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M. Erickson, 93 Mid Oaks Ln. Erickson, an adjacent property owner, asked the Commission to apply the “but-for test” when evaluating the Aldine right-of-way in relation to Roseville Parks. She explained that in legal applications, the test is used to determine whether one action is the direct cause of another, and suggested it is also useful in evaluating the reasoning for City action. She made the following points: New Park Question:Asked whether the City would create a new 30' x 590' (.4 acre) park absent pressure from some City Council members and residents to formalize an unimproved shortcut while avoiding ADA requirements. Neighborhood Context: Cited City Council meeting minutes that she felt supported her claim and questioned whether a 30' x 520' single-purpose park, with zero buffer between eight 60+ year-old homes, would otherwise be pursued. Community Support: Asked if there is professional, inclusive, and impartial evidence of widespread neighborhood support for diverting limited park resources to create a limited- access shortcut. Precedent: Questioned whether there is precedent for a park of this size, purpose, and proximity to existing homes. She concluded by asking Commission members to consider the broader context motivating the City Council’s request for input regarding the Aldine St. right-of-way. J. Reinert, 1667 Ridgewood Ln. S. Reinert relayed that the neighborhood has a strong pedestrian character, which he considers an asset. He enjoys meeting new neighbors and greeting familiar ones along the connecting paths that contribute to the area’s pedestrian-friendly environment. He emphasized the following points: Neighborhood Asset: The Aldine Street right-of-way is a critical feature for both the neighborhood and the City. Community Impact: Without the path, many neighbors are unhappy, while its removal would benefit only a few adjacent property owners. Personal Use: He uses the path daily for medical reasons, as it reduces walking time. Overall Value:He believes removing the path would not benefit Roseville or the neighborhood. P. Veach, 1661 Ridgewood Ln. N. Veach stated that she used the Aldine St. right of wayweekly and considers it a special feature of the neighborhood. She values the right ofway for its wooded and serene atmosphere and noted that wildlife also uses the corridor. She emphasized that she does not view it as a shortcut, but rather as a pathway she relies on regularly, and she advocated for the continued use of the land as a pathway. 4