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HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/03/1989 Park Board Packet PARK BOARD MEETING April 3, 1989 The regular Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 7: 04 p.m. at the Lino Lakes City Hall . Members present were: Chairman Ray Johnson, John Bauman, Bob Williams , Ken Johnson, and Bill Nissen . Members absent : Candy Toffoli , and George Lindy. Also present were: Public Works Director, Don Volk, and Planning Secretary, Laura Elken. CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES Chairman Ray Johnson approved the March park board minutes as written. PARK DEDICATION FOR BILTMORE ADDITIO/KEITH EBENSTEINER The park board was presented with a preliminary plat of Biltmore Addition for their review. Don Volk stated that at this point there still may be some minor changes to the drainage plan. One half of the east boundary abutts Sunrise Park. Chairman Ray Johnson raised the question as to possible screening from Sunrise Park. He is concerned that the individual property owners may want a fence installed. He would like to recommend to the Planning and Zoning Board that a fence be a requirement to the developer to install . Chairman Johnson looked at this site, and explained that there is a ballfield in the southeast corner of the park, and foul balls , etc. could cause a problem. Don suggested possibly screening with trees and shrubs rather than fences . He did feel that a fence would be necessary near the ballfield. The board was individually questioned regarding this issue: Bill Nissen and Ken Johnson would like a fence, stating that a fence require low maintenance verses trees. Property owners may not take care of the trees and shrubs in the same manor. John Bauman suggested a wooden fence with plantings around it . Bob Williams felt he would like to stay away from fences, and felt some people would not care for them. Don Volk suggested the possibility of installing a fence along the first three lots near the ballfield, and from that point on to provide a natural screening. Discussion turned to the planned street into this Page 1 PARK BOARD MEETING April 3, 1989 development . The board felt that the 33 ' of roadway may interfere with the proposed parking lot . Don Volk stated that if necessary, alterations will be made to accommodate a sufficient parking area. The Developer, Keith Ebensteiner was present at the meeting, and asked if the fence would be the homeowners expense or his . Park Board would like this issue brought up at the next Planning and Zoning Board Meeting and request that it be a requirement to the developer to provide screening for the property abutting Sunrise Park. Don Volk will speak to the City Planner regarding this issue. The Park Board decided to accept a cash park dedication . Mr. Ebensteiner pointed out that Lot 9, Block 2 is unbuildable, and was concerned that he would be charged for that lot also. The Park Board explained that park dedication fees would not be taken for that lot . MASTER TRAIL PLAN/DON VOLK Park Board members received a map outlining the proposed "Master Trail Plan" , Don Volk stated that the boundaries were not etched in stone. Don Volk sent a copy of the "Master Trail Plan" to Dave Torkildson, Director of Anoka County Parks for his input . Adjustments may be made after Anoka Countys response. Ken Johnson stated that this trail will attract campers to our area, and will be a great asset. The "Master Trail Plan" is designed to follow drainage easements and utility easements , and is planned as economically as possible. Developers will be made aware of the city' s trail plan, and will be required to develop trails to coincide with ours . The "Master Trail Plan" map does not point out the "Class B" trails that are planned. Don Volk stated that it is difficult to place them on the map before the subdivision is constructed. Park Board recommended to City Council approval of a Concept Plan for the proposed "Master Trail" . GREATER CENTENNIAL AREA RECREATION PROGRAM/KEN JOHNSON Ken Johnson explained that the recreation committee is on hold until the school district ' s attorney reviews the Joint Powers Agreement . Page 2 PARK BOARD MEETING April 3, 1989 An article in the Quad Press and Circulating Pines did state that Blaine has dropped out of the recreation program. Three Blaine Councilmembers did attend the last recreation committee meeting. Their intent at the meeting was to set up a user fee for Blaine residents that attend Centennial schools and would like to participate in this program. Don Volk stated that Lino Lakes is the major contributor to the recreation program. Our contribution towards this is equivalent to the other cities (Centerville, Circle Pines , Lexington) combined, and Lino Lakes only has 1 commissioner to represent Lino Lakes . After considerable discussion the Park Board decided they would like to see 1 commissioner appointed for every 5 , 000 population per city. An additional commissioner would be appointed when the city population reaches the half way point of there next 5 , 000 . Example: 1 member at 0 - 5, 000 , 2nd member at 7, 500 , 3rd at 12 , 500 etc. , plus 1 commissioner to represent Centennial School District . This will be presented to the City Council for their approval . Once the Joint Powers Agreement is returned from the attorney, this will be addressed at Council level . PLANTING PROGRAM - CITY PROPERTIES/DON VOLK Don Volk presented a map to the Park Board highlighting city owned properties. The City Council would like to look at an overall tree planting program for our city owned property. Mike Hoffman, City Forester will assess our city parks , photograph them, and report to Park Board in May with results . Ray Johnson also stated that this will help us to retain our Tree City USA Title. PINE BARK BEETLES/DON VOLK The City did receive the pheromone traps , and has had good response from the public regarding the use of these traps on their property. The Lino Lakes Correctional Facility purchased 10 traps from the city to use. Sherwood Green has been asked to become a demonstration .� project by the DNR. 75% of the traps were purchased from the DNR to carryout this project , leaving a cost of $2, 800 . 00 to the city for the remaining 25% of the traps . Page 3 PARK BOARD MEETING April 3, 1989 A major key to controlling the Pine Bark Beetle problem in the future is to thin pine trees in the city. Mike Hoffman, City Forester, will demonstrate to residents how to properly thin their trees . The problem the residents face is what to do with the trees that they cut down. The City hopes to purchase a wood chipper. The city could feasibly take the wood chipper to the residents and help them with disposal of their trees . ARBOR DAY UPDATE/DON VOLK An Arbor Day Celebration is scheduled for April 29, 1989. starting at 10: 00 thru 3: 00 p.m. This will be a rain or shine event . A flyer was presented for Park Board review. This flyer will be distributed to Lino Lakes residents in the Quad Community Press on the week of April 17th. Flyers will also be distributed at local businesses, and also at Lino Elementary where they will be handed out to children. OLD BUSINESS The Park Board received a co of the check copy e given to the City of Lino Lakes for Park Dedication at Sunrise Meadows . Don Volk suggested that we use this money for Sunrise Park. Park Board will have the cost of running water to the park, and the possibility of running city sewer to the park was discussed. Don Volk stated there is a new concept in rest room facilities . This concept is a rest room facility that compost the refuse. Don Volk stated that this method requires no plumbing maintenance, is odorless and works well . Mr. Volk will. provide the park board with literature on this self contained unit . Mr. Johnson stated that many inner city parks are using this method. Don Volk stated that the Circle-Lex Lions Club wants to install a sound system into Sunrise Park. Discussion followed with concern regarding the noise from the speakers , the possibility of the noise becoming a nuisance to nearby residents . It was decided after discussion that the Little League would be using them, but the sound system would not be accessible to everyone. Bill Nissen was not in favor of the sound system, with the exception of its use at Sand Bur Days . NEW BUSINESS .,� Builders Day A Builders Day meeting is scheduled for April 13th. Architectual Awards will be given to two developers in the Page 4 PARK BOARD MEETING April 3, 1989 city, G.M. Development , and Stewart Homes. Construction damage to trees will be discussed, along with information regarding the 1989 construction season. Don Volk stated that a Tree Protection Ordinance that developers will have_ to follow will be discussed in the near future. An ordinance such as this would help protect future homeowners from losing trees through construction damage and developers/homebuilders from litigation as a result of construction damage. 9: 00 p. m. , meeting adjourned. Page 5