HomeMy WebLinkAbout12/05/1994 Park Board Packet CITY OF LINO LAKES
PARK BOARD MEETING
MONDAY,DECEMBER 5, 1994
6 :30PM
***AGENDA***
1. Call to Order and Roll Call 6 :30pm
2 . Approval of Minutes from November 7, 1994 6:35pm
3 . Open Mike 6:40pm
4 . Award Ceremony - Jean Briggs & Girl Scout 6.45pm
Troop 834
5. Living Waters Lutheran Church - 6 :55pm
Reconsideration of Park Dedication
6. Updates and Old Business
A. Recreation Complex (verbal) 7:30pm
B. Recreation Focus Committee (verbal) 7:40pm
C. Friends of the Park (verbal) 7 :50pm
D. Marshan Townhomes Kirk Corson 8:00pm
E. Country Lakes Park (verbal) 8:10pm
7. Other Updates/Old Business 8:20pm
8 . New Business 8 :30pm
9 . Other New Business 8 :40pm
10. Schedule Next Park Board Meeting 8:50pm
11. Adjourn 8:55pm
All times are approximate. Please call Sandie at 464-5562,
Extension 176, if you cannot attend this meeting.
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PARK BOARD MEETING
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 1994
The City of Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order at 6:32pm
by George Lindy, Chair.
Roll Call was taken, members present were George Lindy, Sharon
Lane, Brian Bourassa, Pam Taschuk, Ken Johnson, Joe Schmidt and
Amy Donlin. Also present were Marty Asleson, Park, Recreation
and Forestry Coordinator, Barry Bernstein, Recreation Program
Supervisor and Sandie Wood, Recording Secretary.
APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 3, 1994 MINUTES: There was discussion as to
the motion that Brian Bourassa made on Page 3, Concept Review,
Marshan Lake Townhomes. The motion should be changed and read as
follows:
"MOTION: Brian Bourassa made a motion to accept the proposal as
presented with the following conditions: Have a transportation
trail along Lake Drive from the north side of the property to the
north boundary of the exception area and continuing on, on the
south side of the exception area to the south of Aqua Lane in
front of the proposed commercial area. They should construct the
transportation trail all the way through the exception area and
the trail should extend the length of Lake Drive from north to
south in the Lake Drive right-of-way. If MNDOT does not allow
construction of trail in right-of-way, then the trail can be
constructed in the development adjacent to the right-of-way. For
rocking out the area through the exception area the developer
will be compensated as part of their cash dedication. This trail
should be rough graded and rocked with 4 inches of rock. Our
intent is to have that trail placed inside the state right-of-
way. " Ken Johnson made a motion, seconded by Sharon Lane, to
approve the October 3 Park Board minutes as corrected. Minutes
were approved.
OPEN MIKE: There was no one present to speak under Open Mike.
CONCEPT REVIEW: Clearwater Creek Development - Marty introduced
Tony Emmerich, developer of Clearwater Creek and gave background
information on this development. Clearwater Creek is a new area
of consideration on the east side of Interstate Highway 35E,
bounded on the north side by Clearwater Creek, on the east side
by 24th Avenue South, and extending down to 64th Street on the
south side.
This will be a multi-phased project that will eventually produce
about 450 homes with varying densities in the different phases.
The average density is between 1.2 to 1.5 houses per acre.
Although the board is recommending a dedication for only Phase I
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and II at this time, the development as a whole must be
considered for overall park trail needs. Phasing will occur as
it relates to the cities direction for controlled development.
Marty included a number of enclosures that were relevant to the
consideration of this area for park and trail dedication. Figure
6 .3 from the Comprehensive Plan depicts the original park and
trail needs from a planning stand point. The N-15 park area is a
10.0 acre site that is centrally located within this service
area. The need to centrally locate this park area arises from
the generally accepted service radiuses of neighborhood park
areas to residents that would use the facility. There is usually
a service radius of about 1/2 mile. The development extends
beyond the original boundaries as depicted in figure 6 .3 . The
north/south orientation extends for approximately 1.5 miles.
There is a continuing concern for balancing land use issues in
relation to environmental concerns such as wetlands. For this
reason the developer has proposed a larger park area on the north
side of the development, with strategically placed mini parks
located to the south with trail linkages.
Marty stated that he and Jeff Schoenbauer reviewed the plan and
this concept should adequately serve the needs for the overall
development scheme. A copy of the developers proposal and
breakout of the land areas and proposed park dedication were
included in the members packets.
Marty stated for Phase I and II, we would take the land
dedication and any additional amount owed in cash. We would then
release this cash as needed as additional land is dedicated.
The trail corridor adequately accomplishes the goals of the
Comprehensive plan. Marty pointed out that all the trail
corridors were indicated by the blue lines on the color' coded
maps.
Marty asked the board to refer to the color coded maps and the
larger concept for Phase I and II. For Phase I and II the board
should consider the acceptance of a peninsula of land on the east
side of the development, and a triangular piece of land on the
western side. This portion has the trail passing through it.
Marty pointed out the eastern consideration has an exception
passing through it. The developer has indicated that he would
negotiate a realignment with the property owner. This is
important from a design, privacy, and safety consideration.
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He continued by saying if the board looked at this concept in an
overall vision, and park acreage need concern, the larger area on
the north side of the development is about 19 or 20 acres giving
this area a large open space for recreation. Since the developer
does not control this land yet, he has indicated that he would
write into the agreement assurances of a land dedication in an
area that he does now own in the area indicated as Phase V, and
highlighted by the green cross-hatch in Exhibit D of the concept
plan. This area would be a 10 acre parcel in size. Marty said
this was obviously not the best scenario for anyone.
Marty included a copy of the planning report for the public
hearing concerning Clearwater Creek. The report basically covers
Phases I and II as it refers to park dedication. He noted that
the proposed dedication is for 36.13 acres. This figure reflects
park acreage including wetlands. Thus, this figure would now be
different.
He asked the members to refer to the break-out sheet of land
percentages and formal proposal cover page submitted by the
developer. For Phase I, the developable upland area is 77 .2
acres. The 10 percent park land dedication would equal 7.7
acres, in an area of 153 lots zoned R-1 (single family) with a
density of . 9 lots per acre for Phase I, and 2 .4 lots per acre
for Phase II. The developer has indicated in his cover letter
that he wishes to meet park dedication on a per phase basis using
a system of banking and credits. Should the land dedication of
one of the phases fall below the park dedication requirements of
the phase being considered, the developer would submit a cash
dedication to be released upon further dedication.
Marty continued by saying the overall proposed park dedication of
the developer exceeds the land dedication requirements of the
project as a whole. Referring to the break-out sheet, the total
buildable upland of the project is 195 .8 acres, with a total land
dedication of 40 .6 acres. The large area to the north is the
largest share of this, totaling 24 .5 acres. This area is
considered floodplain, however, city code and our surface water
management plan allows for the use and development of floodplain
as park. In overall dedication, the developer wishes to exceed
his required park dedication needs.
Marty recommended the Park Board accept the park dedication for
Phases I and II land and trails based on the overall concerns for
this development. The recommendation includes banking, credits,
and cash assurances. Further should the land area to the north
not be developed, the developer would give written assurances of
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a 10 acre site in the area shown as Phase V. The land to the
east should not have the property line running through it (the
exception area) and a trail access to the area is needed, but not
shown on the sketch plan.
Tony introduced himself and pointed out the areas that he did and
did not control. He showed the two areas where there was major
objection to the development and an exception area that may or
may not be sold or developed by the owner. George asked if Tony
would consider a loop trail system. He felt it may help get
people from one end of the development to the other or to loop
them through as a long walking trail. Tony said that they would
take a look at that idea.
Amy voiced her concern about this development. She stated that
this development was going to be confined and wanted to see the
people in the area have enough recreation in their neighborhoods
to keep them happy. Tony replied that if you look at the layout
of the development, you will see that there is plenty of open
space in the development.
,-� Amy asked if they had done a study on the amount of children that
would be entering School District #624 from this development.
Tony said he had contacted the school district and they sent a
letter saying they approach growth as an opportunity and grow
with it. He said the letter was on file with the Planning
Department.
There was other discussion on the development. Some questions
asked were whether the developer could provide playground
equipment, the estimated population and cost of homes in Phase
III and IV, the length of time it will take to complete the whole
project, the number of realtors that will be selling the homes,
zoning in the area, the trees in the development, underground
utilities and other questions and concerns about the trail
system. Ken also asked what could be done with a 3-4 acre
parcel. Marty and Tony replied there was enough room for a
ballfield if that was what the board wanted to put there.
It was decided even though the board has to look at the
development as a whole, the board should make its recommendation
on Phase I and II .
Sharon said the trail system in Phase I and II should be
discussed. Marty said he would eventually like to see the trail
go all the way to Hugo. He said what we were trying to do with
10,14, the lineal trail corridor concept is to try and hug the wetlands
and use the natural area as much as possible to make it a
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recreational experience and create an edge effect . Ken asked if
the trail would be sufficiently off the roadway. Tony responded
yes. George asked if the trail that runs along Cedar Street,
towards the northern end of the development, was a separate trail
not assuming road right of way. Tony said it would determine
what was needed at that time and would not have a major affect .
George asked if the trail off Cedar Street would be a
transportation trail and where would it go on Street A when it
turns. Tony said it would be off the street area. There was
further discussion on the trail system before the motion was
made.
Ken asked if Tony had to go back through all the board to do
Phase III - V. Tony said yes he would.
NOTION: Sharon Lane made a motion to approve park dedication and
accept park land as noted in Phase I and II. Should the land to
the north not be developed, (Phase III-Phase IV) , the developer
will give written assurance of a 10 acre site in the area shown
as Phase V. Establish a system of land banking and cash
assurance to balance park dedication requirements . Trail as
noted on the west side of the development with contingency trail
link, between lots 9 and 10 Street G on a temporary trail
easement, until the Kane property to the south, is developed.
Trail link from Street L to East park parcel as noted. Motion
was seconded by Joe Schmidt and passed unanimously.
UPDATES AND OLD BUSINESS:
A. Recreation Comdex/Referendum: Marty included a copy of the
finished wetland delineation and a copy of the proposed
recreation complex A-3 plan in the members packets. He informed
the board that the delineation information along with a letter of
intent and background information had been forwarded to the Rice
Creek Watershed District. He has not heard back from them.
Marty also said he received a call from a resident that had about
ten concerns with this issue. He asked her to send him a letter
of her concerns and he would address them with her. If necessary
he would invite her to come to the next Park Board meeting.
George asked if we were going to have an appraisal done after we
hear back from the Rice Creek Watershed District. Marty said if
it looks hopeful we should go ahead with the appraisal.
B. Recreation Focus Committee: Barry gave an overview of the
Recreation Focus Committee and what took place at the last
meeting. He said the committee focused on instruction/how to
activities. Ie: How to do lawn care, flowers, orienteering.
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They also discussed the brochure and members of the committee
recommended the brochure be included in the city newsletter.
This is going to be done in the next city newsletter. Barry
explained the format that was going to be used in placing our
brochure in this document. There was also discussion on selling
advertising in the brochures. Barry said he had contacted other
park and recreation departments to see what they did about
advertising. He went over the pros and cons of this subject.
