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AGENDA
PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING
TUESDAY, MARCH 22, 2005
**7:00 P.M. MEETING**
ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL
1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96
1. Call to Order and Roll Call
2. Approve Minutes: February 15, 2005 Minutes
3. Selection of Vice Chair
4. Council Update— Gregg Larson
5. Parks and Trails Update—Tom Moore
a. Disc Golf Discussion
6. Recreation Update—Michelle Olson
• 7. Next Meeting Agenda
8. Adjourn
Attachments:
2005-2009 Priorities
February 15, 2005 Meeting Minutes
Disc Golf Emails
Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission Agenda and Minutes
Ramsey County Resolution: Policy on Naming Facilities
Gateway Sign Examples
2005 Tree Sale Brochure
A quorum of the City Council may be present at this meeting.
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2005 -2009 PRIORITIES �
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1. Elmer Anderson trail naming policy.
2. Walkway under railroad connecting Tony Schmidt Park to Perry Park and trails.
3. Trail along Old Snelling from County Road E to Highway 51,Highway 51 to Highway 96.
• PMP reconstruction from Old Snelling to Highway 51 is scheduled for 2007
4. Trail through Northwestern College.
5. Trail from Northwestern College to Old Snelling
6. Trails within the Highway 10-96 re-construction.
7. Trail/Sidewalk along west side of Lexington from County Road E to 694.
8. Trail along North Snelling from Briarknoll to Highway 96.
9. Bridge and trail on County Road E
10. Replacement warming House at Freeway
11. Replacement warming House at Hazelnut
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12. Replacement warming House at Valentine
13. Off Leash Dog Park
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14. Trail along Lake Valentine Road(Valentine Park to Mounds View High School)
Updated: 1/25/05
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Moore, Tom
0 From: Billie & Pam Ashton [theashtons@usfamily.net]
Sent: Friday, March 04, 2005 4:11 PM
To: tom.moore@ci.arden-hills.mn.us
Subject: Re: Disc Golf Article in National Park& Recreation Magazine
This article was written in the January 2005 issue of the National Parks and
Recreation Magazine.
I've re-typed the story so that you won't have to track down an issue of the
magazine.
Enjoy,
Bill Ashton
DISC GOLF CAN BRING PERSONAL AND COMMUNITY BENEFITS TO RURAL AMERICA
Written By: Jason Siniscalchi
For the past decade, there has been an increase in rural populations in the United States that has changed the
character
of these areas. Comprised of small, amenity-based communities with a higher quality of life than its metropolitan
counterparts,
these locations are popular to tourists seeking both natural and cultural resources. Park and recreation
specialists are
charged with the task of providing quality recreational opportunities to attract visitors, while protecting these
valuable resources.
They aim to preserve and promote the unique local community character, but they need to do this with limited
economical resources.
How can recreational specialists continue to provide quality recreation experiences? One solution is seen in
another growing recreational
trend in rural America: Disc Golf.
Referred to as "Frisbee golf,"the sport is played similar to its ball brother, but uses specially designed flying discs
thrown at metal
"pole holes,"or elevated baskets, that serve as targets. Disc golf can be played by one or more players of any
age or gender,
taking several hours to complete an 18-hole course. Courses are designed to take in the natural lay of the land to
challenge the player,
including a variety of obstacles, such as ponds, doglegs, and trees -each planned to alter a throw. Due to their
relatively simple design,
disc golf courses can be found anywhere, from open fields, to beaches and forest across America-and they are
growing, especially in
rural areas.
Why the Recent Growth and Popularity?
• The small body of literature on disc golf suggests disc golf provides much more than meets the eye. It provides
players with tangible
and intangible benefits. Recreational benefits suggest that an activity at a given setting creates psychological
outcomes that serve as
the motives for participation and lead to changed conditions, such as improved health. When taken in a
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broader context, this can lead
to additional, community-based benefits.
` Arguably, the number one limiting factor to developing a disc golf course is cost. Fortunately, courses are easily
constructed, costing
a community about$500 - $1,000 per hole. Although that may sound expensive, this is a mere fraction of the
cost involved in the
creation and maintenance of a lighted tennis court or full-size regular golf course.
In many cases, communities note that the presence of a disc golf course has been related to environmental
improvement.
The De Laveaga Disc Golf course in Santa Cruz, California, was once an illegal dump and haven for ATV use.
Thousands of tons
of trash were removed from the site during course creation, and the course continues to sustain itself as trash-
free and limited ATV use.
Research from other courses suggests it is common for disc golf to revitalize an underused park with deteriorating
facilities. Prior to
the course development, a local park in Richmond, Va., was a hangout for drug deals -an unsafe area for locals
to play. After the
course was established crime decreased. Vandalism can be deterred by bringing "good traffic" in the park to
push out the"bad traffic".
