HomeMy WebLinkAbout06-21-11 PTRCChair:
Steve Scott (exp. 2011)
Committee Members:
Cindy Garretson (exp. 2011)
Don Kramlinger (exp. 2012)
n Messer ly (exp. 2012)
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Chuck Michaelson (exp. 2011)
Nancy O'Malley (exp. 2011)
John Peck (exp. 2013)
Harold Petersen (exp. 2013)
Rich Straumann (exp. 2013)
Council Liaison:
Ed Werner
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Recreation Corn m ittee
June 21 2011
Parks Tour - 5:45 p.m.
Meet at City Hall
1245 W. Highway 96
Arden Hills, MN 55112
651.792.7800
www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
City Vision
A strong community that values our unique environment, our fiscal soundness,
and our tradition as a desirable city in which to live, work, and play.
Agenda
CALL TO ORDER — City Council Chambers
1. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
2. MINUTES
A. May 17, 2011 Regular Meeting
3. NEW BUSINESS
A. Park Tour
B. Other New Business
ADJOURN
NEXT MEETING:
Tuesday, July 12, 2011 - All Committee BBQ
Agenda Item 2A:
Minutes for Approval: May 17, 2011
DEN HILLS
Approved: May 17, 2011
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 17, 2011
ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL
CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Chair Scott called the May 17, 2011, meetin g of the Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee to
order at 6:30 p.m.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Steve Scott, Committee Members Nancy O'Malley, John Peck,
Don Messerly, Harold Petersen, Rich Straumann, and Chuck Michaelson. Phil Kramlinger arrived
late.
Committee member O'Malley left the meeting early.
OTHERS PRESENT: Park and Recreation Manager Michelle Olson.
ABSENT: Committee Members Cindy Garretson and Council Liaison Ed Werner.
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Committee Member Messerly motioned to approve the agenda, seconded by
Committee Member Peck. The motion carried unanimously (7 -0).
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — April 19, 2011
Committee Member O'Malley indicated that under Section 3A the word agri -line should be changed
to agri -lime and Committee Member Petersen indicated the word "brought" should be added in the
3rd paragraph under Section 5B so the sentence reads ".... .purchase and it will be brought to
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Council for approval at their next meeting."
MOTION: Committee Member Peck motioned to approve the April 19, 2011, minutes as
amended seconded by Committee Member Petersen. The motion carried
unanimously (7 -0).
3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Facility Fee Discussion
1&2 Youth & Adult Fees
Ms. Olson indicated that at the Joint Cit y Council PTRC work session discussion took
place on whether the City should charge fees and also looked at park rental fees. They
asked the PTRC to review fees and bring back a recommendation. Staff looked at the
impact of adding fees for field use. Ms. Olson indicated she e- mailed all the associations
on their thoughts about the fees.
Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 17, 2011
Page 2
Another item of discussion was the $8,000 that NSSA was willing to donate for an
irrigation project at Hazelnut and the idea of donations in lieu of user fees.
Committee Member Peck asked what kind of budgets they are looking at for park
maintenance.
Committee Member Peck questioned whether the City was putting more money into the
fields as a result of additional wear. Ms. Olson indicated that the more use each field
gets, the more repair and maintenance is needed. Having fees associated with the park,
it would assist in managing what activity happens on each field.
Committee Member Messerly questioned if Northwestern and Bethel capture revenues by
organizing intramurals and then using the City's parks. He felt that if they are generating
revenue and it is costing the City money for allowing those groups to use the fields, then
maybe a flat seasonal fee should be charged. Ms. Olson indicated she believes
Northwestern and Bethel are only charging enough to cover their costs and not as a
revenue generator.
Committee Member Peck questioned how much administrative expense the City will
incur by collecting these fees. Ms. Olson did not think the adult fees would increase the
workload or require additional staff since she already has to work with them, but did feel
the youth activities might be a little more challenging.
Committee Member O'Malley indicated she would prefer not to charge for youth activity
and would just like the associations to make a donation each year in proportion to their
use. Ms. Olson indicated there would have to be some sort of guideline on how much
each group donated. Committee Member Peck agreed.
