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2001-05-08 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION May 8, 2001 6:30 p.m. -Council Chambers 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. April 10, 2001 Minutes 4. American Lung Association of Minnesota 5. Repair of Storm Related Damage in Valley Park 6. Replacement of Play Equipment at Rogers Lake Pazk 7. DNR Project to Restore Shoreline in Rogers Lake Park 8. Kensington Pazk Tree Plantings Along I-494 Fence 9. Mendota Elementary School Playground Equipment 10. Updates • Volunteer Effort to Remove Buckthorn • DNR 1Vatural Resource Inventory and Plan • Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area Plan • May 2001 Elder Edition • Police Report 11. Adjourn Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities aze available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hoots 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 APRIL 10, 2001 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on Tuesday, April 10, 2001, in the Large Conference Room 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 Stan Linnell, Jay Liberacki, Raymond Morris, Dave Libra, Larry Craighead, and Paul Portz. City Staff present was Administrative Assistant Patrick C. Hollister. Also present were Councilmember Jack Vitelli, Councilmember Mary -Jeanne Schneeman, Town Center Consultant Carolyn Krall, and Town Center Consultant Janis LaDouceur. Mr. Hollister took the minutes. MINUTES Commissioner Moms moved to approve the minutes from the Mazch 13, 2001 meeting. Commissioner Libra seconded the motion. AYES: NAYS: TOWN CENTER DISCUSSION WITH CAROLN KRALL AND JANIS LADOUCEUR Mr. Hollister introduced the City's consultants for the Town Center project, Carolyn Krall and Janis LaDouceur, Ms Krall and Ms. LaDouceur presented the Open Space, Recreational, and Civic Amenities aspects of the Town Concept Plan to the Commission. Commissioner Craighead then made a motion to make the following nine recommendations to the Council regarding the Town Center Concept Plan: Remove or relocate the center building labeled "retail and office" and replace it with a formal park area. (The Commission felt that the Town Center needed more green space and that the current "village green" and "town square" spaces were too small.) 2. Remove roads from the project where they are not necessary to provide access to the buildings. (The Commission felt that several of the buildings do not need road access on all four sides as currently planned. Removing roads would provide more green space.) 3. The Town Center should provide good linkages to the City's bike and pedestrian trail system and good trail access within the development itself. 4. There should be a tunnel undemeath Dodd Road linking the trails in Town Center to the Valley Park trail system. 5. There should be a pedestrian art bridge over Highway 110 linking the Town Center to Mendota Plaza, 6. Grants should be sought from Federal, State, County, and/or Metropolitan sources to pay for amenities such as the tunnel and art bridge, such as "T- 21"/"ISTEA" money. All four corners of the Dodd RoadlHighway 110 intersection should have appropriate "landing pads", or pedestrian/bike waiting areas for people waiting for the light to change. 8. Keep the Gazebo shown in the plan with appropriate seating for concerts or other events. Ideally the gazebo should be moved from its current planned location near Highway 110 to the new center green area created by enacting recommendation #1 above. 9. All park signage, historical interpretive signage, etc. should be made of a material more durable than wood, such as stone. Commissioner Portz seconded the motion. The motion passed on a 7-0 vote with all Commissioners present. The Parks and Recreation Commission then asked Staff to present their recommendations in writing to both Ms. Krall and the City Council. Ms. Krall told the Parks Commission that she appreciated their input and that she would consider incorporating their suggestions into the final design. Ms. Krall advised the Commission, however, that the Town Center project is quite complex and that all of its components are interrelated. Ms. Krall said that any significant change to the Concept Plan could only occur after careful consideration of its impacts to the project as a whole, particularly in regards to the project' s overall economic feasibility. Ms. Krall said that she would like to meet again with the Parks and Recreation Commission at a later date to discuss these ideas in more detail. LEBANON HILLS REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLAN PUBLIC COMMENTS, METROPOLITAN COUNCIL DRAFT REGIONAL OPEN SPACE POLICY PLAN, AND DRAFT 2002-2007 METROPOLITAN REGIONAL PARKS CIP The Commission told Mr. Hollister that they would call him individually if they had any comments on these documents. DELAWARE AVENUE TRAIL Commissioner Craighead noted that he had seen a letter from the City of Sunfish Lake in a recent edition of the Friday News indicating that Sunfish Lake was interested in a trail along Delaware Avenue. Commissioner Craighead made a motion in support of a trail along Delaware Avenue and directing Staff to pursue this idea and report back to the Commission in May. Commissioner Moms seconded the motion. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 Mr. Hollister said that he would talk to the Director of Public Works about this issue and report back to the Commission. PARKS CLEAN-UP Councilmember Schneeman said that she had asked Staff to organize a parks clean-up with resident volunteers and that they would be recognized at the annual "Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks" event. Mr. Hollister said that City Administrator Lindberg would be writing to current participates in the "Adopt -a- Park" program to inquire about their interest in this event. UPDATES Staff provided updates on the following items: • Police Report OUR-Ni Motion made to adjourn by Portz and seconded by Libra. AYES: 7 NAYS: 0 The meeting adjourned at 8:00 p.m. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO May J. 2001 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: American Lung Association of Minnesota Headquarters Office Building Proposal for the "Garcon" Site, Highway 55 and Pilot Knob Road Discussion The American Lung Association of Minnesota (ALAMN) has submitted a planning application to build their office headquarters building on the "Garcon" site at the east end of the Mendota Bridge. The office building would be two or three stories tall and approximately 60,000 square feet in size, and the ALAMN would occupy approximately 20,000 square feet. The rest of the building would be occupied by other office tenants. Although the ALAMN is a non-profit organization, this building would generate property tax revenue because most of the space in the building would be leased by for -profit corporate tenants. The American Lung Association has applied for a Comprehensive Plan change from HDR (High Density Residential) to B (Business), and may require other planning approvals depending on the actual site plan. Representatives of the ALAMN have already met with the Planning Commission and will be present at the May 157 2001 Council meeting to present their application for this building. In the meantime, at the suggestion of Commissioner Craighead, American Lung has asked to be on the Parks Commission agenda for May 8 to discuss possible trail linkages and other civic amenities that may accompany their building. Please see the attached letter and materials pertaining to the application by the American Lung Association of Minnesota. Council Action Required After the ALAMN gives their presentation, the Commission should ask any questions they might have. The Parks Commission may make a recommendation to Council regarding this Comprehensive Plan amendment application and/or propose any conditions of approval if they wish. Karen Alaniz, PhD, RN President William Westhoff Vice President Andreae Lojovich Vice President Grerohen Johnson Secretary Mark P. Feriancek Treasurer Anne Rutledge Assistant Treasurer Gerald Wm.Orr Chief Executive Officer State Headquarters: 490 Concordia Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103-2441 Telephone: (651) 227-8014 (800) 642-LUNG Fax: (651) 227-5459 Northeast Branch: Ordean Building Room 203 424 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802 Telephone: (218) 726-4721 Fax:(218) 726-4722 vw.alamn.org www.healthhouse.org Healthy Air Healthy People Lun Healthy 6s AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION® of Minnesota May 2, 2001 To Richard Spicer and members of Mendota Heights Parks &Recreation Commission: Thank you for adding the American Lung Association of Minnesota (ALAMN) to your May 8 meeting agenda. ALAMN has proudly served Minnesotans since 1903 as one of the oldest non-profit voluntary health organizations in the nation. We provide advocacy, research, education and programs to promote healthy air, healthy people and healthy lungs. After many years in Saint Paul, ALAMN is considering moving its state headquarters to Mendota Heights. The site we are considering for our new home is the 8.5-acre Garron lot, located at the hillside at the end of the Mendota Bridge, at the end of Pilot Knob Road. We plan to build a unique 60,000 sq. ft. office building on the site that will be a national model for the healthy workplace called Healthy Design. I will be presenting our vision for the property, which includes plans to: • clean up the buried dump sites on the property create a public access trail link and green corridor from Pilot Knob Road to the Big Rivers Trail system build an innovative stormwater system developed in partnership with Jay Riggs, Dakota County Soil & Water Conservation District restore the property (which was stripped of trees by a previous owner) to a more natural state by planting native trees and plants To make this vision a reality, ALAMN is seeking a formal recommendation from the Parks &Recreation Commission to the City Council to change the draft Comprehensive City Plan recommendation for the property (high density residential) to make it consistent with the property zoning (commercial). The Planning Commission recently voted to recommend this change. We understand your role as an advisory group, and that the final decision rests with the City Council. I look forward to meeting you. Sincerely, Colleen M. Naughton Director, Healthy Design 71, 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555, St, Louis Telephone:planners@nacpianning.com MEMORANDUM TO: Mendota Heights Planning Commission FROM: Stephen W. Grittman DATE: April 17, 2001 MEETING DATE: April 24, 2001 SUBJECT: Comprehensive Plan Amendment from HR, High Density Residential to LB, Limited Business CASE NO: Planning Case 01-07; NAC Case No. 254.04 - 01.07 APPLICANT(S): American Lung Association