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Bicycle, Pedestrian & Trails Committee Minutes August 22, 2022 Page 4 of 6 A BPTC member stated she would like to keep the Callippe Trail pedestrian but would like it cleaned up. Landscape Architect Gruber explained the process for design, contracting and funding for the project. He stated the multi-use plan was determined during the specific plan process. A BPTC member stated she would vote for the Augustin Trail if the $50,000 was necessary for completion but would also like to see a project completed. 6. Review the Public Outreach results and provide input on the Lions Wayside and Delucchi Parks master plan update Landscape Architect Gruber and Richard Larson, MIG Consulting, presented the report including project background, 2014 Master Plan, 2022 Conceptual Plan, Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council recommendations, public outreach, and next steps. Chair Fields explained the Parks and Recreation Commission consensus on the location of the band stand. Mark Miller, 1st Street resident, discussed his observations regarding concert in the park attendees, concern with dramatically altering the park and reduced capacity with relocating the bandstand. He discussed groups of people enjoying the existing open areas of the park. He expressed concern with rerouting the creek and loss of trees and suggested upgrading the park rather than changing the entire park. A BPTC member discussed the history of the bridge and creek existence. He suggested there were too many trees and indicated support for simplified improvements. Member Stewart echoed Mr. Miller’s comments regarding concert in the park attendees and asked about capacity. Mr. Larson discussed the goal to retain the square footage of audience area. He stated details of the creek alignment were yet to be determined and anticipated potential audience area capability. Landscape Architect Gruber clarified that the plans were conceptual. He discussed the potential for increased creek area. A BPTC member discussed concern with safety due to traffic and indicated support for the proposed buffer. In response to A BPTC member, Landscape Architect Gruber discussed the demographics of the questionnaire respondents and means of obtaining input. Member Piekarski requested clarification on the trail locations. Landscape Architect Gruber explained the trail widths and buffers. Member Piekarski stated the existing trail was too narrow for bicyclists and pedestrians to share. She indicated support for the proposed plan. She asked the for the location of the trail from Neil to Angela. Landscape