03/20/2000 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionAGENDA
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Monday, March 20, 2000
7:00 PM
Eagan Municipal Center
City Council Chambers
A. 7:00 PM Regular Meeting
B. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 10 and February 14, 2000
E. Visitors to be Heard
F. Department Happenings
G. Consent Agenda
(1) Pfeifer Addition Gene & Brenda Pfeifer
(2) Slumberland Addition - Slumberland, Inc.
(3) 1999 Metro Environment Partnership Grant
(4) Orchard Heights Addition - Gonyea Development
H. Development Proposals
(1) Glen Pond - Larry Wenzel
L Old Busineess
(1) Cedarvale Update
(2) Greenspace Task Force Report
J. New Business
(1) Seniors Survey
(2) Playwagon recommendation
(3) Land Acquisition Proposal - Patrick Eagan Park
(4) Rahn Park Cell Tower
K. Parks and Recreation Update
L. Water Resources Update
M. Other Business and Reports
(1) Healthy Communities Initiative
(2) Commission Goals
(3) Subcommittee Updates
(4) Community Facility Task Force Update
(6) Communications
N. Round Table
0. Adjournment
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The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that allpersons 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. I fa notice of less than 96 hours is received the City will attempt to provide the aids.
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
2000 MEETING SCHEDULE
NAME Feb
14 Mar
20 April
17 May
15 June
19 July
17 Aug
14 Sept
18 Oct
16 Nov
20 Dec
18 Jan
Joseph Bari X
Terry Davis X
Cyndee Fields X
N.Mark Filipi X
Kevin Gutknecht X
Floyd Hiar (Alternate) X
Barbara Johnson X
George Kubik X
Daryle Petersen
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Dorothy Peterson X
John Rudolph X
Recreation Sub-Committee
Kevin Gutknecht
John Rudolph
Cyndee Fields
Natural Resources Sub-Committee
N. Mark Filip
George Kubik
Daryle Petersen
Acquisition/Deveioument Sub-Committee
Dorothy Peterson
Barbara Johnson
Terry Davis
Joseph Bari
Floyd Hlar
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
OPEN ISSUES
1. Commission Review Workshop
2. Spring Maintenance Demonstration
3. Recognition of Sharon Holbeck
4. Review revenue sources in lieu of park dedication
5. Review Docks
6. Naming Holz Lake (check If named)
7. Seasonal easement at top of Trapp Fann tubing hill
8. Wetland and Setback Buffers
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
2000 MEMBERS
=NAME AND ADDRESS Release ' TERM TELEPHONE. Y TERM
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JOSEPH BARI Secretary 1999 651-454-8442 (H) 1/2002
3033 Timberwood Trail Yes (3 yr. 1999)
Eagan, MN 55121
TERRY DAVIS 1997 651-452-2635 (H) 1/2003
4895 Safari Pass Yes (3 yr. 1997) 651-310-8941 (W)
Eagan, MN 55122-2690 (3 yr. 2000) 452-2152 (Home fax)
terry. davls@StPaul.com
CYNDEE FIELDS 2000 651-686-0351 (H) 1/2003
4725 Weston Hills Drive Yes (3 yr. 2000)
Eagan MN 55123
N. MARK FILIPI May, 651-687-9866 (H) 1/2001
836 Overlook Place Yes 1997 651-602-1725 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 1998) mark.filipi@metc.state.mn.us
KEVIN GUTKNECHT 1999 651-454-2890 (H) 1/2002
960 Savannah Road Yes (3 yr. 1999) 763-323-5744 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 kggutkne@co.anoka.mn.us
FLOYD HIAR (Alternate) 2000 651-456-0387 (H u W) 1/2001
Yes
3720 Knoll Ridge Drive
Eagan MN 55122
BARBARA JOHNSON 1997 651-452-2609 (H) 1/2001
4535 Oak Chase Road Yes (3 yr. 1998)
Eagan, MN 55123
GEORGE KUBIK V.Chair 1993 651-452-3887 (H) 1/2002
3053 Pine Ridge Drive Yes (3 yr. 1996) 612-713-5315 (W)
Eagan, MN 55121 (3 yr. 1999) George_Kubik@mail.fws.gov
DARYLE PETERSEN 1996 651-681-0170 (H) 1/2001
4126 Lantern Lane Yes (3 yr. 1998) 612-514-5155 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 daryle.Iee.petersen@medtronic.com
DOROTHY PETERSON 2000 651-454-6532 (H) 1/2003
4337 Sequoia Drive Yes (3 yr. 2000)
Eagan, MN 55122
JOHN RUDOLPH Chair 1993 651-454-8761 (H) 1/2001
1644 Norwood Court Yes (3 yr. 1998) 612-707-2402 (Fax)
Eagan, MN 55122 612-707-2526 (voicemail) 1/2o?oo
jrudo1ph@burnsV111e.k12.mn.us
Eagan City Staff E-Mail:
vraa@ci.eagan.mn.us cmesko@ci.eaaan.mn.us polson@ci.eaaan.mn.us Lsfahl@ci.eaaan.mn.us
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Phone # 651-681-4661 (Cherryl's # after 4:30 p.m.)
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARK AND RECREATION
DATE: MARCH 15, 2000
REMINDER: Preceding the regular Commission meeting there is a workshop session
beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the second floor conference room for the purpose of continuing
the Moonshine Park planning review.
Item B. Call to Order
Item C. Approve Agenda
Item D. Approval of Minutes of January 10 and February 14.
Item E. Visitors to be heard.
As of the writing, staff is not aware of any items to be brought forward.
Item F. Department Happenings.
Staff will review several of the items that the public may have particular interest in.
Item G. Consent Agenda
There are four items for Commission review. It has been the Commission's practice to
approve all items with a single motion unless there are questions requiring a response.
Item H. Development Items.
There is one item, Glen Pond Addition, which is a PUD. A staff report is attached that
covers this item.
Item I. Old Business
1. The Commission was previously requested to respond to a redevelopment
proposal prepared for the Cedarvale area. The Commission held a workshop
session and a response was prepared that went to the City Council on March
6. Jamie Verbrugge, Assistant City Administrator, will be at the Commission
meeting to review this issue.
2. The Greenspace Task Force has completed its draft report. Planner Kirmis,
who has been working with the APC/APrC, has prepared the draft for review.
If approved, this item will then be forwarded to the Advisory Planning
Commission and then to the City Council for further direction.
Item J. New Business
1. Staff has prepared a "Senior Survey" as a means to help determine interest in
recreational program opportunities. Staff sees the survey as a means to find
out `what the customer" wants. Because the senior population is very diverse,
staff expects a very broad spectrum of responses.
2. Staff has been reviewing the potential of redefining the uses for the
` playwagaon". The playwagon has been a part of the summer playground
program for 20 years and has served the community well, however, there are
some thoughts as to how to make use of this asset and provide alternative
programming with it. A memo is provided on this issue.
3. Staff has received an offer to sell a parcel of land to the City next to Patrick
Eagan Park. The parcel is about 1.2 acres in size. Again, a memo reviewing
this offer is enclosed.
4. A proposal to install cellular antenna in Rahn Park.
Item K. Parks and Recreation Update
Superintendent of Parks will give a brief verbal report on activities of the division as
spring activates begin.
Item L Water Resources Update
The Water Resources Coordinator will provide a verbal report on activities and the need
to begin the process of updating the Water Quality Management Plan. This plan is
reviewed every five years.
Item M Other business and reports
Verbal reports will be provided for all items, however there are inclusions in the packet
on three of the items.
Item N Round Table
Items of interest or inquiry by Commission Members.
Item 0 Adjournment.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Commission for the sympathy
cards with the recent passing of my father. You all would have liked my father; he had a
great sense of humor, loved to work with youth and sports, and always seemed to find the
good in people. I will miss him.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken Vraa
DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
MARCH, 2000
1. The Youth Development site at Quarry Park co-hosted a community event with School District 197's
ECFE. 100 youth and family members attended our first ever Hawaiian Luau on Tuesday, March 7.
Participants enjoyed a Hawaiian Barbecue, Hula contest and made grass skirts and lays. The Park
maintenance crew did an incredible job setting up the chuck wagon, portable fire pit and tikki torches.
Even Mother Nature cooperated by giving us a 70-degree day!
2. At the Wescott site, we are looking forward to a Family Bingo night to be held on Friday, March 24, 2000
along with a spring clean-up in the park coming up in April.
3. With end of February came the end of the winter ice rinks and the Trapp Farm Park tubing hill. The last
day of operation was February 21 '.
4. On Friday, February 25th, families enjoyed a hayride and bonfire at Diamond T Ranch. It was a perfect
evening many families took advantage of.
5. Work has begun on the Thomas Lake Capital Improvement Project. In early March, the City's Engineering
Department reviewed bids on the excavation of a stormwater detention basin (BP- 12) located south of the
lake. Currently there is little volume in BP-12 to treat stormwater before it enters the lake carrying nutrients
and sediment. Last week, a Sentence-to-Service crew worked with the City to prepare the area by clearing
trees and shrubs around the basin. The excavator may be challenged to do the work this spring, however.
Because of the early thaw, excavation may have to wait till late fall or early winter after the ground has
refrozen.
6. The Eagan Football Boosters had its 9th annual fundraising sale of lawn fertilizers on March 18. The
Boosters work with the Water Resources Division to promote the use of low- and no-phosphorus fertilizers
to protect lake and pond water quality. Low-phosphorus fertilizers contain 3 percent phosphorus. Each year
the group sells about 1700 bags of fertilizer, and 55 to 65 percent of those bags contain 3 percent or less
phosphorus. Tests of Eagan lawn soils several years ago suggest that phosphorus is not needed in
fertilizers.
7. The Water Resources Division is collaborating with the Dakota County Environmental Education Program,
the Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District, and Minnesota Extension Service to sponsor a
one-day workshop on Naturalizing Your Shoreline. The workshop will be held on May 6, 2000 from 9:00
a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Eagan Fire Training Facility, 3795 Pilot Knob Road. The workshop will be limited
to about 85 people who will need to pre-register for the morning and afternoon sessions. The morning
session will focus on background information about values and functions of shoreland vegetation and about
environmentally sensitive techniques. This session will cost $25 to cover materials. The afternoon session
will be a design workshop and small-group hands-on exercise. This session will cost $35 to cover
materials. Contact the Water Resources Division at (651) 681-4300 for questions or more details.
8. Currently, there are 205 adult softball teams registered for summer. Registrations are still being accepted
for leagues with openings. League play will begin on April 24 - 28.
9. Information regarding co-rec sand volleyball has been mailed out to returning teams for the upcoming
summer season.
10. The Dakota County Sentence Service (STS) work crew began working in Eagan on March 13. The City has
9 work weeks scheduled with STS over the next 6 months. During March the STS crew will be cleaning
parks and pond basins and sweeping bridge decks. Later in the spring they will assist with the preseason
cleanup at Cascade Bay. Summer projects will include tree mulching, rink painting and refilling and
leveling pea gravel surfaces under playgrounds.
11. The Departments application for a Metro Greenways grant, to be used for the preparation of a Patrick
Eagan Park master plan, was not approved. Competition for the grants was very keen, with most of the
funding being allocated for the development of management or restoration plans. Staff will be exploring
other alternatives.
12. Several meetings of the Glacier Hills School playground committee have recently been held to review
proposals from various playground suppliers for the second phase of their playground. City staff has been
involved in the review process and will be doing the installation in the summer of 2001. Staff will be
installing the second phase of the Red Pine school playground this summer.
13. The girls fast pitch softball organization has approved funding for modifications to the players bench areas
at the Northview and Lexington-Diffley complexes to better accommodate fast pitch games and
tournaments they host or bid on. The modifications at Northview include the installation of fencing in front
of the bench area and moving the benches back to create more useable space between the new fence and
back fence. Fence panels will be modified and anchored in front of the Lexington-Diffley players benches.
14. Staff will be working with 2 Eagle Scout candidates to revegetate 2 areas on the 35E back slope
overlooking the east end of Blackhawk Lake. Seedlings planted on the slope several years ago had
experienced a high mortality rate. Several alternative plant species, including native grasses, will be tried.
A third Eagle project, proposed for Holz Farm, is being reviewed while a fourth project involving the
development of a historic trail route is nearing completion. Staff can generally accommodate 2-3 Eagle
projects each year.
15. The warming weather and lack of snow has allowed the maintenance staff to get an early start on several
spring maintenance programs including playground safety inspections, soccer field layouts and building
repairs. The sweeping of boulevard trails along the County Roads was completed by the earliest date in
memory. It is important to note that the sand is swept from the trail onto the grass boulevard, from where it
is subsequently swept and picked up by Dakota County.
16. Staff is in the process of refurbishing the interior of the Northview athletic building restroom and
concession area. Over the years there had been considerable water damage within the walls necessitating
the replacement of wall boards and tile. Other improvements include new overhead concession doors, light
fixtures and plumbing.
17. A customized customer service training designed around circumstances that staff deals with daily has been
scheduled for March 23 to equip several department staff with techniques to provide quality customer
service.
18. The spring skating program is underway serving 438 participants. The skating program will be annual ice
show this coming May 5th and 6th All skating school staff participated in an in-service training in late
February that dealt with the importance of customer service.
19. This is a busy time of year for receiving field use requests. Numerous requests have been received thus far
and permits and allocations will be dealt with in the next few weeks.
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City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation MEMO
Date: March 20, 2000
Agenda Item: C-i, Pfeffer Addition
x Action
Information
x Attachments: I. Location Map
2. Prdimhmry Plat Map
AGENDA ITEM: G-1, PFEIFER ADDITION-GENE AND BRENDA PFEIFER
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY. KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
I ITEM OVERVIEW: Review parks, trails, tree preservation and water quality issues pertaining to a
Preliminary Subdivision (Pfeifer Addition) to divide an existing lot into two lots.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY-
Gene and Brenda Pfeifer are requesting approval of a Preliminary Subdivision (Pfeifer Addition)
to create two lots on1.05 acres located at 4580 Oak Pond Road in the SE'/4 of Section 26. The
proposed development has a density of 1.9 units peracre.
The Oak Pond Hills subdivision was platted in 1977 and the exiting single-family dwelling was
constructed in 1978 on the western portion of the site. There is a small wetland in the center of
the site. The existing house is currently served by an individual well and on-site septic system.
The site is wooded and there is a wetland in the central portion of the site. In 1998, the City
reconstructed the streets in this area and installed municipal water and sanitary sewer systems.
