09/05/1991 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCE COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 30, 1991
RE: SEPTEMBER 5 COMMISSION MEETING
The next regular meeting of the Advisory Commission will again be preceded by a tour of
park facilities. We will depart from City Hall at 6:30 p.m. returning for the Commission
Meeting beginning at 7:30.
While I have your attention, I would like to encourage Commission members to take every
opportunity to remind people of the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra concert scheduled for
September 12. Ticket sales at this point have been lagging. It is important for all
Commission members to find opportunities to encourage people to acquire their tickets for
this event. Co-workers, civic organizations and neighbors are logical contacts for you to
consider.
After the Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance, staff would like to make a presentation
to Girl Scout Troop 804 which has volunteered for many Parks and Recreation activities
over the years.
CONSENT ITEMS
There are no Consent Items or Development Proposals to be reviewed by the Advisory
Commission.
OLD BUSINESS
First item under Old Business concerns the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra and the marketing
progress. The second item under Old Business concerns the Highline Corridor grading.
Staff has prepared a memorandum with several attachments. The Engineering Department
staff, along with the developer, will be present at the Commission meeting to present a
conclusion to the overland drainage issue.
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NEW BUSINESS
The single item under New Business concerns Park Service Area # 16 with a report from the
consultant concerning the need for an additional park within this service area. Staff has
prepared a memorandum and included a report from Mr. Erkkila concerning this particular
item. Staff does anticipate a number of people from the Park Service Area to be present
at the Advisory Commission Meeting about this item.
PARKS DEVELOPMENT
Landscape Architect Steve Sullivan will update the Advisory Commission on progress on
various development projects.
WATER QUALITY
Water Resource Coordinator Rich Brasch is going to be on vacation and will not be at the
Commission Meeting. A brief update and a slide presentation have been prepared which
was used in the elementary schools. The presentation will focus on water quality issues and
how students can participate. Commission Members should be aware that staff anticipates
having an in-house seminar in October of this year to bring the Commission up to date on
the results on the water sampling diagnostic studies being conducted in Eagan lakes, the
educational program that has been in use as well as a number of other items relating to
water quality. Staff anticipates a late October date.
OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS
There are a number of items under Other Business and Reports including a view of the
Happenings and verbal reports on the Summer Recreation Program. Staff will be present
to review with the Commission a number of the summer programs that have been presented
this year and their acceptance by the community. The final item under Other Business
concerns the Commission Picnic. Friday, September 20, at Trapp Farm Park has been
reserved for this annual event and it would be appropriate for the Commission to take a few
minutes to plan for this affair. As always, if members of the Commission are unable to
attend, please contact the staff.
KV/nh
AGENDA
ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Thursday, September 5, 1991
6:30 P.M.
Eagan Municipal Center
A. 6:30 P.M. Tour - Ohmann Park and Carlson Lake Park
B. 7:30 P.M. Regular Meeting - Eagan Municipal Center
C. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
D. Presentation to Girl Scout Troop #804
E. Approval of Agenda
F. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of July 11, 1991
G. Consent Agenda
H. Development Proposals
1. Old Business
(1) St. Paul Chamber update
(2) Highline Corridor Grading
J. New Business
(1) Park Service Area 16
K. Parks Development
(1) Update
L. Water Quality
M. Other Business and Reports
(1) Happenings
(2) Summer Recreation Report
(3) Rahn Athletic Park Update
(4) School District 196 Use of Northview Fields
(5) Commission Picnic
M. Round Table
N. Visitors to be Heard
0. Adjournment
Subject to Approval
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF
THE ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
JULY 11, 1991
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission was called to order
at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, July 11, 1991 with the following Commission Members present: Shawn Hunter, Lee
Markell, George Kubik, John Griggs and Ted Billy. Commission Members Dick Carroll, Deborah Johnson and Jack
Johnson were not present. Staff present Included Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation; Stephen Sullivan,
Landscape Architect/Parks Planner; Rich Brasch, Water Quality Supervisor; Dorothy Peterson, Superintendent of
Recreation; and Nancy Hammel, Secretary.
AGENDA
Ken Vraa suggested the Highline Trail grading issue be held over to a future meeting. Shawn Hunter moved,
John Griggs seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the agenda as amended.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING JUNE 6, 1991
Under Minutes of Regular Meeting of June 6, Shawn Hunter asked that Page 10, Paragraph 4, second
sentence should read "ponds tend to fill in over time, particularly whenever there is construction..." Instead of "ponds
do fill in". John Griggs moved, Ted Billy seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the minutes as
amended.
CONSENT AGENDA
Steve Sullivan reported there were no Consent Agenda or Development Proposals to be discussed.
ST. PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
Dorothy Peterson stated that at the June 18 City Council meeting, approval was granted for the City to
support the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra at Eagan High School on September 12 as proposed by this Commission.
At the Special Event Committee meeting prior to the Commission meeting the timeline for the event was set. Heads
of committees were established with Russ Frankel of S.D. 196 In charge of concessions and ushers. Programs
would be handled by City staff. Contracts with Ticketmaster and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra will be signed and
sent shortly. The evening of the program, tickets will be handled through volunteers, however, there is no volunteer
at this time to concentrate on searching for a sponsor.
George Kubik remarked on what a complex, new undertaking this presentation is. He thanked John Griggs
for initiating the idea and Dorothy Peterson for her administrative effort.
Dorothy reiterated the need to find a business to underwrite the marketing plan. Shawn Hunter suggested
the Chamber of Commerce as a point of contact. George Kubik stated that more staff time should not be taken
to make contacts. George suggesed that perhaps commission members could make calls to get volunteers.
WATER QUALITY REPORT
Ken Vraa commented on the Water Quality report noting a 67% return rate and adding that interest in the
environment in this community is high. Rich Brasch will be further tabulating and clarifying the returns. Chairman
Kubik stated that it would be appropriate to hold comments pending completion of the report. He noted that 97.3%
of the respondents indicated that water quality issue was of great importance to them.
Advisory Park, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
July 11, 1991
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HAPPENINGS
Chairman Kubik noted that sand volleyball seems to be a great success and Dorothy Peterson added that
parking problems have been an offshoot of that success. Regarding the Fourth of July celebration, Ms. Peterson
reported that the Eagan Stagedoor Performers' lip sync contest went over very well. After an hour of performances,
Iris Bouvier had a difficult time bringing the contest to a close. It was noted there were 138 Eaganettes marching
in the parade and they did indeed take second place. Ted Billy remarked on the 5,000 registrations and noted the
incredible growth. Ken Vraa stated that, even with projected Increases, we were caught short of staff and will have
to plan on more seasonal help in the future. Dorothy Peterson further added that the bulk of registrations were made
up of elementary age children followed by a large number of teens in the tennis program. She further clarified that
we plan similarly to EAA by proposing a 10-15% increase every year but this year the upswing was larger than
anticipated.
It was noted by Mr. Kubik that the pavilions at Trapp and Thomas are booked almost every weekend and
was further impressed with the report that the Teddy Bear Band drew 400 people to Summer In the Park at Trapp
Farm Pavilion. Seven bags of groceries were collected for the foodshelf. Softball is going very well with a Co-rec
tournament this weekend and more tournaments coming up. Ms. Peterson also noted the possibility of West
Publishing wanting field space and Unisys perhaps cutting field space. Chairman Kubik noted that ballfield needs
always seem to be a pressing Issue and should be brought up at the Planning Meeting.
Chairman Kubik noted the good work being done by Maintenance Staff, especially Don Buecksler, Paul
Graham and Alex Lammers. Steve Sullivan stated the playground has been installed at Ohmann and the pea gravel
base has been laid. Ken Vraa added that the high capacity mower is a welcome addition. Seventeen hundred acres
of grass were mowed in June. A #580 mower was borrowed from School District 196 to keep up with the more-
than-favorable growing conditions. Mr. Vraa added that crews have also been busy putting concrete pads under
the bleachers at Goat Hill and Northview Park.
LONG RANGE PLANNING MEETING
After minimal discussion, it was decided that the Long Range Planning Meeting will be held Thursday, August
22, at 7:00 p.m.
OHMANN PARK GRAND OPENING
Dorothy Peterson reported that some of the Ohmann family will be on hand for the ribbon cutting at 1:30
p.m. on July 29th. There will be soccer, softball and horseshoes going on to show the various uses at Eagan's
newest park.
BUDGET PROCESS
Director Vraaa stated that staff has been working on budget for next year. Serous constraints are taking
place because of restraints placed by the State Government. The need for adequate staff and the generating of new
revenues are items to be considered. If the Commission has questions or concerns, Mr. Vraa asked that they
contact him in the near future.
RECREATION FACILITIES TASK FORCE UPDATE
Ken Vraa reported that the City Council has heard the Task Force's request and had a special meeting a
week ago Tuesday. Council now wants to move ahead with that issue but has not come up with a resolution. They
are considering the possibility of using windfall funds obtained through bond financing. Shawn Hunter and John
Griggs noted responses in the Water Quality Report indicating a desire for swimming facilities in the city. Chairman
Kubik noted that pool interest surfaced with the Task Force, too, and that swimming needs were a timely item to
have included in Rich Brasch's survey.
Advisory Park, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission
July 11, 1991
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CAPONI ART PARK
Mr. Vraa informed the Commission that Mr. Caponi retired from Macalaster College June 1 and, with the
College, will help develop a proposal to finance acquisition of the art park. Proposals will be put together for people
who are interested in the arts. Staff has been working on this project and has created a model of the site with a
student of Macalaster assisting in the assembly. John Griggs questioned how the upgrade of County Road 30 would
effect the proposal. Mr. Vraa replied that the 40/20 acre split of land would be greatly affected and there have been
preliminary meetings with the county already regarding road crossings. Latest word has it that work will begin next
year.
Ted Billy questioned the relationship of Tony Caponi's property to the Lexington/Diffley and Patrick Egan
sites to which Mr. Vraa replied the City will end up with 252 acres of land directed to various recreational pursuits.
