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Parks Planner Chris Leeseberg led the planning discussion. The process began with participants identifying their three top park amenity priorities which were then compiled on group list. Next participants reviewed the group list and determined their top five priorities. All priorities were then compiled on the group list. From that the top overall priorities were determined. Following is a list of the top group amenities: • Natural wilderness emphasis (including native species reconstruction and the removal of invasive species) • Combination of paved and unpaved trails • Educational signage such as native species and wildlife identification • Adequate parking • Buffer between park and adjacent neighborhood (including the parking lot and park in general) • Benches The following is provided in response to the discussion at the meeting about the appraisal both in terms of the type of appraisal and whether it is public data. The grant program manual states "Minnesota Statute 13.44 categorizes estimated or appraised value of real property prior to the purchase and sale as confidential data on individuals or protected nonpublic data. See also Minnesota Government Data Privacy Act for more information. This information, along with corresponding budget information, will be redacted from the applications before making them public." The manual states that the appraisals "must be performed by a qualified licensed appraiser and meet the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice." In other words, the appraisal is far more comprehensive than an appraisal done for typical private purchase transactions. FINANCIAL IMPACT Depending upon the grant, a match of up to 50 percent is required from the City. The exact amount of the grant application will not be known until the appraisal is received on March 28 and the exact amount of the City's match will depend upon the appraised value and the type of grant. The Minnesota Land Trust will be assisting in funding this purchase. No immediate development costs are required as development of the park may not occur until some date in the future when funding is available. Minimal maintenance costs will be incurred until the park development occurs. ATTACHMENTS ^ Location Map ^ Resolution of Support ACtIOn Motion by Second by Vote Follow Up