04/01/1993 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionMEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
DATE: MARCH 29, 1993
RE: THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 1993, COMMISSION MEETING
The regular meeting of our Advisory Commission will be preceded by a Recreation Sub-
Committee meeting beginning at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will take place in the Conference
Rooms immediately off the Council Chambers.
After the minutes of the regular meeting of February 4, the first consent items on the agenda
consist of Praise Lutheran Church and Hadler Park Addition. A single motion to approve is
all that is necessary on these two items. Unless there are discussion questions by the Advisory
Commission, staff will not be making a presentation regarding these two Consent Items.
The first item under Development Proposals is Hawthorne Woods Third Addition. This is a
relatively simple preliminary plat, however, because of the potential for tree loss, staff wished
to make sure that the Advisory Commission had an opportunity to review and comment.
Planning packet and staff memorandum have been included for your review. There are three
items under Old Business for the Commission. The third item is the 1993 budget which is a
hand out for the Advisory Commission. This is the entire 1993 City General Fund Budget.
There are two items under New Business. The first is an Arbor Day Resolution for recognition
by the City of Arbor Day 1993. The second item is an application for trailway's grant. Staff
has provided you a memorandum concerning this particular application.
There are no items under Parks Development.
Under Water Quality, Water Quality Resource Coordinator, Rich Brasch, will update the
Advisory Commission on the Urban Wetland's Management Coalition which is lobbying the
State Legislature hoping to make certain changes in the proposed Wetland's Law. As you
know, the Legislature is hearing proposed changes to the Wetland's Law which is to take effect
on July 1, 1993.
There are several items under Other Business and Reports for the Advisory Commission to
review, including a Winter Program Update, Department Happenings and a review of the
proposed forestry brochures which staff hopes to have completed in time for Arbor Day
presentation.
As always, if members of the Advisory Commission are unable to attend, we appreciate your
notification to the department secretary.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken Vraa,
Director of Parks and Recreation
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ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
Thursday, April 1, 1993
7:00 PM
Eagan Municipal Center
A. 7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting - Eagan Municipal Center
B. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
C. Approval of Agenda
D. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 4, 1993
E. Visitors to be Heard
F. Consent Agenda
(1) Praise Lutheran Church 2nd Addition
(2) Hadler Park - PUD Amendment
H. Development Proposals
(1) Hawthorne Woods 3rd Addition
1. Old Business
(1) Park Naming
(2) Wading Pool
(3) 1993 Budget
J. New Business
(1) Arbor Day Resolution
(2) ISTEA Application/Nicols Road Project
K. Parks Development
L. Water Quality
(1) Urban Wetland Management Coalition
M. Other Business and Reports
(1) Winter Program Update
(2) Department Happenings
(3) Forestry Brochures
N. Round Table
0. Adjournment
The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities and employment without regard to race, color,
creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are
available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the events. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids.
REMINDER: RECREATION SUBCOMMITTEE WILL MEET AT 6:00 PM
3.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF
ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MARCH 10, 1993
An orientation session of the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission was begun
at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 10, 1993 with the following Commission members present: Lee Markell,
Jonathan Willem, Erin lpsen-Borgersen, David Szott, Stephen Thompson,George Kubik, Dan Mooradian and
John Rudolph. Commission Members not present included Ted Billy, Deborah Johnson and Frankie Hall. Staff
present included Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation; Dorothy Peterson, Superintendent of Recreation;
John VonDeLinde, Parks Superintendent; Rich Brasch, Water Quality Coordinator; Paula Nowariak, Recreation
Supervisor; Jon Oyanagi, Recreation Supervisor; Dan Schultz, Intern and Cherryl Mesko, Secretary.
Following introductions of staff and Commission members, Director Vraa reviewed the Commission's
role and responsibilities. An overview of the Parks and Recreation Department along with several current
projects pending helped to outline various responsibilities of staff and the Commission.
COMMISSION ORGANIZATION
After describing the responsibilities foreach office and explaining the voting procedure which included
initialing ballots, Director Vraa opened nominations forthe Chairperson. Lee Markel I nominated George Kubik
and Jonathan Widem nominated Lee Markell. A third nomination was submitted for Ted Billy. John Rudolph
moved, Jonathan Widem seconded the motion to close the nominations. Written ballots were submitted and
counted naming George Kubik as Chairman.
Director Vraa opened nominations for Vice-Chair. John Rudolph nominated and Jonathan Widem
seconded the nomination of Lee Markell. Lee Markell nominated and Steve Thompson seconded the
nomination of Ted Billy. John Rudolph moved, Erin Ipsen-Borgersen seconded the motion to close the
nominations. Written ballots were submitted and counted naming Lee Markell as Vice-Chair.
Director Vraa opened nominations for Secretary. Nominations for Ted Billy and Jonathan Widem were
accepted and nominations were closed. Written ballots were submitted and counted naming Jonathan Widem
as Secretary.
Director Vraa then turned the meeting overto Chairman George Kubik forthe appointment of members
to the various standing sub-committees. Mr. Vraa noted that those sub-committees were Recreation, Park
Naming and Water Quality/Natural Resources. Chairman Kubik asked for volunteers to serve on the Recreation
sub-committee which usually meets before each quarterly newsletter. Those volunteering for this committee
included George Kubik, John Rudolph and David Szott with the recommendation that Ted Billy continue to
serve as well. Those members volunteering for the Water Quality/Natural Resources sub-committee included
Lee Markell, Stephen Thompson, John Rudolph, Dan Mooradian and George Kubik. Regarding the Park
Naming sub-committee, Dan Mooradian suggested that this remain as an ad-hoc committee to which the
Commission agreed.
Lee Markell moved, Jonathan Widem seconded with all members voting in favor to set the regular
Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meetings for the first Thursday of each month
at 7:00 p.m. except in the summer months when the times may change to accommodate park tours prior to
Commission meetings.
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The regular meeting of the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission was called
to order at 7:50 p.m. Chairman Kubik explained the expansion of the Advisory Commission and introduced
the Commission members to the audience.
AGENDA
Director Vraa asked that the Park Naming item under Old Business be deferred to April. Dan
Mooradian moved, Lee Markell seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the agenda as amended.
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 4, 1993
Dan Mooradian moved, John Rudolph seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the minutes
as presented.
CONSENT AGENDA
Director Vraa explained that there were no items under the Consent Agenda for the Commission to
review. He did note that recommendations made on the Consent Agenda can be handled with one motion
to cover all items. If the Commission so chooses, Mr.Vraa continued, an item can be pulled from the Consent
Agenda for further review and explanation.
DIFFLEY COMMONS 2ND ADDITION - THE ROTTLUND COMPANY
Director Vraa introduced this item and turned it over to Project Planner Shannon Tyree, for review of
the project along with the input from the Advisory Planning Commission. Shannon explained that this was an
application requesting a preliminary plat of 29.3 acres of 51 lots and 26 buildings for the Diffley Commons
Second Addition This addition is located north of Diffley Road and east of the current Diffley Commons 1st
Addition south of Cedar Grove 7.
Director Vraa added that this parcel is part of the Eagan Hills Planned Development with the parkland
dedication already determined for this PUD. The Meadowlands neighborhood park is a result of that parkland
dedication.. This particular subdivision, Mr.Vraa continued, will be responsible for a cash dedication
requirement based on the residual land equivalency and a trails dedication.
Water Resources Coordinator Brasch noted that the stormsewer draining of approximately 13 acres of
this development is proposed to discharge to Pond AP-4 which is designated for wildlife habitat in the City's
Water Quality Management Plan. Rich continued that based on the high level of classification for this water
body, on-site treatment to prevent degradation of water quality in AP-4 should be required along with a
detention basin to treat water from the drainage prior to discharge. It was noted that runoff from approximately
8.5 acres of the proposed development is treated by ponds lying within the Diffley Commons 1st Addition to
the west. An additional approximate 4.8 acres of the 2nd Addition is occupied by a pond and woodland area
which will not be graded by the developer.
Relative to wetland issues, Mr. Brasch noted that the only wetland identified on the site is the one
associated with Pond AP-4. It was noted that the developer does not anticipate filling or draining the wetland
as part of the development however, Eagan Public Works Department will require that an outlet be constructed
for Pond AP-4. It does appear feasible to construct the outlet to maintain a normal water elevation of 889.
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In response to a question by Commission Member Markell, Don Jenson, representing Rottlund, noted
that the setback from the delineated wetland was 50 feet. Rich Brasch added that this information will be more
clear once a grading permit has been obtained at which time this will be reviewed with Public Works.
Lee Markell asked if the oaks east of Beaver Dam Road and north of Diffley could be preserved. Mr.
Jenson responded that a retaining wall may be necessary to save the trees but the developer will look at trying
to preserve them. Mr. Kubik asked about the trees surrounding the pond and the need to preserve those as
well. Mr. Jenson responded that there will most likely be tree damage and loss along the east of the. property
due to the required looped water line. Mr. Kubik asked that staff monitor that condition very carefully.
After further discussion, Dan Mooradian moved, Erin Ipsen-Borgersen seconded with all members
voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council regarding Diffley Commons Second
Addition:
1. That this plat be subject to a cash parks dedication.
2. That this plat be subject to a cash trails dedication.
3. On-site ponding to be used to adequately treat runoff from the proposed development prior
to discharge to Pond AP-4. To the extent that runoff will not be treated by ponding, a cash
dedication will be required. In addition, filling or draining of the wetland associated with
Pond AP-4 should be completely avoided in order to maintain it's current size, function and
value.
GALAXIE-CLIFF PLAZA THIRD ADDITION - LIFETIME FITNESS
Director Vraa introduced this item and then turned it over to Project Planner Mike Ridley who reviewed
the project along with input received from the Advisory Planning Commission. Mr. Ridley explained that this
was an application requesting a Planned Development Amendment to allow a health club, a Preliminary Plat
of Outlot A,Galaxie Cliff Plaza 2nd Addition, and Outlot E,Galaxie Cliff Plaza, consisting of three lots on 14
acres located within the Galaxie Cliff Planned Development. Mr. Ridley continued that this item had appeared
before the Advisory Planning Commission and was continued to March 23, pending the results of a
neighborhood meeting. Mike noted that the neighborhood meeting has occurred resulting in the neighborhood
rejecting the idea of a health club at this location.
After Director Vraa reviewed the parks and trails dedication issues Mr. Brasch reviewed water quality
issues. Rich noted that about 5.4 acres of the site will be developed to accommodate a health club and
parking lot, while the remaining outlot, which includes Pond AP-14, will not be developed at this time. Since
it is unclear what use, if any, will be made of the 8.5 acre outlot (which has a pond on-site), it was felt that
a cash dedication be required based only on the portion of the total parcel that will be developed and then
handling water quality requirements for the outlot when it is replatted for development. Rich clarified that the
cash dedication would include only the muck excavation component of the cash dedication costs.
After further discussion, Dan Mooradian moved, Erin lpsen-Borgersen seconded with all members
voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council:
That this plat be subject to a cash parks dedication.
That this plat be subject to a cash trails dedication.
That this development be subject to a cash dedication in lieu of ponding to meet water quality
treatment requirements. The cash dedication should be based on the excavation component
of the cash dedication costs and should utilize a unit cost of $5/cubic yard.
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FOUR CROWN, INC.;dba. WENDY'S
Director Vraa clarified that this item was an amendment to a PUD and not a preliminary plat as
indicated in staff's memo. Project Planner Shannon Tyree explained that this application was to allow a Class
II restaurant on Lot 1, Block 2 of Duckwood Crossings. The site is located west along Pilot Knob Road, south
of Crestridge Lane and the Chili's restaurant now under construction.
