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Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson McGlone and Councilmembers Backous and Elvig. <br /> Voting No: None. <br /> COMMITTEE BUSINESS <br /> Case #1: Discuss Trail Easement Acquisition on the Hansen Tree Farm <br /> City Engineer Himmer reviewed the staff report and asked if the Public Works Committee was <br /> interested in obtaining an easement at this time or would rather wait until funding is available to <br /> construct the trail. <br /> Councilmember Elvig asked if the easement would be purchased or leased. <br /> City Engineer Himmer advised there has been no discussion on a cost of the easement. The <br /> discussion with Mr. Hansen has indicated they would be willing to dedicate the easement if for a <br /> specific term. Mr. Hansen is not looking for compensation for the easement. <br /> Councilmember Backous stated he has no problem taking care of the easement at this time if <br /> there is no cost and to hold a future discussion relating to when the trail would be constructed. <br /> He indicated that at this time, until other things are taken care of, he is not interested in <br /> expanding this trail. <br /> Chairperson McGlone asked when the City would have funds to construct this trail and if there is <br /> grant funding. <br /> Public Works Director Olson advised this segment of trail is not in the CIP for programming in <br /> the next five years but if directed by the Council to prioritize this trail, it will be scheduled. He <br /> noted trails are funded from development fees and estimated it may be five years before this <br /> segment is constructed; however, it is a great segment that would provide connection to the <br /> neighborhood to the north, The COR, and park. <br /> Chairperson McGlone stated he had no objection to recommending approval to the Council. <br /> City Engineer Himmer asked Mr. Hansen if they would be willing to dedicate an easement even <br /> if it is known the trail will not be constructed for a period of time. <br /> Mark Hansen, Hansen Tree Farms, answered in the affirmative. <br /> City Engineer Himmer suggested a 20 -year easement, renewable for a 5 -year period. <br /> Motion by Councilmember Elvig, seconded by Councilmember Backous, to recommend that the <br /> City Council enter into an agreement to secure an easement with the Hansen Farm for a 20 -year <br /> term, renewable for a 5 -year period after the initial term, and subject to legal review. <br /> Public Works Committee / November 15, 2011 <br /> Page 2 of 15 <br />