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HomeMy WebLinkAbout11-26-2002 PTRC Agenda • �S. EN HILLS AGENDA (UPDATED ON 11/22/02) PARKS, TRAILS, & RECREATION COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2002 ** 7:00 P.M. ** ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL 1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96 1. Call to Order and Roll Call 2. Approve October 22, 2002 Minutes 3. Highway 96 Reconstruction /Rice Creek Corridor Master Plan Amendment Discussions * Aaron Parrish— Community Services Director 4. Council Update 5. Parks and Recreation Updates 6. Park Partners Program 7. 2003 Budget Overview 8. PTRC Budget Allocation Request/Motion for 2003 Budget 9. Bridge between Perry and Tony Schmidt 10. Other Items for Discussion 11. Adjourn ** If you are unable to attend this meeting please call • Tom at (651) 634-5133 or Rich at (651) 636-1796** �-AI�EN HILLS MINUTES PARKS,TRAILS & RECREATION COMMITTEE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2002, 7:00 P.M. ARDEN HILLS CITY HALL 1245 WEST HIGHWAY 96 CALL TO ORDER Chair Straumann called the October 22, 2002, meeting of the Parks, Trails and Recreation Committee to order at 7:00 p.m. MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair Rich Straumann, Cindy Garretson, Roberta Thompson, and Patrick Krenn. OTHERS PRESENT: Tom Moore, Parks and Recreation Director; Michelle Olson, Parks and Recreation Supervisor; Gregg Larson, Council Liaison; and Bonita Sullivan, Recording Secretary. MEMBERS ABSENT: Don Messerly, Jim Crassweller, Bill Henry, Steve Zilmer, and Lou Speggen. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved by consensus. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Approve September 24, 2002 minutes ❖ Chair Straumann stated he had a correction on page 6, Highway 65 should be Highway 96. He referenced Item 3, 2003 Day in the Park, first paragraph stating both figures represent 2003 costs. ❖ Chair Straumann stated that there not enough members for a quorum and minutes would be placed for approval at the next meeting. Council Report Council Liaison Larson provided the Committee with an overview of the following City Council items: ❖ The Council will address the preliminary plat for Guidant on October 28, 2002. He stated that it appears that the process has been a good one. He stated that the Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 2 October 22,2002 neighborhood has been involved in the process and Guidant has been willing to work • with the neighborhood and make changes to the plan as needed. ❖ Council discussed the proposal by Guidant for park dedication. He explained that Guidant would have to pay a certain amount of money for park dedication and that it would be a significant amount of dollars. He stated that there is an agreement to spend up to $350,000.00 of their dedication fees. He stated that Guidant is proposing to pay approximately half and that the $350,000.00 would be invested in a new park structure at Cummings Parks. He noted that some are not comfortable with the amount to be spent at Cummings. He stated that to spend this much on one park would make it difficult to justify not spending the same at other parks in the future. ❖ Guidant has indicated that they are going through the platting process and has made an offer that includes approximately$70,000.00 to complete the trail around the Guidant site and along County Road F. He stated that Guidant has also agreed that the Arden Hills residents could use the trails on their campus and that the City would incorporate the trails into the system. ❖ He stated that they are presently pumping water from Karth Lake. He explained that the water is being pumped uphill to a stormwater drop on Windcrest and reviewed with Committee. He stated that presently the level of the lake is well over the high water mark and that Council agreed to pump 3.4-feet of water to reduce the water levels. He stated that it is now one foot below the high water mark on Karth. He stated that the City • received a petition and several complaints from residents regarding water in basements. He stated that they would continue to pump at a reduced rate to one-half until Monday, October 28, 2002. He stated that at that time they would reassess the water levels. ❖ He stated that Council appointed six members to TCAP. He explained that Council reviewed and ranked the twelve applicants noting that the remaining six were appointed as alternatives. ❖ He stated that the City is going to adopt a fireworks ordinance. He reviewed a recent law was passed in Legislature stating that the Fire Department has developed an ordinance that would require a permit for consumer displays. ❖ He stated that the Council would receive the Feasibility Report for the 2003 Pavement Plan at the next City Council meeting and reviewed with the Committee. 