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I. Call to Order.
II. Roll Call.
III. Introduction of Members.
IV. Approval of June 11, 2018, Parks Commission Meeting Agenda. (action requested.)
V. Approval of the March 12, 2018, Parks Commission Meeting Minutes. (action requested.)
VI. Presentation:
A. Presentation of the East of the River Park Master Plan by, Carrie Christensen, Senior Planner, Minneapolis
Park Board.
B. Presentation of the SANBE Foundation Grant for the Construction of the New Nature Park, by Wendy
Webster, Director of Community Services and Communications.
C. Presentation of the Parks Cleanup Event held in April, by Lona Doolan, Citizens for Sustainability.
D. Presentation of the Online Sustainability Tour Map, by Jay Hartman, Director of Public Works.
E. Recommendation to City Council to approve the site located at the open grass area south of the City
Hall/Community Center building to be developed for use as an Organics Recycling drop off site (motion
requested) by Scott Bentz, Parks Commission Chair.
VII. Commission Reports.
VIII. Other Business.
IX. Community Forum.
Individuals may address the Planning Commission about any item not included on the regular agenda. Speakers are requested to come to the podium, sign their
name and address on the form at the podium, state their name and address for the Clerk’s record, and limit their remarks to five minutes. Generally, the Park
Commission will not take official action on items discussed at this time, but may typically refer the matter to staff for a future report or direct the matter to be
scheduled on an upcoming agenda.
X. Adjournment.
CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGE
PARKS COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
JUNE 11, 2018
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:00 PM
CITY OF ST. ANTHONY 1
PARKS COMMISSION MEETING 2
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MARCH 12, 2018 4
7:00 p.m. 5
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I. CALL TO ORDER. 7
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Chairperson Bentz called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 9
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II. ROLL CALL. 11
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Commissioners Present: Chair Scott Bentz, Commissioners Therese Bellinger, Sarah Ksiazek, 13
and Erin Jordahl Redlin. 14
Absent: Marnie Overman. 15
Also Present: Breanne Rothstein, Planner; Tom Kuykendall, Sports Booster Rep.; 16
Jay Hartman, Public Works Director; and, Wendy Webster, 17
Community Services Director 18
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III. INTRODUCTION OF MEMBERS. 20
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IV. APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 12, 2018, PARKS COMMISSION MEETING 22
AGENDA. 23
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Motion by Commissioner Jordahl Redlin, seconded by Commissioner Ksiazek, to approve the 25
March 12, 2018, Parks Commission agenda. 26
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Motion carried unanimously. 28
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V. APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 4, 2017, REGULAR PARKS COMMISSION 30
MEETING MINUTES. 31
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Motion by Commissioner Ksiazek, seconded by Commissioner Jordahl Redlin, to approve the 33
December 4, 2017, Regular Parks Commission Meeting Minutes. 34
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Motion carried unanimously. 36
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VI. PRESENTATIONS. 38
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A. Presentation by Evan Halet, Eagle Scouts 40
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Evan Halet New Brighton Eagle Scout Troop #106, stated that he is present to inform the 42
Commission of his project, which will install six bat houses in St. Anthony Parks. He stated 43
that this project will help to control mosquito and gnats in an environmentally friendly 44
method. He stated that the bats should not be a problem during the day, when the park is 45
active because they are nocturnal. He stated that the process to establish the bat houses could 46
take six days to one year. He noted that he will need help from parks stall to install the houses 47
onto light poles. He noted that the light poles are a good location because they will attract 48
bugs at night for the bats to feed on. He provided information on a disease that is threatening 49
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the bat population and hoped the houses will provide a safe home and will aid park goers with 1
lesser bug population. 2
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Sports Booster Rep. Kuykendall asked the maintenance of the homes. 4
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Mr. Halet replied that the homes would be constructed with a marine grade plywood, so there 6
should be no problems with rotting. He stated that the homes are intended to last for years. 7
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Commissioner Bentz asked the size of the houses. 9
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Mr. Halet provided details on the size of the bat houses, estimating 18 inches by eight inches. 11
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Commissioner Bellinger asked if these houses have been seen in another city. 13
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Mr. Halet replied that he has seen the homes in parts of northern Minnesota. 15
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Commissioner Bellinger asked how they will know if the project is successful. 17
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Mr. Halet replied that if a bat is seen around the light post, you will know the home is being 19
lived in. 20
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Public Works Director Hartman noted that Mr. Halet will be building six houses to be 22
distributed between two parks. He asked if Mr. Halet will be building the houses himself or 23
whether the Troop will assist in building the houses. 24
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Mr. Halet replied that it will be a group project. He stated that the houses will be built in his 26
grandfather’s garage with help from other members in his troop. He stated that the intent is 27
for him to lead the project and not actually build the houses himself. 28
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Public Works Director Hartman asked when the project would be completed. 30
