07/06/1989 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: DOROTHY PETERSON, RECREATION SUPERVISOR
ATE: MAY 26, 1989
E: DEPARTMENT AGREEMENTS WITH THE EAGAN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION
BACKGROUND
The Commission may recall that the Eagan Athletic Association approached the
department requesting provision of portable toilets at all sites where youth
athletic games are held.
ISSUES
The Commission discussed the portable restroom issue at the April Co mn ssion
meeting. Direction to staff was to pursue, as a one year pilot test, the
installation of portable restrooms at eight (8) park and four (4) school sites.
The question of responsibility for payment was to be resolved with I.-he Eagan
Athletic Association.
Staff met with Jan Linton, President of EAA, at which time the issue of
installation of home plates on ballfields used by EAA was introduced.
RESOLUTIONS
At the May 18, 1989 Eagan Athletic Association board meeting, EAA authorized
funds to pay for the portable toilets at school sites. Those sites are Metcalf,
Thomas Lake, Deerwood and Cedar. Cost to EAA approximately $300.00.
The department has agreed to absorb the cost of units at neighborhood parks.
Those sites are Meadowlands, Ridgecliff, Oak Chase, Walnut Hi11, Woodhaven Beryl,
Mueller, Northview and Blue Cross soccer. This unforseen cost to the department
is approximately $600.00. This cost is less than anticipated, as not all parks
cited previously require the service. Units will be placed at schools as soon
as school is out; the date approved by the school districts. Units for the
neighborhood parks have been ordered and will be out as soon as possible.
The Eagan Athletic Association has also allocated funds for the purchase of home
plates. The City will install them at Rahn Park's two fields, Meadowlands,
Ridgecliff, Sky Hill, Quarry, Woodhaven Beryl and one (1) allfield at Mueller
Farm Park. Approximate expenditure will be $370.00.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION
No action is required of the Commission at this time.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE
FROM: KEN V, DIRECTOR O PARKS AND RECREATION
ATE: JUNE 30, 1989
RE: JULY COMMISSION MEETING
The July 6 Commission Meeting will be preceded by a tour of Eagan Parks beginning
at 6:30 P. M. In case of rain, the tour will be postponed and we will meet at
the regular time of 7:30 P. M.
Once again, the Commission has been blessed with a short Agenda. Staff has
proposed a Consent Item for development items, and a separate memo on the Cray
Addition. The issue with Cray is if credit should be given for a two acre pond
on the site which is required for storm water. Please see the separate memo on
this item.
There are several other items on the Agenda for which Staff has prepared a memo.
The demographic information requested by the Commission in April relative to the
facilities standard and distribution of facilities has been completed. The
original memo and the new information was provided. This is a discussion item
and should help the Commission to prioritize the types of facilities for
continuation and development in the next few years.
Steve Sullivan will update the Commission on the many development items that are
on going, and in particular, the tennis court/ballfield construction.
As usual, we have provided you with a department "Happenings" to keep you
informed about a number of department activities. If you're not able to make
the Parks Tour or Regular Business Meeting, please advise the department.
R ctfully submitted,
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Ken Vraa
Director, Parks and Recreation
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AGENDA
ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
EA MINNESOTA
Thursday, July , 1989
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Eagan Municipal Center
6:30 P.M. Tour of Rahn Athletic, Rahn Park, Cedar Pond playground and
Meadowlands Park
7:30 P.M. Regular Meeting - Eagan Municipal Center
C. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of June , 1989
Approval of Agenda
F. Consent Agenda
(1) Poppler Homesteads No. 2 - Lawrence Poppler
ardelann Addition - LaHass Mfg. Sales Inc.
G. Development Proposals
(1) Cray Addition (replat) - Cray Research
Old Business
(1) Seneca Park Dedication
(2) Demographics - Facilities Standards
1. New Business
(1) Day Care Policy - Summer Recreation Activities
J. Parks Development
(1) Bridle Ridge
orthview Tennis Court Update
(3) illmus Park
Playground Equipment Update
(5) Coventry Park
(6) Thomas Lake Park
Other Business and Reports
(1) Happenings
(2) Trails Maintenance Dedication Policy
County Trails Meeting
(4) Daniel Drive Trail
(5) Skateboard Report
(6) Thomas Lake Park Shelter/Well House Concept Design
L. Adjournment
Subject to approval
MINUTES F REGULAR MEETING F
THE ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
EAAN, MINNESOTA
JUNE 1, 1989
A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission was
called to order at 7:40 P.M. on Thursday, June 1, 1989 with the following
Commission Members present: Jack Johnson, Ted Billy, George Kubik, Wayne Sames,
Michele Swanson, Shawn Hunter and Dick Carroll. Staff present included Ken Vraa,
Director of Parks and Recreation; Steve Sullivan, Landscape Architect/Parks
Planner; Dorothy Peterson, Recreation Supervisor; John VonDeLinde, Parks
Superintendent and Cherryl Mesko, Secretary.
Chairman Kubik took a moment to comment on the memorandum regarding Dorothy
Peterson Day and on behalf of the Commission congratulated Dorothy for the work
she has accomplished in the last several years in building the adult softball
program in Eagan. Dorothy Peterson thanked the Commission and shared some of
the activities from that evening including the limousine ride and the thrill of
turning on the scoreboards for the first time, eating the first hot dog and
throwing the first pitch of the softball season.
AGENDA
Dick Carroll moved, Jack Johnson seconded with all members voting in favor
to accept the agenda as presented.
MINUTES FROM MAY , 1989 MEETING
Ted Billy moved, Shawn Hunter seconded with all members voting in favor
to accept the agenda as presented.
CONSENT AGENDA
On a motion by Shawn Hunter, seconded By Michele Swanson with all members
voting in favor, the Commission approved recommendation to the City Council of
the following:
1. HORNE DEVELOPMENT CORP - KINGS WOOD 4TH ADDITION. That this proposal
be subject to a cash parkland dedication for all lots and partial
lots located outside of the Blackhawk PD limits.
. ROBERT ENGSTROM COMPANIES - THE WOODLANDS 3RD ADD. That this
proposal be subject to a cash parkland dedication.
3. DUCKWOOD CROSSINGS, INC. - DUCKWOOD CROSSINGS. That this proposal
be subject to a cash parkland dedication and an 8 foot bituminous
trail within the west boulevard of Pilot Knob Road.
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DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
Director Vraa noted that there were no development proposals for the
Commission to review.
FACILITIES STANDARDS FOLLOW-UP
Dorothy Peterson reported that she had met with JoAnn Ellison from School
District 196 to review their demographics. The school district's numbers reflect
different, but helpful information for the completion of the facilities
standards. Information is expected shortly from school district 191 and 197 to
complete the research into this project.
COUNTY BIKEWAY SYSTEM PLAN
Ken Vraa referenced the memo included in the packet regarding informational
meetings on the County Bikeway Systems Plan to be held on June 7 and June 15.
Also enclosed in the packet was a copy of the CIP and county bikeway system for
the Commission to review. Mr. Vraa mentioned that a letter should be sent to
the county outlining the City's position regarding the overall trail use and plan
and whether or not the trails are being used.
George Kubik stated that each individual should respond and the Commission
should send a letter of support for the trail system. Mr. Kubik moved, Ted Billy
seconded with all members voting in favor to direct staff to prepare a letter
for Commission signature to Dakota County regarding the county bike system plan.
After further discussion Michele Swanson and Jack Johnson volunteered to attend
the meeting in June and to read the prepared letter on behalf of the Commission.
BRIDLE RIDGE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
Steve Sullivan explained that after an association meeting the neighborhood
surrounding Bridle Ridge Park had requested that they be involved in the lighting
selection process for the hockey rink lighting. The process has begun for
scheduling light scan tests surrounding the rinks and a date for a neighborhood
meeting is being requested.
Dick Carroll asked if staff is considering using the new lights from Muska.
Steve Sullivan responded that the light scan tests will determine the necessity
of upgrading the lights in this location or if our standard athletic 1 i gh i s will
suffice. He further stated that the contract for the lighting can begin Shortly
if there is an agreement between the homeowners and staff on what is being
installed. Shawn Hunter asked what the cost for the scan would be and Mr.
Sullivan responded that it was approximately $100. After further discussion Mr.
Vraa commented that staff will set a meeting date for the Bridle Ridge
neighborhood and notify the Commission of the date an time.
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1990 BUDGET
Ken Vraa indicated that this issue would need no motion from the Commission
but wanted them to be aware of the budget process to date. John VonDeLinde and
Dorothy Peterson are working of the fine tuning for recreation and Maintenance
and Ken has been working on the 5 year CIP which will be forwarded to the City
Administrator shortly. Mr. Vraa asked the Commission to take some time to review
budget items as they are available and make suggestions for improvements. Wayne
Sames asked if the City was looking at budget cuts in programs. Mr. Vraa
responded that some cuts are anticipated and some service areas may need to be
cut back. The department will be looking at programs to generate income also.
George Kubik commented that he was concerned about the possibility of cutting
back on the budget. He feels the Commission should be careful to support the
work that has been done by staff thus far in implementing the successful programs
and maintenance that the City enjoys.
LEXINGTON AVENUE ROAD RIGHT-OF-WAY
Director Vraa explained that the County is seeking to acquire two park
parcels for the Lexington Avenue road construction project. The first parcel
affects O'Leary Park which abuts Lexington Avenue and approximately 750 square
feet of right-of-way will be required and 2331 square feet will also be required
for a construction easement. The second parcel is the access into Patrick Eagan
Park which requires 1450 feet. Mr. Vraa noted that neither acquisition would
affect parks development.
After further discussion, Dick Carroll moved, Wayne Sames seconded with
all members voting in favor to recommend to the Council that the necessary road
right-of-way be provided for Lexington Avenue.
ORTHVIEW PLANTINGS
Parks Planner Steve Sullivan explained that the trees that have been
planted at Northview were taken from the nursery area near the new tennis courts.
Because the trees were moved such a short distance there was less impact to the
trees. More than 150 trees, valued at over $15,000 were moved at a cost of
approximately $5,000. George Kubik congratulated staff on a job well done. Dick
Carroll expressed some concern in losing the nursery commenting that it was one
of the best investments made and some thought should be given to starting another
nursery in another location.
FIRE STATIONS AND OUTLOTS
Steve Sullivan explained that with Central Landscaping's contract they had
been able to do the fine grading and turf establishment at Fire Station 4 and
5. The fire stations are almost completed at this point and landscaping will
occur later this year. Steve also mentioned that the outlots that have been
returned to the city were seeded and will be maintained.
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CONTRACT 9®12
Mr. Sullivan updated the Commission on Contract 89-1 which includes
improvements in 7 parks. The majority of the work can be seen at Northview Park
which includes tennis court and softball fields. The fence posts are in for the
softball fields and the fencing will commence shortly. The grading is being
done on the south side of the site for the tennis courts.
CARLSON LAKE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING
Steve Sullivan explained that the neighborhood meeting for the Carlson Lake
area went very well. Some of the concerns residents shared included their desire
to maintain a serene and natural atmosphere, they didn't want a lot of activity,
they felt the park needed fine grading and maintenance, there were mixed feelings
regarding the installation of a playground, some residents wanted a fishing dock,
and some wanted more efficient access to the lake. Overall the meeting was a
very good one.
HAPPENINGS
Director Vraa noted that the Walking Club that has begun has become a very
successful program. Blue Cross/Blue Shield has had a positive response to
helping with the program as well.
George Kubik asked how the skateboarding event was going and if there were
liability issues that had to be resolved. Mr. Vraa reminded the Commission that
a compromise had been reached to accommodate skateboard interest in the City by
planning some special activity during the 4th of July events. Dorothy Peterson
explained that participants were invited to join in the parade on July 4th as
well as compete in events at Rahn Athletic following the parade. The response
has been very positive to date.
