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03/19/2007 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionAGENDA ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA Monday, March 19, 2007 7:00 PM Eagan Municipal Center City Council Chambers rum'' I WORKSHOP 6-7 pm Comprehensive Guide Plan Update Meeting Rooms 2 A & B I. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance II. Adopt Agenda III. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 11, 2007 IV. Visitors to be Heard V. Director's Update VI. Consent Agenda A. Dodd Parkside - Dodd Parkside, LLC VII. Development Proposals VIII. Old Business IX. New Business X. Water Resources Update XI. Other Business and Reports A. Parks Maintenance Report B. Subcommittee Reports XII. Communications XIII. Round Table XIV. Adjournment Pages 3-4 7:00 pm 7:01 pm 7:02 pm 7:03 pm 7:04 pm 7:10 pm 7:11 pm 7:12 pm 7:13 pm 7:14 pm 7:15 pm 7:30 pm 7:32 pm 7:33 pm 7:35 pm The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will attempt to provide the aids. Next Advisory Parks Commission Meeting Monday, April 16, 2007 ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION 2006-07 MEETING SCHEDULE NAME May 15 June 19 July 17 Aug 14 Sept 18 Oct 16 Nov 20 Dec 18 Jan 11* Thurs Feb 15* Thurs Mar 19 April 16 Joseph Bari X X X X X X X 0* X Phil Belfiori 0* X X X X X 0 X X Margo Danner x X X X X X X X X N. Mark Filipi, Secretary x X X X X X X X X Laurie Halverson (alternate) X X X X X O* X X X Did Duane L. Hansen x X X X X X X X 0 not meet Muhammed Lodhi x X X X X 0* X X 0 Dorothy Peterson, Chair x X X X X X X X X Richard Pletcher, V.Chair x X X O* X X X X X Ryan Zipf x O* X X 0* X X X L X X = present 0 = absent 0* = notified staff of absence prior to meeting Recreation Sub-Committee Natural Resources Sub-Committee Acquisition/Development Sub-Committee Ryan Zipf Muhammed Lodhi Dorothy Peterson Richard Pletcher N Mark Filipi Joseph Bari Laurie Halverson Duane Hansen Margo Danner Phil Belfiori UPCOMING MEETINGS: OPEN ISSUES Patrick Eagan Park Ad Hoc Committee: Duane Hansen Dorothy Peterson Margo Danner Joseph Bari ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION 2006-07 MEMBERS NAME AND ADDRESS TERM TELEPHONE TERM START F. CP)R JOSEPH BARI 1999 651-454-8442 (H) 5/2008 3033 Timberwood Trail (3 yr. 1999) Eagan, MN 55121 (3 yr. 2002) (3 yr. 2005) ibaril@iuno.com PHIL BELFIORI 2002 651-905-0293 (H) 5/2009 3671 Canary Way (lyr. 2002) 763-287-7167 (W) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr, 2003) (3 yr, 2006) pbelflorlt@wsbene.com MARGO DANNER 2001 651/454-5688 (H) 5/2007 2037 Flint Lane (3 yr. 2001) Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2004) mrsma¢oo@usfamiiv.net N. MARK FILIPI (Secretary) May, 1997 651-602-1725 (W) 5/2007 836 Overlook Place (3 yr. 1998) 651-687-9866 (H) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2001) (3 yr. 2004) mark filiDi metc.state.mn.us LAURIE HALVERSON (Alternate) May, 2006 651-662-6291 (W) 5/2007 680 Brockton Circle (1 yr, 2006) 651-686-0183 (H) Eagan, MN 55 123 Laurie. L Halverson@bluecrossmn.com DUANE L. HANSEN May, 2004 952-894-9228 (W) 5/2008 3911 Denmark Ave (1 yr. 2004) 651-687-9566 (H) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2005) hand000comcast.net MUHAMMED LODHI May, 2004 952-278-2629 (W) 5/2007 4361 Bear Path Trail (3 yr. 2004) 651-686-5273 (H) Eagan, MN 55122 m?lodhi@hotmaii.com DOROTHY PETERSON (Chair) 2000 651-454-6532 (H) 5/2009 4337 Sequoia Drive (3 yr. 2000) Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2003) norsk4337@iuno.com (3 yr, 2006) RICHARD PLETCHER (Vice Chair) 2001 651-687-9177 (H) 5/2008 1074 Northview Park (1 yr. 2001) 2002) (3 yr richard oletcher@usarc-emh2.army.miI Eagan, MN 55123 . (3 yr. 2005) RYAN ZIPF 2005 651-686-2958 (H) 5/2009 4721 Pebble Beach Way (1 yr. 2005) 651-281-1275 (W) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr, 2006) rzinf@Imnc.ors Eagan City Staff E-Mail: jsiohnson@citvofeaaan.com cmesko@citvofeagan.com polson@citvofeaaan.com ghove@cityofeaaan.com emacbeth@citvofeagan.com 7-17-06 Phone #651-675-5505 (Cherryl's # after 4:30 p.m.) Eagan Parks and Recreation Phone Number: 651-675-5500 Eagan Parks and Recreation Staff E-Mail Director Juli Seydell Johnson isiohnson@cityofeagan.com Administration: Cherry! Mesko cmesko@cityofeagan.com Paul Olson polson@cityoLeagan.com Paula Nowariak pnowariak@cityofeaaan.com Sonya Rippe srippe@cityofeaaan.com Forestry: Gregg Hove ghove@ctyofeagan.com Water Resources: Eric Macbeth emacbeth@cityofeagan.com TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION FROM: JULI SEYDELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION DATE: MARCH 16, 2007 ITEM I: Call to order ITEM II: Approval of agenda ITEM III: Approval of minutes of January 11, 2006 ITEM IV: Visitors to be Heard ITEM V: Director's Update Director Johnson will provide a brief overview of department activities over the past month. ITEM VI: Consent Agenda Dodd Parkside is the only development on the Consent Agenda for the Commission to review. A background memo is included in the packet. ITEM VII: Development Proposals There are no development proposals for the Commission to review. ITEM VIII: Old Business There are no Old Business items for the Commission to review. ITEM IX: New Business There are no New Business items for the Commission to review. ITEM X: Water Resources Update There are no Water Resources Updates for the Commission to review. ITEM XI: Other Business and Reports Parks Maintenance staff will provide a PowerPoint overview of the division activities over the past several months. There have been no subcommittee meetings held since the January APrC meeting. ITEM XII: Round Table Any items of concern that might be placed on upcoming agendas or items of interest will be identified. ITEM XIII: Adjournment 1 MARCH 2007 DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY • In addition to Antique