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ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FOR FEBRUARY 14, 2000 (Access Options for Narrows Dock Lots, continued) The Council discussed the possibility of permit parking along the street for dock lot owners only. Gappa explained about 5 cars could be parked in the 100 foot area near the docks along County Road 19. Currently there is no legal street parking near the docks. Mayor Jabbour stated the neighbors should attend a meeting to discuss the issue, and that city staff should send a letter stating the Council's intent that the property owners work out a solution to this problem prior to the Council meeting. He asked that a meeting be scheduled for the Council meeting on March 27, 2000. 11. Seasonal Weight Restrictions — Resolution No. 4423 Kelley questioned changing the seasonal weight limit from 4 -ton to 9 -ton on North Ferndale Road. Gappa stated it was recommended that the limit be changed because the road is a major collection road and was just reconstructed up to a 10 -ton load standard. Mayor Jabbour moved, and Sansevere seconded, adopting Resolution No. 4423 establishing Weight Restrictions on Orono Public City Streets, per staff recommendations. • Vote: Ayes 4, Nays 1. Kelley opposed 12. Navarre Park Improvements Andrew McDermott and Rick Meyers were in attendance. The Park Commission has had several meetings, including some neighborhood meetings. The community made a list of desired renovations. The Commission has worked to decrease the cost resulting in three plans: one at $255,000, one at $147,000, and one at $125,000. The applicants have a list of basic requirements for the park: parking, an accessible path for people with disabilities, accessible play equipment, a water source, and separate play areas for big and little kids. The applicants noted that this park serves over 800 houses. They have looked into different means of funding the renovations including: donations, grants from the Met Council and the DNR, and pull -tabs. The most likely source is the DNR grant. They have already submitted an application for the DNR grant, which will match funds with other sources. Peterson suggested they approach the Lions Club. Gappa noted that walking along County Road 19 is hazardous. He suggested they look into using State Aid money to build a sidewalk. Mayor Jabbour asked if the park could be renovated partly in 2000 and partly in 2001. •