7.4. SR 12-19-2016 EOty1� ,.,�� Request for Action
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To Item Number
Mayor and City Council 7.4
Agenda Section Meeting Date Prepared by
Public Hearings December 19, 2016 BrieAnna Simon, Planner
Item Description Reviewed by
Roger Whiteoak—20927 Elk Lake Rd NW Zack Carlton,Planning Manager
■ Simple Plat Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Action Requested
Adopt,by resolution, the Final Plat of Whiteoak with the following conditions:
1. Park Dedication Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable when the
subdivision is released for recording. The current rate for low density residential is $1,425.93 per
dwelling unit.
2. Surface Water Management Impact Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable
when the subdivision is released for recording. The current rate is $113 per lot.
3. The plat shall not be released until the wetland delineation is approved by the Technical
Evaluation Panel and updated as directed.
4. Submittal of written approval from Sherburne County permitting an additional driveway for the
new parcel.
5. Staff approval of all required development and grading plans.
The Parks and Recreation Commission also recommends the following condition:
6. A 10-foot wide trail easement shall be required along the entire western side of Lot 2, Block 1.
Background/Discussion
Case No. P 16-18
The property is on the east side of Elk Lake Rd NW across from the intersection of 2091h Ave and zoned
R-1a Single Family Residential with a minimum lot size of 2.5 acres and 160 feet of public street frontage.
The applicant is proposing to split the property into two parcels, one new buildable lot, and one lot for
the existing home. The proposed lot,with the existing home,is 2.62 acres and the buildable lot is 3.96
acres. The remaining 2.16 acres will be dedicated as public right-of-way.
Analysis
Comprehensive Plan
The property has a Rural Residential Land Use and the chief land use in this area is single family detached
homes without public utilities.
Parks and Recreation
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan provides guidance for trails along arterial roadways (e.g., Elk Lake
Road), specifically"prioritize trails or other safety measures in places with low visibility or other
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dangerous conditions (curves, topographic change,build entrances, difficult intersections, etc.). Aim for a
trail on one side of the street on all collector and arterial streets." Trail Connectivity, as indicated in the
Master Plan on exhibit 5.6, shows a trail corridor along Elk Lake Rd NW. Staff recommends locating the
trail on the west side of Elk Lake Rd.
Parks and Recreation Commission - October 12, 2016
The Parks and Recreation Commission, on October 12, 2016,recommended Park Dedication be paid for
one dwelling unit. The current rate is $1,425.93 per dwelling unit. Staff will determine the final amount
when the plat is released for recording.
On October 12, 2016, the Parks and Recreation Commission was made aware of the topography, curves,
and other physical features along this area. The Commission recommended (7-0) that a trail easement be
required along the western side of the subject property (i.e., east side of Elk Lake Rd NW). No direction
on easement width was provided. The City Council approved the plat on October 17, 2016,with the
Park and Recreation Commission recommendation to include a trail easement, again no easement width
was specified.
City Council Meeting- November 21, 2016
During the Open Forum at the November 21, 2016, City Council meeting, the applicant spoke, stating
they were confused about the approved trail easement. As they interpret the tail location of the Parks
Master Plan to be along the west side of the road, the applicant questioned why an easement was required
when their property is on the east side of the road. The City Council directed the applicant to reapply for
the plat requesting the trail easement on the property to be removed.
Parks and Recreation Commission - December 14, 2016
On December 14, 2016, the Parks and Recreation Commission re-reviewed the application.
The applicants spoke during the public hearing and questioned how the city can require an easement on
the east side of Elk Lake Road when the Master Plan shows a future trail that appears to be on the west
side of Elk Lake Road. They stated that if the intent was to leave opportunities for interpretation of a
future trail location, the map is unclear and misleading to the public. They also questioned how the city
can require a cash dedication for Park Dedication, as well as an easement for public use. They
understand they own the land under the easement but when a trail is constructed on their property for
the public,it becomes "public land" and not just their land. They feel it is two forms of dedication.
