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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 2, 1996 (#4) PARK MASTER PLAN FOLLOW-UP A. PARK AND OPEN SPACE IDENTEFICATION (WILSON, CHAIR) Wilson and McDermott reviewed their list of properties identified for possible park and open space uses in the future. The list was presented for input by the Commissioners to be prepared for presentation to the Council. Wilson said the City was looked at section by section for parcels of 10+ acres which have not been subdivided and are generally privately owned. McDermott and Wilson reviewed the parcels for indication of reasons for future preservation to which the Council should be aware. The list was presented and is as follows beginning with the northwest moving clockwise to the south; Northwest Quadrant of the City - 1) 18 ac»-c: parcel - Camp Tiko on North Arm - Wilson reported that the camp is surrounded by high density and would be a great location for a future park and for a possible conservation easement. 2) Property adjacent to Cygnet and Watertown - Wilson noted this property to be somewhat cont.^oversial as to need but recognized as a small wooded lot with moderate density for a possible tot lot. There are larger parcels nearby which could be consider for a community park when subdivision occurs. The area is also near or in the area of the new Hwy 12 Corridor. Wilson indicated this property would be listed low on the level of priority. Flint said he was made aware of the high number of Orono passive parks as he reviewed the inventory list. He noted consideration should be given to community play fields as well. Wilson stated people move to the area because of its rural feel. McDermott felt the younger households moving in will want more active parks. 3) Property Adjacent to Luce Line on McCulley Road - This property is owned by the City. Wilson asked if the parking was provided by the City. Gerhardson recognized the parking but said it was being used unofficially. Wilson suggested the land be sold to the DNR Gerhardson said 40 acres had been purchased from the land owners. He noted parking is provided for the Luce Line at Stubbs Bay Road where motorized vehicles be^n to be allowed. Gerhardson said the property is zoned 5 acre. The land maintenance could possibly be shared by the City and the DNR. He noted the neighbors would be interested in knowing who owns and maintains the land. There is no designated use for the land at this time. 1