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MINUTES OF THE ORONO CITY COUNCIL MEETING May 29, 2001 • ( #01 -2687 CPV Development, Final Plat of Kokesh Farm, Continued) Weinberger stated the wells to his understanding in this area are about 300 feet down, and he is unsure what the long -term environmental affect would be. Sansevere commented that this might be an area where a trail is not appropriate. Sansevere stated he had the understanding when he reviewed the area that the fence line was right on the property line or right next to it, which appears to be incorrect. Sansevere stated it would not be feasible to put a trail along Orchard Park due to the closeness of the homes to the road in that area. Alshouse concurred that a trail in this area is not appropriate. White stated he has a concern regarding the removal of the tree line in this area. White commented a trail in this area does not appear to make sense and that there are too many impediments to overcome in order to construct a trail. Nygard inquired whether the findings from the Watershed District were okay. Weinberger stated they are, but questioned when the City would receive the mylars from the County. Alshouse stated the County has reviewed them and would get them back to us within a couple of days. Alshouse stated he cannot file those since the City needs to have them, and requested that final plat approval be given subject to all necessary documents being submitted to the City. Flint stated if a north/south trail is not going to work, he would like to go back to what was discussed on April 91h, which would just be a trail along the south side. Flint noted the trail would not be constructed at this time since it does not go anywhere but the Park Commission could bank the land for the future. Flint stated in many cases a trail cannot be envisioned until the whole thing is there. Flint stated if Alshouse would be willing to move the trail over on the west side of the property, very few trees would need to be removed. Flint stated a 12 foot easement would be given to the City with no trail being constructed at this time. Alshouse stated he would prefer not to have a trail on either side. Alshouse stated a 12 foot trail easement would affect the neighbors' homes that are located close to the road. Flint moved, White seconded, to approve and adopt a Resolution approving the final plat of Kokesh Farm, subject to receipt of the mylars, approval by the Minnehaha Watershed District, and a 12 foot trail easement along Watertown Road. Sansevere stated he would encourage this Council or future Councils not to allow horses on the trail if one is constructed along Watertown Road in order to limit the size of the trail. Sansevere stated he would limit the use of this trail due to the closeness of the homes in this area to the trail. Sansevere questioned whether it would be more appropriate to take a park dedication fee in this instance in order to help fund the proposed improvements at the other parks. McDermott noted the Park Commission did recommend a mix of cash and land in this case • PAGE 20