2004-01-13 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Tnesday January 13, 2004
6:30 p.m. —Council Chambers
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. November 13, 2003 Minutes
4. Recreation Programmer's Update
5. Clifford Timm: Snowmobiles on Rogers Lake
6. Changes to "Rules and Rental Fees for Use of City Parks and Property"
7. Txail Planning
8. Grant Programs Available
9. Verbal Updates
• Playground Improvements in 2004
• Wagon Wheel Trai]/Rogers Lake Improvements
• Buckthorn Control
• Clifford Timm Article
• E-mail Addresses
• Police Report
10. Other Comments
I1. Adjourn
Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 120 hours
in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights
will make every attempt to provide the aids. This may not, however, be possible on short
notice. Please contact City Administration at (651) 452-1850 with requests.
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
NOVEMBER 13, 2003
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held
on Thursday, November 13, 2003 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 1101 Victoria
Curve. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 p.m.
The following Commissioners were present: Chair Richard Spicer and Commissioners
Larry Craighead, Paul Portz, Stan Linnell, and Raymond Morris. Commissioners Dave
Libra and Missie Hickey were excused from the meeting. City Staff present were
Recreation Programmer Teresa Gangelhoff, Parks Project Manager Guy Kullander and
Administrative Assistant Patrick C. Hollister. Mr. Hollister took the minutes.
MINUTES
Commissioner Portz moved to approve the September 9, 2003 minutes with revisions.
Commissioner Morris seconded the motion.
AYES:
NAYS:
RECREATION PROGRAMMER'S UPDATE
Ms. Gangelhoff presented the Recreation Programmer's Update.
WAGON WHEEL TRAIL UPDATE
Mr. Kullander reported that the scheduled closing of Wagon Wheel Trail would occur on
Thursday, November 6"', when removal of trees and brush was originally scheduled to
begin. The roadway may reopen following this operation, but once excavation equipment
or project materials begin to arrive the roadway will be barricaded. Scheduled excavation
cannot begin until the Xcel power lines had been "cut and dropped" in the area where the
excavators and cranes will be working. Electrical service to the residents east and west of
the construction area on Wagon Wheel Trail will be "back -fed" and these residents should
experience little, if any, disruption in service. Beginning next week a gas line will be re-
routed around the excavation area and the water main exposed and off -set. Installation of
coffer dams and de -watering of the site will also begin next week followed by the
installation of support pilings for the replacement cross culvert. If no other unforeseen
delays occur the project should still be completed by the first week in December.
PILOT KNOB EAW
Mr. Hollister provided an update on the Pilot Knob EAW process.
COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Mr. Hollister reported that there are a number of Commission appointments that expire
on January 31, 2004: Planning Commission: Eric Hesse, Chris Dolan, Sally Lorberbaum;
Parks and Recreation Commission: Paul Portz, Dave Libra; Airport Relations
Commission: Vern Edstrom, and John Roszak. Mr. Hollister said that the City Council
has asked those Commissioners who are interested in being reappointed to please send a
letter to the City expressing their desire to serve again. Mr. Hollister said that letters
should be directed to Linda Shipton, and should be received no later than November 15'h.
2004 PARK PLANNING BUDGET
Mr. Kullander reminded the Commission that at their September meeting they had
amended the Parks Commission's budget request to the Council from $7000 for invasive
species eradication to $5000 for a parks referendum study as a first priority, with invasive
species eradication as a secondary priority. Mr. Kullander informed the Commission that
the Council would be holding a budget workshop next Wednesday, November 19, 2003.
Mr. Kullander said that he would provide a memo to Council conveying the Parks
Commission's request for $5,000 for park planning.
Chair Spicer asked how the Parks Commission could advocate for this $5,000 more
strongly.
Mr. Hollister invited Chair Spicer to call City Administrator Jim Danielson to talk about
the issue.
LEXINGTON TRAIL PROJECT UPDATE
Mr. Hollister presented materials submitted by Civil Engineer Marc Mogan on the
Lexington Avenue Trail.
Commissioner Craighead complemented Mr. Mogan on his progress with the Lexington
Avenue Trail.
OTHER COMMENTS
Commissioner Li el asked if the Town Center redevelopment would include a trail on
the east side of Dodd Road from Highway 110 to Marie Avenue.
Mr. Kullander said
that as part of the Town Center development, the
trail would
go
from
Highway 110 to the edge of the church property, but that continuing
the trail all
the
way
to Marie Avenue was not planned at this time. Mr. Kullander said that continuing the
trail all the way to Marie would involve boulevard areas in front of residents' homes and
that they may object to such a trail.
Commissioner Linnet said that he would like to see the trail eventually go all the way up
to Marie Avenue.
Commissioner
Craighead
complemented the
Public Works
Staff s efforts in removing
roots from the
Lexington
Avenue Trail north
of Highway 110,
Chair Spicer asked about the status of the bench donation program.
Mr. Kullander said that four benches were donated in 2002, and that none have been
donated so far in 2003.
Chair Spicer asked about the status of the playground equipment.
Mr. Kullander said that he had sent out RFPs for four parks and had also ordered the
skateboard park. Mr. Kullander said that he anticipated placing this item on the January
Parks Commission agenda.
Commissioner Linnet suggested that the topic of trail planning be on the January Parks
Commission agenda. Commissioner Linnel said that it would be good to get outside
money to help with upgrading the Valley Park trail as part of the NURT trail program.
ADJOURN
Motion made to adjourn by Linnet and seconded by Portz.
AYES:
NAYS:
The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
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Date: JANUARY 7, 2004
To: PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
From: TERESA GANGELHOFF
RE: NOVEMBER, DECEMBER PARKS AND RECREATION REPORT
Celebrate Mendota Heights
Look for the Park Celebration to be held next June 5t". If you would like to sponsor an event
or donate time please contact Teresa.
Senior Trips
We now have winter/spring trips planned. All our trips are co -sponsored with West. St. Paul
Seniors and Thompson Park Senior Center. A list is attached of the upcoming senior trips.
Youth Trips
The Holiday Break trips on December 29 h (bowling and movie) was popular with 21 kids from
Mendota Heights taking part. We have 3 spring break trips in the works.
