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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COM^^SSION MEETING HELD ON NOVEMBER 4, 1996 D. TREE PLANTINGS AND NATURAL BUFFER ZONES (BEAL, CHAIR) Beal reported that he met with the Wayzata City Forester, Sunny Clark. He was informed that Wayzata has a municipal ordinance regarding a tree preservation policy, which gives latitude and guidance to their council. It was noted that Eden Prairie, Lino Lakes, and Lakeville also have policies. It was suggested that each of these policies be obtained and reviewed for possible usage by Orono. Flint noted that the work session discussion with the City Council resulted in a request for such a subdivision regulation for providing landscape screen to maintain rural appearance. The Council was interested in establishing regulations for tree replacement. This will be further reviewed at the January meeting of the Park Commission. E. FOLLOW-UP ON HIGHWAY 12 RECOMMENDATION (SEPT. MINUTES) (#9) OTHER BUSINESS Flint reported on a meeting he attended with differing athletic groups and school representatives regarding the varying needs of each group, especially for fields. See agenda item 8c, second paragraph, above. (#10) JOHN O’SULLIVAN APPLICATION - REVIEW OF PROPERTY FOR POSSIBLE TRAILS Michael Gaflron informed the Park Commission that the Planning Commission will review at their upcoming meeting the application of John O'Sullivan for vacation of the remaining right-of-way of Navaae Lane in phase two of his project. The phase one portion consisting of the Culver's Restaurant, gas/convenience store station, and car wash is now under construction. Phase two will consist of a possible bank with drive-up facilities and retail/office space. He suggested that the Park Commission review the property regarding possible trails. Phase two plans currently call for parking stalls to be located in the vacated right-of-way. The Council previously approved vacation of a portion of Navarre Lane. In reviewing the vacation of the remaining portion of Navarre Lane, Council Member Kelley questioned whether the City might have a future need for neighborhood access as well as utilities and suggested it not be vacated. O'Sullivan is now once again requesting the vacation be considered of the remaining 33' of Navarre Lane. Gaffron said the City needs to determine whether there is a City need. Gaffron noted that utility easements can be retained if the right-of-way is abandoned. 8