1. Parks and Recreation Updates A. Parks Update—Tom Moore Mr. Moore discussed the following items with the Committee: ❖ Stated that the Buckthorn removal program has started and numerous residents are involved. He reviewed some of the neighborhood groups involved in the removal: the • Chatham Area Neighborhood put together a picnic for the neighborhood removal,both the North and South Associations for Arden Hills Townhomes have groups assisting; Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 3 October 22,2002 MSI has started their removal; Perry Park Neighborhood; and Bussard Court. He stated that the rule is if they cut the City would pick it up, chip it and put back into the area. ❖ Park signage will be completed in the next two weeks. He stated that Vacker, Inc. is the vendor and that they would be installing 20 signs. ❖ Placed handrails along the hill areas for the Arden Hills Trails. He explained that making the trails accessible year round is an ADA requirement and an action item in the Park Comprehensive Plan. ❖ All flower gardens have been converted and the last fertilization has been completed. ❖ Installed three park benches at Floral Park. ❖ All crosswalks in the City are officially done and include signage. He stated that every trail segment and handicapped accessible sidewalk should have MnDOT regulated signage. He reviewed the County owned streets noting that the City cannot touch or make changes to County roads. Vince Schwartz completed the stripping. Chair Straumann suggested inviting Mr. Schwartz to a meeting to discuss other issues. Mr. Moore agreed. Chair Straumann asked what other improvements are planned. Council Liaison Larson asked if the underpass is in the County CIP. Mr. Moore confirmed stating that it would be done next year. B. Recreation Updates - Michelle Olson Ms. Olson discussed the following items with the Committee: ❖ She stated that due to turnover in Staff the Winter Recreation Guide would not be issued. She explained that they have temporary help but that they do not have the experience to create the guide. She explained that the Winter Recreation Guide is generally the least impacted as there are less classes. She stated that they are trying to send out flyers that would normally be included in the guide and that they would monitor the response. She stated that they would also put a version of the guide on the City website. She stated that the Spring/Summer Guide would be back to normal. ❖ She stated that they would begin hiring for Ice Rink Attendants. ❖ Pumpkin Hunt is Friday, October 25, 2002 and the 4H Club is assisting. ❖ She stated that they have storage room issues and continue to have drainage issues in lower level of City Hall. ❖ She reviewed the park activities with the Committee stating that they are finishing soccer. 1 ❖ Outdoor bathrooms would be removed until ice rink season. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 4 October 22,2002 ❖ Parks are working to remove the nets and are getting the winter sports equipment ready • for the season. Committee Member Garretson asked if they would place anything in the newsletter in the absence of the winter guide. Council Liaison Larson asked if they would need more than a page. Ms. Olson stated that she would be doing a one or two page flyer that would include all of the classes. Council Liaison Larson clarified that Committee Member Garretson meant to include a page with the newsletter or the utility mailings. Ms. Olson stated that she would see if they could save space in the newsletter. 1. HCM- Presentation and Discussion Tim McIlwain provided the Committee with a packet overview of the proposal for the park shelters. Mr. McIlwain stated that they would like to receive comments from the Committee regarding the proposal for the five shelters. Committee Member Krenn noted Cummings Park stating that he reviewed the area for the proposed structure. He stated that it would be sticking over the hockey rink by 17-feet. He expressed concerns regarding the close proximity of the building to the baseball fields. Mr. McIlwain stated that they would review the area noting that they are presently reviewing the site plans. Committee Member Krenn noted that they do not own the parking lot or the land behind the building. Mr. Moore stated that this park could possibly change within the priorities and referenced Guidant and the park dedication fee. He explained that Guidant has stated that they would build the park structure in Cummings Park. He further explained that based on decisions to be made by Council it could elevate Cummings to the number one park to address next year. Mr. McIlwain stated that they could meet with the people putting together the parks to determine the actual needs and would be sensitive to all issues. Mr. McIlwain noted that at the last meeting they were requested to consider smaller shelters and provided the Committee with examples. He also reviewed medium sized shelters with the Committee. He referenced the conceptual construction cost estimates and reviewed stating that they tried to use numbers that are historically based. Matt Lysne reviewed the dollars with the Committee. He referenced a correction for funding stating that it would be 2003 dollars. He reviewed the costs with the Committee. He stated that Charles Perry costs are for the large prototype with toilet rooms and kitchens. He explained that it has considerable square footage for the patio area and reviewed the costs with the Committee. He explained that the prices do not include estimates for winter site construction and work for the sewer, water or utility extensions or telephone. He stated that ventilation is included in the cost estimate but heating and cooling costs have not been provided as a part of this breakdown. Mr. McIlwain stated that they did not want it assumed that the buildings would be air- conditioned. He clarified that the structures are three-season structures. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 5 October 22,2002 Mr. Moore asked how long the process would be for the project. Mr. McIlwain stated that it • would take approximately three to four months depending upon the type of contract. He stated that through the bid process they are looking at approximately six months total time noting that seven to eight months would be more realistic. He stated that it would start in the May timeframe with completion in late summer. Mr. Lysne reviewed the conceptual construction costs estimates for Perry, Cummings, Hazelnut, Floral, and Valentine Parks and the prototype Picnic Shelters with the Committee. He stated that the costs are following similar guidelines as previously discussed. Mr. Moore asked if the SS1 is roughly the same size, dimensionally, as the warming house. Mr. McIlwain clarified that the warming shelter is 28' x 52' and the SS is 38' x 20' and reviewed the differences with the Committee. Mr. Lysne noted that the warming shelter is a standard size that could accommodate a fair amount of people. Council Liaison Larson asked for clarification of the rationale for two buildings and asked if it could be done as one building. Mr. Lysne stated that they could be made into one adding that one of the warming house styles does open up as a shelter. He reviewed the concepts with Council Liaison Larson. He stated that if the warming shelter is a priority he suggested a smaller warming house at the top of the hill without toilets. He explained that they could do a single building where a warming house does open up as a shelter. Ms. Olson noted that the hill is not very safe and there has been discussion to have the grade lessened. Mr. Lysne reviewed Floral Park noting that it follows the same pattern with toilets and a small storage room. He stated that it would be a medium size building similar to the picnic shelter at Hazelnut Park. He stated that Valentine Park was a fairly substantial building and that this would be a warming shelter that could be opened up to a picnic shelter. Ms. Olson asked if they plan to place it in the same place as the current building. Mr. Moore explained that it would be moved where the swingsets are presently located. Mr. Lysne reviewed the new prototype shelters with the Committee. He stated that Floral and Valentine Park are within the $300,000 range and that Perry Park is approximately$500,000.00. Committee Member Thompson clarified that the cost of the picnic tables is not included. Mr. McIlwain stated that Ramsey County normally provides the picnic tables. Mr. Moore stated that the shelter options,with costs, are exactly what they wanted to see. Mr. McIlwain stated that they could provide further information if necessary. He stated that next year would be a good year for construction bidding and that they would get a fair price. Mr. McIlwain referenced the material and image studies stating that they would like to review the prairie style structure. He reviewed the building image and material palettes with the Committee. He provided a picture board that included various styles of shelters for the Committee to review. Mr. Lysne noted that if they can find the right building that would suit Arden Hills that each location would be site specific with respect to the materials used structurally. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 6 October 22,2002 Mr. Moore stated that the wear and tear factor is important and noted that the "Tony Schmidt" • design is nice and kid-proof. Committee Member Thompson noted her agreement with the masonry style and suggested warming the appearance with wood. She stated that they would like something more unique, with character,warmth and durability for use. Mr. McIlwain suggested considering a natural stone for the structures and reviewed the style samples with the Committee. Chair Straumann asked what the pillars at Tony Schmidt are made of. Mr. McIlwain stated that it is masonry based and stucco wrapped. Mr. Lysne stated that they have had much success in wrapping the building in wood noting that the repair would only involve removing the section in need of replacement. Mr. McIlwain stated that three of the styles discussed fit within the costs the Committee is considering noting that natural stone could push the cost higher a bit Mr. Moore noted that the hybrid wood, with Tony Schmidt flair, is the preference. Mr. McIlwain stated that they would do a more detailed study that would include colors and material and bring in examples for the next meeting. He stated that they could do further studies for sites that still carry a concern and suggested a survey of the area to better determine locations for the structures. Council Liaison Larson noted the cost estimates stating that they are well