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03/20/2006 - Advisory Parks & Recreation Commission
AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA Workshop-Eagan J ,oa 5:30 - 6:00 pm Patrick Eagan Park Master Plan Monday, March 20, 2006 7:30 PM (PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN TIME) 6:00 - 7:15 Eagan Municipal Center Cedar Grove redevelopment review City Council Chambers Parks & Trails dedication 1. Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance 7:30 pm II. Adopt Agenda 7:31 pm III. Approval of Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 16, 2006 7:32 pm IV. Visitors to be Heard A. Webcast demonstration 7:34 pm V. Director's Update Pages 3-4 7:40 pm VI. Consent Agenda & 7:45 pru A. Oldre Addition - Hafstad Realty Pages . VII. Development Proposals A. Natures Point - Epic Development Pages 1 'la 7:46 pm VIII. Old Business 8:05 prn IX. New Business 8:06 pm X. Water Resources Update A. Water Quality Management Plan Update-Member Belfiori 8:07 pm XI. Other Business and Reports A. Subcommittee Updates 8:10 pm XII. Round Table 8:11 pm XIII. Adjournment 8:15 pm The City of Eagan is committed to the policy that all persons have equal access to its programs, services, activities, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, or status with regard to public assistance. Auxiliary aids for disabled persons wishing to participate are available upon request at least 96 hours in advance of the event. If a notice of less than 96 hours is received, the City will attempt to provide the aids. Me - 04 ADVISORY COMMISSION 2005-06 MEETING SCHEDULE NAME May June July Aug Sept Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar April 16 20 18 15 19 17 14 19 12* 16* 20 17 Joseph Bari x X X X X Phil Belfiori x X X 0* 0 X Margo Danner x X X 0 Terry Davis (Chair) X X X X 0* N. Mark Filipi x X X X 0* Duane L. Hansen x 0* X Muhammed Lodhi x X 0* X Dorothy Peterson x x x x X X (Vice Chair) Richard Pletcher x X X X 0* (Secretary) Ryan Zipf (alternate) X x x X X X X = present O = absent O* = notified staff of absence prior to meeting Recreation Sub-Committee Natural Resources Sub-Committee Acquisition/Development Sub-Committee Richard Pletcher Muhammed Lodhi Dorothy Peterson Ryan Zipf Mark Filipi Margo Danner Terry Davis Duane Hansen Joe Bari Joe Bari Phil Belfiori Terry Davis UPCOMING MEETINGS: OPEN ISSUES Holz Farm NRHP Preliminary Evaluation Volunteer Recognition Methodology Patrick Eagan Master Plan ADVISOI-%Y P.AIRKS F' I c"C 20 5-20r 77 IV, M Ev '1^'.W TERM TELEPHONE TERIM START PIES JOSEPH BARI 1999 651-454-8442 (H) /2008 3033 Timberwood Trail (3 yr. 1999) (3 yr. 2002) ibaril eiuno.com Eagan, MN 55121 (3 yr. 2005) IL LFIO I 2002 651-905-0293 (H) 5/2006 3671 Canary Way (lyr. 2002) 763-287-7167 (W) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr, 2003) pbelfiod@wsbeng.com MARGO DANNER 2001 651/454-5688 (H) 5/2007 2037 Flint Lane (3 yr. 2001) Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2004) mrsmagooU usfamliy.net TERRY VIS (Chair) 1997 651-452-2635 (H) 5/2006 (3 yr. 1997) 651-310-8941 (W 4895 Safari Pass ) Eagan, MN 55122-2690 (3 yr. 2000) 452-2152 (Home fax) (3 yr. 2003) terry.davisstpaul. com TSIVAD aol.com home N. MARK FILIPI May, 1997 651-602-1725 (W) 5/2007 836 Overlook Place (3 yr. 1998) 651-687-9866 (H) (3 yr. 2001) mark.filipi@metc.state.mn.us Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2004) DU E L. May, 2004 952-894-9228 (W) 5/2008 3911 Denmark Ave (1 yr. 2004) 651-687-9566 (H) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2005) hand00 comcast.net MUHAMMEDLODHI May, 2004 952-278-2629 (W) 5/2007 4361 Bear Path Trail (3 yr. 2004) 651-686-5273 (H) Eagan, MN 55122 m Iodhi@hotmaii.com DOROTHY PETERSON (Vice Chair) 2000 651-454-6532 (H) 5/2006 4337 Sequoia Drive (3 yr. 2000) Eagan, MN 55122 (3 yr. 2003) norsk4337@iuno.com RICHARD PLETCHER (Secretary) 2001 651-687-9177 (H) 5/2008 1074 Northview Park (1 yr. 2001) Eagan, MN 55123 (3 yr. 2002) richard.pletcheraa)usarc-emh2.arm,mil (3 yr. 2005) RYAN ZIPF (alternate) 2005 651-686-2958 (H) 5/2006 4721 Pebble Beach Way (1 yr. 2005) 651-281-1275 (W) Eagan, MN 55123 rzipf(almnc.org Eagc' City St f E- Mail. jsjohnson@cityofeagan.com cmesko@cityofeagan.com polson@cityofeagan.com ghove@cityofeagan.com emacbeth@citvofeagan.com 2-13.06 Phone #651-67S-5505 (Cherryl's # after 4:30 p.m.) tr1 V rz SE t3 ~y `Q d Q 4 a s®® d S Cit V ® cV ® ® V U a 4ftj ado cu y 3~ v Q s va s j .211 v v '1Z It fi 4.1 W LM ce. CC ts r. 14. *W ®y s S V S 4., ® Z y W W 4 V 4 ii 4• try V V V M TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION FROM: JULI SE ELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: MARCH 20, 2006 Workshop sc ed al in aie E an oo a; xro 5: - 7 p. . A light dinner will be served. Note: The regular meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. ITEM I: Call to order ITEM I: Approval of agenda ITEM III: Approval of minutes of January 12, 2006 ITEM IV: Visitors to be Heard Communications Coordinator Joanna Foote will demonstrate the new webcasting capabilities now available for all commission and council meetings. ITEM V: Director's Update In Director Johnson's absence, Superintendent Mesko will provide a brief overview of department activities over the past month, ITEM VI: Consent Agenda Staff has reviewed the Oldre Addition development to ensure compliance with the parks dedication, trails dedication, water quality, wetlands and forestry issues. Background information is included in the packet. Since there are no issues for the commission to review no further discussion is anticipated for this agenda item. ITEM VII: Development Proposals Detailed information is included in the packet relative to the Natures Point preliminary subdivision request to help the Commission review the parks, trails, forestry, water quality and wetland implications of the proposal. ITEM VIII: Old Business There are no Old Business items for the Commission to review. ITEM IX: New Business There are no New Business items for the Commission to review. 