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06/07/1990 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION DATE: JUNE 5, 1990 RE: ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING OF JUNE 7, 1990 TOUR Again this month, we will precede the meeting with a tour of park facilities beginning at 6:30 P.M. The tour will take us to Thomas Lake Park, and the new trails construction; past Carnelian Park for a windshield- review; on to Blackhawk and Kettle Parks. CONSENT/DEVELOPMENT There is only one item on the consent agenda, and two development proposals. Separate memorandums have been prepared on these items and the planning packet is included for your review. OLD BUSINESS The first item under "Old Business" is the discussion of youth serving on the sub- committee of the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission. The Commission previously determined that a youth position on the Commission itself would not be requested from the Council. Staff has suggested through a report that the Commission consider approaching the Council for permission to have one student from each of the three school districts serve as Ad Hoc members on committees. ITEM TWO AND ITEM THREE This is an update on the issues of utility construction through Lakeside Park. It appears that over the objections of staff concerning the sanitary sewer alignment modifications have been made. This is a status report on the landscaping ordinance that has gone before the Planning Commission, and is being recommended for approval to the City Council. The final item is on the Water Quality Plan and the implementation of its elements. This will be a verbal report by department staff. Staff is currently preparing a memorandum for the City Council for their review on the 19th, which will formalize the implementation plan, as well as staffing recommendations. 1. ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING JUNE 5, 1990 NEW BUSINESS John VonDeLinde has prepared a memo regarding the classification of Bald Lake. Currently, the lake has been identified as a Class 1 Lake. With the new residential development proposed adjacent to the Lake - Oaks of Bridgewater - a request for review of that classification to a Class 2 indirect contact has been made. The developer is expected to be present to introduce the arguments for this Class 3 Lake. Jennifer Peterson, Parks & Recreation Intern, will present a Trails Survey Report. You will recall that members met Jennifer at an earlier Advisory Commission meeting. As part of Jennifer's internship, she has been required to form ' a trail use survey on County Roads. Her memorandum and survey information are included in the packet. She will be present to make a brief presentation regarding this survey and respond to Commission questions. PARKS DEVELOPMENT Landscape Architect, Steve Sullivan, will briefly review the status of our various park development projects, as well as comment on up-coming activities. OTHER ITEMS AND REPORTS There are several items under this category, including the Department Happenings and an update on the Olympic Torch Run. If members are unable to attend either the Commission meeting or tour, they are asked to contact the department staff. Respectfully submitted, Ken Vraa Director of Parks & Recreation KV/bls 2. AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN,MINNESOTA Thursday, June 7, 1990 6:30 P.M. Eagan Municipal Center A. 6:30 P.M. Tour Blackhawk, Carnelian, Kettle and Thomas Lake Parks B. 7:30 P.M. Regular Meeting - Eagan Municipal Center C. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance D. Approval of Agenda E. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of May 3, 1990 G. Consent Agenda (1) Waiver of Plat - Jane and Sam Rockwood H. Development Proposals (1) The Woodlands North - Robert Engstrom Companies (2) Oaks of Bridgewater - Sienna Corporation 1. Old Business (1) Youth Recreation Sub-Committee Position on Commission (2) Autumn Ridge Utilities/Lakeside Park (3) Landscape Plan (4) Water Quality Plan - Commission Involvement J. New Business (1) Bald Lake (2) Trails Survey Results (3) Appointment to Ice Arena Task Force K. Parks Development L. Other Business and Reports (1) Department Happenings (2) Olympic Torch Run Subject to approval MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA MAY 3, 1990 A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at 7:30 P.M. on Thursday,May 3, 1990 with the following Commission Members present: Ted Billy, Jack Johnson, Dick Carroll, John Griggs and Shawn Hunter. Staff present included Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation; Dorothy Peterson, Recreation Supervisor II; John VonDeLinde, Parks Superintendent; Steve Sullivan, Landscape Architect/Parks Planner; Jennifer Peterson, Recreation Intern; Cherryl Mesko, Secretary. Commission Members not present included George Kubik and Michele Swanson. APPRECIATION PRESENTATION TO FIRST BANK EAGAN John VonDeLinde introduced Eric Iversen from First Bank Eagan who has been instrumental in making Eagan's Arbor Day celebration as successful as it has been over the last two years. Mr. Iversen approached the city in the fall of 1988 hoping to work on a project jointly to achieve community unity. The Arbor Day celebration was selected for this purpose. Over the last two years First Bank Eagan has contributed a substantial amount of money to help expand the celebration. One of Mr. Iversen's ideas included going into the elementary schools to talk to children and also to initiate a poster contest which has been very successful. John continued that he wanted to thank Eric personally for all his efforts and help with this celebration and looks forward to a long working relationship with First Bank Eagan. Dick Carroll and John VonDeLinde, on behalf of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission, presented Mr. Iversen with a plaque expressing appreciation for all the work in promoting Arbor Month in Eagan. Mr. Iversen thanked the Commission and noted that it has been a pleasure working with a staff as talented as Ken, John and Tom. He further stated that Eagan is such a beautiful community that the preservation of trees will only enhance the investment residents have made. He looks forward to continuing this joint partnership. AGENDA Ken Vraa asked to have "General Update" added under Other Business and Reports. Shawn Hunter moved, John Griggs seconded with all members voting in. favor to accept the agenda as amended. ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3,1990 MEETING PAGE 2 MINUTES FROM APRIL 3, 1990 Page 8, Paragraph 4, last sentence should read, "Further, John Griggs added that if an outdoor pool proposal would prove to have community support then tax increment financing should be considered for it's construction." Dick Carroll moved, Jack Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the minutes as amended. CONSENT AGENDA Dick Carroll moved, Jack Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council. SOUTHERN LAKES ADDITION - SOUTHERN LAKES PARTNERSHIP. That this proposal be subject to a cash parkland dedication. That this proposal be subject to a cash trail dedication. SHERWOOD DOWNS ADDITION Steve Sullivan explained that applications have been submitted requesting a Comprehensive Guide Plan and Planned Development Amendment of 19.6 acres from R- 3 to R-1 within the Blackhawk Planned Development. This site is located along the west side of Pilot Knob Road and the north side of Deerwood Drive. After further discussion, John Griggs moved, Shawn Hunter seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following recommendations: 1. That Lots 5-13 and 18-28, Block 1, Sherwood Addition be responsible for a cash parks dedication. 2. That the entire proposal be responsible for a cash trailway dedication. FEES AND CHARGES - ATHLETIC FACILITIES Dorothy Peterson reminded the Commission that at the April meeting they had directed staff to provide a Philosophy Statement, categories of users and a proposed fees and charges schedule for athletic facilities for the Commission to react to. Dorothy explained that the Philosophy Statement reflects the department's practice over the past years. l0 ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 3 Jack Johnson asked to have the last sentence in the Philosophy Statement changed to read, ".....assessment of user fees is appropriate..." . Dick Carroll commented that the statement was very well done and accurately represents the direction this issue should be taking. After further discussion Dick Carroll moved, Jack Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the Philosophy Statement of Fees and Charges for the Use of Athletic Fields. Dorothy continued by explaining the categories of facilities and the differences between them. The facilities ranged from Class A through Class C. Categories of users were then described with questions arising regarding who should be given priority use and did the Commission want to consider separating public and private users. Ted Billy asked if the classification was addressed in priority order and if so, did that cause a problem in providing facilities to all users. Dorothy explained that by the time the first three or four priorities are addressed that leaves almost no facilities for the balance of the prioritized users. John Griggs asked if there was a dollar amount identified required to maintain park facilities on a yearly basis. He stated the Commission would be interested in knowing what percentage of recovery could be expected. Ken Vraa stated it was difficult to ascertain the total costs and show where the dollars were spent specifically by facility. For example, when a crew is mowing a park with a ballfield it would be difficult to determine what portion of the total cost would be associated with the general park mowing versus the ballfield mowing. Dorothy explained that a new fee structure was added to include corporation requests for tennis leagues on courts, court times for tournaments for church groups etc. With the completion of the 11 courts at Northview Park a great deal of interest has been expressed in reserving this facility. Dick Carroll's question regarding liability insurance for this type of use was answered by Dorothy when she indicated liability insurance in the amount of $600,000 was required naming the city as a additional insured. In reference to the fees charged for tennis courts Ted Billy expressed a concern that because the rates were so reasonable a problem may be created in not being able to provide space for other users. Dorothy explained that her research showed the rate proposed per hour is consistent with other communities and they have been successful in reserving facilities. Dorothy asked the Commission if there were other areas they wanted to consider charging fees for facilities. One example was for travel sports. Jack Johnson asked if other communities assessed fees against travel teams. Dorothy noted that some ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 4 communities charge fees for baseball. Ted Billy stated that if students from our community do not pay fees to play in other communities than they should not be charged fees here. After further discussion, Dick Carroll moved to adopt the outline of fees and charges as shown on pages 25 through 30 in the packet. Shawn Hunter noted that this fee schedule should be reviewed every year to identify any additional needs or problems. Ted Billy seconded the motion with all members voting in favor. LANDSCAPE POLICY Ken Vraa reminded the Commission of the two part project regarding the landscape ordinance and the revisions to the existing code that have been worked on over the past several months. The first part was the updating of existing City Ordinances as they pertain to diseased trees, the notification process for dealing with diseased trees ad the maintenance and care of trees and lawns. This particular section has been reviewed by the Commission previously. The second part, dealing with new subdivisions/private property has been done by the Planning Department and John Voss, Consultant/City Planner. To date drafts of the material prepared by Mr. Voss have been reviewed by the Developers Task Force. Questions arising from the Task Force include contractor's licensing provisions which they felt should be dropped because there were no enforcement policies. Another concern was how the Master Street Plan would work and the provisions for planting new trees in road right-of-ways.. There did not seem to be a specific recommendation for changes in this portion of the ordinance. Mr. Vraa explained that it is not the expectation that the Advisory Commission make formal approval or adoption of the ordinance at this time. Rather, the Commission should identify issues of concern that it has with the ordinances so they can be further refined. Mr. Voss stated that some of the proposed changes in the zoning ordinance included having a landscape plan prepared and signed by a Landscape Architect registered in the state of Minnesota or a certified Nurseryman. Also in the case of an existing building if there is expansion of 10% or greater, than a landscape plan would need to be provided and completed within 3 years. A guarantee of $5,000 would be in existence for one year to insure the landscaping work is completed. A minimum size of plant material will be determined. The minimum requirement for plant materials will be 2-1/2% of the cost of the building. Emphasis would be given to the preservation of woodland. Irrigation systems will be addressed by requiring systems to be installed in R-3,R-4, Commercial Districts, Public facilities and Industrial & R.D. Districts along a public street or adjacent to a residential district. Heavy emphasis will be placed on landscaping and buffers. 8• ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 5 Shawn Hunter expressed concern for requiring a landscape plan to be done by a Registered L.A. Mr. Voss explained that this was decided to establish a professional job will be done when this requirement is made. Steve Sullivan explained that the Developers Task Force was very supportive of this idea. Mr. Voss explained that a landscape plan would affect single family only when replatting is being done. This plan will mainly impact developers who would need to provide a subdivision planting plan for their development. This plan can then tie into a street tree plan (if there is one shown) that impacts the development. Another new issue is the protection of large trees. There will be a provision requiring developers to replace trees that will be removed from the site that cannot be preserved. Dick Carroll expressed some concern for only requiring a $5,000 guarantee for non-completion of work. Mr. Voss explained that there was originally a requirement for one and one-half times the landscape total held as a guarantee. It was felt that $5,000 would be sufficient to cover non-completion based on past experience. John Griggs questioned the 10% or greater expansion of building which would require a landscape plan. He wondered if it was 10% increase in building pad or 10% in square footage of building. Mr. Voss clarified that it was 10% of the square footage. Mr. Vraa stated this was an opportunity for older buildings to be upgraded and to have the landscaping upgraded as well. John VonDeLinde stated that in reference to tree maintenance a proposed addition to the ordinance would require licensing of professional contractors hired to perform tree maintenance services within the City of Eagan. This would not, however, apply to removal of trees. Ken Vraa commented that the Developers Task Force questioned the need for this portion stating that homeowners should be astute enough to check this information on their own. They didn't feel the City should be involved in this issue. Chapter 7 lists the prohibited species of trees to be planted. It further clarifies the standards of planting to establish uniformity in landscaping throughout the, city. Under this chapter the ;master street tree planting issue in brought up which will tie into the proposed ordinance changes. Ken Vraa commented that developers are pressing to have more treescaping in the City and look forward to complying with the requirements the City is establishing. John VonDeLinde noted that there will need to be some time spent looking at existing streets to see where the master plan would occur. John Griggs asked that consideration be given to providing for a mixed species plan rather than a uniform single specie street/boulevard planting plan. 9. ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 6 Chapter 10 provides for the protection and removal of diseased trees under the shade tree disease control and prevention section. It also defines nuisance as well as defines the role and responsibilities of the forester. John VonDeLinde also discussed Section 10.21 which addresses turf grass establishment. Dick Carroll asked if Commission members felt additions or deletions needed to be made in the proposed ordinances. John Griggs stated that the Turf grass Establishment need clarification and enforcement. There is a need to identify who is responsible for this section of the ordinance. An example would be an area where some of the lots are developed and some are not. He feels there should be a provision to cover the impact undeveloped lots have on sold lots that have been sodded or seeded. Mr. Voss explained that erosion control, which is what this issue would involve, is something that Tom Colbert is involved in. With no other questions, Dick Carroll thanked John Voss and staff that have been working on this project for all their time and effort. US WEST CELLULAR LEASE Ken Vraa explained that U.S. West Cellular is interested in leasing ground space from the City at Lexington/Diffley for an equipment building to house cellular radio transmission equipment. U.S. West is hoping to lease the tops of water reservoirs for cellular antennas to facilitate telephone transmissions. The antennas are four to six feet in height and would be at the top of the reservoirs. Transmission equipment to facilitate this service would be housed in a 12' x 30' structure that would need to be adjacent to the tower. This need arises as a result of the expected growth and use of cellular phones, the limitations that each antenna can receive and to ensure adequate coverage between "cells" (a small geographical area with a two to ten mile radius. Each cell's service area is determined by topographic features). U.S. West is seeking preliminary approval from the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission and will then proceed with the City Council, final negotiations for tower and ground leases which have yet to be negotiated. Dick Carroll questioned how close to building wold be to the tower and was told the building would be approximately 10-20 feet from the antenna and would be placed on a concrete pad with pier type footings. The representative from U.S. West stated they were aware of the quality of Eagan's park shelter buildings and want to maintain the aesthetics of the park by keeping their building similar to other park buildings. Their current plan would be to install a pre-fab building and then upgrade the building as required. I0' ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 7 Ted Billy asked how far this building would be to the west property line. Ken Vraa responded that it was approximately 200-300 feet. Dick Carroll commented that the Commission would need the assurance that if approval is given for this building that the issue of aesthetics ad uniformity of park shelter buildings be addressed primarily. It was noted that U.S. West is very open to keeping the building compatible with other park shelter buildings. They have in the past built shells around structures in the past to make them compatible with other building nearby. Ted Billy expressed his concern for placing a structure on a park site that does not have a master plan as yet anticipating that the location of this structure could jeopardize planned use for this area. Mr. Vraa stated that if the building stays in the northwest quadrant of the park with the building close to the antenna it should have very little, if any, impact on the park. John Griggs asked how often the site would be monitored. U.S. West stated that once the system was up. and operational visits would be made approximately 1-2 times per month. Mr. Griggs asked if there would be any hazardous waste on the site. The response was that batteries are in the building but are in a thick gauge steel bin. Mr. Griggs expressed concern for storage of batteries on site and asked that that be a consideration before approving this location for construction of a building. After further discussion, Dick Carroll moved, John Griggs seconded with all, members voting in favor to recommend the suitability of U.S. West locating at the Lexington/Diffley site. OUTDOOR POOL Mr. Vraa stated that the research done by staff resulted in a ball park figure of $1.6-2 million for the construction of a standard size outdoor swimming pool. The cost of a smaller pool runs closer to $1.2-1.6 million. Regarding operational costs, an outdoor pool is more expensive than an indoor one. Ken noted that in his research it was found that the trend is for communities to lean toward leisure pools, i.e. water slides, spray bars, wave pools, etc. Another trend appears to be that in order to have a successful year of operation it is important to have a successful June. Many of the communities surveyed have found it necessary to close earlier in the year do to loss of attendance. Shawn Hunter explained that he was looking for more complete information from staff. Specifically he would like to see a matrix showing type of pool, cost of construction, anticipated revenue, anticipated operating costs, etc. to get a feel for several different options. Ken Vraa explained that this request may be beyond staffs capability for reliability because the figures would be skewed. Shawn then asked if a survey to get 1• ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 8 public input had been completed. He was seeking a relatively informal survey of approximately 200 people to see if there was, in fact, interest in an outdoor pool. Dick Carroll expressed his concern for conducting a survey when there is a group being pulled together to look at the feasibility of a YMCA, which would include a pool, in the city. He was concerned that. those surveyed would be confused about what direction the city was going on this issue. John Griggs suggested that the group of people addressing the YMCA issue could be asked to consider the question regarding indoor/outdoor pool preference as they continue their work on this proposal. He further suggested that an APRC member be appointed to this committee as well. Ken Vraa stated that the establishment of a task force will complete the study on the YMCA by fall. One option is to include an ice arena as part of the project. Additionally both an indoor and outdoor pool are being discussed. The recommendation of the Council will be to have this YMCA task force group cover all aspects of issues raised regarding a proposed YMCA. Ted Billy stated he did not see the urgency in establishing another survey. He felt it would be better to wait to see what this task force group finds out and then feed off that information. Dick Carroll noted that a public hearing will also, be a part of this process at which time more public information will be obtained. Ted suggested giving the YMCA the opportunity of playing out it's scenario and not duplicate efforts. If the results the APRC are looking for are not obtained after the task force has completed their work than it would be appropriate to go back to the public for their input. After further discussion, Ted Billy moved, Dick Carroll seconded to table the outdoor pool issue until the people working on the YMCA study have completed their work. Shawn Hunter added that if there are no results from the group in six months he would like to revisit the issue. John Griggs amended the motion to include sending a recommendation to the YMCA study group to look at the indoor/outdoor pool issue during their discussion/survey process. The vote was four (4) for the motion and one (1) against. The motion, as amended, was passed. AUTUMN RIDGE/LAKESIDE PARK Steve Sullivan brought this issue before the Commission because of the change in alignment of sanitary sewer and the impact it may have on Lakeside Park. Steve explained that staff has been working with both the developer and engineering to remedy this situation so as to have the least amount of impact on Lakeside Park. Steve will keep the Commission updated on this issue. fZ• ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 9 PARKS DEVELOPMENT Steve Sullivan distributed a summary of improvement contracts and the status of each park for the Commission to review. Ted Billy suggested that if there are issues to be addressed regarding a specific park that that park should be included on the park tour prior to the Commission meeting. This would allow Commission members to become more familiar with the issues they will be addressing at the meeting. PARK REGISTRATION Dorothy Peterson explained that Summer in the Park and Playwagon registrations will be handled differently this year. Staff is requiring all registrations to occur at the Eagan Municipal Center so that accurate records can be kept regarding the participants in each program. Parents can either mail in a registration, bring it to the Municipal Center in person during the day or at a special registration set for May 31 from 6-8 PM or deposit a completed registration form in the night drop box. Dick Carroll commented that this would be a positive step in helping with registration but would take some getting used to by Eagan residents. HAPPENINGS Dick Carroll expressed his disappointment in the loss of playground equipment at Trapp Farm Park. He also wanted to compliment the Eagan Lions for their generous contribution to the Eagan Stagedoor Performers.. He also commented on the excellent participation in the Earth Day Walk noting that there were approximately 200 walkers out that day. WATER QUALITY UPDATE John VonDeLinde stated that there was no news from the May 1st Council meeting, that the issue had been tabled until the next Council meeting. He also noted that the draft project work plan is done on Schwanz Lake. Also there will be an article in the next issue of the Eagan News giving tips on how to reduce phosphorous. GENERAL UPDATE Ken