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Home My WebLink About07-07-2025 Park Board Packet PARK BOARD AGENDA Monday, July 7, 2025 Broadcast on Cable TV Channel 16 and northmetrotv.com/lino-lakes-stream ADVISORY BOARD MEETING, 6:30 P.M. Council Chambers (televised) 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Public Comment (sign-in prior to start of meeting per Rules of Decorum) 4. Setting the Agenda: Addition or Deletion of Agenda Items 5. Approval of Minutes: May 7, 2025 6. Action Items A. Review Peltier Ponds PUD Preliminary Plat 7. Discussion Items 8. Next Scheduled Park Board Meeting - Wednesday, September 3, 2025 ADJOURNMENT CITY OF LINO LAKES ADVISORY BOARD MEETING GUIDELINES Advisory boards are fact-finding bodies established to aid the City Council in specific areas. The decisions of any board are considered advisory only and all final decisions rest with the City Council. Board meetings shall operate in accordance with the procedures established by the City Council. The following meeting guidelines are derived from the City Council Rules of Decorum. Members of the Audience – No person in the audience shall engage in disorderly or disruptive conduct such as audible commentary during a meeting, hand clapping, stamping of feet, whistling, using profane language, yelling and similar demonstrations, which conduct disturbs the peace and good order of the meeting. Public Comment– Comments from the public will be accepted on any matter, whether on the agenda or not. Comments will not be accepted during specific agenda items unless a Public Hearing has been noticed. Please remember to be courteous and respectful and abide by the following guidelines: • Sign-in prior to the start of the meeting • Step up to the microphone when recognized by the Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) • State your name and address for the record • State the subject to be discussed • Limit comments to 4 minutes • Address comments to the board as a whole, not any specific member • No question may be asked of a board member or staff member without the permission of the Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) • Elect a spokesperson for a group of persons who wish to address the board on the same subject Public Hearing – A public hearing is a separate item of business on the agenda. It gives the public an opportunity to comment on the topic identified. Please remember to be courteous and respectful and abide by the guidelines outlined for public comment (although no sign-in required). Typically, a public hearing proceeds as follows: 1. The Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) will announce the agenda item and staff will present their report. 2. Board members have the opportunity to ask staff questions about the item. 3. The Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) opens the public hearing and will recognize those who want to speak. 4. The Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) shall close the public hearing. 5. The Board will then discuss the item. No further public comments are allowed. 6. The Board will make a recommendation and/or decision. After a motion has been made or a public hearing has been closed, no member of the public shall address the board from the audience on the matter under consideration. The Presiding Officer (Chair or Vice-Chair) shall maintain strict order and etiquette at all meetings. Park Board May 7, 2025 pg. 1 DRAFT MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Chair Gooder called the Lino Lakes Park Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on May 7, 2025. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PUBLIC COMMENT There was no one present for public comment. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved as presented. 5. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 2, 2025 AND APRIL 2, 2025 MINUTES Mrs. Ballering moved to approve the January 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Mrs. Schmidt. Mr. Huelman and Mrs. Bayandalai abstained Motion carried 3 – 0. Mr. Huelman moved to approve the April 2, 2025 meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Mrs. Ballering. Mrs. Schmidt abstained Motion carried 4 – 0. 6. ACTION ITEMS A. Review Nelson Rehbein Development Concept Plan Mr. Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director, summarizes Nelson Rehbein Properties is a proposed residential subdivision on approximately 24.55 acres located north of Nadeau Acres development, west by existing farm fields, north by existing industrial buildings, DATE: May 7, 2025 TIME STARTED: 6:32 p.m. TIME ENDED: 7:48 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Clark Gooder, Patrick Huelman, Uyanga Bayandalai, Kathy Ballering, Kelly Schmidt MEMBERS ABSENT: William Kusterman, Julie Ann Cutts STAFF PRESENT: Rick DeGardner, Angela Thorson Park Board May 7, 2025 pg. 2 DRAFT MINUTES and easterly along 20th Avenue South. The concept plan displays a total of (90) residential lots that consist of 38 single family homes and 52 attached townhomes. As discussed with the development of Nadeau Acres, The 2040 Comprehensive Plan does not show this area as having a park or part of the greenway system. Rather, future Neighborhood Park E is planned to the west. Development of the future park is dependent on when the property owner chooses to develop their property. Staff recommends 100% cash dedication in lieu of land. Matt Phillips, 1931 Red Oak Lane, Lino Lakes, stated he is in favor of having a park in the Nadeau neighborhood. Northpointe is the closest park to the development, and with all the new construction and companies nearby, it's dangerous to have children on 20th Avenue. Would also like a connection to the regional trail system. They stated that when they reached out to Lino Lakes prior, they were told to go to the county, and the county has no plans of expanding 20th Avenue in the future. Justin Trowbridge, 1947 William Lane, Lino Lakes, from Nassau, discussed a trail connection to 20th Avenue. Rachel Pike, 1919 Red Oak Lane, Lino Lakes, stated she has three considerations for the board to think about. First, a trail connection from Dupree Road and Center Street. If that connection is not possible, could you at least consider connecting the southern trail to Tower Park? Second, consider adding a park. Currently, if they want to visit a park, they need to cross 20th Avenue, which is becoming more dangerous. Third, consider the traffic impact on 20th Avenue if this development happens. Mrs. Schmidt inquired as to adding a park, trails, or cash for land. How much would it cost to add a park versus a trail connection to an existing park? Mr. Huelman thanked the community for their input. Would like to look into a trail system for residents to gain access to a park in a safe way. Mrs. Ballering stated that 20th Avenue is a dangerous area and something needs to be done with the traffic. Mr. DeGardner discussed the economics of a neighborhood park. Mr. Huelman stated he was hoping for an east-west corridor along Birch Street for access to Tower Park. Mr. DeGardner stated that another possibility would be a controlled pedestrian intersection. Park Board May 7, 2025 pg. 3 DRAFT MINUTES Mrs. Ballering asked if the county was making repairs to 20th Avenue, would that be the time to discuss trails. Mr. DeGardner replied yes. Mrs. Schmidt asked what it would take to get a trail to Tower Park. Is there any funding for trails or a park? Matt Phillips discussed the trail system to the parks. 400 to 500 feet of trails are needed. Access to Tower Park gets them to Lower Lamotte Park. Mr. DeGardner stated that it has been our priority for several years to connect trails to the regional park system. Mrs. Schmidt stated that we will keep looking into park development. Mr. Huelman discussed the park and trail fund. Mrs. Ballering suggested residents contact the City Council regarding their concerns. Mr. Huelman made a motion to recommend 100% cash dedication in lieu of land. Mrs. Ballering seconded the motion. Motion carried 5 – 0. 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Discuss Replacing Lino Park Shelter Mr. DeGardner summarizes The Park Board directed staff to explore the potential replacement of the Lino Park shelter that was built in 1986. Staff is recommending a Poligon Tiara 25’ x 37’ structure. This is a two tier, “extended hex” design that fits the space well and provide plenty of space for tables. The roof is a 5:12 pitch metal roof with stained tongue and groove wood on the underside. The Parks Department will take care of demolition and site prep. The project cost breakdown is as follows: 25’ x 27’ Poligon Tiara Shelter $68,414 Concrete – 6 footings, 30’ x 46’ slab $25,910 Installation of Shelter $33,000 TOTAL $127,324 If we move forward, enhancements including masonry work around the footings and electrical work will be explored. Mr. Huelman likes the look of the shelter. He supports trying for as many utilities as we can. He also supports adding a divider so that two groups can access the shelter. Mr. DeGardner replied that the shelter space is too small for a divider. Park Board May 7, 2025 pg. 4 DRAFT MINUTES Mrs. Ballering asked where will the tables come from. Mr. DeGardner replied that the tables located at the current shelter are movable. Mrs. Ballering is in favor of utilities as well. Mr. Huelman would like to make the utilities a priority over the ornamentation. Mr. Gooder inquired as to whether the shelter might be branded. Mrs. Ballering made a motion to move forward with the proposal of the Lino Park shelter. Mr. Huelman seconded the motion. Motion carried 5 – 0. Mr. Gooder has visited eight parks since the April 2, 2025 meeting. He stated City Hall Park is for smaller kids. We need to start looking