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Park and Recreation Commission September 13, 1995 Page 2 COMMISSIONER MADSEN MOVED TO APPROVE THE 8/9/95 PARR AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES AS AMENDED. COMMISSIONER OLSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 8-0. . 4. Oven Mike No one was present for this item. 5. Consider Herita~e Trail Sue Hallett, 13211 179 1/2 Avenue, Elk River, a concerned citizen living in Heritage Landing, lead a discussion regarding the problems they and their neighbors are having with the trail system ending at and near their property. Ms. Hallett explained an incident where she had to call the police because offoul and abusive language that she was receiving from kids along the path. Other concerned neighbors were Nancy Peterson, Janelle and Jim Henry, Mark Klimstre, and Tom Zerwas. . 7: 15 p.m. Louise Kuester arrived. The citizens are concerned with this trail ending at this property leading to nowhere; They say kids are coming to this point and getting off of their bikes and creating problems. They also feel that their security, safety, and privacy are being invaded. Other concerns Ms. Hallett mentioned were stumps that were not properly taken care of along the trial. . Chair Dave Anderson discussed his visit to this site after receiving a call from Ms. Hallett on this incident. Tom Zerwas, Elk River Police Chief and also a concerned citizen in this neighborhood, stated that he felt policing of trails will be a necessity in the near future. Discussion was also held regarding homeowners along the trail feeling that they were not informed on the trial when they purchased the property. Ms. Hallett asked what the purpose of running a trail system through peoples back yards was. Upkeep of the land around the trail was also an issue with Ms. Hallett. Commissioner Huberty requested posting trail hours on the trail. Tom Zerwas requested signage for emergency vehicles be posted on the trail and to make sure that future land buyers be informed of the trails before purchasing. 7:40 p.m. Jeff Asfahl and Steve Rohlf arrive. Chair Dave Anderson e)".'plained to the citizens that the trail system is new to Elk River and due to rapid growth in the city we are learning as we go. He also explained the Park and Recreation Commission's role in the park and trail system. Mter this issue was discussed, the citizens left the meeting. .