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The survey results indicate that trails generally do not create significant problems beyond <br />those already existing in the community, except in regard to pets. When the Significantly <br />Worse and Slightly Worse ratings are combined, the main problem again is pet <br />Problems(51). The remaining nine categories .are Litter(13), Behavior(11), <br />Z`respas-sing and. Accidents(8), Vandalism and Noise('7), Aesthetics(3), Property <br />Valnes(2) and Thefts(1). Some of the reasons for the results may be because of trail <br />locations, design, patrols, lights, etc.. We attempted to gather some information in <br />regard to these characteristics. Details aze provided in the attached report, but basically <br />there is only a slight relationship between trail features and associated problems. '" <br />The overall results indicate that trails within a community have a faz stronger positive <br />impact, than negative, but the negative aspects must not be ignored. The design of the <br />system can help address some concerns, e. g. Aesthetics and Noise. Design can help <br />manage Pet Problems by providing for their use as well. Also signage and enforcement <br />of animal control regulations from the start will keep the trails. from being misused. <br />I believe the City of Prior Lake can now respond to citizen concerns with some specific <br />.information on what to expect when trails are constructed. This information, along with <br />citizen input, can ensure a successful implementation which will lead to an enjoyable <br />addition for the community in its second hundred years. <br />1 ~/ <br />