There would not be advertising in the first issue of the
brochure/newsletter. It will have to be addressed for the next
issue.
C. Friends of the Park: Joe discussed the last meeting of the
Friends of the Park Committee. He said the next thing the
Friends of the Park is going to be focusing on is donations and
grant criteria. They are working with Rice Lake Elementary
School because a donator said they would give money if part of it
was used at the school. Joe said they were working on a logo for
t-shirts. Marty reported that he and Diane Jensen met with
Moline Concrete and they are interested in starting a business
arm of Friends of the Park. They will go around to other
businesses and try to get them involved with this committee.
Moline is going to donate 12 concrete picnic tables to the City.
Moline is also going to go to their next board meeting and
discuss the hockey rink and building at City Hall Park. Marty
indicated that criteria letters had been sent out to the
neighborhood contacts and hoped to hear back from some of them in
the near future.
D. 1995 Goal Session Rankings: Marty explained that he took the
figures, totalled them and divided by 7 (the number of members)
to get an average and rated them 1-10 in priority. George said
he will write a letter for the council work session explaining
these are the Park Board goals for 1995 and discuss what was
accomplished in 1994 . Ken asked how close the dollar figures are
to what it is actually going to cost to do the projects. He was
wondering if we had to contract the work out if the dollar
figures would be close. Marty said he would have to prioritize
and then would deal with whether it had to be contracted or done
by City crews. He said that inspection of the parks on a regular
basis is going to have to be done. Sharon indicated that she
would be interested in working with a neighborhood group because
she is new on the board and not on any committees.
E. Shoreview Building/Hockey Rink: Marty passed out a cad
drawing of the possible layout of the rink and building at City
Hall Park. George indicated that location #1 was the best way to
go. He also thought it was a reasonable use of funds to move the
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pea rock vs the cost to put in a new road, parking lot etc. He
asked what the cost would be to move the existing playground.
Marty thought it would cost approximately $1, 000-$2,000. Barry
said the had been in contact with the hockey association and they
are willing to help out with the labor for this project. George
stated that Marty should wait a month to see what Moline was
willing to do to help out. Marty said he would ask the Friends
of the Park to help out too.
F. Border Patrol/Inline Skating Rink: Marty said that Barry had
gotten a video tape on border patrol if anyone was interested in
watching it after the meeting. He and Barry indicated it would
cost approximately $4500 to purchase it. Barry went on to
describe the system and size. Marty said there was a possibility
of selling advertising space. The members discussed the pros and
cons with border patrol vs a permanent bituminous surface in a
hockey rink. It was decided they would prefer using a bituminous
surface rink because we could use the existing hockey lights and
did not have to move or try to keep track of where the system
was. Marty said he had talked to people about the life
expectancy of the bituminous surface and maintenance. He
estimated it would cost $4500 to $5500 for the mat. Members
asked Marty to get quotes on the mat so they had an idea of what
they were looking at. Pam said if inline skating became a
passing fad the rinks could be used as basketball courts.
G. Other Updates/Old Business: Marty said he was going to be
meeting with the police park patrol to discuss park rules and
regulations and he would give them our inspection forms and ask
if they could be filled out if they saw anything in the parks.
Members had questions about the park patrol. Barry suggested
they contact Police Chief Dave Pecchia to get their questions
answered. Marty also mentioned that Jeanne Keenow has completed
her CPTED training.
Marty told the Park Board that all the park trails have been
signed with standard signs designating them as city trails.
Woods of Baldwin Lake - Marty reported that the employees were
now working on seeding the park. All the playground equipment is
done and the grills have been placed. The fencing has not been
completed but he hopes to have it completed yet this fall.
Ken asked about a more equitable trail ordinance. Marty said
Michael Krech is working on a figure for projected housing
through the year 2010 so he can relate trail distances with
future housing. Marty said the new ordinance hinges on the
Mayors 2020 vision and the wetlands in Lino Lakes. It will take
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him awhile to finish a new trail ordinance.
Joe then asked about the volunteer recognition award for Jean
Briggs Girl Scout Troop 834 . He reported that they are going to
come to the December 5 meeting and they would receive a plaque.
NEW BUSINESS:
A. Eagle Scout Court of Honor/Thomas Jensen: George passed
around the invitation that the Board had received from Thomas
Jensen. Brian and Marty said they would probably be attending
the ceremony. Marty hoped that others would also be going
because this is a big accomplishment in this young mans life.
B. Other New Business: Marty discussed Board Members terms and
mentioned that Brian would be attending his last meeting next
month and told Sharon that she should write a letter of intent to
Dan Tesch. George stated that he had been contacted by a
resident that wanted to know what the procedure was to become a
Park Board Member. Marty said people could send their letters to
.� him or to Dan Tesch.
NEXT MEETING: The next meeting is scheduled for December 5,
1994, 6:30pm, at City Hall
ADJOURNMENT: Pam made a motion, seconded by Sharon to adjourn
the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9:33pm.
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�.� MEMORANDUM
Date: November 30, 1994
From: Marty Asleson
To: Lino Lakes Park Board
Subject: Adopt a Park Recognition
Jean Briggs, Girl Scout Troop 834 Leader will be present at the
meeting with her girl-scouts to accept recognition for adopting
Lino Park in 1994. Please find attached a copy of their contract
for this community service project. This is the first formally
adopted park through this program.
As you can see the girl-scouts planted the very visible flower
beds and maintained them throughout the summer, as well as
organizing two park clean-ups, and reporting any problems seen
within the park.
We shall have a plaque available to present to them. We have
also called the press.
""II-Y OF LINO LAKES ADOPT-A PARK PRUh-KAv1
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Task Timeframe / Frequency of Activity
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Play Area Upkeep (Sand Raking,
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Park Clean-Up (Litter and � bAt aaL6 Iut a La .ex
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Remove Weeds/Non-Desired
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General Site Maintenance -
As Described Below:
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Figure 5.4(Part 2 of 2). City of Lino Lakes Adopt-A-Park Program Pledge
CITY OF LINO LAKES ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAM Page 2 of 2
Sponsor agrees to: Sponsor's Pledge:
• perform the work to the best of their ability. I hereby pledge to the citizens of the City of Lino Lakes that I (we) will perform
• observe all prudent safety precautions necessary to protect themselves and the stipulated work tasks to the best of my(our) ability and within the stipulated
those that they are working with. timeframe(s).
• obey all traffic and parking restrictions applicable to the work area (no
vehicle shall be driven across green spaces except for unloading and It is further agreed that the City of Lino Lakes reserves the right to terminate
loading of materials. this agreement at an earlier date when, in the sole judgement of the Parks &
• protect all site amenities in the work area from damage during work Recreation Board, it is found that the Sponsor has not satisfied the terms and
period. conditions of this agreement.
• obtain written approval from Parks Department prior to any digging to
avoid damage and injury from underground utilities. This agreement shall commence on n)b71�
• follow all directions as defined by the Parks Department pertaining to the
agreed upon work tasks. and terminate on 5jp± 19 q
• completely avoid the use of unapproved fertilizers, herbicides, or
pesticides without written approval and instruction from the Parks
Department. Sponsor Signature:
• notify Parks Department in a timely fashion ( 48 hours minimum) when
spec work tasks require materials supplied by others. CtVi Date:
• return all unused materials to. the Parks Department promptly after AO z ii D
completing work task.
• provide adult supervision for all workers under the age of 15. City of Lino Lakes Parks & Recreation Board Representative:
• indemnify and hold harmless the City of Lino Lakes , its officers, and
employees form all liability and claims for death, injury, or property Date:
damage out of the performance or non-performance of agreed upon work
tasks. Sponsor(s) acknowledge that they or their volunteers are not
considered to be employees of the City of Lino Lakes or its agencies.
The City of Lino Lakes agrees to:
• provide all instruction necessary to complete work tasks and manage
green spaces.
• furnish materials (trash bags, plant materials, etc.) and equipment as
necessary to complete work tasks (all equipment loaned to sponsor
remains under the City of Lino Lakes's possession and shall be returned
in good condition upon completion of the specific work task).
• make efforts to publicly acknowledge sponsor's contribution to the Adopt-
A-Park program.
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AGENDA ITEM
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Marty Asleson
DATE: November 28, 1994
TOPIC: Living Waters Lutheran Church Request to Reconsider Park
Dedication
BACKGROUND
Please find attached a copy of the letter received from the Living
Waters Lutheran Church requesting the reconsideration of their
former park dedication agreement. Pastor Wayne Kendrick, and
parishioner Ted Erkanbrak recently met with Jon Powell, Mary Kay
Wyland and myself to discuss the concerns that are listed in this
letter. I also enclosed the original Park Board proposal and the
minutes of that meeting.
The original park and trail dedication agreement for this
subdivision called for a trail along Birch Street and a dedicated
linear park trail along the north side of the development traveling
from the west to the east, connecting into Country Lakes Estates
and ultimately Country Lakes Park. The trail along Reshenau Lake
was requested as a dedication in lieu of a $10, 000 cash dedication.
The Church is requesting the revisiting of this dedication for the
trail (park dedication) along Reshenau Lake. As is stated in
Pastor Kendrick' s letter, the overall cost for the trail as
per dedication agreement exceeds the costs that the church would
have paid on a straight cash dedication. The church is thus
proposing to dedicate the land for this trail and the remainder in
cash for construction purposes.
OPTIONS
1 . Consider this request for a revision
2. Deny the request
RECObflri MATION
As per the Park Board wishes, although if this is dedication is
changed the developer/ subdivider has always been responsible for
land survey and legal issues.
MEMORANDUM
TO: All Park Board Members
FROM: Marty Asleson
DATE: October 30, 1992
SUBJECT: Living Waters Lutheran Church Proposal
Please find attached a copy of the proposal for Park Trail
Dedication from Living Waters Lutheran Church. This subdivision is
on the northwest side of the "S" curve on Birch Street. (Please see
the accompanying sketch map with statistical information) . Our park
dedication ordinance for subdivisions addresses residential,
commercial and industrial requirements. This subdivision is zoned
r� R-1 (single family residential) with a conditional use.
I consulted with Bob Kirmis of Northwest Consultants (the city
planning consultants) to give me an opinion on this issue. As it
points out, there are no exclusionary clauses to the subdivision
ordinance. Our park dedication ordinance does not however,
necessarily include churches for requirements. Bob points out that
the park board should consider amending the ordinance to reference
this.
We have completed a sampling phone survey of other cities and how
they treat this issue. Please refer to the attached memo from
Carole Kohler. I believe that the church proposal has merit and
follows our comprehensive plan. Note that there was no dedication
taken for other churches in the city. However, for example,
Gethsemene Methodist Church owned the parcel that they built on, so
there was no subdivision.
Please give me a call if you have further questions.
