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PARKS & ENVIRONMENTAL
COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 13, 2021 @ 7:00PM
Following guidance from state health officials, some commissioners may choose to participate in
upcoming meetings electronically pursuant to MN Stat. §13D.021.
Due to health concerns and limited seating, we encourage the use of our virtual option to attend
this meeting.
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Call To Order
Roll Call
Approval Of Agenda
Approval Of Minutes
June 7, 2021 Parks And Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes
PK 06.07.2021.PDF
Presentations
Silverwood Park Updates
Alyssa Baguss, Silverwood Park Supervisor presenting
091321 SAINT ANTHONY - ALYSSA BAGUSS SILVERWOOD
PRESENTATION 111.PDF
Citizens For Sustainability Updates
Lona Doolan presenting
CFS UPDATE TO PEC - SEPT 2021.PDF
Pickleball Updates
Chad Gillard presenting
Commission Reports
Other Business
Upcoming Meetings
December 6, 2021
Options To Dedicate Silver Lane Tennis Courts To Pickleball Courts
Jeremy Gumke, Public Works Director presenting
COVER COURT TENNIS TO PICKLEBALL.PDF
Proposal To Adopt Wild Turkey Management Plan
Charlie Yunker, City Manager presenting
WILD TURKEY PACKET.PDF
Central Park Safety Netting Discussion
Charlie Yunker, City Manager presenting
Community Forum
Individuals may address the Parks Commission about any City business 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.
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3313 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
using 711 Relay.
Our Mission is to be a progressive and welcoming Village that is walkable, sustainable and safe.
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGEPARKS & ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING AGENDAMonday, September 13, 2021 @ 7:00PM Following guidance from state health officials, some commissioners may choose to participate in upcoming meetings electronically pursuant to MN Stat. §13D.021.Due to health concerns and limited seating, we encourage the use of our virtual option to attend this meeting. Join Meeting via ZoomCall To OrderRoll CallApproval Of AgendaApproval Of MinutesJune 7, 2021 Parks And Environmental Commission Meeting MinutesPK 06.07.2021.PDFPresentationsSilverwood Park UpdatesAlyssa Baguss, Silverwood Park Supervisor presenting
091321 SAINT ANTHONY - ALYSSA BAGUSS SILVERWOOD
PRESENTATION 111.PDF
Citizens For Sustainability Updates
Lona Doolan presenting
CFS UPDATE TO PEC - SEPT 2021.PDF
Pickleball Updates
Chad Gillard presenting
Commission Reports
Other Business
Upcoming Meetings
December 6, 2021
Options To Dedicate Silver Lane Tennis Courts To Pickleball Courts
Jeremy Gumke, Public Works Director presenting
COVER COURT TENNIS TO PICKLEBALL.PDF
Proposal To Adopt Wild Turkey Management Plan
Charlie Yunker, City Manager presenting
WILD TURKEY PACKET.PDF
Central Park Safety Netting Discussion
Charlie Yunker, City Manager presenting
Community Forum
Individuals may address the Parks Commission about any City business 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.
Adjournment
If you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk
at 612 -782 -3313 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by
using 711 Relay.
Our Mission is to be a progressive and welcoming Village that is walkable, sustainable and safe.
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CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY VILLAGEPARKS & ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING AGENDAMonday, September 13, 2021 @ 7:00PM Following guidance from state health officials, some commissioners may choose to participate in upcoming meetings electronically pursuant to MN Stat. §13D.021.Due to health concerns and limited seating, we encourage the use of our virtual option to attend this meeting. Join Meeting via ZoomCall To OrderRoll CallApproval Of AgendaApproval Of MinutesJune 7, 2021 Parks And Environmental Commission Meeting MinutesPK 06.07.2021.PDFPresentationsSilverwood Park UpdatesAlyssa Baguss, Silverwood Park Supervisor presenting091321 SAINT ANTHONY - ALYSSA BAGUSS SILVERWOOD PRESENTATION 111.PDFCitizens For Sustainability UpdatesLona Doolan presentingCFS UPDATE TO PEC - SEPT 2021.PDFPickleball UpdatesChad Gillard presentingCommission ReportsOther BusinessUpcoming MeetingsDecember 6, 2021Options To Dedicate Silver Lane Tennis Courts To Pickleball CourtsJeremy Gumke, Public Works Director presentingCOVER COURT TENNIS TO PICKLEBALL.PDFProposal To Adopt Wild Turkey Management PlanCharlie Yunker, City Manager presentingWILD TURKEY PACKET.PDFCentral Park Safety Netting DiscussionCharlie Yunker, City Manager presentingCommunity ForumIndividuals may address the Parks Commission about any City business 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. AdjournmentIf you would like to request special accommodations or alternative formats, please contact the City Clerk at 612 -782 -3313 or email city@savmn.com . People who are deaf or hard of hearing can contact us by using 711 Relay.
Our Mission is to be a progressive and welcoming Village that is walkable, sustainable and safe.
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1 CITY OF ST. ANTHONY
2 PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING
3 JUNE 7, 2021
4 7:00 p.m.
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I.6 CALL TO ORDER.
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8 Chairperson Bellinger called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
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II.10 ROLL CALL.
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12 Commissioners Present:Chair Therese Bellinger, Commissioners Michael Guest, James Niemi,
13 and Renee Reed.
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15 Absent:Commissioner Patrick Penner and Cassandra Palmer.
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17 Also Present: Councilmember Walker, School District Representative Troy Urdahl,
18 Silverwood Park Supervisor Alyssa Baguss, Cary Zahrbock, Citizens
19 for Sustainability and Friends of the Parks Lona Doolan, Minnesota
20 Water Stewards Anita Davis, City Manager Charlie Yunker, and
21 Public Works Director Jeremy Gumke.
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III.24 INTRODUCTION OF MEMBERS.