The installation of municipal services included two water and two sanitary sewer connections for
this lot. `
The property is zoned R-1, Single-Family Residential and is located within the Shoreland
Overlay District of McDonough Lake, a DNR protected waterbody classified as a recreational
development lake. The proposed subdivision would create two lots, the existing home would
remain on Lot 1 (30,154 square feet in area) and Lot 2, (15,636 square feet) would be vacant for
future construction of a single-family residence. Both lots exceed the minimum required lot size
of 15,000 square feet, public street frontage of 50 feet and lot width of 100 feet. Public street
access for both lots will be provided from Oak Pond Road.
ANALYSIS:
Parks and Trails Dedication
This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication
Tree Preservation
This 1.1 acre site is located at 4580 Oak Pond Road in the southeast quarter of Section 26.
The site is currently wooded with a variety of deciduous hardwood trees, mostly oak trees in
the 14" to 24" diameter range.
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A tree inventory has been submitted for this application. It indicates that there are twenty-
two (22) significant trees located within the site. Twenty-one of the trees inventoried are oak
trees.
As proposed, development will result in the removal of 5 significant trees (22.7% of the
total). According to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance, allowable removal for
this type of development (single family residential) is set at 20%.
An individual lot tree preservation plan will be required for this lot at the time of building
permit application. The submitted plan must fulfill all the requirements of the Tree
Preservation Ordinance including grading limits, methods to protect trees intended to be
preserved (i.e. tree protection fencing placed one foot per one inch diameter of each tree to be
preserved, and the species, size and location of any required replacement trees.
Water Quality/Wetlands
This proposed 1-acre single-family subdivision is located in the City's L-watershed. Similar to
other residential developments, regardless of size, the new home will generate additional
stormwater runoff within the City. Because this development is small, however, on site
treatment of stormwater for water quality purposes is not practical. Nevertheless, in accordance
with the policies the City has had in place since 1990, the development is responsible for a cash
dedication equal to the cost of the land and pond volume needed to reduce phosphorus export to
undeveloped conditions.
There are no jurisdictional wetlands associated with this site.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
To recommend approval subject to the following conditions:
1. This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication.
2. Acknowledge that an individual lot tree preservation plan will be required for Lot 2.
Block 1 at the time of building permit application.
3. Require that Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot
polyethylene laminate safety netting) be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of
the Critical Root Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be
preserved. This tree protection fencing shall be installed on lots 5, 6 and 8.
4. Require that the applicant contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre-
construction site inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit
to ensure compliance with the approved Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the
Tree Protection Fencing.
5. A cash dedication in lieu of on-site water quality ponding would be required for this
development.
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City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation
MEMO
March 20,2000
Agenda Item: G-2, Slambedand Addidon
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13 Information
? Attachments: 1.Locatim Map
2. Site Plan
3. Site Grading Plan
AGENDA ITEM: G-2, SLUMBERLAND ADDITION-SLUMBERLAND, INC.
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
ITEM OVERVIEW: Review parks, trails, tree preservation and water quality issues pertaining to a
Preliminary Subdivision (Slumberland Addition) of approximately seven acres to create two commercial lots
platted as Eagan Promenade 3`l Addition.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
C.M. Architecture, P.A., on behalf of Slumberland, Inc., is requesting approval of a Preliminary
Subdivision (Slumberland Addition) to create two lots on 6.7 acres located north of Byerly's and
south of The Home Depot on Northwoods Parkway in the SE '/. of Section 10.
Last year the City approved an amendment to the Planned Development for this property to allow
two 35,000 square foot retail buildings rather than one 60,000 square foot building and those
development plans were created with a future subdivision of the property in mind. Since then,
construction has begun on the westerly of the two buildings. The Slumberland store, and the
developer is now ready to move forward with subdividing the property.
ANALYSIS:
Parks and Trails Dedication
This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication.
Tree Preservation
There are no significant trees or woodlands on site, therefore, there are no tree preservation issues
with this development.
Water Ouality/Wetlands
Because water quality requirements were addressed for the entire Eagan Promenade
commercial development, there are no such issues for this development. There also are no
jurisdictional wetlands associated with this development
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
To recommend approval subject to the following conditions:
1. This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication.
2. This proposal would be subject to a cash trails dedication.
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Date: March 20,2000
Agenda Item: G3, 1999 Metromviroment.
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AGENDA ITEM: G-3,1999 METROENVIRONMENT PARTNERSHIP GRANT
TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: ERIC MACBETH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR
I ITEM OVERVIEW: Recommend acceptance of $33,070 grant from the metropolitan council to study the
effectiveness of street sweeping to improve water quality in 2000 and 2001.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
The Metro Environment Partnership Grant Program of the Metropolitan Council (MC) focuses
on reducing, controlling, and preventing nonpoint sources of pollution to Metropolitan Area lakes
and rivers. Projects must be directed toward the reduction, control or prevention of nonpoint
source pollution. Applicants are encouraged to work cooperatively with other local government
and non-government organizations to develop joint, multi-purpose projects. 1999 is the first year
of this five-year grant program. Eligible project sponsors include state, federal, county, and city
government; soil and water conservation districts; watershed management organizations; public
schools; nonprofit organizations, or trade and professional organizations are eligible. The project
must be located in whole or in part within the seven-county metropolitan area. The sponsor of a
project located only partly in the metro area must be a state agency, or a governmental entity with
jurisdiction in the metro area.
Proposals were accepted for educational, technical, or research projects. A match of 25 percent
cash or in-kind funds was required for the educational and technical grants. An application was
submitted to the MC by Water Resources staff in late October 1999. The MC received 89
applications requesting a total of $7.7 million and approved funding for 25 projects for a total of
$1 million.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The goal of the study is to improve the water quality of urban lakes by reducing the amount of
nonpoint source pollution entering storm sewer systems. The study proposes to investigate the
environmental and economic effectiveness of street sweeping for water quality improvement.
Recent studies of different types of street sweepers suggest that employing sweepers with fine-
particle, vacuum-based technology will result in improved water quality and will be cost-
effective. However, these studies provide little direct evidence to support these hypotheses. In
1994, the Metropolitan Council assembled a 50-page report, Best practices: Street sweeping, to
help city public works departments provide more cost-effective street-sweeping services.
However, that report did not specifically address water quality issues of urban lakes, which are
major concerns for many municipalities in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area and throughout
Minnesota.
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This proposal is centered on a set of Fall and Spring trials beginning in Fall, 2000, employing a
conventional broom sweeper, a regenerative air sweeper, and a fine-particle, vacuum-based
sweeper. The first machine is owned by the City of Eagan, while the other two machines will be
leased from manufacturers. Currently, the City of Eagan conventionally sweeps 69 curb-miles in
11 priority subwatersheds each Fall and Spring. Four of those subwatersheds will be selected as
the study area, with different types of sweepers assigned randomly. The project will determine
the effectiveness of the street sweepers to collect nonpoint source pollutants, the extent to which
each street sweeper improves water quality, and the economic and environmental feasibility of
street sweeping to improve water quality. The study will run from July 1, 2000 to December 31,
2001.
Of the $68,470 project budget, the City is providing matching cash and in-kind funds of $35,400.
Recently, the Gun Club Lake Watershed Management Organization agreed to provide an
additional $5,500 to help implement the study.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Recommend the city council to accept the $33,070 grant from the Metropolitan Council to study
the effectiveness of street sweeping to improve water quality in 2000 and 2001.
City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation
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Date: March 20, 2000
Agenda Item: Orchard Hdglds Add.
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AGENDA ITEM: G-4, ORCHARD HEIGHTS ADDITION-GONYEA DEVELOPMENT
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
I ITEM OVERVIEW: Review parks, trails, tree preservation and water quality issues pertaining to a
Preliminary Subdivision (Orchard Heights Addition) of 4.4 acres to create 11 single family lots.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Gonyea Company, Inc., is requesting approval of a Preliminary Subdivision (Orchard Heights)
and a Rezoning from Agricultural to R-I (single-family residential) to create 11 lots on 4.43
acres located south of Hwy. 55, north of Red Oak Circle at Black Oak Drive in the northeast 1/4 of
Section 12. The proposed development has a gross density of 2.48 units per acre.
This proposed development is subject to review by Inver Grove Heights under the terms of the
1997 Joint Powers Agreement between the two cities. To accommodate the existing home with
the necessary setbacks, the proposed subdivision extends into the city of Inver Grove Heights and
the developer is requesting of the two cities that the municipal boundary be adjusted so that the
subdivision will be located entirely within the City of Eagan.
The property is unplatted and contains a single-family residence, which was constructed in 1966.
The southern portion of the site contains rows of apple trees that were previously planted as an
orchard. The northwest corner of the site is wooded. A northerly cul-de-sac extension of Black
Oak Drive (Black Oak Court) is proposed to provide access to this development. The' existing
driveway access to Hwy. 55 would be eliminated and new driveway access to the existing
residence provided from Black Oak Court.
ANALYSIS:
Parks and Trails Dedication
This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication.
Tree Preservation
This 4.4 acre site is located north of Black Oak Drive and south of Hwy 55. The site is
currently an old apple orchard. In addition to the approximately 200 apple trees on site there
is also a deciduous woodland located in the north west comer of the site.
A tree inventory has been submitted for this application. It indicates that there are sixty (60)
significant trees located within the site. The tree species are comprised of oak trees in
diameters from 6" to 25", averaging about 15". The balance of the tree resource is
comprised of birch, black cherry, basswood, spruce, and locust trees scattered in amongst the
oak woodlands.
As proposed, development will result in the removal of 12 significant trees (20% of the
total). According to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance, allowable removal for
this type of development (single-phase, single family residential) is set at 40%. Therefore,
with a proposed removal less than allowable limits, there is no mitigation applied to this
application. However, as is the case with all proposed single family residential applications,
tree preservation requirements will be again considered at the time of building permit
application for the following lots; 5, 6, and 8.
The applicant has indicated that two trees (intended to be preserved) may or may not be able
to be preserved through construction of houses on those lots. Trees in question are a 14" red
oak in lot 6, and a 25" locust in lot 8. If these trees cannot be preserved, during house
construction, tree mitigation will be applied. Also, tree protection fence must be installed,
before site grading occurs, to protect these trees.
Water Quality/Wetlands
This proposed 4.4-acre single-family subdivision is located in the City's L-watershed. A portion
of the site (1.08 acres) will drain north to the ditch easement along State Highway 55, while 0.84
acres will drain east to a low area within the City of Inver Grove Heights. Future stormwater
ponding for eventual development in Inver Grove Heights will likely accommodate the
stormwater into the low area. The remainder of the site (2.51 acres) will drain into the City of
Eagan's stormwater system primarily City Pond GP-1.1 to be treated before entering Bur Oak
Pond (GP-1), a Class II indirect contact waterbody. Because this development is relatively
small, on site water quality treatment of stormwater is not practical. Therefore, in accordance
with City policies, the development is responsible for a cash dedication equal to the cost of the
land and pond volume needed to reduce phosphorus export to undeveloped conditions.
There are no jurisdictional wetlands associated with this site.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
To recommend approval subject to the following conditions:
1. This proposal would be subject to a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication.
2. Acknowledge that an individual lot tree preservation plan will be required for lots 5, 6,
and 8 at the time of building permit application.
3. Require that Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot
polyethylene laminate safety netting) be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of
the Critical Root Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be
preserved. This tree protection fencing shall be installed on lots 5, 6 and 8.
4. Require that the applicant contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre-
construction site inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit
to ensure compliance with the approved Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the
Tree Protection Fencing.
5. A cash dedication in lieu of on-site water quality ponding would be required for this
development.
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AGENDA ITEM: H-1; GLEN POND - LARRY WENZEL
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
Date: March 20, 2000
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PREPARED BY: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECRATION
ITEM OVERVIEW: A Planned Unit Development and development proposal for a four building
apartment complex, and expansion of the current Glen Pond Apartments. This proposal provides for a
land exchange with the City to accommodate the future "ring road" through this area. The Commission
will need to consider a park and trail dedication as well as the adequacy of the open space provided
within the development. Tree mitigation and water quality are also issues.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
This 13.4 acre site is located south of High-site Drive and north of Marice Drive in the
southwest quarter of Section 10. The Planning report and plan submittals are attached and
identified as Attachments 1 and 2.
ANALYSIS:
Park Service District
This development is within Park Service District I OW, bounded by I-35 E, Lone Oak and
Pilot Knob. This service district has been nearly fully developed since the late 1970's and
early 1980's with this development being one of the last to occur. Only property
immediately south of Le May Lake remains vacant. Moonshine Park, acquired in the 1970's
by dedication was designated as the neighborhood park, but remains undeveloped. Steep
slopes and water dominate the property.
In December of 1998, the City acquired an additional 2.5 acres of property to the north to be
included in the park (Don Grant property). The Park Systems Plan has identified the need for
additional land acquisition by dedication and purchase to expand the usable property to
create a park. Currently, there is nothing in the park to satisfy recreation needs. Moonshine
Park is currently going through a design study process (begun in January 2000). That process
is not expected to be completed until later this year.
The closest parks to this service district are Pilot Knob Park and County Home Park. The
new central park will be developed in close proximity to this area in the future, however, all
three parks require crossing major roads.
Analysis of Open Space
Multi-family residential is required by zoning ordinance to provide 300 square feet of "open
space" for each unit. This development has shown two areas. There is one small centrally
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located 4,800 square foot space that would include a tot-lot. This area is surrounded by
parking and roadway but is central and visible to the four buildings. The second area is to
the northeast and is about 42,800 square feet with significant slopes down to, a pond. The
slopes limit the use of this space for most uses typical of play areas of this proportion. The
pond area was previously created and second growth vegetation is now on site. The pond
divides the open space, further reducing its usefulness.
Vegetation
A tree inventory has been submitted for this application. It indicates that the following
significant woodlands currently exist on site.
Main Parcel Severed Parcel
Existing Significant Woodlands 189,103 ft sq 86,413 ft sq
Allowable Removal (47.5%) 89,824 ft sq 41,046 ft sq
Proposed to remove 155,482 ft sq (82.2%) 16,701 ft sq
Proposed to be preserved 33,621 ft sq (17.8%) 70,342 ft sq
To be replaced 65.658 ft sq None
Required Mitigation 262 Cat. B Trees None
With a significant woodland removal in excess of allowable limits there will be tree
mitigation applied to this application. As the development is currently proposed, tree
mitigation calculates to the installation of 131 Category A trees or 262 Category B trees or
524 Category C trees. The submitted Tree Mitigation Plan indicates that 321 category B trees
will be installed on the total site.
