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COUNCIL MEETING SEPTEMBER 10, 1990 After further discussion Council Member Reinert amended his motion to award the bid to Brad's Tree Service at the quoted prices through 1990. Council Member Neal accepted the amendment. On a roll call vote, motion carried unanimously. Mr. Hawkins noted that if the City is going to assess a property owner for tree removal, all costs including administration and contract costs should be assessed. Rice Lake Estates Park Update - Mr. Volk explained that the Rice Lake Estates subdivision was started in 1986. The Park Board has been struggling with the park development for this area. After reviewing many options, the Park Board would like to consider leasing land, directly adjacent to Rice Lake Estates from the City of Circle Pines for park development. The area is approximately four (4) acres. The City of Circle Pines have been approached about this matter and are receptive to the idea. This park would be used by both communities. The land would be considered the donation by Circle Pines and park improvements would be considered the donation by Lino Lakes. This park would be tied to the large park in Circle Pines near Baldwin Lake by a trail system. Mr. Volk said that the planned improvement has been reviewed by residents living in Rice Lake Estates and they are receptive. He also noted that the developer has given the City two (2) lots in the Rice Lake Estates subdivision as well as $40,000.00 for development of a park. Council Member Reinert moved to approve the recommendation of Mr. Volk and pursue leasing the land from the City of Circle Pines.- Council Member Neal seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Consideration of North Metro Recreation Joint Powers Agreement - Mr. Volk explained that the Joint Powers Recreation Commission has been finalized. This matter has been reviewed by the Council previously and several items were included in the Joint Powers Agreement as suggested by Lino Lakes. Mayor Bisel noted that this Commission has the power to contract for and make purchases of materials, supplies, equipment, services, etc. He asked Mr. Volk is there is any "check point" in the Agreement. Mr. Volk said that all the City Council's have control over this Commission through the budget process in the same manner as the three City Council's have control over the Centennial Fire Commission through their budget. Anytime the North Metro Recreation Commission wishes to exceed their budget, they must get approval of all member cities. Mr. Volk also noted that Mr. Hawkins has reviewed the Joint Powers Agreement. Mr. Volk was asked if this type of agreement is a common practice. Mr. Volk said yes. Council Member Reinert asked if this Commission could be set up in the same manner as the PAGE 8