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26 IV.APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 7, 2021 PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL
27 COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA.
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29 Motion by Commissioner Guest seconded by Commissioner Reed, to approve the June 7,
30 2021 Parks and Environmental Commission agenda.
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32 Motion carried unanimously.
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34 V.APPROVAL OF THE MARCH 8, 2021 REGULAR PARKS AND ENVIRONMENTAL
35 COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES.
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37 Motion by Commissioner Guest, seconded by Commissioner Reed, to approve March 8, 2021
38 Regular Parks and Environmental Commission Meeting Minutes as presented.
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40 Motion carried unanimously.
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42 VI.PRESENTATIONS.
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A.44 Central Park Drain Tile Project and Stadium Field and Turf Project Update
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46 St. Anthony New Brighton Schools Director of Athletics Troy Urdahl. He stated it has been a
47 fast two years since the stadium project began. He is doing his report from the stadium. The
48 bleacher progress was shown. There is asphalt on the track all the way around. The majority
49 of the turf has been installed and they are one week into the process. The designs will be cut
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1 into the turf in the next two weeks. The fencing should be completed this week. By mid-July
2 the track should be competition-ready. The practice field has been graded and is now ready for
3 irrigation and seed and that field will be ready for use by Spring of 2022. The stadium field is
4 ahead of schedule however the concession building is behind schedule and should begin mid-
5 week. Part of the project is triple jump, long jump and pole vault. He showed where the shot
6 put and discus will be located. There is no more heavy equipment on site. Peterson
7 Companies, the general contractor did an excellent job.
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9 Commissioner Guest asked when the walking path would be completed and Mr. Urdahl stated
10 that path has already been restored with the remainder piece being completed by August, after
11 the concession building is completed.
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13 Commissioner Reed asked about soccer and whether games will be played on the field and
14 Mr. Urdahl stated the field will be sized and lined for soccer, lacrosse, football, baseball and
15 softball. Mr. Urdahl stated different colors are used for the different sports when lining the
16 field.
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18 Commissioner Guest asked what the temperature of the field was now with the heat outside
19 and Mr. Urdahl stated he could not feel a difference between the track and the field. On a hot
20 day the track will become warmer due to the dark color and also the synthetic turf.
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22 Commissioner Reed asked if the bleachers are the same size as before and Mr. Urdahl stated
23 they may appear larger, they have a steeper pitch, but are slightly smaller as to number of
24 people the bleacher will accommodate. The visitor’s bleachers will be updated.
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26 Commissioner Guest stated he went there and noticed the progress moved very fast. Mr.
27 Urdahl stated the contractor and architect did a very good job and they said they never worked
28 in a more supportive or friendlier community than St. Anthony.
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30 Chair Bellinger thanked Troy for his live presentation.
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B.32 Silverwood Park Updates
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34 Silverwood Park Supervisor Alyssa Baguss reviewed the Mission of the Three Rivers Park
35 District in a Power Point Presentation. The Silverwood Summer Concert Series will occur
36 Wednesdays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. from June 23 – August 4, 2021. The Gallery Exhibition
37 featuring Karen Lutsky UMN will be on display from June 10 – July 31, 2021. The 2021
38 Summer Camps at Silverwood Park will run June – August. The event center will host 60+
39 events in 2021 with 40 already booked for 2022. Gathering restrictions and the mask mandate
40 were lifted as of May 28. Weddings are back in full swing. There are 4 New Small Gatherings
41 spaces which will accommodate up to 50 people. These outdoor spaces are available from
42 April – October. There is a 4-hour rental period with reduced pricing.
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44 Ms. Baguss stated the Silverwood Park Café is open every day from 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and
45 features local and organic coffee drinks, kombucha on tap and baked goods. There is a 50%
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1 student discount weekdays from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Trivia is held on the patio at 7:00 p.m.
2 every third Thursday from June – September.
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4 Canoes and kayaks are available for reservation rentals from 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. and include
5 Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays through Labor Day. Online reservations are available. The
6 cost is $15 for two hours.
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8 The forest bathing trail has received its final, artist-designed signage and certified designation
9 (becoming the first in the State). There are 8 new self-guided stops to learn about the
10 landscape on the Natural History Trail.
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12 Commissioner Reed thanked Alyssa for speaking about the forest bathing trail. It is a very
13 nice place to sit.
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C.15 Bike/Walking Path and Kenzie Terrace Park
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17 Ms. Cary Zahrbock presented a Neighborhood Proposal to St. Anthony Village Parks and
18 Environmental Commission by a Power Point presentation. The presentation included
19 suggestions for bike/walking path and Kenzie Terrace Park. Ms. Zahrbock reviewed the
20 recommendation for South St. Anthony between Stinson Blvd., St. Anthony Blvd., and
21 Kenzie Terrace describing current and growing population and bike/walking paths.
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23 Ms. Zahrbock provided a street map showing the parks in St. Anthony Village as well as a list
24 of the parks in South St. Anthony which there are none. The closest parks are Trillium Park
25 which is surrounded by busy streets and highway – no amenities, and Silver Point Park which
26 is best reached by car or the County Road C sidewalk.
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28 A street map showing neighbors learned of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan was also provided.
29 The location of a Triangle Lot along with pictures was shown.
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31 Ms. Zahrbock reviewed the neighborhood recommendations as:
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33 Develop bike/walking path along alley south of 27th Avenue NE between Stinson and
34 Kenzie Terrace.
o35 Provide safe access for bicycles between Stinson and access to Grand Rounds.
o36 Provide safe walking access for Development 65 and Urban Grove residents.
o37 Provide walking access for South St. Anthony residents.
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39 Implement 2030 Comprehensive Plan for Park at 2701 Kenzie Terrace.
o40 Provide “destination” connected to Grand Rounds.
o41 Provide green space to use as a community gathering space.
o42 Provide safe walking paths for seniors and other community members.
o43 Provide playground space for SOSA children and child visitors of seniors.
o44 Engage residents for additional specific suggestions.
o45 Suggest thinking about fencing to provide sound barrier and support safety due
46 to proximity to busy Kenzie Terrace.
