HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-05-2001 Park Board MinutesPark Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 1 The February 5, 2001 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 6:30pm, by Acting Chair Huelman. Roll call was taken, members present were Pam Tasch uk, Bill Kusterman, Michael O’Connor, and Pat Huelman. Memb ers absent were Chris Welsand, George Lindy, and Paul Montain. Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Di rector. APPROVAL OF JANUARY 4, 2001 MINUTES: Pam Taschuk made a motion, seconded by Bill Kusterm an, to approve the January 4, 2001 minutes. The minutes were appr oved. SETTING THE AGENDA: The agenda was passed as presented. OPEN MIKE: No one was present for open mike. REVIEW LAND HOLDING GROUP PRELIMINARY PLAT: Rick advised the Land Holding Group Preliminary Pla t is an eight-acre development located at the northwest corner of Holly Drive and 12 th Avenue. There are 13 single-family lots proposed. The Comprehensive Parks and Trails System Plan indi cates a Class II Level Transportation Trail along Holly Drive. T his trail is intended to be located within the existing road rig ht-of-way. Therefore, staff’s recommendation is to recommend 1 00 percent cash park dedication for the Land Holding Group Dev elopment. Rick suggested that the developer inform potential property owners along Holly Drive regarding the future trail placement. Pam inquired about a name for the development. Ric k advised at this point, the development is named Land Holding G roup. Acting Chair Huelman inquired about the trail curre ntly in the right-of-way in Trapper’s Crossing. Rick advised t here are not any existing trails along Holly Drive. However, th ere is adequate room in the existing right-of-way for a tr ail when Holly Drive is renovated. Acting Chair Huelman asked if staff sees any need t o connect to 12 th Avenue. Rick advised the future trail along Holly Drive will continue to 12 th Avenue. There is a trail in the Perigrine Pass Development along the eastern side. Pam Taschuk made a motion, seconded by Michael O’Co nnor, to ask for 100% cash dedication for the Land Holding Group Development. The developer should make sure potential homeowners along Holly
Park Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 2 Drive are aware a future trail may be placed within the existing right-of-way. The motion passed. DISCUSSION ON CONCEPT PLAN OF SPIRIT HILLS DEVELOPM ENT: Rick advised the Planning Department recently recei ved a concept plan of the Spirit Hills Development located near A pitz Garage, on the north side of Birch Street. The proposed de velopment is a mix of neighborhood business, townhomes, and single -family homes. The Comprehensive Parks and Trails System Plan indi cates a Class Level II Transportation Trail along Birch Street an d State Highway #49. It is intended that both trails are l ocated within the existing road right-of-way. The Shenandoah Third Addition Development is locate d directly east of the Spirit Hills Development. The City has secured a trail corridor at the north end of Hokah Drive to c onnect to the future Regional Park Reserve Trail System. Since t he existing Sioux Lane is proposed to continue to the west, thi s should provide adequate access for residents in the spirit Hills Development to access the Regional Park Reserve Tra il System. The purpose of this discussion item is to get input from the Park Board regarding potential parks and trail connectio ns prior to the plans being finalized. Rick indicated that at this point, he does not foresee any need for trails in the Spirit Hills Development. Acting Chair Huelman asked if staff is familiar wit h the County path plan. Rick advised the intent is to continue on the north side of Birch Street to Hodgson Road. Everything t o the north and west of this development is the regional park a rea. Mr. Huelman asked about the possibility of a trail connection within the regional park area. Rick advised that a trail connection would be very difficult due to wetland i ssues. Pat questioned where the neighborhood park would be for residents within this development. Rick advised Rice Lake El ementary School and Shenandoah Park are the closest park are as. Acting Chair Huelman inquired about the location of the commercial development. Rick advised the commercia l development is right along Birch Street. The first phase of th e plan calls for residential only. Rick noted the City currentl y owns the corner lot. DISCUSS AND APPROVE 2001 PARK BOARD GOALS:
Park Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 3 Rick advised that after extensive discussion at the January Goal Setting meeting, the following goals were establish ed for the Park Board’s 2001 goals: • Trail connection – Pheasant Hills trail to Regional Park Reserve $50,000 • Trail connection – Trapper’s Crossing to Birch Park $40,000 • Marshan Park Development – grading, irrigation, Seeding, landscaping $15,000 • Trail Renovation $10,000 • Behm’s Park Development – grading, irrigation, Seeding, landscaping of 50’ trail corridor and SW corner of Mustang Lane and Palomino Lane $ 7,00 0 Assuming the above items remain unchanged, Rick ind icated he included an updated summary of designated Park Dedi cation Funds. Listed below are projects that were discussed shoul d additional funding become available. Begin development of Quail Ridge Park Up to $200,000 Begin development of Clearwater Creek Park Up to $300,000 Pave trails in Behm’s Development $ 25,000 Install playground equipment at LaMotte Park $ 3 0,000 ½ court basketball courts throughout park system $ 40,000 Pheasant Hills trail connection to neighborhood par k $ 40,000 Trail segment through Outlot F to Sunset Oaks Park $ 20,000 The below listed items were released from last year ’s designated funds: • Wheels Project - $10,000 • Trail Renovation Throughout Trails System - $9,200 • Pave Trails in Behm’s Development - $35,000 • City Hall Park – West Improvements - $2,667 • Parks and Trail Improvements - $27,444 Rick advised the Park Board should make a motion to approve the 2001 Park Board goals. The 2001 Goals will be disc ussed with the City Council at the Wednesday, February 21, City Co uncil work session.