Ski Trips
Ski trips are cancelled we did not get enough kids to fill the bus between the three cities.
Skating Lessons
Our skating instructor -Rebecca Rehn will be offering lessons on Saturdays starting in
January at Friendly Hills Rink. We needed to add two more classes -Smalls and
Tails and another beginners class but dropped the freestyle and adult lessons.
Ice Rinks
Ice Rinks opened December 17 and have been closed only 3 days so far because of
weather. I hired 4 new attendants and one sub. We opened for the first time on New Years
day at the request of the Mayor and all three rinks were very busy that day.
Tennis
I will be adding a pre-school tennis program on Thursday's this summer. The rest of the
program is in place to run the same as last year except we will run the lessons according to
ability.
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2004 SENIOR TRIPS
(You may register now at Mendota Heights City Hall for the following trips. Register early as trips fill quickly!)
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A "I DO! I DO!" AT THE SHOWBOAT �
Board the Minnesota Centennial Showboat docked at Harriet Island and enjoy lunch brought directly from
D'Amico (three -cheese lasagna with roasted red peppers, artichokes &mushrooms with tomato basil sauce, �
caesar salad with garlic croutons and shaved parmesan, seasonal vegetables, freshly baked bread with sweet
butter, Chef s choice of assorted bars, coffee (regular & decaf) or iced tea). After lunch take a seat in the
Auditorium and enjoy the performance of "I DO! I DO!" presented by the Actors Theatre of Minnesota.
Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2004
Cost: $53
Depart: 12:00 noon - Mendota Heights City Hall Return: 4:00 PM
Deadline for registration: Monday, January 19
MILL CITY MUSEUM
(Thompson Park pick up only on this trip but you may still register at Mendota Heights City Hall)
Take a riding tour of the new Mill City Museum and see the birthplace of Minneapolis at St. Anthony Falls and
0 the historic riverfront area. Learn about mining and the "Mississippi Mile". The guide points out many
Minneapolis institutions along with a few art and civic locations. Enjoy lunch at the Mill City Museum Cafe
G with catering by D'Amico and even visit the gift shop at the Museum after lunch. Take a tour of the new
® Museum that reveals the roots of "Mill City".
0 Date: Thursday, March 25, 2004
Cost: $47
Depart: 10:00 AM Arrive: 3:00 PM at Thompson Park Activity Center
Deadline for registration: Monday, March 8
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TIM CONWAY & HARVEY KORMAN -TOGETHER AGAIN
(Thompson Park pick up only on this trip but you may still register at Mendota Heights City Hall)
® There will be lots of laughs when these two are back TOGETHER AGAIN onstage. You will remember them
best from THE CAROL BURNETT SHOW where they entertained audiences for years with humorous skits
and antics. They also have a long list of movie, theatre and T.V. credits. The bus will stop on the way home
at a fast food restaurant (TBD-on your own -not included in
Q price) so you won't have to worry about cooking dinner after the show!
PLEASE NOTE: We were only able to obtain balcony seating for this show. Please be advised that this
theatre DOES NOT have an elevator and you will have to use steps.
Date: Sunday, April 18, 2004
Cost: $57.00
Depart: 3:00 p.m. Return: approx. 7:45 p.m. at Thompson Park Activity Center.
Deadline for registration: WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18
EDGEWATER 8 SPRING CONCERT
Enjoy a lunch at the Medina Entertainment Center along with a performance by the Edgewater 8. Edgewater 8
will perform a Special Tribute to the Big Bands, a Live Version of the radio show The Kraft Music Hall, music
from Julie Andrew's first Broadway show "The Boy Friend", and the always popular "Sentimental Medley".
Date: Tuesday, April 20, 2004
Cost: $53
Depart: 10:15 AM Return: 3:50 at Mendota Heights City Hall
Deadline for registration: Monday, March 29
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Watch the next Heights Highlites and 55+ Newsletter for more information and registration for these
upcoming trips:
May 6-Isn't it Romantic at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
May 26-Pirates of Penzance at the Guthrie
d Week of June 21-Trip to Minnesota Arboretum and lunch.
August 22-Throughly Modern Millie at the Ordway Center
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City of Mendota Heights
MEMORANDUM
January 6, 2004
Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manger/
Subject: Request from Clifford Timm to allow Snowmobiles on North Roger's
Lake for the purpose of "herding" fish
Background:
Mr. Clifford Timm wishes to use a snowmobile(s) on the north portion of Roger's
Lake to "herd" or drive fish from the north portion of the lake into that portion of the lake
south of Wagon Wheel Trail where the lake aerator is installed in Roger's Lake Park.
The recently installed culvert allows a water depth of up to three and a half feet below
the top of the lake control structure that should be "open" throughout the winter months.
Mr. Timm is convinced that sound or loud noise can be used to scare or "drive"
the fish thereby lowering the potential winter kill of fish in the north portion of the lake.
Existing City ordinances do not allow the use of snowmobiles within the City
Limits,
Discussion:
I informed Mr. Timm that he should make a formal request (see attached letter)
first to the Park and Recreation Commission and then the City Council, because this
request is similar in nature to the yearly request from St. Thomas Academy to allow a
motorized boat on Roger's Lake for its environmental and water quality testing each
spring.
Recommendation:
Mr. Timm will be present at tonight's meeting to further explain his request.
Action Required:
Make a recommendation to the City Council.
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Memorandum
January 8, 2004
TO: Guy Kullander /Park Board
FR: Mike Aschenbrener
RE: Herding Fish by snowmobile
Introduction
1 have received a request to grant permission for Clifford Timm to use a
snowmobile on Rogers Lake to move fish from the north lake to the south lake.
Backoround
The City of Mendota Heights prohibits the use of snowmobiles on public and
private property by ordinance 6-6-2. To use them on private property you are
required to have permission from the property owner. We have received two
complaints about snowmobiles operating illegally with in the City during the
winter of 2003-2004.
Having used a snowmobile and ATV to ice on many occasions I do not believe
that herding of fish would be achieved by operating a snowmobile on the ice of
Rogers Lake.
The Police Department would not be against the operation on a weekday during
a specific time period. Mr. Timm should notify each of the property owners and
the City in writing as to the date and times that he would be driving his
snowmobile.