Director Vraa explained that there are no requirements for parkland within this park service area
therefore staff is recommending a cash parks and trails dedication. Water Resources Coordinator Brasch noted
that staff has requested that the developer route all stormwater runoff from paved areas of the site to the
western-most discharge point to Pond JP-3 and to excavate sumps where stormsewers that serve the
development discharge to JP-3. Rich continued that no filling or draining of wetlands will take place on this
site. It was also noted that this site was platted prior to the initiation of water quality fees being assessed.
After further discussion, Erin Ipsen-Borgersen moved, Dan Mooradian seconded with all members
voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council regarding Four Crown, Inc.; dba.
Wendy's:
1. That this development be subject to a cash parks dedication.
2. That this development be subject to a cash trails dedication.
3. That the developer route all storm sewer serving paved areas of the property to the property's
western-most discharge point into Pond JP-3. In addition, the developer should excavate a
sump immediately in front of the flared end of the storm sewer. •
SCOPE OF SERVICES-PARK SYSTEM PLAN UPDATE-INTERVIEWS
Director Vraa asked that two members of the Advisory Commission serve on the interview committee
to select a consultant for the Park System Plan update. He noted that the interview will take place either late
afternoon or evening with members of the Commission, Council and staff participating.
Members that volunteered were Erin Ipsen-Borgersen, Lee Markell and George Kubik. Director Vraa
indicated that he would update the Commission on the time frame for interviews.
SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM UPDATE
Superintendent of Recreation Peterson introduced this informational item noting that summer, 1992
was the first year in which fees were charged for the Summer in the Park program. This was as a result of the
City Council requesting that the program attempt to recoup some of the expense in offering the program.
Recreation Supervisor Nowariak indicated that there was a slight decrease in the number of participants once
the fee was initiated in 1992, however daily attendance at the parks was up. Paula continued that the $10 fee
only scratched the surface for funding this program therefore the fee will be increased to $15 per participant
for the 1993 summer program. Paula stated that the scholarship program will continue for individuals who are
unable to afford program participation for their children. As has been the case in the past, there are no
stringent rules on eligibility so families can feel comfortable approaching staff for scholarship dollars.
In response to a question from Stephen Thompson inquiring about the Summer in the Park program,
Superintendent of Recreation Peterson explained that it was a program that occurs in 13 neighborhood parks
that allows children, ages 5-12, to participate in organized activities for seven weeks during the summer. The
program typically runs from 1-4 p.m., Monday through Wednesday with optional trips occurring on Thursday.
Fridays are scheduled for additional trips for youth, but not part of the Summer in the Park program.
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Dan Mooradian commented that $15 was a very reasonable fee for a program that offered seven weeks
of programmed activities for children during the summer.
WADING POOL
Dorothy Peterson explained that a wading pool had been tied into the multi-purpose arena proposal
and staff was doing some research into the possibilities of this option. Staff wanted to keep the Commission
updated on information found to date.
George Kubik suggested that thought be given to the insurance liability for a wading pool in looking
at what the costs may be for this type of facility. Dorothy clarified that the maximum depth allowed for a
wading pool is 24" and that these type of facilities are generally "stand alone" or tied closely in with another
water element. Ms. Peterson concluded that the information provided to the Commission was informational
only and staff will continue to update as more information is obtained.
UPDATE ON DOG RUNS
Director Vraa reminded the Commission that the report on dog runs provided in the packet was in
response to the Commission's request to obtain more information on the feasibility of such a facility. The report
indicated that not many communities provide this facility. Director Vraa asked if the Commission would like
to pursue this matter to any degree. George Kubik asked how many requests had been received for a dog run.
Ken responded that one had been received to date, however, that may not be reflective of the interest in the
community. George suggested that this would bean item for discussion during the updating of the Park System
Plan. Erin Ipsen-Borgersen expressed her interest in pursuing this item.
TRAIL REQUEST PETITION
Director Vraa indicated this was an informational item for the Commission. The request was for a
trailway to be extended on both sides of Dodd Road extending north from Cliff to Diffley Road. Ken suggested
that this would be another consideration for the Park System Plan update.
PERIDOT PATH PARK
Ken Vraa explained that this park is located in Park Service Section 19 serviced by Woodhaven and
Carnelian neighborhood parks. Peridot Path Park is primarily open space with a small playground area on the
north end of the park. The park is dominated by a drainage swale which runs laterally through the park and
is part of the city storm sewer plan. Improvements to this area include increasing the storm water retention
area for 100 year storm frequencies. The storm sewer inlet is currently deteriorated and this section of pipe
will be improved. Removal of the volunteer growth will be done to create more of a pond on the south end
of the park. The park is primarily used as an open play area and sledding hill. Ken continued that some of
the neighbors are concerned about the removal of the vegetation.
John Rudolph asked if it was possible for children to remove the safety grates on the storm sewer inlet.
Ken responded that they were welded in place and it would be very difficult for them to be removed. George
asked if there were any other safety concerns regarding this park. Director Vraa indicated there were not but
wanted to keep the Commission current on this project. George encouraged staff to continue obtaining a great
deal of public input.
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LEXINGTON DIFFLEY NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING UPDATE
Director Vraa noted that 60 notices were sent out to neighboring residents and 12-14 homes were
represented at the meeting. The biggest issues raised by those present included athletic field lighting, noise
from the parking lots and screening from the residential neighborhood. Ken continued that the plan is being
updated based on the results of that neighborhood meeting and follow-up with staff.
POND BP-4 CONSTRUCTION UPDATE
Rich Brash noted that Pond BP-4 was within the Wenzel Addition plat and is a drainage basin of
Blackhawk Lake. The projected cost for the enhancement of this pond was $40,000 with the actual cost
coming in at $25,000. Rich concluded that the work has been completed on this project and the developer
will now be responsible for the disposal of the excavated material.
WORKSHOP MEETING DATES
Director Vraa noted that a workshop date needs to be set to provide an update on water quality issues
the Commission should review. Because of the delay in appointing Commission members there is the need
to set the meeting date soon. After checking everyone's schedule, Wednesday, March 24, 6:30 p.m. was
selected for the meeting date and time. Rich Brasch indicated he would send out a reminder and agenda for
the meeting and anticipated it's length at 2-1/2 hours.
DEMOGRAPHIC UPDATE - DAN SCHULTZ
' Director Vraa explained that the Department requires interns to spend time in both recreation and
maintenance with the internship culminating in an assigned research project which is to be presented to the
Commission. Ken then introduced Dan Schultz to the Commission.
Dan explained that the last demographics and distribution update was done in the summer of 1989
which was a detailed review of the standards established by the City of Eagan for five major athletic/recreational
facilities: tennis courts, softball fields, hockey rinks, soccer fields and baseball fields and applying those
standards to what was the current population and a projected population. In his research Dan indicated the
projected population for the year 2000, based on the existing Park System Plan, was to be 50,000. At the
present time, the population is already at 53,000 and climbing.
Dan then reviewed the population by age range and projections into 1997. Also included in his
presentation was a breakdown of ages within park districts. These statistics were used to look at the standards
for facilities that were calculated during the initial Park System Plan and how the population impacts facilities
currently.
Dan provided a very thorough and comprehensive report and responded to several questions by the
Commission. Chairman Kubik noted that this will be a valuable tool as the Commission continues their task
of updating the Park System Plan. George thanked Dan for his excellent report and presentation to the
Commission.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/PARKS PLANNER UPDATE
Director Vraa noted that approximately 60 applications had been received for this position and staff
was in the process of narrowing down the field of candidates. It is hoped that the final interviews can occur
next week.
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MINNESOTA VALLEY TRAIL UPDATE
Superintendent of Recreation Peterson indicated that she, John VonDeLinde and Ken Vraa have all been
participating in the meetings for the proposed Minnesota Valley Trail. She continued that the reconstruction
of the Mendota Bridge offers the opportunity of connecting the trail system. It was noted that a Soo Line rail
bed may be part of the regional trail system as well. Dorothy indicated there has been a great deal of work
accomplished on the planning of this project to date and she was impressed with the cooperation shown
between Minneapolis, St. Paul and the DNR in working through the process.
HAPPENINGS
Some of the Happenings highlighted included adult softball registrations with newteams beginning their
registration on March 15; the attendance of over 400 people at the Teddy Bear Band; the Seniors project with
Northview Elementary students; NYSCA coaches training to begin in March and April for summer sports; the
fabrication and installation of cab protectors for the rear windows of all city pick up trucks; fabrication and
replacement of hockey goals; John VonDeLinde's participation in a focus group at Dakota Technical College
for establishing a parks maintenance education and training program for local governments and the continuance
of the development of a "tree preservation and replacement policy" for the City.
With no further business to conduct, Lee Markell moved, John Rudolph seconded with all members
voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 10:05 p.m.
Secretary
Date
city of eagan
THOMAS EGAN
Mayor
April 14, 1993
Kathleen Fredrichs
604 Middle Lane
Eagan, Mn 55123
Dear Ms. Fredrichs:
PATRICIA AWADA
SHAWN HUNTER
SANDRA A. MASIN
THEODORE WACHTER
Council Members
THOMAS HEDGES
City Admininstrator
EUGENE VAN OVERBEKE
City Clerk
I received your letter dated March 29, concerning the development of Manor Lake Park.
I will be passing your letter on to the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources
Commission for review at the next regular Advisory Commission meeting in May.
Unfortunately, when Mr. Middlemist told you that the park would be under construction in the
summer of 1992, he failed to tell you the process for park's development within Eagan. Our
community has been using the phased approach to park's development. That is, the first phase
is essentially grading and seeding along with some surface or sub-surface development as the case
may present itself. It is only after turf establishment that we proceed with the secondary phase;
which is the vertical elements such as playground equipment, back stops, benches and the like.
The timeline for a park's development is typically two to three years before we would determine
that the park is open for use. In the case of this park, seeding has yet to even occur, therefore,
I would not anticipate that we would begin any surface development until late 1994. Obviously,
this is dependent upon weather and other variables.
I assure you that the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission, the City and
Staff are cognizant of the needs of the Manor Lake Development and will do everything we can
to assure that the park progresses in a timely manner to provide the neighborhood with a park
amenity at the earliest opportunity.
Sincerely
Ken Vraa,
Director of Parks and Recreation
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Ken Vraa
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Dear Mr. Vraa:
I am writing you, as a resident of the Manor Lake Development and in regards to the
neighborhood park which was to be put in.
When we moved out to Eagan two years ago and bought our lot from Mr. Middlemist, he
informed us that the park was going to be put in during the summer of 1992, before the next
phase (Todd Ave.) of his development was to open. Here we sit looking at the summer of 1993
fast approaching and the park is still not even scheduled to go in. Now, I'm not going to try to
tell you that the only reason we moved to Eagan or built in Manor Lake was because of the park,
however, please try to understand that with three children of our own, plus the many others in
the neighborhood (and this number keeps growing as the houses are being built around us), this
park was something which appealed to us when we were considering the different areas in which
to build our new home.
I am hoping that my writing to you today might make you more aware that so many of us in the
Manor Lake Development were really counting on having this park sooner than what appears to
be planned. Especially while our children are still at the age where they will enjoy and appreciate
it. Could you please be the voice for us and let the Planning Board know how many children are
in the neighborhood, and how much we need a safe place for the kids to play.
Thank you so much for your time and attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
1??4SU?C)
Kathleen Fredrichs
604 Middle Lane
Eagan, MN 55123
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
DATE: MARCH 29, 1993
RE: CONSENT AGENDA
1. PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2ND ADDITION.
An application for a Preliminary Plat consisting of one lot on approximately 6.7
previously zoned Public Facilities acres located south of County Road 30 and west
of Dodd Road.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The proposal be subject to a cash parks dedication.
The proposal be subject to a cash trails dedication.
2. HADLER PARK PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT.
An application on behalf of Blockbuster Video is requesting an amendment to the
Hadler Park Planned Development to allow a video store on the 1.2 acre Lot 2, Block
1, Hadler Park Addition. The site is located south of Cliff Road and west of Rahncliff
Road.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The proposal be subject to a cash parks dedication.
