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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL ACTION DATE: 9/23/02 ITEM NO: VIII. A. Department Approval: Manager Reviewed: Agenda Section: f�`j�, D, �� , Reports/Recommendations Item Description: Muriel Sahlin Arboretum Improvements BACKGROUND In 1997, the City Council adopted the Master Plan for the Muriel Sahlin Arboretum in Roseville Central Park. Since that time the first two phases of development have been completed with the support, commitment and financial assistance of the Roseville Central Park Foundation. Since the inception of the Arboretum the Central Park Foundation has placed it as a high priority on the list of projects to fund. The next logical Arboretum development areas include improvements to the Celebration Walk/Fountain Area, Front Entry /Parking Area as well as a Japanese Garden. The total capital cost for these three project areas is projected at approximately $300,000. The Central Park Foundation is eager, willing, and capable and, as a Board, has approved moving ahead with the projects, yet this fall. As the Muriel Sahlin Arboretum develops it provides a beautiful, serene area in our park system for citizens to enjoy. Much of the capital development that has occurred over the years has been the result of the Central Park Foundation, donations and sponsorships. The maintenance and operation rests with the City Parks and Recreation Department. Currently the M&0 is being accomplished by the existing Park Maintenance Crew and as the Arboretum develops the need will exist to increase maintenance capabilities. The Muriel Sahlin Arboretum is the type of facility that requires very detail grooming in order to provide the best possible experience for its guests. In future budgets it would be prudent to consider, at minimum, the addition of a six month seasonal position/intern at the cost of approximately $14,000 per year. Other future cost considerations will be equipment such as utility vehicles, specialty edger's, etc., at this time existing park equipment is being used. Monte Johnson, President of the Central Park Foundation, will be present to discuss the Arboretum Development Plan with the Council and ask for their support for the proposed project FINANCIAL IMPLICATION All capital costs associated with the project will be paid for by the Roseville Central Park Foundation. This is consistent with their mission and historical perspective. The capital improvement becomes property of the City of Roseville as a gift and therefore there is an associated M&O cost that will be the responsibility of the City.