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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/08/1989 Park Board Packet PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 The regular meeting of the Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order at 7: 02 p.m. , by Chairman Ray Johnson. Members present were: Ken Johnson, Bob Williams, Candy Toffoli, John Bauman, and Bill Nissen. Also present were: Park Board Liaison and Councilmember, Andy Neal; Councilmember, Harold Bisel; Public Works Director, Don Volk; City Forester Mike Hoffman; and Secretary, Laura Elken. Members Absent : George Lindy CONSIDERATION OF MINUTES: John Bauman approved the minutes of January 4th as written. Candy Toffoli seconded the motion. Motion carried unanimously. Chairman Johnson started the meeting by introducing Andy Neal , newly appointed Park Board Liaison for 1989 to the Park Board Members. PLAQUE PRESENTATION/CHIEF SOCCER ASSOCIATION/BOB DETERMAN: Bob Determan presented a plaque to the Park Board, thanking n them for our contribution in field support in 1988. FORESTRY ISSUES/MIKE HOFFMAN, CITY FORESTER, JEANNETTE MONEAR, COUNTY OAK WILT REPRESENTATIVE: DAVE STEVENSON, MN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE. Mike Hoffman would like to start looking at a long term forestry plan, and establish new ordinances . He felt the present Diseased Tree Ordinance should be updated. The following represent what Mike Hoffman would like to see in future ordinances: 1. Planting Ordinances A. Spacing of trees B . Species 2. Urban Tree Inventory 3. Establishing Tree Maintenance A. Fertilization Program B. Providing Winter Protection C. Providing Pest Control D . Planting Schedule 4. Insect and Disease Control Program A. Oak Wilt B. Dutch Elm Disease C. Pine Bark Beetles Page 1 PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 D. Construction Damage 5. Wood Utilization Program A. Chipping B. Firewood C. Other Markets Mike stressed his concerns for 1989. They include: 1. Establish an Arbor Day Committee 2 . Oak Wilt Control Program 3. Carrying out Control Work A. Spring sporelation tests B. Marking of Vibratory Plow Lines 4. Educating Residents 1*1*41 A. Newsletter B . Newspaper C. Public Meetings 5. Construction Damage A. How are lots graded? B . Tree Protection Clause C. Educating Developers Dave Stevenson from the Department of Agriculture described what Oak Wilt is, how the disease progresses, and how vibratory plowing works. Mr. Stevenson suggested possibly utilizing tree control by the Developer by incorporating this in our Developers Ordinance. Mr. Stevenson also stressed the importance of treating the area before homes are built , and utilities installed. Janette Monear, Anoka County Oak Wilt Representative, passed out packets on Oak Wilt . She offered her assistance with Arbor Day. Mike Hoffman stated that the Tree City USA Application has been approved by The DNR - Div. of Forestry and has been forwarded to the National Tree City USA Committee for final approval . Mike suggested scheduling a work session just on Forestry Page 2 t. PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 n issues, specifically, Arbor Day preparation. Park Board Members John Bauman, Candy Toffoli and Bob Williams volunteered to work with Mike Hoffman on Arbor Day preparation. This subcommittee will meet prior to the March 1989 Park Board Meeting. Forestry issues will be brought up at 6: 30 p.m. , before the March 6th Park Board Meeting. Jeanette Monear discussed Pine Bark Beetles, and stated that we will see approximately 25% mortality this year, and possibly as much as 50% mortality if we experience another drought like we did in 1988. Traps cost $40 . 00 each. Once the trap is purchased, the Pheromone is $3. 00 per trap. Don Volk stated we are in the starting phases of a new Builder' s Day for 1989. Don would like to make it mandatory that Developers attend. He would like any input as to how we can make Builder' s Day more desirable for the Developers to attend. Construction damage will be discussed. Park Board will be informed of any updates. Subdivision Ordinance Amendment *89-02 to Require Trails/ Don Volk Don contacted our insurance company and our liability does not increase by installing trail systems in our city. Don Volk and Laura Elken are working on a presentation to Council and Park Board regarding trail systems in other cities, what future maintenance costs will be, if there have been any complaints from nearby residents, and who enforces the use of the trails, (i. e. make sure that 3-wheelers do not use the hiking trails etc. . . } This report will be submitted to Park Board and Council at the March 6th meeting. Don Volk stated that he has talked to Ramsey and Anoka Counties, and they have no problems with motorized vehicles in their regional parks. Harold Bisel stated that the trail systems was the #1 request on the residents survey, and that he feels its great that the Park Board has addressed the survey. He feels the Park Board should pursue this issue. Some clarification is needed as to who is responsible for the trails; Trails will not be part of a park dedication, but