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City Council Study Session - 04/19104 Minutes - Page 25 Park" and the south area as "Applewood Overlook." Mr. Brokke further reviewed the process in coming to this recommendation, including I) a review of City policy for naming parks; 2) solicitation of neighborhood suggestions; 3) discussion of the property's history; and 4) discussion of name options. Discussion included other name options considered; community response and comment; and future planned aesthetics at the pond overlook area. Mayor Klausing noted that, since this is a study session, action on naming the park would be considered at a future business meeting. No forn1al action was taken. 13. Hear a Report about the Deer Population in Roseville Parks and Recreation Director Lonnie Brokke reviewed his department's assessment over the last year regarding residential concerns about an increasing deer population within the City. Mr. Brokke advised that the City had taken advantage of an opportunity in February of2004 to participate in an aerial flyover for a deer population count. Mr. Brokke noted that findings were that there didn't appear to be a high deer population in the community; noting that while the flyover was not scientific in nature, a total count of 36 deer were reported during the flyover. Mr. Broldce briefly reviewed the concentrated locations of the deer sightings. Mr. Brokke noted that, while his office had not received a great number of calls, residents appeared to be most concerned about damage to their gardens; and safety concerns, with a report four accidents due to deer activity over the last year in the community. Mr. Brokke advised that his staff would continue to work with Ramsey County and monitor the deer population, but was not recon1illending any action at this time due to the lower than expected deer population. Discussion included migration and habitat areas. Hear a Report about the Deer Population in Roseville