05/16/2005 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
AGENDA .
ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION Central Park Playground
EAG INNES TA Site Options
6:00 p.m.
Commission Orientation
Eagan Room
Monday, May 16, 2005
7:00 PM
Eagan Municipal Center
City Council Chambers
A. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance 7:00 pm
B. Approval of Agenda 7:01 pm
C. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 18, 2005 7:02 pm
D. Visitors to be Heard 7:03 pm
E. Superintendent's Update and Department Happenings Pages 3-6 7:04 pm
F. Consent Agenda 7:14 pm
(1) Tan Me lst Addition Pages 7-8
G. Development Agenda 7:15 pm
H. Old Business 7:16 pm
J. New Business
(1) E-TAB Presentation - Coffee House Concept Page 9 7:17 pm
(2) Parks/Trails Dedication Reconsideration-Eagan Dental Pages 10-11 7:35 pm
K. Water Resources Update
(1) State of the Lake Report 7:50 pm
(2) Impaired Waters Program 8:00 pm
(3) Clean Water Legacy Bill and Proposed Funding Mechanism 8:15 pm
L. Other Business and Report
(1) Subcommittee Updates 8:30 pm
M. Round Table 8:35 pm
N. Adjournment 8:40 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 event. I fa notice of less than 96
hours is received, the City will attempt to provide the aids,
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ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
2005-2006 F-'" S
STAR-T
JOSEPH 1999 651-454-8442 (H) 5/2008
3033 Timberwood Trail (3 yr. 1999)
Eagan, M N 55121 (3 yr' 2002) I aril i no.com
(3 yr. 2005)
PHIL BBELFIORI 2002 651-905-0293 (H) 5/2006
3671 Canary Way (lyr. 2002) 763-287-7167 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr, 2003) pbelfiori@wsbeng.com
M GOBANNER 2001 651/454-5688 (H) 5/2007
2037 Flint Lane (3 yr. 2001)
Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2004) mrsmawo(a7usfamily.net
TERRY DAVIS 1997 651-452-2635 (H) 5/2006
4895 Safari Pass (3 yr. 1997) 651-310-8941 (W)
Eagan, MN 55122-2690 (3 yr. 2000) 452-2152 (Home fax)
(3 yr. 2003)
terry.davis(a tnaul.corn
TSP I A T 'aol.com (home)
N. MARK FILIPI May, 1997 651-602-1725 (W) 5/2007
836 Overlook Place (3 yr. 1998) 651-687-9866 (H)
(3 yr. 2001) mark. fllipi(ir2metc.state.mn.us
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2004)
DUANE L. HANSEN May, 2004 952-894-9228 (W) 5/2008
3911 Denmark Ave (1 yr. 2004) 651-687-9566 (H)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2005) hand0Qcomcast.net
MUHAMMED LOD May, 2004 952-278-2629 (W) 5/2007
4361 Bear Path Trail (3 yr. 2004) 651-686-5273 (H)
Eagan, MN 55122 m lodhi@-hotrnail.com
DOROTHY PETERSON 2000 651-454-6532 (H) 5/2006
4337 Sequoia Drive (3 yr. 2000)
Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2004) norsk4337@iuno.com
RICHARD PLETC R 2001 651-687-9177 (H) 5/2008
1074 Northview Park (1 yr. 2001)
Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2002) richard.pletcherausare-emh2.armv.mil
(3 yr. 2005)
RYAN ZIPF (alternate) April 2005 651-686-2958 (H) 5/2006
4721 Pebble Beach Way 651-281-1275 (W)
Eagan, MN 55123 rdzipf(a?hotmail.com
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L,,-.. an CZy Staff E- Mail,
cmesko@ci eagan.mn.us polson@ci.eagan.mn.us jasfahI@ci.eagan.mn.us
ghove@ci.eagan.mn.us emacbeth@ci.eagan.mn.us
Phone #651-675-5505 (Cherryl's # after 4:30 p.m.)
9-16-04
Eagan arks and Recreation one Number: 651-675-5500
Eagan Parks and Recreation Staff E- Mail
Administration:
C erryl Mesko c esko@ci.e ga . n. us
u1 Olson polson@ci.ea_qan.mn.us.
Jeff sf ! sfa I@cLe agan.mn..us
Forestry:
Gregg Hove ghove@ci.eaaan.mn.us
ter Resources:
Eric Macbeth emacbeth@ci.eaaan.mn.us
Recreation Staff'
Paula Nowariak pnowariak@ci.eagan.mn.us
Sonya Rippe srippe@ci.eaaan.mn.us
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Cathy Bolduc cbolduc@ci.eaganmn.us
Holly Champlin hchamviin@ci.eaqanmn.us
Colleen Callahan.ccallahan@ci.eaaan.mn.us
Cascade y:
Civic Arena:
Mark Vaughan vauclhan@ci.eaga . n.us
Community Center:
Sandy Breuer sbreuer@ci.eagan.mn.us
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ADVISORY COMMISSION
2005-06 MEETING SCHEDULE
May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr
NAME 16 20 18 15 19 17 14 19 12* 20 20 17
Joseph Bari
Phil Belfiori
Margo Danner
Terry Davis
N. Mark Filipi
Duane Hansen
Muhammed Lodhi
Dorothy Peterson
Richard Pletcher
Ryan Zipf
present O = absent O* = notified staff of absence prior to meeting
Recreation Sub-Committee Natural Resources Sub-Committee Acquisition/Development Sub-Committe
UPCOMING MEETINGS: OPEN ISSUES
Holz Farm NRHP Preliminary Evaluation
Parks Master Plan Review
Volunteer Recognition Methodology
PARK SYSTEM PLAN MEETINGS
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
FROM: PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
DATE: MAY 13, 2005
REMINDER: Commission Members should meet at the Eagan Community Center at 5:30 p.m. prepared to
walk through Central Park to consider potential locations for a future playground.
A Commission Orientation workshop will reconvene at approximately 6:00 p.m. at the
Municipal Center to introduce new members, review responsibilities and conduct the annual
organizational business; election of Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary, set meeting dates and
identify sub-committee members.
ITEM A: Call to order
ITEM B: Approval of agenda
ITEM C: Approval of minutes of April 18, 2005
ITEM D: Visitors to be Heard
ITEM E: Superintendent's Update and Department Happenings
Staff will review several items of interest to the Commission and community.
ITEM F: Consent Agenda
1. Background memo for the Tan Me lit Addition is enclosed for Commission review
and recommendation.
ITEM G: Development Proposals
There are no Development Proposals for the Commission to review.
ITEM H: Old Business
There are no Old Business items for the Commission to review.
ITEM I: New Business
1. The Eagan Teen Advisory Board will present their concept for a coffee house to be
incorporated into the Oasis Teen Center.
