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CITY OF LINO LAKES PARK BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, October 27, 2004 6:30p.m. City Council Chambers
***AGENDA***
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Review Fox Den Acres Conservation Development with Environmental Board
3. Approval of Minutes from October 4, 2004
4. Setting Agenda
• 5. Open Mike
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6. Review Park Dedication Study
7. Review 2004 Goals
8. Determine 2005 Park Board Meeting Dates
9. Recreation Department Update
10. Parks Department Update
11. Old Business:
A. Rice Lake Estates Park
12. Next Park Board Meeting — December 6, 2004, 6:30pm
13. Adjourn
If you are unable to attend the meeting please call Sandie at 651 982 -2442.
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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
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October 25, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review Fox Den Acres Conservation Development with Environmental Board
The Park Board reviewed the Preliminary Plat of Fox Den Acres at the May Park Board
Meeting. A copy of the minutes is attached. Since that time City Staff and the developer have
been working with Jeff Schoenbauer to consider a conservation development approach.
I have attached information pertaining to this process. Jeff Schoenbauer will be discussing the
Fox Den Development in greater detail at Wednesday's meeting.
sw /parkbrd /Review Fox Den Acres Conservation Development with Environmental Board.doc
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Park Board Meeting - May 3, 2004
Minutes
• The May 3, 2004 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was called
to order at 6:31pm, by Chair Lindy.
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Roll call was taken, members present were Pam Taschuk, Bill
Kusterman, Katie Boyle, Aaron Frederickson, Paul Montain and
George Lindy. Members absent were Pat Huelman.
Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director.
APPROVAL OF MARCH 31, 2004 MINUTES:
Bill Kusterman made a motion, seconded by Aaron Frederickson, to
approve the March 31, 2004 minutes. The minutes were approved
with Pam Taschuk and Paul Montain abstaining.
SETTING THE AGENDA:
The agenda was passed as presented.
OPEN MIKE:
No one was present for open mike.
REVIEW FOX DEN ACRES PRELIMINARY PLAT:
Rick advised 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 costs 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.
Rick advised 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, 100% of the
land value dedication should not be credited. An additional cash
contribution could be acquired from the Fox Den Acres Development
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Park Board Meeting - May 3, 2004
Minutes
• to further develop Birchwood Acres Park (half court basketball
court ?) .
Rick indicated Mr. Michael Black from Royal Oaks Realty, Inc., is
present to discuss the development and park dedication. The Park
Board needs to make a recommendation to the Planning and Zoning
Board and the City Council regarding park dedication
requirements.
Chair Lindy stated the Park Board has obtained this type of
property for park dedication fees in the past. The corner lot
does look unworkable as far and development and a park area. The
question is the value of that land. The City already has a lot
of unusable parkland.
Rick stated he would not consider the proposed area a park area.
The area would strictly be an avenue for residents to loop while
walking. He indicated that is why he believes a cash dedication
should also be required to satisfy the park dedication fee.
Chair Lindy asked if there would be an internal trail access
within the development. Rick advised there is a single entrance
from the southwest parcel. There would be other connections when
other properties develop to the north.
Mr. Mike Black, Royal Oaks Realty, referred to a drawing of the
property noting it is a 50 -acre site. He also pointed out the
wetland delineation areas. The upper area was designated as
parkland because the neighborhood indicated they want trails. He
referred to the proposed plat noting the park area would provide
a passive trail loop and also provides for future trail expansion
to the northeast. He stated the park dedication was determined
by the land value and the cost to construct the trail. Those
costs are double the amount of park fees if the City were to
obtain cash dedication. He noted the trail loop could be
eliminated from the plan if the Commission requests that.
Chair Lindy inquired about the distance from the proposed trail
to the nearest existing trail. He stated it is not a contiguous
trail loop.
Mr. Black stated the trail would provide for future connections.
The area is heavily wooded and would provide a nice trail
experience. He indicated he does not know how far the trail is
from existing trails.
Chair Lindy stated the Park Board has to decide if there is merit
• to the trail loop. He suggested it might be better to develop
that parcel with homes and develop a trail system within the
development. He inquired about the average lot size.
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Minutes
• Mr. Black stated the lots are approximately 25,000 -sq. ft. with
wetlands. The lots are approximately 15,000 -sq. ft. when the
wetlands are removed.
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Rick referred to the current Parks and Trails Map pointing out
existing trails in the area of the proposed development.
Chair Lindy suggested connecting via trails the development to
existing trails.
Mr. Black stated there is a problem with getting trails along
backyards without affecting the wetlands. Also, the trails would
not go anywhere. He offered the possibility of constructing a
sidewalk to provide an off -road access to the trails.
It was the consensus of the Park Board that there would not be a
significant value to only provide a trail loop within the
development.
Paul stated it would be better to have trails along the roadway
to connect to the existing trails.
Katie stated access to another park area, existing trails and a
sidewalk would be more valuable.
Paul suggested a trail be constructed parallel with Fox Road
along with a cash dedication to satisfy the park dedication fee.
Rick stated he does not see long term how a sidewalk would
provide access. The options include retaining Parcel B along
with a loop trail that would provide future access to other
trails or require a 100% cash dedication.
Mr. Black stated this is an opportunity for the City to provide
future access. That future access should be planned for now.
The Environmental Board was adamant about open space on an upland
area.
Aaron stated he is concerned that the City will miss an
opportunity for a future trail connection to the north and east.
Paul stated he believes a cash dedication would be more
beneficial than marginally useable land.
The majority of the Park Board suggested the developer develop
Parcel B and recommend 100% cash dedication for the park
dedication fee.
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Conservation Development Planning City of Lino Lakes
• Conservation Development Public Value Statement and
General Agreement Parameters
for the
Fox Den Development
(A Royal Oaks Realty, Inc. Development Project)
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Date: October 7, 2004
From: Jeff Schoenbauer, Vice President
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
Planning Consultant to the City of Lino Lakes
To: Michael Grochala, Community Development Director
Jeff Smyser, City Planner
Overview
The following summarizes the key development parameters associated with the Fox Den development proposal. Each of these is
in keeping with the conservation development planning principles that have been discussed in recent months with the
Environmental Board, Park Board, Planning and Zoning Board, and City Council.
Context
Using the conservation development approach for this project is an outgrowth of the recently completed Parks, Natural Open
Space /Greenway and Trail System Plan. As part of that project, Fox Den was identified as private development of significant
importance to achieving the goals of the system plan.
With consent of the Developer, the project serves as a prototype for a collaborative approach to development, with a specific
focus on maximizing public values within the context of an economically viable and marketable development.