Like ball golf, disc golf has social benefits. Though it can be played alone, disc golf is a group activity-families
can play together as
part of a local park trip, family outing or picnic. Many local disc clubs emerge and hold weekly contests and mini-
tournaments. These
weekly leagues provide a means for new and old members alike to share experiences. Additionally, these clubs
not only serve as a
surrogate steward for the course, helping in routine maintenance and organizing events, but players form social
bonds through the
love of the sport. In Tulsa, Okla., the success of their disc golf courses can be attributed to their local disc golf
club, a state-accredited,
non-profit organization. The club is comprised of"a lot of players that cared about(the sport)and kept with it
regularly".
Similarly, as is the case with ball golf, disc golf provides a means of low-impact activity. Disc golf can be played
by anyone of any age
or gender. Players can match their pace to their capabilities making the sport a lifetime activity. Along with the
physical aspects of the
game-walking a course (no carts here)and throwing the disc-many courses are in park settings, which add its
own associated
psychological and physical benefits.
Finally, the simple act of"being away," especially from one's work environment, can help reduce the stress of
every day life and
alleviate mental fatigue. This is especially poignant at disc golf courses in rural settings that have abundant
natural resources.
In West Virginia, a new disc golf course was established near West Virginia University. This course provides an
example of how a
community has come together during the construction of a course.
The creation of the course involved collaboration among multiple partners including the town of Fairmount that
provided the land;
Marion County Park and Recreation Committee, a non-profit organization that handled paperwork; donations and
oversaw the course
creation, the Seth Burton Memorial Fund, the major funding body; and the Marion County Disc Golf Group, a
• local group
dedicated to the promotion and understanding of disc sports. In addition, other local schools and community
organizations
(such as the Boy Scouts) have helped put on local tournaments, used the course in physical education classes
and for summer
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camp activities. Through these types of partnerships, community relationships can be strengthened.
0 Even the play of disc golf is extremely affordable,with only an $8 disc needed for novices. From the upkeep side,
disc golf is
even easier, involving little more than routine park maintenance, such as trash removal and cutting grass. The
director of Kershaw
County Parks Department, which maintains a course in Camden, S.C., says"The course is not a big maintenance
problem - it really
takes care of itself'
Additionally, disc golf courses can create revenue for communities and in time pay for themselves. In Georgia,
members of the
Augusta Disc Golf Association have created a course at Wildwood Park, which will soon be the home to the world
headquarters
of the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) Disc Golf Championships. The estimated economic gain from
this one event is
$1.8 million to the community. The typical disc golf course will not come near that figure, but there is still room for
a positive
economic impact, through events or user fees. A typical tournament can draw anywhere from 30-100 participants
into a community
for a day or a weekend. Some communities have instituted a nominal fee, such as $1, for out-of-county users.
Cliff Towne, of the
PDGA, says that getting locals involved is crucial to securing out-of-town funds. "If you build a good, attractive
course, it will attract
visiting players from all over the region. If you also support and encourage disc golf entrepreneurs (such as)local
or regional
clubs to hold some events- people will come and drop tourist money in your community" he says.
Additionally, what sets disc golf apart from ball golf is its intimacy with nature. Many courses are a part of the
landscape, through
woods and parks, and designed with the terrain and natural obstacles. Ball golf courses, on the other hand, are
designed and
landscaped. In many cases if it were not for the pole holes, a passerby wouldn't even realize he or she were in a
disc golf course.
This is why many course stewards are willing to show a new disc golfer the ins and outs of a course. This not
only helps orient
the new golfer to the course, but increases the social interaction between golf members while promoting the
sport. Both of these
factors, social cohesion and maintenance of landscape character, help explain why rural communities are quickly
establishing courses.
Through social interaction disc golf players learn not only about the course itself, but about the locale, and can
extend the word-of-mouth
marketing of the course and charter community. In interacting with the natural landscape of the course, a
community can exhibit and
sustain its natural character. Together, disc golf can help foster a sense of place and community.
Survey of Personal and Community Benefits
Though literature about the sport suggests these benefits, the recreation manager is left unsure if a disc golf
player is realizing these
benefits, how important these benefits are relative to each other, or if the suggested community benefits are
valid. To help answer
these questions, we created an online survey in the summer of 2004, and with the aid of the PDGA, asked 225
course stewards in
the United States to rate both their perceptions and how the greater community have benefited from the local disc
golf course.
Our survey suggests people play disc golf for four primary reasons: to be in nature, get exercise, be with other
people and for the
personal challenge. These are similar to the expected benefits of ball golf, but at a fraction of the cost in course
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development and
equipment. In almost every case, course stewards felt the disc golf course improved the greater community
• through increasing
community activity with relatively low resource impacts. However, the suggestions that a disc golf course can
improve safety,
bring in money and play a role in school curricula are not universally supported by survey takers.