Committee Member Kramlinger felt something should be charged since there was
maintenance involved. Discussion ensued on possibly charging for the permit as
opposed to having the permits free.
Committee Member Michaelson felt that the users would have a different appreciation
for a field they pay a fee for and also agreed that a fee should be charged.
Committee Member O'Malley asked what a reasonable charge would be. Ms. Olson
provided what the other cities charge and that most charge more for adults because their
activity tends to be rougher on the fields. Discussion ensued on whether to charge hourly
and possibly $20 in 2 -hour blocks.
MOTION: Committee Member O'Malley moved seconded by Committee Member Peck that the
committee recommend to Council the City not charge a youth fee but that the City
ask the youth associations for an annual fee, averaging out to $5.00 per field per day
and that for the adult fees the City charge $20 for a 2 -hour block for intramural or
team use. The motion carried unanimously (8 -0)
Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 17, 2011
Page 3
3. Park Rental Fees
Ms. Olson provided attachment (D) showing what 11 various cities charge for park
rental. She pointed out that all cities do charge some kind of fee. Ms. Olson indicated
the biggest problem with rentals is defining between non - profit and profit.
Discussion took place on how park rental fees are collected.
The committee was in agreement on eliminating the resident non - profit and other non-
profit category and just leaving the resident and non - resident fee.
Chair Scott asked if the fees were adequate to cover the set up and administrative fees.
Ms. Olson felt the fees did cover all costs involved.
MOTION: Committee Member Michaelson moved seconded by Committee Member Peck that
the committee recommend to Council the City eliminate the non - profit fees and
charge park rental fees according to resident or non - resident. The motion carried
unanimously (8 -0)
B. Newsletter Articles
Ms. Olson indicated that Committee Member Messerly submitted a Garden Club article for the
June newsletter and wanted to know how the committee wanted to proceed regarding future
articles.
Committee Member O'Malley suggested that as a committee they take turns writing the
articles.
Discussion ensued on how often the committee would submit articles, the deadline for the
articles, length of articles, and types of article. Ms. Olson indicated the Communications
Committee suggested the PTRC do an article about the 4 -year bench implementation plan.
Committee Member Peck indicated that for July the committee could submit something about
the Bench Donation Program. Another suggestion was an article about the parks after the
PTRC takes their park tour. Ms. Olson indicated the July article would be due by June 1 and
should be one or two paragraphs.
Committee Member Michaelson volunteered to do the Bench Implementation Plan article for
July and will have to Chair Scott by June 1.
Mr. Messerly volunteered to do a future article on the Founding of Crepeau Preserve and
Committee Member O'Malley indicated she would do an article on the park tour.
Ms. Olson indicated she would draft a list of their ideas and then they could decide who would
be responsible for each article at the next meeting and lay out a schedule.
Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 17, 2011
Page 4
C. Other Unfinished Business
None
4. NEW BUSINESS
B. Capital Improvement Program 2012 -2016
Ms. Olson informed that she included a listing of the CIP projects for 2012 -2016 and the next
step will be for Council to review the projects. She recapped some of the things that are
included every year like the basketball /tennis court rehabilitation and the park bench
implementation. One item she added for discussion for 2012 was the Mounds View High
School Trail Connection. She added this because last year students signed a petition on trying
to get a trail from the bridge on New Brighton to Mounds View High School. Ms. Olson had
engineering look at the project and it came to over $100,000 because of the grade and drainage
issues. The suggestion was given to the petitioner, since it serves the school district as well, to
see if the school district would cost share with the City. Ms. Olson informed that Council did
bring this up at a worksession and would like the PTRC to weigh in on whether they think it is
a high priority and if it should be looked at more. Discussion ensued on the issue and the
committee members were in consensus to leave in the CIP for 2012. Ms. Olson suggested
indicated that the addition of the library may create more pedestrian/bike traffic and the trail
connection would be beneficial.