Opportunities for Increased Public Values
Under the new Parks, Natural Open Space/Creenway and Trail System Plan, a number of specific public values are being sought
from the Fox Den development. These include:
• Preserving more natural open space (through a conservation easement)
• Reducing the extent of impervious surfaces and size of the development footprint
• Restore /enhance ecological systems on the site as part of the development process
• Protect off -site ecological systems through increased buffering
• Ensure long -term natural resource stewardship through an endowment program sponsored by the Developer
• Provide public park and trail opportunities consistent with the System Plan
• Manage stormwater (flow rates and quality) using natural infiltration approaches
• Preserve the open space aesthetic to which community residences have become accustomed.
• Maintain natural buffer between established and new developments
As defined in this statement and the development package, the collaboration between the City, Developer, and other public
agencies has resulted in a development plan that achieves these public values to a much higher degree than would be achievable
under a conventional development approach.
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
Conservation Development Planning City of Lino Lakes
Developer and Public Agencies Commitment to the Project
All prototype processes require a good faith working relationship between all parties to be successful. In this instance, the
representatives from Royal Oaks Realty, Inc. have participated at the highest collaborative level. This is especially noteworthy in
that their previously submitted plan did meet (or would have with minor modifications) the various requirements of the City and
other regulatory agencies and would likely have been approved. Without their involvement, the proposal now being considered
would not have been possible.
It is also noteworthy that various regulatory agencies have played an active and important role in shaping the development
proposal to be consistent with their and the City's larger goals. This is especially the case with Rice Creek Watershed District,
whose representatives are assisting in key aspects of the natural resources and storm water management planning.
Agreement Parameters
The following establishes the agreement parameters for each key aspect of the development package. A number of exhibits are
also included to illustrate the evolution of the plan. (Each of the headings relate to the previously defined public values.)
Preserving Natural Open Space (Conservation Easement)
The overall development site consists of 50 acres. The final development proposal (Exhibit C) sets aside 28.47 acres, or about
57% of the site, in a conservation easement that will be perpetually preserved as natural open space. Currently, City staff and the
City Attorney are considering if outright ownership of the easement is in the best interest of the City, or if it should be held by
some third party. However that is resolved, the conservation easement would, at the very least, be legally protected through a
Developer's agreement between the Developer and City of Lino Lakes. The proposal also includes approximately 4,400 lineal
feet of trail, which is approximately 0.80 miles. The following graphic illustrates the conservation areas and trail corridor that are
part of the final development proposal.
General Information:
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
Total Acres:
Developed Acres *:
Conservation Area Acres**:
50.0
21.53
28.47
Percent of Property Protected
as a Natural Area: 57%
Total Miles of Public Trail: 0.80
• Refers to land ruder private ownership.
'" Refers to land that is permanently
protected and falls under the stewardship
program.
ExrnsnT C - FINAL PROPOSAL
Fox DEN DEVELOPMENT
Conservation Development Planning City of Lino Lakes
For comparison, the proposal that the Developer already submitted following a conventional approach (Exhibit A) sets aside
10.98 acres for open space, which is 22% of the site. An initial proposal under the conservation development approach (Exhibit
B) resulted in 27.18 acres of open space, which is 54% of the site. The key difference between the two conservation
development proposals is that the cul -de -sac in the southwest corner of Exhibit B has been removed to preserve more high
quality natural areas as shown under Exhibit C. Although one lot has been added under the final proposal (to cover the lost value
of the higher priced cul -de -sac lots that were removed), it still resulted in more open space due to the elimination of the cul -de-
sac itself. The following graphics illustrate the conservation areas and trail corridors that are part of these two development
proposals.
General Information:
Total Lots:
Total Acres:
Developed Acres*:
Conservation Area Acres ":
56
50.0
39.02
10.98
Percent of Property Protected
as a Natural Area: 22%
Total Miles of Public Trail: 0.80
• Refers to land under private ownership.
•• Refers to and that is permanently
protected. Note: There a no stewardship
program under this proposal.
EXHIBIT A - CONVENTIONAL PROPOSAL
Fox Dar DEVELOPMENT
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
Total Lots: 56
Total Acres: 50.0
Developed Acres': 22.82
Conservation Area Acres**: 27.18
Percent of Property Protected
as a Natural Area: 54%
Total Miles of Public Trail: 0.55
• Refers to land under private ownership.
•• Refers to land that is permanently
protected_ Note: There is no stewardship
program under this proposal.
EXHI&r B - INITIAL PROPOSAL
Fox DEN DEVELOPMENT
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Reducing the Extent of Impervious Surfaces and Size of the Development Footprint
To preserve as much natural open space as possible, the development size and scale was reduced to the smallest possible
footprint while still meeting the Developer's marketability and economic requirements. This includes reducing the roadway
widths from 32' to 28' to minimize the extent of hard surfaced areas. The roadway right -of -way is also reduced to 50'
Flexibility on the front yard setback is also proposed to reduce the overall size of lots and increase the size of the conservation
area. Currently, a 30' setback is required. The plan allows this to be reduced to 25', although the Developer will often be at or
near the 30' mark on many lots. The flexibility is provided for instances where it is mutually beneficial to do so and where the
setback does not interfere with parking in driveways.
Restore /Enhance On -Site Ecological Systems
The development proposal includes restoring and enhancing on -site ecological systems in a couple of ways:
• Through the use of natural infiltration systems to manage stormwater (as defined below). This ensures that contaminants
associated with hard surface stormwater runoff are trapped before they reach on and off -site surface and groundwater
systems.
• Through restoration of degraded ecological systems both during development and as part of the long -term stewardship
program (as defined below).
Note that the City staff and Rice Creek Watershed District representatives have taken the lead role in working with the
Developer to prepare a natural resources plan for the site. This approach was used to ensure that natural resource restoration
and management efforts that occur on the site are in sync with long -range City and watershed district practices in this regard.
Protect Off -Site Ecological Systems Through Increased Buffering / Maintain Natural Buffer Between Established and New
Developments
As the previous illustrations define, the extent of buffering proposed under the final conservation development plan (Exhibit C) is
significantly greater than the other plans. From an ecological perspective, the increased size of the buffers on the north, west, and
east sides offer greater protection of high quality off -site ecological systems. From an adjacent property perspective, the buffers
on the west side provide a substantial separation between existing homes and the new ones in this development.