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2 The recommendations were summarized:
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4 Support St. Anthony’s Mission to be a progressive and welcoming village that is
5 walkable, sustainable and safe.
6 Support Park and Environmental Commission’s priorities of walking and bike paths.
7 Support goal of connections to Grand Rounds.
8 Support quality of life for residents.
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10 Commissioner Niemi asked if the triangle property is owned by someone. Ms. Zahrbock
11 stated it is currently owned by Tom Archambault. The property would need to be purchased to
12 develop a park.
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14 Commissioner Reed asked if Tom Archambault was aware of these recommendations. Ms.
15 Zahrbock stated he is not aware of the recommendation or that it was part of the
16 comprehensive plan.
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18 Commissioner Guest asked if this property is available since the plan for a carwash was
19 denied. Ms. Zahrbock stated she does not know.
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21 City Manager stated there are some people online that wish to speak. He stated he reviewed
22 the comprehensive plan and how this parcel was referenced. There was a section regarding
23 Kenzie and the plan was that the mobile home park was planned to be redeveloped. The park
24 would be part of that.
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26 Mr. Tom Archambault stated he was made aware of this a short time ago as far as the
27 neighbor’s plan. He has owned the property since 2016. This is zoned commercial and he has
28 been looking at other alternatives of what to do with the property. Everything is for sale for a
29 price. He is willing to have conversations with the neighbors and City staff.
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31 Chair Bellinger thanked Ms. Zahrbock for her presentation. The Commission will speak
32 among themselves. The Commission will get back to Ms. Zahrbock on what is discussed in
33 August. Ms. Zahrbock was invited to forward any additional information to Chair Bellinger.
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35 Ms. Susan Guthrie and Mr. Tom Deegan – lives near the triangle property. In looking at the
36 2030 Comprehensive Plan, he has spoken with the Met Council (Mike Larson). He stated
37 there is a capital project for St. Anthony Blvd. Now would be the time to make something
38 available on the south side of St. Anthony. He also spoke with development 65. There will be
39 1000 seniors once all development is completed. There would be no connection to anything
40 outside of the complex.
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42 Commissioner Reed stated this reminds her of the pickle ball court issue. Where does this
43 request go from here? Does the Commission need to recommend to the City Council or does
44 Cary go to the City Council directly?
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1 City Manager Yunker stated the neighborhood group can present to the Commission. There is
2 a joint meeting with the City Council where bike trails are on the agenda to be discussed. That
3 would be the next step so there can be a discussion between the Commission and the Council.
4 The meeting is scheduled for August 30, 2021. This meeting is open to the public for
5 listening.
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7 Councilmember Walker asked if a presentation should be given at the joint meeting. City
8 Manager Yunker stated he would include this presentation in the work session packet.
9 Councilmember Walker asked if there would be opportunity for public comment. Mr. Yunker
10 stated there is no public comment at a work session. This would be an opportunity for the
11 Commission and Council to be on the same page regarding this proposal.
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13 Commissioner Niemi asked if there is any other city-owned property that would be available.
14 Mr. Yunker stated there is one lot the former bowling alley site. The City’s goal was to bring
15 in affordable housing on that lot. That is the only parcel that is not privately owned.
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17 Chair Bellinger stated she thinks it is a good idea.
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D.19 Friends of the Parks Update
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21 Ms. Lona Doolan, 3511 Harding Street, appeared before the Commission to provide the
22 Friends of the Parks Update. Also present was Anita Davis. Ms. Doolan provided a Power
23 Point presentation providing Silver Point and Trillium Park Updates.
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25 The work done this Spring in Silver Point Park included:
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27 Bee Lawn
28 Removed dandelions and larger weeds.
29 Mowed and removed excessive duff.
30 Seeded White Dutch Clover in bare patches.
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32 Seeded Pollinator Garden
33 Removed dandelions and larger weeds.
34 Seeded annual flowers.
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36 Native Pollinator Garden
37 Removed weeds.
38 Cut larger holes for growing plants.
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40 Photographs were shown of the Native Garden and the Seeded Garden.
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42 Ms. Anita Davis, Minnesota Water Stewards, provided a site assessment of the raingarden at
43 Trillium Park. She showed the location of the raingarden in Trillium Park which is 25 feet
44 southeast of culvert. She added the size will be constrained by existing trees and slope of the
45 east side hill. The size of the drain field contains a drainage area of approximately .1 acres.
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1 Given 43,560 sq. ft./acre, the raingarden will be sized to accommodate 4,356 sq. ft. of
2 drainage.
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4 The result of the 2-day Percolation Test was at least 24 inches of infiltration per day. The soil
5 composition was observed to be compact and contain clay. Based on percolation and soil
6 testing results, no amendments to the soil are needed.
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8 The size of the rain garden is planned to be 15’ x 10’ and “bean-shaped” which would amount
9 to approximately 135 square feet. The installation plans would include:
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11 10” of soil will be removed.
12 2” of compost will be added to soil (.833 cubic yards).
13 Area will be raked to achieve proper slope.
14 Shrubs will be planted.
15 2” of mulch will be added (.833 cubic yards).
16 Plants will require water this first season.
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18 A site design plan was provided for Commission review along with a plant selection chart. A
19 request for a change to Trillium Park includes removal of 3 or 4 Euonymus bushes to drain all
20 of the problem area into raingarden. A detailed raingarden at Trillium Park – Site Assessment
21 was provided for the Commission.
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23 Chair Bellinger asked if all the work will be done by Friends of the Parks. Ms. Davis stated
24 Jeremy will excavate the raingarden. She and her partner will be doing the work on the
25 raingarden. Work crews will be arranged and may include some high school students.