Forty-two of the mitigation trees are Japanese Tree Lilacs. The trees are not typically counted
as mitigation trees because they have a mature height and spread of 15-25 feet. They are better
described as large shrubs/small trees. The City's position is that the Japanese Tree Lilacs on the
mitigation list either need to be replaced with overstory trees or transferred to the Landscape
Plan.
The proposed grading plan shows encroachment/grading extending approximately 30 feet
into the preserved tree area in the northeast portion of the site. If the grade limits stays as is,
a revised tree mitigation plan will need to be submitted, adding 20 more category B trees.
The tree preservation ordinance will be applied to the "severed parcel" when and if an
application for development of this parcel is applied for.
Water Quality
This 13.91-acre development is located in the City's C-watershed and will generate
stormwater that, after routing through a series of nutrient traps and sediment basins, will
eventually reach Gravel Pit Lake (CP-9), one of the City's waterbodies ranked as Class II-a
priority classification for indirect contact recreation.
The proposed development will meet the water quality requirements of the City by
establishing a treatment pond. The size and volume of water quality treatment ponds are
based on the proportion of proposed developments that is impervious (i.e., covered by
buildings, parking lots, driveways, and walks). In this case, 38 percent of the 10.64-acre
portion of the proposed development, located north of the future Northwood Parkway, is
impervious. Of the remaining 3.27 acres of the development (the so-called "severed parcel"
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south of the future Northwood Parkway) an estimated 30 percent would be impervious. This
is an estimated proportion because the developer has proposed only a conceptual plan and not
a specific plan for the "severed parcel."
Based on the above assumptions, a minimum wet-pond volume of 1.25 acre-feet covering an
area of 0.50 acres is required to treat stormwater generated by the entire 13.91-acre
development. If the developer were to propose impervious coverage of the "severed parcel"
exceeding 30 percent, additional treatment volume may be required.
Wetlands
There are three wetlands associated with this site. One wetland is located in the northeast
corner of the development. This is a non-natural, unprotected wetland. The other two
wetlands are natural. Relating to development of the future Northwood Parkway, the City in
October 1999 engaged a consultant to prepare a wetland delineation report for this site. The
report identifies the larger, delineated wetland to the west (CP-5, a.k.a. wetland "A") to be an
open-water wetland dominated by broad-leafed cattails along its edge. This wetland covers
3.55 acres. The smaller, delineated wetland to the east (wetland "B") is a low-lying fresh
meadow dominated by reed canary grass. This wetland is 0.3 acres in size.
The two delineated wetlands fall under the jurisdiction of both the Wetland Conservation Act
of Minnesota (WCA) -administered locally by the City-and Section 404 of the federal
Clean Water Act administered by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Any proposals to
drain or to fill these wetlands need to meet the provisions of these laws. This development is
not proposing to drain either wetland.
This development proposes to excavate 0.10 acres of wetland "B" to incorporate it into the
required stormwater treatment pond for the site. The development also proposes to grade an
additional 0.05 acres of jurisdictional wetland (portions of "A" and "B") while creating the
stormwater treatment pond. While this activity does not fall under WCA jurisdiction, it is
subject to Section 404. The developer will need to submit a detailed excavation and grading
proposal to the Corps, which will initiate a 30-day public review before the activity is
permitted and can proceed.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The proposed open space with this development seems inadequate in comparison to other
multi-family developments. While the zoning regulations dictate the amount of space
required, it does not regulate the quality of that space. With a P.U.D., the City has greater
flexibility in defining the open space needs. The City has not required developers to put in
amenities such as tennis courts, pools, or ballfields. When developers have put in these
elements, the amount of cash park dedication has been reduced. This is done in recognition
that the demands for recreational services and facilities to be provided by the City have been
reduced.
This proposal seems to lack sufficient flat area in which adults and youth could use to throw
a frisbee, play catch, have a cook-out, put up a volleyball net/court or other similar informal
activities. Since it appears that a new design is likely, re-working the grading plan to provide
for this green space amenity can also be worked into the plan. Staff is also concerned about
the significant amount of tree removal on the main parcel.
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ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. To recommend approve of the preliminary plat and PUD subject to conditions including:
• Require that a cash parks dedication be met.
• Require that a cash trail dedication be met.
• Require that the developer provide sufficient flat, grass space to provide for informal
recreation opportunities.
• Require the relocation of the tot lot to a safer location.
• Require that the applicant install 131 Category A trees or 262 Category B trees or 524
Category C trees, or an equivalent combination of these trees as mitigation for tree removal in
excess of allowable limits. Mitigation shall be in addition to any City required landscaping.
All Japanese Lilac trees to be removed from the mitigation list and replaced with overstory
trees.
• Require that a revised Tree Mitigation Plan be submitted that shows the correct amount and
species of mitigation trees.
• Require that the grading plan be revised to eliminate encroachment into tree preservation
areas.
• Require that Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene
laminate safety netting) be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of the Critical Root
Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be preserved.
• Require that the applicant contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre-construction site
inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit to ensure compliance
with the approved Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the Tree Protection Fencing.
• Require that a maximum 40 percent of the 10.64 acre portion of the proposed development,
located north of the future Northwood Parkway, will be impervious.
• Require that a maximum 30 percent of the remaining 3.27 acres of the development (the
"severed parcel" south of the future Northwood Parkway) will be impervious.
• Require that water quality requirements will be met through creation of a treatment pond
(using NURP standards) with a minimum wet-pond volume of 1.25 acre-feet covering an area
of 0.50 acres. The pond will have a 10:1 slope for the first foot of depth below normal water
level and a 3:1 slope for the remainder to a maximum depth of 4 feet.
• Require that there will be no activities or impacts within the delineated boundary of wetland
"A„
• Require that no excavation or grading associated with creation of the treatment pond will
occur before the easements of wetlands "A" and "B," as defined in Exhibit A of the wetland
delineation report, are clearly marked in the field and before authorization by the Corps of
Engineers through Section 404 authority.
• Require that the maximum grading impact associated with the easement of wetland "A" will
be 1,500 square feet.
• Require that the maximum grading impact associated with the easement of wetland "B" will
be 5,500 square feet.
• Require that any significant changes to these conditions should warrant an additional review
of this development.
2. To recommend denial of the preliminary plat/planned development
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city of eagan
MEMORANDUM
TO: Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation
FROM: Pamela Dudziak, Planner
DATE: March 15, 2000
RE: Preliminary Subdivision (Effress 2d Addition)
Preliminary Planned Development
Larry Wenzel, representing Glen Pond Apartments, is requesting approval of a Preliminary
Subdivision and Preliminary Planned Development of approximately 24.6 acres located east of
Pilot Knob Road between Marice Drive and High Site Drive in the SW'/4 of Section 10.
In May of 1999, Larry Wenzel submitted a similar proposal to add to the Glen Pond Apartment
complex by constructing four apartment buildings on his property. However, because of
deficiencies in the plans and the failure of that proposal to accommodate right-of-way for the
future Ring Road (an extension of Northwood Parkway), that proposal was ultimately denied by
the City Council. Since that time, City staff has been working with Mr. Wenzel to accommodate
both the City's right-of-way and Mr. Wenzel's apartment development. Although still in
negotiation, the parties have agreed, in principle, to a plan whereby Mr. Wenzel would receive
land to the east of his existing parcel. This land would consist of Marice Drive (which would be
vacated by the city) as well as excess MnDOT right-of-way land between Marice Drive and I-
35E. The City would receive, in exchange, the necessary right-of-way for the future Ring Road
through the site. The development plans reflect this land agreement, and include greater detail
than the 1999 proposal
The development proposal involves the construction of four apartment buildings north of
Northwood Parkway, however, there are no development plans for the parcel south of
Northwood Parkway (Lot 1, Block 2) at this time. Since the property to the south across Marice
Drive is zoned Limited Business, the Preliminary Planned Development proposes future
development for Lot 1, Block 2 be restricted only to Limited Business uses and be subject to the
performance standards in the Limited Business zoning district. Lot 1, Block 3 is a remnant of
one of the MnDOT parcels. There are no development plans for Lot 1, Block 3 at this time and it
will remain zoned Neighborhood Business.
Effress Addition was platted in 1970. The existing Glen Pond Apartments were constructed in
1974, and contain 297 units (186 one-bedroom, 108 two-bedroom, and 3 efficiency). The
Preliminary Planned Development proposes four apartment buildings consisting of 228 units (36
efficiency, 72 one-bedroom, 100 two-bedroom, and 20 three-bedroom). Underground parking at
d ratio of one stall per unit is proposed, with another 233 stalls of surface parking.
The proposed net density is 16.24 units per acre, which is calculated based on the land area as
shown in the exhibits, and includes credits for the ponding and for underground parking as
allowed by City Code. Since the proposed apartment development utilizes the density allowance
for pond areas transferred from Lot 1, Block 2 to Lot 2, Block 1, the pond area cannot also be
utilized in determining the intensity of future development on Lot 1, Block 2.
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February 4, 2000
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NARRATIVE
This proposal, being made by Mr. Lawrence Wenzel of The Glen Pond Apartments, is for
the construction of 228 apartment units. The apartment units are to be
constructed within four buildings, two buildings are to contain 60 apartment units per each
and two buildings are to contain 54 apartment units per each. The individual buildings will
be three story wood frame set above masonry/precast concrete underground parking
garages. An underground parking space will be available for each apartment unit. (One
parking space per apartment unit will also be provided within a paved and curbed parking
area on the site.
The building exteriors are to be mainly maintenance free and will be a combination of
brick and vinyl siding and aluminum sofits, fascia and trim The roofs are to be hipped
roofs with a 5/12 slope to maintain a residential caracter and will be with fiberglass roof
shingles. All four elevations of each building will be of the same architectural treatment.
It is Mr. Wenzel's intention to start construction of the two westerly most buildings in the
spring construction season of this (2000) year. The remaining two (easterly most)
buildings are to be started in the fall of This (2000) year. Construction of the project is
anticipated to be complete by late summer or early fall of 2001.
To accomplish the above goals, the following must also be accomplished:
1.) There must be an exchange for land between the City of Eagan and Mr.
Wenzel for the land for the future Northwood Parkway R.O.W. and land
currently owned by MNDOT. (Lots 1 and 2 and the northerly portion of
Lot 3, Block 3, Eflr' ess Addition)
2.) Marice Drive from the future Northwood Parkway to High Site Drive must
be vacated and conveyed to Mr. Wenzel
3.) The portion of High-Site Drive LO.W. from Marice Drive and lying north
of Lot 1, Bock 3, Effress Addition must be vacated and conveyed to Mr.
Wenzel
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4.) The newly created Lot 2, Block 1, Effress 2nd Addition must be rezoned
to Planned Development. (The remaining portion of the Wenzel property
is currently R4 and the MNDOT property is currently Neighborhood
Business.
5.) The Portion of Lot 2, Block 2, Effress Addition remaining after the
exchange for future Northwood Parkway and the "Severed" Parcel
(Severed from Lot 1, Block 2, Effress Addition by the future Northwood
Parkway RO.W.) must be replatted as Lot 1, Block 2, Efress 2nd
Addition.
6.) The newly created Lot 1, Block 2, Effress 2nd Addition must be rezoned
from Current R4 to limited business.
7.) A Water Quality/Storm Water management program must be established.
8.) A Tree Mitigation Program must be established due to the nature of the
significant woodlands on the properties-
9.) A Development Contract between Mr. Wenzel and the City of Eagan must
be entered into, relative to but, not necessarily limited to, the items
identified in the previously submitted Supplement to Application.
02/10/00 THU 10:55 FAX OPUS CORP Attachment: 3
Item: N-1 Glen Pond
Arlene Armeli
Property Owner. 1372 & 1374 Jurdy Road
Eagan, MN 55121-2116 tele: 651) 456-0301 bus: 612) 656-4614 fax: 612) 656-4845
Objection to the proposal - Effress 2od Addition Case #: 10-PS-25-12-99
ATTN: Pam Dudziak
Fax: (651) 681-4694
Objection Point # 1: Glen Pond Apartments has not been neighborhood friendly in the past. My home is
on a hill, my property slants to ground level behind my house. My combined property is entirely fenced in.
There is a gate in the back which opens onto Glen Pond prop6tty. There is a play ground area just SW of
this gate. My children are not allowed to play on the equipment, or even toss a ball around on the open
area behind my house and the apartments.
I am an earlier tenant of Glen Pond Apartments. It seems strange that they would object to my children
playing there. This is an issue because there are no parks located in the residential area located between
Lone Oak and Yankee Doodle & 35E and Pilot Knob Road. 'Mere is some land slated for a park, Moon
Shine Park, but at the present it is not developed and I understand there is no public access road to reach it
Objection Point # 2: 1 have been living in my current house since 1987. During this time, there has been
some noise issues and complaints as to the type of tenant that Glen Pond rents to. It later years, this has not
been an issue. But in the first 5 years consistently, I have complained to the Police about roudy parties and D. .rt-
I& phone'Val the manager on Monday mornings to say there was another party this prior week-end. 'the
police complain because I am unable to distinguish as to which apartment number the noise is coming
from. An now I am up on a hill and the apartment building is "L" shaped, I get an amplithreatre affect
Objection Point # 3: The house at 3200 Pilot Knob Road, is also owned by Wenzel. This house in the past
has been rented to undersireable tenants. There was junked out cars in the driveway/yard. The windows
were boarded up, and the side porch was a combination of miscellaneous pieces of wood patched together
in an unsightly way. The children living there were unkept and ran amuck in the neighborhood and there
was loud parties there also. If Glen Pond has more apartments to rent out, I sense that their standards for
the type of tenants they will allow to live there will be lowered and we will have more trouble in the
neighborhood and for the City of Eagan.
Objection Point #4: The land that is proposed for the new apartment buildings is a wooded area. The
children often will go and play by the big rock ( a huge rock approximately 5 feet tall and has an
approximate circumference of 15 feet). Now this area is being proposed to be taken away from the kids to
play at also.
Objection Point #5: Since Jurdy/Marice is a circle road, I fear the traffic will become a problem. It already
is an issue with the high number of cars turning left into the Sperry/Univac property off of Pilot Know
Road. More traffic means more problems, greater chances for accidents, more population in a small area
with no place for the kids to play with lower property values.
In summary, this truly is a bad proposal and will only aid Mr. Wenzel. It certainly will not help the current
residents in the Development area. I trust the Board members will not allow such a development to take
place. No Parks, a lot of children, equals lots of problems. The population for the small area just will not
accommodate this expansion and is not necessary. Who will it benefit No One!