1 ITEM X: Water Resources Update Member Belfiori may wish to provide any new information pertaining to the Water Quality Management Plan update. ITEM XI: Other Business and Reports There have been no subcommittee meetings held since the February APrC meeting. ITEM I: Round Table Any items of concern that might be placed on upcoming agendas or items of interest will be identified. ITEM XIII: Adjournment MARCH 2006 DEPARTMENT HAPPENINGS • STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY • ETAB supported Kids Night Out program is going beautifully. Youth volunteer to work with Parks and Recreation staff for fun and games one Saturday a month for only $10/child. Upcoming dates are April 22 and May 13. Register early they fill fast. • Community groups, organizations or individuals wanting to volunteer to clean-up.a favorite park can make arrangements by contacting Paul Graham, Park Operations Supervisor at 651-675-5300. The work can take place at essentially any time, in any park, for any duration of time, from an hour to a day. The City can provide trash bags and will pick up the accumulated trash from a designated site in the park. Please call first to avoid a duplication of effort. • The program of trimming trees along and under power lines has begun. The work is done by a contractor under the direction of the utility provider, not the City. Residents should contact the Utility provider or tree contractor if they have questions or concerns. • SUPPORT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT • The DNR grant application for improvements at Thresher Fields Park has been completed. The amount of money available for the grant program remains in the hands of the Legislature which has vacillated between "0" and something more substantial. According to DNR staff, so far they have received grant requests totaling over 18 million dollars. Last year less than 1 million dollars became available. • There are currently about 300 events scheduled at the ECC in March. • ECC staff is beginning preliminary discussions with a few local fitness centers that will be closing to offer fitness options to their members. FOSTER HUMAN DEVELOPMENT • Local young talented musicians are booking shows for Bring the Noise at the Oasis. Check out Blurcurve on March 17, Suite 16 and Y? on April 8 and Breaking Lies on April 28th Admission is $3/id. • Two-hundred ninety (290) signed up for Spring preschool programs. Programs will begin March 20 and run through May. • PROTECT NATURAL RESOURCES • Holz Farm Spring Festival is planned for May 21 from Noon to 5:00 p.m. Many old favorites and some exciting new activities are planned for the festival. • PROMOTE WELLNESS • The City Council will be considering requests for additions to the 2006/07 winter trail maintenance program at the first meeting in April. The work is done contractually under the direction of the Street Department. For additional information and application requirements residents should contact the Superintendent of Streets at 651-675-5300. • March is National Nutrition Month: promoting sound nutrition throughout the fitness center and handing out green apples to participants on St. Patrick's Day. • ECC personal trainer Deb Henk promoted health and fitness at the Wedding Workshop including the launch of a new Bridal Fitness class. 3 • Life Coach, Martha Franke, will be presenting in the Lone Oak Room on Wednesday, March 22. Her presentation will focus on helping people discover their unique and individual qualities. • Senior Linkage Line Health Insurance Counseling volunteers will be meeting with individuals one on one over the next 45 days to help seniors understand the new Medicare Part D insurance supplement. • There are currently 182 teams registered for the spring/summer basketbal]Isoftball/volleyball/wiffleball season. DEPARTMENT STAFFING: • Anew full time park maintenance employee has been selected from 96 applicants to fill a position made vacant last fall by a transfer. Rob Muller is expected to begin on March 20. KUDOS TO STAFF: • "Way to go" to the park maintenance staff of Ben Boeding, Alex Lamers, Paul Watry, Mark Dornseif, Steve Hadden, Scott Eppen, Don Buecksler, Dan Curtin and Maintenance Supervisor Steve Taylor and Operations Supervisor Paul Graham who, despite the record warmth, were able to maintain skate-able ice not only for the regular season but into March. 4 t; z Date: March 20, 2006 Agenda Item: VI-A: Oldre Addition-Hafstad Realty myyy.' Action X City Information Attachments X 1. Location Map 2. Preliminary Plat 3. Site Plan Ei AGENDA IT : VI-A; OLDRE ADDITION - AFST REALTY TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION PREPARED BY: LI SE ELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION ITEM OVERVIEW: Review the parks dedication, trails dedication, tree preservation, water quality and wetlands issues that pertain to the Oldre Addition development. BACKGROUND/HISTORY: Hafstad Realty is requesting approval of a Preliminary Subdivision of one acre to create two single-family lots, and Variances to the minimum required street frontage and minimum lot width, for property located at 2900 Skyline Drive in the SE % of Section 4. The property is unplatted. The site is one acre in size and contains an existing single-family home constructed in 1946 on the eastern portion of the parcel. A detached accessory "shop" structure is also present on the site. The property is wooded and drops off with a steep slope on the north side. The existing parcel has 69.94 feet of street frontage on Skyline Drive. The proposed subdivision creates two lots to allow for the construction of one new single-family home; the existing home will remain. The concept plan shows a possible building location northwest of the existing residence. The applicant's narrative states the property "sits high on a hill overlooking the Minnesota River Valley and provides some of the most scenic views in all of Eagan." The applicant asserts the "maintaining the view is essential to these properties" and therefore, covenants will be established to protect the views of both the existing home on the new building site. Variances are required for lot frontage less than 50 feet, and for lot width at the front setback line of less than 85 feet. A Variance to the maximum size of a detached accessory structure is also required for the existing accessory building on proposed Lot 2. Lot area and setback requirements of the R-1 zoning district are met. PARKS AND TRAILS DEDICATION: This proposal would be subject to a cash park dedication and a cash trails dedication. TREE PRESERVATION: The application would require an individual lot tree preservation plan to be submitted when Lot 1 requests a building permit. WATER QUALITY /WETLANDS: This 1.0-acre proposed subdivision is located in the "H" Watershed that drains the west to the Minnesota River via a steep ravine along the northern boundary of the property. Due to the size and nature of this residential subdivision, water quality ponding is not feasible. To meet the City's water quality requirements, therefore, a dedication of cash in lieu of ponding is appropriate for this development. There are no wetlands directly associated with this parcel. ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION: 1. This development shall be responsible for a cash park dedication. 