The Commission recommended (4-3) that a 10-foot trail easement be required along the western side of
Lot 2 Block 1 of the proposed plat (i.e., east side of Elk Lake Rd NW).
Applicable Regulation
Approval of a plat may only be ordered if the following findings have been made, as outlined in Section
30-375:
1. The proposed subdivision is consistent Pith the honing regulations (article VI of this chaptev) and confoa-ms in all
respects�a ith all reguire�nents of this Code, including the honing regulations and this article.
The property is zoned R-1a and the proposed subdivision is consistent with the zoning regulations
outlined in the city code and approved plans.
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2. The proposed subdivision is consistent�a ith all applicable general and specialised city, county, and regional plans,
including but not limited to, the city's comprehensive developmentplan.
The proposed subdivision does not conflict with any city, county, or regional plans,including the
Comprehensive Plan.
3. The physical characteristics of the site, including but not limited to topography, soils, vegetation, susceptibility to
erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding and drainage are suitable for the type and density of development and
uses contemplated.
The site is suitable for the proposed development. Primary and secondary septic locations are located
on the plat.
4. The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for zvater supply, storm drainage, sera age transportation, erosion
control and all other services,facilities and improvements other�a ise required in this article.
The subdivision has adequate provision for all required facilities.
5. The proposed subdivision Pill not cause substantial environmental damage.
The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental damage.
6. The proposed subdivision Pill not conflict Pith easements of record or Pith easements established by judgment of a
court.
As there are no existing easements,new easements will be established with the final plat.
7. The proposed subdivision Pill not have an undue and adverse impact on the reasonable development of neighboring
land.
The proposed subdivision will not have an undue and adverse impact on the reasonable development
of neighboring land.
(8) Theproposed subdivision is notpremature.A subdivision ispremature if any of the following exists:
a. Lack of adequate stoimzvater drainage.
b. Lack of adequate roads.
c. Lack of adequate sanitary sezver systems.
d. Lack of adequate off-site public improvements or support systems.
All of the above services or improvements will be connected or constructed as part of the
development.
The project is consistent with all required findings for approval of a plat.
If denial of the plat should occur,it shall accompany recommendations or determinations by findings or a
report stating how the proposed use does not comply with the standards set forth in Section 30-375.
Financial Impact
None
Statutory Review Period
Per State Statute, the required 120-day review period for a plat ends on March 23, 2017.
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Attachments
■ Location Map
■ Area Zoning Map
■ Applicant's Narrative dated October 3,2016
■ Preliminary Plat
■ Final Plat
■ Final Plat Resolution
■ Parks and Recreation memo dated October 12, 2016
■ Memo from Parks and Recreation Director Michael Hecker dated December 15, 2016
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October 3, 2016
To Whom It May Concern:
We would like to divide our land and make a buildable lot for future use on the
south side of our property.
If you have any additional questions please feel free to contact me.
Sincerely,
Roger & Deb Whiteoak
20927 Elk Lake Rd NW
Elk River MN 55330
763-441-7415 home
612-979-6042 Roger cell
belle20927@gmail.com
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City of
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Resolution 16-
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Granting Final Plat Approval for
Whiteoak, Case No. P 16-22
WHEREAS, application has been made for final plat approval,pursuant to Section 30-374
of the Elk River City Code of Ordinances, of the property legally described on attached
Exhibit A and hereinafter referred to as "the Property"; and
WHEREAS, a preliminary plat of the Property was approved by the City Council on
December 19, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the proposed final plat is consistent with the preliminary plat as approved by
the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the proposed final plat complies with each of the conditions set forth by the
City Council in its approval of the preliminary plat of the Property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
1. It is hereby determined by the City Council for the City of Elk River as follows:
A. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the Chapter of 30 of the City
Code of Ordinances and conforms with all of its requirements.
B. The proposed subdivision is consistent with all applicable general and
specialized city, county, and regional plans including,but not limited to, the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
C. The physical characteristics of the site,including,but not limited to,
topography, soils,vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation,
susceptibility to flooding, and drainage are suitable for the type and density
of development and uses contemplated.
