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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-3-2_PR_Comm Packet Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting March 2, 2021 | 6:30 P.M. Cityofroseville.com/attendmeeting AGENDA 1. Introductions 2. Public Comment Invited 3.Approval of Minutes oftheFebruary 2,2021MeetingMinutes 4.Park Dedication –Victoria St. N. andOrchard Ln./Co. Rd. C2 5. Pocahontas Park Name Conversation 6. Recreation Program Review 7. Election of Chair and Vice-Chair 8.Appoint Ethics Commission Representative 9.Staff Report a. New or Relevant Communication and Update Items 10. Other 11.Adjournment To: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Lonnie Brokke Date: February 16, 2021 Re: Notes for Meeting on Tuesday, March 2, 2021 1. Introductions 2. Public Comment Invited 3. Approval of Minutes of the February 2, 2021 Meeting Minutes Enclosed is a copy of the minutes of February 2, 2021. Please be prepared to approve or amend. Requested Commission Action: Approve/amend meeting minutes of February 2, 2021. 4. Park Dedication – Victoria St. N. and Orchard Ln./Co. Rd. C2 Included in your packet is a proposed subdivision adjacent to Lake Owasso on Victoria St. N. at Orchard Ln. and Co. Rd. C2. The proposal includes 8 lots (5 new lots) on 9.13 acres. The project qualifies for Park Dedication. The cash amount for the 5 additional lots/units would be $21,250 ($4,250 per additional lot).The land amount would be 10% of 9.13 acres or .913 acre. The developer has suggested that cash be accepted in lieu of land. This area is located in constellation D. There are no specific plans identified in the Parks and Recreation System Master Plan for parkland in this area. For reference and guidance, included in your packet is a: City Parks and Facilities map Parcel site map Aerial site map Park Dedication Ordinance Specific guidance from the Parks and Recreation System Master Plan including the constellation map and goals and policies related to Parks and Open Space acquisition. The role of the Commission is to review and make a recommendation on whether to accept land, cash or a combination. Requested Commission Action: To discuss and make a recommendation to accept land, cash or a combination to satisfy the Park Dedication requirements. 5. Pocahontas Park Name Conversation At the February meeting, the Commission expressed a desire to learn more about the issue before moving into engagement that is more widespread. In an effort to aid the Commission in its quest to learn more, a number of documents have been included in your packet, as recommended by experts who we have spoken to: Reclaiming Native Truths, Research Findings Reclaiming Native Truths, Guide for Allies Summary of Conversation between Matthew Johnson and Wayne Ducheneaux, Executive Director of the Native Governance Center Emailfrom John Bobolink, Supervisor St. Paul Schools Native American Education Program Letter from the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors Group DraftStatementfor City News Items regarding the Commission’s progress and pr ocess to date. In addition, on February 19, 2021 Assistant Director Matthew Johnson sent out the following resources below that may be helpful. Reclaiming Native Truths is a nationwide research study on Native American identity and the impacts of Native American portrayal. Research findings (This is item #1 listed above) Guide for Allies (This is item #2 listed above) A Roseville resident sent a recommendation regarding a Citizens League webinar, Why Treaties Matter. Below is a link to that webinar. Why Treaties Matter, and How They Shape our Communities Today (Video link) Requested Commission Action: Discuss and provide advice and potential recommendations on next steps. Possible considerations may include: If the Commission wishes to hear from more experts and/or leaders, what specifically do they wish to learn? Are there others that the Commission would like to hear from? How should this process be communicated to the public? What timing and form of community engagement makes sense (note, as of today, Pocahontas Park is scheduled for Discover Your Parks on August 4, 2021). 6.RecreationProgram Review As possible, throughout the year and seasons, various staff members attend your meeting to discuss what is going on in their particular area and gather your thoughts and feedback. This month, Carrie Anderson, Recreation Superintendent will be at the meeting to provide you an overview of the recreation area. Requested Commission Action: Review and provide feedback. 7.Election of Chair andVice-Chair Per City Code, the election of officers occur at the last meeting preceding the end of regular terms of appointment. This is the time to elect the Chair and Vice-Chair for the upcoming year. The election may occur by voice vote or secret ballot depending on the Commissions wishes. Requested Commission Action: Election of Chair and Vice-Chair of the Roseville Parks and Recreation Commission. 