2. Eagan Dental is requesting a rebate of their parks and trails dedication. A background
memo is enclosed for Commission review and recommendation
ITEM J: Water Resources Update
I . Water Resources Coordinator Macbeth will provide additional information relative to
the State of the Lakes Report
2. Additional background information will be provided relative to the Impaired Waters
Program.
3. Coordinator Macbeth will provide an overview of the Clean Water Legacy Bill and
the proposed funding mechanism
ITEM K: Other Business and Reports
1. Subcommittees that have met since the April Commission meeting may wish to
update the Commission.
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ITEM L: Round Table
Any items of concern that might be placed on upcoming agendas or items of
interest will be identified.
ITEM M: Adjournment
As always, if you are not able to attend the meeting please contact Cherryl at 651-675-5505 as soon as
possible.
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DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
May x 2005
Recreation Division
• Summer is in full swing for the adult sports programs and concessions. Although the weather has been
cold, there have been no cancellations to this point.
• The next focus for adult sports is getting the fall information put together and out to teams by the
beginning of June for softball and the beginning of July for basketball, volleyball and touch football.
• On Saturday, May 7 more than 200 people attended the National Tennis Block Party held at Northview
Park tennis courts. The event was one of about 25 events taking place across the nation. Many people
were impressed with the variety of tennis programs and the site.
• The Eagan Fun Run is only days away. The Commons on Marice is sponsoring a vendor area for people
to get a variety of information about health and senior living.
• Sumner staff training will begin shortly after the Memorial Day weekend. All staff, regardless of area
they work with, will learn more about each other and the city policies on Thursday, June 2.
• A new pee wee tennis program, with three sessions, is already full for the spring and summer. Hopefully
this success will correlate with the entire summer program.
• Youth Athletic Assoc. programs are underway. Cooperation is excellent - cross associations assuring
wise and fair use of facilities.
• Friends of the Farm recently held their annual Spring Clean-up event - this year's event took place
simultaneously with the Eagan Garden Club plant sale. It was reported that the Garden Club had a
successful sale.
• The July 4th Fun Fest committee continues their work for towards a variety of event activities. The
committee focused this year on involving more organizations. The efforts have been fruitful, as several
new faces and organizations are now participating.
• The Eagan Art house is also gearing up for the Art Festival scheduled for June 25-26. They are
expecting over 120 artisans to be on display.
• Beginning this month, several tournament events are again this year taking place at Eagan facilities.
• Summer Recreation programs are almost here and all staff are hired. There are a total of 33 returning
staff and 5 new hires for a total of 38 staff.
• Staff training for Recreation Leaders and Recreation Assistants will begin on May 25 with Customer
Service Training. There are 5 other dates for training with topics including Policies & Procedures, Game
Leadership and Site Planning, Leadership Tools and Training, Handling difficult behaviors and First
Aid/CPR Training. We are using a variety of speakers including Cascade Bay staff for the first aid and
CPR training.
• Registrations are still available for a number of summer programs including: Eaganettes, Instructional
T-Ball and Summer in the Park.
• Camps are hot for this summer. A number of camps have reached their registration capacity, but a
variety of camps are still available for registration. Camps include the following names: Holz Farm
Camp, Kids Kraft, Sports Mania, Flight Academy, R.A.C.E. around Eagan Camp, School House Chess,
Critter Camp, Nature/Plant camp, Safety Camp, Snacking Sensations, Around the World, Scrap
Booking, Sketching, Painting, Book, Big Games, Camp Adventureland, Day Camp, Exploring the
Outdoors, Volleyball, Lacrosse and Cheerleading. For more information check out the Summer/Fall
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edition of the Discover brochure or www.ciiyofeagan.co
• Spring Preschool is wrapping up in the next few weeks. Track and Field Day Will be held at the
preschool sites on Wednesday and Thursday May 25 and 26.
• The annual year end family picnic for the preschool programs will take place on May 27. Last year over
300 hotdogs were served. While saying goodbye to the preschool friends is the main objective of our
get together, the staff would love to serve over 400 this year!
• Summer and fall preschool registration is currently underway. May opportunities for children ages 3-5
are offered. Parent/child classes are also available at this time.
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• Summer collaborative teen brochure has been delivered to ISD 196 teenagers.
• Middle School Dances continue to draw over 75 youth each month. These will continue throughout the
summer.
• Oasis staff are working on teen initiated and directed programs to include; Spanish nights, lacrosse,
dodgeball / open gym nights, ultimate Frisbee pick up games/league, afternoons for the middle schooler
to be and karaoke nights.
• Bring the Noise continues to draw local garage bands and youth. Our largest attendance was 97
students. Oasis staff made arrangements with ECC staff to access other facilities to help manage the
diverse ages it attracted.
• Youth Development collaborative programs after school have been going very well. 75 students
registered at Pilot Knob and 63 students at Glacier Hills registered in programs coordinated by Eagan
Parks and Recreation January through May.
• Recess being this summer with 7 park sites, community based field trips and puppet shows on Friday.
We are excited about this new program collaboration internally.
Communi Center
• The Guest Service Desk welcomes 4 new staff members - Melissa Otte, Lisa Fritze, Marykay Kelley
and Alex Phillips
• In April, the concession stand started opening new hours, 7:00am to noon on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
As of May 9d', this will increase to Monday through Thursday, 7-noon.
• There are new products now available at the concession stand, including healthier snacks - at continued
requests from customers. Those snacks include, carrots/dressing, string cheese, Lunchables, fruit, soup,
Jello-Cup, fruit cup and Dannon Light `N Fit smoothie drinks.
• A new group fitness schedule came out in April in which fewer classes are offered to reflect the trend of
less participation during the spring/summer months.
• A membership satisfaction survey was conducted April 7th - 20'h to get feedback from our members.
Approximately a 20% response was received from participants that came to our facility regularly during
that time.
• On April 19th Marshall Grange, Fitness Coordinator, attended a meeting as an Advisory Board member
for the Dakota County Technical College's Exercise Science Program to offer insight for the future of
the program.
• 102 Personal Training sessions were sold in the month of April compared to 72 last year.
• At the end of April we had 227 members participating in the Frequent Fitness Program
• Promotion of our 90 Day Summer Spectacular took place in April through many mediums.
• May 2nd was the start of our 90 Day Summer Spectacular. Our first day we yielded 13 new
memberships.
• A new Fitness Attendant has joined our team. Paul Erie will be working Mondays and every other
Wednesday.
• Dave Elbon from Eagan/Bumsville cable was out to shoot video of people working out at the
Community Center for promotional commercials on cable.