D. The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for water supply, storm
drainage, sewage transportation, erosion control and all other services,
facilities and improvements otherwise required herein.
E. The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental
damage.
F. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of record or with
easements established by judgment of a NATUREJ
G. The proposed subdivision will not have an undue or adverse impact on the
reasonable development of neighboring land.
2. Final plat approval is hereby granted for the Property, subject to the conditions set
forth in attached Exhibit B.
3. The officers of the City are hereby authorized, once the conditions set forth in
Exhibit B are met and complied with, to sign the final plat for the Property and to
issue a certified copy of this Resolution giving final approval of the plat.
4. The owner of the Property is authorized to record the final plat as required by law
and shall file proof of said recording with the City. No building permits will be
issued for the Property until the final plat is recorded.
5. This final plat approval shall expire two years from the date of this resolution if the
final plat is not recorded within that time.
Passed and adopted this 19th day of December,2016.
John J. Dietz,Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City NATUREI
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
The Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter and of the Northwest Quarter of the
Southwest Quarter lying East of County Road No. 1, Section 17,Township 33, Range 26,
Sherburne County,MN.
NATUREJ
EXHIBIT B
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Park dedication shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable when the
subdivision is released for recording. The current rate for low density residential is
$1,425.93 per dwelling unit.
2. Surface Water Management Impact Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the
rate applicable when the subdivision is released for recording. The current rate is
$113 per lot.
3. The plat shall not be released until the wetland delineation is approved by the
Technical Evaluation Panel and updated as directed.
4. Submittal of written approval from Sherburne County permitting an additional
driveway for the new parcel.
5. Staff approval of all required development and grading plans.
6. A ten foot wide trail easement shall be required along the entire western side of the
subject NATUREJ
City of
Elk
River
Resolution 16-
A Resolution of the City of Elk River Granting Final Plat Approval for
Whiteoak, Case No. P 16-22
WHEREAS, application has been made for final plat approval,pursuant to Section 30-374
of the Elk River City Code of Ordinances, of the property legally described on attached
Exhibit A and hereinafter referred to as "the Property"; and
WHEREAS, a preliminary plat of the Property was approved by the City Council on
December 19, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the proposed final plat is consistent with the preliminary plat as approved by
the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the proposed final plat complies with each of the conditions set forth by the
City Council in its approval of the preliminary plat of the Property;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED
1. It is hereby determined by the City Council for the City of Elk River as follows:
A. The proposed subdivision is consistent with the Chapter of 30 of the City
Code of Ordinances and conforms with all of its requirements.
B. The proposed subdivision is consistent with all applicable general and
specialized city, county, and regional plans including,but not limited to, the
City's Comprehensive Plan.
C. The physical characteristics of the site,including,but not limited to,
topography, soils,vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation,
susceptibility to flooding, and drainage are suitable for the type and density
of development and uses contemplated.
D. The proposed subdivision makes adequate provision for water supply, storm
drainage, sewage transportation, erosion control and all other services,
facilities and improvements otherwise required herein.
E. The proposed subdivision will not cause substantial environmental
damage.
F. The proposed subdivision will not conflict with easements of record or with
easements established by judgment of a NATUREJ
G. The proposed subdivision will not have an undue or adverse impact on the
reasonable development of neighboring land.
2. Final plat approval is hereby granted for the Property, subject to the conditions set
forth in attached Exhibit B.
3. The officers of the City are hereby authorized, once the conditions set forth in
Exhibit B are met and complied with, to sign the final plat for the Property and to
issue a certified copy of this Resolution giving final approval of the plat.
4. The owner of the Property is authorized to record the final plat as required by law
and shall file proof of said recording with the City. No building permits will be
issued for the Property until the final plat is recorded.
5. This final plat approval shall expire two years from the date of this resolution if the
final plat is not recorded within that time.
Passed and adopted this 19th day of December,2016.