of Minnesota LOCATION: Pilot Knob Road and Trunk Highway 55 ZONING: B-1A, Business Park GUIDE PLAN: HR, High Density Residential Background and Description of Request American Lung Association of Minnesota proposes to construct a 60,000 square foot office building on a parcel of approximately 8.5 acres of land. The proposed parcel is often referred to as the "Garron" site, and is located on the south side of Trunk Highway 55 at the east end of the Mendota Bridge. The property borders Acacia Cemetery to the south, Sibley Memorial Highway (Old Hwy. 13) and the Minnesota River to the west, and vacant land along Pilot Knob Road to the east. The parcel has conflicting future land use and zoning classifications. The current zoning designation is B-1A, Business Park. This zoning district would permit an office building such as the one proposed. However, the Comprehensive Plan future land use designation is HR, High Density Residential. This site was one of seven "Focus Area" sites which was given special attention in the recent Comprehensive Plan Update process. And The Comprehensive Plan designation for the property (High Density Residential) would potentially support 80 residential units (or more, depending on design and zoning allowances). This report provides a summary of planning impact differences between a 60,000 square foot office use and 80 units of residential development. We have used the ALAMN project where appropriate, and estimated most of the information for a housing project for comparison purposes. Building coverage Hard surface coverage Enclosed parking Open parking Trip Generation Population Building Height 60,000 sq. ft. Office, 3 story... � 80 attached housing units 20,000 sq: ft. 120,000 sq. ft. 2.5 acres 5.5 acres 0 160 spaces 225spaces 80 spaces 560-1050 Trip Ends/Day' 640 Trip Ends/Day 150-200 Employees 175 residents 4 stories/45 feet 2 stories/25 feet (or more)Z 'Depending on calculation (3.7 trips per employee; 17.7 trips per 1,000 sq. ft.) 2Typical townhouse -style height - R-3 Zoning District is not restricted The information in the table above illustrates that there would be some differences in mpacts between the two land uses. The residential project would cover more of the property, however, the majority of the coverage for the office use is in parking lot. The traffic generation is probably slightly higher for the office building as designed. The applicant also indicates that the site plan provides room for future expansion of the office building. The applicant notes that one of the factors which was listed in the Comprehensive Plan supporting the residential an use was an expectation that more existing tree cover would likely be preserved. However, much of the tree cover has been removed by the current owner. A second objective of the City for this site is a focus on the property's "gateway" assets - it is highly visible, and likewise has spectacular views over the river valley toward downtown Minneapolis. The applicant proposes to take advantage of those views in the office building proposal. A Comprehensive Plan designation is a planning decision which has one of the highest levels of discretion for the City. As long as the City's land use plan provides a reasonable use of the property, the City has broad authority to designate future land uses as a part of the Comprehensive Plan. The primary issue raised by this application s the conflict between the current plan designation and the current zoning designation. To correct the conflict, the City needs to consider a change to the plan to guide future commercial uses consistent with the zoning, or a change to the zoning to require residential uses consistent with the land use plan. Action Requested: Following a public hearing, the Planning Commission may recommend one of the following actions: 1. Approval of the request to amend the City's Comprehensive Plan by redesignating the future land use of the site in question to LB, Limited Business, based on findings that the substantive differences in impacts on public services or surrounding land uses are negligible from what would be expected by a residential use, and the proposed use provides for increased green and open space on the property. 2. Denial of the request to amend the City's Comprehensive Plan from the current HR, High Density Residential designation based on findings that the proposed use does not accomplish the "gateway" objectives for this parcel, and that the HR land use permits the City to expand its housing stock with highly desirable residential units which can not be duplicated on other sites in the City. Staff Recommendation: As noted in the report, a future land use designation in the Comprehensive Plan is one of the most discretionary land use decisions a City can make. The reason for this is that, where public service capacity and impacts on neighboring land uses are not at issue (as with this case), the decision is heavily policy oriented. As a general principle, planning staff is reluctant to recommend changes to a land use designation which so recently received a significant amount of discussion. While office uses would appear to be reasonable uses on this site, the City had strong reasons for choosing the residential designation during the Comprehensive Plan update process. Therefore, we are inclined to recommend against a change except where a proposal is so compelling in design or uniqueness, that it would clearly show superiority