It would be appreciated if some monitoring was done during herding to determine
if it was an effective effort.
Recommendations
Allow Clifford Timm to herd fish on these conditions:
• The City has no liability for parties on the ice of Rogers Lake
• Notification of all affected parties is done, including date and times
• Herding occurs on a weekday after mid morning
• Monitor the culvert to determine effectiveness
Attached
City Ordinance 6-6-2: Snowmobiles
C:\DOCUME-1\L,INDAS-1.MH7�LOCALS—I\Temp\Herding Fish.doc
City of Mendota Heights
MEMORANDUM
January 8, 2004
Memo to: Parks &Recreation Commission
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager./k
Subject: Update "Rules and Rental Fees for use of City Parks &Property"
Background:
The last update to the rules and rental fees for use of City park facilities was
adopted by the City Council in 1996,
Discussion:
Attached for your review are recommended modifications to the existing policy.
A majority of the proposed changes are clarification of specific items brought to the
attention of staff over the past several years or ones that were not clearly defined.
There are three recommendations that may be of concern to previous groups
that reserve park facilities. First would be the imposition of a $25.00 Reservation Fee for
all permits issued that is non-refundable, with no exceptions. This would also apply to
reservations of neighborhood parks for picnics or family events. The intent of this fee is
to offset office administrative costs for recording and processing of permits. I expect that
the total revenue from imposition of this fee will be in the $2,500.00 to $3,000.00 range
per year (100 to 120 permits). Last year there were approximately 75 + picnic and 30 +
field reservations issued.
Second would be collection of rental fees at Mendakota Park for the invitational
tournaments) sponsored by the MHAA baseball program. All in-house tournaments as
well as school or religious groups would retain their current exemption from rental fees
and as has been past practice, only pay for requested field preparation or other extras.
Rental fees for use of the Mendakota Park facility for invitational tournaments would be
approximately $250,00 for a two-day tournament and $350,00 for a three-day event, not
including any additional requested services. Due a clerical lapse or misunderstanding
these fees have not been collected the past few years.
Third would be the lifting of the MHAA exemption of not having to provide a
damage deposit(s) for their special events/tournaments. Damage deposits are
necessary so that the City can draw from this deposit for extraordinary clean up or trash
removal, or when repair of damage to the facility is required. This deposit does not have
to be per event but could be collected on a seasonal basis to cover multiple events. All
other groups that rent the facility for tournament use provide damage deposits.
Recommendation:
Review the information provided.
Action Required:
If the Commission desires to revise the existing policy they should make a
recommendation to the City Council.
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City of Mendota Heights
MEMORANDUM
January 8, 2004
Memo to: Parks &Recreation Commission
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager
Subject: Trail Planning
Background:
At the November meeting the Commission suggested that Trail Planning be a
future agenda item.
The 2004 City Budget does not provide direct funding for Park Planning but
within the Public Works Budget for Parks there are funds available for "Professional
Fees -Engineering". This line item, based on previous year's expenditures, was
established to compensate the Engineering Department for time spent on park projects,
preparation of park improvement feasibility studies, or staff time attending Commission
meetings.
9iscussion:
Without a defined goal or project I am reluctant to expend too much time on this
topic. I keep abreast of upcoming planning issues within the City and will update the
Commission when there are possible trail connections or links that could be part of any
future project.
Recommendation:
If the Commission has a specific trail project or goal in mind pass a motion
directing me to prepare a feasibility study for consideration at a future Commission
meeting.
City of Mendota Heights
January 8, 2004
Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager
Subject: Grant Programs Available
Background:
From time to time the Commission has requested staff to keep abreast of
possible funding grant opportunities that may be applicable to a current or future City
project.
The following recent projects received outside funding support:
1. DNR installation of fishing pier at Roger's Lake Park - $20,000
2. DNR installation of permanent lift station for aerator in Roger's Lake - $35,000
3. DNR shoreline restoration project in Roger's Lake Park - $8,000
4. DNR Metro Greenway Planning Grant for development of a Natural Resources
Management Plan for Mendota Heights - $101000
5. Private donation from Cliff Timm for Roger's Lake culvert project - $50,000
Attached is a request for proposal recently forwarded to me by Commissioner
LinnellI
Discussion:
The City Council declined to include funding in the 2004 City Budget for Park
Planning efforts. Without support from the City Council or some community group(s) I
do not believe that funding to support an in-house or outside planning effort would be
authorized by the Council.
Recommendation:
If the Commission has a particular projects) they would like to see developed
they should direct staff to prepare a feasibility study for consideration at a future
Commission meeting.
Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources
December 2003
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FUNDING BEGINNING: JULY 1, 2005
DEADLINE TO SUBMIT: FEBRUARY 20, 2004
FIRM DEADLINE: POSTMARKED BY OR RECEIVED AT THE LCMR OFFICE BY 4:30 P.M.
Background Information...........
Pg.
2
2005 Funding Priorities ...........
Pg.
3
Matching Grant Programs ..........
Pg.
4-5
Continuation Projects .............
Pg.
5
Evaluation Criteria..... I ..........Pg.
6
Submission Requirements .........Pg.
7
Proposal Format. . . ............ w
. Pg.
6-9
Eligible & Non -eligible Costs ........
Pg,
10
Process Timeline... w . w ...........
Pg.
11
MS 116P Trust Fund Expenditures ...
Pg.
12
The LCMR has identified the following funding
priorities for the 2006-2007 biennium.
. Water
. Habitat
. Energy
. State Parks, Recreation Areas, Trails
and other enhancements to the State
Outdoor Recreation System
. Matching Grant Programs
. Continuation Projects
f` FUNDING SOURCES:
MN Environment & Natural Resources Trust Fund - $30 million
Great Lakes Protection Account —to be determined
Land &Water Conservation Fund (LAWCON) - $1.6 million
**all dollar amounts are estimates**
Page 2
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
LCMR MEMBERS
SENATORS
Jim Vickerman, Chair
Ellen Anderson
D. Scott Dibble
Dennis Frederickson
Linda Higgins
Pat Pariseau
Carrie Ruud
Dallas Sams
David Tomassom
Charles Wiger
REPRESENTATIVES
Lyndon Carlson
Doug Fuller
Tom Hackbarth
Larry Howes
Phyllis Kahn
Jim Knoblach
Mark Olson
Joe Opatz
Dennis Ozment
Kathy Tingelstad
Membership as of
December 2003
DEADLINE FOR SUBMISSION:
February 20, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.