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27 Commissioner Reed asked if when she is referring to teams does she mean volunteers and Ms.
28 Davis stated they would be volunteers.
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30 Chair Bellinger asked how volunteers would be found and Ms. Doolan stated they will be
31 reaching out to Kiwanis and other groups.
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33 Ms. Doolan reviewed a request for Trillium Park Change for removal of 3 or 4 Euonymus
34 bushes to drain all of problem area into raingarden. This would lower the elevation and allow
35 the entire area to drain. Mr. Gumke asked if that would increase the size of the raingarden and
36 Ms. Doolan stated it would increase the flow. Ms. Doolan stated there is a lot of buckthorn in
37 the area that should be removed.
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39 Chair Bellinger asked who would maintain and Ms. Doolan stated the Village Gardeners
40 would maintain the plantings. A shrub planting will reduce the amount of maintenance
41 needed.
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E.43 Citizens for Sustainability Update
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1 Ms. Lona Doolan, 3511 Harding Street, appeared before the Commission to provide the
2 Citizens for Sustainability Update. A Power Point presentation was given to the Commission
3 which reviews the solar demonstration proposal and 2021 grant application.
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5 Ms. Doolan noted ISD 282 has been awarded a Hennepin County Green Partners
6 Environmental Education grant for school years 2019 – 2021. The focus of the grant is to
7 increase environmental awareness and provide opportunities for students to engage in projects
8 that directly impact the environment in which they live and promote student leadership.
9 Project selection will be determined by Project Stakeholders working in partnership with
10 Olivia Cashman, Green Partners liaison. The expected outcomes were reviewed. There are
11 three milestones yet to be met. Climate Science Training for MIS Teacher, Solar installation
12 in Central Park and Final Report/Grant Closure.
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14 The Central Park Solar Demonstration will be a City/School collaboration. Three sites were
15 considered. The Pavilion Rooftop was selected. They will be working with Ben Maki, Live
16 Wire Electrical Services. The demonstration proposal for 2021 installation was provided at a
17 total cost of $4,000. The process was reviewed including St. Anthony City Council approval
18 on June 22, 2021. The Xcel application process will take 8 weeks. The St. Anthony permit
19 process is TBD. Payment by the grant close date of August 31, 2021 and tentative installation
20 planned for September 2021.
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22 The solar equipment will be owned and maintained by the City. The information on the
23 warranties for the equipment was provided. Ms. Doolan provided a full installation proposal
24 for future consideration, that would include 49 panels and inverters at a cost of $38,700.
25 Based on 2021 incentive programs, payback of the original investment would be in 6 years. 49
26 panels would produce more energy than the pavilion uses, and credit may be applied toward
27 energy use in nearby city facilities. A pay back projection on a full installation was provided.
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29 Chair Bellinger congratulated Ms. Doolan.
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31 Motion by Commissioner Guest, seconded by Commissioner Reed, to recommend to the City
32 Council to move ahead with the Demonstration Solar Project.
33 Motion carried unanimously.
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35 Ms. Doolan provided the CFS Roadmap. The guidelines for the Hennepin County Green
36 Partners Environmental Action Project Grant Application were reviewed. This grant provides
37 funds for adult education. They would like to put together a zero waste kit for residential
38 applications and do outreach. They would like to do a Zero Waste Challenge. They have
39 created long term goal to reduce CO2 emissions. CFS will partner with Clean Energy
40 Resource Teams to compare solar options available to homeowners.
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F.42 Staff Recommendation on Request for Walking Path from Trillium Park to
43 Silver Point Park
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45 Public Works Director Jeremy Gumke reviewed at its February 22, 2021 Work Session, the
46 Parks Commission asked staff to make a recommendation on a request from Citizens for
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1 Sustainability on a walking path from Trillium Park to Silver Point Park. A map showing the
2 rough placement of the requested trail was presented. There is a spot at the southeast corner of
3 the fence apparently configured for a future gate if desired.
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5 Staff has reviewed this request and does not recommend installing a walking path from
6 Trillium Park to Silver Point Park. This recommendation is due to the following conditions:
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8 Entry to Silver Point Park at 2832 Hwy 88 would require an easement on private
9 property and Hennepin County Right-Of-Way.
10 Existing topographic conditions in the park make a pedestrian entry point difficult.
11 There would be no safety barrier between pedestrians and the high-speed traffic on
12 Hwy 88.
13 A new entry gate may make the frontage road a desirable parking area for park users,
14 introducing parking issues for the local residents.
15 There is existing sidewalk connection between Trillium and Silver Point Parks via
16 Silver Lake Road.
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18 Mr. Gumke reviewed if the Commission’s consensus is to follow staff’s recommendation, no
19 further action is needed. If the Commission’s consensus is there is a need for the walking
20 path, a recommendation from the Commission to the City Council in the form of a motion is
21 needed.
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23 Chair Bellinger asked the Commission’s comments regarding the staff recommendation.
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25 Commissioner Guest suggested any recommendation be tabled until the CFS can come up
26 with an alternative and present to the Commission.
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28 Commissioner Niemi asked what Hennepin County right-of-way entails. Mr. Gumke stated
29 the right-of-way is owned by Hennepin County. There are six properties that are adjacent to
30 Hennepin County right-of-way. Either an easement acquisition or a Hennepin County project
31 would affect the right-of-way.
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33 Chair Bellinger stated the park is difficult to get to and it is difficult for residents to use.
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35 Commissioner Reed stated when there are games at Silver Point Park there are cars parked on
36 the road as the parking lot is limited. There are people walking along the road to their
37 vehicles. This is a safety issue.
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39 City Manager Yunker stated that was a concern about adding the trail on the other side of the
40 park. Cars would be parked on both sides of the street.
