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Hugo, Minnesota Parks and Recreation Open Space Commission Meeting
May 14, 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 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
plan prior to final plat approval to determine the appropriate location 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 parkland 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 Master
Trail Plan for the Hardwood Creek Trail. Mr. Rask noted that Washington County would be
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surveying trail users and attending a future Parks Commission meeting to discuss the trail.
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 subdivisions 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
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