2. This development shall be responsible for a cash trail dedication. 3. This development shall be responsible for a cash dedication in lieu of on-site water quality ponding. 4. Individual Lot Tree Preservation Plan shall be submitted at the time of building permit application for Lot 1. 71/ :Z.. Item:II Location A~ O1dr,1. &d)--ori Attachment:l Lvew4iori CqD a o s ' oD S f y1 S~'6C~~ 4 W D m g g a° °a ~a a q oo A . 3 6° q q s Q a dy o c, e+ e3 Q e 6 8 e s° S3 d9 a6 ° ~_8 o a g cs.' g. o t1 d oa D Q 9 tf - ,a~°~° u e 8 a ~ o 13 p' O neo cm°n Q d e E3 Ella M 04 ~ w°.° ww yyyy~~ ° fl i 1000 0 1000 2000 Feet Development/Developer. Oldre Addition Application: Prelim Subdivision and Variance Case No.: 04-PS-04-02-06 and 04-VA-03-02-06 Map Prepared using ERSI ArcMiew 2.1. Parcel base map data provided N f~ 66]] g9 by Dakota County Office of GIS and is current as of April 2005. E City of TM~ llaal! THIS MAP IS INTENDED FOR REFERENCE USE ONLY W + The City of Eagan and Dakota County do not guarantee the accuracy of this information and are S Community Development Department not responsible for errors or omissions. Item: j C? IcI r { d r ~a zm g t Attachment: 2 e Is l ±g~Ga~^e game f i..m,,: iz E a9 s. °~tl'z;y`'~ bag _ S 3_ 6 ~g~ _S okgR$QT 8 E. °5 gRB a E. °x ~ g~~ ~s i35 O Ix r„"t S15 x.81 Y $s er I Cl- w 421 0{ ~ ~ 1N f~ u`:F I \ 1 t ____i 11 1~ u5 Ct Iy c w Q 1 5° o I C i " _ ex"Xb~3 !lfllln ex RO I ° PRELIM. PLAT Item: 6 Id ve_ Add / fi41» Attachment: . J1 1 a a Q Z ° "Fri TO 4 ice. 0e _Y cz TITITrri~r y HIM t i WHO; k_ d b VIA! Ell! ta~p~7 i~S •fi1~1?'~~ t : ~ F9fM ~i.~ E~ z`:ff 31 (Y~ F('~ H 1: null ^-.j 1z'~/ t z1 _ 'P C'//ri/X € r / ~~f / Pf s ~ pa's „5•t d-,-a----..__ ry f _ rc) arm C O Oi ..V„f Q V R ' oa ITE PLAN Minnesota River Valley Views Minnesota River Valley Views house ti ttix z i rT ¢ ~~nf. Ste' -3 1 A •r Y • _ ,.t a... Drive Sky1e i i The Property from SW side across Skyline The Property close up from SW angle t U 2902 f w f - y. ~a? The Property from the West R E. C E `u Et IF Z The existing house Date: March 20, 2006 Agenda Item: VII-A; Natures Point- Epic Development Action City of Eap MEMO Information Attachments X 1. Location Map 2. Existing Conditions 3. Preliminary Plat 4. Site Plan 5. Grading/Erosion Control 6. Tree Preservation 7. Tree Mitigation AGENDA ITEM: VII-A; NATURES POINT - EPIC DEVELOPMENT TO: ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION PREPARED BY: JULI SE ELL JOHNSON, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION ITEM OVERVIEW: Review the parks dedication, trails dedication, tree preservation, water quality and wetlands issues that pertain to the Nature's Point development. BACKGROUND/HISTORY: Epic Development is requesting approval of- • Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment to change the land use designation upon 4.34 acres from QP (Quasi-Public) to LD (Low Density) residential; • Rezoning of 0.58 acres from A (Agriculture), to PF (Public Facilities), 4.34 acres from A (Agriculture) to R-2 (Residential Double), and 7.62 acres from R-1 (Residential Single) to R-2 (Residential Double) Preliminary Subdivision (Nature's Point) of 12.8 acres to create 30 lots for construction of 28 twin homes; and • Conditional Use Permit to allow a cell tower in the PF (Public Facilities) zoning district and a Variance of 290 feet to the required 300-foot setback for a tower from a residential zoning district. The above requests pertain to property located west of I-35E on Taconite Trail which currently contains two existing single-family homes and a cell tower located in the SE 1/4 of Section 20 and SW 1/4 of Section 21. Existing Conditions The subject site is currently three unplatted tax parcels. Two of the lots have single-family homes present and the other lot has a freestanding cell tower (AT&T). The portion of the site that contains the cell tower is lightly wooded and abuts Interstate 35E. The rest of the site is heavily wooded and Taconite Trail right-of-way abuts this site to the north. Proposal The applicant is proposing a subdivision of three unplatted tax parcels. Currently a commercial cell tower is located on the easternmost parcel. The applicant proposes subdivision into 30 lots and construction of 28 twin homes. One lot (Lot 17, Block 2) is for the existing cell tower; one lot (Lot 11, Block 1) is proposed not as part of the development but to clean up lot lines by combining a remnant from the development site with an adjacent parcel. The two existing single- family homes on the development site are proposed to be removed. Access through the development is proposed by an extension of Taconite Trail to connect with Deerwood Drive. Background In August 2004 the applicant submitted an incomplete application for a similar development on this site. Prior to application the developer held a neighborhood meeting regarding the development. A petition was submitted with 57 signatures in opposition of the project based in part on removal of significant trees. In March 2005 the applicant submitted an application for a Planned Development consisting of 34 lots. The applicant withdrew the application after the public hearing at the Advisory Planning Commission. PARKS AND TRAILS DEDICATION: This proposed development would be subject to a cash park dedication and cash trails dedication. TREE PRESERVATION: A tree inventory submitted with this application indicates that there are three-hundred fifteen (315) significant trees in the inventory. Individual tree size and species break down is as follows: Species Avg Diameter Dia. Range Count Percent of Total Oak 20" 6"-35.5" 140 44% Black Cherry 10" 6"-14" 80 25% Spruce 7" 4-13" 28 9% The balance of the tree inventory is comprised of a variety of deciduous trees, including species such as aspen, box elder, elm, maple, willow, cottonwood, ash, and birch trees averaging 12" in diameter. The development as proposed will result in the removal of one-hundred forty-seven (147) significant trees (46.7 % of the total). According to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance allowable tree removal for this type of development proposal (single-phase, multiple- lot, single-unit residential) is set at 47.5% of the total significant trees. With a proposed removal less than the allowable amount, there is no required tree mitigation for this proposal. Preservation through tree spading In an effort to maximize tree preservation, the applicant intends to preserve, through transplanting, some of the existing spruce trees located within the property. The following trees are proposed to be preserved via transplanting, 