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02/16/1995 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionAGENDA ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA Thursday, February 16, 1995 7:00 PM Eagan Municipal Center A. 7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting B. Call to order and Pledge of Allegiance C. Introduction of New Members D. Commission Organization 7:03 pm (1) Election of Chairperson, Vice Chair and Secretary (2) Committee Appointments E. Approval of Agenda 7:15 pm F. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 12, 1995 7:17 pm G. Visitors to be Heard H-. Department Happenings Pages 3-6 7:20 pm 1. Consent Agenda (1) Oak Cliff Eighth Addition - Penn Cycle, Inc. Pages 7-26 7:25 pm (2) Safari at Eagan 3rd Addition - J. Bryon Watschke Page 27 J. Development Proposals (1) Mallard Park 4th Addition - EHW Properties Pages 29-40 7:30 pm K. Old Business (1) Erosion Control 7:45 pm L. New Business (1) Prairie Management Plan - Thomas Lake Park Pages 41-48 7:50 pm M. Parks Development Update 8:05 pm N. Water Resources Update 8:15 pm (1) Fish Lake Update 0. Other Business and Reports (1) Community Development Block Grant Application Page 49 8:25 pm (2) Available Land Adjacent to Mueller Farm Park Pages 51-52 8:30 pm P. Round Table 8:40 pm Q. Adjournment 8:45 pm The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status , sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the events. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids. Subject to approval MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA January 12, 1995 A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission was cal led to order at 7:00 pm on January 12, 1995 with the following Commission Members present: Lee Markell, Jonathan Widem, Stephen Thompson, Ted Billy, John Rudolph, Sherie Wallace, Ken Tyler, David Szott and Michael Vincent. Member George Kubik was not present. Staff present Included Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation; Dorothy Peterson, Superintendent of Recreation, Rich Brasch, Water Resources Coordinator; Gregg Hove, Forestry Supervisor; Mike Ridley, Project Planner and Cheryl Mesko, Secretary. AGENDA John Rudolph moved, Jonathan Widem seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the agenda as presented. MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF DECEMBER 19,1995 John Rudolph moved, Jonathan Widem seconded with all members voting in favor to accept the agenda as presented. DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS Some items highlighted by Director Vraa included moving the bandy program to Pilot Knob Park, windscreens have been ordered for the Birch pod tennis courts at Northview Park with the City logo on one of the panels, a grant application will be submitted to the Otto Bremer Foundation to purchase a van for Youth Development programming, the purchase of the Holz Farm has been completed and the outdoor rinks have experienced some difficulty in opening due to the unseasonably warm weather. Member Markel) complimented staff on the completion of the Holz Farm acquisition. AWARD OF APPRECIATION - TED BILLY Chairman Markel) presented a placque to Ted Billy in appreciation of contributions to the Commission for the past 6-1/2 years. Member Billy thanked the Commission for the recognition stating he felt he had gained more than he had contributed as a member of the Commission. Ted continued that he was impressed with the commitment of staff and the Commission to provide an outstanding park system to Eagan residents and concluded that with the unselfish time commitment of the Commission members, he expected to see the good work continued in the future. CONSENT AGENDA Jonathan Widem moved, Stephen Thompson seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council relative to Rahn Cliff 4th Addition: 1. There are no significant trees located on the site. 2. The developer shall maintain an ungraded, natural buffer at least 20 feet back from the normal water level of Pond AP-44. 3. This development is not subject to any further water quality requirements. 4. This development shall be responsible for a cash parks dedication. 5. This development shall be responsible for a cash trails dedication. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 2 DEERWOOD TOWNHOMES - GOOD VALUE HOMES After a brief introduction by Director Vraa, Project Planner Ridley explained that Good Value Homes is requesting approval of a rezoning of 7.74 acres and a Preliminary Subdivision consisting of 37 lots at the northeast intersection of t-35E and Deerwood Drive. Planner Ridley continued that this project provides 4.7 units per acre density. The Utility Plan submitted is acceptable and the applicant has petitioned the City for a public improvement that will extend sanitary sewer and water main to this site from the east. The applicant is proposing a private loop street for internal access and circulation. In conclusion, Planner Ridley noted that the proposed development is consistent with the requested rezoning and the existing Comprehensive Land Use Guide Plan Designation and it appears the land use and density appear to be compatible with the subject site and anticipated development of the surrounding property. Water Resources Coordinator Brasch noted that there is one apparent wetland on site, but evidence was provided by the developer and approved by staff, that supports an exemption from regulations under the WCA. Relative to water quality, Coordinator Brasch stated that a cash dedication should be required for any shortfall in treatment provided by pond BP-33. Forestry Supervisor Hove stated that the Tree Preservation Plan is acceptable as presented. There are 32 significant trees located on the site and the plan calls for 3 of those trees to be removed, which is slightly under 1% removal. Ken Tyler expressed concern about the grading of the site since there appears to be a lot of cut and fill required. John Peterson, representing Good Value Homes responded that although there would be some significant cuts on the site the final grade would be 3/1 or flatter. Planner Ridley confirmed that it is his understanding that the site will be relatively flat once it's graded. Member Rudolph asked if there would be berming or a buffer of trees between the homes and 35E. Planner Ridley responded that although there would be some berming, the developer needs to be careful not to change the drainage on the site. After further discussion, Stephen Thompson moved, Michael Vincent seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following recommendations to the City Council relative to Deerwood Townhomes: 1. The Tree Preservation Plan is acceptable as presented. 2. This development would be subject to a cash parks dedication. 3. This development would be subject to a cash trails dedication. 4. There are no jurisdictional wetlands on this site. S. This development would be subject to a cash water quality requirement for any shortfall in treatment provided by pond BP-33. RIDGECLIFF WOODS -LGA INVESTMENT GROUP, INC. After a brief introduction by Director Vraa, Planner Ridley explained this request is for a rezoning of 3 acres and a preliminary subdivision consisting of 8 lots on 4.3 acres located on the south side of Cliff Road just east of Lenore Lane. Ridley concluded that the plan was consistent with surrounding properties with a density of 1.9 units/acre. Coordinator Brasch statedthe storm drainage plan is acceptable. The developer is proposing to construct a storm sewer system that will collect runoff from the streets and front yards and then drain it into the pond at the northwest comer at the site (Pond BP-31). Any shortfall in treatment of storm water by pond BP-31 should be made up through a cash water quality dedication. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 3 Brasch also explained that the grading p northerly edge of the pond to the south (Poi erosion into the pond, the developer should normal water level along the north edge of I Commission calls for approximately 4 feet of fill to be placed along the BP-32). To protect the vegetation and trees and to control wide a 30 foot natural, ungraded buffer strip back from the pond. Forestry Supervisory Hove ted the T Preserv Preservation Plan submitted was unacceptable. The site is completely tree covered and the significant aspen woodlands have not been identified on the plan. The developer has revised the plan to reduce the loss from 45.5% to 37.5% which exceeds the 25% allowed removal for the first phase of development; ho ever, the 37.5% represents total tree loss because the developer is proposing to install utilities, construct the street, and clear the house pads all in one phase. The Plan does not reflect the additional tree loss that will cur by the required utility and possible street extension on the east edge of the site. It is staff's recommenda ion that the developer revise the Plan to Incorporate the impact of the utility/street extension and also provide information on the significant woodlands on site that have been verified in the field by staff. Wayne Tauer, Pioneer Engineering, repre nting LGA Investment Group, Inc. stated the developer prefers to provide a cul-de-sac on this site rather han a through street as the City is requesting. Asking if the Commission deals with the through street i sue, Mr. Tauer commented that the cul-de-sac would impact significantly less trees than the through st t. The developer feels they have done a good job with tree preservation considering the limiting design apabilities of the site. Jim Waters, LGA Investment Group, Inc. stated they are very sensitive to tree issues and feel they did an excellent job in saving trees. They are open t mitigation and will work with staff to resolve those issues. The extension of the street would result in great r tree loss than the cul-de-sac Mr. Waters concluded. John Rudolph asked if the cul-de-sac we approved, could another cul-de-sac be brought in from the east. Planner Ridley responded that this suggestio was brought up by the developer, however staff was concerned about the long length of a potential cul-de- c from the east.. Jonathan Widem asked what the tree to s difference would be between the cul-de-sac and the through street. Supervisor Hove responded that 7-9 t s can be preserved with the road extension. Ken Tyler opined that the Advisory Planning Commission shou d be considering the cul-de-sac/through street. Mr. Tauer stated the developer would like the support of th APRNRC for a cul-de-sac road before going to the Advisory Planning Commission. Member Markell opined there were natural resource advantages in providing 2 cul-de- sacs. Jonathan Widem commented that he we resource issues since that is the charge of this the 25% tree removal requirement and asked expressed his preference for transplanting lar, Supervisor Hove responded that it is diffict applauded the efforts of the developer in wo was incomplete at this time. Mr. Tauer aske the significant woodlands on site need to b submitted per the guidelines of the Tree Pre As a point of clarification, Ken Tyler nc development, how much more loss would b that during the initial development, 25% is phase, (lot development) 20% of the remainii criteria, their plans are actually under the allc is the allowed removal during the first phase whether it be for the first phase or full phase. the grading and lot preparation at one time Id like the discussion to focus on tree preservation and natural ommission. His concern was that the developer was exceeding trees being removed could be transplanted on site. Mr. Widem tr trees but was unsure if they would survive such a disturbance. t to transplant large. trees and have them survive. Mr. Hove ,ing on this development but reiterated that the Plan submitted what other information was needed. Mr. Hove responded that identified. Member Widem concurred that a Plan should be irvation Plan. ed that if 2S% are allowed to be removed in the first phase of allowed during the second phase. Supervisor Hove responded he allowable percentage of tree removal while during the 2nd tg trees can be removed. Mr. Water responded that based on that ,wable tree removal. Member Widem clarified that although 25% , the Commission has, in the past, held fast to the 25% removal Wayne Tauer responded that it appears developers who complete are penalized for doing a complete job. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 4 Member Markell stated his support for the cul-de-sac layout as was presented by the developer. Stephen Thompson responded that the street is an Issue for the Advisory Planning Commission to resolve, however, the impact of tree preservation would be a relevant issue in making a recommendation to the Advisory Planning Commission. Member Vincent opined that the Commission should approveldisapprove the development that is presented and let the Advisory Planning Commission review the issues involved and, make their recommendations. Member Szott added that if the plan is approved by the Commission as presented, it would include the cul-de-sac design. After further discussion, Ted Billy moved, Stephen Thompson seconded that both the cul-de-sac and street proposal be submitted but that the Commission does not endorse either plan. Those voting Aye included Ted Billy, Stephen Thompson and Michael Vincent. Those voting Nay included Jonathan Widem, Sherie Wallace, John Rudolph, Lee Markell, David Szott and Ken Tyler. The motion did not pass. Lee Markell moved, Jonathan Widem seconded to make the following recommendations to the Advisory Planning Commission and City Council relative to Ridgecliff Woods, as presented by staff: 1. The developer shall provide a 30 foot vegetative, ungraded buffer strip from the normal water level along the north edge of Pond BP-32. 2. The developer shall pay a cash water quality dedication for any shortfall in storm water treatment of Pond BP-31. 3. The Tree Preservation Plan is unacceptable and will require that the developer provide information on the significant woodlands on site that have been verified in the field by staff. 4. This development would be responsible for a cash parks dedication. 5. This development would be responsible for a cash-trails dedication. Those voting Aye included Jonathan Widem, Sherie Wallace, Lee Markell, David Szott, Ken Tyler, Stephen Thompson and Michael Vincent. Those voting Nay included John Rudolph and Ted Billy. The motion passed. BLACKHAWK FOREST - MAPLEWOOD DEVELOPMENT, INC. Following a brief introduction by Director Vraa, Project Planner Ridley explained this request for a Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment, Rezoning from R-3 to R-1 Variances to R-1 setback requirements and a Preliminary Subdivision consisting of 59 lots on 38 acres north of Silver Bell Road, east of Highway 13, west of Blackhawk Road and along either side of Robin Lane. The proposed subdivision will be compatible with existing single family development to the east and should be compatible with the established townhouse development to the south. Water Resources Coordinator Brasch explained that the Natural Resources sub-committee had reviewed this item extensively during their meeting. Relative to water quality, Coordinator Brasch explained that the developer had done an excellent job to minimize impact. Although the developer has expressed a willingness to work with staff to make changes, a revised site plan incorporating those changes will need to be submitted. The amount of water quality cash dedication, if there is one, will depend on the final configuration of the storm drainage system and ponding areas. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Reso rces Commission Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 5 Relative to wetlands, Coordinator Brasch explained there are several on site and the developer is proposing to fill certain areas and expand other areas developer will also need to provide temporary sedimentation basins to collect and trap sediments before e overland water discharges into the existing wetlands. These temporary basins would be removed after th vegetation is established on the site and diversion disks should be added to keep the off-site areas from draini g across the disturbed areas. Coordinator Brasch reviewed five specific issues that need to be resolved befo the wetlands plan is acceptable. Forestry Supervisor Hove, noting that thi is a very diverse site, explained that the developer has reduced the tree removal on site from 41.5% to 28.3 . Although the mitigation required for the 28.3% is 72 category trees, the developer is proposing replace t with 176 category A and B trees. A representative of Maplewood Develop year. They concentrate on in-fill developmer When the property was zoned R-3, it wai preservation and wetland issues of the site. development and 9% thereafter. The reforest plantings to screen from Hwy 13. nt explained that they have been working on this site for one and this site appeared to be perfect forthis type of development. felt that the developer would not be able to meet the tree The current proposal provides for 28% tree removal during 3tion plan will include evergreens in the back yards, berming and Member Markell asked if there could a conservation easement around the pond and the developer expressed support for the idea and would ork with staff to provide the appropriate language for it. The developer noted that by moving the setback to 20 feet, several more trees have been able to be saved. John Rudolph asked if a variance to a 20' setbac was common. Planner Ridley responded that it has been done in the past to preserve woodlands. In response to a question by Member t west, Ken Adolph, consulting engineer for tl loss of 2 lots which the developer would rn working with the parcel of land was to work from R-3 to R-1. There is the possibility ti crosses the center of the lot. The develop development. Commenting that the developer has issues, Jonathan Widem moved, John Ru recommendations to the Advisory Plan. 1. This development shall be 2. This development shall be Aell about the possibility of moving the road alignment to the developer, stated that moving the road west would result in the be In favor of. The developer responded that their first goal in ound the trees. To accommodate that, they changed the zoning t Lot 6, Block 2 may be lost because of the way the pipeline would not be receptive to any further reduction of lots in this an excellent job in working with staff to resolve any outstanding h seconded with all members voting in favor to make the following Commission and City Council relative to Blackhawk Forest: for a cash parks dedication. for a cash trails dedication. 3. The developer shall Install fencing at the critical root zone( a distance of one foot away from the tree trunk for every inch in diameter as measured 54' above grade) around all trees depicted on the Tree Preservation Plan to be saved. 4. The developer shall contact the C' so an inspection can be performed of the preventive measures installed prior to any site grading, aching, filling, compaction, or change in soil chemistry taking place. S. The developer shall provide 176 tegory A and B trees for tree preservation mitigation. 6. The developer shall provide a 30 f t natural ungraded buffer strip along the edge of each wetland. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 6 7. The wetland mitigation area adjacent to Wetland Basin 3 should be dropped because it does not appear to meet Wetland Conservation Act criteria for the use of stormwater detention basins as wetland replacement. If needed, this mitigation area should be located adjacent to other basins in the plat that do not receive direct stormwater discharge. 