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HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-20-12 PTRC Chair: Cindy Garretson(exp..2014) 1245 W. Highway 96 Committee Members: -ARZ N HILLS Arden Hills, MN 55112 Phil Kramlinger(exp.2012) _`�_� 651.792.7800 Don Messerly(exp.2012) www.ci.arden-hills.mmus Chuck Michaelson(exp.2014) Parks, Trails, a n d Nancy O'Malley(exp.2014) John Peck(exp.2013) Recreation Committee Harold Petersen(exp.2013) Steve Scott (exp.2014) March 20 2012 Rich Straumann(exp.2013) 7 Council Liaison: 6:30 p.m. Brenda Holden City Hall City Vision Arden Hills is a strong community that values its unique environmental setting, strong residential neighborhoods, vital business community, well-maintained infrastructure, fiscal soundness, and our long-standing tradition as a desirable City in which to live, work, and play. Agenda Call to Order 1. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA 2. MINUTES A. January 10, 2012 Regular Meeting 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. Joint Meeting Debrief B. Trail Signage C. Newsletter Article Assignments D. Other Unfinished Business 4. NEW BUSINESS A. Comprehensive Plan (2030) Discussion B. Park Bench Implementation Location Discussion C. Earth Clean Up Day—Tony Schmidt Park—Saturday, April 14—9:00 a.m. D. Other New Business 5. REPORTS A. City Council Report B. Public Works/Parks and Recreation Report 6. NEXT MEETING A. Tuesday, April 17, 2012 A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting. Azenda Item 2A ., Minutes for Approval: January 10, 2012 EN HILLS DRAFT CITY OF ARDEN HILLS PARKS, TRAILS AND RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY,JANUARY 10, 2012 ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL CALL MEETING TO ORDER Parks and Recreation Manager Michelle Olson called the January 10, 2012, meeting of the Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee to order at 6:34 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Committee Members Chuck Michaelson, Harold Petersen, Rich Straumann, Cindy Garretson, Phil Kramlinger, and John Peck. OTHERS PRESENT: Park and Recreation Manager Michelle Olson ABSENT: Committee Members Nancy O'Malley, Steve Scott, and Don Messerly and Council Liaison Ed Werner. 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA MOTION: Committee Member Peck motioned to approve the agenda seconded by Committee Member Garretson. The motion carried unanimously(6-0). 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES—December20,2011 MOTION: Committee Member Garretson motioned to approve the December 20, 2011, minutes, seconded by Committee Member Michaelson. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS A. 2012 Committee Chair Ms. Olson asked the members if anyone was interested in volunteering to be the Committee Chair for 2012. Ms. Garretson indicated she would accept the position of Chair and hopes she will do a good job. MOTION: Committee Member Peck motioned to nominate Cindy Garretson as Chair for the term of one year(2012), seconded by Committee Member Michaelson. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). B. 2012 Goal Setting Ms. Olson indicated she updated the draft of the 2012 goals with the goals that were suggested at the previous meeting and also removed the ones that had been accomplished in 2011. She recapped she sent out an e-mail asking the members to review the draft and bring any suggestions to the January meeting in preparation for the joint meeting on February 21. Committee Member Garretson suggested changing "buckthorn removal"to "other volunteer project days"under goal #9. Ms. Olson indicated that for goal#10,preparing monthly articles for the newsletter, she would again like to have a schedule of who would be responsible for Parks,Trails&Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes January 10,2012 Page 2 creating the article and would like to put this together at some point after their joint meeting. She indicated she was very impressed with everyone's articles. Ms. Olson stated that she added reviewing the need for bike racks in the park system as#3 under the 2012 goals and the need for an off leash dog area as#4 under the 2012 goals. Committee Member Peck suggested adding a goal about promoting a trail corridor from Hwy 51 to County Road 96 with the primary current focus being on County Road 51 to E and having this be in conjunction with the City's street rehabilitation project. He felt this segment should be the committee's highest priority since it is a dangerous road. Adding stop signs and reducing the speed limit on this corridor were also discussed but Ms. Olson indicated they would then need to work with the Ramsey County since it is a County road. Ms. Olson indicated she could check with the Public Works Director to see who they could advise of the PTRC's concerns about road safety. C. Trail Signage Discussion Ms. Olson indicated she has been talking with two companies for the signage. The sign companies do not have the same file formatting that the mapping person has,which will need to be worked out. She indicated she will wait to see if Council likes the overall concept before thinking further about which company to use and how to set up the mapping files. Ms. Olson asked that the committee identify what kind of sign they would like, how many signs they anticipate, what will be on the sign, and a ballpark idea of where to place the signs so they can present this information at the joint meeting. Committee Member Michaelson presented his concept on what material to use and how to construct the sign stands/frames. He indicated the construction would come to approximately $53 per sign and that assembly and maintenance of the stands could be a project for the Eagle Scouts. Committee Member Kramlinger suggested they modify this design to just a single post. The committee was also in favor of using a cedar post and having the Arden Hills logo included on the map. It was the consensus of the committee that they liked the 12 x 18 size maps and that the painted steel signs would be better than aluminum signs. The committee also decided that approximately 20-25 signs were needed and that they would provide the Council a couple examples of where they felt signs were needed, like on Stowe Avenue. Committee Member Peck asked if they could possibly get a prototype of the sign before the meeting and also a post. Committee Member Kramlinger stated that he could try to bring a sample. D. Other Unfinished Business None 4. NEW BUSINESS A. February 21, 2012 Joint Meeting Presentation Ms. Olson mentioned that she included slides from last year's work session and feels they can follow the same format by first stating the PTRC's purpose and mission and then following with the 2012 goals, getting comments and suggestions on each goal, and seeing whether Council supports the goal. Parks,Trails&Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes January 10,2012 Page 3 Ms. Olson indicated she would edit the Powerpoint based on this evening's discussion. She also indicated she would like the committee members to present the goals/discussion points to the Council. She asked if they were interested in meeting before the joint work session to review the Powerpoint and decide on who will present each topic. The committee decided to meet on Thursday, February 16, at 6:30 pm. Committee Member Peck asked if the Committee should recommend irrigation for Hazelnut Park. Ms. Olson indicated the irrigation project was already in the CIP for approximately $26,000 for both fields. However, she indicated there has been discussion about only irrigating the soccer field. After some discussion,the committee felt it wanted to emphasize irrigating both fields. MOTION: Committee Member Peck motioned that the PTRC suggest to Council that both the ball field and soccer field be irrigated at Hazelnut Park, seconded by Chair Garretson. