HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks and Recreation Commission Meeting Packet - October 25, 2007Parks and Recreation and Forestry Commission Meeting Agenda
October 25, 2007
6:30 P.M.
1 Roll Call
2. Approval of minutes from the September 27, 2007 meeting.
3. Public Input - Citizens are encouraged to speak to the Park and Recreation and Forestry Commissioners
on issues of concern.
4. YMCA Update
5. Parks Promotional Video — Vanessa Van Alstine, the City's cable coordinator, will be present to discuss
and finalize the plans for the Parks Promotional Video.
6. Unfinished Business:
a.) Disc Golf Course — Mike Snelson from Fairway Flyerz has redesigned the course layout / plan to
address the issues raised at the September 27th Neighborhood Meeting for the Disc Golf Course. Mike
Snelson has developed two new course designs for consideration by the Commission. The first is a 12-
hole design. The second is a 15-hole design, which is created by simply adding three additional holes to
the 12 hole course design. Mr. Snelson will present these new designs.
The City has received general comments regarding proposed culvert crossings associated with the disc
golf course. Based on these comments, Staff will also be exploring the feasibility of utilizing small foot
bridges at the creek crossings.
b.) Developing a Volunteer Coach of the Year award and naming it after Patrick "Homer" Holmes —
(Tabled from September 27th meeting) The YMCA was to check on other Coach of the Year Awards
and criteria. Staff has submitted criteria for Mounds View Citizen of the year. The Commission made a
motion to direct staff to assemble a plaque recognizing Patrick. Holmes and his dedication to the
Mounds View community by coaching youth through our Park and Recreation/ YMCA programs. Staff
would like the Commission to review and discuss the wording on the plaque and to determine when it
should be presented. Staff is looking for direction as to when it should be presented: either as soon as it
is available, or at the next Town Hall meeting along with other Citizen awards - scheduled for April
2008.
7. New Business:
a.) Woodcrest Park - Staff has received a request from citizens to take action to establish the park as it was
originally conveyed to the neighborhood then the wetland were created - "with open waters to attract
wildlife". A request has been made to muck out the wetlands to make them deeper and less conducive
to cattail growth. It was also requested that the trees that hoarder the wetland be thinned up to allow for
better viewing of the park.
As directed, staff looked into cleaning up the underbrush / trees at the wetland border. The DNR and
Rice Creek Watershed District were contacted. The Commissions were encouraged to walk the park to
better understand the issues.
Staff is looking for direction as to whether selected tree removal is desired by the Commission. If so,
staff is also looking for direction as to what public notification or input is desired. As a minimum, Staff
would recommend that properties within a set distance of the park be notified of the overall tree
removal plan and its purpose.
b.) Comprehensive Plan Update - Review Parks and Recreation component (chapter 5).The City is in the
process of updating the City's Comprehensive Plan. A portion of this plan involves items related to
parks and park facilities. Staff is looking for comments and suggestions for updating / revising these
elements of the Comprehensive Plan
c.) Other New Business?
8. Commissioner/Staff Reports:
a) Oakwood Playground Equipment Replacement Project Update — The equipment has been delivered.
The drainage system and concrete border apron has been installed. The equipment at Oakwood has
been tentatively scheduled to be installed in late October / early November.
b) Hillview Playground Equipment Replacement Project Update — The equipment has been installed.
c) Policy/program for memorials within City Parks. The Commission has developed a written program
establishing criteria and process for residents wishing to commemorate a memorial for former residents.
The criteria for this program will be presented to the City Council on November 5, 2007.
d) Lakeside Lions Park — A meeting date of Tuesday October 30, 2007 has been set to discuss Lakeside
Lions Park items. Commissioner Kroeger is the City's representative for this park. Confirmation should
be made that Commissioner Kroeger can attend this meeting.
e) Park Sign Replacement Program Update — The Commission selected the style and colors for the park
sign on August 23, 2007. Four signs have been ordered. These are for: Silver View, Random, Hillview,
and Groveland parks.
f) Bethlehem Baptist Church Donation Review Committee — Steve Dazenski has a call in to the church to
establish a donation review process. Commissioner Palm and Kroeger along with Parks Supervisor
Dazenski have been selected to serve on this committee by participating in future meetings.
g)
A letter thanking them for the most recent donations will need to be re -signed by Parks and Recreation
Commissioners (needed to change the date on the letter and get all Commissioners to sign).
Pathway around Silver View Pond — Address possible bicycle / pedestrian conflicts. As directed, City
Staff will trim the vegetation to increase sight distances. Some minimal clearing has been completed.
However, most of the clearing will occur latter this year (early winter).
h) Any Other Reports?
9. Request for future agenda items/other business
Possible Items for November 15th Agenda (NOTE: THIS DATE)
Parks and Recreation and Forestry Commission Meeting Minutes
September 27, 2007
1. Call to order: 6:34 PM: Roll Call: Kunz, Kroeger, Palm, Long, Arel, Peterson
Staff Present: Lee, Dazenski
2. Disc Golf Neighborhood Meeting
Mike Snelson from Fairway Flyerz gave an overview of the course layout / plan. The proposed basket was
brought for display. Consideration is being given to using culvert crossings at two of three locations that
cross the creek as opposed to bridge crossings.