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Mr. Halet anticipated that the project would be complete near late April but noted that his 32
schedule is flexible. He stated that once the build is done, he will correspond with staff to 33
determine the best time for the installation of the houses. 34
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B. Presentation by Citizens for Sustainability 36
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Kristin Mroz, Citizens for Sustainability (CFS), reviewed the 2018 roadmap which puts 38
emphasis on focus with the government, community, and schools. She reviewed the potential 39
partners for each category and possible opportunities. She stated that on February 21st there 40
was a meeting with the parks staff and looks forward to continuing discussions and discussion 41
of potential collaborations that could integrate sustainability into the parks. 42
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Emily Wallace, CFS, stated that there will be Earth Day activities on April 21st, meeting at 44
Silver Point Park. She stated that there will also be activities at Trillium Park. She noted that 45
there will be park pruning, buckthorn removal and trash clean-up. She stated that they are 46
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hoping to have clean-up kits available for people to take home to continue neighborhood 1
clean-up. She stated that more details are available on the CFS website and Facebook page. 2
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Ms. Mroz provided information on pollinator kits. She stated that CFS is working to promote 4
a native seed exchange at local events, such as the Earth Day Clean-Up and Arbor Day events. 5
She stated that a number of the CFS members are interested in organic compost pilot sites. 6
She noted that curbside pickup can be challenging for a community of this size and therefore 7
they are looking at local drop-off opportunities. She stated that both Ramsey and Hennepin 8
counties have funding available to create a drop-off location within St. Anthony. She stated 9
that CFS is going to bring a request to the City Council, identifying locations within both 10
Ramsey and Hennepin counties that could be used for organics drop-off. She stated that the 11
CFS members have advocated for pedestrian and bicycle safety over the years. She stated that 12
CFS is reaching out to residents for assistance in asking both Ramsey and Hennepin counties 13
in collaborating for improvements at County Road C and Highway 88. She noted that a 14
number of entities are involved in that intersection and therefore prior planning would be 15
helpful to ensure that pedestrian/bicycle safety is being considered in the planning process. 16
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Commissioner Jordahl Redlin referenced the organics collection and asked who would pickup 18
the material from the drop-off site. 19
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Ms. Mroz replied that for the Ramsey County location, Ramsey County would facilitate the 21
pickup of the material. She was unsure how the Hennepin County site would be collected. 22
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Commissioner Jordahl Redlin asked is Salo Park would be included in the Earth Day events, 24
as it was shown on the slide but not mentioned in the presentation. 25
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Ms. Mroz confirmed that Salo Park would be included in the activities for the Earth Day 27
event. She stated that CFS identified two areas for the activities this year. She stated that 28
Salo Park works with the apartments nearby to clean-up that area. She stated that the CFS 29
will be more focused at Trillium and Silver Point parks. 30
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Sports Booster Rep. Kuykendall referenced the pedestrian safety at the intersection mentioned 32
and asked if the pedestrian pathway would fit within the current configuration of the roadway, 33
or whether the traffic design would change. 34
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Ms. Mroz replied that she has not personally seen those plans. 36
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C. Recommendation to City Council regarding the Parkland Dedicated for the 38
Southern Gateway Project located at 251 Lowry Avenue (motion requested) by 39
Breanne Rothstein, City Planner. 40
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City Planner Rothstein presented a request for parkland dedication from the Southern 42
Gateway project. She explained that City Code requires that every project dedicate a 43
reasonable amount of land, or cash in lieu, for parkland and reviewed the policy details. She 44
stated that the developer has presented a request to satisfy the parkland dedication required, 45
identifying the proposed parkland dedication. She stated that in addition to the park land, a 46
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system of trails is also included. She stated that this development would have 414 units, 1
mixed between seniors and general occupancy. She stated that the units would be surrounded 2
by a trail system that would have connections to the existing City system and would be 3
available for use by the general public. She stated that there are also general activity nodes 4
throughout the property along the trail system. She stated that the preliminary plat has been 5
recommended for approval by the Planning Commission and therefore staff would also like a 6
recommendation from the Park Commission which staff will bring forward to the City 7
Council. She provided three examples of cross sections throughout the project that will be 8
part of the trail system/activity nodes. She provided details on how the Commission can 9
evaluate the request for park dedication. She stated that staff is asking for a recommendation 10
on the formula for calculating park dedication. She recommended that the Commission 11
require cash in lieu, subtracting the value of the trail easement and construction cost of the 12
trail to determine the cash contribution from the developer. 13
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Traci Thomas, Village LLC, provided an overview of the proposed project, noting that the 15
preliminary plat was approved by the Planning Commission on February 26, 2018. She 16
explained how the project evolved to address comments from the surrounding neighbors. She 17
requested that the Park Commission accept an easement for the public land dedication 18