Mr. Kubik commented on the scoreboards at Northview athletic field and how
much they were appreciated. Dorothy Peterson indicated that Joe Merlo from the
Knights of Columbus wanted to see if they could help in acquiring another
scoreboard for installation.
EGN ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION AGREEMENTS
Dorothy Peterson explained that she had met with Jan Linton of the Eagan
Athletic Association regarding sharing costs for portable toilets and the
installation of home plates on City fields. The EAA board agreed to buy the home
plates and will pay for a portion of the portable toilets that are installed in
the City.
MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT
Ken Vraa noted that Shawn Hunter, George Kubik, John VonDeLinde and he had
met regarding the maintenance management program. The idea was to set up goals
and objectives and to set standards for quality maintenance. Years ago a site
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specific program was started to treat each park individually because some of the
parks didn't need to be maintained as much as others. Mr. Kubik stated this was
an icon of a very professional program and congratulated all who participated
in establishing this effective and comprehensive program.
VOLUNTEER WATER SAMPLING COMMITTEE
John VonDeLinde updated the Commission on the volunteer water sampling
program which has seen 10 volunteers step forward from the park representative
program. The district and city will receive the results of the tests once the
samples have been tested. George Kubik stated he was pleased to see such good
community involvement. Wayne Sames asked how often the sampling was done and
r. VonDeLinde responded that it would be done each week from mid-April through
October.
TREE ORDINANCE
Mr. Vraa noted that staff is working on some revisions for this ordinance
noting that it is covered currently under 3 separate ordinances. Currontly the
shade tree ordinance is out of date and needs to be updated. Ted Wachter h->
asked that staff look at a tree replacement program also. Meetings have b,:n
held to try to see how these ordinances can be enforced. Another concern is the
ordinance that prohibits trees to be planted in road right-of-ways. Once the
meetings have concluded, the Commission will have the opportunity of reviewing
this issue before it is presented to the Council.
DANIEL DRIVE
Mr. Vraa informed the Commission that a neighborhood meeting will be held
on June 8th regarding the issue of moving the trailway along Daniel Drive from
the west to the east side and the implications of making such a move.
TRAILS POLICY
Mr. Vraa explained that staff is looking at a new trails dedication policy.
There is a possibility that the policy may go back to a trails dedication
process. Currently the City Attorney is reviewing the language for such a policy
to see if this could be a viable possibility. Mr. Vraa noted that he wanted to
make the Commission aware that this was being discussed and that a change mlay
be forthcoming.
KINGS WOOD 2ND ADDITION
George Kubik stated that in reviewing the report for this development he
saw no deviation i N what has been proposed in the past. The Kings Wood 2nd
Addition is for single family homes west of the Eagan Municipal Center. The
dedication requirements were for a cash dedication. Staff has required the
developer to pay a dedication on the lots being replatted as they had not
previously paid a cash fee. Lots which incorporate a portion of the P.U.D. have
also been required to pay a fee.
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After further discussion, Shawn Hunter moved, Jack Johnson seconded with
all members voting in favor to require the developer to pay the cash dedication
on the lots being replatted and the lots which incorporate a portion of the
P.U.D.
Wayne Sames asked how the plans were coming for the Thomas Lake Grand
Opening and what the schedule would be like. Dorothy Peterson stated that a
naturalist would be at the park, an Eagan resident would bring hawks and do a
short presentation, the Teddy Bear Band would perform as would the Apple Valley
Clown Club and there will be brats and hot dogs available for lunch. The date
will be June 25 with the ribbon cutting ceremony taking place at 12.30 P.M.
Jack Johnson took a few minutes to comment on all the positive things he
has seen accomplished from exposing the community to broader environmental issues
through the Water Quality program and Arbor Day activities to staff's response
to skateboarders. The walking program and the maintenance management plan are
examples of a progressive and professional City. Mr. Johnson thanked the staff
for all their work in completing these excellent programs and for all their work.
With no further business to conduct Dick Carroll moved, Jack Johnson
seconded with all members voting in favor to adjourn. The meeting was adjourned
at 8:55 P.M.
Secretary Date
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MEMORANDUM
TO.- ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: STEPHEN LLI N, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/PARKS PLANNER
ATE: A 5, 1989
E: CONSENT AGENDA - JULY , 1989 COMMISSION MEETING
1. POPPLE HOMESTEADS NO. - LAWRENCE POPPLER
rezoning of 4.55 A (agricultural) acres to an -1 (single family)
district and a preliminary plat consisting of three single family lots
located on the south side of Lone Oak Road east o Pilot Knob Road in the
W 1/ of Section 10.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. The proposal be subject to a cash parkland dedication.
2. 6 foot wide concrete sidewalk be placed along the south side o
Lone Oak Road.
2. RDELAN ADDITION - LHASS MFG. SALES INC.
preliminary plat consisting of two lots and one outl of on 20.16 LI (Light
Industrial) zoned acres i the northwest corner of the intersection of .
1 and lachwk Road in the north 1/2 of Section 17.
RECOMMENDATION:
1. The proposal be subject to a cash parkland dedication as follows..
-Lot 1, lock 1 (existing Laaas Manufacturing Facility) no cash
contribution.
-Lot 2, Block 1, be responsible for a cash contribution at the time
of future development.
- tlo , will be reviewed by the Advisory Parks and Recreation
Commission when outlot is platted as a lot.
MEMORANDUM
TO: ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FROM: STEPHEN SULLIVN, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT/PARKS PLANNER
ATE: JUNE 28, 1989
E: CRAY 2ND ADDITION
RE -QUEST
An application has been submitted requesting the preliminary plat of lots and
outlots on 115.4 acres.
BACKGROUND
The parcel is located south of Lone Oak Road and east of Highway X55. The
property is part of the Lone Oak Addition Planned Development.
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The Commission previously reviewed this parcel as Cray 1st Addition. This
previous application requested the preliminary plat of one lot and outlots.
The Commissions approved recommendation is as follows:
The park dedication for this development shall be fulfilled through
a cash dedication for 1,584,158 square feet in effect on a square
foot basis for commercial/industrial property at the time of
building permit issuance.
The developer has since pulled several building permits and paid the parkland
dedication on the single lot amounting to $79,207.80. This amount is derived
by multiplying the area of Lot 1, Block 1, Cray 1st Addition (1,584,158 sq. ft.)
times the 1989 parks dedication amount of $0.05 per square foot.
The developer now requests replatting Cray Ist Addition. The result is a change
in the square footage of area which is subject to the park dedication.
ISSUES
The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission will need to review and male
recommendations regarding the following issues:
Issue #1: hat is the revised cash parkland obligation based on the pending
platting request?
The overall area being platted is 116.4 acres. The area tabulation
for Cray 2nd Addition is as follows:
Lot 1, Block 1 86.39 Ac.
Lot 2, Block 1 3.60
Lot 3, Block 1 4.88
Outlot A, B and C 21.53
Total: 116.40 Ac.
The area tabulation for Cray Ist Addition is as follows:
Lot 1, Block 1 36.40 Ac.
Outlot A (Road R/W) 4.60
Outlot B 3.80
Outlot C 9.90
Outlot 7.90
Outlot E 14.40
Outlot F 1.50
Outlot 3.00
Outlot H 9.00
Outl of I 25,911,
Total 116.40 Ac.
The combined area for Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, Cray 2nd Addition is
89.99 acres. This area equates to a cash parkland obligation of
$195,998.22. The proponent would be subject to contributing the
difference between the current parkland obligation for Lots 1 and
2, Block 1, Cray 2nd Addition and the amount previously paid for Lot
1, Block 1 Cray 1st Addition. This difference equals approximately
$116,790.42. Since building permits have been issued on Lot 1 and
2, Block 1, Cray 2nd Addition, the cash obligation balance shu.j'd
be paid at the time of the final plat. Lot 3, Block 3 would be
subject to a cash parkland obligation at the time of building permit
issuance. Outlots A, B, C would return to the Advisory Parks and
Recreation Commission when platted as lots. Parks dedication on the
outlots would be determined when platted.
The proponent has requested that the parkland dedication obligation
be credited for a ponding area of 2.24 acres located Thin Lots 1
and 2, Cray 2nd Addition. This area will be placed within a ponding
easement. This ponding area is a necessary component to accommodate
the development of the Cray property. Since the pond provides no
parkland benefit, staff feels that a credit would not be
appropriate.
Issue #2: hat are the trailwa obligations?
The Comprehensive Trails System Plan indicates a continuous
bituminous pathway along the north side of Lone Oak Road.
F COMMISSION ACTION
The Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission may consider the following
recommendations:
1. The developer contribute a cash parkland dedication Ina.lancee for Lots
1 and 2, Cray 2nd Addition of $0.05 per square foot i,,iF;'ius the
previous paid contribution from Cray 1st Addition of $79,207.80.
This parkland dedication balance would be contributed at final plat
of Cray 2nd Addition.
2. Lot , Block 2 would be subject to a cash parkland dedication at the
issuance of the building permit.
3. Outlots A,B,C would be reviewed for parkland dedication when platted
as lots.
4. The developers be responsible for an eight foot wide bituminous
trail along the north side of Lone Oak Road.
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TO: ADVISORY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
KEN RA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION
FRO DOROTHY PETERSON, RECREATION SUPERVISOR
ATE: JUNE 2, 1989
: DEMOGRAPHICS
BACKGROUND
The Commi ssi on may recal l , the Apri 1 6 Commi ssi on meeti ng i ncl uded an ida i teyn
entitled "Facility Standards and Deficiencies". The memo prepared b` >taff for
this agenda item was a detailed review of the standards established in 1982 for
five (5) major athletic/ recreational facilities: tennis courts, softball fields,
hockey rinks, soccer fields and baseball fields. Applying those standards to
today's population of 45,000 and projecting ahead to a 60,000 population; demands
and shortfalls for these facilities were outlined. In addition, the impact of
on-line City facilities and of the high school/middle school complex were
factored.
Direction from the Commission was for staff to update demographics, which had
not been done since the fall of 1986.
DEMOGRAPHICS PROCESS:
Previous demographic studies for the department were based on housing
inventories. Populations for each park service district were extrapolated from
the known number of and types of housing units (single family, ihiplex, multiple
etc.) multiplied by the Metropolitan Council formula for the nu,.fl5er of persons
per type of unit.
The City's most recent housing inventory occurred in 1986. The 1990 census is
being viewed as the source of the next major update of the City's housing
breakdown.
An alternative method was devised by staff to attempt to provide the Commission
with demographics information at this time. This method entailed contacting the
demographers at each of the three school districts. The intent was to:
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1. Begin with a base of known youth ages 0-0.
2. Identify the school districts census areas.
. Interpolate the school district census area's into the department's
park service districts.
Part two of the plan was to use the census totals for ages 0-20, by park service
district; apply those figures to the City's population percentages and thereby
account for the City's population inductively. The City's population percentages
by age range were provided by Urban Decisions Systems, Inc., based on a 1987
study which provided the 1987 percentage and projected percentages for 1992.
The age ranges, however, do not correspond to those provided by the school
district.
The following additional anomalies were encountered along the way.
School district 196 updates its census information every month. Information
used from that district is current through May 31, 1989.
School districts 191 and 197 update each September. Information used from those
districts is current through September 30, 1988.
School district 197 census data does not include youth who reside in apartments.
The 197 policy is to exclude this population from the census due to the
regularity of turn over. In addition, the demographer was unable to provide
census boundary lines as she did not have access to that map. In this instance,
staff arbitrarily placed 20% of 197 numbers in park service district #2 and 80%
in park service district
It should be noted that the City's Community Development Department does not
consider the percentages provided by Urban Decisions Systems, Inc. to be
absolute; inaccuracies have been encountered using the data in other
applications.
The data provided in this report is less definitive than previous studies based
on housing units. In addition, the changed basis for computation suggests
caution in interpretation; comparison to previous studies in particular.