Disc Golf Course Schedule and Overall Project Plan —
The Commission may want to consider and discuss an overall plan. Possible items to discuss:
• Start with 9-hole at this time. Identify any issues. Construct an interim parking lot see what the
need is first before committing to construction. If successful, consider additional 9-hole at a
later date
• Tentative Schedule: City Council Work Session in October 1, 2007 (or October 8t) — provide
update to Council, October 8th set Public Hearing date, October 22nd hold Public Hearing /
Order the Project (9-hole course).
a Perform some clearing this fall
• Most construction occurring next spring
• Rest Room Plan: have at least one rest room placed on site
• Trash Can Placement Plan — every third hole (3) — start with temporary mounting system to
ensure they are placed at optimum locations
• Include Information Board: Course layout, information where get maps, reminder that success
of the course depends on being good stewards on this facility...
• What will be the official name of the course if ordered?
Residents #1 & 2: Mr. and Mrs. Olson 2215 Lois Drive: Increased water flow in the creek due to area
construction and development. Adding another culvert would continue with drainage issues such as erosion.
Concerned about vandalism and cost to city with maintenance issues. Portable toilets and garbage cans —
vandalism. The city can't take care of what we have —current trail not kept up with mowing and bridge crossing.
Would like to see it continue as a nature trail. Concerned about wildlife in the trail, vandalism in the woods with
the vandalism that has already occurred street -side in the open. Do we need an Environmental Impact Study?
Ideally discs will be used, but what about those who decide to throw other things and provide a misuse and don't
play by the rules. What about sound of cages impacting residents?
Residents #3 & 4: Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal 2203 Lois Drive: Against: It's a nature trail and not kept up
currently with a muddy path, etc. Concerned about portable toilets and garbage cans —who will clean —will trail
be maintained to accommodate maintenance? How many people play disc golf in our community? Interviewed
people at Silver View and they were not from Mounds View. Concerned about using tax dollars to support
activities for residents outside of Mounds View.
Resident #5: Mr. Holm 2200 Lois Drive: What other options did the Commission consider to develop this
area instead of disc golf? Why disc golf? Was there a need since we already have a disc golf course in the city?
Would the funds suggested for the disc golf be better used to clean up the existing trail to encourage families to
bike or walk the trail?
Residents #6 & 7: Mr. and Mrs. Cache' 2204 Lois Drive: Concerned about the existing pathway. Bumpy
trail and encroaching tree branches. Questions use of tax dollars for construction and maintenance. Questions
about liability for injuries if residents get hurt by disc golf while walking/biking on trail. What if the disc goes in
the backyard and a resident tries to retrieve it and injures themselves —would the resident be liable?
Resident #7: Mr Cossel 8120 Jackson Drive: Concerned about RCWD involvement —(No impact).
Concerned about removing some trees used as a sound barrier. Concerned about removing natural wetland and
replacing with artificial. Concerned about alcohol and tobacco use on course. Referred to a resident who spoke at
the city council meeting that talked with neighbors of existing disc golf courses that did not like it in their
neighborhood. Would the proposed Hwy 10 sound wall be an issue with right of way etc?
Steve Dazenski: No injuries reported at Silver View disc golf. Users are trying to get a low score, and
shouldn't be throwing objects/discs in yards, etc. Disc golfers are self -policing with picking up litter and
requesting more trash cans.
Gree Lee: RCWD would be involved in this process due to culvert issues. Foot bridge and culvert costs
are on the high estimate.
Mike Snelson from Fairway Flyerz, addressed the usage, trail courtesy, alcohol and tobacco use.
Rick Wriskey, City Forester: Not a lot of high -value trees in proposed disc golf and few removals.
Concerned about smaller pine trees being removed for trail, and trees lining fairway would be subject to battering
resulting in significant pruning and and maintenance. Also wood chip trail maintenance washing away. However,
disc golfers in New Brighton that help with trail maintenance and clean-up.
Suggestion by Peterson to perhaps use proposed 10-18 instead of 1-9. Would impact less residential
property. Request Mike Snelson to map out a course using 10-18 or similar so it would lessen the impact on area
residents and traffic parking on Jackson and Sherwood. Perhaps eliminate holes 10, and 15-17 and eliminating a
proposed culvert between 9 & 10.
3. Approval of minutes from the August 23, 2007 meeting. Motion by Kroeger, 2nd by Kunz to approved
minutes. Motion Passed. 6-0.
4. Public Input - Citizens are encouraged to speak to the Park and Recreation and Forestry Commissioners
on issues of concern. NO RESIDENTS PRESENT
5. Forestry Update - Rick Wriskey, City Forester. Difficult summer with drought on oaks and pines that will
show up in 2008. Will also have to deal with insect follow -up —especially the chestnut bore and pine bark
beetle. Hits scotch pines first, followed by white and red/Norway pines. Possibly white and black spruce
could be impacted as well. Oak wilt was cut in half this year with measures taken. City staff did water city
trees in parkland when possible. Gypsy moth —no reports in our area from state and federal officials.