• May 21st is the Eagan Fun Run in which Denise (instructor/personal trainer) will be leading a warm-
up/stretching for all runners. We will also have other volunteers at a water table.
• May 25th is National Senior Health & Fitness Day. We will be providing exercise options for seniors
that morning along with a presentation on how to live "well" after their "healthy" pot luck.
• A new membership form is being created which will condense everything onto one form vs. the current
3 forms.
• Plans will be under way to implement the Blueprint for Health Program offered through Blue Cross
Blue Shield, which is similar to our Health Partners Frequent Fitness Program.
• In May, we welcomed two new Managers on Duty: Mike Kabakov and Kerry Phillips.
• On May 13th, the Community Center will host its seventh overnight party for a high school group from
Minnehaha Academy.
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• There will be four wedding receptions held at the Community Center in May.
• On May 27`s, the Red Cross will hold a Memorial Day blood drive at the Community Center.
• There are currently 42 birthday parties scheduled for May.
• There will be over 60 meetings held at the Community Center in May.
Cascade Bay
• Staff has been preparing for upcoming training sessions.
• Pool Restoration project is close to scheduled completion. Any Change Orders could delay the project
and possible delays in the opening day.
• Passes, group sales and birthday parties are still trickling in, warm weather will assist with the sales.
• New Sand play features have been ordered and will be installed before the park opens.
• Contract with Harris Companies has been signed to be the contractor to assist with mechanical
operations. Auqalogic was hired to supply chemical for the Pool this summer.
• All seasonal staff has been hired for the summer.
Civic Arena
• The Eagan Skating School along with the Eagan Ice Crystals figure skating club presented the annual
spring ice shows on May 7`h. There were over 80 participants that performed before near capacity
crowds at Ipm and 6:30 pm.
• The Civic Arena was also host the MN judo tournament on the East Turf the same day as the ice show.
The promoter was pleased with the facility and is making arrangements with staff to return next year.
• Other events hosted at the Civic Arena this spring were: 2 arms shows, 1 craft show, Karate
Tournament, job fair and annual Home show.
• Upcoming events, Mech Wars on May 21 and 22, Lacrosse Tournament on May 20-22, Jose Cole
Circus May 25 and 26th.
• Ice was removed from the West Arena on May 9th.
• Staff has been shifted to Cascade Bay. A seasonal staff member, John Riech, was hired to assist with
the Civic Arena for the summer operations.
Parks Division
• Two students from the School of Environmental Studies in Apple Valley are cooperating with Water
Resources, Parks Planning, and Parks Maintenance staffs to construct a small rainwater garden in Trapp
Farm Park. The project will help to fulfill the students' senior graduation requirements while providing a
way to minimize impacts of stormwater runoff to the volleyball beach area next to Schwarz Lake.
• An Eagle Scout candidate is working with Water Resources, Forestry, and Park Planning staffs to
establish a naturally landscaped area alongside the small wetland between the parking lot and Thomas
Lake beach at Thomas Lake Park. The area will include wetland edge plants, small woody shrubs, and
other vegetation that is suitable between the native prairie of the park and the wetland. A low-
maintenance trail will meander through the area.
• Water Resources Coordinator Eric Macbeth joined others from the Dakota County
Recycling/Environmental Program for Earth Day presentations April 22 at Rahn Elementary School.
His presentation was on city watersheds and land use activities that affect lakes and ponds. A plaster
watershed model helped demonstrate to students that what we do on the land affects our water bodies.
• In anticipation of adoption tomorrow by the Council of a Proclamation of Eagan Lakes Appreciation
Month (June), the following lake-related activities are occurring next month:
1. June: Sunfish spawning, turtles nesting
2. June 4: Eagan Parks and Recreation Youth Fishing Clinic (ages 9-13) at Blackhawk Lake
3. June 6-10 and June 20-24: City monitors long-term lake water quality
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4. June 15 - August 31: ongoing City lakeweed harvesting program
5. June 15: City showcases lake water quality program to other Metro Area cities
6. June 15: Gun Club Lake Watershed Management Organization meeting
7. June 15: Fish Lake Neighbors discuss forting lake association
8. June 21 (tentative): Moonshine Park Shoreline Habitat Improvement Project dedication
9. June 25 - July 17: Great North American Secchi Dip-In (volunteer water clarity monitoring)
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Date: May 13, 2005
Agenda Item: F-1; Tan Me 1" Addition
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City of Eagan Information
X 1. Location Map
Parks and Recreation E Attachments
2. Existing Conditions
3. Preliminary Plat
4. Tree Preservation Plan
5. Concept Site Plan
AGENDA ITEM: F-1; TAN ME 1ST ADDITION
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF
ITEM OVERVIEW: Review the parks dedication, trails dedication, tree preservation, water quality and
wetlands issues that pertain to the Tan Me 1St Addition development
ACKGROUND/HIS'ORY:
Appro Development is requesting approval of a Preliminary Subdivision of 2.58 acres to
create two lots, and a Variance to create a parcel without public street frontage, on property
located at 3275 Sun Drive, in the SE t/4 of Section 8.
The property was first platted in 1964 as part of Lot 7, Sibley Terminal Industrial Park.
In 1995, Lot 7 was subdivided into three lots as Tan Me Industrial Park, the subject property
is Lot 2, now proposed for further subdivision.
An existing building is located on the western portion of the property. The vacant eastern
portion of the property contains a wooded area. Access to the site is provided from Terminal
Drive via a private street, Sun Drive, which serves a few other parcels. Because the site does
not directly abut a public street, a Variance is necessary to create a lot without public street
frontage. The lack of public street frontage for the subject site is an existing condition that is
unique to the property.
The proposed subdivision creates two lots. Lot 1 is proposed to be 1.4 acres in area and
contains the existing 20,000 sq. ft. building. Lot 2 is proposed to be 1.2 acres in area and is
vacant. The concept plan for future development shows a 15, 363 sq. ft. building and
associated parking on proposed Lot 2.
PARKS AND TRAILS DEDICATION:
The park and trail dedication was satisfied at the time of the original platting. No additional
dedication is required.
TREE PRESERVATION:
Tree preservation issues will be handled at the time of building permit application.
WATER QUALITY/WETLANDS:
This proposed 2.6-acre subdivision is located in the City's C-watershed, which drains toward
Gravel Pit Lake in Fort Snelling State Park. Similar to other developments, regardless of size,
this development will generate additional stormwater runoff within the City. Because this
development is relatively small, however, on-site treatment of stormwater for water quality
purposes is not reasonable and practical. Nevertheless, in accordance with the policies the City
has had in place since 1990, the development is responsible for a cash dedication equal to the
cost of the land and pond volume needed to reduce phosphorus export to undeveloped
conditions.
