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,-� Ken Johnson asked if there were ways to mark trail ends. Mr. Asleson said Quail <br /> Ridge was a problem because the trail ended in a park. A sign was posted, but it may <br /> have to be fenced. Other trail ends that are hazards are posted and fenced. <br /> Mr. Asleson said wetlands also are an issue when placing trails. To complete the trail <br /> system, the Park Board will have to buy land. Mr. Asleson applied for grant money, <br /> but because Lino Lakes will have trouble hooking into the Regional Trail System it's <br /> difficult to get funding. <br /> Mr. Asleson added there is no funding for trails in Rice Creek Regional Park. He said <br /> Ron Cox, County Park Planner, and several Lino Lakes residents are interested in the <br /> issue. An organized group may help make funding easier. <br /> OLD BUSINESS: <br /> A. Update on Goals/Priorities: <br /> 1. Approval of Expenditures: Mr. Asleson informed the board that the March <br /> Parks expenditures had been approved by the City Council. He added that goals were <br /> being revisited once each year since the parks system was dynamic and changing. <br /> During discussion Ms. Donlin suggested that $15,000 for paved trails seemed high, <br /> and asked if other surface treatments could be considered. Mr. Asleson said the city's <br /> standard was bituminous because of the many wet areas, and for maintenance and <br /> safety issues. He said bituminous was preferable to get people to the parks, but once <br /> in the parks other surfaces could be considered. Ms. Donlin also questioned if all dead <br /> trees were removed from parks, and suggested that large dead oaks could be a <br /> resource to attract wildlife, which enhances the park experience. Mr. Asleson replied <br /> that the parks department has a procedure to determine if dead trees are hazardous, <br /> and they leave what they can. The city tries to balance passive and active parks, and <br /> currently there is a shortage of active parks. He added that the regional park is an <br /> asset for those seeking passive areas. <br /> 2. Recreation Complex/Referendum Update: Mr. Asleson informed the board <br /> that John Bergeson had been meeting with the Capital Facilities Committee. He had <br /> agreed to appear before the park board when there was anything to report. Discussion <br /> followed regarding the need to act quickly in regard to purchase of land. Mr. Asleson <br /> said the city could not go further until it is known how the owner wishes to be paid <br /> for the land. The Capital Facilities Committee will be discussing a referendum, and it <br /> was necessary to wait to see where the complex fitted into the other capital funding <br /> issues. <br /> Mr. Schmidt said while he wanted to cooperate with other areas of the city, it was <br /> important this issue moved forward. Mr. Lindy noted that the City Council minutes <br /> indicated the process was underway and he wanted to move ahead with contractual <br /> options. Mr. Asleson said he understood it would take a couple months. Mr. Schmidt <br /> noted available land in the city was quickly disappearing. Mr. Asleson said it took time <br />