at parks that are not adding value and what should be done with them in the future. Mrs. Ballering discussed developing a survey to learn the opinions of the residents. Mrs. Bayandalai has visited two parks since the last meeting. She enjoyed the kids' play area at Sunrise Park. She found that access to Marshan Park was not easily accessible from the road. Mr. Gooder thinks Marshan Park has great potential and is a good place for a shelter. Mrs. Ballering would like to let the City Council know which projects have been completed. Mr. Huelman is also in support of informing the City Council. Mrs. Schmidt inquired as to whether the Park Board is responsible for the building at Marshan Park. Mr. DeGardner stated that it is funded through general funds. He wants to re-master Marshan Park and tear down the building. Mr. Schmidt wants Marshan Park's restrooms to remain there. Mr. Huelman asked Mr. DeGardner for a status on the Public Works building. Mr. DeGardner replied that the funding source has been identified. Getting the construction manager under contract, scheduling meetings with the architect, and looking at site plans are some of the first steps. 8. NEXT SCHEDULED PARK BOARD MEETING - Wednesday, June 4, 2025 9. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Huelman moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Ballering. Meeting adjourned at 7:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Angela Thorson, Public Services Administrative Assistant DATE: July 7, 2025 TO: Park Board FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director TOPIC: Review Peltier Ponds PUD Preliminary Plat The Park Board reviewed the concept plan for Peltier Ponds during their January 2, 2025 meeting. Attached is the staff report and the approved minutes. The applicant, U.S. Home, LLC (aka Lennar), is proposing a master planned residential development located west of CSAH 54 (20th Ave N) across from Watermark, east of Peltier Lake, and north of the City of Centerville border. The development contains four (4) parcels totaling approximately 125 gross acres and 262 housing units, consisting of single-family homes and townhomes. The preliminary plat indicates 5.37 acres of Public Park (Outlots EE and FF), along with an interconnected trail system throughout the development. Since Outlot EE will most likely serve as the primary neighborhood park, its important to ascertain the extent of contiguous upland area to ensure development of sufficient park amenities are possible. Peltier Lake Drive will be realigned through the development and a public trail system will be incorporated into the existing lake frontage. Realigning the road will create the opportunity to improve public access of the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Reserve (Regional Park) waterways via Outlot FF, shoreline restoration, and extended trail system through this corridor. A network of trails will connect to the future lakefront trail, new public park, and connection to a future trail along 20th Avenue. The public park areas will be deeded to the City and trails within the park will be maintained by the City. Common open spaces will be owned by the HOA and trails outside of the park maintained by the HOA. Conservation easements should be provided over all open space and wetland areas. The goal is to extend the greenway corridor and trail system by connecting it to existing infrastructure to the east. Watermark Park and its trail system is located directly east of this property. The ultimate goal is to connect these greenways with future development and acquisition of land creating a link between the open space corridors. The current plan shows mowed/turf trails being proposed in Outlot E maintained by the HOA. Staff recommends depicting the trail along the west side of 20th Avenue. Also, consider extending the trail in NE corner directly to 20th Avenue. Could then eliminate trail leading to cul-de-sac and eliminate cul-de-sac sidewalk. Attachments Concept Plan Peltier Ponds Staff Report – January 2, 2025 Park Board Minutes – January 2, 2025 Neighborhood Context Exhibit – Dated 11/05/24 Land Use and Density Plan – Dated 7/29/24 DATE: January 2, 2025 TO: Park Board FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director RE: Peltier Ponds PUD Concept Plan The applicant, U.S. Home, LLC (aka Lennar), is proposing a master planned residential development located west of CSAH 54 (20th Ave N) across from Watermark, east of Peltier Lake, and north of the City of Centerville border. The development contains four (4) parcels totaling approximately 125 gross acres and 262 housing units. The proposed development is called Peltier Ponds. Peltier Ponds will consist of single-family homes and townhomes with a similar variety to those built in Watermark. The total number of housing units is 262. An 11-acre public park, trails, sidewalks, open space and stormwater ponds are included throughout the development creating a multi-functional greenway corridor. Public open space (public open space + public park + stormwater ponds + wetlands) is 58.4 acres or 46.7% of the entire development. Private open space is 6.0 acres or 49.6% of the townhome development. Figure 10-2 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan identifies the need for a future Neighborhood Park Area F centrally located within the service area. The proposed development includes an 11- acre public park and trails. Staff Comments 1. Only land that is reasonably suitable for park use and location shall be credited for parkland dedication. 