Waiting for the emerald ash bore to arrive in Minnesota —so far, so good.
Black spots on maple trees? Called tar spotting on maple trees that shows up during wetter weather. Not
harmful to the tree.
When can we trim oaks? When the trees are dormant usually October/November. Wait until the tree
"shuts down" before trimming.
6. YMCA Update — There will not be a YMCA representative present at the meeting. The YMCA has
however provided a written update.
Fall soccer up and running
Adult softball has 6 teams
Fall Family Fun Day October 6 at MVCC 11-12:30
Patrick Holmes Benefit spaghetti dinner, etc. October 4th at MVCC from 4-9 pm.
7. Unfinished Business:
a.) Developing a Volunteer Coach of the Year award and naming it after Patrick "Homer" Holmes. The
YMCA was to check on other Coach of the Year Awards and criteria. Staff has submitted criteria for
Mounds View Citizen of the year. The Commission made a motion to direct staff to assemble a plaque
recognizing Patrick Holmes and his dedication to the Mounds View community by coaching youth
through our Park and Recreation/ YMCA programs. Staff would like the Commission to review and
discuss the wording on the plaque and to determine when it should be presented. Staff is looking for
direction as to when it should be presented: either as soon as it is available, or at the next Town Hall
meeting along with other Citizen awards - scheduled for April 2008. Table until October meeting.
b.) Policy/program for memorials within City Parks. The Commission will develop and consider a written
program/paragraph establishing criteria and process for residents wishing to commemorate a memorial
for former residents. Such a memorial may include planting a tree, dedicating a bench, etc.
The Mounds View Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission recommends the following policy for
residents wishing to place memorials in city parks:
1. Resident(s) will be allowed to request any city park for their memorial, to be approved by the
Commission.
2. Resident(s) will agree to pay for the cost of proposed memorial and installation.
3. Resident(s) will work with city staff to purchase a product similar to existing park equipment so it
will compliment or enhance existing park aesthetics without significantly increasing park
maintenance.
4. If a tree is requested, resident(s) will work with the city forester to purchase a tree of desirable type
for preferred park location.
5. Resident(s) will pay for a plaque, if desired, to attach on or near the memorial.
6. The Mounds View Parks Department will provide for general upkeep of the memorial, as it fits with
any regular park maintenance.
7. The City of Mounds View will not pay to replace any memorial that is damaged beyond repair by
vandalism or weather -related incidents. However, the resident(s) will be notified, if possible, if
such an incident occurs.
8. The Mounds View Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will make every effort to work with
resident(s) to honor the memorial request and make a recommendation to the Mounds View City
Council for final approval.
Motion by Arel, 2"d by Long to present Mounds View Park Memorial Policy, as stated above, to
the City Council at their next available Work Session for discussion and approval. Motion
Passed 6-0
c.) Reward system for Park Watch Program — the Commission has directed staff to discuss this proposal
with Finance Director to determine funding sources. The Finance Director has indicated that cities can
only fund rewards for felony crimes. Given that vandalism does not typically rise to that level, City
funds cannot be used for such a program. However, individual citizens could start a crime stoppers fund
that could pay out rewards. No action taken, this item may be dropped from future agendas.
d.) Lakeside Lions Park Playground Improvement Project — The Lakeside Lions Park Improvement
Committee met on June 20, 2007. One of the issues discussed was Lakeside Lions Park Playground
Improvement Project. The playground equipment is planned to be replaced. Plans have been created
along with a cost estimate of $90,000. This project proposal was included in the June 28, 2007
Commission reports/updates. The Lions have donated $50,000 towards this project. The Spring Lake
Park Parks and Recreation Commission indicated that they would be in favor of putting $20,000
towards this project. Does the Mounds View Parks and Recreation Commission want to consider
providing $20,000 in matching funds? Before acting on this request, the Commission has requested
information pertaining to the availability and projections of the Park Dedication Fund.
The Park, Recreation, and Forestry Commission requests that future meetings with the Lakeside
Lions Park Improvement Committee be coordinated with a Commission representative, Kroeger.
Motion by Long, 2"d by Arel to recommend to the City Council to dedicate $20,000 to the
playground structure at Lakeside Lions' Park. Motion Passed 5-1.
8. New Business:
a.) Bethlehem Baptist Church letter thanking them for donations — to be signed by Parks and Recreation
Commissioners. Bethlehem Baptist Church has recently donated $6,632.50 to the City of Mounds View
Parks and Recreation Department. These funds will be deposited into to the Park Dedication Fund. The
City Council has indicated a desire to return to having a committee / informal group meeting with
representatives of Bethlehem Baptist Church to discuss possible funds / expenditures for future
donations. Palm and Kroeger are Commission contacts along with Dazenski to participate in
future meetings.
b.) Pathway around Silver View Pond — Bicycle and pedestrian conflicts. Resident requested what can be
done? City Staff will conduct some clearing for increased visibility.
c.) Woodcrest Park - Staff has received a request from citizens to take action to establish the park as it was
originally conveyed to the neighborhood then the wetland were created - "with open waters to attract
wildlife". A request has been made to muck out the wetlands to make them deeper and less conducive
to cattail growth. It was also requested that the trees that boarder the wetland be thinned up to allow for
better viewing of the park. Direct staff to look into cleaning up underbrush and issues with regard
to bordering wetland and Commission will look at Woodcrest Park on our park tour.