8. Appoint Ethics Commission Representative The makeup of the City Ethics Commission is a representative of each of the other City Advisory Commissions including one from the Parks and Recreation Commission. Commissioner Stoner has served in that role during the past year and will provide a summary of duties and his experience at your meeting. This is a standing item each year on your agenda. In your packet is Chapter 207 of the City Code that identifies the scope and duties of the Ethics Commission. Requested Commission Action: Discuss and appoint a representative to the Ethics Commission. 9. Staff Report a. New or Relevant Communication and Update Items 10. Other 11. Adjournment Builders Lot Group, LLC A Real Estate Development Firm __________________________________ th 9531 West 78Street, Suite 135 Eden Prairie, MN 55433 mlmoore00@yahoo.com DEVELOPMENT NARRATIVE FOR VICTORIA SHORES Builders Lot Group, LLC is proposing the developmentor property along Victoria Street, near Orchard Lane. The proposed development currently consists of eight (8) single-family residential lots, and one Outlotfor Association purposes and lake accessfor the lots west of Victoria Street. The development of the property will take into consideration thelocal area and natural vegetation on the property in an attempt to preserve as much natural environment as possible. Stormwater management of the project will meet the requirements of the Cityand the Watershed. The lots on the lake are expected to have homes constructed on themwhich will be between $700,000 and $1,000,000 in value. The lots west of Victoria Street are expected to have home built on them with values between$650,000 and $900,000.All home types are expected to be ramblers, two-story, and on the west side of Victoria, possibly modified two-story. Aneighborhood meeting was held regarding this proposal on January 21, 2020, and asummary of those discussions and comments has been delivered to the city. The concerns expressed at that meeting have been taken into consideration by the developer in the plat application materials. Public benefits of the proposed plan include an increased tax base, development of the property with the natural environment in mind andproviding additional housing to the growing community. Victoria shores neighborhood meeting January 21, 2021, 7:00 PM via zoom Following is a brief summary of the comments and concerns raised by the neighbors who participated in the neighborhood meeting on January 21st. 21 participants were online via zoom for the call. 1. Concern was raised regarding the wetland impact of the development. The developer responded by reference to the proposed plat and discussing the wetland areas and helping delineate them on the proposed plat. An additional question was raised regarding the availability of docs and at this point we believe the DNR will allow them. 2. A concern was raised regarding the elevation on lot 5 and its relationship to the street and how construction would meet setbacks and protect other environmental principles. The developer responded that all construction would carefully consider those questions in that the construction on that lot would ultimately comply with requirements from both the road the Lake and the adjacent side yards. 3. Water quality issues were also discussed with relation to the size of the potential homes to be constructed. Concern was expressed that the actual pad sites and sizes would indicate the size of the home to be built under property. The developer indicated that homes would be approximately 2100 to 3000 square feet. Developer also indicated that water quality issues were very important and that all approvals would be attained by all necessary governmental authorities. 4. A concern was raised regarding DNR approval of the shared public area being proposed. The developer responded that all approvals that are necessary will be obtained from both the city the DNR and watershed districts, as necessary. 5. Question was raised is regarding price expectations of the homes to be built. The developer responded that homes and the Lake would be expected to be $700,000 to $1,000,000 and that the offsite properties would be between $650, 000 and $900,000. 6. A concern was raised regarding Victoria shores community boardwalk and potential tree removal in the area.The developer confirmed that there would be no mass grading of the site and at each lot would beseparately graded to create a building pad. Additionally,there would be no parking lot and the property,but the sidewalk trail would be on the East side of Victoria Ave. 7. A concern was raised regarding the developer’sinterest in any potential builders and it was confirmed that the that the developer is not going to build homes directly but will sell lots to builders who will build homes on the properties. 8. A concern was raised regarding the sidewalks in the area and the fact that it is potentially difficult to reverse the area for both pedestrians and bicyclists. The developer confirmed that there will take every step possible tocontinue the existing trail work and comply with city requirements with regard to trails and sidewalks. 