Sincerely.
Arlene Armeli
P.S. I would be happy to accept any phone calls addressing this matter, should you have any further
questions. Thank you.
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City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation MEMO
AGENDA ITEM: I-1, CEDARVALE UPDATE
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY. JAMIE VERBRUGGE, ASSISTANT CITY ADMINISTRATOR
ITEM OVERVIEW: Update of the Village Plaza redevelopment concept reviewed by the City Council.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
The City Council held a special meeting on Monday, March 6 to discuss the Village Plaza
redevelopment concept recommended by the Cedar Avenue and Highway 13 Redevelopment
Study Task Force. The City's planning consultant, Greg Ingraham, discussed the principles of
redevelopment and shared experiences from other communities, including Bloomington and St.
Louis Park. City Attorney Mike Dougherty then explained to the Council the legal requirements
for rezoning, Comprehensive Guide Plan amendments, and other land use issues. Finally the
City's financial consultant, Dave MacGillivray of Springsted, explained preliminary financial
analysis that indicated a redevelopment of the type envisioned could be financially feasible. His
analysis included assessed value or existing properties, infrastructure improvement, and
projections of future development valuations.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The City Council questioned staff and the consultants on a number of issues, however the two
most frequent concerns were the financial feasibility and the traffic access issues. The Council
seemed to agree that the realignment of Silver Bell Road at Beau D'Rue Drive and Highway 13
would need to be done before any substantial redevelopment could occur. The Council decided
to continue discussions at another special meeting on Tuesday, April 11 at 5:00 p.m.
The recommendations from each of the commissions regarding the concept were not specifically
addressed at the most recent meeting, but the Council is aware of the Advisory Parks
Commission's wish to be an active partner in the future of the greater Cedarvale area.
MEMO
city of eagan
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISION ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION
N. Mark Filipi Carla Heyl
Cyndee Fields Greg Steininger
Dorothy Peterson
Joseph Bari
Kevin Gutknecht
Floyd Hiar
Daryl Petersen
Terry Davis
Barbara Johnson
George Kubik
John Rudolph
Gary Huusko
Gale Anderson
Ryan Kaess
Jerry Segal
Meg Tilley
Mark Nosbush
FROM: Green Space Committee
DATE: March 13, 2000
SUBJECT: Green Space Committee - Code Amendment Recommendations
Background
Over the past several months, the Green Space Committee (a subcommittee comprised of various
members of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission, the Advisory Planning Commission, City
Staff and Eagan citizens) at the direction of City Council has conducted an evaluation to determine
what, if any, City Code modifications could be pursued in the interest of preserving green space within
the Community.
More specifically, the Green Space Committee was charged with identifying various performance
standards that could be applied to new commercial/industrial developments (including redeveloped
sites) that would reduce the percentage of impervious surface lot coverage associated with such
development without compromising the function of the use or placing an unreasonable financial
burden on developers.
Amendment Recommendations
As a result of their evaluation, the Green Space Committee suggests that the following Code
amendments be considered in the interest of preserving green space within the City.
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1. Establish a minimum green area requirement for commercial and industrial uses.
By definition, "green space" is considered to be those areas that are comprised of some type of
"pervious" surface (which is capable of water penetration). Areas that are generally considered
green space can include, wooded areas, turf areas, landscaped areas, water bodies, pervious
walkways and/or pervious parking lots. Green space would not include areas of building
rooftops, hard surface parking lots, hard surface roads, hard packed gravel areas, and
impervious walkways.
An examination of existing city code requirements has revealed that the maximum use of a
commercial/industrial site, including structures and parking areas, could result in an impervious
coverage of 87% (green space coverage of 13%). This is significantly less than the minimum 30
percent green space percentage found to be required by many area communities.
More typically however, it is estimated that green space comprises approximately 25 to 30
percent of commercial sites and 20 to 25 percent of industrial sites within the City.
It is suggested that a code amendment be pursued which would first create a definition of the
term "green space" and secondly, require that not less than 30 percent of a commercial or
industrial site be devoted to green space.
2. Reduce parking stall dimensional requirements for retail commercial uses.
Presently, the city policy requires retail commercial uses to provide parking stalls not less than
10 feet in width and 20 feet in depth. Office type uses, on the other hand, have generally been
allowed to provide parking stalls not less than 9 feet in width and 20 feet in depth.
While greater than many area communities, the stall width requirement for retail uses is
intended to take into account the rapid turnover of such parking stalls, vehicle entry/exit
convenience and safety.
'In the interest of preserving green space and establishing a dimensional standard consistent
with most area communities, it is suggested that off street parking stalls associated with retail
commercial uses be not less than 9 feet in width and 19 feet in depth. A smaller stall dimension
would also allow more flexibility in designing for preservation.
3. Revise parking supply requirements for retail commercial and office uses.
Presently, the City requires one off-street parking space for each 150 square feet of floor area
for retail commercial uses up to 20,000 square feet. Thereafter, one space for each 200 square
feet of floor area is required.
For office uses, one off-street parking space for each 150 square feet of net leasable floor area
(net leasable area is considered 80 percent of gross floor area) is required.
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Based on staff's experience (and the extensive use of "proof of parking" in the City), the
present standard for retail commercial and office uses may be considered excessive and results
in excessive impervious surface coverage.
As a result, it is suggested that the City Code be amended to require one off-street parking
space for every 200 square feet of floor area for retail commercial and office uses.
Application of Recommendations
To determine the actual physical impact of the preceding recommendations on development, they were
applied to various existing commercial/industrial sites within the City (see attachments). Specifically,
evaluations of the Eagan Promenade, Cliff Lake Center, Thomas Lake Center Texaco and the Trapp
Road Commerce Center were conducted.
As shown on the attachments, application of the proposed recommendations results in green space
increases of from five to 15 percent.
In review of the case studies however, it is important to note that a reduction in the city's off-street
parking requirements might simply result in larger buildings. However, imposing a 30 percent
minimum green space and the existing 35 percent maximum building coverage will meet the objective
of the Green Space Committee.
In addition to examining the physical impacts of the recommendations, the Committee also examined
their financial impacts upon water resource costs (as they relate to development). As shown on the
attachment, a financial benefit could be achieved upon all sites under study with the most significant
benefit being provided for the larger sites (i.e. Eagan Promenade and Cliff Lake Center).
It is the position of the Green Space committee that such modifications would be of benefit not only to
the City but to the developer as well by eliminating unnecessary pavement costs associated with
commercial and industrial development. Associated benefits to the city could include increased green
space, increased tree preservation, reduction in phosphorous load on the water treatment system, better
water quality, increased aesthetics, and lower air temperatures. Associated benefits to the applicant
could include reduced parking requirements, reduced development. costs, reduced water
quality/ponding construction or cash dedication, and reduced tree preservation mitigation.
Conclusion
It is the opinion of the Green Space Committee that implementation of the proceeding
recommendations are a positive step toward preserving green space within the City. It is further
believed that such modifications would be of benefit not only to the City but also to the developer as
well.
Following APrC and APC review of this material, it is suggested that the Green Space Committee's
recommendations be presented to the City Council at a forthcoming workshop meeting.
cc. Mike Ridley
Bob Kirmis
Gregg Hove
Paul Olson
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WQ cash dedication $106,499 $93,983 412,516
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City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation MEMO
AGENDA ITEM: J-1, SENIOR SURVEY
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
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Agenda Item: 1-1, Senior Survey
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? Information
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PREPARED BY: CATHY BOLDUC
RECREATION PROGRAM & EVENTS SUPERVISOR
ITEM OVERVIEW: The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department is interested in gathering information
from the senior citizen population to facilitate future program plans and needs for senior programming. To
that end, a survey has been put together to be sent to the senior citizens on the mailing list for the Eagan
News From the Front Porch Newsletter.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Eagan Parks and Recreation strives to provide quality programs and services to people of all ages
and abilities. Over the past few years and into the next many years, the population of persons 55
and older has and will increase by a large percentage here in Eagan. Considering the expected
growth and the current offerings by the Department, it was decided there needed to be some type of
information collection to determine the future needs and interests of this population. In February,
the Recreation subcommittee reviewed the draft survey for changes.
ANALYSIS:
Department staff and the Recreation Subcommittee have developed a questionnaire to be sent to the
current recipients of the News From the Front Porch, a periodical for Eagan residents ages 55 and
older. The questionnaire contains eight questions with multiple choice answers focusing on program
interests, location thoughts and informational outlets. Along with the questionnaire, a self-
addressed stamped envelope will be provided to encourage a high return rate. Following the return
of the surveys, the Parks and Recreation Department hopes to develop an advisory board for the
seniors, which will be made up of Eagan Seniors, who will assist in the creation of senior programs
and activities that are most interesting to this population.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
Seniors have voiced their concerns regarding the lack of senior program opportunities in Eagan.
During meetings, programs and conversations with the Eagan seniors, it has become clear that more
programs and a wider range of programs are important and necessary in their lives. As the
population increases, there will be a wide range of needs, interests, abilities and challenges that the
Parks and Recreation Department will need to be prepared for. The more proactive the Department
is now, the more beneficial the services can be later.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. To approve the attached Senior Questionnaire to be mailed to the News from the Front
Porch subscribers.
2. Not approve the attached questionnaire for distribution.
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Senior Questionnaire Item: J_1 , seA or Scrves
Please take a few minutes to complete the following questionnaire regarding programs
?or the seniors of Eagan. As a recipient of the senior newsletter, your input and opinions
are very important to the development of quality senior programs from
Eagan Parks and Recreation.
When complete, please mail to Eagan Parks and Recreation in the enclosed envelope. It
would be appreciated if you could return your information by April 14, 2000.
Thank you!
1. Which Eagan Parks Er Recreation programs do you currently participate in?
(check all that apply)
13 McDonald's Coffee Club (1 Er 3`d Tuesday of each month)
O Oak Woods programs (4a' Tuesday of each month)
O O'Leary Programs (3'd Thursday of each month)
O Sunshine Travel Trips and Travel Shows
? Special Events (ex. special entertainment)
How frequently do you participate in the above activities?
? 1 - 2 times per month (12 - 24 times per year)
? 7 - 12 times per year
? 1 - times per year
? Only when I see a program that interests me
? Never
2. Where do you prefer to attend senior programs? (check all that apply)
? Oak Woods Senior Community ? Community Room (City Hall)
? O'Leary Senior Community ? McDonald's (Lexington Er.Diffley)
? Other - please list:
3. What transportation is available to you when planning to attend activities?
? Personal Vehicle ? Public Transportation (bus)
? Metro Mobility
? Other - please list:
? DARTS Bus ? Friend ( Family Member
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4.
What types of senior programs and activities would you like to see offered?
(check all that apply)
? Classes, Seminars, and Guest Speakers
0 Art Programs
0 Health Er Wellness
O Physical Fitness Classes
O Financial Planning
0 Other - please list
? Trips:
0 Day trips to surrounding communities' attractions (ex. Landscape
Arboretum, Swedish Institute, Apple orchard or Mystic Lake)
0 Sunshine Travel trips (3 - 5 day motorcoach trips)
0 Other - please list:
? Special Events and other activities:
0 Cards (Bridge, 500, pinochle, etc.)
0 Lunch or dinner activities at a local establishment
O Potlucks
O Group Discussions (actively discuss a specific topic)
O Book Club
O Special Entertainment.
? Bands I Music
? Comedians
? Other - please list:
? Other activities and program ideas - please list:
5. Some activities may have costs associated with them. Please estimate a fee range
per person that you and others you know would be comfortable paying for an
activity lasting one to three hours.
? $1-$3 ? $4-$6 ? $7-$10 ? $10-$15
? Over $15 ? Depends on the activity
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6. How do you receive the majority of your senior activity information? (check all
that apply)
?. Eagan Front Porch Newsletter ? Eagan This Week
? Local Cable Channel ? Flyers
? Word of Mouth ? At other Eagan Senior events
? Other - please list:
7. Do you have an interest in part-time volunteer or paid opportunities with the City
of Eagan?
? No ? Yes =?? 0 Part-time Volunteer 0 Part-time Paid
8. Would you be interested in sitting on an Eagan advisory council for the seniors?
This group would meet regularly to assist in the development of a stronger Eagan
Senior program, including program ideas and opportunities, marketing options,
and financial considerations.
? Yes (please write your name and number below) ? No
Other comments, suggestions, ideas for Senior Programming in Eagan:
? Please remove my name from the Eagan Senior Newsletter mailing list. I am no
longer able(interested in receiving this information. (Please write name below.)
Optional Information:
Name:
Phone:
Address:
Thank you for taking time to support the Eagan Senior program and help create the
types of opportunities you would like to have here in Eagan. If you have any questions,
"lease contact Cathy Bolduc at 651-681-4385. Please return the questionnaire to Eagan
Parks and Recreation in the enclosed envelope by April 14, 2000.
City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation MEMO
AGENDA ITEM: J-2, PLAYWAGON MODIFICATION
Date: March 20,2000
Agenda Item: J-2, Piaywagon Modimcafion
X Action
? Information
C Attachment: 1. Photos
L Art Cowsdl grant
3. ModWentions budget
TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND"RECREATION COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: JEFF ASFAHL, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION
ITEM OVERVIEW: Considerations for alternative use and modifications required to the existing
Playwagon, to increase its versatility for expanded program opportunities.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY-
The playwagon ( Wagonful O'Fun) has been a part of the summer recreation program since
1980. (See attachment 1) Its primary use over the years has been to bring organized recreational
activity and its related equipment to a variety of park sites throughout the city. The trailer is a
12x7x7 covered, single axle trailer. During the winter of 1999 - 2000, staff began brainstorming
alternatives to provide additional program opportunities utilizing the playwagon. The recreation
sub-committee has had opportunity for input and encouraged further development considerations.
ANALYSIS:
Staff has determined that the following modifications and alternatives would best increase the
trailers use and versatility to provide additional opportunities for Eagan residents throughout the
community.
The suggested increased uses are: ( still allowing its continued use as the "Wagonful O'Fun" )
could serve as an official information / staging booth at various events
could serve as a concessions apparatus for selling packaged goods
could serve as a puppet wagon
To best accommodate the increased use suggestions, the modifications needed are:
- add a four foot opening to serve as a service window and opening for puppet shows
- add electrical system to power PA system, etc.