Chairman Kubik stated this is a unique opportunity to work in the development of this area.
NORTHVIEW ATHLETIC PARK BUILDING
Mr. Vraa stated that repair bids came in at a good price and the work would be done more expediently than
first anticipated.
Lee Markell questioned Mr. Vraa of the status of the 10 acre piece off Wilderness Run Road to which Mr.
Vraa replied that nothing has been scheduled as yet.
With no further business to conduct, Lee Markell moved, Ted Billy seconded, with all members voting in
favor to adjourn the meting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:59 p.m.
Secretary Date
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCE
COMMISSION
KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
FROM: Ot DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 21, 1992
RE: ST. PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA CONCERT UPDATE
BACKGROUND:
The Commission may recall that the Special Event Committee set an aggressive time-line
for the work required for successfully hosting the St. Paul Chamber orchestra. That time
line is reproduced for the Commission's information.
TIMELINE
July 12,1991 August 1, 1991 August 15, 1991 Sept. 1, 1991 Sept. 12, 1991
Sign Contracts Marketing Plan Sponsors Volunteers Piano Tune
Identified Identified
Information to Tickets on Sale Program ready Concessions Workers in
Ticketmaster for SPCO Firm Place
Approval
School Details
in Place
PROGRESS REPORT:
July 12, 1991: The contracts with Ticketmaster and the St. Paul Chamber Orchestra were
signed on the date projected.
The package of extensive information required for setting up the event on the TicketMaster
system was mailed on July 12. As a result, tickets have been on sale since August 1.
ST.PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
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AUGUST 21, 1991
August 1, 1991: Primary effort during the month of August has been extended toward
the marketing plan. A synopsis of those efforts is as follows:
o Contact with the Eagan/Dakota County, Burnsville and Apple
Valley Chambers of Commerce, Press releases mailed to each
for enclosure in their August Newsletters. Flyers/Posters
available upon request from Chamber members.
o Press releases to the Minneapolis Star/Tribune and St. Paul
Pioneer Press, to be published in the community bulletin board
sections, two weeks prior to the event.
o Since August 1, Cable TV has announced the concert and ticket
information on the community bulletin board and local
government access channels.
o Beginning with the August 15 Cable Commission meeting,
continuing through all public meetings up to the event, audio of
SPCO playing Haydn's Symphony #85 has been edited as a lead
into live taping of the meeting. A "ribbon" message announces
the event, where tickets may be purchased, etc. This
information will re-run with each cable cast of the meeting.
o Posters and flyers have been distributed to Eagan High,
Community Education 196, schools in District 196. Members of
the Special Event Committee have approached local businesses
to display posters of flyers. And, the library and Municipal
Center are centers for information.
o The head article in the Discover Us section of the City
Newsletter will feature the concert.
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ST.PAUL CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
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AUGUST 21, 1991
August 15, 1991: The program has been typed, proofed and sent to SPCO for approval.
The program will be run in-house.
o School details are in place. Examples of these details include,
numbers of custodians and the hour their help is needed, sound
and lighting techs, ushers, distribution of programs and
concessions. Students will perform most of the tasks other than
custodial.
o No sponsors are identified.
September 1. 1991: One aspect of volunteers needs to be filled: box office personnel on
September 12.
o Concessions are firm.
September 12, 1991: The piano tuner is scheduled, he will coordinate with SPCO in the
event that a piano other than the School's Yamaha is to be used.
ISSUE:
There is only one issue, ticket sales.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION:
Purchase your tickets now!
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCE
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 28, 1991
RE: HIGHLINE TRAIL GRADING
BACKGROUND:
The Advisory Commission has previously reviewed the issue of overland drainage from
the Lexington Pointe Additions and across the Highline Trail, which ultimately affects the
homes in the Park Knoll Addition. Staff has met (again) with the developer to try to get
a resolution of this issue. (See copy of attached letter from Tom Colbert to Brad
Swenson.)
RECENT CHANGES:
As you will notice in the letter, there has again been a change in control and ownership
of the property known as Lexington Pointe Additions. Originally, the property was owned
and managed by three partners, with Mr. Brad Swenson responsible for the development
activities. You will recall that earlier this year that Premier Development, Mr. Paul Gross,
assumed responsibility for the development of the Lexington Pointe Additions, and
therefore took control and responsibility for resolution for this drainage issue. Staff has
recently been informed that Mr. Brad Swenson has again resumed responsibility and
control of the residential area of this now dissolved partnership.
STAFF CRITERIA:
In the earlier meeting with Mr. Brad Swenson, department staff outlined the parks criteria
that must be considered regarding the drainage issue. This criteria was based on the
previous discussions of the Advisory Commission. These included:
¦ No grading into Trapp Farm Park sliding hill .
¦ Directing water to the existing pond would not be permitted as the existing
outlet would not be able to handle any additional run-off.
¦ Any grading needed within the Highline Trail must be kept to a minimum -
and must recognize the City's desire to install a future trail within the
Highline .
¦ An "all pipe" alternative must be reviewed .
¦ Consideration of the potential for flooding of trees in the lower area adjacent
to the trail access at Wilderness Run Road must be avoided or mitigated.
ADDITIONAL DATA:
You will note in the letter of August 9, 1991, from Mr. Colbert, Mr. Swanson was asked
to provide additional information concerning topography and elevations to ensure
handling of the storm water properly. Those topographic elevations were needed to help
evaluate the extent of the storm water overflow problem and to ascertain the number of
cubic feet per second that might be expected to flow overland. The new topographic
information has been provided to the City Engineering Department and a new set of
calculations was run based on these elevations to determine the extent of the problem
being faced.
The Engineering Department and Park and Recreation staff met on August 28, with the
developer to review the data provided and discuss possible alternatives. The elevations
provided indicated that the storm sewer system on Livingston Drive would accommodate
eighteen (18) inches of water before water would over bank between the two homes on
the south and travel overland to the Highline Trail. With the increased number of homes
now having their yards sodded, run-off should be much slower than what has been
experienced previously. Therefore, the frequency of toping over should be reduced.
Based on the new elevations, it is estimated that there are 10 CFS that would flow
overland to the Highline Trail. This would be combined with an additional 10 CFS from
the residential homes backyards and park area. Combined, 20 CFS will have to be
provided for. Based on this amount of run-off, staff has reviewed the alternatives which
appear to be most logical.
The first alternative is an "in-pipe" scenario. The cost of this has been estimated in the
$40,000 - $45,000 range.
The second alternative provides for enlargement of existing depression within the Highline
Trail to accommodate approximately .66 acre feet of water. Water would then flow
through a 12" PVC pipe as a controlled outlet and then proceed down a graded land
drainage swale to the east. This water would then outlet into the unmaintained area in
Trapp Farm Park. Staff estimates that the amount of water would be equivalent to 5 CFS.
This is a level below what was previously calculated and at a point in which staff is
comfortable there would be little chance for erosion to occur. The water would proceed
down the unmaintained area to a point adjacent to Wilderness Run Road and the trail
access into Trapp Farm Park. This low area will be connected by a storm sewer to be
installed with the reconstruction of Wilderness Run Road slated for this Fall. Therefore,
there will be no water accumulation in this low point to damage any trees. (See Jon
Wingard's memo.)
You will recall that the third alternative was for storm water to proceed directly between
the homes outloting onto Park Knoll Drive. The Engineering Department has discouraged
this alternative first proposed by Paul Thomas. This alternative would create problems
in the Park Knoll Addition's ability to handle water without adding more catch basins.
DISCUSSION:
Staff is reasonably satisfied that the overland drainage system will work and not have a
significant impact on the park when compared with the pipe scenario, there will actually
be less disturbance to the park and less possibility of erosion and maintenance
immediately after construction. Given the new calculations which provide for less storm
water run-off and the decreased frequency for erosion to happen - this back-up system
could work successfully. The only concern that staff has at this time is relative to the
timing of the work effort to ensure that the work is completed and the area re-seeded this
Fall to make sure of germination and vegetation establishment.
The second concern is for the future bike trail that is to be provided within the Highline
Corridor. A bench pad should be provided for that future trail. Staff has not done a
thorough design for this, and generally assumes that the trail can be worked in as it
terminates into Trapp Farm Park.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION:
To approve/disapprove the overland drainage scenario for the handling of storm water
run-off in the Lexington Pointe Additions.
KV/bls
city of aagan
3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD THOMAS EGAN
EAGAN, MINNESOTA 55122-1897 Mayor
Pt ZONE: (612) 454 -8100 DAVID K. GUSTAFSON
FAX: (612) 454-8363 PAMELA McCREA
TIM PAWLENTY
THEODORE WACHTER
Council Members
THOMAS HEDGES
City Administrator
August 9 , 1991 EUGENE VAN OVERBEKE
City Clerk
MR BRAD SWENSON
TRI-LAND METRO
1875 PLAZA DR
SUITE 200
EAGAN MN 55122
Re: Lexington Pointe 5th Addition
overland Drainage Improvements
Dear Brad:
On Friday, August 9, you met with Mike Foertsch, John Wingard,
Steve Sullivan, Ken Vraa and myself to discuss how the overland
drainage concerns for the Lexington Pointe 5th Addition can be
addressed in a manner satisfactory to the Advisory Park & Natural
Resources Commission as well as the property owners in the Park
Knoll Addition. As a result of that meeting, you requested that
the staff provide you with the appropriate comments that could be
taken into account in preparing a plan that could be presented to
the Commission at their September 5 meeting.
In order to provide you with the comments needed to prepare a
proposed design solution, the City will need the following
information:
1. The walk-out elevation of Lot 1, Block 3, Lexington
Pointe 2nd Addition.
2. Survey cross-section information for the common lot line
of Lots 4 and 5, Block 3, Lexington Pointe 5th Addition
as well as the entire backyard of Lot 4 (cross-sectioned
at 10' centers) and the elevation of the walk-out for
this lot.