9.The concern was raised regarding tree removal and the site. Developer responded and confirmed that truly minimal and that by individually grading sites rather than mass grading the project pre removal can be mitigated. Additionally,tree protection for the trees that will be kept on the property will be provided during grading which includes protecting the trees and the root base during construction of the site paths. 10.Concern was raised regarding the wooded nature of an area and that is very important to the community. The developer agrees completely that the wooded nature of the city is important and that it will be the responsibility of builder Ann developer to clean up the debris and not disturb any trees unnecessarily. 11. The question was raised about sewer and water being stubbed to the property and it was confirmed that that is the intention of the developer. 12. Plans for stormwater management and drainage issues was raised by a constituent. The developer responded that the engineers are working with the watershed district 2 ensure no damage from runoff water will occur and that there will be a common infiltration system on the property in a location to be determined. 13. Installation of sewer and water services is anticipated in the summer and fall of 2021 which will result in the manage shutdown of Victoria St with County highway approval for any shutdown. 14. A concern was raised with regard to the proposed last six and seven and whether they were big enough for two separate lots. Additionally, one community member was very concerned that both lots on their own were too small and solely designed to increase profit for the developer and that two homes would not be in the character of the neighborhood. The developer indicated they would look at that issue and make a determination as to the size and advisability of two lots in that location. The developer has subsequently determined that one lot is appropriate for that location rather than two. 15. A concern was raised with regard to how many homes would have to be removed for the project. Developer confirmed that no homes are planned for removal. 16. Concern was raised regarding wildlife and habitat destruction for local wildlife. Developer agrees that that is an important issue and that steps will be taken to mitigate all tree loss damage and habitat damage as possible. 17. A concern was raised regarding the common lake access for the future property owners. The developer confirmed that access to that property will be gated but that all owners will have access of some type to that area at all times. A request for a crosswalk on VictoriaStreetwas made for that locationand the developer responded that city and County guidelines would be taken into consideration for all matters related to that issue. 18.Acomment was made with respect to the gate for the common access to the Lake for property owners that a gate did notbuild “community”in the neighborhood. the developer understands that concern however it is a private access for the owners of these lots only and it isthere to protect the Association from potential unwanted access in the future. 19.Concerns were raised about driveways and access to Victoria St. The developer responded that each lot when the home is constructed, will contain its own private turn around so no one has to back onto Victoria St. That would essentially be a lateral wing on each driveway to allow for the ability of a vehicle to turn around. 20. A community member questioned the 40 mile an hour speed limit in area and ask that it be reduced to 30. Question was raised regarding the doc used by the lots East of Victoria and it was confirmed that all owners of any lot in the proposed plat would have access to that dark. 21. A question was raised with respect to dredging of material in the Lake just offshore from these lots and whether that would be allowed. Developer responded that that is not a development issue necessarily but would be a question for the DNR to approve at the appropriate time if that were requested by an owner. 22. A comment was made that the builder is constructing the subdivision and will get its money back for its expenses from the sale of each lot and that fact was confirmed for the community. 23. A comment was made that some of the neighbors in the vicinity did not get the mailing regarding the zoom meeting. 24. a community member expressed that it is difficult to Bolt in the area along the property on the southern end of Lake Owosso due to vegetation growth. There was concern that a buyer may not be able two boat and access the Lake but only view the Lake. An additional point was raised related to the value of a dock on the Lake and the developer indicated that there was no confirmation for buyers that the Lake was swimmable or boatable from those lots at this stage. Discussion continued that if buyers wanted to construct docs that would require DNR approval and that developer was giving no guarantee of that approval. 