over$2 million for five • parks. He expressed concerns regarding the cost of the facilities stating that it does not include any other park expenditures. He explained that the Park Fund could not support the costs for all five parks in addition to anticipated costs for parks. He stated that Council would ask how they determined the size of the building stating that the enclosed space appears to contribute to costs significantly. He asked how many parks have permanent lavatory facilities. Ms. Olson stated that one park has lavatory facilities. Mr. Moore referenced the repairs of the old water main noting that the intent is to replace the stubs. He further explained that wherever they are doing a PMP project close to a park that they would start stubbing in to provide water and sanitary at these parks. Council Liaison Larson noted the costs for the buildings is substantial and dollars are not available and suggested deciding what is truly needed at the parks. Committee Member Thompson stated this is what part of their planning session included adding they did walk thru to determine the sizes. Council Liaison Larson acknowledged that they did the walkthrough but expressed concerns that they did not include consideration of the dollars. Mr. Lysne clarified that this is a master plan and that it is long term. Committee Member Thompson suggested reviewing the costs and asked if they could determine what would be appropriate for portable bathrooms. Council Liaison Larson suggested building a shielded enclosure. . Ms. Olson acknowledged that with bathrooms comes more maintenance and requirements for staffing adding that Valentine Park is not the most utilized and that they should consider the most utilized parks for the bathroom facilities. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 7 October 22,2002 • Mr. Lysne reviewed various structure styles without bathroom facilities and explained the structural layout to the Committee with respect to satellites. Mr. McIlwain clarified that they understood that this is a long-term plan and that they have a better understanding of what they are looking for that incorporates the costs. Mr. Moore stated that this is the first time they have had a Park Comprehensive Plan for the City to determine the park needs. He stated that now they have a variety of options that can be considered and for the first time this department has legitimate documentation from residents that states Parks and Recreation is an issue. He clarified that this would be an ongoing process for this Committee, for the Parks Department and the City. He stated that he would like Mr. McIlwain and Mr. Lynse to return on December 17, 2002 at 7:00 p.m. He asked that they return with the hybrid and a different structure at Valentine Park. Mr. Lysne stated they would also bring samples of materials for their review. Council Liaison Larson suggested that the Committee discuss the structure at Valentine Park further. Mr. Moore agreed and stated that he would contact them with the results of their discussion. 2. Park Partners Program Committee Member Thompson asked Council Liaison Larson if this has been agreed to yet. • Council Liaison Larson stated no and explained that this is not their proposal and received feedback from Guidant. Committee Member Thompson asked if they know why they want private contractors to manage the construction. Council Liaison Larson stated that they did not know. Committee Member Thompson stated that a preliminary cost estimate had been requested and asked if it had been provided. Mr. Moore stated that he had provided the cost estimate. Committee Member Thompson noted the work session and agreed with Council Liaison Larson that this is a bit frustrating in taking half the money offered from Guidant to pay for one building and asked if there are other options. Council Liaison Larson explained the options to Committee. He stated that it would be $350,000 in addition to the $70,000 for trails. Committee Member Thompson expressed concerns on the claims for trails and clarified that the trails discussed were actually owned by Guidant. Council Liaison Larson confirmed that the trails are owned by Guidant. He reviewed the trail system to be located on campus noting that they want connections to the City trails. Committee Member Thompson expressed concerns about the potential encumbrances to the City trails if Guidant were to apply security to their trails. Council Liaison Larson clarified the PUD process to the Committee stating it is a win-win situation for both sides. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 8 October 22,2002 Committee Member Krenn noted that Valentine Park's current planned shelter is smaller and • suggested cutting the storage space at Cummings to reduce costs. Ms. Olson noted that the point person for this subject is not present and suggested adding to next month's agenda. Mr. Moore clarified that the intent is for partnerships with groups such as MSI that would place an interpretive center. He stated that the center would share names with the City and the Partner. Committee Member Thompson clarified that the intent is to determine who they want to partner with and what they would expect from them. She stated that she does not have any problem giving credit such as plaques that would identify the partner. Ms. Olson noted that this could also include special events for sponsorship from companies like Guidant and MSI. Chair Straumann suggested developing a matrix for review at the next meeting 3. 