3. Revise the plan dated November 10, 1990, to expand the
existing contour elevation information down to Wilderness
Run Road including the two low areas located within Trapp
Farm Park and significant trees within these low areas.
4. Show the location of the sliding hill and its boundary
with the natural undisturbed vegetation area to the west
of the sliding hill.
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5. Show the extent of onstreet ponding at the low point of
Livingston Drive reflecting existing house elevation and
finished grades.
6. Show the extent of the existing land disturbance within
the Highline Park area resulting from the grading
performed during the fall of 1990.
It was understood that this information needs to be provided to
John Wingard by 8:00 a.m., on Monday, August 19, 1991. After
allowing three days for staff to review this information, we will
provide you with our comments to be taken into consideration in
preparing the final design plans.
The final design and schedule for implementation and completion
must be submitted to Ken Vraa no later than 8:00 a.m., on
Wednesday, August 28, in order for the Parks Department to do the
necessary reviews and commission packet preparation. This will
then be presented to the September 5 APRNRC meeting at which time
you and staff will discuss this issue with the Commission.
During this meeting you also indicated that Paul Grosz of Premier
Development is no longer involved in this or any other residential
development that you were previously involved with. You indicated
that you would follow up with a letter confirming this and
indicating the division of responsibilities to help staff identify
who should be the appropriate contact person for various issues and
concerns.
Recognizing the tight time frames involved and the need to complete
restoration work before the seeding season ends, there is no room
for any delays. With your cooperation, the City can help to ensure
that this problem will be addressed in a timely manner to the
satisfaction of the Commission and affected property owners.
Sincerely,
T omas A. Colbert, P.E.
Director of Public Works
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cc: Mike Foertsch, Assistant City Engineer
John Wingard, Development/Design Engineer
Steve Sullivan, Landscape Architect/Park Planner
Ken Vraa, Director of Parks & Recreation
MEMO TO: TOM COLBERT, DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS
FROM: JOHN WINGARD, DEVELOPMENT/DESIGN ENGINEER
DATE: AUGUST 29, 1991
SUBJECT: LEXINGTON POINTE 5TH ADDITION STORM SEWER OVERFLOW
The City has been meeting with Brad Swenson of Tri-Land, Inc., to
design a storm sewer overflow system to handle the runoff from high
intensity rainfall events from the low point of Livingston Drive in
Lexington Pointe 5th Addition.
A summary of the design parameters is outlined below:
1. The ponding in the street at the low point of Livingston Drive
will provide 0.66 acre feet of storage. This storage level
will not affect any houses. The ponding in the street will
rise 18" and then the excess runoff water will drain overland
to the south between Lots 4 and 5. The maximum flow draining
out the swale is 10 cubic feet per second.
2. A pond will be constructed in the Highline Corridor Park to
limit the flow out to a maximum of 5 cubic feet per second.
With the flow of 10 cfs draining to the pond from the swale
from Livingston Drive plus the backyard area of Lexington
Pointe 5th and the area of the park that will drain to the
pond, a pond of 0.45 acre feet must be constructed to limit
the flow out to 5 cfs.
3. The outlet for the pond shall be a 12" storm sewer line that
will drain to the east to a swale. The 12" line will be built
through a 4' high berm.
4. The 12" pond outlet pipe will drain into a swale or ditch with
a slope of 0.8%. The ditch will drain easterly through the
Highline Corridor to the east side of the large metal
transmission tower. At a point 30' northeast of the tower,
the ditch will end and the runoff water will drain through
dense grass and light woods. This area of dense grass is
steeply sloped, but the runoff water will spread out as the
water drains down the hill.
5. At the bottom of the hill, the runoff water will drain into a
low, wooded area in Trapp Farm Park. The low area is along
the north side of Wilderness Run Road and the low area will be
drained by a storm sewer on City Project No. 603.
Tri-Land has prepared a plan sheet showing the design of the storm
sewer overflow system for our review and approval.
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evelopment/Design Engineer
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cc: Ken Vraa, Director of Parks & Recreation
Mike Foertsch, Assistant City Engineer
Steve Sullivan, Park Planner
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCE
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 28, 1991
RE: PARK SERVICE AREA #16 STUDY
BACKGROUND:
Residents within Park Service Area #16 have previously petitioned the City Council for a
neighborhood park within walking distance of their home. You will recall that Park Area
#16 is a rather large service district, and is currently serviced by Sky Hill Park. (See
attached report for service area description)
The City Council received the neighborhood petition and directed staff to prepare a study
of the service area. They authorized the use of Tim Erkkila, Park Consultant, Westwood
Planning Services, to prepare the study. Mr. Erkkila's analysis is attached.
NEIGHBORHOOD INPUT:
In addition to the original petition, staff did hold an informal meeting on Thursday, July
25th, for area residents. Notification to the neighborhood was through the petition
representative. Unfortunately, only two individuals attended the meeting on the 25th,
which was intended to be a review of the rough draft of the analysis prepared by the
consultant.
In the last several days, the department has received 103 form letters from the
neighborhood identifying what they feel is needed in a park. Attached are three
representative copies of the form letters. Staff will make available the other copies at the
Advisory Commission meeting for your review. A tally has not been done on these,
however a quick review will indicate that the items most often checked were play
equipment, open play space and walking trails. Picnic areas and nature area were also
checked frequently; also checked were ball fields, followed by tennis courts. Mentioned
in the category of "other" were skating rink and bike paths.
FOR COMMISSION DISCUSSION:
The analysis by Mr. Erkkila raises some issues for the Commission to discuss. It would
be important for the Commission to separate two issues that are bound to be reviewed.
The first issue is "Should there be a park?" and the second issue is "Where should a park
be located?", assuming there is a need. Also, consideration given to land availability in
the park service section and the location of the existing park. There is a dichotomy
between these two, however there is a need to separate the issue to the extent that the
need is justified, and not that the location exists, therefore a park.
It would be appropriate for the Advisory Commission to make a recommendation on this
issue to the City Council. The form of that recommendation could be any one of a
number of alternatives, including recommendation that the Park Service Area provide for
another park, the park service district has no need for another park, or the City Council
give consideration for a neighborhood park with emphasis toward certain facilities. It is
not essential for the Advisory Commission, at this time, to make a determination of where
a park should be.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION:
To make a recommendation to the City Council on Park Service #16, concerning the
need for a second neighborhood park.
KV/bls
Attachment
1655 Donald Court
Eagan, MN 55121
August 30, 1991
Ken Vraa
Eagan Park Director
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
Re: Park Drainage/Trapp Park
Dear Ken;
On August 28, 1991, I met with John Wingard, Mike Foertsch,
Steve Sullivan and yourself to review storm water runoff
from Lexington Pointe onto Eagan park property. After
discussion and review, I agreed to do the following:
1. Create a ponding area and grade a swale starting from
the back of Lot 3, Block 3, Lexington Pointe Fifth Addition
and extending slightly beyond the Northern States Power
pedestal which is located on Eagan park property.
2. In grading the swale, we will minimize disturbance of
existing vegetation to the greatest extent possible, and
maximize permitted slope.
3. Place a wood fiber blanket along disturbed sloped areas
which are part of the swale.
4. Construction shall commence Friday, September 6, 1991,
and restoration and erosion control measures shall be
completed no later than Monday, September 9.
5. Enclosed is the proposed plan showing construction
limits.
Your anticipated cooperation in resolving this issue is
appreciated.
Very trul your
/
Bradley . Swenson
To: Ken Vraa and Parks and Recreation Staff/Advisory Commission
Re: The Proposed Park for Hampton Heights/Stoney Point and
Adjacent Neighborhoods.
Checked below is what I/we feel is needed in our neighborhood park:
Open space for play
Play equipment
Ball field
Walking trails
Picnic areas
Natural areas
Tennis courts
Other
Reasons we need a neighborhood park include: small lot sizes, lack of
sidewalks, existing parks are not safely accessible to children, high
number of children, higher density of people than originally
forecasted for our area, regular use of neighborhood streets as a
throughwa by city maintenance trucks, and euva, "
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Signature
Address
Ken Vraa
Department of Parks & Recreation
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
To: Ken Vraa and Parks and Recreation Staff/Advisory Commission
Re: The Proposed Park for Hampton Heights/Stoney Point and
Adjacent Neighborhoods.
Checked below is what I/we feel is needed in our neighborhood park:
Open space for play
Play equipment
Ball field
Walking trails
Picnic areas
Natural areas
Tennis courts
Other
Reasons we need a neighborhood park include: small lot sizes, lack of
sidewalks, existing parks are not safely accessible to children, high
number of children, higher density of people than originally
forecasted for our area, regular use of neighborhood streets as a
throughway by city maintenance trucks, and
Signature
Address
' ~CJ
Ken Vraa
Department of Parks & Recreation
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55122
To: Ken Vraa and Parks and Recreation Staff/Advisory Commission
Re: The Proposed Park for Hampton Heights/Stoney Point and
Adjacent Neighborhoods.
Checked below is what I/we feel is needed in our neighborhood park:
Open space for play
Play equipment
Ball field X__
Walking trails
Picnic areas
Natural areas
Tennis courts Other (?)a31
Reasons we need a neighborhood park include: small lot sizes, lack of
sidewalks, existing parks are not safely accessible to children, high
number of children, higher density of people than originally
forecasted for our area, regular use of neighborhood streets as a
throughway by city maintenance trucks, and
Signature
Address
SEP-03-1991 12:05 FROM WESTWOOD PROF. SERVICES TO 4548363 P.02
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FINDINGS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK SERVICE AREA 516
RAGAN, MINNESOTA
This letter summarizes our planning review of the park needs for PSA16. After
reviewing the neighborhood's request, extensive material gathered by the City
staff, and the Parks System Plan, we present the following findings and
recommendations.
FINDINGS
1. According to the Park System Plan, the optimal neighborhood park service
area has a 112 mile radius. Park Service Areas (PSAS) 14, 16, 20, 23,
32 and 33 all have significant areas outside the 1/2 mile radius
parameter.