requirement. She referenced the public land dedication within the staff report, noting that 19
only includes the trail on the north side of the site. She noted that updated information was 20
provided to staff today, which includes the full trail system that includes additional trails and 21
activity nodes. 22
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Kevin Phifer, Wenck Engineering, stated that this is an ideal location for additional 24
greenspace in the City as it will connection different public areas. He stated that there would 25
be about one-half mile of trails that loop through the development and provide connections to 26
the current trail system. He stated that they will attempt to save as many trees as possible and 27
will add additional trees and landscaping within the park dedication area. He provided 28
additional details on the activity nodes which could include community gardens, picnic areas, 29
pollinator gardens, benches, lighting, and public art display. He stated that they would like 30
input from the Commission on the amenities desired for the activity nodes. 31
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Jered Ward, Wenck Engineering, stated that the area within the easement proposed is 3.44 33
acres, which is greater than the 1.37 acres required by City Code. He stated that this park 34
would be unique because it accommodates all types of users because of the variety of activity 35
nodes. He stated that there would be 2.8 acres of open space, outside of the trails themselves. 36
He stated that this would fit within the connectivity of the City and would also fill a void in 37
the southwest corner of the City for those users. He stated that they feel that this linear park 38
would fit well with the objectives of the City. 39
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Commissioner Jordahl Redlin asked if there would be a cap on the construction costs, as 41
identified in the staff recommendation. 42
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City Planner Rothstein confirmed that staff would review the proposed cost and place a cap on 44
the construction costs, using common construction costs and the engineer’s estimate for 45
reference. 46
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Chairperson Bentz asked if the cost for the activity node construction would be included. 2
3
City Planner Rothstein stated that the staff recommendation would include only the cost of the 4
trail. She explained that the developer is asking for a more incorporating cost for construction 5
of infrastructure rather than providing an additional cash donation. 6
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Chairperson Bentz stated that the initial calculation was 12,000 square feet of trail. He stated 8
that the applicant’s presentation appeared to include additional trail and asked if there is a new 9
calculation of the linear feet of trail. 10
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Mr. Ward replied there would be 2,370 linear feet of trail. He stated that the activity nodes 12
are an important part of the trails and with the hardscape there would be 24,300 square feet in 13
total. He noted that the square footage only includes the outside loop. 14
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Commissioner Jordahl Redlin asked for information on what the City has required in the past 16
for park dedication. 17
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City Planner Rothstein stated that Silver Lake Village was the last development, which was an 19
overall PUD. She believed that an allocation of cash payment was done for the housing, 20
development by development, but was unsure how the commercial development was 21
calculated. She noted that she can gather additional information after the meeting. 22
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Commissioner Jordahl Redlin asked if this system would be developer maintained. 24
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City Planner Rothstein confirmed that this proposal includes that the developer would 26
construction and maintain in perpetuity. 27
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Commissioner Ksiazek asked for information on the width of the walkway, as it appears to 29
vary in width in different areas. 30
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Mr. Ward replied that the trail width would be eight feet in the north corridor but would be 32
lowered to six feet in the southern portion of the site. He stated that there would be flexibility 33
depending on the desire of the Commission. 34
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Sports Booster Rep. Kuykendall asked to see the suggestions from staff on how to evaluate 36
the request and the recommended formula. 37
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City Planner Rothstein again reviewed the suggestions on how the Commission should review 39
the request and the formula proposed by staff. She stated that staff would recommend giving 40
credit for the trail easement and construction, with the remaining balance to be paid in cash. 41
42
Chairperson Bentz referenced an area on the southwest corner of the plat and asked if the 43
intention for that area is to be used for a parking area. 44
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Ms. Thomas noted that part of the preliminary plat review included proof of parking. She 1
stated that there was significant neighborhood comment about ensuring there is sufficient 2
parking on site. She stated that they believe there is more than ample parking as proposed, but 3
if there is an issue identified with parking, they could construct additional parking in that area. 4
She noted that if that additional parking is required, the trail in that area would be rerouted. 5
6
Community Services Director Webster asked the number of mature trees that will be removed 7
from the site, noting that the presentation stated that 17 mature trees will be saved. 8
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Mr. Ward was unsure of the number but noted that there is a significant number of trees that 10
will be removed for grading. He stated that the intent was to preserve as many of the trees on 11
the external boundary of the site to act as screening to the neighboring properties. 12
13
Chairperson Bentz asked for clarification on the credit that would be given for the additional 14
trail easement proposed by the developer. 15
16
City Planner Rothstein stated that the recommendation is to accept the public easement for 17
