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Home My WebLink About11/04/1996 Park Board Packet CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1996 6 : 30PM ***AGENDA*** 1 . Call to Order and Roll Call 6 :30pm 2 . Approval of Minutes from 9/4/96, 10/7/96, & 6 :35pm 10/16/96 Goal Session Meeting 3 . Open Mike 6 :40pm 4 . ✓Birchwood/Park Grove - Petitions 6 :45pm 5 . Forestry Update 7 : 15pm 6 . Recreation Update 7 :25pm 7 . Friends of the Park Update 7 :45pm 8 . Park Update 7 :55pm 9 . / North Metro Consolidation Update 8 : 05pm 10 . ✓Trails Committee Update 8 :20pm 11 . ✓ Athletic Complex Update 8 :35pm 12 . Goal Setting Meeting Update 8 :45pm 13 . Other Old Business 9 : 15pm 14 . New Business 9 :25pm 15 . Schedule Next Park Board Meeting 9 : 35pm 16 . Adjourn 9 :40pm All times are approximate. Please call Sandie at 780-1885, Ext . 176, if you cannot attend this meeting. aA. City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting r--�Y September 4, 1996 The September 4, 1996, City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 6 :35pm, by Chair, George Lindy. Roll call was taken, members present were George Lindy, Paul Montain, Pam Taschuk, Betty Piper, Joe Schmidt, and Sharon Lane . Also present were Marty Asleson, Park, Recreation, and Forestry Coordinator, Barry Bernstein, Recreation Program Supervisor, and Sandie Wood, Recording Secretary. Not present was Amy Donlin. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM AUGUST, 5, 1996 : Pam Taschuk made a motion to approve the August 5, 1996 minutes as written. Betty Piper seconded the motion and the minutes were approved unanimously. OPEN MIKE- There was no one present for open mike. There were a few residents from the Birchwood/Park Grove Park neighborhood in the audience. They informed the board they were there to show support of the parks master plan. There were n rumors going around that g g petitions were going to be brought before the Park Board and they wanted to see what they were . No petitions were presented. George informed the residents what the process is and what will happen when the petitions are brought to the Park Board. NEW BUSINESS• Matt Noren, Eagle Scout Project: Matt is from Boy Scout Troop 136 . He has approached the City of Lino Lakes on building an extension onto the existing playground structure at Lino Park for his Eagle Scout project . Matt prepared a drawing of his project and intends to do some fund-raising this winter. He will start the project next spring/summer. Matt came before the board and diagrammed his project on the chalk board. George asked what type of base he would be using. Matt replied it would be pea rock. The approximate cost is $1, 850 . 00 . Matt said he would be sending a letter to the residents on Vicki Lane and Lake Drive. If he does not receive enough donations he will be looking at other resources . It was suggested that he look to the Friends of the Park, the Lions Club, and Lino Lakes VFW for additional funds, if needed. 1 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting September 4, 1996 MOTION• Joe Schmidt made a motion to approve Matt' s project based on his ability to fundraise in accordance to all fundraising regulations . Pam Taschuk seconded the motion and it passed unanimously. George suggested that Matt come before the Park Board, next spring, and give them an update on his project and let them know how his fundraising efforts are going. Mitch Rehbine - Petition for Skateboard Slab: Marty explained that he had received a petition from Mitch Rehbine for a skateboard slab for teens to be located in one of the city parks . Marty has consulted with the city' s insurance company on this matter and this falls into one of those areas such as trampolines . They were removed from public facilities for the most part, because of the number of injuries attributed to use. The city' s insurance company indicated that the user group would have to provide liability insurance at least at the statuary limits of 600, 000 and name the city as an additional insured. The question of controlling use then becomes the concern. There appears to be some public participation in this sport . Roseville has worked with it for a few years, through contracting this program with a private company, and most recently providing for skateboard ramps, etc. , in their oval track area. Doug Holms from our risk management company indicated that we would need to follow all safety and risk management procedures such as fencing, supervision, signage, communication, first aid, personal protective equipment, inspection, and impact barriers . The options that have been tried present a wide array of premiums and deductibles, that theoretically could be paid for through fees . One city started with a $2000 estimate for a ramp and going on their own found out the program would cost about $13, 000 per season. Marty thinks we have some very creative and ambitious teens that are trying themselves to solve the problem of something to do and place to hang-out . He said this was all the more proof of the need for a teen center to be considered. This might be worth pursuing further, especially on a private company basis . More 2 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting �-� September 4, 1996 research needs to be done on how, and how much it will cost, and how it will be paid for. Marty explained the options were to approve the skateboard slab petition, disapprove the slab petition, or defer this decision until more information can be compiled. He recommended that an open mind be kept to this idea and to give more time to look at the concerns . Mitch explained this slab would allow him and other teens to have a place to skate without being on private property. He said they now go to a parking lot and within 1-2 days they are told to leave. George said he knows Marty has researched the liability issue because it was brought up before with the BMX Arena. Insurance is very expensive for this type of facility. Paul asked how many kids would use this slab. Mitch said 30± . Paul then asked what size slab they were talking about, the design of the slab, and who would bring the ramps and other equipment that was needed. Mitch said they were asking for a 50x70 slab and they would bring the other equipment . Marty asked if an in-line skating facility would be useful to them. Mitch said no, they are into skateboarding. He continued by saying Scandia is the city that has an in-line/skateboard facility, on an abandoned tennis court, and that was how they came up with the idea. Betty asked if the city could use a waiver at a facility like this . Marty said no they would not hold up in a court of law. Marty said we are not covered under a general liability policy. We would need a special policy and that is why it is so expensive. George told Marty to research this issue and see what the total cost would be for this type facility. I .e. : insurance, fencing, ramps, etc . Pam asked if there were any private areas in the Twin Cities that offer skateboard facilities . Mitch did not know of any. 3 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting .+� September 4, 1996 George thank Mitch for coming before the Park Board and said we will try to do what we can to help them with this issue, but, could not make any promises . Zachary Marko - Eagle Scout Project Donation• Zachary Marko was not present for his issue. George told Marty if Zachary contacts him he should tell him it is not appropriate for the city to give funds for any project . Marty said he has talked to his advisor about what he could do as a project . He said Zachary is interested in doing a conservation project . RICE LAKE ESTATES MASTERPLAN: The Rice Lake Estates/Baldwin Park area residents met on August 21 to discuss the concept plans as presented by George Watson from Brauer and Associates . Copies of these plans were included in the members packets . There were a few issues brought up at this meeting. The first was that the playground should be designed for a 10+ age group. Secondly, the trail on the county portion should meander into the woods rather than on the property lines . Thirdly, it was agreed, that at this time, there should be no scenic overlook/picnic area. The priorities for development were 1 . trails, 2 . tennis court, and 3 . basketball court . George Watson thought all three items could be accomplished with the $40, 000 in dedicated park funds and the sale of the two existing lots for $30, 000 . Mr. Watson will make revisions, to the plan, and we should then resolve to adopt it, and get the agreement signed by both cities . Marty would like to send letters to the residents to inform them what happened at the meeting and then put this issue on the October Park Board agenda. RECREATION UPDATE: Programs: Barry explained the fall programs are starting now. There is over 240 kids in the fall soccer program. He talked about the department' s reservation process and explained to them why it is done that way. Marty told the board the Centennial Soccer Association put up goals at the Park Building. He added that there are no 4 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting •—� September 4, 1996 sprinklers at Marshan Park or Sunrise Park and it make for rough fields in the fall . Barry then said the fall brochure should be in the mail this week and members should be receiving them soon. Paul asked about certifying coaches . Barry said there are 21 soccer coaches and half of them have gone through the coaches clinic. Marty said Lino Lakes is ranked 5th, in the state, for NYSCA certifications . Marty told the board that Sandburr Days is being held at Sunrise Park the weekend of September 6 . North Metro Consolidation: Marty said this item had been re- introduced at the last board meeting. He is meeting with Janet Bona, North Metro Program Supervisor, next week to discuss the next steps to look at concerning this issue. A copy of the agreement written between the cities of Minnetonka and Hopkins on a joint recreation program was included in the packet . Marty asked the board if they had the opportunity to think about the process and concerns as presented in the issues list from the cities of Circle Pines and Lexington. He has talked to a Centerville Park Board member and it sounds like they will submit a very similar list of concerns . Marty thinks it is time to consider a joint meeting including Lino Lakes . He thinks a joint recreation board, between the four cities, should be established. Paul talked about how people feel about going to different cities for their activities . He is concerned about activities being scheduled in Lino Lakes and Circle Pines and Centerville or Lexington residents feeling it is too far to travel for their activities . Barry said he would program activities in the cities that have ballfields, soccer fields etc. He said he feels it is an advantage to have more facilities to do his programming. Barry thinks it would be an advantage to have more indoor facilities to program if the consolidation did take place. Joe voiced concerns about the shape the facilities in Lexington, Circle Pines and Centerville are in. Marty said he will talk to the cities about liability issues . Marty said two concerns are programming and the ability to do more . He has put a part-time programmer in the budget . The 5 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting September 4, 1996 other concern is office staffing and how that will impact us . This needs to be looked at closely. Other questions that were raised were what will the organization name be, what will the agreement look like, how often should it be reviewed, will there be a joint recreation board, and what happens if in the future a city does not have the money to be in this joint group. Joe asked if the other cities have a comprehensive park plan. Marty said Centerville and Circle Pines does . Joe Schmidt and Sharon Lane will be the liaisons for the consolidation committee. Marty said he will let them know when a meeting has been scheduled. FORESTRY UPDATE: Marty said the tree bids have been revised and sent out again because we did not receive any bids the first time . Lino Lakes was recognized at a ceremony in Blaine for the work we have done on oak wilt . Oak wilt control will be done in a couple of weeks and an inventory of natural resources in the area of the town center area is going to be done soon. PARK UPDATE• Birchwood Acres: Marty reported that the playground is basically finished and the tiles have been put in, the trail to the playground is rock, and he has met with residents on the strategic berming. Berming has been started by the ballfield to keep the balls from rolling into the swamp and he wants to get going on putting some native prairie grass on some of the berms . Staff will be putting in the ballfield backstop soon. City Hall Park: Marty will be meeting with residents this week. George Wattson will be there to see what the residents want in the park. City Survey: The survey is in process and should be done within a few weeks . Randy Schumacher has gotten the athletic complex grant deadline extended until September 29 . 6 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting r� September 4, 1996 Natural Resources Inventory: A class from the University of Minnesota will be doing some GPS (natural resources inventory) work in the Sewer District V area from the athletic complex site to Amelia Lake area. One developer is interested in working with the city on a housing/golf course project . He wants to find out if there is enough room for a project of this type. Trail Bids: The city has not received any trail bids . John Powell will be working on this and hopes to have an answer by the end of this week. The trail on Red Maple Lane has been roughed in and rocked to Fox Court and the trail in Lino Park has been roughed in, rocked, and signed. Country Lakes Park: George asked if Kate Drury has been to Country Lakes Park to look at the wetland area. Marty said no, not yet . He said staff still plans to work on repositioning the trails yet this fall in this park. Miscellaneous Updates: The recognition plaques have been placed on the picnic tables and they really look nice. The Corp of Engineers was going to work on the dead-end ditch in Wenzel Farm and put up a flag pole at the park building but they are requiring an environmental impact statement be done on each project they are going to do. If this can not be worked out they will not be doing any work in Lino Lakes . George said the Brandywood trail on the north end by the circle is very rough and hazardous and something should be done about it . Marty said he talked to Tom Hove and the new wetland laws does not affect this area. This was one project he had wanted the Corp of Engineers to work on. George said he will talk to residents to see if we can get volunteers to help with the boardwalk. TRAILS COMMITTEE UPDATE: Marty said there wasn' t a quorum present at the first meeting so the next meeting will be September 24, 6 :30pm at the Park and Recreation Building. 7 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting September 4, 1996 OLD BUSINESS• Anoka County Comprehensive Plan, Local Government Issues Session: Marty included a copy of an "Issues List" that was generated at the Local Governments Issues Session-Anoka County Parks System Plan on August 15 . The purpose of this meeting was for the county to gain input into the issues as seen from representatives from staff members at the local level . The results are broken down by several issue areas . Trails were by far the dominant subject matter. He asked the members to note that there will be a Local Government Trails Planning Session early 1997 . It was undecided who would be asked to come to this meeting. He would like members of our trails committee to be involved. Sandie said she had talked to Amy and Amy wanted to voice her opinion on this issue . She is very excited about this and felt it was a very positive step and that they have similar goals as the Lino Lakes Environment Committee does . There was discussion about a trail on County Road 49 by the bridge. The 49 bridge is in need of improvements . Paul said the bridge is very old but the road had been repaved about 15 years ago. George wanted to know what was going to come from this meeting. Marty said he thought John VonDeLinde will follow through on this and some good was going to come from it . GOAL SETTING MEETING: Marty included a copy of the last two years goals that had been established by the Park Board. He explained he thought this was a good time to review the goals as presented in the Comprehensive Plan, especially since the City Comprehensive Plan is in revision. He asked the members to take the time to go through the Park Comprehensive Plan before the goal setting meeting. He continued to say in terms of our dedicated park fund balance, we have $274, 449 .20 remaining. Of this fund balance, $115, 000 has been committed from 1996, $2263 for Country Lakes Park, $10, 155 for the Athletic Complex, $5737 left for Brandywood Park trail, $40, 000 for Rice Lake Estates, for a total commitment of $173 , 155, for a balance of about $101, 294 . 