The proposal be subject to a cash trails dedication.
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: RICH BRASCH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR
RE: WATER QUALITY AND WETLAND PROTECTION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2ND ADDITION.
DATE: MARCH 25, 1993
PROPOSAL
This proposal would add approximately 2.2 acres of undeveloped land
to an existing 4.5 acre developed parcel of land containing a
church and parking facilities. The entire 6.7 acre parcel would
then be platted. The parcel is located along the south side of
Diffley Road west of Dodd Road in the NW 1/4 of Section 25 (Figure
1) .
FOR COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission will need to review and make a recommendation
regarding whether the additional acre associated with the
development should be subject to a ponding and/or cash dedication
to meet water quality requirements.
WATER QUALITY ANALYSIS
This development lies in the upper reaches of Drainage Basin J and
the nearest recreational classified water body is Pond LP-47 near
Fish Lake (Figure 2).
Approximately 4.5 acres of the site is occupied by an existing
church with parking facilities and maintained grounds. The
remaining 2.2 acres will be added to the existing parcel for future
parking, though there are no plans to develop this parcel in the
immediate future. Runoff from the parcel will be carried to Pond
JP-27, designated as a nutrient trap in the City's water quality
management plan.
Because of the small size of the site and it's distance away from
any recreational classified water bodies, staff will recommend a
cash dedication in lieu of on-site ponding. Staff will also
recommend that the cash dedication be based on the undeveloped
portion of the site, since the developed portion of the site can be
viewed as part of the baseline condition that existed at the time
of adoption of the water quality ordinance in April 1990.
WETLANDS ISSUES
Staff review of existing inventory information and a field visit
indicate there are no wetlands subject to Wetlands Conservation Act
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requirements on this parcel. Thus, a no-loss determination for the
development of this parcel is appropriate.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the developer pay a cash dedication in lieu
of on-site ponding to cover water quality obligations, and that the
cash dedication be based on the 2.2 acres of undeveloped land that
will be added to the existing development.'Staff also recommend a
no-loss determination for the site regarding wetlands.
Rich Brasch
Water Resources Coordinator
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FROM: RICH BRASCH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR
RE: WATER QUALITY AND WETLAND PROTECTION ISSUES FOR HADLER
PARK PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
DATE: MARCH 25, 1993
PROPOSAL AND RECOMMENDATION
The developer proposes a Planned Development Amendment to the
Hadler Park Planned Development, located along the south side of
Cliff Road west of Rahncliff Road in the NE 1/4 of Section 31
(Figure 1). This PD received preliminary plat review and approval
in late 1991. As a result of that review, a pond was constructed
near the intersection of Rahn Cliff Road and Rahn Way which
fulfills treatment requirements for the entire PD, of which this
lot is a part. There are no wetlands on the site.
All requirements for water quality treatment have been met and
there no wetlands issues associated with the proposed action.
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
DATE: MARCH 29, 1993
RE: HAWTHORNE WOODS THIRD ADDITION
Preliminary plat application has been submitted for the Hawthorne Woods Third Addition
which consists of fifteen lots and one outlot on 6.2 acres. The sight is located south of
Diffley Road just west of Highway 3.
Discussion
This development is within Park Service Area 25W which is serviced by South Oaks and
Lakeside Park Addition. This residential development is somewhat isolated from these
neighborhood parks but will have access to Pinewood Elementary School and the fields and
playground equipment associated with this elementary school addition.
In terms of existing vegetation, a portion of the site has been used for agricultural purposes
although there are still a number of large trees located on the site. The preliminary grading
plan does show that existing trees would be located in the back yard area west of the cul-de-
sac as adjoining the Hawthorne Woods Second Addition. These trees should be saved.
There still be a number of scattered trees throughout the project site that will be lost as a
result of grading with this project.
For Commission For Commission Recommendation
1. To approve Parks and Trails Cash Dedication .
2. That the developer provide proper tree protection in those areas where trees are to
be preserved.
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: RICH BRASCH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR
RE: WATER QUALITY AND WETLAND PROTECTION RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
HAWTHORNE WOODS 3RD ADDITION-LYMAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
DATE: MARCH 25, 1993
PROPOSAL
The developer proposes to incorporate one additional acre of
previously unplatted land into this phase of the Hawthorne Woods
single family residential development (Figure 1). This phase of
the development is located east of Hawthorne Woods Drive and west
of State Highway 3 in the NE 1/4 of Section 25.
FOR COMMISSION REVIEW
The Commission will need to review and make a recommendation
regarding whether the additional acre associated with the
development should be subject to a ponding and/or cash dedication
to meet water quality requirements.
WATER DUALITY ANALYSIS
This development lies in the upper reaches of Drainage Basin J and
the nearest recreational classified water body is Pond LP-47 near
Fish Lake (Figure 2).
The Commission reviewed the Hawthorne Woods development for water
quality impacts at its February 1992 meeting. As some Commission
members may recall, the eastern portion of the development within
which this phase lies drains north to a proposed pond that will be
constructed by the developer to meet water quality treatment
obligations for much of the development. The nearest downstream
recreational water body is a considerable distance down-drainage
and the City is intending to construct a large pond to serve this
as well as other areas as part of the Diffley Road re-construction
project. Thus, provisions to treat runoff from this parcel will be
adequate and a cash dedication in lieu of additional ponding
capacity is preferable.
WETLANDS ISSUES
Staff review of existing inventory information and a field visit
indicate their are no wetlands subject to Wetlands Conservation Act
requirements on this one acre parcel. Thus, a no-loss
determination for the development of this parcel is appropriate.
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Staff recommends that the developer pay a cash dedication in lieu
of additional on-site ponding to cover water quality obligations
for the additional acre of the parcel. Staff also recommends a no-
loss determination for the site regarding wetlands.
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES
COMMISSION
FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
A DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION
DATE: MARCH 26, 1993
RE: WADING POOL
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Background
At the March 10, 1993, Advisory Commission meeting, the Commission reviewed a staff
memorandum that identified areas for research concerning wading pools. The Commission's
comments have been incorporated into the overall scope of study.
The city's pool concept originally intended, is a basic, simply designed wading pool for which
a modest budget has been approved. Staff has begun its research and, although early in the
process, wanted the Commission and the Council to be aware of the implications the
Minnesota Department of Health statutory requirements will have for the wading pool
project.
Issues
• The statutory requirements for wading pools in terms of filtration, heating, chemical
and recirculation systems are now identical to the regulations for larger swimming
pools.
• The Environmental Health rules concerning construction materials, decking and
fencing likewise parallel those for swimming pools.
• State regulations concerning toilets, showers and dressing rooms are not waived for
wading pools which means that these facilities must now be included in the design.
• The state standard for bather load for wading pools is 10 sq. ft. of pool water surface
per person.
Discussion
All newly constructed public pool facilities must adhere to these standards with the health
and safety of the community being the primary concern.
The regulation addressing bathhouse requirements creates immediate concern given the
original concept. The most recently constructed core restroom building in the city at
Ohmann Park was built for approximately $60,000. Staff doubts that state health codes
requiring a bathhouse could be met at a cost less than $45,000 to $50,000.
oil.
Finally, the state standard for bather load, early in the research process prompts staff to
inquire as to the size of wading pool envisioned. Further research may identify what the
user demands in Eagan is, however, overall costs of the pool deck and fence are influenced
by the size required to satisfy bather load.
Discussion
It would appear that the simple, basic design wading pool originally envisioned will not be
permitted under the State Health Department rules governing pools. Staff can proceed with
the report development, or the project can be dropped. Clearly, given state mandates, the
facility cannot be constructed for an amount originally intended.
For Commission Action
It is appropriate that the Commission be aware of this cost implication, with direction to
staff to pursue development of a full report, or whether additional review should be
undertaken by the City Council considering the state regulations' potential impact to the
project.
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cc. Tom Hedges, City Administrator
COMMISSIONWADEPOOI .MEM
MEMO TO: EAGAN ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
FROM: JOHN VONDELINDE, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS
DATE: MARCH 15, 1993
SUBJECT: ARBOR DAY PROCLAMATION
Since the city's first Arbor Day program was held in 1987, the Commission has been asked, each year, to adopt
an official resolution in support of Arbor Day activities and tree planting in the community.
For the information of the Commission, the Parks and Recreation Department is planning three Arbor Day
programs again this spring. Our City Forester has already been visiting the third grade classes in Eagan's public
elementary schools. More than 800 students will be involved in an Arbor Day poster drawing contest and will
participate in an entertaining, tree conservation program put on by our City Forester, Tom Schuster. Students
will also receive a free seedling to plant at home. This is the fourth consecutive year that this program has been
held in the schools; and it is jointly sponsored through public/private partnerships with Franks's Nursery and
Crafts and First Bank Eagan.
On Saturday, April 24th, the city will be hosting the seventh annual community Arbor Day celebration at Captain
Dodd Park. It is expected that over 70 volunteers from the community will be involved in this program which
includes an official proclamation of Arbor Day, presentation of the Tree City U.S.A. awards, along with the
planting of nearly 100 trees and shrubs.
The third program, scheduled for Saturday, May 1st, is the city's sixth annual public tree sale. This year eight
varieties of trees will be made available to the public at discount prices. Registrants will be selected during a
random drawing to be held following the Commission meeting on April 1st. 750 trees are planned for sale again
this year with about 400 families participating. Taken together, it is expected that more than 2,000 of the
community's residents will be involved in some aspect of the city's annual Arbor Day programs.
For Commission Action
In support of these programs and to encourage the general public to plant and preserve trees in our community,
the Co mission is graciously asked to adopt the Arbor Day Resolution which is found on the following page.
A co4anion resolution will then be forwarded to the City Council for their adoption on April 20th.
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John K. VonDeLinde
Superintendent of Parks
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RESOLUTION OF THE
EAGAN ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION
AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
A PROCLAMATION OF EAGAN ARBOR DAY
AND EAGAN ARBOR MONTH
WHEREAS, trees are a most valuable resource in the state of Minnesota and City of Eagan - purifying our air
and water, helping conserve our soil, serving as recreational settings, providing habitat for wildlife of all kinds, and enriching our
lives in so many important ways; and
WHEREAS, pollutants, tree diseases, and urban expansion have damaged and continued to threaten our trees,
creating the need for reforestation programs and concerted public action toward ensuring the future of our City's urban forests;
and
WHEREAS, each year the people of Minnesota pay special attention to the wonderful gift that our trees
represent and dedicate themselves to the continued health of our state's trees; and
WHEREAS, the City of Eagan has been recognized, for the sixth consecutive year, as a Tree City USA
community by the National Arbor Day Foundation and desires to continue its tree-planting programs,
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Eagan Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources
Commission does hereby proclaim Saturday, April 24, 1993 to be ARBOR DAY and the month of May, 1993 to be ARBOR
MONTH in the City of Eagan.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Commission further urges citizens to become more aware of the
importance of trees to the well-being of our City and State; and to participate in City tree planting programs which will ensure
a greener place for our citizens to live in the decades to come.
CITY OF EAGAN
ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND
NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
By.
Its Chair
By.
Its Secretary
Motion made by.
Seconded by:
Those in favor.
Those against:
Dated:
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MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION, AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
FROM. JOHN K VONDELINDE, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS
DATE: MARCH 25, 1993
SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR ISTEA GRANT FUNDING - TRAILS DEVELOPMENT
The purpose of this memorandum is to request Commission authorization to submit a grant application to the
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), to secure matching federal funds for the development of
a trailway connection between the Eagan trails system and the Minnesota River Valley network of trails.
As the Commission is aware, the City has been actively involved with a consortium of other communities and
agencies from the Minnesota Valley area (i.e., Minneapolis, St. Paul, Dakota County, Mendota Heights,
Bloomington, and DNR) to pursue strategies for establishing trails "connections" between these communities,
through linkages into the Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge and Fort Snelling State Park. If successful, this grant
proposal would facilitate construction of a key pedestrian link with the Minnesota River Valley system of trails.