2. Only 2 PSAS, 16 and 32, have distances between the existing parks and
the farthest residences of over 1-1/2 miles.
3. The Park System Plan provides a neighborhood park population service
parameter of 2000-5000. The buildout population of PSA 16 (6,408)
exceeds the iaaximum by 28%. In comparison, the buildout population of
PSA 32 (2,025) falls within and near the low and of the parameter.
4. Facilities at the existing neighborhood park in PSA 16, Sky Hill Park,
are used for programmed recreation, and therefore are not always
available for neighborhood use.
5. The area in PSA 16 that lies outside the 1/2 mile park service radius is
a relatively solid geometric area that could be easily served with a
single new site as opposed to a long narrow piece of land.
6. of the PSAS adjacent to PSA 16, only #19 has a buildout population of
over 5,000 (6,347). However, 19 has good park service area coverage.
7. Of the total buildout population of PSA 16, 2,075 will lie outside the
1/2 mile radius of Sky Hill and Slackhawk Parks, which exceeds the
minimum population parameter warranting a neighborhood park.
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PSA 16 is the only service area in which all the following conditions exist:
* a significant area outside the 1/2 mile park service radius
* a distance between the parks and farthest residences of 1-1/2
miles
* a buildout population that exceeds 5,000 people
SEP-03-1991 12:06 FROM WESTWOOD PROF. SERVICES TO 4548363 P.03
Findings and Recommendations - Neighborhood Park Service Area 16
September 3, 1991
Page 2
FINDINGS RATIONALE
Siting a park site in the area outside the 1/2 mile park service radius would
be reasonable and efficient for the following reasons:
* At build-out the area will have a population of 2,075, which
exceeds the minimum threshold warranting a neighborhood park
* The shape of the area is relatively compact
* The residents of the area have felt a need for a park site.
RECONA*NDATION
Based on the findings, analysis and rationale, we can make the following
recommendations:
1. Pursue acquisition of park land in the northeast area of PSA 16 of
at least 6 acres
2. Develop as a mini-park for the short term (play equipment and open
space)
3. Future development of additional facilities can be based on site
suitability, neighborhood and facility standards.
4. If possible, the site should remain open for non-programmed, local
resident activities.
Respectfully submitted by:
WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, INC.
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Timothy W. Erkkila Anne B. Dearing
TOTAL P.03
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVAN, PARKS PLANNER/LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
DATE: JUNE 28, 1991
RE: PARK SERVICE AREA #16
PARKS NEEDS STUDY
Background
The request for additional parkland in P. S. A. #16 was brought forth by the neighborhood
at the June 26, 1990, Planning Commission Meeting. The Planning Commission was
reviewing the downzoning of Study Area "I" from R-4 to R-1. The residents presented a
petition requesting specific parkland needs be met via acquisition and development of a park
within this study area.
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The petitioners request for a parks need study are based on the following concerns:
Land use changes since the 1982 Parks System Plan resulted in higher population in
P. S. A. #16. This population is not adequately served by Sky Hill Park.
° Children access to existing playgrounds at adjacent parks are too distant and unsafe.
° A study would provide an objective evaluation of the parkland needs within P.S.A.
#16. (See attached letter.)
The City Council at the September 18 1990, meeting authorized staff to proceed with the
parkland needs study as requested.
Parks Need Study Process
Parks Department staff will initiate the study request via a draft report. The draft study will
be provided to a park consultant for review and recommendations. This draft will be revised
according to these recommendations and presented to the neighborhood and the Advisory
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resource Commission. Upon Commission review, the report
will be brought before the City Council.
Comprehensive Parks System Plan -
In 1982 the City of Eagan adopted a
Comprehensive Park System Plan. This _ 4 -
working document provides the framework
for development, acquisition, funding and
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parkland standards for Eagan 's Park 10
System. Since its inception, this document - _
has been the basis for all planning efforts - ' 19
within Eagan's park system. This reports 14F 1%
will rely on the proven strength of the
Comprehensive Parks Systems Plan.
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within the City of Eagan. The study area is 32
located within Planning District #2.
Figure 2 Park Planning Districts
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 3
The Comprehensive Parks Systems Plan further distills the City of Eagan into 38
Neighborhood Park Service Areas. The intent of this "designation" is to meet recreation
needs within a neighborhood park which is accessible and within reasonable proximity to all
residents in Eagan. This study is located within Neighborhood Park Service Area #16 which
is currently served by Sky Hill Park.
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The Park System Plan as a result of "specialization" has developed classifications and
corresponding standards. These parkland classifications are as follows:
1. Mini-Park 4. Community Park 7. Special Use Park
2. Neighborhood Park 5. Linear Park 8. School Park
3. Community Athletic Field 6. Historic Park 9. Regional Park
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 4
The scope of this report will focus on the classifications and standards of the mini-park and
neighborhood park. A "mini-park" is defined as a park for local recreation which is not large
enough to be a complete Neighborhood Park. The mini-park may either serve a smaller
service area or provide only a limited number of facilities. The site must be usable for its
intended purpose and is not intended to be a "catch all" classification. The typical mini-park
provides very limited and basic facilities such as play equipment or an open field games area.
Several mini-parks within a Park Service Area could collectively be considered as a
Neighborhood Park if each of the Mini-Parks contained one or more of the necessary
components of a complete Neighborhood Park. Ideally, a city would have no mini-parks.
They are only provided when there is a park need in an area which cannot be fulfilled in any
other way.
A "neighborhood park" is defined as a park designed primarily for local, recreational
activities on a park service area basis. Neighborhood parks are the basic unit and will be
the most common type of park in the system. Facilities provided in the basic neighborhood
park are a 250' x 250' open field game area, paved hard courts games area and trails, play
equipment facilities for preschool and elementary age children and a passive or natural area.
Optional facilities which may be found here are improved ballfields, soccer fields, tennis
courts, hockey and skating rinks and parking. The optimal service area is usually within 1/2
mile radius and should not extend beyond major access barriers. A neighborhood park must
be a minimum of 4 acres but is typically 8 to 12 acres.
COMPO- USE SERVICE SITE SITE SITE
NENT AREA ATTRIBUTES LOCATION
Mini Park Serves a concentrated Services a Size Some portion High density
population, specific age small varies of the site must neighborhood
(City juris- group, or provides only service but be suitable for s where
diction or limited facilities on a area, usable the specific use typical private
private) local basis. Typically usually less area is which required yards do not
mini parks provide only than 1/4 typically the site. exist. May be
one or two basic mile 1 to 4 in locations
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paved hard courts within a typically Some natural parks need
(City juris- games area, trails, play 1/2 mile 20 to 12 amenities are better access
diction) equipment for preschool radius. acres desirable but to collector
and elementary age Service but may not required. streets.
children and a passive should not be as Must have at
or natural area. extend large as least 80' of
Optional facilities may beyond 20 frontage on a
include improved major acres. public street.
ballfields, soccer fields, barriers to
tennis courts, hockey access.
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population
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Figure #4 Park Standards
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 5
Inventory
Neighborhood Park Service Area #16 is served via Sky Hill Park. Sky Hill Park is a 10.25
acre parcel acquired in the early 1980's through park dedication. Sky Hill Park is located
at Blackhawk and Blue Cross Roads. The park facility program includes the following:
- 25 stall parking lot - basketball court - shelter building
- 2 hockey rinks - ballfield - 2 tennis courts
- pleasure skating rink - soccer field overlay - observation area
- playground - trails
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Sky Hill Park provides year round programmed and non-program recreation opportunities.
An example of the recreational programs include: Summer in the Park, EAA youth
baseball/soccer, tennis lessons, 3 man basketball, skating lessons and hockey.
The current population within the park service area is 3499. The current population count
of the park service area assume 100% capacity of existing units. Age data from the 1991
census has not been received, however; I. S. D. #196 estimates that the number of children
0 - 4 years old as .89/unit in 1990.
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 6
Assuming this estimate, the number of children 0-4 years old within P. S. A. #16 based on
the current number of units equals 1,339 children. This equates to 38% of the existing
population.
The projected build-at population within Park Service Area #16 is 6,408 assuming 100%
capacity of the existing and proposed units. It is difficult to estimate the timeframe for
build-out as well as the population by age.
A wide range of land uses exists within Park Service Area #16. Generally, single family
residential is located in the southern half, with an approximately equal mix of single family,
townhouse and multifamily within the northern half of the service area. Approximately one
half of the residential base is developed. A large undeveloped mixed residential parcel lie
within the northwest corner of the service area.
Analysis
The Comprehensive Parks System Plan recommends an optimal service area of 1/2 miles
which does not extend beyond natural barriers. Each park service area limit is based on
land use characteristics, natural/man-made barriers (roads, lakes), and geographic area.
These characteristic of a city's structure do not directly compliment the concentric geometry
of a 1/2 mile radius. Therefore as written within the Comprehensive Park System Plan, the
1/2 mile parameter is an optimal distance and not a maximum. Of the 36 park service area,
staff concludes that 30 provide a significant coverage using the 1/2 mile parameter. The
remaining six include larger areas outside the 1/2 mile parameter. These park service areas
are #14, #16, #20, #23, #32 and #33. Staff has evaluated each of these service areas and
concludes that several, although not meeting the 1/2 mile parameter, provide an adequate
park service level due to trailways, adjacent park locations outside the park service area,
email user nonulations and private park locations. V5J
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Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 7
Park service area # 16 is served primarily by Sky Hill Park. The build-out population within
1/2 mile of the park is 3,843. The park system also relies on community parks to
compliment neighborhood park service areas. The development of Blackhawk Community
Park will provide direct access with an array of recreation facilities which lie within the 1/2
mile parameter for service proximity. The build-out population in Park Service Area #16
within 1/2 mile of Blackhawk Park is 490. The northeast portion of the service area is
outside of the 1/2 mile parameter. At build-out, approximately 2,075 population will lie
outside the 1/2 mile service area of Sky Hill and Blackhawk Parks.
