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. . . Park & Recreation Commission Minutes May 12.1999 Page 3 9.b. Elk River Country Club Proposed Land Exchange Steve Wensman explained that the Elk River Country Club would like to construct a new maintenance shop and expand the driving range. The Country Club is proposing a land exchange with the city in order to utilize approximately 2 acres of existing city park land adjacent to the driving range. The Club is offering the city 4 to 5 acres of their property located on their eastern boundary, which would connect to Top-of-the-World Park and the city trail system. Rick Schroeder, representing the Elk River Country Club, explained the location of the new shop and realignment of the driving range. Discussion followed regarding the number of balls which are being hit onto city park property. Mr. Schroeder explained that the problem should be reduced significantly with the realignment. He noted that the club has considered putting up a net or fence, and they would be willing to do so, if necessary. Further discussion followed regarding impacts of the east-west corridor and the likelihood of the road being constructed. The Commissioners were in agreement that the road issue plays an important part in the land exchange issue. This item will be considered on the June 9th Park and Recreation Commission meeting. 8. Ridgewood Access to Top-of-the-World Park Jim Hamilton, 19771 Rush Street, representing the Ridgewood Homeowners Association, was present to request 2 accesses to Woodland Trails from the outlots owned by the Association. Mr. Hamilton explained that the accesses would only be used by the residents and he did not foresee "driveup" traffic to use the access. Commissioner Dave Anderson explained that previously, the residents were strongly opposed to having the accesses because of the "driveup" traffic concern. Commissioner Anderson expressed concern that the eastern access would outlet directly into the area which has been cited for closure during the summer to prevent erosion. It was the consensus of the Park and Recreation Commissioners to approve 1 access (York Avenue) at this time, and see if it meets the needs of the Ridgewood residents. 9.c. Elk River Plaza 4th Addition Park Dedication Steve Wensman reviewed the proposed Elk River Plaza 4th Addition proposal. He explained that the part of the mall north of the movie theater will be removed and in its place will be a restaurant attached to the mall, and two free standing buildings containing North Memorial Clinic, a drugstore, and two smaller tenants. Steve noted that since park dedication fees were collected for the original plat, no further park dedication is required.