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). B. Other New Business None 5. REPORTS A. City Council Report None Public Works/Park and Recreation Report Ms. Olson praised the Public Works crew for keeping up the ice rinks in order to keep them open. She indicated most cities have given up on their ice rinks because of the warm winter. She mentioned she did send an e-mail on behalf of the PTRC to the Karth Lake Improvement District Board for a possible dock on Karth Lake and was informed that the board is split approximately 50/50 on this issue. The Board indicated that the reason they are discouraged from inviting more fishing is that the lake does not have any outlet or inlet so it has been fished out in the last couple years. Ms. Olson indicated the Karth Lake Chair will report back after she brings it back to the Board in April. Ms. Olson stated the Spring/Summer Recreation Guide would be going out sometime the first week in March. Ms. Olson informed that Bethel University was caught utilizing our ice rinks during off hours. She indicated the City provides 2-3 Bethel student employees' keys so they can use the rinks for intramurals. These employees sign a contract stating they will not use their keys after hours for rink/light usage or it could jeopardize Bethel's relationship with the City. The City issued a warning because of past issues and now once again students were seen playing broomball after hours at 1:00 am. Parks,Trails&Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes January 10,2012 Page 4 ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Committee Member Peck moved to adjourn, seconded by Committee Member Straumann. The motion carried unanimously (6-0). The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. NEXT MEETING The next meeting, which is the joint meeting, is scheduled for February 21, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. The Committee also agreed to meet at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 16th to prepare for the presentation. Azen da Item 3A Joint Meeting Debrief ,AREN HILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: March 20, 2012 Agenda Item: 3A TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager -PC SUBJECT: Joint PTRC/City Council Meeting Debrief Background The February 21, 2012 joint PTRC/City Council meeting went well. There was good discussion on all topics on the agenda. The City Council agreed to the 2012 committee goals presented at the meeting, expanding some and giving more specific direction on others. Minutes of the meeting are attached for review(Attachment A). Staff revised the goals based on direction from the meeting (Attachment B). Discussion The PTRC may want to take this time to discuss their thoughts on how the meeting went, consider expanding their work plan based on ideas shared at the meeting and any other related discussion that the committee is interested in. 03202012 Joint Meeting Debrief.doe Attachment A : Minutes from February 21, 2012 Joint PTRC/City Council Meeting ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION-FEBRUARY 21, 2012 6 Mayor Grant suggested the Council address this again further at a future meeting. C. Parks Trails &Recreation Committee Goals and Work Plan The following PTRC Committee members were present at the meeting: PTRC Chair Cindy Garretson, John Peck, Phil Kramlinger, Steve Scott, Harold Petersen, Nancy O'Malley, Chuck Michaelson, and Rich Straumann. Also in attendance, PTRC candidate Jane Larson. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson indicated the PTRC members were present this evening to hold a joint meeting to discuss goals, and work plans for 2012. The Committee put together a presentation for the Council to review. PTRC Chair Cindy Garretson thanked the Council for their time this evening and reviewed the committee's purpose and mission. Committee member O'Malley reviewed the Committee's ongoing/as needed goals. She noted the PTRC was hoping to further interact and gain input from the public; and was hoping to host a booth at"Celebrating Arden Hills." Councilmember Holden stated the park and recreabon trails'1xln was almost 15 years old. She questioned if revisions were planned and if priorities Yiacehanged. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated Jhe plwas a 20 year plan and the PTRC had updated that vision in 2009 within the Compr-', Ian(2030). Mayor Grant asked what vision the PT1C d at its time, and how the PTRC was taking action from that vision. Committee Member O'Malley.itcicatsmnch of the PTRC's vision was taken from the priority trail segments. The vision was Aso outliq d in the goals. Committee Member Michelson expl ed much of this was dependent on the funds available to complete the trail segments and park improvements. Committee Member Peck stated the first PTRC 2012 goal is to research,review, and recommend approval of the following projects: bench implementation and placement program, trail maintenance plan, and Hazelnut irrigation plan. He stated the residents have provided positive feedback on the benches. The trail maintenance plan was a carryover item from 2011. Staff has created a draft plan which will be reviewed and forwarded to the Council in 2012. Committee Member Peck explained the PTRC recommends irrigating both the soccer and baseball fields at Hazelnut Park. The City has ownership of the parcel at this time. These fields would greatly benefit from routine watering due to the intense use of the fields. He indicated the PTRC was pleased with the results of the 2010 irrigation at Cummings Park. Councilmember Holden questioned if the PTRC considered planting more trees in the City's parks. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION FEBRUARY 21, 2012 7 PTRC Chair Garretson indicated the park trees are evaluated on a yearly basis when a walk through is completed. Recommendations are made after the walk through. Committee Member Peck explained the North Suburban Soccer Association made an $8,000 donation to the City to assist with the irrigation of the ball fields at Hazelnut Park. Committee Member Kramlinger commented another goal of the PTRC was to review the need for trail signage throughout the City and make a recommendation to the Council The CIP included $3,000 for park amenities. The PTRC is recommending that this amount be used for trail signage. He discussed the proposed sign in further detail. Councilmember Holden asked if new signs would have to be printed after the completion of each new trail segment. Committee Member Kramlinger stated this was the casq but that each sign reprint was roughly $20. He anticipated that the City would be divided into actions and that not all signs would have to be reprinted with anew segment,but only a portion Parks and Recreation Manager Olson asked Tf th Council was in favor of the PTRC proceeding with the trail signs. Mayor Grant indicated he supported the trail' gns t proposed budget. Councilmember Holden cautioned Wb P-TRC ;rom erecting too many signs and creating confusion, Committee Member Kramling�r question ' if the Council wanted input on the sign placement throughout the City. Mayor Grant felt this could be co meted by the PTRC and passed along to the Council once determined. Committee Member Kramlinger commented the PTRC would continue to research and recommend park amenity improvements through the continued allotment of funds in the CIP. He stated the PTRC would like the opportunity to recommend park improvements on a yearly basis. Committee Member Michaelson stated the PTRC was reviewing the need for a contained off- leash dog area. The pros and cons of such an area are being considered. He indicated Shoreview has three hockey rinks available for off-leash dog areas May through November. He questioned if the Council was interested in the PTRC pursuing this item further. Councilmember Tamble explained this was an interesting idea as there was a huge attraction to the dog park off of County Road J and Lexington Avenue. Mayor Grant stated a large open area would work well for a dog park, although he also saw the advantages of using an existing hockey rink: ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION—FEBRUARY 21, 2012 8 Councilmember Holden requested the liability issues be investigated further to assure the City would not be at risk. Mayor Grant questioned if the City owned property near Brueberry. He stated he was not in favor of the City purchasing land for a dog park,but wished to use an existing open space. Parks and Recreation Manager Olson stated the City does own land near Brueberry,but the site would need to be improved. Councilmember Holden suggested the PTRC investigate grants for the dog park as well. Committee Member Straumann indicated the PTRC was hoping to continue developing trails. One of the most significant proposed trail segments is along Snelling Avenue/Old Highway 10. He reviewed the location of this proposed segment further. This roadway has heavy traffic and bicycle use and a trail segment would greatly increase safety in this area. The PTRC understood funding for this segment was needed and grants could be uglit. Councilmember Holden stated the pedestrian traffi near Pe' <Park along New Brighton Road was also a safety concern. She suggested the PTRC mv. tigate a trail improvement in this area of the City. PTRC Chair Garretson explained the traffic;aloi ,g aunty Road E was greater, which led the