03/16/2009 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionAGENDA
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Please note. different location
March 16, 2008
7:00 PM
Eagan Municipal Center
Eagan Room
Workshop
6:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Wetland Banking Update
Conference Rooms 2A & B
1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
II. Adopt Agenda
III. Recognize Citizen Lake Monitoring Volunteers
IV. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 20, 2009
V. Visitors to be Heard
VI. Director's Update
VII. Consent Agenda
VIII. Development Proposals
IX. Old Business
1. Wandering Walk Wetland Bank Modification
X. New Business
XI. Water Resources Update
XII. Other Business and Reports
XIII. Communications
XIV. Round Table
XV. Adjournment
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The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities, and
employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation,
or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request
at least 96 hours in advance of the event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will attempt to provide the aids.
Next Advisory Parks Commission Meeting
April 20, 2009
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
2008-2009 MEETING SCHEDULE
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THURSTON "THOR" ANDERSON 2008 651-688-8157 (H) 5/2010
1658 Mallard Drive (2 yr. 2008) 651-687-8804 (W)
MN 55122
Eagan thoranderson(vahoo.com (H)
, thurston.anderson thomsonreuters.com
PHIL BELFIORI 2002 651-905-0293 (H) 5/2009
3671 Canary Way (1yr. 2002) 651-266-9112 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr,
yr, 2006)
651-230-2051 (cell)
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JENNIFER DAHLQUIST 2007 612-803-0262 (H) 5/2010
3885 Gibraltar Trail (1 yr. 2007) 612-626-1602 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 (2 yr, 2008) Jenn'rferdahlauistAgmail.com
BRUCE GOFF (Alternate) 2008 651-686-7170 (H) 5/2009
782 Mill Run Path (1 yr. 2008) 952-833-8183 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 Bruce.aoffboomcastnet
LAURIE HALVERSON (Secretary) May, 2006 651-249-9245(Cell) 5/2009
680 Brockton Circle (1 yr, 2006) 651-686-0183 (H)
Eagan, MN 55123 (2 yr, 2007) Ihalversonftpintemet.com
DUANE L. HANSEN May, 2004 952-894-9228 (W) 5/2010
3911 Denmark Ave (1 yr. 2004) 651-687-9566 (H)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2005) dlhansen io.com
(2 yr, 2008)
DOROTHY PETERSON (Chair) 2000 651-454-6532 (H) 5/2009
4337 Sequoia Drive (3 yr. 2000)
Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2003) norsk43370iuno.com
(3 yr, 2006)
RYAN ZIPF (Vice Chair) 2005 651-686-2958 (H) 5/2009
4721 Pebble Beach Way (1 yr. 2005) 651-281-1275 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr, 2006) rzipfOrrinc.ora
Eagan City Staff E-Mail:
jsjohnson@cityofeagan.com cmesko@citvofeagan.com poison@citvofeagan.com
ghove@citvofeagan.com emacbeth@citvofeagan.com 12-11-08
Phone #651-675-5505 (Cherryl's # after 4:30 p.m.)
Eagan Parks and Recreation Phone Number: 651-675-5500
Eagan Parks and Recreation Staff E-Mail
Director
Juli Seydell Johnson
Administration:
Cherry) Mesko
Paul Olson
Paula Nowariak
Sonya Rippe
Forestry:
Gregg Hove
Water Resources:
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
FROM: JULI SEYDELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
DATE: _ March 13, 2009
WORKSHOP
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Conference Rooms 2 A & B
Wetlands Banking Update
REMINDER: REGULAR MEETING WILL BE IN THE EAGAN ROOM
ITEM I: Call to order
ITEM II: Approval of agenda
ITEM III: Recognize Citizen Lake Monitoring Volunteers
The following residents will be recognized for their volunteer service as citizen
lake monitors:
• Mark Ochs - 20 years monitoring both Cedar Pond and Heine Pond
• Dan Scheller - 10 years monitoring Coventry Pond
• Bruce Peterson - 10 years monitoring Gerhardt Lake
ITEM IV: Approval of minutes of January 20, 2009
ITEM V: Visitors to be Heard
Staff is not aware of any visitors who wish to address the Commission at this
time.
ITEM VI: Director's Update
Director Johnson will provide a brief overview of activities and events within the
department
ITEM VII: Consent Agenda
There are no Consent Agenda items for the Commission to review.
ITEM VIII: Development Proposals
There are no Development Agenda items for the Commission to review.
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ITEM IX: Old Business
Water Resources Coordinator Macbeth will bring the Wandering Walk wetland
bank modification back to the APrC for review and recommendation. There may
be residents present who wish to address this item.
ITEM X: New Business
There are no New Business items for the Commission to review.
ITEM XI: Water Resources Update
There are no Water Resources updates.
ITEM XII: Other Business and Reports
There are no items for Commission review.
ITEM XIII: Communications
There are no communications for Commission review.
ITEM XIV: Round Table
Any items of concern that might be placed on upcoming agendas or items of
interest will be identified.
ITEM XV: Adjournment
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MARCH 2009
DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY IMAGE AND SENSE OF PLACE
• The 10th Annual Home and Leisure show is March 13-15`x. The Home Show will kick off the
department's new marketing initiative... Discover the Value in Eagan .... designed to showcase all the
opportunities available to residents in their own back yard.
• Captain C Breeze will also be brought to life at the Home Show to begin the 10 year birthday
celebration for Cascade Bay.
• Eagan's Winter Outdoor Spectacular Event gave many Eagan families their first experience with ice
fishing, dog sledding and snowshoeing at Blackhawk Park on Saturday, February 28. For a majority of
the attendees it was their first time participating in these winter outdoor activities.
• Eagan Parks & Recreation signed this month to host the 566 Air Force Concert Band for a special 1- V2
hour patriotic concert free to the community on Friday, July 10, 2009. The 566th is one of the Air
Force's traveling concert bands out of Peoria, Illinois and features a 40 member band that plays patriotic
music with solos, vocals and audience participation sing-a-longs. There is no performance fee cost
associated with booking the band and all their travel and lodging is paid for by the group itself.
• It is not too early to think about the Holz Farm Spring Festival, May 17 or Clean up day on May 2; mark
your calendars now!
SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
• The ECC gymnasiums will be home to a Carousel Craft Fair on March 28`h. This will be the first of
many, as Carousel will now be hosting fairs from the ECC twice per year.
