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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 7, 1993 <br /> OTHER - CONT. <br /> Chair Flint noted that Superintendent Doug Bryant has reported that the suburbs usually have <br /> difficulty in obtaining funds compared to the central cities, and ISTEA funding is administered <br /> through the state. <br /> McMillan inquired about the approval process. <br /> Hurr said proposals are on a point system. More points are given for individual communities <br /> starting unique programs especially if it connects with other jurisdictions. Public involvement <br /> is needed in developing plans. Possible contact sources are Metropolitan Council, Mn/DOT, <br /> or Jim Dusrud who is the Minnesota Coordinator of the bike program. <br /> Chair Flint felt Dakota Rail could be an ideal proposal for a project and mentioned Hennepin <br /> County had discussed the possibility of a bike path being built along County Road 6 in the area <br /> south of Highway 12. <br /> (#5) BIKE/HIKE TRAIL <br /> Chair Flint reported the committee will be meeting with Hennepin Parks in the near future. City <br /> Administrator Moorse had asked Doug Bryant to reconsider ways to cut costs of the trail system. <br /> Other options will be investigated along with safety issues. An estimated cost was $225,000 for <br /> a two-way trail along the shoulder of Old Crystal Bay Road from County Road 6 to the Luce <br /> Line. <br /> (#3) DAKOTA RAIL <br /> McMillan explained she attended a meeting with Dakota Rail in July. Representatives from the <br /> DNR and Mn/Dot spoke and both were surprised to see interest in a trail that had not yet been <br /> abandoned. Steps were discussed to acquire railroad right-of-way property. In the year 2008, <br /> a balloon payment would be due by Dakota Rail. The railroad currently is an active, privately <br /> owned company. <br /> Chair Flint added the State would have the right of first refusal if the railroad was abandoned. <br /> McMillan pointed out the railroad is worth $1,300,000. The meetings are held so the <br /> communities can be prepared in case of abandonment in the future. It would be valuable as a <br /> trail because it connects to downtown areas of several cities. <br /> 6 <br />