Though all polled somewhat agreed with these community benefits, the large variation in responses suggests
these factors need
to be taken in context to the greater community. That is, if there is little crime in an area, a course will not have
much effect in
reducing what isn't there. If there is poor marketing of events or a course has no associated tournaments, it will
not generate
as much economic stimulus to the community. Lastly, the sample of disc golf courses in this study may not have
included many
that are in or near schools, and therefore less likely to play an active part of curricula.
Suggestions for Communities
If a recreation manager is considering creating a disc golf course. there are several steps he or she should take.
First, consult
the PDGA. The PDGA Web site (www.pdga.com)contains a consortium of information valuable to any manager.
They can offer
guidance on course design, principals of environmental ethics, and contacts to nearby professionals to aid you in
the process
of course creation.
Despite the low cost of disc golf, there are still some costs including pole holes, tees and signs for course layout
and orientation.
• These can be offset by applying for grants, such as the Innovation Grant Program or federal or state grants
promoting public health
or recreation. In applying for grants, letters of support from the community, environmental impact statements,
management plans
and budget should be included. A number of sources can help with this, including the PDGA, Innova Discs
(www.i n novad i scs.com)
and DiscLife (www.disclife.com), which contain sample proposals and estimated costs.
Establish a local disc golf club and seek out organizations that are willing to spend their time, talent and even
money to improve
the quality of the course while maintaining its local character. Locals can include interested disc golf players,
businesses, non-profit
organizations and schools, among others. Involve them early in the planning process and include their
knowledge and ideas in the
planning process. Local partners can help make the course a success for years to come by organizing events
and promotions.
Consider the benefits people seek while playing disc golf. They play to be in nature, with friends and family, and
as a source of
exercise and challenge. This means adopting a sustainable management plan to maintain the naturalness of the
park while
promoting its local character. Try to involve interesting park features, such as waterways and scenic vistas that
make your course
stand out from the rest.
Lastly, remember to have fun. The first rule of disc golf is to encourage good spirit and fellowship among all who
play disc golf while
sustaining the environment. Disc golf is a fun, challenging and affordable sport that can be played by people of all
ages and skill
levels while fostering a sense of place and community. Many communities are experiencing its growth and
benefits- maybe yours
will too.
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Moore, Tom
From: Billie & Pam Ashton [theashtons@usfamil .net
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Sent: Friday, March 04, 2005 8:32 AM
To: tom.moore@ci.arden-hills.mn.us
Subject: Arden Hills Disc Golf Project
Tom,
Here are suggestions from the Professional Disc Golf Association on how to create the perfect Disc Golf
Course.
I found this information on the National Parks and Recreation Web site. There was an excellent article about Disc
Golf
in the January issue of the National Park and Recreation Magazine. It was titled "Disc Golf can bring personal
and
community benefits to rural America". You may want to find a copy of that article and pass it on along with this
information below to the PTRC Committee Chairperson. It would be great research and support material for the
committee to review.
Just thought I'd pass this additional information on to you.
Bill Ashton
Minnesota Disc Golf Consultant
Creating a Disc Golf Course:
1. Involve a PDGA professional.
2. Apply for funding.
3. Include the community.
4. Keep it local.
5. Remember benefits.
6. Have fun!
Benefits of Disc Golf
Economic
• Low cost of construction maintenance, and play
•Attracts players to the local community
Community Health
• Provides a low impact and safe means of exercise for all age groups and genders
• Mental strategy is involved in negotiating obstacles
• Reduction of mental fatigue
• Environmental
•Aesthetic enhancement of park
• Low resource impacts
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Safety
• • Crime deterrent as the park is used by more people
Education
• Schools may introduce the course into their curricula for physics, physical fitness, ecology, planning, and others.
Community Involvement
• Formal and informal games and tournaments bring community members together
• Families and friends can share time together
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Moore, Tom
From: Billie & Pam Ashton [theashtons@usfamily.net]
Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2005 9:44 AM
To: tom.moore@ci.arden-hills.mn.us
Subject: Re: Disc Golf Proposals for Arden Hills: ( Ingerson Park, Floral Park, Future Park)
Tom,
Just a short note to let you know that I've looked over the three potential park sites (Ingerson, Floral and the
Future Park area)
for Disc Golf. See below for a short summary of my view on things. Let me know what you think when you've
found the time to respond.
In my opinion, I like Ingerson Park's potential the best. It's more suitable with having the parking lot
accessible.
I've found a document online in regards to the minutes of an Arden Hills Park Board meeting back in June of
2002. In the minutes,
there was a motion to approve $7500.00 for a Disc Golf Course at Ingerson Park. The motion carried
unanimously. Here's the link
to the minutes of that meeting http://www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us/Council and Comm ittees/PTRC/Minutes/06-11-
02.pdf
I believe Disc Golf is mentioned on page 4.
I'm looking forward to hearing your feedback and working with you on developing a Disc Golf Course for the
Arden Hills area.
Please let me know when you would like to set up a time to discuss the next plan of action.
