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City Council Minutes September 17, 1990 Page 3 - contacted the Attorney General's office and was informed that if their property is condemned by the City, the owners do not have the first right of refusal. She stated that once the land is taken, the City is free to dispose of the land as it feels appropriate. Mr. Eugene Scheel, of 19271 213th Avenue, stated that he had moved into the area approximately 17 years ago. He informed the Council of his plans to build a new home on the northwest area of the proposed park and stated that if the proposed park remains in the comprehensive plan, he will not continue with his plans to build a new home in that area. Mr. Sanders stated that the intent of the park plan is to preserve the natural areas of the City. He further explained the procedure of the comprehensive plan and stated that once the City was ready to implement the plan and purchase some of the park land, all neighboring residents would be notified and meetings would be held between the City and the residents. e Mr. Scheel indicated that there was nothing in the plan which allows for maintenance cost and protection of the parks. He questioned if there would be enough funds to develop the park land once the City purchased the land. He stated that the plan does not address this issue. Pat Klaers, City Administrator, indicated that the City has grown 64% in population since 1980 and stated that the comprehensive plan is being put together in anticipation of future growth in the Ci ty and that the overall affect of the plan is to protect the community. Jeffrey Anthony, 10349 209th Avenue, questioned whether Mr. Sanders' firm was familiar with the City of Elk River and also questioned when the area residents should be concerned about the proposed parks. Mrs. Mary Christensen, 10137 209th Avenue stated that part of the park and trail would involve acquiring the creek which is on her property and that the creek is the most important part of the property. Mrs. Christensen stated that she felt the City has been deceitful and egotistical in their way of dealing with the proposed park plan. She stated that the park plan would destroy their way of life and also stated that she felt the citizens owning property which is involved in the proposed park plan, should have been notified personally regarding the comprehensive plan. e Councilmember Dobel stated that part of his land is also involved in the proposed park and trail plan. He indicated that the trail runs directly through his dairy barn. Councilmember Dobel informed the citizens that the lines on the map are not permanent and when the City is ready to implement part of the plan, the