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Louisville City Council Meeting April 15, 2003 Page 10 of 14 Sisk asked if it were Robson's opinion the Coal Creek trail avoids riparian and wetland areas. Robson confirmed that was his opinion. Davidson asked Lair for the cost of the recommendation of the Open Space Advisory Board. Lair estimated $35,500, plus the City's original $25,000 share of the project. Davidson asked if the City could use $35,500 somewhere else to improve a riparian area. Jones stated this is the only riparian area in Louisville, however another forested area could be developed. He noted the Coal Creek trail is the only trail located near a riparian area and stated many people walk their dog unleashed on trails. Brown inquired about the ownership of the ditch. Phare stated the ditch is a drainage ditch for Centennial Valley and is not used for irrigation water. Brown asked if the County has been approached about contributing to the realignment of the trail. Lair stated she spoke with Robson and was advised the County has their funds dedicated to other projects. Davidson stated the City has no money budgeted for a realignment. He outlined the options: 1) Delay the project until next year and budget money for the realignment, or 2) People will use the trail that is 95% complete. There was considerable Council discussion: Brown stated the Open Space Advisory Board has fulfilled their obligation in making recommendation to the Council and voiced his inclination to follow their recommendation. Sisk stressed it is not a violation of the ordinance and stated it is important to complete the trail. He favored going forward with the project. Levihn voiced his respect for all those who gave testimony and his belief more damage is done to the area by the golfers. He noted the trail is almost completed and he did not believe in paying for something twice. He favored completing the project. Van Pelt concurred with the comments of Council member Sisk and Levihn and voiced her support of the completion of the trail. MOTION: Sisk moved that Council proceed with the completion of the Coal Creek Trail at its current location, seconded by Levihn. Roll call vote was taken. The motion carried by a vote of 5-2. Davidson and Brown voted no. APPROVAL OF CONTRACTS TO PURCHASE WATER RIGHT RESOLUTION NO. 11, SERIES 2003 - A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT FOR PURCHASE OF COLORADO BIG THOMPSON UNITS BETWEEN THE CITY OF LOUISVILLE AND SUPERIOR METROPOLITAN DISTRICT NO. 1 Davidson called for Staff presentation. Public Works Director Tom Phare reviewed the purchase agreement for 144 CBT Units 10