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PARK BOARD MEETING SEPTEMBER 8, 1992 Underpass on Birch Street - Marty Asleson explained to the board that the original cost estimate by the engineers was way under the cost that came in from all the bids. The original cost was estimated at $60, 000, the low bid came in at $89, 255. The amount to come from park dedication funds was originally set at $24, 000 however, with the higher cost this amount was adjusted up to $31, 989 . Linda Elliott reported that because of the shortened time frame, the City Council has already acted on this matter and approved the expenditure of the $31, 989 . Construction of the underpass started today and should be completed in approximately three weeks. Candy Toffoli commented that she sees the trails in the Birchwood Acres development are being used a lot with all the activity surrounding the new Rice Lake School. Ken Johnson asked if all of the additional $7989. was going to be coming solely from dedicated park funds. Linda Elliott says she will get a break-down of the cost share. Ken Johnson commented that he thinks the County should be more involved in sharing the costs here, after all this is a County road. He feels that although safety and transportation issues should be a concern of the County and the City, the prime responsibility should be borne by the school. Ray Johnson stated that he wants to go on record that he disagrees with dedicated park funds in excess of $24, 000 being spent for the underpass construction. " $24, 000 is all the park board agreed to. " MOTION: Ray Johnson made a motion that any amount exceeding $24, 000 spent on construction of the Birch Street underpass should be replaced to the dedicated park fund. The motion was seconded by Jacquelyn Farm. All were in favor. Motion carried. Marty Asleson suggested that those who feel the County should bear more financial responsibility for this underpass should contact their County Commissioner and express their feelings. Summerfest - Marty Asleson gave a follow up report on the Summerfest. He reported it was a success. All comments were positive and he has heard from a lot of residents who want to be involved in the festival next year. Linda Elliott explained that the council will be considering how extensively they will be involved in next years celebration. Funding of the event is the biggest consideration. Other Old Business - Ray Johnson commented that he has a number of concerns and questions regarding items he read about in Council and Planning and Zoning board minutes and also some questions regarding things he has noticed in the city that could be addressed under Old Business. They are: 3