CONTEXT
In 1991, the United States congress passed the Federal Intermodal Transportation Efficiency Act, also know as
"ISTEA". Under this act, a minimum of 10% of all federal highway transportation funds flowing to the states,
must be used for alternative forms of transportation, with particular emphasis on bicycle and pedestrian trailways.
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) is responsible for administering the ISTEA Program
on a statewide basis. (Note: The Metropolitan Council will be offering a similar program in the seven county
metro area again this year under their Surface Transportation Grants Program - a program which also receives
federal ISTEA funds from the Federal Highway Administration.)
MnDOT recently announced the availability of $7.2 million in grant funding for local units of government under
an "interim solicitation process". Under this program, a broad range of transportation "enhancements" are
eligible to receive funding. Among these include pedestrian and bicycle trailways, support facilities (shelters,
parking facilities and signage), landscaping and scenic beautification, and historic preservation/rehabilitation.
Associated costs for right-of-way acquisition, engineering, and design services are also considered eligible project
expenses.
Under the ISTEA Program ranking system, projects which address the following criteria will be assigned a
priority ranking.
1. Fulfillment of ISTEA objectives - 150 points
2. Completion of trail networks; missing "links" - 150 points
3. Projects which accomplish multiple objectives (i.e., scenic, historic, transportation) - 100 points
4. Projects which have previously been reviewed for statewide or regional trails funding (Eagan applied
to the Metropolitan Council last fall, but was not funded.) - 100 points
5. Projects which demonstrate more than a local impact or benefit - 100 points
6. Projects which can expedite federal processing requirements - 300 points
7. Projects with an assured local match in excess of 20% - 100 points
Following the grant solicitation process, an inter-agency task force assembled by MnDOT will perform a
numerical scoring of each project based upon the 1,000 point ranking system. The top ranked projects will then
be eligible to receive federal ISTEA funds with grant disbursement following construction of the project. Based
on the ranking criteria outlined above, it would appear that the City of Eagan would have a fairly competitive
application, particularly in light of the "collective support" being given to the project, by the trails "consortium",
for effectuation of the regional trails networking concept.
As alluded to above, the ISTEA Program offers a very favorable 80% federal cost share against a 20% local
match for all eligible costs under the project. And unlike the Metropolitan Council Program, there is no
minimum or maximum project cost to qualify for a grant.
ISTEA applications must be received by MnDOT no later than April 15,1993. Construction must be completed
and the trail operational by the end of 1994. All funded facilities must be of a permanent nature and maintained
in perpetuity by the grant applicant.
GRANT PROJECT PROPOSAL
Staff is proposing that the City's ISTEA application for this project include four major components. Each of
these components addresses a particular priority ranking criteria under the category of project "enhancements".
1. Multi-use trail
The grant application proposes construction of five key segments of bituminous trailway, completing a
contiguous trails linkage between the Cedar Ave. pedestrian bridge (within Fort Snelling State Park) and
the City of Eagan trails system. Under this proposal, a bituminous trail would be constructed on the
east side of Nicols Road between the Cedar Avenue pedestrian bridge and Silver Bell Road. The trail
would follow the north side of Silver Bell Road, crossing Highway 13 and linking with Cedarvale Blvd.
The trail would parallel the north side of Cedarvale Blvd. to a juncture with an existing trail along the
east side of Nicols Rd. beginning at Beau De Rue Dr. A small section of trail would also be
constructed between Cedarvale Blvd. and the existing trail on the east side of Rahn Rd. The final
segment would include a portion of trail on the east side of Nicols Rd. between Marble Lane and Rahn
Park. The attached map illustrates the location of these trail segments.
A total of 2.5 miles of off-road bituminous trails would be constructed at an estimated cost of $205,700.
(See attached engineer's estimate.) As a part of the project, special precautionary measures would be
implemented to ensure a safe crossing for pedestrians at Highway 13 and the railroad crossing along
Nicols Rd.
When completed, this trails connection would provide a unique opportunity for the public to gain direct
access to the pristine Minnesota Valley National Wildlife refuge and Fort Snelling State Park. The trail
would provide a direct link to the Cedar Ave. pedestrian walkway, opening up a new opportunity for
pedestrian transportation to the Mall of America and other points of destination in Bloomington. In
addition, the trail will link to a State trail to be constructed in 1994, between the Cedar Ave. pedestrian
bridge and Interstate 494 on the south side of the Minnesota River. This trail will eventually provide
a direct connection to Fort Snelling State Park proper and into the Minneapolis system of trails
including access to Minnehaha Falls Regional Park and the West River Road trail.
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2. Trailhead/Deeoot Reconstruction
Under the ISTEA Program guidelines, emphasis is placed on the enhancement of historical
transportation buildings and facilities through interpretation, rehabilitation, and operation. A review of
historical records indicates that a small depot once existed in the "town" of Nicols, an historic community
at what is now the junction of Nicols Road and the Chicago Northwestern railway tracks.
Under the project proposal, staff is recommending that the City take advantage of a unique opportunity
to recreate the depot as a contemporary and functional point of interest, serving as a formal "entrance
to the community". The interior of the station would be designed to provide interpretive graphics about
the cultural, historical, and natural history of the area, as well as serving as a trailhead for bicyclists and
pedestrians accessing the trails in the Minnesota River Valley and Dakota County. Included with the
depot would be a small parking area with sidewalks, bike racks, and landscaping enhancements. The
estimated cost of reconstructing the depot and support facilities is $75,000.
3. Scenic beautification
The ISTEA program offers matching funds for scenic beautification including landscaping along trail
corridors. In the interest of creating a "gateway" approach to the Minnesota River Valley, staff are
proposing the implementation of boulevard landscaping along both sides of Silver Bell and Nicols Rd.
from Highway 13 into Fort Snelling State Park. A colonnade of overstory deciduous trees would be
placed along the roadway accenting the trail and creating a stronger sense of formality to the park and
trailway entrance. The estimated cost for this component of the project is $40,000.
4. Signa&Q
The final component of the grant would be directional signage at key locations along the trail. At this
point, it is conceived that a monument type sign announcing the Minnesota Valley trail access would
be constructed at the intersection of Highway 13 and Silverbell Rd. Additional directional signage would
be placed at secondary arterial access points along Cedarvale, Nicols, Rahn, and Diffley Rd. trails. The
possibility also exists to add interpretive signage along the trail interpreting such features as the historic
Cedar Ave. "turn style" bridge. The estimated cost of the signage is approximately $10,000.
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A preliminary estimate of total cost under the City's ISTEA grant application is $364,000. A breakdown of costs
for each of the components included with the project is as follows:
1. Design/Engineering/Administration (10%) $ 33,000
2. Multi-use Pedestrian/Bicycle Trials 206,000
3. Interpretive Shelter/Depot Reconstruction 75,000
4. Landscaping 40,000
5. Signage 10,000
TOTAL $364,000
Of the total project cost, about 80% or $291,000 would be funded under the federal ISTEA grant program.
Taking this into account, the City's share of expenses for the project would be approximately $73,000.
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In terms of generating the City's matching portion, several alternatives are available for reducing the City's cash
contribution to the project. For instance, much of the design and engineering work could be done in-house
through the City's Engineering and Parks and Recreation Departments. In terms of the trails, landscaping, and
signage construction, the opportunity exists to reduce the City's cash obligation by using City forces in the
preparation and installation of these project components. Conceivably, City equipment maintenance personnel
could assist with the placement and compaction of the aggregate base, paving operati tree planting, and sign
construction. Other work crews, such as the County's Sentencing-to-Service Progr or 'Twin Cities Tree Trust
could be a viable resource for constructing the proposed interpretive shelter/depot. In addition to these "force
account" efforts, City staff have also learned that the Metropolitan Waste Control Commission is planning to
install a new interceptor pipe under the existing Nicols Rd. easement with work to begin in the fall of 1993 or
spring of 1994. Under that project, the possibility exists to involve the MWCC in construction of a pedestrian
trail adjacent to Nicols Rd. and to use that portion of the project as a match to the federal ISTEA grant.
In summary, the City's actual out of pocket expense could be considerably less than the $73,000 matching portion.
Of the remaining amount, the balance of funds would be generated through the City's trails dedication account.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION
Staff is requesting that the Commission approve, deny, or modify an application to the Minnesota Department
of Transportation for federal cost sharing of trails development and enhancements into. the Minnesota River
Valley under the federal ISTEA program and that approval be given to submit a similar application under the
Metropolitan Council Surface Transportation Program when such funding becomes available.
John K VonDeLinde
Superintendent of Parks
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MEMORANDUM
TO: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION
FROM: JON OYANAGI, RECREATION SUPERVISORS
DATE: MARCH 26, 1993
RE: WINTER SEASON
Athletic Leagues
The 1992-93 adult sports season was more active than ever. The following is a breakdown
of the number of teams participating:
8 - Wednesday 5-Man Basketball
8 - Thursday 5-Man Basketball
10 - 3-On-3 Competitive Basketball
6 - 3-On-3 Recreational Basketball
9 - Boot Hockey
5 - 4-Man Hockey Upper
5 - 4-Man Hockey Lower
5 - Sunday Broomball Blue Division
5 - Sunday Broomball Green Division
9 - Monday Broomball
6 - Co-Rec Broomball Gold Division
8 - Co-Rec Broomball Silver Division
84 Teams
Weather cooperated to allow for completion of most schedules. The ice storm of January
20 was the only problem causing the cancellation of that night's activities.
Sportsmanlike behavior continues to be a concern and teams are being warned to change
the negative behavior or risk the cancellation of leagues this year.
Winter Weekend
The Snow Softball Tourney saw fewer teams than in previous years but the three mens and
seven co-rec teams enjoyed beautiful weather in the deep snow.
Six teams sloshed at Rahn Park for the Boot Hockey Tourney. Super Bowl Sunday warmed
up to cause wet conditions.
Other Activities
The first attempt at a photo contest saw four entries. The Eagan Sun Current co-sponsored
the event. Plans are to incorporate a drawing contest and essay contest next year to help
include all ages and interests.
The trips planned to the Minnesota North Stars and Timberwolves games were canceled due
to the lack of sufficient registration.
The Fleet Feet Walking Club and. Free Wheelers Bicycling Club met monthly with two to
six in attendance. If participation does not improve in April, the plan is to discontinue
monthly meetings and continue the incentive program.
Winter Recreation Sites
The twelve warming shelters were active places after opening December 22. Cold weather
kept attendance down during the holiday vacation period but, overall, this was a great winter
to be outdoors. After opening, the shelters were closed 2 days because of weather instead
of the usual 7 - 10 days. The closing of sites February 21 was the latest end of the season
in many years. Some sites could have been open until February 28 but the budget needs
to save adequate funding for the opening of the 1993-94 season this December.
Hot chocolate was sold at seven sites for the second year. $1,900 was spent on supplies and
$1,900 was earned through sales. A good supply is on hand to start next year.
Skate With Santa saw around 100 visitors to Clearwater Park December 20. Children
enjoyed seeing Santa cruising the ice.
During the school vacation period, an activity a day was planned to help add variety to each
site. A scavenger hunt, box hockey tourneys, races, snow sculpture contest and New Years
Eve party were some of the planned fun.
Skating lessons were a huge success again this year. A large factor contributing to the
popularity is the instructor, John Glynn. His energy and enthusiasm create a great
atmosphere for learning. Many compliments are voiced regarding his abilities as an
instructor. 150 skaters took part in this program.
Enclosed is a report showing attendance at the twelve warming shelter sites. The highest
number at each point in time is shown with the lowest. The average number of skaters at
each time is also indicated. These numbers give us a peek at how busy sites can be, how
quiet they can be, and how many people tend to use these sites at various times of the day,
on average. If there is a huge difference between the average and either the high or low,
then the assumption would be that those highs or lows were more of a one time occurrence.