Vraa stated that Sandy Masin had been appointed by the Commission as a representative to S.D. 191. Since Sandy no longer serves on the Commission it would be appropriate to find a replacement for this position. Shawn Hunter volunteered to serve in this capacity. Ken also mentioned that the City Council is looking at budget cuts across the board this year and is asking each department to reduce their budget by 1.5%. The Leo Murphy property negotiations are underway and the additional parcel of land sold ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES OF MAY 3, 1990 MEETING PAGE 10 with the Lexington/Diffley site will be closing shortly. The City has received Dakota County trails maps that are currently being distributed. With no further business to conduct, Ted Billy moved, Jack Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 11:10 P.M. SECRETARY DATE MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVAN, PARKS PLANNER/LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT DATE: MAY 30, 1990 RE: CONSENT AGENDA 1. WAIVER OF PLAT - JANE AND SAM ROCKWOOD A Waiver of Plat to divide Lot 2, Block 1 of Rockwood's Woods Addition into two lots located on Lakewood Hills Road north of Cliff Road in the SE 1/4 of Section 26. RECOMMENDATION: The additional lot be subject to a cash parks dedication. The additional lot be subject to a cash trailway dedication. SS/nh /6. MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVAN, PARKS PLANNER/LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT DATE: MAY 28, 1990 RE: WOODLANDS NORTH Proposal Applications have been submitted requesting: A Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment to change the land use designation of approximately 10 acres from D-III to D-I, approximately 8 acres from D-III to D- II and approximately 10 acres from D-I to D-III. Planned Development Amendment from R-4 to R-1 within the Golpher Eagan Planned Development. Rezoning from R-4 and Ag to R-1, R-2, and R-4. Preliminary plat of approximately 57.9 acres. Background The parcel is located west of Elrene Road and south of Kost Road. Approximately 10 acres lie within the Golpher Eagan Planned Development. This PD has previously fulfilled its parks dedication with a land contribution of Wescott Station Park. Items for Advisory Park and Recreation Commission The Commission will need to review the following items: 1. What is the impact to Park Service Area #14? 2. What is the impact to the existing woodlands? Woodlands North, May 28, 1990 Page 2 3. Does the development meet the requirement of Comprehensive Water Quality Policy? 4. What is the trailway obligation? 5. What is the parks dedication obligation? Item #1 What is the impact to P. S. A. #14? Park Service Area #14 is served by Mueller Farm Park. The pending proposal reduces the density of the previously approved proposal by approximately 100 units. Therefore, this reduction in overall density does not negatively influence Mueller Farm Park. Item #2 What is the impact to the existing woodlands? The site terrain typically ranges from moderate to steep slopes. A majority of the site is rolling meadows with dense woods within the southeast portion of the plat The woodland area is proposed for primarily single family lots versus the previously zoned R-4. The large 1+ acre lots, custom homes, and individual lot grading should preserve a significant amount of the existing woodlands. Item #3 Does the development meet water quality standards? The surface water runoff from Blocks 1 and 2 of the proposed single family will be directed to storm water ponds JP-14 and JP-33. Ponds JP-14 and JP-33 are designated ponding areas in the City's Comprehensive Storm Drainage Plan. These two ponds are drained by a lift station and force main which convey the flow out of the ponds to the Woodlands storm sewer system and then to Pond JP-31. The surface water runoff in the northwest corner of Block 3 and 4 of the proposed multi family will be directed to the proposed storm sewer on Kost Road which will drain westerly to an existing 33" storm sewer in the Wescott Square development. The runoff from the central portion of Blocks 3 and 4 will be directed to a proposed pond in the southwest corner of Block 3. The proposal will meet the requirement as set forth by the Comprehensive Water Quality Policy. Item #4 What are the trailway obligations? The Comprehensive Trails System Plan indicates a continuation of an existing 8' bituminous trail on the east side of Elrene Road. No trailways or sidewalks are proposed on the west side of Elrene Road. Elrene Road is currently being reviewed for improvement via City Contract adjacent to this development. The trailway would be constructed with this upgrade. le. Woodlands North May 28, 1990 Page 3 The developer has shown interest in constructing a 6' concrete sidewalk on the west side of Elrene Road from Kost Road to the south edge of the development. Staff's review concludes that the proposed right-of-way can accommodate this sidewalk. This sidewalk as proposed is inconsistent with the Comprehensive Trailway Plan but provides safe pedestrian circulation to the north and south. The proposal will be subject to a cash trailway dedication. ion? Item #5 What is the park dedication obligation? Lots 1-5, Block 1 and Lots 1, 2 and 7, Block 2 are located with in the Golpher Eagan Planned Development. These lots will not be subject to a park dedication. The entire development outside the Golpher Eagan Planned Development will be subject to a cash parks dedication. For Commission Action The Advisory Park and Recreation Commission may consider the following recommendations: 1. The entire development be subject to a cash trails dedication. 2. The entire development with the exception of Lots 1-5, Block 1 and Lots 1, 2 and 7 Block 2 be subject to a cash parks dedication. SS/nh Iq MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVAN, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/PARKS PLANNER DATE: JUNE 4, 1990 RE: THE OAKS OF BRIDGEWATER Proposal An application has been submitted requesting the preliminary plat of 59 single family lots and three outlots on 37.4 acres. Background The proposal is located south of Wescott Road, east of Bald Lake, north of Bridle Ridge 1st Addition (See Figure #1). The Commission has previously reviewed this parcel as part of Eagan Hills Farms Planned Development. In accordance with the Bridle Ridge 1st Addition Development Agreement, this parcel as part of a larger parcel fulfilled its parks dedication with the land contribution of Bridle Ridge Park, several greenspaces and a cash contribution for parkland development. (See Figure #2.) In 1988 Sienna Corporation made application for Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition. This proposal included the current Oaks of Bridgewater parcel, 48 lots south of Bald Lake currently platted as Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition and 90 acres located north of Bald Lake called Govern Trust. The Govern Trust was not included in the Eagan Hills Farm Planned Development and would be subject to a parks dedication. Sienna intended to phase the construction with the 48 lots south of Bald Lake being improved first, the Govern Trust Property second and the current Oaks of Bridgewater Proposal third. Sienna requested that a parkland dedication "equivalent" for the Oaks of Bridgewater parcel be transferred to the Govern Trust property. The Oaks of Bridgewater would then take on the parkland dedication obligations of the Govern Trust at the time of the third phase. This proposal was reviewed and approved by the Commission. Zi• The Oaks of Bridgewater June 4, 1990 Page 2 Sienna Corporation has been unable to obtain the Govern Trust Property. Therefore, they now request that the previously approved parks dedication agreement as outlined by the Eagan Hills Planned Development and Bridle Ridge 1st Addition be readopted as initially approved (See Figure #2). Items for Commission Review The Commission will need to review the following items: 1. What is the parks dedication requirement? 2. What is the trails dedication requirement? 3. What is the impact to natural resources? Item #1 What is the parks dedication requirement? Based on the Eagan Hills Farms Planned Development and Bridle Ridge 1st Addition Development Agreement, this proposal is subject to a land dedication according to Figure #2. The proposal includes a portion of Park #3 within proposed lot #12. This area will provide public access to Bald Lake. The developer wishes to dedicate this land with the second phase of construction. This is tentatively scheduled the summer of 1991. In the meantime, Lot 12 will be occupied by the Hall Homestead and _ horse farm. The developer has provided a sketch of the proposed land dedication. Staff recommends that the developer provide a legal description, graphic and letter of agreement with the preliminary plat for this future land dedication. (See Figure #3) Staff feels that this dedicated area should be redefined to provide more effective pedestrian circulation to Bald Lake. The developer intends to dedicate Outlot C within Bald Lake as parkland. This provides no benefit to either party but was tentatively accepted by the City with the initial review of Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition. Item #2 What is the trails dedication requirement? The proposal will be subject to a cash trailway dedication. 22. The Oaks of Bridgewater June 4, 1990 Page 3 Item #3 What is the impact to the natural resources? The parcel is characterized by moderate to steep terrain. The flora type is typically open meadow of pasture type grasses and oak savanna. A colonnade of pines extends along the driveway to the Hall residence. These pines will be machine moved throughout the development. The Scattered woodlands within Lot #12 and adjacent to Bald Lake will be preserved. The grading plan indicates no tree preservation of the deciduous overstory woodland interior to the development. Staff's review concludes that, with slight modification, the grading plan could be revised and result in the preservation of several woodland areas. Bald Lake is classified according to the Comprehensive Water Quality Plan as a Level #1, Direct Contact waterbody. The Commission will be reviewing as a separate item at the June 7 meeting whether Bald Lake should be reclassified. Approximately 50% of the storm water drainage is directed to a small pond on the west side of the site which then drains to Bald Lake. The remaining 50% of runoff will flow directly into Bald Lake, Ponds JP-19 and JP-21. Pond JP-19 is classified as a sedimentation basin and JP-21 is classified as a nutrient trap. Engineering Department evaluation indicates that it is impractical to provide the required storage volume for water quality within the project site. Therefore, a cash contribution to the Water Quality Fund would be required. For Commission Action The Commission may consider the following recommendation: 1. The.developer provide a legal description, graphic and letter of agreement for the parkland dedication located within lot #12. Staff work with the developer in defining the dedicated area in order to provide effectivei lake access. 2. The developer be responsible for a cash trailways dedication. 3. The developer revise the grading plan to preserve additional woodland areas. SS/nh attachments . t,.:fir i' •TI:: TF1l. I 7I 1~I Iw I ~ G'G:~ es.. r.r .w. _ Iuoo0l~aa~Og ' FS 3¢n ^oornow I r,.. t~ 1 ~ 1 "g116 fw"!'iFw Prrr rr+rwr.r ...•rnw ..w?n. .w. 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R a 30 `i .~{T,~ Id\\\. ~1. r.~ •wr .w..RM PLACE jr 16 `~~,,s'*' Iq• s io`FislEE+s LOCATION MAP 31 • /P` Im~~a. ..P rns w+rwt w..l..R TER THE OAKS OF BRIDGEWATER HILLS OF TONEER:r^6E 5-2-90 JAMES R. HILL. INC ,FIGURE 1 N OOF LL~ G L ] Iii. Er-, N I.: ~ ~ x.11 t.t " - ` a ' N ~ - , • . Z V jt r of co f Vw --t ~ ~ l`vrf!//j~r2~t'•~111l. / • tfWW~ ~ftj~r drWZ v•r~ ••`J~ V ~ r'•, "e~"+•T ~ ' ~ f S S • Z ~ y Z ~ .