Ensure Long -Term Natural Resource Stewardship
The development proposal includes a stewardship program and fund agreement that will ensure that all lands within the
conservation easement will be perpetually managed and maintained as natural areas. The program will be funded through an
endowment established by the Developer, along with annual fees paid by homeowners. The following outlines estimated*
funding levels over a 20 year time horizon:
Endowment Fund: Initial desired investment *: $100,000 (investment made by the Developer.)
Estimated interest per year *: $4,000 at 4% and $8,000 at 8%
Yearly Homeowner's Assoc. Fees* $5,700 ($100 /year per lot)
Total available each year (approx.) *: $9,700 to $13,700, depending on interest rates.
Value of fund over 20 year horizon: $194,000 to $274,000 **
** Note: Funding levels are estimates and subject to some adjustments as the project is finalized.
* Does not include a built -in reinvestment factor that stipulates reinvesting 10% of the interest earned each year
and 5% of the yearly association fees. Over 20 years, the total value would go up considerably if this
reinvestment was factored in.
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
Additional value: $40,000 budget for initial restoration work in the conservation easement during
development. (The extent of this work will be defined as part of final development package. It will
include work associated with natural infiltration systems, restoring native plant communities to
disturbed areas during construction, and ecological restoration work on select natural areas within the
easement as defined by City staff and Developer as part of development agreement.)
Total value of endowment fund and
related ecological stewardship: $234,000 to $314,000 (over 20 year horizon)
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The stewardship program will also include a general covenant that ensures that all homeowners are accountable for protecting
the conservation easement. Activities within the conservation easement will be strictly limited to natural resource stewardship.
The easements will also have signs placed along its perimeter at each property to control encroachment. The sign locations will
be recorded and periodically checked using GPS technology.
Provide Public Park and Trail Opportunities Consistent with the System Plan
The final conservation development proposal as defined under Exhibit C meets or exceeds the goals established for parks, trails,
and open space in this area. The proposed trail is a significant part of the overall trail corridor through this area of the city,
ultimately linking the development to neighborhood parks and the regional park system. As the previous graphic illustrates, the
total length of public trail under the final development proposal is approximately 0.80 miles.
Manage Stormwater Using Natural Infiltration Approach
Through an unprecedented collaborative effort, the City, Rice Creek Watershed District, and development are working
collaboratively on using natural infiltration techniques to manage stormwater from the development. The basic approach is to
emulate some of the practices used for the City Hall campus, which includes rain gardens and a variety of other systems to
control stormwater flow rates and quality. Importantly, stormwater flows will be managed to avoid any increased flows onto or
through nearby developments to the west.
Preserve the Open Space Aesthetic
By setting aside more land for natural open space than previously envisioned and implementing a long -term stewardship plan
that ensures that this land is cared for, the open space aesthetic qualities to which community residences have become
accustomed will be preserved to a much higher degree than would typically be the case following a conventional approach to
development. A comparison of Exhibits A and C illustrates this point.
Additional Agreement Parameters: Commitments to the Developer
Inherently, realizing the public values associated with the final development proposal affects the economics of the development.
Throughout the process, a good faith effort has been made to balance the interests of the City with those of the Developer. To be
successful for all parties, the project has to be economically viable. It must also be recognized that the proposal is a package deal,
meaning that each aspect of it is intricately related to everything else. Changing one thing inherently affects another.
The agreement parameters defined above, along with the development proposal package, have addressed most aspects of the
physical development plan and establishing funding for the stewardship program. There are, however, a number of additional
agreement parameters that are very important to the development proposal that have not been covered thus far. The following
defines each of these.
Amendment of the City's Growth Management Policy
Under current policy, yearly growth limits preclude the Developer from getting approval to build the entire development in one
year under a single proposal. This significantly affects development costs due to the loss of economies of scale, additional
remobilization costs, longer marketing and build -out period, etc. For the Developer to provide the public values as previously
defined, it will be necessary to give them approval for the entire project in order to make the economics of the project feasible.
This will require an amendment to the growth management policy of the City. Note that without this approval, the development
proposal will become invalid in its current form. This is especially the case with the endowment fund, which, in a large part, is
funded through the economic savings associated with approval for developing the entire project under one proposal. This would
entail a direct economic loss to the City of $194,000 to $274,000 over a twenty year period.
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
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Reduction of Infrastructure Costs
As previously stated, the reduction in roadway widths (from 32' to 28') and the use of natural infiltration systems are motivated
by trying to preserve more open space and reduce ecological impacts due to runoff from hard surfaces. On the Developer's side,
this also results in less development costs. As part of the agreement, much of these savings have been relocated to fund the
endowment fund and other public values. As with the growth management issue, the economies of the project rely on the City
approving these aspects of the development package.
Park Dedication and Storm Sewer Related Fees
As with all developments, park dedication and storm sewer - related fees apply to the development. In this case, the total charge
for park dedication is approximately $94,000. For storm sewer, the charge is approximately $125,000. As part of the
development proposal, City staff is recommending that the development costs for the new trail be credited against park
dedication fees. This amounts to approximately $62,000.
With respect to the storm sewer fees, City staff is recommending a credit of $58,000 due to the additional costs associated with
using a natural infiltration approach to storm water management. This approach is also expected to reduce the City's long -term
maintenance cost since their will be fewer storm sewers to maintain, thus providing additional justification for providing a credit
to the Developer.
As with the other items listed above, the economies of the project rely on the City approving the fee credits as part of the
development package.
Gaining Unified Consensus
One of the goals of the collaboration is to gain strong consensus and approval from all of the boards and agencies that review
and approve development projects. Every attempt was made to understand and address the best interests of the following public
entities:
• Environmental Board
• Park Board
• Planning and Zoning Board
• City Council
• TEP Committee
• Rice Creek Watershed District
It is the belief of all participants that the development package as proposed achieves the highest expectations for the project and
will result in superior development to which both the Developer and citizens of Lino Lakes can take pride.
Sincerely,
Jeff Schoenbauer
Brauer & Associates, Ltd.
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Park Board Meeting - October 4, 2004
Minutes
The October 4, 2004 City of Lino Lakes Park Board meeting was
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called to order at 6:30pm, by Acting Chair Taschuk.
Roll call was taken, members present were Pam Taschuk, Katie
Boyle, Bill Kusterman, and Paul Montain. Members absent were Pat
Huelman, Aaron Frederickson, and George Lindy.
Also present was Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM JUNE 7, 2004:
Bill Kusterman made a motion, seconded by Katie Boyle, to approve
the June 7, 2004 minutes. The minutes were approved.
SETTING THE AGENDA:
There were no changes to the agenda.