PTRC to prioritize this segment first. However, h could be looked into further. Councilmember Holmes comme way 10 underpass near Bethel was adjacent to their athletic field. She recomrnendd asTRC review the placement of parked cars in this area during athletic events, as it made t:# 'it her pedestrian traffic to pass safely. Committee Member Strau ed all the trails and parks in Arden Hills were now available on the Ramsey County website goramsey.com. He updated the Council on the Active Living Ramsey County Committee. He reported this group was funded for the next two years and encouraged walking and biking to work. Further discussion ensued regarding upcoming trail construction planned in Arden Hills by Ramsey County. The PTRC was concerned with a trail segment to Mounds View High School and this could perhaps be completed jointly with New Brighton. Councilmember Holmes asked if the PTRC would be discussing the Presbyterian Homes park land. Councilmember Holden recalled this was to be discussed by the neighboring properties. PTRC Chair Garretson questioned what other ways the PTRC could be involved in the City. Councilmember Holmes suggested the PTRC be involved in the Celebrating Arden Hills event. Attachment B., 2012 PTRC Goals Commission and Committee: Committee Name: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee (PTRC) Year: 2012 A. General Purpose for Committees and Task Forces: While the City Council and City Staff have the sole responsibility for all activities within the City of Arden Hills,from time to time they fmd it desirable, advantageous, and necessary to bring together residents of Arden Hills in order to broaden and enrich the discussion around possible decisions. As an example,the City Council's ability to debate and consider far-ranging alternatives is stifled by the risk that the mere discussion of alternatives will engender them with undeserved merit. In addition,Arden Hills will always seek to hire the most qualified and. capable employees,but in doing so we will frequently hire staff that is not intimately connected to the Arden Hills neighborhoods. Therefore,it is critical that the City create a mechanism where the City Staff can get unfettered and unbiased reaction to their novel thoughts and ideas. The Commission,Committee, and Task Forces are established to broaden and enrich the content that will ultimately be enacted or authorized by the elected City Council. B. Mission/Purpose: Parks,trails,recreation and natural resources in Arden Hills increase the desirability of the city as a place to live or work,enhance the health and well-being of citizens and guests, and improve the value of citizens' property. The Parks,Trails, and Recreation Committee(PTRC)represents the interests of Arden Hills citizens in leading the continuing development,expansion,and improvement of those resources. The PTRC recommends to the City Council actions that support those interests; monitors the use of and the improvements in parks,trails,and recreation; and collaborates with other City committees and commissions in improving parks and trails. C. Goals: ONGOING and AS NEEDED: 1. Recommend actions that advance the vision for parks,trails,and recreation. 2. Assist in identifying ongoing parks and trails maintenance/improvement priorities. 3. Recommend and review grant opportunities, sponsorships,and partnerships for parks and trails. 4. Assist, advise, and monitor plans for parks,trails and recreation within TCAAP at the appropriate time. 5. Continue to work with Ramsey County on mutually beneficial trail/park projects and activities. 6. Monitor potential road improvements to encourage inclusion of pedestrian friendly infrastructure whenever possible. 7. Look to enhance/add recreational opportunities in our parks. 8. Recommend future enhancements for the 5 year Capital Improvement Program each year. 9. Sponsor and organize Community events such as clean up day and buckthorn removal day(s). 10. Prepare monthly articles that the Committee would like to see highlighted in the City newsletter. 1 2012 GOALS: 1. Research,review, comment and recommend approval on the following specific projects: a. Bench Implementation—Bench Location b. Trail Maintenance Plan c. Hazelnut Irrigation—Recommend bringing ball field and soccer field up to level one maintenance standards through the addition of irrigation. d. Valentine Park Reconstruction 2. Review the need for trail signage along trail corridors in the City and recommend a trail signage plan to the Council. 3. Research,review and recommend specific park amenity improvements for the following year through the continued allotment of funds within the Capital Improvement Plan. Amenities such as: bike racks,trash barrels, etc... 4. Review the need for and identify possible sites and configurations for an off leash dog area and if feasible,make recommendation to Council for implementation. 5. Promote a trail corridor on Old Snelling/Old Highway 10 from Highway 51 to County Road 96,including working with staff on potential partnerships and funding possibilities. The current focus is on County Road E to Lake Valentine Road. This trail corridor is the committee's highest priority due to safety concerns for pedestrians and vehicles. D. Committee Expectations: While the work required of PTRC members will vary both across members and across time,the following expectations are generally held of all committee members: 1. The interests of Arden Hills and its citizens are foremost 2. Participation of PTRC members is key to their contribution— a. Members should be present and involved in meetings of the committee. b. Members should be actively engaged in discussing issues, sharing perspectives,and raising questions that are essential to good decision-making. C. Effective participation derives from continually learning about Arden Hills parks,trails,and recreation and the physical and political environments in which they exist. This learning includes those formal opportunities afforded by the PTRC, as well as informal opportunities that occur in the course of one's activities. d. As a general guideline,members should expect to spend approximately 6 to 8 hours per month in their work on the committee. 3. The PTRC is a group of peers—no one member has more standing or power than others. 4. Respect for the opinions of each other, and for those with whom the PTRC interacts, is a hallmark of the committee's work. Members seek clarity in presenting their views, and represent a sense of stewardship in all that they do. 5. PTRC members engage in continual self-assessment of their performance on the committee. As needs arise,they seek education and skills necessary to their performance. As a collective,the committee develops changes in its composition, structure and function as needed. 6. The PTRC provides opportunities for the education of its members,both as part of committee meetings,and through access to educational events in other settings. Members actively engage in this education as part of their responsibility to the committee. 7. Some of the work of the PTRC is in areas of subjective judgment,where there is not enough hard information to make the decisions that are necessary. Members who are 2 most successful in these decisions are those who are aware of the values they hold, willing to engage in the discussion of those values, and respectful of those values held by others that may differ from their own. 8. The PTRC is composed of individuals with diverse perspectives and experience. The committee benefits from the contrasts that this diversity engenders, and seeks to improve the decisions it makes and the actions it takes by understanding the conflicts and resolving the disputes that arise in the discussion of issues and plans. 3 A,aenda Item 3B: Trail Signage lt EN HILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: March 20, 2012 Agenda Item: 3.11. TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager-P'ld SUBJECT: Trail Signage Background The City Council gave preliminary approval for the PTRC to move further into design on trail signage. The next step will be to work with a sign company to get a quote on sign production based on the PTRC's preliminary design. Staff is planning on meeting with Vacker Sign Company, who produced the park signs in the City. Staff will bring back information from this meeting to the next PTRC meeting for further discussion. Requested Action Staff provided this item as an update. 