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As mentioned, the existing population of Park Service Area #16 is 3,499 with an estimated
build-out population of 6,408. The Comprehensive Park System Plan establishes a typical
service population for a neighborhood park ranging from 2,000 - 5,000 residents. Based on
this population parameter, Park Service Area #16 will exceed the range at build-out by
approximately 28%.
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 8
The Comprehensive Park System Plan lists the required and optional facility standards for
a neighborhood park. The required facilities including an open field area, hard court, trails
a.id play equipment are served by both Sky Hill and eventually, Blackhawk Park. The
optional facilities such as tennis courts, hockey rinks, pleasure rinks, shelter building are
included within Sky Hill Park. The development of Blackhawk Park will provide may
miscellaneous resource-oriented, optional facilities such as wildlife observation areas, fishing
docks, hiking trails, picnic pavilion, sledding hill, etc. As a result, the facility program for
Park Service Area #16 exceeds typical neighborhood standards.
The Comprehensive Park System Plan standard for neighborhood park location requires
accessibility to the intended service area. The ease of accessibility should directly relate to
the level of use, facility program and related service population. Sky Hill Park is a high use
park with an extensive facility program and high service population. The location of the
park is along the western perimeter of the park service area. Blackhawk Park lies to the
south. The result is a neighborhood and complimentary community park which serves a
large portion of the neighborhood population. A portion of the population with Park
Service Area #16 is not within a 1/2 mile radius to either Blackhawk or Sky Hill Park. The
current residents request for an additional park is from this population area. Access to this
area is provided via a sidewalk along Federal Drive and Ashbury Road. Several short links
are missing along Federal Drive. The trail at its furthest point would require a 1-1/2 mile
distance to Sky Hill Park and one mile to the north access of Blackhawk Park.
Summary
The citizens' request for this park's need study is based on these following concerns:
1. Land use changes since the 1982 Parks System Plan resulted in higher population in
Park Service Area #16. This population is not adequately served by Sky Hill Park.
The conclusion that land use changes have resulted in higher service area population
is incorrect. Based on Planning Department review, the land use changes since the
inception of the Comprehensive Park System Plan has decreased the estimated build-
out population by 464 persons. (See attached memo dated June 24, 1991.) The
point that the build out population is not adequately served by Sky Hill Park does not
include the service provided by Blackhawk Park. But yet, with both parks,
approximately 2,000 residents lie outside of these 1/2 mile service area. Of these
2,000 residents, approximately 1,031 have access to a playground within their
development. Both Surrey Garden Townhomes and Royal Oak Apartments have
installed small playgrounds. Approximately 900 people within single family homes
will be outside the 1/2 mile service area.
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
Page 9
2. Children access to existing playgrounds at adjacent parks are too distant and unsafe.
The 1 to 1-1/2 mile walk to an existing or future playground from the area outside
the 1/2 mile standard is longer than typical distance within the park system. Young
children would need to be driven or walk with adults to either Sky Hill or Blackhawk
Parks. Staff observed many older elementary and teens using the existing sidewalk
to get to Sky Hill Park.
3. A study would provide an objective evaluation of the parkland needs within Park
Service Area #16.
Staff and the City's consultant have provided this report in response to this concern.
The standards included within the Comprehensive Park Service Plan may be considered as
typical parameters for Eagan Parks System. Staff's review indicates that a majority of
Eagan's parks meet these standards. The decision makers may conclude that the standards
provided are guidelines for park development and acquisition. Increases in service
population and park proximity may be considered an acceptable exception to these
guidelines. Marginal deviations do not warrant the acquisition, development and
maintenance of additional neighborhood or mini-parks.
The decision makers may also consider in the case of this request that the high populations
and park proximity warrant the acquisition, development and maintenance of a mini-park.
As mentioned within the Comprehensive Park System portion of this report, a mini-park is
for local recreation with limited facilities, serving a 1/4 mile radius and at least 500 residents.
Staff has evaluated the undeveloped parcels outside the 1/2 mile proximity. Three parcels
could be considered for mini park acquisition. Parcels A and B are approximately 11 acres
and each support single family homes. Parcel C (Outlot C, Royal Oak Circle 1st Addition)
is approximately 6 acres and is currently tax forfeited. Staff has reviewed each parcel and
conclude each could accommodate a mini-park. Acquisition could be either by parks
dedication or purchase.
Park Service Area #16
June 28, 1991
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Recommendations:
The Commission may consider the following recommendations:
o Park Service Area #16 parkland needs are adequately served.
The missing sidewalk links along Federal Drive should be constructed providing
continuous access to Sky Hill Park.
° A mini-park should be provided within the northwest portion of Park Service Area
#16.
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M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Steve Sullivan, Landscape Architect/Park Planner
FROM: Kristy Marnin, Senior Planner fl1
DATE: June 24, 1991
SUBJECT: Comprehensive Land Use Guide Plan Changes to P.S.A. #16
As requested, I have reviewed P.S.A. #16 for any changes in the
Land Use Guide Plan designations. Since 1982, the land use
designations of three areas within P.S.A. #16 have been amended.
Following is a description of these areas, the land use designation
changes, and the potential effect of these changes on residential
population.
• Rasmussen Business College
Comprehensive Guide Plan amendment changing the land use
designation of 8.5 acres located in the SE 1/4 of the NE 1/4
of Section 16 from D-III (Mixed Residential, 6-12 DU/A) to LB
Limited Business. This change results in an estimated
reduction of 77 future dwelling units within P.S.A. #16.
• Area K
Comprehensive Guide Plan amendment changing the land use
designation of 11 acres located in the S 1/2 of Section 17
from D-IV (Mixed Residential, 12+ DU/A) to D-III (Mixed
Residential, 6-12 DU/A). This change results in an estimated
net reduction of 33 future dwelling units within P.S.A. #16.
• Area I
Comprehensive Guide Plan amendment changing the land use
designation of 16 acres located in the SW 1/4 of the NE 1/4 of
Section 16 from D-III (Mixed Residential, 6-12 DU/A) to D-II
(Mixed Residential, 0-6 DU/A). This change results in an
estimated net reduction of 96 future dwelling units within
P.S.A. #16.
As a result of these three land use amendments, the potential
number of future dwelling units has been reduced by an estimated
net total of 206 units. The ultimate population in P.S.A. #16 may
therefore be reduced by an estimated 464 persons.
Assumptions Used for Calculations: Changes in the potential future
dwelling units were calculated using gross acreages and the average
or estimated density likely for each residential designation, as
follows: D-II, 3 units per acre; D-III, 9 units per acre; and D-
IV, 12 units per acre.
Steve Sullivan
June 24, 1991
Page Two
The loss in potential future population was calculated using the
total reduction in dwelling units and a factor of 2.25 person per
dwelling unit. This factor represents an average of the projected
number of persons per dwelling unit for all dwelling unit types for
the year 2010. For comparison, the Census reported an average of
2.72 persons per household in 1990.
If you have any questions regarding this information, please
advise.
cc: Dale Runkle
5
November 7, 1990
Dear Mayor Egan and City Council Members,
It is our understanding from Mr. Vraa that the first step to
take towards possibly establishing a neighborhood park is for the
City Council to initiate a study of the neighborhood's need for a
park. We are asking, along with the 87 people who signed the
enclosed petition, that the Council give the Parks and Recreation
Department the directive to conduct such a study.
The need of our children for a safe play area is not met by
the existing parks. As noted in our letter of October 9, the
comprehensive park plan developed in 1982 did not take into
account the number of single family homes in this area since more
have been built here than originally planned. As a result, the
plan developed does not meet the recreational needs of our
children. Blackhawk Park is not only too distant (the developed
area is on the other side of the lake) but is also a passive park
which is not the appropriate type of park for the large number of
small children in our neighborhood. Skyline Park is a fair
distance, is located at the crossroads of two roads which are
heavily trafficked, and is often occupied by sports teams.
Quarry Park is located across Yankee Doodle Road from our
neighborhood, which as you know is too major a thoroughfare for
children to cross on their way to a park.
A formal study would provide the means for an unbiased
person to determine not only whether our area needs a
neighborhood park, but also what should go into the park. Our
children would be much better served by the decisions being based
on the study than on our whims or the whims of a developer.
Thank you for your consideration. Please keep us informed
of the process. We will contact you if we do not hear anything
soon.
Sincerely, 4~~ `41la4kha-I M ilia,
Joseph A. kj-
Davitt Martha M. Franke
1572 Pacific Ave. 1584 Pacific Ave.
Eagan, MN 55122 Eagan, MN 55122
688-6269 452-1360
cc: Ken Vraa
)LEMORANDUM
TO: Ken Vraa, Parks and Recreation Director
FROM: Kristy Marnin, Senior Planner
DATE: March 15, 1991
8??BJECT: Dwelling Unit and Population Counts for
Park Service Areas 9, 16, 19 and 20
The Attached sheet provides a tabulation of dwelling units and
estimated population in Park Service Areas 9, 16, 19 and 20, both
for current and ultimate conditions. The following provides an
explanation of the data.
• The current dwelling unit count represents actual
existing units.
• The current population count was calculated by using
estimated persons per dwelling unit factors of 3.25 for
single-family, 2.14 for townhouse, and 1.84 for multi-
family. (Census data on actual population by areas within
the City has not yet been received; therefore, the above
estimates were used).
• The ultimate dwelling unit count represents existing
units plus all potential future units (i.e., build-out),
considering vacant platted residential lots and vacant
unplatted residential property. Dwelling unit type and
potential for vacant unplatted property was calculated
using Land Use Guide Plan and/or zoning densities.
• The ultimate population count was calculated. by using
projected persons per dwelling unit factors of 3.0 for
single-family, 2.0 for townhouse, and 1.9 for multi-
family.
• Both the current and ultimate population counts assume
100 percent occupancy. As such, the population counts
are likely to be maximums, assuming all other factors
hold true.