Assessment show, which is now on it's 4th year, the Eagan Seniors are planning a Jazz Event and interested in working with the Historical Society again on a Flag Day event in June. • Information for the bi-annual tree sale is now on line. Orders are being accepted on a first come basis. • Plans are nearly 'finalized for the new service building and pavilion at Thresher fields. The City Engineering Dept is preparing the civil plans. Patrick Eagan Park will be close behind. • Mark you calendars for Sunday, May 20th! Holz Farm Spring festival will be held from noon until 5pm. Many activities are planned, included the very popular pie eating contest! • The Indoor park is installed at the Eagan Civic Arena. • SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • The ECC coffee bar is in and a marketing program will begin this spring. • Ice is out in the east rink of the Civic Arena in preparation for dry floor events and activities • The Home and Leisure show was held March 16-18th. • The big spring unveiling of arena softball will occur in April. This is a first in Minnesota! Passport sales continue to grow at ECC as people are planning their spring and summer travel. This program has introduced many new faces into the building and provided a very positive service to the community. • FOSTER HUMAN DEVELOPMENT • Since the return of the Babysitting/Latchkey Clinics to the Discover Brochure, the Eagan Fire Auxiliary has been able to hold each class and, in many cases, fill the classes which are offered in the spring and fall. • Monthly Bring the Noise shows have brought in a number of young bands and a great mixed audience On April 27 Will Bauermeister lead singer/guitarist with Dazy Head Mazy is playing a show with an up and coming young college duo "Tomorrow at Ten" at 7:00p.m. Will is also working with Eagan Parks and Recreation to offer group beginner guitar lessons starting this April. • The Eagan Teen Advisory Board is preparing presentations to take into 8th grade classrooms, an education on negative impacts of chemical abuse and the positive choices available in our community through a jeopardy game. This will culminate in a lock-in for 7th through 10th graders at the Eagan Community Center on April 13th. • PROTECT NATURAL RESOURCES • All Eagan third grades will be visited the week of March 12 as a precursor to the annual Arbor Day poster contest • Be alert for changing ice conditions on lakes, ponds and streams in the City. Ice is never 100% safe, the City does not monitor ice conditions. • Now is a great time to treat pests on trees and shrubs like, Scale and Aphids, with a dormant oil spray available in most garden departments. There are many links to great resources through the City Forestry web-site. 2 PROMOTE HEALTH & WELLNESS • Currently, there are 180 teams registered for basketball, softball, volleyball and wiffleball leagues. Registrations are still being accepted. • The outdoor ice rinks officially closed on February 20 after being open for 33 days. Attendance for the season was 7,432. • Trapp Farm Park Tubing Hill was able to reopen after the two big snow storms. Attendance for the season is at 1,752. • Staff has received phone calls from at least 5 seniors that would be interested in starting a seniors tennis program during the summer. Staff will be scheduling a meeting with interested participants in late March or early April to discuss program options. • This spring is the start of a FREE lecture series at the ECC to de-myth wellness. The sessions diet, metabolism, exercise and overall wellness are scheduled for March 29, April 26 and May 21 at 6:30 p.m. in the Oaks. • The City of Eagan has been designated as a "Fit City" by the Governor of Minnesota. • In the month of February the ECC personal training staff conducted 113 personal training sessions as compared to 52 in February of 2006. • March 5t' was the start of a Learn to Bum incentive program for fitness members which have about 80 participants. • Simple Steps begins April 1. This is a free, Dakota County wide walking program. Sign up beginning April 1 at www.Dakotacounty.us and search for Simple Steps. DEPARTMENT STAFFING: • The Campus Facilities (Cascade Bay/Civic Arena) have recently been re-organized to mirror the structure of the ECC. As part of that reorganization, Kristin Rogers position was changed to Campus Facilities Operations Coordinator and staff is currently reviewing applications for a full time Manager on Duty position. KUDOS TO STAFF: • Congratulations to Melissa Wind, ECC Rental Coordinator, Matt Mack and Barb Normandin, ECC Managers on Duty and Recreation Supervisor Colleen Callahan for recent nominations for the Every Step of the Way employee recognition program. • Thanks to Steve Hadden, Paul Watry, Mark Domseif, Steve Taylor and Paul Graham from Parks Maintenance for their craftsmanship in completing several projects for the ECC that have added some very valuable enhancements to the building. 3 City of EaaII MEMO Date: March 16, 2007 Agenda Item: VI-A; Dodd Parkside Action X Information Attachments X 1. Location Map 2. Land Use Map 3. Existing Conditions 4. Preliminary Plat 5. Preliminary Grading Plan AGENDA ITEM: VI-A; DODD PARKSIDE; DODD PARKSIDE, LLC TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION PREPARED BY: JULI SEYDELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION ITEM OVERVIEW: Review the parks dedication, trails dedication, tree preservation, water quality and wetlands issues that pertain to the Dodd Parkside development. { BACKGROUND/HISTORY: Dodd Parkside, LLC is requesting approval of a rezoning from A, Agriculture to R-1, Single-family residential and a Preliminary Subdivision (Dodd Parkside) to create 12 single family lots upon 5.08 acres located at 4920 Dodd Road in the SW 1/4 of Section 36. The subject site is currently platted as Lot 2, Block 1, Skyview, and contains