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AGENDA ITEM STAFF ORIGINATOR: Marty Asleson DATE: July 28, 1996 TOPIC: Baldwin Lake Court; Trail, Canoe Access Playground BACKGROUND The owner of the Baldwin Lake Trailer Court is approaching the city on a proposed expansion of the court on the south side north of Lauraine Avenue. As part of the discussions of this proposal I have discussed the possibilities of trail access out onto Lauraine Avenue for the residents in this park. Access to the trail system via Linda Avenue//Linda Court in fox trace could be accomplished. The residents have been isolated in this area on a very similar parallel with the Rice Lake Estates residents. As an additional item of discussion, the owner of the court, Mr. Paul Howard has indicated that he has permission to run a trail down to Baldwin Lake for a canoe access. In my discussions with Mr. Howard, the idea of making this a public trail access for canoes was somewhat of a positive notion. A small parking lot located at the end of Lorraine Avenue could be provided, and an access to the trail where residents could carry a canoe to the lake. This lake is virtually inaccessible to canoeing at this time and is a haven for activities such as bird-watching. There is a small open space in the older portion of this development where Mr. Howard is planning a small mini-park. Perhaps we should consider working with Mr. Howard in provision of services in Parks and Recreation in this respect. Jeanne Keanow our community services Officer has indicated that there is a need from the youth standpoint to do something in this area. I think we can help. I believe Mr. Howard is coming to the meeting to discuss his ideas.