Staff is of the opinion, however, that until the 1990 census figures are
available, a "feel" for the City's demographics could be provided at this time.
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Urban Design System, Inc. percentages:
Ages 1987 1992
0-5 11.5% 10.0%
6-13 14.1 14.6
14-17 6.6 6.1
18-20 3.7 3.2
21-24 5.0 3.7
25-34 22.3 18.9
35-44 21.2 24.5
45-54 7.9 10.0
55-64 4.6 5.0
65+ 3.1 4.0
100% 1001
Approximations of numbers of various populations, by park service district.
1989 - 43,620 1992+ - 59,759
Park Service District #1
School Districts 191 & 196
Population: 4465 6,117
Interpolated data: Ages 0-5 513 612
6-16 924 1,266
17-20 165 = 1,602 youth 196 = 2,074 youth
21-24 223 226
25-34 996 1,156
35-4 947 1,498
45-54 354 612
55-64 205 306
65+ 138 4,465 245 = 6,117
Park Service District #2
School District 197
Population: 8825 12,090
Interpolated data: Ages 0-5 1,015 1,209
6-16 1,827 2,503
17-20 326 = 3,168 youth 387 = 4,099 youth
21-24 441 447
25-34 1,969 2,285
35-44 1,871 2,962
45-54 697 1,209
55-64 406 605
65+ 273 = 8,825 youth 483 = 12,090
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Park Service District # 3
School District 197
Population: 5335 7,309
Interpolated data: Ages 0-5 614 731
6-16 1,104 1,513
17-20 197 = 1,915 youth 234 = 2,478 youth
21-24 372 270
25-34 1,189 1,381
35-44 1,130 1,791
45-54 420 731
55-64 244 365
65+ 165 = 5,335 youth 293 - 7,309
Park Service District # 4
School District 196
Population: 5,193 7,114
Interpolated data: Ages 0-5 597 711
6-16 1,075 1,473
17-20 192 = 1,864 youth 228 = 2,412
21-24 260 263
25-34 1,158 1,345
35-44 1,101 1,743
45-54 410 711
55-64 239 356
65+ 161 = 5,193 284 = 7,114
Park Service District # 5
School District 196
Population: 11,036 1-
Census Data: Ages 0-5 1,325 1,512
6-16 2,172 3,130
17-20 465 = 3,962 youth 484 = 5,126 youth
Interpolated Data: 21-24 552 559
25-34 2,461 2,857
35-44 2,340 3,704
45-54 872 1,512
55-64 507 756
65+ 342 11,036 605 = 15,119
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Park Service District #
School District 196
Population: 8,766 12009
Census Data: Ages 0-5 1,056 1,201
6-16 1,655 2,486
17-20 436 = 3,147 youth 384 = 4,071 youth
Interpolated Data: 21-24 438 445
25-34 1,955 2,270
35-44 1,858 2,942
45-54 693 1,201
55-64 403 600
65+ 272 = 8,766 480 = 12,009
Note:
Because of missing data and without means to "know" with certainty where data
is missing, this interpolation creates a population of 43,620.
Projecting ahead to 1992/60,000 population; no attempt was made to pre- letermine
which park service district would grow the most. All districts -.L increased
proportionately.
Trends that can be noted include the following:
School age populations will continue to grow, however, the greatest increase is
likely to be in the 25-45 age category.
The 17-20 year age group is likely to continue to be the smallest.
The numbers of seniors will likely show a gradual increase.
ACRES UNDER DEVELOPMENT
IST IC 1 TOTAL wren[[ O V = , y € "L
River Hills 4.1 4.1 4.1 .0
Cinnamon 7.5 4.0 3.0 4.5
Slaters Acres .5 4.3 4.3 4.2
Kettle Park 9.5 8.0 8.0 1.5
Rahn 60.0 54.0 27.0 6.0
Meadowlands 14.0 12.0 12.0 2.0
103.6 86.4 58.4 18.2
DISTRICT 2
Cedar Pond 7.7 .9 3.9 3.8
Woodhaven 24.0 19.2 11.0 5.2
Peridot Path 6.2 5.5 5.5 .7
Carnelian 7.5 7.5 7.5 0.0
Blackhawk 75.0 40. 6.5 35.0
Skyhill 12.0 12.0 12.0 0.0
132.4 88.1 46.4 44.7
DISTRICT
Quarry 9.9 9.9 9.9 0.0
Pilot Knob 10.0 7.0 4.0 3.0
Highview 7.2 7.2 6.0 1.2
Country Home 4.3 4.3 4.3 0.0
Moonshine 4.9 3.0 0.0 4.9
36.3 31.4 24.2 12.1
DISTRICT
Lexington 6.6 6.6 6.6 0.0
Bur Oaks 4.3 10.0 10.0 33.0
Fish Lake 7.9 4.0 2.5 3.9
O'Leary 16.8 10.0 7.0 6.8
Mueller Farm 10.0 7.5 7.5 2.5
Wescott Station 31.8 20.0 0.0 31.8
116.1 58.1 33.6 78.0
f\ x
DISTRICT 5
Berry Patch 7.6 1.5 1.0 6.6 7.6
Patrick Eagan 102.0 80.0 4.0 22.0
Northview 64.0 59.0 59.0 6.0
Lakeside 6.7 4.7 .0 1.7
South Oaks 4.6 4.1 4.1 .5
Trapp Farm 59.5 25.0 9.0 34.5
Walnut Hill 25.8 20.0 11.0 5.8
Oak Hills Pond 3.7 1.0 0.0 3.7
Goat Hill 22.8 12.0 10.0 10.8
Ravine 14.2 .0 0.0 11.2
Oak Chase 5.0 4.5 3.0 .5
Carlson Lake 12.4 5.0 1.5 7.4
Well Site 13.8 7.6 4. 6.2
E. Thomas Lake 7.0 4.2 1.0 3.8
Ohmann 15.0 15.0 13.0 2.0
indcrest 12.3 4.0 .5 8.3 12.3
Bridle Ridge 20.0 15.0 10.0 5.0
Wandering Walk 30.0 5.0 0.0 25.0
Coventry Pass 15.0 6.0 0.0 9.0
Lexington/ Diffley 65.0 55.0 0.0 10.0
506.40 331.6 134.5 180.0 16.9
DISTRICT 6
idgecliff 16.6 15.0 15.0 1.6
Walden Heights 4.4 4.4 0.0 0.0
Thomas Lake 59.5 12.0 6.0 47.5
Evergreen 8.0 6.0 6.0 2.0
Heine Pond 10.5 3.0 3.0 7.5
Willmus 15.5 7.0 0.0 8.5
114.5 47.4 30.0 67.1 0
IST ICT 5/
Highline Trail 43.1 10.0 6.6 33.1 43.1
any the acreage figures are estimates.
of all properties are represented in this summary. Several t,,iial l outl o'
omitted.
DISTRIBUTION F FACILITIES
DISTRICT 1 DISTRICT 2 I_ T _TACT 3
Population: 4,465 8,825 5,335
Total Park Acres: 103.6 132.4 36.3
Developed Acres: 58.4 46.4 24.2
Open Space: 18.2 44.7 12.1
Usable Acres: 86.4 88.1 31.4
Facilities:
Soccer: 1 minor 0 1 minor
Baseball: 1 0 0
Hockey: 2 4
Tennis: 4 lighted 4 4
Softball: 0
DISTRICT 4 DISTRICT 5 D1~ ICT 6
Population: 5,193 11,036 ,766
Total Park Acres: 116.1 506.40 43.1
Developed Acres: 33.6 134.5 .6
Open Space: 7. 180. 33.1
Usable Acres: 58.1 331.6 47.4
Facilities
Soccer: 0 4 (2 minor) 0
Baseball 2 0
Hockey 2 1
Tennis 3 2 4
Softball 0 7
FOR COMMISSION ACTION:
The intent of this memorandum is informational and to stimulate discussion
regarding facilities standards and deficiencies. No action is required regarding
this memorandum.
MEMORANDUM
T ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION
FRO : KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION
ATE: MARCH 22, 1989
E: FACILITIES STANDARDS AND DEFICIENCIES
BACKGROUND
With the adoption of the Parks System Plan in 1982, the City established certain
standards for determining the needs for facilities within Eagan Parks. (See
Section C, Section I, pages 1 through 19 of the Parks Systems Plan). 1-he
standards identified the "demand" and "shortfall" for facilities when comparad
against projected population growth. At the time of the Systems Plan, these
estimates were for a projected population of 37,500 to approximately 40,000,
which were estimated to be attained by the year 1990.
ISSUE
Eagan's growth, and parks development, have outpaced the projected facilities
needed that were expected when the Systems Plan was completed. Since the City
has surpassed those projections, staff feels that it is appropriate to reapply
those standards to today's population and a projected population of 60,000, to
once again determine the needs and deficiencies for facilities; and to determine
if there is a need to re-prioritize the emphasis placed on construction of new
facilities. Since staff is just beginning to update a Five Year C.I.P. for parks
from 1989 through 1993; this review will also aid in that work.
(Incidentally, the growth factor also points to the need to give serious
consideration for a major update of the Parks System Plan.)
DATA
Attached are the data sheets which support the findings summarized by the chart
below. It would be appropriate for the Commission to thoroughly review and
become familiar with this information in order to reach a conclusion regarding
the facilities and concur as to the designation of each category. Staff will
review the facilities pointed out in the issues, these may have an impact on the
"existing" and the "shortfall" categories.
STANDARDS/DEFICIENCIES
BASED ON 45.000 POPULATION
#195 POP
E GA STAND 1982 1989 1989 CITY 5CHOOL 60,000
FACILITY 1 PER x RES EXISTING DEMAND EXISTING EMANDISHORTFL LINE IMPACT DEMAND
Tennis 1,750 10/14 21 24/3 13 0 34
Softball 2,000 10/12 # 10 22/12 -1/2 1 30
Hockey 3,000 5/ 12 15/3 2 0 20
Soccer
Major 5,000 **2/5 2 9/3 5 2 12
Minor 4 1 0
In 13 2 5
In & Out 5 9/3 5 0
Baseball ,000 0/3 3 5/2 0 1 7.5
* Included private softball fields at Unisys and Blue Cross/ Blue Shield
Corporation. Those fields are no longer available.
* In and out season fields, adult size. Two (2) private fields at
le Cross/ Blue Shield are used by the City, but not counted.
# Impact of Eagan High School and Dakota Hills Middle School Fields:
The City's development agreement with school District #195 will provide
the following additional facilities for City use beginning in 1991.
# Lighted fields are counted as -1/2.
**Does not take into account lighting o an tennis courts.
ANALYSIS
This section of the memorandum is intended to review each of the facility areas in order to
stimulate discussion and determine the priorities of existing and future needs.
TENNIS
The department has twenty-one existing tennis courts, all of which are i good to excellent
condition. Only three courts; at Lexington, Country Home and Highvie are in need of, repair.
These courts are to be resurfaced in 1989 as part of the bituminous maintenance Program.
This will bring the level of court conditions to an "excellent" rating. The depar m,-ant is
only marginally "short" of facilities; and given the City's demographics, this shortfall
seems to be somewhat situational. Further, it is expected that by the summer's end, the City
will have available no fewer than twelve additional courts and as high as fourteen with the
addition of courts at Bur Oaks and Northview Parks.
CONCLUSION
It would appear the department has adequately met the normal needs for tennis courts. The
concern has been expressed that courts at Northview, which are to be shared with the school
district, could reduce the availability of court time/court space to the general pu,,D~lic at
certain periods of time. The City should pay close attention to how these new courts are
actually utilized and if there is indeed a serious or notable impact on the public as a
result of this cooperative arrangement. Further, impacts of any private facilities need to
be evaluated in the future for their effect on the public court usage.
