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04/05/1984 - Advisory Parks & Recreation CommissionEAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:00 P.M. APRIL 5, 1984 3. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS: 7. ADJOURNMENT AGENDA ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE. 2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA AND APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM MEETING OF FEBRUARY 2, 1984 AND MARCH 1, 1984. a. Lexington Place South U.S. Homes Corp. b. Wescott Hills revised Kenneth Tschida c. Brittany 7th Tollefson Bldrs. Inc. d. Cedar Cliff commercial Wooddale Inc. e. Peace Reformed Church f. Group W Cable 4. OLD BUSINESS a. Parks Bond Referendum review and discussion 5. NEW BUSINESS a. Tree Nursery b. Review drafting of ordinance regulating boating /water activities 6. OTHER BUSINESS AND REPORTS a. Heine Pond Park preliminary concept review b. River Hills Park play equipment request c. Dist. #196 play equipment request d. Kehne House Council action e. Trail connection Heine Strasse Clemson Court MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION j<✓ FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: APRIL 2, 1984 RE: COMMISSION AGENDA APRIL 5TH With the press of department activities, time has not permitted me to prepare the usual packet of department information to go along with each agenda item. Therefore, you will only find the materials from the Planning Department relative to the development proposals, an earlier prepared memo on the Tree Nursery and a draft of an ordin— ance regulating boating and water activities. K V /js MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA FEBRUARY 2, 1984 Subject to Approval A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairman Martin at 7:00 p.m. All members were present with the exception of Tom Ketcham, who was out of town. Also present were the Director of Parks and Recreation, Ken Vraa; Administrative Assistant, Liz Witt; and Parks and Recreation Intern, Jim Sturm. Park Plan Consultant, Tim Erkkila, was present to discuss Meadowland Park concept plans Rahn Park development. AGENDA There were no additions or corrections to the agenda and on a motion by Commission member Carroll, seconded by Thurston, the agenda was approved as presented. MINUTES Several corrections were noted to the January 5, 1984, minutes. In regard to the Berkshire Pond proposal, the correction on the bottom of page one should read "Chairman Martin stated he prefer- red the tot lot be located elsewhere and the developer just redraw his lot lines. He did not want the City to accept the parcel for a park On page two, Director Vraa noted approximately 1/3 credit was given for a smaller than usual parcel in Cinnamon Ridge but it was not a private park site. In regards to the financing of the Park System on page four, Commission member Kubik said the goal of the Task Force is defined as financing. No other comment was necessary so the second sentence was deleted; he did not want the park systems plan addressed at all. In regards to Meadowland Park on page five, Chairman Martin concluded the "planning" of Meadowlands was a great learning experience and demonstrated the wide variety of issues which must be addressed throughout the planning process. On a motion by Commission member Thurston, seconded by Bertz, the minutes were approved as corrected. JANUARY 11, 1984 MINUTES Chairman Martin noted that on the park credit for Outlot A, Kensington Place; the 1.4 acres was credited at a higher rate, based on the value of commercial property for parks dedication. Commission member Jackson moved, Kubik seconded, to approve the January 11, 1984, minutes as corrected. The motion carried. A. Election of Officers Director Vraa opened with a call for nominations for a Chairper- son. Roger Martin was nominated and no other names were proposed. On a motion by Carroll, seconded by McNeely, the Commission cast a unanimous ballot for Chairman Martin. Chairman Martin then called for nominations for Vice Chairperson. Carolyn Thurston was nominated. Martin moved, seconded by Bertz, that the Commission cast a unanimous ballot for Carolyn Thurston. The motion carried. Chairman Martin called for nominations for Secretary and Richard Carroll was named. Commission member Masin moved and McNeely seconded to cast a unanimous ballot for Carroll. The motion carried. B. Meeting Day /Time After some discussion the Commission felt they would continue to meet the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. No official action would take place until 7:15 to accommodate those who could not make the 7:00 p.m. starting time. Commission member Kubik made a motion of the above; McNeely seconded and the motion carried. C. Standing Committees The roster of the 1984 along with its standing Recreation George Kubik, Chair Sandy Masin Sandy Bertz Carolyn Thurston Development Dick Carroll, Chair All Other Commission Members Who Can Attend ORGANIZATION Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission committees is as follows: Park Names Dick Carroll, Chair Carolyn Thurston Roger Martin Doug McNeely Special Issues Roger Martin, Chair Sandy Masin George Kubik Finance Carolyn Thurston, Chair Joanne Alt Bill Jackson (Newly appointed Commission member Ketcham will make his committee choices by the March meeting date.) DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. Sunset Fourth and Fifth Additions Sunset Fourth is within the Lexington South PD and there is no park dedication requirement. Sunset Fifth is one lot being split into two so a cash dedication is in order. Commission member Jackson moved, Bertz seconded, that the Commission recommends a cash dedication for the lot split. The motion carried unamimously. C. Park Service Area 24 DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS B. The Pines This development is part of Hilltop Addition and the park dedica- tion has been fulfilled. Director Vraa suggested the Commission consider the need for a tot -lot. He noted the developers do not expect family type occupancy because of the price range and the fact that one /two bedrooms comprise most of the units. Director Vraa said thought should be given to establishing a policy on the ratio of tot lots; number of units, as well as a guide on recreational areas by age groups small children, older children, adults, etc. The Commission would then be in a better position to suggest a recreational area based on character of development occupants. The Commission members were in agreement with the Director assessment. The development of policy would be an appropriate issue for the Special Issues Committee. The Director of Parks and Recreation was requested to prepare some background information for the sub committee to review. Commission member Carroll moved, Kubik seconded, that the Advisory Park and Recreation Commission recommend the developer include a limited recreational area, perhaps in the NE corner. The motion carried. Director Vraa noted for the Commission that the Planning Depart- ment has received an informal proposal for a development within this service area. The Commission should consider the needs of the Commission should consider the needs of the section and review the merits of the proposed development. The Commission then reviewed the service area, its proposed land use, topography, population projection, and other features of the district. There was discussion about the service area needs vs. what is proposed by the developer. Because no formal proposals had been received, no action was taken. D. Willmus Park Service Area 28 Parks and Recreation Director Vraa updated the Commission on park dedication by Willmus Properties, noting they are behind by approximately 2.3 acres. The Director stated that Mr. Wi l lmus had requested that the City review its position on parks, as he was preparing a development study for his property. Director Vraa said no formal action was necessary. The Commission then reviewed the park service area. It was noted that at one time there had been discussion of obtaining additional park to the East in the Blackhawk PD but that there was no follow up on this. After discussion, members agreed that it would still want the park from Willmus Properties with suitable access. OLD BUSINESS A. Meadowland Concept Plans Park Plan consultant, Tim Erkkila, presented three concept plans to the Commission for Meadowland Park. (This was the park the Commission worked on at the January meeting.) Scheme #1 showed a typical neighborhood park in the east half behind the homes. The west half had an overlapping soccer /ballfield activity area. This plan kept the high activity area away from the homes but would have higher grading costs. Scheme #2 placed the soccer field to the west and ballfield in the east with other amenities in the middle. A road would have to be constructed to the center of the park for parking facilities. Scheme #3 places neighborhood uses to the west and high activity to the east behind the homes. The ballfield overlaps somewhat with the soccer field. Some Commission members expressed concern with the sliding hills being placed so that sleds would go directly into the ponding areas. Director Vraa asked the Commission to think about the schemes and make a decision at the March meeting. Commission members asked that preliminary cost information, grading, roadway construction, parking lot and land use plans for the area south of the park be provided to aid in the decision making. Park Planning Plan consultant Erkkila briefly outlined a book, Anatomy of a Park, which provides a useful guide to the planning of parks. The steps involved are: 1) survey program development what do you have 2) inventory on -site; off -site 3) analyze what you want where and relationship of activities 4) analyze the site 5) synthesize plans and see how they work in actual site 6) refine Plan consultant Erkkila suggested commission members refer to the book for issues which should be included when planning a park. The book also has requirements necessary for specific type parks. B. Rahn Park Development Plan consultant Erkkila said survey work was done to verify the aerial photo topography of Rahn Park. Soil borings were also taken to see if the site is buildable and discover possible problem soils. The top soil varied from 2" to 3' with the average equal to 15 Mr. Erklkila said the depth is adequate and the studies were necessary to verify the base data for the parcel. Detailed plans and specifications can now proceed. There was a brief discussion regarding whether the project shaould proceed, or wait; until the determination of a Bond issue. Members agreed that no further work should proceed until after a bond issue is determined. NEW BUSINESS A. Rules and Procedures for Community Room Parks and Recreation Director Vraa provided the Commission with suggested rules /procedures for community room usage. Commissioner member Carroll expressed his preference not to charge non profit groups such as the boy scouts to use the community center. Commission member Thurston asked that a log of requests be kept. Director Vraa noted that Dorothy Peterson has been maintaining such a record and will continue. Member Kubick stated he had no problems with the rules and suggested they be accepted with the idea they be reviewed in a year's time. On a motion by Carroll, seconded by Thruston, the Commission voted to accept the rules and procedures (attached) and recommend their approval to the City Council. The motion passed unanimously. B. Fiscal Year 1985 LAWCON Grant Parks and Recreation Director Vraa stated that more than one application may be allowed this yearfor LAWCON /LCMR funding; he suggested Schwanz Lake, Thomas Lake and perhaps Coachman parks. The maximum allowable for any one park is $200,000. Director Vraa indicated he will need direction from the Commission by the March meeting as to the priorities for the City. OTHER BUSINESS A. Council Action The City Council approved the Advisory Park and Recreation Commission recommendations as to park dedication requirements and as to the Lexington South PUD. The Council denied Berkshire Pond Parkland dedication, as had been recommended. B. Recreation Committee The Recreation Committee will meet Thursday, February 16, at 7:00 P.M. in the community room. C. Task Force The Director stated that the Citizens Task Force on Parks was organized and would meet on Monday, January 6, at 7:30 p.m. Commission member Masin moved, Chairman Martin seconded, to adjourn the meeting. Adjournment was at 10 :10 p.m. ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION EAGAN, MINNESOTA MARCH 1, 1984 A regular meeting of the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chairman Martin at 7:15 p.m. All members were present with the exception of Doug McNeely. Commission member George Kubik had previously notified the Commission he would be late. Also present were the Director of Parks and Recreation, Ken Vraa; Administrative Assistant, Liz Witt; and Parks and Recreation Intern, Jim Sturm. AGENDA Parks Director Vraa added a few minor items to Other Business and Reports. Commission member Carroll moved, seconded by Thurston, the agenda be accepted as amended. The motion carried. A. Holmes Addition B. Rose Hill Addition MINUTES SUBJECT TO APPROVAL The minutes of February 2, 1984, were not included in the packet so action was deferred to the April meeting. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS Parks Director Vraa briefly described the Holmes Addition the platting of one acre into two single- family lots. He recommended a cash dedication be accepted. There was some discussion about a possible trail around the lake. Director Vraa stated that most of the land has already been platted around the lake. A pathway easement would have to be acquired from many property owners in order to get the trail all the way around. On a motion by Carroll, seconded by Jackson, the Commission agreed to recommend a cash dedication for the property. The motion carried unanimously. This proposal consists of 14 single- family lots on a cul de sac placed so as to provide access to Blackhawk Lake. Director Vraa recommended that a cash dedication be a condition of plat approval. Commission member Thurston moved, Bertz seconded, that a cash dedication be accepted. The motion carried. C. Safari Estates Director Vraa noted that Ridgecliff is the neighborhood park for the area. Access to the park from this development would be down Covington, or a proposed trail through Dakota County Park. Commission member Alt moved, with Ketcham seconding, to accept cash dedication for Safari Estates. The motion carried. ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES March 1, 1984 Page 2 D. Oak Cliff Addition Director Vraa explained that this parcel is within the Winkler /Jackson PUD and was first proposed for multiple housing. The proposal now is for single- family. The Winkler /Jackson PUD originally provided for the dedication of 4.4 acres for park and grading to fulfill park dedication requirements. With fewer units proposed, there may be less monies for grading. (There was also a turn -back agreement with MnDot to acquire an additional 4+ acres and the 8+ total acres would form a neighborhood park.) After review and discussion, Chairman Martin moved and Carroll seconded to accept the proposed park property and to recommend the PD agreement calling for dedication with the first phased development, be completed. Further, that grading of the park be completed as previously agreed to. The motion carried unanimously. E. Lexington Square This proposal calls for 372 single family units on a 132 acre site. The north half is phase I with construction anticipated in 1984. The westerly part is phase II and would go up the following year. Completion of the development is scheduled for three years. The parcel is part of the Lexington South PD and was recently down -zoned to R -2. Parks Recreation Director Vraa noted for the Commission that Outlot A is not part of the PD and there must be a separate cash dedication and agreement when it comes in for platting. Commission members voiced their concerns with the Lexington Square proposal. Issues raised were sidewalk and trailway requirements, access to park via Northview Park Road being hampered by parked cars of adjacent homeowners, drainage of the area particularly as it affects the potential parking area within the park, and lighting and screening for the ball fields. Director Vraa noted that Northview Park Road will have 70' R/W with a 44' road surface. Engineering has proposed to shift the road 10' to the north and put the bike trail on the south side of the road. Thus, residents from within Lexington Square, as well as elsewhere, will have access to the park. There was a lengthy review and discussion by the Commission of the proposed plat. Chairman Martin moved, Thurston seconded, that the following concerns must be addressed while considering park dedication for Lexington Square: 1. Surface drainage should be shifted to the north so that the park pond level is not affected by any run off. 2. The proposed 5' sidewalk along Lexington Avenue be changed to an 8' bituminous trail. Members noted that there will be an 8' trail along the west side of Lexington, which is part of another PD. It was noted that Lexington would be similar to Pilot Knob Road, therefore, trails on both sides should be included. 3. The City should require a 15' trail easement within the 50' NSP ease- ment along the eastern edge of the development. 4. The developers should be notified that the City intends to light the ball fields and that screening of the ball fields will be necessary by the City and developer. ADVISORY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION IIINUTES March 1, 1984 Page 3 5. Parking on Northview Park Road should not obstruct access to the park or residential driveways. Concern was expressed for possible traffic congestion on Northview Park Road after ball games. Staff wall asked to review the possibility of extending the parking area within the Park or for parallel parking adjacent to Northview Road and the soccer field. The motion was unanimously approved. A. Meadowland Park OLD BUSINESS Parks Recreation Director Vraa and Intern Sturm reviewed the three concept plans for Meadowland Park. They cited grading costs, compatibility of various uses and saving vegetation which resulted in a fourth concept plan. In this plan, the ball fields would be in the east, the park entrance would be shifted to the north, the roadway and plantings would separate usages. Commission members suggested moving the tot lot away from the hard ball court and leave the knoll as a sliding area. Commission member Carroll moved, Bertz seconded, to recommend approval of concept plan 4, with the modifications mentioned. The motion was approved. B. Park Names The City Council had set aside some park names requesting background information from the Advisory Parks Recreation Commission. Discussion started with Northview Park which would be named Downing. The Commission listed their reasons for changing the name: 1. The Commission prefers an identity separate from Northview School. There is no access to the park from the school but park users expect there to be a connection because they think the park is part of the school grounds. 2. There is a Northview Park in Burnsville aggravating an already confusing situation. Park Name Committee Chairman, Dick Carroll, was directed to write a response to the Council outlining Commission reasons for the submitted park names. The Commission also wanted to keep the names Stonecutters, Robbers Ravine, Barleycorn and Logger's Trail. Committee Chairman Carroll will include the historical perspective for these names. Trapp Farm will be referred back to the Park Name Committee. Discussion concluded with the suggestion that each park have a plaque explaining the name. NEW BUSINESS A. LAWCON /LCMR Grants Commission members discussed priorities for FY '85 grant applications. The Commission reviewed Coachman Park, Schwanz Lake and Capricorn Park as well ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES March 1, 1984 Page 4 as other possibilities. Director Vraa noted that Schwanz Lake will be a community park and the City will need to acquire additional property from three private homeowners. He said the Capricorn request could be reduced now and returned later for a second request. On a motion by Thurston, seconded by Hasin, the Commission recommended to the Council the following priorities for FY 1985 LAWCON /LC?IR 1. Coachman Park Further, that staff be directed to begin the acquisition of the private property on Schwanz Lake. B. Parkland Review Section 14 2. Schwanz Lake 3. Capricorn Park Parks Recreation Director Vraa noted for the Commission that there is interest in development in the area now that sewer is coming in. In order to get a 10 -acre park in Section 14, 2 to 6 acres would have to be purchased. Director Vraa commented that the most desirable land for park is probably the most desirable for the developer, making it more difficult to obtain. The Director displayed several graphic illustrations showing locations for possible siting of a park. He explained the ramifications of each as to their limitations and means of acquisition. The Commission had numerous questions and a lengthy discussion, after which Thurston moved, Bertz seconded, to have Director Vraa spell out where the park site is wanted before a plat comes in. The City should be ready to purchase the needed acreage up front. Encouraging the developer to locate the park where the City desires. The motion carried unanimously. C. '84 Commission Objectives The Commission agreed to the following objectives while deferring implementation until after a possible park bond referendum. 1. Park bond referendum 2. Tour special -use facilities 3. A Recreation Plan 4. Review park dedication fee 5. Tour Eagan parks before summer meetings 6. Update Systems Plan in the fall. A. Task Force OTHER BUSINESS Task Force Chairman, Carolyn Thurston, reported that two information meetings had been held; that they have been well- attended; the people are interested and want to be informed. She expected that the task force would soon decide the dollar amount, whether there will be one or two parts and a referendum date. There will probably be a special Advisory Parks Recreation Commission /City Council meeting to formally set the referendum in motion. ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES March 1, 1984 Page 5 B. Sperry Field Parks Recreation Director Vraa has been notified that Sperry will be requiring more ball field time for company teams. This means the City may have to turn down requests that have heretofore been honored. Vraa said there are no plans to convert youth ball fields to adult ball fields. He said the City has already received 16 new team requests for 1984. This item was informational and no Commission action was necessary. C. Special Issues Committee Roger Sjobeck, Eagan resident and architect, reviewed the Kehne House for the Special Issues Committee at a meeting on February 23. He said the structure is sound but he would need to remeasure to get an accurate cost estimate for repair. He would look at the structure as a home, rental property or a place of recreation. The Sub committee, after hearing Mr. Sjobeck's report, requested he prepare a cost estimate for his time to do a more detailed review of the house. members suggested that it would appear that the preliminary reviews warrant further study because of the value of the home. The Director responded that a cost not -to- exceed basis would cost $1,200 and would cover the major areas of concern: 1. Remeasure and develop floor plan 2. Review hallway revision; prepare an analysis 3. Determine restroom alternatives 4. Review utilities, i.e., heating, lighting plumbing 5. Cost estimating for house repair. Chairman Martin moved, Carroll seconded, to recommend Roger Sjobeck be retained for up to $1,200 to draft proposals for the Kehne House. The motion carried. D. Recreation Committee Mr. Kubik reported the Recreation Committee had met to review the on- going recreation programs. The Committee considered resources such as staff time involvement, self- sustaining programs, etc., as well as the people being served. The Committee felt there cannot be increased recreation activities without supplemental staff assigned to them. The Committee is scheduled to meet again on March 14. E. Field Use Policy And Fees The Director of Parks Recreation stated the Commission had previously approved the use and fee policies in March of 1983, requesting a re- review in 1984. Program Director, Dorothy Peterson, sent a memo citing no changes are necessary norhave there been problems in policies or fees at this time. Commission member Carroll moved, Jackson seconded, that the policies and fees again be accepted without change. The motion carried. ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION CO;MISSION MINUTES March 1, 1954 Page 6 F. Bluebird Houses In Patrick Eagan Park Director Vraa informed the Commission that a 4 —H group received his permission to place bluebird houses in Patrick Eagan Park for a bluebird trail. Commission members were very enthusiastic about the project. Dated: G. Seniors Group Meeting Sixty —eight people returned responses to the Seniors Survey indicating a great interest in a seniors program. The Recreation Committee will address senior wants and needs at a future meeting. ADJOURNMENT On a motion by Jackson, seconded by Ketcham, the Commission voted to adjourn at 10:25 p.m. Advisory Parks Rec Secretary LW CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT APPLICANT: U.S. HOMES CORPORATION, E. W. FIERKE, JR. LOCATION: PART OF THE W1 OF THE SW4.SECTION 14 EXISTING ZONING: R -4, (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE DISTRICT) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED: The first application submitted is a request to rezone approximately 50 acres from R -4 (Residential Multiple District) to R -1PD (Residential. Single District) with lot sizes which deviate from the R -1 zoning standards located in part of the W i of the SW4 Section 14. The second application submitted is a request for preliminary plat approval, Lexington Place South, consisting of approximately 50 acres and containing 134 single family lots which deviate from R -1 zoning standards, located in the W15 of the SW4, Section 14. ZONING AND LAND USE: Presently the parcel is zoned R -4 (Residential Multiple District) and has an approved preliminary plat consisting of 360 dwelling units. The Comprehensive Guide Plan designates this parcel as R -2 (Mixed Residential) with a density range of 3 to 6 dwelling units per acre. The proposed plan does conform with the proposed land use guide of the 3 to 6 dwelling units per acre. COMMENTS: As stated above, presently the parcel is zoned R -4, and there has been an approved preliminary plat consisting of fifteen 24 -unit buildings for an overall density of 360 dwelling units. Converting this to a density on a gross acre, the proposed plan consists of approximately 57.2 dwelling units per acre. The plan submitted for the March 27 public hearing is converting this R -4 zoning to an R -1 Planned Development where the lot sizes deviate from the R -1 zoning standards. The applicants have constructed a zero -lot line single family home and know that this particular lot size works for this proposed development. The gross density of this particular development is 2.7 units per acre on the gross up to 4.0 units per net acre excluding street right -of -way and proposed open space to be used within the development. Therefore, the proposed plan is slightly lower density than the comp plan, however, onthe net acreage it conforms to the Comprehensive Plan. In reviewing the continuity of this proposed development, to the North of Duckwood Drive is the multiple zoning where the applicant is constructing the two -story multiple units and detached garages. South of Duckwood Drive the applicant is now proposing the R -1 Planned Development for zero -lot line single family homes. This would appear to conform with the existing development for the single family homes that are scattered in the area of Wescott and Lexington Avenue. Just south of Wescott and west of Lexington are two more single family developments which are in the process of being ap- proved. In the overall surroundings, this appears to conform more with the general surroundings and type of development in this area than the original plat approved for the multiple buildings. The applicant is proposing to construct 134 zero -lot line single family homes in this particular plat. Access to the plat would be from Duckwood Drive with a curvilineal design to provide access to the single family lots. The applicant is proposing to loop one street from Lexington Avenue to Duckwood Drive to provide an overall circulation pattern. In review of this there appears to be some street frontage in the design which only has lots on one side. In review of this issue, the one -sided lots on the southern portion of the plat would allow for continuity of the undeveloped area. It would allow the property owner to, in the future, provide ad- ditional single family lots abutting this road right -of -way and also be able to tie a street from this particular area into his property for development. Also, the applicant is proposing one outlot on the easterly boundary of the plat which would provide for a stub street to service the property directly east. This out lot could be shifted north or south depending on where the street could be tied in to from the adjacent development. Therefore, it appears that the continuity of the plat appears to be good, and the applicant has taken into consideration other surrounding pro- perties. The applicant is proposing to construct 134 zero -lot line homes. The smallest lot size proposed is 60 by 110 or 6,600 sq. ft. minimum lot area. The average lot size is 10,900 sq. ft. or approximately 1100 sq. ft. smaller than the R -1 zoning standard. As you may re- call, the proposed home constructed on these lots will need all of the setback requirements per setbacks of the R -1 district of the Eagan City Code, with the exception the applicant is proposing a 20 ft. setback on interior street corners versus the 30 ft. re- quired. However the setback between the units would be the same of 5 ft. for a garage and 10 ft. for a home from the interior lot line. If the Planning Commission wishes to see these particular homes, there have been two or three homes constructed on Karis Way and Galaxie Avenue and there are also some of the zero -lot line single family homes under construction in the Ridge Cliff 7th Addi- tion off of Covington Lane. The applicant is proposing to provide three outlots of which outlots A and C would be for either ponding and recreational purposes within this preliminary plat. Outlot B would be a possible street connec- tion to the east. Therefore, the Park Commission is reviewing this to determine if park credit would be given for this open space or if this would be maintained within an association and controlled by this development. If approved, the preliminary plat should be subject to the following conditions: 1) Adequate rights -of -way shall be dedicated for all of the public streets in this development proposal. 2) The plat should be reviewed by Dakota County Plat Commission because the plat abutts County rights -of -way. 3) The plat should be subject to the Park Commission's review and comments regarding the open space proposed in this development proposal. 4) A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be reviewed and approved by City staff. 5) A detailed housing plan or grading plan shall be required show- ing the lots can support the units proposed to be constructed. 6) All setbacks shall be maintained with the exception of the re- quest for a 20 ft. side setback on the internal streets. A Planned Development Agreement shall be prepared and entered into regarding the use of the smaller single family lots with this particular design and allowing only 134 single family lots. DCR /jj MEMO TO: THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION, C/O DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER FROM: RICHARD M. HEFTI, ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER DATE: MARCH 22, 1984 SUBJECT: LEXINGTON PLACE SOUTH PRELIMINARY PLAT The Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works has the following comments regarding this proposed development for consideration by the Advisory Planning Commission and City Council. TOPOGRAPHY /DRAINAGE The existing topography over this area consists of poorly drained rolling terrain. The slopes over this parcel are rather gentle for the most part, ranging from 3% to 25 Most of the steeper slopes are adjacent to existing inundated depressions. One of those depressions, which is located in approximately the center of this development, is designated as Storm Water Retention Pond JP -45. Figure 1 illustrates the relationship of this proposed development with respect to Major Drainage District J. Although only one pond is indicated on our master plan to be required for storm water retention, this development is proposing to utilize three other existing depressions as storm water retention areas in order to maintain as much storm water runoff from their development as possible. All the ponds will be inter- connected to provide outlet control. However, since Pond JP- 45 presently does not have a controlled outlet, nor does Pond JP -46 directly to the east, it would be appropriate to pursue these projects at this time. Since these are trunk related improvements, it will be a requirement to this developer to petition the city for these projects. Due to the nature of the rolling topography, strict adherence to a detailed grading and erosion control plan approved by the city will be required. UTILITIES At this time, water main and sanitary sewer are in place along Duckwood Drive as part of the Lexington Place North Development. However, the sanitary sewer is at a depth that can only serve the first tier of lots adjacent Duckwood Drive. The remaining portion of this development must be serviced off of the trunk sewer system being planned south of Wescott Road. This should be made available sometime this summer as a result of the Lexington Square development located in the southeast corner of the intersec- tion of Wescott Road and Lexington Avenue. The proposed developer has already petitioned the city to prepare a feasibility report on servicing this development with public utilities. The impact this would have on the city is that it would require extension of trunk water main within Duckwood Drive to the east property line of this proposed development. In addition, an easement through private property will be required to bring sanitary sewer from the Lexington Square development north across Wescott ENGINEERING REPORT LEXINGTON PLACE SOUTH PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE TWO Road into this proposed development. Although this developer is attempting to obtain this easement at no cost to the city, it is possible that condemnation action may be required if the developer is not successful. All other utilities within this development will be lateral systems and therefore will be the sole responsibility of this developer. STREETS Existing streets bordering this proposed development include Lexington Avenue along the westerly boundary and Duckwood Drive along a portion of the northerly boundary of this development. Lexington Avenue consists of a rural road section with a 24' bituminous mat and is under the jurisdiction of the Dakota County Highway department. Duckwood Drive, on the other hand, is desig- nated as a neighborhood collector street under the jurisdiction of the city. A portion of Duckwood Drive is in the process of being constructed to its ultimate design cross section for a neighborhood collector street with the Lexington Place First Addition. This development will require the extension of Duckwood Drive from where it left off with the Lexington Place First Addition to the easterly boundary of this proposed development. The proposed layout of the internal streets provide for good traffic circulation with the exception of the two proposed easterly access points on Duckwood Drive. As you will note, these access points straddle Bluejay Way, creating three "T" intersections within approximately 280'. Staff feels these off -set intersections will create future traffic hazards because they add an additional conflict point for vehicles attempting access onto Duckwood Drive, as opposed to a typical four -way intersection. Also, it would be a hindrance for city snow plows to make the s -type maneuvering which would be required with this proposed street layout. Finally, the city code requires a minimum of 125' between off -set intersections. For the above reasons, staff recommends that one of the following alternatives be required. First, eliminate the two easterly accesses to Duckwood Drive and extend the u- shaped portion of the east -west street to the east to connect it to the most easterly north /south street. Access to Duckwood Drive would then be off the proposed access, which is approximately 380' east of Bluejay Way. Secondly, shift the proposed Bluejay Way of the Lexington Place First Addition 45' east and shift the easterly north /south street 45' west, so that they align to make a 4- way intersection. ENGINEERING REPORT LEXINGTON PLACE SOUTH PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22,1984 PAGE THREE All interior streets shall be constructed to city residential standards for width and cross section. RIGHT -OF- WAY /EASEMENTS The 80' right -of -way shown for Duckwood Drive shall be dedicated from where it left off with the Lexington Place First Addition to the east end of this proposed development. In addition, a 60' half right -of -way shall be dedicated for Lexington Avenue. Ponding easements shall be dedicated to encompass the high water elevation for the proposed storm water retention ponds. Also, a 10' utility easement shall be dedicated adjacent all publicly dedicated right -of -way with a 5' utility and drainage easement being dedicated adjacent all interior and exterior lot lines. A minimum 16' easement shall be dedicated over all public utilities not located within public right -of -way. As previously mentioned, a sanitary sewer easement will be required from private property located south of this proposed development to provide sanitary sewer service from the Lexington Square Development. Costs for this easement shall be the sole responsibility of this develop- ment. ASSESSMENTS Trunk area sanitary sewer assessments are pending under Project 361 for this area. Otherwise, trunk area storm sewer and water main assessments will be the responsibility of this development. Since this development has submitted a petition for installation of public improvements, including water main, sanitary sewer and storm sewer, the trunk area related assessments will be addressed at the time of the public hearing for the public improve- ments proposed to be resolved within this proposed development. I will be available to discuss any aspect of this report in detail with the Advisory Planning Commission at the March 27, 1984 meeting. Respectfully submitted, Richard M. H ti, P.E. 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PAUL, MINNESOTA 55108 Tel 645— 3596 VALLEY pMWFa 4Qu!! PA R -111' R -111; J Pert— i�MM --t.O 2–•• .D RILU P l 6 -R-111 '.Y]EN 4L9ITOR'S SU90"140 Si- III 'JST1tIAll .PARK R-3 CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY PLAT, WESCOTT HILLS REVISED APPLICANT: KEN TSCHIDA RICHARD COVERDALE LOCATION: LOT 1, BLOCK 1, LOT 1, BLOCK 2, WESCOTT HILLS, SECTION 14 EXISTING ZONING: R -4 (RESIDENTIAL MULTIPLE DISTRICT DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 21, 1984 REPORTED BY: DALE C RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED An application has been submitted requesting preliminary plat approval, Wescott Hills Revised, consisting of approximately 12.2 acres and would contain 168 dwelling units lo- cated on Lots 1, Block 1, and Lot 1, Block 2, Wescott Hills Section 14. ZONING AND LAND USE Presently the parcel is zoned R -4 (Residential Multiple District) and would allow multiple construction on the site. The Comprehen- sive Guide Plan also designates this particular parcel as an R -3 (Mixed Residential) with a density of 6 -12 dwelling units per acre. This parcel has been designated a higher density site. This parti- cular parcel has been zoned and the road, Wescott Square, have been constructed a number of years ago. The only development which had occurred in this area is the 4 -plex which presently exists on Wescott Square. As stated above, the property is presently zoned R -4 (Residential Multiple) and would allow higher density development on this particular parcel. The applicant is proposing to construct forty -two 4 -unit buildings which would be three stories in height. The first level, or bottom story, would be the tuck under or underground garage for the unit and two stories of living units above. It would be a common access to each of the 4 -unit buildings. As you can see by the design, the 4 -unit buildings can be attached to make a row house or town- house affect from each of the proposed buildings. In review of this particular plat, the forty -two buildings or 168 dwelling units cover 16.9% of the site and has a net density of 13.7 dwelling units per acre. Both the lot coverage and density is within the R -4 standards for multiple development. The applicant is proposing one garage space and one parking space in front of each of the dwelling units and some axillary parking throughout CITY OF EAGAN PRELIMINARY PLAT, WESCOTT HILLS REVISED MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE 2 it. It is staff's understanding that there will be 2.5 parking spaces per unit in this development proposal. The applicant is proposing to use Wescott Square to provide direct access to the 4 -plex units. Also, the applicant is proposing a private loop drive which would provide access to the remainder units to the south of the proposed development. The applicant is proposing to have 12 units access onto Mike Collins Drive. In review of this site plan, the applicant has met all of the set- backs from lot lines and roadways, therefore no variance would be required with this development request. The last item of concern in review of this particular plat is the applicant is proposing to vacate a portion of Kost Rd. between Trails End Rd. and Wescott Hills Drive. In review of this particu- lar street, it appears that it was platted back in the late 1800's, and it was a paper plat where substantial amount of grading and trees would have to be removed in order to provide for this street connection. The applicant is proposing to vacate this portion of the street so that a different development pattern would have to occur if and when the area to the south would develop. At the present time, staff has not heard from any of the surrounding pro- perty owners in regard to this vacation. Hopefully, this issue can be addressed and discussed at the Advisory Planning Commission meeting. If the preliminary plat is approved, it should be subject to the following conditions: 1. A Homeowners Association shall be established, and the Articles and Bylaws shall be reviewed by City staff prior to final plat approval. 2. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be submitted and approved prior to final plat approval. 3. A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and reviewed by City staff, and an adequate landscape bond shall be submitted and not xeleased until one year after the landscaping has been completed. 4. The applicant shall provide one garage space and one and one half parking spaces per dwelling unit. 5. The park dedication shall be reviewd by the Park Commission and subject to the Park Commission's recommendation. CITY OF EAGAN PRELIMINARY PLAT, WESCOTT HILLS REVISED MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE 3 6. A phasing plan shall be establilshed as to how this area is to be developed. 