25. A Community member noted that a comment was made at the start of the meeting that the proposal was in compliance with the city code when lap six and seven still need variances from the city. Developer apologized for confusion on that point acknowledged the current proposal would need variances from the city. 26.A comment was made it was confirmed by the developer that no townhomes would be built in the area. It was confirmed that the city code determines what fits in the neighborhood and what can be built in the neighborhood and that all steps would be taken to comply with that city code. 27.A question related to the process of planning was raised. The developer responded that there is a 60-daynotice. Prior to the next City Council meeting if the project proceeds on time in the current format an estimated schedule. If things progress as the developer hoped contractors will be working on homes in June or July of 2021. 28. A comment was made regarding access to Victoria Street and that disclosure should be made to any potential homeowners with regard to the speed limit and access to Victoria St. 29. An additional concern was raised regarding individual boat slips for homes on the Lake and that will be a decision between homeowner and the Association. Community member also commented that water levels are very low in the area this year. 30. Question was raised concerning contact information for the developer. Developer indicated . that any questions could be emailed to him directly at mlmoore@yahoo.com 31. A question was raised regarding the next steps that would be taken and it was confirmed that the preliminary plat application would take place in February 2021. Public requested more information regarding notices of those meetings and information regarding the engineering packages for the development. Developer confirmed that information would all be provided to the city and would be available at normal meetings through the city or directly from the city. Victoria St. N and Orchard Ln. – Victoria Shores Park Dedication Process Established 4/25/11 - Updated 12-18 The City Ordinances as it pertains to Park Dedication is as follows: 1103.07: PARK DEDICATION: A.Authority: Minnesota Statutes 462.358, subdivisions 2b and 2c permits the City to require dedication of park land, or cash in lieu of land, as part of the subdivision process in order to fulfill its plans for recreational facilities and open spaces. The City Council, at its discretion, will determine whether park dedication is required in the form of land, cash contribution, or a combination of cash and land. To properly use this authority, the City will base its determination on existing development, the need created by the proposed development, and the plans and policies of the City embodied by the Parks and Recreation System Master Plan, Pathways Master Plan, and Comprehensive Plan. B.Condition to Approval: Park dedication will be required as a condition to the approval of any subdivision of land involving one acre or more and resulting in a net increase of development sites. The Parks and Recreation Commission shall recommend, in accordance with Statute and after consulting the approved plans and policies noted herein, either a portion of land to be dedicated to the public, or in lieu thereof, a cash deposit given to the City to be used for park purposes, or a combination of land and cash deposit. C.Park Dedication Amount: The portion of land to be dedicated in all residentially zoned areas shall be 10% and 5% in all other areas. Park dedication fees shall be reviewed and determined annually by City Council resolution and established in the fee schedule in Chapter 314 of this Code, and the fee shall be paid as part of the Development Agreement required in Section 1102.05 of this Title. D.Utility Dedications Not Qualified: Land dedicated for required street right-of-way or utilities, including drainage, does not qualify as park dedication.(Ord. 1530, 7/10/2017) es for es on ons and ons or on opportuni al loca ons for new park and on measures include the es to achieve equitable ga es, and cultures. ng parkland and open space. es. es in redevelopment areas as part onal park land in neighborhoods and ons that are lacking adequate parks and on of replacement parkland of equal or es undergo a change of use and/or density, on process to acquire appropriate land. on facili on facili greater size and value.Policy 3.2: As areas of Roseville evolve, and properland should be dedicated to the community for park purposes to ensure adequate park facilithose new uses.Policy 3.3: Determine potenacquire addiconstellarecreaPolicy 3.4: Determine locarecreaof the redevelopment process and use the park dedica Goal 3Parks and Open Space Acquisi Add new parks and faciliaccess in all neighborhoods, accommodate the desires for a range of recreaserving all ages, abiliPolicy 3.1: Ensure that no net loss of parkland or open space occurs during alteradisplacement of exisIf adverse impacts to parkland or open space take place, ensure that miacquisi ict Ť ons. es so ga on of