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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014.05.05 CC PowerPoint Trail Policy Trail Development Policy City Council May 5, 2014 Introduction • 2014 Goal of the Parks Commission • March 26, 2014 meeting: • Review Trail Plan • Review current practices • Discusses possible criteria for trail prioritization • April 23, 2014 meeting • Made changes • Recommended approval of a Trail Development Policy Trail Plan Overview • Emphasis on coordination with state & regional trails and connections • Layout based on roadway network and future development • Variety in trail types • Planning and coordination with other city plans • "Trails will be constructed as surrounding development occurs or as general funding is provided through park dedication fees. Itis not the City's intention to condemn land for trails." Current Practice • Roadway reconstruction • Neighborhood support • Feasibility • Property developments • Recent Examples • Lavalle Fields • Prairie Village • Fox Meadows Trail Development Policy- PURPOSE "The Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission may desire to construct a trail, sidewalk, or other improvement that would otherwise not be constructed through normal means. In order to determine which improvement shall take priority for limited funding, the following criteria has been established to evaluate proposed improvements." Trail Development Policy- PRORITIES • Not scheduled to be built with a road reconstruction project or land redevelopment in the near future. • Identified in the Parks, Trails and Sidewalks Plan. • Providing connections between neighborhoods and parks, schools, recreational areas, and/or commercial areas. • Providing connections to regional trails or other large trail networks to extend Hugo's trail system. • Minimal in physical barriers, such as: wetlands, significant slopes. • Enhancing safety for pedestrians in areas that have high traffic speeds, narrow roads, or uncontrolled intersections. • Requested by and of interest to Hugo residents. • Located on city-owned land or easement or land that is available through willing sellers. • Economical, providing a high impact with minimal financial investment. • Feasible and do not interfere with future improvements or development. • Widely utilized because of existing pedestrian uses or proximity to popular areas Next Steps • Process • Trails to be evaluated : • 125th Street • Elmcrest Avenue • Goodview Avenue • Oneka Lake Boulevard Recommendation • At their April 23, 2014 meeting, the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Commission recommended approval of the Trail Development Policy Irish Avenue Park Planning City Council May 5, 2014 Background • 2014 Goal of the Parks Commission • Process: Plan as w 11 as ethpr- ;4nnI8r-;4hIP plans. • Develop Master Plan Guidelines: 2014 • Master Plan/ Concept Planning: 2015 • Design Development: 2016 • Finalize the Design • Construction Document Preparation Gather Information • Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan • Property History • Former gravel pit and asphalt plant that necessitated legal action by the City in 2007 • Restoration in 2008 • Purchased in 2009 from the Hansen Family for $900,000 • Interested Parties: • Minnesota Off Road Cyclist • Cross Country running group • Washington Conservation District Review Guidelines • Gather feedback from all residents • Establish a vision for the park • How will the park be used? • What will the park look like? • No consultant needed • Provide a starting point for conceptual drawings (2015) Process • Meeting #1 : Visual Preference Survey, small group discussions • Meeting #2 : Identify how the park will look and be used and goals for a Master Plan • Stakeholders: • All Hugo residents including neighbors • Area Athletic Associations • School Districts/Community Education Departments • Special Interest Groups Recommendation • Approve a public meeting to gather input on Irish Avenue Park • Set date: • Wednesday, June 11 (regular Parks Commission meeting) • OR Wednesday, June 25 Hanifl Concession Stand City Council May 5, 2015 Operation • Create a staff position • 12-15 hours/week = 4 hours for 3-4 nights per week • $1,900 to $2,400 for fall season • Inventory • Coca Cola beverages (Distributor) • Food items (Sam's Club) • Item cost set to cover other expenditures • Permits • MN Dept. of Ag • For pre-packaged and labeled food items Feedback From Previous Operator • Hugo Lions operated from 2011, 2012 • WBSC provided volunteers • Open with 6+ games • Signage • Beverages, some food, no perishable items Recommendation • Operation of the concession stand at Hanifl Fields Athletic Park • Job description for a Seasonal Concession Stand Operator • Advertisement of the job opening Kidz ` N Biz 2014 ME E NSORED BY u / r / 1 Hl r 1 a lHIM I MEN