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MEMO
TO: Marty Asleson
FROM: Carole Kohler
DATE: October 28, 1992
SUBJECT: Survey of Cities Regarding Park Dedication Requirements
for Churches
Marty,
As per your request I called the cities of Cottage Grove,
Stillwater, Inver Grove Heights, North St. Paul, Rosemount and
Brooklyn Park and asked them how they addressed the question of
park dedication requirements for churches. Four of them, Cottage
Grove, Inver Grove Heights, North St. Paul and Rosemount reported
that they consider churches exempt from dedication. Brooklyn Park
^ considers churches to be commercial development and require a fee
based upon their commercial formula, and Stillwater looks at
churches as an institution which is addressed in the commercial
part of their dedication requirements.
Living Waters
Lutheran Church
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
6421 Tomahawk Trail•Lino Lakes,MN•55014-1458• (612)481-0220
L. Wayne Kendrick, Pastor
October 27, 1992
To: Lino Lakes Park Board
Re: Review of Site Plan and Park Dedication
Dear Members of the Park Board,
Living Waters Lutheran Church would like to request review of its Preliminary Site
Plan for the property that it is intending to purchase once it has been assured that it
can build on that property.
Because of the press of time,the transportation trail was shown by the architect
only on the north side of the protected wetland that is adjacent to Birch Street. It is
the intention of the congregation to comply with the Master Plan for Transportation
Trails by building the trail along the entire frontage of Birch Street. We do not
intend to petition for moving the protected wetland so that the trail could run parallel
to the street for the entire distance of the congregation's property. (We hope to be
able to break ground next spring and do not want to face protracted hearings with
Rice Crock Watershed District and the Corps of Engineers. You will also see that
the buildable property on the site is tight,and we do not wish to lose any.) The
"Let City could petition for moving the wetland,however,if it so chose.
justice
roll We have discussed Park Dedication with City Staff. If it is determined that we
down must make a Park Dedication,we would request an alternate dedication to the cash
like payment of ten percent of the purchase price of the property. That alternate
waters." dedication would be the transportation trail and our willingness to assist in the
Amos 5:24 construction of a recreational trail,following the old fur trappers'trail along the lake
shore and linked to the County Park to the west. We make these points for an
alternate dedication:
1. We are a non-profit organization.
2. The$10,000 dedication would be a severe handicap and might prevent
building in 1993.
3. Gethsemane Methodist Church was not asked to make a Park Dedication
when it built in 1991.
4. A recreational trail following the fur trappers'trail would be historic and
provide a nice link to the County Park and to the trails behind Rice Lake
Elementary School.
A representative of the congregation will be present at the Park Board meeting on
November 2.
Jesus said,"If you thirst,come to me and drink.
Out of the hearts of believers shall flow rivers of living waters." John 7:37-38
If there are questions prior to that meeting,please call me at 481-0220.
urs in Christ,
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Pastor L.Wayne Kendrick
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Marty Asleson
FROM: Bob Kirmis
DATE: 30 October 1992
RE: Lino Lakes - Living Waters Church
FILE NO: 194. 01 - 92 .45
At your request, I have reviewed the City Subdivision ordinance in
regard to any park/trail dedication requirements which would apply
to the proposed Living waters Church.
in review of the Subdivision Ordinance, the following provisions
appear applicable to the subject development request.
Section 1001.14:
The developer (subdivider of land) shall dedicate to the
City land for public use as parks, playgrounds, trails or
other open space.
Section 1001.08, Subd. 4 (3) :
Easements for pedestrian and bicycle trails shall be
provided in accordance with the City' s adopted Trails
Plan The exact location of trails can be determined
by the developer with review and approval of the Park
Board, Design Review Board, and City Council .
Based on the above Ordinance provisions, it would appear that all
subdivisions of land, including the subdivision necessary to
accommodate the church, are to be subject to park dedication (cash
and/or land) . In addition, trail easements in accordance with the
City' s Trail Plan should also be provided.
5775 Wayzata Blvd. - Suite 555 - St. Louis Park, MN 55416 • (612) 595-9636-Fax. 595-9837
while the ordinance does address specific cash dedication
requirements for residential, commercial and industrial uses,
public/semi-public uses, such as that under consideration, are not
referenced. Although it is apparent that some form of park
dedication should be required from the church, it is unclear from
the Ordinance text what such a dedication should amount to in
either land and/or cash.
So that similar problems relating to appropriate dedication may be
avoided in the future, the City may wish to amend its park
dedication ordinance to reference specific requirements imposed on
public/semi-public uses.
If you have any questions or comments regarding this material,
please do not hesitate to call.
pc: Randy Schumacher
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AGENDA ITEM , 5-A
STAFF ORIGINATOR Marty Asleson
DATE October 30, 1992
TOPIC Living Waters Lutheran Church
BACKGROUND
Please see attachments
OPTIONS
1. Accept the proposal as presented from Living
Waters Lutheran Church
2. Deny the proposal
RECOMMENDATION
Option #1 - accept the proposal from Living
Waters Lutheran Church
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Living Waters Lutheran Church - Proposal: Because of the lengthy
discussions previous to "New Business" on the agenda, item #5-A
under new business was moved up to this time to accommodate those
from Living Waters Lutheran Church who were in attendance.
Mr. Ted Erkanbrak representing Living Waters Lutheran Church came
before the board with a park dedication proposal regarding
construction of a church on 9. 6 acres located at Reshanau Lake on
Birch Street just north of Old Birch Street on the "S" curve.
Construction on the church is expected to start sometime next
spring. In compliance with the Master Plan for Transportation, the
church will construct a transportation trail on the north side of
the protected wetland area adjacent to Birch Street. This trail is
intended to run the entire length of the church property along
Birch Street. Building space is tight on this property and they
would prefer to dedicate cash rather than property for park
dedication. However,they have asked the board to waive the park
dedication on this project all together. If the board does not
waive the fee, then the church proposes to be willing to assist in
the construction of a recreational trail along with the
transportation trail. This trail would follow the old fur trappers'
trail along the lakeshore that would link to Country Lakes Park to
the west.
There was a question as to what the dollar figure for cash
dedication would be. The church quoted $10, 000, which would be
approximately $1000 per acre. There was some concern expressed for
waiving park dedication entirely. Would that be setting a
precedent?
Marty Asleson explained that he contacted Northwest Associated
Consultants, the City planning consultants, and referred to a
letter from them where they suggested not to waive the park
dedication fee. The letter explained that our park dedication
ordinance does not directly address this type of building, and
suggested that the City amend its park dedication ordinance to
reference specific requirements imposed on public/semi public uses
so that similar problems relating to appropriate dedication may be
avoided in the future.
MOTION:.
After discussion, Brian Bourassa made a motion to recommend to
council not to waive park dedication, but instead as dedication,
accept the proposed recreation trail on the north side of Birch
Street and work with the church to complete it in a manner
acceptable to both the city and church. This motion was seconded by
Candy Toffoli. All were in favor. Motion carried.
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Living Waters
Lutheran Church
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
865 Birch Street Lino Lakes,MN . 55014-1364 . (612)481-0220
L. Wayne Kendrick, Pastor
Kathleen M. Sukke, Pastor
November 7, 1994
Lino Lakes Park Board
7204 Lake Drive
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Dear Members of the Park Board,
I am writing concerning the Park Dedication of Living Waters Lutheran Church.
Background
During the discussions that preceded the granting of the Conditional Use Permit,
several options for Park Dedication(in addition to the Transportation Trail running
the approximately 1,000 feet of frontage on Birch Street) were discussed. A cash
grant of$10,000 was discussed,but because the congregation did not have those
resources then,other options were discussed. An agreement was reached that the
congregation would provide a walking trail on the lake shore. Originally this trail
"Let was to have been wood chips,but because the City has no provisions for such
justice trails,a gravelled trail that the City would blacktop was a part of the Conditional
roll Use Permit.
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like A contract for the construction of the transportation trail at a cost of$15,800 plus
waters." permits and legal fees has been signed and work is expected to begin shortly.
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Walking Trail
Living Waters has a bid in hand that sets the cost of construction of the walking trail
at$9,200 (Permits, surveying and'lcgal expenses arc not included in that cost). In
addition to the $9,200, Living Waters will provide to the City 12,000 square feet (8
foot wide trail, plus two-foot grass sp p on each side x 1000 feet long)of its
property for the trail. The value.of this .275 acre of land based on its purchase
price is an additional$2,750.
As a congregation , we are requesting a reconsideration of our Park Dedication
because of these costs. Now that the walking trail is a part of the City's trail
system, we would like to suggest that the congregation's Park Dedication not
exceed the$10,000 originally requested. The$10,000 figure would include the
value of the property used for the trail. The City,then, would be responsible for
the construction of the trail and the legal fees involved in its transfer. Thus, Living
Waters would give$7,250 in cash plus the land as its Park Dedication.
Living Waters Lutheran Church is being asked to fulfill all the responsibilities of a
developer within the City. But Living Waters is not a developer and it does not
Jesus said, "If you thirst,come to me and drink.
Out of the hearts of believers shall flow rivers of living waters." John 7:37-38
have a developer's ability to pass these costs on to someone else. We are not
requesting special treatment, but reconsideration in light of the costs involved.
Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Pastor L. Wayne Kendrick
MEMORANDUM
Date: November 30, 1994
From: Marty Asleson
To: Lino Lakes Park and Recreation Board
Subject: Recreation Complex Answers
Please find attached a copy of the letter that was published in
the newspaper recently concerning the south recreation complex.
The letter was written by Ms. Cathy Rickert of 232 County Road J
East, a resident of Shorview. Also please find attached my
response letter to Ms. Rickert. Possibly the Park Board had some
of the same questions.
November 8, 1994
City Administrator
Randy Schumacher
City Hall
1189 Main Street
Lino Lakes, Minnesota 55014
Dear Randy and city council members,
In the August 23, 1994 edition of the Quad Community Press the Lino Lakes
park director Marty Asleson talks about a proposed plan to build a 80 acre
sports complex. In this article it is his position to hasten the purchase of the land
before anyone else buys it. I'm concerned that in his haste to purchase this land
that many other considerations maybe overlooked. Since our family resides
just a few hundred feet away, I have numerous questions and legitimate concerns.
My concerns are about the ecology, the right to maintain a certain quality of enjoyment
of our properties in the neighborhood, the personal safety of the residents, and last but
not least the financial stability of the market values of the homes in close proximity.
The following is a list of questions that need to be answered.
1. Being that the property is surrounded by wetlands will there be an environment
impact statement required?
2. Since our water tables are high, if you fill in some of this land how will this effect
the drainage of the other properties near by?
3. Will there be a report on file so that the public can review how this lard will be
developed?
4. Wouldn't a feasibility study be a critical element before the land is purchased
to predetermine the success of such a large undertaking and to predetermine
the needs and wants of the general public?
5. Since there has been an increase in arson fires at park locations in other cities,
what fire protection is available and how far away is it?
6. Will there be a community center?
7. Will the sports complex be used by Lino Lakes residents only or will this be a
commercial enterprise?
8. Will alcohol be permitted on the sport complex grounds?
11111s, 9. If alcohol is permitted how will Lino Lakes police this situation?
10. If alcohol is not permitted how will these rules be enforced?
11. Will the city hire extra police or hire private off duty police?
12. What kind of lighting will be used?
13. What will be the park hours?
14. Has the traffic engineer predetermined how many more trips a day the complex
will create?