Ms. Olson indicated that another item that was added for 2011 -2016 was the Forestry
Implementation Plan and that this will include doing an inventory of all trees in the City and
extra funding each year for tree removal and replacement. She stated that Superintendent
Mooney came up with a great idea of using the simple tree software which will allow the
forester to determine the type of tree, size, condition of the tree, and map the tree by merely
pointing at it. This will also help track the diseased trees.
Ms. Olson also stated that per suggestion of the Council they have put $5,000 aside each year
for park amenities which will be used towards purchase of picnic tables in 2011. The
consensus of the committee was that was an appropriate amenity purchase for 2011.
Ms. Olson informed that she and Public Works Director Maurer are working on a trail
maintenance plan. The trail rehabilitation fund will be used for trails that need to be
reconstructed or resurfaced. She reiterated that even if the funding is in the CIP she will still
need to bring to Council for approval to justify what will be spent.
Ms. Olson stated that for the Hazelnut irrigation the City's contribution would amount to
around $18,000 and NSSA had agreed to contribute $8,000 with the stipulation the irrigation is
done in 2012. This irrigation project would include the soccer field around the pavilion and
also the ballfield /outfield.
Ms. Olson asked if there was anything they would like added in the CIP for 2012 or anything
that they felt should be eliminated. She will be bringing this to Council in June. The members
indicated they would like to use the $5,000 for park amenities for trail signage in 2012.
Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 17, 2011
Page 5
Ms. Olson indicated that for 2013 the projects were basically the same because they are annual
projects, but she did include the West Round Lake Trail; however, there is an easement issue
because they need to get an easement through Deluxe.
Ms. Olson pointed out that the projects listed under 2014 -2016 are just placeholders and that
the main focus is on the current two years.
Discussion ensued about the trails and it was decided to move the 2014 Snelling Avenue
Regional Trail up to 2013 in place of the West Round Lake Road Trail.
Ms. Olson indicated that the 2015 County Road E Trail might possibly be moved up to 2014 if
the City decides to advance construct. She stated she only included this in 2015 since that is
when Mn/DOT is funding.
Ms. Olson also informed the committee members that the first playground structure
replacement would be in 2016 for Perry Park.
D. Other New Business
None
5. REPORTS
A. City Council Report
Ms. Olson gave a brief report in Council Liaison Werner's absence. She informed the
committee that there is a proposal for the old Holiday Inn site for a Senior Assisted Living
facility and there will be some park dedication fee proposals for that site.
Ms. Olson indicated that Arden Plaza has a concept of having a CVS where the pod buildings
are on County Road E and that this will be coming to Council.
B. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Report
Ms. Olson indicated that six seasonal employees will be starting in Public Works.
She also indicated the parks have new recycle bins because of a St. Paul /Ramsey County
Health Department grant. All recycle bins were free with the idea that the City would collect
the recyclables and encourage recycling throughout the community.
Ms. Olson informed that she continues to work on "Celebrating Arden Hills" and will doing a
similar setup as last year where they will have events at Tony Schmidt but instead of
partnering with Presbyterian Homes they will be partnering with Bethel University to do an art
display. So far, $6,700 has been received in sponsorships.
Parks, Trails & Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes May 17, 2011
Page 6
6. NEXT MEETING
The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 21, 2011, at 5 :45 p.m., and will consist of the
park tour.
7. ADJOURNMENT
Committee Member Peck moved to adjourn, seconded by Committee Member Michaelson.
The meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Agenda Item 3A:
Park Tour Memo & Evaluation Forms
EN HILLS
MEMORANDUM
DATE: June 21, 2011
TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee
FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager
SUBJECT: Park Tour
Background
The PTRC last toured the parks in 2009. Staff has produced evaluation forms for each park for
the members to fill out and comment on. Each evaluation form includes recent work done at
the park and proposed or future work being considered or done. After the tour, staff will
compile all of the results and bring back to the committee for discussion and review.
Schedule
• City Hall — Approve agenda and May meeting minutes
• Cummings — 1220 Wyncrest Court
• Ingerson — 3255 North Lexington Ave.