2003 Budget Overview Mr. Moore suggested placing this on next agenda—departments are not prepared yet with what needs to be discussed. 4. Next Meeting Agenda • ❖ Park Partners Program ❖ 2003 Budget Overview ❖ PTRC Budget Allocation Request/Motion for 2003 Budget ❖ Bridge between Perry and Tony Schmidt 5. Other Items for Discussion Committee Member Thompson noted a motion to approve the PTRC requests for the City Council to allocate $250,000.00 for 2003 and asked what they are trying to accomplish with the request. Committee Member Krenn explained that it was an amount of money that could be used to plan what they would like to do for 2003. Council Liaison Larson asked if this was an authorization from the Park Fund. Chair Straumann clarified that it is not. Committee Member Thompson expressed concerns stating that she does not agree with the process. She suggested that they discuss this issue further at the November meeting. Council Liaison Larson reviewed the various options for the funding with the Committee. Mr. Moore reviewed the intent for the funding process and requests noting that they would like to move together with the Council in the planning and funding process for the City parks. Arden Hills Parks,Trails and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes 9 October 22,2002 Chair Straumann suggested a write up in the newsletter looking for potential volunteers for Park • Committee membership. MOTION: Motion by consensus to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. The motion carried unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Bonita Sullivan TimeSaver Off Site Secretarial, Inc. • • I W �� a e . 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ROLL CALL Present were: Chair, John Tholen, Public Safety Commission; Chuck Stoddard, Finance Committee; Dave Sand, Planning Commission, Don Messerly, Parks and Recreation Committee; Lynn Lawyer, resident; Bill Sanders, Landscape Architect for Sanders, Wacker& Bergly Inc.; Dwayne Stafford, Public Works Superintendent; and Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director. Absent was: Mick Richardson, resident and Tom Andreasen,'Business Development Committee. 3. APPROVAL OF OCTOBER 7, 1997 MINUTES The minutes of October 7, 1997 were unanimously approved as submitted after a ( motion by Stoddard and a second by Messerly. 4. REVIEW OF DESIGN FOR ENTRY WAY SIGNS Mr. Sanders reviewed the design of the entry way signs and stated that the cost per sign would be approximately $30,000. Mr. Sanders also reviewed how this concept could be used for secondary entry ways and also at the City's parks. The task force concluded that the proposed style of sign could be incorporated into other signage that the City may choose to build in the future. The task force concluded that in the future that further design studies could be done with these other signs to more fully refine their designs. The task force concluded the two entry way signs should be located along Highway 96. The first at the southwest comer of Highway 96 and Lexington Avenue. The second at the southeast corner of Highway 96 and Interstate 35W. The task force reviewed samples provided Mr. Sanders of various materials and colors which could be used for the sign and the retaining walls. In regards to the sign face, the task force concluded that a monolithic cast stone (8 inches wide) in a light gray with recessed black letters would be most aesthetically pleasing. The task force also concluded that an"anti-graffiti" coating should be applied to the sign. The cost of this coating is estimated at $.10 per square foot every three years. 3 A. Entry Way Signage. The task force recommends that two entry -,,,-ay signs should be located along Highway 96. The first at the southwest corner of Highway 96 and Lexington Avenue. The second at the southeast comer of Highway 96 and Interstate 35W. The task force recommends that the sign face be constructed of a monolithic cast stone (8 inches wide) in a light gray with recessed black letters. Also, that "anti-graffiti" coating should be applied to the sign. The task force recommends that the City consider using Windsor font on the entry way signage. The task force recommends that cut stone pieces of granite, which is a waste product of the manufacturing process, be used for the retaining walls. The task force recommends that the rainbow colored granite be used for the retaining wall color. The task force also recommends at-grade lighting be provided behind the retaining walls to provide directional lighting at the sign face. The task force recommends that the City pursue.the.mature evergreen landscaping on the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant(TCAAP) to include behind the signs. The task force also recommends the inclusion of annual planting beds with retaining walls to help visually define the entry