Age data from the 1990 Census has not yet been received. However,
ISD 196 estimates that the number of children per dwelling unit
(students plus 0-4 year olds) was .89 in 1990. Assuming that this
statistic holds true for the entire City, including Park Service
Areas 9, 16, 19 and 20, then this factor of .89 could be used with
the dwelling unit information to calculate the estimated number of
children in each of these Park Service Areas.
If you have any questions regarding this information, please
advise.
DWELLING UNIT AND POPULATION ESTIMATES
FOR PARK DISTRICTS 9, 16, 19 AND 20
MARCH 1991
CURRENT
PARK SF TH MF TOTAL TOTAL
DISTRICT UNITS UNITS UNITS UNITS POP
9 207 613 670 1490 3218
16 459 282 763 1504 .~c1 3499
19 1057 178 988 2223 5634
20 221 174 0 395 1090
ULTIMATE
PARK SF TH MF TOTAL TOTAL
DISTRICT UNITS UNITS UNITS UNITS POP
9 213 805 814 1832 3796
16 734 1378 763 2875 6408
19 1062 642 988 2692 6347
20 373 209 0 582 1537
AUGUST HAPPENINGS
1.* In the twenty-two (22) different adult softball leagues, 1,346 league games were played this summer.
In addition, 329 tournament and play-off games occurred. Two hundred six (206) teams participated
with approximately 3,000 rostered players. The season ran from late April through August. Fall
softball began August 19, 20 and 21 with three leagues.
2.* Summer adult soccer will conclude the season which ran from June 2 through August 4. Fall
soccer began August 18. Eight teams participated this summer.
3.* Camp Creative concluded its seven week run Friday, August 2nd with a "Taste of Eagan". They will
be doing wild and zany antics with food. Each Friday they have had a different theme to tap into
the creative juices of the 50-60 youth participating.
4.* The second annual youth tennis tournaments held July 29 and 30 at Northview Park, drew 63
participants, competing in 10 categories of play. This compares to 23 participants a year ago!
Staff attributes this three-fold increase to:
o Patty Mraz, who directs the South of the River Tennis Camps and the Jr. Tennis League for
the Department. She is a knowledgeable teacher/coach whose approach to working with
youth is a balance of support, challenge, and encouragement.
o Northview Athletic tennis courts, which work so well as a facility for this tennis program.
The aesthetic factor cannot be ruled out, as the ambiance of the site lends itself well to the
"tennis atmosphere".
o The parents of the youth tennis program participants who market the program by word of
mouth, adding to the success of the activity through their vocal support.
5.* St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Concert: Early focus has been on work with Ticketmaster to enable
ticket sales to begin on August 1: (achieved)
Marketing has been the second major early focal point. Flyers and posters are at the printer, press
releases have been sent, Cable TV promo's have been written. John Griggs is directing the effort
to involve area Chambers of Commerce.
Finally, to date, details with Eagan High School have been identified, discussed and assigned to
either Community Education, to the school or to the Department/Special Event Committee.
6.* Eagan High School will be able to move all physical education and co-curricular sports onto their
own complex this fall. The Tennis Teams play on the Northview courts, of course. This is good
news to the school and to the Department. Dakota Hills Middle School, on the other hand, will
continue to use the Northview Athletic Complex, Assistant Principal, Jim DeLong reports that the
DHMS fields must be re-seeded this fall. Middle School football practices will again occur on the
City's softball complex as has been necessary the last two years.
7.* The Department received a $1,000 grant from the Northwest Tennis Association for the Jr. Team
Tennis program. This assistance allowed the Department to staff the activity at the level required
to provide a meaningful experience for the participants.
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8.* A survey was sent to a random sample of parents of Summer-in-The-Park participants. Returns
have been coming in. It is hoped that a tally of results can be made very soon and that an analysis
of the responses can be prepared within the next month.
9.* Planning for fall activities has commenced. The task can be addressed aggressively following the
wind-up of summer programs.
10.* National Youth Sports Coaching Clinics are in the process of being conducted for soccer and
football coaches. Both Eagan Athletic Association and Rosemount Area Athletic Association
Coaches are served. It is anticipated that 30-40 coaches will participate.
11.* Approximately 150 people attended the performance by the Greater Twin Cities Youth Symphony
at Trapp Farm Park on July 24. This event was one of the Evening in the Park series of
performances.
The series returned to Cedar Pond Park for the final two performance groups. The Apple Valley
Puppet Wagon appeared on July 31, followed by Cinnamon Stix and Company on August 7.
12.* As the start of EAA fall activities in soccer and football approach, the scope of participation
becomes more clear. Football added a program for 3rd & 4th grade boys. The number of
participants doubled from 85 in 1990 to 170 this fall.
For the in-house soccer program, once again, only four (4) EAA teams at the older age levels will
compete in Burnsville Athletic Club leagues. All others, from grades Kindergarten to seven (7) will
stand alone. Ohmann Park will be used extensively.
13.* Baseball activity at Goat Hill ended on Sunday, August 4 with the last Eagan Bulls game. The site
hosted 35 games on the minor field and 76 games on the major field. Teams that benefitted from
playing on the Goat Hill fields were: Eagan High School, Dakota Hills Middle School, Eagan Travel
Baseball, 2-12 year old, a 13 year old, and a 15 year old team. Youth VFW and Legion teams and
the Eagan Bulls round off the list of teams.
In addition, scheduled practices were too numerous to count, suffice it to say that scheduling was
done virtually every day from early May through Mid-July!
14.* The Twin Cities Tree Trust Program (Summer Youth Work Crew) completed installation of a
playground perimeter and a new planter box at Ohmann Park. The group then moved to Carlson
Lake Park, where they have been actively working on the construction of an observation
deck/fishing dock on the east end of Carlson Lake. The crew has also been mulching shrub beds
and assisting with landscape installations at the park.
15.* Seventy-six (76) 8 and 9 year olds attended the Safety Camp sponsored by the Eagan Parks and
Recreation, Police and Fire Departments on August 5, 6 & 7. Highlights were presentations by the
Eagan Police K-9 Unit, learning how to call 911, eating McDonald's hamburgers for lunch, Dakota
Electric's program on electric safety, the Water Slide and the concluding picnic. It was an excellent
program for a joint effort with the other departments. Thomas Lake Park was the perfect setting for
this 1st time camp.
16.* Two-hundred-forty-six (246) youth enjoyed the Beach Party at Trapp Farm Park on July 25. A
barbecue, games and drawings were the highlights.
17.* Nineteen (19) 6 - 12 year olds attended the Sports and Games Camp at Bridle Ridge Park the week
of August 5-9. Activities such as basketball, track and field and a pizza and ice cream party were
enjoyed by all.
18.* The Eaganettes recital on August 1st, attracted over 325 spectators. One-hundred thirty (130) girls
danced on stage for what turned out to be another successful show.
19.* Summer-in-the-Park ended on August 1 with Pizza Parties at all sites. A total of 116 pizzas were
ordered to feed the 500+ kids who were signed up to participate.
20.* Nature Camp with 40 participants was held on August 12 & 13 at Thomas Lake Park, with Naturalist
Tim Lundahl leading the group.
21.* Park Maintenance workers Alex Lammers and Don Buecksler demonstrated their skills in two
construction projects during the month of July. The first project involved the installation of the
concrete stack block retaining wall along the newly installed blacktop trail adjacent to Wilderness
Run Road and Trapp Farm Park. Don and Alex also completed the installation of aggregate pads
and edgers in front of the dugouts at Goat Hill Park. This project will help to overcome some
erosion problems in the ball field area and provide for a safer and more aesthetically pleasing
experience for ball players.
22.* A new play structure was installed at Carlson Lake Park. This work was done by Maintenance
Workers Paul Graham, Alex Lammers, and Don Buecksler.
23.* Maintenance Workers Steve Hadden, along with seasonal employee Paul Szurek, continued the
construction of concrete pads under the bleachers at Rahn and Goat Hill Parks. Completed in the
second half of July and August were two pads on field #1 at Goat Hill and eight pads on fields #1
through #4 at Rahn Athletic Park and fields #5 and 6 at Northview Park. The purpose of installing
the pads is to provide a level surface for the bleachers, reduce weed trimming, and facilitate easier
litter pick up.
24.* A new trails access sign was installed off of Trenton Trail on the north side of Trapp Farm Park.
This trail corridor and soft trail is intended to offer residents living north of the park a more
convenient access point to the park.
25.* Turf maintenance continued through the month of July. This included the mowing and trimming of
more than 350 acres of turf at 50 sites, each week. In this regard, the new Toro 580-D High
Capacity Mower has greatly enhanced the efficiency and productivity of the mowing program, while
reducing dependence on the smaller, less efficient 72 inch rotary mowers. Other turf management
tasks completed during the month were the slicer/aerification and fertilization of all "Class I" irrigated
turf at the community athletic parks - Goat Hill, Rahn, and Northview Parks. Irrigation systems also
continued to run at full capacity at Goat Hill, Rahn, and Ohmann Parks. The Northview system,
however, is still out of service as a result of the lightning storm damage which incapacitated the
irrigation pump and controller. Irrigation will resume at the park once repairs to the building have
been completed.
26.* Preparations were made for the grand opening of Ohmann Park on July 20th. Among these tasks
were striping of the parking lot, installation of signs, restorative sodding, and preparation of the
soccer fields.
27.* The Parks and Recreation Department continued its strong working relationship with the Dakota
County Court Services Department. In the month of July, there were a number of court referred
volunteers who assisted the City in park maintenance projects. One restitution worker was assigned
to manually operating the irrigation system at Northview Park, while the controller is still in repair.
Another volunteer, with 160 hours, worked on a "full-time" basis during the month, along with the
regular maintenance staff. Two other volunteers have been assigned the staining of park benches
and retaining walls in various locations in the park system.
28.* The Forestry Department has submitted a grant application to the Small Business Administration for
the landscaping of Wescott Station Park. If approved, the City stands to receive $5,000 for
implementation of this project in calendar year 1992.
