HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-07-2020 Park Board Packet PARK BOARD MEETING
w, Wednesday, October 7 , 2020
LINORKES 6 : 30pm
Virtual Meeting Via " Go To Meeting "
How to Join the Meeting :
Phone: 1 (669) 224-3412 Access Code : 446-512-637
Weblink: https ://global . gotomeetinq .com/ioin/446512637
Park Board Members: Pat Huelman (Chair), Andrew Levi, Richard Jensen,
John Nordlund, Clark Gooder, Abby Haworth, William Kusterman
Public Services Director. Rick DeGardner
Administrative Assistant: Kellie Schmidt
AGENDA
1 . Call to Order and Roll Call
A . Welcome Mr. William Kusterman
2 . Pledge of Allegiance
3 . Setting Agenda
4 . Approval of Minutes from August 5 , 2020
5 . Open Mike
6 . Review Park and Trail Fund
7 . Parks Department
A. Lino Park Playground/Park Shelter Concept Plans
B . Birch Park - Girl Scouts Kindness Mail Box
8 . New Business
9 . Old Business
10 . Next Scheduled Park Board Meeting — Wednesday, November 4 , 2020
11 . Adjourn
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DATE : October 7, 2020
TO : Park Board Members
FROM : Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
RE : Welcome Mr. William Kusterman
At the September 28, 2020 City Council meeting, the City Council appointed Mr. William
Kusterman to the Park Board . Mr. Kusterman's term expires December 31, 2022,
Mr. Kusterman was previously a member of the Park Board from 2000 - 2013, and served on the
City Council from 2014 - 2017.
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
Park Board Minutes (Virtual Meeting)
DATE: August 5 , 2020
TIME STARTED : 6 : 30 PM
j TIME ENDED : 7:22 PM
MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Huelman, Andrew Levi, John Nordlund, Clark Gooder,
{ and Abby Haworth (Mayor Rob Rafferty joined for part of
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the meeting).
MEMBERS ABSENT: Richard Jensen
STAFF PRESENT: Rick DeGardner (Public Services Director) & Kellie
Schmidt (Public Services Administrative Assistant)
1 . Call to Order and Roll Call
The August 5 , 2020 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting was called to order by Pat
Huelman, Chair.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
Meeting attendees said and/or observed the Pledge of Allegiance.
3. Setting Agenda
Agenda was approved as presented.
4. Approval of Minutes
Clark Gooder MOTIONED to approve the March 4, 2020 Park Board Minutes, Andrew
Levi supported the MOTION. The March 4, 2020 Park Board Minutes were approved as
is with no changes .
s. Open Mike
There was no one present for Open Mike. Open Mike was closed.
6. Aspen Lane Park Property
Rick DeGardner, Director of Public Services, addressed the Park Board and members of
the community who were present, regarding City Property along Aspen Lane. DeGardner
stated that the Oaks of Lino subdivision was platted in 1995 . The official plat consists of
nine residential lots and an approximately 301 ' X 15 ' wide strip of property designated as
"Park" (see attachments in 08/05/2020 Park Board Packet) . The intent of the Park
property was to provide a potential trail connection when the property directly south was
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developed. The Saddle Club-First Addition was platted in 2014. During the planning
phase, it was determined that a public trail connection the two developments was not
warranted. The 2030 Comprehensive Plan does not indicate a trail in this specific
location.
Staff has identified three options related to the strip of park land:
• Retain the Property as Designated "Park"
• Construct a Public Trail
• Vacate the Property
Patrick Huelman, Park Board Chair, stated that this property wasn 't in the comprehensive
trail or park system plan. He stated that a trail could maybe make sense on this
property, however there are currently no funds for it. Andrew Levi and Clark Gooder,
Park Board members agreed with Huelman.
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Lino Lakes resident Ms. Sherri Le, 974 Aspen Lane, stated that she supported splitting
the 15 feet park property between the property owners .
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!' Max Norton, resident whose property is next to the city property, supports the City
vacating of the property.