over the current land use designation. The applicant's proposal is an attractive building, and the American Lung Association proposes an interesting concept for office development. In the planning staffs opinion, however, it does not meet the high threshold for a recommendation of change as stated above. As such, we do not recommend the amendment. SuAAlementary Materials: 1. Planning Application Materials dated April 2, 2001 Comprehensive Plan Amendment 0 500 1000 FeetM�i �_-`, Water it . ► AAA Sour: nk Co. S s NorthweAassoci.atzd ConsWtan� Apd 2001 MAI City of LAAAAAAR Mendota Heights APPLICATION FOR CONSIDERATION OF PLANNING• Orr, Gerald -CEO Case No./—C Date of Application Z/ Fee Paid /.5'9O c" Rec. # Applicant Name: American Lung Assoc. of MN PLEASE PRINT (Last) (First) IMP Facsimile No. (if applicable) 651-227-5459 Ph No. 651-227-3014 (Daytime R) Address: L90 Concordia Ave. So. 5t. Paul, MN 55103 PLEASE PRINT (Number & Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Allen, John N. Owner Name: Buttenhoff, Joel PLEASE PRINT (Last) (First) (Mp Address: 7760 France Ave. So., Suite 770, Minneapolis, MN 55435 PLEASEPRINT (Number & Street) (City) (State) (Zip) Street Location of Property in Question: Pilot Knob Road and MN Hwy 55 Legal Description of Property: Please see attached sury Type of Request Rezoning _ Conditional Use Permit _ Conditional Use Permit for Planned Unit Development Plan Approval -� Comprehensive Plan Amendment _Variance Subdivision Approval _Wetlands Permit Other (please attach explanation) Applicable City Ordnance Number _ 401 "Section 5 • 9 Present Zoning of Property BlA Present Use Vacant Proposed Zoning of Prooetty �� 1— Proposad•Use_ Offic-e - 1 hereby declare that all statements made in this request and ,on a di on [material are true. (Signature of Applicant) (Date Received) (Received by - Title) 1101 Victoria Curve - Mendota Heights, MN - 55118 (612) 452-1850 - i Oi 452-8940 AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA McatnnTA HEIGHTS 219 f _. 03/22/20C unc 500. 00 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS 1101 Victoria Curve • Mendota Heights, Minn. 55113 S' (651)452-1850 7 2 G$ Date _G 20 RECEIVED OF V HOW PAID; C;1 ?1 i Cash: AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION® 490 Concordia Ave., St. Paul, MN 55103-2441 of Minnesota 651-227-8014 1-800-642-LUNG �--*One Thousand Five Hundred and 00/100 Dollars PAY TO THE ORDER OF CITY OF MENDOT:. HEIGHTS II'0 2 LO 131I' 1:0960oo687t: M.O.: 0 G $1,�OO.00 � BY/ ----------------- 2 10 12 2101 ANCHOR BANK SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA 22-68-960 DATE 03/22/2001 AOT40RIZ_J _IG\.\TUn_ i0 sill 5 i 1111QII' AMOUNT 51,500.00 James Taylor AM ERI CAN President LUNG President Pent ASSOCIATION® Presid Thomas R. are Vice President Audrene Lojovich Secretary Mark P. Feriancek Treasurer William Westhoff Assistant Treasurer Gerald Wm. Our Chief Executive Officer State Headquarters: 490 Concordia Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103-2441 Telephone:(651) 227-8014 1-800-642-LUNG Fax: (651) 227-5459 Northeast Branch: Ordean Building Room 203 424 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802 Telephone: (218) 726-4721 Fax: (218) 726-4722 ww w.alamn.org v.healthhouse.org Healthy Ai r Healthy People Healthy Lungs o f Minnesota April 2, 2001 Sally Lorberbaum Planning Commission Chair City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Re: Letter of Intent -Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment Dear Commissioner Lorberbaum: The American Lung Association of Minnesota (ALAMN) is excited to become a part of the Mendota Heights community. For the past year, ALAMN has assembled a team of architects, engineers, contractors, health science specialists and other professionals in an effort to design and develop an innovative building to address the health and environmental concerns of the workplace. When completed, the building will be a national and international model promoting healthy work place environments. ALAMN has trademarked this process as the Healthy Design The Healthy Design" program raises the standard for work environments. Both the Healthy Design' program and the established Health House© program will be organized under the new ALAMN Institute for Healthy Indoor Environments. The ALAMN performed asite-search for properties throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area and has chosen the subject site in Mendota Heights for our project. This site is located at Pilot Knob Road and Highway 55, otherwise known as the Garron site. ALAMN proposes to build a three-story, speculative office building on the property. The ALAMN headquarters will occupy approximately one-third of the 60,000 square feet; the remainder will be leased. The building is a national prototype and will incorporate the best indoor air quality, energy use, resource use, maintenance and safety technology. The subject site is zoned B-IA, which allows the proposed use, however the City's Comprehensive Guide Plan has designated the site for High Density Residential. We are making a formal application to the City of Mendota Heights for Comprehensive Guide Plan Amendment from High Density Residential to Limited Business for the subject site located at Highway 55 and Pilot Knob Road. Attached please find 20 copies of the site plan, area plan and elevation renderings. COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE PLAN