signs. Lastly, the task force recommends pursuing the assistance of Ramsey County for surplus dirt for berming at the Lexington Avenue sign, given Ramsey County's current road construction in the area. B. Median Landscaping. The task force recommends the inclusion of turf with underground irrigation as the preferred ground cover for the median. The task force also recommends that the addition of ornamental trees at the ends of these tree groups (provided by Ramsey County) with low level shrubs beneath the ornamental trees. C. City Hall access. The task force would recommend that if the redevelopment of the City Hall site does not require the use of the median cut (in front of Public Works driveway), then the median cut be relocated to Keithson Drive, which is at the top of the hill and has the potential for expansion into the Reiling property. D. Noise wall. The task force does not recommend the provision of a noise wall, but would recommend the provision of additional landscaping/berming by Ramsey County in those residential areas (ie., Arden Manor Mobile Home Park) in which residents are directly adjacent to the roadway and do not have the proper building setback. DRAFT ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 8 1997 6 Mr. Brown explained that if it is decided to reconstruct Glenpaul Avenue, rather than overlay it, it would be a major addition to the Project. He stated if it is determined the existing blacktop is ) too thin, as suggested by Mr. Linders,the project can be removed or slated for the future. Councilmember Malone stated this is the hearing where the Council determines if the engineer should proceed with project plans which will include borings. He concurred that if it makes no sense to overlay Glenpaul Avenue it can be removed from the Project. Councilmember Malone commented on the clay soil in Arden Hills which results in some problems with roadway cracking. MOTION: Malone moved..and Hicks seconded a motion to adopt Resolution#97-59, Authorizing,the Preparation,of Detailed Plans and Specifications in the Matter of the 1998 Street Improvement Project. The motion carried unanimously (4-0). Mayor Probst reviewed the notification process which will occur as this project proceeds and thanked all for attending. He invited the audience to remain for the rest of the meeting agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. November 24„1997 Regular City Council Meeting MOTION: Aplikowski moved and Hicks seconded a motion to approve the November 24, 1997,Regular City Council Meeting minutes as presented. The motion carried unanimously(470)., CONSENT CALENDAR A. Claims.and Payroll B. Transfer of On-Sale Wine License MOTION: Malone moved and Aplikowski seconded a motion to approve the Consent . Calendar,as submitted and authorize execution of all necessary documents contained therein. ,The,motion carried,unanimously (4-0). PUBLIC COMMENTS Mayor Probst invited those present to come forward and address the Council on any items not already on the agenda. There were no public comments. UNFINISHED AND,NEW BUSINESS A. Highway 96 Improvement Project,Task Force Recommendations Mr. Kevin Ringwald, Community Development Director, introduced John Tholen, Chair of the Highway 96 Task Force, who was in attendance to present their recommendations related to Highway 96. He also introduced John Sanders, landscape architect for this project. ARDEN HILLS CITY COUNCIL - DECEMBER 8 1997 8 utilizing the existing railroad bridge to gain access to.the Long Lake Regional Park. He stated the Task Force believes the trail, as designed by Ramsey County, presents a safety hazard. Mr. Tholen stated the Task Force does not recommend the inclusion of sidewalks on the north side of Highway 96 but would recommend that if development of the TCAAP is imminent, then this item be reviewed at that time to determine the appropriate location for trails/sidewalks within the TCAAP property. Mr. Tholen stated the Task Force does not recommend the provision of a noise wall but would recommend the provision of additional landscaping/berming by Ramsey County in those residential areas (i.e., Arden Manor Mobile Home Park) in which residents are directly adjacent to the roadway and do not have the proper building setbacks. Mr. Tholen stated the Task Force would recommend that if the redevelopment of the City Hall site does not require the use.of the median cut (in front of the Public Works driveway), then the median cut be relocated to Keithson Drive, which is at the top of the hill and has the potential for expansion into the Reiling property. Councilmember Hicks inquired regarding the dimensions of the proposed sign. Mr. Sanders stated it is about 15 feet long and five feet high. Councilmember Malone expressed concern with the cost estimate for the signs and stated he would have a difficult time voting to support it. Mr. Tholen stated this corner is currently an eyesore and it would be appropriate to have a nicely landscaped corner with a City sign. Councilmember Malone stated he believes there may be an alternate, creative way to handle this at a lower cost. He stated he supports the recommendation with regard to the median cut, berm, trails, and