John J. Dietz,Mayor
ATTEST:
Tina Allard, City NATUREI
EXHIBIT A
LEGAL DESCRIPTION
The Southwest Quarter of the Northwest Quarter and of the Northwest Quarter of the
Southwest Quarter lying East of County Road No. 1, Section 17,Township 33, Range 26,
Sherburne County,MN.
NATUREJ
EXHIBIT B
CONDITIONS OF APPROVAL
1. Park dedication shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable when the
subdivision is released for recording. The current rate for low density residential is
$1,425.93 per dwelling unit.
2. Surface Water Management Impact Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the
rate applicable when the subdivision is released for recording. The current rate is
$113 per lot.
3. The plat shall not be released until the wetland delineation is approved by the
Technical Evaluation Panel and updated as directed.
4. Submittal of written approval from Sherburne County permitting an additional
driveway for the new parcel.
5. Staff approval of all required development and grading NATUREJ
Request for Action
To
Parks and Recreation Commission
Item Number
X.X
Agenda Section
Action Items
Meeting Date
December 14, 2016
Prepared by
Steve Benoit, Recreation Manager
Item Description
Whiteoak Plat - Park Dedication and Trail
Easement
Reviewed by
Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Chris Leeseberg, Senior Planner
Reviewed by
Cal Portner, City Administrator
Action Requested
Recommend, by motion, park dedication for the Whiteoak Plat as cash for one dwelling unit at the City
Council-established rate when the subdivision is released for recording.
Background/Discussion
On October 12, 2016, the Parks and Recreation Commission reviewed this preliminary plat and
recommended Park Dedication be paid in the form of cash as well as provide an unspecified width of
land along the western side of the subject property.
On October 17, 2016, the City Council approved the Final Plat with the following conditions:
1. Park Dedication Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable when the
subdivision is released for recording. The current rate for low density residential is $1,425.93 per
dwelling unit.
2. Surface Water Management Impact Fee shall be paid for one dwelling unit at the rate applicable
when the subdivision is released for recording. The current rate is $113 per lot.
3. The plat shall not be released until the wetland delineation is approved by the Technical
Evaluation Panel and updated as directed.
4. Submittal of written approval from Sherburne County permitting an additional driveway for the
new parcel.
5. Staff approval of all required development and grading plans.
6. A trail easement shall be required along the entire western side of the subject property.
On November 21, 2016, Deb and Roger Whiteoak spoke during the City Council Open Forum indicating
they were confused why an easement was being required when the Master Plan does not contain trails on
their side of the road? They asked if it could be amended because they did not want to provide the
easement for the following reasons:
• The Council approved Parks and Recreation Master Plan clearly indicates “Other Future Trails”
along the west side of Elk Lake Road.
• Providing a 20-foot wide easement along the entire western property line would be providing
about 1 acre of additional land above and beyond the cash dedication.
• A trail installed in this area would take out all of the trees that provide the buffer from County
Road 1.
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Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The Neighborhood Parks Service Area text in Chapter 5 of the master plan states, recreation facilities should
be developed when 300 or more households within cluster developments or on lots less than 2 acres are located within 1.5
miles of the park. The subject property does not meet this requirement. Therefore, staff recommends the
Parks and Recreation Commission recommend Park Dedication be in the form of cash.
Trail Connectivity, as indicated in the master plan, indicates “Other Future Trails” are desired along the
west side of Elk Lake Rd NW. The subject property is on the east side of Elk Lake Rd so the trail
connectively plan does not apply in this case, therefore no easement is needed for a trail.
During the October 12, 2016, a Parks and Recreation commission member stated the trail would be best
on the east side of the County Road 1 because of an existing trail and proximity to a regional park in the
area. Another commission member asked if the Master Plan (trail plan) was side specific? The trail
connectivity exhibit clearly shows the trail on the west side of County Road 1.
The tools city staff uses to communicate with and to make recommendations to the various public bodies
are the City Council approved plans. These plans include, but not limited to, the Land Use Map, Zoning
Map, Parks and Recreation Master Plan, Mississippi’s Connections, FAST, and the Gravel Mining Area
Land Use, Transportation, and Utility Plan. The intention of these plans is to create a comprehensive
plan of the city while taking out the guess work for individual properties and analyzing them case by case.