- add ceiling ventilation to allow for light and air flow
- change the current pintel hitch system to a standard ball hitch and equip one additional
vehicle with hitch
- repaint and decal the covered shell
Additionally, in late January of 2000 staff learned of the Arts and Humanities vision to bring
their art programs and experiences to the community via an "artmobile". Staff suggested a
partnership with the Art and Humanities council that would involve their use of the trailer to
bring art throughout the community. The Art and Humanities Council has submitted a grant
(see attachment 2) to provide funding to carry out their vision and use of the trailer.
Considerations and tentative plans are underway to involve the artmobile as an additional
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component providing new services to existing programs serving youth and seniors. Staff is also
pursuing development of a puppet program as part of the trailer's use via the proposed
modifications.
The proposed modifications will also contribute to increased awareness and identity of the city
and department, (as part of our marketing plan) and it will also be an added compliment to the
broad menu and scope of recreational opportunities that are provided to the community. Staff
believes that this project will bring added value to the community as well as the Park and
Recreation Department.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The proposal involves the following considerations:
- The proposed modifications are estimated to cost $4,200.00 (see attachment 3).
- Staff inspected the current trailer for structural integrity and found it to be in good
condition.
- Staff compared the cost of buying a new trailer with custom feature as desired. This
would cost an additional $800, not including duplicate maintenance and insurance cost
considerations.
- The proposal is unique in that it differs slightly from other small projects that have been
historically funded via the small projects area of the capital improvements program.
Traditional funding from this area has not considered mobile equipment. Staff views this
as an opportunity to develop a mobile park feature that will benefit many parks and
provide individual residents with numerous positive leisure experiences for many years.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
Staff recommends Commission consideration of allocating $4,200.00 for renovation from the
"small project" category in the Park Site Fund.
Consider an alternate funding source.
Postpone modifications.
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Attachment: 1
Item : J-1 Playwagon
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Item: J-L PlCccj u)ay m-,
DAKOTA COUNTY CENTER FOR THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES
Proiect Design
Description: The Dakota County Center for the Arts and Humanities, in collaboration with the
City of Eagan Parks and Recreation Department, will create an "Art Trailer" to provide artistic
activities free of charge at various sites around the Eagan community during the months of June,
July and August. The project will be geared to two groups, children and seniors. The trailer will
visit sites for children including two low-income housing units, a shelter for homeless families,
and a park. The sites for seniors will include three senior housing units. During the project the
children will be creating visual art pieces and the senior's will be creating stories.
The 8x12 enclosed trailer will be retrofitted as a storage unit for art supplies and equipment. The
city will provide a driver and vehicle to pull the trailer; the Center will coordinate the program
with cooperation from the city, hire the instructors, and purchase supplies.
The overall goals of the project are twofold. The first is to provide quality art activities to a
population that may not have the opportunity for this experience due to economic and
transportation restraints. The second goal is to share those activities between the two generations.
The children's program will cover a variety of art topics: drawing, painting, sculpting, and
collage designing. The program will be open to children ages 3-12, beginning the third week in
June and running for eight weeks. Two sites will be visited once a week for 90 minutes for four
weeks, the next two sites for the next four weeks. The goal of the children's program is to
incorporate curriculum and teaching methods designed so that the children not only acquire
knowledge and skills, but the inclination to use them. Materials will be provided at no cost.
The senior's program will focus on creative writing and storytelling. Each of the three senior
sites will be visited on a rotating, every other week basis. There will be an hour and a half class
time every other week for a total of six weeks. Group 1 will meet from 1-2:30pm and Group 2
from 3-4:30 on the following dates: June 8 and 22, July 6 and 20 and August 3 and 17. Group 3
will meet from 1-2:30 PM, the opposite weeks, ending on August 24. The goal of the program is
to help seniors discover their stories and share their experiences with coming generations while
learning specific writing skills such as character development, plot and story composition.
As the stories and art are created the two instructors for the project will share the creations
between the groups. The senior's stories and selected children's work will be collected at the end
of the project and put in a simple black and white booklet called " My View". This booklet will
be distributed to participants and the local library free of charge. Some stories and art work will
be published in the City of Eagan's Parks and Recreation brochure that is mailed to all
households in the community at no cost to the project.
The qualities that make this program outstanding are reaching an underserved population at no
cost to those populations, providing a positive art experience, preserving legacy through story
telling, and sharing views of diverse generations.
Planning Process: The project idea originated from a Board of Directors of the Arts and
Humanities Council meeting that focused on outreach in the community, and the Council's
commitment to providing quality art experiences to a broad community. The planning process
started in February with the formulation of the advisory committee.
The leaders of the project are Kay Gustafson, President of the Dakota County Arts and
Humanities Council, and Jeff Asfahl; Director of the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department.
The advisory committee include Elizabeth Abenne and Araela Kumaraea; artists and instructors,
Julie Stackhouse, Program Manager for the Council, Millie Gignac, representative from the
senior community, Loudi Rivamonte, Youth Development Coordinator, City of Eagan, Kathy
Bolduc, Senior Programs Manager, City of Eagan and Paula Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor,
Eagan Parks and Recreation. Department.
The advisory committee has been actively involved in the planning process. The artist/instructors
wrote the project curriculum and created supply proposals. Jeff Asfahl coordinated the proposal
for the retrofitting of the trailer. Loudi Rivamount and Kathy Bolduc aided in identification of
the sites. Paula Nowariak, Elizabeth Abenne and Araela Kumaraea created the schelding. Jeff
Asfahl and Kay Gustafson prepared the budget, with the involvement of the committee. All
committee members created the promotional plan.
The artists/instructors were selected on the basis of their ability to interact with the specific
populations-children and seniors, their experience as successful teachers of art, as well as their
knowledge of the curriculum requirements.
Accessibility: There is no charge for the project, so anyone at the sites can participate. When the
weather is good, classes will be held out of doors at the sites. These will be handicapped
accessible. Otherwise they will be held in the community rooms of the various sites which are
also handicapped accessible. A sign language interpreter will be available if needed. Information
about handicap accessibility and the availability of a sign language interpreter will be included in
the publicity.
Promotion: Articles will appear periodically in the Eagan Sun Current and Eagan This Week.
Announcements will appear on the local cable access channel. Posters will be placed in key
locations around town and at the various sites.- Flyers will be sent home to Eagan school children
through the Friday Folders. Arrangements will be made with the Community Action Council for
the distribution of program activities to the families they serve. The project schedule will appear
in the Eagan Parks and Recreation brochure that is mailed to all Eagan community households.
Flyers will be distributed door to door at the various housing units. Information will be included
in the Senior Community newsletter. Cheryl Carrigan, program director at the Mary's Shelter
will promote the project at that facility.
Timeline: The retrofitting of the trailer will occur the last two weeks in May. Promotion will
start May 22 and continue until June 8. Final scheduling will be completed by May 18. Supplies
will be ordered May 24. The booklet will be distributed the second week in August. Actual
activities will begin June 8, 2000.
Evaluation: Evaluation forms will be given to senior participants and collected at the end of the
project. Several youth participants will be interview at the end of the project and that information
recorded. Feedback will also be taken by the activity manager of the Mary's Shelter. The growth
in understanding story writing concepts as well artistic knowledge and skills by the children will
be reported by the instructors. The success of the project will be measured in part by the numbers
of participants.
Community Need and Sunoort
Individuals Served and Their Communities: The individuals will include children ages 3-12,
and seniors. The children's sites will include the Wescott Hills multi-housing complex, Quarry
Park Apartment Complex, Mary's Shelter, and Highland Park. The senior's sites will include
Oakwoods of Eagan, O'Leary Manor and the Commons on Maurice.
According to statistics provided by the City of Eagan's Youth Development program, the ethnic
background of Wescott Hills children include 51% African American, 29% Caucasian, 9%
Somalian, 5% Hispanic, 5% Asian or Pacific Isle, and 1% American Indian. 90% of the complex
residents are on some kind of federal aid. Quarry Park is a low to low middle income housing
group and is ethnically diverse. Mary's Shelter serves homeless families. Highland Park is
located on the north end of Eagan surrounded by two major highways. The children from that
area are hampered from attending other community activities because of difficulty in crossing
the highways by bike or on foot.
The seniors' sites include O'Leary Manor and Oakwoods of Eagan, 130 subsidized units run by
the Dakota County HRA, and Commons on Maurice, an assisted living project with 156 units.
Benefits: Storytelling, the process of discovering stories and then sharing them with others is a
universal need. Time and ways to share experiences have become scarce. Every life is a story
and part of our universal legacy. This need becomes even more of a necessity as one ages and
there is a need to remember, re-cover and re-claim one's identity and pass the history along to
coming generations. Sharing stories is healing. It restores a sense of dignity and wholeness to the
personal as well as collective identities. This will be one of the benefits to the seniors involved in
the project.
Another benefit is learning the techniques of story writing. Because the project will be at their
locations, seniors of all physical capabilities will be able to access the project in a comfortable
environment, with no need to worry about transportation. By sharing the children's project with
them, the seniors will also be exposed to how the younger generation is viewing the world. The
seniors will also benefit socially by sharing their stories with one another.
The benefit to the children will be the project's focus on the creative process. This process
encourages trust in their own creativity thus building self-confidence while learning traditional
and innovative techniques for producing art. Children will not be inhibited from attending the
project because of cost or lack of transportation. By sharing the senior's stories with them, the
children will be exposed to history and an older generation's view of the world.
Community Support: The Parks and Recreation Department is retrofitting the trailer to be used
at a minimal cost to the project. It is also providing a driver and the gas as an in kind donation
and including the project in their brochure free of charge. The Youth Development Coordinator
will arrange to have the flyers distributed at the various locations. The Parks and Recreation will
contribute $1,000 from its Program Opportunity Fund to help support the project.
Numerous sites have agreed to provide their community rooms as back up spaces in case of
inclement weather. Mary's Shelter will include the project in their schedule of activities. All
members of the advisory committee and the leaders are donating their time to the creation of the
project. All administrative costs are being donated.
Diversity
Eagan, located in Dakota County, is a community of 58,000. According to government statistics,
its population is 94% Caucasian, 3.4% Asian, 2.2% Black and .4% Native American. Although
the majority of our community is Caucasian, this project reaches out to areas in the community
that have a higher percentage of diverse racial and ethnic groups. Please refer to the statistics in
the Community Need section of the grant.
The Eagan Parks and Recreation Department has a well-developed program that focuses on
youth development for ethnically diverse populations. That department is a partner in the project
and will be aiding us in contacting key community members and youth to involve them in our
programs.
The project's focus on senior storytelling and its ability to bring that opportunity to their living
quarters will enable seniors to participate fully. The project also focuses on providing access to
economically disadvantaged groups by offering the project free of charge.
Areala Kumelara has had numerous years of experience working with senior populations, and
Elizabeth Abenne has taught art to diverse groups of children for over 15 years. Their
curriculums are inclusive of art forms from many cultures.
Artistic Challenge
The artistic challenge for the seniors will be to illicit memories and then form those memories
into a comprehensible, creative story. The challenge also will be to learn techniques of creative
writing. Another challenge will be to discuss these stories with their peers to work towards
improving writing activities. The artistic staff will be challenged to encourage the seniors to
share their personal stories, lead the discussion on the writing process, and to help them create
stories that may be shared and understood by others.
The artistic challenge for the children will be to acquire the knowledge and skills to work
with a variety of media, painting, drawing, sculpting and collage design.
Another challenge for them is to realize their own visualizations. No one teaching
technique will work for all children; each child has a unique pattern and timing of
development and learning style, as well as an individual family and cultural background.
The challenge for the artistic staff will be to use a variety of techniques to find the best
match for each child.
Access
All activities will be held in locations that are accessible to people with disabilities. This fact will
be included in all promotional material. A sign language interpreter will be available and this
will also be included in the promotion.
Because the program is free of charge, economically disadvantaged people will be able to attend.
The project's sites were chosen specifically to be easily accessed by this particular group. The
"no charge" will be prominently displayed on all promotion.
Many educational tools will be incorporated into the project. For instance, examples of art from
all cultures will be shown to the children and stories by known writers will be shared with the
seniors. All materials used will be free of charge.
Mission and History
The Dakota County Arts and Humanities Council is a community-based organization
whose purpose is to develop, promote and encourage participation in and appreciation of
the creative arts and humanities. The Council was started in 1997 as the Eagan Arts and
Humanities Council by a group of interested community members. Since that time the
Council has incorporated with the former Dakota Center for the Arts in West St. Paul and
has established itself as a registered non-profit. The Council operates its organization at
the ART HOUSE, 3981 Lexington Avenue in Eagan. The Council is primarily operated
by a dedicated group of fourteen volunteers who serve on its Board of Directors. The
Board Members serve as chairs of established committees. Teachers are hired on a
contractual basis and there is no paid staff.
In the fall of 1997 a total of 30 young people participated in our classes. The classes
offered included visual art and theater. As the community learned about the programs and
their quality there was an increase in demand. The Council responded by adding a greater
variety of classes including oils, writing, and pottery to an expanded age group. In 1999
a total of nearly 400 people participated in these classes. The Council offers Winter,
Spring and Fall sessions of classes. Each session runs an average of 15 classes. In
addition to classes, the Center offers other activities such as the recent Photography Show
coordinated with the Eagan Visitors and Convention Bureau, and hosting family events.
The Council is committed to its mission of supporting arts activities to all members of the
community. This project enhances our mission by enabling the Council to reach out to an
even broader section of the community.
Project Personnel
Kay Brown-Gustafson:
Kay has had extensive experience in arts administration and will serve as the
administrator of the project. She was Executive Director of the Northfield Center for the
Arts for eight years. As Executive Director, she coordinated fund-raising, gallery shows
and special events, managed staff, and was responsible for program development. She is
also a former board member of the Minnesota Citizens for the Arts. She presently serves
as the President of the Dakota Arts and Humanities Council, and Secretary to the Board
of Directors for D.H. Gustafson Company.
Jeff Asfahl:
Jeff has had numerous years of experience coordinating recreational activities in various
communities. He presently is the Superintendent of Recreation for the City of Eagan and
serves on the Board of Directors for the Dakota County Arts and Humanities Council.
Araela Kumaraea:
Araela is a licensed educator and has taught art and writing for over ten years. Most
recently she has taught a creative writing class for seniors in the Eagan community that
has been well received. She is also a professional bead and fiber artist. Her large fiber
work exists in many private and corporate collections and her jewelry can be found in
galleries and shops throughout the Twin Cities area.
