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Murphy Oil to donate parcel for park and traffic improvements; council approves acceptance
Summary
Council approved acceptance of a parcel donated by Murphy Oil (after an associated purchase) to create park and traffic improvements near McPherson Drive; developer responsibilities include traffic mitigation funding and conveyance of land to the city.
The council voted to accept donation of a parcel adjacent to Community Field and the LNREC from a developer group tied to Murphy Oil, as part of a broader development that includes a service station at McPherson and Fenwick.
Council members said the donated site (roughly estimated value included in staff materials) will enable the city to create a neighborhood park, improve traffic access and add parking that previously constrained events at Community Field. The developer agreed to contribute funds (a staff‑reported $50,000 traffic improvement allowance) and to convey the land to the city upon completion of agreed conditions.
Council approved the acceptance on consent after staff confirmed title and utility/access arrangements. Staff said the parcel will be added to the city’s parks inventory and that details of park design and funding will be worked out through the Parks and Public Works departments.