• "Spoiled Little Rascals" has chosen the ECC for their bi-annual kids consignment sale. With the
existing bi-annual MOM sale and JBF sale, that will total six large sales per year (800-1,000 people
each) that rent facilities and also bring business to The Blast and Cyber Cafe.
• The Job Fair will be hosted again this year at the Civic Arena on March 19th- The crowd is expected to
be exceptionally large this year; beyond the 1,000+ that usually attend.
• Eagan Market Fest Vendor recruitment is well-underway with many vendors returning for their 2°d & 3rd
year and new 1 S` year vendors. The $10 early registration discount ends March 31 and we will continue
to recruit vendors throughout the spring and early summer. New vendors already registered include a
berry vendor, birdhouse & garden art vendor, nursery & infused oil/vinegar vendor. Produce is
currently full with two new produce vendors added this year.
PROMOTE HEALTH AND WELLNESS
• The ECC will be hosting the first Healthy Conversation on Wednesday, March 180' from 7-8pm. The
topic will be "Boosting Your Health Potential & Reducing Stress" presented by Dr. Phillip G. Gillman,
D.C. These conversations are free to the public. The idea is to provide these Healthy Conversations
every other month surrounding various topics relating to health & wellness by utilizing local
experts/practitioners.
• Participation in fitness classes at the ECC so far in 2009 has exceeded 2008 numbers. While
memberships are slightly lower than 2008 it appears that current members are very serious about staying
active and healthy.
• Some exciting proposals were received and the equipment has been ordered for the new playgrounds.
Complete replacements are scheduled for Northview, Wescott Station and Quarry Parks. Enhancement
pieces will be added to playgrounds at Rahn and Blackhawk Parks.
PROTECT ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES
• The City has purchased a high quality slow release fertilizer for use at all park sites. Nearly all of the
products are phosphorus free. A blend containing very low levels of phosphorus (3%) is used once per
year at the few sites where soil tests have shown there is a deficiency. The regular use of fertilizer helps
thicken turf, crowding out broadleaf weeds, thereby reducing the need for chemicals.
• Forestry staff is again aiding the Street Department with boulevard tree trimming. Trimming is done
throughout the City on a rotational basis
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• Civic Arena is looking at options for the first phase of theater lighting approved in the 2009 budget.
Discussions are underway with Dakota Electric about the costs and payback associated with LED
lighting verses the traditional "can" lighting.
• The installation of the new field lighting system at Northview Park is going well. All of the light
fixtures have been mounted on the poles and the panels are being installed. Barring unforeseen issues,
they should be ready to go for the start of the ball season.
FACILITATE COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
• The Eagan Art House provided art activities at Glacier Hills Art night on March 5.
• Tesseract School and Apple Valley Parks & Recreation have scheduled art field trips in the summer.
• Additional after school classes were scheduled at Somerset Elementary in Mendota Heights and Glacier
Hills Elementary in Eagan.
PROVIDE RECREATION EXPERIENCES
• Blue Cross has agreed again to allow use of their open space for youth soccer games
• Parks & Recreation is offering afterschool programs at Blackhawk Middle School. We are in week two
of the Xtreme Adventures program. There are 29 students enrolled for this program which runs for 6
weeks total. The Unicycling and Juggling Club is in week two and has about 13 active students which
also runs for 6 weeks.
• Community Gardens will be offered at Holz Farm this summer. Sponsored by the Friends of the Farm,
there are 12 plots available to Eagan residents. Registration is full for this program.
• Currently, there are 189 teams registered for basketball, softball, volleyball and wiffleball leagues.
Registrations are still being accepted.
• There are 16 teams signed up for adult hockey and 13 teams signed up for Arena softball this spring.
Adult hockey leagues are full and consistent with 2008. Arena softball, however has grown from 6
teams in 2008.
• Spring Session of Preschool began March 9, and registrations are still coming in. 167 children are
registered to date, but many opportunities remain, Mini Camp Mondays, T Ball Spring training on the
turf and the Egg Hunt are yet to begin. New registrations will still be accepted for many classes, parents
just need to call!
• Summer registration is in full swing! Classes, camps, lessons and more .... don't miss out on your first
choice, register now!
KUDOS TO STAFF:
Civic Arena staff for stepping in during the absence of a skate school director. A plan is in place to fill
this position in the spring/summer of 2009.
Kerry Phillips, Julie Anderson, Heidi Sedlacek and Cheryl Stevenson for their creative efforts in
implementing the "Discover the Value in Eagan" marketing initiative. The idea was a department wide
collaborative but the implementation of a marketing plan in time for the Home Show was brought to
reality in less than 6 weeks.
GENERAL ANNOUNCEMENTS:
• The outdoor ice rinks officially closed on February 16 with rinks being open for 53 days. Attendance
for the season was 13,868. In 2007/08 they were open up to 59 days with attendance of 14,211.
• Trapp Farm Park Tubing Hill was open for 27 days with an attendance for the season of 2,218. This
compares to 30 days and attendance of 3,533 in 2007/08.
• Cascade Bay has received almost 300 applications for 150 positions for this summer.
• The hiring process for other summer employment is underway with interviews scheduled to begin the
end of March.
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City of Eaall
MEMO
Date: March 16, 2009
Agenda Item: DC-1; Wandering Walk Park
Wetland Bank Application
Action X
Information
Attachments X 1. Wandering Walk Park
Wetland Bank App.
2. Drainage areas
AGENDA ITEM: IX-1; WANDERING WALK PARK WETLAND BANK APPLICATION
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: ERIC MACBETH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR
ITEM OVERVIEW: Provide recommendations to City Council regarding proposed application
to create a Wetland Bank site in Wandering Walk Park.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
Minn. Rules Ch. 8420.0700 to 8420.0760 provides standards for the establishment and administration of a
state wetland banking system, as authorized by Minn. Stats. § 103G.2242. Subject to the aforementioned rules,
an account holder in the Minnesota Wetland Bank may deposit or withdraw acres of wetland credits to replace
present or future wetland impacts it causes.
On May 15, 2002, the City of Eagan established a Minnesota Wetland Bank account when it purchased 3.5
acres of wetland credits in a bank site in Eureka Township, Dakota County. On December 31, 2002, the City
withdrew 1.56 acres of these credits to replace wetland impacts associated with creating Central Park Pond. On
June 16, 2003, the City withdrew 0.49 acres of credits as an "on-loan" replacement for wetland impacts
associated with constructing Hunt Drive to access the Terra Glenn subdivision near the Eagan Maintenance
Facility. The developer of Terra Glenn has since replaced these credits to the City's Wetland Bank account.
Presently, the City has 1.99 acres of Wetland Bank credits.