~i• O 'raw Y Z r Q IL I fo. 25. JUN-01-190 FRI 15:41 ID:JAVES R HILL INC TEL NO:612 884-9518 9013 P02 I LU LJ L Lu f 'A Lj 42 mn 11, %4 'k smm Suite 608.4940 Viking Drive • Minneapolis, Minnesota 55435.612-835-2808 CORPORATION May 3, 1990 Steve Sullivan City of Eagan 3830 Pilot Knob Rd. Eagan, MN 55122 Re: Request for Change to Park Dedication Credit Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition Dear Steve, Additionsenclosing Per our discussion earlier this 2ndweek, The Oakspof combining Bridle Ridge 1st and Bridgewater. This, combined with this letter, will hopefully describe what Sienna Corporation is requesting the City to do with regards to the park dedication for The Oaks of Bridgewater. When Bridle Ridge 1st Addition was approved, a "master park plan" was incorporated with it. This included property connecting Northview Park Road to Bald Lake. This property, in addition to other property within Bridle Ridge (Eagan Hills Farms) and Stonebridge was to satisfy the park requirements for all of the development proposed by Sienna and United Mortgage. With regard to Sienna, our property was construed to be what is presently Bridle Ridge 1st and 2nd Additions and the proposed Oaks of Bridgewater. In 1988, Sienna presented the City a preliminary plat, referred to then as Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition, consisting of 251 lots. This property included the presently platted Bridle Ridge 2nd of Bridgewater Trusttead Addition (48 Lots), the Oaks property), and 90 acres west property). The entire development was to be constructed in four phases starting with the 48 lots (Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition), n), proceeding with the Govern Trust property and ending Hall homestead (Oaks of Bridgewater). Due o complications, Sienna never took fee title to the Govern Trust. Z~. Planners ¦ Developers ¦ Contractors When obtaining approval for the entire 251 lot subdivision, Sienna requested that the land dedicated be credited to the first phase (48 lots) and the second phase (Govern Trust) rather than the first phase and fourth phase (Hall homestead/Oaks of Bridgewater). A cash dedication would then be paid when the Hall homestead was developed. This was approved by the City. Since the phasing of the entire 251 lot development has been altered, Sienna is now requesting that, simply put, we go back to the original terms of the agreement for Bridle Ridge 1st Addition; that being that the land shown on the PD exhibit was considered to meet the requirements for Bridle Ridge 1st Addition, what is now Bridle Ridge 2nd Addition, and what is proposed to be The Oaks of Bridgewater. Insomuch as we do not own the Govern Trust it would seem inappropriate that any of our credit would be applied to it. Another issue raised at our meeting was the timing of land dedication (the lake, the lake access, and the access to the trail corridor from the north). Due to Mr. Hall's desire to keep horses on his property until next year, it is our wish that we be allowed to dedicate that land with the second phase of The Oaks of Bridgewater. We anticipate that that would be in the summer of next year. Unless the City has construction plans for this property, I cannot see any reason why this would create a problem. I hope this letter clears up more confusion than it creates. If you have any further questions or need for information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Very truly yours, Rick Packer Project Manager Enclosure 2S. MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: ,QP DOROTHY PETERSON, RECREATION SUPERVISOR ii DATE: MAY 30, 1990 RE: YOUTH REPRESENTATION; RECREATION SUB-COMMITTEE BACKGROUND At the April 5 Commission meeting staff was asked to investigate the feasibility of youth representation on the Recreation Sub-committee. City Codes and regulations were to be explored to discern the feasibility of the concept. ISSUES Three issues can be identified: 1. Does current City Code allow sub-committee membership to individuals who are not members of an advisory commission? 2. What level of Council action would be required to enact student membership to the recreation sub-committee? 3., What level of interest could be found to exist at the high schools? DISCUSSION City Code, Section 2.50 establishes advisory commissions, the requisitions for membership and term of office. Ex-officio members may be city employees. Current named ex-officio members of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission are the City Administrator and the Director of Parks and Recreation. Section 2.50 states that "the city Council may by resolution establish special ad hoc committees or groups consisting of any number of members appointed for periods at the Council's discretion". In practice this has usually referred to various task force groups. Sections 2.50 and 2.52, which specifically established the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, both refer to study committees; not named. Standing committees, also not specifically named are mentioned in these sections. 29• A review of information in the Parks and Recreation office failed to produce historical information regarding the Commission's standing committees, i.e. how they were originally established or stated requirements for appointment. Staff interpretation of the city code is that the City Council can appoint ex-officio members to a standing committee by resolution. A change in official membership to the Commission,on the other hand, would require a code change. HIGH SCHOOL INTEREST Staff has made contact with faculty at Burnsville, Eagan and Sibley High Schools. The student councils are identified as the student resource. Currently, Sibley High School is best prepared to receive a proposal from the city. Student council elections for the next school year have been held and the faculty advisory is identified. The faculty advisor was supportive and enthusiastic about the concept. The principal at Eagan High School was also enthusiastic about the idea of student involvement at the sub-committee level. The new high school has not yet, however, identified the faculty advisor nor held student council elections. Burnsville High School is in the process of changing student council advisors. The current faculty advisor, tough supportive of the city's concept, suggests that the department wait to work through the new advisor. To date, no contact has been made with students to learn their level of interest as that would be premature at this juncture. FOR COMMISSION ACTION Should the Commission wish to pursue student representation for the recreation sub- committee, it appears appropriate that the Commission request the City Council to enable such representation by resolution. Elements of the resolution that the Commission may wish to identify are: 1. Student is to be an Eagan resident. 2. Student is to be a senior in high school. 3. Term of representation is July through June. 4. Student representative is ex-officio 5. Each of the 3 school districts shall provide a representative. 6. Representation would be limited to committee appointment. o' MEMO TO: EAGAN ADVISORY PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: JOHN K. VONDELINDE, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS DATE: JUNE 4, 1990 SUBJECT: RECLASSIFICATION OF BALD LAKE (JP-20) FOR WATER QUALITY The purpose of this memorandum is to briefly review with the Commission the classification of Bald Lake (JP-20) under the City's Water Quality Plan and to recommend reclassification of the waterbody from a "Level I - Direct Contact Recreation" lake to a "Class II - Indirect Contact Recreation" lake. Background As Commission members may recall, in the fall of 1987 a special Task Force on Water Quality, comprised of citizens and water quality planners, was established for the purposes of overseeing the preparation of a Comprehensive Water Quality Plan for the City of Eagan. One of the first issues which this committee dealt with was the classification of some 340 lakes, ponds, and wetlands in the city to specific levels of desired management for water quality purposes. During this process, a liaison from the APRC was appointed to provide input to the task force for the purpose of assigning appropriate classification levels for lakes and ponds in or adjacent to park and open space areas. At the time of that review, it was the understanding of the Water Quality Task Force that Bald Lake held the potential for direct contact recreation uses such as wading, sailboarding, or swimming. Given the somewhat undefined nature of parkland acquisition adjacent to Bald Lake, it has continued to be recognized as a Level I waterbody and was formally adopted as such when the plan was approved by the City Council four weeks ago. Analysis As indicated earlier in the packet (under a separate report prepared by Steve Sullivan) the proposed Oaks of Bridgewater development and anticipated parkland dedication has better defined the nature of potential public access and recreational uses of Bald Lake. It is evident from this analysis that facilitiation of swimming or wading facilities within the park is not a practical alternative for recreation development, due to topographical and other geometric limitations. Rather, the lake will serve as a focal point of the park for the observation of wildlife, nature enjoyment, trail uses, and other passive activities related to the riparian shoreline. A potentially key use of the park, (to be further explored during the master planning phase) will be the establishment of water access features, such as piers, docks, or floating boardwalks as a means for enhancing fishing opportunities and other "indirect" contact with the lake. It's suitability as a "children's fishing park" is further supported by a known surface area of 10.4 acres and %I. PAGE 2. JUNE 4, 1990 maximum depth of 12 feet (easily capable of overwintering game fish populations with supplemental aeration). Class II Recommendation In keeping with the selection criteria outlined in Chapter 2 of the Eagan Water Quality Management Plan, staff is recommending that Bald Lake be reclassified to a Class II Indirect Contact Recreation Lake. The Management Plan defines such classification as one in which the "Eagan Park System Plan indicates canoeing or fishing (including shoreline fishing) as best potential use, and computer modeling indicates that it is feasible for the lake water quality to be maintained for this use." Clearly, in the case of Bald Lake, riparian fishing could likly be a feasible and highly desirable use of this natural resource. Moreover, this re-classification would more accurately parallel several other city lakes which have been identified for similar level II water recreation uses. These lakes include East Thomas Lake, O'Leary Lake, Burr Oaks Pond, McCarthy Lake, Hay Lake, and Carlson Lake. Like Bald Lake, several of these ponds have limited access, but serve as a major focal point of the surrounding park. Thus, reclassification would appear to be consistent with other lakes which offer similar potential surface water recreation. Class III Alternative Another option for the Commission, but not recommended by staff, is to downgrade Bald Lake to a Class III - "Scenic Recreation Wetland." This classification is typically more indicative of smaller, shallower ponds oriented to interpretive/educational values, e.g. the duck ponds in Thomas Lake Park, wetland AP-1 adjacent to Woodhaven Park, or the wetlands in Wescott Station. Fishing or other forms of riparian recreation are not usually associated with this classification of waterbodies. Further, the management standards outlined in the Water Quality Plan would allow for a summer TSI (Trophic State Index) as high as 77%. At this level the plan suggests that "the potential for algae blooms exist because of the potentially high phosphorus concentration." Under such a scenario the ability to manage Bald Lake for fishing and other forms of indirect contact recreation could be severely hampered. Water Quality Assessment Based on staff review of the City Engineering Report for "Oaks of Bridgewater" development, adequate steps will be taken to preserve water quality levels for indirect contact recreation in Bald Lake. As noted in Mr. Sullivan's report, a two cell nutrient pond will be constructed on the west side of the site to capture approximately 50% of runoff to the lake. The remaining runoff will be directed to ponds JP-19, and JP-21- In addition all other future developments within the JP-20 sub-watershed will be required to fully mitigate impacts to water quality runoff in order to improve/maintain water quality for recreational purposes. -Z. PAGE 3. JUNE 4, 1990 Summary In summary, the current classification of Bald Lake as a "Level I Direct Contact" lake is no longer representative of the planned recreational uses which focus on shoreline fishing and other passive-related riparian activities. Reclassification of the lake to a "Class II - Indirect Contact" recreation resource would more accurately reflect the selection criteria outlined in the Water Quality Management Plan. While a Class III "Scenic Recreation Wetland" classification is also an alternative, it is not one recommended for adoption given the potential for water quality degradation. Based upon the Engineering Report for the Oaks of Bridgewater development, plans for on-site treatment of nutrient runoff through the construction of a nutrient pond will be adequate to preserve water quality at a level suitable for intended Class II recreational uses. For Commission Action In consideration of the above discussion the Commisison should elect to: 1. Retain the current classification of Bald Lake (JP-20) as a Class I - Direct Contact Waterbody, 2. Recommend to the City Council the reclassification of Bald Lake (JP-20) to a Class II - Indirect Contact Recreation Waterbody in accordance with selection criteria outined in the City's Water Quality Management Plan, or 3. Recommend downgrading the lake to a Class III Scenic Recreation Wetland. NOTE: alternative 1 is selected, a specific rationale should be developed for maintai i g e current classification. Jol~h K. VonDeLinde Su erintendent of Parks JKV/nab park:commissn.155 ~3. MEMORANDUM TO: ADVISORY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: JENNIFER PETERSON, PARKS & RECREATION INTERN DATE: JUNE 7, 1990 RE: RESULTS OF TRAIL USE SURVEY The following memorandum contains a descriptive analysis of Recreation Intern, Jennifer Peterson's, research project dealing with trail use on the County Trails along Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road. The research project is