Elizabeth Abenne:
Elizabeth is currently the director of the School-Age ChildCare Program at the Southview
Elementary School in Apple Valley. She was recently recognized by the Dakota County
Educators with their Apple Appreciation Award for her contributions to the students of
ISD 196. She has taught art to children for over fifteen years, both at the Center for the
Arts in Northfield and at the Art House.
Advisory Committee
In addition to the project personnel, the advisory committee includes:
Julie Stackhouse, Program Manager for the Dakota County Arts and Humanities Council
Millie Gignac, Volunteer and Senior Representative to the Committee
Loudi Rivamonte, Youth Development Coordinator, City of Eagan
Kathy Boldac, Senior Program Manager, City of Eagan
Paula Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor, Eagan Parks and Recreation Department
PROJECT BUDGET/INCOME
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Playwagon Modification Cost Considerations - Prepared by Paul Graham
Hitch modification and conversion: $400
Body modification ( service window & ventilation ): $2000
Electrical : $500
Repaint body and decals : $1300
Total: $4200.00
City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation
AGENDA ITEM: J-3;
Date: March 20, 2000
Agenda Item: J-3, Land Acquldtim
Proposal- Patrick Eagan Park
x Action
? Information
MEMO X Attachments: 2. L Dan Goetz
3. Possible FaaemmtiTrati
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LAND ACQUISITION PROPOSAL-PATRICK EAGAN PARK
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
I ITEM OVERVIEW: To consider an offer to sell approximately 1.2 aces of land for inclusion into
Patrick Eagan Park.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Mr. Goetz, who lives west of Patrick Eagan Park and south of Deerwood, has offered to sell
the south portion of his property to the City. (See attachment 1.) The parcel is about 1.2
acres for which he is asking $25,000. (See attachments 2 and 3 for location of property)
Mr. Goetz recently sought to split his lot for construction of another home site. In so doing,
various area wide assessments typically associated with development are incurred. As a
source of income and as a means to reduce area assessments, he is offering to sell a portion
of his property, which could be included into Patrick Eagan Park.
ANALYSIS:
Patrick Eagan Park
This park is approximately 105 acres in size and has been previously identified as a "natural
area." Past planning efforts, absent a master plan, reflect the future expansion of the park
through dedication and purchase of additional property to the north of Deerwood. The
additional acquisition is intended to complete a green belt connection between the park and
municipal center campus. Public access to the park is to be retained at Lexington
Avenue/Northview Park Road. The park is bordered primarily by residential property. Berry
Patch Park is located to the west of Patrick Eagan Park which consists primarily of a natural
open space/pond with a trail along the southern boundary.
Property Analysis of Offered Land
The forested area of this property can be described as a typical "Oak Forest". This type of forest
is typical and native to the entire Eagan area. Oak species (white oak, northern red oak, and bur
oak) make up more than 30% of the tree canopy. Other tree species present include birch, black
cherry and aspen. Within this site are some elm, ash, and ironwood trees. This type of oak
forest typically occurs in dry, sandy soils.
Tree diameter ranges from small sapling understory (tree diameter one inch on up) to larger oak
trees with diameters of around 30 inches. The larger trees on this site (typically oak species) are
estimated to be around 120 to 150 years old. The forest on this site has an excellent vertical
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height distribution, in other words the woods are not entirely comprised of trees of one age
class. Ideal forest conditions are those where trees of all ages, young, middle age, and mature
are found.
At the time of site review the ground surface was fairly open and easy to walk through. This is
typical of this type of oak woodland. There was evidence of newly emerging ground cover
material, primarily ferns and other woodland wildflowers. The Goetz woodland is currently in
excellent condition. There are very few damaged trees from the 1998 windstorms.
This parcel includes about 0.3 acres of a 0.6-acre natural wetland. Approximately 0.2 acres of
the wetland already is owned by the City as part of Patrick Eagan Park. The landowner just east
of the Goetz property owns the remaining 0.1 acres. The pond is at an approximate elevation
of 814 with steep slopes to the south of the pond going to an elevation of about 846 (greater
then 15% grade).
Under the classification system of the Fish and Wildlife Service, the 0.6-acre wetland is
probably best considered as a Type 3 or 4 wetland, having characteristics of both types,
depending on seasonal hydrologic conditions. Type 3 wetlands are inland shallow, fresh marshes
with soils usually waterlogged early during the growing season and often covered with as much
as 6 inches or more of water. The vegetation of Type 3 wetlands may include grasses, bulrushes,
spikerushes, and various other marsh plants such as cattails, arrowheads, pickerel weed, and
smart weeds. Type 4 wetlands are inland deep fresh marshes with soils usually covered with 6
inches to 3 or more feet of water during the growing season. Vegetation of Type 4 wetlands may
include cattails, reeds, bulrushes, spike rushes, and wild rice.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The property offered for sale retains much the same character as the park itself. Staff has
looked at the potential for a trail connection through this parcel to an existing trail that is in
Berry Ridge Park, located to the west. While feasible, this trail connection would require
acquisition of additional land from at least one, if not two, other property owners to the west
of the Goetz parcel. A trail connection could also be achieved along the west boundary of
the park at the extension of Berry Ridge Road, which terminates at the park's edge. As a
connection to the park, either trail route presents an issue of difficult topography to
overcome. The property does provide for an additional woodland and wetland edge effect. A
great amount of benefit is provided to both woodland animals and plants. Necessary habitat
elements are located here; a water source, unique plant/food sources, and close-by cover for
escape and protection if needed. Ownership of the property insures that this will be continued.
Should the determination be made that the City not purchase this property, development of the
property, while always a possibility, will be difficult given its location. Also, given its location,
there is the question of value for development purpose.
The offer to sell at this price seems reasonable. Currently, the park dedication value for
developers is $31,500 for "typical" park acreage. However, is this the best utilization of funds
for acquisition? While the property has not been identified as a subject parcel for acquisition,
does the Commission feel that the benefit of City ownership outweighs the costs and is an
opportunity that should be pursued?
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ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. Recommend acquisition of the parcel of land as proposed.
• As a condition of the acquisition, the seller must insure that all assessments levied
and pending are paid before closing.
¦ If approved, the Commission should recommend the source of funds to acquire the
property; the Park Site Fund or the Tree Mitigation Fund.
2. Recommend that the offered property not be purchased.
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Mr. Ken Vraa
Director of Parks
City Of Eagan
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55123
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As you know, my wife Debbie and I are in the process of subdividing our five acres of land at 1260 Deerwood Dr. from a
single lot with our current home into three lots as follows:
1. Lot 1 will be a.6 acre lot fronting Deerwood drive which we plan to build a new home on
2. Lot 2 will be a 3 acre lot with our existing home that we plan to sell
3. Outlot A will be a 1.18 acre rectangular lot in the southern end of the property that borders Patrick Eagan Park
We have obtained approval from both the Advisory Planning Commission and the City Council for our Preliminary
Subdivision application. One issue we have been discussing with city staff, the APC, and the City Council has been the
financial feasibility of this project in regards to various significant fees we would be charged by the city for this project.
In the February 15th City Council meeting, where we obtained the Council's Preliminary Subdivision approval, we discussed
possible approaches to our concerns. One suggestion raised, that Mayor Awada voiced interest in and which has been followed
recently in other Eagan developments, is a sale to the city of some portion of the development land for park use. We believe
this suggestion is a good one for both the city and ourselves. As such, we have identified the southern 1.18 acres of our parcel
(now described as Outlot A) as potential park land with very attractive characteristics for the Eagan park system.
Our proposal would be to donate a significant portion of this land's value to the city and offer a below market price of
$25,000.00 to the city for purchase of this 1.18 acre Outlot A "park expansion". This lot includes a mature forest with
numerous 100+ year old majestic oak trees, wetland area with significant wildlife, existing trails, and beautiful elevated
viewing areas. It also has easy public access from Blueberry lane.
This proposal makes sense for both the city and ourselves for many reasons:
1. It would allow for the preservation and public enjoyment of an important piece of land that contains numerous
significant trees and vegetation (i.e., black cherry, and many 100+ year old oak trees) as well as a wetland
wildlife refuge for ducks, geese, deer, raccoons, etc., at a very attractive price.
2. It would provide easy public access to elevated viewing areas for the wooded and wetland wildlife of the area.
3. It would provide an extension of Patrick Eagan park with a corridor expansion toward Berry Patch Park (an
important step in possible future connection of both parks).
4. It would help make our development financially feasible while preserving the nature area we have long enjoyed.
Ken, we believe this is a fair and generous proposal made in the spirit of partnership and I look forward to discussing it with
you at your leisure. Please call me at (651) 452-4759 with any questions you may have.
Since 1,
Dan Goetz
CC: Mayor Pat Awada
Administrator Tom Hedges
Director Tom Colbert
Planner Bob Kirmis
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AGENDA ITEM: RAHN PARK CELL TOWER REQUEST
Date: March 20, 2000
Agenda Item: J-4, Rahn Park Cell Tower
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TO: PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: PAUL OLSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS
ITEM OVERVIEW: U.S. West, L.L.C. is requesting permission to install six antennas and a ground
based power cabinet on an existing NSP transmission tower in Rahn Park in accordance with existing City
policies. Because the location is within a park, the Advisory Commission is being asked to review and act
on the request.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY-
With the growth of the telecommunication industry, providers are partnering with other facility
owners to develop and improve the network. One of the most common requests is to use an
existing facility as a base for antennas and transmission equipment. The most visible examples
can be seen on water towers, reservoirs and power poles. Height and location being the most
critical factors in determining the appropriate location.
The City of Eagan currently administers 15 leases for the use of City reservoirs as the base for
antennas. Nine additional leases are pending. The Engineering Department is responsible for
managing and administering the lease program. Each lease request is reviewed by a
telecommunications consultant to determine compatibility with the system. Upon completion of
the review, the leases are approved by the City Council for a term of 10 years, with three 5-year
renewals up to 25. The annual lease rate is also determined by the Council as part of the fee
review process. The current lease rate is $14,201 per year for up to 9 antennas.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
The request before the Commission is unique because the proposed location for antenna is within
a park area. The ground equipment, consisting primarily of a 4' x 6' power cabinet, would be
located under tower in a non-use area approximately 50' north of the west hockey rink. The
antennas would be mounted on an existing NSP transmission tower. Each antenna is
approximately 1' x Yin size. The lowest antenna would be mounted at a height of 78'. The
most visible comparison is in the Lexington-Diffley Athletic Complex where multiple antenna
have been mounted on the City reservoir located in the north west corner of the park. The
ground equipment has been fenced in and screened with landscape plantings. To date there
have been no conflicts or concerns.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has established safety standards for cell sites.
In the 1900 MHz frequency band used by US West, the safety limit for public exposure is
1mW/cm2 . For the antenna and transmitter proposal by US West, the limit is generally not
reached until a person is within 3' of the front of the antenna. Like a magnet, as the distance
from the antenna doubles the power density decreases by a factor of 2 squared. Therefore, the
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6084 when it reaches ground level.
The system is intended to enhance service in Eagan `s southwest quadrant. Each antenna will
transmit enough power to reach 15 mobile within a radius of up to 4 miles from its location.
The transmission power level is between 3 and 16 watts, far less than a standard TV or radio
broadcast system.
Given the close proximity to a park facility, it may be appropriate to request that the installation
of a security fence and landscaping be included in a lease. Any landscaping provided by a lessee
is subject to approval of the City Landscape Architect. Grass pavers may also be appropriate to
prevent turf damage caused by service vehicles.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. Recommend approval of the lease request made by US West (Lessee) to use City park
property for the installation of cellular antennas and a ground level power cabinet, subject to
the terms and conditions of the standard City of Eagan telecommunications lease. In addition
the Lessee shall be required to install a City approved security fence and landscape screen
compatible with the park surroundings.
2. Recommend approval of the lease request, with alternative conditions
3. Recommend denial of the lease
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City of Eagan
Parks and Recreation MEMO
AGENDA ITEM: M-3, COMMISSION GOALS
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
Date: Mareh 20, 20001
Agenda Item: M-3, Commission Goals
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2. Work Program (CC)
PREPARED BY: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
I ITEM OVERVIEW: The Advisory Commission is being asked if they wish to create a goals list of
projects to be undertaken during the year. Several items have been identified already as projects.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Because of the number of issues that faced the Advisory Parks Commission last year, the
Commission met March 1999 to determine its "work program" for the following 12 months.
Attached is the program adopted by the Commission last year. The Commission successfully
completed all but one project; the initiation of a Master Plan for Patrick Eagan Park. This item
was deferred by the City Council until a later time. Moonshine Park planning is still in progress.
Another item added late in the year was the study of impervious surface as a joint study with the
Advisory Planning Commission. That item is also still in progress.
Also attached is the work program established by the City Council for the Department.
DISCUSSION/EVALUATION:
It is entirely up to the Commission if it feels the need to define a work program for itself or
simply adjust its schedule to meet current and future demands. A simple "to do list" is an
alternative that may serve the Commission well. In addition to the two items mentioned above
that are in progress, staff knows of only two other issues that may require significant time by the
Commission.
The first issue is a review of the Park Site Fund CIP because of the one million-dollar
expenditure from this fund for the acquisition of land for the central park. The second item is the
updating of the Water Quality Management Plan. This plan is updated on a five-year basis and is
scheduled for this year. Clearly, there is the potential for other items including the community
facilities study and central park design, however, the process for these specific items has not been
clearly identified as yet.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. To determine the need for a work plan for the year 2000 and establish an action plan to
complete the project list.
2. To determine that a formal goals list is not necessary but that a "thing to do list" is an
appropriate response to keep the Commission focused on necessary work items.