If the average is closer to the high or low, then the assumption can be made that the high
or low is a pretty common occurrence.
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Trapp Farm, Bridle Ridge, Clearwater and Goat Hill parks are all constantly busy. They
are all in the eastern half of the city. Lexington, Pilot Knob and Woodhaven are lesser used
but also smaller sites.
Trapp Farm Park tubing hill was very popular again. Several injuries occur because of the
high number of users. Most are caused by collisions at the bottom of the hill between those
finished with their run and those coming down. Staff is positioned at the base of the hill
constantly reminding people to move to the side and watch up the hill. One difference
between this year and last is that there was one walkway up the hill on the east side versus
one on each side last year. This causes more traffic across the bottom to reach the walkway
back up.
Ideas for Next Winter
For Trapp Farm Park, the two walkways may help with the reduction of injuries. Also,
setting aside time for private reservations may generate revenue, allow for large groups and
reduce the crowds during public use due to groups coexisting.
Another site for reservations would be at the. Pilot Knob and/or Woodhaven skating rinks.
These two parks are not in use Monday through Thursday after school resumes in January.
They would work well for some of the private reservation demands we receive for hockey,
broomball and boot hockey. A policy for rental is in order due to the increasing requests
received.
For staff training, the offering of first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation will be
explored. Cost and liability are possible limitations.
Cellular phones were purchased for use at sites without telephones and worked well. No
longer are the leaders isolated from necessary assistance. The phones will be used at
Summer in the Park sites, also.
Staff goals are to improve interaction with the public, keep the sites cleaner, be more active
in preventing problems, and try more organized recreation activity.
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1992-93 WINTER RECREATION SITE
ATTENDANCE REPORT
SITE 10:30 A 12:30 P 2:30 P 1 4:30 P 6:30 P 8:30 P
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CLEARWA'TER HIGH 15 32 75 74 68 50
LOW 0 5 12 3 0 0
AVERAGE 3.8 14.8 45.6 32.5 14.2 12.6
GOAT HILL HIGH 6 18 25 15 64 28 50 20 45 21 36 13
LOW 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 2 0 0 0
AVERAGE 2.9 4.5 11A 4.3 22.3 10.5 13.5 5.6 19.9 SA 14.7 33
RAHN HIGH 11 0 20 5 25 8 25 10 43 10 38 10
LOW 0 0 0 0 6 2 0 0 2 0 1 0
AVERAGE 4.1 0 7A 13 13.9 4.8 9A 2.6 13.8 3.5 14.6 3.2
SKY HILL HIGH 12 4 16 15 31 25 35 26 51 21 55 19
LOW 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 0 4 0
AVERAGE 3A OS 79 4.1 17.8 7.8 11A 5.7 19.9 6A 243 5.5
TRAPP FARM HIGH 84 129 250 200 85 169
LOW 6 8 19
L 0 8 5
AVERAGE 32.0 49.6 114
I 38.6 27.8 36.9
BRIDLE RIDGE HIGH 25 9 30 24 47 53 48 37 52 32 52 28
LOW 0 0 0 0 3 2 0 0 1 0 0 0
AVERAGE 5.7 33 12.7 6.7 26.9 18A 13.0 &1 223 93 15.9 63
CARNELIAN HIGH 8 4 13 18 20 17 20 15 30 10 30 7
LOW 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
AVERAGE 1.5 .6 6.2 2.1 11.8 3.5 8.2 2.9 8.7 3.0 9A 24
QUARRY HIGH 40 0 30 4 48 7 48 26 64 50 52 8
LOW 0 0 0 0 4 0 1 0 1 0 0 0
AVERAGE 11.5 0 12.3 1.8 21.9 4.0 15.2 5.9 26.7 &6 25.1 2.9
RIDGECLIFF HIGH 4 6 15 9 26 16 17 12 16 17 22 11
LOW 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 0
AVERAGE 0.9 1.8 5.8 3.5 12.6 5.7 63 2.7 9.1 4.7 6A 2.9
LEXINGTON HIGH 10 9 16 10 10 10 17 8 12 10 10 5
LOW 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
AVERAGE 4.5 3A 5A 1.6 5.2 3.0 5.6 2.0 4.5 1.7 2.7 1.3
PILOT KNOB HIGH 1 0 7 2 9 0 13 4 12 2 15 6
LOW 0 0 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
AVERAGE 03 0 5.0 1.2 5.8 0 3.6 1.2 3.6 0.8 6.6 1.5
WOODHAVEN HIGH 4 8 8 13 15 12 19 12 15 11 12 4
LOW 0 0 0 0' 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
AVERAGE 2.0 2.7 3.7 1.7 7.5 3A 4.7 1.9 43 23 4.6 13
TOTAL AVERAGE 36.8 52.6 77.8 92.7 145.7 220.7 90.9 109.7 132.8 87.7 124.3 80.1
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ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
MARCH 29, 1993
1. * < Eagan Athletic Association registrations for baseball, softball, travel soccer, bantam
soccer and track are virtually complete, however, late registrations will be accepted until .
April 1.
The following team counts are as of March 18, 1993:
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In-house baseball
Travel baseball
In-house softball
Travel softball
Travel soccer
Bantam soccer
132
10
59
7
24
28
130 (and growing)
9
67
9
24
24 (likely to grow)
Track projected 600 participants, has 617 registered.
2. * < Staff has been invited to serve on the Minnesota Youth Bandy Council. Parks and
Recreation staff, Minnesota Youth Bandy enthusiasts and parents will meet periodically.
The primary goal is to expand interest in Youth Bandy.
3. * « The Fishing Seminar planned by Intern, Dan Schultz was attended by 70 people.
Interestingly, more adults than youth were in the audience. They now all know about
the secret fishing holes in Eagan!
4. * << Weekend reservations at the Trapp Farm and Thomas Lake Pavilions are at 35% of
capacity in May, 88% in June, 88% in July, 55% in August. New reservation inquiries
are received daily.
5. * « Though spring recreation programs have just begun, Recreation staff are laying the
groundwork for summer activities. Evening in the Park events, for instance must be
scheduled early.
6. *<< Community Education #196 is co-sponsoring two Evening in the Park events this year.
The Eagan Advisory Council has selected family events as a focus. The co-sponsorship
will make it possible for the city to host additional events.
7. * « TEAM TENNIS, the adult co-recreational tennis league, will again be a cooperative
project with the city of Inver Grove Heights. This league generally attracts participants
of varying levels of ability. Highly skilled players typically play in more competitive
leagues.
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8. * « All of last year's concession staff are returning in 1993. Inquiry concerning the 1"""
plans of last years tennis instructors will be made in the next week or two.
9. * « The Eagan Athletic Association has made its third and final payment on the storage
building. The City has been reimbursed completely, as outlined in the agreement
reached with the Association in 1990.
10. * « Winter volleyball leagues are ending on March 26 and March 30. Eagan was
represented at the Women's, Men's and Co-Recreational MRPA State Tournament.
There were no state champions this year, but a few teams came close.
11. « Spring programs are underway. Tiny Tots Recreation Activities, Games Kids Play,
Fitness & Fun all have full classes. Creative Expressions is the only preschool class
with openings.
12. * « Volunteers are needed for the Eagan Fun Run on Saturday, May 1, 1993. Anyone
interested, please contact the Department.
13. * « Preparation for the spring season continues on many fronts in Park Maintenance.
Considerable time and effort has been expended in sharpening and adjusting the
mowing reels and bedknifes of our reel mower. Steve Taylor has once again
accomplished this arduous task with the precision required to ensure the highest quality
cut on our irrigated turf.
14. * « All of the park shelter buildings have undergone a seasonal transformation. Included
in this regimen was the annual fire extinguisher inspections, carpet cleaning, seasonal
utilities (phones and electric) connect/disconnects, and general cleaning of all building
interiors.
15. << In preparation for the construction of the new cold storage facility, the existing pole
barn structure needed to be emptied and temporary storage ares found for all of the
supplies and equipment currently housed in the facility. All of the Parks Maintenance
personnel had some degree of involvement in this massive logistical undertaking.
16. * « Park Maintenance workers Scott Eppen, Don Buecksler, and Gary Skogstad continued
working with tree removal, shifting their efforts to Patrick Eagan Park, where they have
been clearing some trees and deadfall along the parks southern border as needed to
maintain the existing chain link fence.
17. * « A new state law that has recently gone into effect requires tiedowns on all trailers. All
loads must now be tied down at four points (typically the four comers.) Compliance
with this law has required a significant amount of work to add the additional tiedowns
needed. In addition, while working on the trailers, all of the wiring is being inspected
and repaired as needed, and the axles and brakes are being serviced.
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18. * A new secure storage area was needed for the computer networking equipment that will
be installed at the maintenance facility. Park Maintenance Workers Scott Eppen and
Gary Skogstad did, an excellent job in constructing this area and the city was able to
realize a considerable savings over contracting this work out.
19. * < With the warmer temperatures, playgrounds are beginning to see an increase in use.
In anticipation of this, Don Buecksler conducted an inspection of all the city's
playgrounds. The fact that only minor repairs were needed is testimony to Don's
continued vigilance in this area.
20. Park Maintenance workers Steve Hadden and Alex Lammers completed the
construction and installation of new cab protectors for all Eagan maintenance vehicles.
This project was undertaken following a review of operational safety issues by the City's
risk management consultant.
21. *<< Steve Hadden and Alex Lammers also completed work on the fabrication of six new
sets of hockey goals. These goals will be used to replace six of the older sets which can
no longer be efficiently maintained. Steve and Alex proved, once again, their
considerable skills in metalworking.
22. * « Operation of the aeration systems continued at Schwanz and Fish Lakes. With warming
weather and increased runoff, the systems will probably be shutdown by mid-April.
23. * Work was completed on the two remaining public forestry brochures. These
publications, which address "landscaping for wildlife" and "tree planting for energy
conservation" will be available for public distribution in time for the annual Arbor Day
Program on April 24th at Captain Dodd Park. A special thanks goes to Tom Schuster
for his dedication and hard work in following through with this project.
24. * « Quotations were received on the SBA grant landscaping project at City Hall, with the
award to Friedges Landscaping. This project will be underway in May and involve the
planting of 43 trees and 63 shrubs around the parking lot and building entrance. The
project is being cost shared on a 50-50 basis with the Department of Natural Resources.
25. *<< Parks Superintendent John VonDeLinde continued his involvement with the Outdoor
Recreation Public Advisory Committee, which is charged with developing the 1995-99
State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. Meetings of the "Liability/Risk
Management", and "Operations/Maintenance" Subcommittees were held in March.
*City Council meeting April 20, 1993
<Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission meeting April 1, 1993
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MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION, AND NATURAL RESOURCES
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FROM: JOHN K VONDELINDE, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS
DATE: MARCH 26, 1993
SUBJECT: FORESTRY BROCHURES
About two years ago, the Forestry Division established a goal of developing a series of six
forestry brochures aimed at increasing public awareness and understanding of landscaping
and tree conservation practices. The four brochures that are already in circulation are
entitled 'Trees and Our Environment', "Planning the Residential Landscaping", "Planting
and Maintenance of Trees", and "Dealing with Home Landscape Problems".
In anticipation of the upcoming Arbor Day Program on April 24th, the Department is
planning to complete publication of the two remaining forestry brochures entitled 'Tree
Planting for Energy Conservation' and "Landscaping for Wildlife". Copies of the drafts of
these two brochures are attached for the benefit of the Commission.
Special thanks goes to City Forester Tom Schuster for his efforts in researching and writing
these excellent public resources.
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Some birds like woodpeckers are absolutely
dependent on cavity-type trees. Dead trees are
also the home and food source for many animals
that in turn provide a natural source of insect and
rodent control. Even brush piles and rock piles
are important sources of escape cover and nesting
sites for animals ranging from cottontail rabbits
to garter snakes.