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42 Chair Bellinger stated there has been a suggestion to table the recommendation to the City
43 Council.
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45 Commissioner Reed stated when they had the tour it came up as a good way to access Silver
46 Point Park. She would like to see an alternative to make this work.
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1 Chair Bellinger asked if more time is needed to consider the options.
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3 Commissioner Niemi stated there are too many obstacles with the current plan.
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5 Commissioner Reed stated this could always be brought up again if other suggestions are
6 made.
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8 Commissioner Guest stated he would be fine to let it slide for now. He understands the
9 challenges. There is a desire to have more access to the parks.
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11 Motion by Commissioner Niemi, seconded by Commissioner Reed, to deny the request for a
12 walking path from Trillium Park to Silver Point Park.
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14 Motion carried unanimously.
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16 VII.COMMISSION REPORTS
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18 Mr. Gumke stated the splash pad opened on May 21, 2021. The City is working with WSB on
19 a city-wide park assessment on the three major parks. The report should be delivered later this
20 summer. The reconstruction of the tennis courts began on May 24, 2021.
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22 Commissioner Reed asked if there is an update on the pickle ball request and Mr. Gumke
23 stated there is no update.
24
25 Commissioner Guest asked who owns the property just west of the Apache Animal Hospital.
26 Mr. Gumke stated the City of St. Anthony owns that. Commissioner Guest stated the
27 suggestion was made to use that as a potential dog park.
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29 Commissioner Niemi asked if there was a feasibility study on a dog park in St. Anthony.
30 Chair Bellinger stated there is really no place to have a successful dog park in St. Anthony.
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32 Commissioner Guest stated there are dog parks that are smaller than that parcel next to the
33 Animal Hospital. Chair Bellinger stated Hennepin County had done the dog park assessment.
34 Commissioner Reed suggested Hennepin County do an assessment on that parcel. Chair
35 Bellinger stated when Jane was here it was found just not to be feasible. Commissioner Reed
36 asked if the City has plans for that parcel. Mr. Gumke stated he is looking at the Ramsey
37 County interactive property map and noted the Apache Animal Hospital owns the adjacent
38 property and the railroad owns a portion. This is probably railroad right-of-way.
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40 If Commissioners are asked about that parcel, they can say that property is owned by the
41 Apache Animal Hospital and the Railroad.
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43 Councilmember Walker asked when the tennis courts would be available for use and Mr.
44 Gumke stated he is unable to pin down a date. There are three things that need to be
45 completed before the nets can be installed.
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1 Commissioner Niemi asked Troy if the Commission could have a tour when the stadium is
2 complete and he stated that is definitely possible.
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4 Mr. Yunker stated Councilmember Walker had asked about dedicating the tennis courts near
5 Culvers to pickle ball exclusively. He asked what the thoughts of the Commission were.
6 Chair Bellinger stated she did not have any objection. Commissioner Niemi asked how often
7 that court is used for tennis. Councilmember Walker stated whenever he goes by the
8 pickleball nets are hung and the courts are used for pickleball. He does not know where tennis
9 is being played. Commissioner Reed stated when the presentation was made the Commission
10 looked at the Central Park courts for both pickle ball and tennis. She likes the idea of the
11 Culvers court being used for pickle ball. Commissioner Niemi agreed. Mr. Yunker stated
12 staff will research on what it would take to dedicate it to pickle ball. Commissioner Reed
13 suggested lights be researched also.
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15 VIII.OTHER BUSINESS
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17 2021 Meeting Dates
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19 The list of 2021 Parks and Environmental Commission Meetings which occur quarterly on the
20 first Monday of the month unless noted, will begin at 7:00 p.m. at the City Hall Council
21 Chambers.
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23 August 30, 2021 – Worksession with the City Council.
24 September 13, 2021
25 December 6, 2021
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27 IX.COMMUNITY FORUM – NONE.
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29 X. ADJOURNMENT.
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31 Motion by Commissioner Niemi, seconded by Commissioner Reed to adjourn the June 7,
32 2021 meeting of the Parks and Environmental Commission at 9:30 p.m.
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34 Motion carried unanimously
35
36 Respectfully submitted,
37 Debbie Wolfe
38 TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc.
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Silverwood Park
Saint Anthony, Mn
Alyssa Baguss, Silverwood Park Supervisor
2500 County Road E West, St. Anthony, MN 55421
763-694-2084
Alyssa.Baguss@threeriversparks.org
The mission of Three
Rivers Park District is
to promote
environmental
stewardship through
recreation and
education in a natural
resources-based park
system. It
encompasses over
27,000 acres of parks
and trails and serves
millions of visitors
annually.
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Celebrating 12 years bringing art and nature together!
NEW IN THE
GALLERY in 2021
Gallery Exhibitions
Laboratory by Areca Roe
on view through September 30, 2021
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Gallery Exhibitions
Inside, Out by Grant McFarland and Anna Van Voorhis
on view through September 30, 2021
Outdoor Sculpture
Encountering the Subtle Threshold by Erin Paradis
on view daily from 5 am –10 pm
4
New this fall:
barrel-fired
ceramics
workshop
60+ events coming up in 2022!
Plenty still on the books for 2021
Weddings are happening in full
swing!
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Next Rental Open House:
November 1st
*Reservations for 2023 open*
January 2nd, 2022
For up-to-date calendars and
rental information, contact
silverwoodevents@threeriversparks.org
SILVERWOOD PARK
CAFE
Full café menu available every day, 9 AM –8 PM
Enjoy local and organic coffee drinks, kombucha on tap, and
baked goods
50% student discount, weekdays from 2 –4 PM
Last chance for patio trivia! September 16th, 7 PM
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SILVERWOOD PARK
VISITOR CENTER
Winter hours coming soon:
9 AM –5 PM
Coming in October:612 Sauna Society
Residency at Silverwood Park
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Silverwood Park
Saint Anthony, Mn
Alyssa Baguss, Silverwood Park Supervisor
2500 County Road E West, St. Anthony, MN 55421
763-694-2084
Alyssa.Baguss@threeriversparks.org
9/8/2021
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Citizens for
Sustainability
Parks &
Environmental
Commission Update
September 13, 2021
Citizens working to create a resilient and sustainable community
Status:
•Contract with Live Wire Electrical Services
•Paid invoice, includes workshop for teachers
•In Excel planning phase
Request to city:
•Plan to fund full installation in 2022 Planning process
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Central Park Pavilion Solar Installation
9/8/2021
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3
CERTS Grant Opportunity
2040 Comp Plan Emission Goals:
1.City-wide CO2 emissions reduction goal of 80% (2005 baseline).
