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�. 48 COUNCIL MEETING FEBRUARY 22, 1993 park is established, the pond will be shifted, brush would be cut and fill will be brought in for a path. She also noted that brush would have to be cut to provide space for a swing set and sandbox. Ms. Gehrig said that she was sure that Mr. Asleson had received numerous telephone calls requesting that the area be left natural. Mayor Reinert noted that the area needs a park for small children. Ms. Gehrig explained that removing trees and bringing in fill dirt was not a temporary measure. Mayor Reinert explained a happy medium will have to be reached. He noted that for the long term, this will not suffice. This park will be abandoned and moved to a larger location in the future when land is available. Ms. Gehrig said to make everyone happy, another area should be found for a park. Mayor Reinert explained that this option is not available at this time. Ms. Gehrig noted that Mr. Asleson was looking at other parcels. Mayor Reinert explained that none of the parcels were immediately available. Ms. Gehrigh explained that they could be available tommorrow or next week. Gary Kaufman, 141 Woodridge Lane explained that his lot backs up to the lot designated as park. He explained that he would concur with the use as a park but would be opposed to it being a building site. Mr. Kaufman said he paid a premium to purchase a lot with trees and urged that the park be developed leaving as much of the area natural as possible. He also felt that it would be more logical to place the park closer to the street. This would keep the back of his property as natural as possible. Tom Connoy, 6312 Baldwin Lake Drive said if people are looking for natural areas, they have the entire regional park for their use. He asked that the City Council direct all construction traffic to stay off of Baldwin Lake Drive since the street is oil based and cannot handle heavy traffic. Mr. Connoy also noted that there is some interest in extending sewer and water utilities to the west. He will be bringing in a petition for the City Council to consider in the near future. Mayor Reinert explained that there is concern for the natural environment that Lino Lakes has to offer. He felt that environmental issues have been a very important issue. Amenities that are valuable to residents such as wetlands are being protected. However, the City Council must try to meet the needs of the entire neighborhood to the best of their ability. Council Member Kuether moved to approve the preliminary plat of PAGE 10 1