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Parks&Recreation Commission Minutes Page 4 <br /> February 12,2020 <br /> Mr. Steinbeck said that his purpose of the presentation is just to see if there is interest by the <br /> Commission in the property. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Niziolek and seconded by Commissioner Soltvedt to <br /> recommend to City Council to pursue opportunities to utilize the platform for <br /> recreation. Motion carried 6-0. <br /> 7.1 Arena Commission Member Nomination <br /> Mr. Hecker presented staff report. <br /> Commissioner Williams said that he is still willing to do it but doesn't want to hold it if <br /> someone else is interested. <br /> Council member Wagner said that there is not a commission created for the new Multi- <br /> purpose Facility and that the Ice Arena Commission is still a relevant commission today. <br /> Moved by Commissioner Holmgren and seconded by Commissioner Loidolt to <br /> nominate Commissioner Williams as the Arena Commission Member Liaison. Motion <br /> carried 6-0. <br /> 8. Discussion Items • <br /> 8.1 Hillside Park Access <br /> Mr. Hecker shared his staff report. <br /> Ms. Fabish,Elk River Assistant City Engineer, shared information about the research that had <br /> been done regarding the existing and potential access points to Hillside park.At the current <br /> entrance the County is planning on putting in turn lanes and concrete medium on County <br /> Road 12.The county is looking at right in right out and then turn at a roundabout about a half <br /> mile up the road. The city had concerns about a safe access to and Hillside Park so there was <br /> research done to see what other options there would be.Tyler Drive was one of the options <br /> that was reviewed but there were concerns about traffic,neighborhood safety,and the private <br /> property owner was not in favor of the easement. <br /> Chair Anderson asked for an explanation of the hybrid option that was discussed via the outlet <br /> to the existing parking lot. <br /> Ms. Fabish shared a concept idea for discussion stating that the next point of access location <br /> would be off of Tyler Street and would give access under the powerlines via the transmission <br /> lines,a paved trail would be included via the master plan and could include a new parking lot <br /> ! 1 ■ EIEI sr • <br /> ENATUPEI <br />