2.CO2 emissions reduction goal of 100% (2005 baseline) for city facilities.
Grant Opportunity:
•$2,000-$5,000 grant, to cover labor, minor materials and supplies
•Open to nonprofit organizations and local governments
•Community-based project, related to energy reduction
•Applications due October 8th, 4 pm
•Projects run December 2021 –December 2022
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Project Proposal
•Series of community events / workshops
•Promote energy efficiency and conservation, renewable energy options, and
electric vehicles
On the Road to Lower Emissions
•Energy efficiency workshop
•MRES Tiny Solar House demonstration
•Electric car and bike show
•Tour a Passive Home
•Energy Fair (solar, geothermal, energy storage)
MEMORANDUM
To:City of Saint Anthony Village Parks & Environmental Commission
From:Jeremy Gumke, Public Works Director
Date:September 13, 2021 Parks & Environmental Commission Meeting
Request:Options to Dedicate Silver Lane Tennis Courts to Pickleball Courts
BACKGROUND
Saint Anthony has experienced a growing interest in Pickleball, and the Parks & Environmental Commission has
been presented with updates on the topic. At its previous regular meeting on June 7, 2021, the Commission
asked staff to bring forward options for dedicating the Silver Lane courts currently configured for a single Tennis
courts and shared with striping for two Pickleball courts with movable nets.
Since the previous meeting, a resident passed on
concerns to a Commissioner on the condition of
that court, noting that significant cracks have
reformed in areas that have been previously
repaired. Picture at right for reference.
This should also be taken into consideration for
any recommended action to change the use or
reconfiguration of the courts.
OVERVIEW
Given the request and the conditions of the
courts, staff identified three options with cost
estimates for repairs and possible transition to
dedicated Pickleball at the Silver Lane site:
Option 1 Repair the cracks by filling them with a crack seal material and
maintaining the court as is (shared tennis court and two pickleball courts)
$1,500 - $2,000
Option 2 Repair the cracks by filling them with a crack seal material and resurface
to eliminate the tennis court lines (two or possibly four pickleball courts)
$15,000 - $20,000
Option 3 Fully reconstruct the court, painting only pickleball court lines, possibly
adding overhead lighting, and adding to the playing surface area (four or
possibly eight pickleball courts, if desired).
$40,000 - $90,000
RECOMMENDATION
Staff’s recommendation at this time is Option 1. This repairs the cracks to address safety concerns, and the
courts will remain playable. It is important to note that the crack filling is a temporary solution and the repairs
would not be expected to last beyond three to five years.
Staff recommends further discussion before Options 2 or 3 are considered, as Option 2 is also temporary and
both may lead to usage outgrowing the original intent of the single court and the available parking. This would
also allow for time for additional discussions on expansion of Pickleball courts in Saint Anthony and where the
appropriate location would be, should that be pursued.
DISCUSSION ITEMS FOR COMMISSION FEEDBACK
Below are the specific items for discussion and feedback for staff and/or the City Council:
Does the Commission support Option 1 at this time and continuing discussions on the desired scope and
location for Pickleball in the City?
Does the Commission support another option at this time?
NEXT STEPS
1.If Options 1 is approved, staff will coordinate the work with internal staff and/or contractor to complete
the work.
2.Staff will bring any other Parks & Environmental Commission recommendation to a future City Council
meeting for consideration.
MEMORANDUM
To: City of Saint Anthony Village Parks & Environmental Commission
From: Charlie Yunker, City Manager
Date: September 13, 2021 Parks & Environmental Commission Work Session
Request: Proposal to Adopt Wild Turkey Management Plan
BACKGROUND
In the fall of 2020 staff was contacted by residents that were encountering difficulties in managing wild turkeys
on and near their property. The turkeys were causing a nuisance to the residents and the neighborhood, and
deterrence techniques were not effective in relocating the flock.
Staff took some time to research options for removal of the turkeys and found that residents do not have
options for professional removal services for turkeys. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is currently the
only organization able to perform removals, and they will only do so if a city has a formal management plan in
place. This plan allows for a city to request a removal permit for public property, or on behalf of a
resident/business owner of private property, to have the USDA perform removal if determined to be necessary.
To date, wild turkeys have not presented a significant problem on any city-owned property.
Staff received guidance from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources on implementing a Wild Turkey
Management Plan, and was provided with a template plan and a workflow document that detailed the steps
needed for adoption of a plan. A draft plan was presented to the City Council at their May 11, 2021 Work
Session, and direction was given to staff to proceed with drafting a final plan to present for approval.
Staff subsequently received feedback on the draft plan from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and
incorporated those comments into the current draft.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff is recommending the adoption of a Wild Turkey Management Plan in order to give private property owners
an option for wild turkey removal when all other avenues for deterrence have been exhausted. There is a cost
associated with removal, and staff is recommending that cost be the responsibility of the property owner. Staff
recommends not implementing a fee for the City permit, as the staff time to process is anticipated to be
minimal. The permit fee and removal cost can be re-evaluated at any time.
This also gives the City an option for removal should wild turkeys present an issue on publicly-owned property in
the future.