8. Because they will be expanded to satisfy wetland replacement requirements, wetland basins 2, 5, and 6 should not receive any direct discharge from the storm sewer system. 9. The wetland replacement plan submitted with the plat application is incomplete. A correct and complete replacement plan must be received by staff no later than Wednesday, January 25, 1995 in order to allow sufficient time for pZlic review of the application prior to a City Council decision regarding approval of the plat on February 21, 1995. 10. There are several areas adjacent to wetland basins 2, 3, 5 and 10 where grading contours are shown up to the wetland boundary. These are areas where unintended wetland filling could occur in violation of the WCA. The developer should address specifically how unintended filling of wetland areas due to erosion will be prevented in these locations. 11. The developer shall avoid discharging raw stormwater into Pond AP-27. 12. The developer shall route the discharge from Pond AP-27 directly to the storm trunk in Robin Lane instead of to the proposed stormwater basin in wetland basin 3. 13. After development of the site is completed, developer shall eliminate the pre-treatment basin adjacent to the wetland basin 3 stormwater treatment pond. 14. The developer shall increase the wet pond volume of the stormwater treatment basin associated with wetland basin 3 by excavation as per water resources staff direction. 15. Developer shall route raw runoff from Deer Pond Circle and the eastern segment of Brown Bear Trail either to the proposed stormwater basin north of wetland basin 5 or directly to the trunk stormsewer in Robin Lane, if feasible. 16. The proposed pre-treatment basin for stormwater runoff discharged to Pond AP-38 from the western segment of Brown Bear Trail should be eliminated, since it is very small and poorly located. WATER RESOURCES UPDATE Coordinator Brasch reminded the Commission that they had recommended staff pursue a project with residents surrounding Pond JP-55. Staff would work with residents in the drainage area and try an alum experiment if the support is there. Mr. Jeff Horn, a neighbor who, backs up to the pond, has agreed to spearhead the residents participation in this project. Mr. Horn stated he originally wanted the pond to be dredged, however he is willing to see if an experimental alum treatment might be beneficial. If it does not work, Mr. Horn indicated he would like to re-visit the issue of dredging the pond with residents participating in a cost sharing effort, if necessary. Coordinator Brasch explained that education for this pilot program would begin soon and run through summer. The alum treatment may be used dependent upon resident participation In the pilot program. Mr. Horn stated he was willing to promote this process in the future. If this program is successful, he would like to be a part of continued education/participation projects with other groups. Member Wallace pointed out that this is the type of neighborhood/business partnerships the City should be encouraging. Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission Minutes of January 12, 1995 Meeting Page 7 OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS Director Vraa stated that bids for the Civic Arena would be opened on January 19 and added that 19 general contractors have plans to date. Regarding upcoming meetings Director Vraa stated that the regular meeting in February would be held on February 16 due to the February 20 President's Day holiday. Also scheduled for February is a joint Council/Commission meeting and a special meeting for the Commission to meet with a facilitator to work on goals and objectives. Staff will notify the Commission of meeting dates once they are defined. A meeting date will need to be set for the Land Acquisition sub-committee to review the Borchert Ingersoll property as well as the proposed Blackhawk Park shelter building. Director Vraa stated that the advertisement for Parks Superintendent has been published and applications will be accepted until January 20, 1995. A Task Force has been meeting regarding the O'Neill property and the planning for the 'downtown" area of Eagan. The Task Force is looking for a representative from the APRNRC now that Jonathan Widem will no longer be able to attend. Member Widem noted that over the next 5-6 weeks the group will have a very intensive meeting schedule. They typically meet at 5:00 pm in the Council Chambers. Michael Vincent volunteered to attend the meetings on behalf of the APRNRC. ROUND TABLE Lee Markeli asked if consideration could be given to hiring a person specifically to inspect for erosion control compliance. Director Vraa responded that Dakota County Soil and Water was to have been approached to provide that service. Member Markeli added that perhaps tree protection and erosion control could both be handled by the same person as a pilot program. Director Vraa stated staff would look into this issue further. With no further business to conduct, Jonathan Widem moved, Michael Vincent seconded with all members voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9:30 pm. Secretary Date AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA Thursday, February 16, 1995 7:00 PM Eagan Municipal Center A. 7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting B. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance C. Introduction of New Members D. Commission Organization 7:03 pm (1) Election of Chairperson, Vice Chair and Secretary (2) Committee Appointments E. Approval of Agenda 7:15 pm F. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of January 12, 1995 7:17 pm G. Visitors to be Heard H. Department Happenings Pages 3-6 7:20 pm 1. Consent Agenda (1) Oak Cliff Eighth Addition - Penn Cycle, Inc. Pages 7-26 7:25 pm (2) Safari at Eagan 3rd Addition - J. Bryon Watschke Page 27 J. Development Proposals (1) Mallard Park 4th Addition - EHW Properties Pages 29-40 7:30 pm K. Old Business (1) Erosion Control 7:45 pm L. New Business (1) Prairie Management Plan - Thomas Lake Park Pages 41-48 7:50 pm M. Parks Development Update 8:05 pm N. Water Resources Update 8:15 pm (1) Fish Lake Update 0. Other Business and Reports (1) Community Development Block Grant Application Page 49 8:25 pm (2) Available Land Adjacent to Mueller Farm Park Pages 51-52 8:30 pm P. Round Table 8:40 pm Q. Adjournment 8:45 pm The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status , sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the events. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids. MEMO - city of eagan DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 1995 TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION - -s SUBJECT: FEBRUARY 16, 1995 MEETING The regular meeting of the Advisory Commission will begin at 7:00 pm. After the Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance, new Commission Members will be Introduced followed by the organization of the Advisory Commission for the 1995 year. During the organizational business, the Director of Parks and Recreation will ask for nominations for the positions of Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary. A simple majority of those casting ballots will elect these positions. It has also been traditional for the Advisory Commission to organize into sub-committees. The sub-committees organized during 1994 were Recreation, Natural Resources and Land Acquisition. It would be appropriate for the Commission to determine which sub- committees they wish to continue in 1995 and seek volunteers to serve on them. The agenda appears to be brief and we are expecting a fairly early adjournment. An article entitled "New Study of Recreation and Parks Impact on Youth at Risk & Other Serious Social Issues" is enclosed in the packet for your information. As usual, if you are unable to attend the meeting, please call Cherryl at 681-4661. Respectfully submitted, V ? K Vraa Director of Parks and Recreation KV:cm /. HAPPENINGS 1. Routine rink maintenance continues, with the maintenance staff clearing and sealing skating surfaces Monday through Saturday. The unusually warm weather in January often limited flooding operations, but we were able to maintain suitable ice. 2. The annual Mite Tournament was held on January 14 at Rahn Park. This fun filled event was very successful, thanks in part to the efforts of Park Maintenance Worker Steve Hadden who worked that Saturday clearing the ice between games. All the participants, coaches, and parents appreciated his efforts throughout the tournament. 3. While the weather never seemed to cooperate (too warm!) the Park Maintenance crews did manage to paint hockey rink lines in January. This Is especially important for teaching the fundamentals of the game to younger players, and added a finished appearance to the rinks. 4. A pleasure rink was established at South Oaks Park for the first time this year. Unfortunately the warm weather and some grade variations prevented early establishment of ice. With some grade corrections during the summer months, a better ice sheet should be possible earlier next season. 5. Preliminary work is being completed at the Maintenance Facility in anticipation of the impending move of city staff while the Municipal Center undergoes renovation. Storage areas are being cleared to make room for offices, and long term storage areas are being consolidated to maximize use of these areas. 6. The first semi-loads of fertilizer for the 1995 growing season have arrived! Park Maintenance Worker Don Buecksler has been busy making sure the pallets are properly stored, yet readily accessible when needed - quite a challenge this year with all the activity associated with the Municipal Center construction. 7. Park Maintenance/Forestry worker Jeff Perry has been assisting the Street Department with the annual boulevard tree trimming program. This is necessary to provide adequate clearance for the plow trucks, and Jeff's assistance and direction is appreciated and will ensure the long-term health of the trees. 8. Park Maintenance Workers Steve Taylor and Dan Curtin have been busy grinding mower reels in preparation for the upcoming mowing season. This annual maintenance was conducted earlier than usual, as the grinding room area will be converted to office space for City Hall staff in March. 9. Forestry staff is assisting the Street Department staff in the trimming of boulevard trees. The entire city is being trimmed where trees with branches growing towards the street interfere with street vehicular traffic. 10. Arbor Day preparations are already underway. This year the Arbor Day celebration will be held at Bur Oaks Park. Both the north and south park areas will be planted. Arbor Day will be held on May 6th. 11. As of February 1, 1995, the Big Oak Tree contest is over. All entries have been verified by Forestry staff with diameter and crown measurements taken to determine a total tree point amount which will be used to determine final placement. Winning entrants will be notified during the 3rd week in February and featured in the May newsletter. j. 12. Beginning with Wescott Commons Service Center, the service center is operating on a 5 program schedule. Because of the winter months and the school season, the service center is offering the basic programs that have had the most success of the programs offered. The Preschool program is operating on a full capacity of 14 youth, 5 of which are part-time, the others are full-time. The program offers the youth the opportunity to express themselves artistically and creatively through the activities offered. While the focus is on Kindergarten preparation, the youth enjoy themselves and look forward to the classes. The program is taught by two assistants who look for improvement in themselves as well as the class by attending other preschool sites outside of the community. 13. The Center also offers a tutoring program in conjunction with Dakota Hills Middle School every Tuesday and Thursday that began in January. The center has two teachers from the middle school that help assist the students with their homework and test preparation. The program is offered from 4:00 - 6:00 P.M. and has a capacity of 15 students. The attendance has been 8 - 12 students and is continuing to increase. The success of the program is based on the progress being made by the students and the reflection of their grades. The program is on a 3 month trial basis and will be reviewed at the end of March. 14. E.C.F.E. and Adult Basic Education continue their efforts to reach out to the community by offering classes at the Center on Monday mornings; they have approximately a 3 family attendance on a consistent basis. 15. Female Essence and Young Male Development continue to be creative in their classes by offering field trip projects for Black History Month and self esteem building. 16. The Quarry neighborhood has become a focus for Youth Development over the winter months. Meetings have begun to take place and community leaders are starting to come forward and address some of the needs. It is anticipated that program activity will begin late spring and continue throughout the summer. 17. Cinnamon Ridge community is another area of need in terms of programs for youth. Because there is no primary indoor facility available for programs, Youth Development is limited to the activities it can offer. We will offer and extend the basketball league in this area along with other programs which are in the progress of being developed. 18. Youth Development has begun to attempt funding through H.R.A. grants, the Minnesota Vikings and other sources. 19. The outdoor skating season has gone smoothly since opening January 4. There is not a thick base of ice due to the warm weather and late start but the surface has been in good shape and great for skaters. Attendance has been higher than expected at most sites. The warming shelters at Lexington and Woodhaven Parks have closed for the season. Pilot Knob Park will close February 12 but stay open evenings only for the hockey association through February 17. Ridgecliff and Camel ian will stay open weather permitting, through February 20. The rest of the sites will continue on as long as the weather and budget permit. 20. Trapp Farm Park's tubing hill has been open approximately ten days since January 1. Plans are to open when snow permits and stay open weekends as long as possible after February 20. This has been disappointing to tubers and staff. Several reservations were also cancelled due to the lack of snow. 21. Twenty-two 5-player basketball teams play on Wednesday and Thursday evenings at the two middle school gyms. Fifteen 3-player basketball teams play Wednesdays. A new officiating group is covering our five-on-five leagues and doing a great job. 4. 22. Twenty men's broomball teams and 16 co-rec broomball teams are finishing up play in leagues on Sunday, Monday and Friday evenings. The weather has cooperated for most of the outdoor games. 23. Ten men's boot hockey teams play Sunday mornings at Coat Hill Park. Play concludes February 19. 24. Ten four-on-four hockey teams have been playing Wednesdays and Saturdays at Rahn and Quarry Parks. After a few cancellations the weather has been good for providing smooth ice. 25. Many compliments have been received regarding the ice conditions. The parks maintenance crews have done a great job in spite of tough weather conditions. 26. Softball registration materials were sent out to last summer's teams. About 220 teams are expected to register in March. Play is scheduled to begin April 22. New leagues are planned for Sunday evenings and Thursday mornings. 27. Four co-rec softball teams enjoyed what little snow there was for our annual Snow Softball Tournament January 21. Cold weather kept everyone moving and those orange softballs flying. 28. Registrations for the Senior citizen trip to the 'Grumpy Old Men' Festival in Wabasha are slow. As with most Senior activities, members wait to see how they are feeling closer to the actual day of the trip! 29. Work has begun on the 1995 City map. For the first time the map will be generated by the City's GIS system. The Parks and Recreation facility matrix will continue to be featured as well as the Recreation Hotline topic schedule. 30. Eagan's Bandy participants took part in the opening ceremonies of the World Bandy Tournament on January 29 at the John Rose Oval. The youth and their parents then were spectators at the USA vs. Canada game. 31. NYSCA coaches certification clinics for youth coaches will be held between March 22 and 27. EAA and RAAA coaches participate. This year all clinics for track, baseball and softball will be held at the middle schools. The clinics will occur immediately prior to the Department's relocation to the Fire Administration Building. It is anticipated that the ability to host large group meetings at the Municipal Center in late March will be awkward at best. 32. Cross County ski lessons were completed despite poor snow conditions. One postponement was made due to icy conditions. Beginner skiers would not have been able to cope. As it turned out, the Schultz Lake trailhead was closed on the day we had elected to postpone. 33. Approximately 60 people took part in the Family Fishing event at Carlson Lake on February 4. Members of Minnesota In-Fisherman were on hand to auger holes in the ice and to teach principles of fishing for crappies and sunnies. Glen Hollow donated minnows, wax worms and numerous hooks and lures. Jim Storland from the Water Quality division assisted Recreation with this event. A few crappies were lured to the surface. Participants reported enjoying the event despite the chilly temperatures. 34. Look for the spring issue of Discover Us! announcing spring recreation activities on March 1. The newsletter will continue to be distributed with the Sun Current newspaper as in the past. 35. Early contact has been made by the Burnsville Athletic Club concerning field maintenance at Metcalf junior High School. At the end of the 1994 baseball season, constructive contacts were made among the School District 191, BAC and the department in an attempt to address the Metcalf ballfields. The Department anticipates additional requests for ballfield maintenance forthis coming summer. Numbers of Eagan resident participants and the poor quality of the facility are issues on the table. 