Wildlife feeders can be the finishing touch to a
landscape planned to supplement the food already
provided by trees, shrubs, flowers and food plots.
There are many types of wildlife feeders available,
each designed for a particular type of animal.
A Word About Wetlands
Many of us in Eagan are lucky enough to live
next to one of the hundreds of wetlands or small
lakes that dot the landscape. Of all types of
wildlife habitat, the shores of wetlands and lakes
have the greatest potential to attract wildlife if
managed properly. That potential can only be
realized if the vegetation on the shoretrees, shrubs,
and grasses-are allowed to grow. This "buffer"
can provide the necessary cover and food sources
to complement the food sources and water supply
offered by the aquatic environment.
Buffer strips as narrow as 20 feet can make a
difference in the amount and variety of wildlife
attracted, but wider strips are often recommended.
If you want access to the shore from your yard,
try to keep the access path to your yard narrow -
10 feet or less. Resist the temptation to extend
turf down to the shoreline ... the result will be a
more stable shoreline and more wildlife sharing
your space.
In order to be successful in attracting and
providing spaces for wildlife the essential food,
water and cover needs of target animals must be
met. But all of these efforts may be for nought, if
other activities chase wildlife away. For example,
by removing rock and brush piles as well as dead
trees from property, crucial habitat is reduced.
Using insecticides and pesticides in gardens and
on lawns can eliminate food sources for many
desirable animals and poison others. Finally, free
ranging domestic dogs and cats can be back yard
predators and kill or discourage wildlife from
using your yard.
A well planned and maintained urban landscape
can offer beauty, reduce energy consumption,
and enhance property value. It can also be the
home for a wide variety of wildlife. Careful
planning can make our backyards a very
interesting place to be.
For more information on attracting wildlife to
your backyard contact the Minnesota Department
of Natural Resources, University of Minnesota
Extension Agency, or your local library.
Informational folders
available from your
Eagan Parks &
Forestry Division
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• Trees in our environment
• Planning the residential
landscape
• Planting and maintenance of
trees
• Landscaping for wildlife
• Dealing with home landscape
problems
• Tree conservation in Eagan
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parks & recreation
LANDSCAPING
FOR WILDLIFE
LANDSCAPING
FOR WILDLIFE
A common thread that tuns through the fabric of
America is our love for wildlife. Americans spend
over $500 million annually on birdseed, feeders,
birdhouses, and animal identification guides.
Studies have shown that a yard landscaped to
attract birds and other animals usually commands
a higher property value. There is also an
educational value in interaction with wildlife and
its habitat. And besides being fun to watch,
wildlife is a barometer that measures the quality
of the environment we share.
By understanding a few basic principles and
obtaining some of the excellent references on
attracting wildlife, you can directly affect the
variety and quantity of wildlife around your home
and in your community.
Urban wildlife includes many species of birds,
mammals, reptiles, amphibians, insects and even
fish. Whatever the animal, the key to its presence
is suitable habitat. Animals will only stay in
areas that can supply what they need to survive.
The three essential elements of habitat for any
animal are food, water, and cover. The greater
the variety in these elements, the greater the
variety of animals that can live in a given area.
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Food Sources
Every animal species has its own unique food
requirements. An animal's food needs change
from season to season and also change as an
animal grows older.
Each plant species has a different food value and
attracts different animals. Some fruits, like
cherries and crabapples, are used by a wide variety
of animals. Unfortunately, many of the newer
fruitless cultivars have little food value. Having
a wide variety of plants with high food value is
the single best way to increase your pleasure of
viewing and attracting wildlife.
Among the many types of wildlife food that can
be provided through landscaping are:.
• fruits and berries
• grain and seeds
• nectar producing plants
• nuts and acorns
• browse plants (twigs and buds)
• forage plants (grasses and legumes)
• aquatic plants
Some plants produce foods that are attractive
only to insects and other invertebrates. But it
must be remembered that these animals
themselves provide an important food source for
many other animals. For instance some birds
rely almost exclusively on insects for food. In
addition to the nutritional parts of an animals
diet, salt and other supplements such as grit or
sand for grinding up food in a birds gizzard may
be required.
Water Sources
Water is as essential for wildlife as it is for
humans. One of the biggest challenges in
developing a landscape for wildlife is to enhance
existing ponds or to create water habitat where
they are absent.
Animals need water in winter as well as in
summer. Bird baths can be kept ice free with
commercially available bird bath heaters. But,
once you begin providing water, animals may
become dependent on the source for their survival.
So it is important to continually monitor water
supplies for availability.
Wildlife also prefer moving water. A dripping
hose into a water feeder works well for this. A
small pool can be created by placing a child's
plastic swimming pool in a hole so the top is
even with ground level. A perch over the top and
a rock ramp will make it attractive and useful to
birds and small animals.
Wildlife Prefer Moving Water
Cover/Habitat
Cover is essential to attract wildlife. It provides
protection for breeding, nesting, sleeping,
traveling, and biding from enemies. Cover comes
in many forms. Trees, shrubs, grasses, rock and
brush piles, hollow trees, bird houses, perches,
and pond islands are just a few examples of
suitable wildlife habitat.
The range of available food, water, and protective
cover will influence the kind and quality of
wildlife you can attract to your backyard. To see
more birds and to provide for their safety, cover
trees or shrubs should be planted within 10-15
feet of water and feeders. When possible, provide
unbroken travel lanes between wooded areas.
Rows of trees or hedges connecting tree masses
offer protection to animals that would otherwise
have to cross open areas without cover. Woodland
edges - the area where woods or shrubbery meets
a lawn or old field - is usually the richest location
for wildlife. This is due to the combination of
available food, sun and shade, and the security of
an escape route. Irregularly edged plantings are
always better than straight lines of trees and
shrubs.
Ideal "Edge"
Tall trees Short trees ad Shoes Gres
shrubs of high shrub teg.es rood ahe.
Old trees with cavities and dead tops and branches
as well as over mature trees can be of tremendous
benefit to wildlife. As long as they are not safety
hazards to people or property, there are ample
reasons to allow dead, over mature, or dying
trees to stand. These trees generally provide:
• the only suitable habitat for many owls,
songbirds, and tree frogs,
• larger crops of acorns, seeds, and other wildlife
food,
• a community of treetop insects essential for
many songbirds, and
• cavities for squirrels and other small mammals.
Trees can also impact energy use and conservation
by reducing wind. speed. During the winter, the
impact of wind most severe. Air exchange is
responsible for oh-third to over one half of the heat
loss from buildings with inadequate insulation and
weather stripping. Properly planted windbreaks can
reduce annual heating costs by nine to eleven
percent. Urban wind breaks are most effective when
placed upwind (usually west and north) and about
one to two times the height of the house.
A typical landscaping plan for energy conservation.
The time it takes to acman plant trees and shrubs
can be measured in minutes and hours. But, the
results of tree planting can last for decades. Well
thought out landscaping can reduce energy demands,
attract. wildlife, and increase property values for
years to come.
For more information on landscaping for energy
comervation, contact the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources, Minnesota Department of Public
Service, University of Minnesota Extension Agency
or your local lib
Informational folders
available from your
Eagan Parks &
Forestry Division
;tk
• Trees in our environment
• Planning the residential
landscape
• Planting and maintenance of
trees
• Landscaping for wildlife
• Dealing with home landscape
problems
• Landscaping for energy
conservation
TREE PLANTING
FOR ENERGY
CONSERVATION
TREE PL TING FOR
ENERGY CONSERVATION
Trees and shrubs influence our lives in many ways.
They beautify our community, offer habitat for
wildlife, are a source of building materials and, in
most cases, enhance the value of residential property.
But, not so obvious, is the way trees can help the
environment and save money too. Trees can be
used to conserve energy and in the process reduce
costs for running air conditioners in summer and
lower winter heating bills.
Landscaping for energy conservation not only saves
homeowners money, but is beneficial to the
environment. By reducing our heating and cooling
demands, trees indirectly reduce the amount of
carbon dioxide emitted by electrical generators.
Excessive atmospheric carbon dioxide is thought to
be a cause of global warming. Since trees and shrubs
directly consume carbon dioxide and give off
oxygen, they provide a secondary benefit by
combatting the "greenhouse effect".
Because of our geographical location in the northern
United States, the energy we use to heat our homes
in the winter is about ten times the amount of energy
needed to cool our homes in summer. During the
heating season, as much as one third of a building's
heat comes directly from solar radiation. Heat from
the sun enters buildings primarily through windows
and to a lesser extent through walls and roofs. A
good strategy for using trees to conserve energy,
then, is to maximize sunlight on buildings in the
winter and maximize shading during the summer.
Landscaping Objectives:
During the summer, trees growing on the east and
west sides of buildings provide the greatest cooling
effect from shade. Since the hottest part of most
summer days occurs in late afternoon, the shading
of windows and air conditioning units on the west
side of buildings is especi iportant. By contrast,
trees on the south side of a building will offer little
or no relief from the sun's heat during the summer.
Unless the south facing trees are very close to the
building or very large, their shadows may not even
reach the building.
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Trees on the south side of your house (see sample A) will offer
little or no relief from the sun's heat during the summer, and
interfere with solar gain during the winter.
Trees in the west side of your house (see sample B) will shade
it during the summer and will not interfere with solar gain
during the winter.
The objective during the winter is to maximize
solar gain to our homes. Trees growing on the south
side of a building interfere with the sun's ability to
provide heat to the structure. In fact, even deciduous
trees which loose their leaves block significant
amounts of solar gain with their twigs, branches,
and trunk.
In some cases, trees which shade south windows
can be pruned to allow more sunlight through their
crowns. Tall trees within 15 feet of south facing
windows will be more beneficial if the lower
branches are removed to allow midday sun to shine
below the crown. With evergreen trees complete
removal or transplanting may be warranted to
increase solar gain and decrease heating costs.
Solar Friendly Trees
Trees vary in their ability to shade or conversely to
allow sunlight penetration. A trees height, shape,
and crown density all affect its ability to shade. The
number and size of leaves and branches determine
crown density. Trees generally become denser with
age. Some trees with large compound leaves have
lower crown density during the winter because more
of the plant is shed each autumn when the leaves
drop.
Trees also vary in the duration of their foliation
period, that time between when they leaf out in
spring and when they drop their leaves in the fall.
For example, ash trees generally drop their leaves
early in fall while oak trees may hold their leaves
into winter.
For energy conservation, the most "solar friendly"
trees are those with high crown density in
summer, lown crown density in winter, and a
foliation period coinciding with the cooling season.
Some examples of "solar friendly" trees include:
ash, kentucky coffeetree, butternut and mapl
Tree Placement Strategies
When planting trees for energy conservation, it is
important to place trees strategically to achieve
maximum benefit. Whenever possible, tree selection
and placement should:
• shade west windows
• shade east windows
• shade air conditioners
• shade paved (or other heat absorbing) areas
• allow for air movement and summer breezes
• avoid planting trees that shade south facing
windows
• make use of "solar friendly" trees to the southwest
and southeast of buildings.
SUBJECT: PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT
(HADLER PARK)
APPLICANT: PORTFOLIO DESIGN SERVICES INC.
LOCATION: NE QUARTER SECTION 31
EXISTING ZONING: PD (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT)
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 23, 1993
DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 15, 1993
COMPILED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION SUMMARY: An application has been submitted on behalf of Blockbuster
Video requesting an amendment to the Hadler Park Planned Development to allow a video
store on the 1.2 acre Lot 2, Block 1, Hadler Park Addition. The site is located south of Cliff
Road and west of Rahncliff Road.
BACKGROUND: The Hadler Park Planned Development was approved on March 17, 1992
allowing a retail use (Waigreens); an 8,000 sq. ft. sitdown restaurant; a 6,000 sq. ft. sitdown
restaurant; and a medical clinic in the former County courthouse facility.