15. Will County Road J need to be widened?-
16. Will Ramsey County and Anoka County share in the street expenses?
Could you, Randy, present these questions at the next city council meeting? I
would greatly appreciate a written response to this letter within 21 days.
Just one more thing, wouldn't the residents of Lino Lakes be better served with
a sports complex in the center of the city? If you're planning a large 80 acre sports
complex, wouldn't it make sense to put it where most of the residents can have easy
access?
Cathy Rickert
232 County Road` East
Hugo, Minnesota 55038
C: Kate M. Drewry
Chairman of the Rice Creek Watershed
C: Susan Simmonds
Vice President Action League of Women Voters of MN
C: Willard Munger
Chairman of Environmental and Natural Resource Committee
C: Brad Stanius
State Representative
C: Kevin Chandler
Senator
C: Rod Sando
Commissioner of Department of Natural Resources
C: Bill Short
Clerk of White Bear Township
November 16, 1994
Ms. Cathy Rickert
232 County Road J East
Hugo, Minnesota 55038
Dear Ms. Rickert
This letter is to answer your questions, as presented in your
letter dated November 8, 1994. These questions concern the
Proposed Recreation Complex on County Road J and Holly Drive.
Question 1
Being that the property is surrounded by wetlands will there be
an environmental impact statement required?
We have checked with the Environmental Quality Board and there
would be no need for an environmental impact statement needed
unless our masterplan (which has not been developed yet) would
impact DNR protected wetland of one acre or less. We have been
advised by our engineering consultants that there would be no
impact to the wetlands by drainage from the proposed recreation
complex.
Question 2
Since our water tables are high, if you fill in some of this
land, how will you effect the drainage of the properties nearby?
As of yet the specific drainage issues have not been addressed.
We are still in the feasibility portion of this land acquisition
issue. However, our consulting engineer for surface water
management planning indicated that runoff impacts would not
increase over existing conditions, and may be less as the result
of the type of crop or vegetation planted on this land.
Question 3
Will there be a report on file so that the public can review how
this land will be developed.
All information concerning this park proposal is open information
to the public and accessible at the Parks and Recreation offices
at 7204 Lake Drive between the hours of 8:00 A.M. , and 4:30 P.M.
As of this writing we have available a study called "An
Evaluation of sites for the South Athletic Complex" , our
Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Plan, a wetland study that is
now with the Rice Creek Watershed District for review, a traffic
study, and a concept plan designed for feasibility reasons only.
Question 4
Wouldn't a feasibility study be a critical element before the
land is purchased to predetermine the success of such a large
undertaking and to determine the needs and wants of the general
public?
The process that we are now undergoing is the test of this site
as a viable land purchase. The process was started with the
implementation of our Comprehensive Plan. This plan was
formulated through a citizen-based committee and working with our
Parks Planning Consultant who is with the firm of Brauer and
Associates. Public information and a hearing was part of this
process. The original site as indicated in our Comprehensive
Plan was abandoned due to a higher and better use. Thus the
study alluded to in question 3 was implemented to seek an
alternative site, again with the help of our citizen-based
committee, and Brauer and Associates. A public hearing was also
held for this study. The goals and policies as stated in our
Comprehensive plan strongly emphasize community participation in
issues related to parks and recreation facilities, programs and
future development.
Question 5
Since there has been an increase in arson fires at park locations
in other cities, what fire protection is available and how far
away is it?
The recreation complex site is centered between two fire station
that are approximately 3.5 miles away. We have experienced some
fire problems in the past, but not any great increase in arson
fires.
Question 6
Will there be a community center?
As of this time we have no plans for a community center on this
or any site in the City of Lino Lakes. The concept plan that we
developed for this site has typical elements that staff thought
n would be appropriate and in need for this site. This plan was
developed for feasibility reasons only, and the ultimate facility
plan would depend on input from the community.
Question 7
Will the sports complex be used by Lino Lakes residents only or
will this be a commercial enterprise?
As stated in our Comprehensive Plan Mission Statement: " The
Purpose of the Lino Lakes Park System is to Provide a
comprehensive, balanced, and high quality system of parks,
natural/open spaces, trails and leisure-oriented
activities/programs for city residents to use and enjoy in as
cost effective manner as possible." The recreation complex will
be a city operated facility.
Question 8
Will alcohol be permitted on the sports complex?
City Ordinance No. 301.05 prohibits the possession, display,
consumption, or use of alcoholic beverages on any public park or
grounds. This ordinance would apply to the proposed recreation
complex.
Question 9
n If alcohol is permitted how will the Lino Lakes police this
situation?
Alcoholic beverages will not be permitted on this or any park
site.
Question to
If alcohol is not permitted, how will these rules be enforced?
Park areas are routinely patrolled with the rest of the city
patrolling needs. In addition, the Lino Lakes Police Department
has recently trained several reserve officers that will be
patrolling park and trail areas.
Question 11
Will the city hire extra police or hire private off duty police?
The city has recently trained several new reserve officers as
alluded to in question 10. At this time there are no plans to
hire any additional police staff specifically for the proposed
recreation site.
Question 12
What kind of lighting will be used?
If it was determined that lighting was to be used on this site,
the park site would use a directional lighting system that
affords a very minimal, if any spill-over.
Question 13
What will be the park Hours?
As per City Ordinance 300.07, "No person, except authorized city
personnel, shall be in or remain in any public park or grounds
between the hours of 10:00 P.M. and 7:00 A.M. , except by written
permit issued by the clerk-treasurer, after prior council
approval."
Question 14
Has the traffic engineer predetermined how many more trips a day
the complex will create?
According to the study report written by the engineering firm,
the traffic to and from the recreation complex was expected to
add approximately 330 trips a day on Holly Drive, and about 1000
trips a day south of the driveway in the concept plan, and to
County Road J. Trips were estimated on heavy summer use of the
complex. Traffic would be expected to be less during the winter
months.
Question 15
Will County Road J need to be widened?
A study was completed to determine traffic volumes and what the
roadway design and geometrics should be at various stages of
development along 12th Ave. and Holly Drive. A separate study
would need to be made to done to evaluate future traffic
projections and pavement conditions along County Road J.
Question 16
Will Ramsey County share in the street expense?
At this point the city has no information on the need to spend
dollars to upgrade this street.
To answer your question about central location, again we selected
a site that was best suited based on a number of parameters. We
have two recreation complex sites identified in our comprehensive
plan. One on the north side and one on the south side. Since we
have a regional park reserve through the center of our city, it
becomes impossible to locate our south site there, and with the
continued growth, wetland issues and future utility availability,
this site was selected as the most desirable location.
Thank you for your concern. Please feel free to contact me at
any time at 464-5562, ext 181.
Sincerely,
Marty Asleson
Parks and Recreation Coordinator
City of Lino Lakes
CC Randy Schumacher
Centennial Fire District
7741 Lake Drive
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
784-7472
November 18, 1994
Marty Asleson
Parks Director
City of Lino Lakes
1189 Main St.
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
Dear Marty,
You have asked me to address the arson problem in parks. I did some research and my findings
are as follows:
1. The largest arson problem in the State of Minnesota is with residential
property, accounting for 50% of all arson fires.
2. Although arson is on the increase, which is partially do to better reporting, it
does not appear to be on the increase in parks or grassland areas.
3. In our own experience we have had only one arson fire, that has damaged a
park building.
4. We have had some additional fires in the portable toilets, but not more than two
in the last five years.
5. The source of my findings are from the Minnesota State Fire Marshal's office
and our own records.
In summary, I don't feel that a park or athletic field presents any greater arson or fire risk than any
other use of property.
Sincerely,
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Milo Bennett
Fire Chief
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Rice Creek watershe
3585 LEXINGTON AVENUE NORTH, SUITE 132
ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA 5 5 1 2 6-801 6
TELEPHONE (612) 483-0634
FAX (612) 483-9186
November 22, 1994 i
Board of Managers
Regular Meetings:
2nd and 4th Wednesdays
at Shoreview City Hall
Dear Applicant: KATE DREWRY, District Admin.
BONITA TORPE, Admin. Assist.
SUBJECT: Submission of Permit Application
Enclosed herewith you will find a Rice Creek Watershed District permit application form and a
Permit Information brochure.
The Board of Managers meets the fourth Wednesday of each month at the Shoreview City Hall
Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. to consider permit and project review applications. It is not
necessary for you to make a personal appearance at this meeting unless you are notified by the
District. You may attend if you so desire.
All permit application forms and supporting exhibits (in triplicate) must be submitted to District
Office at least thirteen (13) days prior to the meeting date in order to allow time for review.
PLEASE NOTE THAT IF THE PROPOSED PROJECT INVOLVES FILLING OR DRAINING OF
WETLANDS SUBJECT TO THE MINNESOTA WETLAND CONSERVATION ACT OF 1991, THE
PERMIT PROCESS WILL TAKE A NMTIIVIUM OF 60 DAYS DUE TO THE PUBLIC NOTICE
AND COMMENT PERIOD REQUIRED BY LAW.
If you have any questions concerning the status of your permit application, please call 483-0634.
Sincerely,
RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT
�_--Bonita Torpe
Administrative Assistant
Enclosures: 2
NEXT PERMIT MEETING: 12-28-94
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTALS: 12-15-94
ITEMS REQUIRED: blue form signed by the landowner
(no agent's signature accepted)
$60 fee ($10 Application fee + $50 Field Inspection fee) (Permit
Review and possible additional inspection fees are charged
after Board action.)
TBREE sets of exhibits (see green sheet)
BOARD OF MANAGERS
A. J. CARDINAL, SR. CAROLE V. RYDEN ROGER L. OBERG BARBARA A. HAAKE EUGENE L. PETERSON
ANOKA COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY WASHINGTON COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY ANOKA COUNTY
MONTGOMERY WATSON Consulting Engineers 473-4224•MICHELLE J.ULRICH Attorney 699-9845
Rice Creek watershe
3585 LEXINGTON AVENUE NORTH, SUITE 132
ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA 55126-8016
TELEPHONE(612)483-0634
November 22, 1994 FAX (612)483-9186
Board of Managers
Regular Meetings:
2nd and 4th Wednesdays
Marty Asleson, Coordinator at Shoreview City Hall
Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Department KATE DREWRY, District Admin.
City of Lino Lakes BONITA TORPE, Admin.Assist.
1189 Main Street
Lino Lakes MN 55014-2123
RE: Preliminary Review of Proposed Recreation Complex, SE 1/4,
S33, T30N, R22W
Dear Marty:
Per your letter of 11/1/94, I have reviewed the wetland
delineation and concept plan for the referenced site. Because
the wetlands as delineated have not yet been superimposed upon
the site plan, it is not possible to quantify the extent of the
proposed wetland impacts, but I can offer the following general
comments:
1) The wetland delineation report is acceptable and the wetland
boundaries are generally consistent with our field
observations made last spring.
2) The concept plan as submitted indicates that some wetland
impacts in the form of fill and excavation are proposed.
