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PARR BOARD MEETING FEBRUARY 3, 1992 Brauer & Associates has taken a real interest in this project, and is working on how to tie the request for funds in with his wetland management program. His idea is to develop the city's natural wetlands and use them to our recreational advantage. Mr. Asleson commented that he's very optimistic about the grant even though chances are very slim. The deadline to get the request in is February 7, 1992. Time is short, but it looks like they will make the deadline. Don Volk commented that the first part of the application is very stringent. If we get by the first part, it may be necessary for the City to spend some dollars to pursue it further. At some point it will be necessary to submit a very detailed plan that may require some outside assistance. He also stated chances of receiving a grant are very slim, there are about 700 applicants applying for the $29 million in state grant monies. This application is for grants for 1993 and beyond, and it will be awarded later this year. Marty Asleson and Don Volk will keep the board informed of the progress. Brauer & Associates, - Approval of Funds: - Marty Asleson referred the board to a letter from Jeff Schoenbauer that was in their packet$. The letter was reminding the City that Brauer and Associates is near completion of the comprehensive park plan as much as was originally agreed upon at the onset of the project, and Mr. Schoenbauer is asking the City to now decide whether they want to include additional tasks in the scope of the project. Those being: Task I - Administrative/Management Framework for an additional cost of $1, 900, and Task II - Financing Sources for Park Land Dedication and Development, an additional $700. 00. Ken Johnson asked whether this request would just be repeating what's been talked about already. Bill Nissen wanted to know if we agree to add Task I, could we go back and add Task II, and would the cost be the same? Marty Asleson explained there will be another Comprehensive Park Plan Committee Meeting on February 20, and these issues will be addressed at that time. Ken Johnson also asked if there is anything new in the area of financing that could be expanded upon, that hasn't already been touched upon. He feels that funding and financing options are always changing. Don Volk says he would recommend accepting Task I, the Administrative/Management Framework first and then if possible later on down the line consider accepting Task II. He feels that the administrative part would be a help to the park board and council as far as direction goes. The administrative part would maintain continuity to what is already being done. Bill Nissen questioned whether a group of consultants whose specialty is land 3