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particular situation, Outlot B was not part of the City's plan for this neighborhood park. Rather, it was a result of the developer deeding Outlot B to the City after the original intent (selling it to the adjacent property owner) didn't materialize. Selling Outlot B will have no effect on the functionality of this park. Outlot B currently consists of non - maintained prairie grass with its western boundary 70+ feet from the paved trail. Attachment B shows the master plan of Highland Meadows Park. At the November 2, 2009 Park Board meeting, the Judd's proposed acquiring the entire Outlot B parcel for $4,000 with the City being responsible for all associated fees. After further discussion, the Park Board unanimously recommended that the City convey the easternmost ten feet of Outlot B to the Judd's for $2,000 with the Judd's being responsible for all related fees. If the sale moves forward, staff recommends the following conditions of approval: 1. The property that is sold be combined with the existing Judd parcel. This will require the Judd's submitting a lot combination form to Anoka County. 2. The City retains a drainage and utility easement covering the western 5 feet of the newly combined property. This is required by ordinance for a minor subdivision and is standard procedure. The Judd's will be present at the November 9th meeting to address the City Council. OPTIONS: 1. Determine amount of land to sell along with price, and approve First Reading of Ordinance No. 13 -09. 2. Decide not to sell any portion of Outlot B, Highland Meadows West 3rd Addition. 3. Return to staff for further review. RECOMMENDATION: Option 1 with conveying the entire parcel of Outlot B for $4,000 with the City being responsible for all associated fees. All proceeds should be used for enhancements to Highland Meadows Park as determined by the Park Board. • •