PTIO S,ICON I E TI N
The department should seriously consider the lighting of tennis courts, particularly
Northview, as a means of meeting future tennis court shortfalls beyond this planning
framework, and/or to meet the need of court space during popular evening hours; dusk to
midnight in the summer and fall months. South Oaks and eadowland Parks were designed to
accommodate tennis courts at such time as the need may arise. The department may want to
consider tennis return boards as an enhancement at one or more tennis court locations.
HOCKEY RINKS
The department currently has twelve hockey rinks which does not include the temporary rink
boards at Lexington Park. Two new rinks will be constructed this year at Bridle Ridge Park.
These two rinks are needed as much for the distribution balance within the City as they are
for the number they represent within the systems plan needs. With the exception of the two
hockey rinks at Rahn Park, circa 1973/1974, all rinks are in excellent condition with
Woodhaven being the next oldest of the rink facilities, having been constructed in 1983.
The standards of one hockey rink for 3,000 appears to be appropriate and little short fall
was experienced this past winter in scheduling. Three factors need to be taken into
consideration when discussing future needs of outdoor hockey rinks. The first is the growth
level of the Hockey Association, and should the Association continue on its current growth
pattern through the next to 4 years, then additional rinks may be required. Two; if there
is continued growth and demand for broo ball and boot hockey, this too will add press_'re, on
existing facilities and require additional facilities more in line with standards
established. The off-setting factor to the growth side is the impact of an indoor ice arena.
If and when this facility is built, such rink would reduce the demand pressure on outdoor
facilities. Finally, expansion of open skating areas might also reduce skating surface needs
as implied with the hockey rink.
CO CLVS1
Hockey rinks are in excellent condition, well lighted and in adequate number and distribution
in the City at present. If additional facilities are needed at some point in the future,
a site will need to be found, as only Woodhaven Park (which is currently under utilized) has
space for expansion for a second rink immediately to the west of the current facility. Other
options should be considered to meet ice time demands.
SOCCER
Soccer, without a doubt, is the most difficult facility to project and plan for i terms of
numbers of facilities required. The current standard of one to five-thousand (1 - 5,000)
might be the most liberal of standards; some communities currently having one soccer (1)
field per three thousand (I - 3,000) residents. Due to the fact that soccer has become a
very popular sport in recent years with large increases in participation; a one (1) to three
thousand (3,000) ratio may be more accurate than the old 1982 figure now that history has
provided a longer term view.
Two factors which tend to obscure and make difficult the review of soccer facilities is that
soccer is not strictly a fall or "one-season" activity. It has become a spring are ,ummer
sport, putting pressure on the need for "free standing" fields. That is, fields that do not
overlay ball fields and therefore can be used for soccer during the softball/baseball season.
To help illustrate this, the Eagan Athletic Association has 260 youths signed up, for
Spring/Summer Travel Soccer. The department will also receive requests for field space
from a men's league and the Rosemount Area Athletic Association for those Eagan youths who
are members of RAAA (about 45%). To meet the needs of the summer soccer group, we can only
they can only be scheduled on free-standing fields.
A second factor affecting field assignment may be size (only free standing fields can be
assigned.) The field size factor has been introduced to the standards/deficiencies chart
for the first time. Field size was not included in the scope of the 1982 standards study.
Soccer, unlike most sports, has the ability to adapt itself to different size facilities.
Very small children can use hockey rinks in the summer. (E has 1 such bantam soccer teams
this year). Soccer programs for children older than six require a field facility. Smaller
fields, 70 yards by 50 yards, are suitable up to age ten. This "adaptability" is a two-
edged sword however, in that an adequate number of facilities of suitable size need to be
provided for groups if they are to play in leagues. The issue now becomes, providing
sufficient numbers of fields properly sized for adults and older youth in addition to a
second category of beginner fields, sized for juvenile players, ages 7 through 10. Like
other sports, a close review of the number of participants and growth rate is important to
monitor in order to ensure the availability of fields to meet needs.
It may be appropriate to speak of the need for soccer fields in two dimensions, field size.
to meet the needs of youth and adults, and the seasonal needs. That is, the needs of an
increasing number of soccer players who are participants in out-of-season Spring and Summer
soccer. There needs to be an adequate number of fields both "In" and "Out" of season;
satisfying one need, may not satisfy the other.
Clearly there is a need for additional soccer "free standing" fields for spring/s uminier , play,
and this field issue should be a first priority. The fields at Ohmann Park will alleviate
those needs somewhat when they become available sometime in 1991.
FACTORS TO E Ca SOEE
Impact of the additional fields at the Eagan High School/Middle School should be considered.
These are "full" sized fields, but again are overlays, and the quality of the playing field
will be somewhat suspect given the probability of intense use. While the City will be able
to utilize these facilities (for distribution to the associations), the amount of time and
space they will provide, is yet undetermined.
The City has the use of two fields at Blue Cross/Blue Shield, however due to the
unpredictable nature of their disposition in the years ahead, and have not bee=n counted in
this report. While we believe that the fields will remain available for use by the City in
the future, that is 1989 and 1990; the fields may not be available beyond this near term
range. If they are available, we will consider them a bonus or a "margin of error factor".
ETI _THE NEEDS
To meet the needs for soccer fields in the future, several solutions might be considered and
reviewed. (1) double headers could be scheduled. That is, back-to-back games, thus getting
more from the existing fields. (This is being done now to some extent) (2) eliminate the
ballields as overlays, thus providing free standing soccer fields (out-of-season), (3)
construction of soccer fields at the new athletic site, consider lighting soccer fields
at either mane, Northview or the new site as a means to increase fields available, (5)
place soccer fields on existing softball fields, such as Rahn and Northview. However, this
may conflict with the adult softball season. Also these fields overlays would be of a
smaller size. These are only possible solutions that need to be evaluated. For example,
double headers may not produce an appreciable difference if daylight expires before the game
does. Perhaps combination of solutions may be necessary. Further review and discussion
is required.
SOFTBALL
The most glaring deficiency in the system, at least now and in the near future, appears to
be in the category of softball fields. Staff did additional review in this category to
determine why, if the deficiency is as bad as it appears right now, there have not been more
protests over the lack of facilities.
The department has already gone through a "no growth" cycle for softball due to the inability
to provide field space for league play. The City has actually turned away organizations
requesting fields, who may have a legitimate claim to field space, but we simply can not
provide it without dislodging current/returning teams. For example, church leagues have gone
elsewhere, or simply not organized into teams/league because of insufficient field space.
The department has received a much more serious request for field space in 1989, and is still
trying to find an acceptable use opportunity. Some of the churches are gust becoming
organized and as their organizations become more mature, will be a source of increased
demands in the years to come.
Eagan businesses and organizations occasionally request field space, but have been refused
(for lack of availability) or they have been diverted to neighborhood facilities such as Sky
Hill or Woodhaven. Since the City does have a number of high quality park facilities on
which youth practice and play, this has mitigated the apparent short fall in game facilities.
Community f°* ld space is filled for the 1989 season, and unfortunately the department had
4o discourai people from trying to place new teams into an already filled league. If not,
there would have been even more teams on the "waiting list".
brief review of the history of the growth of adult softball in Eagan reveals:
1982 1983 1984 1985 1986 1987 .1988
Field 4 @ Northvw same same V 4 lighted same NV same
Space 4 @ Unisys fields fields V field 5 as '5 @ Rahn as '87
2 @ Blue Cross/BS (Unisys fields (BC/BS
Withdrawn) (Withdrawn)
of 8 Teams 90 Teams 3 Teams 101 Teams 110 Teams 135 Teams 167 Teams
Teams
Periods of "no growth" appeared in 1982-84 when facilities were limited to Northview, Unisys
and Blue Cross/Blue Shield. (The nights of play were restricted by the availability of the
private facilities).
The first blimp of growth appeared in 1985, with the lighting of four fields at Northview,
and the addition of one night of play. Significant growth occurred between 1985 and 1988
when teams could be encouraged by assurance of field space to accommodate new teams.
Space for teams in 1989 exists only on Monday, identified for women's league play, and on
Friday ® for Co-Rec play.
A comparison of other communities' facilities and adult softball programs reveals.
loomin ton, with a population of 85,000 had 647 adult softball teams playing on 31 fields,
10 of which are lighted, 9 are irrigated, 22 of which are fully fenced and 9 of which are
private facilities, used by the City.
Plymouth, with a population of 40,000 had 186 adult softball tearr.-;>, pla.ying on 6 fully
fenced, lighted fields and on 2 unfenced fields. A new complex with 2-4 fenced fields is
being planned.
Eden Prairie with a population of 34,000 had 222 adult softball teams. They played on 8
fully fenced fields, two of which are lighted. In addition 6 fields in neighborhood parks
are used for adult play.
Eagan's existing facilities are in excellent to good condition, with four lighted and
irrigated fields at Northview. The fifth field at Northview is obviously depen,d~nt upon
rain; the drought of last year left the turf quality seriously deteriorated, as are the "tho',ee
fields at Rahn. Nevertheless, the department feels that under normal conditions the holds
are in good to excellent condition.
EI THE NEED
The department has already taken the first step necessary for providing for addit;'` s,al
fields. Grading for the three fields at Northview Park was begun in May 1987, and reseeded
in 1988 due to drought conditions. The three fields may be placed into service as ears' as
1994, although this is very optimistic. An additional field will be available from the High
ichool, giving us four new fields by 1991-92. These four fields will accommodate
approximately 0 teams. (four fields 2 games 2 teams X 5 nights = 80). Again, this
Issues equal distribution of use patterns over the five week nights.
Needs for additional field space could also be met with the (1) lighting of fields , 7 and
at Northview and possibly field 5. This in effect would create space at one-half increment
per field or -1/2 fields by lighting .
Another alternative involves the planning and construction of the new athletic field site
creating five softball fields at this location. These five fields, with lighting, will
provide for 30 teams per evening. (Lighting is an option that can be considered at a later
date)
Another alternative would be change in operational policies which would put competitive
teams into neighborhood parks for game purposes. (This would likely meet with serious
neighborhood opposition and would only make field situations more difficult for youth teams
who are already facing a shortage of field space.)
As it relates to softball field construction, a thought comes to mind of the long lead time
of putting fields into use. By continuing a strict interpretation of residency rules and
discouraging team growth (as has been done in the past), the Depart,: t may very well be able
to get by with providing only three to four new fields betwe now and 1991. This
construction would complete what has already been planned. Beyond 1991, additional field
space will be needed requiring the new HUD fields to come on line 1993. It appears that the
only logical choice for the Commission, if it is to meet this particular need, would be to
(1) light the new orthview Athletic Fields and (2) have the new athletic site ready for use
by 1993.
BASEBALL
The Department provides one minor and two major baseball fields within the system at present.
Goat Hill has two fields, both in excellent condition, one major and one minor. With the
lighting of the major league baseball field, the department is able to accommodate double
headers. The two remaining fields at Rahn Park/Rahn Athletic Fields are in fair to poor
condition. The major league field at Rahn Athletic Park was installed with irrigation
equipment last year. With the irrigation system, it is hopeful that the quality of the turf
and the playing conditions of this field will improve dramatically so that there will be an
improvement in its playability from a fair condition to an excellent condition by 1991.
The second field at Rahn is the 75 foot base path field (minor) which has a backstop but no
outfield fence. This field is in generally poor condition because of auxiliary use of Rahn
Park. This field will remain so unless steps are taken to upgrade its playability, or
reduce/eliminate the overlapping use, i.e., July 4th Celebration soccer field overlay.
SHORTAGES
It is obvious that the Department will have a shortfall of baseball field for at least the
next two years. This is born out by the demand for baseball fields for the 1989 calendar
year. What has previously limited baseball in Eagan has been (1) the splitting of youth
between the three athletic associations and (2) cutting of team rosters. For example,
although some 50 players were out for the 16 year old baseball team last year, roster size
was only 20. The remaining boys were without a team to play on and subsequently found other
activities to take up their time. Should this change and "B" teams be developed, there will
ae a real crunch on field space for both games and practices.
