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Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Commission
Meeting of June 20, 2018
Hugo City Hall, 7:00 pm
Present: Cathy Moore—Arcand, Ranell Tennyson, Mat Rauschendorfer, Nicole Schmid, Dave Strub
Absent: Roger Clarke
Staff Present: Shayla Denaway, Parks Planner
Rachel Juba, Community Development Director
Pierre Giguere, Community Development Intern
Debi Close,Secretary
Strub called the meeting to order at 7:00 pm.
1. Approval of Minutes from the May 16, 2018 Meeting
Tennyson made a motion, Moore-Arcand seconded to approve the minutes of the May 16, 2018 Parks
Commission meeting.
Ayes: Moore—Arcand,Tennyson, Schmid, Strub
Abstained: Rauschendorfer
Motion carried.
2. Lions Park Playground Proposals
Four propoals were presented for a playground to replace the current structure in Lions Park. The presenters
highlighted safety, durability,vandalism, accessibility, ability to be relocated, materials used and number of
play areas. All of the proposed playgrounds met the basic requirements of a $100,000 budget, fitting on the
site, and including equipment for 2-5 year olds. The presenters were as follows:
• Harlan Lehman, Minnesota/Wisconsin Playground presenting Gametime Equipment
• Jordan Hedlund, Flagship Play presenting Landscape Structures Equipment
• Mike Basich,St. Croix Recreation presenting Burke Equipment
• Andrew Pudwill, Ultimate Playground presenting Kompan Equipment
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The Parks Commission reviewed all four proposals and discussed the options with residents that were in
attendance. A general preference for a tall structure with climbing nets was stated. All of the proposals were
well-liked and it was a difficult decision.
The Parks Commission members stated their first and second choice for a replacement playground.
Strub made a motion, Moore-Arcand seconded to select St Croix Recreation/Burke to replace the playground
in Lions Park.
All Ayes. Motion Carried.
3. The Preserve at Sunset Lake Sketch Plan
Parks Planner Shayla Denaway presented a sketch plan application for The Preserve on Sunset Lake. The
sketch plan was for 12 residential lots on 125 acres on the south-west side of Sunset Lake. The applicant
requested a Planned Unit Development with a minimum lot size of 5 acres with a maximum density of 1 unit
per 10 acres which meets the ordinance requirements. An association-owned 30 acre open space (Outlot A)
was proposed to preserve some wetlands and wooded areas. The sketch plan included a trail that could be
constructed on Outlot A for horse riding and more. The developer proposed to dedicate a .7 acre parcel
(Outlot B)to the City for the purposed of expanding the existing City property on Sunset Lake. To the south
of Outlot B, the developer showed an association-owned lake access (Outlot C). Park dedication
requirements could be satisfied with either dedication of an estimated 9-11 acres or payment of a fee of
$28,800($2,400 per unit).
The Parks Commission provided input on the sketch plan to the developer. They stated that they would like
to see a trail on CR 7, as shown in the trail plan.
Rauschendorfer asked about Outlot C. Cheldon Frank,the Developer, stated that they are looking at it being
owned by the Homeowners Association. Frank also state that they are not envisioning boat slips with
overnight docking.
Todd Erickson, the engineer discussed that they could look at widening the shoulder of the road for
pedestrians. He also said that they would be happy to explore park options- parking and trail access, etc.
Schmid pointed out that any improvements to a future city park will be considered with the Parks Capital
Improvement Plan.
Generally,the Commission spoke favorably of both Outlot B & C being dedicated to the City for a park. The
large acreage would increase the opportunities to improve the properties and provide more safe access off of
CR 7. They discussed a fishing pier, kayak access, parking, picnicking, etc.
Strub discussed that Outlot A would be too isolated for the public beyond the neighborhood to come in and
use it. He felt that if the City owned it that there would be an obligation to make it more accessible and get
more people to the property.
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4. Update on Clearwater Creek Preserve Master Planning
Open house will be held June 26, 2018 from 7:OOpm-9:00 pm at Hugo City Hall. Postcards were sent inviting
residents to attend.
5. Adjournment
Tennyson made a motion, Schmid seconded to adjourn the meeting at 10:08 pm.
All Aye. Motion carried.
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