8 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting September 4, 1996 George told the members that they are going to have to think about the priorities for 1997 because the city does not have park dedication money coming in and the funds are getting low. The Goals Setting meeting will be held on September 18, 1996, 6pm at the Park and Recreation Building. BIRCHWOOD ACRES/PARK GROVE PARK SURVEY: There was discussion on the survey that was going to be sent to the residents . It was decided that the play equipment and ballfield would not be put in the survey because they are already in the park. After looking at the rough draft of the survey, a resident in the audience asked if a cover letter could be included with the survey. George said yes, that was possible . The gentleman thought a time line should be included in the cover letter. He thought better results would be gotten if a deadline dates was placed on the survey. The resident also asked if it was common for the park board to plant buffer zones . Marty said yes it was . George said it has been done in almost every park in Lino Lakes . He referenced LaMotte Park, Woods of Baldwin Lake Park. This gentleman told the board about the hockey rink that is being put in the front yard of a house on the corner of Ivywood Circle. There is also a basketball court with lights being erected in Pine Ridge . Sharon asked Marty if he or staff would contact the park liaisons when there is a neighborhood meeting. Marty said he would see that this was done. ADJOURN: Sharon Lane made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Pam Taschuk. The meeting adjourned at 8 :23pm. 9 v, ao. City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting y` October 7, 1996 The October 7, 1996, City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 6 :35pm. Roll call was taken, members present were Betty Piper, Amy Donlin, Paul Montain, George Lindy, Chair, Sharon Lane, Pam Taschuk, and Joe Schmidt . Also present were Marty Asleson, Park, Recreation, and Forestry Coordinator, Barry Bernstein, Recreation Program Supervisor, and Sandie Wood, Recording Secretary. APPROVAL OF SEPTEMBER 4, 1996 MINUTES: Minutes were not done for the this meeting so they will be brought to the November 4, 1996 meeting. OPEN MIKE• Laurie Mazanec, 652 River Birch Place, came before the Park Board to discuss the petitions that have been done for the Birchwood Acres/Park Grove Park. Laurie told the Park Board that these petitions will be taken to the City Council for their consideration. After the Park Board meeting Laurie sent George a copy of her presentation. This has been included in the minutes book in the Park and Recreation Office. George told the residents that the board would take their time and look at the petitions combine them with their thoughts from the survey that has been completed. RICE LAKE ESTATES MASTERPLAN: Marty said the concept sketches for the joint-use park were presented to the Rice Lake Estates and Baldwin Park neighborhoods in August . A master plan was developed by Brauer and Associates based on the input received at this meeting. Both the concept review and this master plan adoption meeting were advertised and letters sent to the neighborhoods . The options are to adopt the master plan for Rice Lake Estates/Baldwin Park or refer it back to staff for additional review and changes . Marty recommended to adopt the master plan. Jason Anberg from Brauer and Associates was present to discuss the plan. The primary entrance is located in the northeast corner of the property off Sandhill Drive. He said the playground equipment has been changed to 10+ age appropriate equipment . Seating areas have also been included in the plan 1 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting �. October 7, 1996 along with landscape enhancements which will be continuous throughout the park. The court area is comprised of a tennis court and a basketball court . They have been moved to a north south fashion. The trail follows the western edge of wetlands to the connection to Baldwin Park. If you go east on the trail it leads to Egret Lane. The trail has no dead-ends on this plan. The overlook and observation center has been deleted from the plan. Ed Sparr, 308 Baldwin Drive said he is opposed to the trail behind his house. He is concerned about people cutting through his property because there is no access point into the basketball/tennis court area of the park. He asked where the people were supposed to park because he did not see a parking lot in that area. Jason responded that parking was not needed for this park. Marty said maybe the trail could be moved out more and screening could be put up. Pam said the tennis courts and basketball courts are not programmed and it would be used mostly by residents that reside in that area. Ed responded that these courts were not needed in this area. Bob Johnson, 313 Baldwin Drive, had some of the same complaints as Mr. Sparr. He wants the trail kept away from the property lines and away from the tree areas . His wife will not walk on trails that are in treed areas . He said the tennis court and basketball court will be maintained by Lino Lakes and this should be put in writing. He feels there isn' t a need for the courts in Circle Pines and they should be put in Lino Lakes . George asked what the distance was from the courts to the owners lots . Jason responded approximately 150-158' . George said we need to work with Circle Pines to come up with something that is acceptable to everyone. George said Marty will need to look at these issues and work with Circle Pines Park Department . Marty said he will be meeting with the Circle Pines Park Board and these items will be addressed with them. '~ Lisa Giebink, 6676 Sandhill Drive, was very excited about the park and trail system. She wants to be pro-active for the 16 kids in this area ranging from 12 months to 8 years old. She is concerned about parking and wanted to know if there was some way 2 •S City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 7, 1996 the area could be signed. I .E. Slow children or no parking signs . George said if no parking signs were put up they would have an affect on the residents as well as park users . No one would be able to park on the streets . Pam asked if she was more concerned about parking or the traffic problem. Lisa was more concerned about the traffic and the kids playing in the street . John Tennesson, 126 Egret, said he was encouraged about getting the park because this will help get the kids off the street . He was also encouraged about the loop trail . He said behind the trees in the Baldwin Park area there is a path and there has been a problem with motorized vehicles in this area. They have had to call the police on different occasions . He thanked Marty for his efforts and hard work he has put in on this park over the years . Marty said "No snowmobiling signs" have been posted in this park. Hopefully this will help take care of some of the problems . Marty recommended this plan be taken to the Circle Pines Park Board to workout some of the problems . George said we have to be sensitive to the residents needs when putting together this project . Marty thanked Jason and asked him if he would take this back to George Wattson. Jason responded yes . SHOREVIEW COVENANT CHURCH: Marty asked the members to refer to the history from the last Park Board meeting on back-history. This history refers to the needs for open-space and the search for this land in the south Baldwin Lake Area. The outcome from this meeting was the Park Board would not consider leasing property with no buy-out at the end, and that there was no money to lease land at the churche' s offer anyway. The church has asked the City of Lino Lakes to consider their attached proposal . This proposal involves the pledging of $37, 500 dollars from deferred wac and sac to be used for the future acquisition of park land. 3 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 7, 1996 The deference of wac and sac charges has never been done and would be a consideration of the City Council if recommended by the Park Board. The options are to recommend to the City Council that they consider the proposal as presented in the letter from Tim Yantos or refer it back to staff for further consideration. Marty recommended option one, with the stipulation that a date must be set for a future city ownership date. Amy asked what sac and wac charges are . Marty responded it is sewer and water area charges . George asked if the $75, 000 was for the privilege to hook up or is there other charges that goes into sac and wac . Marty said this was for the privilege to connect to sewer and water. George thought that was what it meant and therefore before an agreement is reached he would want to know what the full purchase price is ahead of time. Marty thought it was about $13 , 500/acre with approximately 17 acres in this area. �-. Pam asked if the board went ahead with this if it would be setting a precedence. Marty said yes . Paul asked if this was a 10 year lease and how many acres would be involved. Marty said about 4 acres and they have never said this would be a closed end lease/purchase . He said he has been trying to tell them that the board would not act on a deal like this without that . Paul said this would be about a $940/acre/per year lease and he thought this price was high. Joe said he was concerned about putting money into amenities and not having the land after 10 years . Marty has talked to them about this . Betty asked if this was proposed could the City Council turn the Park Board' s recommendation down. Marty said yes . Paul asked if the price would be pre-determined when the lease is written. Marty said yes . Amy thought the city should get the land when the opportunity is there. Paul wanted to know if this would be a programmed park. Marty said the church had a meeting and they would like an informal 4 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 7, 1996 ballfield for their parish. They would be a partner in this as well . MOTION: Joe Schmidt made a motion to recommend to the City Council that they consider the proposal, as presented in the letter from Tim Yantos, with the exception being that the City would have the option to purchase the property at the end of 10 years, at the prices designated in the agreement set-up with the City Council . (lease with option to buy) Amy Donlin seconded the motion. Five members approved the motion, George opposed and Sharon abstained from voting. SURVEY/ATHLETIC COMPLEX UPDATE: Marty said the survey was faxed to our office late today. This is just the frequencies and no qualitative analysis was included. He did not know how much the board was going to get from this without the analysis . George asked if this could be analyzed before the next meeting. Pam asked if it could be done before the goal meeting. Marty didn' t think so. Decision Resources said it would take awhile to analyze the information. Amy mentioned that she had talked to three people who had responded to the survey and they had problems with the presenters . George wanted to know if there was a way the city could contact some of the people that had been surveyed and ask them how they felt the survey went . Marty said he thought he should contact Decision Resources and let them know about this . Sharon asked if it is better to put hockey rinks in one area rather then throughout the city. George said they had to look at whether the kids would be able to get to the facility and the availability. NORTH METRO CONSOLIDATION UPDATE: Marty said this issue has been discussed at the last few meetings . He went on to say the North Metro communities had approached the city of Lino Lakes on a contract for service partnership for supplying recreation services . The Lino Lakes Park and Recreation Board selected Joe and Sharon to be liaisons to this committee. Staff has been meeting with the North Metro Recreation professional, Janet Bona, concerning the direction of this 5 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting ,-� October 7, 1996 committee. There are several issues that the North Metro Commission had raised that staff will work with the North Metro Coordinator to answer and define. Preliminary budget figures need to be compared, and levels of service defined before this can go any further. Marty attached a copy of a letter from Janet Bona to the North Metro Recreation Commission concerning their upcoming meeting. BIRCHWOOD SURVEY: George thanked Sandie for the great job she did putting the survey results together. He said it was very easy to read. Sharon said she was disappointed in the number of returned surveys . She thought more people would respond since it has been so controversial . Marty said the office had received several calls from residents stating that they did not where this park was or that there was one going in there. There was discussion on the terminology of "informal" and "city park" . George said if you look at the comprehensive park plan you can see what the definitions are. A resident voiced her concerns about the survey. She thought it was confusing and hard to understand. Joe was encouraged to see that trail is the number 1 item on the survey. This is consistent with the 20/20 Vision findings and the last survey that was done. He then asked why the survey did not include playground equipment or ballfield in it . George said these were eliminated because they are currently being put into the park. Marty said the items listed were either in the comprehensive plan or on the master plan. George said the survey was done to get the residents priorities as to what they wanted in the park. This meant that when the money was available it would be funneled to the top priority items . Laurie Mazanec said she feels there are still alot of unanswered questions, after the survey has been done. She was also concerned about the money that has been raised for the park elements . George asked where the money was, did she have it in a 6 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 7, 1996 treasury or account . Laurie said they have funds in addition to items developers and builders have donated. She said the petitions have been done and she will be taking them to the next City Council meeting. George said the petitions will probably be given to the Park Board. If the petition changes the master plan the Park Board will review it and make a recommendation on whether they think the changes are appropriate. Marty read the list of priorities from 1-10 and 1-4 from the survey results . Jean Deymar, 534 Linden Lane, talked about the trails in the park. She hoped the Park Board would not put all the trails in before putting anything else in the park. She talked about putting the shelter in Country Lakes Park rather than Birchwood/Park Grove Park. She thinks there should be parking by the picnic area if there is going to be a shelter. She feels people will not walk very far to use a picnic area when they have to haul alot of things . Laurie Mazanec, 652 River Birch Place, said the neighborhood has a block party once a year. She thought it would be nice if there was a picnic shelter and tables in the park so they could meet there rather than block the street off . George asked about restroom facilities . Marty said they are generally in parks that have programmed activities . It costs $55/month for each unit . A resident voiced his concern about not having a bathroom facility for the 4 year olds . He wanted to know what happened to the dedicated money that was collected from each house . Joe Schmidt said the reason he had moved to the area was because he had visited Golden Lake Park and he thought it was great that there was a picnic shelter there. He had concerns about garbage containers in the park if there was a picnic shelter. Pam Taschuk asked if there was a picnic shelter in a park if people needed to reserve the picnic shelters for their use . Marty responded yes . She then asked if there was a shelter in Birchwood Park would the residents need to reserve the facility? It would be subjected to the same rules as the other parks and will be advertised as having a shelter. 7 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting ..-, October 7, 1996 Jim Holm, 634 Fox Road, said they like the park and they use it alot . He said if the trails were finished they could have taken grandma to the park. He appreciates all the work the Park Board has done on this park He is, however, concerned about changing the master plan through petition. Terry Peterson, 574 Lonesome Pine Trail, was concerned about the placement of benches behind the backstop. Marty said they had been put in wrong and will be moved. George said a resident had asked about Shenandoah Park, in one of the surveys, and he would like to sit down with Marty and draft written response . Paul asked if there was any dedicated money left for Birchwood/Park Grove Park. Marty responded no, and they have over spent what was taken in. FORESTRY UPDATE: The fall boulevard planting is scheduled to start on October 16 . '~ Fair' s Nursery was the low bidder and will be doing the work. He continued by saying there are three oak wilt sites left to do vibratory plow work at . RECREATION UPDATE: Barry said he is working on a year end report that he will be bringing to the City Council at the next council meeting. He will bring it to the Park Board at their next meeting. Marty talked about the steering committee that has been created by County Commissioner, Margaret Langfeld. She is interested in trying to achieve mechanisms and support systems to facilitate youth giving services in the communities, neighborhoods, and youth friendly facilities that are in place and have drop in activities for teens . He will keep the Park Board updated on this issue. FRIENDS OF THE PARK UPDATE: The Friends have not had a meeting since the last Park Board meeting. The next scheduled meeting is October 17, 1996 . 8 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting October 7, 1996 TRAILS COMMITTEE UPDATE: George said the second trails committee meeting was on September 23 and they developed a mission statement . They devised a game plan as to what needs to be done and how to go about it . Laura Wolf was appointed chair of this committee. George said he will keep the Park Board updated on this committee. The next meeting is scheduled for October 30, and the Chair of Vadnais Heights will be coming to tell the committee about what they have done. CITY HALL PARK PLAYGROUND UPDATE: Marty met with the residents, they agreed on the park plan, and the playground equipment will be raised on May 3rd or loth. Barry said his playground attendance was down at this park because there was no equipment available for the kids . PARKS UPDATE• Brandywood Park: The trail boardwalk has been put in. The curbing was finished today. He told the members to go to Velvet Leaf Lane and look at how nice it looks. Country Lakes Park: Marty met with Kate Drewry, from the Rice Creek Watershed District, on the trail that comes from Country Lakes Estates into the park. As long as we can meet the 5, 000 square foot minimum for type 2 wetlands we should be able to do it . She wants a map and a description of how far the trail is . He thinks he is looking at about 3000 square feet to get all the trails in. Quail Ridge Master plan: Michael Krech is almost done with the base map and he will get it to Brauer to do the master plan. Birchwood Acres/Park Grove Park: The benches are in but will be moved to the correct location. Staff is working on the berming. GOAL SETTING MEETING: The goal setting meeting will be held on October 16, 1996, 6pm, at the Park and Recreation Building. 9 City of Lino Lakes Park Board Meeting ,.� October 7, 1996 George asked the members to put some thought into what should be done with the dedicated dollars . Should they spend a little and still leave something in the fund. Sharon asked Marty if he could put something together showing what goals have been completed for 1996 . OLD BUSINESS• There was no old business . NEW BUSINESS• There was no new business . SCHEDULE NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING: The next meeting will be November 4, 1996, 6 :30pm, at City Hall . ADJOURN• Pam Taschuk made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Sharon Lane. Meeting was adjourned at 8 : 55pm. 10 Park Board Goal Setting Meeting October 16, 1996 The Goal Setting meeting was called to order by George Lindy at 6 : 10pm on Wednesday, October 16, 1996 . Members present were Amy Donlin, Pam Taschuk, Sharon Lane, George Lindy, and Betty Piper. Others present were Marty Asleson, Park, Recreation, and Forestry Coordinator, Barry Bernstein, Recreation Program Supervisor, and Sandie Wood, Recording Secretary. Not present were Joe Schmidt and Paul Montain. Before the goal session meeting began Marty passed out petitions from the Birchwood/Park Grove neighborhood residents . He told the board they followed the correct process on this issue . Marty said the petitions were given to the City Council at their last meeting. He said the council thought this should be taken to the Park Board first and if it can not be resolved there should be a joint Park Board/City Council meeting. George said this should be an item on the November Park Board agenda. There was discussion on what can be done, in the future, to avoid something like this happening again. The developers/realtors should be more up front with people . It is not fair to mislead them. Marty asked members to pass their ideas along if they had any. Marty passed out a copy of the goals established in the Park Comprehensive Plan. He went over the handouts and did an overhead presentation. He talked about the mission statement, goals, objectives, and policy statements and community participation and interaction. The city has established a trails committee and environment committee to meet the community participation and interaction section of the comprehensive plan. He said we are trying to workout a fair and equitable relationship with the North Metro Recreation group now. Another goal is to maintain a well-trained, highly motivated staff to carry out the City of Lino Lakes mission of developing a quality park system and providing a variety of recreational opportunities for city residents . Other goals1mentioned are to provide the opportunity for all community' residents to participate in recreational activities through the implementation of well- designed, effective and interesting recreational programs, funding goals, records management and documentation goals and system identification. 