36. Staff met with School District 196 staff to discuss the status of outdoor facilities for the summer, clarify maintenance areas of responsibility, discuss summerconstruction/reconstruction projects and to review school use of City facilities this spring. d2\February.hap PLANNING REPORT CITY OF EAGAN REPORT DATE: February 13, 1995 CASE: 31-PP-42-12-94 , APPLICANT: Elmer Sorenson - Penn Circle, Inc. HEARING DATE: Feb. 28, 1995 PROPERTY OWNER: Vernon Colon PREPARED BY: Shannon Tyree REQUEST: Preliminary Subdivision, Final Planned Development, Conditional Use Permit Oak Cliff 8th Addition LOCATION: Outlot A, Oak Cliff Seventh Addition COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: NB - Neighborhood Business ZONING: PD - NB, Planned Development Neighborhood Business SUMMARY OF REQUEST Penn Cycle, Inc. is requesting approval of a Final Planned Development and a Preliminary Subdivision for one lot on .82654 acres and one outlot on 3.6 acres located on part of Outlot A, Oak Cliff Seventh Addition in the NW 1/4 of Section 31, south of Cliff Road. City Code Section 1320 Subd. 6 states that "In the case of platting, the Planning Commission and the Council shall be guided by criteria, including the following, in approving, denying or establishing conditions related thereto:" A. That the proposed subdivision does comply with applicable City Code provisions and the Comprehensive Guide Plan. B. That the design or improvement of the proposed subdivision complies with applicable plans of Dakota County, State of Minnesota, or the Metropolitan Council. C. That the physical characteristics of the site including but not limited to, topography, vegetation, susceptibility to erosion and siltation, susceptibility to flooding, water storage, and retention are such that the site is suitable for the type of development or use contemplated. D. That the site physically is suitable for the proposed density of the development. E. That the design of the subdivision or the proposed improvements is not likely to cause environmental damage. ,7 Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 2 F. That the design of the subdivision or the We of improvements is not likely to cause health problems. G. That the design of the subdivision or the improvements will not conflict with easements of record or with easements established by judgement of court. H. That completion of the proposed development of the subdivision can be completed in a timely manner so as not to cause an economic burden upon the City for maintenance, repayment of bonds or similar burden. I. That the subdivision has been properly planned for possible solar energy system use within the subdivision or as it relates to adjacent property. (Refer to City Handbook on Solar Access). J. That the design of public improvements for the subdivision is compatible and consistent with the platting or approved preliminary plat on adjacent lands. K. That the subdivision is in compliance with those standards set forth in that certain document entitled "City of Eagan Water Quality Management Plan for the Gun Club Lake Watershed Management Organization" which document is properly approved and filed with the office of the City Clerk hereinafter referred to as the "Water Quality Management Plan". Said document and all of the notations, references and other information contained therein shall have the same force and effect as if fully set down herein and is hereby made a part of this Chapter by reference and incorporated herein as fully as if set forth herein at length. It shall be the responsibility of the City Clerk to maintain the Water Quality Management Plan and make the same available to the public. Final Planned Development. Chapter 11, Section 1.40 Subd. 6, D., Final Planned Developments: states: 'Prior to the construction or the issuance of building permits, the following information shall be approved. This may be approved in stages as the development ensues." 1. Final Plat: This shall be in accordance with Chapter 13 of the City Code and revisions thereto. 2. Final Building Drawings and Specifications: These shall be presented to the Building Inspector for review and recommendation to the Planning Commission and Council. 3. Final Site Plans and Landscape Schedule: These shall be presented to the City staff for review and recommendation to the Planning Commission and Council. These shall be scaled drawings and include all site detail. Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 3 BACKGROUND ISTORY This property was originally part of the Winkler/Jackson Planned Development established in 1982. A five year extension was granted in 1987. In 1991 SuperAmerica platted the corner lot and in 1992 the banquet/ deli facility was platted. When the banquet facility and deli were being developed the private street and utilities to serve the remaining development were constructed. EXISTING CONDITIONS The site is located south along Cliff Road. The proposed lot is undeveloped however it has been previously graded and therefore contains little grade change and no significant trees. As previously mentioned, Oak Cliff Lane was built with Oak Ckiff 7th Addition. SURROUNDING USES The following existing uses, zoning, and comprehensive guide plan designations surround the subject property: ' North - Cinnamon Ridge; zoned PD - R-1 and R-4; guided D-II and D-IV. South - Royale Cliff Banquet/ Brianno's Deli; zoned PD; guided NB. East - SuperAmerica; zoned PD; guided NB. West - Mary, Mother of the Church; zoned PF, Guided PF. A. Final Planned Development If approved, the bicycle retail shop will constitute the Final Planned Development for the proposed Lot 1, Block 1, Oak Cliff 8th Addition, which requires the developer to submit the final plans: • Final Site Plan • Final Building Elevation Plan • Final Sign Plan • Final Landscape Plan Compatibili with Surrounding Area The retail sales and repair of bicycles is compatible with the site in particular, and the area in general. The remainder of the existing Planned Development has been identified as retail or a restaurant use. Allowing retail is consistent with the Planned Development All building setbacks have been met. site The site plan is accesptable. The layout has been designed to accomodate a 6,000 LE building and its associated parking. The amount of parking was based on 4,000 LE of actual retail space not including the 2,000 s.f of shop and repair space. Required parking for this size is 27 spaces and the site plan shows 31 10' spaces. q Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 4 The original intent of the P.D. by the developer was to incorporate a similar building theme and signage into the development. The idea behind the design of the building and the signage was to match the Super America building as closely as possible. The proposed bicycle shop has been designed with the same architectural features as the SuperAmerica; roof peaks and matching brick Trash e , cline The trash and recycling area will be contained within the building, therefore not requiring an enclosure. Penn Cycle prefers to locate inside due to the large quantity of discarded cardboard. Theyhave experienced vandalism at a store location where the trash and recycling is located outdoors. Landsm= Plan The proposed landscape plan is acceptable with a few minor modifications. The plan shows a vairety of plant materials which include a couple of Red Splendor Flowering Crabs, Black Hills Spruce, Seedless Ash and Redmond Lindens. The plant mixture is acceptable; however the design of the plantings (especially along Cliff Road) needs to be revised to show more of a random plantings and/or groupings, rather than in the seemilngly deliberate, systematic fashion shown in the plan. All landscaped and green areas shall be served by an underground sprinkler system. The final landscape plan shall be submitted on the final grading plan. ,Side The proposal includes building signage as well as a pylon sign located in the northwest corner of the site. The proposal indicates building signage on the three sides of the building. The signage proposed on the south and east elevations of the building are not permitted by Code. The developer is requesting the building signage due to the relationship to the two private street frontages. A Conditional Use Permit is neccessary for the proposed pylon sign, which meets all City Code requirements for height, size, and setbacks. No window signage shall be permitted. All signage will subject to the approval of the sign permit and fee of $2.50 s.f.. Grading/ Wetlands The proposed development consists of a fairly flat site with dense grass cover. There are no trees on this site. The area was graded by the developer in 1992 with the Oak Cliff 6th Addition (SuperAmerica) development. The preliminary grading plan shows that a minimal amount of grading will be required to prepare this site for the proposed building and parking lot. The preliminary grading plan also shows that a 10' strip along the west property line will be graded on the Church's property. The developer shall obtain a slope easement from the adjoining property to the west to allow the slope to be graded at a 3 to 1 slope. There are no jurisdictional wetlands located on this site. /J. Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 5 The development will be responsible for installing and maintaining erosion control measures in accordance with the City Erosion/Sediment Control Standards. Storm Drainage/Water Quality The eight acre commercial site development is located in drainage basin A in Southwest Eagan. The storm water run-off from this commercial development eventually drains to Pond AP-10, a shallow 3 acre pond classified as a nutrient trap in the City's Water Quality Management Plan. A small lift station serves as the outlet for Pond AP-10 and the lift station discharges into a 0.5 acre sedimentation basin which is called AP-45. The outlet for Pond AP-45 then discharges to Pond AP-19 which is a recreational classified pond in the Slaters Acres Neighborhood Park. To protect the water quality of the down stream ponds the development of Oak Cliff 6th Addition provided a pond with 0.4 acres of surface area at the normal water level. The pond is located on the east side of Slaters Road and south of the Amoco Service Station site and has been designated as Pond AP-10B. Water Quality requirements for this development and the future development of Outlot A have been met by the construction of Pond AP-10B. The proposed storm sewer layout that will serve the Penn Cycle site will connect to the existing storm sewer that drains to Pond AP-10B. The existing storm sewer system was constructed in 1992 under City Project number 627. The storm sewer system has been sized to handle full development of this area. The preliminary storm sewer layout for the Oak Cliff 8th Addition shows construction of a new catch basin on the east side of the Penn Cycle site to collect the run-off from this development as it drains out onto the private street system. The new catch basin is needed to handle the run-off from this development without ever burdening the existing catch basin located southeast of this site on the private street system. Utilities Sanitary sewer of sufficient size, capacity and depth is readily available to serve this site. An 8" sanitary sewer was extended through the private street system to serve this area in 1992 under City Project number 627. The development will be responsible for constructing the manhole over the sanitary sewer service line as shown on the Preliminary Utility Plan. The manhole will serve as an inspection/monitoring manhole. Watermain of sufficient size, pressure and capacity is readily available to serve this development from an existing 8, inch water line that was constructed in 1992, under City Project number 627, along the private street named Oak Cliff Lane. The Preliminary Utility Plan shows a eonnectiion to a 6 inch stub and extending a new 6 inch line up to the proposed building. 1/ Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 6 There is an existing hydrant located along the south side of Oak Cliff Lane that is just southeast of this site. This existing hydrant will provide adequate fire protection to this site. Access/Street Design Access to this site is available from Cliff Road to the north or from the private street, Oak Cliff Lane, to the south and east. Cliff Road is a four lane County Highway that was re-constructed in 1992 and a signal system was added at the intersection of Cliff and Slaters Road with County project number 32-31. The private street system in this development was constructed by the developer in 1992. The private streets connect to the north to Cliff Road and to the east along the south side of the Super America site to Slaters Road. The private street connection to the north to Cliff Road is a right-in only off of Cliff Road. The opening needs to be re-constructed with this development to better delineate that the opening is a right-in only. As shown on the Preliminary Site Plan the developer proposes to remove the existing pavement and install new B612 curb and gutter from Cliff Road down to the new driveway opening on the north edge of the Penn Cycle site. The width of the driveway off of Cliff Road will be narrowed down to 20 feet to promote more of a right- in only access. In addition, the developer should add "Do Not Enter" signs at the south end of the right-in only access off of Cliff Road. The signs will help control access of north bound traffic that might want to illegally use this driveway as an entrance onto the east bound traffic of Cliff Road. The driveway connections to the private street system shall be constructed with concrete aprons as shown on Eagan Standard Plate 440. EasementsRights of Way/Permits As shown on the Preliminary Plat 100' of half right-of way has been dedicated for Cliff Road. No additional right-of way will be needed. Depending on the final approved grading plan, an additional slope easement may be required from the adjoining property owner to the west to allow for grading to occur. On Outlot A scenic conservation easement has been dedicated over the wooded area that is located on the southeast corner of the outlot. This scenic easement shall remain in effect to protect the existing trees that are located in that area. This development will be responsible for insuring that all regulatory agency permits are obtained prior to final plat approval. The developer will need to obtain a permit from Dakota County Highway Department before any work on re-constructing the driveway opening off of Cliff Road can commence. B. Preliminary Subdivision. I The proposed subdivision will consist of one lot (.82654 acre) for the bicycle shop and one outlot (3.6 acres) for future development. /?. Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 7 Parks and Recreation This development will be subject to a cash parks and trail dedication. Tree Preservation There are no significant trees located on this site. SUMMARY/CONCLUSION The proposed use of a bicycle shop is compatible with the area. The proposed development conforms to the intent of the original planned development for a retail use and compliance with the established building characteristics. With a few, minor modifications to the landscape plan prior to the final subdivision the overall development is consistent with the Planned Development and the meets the required findings for subdivisions. ACTIONS TO BE CONSIDERED Final Planned Development To recommend approval/denial of a Final Planned Development to allow a 6,000 sf bicycle sales/repair facility located on Lot 1, Block 1, Oak Cliff 8th Addition. Approval subject to the conditions listed below. Final Planned Development 1. A 6,000 s.f. Penn Cycle bicycle sales/ repair shop is approved for Lot 1, Block 1, Oak Cliff 8th Addition. 2. The bicycle shop will constitute the Final Planned Development for the proposed Lot 1, Block 1, Oak Cliff 8th Addition, which requires the developer to submit the following plans: • Final Site Plan • Final Building Elevation Plan • Final Sign Plan (show dimensions) • Final Landscape Plan (submitted on a grading plan) 3. The on-site parking requirements shall be met by the development 31 stall surface parking lot as shown on the site plan. 4. All trash/recycling shall be stored within the trash/recycling enclosure located within the building. 5. No window signage shall be permitted. Preliminary Subdivision 12. Planning Report - Oak Cliff 8th Addition February 28, 1995 Page 8 To recommend approval/ denial of the Oak Cliff 8th Addition Preliminary Subdivision consisting of one lot on .82654 acre and one outlot approximately 3.6 acres, subject to the conditions listed below: Standard Conditions 1. The developer shall comply with these standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by Council on February 3, 1993: Al,B1,B2,B3,C1,C2,C4,DI,El,Fl,G1,andH1. Acce 2. The driveway connections to the private street system shall be constructed with concrete aprons as shown on Eagan Standard Plate 440. 3. The private street connection to Cliff Road shall be re-constructed in accordance with the Dakota County Highway Departments plan to better deliniate the opening as a right-in only. 4. "Do not enter" signs shall be located at the south end of the right-in only access off of Cliff Road. Eas=es s 5. The developer shall obtain a slope easement from the adjoining property to the west to allow the slope to be graded at a 3 to 1 slope. 6. The development shall construct a manhole on the sanitary sewer service line at the edge of the easement to allow the City to inspect and maintain the line. Utilities 7. The development shall add a catch basin on the east side of the Penn Cycle site as shown on the Preliminary Utility Plan. 8. The development shall be subject to a cash parks and trails dedication. Conditional Use Permit 1. A Conditional Use Permit to allow a pylon siga shall be approved in accordance with the Final Sign Plan. /4. FINANCIAL OBLIGATION - Oak Cliff 8th There are pay-off balances of special assessments totaling $75,062 on the parcels proposed for platting. The pay-off balance will be allocated to the lots created by the plat. At this time, there are no pending assessments on the parcel proposed for platting. The estimated financial obligation presented is subject to change based upon areas, dimensions and land uses contained in the final plat. 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 the connections proposed to be made to the City's utility system based on the submitted plans. Improvement Use Rate Quantity Amount Water Availability Charge Total C/I $2,745/Ac .83 Ac $2,278 92,279 I,--r, , 1000 - .. .. i i i fYkEr ? 8 ? w lip 4200 .. i K 9 '" ? ?? Tu?I NW ,/ 1.. -? OIOG! 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PROJECT SITE FIG. N0.7 SANITARY SEWER TR CITY OF EAGAN J 4 . ?+ . ? r Viv'ri7? 17. rYtil:?u? ... RIDGE w-s DAKOTA COUNTY PAF UNK LAYOUT 41b? MEMO city of eaaan TO: Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission THRU: Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation FROM: Shannon Tyree, Project Planner DATE: February 13, 1995 SUBJECT: Safari at Eagan 3rd Addition. Byron Watschke, Fortune Realty, has proposed a Preliminary Subdivision of one lot and one outiot on 7.7 acres and a Final Planned Development to allow a theater/restaurant located west of Thomas Center Drive and north of Cliff Road in the SW 1/4 of Section 28. The development proposal will be required to pay a cash parks dedication pursuant to the 1995 rates for commercial developments and the developer shall be required to install a trail to complete the trail installed along Thomas Center Drive with the Safari at Eagan 2nd Addition (Lifetime Fitness) development. The 3rd Addition trail segment will complete the trail from Thomas Lake Road to Cliff Road via Thomas Center Drive. Storm water runoff from this site will be directed to the east to the newly constructed Pond BP-13.1. This pond has been sized to handle the runoff from the 2nd Addition and 3rd Addition developments. The outlet for Pond BP-13.1 drains to the existing storm sewer line in Thomas Lake Road that heads in a northerly direction. This storm sewer line is also the outlet for Thomas Lake. This storm sewer line in Thomas Lake Road eventually discharges into Pond BP-18 which is classified as a stormwater basin on the City's Water Quality Management Plan. The site has been previously graded. No significant trees exist on the site. This item is scheduled for the February 28, 1995 Advisory Planning Commission meeting. oil 4b? MEMO -city of eagan TO: Kenneth Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation FROM: Mike Ridley, Project Planner DATE: February 9, 1995 SUBJECT: 2-16-95 APRNRC Meeting - Mallard Park 4th Addition EHW Properties is requesting approval of a Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from D-II1, Mixed Residential (6-12 u/ac) to D-I, Single Family (0-3 u/ac) and a Rezoning from R-4, Multiple to R-1, Single Family for approximately 38 acres. The applicant Is also requesting approval of a Preliminary Subdivision consisting of 63 single family lots and two outlots on approximately 52.acres and two Variances to the maximum cul-de-sac length. The site is located south of Diffley Road, east of I-35E, on either side of Johnny Cake Ridge Road. The proposed 63 lot subdivision is located on the west side of Johnny Cake Ridge Rood and has a net site density of 1.9 u/ac. There are two major Issues regarding this proposal: 1. 