During a 2003 workshop, the City Council expressed interest in acquiring additional Wetland Bank credits for
its potential use. The 2007 Water Quality and Wetland Management Plan (WQWMP) identifies as a priority
project to "Complete a wetland assessment in parks and other dedicated open space to identify potential
banking and mitigation sites within the City." According to the WQWMP, this is necessary to potentially
avoid or reduce "wetland export" in wetland mitigation situations. City staff completed this inventory and
presented for Advisory Parks Commission (APrC) preliminary consideration two proposed Wetland Bank
sites, one it Bridle Ridge Park and one in Wandering Walk Park. All staff, consultant, and construction costs
would be paid through the City's Lakes and Wetlands Program and the Water Quality Capital Improvement
Plan. On April 14, 2008, the APrC unanimously consented to the development of plans in these two locations.
On May 6, 2008, the City Council authorized preparation of a state-required Wetland Bank Plan application to
create two Wetland Bank sites within the City. Additional analysis since this authorization has indicated soil
conditions at the Bridle Ridge Park site to be unfavorable for wetland creation, so staff is only proceeding with
the Wandering Walk Park site.
Assuming the City Council accepts the Wetland Bank Plan application, an open review process will provide an
opportunity for public comment prior to a formal decision on the plan by the City Council. A 30-day comment
period, beyond the 15-day minimum requirement of the Wetland Conservation Act Rules (MN Rules Ch.
8420), will be provided.
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ANALYSIS:
A neighborhood meeting was held February 26, 2009 at the Daniel and Corinne Thill home to discuss with
homeowners adjacent to Wandering Walk Park about the potential Wetland Bank site. Despite an evening of
significant and blustery snowfall, 21 residents attended-representing between one-third and one-half of the
adjacent property owners. City staff made a presentation to residents and addressed questions over about an
hour. City staff s purpose in this meeting was to provide residents the opportunity to guide staffs efforts to
propose a wetland bank design that would be consented by the neighborhood and would fulfill the City
Council's directive.
The potential Wetland Bank site in Wandering Walk Park would provide about 3 acres of credits through berm
construction, grading and soil compaction, and stormwater rerouting. Assuming ideal progression of the
application, public review, and approval process, the soonest construction at the site would begin is early July.
The proposed application and plans (see Attachment 1) will be reviewed by City staff at the meeting.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. Provide modifications to proposed Wetland Bank plan application.
2. Recommend the City Council accept the Wetland Bank Plan application and solicit public comment.
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WBTLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
Contact Summary
PREPARED FOR:
City of Eagan
3830 Pilot Knob Rd
Eagan, MN 55122
Phone: (651) 675-5300
PREPARED BY:
BONESTROO
Attn: John Smyth
2335 Hwy 36 W
St. Paul, MN 55113
Phone: (651) 604-4708
LOCAL GOVERNMENT UNIT
City of Eagan
Attn: Eric MacBeth
3501 Coachman Point
Eagan, MN 55122
Phone: (651) 675-5300
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS
Department of the Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District
Attn: Eric Norton
190 Fifth Street East, Suite 401
St. Paul, MN 55101-1638
Phone: (651) 290-5358
For LGU Use Only
Project Name: Project Identification No.:
Minnesota Wetland Bank Plan Application
PART B: WETLAND BANK PLAN SUPPLEMENT
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS
To seek approval for the establishment of a wetland bank, applicants must complete and submit both Part A (Scoping Document) and Part
B (Bank Plan Supplement) of this application package. An approved wetland bank application does not guarantee the success of a
wetland bank project, nor does it guarantee how many wetland credits will result from the project.
Approval of both Part A and Part B constitutes an approved Wetland Bank Plan Application.
Instructions for completing a Wetland Bank Application and how to submit it for review can be obtained from the BWSR web site at
(www.bwsr.state.mn.us)
Project Name: County. Dakota
Wandering Walk Park Wetland Bank
The following supporting documents are required components of Part B of the Minnesota Wetland Bank Plan Application. Please refer
to each respective appendix for specific details of the information required.
Appendix 1 - Design and Construction Plan Requirements
Appendix 2 - Vegetation Establishment and Management Plan Requirements
Appendix 3 - Summary of Existing Wetlands and Credits Expected
Appendix 4 - Monitoring Plan Requirements
The applicant is responsible for providing all information required in the Wetland Bank Plan Application, which includes all required
information from the appendices listed above. These appendices may include supplemental reports, maps, plans, drawings, narratives,
figures, and other information.
Part B of the Wetland Bank Plan Application will be considered incomplete if it is not signed or if any appendix, or a component of an
appendix, is not completed and submitted to the Local Governmental Unit administering the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA LGU).
Do not proceed with your project until you have received approval of your completed Wetland Bank Plan Application from your WCA
LGU. Wetland bank sites that are restored or created prior to WCA LGU approval of a completed Wetland Bank Plan
Application are not eligible for deposit into the State Wetland Bank.
APPLICANT'S AFFIDAVIT
The undersigned Applicant hereby applies to the designated Local Governmental Unit administering the Wetland Conservation Act
(WCA LGU) to establish the above-described wetland banking credits with the intention of ultimately depositing such credits in the
Minnesota Wetland Bank. As a condition for the deposit, the Landowner/Applicant represents, acknowledges and attests as follows:
1. I hold, or will hold prior to restoring or creating the wetland bank, a fee simple or other sufficient interest in the real property
described above on which the proposed wetland bank project will be established. Any property interest held by the
landowner/applicant must include the rights to restore the bank site in accordance with the enclosed plans, specifications, and
supporting documents, as well as granting of a perpetual conservation easement to the State of Minnesota (State) in accordance with
item (2) below.
2. I agree to grant, convey and warrant to the State a perpetual easement, which must include provisions for reasonable access,
prepared by the State prior to any request to deposit eligible credits that result from the successful implementation of the approved
bank plan.
3. 1 understand that the sale of any portion of or interest in the real property prior to granting and recording of a perpetual easement to
the State could jeopardize the establishment of an account in the State Wetland Bank unless I as the seller have reserved the rights
and interests sufficient to protect the interests of the applicant and the State.
4. I agree to provide at my cost a legal description of the easement boundary, including a description for a legal access that is
acceptable to the state as part of conveying the perpetual easement to the State. I also agree to establish and maintain visible
monuments such as signs, fence posts and/or survey posts at prominent locations along the easement boundary.