There are no jurisdictional wetlands associated with this site.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
A cash dedication in lieu of on-site water quality ponding should be required for this
development.
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Date: May 13, 2005
Agenda Item: J-1; E-TAB Presentation
Action
City of Eagan Information x
Parks and Recreation E Attachments X 1. Business Plan
AGENDA ITE : J-1; E-TAB PRESENTATION - COFFEE HOUSE CONCEPT
TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
PREPARED BY: COLLEEN CALLA N, YOUTH DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR
ITEM OVERVIEW: Eagan Teen Advisory Board presentation fora coffee/beverage bar concept addition
to the Oasis.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY:
The Eagan Teen Advisory Board has been researching methods for building teen interest in
utilizing the teen center and enhancing revenue potential. They have determined through personal
interest, peer surveys (over 300), interviews, conversations with peers and visits to coffee shops
that a coffee/beverage bar would be a wonderful addition to the Oasis.
The Teen Advisory Board will present their concept and outline their business plan and
marketing strategies that incorporate teen interests with those of the community center by
enhancing services to the customers.
SUMMARY:
The intention of this presentation is to provide information, obtain suggestions for improvements
and ask for support to turn concepts into a reality.
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EAGAN TEEN ADVISORY BOARD
REVISED 4/4/05
lb"'USINESS PLAN
EXPANDING THE OASIS SERVICES TO
INCLUDE A COFFEE f BEVERAGE BAR
BBUSINESS PLAN
EXPANDING THE OASIS SERVICES TO INCLUDE A
COFFEE / BEVERAGE BAR
COMPANY SUMMARY
Eagan Teen Advisory Board is a volunteer youth empowerment board working to ensure a teen
voice is represented in the community. The board is active in the operations of the teen center, teen
program development, surveying their peers and developing services through volunteering to
enhance the community. This specific concept is designed to add to the services and atmosphere of
the Oasis and the Community Center.
CORPORATE OBJECTIVES
One-year: 1) Open a coffee / beverage bar in the Oasis, the Eagan Teen Center.
Five-year:
1) Realize a revenue source that supports the activities of the teen center and
teen programming. The goal is not to recover all of the costs associated
with these operations (teen center/programs), just help support them.
2) Recover costs of operating the coffee / beverage bar during non-teen
center hours.
3) Enhance the atmosphere of the teen center to reflect the interests of the
teen population.
4) Enhance the atmosphere and services of the Eagan Community Center.
BUSINESS STRUCTURE
The Eagan Teen Advisory Board is a volunteer board who provides a voice for teen
perspectives. However the daily operations of the coffee / beverage bar would fall under the
management of the concessions provided by the Eagan Community Center and the Eagan Teen
Center Supervisory staff. The service would be a branch of concessions service based in the Oasis.
STORE LOCATIONS
The Oasis teen center located in the Eagan Community Center, 1501 Central Parkway, Eagan
Minnesota 55122.
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PRODUCTS & SERVICES
Private label "ETAB" high-quality coffee and specialty drinks, fruit smoothies, light healthy
snacks, cookies, brownies, rice crispie bars, muffins, live music some evenings and 'a comfortable
environment in which to enjoy them.
COMPETITIVE COMPARISON
There are a number of local coffee shops including Caribou Coffee, Starbucks and Dunn
Brothers within Eagan service areas. Our location presents some unique characteristics which
provide a competitive edge and are driven by location, policies and current audience requests. These
will be discussed in the Marketing Plan section.
MARKETING PLAN
CUSTOMERS
Teens
The coffee / beverage bar is to be located in the Oasis, which is in the Eagan Community
Center. The Oasis is the city teen center and home to drop in activities, programs, and special events
for area teens. Currently teens are attracted to the location, primarily for programs and special events
from Eagan and surrounding cities, which include; Hastings, St. Paul, Apple Valley, Farmington,
Burnsville and such. Over, 4500 teens have visited the Oasis or participated in special events hosted
at/by the Oasis.
College students
Argosy College is located less than a block away from the Community Center and has
students currently enrolled. These students will not only be a source of customers, but also
employees. Students will appreciate the relaxed environment in which to study, plan a school work
session or volunteer as a mentor during teen center hours. Flyers will be distributed to the college
itself as well as the surrounding apartment area.
Seniors
The Eagan Community Center is also home to the Lone Oak room which is an active Senior
Center. They are open five days a week from 8-4 p.m and currently have 130 members. Not all
participants are members. There are multiple special events and theme days coordinated weekly for
seniors. These include bingo, card club, crafting days, antique events, dances and regular board
meetings, to name a few. Also within walking distance of the community center are senior high rises
and condominiums. There are ample walking paths around the community center and its park,
central park, where seniors gather. The addition of these services will be promoted in the senior
newsletter, in the Lone Oak room and to their club memberships, currently there are 1230 newsletter
subscribers and 150 active participants.
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Community center customers - Fitness the Blast - Banquet Facilities
The Community Center is a hub of activity. There are natural customers by nature of the
activities and services that are offered at the center. This include a full fitness membership, adult and
youth sports leagues and tournaments, the indoor playground the Blast, meetings and weddings, and
large scale community festivals. All of which are potential customers for our coffee / beverage bar.
Currently there are 1350 fitness members. Over the past year there have been 1200 adult league
participants, 7,000 blast passes sold to youth with parents free, over 5,000 adult/youth participants in
open gym programs, and over 7,000 area youth athletic association participants.
The Oasis would offer a unique service in a pleasurable atmosphere that would appeal to anyone.
During teen center hours customers will be able to take advantage of the services and then enjoy
their beverages in the welcoming lobby of the community center complete with comfortable
lounging and fireplace. Flyers will be distributed to individuals registered in programs, daily users,
fitness member's newsletters, in sports manager's packets and by the community center. In addition,
promotional information tables will be set up during key events, tournaments and special events to
market the coming opening of the facility.
Residents
The community center is located within walking distance of a large development which includes
single family homes, town homes, condominiums and apartment buildings totaling over 1,500 units.
Flyers will be distributed to announce the opening of the services.
Professionals
Local corporate companies boarder the Eagan Community Center / Oasis facility, this includes,
Lockheed Martin, Northwest, Wells Fargo and Unisys. All of these large companies are within
walking distance of the community center / Oasis. The marketing plan will include strategies to
promote the services to employees of these local businesses.
Store opening is expected to occur in September 2005.
STRATEGY
PROMOTION
At least four percent of revenues will be devoted to promotional activities. This fund is to be
used to further general public recognition, conduct market research, and promote awareness of
services and products. In addition funds will be spent on community sponsorship, donations, and
local marketing activities such as flyer and coupon distribution and local signage.