Clark Gooder inquired from the two residents who would gain the land if the city were to
vacate it, how they currently use it. Norton stated that he uses it as access to his back yard
and that there is a shade garden back there from previous owners .
Jess Roering, the other landowner that would gain property if the City vacated the land,
had concerns regarding the City vacating the land. He is concerned about a fence going
up, like a privacy fence, that would make it hard to mow/maintain his lawn as well as
access it. He continued that when they built their house they had planned on a trail going
in where the strip of land is that is currently being talked about. Because of this they had
built a retaining wall . He also stated again that he does not want a privacy fence to show
up on that land/space .
Andrew Levi, Park Board Vice Chair, stated that there are two options at hand. The
options are that the City vacate the property and give it to the land owners or build a
trail . He stated that if the Park Board made the recommendation to the City Council to
vacate the land, it would be up to residents to bash out the fence.
Roering inquired as to why this sudden change? It has been this way for 25 years
(referring to the City owning the property and the residents using it the way they have
been). Huelman responded by stating that it' s a liability to the City to keep it as is.
Gooder inquired if anyone uses the property as a trail. Residents responded "no" and that
it is just used to access their backyards .
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DeGardner stated that the City acquired the property in the 90 ' s not knowing what would
happen in the area with the rest of the trails and connections. He stated that there is no
current or fixture public purpose for the property. Huelman agreed and stated that it is not
in the best interest of the City to maintain a property that is not a benefit to the whole
community.
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Roering stated that he had put in the retaining wall for his property expecting that the trail
would go in. He stated that they had spent $4,500 on the retaining wall . He continued that
I if he didn 't have the retaining wall he would not have a problem getting into his
backyard. DeGardner stated that City approved the construction on properties based on
what the builder submits as their plan. The City approved the building and grading plan
when the plans were submitted. There is correspondence from June, 1996 between the
City Engineer and the Builder stating that the basement elevation was too high and didn' t
conform to the preliminary grading plan. Therefore, the builder included plans for the
retaining wall.
Gooder stated that it sounded like the Park Board is in favor of vacating the land
(dividing it between property owners) and that neither owner planned to install a fence
that would prevent rear yard access for either property owner. Norton stated that he was
in favor of the City vacating the property. Roering stated he was in favor of the City
vacating the property.
Huelman asked for a motion to vacate the land. Gooder made the motion, Nordlund
seconded it. Motioned passed by all Park Board Members voting to vacate the land.
Recommendation will be made to City Council to vacate the land .
7. Park Updates :
A. Woods Edge Park
Rick DeGardner, Director of Public Services, updated the Park Board on Woods Edge
Park. He stated that Woods Edge Park is a neighborhood park adjacent to the YMCA on
regional park property . This park creates a more "natural" type feel that aesthetically fits
with the natural surroundings. In June, parks staff (along with a certified playground
installer) installed the playground equipment. The engineered wood fiber was delivered
the following week . Parks Department staff will continue to create natural play elements
including a fort building area, log balance beams, and wooden steps. The playground is
currently open for public use.
Park Board Members commented that the park looked good and John Nordlund, Park
Board Member, stated that he visited the park about a week ago and the wood logs are
now at the park.
B . 121h Avenue Trail Update:
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Rick DeGardner, Director of Public Services, updated the Park Board on the 121h Avenue
Trail Project. Rick gave the background and the update by stating the city received
resident request to construct a trail along 12`h Avenue. The trail was discussed at City
Council work sessions throughout 2019 and as a result the City Council budgeted for this
project within their 2020 budget with funding through the Park and Trail Improvement
Fund and through State Aid. The 12tr Avenue Trail Project includes construction of a
new trail between White Oak Road and the existing trail head approximately 720 feet
south of White Oak Road, pedestrian ramp improvements, and ditch grading and culvert
repairs to facilitate drainage in the project area. Construction will be completed this fall .
! The City anticipates that this hail will be widely used and enjoyed by the community.
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C . North Pointe Park Update
Rick DeGardner, Director of Public Services, updated Park Members on North Pointe
Park. DeGardner address the Board by stating some recent improvements have occurred
at North Pointe Park. After observing numerous skid marks on the hardcourt surfaces,
staff installed, "No Skateboarding, Roller Blading, or Bicycles on Court Surfaces" sign
(the sign was also at Arena Acres Park). The additional signage seems to be helping.