135, 136, 138, 139, 171, 172, 175, 176, 177, 180, 186, 191, 192, 193, 197, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205. These transplanted trees are counted as "preserved" trees in the applicant's tree preservation calculations. Staff is concerned about the ability to physically move some of the larger spruce trees indicated above. Specifically, tree numbers 135 (11.5" diameter), 136 (13"), 138 (9"), 139 (12.5"), 180 (12.0"), 186 (11.0"), 191 (10.0"), 192 (15.0"). and 193 (14.0"). Staff is recommending that before a tree preservation plan is approved, a tree spade contractor, to be hired by the applicant, verify, in writing, the ability to successfully move these larger trees. Staff is also recommending that if these trees are successfully transplanted, a one-year maintenance agreement (including mulching and needed irrigation be provided by the applicant or tree spade contractor. , Potential additional tree preservation Following several visits to the site by staff, there appears to be the possibility to preserve additional trees, especially larger oak trees, without major development revisions. Staff is recommending that the applicant research the additional preservation of tree numbers 48 (36" red oak), 49 (26" red oak), 142 (21" bur oak), 91 (22" white oak), 106 (21" white oak), 107 (24" white oak), 119 (25" white oak), 250 (23" bur oak), 300 (24" white oak), and 188 (33" bur oak). Tree 188 lies directly (according to the submitted plan) on the plot line between lots 7 and 8. The preservation of this tree will require a partial site design revision, but staff feels it is justified as tree 188 (33" bur oak) is probably the "best" tree on this site, as it is a very large (specimen tree size according to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance), full-crown, healthy bur oak tree currently growing in the back yard area of the existing house. Staff is recommending that a walk-through of the site occur with the applicant and his representative (this should be an engineer and a certified arborist) to explore additional tree preservation. Encroachment inside preserved tree critical root zones Many trees intended to be preserved along grading limits have proposed grading contours indicated to occur inside the critical root zone, or have the proposed tree protection fence shown to be set at a distance inside the preserved tree's critical root zone, or have utility installation indicated to occur inside the tree critical root zone. These trees include tree numbers 31, 37, 40, 52, 53, 57, 69, 128, 140, 141, 147, 156, 180, 195, 206 (off-site 26" oak), 207, 208, 209, 210, 287, and 334. According to the City of Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance, these are both violations of ordinance requirements. There is to be no encroachment inside protected critical root zones and tree protection fence must be placed at the edge of the critical root zone or at the drip line of preserved trees, whichever is greater. The applicant should submit a revised Tree Preservation Plan that shows first no grading to occur inside preserved tree critical root zone (if grading cannot be avoided inside critical root zones, the tree must be classified as removed, and therefore mitigated for); and second, a revised Tree Preservation Plan should indicate the correct placement of required Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene laminate safety netting) shall be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of the Critical Root Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be preserved on-site. WATER QUALITY/WETLANDS: Water Qualily This proposed 12.8-acre residential subdivision is located in the upper portion of the City's A- watershed. Stormwater generated by the development will drain west toward the Minnesota River without entering any of the City's high priority waterbodies. Because of the size of the parcel, this project is subject to City water quality requirements. The developer proposes to meet water quality requirements primarily by constructing two stormwater ponds, one just south of the existing cell tower and one next to the west property line. Both stormwater ponds will pre-treat most of the runoff of the site before it enters existing wetlands and then the City's stormwater drainage system. To address runoff from the development directly to wetlands from a small portion of the site, a water quality cash dedication should be required in lieu of treatment ponding. Wetlands According to the wetland delineation report by Peterson Environmental Consulting, Inc., there are two jurisdictional wetlands associated with this site. Water Resources staff confirms the delineations as reported. One wetland is located at the end of the existing Taconite Trail. A portion of the other wetland is in the southwest comer of the parcel. Neither wetland is proposed to be impacted by draining, filling, or excavation. ALTERNATIVES FOR COMMISSION CONSIDERATION: 1. This development shall be responsible for a cash parks dedication. 2. This development shall be responsible for a cash trails dedication. 3. This development shall be responsible for constructing two ponds to treat stormwater runoff as proposed. The ponds shall have maximum depths of six feet and 10:1 aquatic benches beginning at the normal water levels. 4. This development shall be responsible for a cash dedication in lieu of treatment ponding for the remaining area of the development that will drain untreated to wetlands. 5. The wetland delineation report should be formally accepted as submitted. 6. This development shall be required to maintain a minimum 30-foot natural undisturbed wetland buffer around the two wetlands. 7. A walk-through of the site shall occur with the applicant and his representative (this should be an engineer and a certified arborist) to explore the potential of additional tree preservation. 8. Acknowledge that the applicant will preserve, through contractual tree transplanting with a 90" tree spade (minimum diameter), twenty-two (22) existing spruce trees (#135, 136, 138, 139, 171, 172, 175, 176, 177, 180, 186, 191, 192, 193, 197, 199, 200, 201, 202, 203, 204, and 205), to be moved to areas indicated on the submitted Preliminary Tree Mitigation Plan. Transplanted trees will be maintained (mulched and irrigated) for a period of one year by applicant or hired contractor. Staff is also recommending that before a tree preservation plan is approved, a tree spade contractor, to be hired by the applicant, verify, in writing, the ability to successfully move these larger trees. 