01-02-1996 Park Commission Minutes

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MIN"UTES OF T�IZEcJULAI�ORONc7 t ARK COMIVIISSION MEETING HELD �N JANUARY 2, 1996 (#7) QTHER BUSINESS The Commission members reviewed Planning Commission issues to deterrnine if there was any Park Commission interest. After determining the location of the Summit Park application, it was decided that there the application had no significance for the Park. Commission. The spruce trees purchased by the City at a reduced cost, planted on the Minnick property and French Creek Preserve, and given Council approval in December, 1995, were discussad. The trees will be used for screening purposes. The trees were noted to have a warranty. The golf course fees were noted to be reduced for students. Wilson and Flint felt that the golf fees shoutd be higher for non-residents. The Saga Hili tax forfeit property was c�iscussed. It was noted that the County is favoring turning over half of the 9 acre parcel to the City at no cost but would like to charge an undetermined value for the remaining portion. Moorse had recommended a hold be placed on the property to make further determinations. This hold was approved by the Council in December. Flint asked the Commission members to speak with Moorse on their views regarding the property. Gerhardson noted that if the City does not accept the County's findings, the County can offer the property for sale. Flint noted that the issue should be discussed with the Saga Hill neighbors. White felt the County might not have seen the property in question and could possibly change their opinion ance it was examined further. The March meetings ofthe �ouncil will be attended by the following Park Commissioners: 3/11/96 -Howells 3/25 - Flint AD3QLTRNMENT Wilson moved, Howells seconded, to adjourn at 9:20 p.m. Vote: Ayes 6, Nays 0. � , t e ��, Richard N. Flint, Chair 9