Commissioners are encouraged to walk the park to better understand the issues.
d.) Skate Board Park — The Parks and Recreation Commission received a request during the public input of
the August 23, 2007 meeting to look into the possibility of a Skate park in Mounds View. Background
information from when a skate park was reviewed by the Parks Commission has been included in this
meeting packet. Staff will also provide operational information pertaining to Skate Parks in other
Communities. Based on past information and current feedback from area communities that have
a skate park with regards to vandalism, littering, foul language, wood vs. concrete maintenance,
etc. as well as lack of proper location, the Commission is deciding not to pursue this at this time.
e.) Parks Promotional Video — The City has hired a full time cable coordinator, Vanessa Van Alstine. A
suggestion has been made to re -execute the parks video in the summer when there is activity (softball,
baseball, etc) going on. The Commission may want to consider discussing the details of this video at
this meeting. Suggestion for the video are:
1) Showcase each park giving it's name, location, and ammenities
2) Ms. Van Alstine could take video footage of YMCA park activities this fall at city parks (adult
and youth). She should contact Dan Weldon for field use schedule of various events. Also disc
golf at Silverview. This footage could be spliced into the Commissioner "tour" as we showcase
each park with dialogue at a later date.
3) Order of video with Commissioners showcasing the following parks in this order. Ms. Van
Alstine will contact each Commissioner to coordinate a time to meet at each park. Do not worry
about which "ball" we're throwing just be sure not to mention a Commissioner name when
leading on to next park —only park's name.
1. City Hall Peterson
2. Silver View—Kroeger
3. Oakwood —Kunz
4. GreenfieldArel,
5. GrovelandPalm
6. Hillview Aukee--Winter
7. Lambert-Aukee-Winter
8. Woodcrest--Kunz
9. Random —Palm
10. Arden Kroeger
11. Lions —Long
12. MVCC—entire Commission
f.) Other New Business? NONE
9. Commissioner/Staff Reports:
a) Oakwood Park — Soccer Field / Irrigation Project Update —The tuff on this site has come in quite well.
The City will be accepting the seeding part of the contract this fall. The irrigation system has been
tested and has operated, however is not currently connected to a power source and will therefore not be
accepted until sometime next year.
b) Oakwood Playground Equipment Replacement Project Update — The equipment has been delivered.
The drainage system and concrete border apron has been installed. The equipment at Oakwood has
been tentatively scheduled to be installed in mid -October. Fencing installed yet this fall.
c) Hillview Playground Equipment Replacement Project Update — The equipment has been delivered. The
equipment at has been tentatively scheduled to be installed in October 2007.
d) Random Park - The border curbing around the play equipment has been installed. The basketball court
has also been installed. The landscaping was completed last weekend as part of a Boy Scout — Eagle
Scout Merit Badge achievement project.
e) Park Sign Replacement Program Update — The Commission selected the style and colors for the park
sign on August 23, 2007. Four signs have been ordered. These are for: Silver View, Random, Hillview,
and Groveland parks.
fl Silver View Pond Aerator — quotes to install the electrical for the two aerators, including timers, will be
obtained in late winter/early spring. $5,000 has been included in the proposed 2008 Budget to run
electrical lines to these aerators.
g)
Spring Lake — several property owners around the lake, including the City, were not able to submit
permit applications for weed removal within the lake for 2007. The DNR cited that the deadline for
submittal was August 1, 2007 and informed the City that it was late in the year for this treatment — this
type of permit expires on September 1st. This permit was for "recreational access". The DNR stated that
the area near the fishing was already treated.
h) Tree Preservation and Landscape Ordinance: The latest draft will be presented at the City Council
Work Session on October 1, 2007. Commissioners are encouraged to watch or attend.
10. Request for future agenda items/other business
Possible Items for October 25`1' Agenda
Old Business items
Park Promotion Video
11. Motion by Long, 2"d by Peterson, to adjourn at 9:39 PM. Motion Passed 6-0
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From: Nick Fleischhacker
Sent: Tuesday, October 23, 2007 8:12 AM
To: Greg Lee; Steve Dazenski; 'Voigt, Chad'
Subject: FW: City Of Mounds View Disc Golf
Attachments: Mounds View Disc Golf_proposed JD 1 crossings .pdf
Mounds View Disc
Golf_proposed...
Greg, Steve and Chad
This is on regards to the culvert placements as a part of the proposed disc golf.
Greg and Steve we can discuss this at our meeting today. We will also likely discuss this
at our storm water meeting on Thursday.
Any questions Let me know
Thanks
Nick Fleischhacker
City of Mounds View
Original Message
From: Carl Almer [mailto:calmer@eorinc.com]
Sent: Monday, October 22, 2007 1:21 PM
To: Nick Fleischhacker
Cc: Doug Thomas
Subject: RE: City Of Mounds View Disc Golf
Nick,
The District conducted XP-SWMM modeling as part a 2002 EAW contemplating a regional pond
within the area in question. I would anticipate the District could assist the city with
modeling needs for the proposed crossings.
