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i 01/ •f Elk River 13065 Orono Parkway Elk River,MN 55330 May 16, 2001 CERTIFIED MAIL Mr. Tom Gilgenbach 19205 Zane Avenue NW Elk River, MN 55330 Dear Mr. Gilgenbach: It has been brought to my attention that you are proposing to host your annual Lions 20 mile race on Sunday,May 19`h. A portion of your race appears to once again be utilizing Woodland Trails Park. As you are aware, the City requires the Park and Recreation Commission to review all uses of Woodland Trails Park. In January 2001, the City • established a park reservation fee for Woodland Trails Park of$50. A deposit for use of the park,based on the number of participants in any particular event utilizing Woodland Trails Park was also established. The Commission is greatly disappointed that you did not approach the City for use of Woodland Trails Park. The park is a resource to residents and visitors, however, it is a resource that is fragile and requires the City's diligence in its protection in order for it to be a resource far into the future. It is our hope that in future years you will approach the Park and Recreation Commission prior to your annual event and that this year,you will abide by the City's fee schedule and deposit for the use of Woodland Trails Park. As we discussed last year,we do not want paint used on the trails and hope that you will use chalk to mark the race route through the park. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. If you have any questions,please feel free to contact me at 441-4902 or Michele Bergh of Community Recreation at 274-1840. You are of course welcome to attend any Park and Recreation Commission meeting to further discuss your 2001 and future events. Sily, • Michele McPherson Director of Planning Phone:763.441.7420 Fax:763.441.7425 www.ci.elk-river.mn.us