1 • 't Park Board Goal Setting Meeting October 16, 1996 Marty passed out documents from the 1995 and 1996 goal setting meetings . He said staff has been doing pretty good at meeting the parks facilities and recreation goals that have been set . He then went through the 1996 goals . $60, 000 . 00 was set aside for trails and Marty reported the trail bids came in at about $ .56/foot . He said we will get as much done, as we can, with the money that was set aside for this . Marty said there is a problem with the slope of the trail between Birch Park and Trappers Crossing. The contractor is either going to have to do a lot of filling or they will have to move the location. The residents by City Hall Park have been meeting and have decided what they would like in this park. The playground equipment is scheduled to be raised in May of 1997 . Marty said no money had been earmarked for the Athletic Complex in 1996 . n Quail Ridge base map has been completed for this park. He will get it to Brauer and Associates . He said they went out and probed the crossing area between Captains Place and Quail Ridge and the peat is 6-9' deep so a standard boardwalk plan will not work. May have to look at a floating boardwalk of some type . This costs about $50 per foot . Amy wanted to know if there was a liability issue with the peat in this park. Will the city have to do sometype of a disclaimer. Marty said he will contact the City' s risk management company about this . There is still money left to move the trail in Country Lakes Park. Marty said he needs to get a letter and description to Kate Drewry on how much we need to fill to get the trail done . George asked if this trail will be paved this year. Marty responded no. Marty said there was no money allocated for Clearwater Creek in r� 1996 . The boardwalk in Brandywood has been done for a cost of approximately $25/foot . The quote was for approximately $85/foot . Marty' s staff did a very good job on the boardwalk. 2 Park Board Goal Setting Meeting ^ October 16, 1996 Nothing was budgeted for Pheasant Hills Preserve but the playground was built with the money donated from Homer Tomkins . Jeanne Drive trail did not get done in 1996 . Will have to work on this in the future . Marty said he feels if we can get done with Birchwood Acres Park, get fill into City Hall Park to level the area for the playground equipment, and move the trail in Country Lakes Park, we will have met most of our goals . Marty talked about the budget and what he requested for 1997 . At this time there is still a maintenance person in the budget, a 1/2 ton truck, tractor, mower, landscape material for Birchwood Acres, $15, 000 for trails, money to seal coat the 1990 trails and additional hours for our part-time office person. Marty showed an overhead of how the park dedicated fund have gone from 1987 to August 31, 1996 . He said there is approximately $114, 000 dollars left . After you deduct $25, 000 for Brandywood, $46, 600 for Pheasant Hills Preserve, and $23, 000 for Behms it leaves a balance of approximately $42, 000 . Marty went over what has been spent on parks over the years thus determining the balance in the dedicated park fund. Marty passed out 5 year capital projects requests forms he has been working on. The total cost for the capital projects is over $3 million dollars . He asked the members to look this over and contact him if they feel there is something that needs to be added to his list . Betty asked if Friends of the Park can be a funding source for the capital projects . Marty said they fall under the gift section. Marty talked about doing a resident volunteer round-up program on the water bills . They would round their bill to the next dollar and the funds would go to the Friends of the Park or dedicated park fund. George asked where cities that are more completed get their dollars . Marty said they have gone through the same experiences Lino Lakes is going through. They have built their n commercial/industrial tax base up so they get more funding through their capital improvements fund or they may sell revenue or general obligation bonds to build facilities . They then pay- off the bonds through generated income. 3 Park Board Goal Setting Meeting October 16, 1996 Amy wanted to know what the chances were to make a deal, in the future, between the city and developers for more funding for park development . Marty said this is governed by State Statutes and you cannot charge impact fees . When the board started talking about the 1997 goals Barry asked them to consider putting in an irrigation system for the ballfield and the soccer field off of Glenview, in Sunrise Park. He said this will cost about $5, 000 . 00 . Marty said the soccer field is turning into a hazardous situation. George asked how Clearwater Creek was doing. Marty said there was no money, just land and trails given for this area. Marty suggested, since trails is top priority, the board take $15, 000 and include the Behms Century Farm trail and the internal trail in Birchwood Acres Park in this year trail project . Marty said one thing to look at is a revenue producing facility to help generate money for the park system. Another thing to look at, in Pheasant Hills Preserve, is to spend money to start planning this park and do a joint use project with the school district . George asked the members how much of the park dedicated funds they wanted to spend. Betty asked how the city looks at keeping a cushion, is a cushion an advantage or disadvantage. She said to lower the cushion to $25, 000 . Sharon said to do what we need to, but, keep trails a priority. Pam asked if we ever hear from the residents in the Quail Ridge area. Marty said he has received calls from some residents . There was discussion on the Wenzel Farms bridge and park. The residents have done a lot of fund raising for their amenities . Marty said another trail we may be asked to look at is the Elm Street trail . Maybe we could cost share with the school . In the future this trail may go into the Anoka County Regional Park. George asked the members if they had thought about priorities . Amy said no. Betty said no, but, thought the Fox Trace trail should wait for the Ware Road reconstruction. Sharon would like to see something done in the northern area of the city. George said maybe something should be done with the Behms Trail access 4 Park Board Goal Setting Meeting October 16, 1996 into the park. Will the developer do a connecting nature trail . Marty said that was part of the agreement otherwise he will have to give the city land in the northeast corner of the development . Pam asked about retrofitting parks . (Shenandoah Park and Sunrise) George asked if retrofitting money should come from the dedicated fund or from the general fund. Marty said this should be a request to the council because it is a maintenance and liability issue. Marty asked how the board felt about a referendum. They thought they should wait and see what the survey results are before talking about this . After further discussion the Park Board came up with the following as goals for 1997 . PROPOSED GOALS FOR 1997 : 1 . Continue trail development $15, 000 . 00 (+$15, 000 from general fund) (include Country Lakes dead-end) 2 . Wenzel Farm bridge $10, 500 . 00 3 . JU3 construction $ 0 . 00 4 . Sunrise irrigation (softball & soccer field) $ 5, 000 . 00 5 . Trail continuation from Behms Century Park to $ 0 . 00 N-7 6 . Quail Ridge (neighborhood to fund raise for park) $ 0 . 00 1997 Total Expenditure $30, 500 . 00 This will leave a cushion of approximately $11, 000 . 00 in the dedicated park fund. In addition $46, 000 has been designated for Pheasant Hills Preserve and $23 , 500 for Behms Century Farm. George will do a goal statement letter to give to the City 5 Park Board Goal Setting Meeting October 16, 1996 Council . The letter will include the following: 1 . Develop Rice Lake Estates joint use park with Circle Pines . a. Sell existing lots for development money. 2 . Trail link completed through Country Lakes Park. 3 . Park Board to look at referendum a. A3 Complex b. Neighborhood trails 4 . Cooperative efforts with North Metro. 5 . General fund money used for retrofitting failing playground equipment . a. Shenandoah Park b. Arena Acres Park C . Sunrise Park 6 . Be proactive in pursuing alternative funding. (See 1993 letter) ADJOURN• Meeting was adjourned at 8 :35pm. 6 CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM .000-1 TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/12/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Bucket Truck/Cherry Picker NEW: X(used) REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To enable crews to safely work in high places, particularly tree trimming and storm damage removal, light bulb replacement in skating/hockey light fixtures, could be used for street light fixtures and building maintenance. Used/reserviced machine=$16,000. Rental/2 weeks =$2,000 COST: Per Unit: $16,000 Total: $16,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $16,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $16,000 CIP/equipment PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM r-� TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Replacement for the 1976 Toro 72 inch mower that went to auction Basic Unit Tax NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Mow turf areas regularly maintained for shorter heights. COST: Per Unit: Total: Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): $4,000Auction Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Snow Blower for the Case Skidloader NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: To replace the blower for the Hustler Mower with a unit for the Case skidloader. Basic unit Pump Tax This unit would be used on trails and hockey rinks COST: Per Unit: Total: Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/7/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Tandem Trailer,(low profile) NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Replacement of old tandem trailer. Used to haul equipment to job sites. 8-10 ton capacity COST: Per Unit: $7,000 Total: $7,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $7,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $7,000 CIP/equipment PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/6/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: 1/2 ton truck NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: For the additional person hired in Parks/Rec/For in 1997 COST: Per Unit: $20,500 Total: $20,500 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-in or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $20,500 PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Equipment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/11/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: 1/2 ton 4x4 pickup and plow. NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Replacement of#431 a 1990 Chevrolet 4x4 pickup and plow. Vehicle now has 90,306 miles on it. Estimated millage in 1998 will be 120,000 miles. Used for maintenance in all departments and plowing in winter months. Truck and Plow: $27,768; Radio, 2-way, $700; Warning Lights, $600; License, $350 COST: Per Unit: $27,768 Total: $27,768 Additional Costs: $1,650 (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $29,418 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $29,418 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Vehicle (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/11/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: New/ 1 Ton 4x4 Dump Truck and Plow NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Needed to replace unit#432, a 1990 chevrolet 1 ton dump truck and snow plow. Estimated millage in 1999 will be 120,000 miles. Truck will be 9 years old. Truck+ plow, $32,000; 2-way radio, $700;warning lights, $600; Tax plus license = $2,430 COST: Per Unit: $32,000 Total: $32,000 Additional Costs: $3,730 (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $35,730 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Vehicles (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/11/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: New 14on 44 dump truck and plow NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: To replace unit#414, a 1987 Chevrolet S-10 44 and plow. A larger and more useful truck is needed for maintenance in all departments. Will also be used for winter plowing of cul-de-sacs and dead-ends. Truck and plow=$31,250; 2-way radio, $700; warning lights, $600; Tax and license, $2,031 COST: Per Unit: $31,250 Total: $31,250 Additional Costs: $3,331 (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $34,581 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $34,581 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Vehicle (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/11/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: 1/2 ton 4x4 pickup NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Relpacement of unit#438 a 1993 Chevrolet 4X4 pickup. Pickup will have approximatly 120,000 miles on it in the year 2000. Truck= $20,000; 2-way radio= $700;warning lights, $600; license and tax= $1,650 COST: Per Unit: $20,000 Total: $20,000 Additional Costs: $2,950 (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $22,950 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $22,950 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Vehicle (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/11/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation/Forestry SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: New single axle water/flusher truck NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: Used for flooding rinks, watering trees/misc. recreation activities/ road projects. This is a replacement of a 1979 ford tanker/flusher truck unit #433. This is an old 1979 truck and tank which was purchased used and in need of replacement. Truck+Tank/Flusher Unit= $140,000 Tax+ License= $9,100 2-way radio = $700 Warning Lights= $1,000 COST: Per Unit: $140,000 Total: $140,000 Additional Costs: $10,800 (Less Trade-In or Discount): 0 Total Puchase Price: $150,800 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $150,800 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: r PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. ,.� CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/12/96 DEPARTMENT: parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Development of the A-3 Athletic Complex NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To phase in the development of the A-3 athletic complex on Holly and County Road J. Benchmark development cost= $2.5-$3.2 million. Engeneering and grading, $200,000; parking lots, $200,000; Ballfields, $200,000; irrigation, $200,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $800,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $800,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $200,000 $200,000 $200,000 $200,00a User service fees CIP fund Gifts/donations/grants/volunteers G.O. bonds PROJECTED START DATE: 1998 phase I PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: 2001 phase I CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. ^ CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/12/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: A-3 Athletic Complex Land Acquisition Holly and County Road J; 80 acre site NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide adult and youth athletic fields. Population growth and program needs warrent the development of this facility. To obtain before residential growth takes this land. To meet public need. COST: Per Unit: Total: $1,000,000 est. Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $1,000,000 est FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $1,000,000est G.o Bonds; Pure Revenue Bonds Userfees CIP fund Gifts/grants/donations PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/2/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Rec SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Sunrise Park; irrigation for ba Iifield no.1. and the youth soccer field. Both fields are heavily used throught the summer season. Irrigation is needed to make the field surface more playable, safer and aesthetically pleasing NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: Both fields are heavily used throughout the play season. Irrigation is needed to make the field surface more playable, safer, and aesthetically pleasing. Comp Plan phasing estimates: $600,000; $200,000/1992-1995, $200,000 1996/2000, $200,000/2001 and beyond COST: Per Unit: Total: $5,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $3000S.B. $2000SOC $5000 G.F. Rest, G.F., G.O.bonds, gifts/donations user service fees, CIP PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/30/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Sunrise Park, hockey rink NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: To replace a 10+year old hockey rink that is deteriorating COST: Per Unit: Total: $12,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 12,000 PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. r-� CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/6/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Sunrise Park, Capital Improvement Upgrading Playground Equipment NEW: REPLACEMENT: X To replace the playground equipment in a major community park. Recent c,t audit shows much concern for safety. fails to meet consumer product safety stand standards on many points. One of the older pieces of equipment in the system. $50,000 The Comprehensive Plan estimates approximatly$600,000 worth of need to upgrade/improve; $200,000/1992/1995; $200,000/1996 2000,$200,000 2001 -beyond COST: Per Unit: $50,000 Total: $50,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $50,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $50,000 CIP/G.F. G.O.bonds Gifts/donations/grants PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/26/95 DEPARTMENT: Parks SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: JU-3,joint-use park in PHP on Centennial School District property This parcel is identified as a 10 acre park need in this area. After the early childhood center was defeated in the Centennial School bond Refrendum, the district indicated that we may develop a plan for neighborhood park on this property. NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide park acerage needs for this neighborhood as per our comprehensive plan. 10 acre need Develop a master-plan: $3000 Total park development estimate: $180,000 Phase one needs: 20 car parking lot, $10,000 2 Youth ballfields, $5, 000 Grading, Seed, misc., $5,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $23,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $3,000 $10,000 $5,000 $5,000 PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/30/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Country Lakes Park Master-Plan Improvements C— NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To fund ellements of the masterplan developed to renovate this community park. (1) picnic shelter @ 20,000; (1) community playground @ $50,000 Projected phase I estimate$250,000 Projected phase II estimate $250,000 Beyond year 2000, $325,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $70,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $20,000 $50,000 CIP Fund Grants/donations/volunteers/gifts G.O. Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: ,r1 PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvements (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/15/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-10, Birchwood Acres, Park Grove, Pine Ridge, neighborhood park ellements and amenities NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: Benchmark development cost as per City Comprehensive Plan--$290,000 Immediate needs according to the neighborhood: internal trails, $20,000; picnic tables, (8) estimated, $2,400; Picnic Shelter, $$6,000; Basketball, $8,000; vollyball court, $2,000; soccer field, grading and g goals, $4,000 plant buffer materials, $2,000; Gazebo/observation platform, $2,000; 12 car parking lot, 20,000; benches(6), $900; Hockey rink, $24,000--would require service on south side and dependent on MUSA expansion; grils(3), $450.00 Park shelter should hockey rink be installed, $70,000. Road into south end off of 62nd(dependent on MUSA)expansion, $50,000. Note: according to present masterplan, space for some elements are dependent on MUSA expansion and additional park dedication. COST: Per Unit: Total: $189,750 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $189,750 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $28,400 $18,900 $70,000 $94,000 CIP Fund G.O. Bonds Gifts/donations/grants/volunteers PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/10/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Birch Park, park ellements N-11 NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To add playground equipment, and internal trail. Playground equipment, $18,000; Trail, $12,000 Basketball Court, $14,000 n COST: Per Unit: Total: $44,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $12,000 $14,000 $18,000 CIP G.O. Bonds Gifts/donations PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REIQUESTEORM, TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/14/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Land Acquisition, N-11, Birch Park NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To acquire the park acerage needs of the Birch Park/Trappers Crossing and future development to the south of Birch Park neighborhoods. 5.5 acres exhisting, 4.5 acres s needed. 1 acre already approved for acquisition needs to Trappers Crossing. 3.5 acres needed. $5,500 paid for acerage in 1990 COST: Per Unit: $10,000 Total: $35,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $35,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 Park Dedication 1 acre 3.5acres CIP Fund G.O. Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: ,�-1 QRpJECTE0 COMPLETION DATE: Project No. ,..� CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/6/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Park Development; N-12, Quail Ridge/Blackduck Estates(Captains Place) neighborhood park. NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To develop the open space dedicated for neighborhood use. Typical ammenities would include informal playfield; $5000, Basketball Court $10,000, Play structure; $15,000, Misc.; Benches/tables/vollyball $15,000; Grading/clearing/engeneering/$20,000 Trail; $8,000, Boardwalk; $12,750, Comp Plan estimate of$140,000 to develop this park COST: Per Unit: Total: $85,750 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $20,000 $20,750 $15,000 $15,000 CIP/G.F. G.O.bonds Gifts/donations PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvements (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-13, Brandywood Park, Park Eleements NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide park elements such as playground equipment, hard surface area, benches, etc., Playground equipment, $18,000; Benches, (4)@$150ea. $600; hard surface area/basketball, $9,000; Benchmark e:estimate for development of this park is$190,000. COST: Per Unit: Total: $27,600 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $27,600 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $18,000 $9,600 CIP Gifts/Donations Local Grants/volunteers G.O.Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT_REQU.EST.F.ORM. TYPE: Improvements (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/14/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-14, South Baldwin Lake Neighborhood park land improvements Contingent on land acquisition/Shorview Covenant Church Land NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide access off of Woodridge Court into the Shorview Covenant Church trail over to Oakwood Land. Needs: 30 feet of Moline Concrete slabs a $10 per sq.ft.,,$3,000,Bridge abutment$2,000; Internal trail,$6,000;Starting funds for neighborhood park should a parcel be purchased and/or leased, $5,000 for a backstop, ballfield, and benches. Total estimated benchmark estimate from the Comprehensive Plan for park development is$180,000, less$18,000 from the Woods of Baldwin Lake Park already spent= $162,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $16,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $16,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $5,000 $6,000 $5,000 CIP Fund G.O.Bonds Gifts/donations/volunteer/grants PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/26/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-14 Park Land Needs, South Baldwin Neighborhood Area Land Needs NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide the remainder of the open space needs for this neighborhood area in regards to our Comprehensive Plan. 1.5 acres exist in the mini-park established in the Woods of Baldwin Lake. Total park acreage needs amount to about 6 acres. Remainder of 4.5 acres needed. Discussion of a lease/purchase has been discussed with the owners, the Shorview Covenant Church. COST: Per Unit: $13,000/Acre Total: $52,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $52,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 General Fund $10,400 $10,400 $10,400 $10,400 CIP Fund Lease/Purchase G.O. Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: 1998 /'`\ PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: 2002 CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/6/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Clearwater Creek; N-15, park development NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To develop the two small park areas with internal trail, playground apparatus benches, tables, hard court, etc. Park Comprehensive Plan estimates the park development need in this area at$295,000. This is with the 10 acre site still needed for acquisition. Trails: $5,000 Playground equipment: $36,000(2) Benches, (6) @$200 ea.=$1200, Tables(4) @$300 ea., $1200 Masterplan, $4000; Grading/Seed/Engeneering $8000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $55,400 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 12,000 $5,000 $36,000 $2,400 CIP/G.F. G.O. bonds Gifts/donations Dedicated park fund PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvements (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: JU-3 Joint-Use Park, Rice Lake Elementary; Park ellement additions NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide for additional park facility needs as per neighborhood standards and per joint-use agreement. Benchmark Comprehensive Plan estimate of $180,000 for park development between 1996-2000. Needs: Tennis Court as per location on the masterplan (battery of 2), $30,000; bleachers(2) @ $2,500 ea. =$5,000; landscaping, $4,000. COST: Per Unit: Total: $39,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $39,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $5,000 $4,000 $30,000 CIP fund Gifts/donations/grants/volunteers G.O. bonds PROJECTED START DATE: ."1 PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. 00-111, CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-6, East of Marilyn Lane/North of Marilyn Drive Neighborhood Park Improvements/Amenities NEW: X REPLACEMENT: .PURPOSE: To provide recreational opportunities for residents in this developing area. With the new development proposals/and dependent on MUSA expansion to this area, basic facilitiy needs are requested. Internal trail, $10,000; informal playfield, $6,000; small picnic shelter, $2,400 play structure, $18,000; hard court area,(basketball)$14,000; parking lot, $15,000; engeneering/site plan/masterplan,$8,000 Phase I Base estimate for complete park development, $310,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $73,400 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $8,000 $28,000 $20,000 $17,400 Dedicated Park Fund CIP Fund Gifts/Grants/Donations/Volunteers G.O.Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: n PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty_Asleson DESCRIPTION: Land Acquisition N-6, East of Marilyn Lane/North of Marilyn Drive neighborhood area NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To obtain the neighborhood park acerage needs for this area according to the Comprehensive Plan (10) acres. Estimated cost, $130,000, Comp Plan estimate, $60,000 This is dependent on MUSA expansion to this area, concept sketches have been drawn. COST: Per Unit: Total: $130,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $130,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 Dedicated Parks X PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. A--, CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks/Recreation SUBMITTED BY' Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-7, Beahm Century Farm Park, park development needs. NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To develop a master-plan and phase-in some of the park needs for the neighborhood. Bench-mark estimate to develop this park= $230,000. Master plan and engeneering, $8,000; Informal playfield, $5,000; Play Structure, $18,000; Internal Trail, $10,000; Small parking lot, $10,000; Hard surface play area, $14,000; Misc.--Benches(6)@$150ea., Picnic tables(3)@$300ea., =$900; landscaping, $3000. COST: Per Unit: Total: $69,800 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $69,800 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $8,000 $28,000 $10,000 $4,800 CIP Dedicated Park Fund Gifts/donations/local grants/volunteers G.O. bonds PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. ,..� CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/13/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Park ammenities/development N-8 joint-use park Rice Lake Estates, and Circle Pines-Baldwin Park neighborhoods NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To develop the joint-use park This neighborhood has been waiting about 9 years for a park and pedestrian access. The masterplan developed will accomplish both needs. Have$40,000 in ear-marked dedicated park dollars and about$30,000 to$40,000 from the sale of two small lots that were dedicated as park. Estimated benchmark cost to develop this park $155,000. Park needs: Trail, $25,000; Tennis court, $30,000, Basketball court, $14,000,; Playgroung equipment, $18,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $87,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $87,000 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $18,000 Dedicated Park fund $69,000 CIP fund Gifts/donations/grants/volunteers G.O.bonds PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/30/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Shenandoah Park Playground Equipment N-9 NEW: REPLACEMENT: X PURPOSE: To replace old and deteriorating playground equipment. This is a safety issue in order to meet current consumer product safety standards. COST: Per Unit: Total: $20,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $20,000 CIP Donations G.O.Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: r1 PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. ,,*N CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/10/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Shandoah Park, Park Amenities N-9 NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To add park ellements for recreational opportunity for neighborhood park residents. Benchmark estimate for park development+ $140,000. Games such as shuffleboard,teatherball, horseshoes, etc. $4,000 Hardcourt and hard surface games area; basketball, hopscotch, four- square, etc, $16,000 Picnic Tables, $600 (2) Benches, $300 (2) Internal trail link, 300 Ft., $4500 Design/Planning, $2,500 Drain-tialing, $2,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $27,400 Additional Costs: $2,500 (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $29,900 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $6,500 $16,000 $2,000 $5,400 PROJECTED START DATE: s•� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/15/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Birchwood Acres Park, land acquisition. Millers South Glen proposal would give us another 3.5 acres to the exhisting 5 acres. City Comprehensive Plan indicates a need for about 10 acres of neighborhood.park land to meet needs. Possible additional 1 acre needed to_south_after dedication for a parking lot, N-10 4.5 acres needed total NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To provide for neighborhood park land needs in the N-10, Birchwood Acres Park neighborhood. COST: Per Unit: $10,000est Total: $45,000est Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $45,000est FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $45,000est Park Dedication CIP Fund G.O. Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: ,� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM ,..� TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/30/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Trails NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To continue with the progressive installation of the city trail system. In the past, $15,000 has been allocated from the general fund and$15,000 per year from the dedicated park fund for overlays. In 1996, $45,000 was allocated from the dedicated partk fund. This fund source has deminished. COST: Per Unit: Total: $120,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 30,000 30,000 30,000 30,000 CIP G.O.Bonds TIF? Gifts PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. A-IN CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvment (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 9/30/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Centennial Middle School Field Lighting NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To light 2 ballfields in order to keep up with the increasing field needs to meet recreation demand. This is an alternative to the prospect of not having an athletic complex(N-14) COST: Per Unit: $50,000 Total: $100,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $50,000 $50,000 CIP/G.F. G.O. Bonds Giftstdonations PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/6/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Park Development, M-2, Shores of Marshan, Townhome Park NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To install park ellements for neighborhood use. The park facilitates the needs for the residents of Shores of marshan, and the Townhome development. needs: playground equipment, informal playfield, hard n surface play area, benches, tables, expanded parkinglot, etc. Comprehensive Plan estimate of$200,000 development cost Playground area, $18,000; hard surface area, $14,000; benches, (4) @ $200 ea.=$800; tables, (2) @$300 ea.=$600; 10 additional parking lot stalls @$10,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $43,400 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $10,000 $18,000 $1,400 $14,000 PROJECTED START DATE: r� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/10/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Trail Bridge, crossing on S.W. comer of development Wenzel Farks $7600/Abutment M-3 $3500/Moline Contcete slabs NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To complete the loop from the south to the north on the west side of the development Wenzel Farms n COST: Per Unit: Total: $11,100 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $11,100 Dedicated Park Fund PROJECTED START DATE: PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/14/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asieson DESCRIPTION: M-4, Park land acquisition, West of Pheasant Hills Preserve NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To meet the needs of the Comprehensive Plane in regards to park land needs in the Pheasant Hills Preserve/Quail Ridge neighborhoods. This is also an important trail length. 3 acres COST: Per Unit: $13,000 Total: $39,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 Dedication $39,000 CIP PROJECTED START DATE: ,,.� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvements (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/10/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: Park elements, M-6, Lamotte Park NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To add elements to this park for residents to use. Benchmark budget for this park according to our Comprehensive Plan $125,000 Playground equipment, $15,000; hard surface area $8,000; picnic table$300; benches(2) $300 COST: Per Unit: Total: $23,600 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $15,000 $600 $8,000 PROJECTED START DATE: /,..� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Improvement (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/14/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-2, Wollan's neighborhood park, North of Dianne Street, West of Lake Drive, To start some improvements for this park. Benchmark estimated development cost$230,000. Request for internal trail, $25,000; Informal ballfield, $7,000; Picnic tables (3) C $300 ea., $900; Benches, (3) @$150 ea., $450; small parking lot @ $15,000; play equipment $18,000 NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To begin developing this isolated neighborhood park. Also add engeneering/grading/masterplan---$15,000 COST: Per Unit: Total: $81,350 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: $81,350 FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $15,000 $25,000 $22,000 $19,350 CIP Fund G.O.Bonds Gifts/Grants/Donations/Volunteers PROJECTED START DATE: ,.•� PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: CITY OF LINO LAKES Project No. CAPITAL PROJECT REQUEST FORM TYPE: Land (Land, Building, Improvement Project, Vehicle, Equipment) DATE: 10/14/96 DEPARTMENT: Parks and Recreation SUBMITTED BY: Marty Asleson DESCRIPTION: N-3, Park land expansion, Arena Acres Park; 1 acre exhisting, 7 proposed according to the needs presented in our Comprehensive Plan NEW: X REPLACEMENT: PURPOSE: To acquire the land to meet park acerage standards in this neighborhood park. Estimated cost, $70,000; 1992 estimate, $23,000 COST: Per Unit: $10,000 Total: $70,000 Additional Costs: (Less Trade-In or Discount): Total Puchase Price: FUNDING SOURCE: 1997 1998 1999 2000 2001 $70,000 Park Dedication CIP G.O.Bonds PROJECTED START DATE: ,�, PROJECTED COMPLETION DATE: yo , AGENDA ITEM STAFF ORIGINATOR: Marty Asleson DATE: October 29, 1996 TOPIC: Birchwood Acres Petition BACKGROUND: On July "7th of this year, the Park Board approved the master plan for Birchwood Acres Park. The park Board at that time infnrmPd tht- neir;hborhnnd members present for this mPPtinq. that this ^.'aU a dynamic plan, that recreation needs �hanno over ., y.. ..o Li ne, and that 51% petitions needed to be presented ed o have changes considered. ed. Five petitions were presented to the City Council for forwarding on to the Park Board. At the last work session, the City Council discussed the process, and that the Park Board should review the petitions and make a decision. The five petitions are included in your packet as well as the cover letter that accompanied the letter at the council meeting, and Concept "A, B,C" from the masterplan design process. Marilyn Anderson, our City Clerk has reviewed these petitions. Please find attached a copy of Marilyn' s comments. OPTIONS: 1 . Act on the individual petitions 1-5. 