In consideration of permitting for the proposed crossings, several issues would need to be
addressed including:
* Official ditch profile - The District adopted in 2006 the Official Profile for the
Main Branch and Branch 2 of Anoka/Ramsey Judicial Ditch 1. The Official profile at
proposed crossing locations may be as much as 1-foot below the existing ditch bottom.
* Official ditch capacity - Design Criteria for the crossings would need to
demonstrate no increase in flood elevations and convey anticipated flow rates (180±CFS) in
a stable manner.
* Floodplain impact - Plans would need to quantify fill below the FEMA flood elevation
(901.0) and provisions for 1:1 compensatory storage would need to be provided.
* Wetland impact - Plans would need to ID wetland, impacts (if any) and mitigation (as
necessary per WCA).
Given the significance of this drainage way, I would suggest that the City and District
meet to discuss the project in more detail. Considering the potential design issues, it
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may be that footbridges should be an option for the City to consider. Also, while the
District's 2002 EAW was shelved, there may still be interest by the District in pursuing
regional ponding at this location.
I've copied the District Administrator, Doug Thomas, in this response so that he is aware
of our discussions. Doug should be included in any potential meetings for this project.
Feel free to call with any questions.
Carl K. Almer
Water Resources Engineer
Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc.
651 Hale Ave N, Oakdale, MN 55128
651.170.8448
651.203.6024 (direct)
651.770.2552 (fax)
calmer@eorinc.com
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From: Nick Fleischhacker [mailto:nick.fleischhacker@ci.mounds-view.mn.us]
Sent: Wednesday, October 17, 2007 2:16 PM
To: Carl Almer
Subject: City Of Mounds View Disc Golf
Carl
I contacted you a few weeks back regarding a proposed disc golf area in the City. As a
part of this project several culverts will need to be installed. The City needs to
determine whether modeling will be required as a part of this project. If simple
hydrology calculations are all that's needed the city will likely apply for a permit from
the watershed district. However, if expensive modeling is required we will likely explore
other options. Attached is a map of the proposed culvert locations along JD 1. The
proposed culvert locations are signified by a small water rapids symbol. Please note only
the three northern most symbols are to be culverts, the southernmost symbol is proposed to
be a bridge crossing.
I hope form this map you can give you a good idea as to the extent of information the
Watershed District will require when a permit is applied for. If you require any other
information don't hesitate to e-mail or call me at 763-717-4063
Thanks
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Nick Fleischhacker
City of Mounds View
Public Works Department
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Item No: (7
Meeting Date: 12/04/06
Type of Business:WS
City of Mounds View Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator`�(> ("—•—'
Item Title/Subject: 2006 Mounds View Citizenship Award
Background:
The City of Mounds View Citizenship Award recognizes ordinary citizens who have demonstrated
outstanding dedication to improving the community. Nominations are to be solicited from the
public and reviewed by the City Council.
Past recipients of this award include:
2004 — David Jahnke
2005 Frank Silvis
Discussion:
The City of Mounds View Citizenship Award recognizes a Mounds View resident who represents
the energetic, courageous, persistent and informed involvement of an ordinary citizen in the issues
and challenges that affect the City of Mounds View. The award seeks to honor highly effective
community leaders who have invested a significant amount of time improving their community
Nominations are open to the public and the award is subject to the following guidelines:
Eligibility
Nominees must be:
® A Mounds View resident, business owner or land owner
® Recent elected officials, City employees, City contractors, or political candidates are not
eligible.
Selection Criteria
1. Courage: Exemplifies courage and determination to follow one's own values.
2 Initiative: Demonstrates drive and initiative in his/her approach and overcoming
challenges along the way,
3. Time Commitment: Volunteers a significant amount of time and energy to the betterment
of the City of Mounds View and its residents; more than just financial contributions.
4. Effectiveness: Generates positive results for the community.
5, Unselfishness: Does not expect anything in return for his/her actions, i.e. financial
compensation, fame, or political notoriety.
Upon review of all nominations received for the 2006 Mounds View Citizenship Award, the City
Council will make a selection and the award will be presented at the annual Town Meeting to be
held on April 28th.
Recommendation:
It is recommended that the City Council open nominations now, with completed nomination forms to
be submitted to the City by February 28, 2007. All nominations will then be reviewed by the City
Council at the Work Session on March 5, 2007.
Name of Nominee:
Title (optional):
Address:
City, Zip Code:
Phone:
Email:
MOUNDS VIEW CITIZENSHIP AWARD
2006 NOMINATION FORM
Fax:
Nominated By:
Organization (if any):
City, Zip Code:
Phone: Fax
Email:
(Attach additional pages as necessary).
1.) How long have you known the nominee and in what capacity?
2.) Describe briefly specific contributions the nominee has made to the community as it relates to the
Mounds View Citizenship Award criteria:
3.) What special circumstances make the nominees' achievements outstanding?
4.) Share any additional information about the nominee you would like considered:
Application Process
You are encouraged to submit one or more of the following documents to support this
nomination:
➢ Background information.