This is a firm deadline. Hard copies
must be postmarked by or received at the
LCMR office by 4:30 p.m.
FINAL PROPOSALS MUST BE
SUBMITTED IN HARD COPY.
Final proposals sent by e-mail or fax
cannot be accepted.
SUBMIT PROPOSALS TO:
Legislative Commission on MN Resources
Room 65, State Office Building
100 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
St, Paul, MN 55155
ELIGIBILITY —OPEN TO EVERYONE:
Application is open to everyone, as long
as there is a demonstrated public benefit.
The LCMR is an ADA/equal opportunity
employer.
The spirit and intent of the LCMR is to
provide access to EVERYONE who has
innovative ideas for environmental and
natural resource projects with a distinct
public benefit which reflect the
Commission's adopted Funding
Priorities. No grant -making or lobbying
assistance is necessary for success. The
R LCMstaff will assist in proposal
development.
For a complete list of eligible and non -
eligible costs see page 10.
PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION:
Projects are intended for atwo-year
duration (July 2005 to June 2007),
however, LCMR will consider requests
for multiple biennium funding.
PROPOSAL ASSISTANCE:
LCMR staff are available to assist
proposers and answer questions or review
draft proposals. If you would like
proposal development assistance, staff
can assist you by phone, e-mail, fax or by
appointment.
Phone:(651)296-2406
Fax:(651)296-1321
e-mail: Icmr@commissions.leg. state.mn.us
FUNDING BACKGROUND:
Funding Priorities are reviewed and
adopted every two years. The priorities
are for projects to begin July 2005. The
order of the Funding Priorities does
not reflect any prioritization.
Although other proposals may be
considered, adopted priorities will be
given first consideration. The priorities
apply to all funding sources. Proposers
are requested to respond to a funding
priority not a funding source.
Reinvest in Minnesota: RIM related
activities are eligible and may be
recommended for funding by the LCMR.
(M.S. 84.95)
If land acquisition is part of the priority it
includes both conservation easements and
purchase of development rights.
LCMR Page 3
2005 FUNDING PRIORITIES
The LCMR has identified the following funding priorities for
seeking proposals for the 2006-2007 biennium.
WATER CITIZEN
"u Improve the quality and/or quantity of ground and surface ADVISORY
waters. COMMITTEE (CAC)
for the Trust Fund
HABITAT A the Governor
Acquire, restore or protect fish, wildlife and native plant PPointedb r
habitat.
District 1 & At Large
John Kvasnicka
ENERGY District 2
Develop and promote efficient energy resources which are Nalani Mccutcheon
a clean, renewable and/or innovative. District 3
Janet McMillan
District 4
t STATE PARKS, RECREATION Greta Hesse Gauthier
AREAS TRAILS AND OTHER District
®f' ENHANCEMENTS TO THE STATE Nancy Gibson, Chair
e
OUTDOOR RECREATION SYSTEM James Nelson
(AS DEFINED IN MS 86A.04) District 5&At Large
David Hartwell
District 6
MATCHING GRANT PROGRAMS Catherine Thayer Nicholson
The LCMR intends to recommend money to support the four District 7
matching grant programs: 1) Local Initiative Grants
Kristin Eggerling
Program, 2) Local &Regional Trails, 3) Metropolitan
Regional Parks & Trails, and 4) Local Water Management District 8
Matching Challenge Grants, listed on page 4 & 5. Submit Ann Glumac
to the identified program, not the LCMR.
Vacancy
If interested in serving on the
CAC contact the Secretary of
State's Office, Open Appoint-
�1° C. O N T I N U A T I O N PROJECTS ments, at 651-2e6-5845 or
i wwwsos.state.mn.us/
In an effort to continue the work started by LCMR funding,
consideration will be given to the list of projects listed on Membership as of
pg. 5. December 2003
Page 4
MATCHING GRANT PROGRAMS
If your proposal fits one of the grant programs listed,
DO NOT submit a proposal to the LCMR. The
LCMR intends to recommend money to these
programs. Directly contact the individuals listed for
grant proposal format and information. The format on
pages 8 & 9 is not applicable to these programs.
1) LOCAL INITIATIVES
GRANTS PROGRAM
The LCMR intends to recommend money to support
the matching grants program in the Department of
Natural Resources (DNR) for Local Initiative Grants
for the following types of projects:
Outdoor Recreation Matching Grant Program (for
counties, cities and townships) for acquisition,
development and/or redevelopment costs of local
parks and recreation areas.
Regional Park Matching Grant Program (for
cities, counties, townships located outside the seven
county metropolitan area) for acquisition,
development and/or redevelopment costs of regional
parks.
Natural and Scenic Area Matching Grant
Program (for cities, counties, townships and school
districts) for acquisition of natural and scenic areas
(up to $500,000).
Conservation Partners Matching Grant Program
(for private/nonprofit organizations and local
governments, including cooperative projects involving
local governments) provides assistance (up to
$20,000) for projects that enhance fish, wildlife and
native plant habitat or for research or survey projects
related to habitat enhancement.
Environmental Partnerships Matching Grant
Program (for private/nonprofit organizations) to help
carry out a variety of projects to help protect and
enhance our natural environment (up to $20,000).
For further information about the Local Initiative
Grants Program and submitting a proposal contact:
Wayne Sames, (651) 296-1567, or e-mail:
wayne.sames@dnr.state.mn.us
Do not submit proposals to the LCMR, submit
directly to the Local Initiative Grants Program.
2�xt C AND REGIONAL
TRAILS
The LCMR intends to recommend money to support
the Local and Regional Trails program during the
biennium beginning July 2005.
Local Trail Connections Matching Grant Program
(for cities, counties and townships) to develop trail
connections between communities and existing park
and trail facilities (up to $100,000).
