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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks and Recreation - 10/18/1976 I „i 1 t t V •1 1976 OCTOBER 4 18 MINUTES 1 � t CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE r j i� �1I ijjJJF Y r• i AGENDA ' EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS , RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION C Monday, October 4 , 1976 7 :30 PM, CITY HALL COMMISSION MEMBERS : Marvin Erickson, Tim Pierce , Richard Anderson , Paul Choiniere, Steve Fifield, William Garens , Francis Helmer, Jerry Kingrey, Geneva Middleton, Brian Mikkelson, Mary Upton COMMISSION STAFF : Marty Jessen , Director of Community Services Approx. Time to Begin Item 7 : 30 I . ROLL CALL II . APPROVAL OF AGENDA III . MINUTES OF AUGUST 2 , 1976 MEETING MINUTES OF AUGUST 16 , 1976 MEETING 7 :45 IV. PETITIONS , REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS A. Metropolitan Council ' s Ranking of 1977 LAWCON Grant Application. B. News Release from Pillsbury Co . Concerning Land at Anderson Lakes . C. Letter from Margaret Rogers and William Kucher Concerning Land for Sale. V. RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS A. Reports of Commissions 8 . 00 1 . Councilman Pierce a. Council action on Kucher/ Deaver 8 . 05 2 . School Board Director Middleton a. The Pool b . School Bond Referendum 3 . �. 4 . Parks , Recreation & Natural -2- Mon. , Oct. 4, 1976 Resources Commission B . Reports of Staff 8 : 10 1 . Draft "Park Use Ordinance" 8 : 3 0 2 . 1976 Playground Program Evaluation 8 : 40 3 . 1976 Beach Season Report 8 : 50 4 . Forestry Task Force Report 9 : 00 S . Consideration of Purchase of Leo Lund Property 9 : 10 6 . Cooperative Projects with Watershed. District 9 : 2 0 7 . Eden Prairie Stables Report: 9 : 30 8 . Report on Joint Meeting of Council 4 School Board Concerning Round Lake Develop- ment $ The Pool 9 : 4 0 9 . Report on Status of 1977 LAWCON Application 9 :55 10. Development Proposals a. Hidden Oaks VI . OLD BUSINESS 10 : 00 A. Capital Improvement Program 1 . Neigborhood Facilities 2 . Community Facilities 3 . Special Use Facilities 4 . Trails B . C. D. VII . NEW BUSINESS A. 10 : 15 VII . ADJOURNMENT APPROVED PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES CO)WSSION C Monday, October 4, 1976 7s30 PM. CITY HALL MEMBERS PRESENTS Chairman Marvin Erickson, William Garens, Jerry Kingrey, Richard Anderson, Paul Choiniere, Geneva Middleton, Tim Pierce, and Steve Fifield MCOM ABSENTS Francis Helmer, nary Upton, and Brian Mikkelson STAFF PRESENTt Marty Jessen, Director of Community Services Sandy Werts, Recreation Supervisor OTHERS PRESENTS None Chairman Erickson called the meeting to order at 7t30 P.M.. II. APPROVAL OF*AGENDA Addition of V. A.3. Attendance of Cormiissi gnar.w at PR & NR Meetings And��n " u VI. B. Di.scusaion of_Gun Ordinance - Choinigre " Vi. C. Minnesota Wildlife a2crea ion Are (. NOTIONs Anderson moved to ap prove the Agenda with additions. Choiniere seconded, motion carried unanimously. III. MINUM OF AUGUST 2 l= MA -TI Pg. 3, last para., sentence 31 delete "proceed with" and "attractive" add "evaluates after "might". Pg. 5, para. 1, add "Upton voted nay" " a a 34 a a n u MJTIONt Kingrey moved to approve the Minutes of the August 2, 1976 meeting as corrected. Anderson seconded, motion carried, with Choiniere and Garens abstaining because of absence. NIINUTES OF AUGUST 16 = MEETING Pg. 1, para. 4, sentence 2; delete "59803" It " " " " 3; add "There is a question as to actual number of homes." MOTIONS Choiniere moved to approve the Minutes of the August 16, 1976 meet- ing with corrections. Kingrey seconded, motion carried, with Anderson and Erickson abstaining because of absence. r Minutes - Parks, Roe. and Page 2 ( Natural Resources Commission approved October 4, 1976 l IV. PETITIONS, REQMTS & COMMIINICATIONS A. Metropolitan Council': RankiD& of 1977 LAWCON Grant Application Jessen spoke to the Memo of September 39, 1976 received from Phyllis Hanson, Parks and Open Space Staff, regarding the review of applications for local park funds. He added that the status of the 1977 LAWCON application has changed since this memo was received and it will be taken up later this evening. MOTION: Choiniere moved to receive and file the memo of September 3, 1976, received from Phyllis Hanson regarding Metro Council's ranking of 1977 LAWCON Grant applications. Garens seconded, motion carried unanimously. H. News Release from Pi dory Co. Conoerning Land at Anderson Lakes d , Jessen referred to the news release from the Pillsbury Co. concerning p their pending purchase from the Preserve, of 228 acres of land on which to build a new research and development center. He added that there has been some communication regarding Eden Prairie park plans and they have indicated support of them. MOTION: Garens moved to receive and file copy of News release from Pillsbury Co. dated September 13, 1976. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. ` C. Letter from Margaret Rogers and William Kxoohgr Concerning Land for Sale MOTION: Garens moved, to receive and file oo=unication of September 14, 1976, from Margaret Rogers and William F. Kucher. Choiniere seconded, motion carried unanimously, V. REQOMNZNDATIONS AR- REPORTS A. Reports of Commtsaians 1. Councilman Pierce a. Coacil action on Kucher/Deaver Jessen spoke to the action taken by the Council, as Councilman Pierce was not yet present. He said an appraiser had been selected to begin the task, at a cost of $400 to $500, and the report is expected to be in by October 22, He added that terms will be worked out and submitted to the Council and PR & NR Commission for their consideration. Jessen informed the Commission that the budget suggested by the PR & NR is esentially intact in the operating area, but that a couple of items were deleted in the capital improvements. He eeo-- C phasiaed that the budget submitted by the Commission was considered very carefully. as well as its recommendations, but the City Manager felt some items would have to be put off because of financial con- straints and bad asked Jessen to speak to the Commission about thin, ' r I Minutes - Parks, Rec. & Natural Page 3 Resources Commission approved October 4, 1976 i 2. School Board, D;Lreg&2r Middleton f a. The pQ.0,1 b. School Bond Referendum Middleton was not present yet, and it was agreed to discuss these items later in the Agenda under B.8. i 3. At_tendAnce of Commissioners at PR & NR meetings - Anderson Anderson spoke to the fact that Commission members have a responsibility to the Council and community to conduct business, and suggested that if a member cannot attend a meeting, they should notify Jessen as early as possible. Discussion of the process of re-appointment of Commission members, includ- ing youth members, took place. The By laws were referred to and read by Jessen, who commented that it is the Mayor's perrogative to suggest names if he chooses to do so, with approval of the Council. Choiniere suggested the reading of the attendance - present, exceused, and absent. MOTION: Garens moved that a letter of appreciation be sent to Mikkelson, C complimenting him on his fine attendance and contribution to the PR & NR Commission. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. Middleton arrived at the meeting at this time. MOTION: Garens moved that Jessen report back to the Commission at the next meeting on this year's attendance, and what action is being taken to appoint a new youth member. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. B. RevoorIs of Staff 1. Draft "Park Use Ordinance" MOTION: Garens moved to move this to item no. B. 11 on the Agenda, and to reconsider either at that time, depending on progress of the meeting, or at a future meeting. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. Pierce arrived at this point in the meeting. 2. 1976 Playground Program Evaluation Werts highlighted the evaluation report, commenting on the survey which had been sent to every parent except to the parents of the children in- volved with Playground on Wheels, because no registration was necessary. She said the total enrollment in the Munchkin and Swmner Fun. Program did increase this year, but not by much. She thought it was especially interest- ing that the majority of those who replied to the survey did not attend Summer School, participate in EPAA spring-summer sports, or take part in other summer recreation programs offered by the City. Minutes - Parks, Roe. & Page 4 Natural Resources Commission approved October 4, 1976 2. 1276 Uavero3and Program Eya'lluation (00 at t d Choiniere asked what changes she foresaw as a result of the feedback for next year. Nerts responded that some of the areas have a need for more leadership training. Choiniere expressed his opinion that the weakest area of the programs was communicating the program to the people. NOTIONS Choiniere moved to receive and file the 1976 Summer Playground Program report of September 17, 1976. Anderson seconded, motion carried r unanimously. 3. =6 Beach Season Report The report was discussed, with most of the Commission membore agreeing that it was a very positive report. Choiniere requested that Jessen submit an article to the newspaper informing residents of the success of the Beach c . Operation for 1976. MOTIONS Choiniere moved to receive and file the 1976 Beach Operation Report of October 1, 1976. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. 