trails, noting that sidewalks would not be counted. She explained that any trail put in 18
easement would be counted towards the formula. She stated that the revised submittal would 19
be used to determine the amount of trail easement and the purchase price of that land would 20
be used to determine the value of the trail easement used in the formula. 21
22
Commissioner Jordahl Redlin stated that it is unclear which paths would be considered trails 23
and which would be sidewalks. 24
25
Mr. Ward identified the areas of sidewalk that were not included in the calculation for trails. 26
He stated that the total square footage area, as proposed by the developer, also includes the 27
activity nodes. He confirmed that the trail calculations would not take into account the first 28
ten feet from the building. 29
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Community Services Director Webster stated that it appears the trail is scheduled to be built 31
out over an area considered to be floodplain and asked the challenges that would be expected 32
for that process. 33
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Mr. Ward stated that there are no trails that will be constructed over floodplain. He noted that 35
a trail will cut through a stormwater easement. He stated that the colored areas on the map are 36
easement areas, and not floodplain. He identified the different easements on the property. 37
38
Community Services Director Webster asked and received confirmation that the easements 39
and 100-year floodplain are both shown in red. 40
41
Motion by Commissioner Jordahl Redlin, seconded by Commissioner Ksiazek, to recommend 42
that the City Council approve of parkland dedication requirements as outlined in the staff 43
report, taking a partial cash payment in lieu of land with a credit for the value of the trail 44
construction and a credit for an eight-foot easement along the trail on the western, northern, 45
and eastern edges of the development. 46
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Motion carried unanimously. 2
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VII. COMMISSION REPORTS 4
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Chairperson Bentz stated that he presented the 2018 workplan to the City Council the 6
previous month, which was approved. He stated that several Commission and staff members 7
met with CFS about potential collaborations and changes in duties of the Park Commission. 8
He stated that he looks forward to working more on that. 9
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Public Works Director Hartman stated that the Wyland Foundation National Mayor’s 11
Challenge for Water Conservation will take place the following month. He noted that 12
additional information can be found on the website. He stated that the City had another 13
successful skating season, noting that the rinks were closed two weeks prior. 14
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VIII. OTHER BUSINESS – NONE. 16
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IX. COMMUNITY FORUM – NONE. 18
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X. ADJOURNMENT. 20
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Motion by Commissioner Jordahl Redlin, seconded by Commissioner Ksiazek, to adjourn the 22
meeting at 8:18 p.m. 23
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Motion carried unanimously. 25
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Respectfully submitted, 27
Amanda Staple (TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.) 28
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Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board
JUNE 2018
EAST OF THE RIVER PARK MASTER
PLAN
Staff will utilize other resources outside MPRB as needed, to provide additional review and
technical insight into the process, outreach, planning, and proposed vision and goals associated
with the project. Staff may meet with these advisors in small groups or individually, as schedules
and needs warrant.
Roles:
Technical Advisory Committee
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1. Overview
2. Provide
Specific
Service
Area or
Park Input
3. Review
Draft
4. Steward
Master
Plan
PAC
(Internal
MPRB)
TAC
(External
Institutions)
CAC
+
YDT
Community
•Public Schools
•City of MPLS
•UofM
•Hennepin County
•Met Council
•Adjacent
municipalities
•MWMO
•Recreation
•Maintenance
•Forestry
•Police
•Environmental
Services
PROJECT OVERVIEW
•Create a unique neighborhood park plan for each
individual park (including triangles)
•Set budgets and priorities
•Guide capital improvement decisions
•Guide acquisition and development of new parks
•Set a vision for operations and management
What is a Service Area Master Plan?
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Service Area
Master Plans take
a comprehensive
look at Outdoor
park assets and…
Service Area Master Plans focus on
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS OUTDOOR AMENITIES
REGIONAL PARKS must have their own master plans approved by the
Metropolitan Council.
In some cases, regional facilities may be included in Service Area
Master Planning.
What is a Service Area Master Plan?
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•The Park Board has never done comprehensive master planning for neighborhood
parks. The closest we came was in the 1960s/1970s when the recreation centers
were built.
•The city has changed and is changing: demographics, recreation needs, density,
community awareness, changing development patterns.
•The 2007 -2020 Comprehensive Plan set a vision for aligning the parks with
community needs. It’s time to work through the details of aligning with community
needs.
•Plans are informed by community input, data, current policies and plans, and the
latest in park innovation and design.
Project Overview:
Service Area Master Planning
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•MPRB is funded through a variety of sources:
•Property taxes in Minneapolis (18.5% of taxes collected)
•State and regional funds: bonding, lottery, and Legacy amendment Park dedication fees
•Outside grants and donations
•20-Year Neighborhood Parks Plan (NPP20) agreement with City
•Annual budgeting process looks at general operating AND capital expenditures (physical park
improvements)
Detailed financial information is at www.minneapolisparks.org (search for “budget”)
MPRB Funding
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What you should know about
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Context + Purpose
•Neighborhood equity metrics determine when improvements are made
in neighborhood parks….