9. The applicant shall be required to submit a revised Tree Preservation Plan that shows no encroachment inside preserved tree critical root zones, and the correct placement of required Tree Protective measures (i.e. orange colored silt fence or 4 foot polyethylene laminate safety netting) shall be installed at the Drip Line or at the perimeter of the Critical Root Zone, whichever is greater, of significant trees/woodlands to be preserved on-site. 10. The applicant shall be required to contact the City Forestry Division and set up a pre- construction site inspection at least five days prior to the issuance of the grading permit to ensure compliance with the approved Tree Preservation Plan and placement of the Tree Protection Fencing. r- Item: A14 4u#-,-"$ Pwn~ Loc r ivi a p Attachment: 1-deAoA HIP ,a ~,Q-7. y Q 6 ` lad 4 CI 4dps ~fl P .RDA o[>. T - ® • [ad G Q ~Ci~ °~0c ~m J is t3 m ¢ 4 0 La Subject Site • po ao Jill ~ Q 9 a ad f C~ @+ p 4 ~'3. S 0 4i oo P t3 s moo. 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(1 fl. R~ 5 PER IHOi tf MAU( l ~ ~-~K~/~ ~ ~•~J P®{/'a~ \ t PR Y,iE d'RPLmE ix£ SER,T tRfE l~J ` \ - --1-i'-.,t- VA Advisory Parks Commission February 16, 2006 Page 1 ADVISORY PARKS COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA MINUTES OF REGULAR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 16, 2006 A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks Commission was called to order at 7:00 p.m. on February 16, 2006 with the following Commission Members present: Joseph Bari, Phil Belfiori, Margo Danner, Duane Hansen, Muhammed Lodhi, Vice Chair Dorothy Peterson, Richard Pletcher and Ryan Zipf. Members Davis and Filipi were not present. Staff included Director Juli Syedell Johnson; Superintendent of Operations Cherryl Mesko; Superintendent of Parks Paul Olson; City Planner Pam Dudziak; Forestry Supervisor Gregg Hove; Water Resources Coordinator Eric Macbeth and Recording Secretary Lori Kimball. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Agenda Item F-1, Gustafson Addition was moved to G- 1, Development Proposal for further discussion. Member Bari moved, Member Danner seconded, with all present members voting in favor to approve the agenda as amended. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 12, 2006 Member Pletcher moved and Member Danner seconded, with all present members voting in favor to approve the minutes of January 16, 2006. VISITORS TO BE HEARD There were no visitors to be heard. DIRECTOR'S DEPARTMENT UPDATE Director Johnson provided a brief update of recent department activities for the parks, recreation and facilities divisions. Superintendent Mesko presented the new look of the Discover catalog that will be delivered to Eagan mailboxes next week. The new design advertises the city web site from a banner at the top of each page to encourage readers to utilize the website for class registration or to gather more information. Mesko described the changes to catalog contents as a "pilot program" and encouraged the public to provide feedback to the Parks and Recreation department. CONSENT AGENDA There were no items on the Consent Agenda. Advisory Parks Commission Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 16, 2006 Page 2 DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS GUSTAFSON ADDITION Director Johnson provided a brief background noting that Rick Gustafson is requesting approval to split his lot, creating two single family parcels, on his property located at 543 Red Pine Lane. Johnson asked Water Resources Coordinator Macbeth to discuss wetlands and water quality issues. Macbeth showed a map of the area in question, stating that the adjacent pond is a Class IV Wildlife Habitat considered a public waters wetland. Macbeth stated that the area of land doesn't provide a reasonable and practical way of dealing with storm water. There Macbeth showed an aerial photo of the area, explaining there will be a cash dedication required in lieu of storm water ponding because of the size of the lot. Discussion focused on water flow and water quality as questions were answered by Macbeth. Dan Markes of 4802 Red Pine Court said he lives near this property and is not opposed to this request but is concerned about water quality. The pond and conservation easement is in place to preserve the natural character. Markes continued that in 2001, the City required the Finch Place developer to create a conservation easement adjacent to this wetland. Markes asked that the commission insist on creating an easement and a detailed replanting plan for consistency of how this area appears. Martin Breese of 4798 Red Pine Court addressed the commission and opined that an easement is necessary due to the significant algae bloom. Breese stated that his children go into this water during the summer and wanted to see the water quality improved. Evelyn Nelson of 1776 Nokia Way introduced herself as Gustafson's mother-in-law who originally purchased the property for the couple. Nelson stated that another parcel of land had been purchased so a driveway could be accommodated and is now used by Finch Place residents. Nelson discussed the amount of stormwater that runs to this area and opined that another easement would not improve the water quality. She asked the commission to not impose a hardship on the Gustafsons. Vice Chair Peterson asked Macbeth to explain the impact of an easement. Macbeth used the map to show lots 14-18 in Finch Place that were affected by an easement, meaning that it has been agreed with the developers and the City that this area would be left alone to continue a natural, vegetati ; e area. VY'ice Chair Peterson asked Nelson if providing an easement on this land would cause them a hardship. Gustafson answered that it would not provide a hardship, that it is more of an issue of already having made sacrifices and spent money on this area; the building of a subdivision, installation of a transformer and land taken from them for the building of the school were enough sacrifices, he opined. Gustafson said he wants to keep it as natural as it can be. Member Pletcher opined that since Gustafson wanted to keep his land as natural as possible, it seemed appropriate to want another easement. Member Zipf asked Gustafson if an easement were recommended, would it change Gustafson's current building plans. Gustafson answered that it would not change his building plans however, they had already given a lot and don't feel they have to give any more. Member Zipf asked Macbeth to clarify the Commission's choice to recommend an easement versus paying a fee. Macbeth answered that if the wetland weren't on a lot, the City would still require a cash dedication. Macbeth responded to questions regarding the easement and shoreline. Mr. Marks again approached the commission and restated his preference, asking the commission to require Gustafson to design the land around the pond with the same requirements as Finch Place was required to follow when the developer was building. Advisory Parks Commission February 16, 2006 Page 3 After further brief discussion, Vice Chair Peterson moved and Member Pletcher seconded, with all present members voting to recommend to the City Council the following: 1. Trails dedication due for the development shall be satisfied through a cash dedication. 