features on programs. es. Consider the er lower lifecycle vi cance when they are ŋ es that minimize the me. ve methods for park and al cost is higher. Develop ces. vi on facili ements that o ov al of historic landscapes in parks, including ed through recognized inves ŋ physical focus of parks and recreaPolicy 2.4: Organize all parks and facilithat a component is provided for informal, non-programmed acthe community, at any Policy 2.5: Maintain parks and open space according to the standards outlined in the Park Maintenance Manual which recognizes that levels of service must be provided based on the intensity of use and purpose of the site.Policy 2.6: Use innovafacility imprcosts, even if the inipark and recreamaintenance demands on the City by emphasizing the development of well-planned parks, high-quality materials and labor-saving maintenance devices and pracPolicy 2.7: Promote and support volunteerism to encourage people to acparks and open spaces.Policy 2.8: Encourage the preservain parks considered to be of historic or cultural value, especially those features that do not conwith other park uses and acpotenagricultural landscapes or features. Work to perpetuate those landscapes and other features of historic or cultural signiiden ce ve al part of our es that take es preferred, vi vi on, age, and diversity ng art and cultural on experiences, and nancially sound system ŋ es. onal ac me available, and best prac es and ac ty and character. on needs of all city residents, vi on es that focus on community building vi es for incorpora vi on opportuni onal ac es teaching them life-long skills, and exposing ect changes in popula onal well-being, as a complement to primary Ť vi ers a visual/physical diversion from the hard Goal 2Parks Development, Redevelopment, and Rehabilita Provide a high-quality, of parks, open spaces, trails, and waterways that meets the recreaosurfacing of urban development, enhances our quality of life, and forms an essenPolicy 2.1: Evaluate and refurbish parks, as needed, to reof residents, recreaamount of leisure designs and technologies, and asset management strategies.Policy 2.2: Orient parks and programs equally to youth acacthem to a variety of recreato adult acneeds for wellness and provide a range of social interacPolicy 2.3: Focus parks on passive and acrecreaadvantage of the unique natural features. Pursue opportuniprograms, which enrich ciemo ons, as ons, and ve na ons. nding. ŋ es, and key des ons to and within parks, to open on facili Policy 4.6: Align development and expansion of non-motorized trails, pathways, community parkways, and other routes with the need to provide connecspaces, recreawell as between neighborhoods, constellasectors.Policy 4.7: Educate the public on the advantages and safe use of non-motorized trails, pathways, and community parkway connecPolicy 4.8: Develop clear and communicasignage and kiosks for way es on -road er new es for on of es that links ty features. ng resources). ons, and facili ons system plan for recrea es. on uses, including separate facili ons Goal 4Trails, Pathways, and Community Connec Create a well-connected and easily accessible system of parks, open spaces, trails, pathways, community connecneighborhoods and provides opportuniresidents and others to gather and interact.Policy 4.1: Develop, adopt, and implement a comprehensive and integrated trails, pathways, and community connecand transportafor pedestrians, and bicyclists (including ounpaved trails for bikers and hikers that ochallenges while protecPolicy 4.2: Develop, adopt, and implement a Trails Management Program (TMP).Policy 4.3: Advocate the implementacommunity parkways on the County Road C and Lexington Avenue corridors to accommodate pedestrian and bicyclist movement and inclusion of community character and idenPolicy 4.4: Maintain the trail and pathway system through all seasons.Policy 4.5: Make the park system accessible to people of all abili ed ŋ on will be ons meet ve use of the Park on to other funding ec on requirements in on regula on funds to acquire es necessary to on concept. 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Other times they create cultures and implying that all Native Americans are the same. 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It is necessary to disaggregate data so you can understand how your policies and programs impact Native Americans. If you need assistance in doing this, each region in the United States has a tribal epidemiology center that can assist you (At the very least, note that you don’t have data available for Native Americans if that and invisibility in data sets and analysis. / !Tpvsdf;!Wjoubhf!3127!Qpqvmbujpo!Ftujnbuft!)tff! * / !Uif!obujpo“t!Bnfsjdbo!Joejbo!boe!Bmbtlb!Obujwf!qpqvmbujpo-!jodmvejoh!uiptf!pg!npsf!uibo!pof!sbdf-!bnpvoufe!up!7-817-321!qfpqmf!ps!bcpvu!3!qfsdfou!pg!uif!upubm!qpqvmbujpo!jo!3127QFQ031270QFQBMM6O@tmj df>zfbsftu83127 ! Xpsl!xjui!uif!ofxt!nfejb If you work with the news media, look for opportunities to share story ideas that support the new narrative. If you see a story