Some residents also requested fencing on both end of the pickleball court to prevent the
balls from rolling into the wetland area. The fencing was installed a few weeks ago .
Pat Huelman, Park Board Chair, asked DeGardner is he had an idea of bow much use the
pickleball courts are getting. DeGardner responded that there are a couple ladies who use
it a few times a week but unsure who else or how many more are using it.
Huelman followed up by stating that the Park Board should keep hard surfaces in mind in
future discussions regarding the Recreation Complex as it seems to be what people want.
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& New Business :
Clark Gooder, Park Board Member, asked Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director,
that due to the YMCA closing if he sees the City needing to provide more Recreation
Programming. DeGardner stated that City staff is looking into what might be needed for
services with the YMCA closing and that they should know more in a few weeks as City
Staff meets to discuss . Pat Huelman, Park Board Chair, commented that with the
COVID- 19 Pandemic all Recreation Programs are currently on hold but will definitely
want to look into other opportunities for the future .
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9. Old Business :
Clark Gooder, Park Board Member, reminded Park Board Members of the last
t assignment they had prior to the COVID- 19 break and that was to go out and look at the
parks and assess which might need work/replacement. Pat Huelman, Park Board Chair
I commented that Gooder had a good reminder and that the Park Board Members should
visit the parks, and trails, as there will be more discussion regarding the dedicated park
funds.
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Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director, reminded everyone that there is still a vacancy
on the Park Board and to contact himself or Lisa Hogstad, Lino Lakes Deputy Clerk, if
they are interested in filling out an application or know of someone who might be
interested in joining the Park Board.
10. Next Seheduled Park Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 2 , 2020
11 . Adjourn
Clark Gooder made a MOTION to adjourn, Andrew Levi supported the MOTION. All in
favor MOTION carried. Meeting was adjourned.
Submitted by,
Kellie Schmidt
Administrative Assistant
Lino Lakes Public Services
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FROM : Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
RE : Review Park and Trail Fund
Attached is the Park and Trail Fund detail for the Park Board to review. The Park Board periodically
provides project recommendations to the City Council for consideration .
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TO : Park Board Members
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RE : Lino Park Playground/Park Shelter Concept Plans
Lino Park is one of our three most heavily utilized parks. The other two parks recently had new
playground equipment installed ( Birch Park-2018 and Sunrise Park-2019 ) . The existing playground
equipment at Lino Park was installed in 1998 . The open-air shelter was constructed in 1986.
Staff requested WSB to create a few concept plans to replace the playground equipment and park
shelter. Another issue we want to address is to create improved separation from the parking lot
and the active park area . In addition, staff feels that keeping the playground equipment in the
same general area ( rather than relocating elsewhere) makes economical and functional sense.
I am interested in hearing feedback from the Park Board regarding the three attached concept
plans . Potential funding sources are the Parks and Trail Fund and the Dedicated Parks Fund .
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DATE : October 7, 2020
TO : Park Board Members
FROM : Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
RE : Birch Park - Girl Scouts Kindness Mail Box
Girl Scout Troop 56277, a troop of 61h graders from Centennial Middle School, recently contacted
city staff to request constructing and installing a Kindness Mail Box at Birch Park. This project
would fulfill their requirements of achieving the Bronze Award .
A Kindness Mailbox is similar to the Little Free Library concept where people can take or add
things in order to brighten someone's day. Items found in the mailbox could be cards, sayings,
pictures, painted rocks, bookmarks, etc.
The approximate size of the Kindness Mailbox is 24" W x 19" H x 13" D. The mailbox will be made
from solid pine/aspen . The roof and shingles are plywood for weather and durability. The mailbox
will be mounted to a 44 stained , treated post.
One of the troop members will be assigned to monitor the mailbox monthly. This means filling it,
repairing it ( if needed ), etc.
The Kindness Mailbox will be located near the open air shelter at Birch Park.
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