an existing single-family home and a barn. The site is mostly open and slopes to the west and north with large variations in topography.. Access to the site is provided via Dodd Road. The applicant is proposing to subdivide the site into 12 single-family lots ranging in size from 12,014 to 22,735 sq. ft. The existing single-family home will remain on Lot 2, Block 2. Large retaining walls (approximately 15-feet total height) are proposed around the existing house and also adjacent to the new storm water pond in the northeast corner of the site. The proposed development is designed for future extension to encompass additional property to the south. PARKS AND TRAILS DEDICATION: This proposal will be subject to a cash park dedication and cash trail dedication for the newly developed lots within this development. TREE PRESERVATION: A tree inventory submitted with this application indicates the existence of the following significant vegetation. Species Avg Diameter Dia. Range Count Percent of Total Spruce 10" 8"-14" 8 40.0% Pine 8" 6"-14" 5 25.0% Birch 7.5 6"-9" 2 10.0% Elm 12.5 12"-13 2 10.0% Oak 20" 20" 1 5.0% Willow 14" 14" 1 5.0% Ash 9" 9" 1 5.0% The development as proposed will result in the removal of three (3) significant trees (15 % of the total). According to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance allowable tree removal for this type of development proposal (single-phase, multiple-lot, single-unit residential) is set at 40.0% of the total significant trees. With a proposed removal less than the allowable amount, there is no required tree mitigation for this proposal. Seven (7) trees inventoried by the applicant (Trees number 16501, 16502 (3 stem tree), 16503 (2-stem tree), and 16507), have been exempt from the tree inventory because they are located off the applicant property (they are located within Dodd Road right-of-way. The applicant will not be responsible for the potential removal/maintenance of these trees. They may be trimmed or removed by city staff, following site development, to eliminate any potential sight-line obstructions. In an attempt to preserve on-site existing significant trees the applicant proposes to transplant seventeen (17) significant trees to a holding area on site (lot 8), then re-transplant them to various on- site areas following construction. Specific trees to be transplanted are trees number 16508, 16509, 16510, 16511, 16512, 16513, 16514, 16517, 16518, 16519, 16520, 16521, 16522, 16523, 16524, 16525, and 16526. These transplanted trees are counted in staff calculations as being preserved, therefore will not need to be mitigated at the time of construction. However, according to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance, a warranty requirement shall be applied stating that any preserved/transplanted tree which is not alive or in a healthy state, as determined by the City, or which subsequently dies due to construction activity within one (1) year after the date of project closure, shall be removed by the Applicant and replaced with a new, healthy tree meeting the same size requirements within eight (8) months of removal. WATER QUALITY/WETLANDS: Water quality This proposed subdivision is in the uppermost part of the City's LP 1-Watershed, which is associated with Lebanon Hills Regional Park directly west and on the other side of Dodd Road. The developer proposes to meet City stormwater quality requirements primarily by constructing one storm basin to pre-treat runoff from most of the parcel before it drains offsite to the northeast, alongside State Highway 3. The remainder of the parcel that does not drain to the basin would be subject to water quality cash dedication. Because consideration of this proposed development is very near to the timing of final consideration by the City Council of the draft Water Quality and Wetland Management Plan (Plan), it seems appropriate to consider recommending this development meet the following proposed policies of the Plan: • Policy 3.1-Require new development activity creating more than '/_? acre of new impervious surface to achieve no-net-increase of total phosphorus (TP) and total suspended solids (TSS) loading or to meet removal performance criteria of 50 percent TP and 80 percent TSS, whichever is more restrictive. This policy (proposed) protects the quality of downstream resources and complies with nondegradation requirements of the NPDES MS4 permit (Staff note: Eagan's MPCA stormwater permit). Policy 3.3 - Require infiltration of the first one-half inch of stormwater runoff from any rainfall event from the entire site of new development activities. At its discretion, the City may modify or waive this requirement, based on consideration of any of the following: 1) soil borings indicate unsuitability for infiltration (e.g., hydrologic soil types C or D); 2) infiltration of the equivalent runoff volume is accomplished elsewhere within the same City sub-drainage district; 3) the potential of groundwater contamination exists due to such variables as, but not limited to, the following: i) geology that exposes aquifer vulnerability (e.g., karst, shallow bedrock; etc.); or ii) land use that causes high pollutant and sediment levels in stormwater (e.g., industrial areas, high vehicular traffic rights-of-way, etc.); or 4) other circumstances that may affect feasible and prudent implementation of this policy. This policy (proposed) protects the quality of downstream resources by eliminating up to 75 percent of the annual runoff, as well as reducing TP and TSS. • Policy 3.4 - Collect cash dedications in lieu of on-site treatment for water quality capital improvements, at the City's discretion. This policy (proposed) recognizes that it will not always be desirable ' andlor feasible for development/redevelopment activity to comply with on-site mitigation requirements as outlined in Policy 3.1. This provision provides another alternative to achieve compliance with those policies by financing off-site improvements. Wetlands There are no wetlands associated with this parcel. ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION: 1. This development shall be responsible for a cash parks dedication for the newly created lots. 2. This development shall be responsible for a cash trails dedication for the newly created lots 3. This development shall be responsible for a warranty requirement stating that any preserved/transplanted tree which is not alive or in a healthy state, as determined by the City, or which subsequently dies due to construction activity within one (1) year after the date of project closure, shall be removed by the Applicant and replaced with a new, healthy tree meeting the same size requirements within eight (8) months of removal. 4. This development shall meet the performance measures specified in proposed Policies 3.1 and 3.3. 5. Portions of the development parcel and performance measures that do not comply with proposed Policies 3.1 and 3.3 shall be subject to proposed Policy 3.4. Eagan Boundary N Right-of-way Location Map Parcel Area Park Area y3 ® Building Footprint ®? ,? C 1??Iw .IQ lplo?l g? ( I I? ® ED C-? ?'???;J/ sa 0, ell A L ® g ce ??° gym. ®9 % ?:IefTl-1 t Development/Developer. 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SambN Udv:?m?$4 bbboobobo i.occoe City of 1a,ali MEMO Date: March 19, 2007 Agenda Item: Workshop Action Defer to Regular Meeting Information x Attachments x Draft Parks and Recreation System Plan AGENDA ITEM: COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN UPDATE - WORKSHOP TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION PREPARED BY: JULI SEYDELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION ITEM OVERVIEW: Review the Comprehensive Guide Plan Update as it pertains to Parks and Recreation. INTRODUCTION: As part of the City's 2008 update to the Comprehensive Guide Plan, the Acquisition & Development subcommittee has met to draft a revised Parks & Recreation Section for the plan. Although this work was expected to entail several meetings over many months, it now appears that most of the work for this section was completed during the 20/20 Vision process and that a draft can be ready for Council review at their workshop on April I Ot'. The draft is included for your review along with this memo. If the Commission is comfortable with the draft then action may be taken during the regular meeting to recommend it to the City Council for inclusion in the.2008 Comprehensive Guide Update. BACKGROUND/HISTORY: The State requires municipalities to update their Comprehensive Guide Plan every ten years and 2008 is the deadline for the next required update. The Comprehensive Guide Plan embodies the City's vision for development over the next 10-20 years. It includes goals and policies to guide development decisions as well as sections addressing existing and proposed land use, transportation, housing, utilities, parks and trails, natural resources, airports and aviation, economic development, and public facilities. The plan inventories the City's current status, evaluates trends and factors impacting our future, and presents a framework for meeting the challenges we anticipate, and the flexibility to effectively respond to those we don't. In general, the plan provides direction but remains broad enough to allow for consideration of new and unique circumstances. Current Issues: The full discussion of current issues is found on pages 4 & 5 of the draft plan. A few issues that were still of concern by the subcommittee are listed below. For various reasons, staff is recommending that additional comment on these areas should be delayed and the verbiage of the report kept as presented. Conversion of Privately Owned Golf Courses Because the outcome of the Carriage Hills litigation will not be known for several months, specific direction on future land use or open space preservation for Carriage Hills, Lost Spur and Parkview should be discouraged. However, a generic discussion of these three areas from a recreational needs standpoint maybe should occur internally and not be included in the plan with "what if s" being considered. If the City ultimately loses the Carriage Hills lawsuit then we'd have some legwork done as a specific plan amendment was undertaken. Development Beyond Eagan Boundaries Determining the timing of development inside (much less outside) of Eagan is difficult; however, it is appropriate to plan for development outside of our boundaries based on the Land Use Plans prepared by our neighbors. Eagan will have a chance to review and comment on adjacent municipality's plans as part of the 2008 Update. DRAFT to APrC 3-07 PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM PLAN INTRODUCTION This section summarizes the Eagan Park Plan (park plan) that was completed in 1994 and updated with the 20/20 Vision document/process in 2006. The Executive Summary of the 20/20 Vision along with updates from 1994 Park Plan are incorporated into this Comprehensive Guide Plan as an appendix. GOALS AND POLICIES 20/20 Guiding Principles: The 20/20 Vision developed the following Guiding Principles: 1. Health and Well-being - Enable the residents of Eagan to pursue an active, healthy lifestyle by providing resources and opportunities for physical and mental well-being. • Enhance both transportation and passive recreational trail systems • Create/maintain healthy community • Provide active and passive recreation opportunities • Provide natural surface, non-bituminous trails through the Eagan's greenways. • Provide for formal gardens in Eagan • Provide non-traditional sports opportunities for youth. 