Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/08/1991

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informed about the various outlots history. However, the only issue that is before the Commission now is the possible sale of Lot 9, Block 2 in Windsorwood Addition. Jan Bucher, 8550 - 176th Avenue N.W., Ramsey - brought a petition with her that dealt with opposition to trails in their area. Commissioner Swokowski reviewed the petition. Commissioner Lokker excused himself about 8:00 p.m. In response to Ms. Florentius' comments about the trail system, Mr. Boos stated that the letter they received detailing the events of Lot 9, Block 2, contained his personal observations of Lot 9's value to the residents, however, in that regard, also used wording like "could be" and "possible future trail head". Further, the last place the City would look to for trail development, when and if monies are available, would not be an area where it is not desired. The focus would be on connecting high use areas like Central Park and urban areas with higher population densities. Windsorwood and Countryside Estates would have less of a need for trails because the lots are larger and traffic speeds and volumes are less. Commissioner Swokowski suggested that the issue be tabled until ownership of the connecting outlots to Lot 9 could be established. Chairman Hetland stated (to the residents) - you may want Lot 9 for a neighborhood park if a trail corridor is not in place. Some residents agreed. Consensus was to table this issue. Case #4: Consider Allowing Neighborhood Composting in Autumn Heights park Chairman Hetland introduced Case #4 dealing with composting in Autumn Heights Park. Mr. Boos presented background on that activity and distributed a petition and letters both opposing and supporting composting in the park. Chairman Hetland suggested that there be no composting or dumping materials of any kind in any City parks. Commissioner Swokowski was in agreements. Consensus of the Commission was to disallow composting in Autumn Heights Park. Case #5: Discussion and Status of Park Facility and Tournament Fee~ Mr. Boos stated that the reason the tournament, park facility use, policies and fees were brought to the Park and Recreation Commission again was that the Commission's proposal would soon be before the City Council and staff requested direction and affirmation on particularly the tournament field use rate. Consensus was for staff to make the decision on the tournament field rate and to remain competitive. ~.QMMISSION INPUT Commissioner Swokowski asked if the City had any involvement with the Intemational Special Olympics. PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION / AUGUST 8, 1991 PAGE 4 OF 5