(V. 1.0 for MS WORD) 6/14/06 Page 1 of 2 Wetland Bank Plan Application Fonn - Part B
For LGU Use Only
Project Name: Project Identification No.:
I agree to provide a Policy of Title Insurance for the benefit of the State of Minnesota and naming the State of Minnesota as insured,
which shall include such terms and be subject to only such exceptions as are acceptable to the State. To ensure acceptability of said
policy to the State, a Commitment to Insure shall be provided to the State within thirty (30) days from the date the Grantor
receives a written request for the Commitment to Insure. The Grantor will be responsible for obtaining all consents and
subordinations to the easement for all mortgages, liens and other holders of interests in the Grantor's property, as required by the
State. I understand that I will be responsible for all costs associated with obtaining the Commitment to Insure and the Policy of
Title Insurance, including but not limited to the cost of updating the abstract of the property being acquired.
6. That all other holders of interests in the real property on which the proposed wetland bank, or any necessary access easement, will be
located (e.g., spouses, mortgagees, fee owners, etc.) if any, will either join in the conveyance or consent by signing a Consent and
Subordination Agreement or similar document, which will be recorded with the perpetual easement.
7. That there are no hazardous substances, pollutants, and contaminants in or on the proposed wetland bank area or within 200 feet of it.
8. That any abandoned vehicles, junkpiles, or other dumpsite materials on or within 200 feet of the proposed wetland bank area will be
cleaned up with the items properly removed or otherwise disposed of in accordance with local ordinances and state codes prior to or
as part of implementing the wetland bank project.
9. That the proposed wetland bank area was not previously restored or created under a prior approved replacement plan.
10. That the proposed wetland bank area was not or will not be restored for other unrelated regulatory purposes.
It. That the proposed wetland bank area was not drained or filled under an exemption during the previous ten years.
12. That the proposed wetland bank area was not or will not be restored or designed with financial assistance from a public conservation
program, or if it was or will be, the public conservation program was or will be fully reimbursed. Further, no portion of the proposed
wetland bank area is currently enrolled in a public conservation program. ("Public conservation program" includes the Federal
Conservation Reserve Program (CRP), the Federal Wetland Reserve Program (WRP), the Reinvest in Minnesota (RIM) Program, the
Federal or State of Minnesota Water Bank programs, or other similar conservation programs.)
13. That the proposed wetland bank area was not previously restored using private funds other than those of the landowner, unless the
funds are paid back with interest to the individual or organization that funded the restoration and the individual or organization
notifies the local government unit in writing that the restored wetland may be considered for replacement.
14. I understand that the said easement to be conveyed to the State requires that I or my successors will be responsible for establishing
and maintaining the wetlands and plant communities identified in the Wetland Bank Plan Application.
15. I accept and agree to comply with the monitoring conditions identified in Appendix 4 of this Wetland Banking Application document
and as defined in Minnesota Rules Chapter 8420.0600 to 8420.0630.
16. I am aware of and agree to pay to the BWSR all fees assessed for managing wetland bank accounts and transactions, as defined in
Minnesota Statutes 103G.2242, Subd. 14 and Minnesota Rules Chapter 8420.0720, Subp. 13.
17. I understand that the State or local government units, and the officers, employees, and agents thereof, make no warranty or
representation as to the value of wetland banking credits.
18. I understand that the use of wetland banking credits is subject to compliance with regulatory requirements, including but not limited
to the requirement that the user of credits must obtain approval from the Local Governmental Unit (LGU) for a replacement plan or
other regulatory approval that designates the use of the credits as the means of replacement or mitigation.
I hereby accept the conditions and affirm that this application and affidavit are correct and truthful to the best of my knowledge.
(please provide in writing and attach as necessary any further explanation or clarification regarding any of the above items)
Signature of Laidowner/Applicant: Date:
NOTE: The landowner of the proposed wetland bank property must sign this block. Anyone other than the landowner signing the block must
have power of attorney for the landowner (include copy of power of attorney).
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WETLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
Table of Contents
Contact Summary
Part B: Wetland Bank Plan Supplement - Applicant's Affidavit
Table of Contents ....................................................................................................................1
Appendix 1: Design and Construction Plan Requirements ..........................................................2
1. Definition of Existing Conditions ....................................................................................2
2. Design Report .............................................................................................................. 2
3. Construction Plans and Specifications ............................................................................3
4. Construction Inspection and Certification Plan ...............................................................3
Appendix 2: Vegetation Establishment and Management Plan Requirements ..............................4
1. Site Preparation ...........................................................................................................4
2. Seed Mixes and Plan Materials ......................................................................................4
3. Seeding/Planting Zone Map ..........................................................................................5
4. Seeding Planting Methods ............................................................................................5
5. Vegetation Maintenance ...............................................................................................6
6. Schedule of Activities ...................................................................................................8
Appendix 3: Summary of Existing Wetland and Credits Expected ...............................................9
1. Wetland Delineation .....................................................................................................9
2. Existing Wetland Map ..................................................................................................9
3. Wetland Credit Areas ...................................................................................................9
4. Summary Table ...........................................................................................................9
Appendix 4: Monitoring Plan Requirements .............................................................................10
Summary of Attachments ......................................................................................................11
Attachment A: Figures
Figure 1- County Soil Survey
Figure 2 - Existing Wetland Map
Figure 3 - Wetland Credit Areas
Figure 4 - Seeding and Restoration Plan
Attachment B: Plans
Constructions Plans
Construction Specs
Attachment C: Reports and Documentation
Wetland Delineation Report
WETLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
Part B - Wetland Bank Plan Supplement
APPENDIX 1: DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION PLAN REQUIREMENTS
1. DEFINITION OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
a) The location of the proposed bank site is provided on Plan Sheet G1.01 (see Attachment
B: Construction Plans). Existing and proposed contours are shown on Plan Sheet C3.01
(see Attachment B: Construction Plans).
b) The site Is ultimately drained by a culvert that is located at the southern end of the
existing wetland, south of the project site. However, there are no existing inlets or
outlets in the wetland creation area. Locations of the outlets and existing elevations are
shown on Figure 2 (see Attachment A: Figure 2).
c) There are currently no easements within the proposed wetland bank area. See
Attachment C: Ownership and Easement Documentation.
d) The current land-use adjacent to the bank site and watershed Is residential.
e) The soils map is included as Figure 1(see Attachment A: Figure 1).
