Possible purchase of the noted lots

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- CITY of ORONO Municipal Offices Street Address: Mailing Address: kES2750 Kelley Parkway P.O. Box 66 Orono, MN 55356 Crystal Bay, MN 55323-CO66 February 27, 1995 Mr. David S. Breitner 2755 Casco Point Rogd Wayzata, Minnesota 55391 Re: Lots 17-18-19, Block 4, Casco Heights Dear Mr. Breitner: Thank you for your letter of February 2 regarding possible purchase of the above noted lots. The City acquired these lots via a tax forfeiture in 1977. They were acquired for park and recreation purposes, according to City Council Resolution #846, but have yet to be developed as a park. The site currently exists as undeveloped open space, just over one-half acre in area. If the City were to conclude it no longer has a need for the property and wanted to dispose of it, it would have to be reconveyed back to Hennepin County for private sale. The normal case would include a stipulation that the land can only be sold for combination with adjoining properties (which would not include your homestead), or the lots would be sold together as a single bulding site. There are a number of factors that suggest it would be in the City's best interest to retain this property. They include, but are not limited to: • A portion of the traveled right-of-way of Casco Point Road is within Lots 17 and 18. • Possible future realignment of Casco Avenue intersection to enter Casco Point Road at a right angle. • Future utility needs. • Future park development. • Maintenance of green space. Public Works Director John Gerhardson has suggested that the City consider a cleanup of the property, and further suggested that you and your neighbors might be interested in an "Adopt a Green Space" program. At this time, however, he is reconunending that the parcels be retained. Telephone (612) 473-7357 9 FAX 473-0510