COMMENTS: The applicant is proposing a 6,500 sq. ft. building with a brick and stucco
exterior to match the new Walgreens store directly to the east of this site. The building
elevations provided by the applicant call for building signage on a trademark bright blue,
backlit, 5' awning on three sides of the building. The City Sign Code allows building signage
only on those sides of the building fronting a public street and each street side is allowed
one identification sign. The applicant is proposing Blockbuster lettering on either side of
a Blockbuster logo on the Cliff Road side of the building. Staff considers the blue
Blockbuster awning as signage and therefore, the sign plan shall be revised to eliminate the
backlit awning and lettering from the east and west sides of the building, as well as two of
the three business identification signs on the front of the building. All signage on the north
side of the building shall not exceed 20% of that building facade.
The building and parking areas meet all setback requirements. The site plan shows a
trash/recycling enclosure attached to the rear of the building, however the original Planned
Development Agreement required all trash/recycling to be contained within each building.
Also, 35 on-site parking spaces are required with a 6,500 sq. ft. building and the applicant
is providing 49 spaces. The site plan shows a 3,500 sq. ft. future building and parking
expansion area. The original Planned Development Agreement allowed for an 8,000 sq. ft.
building on this site and this maximum building size shall remain in place for this proposed
use.
GRADING/DRAINAGE/EROSION CONTROL: The. grading for the site was done with
the Hadler Park development during the summer of 1992. Therefore, a limited amount of
grading will be necessary to construct the building and parking lot to serve this development.
Drainage from this site will be conveyed by an existing storm sewer system to Pond AP-13
which is a pond on the City's Stormwater Management Plan. The pond was constructed
in the southeast corner of Hadler Park development and the pond was sized to handle the
flow from this area.
UTILITIES: Sanitary sewer and . water main were constructed with the Hadler Park
development in 1992 to serve this site. Sanitary sewer and water services were stubbed to
the lot along the south edge of this site. The sanitary sewer service to the proposed building
shall include a manhole at the edge of the easement. The existing hydrants in the area
should provide adequate fire protection to this site.
STREETS/ACCESS/CIRCULATION: An existing private street opening was provided to
Hadler Park development from Cliff Road in the northwest comer of the lot. The Cliff
Road access will serve as a right-in/right-out only entrance. Another access was provided
from the east to Rahn Cliff Road and this is a full access that will be shared by the
Walgreen's development. A site plan shall be submitted with the building permit
application for this development. The parking layout plan shall show concrete curb and
gutter for all edges of the parking lot except along the west edge of the lot. Along the west
edge a temporary bituminous curb will be allowed to account for the future development
of Lot 1 to the west.
EASEMENTS/RIGHT-OF-WAY/PERMITS: The platting of Hadler Park included the
right-of-way and easements for the streets and utilities that are necessary to serve this site.
5d..
If approved, this Planned Development shall be subject to the following:
1. A Planned Development Amendment shall be entered into within 60 days of
Council action.
2. The elevation plan sheet shall be revised to eliminate awnings and lettering on the
east and west sides of the proposed building.
3. Signage (awning and logo) on the north side of the building shall not exceed 20%
of the building facade or 370 sq. ft.
4. No rooftop mechanical equipment shall be visible from ground level.
5. Building expansion shall not exceed 8,000 sq. ft.
6. The building is required to be brick on all sides.
7. Trash and recycling shall be contained within the building.
8. No outdoor display, or storage, shall be allowed.
9. No outdoor loudspeaker advertising shall be allowed.
10. No on-site lighting shall spill off site.
11. All signage shall meet the Planned Development requirements and be subject to
the one-time sign fee of $2.50/sq. ft.
12. All other applicable City Code requirements.
13. A sanitary sewer manhole shall be included on the sanitary sewer service to this
building at the edge of the easement.
14. A site plan shall be submitted for staff review with the building permit application.
15. The parking lot is required to be constructed in accordance with City Code
requirements including internal storm sewer, concrete curb and gutter for all edges
of the parking lot except along the westerly edge where a bituminous curb will be
allowed in areas where future development will connect to the proposed
development, and bituminous surfacing.
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SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY PLAT
PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2ND ADDITION
APPLICANT: PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH
LOCATION: LOT 1, BLOCK 1, SUNSET 12TH ADDITION
EXISTING ZONING: P (PUBLIC FACILITIES)
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 23, 1993
DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 12, 1993
COMPILED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION SUMMARY: An application has been submitted requesting a Preliminary
Plat consisting of one lot on approximately 6.7 previously-zoned Public Facilities acres.
BACKGROUND: Praise Lutheran Church was originally platted in 1987 as one lot on
approximately 4.6 acres.
LOCATION: This site is located south of County Road 30 (Diffley Road), west of Dodd
Road, north of Saddle Horn Addition, and east of Sunset 12th Addition. The surrounding
zoning districts are A (Agricultural) to the north, P (Public Facilities) on the east and west,
and R-1 (Single Family) on the south. The Land Use Guide Plan designates this area as P
Public Facilities, Quasi-Public.
SITE PLAN: The Preliminary Plat indicates a total area of 293,968 sq. ft., 6.7 acres. The
additional 1.9 acres being platted with Praise Lutheran 1st Addition was originally platted
with Sunset 12th Addition (Eagan Alliance Church). At this time, Praise Lutheran Church
has no plans for construction on this property. Located in the northwest corner of the site
is the existing church building. South of the building is the parking lot. The site takes access
from Dodd Road. Located in the southeast corner of the site is a cul-de-sac from Stirrup
Street. Access from this cul-de-sac is not proposed.
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GRADING/DRAINAGE/EROSION CONTROL: The church does not intend to do any
grading in the near future or associated with this apploication. If the church expands their
building or parking lot in the future, the City will review the proposed improvements with
the building permit issuance or as a part of the grading permit required with parking lot
expansion.
Storm water runoff from this development drains into an existing storm sewer system that
conveys the water to Pond JP-27.1, which is a pond on the City's Comprehensive Stormwater
Management Plan. The outlet for Pond JP-27.1 will be upgraded as a part of Project 607,
East Diffley Road reconstruction.
WATER QUALITY AND WETLANDS: This preliminary plat lies within Drainage Basin
J. Staff will recommend a cash dedication to satisfy water quality requirements. The
developer will be responsible for providing documentation to staff by Wednesday March 24
as to whether there are wetlands on the site and, if so, how requirements for the Wetlands
Conservation Act will be met.
These recommendations are subject to approval by the Advisory Parks, Recreation, and
Natural Resources Commission.
UTILITIES: The existing Praise Lutheran Church building is served with sanitary sewer and
watermain from Dodd Road. The existing Eagan Alliance Church building is served by
sanitary sewer and watermain that was extended to the north from the existing utility in
Stirrup Street.
STREETS/ACCESS/CIRCULATION: The Sunset 10th Addition constructed a temporary
bituminous cul-de-sac without curb and gutter on the north end of Stirrup Street. With the
platting of this development, the City will require the construction of a permanent cul-de-sac
with B618 concrete curb and gutter around the cul-de-sac. Also, the cul-de-sac shall receive
a 1 /" bituminous wear overlay to provide the proper thickness to the pavement. In addition,
the potholes and the drainage of the street shall be repaired at the location where.the cul-
de-sac connects to the existing stub street.
EASEMENTS/RIGHT-OF-WAY/PERMITS: The final plat shall include a 55' radius for
the right-of-way for the permanent cul-de-sac at the north end of Stirrup Street.
The applicant has petitioned the City to vacate the 60 foot street easement that was
provided for a future east-west street. The east-west street would have been the extension
of Stirrup Street to Dodd Road and it would have provided street access to future single
family lots along the south edge of this plat. Since Peace Lutheran Church is acquiring the
property where the future single family lots were to be located, and the church does not
intend to use the property for future lots, the church is requesting to vacate the 60' street
easement.
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FINANCIAL OBLIGATION - PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2ND
Based upon the study of the financial obligations collected in the past and the uses proposed
for the property, the following charges are proposed. The charges are computed using the
City's existing fee schedule and connections proposed to be made to the City's utility system
based on the submitted plans.
Improvement Use Rate Quantity
WAC
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At the issuance of the building permit for this parcel, no WAC was collected by the City.
The City will ask for WAC charges at the time of expansion of the present church building
or other connection to the City's water system. No WAC is proposed as a financial
obligation of this lot split.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATION - SUNSET 12 LOT SPLIT
Based upon the study of the financial obligations collected in the past and the uses proposed
for the property, the following charges are proposed. The charges are computed using the
City's existing fee schedule and connections proposed to be made to the City's utility system
based on the submitted plans.
Improvement Use Rate Quantity Amowt
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At the issuance of the building permit for this parcel, no WAC was collected by the City.
The City will ask for WAC charges at the time of expansion of the present church building
or other connection to the City's water system. No WAC is proposed as a financial
obligation of this lot split.
CONDITIONS OF PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR PRAISE LUTHERAN CHURCH 2ND
ADDITION
1. These standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by Council action on
February 2, 1993 shall be complied with:
Al, B1, B2, B3, C1, C3, D1, El, F1, G1, and H1
2. A permanent cul-de-sac with B618 concrete curb and gutter and a bituminous
overlay shall be constructed at the north end of Stirrup Street.
3. The final plat shall include a 55 foot radius for the right-of-way for the cul-de-sac
on Stirrup Street in accordance with City Code requirements.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
A. Financial Obligations
1. This development shall accept its additional financial obligations as defined
in the staff's report in accordance with the final plat dimensions and the
rates in effect at the time of final plat approval.
B. Easements and Rights-of-Way
This development shall dedicate 10-foot drainage and utility easements
centered over all lot lines and, in addition, where necessary to
accommodate existing or proposed utilities for drainage ways within the
plat. The development shall dedicate easements of sufficient width and
location as determined necessary by engineering standards.
2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or financially guarantee the
acquisition costs of drainage, ponding, and utility easements in addition to
public street rights-of-way as required by the alignment, depth, and storage
capacity of all required public utilities and streets located beyond the
boundaries of this plat as necessary to service or accommodate this
development.
3. This development shall dedicate all public right-of-way and temporary slope
easements for ultimate development of adjacent roadways as required by
the appropriate jurisdictional agency.
4. This development shall dedicate adequate drainage and ponding easements
to incorporate the required high water elevation plus three .(3) feet as
necessitated by storm water storage volume requirements.
C. Plans and Specifications
All public and private streets, drainage systems and utilities necessary to
provide service to this development shall be designed and certified by a
registered professional engineer in accordance with City adopted codes,
engineering standards, guidelines and policies prior to application for final
plat approval.
2. A detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and sediment control plan must be
prepared in accordance with current City standards prior to final plat
approval.
3. This development shall ensure that all dead-end public streets shall have a
cul-de-sac constructed in accordance with City engineering standards.
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4. A separate detailed landscape plan shall be submitted overlaid on the
proposed grading and utility plan. The financial guarantee for such plan
shall be included in the Development Contract and shall not be released
until one year after the date of City certified compliance.
D. Public Improvements
1. If any improvements are to be installed under a City contract, the
appropriate project must be approved by Council action prior to final plat
approval.
E. Permits
1. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition of all regulatory
agency permits required by the affected agency prior to final plat approval.
F. Parks and Trails Dedication
1. This development shall fulfill its park and trail dedication requirements as
recommended by the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resource
Commission and approved by Council action.
G. Water Quality Dedication
1. This development shall be responsible for providing a cash dedication,
ponding, or a combination thereof in accordance with the criteria identified
in the City's Water Quality Management Plan, as recommended by the
Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resource Commission and
approved by Council action.
H. Other
1. All subdivision, zoning and other ordinances affecting this development shall
be adhered to, unless specifically granted a variance by Council action.