OPEN MIKE:
No one was present for open mike.
DETERMINE SKATING RINK LOCATIONS AND HOURS:
Rick advised staff is recommending the following warming house
shelters and hours of operation as follows:
PARK LOCATION WEEKDAY HOURS WEEKEND HOURS
• Sunrise Park 6918 Sunrise Drive 4 -9pm Saturday 12 -9pm
2 hockey rinks and general skating Sunday 12 -6pm
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Birch Park 6520 Pheasant Run S 4 -9pm Saturday 12 -9pm
1 hockey rink and general skating Sunday 12 -6pm
Staff is also recommending the following ice rink locations that
do not have shelters:
City Hall Park 1189 Main Street
Hockey rink and general skating
Lino Park 7850 Lake Drive
General skating
Rick noted these are the same locations and hours as last year.
Bill asked if there is a set date to start flooding the rinks.
Rick advised the weather would determine when the flooding of the
rinks would begin. The City attempts to have the rinks open
before the Christmas school breaks.
Paul Montain made a motion, seconded by Bill Kusterman, to
approve the recommended shelters and hours of operations. The
motion was approved.
Park Board Meeting - October 4, 2004
Minutes
• RICE LAKE ESTATES PARK UPDATE:
Rick advised on Wednesday, September 22, he was informed that
City of Circle Pines staff removed the playground equipment at
Rice Lake Estates Park. He provided a brief summary of the
history of the situation noting the property was leased by the
City of Lino Lakes from the City of Circle Pines to provide some
leisure amenities for residents in the Rice Lake Estates
Development. When the lease was discussed in 1998, the City of
Circle Pines' future plans for the property was for future
commercial and /or industrial development. In 1999, a trail
connection from the park area to Baldwin Park (Circle Pines Park)
as well as playground equipment and a % court basketball court
were installed.
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On June 29, 2004, staff was informed by Circle Pines staff that
they had recently platted this property consisting of 52 single -
family homes. Unfortunately, the southern boundary of this
subdivision bisects the existing location of the playground
structure. Several options were discussed with Circle Pines
staff agreeing to resolve this matter to Lino Lakes'
satisfaction. Last Wednesday, City staff observed the playground
structure being dismantled. Circle Pines staff was immediately
contacted to express disappointment on how this was handled.
Consequently, the residents of Rice Lake Estates and City staff
were caught off guard with the sudden removal of the equipment.
It was staff's intent to notify residents of the situation,
including a timeline and how the situation would be resolved,
once an action plan from Circle Pines was developed. To date,
the City still has not received any communication /correspondence
from Circle Pines pertaining to how this matter is going to be
resolved.
Rick advised City staff has received several telephone calls from
area residents wondering what happened to the playground
equipment. Some residents have also contacted the Quad and Star
Tribune. Rick suggested a formal position statement from the
Park Board may help expedite a workable solution to this
situation.
Rick noted the Circle Pines Park Board meeting is scheduled
tomorrow evening. This issue is on their agenda for discussion.
Paul clarified that what would happen if the property was sold
was not addressed in the lease. He inquired about the City of
Lino Lakes getting the park equipment back. Rick advised Circle
Pines City staff believes the equipment could be moved and
assembled in another location. Rick stated he believes the posts
are too worn out to relocate. Playground equipment typically
lasts 15 years. There was no type of termination notice in the
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lease. He noted he believes there could be some legal issues.
The basketball court will more than likely be removed also. The
development is a senior type project with no planned park area.
Staff would like the City of Circle Pines to commit to a
resolution that Lino Lakes is comfortable with.
Paul asked if staff believes the City of Lino Lakes will get
billed for the removal of the equipment. Rick stated he did not
think the City would get billed for the removal of the equipment.
He stated staff intends on informing the residents in the area
when a resolution is agreed on.
Bill stated he believes there should be some sort of
reimbursement for the equipment so the City can plan another park
area for residents in that area.
Rick suggested getting a commitment from Circle Pines to upgrade
Baldwin Park for residents in that area to utilize.
It was the consensus of the Park Board that they want to see
funds, at least in the equivalent of the money spent for Rice
Lake Estates Park, spent on additional improvements at Baldwin
Park. Staff should include a dollar amount in the proposal.
Paul Montain made a motion, seconded by Bill Kusterman, to direct
staff to continue to work with Circle Pines to resolve this issue
noting that if the situation is not resolved, the City may pursue
other options. The motion was approved.
Rick noted the Circle Pines Park Board meeting is tomorrow
evening. He stated Park Board Members from Lino Lakes are
welcome to attend.
RECREATION DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick referred to the Program Highlights Flyer from September
2004. He noted a total of 310 participants (grades 2 -8) are in
fall football - a total of 17 teams. A total of 412 participants
(ages 5 -12) are in fall soccer this year - equaling 45 total
teams.
Rick added the 7th Annual Family Turkey Shoot is scheduled for
Saturday, November 13, 2004 from 10 a.m. - Noon at Centennial
Middle School. Staff is currently look for volunteers to help
with this event.
PARKS DEPARTMENT UPDATE:
Rick reviewed a memo from Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor, which
summarizes the maintenance highlights for September 2004. Rick
noted the seasonal staff has left and gone back to school. The
turf is growing like crazy and we are trying to cut twice weekly.
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Rick added the development of Clearwater Creek Park is
"officially" complete. The park sign was installed, and all
trees and shrub beds were sod cut and mulched. A Girl Scout
troop helped with the entrance sign project at Highland Meadows
Park. The project consisted of site preparation, installation of
block, importing additional soil to bed, planting native grasses
and wildflowers, and installation of cap block.
NEXT PARK BOARD MEETING:
Acting Chair Taschuk advised the next Park Board meeting would be
held on November 1, 2004, 6:30 p.m.
ADJOURN:
Paul Montain made a motion to adjourn, seconded by Katie Boyle.
The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kim Points
Recording Secretary
On Page 1, Paragraph 2 Aaron Frederickson's name was spelled
incorrectly. These minutes were approved at the October 27, 2004
meeting with that correction made.
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
October 20, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review Park Dedication Study
Last month, a study was undertaken to analyze our current park dedication fee structure. This
information was distributed to the City Council for review and comment. I have included a copy
of the study as well as accompanying memo that was distributed to all City Council Members. It
is anticipated that the City Council will formally discuss updating the Park Dedication Fee
Ordinance next month.
