08/02/1993 Park Board Packet - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Search

CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING MONDAY, JULY 121 1993 One matter of concern to the residents is that of those living along Jeanne Drive and their access to the park. As indicated in our comprehensive plan, the trail extension east along the Bradley Street right-of-way seems to be an important link to establish in the future. Marty Asleson suggested that for now maybe simply clearing a path would suffice so that residents could walk to and from the park. Brian Bourassa reminded the board of it's decision several months ago that all trails should have bituminous overlay when they go in. There was also some discussion regarding drainage. Brian Bourassa explained two separate grade plans that he prepared for the park. Both would improve the situation. He will come back with an update at a later time to inform the board as to what plan he chose. Marty Asleson commented that the project seems to be following the correct process. Staff will follow through and set a time for the neighbors to help with the project sometime after the summer is over, as per the neighbors request. g. Acquisition of property for Athletic Complex The comprehensive plan has identified a need for a 50 acre parcel to develop an athletic complex off of Holly Drive and 12th Avenue. The Park Board has made it a priority item to locate a site and pursue the purchase with a down payment at today's prices, assuming the cost of property in that area will escalate. The owners of the property that has been sited for purchase are the Whitcomb family. Marty has been in contact with them. Although the Whitcombs showed interest in our needs, they also have an agent investigating the prospects of a development at this location. Also to be noted is that since Marty's initial discussion with the Whitcombs, several developers are looking at the same piece of property. This area is in the MUSA and in the last two years since selecting the site, sewer and water is moved up to the property. We may have to look elsewhere. Marty Asleson has spoken with the City Finance Director about setting up a budget for this project. It was also suggested that an attorney be contacted to work with the finance director to analyze different financing scenarios such as a bond, or lease purchase, etc. There was some concern expressed that the City Attorney may not look at this as a project requiring immediate attention. Perhaps another attorney with a lesser work load would be of more assistance at this time. There was discussion regarding the possibility of seeking another --. site should the Whitcomb property be unattainable, and also 6