Sincerely,
Bill Ashton
Minnesota Disc Golf Consultant
13114 Parkwood Drive
Burnsville, MN 55337
952-432-4628 (Home)
952-215-7046 (Cell)
DISC GOLF SUMMARY OF SUGGESTED PARK AREAS FOR ARDEN HILLS:
Performed By: Bill Ashton and Steven West
BASED ON A RATING SYSTEM WHICH TAKES INTO ACCOUNT THESE 18 FACTORS:
(land-owner wishes; traffic safety; safety of other users; size in acres; parking;
bathrooms; ease of development; fit to expected disc golfers; fit to
non-disc golfers; number of holes; terrain; discouragement of trespassing;
protection from erosion; ADA facilities; bicycle access; maximum tournament
size; protection against basket theft; relationship to other disc golf
• courses).
Floral Park (parcel # 223023340052) rated slightly higher than Ingerson Park
(parcel # 343023410001). Both were rated Good to Very Good places for
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Disc Golf.
Ingerson Park:
The Ingerson Park area would be the easiest of the three areas to install a
course. The course itself would definitely
accomodate a 9-hole layout. This park was previously looked at within your
Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan/Study dated
back in May of 2002. I noticed some tree trimming was currently being done at
the park. Some additional pruning would
need to be done, but overall it would be minimal. The park has a small parking
lot which is easily located off of Lexington Av.
The course design would be short to medium fairways utilizing the natural
landscape/slope of the park. The design would certainly
work around the basketball court, children's play area and pavillon nicely. This
park would accomodate a challenging recreational
level 9-hole course. All skill levels could play it, but it would be designed
primarily for the beginner to advanced level of player.
This park also seems to have a sliding hill during the winter months. I would
want to work around this as well, since Disc Golf
is played year round. This would be a perfect course to play during the winter
as well. So Disc Golf could be a year round activity
• at Ingerson Park.
Floral Park:
The Floral Park area is large enough to accomodate 9,12 or 18 holes. However,
more work would be involved, as some of the
fairways would need to be in the wooded areas. This would involve opening
up flightpaths in the fairways by removing buckthorn,
dead trees, and weedy brush. The areas would still remain mostly wooded, as
disc golf uses the trees as obstacles to enhance
the quality of play. I didn't come across a parking lot at Floral, so excessive
parking may be a problem for neighbors. Not sure?
This park could certainly accomomdate a course, but would be more work to
design and implement (which wouldn't be a problem).
This park with careful planning would be a step up so to speak from the
possibilities at Ingerson Park. You could essentially build
a larger course at Floral Park. I noticed a thin space of land that stretches
throughout the park which has power lines on it.
Would we be able to design any holes within that space or is their an easement
for the land underneath the power lines at Floral Park?
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• Future Park:
It was hard to tell the exact property lines of the park area here. Depending on
that issue, the park area's visual rolling landscapes
looks as though it could work out. However, the parcel of land seemed
small. This area was harder to find for sure. Again,
no parking lot. At this point, I would consider Ingerson or Floral to be better
choices for installing a course. If future park would
include some of the surrounding undeveloped land, and parking and bathrooms
were built, then Future Park would be a pretty good
park area for Disc Golf.
> MN DNR Home > Publications > Minnesota Conservation Volunteer > Articles > 1998 >
July - August >
The Trouble With Backyard Buckthorn
• Invasive buckthorn takes over natural areas and crowds out more desirable species. Here's
how to battle back, beginning in your own back yard.
By John J. Moriarty
Looking out over the back yard of our new house, I saw a lush green woods. On closer
inspection, I found that the green was almost all buckthorn--no small oaks, aspens, or other
native trees. The wildflowers and ferns were small and widely scattered. I knew I had to do
something to change the direction of my woods, or buckthorn would take over completely.
An all-buckthorn wood lot would be a boring place. The lack of diversity would limit the
usefulness of the woods for wildlife, because of a lack of certain foods and cover. It would
also be boring because you would see only green. There would be no blue, red, or yellow of
wildflowers, nor gold, red, and yellow of fall leaves.
Buckthorn woods are also unfriendly because they are normally dense with many low
branches. These branches have numerous thorns, making it unpleasant to try to walk
through.
Lastly, I feel that native woodlands should have native species.
. Buckthorns are nonnative shrubs or small trees that have become a problem in Minnesota's
woodlands and wetlands, where they crowd out native plants. The problem is extensive in
the metro area, the southeast, and many other parts of the state. Wood lots, trails,
roadsides, and back yards can have heavy infestations.
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Of the two species of exotic buckthorn that have become established in Minnesota, the
European or common buckthorn (Rhamnus cathartica) is the most widespread and
problematic. Originally imported as an ornamental, it has not been sold since the 1930s,
when it was found to be a carrier of oat crown rust, an oat disease. Garden centers sell the
glossy or columnar alder-buckthorn (R. frangula) in several varieties--including columnar
and fernleaf--as a horticultural plant. Several Twin Cities nurseries have voluntarily stopped
selling this tree because of its ability to escape cultivation. A problem in wetlands, glossy
buckthorn will also spread into upland sites.