• Crepeau Nature Preserve — 1145 Benton Way
• Johanna Marsh — 3168 Ridgewood Road
• Freeway — 1370 West County Road E
• Lindey's — North Snelling and County Road E
• Arden Oaks —1413 Arden Oaks Drive
• Sampson —1900 Lake Lane
• Hazelnut — 3301 New Brighton Road
• Perry Park — 3 700 New Brighton Road
• Valentine Park — 1650 Lake Valentine Road
• Arden Manor — 4601 Prior Avenue
• Royal Hills — 4375 Snelling Avenue
• Floral — 1423 West Floral Drive
Discussion
If any committee members cannot make the tour, staff is asking that they conduct the tour on
their own time. Park evaluation forms can be turned into staff immediately following the tour
or if extra time is needed, please turn forms into staff by July 12, 2011 so that all of the results
can be tallied and results compiled.
06212011 Park Tour. doc
�iI�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: CUMMINGS PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Tennis court /basketball courts were
reconstructed in 2008 — Old Warming house building was moved to Hazelnut in summer of
2008 — Mulch was added to play structure area in 2009 — park signs were repainted in 2009
Irrigation - 2010. Full fertilizer program started - 2011. New bathroom partitions - 2011
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Playground Mulch will be replenished in June /July 2011.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�iI�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: INGERSON PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was painted summer, 2009.
Basketball Court was reconstructed and resurfaced in 2010. Outdoor bathroom added to park
In 2011.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Playground mulch is scheduled to be added in 2012.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Pase 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: CREPEAU NATURE PRESERVE
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Two of the main trails were wood chipped in
spring of 2008 — Park sign(s) was painted in the summer of 2009. Park Benches were added in
2011 as part of an Eagle Scout project.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
The wood foot bridge will have the deck reconstructed as part of an Eagle Scout project.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�` I�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: JOHANNA MARSH
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was installed in spring of 2009.
Tennis court was resurfaced in summer of 2008 — trees were trimmed all around the tennis court.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Bench is /will be added in 2011 as part of bench implementation program.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVER
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�` I�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: FREEWAY PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was repainted in 2009.
Basketball Court was resurfaced in fall 2009 /spring 2010. Playground mulch was replenished
in spring of 2010.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Park swing that was damaged removed and replaced with regular park bench in 2011. One
park bench added as part of bench implementation in 2011.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVER
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�fi` DI�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: LINDEY'S PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: (4) Park benches were added in 2009 as
part of an Eagle Scout Project. Bocce Golf Course was removed in 2010 with the PMP project.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVERO
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: ARDEN OAKS PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Playground Mulch added July, 2009
Park sign was repainted summer of 2009. Basketball Court was resurfaced in 2011.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Playground mulch will be replenished in 2012.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVER
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�iIEN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: SAMPSON PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was painted this summer, 2009.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Basketball court will be reconstructed and resurfaced in June, 2011.
Playground mulch will
be replenished in 2011 or 2012.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3
4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3
4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3
4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVER
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�I�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: HAZELNUT PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK:
Tennis and Basketball Courts resurfaced in 2008 — PTRC buckthorn removal projects
in 2010 — ball field fence tops installed summer 2009
Park signs repainted in summer of 2009. Playground mulch replenished in July of 2010.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
The church property adjacent to the park is being purchased by City — 2011. Irrigation is
proposed for all fields and landscaped areas in 2012.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
OVER
Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
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EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: PERRY PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: New Picnic Tables in 2010 and 2011.
Caps for ball field fence tops installed in 2009 — Park sign was repainted in 2009.
Trail down to the Tony Schmidt Elmer L. Andersen Mem. Trail completed in 2010.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Would like to add outfield and /or sideline fencing on Perry #3. It is not in budget or CIP at
this time.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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4. Trails (condition)
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5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
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6. Park signage
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7. Natural beauty
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8. Overall appearance
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9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: VALENTINE PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was painted in 2009.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
City is in process to work w/ residents to design park improvements in 2011 or spring of 2012.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1
2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1
2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1
2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
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5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
2
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5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
2
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5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
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5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: ARDEN MANOR
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign painted in 2009
Playground mulch added in July of 2010.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Basketball Court Resurface in progress
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
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2
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5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
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N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
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Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: ROYAL HILLS PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Park sign was painted in 2009.