that perpetuates the old narrative, contact the reporter or submit a letter to the editor that brings all four themes together to correct the story and paint a more accurate picture. Suggest that reporters talk directly with Native American people or organizations to include their point of view. 4 Dibohjoh!uif!Obssbujwf!Bcpvu!Obujwf!Bnfsjdbot 37 XIBU!DBO!ZPV!EP@ 3: ! Dibohjoh!uif!Obssbujwf!Bcpvu!Obujwf!Bnfsjdbot Joufssvqu!boe!dpssfdu!uif!gbmtf!obssbujwf If you hear or see others perpetuating myths, stereotypes or other aspects of the false narrative — whether out of ignorance or blatant racism — share with them the correct information. Use the narrative and narrative-framed messages to start a new conversation. (See “Lifting Up Truths” on page 34.) ! Ijsf!Obujwf!Bnfsjdbot!Seek out and hire Native Americans in your organization. Appoint Native Americans as board members and to coalitions, advisory groups and commissions. Contract with Native artists and other professionals. Encourage your colleagues and peers to do the same. narrative with a commitment to reaching more deeply across and beyond your networks to bring Native American values, knowledge and creative voices into your work. Csjoh!Obujwf!wpjdft!joup!nfejb!boe!foufsubjonfou news media or in pop culture, commit to hiring Native Americans as producers, directors, editors, artists, writers and so forth. Commit funding to Native projects. Erase outdated, stereotypical and inaccurate depictions in your work, and do not create Native stories or representations guiding the work. ! ! com for contact Dibohjoh!uif!Obssbujwf!Bcpvu!Obujwf!Bnfsjdbot ”Uif!nptu!wbmvbcmf!usfbtvsf!jo!Ipmmzxppe!jt!b!hsfbu!tupsz/!Boe!xjui!bmmfhbujpot!pg!’gblf!ofxt-“!bvejfodft!bsf!ivohsjfs!uibo!fwfs!gps!bvuifoujdjuz/!Sfbm!wpjdft-!usvf!tupsjft!boe!qfstqfdujwft!xf!epo“u! ifbs!fwfsz!ebz!bsf!usfnfoepvt!bttfut/!Jowftujoh!jo!Obujwf!Bnfsjdbo!tupsjft-!tupszufmmfst!boe!ubmfou!jt!opu!pomz!uif!sjhiu!uijoh!up!ep-!ju“t!uif!tnbsu!uijoh!up!ep/•!Kpiboob!Cmblmfz-!Nbobhjoh!Ejsfdups- !uif!Opsnbo!Mfbs!Dfoufs Tibqf!Zpvs!Xpsl!up!Bewbodfuif!Ofx!Obssbujwf Ep!zpvs!ipnfxpsl!˜!boe!btl!gps!ifmq Don’t rely on Native Americans to teach you about how to be an ally. It is not their job to or current reality. It’s your opportunity and responsibility to learn all you can and to develop the ability to determine what is or is not appropriate. Respectfully seek with whom you’ve built relationships, and respect their critical feedback. See “Information Sources” on page 34 for some places to start. All of the organizations involved in this project stand ready to help you. Reach out with questions about data, how to build and communities to work with around reclaimingnativetruth.information.39 SUMMARY OF CONVERSATION WITH WAYNE DUCHENEUX, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE NATIVE GOVERNANCE CENTER Notes taken by Matthew Johnson, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation Phone Conversation, December 1, 2020 Comments made by Wayne: The Parks and Recreation Commission deserved praise for taking on this issue and that that showed a level of cultural awareness. Emphasized that the most important thing is that the Commission is transparent with their process. In his experience, trying to hide anything when discussing an issue like this, regardless of whether well-intentioned, will yield distrust. Also emphasized that it is important that the commission is accurate and thoughtful when sharing why this is being considered and with all messaging. The name Pocahontas is not necessarily offensive to him personally, but the Pocahontas imagery that most people know is based upon mis-information or stereotypes and is likely not helpful to native communities. He also mentioned that Pocahontas has no ties to Minnesota, so the name doesnto make much sense in Minnesota, regardless of original intention. Recommended review of Reclaiming Native Truths research study on native identity and representation in modern media. Recommended hearing from Dakota representatives since the land that the park is on was likely Dakota land. Cautioned that although this issue is important, the Commission should be respectful of Native American. This likely will not be as high of a priority for Native American representatives as it is for the Commission, though that shouldn they do not care or support the efforts. He also mentioned that the COVID-19 Pandemic has hit the Native American Communities hard and that that may be impacting some peoplebility to respond or participate in the conversation. Cautioned that these issues inflame tension and no matter where the commission lands, there will likely be unhappy people on both sides. Encouraged the commission to follow their process, make a sincere effort to understand the native American perspective and be transparent when making their recommendation. In closing, Wayne reiterated his appreciation that the Commission is examining this issue and for the thoroughness of the proposed