European buckthorn has small alternate simple leaves, black berries, and a flaky bark. The
side branches have short terminal spurs, or thorns, which are literally a pain if you try to
remove the plant.
Glossy buckthorn has leaves similar to those of European buckthorn, but it has smooth
bark and no spurs. The fruits are less numerous than those of European buckthorn.
During the summer, buckthorns sometimes resemble a number of small trees, including
wild plum and some cherry trees. Fall is the easiest time to identify buckthorn. The leaves
of buckthorns do not change color until late in the fall, after most other trees have changed.
The berries usually stay on the branches until March.
Many species of birds, especially robins and cedar waxwings, eat the plentiful blue-black
berries and help spread them to other areas. Despite this effective means of spreading,
more than 90 percent of the seeds land under the parent tree. The ground under mature
buckthorn trees can have about 75 seeds per square foot. (In comparison, corn is planted
at less than five seeds per square foot.)
High densities of seeds result in 15 to 20 seedlings per square foot or up to a half million
per acre. Wood lots with this density of seedlings are a green carpet of buckthorn. At this
level of infestation, not much else grows.
Early Intervention
Buckthorn in your back yard is most easily controlled before it spreads. If you have only one
or two buckthorn trees, remove them right away.
A large area with many trees to control presents a bigger problem. If you have more than
five acres of buckthorn, contact your local resource manager for advice. The Department of
Agriculture, Department of Natural Resources, Minneapolis Park Board, and Hennepin
Parks all have undertaken large-scale control programs on their properties.
Control of buckthorn in large heavily infested areas is not yet economically feasible. Several
state and regional agencies are beginning to research control methods, including biological
control, which uses other organisms to eliminate or reduce the problem species population.
Buckthorn Removal
Here are the basic steps for removing buckthorn on your property:
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1. Cut down all buckthorn trees greater than 3 inches in diameter. Buckthorns of this size
produce berries. A handsaw works well, but a chain saw is more efficient if you have many
trees to remove.
When cutting trees, remember to keep track of the stumps. If stumps are not treated or
removed, they will resprout vigorously. Within four years a stump sprout will grow big
enough to flower and produce fruits.
2. Dig out the stumps or treat them with an herbicide. Of the several chemicals that work
well, the two most common ones are glyphosate (Roundup) and triclopyr (Brush-B-Gon).
Be sure to use chemicals properly, following all label instructions. If possible, look for an
appropriate chemical product that comes with a spray nozzle. Wear protective clothing,
such as rubber gloves and rubber boots.
If you don't want to use chemicals, you can dig the stumps out with a shovel or grub ax. I
had to remove about two dozen trees to clear our garden. This can lead to some really
tough calluses and is much more aerobic than spraying.
You can quickly dig out stumps of medium-sized trees (1 to 3 inches in diameter), but you
can easily miss this size tree when cleaning out a large infested area. At home I wander
around with my loppers and spray bottle a couple of times a year to catch any I have
missed.
3. Pull up small trees (less than 1 inch) by hand. They do not have strong roots. Because
small trees are also easily overlooked, they are a recurring problem, but one you can
control with a little effort.
4. Remove seedlings with a hoe. By cutting down the seed-producing trees, you will
eventually eliminate this problem.
5. Tell your neighbors about buckthorn. One of the best control methods is education.
Remember, your neighbors' buckthorns will add seed to your side of the fence. Encourage
your neighbors to remove their buckthorn, maybe offer to help, and share this Volunteer
article; but do not remove anything without permission.
6. Decide what to do with buckthorn debris after removal. A 6-inch diameter buckthorn can
be more than 20 feet tall. After removing trees, you could end up with a large pile of brush.
If you have the space, you might want to make brush piles to attract a number of wildlife
species. Another option is chipping the trees. I have used several large chip piles for my
garden and trails. Many communities have brush pickup days: Contact your city to get more
information.
7. Replace buckthorn with native species (see "Landscaping Without...Buckthorn"). With
buckthorns cut down, the character of the landscape will be changed. The understory will
be much more open. Privacy hedges will have gaps.
• Effective buckthorn control takes a lot of effort. But if many of us work on small areas, we
can help keep the problem from spreading.
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To learn more about using native trees and shrubs, consult a good book such as
• Landscaping for Wildlife by Carrol Henderson, available by calling 800-657-3757. Many
garden centers offer advice on selection. Ask if the species spreads easily; aggressive
plants can end up being a problem. For free fact sheets on growing native plants, contact
the DNR Information Center.
John J. Moriarty is a wildlife biologist with Hennepin Parks. He has been battling
buckthorn at work and at his home in the Twin Cities for several years. He wrote about
moles and shrews in the January-February 1998 issue.
