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Commissioner Dahlstrom noted that a park cannot be put on any of the streets that are not public. Only Eustis and County Road B West are public streets surrounding this parcel. Also, he reiterated that a .5 acre parcel is very small and would still require park staff to upkeep it regardless of size. Chair Hoag recommended to propose preferably lots 14, 15 and/or 16 (and potentially 12 and 13) as a potential location for the .58 acre of parkland to fulfill the Park Dedication Requirement for 2395 County Road B West to the City Council. If that location is not feasible the Commission recommends cash in lieu of land. Seconded by Commissioner Baggenstoss. The Commission and staff discussed potential options for a park that is .58 acres. Commissioner O’Brien stated that she is concerned about the small sizeof this potential park as many of the residents who provided feedback to the Commission were derisive about the size of Midland Grove Park and its lack of accessibility. She worries if residents would approve of an even smaller park in the area. However, she did point out that the Commission can’t know that as most of the feedback did not relay the citizen’s desire of land vs. cash. O’Brien stated that she is concerned that the small piece of land may make the Commission feel better but it may not be useable to the community. Chair Hoag noted that the location he recommended was not chosen solely forthe easiest development of a park, rather he recommend it because of the potential to save as much of the natural area as possible. Also, it may potentially become a piece of a long term “park puzzle” in this area. Commissioner Dahlstrom reiterated that this is a very small piece of land that is not easily accessible. Also, the city has to maintain a park long term even if it is left largely as a green space. Commissioner Baggenstoss stated that there are a lot of great parks in a lot of great cities that are small and are very much appreciated by residents in those cities. As Roseville becomes more urban it is important to start thinking about pocket parks within the city. M. McNealy, Having a small space that is not surrounded by traffic like the garden park on Cleveland is more desirable. In this front section on Co. Rd. B there are enough walkers and bikers on our end of town that would use this space to enjoy nature. Roll Call Ayes: Arneson, Baggenstoss, Brown, Dahlstrom, Heikkila, Hoag, Lenhart, O’Brien, and Stoner. Nays: None. 4