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Park Board Meeting - May 3, 2004 Minutes • Mr. Black stated the lots are approximately 25,000 -sq. ft. with wetlands. The lots are approximately 15,000 -sq. ft. when the wetlands are removed. • Rick referred to the current Parks and Trails Map pointing out existing trails in the area of the proposed development. Chair Lindy suggested connecting via trails the development to existing trails. Mr. Black stated there is a problem with getting trails along backyards without affecting the wetlands. Also, the trails would not go anywhere. He offered the possibility of constructing a sidewalk to provide an off -road access to the trails. It was the consensus of the Park Board that there would not be a significant value to only provide a trail loop within the development. Paul stated it would be better to have trails along the roadway to connect to the existing trails. Katie stated access to another park area, existing trails and a sidewalk would be more valuable. Paul suggested a trail be constructed parallel with Fox Road along with a cash dedication to satisfy the park dedication fee. Rick stated he does not see long term how a sidewalk would provide access. The options include retaining Parcel B along with a loop trail that would provide future access to other trails or require a 100% cash dedication. Mr. Black stated this is an opportunity for the City to provide future access. That future access should be planned for now. The Environmental Board was adamant about open space on an upland area. Aaron stated he is concerned that the City will miss an opportunity for a future trail connection to the north and east. Paul stated he believes a cash dedication would be more beneficial than marginally useable land. The majority of the Park Board suggested the developer develop Parcel B and recommend 100% cash dedication for the park dedication fee. 3