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i PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES January 13, 2009 Page 2 of 6 5. VALENTINE PARK DRAINAGE REPORT--Richard Hibbard and Todd Hubmer from WSB & Associates Inc. Ms. Olson explained the City Council directed staff to complete a drainage study for Valentine Park to further understand the issues surrounding the drainage in this neighborhood. She indicated WSB completed the drainage study and that Todd Hubmer was present to review the information with the committee. Mr. Hubmer presented the PTRC with background information on Valentine Park along with the current drainage report. He reviewed the existing storm sewer system and explained how current water flowed, indicating there is very little treatment to the water at this time before flowing into the lake. Mr. Hubmer stated there are a number of issues with Valentine Park at this time. He indicated the drainage ditch to the southwest corner was not adequate to handle the water flow and the ground elevation of the park was close to the normal water elevation and flood elevation of Valentine Lake. Mr. Hubmer stated there was not good drainage out of the system which was leaving water ponded in the park. Mr. Hubmer explained the parking lot was in poor condition due to the standing water and high water level. He indicated the amenities within the park are underutilized because they can't be used on a regular basis. Mr. Hubmer shared several photos with standing water throughout the park. He explained there was not enough elevation within the park to allow the water to drain to Valentine Lake. Councilmember Holmes questioned if valentine Park was supposed to be an overflow location for Valentine Lake. Mr. Hubmer indicated he reviewed floodplain documents and stated Valentine Park is not part of the lakes floodplain. Mr. Hubmer stated a public meeting was held on December 11, 2008 with eight or nine residents present for discussion regarding the park issues. He explained the residents were in favor of keeping the current ballfield as the greenspace was valued. Mr. Hubmer noted the play structure was due to be replaced in the near future. He added that the skating could be eliminated as well. Mr. Hubmer indicated the residents were in favor of the outdoor bathroom being enhanced or enclosed as well as adding a picnic shelter area for people to gather out of the sun. Mr. Hubmer then reviewed three Valentine Park options with the Committee. He stated additional information and exact park configurations will need to be decided before a final decision could be made, but that this would provide guidance for the design process. Mr. Hubmer stated the first thing that would need to be done would be to raise the grade of the park and provide proper drainage to allow the park to be used on a consistent basis while relocating the parking lot. He reviewed a revised layout of the park with its components for better form and function. Mr. Hubmer estimated Option I to cost roughly$208,000-260,000.