2. Park dedication due for the development shall be satisfied through a cash dedication. 3. A 30 foot easement in lieu of a cash dedication should be required for this development 4. An Individual Lot Tree Preservation plan shall be submitted at the time of building permit application for Lot 1. RED PINE CROSSING Director Johnson introduced this item. City Planner Dudziak provided background stating the developer plans to create three lots at the southwest comer of Red Pine Lane and Highway 3. The property is currently zoned Neighborhood Business and the applicant proposes to rezone the property to Planned Development to accommodate multiple buildings on a single parcel, proposing to construct three commercial retail buildings on this site. Dudziak also clarified that the recommendation that the park dedication had been met was an error and that the dedication has not yet been paid. Forestry Supervisor Hove introduced the subject of tree preservation. Hove stated that a tree inventory has been conducted on this site and provided aerial photo to view. Hove continued that the majority of the woodland trees are located within seventy feet of the existing wetland in the southwest portion of the site. The development as proposed as proposed will result in the removal of five significant trees and 32,556 square feet of significant woodlands (96% of the total). According to the Eagan Tree Preservation Ordinance the developers would be required to provide a tree mitigation plan that calculates to 95 Category B trees or an equivalent combination of Category A and/or C trees. Forester Hove concluded by stating an incorrect Tree Mitigation Plan had been submitted and the developer would be resubmitting an accurate plan. Water Resources Coordinator Macbeth provided a map and explained to viewers where the runoff drains on this parcel of land. Macbeth stated that a 12-acre wetland (LP-23), a state water wetland that drains into Marsh Lake, is immediately downstream from this proposed development. Macbeth continued, saying the developer plans to construct two ponds which would pre-treat runoff before it drains to the wetland. The design and construction of the treatment ponds and infiltration basins would need to satisfy City standards and criteria. The developer has already submitted a wetland delineation report which identifies one wetland that is subject to the WCA laws and rules. Macbeth then referred to the Water Quality Management Plan (WQMP) that is currently being updated, listing its various approaches that would apply to protect this wetland. Vice Chair Peterson questioned whether protection standards from the WQMP update could be applied to this situation. Macbeth noted that the new standards are not yet in place but wanted to illustrate the impact of the new standards to this particular development. The developer has submitted an application for Wetland Replacement but needs to submit a completed plan. Macbeth reviewed sequencing avoidance alternatives stating that City staff must analyze and evaluate whether "Sequencing" requirements have been adequately addressed. Macbeth answered questions from the commission regarding sequencing. Ron Peterson, of Environmental Services, represented Revestors stating they disagree why the sequencing analysis cannot be approved. Peterson believes the application contained a complete sequencing analysis, and in the opinion of the developer a plan for total avoidance is a poor alternative. Peterson opined that of the five factors in the WCA rules, total avoidance fails on two accounts. Peterson argued that a 30 foot buffer by the pond is customary but not required. Advisory Parks Commission Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 16, 2006 Page 4 Member Belfiori questioned the developers plan regarding pre-filtering stormwater before it goes to the pond. Belfiori requested staff review this plan to ensure the maintenance capabilities of the pond are not compromised. Belfiori asked if the developer had conducted an evaluation to determine that he will not be minimizing the value of the wetland. Peterson answered no evaluation has been done. Belfiori then asked if the bounce had been determined. Peterson responded that the bounce would raise 24" in a 10 year storm. Pletcher questioned why the Wetland Replacement Plan cannot be approved. Macbeth responded that it cannot be approved because the form from the Board of Water and Soil Resources states that sequencing has not been adequately addressed. Discussion focused whether the commission needed to make a decision. Director Johnson informed them a decision had to be made in order to move this development proposal along through the process. Dudziak informed the commission they can recommend part or all of the alternatives presented. Vice Chair Peterson moved and Member Pletcher seconded, with all present members voting to recommend to the City Council the following: 1. The development shall be responsible for a cash park dedication and a cash trail dedication. 2. The applicant shall be required to fulfill the required tree mitigation through the installation of ninety-five (95) Category B trees (or an equivalent combination of Category A and/or Category C trees and resubmit the tree mitigation plan. 3. Stormwater runoff shall be treated onsite via two constructed ponds. The design and construction of the treatment ponds and infiltration basins should satisfy City standards and criteria. 4. The wetland delineation report for the site shall be approved as submitted. 5. The wetland replacement plan for the site shall be denied as submitted. 