6.3. SR 03-17-1997 - Laserfiche WebLink

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7.0. Consider Concept Plar~ for Jacobs Parcel - Nodhwest Corner of Proctor Avenue and 19~rd Avenue Steve Ach explained Mr. John Peterson of Good Value Homes was present to discuss with the Commissioners a concep~ plan for a residential plat of 75 single family lots. The proposed plat is located in the northwest corner of Proctor and 193rd Avenue. 1 Discussion followed regarding whether or not a park was needed in this area and the location of trails. Members of the Commission expressed concern for safety of pedestrians moving through this development and Lafayette Woods to the schools east of Proctor. Page 3 Chair Anderson indicated the Master Park Plan does not identify a potential park in this area. However, given the combined size of the Lafayette Woods plat and this proposed plat, the Commission may wish to consider a need for green space. Discussion followed regarding the public's limited use of school playgrounds and facilities to meet park needs. Commissioner Huberty felt there is a need for a neighborhood park in this area with a playground for young children. Mr. Peterson of Good Value Homes, suggested the 2 acre parcel in the southeast corner of the proposed plat could be used for a neighborhood park. He questioned why this development would be required to provide a neighborhood park and the Lafayette Woods development, which is much larger, was not. Discussion followed regarding the topography of Outlof A in Lafayette Woods which was deeded to the city as a charitable contribution from the developers of Lafayette Woods. It was the consensus of the Park & Recreation Commission to recommend the developer give consideration to a 1 acre neighborhood park play area (tot lot), and supported conveding 193rd into a trail corridor from Proctor west to the city trail. 4. .,Open Mike John Hallon, 13211 179 1/2 Avenue NW, questioned what was planned for the 3+ acre park in Country Crossing 3rd Addition. He expressed his concern that the park be developed appropriately to serve the neighborhood. Chair Anderson indicated il may be 1-1/2 to 2 years before the park is developed. Mr. Hallon requested the park area be flooded for ice skating in the winter. Chair Dana Anderson indicated the Commission has considered clearing an area on Lake Orono for skating in the winter, and the possibility of flooding some blacktopped area to serve residents in this portion of the city. Mr. Hallon requested that a sign be placed on the warming house af Handke stating hockey sticks are not allowed inside the building. Commissioner Olson suggested that a barrel be placed outside for the st[cks. Mr. Hallon indicated