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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORE)NO PARK COMMISSION <br /> MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 4, ]996 <br /> (#4 - Friend of the Parks Award - Continued) <br /> The plaque which indicates by name plates those that have contributed in the past was <br /> shown. Ilse suggested that may be a different tevel of recognition be made for those <br /> making major contributions such as land preservation. The recent contribution by Bruce <br /> Dayton was noted. Flint said he preferred the recognition now given. Beal received <br /> confirmation that the award was to be a motivatin�factor for people to make <br /> contributions. <br /> Ilse asked th�t a needs list be created for sprir�g. She atso suggested that flower planting <br /> be promoted thru out the City. <br /> (#5) DISCUSSION OF PROGRESS ON OLD eRYSTAL BAY BIKE TRAIL <br /> (JOHN GERHARDSON) <br /> It was reported that the base work was campleted hy City personnel for the trail from <br /> Hwy 12 to the teen center. This portion of the trail was approved for paving this year by <br /> the Council at their last meeting. Gerhardson also reported that all easements have been <br /> acquired south of Hwy 12. Some tree removal and soil replacement may take place this <br /> year. It was noted that some fill may be obtained from the ice rink site. <br /> Flint voiced concern over the trail base �iear the City Hall gaing through a freeze-thaw <br /> cycle. Gerhardson said they allowed for this to occur by using an all-granular mi�ure. <br /> Flint questioned whether the paving should be done this year since the trail is not plowed <br /> during the winter months. Gerhardson said the City would like to complete what it can <br /> this year but would not jeopardize the trail if canditions are not right. <br /> McDermott asked if the trail area was high enough in elevation in view of the wooded <br /> area in front of City Hail. Gerhardson said the final grade has not yet been obtained but <br /> one area would require piping. <br /> Flint inquired about the cost for the trail sectiott fram Hwy l2 to the teen center. <br /> Gerhardson said the costs are not yet known, but the paving would be about $10,000. He <br /> estimated the cost at about $25,000, which is less than what was estimated. Gerhardson <br /> said the engineered fill was purchased but the City persannel removed the soils and brush <br /> where the 1" of engineered fili was placed. <br /> (#6} FOLLQW-UP ON OCTOBER 30TH W�RK SESSION WITH CITY <br /> COUNCIL <br /> The recent land contribution by Bruce Daytan was announced at the wark session. The <br /> DNR wiil be running that project. Ilse noted there will be waiking trails only; and no <br /> biking or horses will be aliowed in the preservation area. <br /> s <br />