29.* During the month of July, the forestry crew continued work on implementation of landscaping plans
at Carlson Lake and Slater Acres Park. Replacement of dead trees and shrubs at Ohmann Park was
also done prior to the grand opening. Two hundred young trees were planted in the Patrick Eagan
nursery on the recently acquired McCarthy parcel. Trees were obtained from a wholesale
discounter at a cost of about five dollars each. Within five to seven years, they will be ready to
transplant in other parks at a considerably higher economic value. In addition to these tasks, the
Forestry Division also worked on mulching shrub beds and trees, irrigating newly planted trees, and
brushing hiking trails in various park locations.
30.« All invoices and credits are now in for the Department's concession operation for the Men's D
Region tournament. Gross receipts were $2,228.00. Expenditures for supplies and concession staff
salaries were $1,803.00. The Department realized $425.00 in revenue, which far exceeds the
amounts earned in previous years by charging parking fees.
The concession staff were a highly motivated, efficient group. They worked long hours, setting up
under the canopy and at the west building, scurrying to keep enough hot dogs ready for the crowds
of people at the complex and popping popcorn under generator power which could not quite
provide adequate amperage to allow the popper to heat up properly.
Staff is satisfied that over all for the season, despite the severe handicap the fire In the Northview
east building caused to a concession operation; gross revenues will slightly exceed 1990 levels and
the operation is in the black.
31.« The 1st Annual Summer Sand Volleyball league completed its season on August 21. The ten (10)
teams that participated have been complimentary of the courts. Several of the teams have
expressed interest in playing with the Department's fall indoor volleyball leagues.
32.« The Eagan Stagedoor Performers, after taking a "break" during July and August, will regroup in
September to lay plans for the upcoming year. Several board positions remain vacant.
33.« The Co-Rec Ultra-Slim Fast Tennis League has completed its season. The league works well in the
combined format with the City of Inver Grove Heights. A balance of match sites was achieved this
year, including Eagan teams to play in Eagan with greater regularity than previously.
Now that the Co-Recreational League is established, plans to offer a tennis league for men will be
formulated for next summer. Alternate formats, i.e., team, doubles only, singles only, designated
night of play, flexible nights of play are being considered. A singles ladder will not be offered. Staff
time is not available to daily update standings and send out said standings weekly.
34.« Eagan Athletic Association fall sports begin playing games on September 3. Ohmann Park is being
used for the first time. Also, overlay bantam soccer fields are lined on Rahn Athletic fields 2, 3 and
4 for the first time. Neighborhood parks such as Woodhaven, Meadowlands, Oak Chase, South
Oaks and Ridgecliff have long awaited relief from organized sports.
35. < The Down Under Tourn-A-Bout softball tournament was canceled due to low registration. This was
an open tourney designed for teams who finished their season with a won-lost record below .500.
It was scheduled for August 24, 25.
36. « Sixty-six teams played in the Region IV Men's D Tournament hosted by Eagan Parks and Recreation
on August 9, 10 and 11. Games filled Friday evening, Saturday from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M., and
Sunday from 9:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. at Northview Athletic Fields. Everything went smoothly and
netted $600 for the City, plus the business generated in town by 800 ball players and their fans.
37.<< Thirty-two film fans fancied the monthly Moonlight Movies on Mondays, August 12. Four children's
stories were shown behind the shelter building at Trapp Farm Park.
38.« Adult Fall Soccer began Sunday, August 18, at Ohmann park. Twelve (12) teams are playing in two
divisions. Games are scheduled Sundays through October 20.
39.<< Three-on-three Basketball ends Monday, August 26. Five teams have played at Sky Hill Park since
June 17.
40. « Registration begins August 26 for adult football. Co-Rec Flag, Seven-Man Touch and 4-Man Passing
Leagues are offered.
41.« Installation of play equipment at Downing Park/Oak Ridge Elementary School was being rushed to
insure completion by school opening. Late delivery caused the installation crew to work overtime
to meet the deadline for the school's opening.
42..« City staff is installing a trail in the Autumn Ridge Addition as a connection to Pinewood Elementary
School.
43. « Trapp Farm Park was host to the St. Thomas Becket Church for it's church picnic. Staff tells groups
wishing to use the park that it can only support groups of less than 250 comfortably. The church
reported that they had nearly 650 people in attendance. Parking did overflow into Wilderness Run
Road. No serious problems were reported by staff or the church representative. However, this use
does present a problem for City administrative staff as we have turned away groups that have said
they are larger than 250.
* City Council Meeting 9/2/91
Commission Meeting 9/5/91
MEMORANDUM
TO: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION
FROM: PAULA NOWARIAK, RECREATION SUPERVISOR
DATE: AUGUST 28, 1991
RE: 1991 SUMMER PROGRAM REPORT
The 1991 Summer Recreation programs exploded this year. Registrations increased
dramatically for many programs. A staff of 30 (20 returnees) kept the participants busy
for 9 weeks of programs. The 1991 staff proved to be the most experienced that I have
ever worked with. Several employees have worked for more than four years.
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Registrations for all programs were taken at the Eagan Municipal Center. A total of 1,173
(compared to 821 in 1990) children were registered in Summer in the Park and 148 in the
Playwagon Program (compared to 73 in 1990).
There were significant increases in many parks.
Park 1990 Total 1990 Average 1991 Total 1991 Average
Registrations Attendance Registrations Attendance
*Blackhawk 74 27 84 35
*Evergreen 56 17 91 34
*Ridgecliff 77 27 117 42
Walnut Hill 94 30 160 32
Rahn 105 34 104 30
Sky Hill 43 21 71 25
Quarry 26 12 37 13
*Northview 94 29 151 35
Goat Hill 5 & 6 (PM) 94 31 76 31
(limit 80)
Sky Hill 5 & 6 (AM) - - 62 29
Bridle Ridge (AM) - - 163 40
South Oaks (AM) - - 57 16
1991 Summer Program Report
August 28, 1991
Page 2
As you can see from the tabulations, Evergreen, Blackhawk, Ridgecliff and Northview had
the highest park average increases. Summer in the Park field trips also saw an increase.
Skateville attracted 293 children. The Twins game was limited to the first 200 to sign up
and Circus Arcade registered 269. The Picnic at Trapp Farm totaled 300 and the final day
Pizza Party saw over 500 children enjoy pizza. (116 pizzas were ordered!)
Bridle Ridge was added as a Summer in the Park morning site this year. Registrations
continued to come in all summer long. Seventy-five (75) children attended the first day
with steady participation throughout the summer. Average attendance was 40 children.
South Oaks was also a morning site in place of Lakeside Park which became a
Playwagon site. Attendance was steady at South Oaks with an average of 16 children.
A Summer in the Park morning site was offered for 5 and 6 year olds at Sky Hill Park for
the first time this year. Sixty-two (62) children were registered with an average daily
attendance of 29.
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Eaganettes was another well received program. One hundred forty-four children were
registered compared to 143 in 1990 and 94 in 1989. Over 130 children marched in the
Fourth of July parade taking Second Place in their division. One hundred twenty-five
participated in the recital with over 325 people (moms, dads, grandparents) in attendance.
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Safety Camp was a new program for the City in 1991. The camp was sponsored by the
Eagan Fire, Police and Parks and Recreation Departments. Seventy-six (76) 8 and 9 year
olds listened to presentations by the DNR, Dakota Electric, Eagan Police K-9 unit, Fire
Department and others. The camp was very successful and plans are already under way
for next year.
A Nature Camp was also offered for the first time on August 12 and 13. The camp
registration was filled with 40 children within the first two weeks of registration. Naturalist
Tim Lundahl of the Minnesota Interpretive Learning Programs led the children through
Thomas Lake Park on insect hunts, making and tasting honey, making leaf print t-shirts
and playing nature related games.
Lundahl commented that Thomas Lake Park was "by far the best location that I have
utilized this summer. It offers fantastic natural diversity (native prairie, oak and aspen
forests, several wetlands) in a compact setting with very nice facilities as well." Due to the
popularity of this program, plans will be made to expand it in the future.
1991 Summer Program Report
August 28, 1991
Page 3
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Summer Fun Day Trips were very popular for the first time in many years. One reason
for the popularity may be the increased marketing that is being done for this program.
Tiny Tots registrations decreased again this year. In 1989, 122 children were registered,
1990 83 children and 1991 72 children. Lower registrations were anticipated for 1991,
therefore only 4 sections were offered compared to 6 sections in past years. One reason
for the decrease in Tots registration may be the addition of Summer in the Park for 5 and
6 year olds. Other reasons are still being evaluated.
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In other summer youth programs, participation was steady. Sports Camp, Games Kids
Play, Fitness and Fun, Preschool Movement and Imagine That were all well attended.
Recreational T-Ball increased from 58 participants in 1990 to 72 participants in 1991.
There were 11 requests from families for program fee assistance. A total of $313.50 in
registration fees were assumed by the Department to cover these requests.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION
FROM: JON OYANAGI, RECREATION SUPERVISOR
DATE: AUGUST 23, 1991
RE: SUMMER RECREATION REPORT
This report reviews the activities and events of the 1991 summer season. Many hours
were spent to plan, develop, implement and evaluate the programs offered. A high level
of energy is expended to provide quality leisure time experiences to all people involved.
From all indications, this has been a largely successful summer of recreation.
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Three monthly movie nights on Mondays were planned. Nature shows were the theme
for June's event. Old time comedies entertained viewers in July. In August, children's
stories were put to film. Attendance averaged around forty each night. All attending
enjoyed the movies outdoors behind the shelter building at Trapp Farm Park. The
weather cooperated by providing three beautiful evenings. The program is so simple to
run that it can be offered again with any number attending.
ARCH a (I ll*ASQNS
This program was canceled due to low (three) registration. All three registrants were
referred to a free introductory class run by 4-H at a private range. The cost of our
lessons ($30) may have been a deterrent. The instructor and equipment pushed the fee
to that level.