2. DESIGN REPORT
a) Detailed Description of Proposed Work
The wetland Is currently an upland basin that is vegetated with a mix of native and non-
native species. The proposed project will create a Type 2/3 wetland basin. Creation of the
wetland involves construction of a 3-foot high berm and control structure to impound 2-feet
of water. An outlet structure will be placed in the berm with an OE of 897. Wetland is
expected to form up to the 898 elevation. Additional areas of wetland will be created by
excavation to expand the area saturated by the berm and create additional Type 2 wetland
areas (See Sheet C3.01 and Figure 3). Hydrology that was historically diverted by storm
sewer will be routed back to the area with proposed storm sewer and pretreated by a new
storm pond. Upland areas that are disturbed with grading will be seeded with native prairie
seed mix. Upland and wetland areas that will not be disturbed by grading will be managed
by herbicide application and manual removal of invasive species. The design Is shown on
Plan Sheets C3.01 and C2.01 (see Attachment B: Construction Plans).
b) Capabilities of the Site to Produce and Maintain Wetlands
The project will create wetland within soil that Is suitable to develop wetland hydrology. The
soil survey indicates 454E Mahtomedi loamy sand and 344 Quam slit laom (see Attachment
A: Figure 1). Field Investigation that involved completing borings indicated the soil textures
were found to be silt loam to a depth of 2 to 3 feet followed by silty clay loam to a depth of 5
to 9 feet followed by sandy clay loam. These soil textures are favorable for ponding of
water.
Watershed areas are adequate for the proposed wetland and types as shown in the Table
below.
Site ID Type (Circular 39) Drainage Acres Watershed to Wetland Ratio
1 1 2/3 12 7.5:1
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c) Subsurface Investigation
There was no subsurface investigation completed for this site. A field investigation that
involved completing borings indicated the soil textures were found to be silt, loam to a
depth of 2 to 3 feet followed by silty clay loam to a depth of 5 to 9 feet followed by
sandy clay loam. These soil textures are favorable for ponding of water.
d) Hydrologic Analyses
I. The wetland bank site was evaluated using HydroCAD software. The drainage area to
the wetland was delineated using county two-foot contours as well as City storm sewer
basemaps. To provide adequate hydrology to the wetland, a pipe that previously drained
north from Wescott Road will be diverted south into the wetland. Pre-treatment for this
runoff is provided by a treatment pond. A total of 12 acres drain to the wetland,
primarily single-family residential property. The wetland was analyzed using the SCS
runoff method, with a composite CN of 84. The wetland was modeled with a CN of 85.
The table below shows the peak flows, water surface elevations, and wetland storage
volumes for the 2, 10, 25, and 100-year Type II 24-hour runoff events.
Event Peak
Outflow
cfs Water
Surface
Elevation Storage volume
above the OE (ac-ft)
2-year (2.8") 3.0 897.5 1.30
10-year(4.2") 4.5 897.9 1.93
25-yea 4.8" 4.8 898.1 2.24
100- ear(6.0" 5.3 898.5 2.89
ii. The existing wetland drains overland to the south to the adjacent wetland
downstream. The enhanced bank site discharges along the same route through a 12"•
outlet pipe. The pipe has a weir outlet structure on the upstream end in order to lower
the pipe and provide adequate cover. The enhanced wetland is separated from the
downstream wetland by a berm constructed wide enough to accommodate a trail.
M. This wetland is the most upstream water body in its watershed, so there are no
upstream impacts. Storm sewer modifications that route additional area into the wetland
add about 5 acres of drainage area, which is diverted away from a pond to the north that
still has an adequate drainage area. Downstream impacts are negligible because the
new wetland outlet provides greater rate control than the previous overland outlet did.
e) Estimate of Costs - To Be Determined
3. CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
Information pertaining to Items a) through d) Is found in Attachment B: Construction
Plans and Attachment B: Construction Specs.
4. CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION AND CERTIFICATION PLAN
A P.E. or EIT will provide overall construction observation for this project. The categories
for the P.E. or EIr involvement include: berm, construction, outlet Installations, and
grading and all associated work. A, MN WDC & MnDOT Certified Landscape Specialist
will be involved in reviewing the seeding and maintenance work. An inspector would be
on-site at least 1 hour each day that construction activity is taking place on this project.
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WETLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
APPENDIX 2: VEGETATION ESTABLISHME
REOUIREMENTS
1. SITE PREPARATION
This project site is divided into different zones depicted In the Seeding and Restoration Plan (see
Attachment A, Figure 4). Each of these zones represents different site preparation method and
they are depicted on the map with unique hatch patterns.
Zone 1 is existing old field within the proposed wetland area that will not be disturbed by
grading. Site preparation for Zone 1 includes treating this area with an aquatic labeled non-
specific, contact herbicide such as Roundup In spring of 2009 or as soon thereafter the grading is
complete during the growing season. Following brown up, these areas will be burned or mowed
to reduce or remove thatch prior to seeding.
Zones 2 and 4 are proposed wetland and upland areas, respectively, that will have soil
disturbance due to grading and will require minimal site preparation to prepare the seed bed.
Zone 5 is existing old field within the proposed buffer area that will not be disturbed by grading.
Methods used for Zone 5 will be prepared similar to those methods used for Zone 1. An
appropriate non-specific, contact herbicide such as Roundup will be applied to these areas In the
spring of 2009 or as soon thereafter the grading is complete during the growing season. These
areas will be allowed to brown up and then burned or mowed to reduce or remove the thatch
prior to seeding.
Zones 3 and 5 have an adequate native community of trees and shrubs and as a result they are
not anticipated to be seeded. These areas will be managed to reduce the amount of invasive
species including removal of Invasive brush (e.g. European buckthorn and Tartarlan honeysuckle)
and invasive herbaceous species such as reed canary grass and Canada thistle.
Areas accessible with larger equipment will be seeded with a Truax no-till drill. Areas with
wet/saturated soils will be (machine) broadcast seeded and cultipacked as appropriate.
Cuitipacking of the area after seeding will help to ensure good seed to soil contact.
2. SEED MIXES AND PLANT MATERIALS
This project anticipates utilizing BWSR mixes for wetland areas and the upland buffer zones
(species lists following page). Wetland zones (1 & 2) will be seeded with a BWSR Mixture W2
(Native Sedge/Wet Meadow) seed mix at 8 PLS Ibs/acre (12 PLS lbs/ac. if broadcast). The
upland zones (4 & 5) will be seeded with a BWSR Mixture U5 (Native SE MN Tall-grass Prairie)
drill seeded at 15 PLS lbs/acre (22.5 PLS lbs/ac. If broadcast). Invasive species removal Is
anticipated for Zones 3 and 5 including the removal of European buckthorn and Tartarian
honeysuckle. Invasive herbaceous vegetation will be managed by spot herbicide treatment and
mowing.
