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Elk River Park & Reo Meeting, June 14, 1995 Page 2 conclusion that more space for fields is definitely needed. Also, the proper utilization of the existing fields needs to be studied. It was decided that Jeff Asfahl would take the lead at organizing these issues. Ron Blegen, president of Elk River Youth Baseball, stated that he feels that Elk River is a fast growing community that needs more space for fields and needs to utilize what we have more efficiently. If no space is attained, down the road a few years they may have to turn kids down for youth sports. Mr. Blegen also stated that currently we are using other communities facilities, i.e. Zimmerman and Champlin, for tournaments. Phil stated that we are aware that additional fields are needed in Elk River, but, the funding is holding this up. A lengthy discussion of funding was held. Mr. Blegen recommended 4 large fields with pitchers mounds be added for a start. Commissioner Tuttle asked Mr. Blegen what we can expect from him. Mr. Blegen stated that he would provide: 1. Labor, 2. Financial support, $15 per/youth. Jeff Asfahl stated what he thinks it will take to move forward on this issue from here; 1. Study short term opportunities that are out there, and what it will take to pull them off; 2. A study of other communities plans; 3. Be a leader and build a nice, smart, complex; 4. Get associations to agree on a $ figure, and needs. . (8:00) p.m.- Ron Blegen leaves Dave Anderson stated that more research must be done with all associations before the Park and Recreation Commission can come to any conclusions. Dave Anderson requests, from the associations, a summary of the number of kids in each age group, and the number of fields they need for them; then we can compare an inventory and the projected growth to come up with what is needed. Phil Hals stated that staff recommends that we take the park dedication fee's on this item. Gary Schmitz' letter was reviewed and a brief discussion took place. . 6. Administrative Subdivision bv Gerald Sneft COMMISSIONER TUTTLE MOVED TO ACCEPT THE PARK DEDICATION FEE'S ON THE GERALD SNEFT PARCEL. COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 4-0. (8: 15) Planning Commissioner Chris Kreger left. 7. Consider Trail DeveloDment vs. Park Dedication Fee Phil Hals explains Steve Ach's memo regarding responsibilities for trail development. Commissioner Tuttle stated that she felt the developer should be responsible for the following: 1. Rough grade; 2. class 5 on all trails on plat. Commissioner Rolfe Anderson stated that he felt an additional $100 perllot trail fee in addition to the $500 park dedication fee be added to the above. I COMMISSIONER ROLFE ANDERSON MOVED TO RECOMMEND THAT THE DEVELOPER BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ROUGH GRADE, CLASS 5 ON ALL TRAILS OF THE PLAT, ADDITIONAL $100 PER/LOT TRAIL FEE IN ADDITION TO THE $500 PARK DEDICATION FEE. .