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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/07/1991 Park Board Packetka PARK BOARD MEETING December 5, 1990 The December meeting of the Lino Lakes Park Board was called to order by Chairman Ray Johnson at 7:00 PM at Lino Lakes City Hall. Members in attendance were Bob Williams, John Baumann, Ray Johnson and Ken Johnson. Members absent were Candi Toffoli, Bill Nissen and George Lindy. Staff in attendance were Don Volk, Director of Public Works, Marty Asleson, Superintendent of Parks, Recreation and Forestry, and Carole Kohler, Parks Secretary. Consideration of Minutes - There were no additions or' corrections to the Minutes of the November 13, 1990 meeting. The minutes were approved as mailed. Open Mike - No one appeared under open mike. Old Business: 1. Birch Park - Marty Asleson noted that invitations to attend this meeting were sent to neighbors of the Birch Park area asking them to for their input in the matter of the park design and progress, etc. Several area residents of the Birch Park area were in attendance. Marty displayed a map of Birch Park and explained the layout. He also explained the irrigation system and stubs for future expansion. Also in attendance was Brian Flanagan of Flanagan Industries, a playground equipment firm. He explained that he would recommend mostly plastic modular equipment for the park, and showed how colors of plastic components for the modular system add to the attractiveness of the park. Marty asked if this equipment was handicap accessible, Mr. Flanagan explained that it was not planned that way, but being that it was a modular system, it could possibly be done. Mr. Flanagan also added that this playground equipment is designed for all ages including pre-schoolers. When Mr. Flanagan ended his presentation,. Marty asked for input from the neighbors., One concern was leaving the hockey rink open for pleasure skaters. Ray Johnson explained that the rink is too small for hockey games because it is not regulation size. Marty added that any hockey practice on that rink now is not scheduled. one neighborhood resident asked about the timing for finishing up the park. Ray Johnson explained that the proposed budget is being prepared now, and that it looks like money is going to be tight, the park board has used up all their funds so completion could be a little slow. However, PAGE 1 the plan is to finish up Birch Park before they start work on another park. The playground equipment will be the next purchase and the picnic shelters will be the last addition to complete the park. Ray Johnson asked for input from those neighbors in attendance. All of the comments were positive, and all expressed a desire to help in the construction when the time comes. Land Acquisition - Marty explained that plans for adding the 1.5 acres to Birch Park are moving along. The stakes and irons are in the ground, and all the papers are with the city attorney for finalization. Budget Analysis - Marty discussed the budget for Birch Park. Don Volk added that this was probably good that the park board could see and review the costs of Birch Park so they will have an idea of costs when planning for future parks. Other Old Business: Marty had the appraisal of the two Rice Lake Estates lots . They both were appraised at $21,000.00 . He explained that the lease agreement was at Circle Pines now and that it ,^ should be brought up at their next park board meeting. Ray Johnson asked that we have all the follow up information for the next meeting as it would be a good idea to get the lots on the market for next Spring. Before moving on to New Business, Ray Johnson recommended to those on the board who may not have had a chance to see Sunrise Park recently, to do so. He mentioned that the pleasure rink was bigger and better, and that general remodeling of the inside of the warming house made it much nicer now. New Business: Wenzel Property Development - Don Volk began the discussion on this development by introducing Kirk Corson who represents Hokanson Development, and explained the location of this property being south of Elm Street, west of"Lake Drive and directly east of Ulmers Rice Lake Addition. Mr. Corson described this property as 66 acres, including 11 acres condemned by the city for storm water ponding This property is zoned a combination of single family R-1, town home construction along Hwy 49, single family between the townhomes and Ulmer's Addition. He handed out new concept plan maps showing the road to be shifted to the west, as he was recently informed by the City Planner that the road had to be moved to the west to accommodate the people from the adjoining development on the west, should they want to sub- divide in the future. Marty explained that Sunrise Park in relation to this area is a consideration. That the City owns PAGE 2 certain drainage areas on the southwest side and trails could come out to Second Avenue, it's a natural area. Ray Johnson asked about elevated trails (floating walkways). Don Volk commented that this would be possible, but very costly. Mr. Corson added that the original 1.6 acres intended for park dedication won't be there because of moving the road to the west. Ray Johnson commented that he would rather have the park land than the street. He explained that his park dedication would be less than 5 units per 2 acres on the townhomes and would dedicate cash for the single family homes. Mr. Corson asked if he was proceeding in the right direction to continue . Ray said he thought the plan looked pretty good and explained how the park dedication works, that the developer pays at the time of final plat approval. The rest of the board agreed with Ray. Ken Johnson added that he would like to see a play area for the townhomes and would like also to keep an internal route for walkers and joggers in the proposed park. Mr. Corson will have the preliminary plat to the board by January 6th, 1991. Other New Business: Lakecrest Development - Mr. Jeff Joyer and Mr. Ron Mikalai in attendance, proposed to the board for consideration, the purchase of property that they are handling, these parcels are privately owned. This property is located south of Lantern Lane west of Black Duck near Captain's Place and east of East Shadow Lake Drive. It is 10.35 acres , with road access off Black Duck Drive. Mr. Joyer and Mr. Mikalai represent the sellers of these parcels, in addition, they are partners in ownership of the property to the west. There would be no park dedication, as this was paid for back in 1977. The property was listed for sale at $60,000.00. Ray Johnson asked if the property could be graded for ball fields, Marty explained that it could , and that with 10 acres, there would be plenty of room for ball fields. Ray mentioned that he would be real interested in a purchase as it would be additional ball fields that are greatly needed. All agreed, but were concerned that there would be no funds available for a purchase. Don explained that the neighbors in this area have approached the City several times in the past to put a park in this area, and that it would be a very favorable purchase. The City has a purchase option at the present time with the owners, and a follow. up agreement is due by January 5th: Don explained that the lack of funds at the present time may not be a real concern, as there are other options, one being a possibility of getting the neighbors involved and explain the lack of cash, etc. A polling of the board members in attendance concluded that all are in agreement that it would be a good purchase , and that the area needs a neighborhood type facility, and even if it was not developed as a park, it could still be good for re -sale. Don will bring some purchase i"�r options to the next park board -meeting. PAGE 3 Lino Park - There was a discussion as to the possibility of using Lino Park more for skating at night, even thouvh there is no shelter. Ray pointed out that there is electric in the building. Marty said that they would put additional benches out and look into the electricity for nighttime skating. Don concluded the meeting by advising the board that there will be a need to prioritize and look at the budget before the next meeting. Also to look into the feelings and attitudes of the neighborhoods, as there will have to be budget cuts in the next couple of years. Don also reminded the board that the Focus Meeting with Brauer & Associates that had been previously cancelled, was' re -scheduled as a breakfast meeting for Saturday, January 12, 1991. He expressed the need for the Council to be at this meeting as it would set the pace for the future of the Master Park Plan, and if there isn't enough attendance by the Council and the other City Boards to attend the first Focus Meeting, that we will just -continue to re -schedule until we can get them all together. .1-N The next Park Board meeting was scheduled for Monday, January 7th, 1991. No other new business. The meeting was adjourned at 8:34 PM. PAGE 4