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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR ORONO PARK COMMISSION ^ <br />MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 2, 1996 ^ <br />(#4A - Park and Open Space Identification - Continued) <br />17) Land Behind Ice Rink - Gerhardson noted the land as nice high ground. <br />18) Lots around Highwood - Gerhardson indicated there is good frontage for access. <br />19) Soccer Field Area by Minnetonka Art Center - Wilson noted the area was <br />problematic and should probably be eliminated. <br />Wilson indicated there were few parcels of land for recommendation in the southern <br />portion of the City as it is densely populated. <br />20) Land owned by Mr. Lupient > White noted this land as being a beautiful natural area <br />and should be considered for a conservation easement. <br />B. LONG TERM FUNDING (WHITE, CHAIR) <br />White reported he has begun accumulating information and ideas on funding. He noted <br />options available of royalties, community center development, permit fees, and annual <br />fees. White met with a member of the State Department of Transportation, who informed <br />him of funding available through alternative transportation modes, such as ISTEA. <br />Flint indicated revenues were another area for funding. He cited an example of summer <br />recreation programs which are budgeted by cities. White noted the survey did indicate the <br />residents would be willing to pay more for certain activities. <br />White will provide additional information at the January meeting. <br />C. COMMUNITY' PLAY FIELDS AND HIGHER ACTIVITY PARK AREAS <br />(ILSE, CHAIR) <br />No report was given. <br />D. TREE PLANTINGS AND NATURAL BUFFER ZONES (PEAL, CHAIR) <br />No report was given. A committee update was provided in November. <br />4