4. FQrestry Task Force Report _ M Jessen spoke to the Task Force iFhich-.had been directed by the Council to deal with some of the issues in the Dutch elm disease control program. He referred the Commission to the graph contained in the report, showing the costs and amount of trees that would be saved with various programs. As he pointed out, the "no control" program ultimately resulted in high costs with almost all of r the trees lost. Hefhvored an average cost program, because it could be spread !' over a period of years and more trees would survive. Jessen added that the r' Council is looking at each of the programs and will come up with a decision y as to which one they favor. He said that Eden Prairie has one of the most difficult problems with contro], because of the terrain, and the closeness of the landfill where diseased tree debris is being hauled to. He said there are indications that the spread of the disease can occur from this transporta- tion of diseased trees. As a recap as to where we are, Jessen said the total of identified diseased trees is in the range of 3,200 to 3,300 for this J `i year. He felt the committment of the State and City in terms of funding the r necessary steps to enforce the laws provided for the program have been com- pletely inadequate. S' MOTION: Pierce moved to receive and file the Forestry Task Force Report of September 1L4, 1976. Middleton seconded, motion carried unanimously. s 5. 22nsideration of purchase of the Leo Lund Property NOTION: Choiniere moved to recommend to the Council that-the City proceed to acquire the Lund property as recommended in the memo of September 171, 1976. Garens seconded, motion carried unanimously. Minutes - Parks, Rea. & Natural Page Resources Commission :approved October 4, 19T6 ( 6. Cooperative Projects_ with Watershed District Jessen said the Schaitberger property is high in priority on this list. He suggested application for funding for Lund property and one or two other properties. MOTION: Choiniere moved to recommend to the Council the cooperative pur- chase with the Riley-Purgatory Creek Watershed District of the following: r - Leo Lund property. development at Round Lake Park, and Kuoher/Deaver property. r Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. 7. Eden Prairie Stables es Repogt Jessen spoke to the unaudited financial statements of the Eden Prairie Stables. He said that one point of conoarn he had was that the philosophy of the operation is not entirely P y geared towards complete public recreational opportunity, and would like personally to see more program emphasis geared toward the casual equestrian interest and at a beginning level rather than at a very advanced level. He continued that this was understood at the time the lease was arranged, as there were no other proposals that contemplated better public recreation service than this particular one. Choiniere inquired as to what they were purchasing that was runing into depreciation. Jessen responded that since it is a corporation, they are purchasing tractors, saddles etc.. z Erickson questioned Jessen as to whether he felt the stables are better now than before. Jessen answered affirmative, because of better maintenance etc.. Choiniere asked what the time frame was for the extra stal.l.s, since the program F , is not community minded. Jessen responded that the stalls would be put in within two to three years, and he felt that at that time we could get into the al' public recreation area. MOTION: Choiniere moved to receive and file the memo of September 30, 1976 concerning the Financial Statement of the Eden Prairie Stables for the First' Year of Operation. Middleton seconded, motion carried unanimously. 8. Report Qn Joint Meetj" of Council & School Board Concerning Round Lake Development & The Pool Jessen spoke to the Joint Resolution of Council and Board of Education. He said that generally they are under terms and conditions that we have discussed and are satisfactory to both parties and in the best interest of both. Choiniere questioned the legality of taxpayers paying for a pool and not having the right to vote "for" or "against" it. Jessen explained that the procedure is legal under the Joint Powers Act, where a contract arrangement canibe k4 entered into and allows them to specify these kinds of terms. He added that C the City Attorney, after reviewing it, said it was legal. He continued that the construction costs will fall only to people living in the school district. MOTION: Kingrey moved to receive and file the Joint Resolution of the Eden Prairie Council and Board of Education, concerning the site development at _ Round Lake. Middleton seconded. Motion carried unanimously. Minutes - Parks, Rec. and Natural Page 6 Resources Commission ,approved October 4, 1976 9. R-euort on Status of 1977 LAWCON AnnlicAtion Jessen reported that the status has chatiged.to reflect the three points outlined on the memo of .September 30, 1976. He said a maximum of $100,000 for one project is available. He referred to the straw ballot taken among Commission members indicating that 60% favored Round Lake Park for first priority of 1977. He added that the Metro Council and State Planning Agency, in further