On all of these plans, graphics are utilized extensively. If, for instance, the zoning map shows a property
is zoned residential, it cannot arbitrarily be recommended to be commercial for various reasons. Those
decisions have already been previously made and approved by the City Council.
Staff continues to recommend that park dedication be in the form of cash and no easement be
recommended as the approved Parks and Recreation Master Plan does not indicate “Other Future Trails”
along the east side of Elk Lake Road adjacent to the subject property.
Financial Impact
None
Attachments
Location Map
Preliminary Plat
Excerpt from the October 12, 2016 Parks and Recreation Commission Request for Action
Excerpt from the October 17, 2016 City Council Request for Action
Fig 5.6 Trail Connectivity - Partial
Whiteoak
Plat E�. Case No: P 16-22 River
Excerpt from the October 12, 2016 Parks and Recreation Commission Request for Action
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The Neighborhood Parks Service Area text in Chapter 5 of the master plan states, recreation facilities
should be developed when 300 or more households within cluster developments or on lots less than 2 acres are located
within 1.5 miles of the park. The subject property does not meet this requirement. Therefore, staff
recommends the Parks and Recreation Commission recommend Park Dedication be in the form of
cash.
Trail Connectivity, as indicated in the master plan, indicates “Other Future Trails” are desired along
the west side of Elk Lake Rd NW. The subject property is on the east side of Elk Lake Rd so the
trail connectively plan does not apply in this case, therefore no easement is needed for a trail.
Excerpt from the October 17, 2016 City Council Request for Action
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Trail Connectivity, as indicated in the master plan, indicates “Other Future Trails” are desired along
the west side of Elk Lake Rd NW. Although the subject property is on the east side of Elk Lake Rd
and the trail connectively plan should not apply, the Parks and Recreation Commission
recommended that a trail easement be required along the entire western side of the subject property.
A width of the easement was not recommended. The Commission was also informed of the steep
slopes along the western side of the subject property. Without doing design and engineering of the
area, it will be difficult to determine a suitable width of an easement.
City°f Memorandum
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Date: December 19, 2016
Subject: Whiteoak Plat Application, Case No. P 16-18 —Park Dedication/Trail
Easement
The Parks and Recreation Master Plan provides guidance for trails along arterial roadways
(e.g., Elk Lake Road), specifically"prioritize trails or other safety measures in places with low
visibility or other dangerous conditions (curves, topographic change,build entrances,
difficult intersections, etc.). The plan also states aiming for a trail on one side of the street
on all collector and arterial streets." Trail Connectivity, as indicated on the Master Plan
Exhibit 5.6, shows a trail corridor along the west side of Elk Lake Rd NW adjacent to the
subject parcel.
Parks and Recreation Commission - October 12, 2016
The Parks and Recreation Commission, on October 12, 2016,recommended Park
Dedication be paid in the form of cash for one dwelling unit. The current rate is $1,425.93
per dwelling unit.
During this meeting, the Parks and Recreation Commission was made aware of the Master
Plan Exhibit 5.6, topography, curves, and other physical features along this area. The
Commission recommended (7-0) that a trail easement be required along the western side of
the subject property (east side of Elk Lake Road). No direction on easement width was
provided.
City Council Meeting— October 17, 2016
The City Council approved the plat with the Park and Recreation Commission
recommendation to include a trail easement along the western side of the subject property,
again no easement width was specified.
City Council Meeting- November 21, 2016
During the Open Forum, the applicant spoke stating they were confused about the approved
trail easement. They stated the Parks Master Plan Exhibit 5.6 shows the trail on the west
side of the road, and questioned why an easement was being recommended when their
property is on the east side of the road. The City Council directed the applicant to reapply
for the plat requesting the trail easement on the property to be removed.