rather be a requirement by the Developer as part of the Developers Agreement. The city' s park department will maintain the trails. ERICKSONS PARK UPDATE: As previously discussed, the property owner was undergoing a land dispute. An adjoining property owner fenced in pasture Page 3 PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 land for his livestock, unaware that he was also using Ericksons land. This dispute has been settled and Erickson is ready to proceed with his development. Don Volk asked for direction from the board as to the procedure they would like to follow in regards to the park dedication. Mr. Volk met with Randy Schumacher, City Administrator and discussed holding building permits until a portion of the park in constructed. They also discussed incorporating a letter of credit format. After some research on this they discovered that banks have different formats , and Volk and Schumacher decided to have a paragraph added to the letter of credit with our requirements listed. Discussion continued as to what the board wished to have in the park. Bill Nissen felt a parking lot would be costly, and felt (with the board agreeing) that the money would be better spent towards landscaping than the asphalt for the parking lot, but rather have a class five surface, and concrete bumpers . The board also decided a hockey rink would be put to better use than a pleasure rink. After further discussion a motion was made: MOTION: Bill Nissen moved to recommend to City Council to proceed with Park Development at Erickson' s 2nd Addition, cost not to exceed $45, 000 in park dedication funds. Park development would include the following: 1 . Shade Trees, Evergreen Trees, Shrubs 2. Soft Surface Parking Lot 3. Concrete Bumpers for Parking Lot 4. Play Equipment 5. Topsoil 6. Seeding 7. Agricultural Lime Softball Infield 8. Softball Backstop 9. Homeplate, Pitch Rubber & Bases 10. Fencing on Side Lines 11 . Hockey Rink Dasher Boards John Bauman seconded the motion, motion carried unanimously. OLD BUSINESS• Page 4 PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 Don Volk updated the board regarding the Apitz Property. Mr. Volk stated that the School District is in the operating seat . He felt the school should purchase this property. The district has an easier time going through condemnation proceedings, and Mr. Apitz would be given a fair market price for his land. Within the next four to five years a new school will be built, so it would be in the best interest for the school to proceed with the purchase of the Apitz property. Discussion shifted to Greater Centennial Area Recreation Program. Ken Johnson informed the board that Blaine does not want to participate in this program. The unfortunate outcome of this is the children that live on the east side of Blaine, and attend Centennial Schools will not be recognized as a part of this program unless they are willing to submit a users fee. The east side Blaine residents will have to lobby hard to be included in this. The board felt that the Quad Press should be notified, and the parents are sure to become involved. Park Board also recommended the Rec. Committee draft a letter to Blaine City Council, informing them of the committees stance on Blaine residents user charge. NEW BUSINESS Bill Nissen raised the question - How are parks named? The board discussed different options from asking the Developer to name their own parks, to possibly having a Name The Park contest . Harold Bisel liked the idea of the Developer naming their own parks , but review be reviewed by the Park Board before approval is given. This will be discussed in the future. Andy Neal brought up the enforcement of Guidelines For County Open Space Areas. As it stands now, Lino Lakes Police Department is called for any problem related to the Anoka County Parks. According to the contract we have, dated May of 1983 , it states: The County Open Space Area shall be maintained, patrolled, and controlled by the County. The contract also states: The local municipality should not be required to bear additional costs created by the presence of a County facility. ^ The County also agreed to create a local Park Development Advisory Committee to advise the County on the preparation of internal development plans for the regional open space area comprising the proposed Chain of Lakes Park and the proposed Rice Creek Park. The County stated that : This committee Page 5 PARK BOARD MINUTES February 8, 1989 shall consist of one representative appointed by the City of Lino Lakes, one representative appointed by the City of Circle Pines, One representative appointed by the City of Centerville, and two representatives appointed by the County Board from the park area. Bill Nissen was appointed to this committee, but there have been no meetings scheduled. Staff was directed to send a letter to Circle Pines, and Centerville to inquire as to who their committee members are, and how they feel about the fact that no action is being taken to enforce this contract . This contract was also sent to Margaret Langfeld, County Commissioner. Chairman Ray Johnson adjourned the meeting at 9: 27 p.m. Page 6