A team of Oasis / STAB members will visit area businesses, civic groups, organizations and
schools during lunch hour, meetings, or gatherings with an information and sample booth
announcing the services and offer coupons for incentives to visit.
Public service announcements will be distributed to local paper, TV and radio spots as well as
local church newsletters and community brochures, and flyers.
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PRICING
Prices will be set to be $0.10 cents less than the average of area coffee shops.
SALES FORECAST
The sales forecast is included as part of financial projections that follow.
MANAGEMENT & ORGANIZATION SUMMARY
The Eagan Teen Advisory Board is a voluntary youth empowerment board providing the City
with the teen perspective. The management responsibilities will lie with the community center
concessions and teen center operations divisions of the Eagan Community Center. The
professionals listed below have provided expert advisory support to the teens in development and
have committed to assisting through implementation.
PROFESSIONAL AND ADVISORY SUPPORT
ARCHITECTS DUNN BROTHERS
Cindy Douthett Nagel, CID Skip Fay
Krech, O'Brien, Mueller & Wass, Inc Dunn Bros. Coffee, Franchise Office
6115 Cahill Avenue 111 Third Avenue South, Suite 160
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076 Minneapolis, MN 55401
FUNDRAISING Brent Hagen
Dunn Bros. Coffee
Michael Ferber Independent Franchise Owner
Fundraising Solutions 607 Marquette Avenue, Skyway
725 Granite Drive Minneapolis, MN 55402
Eagan, MN 55123-3992
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TEEN PROGRAM BUDGET STATEMENT
BALANCE SHEET
Estimated Revenues Amount Expenses Amount
Special Event Fees Teen Center Wages
Teen Program Fees Specialty Instructors
Materials/Program
Supplies
Total assets Total liabilities
Net worth
STARTUP EXPENSES AND CAPITALIZATION
Item Amount
Equipment
Inventory
Working capital
SBA guarantee fee
SBA packaging fee
Miscellaneous
Total start-up cash required
FINANCIAL PROJECTIONS
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APPENDIX A: OASIS/ EAGAN COMMUNITY CENTER LOCATION
LOCATION
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below shows the location and surrounding area.
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Agenda Item: J-2; Parks/Trails Dedication
Reconsideration - Eagan Dental
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MEMO Action X
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Information
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AGENDA ITE : J-2; PARKS/TRAILS DEDICATION REBATE- EAGAN DENTAL
T : ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
FROM : PAUL OLSON, SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS
ITEM OVERVIEW: Eagan Dental Associates are requesting a refund of that portion of the Park
Dedication they have paid for land they consider unusable for development.
BACKGRO D/HISTORY:
The Eagan Dental Associates have applied for a building permit to construct a new clinic on
a five acre parcel located at the corner of Northwood Parkway and Promenade Avenue,
legally described as; Lot 1, Block 1, Lexington Second Addition (SE of Home Depot). In
keeping with the standard practice, Park and Trail dedication in the amount of $9614 was
collected at the time of the application (Due to a math error the final amount will be $9596)
The dedication amounts were calculated based upon the "net acreage" of the site, as has also
been standard practice.
Based upon a calculation they have made of the "useable area" of the site, versus the "net
acreage", Eagan Dental Associates is requesting a refund of a portion of the Dedication fees
in the amount $5,725 $18 currently owed)
ANALYSIS:
In keeping with the 2005 City "Fee Schedule, and past practice, the Park and Trail
Dedication fees for Commercial and Industrial properties are determined by applying the
approved per "net acre" rate to the net acreage as calculated by the City Community
Development and Engineering Departments. "Net acreage" generally being defined as the
gross area of a parcel (in acres), less dedicated or granted public road right of way and public
ponding easements. In this instance, following the definition for net acres, the City
determined the five acre parcel to have a net acreage of 1.51 acres. This became the basis for
the initial dedication charge:
Park 1.51 net acres x $5218 = $7879
Trail 1.51 net acres x $1137 = 1717
Total based upon net acreage = $9596
Eagan Dental Associates is contending that the calculation for dedication should be based
upon "useable" area of the parcel rather than net acres. According to their calculations, the
development of the clinic and the related parking required the use of .68 acres of the site.
They have opined that the balance of the site is unusable, and is therefore being preserved as
"natural". A condition for which they feel there should also be consideration as it meets the
"intent" of the dedication requirements. Using the suggested cost basis:
Park .68 useable acres x $5218 = $3548
Trai; .68 useable acres x $1137 = 773
Total based upon "useable acres = $4231
Refund requested = $5275 (difference)
DISCUSSION/ EVALUATION:
The City utilizes the concept of "net acres" for nearly every calculation that is based upon
land area. The standard of "useable" acres is difficult to define on a consistent and equitable
basis. This includes assessments and allowable land coverage as a percentage of the site. In
regard to coverage, though a developer may feel portions of a site are unusable, the fact that
the area is considered part of the "net acres" calculation allows for more intensive coverage
on that portion of the site the developer chooses to use. Easements may also be vacated at a
future date creating more available area. The cost of land generally is a reflection of the
challenges that may be faced at the time of development, marginal land having a lower cost
of acquisition.
There have been circumstances when a "credit" applicable to the dedication has been
granted. In these instances there has generally been an agreement that allowed for City use of
a facility or amenity associated with the development. The YMCA for example received
dedication credit for allocating needed program space to the City at no cost.
In terms of a dedication credit, there is no correlation between preserved natural area (trees)
and the fee owed. Developers are encouraged to preserve amenities however there is no
credit for preservation of trees above the allowable removal percentage defined in the
ordinance. The benefit comes in not being assessed for tree mitigation and adding to the
visual appeal of the site.
The City Council is scheduled to address the issue at their meeting on May 17"`.
ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION:
1. Recommend denial of the request from Eagan Dental Associates for a refund of $5275 of
the Park and Trail Dedication previously paid
2. Recommend approving the request from Eagan Dental Association for a refund of
$5275, or a portion thereof, of the Park and Trail Dedication paid
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ATTORNEY AT LAW
Real Property Law Specialist, Certified By The Minnesota State Bar Association
Lucy J. Martin, Legal Assistant 2005
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Sheila Cartnev
Planner
3830 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, Minnesota 55122
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Eagan Dental Associates
Lot 2, Block 1, Lexington Second Addition,
Eagan, MN
Dear Ms. Cartney:
I have been retained by Eagan Dental Associates in relation to the
proposed construction of a Dental Office Building at the above described real
property.
My client does not believe that the City of Eagan has correctly cal~ulated
the "usable acres" for purposes of determing the Park and Trail Dedication Fee.