review of all of our . applications, have now concurred on the priority. ' Pierce, referring to the two constraints, was concerned whether they were tied to the success or failure of the school bond. Jessen res- ponded negative. Choiniere expressed his disapproval of the development of Round Lake taking place before the neighborhood facilities, which he felt was more of a priority. Middleton commented that her understanding of the intent of the LAWCON funding was for a community park, rather than for a neighborhood facility. Jessen added that Round Lake was purchased by LAWOON funds in the past, and the Metro Council is more prone to grant funds in areas which are Calready developed. Kingrey felt this development was important because it uotild,fullfill many of the needs of the EPAA. Jessen felt that the cash fee mechanism should be the primary tool for development. of-the'neighborhood facilities. Anderson commented that the mistake of poor planning between school systems and City is very common over the state, and he felt with this joint effort, we have a chance to get the most from our money. Anderson questioned Middleton on whether the community will get maximum use of the pool if it is located at the high school site. Middleton res- ponded that she favors a pool in the Middle School, but economically the high school site is better. She added that parking facilities would be a problem, as well as using new materials to build on an old base. MOTIONt Garens moved to receive and file the Report on the Status of 1977 LAWCON Grant Application dated September 30, 1976. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. 10. Development Promsale a. Hidden Oaks ( MOTIONt Choiniere moved to recommend to the Council that the plan is acceptable, and .that no cash park fee is suggested as the Preserve has fullfilled their open space committments. Anderson seconded, motion carried unanimously. Minutes - Parks, Roo. and Natural Page 7 Resources Commission approved October 4, 1976 11. ___fit_"Pe IIae Ordinance" MOTIONS Anderson moved to hold discussion on the drafting of "Park use ordinance" to the next meeting. Garens seconded, motion carried unanimously. Jessen reouested that Commissioners call in any suggestions that they may have on the park ordinance. VI. Odd? BUSINESS A. Capital Improvement Program Jessen suggested that discussion be postponed indefinitely except where it refers to pertinent development. He added that discussion will be pending the school bond issue. MOTIONs Garens moved to table capital improvement indefinitely, in view of the fact that we want to keep an open mind. Kingrey seconded, t motion carried unanimously. B. DDisouasion of Qqn Or nance - ChoW-M Choiniere questioned the process of making application for a permit. Jessen agreed to discuss the matter with Officer Hacking, to work out a solution. C. Minnesota Wildlife Recreation Area - Choiniere Jessen spoke to status of the Minnesota Wildlife Recreation Area Bill, which has been approved by the senate and is now ready for the Presidentls signature. He added that one of the officials indicated that acquisition proceedings will begin about 1978, because of environment issues etc.. Anderson informed the Commission that consideration of changing of the boundaries for hunting is on the Council's Agenda for their next meeting. VII. ADJOUR104HI`1_T Kingrey moved to adjourn at 9s50 P.M.. Garene seconded, motion carried. Submitted by, Donna Stanley Recording Secretary AGENDA f EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION Monday, October 18, 1976 7:30 PM. , CITY HALL COMMISSION MEMBERS: Marvin Erickson, Tim Pierce, Richard Anderson, Paul Choiniere, Steve Fifield, William Garens, Francis Helmer, Jerry Kingrey, Geneva Middleton, Brian Mikkelson, Mary Upton COMMISSION STAFF: Marty Jessen, Director of Community Services Approx. Time to Begin Item 7:30 I. ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. MINUTES OF OCTOBER 4, 1976 MEETING 7:45 IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS A. Request from the Howard Kaerwer's for City Participation in some Nine-Mile Creek Improvements B. V. RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS 8:00 A. Reports of Commissioners I. Councilman Pierce 2. School Board Director Middleton 3. Chairman Erickson a. Attendance Report B. Reports of Staff 8:30 1. Park Use Ordinance 2. Development Proposals Stewart Highlands VI. OLD BUSINESS A. B. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. 