How Big Is Your Back Yard?
The big impact of a little buckthorn
Control of invasive species such as buckthorn costs Minnesota state parks, scientific and
natural areas, and other natural lands tens of thousands of dollars every year. For example,
in two years Myre-Big Island State Park spent more than $30,000 to control buckthorn,
honeysuckle, and Siberian elm.
Does it make a difference at Afton State Park, say, if an invasive exotic such as European
buckthorn is planted in your back yard? Yes. No park is an island (well, so to speak
anyway). Along with the wind, birds are the primary transporters of berries and seed.
Because of buckthorn's cathartic effect, a bird picking up a berry in LeRoy would not make
it a hundred miles away to Afton before expelling that berry, but it could certainly deposit it
a mile away in Lake Louise State Park.
European buckthorn infests most state parks and natural areas in or near cities. It was, and
still is, planted as hedgerows and ornamental trees. Selecting plant materials native to your
landscape region helps ensure that what gets picked up and carried away by a bird, an
animal, or the wind will not result in the loss of a natural community down the road or
across the state.
To volunteer to help with control efforts, or to get a copy of fact sheets on exotic species,
call the DNR Information Center or visit the DNR web site.
--Kathryn E. Bolin
DNR Resource Management Specialist
----- Original Message -----
From: tom.moore(cD-ci.arden-hills.mn.us
To: theashtons(a)usfamily.net
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 9:16 AM
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Subject: RE: Questions Re: Disc Golf at Ingerson Park
Bill THX for the email. We have nothing up now but I would sure like to meet with you to discuss the
possibilities.
Thomas J. Moore
Operations and Maintenance Director
City of Arden Hills
Phone: 651 634-5133 Fax 651-634-5137
Website: www.ci.arden-hills.mn.us
---—Original Message-----
From: Billie & Pam Ashton [mailto:theashtons@usfamily.net]
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 9:13 AM
To: tom.moore@ci.arden-hills.mn.us
Subject: Questions Re: Disc Golf at Ingerson Park
Tom,
I recently came across an Arden Hills Parks and Open Space Plan while searching the
internet on Google.
It was dated back to May of 2002. Within the document it also talked about trying to
establish a Disc Golf
Course at Ingerson Park. If you click on "view as html" the document comes up.
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My name is Bill Ashton and I am a local Disc Golf Course Consultant. I was curious to
know if a course
ever got established at Ingerson Park? Do you still have a plan to someday install a
course?
I have been active playing and promoting the sport for the past 28 years. I have helped
to establish
several courses in the Minnesota area. The state of Minnesota now has about 90 Disc Golf
Courses.
It currently ranks 4th overall within the United States. Over the past 15 years, the growth
of the
sport in Minnesota has nearly tripled.
If you are looking for further assistance with establishing a course, I can help assist
and coordinate a Disc Golf Course for the city of Arden Hills. It is a great recreation and
fun
for the entire family.
I look forward to hearing your response.
Sincerely,
Bill Ashton
Minnesota Disc Golf Consultant
13114 Parkwood Drive
3/14/2005
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3/14/2005
RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
AGENDA
March 8, 2005, 6;00 p.m.
RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
2015 NORTH VAN DYKE STREET
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
MAIN FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
1) CALL TO ORDER
2 APPROVAL OF AGENDA
• 3) APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 8, 2005
4) REVIEW OF 2004 PARK AND BEACH SURVEYS
5) DISCUSSION OF DRAFT 2005 COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM
6) DIRECTOR'S REPORT
7) REPORTS FROM CHAIR AND OTHER COMMISSION MEMBERS
8) ADJOURNMENT
* * * COMMISSION MEMBERS
• PLEASE CALL CHERYL JOHNSON A T 651-748-2500, X307
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO A TTEND
RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES
February 8, 2005
RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
2015 NORTH VAN DYKE STREET
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
Main Floor Conference Room
The regular meeting of the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission was called to order at
6:08 p.m., at the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department, 2015 North Van Dyke Street,
Maplewood, Minnesota.
Members Present: Deb Falkowski, Gale Pederson, Richard Straumann and JoAnne Van Guilder
Members Absent: Mohammed Ali, Michele Hanson, Terry Huntrods, Phil Jenni and Jonathon Kusa
Staff Present: Greg Mack, Larry Holmberg, Jody Yungers and Cheryl Johnson
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Vice-Chair Straumann asked for a motion to approve the agenda. Ms. Falkowski moved, seconded by
Ms. Van Guilder, that the agenda be approved. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Vice-Chair Straumann asked for a motion to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2005 meeting. Ms.
Pederson moved, seconded by Ms. Falkowski, that the minutes of the January 11, 2005 meeting
be approved as mailed. Motion carried.
RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (2006-
2011
Mr. Mack distributed copies of the Capital Improvement Program, 6-year Summary Report (2006-2011),
for the Parks and Recreation Department. He explained that the department's request is part of a
county-wide Capital Improvement Program, which is evaluated by a 14-member citizen committee,
known as the Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee (CIPAC), and staff appointed by the
County Manager. Each of the projects is ranked. Based on the total amount of funding available, projects
proposed for funding in the coming year are presented to the County Board during the annual budget
review cycle.
Mr. Mack discussed each of the projects identified in the department's Capital Improvement Program
request. He noted that the majority of the projects are for rehabilitation of existing facilities. Most of the
projects rely on county funding; however, some projects, such as the regional park and trail development
projects, are funded by the state of Minnesota and the Metropolitan Council.
Following discussion of the various elements of the Capital Improvement Program, Ms. Pederson
. moved, seconded by Ms. Falkowski, that the Commission recommend approval of the 2006-2011
Capital Improvement Program for the Parks and Recreation Department as presented. Motion
carried.
LAKE JOSEPHINE COUNTY PARK SITE PLAN AND BUILDING PLAN
Mr. Holmberg said the County Board approved an agreement with Barr Engineering for professional
engineering services for design, construction documents and construction administration for site
redevelopment of the park. The Board also approved an agreement with Hagen, Christensen, Mcllwain
Architects to provide architectural services for a beach/restroom building. Mr. Holmberg gave an
overview of the site plan and building plan and indicated that the park will be closed for the summer of
2005 for construction; however, the boat launch will be accessible most of the season. Mr. Holmberg
stated that, as part of the reconstruction, the Ramsey County Public Works Department will add a
southbound turn lane and remove the steel traffic barrier. Ms. Pederson moved, seconded by Ms. Van
Guilder, that the Commission recommend approval of the site plan and building plan for Lake
Josephine County Park. Motion carried.
DISCUSSION OF DRAFT 2005 COMMISSION WORK PROGRAM
This item will be discussed at the March 8 meeting when additional Commission members are available.
REPORTS FROM THE DIRECTOR AND STAFF
Mr. Holmberg gave an update on the trail underpass to connect trails north and south of Tony Schmidt
County Park. He said the county purchased 14 acres of property from the Soo Line/Canadian Pacific
Railway Company. In addition to the 14 acres, the county purchased a 20-foot wide easement across the
railway's right of way and tracks. The railroad will design and construct the underpass through an
agreement with Ramsey County.
Mr. Mack gave updates on the following:
• Legislation
• • Bruce Vento Regional Trail Extension from Beam Avenue to Buerkle Road in Maplewood
• Rice Creek Regional Trail
• TCAAP athletic fields (study commissioned by the Mounds View School District)
Ms. Yungers mentioned that Parks and Recreation Commission members will be receiving invitations to
the Mighty Kids Recognition /Awards Banquet scheduled for March 16, 6:30-8:00 p.m., at the Goodrich
Golf Course Clubhouse.
REPORTS FROM CHAIR AND OTHER COMMISSION MEMBERS
Mr. Straumann gave an update on the community band shell offered by the Guidant Foundation in the
city of Shoreview. The Band Shell Task Force determined that of all the sites considered, there are two
sites with the best potential for being the band shell location: the Snail Lake Marsh County Park and the
Shoreview Commons. The task force recommended that the city of Shoreview and Guidant prepare
conceptual plans on how the band shell could be located within the Shoreview Commons. Once the
conceptual plans are completed, the city and Guidant will be in a better position to determine which site
is more appropriate for the band shell. Public review and comment will then be solicited. On February 7,
the City Council accepted the task force report and authorized proceeding with a more refined plan for
the Shoreview Commons area.
Mr. Straumann mentioned that the grand opening for the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory Visitors
Center is February 12 and 13.
ADJOURNMENT
Upon appropriate motion, the meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.
Cheryl Johnson
Resolution
Boc3rd of
Ramsey County Commissioners
Presented Bv commissioner Reinhardt Date October, 20, 1998 No. 98-417
Attention: Budgeting and Accounting Page 2 of 3
Monte 011enburger, policy & Planning
Jolly Mangine, Property Management
Greg Mack, Parks and Recreation
D. The name chosen for a facility should not readily lend
itself to unwanted abbreviations, acronyms or nicknames.
II. Naminq a New Facility
A. The naming process for a proposed new major facility shall
begin during the design phase of construction after the
facility has been approved for inclusion in the County's
five-year capital improvement program.
B. The commission, board, or advisory board that is directly
connected to the department whose services will be
provided in the proposed facility is responsible.- -for
recommending a name and submitting it, alonq with
justification, to the commissioner in whose district the
facility ' is--' , located fot 'review and comment. The
re�commendat ions of the commissioner and the - commission,
board, or advisory board will be forwarded (by the
department whose services will be provided in the proposed
facility) to the County Board for consideration.
