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3. Diamond Point Park Upgrades <br /> Denaway presented an update on the neighborhood park project for 2024 in Diamond Point Park. <br /> Proposed improvements include removing and replacing the old playground equipment and surfacing, <br /> minor asphalt and concrete removals, landscaping repairs, resurfacing the basketball court, and a <br /> suggestion from some members of the neighborhood to replace the sand volleyball court with a <br /> pickleball court. Denaway stated that the current Parks Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) allows for <br /> $200,000 to fund the project. Current cost estimates include $100,000-$150,000 for the playground <br /> replacement, $5,000 for benches, and unknown costs for the playground removal, asphalt court repair, <br /> and trail repair. Current cost estimates for the pickleball court's construction would total roughly <br /> $56,000. <br /> Commissioner Rauschendorfer, a resident of the Diamond Point development, commented that a few <br /> people in the neighborhood have approached him regarding converting the volleyball court to a <br /> pickleball court. Commissioner Tennyson commented that a pickleball court would be more utilized than <br /> the current volleyball court. <br /> Anderson commented that the basketball court only has one hoop, meaning that the full court-sized <br /> asphalt pad could be reduced, potentially reducing the cost of asphalt resurfacing. Commissioner <br /> Tennyson asked if a second hoop could be installed rather than reduce the playing surface. <br /> Without a formal motion, the Commissioners present agreed that adding a second basketball hoop, and <br /> converting the volleyball court into a pickleball court, would be a course of action heavily favored in the <br /> neighborhood. <br /> 4. Bernin Park Construction and MnDNR Grant <br /> Denaway presented an update on the planning for Bernin Park, as well as the construction happening <br /> with the Shores of Oneka Lake Development to the north.The development is beginning construction of <br /> its third phase, which includes the entirety of the planned trail along the western shore of the lake <br /> connecting to Bernin Park.The development team has been constructing the trail much faster than <br /> anticipated. <br /> Commissioner Rauschendorfer asked how the lake shore trail in Bernin Park itself will cross the ditch <br /> outlet on the north end of the property.Anderson responded that the trail will ideally swing to the west <br /> of the outlet and avoid too much disturbance. <br /> Denaway showed the draft construction plans with a disclaimer that Staff is already recommending <br /> changes, including a sidewalk connection from the park trail to the cul-de-sac, giving walk-in users easier <br /> access. Current construction plans include an informational kiosk near the parking lot, a paved trail to <br /> the fishing pier, a paved trail along the southerly portion of the park, along with several other trails <br /> consisting of different types of surfacing. Staff has indicated that they are not in favor of the proposed <br /> paved trail to the wetland area, as it would incur significant tree removal without as significant of a <br /> destination. Staff is also recommending that the proposed boardwalk not be constructed as it incurs <br /> significant costs. <br /> Page 2 of 3 <br /> Parks Commission Minutes <br /> February 21,2024 <br />