AMENDMENT The Healthy DesignT"project proposed by ALAMN complies with the B-Al zoning on the property, but requires a Comprehensive Guide Plan change. The City's Comprehensive plan considers the subject site "a gateway to Mendota Heights". City of Mendota Heights Application for Comprehensive Plan Amendment April 2, 2001 ALAMN's project will provide a strong "gateway" presence with a uniquely designed building and site, which will become an international model for Healthy Design' buildings. The site will be unique not only in the appearance, but also with the function of its use as a living laboratory. Adjacent Land Uses MN Highway 55 to the north and Old Highway 13 to the west border the subject site. Acacia cemetery is located to the south of the site. Across Pilot Knob Road to the east and south to Acacia Road is approximately 30 acres of property zoned and guided medium density residential. The comprehensive guide change request from High Density residential to Limited Business should not effect the proposed medium residential use of the property to the east of the subject site. The proposed office use will have limited traffic and use that would occur during daytime hours. As shown on the attached site plan, ALAMN proposes to utilize the subject site as a connector for the future residential use by providing a trail that will connect Pilot Knob Road to the trail system at the bottom of the hill along Old Highway 13. Existing Site The Comprehensive Plan states that the "entire site is wooded". This is no longer the case. In fact, there will be no tree removal as part of the Healthy Design' site development. The Comprehensive Plan also states that the "site has good highway visibilityfor business uses but is constrained by topographical features including steep slopes and tree cover". The ALAMN proposal addresses the steep slope by locating the building and parking lot on the more gently sloping, upper part of the site. The topography will not be altered significantly for construction of the building. In fact, it is the intent of the ALAMN to maximize the public, natural and recreational (e.g. walking trails and sitting areas) nature of the site and to connect to the Big Rivers Regional Trail system. A healthy building and a healthy site means minimal disturbance of the land. Site Plan The proposed site plan includes a 3-story 6Q000 square foot office building with parking and trails. The building design incorporates site topography and its materials will reflect those that are indigenous to the river valley. Pedestrian Trail The Comprehensive Plan addresses the potential "to provide a local link for this site and the multiple family residential properties to the east to the regional trail system and incorporate a public scenic overlook on this site. The trail system could be developed into an overall development plan for this site." This is precisely the site plan that is being developed by ALAMN, whereby the property to the east of Pilot Knob Road integrates with the Garron site, provides a public scenic overlook and has a direct link to the trail system. The site plan shows a pedestrian trail through the proposed site connecting Pilot Knob Road to Old Highway 13 and eventually to the Big Rivers Regional Trail System. ALAMN is also proposing an overlook be constructed providing views of the river valley from the property. It is the intention of the design to create a public use of the trail through the site. The American Lung Association often sponsors running and bicycling events, which are open to the public. With a connection to the Big River Trail System, the site will make an ideal location to host these events. City of Mendota Heights Application for Comprehensive Plan Amendment April 2, 2001 Water Management ALAMN will be employing creative, environmentally sustainable landscaping features throughout the site — including the parking lot — and substantial new vegetation will be introduced to the site. ALAMN is working with the Dakota County Water Conservation District to design an innovative storm water retention and treatment system for the site. It is likely that a high -density residential development would not require any less ponding capacity than an office building. Parking and Circulation The proposed site plan addresses the steep slope by locating the parking lots and internal drives on the more gently sloping, upper part of the site. Innovative storm water treatment and retention designs will be utilized in and around the parking areas. The proposed design will minimize the amount of impervious surface on the site as well as the visual impact of parking. Mendota Heights City Code requires 5 parking stalls for every 1,000 net square feet of building area. Assuming 75% net:gross - 51,000 sq. ft. (net) = 225 parking stalls. The site will then access Pilot Knob Road at 3 separate points; one at the south and north end of the site to access the parking lot and additional access drive at the north end for deliveries. Existing Utilities A water main exists along the east and north property line and has a capacity sufficient to serve the proposed use. A sanitary sewer line has been brought up to the northwest corner of the property along Old Highway 13. The sanitary sewer is accessible and has a capacity to serve the proposed use. We met with the City Engineer and have been informed that the City desires to loop the sanitary sewer through the property. Landscaping The