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e VI. AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE LAND FOR PARK PURPOSES (memo, map distributed) Mr. Gleason introduced Ernie Drapela, Parks and Recreation. Mr. Drapela stated that seven-eighths of the acquisitions approved in the park acquisition bond measure had been purchased by the last time he had appeared before the council. At that time, he had stated that the department would try to purchase all remaining purchases of the bond before the end of the year. He is bringing minor proposed purchases before the council today, and three major ones will come before the council next month. Parcel 1 is a combined dedication of six acres by Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cone near Northeast Coburg Road off Kinney Loop and a five-acre purchase of property adjacent to a proposed school site where there is about 35 acres. Walter Haniuk showed the location of the property on the map and indicated that it is in the Coburg-Crescent Special Study area. Mr. Drapela stated that Parcel 2 is a 2.5-acre parcel west of Highway 99 north of Barger. It is identified in the refinement plan and they would hope that it will eventually be a 4-5 acre park. Mr. Haniuk added that this property is bounded on the west by Beltline and on the south by Barger Drive. Mr. Haws asked for the exact location and Mr. Haniuk displayed it. Mr. Drapela said that Parcl 3 is at Cheshire and lawrence streets. This proposal is to work toward the expansion of Skinner Butte Park. This is one of the remaining parcels. All were recommended for purchase on October 30, 1981, by the Joint Parks Committee and are consistent with the intent of the bond measure. Mr. Obie asked who appraised Parcels 1 and 2 and how long ago they were appraised. Mr. Haniuk responded that both parcels were appraised by Charles Thompson in e October or November. Mr. Obie asked who hired Mr. Thompson. Mr. Haniuk responded that the City did. Mr. Lindberg asked what the reaction was of the Joint Parks Committee. Mr. Drapela stated that they feel this is staying within the specific geographic areas of the bond measure and they realize the City is working with rapidly depleting funds. Ms. Schue added that the Joints Park Committee felt that the Parks Department was following the general policy outline. Mr. H ame 1 agreed and stated that he feels that the Parks Department staff is doing a fine job. Mayor Keller asked in regard to Parcel 3, if staff intends to purchase the remaining corner of the area by Skinner Butte Park. Mr. Drapela responded that they do and it is still under negotiation. Mr. Obie stated that he feels the purchase of Parcel 1 should be approved although $15,000 an acre is exceeding market value in a rapidly dropping market, so they might be better to wait on the other parcels. He noted that the bottom is falling out of the real estate market. Mr. Drapela added that that has helped them reach resolution on the property that will be appearing before the council in January. Mr. Gleason added that he feel s the future site acqui sit ions will reflect the market. In regard to the future school site, Ms. Wooten asked if staff has talked with School District 4-J staff and if they also recommend it. Mr. Drapela responded that staff has been involved with them on this property and on Bond Lane for e MINUTES--Eugene City Council December 16, 1981 Page 10