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• MINUTES OF A REGULAR ORONO COUNCIL MEETING HELD MAY 24, 1993 1993 MARINA LICENSES - CONT. Mayor Callahan noted he did not anticipate adoption of the ordinance at the next meeting. Vote: Ayes 5, nays 0. MAYOR /COUNCIL REPORT A) Mayor Callahan explained after meetings with members of the Hennepin Parks, it has come to his attention that they consider the bike trail as their project and are allowing Orono to contribute. It was his impression that the Hennepin Parks interprets the agreement differently than the City does. He noted at the meeting there was discussion that the screening along the trail should be replaced similar to what is currently there. Hurr questioned the allowable speed on the trail. • Mayor Callahan said the agreement reads "only used by pedestrians and bicycles' and does not address speed limits. Mr. Byrant of Hennepin Parks interprets this section to mean, he will decide the use of the trai I , and said, "for instance if we decide that we want to have roller skating, skate boarding, and etc., we will put them on. We will place it and maintain it." Hurr asked if there will be a center line. Gerhardson confirmed there would be. Kelley questioned the 8' width of the trail and noted the trail through Baker Park is narrower. Hurr felt the 8' is essential as it is next to a roadway. She questioned who is responsible for maintenance of the trail. Gerhardson replied Hennepin County will provide maintenance. B) Kelley reported he and Moorse have met with City officials of Long Lake to discuss the Fire Department. They have reviewed the historical budgets and reported all money has been accounted for the past 5 years. They will meet again to review the 1994 budget. Jabbour said the City is fortunate to have Rick Perry as Fire • Chief. Kelley stated they need a philosophy established on the ownership of equipment. 20