HomeMy WebLinkAbout1997.09.10 PC MinutesMINUTES FOR THE HUGO PLANNING COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING OF
9/10/97
The meeting was called to order by acting Chairperson Sandy Malaski at 7: IOPM.
PRESENT: Waller, Schumann, Malaski
Park Planning Consultant, Dave Wanberg
At the direction of the Planning Commission, a subcommittee meeting was called to
discuss park plans for the proposed Beaver Lake Estates subdivision. Tim Agness,
member of the Parks Committee, had previously suggested that the park be located near
130th Street for accessibility. Alice Waller felt that 130th Street was too dangerous
because of the high rate of vehicle speed and the probability of children on bicycles.
Waller felt that the park should be located to the south where it could expand into a larger
and better park for the City. Dave Wanberg stated that a park was needed in this area,
with no location identified at this time, and recommended that parks be between five and
15 acres in size. Mr. Wanberg did state that "tot lots" were not desirable, and there was a
need for more ballfields, soccer fields, and basketball courts. He also warned about
landlocking the area thereby eliminating any future expansions. There was some
discussion of changing the ordinance to read "7% of buildable land" rather than "7% of
gross area". Alice Waller felt the ordinance was worded appropriately, and everyone
agreed that the rules are for everyone and should be complied with. Regardless of who
builds the park, the City would be liable for accidents occurring at the park. Inspections
and enforcement of standards at the park was also a concern.
Malaski made motion, Waller seconded, a recommendation that the City enforce
Subdivision 290-13, Subd. B-3, and since the City has no Park Plan or park infrastructure,
that any park facilities be constructed by the City, when appropriate.
All aye. Motion Carried.
The Commission agreed that once a park plan has been approved for a subdivision, that no
changes be made to the plan. When a developer makes application for subdivision, they
should be informed from the beginning of park requirements.
Malaski made motion, Waller seconded, to adjourn at 8:04PM.
All aye. Motion Carried.
Sandy Malaski
Recorder of Minutes