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requirements and downtown design guidelines are met, an environmental study, and additional detail on the location of sidewalks and trails would be located. The trails plan requires trails and sidewalks to be constructed with new developments. The future trails would need to connect to the Hardwood Creek Regional Trail and the existing trails in the adjacent neighborhoods. The Parks Commission discussed that while Lions Park will serve the area well, that an additional park would be needed near the apartment. Mark Welch with G Cubed Engineering stated that there are floodable areas that could be used for a park and that they would try to create what the Parks Commission is envisioning for a park in the area. He also stated that they will likely be applying for a Planned Unit Development and completing an Environmental Assessment Worksheet. Schmid warned of the high water table. Welch discussed future studies with the design progresses. Strub stated that there is going to be a demand for open space (at a minimum) due to the density. Arcand agreed that trail connectivity in the neighborhood is also very important and that a park is a necessity. The Commission discussed that the location of the east -west trail along the creek is great, as well as the location of the park. However, they were concerned with the wetlands as only buildable acres are allowed. Strub discussed the greenway corridor and requested that some open space remain along Onkea Parkway - utilizing ponding or open space such as what exists to the north and south. Rauschendorfer stated that Clearwater Cove should be tied in as well as the off road trails and natural areas in Victor Gardens. Generally, the Commission stated their willingness to accept land for park dedication. Strub added that more than a tot lot is needed and that these areas could be used as a buffer between the commercial and residential areas and provide viewscapes. Clarke asked about leveraging the MCES easement for open space and park areas. Rachel Juba, Community Development Director, informed that the proposed sketch plan currently doesn't meet the Comprehensive plan or zoning requirements and that changes are likely. Therefore, there is time to find a good location for a park. No formal motion was made. 3. 2020 Capital Improvement Planning Shayla Denaway, Parks Planer presented a draft of the 2020 — 2024 Capital Improvement Plan that was put together with staff and Finance director, Ron Otkin. The Commission discussed the CIP which plans future projects and prioritizes expenditures from the Special Park Fund. Discussion included: the future park in Adelaide Landing, Sunset Lake Park planning, constructing Lions Park & Irish Avenue Park, Clearwater Creek Preserve/ Rice Creek Watershed ditch cleaning, trail improvements, Goodview Avenue Trail Study, finding/applying for grants, neighborhood park improvements and maintenance, bond spending timeline requirements. Strub requested allocation increase for Irish Avenue Park to $250,000. All Commission members agreed. Page 2 of 3 Parks Commission Minutes January 15, 2020