II SCHOOL PACT
The impact of the Eagan High School and Middle School may alleviate the present need for
baseball fields in the near future within the community. One major league fenced field, with
four practice fields will be provided at the high school. This should provide for players
ages 1 and above. Intermediate league fields, provided on the Middle School, for ages 13
through 15 should also be adequate. These fields will have a 75 foot base distance without
outfield fences. This addition will improve the field space needed for the 13 to 15 year
old range.
Factors to watch will be the trend of more youth playing baseball in the future, and the
development of "B" teams over the next few years. Additional facilities may be needed if
this occurs.
Meeting field space needs of the future may come from the following alternatives: (1) the
lighting of Rahn baseball field and the lighting of a minor league field (Goat Hill) (2)
agreements with the High School to fence/and light designated practice fields for conversion
to a game field (3) enlargement of an existing softball field for baseball (4) placement
of a baseball field in a neighborhood park such as Wescott Station. Assuming, however, that
the High School/ Middle School fields will be available by 1991, the City has some growth to
go before need will be pressing for additional baseball facilities. Teams will simply have
to get through the next few years before conditions will improve.
What should be recalled, however, is that fencing baseball fields limits soccer overlays.
SUMMARY
It is the intent of this report to provide the Commission with data concerning deficiencies
and shortfalls in various facilities within the park system. We hope that we have provided
you with sufficient information to give you an accurate picture of the needs and the
facilities available. The Staff feels it important that the Commission again review these
facility needs and again establish priorities on how it will meet deficiencies within the
system; also review allocation of funds to meet these needs vis a vis other Park systems
needs and obligations.
DEFINITION F TERMS
r
Baseball: Fully fenced, mound, pegged bases; in a community park.
Softball: Fully fenced, pegged bases, agricultural line in field,
in community park.
Ball field: Back stop, agricultural lime infield, in a neighborhood
ark.
Soccer I Season: Soccer field striping on bllfield; in a neighborhood
park.
Major Soccer: Available in and out of season in a community or
neighborhood park, 300 225.
Minor Soccer: Available in and out of season, sized 210 to 220 X 150
to 160.
Tennis: Color coated playing surface, fenced
Hockey: Permanently installed rink boards
Lighted Fields: 1-112 fields; the rationale is: in the typical -:30
(softball) P.M. playing time frame, one field will serve adult
teams. With lights, said field will serve 6 adult
teams.
In Season: Baseball, May through July
Softball, May through October
Soccer, August to mid-October
Lighted fields: 2 fields, the rationale is: in the typical 6-8:30 P.M.
(baseball) playing time frame, one field will serve 2 youth or
adult teams. With lights, said field will serve 4
youth or adult teams.
On Line: Seeded in 1988, ready for use sometime in 1990.
TENNIS
Facility i ed Parkin r umber
Tennis Court Y OS Rahn 1
Tennis Court OS Rahn 1
Tennis Court Y OS Rahn 1
Tennis Court Y OS Rahn 1
Tennis Court No PL Woodhaven 1
Tennis Court No PL Woodhaven I
Tennis Court No PL Pilot Knob 1
Tennis Court No PL Pilot Knob 1
Tennis Court No OS Country Nome 1
Tennis Court No OS Lexington 1
Tennis Court No PL O'Leary 1
Tennis Court No PL O'Leary 1
Tennis Court No OS Oak Chase 1
Tennis Court No OS Oak Chase 1
Tennis Court No OS Evergreen 1
Tennis Court No OS Evergreen 1
Tennis Court No PL Ridgecliff 1
Tennis Court No PL Ridgecliff 1
Tennis Court No PL Sky Hill 1
Tennis Court No PL Sky Hill 1
Tennis Court No OS Highvie 1
TOTAL 21
FUTURE TENNIS FACILITIES
Tennis Courts Future PL '0 Northview Athletic 11
Tennis Courts No PL '90 Bur Oak 2
TOTAL 34
SKATING LIE
Foci ity lighted :4r-in Park Number
Hockey Rink Yes OS Rahn 1
Hockey Rink Yes OS Rahn 1
Hockey Rink Yes PL Carnelian 1
Hockey Rink Yes S Woodhaven I
Hockey Rink Yes L Quarry I
Hockey Rink Yes PL Quarry 1
Hockey Rink Yes PL Pilot Knob I
Hockey Rink Yes PL Goat Hill I
Hockey Rink Yes PL Goat Hill 1
Hockey Rink Yes PL Ridgecliff I
Hockey Rink Yes PL Sky Hill I
Hockey Rink Yes PL Sky Hill I
TOTAL 12
FUTURE HOCKEY FACILITIES
Hockey Rinks Yes PL Bridle Ridge 2
TOTAL 14
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Well Site 1
Pleasure Rink Yes OS Rahn 1
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Carnelian 1
Pleasure Rink Yes OS Woodhaven I
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Quarry I
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Pilot Knob 1
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Goat Hill I
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Ridgecliff 1
Pleasure Rink Yes PL Sky Hill 1
Pleasure Rink Street OS Country Home 1
Pleasure Rink Yes OS Lexington i
Pleasure Rink Street OS Evergreen 1
Pleasure Rink Street PL Bridle Ridge I
Pleasure Rink Timer OS Highview I
Pleasure Rink Timer OS Cedar Pond I
Pleasure Rink Street OS Bur Oaks I
TOTAL 16
FUTURE - _ S LAKE SKATING TRAIL
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KEY: Soccer In Season = August - October
Out Season a - July
Max In Season
Facility ae Dimensions _qutLseason __Parking_ Park
Mini Soccer 1 210 X 150 In Out O Cinnamon
Mini Soccer 10 210 150 In OS Rahn
Mini Soccer 180 120 In OS Woodhaven Beryl
Mini Soccer 180 120 In PL Woodhaven Gold
Mini Soccer 180 120 In OS Highview
Mini Soccer 180 120 In OS Country Nome
Mini Soccer 180 X 120 In OS Lexington
Mini Soccer 10 220 X 150 In Out OS Oak Chase
Mini Soccer 180 120 In OS Evergreen
Mini Soccer 180 120 In PL Ridgecliff
Mini Soccer 180 120 In PL Ridgecliff
Mini Soccer 235 X 130 In & Out OS South Oaks
Mini Soccer 10 210 X 165 In Out PL Quarry
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In PL Rahn Park
Soccer 1 270 180 In PL Sky Hill
Soccer 12 280 200 In PL Walnut Hill
Soccer 16 300 X 200 In PL Meadowlands
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In & Out PL Northview Ath.
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In & Out PL Northview Ath.
CI FACILITIES DER CONSTRUCTION
Max I Season
Facility Acre Di nsions Outseason Year Pars Park/School
Soccer 1 300 170 In '0 Mini Kettle
Soccer Adult 300 200 In Out '90 PL Bridle Ridge
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In & Out '1 PL Ohmann
Soccer Adult 300 225 In Out '91 PL Ohmann
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In & Out '91 PL Ohmann
Soccer Adult 300 X 225 In '91 PL 0hr"inn
Soccer 16 300 X 180 In & Out 191 PL Mueller Farm
EAGAN I SC OT ILLS H.S. DER CONSTRUCTION
occer/Footbl Adult 330 195 In 191 PL S
occer/Foot l Adult 310 195 In 191 PL S
Soccer Adult 330 195 In 191 PL HS
Soccer Adult 330 195 In 191 PL HS
Soccer Adult 330 195 In 191 PL HS
Soccer 16 330 195 In 191 PL S
Soccer 16 330 X 195 In 191 PL MS
Soccer 16 330 195 In 191 PL S
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OUTDOOR PLAY FACILITIES
MARCH 1989
E: allfield = Unfenced Outfield Baseball = hound
li Infield Softball = Fenced fields
Suitable for softball Parking OS = Street
L Parking lot
SOFTBALL/BASEBALL
Max Line Bas.,
Facility e ames Infield Outfield Dist. Maw Park Par!5! ghoul
Ballfield 12 Yes Aglime Open 250 60' OS Rahn
Ballfield 12 Yes Aglime Open 250 0' OS Woodhaven Beryl
Ballfield 12 Yes Aglime Open 230 60' PL Woodhaven Gold
Ballfield 16(SB) Yes Aglime Open 250 65' PL Sky Hill
Ballfield 12 Yes Aglime Open 250 65' PL Quarry
Ballfield 8 Yes Aglime Open 180 45' OS Lexington
Ballfield 16() Yes Aglime Open 250 65' PL Walnut Hill
Ballfield 12 Yes Aglime Open 250 65' PL Ridgecliff
Ballfield 16(SB) Yes Aglime Open 250 65' PL Meadowlands
Ballfield 13/14 Yes Aglime Open 300 75' PL Rahn Park
Baseball 13/14 Yes Grass Md Fenced 245 75' PL Goat Hill
Baseball Adult Yes Grass d Fenced 325 90' PL Goat Hill
Baseball Adult Yes Grass d Fenced 325 0' PL Rahn Athl.
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 275 65' PL V Athl 1
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 285 65' PL NV Athl 2
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 285 65' PL NV Athl 3
Softball Adult Yes Aglime- Fenced 285 65' PL V Athl 4
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 285 65' PL NV Athl 5
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 280 65' PL Rahn Ath 2
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 280 5' PL Rahn Ath 3
Softball Adult Yes Aglime Fenced 280 65' PL Rahn Ath 4
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CI F ILITIE E CONSTRUCTION
Max Line 'as,
Facility cie Giunes Infield utfield Dist. Kn Park P'arkt`Sc. qol
allfield 16 Avail'90 Aglime Open 280 65 PL Carnelian
allfield 16 Avail'90 Aglime Open 280 65 PL Bridle Ridge
allfield 12 Avail'90 Aglime Open 250 65 Mini Kettle Park
Ballfield 10 Avail'90 Aglime Open 225 65 PL Woodland
allfield 1 Av il'90 Aglime Open 265 65 PL Woodland
Ballfield 1 Avail'91 Aglime Open 270 65 PL Ohmann
Softball Adult vil'9 Aglime fenced 285 65 PL orthview Athl
Softball Adult Avail'90 Aglime fenced 285 65 PL Northview Athl
Softball Adult Avail'90 Aglime fenced 285 65 L Northview Athl
EA AN HIGH SCHOOL/DAKOTA HILLS M.S. UNDER CONSTRUCTION
Softball Adult Avail'1 Aglime fenced 300 65 PL HS
Softball Adult vail'1 Aglime Open 290 65 PL HS
Baseball Adult vail'91 Grass d fenced 340 90 PL HS
Baseball Adult vail'91 Grass Md Open 340 90 PL HS
Baseball Adult Avail'91 Grass Md Open 340 90 PL HS
Baseball Adult vail'91 Grass Md Open 320 90 PL HS
Baseball Adult Avail'91 Grass d Open 320 90 PL HS
MIDDLE SCHOOL
Baseball 12-15 Avail'91 Aglime Open 240 75 PL MS
Baseball 12-15 Avail'91 Aglime Open 240 75 PL MS
Baseball 12-15 Avail'91 Aglime Open 240 75 PL MS
Baseball 12-15 Avail'91 Aglime Open 240 5 PL MS
MEMORANDUM
O: ADVISORY PARKS D RECREATION COMMISSION
KEN V A, DIRECTOR OF PARKS A RECRE TIO1-FROM: DOROTHY PETERSON, RECREATION SUPERVISC:
DATE: JUNE 26, 1989
E: POLICY ISSUES; DAYCARE CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN „w.....' RECREATION
ACTIVITIES
BACKGROUND
The Commission may recall that following the sur playground report in
September of last year, informal discussion developd concerning specific aspects
o summer recreation activities, perceived to be related to day care providers
children participating i programs. Concerns were express i r l-r'in : if-w o
deal with kids who do not want to be at the programs but ~ ~'o J. 1 1. care provider to pick them up, discipline problem7 presen,,
rivalries among day care children and the overall qu s ic.. its
know that the day care provider is bringing the childr`:i to r= -ion
activity and the ramifications o that to the City.