Bathroom Enclosure built in 2011 - Eagle Scout Project. Playground mulch was replenished
in 2010. Garden above retaining wall is being transitioned to wild area. Ball field benches
replaced in 2011.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Bench Repair for bench above tennis court on hill. Added bench (2011)near play structure as
part of the bench implementation program.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
4
5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
2
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5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
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N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
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5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
1
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5
N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
�SI�EN HILLS
2011
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE
PARK EVALUATION FORM
A.
PARK LOCATION: FLORAL PARK
B.
RECENT IMPROVEMENTS TO PARK: Playground mulch was added in July of 2009
Park sign(s) was repainted in summer of 2009.
C.
FUTURE IMPROVEMENTS SCHEDULED FOR PARK:
Basketball Court and Tennis Court are scheduled to be resurfaced in 2012. Playground mulch
is scheduled for replenishment in 2012. Park bench added in 2011 as part of bench impl. plan.
Please rank the park on the following scale:
1— Poor
2 — Below Average
3 — Average
4 — Above Average
5 — Outstanding
1. Variety of Park Amenities 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
2. Condition of Amenities (tennis courts, buildings, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
3. Park upkeep (mowing, trimming, etc...) 1 2 3 4 5 N/A
Comments:
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Park Evaluation Form Page 2
4. Trails (condition)
1
2
3
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5
N/A
Comments:
5. Adequate resting benches /resting spots
1
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5
N/A
Comments:
6. Park signage
1
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5
N/A
Comments:
7. Natural beauty
1
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5
N/A
Comments:
8. Overall appearance
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N/A
Comments:
9. Final comments — suggestions for improvements:
Other Attachments:
1. Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Agenda — June 8, 2011
2. Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Minutes — April 13, 2011
1) CALL TO ORDER
2) APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 2011
4) REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR TURTLE LAKE COUNTY PARK
5) OVERVIEW OF THE RAMSEY COUNTY MAPPING PORTAL
6) REVIEW OF THE WAYFINDING SYSTEM
7) SCHEDULE OF SUMMER TOUR
8) DIRECTOR'S REPORT
9) REPORT FROM CHAIR AND OTHER COMMISSION MEMBERS
10) ADJOURNMENT
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The regular meeting of the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission was
called to order by Chair Pederson at 6:00 p.m., at Ramsey County Parks and
Recreation Department, 2015 North Van Dyke Street, Maplewood, Minnesota.
Members Present: Jack Ditmore, Deb Falkowski, Gale Pederson, Candy Petersen,
Bryan Shirley, Richard Straumann
Members Absent: Phil Jenni, Brian Tempas
Staff Present: Greg Mack, Scott Yonke, Jody Yungers, Connie Bernardy
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Mr. Straumann moved, seconded by Mr. Ditmore, that the agenda of the Parks and
Recreation Commission be approved as mailed. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Chair Pederson asked for a motion to approve the minutes of March 9, 2011. Ms.
Falkowski moved, seconded by Mr. Straumann, that the minutes of March 9, 2011 be
approved as mailed. Motion carried.
ACTIVE LIVING RAMSEY COMMUNITIES! (ALRC) REPORT
Connie Bernardy and Jody Yungers distributed the ALRC work program. Connie
Bernardy is the ALRC Coordinator. The Initiative was first funded through Blue Cross
Blue Shield in 2004. In 2005, community surveys were conducted (1 in St. Paul and 1
in suburban Ramsey County) as a means to determine how physically active people are
in Ramsey County. Jan Parker has been the champion for the program from its
inception.
ALRC is mission focused to enhance infrastructure, transform systems and change
policies to make it safer for people to bike or walk.
Specific programs of ALRC include:
• Be Active, Be Green initiative.
• 1,000 Benches Program redesign.
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• Snelling Avenue resurfacing will include ALRC amenities.
• Currently working with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn /DOT) to
incorporate benches and other amenities into road construction projects
• Minnesota Multimodal Transportation Initiative.