•Service Area Master Plans determine what improvements are made in
neighborhood parks….
Both must be driven by equity
Neighborhood Park
Equity Metrics
Community
Characteristics
Neighborhood parks:
capital project selection
•Park Asset Lifespan
•Park Asset Condition
•Proportion of Value
Park
Characteristics
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•Racially Concentrated
Areas of Poverty
•Population Density
•Youth Population
•Neighborhood Safety
SelectionCriteria Criteria
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PROCESS OVERVIEW
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PLANNING PROCESS
DESIGN PHASE TIMELINE
How do we interpret
community engagement?
Prepare to present
to designers.
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Meet the designers.
Present data
to designers.
Begin design work.
CAC #6
DESIGN WEEK
Visit with designers.
See design happen.
OPEN HOUSE
Review initial
concepts.
Work with neighbors
to refine designs. July
14, 10-3 PM
CAC #8
COMMUNITY
WORKSHOPS
AND BUS TOUR
WORK GROUP MEETINGS
AGENCY COORDINATION
MPRB STAFF COORDINATION
CONCEPT DESIGN REFINEMENT
CAC #5
DATA JAM
CAC #7
O & M
MARCH APRIL 30-MAY 4 JUNE JULY
Learn about
operations and
maintenance and
develop guiding
principles.
June 13, 6-8 pm
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COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
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STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
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We have three primary modes of
engagement:
1)Quick engagements at events
(MOBILE)
2)Deeper conversations at focus groups
and meetings (20 Park Design
Sessions)
3)Online (website, survey, Instagram)
SUMMARY STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
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GRAND ROUNDS MISSING LINK
•This corridor is listed as a regional search corridor in the Met Council 2040 Regional
Trails/Parks Plan.
•Starting in 2023, MPRB will allocate 25% of the regional park funding to opportunity parks.
•The GRML is eligible for regional trail funding, not regional park funding.
•Segments of the regional trail are being constructed in 2018 under 35W from Ridgway
Parkway.
•The last master plan was completed in 2009 but was not adopted by Met Council.
•We are working on the update to the master plan as part of the East of the River Park Master
Plan.
•We would like to work in collaboration with St. Anthony to realize this exciting regional
connection.
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QUESTIONS
AND THANK YOU
www.minneapolisparks.org/eastoftheriver
Carrie Christensen, Senior Planner
Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
e: cchristensen@minneapolisparks.org
p: 612-230-6540
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CITIZENS FOR SUSTAINABILITY
A group of citizens working to create a
resilient and sustainable community
Parks Commission Update
June 2018
AGENDA
1.Earth Day Clean-up
2.What’s Next?
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MAY 5 EARTH DAY CLEAN-UP
•Salo Park Clean-up
•Trillium Park Pruning and Buckthorn Removal
•Silver Point Park Clean-up
•Streets and Highway 88 Clean-up
•Neighborhood Clean-up Kits
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SALO PARK
23 volunteers
•SAVHS/Kiwanis Key Club
•Residents of Village Condominiums
•St. Anthony neighbors
Focus:
•Remediate a constant source of litter
•Remove debris from holding ponds critical to protecting
Silver Lake
•Revitalize a central gathering point
Highlights: Key Club energy and passer-by volunteers
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SALO PARK
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SILVER POINT PARK
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50 volunteers
•4 Girl Scout Troops
•Voyagers
•St. Anthony neighbors
Focus:
•Community engagement
•Make it fun (scavenger hunt)
•Pickup litter (15 bags of trash collected)
Highlights: On-site restrooms, friends with tents and kid
sized gloves, youthful energy, Cub donation for goodies
SILVER POINT PARK
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TRILLIUM PARK
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24 volunteers
•St. Anthony Village Gardeners
•SAMS/Kiwanis Builders Club
•Nativity
•Sathya Sai Center of Minneapolis South
Focus:
•Revitalize garden
•Shrub/tree pruning
•Buckthorn removal
•Pickup litter
Highlights: Accomplished a long list of needs, outside group
found us through Friends of Mississippi, donations from Nativity
(coffee), Patriots (water coolers), Florence Iverson (donation for
goodies), friends with tent, gloves and landscaping tools
TRILLIUM PARK
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STREET CLEANUP / SCAVENGER HUNT
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NEIGHBORHOOD CLEANUP KITS
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•Promoted with Earth Day cleanup
•Available at City Hall
•Promote at VillageFest and National Night Out
WHAT’S NEXT?
