Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 02/10/2000

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eligible unless it is posing a safety or health hazard. Historically, there has always been 1 or 2 residents on the waiting list, but currently there are none. With some advertising of the program, there is no doubt that applications will come in. Coon Rapids did not have anyone on the waiting list last year; after advertising the program they received 25 applications. The County cap per home for improvements is $20,000.00. New Trail Construction Unknown Construction of handicap accessible trails are eligible for CDBG funds. Some possibilities for trail construction would be from the seniors apartment building to Solstice Park on the east side of Nowthen Blvd., or a trail link with the new library to be constructed on the east side of the Rum River in Anoka. Staff will try to have some dollar figures available at the meeting on January 25. ACCAP Townhouse Project Landscaping $20,000.00+ In conversations with staff at ACCAP, it has been learned that the Ramsey Resident Committee working with ACCAP to develop an acceptable site plan for the development of the townhomes is concerned with landscaping and screening the site from existing single family residential and Hwy. #47. The ACCAP budget for landscaping and screening is limited and the resident committee prefers utilizing berms and plant materials versus fencing. A contribution to the landscape budget would likely be supported by the resident committee. Recommendation: There is no action recommended at this time. The purpose of this public hearing is to receive comments and applications regarding possible CDBG projects. Staff will schedule Council action to allocate the CDBG funds at the February 8 Council meeting. Council Action: If necessary, direct Staff to gather additional information or research other project options. No other action is required at this time. Review Checklist: City Administrator Finance Officer CC: 01/25/00 2..I