ISSUES
Staff has consulted with Dakota County Social Services, which licenses day care
providers to learn whether the presence of day care children a summer program
sites create additional concerns for the City.
During the licensing procedure, a day care provider signs, as part of the
licensure provision, an agreement that acknowledges the requirement for gaining
written permission from the parent for travel (even to o to the store) or to
participate i an activity away from the location of the day care. The day care
provider is responsible for acquiring said permission.
Special restrictions apply to preschoolers, defined as any c ;l q,o
entered kindergarten. child o this age is not permitted t- s r
with a non-adult! The general rule of thumb is that a pr_ ul
within sight or hearing of the day care provider. With par 1 si wssion,
preschooler may participate in a program, supervised by adults. critical
questions at this juncture is, "how do they get them there?"....the travel
requirement.
Guidelines for school age children are less stringent. ritte ,nnssion,
travel permission and adult supervision are required.
Of particular concern to the City is, are the day care providers acquiring the
required written permission for the children i their care to participant in the
department's activities: And, i they are not, does the City assume additional
responsibility/liability for these children knowing they are from day care
centers!!
DISCUSSION
At this juncture, the department has no knowledge as to whether day care
providers are acquiring the require written permission from parents prior to
signing children u for a program such as Summer in the Park. It must be
emphasized that the responsibility for this provision rests with the day care
provider, per statute.
Summer In the ark is currently the only activity for which gene, I r0F 1011
is made at the park. All other programs require prior rrgist -ti€n 1 s
handled at the Municipal Center. Parents typically affect those registrations.
For Summer in the ark, i is most likely that the day care provider is this adult
who registers his/her day care children a the park. review of permission
slips for Summer i the Park field trips indicates that parents most typically
are signatures o permission slips. cases where neighbor or anot 'ult
registers the child, that adult is asked to sign the parents' name and initial
the signature. The department has no means of separating a neighbor frr; a day
care provider in those instances.
Discussion with Dakota County Social Services suggests alternate policy courses
by which the City could address the day care permission issue.
1. The department could assume that written permission to parvciate
has been acquired by the day care provider. In th,t li- ire is
in jeopardy without it, the department could coat'
practice, which allows the day care provide.
registration a the park.
2. second alternative, considered by Dakota County Social Services
to be the safest for the City, is to require the par=ent to register
the child into the program.
FOR COMMISSION ACTION:
I is appropriate that the Advisory Commission direct staff ~ht~t may be new
policy area in reference to day care children who parti- in ;epm rot,
programs.
The Commission ay: 1. Determine that current practice is appropriate.
2. Determine that, in the City's best interest, a
policy be initiated that requires parent si rjna ure
for all activities for which registrations are
taken.
DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS
1. The new variable terrain stage was delivered on Monday, line 19, in time
for the Grand Opening of the Thomas Lake Pavilion. The s'.- ----s purcha..scd
in conjunction with the City of Lakeville, however, it .ill be stored in
Eagan and Eagan will co-ordinate its use.
. Evening in the Parks events are underway. "Instruments of Eagan," the
newly formed "city band" were the first presenters. The new stage and new
PA system were a welcome addition to this program offering.
3. The Eagan Seniors have a trip to the Amish Community in Minnesota,
planned for July. It is hoped that thirty (30) young a4 heart folks will
find the trip to their liking.
4. Concessions at Northview Athletic are in the black! At this writing, that
amount is approximately $1,000.00.
. Community Education # 196 has indicated that the gymnasium at Dakota Hills
Middle School will be ready for use in early December. The department is
ambitious in terms of the number of hours we will request for community
use of the gym. The tongue in cheek concept of five (5) night:; peer week
will in fact develop into an official request for some five nights per
week. It is imperative for the department's fall and winter programming
that we successfully engineer sufficient hours in that facility.
6. The Youth Athletic Associations are beginning to request coaches clinics
for fall programs. Clinics for soccer and football are in the picture.
7. The Domino's Tennis League is four teams strong once again. Match play
began on June 21.
. Registrations for summer recreation activities have resulted in somewhere
between 6,000 and 7,000 entries into the computer. Several hectic days
have been experienced, trying to run class rosters at the same time as
six other Logis communities!
9. During the month of July, one or both baseball fields are booked on 25 of
the 31 days.
10. The Facilities Committee will convene on July 10 - at issue will be soccer
fields for the fall leagues. Season dates will create some problems as
RAAA Soccer begins prior to EAA baseball being completed. Soccer overlays
must wait for baseball to end. The enormous size of the fall soccer
activity will have staff lining fields on patches of grass, anywhere that
it is found.
11. Perhaps you saw the Stagedoor Performers slush ice booth at the 4th of July
celebration. The group continues to work and plan for a fall play for
children.
HAPPENINGS
PAGE TWO
12. Staff were pleased with the community's turn out and with the manner the
Grand Opening of the Thomas Lake Pavilion unfolded. It was great to see
so many Commission members at the events, sharing in the community's warm
feelings toward the park.
13. Summer programs are going strong with boys and girls spending their
afternoons at the Summer in the Park sites. Ridgecliff, Rahn and Walnut
Hill Parks have the most participants.
1. Two field trips have been taken so far this summer. A total of 252 kids
plus 30 staff spent an afternoon at Hyland Hills, Chutes and Ladders Park
in Bloomington. One Hundred Eighty Five (185) kids and thirty (30) staff
spent a day at the Minnesota Zoo. The trips were enjoyed by all.
15. All Tiny Tots sessions are full. One hundred twenty (120) three, four and
five year olds are enjoying songs, games and crafts that are led by a
creative staff.
16. The 3-on-3 Basketball League began play Monday, June 1, at Sky Hill Park.
The League will play Mondays through the end of August. Five (5) teams
have registered.
17. The Horseshoe League did not materialize for 1989. Ho~~vipvLr, due to the
interest shown, every Tuesday at Ohmann Park, 7:00 P.M., hose-shoe pitchers
will meet. Hopefully, interest will grow and a league will be formed next
year.
1. The League Softball Tournament was held June 17 and 18 at orthview
Athletic Park. Thirty-two (32) men's teams and five (5) women's teams
participated. The weather cooperated and the weekend was enjoyed by all.
Well, at least three teams enjoyed the weekend by winning their respective
divisions.
1. Each week you can view what has been happening in Eagan Adult Softball by
watching "This Week in Softball". Scores and standings from the previous
week are shown on top of video from one night of play. All fifteen (15)
leagues are shown in one half hour show on Tuesdays at 3:30 P.M. and
Wednesdays at 8:30 P.M. Watch Burnsville/Eagan Public Access Television,
Channel 33.
20. Maintenance workers Steve Hadden and Ken Wilson completed installation of
concrete pads on eighteen (18) athletic ben~~.hos during June.
21. A new batters tunnel was also installed at Goat Hill Park. This tunnel
takes the same size and design as the one installed earlier in the spring
at Rahn Athletic Park. This addition has greatly facilitated use of the
major league field by organized teams.
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PAGE THREE
22. Maintenance employees, Alex Lammers and Don Buecksler, installed
children's play structure at Cedar Pond Park. This playground incsuC..s
a play structure, two free standing swings and toys/diggers. This samc,
crew began work on the Kettle Park play structure.
2. The old Rahn hockey rinks were removed during June. A re-grading of the
site was initiated and the new rinks will be installed in July.
2. The new DNR fishing pier was delivered on June 5. Maintenance crews from
the State, along with City personnel assembled and installed the fishing
pier over a period of two days. The pier has already caught on very well
as evidenced by the number of children who have been observed using it.
25. Final preparations were or the grand opening of Lake Park;
this included completion of Phase I landscaping proyra: and mulching,
preparation and cleaning of the shelter building, placemeit of tables and
waste containers, and the installation of regulatory signage.
2. The Tree City Tree Trust and Summer Youth Restitution Program workers began
on Monday, June 12. The Tree Trust has been busy with excavation and
installation of a new retaining wall on the South Oaks sand blanket. This
wall, which is being constructed, out of keystone block ':as be n laid out
in an art fashion and covers al-P >;imately 150 linez.l . rew has
done an exceptional job and this project has yrvtLiy u►, Iced the
appearance of the park. The Summer Restitution Program on the other hand,
has been active mulching the parks three thousand (3,000) trees. It is
expected that by the end of June, all of the mulching work will have been
completed.
27. Landscaping installations were implemented at three (3) parks in June,
those being: Mueller Farm Park/School, Thomas Lake Park, and Lakeside
Park. All tolled, nearly 1,246 plants were planted.
26. Mid-season fertilization was implemented earlier than expected this year.
The amount of precipitation during the month of May and June, in
combination with our use of irrigation systems began to show some nitrogen
stress on the turf by early June. In response, fertilizer was applied to
the athletic sites, community parks and municipal center.
29. Seasonal tree inventory technician, Darren Wennen, compl ),1 * h, i r~spection
tagging and data base collection of 455 trees in late ne, Par ren will
continue this work in the park systems during the summer, compieting the
remaining 2,500 trees. This information will then be entered onto a tree
inventory and management program, which is currently being finalized by
the management information systems coordinator.
30. In June, a court referred work volunteer from Hennepin County repainheAd
the inside of all City hockey rinks. This assignment offered' seventy-Lwo
(72) hours of "free labor" to the Eagan Parks system.
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PAGE FOUR
31. Both seasonal and full time maintenance staff were involved with l° ;r
routine maintenance activities during the month of June. This ;Mc',U~' d
an operation of the four groundsmasters and two gang mowing routes, i nfi -l d
striping, ball diamond dragging, refuge maintenance, infield maintenance,
and repairs to the irrigation systems.
32. A local firm is donating to the Department a flag pole for Goat Hill Park
and also one for Northview. Details concerning delivery and installation
are yet to be completed.
33. The Agreements for "Willmus Properties" early dedication for parks has been
completed. Signatures from the appointed City officials is required before
filing with the County. This is expected shortly.
34. Construction on the well house/park structure at Evergreen Park is
progressing. Construction is approximately 60% completed. The well has
been operating. The well driller in Thomas Lake Park was to have started
construction activities the week of June 1. It is expected work will
begin very soon.
3. Design details for the well house/park shelter in Thomas Lake Park has
begun. A contract for its construction will be let some time in the fall.
36. Staff has made a presentation to the M. R. P. A. Citation Awards Committee
for the design process and building design/construction of the Park Shelter
Buildings. This is the third time in three years that an Eagan Project
has been considered for an award.
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3830 PILOT KNOB ROAD, P.Q. BOX 21194 VAC ELLISON
EAGAN, MINNESOTA 55121 Mcyor
PHONE: (612) 454-8100 THOMAS ELAN
DAVID K. GUSTAFSON
PAMELA McCREA
THEODORE WACHTER
June 13, 1989 Council Members
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City CIE
Mr. Allen Moe
Program Manager
Dakota County
Dept. of Planning and Management
7300 West 147th Street
Suite 503
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Dear Mr. Moe:
On behalf of the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission, I am writing to tell
you of our continuing support for the Dakota County Trails and the Trails Plan
Document adopted several years ago.
