05/02/1994 Park Board Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

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�.� studied further. Mr. Johnson commented that land value rises when less is available. Mr. Asleson said land needed for recreation competes with land for development. Amy Donlin said she was glad to see the city took the Wetlands Conservation Act seriously. Sharon Lane said she understood that MUSA boundaries were extended so "no net loss" applied. Mr. Schneider replied that by not including undevelopable land when the latest MUSA boundaries were drawn the city was able to expand its boundaries somewhat. Mr. Asleson said preserving wetlands was the focus in the Comprehensive Plan. He stated that laws that are inflexible don't always work to the best advantage of nature conservation. NEW BUSINESS: CEPTD: Community Service Officer Jeannie Kenow was ill and will report at the next Parks Board meeting. RANDY REHBEIN SUB-DIVISION PARK DEDICATION AND TRAIL PROPOSAL Homer Thompkins addressed the board representing Randy Rehbein. Mr. Rehbein is proposing trail dedication for his subdivision called Pheasant Hills East. The intent is to bring the trail up to the St. Paul Waterworks easement, which will hook up to Centerville's trail system. Mr. Thompkins asked whether the trail could meander to avoid losing a row of pine trees in the subdivision. Mr. Asleson replied it could be done with the County's permission. Mr. Asleson said the trail will dead end because of a private residence. To extend the trail, the city must negotiate with the landowner. He noted there are several dead ends on the city's trail system. The city must purchase the land or go to the County for easements along the County roads. Sharon Lane moved to accept the trail dedication as proposed. Pat Taschuk seconded. Motion passed unanimously. Mr. Thompkins asked to comment regarding MUSA boundaries. He said that while it is a means for the Metropolitan Council to control growth, MUSA constraints in Lino Lakes drive up the cost of land values, which affects the affordability of housing. He also told the board that the developer's goal is to create a nice recreation experience in Pheasant Hills Preserve. He suggested adding the park dedication fees to development costs, then have the developers work with the city to develop parks at their expense.