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Council Meeting Minutes January 25, 1994 Page 6 Council Business. continued Anderson confirmed that the proposal includes a bubbler fountain in the pond and an aggressive landscape plan. Benke asked if the rock work around the pond could be installed this year. Anderson will investigate additional funding for the rock work. Glenna Burleson, 2987 Bent Tree Hills, said her previous concerns have not been heard, and feels the westend trail would be aesthetically unattractive and a safety concern. She would not have bought the property if she knew of the 8 ft. trail. Benke asked who had told Ms. Burleson that the park would not include a trail system. Ms. Burleson said the developer did not suggest that a trail system would be installed, and the Park Department stated that no plans have been made regarding its development. Benke confirmed that the park's general layout had not changed in four years, and the only variations made were to the eastend. Anderson said the Park staff informed callers that the City had not adopted a plan, however, the developer had presented several variations to the Park Board. The Park Board had extensively spoke in regards to a trail system when the plat was approved, and the westend was identified early on as a potential trail location, but surfacing was not discussed. Benke added that the City deliberately waited until the adjacent homes were constructed so that residents could have input in the park's development. Williams asked how would unauthorized vehicles be prohibited from trail use. Anderson said Park maintenance vehicles would access the park, but unauthorized use has not been a problem in other parks. If unauthorized vehicle activity occurs, a locking post could be installed to eliminate activity. Williams confirmed that if the westend trail was delayed, the surface would remain a grassy natural path. Anderson would need to further investigate ADA requirements in regards to a natural path. He said that crushed limestone becomes messy during rainy periods and the material could runoff into neighboring properties. Glen Burleson, 2987 Bent Tree Hills, does not wish to increase traffic behind other residences or deny park access, but feels there is a general opposition to the westend trail. The westend path's elevation is clearly apparent in comparison to the backyards, and its downward angle could encourage higher speeds from skateboarders and bicycle and may cause accidents. Williams questioned Mr. Burleson statement regarding excessive speeds. Parviz Riazi, 2882 - 12th St., has lived in the neighborhood for 12 years and has been realistic that the parks' development will eventually occur. He strongly supports the tennis court installation and presented a petition of support. Tom Stewart, Black Oak Drive, asked if the trail material could be of crushed rock material versus asphalt to encourage walking patterns. Theresa Thull, 2021 - 12th St., asked what the gazebo will entail. Anderson said the City park gazebos are not rented out and are geared towards casual use. Ms. Thull requested that the excavation process be sensitive towards the existing trees. Anderson will oversee the grading process and asked residents to call him if unscheduled activity occurs. Benke asked if the gazebo could be located closer to the playground area. Anderson will investigate this. Council Business I Innsbruck Park Development Plan Report 94-{)22 I I