7. The interior streets shall meet City Engineer's specifications for this private street access. 8. All other City Ordinances shall be complied with. DCR/jj MEMO TO: ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION, C/O DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER FROM: RICHARD M. HEFTI, ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER DATE: MARCH 22, 1984 SUBJECT: WESCOTT HILLS REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT The Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works has the following comments concerning this proposed development for consideration by the Advisory Planning Commission and the City Council. TOPOGRAPHY /DRAINAGE The existing topography over this proposed development consists of rolling terrain. With the exception of a low area located in the eastern portion of this proposed development, drainage over this development is good. The drainage pattern over this parcel is largely influenced by a ridge which almost bisects this proposed development. From this ridge, drainage is to the east and west. Figure 1 depicts the location of this proposed development with respect to Major Drainage District A. Due to the nature of the topography, much grading will have to be performed. Nevertheless, the drainage patterns will remain intact and all runoff will be contained by modifying the existing storm sewers in the area. This is proposed to accomplished by the addition of three catch basins. In addition, a detailed grading and erosion control plan will be required to be submitted to staff for approval. UTILITIES Utilities of sufficient size, capacity and depth exist within Wescott Square and also within this development to provide public utility service to it. Figure 2 reveals the approximate locations of these utilities. Since the majority of utilities are in place, a minimum amount of new utilities will be required, which can easily be incorporated by extending existing utilities. In the case of the water main, this will mean connecting existing water main to complete water main looping. If these utilities are installed privately, then plans and specifications shall be prepared by a registered engineer in accordance with city standards and submitted to the Engineering Department for approval. STREETS Existing streets bordering this property include Wescott Square along the north boundary, Mike Collins Drive along the east boundary and Kost Road along the southerly boundary. The city maintains jurisdiction over the above mentioned streets, and with the exception of Kost Road, all are built to their ultimate design and cross section. Kost Road exists as a gravel surfaced ENGINEERING REPORT WESCOTT HILLS REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE TWO road approximately 350' west of the Mike Collins Drive intersection. From there, it is designated as a non existent roadway to Wescott Hills Drive. The term "non- existent" is defined as a platted right -of -way with no street improvements within it. Consequently, this development is proposing to request vacation of the north half of Kost Road west of Trails End Road to incorpo- rate that right -of -way with their development. Subsequently, this development will be responsible for petitioning for such vacating and all costs associated therewith. Also, the public hearing would have to be held prior to final plat approval. The continuation of Kost Road to the west from Trails End Road is debatable. Arguments for :ost Road would include the fact that right -of -way has already been dedicated and it fits a reason- able street spacing pattern. Also, vacation of Kost Road could adversely effect the development of the adjacent Wescott Garden lots property. On the other hand, the terrain is very wooded and rolling, and construction would require considerable grading resulting in much clearing and grubbing of trees. Unfortu- nately, there is no "ideal" location for streets within this area due to the topography. Consequently, the proposed extension of Kost Road on its original alignment may be all that could be done considering the circumstances. A proposed internal looped private street shall be a minimum of 28' wide and built to city standards. As for access onto Wescott Square, staff would recommend combining the driveways for each unit so that a single 20' driveway would provide access to Wescott Square for each. This will cut the number of conflict points resulting from people attempting access onto Wescott Sauare in half. Similarly, staff recommends only one access be permitted on Mike Collins Drive. This is probably more important due to the fact that Mike Collins Drive has the potential of carrying much more traffic than Wescott Square. RIGHT OF WAY /EASEMENTS All right -of -way has previously been dedicated for Wescott Square, Mike Collins Drive and Kost Road. Easements will be required over all city- maintained utilities and shall have a minimum width of 20'. In addition, a 10' drainage and utilities easement shall be dedicated adjacent all publicly dedicated right -of -way with a 5' utility and drainage easement adjacent all interior and exterior lot lines. [Jr 19 �Ln n�.n i1 ENGINEERING REPORT WESCOTT HILLS REVISED PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE THREE ASSESSMENTS Trunk area sanitary sewer area and water main have been assessed over this development. Trunk area storm sewer has not been assessed. Subsequently, it will be this development's responsi- bility to pay a trunk area storm sewer assessment at the rate in effect at the time of final plat approval. This may be accom- plished by either a lump sum payment or it may be spread as an assessment against the property by execution of a Waiver of Hearing form by the developers. 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IF1' l t.311P11P+ Lot 1 13100 2 of west Nort ll .11s 0 lhe h .11 of tM lot vacated Road •lion Iles pet.een the vest line of Lot 1. Allah 1, t t plus ext.. southerly and sisterly line of lot 1, a1. 2, the sis t Garden let. eaten. ,ort.41y. HPPARED FOR KEN TSLHIDA AND PREPARED GOVERDALE CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: REZONING PRELIMINARY PLAT (Brittany 7th Addition) APPLICANT: TOLLEFSON BUILDERS, INC. CARL R. TOLLEFSON LOCATION: PART OF THE NW' OF THE SE', SECTION 33 EXISTING ZONING: A (AGRICULTURAL DISTRICT) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED The first application submitted is a request to rezone approximately 30 acres from A (Agricultural District) to R -1 (Residential Single District) for a single family develop- ment located on part of NW; of the SEa, Section 33. The second APPLICATION SUBMITTED is a request for preliminary plat approval, Brittany 7th Addition, consisting of approximately 30 acres and containing 50 single- family lots located in part of the NWh of the SE 4, Section 33. ZONING AND LAND USE Presently the parcel is zoned agricultural and would allow only one home per five acres, in accordance with this zoning district. The Comprehensive Guide Plan designates this parcel as R -1, Resi- dential Single District, with a density of 023 dwelling units per acre. The preliminary plat proposed will consist of 1.6 dwelling units per acre, which is consistent with the Comprehensive Guide Plan. COMMENTS The applicant is proposing to start construction of the 7th phase of the Brittany Addition. The proposed 7th phase, or 7th addition, will consist of approximately 30 acres and contain 50 single- family lots. The applicant is proposing to continue Sherwood Way coming from the 6th Addition and looping it through the northwestern portion of the plat and stubbing it to the north to continue the street north into John Brown property. The applicant is proposing to also stub a street in the east -west direction tying into the property of the Diamond T Ranch. The applicant is providing a good continuity by providing access to adjacent properties; from these two connections, the applicant is also providing three cul -de -sacs. In reviewing this issue, in regard to cul -de -sacs, the topography and vegetation is quite severe in this particular parcel and the streets probably could be connected but a substantial amount of CITY OF EAGAN REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 2 grading would have to be done to connect these cul -de -sacs. In reviewing this particular plan, the issue arrises between where cul -de -sacs are desirable and where they should be eliminated. In review of the topography and vegetation, this could appear to be one location where cul -de -sacs should be permitted instead of extensive grading to connect and make curvilineal streets within this area. This becomes more of a policy question as to where cul -de -sacs should or should not be located within the City of Eagan. In reviewing the portion of the Subdivision Ordinance as it relates to cul -de -sacs, it states, "approval of cul -de -sacs in new subdivisions shall be determined by the City after review of topography, desirability for the whole subdivision, expected mainte- nance costs, emergency vehicle access and compliance with City plan- ing objectives. Therefore, the Council will have to determine•in this particular location, if the topography and vegetation warrant cul -de -sacs or does the developer tie these cul -de -sacs together by extensive grading in this particular project. As stated earlier, the applicant is proposing to construct 50 single family lots in the 7th Addition. The smallest single family lot is proposed at 12,540 square feet, or approximately 540 square feet above the minimum square footage allowed. The average density of this development on the gross is 1.6 and all of the lots far exceed the area width and square footage requirements for the R -1 zoning district. The last issue in regard to this preliminary plat is park dedica- tion. Thirty acres of the 120 -acre J. D. Brown property is presently being developed; however, the City is looking to obtain a neighborhood park in the northern portion of the 120 acres. It is City staff's understanding that this property has been sold and that the City has the option to either obtain a cash dedication or try to work out the three acres in the area to the north where the park dedication will be required. This issue should be reviewed by the Park Commission and hopefully a recommendation and solution worked out between the developer and the Park Commission. Again, in reviewing the circulation for this development, Sherwood Way will be a through street and a connection from Sherwood Way to the property to the east can continue into the undeveloped land to the east. Of the three cul -de -sacs being proposed, two of the three would require a variance because of the length. The most westerly cul -de -sac is 510 feet, whereas 500 feet is the maximum. The second or middle cul -de -sac would contain approximately 720 feet or approximately 220 feet of which would require a variance. The third cul -de -sac is 210', feet which is within the standards set forth by the City of Eagan. If approved, the preliminary plat should be subject to the following conditions: 1. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be submitted and reviewed by City staff prior to final plat approval. 2. CITY OF EAGAN REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 3 Temporary turn arounds shall be provided at the ends of each of the stubbed streets proposed in this development. 3. Either two variances .shall be allowed or the applicant should be required to connect the two cul-de-sacs and come into compliance with the subdivision code. 4. No lot shall be below 12,000 square feet or 85- foot -width at the 30 -foot setback. 5. The applicant shall meet all other City ordinance require- ments in regard to setbacks or residential homes and lot coverage. 6. Subject to Park Commission's recommendation for park dedica- tion in the 7th Addition. ENGINEERING RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Furnish a detailed grading and erosion sediment control plan to the City for review and approval. 2. If the proposed development is approved, the developer shall submit a petition to the City to construct the utili- ties and streets. 3. The City will require that a turn around be constructed at the proposed deadend street at the east property line. 4. The City Staff recommends the looping of the two easterly cul -de -sacs. 5. Utility and drainage easements shall be dedicated as refer- enced in this report. 6. All future costs for public improvements shall be the sole responsibility of this development except for the watermain over sizing. DCR /EJK /kf CITY OF EAGAN REZONING AND PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20. 1984 Page 4 7. Utilities shall be extended to the east line of this pro- posed plat. 8. The sanitary sewer shall be serviced by gravity from an existing sanitary sewer located approximately 550 feet directly west of the northwest corner of this property in the Brittany 3rd Addition. 9. Sanitary sewer shall be constructed through this proposed plat and constructed at an elevation low enough to service the property to the east. 10. The developer shall contact the Department of Natural Resources and obtain the necessary permits required. MEMO TO: THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION C/O DALE C RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER FROM: EDWARD J KIRSCHT, ENGINEERING AID DATE: MARCH 21, 1984 SUBJECT: BRITTANY 7TH ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT This letter is to confirm that the Engineering Division of the Public Works Department has reviewed the proposed preliminary plat dated March 1, 1984, and has the following comments regarding this proposed development for consideration by the Advisory Planning Commission and the City Council. DRAINAGE /TOPOGRAPHY This proposed development is directly east of the Brittany 3rd and 6th Additions and also directly north of the Dakota County Park, and is located in the Northwest 4 of the Southeast a of Section 33. This property is wooded and very hilly with the natural drain- age sloping very steeply, varying from 2 to 25% to the Southeast except for the portion lying North of the proposed extended Sherwood Way, which slopes very steeply varying from 2 to 20% to the North- west. Figure one (1) illustrates the relationship of this proposed development being located within the L Major Drainage District as defined by the Master Storm Sewer Plan. The majority of this plat drains into Pond LP -7, which in turn, by the proposed lift station No. 23, is pumped into Jensen Lake. The City staff does not propose that the construction of the pro- posed Lift Station No. 23 be constructed at this time, but this pond should be monitored to insure that there will not be a problem with flooding in the future. The developer shall submit an erosion and sediment control plan to the City for review and approval. The developer shall contact the Department of Natural Resources and obtain the necessary permits required for the filling of areas below the 938.0 contour and for any proposed construction near the LP -7 ponding area. WATERMAIN There is an existing 16" watermain in Sherwood Way in the Brittany 3rd Addition which is adjacent and West of the proposed plat. The City will require that the above mentioned 16" watermain be extended to the East in accordance with the City of Eagan Master Watermain System. All proposed watermain dead ends in the proposed cul -de -sacs shall be looped. The developer will be required to petition for the extension of the proposed 16" watermain. SANITARY SEWER The City of Eagan will require that this plat shall be serviced for sanitary sewer service by gravity flow. There is an existing EDWARD J. KIRSCHT /APC MARCH 21, 1984 PAGE TWO sanitary sewer line which has access by easement at an approximate elevation of 923.0 and is approximately 550 feet directly west of the northwest corner of this property in the Brittany 3rd Addi- tion. Sanitary sewer shall be constructed and extended through this proposed plat to service the property to the east. STREETS Access to this proposed plat is by Sherwood Way located within the Brittany Additions and abutts the west side of this proposed development. The City staff recommends the looping of the two easterly cul -de -sacs. The City will require a cul -de -sac be con- structed at the east property line of this proposed plat where the proposed street dead ends approximately 200 feet south of the northeast corner of this proposed subdivision. It is recommended that a setback variance be granted for the affected lots so when the street is extended the portion of the cul -de -sac can be vacated which will not be required for the width of a normal street. RIGHT -OF- WAY /EASEMENTS The City will require utility and drainage easements ten feet (10') in width adjoining all streets and five feet (5') in width ad- joining side and rear lot lines. The City will require utility easements 15' in width for the proposed storm sewer. The City will require easements for all sanitary sewer not constructed within the street right -of -way. This item will be reviewed again when a sanitary sewer plan for this area has been submitted. The City will require drainage easements over and across all property within this proposed plat below the 938 elevation which is the proposed high water elevation of pond LP -7. EROSION CONTROL PLAN The developer shall submit an erosion and sediment control plan to the City for review and approval. ASSESSMENTS In reviewing the assessments levied to date for parcel 012 -76 of the NW4 of the SE; of Section 33, only the trunk sanitary sewer has been assessed. There are no pending assessments according to our records. All future costs for public improvements shall be the sole responsibility of this proposed development with the exception of the trunk watermain. Respectfully submitted, Edward J. "Kirscht Engineering Technician cc: Rich Hefti, Assistant City Engineer EJK /kf /jj MittAM he' eR flTMY irn SIERW000 WAY _Ir:L,yt 1 /4 of- 5 I J 5ot., JOHN O. BROWN -4 1 I041. Moo° �1Q POND 1 11 III. 4..1• n. awe T Wadi K ION 66 UNTY 6 r L- 57 FIGURE 1 L. s.•23 L -55 DA KOTi 53 L -5: enrAniii er11111/E111 1t PRELIMINARY GRADING PLAN IRITTANY 77s MIU ITN f T fps r ww *%IWR 1ul11 Ila ®1�� 1 1��� c a •1 '1 ;I:P.) 6 -IP:till\'''''‘‘‘\\\ 9 city of aagan Tuc I nnit new TDCC TUC CVNApnl nC QTDCP r_YU A KIM i -nnunU MI ..O t BEA BLOMOUIST Maya' 1 4 E 1AR UUSTRIPI,' A:3 Ind. 7. I post SERV si4morat- .721f tr wN >a. P. r GB Ind. hJ).(ii Fr r. N.L151.1. —I E5Y .ENTER a ,PPLE Th .043033 1.310-- 51r COMMERCIAL P a ANNED DEVELOPMENT f '1.k Wa7 AON,S■V 01%11.. ft Pi) ir OP 'Ousel r mit t of Eagan 9 vraiwolow PD BACKGROUND CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: AMENDMENT TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAT (CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL 1ST ADDITION APPLICANT: WOODDALE INC., JAMES J DURNING LOCATION: OUTLOTS G H, CEDAR CLIFF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT EXISTING ZONING: OFFICE UNDER THE CEDAR CLIFF PLANNED DEVELOPMENT DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 20, 1984 REPORTED BY: DALE C RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED The first application submitted is a request to amend the Cedar Cliff Planned Development which only allowed office development on the entire tract of Outlots G and H where this proposed application is requesting to amend the 100% office to allow 4.59 acres of commercial in the Southwest portion of Outlot G of the Planned Development. APPLICATION SUBMITTED is a request for preliminary plat which would contain two lots which would include the commercial portion of this Planned Development. Two outlots would be created for future de- velopment or the office park development. As you may recall, the original Cedar Cliff Planned Development had three different land uses approved in the original planned de- velopment. The portion to the north, or approximately 20 acres, the City had determined they would like to acquire and obtain to add to Rahn Park to upgrade this Park to a community facility. The planned development allowed for the City to acquire the 20 acres of parkland within this planned development. The center portion, or the residential portion of the planned development, consisted of the duplex and single family development which now has been con- structed, and, southerly, the 15.8 acres which was determined to be limited business in the initial planned development. The limited business or the 15.8 acres is the only area that is undeveloped in the Cedar Cliff Planned Development. CITY OF EAGAN AMENDMENT TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 2 In this original concept, the entire development was to develope as an office complex and that any changes, a plan would have to be resubmitted for Council to review and approve. In 1982, there was an application for a preliminary plat for this Cedar Cliff commer- cial area. This plat had set out 10 commercial or office lots of which four lots would have direct access from Nicols Road. The applicant was proposing to access six lots from a cul -de -sac off of Cliff Road between Nicols Road and Scott Trail. The City Council did approve this preliminary plat however, in the review by Dakota County, Dakota County did not appprove the plat because of the ad- ditional access being requested off of Cliff Road. From this point in time to the present, the City had approved a preliminary plat but the County had not accepted this plat and the area for development is in question as to what will be allowed or will not be allowed in this commercial planned development. Therefore, the applicant now is providing a new site plan and submitting two appli- cations -one to amend the PD to allow an overall plan with some commercial use and the rest being office, and a preliminary plat as to how this commercial area can be developed. Outlot G is proposed to be divided into two basic land uses, com- mercial or neighborhood business, in the southwest portion of the plat consisting of approximately 4.59 acres. Then, in the northern and eastern portion of the Outlot, the applicant is proposing two additional