I understand that the City has identified 1.5 acres as net usable area on my
client's property in order to determine the dedication fee. However, in reviewing
this matter in conjunction with the project architect, I believe that only .68 acres
should be identified as net usable acreage. I understand that the project
architect has identified three areas of the site that are not usable for this or any
other commercial construction. The three areas that have been identified are
small, oddly shaped, and mest importantly, steeply sloped.
The topography and shape of the site limit development to only one of
four separate areas defined by easements and setbacks. The project architect
has indicated that there was no design alternative that could have used that
could have used the four separate areas. As a result of these unique, practical
barriers to development limit the usable space to .68 acres and the City should
give special consideration to this site.
The proposed development on my client's site meets or exceeds the
Eagan Comprehensive Guide Plan and Zoning ordinances for preserving open
space and trees as 87 percent of the site is left natural and preserved. Many of
the trees and other vegetation left undisturbed on this site are located on, the
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three portions that are not usable, and in a general sense, leaving these areas
undisturbed meets the intent of the Park and Trail Dedication.
Extending the Park and Trail Dedication fee to these park-like areas that
are being naturally preserved places an unfair burden on property owners; such
as my client, who have a commitment to maintain these types of area in their
natural state.
On my client's behalf, I hereby request tht the City of Eagan reduce the
net usable area for determing the Park and Trail Dedication Fee to .68 acres. If
you would like to discuss this matter, please let me know.
Yours Truly,
David J. Schoenecker
Attorney at Law
c: Dr. Todd M. Thomas, D.D.S.
Dr. Loren J. Taple, D.D.S.
James A. Strapko, Architect, Ltd.
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ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION
EAGAN, MINNESOTA
MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF APRIL 18, 2005
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on April 18, 2005
with the following Commission Members present: Joe Bari, Margo Danner, Terry Davis, Mark Filipi,
Duane Hansen, Muhammad Lodhi, Elizabeth Perry Dorothy Peterson and Richard Pletcher. Member
Belfiori was not present. Staff included Jeff Asfahl, Supervisor of Recreation; Paul Olson, Supervisor of
Parks; Eric Macbeth, Water Resources; Gregg Hove, City Forester; C.J. Lilly, City Landscape Architect;
Paula Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor and Lori Kimball, Recording Secretary.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Chair Davis moved, Member Filipi seconded; with all present members voting in favor to accept the
agenda as amended, moving the Volunteer Recognition to occur after Approval of the Minutes. All
attending members voted to approve the agenda as amended.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF March 14, 2005
Minutes from the March 14 omitted a "second' for a motion on page 12, The Steeplechase Development
and on page 15, Nature's Point Development. Since Nature's Point was approved, Member Peterson
asked that the alternatives on page 16 be deleted. Member Peterson moved and Member Perry seconded
with all present members voting in favor to approve the March 14th minutes as amended.
PRESENTATIONS
Eric Macbeth thanked Eagan Citizens, Jack Krech and Rich Kelley, for volunteering their time. Macbeth
presented plaques recognizing the residents for 10 years of lake monitoring. Jack Krech was recognized
for 10 years of monitoring Hay Lake. Rich Kelley, who was not present, was recognized for 10 years of
monitoring Blackhawk Lake. Chair Davis thanked the men for such a long commitment to the City.
VISITORS TO BE HEARD
There were no visitors to be heard.
SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE AND DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
Parks
Superintendent Parks, Paul Olson, updated the commission about the Parks Division.
• The closing on the Caponi property took place in late March and the City now owns 30 acres of
prime open space. The Caponi Art Park Board (CAP) will have ownership of the remaining 30
acres. Funding for the 30 acres of City property was derived from several sources;
Advisory Parks Commission
Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 18, 2005
Page 2
1. City of Eagan/ Park Site Fund = $720,000
2. Dakota County/Open Space Grant = $850,000
3. DNRJNatural and Scenic Grant = $200,000
4. DN emediation Grant = $300,000
5. TPL/DNR/ Metro Corridors Grant = $191,000
Total for City 30 acres = $2,261,000 ($75,400 @ acre)
• The Park System Plan had a low number of people attend the 20/20 Vision meeting in March;
however, the people attending were appreciated for the active discussion and ideas. The City
Council, Chair Davis and Member Peterson will receive a draft form of the Parks System Plan at
a workshop on April 26th at 5:30. They will also be discussing the Water Management Plan and
CIP's.
• The spring brings many calls from groups and individuals wanting to volunteer for community
service projects. The most pressing need is for a "spring cleaning "of park areas, i.e.; trash and
litter pick up and removal. The City will provide bags and also pick up and remove what is
collecting. Arrangements can be made by contacting Paul Graham, Park Operations Supervisor at
651-675-5300. Please specify which park you are interested in. We are very flexible with days,
times and locations--every little bit helps!
• This year's bi-annual, Eagan tree sale will be held Saturday April 30 at the Maintenance Facility
on Coachman Road. The success of pre-sale ordering resulted in using a lottery system. Most
materials have already been sold however "extras" are sold on first come basis, generally later in
the morning. All materials are bare root stock-there is no warranty once it leaves the site.
• The 2005 Arbor Day celebration is scheduled for Saturday May 14, beginning around 9:00 AM,
at the Lexington-Diffley Fields. The planting will take place along the new public road located on
the north side of the park near the water reservoir. Groups or individuals wanting to participate,
including APrC members, can call Gregg Hove, Supervisor of Forestry, at 651-756-5300 for
further information.
• The soccer fields at Quarry, Bridle Ridge and Mueller Farm Parks will be rested and reseeded this
spring. The turf has become worn and thin from on-going use. Thresher Fields will be the
alternate site.
• The program of making rental space available for canoes has been expanded to new locations.
Racks will be located at Blackhawk, Thomas and Bur Oaks parks. The resident cost for the
season, May to October, is $40. The renter must provide their own cable and lock. Slots can be
reserved by calling 651-675-5500.
• Recently a number of permanent benches have been burned and graffiti has been spray painted on
building walls, play equipment and parking lots. Staff has been in contact with the Police
Department and is also exploring other means of protecting the community investment in its park
system. Residents who are witness to vandalism occurring, or are suspicious of activity in a park,
are encouraged to contact the PD immediately so vandals can be caught in the act - you can
remain anonymous. Olson said. 9-1 -1 is an appropriate number to report vandalism that may be in
progress. Damage can be reported to the Park Maintenance Department at 651-675-5300.
• Again this year, the Forestry Division will conduct the popular resident Buckthorn removal
program. Residents and neighborhood groups can volunteer to take part in the program and
remove Buckthorn from private property by a following few simple steps;
1. Contact the City Tree Inspector to arrange for a site visit to verify the presence of
Buckthorn
2. Schedule a day to remove the Buckthorn, alerting the City
3. City staff will pickup the buckthorn piles from a predetermined location-generally a
front boulevard accessible to a truck.