process. RedskinstotheWashingtonFootballteam.Strongopinionswereexpressedfrombothsides, butallhaveseemedtoacceptthatchangeonceithadbeenmade. RosevilleandPocahontasParkexistsonthetraditionalhomelandoftheDakotapeople.Icould seeanargumentmadethatPocahontasisnotlocalandthattheRosevilleParksandRecwishes tohonorthelocalNativeCommunityasarationalforanamechange.Thiswouldbypassany debatesurroundingoffensivenessasarational,thatisatleastamongtheNativeperspective. Iwouldfurthersuggestthatthepark'snamebereplacedwithanameoriginatingfromthe Dakotalanguage.LocalDakotahistoriansandlanguagespeakerscanbearesourcefor identifyinganappropriatenameandspelling.Ifyoudochosethisoption,bepreparedtohear strongopinionsfromoutsideoftheNativecommunity. AlocalexampleofthisnamechangecanbefoundinthenamechangefromLakeCalhounto BdeMakaSkaortheadditionoftheDakotalanguagetoFortSnellingtoincludeatBdote.Two excellentexamplesofplacesthatstruggledwiththecomplexitiesofasimplenamechange. Myadvicewouldbetopursuethenamechange,butbeclearwiththerationalforthischange andarticulatethatrationalwell,youwillfaceoppositionfromallsides.Bychangingthename, itdemonstratestheRosevilleParkandRec'sdesiretobemoreinclusiveofallcultures, converselyifParksandRecdoesnotchoosetopursueanamechangeitcouldsendthe messagethatParkandRecacceptsandcondonesthehistoricalmisrepresentationofNative Americanpeople. OthersNativeAmericangroupsyoumayseekoutfortheiropinionsaretheRosevilleArea SchoolsIndianEducationOfficeandtheParentCommitteetheyworkwith,thestateofficeof ggestionsoff IndianEducationatMDE,ortheMNIndianAffairsCouncil.Thesearejustafewsu thetopofmyhead,Icanassisttoidentifyothergroupsifneeded. Idohopethisresponsehelpsyouinyourefforts,pleasefeelfreetocalloremailifyouhaveany questionorneedfurtherassistance, JohnBobolink 2 METROPOLITAN URBAN INDIAN DIRECTORS GROUP rd February 3, 2019 Mayor Roe and Roseville City Council Members: This letter has been written on behalf of the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors Group (MUID) a collaborative of over twenty-five American Indian organizations operating within the Twin Cities metropolitan area of Minnesota (please see the attached organizational listing). This letter is written i Pocahontas Park Name - Community Engagement and Analysis Plan introduced to the City Council on January 25th, 2021, with the ultimate goal of renaming Pocahontas Park. Metro Urban Indian Directors (MUID) is a network of Native-led organizations serving the Urban Indian Community in the Twin Cities. Nearly 30 years ago, the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors (MUID) group was formed by Executive Directors of American Indian organizations in Minneapolis to support each other in their work providing services to the American Indian Community. Today, the work of MUID is supported by a Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Minneapolis and a Memorandum of Agreement with Minneapolis Public Schools. MUID supports the renaming of Pocahontas Park for many reasons. First and foremost, Pocahontas did not come from a tribal nation affiliated with what is now known as the state of Minnesota, but from the Pamunkey Tribe of what is now known as the state of Virginia. Additionally, Pocahontas has been over sexualized and stereotypically used in media in ways that degrade Native women and feeds into the harmful stereotypes of sex servitude, exotic fetishism, and sexual violence. This is illustrated by the current crisis of our Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. Finally, renaming this park provides an opportunity to truly honor this place with a name that centers around the landscape and/or the original people of the land where this park is situated. The renaming process also serves as an opportunity for education and collaboration. Renaming local sites with processes and names that truly honor and involve the original people of this land is a powerful action of reconciliation. By naming or renaming places with Indigenous place names, the original people of this land can reclaim their relationship to these spaces that hold their cultures and languages, which have barely survived government imposed forced assimilation and genocide. Indigenous place names can represent important historical events and legal principles, such as the case with some creation stories. They can convey important features of the site and teachings on how to live in good relations with others and the land. There is a strong connection between the re-establishment of Indigenous place names, and the revitalization of Indigenous languages and cultures. In an effort to support this re-naming process, MUID is happy to make the following recommendations for engaging the Native American community in this process: Connect with local, federally recognized Dakota communities (Prairie Island Indian Community, Shakopee Mdewakanton Dakota Community, Lower Sioux Indian Community, Upper Sioux Community) to share work to date and garner feedback Connect with urban American Indian groups like MUID, Saint Paul Indians in Action (SIA), and the Minnesota Indian Affairs Council Urban Indian Advisory Board to share work to