HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/03/2004 Park Board PacketLino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
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Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino- Iakes.mn.us
CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING
Monday, May 3, 2004
** *AGENDA * **
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
(The meeting was called to order at 6:30p.m. Members present: George Lindy,
Pam Taschuk, Katie Boyle, Bill Kusterman, Paul Montain and Aaron Frederickson.
Member absent: Pat Huelman. Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director was also
present.)
2. Approval of Minutes from March 31, 2004
(Bill Kusterman made a motion to approve the March 31, 2004 minutes. Seconded
by Aaron Frederickson. Paul Montain and Pam Taschuk abstained.)
3. Setting Agenda
(There were no additions or deletions.)
4. Open Mike
(There was no one present for open mike.)
5. Review Fox Den Acres Preliminary Plat
(Majority of Park Board suggested developer develop parcel B and recommended
100% cash dedication to satisfy park dedication fee.)
6. Recreation Department Update
(Rick reviewed information in the packet.)
7. Parks Department Update
(Rick reviewed information in the packet.)
8. Old Business
a. Discuss Request to Place Memorial Plaque Near Birchwood
Acres Park
(Rick will get more information and put on the June, 2004 Park Board
agenda.)
9. New Business
a. Council Chamber Memo from Director of Administration
(Rick read memo in the member's packet.)
10. Next Park Board Meeting
(The next Park Board Meeting will be June 7, 2004, 6:30pm)
11. Adjourn
(Paul Montain made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Pam Taschuk. The meeting
was adjourned at 7:49p.m.
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Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING
Monday, May 3, 2004
Council Chambers
(Scheduled to be broadcast on Channel 16)
** *AGENDA * **
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
6:30pm
2. Approval of Minutes from March 31, 2004 6:35pm
3. Setting Agenda 6:40pm
4. Open Mike 6:43pm
5. Review Fox Den Acres Preliminary Plat 6:45pm
6. Recreation Department Update 7:OOpm
7. Parks Department Update 7:02pm
8. Old Business 7:04pm
a. Discuss Request to Place Memorial Plaque Near Birchwood
Acres Park
9. New Business
a. Council Chamber Memo from Director of Administration 7:24pm
10. Next Park Board Meeting — June 7, 2004 6:30pm 7:29pm
11. Adjourn 7:30pm
If you are unable to attend the meeting please call Sandie at 651 982 -2442.
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Park Board Meeting - March 31, 2004
Minutes
111 The March 31, 2004 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was
called to order at 6:33pm, by Acting Chair Huelman. It was noted
that the first portion of the meeting is a joint meeting with the
Environmental Board.
Roll call was taken, members present were Pat Huelman, Katie
Boyle, Aaron Frederickson, and Bill Kusterman. Members absent
were Pam Taschuk, George Lindy and Paul Montain.
Environmental Board members present were Constance Grundhofer,
Barbara Bar, Barbara Bauman, Rod Kukonen, Teresa O'Connell and
Mary Jo O'Dean.
Also present were Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director,
Environmental Specialist, Marty Asleson, Community Development
Director Grochala and Jeff Shoenbauer, Brauer and Associates.
JOINT MEETING WITH ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD:
Introduction - Mr. Jeff Shoenbauer, Brauer and Associates, stated
he would like to give an overview of the purpose of the
Comprehensive Parks, Recreation Facilities, Open Space /Greenways
and Trail System Plan project and what has already been
accomplished. He stated he would like to get comments and
feedback from both Boards. The City would like to develop a
comprehensive parks plan but all Boards need to understand the
goals of the plan and the options available to implement the
plan.
Overview of Common Vision Statements from the 20/20 Vision Plan,
Comprehensive Plan, Handbook for Environmental Planning and
Conservation Development, and the Park and Greenway System Plan -
Mr. Shoenbauer advised all previous plans have been reviewed and
initial work has been done on updating the plan, trail systems,
stewardship plan and action planning.
The common vision within the 20/20 Vision Plan, Comprehensive
Plan, Handbook for Environmental Planning and Conservation
Development, and the Park and Greenway System Plan have been
confirmed. This common vision creates a very strong vision for
the Comprehensive Parks Plan. He reviewed the common vision from
the 20/20 Vision and Comprehensive Plan noting they both
emphasize that development within the City must be economically
viable within the context of ecological protection. He asked if
both Boards agree with the common vision of the two plans.
Rod Kukonen, Environmental Board, stated he sees the common
vision also including some type of contiguous network between the
parks and trails. He stated he would like to see the whole
system be integrated throughout the entire City.
Consideration of Initial Findings, Related to the Park and
Greenway System - Mr. Shoenbauer advised the City still have the
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great opportunity to develop an interconnected latticework of
natural landscapes, greenways, and parks and trails. He noted
the City would in all probability not be able to accomplish all
its goals without working with developers.