sidewalk. Councilmember Malone asked how far apart Shoreview's lights are. Mr. Brown stated they are about 300 feet on center per side, or 150 feet apart (zig zag). Councilmember Malone stated if he had to prioritize the issues of the sign, landscaping, and lights, he would support the lights. Mr. Tholen stated the Task Force considered lighting as more of a future improvement. Mayor Probst stated it would be nice to find a way to reduce the cost of the sign but he believes there is value in such a City sign and, perhaps, it is a matter of timing this project. He stated he supports a sign project that looks nice, will be there for a long time, and something the City can be proud of. He expressed concern with the proposed size of the Shoreview sign. Mayor Probst stated he is grateful to the Task Force for their work and believes their recommendations are"on target." He commented that an irrigation system will allow proper maintenance of the sign area. Mayor Probst stated he also concurs with the Task Force recommendation to not consider a noise • wall. Councilmember Aplikowski stated she supports all of the recommendations, including the sign. However, she has some apprehension about the irrigation but would support it over lighting. She ,- S EN HILLS MEMORANDUM DATE: November 14, 2002 Agenda Item 2.B TO: Mayor Dennis Probst Council Member Beverly Aplikowski Council Member David Grant Council Member Gregg Larson Council Member Lois Rem Joe Lynch, City Administrator /f FROM: Aaron Parrish—Community Services Director1' SUBJECT: Rice Creek Corridor Master Park Plan Amendment ENCLOSURES: 1. Arden Hills Future Land Use Map (Comprehensive Plan) 2. Vento Reuse Plan Map: Potential Excess Area 3. Arden Hills Transportation Map (Comprehensive Plan) 4. 11-13-02 E-mail from Greg Mack 5. Proposed Amendment to the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan. Overview Ramsey County is requesting that the City evaluate a proposed park master plan amendment to the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan. In particular, it is necessary for the City to make a finding that the proposed park plan amendment is consistent with the Arden Hills Comprehensive Plan. Analysis Since the amendment was only received Wednesday November 13`h, 2002, a complete analysis of the proposed amendment cannot be provided. However, staff would make the following comments: 1. Land Use: The Future Land Use Plan identifies this area Park Preserve. This land use category includes natural and scenic areas that are to be preserved for public use. This is consistent with the proposed amendment. is slightly Parks and Trails: The recently adopted Parks, Trails, and Open Space Plan calls for a slightly different configuration for the trail. 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The amendment follows the format Ramsey County has used in the past to amend existing master plans. This proposed amendment was presented to the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Commission on November 12, 2002. Commission members spoke in support of the amendment as proposed. I asked them to defer taking action until the city of Arden Hills had an opportunity for further review. I anticipate, based on our past conversations, that this will be an item of discussion at your upcoming November 18, 2002, council workshop. I'd appreciate knowing the time of the workshop. As I mentioned in my voicemail to you, the proposed amendment addresses the city of Arden Hills concern about access into the primer/tracer site; however, I have not had an opportunity to meet with representatives of the National Guard to discuss specifics of this access. I expect that Commissioner Tony Bennett and I will be meeting with General Andreotti and Colonel Lord to discuss vehicular access to the Rice Creek Corridor and the primer/tracer site. Please let me know if you have questions regarding the proposed amendment. Greg Mack Ramsey County Parks & Recreation 2015 North Van Dyke Street Maplewood, MN 55109 651-748-2500 11/14/2002 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE RICE CREEK NORTH REGIONAL TRAIL MASTER PLAN The following amendment to the Rice Creek North Regional Trail Master Plan (June 1998) has been prepared and is being proposed by the Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department. Acquisition of the land included in the proposed amendment will preserve a corridor which links the Rice Creek corridor with the 1500-acre preserve under the management of the Minnesota National Guard. The corridor will preserve a hydrological and wildlife movement functions, as well as future trail connections to the large preserve. The property is currently part of the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant (TCAAP) and an "Excessing Process" has been initiated to dispose of the property. Amendment to Section VIII ACQUISITION DETAILS A. Parcel Information The 1998 Master Plan identified two parcels for acquisition; Parcel A, 113 acres from TCAAP and Parcel B, 11 acres from MnDOT. (See enclosed Boundary Map). 