landscaping for the site will incorporate plantings of native species and minimize irrigation on the site. Developed Open Space Of the 8, 5 acres on the site, 6 acres will be developed as trails and open space. The building, parking and drives will utilize the remaining 2.5 acres. Financing for Development ALAMN will finance the proposed development with a combination of funding sources. This breakdown is as follows: 6.5 million - Government funding 1.5 million - Sale existing of building 2.5 million - Partnership support 1.0 million - Institute membership 1.7 million - Foundations and individual giving 1.3 million - Loan Total 14.5 million ALAMN will obtain financing in order to proceed with the project construction by September 2001. City of Mendota Heights Application for Comprehensive Plan Amendment April 2, 2001 Property Ownership ALAMN has signed a purchase agreement with the current owners, John Allen and Joel Buttenhoff. The purchase agreement is contingent upon ALAMN's ability to secure City approvals necessary for the proposed development by November 1, 2001. Enclosed please find a letter from the owner supporting the proposed Comprehensive Guide Plan change for the property. Project Schedule ALAMN's intent is to begin site work and construction on the subject site in September 2001 with site and construction work completing October 2002, Projected Employment The ALAMN headquarters will occupy approximately one-third of the 60,000 square foot building; the remainder will be leased. There are currently 35 persons employed with the ALAMN headquarters. ALAMN expects to lease the remainder of the building to 1 or 2 tenants. It is expected the total number of employees in the building will be approximately 150, Traffic Impact Presently, Pilot Knob Road terminates at the proposed site. Pilot Knob is a 44ane road running north from I494 to Acacia Road and 2 lanes running from Acacia Road north to the site. North of Acacia Road, Pilot Knob Road serves the proposed site, Acacia cemetery and an approximately 30 acre undeveloped property zoned and guided medium -density residential. Pilot Knob Road has direct access to I-494, Hwy 13 and Hwy 55, These major trunks serve Pilot Knob Road within one mile to the south of the site. A change in the comprehensive guide plan designation for the proposed site from High Density residential to Limited Business would not impact the capacity of the existing road infrastructure. ALAMN proposes that Pilot Knob Road be maintained as a two-lane road. Site Proximity to AirportllIighway The subject site is impacted by existing noise coming from sources adjacent to the site. The site is located in 65 DBL contour Zone 3 (1996) according to the Metropolitan Airports Commission (MAC) designated sound. The subject site is in an arrival and departure path for the airport. Minnesota Highway 55 runs directly adjacent to the subject site along the north property line. Based on the existing sound levels at this site, a commercial type use may be better suited for the site rather than residential. The Healthy Design" project will meet or exceed the minimum design standards set by the Mendota Heights Ordinance for Aircraft Noise Attenuation. ALAMN intends to work with MAC to provide ongoing monitoring of the building performance to assist in the establishment of design and product standards that may be used at a national and international level. ALAMN hopes the partnership with MAC will establish a national model in which representatives from the airport, design and construction industry will utilize design standards established by the Healthy Design. City of Mendota Heights Application for Comprehensive Plan Amendment April 2, 2001 Unique Site The city's position states that "spectacular views of the river valley, downtown Minneapolis and Fort Snelling along with the natural setting offer a unique living environment within the community and region", ALAMN offers to develop a unique use on a unique property developed to invite the public on and through the site. ALAMN is a community service organization that is open to the public both through its mission of public health improvement as well as in its design. ALAMN, through this project, will attract regional, national and international attention due to the unique design, construction, services and mission. The building and site will serve as a living laboratory that is expected to produce data over the life of the building. The information gained from this project will help change the way people think about how building design and construction practices affect the buildings we work in every day. ALAMN expects the building and site to draw people from throughout the world. This will position the site as a very public and highly visible facility. The site is designed to embrace public use of its property and connect to the Big Rivers Regional Trail. Conversely, a residential development on this site is likely to serve only its residents and otherwise maintain the site as private and inaccessible to the public. Native American Site The Minnesota State Archeologists Office has been contacted regarding potential historical significance for the subject site. Of particular concern from the Mendota Mdewakanton Dakota Community was the potential for burial sites at the subject property. Enclosed please find a letter from State Archeologist Mark Dudzik, confirming that there are no burial sites on the property subject to MS 307.08. ALAMN staff has and will continue to work with representatives from the Mendota Mdewakanton Dakota Community to ensure their input is represented on the project. We look forward to presenting our project to the Planning Commission. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions before the Planning Commission meeting on April 24, 2001. Sincerely, W� Gerald Wm. Orr CEO enclosures FROM C B RICHARD ELLI..^; (THU) 3. 29'01 15:49/ST. 15:4a�IN0.4863681a17 P 2 Tv4are 29, 2007 Ms. Sally Lorberbaum Planning Commission Chair City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Height, MN 55118 Re: 8.5 Acre Garron Site —Located directly (North of Acacia Park Cemetery Dear Sally: It is our understanding that the City of Mendota Heights needs input from the land owner concerning the American Lung Association's proposed office building development on the above -referenced property. The property is owned by Joel T. Buttenhoff and John N. Allen. Be advised that the land owners support the proposed development. W e believe that an office use, such as that proposed by the American Lung Association, is the appropriate use for the property. We believe that the development will be a great benefit to the citizens of Mendota Heights. We will do whatever is necessary to assist the American Lung Association in moving this development forward for necessary approvals by the City of Mendota Heights. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact either John Allen or the undersigned. s very truly, Joel T. Buttenho (952) 9244614 Enc. cc: John Auer. American Lung Association s:vrauTTe>+uEtrs:sNcay ornrooaot. H<ighcv e« Ksren Alaniz, PhD, RN President un Westhoff ........., Vice President Andreae Lojovich Vice President Gretchen Johnson Secretary Mark P. Feriancek Treasurer Anne Rutledge Assistant Treasurer Gerald Won. Orr Chief Executive Officer State Headquarters: 490 Concordia Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103-2441 Telephone: (651) 227-8014 (800) 642-LUNG Fax: (651) 227-5459 Northeast Branch: Ordean Building Room 203 424 West Superior Street Duluth, MN 55802 Telephone: (218) 7264721 Fax: (218) 726-4722 alamn.org w ealthhouse.org Healthy Air Healthy People Healthy Lungs AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION® of Minnesota March 30, 2001 Bob Brown, chairman Jim Albrecht, treasurer Linda Brown, public relations Mdewakanton Dakota Community 1310 Sibley Memorial Highway Mendota, MN 55150 Dear Bob, Jim and Linda: Thank you for meeting with me on March 28 at your office in Mendota. I'm glad for the opportunity to hear more about your vision for the Garron site, and to report what I have heard back to our leadership. I have shared your concerns for any Native remains or artifacts that could be uncovered during digging on the site, and what steps should be taken if any are uncovered. I will also communicate your view that this property is Dakota burial land with special spiritual and historical significance. I was also glad for the opportunity to share some of the details of the Lung Association of Minnesota's vision for this property, including our offer to place plaques along our planned public trail and observation deck which tell the Native American story of this place and its significance to the Dakota people. We also discussed offering the "naming rights" for the trail connection we plan to build from Pilot Knob Road to the Big Rivers Regional Trail. I look forward to working with you as the project moves forward. Thank you for your hospitality and good coffee. Sincerely, Robert Moffitt Project Communications Manager p1PR 08 2001 09:06 FR L.S.& D 6512227644 TO 96513100162 P.02/04 December 1, 2000 k 0 r Rebecca Lsntzer a Braman & Associates, Inc.o yam' 4438 IDS Centerg�Q Minneapolis, MN 55402 RE: Dakora Canary, T28N/R23W/Seaton 28; MendotaH'eightslPilot Snob BoadSite Dear Ms. Lantzer, Thank you for forwarding project area and related map information. In brief, and as dixusscd at the site joint visit conducted on 1 ] .30.2000, there are ao identified burial sites subject to provisions of MS 307.08 recorded for the above location. Although (in the documents you provided) Woolworth references anecdotal information indicating the presence of "scaffold burials" in the area, the specific location he cites ("top of Pilot Knob") is ~1000'to the south and —50-60 higher in elevation than the subject parcel. It is not clear where or if the reported scaffold burials were subsequently buried. In addition, and as observed on aerial photographs as evident on -site, the parcel has been rather extensively impacted by previous construction 1 earth moving. At this time, there are no burials -related (per MS 307,08) contraindications to the project moving forward. At the same time, the potential to uncover previously unidentified burials exists anytime one excavates, and the Mississippi/Minnesota Riven confluence area certainly has potential for the presence of previously undetected burials. Please refer to the enclosed brochure for additional information an burial protection issues and measures. Do not hesitate to contact tn1t, as needed, if you require any additional information oc clarification Sincerely, V Mark J. Dudzik State Atnhacologist enc. Fort Snelling History Center, St. Pout, MN S51 t l Voioo; 612.725.2411; FAX: 612.7232d27 L A N D U S E P L A N 13�Zfl��Y_17�F There are six specific site areas within the City that are either currently vacant or