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Arena Acres Park
25% Existing Development
75% Future Development
3.0
1 acre land
Playground
Basketball
Tennis Courts (2)
Sub Total
$50,000
$30,000
$10,000
$45,000
2 acres land
General Development
Sub Total
$100,000
$150,000
25%
$62,500
75%
$187,500
$385,000
5135,000
$250,000
Behm's Park
6.1
100% Existing Development
6.1 acres land
$305,000
Overall Development
$150,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Sub Total
$455,000
Sub Total
$25,000
100%
$25,000
$480,000
Birch Park
5.5
100% Existing Development
5.5 acres land
$154,000
Playground
$30,000
1/2 Basketball Court
$10,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Ballfields
$11,500
Hockey Rink
$20,000
Warming House
$70,000
Boardwalk
$105,000
Sub Total
$415,500
Sub Total
$10,000
100%
$10,000
$425,500
Birchwood Acres Park
50% Existing Development
18.4 acres land
$300,000
Clearing, Grading
$75,000
50% Future Development
Playground
$25,000
Seeding /Landscaping
$40,000
Ballfields
$11,500
Internal Trails /Boardwalk
$50,000
1/2 Basketball Court
$10,000
Volleyball, Horseshoes
$4,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Off Street Parking
$15,000
Sub Total
$336,500
Sub Total
$219,000
50%
$109,500
50%
$109,500
$555,500
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Brandywood Park
50% Existing Development
50% Future Development
8.0
3.5 acres land
Playground
Looped Trail
Sub Total
$175,000
$30,000
$20,000
4.5 acres land
1/2 Basketball Court
General Development
Sub Total
$225,000
$10,000
$175,000
50%
$205,000
50%
$205,000
$635,000
$225,000
$410,000
City Hall Park
24.0
50% Existing Development
24.0 acres land
$672,000
50% Future Development
Playground
$25,000
General Development
$300,000
Ballfields (2)
$23,000
Warming House
$70,000
Hockey Rink
$26,000
Sub Total
$816,000
Sub Total
$300,000
50%
$150,000
50%
$150,000
$1,116,000
Clearwater Creek Park
5.5
100% Existing Development
5.5 acres land
$275,000
Overall Development
$300,000
Sub Total
$575,000
Sub Total
7'
100%
$575,000
Country Lakes Park
22.0
100% Existing Development
22 acres land
$1,100,000
General Development
$300,000
Sub Total
$1,100,000
Sub Total
$300,000
100%
$300,000
$1,400,000
Highland Meadows Park
4.0
100% Existing Development
4.0 acres land
$200,000
Overall Development
$275,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Sub Total
$475,000
Sub Total
$25,000
100%
$25,000
$500,000
Lamotte Park
1.0
100% Existing Development
1.0 acres land
$50,000
Playground
$30,000
1/2 Basketball Court
$10,000
Landscaping
$5,000
Sub Total
$50,000
Sub Total
$45,000
100%
$45,000
$95,000
Lino Park
7.5
100% Existing Development
7.5 acres land
$375,000
Playground
$30,000
Park Building
$125,000
Ballfield
$12,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Sub Total
$442,000
Sub Total
$125,000
100%
$125,000
$567,000
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Marshan Park
5.7
100% Existing Development
5.7 acres and
$285,000
Playground
$40,000
1/2 Court Basketball
$10,000
Irrigation
$25,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Park Building
$90,000
Park Enhancements
$50,000
Internal Trails
$15,000
Sub Total
$440,000
Sub Total
$100,000
100%
$100,000
$540,000
Pheasant Hills Park
3.0
100% Existing Development
3.0 acres land
$150,000
Playground
$30,000
Bridge
$35,000
Basketball
$10,000
Overlook Sitting Area
$8,000
Sub Total
$198,000
Sub Total
$35,UU6
100%
$35,000
$233,000
Quail Ridge Park
6.0
75% Future Development
6.0 acres land
$100,000
25% Existing Development
General Development
$225,000
Sub Total
$1 UU,UUl5
Sub Total
$225,000
75%
$168,750
25%
$56,250
$325,000
Rice Lake Estates Park
1.0
100% Existing Development
1.0 acres land
$50,000
Playground
$30,000
Basketball
$10,000
Sub Total
$90,000
Sub Total
$7'
100%
$0
$90,000
Shenandoah Park
8.0
100% Existing Development
8.0 acres land
$400,000
Playground
$30,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
1/2 Basketball Court
$10,000
Sub Total
$430,000
Sub Total
$35,U0(S
100%
$35,000
$465,000
Sunrise Park
20.0
100% Existing Development
20 acres land
$1,000,000
Ballfields (4)
$50,000
Expand Playground
$10,000
Hockey Rink (2)
$52,000
In -line Skating Rink
$25,000
Warming House
$85,000
1/2 Basketball Court
$10,000
Playground
$30,000
Picnic Shelter (2)
$20,000
Parking Lot
$25,000
Sub Total
$1,262,000
Sub Total
$45,000
100%
$45,000
$1,307,000
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Sunset Oaks Park
2.1
100% Existing Development
2.1 acres land
$105,000
1/2 Court Basketball
$10,000
Playground
$25,000
Landscaping
$5,000
Renovate Ballfield
$15,000
Picnic Shelter
$25,000
Grading /Seeding
$20,000
Sub Total
$130,000
Sub Total
$/5,000
100%
$75,000
$205,000
Wenzel Farms Park
1.0
100% Existing Development
1.0 acres land
$50,000
Playground
$20,000
Landscaping
$2,000
Basketball
$7,000
Sub Total
$ / /,000
Sub Total
$2,000
100%
$2,000
$79,000
Wollan's Park
18.0
50% Existing Development
18 acres land
$360,000
General Development
$150,000
50% Future Development
Sub Total
$360,000
Sub Total
$150,000
50%
$75,000
50%
$75,000
$510,000
Woods of Baldwin Lake Park
3.0
75% Existing Development
3.0 acres land
$150,000
25% Future Development
Playground
$20,000
General Development
$40,000
Sub Total
$170,000
Sub Total
$40,000
75%
$30,000
25%
$10,000
$210,000
Neighborhood Park B
6.0
100% Future Development
6 acres land
$300,000
General Development
$250,000
Sub Total
$6
Sub Total
$550,000
100%
$550,000
$550,000
Neighborhood Park C
8.0
100% Future Development
8 acres land
$400,000
General Development
$300,000
Sub Total
$0
Sub Total
$/00,000
100%
$700,000
$700,000
Neighborhood Park E
6.0
100% Future Development
6 acres land
$300,000
General Development
$250,000
Sub Total
75
Sub Total
$550,000
100%
$550,000
$550,000
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Neighborhood Park F
100% Future Development
6.0
Sub Total
6 acres land
General Development
Sub Total
$300,000
$250,000
100%
$550,000
$550,000
$6
$550,000
Neighborhood Park I
8.0
100% Future Development
8 acres land
$400,000
General Development
$300,000
Sub Total
$6
Sub Total
$700,000
100%
$700,000
$700,000
Neighborhood Park L- Behm's Nort-i 5.0
50% Existing Development
5 acres land
$250,000
50% Future Development
General Development
$300,000
Sub Total
$250,000
Sub Total
$300,000
50%
$150,000
50%
$150,000
$550,000
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TOTAL PARKS
SYSTEM
211.8
$8,532,000
$5,766,000
$1,772,750
$3,993,250
$14,298,000
