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<br /> Part< & Recreation Commission Minutes <br /> June 9, 1999 <br /> Page 2 <br />. 6. BMX Site Recommendation ~) <br /> Staff report by Steve Wensman. Margo Foster was present to represent the BMX <br /> group. Steve asked Ms. Foster if the group was comfortable with the Elk River <br /> Youth Athletic Complex (ERYAC) site. Ms. Foster indicated that they were. <br /> Commissioner Kuester asked how long the lease would be. Steve Wensman <br /> indicated that they are asking for a 5 year lease. <br /> Phil Hals indicated that the cost to provide water to the site is approximately $500 <br /> - $1,000,. but if they required potable water, a well would need to be drilled at a <br /> cost of approximately $3,500. Ms. Foster indicated they did not need to provide <br /> drinking water at this time. Phil explained that a sand point could be put in for <br /> the water or he could pipe the water from the ERY AC site. Commissioner Dana <br /> Anderson felt that it would be best to have the shallow well put in (sand point). <br /> Phil indicated that Connexus Energy has estimated the cost to provide electric at <br /> $500 - $1,000. <br /> COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND APPROVAL OF <br /> LOCATING THE PROPOSED BMX TRACK AT THE ELK RIVER YOUTH ATHLETIC COMPLEX <br /> SITE WITH THE FOLLOWING STIPULATIONS: <br /> THAT THE INITIAL LEASE NOT EXCEED 5 YEARS <br /> THAT THE CITY CONTRIBUTE UP TO $2,000 FOR COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH <br /> PROVIDING WATER AND ELECTRIC. <br />. COMMISSIONER KUESTER SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. <br /> 7. Trails in School View Addition near Ice Arena <br /> Phil Hals indicated that he has had discussions with the school district regarding <br /> the trail between the School View Addition and the ice arena. He explained that <br /> approximately 4 years ago, the trail was graded and surfaced with gravel. A <br /> problem arose with students parking in the School View cul-de-sacs. 3 hour <br /> parking signs were posted and the parking problem has improved. Phil explained <br /> that it has been proposed to pave this trail, as well as the east-west trail along the <br /> City's easement, to Jackson. Currently, the east-west trail is simply a path through <br /> some overgrown vegetation. It has been suggested the path would provide a <br /> link in the trail system to eventually hookup with the future pedestrian bridge over <br /> Highway 169. <br /> Commissioner Kuester questioned why the issue is being brought up now. Phil <br /> indicated that the School District has concerns regarding students using the area <br /> for smoking and other nuisance problems. Phil indicated that staff felt it would be <br /> good to invite the neighbors in to express their views before making any decisions <br /> regarding the trail. <br /> Chair Huberty opened the discussion to the public. <br /> Val Williams, 11936 1901h Circle, indicated that the 20 foot wide frail runs 190 ft. <br />. along her property line. She stated she was not aware of the trail when she ) <br /> purchased her home. Ms. Williams indicated she does not object to this trail, <br /> <br /> <br />