focus Committee. He stated a purpose statement has been completed and a Teen Subcommittee has been formed. Brian said Lino Lakes Police Officer Brandon Young