Advisory Parks Commission
Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 18, 2005
Page 3
The pickups take place only on Mondays. For further information or to schedule a site visit
residents can contact the Tree Inspector at 651-675-5300. The Tree Inspector will be available as
of April
Recreation
Jeff Asfahl, Superintendent of Recreation, shared highlights of the recreation department.
• May 7 from 8:30 - 2:00 a plant sale sponsored by the Eagan Garden Club will be held at Holz
Farm. This is also the day of the Friends of the Farm Annual Cleanup day.
• On May 22°d from 11-5 the Friends of the Farm will hold its Annual Spring Festival. Pony Rides,
Petting Zoo and hayrides will be offered.
• The Eagan Art Festival will be held on June 25 and 26 on festival grounds at Central Park, There
will be over 100 artisans, a variety of food, entertainment and children's art activities.
• The Fourth of July planning committee has been busy scheduling events for the community. A
carnival will take place from July 1-4; July 3 a Street Dance, featuring the Killer Hayseeds, will
be held from 7:30 till 11:30. July 4 will bring a Classic Car show, Band shell entertainment and
Fireworks at dusk.
• Spring and summer league association play is early this year because the fields are open and
available. Use is modestly tapering off. Cooperation between EAA, EVAA and our office has
been excellent.
Community Center
• Superintendent Asfahl shared that the Community Center reported 37 birthday parties at the Blast
for the Month of March.
• On April 2d the third Mothers of Multiples sale was held in the gymnasium. It's a popular event
that brought over 1000 people into the building.
• April 7 - April 20`h, we are asking members to fill out a member satisfaction survey to give us
their feedback. This is our first effort with surveying our fitness members.
RECREATION REPORT
Superintendent Asfahl introduced Paula Nowariak, Recreation Supervisor, who presented the recreation
report for the Winter Quarter. Paula discussed highlights of the winter season; giving a power point
presentation and sharing photos of winter P&R activities.
Adult Sports
• Winter Sports Leagues had 141 teams participating in basketball, boot hockey, broomball and
volleyball with over 1,200 participants for the season. Digging Lips from the Men's Volleyball
league took the Championship of the MRPA Men's C Volleyball State Tournament in March.
• Summer softball currently has 201 teams registered, spring basketball is full with 8 teams, and
Volleyball has 7 teams in both the Women's league and Co-ed Beginning league.
• "Two-Game Tune-up" for adult softball teams is being held on Saturday, April 23 at Northview
Athletic Fields.
Community Events
• Snow Daze: People were in a daze on Saturday, February 5 at Trapp Farm Park. Though there
was no snow for tubing, participants were still able to enjoy the dog sled rides and ice fishing.
They also received a coupon to visit the tubing hill in the future at no charge.
• Daddy's Little Sweetheart Dance - Forty little girls and their daddy's got all dressed up for an
elegant evening in the Oaks of the Eagan Community Center to pre-celebrate the Valentine's
holiday. Photos, dancing, cookie decorating and picture frame crafts were the main highlights for
the very successful first-time event.
• Holz Farm - Old Fashioned Holiday: This great annual event provided in partnership with the
Friends of the Farm. Music was provided by the "Moen-Weeds", cookie baking and sampling,
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tree trimming activities, complimentary hot cocoa, a bonfire, and there was a surprise visit by
Santa.
• Family Skating Extravaganza: The weather was spectacular and the event was a success. Much
enthusiasm was shared, hoping this event can become a great tradition.
• Eagan Fun Run - Saturday, May 21 - This year Commons on Marice is helping sponsor the event
by coordinating booths of local organizations with tips and health services, entertainment and an
additional mailing for the event.
Preschool
• Classes- The winter session ran from January 3-March 11. Classes are offered at Bridle Ridge,
Goat Hill, Rahn, Skyhill and the Community Center. There were 292 children signed up in 25
different class sections.
• Preschool Dance - Preschool Dance was offered at the Community Center this past winter. The
class was a huge success; the children were thrilled to perform each week in the performance
studio like real ballerinas do!
• Musical Wednesdays - Musical Wednesdays was offered and went out with a "bang" at the last
class. Parents came to watch the progress that their budding stars made on instruments, rhythm
and conducting!
• Children's Museum Field Trip - In February, 56 children with parent chaperones rode a bus to the
Children's Museum in St. Paul. The children and parents had a great time riding the bus and
touring the museum together
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Seniors
• Santa Visit - The Eagan Seniors hosted another successful event on Saturday, December 4. More
than 50 kids along with their families visited with Santa in the Lone Oak Room for a photo and
cookies. Santa also took a few minutes to visit with a preschool program during the same time.
The Eagan Seniors had a great time and plan to host the event again in 2005.
• 2nd Annual Antique Assessment Show on Saturday, April 23 in the Lone Oak Room. This event is
open to everyone!
• Parks and Recreation is hosting the 2°d Anniversary Party for the Lone Oak Room on Tuesday,
May 17 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm in the Lone Oak Room. This year the whole family is invited for a
couple hours of games, fun and entertainment in a picnic-like setting.
Teens
• Bring the Noise - Over 400 people, mostly youth, attended or were involved in performing for
this event. Over $1300 was raised for Kids N Kinship.
• The Oasis/Special Activities -Club Oasis for Middle School dance has an average of 70 youth
attending. Our most recent Bring the Noise this February presented "Cryptic" and over 85, 17+
youth attended. Second season of Dodge ball continues to be a huge hit over 100 middle and
high school students are registered. We opened in the fall of 2003; the attendance from that date
through the end of December 2004 our total attendance was approximately 3000. For the first
three months of 2005 our attendance is already over 1000. This is in large part due to our special
events, and does not include the youth registered for dodge ball. We continue to reach out to the
schools with weekly e-mails and lunch time visits where possible.
• Eagan Teen Advisory Board (E-TAB) - The board has been spending time with professionals in
the industry obtaining guidance and support for developing their business plan for a coffee /
beverage bar addition to the teen center. They have participated in a teen focus group for the
Park Master Plan 20/20 process and have been busy distributing surveys to gain feedback from
their peers on the teen center, coffee bar concept and insights for the 20/20 plan. 145 surveys
have already been collected.
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Winter Facilities
Trapp Farm was open a total of 20 %2 days.
• Total attendance was 2,768. Over 1200 less than last year when it was open for 39 days.
Skating Sites
• There were six Class A and 2 Class B skating sites that were staffed and maintained for the winter
skating season. All sites were opened by December 28.
• Attendance- Total approximate attendance was 12, 611 visitors. Depending on the location, the A
sites were open from 31-45 days with total attendance of approximately 12,096. The B sites were
open for 31 days with a total attendance of approximately 515.