date and garner feedback dian education department and staff Formation of a Native-led park name recommendation committee with stipends that honor the time and knowledge of committee members (interested individuals may be identified through the above engagement process) We thank you for the work you are doing in your community to make this park a place that is welcoming to all members of the Roseville community and its visitors. Pidamaya yedo/Miigwech/Wibthaha/Pinigigi/Thank you, Letter Authors: Maggie Lorenz Executive Director & Wakan Tipi Center Director Marissa Cummings President and CEO SIGNED BY THE FULL MUID MEMBERSHIP Listing of Voting Member Organizations within the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors Group: 1. Ain Dah Yung Center 2. All Nations Indian Church 3. American Indian Community and Development Corporation 4. American Indian Family Center 5. American Indian OIC 6. Bois Forte Urban Office 7. The Circle Newspaper 8. Division of Indian Work 9. Fond Du Lac Urban Office 10. Indian Health Board 11. Indigenous Peoples Task Force 12. Little Earth of United Tribes 13. MIGIZI Communications 14. Mille Lacs Band Urban Office 15. Minneapolis American Indian Center 16 17. Mni Sota Fund 18. Native American Community Clinic 19. Native American Community Development Institute 20. Nawayee Center School 21. New Native Theater 22. Red Lake Twin Cities Embassy 23. Upper Midwest American Indian Center 24. Wakan Tipi Center 25. White Earth Nation Urban Office Listing of Ex-Officio Member Organizations within the Metropolitan Urban Indian Directors Group: 1. City of Minneapolis American Indian Community Specialist 2. Hennepin County Medical Center American Indian Advocate 3. Minneapolis Public Schools Department of Indian Education 4. Minnesota American Indian Chamber of Commerce tğƩƉƭ ğƓķ wĻĭƩĻğƷźƚƓ /ƚƒƒźƭƭźƚƓ /ƚƓƭźķĻƩƭ ƷŷĻ bğƒĻ ƚŅ tƚĭğŷƚƓƷğƭ tğƩƉ 5ƩğŅƷ ǒƦķğƷĻ ЋΉЍΉЋЉЋЊ The Parks and Recreation Commission is currently examining the name of Pocahontas Park after concerns were raised that the name may be offensive, and if so, result, the Commission has been learning more about the subject. At recent meetings, the Parks and Recreation Commission learned more about who Pocahontas (birth name Matoaka), was, heard feedback from representatives of Native American groups, received feedback from residents and discussed the issue. Based on initial conversations, the commission has developed an Engagement and Analysis Plan based upon the Government Alliance on Race and Equity (GARE) Racial Equity Toolkit and the draft HRIEC engagement best practices. The Parks and Recreation Commission is planning to hear more from Native American communities, Native American residents of Roseville, neighbors of Pocahontas Park and other Roseville residents who are interested in the conversation. To learn more about the Pocahontas Park name conversation, visit cityofroseville.com/parks. From:Matthew Johnson Cc:Lonnie Brokke Subject:Resources for further Examination of the Pocahontas Park Issue Date:Friday, February 19, 2021 6:57:03 AM Attachments:image001.png Commissioners: I hope all is well. At our meeting in February, you had expressed a desire to learn more about Native American expert perspectives as we continue to examine the name of Pocahontas Park. I wanted to send out a couple of resources that have been recommended that could be helpful in your examination. Reclaiming Native Truths is a nationwide research study on Native American identity and the impacts of Native American portrayal. Research findings Guide for Allies A Roseville resident sent a recommendation regarding a Citizens League webinar, Why Treaties Matter. Below is a link to that webinar. Why Treaties Matter, and How They Shape our Communities Today These resources (and others) will be included in your packet next week, but given that they are longer, I thought it would be helpful if I got them out to you in advance of the meeting. Please let me know if you have any trouble with any of the links. Thank you! Matt From:noreply@civicplus.com To:*RVParksCommission Subject:Online Form Submittal: Contact Parks and Recreation Commission Date:Friday, January 29, 2021 10:40:16 AM Caution: This email originated outside our organization; please use caution. Contact Parks and Recreation Commission Please complete this online form and submit. upper villa park Subject: Contact Information roger hess jr Name: Address: roseville City: MN State: 55113 Zip: No need to contact me How would you prefer to be contacted? Remember to fill in the corresponding contact information in the fields below. Phone Number: Email Address: commissioner, Please Share Your Comment, Question or it would be nice if you could add to your 2021 plans, steps or a Concern pathway from the playground equipment to the swings at upper villa park, near B-Dale Club. it is very difficult for us old guys to follow our grandchildren up and down that hill. just from a liability issue point of view, i think this should be constructed. thank you for your consideration! roger roger hess jr