As you know, the City of Eagan has its own trails plan, which took into
consideration the County Plan when it was originally developed. Combined, the
trail plans can service our constituents as they move from local neighborhoods
to destinations across town or into neighboring communities. Although, there
are many missing links in the trail system, we are impressed with the number of
users utilizing those segments that are in place. For example, during a recent
Advisory Commission tour of City parks, twenty-two residents of various ages
were observed utilizing the trails in a space of just a few minutes as the
Commission travelled from the intersection of Cliff Road and LexinAr`won Avenue
to Wescott and Lexington and then west down Wescott to City Hall. 1_:_ber, a
significant link on Lexington Avenue is not in place, and to have t3 E, L -ily users
on the trails in this short distance was an obvious example of how successful
and how much the trails are used already. We, and I believe I speak for many
residents as well as our Commission members, are anxiously awaiting the
completion of the trails along Pilot Knob Road, and an important section of
trail on Cliff Road. When completed these two trail sections will provide a
continuous trail link from north to south and east to west in Eagan. Already,
these two roadways are heavily traveled, but the use is likely to increase as
residents who have been concerned for their safety when traveling on the road
surface will be able to use the trails. With safer trails, there is very likely
to be an increase in usage of the over all system by youths and family groups.
We would encourage the County to continue its funding with municipalities under
the current formula. We believe this is consistent with the concept of providing
a comprehensive transportational system that links communities, recognizes local
responsibility and benefits that the trail system provides, and the necessary
THE LANE OAK TREE. ..THE SYMBOL OF STRENGTH D GROWTH IN OUR COMMUNITY
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JUNE 1, 1989
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county coordination of connecting each community into a multi-community trail
system.
We are very pleased that the County paved the shoulders on Cliff Roar, easy; of
Pilot Knob, some years ago. This provided a much stronger measure of safety than
what was previously available. However, with the increase in traffic on this
section of Cliff Road in the last two years, we believe it is fair to say that
there is now a growing concern for users of the paved shoulder. The County is
urged to provide separated trailway, and implement this as soon as possible.
On behalf of the Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission, we appreciate he
opportunity to comment on the Bikeway Systems Plan. I believe we speak for many
individuals in the community who are active users of the trail systei„ and will
continue to support the implementation of the plan to provide for the safety and
well being of our residents.
Respectfully submitted,
George Kubik
Chairman of Advisory Parks & Recreation
Commission
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cc: Donald Chapdelaine, County Commissioner,
Tom Hedges, City Administrator
SUBJECT: REZONING, VARIANCE, PRELIM114ARY PLAT
(OPLR HOMESTEADS #2)
APPLICANT: LAWRENCE G. POPPLER
CATION: 1/4 OF SECTION 10
EXISTING ZONING: G (AGRICULTURAL)
DATE O PUBLIC HEARING: allKE 27, 1989
DATE PORT: allKE 1, 1989
COMPILED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
APPLICATION SU : An application has been submitted requesting
a Rezoning of outlots A and (4.5 acres) from AG to R-1 (Single
Family) and a Preliminary Plat consisting of three lots.
EXISTING CONDITIONS: This site is located directly south of Lone
Oak Road, west of the Lemay Lake Apartments, north of Lemay Lake,
and east approximately one-quarter mile from Pilot Knob Road. The
applicant is seeking to rezone Outlot A from its current
Agricultural zoning to R-1 (Single Family). The c'o.r prehensive
Guide Plan designates this area as D-II (0- units per acre). The
proposed project is consistent with that plan. The original
Poppler Homesteads Addition was platted in 1962 for single family
residences.
The site is primarily open grassland, however there are
approximately 11 mature pine trees located within the 0' roadway
easement (outlot B) which must be removed. A house is presently
located on the proposed Lot 2. A pond is located on Lots 1 & 2.
Lot 3 incorporates 72,695 square feet of Lemay Lake and has
approximately 2201-240' feet of frontage along the lake.
SITE P : The total 4.5 acres will include three lots. Total
density for the project is .66 units per acre. As proposed, all
lots exceed the 12,000 square foot lot requirement for an R-1
district. The lots range in size from 23,964 square feet to 99,812
square feet. The setback from Lemay Lake, according to the
Shoreland ordinance, is 50' from the Ordinary High Water Mark
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Access to the site is gained from the 805' cul-de-sac, Outlot B,
which has been dedicated as a roadway easement. A Variance is
necessary for the cul-de-sac link in excess of 5001. The major
issue with this proposal is whether the 60' wide roadway easement
becomes dedicated right-of-way and the street is upgraded to City
Code requirements. The applicants want to keep the street in its
current uncurbed driveway like condition.
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GRADING/DRAINAGE/EROSION CONTROL: Grading of the property was
completed in the late 60's with the initial platting of the
proposed development. Staff anticipates no problems with
proposed grading and house elevations that are indicated on the
plans. Proposed house elevations exceed the minimum freeboard
required between pond highwater levels and house elevations.
Storm sewer improvements were not included as part of the
application but would be required if the street is improved as
recommended below. Storm water drainage from the area flows into
Pond DP-15 which does not have an outlet. Pond DP-15 is a
designated ponding area in the City Comprehensive Storm Sewer
Plan. With the recommended street construction it is
anticipated that the pond's percolation capacity will reduce,
creating potential for flooding. Staff recommends that an outlet
for Pond DP-15 into DP-2 (Lemay Lake) be constructed with the
recommended street improvements. In addition, catch basins and
storm sewer at the street low point that would drain into Pond
DP-15 would be required.
The storm water runoff from this site drains into Pond DP-15, a
type 4 wetland and is then routed into Lemay Lake. No
significant water quality impact is anticipated in Lemay Lake
because of this development.
UTILITIES: Sanitary sewer and water main were installed into
this plat as part of City Project No. 49 in 1970. Sufficient
sewer and water services were provided at that time to serve the
proposed plat. The development is required to extend sanitary
sewer and water service to each platted lot.
STREETS /ACCESS /C IRCULAT IO: The plat is presently served by a
bituminous street with cul-de-sac off of Lone Oak Road (Co. Rd.
26). The existing street, which is located on an existing 60'
roadway easement, extends southerly from center of Lone Oak Road.
This application does not include improvements to the street.
The development is required to upgrade the street in accordance
with City Code requirements.
Staff recommends as part of this platting that the roadway
easement be vacated and a dedicated road right-of-way be platted.
Grading for the street will result in some filling of Pond DP-15
but will not impact on the pond's required storage capacity or
HWL.
EASEMENTS /PERMITS /RIGHTS -OF-A: As stated above a dedicated
street right-of-way should be included as part of the platting.
In addition to existing roadway easement, there are three
utility/ponding easements over the plat. These easements include
two for sanitary sewer and one for ponding. The proposed
platting indicates revision of a sanitary sewer easement from an
existing width of 10' to 30'. Staff concurs with this revision.
In addition staff recommends the following revisions and
additions to easements for this platting:
a. Revision of existing ponding easement for DP-15 to
include all areas up to the defined HWL of 878.2.
b. Revision of the width of an existing sanitary sewer
easement between lots 4 and 5 from 10' to 40' to insure adequate
space is available for repair work on the 20' to 25' deep 9"
sanitary sewer main.
C. Addition of a ponding easement over Pond DP-2 (LeMay
Lake) to the HWL over lots 6 & 7. The existing HWL is 878.0 but
will be changed to 880.0 if the City's updated Comprehensive
Storm Sewer Plan is approved later this year. Therefore it is
recommended that the easement be dedicated to elevation 880.0.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS
Based upon y study of the financial obligations collected in the
past and the uses proposed for the property, the following charges
are proposed. The charges are computed using the City's existing
fee schedule and connections proposed to be made to the City's
utility system based on the submitted plans.
IMPROVEMENT PROD USE TE TIT OUNT
Sanitary Sewer
Trunk 49 655/lot 2 1,310
Storm Sewer Trunk 424 sf .056/sf 78,713 sf 4,408
Street-Yankee
Doodle Fut sf 20.00/ff 136.94 ff 2,739
Water and Sanitary
Sewer Service 49 1399 (a) 1 1,399
TOTAL $ 9,856
(a) $350 @8% per year, for 1971 to 1989 i.e. 18 years compounded
annually.
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DOPPLER HOMESTEADS CONDITIONS
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1. These standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by
council action on September 15, 1987 shall be complied faith:
Al, B1, B2, 3, B4, Cl, C2, C5, D1, E1, Gl
2. The existing cul-de-sac length shall be approved as per I Plat.
3. The development is required to upgrade the existing
substandard bituminous roadway in accordance with City; Code
requirements.
4. An outlet for Pond DP-15 is required.
5. The development is required to extend sanitary sewer and water
service to the right-of-way of each platted lot.
6. The development is required to revise the existing pending
easement for Pond DP--15 to include all areas up to the defined
HWL of 878.2.
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7. The development is required to revise the width of the
existing sanitary sewer easement between Lots 4 and 5 from the
existing 10" to a 40' wide easement.
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. The development will be required to provide a ponding easement
for Lemay Lake to a high water elevation of 880.0.
9. The City will be responsible for removing the temporary
construction easements which presently exist over the existing
sanitary sewer lines.
10. The development is required to provide a 60' half right-of-
way for Lone Oak Road.
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STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
Assessments
1. This development shall accept its additional assessment
obligations as defined in the staff's report in
accordance with the final plat dimensions and the rates
in effect at the time of final plat approval.
B. Easements and Riahts-of-Wav
1. This development shall dedicate 10' drainage and utility
easements centered over all common lot lines and adjacent
to private property or public right-of-way.
2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or financially
guarantee the acquisition costs of additional drainage,
ponding, and utility easements as required by the
alignment, depth, and storage capacity of all required
public utilities and streets located beyond the
boundaries of this plat or outside of dedicated public
right-of-way as necessary to service this development.
3. This development shall dedicate all public right-of-way
and temporary slope easements for ultimate development
of adjacent roadways as required by the appropriate
jurisdictional agency.
4. This development shall dedicate adequate drainage and
ponding easements to incorporate the required high water
elevation necessitated by City storm water storage volume
requirements.
C. la and Specifications
1. All public streets and utilities necessary to provide
service to this development shall be designed by a
registered professional engineer in accordance with City
codes and engineering standards and policies, and
approved by staff prior to final plat approval.
2. detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and sediment
control plan must be prepared in accordance with current
City standards and approved by staff prior to final plat
approval.
3. This development shall insure that all temporary dead end
public streets shall have a cul-de-sac constructed in
accordance with City engineering standards.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
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4. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted on the
proposed grading plan and approved by staff prior to the
final plat approval. The financial guarantee shall be
included in the Development Contract and not release
until one year after the date of installation.
5. All internal public and private streets shall be
constructed within the required right-of-way in
accordance with City design standards.
D. Public Improvements
1. If any public improvements are to be installed under a
City contract, the appropriate project must be approved
by Council action prior to final plat approval.
E. Permits
1. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition
of all regulatory agency permits in the time frame
required by the affected agency.
F. Parks Dedication
1. This development shall fulfill its parks dedication
requirements as recommended by the Advisory Parks and
Recreation Commission and approved by Council action.
G. Other
1. All standard platting and zoning conditions shall be
adhered to unless specifically granted a variance by
council action.
Advisory Planning Commission city council
Approved: August 25, 1987 September 15, 1987
Revised:
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Total Ana at Lot D 90.747 Sq. Ft. 2.083 AC.
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SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY PLAT ( RDI~ L:, i 'ADDITION)
PPLIC : LAHASS UFACTU ING INC.
CATION: 1/2 OF SECTION 17
EXISTING ZONING: LI (LIGHT INDUSTRIAL)
DATE O PUBLIC HEARING: JUNE 27, 1989
DATE O PORT: JUNE 19, 1989
REPORTED BY: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENTS
APPLICATION SUMMARY: An application has been submitted requesting
a Preliminary Plat for the Mardelann Addition consisting of 20.16
LI (Light Industrial) zoned acres along the west side of Highway
1 and north of Blackhawk Road. This plat consists of two lots
containing LaHass Manufacturing. The smaller lot, consisting of
2.62 acres, is currently being used for outside storage of trucks.
separate Conditional Use Permit for that use was approved in
1980. The larger Outlot contains 12.76 acres and has public access
from Yankee Drive (formerly Comserv Drive).