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ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
1999 WORK PROGRAM
Project Time Frame End Product
Prepare Capitol Improvements Program July 19, 1999 - Recommendation to City Council
Patrick Eagan Park Visit Park-May 17
RFP-Fall 1999 Hiring of consultant
Discovery Park TBD Recommendation to city Council
Open Space Review July 19, 1999 Identify target sites
Recommendation to City Council
Park/Bus Benches 1-2 months Report to City Council
Moonshine Park
(long term) Visit Park-Aug/Sept
Late 99 focus RFP for consultant
Long term plan for house and park with
intermediate steps
RECREATION AND COMMENT STATUS PERCENT COMPLETED FINISH
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Consider feasibility of development of Following Council On hold
golf driving range in conjunction with suggestion, More work
golf course independently preliminary review required.
on golf driving Significant
range done. Possible difficulties
Central Park use identified
North Park - closure on site mitigation County wants to do Wait for
testing County
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North Park - consider design Possible start in Approval
alternatives Spring 2000 during 2000
Consider river development space for Need further
fireworks/ estivals direction
Holz Farm Park - Long term January/February
vision/master plan start
Moonshine Park - Long term Work session Review
vision/master plan and use of Don Grant planned for January during 2000
home
Acquire acreage from Duke Weeks; Negotiation session On-going Early 2000
formerly Scenic Enterprise Property conducted negotiations
Complete bleacher repair to bring City. Funds budgeted in Expect some 2000
into compliance with State Statutes 2000. Complete for to be done in
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Mitigate lead contamination in Pond JP- Part of clean-up December
24 sediment (Capt. Dodd Park) agreement with PCA 2000
anticipated
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Implement Phase II - Fish Lake Clean Project under water Working
Water partnership quality management on plans
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Install indoor turf-Civic Arena East by New recreation RFP out for
March 2000 service review 1 ?i Mon
Complete joint APC/APrC review of Development related/ Council
impervious surface and development Natural Resources approved
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Present a "Millennium" celebration Plan for 2001
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Close out Cascade Bay construction Punch list/
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Consider community indoor Community activity Turf on
soccer/other recreational facilities center under order for
consideration Civic
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TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: JOHN RUDOLPH, APrC CHAIR
DATE: MARCH 3, 2000
SUBJECT: APrC COMMENTS REGARDING VILLAGE PLAZA REDEVELOPMENT
. CONCEPT
The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission has reviewed the Village Plaza Redevelopment
Concept for the Cedar Avenue and Highway 13 study area. In addition to discussion at the regular
January meeting of the APrC, a subcommittee met with Assistant City Administrator Verbrugge to
discuss the concept in greater detail. Below are the most significant preliminary points that the APrC
felt are important from our perspective of the needs for open space and recreation amenities.
• APrC should be consulted when identifying goals for open space and parks dedication with
potential developers.
• The Village Plaza Concept is not just a daytime center and it is not just for shopping. The concept
must be developed in a way that also serves neighbors and develops an old downtown type of feel.
Any redevelopment concept must recognize the importance of being a daytime and nighttime
attraction.
• The amount of surface parking is a concern, however, it may be compensated with green islands
and medians in the lots. Creative water management engineering that includes a series of fountains
and ponds throughout the green space would allow greater runoff and better hydration. Striping
for designated bike lanes should be included on all new roadways. Bike paths must be clearly
defined and connected to greater regional bike paths.
• All roadways should be accompanied by sidewalks to both enhance safety and encourage
pedestrian traffic movement through the district. The roadway redesign must take into
consideration the bluff residential areas of Cedar Grove.
The key message from our Commission is that the APrC can bring something to the table as an active
partner and wishes to be of great assistance in the redevelopment process. We look forward to
working with the City Council as this exciting project moves forward.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: PARKS ADVISORY COMMISSION
FROM: C.J. LILLY- PARKS PLANNER
DATE: FEBRUARY 22, 2000
RE: NORTHVIEW PARK SIGN /
USE OF RECYCLED WOOD
On Friday, February 18th, I met with Debby Anderson of "By the Yard". Her
company specializes in outdoor furniture made of plastic; they supplied the chairs
and tables used at Cascade Bay. Although her company doesn't carry the
recycled wood she was familiar with the material and its limitations.
The drawback to using recycled wood for a sign is first its texture; it is flat and
doesn't have a wood grain, which all other community park signs have. Second,
the recycled wood will eventually turn gray as the imbedded wood weathers. This
problem can't be corrected with stain or paint because the plastic won't allow
proper adhesion.
Later the same day I met with Mark Wilson at A-La-Pointe Signs. He said
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knew of no sign manufacturer in the area using recycled wood for signage. He
was concerned the sign would fail to achieve the desired aesthetic. Mr. Wilson
emphasized the wood products he recommends are a renewable resource.
Natural wood is strong, attractive and economical; the right material for
community park signs that are seen by thousand's of people.
The City of Eagan has used recycled wood for building decks. A product called
"TREX" has been used successfully for building decks. However, the product as
manufactured, has inherent limitations that keep it from being a top choice for
signage. Park staff will continue to monitor changes in this industry and will
inform the commission if the use of recycled wood becomes more acceptable for
this type application.
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Subiect to anroval
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 14, 2000
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on February 14,
2000 with the following Commission Members present: Joseph Bari, Terry Davis, Cyndee Fields, N. Mark Filipi,
Kevin Gutknecht, Floyd Hiar, Barbara Johnson, George Kubik, Dorothy Peterson and John Rudolph. Commission
Member Daryle Petersen was not present. Staff present include Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation; Jeff
Asfahl, Superintendent of Recreation; Paul Olson, Parks Superintendent; Gregg Hove, Forestry Supervisor; CJ
Lilly, Parks Planner; Eric Macbeth, Water Resources Coordinator; Cathy Bolduc, Recreation Supervisor; Paula
Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor and Cherryl Mesko, Recording Secretary.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Director Vraa introduced Commission Members Cyndee Fields, Dorothy Peterson and Terry Davis who
had been recently appointed to three year terms by the City Council. Commission Member Floyd Hiar was also
introduced as the newly appointed alternate for a one year term.
INTRODUCTION OF NEW STAFF
Director Vraa introduced Recreation Supervisor Cathy Boldoc, recently hired from the City of Lakeville to
fill the position vacated by Donna Tilsner. Cathy will be assuming responsibility for the winter warming shelter
staff along with the seniors program and special events.
COMMISSION ORGANIZATION
ELECTION OF CHAIR, VICE CHAIR AND SECRETARY
Following a brief description of the position, Director Vraa opened nominations for the Chair. Barbara
Johnson nominated and Dorothy Peterson seconded the nomination for John Rudolph. George Kubik nominated
and Kevin Gutknecht seconded the nomination of Terry Davis. Terry Davis nominated and Joseph Bari seconded
the nomination for N. Mark Filipi. John Rudolph moved, George Kubik seconded with all members voting in favor
to close the nominations. Member Davis withdrew his name for consideration for the Chair position. Ballots were
completed and counted with John Rudolph elected as Chair.
Following a brief description of the position, Director Vraa opened nominations for the Vice-Chair.
Barbara Johnson moved and John Rudolph seconded the nomination for George Kubik. Dorothy Peterson moved
and Joseph Bari seconded a nomination for N. Mark Filipi. George Kubik moved and John Rudolph seconded a
nomination for Terry Davis. Terry Davis moved and Joseph Bari seconded the nomination for Barbara Johnson.
Barbara Johnson moved, George Kubik seconded with all members voting in favor to close the nominations.
Ballots were completed and counted with George Kubik elected as Vice Chair.
Following a brief description of the position, Director Vraa opened nominations for the Secretary. Barbara
Johnson moved and Terry Davis seconded a nomination for Joseph Bari. Terry Davis moved and George Kubik
seconded a nomination for Daryle Petersen. John Rudolph moved, Barbara Johnson seconded with all members
voting in favor to close the nominations. Ballots were completed and counted with Joseph Bari elected as Secretary.
Director Vraa then turned the meeting over to Chairman Rudolph.
Advisory Parks Commission
Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 14, 2000
Page 2
SUB-COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
Chair Rudolph noted that the Commission has been very actively involved in the various subcommittees.
He noted that the previously established subcommittees were recreation, acquisition/development and natural
resources. Following brief discussion, the following members volunteered to serve on the Recreation
Subcommittee; Kevin Gutknecht, John Rudolph and Cyndee Fields. The following members volunteered to serve
on the Natural Resources Subcommittee; N. Mark Filipi, George Kubik and Daryle Petersen. The following
members volunteered to serve on the Acquisition/Development Subcommittee; Dorothy Peterson, Barbara Johnson,
Terry Davis, Joseph Ban and Floyd Hiar.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Barbara Johnson moved, Joseph Bari seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the agenda as
presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 10, 2000
Terry Davis moved, Barbara Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to defer approval of the
minutes of January 10, 2000 to the March 20 meeting.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors in the audience that wished to be heard under this agenda item.
DEPARTMENT HAPPENING
Items highlighted by Director Vraa included hosting the MRPAA Boot Hockey State Tournament, dog sled
rides at Trapp Farm Park, two new winter programs, the continued opening of warming shelters while weather
permits, equipment approved in the 2000 CIP has been ordered, a Metro-Greenways planning grant for Patrick
Eagan Park was submitted, the Arbor Day poster contest, and the time spent by Water Resources Division staff on
wetlands conservation issues. The highlights were followed by a "Benefits of Recreation" video and the
introduction of the newly revised Fishing Guide.
CONSENT AGENDA
N. Mark Filipi moved, Barbara Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following
recommendations to the City Council relative to Eagandale Office Park 5`h Addition:
This development shall be responsible for a cash parks dedication and a cash trails dedication.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS - BETTY ALLEN PARCEL - ROYAL OAKS REALTY
Director Vraa provided a brief background of this issue noting that as part of the Joint Powers Agreement
between the Cities of Eagan and Inver Grove Heights, all developed property in Inver Grove Heights that requires
the extension of utility services from the City of Eagan, shall provide for a land or cash parks dedication as may be
determined by the City of Eagan. Commission Members were reminded of the recent Southern Lakes development
where a playfield was required due to the impact to Eagan park services because of the number of new residents
within the development.
Advisory Parks Commission
Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 14, 2000
Page 3
A letter was read by Director Vraa from Micki Westrum, 4716 Weston Hills Drive, who was unable to
attend the meeting, reflecting her perception that a land dedication within this parcel was needed. Her concerns
were based on the lack of park(s) within close proximity of her home for her children to use. The closest park is
now located at Red Pine Elementary, however the playground is not accessible during the school year, her letter
stated. She also expressed concern for the removal of trees from the Betty Allen parcel and concluded by asking
that the development not be approved without dedicated park space for the neighborhoods surrounding the area.
Director Vraa concluded by stating that this issue was forwarded to the Advisory Parks Commission by the
City Council for a recommendation and will be reviewed again by the City Council on February 15, 2000.
Mike Black of Royal Oaks Realty addressed the Commission stating they are looking for a land or cash
parks dedication from the City of Eagan based on the provision of the Joint Powers Agreement. He continued that
this is a 56 acre parcel south of Boulder Crest in Inver Grove Heights that will be developed into 76 single family
homes. He added that the Inver Grove Heights Parks Commission recommended that a cash parks dedication be
required for this development. Their rationale is that the City of IGH is attempting to acquire property to the
southeast of this development for a potential community park that can provide multiple facilities for this
community. Mr. Black stated that IGH has been acquiring tax forfeit parcels in anticipation of future development.
Member Bari asked for clarification of IGH's recommendation for a cash parks dedication. Mr. Black
responded that although IGH made that recommendation, if the City of Eagan concurs, the dollars will be collected
from the developer by IGH but will be passed on to the City of Eagan.
Member Davis asked for clarification of the nearest park for this neighborhood. Director Vraa pointed out
Hidden Corner Park, adjacent to Red Pine Elementary. Member Bari asked what role the park within Southern
Lakes would play for this neighborhood. Director Vraa reminded the Commission that the Southern Lakes
neighborhood has expressed a preference to move the ballfield/park from their neighborhood.
Member Davis noted that although the City of Eagan is not responsible for the tree preservation issue for
this development, there was some concern about the tree line on the Eagan/IGH border. Mr. Black responded that
the trees identified on the Eagan border will be kept.
Member Johnson asked if the land acquisition by IGH would resolve the Southern Lakes field issue.
Director Vraa responded that the need for fields within IGH is an issue for that city to resolve and it looks as though
they are acquiring the property to the southeast to fulfill their needs.
Joe Bari moved and Dorothy Peterson seconded a motion to accept a cash dedication in the amount of
$96,000 for this development.
Terry Hokem, 10167 Apennine Way, expressed his concern for the inaccessibility of Hidden Corner Park
during the day and the heavily populated area with so many young children. He also opined that the City of
Eagan's involvement with the playground at Hidden Comer Park was minimal and only included installation of
playground equipment the PTO had purchased. The neighborhood feels that this is an isolated area in which the
needs of its residents are not being met.
Although there are plans for IGH to acquire property to the southeast of the Betty Allen parcel, Mr. Hokem
opined that this is a slow process and the property may not be able to be developed because of accessibility issues.
He continued that the neighborhood hopes there will be a land dedication required within this proposed
development to facilitate the children that surround the area now. Mr. Hokem then read a prepared statement from
Tony Ward reiterating the same concerns, which are shared by the neighborhood. He added that the residents have
been diligently following this issue and expressing their concerns to all bodies reviewing it.
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Member Johnson questioned why the residents did not know that the IGH Park Commission had
recommended cash dedication. Bob Barret, 10150 Apennine Way, stated they are not clear why the IGH Parks
Commission information wasn't known, however, reiterated that if IGH is planning to continue acquisition of land
to the southeast they will have issues because it is land locked. Mr. Barret added that Weston Hills Drive is also a
high traffic area and there is concern for kids getting to Hidden Corner Park via this route.
Member Johnson asked the residents what type of small park they envisioned. Mr. Barret commented that
there are two ballfields currently at Hidden Corner, that they would like to see a playground area that would be
accessible to them. Mr. Hokem added that they want a more nature based park with a playground; not an area for
organized games.
Member Peterson stated that as long as there is a Joint Powers Agreement in place between the two cities, a
cash dedication should be recommended. Member Rudolph stated that the Commission is not aware of IGH's
vision for their park system and how they choose to implement it.
Mr. Hokum asked the Commission to talk to IGH to see what their intention is for parks in this area. He
suggested that the Commission should act on behalf of their residents as well.
Member Davis asked if the neighbors have discussed their desire for a park in this area with the developer.
Mr. Black responded that this plan has been revised three times over the past six months. The previous plan showed
open space with a trail until an error was detected in the location of the M.U.S.A. line. The change resulted in the
reduction of lots within 16 acres of the development that could not connect to Eagan water/sewer. Mr. Black
continued that a traffic study ordered by the City of IGH reflected no significant increase in traffic because of this
development. In addition, the IGH Parks Commission is working towards acquiring 75 acres to the southeast of this
site with access proposed from the development south of the Betty Allen parcel. He added that this development
proposal will appear before the Eagan City Council on February 15 with recommendations passed on to IGH for
their approval/denial of the project.