C. If there is no commission, board, or advisory board
directly connected to the department whose services will
be provided in the proposed new facility, it shall be the
responsibility of the Capital Improvement Program Citizens
Advisory Committee (CIPAC) to recommend a name and submit
it under the same process noted in II.B. above.
D. When citizens, elected officials, or public administrators
recommend a name for a proposed new major facility, they
shall submit a request and justification during the.design
phase of construction to the appropriate commission,
board, or advisory board directly connected to the
department whose services will be provided in the proposed
facility, or the CIPAC.
RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
YEA NAY OTHER
Tony Bennett Susan Haigh,Chai,r
Dino Guerin
Sue Haigh (Continued)
Rafalftega By
VictW�einhardt Bonnie C.Jackelen
lanice Rettman Chief Clerk-County Board
an Wiessner
Resolution
Board of
Ramsey County Commissioners
Presented By Commissioner Reinhardt Date October 20, 1998 No. 98-417
Attention: Budgeting and Accounting
Monte 011enburger, Policy & Planning Page 3 of 3
Jolly Mangine, Property Management
Greg Mack, Parks and Recreation
The commission, board, advisory board, or CIPAC may
recommend ( 1 ) accepting the proposed name, (2 ) not
accepting the proposed name, or ( 3) conducting, 'a broader
— citizen participation process. The recommendation- shall
be submitted, along with justification, to the
commissioner in whose district the facility is located for
review and comment. The recommendations of the
commissioner and the commission, board, or advisory board
will be forwarded (by the department whose services will
be provided in the proposed facility) to the County Board
for consideration.
III. .Changing the Name of an Existing Facility
.A. When citizens, elected officials, or public administrators
recommend that- an existing facility be .renamed, they shall
submit a request ' And justification to the appropriate
commission, board, or advisory board directly connected to
the department whose services are being provided in the
facility, or the CIPAC.
The commission, board, advisory board, or CIPAC may
recommend ( 1) accepting the proposed name, (2 ) not
accepting the proposed name, or (3) conducting a broader
citizen participation process. The recommendation shall
be submitted, along with justification, to the
commissioner in whose district the facility is located for
review and comment. The recommendations of the
commissioner and the commission, board, or advisory board
will be forwarded (by the department whose services will
be provided in the proposed facility) to the County Board
for consideration.
RAMSEY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
YEA NAY OTHER
Tony Bennett Absent Susan Haigh,C aii-
Dir^Guerin X
St h X
Rat*rte a X B
Victoria Reinhardt X Bonnie C.Ja en
Janice Rettman X Chief Cler -Co ty Board
Jan Wiessner X
CITY OF ARDEN HILLS
ASSIGNING NAMES TO PARKS,TRAILS, AND RECREATION FACILITIES
Naming Procedure
--Any Arden Hills resident, business, or organization may submit site
names to the city.
--Submissions for parks, trails, and recreation sites will be given to the
Parks Trails and Recreation Committee (PTRC)for deliberation.
--After careful consideration the PTRC will submit a recommended name
to the City Council for final approval.
Naming Criteria
-- Geographic names must relate to prominent surrounding features to
help the public identify the site's location such as lake names, names of
bridges, street names, or community names.
-- Historic names must be associated with important events that happened
in the area.
-- Functional names must provide a link to the activities, services, or
programs associated with a site.
-- Memorial names are meant to honor those who made significant
contributions to societ through years of service or donation, who have
been deceased for at least three years.
-- Renaming parks, trails, or recreation sites is generally discouraged as
it removes the honor and societal value of the previously memorialized
person.
Memorials
Memorials such as plaques or trees may be donated as a tribute to
deceased residents. Donors must pay the full cost of the memorial
procurement, installation, and maintenance. Plaque size and location
plan must be approved by the PTR Director with installation supervised
by his staff.
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Name Address Phone
Deliver my trees to St.Paul—Maplewood
This is my
Number Each Total gift to a park 1 want to give these trees to the following park.
Sugar Maple $45.00 yes_no system: Youmaydesig-
Shamrock Linden $30.00 yes_no— hate a park system.Trees given to a park will be picked
Heritage Birch $42.00 yes_no up by the park staff. Gifts to parks are tax deductible.
Northern Red Oak $45.00 yes_no You need do nothing except send a check...
Black Hills Spruce $35.00 yes no Andacceptourthanks
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White Snowberry* $13.00 yes_no
Gray Dogwood * $13.00 yes_no April 20 deadline for orders.
Dwarf Korean lilac $13.00 Orders for trees must be placed and prepaid by
Donald Wyman Crab $23.00 Monday,April 20. Make checks to Friends of the
Ch' ewa Blueberry(2) $20.00 *SORRY,only Parks 1621 Beechwood Ave.St.Paul.MN 55116.Call
N=ng Caragana. $35.00 Saint Paul parks 651-698-4543 for more information.
ERWss Summer Hyd. $15.00 accept these
Aunt Dee Wisteria $13.00 native shrubs
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