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HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-19 • CITY OF LAKEVILLE PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMITTEE MINUTES AUGUST 19, 1992. ITEM 1. -Call to order. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM by Chairman Illa. ITEM 2. -Roll call. Present were H. Lovelace, L. Lulf, G. Grenz, K. Illa, A. Ray, mond and P. Messinger.. Committee member Larson was attending a Hennepin Parks-Scott County, trails meeting as a liaison of the Lakeville Parks and Recreation Committee. Also present were Park Director Steve Michaud and Recording Secretary Judi Ryan. ITEM 3. -Minutes of Auggust 5, 1992. The minutes of the August 5, 1992 Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee meeting were discussed and approved as printed. ITEM 4. -Citizen Comments. Mary Liz . Holberg and Jay Blanchard were present at the meeting to update the committee on the Communit Playground pro'ect and to ask for approval of the final concept plan. ~he plans have ~een modified slightly by thinning the trees where needed and adding a tot maze and a second .access to one area of the playground. The rough grading should be done this week and other preparation work for the protect will follow shortly. • With four weeks until construction they are about $20,000 from their goal, but are opptimistic about raising the funds by their deadline as support seems to be increasing both from private citizens and businesses. 92.20 It was moved by Messinger, seconded by Lulf, to recommend to City Council approval of the final concept pplans for Land of A-Maze-ment to be built at North Park from September 16-20, 1992. Motion passed. Because of the large number of people in attendance to hear the Lynwood South .issue, it was decided to move to Item #7 on the agenda. ITEM 7. -Review and discuss Lynwood South 2nd Addition and make park dedication recommendation to City Council. Scott Johnson, president of Arcon Construction, gave committee and several citizens a brief history and update of the .plat. Along with the proposed plat, he showed Alternate A which is designed with a cul-de-sac rather than a through street which he stated would preserve about 80 more trees than the proposed plat. This proposal would have required a variance for cul-de-sac length, which was not approved by the City.. He further stated that the City has not made a formal proposal to him concerning what they specifically wish to ac wire as park land. Arcon Construction wishes to receive market value ~or their land. He showed committee where a small wetland area, about 3/10 of an acre, would have • to be filled in and where a new wetland and sedimentation basin was created as a wildlife nesting area and habitat. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes • August 19, 1992 Page -2- David Kranz, 17261 Jade Court, is a science teacher at Eagan High School and sees great ppotential for park land in the area. He feels the area is u 1 ique and easily accessible from many neighborhoods. The area would fi 1 a niche for a brief natural experience as five different ecosystems are supported by the area. Mr. Kranz pointed out the various wetland areas on the plat and the large oak stands. He feels the property would be a good candidate for prairie restoration and suggested the area could be used as an .education area for the sciences, especially for elementary age students and added that the City is in need of such areas. S. Michaud pointed out that there are several natural wetland and conservation areas in the City and named some examples: Cedar Highlands; several acres surrounding North Park and Foxborough Park; many greenways and linear parks; Cherryview Pond trail, Dakota Heights Park II; and Lakeridge. Even though ,there are several of these areas, the City is always interested in preserving more wetlands and wildlife habitats. Tom Laudin, 17200 Jasper, stated that with the proposed plat his property would become a corner lot and his neighbor would have streets on three sides of his property. He is concerned about the aesthetics and property values of the neighborhood and also about what kind of a park would be built. The neighbors had felt the cul-de-sac idea was the most aesthetic • and a good compromise; He further stated he would not be opposed to a passive park, although it would be his first choice that the area not be changed m any way. Chairman Illa told the citizen that neighborhood meetings are held to gain input prior to development of new park areas. Member Raymond asked about ownership of the actual wetland, whether the lot lines extended out into the water and was told that was the way the plat was proposed. Scott Johnson said the park dedication ordinance states that 10% of land can be required for dedication, but with eight acres of wetlands and 15 acres of usable land, he feels that the eight acres should be deducted before the 10 % dedication is calculated. Staff stated the ordinance is 10% more or less of the gross land amount of the .plat. Scott Johnson also stated that the Parks and Recreation Committee's recommendation on the Stonebriar plat for park land had land-locked 1,000 feet of his shoreland on Goose Lake. John Demetriou, a Lynwood North resident whose property is affected by the through street m this proposal, asked the Parks and Recreation Committee not to approve the plat because of the detrimental effect it would have on their lots and the surrounding area. He asked them to consider the cul-de-sac version of the plat to avoid allowing his • property to be triple fronted. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes August 19, 1992 Page -3- Bob Boehmer 17263 Jasmine Court, stated that he would support a natural environment for the park land, along with saving the maximum amount of trees and filling of the wetland area if a new wetland area was created. Chairman Illa explained to the citizens present that the Parks and Recreation Committee does not approve or disapprove plats, but rather makes recommendations to City Council on park and trail issues. Jim Fisher, 17107 Jasper Lane, said there are many people from all around the area who walk around the streets of their neighborhood. He feels a significant amount of people would use the park and especially trails in the area. He feels the wetland should be included in the calculation of park dedication and the natural, beautiful area should be saved. Chairman Ilia answered another citizen's question concerning the purpose and function of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. Scott Johnson exppressed his displeasure with having the Stonebriar plat design changed , b~ the planners and staff prior to .his plat getting through the. City s approval process. Staff recapped the three recommendations made by Northwest Associated Consultants in their report of August 13, 1992. These recommendations were: 1. Accept a land donation of 10% based on the tota123 acres. 