Letters of support from different community agencies and individuals.
➢ Any other material that demonstrates the nominee's contribution to the community as it
relates to the award criteria.
Nominations must be in writing and may be supported by letters and other documentation.
All materials must be received by the close of the nomination period, and become the
property of the City of Mounds View.
Selection Criteria
In assessing the candidates for the Mounds View Citizenship Award, the award selection
committee will look for an individual who has given unselfishly of his or her time to fight for a
just cause that he or she believes will result in a better community.
The award selection committee (the Mounds View City Council) will identify an exceptional
individual who meets the criteria below. (In scoring, 5 points are possible for each criterion)
1.) Courage
Y Exemplifies courage and determination to follow one's own values.
2.) Initiative
➢ Demonstrates drive and initiative in his/her approach and overcoming challenges along
the way.
3.) Time Commitment
y Volunteers a significant amount of time and energy to further a cause or issue; more than
just financial contributions.
4.) Effectiveness
➢ Generates positive results for the community.
5.) Unselfishness
➢ Does not expect anything in return for his/her actions, i.e. financial compensation, fame,
or political notoriety.
To nominate an individual
All nominations must be received by Wednesday, February 28, 2007.
y Complete the nomination form.
y Gather letters and documents to support the nomination.
➢ Send all nomination materials to:
• The City of Mounds View Citizenship Award
2401 County Highway 10
Mounds View, MN 55112
Ph: (763) 717-4000 Fax: (763) 784 — 3462
If you have any questions about the nomination process, please call our offices at: 763-717-4000.
RESOLUTION X)(XX
CITY OF MOUNDS VIEW
COUNTY OF RAMSEY
STATE OF MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE 2006 MOUNDS VIEW CITIZENSHIP AWARD
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Citizenship Award recognizes ordinary citizens who
have demonstrated outstanding dedication to improving their communities; and
WHEREAS, the Mounds View Citizenship Award recognizes a Mounds View
Resident who represents the energetic, courageous, persistent and informed
involvement of an ordinary citizen in the issues and challenges that affect the
City.
WHEREAS, nominations were solicited from the public and were reviewed by the
City Council; and
WHEREAS, , was selected from the nominations and
meets the criteria outlined in the policy; and
WHEREAS, , as a citizen of Mounds View, has
exemplified the courage and determination to follow his values, and
WHEREAS, has demonstrated drive and initiative in his
approach to citizenship and has worked steadfastly with various community
groups and organizations, and
WHEREAS, has volunteered a significant amount of
time and energy to further community causes and issues, and
WHEREAS,
the community, and
WHEREAS,
expecting anything in return.
efforts have generated positive results for
has contributed their efforts unselfishly, not
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council, does hereby
present the 2006 Mounds View Citizenship Award to , in
sincere gratitude and appreciation for efforts as a Mounds View citizen.
Adopted this day of , 2007.
Rob Marty, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kurt Ulrich, City Administrator
(seal)
2005 MOUNDS VIEW CITIZENSHIP AWARD
Presented to
Frank Silvis
In recognition of your many years of community participation and dedication to service
with the City of Mounds View.
Whereas, Mr. Frank Silvis, as a citizen of Mounds View, has exemplified the
courage and determination to follow his values, and
Whereas, he has demonstrated drive and initiative in his approach to citizenship
and has worked steadfastly with various community groups and organizations, and
Whereas, he has volunteered a significant amount of time and energy to further
community causes and issues, and
Whereas, his efforts have generated positive results for the community, and
Whereas, he has contributed his efforts unselfishly, not expecting anything in
return.
Now, therefore be it resolved that the City Council, does hereby present the 2005
Mounds View Citizenship Award to Mr. Frank Silvis, in sincere gratitude and
appreciation for efforts as Mounds View citizen.
Presented by the
MOUNDS VIEW CITY COUNCIL
April 29, 2006
Greg Lee
From: Nick Fleischhacker
Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2007 9:07 AM
To: Greg Lee; Steve Dazenski
Subject: Tree removal in Woodcrest Park
Attachments: Re: Wetlands; RE Wetlands City of Mounds View
Re: Wetlands RE: Wetlands City
of Mounds Vi...
Greg and Steve
I have contacted both the DNR and the Rice Creek Watershed District regarding the removal
of trees within a wetland. There doesn't seem to be any explicit rules from either of
these agencies that prohibits the removal of trees.
The removal of trees would only require a permit if heavy equipment that would impact the
wetlands are to be used.
The DNR has no rule against the removal of trees, but recommends against it because trees
do play a role in a wetland ecosystem.
Attached are the responses from the aforementioned agencies.
Thanks
Nick Fleischhacker
Public Works
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Greg Lee
From: Travis Germundson [Travis.Germundson@dnr.state.mn.us]
Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 12.14 PM
To: Nick Fleischhacker
Subject: Re. Wetlands
The Department's goal would be to limit the number of trees removed adjacent to or within
a public water wetland. However, there are no DNR rules or statues that would prohibit
the removal of trees altogether. The City may have some language in their shoreland or
wetland ordinances that may limit the removal of woody vegetation.
If you still have questions you can contact me directly at 651-772-7914. You may also
want to contact Rice Creek Watershed District.
