01-06-1997 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE REGUI,qR ORONO PARK C(JMNIISSION MEETING HELD ON JANUARY 6, 1997 (#1 A- Saga Hi11 - Continued) McDermott noted there has been differing opinions from the Council regarding usage and access from the Valek's, the church property, or from Garden Lane. He believes Garden Lane is the most likely choice noting the possibility of rerouting the access so it would not cross over the ravine. McDermott said the road would remain the same. McDermott informed Valek the City was looking at different options presented regarding the access issue. McDermott nated that the park property itself is two separate parcels. The tax forfeit parcel is for City or park use and cannot be sold without reverting awnership back to the County. Gerhardson confirmed that the tax forfeit parcel can be used as a play ground or an active use. Wilson said it was her feeling that the park land would be left natural but the City did not wish to tie that usage for future years. McDermott reported the bank property parcel requires DNR approval for more active use other than being passive. He noted both parcels are considered City park land with general restrictions as noted in the ordinances whieh does include no motorized vehicles. He informed Valek that he by law can report snowmobiling problems to the police. It was also reported that the land will be posted with signage at points of access, mostly likely, near the church praperty and Garden Lane, Wilson asked Valek to inform his neighbors by word that no motorized vehicles are allowed. Ilse noted that a similar problem had developed at Bederwood and the people were informed to call the police. Gerhardson informed Valek to call the police and notify them of all snowmobiling incidents asking that he not be selective in his reporting. Wilson infQnned Valek that the Commission would look at his concerns regarding access. Valek reported that the easement is used as a utility easement and cannot be used for any other purposes. He nated that the utilities are buried under ground and go under his driveway. It was noted that the width of Tonkaview was narrow and does not allow for parking. McDermott noted that prior to the acquisition of the Saga Hill property, the only access to the tax forfeit parcel was through the Valek property easement. White informed Valek that he was entitled to a copy of the memorandum laying out the different options far access. Wilson asked Gerhardson to ohtain a copy for Valek. 3