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12 Frequently-Asked Questions about the <br /> 1998 Elk River fiefeniudiuu <br /> Family Aquatic Center/ <br /> til rh Palo- and <br /> What is the referendum t o on 3 Why a referendum necessary <br /> the November 3rd ballot? to raise funds for parks and trails <br /> "Shall the City of Elk River, Minnesota, be improvements? <br /> authorized to issue its general obligation At the present time,the only City funds for <br /> bonds in an amount not to exceed park improvements come from park <br /> $3,950,000 to defray the expense of the dedication fees paid by developers into a <br /> acquisition, construction, equipping and special fund. In an average year,the City <br /> betterment of an outdoor aquatic center spends $40,000 from these limited funds <br /> and other park and recreational facilities toward park improvements. On occasion, <br /> for the City?" the City will allocate additional funds for <br /> park related special projects—such as the <br /> 2 Who will benefit should the purchase and development of the Youth <br /> referendum pass? Athletic Complex site <br /> Kids will benefit! Families will benefit! If the referendum passes, the City will <br /> Neighborhoods will benefit! be able to make more improvements <br /> during the next 2 years than it could <br /> • <br /> At the present time, Elk River has over 700 over the next 25 years with its current <br /> acres of park land. While much of this land level of funding. <br /> is designed to stay in its natural state, <br /> there is a strong need for improvements Why is a Family Aquatic Center <br /> such as children's playground equipment, included in the referendum? <br /> basic picnic shelters, basketball courts, Elk River residents have expressed strong <br /> upgraded trails, landscaping, etc. in many interest in community surveys conducted <br /> of the city parks. Once the referendum in 1997 and 1998 for an outdoor swimming <br /> passes, funds will be available to make pool which combines both traditional <br /> improvements in 8 neighborhood parks*, lap lanes, a one meter diving board, <br /> plus purchase land and develop a new waterslides, a wading area, a bathhouse, <br /> park in northeast Elk River. In addition, sand volleyball courts,a refreshment <br /> almost 8 miles of trails will be upgraded. stand and other amenities. The Family <br /> Finally,the new Family Aquatic Center will Aquatic Center is included tocause a <br /> provide a family-friendly environment referendum Is the only feasible way of <br /> where people of all ages can swim, play raising the funds to construct such a <br /> and enjoy life. facility in a reasonable period of time. <br /> * Woodland Trails,Orono Park,Country 5 If the referendum Daises on <br /> Crossing 3rd,Mississippi Oaks,Ridgewood <br /> East,Hillside 5th, IV and ' Wuxi=win Lac <br /> Meadowvale Heights. Family Aquatic Center be ready for <br /> blic use? <br /> June 1, 2000. <br /> 40 Don't forget! <br /> Special pool & parks referendum information <br /> 7:00 pm • City Nall • Oct. 26th <br /> t ` <br />