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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes May 14, 2003 Page 2 e Chair Peterson opened the public hearing. Dave Burandt, 19118 Tyler Street, stated that his property is adjacent to the proposed park and he is concerned about what type of fence, if any, will be constructed around the park because he has cows. He also questioned what type of water table the city will maintain in the park. Chair Peterson stated that the city does not normally construct fences around city parks. Ms. McPherson explained that Mr. Burandt's situation is unique in that his property is used for agricultural purposes and that the city does not normally construct fences around city parks; but in this case the Commission may want to consider either constructing a fence or completing a joint fencing project with Mr. Burandt. Ms. McPherson also stated that it is not the intention of the city to disrupt the current water table on Mr. Burandt's property. Jack Ellis, 11094 190th Avenue NW, stated that he would like the playground to be positioned in a central location in the park. Mr. Ellis also stated that he believed that this park would be part of the larger city trail system. Commissioner Anderson stated that it will be part of a larger trail system in the future. Commissioner Anderson requested that the concept plan map reflect the future connection. e Barb Burandt, 19118 Tyler Street, stated that she likes the idea of the walking trail so people can enjoy the wildlife and the beautiful scenery. Ms. Burandt also stated that some sort of fence would need to be constructed between her property and the park because of the agricultural uses of the adjacent property. Chair Peterson closed the public hearing. Ms. McPherson indicated that she will add this park to the June or July park tour schedule so all of the Commissioners have a chance to view the location. It was the consensus of the Commission that they liked a combination of options B and C. It was discussed that the playground should be left out of the concept plan at this time and be discussed at a later date. Staff will put together a final plan and bring it back before the Commission. 6.B. Approve Highlands EastlWest Park Plan Michele McPherson stated that per the Commission and Council direction, staff met with neighborhood representatives on Friday, Apri118, 2003, to discuss the overall park concept plan for Highlands EastlW est Parks. The group walked the west half of the East Park area and the east half of the West Park area to determine the best location for an active play area. It was agreed that the best location for an active play area is the easterly portion of Highlands West. Staff has met with a representative from Earl F. Anderson to determine components for the playground. e Ms. McPherson indicated that the Council is concerned with the location of the playground structure in relation to the overhead power line corridors. Ms. McPherson stated that staff believes the distance from the playground equipment to the power line corridor is sufficient. Chair Peterson opened the public hearing.