outlots of which three office buildings could be con- structed in each of the outlots. Therefore, it will be a phased development with the proposed commercial first and the office build- ings developing in the second and third phase. The proposed commercial, which is the amendment to the planned development, would be proposed to contain a total of 24,000 square feet or 12,000 square feet for each of the two phases. The pro- posed commercial would contain such uses as would be allowed in a neighborhood business district. These uses would be the dry cleaners, the PDQ, real estate offices, hair dressers, etc. -uses which would be allowed in the neighborhood business district. Access to this commercial district would be strictly from Nicols Road. Presently, the applicant is proposing to ingress and egress to this commercial area and in an overall review, this may or could be limited to one overall access to this commercial development. The circulation would provide a good circulation for this commer- cial area with a loop system completely surrounding the commercial building. In reviewing the proposed parking, the applicant is pro- posing to provide approximately 339 spaces for the 24,000 square foot commercial site which averages 1 space per 70 square feet and should be more than adequate to meet the parking needs of this com- mercial site. The applicant has also provided a rendering as to CITY OF EAGAN AMENDMENT TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 3 the style of commercial building he is proposing and as you can see, this proposed center does have a unique design and would pro- vide a quality development within this commercial planned develop- ment. As state earlier, this commercial area will be divided into two phases, each phase would contain 12,000 square feet and would be platted accordingly. The remaining office area would contain approximately 8.85 acres and would provide 6 additional office sites which could be developed jointly or independently because each office building would meet all of the ordinance requirements for each lot being proposed. In review of this particular circulation, it appears that three office buildings would have access by a private street which Access Nicols Road. Also, the three office buildings in the east would have access also from a private street which would have access to Scott Trail. This would provide common access for each of the six office buildings and that internal circulation, snow plowing, and maintenance would be done through easements and agreements for this office area. At the present time, the office area is strictly a concept and will be developed fully as that phase of the planned development occurs. However, if the concept is approved by the Planning Commission and Council, this will then be the basis to establish the planned development agreement and overall master plan to be followed in the development of this commercial planned development. The last item of concern with this particular development is the applicant is proposing to show an overall grading plan for this particular site. In this grading plan the applicant is proposing to construct approximately a 6 -foot earthen berm all the way along the northerly property line. There are some breaks in the berm and these breaks only occur where the building would be constructed and the wall of the building would provide an adequate buffer separ- ating the residential from the commercial development. It is staff's understanding that the overall grading and berms would be constructed with the first phase of the commercial development and that additional landscaping and plantings would occur as each of the phases in the office park develop. If this revised concept and amendment is approved, it should be subject to the following conditions: A revised planned development agreement shall be entered into and this revised site plan shall be the main land use exhibit with this planned development agreement. 2. The first phase of the commercial area or preliminary plat shall meet all of the criteria for setbacks, parking, etc., in compliance with Chapters 11 and 13 of the City Code. 1. CITY OF EAGAN AMENDMENT TO PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 4 DCR /kf 3. The plat shall be subject to the park commission's review and comment regarding park dedication for commercial property. 4. The detailed grading and berms along the northern edge of the property shall be constructed with the first phase of development. 5. The plat shall be subject to the Dakota County Plat Com- mission's review and comment because the plat abuts County rights -of -way. 6. Cross easements and access will have to be provided for the office buildings in order that all offices will have a common access. 7. A detailed landscape plan and detailed grading, drainage, and erosion control plans shall be submitted and approved prior to the final plat of the first phase. 8. All other City ordinances shall be adhered t MEMO TO: THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION, C/O DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER FROM: RICHARD M. HEFTI, ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER DATE: MARCH 22, 1984 SUBJECT: CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT The Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works has the following comments for consideration by the Advisory Planning Commission and the City Council. TOPOGRAPHY /DRAINAGE The existing topography over this proposed development consists of small hills and depressions. In general, the higher land within this development borders Nicols Road and Cliff Road, with the lower land bordering the adjacent development to the north. Currently, all runoff from this development is contained within the natural depressions located within this development. This area lies within Major Drainage District A. From the city's Mister Comprehensive Storm Sewer Plan, the majority of runoff from this proposed development is to be directed towards Pond AP -26. Pond AP -9 would receive the remaining runoff. The relationship of the drainage divides in this development are more clearly illustrated in Figure 1. Nevertheless, both Pond AP -9 and Pond AP -26 have positive gravity outlets constructed to them. Because drainage from the surrounding areas accumulates in the natural depressions within this proposed development, it will be necessary to construct a storm sewer through this proposed development to remove surface runoff as a result of the filling of the lower areas to provide buildable lots within this develop- ment. Furthermore, this storm sewer will have to be extended to Scott Trail to provide an outlet for a future ponding area to the east. This issue has been addressed by the city's consulting engineering firm in April of 1982. The runoff from this development and the overflow from the future pond east of Scott Trail will be directed by the storm sewer through this development and discharged into Pond AP -9. This storm sewer can be constructed in phases coinciding with development. A detailed grading and erosion control plan should be submitted to staff for approval as a condition of final planning. UTILITIES Utilities of sufficient size, capacity and depth exist along Cliff Road, Nicols Road and Scott Trail to provide service to this proposed development. Figure 2 shows a trunk sanitary sewer along the north side of Cliff Road, and an 8 inch lateral located within Scott Trail. It also reveals a 16 inch trunk water main in place along the west side of Nicols Road and the ENGINEERING REPORT CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE TWO south side of Cliff Road, with a 6 inch lateral water main located within Scott Trail. Also, two 8 inch hydrant leads are extended under Cliff Road from the existing trunk. Water mains constructed within this proposed development must be looped. If the installation of the utilities is to be under private contract, then the plans and specifications for these utilities shall be prepared by a registered engineer, in accordance with city standards and submitted to the Engineering Department for approval. STREETS Nichols Road and Cliff Road are existing County Roads abutting this proposed development on the west nd south, respectively. Scott Trail is a city street and abuts the eastern portion of this development. Currently, only Scott Trail is constructed to its ultimate cross section and structure. Staff anticipates that some time in the future curb and gutter will be constructed along Cliff Road. Meanwhile, Nichols road is in the process of being turned back to the city. Prior to turnback, however, Nichols road will be upgraded to city standards for a community collector street. Since Dakota County has denied access from Cliff Road to this development, the proposed access for this development will be from Nichols Road and Scott Trail. Staff has reviewed the proposed access and interior circulation and generally concurs with it. However, staff would recommend that only one driveway be allowed for access to Lot 1 and Lot 2 of this proposed development off of Nicols road. This access could be oversized and then split upon entering this development. Staff feels it is important to keep access points to city collector streets to an absolute minimum to provide for greater safety for traffic on Nicols Road and traffic attempting to ingress and egress this proposed development. Since Nicols Road is designated a community collector, and Cliff Road is a major arterial, it is city policy for trailways to be constructed along them. Subsequently, it would be this development's responsibility to construct an 8 foot trailway adjacent its westerly boundary and southerly boundary. RIGHT -OF- WAY /EASEMENTS No right -of -way will be required to be dedicated with this plat, since all right -of -way has been previously obtained for Nicols Road, Cliff Road and Scott Trail. Easements will be required over all city utility lines located within this proposed development. Also, a 10 foot utility easement will be required to be dedicated adjacent to all publicly dedicated ENGINEERING REPORT CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE THREE right -of -way with a 5 foot drainage and utility easement being dedicated adjacent all interior lot lines. ASSESSMENTS All trunk area assessments have been levied over this proposed development. However, this development will be responsible for the costs incurred by the city for grading of this property along the west side of Scott Trail. This evolved from the inaction of the owner to perform the grading along the west side of Scott Trail as requested by the city. In its natural state, this area encouraged people to dump trash, garbage and lawn clippings. Subsequently, the city spend $1,000.00 to level the area and place "No Dumping" signs along this area. All costs associated with utility installation and driveway will be the sole responsibility of this proposed development. However, the oversizing of the storm sewer to provide an outlet to the proposed pond east of Scott Trail will be the responsibility of the city's trunk fund. I will be available to discuss any aspect of this report in detail with the Advisory Planning Commission at the March 27, 1984 Advisory Planning Commisison meeting. Respectfully sub itted, RMH /rrt Richard M. Herii, P.E. Assistant City Engineer ENGINEERING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CEDAR CLIFF COMMERCIAL ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT 1. Developer shall furnish a detailed drainage and erosion control plan for review and approval by staff. 2. Developer shall petition for installation of storm sewer to service this development and the low area east of Scott Trail. 3. If installed privately, plans and specifications for instal- lation of utilities shall be prepared by a registered engineer in accordance with city engineering guidelines and submitted to staff for approval. 4. Only one driveway should be allowed for access to Lot 1 and Lot 2. 5. An 8' bituminous driveway trailway shall be constructed along the east side of Nicols Road and the north side of Cliff Road. 6. Easements shall be dedicated as required in this report and per city staff. 7. The costs incurred by the city for grading on this property shall be paid. 8. All costs associated with utility installation and driveway installation will be the sole responsibility of this development with the exception of the oversizing of the storm sewer. AP -8 869.0 8760 ti s> AP -21 d 891.3 °I 899.0 1 =,1 A pp a 1 P 10- t I _p. 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COMMERCIAL AREA 4.66 Ac. 11(1.44 ac) /AAKWIG OFFICE Lr'&1:4 'Si: t+i OFFICE (1.66 ac) OFFICE OFFICE (4.38 am) i9:r e�L� +is:� =�r M�Z f_�.���',��..;- s��!'S7k.. �4' a .'r.��+ ".'�`;aiv';�7C.`7:•:�u;: BUILDING COVERAGE 34.000 Sq.Ft. 12.0% PARKING /DRIVES 116,600 $q.Ft. 66.8% WALKS /GREEN 57.440 Sq.Ft. 25.7% OFFICE AREA 3.55 Ac. 945.505 Sq.Ft. WILDING COVERAGE 13.400 Sq.Ft. 24.S% PARKING /DRIVES 193.219 $q.Ft. 50.1% WALKS /GREEN 34.500 Sq.Ft. 25.6% y ((rx LAND SCAPED Q P 355.445 sa. 115.640 Sq.Ft. f •i1 1 h t ERIN LANE 1 PLOT PLAN SCALE: 1' 100' -0' bee 1 6 e LOT 1 (2.87 ac) .18 rf' LOT 2 (1.72 ac) CLIFF ROAD u t CITY OF EAGAN SUBJECT: PRELIMINARY PLAT (PEACEFUL HEIGHTS) APPLICANT: PEACE REFORMED CHURCH OF EAGAN LOCATION: PART OF THE E1/2 OF THE NWT, SECTION 30 EXISTING ZONING: PF (PUBLIC FACILITIES DISTRICT) DATE OF PUBLIC HEARING: MARCH 27, 1984 DATE OF REPORT: MARCH 19, 1984 REPORTED BY: DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED: An application has been submitted requesting preliminary plat approval, Peaceful Heights, consisting of approxi- mately 14 acres and containing one lot and one outlot located in part of the E1/2 of the NW4, Section 30. ZONING AND LAND USE: Presently the parcel is zoned PF (Public Facilities District) and would allow the construction of a church in the present zoning. The land use designation designates this parcel as commercial, however, under the limited business portion of that commercial, a church is allowed through conditional use process. The applicants are proposing to develop the parcel in accordance with the existing zoning, the PF (Public Facilities District) and construct a church on Lot 1, Block 1, Peaceful Heights Addition. COMMENTS A few years ago, Peace Reformed Church, presently located on the east side of Nicols Road, acquired some land on the west side of Nicols Road between Highway 77 and Nicols Road. They then also obtained the zoning of the property to Public Facility in order to construct a church at some future time. An application has now been submitted requesting preliminary plat approval in order to construct the church on the property they had purchased. Presently the property is zoned PF (Public Facility District) and would allow a church to be constructed on this parcel. The applicant is proposing to develop the 14 acre parcel into one lot which would contain a church, a road access would be provided through a cul -de -sac, and the outlot to the north would be set aside for future development or sale. It is the City's understanding at this time, the applicant does not have a definite use for this outlot aid wishes not to do anything with this outlot at this par- ticular time. CITY OF EAGAN CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MARCH 20, 1984 Page 2 Lot 1 of the proposed development would consist of approximately 8 acres and would contain a 14,338 square foot building or a building coverage of 4.1 The applicant is also showing parking for this building as being one parking space per each 3.5 seats based on the capacity of the design which is in accordance with the City Code. In reviewing this particular plan, it appears that the applicant has met all of the standards for platting this par- ticular church site. The applicant is proposing to provide access to this site through a cul -de -sac, Glory Drive, separating Outlot A from Lot 1. Therefore, a common access is being provided off Nicols Road to provide access to the two sites. Outlot A is proposed to remain undeveloped at this time or until such time the church proposes a use for this property. If approved, the preliminary plat should be subject to the following conditions: DCR /kf 1 The plat should be subject to MnDot review and comment because the plat abuts State rights -of -way. 2 The plat should also be subject to Dakota County Plat Com- mission's review and comment because Nicols Road is still a county road. 3. This plat may or may not be subject to the park commission's review and comment for park dedication. This determination won't be made by the park commission. 4 Glory Drive should be upgraded to its full potential with the construction of the church on Lot 1, Block 1. 5 No development shall be allowed to occur on Outlot A. 6 All other City Code requirements shall be met. 7 Detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and approved and a landscape bond shall be required and not released until one year after landscaping has been completed. 8. 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RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER APPLICATION SUBMITTED The application has been submitted requesting preliminary plat approval, Group W Addition consisting of approx- imately 1.8 acres and containing one lot located in part of the SW4 of Section 19, lying between Old Highway 13 and Old Sibley High- way. An application had been submitted by Group W Cable Inc. to locate a proposed facility which would provide cable television to the residents of Eagan and Burnsville. In review of the criteria Group W is using in order to provide cable service to both Burnsville and Eagan, there are certain parameters and distances that cable can be run to provide good service. It is the City's understanding that the location in the Cedar Avenue corridor is essential in order to provide the best service to the residents of Eagan and Burnsville. The applicant is proposing to plat approximately 1.8 acres contain- ing one lot of which to locate the studio and tower for the cable television system for Eagan and Burnsville. The proposed building would contain 11,830 square feet or under the 35% lot coverage re- quired by the Eagan City Code. The applicant is proposing to pro- vide 83 parking spaces of which 78 would be required. Along with this proposed building, the applicant is also proposing to have 5 satellite dishes and 1 antenna or tower on this site. The proposed site plan shows a good circulation for parking and drive through and it would be staff's understanding that the parking area would be upgraded and have asphalt surfacing with concrete curbing around the perimeter of the parking area. Also, the access road to this site is undeveloped and would have to be upgraded with this preliminary plat approval. CITY OF EAGAN PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 20, 1984 PAGE 2 The problems that staff have encountered regarding this particular application is in regard to the ordinance concerning towers and antennas for the City of Eagan. In this review, Section 4.50 of the City Code addresses the placement and erection and maintenance of energy systems and radio and TV towers. In review of this ordinance, it appears that the maximum height of a tower in Eagan is 100 ft. The applicant is proposing to construct a tower 15.0 ft., therefore a variance from this ordinance would be required. Also in review of this portion of the City Code, it also spells out how the tower should be located on the property in order that if the tower would collapse or fall, it should fall entirely within the property it is constructed on. In review of this particular site plan, it appears that the applicants are only proposing a 20 ft. setback from two of the property lines and that the location of the tower, if the tower would collapse or fall, could fall many different directions and not land entirely on the property owned by Group W. Therefore, this should be reviewed and possibly another variance granted in regard to this particular portion of the City Code. If approved, the preliminary plat should be subject to the following conditions. 1 The parking area shall be surfaced and concrete curbing around the perimeter of the driving aisles and parking area. 2. A detailed grading, drainage and erosion control plan shall be submitted and reviewed prior to the final plat approval. 3. Old Sibley Highway should be upgraded to a minimum standard City street with the approval of this plat. 4 A detailed landscape plan shall be submitted and approved by the City prior to the final plat, and an adequate landscape bond shall be submitted and not released until one year after the landscaping has been completed. 