BACKGROUND/EXISTING CONDITIONS: The Mardelann Addition previously
received Preliminary Plat approval in 1980; however, it was never
final platted. This plan is very similar - only small area
differences have occurred. A condition of approval at that time
required the installation of curb and gutter in the parking lot
area. Staff concurs with that condition for the building lot (Lot
1), but feels that since the smaller Outlot can be developed in the
future and that a separate -Conditional Use Permit was approved,
that area should not be required to be curbed.
The current buildings meet Code setback requirements and the lot
coverage is 19% in a 35% allowable district.
The larger Outlot is rather open and void of any significant
vegetation except for scattered trees along Highway 13. The site
falls rapidly at that point toward the west.
GRADING/ DRAINAGE: Grading of the site has not been proposed as
part of this application. Staff does not foresee any problems
resulting from grading within the site at a future date but a
grading plan will need to be reviewed prior to any grading. The
site is well drained with storm sewer located at the
northeasterly corner of outlot B and along Blackhawk Road near
the intersection with Kennebec Drive. Upon submittal of future
development plans for the plat, existing storm water drainage
systems would need to be reviewed to insure adequate capacity is
available.
If the below recommended parking lot improvements are made, storm
sewer improvements will be required for that portion of the site
that drains to Blackhawk Road due to the large amount of
anticipated runoff from hardsurfaced parking areas. Public storm
sewer improvements would involve construction of pipe from the
intersection of Kennebec and Blackhawk Road to the site.
UTILITIES: Sanitary sewer and water main are in place along
Blackhawk Road and Kennebec Drive extension east of Blackhawk
Road. When extended, these mains will have sufficient size,
capacity and depth to provide full service to the development.
Staff does not recommend extension of any sanitary sewer or water
main utilities at this time.
STREETS /ACCESS /CIRC TIO : The plat has existing access from
Blackhawk Road. No upgrading of the entrance is proposed or
required. Outlot A and parts of Lot 1 are used for a combination
of temporary vehicle storage and warehousing operations. The
majority of these areas are nonconforming since they are gravel
surfaced. Staff recommends that all gravel areas be surfaced
with bituminous and curbs to comply with City Code requirements
for off-street parking areas.
RIGHT-O- AY/EASEMENTS: An existing street easement is located
over the southeasterly side of the plat for Comserv Drive. Staff
recommends the area be dedicated as street right-of-way.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS:
No charges are proposed as a condition for platting this property,
as the property is considered to have paid its pro rata share of
the government's infrastructure cost.
MARDELANN ADDITION CONDITIONS
1. These standard conditions of plat approval as adopted by
council action on September 15, 1987 shall be complied with:
Al, Bl, B2, B3, C1, C2, Dl, El, Fl, G1
2. The development is required to upgrade the parking area in
accordance with current City Code requirements. The area
along Blackhawk Road should be maintained on a regular basis.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
Assessment
1. This development shall accept its additional assessment
obligations as defined in the staff's report in
accordance with the final plat dimensions and the rates
in effect at the time of final plat approval.
Easements and Rights-of- ay
1. This development shall dedicate 10' drainage and utility
easements centered over all common lot lines and adjacent
to private property or public right-of-way.
2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or financially
guarantee the acquisition costs of additional drainage,
ponding, and utility easements as required by the
alignment, depth, and storage capacity of all required
public utilities and streets located beyond the
boundaries of this plat or outside of dedicated public
right-of-way as necessary to service this development.
3. This development shall dedicate all public right-of-way
and temporary slope easements for ultimate development
of adjacent roadways as required by the appropriate
jurisdictional agency.
4. This development shall dedicate adequate drainage and
ponding easements to incorporate the required high water
elevation necessitated by City storm water storage volume
requirements.
C. Plans and 8pgcif_ cations
1. All public streets and utilities necessary to provide
service to this development shall be designed by a
registered professional engineer in accordance with City
codes and engineering standards and policies, and
approved by staff prior to final plat approval.
2. A detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and sediment
control plan must be prepared in accordance with current
City standards and approved by staff prior to final plat
approval.
3. This development shall insure that all temporary dead end
public streets shall have a cul-de-sac constructed in
accordance with City engineering standards.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
PAGE TWO
4. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted on the
proposed grading plan and approved by staff prior to the
final plat approval. The financial guarantee shall be
included in the Development Contract and not release
until one year after the date of installation.
5. All internal public and private streets shall be
constructed within the required right--of-way in
accordance with City design standards.
D. Public Improvements
1. If any public improvements are to be installed under a
City contract, the appropriate project must be approved
by Council action prior to final plat approval.
E. e its
1. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition
of all regulatory agency permits in the time frame
required by the affected agency.
F. Parks Dedication
1. This development shall fulfill its parks dedication
requirements as recommended by the Advisory Parks and
Recreation Commission and approved by Council action.
G. Other
1. All standard platting and zoning conditions shall be
adhered to unless specifically granted a variance by
council action.
Advisory Planning commission City Council
Approved: August 25, 1987 September 15,_1987
Revised:
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(CRAY 2ND ADDITION)
APPLICANT: CRAY RESEARCH, INC.
CATION: PART OF THE SOUTH 1 O SECTION 1
EXISTING ZONING: D ( NE DEVELOPMENT)
ATE O PUBLIC HEARING: JUNE 27,1989
A O T: JUNE 22, 1989
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COMPILED Y: DEPARTMENTS O COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
ENGINEERING
APPLICATION SUMMARY: An application has been submitted requ_esing
a Preliminary Plat for the Cray 2nd Addition consisting of one lot
and four Gutlots on approximately 116.4 acres.
BACKGROUND., Cray Research purchased 116.4 acres of the 452 acre
Lone Oak Addition. This Planned Development consists of four major
landowners: Northwest Airlines - 156.4 acres, Cray Research -
116.4 acres, and the remaining acreage is split between achovia
Bank and Trust and Laukka Development.
The development plan allows 3,141,000 square feet to be developed
by the year 2005 with an additional one millions are f,yet during
the years 2005-2020.
When Cray Research purchased this 116.4 acres, their commitment to
the City was to develop a high quality office campus setting with
a design goal to preserve as much of the natural topography and
vegetation as possible. A private looping street for security and
design flexibility will provide the major vehicle circulation.
In 1987, Cray Research platted the property into one large lot and
a number of Outlots. Since then, they have revised the site plan
and began installation of utilities and building construction. In
January 1989, Cray Research purchased an additional 40 acres
directly east of this property. Separate Planned Development
agreements are now being initiated for this area.
In 1988, utility plans were started; detailed design and building
plans were initiated; and Cray Research began the process of the
first phase of construction consisting of four to five buildings
and approximately 479,300 square feet.
Cray Research wanted flexibility in the building design. Staff has
been working with them on their development plans and some minor
modifications have occurred. These modifications still follow the
general development plan originally proposed and staff has allowed
the applicant to continue construction of the utilities by a3nen3ing
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the original Development Agreement, keeping them on a schedule for
the targeted completion date. With the modifications, it was
agreed that prior to occupancy of the buildings, Cray would revise
the plat showing the exact location of the utility easements,
roadways, and general configuration of the proposed buildings.
Cray is honoring this commitment.
In 1988, Cray participated in the tax increment district at the
City of Eagan's request in order to obtain state funds for road
improvements in the general area. Lot 2, Block 1, is the lot
specifically requested by the City to be included in this tax
increment district.
Cray Research, in their design, looked at creating Lot 3, Block 1,
in the very southeast corner of the development. It has been noted
that utilities/sanitary sewer are not available at present. It is
suggested that this lot be converted to an Outlot on the final plat
until such time that utilities are provided. Cray is acceptable
to this request.
Staff would like to reaffirm that detailed planning and design have
taken place on this property. Construction is under way and the
revised platting of this parcel will accurately reflect the utility
easements. Please find attached a copy of a colored rendering,
prepared by Cray Research, showing their revised development plan
for the 116.4 acres. In review of conditions for the plat, the
only outstanding concern is in regard to Lot 3, Block 1. This
should be converted to an additional Outlot on the final plat if
utilities cannot be provided at the time of final plat.
FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS:
Based upon my study of the financial obligations collected in the
past and the uses proposed for the property, the following charges
are proposed. The charges are computed using the City's existing
fee schedule and connections proposed to be made to the City's
utility system based on the submitted plans.
RQ DESCRIPTION T T T
Future Water Trunk 1380/A 80A $110,400 (1)
Future Water Availability
charge 2115/A 80A 169,200 (1)
Future Std Sewer Trunk .083/SF 3,484,800 SF 289,238 (1)
Future Lone Oak Rd. Street 90.35/FF 1480.96 FF 133,805
Future Lone Oak Rd. Trail 8.10/FF 1480.96 FF __11,996
$714,639
(1) Used gross area less the 36.4 acres assessed. The areas were
not available. Final charges will be computed based on platted
areas.
116.4 - 36.4 A = 80 A x 43,560
STANDARD CONDITIONS O PLAT APPROVAL
Assessments
1. This development shall accept its additional assessment
obligations as defined in the staff's report in
accordance with the final plat dimensions and the rates
in effect at the time of final plat approval.
Easements and Rights-of-Way
1. This development shall dedicate 10' drainage and utility
easements centered over all common lot lines and adjacent
to private property or public right-of-way.
2. This development shall dedicate, provide, or financially
guarantee the acquisition costs of additional drainage,
ponding, and utility easements as required by the
alignment, depth, and storage capacity of all required
public utilities and streets located beyond the
boundaries of this plat or outside of dedicated public
right-of-way as necessary to service this development.
3. This development shall dedicate all public right-of-way
and temporary slope easements for ultimate development
of adjacent roadways as required by the appropriate
jurisdictional agency.
4. This development shall dedicate adequate drainage and
ponding easements to incorporate the required high water
elevation necessitated by City storm water storage volume
requirements.
C. Plans and Specifications
1. All public streets and utilities necessary to provide
service to this development shall be designed by a
registered professional engineer in accordance with City
codes and engineering standards and policies, and
approved by staff prior to final plat approval.
2. A detailed grading, drainage, erosion, and sediment
control plan must be prepared in accordance with current
City standards and approved by staff prior to final plat
approval.
3. This development shall insure that all temporary dead end
public streets shall have a cul-de-sac constructed in
accordance with City engineering standards.
STANDARD CONDITIONS OF PLAT APPROVAL
PAGE TWO
4. detailed landscape plan shall be submitted on the
proposed grading plan and approved by staff prior to the
final plat approval. The financial guarantee shall be
included in the Development Contract and not release
until one year after the date of installation.
5. All internal public and private streets shall be
constructed within the required right-of-way in
accordance with City design standards.
D. Public movemnts
1. If any public improvements are to be installed under a
City contract, the appropriate project must be approved
by Council action prior to final plat approval.
E. Permits
1. This development shall be responsible for the acquisition
of all regulatory agency permits in the time frame
required by the affected agency.
F. Parks Dedication
1. This development shall fulfill its parks dedication
requirements as recommended by the Advisory Parks and
Recreation Commission and approved by Council action.
G. Other
1. All standard platting and zoning conditions shall be
adhered to unless specifically granted a variance by
Council action.
Advisory Planning commission city Council
Approved: August 25, 1987 September 15, 1987
Revised:
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DATE. J 5, 1989 t. 1. NO.
RE. Cray Lone Oak Project
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The following is a recapitulation of buildings currently planned and under construction at
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Software Training 61,900 GSF 135 u dents)
Commons Facility 39,200 GSF 30
Skyway 800 GSF 0
C 174,400 GSF 135 (80% of 165 @ one shift)
Software vision 203,000 GSF 680
TOTAL (CURRENTLY PLANNED) 479 GSF 980
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Technical Operations GSF 185
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