Travis Germundson
Area Hydrologist
DNR Waters
1200 Warner Rd
St. Paul, MN 55106
651-772-7914
»> "Nick Fleischhacker" <nick.fleischhacker@ci.mounds-view.mn.us> 10/8/2007 10:20 AM »>
Hi
I work for the City of Mounds view Public Works Department. Residents
in a park have requested the removal/thinning of small willow trees in a
parkwetland area for aesthetic purposes. Is the removal of these trees
in a wetland area allowed by the DNR.
Thanks
Nick Fleischhacker
City of Mounds View
763-717-4063
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Greg Lee
From: Ken Powell [KPowell@ricecree[corg]
Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2007 8,46 AM
To: Nick Fleischhacker
Cc: David Bauer
Subject: RE Wetlands City of Mounds View
Nick,
It depends on how it is done. If it involves just cutting them down with chainsaws and
hauling away, then no permit is required. If the removal involves getting machinery into
the wetland (bobcat, backhoe, etc.) to grub out stumps or haul the logs away, then we need
to review and approve it. An exception to this would be if it was done in mid winter when
the wetland was completely frozen and could support the machinery without breaking through
and compacting/rutting the soil.
Ken Powell
Prof. Wetland Scientist/Permit Coord.
Rice Creek Watershed District
4325 Pheasant Ridge Drive NE, Suite 611
Blaine, MN 55449
Phone: 763-398-3072
Fax: 763-398-3088
e-mail: kpowell@ricecreek.org
website: www.ricecreek.org <http://www.ricecreek.org/>
From: Nick Fleischhacker [mailto:nick.fleischhacker@ci.mounds-view.mn.us]
Sent: Monday, October 08, 2007 12:24 PM
To: Ken Powell
Subject: Wetlands City of Mounds View
Hi
I work for the City of Mounds view Public Works Department. Residents
in a park have requested the removal/thinning of small willow trees in a
park wetland area for aesthetic purposes. Is the removal of these trees
in a wetland area allowed by the watershed district.
Thanks
Nick Fleischhacker
City of Mounds View
763-717-4063
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Introduction
The public facilities of a city include those lands, buildings, services and systems that are provided
on a public and semipublic basis in the interest of, or as a benefit to its residents. The importance of
these facilities should not be underestimated because they enhance the image and quality of life of a
community. Mounds View's public facilities are in place. The focus of the public facilities element
is on the maintenance and improvement of the existing facilities in Mounds View.
Goals and Policies
The following will be the public facilities goals and policies for the City of Mounds View:
Goal 1:
Policies:
Plan public facilities and services in a coordinated and economic manner
on a basis that is consistent with the nature of development within the
community.
a. All public facilities needed shall be developed according to generally accepted standards.
b. Adequately screen, landscape, and buffer public facilities in order to minimize their impact
on surrounding uses and enhance the community and the area in which they are located.
c. Future development and redevelopment in the City will provide adequate water, sanitary
sewer and storm sewer or holding areas and connect to the existing system at a point where
adequate service can be supplied.
d. The City shall work with Xcel Energy to encourage underground installation of all new
electrical service and conversion of existing overhead systems to underground.
Goal 2: Ensure the provision and maintenance of facilities and services necessary
to meet the needs and interests of the community.
Policies:
a. Public facilities and services shall be maintained according to generally accepted standards
of performance.
b. The existing utility systems will be monitored, maintained and improved as required to
provide adequate services, including fire protection (hydrants).
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c. The direct discharge of untreated domestic or industrial waste into any water body, water
course or storm sewer system shall be prohibited.
d. The direct discharge of untreated storm water into flowing channels (Rice Creek, Judicial
Ditches) shall be minimized.
e. Runoff shall be managed to protect surrounding areas and ground water recharge areas.
f. Protect and preserve soil types associated with drainageways in order to channel flowage
and control erosion.
Goal 3: Cooperate with other units of government to provide facilities that are
complementary to each other.
Policy:
a. Coordinate the planning of public facilities with adjacent communities, the school district,
the county, the Metropolitan Council and other governmental agencies.
Goal 4: Ensure adequate distribution of and provide for safe, easy access to all
facilities and services within the community.
Policies:
a. Locate public facilities and services so as to offer convenient access and minimal response
time.
b. Locate easements for utility systems according to uniform standards to provide access to
maintain and repair the systems and to minimize disruption of other activities or areas.
Goal 5: Minimize public investments in storm drainage, water supply, and
sanitary sewer.
Policies:
a. Preserve natural drainage to the extent possible in order to minimize storm water
management costs.
b. Continually implement and maintain the City of Mounds View and the Rice Creek storm
water management plans to protect existing ponding areas/wetlands.
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c. Maintain separate sanitary and storm water management systems.
d. Ensure coordination among all utility improvement programs.
e. Ensure the full utilization of public facilities and services prior to making new public
investments.
f. Minimize the impact of required utility facilities and services on surrounding uses.
Goal 6: Improve, maintain and redevelop parks and open space to serve
neighborhood and community needs.