1. Amendment Action: This amendment proposes that the acquisition boundary for the regional trail corridor be expanded to include an additional 49 acres of TCAAP property. The property has been identified as Parcel C and Parcel D. Parcel C: U.S. Dept. of Defense, 42.75 acres Parcel D: U.S. Dept. of Defense, 6.25 acres 2. Amendment Justification: The proposed amendment will enable Ramsey County to acquire an important natural corridor between the existing boundary of the regional trail and the large nature preserve managed by the Minnesota National Guard. Preservation of the wildlife corridor is consistent with the 1996 "Vision for the Future" plan (a.k.a. Vento Reuse Plan) adopted by the TCAAP Reutilization Committee appointed by the late Congressman Bruce Vento. The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has identified the wildlife corridor as an integral ecological link between Rice Creek on the west and a future regional park reserve on the east. In addition to its local ecological significance, the DNR believes that the wildlife corridor is a key link to two regionally significant ecological corridors — the Mississippi River and the St. Croix River corridors. The additional area has been identified as two separate parcels. Parcel D has contamination which must be cleaned up prior to a transfer to Ramsey County. (See map). Parcel C is free of contamination and could be transferred as soon as the excessing process is complete. 3. Restoration/Development: The area contains several small buildings, roads and a railroad spur. The buildings will be removed within five years. It is anticipated that the roads and railroad will be removed in conjunction and cooperation with development of the properties to the north and south. The city of Arden Hills has expressed concern about future road access to the adjacent 66-acre "Primer- Tracer" site. To maintain the integrity of the wildlife corridor, road access to this site should be provided from the north off County Road I and follow the west boundary of the property licensed to the Minnesota National Guard. The area of contamination (Parcel D) will be remediated by the U.S. Department of Army in accordance with the standards agreed upon by the Army and the Environmental Protection Agency. Activities are underway to cleanup contaminants on the site. In the event that the site is not suitable for public access, fencing the site may be necessary. Fencing should be installed in a manner that allows for animal movement under the fence. Restoration of the natural drainage corridor and vegetation will be accomplished by Ramsey County. All restoration activities will utilize native plant material and be coordinated with the Minnesota National Guard to assure consistency throughout the corridor. The only recreational development anticipated will be a future trail connection between the Rice Creek corridor and the Minnesota National Guard property. This trail connection will be subject to agreements for use of the National Guard property for trail uses such as Nordic skiing. The property will be available for informal, non- consumptive outdoor recreation activities such as nature study and birding. Attachments: Attachment A — Boundary Map Illustrating Approved Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Attachment B — 2000 Aerial Photo of Wildlife Corridor Attachment C —Wildlife Corridor, Vegetation Attachment D —Wildlife Corridor, Existing Man-Made Features Attachment E —Wildlife Corridor, Proposed Development Attachment F — Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Development /j h • Attachment A *Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Boundary Map COt#M ROAD J to 0 A C f 0 1 "06WAY B6w I 1 0 1 Z Miles N O Amendment Parcels Wildlife corridor OMN National Guard(GHATS)I Ramsey County • Parks and Recreation Department Regional Trail Corridor October 2002 C>� Regional Park Attachment B • Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Amendment Parcel - Wildlife Corridor 2000 Aerial Photo • 500 0 500 1000 Feet -_ N OParcel C and D Boundary • Ramsey County ---- -- - ---— Parks and Recreation Department October 2002 Attachment C Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Amendment Parcels - Wildlife Corridor Vegetation j. f,. 1 t A 500 0 500 1000 Feet N Nongrass Vegetation Ramsey County low Trees and Shrubs Parks and Recreation Department I • L,7� wetlands October 2002 Attachment D Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Amendment Parcels - Wildlife Corridor Man-made Features _ N 500 0 500 1000 Feet _ Buildings ® Contamination Remediation Site Roads Ramsey County . Railroads j Parks and Recreation Department October 2002 Attachment E Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Amendment Parcels - Wildlife Corridor Proposed Development N 500 0 500 1000 Feet • Ramsey County E . Proposed Trail Connection Parks and Recreation Department --- -- October 2002 Attachment F Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor Devel opment Concept COUNTY.OADJ P TRAILH UNDERPAS BRIDG • �o BRI E g '+s BRIDG i TRIALH ri HIGHWAY B6 W p 1 2 Miles NExisting Trail • i Proposed Trail �1 OAmendment Parcel Wildlife corridor OMN National Guard(AHATS) Regional Trail Corridor ORamsey County Regional Park Parks and Recreation Department C Canoe Launch October 2002 P Parking Lot /