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. PARKS, RECREATION, AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Minutes for meeting on: June 4, 2008
ITEM 1 Call to order.
The meeting was called to order in the Council Chambers at 6:01 p.m.
ITEM 2 Roll call.
Committee members present were: P. Messinger, T. Goodwin, J. Hayes, K. Miller, S. Kelly, J. Peterson,
and H. Lovelace. Roger Walia was not in attendance. Also present were Parks and Recreation Director
Steve Michaud, Environmental Resources Manager Mac Lafferty, and Recording Secretary T J. Ruter.
ITEM 3 Approval of May 21, 2008 meeting minutes.
The minutes of the May 21, 2008 Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee meeting were
presented. They were approved as written.
ITEM 4 Citizen comments.
Chair Kevin Miller welcomed some members of Boy Scout Troop 268 to the meeting. The Scouts were
attending the meeting to work on various merit badges. Chad Wengenroth of 16361 Grinnell Avenue
spoke on behalf of the group and explained that he was the Eagle Scout candidate who did the plantings at
the Lakeville Veterans Memorial Gardens. He thanked the committee members for letting the Scouts
observe the meeting.
• ITEM 5 Staff reports and summary of current projects.
Steve Michaud reported that the backstop at Fairfield Park should already be moved at this tune. Danny
Har)o was very appreciative of the City's willingness to cooperate. He also told Steve that the gxoup of
boys were there on Sunday, but were hanging around the playground area. Once the police drove by the
area, they scattered quickly. Steve reiterated to Mr. Harjo that the new placement of the backstop may or
may not alleviate the issues. Chair Miller inquired if the police are patrolling the area frequently. Steve
Michaud replied that they axe and the police presence might be a strong deterrent. Pat Messinger
commented that it might take a little while to normalize, just like the initial issues with Valley Lake Park's
redevelopment.
ITEM 6 Appaloosa Farm First Addition final plat.
Steve Michaud explained the background information concerning this plat. The Park and Open Space
System Plan does not identify the need for public open space in this planning district, so a cash
contribution for the three new lots will be required. Mac Lafferty explained that there were no significant
environmental issues associated with .the plat. He showed members the bio-retention areas and basins on
the overhead.
(08.17) Motion made by Goodwin and seconded by Messinger to recommend City Council consider
approval of Appaloosa Farm First Addition final plat. The City's Park and Open Space System Plan does
not identify a need for public open space within the Appaloosa Farm First Addition. Additionally, there is
no proposed sidewalk or trail construction associated with the development of the plat. Therefore, a cash
contribution is required to satisfy the park dedication fee for the three new lots. The 2008 park dedication
is calculated as follows: $4,747.00 per single family lot multiplied by three lots equals a total of $14,241.00.
• Finally, the developer is required to follow any other recommendation outlined in the Planning and
Engineering reports as they pertain to this plat. The developer is also required to follow the natural
resources requirement detailed in the Planning and Engineering reports associated with tree preservation,
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grading, drainage, and erosion control and further recommendations by the Dakota County Soil and Water
• Conservation District, if applicable.
Ayes-7 Nays-0
Motion passed.
ITEM 7 Crescent Ridge Second Addition final plat.
Steve Michaud explained the details of the plat. Because there is no park land required in the plat, staff is
recommending a cash contribution for this development. He also commented on the compromise with
Joe Miller Homes to have this plat be phased to coincide with the City's transition from the existing 1998
Comprehensive Land Use Plan and Stated MUSA Expansion map the 2008 version of the plan and MUSA
map. At this -time, the developer will final plat 371ots.
Mac Lafferty also discussed the environmental aspects associated with the plat.. The developer was asked
to follow the recommendations for all plantings and staff asked for additional erosion control and
infiltration basins; there are no wetlands on site and no significant trees. Overall, there are not a lot of
environmental issues associated with this plat.
Tom Goodwin asked if there were any significant changes from the preluninary plat. Mac Lafferty replied
that there were some elevation changes, but no major changes overall. Steve Michaud then summarized
the details of the trails and sidewalks and items to be escrowed.
(08.18) Motion by Messinger and seconded by Lovelace to recommend City Council consider
approval of the Crescent Ridge 2"d Addition final plat. The City's Comprehensive Park Plan does not
identify any parkland needs in the area of the subject site. Therefore, park dedication requirements are to
• be satisfied as a cash fee in lieu of land. The park dedication fee is calculated as follows: $4,747/single
family lot multiplied by 37 lots equals $175,639.00.
Eight foot wide trails will be constructed on both sides of 194`'' Street along with a future ten foot wide
trail along both sides of Holyoke Avenue when it is upgraded to a parkway in the future. A trail will also be
constructed on the south side of 190x'' Street. The developer must post a cash escrow for 5/8 of the cost
of the future trail along Holyoke Avenue adjacent to the plat being final platted into lots and blocks. The
escrow for the future trail construction is calculated as follows: $15.00/linear foot multiplied by 257.78 feet
multiplied by 5/8 equals $2,416.69.
The future trails on 194' Street will also be constructed by the developer. The developer shall be fully
responsible for the grading and restoration and 5/8 of the cost for the aggregate base and bituminous
paving. The City shall provide the developer a credit to the park dedication amount for 3/8 the cost of the
aggregate base and bituminous pavement. The credit will be placed towards the park dedication and is
calculated as follows: $15.00/linear foot multiplied by 1,760 feet multiplied by 3/8 equals $9,900.00.
In summary, the total park dedication amount to be paid is calculated as follows:
$175,639.00 (calculated park dedication fee) minus $9,900.00 (calculated trail construction credit) equals
$165,739.00 (total park dedication amount to be paid)
All internal local streets, including Heath Court, will have five foot wide concrete sidewalks on one side.