5 The plat should be reviewed by Minnesota Highway Department of Transportation because the plat abutts highway rights -of -way. 6 Either variances for the 150 ft. tower and the location of the tower will have to be granted, or the tower will have to come in to conformance with Section 4.50 of the City Code. DCR /kf MEMO TO: THE ADVISORY PLANNING COMMISSION, C/O DALE C. RUNKLE, CITY PLANNER FROM: RICHARD M. HEFTI, ASSISTANT CITY ENGINEER DATE: MARCH 22, 1984 SUBJECT: GROUP W ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT The Engineering Division of the Department of Public Works has the following comments for consideration by the Advisory Planning Commission and City Council. TOPOGRAPHY /DRAINAGE The existing topography is gently sloping with drainage being generally to the east. Grading over this site will be minimal and will have no significant impact on drainage. Figure 1 illustrates the relationship of this proposed development with Drainage District A. This reveals that drainage is in the direction of the Cedar Avenue Freeway where it is collected in a 42" trunk storm sewer line which eventually discharges into Pond AP -6. This pond has a controlled outlet to the Minnesota River. UTILITIES Utilities of sufficient size, capacity and depth exist within the Old Trunk Highway 13 right of way along the northwesterly boundary of this proposed development. Figure 2 illustrates the relationship of the existing 12" trunk water main and the existing 8" sanitary sewer lateral which would provide service to this development. As a result of the location of the existing utilities, no future utility construction will be required. The services may be taken directly off of the existing utilities previously discussed. However, this development will be responsible for obtaining the necessary sewer and water connection permits required to provide service to it. STREETS Existing streets bordering this proposed development consist of Old Sibley Highway bordering the southeasterly boundary and Old Trunk Highway 13 bordering the northwesterly boundary of this proposed development. Both streets have been turned back to the city and are now under the city's jurisdiction. Old Highway 13 consists of a rural road with a 40' bituminous surface. Old Sibley Highway also is an old rural road with a 20' bituminous pavement. ENGINEERING REPORT GROUP W ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT MARCH 22, 1984 PAGE TWO ASSESSMENTS Staff would recommend that as a condition of final plat approval, this development petition the city to upgrade Old Sibley Highway to city standards. Staff is under the understanding that the Bluffview P.D., which is located south of this develoment, is planning development. Subsequently, this road would be an important segment in providing access to this development, plus land to the east of this development. This road would be built to a 36' wide street with bituminous surfacing and concrete curb gutter. Cost for this road would be assessed to benefitted property. Access would then be obtained for this proposed develop- ment off of Old Sibley Highway. RIGHT OF WAY /EASEMENTS No additional right -of -way will have to be obtained with this proposed development. However, a 10' drainage and utility easement will be required to be dedicated adjacent all publicly dedicated right -of -way and a minimum 5' utility and drainage easement dedicated adjacent to all exterior lot lines. All trunk area related assessments have been levied with the exception of lateral benefit from trunk water main. In researching the assessment records, the lateral benefit from sanitary sewer was determined based on 175 assessable feet. Subsequently, this development will be responsible for the lateral benefit from trunk water main assessment for 175' at the rate in effect at the time of final platting. Applying the current Commercial/ Industrial rate times the assessable footage amounts to a lateral benefit of $6,254.00 (175' x $35.74/ft.). This shall be either paid at the time of final platting or processed by way of a Waiver of Hearing and assessed over a five year period at the current interest rate as determined by the most recent bond sales. Any additional costs for improving this lot will be the sole responsibility of this development. I will be available to discuss any aspect of this report in detail with the Advisory Planning Commission at the March 27, 1984 meeting. Respectfully submitted, ,4a4.06 Richard M. Fief", P.E. Assistant City Engineer RMH /rrt ENGINEERING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GROUP W ADDITION PRELIMINARY PLAT 1. The necessary sewer and water connection permits shall be obtained prior to final plat approval. 2 This development shall submit a petition to the city for the improvement of Old Sibley Highway. 3. Easements shall be dedicated as stated in this report or as required by staff. 4. This development shall be responsible for its assessments for 175' of lateral benefit trunk water main at the rate in effect at the time of final platting. 5. 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PROPERTY DATA: ZONED: 1 LIWTED INDUSTRIAL LOT AREA 71.311.44 SO. PT. ALLOWABLE COVERAGE 37,137.35 SO. PY. (3S %I ACTUAL COVERAGE 114130.00 30. PT. PARKING 13 SPACES MAIN ENTRANCE GROUP W FOR PROPOSED IFACO GROUP W CABLE, LE, o alt, HSVELE i'lEAGAH MINNESOTA C RONALD H. FELTENSTEIN, ARCHITECT 3 -S 14 10 S.IDE.:,ELEVATION FRONT. ELEVATION 1/8" i /8.' �1 !I I 1ltll {I�I�I �I lii�i! 441 ��Iiflf11 119rtnnalaaTlenalra °iIIIIIII rl,lulli,�iV M l��ll II. IIIII'I11N111lll 11 ICI U!i l t,II I utirPl) lull �i la ll' 'I�It L�I�'tllila II; �tiilf 1 l dptll!IINFY�6�Irom���: ��1i P Iiemo!I!Illd'll411 311 1 i Hill II 111111.1. w OP SED F Ac�odu4o�� MP G^'/ ©AI fig SERVICE SIDE :_ELEVATI MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION TOM SCHUSTER, CITY FORESTER DATE: MARCH 30, 1984 RE: MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM BACKGROUND: As members are aware, the City /department has attempted to develop a tree nursery program over the past six years. Currently the depart- ment has three (3) such designated sites Pilot Knob, Northview and Patrick Eagan. These nursery areas have been developed primarily from seedling stock obtained from the Department of Natural Resources at little cost. However, these nurseries are little more than "grow- ing yards These growing areas do not receive the attention and maintenance factors normally associated with a true municipal nursery program. Trees play an extremely important role in a well balanced park system and the development of a well- maintained tree nursery can help fulfill this role. It is staff's belief that the current nursery situation can greatly be enhanced so as to provide the necessary tree stock the City will need in the future as well as providing a cost savings. A preliminary report regarding the current status of our tree nurseries and the steps necessary to develop or enhance our municipal tree nurseries has been prepared by the City Forester and Director of Parks and Recreation. This report will briefly outline some of the problems, advantages and cost associated with a nursery program which we hope will lead to a discussion and direction for the staff. ESTABLISHING A WELL- MAINTAINED TREE NURSERY: This is a report on the establishment and operation of a well-maintained tree nursery in the City of Eagan. The scope of this report will cover the current tree nursery inventories, establishment and care of new nurseries, timing associated with implementation of planting plans, special problems to be encountered, commitments required, costs estimate and then finally, a recommendation of stock to be planted. This portion of the report deals with the intent of establishing a nursery with sufficiently larger stock of desirable species and to maintain it to achieve quality planting material at a savings to the City. The establishment of this nursery will require careful planning and a dedication to regular maintenance in order to be succes- ful. MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE TWO. The first step is to take soil samples to see what kind of soil fer- tility we are dealing with. If a severe nutrient imbalance occurs, it will have to be corrected by fertilization or other treatment. Unlike the nurseries planted previously, the new nurseries must have adequate site preparation. The soil must be sufficiently cultivated to provide a good planting environment. The discs should plow just deep enough to turn sod, then disc thoroughly to cut it into small pieces. The area should lie rough over winter 1 and in spring disc and harrow the area again just prior to planting. If we were to attempt to do this all in one season, it would require much more discing, causing greater loss of soil moisture. Spacing is important in a nursery operation. A problem we face in existing nurseries is that the spacing of the trees is so close that we will have a difficult time removing them with the tree spade. Yet when planting seedlings just inches tall, it is hard to justify a wider spacing since we have no idea what kind of mortality rate to expect. Planting larger stock gives us a much better survival rate. With this in mind, we should space the trees far enough apart to facilit- ate cultivation and eventual tree removal. A good spacing grid would be 10' x 10'. With this spacing, 436 trees per acre could be planted and still allow machinery to operate easily in the field. This in- cludes the truck pulled tree spade as well as a tractor with a disc or box drag for maintenance. Currently the City has (see tree inventory) a relatively large number of small trees. The areas in which they are planted are really "grow- ing yards Although the trees are pruned, they are not fertilized, cultivated, watered or given the attention nursery stock should have. The essential ingredients to a productive nursery is the summer care of: watering top pruning fertilizing root pruning cultivating disease control mulching winter protection Watering at planting is a must. In the first two growing seasons, watering during a dry spell is imperative for the trees survival. Older trees should also be watered during extended dry periods. As root systems penetrate deeper into the soil, less watering will be needed. Fertilizing of nurseries will bring the trees to usable size at a more rapid rate. Nitrogen fertilizers should be applied to the soil on an annual basis since nitrogen consumption and leaching exceed the rate at which the supply of available soil nitrogen can naturally be renewed. MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE THREE. The consumption of soil phosphorous and potassium is not as great as that of nitrogen. Therefore, phosphorous and potassium fertilizers should be applied every 3 -5 years. An effective and efficient fertilization program will require an annual application of a single grade nitrogen fertilizer (e.g. 35 -0 -0) with a periodic (eery 3 -5 years) of a complete fertilizer (e.g. 10 -10 -10 or 10 -8 -6). Fertilizer can be applied with a broadcast spreader. Once fertilizer has been applied, the nurseries should be cultivated and thoroughly watered. Frequent and timely cultivation during the growing season is just as important in the newly established nursery as in growing any agri- cultural crop. Trees simply cannot compete with weeds and grasses. The spacing suggested will allow easy cultivation between rows with our new disc. If cultivation is not practiced, effective weed control may still be achieve by use of chemical herbicides such as Simazine, Amizine and Casaron. Mulching helps trees grow larger more quickly by reducing competition from grass and weeds. Mulching also conserves moisture which reduces watering expenses and prevents lawn mowers and other equipment from wounding the base of the trunk. Pruning is the removal of dead, diseased or living tre% parts to benefit those that remain or achieve a predetermined shape. In a nursery the goal should be to prune the trees to a desirable shape and a structurally correct form. This is easily done in a nursery with a pruning shear, a lopping shear and a pole pruner. Root pruning is very important to stock that will be transplanted later. When a tree is transplanted there is significant root loss which will cause die back and possible mortality. By pruning the root system we can achieve a dense and compact root system which facilitates moving trees with a tree spade. Root pruning can be accomplished by digging by hand or mechanically. By using the tree spade we can effectively root prune the stock. This can be done by leaving the spade frame about 12" from the ground and sinking two of the four spades all the way into the ground. This should provide for adequate root pruning. MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE FOUR. In the nurseries we will have to keep a close eye on any disease problems that might arise. If disease becomes a problem we will take the necessary action. The key is early detection of any disease problem. Each tree should be wrapped for winter protection. Because of deer and rodent problems, early fall wrapping will be needed. It's appar- ent that we will have trouble with mice. This can be minimized by keeping weeds as low as possible around the trees and putting screens around the base of ornamentals or the use of a plastic Tree Gruard tree wrap. TIMING: Once bare root stock is put into a nursery, it takes between three and six years before it becomes large enough to put into a park. Tree stock is available this Spring. In fact many tree species are available from Bailey's Nurseries only in the Spring. It is essential that we have the soil well enough prepared that when the trees arrive we can get them into a favorable planting site immediately. Assuming the soil is well worked, planting should go rather quickly. The planting will require a crew of at least four (4) people. The greater the number in the crew, the faster the planting will go. David Hawes of the Twin City Tree Trust has indicated to the City that some of his crews may be available for planting and for the summer care as well. Unfortunately, their schedule is very difficult to predict and we can never be guaranteed they will be available. If we call at a slow period for them, they will be glad to help at no charge. This is a resource we should try to utilize as much as possible. PROBLEMS EXPECTED: Before the City begins a nursery operation, we must anticipate pro- viding adequate water. Water with the tanker truck is slow, but if needed must be done. The nurseries at Patrick Eagan Park and Northview Park have sustained damage from gophers, mice and deer. The gophers living underground feed on succulent young roots and can completely consume young tree roots. Mice have girdled most of the flowering crab apple trees even though the trees were wrapped three times with tree wrap. By cultivating and keeping the weeds down, we can all but eliminate both the gopher and mice problem. Deer have caused injury to many young trees. When deer rub their antlers against small trees, the bark easily peels off. This is only a problem on small trees and only in the fall. By wrapping trees earlier in the fall October vs. November- we should limit this problem. MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE FIVE. While we do not anticipate insects or diseases to cause major problems, should problems of these types occur they will be dealt with either mechanically or chemically. Now that the City owns a tree spade, a box drag and a disc along with the Rototiller and mowers, the City has the equipment needed to do a good job. Further expenditures for additional equipment to maintain the nursery shall not be necessary. COMMITMENT: Establishing and operating a nursery is a long -term project. It will take the devoted effort of the Forester and others to maintain the nursery in a manner which will provide quality planting stock in a reasonable amount of time. It will be necessary to rely on additional manpower and equipment at the proper time of the year to carry out the nursery operations. The department and the City must be supportive in providing time, supplies and patience to oper- ate the nursery. TYPE OF STOCK: There are many sizes of planting stock available. Most of the nur- series in our area start with bare root stock. In the Twin Cities, the nearest supplier is Bailey's Nursery in Newport. For most species stock is available in whips from 3' 6' tall and some in 1" 12" diameter clfas. The 5' whip seems to be a popular size for nursery operations. It was stated earlier that with a 10' x 10' spacing, the City could plant 436 trees per acre. Because we do not have the need for hun- dreds of trees reaching usable size all at the same time, it makes sense to provide trees for use over a period of years. For this reason, our initial purchase of nursery stock should be for trees of various sizes. The growing yards we now have contain many conifers which will meet our needs for the next several years. The only decidu- ous tree we have in any great numbers is Green Ash. With this in mind, trees should be selected from the following list. Most of the trees on this list are trees that have been used with success in the park system. Amur Maple Norway Maple Green Mountain Sugar Maple Ginkgo Dolgo Crab Radiant Crab Amur Chokecherry Redmond Linden Crimson King Maple Red Maple Common Hackberry Imperial Locust Hopa Crab Amur Cork Tree Wild Black Cherry American Linden MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE SIX. COST: Staff has done a preliminary breakdown of estimated cost involved in starting and operating a tree nursery. For illustration purposes, we have chosen 450 trees because this number of trees can be effec- tively planted in an acre of land. For simplicity sake, ten species of commonly used trees in the park system has been selected for cost illustration. On eight of the ten species, cost for two different sizes of nursery stock has been selected. The reason for this is to illustrate the range of cost and because it would be desirable to have stock mature at different times to be utilized in a refores- tation program. PLANT MATERIAL: 450 trees TYPE QUAN. SIZE UNIT TOTAL Amur Maple 25 25 3' 5.40 135.00 5' 9.75 233.75 368.75 Norway Maple 25 5' 6.05 151.25 25 1k" 11.75 283.75 435.00 Crimson King Maple 25 5' 5.00 125.00 25 1" 14.25 356.20 481.20 Red Maple 25 5' 7.75 193.75 25 1" 11.90 297.50 491.25 Imperial Locust 25 5' 9.20 230.00 25 1" 15.75 393.75 623.75 Radiant Crab 25 5' 6.50 162.50 25 1" 12.30 307.50 470.00 Redmond Linden 25 5' 9.45 236.25 25 1" 15.75 393.75 630.00 Hackberry 25 5' 7.85 196.25 25 1k" 17.25 431.25 627.50 Ginkgo 25 5' $14.75 368.75 Amur Choke Cherry 25 5' 9.25 231.25 COST OF PLANTING MATERIALS TOTAL: $4727.45 MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE SEVEN. FIRST YEAR OPERATING AND INSTALLATION COST: With the purchase of the nursery stock, the first year operating cost for a nursery would consist of the site preparation, physical labor in planting the material as well as labor costs for any additional cultivating, watering and winter protection. Staff has estimated the first year cost including planting stock would be $6,680. plus any cost associated with the utilization of equipment such as gas, oil, etc. (see the following chart). Annual operating costs from the second year and on are estimated at $1,748. Again, these annual costs are basically labor costs in- volved with cultivating the soil, pruning, watering, providing winter protection and miscellaneous treatment for root pruning and the like. Materials costs would be limited to any fertilizer or supply items for fuel and the like. Not included would be any additional cost for the treatment of tree diseases, rodent protection or the like. Although these costs would appear to be minimal, it would not affect the cost estimates to a very large degree. FIRST YEAR OPERATING COSTS: OPERATION Site Preparation Planting Cultivating (Monthly) Watering (As Needed) EQUIPMENT COST OF LABOR SUP. John Deere 850 3 hrs. Ford 4000 Tractor- 29 hrs. W /Disc 350. (32 hrs.) Planting Stock 4,727.45 2200 gal. tanker 700. (16 hrs.) (4 men for 2 days) (64 hrs.) Mulching 265. (24 hrs.) Ford 4000 Tractor 440. (40 hrs.) Winter Protection 175. (16 hrs.) Tree Wrap TOTAL: 6,680. FIRST YEAR COST APPROXIMATELY 6,700 PLUS EQUIPMENT MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE EIGHT. ANNUAL OPERATING COST OPERATION Cultivating (Monthly) Fertilizing Pruning Watering (As Needed) Winter Protection (Wrapping /Unwrapping Misc. Treatment Inc. Root Pruning ESTIMATED ANNUAL EXPENSE SUMMARY: 3 1,750 4 1,600 5 1,400 6 1,200 COMPARISON: Amur Maple (2 Norway Maple Crimson King Maple (2 Red Maple Imperial Locust Radiant Crab Redmond Linden Hackberry Ginkgo (2 Amur Choke Cherry (2 TOTAL: SECOND YEAR AND ON: EQUIPMENT Ford 4000 Tractor W /Disc Spray Tank TS44A Tree Spade Assuming we remove trees starting in three (3) years, estimated annual cost can be reduced for years four, five and six. Year 1 6,700 equipment operation costs. 2 1,750 11 87.00 x 50 91.50 x 50 80.00 x 50 107.00 x 50 89.00 x 50 89.00 x 50 88.00 x 50 94.50 x 50 97.00 x 25 49.75 x 25 COST OF LABOR SUP. 460. (40 hrs.) 92. 8 hrs.) 276. (24 hrs.) 460. (40 hrs.) 460. (40 hrs.) 1,748. EQUIPMENT $14,400 Total Estimated Cost Of Growing 450 Trees To Usable Size. We usually buy stock that is 21/2" diameter, 6" above the ground. The cost of 22" trees if purchased from Minnesota Valley Wholesale is as follows: (1984 cost) 4,350.00 4,575.00 4,000.00 5,350.00 4,450.00 4,450.00 4,400.00 4,725.00 2,425.00 1,243.75 39,968.75 40,000.00 MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE NINE. 40,000 14,400 25,600 savings This figure may be high because mortality has not been figured. It is also likely that some trees may not be of usable size in six (6) years and there may be treatment cost which will be needed that are not anticipated at this time. Even with a degree of mortality estimated at 3 -6% extra time in the nursery, unexpected problems and other miscellaneous items excluded, it appears that there can be considerable savings by operating a munici- pal nursery. CONCLUSION: Municipal nurseries are a good source of stock. The nurseries we have can be upgraded by the use of fertilization and cultivation along with the pruning and watering. For maximum growth potential, soil mainten- ance should be completed along with fertilizers, animal and insect pro- tection, disease management and water. It takes three (3) to five (5) years to produce quality street tree stock. Time must be devoted to operating a municipal nursery along with maintaining existing trees. There are situations where municipal nurseries are advantageous. Since we do not need highly pruned or sheared trees in the parks and we have a tree spade to facilitate moving trees, it would indeed be worth con- sidering. A municipal nursery assures the City that it will always have some trees to plant at a predictable cost. It also assures that trees can be planted when the Tether is right since there is no waiting for your tree order to arrive. MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE TEN. THE APPENDIX: CURRENT INVENTORY OF EAGAN'S NURSERIES: Inventory was done on March 14, 1984. Pilot Knob Nursery: Green Ash approx. 175 Silver Maple approx. 110 Ponderosa Pine approx. 