a required element of the internship program and this report fulfills the requirement. INTRODUCTION The fitness trend that began in the 1980's has gone on much to long to still be considered a fad. Many reasons have been noted for the success of this trend, including a desire to lose weight, stress reduction and enjoyment of the outdoors. By the end of the 1980's, walking had taken on towering significance and its quiet explosion is predicted to continue as major organizations, such as Weight Watchers and the American Heart Association, emphasize its health benefits. Another activity, bicycling, also gained popularity in the 1980's. Experts predict that this boom isn't over either, and that bicycling will continue to grow in the 1990's. The primary reasons supporting this prediction are 1) Citizen's increased environmental awareness (2) Attempts to decrease traffic congestion (3) Health/Fitness Awareness and (4) a desire for family oriented activities. A third area that is slowly gaining speed is cross-country skiing. This sport, which was an oddity twenty years ago, now boasts over nine million participants. The final link tying all these activities together was the topic of this research project. That link is the local trail system. Past studies have shown that Eagan's trails are a valuable part of the resident's lives. In the last trail study completed, the number one improvement requested was more trails. Two of the top three sites suggested for this expansion have since been completed and were the topic of this study. a BACKGROUND The Eagan/Dakota County trail along both sides of Pilot Knob Road extends from Interstate 494, south 1/3 mile past Cliff Road, to Rebecca Lane. Road Improvements to Pilot Knob Road, south of Rebecca Lane, are scheduled in 1990. Construction will include the bituminous trail extension to Diamond Path in Apple Valley. The current trails along Pilot Knob were built in two phases, with that portion from Interstate 494 to Yankee Doodle Road completed in 1982 and the remainder constructed in 1989. Due to the entrance/exit ramps at the 494 and Yankee Doodle Road intersection, there are some "missing links" to the trail. The trail along, Cliff Road has. a somewhat more complicated history, as well as future. The area from Highway 13, east to Nichols Road, is currently an on-road/shoulder trail. Unfortunately, it is continually being narrowed as the road is widened. The section of trail from Nichols Road to Galaxie Avenue was built in 1982 and is an off-road trail along both sides of Cliff Road. Also built in 1982, but only on the south side of Cliff Road, was the section stretching from Galaxie Avenue to Johnny Cake Ridge Road. The newest section of trail, extending from Johnny Cake Ridge Road to Ches Mar Lane (1/4 mile east of Pilot Knob Road), was finished in 1989 and is once again off-road on both sides of Cliff Road. The area that is now under discussion at the County level, is the section east of Ches Mar Lane, where the trail is on-road/shoulder and in poor condition. The shoulder was built in 1986 and off-road trail construction cannot occur until the road construction is completed. This construction is not in the County's ten year, long-range plan. PURPOSE OF THE STUDY As the fitness trend continues to grow and change, community members are increasingly aware of the opportunities available to them. Trails continue to be a source to residents for a variety of fitness and recreational activities such as walking, jogging and biking. The purpose of this study was to assess who is using the Eagan/Dakota County trails along Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road, what they use the trails for, how often they use the trails and any suggestions they have concerning existing and/or future trails. PROBLEM STATEMENT The primary focus of this study was to establish current patterns of usage on the Eagan/Dakota County trails along Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road. This subject consisted of three sub-problems: 1. Type of use generated by the trails. 2. Demographic characteristics of the trail users. 3. Suggestions for future trail locations, and/or trail improvements. 36. HYPOTHESES From research obtained on past trail use patterns and current fitness trends relating to trail usage, the following research hypotheses were formed: 1. The majority of trail users would be walkers and/or bicyclists. 2. The majority of use would be from community members. 3. The majority of trail users would desire/support additions to the existing trail system. OPERATIONAL DEFINITIONS EAGAN TRAIL SYSTEM: All bituminous, on-road, sidewalk, biking, walking and multi- use trails within the City limits of Eagan. OFF-ROAD TRAIL: (Also referred to as bituminous trails) An 8 foot wide asphalt trail along major thoroughfares, or an independent trail. ON-ROAD TRAIL: The right shoulder of a traffic lane of a collector street. METHODOLOGY The subjects of the study were 101 users of the Eagan/Dakota County Trails along Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road. The subjects were randomly selected by theresearcher as they were using the trails. In addition to those who were interviewed, all those observed using the trails were recorded on a tally sheet and included in the total number of users (Appendix A). A questionnaire, consisting of 14 questions, was developed to gather information on who was using the trails and what types of activities were occuring (Appendix B). The survey was conducted over a three week period from April 25 - May 15, with a total of 50 hours spent in the field. Three different time periods were implemented (7 A.M - Noon; Noon - 4:30 P.M.; 4 P.M. - 8 P.M.) along with eight different survey points at the interesections of (1) Pilot Knob Road and Yankee Doodle Road, (2) Pilot Knob Road and Diffley Road, (3) Pilot Knob Road and Cliff Road, (4) Pilot Knob Road and Lone Oak Road, (5) Cliff Road and Nichols Road, (6) Cliff Road and Thomas Lake Road, (7) Cliff Road and Johnny Cake Ridge Road and (8) - Cliff Road by Schultz Lake Beach. The data received has been analyzed and a formal report on the findings was prepared. ANALYSIS OF DATA There were a total of 302 trail users observed in the 50 hours of field study, with 101 participants, or every third person, interviewed. There was an average of six trail users seen each hour. There were larger numbers of walkers interviewed in relation to bicyclists and joggers due to the difficulty in stopping the later groups for interviewing purposes. However, as long as that fact is acknowledged while examining the data presented, the information is valid. Also, some of the figures presented in the following tables and graphs will be larger than the total number interviewed due to the fact that in some cases more than one response was given for a question. FIGURE 1 PERCENTAGES OF THOSE INTERVIEWED WHO WERE EAGAN RESIDENTS AND NON-RESIDENTS 15% NON-RESIDENT 85% EAGAN RESIDENTS The second hypothesis stated that the majority of trail use would be from community members. This hypothesis is supported by the data illustrated in Figure 1. Out of those users interviewed, 85% indicated they reside in Eagan, while 15% indicated they did not. Those who were non-residents did provide their city of residence. Five users lived in Apple Valley, four lived in Minneapolis, three lived in Bloomington and one each from Blaine, Randolph and Red Wing (Figure 1). TABLE I FREQUENCY OF THE NUMBERS OF PEOPLE IN THE GROUPS USING THE TRAILS. BOTH OBSERVED AND INTERVIEWED NUMBER IN GROUP NUMBER OBSERVED NUMBER INTERVIEWED ONE 185 48 TWO 47 20 THREE 5 3 FOUR 2 1 TOTAL 302 101 Table 1 illustrates the group configurations of the trail users, both interviewed and observed. A single user was the most frequently observed and interviewed, with 185 observed and 48 interviewed. The least common configuration was a group of four, and it was also the largest group seen (Table 1). TABLE 2 FREQUENCY OF TRAIL USERS, BOTH OBSERVED AND INTERVIEWED, BY GENDER GENDER NUMBER OBSERVED PERCENT NUMBER INTERVIEWED PERCENT MALE 176 58% 46 46% FEMALE 126 42% 55 54% TOTAL 302 100% 101 100% '6q. As shown in Table 2, the percentage of males and females, both interviewed and observed, is fairly close. Of those interviewed, 46% were male and 54% were female. The comparative percentages for those observed were 58% males and 42% females (Table 2). FIGURE 2 AGE RANGES OF THE RESPONDENTS S 27- 26- 25- 24- 23-100 and 20-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 under AGE RANGE kd. The ages of the trail users that were interviewed were spread out over a wide range. The most common age group was the 19 and under category, with '27 people interviewed, followed closely by the 20 - 29 year old and the 30 - 39 year old categories, each with 22 people interviewed. The group represented the least was the 40 - 49 year old category with only eight people interviewed. The average age of those interviewed was 33. The youngest person interviewed was five years old; the oldest was 69, for a range of 64 (Figure 2). FIGURE 3 METHODS THROUGH WHICH RESPONDENTS RECEIVE 32 INFORMATION ON THE EAGAN TRAIL SYSTEM 31 30 2e 2e 27 26 25- 24- 23- 22 21 20 1e 16 17 16 W is - 8 14- W 13 12 11 10 S e 3 2 1 F ~ r SOURCE OF INFORMATION 4- I There were a wide variety of methods through which the respondents received information concerning the Eagan Trail System. The most common way of finding the trails was simply noticing them while driving through the City. The Trail Brochure, available from the Parks and Recreation Department, was the second most popular way of discovering the system. Those who indicated they didn't know much about the system were primarily of school age or new to the area. The least mentioned method of information was through the Walking Club. However, this is a new program, and as it continues to grow, this will be a positive resource for community members (Figure 3). 60 MILES FIGURE 4 40 MILES DISTANCE TRAVELED BY THE RESPONDENTS TO REACH THE TRAIL BEING USED 20 MILES 10 MILES 4 MILES 1 MILE 6 BLOCKS h W Z 5 BLOCKS N_ 4 BLOCKS 3 BLOCKS 2 BLOCKS IBLOCK LESS THAN 1 BLOCK 12 34 66 76 8101112131416161718182021 FREQUENCY Illustrated in Figure 4 are the distances the respondents traveled to reach the trails. The majority of users traveled four blocks or less to reach the trail being used. It is encouraging for the department to see that there are people from considerable distances using the system. One family indicated that each Saturday they drove to a different suburb to try out the trails and gain some exposure to different trail systems. (Figure 4) FIGURE 5 DISTANCE TO BE TRAVELED BY THE RESPONDENTS ON THEIR CURRENT OUTING 13 12 W J 7 6 W J {i! 5 W 4 Z 3 2 1 LESS THAN 1 MILE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 25 2627 28 29 FREQUENCY The most common distance to be traveled on a given trip by the respondents was two miles, with a three mile trip following a close second place. The average distance to be traveled, at the time of the interview however, was 3.6 miles, with a range of less than one mile to 13 miles (Figure 5). Those who were bicyclists were also asked what the longest distance they had ever traveled was. There was a wide variety of responses, ranging from four miles to 45 miles, with the most frequent response being ten miles. IFK3URE 8 NUMBER OF TIMES EACH WEEK/MONTH THE RESPONDENTS USE THE TRAILS 2 25- 24- 23- 22- f? 20 19 18 17 = 15 1t w 13 a U. 12 11 10- 9- 6 4 T S a 2 1 19 ~1 r NUMBER OF TIMES OF WEEKLV/MONTHLY USE In response to the question, "How many times each week/month do you use this trail?", the most frequent reply was five times a week. The least frequent responses were ten times each week and two times a month. An interesting note was the number of first time users that were encountered (Figure 6). FIGURE 7 PRIMARY TYPE OF USE AS INDICATED BY RESPONDENTS 1% OTHER 8% JOGGING 37% BIKING 54% WALKING 4670 Those trail users who were interviewed, as shown in Figure 7, indicated the primary activity/activities they used the trail for. Walking was the number one use of those interviewed, with 60 responses, or 54%. Bicycling was not far behind, with 37 percent of the responses, or 41 users. Eight percent indicted jogging/running as. their preference, while only one percent fell into the "other" category. One member of the latter group was using a motorized cart for transportation while the second member in this category was on a skateboard. It should be noted however, that this does not reflect the numbers in each area that were observed only, rather than interviewed. There were 137 bicyclists, 115 walkers, 41 joggers/runners and nine "others" observed, showing the most frequent use to be bicycling over walking (Figure 7). TABLE 3 FREQUENCY OF THE TYPE OF ACTIVITY CARRIED OUT BY TRAIL USERS. BY GENDER TYPE OF USE WALKING BIKING JOGGING OTHER TOTAL GENDER s % s % I % • % a 96 MALE 22 48 17 37 6 13 1 2 46 100 FEMALE 32 58 20 36 2 4 1 2 55 100 TOTAL 54 54 37 37 8 8 2 2 101 100 Table 3 further breaks down the types of activities participated in, by gender. In the walking category there were more females participating, as was also true in the bicycling category. There were more males in the jogging/running area, with the "other" category being equal. For both the men and women, walking was the most popular