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'C t \ - , r l ? ? • • m F Eat c LL V 1?k I I MEMO city of eagan DATE: FEBRUARY 13, 1995 TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FROM: RICH BRASCH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR SUBJECT: MALLARD PARK 4TH ADDITION WATER QUALITY AND WETLANDS There are three wetlands within the proposed subdivision totaling 2.4 acres. Of these, wetland basin A, a 1.8 acre Type 4 wetland located in the southeast portion of the development, is by far the most significant water-related feature of the site. While it has been classified as a sediment trap (Pond BP-23) in the water quality management plan, the basin has not yet been incorporated Into the City's storm sewer system. The developer proposes minor fill (less than 400 square feet) of wetland basin B to allow for a house pad on Lot 17. However, the house pads shown on Lots 55, 59 and 60 between wetland basin A and Woodgate Lane either tough or come very dose to the wetland boundary and indicate potential fill problems. Staff recommends that additional protection be provided for wetland basin A by requiring that an ungraded buffer strip of natural vegetation be maintained which extends 15 feet back from the edge of the wetland. Lots 55, 59 and 60 should be dropped from the plat if the plat cannot be adjusted to comply with this recommendation. Pond BP-23 (wetland basin A) is the only classified water body that lies within the site. It is classified as a sediment basin but has not yet been Incorporated into the city stormsewer system. Because of the relatively pristine nature of this wetland, staff recommends that the developer work with water resources staff to set the NWL of the pond as dose to the natural water level as possible, that the HWL in the pond be no more than 3 feet above the NWL, and that only adequately treated water be discharged to the pond. The developer has done an excellent job In minimizing bounce in the pond. However, staff recommends some changes to the proposed pending system. Drainage from the eastern portion of the site is treated with on-site pending, but the inlet/outlet configuration must be changed. Staff recommends that drainage from the western portion of the site be routed to Pond AP-28, a sediment trap located off-site to the west on MNDOT property. Current site plans show some drainage from the western portion of the site treated with pending prior to discharge to Pond BP-23, while about 3.5 acres of the site drain untreated to the BP-23. Finally, it is unclear whether the ponds comply with the city standards for NURP pond design (aquatic bench, etc.) Depending on the changes that are made to reflect the above recommendations, a cash dedication In addition to on-site pending may be appropriate for this development. RB:cm 37 MEMO TO: MIKE RIDLEY, PROJECT PLANNER FROM: GREGG HOVE, SUPERVISOR OF FORESTRY DATE: FEBRUARY 2, 1995 SUBJECT: TREE PRESERVATION, MALLARD PARK 4TH ADDITION Mallard Park 4th Addition Tree Preservation Statistics A revised Tree Preservation Plan has been submitted for this development. Statistics provided with this revised plan are as follows: Significant Trees 230 significant trees on site 19 Specimen trees 53 significant trees to be removed (23.0%) 3 Specimen trees to be removed (15.8%) No mitigation for significant tree loss Significant Woodlands 171,275 sq ft of significant woodlands 57,040 sq ft of significant woodlands to be removed Mitigation calculates to 56 Category B trees Tree Replacement Plan indicates the installation of Category C trees (33.3%) 53 Category B trees and 6 Twenty-five of the 63 lots will be custom graded (lots 9, 17, 18, 22, 23, 39-45, 48, 51-53, 55-63). The developer has indicated, and the plan shows that on these custom grade lots, some grading will take place during road installation. Some trees will be removed from these lots, up to the grading limit shown on the plan, during initial site preparation. Additional trees will need to be removed on most lots at the time of house construction. During meetings with the developer staff has made request for missing required information. These have been provided with one exception, the identification of significant woodlands (aspen, oak, poplar) located south and east of the pond BP-23. Staffs review of the submitted Tree Preservation Plan has resulted in the following statistics: 226 Significant trees on site 24 Specimen trees 44 significant trees to be removed during initial site preparation (19.5%) 4 Specimen trees to be removed during initial site preparation (16.7%) No mitigation for significant tree loss Same as submitted Mitigation same as submitted Staff has field visited this site several times. The following comments/requests have resulted from the site visits. 1. Significant woodlands do exist south and east of pond BP-23 which need to be inventoried and dealt within the Tree Preservation procedure. These woodlands are comprised of smaller diameter aspen and oak which serve as excellent erosion control buffers, aesthetic screening, and wildlife habitat. 2. There are also some poplar woodlands located in the eastern portion of the development area which should be identified. 3. Tree removal has been estimated for those lots which will be custom graded. It appears that approximately 45 additional trees (25% of the remaining trees) will be removed as individual lots are graded. This will result in a total removal of 39% of the existing significant tree mass. 4. Additional significant trees can be preserved during initial site development through the shifting of house pad locations, shifting of proposed grading limits, and/or the installation of retaining walls/berms. These trees along with their sizes are listed below. 21 32" Oak 508 38" Oak 452 23" Oak 217 24" Oak 437 16" Oak v 268 30" Oak 392 24" Oak 27 20" Oak 30 23" Oak 266 34" Oak Realizing that the purpose of the Tree Preservation policy is to preserve as many trees as possible, in situations such as this when tree removal is already less than allowable limit but there is still the possibility to preserve additional significant trees, especially oak trees in the 20 to 30 inch diameter class, such preservation practices should be considered. The oak trees in the 30" diameter class are estimated to be 150 years old. Moreottention needs to be given to these older trees as development occurs within our community. Therefore, staff is recommending that the above listed trees be preserved during this initial site development phase, and only removed if absolutely necessary during custom lot grading. 5. Further research the possibility of re-routing the storm water pipe installation, which is proposed to be installed from pond BP-23 to Woodgate Lane, to the general- area of the lot line between lots 41 and 42. Communication with MnDOT is necessary as this routing will take water west to their existing pond. Rich Brasch may have further comments about this. 6. Eliminate, or completely redesign the housing to be installed into lots 55-60. Existing terrain in this area raises approximately 16 feet above Woodgate Lane. The entire area is currently vegetated with oaks 20" to 36" diameter, and a good deal of significant aspen/oak woodlands which contains a significant amount of smaller aspen/oak regeneration. If house construction proceeds as proposed it is likely that most, if not all of this vegetation will eventually be destroyed. This would be an excellent piece of property to acquire through park dedication. It provides a great viewpoint of pond BP-23. Recommended Action 1. To require that additional significant woodlands be identified as described above, then to recalculate tree loss mitigation based on revised woodland removal. 2. To request the preservation of additional trees as listed above. 3. To research the re-routing of proposed storm water pipe installation. 4. To eliminate or redesign house construction in lots 55-60. 5. To resubmit a revised Tree Preservation Plan with accurate tree statistics, incorporating the recommendations as stated here. 40 DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 1995 MEMO TO: ADVISORY, PARKS, RECREATION. NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FORM: GREGG HOVE, SUPERVISOR OF FORESTRY SUBJECT: THOMAS LAKE PRAIRIE MANAGEMENT PLAN PROPOSAL The objective of this report is to provide Information concerning proposed management activities associated with the remnant prairie at Thomas Lake Park. Staff has Incorporated the consulting services of both the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, and Prairie Restorations, Inc., a private prairie management firm in data collection and management recommendations. This report is a brief summary of that information. Staff recommendation for long-term management is Included. Introduction During the past 150 years, most of Minnesota's vast prairie landscape has been converted to tiled crop fields, highways, buildings or other kinds of development. With only a few notable exceptions, mostly in the far western part of the state, the remnant prairie that does remain is only In small patches (less than 100 acres) and persists today in a variety of conditions. Usually at least some degradation of prairie plant community has occurred as a result of Intense grazing, cropping, woody plant Invasion or exotic plant species contamination. Good quality remand prairie of any size has become rare and should be protected and managed to insure its maximum health and stability. The remnant prairie community at Thomas Lake Park has been recognized since at least the middle 1980's and has been managed (primarily with fire) since that time. It presently contains areas of good quality prairie having nearly all native species, as well as areas where the prairie is gone and the plant community is dominated by exotics. It seems dear that an aggressive approach will be needed to restore prairie to these highly degraded portions of the site. Site Inventory and Mannino Before removal of exotics with herbicides or reseeding with prairie natives can begin, a thorough Inventory of the existing vegetation needed to be done. it is Imperative that good quality remnant areas are not damaged during the restoration process and that appropriate restoration strategies be employed. An earlier prairie plant Inventory was conducted on September 6, 1986 by Mr. Welby Smith, MnDNR. A copy of this list is provided at the end of this report. Additional detailed site Investigation was performed during fall 1994 by forestry staff and Ron Bowen, President Prairie Restorations, Inc.. This involved a thorough walk through of the prairie to observe ground layer vegetation. Areas of varying quality were then mapped onto a base map. This map was then upgraded to Include new trails, buildings and the resulting prairie types. Refer to Map 1. Definition of Prairie Types The prairie types as delineated on the enclosed Map 1 are a result of the field Inventory. It should be noted that the various categories of the prairie used represent general characteristics and that it would be possible to break the existing plant community down into additional subcategories. Obviously, for restorations purposes this would become confusing and more expensive, and so the prairie categories have been limited to just five. Type 1 Remnant Prairie This area is a true remnant with surprisingly diverse native plant community and only a small percentage of weeds. it usually occupies steeper slopes where intense grazing probably didn't occur. It has a good diverse forbe population, excellent stands of native grass, and has responded well to fire management. Its greatest threat is probably woody plant encroachment. Management should include burning. Type 2 Degraded Prairie This area has good to excellent populations of native plants, however it also has strong populations of exotics and a reduced diversity level overall. This area has probably been more Intensely grazed, reducing or eliminating some species while Increasing the exotics. Management should include aggressive burning and over-seeding to bolster native plant population. Type 3 Highly Degraded Prairie In these areas the native plant species have been reduced to scattered patches or individual plants and generally total far less than 40% of the total vegetation. Canada goldenrod populations dominate in several of these areas and thistle Is quite common. Management includes burning, timed herbicide overspray, and interseeding techniques. Type 4 Exotics/Weeds These areas have been radically disturbed. Few if any native species remain. In these areas complete restoration effort Is recommended. Management will Include burning, herbicide overspray, soil work up, and seeding of native grass/forbe mix. Type 5 Areas Restored Before 1994 A few small areas in the vicinity of the parking lot have been developed quite well, but have woody plants in them that should be removed. The seed in these areas was originally from central Minnesota, Prairie Restorations, Inc.. Proposed Management Plan To develop a workable long-term management plan, prairie types were further broken down Into Individual Management Units which are separated by trails, ponds, or differing types. Only Types 1 through 4 are considered, Type 5 is relatively small and will handled on an Individual basis. The objective of this further categorizing is to plan for management area sizes that can be dealt with during the short seasonal time frame available for burning and seeding, as well as to complete the proposed, Intensive management of the entire prairie within a practical time frame, three to five years. Refer to Table 1 and Map 2 which describe and illustrate prairie type breakdown Into Management Units. TABLE 1, MANAGEMENT UNITS Management Type Unit . egg Prescription Cost/ac 1 4.08 Staff bum only. NA NA 2a 1.16 Staff bum, $1,000 $1,160 2b .38 P.R.I. seed. $380 2c .20 $200 2d .10 $100 2e 1.32 $1,320 2f .28 $280 2g .36 $360 2h .28 $280 2i .28 $280 21 J4 $1.240 5.60 $5,600 4 3a .48 P.R.I. herb., $1,100 $528 3b .68 Staff bum, $748 3c 1.56 P.R.I. seed. $1,716 3d .20 $220 3e 1.16 $1,276 3f 1.16 $1,276 3g .48 $528 3h .12 $132 3h .84 $924 31 _ 11 6.68 $7,348 4a .76 P.R.I. herb., $1,400 $1,064 4b 1.08 Staff bum,. _ $1,512 4c .52 P.R.I. till/disc, $728 P.R.I. seed. 2.36 $3,304 Total Prairie Management Zone Acreage = 18.60 acres Total P.R.I. Management Activity Zones = 14.52 acres, $16,252.00. The proposed management plan involves Intense management activity over a four year period. These management activities will be completed in the year 1998. Average cost per year Is $3,960.00. Management activity costs and associated management units are provided below. TABLE 2, PROPOSED MANAGEMENT ACTIVITIES y?r Management Units Involved 1994 $1,500 Field mapping, report preparation 1995 $4,480 2b, 2j, 3a, 3e, 3h 1996 $4,144 2a, 2c, 2d, 3b, 3c, 3d 1997 $3,940 2e, 2f, 3f, 4a 1998 $3,688 2g, 2h, 3g, 31, 4b, 4c This proposed plan allows for the entire prairie area within the main trail system to be managed In a single year, with the exception of units 2h and 31. It allows for the most efficient Initial management of remaining areas. This plan also allows for subsequent management rotations, where only a bum would occur, to be performed utilizing logical boundaries, such as the asphalt trails, resulting in a much safer bum environment. Through these Investigations to Thomas Lake Park prairie it has been determined that a significant prairie remnant Is present. Although various levels of diversity and exotics can be found, a reasonably large area is of excellent quality. The map developed during this early stage of long-term management will serve as a record of the 1994 vegetation pattern. It will also help to protect_ the high quality remnant areas during restoration activities. An Intensive management plan is proposed which will complete management activities for the entire prairie by 1998. Average annual cost for this will be $3,960.00. In addition to the long-term management plan, several associated tasks should be considered. A consistent method of documenting the change within the prairie should be performed. ?3. Photo/video points should be established and recordings made, preferably at the same time(s) of year. A continued effort should be made to control woody plant encroachment. Although fire is certainly helpful In this process, some chemical control may be needed. A continuing number of field checks should be made with the intent of further developing the site plant list. An interpretive signage system should be researched and implemented to educate park users as to activities, objectives and goals of prairie management. Staff is requesting your comments on this project. Thomas Lake is a very special park in both staff's and in Prairie Restoration's opinion. The prairie itself is currently being invaded by undesirable, exotic plant species. Over time, if not controlled, these undesirable plants will degrade the quality of this remnant prairie. The prairie needs special management activities to restore it to a more 'original prairie' condition. 44 sr--a o7 ell • ell, M r a r r? C L I.. tl •J 4 ?1 V ? ?. s O 96 MW *QN*I 1GIU I 47 Plants identified in initial survey of Thomas Lake Park prairie by Welby Smith (August 1986) Flowering spurge (Euphorbia corollata) Rough blazing star (Liatris aspera) Round-headed bush clover (Lespedeza capitata) Big bluestem (Andropogon gerardii) Indian grass (Sorghastrum nutans) Little bluestem (Schizachyrium scoparium) Canada tick trefoil (Desmodium canadense) Stiff goldenrod (Solidago rigida) Whorled milkweed (Asclepias verticillata) Heath aster (Aster ericoides) Field thistle (Cirsium discolor) Canada goldenrod (Solidago canadensis) Wild bergamot (Monardafistulosa) Mountain mint (Pycnanthemum virginianum) Common milkweed (Asclepias syriaca) Blue aster (Aster azureus) Alum-root (Heuchera richardsonii) Everlasting (Anaphalis margaritacea) Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) Redroot (Ceanothus ovatus) Prairie cinquefoil (Potentilla arguta) Purple prairie clover (Petalostemum purpureum) Leadplant (Amorpha canescens) Ironweed (Vernoniafasciculata) Cord grass (Spartina pectinata) Water plantain (Alisma subcordata) Monkey flower (Mimulus ringens) Red osier dogwood (Cornus stolonifera) Smartweed (Polygonum coccineum) False loosestrife (Ludwigiapolycarpa) Water-horehound (Lycopus uniflorus) Bugleweed (Lycopus americanus) Bulrush (Scirpus cyperinus) Blue vervain (Verbena hastata) Narrow-leaved gerardia (Gerardia tenuifolia) Wild iris (Iris versicolor) Muhly grass (Muhlenbergia mexicana) Boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum) Spirea (Spirea alba) Knotweed (Polygonum scandens) 4, E:] MEMO city of eagan DATE: FEBRUARY 9, 1995 TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FROM: M DOROTHY PETERSON SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION SUBJECT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT APPLICATION The purpose of this memorandum Is to update the Commission on the status of the CDBG application for which the City Council authorized pursuit of $5,000.00 for youth programming in the Wescott neighborhood. The Wescott Junior Program for children ages 6-12 was nominated by staff as a candidate for CDBG funding. The activity was run experimentally in August of 1994. The pilot program ran one evening a week for four weeks. Activities Included Junior Olympics, basketball and track and field events. It is estimated that up to 70 children of elementary school age reside In Wescott Hills. A summer recreation activity of longer duration would provide the opportunity for the 6-12 year olds to experience a supervised program, positive role models and to build neighborhood friendships. Staff has met with representatives from the HRA who Indicate that an expanded Junior Program, proposed to run from July 1 until the start of school, is a viable candidate for grant funding. The model would be the Departments Summer In the Park program. Staff anticipates that announcement of grant funding will occur in June. Funds would be released on July 1, 1995. 