2 . Defer back to staff for further review. RECOMMENDATION: These petitions need to be looked at in terms of the needs as presented in our Comprehensive Plan, and the carrying capacity of the park now and in the future. One of the petitions, the hockey rink is highly dependent upon MUSA land expansion. The picnic shelter, now located in the MUSA .� expansion area, is a fairly large shelter in Brauer' s opinion to place in the area that is petitioned for this use. The half- court basketball ties into the comprehensive plan standards. The volley ball court also fits into these standards . The ballfield is positioned and has been modified to make the other park elements work, such as the trail to the south of left field. The distance from the property line to the north of the backstop is about 65 feet. The other side is about 75 feet. We need enough room for a trail in this area. It has been a general policy to keep trails as far away from property lines as possible when we can. The definition of Informal playfield is defined in our Comprehensive Plan on page 4-26. Pleas refer to enclosed copy of this page. I would prefer to not move this backstop since it is already installed, and in order to maintain enough distance for people, trail and landscaping: I would prefer to seek some additional soil for the left outfield area to make this area more playable. A skinned infield (aglime) has no bearing on the status of formal or informal use; rather the classification is tied to the need to provide city residents an area for unstructured pick-up games and neighborhood type get-togethers, and other uses as defined in section 4-26. Informal fields can be either aglime or grass . Based on the criteria set forth in the comprehensive plan, this up to the discretion of the Park Board. However if there are any questions that come up that cannot be answered, the matter should be deferred and researched, with the exception of the question of MUSA land expansion. Section 4-Park System Framework City of Lino Lakes neighborhood area as well as to avoid Facility Maintenance Standards/Policies: The _ dominance of the park by those outside its general maintenance standards and policies for this intended service radius. facility includes the following: Park System Facilities Use and Maintenance Standards/Policies It should be noted that although adults are • the Park & Recreation Director shall field encouraged to use these fields for family type inspect the facility at least once a season. activities, they are not intended to be used for an —` organized adult or league level of play. • general field inspection should be undertaken Facility Use and Maintenance Standards/Policies once a week by appropriate staff to ensure that are intended to set the basic parameters for the use Reservation/Use Policies: Includes the following no serious maintenance problems have arisen. and maintenance of existing and future park provisions: facilities, thus promoting a reasonable level of • mowing and trimming should be undertaken on service to city residents as well as allowing for a fields can be reserved for use by city residents, a regular schedule (every 7 to 10 days, consistent level of maintenance throughout the park city sponsored programs, local Youth League depending on weather and need). system. teams,and local Youth Athletic Associations on a first-come-first-served basis. • field aeration and fertilizing(fall period) should The maintenance standards and policies are be undertaken a minimum of once a year (fields intended to provide general guidelines by which the Park & Recreation Board and Department receiving heavy use should be aerated and actual, day-to-day maintenance schedules are will be responsible for scheduling field use, fertilized on a more regular basis). derived. It is important to recognize that they are developing a fair and equitable reservation intended to augment rather than replace successful system, and reservation policies (i.e., • infield ag-lime should be dragged once per maintenance procedures already being used within cancellations, deposits, etc.) month during the primary season of use (more the park system. often on fields receiving heavy use). • an adequate fee, as determined by the Park & —' The following defines the use and maintenance Recreation Board and Department, shall be • all facility amenities(such as benches,backstops, standards/policies for the most common charged for reserved field use to off-set the etc.) should be periodically inspected and recreational facilities. operations and maintenance costs of the park repaired (if necessary) prior to and during each _ and recreation system. season of use. Informal Playfield if reserved use requires additional city provided the field should be topdressed and overseeded as maintenance services beyond adopted necessary to maintain a consistent, well maintenance procedures,a fee equal to the cost established turf area. Seeding should be Intended Use:This facility is intended to: of the additional maintenance shall be charged undertaken in spring(through May 15th) or fall (as determined by the Parks & Recreation (August 15th through September 15th). • provide city residents with an informal playfield Department).for unstructured "pick-up" games and fields should not have lighting. neighborhood type get-togethers. The reservation policies for informal playfields should be much more restrictive than the athletic • provide youth teams (ideally only up to 9 years complexes since these fields are not intended to Baseball,Softball,and Combination Ball Fields of age)with a nearby facility for games.Informal serve as primary use facilities. Ideally, they should playfields should be viewed as secondary also be scheduled as practice rather than game , facilities and therefore not scheduled for fields. Intended Use:These facilities are intended to: intensive use such as ballfields located at playfields/athletic complexes.Keep in mind that provide city residents,local businesses,and local the intention is to avoid introducing excessive Athletic Associations with ballfields appropriate traffic, noise, and negative impacts into a for an organized and league level of play. r t I l_ 1 Y, f } 1 n 1118 Petition #1 "Birchwood Park" Basketball Court 8• •96 The Master Plan for"Birchwood Park (dated 7-1-96) does not include a basketball court By signing this petition,,you are for having a 1/2 court basketball court,also usable as a hard court games area, in the location shown in"Concept C",where"Concept C"was presented by Brauer &Associates at the City of Lino Lakes June 27, 1996 park meeting. (Copies of"Master Plan"and "Concept C"attached for reference.) Petition Sponsors, Names Addresses Sianatures 1.Vicki Byrne 6372 Painted Turtle lid. 2. Kaye Lucey 664 River Birch PI. 3. Nancy Sandahl 478 Lonesome Pine TrailCONK I 4. Ken Nietfeld 661 River Birch PI. S. Pat Gulden 6346 Red Hawk Trail.. S" nature Street Address )64 OnA A '�,- I VAIL &e� iN y (� U OZ C�55 �I(c_&?- i�!A, , (A 4G_o �- � �-�� %/'Gnu 4 d� CJ✓t�t�'lSJ signatures cont. on back side--> Petition #2 "Birchwood Park" Hockey Rink 7Z 1-1 Q( S 8-1-96 The Master Plan for"Birchwood Oark"(dated 7-1-96)does not include a hockey rink. By signing this petition, you are for having a hockey rink in the location shown in "Concept B",where "Concept B"was presented by Brauer&Associates at the City of.Lino Lakes June 27, 1996 park meeting.- (Copies of"Master Plan"and"Concept B"attached for reference.) Note; A picnic shelter, volleyball courts, and horseshoe courts currently occupy the proposed hockey rink location. See also Petition #4 for proposed location of the picnic shelter and Petition #5 for proposed location of a volleyball court. Petition Sponsors' Names Addresses Signatures 1. Lyle Gave 6381 Painted Turtle Rd. 2.Gary Trettel 6398 W.Shadow Lake Dr. 3. Gary Tolkinen 688 River Birch PI. 4. Kevin Phelps. 6393 Painted Turtle Rd. 6.Theresa Flynn 654 Ironwood CircleJ1��l� �Win.v� Si nature Street Address Y 03q �.i?-7 33 5 Inc( gt,,� ` v-u,'j (0 33-5- RPJ V, A vz.� �/4X_'� 3 signatures cont. on back side--> Peti,tion #3 Birchwood Park Ballfield 8-1-96 The Master Plan for"Birchwood Park"(dated 7-1-96) includes a 10'x201x1O' backstop 80'from property lines,with a turf infield and no bases. By signing this petition,you are for having a groomed infield with bases, as well as having the backstop be no more than 50'from property lines, as shown in"Concept All. "Concept A"was presented by Brauer&Associates at the City of Lino Lakes June 27, 1996 park meeting. (Copies of"Master Plan"and "Concept A"are attached for reference.) Petition Sponsors' Names Addresses Signatures 1. Bruce Mayer 6351 Red Hawk Trail 2. Don Boespflug 6345 Red Hawk Trail J 3. Bruce Fisher 6396 Painted Turtle Rd. L 4. Mike Lucey 664 River Birch Pl. t-- S. Bev Phelps 6393 Painted Turtle Rd. Si nature Street Address UrN(Looj, ( "ryj (24 4 o J�� 6 e � signatures cont. on back side--> Petition#4 - "Birchwood Park" Picnic Shelter 8-1-96 _ The Master Plan for"Birchwood park" (dated 7-1-96) includes a 201x28'picnic shelter located in the southernmost area of the not-yet-acquired park land. By signing this_petition,you are for having the picnic shelter instead located in the southwest corner of the park's already acquired northern area.,This unused corner is beyond the ballfield's centerfield area and was originally designated in the City of Lino Lakes' Park and Trail System Plan as a"Picnic/General Recreation Area". (Copies of"Master Plan"and"park and Trail System Plan for Park Name N-10"are attached for reference.) Petition Sponsors' Names Addresses Signatures 1. Louise Fisher 6396 Painted Turtle Rd. Q 2.Shelly Boespflug 6345 Red Hawk Trail e 3. Lori Grace 679 River Birch PI. 4. Laurie Mazanec 652 River Birch Pl. 5. Paula Trettel 6398 W. Shadow Lake Dr. Sionature Street Address �o 63ai L,33-3 4(30; _ Q , `16-7 o-k -C4,, signatures cont. on back side--> y 5 �c 3 r Petition #5 - "Birchwood Park"Ublieyball CourtL � Sl - 8-1-96 \J The Master Plan for"Birchwood park"(dated 7-1-96) includes two volleyball courts located in the southernmost.area of the net-yet-acquired park land. By signing this petition, you are for having one sand volleyball court rather than two, located instead on the south end of the area currently designated as Open Play Area. (Copy of"Master Piqin"attached for reference.) Petition S onaors' Names Addresse Si e 1.Mike Mazanec 652 River Birch Pl. 2. Dennis Gulden 6346 Red Hawk Trail 3. Chris Mayer 6351 Red Hawk Trail 4.Mike Grace 679 River Birch Pl. ago S.Teri Gave $381 Painted Turtle Rd. Si n t re 17 Street Address `f rc 'C 14 -A ZI- W ;j i ,f,�_ e M1. JV signatures cunt. on back side--> 3W Ctij�q "I\aok Questions and Answers Here are some answers to questions we anticipate you may have about the petitions and our proposed park plan. Why are we presenting petitions to the Council rather than the Park Board? The City Clerk told us that this is the petition process. In any case, we spoke at the last Park Board meeting to give them copies of the petitions, and tell them that we'd obtained over 400 signatures on each one and that we'd be presenting the petitions to the City Council. (Incidentally, the Park Board said that to change the master plan, we must do petitions.) What could be done to address the concerns of the people bordering the park who want to keep the plan as is? A lot has already been done. The Park and Rec. Dept. has already addressed privacy concerns in a variety of ways. For example, they have created various burms in and around the park, they've moved trees from within the park over to property hies, and they've put in a budget request for additional trees/shrubs arourd the park. In addition, residents bordering the park convinced the Park Board to move the playground to a ''N location that's almost out of site of their homes—against the desires of other residents. Also, residents bordering the park wanted neutral colored equipment, which is what was ordered. As for placement of other proposed park elements, the only place that residents bordering the park seen to agree on is having everything moved to the unaquired land, which is unacceptable to the 400+ people signing the petitions. What are our primary reasons for wanting to change the park's master plan to the proposed plan? Residents have many reasons. Many residents support the petitions due to the following reasons: • Before I moved here, realtors showed us the space and plan for a park in the neighborhood. I've lived here for almost 5 years and there's hardly anything in the park. • There is a lot of unused space in the currently available park land, so we'd rather have additional recreational opportunities added to this space rather than waiting years for the smaller, unacquired land. ^ Besides, the currently available land is a lot closer to all of our homes, it's much easier to access, and there are multiple access points to it. Q's and Rs- Page 2 • With so many kids in the area, they need a safe place to play. Currently, they're playing their informal sports games (hockey, basketball, baseball, tennis, etc.) in the middle of the streets and in the cul de sacs, and the kids are outgrowing these spaces. Cars and homes are getting hit by baseballs. Kids are unnecessarily getting hurt. Hockey pucks are getting lost in the manholes. Cars must constantly be on the lookout for"pickup games" in the streets. We have raised the money to make this a better park and there are additional fundraisers as we speak. But with everything else planned for the unaoquired land,there's nothing to spend the money on! • Over 2 years ago, Marty Asleson attended a neighborhood meeting and gave us copies of the city's park plan (`Original Plan'). He told us that the city only had money for playground equipment and that if we wanted any of the other,park elements, we might want to do fundraisers and ask for matching from the Friends of the Park foundation. (See copy d"Minutes from 7/21/94 Meeting'for details.) For the past 2 years, dozens of residents have participated in fundraisers; in addition, a $2,000 grant was obtained from Friends of the Park. But now, many of the items we raised money for are no longer in the park plan (e.g., basketball court)or were moved to unaquired land (picnic shelter) that may not be available for years. o When someone buys property that borders park land, they should expect that a park will be put there. Moreover, we were able to obtain a copy of the plan showing the various recreational elements that could go into the park, so others, too, could've obtained a copy. What can be done to satisfy all residents? Perhaps that's not possole, but we do feel the city and residents have made many efforts already to accommodate the concerns of those bordering the park. We feel that a neighborhood park that is not a programmed/scheduled has been proven in countless other neighborhoods to be a `good thing". As for parking concerns, the expert park planners (Brauer &Assoc.) have repeatedly said that parking problems and the like are not an issue for an informal "ride to/walk to" park like this one. And if such problems ever did arise, Marty Asleson has explained various options for resolution. Please help us move forward with this park! CX "u Birchwood Park - Petition Summary Equipment Voting Count ❑Yes ® No 500 4so 418 418 406 419 400 350 300 ayi zso zoo 150 1 00 61 73 60 fit 59 50 0 Basketball Hockey Groomed Picnic Volleyball Court Rink Ballfield Shelter Court Equipment Description Birchwood Park - Petition Summary Number of Homes Included in Yes/No Voting Count Reshanau 108 Birchwood Acres 103 Shenandoah 5 Pine Ridge/ Park Grove 113 Oct. 14, 1996 To: Lino Lakes City Council Members Re: Birchwood Park Petitions As shown in the following tables, all 5 of the petitions support the items that the greatest number of residents designated as highest priority on the Park Board survey. Corpars� � hoard Sdru tesel ' ita Park Element Survey Residents' Petitions (Proposed Plan) Rankin Trails 1 Not affected by petitions Picnic tables 2 Supported by Petition#4 Picnic shelter 3 Supported by Petition#4 1/2 court basketball 4 Supported by Petition #1 Volleyball Court 5 Supported by Petition #5 Soccer Field 6 Not affected by petitions Plant Buffer Material 7 Not affected by petitions Gazebo 8 Not on master or proposed plans 12 car parking lot 9 Not affected by petitions Horseshoe Court 10 Not on proposed plan Pr�onty order otk�er items" �n :Park Board sure fi atus.St #1 Benches One playground bench and 2 ballfield players' benches already purchased via fundraising #2 Skating-Hockey Rink Supported by Petition #2 #3 Grills Already purchased via fundraiser but not installed #4 Shuffleboard Not on master or proposed plans Item receivin most write-iri votes: Ballfield Supported by Petition #3 roomed n Which Park Plan Best Meets Residents' Priorities Today? Proposed Highest Priority Park City's Plan Elements (per Park Original (reflects Current Master Board survey) Plan petitions Plan #1 Trails YES YES YES #2 Picnic tables YES YES YES #3 Picnic shelter YES YES NO (planned for una uired land #4 1/2 court basketball/ YES YES NO hard court games not on Ian #5 Volleyball court NO YES NO (planned for una uired land Informal ballfield YES YES YES* (received most write-in (w/ (w/ (*wl backstop votes on survey) backstop, backstop, but NOT roomed) groomed roomed !n Plan for UnagUired.Land. Highest Priority Park City's Elements in "Other" Original Proposed Current Master portion of survey Plan Plan Plan Benches YES YES YES Hockey rink YES YES NO (w/ (w/ (not on plan) warming warming house) house Slope Into Park Pondint Am P. PIM swum Trail Unk To near Corridor •, .A�,� � Q !l O R Trail �;., �� w,,�, .. tta •�•°aaai6:'2bnt�,o� �'�3'.�sW' {+" �17L \�i" ••r. v+• [ II��OpaeeoGoeo-eeQ,000 �,.?A o��J .i• �.��``�, 0!�570°T • �� Ic.0✓JJJGC[+O`1 �a�ii �i 4� ��t1CDD aguyl tn••t rD a■ a eCCo. a�. �. 14 c4 L ifv, �(,Jc 1.