Minutes - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/26/1986

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but stated that the situation is improving. In the past, the Council has been very frugal in their support of parks. Note: At this point, Mr. Darryl Fults appeared for Citizen Input. Mr. Fults requested that the Planning Commission review Mr. Mary Eggum's property and Mr. Fults' proposed plan for splitting off 11.7 acres by metes and bounds. The Commission agreed by consensus that Mr. Fults should use a metes and bounds subdivision for the transfer of those 11.7 acres, but the property would be required to be platted before any future development of that proeprty. Mr. Fults stated that he wanted to expedite the transfer of this property so that it wouldn't delay the industrial sewer and water project. The Planning Commission inquired as to the status of the sewer and water project and whether the City was working with Anoka on aligning streets between the two industrial areas · Chairman Peterson asked whether Section 10.04 of the City Code was still appropriate for the Park Commission. Commissioner Lichter stated that the duties and responsibilities appear to be appropriate. Commissioner Howell asked whether the Park Commission had ever discussed updating the Comprehensive Park Plan. Commissioner Lichter stated that the Plan will need updating, especially with the urban development. Discussion Regarding Plat Review ProCedure Regarding Park Dedication Recommendation Commissioner Deemer stated that the Planning Commission was concerned about the Park Commission having an opportunity to review proposed plats and make recommendations regarding park dedication requirements. Commissioner Lichter stated that on the Skiba plat, the Commission determined that it would recommend a land dedication for a park along the river. Commissioner Hendriksen stated his concern that the Park Commission may not be getting enough public input on park dedications and that perhaps the park dedication should be considered during the platting process and during the public hearing regarding the preliminary plat. Commissioner Hendriksen stated that there needs to be an official way for public input regarding park dedications for proposed plats. Commissioner Deemer asked whether it would be possible to have the Park Commission/representative present for preliminary plat public hearings. Commissioner Lichter stated that normally, the Park Commission reviews the sketch plan and makes a recommendation to the Planning Commission before the public hearing on the plat. Commissioner Zimmerman stated that the City may need another survey of community needs and attitudes for parks to provide direction to the Commissions and to serve as a basis for updating the Comprehensive Park Plan. Commissioner Hendriksen stated that the function of any planning body is to anticipate needs, not necessarily respond to today's needs. August 26, 1986 Joint Commission Meeting 2