2. Community Equity and Balance - Endow the residents of Eagan with desirable parks, facilities, programs and services throughout the community. • Enhance arts opportunities • Modify facilities such as Cascade Bay Water Park to retain economic viability and continue attracting a wide range of residents. • Provide desirable facilities for reasonable fees and charges with public tax support, as appropriate. • Deepen the sense of community through special events not necessarily linked to specific holidays but rather celebrations of Eagan. 3. Open and Green Space - Enhance the residents of Eagan's quality of life by providing open natural and green spaces for aesthetic, environmental, water quality, recreational and educational purposes. • Preserve/Maintain green space and open space • Enhance both transportation and passive recreational trail systems. • Obtain high quality natural areas for continuous greenways. • Acquire other significant resources as opportunity presents itself • Provide natural and cultural history interpretive programs. 4. Demographic Equity - Ensure that all residents of Eagan have appropriate access to recreational opportunities. Special areas of emphasis are: • Community Service activities that involve youth volunteer initiatives with general adult guidance. • Social/intramural physical activities for teens not involved in organized or varsity sports. • Expanded health/recreational program opportunities for the growing segment of older adults. • Indoor aquatic related health opportunities available during daytime hours. • Seek more program and facility use partnerships with the private and non- profit sector of the community to expand recreation opportunities for residents. 5. Resource Optimization - When undertaking new capital projects, facility service and program enhancements, investigate alternative funding and potential partnerships and sponsorships. • Seek alternate funding sources including partnerships. • Sustainability as a philosophy for facilities. • More involvement of private groups and communities in developing and maintaining the wetlands and parks. • Support and partner with others to purchase and maintain existing and new parks and green spaces. 20/20 Vision Strategies: The 20/20 Vision developed the following strategies for implementation of the policies, programs, and procedures that are in tune with the preceding "Guiding Principles". 1. Maintain the existing park facilities in a sustainable manner to optimize the facilities viability throughout its intended life cycle, extend the facilities lifecycle where feasible, and minimize the cost over the economic life of the facilities. 2. Identify opportunities to partner with interested parties for the development of new and unique and special facilities where either economic criteria or public demand warrants the action. 3. Communicate on an ongoing basis with customers and residents to provide programs and services for the residents that enable them to achieve a healthy, active lifestyle. 4. Make the public aware of desired services that are available from other providers in the City or Region. 5. Continuously track demographic and social trends in the community, and in conjunction with other leisure service providers, offer relevant program and service opportunities to meet the changing needs. 2 6. Provide trails and alternative methods of transportation to make possible commutes, recreational activity, and access to facilities by means other than private motor vehicles. 7. Protect and, as feasible, increase open space and natural resources where clear value will accrue to the residents of Eagan. 8. Enhance the existing facilities in partnership with user organizations that have an interest in improving the facilities. 9. Position the Department to succeed in the era of change by creating or fine-tuning administrative policies and processes and continuously evaluating new practices, methods and technologies that may enhance the administration of the Department. This includes providing additional staff, equipment and materials as needed. TRENDS The greatest impact to Eagan's Parks and Recreation facilities, programs and services is likely to come from the increasing age of the residents. Although there may be differences in how older residents may use the existing facilities and services there may be strikingly few changes needed as the older residents may continue or return to those activities of their youth. Some adaptations may be necessary and there is likely to be increased demand for some facilities of particular interest to an active and well- educated group of residents. The other potential trend has two probable outcomes. If the aging population move from their single family homes into multi-dwelling units, it will open the houses to new tenants or owners. This might result in occupation either by family members or by an increasingly wealthy minority population. Either circumstance would increase the numbers of young people in the community and it is quite likely that the diversity of the community will increase. These are the broad challenges that may face the present and future park and recreation professionals in the next fifteen years. The following trends are national, regional and local in scope. They are not so much predictions of the future but projections of a current reality that are becoming more evident with the passing of each year. Populations will not age in the same ways as older Americans have previously; increasing longevity is predicted to place a burden upon government and social services. • The population continues to become more diverse particularly among the younger generations of Americans. • Potential of two "competing" cohort groups - the growing (children) and the goldening (older adults). • Concerns about obesity, health, and lack of opportunities for physical activity are already a significant factor in today's planning 3 • Building sense of community and the social capital it brings is increasingly