6. A minimum 30-foot natural vegetation buffer shall be provided next to the wetland. The commission cited the following reasons for denying the wetland replacement plan; 1)staff evaluation based on the standard established and implemented for other projects and 2) the sequencing argument for avoidance has not been met. OLD BUSINESS There were no items to review under Old Business NEW BUSINESS PUBLIC HEARING: THRESHER FIELDS GRANT APPLICATION The City Council designated the Advisory Parks Commission meeting of February 16, 2005 as the public hearing date required for the application of DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant. This grant will assist with further development of Thresher Fields. Notice of the public hearing section of the February 16, 2005 APrC meeting was published with the APrC agenda in the City's newspaper of record. Vice Chair Peterson asked that this discussion be noted as a Public Hearing. Superintendent of Parks, Paul Olson, provided a brief overview the Outdoor Recreation Grant and described the following proposed projects which the grant money would be applied to. Project Scope/Activity Involved The proposed project includes park shelter buildings that will function as a restroom, weather/sun shelter, trail head, and gathering area. The use of Thresher Fields is mixed; partially groomed athletic Advisory Parks Commission February 16, 2006 Page 5 fields with scheduled activities ranging from soccer practice to tournament play. The proposed restroom/storage building would provide the only restrooms available for public use in the vicinity. Heavy use of the site is expected to continue given the demand for scheduled tournaments and games. A permanent structure would offer comfort and convenient storage of maintenance equipment and supplies. Some of the more prestigious tournaments require on-site facilities. The proposed 2400 square foot, open-sided, shelter building will provide active and passive opportunities, It will serve as a shelter during inclement weather, a meeting area for visitors, or the base location for team pictures or personal events like picnics or afternoon play. Grills and picnic tables will be located nearby. The facility will be ADA compliant and use energy efficient fixtures and resilient materials that have become standard in Eagan park buildings. The service building will be approximately 640 square foot, block and wood, seasonal building with male and female ADA compliant restroom facilities. There will be additional space for maintenance supplies and storage, bulletin boards, drinking fountains and picnic tables separated by a landscaped buffer from the parking area. Water and sewer service to the building site were installed during the first phase of park development. A playground with features intended for accessibility will be installed near the pavilion. It will provide opportunities for young, non-participants or visitors to enjoy an activity at any time. A paved accessible trail will extend from the parking lot past the playground to a scenic overlook deck located above the easterly shore of the lake. The trail beyond the overlook will transition to a soft surface hiking trail and connect with an existing City trail along Yankee Doodle Road, The trail will provide an opportunity for park users to hike between Thresher Fields and the existing City trail system. A future phase of park improvement may extend the trail around the lake. A connector trail segment running north from the park was installed during a recent upgrade of the entry road. Implementation Schedule Park shelter buildings of this size and scope have typically been able to complete substantial construction within the year they begin. It is anticipated that the proposed project would be achieved in later 2007, opening in May of 2008. The grant allows a three year time period for coiliplctof elements. . Overall cost and the pro used financi or the project Olson informed the commission that total estimated cost of the proposed project is $394.000. The DNR requires a 50% match for funding consideration, thus the grant request is $197,000. The local match of 50% is expected to consist of $182,000 to be allocated from the Park Site Fund and a $15,000 of in-kind labor costs. The in-kind contribution will consist primarily of the value of City labor used to implement the project. Twenty years of services would be provided with no assessed costs to the public. Costs to be assessed to community residents Project financing is proposed to be 50% state grant funding, and 50% from the Park Site Fund. Since the Park Site Fund is derived from developer contribution rather than taxation or special assessment, it is not anticipated that the proposed project will have any cost assessed to community residents. Other associated project costs Other costs associated with the project would be routine and long term maintenance. Olson said costs would be included in the City's annual operation and maintenance budgetary request. Advisory Parks Commission Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 16, 2006 Page 6 The public hearing concluded with Member Bari moving to submit the grant application for the Outdoor Recreation Grant through the Department of Natural Resources. Member Danner seconded and all present voted to approve. The City Council has this item scheduled for its March 7`h Council meeting. The completed application will be submitted to the DNR by March 31, 2006. Should the project request be accepted, the project could be completed in 2007. PUBLIC ART AND MEMORIAL POLICY Director Johnson introduced this item, noting there is currently no policy or guideline in place for making decisions regarding proposals to place public art or memorial structures within Eagan Parks. A subcommittee met in January to compose a draft version of this policy. Member Zipf referred to the draft policy's Guideline 1 that reads "absolute ownership must pass to the City". Zipf suggested including specific wording to allow the artist to waive their rights under the Visual Arts and Rights Act, a federal law which allows the artist to protect their work from destruction or alteration. Zipf opined that the option of waiving rights would be a benefit for the City if the city desires a piece of artwork and the artist who is unwilling to give up absolute ownership. Zipf referred to Guideline 5 "structures with political or religious messages will not be accepted" and Guideline 6 "Donations that require the City to pay installation, framing, restoration or repair are not encouraged." Suggesting these guidelines be changed from a guideline to a listing under Criteria for Review. This would allow artwork with a religious or political connotation to be considered by the City rather than refusal before consideration. Member Lodhi moved and Vice Chair Peterson seconded, with all present members voting in favor to enact the policy as amended prior to the City attorney reviewing the policy and consider Member Zipf's suggestions for inclusion. FEES AND CHARGES POLICY Member Danner provided background on this item, stating the subcommittee had met twice to