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CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING MONDAY, JULY 12, 1993 outstanding oak wilt control program recognized throughout the state. Betty Hulse of 258 Rohavic Lane noted that she has taken special care to save/keep her oak trees by leaving space open around them and has had them for the eight years that she has been a resident of Lino Lakes. Mrs. Hulse also took this opportunity to express her feelings regarding the proposed park and placement of easements near her property. She commented on the excellent educational system and quality of life in the Lino area and explained that is why her family chose to move here eight years ago. She stated that she is not opposing the park but would like the park board to be more sensitive to the neighborhoods feelings. Mrs. Hulse went on to relate a personal experience regarding her property and an incident which occurred in May of 1990. She explained that while her husband was in their backyard he was struck by a drunk driver who was being pursued by the police. As a result Mr. Hulse is permanently disabled and is in constant pain. She pointed out that the quiet setting of their yard relaxes her husband and helps soothe his pain. So naturally, she says that when she read the minutes of the February 6, 1993 Special Park Board meeting where it stated that "there is a possibility of obtaining an easement along the old St. Paul Water Works property from the new owners. " (a copy of those minutes will be attached to the back of these minutes) , and she and neighbors heard that the city is planning an uncontrolled public easement along the former St. Paul Water Department property which is now owned by them and other residents whose property abuts it, this immediately sent a "red flag" up. Marty Asleson assured Mrs. Hulse that there is no plan for an easement along the old waterworks property south of the park. The board thanked Mrs. Hulse, and the others who attended for their concern and interest. Linda Elliott stated that the council is also very aware that there are a lot of mis-conceptions regarding park development in the Baldwin Lake area. She noted that two weeks ago the council approved the final plat for the Baldwin Lakes Estates development with the approximate one acre park located east of Oakwood Road and south of White Pine Road. She asked that residents who have concerns be patient with this plan for at least one year - let the park go in and let the neighborhood live with it and then come back and let the city know how they are getting along with it. Linda suggested a site plan be drawn up and more information be sent to 4