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ORONO PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND TRAILS COMMISSION MEETING <br /> MINUTES FOR MAY 3, 1999 <br /> Spring Hill, Continued <br /> McDermott commented that extension of the trail to the other side of County Road 6 was <br /> also discussed, noting that they will attempt to work with Hennepin County on whether the <br /> trail could be constructed along the high side of the ditch. Otherwise the trail could be located <br /> inside the fence on the Spring Hill property. A trail has been roughed in along Tamarack to <br /> the maintenance driveway. <br /> McDermott remarked that in his opinion a minimal amount of effort on the part of the <br /> contractor is being put into the trails. Flint commented that he was in agreement with <br /> McDermott. <br /> Silber inquired when the trails would be open to the general public. <br /> McDermott stated he was told the trails would be ready by June. <br /> Gaffron stated if the trail is extended across County Road 6, there are safety issues that will <br /> need to be addressed. <br /> Wilson commented that a decision will need to be made on what should be done in that area <br /> as far as the trails. <br /> McDermott remarked that Hennepin County will need to be contacted to get their position on <br /> whether the trail can be constructed on the other side of County Road 6. <br /> Silber inquired whether horses would be permitted on the trail. <br /> Gappa remarked that if horses are permitted, it makes for more maintenance. <br /> 10. Comprehensive Plan Meeting <br /> McDermott stated that the City has requested that a minimum of two Park Commissioners <br /> staff a table to answer park related questions at the comprehensive meeting scheduled <br /> for May 6 and May 20. <br /> Gaffron stated that the parks plan comprises a small portion of the overall comprehensive <br /> plan, noting that he has never reviewed a parks plan that the Parks Commission has <br /> developed. <br /> McDermott remarked that Gappa should have a copy in his file of the plan. <br /> Gappa stated that he has an inventory in his possession but was unsure of an overall parks <br /> plan. <br /> Wilson commented that the plan was developed before Greg was with the City. Wilson <br /> recommended that a copy of the bike trail plan also be available at the meeting. <br /> McDermott noted that the City Council did revise and approve the bike trail plan. <br /> Erickson stated that he will provide a copy of the park plan to Gaffron. <br /> Gaffron stated these are public information meetings regarding the comprehensive plan. <br /> Page 5 <br />