03-02-1992 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF MARCH 2 , 1992 CLIFF OTTEN SUBDIVISION - CONT. It was moved by Ilse, seconded by Johnston , to recommend that if an utility easement is taken along County Road 6 , that a bike traii be added onto that easement . Ayes 7 , nays 0 . B ) ALBERT HANSER Gerhardson noted that this a five lot subdivision , with one existing residence . He suggested they consider a bike trail easement along the road . Johnston asked if the topography in that area would allow for a bike trail . Gerhardson noted he currently is applying for a conditional use permit to widen the shoulder in that area. Johnston asked if the railroad is expected to remain for a long time . Gerhardson noted it currently only serves the 3M plant in Hutchinson . Johnston stated that it may end up being abandoned and perhaps being used in the same manner as the Luce Line Trail . Bradley suggested they adopt as an operating policy the taking of an additional 10 ' for bike trails along roadways . Cha i r F I i nt exp I a i ned he t r i ed to get the Counc i I to ag ree w i t h that policy , but they felt each application should be reviewed . It was moved by Bradley , seconded by Ilse , to recommend payment of a park dedication fee for the subdivision proposal by Albert Hanser , and to request a 10 ' bike trail easement to be taken along the utility easement along Fox Street . Ayes 7 , nays 0 . (#4) PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT BEDERWOOD PARK Gerhardson passed out a legal opinion regarding ADA. He stated bids wil ) be opened on March 20th for playground equipment to be located at Bederwood Park . He stated the opinion suggests there will be no additional requirements for the equipment for 6 months to 1 year with regards to the new law. He explained there will be some requirements on accessibility , but noted modifications could be made later . Chair Flint suggested the sub-committee review the bids and return to the Commission with a recommendation . 8