Park Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 4 Acting Chair Huelman stated the goals do a nice job of covering the specific goals and keeping track of other thing s the Park Board would like to accomplish if funds become avai lable. Bill asked if Country Lakes has been dropped from a ll future discussions. He stated that he believed park bench es for Country Lakes was to be placed on the proposed list. Rick advised the list can be modified to add Country Lakes. Bill indicated Country Lakes should be discussed ag ain during next year’s goal setting meeting. Bill Kusterman made a motion, seconded by Pam Tasch uk, to approve the 2001 Park Board Goals as outlined. The motion passed. REVIEW AFTER HOURS SHELTER RENTAL REQUEST FORM: Rick advised the Lino Lakes Parks & Recreation Depa rtment attempts to make available the four warming house s helters for parties, neighborhood groups or other special event s after posted shelter hours. Rick referred to a copy of the appl ication and policies relating to renting a warming house shelte r. Pam inquired about the time the shelters currently close. Rick advised the time varies from 7:00 – 9:00pm dependin g on the location. The shelter can be kept open longer for a fee to cover the cost of a supervisor. Bill asked if the City can keep the shelters open p ast 10:00pm. Rick advised the City’s park ordinance states all p ublic parks are closed at 10:00pm. Because of the park ordinan ce, a supervisor or city employee is needed at the shelte r if it is kept open. Acting Chair Huelman asked if it is conceivable for a group to have the shelter before closing time. Rick advised a group may rent the shelter before the stated closing time. Michael asked what time the shelters open. Rick ad vised the shelters open at 11:00am or 12:00pm on weekends, an d depending on specific location, 4:00pm on weekdays. RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick referred to the Program Highlights Flyer from January 2001. He noted an estimated 250+ people attended this yea r’s Snow Day event that was held on Saturday, January 27, 2001 a t Wargo Nature Center. Rick advised the ski trips went well this season. The first trip on December 28 was canceled due to low registration . However, the numbers increased dramatically for the last two trips of the season.
Park Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 5 Rick noted the warminghouses are seeing an increase in attendance due to the near normal weather conditions this year . Rick added that staff is currently working on the Spring Activ ities Guide that will be in resident’s homes the last week in F ebruary. PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Super visor, which summarizes the maintenance highlights for January 2 001. Rick stated maintenance activities during January includ ed daily rink maintenance at ten skating rinks. Other activities have included assisting the Public Works Department with the snow plowing of streets and parking lots and trail plowing and trai l widening. Rick noted approximately 175 Christmas trees have b een chipped at Sunrise and Birch Parks. NEW BUSINESS: None OLD BUSINESS: Outdoor Recreation Grant Update – Rick advised on January 17, 2001, the City Council authorized staff to submit a $125,000 Outdoor Recreation Grant Application for the develo pment of Clearwater Creek Park. On January 18, a letter was sent to interested residents regarding the Outdoor Recreati on Grant development. Last week Michael O'Connor developed a brochure and hand delivered it to all residents in the Clearwate r Creek Development. Rick referred to a copy of the brochu re. Mr. O’Connor will be gathering petitions this weekend t o indicate support for the proposed Outdoor Recreation Grant A pplication. A public hearing will be held at the Monday, Februa ry 12, 2001, City Council meeting at 6:30pm. Residents will be given the opportunity to comment on the proposed Outdoor Recr eation Grant application. The deadline for submittal is March 3 1, 2001. Funding announcements are expected in the summer or fall. Bill asked how the City Council felt about the gran t. Rick advised the difficult part of the grant is the matc hing dollars. However, the City Council was receptive. Acting Chair Huelman asked if the City Council has determined a funding source for the grant. Rick advised the Cit y Council has committed to the grant but a funding source has not yet been determined. He noted some items included in the pa rk amenities are not eligible for the grant. Acting Chair Huelman asked if there are other ways the Park Board can show their support for the grant. Rick advised a resolution
Park Board Meeting – February 5, 2001 Minutes 6 will be presented at the next Park Board meeting in dicating support for the grant application. Updated Parks and Trails Map – A copy of the updated Parks and Trails Map was distributed to Park Board members. Rick noted there will be a few more updates and a final copy w ill be run off for residents within the next month or so. Acting Chair Huelman asked when the trail paving pr oject will begin. Rick advised the major trail segments are l arge enough that the project will not be done with the street p aving. Staff is in the process of preparing the plans and specif ications for the projects. Mr. Huelman asked if the Birch Park trail is in lin e. Rick advised staff is having a difficult time getting co operation from the property owner’s attorney to set up a closing d ate on the property. When the property is acquired, the proje ct will proceed. The engineering is already in place. SCHEDULE NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING: The next Park Board meeting will be held on Monday, March 5, 2001, 6:30pm, at Lino Lakes City Hall. ADJOURN: Pam Taschuk made a motion to adjourn, seconded by B ill Kusterman. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00pm. Respectfully Submitted, Kim Points Recording Secretary