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From:Matt Anderson To:Anna Carlson; Dustin Rief; Denny Walsh Subject:Boathouse Proposal at Summit Beach Park Date:Sunday, July 26, 2020 10:28:31 PM Good evening~ I'm writing in reference to a boathouse proposal initiated (supposedly by the Long Lake Rowing Crew) at Summit Beach Park. I must admit I was somewhat surprised and taken back to learn these conversations and discussions began back as early as November of 2019. As a result, I'm concerned at the lack of transparency and awareness provided to the public and surrounding communities. This proposal begs a number of questions including but not limited to... *It's my understanding the land Summit Beach Park assumes was originally donated to the City by Bruce and Ruth Dayton. As a result, were there any conditions set forth and required by The Dayton's that stipulate and limits it's use to and for the public? Does it allow for private parties to build on the donated (public) land? If so, what public inclusion does it mandate? *Does building and erecting a private facility diminish the area and space (i.e. "footprint") of Summit Beach Park accessible and utilized by the public? What zoning, building limitations, access, areas for parking, are going to be required? *As a result of a new, private facility that will allow (in theory) the Long Lake Rowing Crew greater storage and capacity is it their intention to supplement it with more boats & vessels? Will this create overcrowding on Long Lake and limit the public's access, use, and enjoyment? *Should the City allow for and approve a private party to build and construct on public property? If so, will the public have full access, inclusion, and use of this new facility? By what terms is the use established? *How and who(m) are responsible to pay for annual property taxes, maintenance, upkeep, etc. as a result of a new facility? *Should the City approve a proposal to build on public land by a private party does this serve as a catalyst and set a new, future precedent for other, yet similar, private party building proposals and requests on other public property? I'm confident our local community would appreciate greater awareness and inclusion regarding the proposal, the opportunity for further and continued dialogue and due diligence, and to consider the short and long term impact the request/proposal may have on us all. Thank you, Matt Anderson -- Matt Anderson