Policies:
a. Classify and make improvements to parks and open space in accordance with
metropolitan standards.
b. Program recreation open space improvements with a capital improvement program and
update it on an annual basis as provided by the City Charter.
c. Develop an extensive and varied year round recreation program that is suited to the needs of
all age groups within the community.
d. Parks and open space shall be developed and improved to take maximum advantage of
natural features such as Spring Lake and Rice Creek.
e. If economically feasible, tax forfeited and state trust land shall be acquired for public use as
they become available.
f. Both active and passive recreation areas will be maintained throughout the community.
g•
Parks and open space shall be equitably distributed and maintained throughout the
community, taking care that sufficient facilities are available and tailored to meet the life
cycle needs of the neighborhoods they serve.
h. Private developers will be required to set aside a portion of their land for public use. Where
this is not feasible or desirable, developers will be required to contribute cash in lieu of land
to be used for the purchase and/or development of recreational open space or facilities.
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i. Design and maintain parks with proper lighting, landscaping, shelter design, etc. to ensure a
high degree of public and property safety.
j. Ensure continual citizen participation in the planning, development and operation of
recreational open space.
k. Design, develop and maintain the City's park and open space system in accordance with the
adopted master plan and the Park Facilities Replacement Plan.
1. Provide safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle access to recreational facilities.
m. Study trail systems which provide for separation of motorized and non -motorized
recreational activities.
n. Provide trail and pedestrian connections to community facilities in Mounds View as well as
to county facilities and facilities in adjacent communities.
o. Coordinate Mounds View trail and pedestrian systems with the trail and pedestrian systems
in adjacent communities.
Ensure the provision of adequate parking to serve major park and recreational facilities.
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Where necessary, screen, fence and/or buffer parks and open space areas for the safety and
protection of the user.
r. Park and open space facilities shall be planned and developed in cooperation with similar
services of surrounding communities and the metropolitan area as a whole.
s. Joint use and programming of City parks and school recreation facilities shall be encouraged
and promoted to maximize the benefits to both the residents and students alike.
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Commity ,E. dillies
The term community facilities includes a wide range of buildings and facilities which are provided
by the City or other governmental agencies as a service to citizens. Community facilities include
parks and open space, public buildings, public utilities, and schools. These facilities are in place. No
new facilities are anticipated. Some redevelopment and expansion of existing facilities may occur as
facilities and equipment age in the future.
Parks and Open Space
Parks and open space areas in Mounds View include municipally owned and operated neighborhood
and community parks and special use facilities. There are nine neighborhood parks, three community
parks, and one special use park. Figure 10 on page 66 shows the location of parks and Table 18 on
page 64 illustrates the facilities present at the various parks in Mounds View. The City of Mounds
View also owns and operates a nine -hole public golf course and driving range.
Public Buildings
Mounds View public buildings include City Hall which includes the city administrative offices and
the police department, the public works maintenance facility, the community center, the golf course
club house, and park shelters. Figure 10 on page 66 shows the location of the Mounds View public
buildings.
Public Utilities
The City's water system includes one 500,000 gallon elevated storage tank, a two million gallon
reservoir, and six wells. Mounds View pumps an average of 1.5 million gallons of water per day.
The system has adequate capacity to handle its needs into the foreseeable future. Figure 11 on page
67 shows the water system.
There are two regional sewer interceptor sewer lines and a lift station operated by the Metropolitan
Council. Treatment occurs at the Metropolitan Waste Water Treatment Plant. The Mounds View
sanitary sewer system consists of municipal sewer mains, force mains and four lift stations.
According to Metropolitan Council estimates total sewer flows will rise from current flows of 535
million gallons per year to between 579 and 767 million gallons per year. The system has adequate
capacity to handle existing and potential future development. Figure 12 on page 65 shows the
sanitary sewer system.
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TABLE 18 Sewaae Flow Projections
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The City of Mounds View has an active program to reduce excessive inflow and infiltration (I/I)of
its sanitary sewer system. The City's Public Works Department annually performs cleaning and
televised inspection of approximately one quarter of the wastewater system. Noted during these
inspections are offset joints, cracks in pipes, and leaking manholes. At least $30,000 is budgeted
annually to seal these leaks. It is anticipated that future street reconstruction projects will result in
either new sanitary sewer mains the installation of in -place linings. The City Council has reviewed a
sump pump inspection program and will likely initiate a project in the near future.
Schools
Mounds View is part of Independent School District No. 621. Independent School District No. 621
has two school facilities in Mounds View. These include the Pinewood Elementary School and
Edgewood Middle School. Figure 10 on page 66 shows the location of the schools.
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To: Lakeside Lions Park Improvement Committee
From: Ed Laun & Marian Rygwall
Subject: Committee meeting
The next meeting is scheduled for:
Date: Tuesday, October 30, 2007
Time: 6:30 pm
Place: Spring Lake Park Community Center
AGENDA
1. Call to order.
2. Financial Report.
3. Committee Reports.
A. Recap of 2007 projects completed.
B. Projects yet to be done this year.
4. New projects to be discussed.
A. Playground equipment 2008.
B. Lake discussion.
C. Aerator, winter 2008.
D. Future projects.
5. Set date for next meeting.