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Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes Page 5 <br /> August 14,2024 <br /> --� Mr. Schmidt said that the driveway on the east will be used as an emergency access during <br /> construction but then they could work out a deal where the city would have access to that after the <br /> development is done. He said he appreciated the feedback and would take it into consideration as they <br /> continue to work through the process. <br /> 8. Recreation Manager Update <br /> 8.1 Parks and Recreation Manager Update <br /> Mr. Shelby presented his report. Commissioner Niziolek asked if the public will be notified about the <br /> River's Edge Commons Park rock replacement. Mr. Stremcha confirmed they would work with their <br /> communications team to get the word out but that there would not be a public hearing. <br /> Commissioner Niziolek asked about potential resurfacing of the trails at Woodland Trails and if the <br /> commission could be updated on that. Mr. Stremcha said he was not sure of the timeline. <br /> Commissioner Niziolek asked for notices given to the public when that occurs. Chair Anderson said <br /> he is not sure of a date either. <br /> 9. Announcements <br /> 10. Motion to Adjourn Special Meeting <br /> Moved by Commissioner Niziolek and seconded by Commissioner Goodwin to adjourn the <br /> special meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission at 8:45pm. Motion carried 7-0. <br /> Commissioner Goodwin left the meeting at 8:45pm. <br /> I I. Work Session <br /> I I.I Concept Review: The Specht Family Farm Housing Development <br /> Mr. Stremcha introduced Steve Bono and Heather Barker with Capstone Homes. They have already <br /> met with the planning commission and then the City Council. Mr. Bono explained that the property is <br /> very special for many reasons, and they were selected by the family to work on the property. <br /> Mr. Bono said their desire is to work with the commission on creating a great park. After this meeting <br /> they will meet with the City Council to begin a master concept plan.The goal would be to create a 10 <br /> to 12-month plan to work with the City of Elk River, Sherburne County and the DNR in hopes of <br /> breaking ground on the property next year. <br /> Mr. Bono explained that riverfront land on the Mississippi like this is not something they have had <br /> many of to work with. The property is located next to the Oliver Kelley Farm. <br /> One of the goals of the project is to have pedestrian trails that bring people to the river and after <br /> visiting Rivers Edge Commons Park he saw how there could be potential for the property to <br /> —�, eventually connect to this park. Mr. Bono explained that they would like to have trail connections to <br /> the north, south,and even across highway 10. <br /> IOuEBEO 81 <br /> NATURE <br />