03202012 Trail signage discussion,doc Item 3CA enda Newsletter Article Assignments ,ARZEN HILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: March 20, 2012 Agenda Item: 3.C. TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager Wr,1' SUBJECT: Newsletter Article Assignments Background At the May 17, 2011 PTRC meeting, the committee consensus was to provide regular articles for the City Newsletter. Since that time, committee members have been providing articles. This is again listed in the PTRC ongoing goals. We have come to the end of our member assignments and staff is looking to assign articles for the next six months (May-October). Staff will bring a sign up sheet to the meeting. The deadline for submission is the first Friday of the month before the issue is mailed. The committee may want to discuss potential topics at tonight's meeting to assist members who are looking for ideas on what to write. Discussion Staff is looking to assign newsletter articles to committee members for the next six months. 03202012 City Newsletter Articles Assignments.doc A,aenda Item 4A . Comprehensive Plan (2030) Discussion �ENHILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: March 15, 2012 Agenda Item: 4.A. TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager �IC� SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan (2030) Background At the February 21, 2012 Joint PTRC/City Council work session, Council asked the PTRC about their vision and purpose, specifically related to the Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan (PTOS). The PTOS Plan was researched and created in 2001. The final plan was accepted by Council in March of 2002. Staff will have a copy of the PTOS Plan at Tuesday's meeting for the Committee to review. In 2009, the PTRC worked on updating that plan within chapter 9 of the Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is a 20 year plan (2030) that was approved by Council on September 28, 2009. Staff has included a copy of this plan for the Committee to review and add to your Parks and Recreation Facility Inventory Manuals. The Committee may want to review the Comprehensive Plan each year and make edits. These edits would not be official but could be kept until the next official Comprehensive Plan Update occurs. In the past year, PTRC members have inquired about updating the PTOS plan. This plan included surveys to residents and neighborhood meetings. The plan was done by Ingraham and Associates for a cost of $60,000. The PTRC may want to discuss if this is a project they would like to pursue. If so, the committee may want to consider recommending this project to Council within the next Capital Improvement Program. Requested Action Staff provided Chapter 9 of the Comprehensive Plan for the Committee's review and discussion. 03202012 Comprehensive Plan Discussion.doc City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan 9. PARKS AND RECREATION Goal: Create a comprehensive, maintained, and interconnected system of parks, pathways, and open spaces as well as a balanced program of recreational activities for residents of all ages, incomes,and abilities. To achieve this parks and recreation goal, the following policies are proposed: o Develop, maintain, and encourage the use of a system of neighborhood parks and pathways that are safe and engaging, which includes: ■ Developing, maintaining, and encouraging the use of north-south and east-west arterial pathways that connect neighborhood paths within the City and to regional paths. ■ Connecting neighborhoods, parks, and other destination points through a City-wide pathway system. ■ Strengthening the park and path system by making improvements as feasible through the annual budgeting and CIP process. o Provide recreation programs and activities that address the interests of all segments of the community, including children, adolescents, adults, families, and seniors. o Encourage non-motorized transportation and commuting in and outside of Arden Hills to reduce reliance on motor vehicles and increase physical activity. o Work to connect the pathway system to transit facilities. o Protect and maintain access to lakes, marshes, and wooded areas for active and passive recreation. o Plan for parks, paths, and recreation on the TCAAP property that addresses the interests of Arden Hills' residents. o Explore financing and funding options to improve and expand the City's parks and recreation system. o Promote the removal of invasive species throughout the park and recreational system. o Construct way-finding signage for parks and paths. o Explore options for collaboration with other governmental, educational, and private entities to provide an array of high-quality recreational programs. o Work and coordinate with Ramsey County, the Metropolitan Council, the school districts and other applicable organizations to enhance the park, pathway, and recreation system. 9.1 PARKSF TRAILS AND OPEN SPACE PLAN The City recognizes that demographic, recreation, and environmental trends will impact park, recreation, trail, and open space user needs. To prepare for future needs, the City of Arden Hills completed the Parks, Trails, and Open Space (PTOS) Plan in 2002. The Approved: September 28, 2009 \_ 9-1 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan PTOS Plan analyzed the City's current parks and recreation system facilities and developed a long-term vision for the City's parks and recreation system. In order to realize the City's vision, the PTOS Plan recommended improvements to increase efficiency and achieve the long-term parks and recreation vision and priorities for the City. The vision and goals in the 2002 PTOS Plan were updated by the Parks, Trails, and Recreation Committee and adopted by the City Council in 2006. Progress has been made on implementing the 2002 PTOS Plan. Since the PTOS Plan was intended to guide programs, improvements, and decision-making through 2020, this chapter largely reflects the content in the PTOS Plan and the 2006 update to the PTOS plan. As part of the 2002 PTOS planning process, the City identified long-term trends to help determine future park, trail, and recreation needs. Recreation interests and participation are influenced by a number of factors, including, age, access to facilities, income, available leisure time, interest in the environment, new recreation technology, and social trends. In general, people are looking for quality recreation that is close to home, but they are willing to travel to obtain higher quality or more specialized activities or environments. 9.2- REGIONAL PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM Although the Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan focuses on local needs, the community recognizes that Arden Hills is connected to and participates in a larger, regional network of parks, pathways, and open spaces. The Metropolitan Council's regional park system includes 49 regional parks and park preserves that cover more than 52,000 acres. The regional system also boasts 28 regional trails that span 170 miles. Arden Hills is linked to three regional trails and is home to one regional park (Figure 9.1). The Highway 96 Regional Trail crosses the City from east to west adjacent to Highway 96. The trail is primarily on the south side of the highway; however, it remains incomplete between Highway 10 in Arden Hills and old County Road 8 in the City of New Brighton. The proposed reconstruction of Highway 96 in this vicinity includes completing this trail, which would connect Arden Hills to Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton. Completion of this trail is supported by the City. The Lexington Parkway Regional Trail spans the entire length of the Shoreview and Arden Hills border on the eastern side of the City. While the trail is complete on the Shoreview side of Lexington Avenue, it is only extends from Tanglewood Ave. to County Road F in Arden Hills. As redevelopment occurs and other opportunities arise, the City does seek to complete the trail to both the north and south on the Arden Hills side of Lexington Avenue. Approved: September 28, 2009 __ 9-2 Existing Regional Park and Pathway System Figure 9.1 afto^',W - Future Wildlife IUI uroL'W K Sun Fish Lake ✓ Highway 96 Regional Trail County Road 96 l /` ah Round — Lake rn -Regional Trails �p m Othe Pathways < < CD --City � €' County Lake Valentine Rd County Road �--- Private Regional Parks ` i. midt Ifalenti ED Future Wildlife Corridor(Approximate) Lake Arden Hills Parks&Open Spaces �"��► �S� n � thaoea-� aii� 9 � 0 o� e m • c � m Count Road E iDlTal PdAc ? �,. Lake x Johanna �J 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update c Map Approved: September 28,2009 e Source: City of Arden Hills,Metropolitan Councils Lake Josephine • Mile O Plan Update Huisingk��KacgkrGroW,e� ©® �- Comprehensive p City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan This page is intentionally left blank Approved: September 28, 2009 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan Ramsey County completed the Rice Creek North Regional Trail in the northwestern corner of the City on former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) property in 2008. This new trail is an important connection in the metropolitan region's trail system. The land adjacent to Rice Creek was part of the federally owned TCAAP property; however, approximately 112 acres were transferred to Ramsey County in 2006 for incorporation into the Ramsey County park system. The 2.2 mile, 10 foot wide trail is open to walkers and bikers. The approved master plan for the Rice Creek North Regional Trail indicates this trail continuing west and south to Long Lake Regional Park. Reconstruction of 1-35W at County Road H will provide for the completion of this trail connection, which will provide another link between Arden Hills and Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton. Designated a regional park in 2006, the 217 acre Tony Schmidt Regional Park extends from the northern shore of Lake Johanna to the west side of Mounds View High School on Lake Valentine Road. Perry Park, a City of Arden Hills park, divides Tony Schmidt Park; however, a railroad underpass completed in 2006 provides a trail connection across Charles Perry Park to the two sections of Tony Schmidt Park. While much of the park is open space, the park offers a variety of amenities and is connected to local paths. There are a number of regional parks within a short distance of Arden Hills. Long Lake Regional Park is located in New Brighton, and the Snail Lake Regional Park is in Shoreview. The Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Park Preserve is in Shoreview, Circle Pines, and Lino Lakes. 9.3 ARDEN HILLS PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM Arden Hills has 15 City parks ranging in size from one acre to 28 acres and other open areas that cover more than 145 acres (Figure 9.2 and Table 9.1). There is also approximately 11 miles of paths, which are primarily located on or adjacent to County roads. The surface of these paths varies between asphalt, concrete, gravel, wood chip mulch, and grass. The parks in Arden Hills provide a variety of amenities ranging from tennis courts and playgrounds to baseball diamonds and picnic shelters (Table 9.1). The City parks are well-distributed throughout Arden Hills south of Highways 96 and 10 and most residents are within one mile of a City park; however, controlled access roads interfere with convenient access to some parks that would otherwise be close by. South of Highways 96 and 10, there are four lakes entirely within Arden Hills and one lake shared by Arden Hills and Roseville. Lake Johanna and Lake Josephine have public access and beaches, though the public access and beach for Lake Josephine is in Roseville. Lake Valentine is a relatively shallow lake adjacent to Bethel University Approved: September 28, 2009 9-3 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan This page is intentionally left blank Approved: September 28, 2009 Existing and Proposed Park & Pathway System Figure 9.2 n ' i Future wildlife Comdor n " r 1" a, " F1t11 Pathway Co� Om detq -d,o.,a, 0.2 kdta Sun Fish /` Lake u County Road 96 Hig a 96 Regional hail a und w �! 0 Pathway End Points K Rake 1.3 Proposed Pathways City 3 ———— County K 10 CD 1 5 Existing Pathways 1l City Lake Valentine R w N. fD - 0 County N Private hMidt I a q..1 Regional Parks menu s-n Lake �7 Future Wildlife Corridor(Approximate) _ Potential Additions to the Park System hun SE, O Arden Hills Parks and Public Open Spaces s +$@,G0 0 as m FA 1.1 d � nt oaf E P G.1 tO I Lake P .. o. c� Johanna 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update Map Approved: September 28,2009 � c Source: City of Arden Hills Does not include future TCAAP related trails ' Lake Josephine e Mile -A" --HILLS Comprehensive Plan Update FIa"u�OnKoe6�<+nuDtne City of Arden Hills - 2030 Comprehensive Plan I This page is intentionally left blank Approved: September 28, 2009 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan with some limited public use and access. Karth Lake, which is located southwest of the Highway 96 and Lexington Avenue intersection, is adjacent to a public park but is primarily used for non-motorized recreation by the surrounding property owners. Round Lake is unusable for recreation purposes due to contamination from the former Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant. The entire shoreline of Round Lake is owned by the federal government, and there is no public access. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-4 Y.. 0 0 N 0 ■ O O O V m N L r rn C Y Y a ■ ■ ■ U) GI Y O ■ ■ ■ 2 N L N a � c d E c ■ ■ ■ ■ m S U) C m ILI m a , rn 3 m V � N c ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 01 m y r 0 U) v d LL C y d a(0 A m a� > yy .N G1 Ll) In Lo O N LL7 O Cl) c y [y N N oD N d' L a L 0. W N Cl) N c O u 01 W c O LL N Z a a > a c a o0 0 N o p rn a w V c w m c Y Y U z o at) r m a� d x o aEi —^ a a o y Q a o ` o Y Y w 3 rn � a c A m A V �+ °c Q Y c m �, N O Y �` `° a m` a L �, c Y m y > a a a m �o o Z 't m e N d N 3 c 'C rn d 3 — Q c Y d y a� C "O 7 C >. A N T N 7 N O N a N c A N 2 O O l0 C U) v a Oc Q d = .E ° ; c z °Ln z c y ° z c a c 0 w m ch a <r E o M w o N m 10 OD v Lc Z' oo M E $ m Lo cu Q L N 7 N O M N M C N O O C O GI f- O c W O l0 O 1 "- .- C) C> LL LL S c — Cl) M J Z C m w W N > O 0 a U Q City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan 9.4 PARKS AND RECREATION MAINTENANCEy UPGRADESF AND EXPANSIONS The proposed park and pathway upgrades are based on the recommendations in the 2002 PTOS Plan, which is supplanted by this Comprehensive Plan (Figure 9.2). 9.4.1 Park Renovation and Upgrades In an effort to meet changing demographics, public safety, and the desires of the community, the City of Arden Hills will continue to use a multi-year capital improvement plan (CIP) to plan for park upgrades and renovations. The improvement recommendations are intended to improve public safety, aesthetics, function, and efficiency of individual parks as well as to promote overall public health and activity. The City also seeks to meet American with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. In order to minimize park disruption, reduce costs through efficiency of construction, and improve park function, park renovation is recommended to be done all at once in each park, whenever possible. Individual park renovation recommendations are summarized below by park: o Arden Manor Park— Provide connections within the park and from the park to the potential future paths along Highway 96 when reconstruction of this highway occurs. Add new shaded benches near park features. Add a park sign at the park entrance. o Arden Oaks Park—Add benches and trash containers near the park features. Add trees and landscaping to provide shade, spatial definition, and to improve aesthetics. o Charles Perry Park— Consider moving the entrance drive to line up with Thom Drive. This will eliminate the conflict that exists with the ice rink where skaters have to cross the entrance drive, and will create space for a pleasure rink. Explore the possibility of paving the existing skating rink for inline skating and half court basketball. Complete the path from the picnic pavilion to the Elmer L. Andersen Memorial Trail in Tony Schmidt Regional Park. Look into the future acquisition of the single family home nearest the park to accommodate future uses (Figure 9.2). o Crepeau Nature Preserve—Add additional unpaved paths within the park. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-6 City of Arden Hills - 2030 Comprehensive Plan o Cummings Park— Explore the possibility of adding irrigation to the soccer fields. This will enhance the quality of the fields and allow for additional usage. Add benches along the paths and park amenities. o Floral Park—Additional unpaved looped paths could be constructed in the park to provide more walking and nature watching opportunities. Add benches along the paths and park amenities. o Freeway Park - Consider paving the hockey rink for year-round use. Upgrade existing half basketball court. o Hazelnut Park— Replace the warming house with a new structure and provide a safer access to the rink. Install shaded benches near recreational features. Add lights from parking lot to skating rink. Add a picnic shelter or pavilion to meet the usage demands of the park. o Ingerson Park—Add a connecting path to Lexington Avenue, Fernwood Court, and Lake Lane, utilizing a sewer easement to Fernwood as a path corridor and Lake Lane as a path access point. o Johanna Marsh — Resurface tennis courts, add a park sign, and add benches. o Lindey's Park_ Provide benches. Utilize the Bocce Golf Course for recreation programming. o Round Lake Open Space— Explore the possibility of adding a path connecting Old Highway 10 to the path west of Round Lake by easement or land acquisition. Add a parking lot at Parkshore Drive. Determine what type of amenities/fields meet the needs of the community and develop the park. o Royal Hills —Add a fence along the outfield and sideline of the ball field to minimize balls going into the woods. o Sampson Park—Add landscaping within the park to provide interest and improve aesthetics. Replace the parking lot surface of the basketball court with a colored, bituminous surface. o Valentine Park— Complete drainage study and drainage improvements for the future of the park. Future Improvements are contingent upon the results of the study: Consider reconfiguring parking lot to detach park Approved: September 28, 2009 9-7 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive fan features from the parking lot pavement. Replace the play structure. Add a new warming house/picnic shelter. Move or improve the surface of the half basketball court. 9.4.2 Recreation The City currently has an extensive youth recreation program. While the programs have been primarily focused on youth and adolescent activities, an increased need for teen, adult, and senior activities was identified in the 2002 PTOS Plan as well as the community meetings held for the 2030 Comprehensive Plan update. To help inform the recreation program development process, the City may consider creating advisory groups for seniors, teens, children, and other interested groups. 9.4.3 Pathway Expansion and Upgrades A number of neighborhoods in Arden Hills have pathways; however, in order to provide a connected and complete pathway system in Arden Hills, additional arterial and neighborhood paths are needed (Figure 9.2). While paths are popular for recreational purposes, there is also a growing demand for utilitarian pathways that connect residential areas to destinations such as commercial areas, offices, parks, and other popular places. Providing multiple destinations on a pathway system can increase use, promote physical activity, and reduce motorized travel. This Plan includes the following recommendations for pathway expansions and upgrades: Approved: September 28, 2009 9-8 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan Table 9.2 -Trail Improvement List Segment Proposed Trail Location Length Feet Miles A Cleveland Ave. (County Road"D"to Stowe Ave.) 2,623 0.5 A.2 Cleveland Ave. (Thom Ct.to existing path off Cty E2) 1,672 0.32 B County Road D(Cleveland to New Brighton Road) 2,644 0.5 C New Brighton Road.(County Rd.D to Stowe Ave.) 2,957 0.56 CA New Brighton Road(Stowe Ave.to County Road E2) 5,333 1.01 D County Road E2(New Brighton Rd.to Old Hwy.10) 3,309 0.63 DA County Road E2(Cleveland Ave.to New Brighton Rd.) 671 0.13 E R.C.Open Space(from Cty Rd.E2 to Venus) 686 0.13 E.1 R.C.Open Space(from segment E path to MVHS) 2,974 0.56 F Tony Schmidt Underpass trail North to County Road E2 (lift station rd.) 1,560 0.30 F.1 Perry Park Pavilion to Underpass Trail Head 1,399 0.27 G County Road E(Indian PI.to Lk.Joh.Blvd.to Tony Schmidt U.Trail to end of park-north side) 2,787 0.53 GA Lake Johanna Blvd.(From Segment G to Old 10-Snelling) 1,742 0.33 H County Road E(Old 10-Snelling to Connelly Ave.) 2,1851 0.41 1 Snelling Ave.(Highway 51 to County Road E) 4,382 0.83 1.1 Old Highway 10-Snelling(Cty Road E2 through CP Rail) 1,056 0.20 1.2 Old Highway 10-Snelling(from CP Rail to County Rd.E2) 2,270 0.43 1.3 Old Highway 10-Snelling(from Cty.Road E2 to Hwy.96) 8,870 1.68 J Lake Valentine Road(Mounds View H.S.to Old 10-Snelling) 2,258 0.43 K Parkshore Dr.(from Old Hwy 10-Snelling to beginning of Rd.Lake Trail) 2,3951 0.45 K.1 Gateway Blvd.(from proposed segment K to Round Lk.Road) 2,1651 0.41 K.2 Round Lake Trail(Complete the loop that has a gap behind Nott Co.) 2,421 0.46 K.3 Round Lake Road W.(from Gateway Blvd.to existing trail off of 96) 2,634 0.5 L County Road 96(Complete trail west from existing path to 35W) 3,941 0.75 M1 North Snelling Ave.(From County Road 96 to Briarknoll) 2,827 0.54 N County Road F(From Existing Sidewalk from Lexington to Hemline) 2,005 0.38 NA Hemline(From County Road F to Floral Drive 605 0.11 Q Lexington Ave.(From County Road F to County Road E) 5,280 1.00 0.1 Lexington Ave.(From County Road E to Shoreline Lane) 5,212 0.99 0.2 Lexington Ave.(From Tanglewood to County Road I-West Side) 7,890 1.50 P Crepeau Preserve (From Cannon to Crepeau Nature Preserve) 8381 0.16 P.1 Pine Tree Drive(From Cty Road E to existing grass trail into Crepeau) 1,2661 0.24 Q Highway 51(From Old Hwy.10/Snelling to just past Glenhill Rd) 1,373 0.26 R County Road E-(From Lexington Trail to existing Concrete Sidewalk&Connelly Ave) 2,050 0.1 Total Proposed Future Trails 94.280 17.6 The above list is not a ranked priority list of proposed path expansions and upgrades. The City has identified certain trail segments that are crucial for developing needed north-south and east-west path connections that are divided by major highways: G, G1, H, I, 11, 12, and 13. In coordination with the capital improvements plan (CIP), the City may benefit from setting specific trail priorities to take advantage of grants, road reconstruction projects, and other opportunities as they arise. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-9 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan Segment D and E are planned pathways along County Road E2 and a connection through Ramsey County open space from the nearby neighborhood (Venus Ave.) The City was successful in obtaining a grant for $175,000 for these two segments from the Federal Safe Routes to School Funding Program. The goal of the pathways is to provide a safe route to Valentine Hills Elementary, the Ramsey County Library, and Tony Schmidt Regional Park. County Road E2 is a busy roadway that continues to increase in traffic and is a dangerous route for pedestrians. This project is scheduled to occur in the federal fiscal year 2009. This project is a cooperative effort between the City, Ramsey County Parks and Recreation, School District 621, and Ramsey County Public Works. In conjunction with Ramsey County and MnDOT, grade separated crossings of major roads and railroads is one of the more important actions the City can take to improve the path network, increase safety, enhance access to parks, encourage increased physical activity, and help tie the community together (Figure 9.2). The following connections and improvements for pedestrian and bicyclists (non-motorized users), some of which are noted in the above list, are recommended from the 2002 PTOS Plan and the community meetings: o County Road E over Highway 51 —The existing bridge is very narrow and unsafe for pedestrians or bicyclists. This location is a key connection between the east and west portions of the City. The City will also need to work with Ramsey County and MnDOT to consider options for expanding or reconstructing the bridge to create adequate pedestrian and bike crossings or build a freestanding bike and pedestrian bridge near the vehicle bridge. o Highway 96 —A grade separated trail connection may be needed at a location between Highway 10 and Lexington Avenue. The grade- separated connection would provide access to City Hall, the TCAAP area, and the developed portion of the City south of Highway 96. A trail crossing of Highway 10 could possibly be incorporated into the Highway 96 and 10 intersection when it is rebuilt. o Highway 10 — Between Interstate 694 and the City border along Highway 10, a pathway crossing is needed. Two potential options for a grade separated crossings: An area just south of Royal Hills Park and/or along Highway 10 north of Highway 96. A minimum of one grade separated crossing is desired. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-10 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan o Interstate 35W—The City desires a pedestrian and bike bridge over Interstate 35W. A specific location for this crossing needs to be identified. This would be a crucial pathway crossing to connect the TCAAP area with Long Lake Regional Park. o Interstate 694—A pathway crossing in Arden Hills is needed at Interstate 694. A final location(s) will be selected when Interstate 694 is reconstructed; however, two potential locations include: ■ Hamline Avenue/Highway 51 —A pathway across Interstate 694 near Hamline Avenue/Highway 51 must be constructed when Interstate 694 is reconstructed. ■ Lexington Avenue —While there is a pathway on the Shoreview side of the Lexington Avenue bridge, there is not a path on the Arden Hills side of the bridge. When the Interstate 694 reconstruction occurs, a pathway should be provided at this location. o Trail Signage— add small trail identification maps that include distance, name, and standard city identification where needed. Implementing the pathway expansion and improvement plan will require cooperation with Ramsey County, MnDOT, the school districts, and other private and public entities. The City recognizes that the entire network cannot be completed at once; however, the above list represents the long-term goal of a comprehensive pathway network to facilitate recreational and utilitarian uses. 9.4.4 Park and Open Space Acquisitions While there is very little vacant land available in the City outside of the TCAAP property, four locations were identified for potential incorporation into the City's park and recreational system (Figure 9.2). Two land parcels remain to be acquired within the boundary of Tony Schmidt Regional Park. Additional public lands adjacent to the park are proposed to be used for trails and trail connections under cooperative agreements. o Charles Perry Park—The City should consider acquiring the residential property adjacent to Charles Perry in order to minimize the potential conflict caused by reflected light, noise and trespassing while providing an opportunity to expand the recreational offerings in the park and to provide better park access. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-11 City of Arden Hills - 2030 Comprehensive Plan o Round Lake Park- The open land west of Round Lake Park should be considered for acquisition. This land could provide adequate space for soccer fields, community gardens, ball fields, or other recreational uses. The amount of property to acquire would be determined by what programming needs exist at that time. This seeks to obtain the necessary area by park dedication and acquisition as possible. o Round Lake Trail Easements - The remaining easements are needed to complete the trail around the west and south sides of Round Lake. o Tony Schmidt Regional Park—While Tony Schmidt Regional Park is a Ramsey County park, the City encourages the County to expand its facility in accordance with their facility and land needs. The Tony Schmidt Regional Park Master Plan lists potential land acquisitions, which are shown on Figure 9.2 9.4.5 TCAAP Redevelopment Area Of the 585 acres that are part of the proposed TCAAP redevelopment area, nearly 168 acres are tentatively planned to be used for parks, open spaces, and a wildlife corridor. Approximately 42 acres in the redevelopment area are anticipated to be used for community parks, gathering spaces, and open spaces. The land use design for the TCAAP property will likely include a large central park and a number of small neighborhood parks. The exact layout and use of these parks has not been determined; however, they are likely to be focused on local park and recreation needs. The City will be receiving approximately 49 acres of TCAAP property as a public benefit transfer in order to maintain a wildlife corridor between the AHATS property and Rice Creek. The City will transfer the 49 acres to Ramsey County for incorporation into the Rice Creek North Regional Trail in accordance with the approved Regional Trail Master Plan. Ramsey County has prepared and the City has approved the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Wildlife Corridor Habitat Restoration plan. Improvements, remediation, restoration and other development of the wildlife corridor property, prior to and following transfer to Ramsey County, will be guided by this plan. Trail connections for public use may be incorporated into the wildlife corridor. However, they must be designed and aligned so as not to impede the movement of wildlife. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-12 City of Arden Hills - 2030 Comprehensive Plan Finally, in the northeast corner of the redevelopment area, 76.5 acres have been designated for an undetermined public use. This area is likely to include some type of regional athletic use, though an exact use has not been determined. Because this area is separated from the rest of the TCAAP redevelopment area by the wildlife corridor to the south and National Guard property to the north, access to this public area has yet to be determined. Access may be provided for vehicles from County Road I and by pedestrian/bike paths through the wildlife corridor. How this property will be accessed has not been determined but will need to be addressed. 9.5 IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES 9.5.1 Priority Setting One tool to advance this chapter is to create a flexible priority list for improvements and expansions. With the priorities laid out, the City would be able better able to assess fund balances and make informed spending decisions and coordinate improvements with other projects such as road improvements. The priority list will need to be regularly evaluated to measure progress and to adjust the list to accommodate funding availability, changing circumstances, and changing priorities. A fully functioning and complete park and pathway system adds to the attractiveness of the City and to the values of property owners. While a long-term priority list will help the City in the decision making process and help plan for future expenses, the list must be flexible. As new local and regional projects, needs, and opportunities arise, it may be necessary to adjust the list to take advantage of opportunities that may not yet be known. 9.5.2 Partnerships Developing partnerships with other public and private organizations is an important tool for implementing this and other chapters of the Comprehensive Plan. With scarce resources and increasing demands, searching for partnerships to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and expand services is necessary. Working with adjacent cities, the Metropolitan Council, Ramsey County, businesses, school districts, higher education institutions, and other stakeholders may lead to better and more efficient implementation of this Chapter. MNDOT & Ramsey County Transportation — Coordinating with MnDOT and Ramsey County Public Works will help ensure that pathway additions and Approved: September 28, 2009 9-13 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan crossings are in their transportation master plans, included in reconstruction projects, and are a priority for funding and implementation in their capital improvement plans (CIP). Ramsey County Parks and Recreation —With regional facilities in Arden Hills and connecting to City pathways, it is important to coordinate with the County. The County is working to implement the Tony Schmidt Master Plan, the Rice Creek trail system, and other regional park and trail projects that connect to or impact Arden Hills. Mounds View and Roseville School Districts—The City has an opportunity to work with the school districts and the two facilities in Arden Hills to increase pedestrian and bike access to the schools, promote safe routes to school, and increase physical activity. Bethel University and Northwestern College — Both of these campuses have trails that can be accessed by the public. The City should consider working with these institutions to ensure continued access to these trails and to make connections with City trails. Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) Redevelopment Partner and the Arden Hills Army Training Site (AHATS)—The proposed redevelopment on the TCAAP property offers an opportunity to greatly expand the City's park and pathway network. The City seeks to continue working with the developers, AHATS, and private entities to ensure a park and pathway system is constructed that meets the needs of current and future residents. Although the AHATS property is not freely open to the public, it could play a role in future park and recreation opportunities. 9.5.3 Financing While the City supports the park and recreation system, it is recognized that other needs in the City compete for funds and funding will continue to be a challenge. In order to implement the parks and recreation plan, yearly priorities could be identified in the City's capital improvement plan (CIP), which can be adjusted annually as funding, opportunities, and needs change. Flexibility in implementation will be necessary. Since much of the City is developed,park and recreation expansion improvements cannot rely on park dedication fees alone. Therefore, the City may need to explore other financing options. Pursuing funding opportunities may Approved: September 28, 2009 9-14 City of Arden Hills- 2030 Comprehensive Plan help advance implementation of this plan at a faster rate than would otherwise be able to occur. 