03-03-1997 Park Commission Minutes

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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR �RONO PARK COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON MARCH 3, 1997 (#2 - Park Dedication Fund - Cantinued) McDermott indicated the poor conditions found at Navarre Park and asked that the Cammission respond with plans for improvement or sell the property. Ilse was concerned with the Commission responding ta the concerns expressed by the citizens, "the squeaky wheel" concept, as well as planning for park upgrades. White agreed that priorities need to be made but has seen a vast improvement in planning. Gappa questioned whether the costs for park up�rades are in line with what is proposed. McDermott suggested reviewin� costs paid by other cities as well. He would like to see upgrades done well at each park rather than many improvements partially done. Wilsan felt the subcommittee should address the costs and concerns at Antoine in comparison to ather park equipment upgrades. McDermott said he would not want to see the improvements scaled back. The Park Cammission expressed concern aver lack of knowledge regarding the financial situation of the Park Dedication Fund. The Commission would like a clear idea on how and where the costs are spent. Gappa will research past expenditures, and White will follow up. A report will be made in ApriL It was noted that the park survey reflected a willingness from the residents to assist in paying for park improvements. Van Zomeren passed out information on Park Dedication fees collected on previous subdivisions. This report was prepared in response to an objection by the Fullerton application regarding payment of Park Dedication Fund fees. Gappa noted that Minnetrista has a fee plan that also includes a cap. Van Zomeren suggested the Park Commission write a cover letter to submit to the Council reflecting their opinions regarding collection of Park Dedication fees. McDermott voiced concern that other applicants would contest their fees if the fee was not char�ed to this particular application. He asked that the Council be made aware of this concern. Gappa said he felt the Council also had this same concern. Wilson explained to Van Zomeren how the Commission has been reviewing the applications regarding recommendations for possible trails or Park Dedication fees. She asked that the Commission be able to review the applications in a manner that would be convenient tv the present application procedure system. Van Zomeren said the sketch plan review results in no action taken. If reviewed at this time by the Park Commission, tl3eir inp�xt could be included in the Planning Commission package for preliminary plan review. 3