Boundaries: The easement boundaries along the lake and at the entrance on Cottage Park Road should have visible property markers. The City had the area surveyed and irons were buried at the boundary corners. Some people seem to have their own idea where the boundary is, usually favoring their own view.
Canoe/Kayak Rack: The permanent rack and steps should be removed.
The rack obstructs the lake view and access to the lake shore.
Some of the stuff setting on it has been there for years but never used.
If someone needs a rack, it should be integrated into the dock.
Permanent structures are NOT allowed on the shoreline.
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Storage: All docks and related parts not used during the summer should
be removed from the easement and stored on the homeowner's property.
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Trees: The easement needs a tree plan. There needs to be better quality trees spaced to form a viable canopy. Many of the existing "trees" are basically over-grown brush and any viable trees are old and/or dying. In the past, there were six big trees on the Homeowners' Easement. Now there are only two Oaks. One is heavily stressed from leaning and the other may be vulnerable to disease due to the lack of properly trimming broken limbs. Lions Park is a good example.
Maintenance: Homeowners should maintain the Homeowners' Easement. Any yard waste or debris should be disposed of properly and not dumped in other parts of the Easements.
Dogs: The easement is not a dog park! All dogs should be on a leash at all times to protect wildlife and other people.
Homeowners should be aware there are agreements with the City that need to be observed. If not, violations of the agreements could lead to conflict with the City. It is probably wise to follow City Park rules and regulations in these areas.
Dumping: Dumping is not allowed on the Nature Preserve or Walkway. Dumping leaves, limbs, brush, or wood is not allowed.
Shoreline Destruction: The Nature Preserve shoreline should not be disturbed in any way without approval from the City. "Muck" removal requires a permit from the City and the DNR.
Dogs: The Nature Preserve and Walkway are not dog parks! All dogs should be on a leash at all times to protect wildlife and other people.
Benches: Benches are not allowed on the Nature Preserve or Walkway unless approved or provided by the City.
Adapt-A-Park: If homeowners want to maintain the Nature Preserve or Walkway, they should get permission from the City. Consider joining the City of White Bear Lake Adapt-A-Park program.