draft a policy to determine fees and charges for Parks and Recreation programs. The draft policy was reviewed by Gene VanOverbeke, Eagan's Finance Director. Member Danner moved, Member Bari seconded with all present members voting in favor to recommend the policy for recreation programs and services be adopted and implemented as presented at the APrC meeting of February 16, 2006. PARK CLASSIFICATIONS Superintendent Olson introduced this item stating that the recently completed 20/20 Vision Plan made suggestions pertaining to the system used to classify parks. The APrC was asked to review and approve the adoption of a new City wide classification system as developed by staff and the commission. The revised classification system has been reviewed twice by the APrC in a workshop setting. At the workshop held on January 12, 2006, the consensus of those present was that the system as now described was appropriate. Olson continued that upon acceptance of the revised classification system staff will work to define a system of maintenance procedures or management strategies that can be assigned to each classification. Proposed Park Classifications are as follows: Advisory Parks Commission February 16, 2006 Page 7 Neighborhood Common Intended to serve specific neighborhoods within medium to high density residential areas, that can not be adequately served by a traditional neighborhood park due to physical limitations or access constraints. In certain circumstances, the park may be privately operated. Generally 1 to 4 acres in size with limited amenities that may include a play structure, hard court and some seating, i/4 mile service area. The amenities may be specific to the needs of the surrounding neighborhood. Neighborhood Park Provides for a variety active and passive/formal and informal, within a park space that is easily accessible from a defined neighborhood service area, generally 3/4 of a mile. Distribution is throughout the community. Amenities may include ball fields, skating rinks, warming house, play structure, open space and hard courts. The size is variable though most are less than 15 acres. Community Park Facilities and use are targeted are targeted to serve residents of the entire City. The scale and scope of the site, improvements and amenities are adequate for large groups and special events. Generally more than 25 acres in size, they are often associated with a significant natural feature. Easily accessible from collector and arterial roadways. Amenities are non-athletic and may include large shelters and pavilions, hiking trails, play structures, fishing piers and picnic grounds. Community Athletic Field A large athletic complex servicing the entire community, intended primarily for organized youth and adult play including tournaments. Generally more than 25 acres in size and easily accessible. Field space may be developed for a specific sport or remain open to allow for multiple sport use. Fields may be lighted to accommodate extended use. Some opportunity for passive use that includes trails and picnic areas, restroomiservice buildings and play structures may be on site. Preserve An isolated site consisting primarily of unique and/or undisturbed tracts of park land. While not physically connected to other park land, it may function as part of an ecological corridor, flyway or a link in other natural processes. Development is associated only with passive activities such as hihi.g, Nature observation or resource enhancement. Some may contain or function as drain runs, retention ponds or storm water collection points. Access may be limited Greenway Preserve A primarily undisturbed tract of park land containing unique and/or undisturbed natural resources, most often physically connected to other preserves or resources via a natural corridor. Any activities are passive and may include hiking, nature observation and interpretation. The site may contain elements of, or function as, part of the storm water management system. Access may be limited. Greenway Corridor A contiguous lineal corridor or resource that enhances buffers or connects undisturbed natural areas or features. May allow for physical access between areas via a trail or function as wildlife/ecologic corridor. Access may be from multiple public spaces, streets or trails. Special Use Facilities that provide a unique activity or built environment/amenities that promotes a unique activity, often intended for a single purpose. The location may be dictated by the physical needs of a specific activity which make it incompatible with other recreational areas. Service are is the entire community. Advisory Parks Commission Minutes of Regular Meeting of February 16, 2006 Page 8 Historic Site A site intended to preserve, protect and/or interpret historic areas or buildings. Improvement are generally limited to those intended to enhance the experience of any visitors or of scheduled, on-site, programs. The site may also be designated as historically significant at the State or national level. Member Danner moved, Vice Chair Peterson seconded with all present members voting in favor to adopt a revised system of park classification as presented at the APrC meeting of February 16, 2006. WATER RESOURCES UPDATE Water Quality Management Plan Update Member Belfiori provided an update for the commission on the Water Quality Plan. He clarified that another plan, the Wetland Management Plan, is also being worked on and directly affects the Water Quality Plan. Belfiori explained that the 100 wetland evaluations conducted are now being classified and will play a role in the water quality goals for the city. Belfiori concluded saying the subcommittee will now meet monthly. OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS Member Pletcher updated the commission on the Donor Policy. Pletcher noted that the intention of re-visiting the already approved Donor Policy was to see if there were any changes that might be necessary based on other policies being implemented. It was the consensus of the ad-hoc committee that the intent of the Donor Policy was appropriate and will serve a guide for future significant donations. ROUND TABLE Member Danner informed the audience that a live web cast is now available for people to view live APrC and other City meetings over the internet. The website also contains archives of City meetings and is available by going to www.cityofeagan.com and choosing "Webcast Central". ADJOURNMENT With no further business to conduct, Member Pletcher moved, Member Bari seconded with all members voting in favor to adjourn the meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 9:23 p.m. Secretary Date