Mr. Shoenbauer referred to a map pointing out the Natural
Resource Protected Areas and Natural Resource Conservation Areas.
He noted the Natural Resource Protected Areas generally have some
level of protection under current regulatory policies and
ordinances. However, the City should not automatically assume
those areas are protected. Work will have to be done by the City
to ensure those areas are protected.
Mr. Shoenbauer advised the Park System Plan is being updated,
with the City being reasonably situated for servicing future
needs. All exiting parks are also identified on the preliminary
Park System Plan.
Consideration of Initial Findings, Related to the Trail System
Plan - Mr. Shoenbauer advised the emphasis would be placed on the
recreational "value" and continuity in terms of the Trail System
Plan. Types of trails include high recreational value along with
destination type trails.
Consideration of Natural Resources Stewardship Planning Issues -
Mr. Shoenbauer advised stewardship refers to the thoughtful care
of the City's natural resources to preserve and protect their
intrinsic values.
Consideration of Implementation Challenges and Possible
Approaches - Mr. Shoenbauer public cost is a challenge in
regarding to implementing the City's vision. The City has
already been challenged in developing the park and trail system
to its optimum level. Leveraging to achieve its goals, such as
working with developers is one way to implement these goals as
well as managing development patterns.
Mr. Kukonen inquired about the best way to manage easements. Mr.
Shoenbauer advised in the City of Minnetonka, there has been a
legal agreement between the City and developer outlining the
Homeowners Association's responsibility for the easements.
Community Development Director Grochala stated that if the City
has well defined goals, and could develop a partnership,
developers will be much more willing to work with the City to
achieve its vision within developments.
Pat Huelman, Park Board, stated he believes the City needs a very
defined process within the implementation plan for developers to
follow.
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Mr. Shoenbauer advised that if the City does not have the
commitment to implement the plan, there is no benefit to the
plan.
Ms. Barb Bauman, Environmental Board, asked if there is a ranking
system within the plan in regarding to valuable environmental
areas. Mr. Shoenbauer advised there is somewhat of a ranking
system. The plan looks at all areas and opportunities within the
City, not such the valuable environmental areas. He encouraged
the City to take that same approach. He also recommended the
City try to keep the athletic complex land for development of a
complex at some point in the future.
Mr. Shoenbauer advised the next step in the process is to get
some public participation. Participation by the public can
include open houses, individual meetings and surveys. He
indicated he would also talk to staff about strategies to develop
in terms of including other entities within the plan.
Mr. Huelman suggested the open houses include a focus on certain
areas of the City along with certain aspects of the plan, such as
park development or trail development.
Ms. Mary Jo O'Dean, Environmental Board, suggested the Homeowners
. Association's within the City also be involved in the public
input process. Mr. Shoenbauer indicated the Homeowners
Association's within the City could be contacted along with
landowner's that may be developing their land soon.
Community Development Director Grochala suggested developers
within the community as well as outside of the community also be
included in the public input process.
Mr. Shoenbauer advised he would develop a strategy plan from this
meeting and send e -mails to all Board Member's. He reviewed the
schedule for the plan noting it is anticipated that the City
Council will adopt the plan in mid July.
A brief recess was called at 7:57 for each Board to disperse and
reconvene their meetings individually.
Acting Chair Huelman reconvened the Park Board meeting at 8:03
p.m.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM MARCH 1, 2004:
Bill Kusterman made a motion, seconded by Katie Boyle, to approve
the March 1, 2004 minutes. The minutes were approved.
• SETTING AGENDA:
There were no changes to the agenda.
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• OPEN MIKE:
Mr. Rick Carlson, Developer of West Shadow Ponds, asked the Park
Board to consider a proposal from him within the West Shadow
Ponds park area. He indicated a property owner has requested a
plaque, in memory of his parents, be placed at a trailhead within
the park area. He noted the plaque would be granite stone,
approximately two feet high and would not be paid for by the
City.
Rick advised one of the issues with that request would be whether
or not the property owners in the area would mind if there is a
memorial there. He stated he would look into the request and
contact Mr. Carlson.
Acting Chair Huelman suggested the memorial be placed further
back on the trail away from the property owners.
RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick referred to the Program Highlights Flyer from March 2004. He
noted two of the five scheduled field trips would be held over
spring break - Grand Slam and Bowling at Flaherty's. The T -Ball
sessions are filling up fast. If history repeats itself, these
classes would be filled before the summer brochure is mailed out
to homes.
The Recreation Department is excited about entering into a
consortium for a youth lacrosse league. The other members of
this league are Blaine and Andover. Registration is currently
being accepted for this league.