activity followed closely by bicycling. Again, it should be noted that these figures are only representative of those interviewed (Table 3). FIGURE 8 PRIMARY REASON FOR USING THE TRAILS AS INDICATED BY RESPONDENTS 1% OTHER 11% RECREATION ONLY 17% 36% EXERCISE TRANSPORTATION ONLY ONLY 35% EXERCISE AND RECREATION Exercise alone is still the most popular reason for using the trails, as was indicated by 36% of the respondents. The exercise and recreation combination was close behind, with 35% indicating these as their primary motivators. Transportation was the primary reason for use for 17% of the respondents and 11% indicated recreation as their only motivator. The one person in the "other" category used the trails solely to train for bike racing. Of those who responded that their primary reason was exercise and/or recreation, 26% said they had, at one time, used the trails as a means of transportation, while 75% said they had not (Figure 8). LIST I DESTINATIONS OF THE RESPONDENTS, FROM MOST TO LEAST MENTIONED JUST OUT WALKING/$IKING/JOGQING 3S SACK HOME 24 THOMAS LAKE CENTER 10 TO WORK S THOMAS LAKE PARK S CEDAR CLIFF SHOPPING CENTER 4 FRIENDS HOUSE 3 LONE OAK ROAD 2 CHURCH 2 YANKEE SQUARE 2 TOWN CENTRE/RAINBOW FOODS 2 TO SCHOOL 1 EAGAN ATHLETIC CLUB I NORWEST BANK I PDQ (ON DIFFLEY) I Those interviewed indicated their final destination on that particular day. The most popular responses were that they were just out walking/biking/jogging, or that they were heading back home, with 35 and 24 responses respectively. Only five respondents indicated that their destination that day was not their usual one, while 96 replied that their destination remained the same (List 1). FIGURE 9 EAGAN TRAILS USUALLY TRAVELED UPON 45- AS INDICATED BY RESPONDENTS 44- 43- 42- 41- 40- 39- as- 37- 36- 35- 34- 33- 32- 31- 30- 29 W 28 27 0 w 263 LL 25 - 9 a- 7- 6- 5- 4- 3 2 g g Z go to 0 LL o o z j i < i 0 ~ O IL 0 = O 0 -J O d _ d C t7 O Q Z z 8 ~ 0 W W z TRAILS USUALLY TRAVELED ON As shown in Figure 9, there are a wide variety of trails being used by Eagan residents. The trail used the most was along Pilot Knob Road, closely followed by the trail along Cliff Road and the Highline Trail. Again, there are more responses due to the fact that more than one answer was given in some cases (Figure 9). LIST 2 RESPONDENTS INDICATIONS ON ASPECTS OF THE TRAILS THEY LIKED. FROM MOST TO LEAST MENTIONED TRAILS ARE PAVED 45 OFF-ROAD SAFETY 35 SCENERY ALONG THE TRAIL 18 EVERYTHING IS FINE 12 NO TRAFFIC TO FIGHT 12 GOOD MAINTENANCE 12 EASY ACCESS TO SCHOOLWORK 7 ALL THE TRAILS CONNECT 7 GOOD WIDTH 7 NO BREAKS IN THE TRAIL 6 EASY ACCESS TO SHOPPING 5 UNISYS CAMPUS 3 SAVES DRIVING 1 THEY'RE GREAT 1 TRAILS NOT CONGESTED I VARIED TERRAIN 1 List 2 indicates the aspects of the trails that the respondents particularly liked, with paving and off-road safety being the most popular features (List 2). LIST 3 RESPONDENTS INDICATIONS ON ASPECTS OF THE TRAILS THEY DISLIKED. FROM MOST TO LEAST MENTIONED NONE GIVEN 81 TO CLOSE TO BUSY ROADS 8 NOT PLOWED IN THE WINTER 5 OFF-ROAD TRAIL ENDS AT CHES MAR 4 LANE (ON CLIFF) TRAFFIC NOISE 3 POT HOLES I DEAD TREES ALONG SOME TRAILS 1 NOT MANY LIGHTS ALONG THE LONGER I STRETCHES OF TRAIL CURB CUTS MISSING SOMETIMES I List 3 indicates the aspects of the trails that the respondents disliked. An outstanding 81% said there was nothing wrong so far. The most common concern was that some trails were to close to busy streets (List 3). 5l. LIST 4 RESPONDENTS INDICATIONS ON IMPROVMENTS/CHANGES THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE. FROM MOST TO LEAST MENTIONED NONE GIVEN 69 PLOWING IN THE WINTER 10 MORE LIGHTS ALONG THE TRAIL 9 EXTEND THE TRAIL FURTHER SOUTH ON PILOT KNOB 7 MORE TREES ALONG BOULEVARDS 4 PLACE A CROSS-WALK ACROSS PILOT KNOB BY THOMAS LAKE PARK 3 FIX UNEVEN SPOTS ON THE TRAILS 2 SWEEP LEAVES OFF TRAILS MORE OFTEN 2 EXTEND TRAIL DOWN CLIFF FURTHER TO THE EAST 2 RESURFACE MORE OFTEN 1 SET FUTURE TRAILS BACK FROM THE ROADS MORE I Once again, a surprising 69 respondents had no improvements/changes they would like to see made on the trails. The most requested change was for plowing of the trails in the winter, followed by a request for better lighting along the trails (List 4). Hypothesis three stated that the majority of trail users would desire/support additions to the existing trail system. As shown in Figure 10, 43% of those responding would be in favor of additions to the system. Thirty-two percent would not be in favor of additional trails and 25% could not answer due to the fact that they were either new to the area or were not familiar with the system. The most requested addition was to extend the off- road trail further east on Cliff Road, where it presently ends at Ches Mar Lane (Figure 10). FIGURE 10 RESPONDENTS INDICATIONS ON WHETHER THEY WOULD LIKE ADDITIONS TO THE CURRENT TRAIL SYSTEM 25% NO ANSWER 43% YES 32% NO FOR THOSE RESPONDING YES, THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS WERE LISTED AS POSSIBLE SITES FOR NEW TRAILS FURTHER EAST ON CLIFF ROAD FINISH LEXINGTON TO LONE OAK ROAD FURTHER SOUTH ON PILOT KNOB ROAD ANYWHERE THERE IS SPACE It was very encouraging to see how the respondents rated the trail system overall. A total of 53% rated the trails as excellent and 47% rated them as good. None of the responses given were fair, poor or unacceptable (Figure 11). FIGURE 11 RESPONDENTS RATING OF THE EAGAN TRAIL SYSTEM 47% GOOD 53% EXCELLENT CONCLUSIONS 1. The weather is a definite factor on the numbers of people using the trails. The nicer days saw substantially more users out and about. The time of year was also a limiting factor. On one hand, as the hours of daylight are limited, so are the hours of trail use, particularly for families and those who travel some distance to reach the trails. Secondly, with school still in session the children are not out on the trails in the same numbers they may be during the summer months. 2. Through observation, the most popular times of the day for trail use to occur was between 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. 3. After analyzing the data, it appears that, as the research predicted, bicycling is on the rise while walking remains fairly steady. 4. It would also seem that the low-impact activities are taking over the fitness scene as evidenced by the low number of joggers/runners observed. RECOMMENDATIONS 1. For the City and/or Dakota County to conduct a study on the possible expansion of the trail along Cliff Road further east, sooner than ten years. 2. Concerning the respondents recommendations on improvements/changes they would like to see. Plowing the trails during the winter has been examined and was found to be financially unfeasible. It would be recommended that the City and/or Dakota County look into the possibility of additional lighting along some of the trails. The extension of the trail along Pilot Knob Road is already in the planning stages as is the cross-walk by Thomas Lake Park. REFERENCES Blood, Bonnie. "Trail Use Survey Results Memorandum." Advisory Park and Recreation Commission Packet. June 7, 1988. Laither, Bill "Fitness for the Future", Management Strategy, Spring 1990, Vol. 14, No.1, pages 3 and 8 Schmidt, Barb Dakota County Parks Department, 8500 127th St. East Hastings, MN 55033 APPENDIX A TALLY SHEET Location Day. Date Time WALKER JOGGER BICYCLIST OTHER TYPE AGE SE # TYPE AGE SEX TYPE AGE SE # TYPE AGE SEX .7tf/• APPENDIX B Trail Use Survey Date/Day: 1 2 3 4 5 6+ Time: Male / Female Location: Type of Use: 1. How do you find out about the trails in Eagan? 2. How many miles did you travel to get to this trail? 3. How many miles do you plan to travel on this trail today? 4. FOR BIKERS ONLY - What is the longest distance (or furthest destination) you have traveled on your bike? 5. How many times each week/month do you use this trail? 6. What activity do you primarily use this trail for? Walking Jogging/Running Biking Other 7. What is your primary reason for using this trail? Exercise Recreation Transportation Exercise & Recreation Other If for exercise and/or recreation, have you ever used this trail for transportation? Yes No 5'7. DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS 1. The City and First Financial Corporation consummated the land transaction on the small parcel of property north of Cambridge Court Condominiums. This acquisition was approved months ago, but title problems involving an out of state party had to be cleared. 2. The Director of Parks and Recreation has met with Mr. Caponi on three separate occasions to prepare a draft proposal for an Arts Garden. Mayor Egan, Council Member Wachter and City Administer, Tom Hedges had recently met with Mr. Caponi to discuss the issue again before giving directions to develop a draft concept. 3. Pre-construction meeting for park shelters was done and the Architect, along with staff have set building elevations. 4. Poor soils were encountered within the parking lot construction/contract at Northview. Silty sand and clay will have to be sub-cut away and granular material imported to correct the poor soils. 5. Title review and a description of the life-estate for the McCarthy property has been done with a draft agreement sent to Mrs. McCarthy's Attorney for evaluation. Completion of the acquisition has moved slowly, but it still appears that it might be accomplished by early July. 6. New play equipment for the Tiny Tot Program at Rahn is expected to be received this week. Installation is hoped to be completed before the summer program begins. 7. In response to the State mandated cuts in local aid, the Department also had to reduce its budget. Staff provided nearly $10,000 in budget reductions, including capitol, part-time personnel and also programs. 8. The Mayor officially received the new scoreboard donation from the Lions Club at Goat Hill Park in a brief picture ceremony. 9. Staff has begun the 1991 budget process. The department's budget request is to be- submitted to the City Administrator by June 15. 10. Registrations for summer activities has been brisk. It is anticipated that, according to clerical staff, 20 Bazillion registration entries will be made! (1,101 as of 5/30/90!) Perceptions are that: The new tennis lesson formats are being well received. Youth lessons are completed in one weeks time, meeting 5 days per week. Strategically placed lessons provide the opportunity to continue on in the lesson progression during the course of the summer. Adult tennis lessons, on the other hand, meet one night a week, an adjustment to today's busy lifestyles. The new procedure for registration for Summer In The Park and the Playwagon is being followed. Ninety-four (94) children were registered on "opening day".. . and more come in each day. The total being looked for will be in the neighborhood of 1,000 kids! Tots registrations are slower than anticipated. The new 5 & 6 year old Summer In The Park playground; an experiment this year, has received many registrations. Staffing is the next concern! The department will seek volunteer assistance. Several. 13 and 14 year old former Summer In The Park enthusiasts, have inquired about volunteering. 11. The Domino's Team Tennis organizational meeting attracted 30 tennis enthusiasts. Most everyone is looking for a team! The "merger" with Inver Grove is still a question mark in that changing nights of play is a difficulty. Whatever the final result; Eagan's league could double to 8 teams! 12. In June the Eagan Seniors will have their annual picnic at Trapp Farm Park and will return to the Old Log Theatre to see Neil Simon's Broadway Bound. 13. The concession at Northview Athletic is showing increased sales from a year ago. The rainy weather has created some lost days at this juncture. 14. The Recreation Division will be privileged to have a summer intern this year. Walter Landgrebe, an undergraduate student at the University of Minnesota will begin his internship on June 11. 15. EAA Travel Soccer games began on May 31. Double header games maximize use of scarce field space. The turf at Blue Cross/Blue Shield Corporation appears to be progressing well during its hiatus from soccer. (Removal of the BC/BS fields from use this summer added to the field shortage!) 16. The Lutheran Brotherhood scoreboard was "officially" dedicated on May 30. Rain had forced cancellation of two previous attempts to acknowledge the donation. (00. 17. Youth softball and baseball teams have used the Unisys softball complex for practices. Make-up of rained out games will also be scheduled into the Unisys site by EAA softball. The City requested use of the fields for rain make-ups. Unisys agreed to that use which will occur in late July; after the youth program has been completed. 18. The Star Gazing night was rained out on May 19, then clouded out on May 24. We will schedule another try in the Fall when the sun sets earlier. 19. Softball has had less than ideal weather. Three nights have been rained out. Watch for 'This Week in Softball", a weekly show cable cast on Channel 33 every Wednesday at 5:00 P.M. 20. The Horseshoe League began May 23rd at Ohmann Park. Ten pitchers are enjoying the new league. In time, we hope this league will grow. We can handle up to 16 pitchers a night. Every Wednesday at 6:30 P.M., through mid-August, they will be clanging the stake. 