These mixes are well suited for the plant community zones shown In the Seeding and Restoration
Plan Figure (see Attachment A: Figure 4) and will represent native species typically present in
this area. These seed mixes also ensure a diverse mix of grasses, forts, and other species to
increase the likelihood of successful establishment. Seed will be purchased through a reputable
seed dealer specializing In Minnesota native seed. We will work with the native seed vendor and
restoration contractor to purchase seed that is of closest to the origin of the project location,
preferably within 50 to 100 miles from the project location, with appropriate preference given to
source-identified (Yellow Tag) native seed.
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Figure 4 in Attachment A depicts the different zones found throughout the project area. These
zones are broken out into different habitat types, seeding zones, and/or management methods.
Each zone has a unique hatch pattern that allows them to be easily recognized on the map.
4. SEEDING/PLANTING METHODS
Wetland zones (1 & 2) will be planted to BWSR Mixtures W2 Native Sedge/Wet Meadow. Upland
zones (4 & 5) depicted in Attachment A, Figure 4 will be seeded with BWSR Mixture U5 (SE MN
Mesic Tall-grass Prairie) seed mix.
The areas will be prepared for seeding as discussed above and will be seeded using a Truax type
native seed drill and/or broadcast seeder. The broadcast spreader allows even coverage
throughout the project area and also allows the small wetland seed to be dispersed on top of the
soil. If the soils allow for a Truax native seed drill to be used to install the wetland seed, tubes
shall be pulled from the small seed box. Removing the seed tubes from the small seed box
allows the seed to be dispersed on top of the soil to increase the chance for the seed to
germinate. Using a Truax drill to install the wetland seed allows you to reduce the amount of
seed put down therefore reducing seed costs. Seeding of the site is anticipated to occur between
the dates of April 1 through September 10 to ensure the seeds have ample time to germinate
and establish during the growing season.
As weather permits, the site may also be seeded in the fall after November 1 or once the soil
temperature falls below 50F to ensure a dormant seeding. The seeding shall occur within two
days after final site preparation or as soon thereafter as weather permits. The areas will be
cultipacked immediately after seeding to ensure good seed to soil contact.
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Table 1: Vegetation Establishment and Management Plan Summa
Planting
Zones Acres Seed/Plant Mix Seeding/Planting Method Seed/Plant Rate
(PLS seeds/sf)
1 0.56 BWSR W2 Broadcast/Drill 200
2 0.45 BWSR W2 Broadcast/Drill 200
3 0.40 Invasive Species
Contra Removal -- --
4 0.34 BWSR U5 Drill 50
5 0.34 BWSR U5 Drill 50
6 0.92 Invasive Species
Removal -- Control/
5. VEGETATION MAINTENANCE
Maintenance of the site will include a combination of mowing and spot spraying of herbicide
throughout the first few years to help In the establishment of native vegetation. Backpack
sprayers will be used to spot treat invasive species and a glyphosate (or other appropriate
problem-specific herbicide) will be used to treat invasive species within the project area.
Roundup or equivalent will be used on the upland areas and an approved aquatic glyphosate
herbicide such as Rodeo or equivalent will be used in the wetland areas. Invasive brush (I.e.
European buckthorn and Tartarian honeysuckle) will be cut within six Inches of the ground and
the stump will be treated with an appropriate herbicide (e.g. glyphosate, picloram, or equivalent)
within 10 minutes after cutting. All buckthorn and honeysuckle greater than 0.5" diameter shall
be cut and treated. Cut stems shall be allowed to fall where cut, and then decompose on the
ground over time. Anticipated timing of these efforts shall occur from winter 2009 to winter
2010 when temperatures are above 25F to ensure herbicide uptake Into the roots. Figure 4 in
Attachment A includes areas on invasive brush found throughout the project area.
Reed canary grass was present at the site prior to initiation of banking activities. For wetland
fringe areas, we will consider the use of a grass-specific herbicide (such as Poast) integrated with
special seeding approaches to enable active management of this problem nonnative grass across
the site. Reed canary grass may be treated In early fall with an aquatic formulation of glyphosate
(Rodeo) and treated with a grass-specific herbicide (Poast) In mid-June (while grass Is "in boot")
to facilitate long-term control.
Following initial grow-in of native vegetation, as plant fuel loads reach appropriate levels,
prescribed burning will be considered for the site as a means of maintaining or Improving the
vigor of native plants at the site as well as a tool to manage Invasive species in an Integrated
manner. The following activities will be performed to help ensure the successful establishment of
desirable vegetation.
Year 1- Mowing of cover crops or annual weeds to a height of 6-10 Inches throughout the site
as needed, in combination with spot mowing and spot spraying of noxious weeds during the
growing season. Cutting/treating invasive brush within the upland buffer.
Year 2 - Spot mowing and spot spraying of nonnative, Invasive and nondesireable species shall
occur as necessary.
Year 3 - A combination of spot mowing and spot spraying shall occur depending on weed
pressure.
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Year 4 - The site should be relatively weed free. Spot mowing and spot spraying may occur if
nonnative species still occur. A prescribed burn of the upland prairie may be beneficial
depending on the City of Eagan's approval.
Year 5 - Burning of the upland prairie with the approval of the City, DNR and other appropriate
authorities.
Inspection Plan:
Inspections are anticipated to be conducted a minimum of 4 times per year. These inspections
are meant to detect factors that may have a negative impact on the establishment of the native
vegetation. Corrective actions shall be taken to control negative influences that may deter the
establishment of native vegetation to the wetland area. Any additional corrective actions taken
will be summarized in the annual report.
This inspection schedule should be followed to ensure the establishment of the wetland area In
question. The project should be inspected immediately after every major rain event until the
cover crop is established. The project should be inspected in the late winter before snow melt,
the early spring after snowmelt, late summer during vegetation assessment, and late fall before
freeze-up.
Items to be Monitored/Ins
Year 1 Performance Standards - This section applies to the first full growing season after
wetland and upland establishment. For fall plantings it is the following growing season and for
spring plantings It is the current growing season. Cover species (for uplands) should be present
over the entire site by the end of the growing season. Example species are oats, winter wheat,
ReGreen (slender wheat grass x winter wheat hybrid), and annual rye grass. Refer to the seed
mixes installed for which species to look for. Invasive brush shall be cut/treated within the
upland buffer area.
