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City Council Meeting Minutes November 3, 2014 Page 8 of 18 public land dedication language in the Louisville Municipal Code needs to be updated. It was designed for larger subdivisions. Council member Stolzmann felt it was not about an appropriate amount of time for the appraisal, but about a current appraisal, which means something in different economies. She did not agree with putting a fixed period of time on the appraisal. Mayor Muckle also agreed there should be a more current appraisal. He stated the monument for the Acme Mine project is a very important part of the project and for the community, but questioned whether the City wants the liability of owning the land where the mine shaft is located. He felt the project has many merits, but noted there are issues with the appraisal and the liability for the mine shaft. Mr. Phillips stated the request for a walking park was made by the Parks Department, because of the close proximity of Louisville Elementary School. He explained it was a joint effort to build the park instead of the cash in lieu fee. It was designed specifically to the right -of -way, which encompassed the vision to showcase the mine shaft and protect the right -of -way. The City, past and present developer agreed upon the park. Council member Loo commented going forward there can be a discussion on what is considered the best appraisal. She felt the applicant has been in the process for some time and she was comfortable with the current appraisal. With respect to the public land dedication, she would rather have the money instead of the park. She asked if the maintenance of the park could be taken out of the Historic Preservation Fund. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ explained in order to use funds they must be designated by the Historic Preservation Commission and City Council as a landmark or new construction meet character criteria to be eligible for those funds. Council member Loo commented the project is very nice and was happy the applicant is putting fewer homes on the land. She felt it would be a nice addition to the City. Planning and Building Director Russ provided some background on the park. He explained Public Works, Parks and the Planning Division regularly hear parents' concerns about children crossing Pine Street to get to school. He stated this is an opportunity to solidify the southern side of Hutchinson for school access from Community Park to Hutchinson. He felt it would be better to build on the trail system and noted it was not all about the Interpretive Park. Council member Keany inquired about Mayor Muckle's concern over the subsidence at the park area. Mayor Muckle stated his concern centered over whether the shaft has been adequately mitigated before the City takes ownership. Council member Keany asked Planning and Building Safety Director Russ to address the Mayor's concern. Planning and Building Safety Director Russ explained the reports give best practices and recommendations on moving forward. He noted the applicant is