17 SUMMARY: All of the Ponderosa Pines suffered severe winter browning during the winter of 1983 -84. Most of the Silver Maple are still very small, less than 10' tall and have multiple stems which will have to be pruned out soon. All of the Green Ash have been pruned and are of sufficient quality to transplant. Although their form is good, some of these trees are already too large to transplant. The majority, however, are at a stage where they can be moved either this year or in the next 4 -5 years. Northview Park Nursery: Red Cedar 27 Norway Pine approx. 90 Colorado Spruce 71 Jack Pine 17 Green Ash 122 Ponderosa Pine 3 Caragana (Pea Shrub) 127 SUMMARY: All of the trees in this nursery were planted in the Spring of 1980. The Spruce, Cedar and Pines are all less than three (3) feet in height and the Green Ash less than five (5) feet. This nursery has been sufficiently pruned to the point that all of the stock has a good form for its species and its age. The spacing is close so that we will have trouble with a tree spade in the future. This means we will have to thin the stand or start removing small stock by hand starting this year. Patrick Eagan: Potted stock from 1982 from Minnesota Valley Wholesale: Norway Maple 9 Littleleaf Linden 7 Red Maple 15 Hackberry 7 Sugar Maple 7 Flowering Crabs 15 MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE ELEVEN. SUMMARY: Over half (8 -15) the Crabs were completely girdled by mice or other small rodents during the winter of 1983 -84. We had not expected this since the trees were wrapped with tree wrap in the Fall. At that time we used extra tree wrap at the ground just to prevent rodent damage. Apparently the extra wrap was no deterent since it was all stripped away and only the duct tape used to anchor it remained. Aside from mice, the deer have taken a toll on newly planted stock by rubbing their antlers on the young trees to the extent that the trees bark is stripped off. Seedlings stock planted before 1979: SUMMARY; Norway Pine (over 6') 43 Norway Pine (under 6') 88 Caragana (Pea Shrub) 76 Green Ash 132 Amur Maple 17 Ponderosa Pine 2 Black Hills Spruce 1 Honeysuckle (approx.) 30 Although quite small yet, almost all are less than 4' tall, these trees seem to be quite healthy and should be ready to be transplanted in the next 3 -4 years. Planted in 1981: Norway Pine 200 White Cedar 200 Honeysuckle 100 Green Ash 100 Planted in 1983: White Pine 50 Scotch Pine 150 Colorado Spruce 125 Black Walnut 100 1 Planting Trees for Farmstead Shelters Extension Bulletin 196 Agricultural Extension Service University Of Minnesota Marvin Smith and William Miles 2 A Guide: Community Forestry Shade Tree Program Minnesota Dept. of Agriculture MUNICIPAL TREE NURSERY PROGRAM MARCH 30, 1984 PAGE TWELVE. 3,4,5 Arboriculture Class Manual Dept. of Horticulture Science Univ. of Minnesota Kenneth C. Simons, Instructor 1978 6 Planting Trees In Minnesota Extension Bulletin 350 Agricultural Extension Service Univ. of Minnesota William R. Miles, Marvin E. Smith, Dayton M. Larsen 7 See #2 8 See #3,4,5 9 Bailey's Nurseries Inc. 1983 -84 Wholesale List 10 In field conversation with David C. Hawes Director of Operations Twin City Tree Trust 11 See #2 ORDINANCE NO. 2ND SERIES AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EAGAN, MINNESOTA, AMENDING EAGAN CITY CODE, CHAPTER 10, ENTITLED "PUBLIC PROTECTION, CRIMES AND OFFENSES" BY ADDING PROVISIONS RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF BOATING AND RELATED WATER ACTIVITIES WITHIN THE CITY; AND, BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE, EAGAN CITY CODE CHAPTER 1 AND SECTION 10.99, WHICH, AMONG OTHER THINGS, CONTAIN PENALTY PROVISIONS. The City Council of the City of Eagan does ordain: Section 1. Eagan City Code Chapter 10, entitled "Public Protection, Crimes and Offenses" is hereby amended by adding Section 10.24 to read: Section 10.24. Rules and Regulations Governing Boating and Related Water Activities Within the City. Subd. 1. GENERAL. In order to promote safety and the public welfare, the City hereby prohibits all usage of motor driven watercraft, as defined in M.S. 361.02(8), on all lakes, ponds, impoundments, lying entirely within the corporate boundaries of the City. Subd. 2. EXCEPTIONS. a. Emergency purposes by U. S. Coast Guard, County Sheriff's Department, Eagan Police and Fire Departments, and other pertinent officials. b. Officials of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, Eagan Parks 1 Wziel y_z -ri and Recreation Personnel, and personnel authorized by the Director of Parks and Recreation of the City of Eagan. c. Dakota County Personnel and their agents upon lakes within the Dakota County Parks system. Subd. 3. ANNOYANCE. No person shall navigate, direct, or handle any boat in such a manner as to annoy, unnecessarily frighten or endanger the occupants of other boats or watercraft, persons, wildlife or domesticated animals, in or upon the water. Subd. 4. VEHICLES. No person shall operate any motor vehicle, snowmobile, all- terrain vehicle, ice boat, or any other conveyance used to transport persons over the ice on a public water body, except as provided in Subd. 2 of this Section. Subd. 5. ICE FISHING HOUSES. No ice fishing house or dark houses shall be placed on the ice of any public body of water. Portable structures that are removed at the completion of the fishing day are excepted from this provision. Subd. 6. SEASONAL DOCKS. All private seasonal docks shall be removed on or before October 30th of each year. No more than one seasonal dock shall exceed the following standards: (a) extend 20 feet from the shoreline, and (b) cover more than 60 square feet of water surface. Subd. 7. PONTOONS AND FLOATING RAFTS. All private pontoons and floating rafts shall be removed, completely, from all surface waters by October 30th of each year. Only one pontoon or floating raft per property owner shall be allowed, and no pontoon or floating raft shall cover more than 81 square feet of surface water. Each structure shall have a minimum of four red or blue colored reflectors affixed on its sides, and shall have the owners name and address clearly affixed. Subd. 8. ADOPTION OF STATE LAWS. Chapter 361 of the Minnesota Statutes (Waters and Watercraft Safety Laws), and 6 MCAR 1.0200- 1.0212 (Boat and Water Safety Rules), as amended, are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference as part of this ordinance. Section 2. Eagan City Code Chapter 1 entitled "General Provisions and Definitions Applicable to the Entire City Code Including Penalty for Violation" and Section 10.99 entitled "Violation a Misdemeanor" are hereby adopted in their entity, by reference, as though repeated verbatim herein. adoption and publication according to law. ATTEST: Section 3. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect upon its Its City Clerk Date Ordinance Accepted: Date Ordinance was Published in the Eagan Chronicle: 3 CITY COUNCIL CITY OF EAGAN By: Its Mayor MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: APRIL 2, 1984 RE: MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR INFORMATION The purpose of this memo is to continue the practice of informing the Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission of recent maintenance activities and activities planned for during the upcoming weeks. With the closure of the skating facilities in February, the activities of the maintenance crew has shifted from the maintenance and prepara- tion of skating facilities into a transitional period between seasons. This transitional period was interrupted occasionally by the need to plow streets and cul -de -sacs by the crew, but generally work pro- gressed on converting the equipment from its winter usage in anticipa- tion of summer needs. Sweeping brooms, snowblowers and the tanker have been placed in storage after a thorough going -over to check for any need of repair and replacement. Summer equipment has now been taken out of storage and has received a thorough going -over in antici- pation of a summer start. For example, the large capacity seven gang mower has received a complete tune -up and all reels have been sharpened, bed knives turned and sharpened and all necessary placements of gears, sprockets or "0" rings replaced as necessary. Other pieces of mowing equipment have received the same attention. As weather has permitted, several of the staff members have been out doing any necessary brushing out, tree trimming or clearing of dead or diseased trees which was not completed last Fall. With the recent warming trend, crews have been able to begin some Spring activities. The hockey boards at Lexington are in the process of being taken down or removal at a later date and the Trails Sweeping Program has begun. The crew's tractor mounted broom has completed the trail segments along Pilot Knob Road with other trail segments slated to be done, weather permitting. Upcoming maintenance projects include the high priority items of pre- paring the parks for usage. Tennis court maintenance will include the sweeping and blowing off of debris and sand, hosing off the courts to get any remaining fine particles and finally, hanging the nets. Installation of several park signs, which were constructed during the months of February and March, are now ready to be installed at the various park locations. These signs should be installed during the month of April if higher priority items are concluded or weather prohibits work on these tasks. MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR INFORMATION PAGE TWO APRIL 2, 1984 The upcoming baseball /softball and summer soccer program are not very far off. Crews will be tending to the various field locations preparing the infields for summer play. Marking out of foul lines of all diamonds as well as the soccer fields will be done after the first mowing. Many of these fields will also be aerified and overseeded to improve the playing turf. Of course there are all the other miscellaneous tasks before the crew during the next several weeks which will include a general pick -up and clean -up of the park areas, an inspection of play equipment for safety problems and taking out picnic tables and trash barrels to the various locations. Another major project facing the department which has yet to be schedu- led will be the remaining landscaping at the new Municipal Center. Yet to be completed will be the rough and fine grading in preparation for sodding and seeding. Additional trees are yet to be planted and edging with wood chips around the shrubs on the front of the building is yet to be completed. Should members of the Advisory Commission have any questions regarding the activities of the parks maintenance division during these past six weeks or questions regarding activities planned for the month of April and into May, staff would be happy to respond. KV /js 1 MEMO TO: HONORABLE MAYOR CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS `1N FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION DATE: MARCH 20, 1984 RE: CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS RECOMMENDATION May 22, 1984 is suggested as a referendum date. On Monday, March 19, the Citizens Task Force on parks concluded the review process of the Working Proposal and has concluded with a recommendation to the City Council that it proceed with a Spring 1984 parks bond referendum. The Committee is recommending that a two part question be proposed. Part One would be a request for $3,316,000. and Part Two for $1,096,000.. Attached is a Summary Information of the Task Force recommendation which summarizes the referendum's proposal. Mr. Ernie Clarke of Miller and Schroeder, the City's financial bond consultant has prepared a preliminary schedule for a proposed issue. Please be aware that the principal amounts differ from the Task Force because of changes that were recently made. These changes are not substantial and should closely reflect the bonding amounts. Mr. Clarke has also prepared an estimate of the impact of the bonds on real estate taxes for 1985. Decreases in the cost to the homeowner's taxes will occur each subsequent year after 1985. This is the result of continued City growth in commercial, industrial and residential areas and the deduction in the principal amount. This information is an early preliminary estimate and can be reviewed in greater detail at the joint meeting of the City Council /Advisory Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for Tuesday, March 27. ACTION TO BE CONSIDERED: To receive /accept the Citizens Task Force for parks recommendation for a Spring parks bond referendum. Establish May 22, 1984 as the date for a parks bond referendum. KV /js Attach. RAHN: 3 Softball Fields 1 Baseball 1 Soccer (Overlay) 1 Soccer (Renovation) Play Equipment Utilities Parking Landscaping CAPRICORN: 1 Major Baseball 1 Minor Baseball 1 Soccer (Undersized) Overlay 2 Hockey Lighted Vita Course Building /Shelter Parking Open Skating Landscaping 460,000 Soccer /Baseball Field Lights 45,000 NORTHVIEW: Convert Baseball to Softball Fencing Irrigation 4 Softball Fields Irrigation 2 Soccer Fields Lighting 4 Fields Enlarge Parking Trail /Landscaping Building /Shelter SCHWANZ LAKE: Grading Play Equipment Horseshoe Pits 1 Back Stop 6 Open Picnic Shelters Picnic Tables /Grills Trails /Roads Canoe Access Landscaping Utilities WORKING PROPOSAL PART _I TOTAL COMMUNITY PARKS $1,487,000 361,000 281,000 340,000 CITY WIDE TRAILS (Lump Sum) 80,000 Page 2 COACHMAN: DE BOER: Grading 2 Softball 2 Hockey, Lighted Skating 1 Play Equipment Hard Court Shelter Trails /Parking Landscaping Removals /Grading 1 Softball (All Field Area) Hard Court Play Equipment 2 Vita Course Picnic Shelter Trail /Parking /Bridge Observation Deck /Dock Landscaping EAGAN HILLS: Grading 1 Ballfield 1 Soccer 1 Play Equipment Hard Court Trail /Parking FISH LAKE: Grading Parking /Trails Boat Launch Picnic Area Fishing Dock PILOT KNOB: RIDGECLIFF:. 1 Hockey Lighted 1 Ball Field 1 Soccer (Limited) Play Equipment 2 Tennis Courts Skating Shelter Trails /Parking WORKING PROPOSAL PART I (continued) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS 219,000 230,000 120,000 72,000 Removals: Hockey, Shelter Grading 2 Hockey, Lighted Skating Vita Course Trails Shelter Improve Ball Field School 153,000 151,000 Page 3 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS (continued) WEDGEWOOD: Grading 2 Ball Fields 1 Soccer Overlay Hard Court Play Equipment Archery Area Open Shelter Trails /Parking Landscaping 2 Tennis Courts BC /BS: WORKING PROPOSAL —PHASE I (continued) Grading 2 Tennis Courts 2 Hockey Rinks /Open Skating 2 Ball Fields Play Equipment Shelter Parking /Trail Utilities 1 Soccer Overlay (Assuming Full Acquisition) SOUTH OAKS: Grading /Seeding Play Equipment (Open Space for Soccer /Ballfield LAKESIDE: Grading /Seeding (Open space will provide for ball field, future development.) CARLSON LAKE: Turf Improvement z Play Equipment Trail Observation Deck Docks Stairway /Trail EVERGREEN: Repair 2 Tennis Courts Play Equipment Bald Field Improvement COUNTRY HOME: Tennis Court Repair Play Equipment Turf /Ball Field Improvement WOODHAVEN: 2 Tennis Courts Repair /Lighting Parking Lot Ball Field Play Equipment LEXINGTON: All Purpose Court Repair Ball Field Improvement Play Equipment 209,000 289,000 34,000 20,000 46,000 34,000 21,000 35,000 Relocate Skating Area 30,000 Page 4 HIGHVIEW: WORKING PROPOSAL PART I (continued) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS (continued) Removal of Hockey Rink Regrade /Improve Turf Replace Play Equipment Hard Court Tennis Court Resurface Soccer Field Parking /Trail Landscaping CARNELIAN: Remove Part of Hard Courts Improve Turf Play Equipment Relocate Shelter Enlarge Ballfield Landscaping TOTAL PART 1 $3,316,000 75,000 77,000 TOTAL NEIGHBORHOOD PARK REDEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT $1,815,000 C SITES FOR PLAY EQUIPMENT OAK CHASE BUR OAKS PERIDOT PATH WALDEN HEIGHTS CINNAMON RIDGE RIVER HILLS Community Parks $1,487,000 Neighborhood Parks 1,815,000 Play Equipment 54,000 Trails 80,000 Subtotal 3,436,00.0 120,000 (Less L.A.W.C.O.N. Funds Rahn Fish Lake) 54,000 WORKING PROPOSAL -PART I 21 Sites with New Play Equipment 6 New Tennis Courts 6 Existing Courts Upgraded 2 Existing Courts Lighted 3 New Baseball Fields 1 New Field Lighted 4 New Softball Fields 4 Existing Softball Fields Lighted 4 Existing Softball Fields Irrigated 9 New Hockey Rinks Lighted 2 Existing Soccer Fields Irrigated 2 Existing Rinks Eliminated 6 New Skating Areas 2 Ponds Made Accessible for Skating 6 Overlay Soccer 1 Overlay Soccer Lighted Capricorn 2 Free Standing Soccer Created 9 New Ball Fields in Neighborhood Parks 5 Hard Court Play Areas Trails Boat Launch Lake Observation (3 Parks) Picnic Areas /Picnic Shelter Parking Areas Landscaping (Signage, Security Lights, Trees, Tables) Shelters /Warming Houses WORKING PROPOSAL PART II BURR OAKS PARK CEDAR POND Play Equipment Shelter Landscaping DE BOER (PART 2) Tennis Courts Hard Surface Play Equipment Grading Ballfield /Soccer Trail /Parking Hard Court HEINE POND Grading Parking Docks /Boat Launch Landscaping Shelter LAKESIDE Hard Court, Back Stop Trails Landscaping SOUTH OAKS Hard Court Shelter Parking /Trail Landscaping Play Field 100,000 30,000 40,000 50,000 30,000 30,000 WINDTREE (Lump Sum) 150,000 WINKLER /JACKSON (Lump Sum) 50,000 WOODHAVEN Shelter Parking Trail Utilities 70,000 RAHN Shelter Building /Storage /Toilets. 46,000 SCIWANZ LAKE Shelter Building 50,000 NEW "NORTH ATHLETIC" FIELD Acquisition 30 Acres $15,000 450,000. TOTAL PART 2 $1,096,000 Year Due 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 1998 1999 2000 $3,325,000 Due 50,000 50,000 75,000 100,000 125,000 150,000 175,000 175,000 200,000 225,000 250,000 300,000 350,000 375,000 400,000 325,000 $3,325,000 City of Eagan Preliminary Scheduling Parks Recreation Department Est. Int. 8.80 292,600 288,200 283,800 277,200 268,400 257,400 244,200 228,800 213,400 195,800 176,000 154,000 127,600 96,800 63,800 28,600 A Total P &I Ests. 342,600 338,200 358,800 377,200 393,400 407,400 419,200 403,800 413,400 420,800 426,000 454,000 477,600 471,800 463,800 353,600 $3,196,600 $6,521,600 Schedule 3 Est. Assessed Est. Value (after f /d) Mill Rate $225,000,000 243,000,000 260,000,000 275,000,000 289,000,000 303,000,000 318,000,000 334,000,000 351,000,000 368,000,000 386,000,000 405,000,000 425,000,000 425,000,000 425,000,000 425,000,000 1.52 1.39 1.38 1.37 1.36 1.34 1.32 1.21 1.18 1.14 1.10 1.12 1.12 1.11 1.09 0.83 0.41 0.48 0.44 0.41 0.38 0.36 0.33 0.46 0.42 0.45 0.41 0.37 0.33 0.31 0.29 0.38 3/13/84 B Orig. #1) A plus B $1,050,000 Est. Mill Est. Mill Rate Rate 1.93 1.87 1.82 1.78 1.74 1.70 1.65 1.67 1.60 1.59 1.51 1.49 1.45 1.42 1.38 1.21 $3,325,000 Park Bond Issue A $1,050,000 Park Bond Issue B City of Eagan, Minnesota Tax Increase Estimates $11.58 15.44 19.22 23.16 27.02 30.88 600 9.12 $2.46 800 12.16 3.28 1,000 15.12 4.10 1,200 18.24 4.92 1,400 21.28 5.74 1,600 24.32 6.56 Homestead 1st Year 1.52 1st Year .41 1st Year 1.93 Real Estate Annual Est. Annual Est. Annual Est. Tax Now Increase A Increase B Increase A B Estimates are for 1984 levy /collectible 1985. 