The Wetlands Conservation Act Rules require that you first
attempt to avoid, then minimize, wetland impacts, with
replacement being the "last resort. " To document that this
sequencing requirements has been met, you are required to
describe at least two alternatives in addition to the
proposed plan that would avoid and/or minimize impacts to
wetlands. If it can be demonstrated that good-faith
attempts to avoid and minimize have taken place, and wetland
impacts must still occur, then a replacement plan must be
submitted documenting the size, type, and construction
methods of the replacement wetland.
3) District rules require pre-treatment of stormwater before it
is routed to wetlands, unless it can be demonstrated that
the character of the wetland will not be adversely impacted
by direct inputs of stormwater.
BOARD OF MANAGERS
A.J.CARDINAL, SR. CAROLE V. RYDEN ROGER L. OBERG BARBARA A. HAAKE EUGENE L. PETERSON
ANOKA COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY WASHINGTON COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY - ANOKA COUNTY
MONTGOMERY WATSON Consulting Engineers 473-4224•MICHELLE 1.ULRICH Attorney 699-9845
Marty Asleson November 22, 1994 Page 2
4) An RCWD permit will be required of the contractor hired to
construct this project. We will establish a "dummy" permit
file in the name of "Successful Bidder" upon receipt of your
refined plans for this project and supporting information.
5. I'm enclosing further information on WCA Sequencing
requirements, a Replacement Plan application, and a
checklist highlighting other information that will be
required as part of the permit review.
Please call if you have questions or would like to discuss
further.
Sincer ly,
S-V--C-67
Kate Drewry
District Administrator
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Enclosures: Permit Application packet
WCA Information packet
cc: Correspondence Log
File: City of Lino Lakes
Rice Creekwatershe
3585 LEXINGTON AVENUE NORTH, SUITE 132
DATE: 1/ Z 2'9 ARDEN HILLS,MINNESOTA 55126-8016
T� TELEPHONE (612)483-0634
FAX (612)483-9186
Board of Managers
TO: Regular Meetings:
2nd and 4th Wednesdays
at Shoreview City Hall
KATE DREWRY, District Admin.
BONITA TORPE, Admin.Assist.
Re:
Based upon receipt of your request for a review of the referenced proposed project, the following
comments are made for the site located at 2
Permit approval from the Rice Creek Watershed District is required for this project. A
Permit Application and.information brochure are enclosed.
No permit is required from the Rice Creek Watershed District for this project. Based on
our review of the information submitted, none of the conditions outlined in the Rice Creek
Watershed District Permit Information brochure last revised October 1993 appear to be
present for the proposed project.
The District's requirement for stormwater runoff rate control will be applicable to this site.
The Wetland Act may apply and wetlands need to be avoided first, then impact minimised
and mitigated in accordance with Wetland Act of 1991.
No filling below the 100 year flood plain elevation will be allowed unless compensatory
storage is provided.
Minimum building opening elevations must be at least two feet above the established 100-
year flood plain elevation.
No 100-year flood elevations exist for the project site; therefore, it will be necessary for the
applicant to determine appropriate 100-year flood plain elevations through the use of a
professionally registered engineer.
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BOARD OF MANAGERS
A.J. CARDINAL, SR. CAROLE V. RYDEN ROGER L. OBERG BARBARA A. HAAKE EUGENE L. PETERSON
ANOKA COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY WASHINGTON COUNTY RAMSEY COUNTY ANOKA COUNTY
MONTGOMERY WATSON Consulting Engineers 4734224•MICHELLE J.ULRICH Attorney 699-9845
Recrea-tiorz Focus Contini.ttee
"'°k September 14 � 19 9 4
Attendance: Brad Erickson,Cathy Parno, Brian Bourassa, Joe
Hufford, Dan Kieger, Matt Keiger, Marty Asleson
Marty updated the group on the direction of the recreation
complex and neighborhood parks in relationship to capital
facility needs for unstructured recreation and structured
recreation programs. The Parkboard is still investigating the
possibilities of a Parks and Recreation bond referendum.
Barry Bernstein was absent for this meeting so we postponed the
discussion of program reviews.
A discussion followed concerning the planning of future programs.
The following suggestions were made:
Educational programs for subjects such as Tree Pruning and
Gardening.
A kids gardening program.
Maple syruping.
Kids/Adults combined exercise.
City Festival.
Race Days.
Orienteering.
Kittenball for teens.
Bonfires.
Soccer, 3 on 3
Inline skating league for teens, by use of a bituminous mat in
one of the hockey rinks.
Please Note: The next Recreation Focus Committee is scheduled
for Tuesday, the 25th of October, 6:30pm at Lino Lakes City Hall
in the Senior Center.
RECREATION FOCUS CbMMI= MEETING
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1994
MINUTES
In attendance: Brian Bourassa, Pam Taschuk and Ray Weber
Committee reviewed minutes and were passed
Brian asked what is done with the minutes when completed, action
plan. Barry explained he takes what is discussed at a meeting
and follows all leads considered at the previous meeting and
brings them to the next meeting for discussion.
Subcommittee Report:
Barry has a drafted letter to go out to the teen committee, but
has not sent it as of yet. He explained that the letter should
go out next week. Barry explained that in the letter is the
upcoming programs and discusses future events.
ADA news:
Barry explained that Becky Dvorak, Therapeutic Recreation
Specialist is no longer with the city. She has decided to pursue
other interests. Barry explained that we will be interviewing
very soon to fill this position. Brian asked if she was full
time and Barry replied that she was not. Barry mentioned that he
hoped to see more progress in this area and continued to say with
a new staff person and direction more progress will be attempted.
Brian asked if Barry new her qualifications. Barry said that she
was a masters student or had her masters in Therapeutic
Recreation. She was interviewed, but that was some time ago.
Barry said that other people are interested in this position.
Review New program evaluation:
Barry led this discussion on a new form to look at the previous
year and the current year program. This two column report will
look at actions needed and actions taken in program offerings.
Barry hopes this report will clearly identify where and if
programs need to be corrected. He also eluded to placing a graph
on the back of this report that indicated attendance, budget
(income/expenses) and other information.
Programs:
Barry had mentioned that he is currently working on Summer
programs that the Recreation Focus Committee suggested. Barry
also eluded to other programs that he is currently working on.
Brochure:
Barry led a discussion on the new brochure format. Based upon
the Recreation Focus Committee we needed to get more information
out to the public on our programs, especially during the school
year. Barry spoke with Dan Tesch, Administrative Assistant to
the City Administrator, on the topic of placing our publication
with the city newsletter. Within one day Dan called Barry back
and wanted to go forward with this idea of combining both
documents. Barry mentioned that the first eight pages will
encompass city news, then economic development, recycling and
then the Park and Recreation Program Guide. Barry said that some
of the advantages are cost and the opportunity to have more
publications sent out during the course of the year. Some of the
disadvantages are not being able to pick out the color of paper,
enclosed with other city news, and in the back of a document.
Barry showed the committee a copy of the brochure that will be
going out in the newsletter. Barry eluded to a few changes in
this document from past documents. First our mission statement
is on the front cover. Barry said that with the loss of four
pages everything looks cramped, but in the future this will be
looked at closer with more time. Barry does not think that our
information will not be lost. The printer is placing a solid
color along the outside edge of our document to differentiate
between publications. Barry said that the next document will go
out in March. Barry said with the new addition of Woods of
Baldwin Lake Park we had 'to hand draw this park. Barry said that
a new registration process is fax in registration. You are now
able to fax in your registration form and make payment within two
working days.
Barry introduced Ray Weber who is active in both this and Friends
of the Park Committee. Barry mentioned that Ray works for Target
Corporation. He was going to propose a grant to Target for the
possible funding of the Performances in the Park Program. Ray
explained what this grant from Target Cooperation is and the
criteria for sponsorship. Ray said the donations have to be made
through a non profit. Pam asked what Target store was this
coming from and Ray explained that this was coming out of the
distribution center. Pam asked if the funding was a calendar
year and Ray explained that it is a calendar year and also
earmarked for a certain program. Barry asked if the grant was
approved would it be approved for the summer month. Ray
explained how Target allocates money. Pam asked when Ray would
find out if this grant will be accepted. Ray explained that it
would only take a week to ten days from the time of being
submitted to finding out if this grant will be accepted.
Survey information:
Barry explained that during the budget workshop Council member
Sally Kuether mentioned that we should be brought into the
process of the Mayors 20/20 Vision plan. Barry explained that
this was a goal. Barry said that he was curious to find out how
much information will be on parks and recreation. Pam asked who
was sitting on this committee. Barry said that what he knew was
that the city was looking at an internist to do this report. Pam
brought up a letter she saw in the Quad Community Press. Barry
said that Marty was addressing this issue with her via a letter.
Pam continued and mentioned that a Park Board member or staff be
involved with the questions in the 20/20 Vision. Barry said he
is looking forward to a survey because when he came to Lino Lakes
he was unclear of what people would like to see as far as
programs. Barry eluded to the fact that he was not a survey
professional. He mentioned that you could have several answers
to a single question and whether the answers are useful. Pam
mentioned that it is possible for the people asking a question to
address a specific question to inspire the interest of the
interviewee. Brian suggested that this group get an option of
meeting with the person who is designing the questions for the
city survey. Brian also suggested that this person visit this
group.
Budget:
Barry has been informed that the expanded playground and
warminghouse general revenue dollars were allocated.
Brochure Advertising:
Barry checked with a couple of cities about placing an add in our
brochure. He said Hopkins-Minnetonka Recreation Department tried
to advertise in there brochure without any luck. Barry was
uncertain if the advertising in the document will pay for itself.
National Youth Sports Coaches Association:
Barry said that he is very involved with this program. He a
certified coach and a person who trains coaches. He continued to
say that he has certified over 200 area coaches in the short time
he has been with the city. Barry is convinced that this program
is making better coaches, better people and a better program.
Barry eluded that this program is assisted through the efforts of
the Circle-Lex Lions Club. Every area coach who attends a
certification clinic pays the cost of $15 .00 . The Lions Club
pays half of the registration fee. Barry also stated that when
he looks at reservations for facilities he looks first for
coaches who have attended clinics. Both Brian and Pam thought
this was a good idea.
Next Meeting:
Thursday December 8, 1994
The meeting dates will be changed to Thursdays. This was a
recommendation from the cc mnittee.
Meeting adjourned at 8:17pm
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LINO LAKES PARK AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
RECREATION FOCUS COMMITTEE
MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 25, 1994
The Recreation Focus Committee meeting was called to order at
6:32pm by Barry Bernstein.
In attendance: Brad Erickson, Brian Bourassa, Cathy Parno, Pam
Taschek, and Barry Bernstein.
Barry started the meeting out by reviewing the last meeting
minutes. Barry mentioned that it appeared that the last meeting
was very progressive and positive. Barry mentioned that he took
what limited information appeared on the minutes and tried to
come up with ideas for each of the programs listed. Barry said
it did not make sense for the development of the programs if that
is not what the person had in mind and continued that he would
like to recap the topics for a better understanding of program
topics.
