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. . . Park & Recreation Commission Minutes April 11. 2001 Page 3 Commissioner Dave Anderson asked if there was any way to increase security at the park. Ms. McPherson stated that she will discuss this issue with staff. 9.B.1. Concept Plan - Holzem Property Director of Planning Michele McPherson explained that staff has been working with Gold Nugget Development regarding park and trail requirements for the Holzem property. The property is approximately 75 acres in size and is located at the southwest corner of Fillmore street and County Road No. 12. The developer is proposing a total of 198 units of residential; Y2 town homes and Y2 single family homes. Based on previous comments from the Commission, a ten percent land dedication (7-1/2 acres) was desired. The developer has indicated a trail connection between the multi-family and the park. Staff has suggested a sidewalk or trail connection from County Road 12 to Fillmore Street. Discussion followed regarding a trail along County Road 12. Ms. McPherson stated that Sherburne County has determined this area to be a rural section and is not interested in a detached trail. She felt that a trail on the shoulder may be possible. Commissioner Reitsma asked if the County was aware of how many homes are proposed for this development. Ms. McPherson stated that they have been advised of the developer's plans. Discussion followed regarding providing additional trail connections to the park. Commissioner Peterson expressed his concern that there were a significant number of homes which would abut the park. He stated that in other parks where this occurs, there have been issues with park boundaries and location of playground equipment or other park improvements. Ms. McPherson stated that the park boundaries would be staked when the lots are staked and the boundary signs should be in place so that potential buyers are aware of the park. Commissioner Sladek questioned if there was any concern with the locating the park near the power lines. The Commissioners were in agreement that the park should be shifted slighted to the north and bounded on two sides by public streets. COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE PARK CONCEPT FOR THE HOLZEM PROPERTY TO REQUEST A TEN PERCENT LAND DEDICATION (APPROXIMATELY 7 V2 ACRES), WITH A TRAIL EASEMENT ALONG FILLMORE STREET, COUNTY ROAD 12, AND TO THE SOUTH OF THE PLAT FOR A POSSIBLE FUTURE TRAIL CONNECTION. COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 7-0. 9.C.1. Update on Phones in Park Terry Bye stated that staff has located a vendor in Florida who provides refurbished pay phones at a cost of $321 per phone, which includes shipping. The phones can be set up to prohibit incoming calls and to allow free 911 calls. Two phones are suggested; one for Orono Park and one for ERY AC.