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April 28, 1981 <br />To; John R. Grau, Acting C//p~ity Manager <br />From: Maurice H. Andersc~4~irector Park and Recreation <br />Re: Metro Council Staff Report - Long Lake Park <br />Attached is a copy of the staff report on New Brighton's request for <br />implementing agency status. The report addresses the issue in a <br />straightforward manner, I do have some questions about alternative <br />#3. <br />There is some precedents for counties owning and operating parks out- <br />side of their boundaries. Hennepin County has parks in both Scott <br />and Carver Counties. This alternative has not been explored with <br />either Anoka or Ramsey Counties so their reactions are unknown at <br />this time. The City is not being asked to respond at this time, <br />however at the Metro Council hearing on Monday, May 4th the Open <br />Space Commission might ask for some informal response. Either Ramsey <br />County or the City can block this alternative if they desire. <br />The City will be making a presentation on the 4th. if either Park <br />Board or Council members have a desire to attend the location is <br />300 Metro Square Building and the time is 3:00 p.m. If you have <br />concerns or comments that you would like relayed to the commission,' <br />please contact me. <br />Based on discussion I have had with Metro staff, it appears likely <br />that this matter will be referred back to staff with direction for <br />further study of some aspects of the problem. Due to the complexity <br />of the issue, this appears to be a logical move and should allow <br />opportunity for development of an appropriate response to our request. <br />This referral will likely be two weeks in length and shouldn't sig- <br />nificantly delay the process. <br />attach. <br />