� + . t. �16 (k A eA F Picnic/Gtntral Re- don Azes' ramicklag Internal Park Trail(31 VVlde) '±_• ••I.N fit,'.:f. / �::• / \` Trail Corridor Trail Unk To Untar , tial Development Area •no strects" ti:i'1` ��' �•. '',.1•d• •11•I.t: y1ma'twT'l Gaxws Am Hardened Etc.) Parking Trail Unk To Llocar Trail Corridor • \ / •y' th Hockey Approximate Edge OfWedand Vegetatlo Rink rWing I yy� I •ro�'i 1 tr%1; g , •;N•, ' 1 �� r t ^' Development Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation 1996 year in review ----------------- ---------- ■ "We are on Target' Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department - ------------------- - - - - - ----------------------- - ------- I--------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ■Mission Statement ■ "The Purpose of the Lino Lakes Parks system is to provide a comprehensive, balanced, and high quality system of parks, natural/open spaces, trails and leisure orientated activities/programs for the city residents to use in as cost effective manner as possible". Divisions Goals and Objectives ■ 1 - Purpose ■ 2 - Personnel ■ 3 - Participation ■ 4 - Process 1 i ) Purpose --------- ----------- - ------------------------ 011111 SOMMOM------------------------------ ------------------------------------I---------------- ■ Programming and program offerings are to stimulate and respond to various interests and activities. ■ a) A clear definition of each program in relationship to its purpose is discussed. ■ b) Every attempt is made to stimulate renewed interest in existing programs and evaluate for potential new program offerings. Personnel - ----------- ■ Commitments are necessary, from all staff, for continued success in any program and activity. ■ a) Each staff person must be willing and competent. ■ b) Staff training is necessary for continued effective programming. Participation ------------ ---- -------------- ■ Any and all programs real substance is . . .People ! ■ Staff should respond to requests and demands of the participants in a rational manner. Progression --------- ------------- ...... --------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------ -- -------- - ■ In every program experience, responsibility and skill level are included. ■ a) It is attempted to have all participants progress from age level, activity and opportunity. ■ b) In all programs challenge, experience and memories are the test of the programs effectiveness. ■ c) New or improved programs are exciting. Every attempt is made to keep all programs exciting and FUN! Process ■ "Recreation is, not a product, but a state of being" (Comp Plan). ■ a) Recreation staff evaluates, communicates and perceives how things are happening, not just what happened. ■ b) It is attempted to predict future trends, needs and respond to those trends and needs. ■ c) It is always attempted to develop good attitudes among participants by explaining the benefits of all activities and programs. ■ d) In all offerings every attempt is made to have education and social interaction as part of the programs goal. Overview of Recreational • Opportunities ■ It is important to recognize that individuals gain a lasting impression about the city and the quality of parks system through their experiences participating in the city's recreational programs. In this light, the importance of providing a quality service through well conceived programs becomes important to the continued success of the parks system. City residents are much more likely to continue supporting enhancement of the parks system if they feel that the city is doing a good job in providing cost effective and beneficial programs for their enjoyment. ■ It also must be recognized that an ever increasing population base and expanding demands for various programs has created an ever increasing demand on the current park system. Physical development of the parks system must keep pace with the expansion of the city's programs. Over use of existing facilities and using facilities not intended for programmed uses could . degrade the quality of the parks system, detract from the recreational experience of the participant, and could reduce the success rate of the city provided programs. (comp Plan) Program Recap - 1996 ■ Enclosed, you will find recorded participant figures from the past year. If you should have any questions on the attached information, please contact the Parks and Recreation Office 780- 1885 . ■ Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department - "We are working hard, so you can play': LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Secret Holiday Shop Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 125 approx. Registration fee: $varied depending on the amount of item Income: $ 625 Expenses: $ 575 Income/Loss: $ 50 Comments: This was the first year of offering this program. This program was operated in conjunction with the Breakfast with Santa. It took a lot of time and energy to pull off this program. Between wrapping gifts, organizing volunteers and the day of. The staff ,-� involved worked diligently to offer the participants a day they would not soon forget. In the future we will not wrap as many presents as was done this year. Also additional volunteers will be needed the day of to ensure a smooth operation. This program is a BIG HIT! This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:shseva1.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Youth Fall Soccer Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 212 Registration fee: $ 35 for Under 6& 8 and$45 for Under 10& 12 Income: $ 8256 Expenses: $ 7,200 (approx.) Income/Loss: $ 1,256 Comments: In it's first year of operation,this program is our largest youth league program. Several comments from participants were very favorable to our attempts to offer a quality program. Most of the improvements for this program are anticipated to be in administration. It has been discussed, by staff, how the department can relieve the influx of late registrations and make the registration process more smooth. It is expected to have a smoother registration procedure next season. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next season. REF. soceva1.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Golf lessons (youth and Adult) Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 132 Registration fee: $ 25 Income: $2,265 Expenses: $2007.50 Income/Loss: $257.50 Comments: ^ Golf lessons saw a very large increase in registration numbers this season. Both Shadow Ridge and Deer Meadow Driving ranges were used to accommodate these classes. Deer Meadow opened late due to the unseasonably cold weather this spring, but otherwise golf lessons went extremely well and the participants seemed to really enjoy the instruction they received. -- The only problem was one of the youth classes, an instructor quit in the middle of the session which left this department in a bind. Another class was offered at no additional cost to the participants at Shadow Ridge Driving Range. Golf is very popular at the present time and it is anticipated to offer a similar amount of classes next season to accommodate the influx of participants. The only additional classes that could be offered is at Deer Meadow. Classes will be added if necessary. REF:golfeval.96 t LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Swimming Lessons Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 31 Registration fee: $25 Income: $760 * scholarship awarded Expenses: $793.50 Income/Loss: $ -33.50 Comments: This was the second year of offering swimming lessons. The number of participants grew slightly this year. The reports from the participants were that they enjoyed the instruction, but Centerville Beach need to be worked on. It also was brought up what don't we offer classes later in the day when it is warmer outside? The Anoka County Parks and Recreation Department dictates when our department may use the beach. They prefer that we use the beach in the morning when it is closed. It is recorded that the department had a loss in this program. The combination of smaller classes then planned and awarding scholarships contributed to the net loss in this program. It is anticipated that these lessons will be offered once again next summer. REF:swimeva1.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Wild Away for a Day(field trips) Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: Registration fee: $varied Income: $0 Expenses: $0 Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This Summer the department planned five trips to a Minnesota Twins game,Mapplewood Community Center, Wild Mountain, Bunker Dills Wave Pool and Valleyfair. Unfortunately, none of these trips operated due to the lack of participation interest. Some theory's are the price of the trips were two expensive and or people were simply not interested in the venues that were sought. The price of transportation and the entry fee combination was the determining factor in the cost of each trip. The amount of advertising increased this-year then in years past. Over the Winter month's, this program will be evaluated if it will be offered in the future. REF:wildeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Facility use reservations(field and picnic) Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 0 Registration fee: $ Income: $90(grab bag rental) Expenses: $0 Income/Loss: $ Comments: This past Summer and Fall the department processed 670 ballfield(baseball& soccer) reservations. In addition the department processed 30 applications for picnics. Some revisions in the ballfield policy are being considered for next season. One major change will be the number of practices allowed to be scheduled at one time. This would elevate the number of request coming into the office. It is anticipated to have a similar policy for picnic reservations and grab bag rental next season. REF:reseval.96 n LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Martial Arts Season: Fall: XX Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 97 Registration fee: $21 for the first participant and $14 additional for a second participant from the same household. Income: $2,661 Expenses: $ 1,971 Income/Loss: $ 690 Comments: 80%of all registration for this program comes from 5/6 year olds through 1-3rd grade. It was attempted last season to offer a Spring season, although the numbers were satisfactory, it was discussed not to offer a Spring program next season. It is believed with the weather turning nicer, kids would like to be outside. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next Fall and Winter as long as the facility(s) are available. REF:maeval.96 r1 u LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Wild Away for a Day- Trips Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Timberwolves Trip, Mapplewood C.C, Valleyfair, Wild Mountain and Anoka County Wave Pool Number of participants: 0 Registration fee: $ varied, depending upon the trip Income: $ 0 Expenses: $0 Income/Loss: $ Comments: It is believed that the price of these events is getting too expensive. With entry fees to the facility, staff and transportation cost these programs are becoming cost prohibitive for possible participants. `.. It will be investigated to offer similar programs with other agencies in attempt to offset the high cost. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next season as long as the facility(s)are available. REF:wadeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: 5 player Indoor Football Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: XX Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 0 Registration fee: $ 0 Income: $ 0 Expenses: $ 0 Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This program was offered in attempts to utilize the indoor facility at Centennial Sports Arena. Although this program was canceled, several teams inquired about the league. It is believed the price of the program deterred several teams. It will be attempted to offer this program in the future. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next Spring. REF:fbieval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Hockey Skills Development Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 11 Registration fee: $25 Income: $ 275 Expenses: $ 113.02 Income/Loss: $ 161.98 Comments: This program was offered in attempts to promote hockey, but to eliminate the contact and competition. This program focused on skill development. Sunrise Park was the location of this program. It may be attempted to offer this program at other locations with shelters next Winter. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next Winter as long as the facility(s) are available. REF:hsdeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Coach Pitch Baseball Intermediate Baseball League Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 0 Registration fee: $ 23 and 27 Income: $ Expenses: $ Income/Loss: $ Comments: Both of these programs were canceled due to lack of registration. It will be attempted to offer these programs once again in the future, but better program descriptions and additional advertising may increase registration. This is the largest registration numbers for the local association and may be a factor in the low numbers of registration for this program. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:78bbeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS.AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Safety Camp Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 96 Registration fee: $ 10 Income: $ 0 Expenses: $ 0 Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This program has seen a steady growth over the past three years. Working with the Centennial and Lexington Fire Departments, Lino Lakes and Circle Pines Police Departments along with the Parks and Recreation Department has formed a collation that has produced a high quality, fun and well organized program for the participants to enjoy. This would be difficult for one agency to produce individually. Registration was a concern for many if we received more young people then our maximum. This was not a problem this year, but the committee has implemented a policy to allow for registration from local residents first. If registration allows outside participants may register. It is anticipated to offer a similar program next Summer. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:safeeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Snack and Skate Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 34 Registration fee: $25 Income:.$867.50 Expenses: $ 500.20 Income/Loss: $ 367.30 Comments: The skating lessons are maintaining numbers from the past figures. Even though these classes are held outdoors, people1ke these lessons. It is due to the fact these classes are outdoors, a warm drink and treat are passed out at the end of each class. The past seasons classes were sucessful even though the weather was at times extremely cold. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:skateval.96 u LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult Soccer League Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: XX Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 17 teams Registration fee: $ 450 Co-Rec and 500 Men's per team Income: $ 7,975 Expenses: $ 768.1.46 Income/Loss: $293.54 Comments: Both the men's and co-rec programs have been growing over the last couple of years. In fact, last season the co-rec league was filled with no room to add additional teams. The men's league has been up and down in numbers. This league plays all games at the Centennial Sports Arena. The price of this league is reflective of the price of carpet space and officials. It is hoped to see this program continue to grow. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:asoceval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult Summer Softball Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 42 Teams Registration fee: $375 Income: $ $16,942 Expenses: $ 13,618.47 Income/Loss: $ 3,323.53 Comments: This years program saw a decline in men's teams(4 teams less), but saw an increase in the number of Co-Rec Teams(6 teams). It is expected that the total number of teams in this league will reach a maximum number of 52. Additional promotion of this league is expected for next summer. The overall comments from teams and players is that this league is operated very well. They appreciate the efforts by our maintenance staff in maintaining the ballfields, but are very interested in the athletic complex. The question of if and when the complex is going to be built keeps combing up. A similar program will be offered-next-summer. - - - REF:ssbeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Breakfast with Santa Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 120 Registration fee: $ 7.50 per child, parent(s) free, $3 for additional adult Income: $ 375 Expenses: $334 Income/Loss: $ 41 Comments: This program is one of the most festive programs our department is involved with all year. This program uses the senior center for breakfast and the rest of City Hall for other projects during the course of the day. In the past, this program has had to turn away persons. It is unfortunate this facility can only accommodate so many people. It has been discussed about looking at other potential sights,but the seniors like using their own kitchen. This program is a BIG HIT! This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:bwseval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: 4, 5 and 6 year old T-ball Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 210 Registration fee: $20(4 year old) and 23 (5 & 6 year old) Income: $4,228 Expenses: $3,681.96 Income/Loss: $ 546.04 Comments: The 4 year old program saw it's biggest registration numbers since this program was offered two years ago. The department had to add additional programs to ensure the participants had an opportunity to participate. The five year old program was steady in the amount of participants from last summer. This year, in both of these programs, the department attempted to use volunteer coaches. In a few-occasions paid coaches had to be retained in order for these programs to operate. In cases were volunteer coaches were used, the participants and coaches alike had a terrific experience. We received positive feedback from both coaches and participants on this program. It will be attempted to use additional volunteer coaches in the future. The biggest hit of this years program was team/individual pictures taken and handed out medals to all participants. It is anticipated this practice continuing for next summer. For next season, the department will be seeking additional fields for the 4 year old program and stay the course with the 5/6 year old program. Also,the use of more volunteer coaches will be sought. No other changes will be looked into at this time. REF:tbeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult 3 -Player Basketball Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 10 Teams Registration fee: $40 - Income: $ $400 Expenses: $ Approx. $205 Income/Loss: $ 195 Comments: It is surprising that so many team/players want to play basketball during the summer, but this league has done very well over the past few years. This league is being looked at to offer a separate program for teen's. This program will be offered again next summer as long as the school is available. REF:3bbeval.96 u LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Open and Traveling Playground Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: Average per day Shenandoah 4, Marshan 3, Sunset Oaks 18, Country Lakes 10, Sunrise 25, City Hall 8, Lino 16 and Birch 28 =over 2,800 participants (approx. $3.57 per person) Registration fee: $0-Except the playground carnival $4 Income: $ $236 Expenses: $Approx. $10,000 Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This program continues to be one of the departments most popular children's programs. This years program added one new permanent site,Lino Park and one new traveling site, Marshan Park. The department also experimented with extended days of operation of the playground program. It is unclear if this program will be offered as long next summer. The numbers were down the first part of August. Is anticipated to keep the five day a week format. This worked well. Also;-site realignment will be-looked into and possibly eliminate or reduce hours at some of the lesser populated parks and rotate this program to heavily populated parks or to new parks. Morning traveling playground program is being evaluated if this portion of the program will be offered in the future. It was very evident this years staff was the best too date. The development of a arts and craft specialist was a big hit to the participants. Overall, this years program was fantastic! The combination of the weather and staff made this program a BIG hit and a tremendous investment in the community! It is anticipated to hold this program will be held again next summer. REF:playeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Performances in the Park Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 1000 (approx.) Registration fee: $ Income: $ $ Expenses: $ Income/Loss: $ Comments: The performance schedule saw some of the biggest headliners for the performance schedule. In turn, this program saw some of the biggest crowds to date. In the future, the department will be pursuing.more local talent to possibly increase the t number of shows currently offered. It is anticipated to keep the performers on Sunday evenings. A similar program will be offered next summer. REF:songeval.96 LINO LADS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Youth United States Tennis Association(USTA) Tennis Program Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 19 Registration fee: $45 Income: $ 1,295 Expenses: $1,091 Income/Loss: $ 204 Comments: This program was offered differently then in the past. This years program did not offer transportation to the high school program, but did offer transportation to the junior high school program. The registration for the junior program was strong for the second year of operation. The senior program did not operate due to low registration numbers. The participants liked the-instructor who has been part of this program since this programs inception. She did an outstanding job working with these young athletes and in coordinating a practice schedule. It is anticipated minimal changes for next summer. With transportation costs extremely high, the search for the lowest cost transportation will be sought. The transportation cost will affect the cost of the program. Also, the possibility of changing the age brackets is being looked into at the USTA office. Otherwise, no forseen changes will be made for next summer. REF:USTAeval.96 LINO LAVES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Youth Tennis Lessons and Tennis Tots Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 80 Registration fee: $25 Tennis Tots $20 Income: $ 1,183.72 Expenses: $675 Income/Loss: $ 508.72 Comments: Tennis lessons exploded with registrations this year. The addition of the Tennis Tots program contributed to the popularity of this program. The tennis program over the past couple of years has seen it's ups and down's with registration. This years registration numbers were strong. The participants enjoyed and were very pleased with the instruction and content of their tennis experience. The instructor,-Jennifer_Spear, has been involved with this program for several-years. Once again did an outstanding job working with the young tennis enthusiasts. The participants enjoyed her instruction style and rapport with the children. It is anticipated with the addition of Tennis Tots, these tennis enthusiasts will develop a liking for tennis and register for additional tennis programs as they get older. It is anticipated to hold similar season schedule for next summer. REF:teneval.