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Legal Description or Property Identification #: PID: 10-01400-020-82 Great Lakes EFFECT National Recreatlefi i Park Rsseclatleal2reat Lakes Re$eeal Office "True study...purports to offer for the first time some statistical support for whatparks officials have long believed: that recre- ation programs can play a role in addressing a host of social maladies, including juvenilecrime." -TheCMcagoTrbtxre New Study of Recreation and Parks Impact on Youth -at-Risk & Other Serious Social Issues A new study has been released by the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) that gives evidence that a collective answer for many serious social issues, including juvenile crime can be found in local park and recreation departments. The study features case stud ies of 19 local recreation programs that help prevent crime, drug abuse and disease, promote healthy choices for all ages, improve communities and quality of life. "Beyond Fun and Games: Emerging Roles of Public Recreation,"illustrates recreation based programs that are successful at reducing crime and creating sofercommunities. In addition, the recreation programs profiled in the study are cost-effective and replicable for othercommuni- ties around the country. "This study reveals the broad range of public programs, services and resources that make recreation an essential human service,"said R. Dean Tice, NRPA executive director. 'it ex- poses the fallacy or simple misunderstandingof Crime Bill critics who suggested that parks are pork." Although the research began before the Crime Bill debate, several case studies illustrate how local park and recreation departments ad- dress crime and at-risk youth issues. "We know from experience that it costs more to put kids through the juvenile court system than it does to keep themout"Ticesaid. "Last year, according to U.S. Justice Department reports, more than $7 billion was spent Inca rcera tingyoung offenders - anaverage $29,000 per youth. In contrast, spec iai youth programs often cost less than$1 perchild to operate, according to NRPA estimates." The new study, funded by the National Recreation Foundation, profiles 19 recreation programsaround the country that address such winter less Vol. 1 18.1 issuesas: • Youth-at-Risk Model At-risk youth programs address teen violence through recreation, gang prevention, juvenile curfews and other activities. In at least one city, police officials directly attribute a significant drop in youth-related crime to increased recre- ation opportunities. • Drug-Abuse Prevention Mentoring programs educa to youth on the risks of drug use and abuse. • Job Training Youth corps and career aware- ness programs provideeconomically disadvan- taged young adultsopportunities to develop job skills and explore career interests. • Homelessness Increasing numbers of individual and families without homes or living in poverty are sup- ported through a variety of educational and recreational activities. • Health Life-styles, Nutrition and Aging Local park districtsand healthcare facilities team up to expand affordable medical services, and create health awareness and prevention pro- grams. Balanced mealsand health,education and leisure services are available toseniorcitizens. • Arts, Culture and Education Children on military bases, removed from extended family support systems, are given feelingsofbelonging,commitment and achieve- ment through art education and performance. Given the right support, the success of these programs can be maintained and trans- ferred to other communities. "This study illus- trates that local park and recreation agencies havebeen resourceful and successful in resolving critical issues, often in cooperation with other public and private entities," explained Barry (continued on next page) An Invitation to Participate The highest honor an agency can receive Isbeing judged as the reclpientof the National Gold Medal Award for ex- cellence in park and recreation manage- ment. Of course, being selected one of the five finalists in the established popu- lation categories is an outstanding achievement in itself and provides national recognition. We believe there are many deserving communities who hesitate to enter this prestigious award competition for a variety ofreasons. Someclaim they donot have tinic. some feel they wouldnotbecompetitive.%ome feel that towin the award theiragency has tohaveexpended a lot of money, acquired a lot of land, or built many facilities, These communities should be reminded that the award is primarily based on excellence in manage- ment of the agency, its staff, its dedication of serving the needs of its citizens and yes, exercising cutback management, creative financing andcoping with less in these recessionary times. Call theNRPAGreat fakesoff ccforalgilica- tions, When youenler,you will realize horvercellent you reollyare! >s 17081843-7529 1994 Gold Medal Winners tr`*,QN App A7?? ?4PN ND?y Great Lakes Effect Someone You Should Know Imagine this.... if in the past two years your park and recreation agencywonaDotti Mullen Arts & Humanities Award, the NRPA National Excellence in Aquatics Award, the National Gold Medal award for park and recreation excellence and you personally won the Great Lakes Regional "Professional of the Year Award", would you be dreaming? No, you would be Jim Garges, Director of Parks, Recre- ation and Cultural Arts for the City of Kettering, Ohio and "Someone You Should Know". . In this period of time, Jim also served as the President of the Ohio Parks and Recreation Association, was elected Chairman of the NRPA Council of Affiliate Presidents, an organization representing50statepark and recreationassocia- tions, and won an NRPA Fitness Award. Jim Garges Is a "professional's profes- sional" demonstrating outstanding leadership qualities and accomplishments which have brought him to the forefront as one of our nation'soutstandingparkand recreation leaders. Among many significant accomplish- ments, he led thecitizensand staff tothesuccess- ful passage of a 1.4 mil "A Bond For All Ages" bond issue for building of the Kettering Recre- ation Complex, a 145,000 square foot, 10.7 million dollar facility. Healso spearheaded theconstruc- tion and completion of the 2.7 million Fraze Pavilion for the Performing Arts. Jim has served on the Great Lakes Re- gional Council as an Ohio representative from 1991 to present, serves as Secretary for the Kettering Parks Foundation, is an adjunct pro- fessor for local universities and a speaker at numerous state and national conferences, district chairman and eagle scout of the Boy Scouts of America, received the U.S. Jaycees Outstanding Young Man award and the United Way Gold Award for outstanding service to the commu- nity. He is supported by his wife Marty, his son Bobby and daughter Ma ry Claire. In addition to his very active life and professional pursuits, he enjoysswimming, jogging, hunting and fish- ing. NRPA is truly thankful to have the tal- ents of Jim Garges in carrying out its mission. We think he is truly "Someone You Should Know"! NRPAGL f-? sue g • ??? ? cbttstdea an ?lgenc (continued from front page) From Your Regional Director One of the most unique membership cat- egories of NRPA is the Public Agency 1 Membership. Unlike other membership plans which base dues on individual members' income, the public agency y membership offers a special "agency tp? package" where as many as ten park board or commission members can be full-fledged NRPA members for a single annual membership fee. Membership dues under the agency packagearedetermined by thepopulation of the community served. 10,000andunder $230.00 10,001-25,000 $340.00 25,001-50,000 $440.00 50,001-100,000 $500.00 100,000-250,000 $640.00 Over250,000 $700.00 automaticallybecomesaprofessional memberof NRPA. Other staff professionals will receive sub- stantial discounts on individual memberships. They are welcome to join NRPA for just $60 per individual per year. Agencies nationwide have found this membership to be the most economical way to keep their citizen elected officials and profes- sional staff involved in a national advocacy for the park and recreation movement, updated on national issues and trends and eligible for dis- countson the National Congress, education and training Programs, publications, and many other membership services. And of course, all ten members and the chief administrator receive a subscription to Parks and Recreation Magazine. For more information, contact Membership DepartmentToll-Free 1-800-626-NRPA If the board /commission does not have at least ten members, the agency may list elected or appointed local officials. Each member over the ten may be listed at the charge of $35 for each additional board/commission member. WalterC.Johnson Additionally, the agency's chief administrator NRPA Great Lakes Regional Director Tindall, NRPA public policy director. "In order for this trend to continue, legislators and policymakers must recognize the vital role that recreation has and will continue to play in oursociety " It is a role that public opinion already supports. According to another NRPA survey, "Decision-makers mustmove beyond the mind- set and rhetoric that public recreation parks get the frmds and resources left over from really essential'services like fire and pol ice." the more than 108,000 local park and recreation sites throughout the United Statesareusedby 75 percentof the population (more than 192 million people)each year. Seventy-fivepercentof adults believe public investment in recreation and parks should be greater than what is currently spent. "Decision-makers must move beyond the mind-set and rhetoric that public recreation parks get the funds and resources left over from really 'essential' services like fire and police." Tindall said. "Like fire and police departments, recreation and park systems were created as early as the 1800s in direct response to unhealthy and unsafe conditions. As prevention solutions, recreation and park programs help ease the burden on services such as police and courts. Call NRPA Publications Dept. 1703-578-55641 forcopyof "Beyond Fun & Gaines: Ernergif4S Roles of Public Recreation." National Fund Raising Effort Reaches One Million for NRPA Ahrens National Recreation and Park Institute At the General Session of the 1993 Con- gress for Recreation and Parks longtime NRPA memberClaude Ahrens, founderof Miracle Rec- reation Equipment Co., made an extraordinary challenge to his fellow NRPA members. Mr. Ahrens promised $1 million for the establish- ment of an institute to house the public service and operational services of NRPA if the mem- bersand friendsof NRPA would pledgematch- ing funds for the new facility by December 31, 1994. On October 27, 1994, shortly after the National Congress in Minneapolis, NRPA indi- vidua l and corpora to contribu lions to the Ahrens Recreation and Park Institute reached 1,000,000 dollars. Phase I of the Ahrens Chal lenge has been completed with matching the 1,000,000 dollars from Mr. Ahrens for the institute. Phase IT is now in process toobtain the additional500,000 dollars to complete the total project. The Ahrens Recreationand Park Institute Is envisioned as a 2-story, 25,000 square foot multi-purpose facility costing2 % million dollars withasitedanatedoutsideof Washington DC in Northern Virginia. Ownership of the Ahrens Institute will not only provide NRPA a budget savings of more than $200,000 by eliminating building rental, but will incorporate crucial ele- mentswhichwill shapes stronger future such as: •TheJoseph LeeMemorial LibraryArchives •The information ResourceCenter • The Publica tions Center •The VisitorsCenter -The Recreation and Park Hall of Fame •A model park setting and environment and Headquarters for the National Recreation & Park Association In the column to the right is a list of the major contributors along with a pledge form(below) for those of you who have not yet made s commitment toward this campaign. Your contribution will be recognized in an a ppropria to mannerat the new Institute. Contributions may be paid over a 3-year period. All state park and recreation associations who contribute will be honored in theHALLOF STATES which will display the f lags and logos of each contributing state association. More information can be obtained by calling Kirk McAlexander at NRPA Headquarters (7031578-5569 Watch out for "Resumanialt "Resumania" is a verbal virus that has apparently been around for as long as people have looked for jobs. It affects rookies and veterans alike, and resists the efforts of proof- readers and spell checkers to eradicate it. The term was coined by personnel expert Robert Half to describe the sometimes hilarious, often perplexing and frequently bizarre bloopers that make their ways to some job candidates' resumes. Here are some bloopers from Half's file: Cover letter. • "Thank you for yourconsideration. Hope tolrear from you Shorty! (Hey, let's not get personal.) • "Please disregard the attached resume-it's terribly out of date."(Okay-next.) at "Herearemyqualii icationstooverlook."(Ifyou insist.) or "I perform my job with effortless efficiency, effectiveness, eJrncyand expertise." (And an eye on the "e" section of the dictionary, evidently.) •"Personal Qualities: Outstanding worker; flex- ible 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year."(It's Gunthy!) Watch out for fractured grammar, typos, misused words and misspellings when preparing a resume. Other pitfalls to avoid are irrelevant personal information, attempts at humor, and confusing statements with double meanings. A good resume doesn't mean you'll get the job, but a bad one will definitely knock you out of the running. Reprinted from CSAE Forum Magazine AHREN'S INSTITUTE PLEDGE FOR M In recognition of theneed to permanently advance the cause of recreation and parks, to preserve the proud historyof recreation and parks in thiscoun- try, to provide meeting and educational areas, as wel I as a model pa rk environment, and to provide a homefortheNational Recreationand Park Aaocia- tion, l /we hereby pledge and commit our support and the sum of $to the Ahrens National Recreationand Park Associationlnstitute campaign. I / Weunderstand that thispledge maybepaid over a three-year period. Please record this pledge as follows: Please send payment reminders beginning in the monthof Thispledge_may/may not_be publicized. I/We understand that investments of cash or other assetstotheNational Recreationand Park Association are tax deductibleas provided by law. Signature I/ We will pay this pledge on anarmualbasis. asemi-annualbasis. aquarterlybasis. The first payment is enclosed In the amount of 5 Donor Name(s)(Please Print) Address(Complete) Dale a. Cat out and send to NRPA.650 Weil Higgins Rd.. Hoffman Estales,11.60195 k Leadership Contributions and Pledges Ahrens NRPA Institute Campaign (As of Nov. 19, 1994) am R . c raphK. I,, I,rD.edron Raa.atlnnS,J.dwt.s Gra,t).Car Qa.aytd,etdesho. PanKY. A.tklanry Rat.saonCreatbnla. hoeD.kne QIJlespab AarsE p•y Lighanat c. Ron.ldDbld Aarrkantenuntkap' -&D-Ann andYntraealoivas.t., RontAn.Mr npnrwnvn TmyR.a dta,sie DW- areas Jaandad.v Dad MoomsporntiRMkg DaM,En5 s.Taiyi Arod.M wttma RnbenUmrndr tadaopaSm onabs. kam.ndsMr4y Fwkw Rob.olial.ra Sam HnyfaoM AawClae K%,W7 From N.a,.WR,..wtkn FlorN.Ra.andt'.rk Fandation At.a..DMMMI swaa..dlarroroa, arSmO cm-EaMJwarc. 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Doogiastn stn taraS.,a,&iro Thwnsh,rte wuMJ.aoota saAhDMk,iarrkand DehaahC+rkcn Ra.e.lko,A.nrMlin Mn.StewadCw GnMnskaa KohkenCuvro KMly.Alinriw,RM, RonatdChw JgnC..5lwrlw WiledHK.Chins JM,and1rr,SMem, MonyLChroda- TeryandWrmit RalphrdRuMra Tn.,Mnd Clyd,nk Isrd"Vo4'e Do idEClrk F1 - Wallach WIMm (lothkr DonawohIneMn Jrrrscdky Ya wArMM AsacoNey wad wn CAElnCraytn JanwC.WMM Jda,Cnrpka, Srdo A11,60 e Maria Dolly KimandU.,bWII.n NRPA Aquatic Conference Celebrates 10th Anniversary At Disney World Orlando, Florida, home of Disney World, will host the tenth annual NAPA National Aquatic Conference and National Aquatic Management School, March 9 -14, 1995. Aquatic professionals from around the country are expected to attend the event which will offer educational, purchasing, social, and networking opportunities. All conferenceeventsand activitieswill take place at the Hilton Hotel at Disney World Village, a first-class hotel with every amenity including two spectacular swimming pools! The fabulous location makes this a great yeartocome to theconference and bring your family! Conference attendees will receive special room rates at the Hilton. Kicking off the week-long aquatic program is the National Aquatic Management School (NAMS), March 9 - 12. NAMS is a three-day intensive seminargeared toward managersof staff, resources, programs, and customers in an aquatic facility. NAMS will feature the top professionals in aquatics leadingschool participants through in-depth seminars. NAMS partici- pants and instructors will have ample opportunity to network and get to know one another to preserve the intimate, personal setting that has made the school so popular in past years. NAMS offers 1.6 CEUs, and includes a special social event, an aquatic facility tour, and admit- tance to theConfeTence exhibit hall. Three pre-conference pro- grams will beoffered on Thursday, March 9 and Friday, March 10 for those not participating in NAMS: NRPA's Aquatic Facility Operator Certification Course (AFO), Ellisand Associates /National Safety Coun- cil Learn-To-Swim Program Coor- dinator Course, and "Converting YourTraditional Pool into a Family Aquatic Center". Attendees may participate in any pre-conference program along with theconference (for an additional cost). Theconference educational program, made up of nearly 30 educational sessions in all, promises to be strong in both content and speakers. Education sessionsbegin on Sunday, March 12 and continue 0 IN THIS ISSUE • Study Validates Positive Effect of Recreation on Youth-At-Risk • NRPA Agency Membership Involves and Informs Citizen- Ekcted Officials and Staff • Ahrens Institute Fund Raising Mat che s G if t... $.500,000 Needed to Complete Project January 1995 Great Lakes Regional Council Winter Meeting Jnmary20-22,1995 Hotel lntercontinental,Chicago, IL Contact: Walter C. Johnson NRPA Great takes Regional Office 650 W. Higgins Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 17081843-7529 Fax 1708)843-3058 February 1995 NRPA Mid-YearMeeting,LegislativeSeminars& Congressional Visits February8-12,1995 J. W. Marriott Washington D.C. Contact: WalterC. Johnson NRPA Great Lakes Regional Office 650W. Higgens Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 Michigan Recreation & Park Association