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Mr. March reported Mr. Navin (Park and Recreation Chairman) did not foresee the Park and Recreation taking property in lieu of cash. However, Mr. Porter (park and Recreation Member) suggested the city take the park funds. Councilmember Helmbrecht questioned the Developer as to the purchase price of the property. Mr. Buechler responded the purchase price has not been settled. Mr. Buechler confirmed a four unit subdivision would not require a 10 percent park dedication fee. Mr. Jay McNab (Mr. Buechler's legal council) defined the ordinance pertaining to 10 percent of land value as "the land value" prior to subdivision or in its current status. Councilmember Brenner requested Park and Recreation's recommendations prior to Council action. Mr. Lloyd Drillings (7185 Mound Trail) implied the park dedication fee ordinance was designed with the idea to obsorb the population impact on the community, namely the parks. Whereas, this small development will not have a significant impact on the community. Mr. Hal Liebel (7397 Main Street) shared because of the condemnation process Anoka County took hundreds of acres for park purposes. Mr. Drillings commented that five lots will have less impact on the community then a 42-10t development. Mr. Jim Hoeft (Legal Council) noted the value of a property is based on recent sales and the purchase price. For example, the amount of dollors paid for the vacant land is the worth of the land. The Council discussed the City's history regarding park dedication fees. Councilmember Brenner and Helmbrecht favored tabling the issue until the Parks and Recreation Committee has an opportunity to make recommendation. Councilmember Buckbee favored negotiating the park fees between the Developer and the City. Mayor Wilharber favored negotiating a fee, but felt the $900 per lot fee, is too inexpensive. Councilmember Buckbee moved to direct City Staff to investigate Parkview. Acorn Creek and Clearwater Meadows land value/ park dedication fees and the ratio in comparison to the 10 percent ofland vs. park dedication fees within the last two year. Councilmember Helmbrecht seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Councilmember Brenner moved to refer this matter to the Park and Recreation Committee for its consideration. Councilmember Helmbrecht seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The Council elected to discuss the Buechler Estates roads if the Developer's plans are to proceed with the development. Block Party - Brian Drive Councilmember Buckbee moved to approve the block party contingent upon the surrounding residents signing a waiver indicating the party meets with their approval and that the Police and Fire are notified ofthe date and time ofthe party. Councilmember 6