Barry led a discussion on how the park and recreation programs
are developed. When the department comes up with an idea the
program is written down on a program planning form. We try to
answer the who' s, what' s; why' s and where' s of a program. Barry
eluded to the steps that are taken on program development,
operation of each program and program evaluation. Barry liked
this format because it is easy to retrieve information on what a
program was intended to accomplish and what was actually
accomplished. Barry mentioned how we get the participants
reactions. He said that program surveys are sent out and he said
about a twenty percent return on the surveys come back to our
office. In explaining the evaluation forms, Barry said the
income was a gross income. The department takes off ten percent
of the program cost/income to pay all the necessary
administrative costs that occur. Brian brought up that the year
was not listed on this form and asked if a comparison of the
previous year could be added to the form. Barry thought that
this was a terrific idea. Cathy asked if we are still loosing
money on some of the programs because they are new. Barry
explained that in some cases this was true. Barry mentioned in
some cases that money was lost. He said in one case, adult
basketball we lost approximately $300.00. Barry said that four
teams registered for this program and we really needed six teams.
But explained that four teams were enough to operate the league.
He continued to say that because we operated the league last year
it is anticipated that more teams will register this year.
Barry asked if any one else saw on ways to improved the
� evaluation form. Brian said that the forms were very helpful for
the job that Barry was doing, but Barry explained that the forms
were made to justify what we were offering and why. Further
discussion on the evaluation forms was brought up by Pam. She
asked about comments from a Performance In the Parks program, in
particular, My Generation. She asked why some of the people did
not like this group. Barry explained that this group was very
loud and he was misled in the type of music they played. He
thought they would play more bubble gum music and they played
more of a hard rock variety of music. Barry brought up that it
is anticipated that these performance will start earlier and end
earlier. Barry mentioned that bringing in a bigger group might
be tried. Cathy brought up a point of having the bigger group as
a separate event. Barry eluded that at the present time we do
not have a location conducive to having a controlled entrance.
Brian finished the conversation on the evaluation form by asking
Barry if this information could be placed onto a graph to
illustrate comparisons from year to year. Barry said he will try
and work on it.
Barry lead the topic of what was discussed at the last meeting on
development of further programs. Barry was enthused when he
looked over the programs that were brought up by the members of
this group. Barry mentioned that at times his focus of programs
needs to be widened. He continued to say that it was interesting
that several of these activities were not "active" programs.
Barry then asked about specific programs that were listed from
the previous meeting. Maple syruping, Cathy said she was looking
at this as a one day, short amount of time event possibly run at
Wargo Nature Center. Pam said that she new of a couple locations
that offered this type of activity. Barry said the department is
looking at working with Wargo on future programming in the
Summer. Cathy mentioned that "come that day programs" it seems
that people don't come, you forget. Pam asked why don't we sell
advertising to the nature center. Barry mentioned that the
department is looking into selling advertising space in our
brochure. He continued to say that currently we do mention, in
our brochure, facts about Wargo Nature Center. Pam asked if we
as a group could see some examples of brochures that do sell
advertising space. Barry said that with the increasing cost of
the production and mailing of the brochure alternatives for
payment are being looked at. Another program that was brought up
for discussion was Orienteering. Brian thought this would be an
interesting program offering. Cathy explained what was involved
in this program. Pam mentioned about a camp in Loretto, MN where
young people are able to do a variety of outdoor activities such
as this one. Cathy placed a question to the content if we would
like to make this a contest or just for fun. Barry continued the
conversation on Tree pruning. Cathy is looking for a short
program that could inform her on the proper techniques. Barry
thought this was an interesting program idea. He said that with
the big problem of Oak Wilt in Lino Lakes this could be a good
1-N way to inform people of the problems if they don't prune their
trees correctly. The next topic that was brought up was
gardening. Barry asked if any one brought up this idea. Cathy
was looking possibly at a variety of topics. Pam asked what
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about community gardening. Barry said we have tried a gardening
club in the past and have had some success. Cathy explained that
she does not want a club, but when she goes out and tries to
plant things, it doesn't work. Cathy thought to get in a master
gardener to talk about a variety of topics on gardening. Pam
thought of introduction to flowers and introduction to
vegetables. Lawn care was another topic that was brought up by
Pam. The committee thought that with new developments and new
homes that people do not understand how to properly maintain
lawns. Kids and adult exercise program, Barry mentioned that in
the past we offered a program called Family Fitness Exercise.
Barry said about twelve people had pre-registered for this
program. Barry continued to say that this program is hoped to be
offered again but gym space is the limiting factor.
Barry continued the discussion on the brochure. The discussion
was raised to increase the number of times the document will be
mailed. Having the document in the city news letter Barry said
this was being discussed at the present time. Cathy thought
school flyers would be a good way of getting information out.
Barry agreed and said that this was being done, but pointed out
the fact that he would like to train residents to refer to the
brochure to get program information. Barry explained we did have
a city festival before and that a road race was an event of the
program. The issue of 3 on 3 soccer came up and Barry ask if any
one in attendance came up with this idea. The committee thought
the person was looking at a semi casual program that was operated
like our three player basketball with no officials, but
regulations governing the program. Kitten ball for teens program
was discussed and the committee discussed that they thought that
the person who brought forward this idea was Dan Kieger. The
committee thought that Dan was seeking a one day event, no
league, limited time commitment and casual. Brian mentioned that
Dan' s son would like to become involved with the teen sub
committee. Barry mentioned he would contact Dan.
The next program topic was in-line skating. Barry said that this
was a very popular activity and growing in popularity. Barry
said that this program does have its risks. Injuries have risen
from this activity. Barry informed the committee that the Park
Board had instructed him to seek information on a portable in-
line skating rink called boarder patrol. Barry explained that
the Park Board was looking into placing a tar mat at a permanent
hockey rink or using this system. Barry explained that the
advantage with this system could be placed all over the city.
The cost of this system is about $4500.00 . He continued to say
that is easy to assemble and disassemble. Cathy asked where this
system would be set up and Barry stated that the parking lots
within our parks could be a place to set this system up. Cathy
asked if this was o.k. Pam interjected and mentioned that bike
rodeos are operated in parking lots. Barry mentioned that we
would have to sign and barrier the parking lot for safety. Brad
specified that the surface would have to be very smooth. Barry
continued to say that this boarding system is one foot high.
This provides a safety system where people who can't stop may
step over the boards and then re-enter. Pam asked if any other
city has this system. Barry said that he visited Roseville' s
John Rose Memorial Oval. Although it was not the same boarding
system it was similar in style. Brad asked if we would put a tar
mat down in our hockey rinks would that melt the ice faster.
Barr eluded to the fact that if the parks crews painted the
surface white it would deter the ice from melting as fast. Brad
thought that we could paint our red and blue lines on the
permanent surface. Barr endorsed this idea. Brian suggested
that the controlled activity would be a good idea. Brad thought
that the permanent location could be used longer with the lights.
It appeared that the consensus from the group would be to place a
permanent rink in the city.
The meeting was adjourned at: 7:45pm
NEXT MEETING: NOVEMBER 15, 6:30pm, LINO LAKES PARK AND RECREATION
BUILDING. Please mark this date on your calendar. Also, if you
think of anything that you would like to bring to the attention
of the committee, please contact me and I will place your
question/concern on the next agenda.
FRIENDS OF THE PARKS MEETING
October 18, 1994
The meetings was called to order at 7 : 04 . Members present
were Diane Jensen, Georgia Herrick, Joe Schmidt, Jacquelyne
Farm and Bill Frogner. Others present was Marty Asleson,
Park, Recreation, and Forestry Coordinator.
Carry over minutes - February 21, 1994, March 21, 1994 and
April 14, 1994 . Friends of Park requires minutes for memory
and structure. The mailing is a good reminder. Georgia
Herrick will talk to John Bergeson to suggest an alternate
to produce minutes .
Minutes from September 20, 1994 . Marty Asleson reviewed the
minutes .
A. Corrections : * Ace Solid Waste gave $670 . 00
* Bill attended the meeting
* The motion to spend $30 on plaques
was approved.
New Business - Need volunteers to
go neighborhood meetings - Start
with Martha and Joe .
* Martha will go to Recreation Focus
Committee meetings .
* Joe will go to Park Board meetings .
* $18 . 65 raised from popcorn sales .
Motion to approve minutes, as corrected, was made by Jackie
and seconded by Bill . MINUTES WERE APPROVED.
OLD BUSINESS•
A. Postal meter interchange: Joe stated no decision has
been made on the postal meter. Concern was expressed on
wasting money on full price postage and City administrative
charges . Joe suggested dealing direct with the postoffice.
Marty has researched a bulk permit for non-profit . Joe will
follow up with Marty. Bill and Jackie moved to authorize
Joe to apply for a bulk mail permit . MOTION WAS APPROVED.
FRIENDS OF THE PARK MEETING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1994
B. Target Industries : Target/Dayton Hudson has two
foundations . A grant proposal is required. Dollars are
available for items like Performances in the Park this year.
Materials are being sent . Georgia is asked to ask Ray Weber
to the next meeting. Marty will provide phone number.
Marty will start writing a proposal called "Target Sundays" .
C. Moline Concrete: Update scheduled meeting, October 27,
1994 . Marty and Diane will accept gift of tables and
discuss a visible project that matches their needs .
D. Corporate Sponsorship Meeting: Meeting was useful .
Need for focus and preparation, negotiation, and asking for
specific amounts .
E. Tax Exempt Status : Federal and State approved as tax
exempt .
,•� F. Low Georgia showed the logo in process, still needs
"Lino Lakes" .
G. SNAC Program Tee-Shirt Logo Proposal : Dan Kelly and
Jane said because of number of sponsors will not include
Friends of Park. But will run T-shirt logo project after
November 14, 1994 . The Executive Committee approved $50
total for prizes . While it would be good to tie in other
elementary schools, it was felt that we should concentrate
on Rice Lake and perhaps Lino Lakes Elementary. If this
project is successful - next year we would work to bring the
rest into design efforts . Joe is contacting Lino Lakes, if
they participate will need another $50 . Start December 1,
1994, end December 23, 1994 . Finalized January 1, 1995 .
NEW BUSINESS•
A. Donation Update: No new donations . $9700 in account .
Checking account at First Star. Circle Pines Credit Union
approached to open non-profit savings account . As First
Star to Join Friends of Park.
FRIENDS OF THE PARK MEETING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 1994
B. Suggestions for taking out ads appealing for 1994 year-
end deductible contributions or approach Bob Snell or Keith
U to do an article . Georgia will follow up. 1) announce
request for proposals, 2) dollars available, 3) criteria,
4) year-end donations .
C. Ask Jeanne Kenow to the next meeting 780-0605 . Georgia
and Board suggested changes in criteria memo written by
Diane Jensen. Diane will type in changes and give to Marty,
3 1/2" HD Disk. This letter will be distributed on receipt .
Criteria may need cover letter noting deadline and any other
pertinent factors . Suggest that criteria be reviewed
annually.
NEXT MEETING: The next meeting will be November 15, 1994,
7 : OOpm at City Hall .
A motion was made by Joe to adjourn. MOTION WAS APPROVED.
FR=ENDS OF THE PARKS MEET=NG
September 2 O , 19 9 4
The meeting was called to order at 6:30pm. Members present were
Diane Jensen, Georgia Herrick and Jacquelyne Farm. Marty
Asleson, Park, Recreation and Forestry Coordinator was also
present.