Regional Trail Matching Grant Program (for
es, counties and townships) to develop new long
distance trails of regional significance (up to
$250,000).
For further information about the Local and Regional
Trails Grants and submitting a proposal contact: Tim
Mitchell, (651) 297-1718, or e-mail:
.mitchell@dnr.state.mn.us
Do not submit proposals to the LCMR, submit
directly to the Local and Regional Trails program.
METROPOLITAN REGIONAL
PARKS AND TRAILS
The LCMR intends to recommend money to support
Metropolitan Parks and Trails programs during the
biennium beginning July 2005.
Projects eligible for funding through the Metropolitan
Parks and Open Space program will only be
considered as part of the Metropolitan Council's
2004-2009 Regional Parks Capital Improvement
Program (CIP).
For information about the 2004-2009 Regional Parks
Capital Improvement Program, please contact: Arne
Stefferud, (651) 602-1360 or e-mail:
ame.stefferud@metc.state.mn.us
Do not submit proposals to the LCMR, submit
directly to the Metropolitan Council and Parks
Open Space Commission Capital Improvement
(CIP) Program.
439 LOCAL WATER
MANAGEMENT MATCHING
CHALLENGE GRANT
The LCMR intends to recommend money to support
the implementation of priority activities identified in
state approved local water management plans via the
Board of Water and Soil Resources Local Water
Management Challenge Grant Program during the
biennium beginning July 2005.
Eligible applicants are counties, watershed
management organizations, watershed districts and
soil and water conservation districts that have been
delegated under the M.S. 103B.301 local water
management program.
Potentially fundable implementation categories and
some example activities include:
Land and Water Treatment includes activities
applied to the land or a water resource such as erosion
control structures, shoreline protection measures, in -
lake restoration projects.
Planning and Environmental Controls includes the
development of lake management plans, official
controls relating to water, linking comprehensive
plans to land use plans.
Monitoring and Modeling includes activities such as
citizen monitoring networks, modeling ground water
flow or surface water runoff.
Inventory and Mapping includes conducting
detailed inventories of drainage systems, wetlands or
feedlots.
Education and Information includes workshops and
seminars.
For further information about the Local Water
Management Challenge Grant Program and
submitting a proposal contact: Marybeth Block, (651)
297-7965, or e-mail:
marybeth.block@bwsr. state.mn.us
Do not submit proposals to the LCMR, submit
directly to the Local Water Planning Challenge
Grant Program.
Page 5
CONTINUATION PROJECTS
Continued from page 3 .. .
To be considered, the following Continuation
Projects proposals must be submitted and meet all
application requirements. The continuation project
proposals will be evaluated according to the same
criteria as all other proposal submissions. These
projects include:
ML 2003, Ch. 128. Art. 1, Sec. 9, Subd.
• 5(h) Developing Pheromones for Use in Carp
Control
• 5(i) Biological Control of European Buckthorn
& Spotted Knapweed
• 6(f) Gitchi-Gami State Trail
• 6(h) Mesabi Trail
• 7(b) Accelerating & Enhancing Surface Water
Monitoring for Lakes & Streams- Results 1 & 2
• 8(a) Minnesota County Biological Survey
• 8(b) Updating Outmoded Soil Survey
ML 2001. 1st Snecial Session. Ch. 2, Sec. 14. Subd
• 8(a) Evaluating Timber Harvesting and Forest
Management Guidelines
Page 6
EVALUATION CRITERIA
• LCMR members will
review ALL of the
proposals for
consideration.
• No proposals will be
eliminated by the LCMR
staff or the Citizen
Advisory Committee
(CAC).
• LCMR staff will sort all
proposals by Funding
Priorities and rank them
according to the Criteria
for use by the LCMR &
CAC members during
their initial selection
process.
• Trust Fund expenditures
must conform to the Trust
Fund law (MS 116P.08—
see back page)
• All projects are subject to
additional proposal
requirements:
accessibility, data
availability, land
acquisition, and
recyclable material
requirements.
Information located at
www.lcmr.leg.mn
Project Managers and partners must be accountable and
able to complete project objectives.
The criteria will be applied as one part of the proposal
evaluation and recommendation process. The total potential
score for each criterion is written in parentheses. All points will
be awarded on a sliding scale. (up to 50 points total)
• Long-term Impact (up to 10 pts)
• Demonstrated Outcomes (up to 10 pts)
• Project Readiness (up to 7.5 pts)
• Innovation (up to 7.5 pts)
• Statewide/Regional Significance (up to 5 pts)
• Partnerships (up to 5 pts)
• Leverage Other Funds &Resources
(up to 5 pts)
Total possible points (up to 50 pts)
LCMR Page 7
SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Please Submit:
4 Items - 3 Copies of Each
1) Proposal - 3 page limit.
2) Map - showing project site(s) - "The format is designed to
1 page limit, black & white. be simple and does not
3) Project Manager Qualifications require pro
and Organization Description - 1 grantsma
page limit.
4) Letter or Resolution - For non -profits and local
units of government (state/federal agencies and
universities are excluded) submit a letter or
resolution authorizing proposal submission.
fessional
king.
"
1) Proposal-3 page limit
• Send 3 copies of proposal (maximum of three 8
1/2 x 11 sheets - single sided).
• Leave a blank one inch margin at the bottom.
• The proposal must be in the format explained
on pages 8-9 and is limited to three single sided
pages.
• Minimum font -type size is 12. This page is
typeset on 12 points.
• Project title should be clearly marked on the
top of each page.
• Plastic covers, plastic bindings, and staples will
NOT be accepted.
• The proposal format is designed to provide
concise information. It begins with a brief
project summary of intended results, followed
by a description of specific project results and
budgets associated with completion of the
activities of the project.
• Proposal Template: A template of the
proposal format is available on the LCMR web
page at: http://www.lcmr.leg.mn
2) Map
Send 3 copies of a map (maximum of one 8
1/2 x 11 sheet - single sided). Should be easy
to duplicate. NO COLOR MAPS.
Be site specific to the project. Maps should
be clearly legible, with enough orientation to
bring a reader to a quick understanding of the
location of the project within the city, county,
region and/or state.