Annual Conference February 12-15,1995 Detroit Westin Hotel, Detroit, MI Contact Barbara M. Wisney Michigan Recreation & Park Association 2722 E. Michigan Ave.,Suite201 Lansing, Ml 48912 15171485-9888Faxl5171485.7932 Missouri Park & Recreation Association Annual Conference February l4-17,1995 Holiday Inn ExecutiveCenter,Columbia,MO Contact: David Ostlund Missouri Park & Recreation Association 1203 Missouri Boulevard Jefferson Ci ty, MO65109 13141636.3828Fax13141635.7988 Edith Upchurch Innovative Program Forum February22.24,1995 Eatonton,GA Contact: Tom MartinNRPASouthem Regional Office 1285ParkerRoad Conyers,GA 30207 14041760.1668Fax14041760-9427 March 1995 National AquaticConference March 9-14,1995 Hilton at Disney World Village, Orlando, FL Contact: NRPA,Great Lakes Regional Office 650W. H iggins Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL 60195 17081843.7529 Fax (7081943-3058 National Aquatic Management School March 9-11,1995 Hilton at Disney World Village, Orlando, FL Contact: NRPA,Great Lakes Regional Office 650 W. Higgins Rd. Hoffman Estates, IL60195 17081843 -7529 Fax 170818433058 Aquatic Facility OpeatorCertification Course March23-24,1995 Liberty, MO Contact:DaveOstlund Missouri Park and Recreation Association 1203 Missouri Blvd. Jefferson City, M065109 13141636.3828Fax(3141635-7988 Ohio Parks & Recreation Association Annual Conference March 26-29,1995 CincinnatiConvention Center,Cincinnati,OH Contact: Donald P. Schmidt Ohio Park & Recreation Association 1069 A West Main Street Westerville, OH 43081 16141895-2222 Fax 16141895.3050 Iowa Park & Recreation Association Annual Conference March27-29,1995 SiouxCityConvention Center,SiouxCity, IA Contact: PatrickFleming Iowa Park and Recreation Association 21185. Riverside Drive Iowa City, IA 52246 13191339-7288 Fax 13191339-7393 AquaticFacilityOpeatorCertlficationCourse March 30&31,1995 Schaumburg Park District Golf Club, Schaumburg, IL Contact Bill Wald IPRA 1N141County Farm Road Winfield,IL60190 (7[81752-0141 Fax 17081752-0193 through Tuesday Ma rch 14. The sessions will be broken into four topical tracks: Management, Facility Planning and Design, Special Topics in Aquatics, and Programming, with CEUs avail- able in each subject area. Expert speakers from across thecountry havebeen recruited to ensure the highestquality program possible. An exhibit hall will be open to all confer- ence delegates featuring the newest and latest in aquatic wares, as well as pool supplies, accesso- ries, equipment, and services. The exhibit hall will beopen on Sunday, March 12and Monday, March 13, and an exhibit hall pass is included least takes EFFECT flegassl IlscrestNS i Pu t A. a leaded Great tetra tlgleaN t110ea eeaMMHlppirs Hoe•wEmi .leota5 with all conference registrations. After a long day of education, delegates always look forward to the unique Aquatic Con- ference special events. Socials arebeing planned in and around Disney and other terrific Orlando attractions. Delegates will splash and swim at Disney'sTyphoon Lagoon waterpark,danceand dine at Pleasure Island, a hot Disney evening entertainment spot, and eat, drink and be merry at Orlando's Church street Station. Contact the National Aquatic Ice at (708) 843-7529 or write to NRPA Aquatics, 650 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60195. IVI KEN VRAA DIRECTOR EAGAN PARKS 3 RECREATION 3830 PILOT KNOB RD EAGAN, MN 55122 AGENDA JOINT MEETING CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 1995 EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER CONFERENCE ROOMS 7:00 PM 1. Call to Order - Mayor Egan 2. Approval of Agenda 3. Zero Phosphate Fertilizer Verbal Presentation & Discussion 4. Fish Lake Grant Attachment - Page 1 5. Water Quality Plan (5 year plan review) Attachment - Page 2 6. I.S.T.E.A. Trails Attachment/Presentation and Discussion - Pages 3-6 7. Borchert/Ingersoll Property Attachments - Pages 7-13 8. Holz Farm: How Best to Proceed Attachment and Discussion - Pages 14-16 9. Open Space Acquisition Discussion and Direction - Pages 17-23 Trust for Public Land Bond Referendum 10. Parks System, Plan Review and Status 11. Mosquito Control Discussion 12. Outdoor Recreation Grants Report - Pages 24-25 13. Youth Development Program-Grant Report and Discussion 14. Tree Preservation Discusssion 15. Civic Arena Project Update and Discussion 16. Other Items 17. 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 , sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the events. Ha notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will make every attempt to provide the aids TO: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION FROm; RICH BRASCH, WATER RESOURCES COORDINATOR DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION RE: CONVERSATION WITH FISH LAKE REPRESENTATIVES ON CWP FUNDING FOR,FISH LAKE PROJECT. DATE: JANUARY 26, 1995 I just talked with Marge Velke of the MnPCA's Water Quality Division regarding the preliminary ranking of the Fish Lake project for financial assistance through the Clean Water Partnership Program. She indicated that our application had ranked high enough to be recommended for grant funding. However, the MnPCA and MnDNR have made a policy decision that chemical in-lake treatments and flow dosing such as that proposed in the Fish Lake application are considered experimental. As such, the MnPCA considers those aspects of the Fish Lake Project ineligible for CWP grant funding. Instead, MnPCA staff will recommend that the costs associated with those aspects of the Fish Lake project be recommended for funding through an interest-free 20-year loan from the state's revolving fund. In summary, 50% of the total project cost of $403,680 ($201,840) is eligible for funding through the CWP Program. MnPCA staff will recommend to the MnPCA Board that about $50,000 of the project be funded through a grant, with $152,000 associated with the chemical in-lake and dosing components funded with the 20-year, no interest loan. As per the program guidelines, the City as an applicant would be obligated to cover the other 50% of the project with a combination of in-kind services and cash outlays as outlined in the implementation plan. The MnPCA Board will making final decisions on these recommendations at their February 17 meeting, so it's not too soon to begin deciding whether this proposal is acceptable to the City. Please let me know when you have time to discuss this proposal in more detail and how and when we should present this information to the City Council and/or others. Thanks. Rich Brasch Water Resources Coordinator city of eagan MEM_ #b_? DATE: FEBRUARY 9, 1995 TO: CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUBJECT: WATER QUALITY PLAN ISSUE Should the City undertake a 5 year re-write of the Water Quality Management Plan? BACKGROUND The Water Quality Management Plan, adopted in 1990, contained a number of policy recommendations. One recommendation adopted in the plan was for a review of the plan every five years. For discussion by the Council and Commission is the need for this review and, if deemed necessary, to what extent. SOME QUESTIONS TO CONSIDER 1. What areas of the plan are of concern? Are there specific sections requiring re- writing, or is a general review all that is necessary? 2. Should the City use the services of a consultant to aid in the review? The same consultant used in the past or a different one? 3. Who should undertake the policy review? A task force? The Commission? The Council? 4. What is the level of public involvement? 5. If it is determined that there is a need for a review, what is the priority of this task? KV:cm c34oh**.gty a. MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION RICH PELLETIER, PARK OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR DATE: JANUARY 26, 1995 SUBJECT: MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY TRAIL ACCESS ISTEA GRANT As the Commission is aware, the City of Eagan has been awarded a grant under the federal Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) of 1991. The project consists of approximately 2.5 miles of trails and a shelter building, providing access to the Minnesota River Valley Trails and the Cedar Avenue river crossing. Since the original concept was presented to the Commission in April of 1993, the grant program has undergone some revisions that impact the project, and it was felt that an update would be appropriate. Background The City first submitted a grant application in April of 1993, the first time funding under this program was possible. Unfortunately, the city's proposal did not receive an award; however, the project was deemed worthy for future funding cycles, and resubmittal was highly encouraged. The second funding cycle was for projects during the 1995-97 grant period, and the City once again presented the Minnesota River Valley Trail Access proposal for consideration. In July of 1994, preliminary notice of approval of funding at the regional level was received, contingent upon approval of the state and federal transportation authorities. Confirmation of the project's inclusion in the approved federal budget was received in January of 1995. With final funding approval, project preparation has begun in earnest. While the trail is a very worthy project, its location through the environmentally sensitive Minnesota River Valley requires multiple reviews by several different state and federal agencies prior to construction. Initial contacts had been made with all known concerned agencies even prior to the city submitting an application for the trailway, so final approval is proceeding fairly smoothly. There are, however, three issues that have been raised, and it was felt that; the commission should be aware of them and their potential impacts. 3 Issues 1. Metropolitan Council Wastewater Commission ( CWC) Improvement Project The MCWC is currently constructing a major improvement project, part of which is two pipelines crossing the Minnesota River, and following the Nicols Road right-of- way south of the river to the railroad. This project entrails complete reconstruction of the roadbed, and provides an ideal opportunity to begin preparation for the trailway. There are numerous benefits to this approach, as we can not only accomplish some of the actual construction, but we can actually utilize some of the required environmental studies and archeological surveys. The limiting factor is that MCWC needs to keep their project on track, so we are working with them to maximize the trail construction efforts without hindering their progress. The drawback to this approach is any construction activities completed prior to final project approval are not grant eligible. With this in mind, we are exploring opportunities to proceed with as much of the trail as possible, without any additional costs to the MCWC or loss of grant funding to the city. 2. Trailhead/Depot Reconstruction As the commission will recall, one of the criteria for awarding of the grant was the enhancement of historical transportation buildings. Towards this end, re-creation of the Nicols train depot was advocated, to serve as a trailhead complete with interpretive graphics about the cultural, historical and natural history of the area. This concept has generated many positive comments from the grant reviewing agencies and is seen as a key component of the total project. However, it has also raised some concerns on the part of the Minnesota State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). SHPO has stated that "federal preservation standards do. not usually encourage reconstructions of historic properties." (Letter from Mr. Dennis Grimmestad, Minnesota Historical Society, January 19, 1995; Eagan staff emphasis) We are currently working with the SHPO staff to determine under what circumstances a historic reconstruction can be built, and if this is not an acceptable alternative, what type of structure would be allowed. There is also some concern about historical artifacts in the area, and an archaeological investigation will probably be required prior to any construction. Recognizing the unique opportunity that the re-constructed depot offers in terms of meeting the need for an interpretive shelter to fully appreciate the history of the area, how much effort (expense) is appropriate to expend on ensuring the depot is historically accurate? Staff will continue working with SHPO to arrive at an acceptable and appropriate design, but felt that commission should be aware of the issue early in the process. 4 3. Funding The approved project application included a preliminary budget of $400,000.00. Under the funding schedule, 80% ($320,000.00) of this total would be grant eligible, with the city contributing the'remaining $80,000.00 through a combination of force account labor (soft match) and cash (hard match) from the city's trails dedication fund. While the overall project budget has not changed, interpretation of the grant program rules has impacted the city's total dollar contribution to the project. Two areas in particular will have significant impact on the city: The first area is that design and engineering costs are no longer grant eligible. This had been a $35,000 line item in the budget., Staff is currently working with city engineering staff to complete as much design work as possible and to reduce this expense, but it is anticipated that some of this expense will be the city's responsibility. The second rule interpretation is that soft-matches are not allowed - all of the city's 20% contribution needs to be in hard dollars, based on the total actual project costs. The current practice is for the state to let the contract, and prior to bid award, the local sponsor needs to issue a check for the remaining 20% of the bid total. Obviously, these rule changes have a major impact on the overall trails funding. While an exact dollar amount will not be known until the bids are received, it is safe to say that the City's out of pocket expense will be a minimum of $80,000, and possibly more depending on engineering costs. While funding of the Minnesota River Valley Trail Access has been approved under the federal ISTEA grant program, numerous obstacles still need to be overcome. The most notable are crossing the environmentally sensitive river valley area, and the possibility of completing some of this in conjunction with the MCWC project currently under construction. The second major issue is the trailhead depot re-construction and the numerous requirements to build this structure, including an archeological investigation. The final issue is the grant program rules changes/interpretations, and the impact this will have on the amount of funds the city will have to contribute towards the project. In evaluating this information, it is important to consider the regional significance of this trailway project, and the benefits it will offer to Eagan residents. Not only will it offer a safer bicycle crossing of the Minnesota River, it will also offer access to both state and regional trailways, along with connections to numerous neighboring municipalities' trail systems. While this is a complex project in terms of gaining project approval, all the agencies contacted have expressed support of it, which further substantiates its significance. It should also be noted that while the city may be required to expend more dollars than originally anticipated, 80% of the actual costs will be funded through the ISTEA program. Needless to say this is a significant cost savings to the community. 6''. For Commission Action No commission action is required, as this is informational only. Staff will be available to answer any questions raised. Ken Vraa Director of Parks & Recreation RP/nab f16b?aprnrc.030 Richard Pelletier Park Operations Supervisor (0 1 MEMO city of eagan DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 1995 TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUBJECT: JOINT COUNCILIAPRNRC MEETING BORCHERTIINGERSOLL PROPERTY The following information, and reading of the two attachments, should help you as staff presents the issues associated with the Borchert Ingersoll site. To recap some of the facts: ¦ The Borchert Ingersoll property is apparently 71 acres in size. ¦ The property went tax forfeit to the State of Minnesota but is managed by Dakota County. ¦ The site has a D.N.R. waterbody/wetland. ¦ The City has done environmental reviews of the site. ¦ APRNRC and APC have approved acquisition. ¦ The Dakota County Board of Commissioners has approved the acquisition (as part of the process for the City to acquire the property) ¦ Legislation has been drafted for introduction in this Legislative Session to turn the property over to the City for parks purposes. ¦ The DNR has already drafted a letter to the Legislature approving the City's acquisition. This property will be combined with other tax forfeit properties being presented to the Legislature for acquisition. ¦ Gopher Smelting wants to acquire a portion (size not defined) for future expansion. They are willing to "trade" property to the south which has steep slopes and is immediately north of Yankee Doodle Road. OTHER FACTS TO REMEMBER ¦ The City has already begun some of the dean-up on site. (The site was used for unauthorized dumping of road construction materials) ¦ The City will be responsible for removing inert material and re-establishing vegetation on disturbed areas. ¦ The City may not re-sell property, or any portion thereof, after it has acquired it per State Statues. ¦ The City has a need for additional athletic fields by the year 2000 (master plan priority). ¦ Yankee Doodle Road construction provides an opportunity (?) to have excess material on site for use to cover inert debris. This assumes property acquisition by the City. (The County may allow disposal on site even if the City does not own it, but will hold the City responsible for completion) ¦ John Tapper, CEO for Gopher Smelting contacted the City in mid-December regarding acquisition of a portion of the Borchert/Ingersoll property. e37oThLb-I BORCHERT INGERSOLL PROPERTY Meeting with City of Eagan, Gopher Smelting, DNR and Dakota County Friday, January 13, 1995 A meeting was held on Friday, January 13, 1995, 9:00 a.m. at the DNR office. Those in attendance', were Stephanie Warne, Supervisor, Sales/Licenses & Easements for the DNR; John Taper, CEO of Gopher Smelting; John Kuehn, Attorney representing Gopher Smelting; Mark Kutoff, principal of Gopher Smelting; Mike Ring, Dakota County Attorney's office; two representatives from the Auditor's Office; Ken Vraa, Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Eagan; and Cherryl Mesko, City of Eagan Parks and Recreation. Director Vraa provided some background by stating the City has been working with Mike Ring of Dakota County to acquire the tax forfeited Borchert Ingersoll property. Initially there were some concerns relative to environmental issues, however the City has spent a great deal of time and effort in testing and research to discover that the site was used primarily as an illegal dump site for construction material. Parks Superintendent VonDeLinde had been working with Stephanie Warne of the DNR prior to his leaving the City of Eagan. Vraa continued that the acquisition of this property had been approved by the Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission, Eagan City Council, and the Dakota County Board of Commissioners. The property contains an area with 5-8% slopes which would be conducive to youth athletic fields; a use that is in great demand within the City, Vraa continued. A preliminary sketch showing potential use of the site for athletic facilities was shared with the group. Ken continued that John Tapper had approached