% LINO LADS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult 3 -Player Basketball Program Season: Fall: XX Winter: Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 12 Teams Registration fee: $45 per team Income: $ $540 Expenses: $Approx. $270 Income/Loss: $270 Comments: This league has continually grown over the past few years. Teams use this program as a tune-up for the Winter program. In addition,the cost is reasonable and you don't need as many players per team. Due to this programs popularity, an additional program is being offered for youth in 9-12 grade. This program will be offered again next Fall as long as the school is available. REF:3bbeval.96f LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Safety Camp Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: Summer: XX Year: 1996 Number of participants: 96 Registration fee: $10 Income: $ All proceeds are submitted into an account through the Centennial Fire Department Expenses: $ All expenses are operated through the CFD Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This program has been very popular over the past few years. There was concern subsequent to this year's event if registration exceeded the 100 maximum number of participants desired. It was decided by the Safety Camp Committee to offer priority registration for residents residing within Lino Lakes, Centerville, Circle Pines and Lexington. After the date expired, we would open up registration to others. As it turned-out;registration was not a problem. It is anticipated to hold this program will be held again next summer. REF:safeeM.% LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult Fall Softball Program Season: Fall: XX Winter: Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 27 Teams Registration fee: $260 men's and $ 225 co-rec per team Income: $6235 Expenses: $423 0.10(approx.) Income/Loss: $2004.90 Comments: Traditionally,the Fall softball program is smaller in comparison then the Summer program. The participants seemed to enjoy this league,but late in the season it would get dark during their second game. In the future to combat this problem, it is hoped to get an athletic complex with lights, but for next season,adjustment in the rules will accommodate quicker games. Also, it may be looked into having a person schedule umpires. Since umpires are difficult to find, this may be a good solution. It is being investigated to use the new fields at the jr. high school. These fields are better suited for this type of action. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:sbfeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult 5 -Player Basketball Program Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1995 Number of participants: 8 Teams Registration fee: $325 per team Income: $2650 Expenses: $2,9262.73 Income/Loss: $ -312.73 Comments: It is noticeable that this program lost revenue during the course of operation. It was decided to give teams a double elimination tournament at the end of the season that was not planned for originally. In doing this, several teams were pleased with this program and will be back in the future. For the 1996 season,the price has been lowered, but each team who decided to enter a post season tournament will have to pay an additional amount. It is anticipated to move the location of this program to the new jr. high school when it becomes available. It will have a larger gym floor surface. This is believed to lesson the number of fouls and body contact. This program will be offered again as long as a facility is available. REF:5bbeval.95 LINO LADS PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Open Volleyball Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: XX Summer: Year: `95/1996 Number of participants: 356 Registration fee: $ 3 per person per session Income: $ 1068 Expenses: $ 908.97 Income/Loss: $ 159.03 Comments: It was attempted to have two separate locations for this program. Two reasons for this, one to elevate the numbers of participants at one location and the second was to encourage the participants to attend a location based upon ability. One location did not receive any participants and it was decided to not offer that location for the remainder of last season. In the future better advertising will hopefully inspire registration at both locations. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:ovbeval.96 s� LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Softball Spring Training Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: XX Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 15 Registration fee: $ 15 Income: $ 180 Expenses: $ 180 Income/Loss: $ 0 Comments: This was the first year that a specific softball skills program was offered. It is believed that we would have had more participants,but the summer league tryouts were the same dates as this clinic. In the future,we will have this program.earlier in the season if the facility is available. The instructor was terrific, she is a former all Big Ten picture. She mentioned that she would be willing to instruct this class in the future. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:sbskeva1.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Adult Volleyball League Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 7 teams Registration fee: $ 210 per team Income: $ 1470 Expenses: $ 1461.65 Income/Loss: $ 8.35 Comments: This league was down two teams from the previous year. This is a reflection of the lower then anticipated income. Sunday evenings is when this league is offered. Several teams would rather play on a weekday. With the new school, it is anticipated to offer additional leagues. The numbers are still strong enough to keep offering this program on Sundays. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:vbleval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Open Basketball Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: XX Summer: Year: `95/1996 Number of participants: 213 Registration fee: $ 3 per person per session Income: $ 638.75 Expenses: $491.25 Incomed-oss: $ 147.50 Comments: It is a theory with the popularity of our 5 player basketball program,the numbers of this program has decreased over the past few years. If this program could be offered on a different evening, it is anticipated that more participants would attend. Possibly with the new school,we would be able to offer this program on a different evening. The numbers are still strong enough to keep offering this program. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:obbeval.96 LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Baseball/Softball Skills Season: Fall: Winter: Spring: XX Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 18 Registration fee: $ 15 Income: $275 Expenses: $ Incomettoss: $275 Comments: There were no expenses in this program due to the Recreation Program Supervisor instructing this program. There was difficulty in finding an instructor for this program and that is why the Recreation Program Supervisor had to fill in. It was very noticeable that the participants enjoyed themselves. The participants also improved there skills from the first day. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. REF:bbsbeva1.96 i�� LINO LAKES PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PROGRAM FINAL REPORT Program Name: Pre kids-er-cise Season: Fall: Winter: XX Spring: Summer: Year: 1996 Number of participants: 61 Registration fee: $ 15 Income: $915 Expenses: $ 736.50 Income/Loss: $ 178.50 Comments: This program is intended for parents to work with their children on improving motor skills. With such a young population in this city, this program has been popular. This program has also been very well instructed over the past years. The Parks and Recreation Department has had to turn people away for the first time. This is due to the facility currently being used. This program will be offered again as long as a facilities are available. ___ REF:kidssval.96 CITY y OF LI N KE October 3, 1996 TO: Park Board Members FROM: Marty Asleson SUBJECT: Birchwood/Park Grove Park Survey Approximately 450 surveys were sent out to the residents in the Birchwood/Park Grove Park area. We requested that the surveys be completed and returned to the Park and Recreation office by Wednesday, October 2, 1996. As of October 2, 1996 we have received 127 surveys, of which 121 properly completed surveys were used in the computations. Please review the survey report for the priority rankings from 1- 10 and 1-5 . (1 being highest priority, 10 is the lowest) We received a few letters stating residents opinions and they have been included with this report. Sandie compiled the report and will be present to answer any questions you may have . PARK, RECREATIOK FORESTRY, & RECYCLING DEPARTMENTS 7204 Lake Drive- Lino Lakes,Minnesota- 55014 Phone:612-780-1885 • Fax:612-784-7227 .' Survey Report s Birchwood Acres/Park Grove Park-Neighborhood Survey Element/Descri don Total Score Number of Averaged Score Prioritized #140 Surveys Used Ranking Picnic Shelter 556 115 4.835 3 Horseshoe Court 818 112 7.304 10 Gazebo/Observation Platform 757 114 6.640 8 Volleyball Court 619 115 5.383 5 Plant Buffer Material 750 119 6.303 7 Trails 265 120 2.208 1 12 Car Parldng Lot 820 115 7.130 9 Soccer Feld 634 117 5.419 6 Picnic Tables 501 114 4.395 2 1/2 Court Basketball 553 109 5.073 4 #1-5 Grills 346 109 3.174 3 Skating-Hockey Rink 248 112 2.214 2 Shuffleboard 422 110 3.836 4 Benches 237 118 2.008 1 Other 0 MEN-------------= Trails 1 Picnic Tables 2 Picnic Shelter- 3 1/2 Court Basketball 4 Volleyball Court 5 Soccer Feld 6 Plant Buffer Material 7 Gazebo/Observation Platform 8 12 Car Parldng Lot 9 Horseshoe Court 10 Benches 1 Skating-Hockey Rink 2 Grills 3 Shuffleboard 4 n, Page 1 t Other OTHER-MISCELLANEOUS Rating Total SURVEY NUMBER Bird Lansca ing/Ponds 20-Sep 1 1 2 Childrens Play Equipment 25-Sdp 1 2 F 5 Adult Glider Type Swings 25-Sep 3 5 6 Ballfield 26-Sepi 21 7 9 Tennis Court 26-Sep 1 8 10 Warminghoute/Shelter 26-Sep! 4 12 11 More Playground Equipment 26-Sep; 3 15 12 Platform Bench Swing 26-Se pi 3 18 ; 13 Softball/Baseball Feld 26-Sepl 2 20 ! 14 Baseball Feld 26-Sepi 2 22 ± 15 Warminghouse 26-Sepl 2 24 16 Hill for Winter Sliding 26-Sep: 2 26 18 Tennis Courts 26-Sep: 2 - 28 19 Pool 26-Sep 1 29 20 Baseball Diamond 26-Sep 2 31 21 Tennis Court 26-Sep! 1 32 23 Tennis Court 26-Sep: 2 34 24 Port-o-Potty 26-Sep: 5 39 26 Natural Scenery 26-Sep. 1 40 27 Bathrooms 26-Sep' 5 45 ( 28 Tree-Shade 26-Sep, 1 46 29 Baseball Diamond 26-Sep: 5 51 35 Skinned Infield Ball Field 26-Sep 1 52 64 Baseball Diamond 26Sep� 1 53 67 Baseball Feld&/Or Backstop 26-Sep 1 54 69 Trails&Woods 26Sep� 2 56 70 Tennis Courts 26-Sep. 5 61 71 Tennis Courts 26-Sep 1 62 72 Water-Old type pump 26-Sep: 4 66 73 Incease Play Area-Boring 26-Sep- 5 71 74 Trees-Landscaping Shrubs 26-Sep 1 72 77 Drinking Fountain/Pump 30Sep 2 7.4—___ 78 Sliding Hill&Warminghouse 30-Sep; 1 75 79 Work-Out Stations/by Trails 30-Sep 2 77 80 Tennis Court 30-Sep 2 79 84 Warminghouse Wrestrooms 1-0ct 3 82 88 Groomed Ballfield - 1-Oct 2 84 93 Children Play gym, canopy 1-Oct 1 85 94 BMX c ourse/balifield/fountain 1-Oct; 2 87 95 Tennis Courts 1-Oct 5 92 96 Warminghouse 1-Oct 4 96 97 Drinking Fountain 1-Oct 3 99 98 Baseball Diamond 1-Oct 3 102 99 Baseball Feld 1-Oct; 1 103 102 Loop trails'md bbfld/playgrd. 1-Oct! 2 105 104 Tennis&Bocce courts 1-Oc U 1 106 105 Softball field 2-Oct; 1 107 111 Tennis Courts 2-Oct 2 109 i 112 109 Page 45 r Comments Survey Number Item Comments 4 Picnic Shelter/Parking LotPEW nd Avenueln southern location off 62nd 71 Horseshoe Courts out 1st mtg. -very dangerous 71 Soccer Field Is already there-Baseball assume you mean backstops 711 Skating/Hockey Rink Include warminghouse 72 IPlayground Equipment Put in a bad place,child could be abducted, hurt or get lost in marshy area&no one would even know it. I hope you can make up for this by improving on the rest of the park 73 Petitions Would like them to go through. 74 Play Area Mainly for small children-needs something for 8-12 year olds. Also too dangerous(sitting in woods)Wouldn't let small kids be there alone. People who live by park have had too much say& getting their way. They are extending their property into park should be pushed back Look at the way the trail was cut in around owners plants-should have forced them to move the plant 75 General Comments Appreciate the fact that you are getting more of the neighbor- hood involved&not just hearing the side of the people who live on the land surrounding the park 76 General Comments Don't forget about Shenandoah Paris This park has been there for 27 years&has seen very little upgrading. People would use that park if improvements were made. Develop some of the older parks before improving a new park 77 Plant Buffer Material Trees and shrubs 78 General Comments Hockey Wor skating rinks are needed very much in this area. 80 General Comments Grass basebailfield (not skinned field) n 87 Picnic Tables Limited amount. Benches Limited amount 1 or 2 by the pond. 88 General Comments is there an e)asting endowment fund or another place for the ongoing maintenance of park facilities? 89 IGeneral Comments Thank you for asking for our opinion. It is a pleasure to live in Lino Lakes where the city officials care about their residents. 90 General Comments This is a community park not a PUBLIC park -- --- 93 Plant Buffer Materials Not in.master plan, so why rate it? 1/2 Court Basketball Not in master plan, so why rate it? Grills Already approved&paid for by money raised by neighborhood. 95 Skating/hockey rink Highest priority of all. 101 Gazebo/observation plat. Not on master plan-did not rate. Soccer field Multipurpose field. 1/2 Court basketball Not on master plan-did not rate. 103 1 Parking Lot Near picnic shelter a neccessity. 1/2 Court basketball Not on master plan. 104 IGeneral Comments Many comments(2 pages)attached to survey 106 IGeneral Comments Do our taxes increase to maintain more elements? Playground looks wonderful. Thanks! 108 lGeneral Comments I liked the plan the Park Board had already approved! 110 1 General Comments Paved area for roller blading 115 General Comments We also consider a groomed in baseball field a high priority. 116 General Comments We only ranked those things we feel are needed-the others n would be excessive. Thanks for asking! 118 Plant Buffer Material I Only along trails not to shield neighbors. 119 Other ITrees-Did not give ranking. Page 46 Minutes from 7/21/94 Meeting on Designated Neighborhood Park Space called"Park Grove Park" Attendees: �� CUB l9cE. Bednar,Deb Conrad,Beth Flynn,Theresa Gobran,Tracey Lucey,Kaye Lutz,Jane Mazanec,Laurie* McKoskey,Jane Pollack,Penny Rusinak,JoAnn O'Barr,Connie `q:o�- Kate Terry"((i I__q 3sS41'� * = Meeting host and minutes-taker(652 River Birch Pl,490-9976). ** = Offered to host next meeting(574 Lonesome Pine Trail) Sneaker: Marty Asleson,Lino Lakes Park,Recreation,and Forestry Coordinator(wk:464-5562) Purpose: Firstly,for randomly invited neighbors to obtain information about the designated park space that resides between the neighborhood developments called Birchwood Acres,Pine Ridge, and Park Grove. Secondly,given that the City is unable to fully fund the park's development for the foreseeable future, for neighbors to decide if they want to pursue a park development and y� financing plan. Minutes: The meeting was held at Laurie Mazanec's house on 7/21/94 as a result of the Birchwood Acres Babysitting Co-op being interested in finding out more information on the park space(temporarily referred to as"Park Grove Park"in City of Lino Lakes documents). Attendees included Babysitting Co-op members as well as others invited by word of mouth. (Note: Attendance will be open to any other area residents now that we have determined that there is sufficient interest in pursuing park development. We plan to distribute flyers to all Birchwood Acres,Pine Ridge,Park Grove,and Reshanau Lake Estates residents to ensure that any interested residents are welcome to get involved.) Marty explained that the City's current priorities are based on a 1988 Lino Lakes residents survey. At that time,the#1 priority was trails as well as maintaining existing park areas. Another survey is planned for next year,since the City's population has greatly increased and the needs of residents have increased and perhaps changed. For example,there currently is a shortage of fields for organized sports. There are approx.45 softball teams,and demand exists for expanding that number. In addition,various new neighborhoods have sprouted,but many of them do not have neighborhood parks. Marty said the desired number of residents per park is ;however,in Lino Lakes,there is only 1 park per residents. He said a neighborhood park is generally used by residents that live within 1/2 to 3/4 mile radius of the park. In the case of Park Grove Park,that radius also includes Reshanau Lake Estates(where there is no space available in that development for a park). Page 2 In the vacinity of Birchwood Acres,Pine Ridge,Park Grove,and Reshanau Estates,the only existing parks are Shanendoah Park and Rice Lake Elementary;however,the school has priority over the use of its playground and playing fields. Marty said it is very apparent to the City that another park is needed. Due to this need,some of the Park Grove Park space has been given high enough priority to get the necessary funding for being tilled,flattened,graded,and seeded with low maintenance turf by the Fall of'94. Marty showed the City's potential plan for the Park Grove Park space,which totals 10 acres. Five acres are currently available,with 5 additional acres being designated park space as soon as the farmer is ready to sell the land to the City. The plan maps out where things could go such as a playground and picnic areas(which are on the currently available acreage),informal softball field, hockey/skating rink,20-car parking lot,connecting paths,and other structures. It also shows where low-lying areas are that wouldn't be developed,as well as treed areas and possible landscaping. Meeting attendees received copies of this plan,and Marty said we were welcome to come up with ideas for modification. We were able to draw in streets and cul de sacs that run along the park to get a better idea of its layout. Terry emphasized that residents that live along the park boundaries would be especially interested in the park plans since parts of it would basically be in their back yards. We also expressed concern that we avoid having the park used in such a way that traffic would be a problem for area residents. Marty assured us that the softball space does not lend itself to being used for Little League or other organized sports games because of its size. He said that is why the City's plan labels it as an"informal"playing field,even though there are no limitations on developing it into a good quality softball field with a backstop,a quality infield surface,etc. Also,the park space has limited space for a parking lot(20 cars or so);nevertheless,residents stated that they still wanted some reassurance that the park would not be used in such a way that the parking lot would be overfilled and that people would park their cars in front of residents'houses and that traffic would ,^ be at an undesirable level in the neighborhood. On the topic of park funding,Marty said approx.24%of our property tax money goes to the City, but only a small percentage goes to park/trail maintenance and development(approx.