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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-27-2004 Park Board MinutesPark Board Meeting – October 27, 2004 Minutes 1 The October 27, 2004 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m., by Acting Chair Lindy . Roll call was taken, members present were Pam Tasch uk, Katie Boyle, Aaron Frederickson, Pat Huelman and George L indy. Members absent were Paul Montain and Bill Kusterman. Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Di rector. REVIEW FOX DEN ACRES CONSERVATION DEVELOPMENT WITH ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD: Staff advised the Park Board reviewed the Prelimina ry Plat of Fox Den Acres at the May Park Board Meeting. He referr ed to a copy of the minutes from that meeting that was included in the packets. Since that time City Staff and the develo per have been working with Jeff Schoenbauer to consider a conserv ation development approach. Mr. Schoenbauer is present t his evening to discuss the Fox Den Development with the Park Board and Environmental Board. Mr. Jeff Schoenbauer thanked Mr. Mike Black, Develo per of Fox Den Acres, for working with the City on the project. H e noted the City would have to change its way of thinking in or der to pursue conservation development. He stressed that staff i s trying to present a development that aligns with the communit y’s vision and goals. The City Boards have to understand the proj ect is a package and every aspect is linked together. Mr. Schoenbauer reviewed a working example of green ways, trails and stewardship within the plan as well as the Fox Den conventional proposal. The conservation plan inclu des approximately 28 acres of open space that would be controlled and maintained. He reviewed the goals achieved within the plan along with the proposed commitments to the developer. He noted the most important commitment to the developer is appro val to deviate from the City’s current Growth Management Plan. The Environmental Board approved the Fox Den Acres development with the addition of the previously noted recommend ations. Mr. Shoenbauer advised the plan is linked to the gr owth control issue. He recommended the City keep its Growth Man agement Plan in tact for conventional development. He also reco mmended the City allow for flexibility within the Growth Manage ment Plan in terms of conservation development. The Park Board excused itself from the presentation at 7:38 p.m. Rick advised the only park credit that would be giv en to the developer is for the trail construction. Park Board Meeting – October 27, 2004 Minutes 2 Aaron stated the City lacks long destination trails and the development is a good starting point for the City. It was the consensus of the Park Board to support t he Fox Den Acres Conservation development as well as the conse rvation development approach as a whole. Aaron Frederickson made a motion of support, second ed by Pam Taschuk, for the Fox Den Acres Conservation Develop ment as presented to the Environmental Board. APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM OCTOBER 4, 2004: Aaron noted “Frederickson” is spelled incorrectly i n the second paragraph on the first page of the minutes. Pam Taschuk made a motion, seconded by Katie Boyle, to approve the October 4, 2004 minutes as amended. The minute s were approved. SETTING THE AGENDA: There were no changes to the agenda. OPEN MIKE: No one was present for open mike. REVIEW PARK DEDICATION STUDY: Rick advised a study was undertaken last month to a nalyze the current park dedication fee structure. That inform ation was distributed to the City Council for review and comm ent. Included in the packets was a copy of the study as well as a n accompanying memo that was distributed to all Council Members. It is anticipated that the City Council will formally dis cuss updating the Park Dedication Fee Ordinance next month. Rick asked Park Board members to review the study a nd contact him regarding any proposed changes. REVIEW 2004 GOALS: Rick provided the following update related to each of the 2004 goals: Connect Existing Trail Along North Side of Birch St reet – Black Duck Drive to Pheasant Hills Drive Staff has sent a letter to the Anoka County Highway Department requesting their comments related to this trail pro ject. Since the proposed trail segment would not adhere to the County’s new standards of a 22’ buffer zone from a rural roadway to an off-road trail, staff hopes that Anoka County will be w illing to work with the City to complete this critical project. I ncluded in the Park Board Meeting – October 27, 2004 Minutes 3 packets was a copy of the letter that was sent to t he Anoka County Highway Department. Construct Trails at Birch Street/Hodgson Road Inter section These trails were completed during the week of Octo ber 18. Holly Drive Pole Relocation for New Trail This will occur during the reconstruction of Holly Drive. Pave Birch Park Trail – Boardwalk to Parking Lot This trail was completed during the week of October 11. Extend Glenview Trail to Sunrise Park Parking Lot This trail was completed during the week of October 11. Survey Arena Acres Residents Regarding Existing Ten nis Courts Staff anticipates sending surveys to residents some time next month. DETERMINE 2005 PARK BOARD MEETING DATES: Rick advised staff is recommending the following 20 05 Park Board meeting dates. He noted the September meeting will be the annual park tour and BBQ. Pam Taschuk made a motion to ap prove the 2005 Park Board meeting dates. Seconded by Katie Boyle and approved. Tuesday, January 4, 2005 Tuesday, July 5, 2005 Monday, February 7, 2005 Monday, August 1, 2005 Monday, March 7, 2005 Tuesday, September 6, 2005 T our/BBQ Monday, April 4, 2005 Monday, October 3, 2005 Monday, May 2, 2005 Monday, November 7, 2005 Monday, June 6, 2005 Monday, December 5, 2005 RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick referred to the Program Highlights Flyer from October 2004. He noted three out of five trips planned for MEA we re held. The trips included Bowling, Lunch and Como Zoo, Rockin’ Out at Vertical Endeavors and The Ultimate Big Screen Expe rience: IMAX at the Zoo. Rick stated Tackle Football Championships would be held on Thursday, October 28 at Centennial High School and Saturday, October 30 at Centennial Middle School. The end of season Fall Soccer tournament for U10 and U12 Boy’s Girls will be held on Saturday, October 30. Rick noted 140 people are currently registered for this year’s Breakfast with Santa event. There is a maximum of 2 20 participants for this event. Park Board Meeting – October 27, 2004 Minutes 4 Rick added the winter edition of the Recreation Rev iew is scheduled to be in homes the last week of November. PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE: Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Super visor, which summarizes the maintenance highlights for October 2 004. Rick noted the winterization of the irrigation systems h as begun. Staff also assisted the Environmental Coordinator w ith Recycling Day and Oak Wilt control work using a vibratory plo w. Rick added the Highland Meadows Park and Marshan Pa rk Sign projects have been completed. OLD BUSINESS: Rice Lake Estates Park – Rick stated a copy of the letter that was sent to the City of Circle Pines immediately fo llowing the October Park Board meeting was included in the pack ets. Rick advised he did receive a message from Dave Phi pps regarding this issue. Mr. Phipps indicated no official actio n has been taken but they are exploring options. One option i s to discuss the pooling of funds with Lino Lakes to develop Bal dwin Park. Rick stated City staff would no longer be working w ith Circle Pines on the utilities for the development until th is issue has been resolved. Rick added Park Board members should start thinking about 2005 Goals for the January meeting. He noted he would l ike to replace playground equipment and make improvements to the f ield at Birchwood Park. NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING: Chair Lindy advised the next Park Board meeting wou ld be held on December 6, 2004, 6:30 p.m. ADJOURN: Aaron Frederickson made a motion to adjourn, second ed by Pam Taschuk. The meeting was adjourned at 8:40 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Kim Points Recording Secretary These minutes were approved at the January 4, 2005 Park Board Meeting.