CCP 02-14-2000 - Laserfiche WebLink

Home Browse Search

ARDEN HILLS PLANNING COMMISSION - FEBRUARY 2, 2000 DRAFT 14 issue had been discussed by Ramsey County and added that within the County parks the speed limit is very strict. . Mr. Daryl Durheim, 1690 Lake Johanna Boulevard, asked how the security of the park will be handled. He was concerned about the buildings on the north side of the park which will be a distance from the road and hidden by trees. He noted that the road in this area had been chained off to keep people from driving on the trails. He asked how this will be addressed and what the general hours of operation will be. Mr. Mack stated that the road being referred to had not been gated due to activity, it had been gated because the area is not open during construction. He stated that permanent gate structures will be added in strategic locations within the park. Additionally, the Ramsey County Sheriff Department has committed to patrolling the park. Park Service Officers will secure the park buildings one-half hour after sunset and some security lighting will be provided. Mr. Mack stated that it has been his general experience that people have more respect for parks when they have been improved. Mr. Durheim asked if the proposed gates will be closed after sunset or only if there is a problem. Mr. Mack stated that the gate for the overflow boat launch parking lot will be locked when it is not needed. The gates to the north will only be locked if there is a problem. He indicated that any cars in the park after closing will be ticketed. Ms. Jaster stated that she liked the proposed buildings. She asked how the colors will bend with the setting. Mr. Hagen stated that the colors were still being developed and the intent was to reflect the warm colors of the park. Ms. Jaster stated that if the intent was to blend with the . surroundings, a red roof may not be the best choice. She was concerned that if the cedar wood under the roof is stained and becomes darker it will clash with the red roof. She asked if the proposed block will be impregnated with color and will not need to be painted. Mr. Hagen stated that this was correct. Ms. Jaster stated that a black roof may look better. Mr. Mack stated that the cedar wood will have a dense opaque stain. With regard to the color of the roof, he indicated that the red was a traditional color that will tie in with existing features at the lake. Ms. Jaster asked if the asphalt shingles will be made of recycled materials. She noted that some asphalt shingles were made from recycled tires and hold up well during hail storms. Mr. Hagen stated that most all asphalt shingles are made of recycled materials. Commissioner Sand asked what the bid and construction schedule will be if the proposal is approved. Mr. Mack stated that bids would be advertised in early March with contract awards in early April. Ramsey County intends to begin construction as soon as possible. Commissioner Sand confirmed that the park will be closed again this summer. Mr. Mack stated that this was correct, however, the boat launch will be fully accessible and temporary bathrooms will be open. Chair Erickson closed the public hearing at 9:37 p.m., as no one else wished to address the Planning Commission. Commissioner Sand asked if the construction will be completed this year in order for the buildings to be fully functional next spring. Mr. Mack stated that this was correct. e