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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION <br /> MEETING HELD ON MAY 6, 1996 <br /> (#4 - 1996 Bike Trail Construction Update - Continued} <br /> Flint noted that the availability of Hennepin Park funds was based on the trail leading from <br /> one recreational area to another. Callahan agreed that the grant money was connected to <br /> conditions but it should not change the Commission's mind regarding the trail. McMillan <br /> noted that the portions af the trail that have already been constructed were low in cost. <br /> She added that the more expensive areas of construction are ahead. <br /> Callahan suggested completing the trail from Old Crystal Bay Road to the school <br /> property. He added that another bond referendendum would probably involved a new <br /> school, and that construction would trigger the trail on the school property. Flint said he <br /> was concerned with changes being made because of Hwy 12. McDermott noted that if <br /> that should occur, the trail would be replaced in kind by Mn/DOT. Flint commented that <br /> the Park Commission is not made aware af the highway plans. He noted that Cook said <br /> he was redesigning the trail to keep costs down. Flint informed Wilson that the trail cost <br /> would come out of the Park Dedication fund. Wilson said she could not agree to that. <br /> Callahan commented to Wilson that she wants the trail but doesn't want to pay for it7 He <br /> noted that the trail should continue to be built. <br /> White and McMillan agreed that the trail was worthwhile and should be continued. <br /> McMillan asked what has been spent on the trail so far. Flint said the cost was between <br /> $100,Q00 and $150,000. <br /> Wilson asked what part of the trail so far has been paid for with Park Dedication money. <br /> Flint said the Dickey subdivision portion was paid for by the developer, in lieu of Park <br /> Dedication fee. The trail north of Watertown and from the Dickey property to the Luce <br /> Line was completed with aid of grant money from the DNR. White noted that a trail casts <br /> about $20/foot to construct without culverts. <br /> Flint asked the Commision if a decision should be made on continuing the trail. <br /> McDermott said a realistic cost estimate shauld be received. McMillan said dialogue <br /> should be reopened with Doug Bryant of Hennepin Parks. Callahan said that Moorse will <br /> be speaking with Bryant on the subject also. Flint said the cost will be determined for <br /> discussion at the June meeting. Callahan said he would ask for input at the Council <br /> meeting from the Council members. <br /> (Ilse left the meeting at this time.} <br /> 5 <br />