3) Project Manager Qualifications
& Organization Description
Send 3 copies of Project Manager Qualifications
and Organization Description (maximum of one 8
1/2 x 11 sheet - single sided).
In this document include the project manager
description 01 qualifications and responsibilities
pertaining to this specific project proposal. It does
not need to be a complete resume.
The organization description should be a simple,
brief explanation of the organization and its
mission. One to two sentences. e.g. Local
Government Unit, 501 (c)(3) etc.
4) Letter or Resolution (if applicable)
Send 3 copies of the letter or resolution. For non-
profits and local units of government send a letter
or resolution authorizing proposal submission
from their governing board. State / federal
agencies and universities are excluded from
submitting this.
LCMR staff are available to assist
proposers, answer questions and
review draft proposals.
PROPOSAL FORMAT (3 PAGE LIMIT)
LCMR Proposal 2005 (repeat this phrase in the upper let hand corner)
Title: (limit 8 words) -repeat on the top ofeach page submitted, including submissions ofmap and of project
manager qualifications and organization description.
Total Biennial Project Budget: (requested f•om LCMR) $
Other Funds (explain in IV. B.)
Priority: (state the title of the funding priority responding to, e.g. Water)
Manager: (One name only. Note: list team members under IV. A. Project Partners)
Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: (be sure to provide a reliable phone number in case of questions)
E-Mail: (if available)
Fax: (if available)
Web Address: (if available)
Location: (Where will the work impact? Be as specific as possible e.g. county, city, township, stream or lake
name, and map coordinates.)
I. PROJECT SUMMARY AND RESULTS: The summary is LIMITED TO 30 WORDS and must be a fee
standing summation of the project. Be specific. Provide a clear, concise summary of the proposed project and
its results. It is important that the summary be able to stand on its own as a description of the proposal
because it will be used with the project title as the project description during the proposal review.
II. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT RESULTS: Begin this section with a brief explanation as to WHY this
project needs to be done and the specific outcomes of the project.
Break the project into specific results. Indicate the budget for each result. FOR EXAMPLE:
Result I "Title of Activity" Budget: $Assign a lump sum cost (budget) to each discrete result.
Give a detailed description of the activity you are proposing to do and the outcomes. Be specific. For
example, indicate miles of trail acquired and developed, acres impacted, number ofpeople reached.
Further breakdown the Result budget dollar amount into these categories. ONLY LIST THE CATEGORIES
THAT APPLYTO THE RESULT LISTED:
Personnel: $
Equipment: $
Development: $
Acquisition: $
Other (Spec): $
LCMR
PROPOSAL FORMAT
Result 2 "Title QfActivity" Budget: $Assign a lump sum cost (budget) to each discrete result.
Give a detailed description of the activity you are proposing to do and the outcomes. Be specific. For
example, indicate miles of trail acquired and developed, acres impacted, number of people reached.
Further break down the Result budget dollar amount into these categories. ONLY LIST THE CATEGORIES
THATAPPLY TO THE RESULT LISTED:
Personnel : $
Equipment: $
Development: $
Acquisition: $
Other: (Spec) $
ADD ADDITIONAL RESULTS AS NEEDED: SAME FORMAT AS ABOVE
III. TOTAL PROJECT REQUEST BUDGET: (In this section describe the details ofyaur budget. The
budget for each result above will be a summary.)
All Results: Personnel: $ (who is getting paid to do what, their % of full time employment for the project
period)
All Results: Equipment: $ (what equipment, to be rented or purchased — a general description and cost)
All Results: Development: $ (improvement to land or building)
All Results: Acquisition: $ (how many acres, also who will hold the title to the land)
All Results: Other: $ (Describe the specific activity and cost):
TOTAL BUDGET: $ (requested from LCMR)
IV. OTHER FUNDS &PARTNERS:
A. Project Partners: Ifthe project has cooperators (project team), list rxames and agency/entity affiliate.
Specifically state the dollar amount each cooperator will receive fi•om the dollars requested in this proposal.
B. Other Funds being Spent during the Project Period: What additional money will be spent on the project
during the fundingperiod, cash or inkind? State the source of the other funds.
C. Past Spending: List the money spent or to be spent on this specific project, cash or inkind for the 2-year
time frame prior to July 1, 2005.
D. Time: If the proposed project will exceed two years, explain completely the additional time and funding
requirements.
Page 10
ELIGIBLE & NON -ELIGIBLE COSTS
ELIGIBLE COSTS
Eligible costs aze those costs drectly incurred through Project
activities that are solely related to and necessary for producing
the work products described in the approved Work Program
during the appropriation period. All dollars are awarded on a
reimbursement basis, unless specifically authorized.
Eligible costs may include the following and are eligible only if
specified in the approved Attachment A of the Work Program.
Eligible costs must be documented as specified in the
Reimbursement Manual available from the authorized contract
person for the State:
Expenditures incurred only after the effective date is the
approved Work Program. No expenditures will be allowed after
June 30, 2007 unless approved by specific law;
Capital expenditures for facilities, equipment & other capital
assets as expressly approved in the Work Program. For
expenditures greater than $3,500, the Recipient must include in
the Work Program an explanation as to how all the equipment
purchased with the appropriation will continue to be used for the
same program through its useful life, or, if the use changes, a
commitment to pay back to the Environment & Natural Resources
Trust Fund an amount equal to either the cash value received or a
residual value approved by the director of the LCMR if it is not
sold;
c. Computers, if unique to the project and specifically approved m
the work program;
d. Materials and supplies specific to the project and incoming freight
charges for them;
e. Publication & printing costs (including the process of
composition, plate -making, press work, & binding & the end
products produced) necessary for contract administration; work
products production; &biennial reports relating to work program
accomplishments;
f. Transportation &travel expenses such as lodging, meals, &
mileage of personnel involved in the Project in the same manner
and in no greater amount than provided for in the current
"Commissioner's Plan" promulgated by the Commissioner of
Employee Relations and as provided by LCMR or, for University
of Minnesota (U of M) projects, the University of Minnesota plan
found at http://www.fpd.fmop.umn.edu/groups/ppd/doc=ents/
policy/travel.cfin. Allowable meal & lodging expenses are for
employees only. Purchasing meals for others is not an allowable
expense. All out of state travel must be explicitly approved in the
Work Program;
Wages &expenses of salaried Recipient employees if specified
and documented in the Work Program. For State Agencies: use
of
unclassified staff only OR request approval for the use of
classified staff
accompanied by an explanation of how the
agency will backfill that part of the classified staff salary
proposed to be paid for with this appropriation. This is subject
to specific discussion and approval by LCMR;
Fringe benefit costs limited to salary, FICA/Medicme,
retirement, and health insurance of Recipient's employees if
specified in the Work Program;
Professional services specified in the approved Work Program
that are rendered by individuals or organizations not a part of
the Recipient;
j. Eligible expenditures incurred after the effective date of the
approved Work Program and before the effective date of their
Agreement.
