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MINUTES OF THE PARK COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 6, 1993 <br /> (#4) UPDATE ON BIKE/HIKE TRAIL (FLINT/CITY STAF� <br /> Gaffron prepared a topography map of the proposed trail. Maps were also available from <br /> Hennepin Parks. Members reviewed these maps. <br /> Chair Flint stated that City Administrator Moorse inquired of Doug Bryant, if Hennepin Parks, <br /> would be willing to consider other corridors in the western part of the City besides the one <br /> currently designated by Hennepin Parks. The response Moorse got was that Hennepin Parks <br /> would be willing to consider another corridor in the western part of the City. <br /> Gerhardson explained that the western path going south to the Luce Line is laid out along the <br /> edge of several private properties. Topography changes can be as much as 11 feet within a short <br /> distance presenting some difficulties with grade. <br /> Wilson expressed her concern for property owners who may not want to have trail users along <br /> their property. <br /> White questioned plans for future development in the area. <br /> Wilson asked what the downsides of this proposed trail in western Orono would be. Members <br /> discussed: <br /> 1. This is not where the majority of the people are. Old Crystal Bay Road is a <br /> location which would better serve our people. <br /> 2. It goes through private property involving property owner's rights. <br /> 3. Some elevation changes may be as much as 11 feet. <br /> 4. Drainage problems with putting asphalt on the trail. <br /> Other possible locations in western Orono were also discussed. One possibility would be to <br /> follow McCulley Road from Highway 12 to the Luce Line where Hennepin County Highway <br /> Department already has proposed a trail. <br /> Gerhardson noted the possibility of a parking lot on City property off of McCulley Road. The <br /> DNR is also interested in buying a piece of the property held by the City for parking. <br /> Members discussed the memo from City Administrator Moorse regarding the Old Crystal Bay <br /> Road Bike/Hike Trail. The major disadvantage of Option #2 is that Orono would pay all the <br /> costs for construction. <br /> Wilson asked the meaning of "phase in the remainder as easements become available" in Option <br /> #3. White felt it meant that if there was any development in the five year period, the City could <br /> take easements as part of the Park dedication. <br /> 5 <br />