2. A trail shall be constructed along CSAH 54 (20th Ave N.). 3. Additional trails south of the wetland shall be considered. 4. Trail corridors should be a minimum 30-40 feet in width above the high-water level. Attached is a narrative report from Lennar to provide the Park Board additional background information. Park Board January 2, 2025 pg. 1 DRAFT MINUTES CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MINUTES 1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL Vice Chair Gooder called the Lino Lakes Park Board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on January 2, 2025. 2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 3. PUBLIC COMMENT There was no one present for public comment. 4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The agenda was approved as presented. Mr. DeGardner proposed the addition of nominating the Chair and Vice Chair. 5. ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR Mr. Kusterman made a motion to nominate Mr. Gooder as the Chair of the Park Board. Mrs. Schmidt seconded. Motion carried 4 – 0. Mrs. Schmidt made a motion to nominate Mr. Kusterman as the Vice Chair of the Park Board. Mrs. Ballering seconded. Motion carried 4 – 0. 6. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 2, 2024 MINUTES Mrs. Ballering moved to approve the October 2, 2024 meeting minutes. Motion seconded by Mr. Kusterman. Motion carried 4 – 0. 7. ACTION ITEMS A. Peltier Ponds PUD Concept Plan DATE: January 2, 2025 TIME STARTED: 6:30 p.m. TIME ENDED: 7:44 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Clark Gooder, Kellie Schmidt, Kathy Ballering, William Kusterman MEMBERS ABSENT: Patrick Huelman, Julie Ann Cutts STAFF PRESENT: Rick DeGardner Park Board January 2, 2025 pg. 2 DRAFT MINUTES Mr. Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director, summarizes the applicant, U.S. Home, LLC (aka Lennar), is proposing a master planned residential development located west of CSAH 54 (20th Ave N) across from Watermark, east of Peltier Lake, and north of the City of Centerville border. The development contains four (4) parcels totaling approximately 125 gross acres and 262 housing units. The proposed development is called Peltier Ponds. Peltier Ponds will consist of single-family homes and townhomes with a similar variety to those built in Watermark. The total number of housing units is 262. An 11-acre public park, trails, sidewalks, open space and stormwater ponds are included throughout the development creating a multi-functional greenway corridor. Public open space (public open space + public park + stormwater ponds + wetlands) is 58.4 acres or 46.7% of the entire development. Private open space is 6.0 acres or 49.6% of the townhome development. Figure 10-2 of the 2024 Comprehensive Plan identifies the need for a future Neighborhood Park Area F centrally located within the service area. The proposed development includes an 11- acre public park and trails. Staff comments are that only land that is reasonably suitable for park use and location shall be credited for parkland dedication. A trail shall be constructed along CSAH 54 (20th Ave N.). Additional trails south of the wetland shall be considered. Trail corridors should be a minimum of 30-40 feet in width above the high water level. Mr. DeGardner stated this development will bring in $917,000 in park dedication fees. The developer would be credited for land and depending on trials could also be credited. Mr. Kusterman asked whether our Comprehensive Plan calls for the creation of a park. Mr. DeGardner replied the Comprehensive Plan is a guideline. Mrs. Ballering discussed not having a park in each neighborhood. This area might be a place to reimagine with a full basketball court and/or volleyball courts. Mr. Gooder stated if he were moving into this development, he would prefer a park. Mr. Kusterman discussed Acorn Park, which is close to the proposed development. Mrs. Schmidt inquired as to whether this area may be turned into a destination park. Likes the idea of acquiring the area for future development. Mr. Gooder is in favor of acquiring the land. Park Board January 2, 2025 pg. 3 DRAFT MINUTES Mrs. Schmidt main concern is that she doesn’t want this area to become another area where