10-08-96 PRCTTY OF OTSEGO REGULAR PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING IN
THE CITY OF OTSEGO, COUNTY OF WRIGHT, STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR CONDMSION MEETING
OCTOBER 8, 1996
MEMBERS PRESENT
GUESTS
Tom Baillargeon - Chair
Merland Otto
Tom Constant
Jeff Asthal
Jeff Bartheld
Mark Benning
Debbie Canon
Roche Martin
Darlene Solberg
1. CALL METING TO ORDER
Tom Baillaigeon called the meeting to order at 7:00 PM.
2. REVIEW MINUTES OF SEER 10 MEETING
Merland reported that the beginning of item 5 should read - Merland Otto presented an overview
of the plan outline needed to improve this plan. This would include systems of review, establish
inventory, and trail corridors. Also, evaluate and select routes and establish and design standards.
It was also noted that Ron Black's name was not listed as being present at the meeting.
Roche moved to approve the minutes with the above changes_ Tom Constant secondod the
motion
3. OPEN FORUM
Mark Bening asked if we had received information on activities available through Monticello's
radio station We hadn't received theca. He will check on it.
4. CITY COUNCIL
Nothing
5. BEM WAY PATH
The Board reviewed the Otsego Bike and Trail Plan's Table of Contents, Introduction and
Summary and Part H - Goals and Policies. This is a partial plan presented by Merland.
Jeff B. made a motion to accept the Table of Contents. Tom C. seconded the motion
Roche noted that the Lefebrve land purchased for the bike path is not shown on the potential trail
map.
Toon C. suggested we add Alternative Use to Summary - snowmobile and cross-country skiing.
ATV grails were addressed. Merland will check on trail standards.
0ome possible chanes suggested:
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Page 11-2 Third last paragmph - Pedestrians and bicyclists shall be afforded rights-of-way
separated from motorized traffic at a minimum along collectors arterial and higher classified
streets.
Page 11-2 Second lest paragraph - Adequate lighting and outdoor furniture shall be considered
in urbanized areas of heavy pedestrian movement.
Page 11-2 bast paragraph - Pedestrian street crossings on heavily traveled streets shall be clearly
marked and/or lighted -
Page 11-3 Fourth last paragraph - Provide safe, accessible, and organized- trail facilities for
pedesttimr and bicycle movement through the City in both urban and rural areas_
Merland reported that plans are constructed for Grants but need to be adjusted to the budget.
6. FALL EVENTS
Hay ride and haunted house activities. October, 26th
Haunted house will be open from 6 PM to 8 PM and be in the warming house only.
Tom B moved to budget $400 for the activities and refreshments. Darlene seconded the motion.
A meeting to work on the event was set up for October 21 st.
A March for Paries was suggested as a Spring activity.
7. WINTER EVENTS '
The Winter Fest is scheduled for January 25th upon approval by City Council.
Citizens may drop off their Christmas trees at the Park for use during the Winter Fest.
8. TOVVFN HALL RENOVATION
Jeff B. reported that we will need a permit to move the building to the park and we will need a
Conditional Use Permit.
Jeff will get this item on the October 14th City Council agenda.
9. PAY BILLS
Nothing
10. OTH$R ITEMS OF CONCERN
Nothing
11. ADJOURN
Jeff B. moved to adjourn. Debbie seconded the motion.
Deborah Carron
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