HomeMy WebLinkAbout2003.04.09 Parks MinutesMinutes
Hugo, Minnesota Parks and Recreation Open Space Commission Meeting
April 9, 2003
6:30 p.m.
Oneka Room — City Hall
Meeting Chair: Robyn LaCasse
Minutes By: John Rask
Present: Kitty Cheesebrow, Pete Pederson, Robyn LaCasse, David Strub, Kelly Bailly,
Chuck Haas, John Rask
Absent: Tom Weidt and Jennifer May
Copies To: Commission Members, Michele Lindau- Community Development Assistant, John
Rask - Community Development Director, Mike Ericson - City Administrator
I. Victor Gardens Park Facilities
The Commission reviewed the proposed park improvements to the park in Victor Gardens.
Specifically, the Commission reviewed plans for the gazebo, sidewalks, and landscaping
and found them to be acceptable.
II. Diamond Point East and West Development Applications
The Commission reviewed the development plans for Diamond Point East and West. Upon
listening to an overview of the proposal and reviewing the plans, the Commission
unanimously recommended that the City accept the 13.19 -acre park property in the
southeast corner of Goodview Avenue and 145th Street. Further, the Planning Commission
requested to review the plat prior to final plat approval to determine the appropriate
locations for sidewalks/trails and pedestrian crossings.
III. Sunset Lake Access Discussion — Resident Request for Access to Lake
The Commission listened to a request from Mr. John Newland regarding the possibility of
the Sunset Lake HOA obtaining access to the City park land at the end of Homestead
Avenue. After discussing the matter, the Commission requested that Mr. Newland further
discuss his request with the HOA prior to further consideration by the Commission.
IV. Washington County — Master Trail Plan for the Hardwood Creek Trail
John Rask provided background information on Washington County's desire to complete a
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Master Trail Plan for the Hardwood Creek Trail. Mr. Rask noted that Washington County
would be surveying trail users and attending a future Parks Commission meeting to share
their findings.
V. Update and discussion of potential park sites
The Commission discussed potential park sites, including the potential of acquiring the
Oneka Ridge Golf Course. Harlee Anderson, representing Oneka Ridge Golf Course, was
present and discussed his interest in selling the course to the City.
The Commission also discussed several other potential sites.
VI. Discuss trail along Oneka Lake Boulevard
John Rask informed the Commission that residents of Sweet Grass Meadows and Oneka
Lake View have requested a trail along Oneka Lake Boulevard extending from Goodview
Avenue to Geneva Avenue. Upon discussion the request, the Commission recommended
that staff study the feasibility of the trail and present its findings back to the Commission.
VII. Park Master Plan Update — Summer Intern
John Rask informed the Commission that the City Council approved the hiring of a summer
intern to assist with summer projects, including the update to the Parks Master Plan.
VIII. Updates:
The Commission received updates from the Planning Commission, City Council, and CD
Director John Rask.
NEXT MEETING: June 11, 2003 at 6:30 p.m.
LOCATION — CITY HALL