$173,000 were dedicated to parks for 1994). That money is currently being used to maintain 8-10 existing parks,develop and pave an extensive path system,and to start development on 6 parks(including the grading,etc.,of Park Grove Park). Given that the city is currently financially unable to pay for all park development,such as playground equipment,he named the following as possibilities for our neighborhoods to obtain the necessary funding to start development of our park: 1. A Referendum(i.e.,residents vote on whether we want to have an additional tax that specifically is designated for park development,but it is unclear whether Park Grove Park would specifically benefit from such a referendum) 2. City Park Board(we could appeal to the board for money and/or other assistance in constructing the park(labor),but there are no guarantees;the board meets on the 1st Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m.in City Hall at 1189 Main St.). In any case,we would need to get the board's approval for any park development plans/action. 3. Appeal to local businesses to make donations(the 49 Club was mentioned,which has new owners and seems as though it would be interested in establishing more visibility) 4. Friends of the Park foundation(seemingly the most promising,according to Marty;more information on this foundation is described next). Meets the 3rd Mon.of each month. n < 1 j"In To the Homeownel-s within the Vicinity of"Birchwood Park% Greetings! This letter summarizes the status of your neighborhood park and explains the purpose of the petitions that 25 residents of the Birchwood Acres and Pine Ridge Developments are sponsoring. The current master plan for. "Birchwood Park" (dated 7-1-96) includes the usage plan for the currently available land as well as the not-yet-available land south of Fox Road. We feel that the current master plan could better utilize the designated park land. The objective is to add to or change various features of the current master plan via 5 specific petitions, which will be presented to the Lino Lakes City Council Each of the.proposed features appeared on at least 1 version of the park designer's concept plans. We feel the proposed features will better meet the informal recreational needs of the neighborhood children, youth, and adults who _ will be using the park, and will be sensitive to the concerns of residents living along the park's borders. Feel free to compare the current Master Plan to the Proposed Plan so you can decide for yourself which plan would make a better neighborhood park. Here is a summary of the petitions: Petition,#1: Add a 1/2 court basketball court (also usable for hard court games) Note: Materials can be paid for with donated money. Petition#2: Add a hockey rink Note: Neighbors will seek funds (e.g., from the Hockey Assn.). Petition#S: Improve the informal ballfield (groomed infield with bases) Note: Bases would be paid for with donated money. Petition#4: Move the picnic shelter to a better location in available land. Note:Area builders have already indicated interest in funding this. Petition#5: Move the volleyball court to the south end of the open play area. Note: Equipment can be paid for with donated money. The Parks and Recreation Department has indicated that no additional City Money will be available for this park in the near future, except for the Park& Rec. Dept. funding request for $4,000 in shrubbery, trees, etc., to border the park. In any case, residents continue to do fundraising so that our park has a wide array of recreation opportunities. By signing the petitions, you are helping to make a more fully featured park 6 reality! 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'„� �s u .Dp wQw_tt�+.- o� �,t1A �r�� :: � .r �1�'IeEeE1o1� ►7D` n .�y a��'tti '��, gip' :' ainlliiFn� rD n• GCO 7r10[]yn�i�44 �� t 1, •:,i ,, "fit\ �_ _,;,, .t , •: Slope Into Park Ponding Area 91 Trail Unk To Linear Trail Corridor 'Informal Ballneld t..i ��,,t.• �.�^ ^ •''�,+•.. fit,�.?f. Picnic/Gentral Recreation Area Mukkiatact%. ,Icale/Goneral Recreation Am \"t,,4, Intex=1 Park Trail(3'WIda) Trail Link To Linear Trail Corridor i�.:e� ( Development PleakMal Male SWtt- Canoes Am Multi-Purpose Building ParkInt 204 Trail Link To Linear Trail Corridor th Approximate Edge t.��• \ ,i, t t • Rink -� •: Park-Development 1 Y' Needs Analysi.s �� 9. Memorandum DATE: October 30, 1996 TO: Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Board FROM: Marty Asleson RE: North Metro Partnership Update Barry and I were invited to a meeting with the North Metro Communities on October 8th. Previously, we were asked to respond to the questions that were raised in the request for partnership. The answers presented to them are attached with this report. These answers are based on my own subjective reasoning and staff feedback. We would like feed back from the board at this time on these points. Our next scheduled meeting with these communities is on November 2 Est. I would like to meet with our two park board representatives before this time to discuss the different possibilities in relationship to some of the issues. n ID , Memorandum DATE: October 30, 1996 TO: Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Board FROM: Marty Asleson RE: Trails Committee The next trails committee meeting is scheduled for the 30th of October. Please find the attached agenda. LINO LAKES TRAILS COMMITTEE AGENDA Parks and Recreation Building October 30, 1996 6:30 PM CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL APPROVAL of the minutes from 9/24/96 meeting APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA OLD BUSINESS 1) Replacing Jodi Budde if she's not interested in trail committee position 2) Reports from a) Marty-Circle Pines and Blaine trail development b) George-Washington County c) Laura-White Bear Lake 3) Further outline objectives of the trail committee 4) Look at current trail system(Marty will provide map) 5) Identify and prioritize future trail opportunities ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION AT NEXT MEETING DATE OF NEXT MEETING ADJOURNMENT Memorandum DATE: October 29, 1996 TO: Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Board FROM: Marty Asleson RE: A-3 Athletic Complex Please find attached a copy of the letter I sent to the DNR concerning the denial of the$50,000 grant for the acquisition of the athletic complex. The DNR has given us two extensions on a commitment from the city to proceed with this project. It was important that this issue be resolved in that we were beyond the time limit given to use on the second grant extension. The DNR is interested in re-allocating these dollars and have their time limits on this process. This matter was taken to a city council worksession. The city council was reluctant to turn away from this money,yet the commitment needs to come from the residents in the form of a referendum. The preliminary results of the survey indicates that three issues including the athletic complex may be supported. The question of central location has also come up. Based on the population growth on the south side and the diminishing land appropriate for an athletic complex, and based on the search for land on the south side, this location was as central as we could find. Perhaps we should shift our search to real- estate search to values on the north or east side for comparison purposes. The new grant applications will be coming out soon,and would be timely for referendum purposes. This grant needs to be tied to a specific location. October 28, 1996 Ms. Audrey Mularie Grants Manager, Local Grants Program Department of Natural Resources 500 Lafayette Road ST. Paul, MN. 55155-4010 Dear Ms. Mularie, Thank you for your patience and flexibility with the City of Lino Lakes with making a decision on the grant dollars your department approved for the acquisition of our A-3 Athletic Complex. The local approval process has taken a great deal of time and this issue is still unresolved. In light of your need to re-appropriate these dollars this letter is to notify you that we shall need to reapply for these dollars at a future date. We have just completed a quality of life survey in the city, and the indication from this survey is this complex is supported by the public. The financing for the land will most likely be presented to the voters in the form of a referendum next spring. The need for this athletic complex is very real, as is the need for your support. Please keep us informed of the grant dollars available and the timing of these grants. Again, thank you for your help. Sincerely, Marty Asleson Parks Recreation and Forestry Coordinator City of Lino Lakes CC Randy Schumacher Suggested Updated Goals Program For the City 3-5 Year Perspective Parks/Recreation/Forestry City Goal#1 TO ESTABLISH A UNIQUE COMMUNITY IDENTITY AND IMAGE BUILDING ON THE CITY'S LAKES AND ENVIRONMENTAL AMENITIES The preservation of natural resources is very important to city residents. One of the goals of our Comprehensive Plan is to provide residents with parks and open space for recreational uses with the objective of enhancing the quality of life by fulfilling physical, and psychological needs; and to preserve significant natural resources as important components of the overall park system. The Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan has been instrumental in achieving these objectives by the establishment of goal and policy statements that have involved the community in the process. Parks and Recreation, unlike any other entity in a city with three school districts, can bring the community together through a common cause, leisure. Special events such as Earth Day, Safety Camp, Performance in the Parks, Summer Playground all focus in total community inclusion and identity issues. It has been a policy to involve the community in recreation and environmental concerns, through working at the committee level with recreation interests, trails, and environmental. Recently we joined the SE Anoka County Cities steering committee"Creating Community." We plan on working with our Police Department on ideas for this focus. We have been looking at the big and long term picture when it comes to environmental and open space issues. The work on the greenway ideas such as Clearwater Creek is an example where Economic Development,Engineering, and Parks and Recreation can work together in this regards. We have been working with the University of Minnesota Collage of Natural Resources on a future land development environmental assessment and hopefully working towards a city-wide environmental Inventory. The city reforestation, oakwilt control and tree preservation efforts are all programs that support the environmental and city identity issues in the long term years to come. It is felt that we need to do more in regards to non-point nutrient and pesticide release into storm the watershed through the.control or education of usage, and development design considerations. Our lakes and streams are amenities that residents want to maintain as quality recreational resources. CITY GOAL#2 TO EXPAND AND ENHANCE THE CITY'S ECONOMIC AND INDUSTRIAL DEVELOPMENT Parks/Recreation/Forestry can help enhance economic and industrial development by creating the attraction of and the perception of"Community". Programmed recreation opportunities,that residents and business employees can participate in holistically, can help create this attraction. Structured recreation programs as well as unstructured, individual opportunity and convenient access to greenway, open space and trails and integrated with a vast natural resource can create a healthy perception of a place to establish business. The Forestry Division can help with the natural resource issues in conjunction with other departments to provide for the paradigm of it is good to do business in a city that is environmentally friendly. Design standards, project review in conjunction with the community service officer, and street tree plantings that have added to the sense of neighborhood and community. Hopefully,these are enticing and attractive features that might attract business i.e. a community that cares. By marketing the relationship between leisure, recreation, as complementary to the central focus in life work, and that the City of Lino Lakes will support these intrinsic needs, I believe we can create a very effective instrument for business attraction. Economic development literature repeatedly stresses the attraction of local quality of life in the decision to move a firm to a new city. Parks and recreation services are primary considerations and measures in such a move. Quality of life for employees was the third most important factor in locating a business, according to an annual survey of chief executive officers conducted by Cushman and Wakefield in 1989. The Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress reported that a city's quality of life is more important than purely business-related factors when it comes to attracting new business. CITY GOAL#3 TO ADDRESS THE CITY INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS Working in conjunction with other departments on the alternative transportation issue, i.e. trails can help reduce the need to use roads and our dependency on the automobile. We have also sought to form cooperative relations with surrounding communities, the county, and the school districts to use existing facilities, and open-spaces. The notion of a partnership with the North Metro Recreation group can positively effect our accessibility to facility use in the quad city area. We shall continue to actively seek funding for infrastructure needs either alone or in partnership with other public agencies. We shall also continue to work with our non-profit,the Friends of the Parks on addressing parks and recreation needs thereby helping to relieve the tax burden. ^ GOAL#4 TO ENHANCE THE CIT'S STRENGTH AND FINANCIAL SOLVENCY Although the mission of Parks and Recreation is to provide programs in as cost effective manner as possible for social inclusion reasons, we do have a number of programs that are very profitable. These profits can help to offset the operation costs, or facility enhancement needs. We continue to look at the prospects of profit generating facilities such as an outdoor athletic complex, developer/city partnership for a golf coarse, and work with economic development on a community center(public, or public/private). We shall continue to seek grants for trails, park facilities, and recreation programs. Partnerships with surrounding cities,the county, school districts will help to reduce costs and the overall tax impact to Lino Lakes residents. GOAL# 5 TO MANAGE THE CITY'S GROWTH IN AN ORDERLY AND PRUDENT MANNER The implementation of the 1992 Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan gave the city an instrument for managing the resource allocation and recreation need in an orderly an prudent manner. The goals and objectives lay out a framework of development that addresses the need to track trends, manage resource, and provide for the overall quality of life issues that surround residents in terms of leisure. By following trends and accepted standards of need as presented in our Comprehensive Plan, we shall be able to provide an adequate amount of facilities and services that the community shall want and need. The interaction with our Community Police Department will become very important in reacting to trends and issues concerning leisure and building community assets in our youth in particular. GOAL# 6 TO ENHANCE COMMUNICATION WITH THE PUBLIC Ongoing communication and interaction plays a vital role in enhancing their understanding of the park system's facilities and recreation programs. Our goals, policies, and objectives as defined in section 3 of our Comprehensive Plan relate to communicating and interacting with city residents. The strategy that we have worked on should provide city residents with an opportunity to gain a better understanding of the park system and recreational activities available, and to provide city residents with an opportunity to have input with respect to future park facilities,trails and recreational program development. Given the diversity of interests within the community and the variety of facilities available and programs offered, a variety of communication instruments are used. The Parks/Recreation/Forestry Department publishes a quarterly brochure to update/inform and present opportunity to register for recreation programs. We also publish weekly news releases, print and distribute flyers to announce special events, and public meetings program reminders, etc.,to local school districts, local business, civic organizations, and associations. Special notice mailings are printed to announce public meetings for park projects, and events. Neighborhood meetings are scheduled to update, inform, and take input. Adopt a Park program has opened up communications between neighborhood concerns and the city. We have worked with other public agencies to create videos to market and inform the residents on different issues and events. The Oak Wilt video is an example of this as well as videos that we have taped for various special events and recreation programs. ^ Goal# 7 TO UPGRADE THE CITY'S PHYSICAL FACILITIES Parks, Recreation, and Forestry has been utilizing the Marshan Park building for offices over the last two years. This facility has been adequate with the exception of supply storage needs. We are investigating the different options that are available to us concerning this problem. We have worked with the Economic Development Department on the Town Center planning and are excited about the possibilities of a community center. We shall continue to work with Economic Development on this project,both from a recreation, trails, and site planning standpoint. With few dollars around we were able to add two shelters from the City of Shorview to our parks system. We shall continue to look for these bargains, and work on grants to support our needs. n