DISCUSSION ITEMS FOR COMMISSION FEEDBACK
Below are the specific items for discussion and feedback for the City Council:
• Does the Commission support the adoption of a Wild Turkey Management Plan?
NEXT STEPS
1. Staff will bring the final draft and Parks & Environmental Commission comments to a future City Council
meeting for consideration to adopt and implement.
2. If adopted, information on wild turkey management will be added to the City website and included in an
edition of the City newsletter
ATTACHMENTS:
• Draft Wild Turkey Management Plan
A WILD TURKEY MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE CITY OF SAINT ANTHONY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
City of Saint Anthony Wild Turkey Management Concerns
1.1 Wild Turkey Habitat Use and Population Estimate
1.2 Visitation and Recreation Areas
1.3 Concentrated Habitat Use and Human Safety Issues
1.3.1 Proximity Sensitive Areas
Wild Turkey Management Recommendations
2.1 Goals and Measures
2.2 Geographic Scope
2.3 Management Techniques
2.3.1 Population Reduction
2.3.2 Tracking Management Activities for Future Adjustments
2.3.3 Habitat Modification
2.3.4 Temporary Physical Barriers
2.3.5 Permanent Physical Barriers
2.3.6 Redistribution Techniques
2.3.7 Excrement Removal in Roost Areas
2.4 Public Information
2.5 Partner Relationships and Permit Requirements
Appendices:
Appendix A: City of Saint Anthony Context and Land Cover Map
Appendix B: Management Activity Tracking Form
1. City of Saint Anthony Wild Turkey Management Concerns
1.1 Wild Turkey Habitat Use and Population Estimate
The City is fully developed with areas of public recreation and pockets of open space that are conducive
to turkey populations, so wild turkeys are found in areas of the city. Nesting occurs in a variety of
habitats including wooded and marsh areas and thick shrubbery public and private property. Newly
hatched broods tend to feed within the city boundary areas and in communities that border Saint
Anthony. After their flightless period of a few days, wild turkeys are more mobile and frequently use
private and public property for dusting, roosting and feeding.
The City of Saint Anthony does not monitor wild turkey populations annually. City protocol is to respond
and assist residents when an issue arises due to a large flock of wild turkeys or unique situations that
create a public safety and/or public health issue.
1.2 Visitation and Recreation Areas
Flocks of wild turkeys can be found in our parks, playgrounds, roads, parking lots, wooded areas, and
other public and private property.
1.3 Concentrated Habitat Use and Human Safety Issues
Areas in which wild turkeys can cause damage or health and human safety issues include public
property, private residential property and business property throughout the city. Turkeys can be difficult
to deter and can become aggressive with people.
1.3.1 Proximity Sensitive areas
Because our wild turkey removal plan is based on managing specific problem areas only and not an
annual removal program, all property at any potential location will have sensitivity issues. Therefore,
staff will not support the use of firearms for the removal of problem turkeys unless directed by Public
Safety staff in very specific situations that have no other options. Generally a drop net process or baited
traps will be utilized. Depending on the types of baited traps used, this process may attract non-target
wildlife and domestic pets. Contracted services for wild turkey removal will employ strategies and
systems that minimize the impact to all other domestic and wild animals.
2. Wild Turkey Management Recommendations
2.1 Goals and Measures
The City of Saint Anthony’s Wild Turkey Management Plan is designed for problem area response due to
wild turkey issues when identified by residents and city staff. This is not a citywide annual removal
process plan. The two primary areas of concern are public safety and property damage.
Staff have identified two goals for implementing a Wild Turkey Management Plan:
1. Develop and implement a communication process that informs both residential and business
property owners about strategies to deter feeding and loafing wild turkeys. Information will
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include insight regarding the issues of feeding wildlife and options to make property areas
unattractive for turkeys by developing natural barriers that deter turkeys from loafing on and
around property.
2. Support other community public and private property owners, if requested, to develop plans to
implement processes to reduce/remove wild turkeys on property not owned by the City of Saint
Anthony. This could also extend to removal when ongoing public safety and damage is
identified.
2.2 Geographic Scope
The removal goals are focused on an as needed basis throughout the City of Saint Anthony. Wild turkey
management techniques are not planned for any specific locations at this time or as a scheduled annual
removal process. If in the future the wild turkey populations grow to a point a planned and scheduled
annual removal program is required, staff will work with the City Council and the Minnesota Department
of Natural resources to develop and implement a process for the City of Saint Anthony.
2.3 Management Techniques
The management techniques for wild turkey management for the City of Saint Anthony will be varied in
type and geographic area. Meeting the goals as outlined may require the implementation of a broad set
of options. Any one management technique used alone will likely be ineffective for any significant length
of time, since tolerance and habituation will likely occur. As a result, we propose the use of an
integrated management approach, where a number of techniques, applied in varying ways, times and
locations will provide the best outcomes.
2.3.1 Population Reduction
Animal Management
The plan recommended is not an annual population reduction management process. When a problem
area is identified and action required, staff will request a Removal Permit from the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources for the wild turkeys. Permit request will outline all issues, location(s)
and conditions that will be followed as well as the reporting of any removal(s).
Trapping and Removal (Winter Period)
Capture and removal of, mixed age groups during the winter period is an effective way to reduce the
localized population of wild turkeys. The use of contractors to capture, remove and disposition of wild
turkeys from City of Saint Anthony is a management option. Such removal would need to be detailed as
part of a removal permit application through the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and wild
turkey removal and disposition would need to be conducted according to the permit conditions.
Lethal Wild Turkey removal
The City of Saint Anthony does not plan to use on-site lethal removal of wild turkeys unless a specific
removal need is dictated by the Public Safety Personnel and no other non-lethal options are reasonable
based on the situation. Selective and occasional lethal removal of individual or small groups of wild
turkey may be needed if other redistribution or hazing methods do not work. Lethal removal of wild
turkeys by means of shooting wild turkeys on an occasional basis is a management option. Such removal
would need to be dictated by the City of Saint Anthony Police Department. This type of removal would
be included as part of a removal permit application through the Minnesota Department of Natural
Resources, and wild turkey removal and disposition would need to be conducted according to the
specific permit conditions. Such conditions would include the number of individual wild turkeys and the
specific information about the methods to be used for the removal and disposition.