important to the viability of communities. • Today's youth remain "at risk" in a number of ways due to unsupervised non- school hours, increases in substance abuse, and lack of physical activity. • There appears to be a growing gap between income levels in the United States. The City does not anticipate any major changes to the current system of service delivery over the next 10-20 years. Rather, the City recognizes the importance of maintaining flexibility to respond to changing needs and trends in a timely manner. With regard to facility development, the City annually reviews and updates a five-year capital improvement plan for parks.. CURRENT ISSUES Conversion of Privately Owned Golf Courses - The 2000 Comprehensive Guide included three privately-owned golf courses in the inventory of public park facilities. At that time participation in golf was increasing and the report referenced a potential need for additional golf courses in Eagan. Since that time, golf participation has leveled off or decreased in most areas of the country and development of new golf courses has virtually stopped. The owners of one or more of the private courses in Eagan wish to redevelop the golf course land into housing or other uses. The impact of this will need to be addressed in terms of open space and recreational needs. Redevelopment and Major Infill of Older Neighborhoods - As Eagan moves toward redevelopment of older neighborhoods, area demographic and population changes will need to be reassessed in order to provide adequate services to the new residents. This acknowledges that new population centers may develop that are not served by the current network of park facilities. It should be noted that new population centers will likely be limited due to the scale of site needed to adversely impact current park distribution. Also, even with redevelopment, the City's ultimate population is not expected to grow beyond 73,000. Riverfront Land - An area not previously developed is the riverfront area along the northwest border of Eagan. Research needs to be done with State and Federal agencies to determine what, if any, types of recreational and public amenities could be added to this area in the future to leverage the natural beauty and river access into an additional attraction for Eagan residents. Dakota County is also looking into recreational use possibilities for this area as part of their Parks Master Planning process. Development Beyond Eagan Boundaries - Previously undeveloped areas of Inver Grove Heights and Rosemount are likely to develop within the scope of this plan. Increases in residents in these areas may impact use of parks and open spaces located in close proximity to the municipal boundaries. These changes will need to be monitored and discussed among the jurisdictions to ensure adequate user amenities. 4 Open Space Acquisition/ Greenway Delineation - The supply of open space in Eagan can be argued to be either adequate or in-adequate based up the types of land considered to be "open space" and the survey sample used as a comparison. At this point in Eagan's development, with relatively few acres of open space available for public acquisition, the goal for open space should be to evaluate remaining undeveloped areas on a case by case basis and strive to acquire only those that have unique and/or vanishing natural characteristics that need to preserved, that contribute to an established park or greenway, or that provide another feature needed for the public good. An Acquisition Criteria Scoring System was developed in 2007 and included as an appendix to this plan for this reason. Funding of Acquisitions, Park Development, and Maintenance of Current System - As Eagan reaches build-out, developers Park Dedication fees will be greatly diminished. This fund has served Eagan well to this point to create a comprehensive park system. The question of how to continue to fund future acquisitions and park improvements will need to be addressed by the City Council. Facility Development - A number of specialized facilities have been proposed by interest. groups in Eagan. These include art facilities, performance facilities, dog parks, and indoor aquatic facility. All of these were addressed in the 20/20 Vision with a directive to continue to monitor public demand and to study future facility additions along with partner groups from each discipline. INVENTORY OF EXISTING PARK SYSTEM FACILTIES (Note: Need to provide updates maps of each park including current amenities and those still desired/needed but not yet in place.) REGIONAL FACILTIES IN EAGAN There are several regional park and open space facilities, managed by state, federal, or county governments, located within or in close proximity to Eagan. Most notably these include: Lebanon Hills Regional Park, Fort Snelling State Park, the Minnesota Zoological Garden, and the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge and Recreation Area. The City acknowledges that these facilities contribute substantial open space and natural areas within easy access of Eagan residents. Trail connections exist or are planned to link these facilities to each other and to the City's park system. STANDARDS AND CLASSIFICATIONS The City has adopted standards to measure the adequacy of facilities and services and to ensure equitable distribution of facilities throughout the community. The 1990 Park Plan established six park planning districts with thirty-four neighborhood park planning service areas. These service areas continue to be accurate for planning purposes at this 5 time but may need to be updated in the future as redevelopment and major infill takes place in older neighborhoods. Eagan uses a park classification system comprised of a variety of facilities that conform to a hierarchy according to their use, size and facility development. These standards were updated in 