9:15 VIII. ADJOURNMENT APPROVED PAF&S, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION C Monday, October 18, 1976 7:30 PM CITX HALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Chairman Marvin Erickson, William Garens, Tim Pierce, Francis Helmer, Mary Upton, Jerry Kingrey, Geneva Middleton, Paul Choiniere, ,and Steve Fifield MEKBERS ABSENT: Richard Anderson (excused) Brian Mikkelson (asked to be relieved of duties as member) STAFF PRESENT: Marty Jessen, Director of Community Services Sandy Warts, Recreation Supervisor OTHERS PRESENT: None Chairman Erickson called the meeting to order at 7:30 PM. II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Addition of VI. A. Purgatory Creek Studv - Jessen a to a B. Dutch FLm Disease - IInton III. MINUTES OF OCTOBER A 1976 MEETING Kingrey moved to approve Minutes of October 4, 1976 meeting as published. Pierce seconded, motion carried. IV. PETITIONS. REQUESTS & CONMICATION3 A. Request from the Howard Kgerwer's for City Particitnwation in some Nine-Mile Creek-Lmpmvemente Jessen spoke to the request, explaining that the Kaerwerls have committed to dedicating approximately 1.3 acres of their property along the creek to public ownership so that a coordinated plan and management program can be implemented for primarily passive recreation pursuits. He spoke to the 19 acres of land which Northern States Power did deed to the City for the establishment of a park along Nine-Mile Creek. He added that Kaerwer has now offered to provide some Hinds for the first part of this development. He said that at this point, the question is whether the request makes sense to the City, and if so, we will proceed to discussion with the Nine-Mile Creek Watershed District. Jessen explained, in response to questions by Helmer and Upton, that the City will try to get a trail easement from the land owners in the Topview area, and felt this would not be a problem if we can eliminate any encroachment into their back yards. Minutes - Parks, Rec. and Page 2 Natural Resources Commission approved October 18, 1976 t Kingrey asked about future land use for the remaining property. Jessen responded that he felt it would be single family dwellings. Pierce inquired as to how much money was involved and whether any would be required by the City. Jessen said only $1,000 to $2,000 was involved, wit1 no City money required. Choiniere arrived at 7s45 P.M.. MOTION: Middleton moved to accept the request from Howard Kaerwer in con- cept, and to contact the Watershed District for consideration, bringing it back to the Commission. Helmer seconded, motion carried unanimously. V. RECOMMENDATIONS AND REPORTS A. Retorts of Commissioners 1. Councilmgn pierce - Pierce spoke to request by Council that Jessen re-negotiate with Mr. Lund, as they felt the appraised value was too high for the property. He added cthatt the reason behind this was citizen outcry against land purchased Y the City which they felt was too high. He continued that the Council did designate the the Kuoher/Deaver or Area H as possible project for 1977, Jessen added that the Council felt there were other areas with higher priority than Area H of the Preserve, but that it was an item put before the Watershed District to let them know that it was coming up. Kingrey inquired about the appraisal of the Lund property, noting that some of the Council viewed the value as too high. Jessen responded that the appraisal was done using proper appraisal standards, but that there was some question as to how good the access was to that property and also the flood plain situation. He added that the appraiser had made an adjustment for these problems. Kingrey said he felt it was important that not only is the Coommisssion aware of the value of the land in question, but also any points may have an effect on the appraisal, with no intention of picking the appraisal apart. Erickson felt it was too technical of a situation for the Commission to be involved in the actual appraisals and thinking of these properties. 2. school Board Director Middleton No report - general comments were made concerning school bond issue. Carens arrived at 705 P.M.. i r, .77 Minutes - Parks, Rea. and Page 3 Natural Resources Commission approved October 78,, 1976 3. Chairman Erick a. Attendance R=ort Chairman Erickson re-stated request that members inform Jessen if they will be unable to attend a meeting, allowing enough-.. time to postpone a meeting if a quorum will not be present to conduct business. B. Reports of Staff 1. Park Use Ordinance Jessen spoke to the rough draft that would govern the use of parks and activities taking place. He said it was a framework for general conduct. rather than specialized rules for a code of conduct for all instances. He felt these will change and will need periodic re-evalua- tion, and the amending of an ordinance is a very complicated procedure, therefore. it should be worded so changes can be made in one evening. The Park Use Ordinance was discussed with following comments and re- quests for changes Helmer felt that adults should be 'able to smoke on or near the ioe while watching hockey games etc*';" Upton requested the changing of age from four to nix years old under Section 4 - RRestrooms. Choiniere requested addition of "speoially designated people" inserted after "peace officers" under Section 6 - Firesrms. After discussion of the leashing of dogs, it was agreed they should be leashed in picnic and beach areas, but not required in open areas where they can be trained eta.. Garens objected to floatation devices being permitted anywhere on the lake. Warts explained that it was very difficult to control. Deletion of "bathing" under Section 10 - No. 2 It was agreed that fish houses on the lake all winter would be per- mitted, as per State Law. Lakes will be posted when it was safe for skating. Choiniere questioned hard liquor being allowed. Warts said it was a question of enforcement. Kingrey added that he felt it should be a renewable part of the Ordinance._ and he understands that the Ordineinoa is annually reviewed and many items oan be watched for effect. g Pierce left meeting at 8s50 P.M.. 2. Development Proposals Stewart Highlands Jessen spoke to the proposal, which he located as across from Topview Acres. He said the only thing we need to be concerned with is the cash park fee. r Minutes - Parks, Roe. & Page ,4 Natural Resources Commission approved October 18, 1976 C 2. Stewart Highlands (coat'd) MOTION: Kingrey moved recommendation of the Stewart Highlands Development Proposal to the Council, subject to the cash park fee and adequate easement along County Rd. 60. Garens seconded, motion carried unanimously. VI. OLD BUSINESS A. Purgatory Creek Study - Jessen Jessen spoke to what is happening along Purgatory Creek, such as Hustad's development plans for the next few years. He asked the Commission to consider the following questions: how much land is suggested by the Study? how is it to be acquired? purchased or ac- quired? in lieu of cash fee in exchange for higher density? He said -� the major question is what do we see as uses for the corridor based on the Purgatory Creek Study? He continued that the options would bet private creek corridor; semi-private option, and semi-public option. He said that when the Council adopted the Study as a guide for the City they also adopted an eight point recommendation directing the Planning Commission, PR & NR Commission and Staff to investigate various elements of the Study. He suggested a joint meeting with the Planning Commission and a tour of Purgatory Creek. It was agreed upon to schedule the joint meeting for November 89 before the regular PR & NR meeting. The tour would take place at 5t00 P.M.. Kingrey requested maps of the area be available. B. Dutch Elm Disease - Uuton Upton was concerned because the two mill increase for the Dutch Elm Disease program did not come up before the Commission, and said she had received many questions about it. Jessen explained that the Council had chartered a special task force to study all aspects of the question and there were six options to be considered by the Council ranging from the "do nothing" plan Where the cost'will.be felt over a six to eight year period to other options where the cost is stretched out over fifteen to twenty-five years. He said the problem was the difficulty in getting people to cooperate in the removal of diseased trees. He said if the City orders it done, it takes thirty days. Jessen said there have been examples of quick removal of diseased trees with little or slow spread of the disease. Speaking for the Council, Jessen said if we are to have a controlled program, we should do something positive to see that the trees are removed promptly. MOTION: Choiniere moved that it is the recommendation of the Commission that the City of Eden Prairie rescind its program for Dutch Elm disease and study it on a reasonable basis; defining reasonable basis as not to include a special two mill levy for the taxpayers, -but to comply with the program of State mandatory guide lines. Kingrey seconded, motion carried unanimously. Minutes - Parks, Rea. & Page 5 Natural Resources Commission approved October 7.8', 1976 , B. Dutch Elm Disease (contj, Kingrey, was concerned that other taxing levels will do the same after we pay-for it for two years or so. Jessen oommented that the purpose of the program was to subsidize pivperty owners who will have to take down their trees, with the City hauling and disposing of the trees properly, and secondly, to supply replacement trees. VIII. ARJOURNM T, Helmer moved to adjourn at 9:25 P.M.. Kingrey seconded, motion carried unanimously. Submitted by, Donna Stanley Recording Secretary r CITY OFFICES / 9950 EDEN PRAIRIE ROAD / EDEN PRAIRIE, MINNESOTA 55343 / TELEPHONE (612) 941.2262 �w C/ October 18, 1976 Brian Mikkel.son 6635 195th Ave. West Eden Prairie, Minnesota 55343 Dear Brian: On behalf of the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission, I would like to extend my sincere thanks for your service to our community as a member of the Commission. Sincerely, C Marvin Erickson, Chairman Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission ME:md i