NON -ELIGIBLE COSTS
Non -eligible costs for reimbursement mean all costs not
defined as eligible costs, including but not limited to the
following:
a. Any costs incurred before the project is authorized, 7uly 1,
2005 or Work Program approval; whichever is later;
b. Fund raising;
c. Taxes, except sales tax on goods and services;
d. Insurance, except title insurance;
e. Attorney fees, except for acquisition and clearing title to land;
f. Loans, grants, or subsidies to persons or entities for
development;
g. Bad debts, late payment fees, finance charges or contingency
funds; Interest, Investment management fees;
h. Lobbyists, Political contributions;
i. Memberships (including subscriptions and dues);
j. Indirect costs, such as office maintenance, office utility costs,
refreshments for staff, decorations, office material & supplies;
k. Directors or officers salary;
I. Office rental fees (including storage space rental);
m. Publications & periodicals;
n. Merit awards and bonuses;
o. Employee worksite parking;
p. Entertainment; Gifts and prizes; Food and refreshments;
q. Audio visual equipment;
r. Advertising costs;
s. Communication costs incurred for telephone calls, postage, and
similar services. Purchase of communication devices such as
pagers, cell phones, personal data assistants (PDAs);
t. Computers (unless unique to the project & specifically
approved in the work program).
LCMR
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AUGUST-OCTOBER "�
• Resource Evaluation and state-wide site visits.
• Citizen Input Forum on Natural Resource funding
priorities on web site. Over 475 responses were
received.
• LCMR Commission & Citizen Advisory
Committee joint Strategic Planning Seminar on
priorities & criteria for Trust Fund expenditures
• Citizen Advisory Committee develop a draft
strategic plan for the Trust Fund as advice to the
LCMR.
NOVEMBER
• The CAC presented recommended draft Strategic
Plan for the Trust Fund to the LCMR Commission
DECEMBER
• LCMR adopted Strategic Plan & RFP for the Trust
Fund
• The Request for Proposals (RFP) is issued
electronically mid -December. RFP mailed end of
December.
2004
FEBRUARY
February 20, 2004 at 4:30 p.m.
This is a firm deadline. Hard copies must be
postmarked by or received at the LCMR office by
4:30 p.m. Faxed or e-mailed proposal will not be
accepted.
MARCH—APRIL
• Staff and outside review ofproposals—criteria
applied and proposals scored and ranked.
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PROCESS TIMELINE
MAY
• The CAC determine advice to the LCMR for
proposals to be asked in for a presentation.
• LCMR initial review of proposals received.
• LCMR selects proposals for further review to be
asked in for presentations. All proposers will be
notified (first cut) whether or not they have been
selected for further review.
JUNE - JULx
• Presentations on proposals selected for further
review
• After presentations, CAC meets to determine advice
to the LCMR for Trust Fund funding.
• LCMR meets to determine final recommendations
to the 2005 Legislature.
• Revised proposals are due to the LCMR on
recommended projects.
OCTOBER—NOVEMBER
• Research projects are reviewed by an outside
scientific peer review panel.
2005
JANUARY
• LCMR recommendations presented to the
Legislature
FEBRUARY - APRIL
Legislative review and appropriation.
•
MAY —TUNE
• Final legislative actions on proposals, signed by
governor
• LCMR meets to adopt work programs
DULY
• July 2005—June 2007: Project Implementation.
LCMR Staff* MS 116P.08 TRUST FUND
John Velin, Director
Susan Thornton
Susan Von Mosch
Sandy Smith
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EXPENDITURES; EXCEPTIONS. .
Subdivision 1. Expenditures. Money in the (7) administmtive and investment expenses
trust fund may be spent ONLY for: incurred by the state board of investment
in investing deposits to the trust fund;
(1) the reinvest in Minnesota program as and
provided in section 84.95, subdivision 2;
(2) research that contributes to increasing the
(3) collection and analysis of information
that assists in developing the state's envi-
ronmental and natural resources policies;
(4) enhancement of public education, aware-
ness, and understanding necessary for the
protection, conservation, restoration, and
enhancement of air, land, water, forests,
fish, wildlife, and other natural resources;
(5) capital projects for the preservation and
protection of unique natural resources;
(6) activities that preserve or enhance fish,
wildlife, land, air, water, and other natu-
ral resources that otherwise may be sub-
stantially impaired or destroyed in any
area of the state;
(8) administrative expenses subject to the
Subdivision 2. Exceptions. Money from
the trust fund may not be spent for:
(1) purposes of enduonmental compensation
and liability under chapter I I5B and re-
sponse action under chapter 115C;
(2) purposes of municipal water pollution
control under the authority of chapters
115 and 116;
(3) costs associated with the decommission-
ing of nuclear power plants;
(4) hazardous waste disposal facilities;
(5) solid waste disposal facilities; or
(6) projects or purposes inconsistent with the
strategic plan.
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City of Mendota Heights
MEMORANDUM
January 8, 2004
Memo to: Park &Recreation Commission �%
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager
Subject: Buckthorn Removal
Background:
At the request of the Commission the City Council included $7,000.00 in the
2004 City Budget for control of Buckthorn and other invasive plants.
Discussion:
The City Council approved a contract with Prairie Restorations to remove
buckthorn from Hagstrom-King Park and a portion of the Copperfield Ponds area (see
attached memo).
Removal of buckthorn utilizing the slash and cut method is scheduled for
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday (January 12in 14tn and 15tn) weather permitting.