him approximately 4 weeks ago to see if there was a way to acquire a portion of the Borchert Ingersoll property for future expansion of Gopher Smelting. Mr. Tapper had asked if the City would be interested in exchanging some land they owned south of the Bl site for a portion of the BI land so that Gopher Smelting could expand to the west. Director Vraa noted that a large portion of the BI site is heavily wooded and has steep slopes which significantly reduces the development options of the site. It was also noted that the parcels of land owned by Gopher Smelting to the south were very heavily wooded, contained a portion of a pond and have very steep slopes. In conclusion, Director Vraa commented that the plans being reviewed do not represent the City's position, rather they show potential options for development of the site and/or options for a land exchange. It is believed that the issue of a land trade may create a problem because of the timing of this issue at the Legislature. Director Vraa commented that the City does not want to risk losing the property if a land swap would create delays or if the City were asked to withdraw their request for acquisition. John Tapper commented that Gopher Smelting is very interested in expanding onto the Borchert Ingersoll site however they are not excited about having ballfields so close to an industrial area, specifically a lead recovery operation, because of public perception. Mark Kutoff asked what the legal issues were relative to a land trade of tax forfeited property. Mike Ring responded that tax forfeited property reverts back to the County, however, because there are wetlands on this site the issue needs to be reviewed by the DNR for their recommendations. Once a public entity makes a declaration to acquire a tax forfeited property, it is pulled off the market for one year. If the City would want to change the acquisition of the Borchert Ingersoll property, i.e. include a land trade, etc., they would have to withdraw their current request before it goes to the Legislature, Mr. Ring continued. q. Stephanie Warne stated that tax forfeited land can be exchanged with other land, however, the Attorney General's office has stated that tax forfeited land is to be sold in the same way it was acquired; i.e., if the two parcels that make up the Borchert Ingersoll property are acquired together, they must be disposed of/sold the same way. It was noted that land swaps had occurred in the past. Mark Kutoff asked if a land swap could be done in this case. Stephanie stated she was not sure since this was a very complicated issue and the process could be very time consuming. John Kuehn stated that Gopher Smelting had looked at the statutes and talked about the possibility of the subdivision process to make a land exchange work. Mike Ring responded that even if the land could be subdivided, it would have been taken for public use and would have to remain as such. The City is acquiring the property from the State and County and it cannot be transferred without Legislative approval. In response to a question as to what the DNR's involvement is in this situation, Stephanie responded that although the DNR has no ownership interest in the land, because of the wetlands on site, the DNR makes recommendations to the House and Senate but the Legislature makes the final decision on land acquisition of tax forfeited property. John Tapper asked when the DNR would be making a recommendation relative to the BI property. Stephanie responded that a letter has been completed recommending that the City of Eagan acquire the property. John Kuehn stated they agreed with the proposal in general, however, they want to modify it slightly. Can a change be worked out? Mr. Kuehn also expressed his concern that this change will stop the process and understands that the City does not want to see that happen. Director Vraa agreed stating that there has already been a large commitment by the City to this site including environmental research and testing, pending payment of $30,000 in back taxes and the need to clean up the site. The clean-up process has started and it is hoped that with the Yankee Doodle Road project, there may be some excess fill which would be beneficial at the BI site. Although the City has plans in place to begin clean-up of the site, it would be risky to continue work without ownership. In an effort to attempt to see what options might be available for a land trade, John Tapper asked if the State could swap the land with Gopher Smelting. Mike Ring responded that when this request came through the County there were some questions as to why the County had not acquired this parcel of land. Apparently they had not identified a use for this particular property, Mike continued. Director Vraa stated that many people were concerned with what was buried on the site, but the City did extensive research and have had all the necessary inspections by county and state agencies and were comfortable enough with the results to proceed with acquisition of the land. Stephanie Warne asked Gopher Smelting why they had not attempted to buy the property before going into tax forfeiture if their intent was to expand their business to this site. Mark Kutoff responded that they had a purchase agreement with the previous owner but it was never signed. John Tapper added that they were aware the property was going tax forfeit but did not know the process or timing. Mike Miller, Land Exchange Expert for DNR, joined the meeting to see if he could clarify some of the questions still unanswered by the group. Stephanie explained that what Gopher Smelting was attempting to do was have the BI parcel subdivided to allow the transfer of Gopher Smelting property with water on it for a piece of the subdivided BI property with no water on it. Mr. Miller reiterated that the parcel has to be disposed of in the same way it was acquired. As a point of clarification, Mr. Miller stated that Gopher Smelting would be receiving a non-riparian parcel for a riparian piece of property. Mike Ring added that the intent of a subdivision would be to preserve the water but to create a non-water parcel. Mr. Miller clarified that a criteria of importance is that the land being received would need to equal, for state benefit, the land that was being traded. 2 In response to a question regarding the timing to subdivide or provide for a land trade, Mr. Miller stated the process would be that an appraisal would need to be done on both properties in which they would need to be equal in value, a public hearing would need to occur relative to the land swap, the County Attorney would need to do a title opinion which would then need to be reviewed by the Attorney General followed by a review by the Land Exchange Board which meets quarterly. The complete package would need to be received and reviewed six weeks prior to the quarterly hearing, Mr. Miller continued. Director Vraa asked if this could be done before April 1, 1995. Mr. Miller stated that March is the next Land Exchange Board meeting and felt it would be highly unlikely that the review required for a land swap or subdivision (if determined by the Attorney General that it could occur) could be completed prior to the March review. Mr. Miller also explained that after the appraisals were completed, if the public land was of greater value than the private land being traded, the acceptance of money for the difference would be prohibited. Director Vraa clarified what the appraisal would cover the highest and best use zoning. Mike Ring concurred stating it would be at fair market value. Mark Kutoff stated that a recent appraisal of the lots to the south of the BI property reflect they are worth, more than the portion of the BI property being proposed for trade. John Kuehn again asked if tax forfeited land can be subdivided. Stephanie responded that the State can legislate the sale of tax forfeited land, but the County would have to purchase it. John Tapper responded to a comment by Mr. Vraa that the City is interested in acquiring fill from the Yankee Doodle Road upgrade. He stated that he had asked the County for the excess dirt and they had responded that none was available. He also stated that Gopher Smelting had been promised excess fill when Yankee Doodle Road was expanded. Director Vraa commented that he had only recently heard that there may be fill available. After reviewing some of the land swap scenarios, Mike Ring asked if the City of Eagan would be willing to withdraw their proposal in order to work on further negotiations. However, Mr. Ring cautioned, if the City does withdraw their proposal and the land reverts back to Dakota County, it is very likely the County will keep it for it's own use/development. At this point, the County has already approved the acquisition of the Borchert Ingersoll property by the City of Eagan to the Legislature. Stephanie Warne added that everything is in place currently for this acquisition to move ahead and once the City has the property, a piece cannot be carved out of it. Mr. Ring stated that it appears the issue of subdivision is unclear. Stephanie responded that the Statute states the land cannot be sold. Director Vraa added that in order to subdivide it would require the approval of the Attorney General and then Legislative action. Mr. Tapper asked (assuming a subdivision can occur) if the City was interested in the land to the south of the Borchert Ingersoll property. Vraa responded that the question is being reviewed at this time. The Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission has asked that this issue be researched to see if the land to the south could benefit the existing site while determining what impact the loss of athletic facilities would have if the portion of land Gopher Smelting is interested in is exchanged. Ken continued that the City Council is not aware of the latest interest expressed by Gopher Smelting to exchange land but the Commission has asked that options be explored with this parcel of land. There appears to be no reason for the City to say no to a land trade at this point, however there is a need to review the potential loss of fields. After further discussion, it was concluded that nothing could proceed until an opinion from the Attorney General was obtained to determine the legality of subdividing or trading a portion of tax forfeited land in this particular situation. Stephanie agreed to work with Andy Tourville in the Attorney General's office to see if some conclusions could be obtained so that everyone could proceed how they deem best. 3 John Tapper asked if the bill had been introduced. Mike Ring responded that Jack Ditmore, Legislative Liaison, is working to get support for the bill. Director Vraa added that the City is working with an existing neighboring property owner to work out some overland runoff issues. There is an attempt being made to provide for ponding to mitigate the runoff and the parties are anxious to move forward with the ponding near the Borchert Ingersoll site. johnTapper asked if this issue was moving on to the Legislature. Stephanie responded that there still is some time before the final recommendation letter from the DNR would be sent. Mr. Tapper expressed his preference to making sure all the issues were completely understood before this is sent on to the Legislature. Mark Kutoff commented that they want to keep this away from the Legislature until a trade can occur, but if it goes to the Legislature, they will have to pursue other options for their best interest. The meeting was concluded with the understanding that the attorneys present would follow up with Stephanie and the Attorney General's office to determine the legality and possibility of a land exchange or subdivision of the tax forfeited Borchert Ingersoll property. After the meeting concluded, Mike Ring commented that if this issue does not get to the Legislature for any reason, there is no doubt in his mind that the County will retain this parcel for it's own use. If this occurs, it is highly unlikely that Gopher Smelting would be able to acquire any of the Borchert Ingersoll property for expansion. 4 E:] MEMO city of eagan DATE: JANUARY 18, 1995 TO: KEN VRAA FROM: CHERRYL MESKO SUBJECT: BORCHERT INGERSOLL PROPERTY Ken, Mike Ring called this morning at 10:20 am to give us an update on the Borchert Ingersoll property. He stated that the Attorney General has opined that the eastern portion of the property can be subdivided into two parcels. The City can then acquire the three parcels, convey one to Gopher Smelting or Gopher Smelting can acquire the subdivided portion of the easterly parcel. In order to accomplish the above, Mike indicated the Legislature would have to authorize the subdivision prior to the City acquiring the property. It is feasible (perhaps not realistic) for both issues to appear at the next Legislative session. The City would be required to make the request of the County to change the acquisition criteria and then follow through with the DNR, subdivision process, mylars, introduce a new bill, etc. prior to proceeding to the Legislature. If this can all be completed, then both the subdivision request and the acquisition can be facilitated during the next Legislative session. If the timing is such that all the work cannot be completed, the subdivision request would need to go to the Legislature this year and the acquisition in 1996. Mike commented that the City really needs to determine what their interest and investment will be in this property. If they determine that they can subdivide this parcel to accommodate an Eagan business, and still benefit from the property, they may want to proceed. The City needs to be aware of the requirements to proceed with the subdivision process in that they will be responsible for all costs and submissions required. Mike also commented that the City will need to find someone locally to Introduce the bill to the Legislature. I asked Mike what the County's position was on this proposal; would they want to re- acquire the property if the City requests this type of change. He commented that the County would only express that interest if the City withdrew it's current request. They do not view the proposed change as a withdrawal. As Mike so politely concluded; the ball is in our park. c3#nIcahy.B1 f. city of eagan MEW, DATE: FEBRUARY 6, 1995 TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUBJECT: JOINT COUNCIL/APRNRC MEETING HOLZ FARM PROPERTY It would be appropriate for the Council/Commission to have a general discussion on Holz Farm and its future now that the City has acquired the property. While there has been a number of ideas advanced as to how the property might be used, it would be appropriate for the Council to determine who should advise them on a course of action in determining how it will be programmed. Some questions to help you: 1. Who should provide input/advice to the City Council on the farm? ¦ Advisory Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission • A newly formed group of citizens ¦ A foundation ¦ Historical Committee 2. What is the involvement of volunteers/citizens in the farm? How is this channeled into a production effort? 3. What is the public process for program development? Timeline? 4. Are there any expectations of the Council for this property? 5. Is there a separate budget for the park or simply a program run within the existing Parks and Recreation budget? 6. Is there a need to bring in a consultant to advise on the preservation of the farm? c34olnt hfz /11 city of eagan MEMO DATE: DECEMBER 7, 1994 TO: TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION SUBJECT: HOLZ FARM PARK FORMATION OF FRIENDS OF HOLZ FARM PARK BACKGROUND With the proposed acquisition of the Holz Farm property, there has been recent publicity both positive and encouraging. As a result of that publicity, the Department has received several calls and letters from residents expressing their willingness to participate in the restoration and operation of the property. In order to capitalize on this interest, it might be appropriate for the City Council to quickly structure an organization or committee to foster preservation and program development for this site. GENERALIDEAS Following are some general ideas the City Council, and perhaps the community, could refine. Perhaps the City Council would wish to create the "Holz Farm Heritage and Preservation Center" with acommitee to assess the existing facility and analyze future preservation, restoration and program development. The organization of the committee might be done by appointment or by asking for volunteers from the community. Both have their advantages, both have their disadvantages. The Council may also wish to consider whether there should be a Council liaison person on this committeee along with member(s) of the Advisory Parks Commission. It would also be advisable to give the committee, a charge or purpose for the work they are to accomplish. . Is it the Council's vision to have this committee ongoing? Is the scope of their work broad and longer enduring or is it the Council's expectation that their work be to make recommendations on how to get started. Creation of a "Friends of the Farm Foundation" could also be considered by the City Council. The creation might come later in the life cycle of Holz Farm, as an option to help gifts, pledges for financial support for the operation of this farm property. Perhaps this is an issue for the above-mentioned Committee to consider. It might be advantageous for the City to consider registration of this site with the State Historical Society. The City may wish to proceed with this at this time, in hopes of making it eligible for future grants or maybe this is another charge for the "Citizen Committee" to investigate. / . HOLZ FARM PARK PAGE 2 SUMMATION The positive publicity from this community in regards to Holz Farm Park presents an opportune time for the City Council to Involve citizens in preservation and promotion of the Farm. Staff has received numerous calls and letters already stating people's willingness to particiapte in some phase of a project. The Council may wish to consider the formation of a citizens committee, In some form, to foster the spirit of community Involvement. The Council should consider varioujltematives providing staff with some direction as to how to proceed and when to proceed. I will be looking forward to Council discussion and brainstorming regarding to the Holz Farm property. Perhaps this is something the Council wishes to do with the Advisory Commission or Independent of the Commission. dl :holzform /b. T TRUST F 0 R ?UBLIC LAND "I' conserving Land for People December 9, 1994 Ken Vraa Eagan Parks and Recreation 3830 Pilot Knob Road Eagan, MN 55122 Dear Mr. Vraa, We understand that you are considering a bond referendum campaign to fund the purchase of land to be preserved as open space. The Trust for Public Land is interested in working with you on this effort. This letter is intended as a brief introduction to our services; more detailed information is attached. TPL is a national, nonprofit land conservation organization that works with public agencies to help communities achieve their park and open space acquisition goals. Over the last twenty-three years, TPL has facilitated the preservation of over 1,000 open space properties, worth just under $1 billion, ranging from urban parks to pristine wilderness. TPL serves as a third-party buyer in these transactions. For public agencies, TPL acquires and packages properties for public purchase. For landowners, TPL is often able to satisfy their timing, tax and cash needs faster, confidentially and with more flexibility than the