Wetland Vegetation - Seedlings of at least 3 early successional native sedges, rushes, and/or
grasses should be evident and at a minimum widely dispersed through the seeded area. Refer to
the seed mixes installed for specific species to anticipate seeing. The American slough grass and
fowl bluegrass are used in fairly high rates and are normally present and recognizable by the end
of the first growing season. If planted the previous fall, these two species may dominate the site
in the first growing season. Also keep In mind that some of the forb species may not germinate
the first year if seeded in late June.
Upland Vegetation - Seedlings of at least 3 native grasses and 3 native forbs should be evident
and at a minimum widely dispersed through the seeded area. Refer to the seed mixes installed
to determine which species to look for. Some species will be present as seedlings and probable
wont flower the first year except partridge pea and black eyed susan's. Grass seedlings may be
hard to pick out if the cover crops have put on a lot of growth. They will normally be 2-6 inches
tall whereas the cover crops will be 1-2 feet tall.
Year 2 Performance Standards - This section refers to the second full growing season of
wetland and upland establishment. The site should have 50% cover of native grasses/sedges or
native forbs. The site should contain 70% of the middle succesional species contained in the
specified mixes. There should be no more than 10% cover of exotic, non-native invasive
vegetation. Invasive brush within the buffer area that was cut and treated with herbicide should
not be resprouting.
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Wetland Vegetation - Under saturated soil conditions the wetland vegetation may transition from
being dominated by American slough grass and fowl bluegrass to being dominated by green
bulrush, common fox sedge, and soft-stem bulrush. Sites that are a little drier may show
dominance by grasses in addition to American slough grass, examples are giant manna grass,
Virginia wild-rye, and fringed brome. Forbs found In Year 1 may bloom in the 2!1d year.
Upland Vegetation - Prairie sites will generally be dominated by cool-season native grasses such
as wild-ryes and wheat-grasses. Warm-season grasses will be present but may still be small In
stature and scattered throughout the site. Most of the forbs from Year 1 will bloom in Year 2.
Years 3 to 5 Performance Standards - This section refers to years 3 through 5 after wetland
and upland establishment. The site should contain 50% of all species contained in the specified
seed mixes. There should be no more than 10% cover of exotic, non-native invasive vegetation.
Note that some species may not be visibly established in the first 5 years.
Wetland Vegetation - A number of wetland species take several years to establish (visibly) from
seed. Examples include bur-reed, lake sedge, hummock sedge, blue joint grass, biazingstars,
and blue-flag Iris. This is probably because they either require more than one winter of
cold/moist treatment to break dormancy or they have exceptionally thick seed coats that take
several years to break down before germination can occur.
Upland Vegetation - Years 3 and 4 are transitional years for prairie plantings. There is almost
always a visible transition from cool-season grasses to warm-season grasses. By year five,
prairie plantings should be dominated by warm-season grasses and late successional forbs. Cool-
season grasses will be nearly gone from a site.
6. SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES
The initial herbicide treatment shall occur at the earliest opportunity in the fall of 2009 to treat
existing nonnative species (including reed canary grass). The treated vegetation may be burned
and/or mowed, as conditions warrant to prepare the site for drill and/or broadcast seeding. A
second herbicide application may occur once the area "greens up" prior to seeding (site
preparation is arguably the most important aspect of native plant restoration - we will seek to
have adequate control of existing, problem vegetation prior to seeding natives. This will ensure
long-term success and reduced overall grow-in maintenance cost).
Graded areas will be prepared for seeding by the grading contractor and harrowed to create a
firm smooth seed bed. Seeding is anticipated to occur from spring 2009 through fall of 2009, as
appropriate and sequenced with grading and vegetation management activities.
Broadcast seeded areas are anticipated to be cuitipacked after seeding to ensure good seed to
soil contact. Portions of the site that are sensitive to erosion (e.g. graded areas) will be mulched
and disc anchored or have erosion control blanket installed within one week after seeding is
complete. Maintenance of the site will occur on an as needed basis and is described above.
References
Jacobson, Robert L., 2005, Guidelines for Restoring & Managing Native Wetland
Vegetation, Minnesota Department of Transportation in cooperation with the Minnesota Board of
Water and Soil Resources
Mn/DOT, 2003, 2003 Seeding Manual, Office of Environmental Services Erosion
Control Unit
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WETLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
APPENDIX SUMMARY WETLAND EXPECTED
1. WETLAND DELINEATION
A wetland delineation was prepared as part of the developmental submittal. Information
pertaining to Items a) through c) is found in Attachment C: Wetland Delineation Report.
2. EXISTING WETLAND MAP
Existing wetland map is included in Attachment A: Figure 2.
3. WETLAND CREDIT AREAS
Wetland credit areas are Included in Attachment A: Figure 3.
4. SUMMARY TABLE
Tabl
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Credit Sub- Credit Type Credit Wetland Wetland Plant Action Eligible for Credit
Group (NWC or Areas Type Community Type
PVC) (Acres)
A NWC 0.22 2 Fresh (Wet) Wetland Creation
Meadow
B NWC 1.38 3 Shallow Marsh Wetland Creation
C PVC 1.60 U Upland Upland buffer credit
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WETLAND BANK APPLICATION - PART B
APPENDIX 4: MONITORING PLAN REQUIREMENTS
1. MONITROING REQUIREMENTS
Monitoring shall be done on an annual basis and shall continue for a period of five (5)
years after deposit, or until the TEP concludes that the banked wetland area is fully
functional. The LGU may, by written notification, extend the annual monitoring period up
to an additional five (5) years. Annual monitoring reports shall be submitted to the LGU
and BWSR by December 31 of each year.
2. MONITORING PLAN
Goals and Objectives
The goals are to establish wetland vegetation in an area previously upland (Zones 1 & 2)
and manage current Invasive wetland species in Zone 3 (See Appendix A: Figure 4).
Existing upland areas within the site will be converted to native vegetation as part of the
buffer establishment by seeding in disturbed areas (Zones 4 & 5) and managing invasive
species in Zones 3 & 6. The goal of the site Is to have 15 native species or more present
and Invasive species to be 20% or less within the wetlands and buffers.
A site visit will be conducted once a year to monitor the establishment of vegetation in
the wetland and buffer areas. Additionally, to verify hydrology in the wetland area the
areal coverage and approximate depth of surface water will be recorded.
Monitoring will be done annually until the Technical Evaluation Panel (TEP) concludes
that the banked wetland area is fully functional.
3. ANNUAL MONITORING REPORT
The annual monitoring report will include the following:
• A description of the project location, size, current wetland type (Cowardian Classification)
and desired wetland type.