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1.Prepare for Organics Recycling
•Help develop communication plan and
educational material
•Promote within the community
2.VillageFest Parade and Booth
•Promote organics and pass out bins and bags
•Promote neighborhood cleanup kits
3.Plan for Fall Sustainability Fair
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Within
Government
Within the
Schools
Q1 2018 Q2 2018 Q3 2018 Q4 2018
Parks Collaborations
CFS 2018 Roadmap
Within the
Community
Winter Ecology Club Spring Ecology Club
RCWD Grant
Fall Ecology Club
Earth Day Cleanup
Outreach
VillageFest
Projects
Change Policies / Practices
Organic Compost Pilot(s)
Pollinator Protections
Name Change
Pollinator Kits Sustainability FairWater ConservationTree ReviewArbor Day
Education
Projects
Recycling Grant Maintain Gardens
Seed Exchange
Bike/Walk Advocacy
Earth Week
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City of St. Anthony
PARKS COMMISSION
June 11, 2018
Dear Parks Commissioners,
At the April 24, 2018 St. Anthony City Council meeting, the Council tasked the Parks Commission with
recommending a site to develop as an Organics Recycling Drop‐off. The site would be available to all St.
Anthony residents to bring their recyclable organics to drop off and be taken away for composting. The
Commission members initially did research on their own and then met on May 17th to discuss options.
At this meeting the Commission chose a site south of the City Hall/Community Center building next to
the parking lot. (See attached photo) The Commission felt that this would be the best option for several
reasons:
It has a central location accessible to all residents.
There is no residential area nearby.
The Police Department is close by thereby minimizing the chance of illegal dumping and
vandalism.
It is highly visible and will increase awareness of Organics Recycling.
Other sites were considered but after discussing positives and negatives it was felt by the Commission
that this would be the most appropriate site.
Therefore, at the June 11th Parks Commission meeting there will be a vote on the following
recommended motion:
The St. Anthony Parks Commission recommends that the St. Anthony City Council approve the site
located at the open grass area south of the City Hall/Community Center building to be developed for use
as an Organics Recycling drop off site.
Scott Bentz
Parks Commission Chair
Approved by City Council January 23, 2018
St. Anthony Village Parks Commission
2018 Work Plan
The Parks Commission is a five member advisory commission, appointed by the City Council and is charged with the
following duties (City Code Chapter 32, Section 32.25):
(A) To prepare, revise, and maintain a comprehensive, long‐term plan for the redevelopment of parks within the
city. This plan shall be viewed as a working document that serves as a framework and reference to future
redevelopment;
(B) To make recommendations to and advise the City Council and staff regarding park issues and ideas;
(C) To establish priorities and recommend a phasing plan and schedule for implementing innovative park
improvements, renovations, and plans;
(D) To work with other communities to explore cooperative arrangements to develop connecting routes in the
form of bikeways, walking paths, and corridors of green space wherever possible;
(E) To investigate funding sources, including requests for increases in the city budget, designated for parks and
green spaces;
(F) To seek new areas for additional parks, natural areas, walking paths, bikeways, and green space corridors;
(G) To generate community involvement in the development of parks and their elements;
(H) To review and recommend revisions to the operation and maintenance of city parks; and
(I) To periodically review, re‐evaluate, and update the comprehensive park plan to reflect current and future
park needs of the city. (1993 Code, § 306.06)
In 2018, the Parks Commission will focus on the following items:
1. Review and making recommendations on parks, trails and open green space.
2. Review and making recommendations on proposed City Code amendments, Comprehensive Plan amendments
and other long range planning documents that deal with parks, trails and open space.
3. Among potential projects in 2018, the Parks Commission prioritized them in the following order (recognizing
that not all will be completed in 2018):
Explore sustainability initiatives
Explore pedestrian & bike friendly routes including sidewalks
Explore and assess pocket parks for added amenities (ie. Benches)
Joint Meeting with Planning Commission
Explore water conservation initiatives working with Rice Creek and MWMO watersheds, and
partner with schools for water conservation poster contest.
Explore Future upgrades to the current skate park to include total rehabilitation.
Promote Arbor Day and Tree City in 2018 activities.
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M E M O R A N D U M
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Parks Commission Members
FROM: Jay Hartman, Director of Public Works
RE: 2018 Parks Commission Meeting Schedule
The following is a list of the 2018 Parks Commission Meetings. Meetings occur quarterly on the 1st
Monday of the month unless noted. The meetings will be at City Hall Council Chambers starting at
7:00 pm.
February 26, 2018 Joint Meeting with Planning Commission 5:30 pm
March 5, 2018 Joint Meeting with City Council 5:30 pm
March 5, 2018 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
June 11, 2018 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
September 10, 2018 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
December 3, 2018 Normal Meeting at 7:00 pm
If you have any questions, please call me.
Thank you.
