6.1 SR 05-13-2013 Elk REQUEST FOR ACTION
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TO ITEM NUMBER
Mayor and City Council 6.1
AGENDA SECTION MEETING DATE PREPARED BY
Work Session May 13, 2013 Michael Hecker, Parks &Recreation
Director
ITEM DESCRIPTION REVIEWED By
Discuss Acquisition of the Houlton Property Cal Portner, City Administrator
REVIEWED BY
ACTION REQUESTED
Council discussion regarding the possible acquisition of the Houlton property.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
At the May 7,2012, City Council Work Session it was first discussed that staff was approached by
Dotseth Realty regarding the city's interest in purchasing the Houlton property. The GIS map indicates
the full property is about 315 acres of which about 36 acres or 11.4% of the property sits out of the flood
zone. The City Council directed staff last spring to pursue possible opportunities without any financial
impact or obligation.
The Parks and Recreation Commission and staff toured the property last fall. Staff has maintained
communication with both Dotseth Realty representing the Houlton family and possible funding partners
such as the Conservation Fund.
Last week, the Minnesota Director of the Conservation Fund,Steve Hobbs,informed staff that he has
worked out a partnership with the DNR and other local conservation groups to fund the purchase of the
property.
Mr. Hobbs will provide an overview of his proposed partnership to the Council and discuss the possible
acquisition,including the city's role as the land owner.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
No direct financial obligation at this time, except for staff time to pursue funding sources for acquisition.
ATTACHMENTS
■ Houlton Property Exhibits
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