TOTAL TRAILS
SYSTEM
20 miles
$3,000,000
25 miles
$3,750,000
45%
$1,687,500
55%
$2,062,500
$6,750,000
TOTAL PARKS AND
TRAILS SYSTEM
211.8
20 miles
$11,532,000
$9,516,000
$3,460,250
$6,055,750
$21,048,000
August, 2004 Household
Units
Year 2020 Household
Units (Projected)
Difference
5,684
8.600
2,916
Percent of Existing Park
Facilities vs Total
Percent of Existing Trails
vs Total
60%
44%
Percent of Existing Parks
and Trails vs Total
55%
LAND VALUATION 50000
Current Build Out
Remaining Build Out
66%
34%
Percent of Future Park
Facilities vs Total
Percent of Future Trails
vs Total
40%
56%
Percent of Future Parks
and Trails vs Total
45%
r
Development Cost Per
Future Residential Unit
$2,0771
Percent Value Future Park Land vs Total Future
Park Development
Percent Value Future Park Land vs Total Future
Park and Trail Development
Percent Value Future Park Land vs Total
Improvements To Be Made By Future
Development
35%
21%
33%
Lino Lakes Public Services Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino - lakes.mn.us
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September 16, 2004
TO: Mayor Bergeson and City Council Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Updating Park Dedication Fee Ordinance
INTRODUCTION
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide a summary of the process undertaken to analyze
the park dedication fees structure. The City's existing park and trail systems have been
developed based upon the 1992 Comprehensive Park Plan. In August, 2004 the City adopted the
Parks, Natural Open Space \Greenways and Trail System Plan. This document will guide the
future development of parks, open space \greenways and trails well into the future.
ASSUMPTIONS
For purposes of this study, the following assumptions were made:
• This study encompasses parks and trail improvements through 2020 (Growth 1 and 2 Stage
Areas). Park and trail development in growth areas beyond 2020 are not included in this
analysis. Therefore, park areas A, D, G, H, J, and K are not included as well as trails that are
projected to be located outside of Growth 1 and 2 Stage Areas. Land valuation of $50,000 per
acre was used.
• Dollars needed to develop a recreation complex are not included in this analysis. It is
assumed that a large -scale recreation complex would be subject to a referendum, not general
funds or park dedication funds.
• The August, 2004 household number of 5,684 is based upon Metropolitan Council
population estimate of 5,433 as of December 31, 2002. Since 251 building permits have
been issued since January 1, 2003, the August, 2004 total households amounts to 5,634. The
Metropolitan Council forecast for the year 2020 is 8,600 households.
• It is assumed that all open space and greenway corridors will be addressed within each
development and is not part of this study.
• Several park areas that were identified in the 1992 Comprehensive Park Plan have been
reduced in total acreage because acquisition of additional parkland is not practical or
impossible. The park areas reduced are as follows:
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Park Name
Arena Acres Park
Behm's Park
Birch Park
Clearwater Creek Park
Country Lakes Park
Highland Meadows Park
Rice Lake Estates Park
Woods of Baldwin Lake Park
Total Reduction
1992 Plan
8 acres
7 acres
10 acres
10 acres
31 acres
10 acres
2.5 acres
6 acres
2004 Plan Reduction
3 acres 5 acres
6.1 acres .9 acres
5.5 acres 4.5 acres
5.5 acres 4.5 acres
22 acres 9 acres
4 acres 6 acres
1 acre 1.5 acres
3 acres 3 acres
34.4 acres
• To date, approximately 20 miles of trails have been constructed in the City. The Parks,
Natural Open Space \Greenways and Trail System Plan envisions an additional 32 to 43 miles
of new trails at a cost of $4.8 million - $7.0 million. Since many proposed trails are located
outside of the Growth 1 and Growth 2 Stage Areas, only 25 miles of future trails are included
in this study.
PARK DEDICATION ANALYSIS
Staff compiled a summary of existing and planned park facilities and trails which were used to
establish the value of the existing parks \trail system and identify estimated costs to complete the
future parks and trail system.
Part of the park system analysis included a land use review to determine the service areas for the
existing parks and to identify the proportion of existing and future development that will impact
the system. Some of the existing parks are located in areas of the community where future
development will occur and as such, a proportion of the park infrastructure should be borne by
new development. Conversely, in fully developed areas, improvements to existing parks should
be fully borne by current residents within the service area of the specific park facility. The Parks
and Trails System Inventory indicates the percentage of each planned park service area that
existing and future development impact. The cost estimates for future park facility
improvements were divided based upon the proportion of the improvements to be made for by
existing development and the proportion of the improvements to be paid for by future
development.
The Parks and Trails System Inventory identifies each existing park site as well as future park
sites pursuant to the 2004 Parks, Natural Open Space \Greenways and Trail System Plan. The
name of each park including existing and future acres, facilities and values are identified. Trail
values were determined based upon a rate of $150,000 per mile. The existing parks and trails
system (through 2020) is valued at approximately $11,532,000.
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• DETERMINING UNIT COSTS FOR PARK DEDICATION
To complete the system per the 2004 Parks, Natural Open Space \Greenways and Trail System
Plan (through 2020) an additional $9,516,000 of land, facilities, and trails will be needed. The
cost of improvements to be made by future development amounts to $6,055,750. This includes
the need for the City to acquire an additional 40.5 acres of land, park development, and about 25
miles of trails to accommodate its future population. Based upon Metropolitan Council
population forecasts, it is expected that Lino Lakes will have 8,600 households by 2020. Since
August, 2004 data indicates Lino Lakes has 5,684 households, there will be an additional 2,916
households built in Lino Lakes by 2020. Therefore, the park dedication unit cost amounts to
$2,077 ($6,055,750 _ 2,916 households).