Both clubs did not formally meet. The reasoning is that most people do these activities
heavily during the summer, and don't require formal motivation in the form of meetings
and planned trips. We did have a few members call in regularly to report mileage on their
way to earning the various awards.
Coach Bob Sadek, from Eagan High School, led three camps for baseball youth. The
hitting camp had fifty-two participants. The Kindergarten through fifth grade camp had
fifty-one ball players. Twenty-six campers were in the sixth grade and higher session.
For a first year program this was highly successful. Improvements were discussed, so
that next year can be even bigger and better. The level of instruction is top notch, of
course.
Summer Report
Jon Oyanagi
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The format used the last two years has been very successful. For seven weeks, campers
meet Friday mornings and enjoy a different theme each week. Video, music, food,
drama, problem solving and more are enjoyed in creative and zany ways. Two sessions,
divided by ages, were often filled to the limit of thirty each.
ONWOMMMM!
Five teams participated every Monday from June 17 through August 26, at Sky Hill Park.
ROLIlr`R NfAI ..A..
A small group of about twenty in-line roller skaters enjoyed races June 15 at Rahn Athletic
Park. Certificates were awarded to all and ribbons were won by the top three finishers
in the sprint, obstacle course and long distance races. Five age groups were
represented. The street hockey on in-line skates did not receive any registrations.
AQUA T S : BAL
Two-hundred six teams played in twenty-two different leagues playing at Northview
Athletic and Rahn Athletic Monday through Friday evenings. In addition, week-end
tournaments were played throughout the summer. Parks and Recreation ran five week-
end tournaments. Approximately 1,700 games were played by more than 3,000 rostered
players. The highlight was in hosting the sixty-six team Men's D, Region IV Tournament
on August 9, 10 and 11. Overall, this was one of the more incident free seasons in
memory. A truly enjoyable recreational experience.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: Of DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION
DATE: AUGUST 22, 1991
RE: EAGAN HIGH SCHOOL/DAKOTA HILLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
USE OF THE NORTHVIEW ATHLETIC COMPLEX THIS FALL
BACKGROUND:
The Commission may recall that during the fall of the 1990-91 school year, Eagan High
School and Dakota Hills Middle School used Northview Athletic facilities for all of their
physical education classes, for co-curricular soccer practices and games; and for Middle
School football team practices. (In fact, facilities at Bridle Ridge Park, Mueller Farm Park
and Walnut Hill Park were also used daily). The heavy usage of the City's facilities was
necessitated by the circumstance of the school district's outdoor facilities not being ready for
use.
1991-92 School Year:
There is good news and bad news for this school year, pertaining to the school district's use
of the Northview complex. The good news is that Eagan High School will not have to use
facilities at Northview this fall. On the other hand, Dakota Hills Middle School will continue
to use Northview at the same level as in the past.
The middle school play fields have again been re-seeded. Staff have met with Assistant
Principal, Jim DeLong to assess the status of the Middle School fields with an eye to the
spring and community use of school facilities. No commitments have been achieved as
successful turf development can not be controlled or guaranteed. Staff will continue to
monitor the progress of the middle school facilities.
No discussion has been held concerning the schools' day to day facility needs in the spring.
Northview Athletic will host the Region 1AA girls fast pitch play-off in May. To date that
tournament is the only firm spring use of Northview by the schools. However, the Northview
facilities will continue to be used for physical education classes.
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OWOBOPTE Q"UnitedWay
REHABILITATION affiliated agency"
INDUSTRIES
INCORPORATED Equal Opportunity
A Rehabilitation Agency Serving the Dakota County Area Employer
August 14, 1991
Eagan Municipal Center
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, Minnesota 55122
To Whom It May Concern:
On August 13th, my company, Owobopte Rehabilitation Industries, Inc, held its
annual client/staff picnic. We contracted with you to use Trapp Farm Park for
that day. Since we are new to the Eagan area (June, 1991) and we had to con-
sider the special needs of our clients (mentally and physically disabled adults),
we had to be especially concerned with safety, wheelchair accessibility and
cleanliness.
Another staff member and I physically researched the larger parks in the Eagan
area (we needed space for 150-200 people). We ultimately selected Trapp Farm
Park as it fit our needs.
Our picnic is over and I am compelled to write this letter.
We must commend you for your beautiful, clean and well-kept parks. Trapp
Farm Park specifically, was wonderful. Your staff were very accommodating
(they even filled our dunk tank with water they warmed by letting the truck
sit in the sun!), The park attendant was at hand during the day, making
sure we were taken care of and didn't have a need. The cabana area, grills,
bathrooms and ground were very clean.
The citizens of Eagan should be so proud of their park system and the
department who takes care of the facilities.
We all had a wonderful, fun and safe day. Everyone was so impressed and
we can't wait to come back next year.
Thank you Eagan and the Eagan Parks and Recreation Department for making
our annual picnic the best we have ever had.
Sincerely,
6"&4:~bw~
Barbara J. Anderson
Public Relations
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EAGAN, M S OTA
1990 POPULATION = 47,409 1980 POPULATION = 20,700
• 3RD FASTEST GROWING CITY IN MINNESOTA
BETWEEN 1980 AND 1990
• 2ND LARGEST CITY IN DAKOTA COUNTY IN
1990
• 12TH LARGEST CITY IN MINNESOTA
SOURCE: 1980 AND 1990 U.S. CENSUS
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
1990 HOUSING UNITS = 18,450
1980 HOUSING UNITS = 7206
A 1990 AVERAGE PERSONS PER HOUSEHOLD =
2.72
A 1990 MEDIAN VALUE OF AN OWNER-OCCUPIED
UNIT = $104,300
A 1990 MEDIAN RENT = $555
SOURCE: 1980 AND 1990 U.S. CENSUS
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
AGE
1990 MEDIAN AGE = 28.9
1980 MEDIAN AGE = 25.9
1980 1990
SCHOOL AGE 5,279 8,799
(5 - 17 YEARS)
26% of 19% of
total total
population population
SENIORS 442 988
(65 & OVER)
2%of 2%of
total total
population population
SOURCE: 1980 AND 1990 CENSUS
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
RACE
1990 % OF
TOTAL TOTAL
WHITE 44,401 93.7%
BLACK 1,143 2.4%
ASIAN/PACIFIC ISLANDER 1,492 3.1%
AMERICAN INDIAN/ESKIMO/
ALEUTIAN 157 0.3%
OTHER 216 0.5%
TOTAL POPULATION 47,409
HISPANIC* 595 1.25%
*U.S. Census Bureau defines Hispanics as "of any race" and includes them
in the above totals for each race.
SOURCE: 1990 U.S. CENSUS
Table 1. Selected Population and Housing Characteristics: 1990
- Eagan city, Dakota County, Minnesota
The population counts set forth herein are subject to possible correction for undercount
or overcount. The United States Department of Commerce is considering whether to correct
thyese counts and will publish corrected counts, if any, not later than July 15, 1991.
Total population 47,409 Total housing units 18,450
SEX OCCUPANCY AND TENURE
Hale 23,499 Occupied housing units 17,427
Female 23,910 Owner occupied 11,996
Percent owner occupied 68.8
AGE Renter occupied 5,431
Under 5 years 5,298 Vacant housing units 1,023
5 to 17 years 8,799 For seasonal, recreational,
18 to 20 years 1,336 or occasional use 35
21 to 24 years 3,004 Homeowner vacancy rate (percent) 2.7
25 to 44 years 22,354 Rental vacancy rate (percent) 8.5
45 to 54 years 3,919
55 to 59 years 1,033 Persons per owner-occupied unit 2.94
60 to 64 years 678 Persons per renter-occupied unit 2.22
65 to 74 years 730 Units with over 1 person per room 295
75 to 84 years 220
85 years and over 38 UNITS IN STRUCTURE
Median age 28.9 1-unit, detached 9,528
1-unit, attached 2,961
Under 18 years 14,097 2 to 4 units 394
Percent of total population 29.7 5 to 9 units 488
65 years and over 988 10 or more units 4,992
Percent of total population 2.1 Mobile home, trailer, other 87
HOUSEHOLDS BY TYPE VALUE
Total households 17,427 Specified owner-occupied units 10,676
Family households (families) 12,585 Less than $50,000 62
Married-couple families 10,780 550,000 to $99,999 4,820
Percent of total households 61.9 $100,000 to $149,999 4,066
Other family, male householder 429 $150,000 to $199,999 1,270
Other family, female householder 1,376 $200,000 to $299,999 400
Nonfamily households 4,842 $300,000 or more 58
Percent of total households 27.8 Median (dollars) 104,300
Householder living alone 3,308
Householder 65 years and over 201 CONTRACT RENT
Specified renter-occupied units
Persons living in households 47,355 paying cash rent 5,346
Persons per household 2.72 Less than $250 109
$250 to $499 1,572
GROUP QUARTERS $500 to 5749 3,355
Persons living in group quarters 54 $750 to $999 291
Institutionalized persons - $1,000 or more is
Other persons in group quarters 54 Median (dollars) 555
RACE AND HISPANIC ORIGIN RACE AND HISPANIC ORIGIN
White 44,401 OF HOUSEHOLDER
Black 1,143 Occupied housing-units 17,42i
Percent of total population 2.4 White 16,55:
American Indian, Eskimo, or Aleut 157 Black 401
Percent of total population 0.3 Percent of occupied units 2.2
Asian or Pacific Islander 1,492 American Indian, Eskimo, or Alsut 4:
Percent of total population 3.1 Percent of occupied units 0.2
Other race 216 Asian or Pacific Islander 37C
Hispanic origin (of any race) 595 Percent of occupied units 2.1
Percent of total population 1.3 Other race 55
Hispanic origin (of any race) 171
Percent of occupied units 1.C
The user should note that there are limitations to many of these data. Please refer tc
the technical documentation provided with Summary Tape File 1A for a further explanation
on the limitations of the data.