Jay Hartman
Director of Public Works
612-782-3314
***Work Session to follow regular meeting***
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PARKS COMMISSION CONTACT INFORMATION
Name Term End Date
Scott Bentz~Chair 12/31/18
3629 Roosevelt Street NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612‐655‐5347 (e‐mail) scott.bentz@savmn.com
Erin Jordahl Redlin~Vice Chair 12/31/19
3012 Armour Terrace
St. Anthony, MN 55418
651‐249‐4928 (e‐mail) erinjordalredlin@savmn.com
Therese Bellinger 12/31/18
2836 Roosevelt Street NE
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612‐889‐4147 (e‐mail) therese.bellinger@savmn.com
Sarah Ksiazek 12/31/19
3008 Crestview Drive
St. Anthony, MN 55418
612‐741‐0564 (e‐mail) sarah.ksiazek@savmn.com
Marnie Overman 12/31/19
3523 Edward Street
St. Anthony, MN 55418
651‐226‐5797 (e‐mail) marnie.overman@savmn.com
Staff Liaison: Jay Hartman
Public Works Director
Jay.hartman@savmn.com
612‐782‐3314
Dr. Cassandra Palmer Wendy Webster Tom Kuykendall
SANB School Board Community Services Director Sports Booster Rep
2405 Silver Lane, NE wwebster@stanthony.k12.mn.us 2500 30th Ave NE
St. Anthony, MN 55421 612‐706‐1166 St. Anthony, MN 55418
cpalmer@stanthony.k12.mn.us tjkuykendall@msn.com
Council Liaison: Thomas Randle
Tom.randle@savmn.com
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(O) The bylaws may be amended at any meeting of the Planning Commission by a quorum of the
Commission, provided that notice of the proposed amendment is given to each member in writing at least
2 weeks prior to the meeting. In addition, any amendment to the Planning Commission bylaws must be
approved by the City Council.
(1993 Code, § 305.07)
§ 32.08 CITY COUNCIL ACTION WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION OF THE PLANNING
COMMISSION.
If a matter is required to be referred to the Planning Commission and is referred to the Planning
Commission and if no recommendation is transmitted by the Planning Commission to the City Council
within 60 days after referral to the Planning Commission, the City Council may take action without the
recommendation. If a matter not required to be referred to the Planning Commission is referred to the
Planning Commission, the City Council may at any time take action without the recommendation of the
Planning Commission.
(1993 Code, § 305.08)
PARKS COMMISSION
§ 32.20 PURPOSE.
The City of St. Anthony does now operate and maintain public parks for the benefit and pleasure of its
residents. A City Parks Commission is hereby established to advise the City Council regarding the
promotion of the systematic, comprehensive, and effective development of park facilities necessary for
the overall health, ability, and well-being of city residents of all ages.
(1993 Code, § 306.01)
§ 32.21 MEMBERSHIP.
The Parks Commission will consist of 8 members, 5 voting and 3 nonvoting, all of whom will be
residents of the City of St. Anthony. Five of the 8 will be appointed by affirmative vote of a majority of
the members of the St. Anthony City Council. There will be 3 nonvoting liaison members, each
appointed by their respective organizations. The 3 liaisons will be appointed by the School Board of
District #282; St. Anthony Community Services; and, the Sports Boosters of St. Anthony Village.
(1993 Code, § 306.02)
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§ 32.22 TERMS OF OFFICE.
(A) Members appointed by the City Council will serve 3-year terms. The first Parks Commissioners
will be appointed as follows:
2 members 1-year terms
3 members 2-year terms
2 members 3-year terms
(B) Thereafter, members shall be appointed to 3-year terms when the original term of office expires,
except where a vacancy occurs in the middle of a term. In which case, the appointment will be for the
duration of the unexpired term. The 3 liaison members will serve at the pleasure of their respective
organizations and can be replaced at any time. Members of the Parks Commission shall be residents of
the City of St. Anthony throughout their term of office.
(1993 Code, § 306.03)
§ 32.23 VACANCIES.
(A) Any of the following will cause the office of a Parks Commission member to become vacated:
(1) Death;
(2) Disability or failure to serve;
(3) Removal of legal resident from the city;
(4) Resignation in writing;
(5) Failure to uphold the oath of office; and/or
(6) Failure to attend 4 or more scheduled meetings of the Parks Commission in a calendar year, unless
waived by the City Council after a written request from the Parks Commission member.
(B) The city will publish an open invitation to all residents interested in serving on the Parks
Commission to inform the City Manager in writing of their interest and desire to be interviewed for a seat
on the Parks Commission.
(1993 Code, §306.04)
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§ 32.24 COMPENSATION.
The Parks Commission members shall be compensated at $25 per meeting attended and the Chair will be
compensated at $35 per meeting attended. The compensation will be effective January 1, 2015.
(1993 Code, § 306.05) (Am. Ord. 2014-04, passed 11-10-2014)
§ 32.25 POWERS AND DUTIES.