all the city does is mow the grass. The city will have to pay for trail maintenance and grass cutting. Park Board members are in support of the concept plan. 7. DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Joint City Council/Advisory Board meeting set for January 15 Mr. DeGardner stated the next Joint City Council/Advisory Board meeting for the Mapping Northwest Main Study is scheduled for Wednesday, January 15th from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm in the City Council Chambers. All advisory board members are encouraged to attend. B. Discuss 2025 Goals Mr. DeGardner stated the City Council has allocated $180,000 to the Park and Trail funds. Mrs. Schmidt talked about adding mats near the ADA swings for easier access. Mr. Kusterman would like to use the $180,000 to update two playgrounds. Questioned if Pheasant Hills Park, due to age and use, should be a park that is updated. Mr. DeGardner listed the four parks built in the 1990s: Pheasant Hill Park, Marshan Park, Behm’s Park, and Arena Acres Park. Mr. Gooder stated Marshan Park is a bigger plan for the future. How much would it cost to tear down the Marshan Park building? Mrs. Schmidt made a motion to replace the park equipment at Shenandoah and Behm’s Park in 2025. Mrs. Ballering seconded. Motion carried 4 – 0. 8. NEXT SCHEDULED PARK BOARD MEETING - Wednesday, February 5, 2025 9. ADJOURNMENT Mr. Kusterman moved to adjourn the meeting. Motion seconded by Mrs. Schmidt. Meeting adjourned at 7:44 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Angela Thorson, Public Services Administrative Assistant 2999 WEST C.R. 42, SUITE 100, BURNSVILLE, MN 55306 PHONE: 952.890.6044 www.jrhinc.com PLANNERS / ENGINEERS / SURVEYORSDRAWN BYDATEREVISIONSPLM7/29/24CAD FILE24205cp.dwgPRO-ECT NO.24205-00SHEET 1 OF 1James R. Hill, Inc.PELTIER PONDS LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA LAND USE & DENSITY PLAN FOR LENNARThe Southeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 14, Township 31, Range 22, AnokaCounty, MinnesotaANDThe South Half of Lot 1, Auditor’s Subdivision No. 47 Revised, Anoka County, Minnesota,EXCEPT that certain part of the South Half of Government Lot 1, Section 14, Township 31,Range 22, Anoka County, Minnesota, now known as the South Half of Lot 1, Auditor’sSubdivision No. 47 Revised, described as follows: Beginning at the North Quarter Corner ofsaid Section 14, as the same is marked by a stone monument; thence West along the Sectionline for 156 feet to a point near the centerline of a public road; thence South 6 degrees West,following the general line of said public road, for 662.95 feet to the centerline of saidGovernment Lot 1, and the point of beginning of the tract hereby described; thence East,along said Government Lot centerline for 200.29 feet; thence South, at right angles for 180feet; thence West at right angles for 261.71 feet, more or less, to the centerline of aforesaidpublic road; thence North 12 degrees 21 minutes East, along said road centerline, toaforesaid centerline of Government Lot 1; thence East along said Government Lot centerlinefor 22 feet to the point of beginning.ANDThe Northeast Quarter of the Northeast Quarter of Section 14, Township 31, Range 22, AnokaCounty, Minnesota.ANDThe North Half of Lot 1, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NUMBER 47 REVISED, Anoka County,Minnesota, EXCEPT the following described real property: That part of the North Half ofGovernment Lot 1, Section 14, Township 31, Range 22, Anoka County, Minnesota describedas follows: Commencing at the North Quarter corner of said Section 14; thence North 89degrees 35 minutes 06 seconds West along the North line of said Section 14 a distance of148.88 feet to the Meander corner and the centerline of Town Road; thence South 5 degrees57 minutes 00 seconds West along said centerline of Town Road a distance of 331.55 feet tothe actual point of beginning of the tract to be hereby described; thence continuing South 5degrees 57 minutes 00 seconds West a distance of 84.40 feet; thence South 15 degrees 18minutes 48 seconds West along said centerline a distance of 251.26 feet to its intersectionwith the South line of said North Half of Government Lot 1 as monumented; thenceSouth 88 degrees 58 minutes 52 seconds East along said South line a distance of 354.76 feet;thence North 0 degrees 24 minutes 54 seconds East a distance of 330.56 feet; thence North89 degrees 35 minutes 06 seconds West a distance of 282.00 feet to the actual point ofbeginning. Also known as a part of Lot 1, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVISION NO. 47 REVISED, AnokaCounty, Minnesota.PROPERTY DESCRIPTIONA. 8/14/24: Updated layoutB. 8/27/24: Updated layoutC. 8/28/24: Density tableD. 11/11/24: Concept RevisionE. 11/19/24: Land Use PlanF. 01/22/25: Rev Land Use PlanG. 02/12/25: Rev Land Use PlanH. 03/05/25: Rev Land Use PlanI. 04/04/25: Prelim Submittal