3/13/84 March 12, 1984 MEMO TO: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS FROM: DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION, VRAA RE: RECREATION SUB COMMITTEE MEETING The Recreation Sub Committee will meet on Wednesday evening, March 14 at 7:30 P.M. at the Municipal Center. Sub Committee members, Kubik, Bertz, Masin and Thurston the materials you requested are enclosed. Please note that this memorandum is being sent to all Commission members. KV /js Encl. MEMO TO: ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION /ROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS RECREATION March 8, 1984 RE: SPECIAL MEETING OF THE ADVISORY PARKS RECREATION COMMISSION AND CITY COUNCIL At the Council Meeting on March 6, 1984 the City Council established Tuesday, March 27 at 7:15 P.M. for a special meeting with the Advisory Parks and Rec- reation Commission. The purpose of this meeting will be to review the details of the proposed park bond referendum. It is anticipated that the Citizens Task Force on parks will be making its recommendation at its meeting on Monday, March 19. This recommendation will be acted upon at the City Council Meeting of the 22nd to accept the Task Force recommendation and set a date for the spring referendum. The exact details of the referendum will be discussed and finalized at the meeting on the 27th. Enclosed with this memorandum is the latest revision to the Working Proposal which reflects the Task Force direction at the March 5 meeting. Please note that Part II of the Proposal remains to be reviewed by the Task Force and reflects only preliminary direction received at that meeting. Again the meeting will be Tuesday, March 27 at 7:15 P.M. at the Eagan Municipal Center in the lunchroom. KV /js Attach. EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:00 P.M. MARCH 19, 1984 AGENDA CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. CORRECTION TO PART I MAILOUT 3. REVIEW OF PART I CONTENTS AND APPROVAL 4. PART II 5. FINANCIAL IMPACTS 6. RECOMMENDATIONS 7. WHAT'S NEXT? 8. ADJOURNMENT MEMO TO: CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS FROM: CAROLYN THURSTON, TASK FORCE CHAIRPERSON r KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION CT /KV /js Attach. RE: MEETING NOTIFICATION FOR MONDAY, MARCH 19 March 8, 1984 Due to circumstances which are still yet unexplainable, the meeting agendas for Monday, March 5 (which were released from this office on Thursday, March 1) were not delivered on a timely basis to all members of the Task Force. Neverthe- less, we were fortunate that there were a number of members who were at the previous meeting and were aware of the Monday, March 5 meeting allowing the work of the Task Force to proceed. Attached to this memorandum is the revised "Working Proposal" which reflects the changes and recommendations made by the Task Force on Monday. Also en- closed is Part II of a proposed park bond referendum which reflects the direc- tion the Task Force began focusing in on. Additional review of the two parts of the proposed referendum is expected at the next Task Force Meeting, Monday March 19, 1984, 7:00 P.M. Eagan Municipal Center. It is expected that the City's fiscal consultant will have completed his financial computations relative to the impact of a bond issue on homeowners. This information will again be reviewed at the next meeting. A great deal of interest was also expressed by members of the Task Force relative to the "marketing approach" of the proposed park bond referendum. Work is now being initiated reviewing various marketing techniques. Some of this information may be available to be shared with the Task Force, assuming that there is sufficient interest. Again, should you have any questions over any of the material that has been presented to you or any questions over the revised Working Proposal which is included with this memorandum, feel free to contact Ken Vraa at 454 -8100. RAHN: WORKING PROPOSAL PART _I 3 Softball Fields 1 Baseball 1 Soccer (Overlay) 1 Soccer (Renovation) Play Equipment Utilities Parking Landscaping 361,000 (Optional) Maintenance, Storage /Toilet Bldg. (46,000) CAPRICORN: 1 Major Baseball 1 Minor Baseball 1 Soccer (Undersized) Overlay 2 Hockey Vita Course Building /Shelter Parking Open Skating Landscaping 460,000 Soccer /Baseball Field Lights 45,000 NORTHVIEW: Convert Baseball to Softball Fencing Irrigation 4 Softball Fields Irrigation 2 Soccer Fields Lighting 4 Fields Enlarge Parking Trail /Landscaping Building /Shelter SCHWANZ LAKE: Grading Play Equipment Horseshoe Pits 1 Back Stop 6 Open Picnic Shelters Picnic Tables /Grills Trails /Roads Canoe Access Landscaping Utilities 340,000 (Optional) Major Shelter with Restroom (50,000) TOTAL COMMUNITY PARKS $1,487,000 (Does Not Include Options) November 3, 1983 Revised November 9, 1983 Revised December 6, 1983 Revised December 7, 1983 Revised March 5, 1984 281,000 CITY WIDE TRAILS (Lump Sum) 80,000 Page 2 COACHMAN: DE BOER: EAGAN HILLS: Grading 1 Ballfield 1 Soccer 1 Play Equipment Hard Courty Trail /Parking FISH LAKE: Grading Parking /Trails Boat Launch Picnic Area Fishing Docks PILOT KNOB: Grading 2 Softball 2 Hockey 1 Play Equipment Hard Court Shelter Trails /Parking Landscaping RIDGECLIFF: 1 Hockey 1 Ball Field 1 Soccer (Limited) Play Equipment 2 Tennis Courts Skating Shelter Trails /Parking WORKING PROPOSAL PART I (continued) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS Removals /Grading 1 Softball (All Field Area) Hard Court Play Equipment z Vita Course Picnic Shelter Trail /Parking /Bridge Observation Deck /Dock Landscaping Removals: Hockey, Shelter Grading Hockey 2 Hockey Rinks Skating 1 Vita Course Trails Shelter Improve Ball Field School 219,000 230,000 120,000 72,000 153,000 151,000 Page 3 WEDGEWOOD: Grading 2 Ball Fields 1 Soccer Overlay Hard Court Play Equipment Archery Area Open Shelter Trails /Parking Landscaping 2 Tennis Courts BC /BS: LAKESIDE: CARLSON LAKE: EVERGREEN: COUNTRY HOME: WOODHAVEN: LEXINGTON: WORKING PROPOSAL —PHASE I (continued) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS (continued) Grading Tennis Courts 2 Hockey Rinks /Open Skating 2 Ball Fields Play Equipment Shelter Parking /Trail Utilities 1 Soccer Overlay (Assuming Full Acquisition At N /C) Grading /Seeding (Open space will provide for ball field, future development.) Turf Equipment Play Equipment Trail Observation Deck 2 Docks Stairway /Trail Repair 2 Tennis Courts Play Equipment Ball Field Equipment Tennis Court Repair Play Equipment Turf /Ball Field 2 Tennis Courts Repair /Lighting Parking Lot Ball Field Play Equipment All Purpose Court Repair Ball Field Improvement Play Equipment Remove Hockey /Shelter Relocate Skating Area 209,000 289,000 20,000 46,000 34,000 21,000 35,000 30,000 r Page 4 i HIGHVIEW: WORKING PROPOSAL- PART I (continued) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS (continued) Removal of Hockey Rink Regrade /Improve Turf Replace Play Equipment Hard Court Tennis Court Resurface Soccer Field Parking /Trail Landscaping CARNELIAN: Remove Part of Hard Courts SITES FOR PLAY EQUIPMENT OAK CHASE BUR OAKS PERIDOT PATH WALDEN HEIGHTS CINNAMON RIDGE Improve Turf Play Equipment Relocate Shelter Open Shelter Landscaping Community Parks $1,487,000 Neighborhood Parks 1,87.5,000 Play Equipment 54,000 Trails 80,000 Subtotal 3,436,00.0 120,000 (Less L.A.W.C.O.N. Funds Rahn Fish Lake) TOTAL $,316,000 75,000 77,000 TOTAL NEIGHBORHOOD PARK REDEVELOPMENT DEVELOPMENT $1,815,000 54,000 WORKING PROPOSAL -PART I 21 Sites with New Play Equipment 6 New Tennis Courts 6 Existing Courts Upgraded 2 Existing Courts Lighted 3 New Baseball Fields 1 New Field Lighted 4 New Softball Fields 4 Existing Softball Fields Lighted 4 Existing Softball Fields Irrigated 9 New Hockey Rinks Lighted 2 Existing Soccer Fields Irrigated 2 Existing Rinks Eliminated 6 New Skating Areas 2 Ponds Made Accessible for Skating 6 Overlay Soccer 1 Overlay Soccer Lighted Capricorn 2 Free Standing Soccer Created 9 New Ball Fields in Neighborhood Parks 5 Hard Court Play Areas Trails Boat Launch Lake Observation (3 Parks) Picnic Areas /Picnic Shelter Parking Areas Landscaping (Signage, Security Lights, Trees, Tables) Shelters /Warming Houses WORKING PROPOSAL PART II BURR OAKS PARK Grading Ballfield Trail /Parking Hard Court 100,000 CEDAR POND Play Equipment Shelter Landscaping 30,000 DE BOER (PART 2) Tennis Courts Hard Surface Play Equipment 40,000 HEINE POND Grading Parking Docks /Boat Launch Landscaping 50,000 LAKESIDE SOUTH OAKS Hard Court, Back Stop Trails Landscaping Hard Court Shelter Parking /Trail Landscaping Play Field MALLARD PARK Grading Other (,Lump Sum Amount, Land Not Acquired) THOMAS LAKE (Lump Sum, Land Not Acquired) WINDTREE (Lump Sum) WINKLER /JACKSON (Lump Sum) WOODHAVEN Shelter Parking Trail Utilities RAHN SCHWANZ LAKE NEW "NORTH ATHLETIC" FIELD Shelter Building /Storage /Toilets Shelter Building Acquisition 30 Acres $15,000 TOTAL 30,000 30,000 110,000 150,000 150,000 50,000 70,000 46,000 50,000 45(1,00.0 $].,356,000. MEMO TO: CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS 4 F M: CAROLYN THURSTON, TASK FORCE CHAIRPERSON KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION RE: MEETING AGENDA FOR MONDAY, MARCH 5 March 1, 1984 Enclosed is the agenda for the Task Force meeting on Monday, March 5 at 7:00 P.M. at the Eagan Municipal Center. We appreciate your patience at the last two Task Force meetings as we have gone through a process of "information sharing" on the park systems needs. The meeting on Monday, the 5th, will be so structured as to have the Task Force come to grips with key issues and some recommendations. The agenda proposed provides you with some additional information and dis- cussion on a Phase I and Phase II approach to parks development in meeting current and future needs. Following this discussion, the agenda then pro- poses that the Task Force review some very specific parks for recommendation. A determination on the inclusion of Blue Cross /Blue Shield Park and Bur Oaks Park, for example, should be made. (From last meeting, it is obvious the group does not favor removal of the hockey rink from Carnelian and therefore, the recommendation there is to strike this portion from the "working proposal After discussion of any of the special issues addressed on the agenda or issues you feel are of concern, the Task Force will then do an analysis and discussion of what might be missing, what needs additional considera- tion, and an analysis of the Phase I and Phase II approach to parks develop- ment. If we are able to accomplish this task, the focus of discussion will turn to individual members feelings as well as the group's reaction to the advancement of a recommendation to the Council /Parks and Recreation Commission on a spring parks bond referendum. We appreciate the fact that you are being called together to meet after only a brief respite from the meeting this past Monday, but we feel the informa- tion that you have should remain fresh as we enter into the next phase of discussion. Should you have any questions over any of the material that has been pre- sented to date or you have any questions over the working proposal that was distributed at that meeting, please feel free to contact Ken Vraa at 454 -8100. CT /KV /js Encl. EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:00 P.M. MARCH 5, 1984 1. CALL TO ORDER 3. SPECIAL ISSUES AGENDA CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS 2. BACKGROUND ON PHASE I II; AN EXPLANATION OF A POSSIBLE TWO PART BOND QUESTION A. BLUE CROSS /BLUE SHIELD B. CAPRICORN BALL FIELDS (LIGHTS C. BUR OAKS PARK D. CARNELIAN 4. PHASE I; PHASE II ANALYSIS A. WHAT'S MISSING? B. WHAT NEEDS CONSIDERATION? C. WHAT FIGURE(S) FOR A BOND REFERENDUM? 5. SHALL THE CITY ADVANCE A PARK DEVELOPMENT BOND FOR THE SPRING OF 1984? MEMO TO: CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS FROM: KEN VRAA, DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION RE: FEBRUARY 27 TASK FORCE MEETING February 21, 1984 Enclosed with this memo is an agenda for the second meeting of the Task Force which is scheduled to meet on February 27 at 7:30 P.M. in the Municipal Center. Also included is some additional informational items for your review. The first of these items is taken from the Systems Plan Study which identifies the classification system for parks. The second attachment is a chart on standards /deficiencies which reviews the standards for facilities and the demand for those factors in 1982 and projected 1990. This chart also shows the shortfalls in providing these facilities for 1982 and 1990. The third item of information is entitled "Guidelines These guidelines suggest planning approaches to how acquisition and development of neighbor- hood and community parks should be viewed. These guidelines set a framework for the City in establishing priorities for both development and acquisition of its parks in the years ahead. The fourth and final inclusion in this packet is entitled "Definitions These definitions relate to financing_methods and the understanding of a capital improvements planning program. The understanding of these definitions will assist you as the Task Force discusses financing methods. You are reminded that if you are unable to attend the meeting on the 27th, it would be most helpful if you would contact the Parks and Recreation Office. Respe t;% 11 /submitted, en Vraa KV /js Encl. P.S. This time I promise to have coffee and cookies upon your arrival. AGENDA CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS EAGAN, MINNESOTA EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:30 P.M. FEBRUARY 27, 1984 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. QUESTIONS 3. STANDARDS AND DISTRIBUTION 4. GUIDELINES FOR ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT 5. "IMMEDIATE PRIORITIES" A. ACQUISITION B. DEVELOPMENT 6. PARK PLANS 7. FINANCING METHODS 8. THE "WORKING PROPOSAL" 9. ADJOURNMENT STANDARDS/DEE'ICIENCIES STANDARD 1982 1982 1990 SHORTFALL FACILITY (1 PER. x RES.) 'EXISTING* DEMAND DEMAND 1982/1990 TENNIS 1,750 10 14 21 4/11 SOFTBALL 2,000 10 12 19 2/9 HOCKEY 3,000 5 8 12 3/7 SOCCER 5,000 2 5 7.5 3/6 BASEBALL 8,000 0 3 5 3/5 Not including sub standard facilities (Based on population of 25,000 for 1982 and projected 37,500 for 1990). Current "developed" parkland for City: 127 acres Current "developed" parkland per 1,000 pop: 5 acres 5 acres per 1,000 population is about 1/2 of suggested national standard of 10 to 15 acres per thousand population. classification system minipark neighborhood park In the Inventory and Analysis Section of this document, the existing classification system for local parks is identified (page C -24). The planning process seems to indicate a need for several revisions to that system. These changes are caused by the need to clarify uses and facilities which may be found at park sites, and the characteristics which the park sites should possess to fulfill those use expectations. This revised classifica- tion system is shown on the following page (Chart H -3). To further amplify the implications of the classification system, the most common park types are defined. These are park sites for local recreation which are not large enough to be a complete Neighborhood Park. The minipark may either serve a smaller service area or provide only a limited number of facilities. The site must be useable for its intended purpose and is not intended to be a "catch all" classification. The typical minipark provides very limited and basic facilities such as play equipment or an open field games area. Several miniparks within a park service area could collectively be considered as a neighborhood park if each of the miniparks contained one or more of the necessary components of a complete neighborhood park. There is no requirement for miniparks, that is, ideally a city would have no miniparks. They are only provided when there is a park need in an area which cannot be fulfilled in any other way. These are park sites designed primarily for local recreational activities on a park service area basis. Neighborhood parks are the bask unit in the park system and will be the most common type of park found. Facilities provided in the basic neighborhood park are a 250' x 250' open field game area, paved hard courts games area and trails, play equipment facilities for preschool and elementary age children and a passive or natural area. Optional facilities which may be found here are: improved ballfields, soccer fields, tennis courts, hockey and skating rinks, and parking. The optimal service area is usually within a 1/2 mile radius and that service area should not extend beyond major barriers to COMPONENT USE SERVICE AREA SITE SITE ATTRIBUTES ISITE LOCATION Mini Park Serves a concentrated paps lotion, specific age group, or provides only limited facilities an a local basis. Typically mini parka provide only are or two basic foci- lilies such as play equipment, open Field games area, of a short trail. Serves a small ter- vice area, usually less than 1/4 mile radius, population served is at least 500 residents. Size varies but useable area is typically 1 to 4 acres. Sons portion of the site must be suitable for the specific use which required the site. High density neighborhoods where typical private yards do not exist. May be in location such as apartment complexes, townhouse developments or commercial centers. (Cry juris- diction or private) Neighborhood Area for local reereatiarnl activities sits as a 250' x 250' open field games area, paved hard carts games area, hails, play equipment for pre school once elementary age children once a passive or natural area. Optional Optimal service .ma is usually within a 1/2 mile radius. Service should not extend beyond major barrios to access. 2,000 to 5,000 population served. 10 acre minimum; is typically 10 to 12 ones but may be as Inge as 20 acres. Physiography suited for intense develop- mint. Some natural ameni- ties an de- sirable but not required. Must have at least 80' of frontage on a public sheet. Accessible to intended service area. More active parka need better access to collector shorts. Park Play- grand (City jerks- diction) facilities may include ion- proved balifields, soccer fields, tennis courts, hockey rinks, skating rinks and parking facilities. Coormunity Competition level facilities for programoble recreation on a multi- neighborhood or city -wide basis. Foci- lilies typically include softball fields, a baseball field, soccer or football fields, multiple tennis courts and hockey plus skating rinks. Also needed- parking areas and toilets. A city -wide service area is involved; but optimally o 2 mile radius skald be strived for. Size may be from 10-60 acres. 3 acres per 1,000 papule.. tion. Physiography suited for intense development. Best located near major thorough fares to not adversely inspect local residents with traffic. Athletic ie (City juris- diction) Community Area of natural or ornamental quality for outdoor retie- Hon such as: walking, view- ing, sitting, picnicking; could have sane field and court games. A city -wide service area. 25 to 100 acres; 5 acres per 1,000 papule- lion. Complete natural setting contig- uas to water bodies or water courses where possible. Where natural resourn aa- curs par- titularly water Paris (City juris- diction) Linear Paris Area developed for modes of recreational travel, i.e., biking, hiking, equestrian, x -country skiing, it al Use for entire community may involve other communi- ties. Length depends on travel made and purpose. Sufficient width length to accomplish purpose Sauld be consistent w /hawk intended. Should utilize util- ity corridors, natu- ral or existing trails. When service pro vided to user desired destine- tion. (City, Caney or State juris- diction) Historic Park Areas which preserves, maintain interprets buildings, sites eb- jean of historical and archeological significance Total community Sufficient area to snowman facility or resource. Historically signs- ficant represents broad cultural, poll- tical, economic or social history; associated with historical Figure, architectural specimen, major archeological site. Large enough to protect all signi- ficant resources. Where resaree occurs. Where event attuned. sal Use Area providing specialized or single purpose retrea- tiorol activities such as; golf courses, nature urn- ten, marinas, zoos, corn" servatories, arboretum, arena, gun ads. Total community Specific standard applicable to desired ores. Appropriate to particular special use. Site when needed and appropriate. School Park Area that the recreational park reeds of I ed immediate sad or caner Depends on classifico- tion of park Bevel- aped. 10-40 acres (Depends an alas- sificatien) Physiography suited for intense de- velapsrent Adjacent to school structure. Regional Park Area of natural ar ornamental quality for nature-oriented outdoor recreation such as picnicking, swimming, skiing, hiking camping. Criteria establishd by State and County Govern- meats o xaE iSi l b otoo E Criteria established by State and County Governments Criteria estab- fished by State and County Governments (State our County juris- diction) CHART H -3 PROPOSED CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM community athletic field community park access. The park size must be 4 acres as a minimum, is typically 8 to 12 acres but may be as large as 20 acres to satisfy local needs (based on population and site useability). On the following page, a "model" neighborhood park is illustrated (Figure H -1). In actual application, the parcel shape, size, adjacent uses, topography and local input on site planning could change the facilities and layout. Conceptually, the graphic illustrates a good general re- lationship between activities and the spatial requirements for a neighborhood park. Community athletic fields provide competition level facilities for programable recreation on a multi neighborhood or city- wide basis. Because the users of the facilities may come from beyond a walking range, parking areas and toilets are necessary. These sites should be totally useable and be easily graded into playable gradients. The facilities typically in- cluded at a community athletic field could include combina- tions of the following: softball fields, baseball field, soccer or football fields, multiple tennis courts, and hockey plus skating rinks. These sites should have direct access to a major thoroughfare. The size can be from 10 to 60 acres, with the larger sites usually being more desirable because support facilities are most economically added and tournament type competition can be scheduled at a larger site. Generally, the City should be providing 3 acres of useable athletic field land per 1,000 residents based on this classification system. Community parks provide passive recreation based on natural site amenities such as a lake or wooded area. The intensity of use varies from nature interpretation to swimming beaches and picnic areas; but in all conditions some use is intended. (This can be compared to outlots or private open space sites where no human uses are encouraged and support services are intentionally omitted.) Associated within a community park may be some local recreational opportunities (play equipment, etc.) or some facilities which are not oriented toward the natural resource but which do support other activities in the park. A typical example would be where a small ballfield is provided in support of large group use of a picnic area. Community parks in Eagan should be comple- mentary to the natural resource based facilities in the Lebanon Hills Regional Park and those available in Fort Snelling State Park. The City will still have a need for picnic facilities, water based recreation, and nature interpretation on a local level. This classification should be utilized where the land parcel is acquired for the specific purpose of accommodating some type of trail experience, especially if the width of the corridor substantially exceeds the immediate needs of the trail function and includes natural amenities. Occasionally, as the community developes its park system, an unusual or unique facility will be built at a site which specifically serves only that purpose. These types of park sites can best be termed "special use" sites. There are no standards or requirements on special use sites except that they must serve the intended purpose and that they are a community wide resource. Possible facilities which might be classified as such are: boat access or fishing on lakeshores, a swimming pool site, ice arena, or any other singular and special facility. Eagan has a very rich history when compared to many other Minnesota communities. It's location near the confluence of the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers made the area a logical focus for activity. Records suggest that many Indian mounds, Indian settlements and early wagon trails were located in Eagan; barely traces now remain. Only the land itself remains as any record of the earliest history. The oldest of the city's landmarks, resulting from settlement by whites, are well over 100 years old and date back to the mid 1800's. Fort Snelling, built in the 1820's, was only a ferry boat ride away and provided security for the early pioneers. Park sites in sections 4, 9, and 10 (Highview, Coachman, Pilot Knob, and Donnywood) are probably part of the homesteads of the earliest white settlers in Eagan (1851- 1854). By 1860, most of Eagan had been claimed by settlers, so all park sites potentially date back to about the same period. Of special note would be that the police station and new city hall site are located on the homestead of Patrick Eagan, after whom the city took its name. Patrick Eagan Park, just east of the Eagan estate, contains a house, parts of which are reported to date back to 1860. While the City has not designated any historic sites, the potential certainly is present. A special search might be undertaken to identify the sites of greatest significance and acquisition should be considered to protect the resource if necessary. Possible (nonspecific) sites worthy of preservation would be: 1. Any Indian mound or area of pre settler activity. 