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Parks & Recreation Commission Minutes Page 6 February 12, 2020 ----------------------------- the land by Tyler would be expensive. He asked how the park would benefit the residents of Trott Brook South. He asked about a playground or anything and he said that they were just told there would be a trail. Ms. Fabish said the County will have to provide access to the park and agreed to confirm with the County what the plans are for allowing access during construction. Chair Anderson said that no decisions have been made and they are not in favor of the Trott Brook Parkway access. Chair Anderson said that this is a community problem and hopefully the community can come together. Everyone is being pushed by the County’s timeline. Council Member Wagner thanked everyone again for coming but stated several times that this was a County lead initiative and that the City can’t make decisions on this road due to it being a county road. None of the options that have money amounts were in the 2020 budget. Mr. Dahn said that he still doesn’t understand why the access through Tyler would be considered. Commissioner Loidolt pointed out that safety is the primary issue for people getting in and out of the park. Chair Anderson said that most of our neighborhood parks don’t have parking lots including the Trott Brook Park so often the streets are relied on for parking. 9. Active Elk River Update Mr. Hecker shared an update regarding Lion John Weicht Park and the Multi-Purpose Facility progress. 10. Parks and Recreation Director Update Mr. Hecker shared his staff report adding that there is an Active Elk River timeline that he is handing out that was approved by City Council. Chair Anderson requested to have a list of the projects within the park’s construction timeline for Orono. Mr. Hecker said yes, that could be done next month. 11. Recreation Manager’s Update Mr. Benoit presented his staff report and presented the Winter Walking at Woodland Trails