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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 1, 1993 <br /> (#5) REPORT ON FRENCH CREEK PRESERVE <br /> Wilson reminded everyone the Park Commission had made a recommendation in September to <br /> name the park French Creek Preserve. She reported the prairie had been planted and hundreds <br /> of waterfowl and approximately fifty muskrat houses were sited in the area. With enough rain, <br /> the area might be restored back to a larger pond. A sign will be needed in the future. <br /> Howells inquired who was transplanting trees. <br /> Wilson explained that Bob Melamed, the new owner of the property south of the park, at his <br /> expense is transplanting trees out of the City's property to shield the sewer plant from his land. <br /> It looks good and Melamed has offered to plant a new tree for every one removed wherever the <br /> City would like it. <br /> Chair Flint commended the subcommittee and staff for their efforts and work in the area. <br /> LOWRY WOODS PARK <br /> Howells made reference to a news article indicating park dedication funds had been spent on the <br /> Nature Conservancy conveyance and questioned why it had never been approved by the Park <br /> Commission. Gerhardson explained that Council appropriated the money without Park <br /> Commission's approval and further information as to actual costs will be provided when <br /> available. <br /> Wilson said she understood it was to cost $1.00 and questioned the cost for a title commitment. <br /> Gerhardson explained negotiations had transpired between the Nature Conservancy and the City's <br /> legal department. <br /> (#7) POSTMORTEM REGARDING FRIENDS OF THE PARK AWARD <br /> Chair Flint asked for input on the event. He commented that the only reason it received good <br /> news coverage was because Councilmember Hurr was in attendance and took pictures. <br /> McMillan said she also took pictures and sent a press release to the newspapers. <br /> In all, everyone was pleased with the event. Chair Flint stated that this is another example that <br /> nothing happens if it is everybody's job; it only happens when somebody takes the responsibility. <br /> He thanked McMillan for her initiative and good work. <br /> 5 <br />