• Green Corps Member Initiative is assisting with Snelling Avenue project Union
Depot and White Bear Lake active living campaign, part of which is restriping
Highway 96 to include 5 -foot shoulders for bikers and walkers. White Bear Lake
will be a Green Step City.
• Active Minds, Active Bodies. Physical activity and healthy eating books for
children at libraries.
• Active living infusion for Ramsey County employees. The Ramsey County
Sheriffs Department, WIC and Ramsey County Community Human Services are
scheduled to get equipment, create space and implement policies that encourage
physical activity.
• Creating a map portal that includes 59 data layers so specific recreation
amenities can be easily found throughout the County.
• Advertising of active living opportunities through social media such as Twitter and
Facebook.
• Working with a consultant for to improve the marketing and promotion of Parks
and Recreation revenue - producing facilities.
• Updating the ALRC website.
BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK PICNIC SHELTER LOCATION AND DESIGN
Mr. Yonke presented a plan for construction of a new picnic shelter at Battle Creek
Regional Park. The new shelter will be built in the same location as the old dome
shelter. It is an elevated area with good visibility. Plans include providing a paved
connection to the new shelter from the parking lot and then wrap down to existing trail.
The new trail will be a maintenance connection and also meets accessibility criteria.
Other improvements include water and electrical service. The shelter will measure 40 x
40 foot and will be a prefabricated structure, but customized to tie in with the existing
elements in the park such as the Waterworks entrance arch and the pavilion ceiling. A
handicapped parking stalls with curb cut will also be installed. Construction will begin in
July with a two -month construction period.
Mr. Ditmore moved, seconded by Mr. Straumann, to recommend approval of the shelter
location and design. Motion carried.
TAMARACK NATURE CENTER UPCOMING EVENTS
• April 27th, 5:00 pm - ALRC bus tour and 7:00 pm volunteer recognition event
• April 29th, 3:00 pm - Partners soft opening for Destination for Discovery and tree
planting in recognition of Arbor Day
• April 29th, 6:00 -8:00 pm - kick off campaign to recruit volunteers as discovery
hosts for Destination for Discovery (tour, demonstrating interpretive values of
facility)
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• June 11th, 10:00 am — Grand Opening Ceremony. A week -long celebration kick
off begins. Nine days of special events.
REVIEW OF WAYFINDING SIGNAGE /LOOK AND FEEL
Ms. Yungers reported that she and Mr. Yonke have been working with a consultant to
create a draft wayfinding plan for the parks system. The plan consists of three tiers.
The first tier are kiosks at primary entrances and would include a map, park rules, key
features and a "you are here" indicator, the second tier are orientation signs and the
third tier are trail posts with a map and directional symbols (for example, restrooms or
beaches) with arrows.
The Parks Commission reviewed the plan and Mr. Shirley commented that perhaps
orientation signs are not necessary. Kiosks at major parking lots and trail posts
throughout the park should be sufficient. There was general agreement with Mr.
Shirley's suggestion among the Parks Commission members.
DIRECTOR'S REPORT
Mr. Mack reported:
• There was a bill in the house that would have cancelled all capital bond projects
that were not committed. Ramsey County Parks and Recreation projects in the
last bonding bill include the Keller Regional Park picnic shelters, Battle Creek
Regional Park shelter and construction of a trail connection near Grass Lake
from Gramsie Road to County Road F. All will be committed before July 1, 2011.
• Appropriation of legacy funding. The state and Metro Regional Parks each
received 43% of the appropriation in the last biennium. The Governor has
proposed 42% for Metropolitan Regional Parks, 42% for State Parks and 16% for
a statewide regional park grant program. Ramsey County supports the
Governor's recommendation. There is a strong push by rural Minnesota to get a
larger share of the appropriation.
• Operations /maintenance for regional parks. The Governor proposed a 40%
reduction in the General Fund appropriation. The House proposed a 2%
reduction and the Senate proposed a 15% reduction. These reductions will
negatively impact regional park and trail services.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon appropriate motion, the meeting was adjourned.
Respectfully submitted,
Victoria Dahlquist
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