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CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING NOVEMBER 2, 1992 department in which he was told there would be no more building permits issued for this development until certain concerns are addressed to the satisfaction of the City Engineer. He says he would like to bring this matter before the Planning and Zoning Board, but wants to get direction from the Park Board prior to that meeting. A lengthy discussion followed after which George Lindy called for a consensus from the board. The following members of the Park Board concurred with Exhibit #4 Candy Toffoli, Brian Bourassa, John Bauman and Ray Johnson. The Park Board members indicated a desire to see the original trail easement location remain on the plat in case it is allowed by the Corps of Engineers at some point in the future. Jacquelyn Farm stated that she was concerned that a precedent of accepting 4' wide sidewalks in lieu of 8' paved trails would be set and therefore she could not agree with the others. Marty Asleson reviewed a letter he received from Brauer & Associates recommending the trails be left in the present location or relocated to the wetlands with possible boardwalk construction. However, the Board did not comment on this letter. Councilperson Linda Elliott stated that the council did want this issue brought before the Planning and Zoning Board. Mr. Menkveld and Mr. Kolstad have requested to be on the November 12th P & Z agenda. George Lindy asked Linda Elliott to direct the thoughts of the Board to the Council. Also appearing under "Open Mike" was Mary Johnson of 163 White Pine Road, a neighborhood spokesperson representing a group of residents from the Baldwin Lake area. These residents were in attendance to show their support of the board for acquisition of property in their area for a mini park as proposed in the comprehensive plan. Mrs. Johnson presented a petition with 67 signatures of residents who are in favor of the city purchasing property in the Baldwin Lake area to accommodate a 6 acre mini park. It was discussed and explained by Marty Asleson that there would be no need to cut down a lot of large trees as this will be a passive type of park. Just a small park to accommodate the needs of a small neighborhood. Several others approached the board with their comments and support, they were: Kelly Sharkey of 174 White Pine Road who expressed that this may be the last entry point into the regional park, Diane Jensen of 6108 Oakwood Lane, Bonnie Lind of 120 Woodridge Lane, Roxanne Lapadat of 130 Woodridge Court, and John Ukura, 102 Woodridge Lane. All of them commented that they like the idea of a low impact park with a natural setting and are willing to work with the board in whatever capacity to see that they get a ,.� neighborhood park. 2