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March 4, 2001 <br /> <br />The Mayor <br />The City Council <br />City of Elk River <br />13065 Orono Parkway <br />Elk River, Minnesota <br /> <br />Dear Mayor and City Council, <br /> <br />I am writing to express my upset and dismay at the prospect of a park behind Auburn Street. I received a letter <br />from the City of Elk River (which was greatly appreciated) detailing the new plat for Hillside 8th Addition. I <br />called and spoke to Michele McPherson. Ms. McPherson carefully and very professionally broke the ugly news that <br />a park is planned in that area. When we purchased our home no mention was ever made of the park, although we <br />carefully asked about future development plans. We were assured that the presence of power lines precluded any <br />development. <br /> <br />This area is wooded, we have a deer feeder in our back yard. This type of area is rare and should be preserved. It <br />does not have useful development potential. The poweflines make it unsuitable for a children's play area. It <br />seems the choice of placement was a "easy out" for the developer, not the best choice for children. <br /> <br />The plans for this park, even though tentative, are not neighborhood friendly. After the choice of an unsuitable <br />site, the problem is made even worse. Ms. McPherson explained there is no mandated buffer between the park and <br />the backyards. This is a neighborhood park that the neighborhood does not want. I respectfully request that you <br />honor the special quality of life that made us choose Elk River for a home and require the developer to offer a <br />location which is a good choice for young children and a good choice for residents. <br /> <br />Thank you for your consideration. <br /> <br />Sincerely, <br /> <br />Anne Schroeder <br />19500 Auburn St. NW <br />Elk River <br /> <br /> <br />