2006. • Neighborhood Common Intended to serve specific neighborhoods within medium to high density residential areas that can not be adequately served by a traditional neighborhood park due to physical limitations or access constraints. In certain circumstances, the park may be privately operated. Generally, 1 to 4 acres in size with limited amenities that may include a play structure, hard court and some seating, '/4 mile service area. The amenities may be specific to the needs of the surrounding neighborhood. Example: Westcott Commons • Neighborhood Park Provides for a variety active and passive, formal and informal activities, within a park space easily accessible form a defined neighborhood service area, generally 3/4 of a mile. Distribution is throughout the community. Amenities may include ball fields, skating rinks, warming house, play structure, open space and hard courts. The size is variable though most are less than 15 acres. Example: Bridle Ridge Park Community Park Facilities and use are targeted to serve residents. of the entire City. The scale and scope of the site, improvements and amenities are adequate for large groups and special events. Generally more than 25 acres in size, they are often associated with a significant natural feature. Easily accessible from collector and arterial roadways. Amenities are.non-athletic and may include large shelters and pavilions, hiking trails, play structures, fishing piers and picnic grounds. Example: Central Park, Thomas Lake Park, Trapp Farm Park, Black Hawk Park Community Athletic Field A large athletic complex servicing the entire community, intended primarily for organized youth and adult play including tournaments. Generally more than 25 acres in size and easily accessible. Field space may be developed for a specific sport or remain open to allow for multiple sport use. Fields may be lighted to accommodate extended use. Some opportunity for passive use that includes trails and picnic areas, restroom/service buildings and play structures may be on site. Example: Lexington-Diffley Athletic Fields Preserve An isolated site consisting primarily of unique and/or undisturbed tracts of park land. While not physically connected to other park land, it may function as part of an ecological corridor, flyway or a link in other natural processes. Development is associated only with passive activities such as hiking, nature observation or resource enhancement. Some may contain or function as drain runs, retention ponds or storm water collection points. Access may be limited. Example: Patrick Eagan Park 6 Greenway Preserve A primarily undisturbed tract of park land containing unique and/or undisturbed natural resources, most often physically connected to other preserves or resources via a natural corridor. Any activities are passive and may include hiking, nature observation and interpretation. The site may contain elements of, or function as, part of the storm water management system. Access may be limited. Example: • Greenway Corridor A contiguous lineal corridor or resource that enhances, buffers or connects undisturbed natural areas or features. May allow for physical access between areas via a trail or function as wildlife/ecologic corridor. Access may be from multiple public spaces, streets or trails. Example: Highline Trail • Special Use Facilities that provide a unique activity or built environment/amenities that promotes a unique activity. Often intended for a single purpose. The location may be dictated by the physical needs of a specific activity which make it incompatible with other recreational areas. Service areais the entire community. Example: Moonshine Park • Historic Site A site intended to preserve, protect and/or interpret historic areas or buildings. Improvements are generally limited to those intended to enhance the experience of any visitors or of scheduled, on-site, programs. The site may also be designated as historically significant at the State or national level. Example: Holz Farm Park RECREATION PROGRAMS The programs, offerings, and services provided by the Eagan Park and Recreation Department encompass most of the traditional practices of community park and recreation departments throughout the country. These traditional practices include: • Four season scheduling. • Programming structured by age group, program area, or facility. • Predominant use of class, team, and drop-in opportunities. • Emphasis upon sporting activities. The range, extent and variety of programming indicate that the department fulfils its role by "providing a wide range of recreational opportunities to meet the diverse interests of it residents" as indicated as part of its mission to the Eagan community. While the program offerings are very much in keeping with traditional approaches by similar departments, there is evidence of some important innovations being practiced by this department including: • Optimization of resources by partnering with other entities. • Comprehensive offerings for the preschool age group. • Family programming. • Teen-centered programming • Fitness programming. 