21. There will be a Skateboard Contest on July 3rd, from 5:30 to 8:30 P.M. Registration happens from now until the contest. We will utilize the Rahn Athletic parking lot again. Prizes will be awarded for three age groups: 7 to 10 years, 11 to 14 years and 15 on up. 22. Implementation of the landscaping plan at Ohmann Park was a major focus for the Forestry Division in May. The majority of trees and shrubs have now been installed under Phase I, planting schedule. 23. The Fourth Annual Eagan Public Tree Sale was held on May 5, at the Public Works/Maintenance facility. Between the hours of 7:30 A.M. and Noon, a total of 730 trees were dispensed to some 400 City families. The change to a pre- registration format in 1989, coupled with staging of the event out of the maintenance facility lended to another successful program this Spring. Staff are now in the process of preparing program evaluations on the Tree Sale/Arbor Day Program and School Program and we have been working closely with Eric Iversen, of First Bank Eagan, in this process. 24. Final details have been worked out on the Department's tree inventory and management system ("TRIMS") with the expectation that data entry will begin in early June. An inventory technician is also being hired for the summer months to complete the inventory of newly planted trees to prepare "as-built" plans identifying tree reference numbers, and to re-assess the inventory on all previously tagged trees. Once the data entry is completed, staff will begin use of the programs report generated features as a mechanism for tracking maintenance programs. 25. A local Boy Scout Troop planted 400 seedlings along the east berm of Slater Acres Park adjacent to Cedar Avenue. Another Boy Scout, Matt Brown, constructed and installed 25 wood duck houses at various locations in fulfillment of his Eagle Scout badge. 26. A program for replacement of trees which died as a result of the drought, began in earnest in the month of May. Over ten parks have been targeted for replacement this year with funding to come from the 1990 Forestry Operations Budget. Most replacements have already been completed at Bridle Ridge and Woodlands Parks, and will continue into the month of June as weather conditions permit. 27. Several trees were moved at Northview and Carlson Lake Parks in anticipation of upcoming grading contracts or parking lot work. 28. A restitution crew from the Dakota County Court Services Department completed the re-painting of Quarry hockey rinks, along with painting of the coaches room and entrance way to the old Rahn Park shelter building. An adult restitution worker has also been secured to complete the remaining hockey rinks over the course of the next few months. 29. Maintenance worker, Steve Hadden, completed installation of new athletic field benches at Kettle, Bridle Ridge and two sets at Mueller Farm Park. New pads for waste containers were also installed at Mueller and Bridle Ridge. 30. New park identification signs were constructed and installed at O'Leary (south), Bur Oaks (south), Berry Patch, Ohmann and Heine Pond Parks. This now completes the installation of signage at all existing parks. 31. Work began on the new Kiosk located in Northview Park, adjacent to the recently completed tennis courts. The facility is being constructed by Gary Skogstad and Steve Hadden, will serve as an area for posting reservations, schedules and special events. 32. A new play unit is also underway at Rahn Park adjacent to the shelter building. This unit will be of a smaller scale and has been specifically designed for Tiny Tots and Summer Youth Recreation Programs originating out of this facility. 33. All routine maintenance operations went into full swing in the month of May. These included trash collection, playground and tennis hardcourt inspections, athletic lines, striping and mowing. A particular challenge for the department was keeping ahead of the fast growing turf conditions brought on by a combination of above average rainfall and fertilization of the parks. 34. Several of the turf management programs were completed or initiated during the month of May. Over-seeding, aeration, and fertilization programs were completed in their entirety. Weed spraying got underway in mid-May, but was hampered by rainfall and high winds. This will require continuation of spraying into early June. 35. Through an agreement with Independent School District #191, upgrades were made to the softball fields at Rahn Elementary School with the application and grading of new aglime material. 36. Lu Anne Johnson began the third season with the Department as Assistant Weed Inspector. Lu Anne will be responding to public complaints concerning violations of the City's weed and grass ordinance. She will be scheduled to work on Tuesdays and Thursdays through the month of September. 37. Miscellaneous repair sodding was formed at a number of park locations, including a large parcel on the Mueller Farm grounds adjacent to Woodlands Elementary. Independent School District #196 assisted in the replacement of over 1,100 yards of sod damaged as a result of the drought since opening of the school. 38. The department took delivery on a new 50 horsepower, four-wheel drive tractor, including various accessories, in late May. This new acquisition replaces old Unit #322 originally purchased in 1976. The unit has been equipped with a snow- blower, power broom, loader, and auger - adding versatility and depth to the department's equipment fleet. 39. Water quality sampling got into full swing during the month of May. Under the second year of this program, the Engineering and Parks & Recreation Department's. will join forces in collecting samples from 12 priority lakes for laboratory analysis. This. information should allow the City to draw more accurate conclusions regarding the extent to which phosphorous loading has occurred in developing water sheds. SUBJECT: WAIVER OF PLAT APPLICANT: JANE & SAM ROCKWOOD LOCATION: LOT 2, BLOCK 1, ROCKWOODS WOODS' N EXISTING ZONING: R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MAY 22, 1990 DATE OF REPORT: MAY 9, 1990 COMPILED BY COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEP: APPLICATION SUMMARY: An application has been submitted requesting a .silver of Plat to divide Lot 2, Block 1, of Rockwoods Woods Addition into two lots. EXISTING CONDITIONS: Lot 2, Block 1, Rockwoods Woods Addition, OOW of approximately 4.1 acres. and there is. a home on the northern portion of the "7 home was built in 1976 and is occupied by the applicant's daughter. The } has individual wells and on-site sewer systems. COMMENTS: The Rockwoods originally owned approximately five acres of " t property at this location. In 1976, they built a retirement home (now occupi daughter). In 1988, they platted the property and sold an acre (Lot 1 Rockwoods Woods Addition) to their son who built a home on this parcel. The Rockwoods are now nearing retirement and have realized that the 'retirermt nt home' built in 1976 is too small to accommodate their needs. Therefore, they are. keg a the Waiver of Plat to divide the 4.1 acre Lot 2. As proposed, the split would pr d+ , existing home with an approximate 2.3 acre lot while creating a 1.8 a approximately on which the Rockwoods plan on building their home. The two existing lots have direct access to Lakewood Hills Road which is 4meted, privately maintained, road. The proposed Waiver will create a lot that also ilia ect access to said road. If approved, this Waiver of Plat shall be subject to: 1. Recording with the County within 60 days of Council action. 2. All other applicable Code requirements. JI1I ! P X04 i y ' rrm= + >ODLXQ*TXOP Dpc1CM S DDS WASVU O! PLSTs Based upon the study of the financial obligations collected inn'the past and the uses proposed for the property, the following cha are proposed. The charges are computed using the City's exist fee schedule. =sprovement pro j Usr Rate Quantity Wit;, Sanitary Sewer Trunk 241 Sr $1,435/A .73 A 2 48 Water Trunk 241 SF 1,450/A .73 A i 0 8 :Storm Sewer Trunk 444R SF .053/SF 69,772 SF 3,9. , 1 cn Vflt GUAI Y r t,r W.L PARK t~ffrtM~"d a J IAJ S IOf Pr, 1 H N 1 (N IIV i Ni {f u ~'ahS vl ie < ^ C. k 9 4 AO SI ~p t RO - 1 to s+, y dLII CAMP • ,1 I H /K 1 i"`? (loll 985 Lydia Drive AS Roseville, MN 55113 Sheet 1 of 3 DELMAR H. SCHWANZ UM $U11Kt'011$. w5C tiraYt.y 11nlrr le.. M tle eW sS 1a.w.rU1 ' 14M0 SOUTH ROBERT TRAIL ROSEMOUNT. MINNESOTA 15032 312/423-1755 SURVEYOR'S CERTIFICATE • ~;E" 167.24 369°39'40"155 I ' ~1ZA°6`% 0 - - - I 4 1742 • '--SOUTHERLY EXTENSION OF EAST LINE OF SHEFFIELD 175.71 S89°5805 W NORTH LINE OF 51/2 OF SE I/4 PTHERLY EXTENSION OF WEST 11701 PER CERT. 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SCHWANZ •l,1s °MIIN wp•f llt t•M wlNtrpl 1. rl' 4 OTl1 (SOU •I(/aTl IIN m mv(vfN1s C(wtwICOIv 1{7.24 3!i•!!'90"t( ~s 1 v 'b; I 1 p;i - - --»UN[IIU ([T(NSON or ust [IM Of 51I(n1?Ll nSfl Hf"\II OS"w na'l[•It to T(NSgN A w(St~ 1• 11101 1711 t[IIT M -so-191 7 If , 1twt0 %t/$ 1/4 II lrll I, r° Irf11r1?ts Rt l llt t1 1 / I 1 \ 7 1 I \ - JI 1 I e PRIOR ASSESSMENT 0 1 3b~ae y. •.Y. Ix. Ix. l] / ~n• J' WATEII ElEVnf qN AS or ~ on •,T!•~•• •'I:::::: AUGUST, 1917 :043.8 3 t, :;;•s:: •~r:::::. IN.O V.O. 1929) I 1 r ~:<II1:dd':: r/:::~ N19°5140" - FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ROCKWOODS WOODS WAIVER OF PLAT STORM SEWER TRUNK p... n..i 1In, INI !'.111 nl,nn? 1 e./ ~ DELMAR H. SCHWANZ .(.!E M7111M wTwfwf M.N w11NEYOlE)/. M.wItSOT. EfEM •If.1ff IfN tlNfvE[TR 0 C[NiNN;. pt'•S• C~ \1 . 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I-. _+!3100 FINANCIAL OBLIGATION ROCKWOODS WOODS WAIVER OF PLAT WATER TRUNK ;.ANITARY SEWER • S SUBJECT: COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMEN , REZONING, PRELIMINARY PLAT (W NORTH) APPLICANT: ROBERT ENGSTROM COMPANIES LOCATION: W 1/2 OF SECTION 13, NE 1/4 OF SECTI EXISTING ZONING: R-4 (MULTIPLE), R-4 WITHIN EAGAN DEVELOPMENT & AG (AGRICULTURi DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MAY 22, 1990 DATE OF REPORT: MAY 17, 1990 COMPILED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPAR ;x 4 :R. APPLICATION SUMMARY: Separate applications have been submitted req a Comprehensive Guide ° Plan Amendment, Rezonings from R-4 (Multiple) Agricultural), a Planned Development Amendment from R-4 to R-1 within Eagan Planned Development, and a Preliminary Plat consisting of apprJ; acres located along the west side of Elrene Road and north of the Woodlands COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The subject site is designated in the Comp p' Use Guide-Plan for D-I Single Family Residential (0-3 units per acre) and D- III S1e Residential (6-12 units per acre). The proposed residential development consis of sin family lots at a density of less than one unit per acre, duplex units at a approximately four units per acre, and apartment units at a density of appr units per acre. This proposed project would therefore be consistent with D-l, Residential (0-6 units per acre), and D-III designations. Portions of the su consistent with the existing designs. However, a Comprehensive amendment to change the land use designations of (i) approximately 10 acres to D-I, (ii) approximately eight acres from D-I to D-II, (iii) approximately eight a from D-III to D-II, and (iv) approximately 10 acres from D-I to D-III, is necessary project consistency with the Comprehensive Land Use Guide Plan. The proposed designations would be generally compatible with the adjacent, designations to the north, south, and west. The West Publishing project adjacent IND (Industrial) designated area to the east of the subject si* provisions for a 150' buffer area along Elrene Road. This buffer area shout appropriate transitions between the residential uses in the proposed Woodla development and the office/industrial uses in the adjacent West Publishing d t? • J~ C' 1I } Internal to the subject site„ 1prudent site design and orientation should be incorporated to assure appropriate transins between the varying residential densities. an EXISTING CONDMONS ; Currently, there is only one bomesite in the proposal VMh exception containing anoth hon ite along Elrene Road. The applicant hopes to acquire that area and include it in, %his plat. The site varies from open rolling grassland to dense woods primarily in the stheast portion of the plat where single family homes are proposed. Adjacent land.mss are Light Industrial zoned. . West Publishing on the east side of .Elrene Road, 10-acre .:agricultural lots in the Wescott Garden Lots to then west that were platted in 1899, the -3 Wescott Hills Townhouses and the Preliminary Platted Wescott Square T proposed by New Horizon Hanks to the north and the, Woodlands Addition plat by this applicant to the south. ,'r PLANNED DEVEL OPM This proposal consists of three housing types: 12-single family s on 15.5 acres varying in size from 21,700 sq. ft. to 118,800 sq. ft. will be located on two cul-de-sacs extending west from Elrene R in the most heavily wooded area of the site. The anticipated houO* its would be in the $300,000-$500,000 range. No driveway access o Elrene Road is proposed. All R-1 Code requirements had' been, satisfied and the gross single family density is .78 units per ac* 62 duplex style is are proposed on the northerly 16.6 acres. These units will look the Country Home quads in the Thomas Lake Woods Addition the