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Councihnember Connolly replied that with the library opening on the north side of C.R #116, there may be increased pedestrian traffic on the north side and for people walking to the library with small children it might be difficult having the trail on the south side. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos replied that eventually there will probably be a trail on both sides of C.R # 116, but presently the south side is more buildable and the current wear patterns are on the south side. Councilmember Connolly inquired if there will be a pedestrian crossing at the entrance of the library. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos replied that he is not aware of any plans, but did note that there is already a pedestrian overpass. Councilmember Zimmerman inquired if the City of Anoka is aware of the trail plans. Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos replied yes, noting that he has been meeting with the City of Anoka on a regular basis. Councihnember Connolly stated that she would like staff to explore the idea of a trail on the north side of C.R. #116. The Committee reviewed the funding of the project. Motion by Councilmember Hendriksen, seconded by Councilmember Connolly, to recommend City Council transfer $41,850 in available trail fees and $8,150 in Mallard Ponds park dedication fees to the Rivers Bend Park fund for the construction of the County Road #116 trail and direct staff to research the possibility of constructing a trail on the north side of C.R. #116. Motion carried. Voting Yes: Mayor Gamec, Councilmembers Hendriksen, Connolly, and Zimmerman. Voting No: None. Absent: CouncilmemberAnderson. Case #2: Approve Construction of Cottonwood Park's Bridge Parks/Utilities Supervisor Boos stated that as part of Coin_nexus Energy's facility construction and development of the Business Park, the City received the 27-acre Cottonwood Park. The open space is intended to benefit the Commercial/Industrial businesses in the area as well as the expected residential uses. In 1997, staff removed brush and graded the site for the bituminous trail. Approximately 90 feet of wetland remained between the two ends of the 4,130' loop of path. The plan called for a bridge at this location. Staff has explored cost sharing the purchase and installation of a bridge with Connexus Energy similar in design to the one at Emerald Pond Park. The estimated cost including concrete abutments is between 15 and 20 thousand dollars. In part, for this reason, the bridge has not been constructed to date. With concern for cost, staff Finance Committee/July 25, 2000 Page 4 of 8