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SUMMARY
Case law in Minnesota Statutes provides that dedication requirements can only be applied to
facilities that will be impacted by the specific project. Future park dedication fees cannot be
utilized to improve or maintain existing park and trail systems in fully developed neighborhoods
unless a correlation can be made between the development and park use. The amount of
cash \land dedication required from new development must be proportional to the impact that the
project will generate on the park and trail system.
Therefore, staff is recommending that the park dedication fee be modified to $2,075
per unit. We are also recommending that the Commercial /Industrial Park Dedication remain at
$2,175 per acre.
In addition, staff is considering various methods in which park dedication fees are automatically
adjusted annually based upon an inflationary factor. This would be included in the city's annual
fee schedule and adjusted annually.
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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
October 25, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Review 2004 Goals
The following is an update related to each of the 2004 goals:
Connect Existing Trail Along North Side of Birch Street — 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 project. 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, we hope that Anoka
County will be willing to work with us to complete this critical project. I have attached a copy of
the letter that was sent to the Anoka County Highway Department.
Construct Trails at Birch Street /Hodgson Road Intersection
These trails were completed during the week of October 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 Tennis Courts
Staff anticipates sending surveys to residents sometime next month.
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Lino Lakes Public Services Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
October 21, 2004
Mr. Doug Fischer
Anoka County Highway Department
1440 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW
Andover, MN 55304
Dear Mr. Fischer,
The purpose -of this letter is to obtain Anoka County's comments regarding the
City of Lino Lakes' interest to complete the trail system along the north side of
Birch Street. Specifically, the new trail would be installed from Black Duck Drive
to Sherman Lake Road. I have met with Jon VonDeLinde and Nick Eeloff on
several occasions and they have indicated their full support for this critical trail
segment. The City Council has designated $237,000 to make this project a
reality.
This project has been under consideration for several years and will alleviate the
most critical and visible trail shortcoming in Lino Lakes. The recent development
projects along Birch Street (Stoneybrook, Miller's Crossroads, Spirit Hills) have
increased the urgency to complete the missing trail segment along Birch Street.
This trail project will be a tremendous asset for our residents. For example, this
trail connection will provide more residents pedestrian access to the Regional
Park Reserve's trail system. Residents in the Quail Ridge subdivision will have
the opportunity to enjoy the parks and trails system. From a safety perspective,
this will provide an alternative for pedestrians /bicyclists who regularly utilize the
narrow shoulders along Birch Street.
The distance between Birch Street and the existing trail varies between four and
thirty -five feet. The proposed trail will have the same design and "look" as the
existing trail along Birch Street. It is my understanding that the County's
standard for new road /trail construction is a twenty -two foot buffer along rural
roadways. Since we are attempting to "retrofit" a segment of trail along an
existing roadway, I am hopeful that the Anoka County Highway Department will
allow us to proceed with this project. Our intent is to maximize the distance
between Birch Street and the new trail as much as possible. However, wetland
areas and steep slopes along portions of Birch Street will necessitate the
placement of the trail closer to Birch Street than the County's new standard of
twenty -two feet.
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If Anoka County is comfortable with this proposal, I anticipate preparing the plans
and specifications yet this fall. I will then submit them to you for review and
comment. If everything proceeds smoothly, we hope to begin construction in
Spring, 2005.
Please let me know your thoughts on this important trail project. I can be
reached at 651- 982 -2444. I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Rick DeGardner
Public Services Director
CC: Gordon Heitke, City Administrator
Jon VonDeLinde, Anoka County Parks Department
Nick Eeloff, Anoka County Parks Department
10/21 /2004
RD/Trails /Birch Street — County Approval
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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
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October 20, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM:
Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Adopt Meeting Calendar for 2005
Staff recommends the following 2005 Park Board meeting dates. Please note the September
meeting will be our annual park tour and BBQ:
Tuesday, January 4, 2005
Monday, February 7, 2005
• Monday March 7, 2005
Monday, April 4, 2005
Monday, May 2, 2005
Monday, June 6, 2005
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Tuesday, July 5, 2005
Monday, August 1, 2005
Tuesday, September 6, 2005 — Tour and BBQ
Monday, October 3, 2005
Monday, November 7, 2005
Monday, December 5, 2005
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Program Highlights - October Part: Board Update
Youth
Youth Instructional: Our youth instructional programs are well underway and have been going
smoothly. Registration was down a bit this fall for elementary age programs compared to past
seasons, but it could be result of the ever busier school schedules. Participation in preschool age programs remains
consistently high.
Field Trips: Three out of our five trips planned for MEAwere held. The trips included Bowling, Lunch and Como Zoo on
October 21 (34 participants - grades 1 -5), Rockin' Out at Vertical Endeavors 18 participants - ages 10 -14), and The
Ultimate Big Screen Experience: IMAX at the Zoo (22 participants - ages 10 -14). The addition of trips for middle
school age youth proved to be popular. We hope to continue providing opportunities in the future for this age group.
Zoo Boo: Our now annual Zoo Boo and Pumpkin Night in the Park trip, held on October 23, was very popular this year.
Over 70 adults and children participated in the outing that took them to Como Zoo for the Zoo Boo and to Springbrook
Nature Center in Fridley for Pumpkin Night in the Park.
Football: Tackle Football Championships will be held on Thursday, October 28 at Centennial High School and
Saturday, October 30 at Centennial Middle School. Game times for the Saturday championships will be 9:00 a.m.,
10:45 a.m., and 12:30 p.m. Teams from Lino Lakes, Andover, Fridley, Columbia Heights, and St. Anthony will be vying
for the championship. Tournament winners will receive trophies.
Soccer: The end of the season Fall Soccer tournament for U10 and U12 Boys /Girls will be held on Saturday,
iictober 30. The games will be played at Rice Lake Elementary, Centennial Middle School and Sunrise Park. The
ning teams will receive trophies.
adult
Fitness: Our fitness program participation numbers have slowly been declining. It is possible that our market is
oversaturated with fitness classes - we offer fitness classes, Centennial Community Services offers fitness classes
and there are a couple of new specialty fitness businesses in the area offering classes. We may have to revisit our
current program selection to see how we can increase our numbers without duplicating services.