7 The growing number of older adults, the increasing diversity of our population, the current and projected health crisis, and other issues acting in concert with one another create still another shift in programming focus and direction. These changes in demographics, consumer behavior, community resources, and organizational practices will change the approaches being used by community departments. Some of the program areas that will need additional programming are: • Programs and activities based on the specific benefits identified as being important to resident of Eagan such as: Access and preservation of open space, increasing overall health, and creating a sense of community. • Programs that target the new older adult. • Programs for teens. • Continuing to monitor Eagan's changing demographics and adjusting program offerings accordingly. • Intergenerational programming. NATURAL RESOURCES Natural resource preservation is a fundamental element of Eagan's park and open space planning. The most prominent natural resources within the community include the Minnesota River Valley, lakes and small water basins, wetlands, forest cover, and rolling terrain. Preservation efforts are important to the maintenance of wildlife habitat and movement corridors; preservation of rare or endangered flora and fauna; storm water detention and aquatic recharge areas; visual relief and aesthetic considerations; preservation of the community's historical perspective; and to provide environmental education. The rationale supporting resource preservation and an assessment of programs, policies, and resource preservation methods and regulations are described in the park plan. In addition, opportunities for natural resource interpretation and action steps to assist in preserving Eagan's sensitive resource base are identified. NEEDS AND DEMANDS ANAYLSIS Today, Eagan has 1360 acres of City-owned park land and a population of 63,577 in the 2000 census. This equates to a park land supply of 21.4 acres per 1,000 residents. However, when open space and park land owned by other public entities such as the School Districts, County, State and Federal governments are included the total becomes 4550 acres of open space. This equates to an open space supply of 71.6 acres per 1000 population. TRAIL SYSTEM The primary goal of Eagan's Comprehensive Guide Plan - Trails Section is to develop a continuous interconnected system of bikeways and trails that would serve recreational and transportation needs. Nationally trails are used for walking, bicycling, horseback riding, hiking, running, and commuting. Utilization of trails is on the increase due to the 8 variety of users that can share the experiences. The greatest barrier to trail development is finding suitable land. Obtaining the use of linear strips of land, particularly in urban areas, is a difficult task. Eagan, through the Comp-Guide-Plan/Trails has a preliminary route that will achieve these objectives. The following material is intended to organize, prioritize and otherwise provide trail development concepts that will enhance the trails System and make it a "user-friendly means of recreation and transportation. To ensure the City of Eagan is a trails-friendly city it must continue to plan for, develop, implement and enhance its pedestrian and bicycle transportation network and hard surface trail system. Additionally, the Trails Element should highlight policies and programs to encourage walking and bicycling as alternative travel modes and generally make trail use safer for bicyclists, motor vehicles and pedestrians. These comments also recognize that new technology, such as motor scooters and the Segway (two-wheeled, upright mechanized transport) may make use of these designated trails as well as variations on mopeds and similar non-vehicular transports. The Trails Element discusses the utilization of utility rights-of-ways, power lines, current or future abandoned railroad beds, existing parks, proposed parks, city streets, and private property to create a functional trail network for all users. The continuous implementation of the trail system will become an integral part of the land development process. The Goals of this Element are to provide trail development concepts that will: • Develop an interconnected system of trails that serve transportation and recreational needs and accommodate a variety of skill levels. • Guide implementation by developers, public agencies, and others. • Increase the number of trips made by foot and bicycle for both transportation and recreation. • Make pedestrian use and bicycling safer and more convenient for the residents of Eagan and its workforce. The Objectives of this Element are to provide examples that may assist planners to: • Provide trail connections to transit centers, central business districts, employment areas, major shopping centers,-regional hiker-biker trails, and regional parks. • Provide connections to current or planned trail facilities in adjacent municipalities and State and Federal owned properties. • Develop a methodology to prioritize and implement trail projects in order to benefit as many users and potential users as soon as possible. • Minimize conflicts between pedestrians/bicyclists and motor vehicles and between bicyclists and pedestrians. 9 • Suggest City programs and policies that will educate residents and non-residents on safe and effective bicycling, walking and encourage more people to walk and use a bicycle for commuting to work or other trips. Guiding Principles: • Maintain a citywide perspective - Focus on major roadway connections, and hiker-biker trails that form the basic framework for the citywide trail system. • Provide access - Trails should connect residential areas with commercial, community and activity centers. Bicycle parking facilities should be provided at all key destinations such as transit stations, employment centers, shopping centers, libraries, community centers, and civic buildings. • Emphasize connectivity and continuity - Existing and proposed trails should be continuous within and between existing and planned communities as well as with municipalities and neighboring jurisdictions. • Provide variety and balance - To the extent possible, ensure that various bicycling experience levels are met by developing a balanced system of shared use paths, bike lanes, and shared use roadways. • Ensure that transportation, environmental, and community concerns are addressed during the trail facility planning and implementation. PLAN CHANGES SINCE (1994) Approved Park Master Plans: • Holz Farm Park, June 20, 2003 • Patrick Eagan Park, November 21, 2006 10