The powers and duties of the Parks Commission shall be as follows:
(A) To prepare, revise, and maintain a comprehensive, long-term plan for the redevelopment of parks
within the city. This plan shall be viewed as a working document that serves as a framework and
reference to future redevelopment;
(B) To make recommendations to and advise the City Council and staff regarding park issues and ideas;
(C) To establish priorities and recommend a phasing plan and schedule for implementing innovative
park improvements, renovations, and plans;
(D) To work with other communities to explore cooperative arrangements to develop connecting routes
in the form of bikeways, walking paths, and corridors of green space wherever possible;
(E) To investigate funding sources, including requests for increases in the city budget, designated for
parks and green spaces;
(F) To seek new areas for additional parks, natural areas, walking paths, bikeways, and green space
corridors;
(G) To generate community involvement in the development of parks and their elements;
(H) To review and recommend revisions to the operation and maintenance of city parks; and
(I) To periodically review, re-evaluate, and update the comprehensive park plan to reflect current and
future park needs of the city.
(1993 Code, § 306.06)
§ 32.26 PARK COMMISSION BYLAWS.
(A) A schedule of meeting dates shall be established and changed or altered at any regularly scheduled
meeting between the Chair and Public Works Director.
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(B) Additional meetings may be held at any time upon the call of the Chair or by a majority of the voting
members of the Parks Commission or upon request of the City Council following at least 24 hours’ notice
to each member of the Commission and adhering to the requirements of the Open Meeting Law.
(C) Prior to the first regular meeting of each year, the City Council shall appoint a Chair and Vice Chair.
(Am. Ord. 2014-04, passed 11-10-2014)
(D) The duties and powers of the members of the Parks Commission shall be as follows:
(1) Chair:
(a) Preside at all meetings of the Parks Commission;
(b) Call, amend, or cancel meetings of the Parks Commission in accordance with the bylaws; and
(c) Review agenda with staff prior to the scheduled meeting.
(2) Vice Chair: during the absence, disability, or disqualification of the Chair, the Vice Chair shall
exercise or perform all the duties and be subject to all the responsibilities of the Chair; and
(3) Secretary: record the proceedings of all meetings.
(E) Matters referred to the Parks Commission by the City Council or School Board shall be placed on
the calendar for consideration and action at the first meeting of the Parks Commission after the referral.
(F) Three members of the Parks Commission shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
(G) Reconsideration of any decision of the Parks Commission may be had when the interested party for
the reconsideration makes a showing, satisfactory to the Chair and/or Public Works Director that without
fault on the part of the party, essential facts were not brought to the attention of the Parks Commission.
(H) Robert’s Rules of Order are hereby adopted for the government of the Parks Commission in all cases
not otherwise provided for in these bylaws. The bylaws can be amended at any meeting by a vote of the
majority of the entire membership of the Parks Commission, and by City Council and School Board
approval, provided 5 days§ notice has been given to each member of the Parks Commission.
(I) Deadline for filing for placement on the agenda for any related parks issue shall be exactly 1 week
prior to the meeting the applicant desires to be heard.
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(J) Any member of the Parks Commission who shall feel that he or she has a conflict of interest on any
matter that is before the Parks Commission shall voluntarily excuse himself or herself, vacate his or her
seat, and refrain from discussing and voting on item(s) in question.
(K) Any Parks Commissioner who has advanced knowledge that he or she will not be able to attend a
scheduled meeting of the Parks Commission, shall notify the Public Works Director at the earliest
possible opportunity and, in any event, prior to 3:30 p.m. on the date of the meeting. The Public Works
Director shall notify the Chair of the Parks Commission in the event that the projected absences will
produce a lack of quorum.
(L) The Vice Chair shall succeed the Chair if he or she vacates his or her office before his or her term is
completed; the Vice Chair to serve the unexpired term of the vacated office. A new Vice Chair shall be
elected at the next regular meeting.
(M) The bylaws may be amended at any meeting of the Parks Commission by a quorum of the Parks
Commission, provided that notice of the proposed amendment be given to each member in writing at
least 2 weeks prior to the meeting. In addition, any amendment to the Parks Commission bylaws must
be approved by the City Council and School Board.
(1993 Code, § 306.07)
§ 32.27 CITY COUNCIL ACTION WITHOUT RECOMMENDATION OF THE PARKS
COMMISSION.
If a matter is referred to the Parks Commission and if no recommendation is transmitted by the Parks
Commission to the City Council after referral to the Parks Commission, the City Council make take
action without the recommendation.
(1993 Code, § 306.08)
§ 32.28 REQUESTS.
All requests shall be submitted to the Planning Commission for review before the request is submitted to
the City Council.
(1993 Code, § 306.09)
§ 32.29 STAFF LIAISON.
The Public Works Director or designee will be the staff liaison to the Parks Commission.
(1993 Code, § 306.10)