public agency. Plus, TPL is not "the city", so we start without the burden of landowner experiences with assessments and the like. TPL can provide assistance to the agency in identifying and securing funding, and providing options for financing over time. TPL can coordinate multiple funding sources as well as bridge timing problems. TPL also handles details of the real estate transaction including appraisals, title review and environmental reviews. Working with cities who are using bond campaigns for funding, we like to option properties in advance of the campaign, so people know what they are voting to preserve. This also provides accurate information on property costs. We are also available to help on the campaign itself, by sharing our local and national knowledge and resources. The Trust for Public Land `idwest Region 0 North Fifth Street ite 865 Minneapolis, MN 55401 (612) 338,8494 Fax (612) 338-8467 In 1992 TPL established the Green Cities Initiative, a commitment to increasing open space in twelve cities, including the Twin Cities. This work includes working with local governments and community groups to inventory remaining open space and select priorities for preservation; optioning properties in advance of local bond campaigns; and facilitating a major state/metro/local funding initiative of at least $150 million. TPL is currently doing the acquisitions funded by Maplewood's successful $5 million open space referendum. Perhaps the best reason to consider working with TPL is that we make projects happen. TPL has been a valued partner in land conservation projects with landowners and public agencies at all levels of government in nearly all the states across the country. Your Advisory Commission on Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources has done an impressive amount of work in inventorying and evaluating your remaining open space. TPL would be pleased to work with you on an acquisition program and bond campaign, which we believe is likely to be very successful. This is an excellent time of year to be talking with landowners because of the combination of tax time and the chance for families to be together over the holidays. I am looking forward to discussing this with you or others at your convenience. Sincerely, Lisa Kugler Project Manager ENC: if 14 THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND Transaction Services Fact Sheet Working with TPL The Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a national nonprofit land conservation organization founded in 1972 to protect land for the public's use and enjoyment. TL's goal is to conserve land for people, which it accomplishes through several programs Its principal program is acquiring lands suitable for open space and parks and conveyin them to public agencies for ownership and management. TPL also provides training and technical assistance to citizens, land trusts and government agencies to strengthen th land conservation activities. TPL helps public agencies accomplish their land acquisition priorities. We respond the land conservation agenda of public agencies and the communities where people work and play. This fact sheet answers some of the common questions about how TPL works. How does TPL work with the government to protect land? TPL works with government agencies at their invitation or at the invitation of landowners to acquire land for conservation and public use. TPL provides valuable assistance in the following ways: Buying Time. Because of budgetary, staffing and legal constraints, public agencies are frequently not in a position to act when important parcels of land become available. In active real estate markets, timing is critical. As an independent private organization, TPL responds quickly to opportunities to secure land for conservation a "bridges" the gap between the time the land is available and the time public purchase possible. TPL brings extra hands and minds to assist over-extended government staff Complex Acquisition Challenges. Public agencies often do not have the time staffing capacity to work through complex acquisition issues. This is one of TPL's strengths. TPL's project staff is supported by financial and legal specialists with experience in sorting out the complexities of real estate transactions, such as those arising from title problems, disputed water rights, zoning uncertainties, hazardous w contamination and litigation. 1 /q. a Meeting Landowner Needs. TPL is experienced in structuring transactions to meet the special needs of landowners, such as life estates, annuities, and estate planning strategies. As an example, some landowners would rather be paid over time for their land than be paid in cash. TPL can structure a transaction to meet such a need while being able to convey the property to a public agency free of a mortgage or lien. TPL has the flexibility to work out arrangements that are beyond public agencies' legal authority, such as acquiring a corporation's stock in order to liquidate real estate holdings. Distressed Properties. Sales of distressed property sometimes present spectacular land conservation opportunities, but with special challenges: timing is critical, the sellers have little flexibility and the purchase process is sometimes beyond the legal authority of agencies. TPL is experienced in working with the owners of distressed property, such as trustees in bankruptcy, foreclosing lenders, and state and federal regulators. Making the Pieces Fit. A frequent problem in public land acquisition is that the desired parcel is part of a larger parcel or requires assembling a single parcel of land from individual owners of smaller properties. TPL can help make the pieces fit. TPL has demonstrated the experience and ability to acquire and subdivide land, allowing the sale to public agencies of the agencies' target lands. Similarly, TPL can act to meet agency acquisition programs by assembling independent parcels. TPL can make the pieces fit in other ways. One example of this is removing buildings and improvements prior to sale to a public agency to meet the agency's requirements. Mobilizing Support. One of TPL's greatest contributions to conservation transactions is mobilizing public support for land acquisition. Grass roots support has many benefits, from raising funds to defray the cost of the land and its management, to lobbying legislators for appropriation of funds to make an acquisition. TPL lobbies actively at the federal and state levels for land acquisition and for the interests of public land acquisition agencies. How does TPL support itself? TPL is not a typical nonprofit organization in that it has no membership and thus no support from dues. About 60% of TPL's financial support comes from landowners who sell property to TPL. Willing sellers of land having scenic, recreation, historic or wilderness value often choose to sell their land to TPL at a price below market value, in order to allow TPL to use the proceeds for organizational support. In addition, instead 2 IL of making a donation of land value, some landowners provide support by making donations of cash or paying TPL for its services. The balance of TPL's support comes from contributions, grants, interest and income. . TPL's ability to secure much of its support through transactions allows TPL keep its administrative overhead costs to a minimum and to devote maximum resour directly to land conservation efforts. Less than fifteen percent of TPL's income goes fundraising and administration. How much do agencies pay for land sold by TPL? It is TPL's policy to sell land to public agencies at fair market value, as established by an appraisal performed by an outside appraiser to the agency's standai and approval. Typically, TPL does not request reimbursement for any of its costs. acquires land in its own name. It does not operate as a broker or as an agent of governmental agencies. TPL assumes all the risks and liabilities of land ownership, well as the costs associated with buying, owning and selling land. to This arrangement allows TPL to meet its financial needs while assuring public agencies that they are paying no more than a property is worth. Sow does TPL work with landowners? TPL presents itself to landowners as an independent conservation organization seeks to acquire land for resale to public agencies. Where possible, TPL seeks a donation of land value or cash to fund TPL's activities. TPL acts as a principal, and as anyone else's agent. Confidentiality is a hallmark of TPL's work with landowners It places landowners at ease and assures an environment hospitable to a conservation land transaction. It is TPL's policy to preserve the confidentiality of its dealings witt landowners. Why would a landowner sell to TPL rather than to the government? In fact, the large majority of landowners do sell directly to government agenci and there is no need for assistance by groups like TPL. TPL focuses on those land opportunities that public agencies cannot promptly act upon. 3 it, When priority lands come up for sale, public agencies often do not have the funding in place to purchase them. Landowners may be unwilling or unable to wait out the process, and the opportunity to protect public resources can be lost. As an independent public-interest organization, TPL can provide timely commitments to landowners in order to keep their lands off the private market until acquisition by a permanent steward, such as a county park district or a federal agency, is possible. How does TPL use the revenues from its transactions? TPL uses the financial supporrfrom transactions and from general fundraising to acquire other properties throughout the country, to meet day-to-day operating expenses, to fund its education and outreach programs, and to provide a prudent reserve fund. In 1991, 85% of TPL's land-saving revenues went directly to its land saving work and educational programs. An example of TPL's outreach is its work in establishing and training land trusts, citizen based nonprofit organizations saving land on a local or regional basis. TPL has started 164 land trusts and worked with over 300 others in the past 20 years. Less than 15% of TPL's revenues have gone for administration and fundraising. The Chronicle of Philantrophy recently rated TPL among the leanest, most efficient fundraising organizations of 20 national conservation organizations studied. The October, 1991 issue of Forbes magazine rated TPL a 96% on its Fundraising Efficiency Index. Forbes also gave TPL a 84% on its Program Commitment Index. This statistic shows that TPL is committing 84% of its revenues to its land protection program. TPL has no shareholders. As a nonprofit organization, all of its earnings must be dedicated to its exempt functions. TPL's financial statements are publicly available. For more information, please contact: The Trust for Public Land Midwest Regional Office 420 North 5th Street, Suite 865 Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 4 ®t . T H E TRUST F 0 R OUBLIC AND The Trust for Public Land ---- FACT SHEET Conserving Land for People Mission The Trust for Public Land (TPL) is a private, nonprofit land conservation organization that works nationwide to conserve land for people. Founded in 1972, the Trust for Public Land special es in conservation real estate, applying its expertise in negotiation, public finance, and law to pro ect land for public use. Working with private landowners, communities, and government agen ies, TPL has helped protect more than 1,000 special places nationwide .for people to enjoy as pa , playgrounds, community gardens, recreation areas, historic landmarks, and wilderness lands. Green Cities Initiative TPL is working in cities and metropolitan communities around the country, supporting local efforts to create parks and protect endangered open spaces. Through the Green Cities Initiative, T L has initially targeted 12 cities where opportunities, leadership, and community commitment coa sce to undertake a comprehensive land acquisition and park improvement program: Atlanta, Georgia Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota Austin, Texas New York, New York Baltimore, Maryland Portland, Oregon Boston, Massachusetts Providence, Rhode Island Cleveland, Ohio San Francisco Bay Area, California Los Angeles, California Seattle, Washington TPL's Green Cities Initiative aims to increase public awareness of the vital role of parks and pen space in the quality of urban life, generate funding to create, improve and maintain urban p , and protect public open spaces that preserve and celebrate a city's unique. heritage. TPL Services Working with federal, state, county and municipal governments, and business, civic, and neighborhood organizations, TPL provides: • Interim site protection • Assistance with real estate transactions and finance • Information and technical support on public finance campaigns for new public land • Independent negotiations with landowners • Bridge financing through revolving funds, loans, and lease-purchase agreements • Planning assistance and help identifying opportunities for parks and land protectior • Effective public education campaigns to mobilize support for parks and open space The Trust for Public Land -'tional Office New Montgomery -urth Floor (over) San Francisco, CA 94105 (415) 495-4014 Fax (415) 495-4103 ' .. Land Conservation TPL has protected over 800,000 acres of land valued at more than $900 million in 43 states and • Canada. TPL has also worked with over 300 of the nation's 1,100 land trusts. These local nonprofit organizations currently protect approximately 4.1 million acres nationwide. TPL's National Land Counselor Program offers intensive training for land trusts in conservation real estate transactions. Project Highlights Monroe School (site of Brown v. Board of Ed. decision), Topeka, Kansas, 1993 Walden Woods, Concord, Massachusetts, 1991-93 Southside Community Farm, Providence, Rhode Island, 1991 Denali National Park and Preserve, Alaska, 1991 Mountains to Sound Greenway Program, Washington, 1991 Senka Park, Chicago, Illinois, 1991 San Bruno Mountain, San Mateo, California, 1989 Kilauea Point National Wildlife Refuge, Kauai, Hawaii, 1988 Martin Luther King Historical District, Atlanta, Georgia, 1982-present Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area, Oregon and Washington, 1979-90 Lower East Side Community Gardens, New York, 1979 TPL Regional Offices Atlanta, Georgia (404) 873-7306 Austin, Texas (512) 478-4644 Baltimore, Maryland (410) 243-3698 Boston, Massachusetts (617) 737-0261 Costa Mesa, California (714) 557-2575 Los Angeles, California (310) 474-4466 Minneapolis, Minnesota (612) 338-8494 Morristown, New Jersey (201) 539-9191 New York, New York (212) 677-7171 Norwich, Vermont (802) 649-3611 Portland, Oregon (503) 228-6620 Sacramento, California (916) 557-1673 San Francisco, California (415) 495-5660 Santa Fe, New Mexico (505) 988-5922 Seattle, Washington (206) 587-2447 South Miami, Florida (305) 667-0409 Tallahassee, Florida (904) 422-1404 Washington, D.C. (202) 543-7552 National Office: (415) 495-4014 San Francisco, California 1-800-714-LAND President Martin J. Rosen 4kl? ._ city of eagan DATE: . FEBRUARY 9, 1995 TO: CITY COUNCIL ADVISORY PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES CO FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION DOROTHY PETERSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION C.J. LILLY, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTIPARKS PLANNER SUBJECT: MN. DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES; LOCAL GRANT OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT APPLICATIONIHOLZ FARM BACKGROUND The City has a history of success in the acquisition of Local Grants. Blackhawk Northview athletic fields and Thomas Lake Park are examples. Preliminary inquiry with a grants manager at the DNR has created optimism that I may qualify for consideration for funding in the Outdoor Recreation Grant category. Time frames for grant applications are: Application requests by March 1, 1995; by May 1, 1995. ISSUES The following issues are presented for Council and Commission discussion: MEMO ISSION Park, Farm 1. Acquisition of Holz Farm is very recent. Energies of staff, Commission and Council been directed toward that acquisition. None of the following have been developed: a. Plans of action to secure, protect and preserve the farm buildings as is. b. Decision whether to pursue professional assistance with historic analysi for possibly registry with National or State historical societies. c. Decision whether to pursue professional assistance for structural analysis. This would determine not only the condition of the buildings but also identify a ye r to which restoration could be achieved. d. Program statements defining how the farm will be used. e. Capital Improvement Budget; Holz Farm is not currently on the City's five CIP. 2. Pursuit of an Outdoor Recreation Grant would require identification of matching ag. 3. The Department of Natural Resources reports that the availability of funds for Local Grants will not be known until the end of the 1995 legislative session. In addition, the governor recommends zero dollars for the local grant program. DISCUSSION Staff met informally with F.J. Sabongi, Historic Preservation Specialist from Short Eliott Hendrickson Inc. Walk-through inspection was made of the Holz Farm house and several out buildings. Access to the barn was blocked due to snow and ice restricting the door. Staff utilized the walk through as a listening, questioning and learning expedition. Mr. Sabongi has provided the City with ' a written report which addresses the issues identified in this memorandum. In addition, estimates of professional fees for various phases of a potential restoration project are outlined. Mr. Sabongi's recommendation is that the site be cleaned up and secured. Tools, implements and other artifacts that are outdoors should be moved indoors. Windows should be covered to prevent moisture from invading. Security lighting should be planned. Finally,,to secure the site, chain link fencing round the perimeter of the farm should be considered. Staff is of the opinion that this attracts people rather than keeps them away. The historical and structural analysis have one primary objective. If the farm is found to merit National or State Historical Society registry, restoration grant funding from historical societies and private foundations is more readily forthcoming. The program statements for the farm would guide its ultimate level of restoration and use by the community. This phase would incorporate work with a local steering committee. Placement of Holz Farm on the five year CIP would assist with the current consideration for application for an Outdoor Recreation Grant. In addition, a restoration completion date of the year 2000 or beyond could be identified. Estimated consultant costs that can be reviewed at this time are: • Preliminary research and registration evaluation • Structural analysis and evaluation • Re-use study Subtotal Estimates of other costs; incurred only if historic registry is possible. • Historic structures report • Historic American building survey documentation 3,500.00 Subtotal Total Consultant Fees Estimates for actual site development have not been developed at this time. $ 2,500.00 4,850.00 15,000.00 $22,350.00 $12,500.00 $16,000.00 FOR COUNCIUCOMMISSION ACTION The Council/Commission should approve or deny the submission of an application to the Department of Natural Resources for an Outdoor Recreation Grant in the amount of $ for the outlined preliminary phases for the development of Holz Farm. Further, adoption of the attached resolution is appropriate. KV:cm 4