A motion was made by Diane Jensen that the Chair and a quorum of
the Executive Committee be allowed to act on behalf of the Board
in the absence of a timely Board meeting. Actions would be taken
to the next Friends of the Park meeting for review and/or
approval, as needed. MOTION WAS APPROVED.
A motion was made to approve the May 17, 1994 minutes. MOTION
WAS APPROVED.
A motion was made to approve the June 17, 1994 minutes. NOTION
WAS APPROVED.
OLD BUSINESS:
There was discussion about a "slug" for mailing for non-profits.
There was discussion about undesignated funds. It was suggested
that criteria be written on letterhead for the appropriation of
these funds, with a text stating that the Friends of the Park
gives money on request based on money availability and based on
the criteria listed. Further,that we will review your request at
the next Friends of the Park meeting following submittal of your
request. Some of the criteria should include the "leverage", or
match fund idea, programs that could be completed with funds,
where a requesting party would have to raise money, the number of
people benefiting from the project, etc. The projects should be
matched with the funds available. Marty needs to get together
with Joe on this. All requests will be taken up as action items
at the next meeting.
It was suggested that the Park Board minutes be sent the Friends
of the Park Chair so they could be included in the Friends of the
Park meeting packet.
There was also discussion on logos for t-shirts and mugs. Mark
Uhrich is working on a new logo. They agreed that timing and
marketing is important. The t-shirt logo should be ready by
January. A calendar needs to be put together. A marketing plan
,.� should be available for the November meeting.
There was discussion on a "mission statement", and whether this
needed some new consideration for wording.
There was a motion to authorize Marty Asleson to spend up to
$1000 for the Little League irrigation project at Sunrise Park,
consistent with the intent of the designated donation, and upon
approval by the Park Board. Notion Approved. Pat Mahr needs to
be contacted for the proper name of the Little League
organization for the recognition plaque. The Plaque should read,
"Friends of the Parks Thanks , for ,
donated by The plaque should contain the Logo.
There was a Notion: To allow City Staff to expend up to $30/
plaque for up to 3 plaques for the present park donations,
contingent on funds to cover this project.
Mugs and T-shirts were discussed. Mark Urich is working on the
logo. Marty reported that Jane Lutz with the Rice Lake
Elementary SNAC group is organizing an environmental art contest
with the children at the school. Perhaps some of the art could
be used for shirts or other marketing and fund raising ideas.
Marty will talk to Jane and report back.
New Business
Moline Concrete has shown interest in donations. Diane Jensen
volunteered to attend a breakfast meeting with Marty, Jacquelyne,
Joe, and Georgia, on the 28th. of September to discuss approach
techniques.
A donation was accepted from Ace Solid Waste for $650. these
monies are to be used for the new neighborhood park requests that
would be used on a cost-match basis. It was further requested
that $100 of this money be used exclusively for the SNAC program
at Rice Lake Elementary Park.
A Motion was made to adjourn the meeting and the next meeting
date set for Tuesday, October 18, 7:00 at City Hall. Motion was
approved.
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AGENDA ITEM
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Marty Asleson
DATE: September 27, 1994
TOPIC: Marshan Lake Townhomes
BACKGROUND
The Shores of Marshan Townhomes is a 29.9 acre with 23.9 acres
above the wetlands (buildable) devevelopment bounded by Aqua Lane
to the South, Lake Drive to the West, Marshan Lake to the East, and
The Shores of Marshan Lake to the North. There is a proposed 1.6
acre General Business zone on the South West corner of this
development. The area is zoned R - 4, with 18 buildings, 12
townhomes per building for a total of 216 townhome units, or 9.04
units per acre.
The Shores of Marshan Lake Park area M - 2, is projected to have a
total park area need of 5 acres. The Shores of Marshan Lake
Development resulted in a 1.9 -acre park dedication. The Shores of
Marshan Lake Townhomes would add another 3.8 acres of contiguous
park acreage for a total of 5.7 acres. This satisfies our need for
park land in this area according to our Comprehensive Plan.
The remauinig Part of trail segment no. 18 south to Aqua Lane would
be completed as part of this project as well as a trail link to the
adjoining presently dedicated land. The trail link addition to the
south creates an access to the regional park via Aqua Lane.
Referring to the attached development proposal, the proposed park
area constitutes 15.8% of the high land area on the site. As part
of the development requirements from the land use standpoint, the
park and trail dedication should be free of wetlands and the land
joining the presently dedicated park area graded to the an
acceptable matching elevation. The wetlands have been delineated
in this proposal and the trails free of encroachment. Please see
the enclosed letters from the wetland authorities verifying the
wetland delineation in relationship to the plat drawing. Also as
a condition of this dedication the developer should be responsible
for all back-slopping of trails and sodded or seeded as determined
appropriate by the City of Lino Lakes.
According to our Park Dedication Ordinance, a development with a
density of 9 or more units would need an 18 park land dedication.
Accordingly, the acreage total or cash dedication would be for 4.30
acres. The remaining portion of the 4.3 acres or .50 acres would
be based on fair market value of the raw land purchase. I have
enclosed a copy of the purchase agreement with this agenda item.
At the $16,500 minimum per acre purchase price, the park cash
dedication would be approximately $1485. The dedication for the
commercial 1.6 acres of land would be at a later date and subject
to the commercial park land dedication requirements as per our
ordinance.
OPTIONS
1. Accept the proposal as presented
2. Refer back to staff for further review
RECOMMENDATION
Option 1.
HOKANSON DEVELOPMENT' INC.
HOKANSON DEVELOPMENT INC.
HOKANSON DEVELOPMEN-F, INC.
July 29, 1994
To: Marty Asleson
City of Lino Lakes
From: Kirk Corson
Re: Marshan Lake project
Dear Mr. Asleson:
As you are aware, we submitted the plat for Marshan Lake Townhomes to the City of
Lino Lakes in June. Because you stated that a park board quorum wasn't available, I am
sending you information on it now for the August Park Board Agenda.
The Marshan Lake project is proposing to m4ke a land dedication for the park system in
the amount of 3.8 acres, provide a trail from the park to the lake, and provide a trail
adjacent to the lake that will connect with the Shores of Marshan trail to the north. This
new trail will allow access to Aqua Lane and the regional park area as well.
The proposed park area (not including trails) constitutes 15.8% of the high land area on
the site. This proposed park area together with the adjacent park area (park department
headquarters) will create a sizable park with good visibility, access, and an area with a
vast array of potential uses. The park area being dedicated is open high area on the
flattest portion of the site. It is an ideal site for a park in our estimation.
The trail proposed on the site will extend from the park area to the lake and will be
located next to the lake on non wetland area. The site has already been delineated for
wetlands.
Runoff from the park, roads, and trails will be directed into a storm water detention pond
wherever possible to reduce non point pollution impacts to Marshan Lake.
Overall, the development of this parcel will allow access to Marshan Lake for many
residents, allow access to an excellent play area, and provide a scenic path for trails. This
plan will not only be an amenity for the adjacent development project but for the
neighboring areas as well.
9174 Isanti Street N.E., Blaine, Minnesota 55449
(612) 786-3130 e Fax (612) 784-9136
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MICHAEL C. FL'EMING
ATTORNEY AT LAW
MU WGHwAY 61
WWU ITAX LAZZ,HMNUMA 33116.3M
(6W 429.33M
TELECOM (6u)t29. M
August 2, 1993
Mr. Kirk Corson
unUmnann Develooment Company, Inc. post•It"brand fax transmlttalmemo7V1 #Of pages
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9174 Isanti Street, N.E.
Blaine, MN 55434
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RE: Wenzel Closing o.Pi. one
August 51 1993 Fug Fax
Dear Kirk:
Based on the hinutidwent to Purchoao Agreement , T Am working on a
draft of the proposed Promissory Note and Purchase Money
Mortgage.
Based upon the purchase agreiment, we are Belling to you 25.51
acres at $16, 500.00 per acre, -representing* a total purchase price
of $420,915.00.
At the time of closing we will receive $30,000.00 earnest money
including the $5,000.00 curt ntly on deposit. As a result, the
balance due pursuant to The'
note and mortgage will be
$390,915.00. The promissory note, a draft of which is provided,
will provide for an initial installment payment on September 30,
1993, in Lne amount ur $35,000.00. AccoraingJy, the principal
balance on September 30, 1993, will be $360,413.48. Dividing
this figure by five, it would appear that the equal annual
installments commencing September 5, 1994, should be in the
amount of $72,000.00, plus all accrued interest.
Please review these figures � nd the proposed note and give me a
call should you have any questions. I will be providing a copy
of the proposed warranty deed, promissory note and purchase money
mortgage to the closer. � :
Yours truly, �
j MICHAEL C. FLE. G ,
MCF/ds
Enclosure
RICE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT RCWD. .PERMIT NO. 93-208
�.� SUITE 374, ARDEN PLAZA cc: City of Lino Lakes
3585 LEXINGTON AVENUE NORTH Montgomery Watson
ARDEN HILLS, MINNESOTA 55126 Inspector Eklin
RCWD File
PERMIT
PERMIT APPLICATION NO: 93-208 Roger Hokanson President
Issued to: Hokanson Development, 9174 Isanti Street, Blaine, MN 55449
Location: Northeast quadrant of Lake Drive and Aqua Lane, Lino Lakes.
Purpose: Approval of a Land Development Plan for single-family residential
development to be known as Marshan Lake Townhomes, 24 lots, 22+ acres
At their meeting on December 29, 1993 , the Board of Managers
of the Rice Creek Watershed District reviewed your permit
application and the recommendation of the District Engineer based
upon the following exhibits:
1. Permit application dated December 9, 1993.
2. Preliminary plat and grading plan, prepared by R. Nelson Engineering, last
revised December 17, 1993, received December 9, 1993.
3. Wetland delineation survey, prepared by Hokanson Development, Inc. , dated
December 7, 1993, received December 9, 1993.
4. Calculations for runoff and ponding volume for 1- and 100-year storm events,
prepared by R. Nelson Engineering, dated December 8, 1993, received
December 9, 1993.
5. Cash Surety in the amount of $5,400 received January 21, 1994.
They found the project as planned to be in -accordance with the
Rules & Regulations and Guidelines of the District and therefore
approved the permit as requested, with the following additional
stipulations:
NO ADDITIONAL STIPULATIONS
It is the responsibility of the Permittee to provide all measures
necessary to contain sediment on the site during construction.
This may require the use of erosion control measures not outlined
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^ RCWD PERMIT NO. 93-208 s continued: Page 2
on the erosion control plan. If this requirement is not met, the
Permittee may be ordered to provide additional erosion control
measures if deemed necessary by the District Inspector.
Immediately upon completion of rough grading; stormwater management
features must be completed according to plans permitted by the
District: It is also the responsibility of the property owner to
provide necessary maintenance to assure that the stormwater
management systems approved as part of this Permit will continue
to function as originally designed.
MOTE FOR PROVIDERS OF A CASH SURETY: Failure to implement and
maintain the sediment-erosion control and cover establishment
measures outlined in the permit exhibits may result in forfeiture
of your cash surety. If such measures are satisfactorily provided,
the cash surety will be returned with interest after permanent
vegetative cover has been established. Please notify the District
Office in writing when permanent vegetative cover has been
established and a final inspection will be made.