Fall Softball: Fall Softball completed it's season the week of September 27 with the following teams winning their
respective leagues. Sunday Co -Rec: Millers on Main, Monday Mens: Millers on Main and Millers /Gatekeepers were
Co- Champions, Tuesday Mens: Northern Wholesale, Thursday Mens: Millers on Main
Special events
Family Turkey Shoot: Our 7th Annual Family Turkey Shoot is quickly approaching. We received a good response from
both Centennial High School and Forest Lake High School to our call for volunteers. The Family Turkey Shoot will be
held on Saturday, November 13, 2004 from 10 a.m. - Noon at Centennial Middle School. Please feel free to stop by
and check out what's going on - this is a very fun and lively event! Better yet, bring a child and participate!
Breakfast with Santa: 133 people are currently registered for this year's Breakfast with Santa event - scheduled for
Saturday, December 11 at St. Joseph's Church. This total is pretty average for this time of year. We generally get the
remainder of our registrations (220 max.) after Halloween.
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General Interest
Recreation Review: The winter edition is scheduled to be in homes the last week of November.
Questions? Please call Liz Bursack or Brian Hronski 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
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October 25, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Mike Hoffman, Parks Supervisor
SUBJECT: October Maintenance Update
Projects during the month of October have included the following:
• Weekly mowing — The grass has started to slow its growth but we are still mowing as
needed. Hopefully one more cut will do it for the season.
• Weekly garbage collection as needed.
• Core aeration of athletic fields.
• Irrigation system maintenance and repair.
• Irrigation system winterization — Blowouts completed so far include: Highland Meadows,
Behm's, Birch, Town Center, Fire Station, Marshan, Sandhill well house and Birch Street
well house which have been completed by staff. Centennial Middle School and Rice Lake
Elementary School have also been completed. The school sites are now handled by the
School District and they contract with a private company. Remaining blowouts include
Sunrise, Clearwater Creek Park and well house, and City Hall Park.
• Assisted Environmental Coordinator with Recycling Day and Oak Wilt control work using a
vibratory plow. The Parks Department provided 93 man hours for Oak Wilt control work
this fall.
• Purchased, assembled and placed new soccer goals (Two pairs of 6'6 "x12').
• Trail sweeping.
• Completed Highland Meadows Park sign project (installed sign, mulched bed, and backfilled
around bed).
• Playground inspection and corrections.
• Athletic field maintenance and preparation. Line cut -ins and painting as needed.
• Birch Park Trail — Contractor installed trail from parking lot to gazebo to playground and
boardwalk.
• Sunrise Park Trail — Contractor installed trail from parking lot to existing Glenview Lane
trail to playground and park shelter #1.
• Marshan Park Sign Project — Worked with Eagle Scout candidate on park sign project. Staff
provided site preparation and installed first course of block. Scouts installed remainder of
block and planted shrubs and perennials. Staff mulched bed, installed cap block and installed
park sign.
Those are October highlights, more to come in November.
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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
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October 25, 2004
TO: Park Board Members
FROM: Rick DeGardner, Public Services Director
SUBJECT: Rice Lake Estates Park
Attached is a letter that was sent to the City of Circle Pines immediately following the October
Park Board Meeting. To date, I have not heard anything from the City of Circle Pines related to
this situation. I left a message for Dave Phipps last week, but have not received a response.
Hopefully I will be able to provide additional information at Wednesday's Park Board Meeting.
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Lino Lakes Public Services Department
600 Town Center Parkway
Lino Lakes, MN 55014
(651) 982 -2440 Fax (651) 982 -2439
www.ci.lino-lakes.mn.us
October 5, 2004
Mr. Dave Phipps, Parks Director
City of Circle Pines
200 Civic Heights Circle
Circle Pines, Minnesota 55014
RE: Rice Lake Estates Park
Dear Mr. Phipps:
The Lino Lakes Park Board met last night and the most significant topic of conversation was the
recent developments concerning Rice Lake Estates Park.
After much discussion the Park Board recommended that, "The City of Circle Pines expend
funds for improvements to Baldwin Park including new playground equipment and a full size
basketball court. The cost of the improvements should at least equal the investment that Lino
Lakes had put into Rice Lake Estates Park."
Park Board Members, area residents, and city staff are very disappointed with the way the
destruction of Rice Lake Estates Park has been handled. A commitment from the City of Circle
Pines to install playground equipment and a full size basketball court at Baldwin Park is the best
solution for all parties involved. Not only will this provide leisure opportunities for the residents
in the Rice Lake Estates Development (via paved trail), it will also enhance Baldwin Park for the
existing and future residents of Circle Pines. I assume that the park dedication dollars derived
from the new Pine Hollow Development will more than cover the requested improvements to
Baldwin Park.
It is imperative that the City of Circle Pines provides an acceptable solution to resolve this
situation soon. It's been very difficult for city staff to address the concerns of area residents with
out a specific commitment from the City of Circle Pines.
I understand there has been some discussions to relocate the dismantled playground structure. I
caution you to inspect the playground components (especially the posts), to ensure the end result
is an aesthetically pleasing structure. Since Rice Lake Estates Park was designated as a mini -
park, the playground structure was relatively small in size. If new playground equipment is
installed at Baldwin Park, it would make sense to increase the size of the play structure. A full
size basketball court would also make sense. Incidentally, the City of Lino Lakes spent
approximately $45,000 to develop Rice Lake Estates Park. This excludes the existing trail
connection to Baldwin Park.
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Unfortunately, I have a previous commitment this evening and will not be able to attend the
Circle Pines Park Board Meeting. However, some Park Board Members have indicated that they
may attend this evening's meeting. I look forward to resolving this unfortunate situation very
soon so our residents can be informed what will be happening.
Sincerely,
Rick DeGardner
Public Services Director
RD:sw
CC: Gordon Heitke, City Administrator
Park Board Members
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CITY OF LINO LAKES
NOTICE OF OCTOBER MEETING SCHEDULE FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD AND PARK BOARD
WEDNESDAY,
OCTOBER 27, 2004
6:30 P.M.
Council Chambers
(Not televised)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Lino Lakes Environmental
Board and the Lino Lakes Park Board will meet in joint session for the purpose of
considering the Fox Den Acres plan. This joint meeting will be held on
Wednesday, October 27, 2004 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Lino
Lakes City Hall, 600 Town Center Parkway, Lino Lakes, Minnesota.
Following adjournment of the joint meeting, the Environmental Board will
reconvene and conduct its regularly scheduled meeting in the Council Chambers.
Following adjournment of the joint meeting, the Park Board will reconvene and
conduct its meeting in the Community Room at City Hall. The Park Board will
therefore not meet at its regularly scheduled November 1, 2004 meeting.
These meetings are open to the public.
Please contact the City Clerk's office at (651) 982 -2400 if you have any questions or
need special accommodations.
Ann J. Blair, City Clerk