10/06/1986 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
MINUTES OF A SPECIAL MEETING
ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MONDAY, OCTOBER 6, 1986
The meeting of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission was called to
order at 5:05 P.M. by Chairman Martin. The Commission meeting was convened at
the frontage road off of Deerwood, west of 35E. The purpose of the meeting
was to make an on-site reviewal of the property being proposed for sale by Mr.
Ed Dunn, as additional acquisition to Blackhawk Park. Director of Parks and'
Recreation, Ken Vraa and Landscape Architect/Parks Planner, Stephen Sullivan
reviewed the site graphic which illustrated the proposed acquisition under
the P.U.D. agreement. Also reviewed were additional acquisition, by
increments, around Blackhawk Lake, approximately at 2 acre intervals - within
the property owned by Mr. Dunn.
Director of Parks and Recreation Ken Vraa also announced to the Advisory
Commission that he had recently spoken with Kathy Waldron, owner of the parcel
on the north side of Blackhawk Lake. Previously, she had indicated an asking
price of $20,000 per acre, for the approximate seven (7) acre parcel.- Mr.
Vraa indicated she would now accept.$10,000 per acre or approximately $70,000.
There have been no discussions regarding the approximate $12,000 worth of
assessments on the property, or the fact that part of the property included
lake area. Director Vraa indicated that a figure of 50,000 to 60,000 seemed a
figure that might be acceptable to Kathy Waldron.
Commission members and Staff proceeded to walk the area, noting vegetation and
topography suitability for parks usage consistent with overall preliminary
concept planning. At several locations along the shoreline, distances were
noted which helped to define building locations if the property were to be
developed.
Following the tour, Commission members addressed the desired acquisitions,
questioning the status of the Park Site Fund and Bond Fund as potential
sources for dollars. In response to the question, the director viewed both
funds status, indicating that this year's fee dedication had already amounted
to approximately $250,000. After discussion of community prioritites,
Chairman Martin stated he would request motions to purchase each particular
parcel by priority. Members were in agreement that the Walden parcel and the
first eight (8) acres; to provide for a 250 feet from shoreline, were
essential for parks acquisition. Chairman Martin indicated that he felt the
City should extend this line to 300 feet, because the topography - in some
cases, would still place buildings in close visual proximity. All members
were in agreement that these should be the first three priorities. After
additional discussion concerning four(4), two acre acquisitions, Commission
agreed that the first two parcels, immediately east of the P.U.D. Park
Dedication, would also be included in the Commission's recommendation. All
members were in agreement. A motion by Kubik, seconded by Thurston. There
was a recommendation of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission to
acquire the Waldren parcel, up to the 300 foot line of the Lakeshore Parcel,
and the first two (2) - two acre parcels, as depicted by the Concept Sketch.
All members voted in favor.
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Special Meeting Minutes
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October 6, 1986
Chairman Martin stated there was discussion and concern relative to potential
for rezoning and density changes at the north side of the lake, adjacent to I-
35E, under the control of Mr. Dunn. Due to the topography, the locations here
would dominate the park area, and he felt--it was appropriate for Staff to
discuss with Mr. Dunn additional acquistion in. this area. Commission members
agreed that a multiple residential development at this location,:would severly
impact the park, while single family residents would hardly be observable.
After -further discussion, a motion by Carroll, seconded by Bertz, that the
City Council be apprised of the Commission's concern relative to set-backs and
possible P.U.D. review for development of this area. Should this area
revert to multiple family use, a greater set-back be required as a condition.
1987 PROJECT PRIORITIES
Deferred from the Thursday Commission meeting, as project priorities for 1987.
Director of Parks and Recreation Vraa indicated it was Staff's recommendation
to proceed with the design and construction of Thomas Lake, O'Leary,
Carnelian, and Lakeside Parks. Further, Vienna Woods Park would also be
considered as an inclusion into the 1987 construction project list, only if
time permitted.
The director went on to recommend, that the tennis court contract, hockey
rink contract, irrigation, and lighting of hockey rinks also be contracted and
be part of the 1987 project list. Installation of play equipment could be
deferred until a later meeting. Trapp Farm Park and parks under the 1986
Construction Program should have high priority. Roger Martin stated he felt
that the City needed to get into a replacement program of play equipment for
existing parks not scheduled within the Park Bond Referendum. Members agreed
that this would be prudent and necessary to continue to ensure that the system
does not become antiquated. After additional discussion, a motion by Masin,
seconded by Bertz, the Commission confirmed the recommendation of the Director
of Parks and Recreation for the 1987 Park Construction Priorities.
There being no further business, the Recreation Commission adjourned at 7:00
P.M.
Date Adw TsoryParks and-Recre-a "ion Secret ra y
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