Rick added the Recreation Department is actively and aggressively
pursing employees to fill the spring and summer employment
opportunities. It is anticipated that all positions would be
filled by mid to late April.
PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor, which
summarizes the maintenance highlights March 2004. Rick noted
maintenance activities have included removing a fishing dock at
County Lakes Park. The dock was damaged due to ice heaving. The
Parks Department will attempt to repair and reinstall this
spring.
Rick noted all plant materials for spring planting have been
ordered as the Parks Department is beginning to gear up for
another spring. Rick added he met with an Eagle Scout in regard
to the installation of a park sign at Marshan Park possibly in
June.
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• OLD BUSINESS:
Field Use Analysis from Centennial Soccer Club - Rick referred to
an informational packet related to the Centennial Soccer Club's
response dated March 16, 2004. Rick stated that after reviewing
the packet of information, current allocation of the fields for
the Centennial Soccer Club should be discussed. Specifically it
appears that the City of Lino Lakes is providing 100% of the
fields for the U -6 and U -8 soccer teams, while only 58% of Lino
Lakes' kids comprise these age levels. This issue will be
discussed at a Park Board meeting in the fall. It is anticipated
that the City will have to meet with the Centennial Soccer Club
after that discussion.
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Aaron requested more information on the other communities that
the participants are coming from. Rick indicated he would
include that information when the Park Board discusses this
issue.
2004 Park Board Goals Update- Rick advised the City Council
approved the 2004 Park Board Goals, as presented, at the March
22, 2004 City Council meeting. Staff is developing plans to
address all of the approved goals.
Acting Chair Huelman asked if staff has approached the County yet
in regard to the trail extension along the north side of Birch
Street. Rick advised he wanted to meet with the County after the
City Council approved the Park Board Goals.
NEW BUSINESS:
There was no new business.
NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING:
Rick advised the next Park Board meeting would be held on May 3,
2004, 6:30 p.m.
ADJOURN:
Aaron Frederickson made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Bill
Kusterman. The meeting was adjourned at 8:43 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kim Points
Recording Secretary
• These minutes were approved at the May 3, 2004 Park Board
Meeting.
Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
April 28, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review Preliminary Plat of Fox Den Acres
Fox Den Acres is a 50 -acre development consisting of 64 residential lots. The property is
located south of Birch Street and east of Deerwood Lane. The development would be accessed
through the extension of Fox Road.
To satisfy the Park Dedication requirements the current proposal is to provide 6.79 acres (4.97
acres upland, 1.82 acres wetland) of parkland in the northeast corner of the development. The
proposed park area has several large wetland areas and a retention pond. The current proposal
consists of dedicating the 6.79 acres for parkland and paving a looped trail within the park area.
This park area is wooded and would provide a natural environment for the trail. Estimated cost
to install the trail is $25,000.
When looking at the existing Park Dedication Ordinance the required cash dedication for Fox
Den Acres is 64 units x $1,665 = $106,560. From a land dedication perspective, the required
dedication would amount to 3.82 acres (50 acres - 11.8 wetland acres = 38.2 upland acres).
Assuming the parkland of 4.97 acres upland x $38,000 = $188,860. Trail construction would be
$25,000 for a total of $213,860. Total land and trail would be $213,860.
The parkland would solely be used for a trail loop, not any formal or active play area. Even
though providing a trail experience is beneficial for area residents, I don't feel 100% of the land
value dedication should be credited. Perhaps an additional cash contribution could be acquired
from the Fox Den Acres Development to further develop Birchwood Acres Park (half court
basketball court?).
Mr. Michael Black from Royal Oaks Realty, Inc. will be present at the May 3 Park Board
meeting to discuss this development.
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- Total Plot area = 50 Acres
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Youth Instructional: Our spring session programs are underway. Registration was strong for many programs -
particularly Soccer Mini Camp and Tuesday evening Preschool Dance. Classes will in late May /early June.
Kids Garage Sale: Our first Kids Garage Sale was held on Saturday, April 17 at Lino Lakes City Hall. The event, a
cooperative program with the Centennial Community Services Department, was designed so that kids could have an
opportunity to sell their used toys, games, etc. while at the same time learn how a garage sale works. Twenty -four
youth reserved sale tables. The event had some traffic, but not a large amount. We will research ideas over the next
year of how to draw bigger crowds.
Field Trips: Two trips were scheduled in April, but both were cancelled due to lack of registrations. There are no more
trips scheduled until summer. We are looking into the idea of offering before /after trip care to help increases numbers.
Summer Playground Program: This program is very popular this summer. Birch Park (morning session and afternoon
session), as well as Clearwater Creek Park have reached their maximums. We would love to be able to offer another
site in the Birch Park area, but the nearby parks are not large enough or suitable enough to accommodate the program.