2. The site of old homesites (1851 -1865) where founda- tions, hedgerows, wells, windmills, etc. may still be evident. 3. The building area of a farmsite which flourished for more than 80 years, as an example of the basic develop- ment unit in Eagan over the bulk of its post settlement history. 4. Any intact building (home or business) which represents a restorable example of early Minnesota architecture. 5. Any location of historic significance because of an activity which occurred there. 6. A large, freestanding, specimen Burr Oak tree which could be preserved and protected commemorating the "Lone" Oak at Lone Oak Road and Highway 55. Historic park designation can be used as a secondary classification when that seems more appropriate. Certain existing park sites, of historic significance and at some future date, could be given a secondary classification as "historic" when special historic monumentation were provided. One additional park site classification is suggested, that of Conservancy. The Eagan park system contains several sites which do not conform well to any of the other categories. These sites do conform to a common description, so a "Conservancy" category is proposed allowing all sites to be covered under the classification system. Conservancy sites are those for which no use is intended, but where the natural amenities of the site shall be preserved. This contrasts with community parks which are also based on a natural resource, but where specific improvements will be provided to facilitate uses. Under most circumstances, the City should not actively seek conservancy sites. Land of this character is best left in private ownership or platted as outl ots H-13 C guidelines planning approach guidelines The park planning process must rely on the use of definitions, standards, special studies, etc. in its attempt to establish a park system which meets the local needs. The goal of this plan has been to provide a park system with equitable access to a balanced range of recreational opportunities for all the citizens of Eagan. Since the monies necessary for site acquisition and facility development are limited, priorities based on the City's goals are necessary to establish equity in the distribution of park services. In developing guidelines for park acquisition and develop- ment, three principles govern. These are: demographics (the nature of the people), diversity (the range of services to be offered) and site suitability (the ability of a given site to provide for recreational opportunities). DEMOGRAPHICS Equity in park planning is dependent on the character of the City's population. Therefore, several guidelines for the acquisition of sites and the development of facilities fall under the topic of demographics. The three areas where demographics effect park planning are: Population Distribution. There is a direct relationship between population and park and recreation demand. Areas of the City which have more people have a greater demand for recreational facilities and space. In Eagan, the distribution of people is determined by Park Service Areas (PSA). Priorities for the acquisition of land and the development of facilities should reflect the distribution of population. Household Distribution. Different types of households require different types of recreational opportunities. A household of young unrelated adults has different recreational requirements than a young family household. The 1980 census categorizes the population of Eagan by household. In 1980, 5,231 (77 of Eagan's 6,824 households were occupied by families. 1,182 (17 were occupied by a single adult. Only 411 (6 were households of unrelated individuals. The priorities for the acquisition of land and the development of facilities should reflect the character of households. Family-oriented facilities and parks should be a dominant characteristic of the initial park system. Age Characteristics. The distribution of age in Eagan is toward middle age and youth. Eagan is a community of young families. The median age is below the national average at 25.9 years. Less than 13% of the City's population is over 45. Only 2% of that is over 65. The priorities for the acquisition of land and the development of facilities should reflect the distribution of age. Facilities oriented to youth and young adults should be a dominant characteristic of the park system for at least the next 10 years. RECREATIONAL DIVERSITY On the same level of concern with demographics is establishment of recreational diversity. Provision of a broad range of facilities (diversity) is necessary to meet the equally diverse character and interests of the City's population. Therefore, a primary goal in the acquisition of sites and the development of facilities is the provision of recreational diversity. Recreational diversity relates to the demand for parks in three areas. Interest Distribution. In a population as large as Eagan's, there is a wide range of recreational interests. However, there are common denominators based on American and local culture. Interest is based on recognized recreational standards and perceived needs. This is discussed in the special use facilities section of this plan. The priorities for the acquisition of land and the development of facilities should reflect the distribution of local interests. Facilities of high interest should be a dominant characteristic of the initial park system. However, facilities with sustainable interest should also be represented based on demand. Sophistication Distribution. A particular recreational activity can be performed with facilities developed to different levels of sophistication (the same game of baseball can be played in a sand lot or the Minneapolis Metrodome). The facility's sophis- tication relates directly to user skill levels. Facilities should be provided at different levels of sophistication to supply a diverse range of recreational opportunities. The priorities for the acqui- sition of land and the development of facilities should create a diversity in facility sophistication. 1 -6 Seasonal Distribution. The bulk of municipal recreational activities are usually geared toward the May to September season. People need recreation on an all season basis. Facilities should be provided which expand the use of park and recreation facilities into the less used times of year. A facility or a mixture of facilities which could be used during many seasons increases the diversity of recreational oppor- tunities. The priorities for the acquisition of land and the development of facilities should create a diversity in seasonal use, providing late fall, winter, and early spring recreational opportunities. SITE SUITABILITY On the same level as demography and recreational diversity is site suitability. Equity in access and equity in recreational opportunity are both dependent on site suitability. Therefore, a critical element in the acquisition of new sites or the develop- ment of existing sites is the principle of site suitability. Site suitability impinges on the demand for parks in three areas. Land Type. Not all park land is suitable for all park activities. Facilities have particular siting requirements. To keep develop- ment costs down, land should be reasonably suitable for its intended use at the time it is acquired. Soil type, slope, vegetation and drainage should be considered to determine site suitability. Before acquisition or development occurs, satisfactory park site suitability must be verified. Since facilities cannot be built without a site, the acquisition of suitable types to meet demand is crucial Size. Facilities not only require a particular type of land, but they have spatial requirements as well The size of most park facilities can be preplanned. The quantity of park land to be acquired or developed should match the stated need. Again, since facilities cannot be built without a site, the acquisition of suitable acreages to meet demand is necessary. Access. Each of the various types of park have a different type of need for access. Neighborhood level facilities should be accessible to that neighborhood, while city oriented facilities have a Tess local orientation. Those access needs are identified in Chart H -3 (PRO- POSED CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM) under the column labelled "Site Location Appropriate access implies reasonable walking distances to park facilities at a neighborhood level, adjacent road systems capable of handling traffic caused by high use 1 -7 facilities, and on site parking to match anticipated needs. The preceding acquisition and development guidelines are purposefully general. By using the guidelines, however, significant implications are discovered for each of the four primary parks. NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS 1. Requires identification of appropriate facilities before acquisition to verify site suitability. 2. Requ ires acquisition before development. 3. Requires the analysis of the neighborhood population (by itself and compared to other neighborhoods). 4. Requires periodic ranking for acquisition and develop- ment based on neighborhood population. 5. Requires roughly similar bask facilities in all neighbor- hood parks (standard facilities on a standard site for a standard population). 6. Requires emphasis on facilities for youth. 7. Requires accessibility limited to neighborhood (preferably within 1/2 mile). 8. May require special trails to improve accessibility in some PSAs. COMMUNITY ATHLETIC FIELDS 1. Requires identification of desired facilities before acquisi- tion to verify site suitability. 2. Requires acquisition before development. 3. Requires use facility standards (the population required to support one facility) 1 -8 4. Requires periodic ranking for acquisition and development based on standards. 5. Requires emphasis on young adult and youth athletic facilities. 6. Requires different levels of facility sophistication and diversity in program activities. 7. Requires accessibility which is compatible with adjacent land uses. 8. Requires support facilities (parking, toilets, etc.). COMMUNITY PARKS 1. Requires identification of desired facilities before acquisition to verify site suitability. 2. Requires acquisition before development. 3. Requires acquisition of sites with significant natural beauty and suitability. 4. Requires sufficient diversity in facilities to interest total community use. 5. Requires estimation of public support since standards are not applicable. 6. Requires an orientation to family recreation. 7. Requires good accessibility. 8. Requires support facilities (water, toilets, parking, etc.) SPECIAL USE FACILITIES AND SITES 1. Requires identification of desired facilities to verify site suitabil ity. 2. Requires acquisition before development. 3. Requires estimation of public support since standards are not applicable. 1 -9 4. Requires sufficient diversity in facilities to interest total community use. 5. To encourage diversity and complement the orientation at other parks, special use facilities should attempt to reach segments of the community population not adequately reached by existing facilities. 6. Requires good accessibility, appropriate to the amount of use it is intended to provide. recommended procedure neighborhood parks Recommended procedures for the acquisition of sites and the development of facilities were constructed from the implica- tions the guidelines had imposed on the four primary parks. A Neighborhood Park includes bask facilities and may include optional facilities and even minor special facilities. The following procedures are recommended to secure equity in Neighborhood Park acquisition and development. The proce- dures are: 1. The recommended standard Neighborhood Park contains basic facilities and has approximately 10 acres for each 2,000 people in the PSA. 2. In PSA's without existing park sites, the sites should be acquired before a PSA population reaches 1,000. 3. The ranking for acquisition and development is determined by comparing population of the PSA against the other PSA's. 4. Bask facilities should be developed before optional facilities or minor special facilities. 5. It is recommended that sites remain relatively undeveloped until population in the PSA reaches 1,300 unserviced residents. 6. During the period from 1982 to approximately 1990, the PSA's should be altered to facilitate improvements at existing sites. These amendments effect PSA 9 and 1OW to provide facilities at Pilot Knob Park, 13 and 14 to allow development at Windtree, 26 and 27 to allow development at Wedgewood Park, and 33 and 34 to allow development at Ridgecliffe Park. These revised (interim) PSA's are shown in Figure 1 -1 on the followi -a 7. Neighborhood Parks shall enjoy a bias in the acquisition and development in comparison with other types of parks. A Community Athletic Field includes primarily scheduled facilities, but may include minor special facilities and major special facilities. The following five procedures are recom- mended to insure equity in the acquisition and development of Community Athletic Fields. The five procedures are: On a Citywide basis, the quantity of facilities needed should be determined by the recreation standards. Tennis courts Softball fields Ice Skating rinks Hockey rinks Soccer fields Baseball fields 1 per 1,750 residents 1 per 2,000 residents 1 per 3,000 residents (These may be provided in greater abundance) 1 per 3,000 residents 1 per 5,000 residents 1 per 8,000 residents 2. To allow time for acquisition to occur, it is recommended that the projected need for playfields be identified at least five years in advance. 3. Scheduled facilities should be developed before major special use facilities. 4. Diversity in facilities should be maintained by satisfying approximately similar levels of demand between facilities (i.e. softball should not be provided at 95% of the recommended standard white some other activity is only provided at 50 5. After facilities have been provided to approximately 75% of the estimated demand, the remaining should be provided for at a higher level of sophistication, perhaps for tourna- ment type use. A Community Park includes primarily related special facilities, but may include a few optional facilities. The following three procedures are recommended to insure equity in the acquisition and development of Community Parks. The three procedures are: 1-12 special use sites trails 1. If necessary, acquisition of unique useable natural sites enjoy a significant bias over other acquisition and development in the park system. 2. Acquisition and development must be based on an estima- tion of public support. 3. Family- oriented special facilities which are related to natural resources should be developed before major special use facilities. A special use site includes primarily major special use facilities. The following three procedures are recommended to insure equity in the acquisition and development of special use sites. 1. Acquisition and development must be based on an estima- tion of public support. Surveys, workshops, or studies should be undertaken to verify the public need for such facilities. 2. In the category of special use facilities which relate to scheduled athletic facilities; after athletic facilities have been provided to approximately 75% of the estimated demand, some of the remaining should be provided for at a higher level of sophistication. This could involve construction of a schedulable facility at a special use site which is ideally suited to this level of athletic field development. 3. Diversity should be encouraged. Select special uses which compliment other municipal programs. The development of recreational and access trails within the City should be an ongoing program. In many respects, trail prioritization and implementation can be considered separate from parks. Trail development often is more related to road construction, development activity and funding. Trail development should occur yearly with perhaps 1 to 11 miles of trails being built each year. definitions To better understand capital improvement planning and City finance, the following definitions have been pro- vided to clarify the following text of this section. ASSESSED VALUATION: A portion of the actual market value of a property to which the tax rate is applied to generate property tax. An assessment ratio is a percentage of the market value used to calculate a property's assessed value. BOND FINANCING: A borrower lender transaction used by municipalities for the purpose of financing the construc- tion of capital facilities expected to have a long useful life. Bond financing permits the taxes needed to pay for these facilities to be spread over the life of the facility. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM: A capital improve- ment program is a long range spending plan to guide the City's capital expenditures according to need and the City's ability to pay. The process of compiling capital projects, evaluating them, assigning priorities and scheduling their provision over a period of time is re- ferred to as capital improvement programming. CAPITAL OUTLAY: Capital expenditures used for physical facilities as opposed to operating costs and debt redemption. GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS: Debt financing instru- ment used for the purpose of financing the construction of capital facilities expected to have a long useful life. Debt redemption is paid through special assessments against property receiving benefit from the newly constructed facility. Payment of interest and principal for general obli- gation bonds are guaranteed by the "full faith and credit" or "full taxing powers" of the borrowing government. A referendum bond issue is a form of general obligation bonds by which voters decide if they want to accept this financing technique. LAWCON (LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION) FUND: A federal grant program available to municipalities through the state for planning, acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities. C MIL RATE (TAX RATE): Property tax rate determined by dividing the tax levy of the jurisdiction by the tax base of the jurisdiction. Tax rate is expressed in terms of mils or mil lage. A mil is equivalent to a rate of 1/10 of a percent, that is $1 tax l i a b i l i t y for each $1,000 of tax value. NET DEBT LIMIT: The State of Minnesota has established a maximum debt limit per community of 6 2/3% of the com- munity's total assessed valuation. The net debt limit is only applicable to general obligation bonds which are guaranteed by the "full faith and credit" of the community. OUTSTANDING BONDED INDEBTEDNESS: The City's current indebtedness created through the sale of bonds. REVENUE BONDS: A debt financing instrument used to finance the construction of capital improvements. Debt redemption is paid by the revenues to be collected through fees, rents, or charges imposed on the users of the facility financed through the sale of the bond. Revenue bonds are not guaranteed by the "full faith and credit "of the community, thus the interest rate charged on revenue bonds is consequently higher. SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS: The cost of any improvement, or any part thereof, may be assessed upon property benefitted by the improvement, based upon the benefits received, whether or not the property abuts on the improvement. The area assessed may be Tess than, but may not exceed the area proposed to be assessed or stated in the notice of hearing on the improvement. TAX BASE: The sum total of the assessed valuations of properties in a local jurisdiction. TAX LEVY: The amount of revenue to be collected through the property tax is called the tax levy. The levy is deter- mined through budget deliberations of local government authorities. After the budget is established which identifies the anticipated expenditures, public hearings are held and a decision on the size of the property tax levy for the coming fiscal year is made. J -3 EAGAN MUNICIPAL CENTER 7:30 P.M. FEBRUARY 6, 1984 AGENDA CITIZENS TASK FORCE ON PARKS EAGAN, MINNESOTA 1. CALL TO ORDER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TOM HEDGES, CITY ADMINISTRATOR 2. INTRODUCTION OF TASK FORCE MEMBERS 3. TASK FORCE OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 4. WORKING OF THE TASK FORCE; HOW DO WE FUNCTION? 5. OVERVIEW PARK SYSTEM PLAN 6. ESTABLISH MEETING DATES AND TIMES RAYMOND BOHN 1042 BEATRICE ST EAGAN, MN 55121 KAY CARNEY 1077 KEEFE ST EAGAN, MN 55121 PAUL USELMANN 3012 WOODLARK LA EAGAN, MN 55121 ROGER SWENSON 1325 JURDY ROAD EAGAN, MN 55121 TONY LANCETTE MARILYN LANCETTE 1720 CRESTRIDGE LA EAGAN, MN. 55121 JOANNE ALT DICK STARR 1758 BLUEBILL CIRCLE._ EAGAN, MN. 55122 JIM WILLIAMS 3770 LEXINGTON AVE SO EAGAN, MN 55121 LES HANSON 3900 PALISADE WAY EAGAN, MN 55122 SCOTT NELSON 3936 BLACKHAWK CIR EAGAN, MN. 55122 DICK PETTIT 3962 PERIDOT PATH EAGAN, MN 55122 JOE BOZICEVICH 1771 GABBRO TR EAGAN, MN 55122 SUE KIRK 2029 CARNELIAN LANE EAGAN, MN. 55122 GLENN JAMES 1787 BLUESTONE DR. E EAGAN, MN. 55122 DAVE KOMPELIEN CAROLYN KOMPELIEN 4055 HALITE LANE EAGAN, MN 55122 JUDY FORDE 4305 JASPER DR EAGAN, MN 55122 NORM BERG 4365 LODGEPOLE CT EAGAN, MN. 55123 CAROLYN THURSTON 4454 OAK CHASE WAY EAGAN, MN 55123 JOHN AYOTTE 4276 LYRA COURT EAGAN, MN 55123 GARY PIETIG 4523 OAK POND CIRCLE EAGAN, MN. 55123 LOIS VAN DYCK 4550 ACORN ST. EAGAN, MN. 55123 BILL JACKSON 1790 KARIS WAY EAGAN, MN. 55122