193`d Street will have five foot wide concrete sidewalks on both sides. All sidewalks will be paid for and
constructed by the developer.
Finally, the developer is required to follow any other recommendation outlined in the Planning and
Engineering reports as they pertain to this plat. The developer is also required to follow the natural
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resources requirement detailed in the Planning and Engineering reports associated with tree preservation,
• grading, drainage, and erosion control and further recommendations by the Dakota County Soil and Water
Conservation District, if applicable.
Ayes-7 Nays-0
Motion passed.
ITEM. 8 Unfinished business.
Steve Michaud reported that East Community Park is looking beautiful and the landscaping is currently in
progress. There is a minor issue with the drinking fountain which is being addressed this week. Also, the
concrete slabs for the picnic shelter should also be poured this week. The bridge company has started to
put the decking on the bridge. Finally, Steve reported that Tradition is doing 10K and 5K fun runs at the
Spirit Barn site in late June. They are going to have a barbeque at the site after the event, so hopefully the
bridge will be completed in time.
Steve Michaud reminded committee members that the next meeting is the Annual Park Tour. They will be
travelling straight to East Community Park and touring some of the refurbished barns in the Spirit of
Brandtjen Farms development.
Steve Michaud reported on some recently received complaints and inquires with regard to the delay in
developing the Fieldstone neighborhood Park (D.R. Horton development). Steve has been in touch with
the neighborhood's main point of contact and she is distributing his letter of explanation to the other
residents. He explained the park dedication ordinance as well as the exciting development at East
Community Park. She and her neighbors were not aware of the new park development at all. Residents
• were still disappointed that the park development has been pushed to 2009.
Steve Michaud explained that staff is working on the 2009 CIP projects. At this time, the two projected
projects are likely to be Fieldstone Park as well as collaboration with the Lakeville Soccer Club to irrigate
North Park. Unfortunately, the current economic climate is not favorable for park dedication revenues at
this time. Finally, Steve explained to committee members that the park dedication fees now coming
through the committee axe helping to pay for the 50-50 matching grant with Tradition Development for
East Community Park.
Mac Lafferty gave everyone an update on the rain garden at Casperson Park. The rain garden's purpose
would be to help filter the water and debris from the boat launch parking lot before it enters the lake. The
Environmental Resource Department had leftover money from the Casperson Shoreline Restoration
Project to use for this project. Furthermore, Mac reported that the DNR has given them the authorization
to proceed with a completion date of July 1. He showed committee members some photos on the
overhead and gave the project timeline. The plantings will be done by an Eagle Scout candidate on June
14. It should be a nice amenity for the park once it is completed. Also, Mac requested that the rain garden
be included on the Annual Park Tour route.
Mac Lafferty gave an update regarding the 205`'' channel stabilization project. His staff received a grant
from the Vermillion River Watershed for a feasibility and design study. Mac showed photos of some cut
banks and explained the composition of the highly erodible soils. Barr Engineering is working on the
design study. He also reported that the neighborhood meeting was held on June 3 and went well overall.
He also explained that the plans were 50-70 percent complete at this time. There is minimal tree loss in the
• area with the exception of trees that are falling into the bank already. Staff is planning to plant 70-80 trees
as well.
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Mac Lafferty then showed the members additional photos and gave some design details from Barr. He
• also explained the project's timeline; another project fell through at the last minute, so the Vermillion
River Watershed District has money available yet this year. Staff will likely start the project at the end of
the summer (2008), construct it over the winter months, and complete it by spring 2009. Chair Miller
asked if the neighbors expressed any concerns. Mac answered that the neighbors in attendance did not
have any major concerns. Staff will keep them informed during the entire process. The next step will be to
mark the trees to be removed; the residents have already been asked to move their fire pits, sheds, etc.
Finally, Steve Michaud gave an update on the 207`'' Street and Dodd project and how City staff has been
working with Dakota County to find a safe solution for the pedestrian crossing in that area. Steve sketched
a quick map for the committee member and explained the traffic hazards that were occurring in that
location. He explained the rerouting of the trail and pedestrian traffic and announced that the project is
nearly completion. The new trail has been paved and sod will be laid shortly.
ITEM 9 New business.
Chair Miller asked staff for an update on the feasibility of a bond referendum this year. Steve Michaud
reported that the survey by Decision Resources was completed last week. The results will first go to a City
Council Work Session at the end of June. Steve also reported that the City received positive feedback and
compliments during the survey process. However, his initial thought is that the timing is not quite right for
a bond referendum at this time due, in large part, to the economy. He suggested that a referendum might
have more of a chance to pass in the next two to three years. He will share the results of the survey with
committee members as soon as City Council has reviewed and discussed the information.
• Pat Messinger commented on the increased usage at Casperson Park because of the new soccer field
complex. She inquired if there is a timeline to replace the playground there. Steve Michaud explained that
it was on the replacement schedule, but a group came forward to fund the project through donations. To
date, over $40,000 has been raised towards the goal of $80,000. The group is hoping to have the necessary
funds raised by the end of the year. It is being donated in honor of a young boy who died.
Finally, the members discussed how the Casperson Park playground site is still very popular for kids in the
5-12 age range. Pat Messinger expressed that the playground is not really ideal for children under five year
of age. Steve Michaud agreed and explained that the playground equipment standards have changed since
that playground was installed; the new playground will have a section for younger children.
ITEM 10 Announcements.
The next meeting of the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Committee is scheduled for June 18,
2008 at 5:00 p.m. (Ritter Farm Park).
The July 2 meeting may or may not be cancelled. Staff will continue to keep committee members updated.
ITEM Adjourn.
The meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.
Respectfull sub ~ d,
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Ta J Ruter, Recording Secretary