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Joint City Council/Sherburne County Board Meeting March 7, 1994 Page 5 e 6. Status of the County Fairgrounds Dave Loch, County Coordinator, explained the reason the County Fairboard was considering moving the fairgrounds. He indicated that he felt the County Fairboard grew concerned with the City locating in the vicinity and had fears of being phased out. Mayor Duitsman explained that it was never the intention of the City to phase out the County Fair. Dave Loch stated that he felt the fairgrounds is located in a good location which offers them room to grow and the opportunity to remain in the area for a long time. Council member Holmgren questioned whether the county has considered improving the parking lot in the fairgrounds. He suggested a joint easement between the City and County with the City upgrading the parking lot. Discussion was held regarding the County purchasing property to the west for expansion of the fairgrounds. Commissioner Engstrom questioned whether the Council would have a problem with the county expanding the fairgrounds onto property that is slated for business park. It was stated that a minor expansion would not disturb the business park plans. Discussion was also held regarding the City purchasing the fairground parking lot, and then leasing it back to the county during the county fair. The City would then improve the parking lot. e Commissioner Engstrom requested the County Staff to look into the sale of the parking lot to the City. Mayor Duitsman stated that after County review of the situation a proposal could be made to the County Commissioners if the City decides to move ahead with the proposal. Commissioner Schumacher stated that the assessments on the fairground was an issue in the decision to consider moving the fairgrounds. The City Administrator indicated that additional street and lateral utility assessments would be forthcoming. 7. Discussion on Future needs of the Government Center Discussion was held regarding the future access of the frontage road along the government property that runs along Highway 10 and to eventually have this road hook up to Waco and Joplin streets and then service the future business parks. This road hook-up and extension may eliminate the need for a City street to be extended through the Sandpiper plat and out to Waco Street. e Discussion was held regarding the need for municipal sewer and water at the government center. Dave Loch indicated that with the expansion of the government center, there is a definite need for city services. It was suggested that the County petition for municipal sewer and water to start the process.