south side of Mallard Drive, just west of Thomas Lake The architect is the same. The buildings were reduced from a quad to a duplex style to reduce the scale. The landscape plan the units together very well through the individual foundation plants and an overall street tree planting plan. The landscaping plan. s both current and proposed landscape policies and ordinances. r, staff would recommend additional planti along Trails Enitt',,,~dad, and along the south side of Kost Road for, privacy. Code a 25 building setback along public streets. AN buildings meet t requirement except for a few that are 20', however those are design i so that a three-cat garage could be constructed. All other setbacmeet Code requirements. The gross density is 3.7 . units per acre. Outiot A (25.3 as), apartment area, is being proposed to have a cap of .200 units, a ditr of 7.9 units per acre. For comparison purposes.. the Boulder Townhouses are 7.2 units per acre. While the Site,, plan shows five t"'.6nit buildings for massing purposes, na..developrnent. j plan is proposed; this time. The goal is to keep large, open spy 3 rtl areas regardless of thel building style proposed at the time development. This area Will be reviewed by the Advisory Flans Commission'' and City Cc uncl ii ,,the future before any development would occur. The current ± 37 acres of R-4 zoning along Elrene r Road at 10 units per acre would have provided 370 housing units. The it total number of units in the Planned Development is 274 with a gross density of 4.8 units per acre. The single family area will be developed as soon as possible and the R4 aree to begin to develop this fall. The multiple family area has no set timetable to p. ' AIRPORT CONSIDERATIONS: This proposal does not fall within the Abe tan Council's Noise Policy contours, but it is close enough (1/4 to 1/2 mile) to issue. This was discussed with the applicant at the staff review meeting. ` ' . currently fly further south than they were when the contours were deveioped~', 1Trefor . be considered to be intrusive by some of the project's residents. cannot require the developer to meet Met Council standards, it would be share with him ways to abate the noise within the units. By considering in of such elements as, chimney caps, elbows, and vents, and similar features, sound environment of the units may be substantially improved without considerable 01 project. Ir4 L t III ' - t• IC l 5. 444 { e single family residential lots on Blocks<. 1 asd 2 of thisproposed development incorporates the hilly terrain and wooded areas along, the west side of r.~ . Road. The maximum elevation differential is approximatel~:~o~ . The preliminary grading plan proposes to do a minimal a*o t of grading to construct the streets for Blocks 1 and 2. The deve r proposes to use individual lot grading to save the trees ins area. The ssurfac water runoff from Blocks 1 and 2 will be directed to storm water ponds JP-14 and JP-33. Ponds JP-14 a JP 33 are designated wading areas in the City's Om%prehensivve bra Drainage Plan. Th+e +e ° tww ponds are drained by a lift etas i#t? s force main which ca way the flow out of the ponds to the Wood .an+ s- storm sewer system-: and then to Pond JP-31. The proposed ate t wl 1 sewer on cul-de-sac, B; shall be designed to drain the land, low areas on Lots Vii-, and 7 of Block 2. The final grading/dtaarin i- and utility plan requires all storm sewer pipes constructed to r4W normal water level,'.of the pond in this area or the -storm i4r shall connect to the proposed storm sewer in Elrene Road. -Trent.- storm sewer to serV* tb,is area is proposed under City Pro je t: ftt 41 'rand 589. The preliminary grai'ng plan for the multi-family residential . , on proposed BlocksTM-3 and 4 along the south side of Kost%iid proposes maximum cats of 15' with maximum fill of 14' . The -:sufs e water runoff from ae northeast portion of proposed B1Qcw'3 a 4 will be directed ,.to the proposed storm sewer on Tit d and Elresne Road. The face water runoff in the northwest corner of propos s e r Bloc ks; 3 and 4will directed to the d atom Road which will dr n `westerly to on existing 33" stores r ih the Wescott Squar developsent. The runoff from -tb*'dal ;,portion of Blocks and 4 will be directed to a proposed pond- in .ithe southwest comer of Block 3. An outlet will reed . to provided for this p,nd to the north to the existing 330. storm >r ;_in the Wescott Squ a development. The design of this ~.._a it meet the requireme s as identified in the City's Water Qu ;,it .-Management Plan, The development wih be esponsible for installing .and ma erosion control eUres in accordance with the C~m erosion/sediment ctrbl manual standards. UTUZZX : An existing 9" sanitary sewer is available to servei Blocks 1 and 2 within Elrene Road. With the street grads as proposed on cul--de- ,ac B, the sanitary sewer on the vest end o?t tie cul-de-sac will be Only A' deep. Staff recommends that;--the et grade shall be rai d to-k,,-provide adequate' cover over t p u sanitary sewer on c49-sac B. The maximum depth of t sanitary sewer one lids-sac A with the street grade se proposed will be 9' which wi,i "he adequate. A 16" trunk water in of sufficient pressure and capacity is located along Elr - : Road. City Project #589 is prop' rd to provide watermain ub& and sanitary sewer stubs for ,the two. cul' de-gees on Blocks 3u: and 2. 1 Sanitary sewer service foci Blocks 3 and 4 is readily avail an existing 12" trunk sans ary sewer on KQst Road. The P i utility plan proposes to onn®,1t9 the 12" sanitary sewer. locations and this layo t adequately serve the development. T City Project #589 will be providing an 8n watermain on KaD and three watermain stubs to the south for the Woodla development. The proposed''watermain layout for Blocks 3 a provide a looping system that will provide adequate fire S a Y and water supply. May All existing wells and s ptic systems on Block 1 4 plugged and abandoned according to Department of Health it requirements. R REETSZACCE88ZCIRCIILATIo7: Access to Blocks 1 and 2 provided from Elrene Road which is proposed to be upgr this area to a urban sect on bituminous street with cone and gutter under City Pre act #589. Access for Blocks 3 and 4 will be provided from Kost Road proposed to be upgraded to a 321 wide bituminous street Project #589. This development proposes to construct a road from the intersection of Mike Collins Drive and Kost the south and then to the east and then connecting back Road just east of Elrene Road. This street system is be. a 50'. wide right-of wa l>icly.maintained, street4 :requires that the minimummsptreet width 2,8' face to } This development is proposing to construct a concrete wsl the southerly side of the looping street in Blocks 3 and 4 i recommends that the concrete walk be extended along the sou ,side of Kost Road from the easterly connection to Elrene Road. ZABEXENTSZRIGHT-OP-WKY/PE Sufficient right-of drainage and utility ease ants shall be dedicated for the streets and utilities that will be. needed to a development. Additional right"*of-way will be required southeast corner of the nersection of Trails End Road,,'-- t Road to provide for a 20 tile per hour design speed for tb ~e of the street at that intersection. In addition, tempora slope easements will be needed along host Road and Elrene Road to these streets under proposed City Project #589. This -development shall be responsiblo for insuri a.j regulatory agency peal.. s are acquired . prior to -f approval. The wetland •.a ong the south side of Kost Roo* Mike Collins Drive inters ction is included on the National-` Inventory Map. Therefore, a Corps of Engineers permit required before any grading work can begin in this wetland. 4`#F the wetland in the southwest corner of Block 3 is on the, Wetland Inventor'Ma and 'a permit will be required Inventory to uti wetland as a storm water pond. ~w H eta rPO 0 ft t .K itw 0 •00 000• fire OEM" ~A~~~ try rt~ wHH WNW w 0 fi RON" iv n VMS P04 t} _ 11 i1R p~ N N W qi to 0 0 N t1D tx 0 C" cc 0o 0 40 000 ft :1 10 r} N ,4A N M 0 A a o a 08 C: 0% 01- -30 0 0 ft pp0 0 O0WX11M 1-' a fy Ci Efi iv r~ a to 00 w too Aof- WOODLANDS NORTH CONDITIONS: 1. These standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by Council ' on September 15, 1987 shall Bi, B2, B3, B4, Cl, C2, C5, Dl' El, Fl, and Gl:: 2. A planned Development l+eement shall be entered into for a 3. Setbacks in the duplex area shall be allowed as per the development copy of the Homeowner Association 4. By-laws shall be submittecj to the City Attorn for their review, approval.x 5. All trash and recycling materials shall be contai>ed within the units u4tM of pick-up. 6. The multiple area shall have a cap of 200 housing units and cono 4 requirements at the time of development. r 7. No driveway access shall allowed onto F.dre a Road. 8. All well and septic ty spe systems sharll be-abandoned It to Ci eifiiktions: 9. The R-2 area shall have lawn irrigation. 10. The development is required to comply :with the of the City's Comprehensive Water Quality Marna 11. The development is required to modify proposed gradi to provide adequate cover on the proposed sanitary sswe in cul-de-sac. .1 *M 12. Storm sewer is required to drain a landlocked low a proposed Block 2. 13. Additional right-of-wy is required at the inter, Trails End Road andK st Road in accordance with City m criteria. r } z i' • I BTA Aab CONDITIONS D PLAT, APP FA A. seus~s®uta 1. This development shall acc pt its additional assessment obligations as defined in the staff's--report in accordance with the final lat dimensions and the rates in effect at the time of f nal plat approval. B. Ias t I And Aig 1*of_ -Aar This development shall. dedicate 10' drainage and utility easements centered over al common lot lines and adjacent to private property or public right-of-way. 2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or finat*iaily' " guarantee the acquisition costs<of additional drain*"# ponding, ar)d utility easements as required by e alignment, depth, and storage capacity of all rerE public utilities and streets located beyond he dt boundaries of this plat or outside of dedicate right-of-way at necessary to service this deevel~t. 3 . This development shall der icate ,all public right-of-a and temporary slope easements for ultimate development of adjacent roadways as required by the approate jurisdictional;.-agency. 14 This:~ development shall dedicate adequate drainage=and. ponding easoneiits to incorporate the required high w~oter elevation necessitated by City storm water storage voiua requirements. C,,gAiions .1. All public stets and utilities necessary to provide service to this development shall be designed A registered professional engineer in accordance with City codes and engineering tandards and policies, and approved by staff prior t final plat approval 2. A detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and t control plan, must be prepared in accordance with -e City atandaar and approved by Staff prior to fines approval. 3. This development shall insure that all temporary dead-mod public streets: shall have a cul-de-sac constructed in accordance with City engineering standards. STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL PAGE TWO 4. A detailed la dscape plan sh ll be submitted t ';tbs proposed grading plan and appr ed by staff prio toithe final plat approval. The financial guarantee ll J~e included in the Development Contract and not reloo" until one year after the date of installation. 5. All internal public and private streets s ) be constructed within the -required right-of in accordance with City design standards. D. Public I¦mrovuents 1. If any public improvements are to be installed f nd*r:a City contract, the appropriate project must be, proved by Council action prior to final plat approval. Z. Permits 1. This development shall be responsible for the a Mori of all regulaory agency permits in the tt • frame required by the affected agency. F. Parks Dedication 4 1. This development shall fulfill its parks requirements as recommended by the Advisory sjwd Recreation commission and approved by Council G. Other if 1. All standard platting and zoning conditions ra1l be adhered to unless specifically granted a variince by Council action. Advisory Plaza 4nq commission city Approved: August 25# 19j87 September } Revised: PLATAPPR.CON 11 LTS #1 6/12/89 it ' ' f WE SCOT "A f ilk -I I - it R-I S Orr ~l _ _ q ~`ow~ivc~ M.4 P ~r,c14+o«`ae1, Ind 11 I!i ' F1 10 f .a nd • 6 i bmwi t, i 5 ilk( L xorr JIN Ind. N wf S" -l'Ik ISM D-I D-Io' Dil - IN J.~ L.Ariy/p IT~E &u 1D6 • A g~~ ill.. I.... . AACHIII'ECTU34L ORLL44, INC 48011 WEST OW. FIRM K 55437 ..;1 I. I •ii:i.. 1R•' T"~ _«x ,•,N a......... _ x'..21 p ......':n•:....._ a_..dw . w....... , . IIIIII I I I 1 I '1 • n•9 200 a•9 • µM17 '.M wP. mm p'i•fi"••.w. prw'a: y..... M. wM~ x • 9 n........ r .a:a» SITE ,Y. fmfs •p r a SIM tImm _..w.. ~qN MM : n SURVEYOR/ENCI LEER « lanes R. 14 Inc. ' w . n.u ,hw m. n, nn m•a. u i p:•°° :::i'•i"w`wni ..'in:. w::: r w n 9401 km A`erle SD. „n.w w... n.. m.). w, .m,w... s •~w m.. r. 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J . e • • ME IJTLOTT MUITt-FAMIY • LXLE KATURAL AREA/ OPEN S? _ WSERT OCSTROM CDMPAMES "01 west eY steel 1`' • ' r Ue 101 1612126 554P THE MAOODLM" NORTH -cs PREU49NARY 1aoac 1 ~ ~ \ PLAT anx Pa pit -ftu =milk