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DR�►FT <br /> (#6) REPORT ON BIKE/HIKE TRAIL <br /> Chair Flint had nothing to report at this time. <br /> Ilse suggested that a fundraiser would be a good idea to raise public awareness and interest <br /> � about the trail and raise funds. � <br /> Ilse will share responsibility to organize this event. <br /> Further discussion involved charging an entrance fee versus pledges, mazketing the event <br /> through bike shops, involving youth groups to obtain pledges. <br /> Wilson asked about options that are being explored for the trail. <br /> Chair Flint indicated that the committee is considering paving the shoulder, but does not know <br /> whether this will be acceptable to Hennepin County Park Reserve District. <br /> McMillan sugoested using the shoulder on Willow through Long Lake and getting their <br /> assistance. The problem with Old Crystal Bay Road is the expense involved with the <br /> drainage ditch. <br /> Chair Flint commented that the reason for choosing Old Crystal Bay Road was (a) since it <br /> was entirely in Orono it would not require Long Lake approval and (b) that it could be tied <br /> into Noerenberg. <br /> (#7) SKETCH PLAN REVIEW - COFFIN/DICKEY PROPERTIES <br /> Mr. and Mrs. Dickey were present along with their architect, Dick Putnam. <br /> Mr. Putnam gave a brief description of the proposal for development of the Dickey property. <br /> Part of the property includes an azea of great religious and cultural significance to the Native <br /> American population and is asking the Park Commission for their thoughts and interests <br /> regarding development of the area as an Orono pazk, possibly creating a trail from the site to <br /> the DNR woods. Mr. Putnam also talked about tieing in the trail on Old Crystal Bay Road <br /> and creating a private trail through the Coffin property down to the Luce Line. <br /> Mrs. Dickey talked about the history of the area, as it relates to Native American culture, and <br /> the geology of the area. She indicated that several experts agree that the burial site is of <br /> special and significant area. Mr. and Mrs. Dickey have decided that they want the area <br /> protected for future generations to enjoy and learn from and especially for the preservation of <br /> the culture and history for Native Amencans. <br /> 3 <br />