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Park and Recreation Commission Minutes January 8, 1997 Page 2 4. Open Mike . Tom Cruz, 11146 190th Avenue NW, expressed his concern there were no parks on the east side of Highway 169, except for a small neighborhood park with swings and a small basketball court. Chair Dana Anderson explained when the residential property east of Highway 169 was developed, cash was accepted in lieu of park dedication. He noted the Park & Recreation Commission is trying to establish an east-west trail link. Mr. Cruz felt the Park & Rec Commission should consider buying property to set aside for future parks when the street is extended to the proposed new church. He also felt the Commission should consider a park in the vacant land south of his property towards McDonalds, as well as the vacant land behind Deerfield. Mr. Cruz stated there is a great need for a hockey rink or baseball diamond, due to the large number of children living in this general area. Phil Hals indicated there is are three park areas proposed for the east side of Highway 1 69, but that these areas will likely not become available for parks until they are developed. Dana explained that it is not economically feasible for the Commission to buy land when developers are willing to pay more. Tom Cruz also expressed his concern for tree preservation. Members of the Commission and staff stated they would contact Mr. Cruz when more information is available regarding the proposed park bond referendum. 5. Area Recreation Update - Jeff Asfahl . A. Recreation Proarams Jeff reported the winter community education brochure is out and programs will begin this coming Friday. He noted the Youth Initiative Task Force will be meeting next Tuesday. A joint meeting is also planned with Community Ed, the recreation board and ECFE. B. Skateboard Park Jeff met with Phil regarding this issue. The youth group voted to spend the $100 raised this past summer to purchase the engineered plans from the City of Burnsville. Jeff sent out an informal survey to several cities that have skateboard parks but has not received any information to report on at this time. 6. Planninq Items Oak Run - This proposed plat is located between County Road 32 and County Road 1 at 21 Oth Avenue alignment. The plat involves subdividing a 9 acre parcel into 3 lots. COMMISSIONER OLSON MOVED TO ACCEPT CASH TO MEET THE PARK DEDICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE OAK RUN PLAT. COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 6-0. .