T -Ball: Once again, this program has proven to be quite popular - several classes are filled. Additional sessions will only
be offered if there are fields available. Three year -Old Start Smart T -Ball is full and a waiting list has been started.
•rosse Leagues: The department, along with neighboring communities such as Blaine and Andover, are attempting
to put together a youth lacrosse league for 5th /6th graders and 7th /8th graders. Representatives from each community
met during the year to develop this league. We anticipate having two teams in each group from each community.
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Community Outings: Jumpin Jehoshaphats at Grampa's Garage on April 14 filled. Our next outing, Springtime in New
Ulm, will be held on May 26.
Indoor Soccer: 8 teams are registered in this program. In the past, we have had as many as 18 teams. We've had to
reduce the size of this program due to the youth soccer club's increased need for turf time at the arena.
Softball: The summer program is full. Our league is able to accommodate 46 teams with the fields and schedule
available. Twelve Co -Rec. teams and 36 Men's teams will be participating this summer. We've reduced the number of
teams we can accommodate in this program due to rescheduling Rice Lake #3 for youth baseball.
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Programming Space: It is becoming apparent that we are not able to accommodate all the requested outdoor activities
with the amount of facilities in our inventory. We are doing our best to balance the needs of the
community with the available fields in our inventory.
Recreation Review: Work is underway on our summer edition of the Recreation Review. It is
•dUld to be in homes and on our web page (www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us) the last week of May.
Employment: We are in the process of concluding our summer hiring. We received a number
of applications this year for employment including many from past staff.
Questions? Please call Liz Bursack or Barry Bernstein at 651- 982 -2440.
Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino- lakes.mn.us
April 27, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor
SUBJECT: April 2004 Maintenance Update
Spring has sprung, with the recent rains and the upcoming warming weather we are preparing for
lots of mowing. Maintenance activity during a very busy April has included:
• Ball field Inspections — Inspected and corrected problems prior to season start.
• Daily Field Preparation — The season kicked off on Monday. Daily maintenance includes
dragging, hand raking base and pitching areas, chalking fair /foul lines, dropping off balls
and placing bases.
• Soccer Field Layout — We will be providing 10 game fields and 4 practice fields for the
upcoming season. We do the initial layout and painting. The soccer club takes over
painting after that.
• Repaired and installed fishing dock at Country Lakes Park.
• Over seeded as needed at Clearwater Creek Park (area was damaged by football game in
the fall, before grass was mature).
• Sprayed for Knotweed control on athletic fields, which will be over seeded.
• Irrigation system start up and inspections at Clearwater Creek, Highland Meadows,
Behm's, and Marshan Parks.
• Equipment Maintenance — Prepped mowers, trailers, groomers, weed whips, etc for
upcoming season.
• High Risk Oak Removal — Assisted Forestry with removal of spore producing trees from
city property. (6 trees at Sunrise, 5 trees Jeanne Drive Outlot).
• Prepped Nursery Area — Bare Root trees and shrubs to arrive Thursday, April 29.
• Hired summer seasonal staff.
• Garbage pickup as needed.
• Earth Day set -up and take down.
• Trail inspection and sweeping.
• Playground inspection and repairs.
• Tree spaded three Red Maples under power lines at Lino Park (relocated behind pleasure
rink).
• Installed 20 Bluebird houses at various park locations.
• Prepped and seeded native prairie area in Behm's Development.
• Those are April highlights. May will be a challenge until our seasonal staff arrives.
sw /parkbrd /mike /April 04 Update.doc
Lino Lakes Parks and Recreation Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
April 28, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Discuss Request to Place Memorial Plaque Near Birchwood Acres Park
Under Open Mike at the March 31, 2004 Park Board Meeting Mr. Rick Carlson, Developer of
West Shadow Ponds, asked the Park Board to consider a proposal from him near the future trail
entrance along West Shadow Lake Drive to Birchwood Acres Park. He indicated a property
owner requested a plaque, in memory of his parents, be placed near the trailhead. He noted the
plaque would be granite stone, approximately two feet high and would not be paid for by the
City.
Staff recommends that the Park Board establish a policy on placing memorial plaques in City
parks.
sw /parkbrd /meeting information /Discuss Request to Place Memorial Plaque Near Birchwood Acres Park.doc
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Memorandum
To: Directors, Advisory Board Members & City Council
From: Dan Tesch, Director of Administration
Date: April 2, 2004
Re: Council Chamber
It has been brought to my attention that the council chamber is being left in disarray after
advisory board and city council meetings.
The policy for use of our facility states that the council chamber is intended for official local
government meetings and no food or beverage, with the exception of water, is allowed into the
room. I'm asking you to honor this policy and please tidy up after your meetings. There is a
wastebasket near the door. Please use it to toss your water cups, etc. as you leave.
Thanks for your consideration.
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