This memo is for information onl
City of Mendota Heights
MEMORANDUM
December 31, 2003
Memo to: Mayor, Council Members, and City Administrator
From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager
Subject: Approve Contract for Buckthorn Control/Management
Background:
The City Council has designated eradication and control of Buckthorn from City
parks and property as a "high priority" and established a budget of $7,000.00 in 2004 to
begin this effort.
Buckthorn is an invasive plant that grows quickly, spreads rapidly, and chokes
out native plants. Effective programs to rid an area of buckthorn can take from five to
seven years with the majority of the effort required expended in the first year followed by
periodic oversight and treatments for several years to prevent re-establishment of the
plants.
Discussion:
I met with Prairie Restorations, Inc. (a firm engaged by the City since 1992 to
manage the native plantings at Ivy Pond and more recently Kensington Pond and
Roger's Lake beach area) to discuss various proven control measures that we can
pursue to begin managing, what will be a multi -year task, control of Buckthorn in City
parks.
Uprooting of plants disturbs the soil bringing dormant seed to the surface that
then germinates. Burning, although effective, is often times not acceptable in residential
areas. Cutting and treatment with herbicides is very cost effective and is most often
done from October thru February, depending on snow cover. Once cut there are several
options available. The total plant can be left in place to decompose (cheapest method),
the branches and trunk(s) can be cut into small pieces and left to decompose (cost
effective), the plants can be cut and hauled away (very labor intensive -costly), or the
plants can be cut and burned on site (less costly then hauling, but the issue of burning
comes into play). All cut methods include specific herbicide treatment of the cut trunk
which is left a couple of inches above the ground followed by a broadcast herbicide in
the spring to control newly germinating plants.
With a working budget of $5,000,00 Prairie Restorations estimates that they
could completely clear all of Hagstrom-King Park and a part of the Copperfield Ponds
area, or if the Copperfield Ponds area is the first priority they estimate that a majority of
the pond area can be done within that budget.
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If approved, work would begin in mid -January if conditions (snow cover) allow. A
letter informing homeowners in the vicinity of the proposed operation(s) describing this
work effort plus information on Buckthorn control will be sent before cutting begins.
Recommendation:
I recommend that the City Council authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order to
Prairie Restorations, Inc. for a time and materials contract, not to exceed $5,000.00, for
removal of Buckthorn plants in Hagstrom-King Park and Copperfield Pond area, utilizing
the "slash -and -cut' method (plants cut into small pieces and left in place to
decompose). Cut stems will be treated with herbicide as they are cut. A follow up
contract, next spring/summer for a "broadcast herbicide application" of the same area
will be under a future purchase order/contract.
Action Required:
If the City Council desires to begin removal and control of Buckthorn in
Hagstrom-King Park and/or Copperfield Pond area they should authorize staff to issue a
Purchase Order with a not to exceed budget of $5,000,00 to Prairie Restorations.
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The main thing is ill can
make for better fishing.
That's what pleases me."
—Cliff Timm, West St PaulK
Cliff Timm
to fish. Always has.
Now the 84-year-old
West St. Paul man is contributing his
dollars to ensure that other anglers
find good fishing for years to come.
By Jon Lentr
Special to the Star Tribune
hen Cliff Timm was grow-
VVing up on a farm in south-
ern Minnesota, he would
fish every chance he got.
With nothing more than a wil-
low pole, a piece, of string, a safety
in and some worms, he'd ramble
off to a nearby lake or the Minneso-
ta River to catch sunfish.
"I just loved to fish," Timm, 84,
said. "I'd get up early in the morning
with my flashlight —it'd be dark yet
— and go down on the dock By the
time they rung the bell [for break-
fast] at 7 a.m., I'd have 70 or 80 sun-
fish. It'd be one right after another."
"Sometimes when I was sup-
posed to be hoeing corn I'd sneak
off down by the river," he added
with unrepentant cheerfulness.
A longtime resident of West St.
Paul, Timm earned a reputation as
a supporter of metro, area, fishing
projects. His thin, slightly hunched
figure is familiar at metro area city
council meetings and legislative
sessions, where he relentlessly pro-
motes fish -feeding programs,
geese control, and water preserva-
tionprojects.
He donates tens
oI thousands of dol-
1 is for piers, aera-
tors and pond -relat-
ed research — in-
cluding about
$70,000 already this
year. And when he
has time, usually at
least once a week,
he still does some
fishing.
"The main thing
is if I can make for
better fishing,"
MENDOTA HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT
INCIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS
4: 03003806 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Suspicious Occupied Vehicle
DATE: 11/08/2001 13:01:Ot OFFICER: Lambert,B 2234
LOCATION: Valley Park
01-07-2004
SYNOPSIS:
Responded to area on suspicious occupied vehicle. A Budget moving van, driven by an adult Asian male, was parked in Valley
park lot. Two other vehicles were also parked in lot. Party was reading the newspaper. Nothing suspicious seen and officer
cleared.
CN: 03003809 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Theft from Vehicle
DATE: 11/08/2003 14:18:0 OFFICER: Lambert, B 2234
LOCATION: Scenic Overlook
SYNOPSIS:
Registered owner of MN lie. JSNI68, Crawford, reported damage to/theft from his vehicle. The vehicle was parked, secured, in
Scenic Overlook parking lot at 1230 hours. Crawford jogged the trails for one hour. When he returned to the vehicle, he found
the rear driver's side, side window. broken out. Both front doors were unlocked and property was taken. A Treo 300 Pahn
Pilot/cellphone was removed from a small black carrying case. The $500 item is described as being 3"X5"X3/4" thick and grey in
color. The phone number for the Sprint cellular phone feature is (612) 964-7493. Sprint has been notified. Crawford's ID, credit
cards and cash were also in the black carrying case. That property was left behind. Numerous, unsecured, bank account
information was stored on the Palm Pilot. He was advised to contact all related banks about the theft. Serial number is pending.
There are no leads at this time.
.: 03004121 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Bench in Roadway
DATE: 12/02/2003 19:21:0• OFFICER: Rosse, T 2237
LOCATION: Marie Park
SYNOPSIS:
Responded to the above address where I located a picnic bench clear of roadway. P WG notified via day officers.