2. Trade the piece of property accepted for a park land donation in Stonebriar for an equal iece of property in Lynwood South to keep the property in, Lynwood ~rom being land locked. 3. Accept land in lieu of cash for the trail dedication requirements with a trail to be built around Goose Lake to the common grounds in Lynwood North, Chairman Ilia wanted the citizens and the developer to know that most committee members have walked the area and are very familiar with the property in question and the beautiful nature areas it holds. Member Messinger feels the land is a valuable asset to the community and supports recommending property for park land. Member Grenz talked about proper public access and possible parking areas for the property. He assured the citizens that the master plan would minimize the impact to the area. Tom Kranz said that a good access to the property would be from the area next to his property. Committee member Lulf said he regrets that the ark property was not acquired previously and commended the neighbors for getting involved and coming out m support of parks. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes August 19, 1992 Page -4- Staff talked about the park system plan and how many areas are already earmarked as park land to be developed in the future, much the same as this piece of property. Possible uses envisioned by staff would be a passive development with a chipped trail and benches along the shoreline. Parking may not be necessary m this small of a park. Raymond asked what would happen if the City could not come to terms with the developer.. Although there are many differences of opinion at this time, City staff is confident that a solution will be reached. 92.21 It was moved by Messinger, seconded by Lulf, to recommend to City Council that the following re uirements satisfy the park and trail dedication ordinance for Lynwood~outh 2nd Addition. 1. Land be accepted in lieu of cash at the rate of 10 % of the gross area of the plat, or 2.32 acres. 2. The trade of 2.18 acres of land from the Stonebriar plat for land within the Lynwood South plat. 3. Land be accepted to satisfy the trail dedication requirements, such land to be a trail corridor around the entire shoreline of Goose Lake to the common ground in Lynwood North. This should be located at a minimum width of 15' from the ordinary high water mark. A voice vote was taken on the motion: Aye: Lovelace, Lulf, Illa, ,Raymond, Messinger Nay: Grenz, because it is his opinion that this solution makes no one Larson aabpstained because he arrived at the meeting during the later part of the discussion. ITEM 5. -Staff reports. Staff informed the committee that City Council had approved the Antlers Park lagoon improvement project at their August 17th meeting, along with the final concept of the Crystal Lake Golf Estates. Installation of the septic system has begun at Ritter Farm Park. Parkview Park ballfield project is almost ready for seeding. A couple of complaints have been received about the project; one was about the trees being cut down and the other was from a citizen who was concerned about balls hitting her house. The trees will be replaced in appropriate places in the park this fall. The distance to the concerned homeowner's house should be adequate for youth baseball, however, the issue will be monitored. .Staff reminded committee members that the Community Fair and the Haunted Forest are coming up and volunteers will be needed for these events. ITEM 6. -Review and discuss Lake Villa Golf Estates 7th Addition and make recommendation to City Council. • Staff informed committee that developer Herb Wensmann has consented to work with the City to construct a mini park in Lake Villa and will also Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes • August 19, 1992 Page -5- work to get the trail connection on Judicial Road to the west Orchard Lake area which will connect this neighborhood to the trail and park system. Vest Park is the designated neighborhood park for the area. 92.22 It was moved by Raymond, seconded by Grenz, to recommend to City Council that a cash contribution be accepted to satisfy the park dedication requirements for Lake Villa Golf Estates 7th Addition. Motion passed. ITEM 8. -Review and discuss Todd Addition and make park dedication recommendation to City Council. Staff reminded committee that this plat is located near Hollins Ave. and 205th Street and consists of splitting the property into two lots. 92.23 It was moved by Messinger, seconded by Larson to recommend to City Council that a cash contribution be accepted to satisfy the park dedication requirements for Todd Addition. Motion passed. ITEM 9. -Review of ordinance establishing Park Dedication fees. Due to the lateness of the evening. and the amount of time committee wishes to dedicate to this issue, it was suggested that this item be • tabled until a future meeting. Staff informed the committee that if this issue is tabled, it will not be discussed until the September 16th meeting, as all committee meetings have been cancelled for the first week of September. 92.24 It was moved by Messinger, seconded by Lovelace, to table the discussion concerning park dedication fees until the next meeting and make it a priority at that meeting. ITEM 10. -Unfinished Business. There was no unfinished business at this time. ITEM 11. -New Business. Member Larson reported. to the committee on the meeting he had attended earlier in the evening with Henne in Parks and Scott County concerningg trail issues and the connection ofpregional parks. He was disappppointed to learn that no plans are included for a connection via the 1VIurph - Hanrehan Park to the rest of the metro area. From the easterly to the westerly border of Murphy-Hanrehan is approximately one mile and staff suggested that grants could possibly be investigated which could aid in funding for this short trail connection. A representative from Hennepin Park system will be in contact with City staff. Member Lulf complemented Jeff Larson on the MRPA Social which had taken place at Casperson Park on Auggust 14th. Recognition should be given to sponsors of the event TKDA, 1Vlinnegasco and Alcorn Beverage. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee Minutes August 19, 1992 Page -6- Committee also complemented City staff on the Casperson Park grand opening which took place on August 9th. Those who attended the event enjoyed themselves despite the day's intense heat. Staff also wished to thank Minnegasco for the donation of the tree which was planted to dedicate the park. Staff wished to commend Renee Brekken, Ron Wawrzon and the staff of olice, fire fighters and volunteers for the tremendous success of the ~afety Camp program which took place last week. Much praise has been received from the parents of the 75 program participants. ITEM 12. -Announcements. The next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee will be September 16, 1992 at 7:00 PM. ITEM 13. -AdJ'ourn. The meeting adjourned at 9:40 PM . Respectfully submitted, Judi y n, Recordm Secretary ~ ~ .Kevin Illa, Chair jr •