9.5.4 Additional Strategies The strategies in the previous sections should not be considered all-inclusive. New opportunities and strategies should be identified to further advance the City's parks and recreation goal and policies. Approved: September 28, 2009 9-15 Azenda Item 4B: Park Bench Implementation Location Discussion EN HILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: March 20, 2012 Agenda Item: 4.B. TO: Parks Trails and Recreation Committee FROM: Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Manager 7i& SUBJECT: Park Bench Implementation Location Discussion Background The park bench implementation program was approved in 2010 by the City Council. This implementation program is on a four year cycle. The CIP includes $5,000 each year for the remaining two years, 2012, 2013. We are in year three of the cycle. One of the PTRC's approved goals is to recommend locations for the purchased benches. Staff will bring the bench purchases to City Council approval in April. Staff recommends the PTRC review the attached map and be prepared to recommend bench placement. These locations can be changed or alternate locations can be added by the committee. Staff provided potential locations only for discussion purposes. 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Since the PTRC is the sponsor of the cleanup efforts at Tony Schmidt Park, it will be important to have a good turnout for committee members. An event flyer is attached for review. Requested Action Staff is looking for a count on number of committee members planning on attending the Earth Day Clean Up Event at Tony Schmidt Regional Park on Saturday,April 14th from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. 03202012 Earth Dory Clean Up Day.doc th 4 Annual Tony Schmidt Regional Park • • 2012• • EARTH DAY CLEAN-U P * • • g • • • • -• - • Saturday, 14 201 9:00 - 11:30 a.m. General Information Ramsey County Join hundreds of thousands of people across the globe as we come together in a Day of Service to clean up our community and our earth. We will clean up Tony Schmidt Regional Park (3500 Lake Johanna Boulevard) on Saturday, April 14, 2012 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. �I�JEN HILLS Each year, hundreds of volunteers join together to remove trash that can harm wildlife and pollute our waterways and take away from the beauty of our parks. These activities encourage active Cooperatively lifestyles and healthy living, while connecting volunteers to their Sponsored by: community. Ramsey County Parbs and Refreshments and clean-up supplies are provided, however, we Recreation encourage volunteers to dress for the weather, including closed Department toe shoes or boots, long pants and gloves. Bags will be provided. Ardenthe City of Hills • To Register and Recreation Please call Michelle Olson at 651-792-7848 or email michelle.olson@ci.arden-hills.mn.us to volunteer. Where to Meet Meet at Beach Building at 8:45 a.m. Other Attachments: Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Agenda— March 14, 2012 Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes — January 11, 2012 Friends of the Parks and Trails 2012 Tree Sale Brochure : € EY ` UNTY AK /q� D REATI� V lwut tt E 1,01 eg ` RAMS�E GUNTI(P/p►I KS ANL����CIEATII € E 2015'�1fOTH 1/A�I U (KE STREF € € /�►PLEWOOD MN 51 ��� €( €E E € 1) CALL TO ORDER 2) APPROVAL OF AGENDA 3) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF JANUARY 11, 2012 4) OVERVIEW OF THE DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION 2012 WORK PROGRAM 5) 2012 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION WORK PLAN (DRAFT ATTACHED) 6) PRESENTATION OF KELLER GOLF COURSE AND CLUBHOUSE SCHEMATIC DESIGN PLANS 7) REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF THE SNAIL LAKE MARSH DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT PLAN FOR INCORPORATION INTO THE HIGHWAY 96 REGIONAL TRAIL MASTER PLAN 8) DIRECTOR'S REPORT 9) REPORT FROM CHAIR AND OTHER COMMISSION MEMBERS 10) ADJOURNMENT AM JN �Y I ! tMII N� RAM S EY Q zPARI AN b t €E I€€ EE219 €E € € € �f € ( u €(€ Y EII ¢ € � �T � 11 IN C EP OW . AMSEYYQ; PARR,, �►NI��RECI�PAT[QN 2{�1 I�crth Val Dc' Str@e [ '€` Ilaplewcol, MN51S ` E € ' - ..; [ € ( [[ € 0 E The regular meeting of the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order by Chair Pederson at 6:05 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, Richard Straumann, Brian Tempas Members Absent: Phil Jenni, Sovatha Oum, Bryan Shirley Staff Present: Greg Mack, Jody Yungers APPROVAL OF AGENDA Mr. Straumann moved, seconded by Mr. Tempas, that the agenda of the Parks and Recreation Commission be approved with the addition of the 2011 Commission Work Program overview that was added after election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair. Motion carried. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Chair Pederson asked for a motion to approve the minutes of December 14, 2011. Ms. Petersen, seconded by Mr. Straumann, that the minutes of December 14, 2011 be approved as mailed. Motion carried. APPROVAL OF BY-LAWS Mr. Mack distributed copies of the Parks and Recreation Commission by-laws, noting that the Commission, by its enabling resolution, is required to annually approve its by- laws. Mr. Straumann moved, seconded by Mr. Tempas, that the Parks and Recreation Commission approve the 2012 by-laws. Motion carried. ELECTION OF COMMISSION CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR Ms. Petersen nominated Ms. Pederson to serve as Chair for 2012. Hearing no additional nominations, Ms. Petersen moved, seconded by Mr. Ditmore, that nominations be closed and a unanimous ballot be cast for Ms. Pederson as Chair. Motion carried. 1 Ms. Pederson nominated Mr. Straumann as Vice Chair for 2012. Hearing no additional nominations, Ms. Pederson, seconded by Mr. Ditmore, that nominations be closed and a unanimous ballot be cast for Mr. Straumann as Vice Chair. Motion carried. 2011 WORK PROGRAM ACCOMPLISHMENTS Mr. Mack distributed copies of the Commission 2011 Work Program. He noted that the Commission mission statement and philosophy/strategy was developed by the Commission as a preamble to the specific objectives included in the Work Program. Mr. Mack reviewed the status of each of the 2011 objectives noting that the majority had been accomplished or significant progress had been made toward completion. Many of the planning and development projects have proceeded on schedule and will be included in the Department work program for 2012 as contracts for these projects are implemented. A draft of the 2012 Commission Work Program will be presented for the Commission to consider at its next meeting. TAMARACK NATURE CENTER DISCOVERY HOLLOW EXPERIENCE + INTERPRETIVE PLAN Ms. Yungers led the Commission in a discussion regarding the plan that was prepared by RSP Dreambox. Commission members expressed support for the names recommended for each of the site areas and the messages that were proposed. The Commission was also supportive of the materials proposed for the various signs. Ms. Yungers indicated that the signs will be fabricated and installed in 2012 using funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services grant that was awarded to Ramsey County for Tamarack Nature Center. Following a detailed discussion of the various plan elements, Mr. Tempas moved, seconded by Mr. Straumann, that the Commission recommend approval of the Tamarack Nature Center Discovery Hollow + Interpretive Plan. Motion carried. DIRECTOR'S REPORT Mr. Mack provided an update on construction contracts that were awarded in 2011. He noted that the unusually warm weather has afforded contractors an opportunity to continue work through the end of the year including site preparation and some building construction at Turtle Lake County Park. The lack of snow has negatively impacted traditional winter outdoor recreation like cross-country skiing. Several cross-country ski events and activities have been canceled because of lack of snow. Mr. Mack reported that Department managers are involved in evaluation of the current Department organizational structure in an effort to address current and emerging needs. The organizational structure is intended to provide a vehicle for succession planning and identification of skill sets necessary for a sustainable organization. 2 ADJOURNMENT Upon appropriate motion, the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 pm. Respectfully submitted, Greg Mack 3