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CASE ADOPT CITY PARKS MAP By= Merlan~ Otto Background= .' The city has been operating without an adopted City parks map for several years. For the past three years, the Parks Commission has been using a City wide trails map to ascertain possible trails and to determine park dedication requirements during the development process. We have also had the concern expressed to us by developers that it would be helpful if they knew where future park dedication is likely to be required. While trails and large parks can be shown, it is difficult to indicate specific neighborhood parks or tot lots. These are more appropriately located through the development process responding more directly to needs created by the proposed development. The proposed park map has been discussed at several Park Commission meetings and at a joint meeting on March 21, 1990 with the City Council, Planning and Zoning, Economic Development and Parks Commission. At the May !0, 1990 Parks Commission meeting the Commission recommended adoption of the City Parks map by the City Council. Observations: Among the items discussed at the March 21 meeting were park lands. At that meeting, it was pointed out that the highest density and, therefore, demand for parks will arise from the southeast quadrant of the City. Demands for athletic facilities cannot be met under the current situation since only River's Bend and the elementary school offer developed facilities. The proposed park at Windemere, Cedar Hills and Chestnut Hills is sized as a neighborhood park of approximately eight acres. It is anticipated that one softball field and one soccer field may be accommodated at this park. This additional facility will not meet demand.