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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 13 , 1992 <br /> 1992 OBA SCHEDULE - CONT. <br /> Johnston explained the entire plan and noted how many of the <br /> changes had occurred and why . He stated that bike trails could be <br /> incorporated within the plan . He pointed out that four bail fieids <br /> have been developed , two of which are partially within the eastern <br /> privately owned property, which would need to be requested as park <br /> dedication land when developed in the future. <br /> Larson noted that the School has purchased the eastern half of the <br /> property, which is important to the OBA as that is where the ball <br /> fields would be developed . <br /> W i I son asked i f there wou I d be enough I and f rom the park ded i cat i on <br /> request on the property to the east to develop a trail system. <br /> Johnston felt there would be enough land . <br /> Chair Flint noted that it is imperative to tie the bike trail to <br /> the trail to the east on the Shadowood Farms development . <br /> W i I son asked that the connect i ng t ra i I be shown on the master p I an . <br /> Larson stated that they are currently waiting for an approval from <br /> the Hockey Association on the new location for the ice arena. He <br /> explained they need to develop the cost of excavation of the ball <br /> fields . He pointed out they will be requesting funding from the <br /> Park Commission in the near future . <br /> Chair Flint felt it appropriate that a Joint Powers Agreement <br /> between the school district and the OBA be established . <br /> Johnston felt it appropriate for all four parties to enter into <br /> that agreement . <br /> Wilson asked about maintenance of the ball fields . <br /> Larson explained the OBA would be responsible for maintenance , and <br /> the school would be al � owed use of the ball fields during the day. <br /> Wilson suggested that surrounding communities within the school <br /> district be requested to contribute park dedication funds . <br /> Isle suggested they approach the Lions club . <br /> Larson noted they are interested in helping to fund the project . <br /> He stated the immediate need is a replacement for Bederwood Ball <br /> Diamond . <br /> Johnston asked if the fields would be irrigated . <br /> 3 <br />