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Arden Hills Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes February 24, 2004 Page 7 of8 . their budgets. He stated that both City Staff and the City Council worked well together to make a truly remarkable year. 7. Rosevil1e Historical Trail Follow-up Committee Member Messerly stated that Tom Mulcahy has a large file of information that could be useful and suggested contacting him. He reviewed stating that it was his intent to put together a historical book but the Committee disbanded before they were able to complete it. He stated that Mr. Mulcahy has indicated that he would be glad to help out and would like to approach the Council to determine what they would like to do. Mr. Moore asked Committee Member Messerly to have Mr. Mulcahy contact him first. He stated that he would like to discuss this with him first before approaching the Council. Committee Member Messerly stated that he would have Mr. Mulcahy get in touch with him first. Chair Henry suggested including narratives that would highlight the various places and enhance the storytelling in the process. 8. OTHER ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION . Committee Member Crassweller referenced an email he received from Chair Henry. He clarified his understanding noting that the email raised the issue of priorities. He stated that he is happy to see that Council is moving forward on the overpass at Snelling and suggested including trail connections in the Long Term Plan. He stated that one of their most important priorities should be the trail connections. Chair Henry stated that he reviewed the Parks, Trails and the Open Space Plan in an effort to identify two types of trail connections and reviewed with Committee. He suggested that the Committee review his list and recommended plan to determine what else should be included on the list. He stated that the Committee should spend some time discussing the priorities. Committee Member Crassweller agreed stating that he was glad that Chair Henry took the time to develop the list. He agreed that they are discussing the health and welfare of the community adding that he should have the ability to walk or ride his bike within the city without any threat of injury. He stated that this is a very important issue and the Committee should try to determine a way to improve the trail system. Mr. Moore stated that Chair Henry's email was also forwarded to City Council along with the packet for their review. Committee Member Messerly asked if anything has been done with the abandoned trail along 694 and Highway 10. Mr. Moore stated that City Council has discussed this issue in regards to . New Brighton and the bridge repair as a possible connection between Arden Hills and New Brighton.