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• Park Board Meeting - March 31, 2004 Minutes great opportunity to develop an interconnected latticework of natural landscapes, greenways, and parks and trails. He noted the City would in all probability not be able to accomplish all its goals without working with developers. Mr. Shoenbauer referred to a map pointing out the Natural Resource Protected Areas and Natural Resource Conservation Areas. He noted the Natural Resource Protected Areas generally have some level of protection under current regulatory policies and ordinances. However, the City should not automatically assume those areas are protected. Work will have to be done by the City to ensure those areas are protected. Mr. Shoenbauer advised the Park System Plan is being updated, with the City being reasonably situated for servicing future needs. All exiting parks are also identified on the preliminary Park System Plan. Consideration of Initial Findings, Related to the Trail System Plan - Mr. Shoenbauer advised the emphasis would be placed on the recreational "value" and continuity in terms of the Trail System Plan. Types of trails include high recreational value along with destination type trails. Consideration of Natural Resources Stewardship Planning Issues - Mr. Shoenbauer advised stewardship refers to the thoughtful care of the City's natural resources to preserve and protect their intrinsic values. Consideration of Implementation Challenges and Possible Approaches - Mr. Shoenbauer public cost is a challenge in regarding to implementing the City's vision. The City has already been challenged in developing the park and trail system to its optimum level. Leveraging to achieve its goals, such as working with developers is one way to implement these goals as well as managing development patterns. Mr. Kukonen inquired about the best way to manage easements. Mr. Shoenbauer advised in the City of Minnetonka, there has been a legal agreement between the City and developer outlining the Homeowners Association's responsibility for the easements. Community Development Director Grochala stated that if the City has well defined goals, and could develop a partnership, developers will be much more willing to work with the City to achieve its vision within developments. Pat Huelman, Park Board, stated he believes the City needs a very defined process within the implementation plan for developers to follow. 2