Advisory Planning Commission
Approved: August 25. 1987
City Council
September 15. 1987
Revised: July 10. 1990
Revised: February 2. 1993
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FIGURE No. 17
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CITY OF
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SUBJECT: REZONING & PRELIMINARY PLAT
(HAWTHORNE WOODS 3RD ADDITION)
APPLICANT: LYMAN DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
LOCATION: NE QUARTER SECTION 25
EXISTING ZONING: R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY) & A (AGRICULTURAL)
DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 23, 1993
DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 16, 1993
COMPILED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION SUMMARY: Separate applications have been submitted requesting a
Rezoning of approximately one acre from Agricultural to R-1 (Single Family) and a
Preliminary Plat consisting of 15 lots and one outlot on 6.2 acres. The site is located south
of Diffley Road, just west of Highway 3.
BACKGROUND: Hawthorne Woods was originally preliminary platted as 97 single family
lots in February 1992. Hawthorne Woods North and Hawthorne Woods West were
preliminary platted in June 1992 and July 1992, respectively. To date, 41 lots in Hawthorne
Woods and 13 lots in Hawthorne Woods West have been final platted. The 59 lots in
Hawthorne Woods 2nd Addition, including the Hawthorne Woods North Preliminary Plat,
received Final Plat approval at the March 16, 1993 City Council meeting.
The current application for Hawthorne Woods 3rd contains 5.2 acres that were rezoned and
preliminary platted as part of Hawthorne Woods and approximately one acre of Agricultural
zoned land that was recently acquired by the developer. The additional land allows for the
extension of the easternmost cul-de-sac (East Wood Court). There is a house on this site
that will be removed. The existing well and septic systems will need to be abandoned by
City and County standards.
COMMENTS: City Code performance standards for R-1 (Single Family) developments
include an 85' minimum lot width at the building setback line and a minimum lot size of
12,000 sq. ft. The 15 proposed lots range in size from 12,390 sq. ft. to 20,150 sq. ft. The
average lot size is 15,358 sq. ft. and the median lot size is 14,200 sq. ft. All lots will meet
single family lot area and width requirements and will gain access from the East Wood Court
cul-de-sac which ties into Hawthorne Woods Drive. There will be no direct access to State
Highway 3.
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Tree preservation should be achieved with a physical barrier. Protection of trees to be saved
during site grading should be enclosed within a snow fence or other suitable material. Also,
boulevard trees will be allowed 7' from the back of the curb.
PARKS & RECREATION: The Parks & Recreation staff will be recommending to the
Advisory, Parks, Recreation, and Natural Resources Commission at its April 1, 1993 meeting
that this plat be subject to a cash park and trails dedication.
GRADING/DRAINAGE/EROSION CONTROL: The south half of the Hawthorne Woods
3rd Addition was rough graded during the summer of 1992 under a grading permit for
Hawthorne Woods 1st Addition. The new layout for the 3rd Addition extends the cul-de-sac
to the north another 200 feet. In the northeast corner of the site is an existing house and
garage that will be removed with the grading operation. The preliminary grading plan shows
an 8% grade for Eastwood Court as it slopes to the north. Even with the 8% street grade,
the fill that will be required for the streets and house pads will range from 6 feet for the
houses on the east side of Eastwood Court to 18 feet for the houses on the west side of
'Eastwood Court.
Drainage from this development will be conveyed by a new storm sewer system that will
drain to the northwest to Pond JP-26.1. This pond is on the City's Comprehensive Storm
Water Management Plan and it will be developed during the summer of 1993 with the
Hawthorne Woods 2nd Addition. The outlet for the pond will be provided with the East
Diffley Road project, City Project #607. The storm sewer layout for this development shall
include a catch basin in the backyard drainage swale in between Lots 5 and 6 to collect the
storm water runoff of 4 cfs that will be draining through the backyards in a northerly
direction. The preliminary grading plan shows that the existing trees in the backyard area
west of Eastwood Court over to the backyard area of the adjoining lots in the Hawthorne
Woods 2nd Addition will be saved. The area of trees that will be saved is approximately
a 100 foot wide strip along the plat line of the two developments.
The development will be responsible for installing and maintaining erosion control measures
in accordance with the City's Erosion/Sediment Control Manual Standards. Erosion control
will be needed along the north property line of this site to prevent sediments from eroding
onto the private property to the north.
WATER QUALITY AND WETLANDS: This preliminary plat includes one additional acre
within the Hawthorne Woods development for which water quality requirements have not
been satisfied. Staff will recommend a cash dedication to satisfy these requirements. The
developer will be responsible for providing documentation to staff by Wednesday March 24
as to the whether there are wetlands on the site and, if so, how requirements for the
Wetlands Conservation Act will be met.
These recommendations are subject to approval by the Parks, Recreation, and Natural
Resources Commission.
UTILITIES: Sanitary sewer of sufficient size, depth and capacity will be provided to the
southwest corner of Diffley Road and T.H. 3 under the East Diffley Road project, City
Project #607. Sanitary sewer will need to be extended approximately 600 feet along T.H.
3 from Diffley Road to this site. The developer has the option of installing the 8" sanitary
sewer along T.H. 3 himself or petitioning the City to do this as a public improvement
project. The proposed lots on Eastwood Court would be served by a 8" sanitary sewer that
would drain in a northerly direction to the proposed sanitary sewer line on T.H. 3.
Watermain will be constructed with the East Diffley Road project to the T.H. 3 intersection
with Diffley Road. Watermain is proposed to be stubbed in Eastwood Court from
Hawthorne Woods 2nd Addition, City Project #92-UU. Both of the watermain stubs are
in the intermediate pressure zones and City staff recommends that the 6" watermain be
looped through Eastwood Court, then along T.H. 3 to Diffley Road. The looping of the
watermain will improve the supply of water to the north 25 lots along Hawthorne Woods
Drive on the Hawthorne Woods 2nd Addition, plus the proposed lots in this development.
The extension of the watermain along T.H. 3 will also provide water service to the existing
houses along T.H. 3. The extension of the watermain along T.H. 3 from the north property
line of this site to Diffley Road will be required with this development. The developer has
the option to install this watermain privately or to sign a petition to have the City install the
utility under a public improvement project.
Sanitary sewer and watermain shall be stubbed to Lot 9 of Auditor's Subdivision #42 (the
M. Diffley property) located southeast of Eastwood Court as shown on the preliminary
utility plan. The sanitary sewer and watermain stubs will provide service to the existing
house and to any future development of Lot 9 of Auditor's Subdivision #42.
STREETS/ACCESS/CIRCULATION: Street access will be provided to this development
from a stub street of Eastwood Court which will be constructed with the Hawthorne Woods
2nd Addition. The preliminary site plan shows extending Eastwood Court to the north to
provide a 800' long cul-de-sac. No access will be provided to the lots from T.H. 3 which
abuts the plat along the east property line. The platting of Eastwood Court will provide
street access to the 15 lots of this development, plus it will provide street access to Lot 9,
of Auditor's Subdivision #42 (the M. Diffley property) which is located in the southeast
corner of this development.
EASEMENTS/RIGHT-OF-WAY/PERMITS: The right-of-way for Eastwood Court is shown
to be 50' wide with a 60' radius for the cul-de-sac. The developer will be responsible for
obtaining drainage and utility easements for the proposed sanitary sewer, watermain and
storm sewer that will be constructed beyond the limits of this development.
The development will be responsible for ensuring that all regulatory agency permits (MPCA,
Minnesota Dept. of Health, MWCC, MnDOT, etc.) are obtained prior to final plat approval.
no.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATION - HAWTHORNE WOODS 3RD
Based upon the study of the financial obligations collected in the past and the uses proposed
for the property, the following charges are proposed. The charges are computed using the
City's existing fee schedule and connections proposed to be made to the City's utility system
based on the submitted plans.
Improvement Use Rate Quantity Anwunt
Sanitary Sewer Trunk SF $740/Lot 15 Lots $11,100
Water Trunk SF 775/Lot 15 Lots 11,625
Storm Sewer Trunk SF .071/S.F. 232,175 S.F. 16,484
$39,209
On the date this report was written, there were no pending assessments on the parcels
proposed to be platted. There are levied assessments totaling $101,817 which will be
apportioned to the lots created by Hawthorne Woods 2nd and 3rd Additions.
CONDITIONS OF PRELIMINARY PLAT FOR HAWTHORNE WOODS 3RD ADDITION
1. These standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by Council action on
February 2, 1993 shall be complied with:
Al, B1, B2, B3, C1, C2, C3, D1, El, F1, G1, and H1
2. Tree protection during grading shall include enclosing trees to be saved with snow
fencing or other suitable material.
3. Boulevard trees will be allowed 7' from the back of the curb.
4. All existing well and septic systems on this site shall be abandoned according to
Department of Health, Dakota County, and City requirements.
5. A Variance of 300' to the 500' maximum cul-de-sac length shall be approved for
Eastwood Court.
6. This development is required to provide for the extension of sanitary sewer from
Eastwood Court to Diffley Road along the west edge of T.H. 3.
7. This development shall provide for the looping of the 6" watermain from
Eastwood Court to Diffley Road along the west side of T.H. 3.
8. Sanitary sewer and watermain stubs shall be provided to the M. Diffley property
on Lot 9 of Auditor's Subdivision #42.
9. The developer will be responsible for obtaining drainage and utility easements for
the proposed sanitary sewer, watermain and storm sewer that will be constructed
beyond the limits of this development.
10. The storm sewer layout for this development shall include a catch basin in the
backyard drainage swale in between Lots 5 and 6.
9'.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
A. Financial Obligations
1. This development shall accept its additional financial obligations as defined
in the staff's report in accordance with the final plat dimensions and the
rates in effect at the time of final plat approval.
B. Easements and Rights-of-Way
This development shall dedicate 10-foot drainage and utility easements
centered over all lot lines and, in addition, where necessary to
accommodate existing or proposed utilities for drainage ways within the
plat. The development shall dedicate easements of sufficient width and
location as determined necessary by engineering standards.
2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or financially guarantee the
acquisition costs of drainage, ponding, and utility easements in addition to
public street rights-of-way as required by the alignment, depth, and storage
capacity of all required public utilities and streets located beyond the
boundaries of this plat as necessary to service or accommodate this
development.
3. This development shall dedicate all public right-of-way and temporary slope
easements for ultimate development of adjacent roadways as required by
the appropriate jurisdictional agency.
4. This development shall dedicate adequate drainage and ponding easements
to incorporate the required high water elevation plus three (3) feet as
necessitated by storm water storage volume requirements.
C. Plans and Specifications
1. All public and private streets, drainage systems and utilities necessary to
provide service to this development shall be designed and certified by a
registered professional engineer in accordance with City adopted codes,
engineering standards, guidelines and policies prior to application for final
plat approval.
2. A detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and sediment control plan must be
prepared in accordance with current City standards prior to final plat
approval.
3. This development shall ensure that all dead-end public streets shall have a
cul-de-sac constructed in accordance with City engineering standards.
V.
4. A separate detailed landscape plan shall be submitted overlaid on the
proposed grading and utility plan. The financial guarantee for such plan
shall be included in the Development Contract and shall not be released
until one year after the date of City certified compliance.
D. Public Improvements
1. If any improvements are to be installed under a City contract, the
appropriate project must be approved by Council action prior to final plat
approval.
E. rmit
1. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition of all regulatory
agency permits required by the affected agency prior to final plat approval.
F. Parks and Trails Dedication
1. This development shall fulfill its park and trail dedication requirements as
recommended by the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resource
Commission and approved by Council action.
G. Water Quality Dedication
This development shall be responsible for providing a cash dedication,
ponding, or a combination thereof in accordance with the criteria identified
in the City's Water Quality Management Plan, as recommended by the
Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resource Commission and
approved by Council action.
H. Other
1. All subdivision, zoning and other ordinances affecting this development shall
be adhered to, unless specifically granted a variance by Council action.
Advisory Planning Commission
Approved: August 25. 1987
City Council
September 15. 1987
Revised: July 10. 1990
Revised: February 2. 1993
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