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Parks and Recreation Commission - December 14, 2016
The Parks and Recreation Commission re-reviewed the application. They discussed the
"intent" of the Trail Connectivity map located within the Parks Master Plan. Master plans
developed by the city are intended to evaluate a comprehensive system and establish plans to
guide city decisions, thus taking out the guess work for individual properties and analyzing
them case by case. These types of plans typically include graphics which are utilized
extensively to make decisions. Staff's interpretation of the Parks Master Plan,based on text
and the map graphics,is the trail along Elk Lake Road is located on the west side and that an
easement should not be required on the subject property. Without direction, Commission
Chair, Dave Anderson, contacted Hoisington Koegler Group Inc. (HKGi),who drafted the
Master Plan, and requested clarification on the intention of the Master Plan graphics.
Attached is a memo from Paul Paige of HKGi with his interpretation of the Master Plan
Exhibit 5.6. However, decisions cannot be made based on intent but rather all decisions
must be made based on plans approved by the City Council.
The applicants spoke during the public hearing and questioned how the city can require an
easement on the east side of Elk Lake Road when the Master Plan shows a future trail on the
west side of Elk Lake Road as it relates to their property. They stated that if the intent was
to leave opportunities for interpretation of a future trail location, the map is unclear and
misleading to the public. They also questioned how the city can require a cash dedication for
park dedication, as well as an easement for public use. They understand they own the land
under the easement but when a trail is constructed on their property for the public,it
becomes "public land" and not just their land. They feel it is two forms of dedication.
The Commission recommended (4-3) that a 10 foot trail easement be required along the
western side of Lot 2,Block 1, of the proposed plat (east side of Elk Lake Road).
Staff continues to recommend park dedication be paid in the form of cash for one lot and
no easement be required.
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MEMORANDUM
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TO: Michael Hecker, Elk River Parks and Recreation Director
FROM: Paul Paige, PLA
DATE: December 14, 2016
SUBJECT: Parks and Recreation Master Plan interpretation request
In response to a request today from PRC Chair Dave Anderson, I have reviewed the 2015 Parks
and Recreation Master Plan completed by HKGi and offer the following interpretation related
to Figure 5.6 Trail Connectivity on page 56 of the document:
The intent of the Trail Connectivity Map is to identify existing trails in Elk River and show
conceptual connections for future trails in support of Initiative 3 in the Master Plan – to
“Strengthen Trail Connections”. The map is to identify future connectivity opportunities.
Specific trail alignments, and whether they end up being a widened shoulder, or separated
from the roadway and on one or both sides of a particular corridor will need to be evaluated
independently at the time of roadway construction/reconstruction and will be driven by many
potential constraints including physical features (topography, wetlands, existing trees) available
easements and/or right of way, and available funding for new trail facilities.
The map is diagrammatic and is not intended to be read literally as it relates to precise
alignment or location of existing or proposed trails within a connection corridor or alongside
existing roadways. For example, the existing trail shown in solid green on the map for the
southern portion of County Road 1 is illustrated to show that there is a trail existing, however it
is not shown offset from the existing road line on the map. Any graphic offsets shown on the
map where a future path is shown on a specific side of a roadway are due to complexities of
drafting a map at a scale where the entire City is shown on a single 8.5 x 11 page of the report.
The Master Plan does identify more specific recommendations about some future trails, for
example there is language on page 55 that states “Provide trail access along south side of Hwy
10 from Proctor to Orono Park when the Hwy 10 bridge is replaced”
I hope that this clarification is helpful as you continue to use the Master Plan to direct decisions
related to parks and trail investments and opportunities in Elk River. I am available if additional
clarification is needed.
Simple PlatWhiteoak
BackgroundLot 1, Block 1 RightLot 2, Block 1 -of-Way –––2.16 acres2.62 acres (Existing Lot)3.96 acres (New Lot)
Parks and RecreationCash dedication for one lotTrail easement
Preliminary PlatFinal Plat
Action Requested Approve, by motion, the preliminary plat and the conditions in the memo.resolution granting final plat for Whiteoakwith the