• A comparison of the as-built specifications versus the design specifications (first annual
report only) and a rationale for significant changes.
• Hydrology will be monitored by visual observation.of the surface made one time during
the period April through October.
• A map of the plant communities within the boundaries of the banking site, including
hydrologic indicators observed.
• A description of actual wetland and upland management activities completed during the
past year and activities planned for the upcoming year.
• Color photographs of the project area taken anytime during the period June through
August, referenced to the fixed photo-reference points identified on the wetland
replacement plan.
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ATTACHMENTS
ATTACHMENT A - FIGURES
Figure 1: County Soil Survey
Figure 2: Existing Wetland and Drainage Map
Figure 3: Wetland Credit Areas
Figure 4: Seeding and Restoration Plan
ATTACHEMENT B - PLANS
Construction Plans
Construction Specs
ATTACHEMENT C - REPORTS
Wetland Delineation Report
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Wandering Walk Park Wetland Bank "¦? Bonestroo 49.08147
ATTACHMENT A
FIGURES
Figure 1: County Soil Survey
Figure 2: Existing Wetland and Drainage Map
Figure 3: Wetland Credit Areas
• Figure 4: Seeding and Restoration Plan
City of Eagan.
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GARY HANSEN . . . . . . . . . COUNCILMEMBER
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ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
EAGAN. MINNESOTA
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OFJANUARY I5, 2009
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on January 15, 2009 with the
following Commission Members present: Thor Anderson, Jennifer Dahlquist, Bruce Goff, Laurie Halverson, Duane Hansen
Dorothy Peterson, and Ryan Zipf. Member Belfiori was not present. Staff included Director Juli Johnson; and Sonya Rippe,
Facilities Manager.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Member Zipf moved, Member Halverson seconded, with all members present voting in favor to approve the agenda
as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 17, 2004
Member Dahlquist pointed out that she was in attendance for the November 17, 2008 commission meeting and
wanted the minutes to reflect that. Member Zipf moved, Member Halverson seconded, with all present members voting in
favor to approve the minutes of November 17, 2008 as amended.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
DIRECTOR'SSDEPARTMENT UPDATE
Director Johnson stated that the Parks & Rec Department is currently taking applications for summer positions at
Cascade Bay and encouraged applicants to forward their applications to the Parks & Rec Department. Applications for other
summer positions will not be accepted for another 6-8 weeks. Director Johnson stated that the Civic Arena has received a
letter from the League of Minnesota Cities, stating that the insurance company wanted the arena to halt certain activities in
the common area outside the rinks because of safety issues. These activities included stick handling and running up and
down the stairs - activities common to pre-game warm-ups and training. Director Johnson stated the arena would no longer
allow these activities and is setting up other areas to accommodate dry.land training. Director Johnson encouraged the
hockey associations to work with Mark Vaughan. Director Johnson stated that the library is now back occupying their
building. She stated that it was a great partnership bringing a lot of the public into the arena space while they occupied the
mezzanine level. Director Johnson stated that the space is now open and ready to be used for rentals. Chair Peterson
inquired whether there have been requests for rentals and Director Johnson replied that the carpet has been installed and the
space has been rented for several upcoming events. Member Zipf stated that he had gone to the tubing hill and ice skating
rinks recently and it was nice to see people getting out and enjoying the parks.
CONSENTAGENDA
Chair Peterson stated that there were two items for APrC review on the Consent Agenda. Chair Peterson moved,
Member Zipf seconded with everyone present voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council:
A. Rusten Norvin Oaks
1. This development shall be responsible for a cash Parks dedication applied to the newly created residential
lot.
2. This development shall be responsible for a cash Trails dedication applied to the newly created residential
lot.
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January 15, 2009
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3. This development shall be responsible for an individual lot tree preservation plan a the time of building
permit application for the newly created residential lot.
4. A cash dedication in lieu of on-site water quality ponding shall be required for this development, consistent
with City policies and City Code §4.33.
5. Prior to application for final subdivision approval, the applicant shall have the wetland delineated and
assessed by a Certified Wetland Delineator, according to City Code § 11.67.
B. MVTA Cedar Grove Park and Ride
1. Due to the public aspects of this development, it shall not be subject to a Parks or Trails dedication
2. To require that the applicant fulfill tree mitigation conditions through the installation of one hundred
twenty-one (121) Category B trees.
The applicant shall protect preserved significant trees through the placement of required Tree Protective
measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene laminate safety netting), to 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 on-site.
The applicant shall 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.
A stormwater treatment pond shall be constructed in conformance with City Code §4.33.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
There were no Development Proposals for the Commission to review.
OLD BUSINESS
There were no Old Business items for the Commission to review.
NEW BUSINESS
There were no New Business items for the Commission to review.
OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS
Facilities Manager Rippe presented a brief Power Point overview of the 2008 calendar year. She covered spring,
fall and winter adult sport, as well as the summer golf and athletic fields concessions operations. She noted that the weather
has hampered some of the winter outdoor activities and the tubing hill and rinks have been closed on several occasions due to
temperature and wind chills. She also shared attendance statistics for Class A and Class B sites as well as for pavilion and
shelter rentals which showed good attendance at those facilities.
Manager Rippe continued with the Youth Fast Pitch Association's national tournament at Lexington/Diffley ball
fields. The City also hosted the sectionals for the Eagan High School at Lexington/Diffley ball fields. Chair Peterson
questioned if provisions had to be made for the fast pitch events and Manager Rippe replied that the association provides
their own portable fences. Rippe concluded that due to budget cuts the open clerical position was eliminated, two Class B
rinks were no longer staffed and the concession trailer at Lexington/Diffley was discontinued. Chair Peterson asked Manager
Rippe what activity she has observed that participants enjoy the most; to which she replied, wiffleball.
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January 15, 2009
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COMMUNICATIONS
Chair Peterson noted there were two items in the packet. Director Johnson offered kudos to the ECC staff for the
continuing programs at the fitness center noting that even in these tough economic times, attendance has been consistent.
Director Johnson mentioned a letter regarding the Start Smart preschool program. Chair Peterson asked if it was a new
program and Director Johnson stated it had been available for several years.
ROUND TABLE
Chair Peterson mentioned an article she read in the newspaper several months prior regarding the lead in the air near
Gopher Resources and asked if staff could investigate the matter since Thresher Fields are in close proximity. Director
Johnson stated she would look into the matter.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to conduct, Member Zipf moved, Member Dahlquist seconded, with all members voting in
favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:15 p.m.
Secretary
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