As a point of clarification, it was noted that IGH will make the final determination regarding the
development proposal in their community, however the City of Eagan will make the recommendation relative to the
parks dedication per the Joint Powers Agreement. It was also noted that the cash dedication is in line with what the
IGH Parks Commission has recommended for this development given their plans to develop a community park to
the southeast. Member Davis asked if the residents are aware of IGH's vision for a park in this area. The residents
present responded that the vision isn't clear yet since the city does not own the property.
Member Bari asked again if the residents attended meetings relative to this issue in IGH. The residents
stated that the IGH Planning Commission denied the proposal stating it was not a good fit, however they were not
aware of the Parks Commission's recommendations.
Member Kubik asked that the motion be called. Member Hiar empathized with the residents, stating that
several conflicts have been expressed and opined that it may be premature to make a decision. Member Rudolph
commented that the responsibility of this development and the overall park needs of the residents rests with the City
of IGH.
The motion was re-stated with the following members voting Aye: Joseph Bari; Kevin Gutknecht, George
Kubik, and Dorothy Peterson. Those voting Nay included Cyndee Fields, N. Mark Filipi, John Rudolph, Barbara
Johnson, Terry Davis and Floyd Hiar. The motion was defeated.
Terry Davis moved, and George Kubik seconded a motion to accept a cash parks dedication and
recommend to the City Council that a recommendation be made to IGH that consideration be given for a
neighborhood park in this development to meet the near term needs of these neighborhoods.
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Member Gutknecht noted that if the City of Eagan takes cash dedication for this development, it will
receive approximately $96,000. He asked what the City of Eagan would get with a land dedication. Director Vraa
responded that the land dedication would stay in IGH and that the balance of the dedication, if any, would be
calculated, paid by the developer and transferred to the City of Eagan. Member Johnson asked if there was any way
that Eagan could ensure that a park would be built in this development if a land dedication were made. Director
Vraa responded that the City of Eagan would not have the ability to mandate IGH's development of their park
system.
Mr. Hokem stated that IGH cannot proceed with this development without Eagan's input per the Joint
Powers Agreement. Mr. Black reiterated that there is another 70 acres to the south where parkland can be placed,
and that the IGH Parks Commission is pursuing.
The motion on the floor was re-stated for clarification. Member Kubik noting that the motion did not
contain the $96,000 cash dedication amount withdrew his second and the motion died.
George Kubik moved, Kevin Gutknecht seconded a motion to accept a cash parks dedication in the amount
of $96,000 and that the concerns of the residents be forwarded through the minutes to the Eagan City Council, the
Inver Grove Heights City Council and the Inver Grove Heights Parks Commission. Those voting Aye included
Joseph Bari, Terry Davis, Kevin Gutknecht, Barbara Johnson, George Kubik, Dorothy Peterson and John Rudolph.
Those voting Nay included Cyndee Fields, N. Mark Filipi and Floyd Hiar.
OLD BUSINESS
TREE MITIGATION
Director Vraa provided a brief background noting that the proposed policy is the result of several APrC
meetings, APrC subcommittee meetings, staff review and review by the City Attorneys office. The policy identifies
options for utilization of tree mitigation funds which included preservation of trees/woodlands through fee title
acquisition or conservation easements and through reforestation programs.
Following a brief discussion, Terry Davis moved, John Rudolph seconded with all members voting in favor
to approve the proposed Tree Mitigation Fund Policy and forward that recommendation to the City Council for
consideration.
MURPHY FARM 3" ADDITION
Director Vraa briefly reviewed the background of this item noting that the Advisory Commission had made
a recommendation to the City Council to acquire land and conservation easements from the proposed Murphy Farm
3`d Addition. He noted that the City Council gave preliminary plat approval to the subdivision for 24 lots and
agreed to purchase, for $50,000, the additional park property and easements as recommended by the Advisory Parks
Commission.
The issue before the Commission, Director Vraa continued, was to make a determination as to the source
of funding for this acquisition. The sources of funding were identified as the Park Site Fund, the Tree Mitigation
Fund or a combination of both funds. Member Rudolph asked if joint funding had been done previously. Director
Vraa responded that this is the first opportunity to use Tree Mitigation Funds for acquisition. Following a brief
discussion, Barbara Johnson moved and Kevin Gutknecht seconded a motion to fund the acquisition completely
with Tree Mitigation Funds. Those voting Aye included Joseph Bari, Kevin Gutknecht, Barbara Johnson and
George Kubik. Those voting Nay included Terry Davis, Cyndee Fields, N. Mark Filipi, Floyd Hiar, Dorothy
Peterson and John Rudolph. The motion failed.
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Member Kubik asked for the balance of the Park Site Fund and the Tree Mitigation Fund. Director Vraa
responded that it was approximately $2.5 million but that $1 million has been earmarked for purchase of the central
park property. The balance of the Tree Mitigation Fund was identified as approximately $94,000.
Member Peterson suggested that the acquisition be split between the two funds, thereby, not depleting
either quite so significantly. Member Bari opined that the Tree Mitigation Fund was a better funding mechanism
given the other priorities set for the Park Site Fund. Member Filipi expressed his support for sharing the cost
between both funds as did Member Rudolph. Member Davis opined that he would prefer to use the Park Site Fund
totally but suggested a 75%/25% split with the Park Site Fund supplying the larger share.
After further discussion; John Rudolph moved, N. Mark Filipi seconded a motion to charge a percentage of
the acquisition cost to the Park Site Fund and the balance to the Tree Mitigation Fund. Dorothy Peterson amended
to motion to include 75% from the Park Site Fund and 25% from the Tree Mitigation Fund. Those voting Aye
included Terry Davis, Cyndee Fields, N. Mark Filipi, Kevin Gutknecht, Floyd Hiar, George Kubik, Dorothy
Peterson and John Rudolph. Members Bari and Johnson voted Nay. The motion passed.
MALLARD TRAIL
Director Vraa provided a brief background noting that the Commission had evaluated two trail alignments
during the October, 1999 meeting and had selected Concept B for connection to the Highline Trail. Director Vraa
reviewed the existing site conditions, and project cost estimate.
Following a brief discussion, George Kubik moved, Kevin Gutknecht seconded with all members voting in
favor to authorize staff to fmalize specifications and request bids for trail construction as outlined by staff to be
funded from the Park Site Acquisition and Development Fund; either from the contingency portion or the Small
Project Set-Aside.
TEENS UPDATE
Following a brief background by Director Vraa, Recreation Supervisor Nowariak updated the Commission
on information they requested following the December Commission meeting. Supervisor Nowariak provided a
brief overview of information gleaned from the Teen Center at the Southwest Area YMCA which included the
estimated daily attendance of approximately 15-30 per night when teens typically drop into the center when they are
using the gym facilities. Attendance on school release days increases to 20-50 participants and between 50-100
participants on teen nights held the first and third Saturdays of each month.
Nowariak also provided highlights of a new initiative in Brooklyn Park that focuses on programming and
planning to involve youth in the community. Their focus is on leadership development, social activities, service and
community. The cities of Burnsville and Fridley are also following a similar approach. Very little revenue comes
from the program participants, rather it is supported by grants from the State along with business community funds.
Supervisor Nowariak concluded by identifying three potential action steps for the Commission to consider
for adoption.
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Member Peterson asked if there was a group of teens identified that could assist with this project.
Nowariak responded that there are several existing groups that would need to be pulled together that could provide a
good base. Member Johnson asked if there are programs directed to older teens. Nowariak responded that the
programs typically draw the younger teens who are not yet able to drive and want to continue social contact with
their peers. Member Johnson noted that the teens seem to want to stick closer to their age group and not mix very
much. Supervisor Nowariak concurred stating that there appears to be a strong sense that junior high and senior
high students want to maintain that separation.
Following further brief discussion, George Kubik moved, John Rudolph seconded with all members voting
in favor to adopt the following action steps:
1. Organize a task force of youth and teen programmers along with teens to help meet the needs of the
teens in Eagan.
• Commission Members may want to appoint members to this task force.
2. Adopt a vision/plan to deal with teen issues.
• Recreation subcommittee input on what the vision/goals should be and be an active support
role.
3. Carry the plan forward to the City Council for adoption and planning in the 2001 budget.
• The program needs support from the City Council, Advisory Parks Commission and the
business community.
NEW BUSINESS
REQUEST TO CONSIDER EASEMENT SWAP - REGAL CINEMA
Director Vraa provided a brief background noting that when the Regal Cinema was developed they chose
to dedicate a portion of the development property as a "proof of parking" area to demonstrate that they could meet
the parking requirements of the.City. Should the City determine that demand necessitates additional parking stalls,
this area would then be placed into parking. It was noted that the current proof of parking area is heavily wooded
and the owners would like to swap the existing area for proof of parking adjacent to Rahn Park. They would
dedicate a conservation easement over the existing proof of parking area to the City in exchange for an easement
from the city that would allow use of the existing parking lot for theater purposes, if additional parking ever became
necessary. Director Vraa then showed photos of the existing Rahn parking along with the theater's existing proof of
parking area.
Member Peterson asked if there would be any impact to the existing pond. Director Vraa said no.
Following further brief discussion, George Kubik moved, Barbara Johnson seconded a motion to direct staff to
proceed with preparation of the appropriate documents to secure a conservation easement in exchange for parking
rights. All members voted in favor of the motion with the exception of Member Filipi who abstained from voting.
TENNIS COURT REPLACEMENT - O'LEARY PARK
Director Vraa provided a brief background of this issue noting that the tennis courts at O'Leary Park had
been removed because of their poor condition. Because of the poor subsoils and increased subsurface moisture the
Commission was being asked to consider whether the courts should be replaced or if the space should be used for
other recreational opportunities. Several alternatives were reviewed along with the cost implications of each.
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Member Rudolph asked if the courts have been used for organized play. Director Vraa stated that tennis
lessons have been offered at this site in previous years. Member Johnson asked how realistic volleyball courts
would be given the wet soils. Director Vraa stated that if that was a consideration by the Commission, drain tile
would need to be installed. Member Peterson asked if the hard court surface was still in tact. Director Vraa stated
that they were fine. Member Peterson stated that the hard court has been used more regularly in the past than the
tennis courts. Member Kubik suggested leaving a grassy area to see how it is used and make plans for the site based
on the casual use.
Following further brief discussion, George Kubik moved, N. Mark Filipi seconded with all members voting
in favor to complete the removal of the tennis courts at O'Leary Park and leave an open play area with space for
picnic tables to see what the use is. Member Bari amended the motion to include adding a grill to the site. The
motion passed. Member Davis suggested that the Recreation subcommittee meet to discuss options for this site
before any further recommendations are made for changes. When asked what that time frame should be, Member
Davis suggested that this probably wouldn't need to be addressed until spring. Member Peterson suggested that
more information be obtained from the surrounding neighborhood to help determine what should ultimately be
placed in this park.
OAK WILT GRANT
Following a brief introduction and background, John Rudolph moved, Joseph Bari seconded with all
members voting in favor to recommend to the City Council that the MnReLEAF Forest Health grant application be
submitted to MnDNR.
Member Johnson asked if residents could only use a licensed contractor on the City's list to remove trees.
Supervisor Hove confirmed that was the case.
NORTHVIEW PARK SIGN
Director Vraa provided a brief background relative to the installation of a sign at Northview Park. The
installation of this sign is planned to coordinate with the Arbor Day event on Saturday, May 6 scheduled at this
park. Parks Planner Lilly reviewed three concepts with the Commission seeking their direction.
After discussing the three options, Member Hiar asked if the option for using recycled lumber rather than
cedar had been considered. Planner Lilly responded that the sign contractors he had talked to had shared a concern
for wind load in working with recycled lumber, however, he would pursue that option further.
Following brief discussion, George Kubik moved, Barbara Johnson seconded with all members voting in
favor to select sign concept C presented and authorize staff to finalize design and construction of the Northview
Park sign to be installed in April prior to Arbor Day.
PARKS AND RECREATION UPDATE
Superintendent Olson noted that the A rinks will remain open as long as possible but that parents should
check for specific hours that buildings will be open before dropping children off at a site unattended. Seniors or
students looking for part time seasonal jobs were encouraged to call for applications and it was noted that the
Northview concessions building will undergo some renovations before it opens in the spring. The maintenance
staff is working with EAA on soccer schedules to allow some of the fields to "rest" while looking for alternative
sites to meet their demands.
Superintendent Asfahl stated that the Spring/Summer Discover! Brochure would be in residents' homes
within the week. Recreation is also looking to recruit 50+ adults for summer seasonal positions.
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WATER RESOURCES UPDATE
There were no informational updates to be provided to the Commission.
OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS
SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATES
Superintendent Asfahl provided a brief summary of the past Recreation subcommittee. Member Rudolph
commented that staff is very proactive in programming and has come up with some great new ideas. In reference to
the senior survey, Member Peterson suggested that a question regarding a senior center be added.
Member Davis provided an update of the Greenspace Task Force comprised of members from the
Advisory Parks Commission, Advisory Planning Commission, resident representatives and staff. He noted that the
purpose is to look at footprints of existing buildings and the impact they have on impervious surfaces. Several
comparisons have been done with other cities including stall size, spaces needed for specific uses, etc. The group is
looking at what types of incentives can be offered to reduce surface parking. The group has been working very
aggressively to look at several options and create models that can be superimposed on existing sites to visually see
what the impact would be. The Commission will continue to be updated with information, as it is available.
Member Filipi stated that the Commission's ad-hoc committee reviewing the Cedarvale redevelopment will
need to set a meeting to formulate recommendations to pass on to the City Council.. Director Vraa suggested
setting a workshop for all Commission Members to review and make a recommendation to the City Council
COMMUNITY FACILITY TASK FORCE UPDATE
Director Vraa provided a brief update of the Community Facility Task Force noting that the City Council is
looking for a report and recommendation in April. The Task Force has been meeting every two weeks and will
continue that schedule.until the report has been completed.
COMUNICATIONS
There were no communications items in the packet for discussion by the Commission.
PARK SITE FUND UPDATE
Director Vraa noted that a current update of the Park Site Fund was enclosed in the packet for the
Commission's review and information.
BEST PRACTICES FIELD MANUAL
Forestry Supervisor Hove distributed the Best Management Practices Field Manual. He provided a brief
background of how this publication came to be and reviewed the Statement of Purpose. He noted that there was no
action required by the Commission, that this was informational only.
ROUND TABLE
A meeting regarding the Cedarvale Task Force was set for February 29, 2000 at 6:00 p.m. A Recreation
subcommittee meeting was scheduled for March 14 at 6:00 p.m.
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ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to conduct George Kubik moved, Cyndee Fields seconded with all members
voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:25 p.m.
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