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Park & Recreation Commission Minutes March 10,2004 Page 4 . lO.B.1. Concept Review. Becker Property - Ryan Companies Park Planner Chris Leeseberg reviewed the information for the concept plan for the Becker property. He reviewed the location, the existing site conditions, the proposed development, the connection to Oudot K, and the adjacent developments located on the Miske and Foster properties. Dennis Griswald, representing Ryan Companies, reviewed additional information regarding the development as well as the housing types. The Commission discussed at length the connection to Oudot K; specifically inquiring as to a connection to the westerly high point located there. Commissioner Anderson asked if a second trail connection could occur between Lots 5 and 6. Mr. Griswald stated that they would consider it if it could be accomplished with sacrificing an additional single-family lot. Commissioner Paige suggested connecting the park space to the westerly cul-de-sac. Mr. Griswald stated that this could be a possibility. Commissioner Nystrom inquired as to trail access along County Road 13. Director of Planning McPherson stated that this will be evaluated and additional easement or right-of- way will be acquired through the planning process. lO.B.2. Park Dedication; P 04-03. Menard. Inc . Park Planner Chris Leeseberg reviewed the staff report and discussed the proposed expansion to the Menards site. Staff is recommending park dedication in the form of cash for 3.43 acres. Arthur Jackett, 19435 Dodge Street, inquired as to the number of trees to be saved along Dodge Street. Mr. Leeseberg stated that the 50-foot width of trees will be measured from the westerly right-of-way. MOTION BY COMMISSIONER ANDERSON AND SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER KUESTER TO CONCUR WITH STAFF RECOMMENDATION FOR CASH DEDICATION AND SUGGESTED THAT THE PLANNING COMMISSION SHOULD CONSIDER A MOTION THAT THE TREES TO BE SAVED SHOULD BE ANALYZED TO DETERMINE THE MOST APPROPRIATE TREES TO BE SAVED AND THAT AN UNDERSTORY OF WHITE PINES SHOULD BE PLANTED TO ENHANCE THE BUFFER LONG-TERM. MOTION CARRIED 7-0. lO.C.1. Lions Park Center Remodeling - Funding Discussion Director of Planning McPherson reviewed the staff memo regarding the Lions Park Center remodeling. She stated that the plans have been developed in coordination with affected staff and that the Lion's Club was informed of the proposed changes on March 2, 2004 and had no objections to the proposed plans. The total cost of the remodeling including cabling and equipment is approximately $50,000. Staff is recommending that funds be taken from the Park Dedication Fund in order to make the suggested changes. . Commissioner Paige asked if this was an eligible Park Dedication Fund expense. Ms. McPherson stated yes.