2.3.2 Tracking Management Activities for Future Adjustments
All management activities will be documented on the Management Activity Tracking Form in Appendix B
and keep a copy of this on file to help facilitate future management activities that might need
adjustments or improvements.
2.3.3 Habitat Modification
There are some direct habitat modifications that may be beneficial long term for wild turkeys. Covering
dusting sites with rock may deter them and encourage them to move to another area that has less
public use. In some cases pruning of certain branches on roost trees may prove beneficial. However,
being able to halt access, remove food sources, or altering other attractants will be beneficial.
2.3.4 Temporary Physical Barriers
The use of temporary fencing, rocks and other natural barriers (botanical gardens - pollinator gardens)
that limits wild turkey access to the high use pedestrian traffic areas during the various Minnesota
seasons will be considered. Any fencing that may be installed would be established in a manner or
distance that prevents wild turkeys from entering the fenced off area from the adjacent roost areas.
2.3.5 Permanent Physical Barriers
Completely excluding wild turkeys from a specific area is difficult based on their ability to fly. The use of
permanent woven wire fencing or more residential aesthetically pleasing fence such as composite, wood
or privacy lattice, or other options may be considered if it limits wild turkey access to high pedestrian
traffic use areas. Staff understands this may help to deter but not completely prevent access. These
fences can be blended into the area with tall flowering forbs, grasses or shrubs. Any fencing that is
installed would need to be approved by the Area Wildlife Manager and will be established in a manner
that prevents wild turkeys from entering the fenced off area from adjoining areas. Routine inspection of
the fence will be done by city staff when installed on publically owned property.
2.3.6 Redistribution Techniques
Preventing large flocks of wild turkeys from roosting, feeding or dusting throughout Saint Anthony and
adjacent areas will be an ongoing process. We anticipate using a number of techniques, when needed,
through independent contractors to remove wild turkeys creating public safety issues and property
damage. On City owned property, multiple techniques will be utilized at varied times and with subtle
shifts in methods so that the wild turkeys do not become habituated to any one technique or become
accustomed to a particular schedule of activity.
Following is a list, though not necessarily exhaustive, of redistribution techniques recommended by
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources the City will follow on publicly owned property and
resident and business owners will be advised to follow before requesting a removal permit:
Human and mechanical disruption options that may be considered;
• Disturbing roosting and feeding wild turkeys by individuals on foot so they can be moved
out of the area to a location that is more supportive of wild turkey habitat
• Sprinklers or water devices
• Remote control cars/trucks
Dogs or other trained animals
• Specially trained dogs that are capable of providing non-lethal hazing.
• Use of trained dogs and handlers to move turkeys away from high used public areas.
• Resident pets will not be allowed for this purpose.
Pyrotechnic Options
• Limited use of pyrotechnic options such as flares, bangers, crackers, popper shells, etc. can
be temporarily effective in moving wild turkeys and dissuading them from returning to a
given area. Special training, handling and storage considerations would need to be
considered. Use restrictions and notification requirements would be required prior to the use
of pyrotechnics. Safety will always be the number one priority when considering pyrotechnics
for the relocation of wild turkeys.
Options for Repellants for roosting
• Bird spikes in common roost areas
• Spray on products that create unwelcome residues have been successful to slow down
roosting. An example is Bird-X “4 The Birds Repellant” – product leaves a sticky residue on
surfaces including tree branches, rooftops, asphalt, etc.
• Remote and automated lighting systems.
Predator decoys
• The use of 2D or 3D coyote/dog decoys sometimes discourages area use by wild turkeys.
The periodic use of decoys continues to be a management option. Decoys that are placed
intermittently and exhibit periodic motion due to wind gusts can be effective at deterring
geese however must be moved on a very regular schedule to be affective.
Removal of food sources for wild turkeys
• No feeding wild turkeys on private property
• No feeding of wild turkeys on city property
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2.3.7 Deterrents in Roost Areas and Excrement Removal
At this point in time, the City of Saint Anthony does not remove wild turkey excrement on private
property. The primary goal is to effectively redistribute wild turkeys away from these areas, with the
goal being a reduction of feces in these areas. Staff would only remove wild turkey excrement from
public owned property if the problem is extensive and persistent.
2.4 Public Information
Informing the public about wild turkey management activities is an integral part of a successful wild
turkey management plan. Information and signage detailing some of the methods being used will be
developed to provide background information for residents. Signage or posted notices may be
developed for certain activities. Additionally, city staff and all contractors performing removal services
will provide a copy of the removal permit to all residents and patrons upon request. All persons
performing management activities should provide users with accurate and thorough information about
wild turkey management objective, and inform users how the particular management activity being
conducted fits into the larger wild turkey management plan.
The City of Saint Anthony will promote resident reporting options of turkey complaints/safety concerns
to appropriate staff via e-mail or phone. The City will also provide information on residential turkey
management techniques in both the city newsletter and website.
2.5 Partner Relationships and Permit Requirements
Coordination of all wildlife management activities will be communicated with the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources, Parks & Recreation Department, Public Safety Department and City
Administration. Permitting and all contracted removal activities, dates/conditions for removals, permit
possession while conducting activities, notification and involvement of Conservation Officers, Area
Wildlife Managers, etc. will be the responsibility of City staff and all contractors employed to implement
wildlife management services.
APPENDIX A: City of Saint Anthony Context and Land Cover Map
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identifying the area/s this plan covers.
APPENDIX B: Management Activity Tracking Form
DATE Name Activity/Method Location Notes