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Bicycle, Pedestrian & Trails Committee Minutes August 22, 2022 Page 5 of 6 Architect Gruber stated it was currently shown on the west side, adjacent to the parking lot and was proposed to be 10-feet wide. Chair Fields requested clarification on size of the creek and buffer from 1 st Street to the trail. Landscape Architect Gruber discussed the proposed slope and width of the trail. Member Houston asked about the line of trees. Landscape Architect Gruber discussed the idea to be able to see through the park. Member Houston asked if one path was possible. Landscape Architect Gruber stated one could be removed and similar comments had been received. Member Nibert requested an aerial view of existing and proposed conditions. Chair Fields discussed relocation of the creek and proposed trails. Landscape Architect Gruber explained the changes between 2014 and 2022 based on requirements fo r the creek. Mr. Larson discussed issues with relocating the creek. Landscape Architect Gruber discussed the need to achieve a balance the between residents’ desires and regulatory agency requirements. A BPTC member discussed previous flooding of the senior center on Kottinger Street and issues with covering the creek. Mr. Larson discussed the hydrology of the creek and upstream detention basins. Member Maciel indicated support for the plan except for the mixed use existing pathway and suggested one wide path. He suggested two parking lots, with emergency access. Chair Fields expressed concern about traffic congestion following big events. A BPTC member asked about bike parking. Landscape Architect Gruber discussed bike parking. A BPTC member stated he liked the scalability of the park and orientation of the bandstand. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. Updates from the Parks and Recreation Commission Chair Fields provided an update on the Parks and Recreation Commission actions. 8. Updates from Project/Program/Agency Representatives None.