Weather
• Sites had to close early on some of those days due to the crazy weather. There were three days
that the rinks were closed due to dangerous wind chills and one day that sites were closed because
of a snow storm. The month of February began by closing for 6 days due to warm temperatures.
• The maintenance crew should be commended for recovering the rinks more than once during this
season.
Youth and Family
• Adapted Basketball - Youth ages six to thirteen participated in an eight week basketball program,
adapted for youth with disabilities. More than 23 kids played hard, developed basketball skills,
and cheered on their teammates throughout the program.
• Preschool Gymnastics-In cooperation with ISD 196 Community Education, this program began in
February. It is held on Monday-Wednesday mornings at the ECC. Due to popular demand, a
spring session was also added.
• The Blast and Open Gym (BOG) Days - 5 Buck BOG Days continued over the winter and
spring breaks. Participation was steady. The biggest attendance day was 40. A 5 Buck BOG
Day is a supervised play day for ages 6 - 12. Recreation Leaders supervise the play in a fun
and active afternoon of dodge ball, sports, games, and play in the Blast. 3 Buck BOG Days
are also held on various days off from school. The 3 Buck days are not supervised.
Tris
• A trip to Sesame Street Live was a big hit for a group of preschoolers and their parents. This
trip was jointly offered with Rosemount and Inver Grove Parks & Recreation Departments
• Spring Break trips were very popular this year for the first time in more than 3 years. Eagan
partnered with Farmington and Rosemount Parks & Recreation Department to offer 3 events.
Grand Rios Water Park, Richardson Nature Center/Chuck E. Cheese and a Kids Activity Day
at the Rosemount Community Center were enjoyed by over 200 kids.
• Youth Development -96 students registered for our winter quarters after school recreate programs
at Glacier and Pilot Knob. Eagan Parks and Recreation program offerings included; basketball,
floor hockey/basketball combo, sketching with the art house, sewing and homework help. We are
entering our last quarter/session at both of these schools this spring.
What's Coming Up
• Check out the Discover Brochure for a huge listing of golf and tennis programs for youth to adult,
including the new adapted and pee wee tennis programs
• A new summer program called "Recess". Including 7 neighborhood sites, 8 weeks of
programming and 8 fieldtrips. Discovering our self and our place in this community.
Nowariak concluded saying, the P&R staff are very excited for spring and summer. Residents are
encouraged to Come Out and Play in Eagan!
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CONSENT AGENDA
Chair Davis moved, Member Peterson and Member Pletcher seconded with all present members voting to
approve the Consent Agenda; 2005 Arbor Day Proclamation and the Lake Appreciation Month
Proclamation.
DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
There were no items to review under Development Proposals.
OLD BUSINESS
NATURE'S POINT
Olson said no action will be taken this evening regarding Nature's Point. The proposal was denied by
the Planning Committee and the developer will be resubmitting the proposal. This proposal will be on the
May 16th agenda.
NEW BUSINESS
There were no items for the APrC to review under New Business
WATER RESOURCES UPDATE
Macbeth reminded the viewing audience that it is now a statewide law that phosphorous-free fertilizer
must be used on lawns. The exception to this is if a soil test proves that a resident's lawn needs
phosphorous.
Macbeth was invited to represent Eagan's Water Resource successes at a conference in Chicago late this
month. The subject Macbeth will be speaking on is "Managing Long-term Lake Quality in an Urban
Setting". Jim Storland will be attending meetings regarding "Shallow Lakes", which describes most lakes
in Eagan.
Chair Davis asked Macbeth about clean water legislation that member Bari had brought to the
commission's attention earlier in the meeting. Macbeth said it is a federal requirement for all states to
inventory their lakes. The legislation Member Bari asked about is only in the proposal state, primarily
deciding who will do what and how it will be paid for. As of now, the implication for the City of Eagan
is unknown. Member Bari said his understanding is that $38 will be taxed per household; totally $38
million to clean up the water. Member Pletcher asked if the federal law has been enacted. Macbeth
responded that this is a long standing provision of the Clean Water Act that was passed in the 1970's.
Chair Davis asked Macbeth to let him know what the implication would be to the City. Macbeth said he
will be gathering more information and bring it back to the APrC next month.
OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS
Member Davis asked Olson to further discuss the 20/20 Vision meeting this past week. Olson informed
the viewers of April 11th stakeholders meeting. The group represents the users of the park facilities
throughout Eagan and has been constantly meeting with the consultant, helping to determine goals and
identify priorities. The summary of the consultant's study will be presented to the City Council at next
month's workshop. Scheduled completion is now the 3rd week of June rather than May, due to schedule
conflicts.
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Discussion focused on the various groups solicited to participate in the meetings such as schools, senior
citizens and teens. Member Peterson said there was less participation by youth athletic groups than
anticipated. Asfahl and Bechner reached out several times to the sports groups but there was not as much
response as the consultant had wished for.
ROUND TABLE
Member Perry reminded everyone of several P&R activities that are coming up
• The Antique Assessment will be held on April 23 at the ECC.
• On May 7, rain or shine, a Tennis Block Party will be held at Northview Park. This event is
sponsored by the USTA and is for people wishing to learn tennis or people who already play.
The telephone number for more information is 888-502-PLAY.
• The Eagan Fun Run will be held on May 21. A 2 mile run, 5 mile run, Fitness Walk and Ducky
Dash will be held. Check in is at 7:00 a.m. Registration is available through Parks and
Recreation.
• Evenings in Central Park will begin on June 15th with a car show at 6:30 followed by the Rockin'
Hollywoods at 7:00. Five other evenings are scheduled through the rest of the summer.
• A reminder that the Teen Center offers Ultimate Frisbee on Thursdays from 3:30 till 5:00 and
Dodgeball on Wednesdays from 4-5:30. Both of these activities are on a drop in basis and are $3
each time. Club Oasis, middle school dance, is always held on the first Friday of each month.
Bring the Noise for middle school and up on the 2nd and 4`h Friday of each month. These two
events are also $3 each and require a school I.D.
Chair Davis and Member Danner asked for clarification of dates regarding the Park System Plan. Olson
confirmed there are no May dates for meetings and the consultant will not be here in the month of May.
The APrC and City Council Workshop will be held on June 13, the next stakeholders meeting will be held
on June 14, June 20 will be the APrC meeting to determine to adopt the new Park System Plan and the
final report will be given to the City Council on June 21
Responding to Member Peterson, Member Perry said the NE Eagan Study was not yet complete.
JOU NT
With no further business to conduct, Member Peterson moved to close, Member Perry seconded with all
members voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 p.m.
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