Two (2) inspections of the project site are included with this
Permit: one after erosion control measures are in place and one
after project completion and revegetation, and will be conducted
to assure compliance with all agreements; terms, and stipulations
of this Permit. Failure- to comply with the foregoing may result
in rescission of the Permit, and is in violation of Chapter 112 . 89
MSA, a misdemeanor. Any additional inspection, requested or
required, will be billed at $25/visit.
This document is not transferable, and is valid for one ( 1) year
after the date of issuance. No construction is authorized beyond
the expiration date. If Permittee requires more time to complete
constructions a renewal of the Permit will be necessary.
Please contact RCWD at 483-0634 when the project is about to
commence so an inspector may view the work in progress . By
acceptance of this Permit, Permittee has consented to the
foregoing. The enclosed Owner's Certification form must be
completed and forwarded within ten (10) days of project completion.
Pres" ent, RCWD Board of Managers
Eugene L. Peterson
Secretary R Board-of Manag rs
.� Andrew ardin 1 , Sr.
January 24, 1994
Form C Revised 1/9/91 Date of Issuance
bct
This Sign To Be Posted In Prominent Place
RCWD
LINO LAKES
RCWDPERMITNO.
�I3 - ZOS
ISSUED TO ff&QeM)J SW D�II� PMENT
EXPIRES —tTAhwLARY 24 ., 1995
FOR INSPECTION CALL DAL .0*01 -
E E:I<L W 429�090
Rice Creek Watershed District 3585 Lexington Avenue N., Arden Hills, MN 55126
RCWD
EROSION CONTROL
REQUIREM,:ENTS
1. Install erosion control before any grading work is started on the site.
2. When using silt fence, the silt fence must be dug into the ground 6 and
the back-fill tamped firmly. Use 2"x2" posts, 4 feet on centers. Use wood
lathes to fasten the silt fence to the posts. Do not just staple It.
3. On steep grades, the silt fence will need woven wire fencing for a backing.
The wire fence should be held in place with steel posts. On steep grades
more than one silt fence may be needed.
4. When using hay bales, the bales must be staked firmly in place. Dig Bales
Into the Ground.
5. The construction driveway must be rocked so truck tires do not carry out
mud to the roadway.
6. Erosion control must be maintained at all times. When cover is established
and there is no danger of erosion, the erosion control can be removed.
7. At any time, the Inspector can require additional erosion control if the
Inspector feels the erosion control that is in place is not adequate.
8. Failure to implement the RCWD erosion control requirements will result in
an immediate stop work order on the site.
POST THIS NOTICE WITH YOUR RCWD PERMIT
CALL 483 =0634 .
Rice Creek Watershed District 3585 Lexington Avenue N., Arden Hills, MN 55126
MENORANDUM
Date: November 30, 1994
From: Marty Asleson
To: Lino Lakes Park and Recreation Board
Subject: Shores of Marshan II Discussion
Kirk Corson from Hokenson Development wished to be on the Park
Board agenda to revisit the concept plan. The reasons for this
is there may be a reconfiguration of the plat, and the shoreland
adjacent to the trail has been under discussion. At this time
Kirk does not have data to support any changes to the original
concept; he does however want to talk to you about proposed
changes before anything else happens.
The issue of the shoreland will be brought up in the sense of
whether the Park and Recreation Board would support the idea of a
publically controlled lake frontage. The issue of a canoe launch
has been discussed. We have checked with Anoka County Parks and
they would support the idea of a publically owned canoe access.
The question of how this relates to park dedication is very
nebulous at this time since Hokenson is still working on
^ development requirements with the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources.
A public access canoe launch falls within the goals and
objectives of our Comprehensive Plan under the section of
Parks/Open Space Acquisition/Development and the Preservation of
Significant Natural Resources. Please refer to page 3-3 of our
Comprehensive Plan. This access would definitely be a good
opportunity to make available to the residents as a whole a
recreational opportunity using a significant Lino Lakes natural
resource.
Again, the details would need to be worked out at a future date
if the Board feels it is worth pursuing.
Section 3-Governing Policies City of Lino Lakes
• To implement the Comprehensive Park Plan and • Major review and updating of the Objectives:
Development Guide for the purpose of guiding Comprehensive Park Plan and Development
parks and recreational facility development in Guide shall be undertaken at intervals not To enhance the quality of life for city residents
the forthcoming years. exceeding ten years or when conditions within by acquiring and developing adequate parks and
the community have changed to a degree open spaces to fulfill their present and future
• To develop a means for ongoing and systematic whereby the Parks & Recreation Board, City physical and psychological needs and desires.
evaluation of the various park system Council, and city staff determine updating is
components, thus allowing for actual and warranted. To use the parks, open spaces, and
perceived changes in the community's interconnecting trail corridors as significant
development and recreational needs to be The Comprehensive Park Plan and Development factors in shaping the way in which Lino Lakes
reflected in the park system and implementation Guide shall be officially adopted by the City develops and grows in the future.
plan. Council.The Guide shall be represented through
reference in the Comprehensive Guide Plan for To preserve significant natural resources, lake
• To enhance the community's and public bodies' Lino Lakes. shoreline, drainageways, pond areas, and
understanding of the Park System and wetlands as open space and important
development objectives. Residents shall be given the opportunity to components of the overall park system.Preserve
participate in the planning process(i.e., through the water quality of the natural water systems.
• To develop a handbook by which incoming Park needs assessment studies, neighborhood
&Recreation Board members(and other public meetings, etc.) to ensure that their needs are • To maintain and enhance the character or charm
bodies) can readily understand the purpose and understood and acted upon. of the community.
direction of the park system.
• Copies of the Executive Summary for the • To encourage a compact urban form which
Policy Statements: Comprehensive Park Plan and Development emphasizes an orderly and sequential growth
Guide shall be made available to community pattern that is capable of being efficiently and
• The Comprehensive Park Plan and Development residents upon request. Copies of the complete economically served by public services and allows
Guide shall be used for the purpose of guiding Guide shall be available for review and/or for open space to remain for as long as possible.
future park development within Lino Lakes.All purchase (at cost) by interested residents upon
aspects of future park development shall be request. Policy Statements:
undertaken in a manner which is consistent with
the park system framework, development • Park land dedication policies and ordinances
criteria,and general principles as defined in the Parks/Open Space Acquisition/Development shall be adopted by the city which require each
Comprehensive Park Plan and Development and Preservation of Significant developer(of all land use categories) to dedicate
Guide. Natural Resources land or, at the discretion of the city, an
equivalent cash value contribution for parks and
• Periodic(yearly or as per the Park&Recreation recreational use in accordance with the
Board's recommendation) review of the Goal:- Comprehensive Park Plan and Development
Comprehensive Park Plan and Development Guide.
Guide by the Parks&Recreation Board and city To provide city residents with parks and open space
staff shall be undertaken.The principle objective for recreational uses and as a visual/physical Parks,natural open spaces,and city recreational
of the periodic reviews shall be to determine if diversion from the hard surfacing of urban areas/facilities shall be acquired and developed
adjustments are necessary or appropriate based development as well as providing for the by Lino Lakes in accordance with the
on perceived changes in community needs/ preservation and conservation of limited natural Comprehensive Park Plan and Development
conditions, unique special or unforeseen resources and maintaining the character,small town Guide for the purpose of shaping future
" conditions arising, or changes in overall ambience, rural (open space) appearance, and community development and establishing an
recreation needs. historical elements of the cgr^munity. image of balance between urbaniz( and
nature.
z 3-3
• Acquisition of specific parcels of land for park Natural Resources and other public agencies) Property owners shall be encouraged to preserve
uses shall be based on the natural resource and the Lino Lakes Comprehensive Plan shall be the natural character of their properties.
qualities of the land and its suitability for the adopted and implemented. Information which helps owners determine what
desired outdoor recreation activities. "Left over" they can do to enhance their property - such as
or undesirable land parcels with limited natural Water quality policies and ordinances shall be planting tips and guidelines,etc. - shall be made
resource qualities shall be considered developed to protect the quality of surface and available through the Parks & Recreation
unacceptable. ground water. A clearly defined water quality Department.
management plan shall be developed and
• Linear trail corridor and easement policies and implemented by the city. Environmental programs, such as the city
ordinances shall be adopted by the city which recycling program,shall be promoted.Programs
require each developer to dedicate land for A reasonable and ongoing effort shall be made geared toward protecting limited natural
developing a core system of trails and providing to eliminate all physical barriers which deter resources, such as environmentally sound
access from subdivisions to those trails in special populations (handicapped, elderly, etc.) maintenance procedures,shall also be promoted.
accordance with the Comprehensive Park Plan from using existing and future parks and
and Development Guide. recreational facilities. Barrier-free design A detailed study to define the significant natural
principles shall be implemented in accordance resource areas throughout the city shall be
• Linear trail corridors shall be developed along with federal and state guidelines. conducted.
4 existing lakes, drainageways, ponds, wetlands,
A a and woodlots to provide recreational Maintenance procedures which are consistent The Parks & Recreation Board and Parks &
r1 opportunities and access to park sites in with generally accepted practices shall be clearly Recreation Department shall review and
p accordance with the Comprehensive Park Plan defined, documented, and adopted by the Parks comment on all planned development matters
d and Development Guide. & Recreation Department and carried out by impacting the future of city parks, natural open
the appropriate city staff. Maintenance of all spaces and the dedication, acquisition, and
• The trail system shall be developed in a manner parks and recreational facilities shall be development of park land.
which minimizes conflicts between pedestrians undertaken with an emphasis on high quality and
and motor vehicles. safety and be accomplished as cost effectively as
possible. Community Participation and Interaction
• Trail types, development standards,and general
y location shall be in accordance with the Screening, landscaping, and tree replacement
I, Comprehensive Park Plan and Development policies and ordinances shall be adopted by the Goal•
Guide. The trail system shall accommodate a city which require all developers/developments
range of activities,including walking,hiking,bike to include landscaping as part of their To establish an effective, ongoing means of
riding, cross country skiing, and, where development plans. communicating and interacting with residents about
designated,snowmobiling and horseback riding. issues related to parks and recreation facilities,
• A planting/reforestation program using programs, and future development.And to provide
• Park System Development Standards as defined appropriate plant materials shall be developed residents with the opportunity to participate in
in the Comprehensive Park Plan and and implemented - in phases to coincide with recreational activities and programs through various
Development Guide and based on the principle available funding-in all parks and natural/open civic and volunteer organizations.
of providing and maintaining quality public park space areas where trees and vegetation are
areas and facilities shall be used as the basis for lacking. Objectives:
developing future parks, natural open spaces,
and recreational facilities. • The local school districts and churches shall be To promote active and continuous interaction
encouraged to participate in a planting program between the Parks & Recreation Board and
• Policies for wetlands and shoreland management which is consistent with that of the city's. Department and neighborhood citizens, special
which are consistent with accepted statewide interest groups, and individuals to achieve
standards (i.e., Minnesota Department of effective recreational programming and facility
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