dentified as potential redevelopment areas. A land use analysis was conducted for each site as part of this Comprehensive Plan update. The findings and recommended land use designation changes for each site is provided below. For reference to the specific sites, refer to the Focus Area Site Location Map located at the end of this section. Garron Site: The Garron site is located on the river bluff, overlooking the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. The property contains 8.5 acres and is bounded on the north by Highway 55, the west by Sibley Memorial Highway/Old Highway 13 and Big Rivers Regional Trail, Acacia Cemetery to the south and Pilot Knob Road to the east. Virtually the entire site is wooded and very visible from the Mendota Bridge. The site contains steep slopes on the western part of the property and offers distinctive views of Fort Snelling and downtown Minneapolis. This site is considered a gateway to Mendota Heights. The Comprehensive Plan designates the property for High -Density (HDR) land use and the land is zoned for Business Park (B-1 A) development. The current B-1A zoning designation of the site permits such uses as medical and dental services, business and professional offices, schools and day care centers. However, the zoning designation is inconsistent with the underlying High -Density Residential land use designation of the Comprehensive Plan. The site has good highway exposure for business uses but is constrained by topographic features ncluding steep slopes and tree cover. Substantial grading and vegetation removal would be required to accommodate a business use, parking lot and storm water ponding on this site. It is the position of the City that High -Density Residential land use is a more appropriate use of the property and can be accomplished with substantially less grading and tree loss than required for a business use. The spectacular views of the river valley, downtown Minneapolis and Fort Snelling along with the natural setting offer a unique living environment within the community and region. The site is also directly adjacent to the Big Rivers Regional Trail system, which is not only a desirable amenity for future residents, but also furthers the City's policy to make the river valley and regional park systems more accessible to residents. The potential also exists to provide a local trail link for this site and the multiple family residential properties to the east to the regional trail system and incorporate a public scenic overlook on this site. The trail and overlook could be incorporated into an overall development plan for this site. Future land use designation: HDR. Hioh Density Residential M ENDOT:-, HEIGHTS COMPREH=tvSIVE PLAN UPDATE 52 DEV ELO?MENT FRAME_WORY. Commissioner Hesse stated he did not see where the fence; with respect to proximity to road, justified a safety issue. d denial of Cast rl0-O6 the two -foot high fence Commissioner Friel moved to recommen variance for the property located at 870 Mendakota Court for Roger Grothe based on the analysis of staff. Seconded by Commissioner Dolan. AYES - 6 _. NAYS: ' 1 (Commissioner Hesse) t Chair Lorbecoaum stated this: item -would be before the City Council for consideration and encouraged the applicants to be present at the May ? 2001 Council Meeting.' + _ CASE NO. 401-07: AiIERICAtN LUNG ASSOCIATION OF MINNESOTA PILOT KNOB ROAD AND TRUNK HIGHWAY 55 CONT IPREHENSIVE-PLAN AMENDMENT Commissioner Hesse excused himself from this discussion. - Chair Lorberbaum explained this was a public hearing stating the applicant, the American Luna Association of Minnesota was requesting a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to rezone a - property located at Pilot Knob Road and Truck Highway 55. - - Planner Grittman reviewed the Plannina Case -with the Commission and noted the applicants n. He reviewed the site location have requested an amendment to the Comprehensive Pla proposed by the American Luna Association. He stated this site is currently zoned B1A business. Planner Grittman explained this zoning classification allows for office buildings noting in the future. the area is proposed for high density residential Planner Grit man suggested re -designating the area from a high density residential to limited business. He stated this property was known as the Garcon property and was a focus area of the 6-7 areas identified for development within the City. Planner Grittman stated the City Council te with the designation of high density residential. adopted a Comprehensive Plan upda s of the analysis report with the Commission. He stated the Planner Gritiman reviewed the result of typical land use analysis that says it results othe analysis did not find any compelling items f should bz business versus residential use. He stated it -vas his belief that it is appropriate to defer to the CiLy Planner Grit: ;an stated the discussion centered on the unique attributes of the site and the Citv's' desire to utilize this area as the gateway to the commun;ty. He stated e proposal made lthough attractive. does n�: not rise to what %%as onginall by the Americ n Lung Association: a 5 Commissioner Betlej asked how they determined contour lines for the 1996 Noise Contours. Planner Grirtman stated the 1996 Noise Contours are measured with sound equipment. He explained the projection is based on a computer model of what the noise level would look like. Commissioner Betlej asked if, based on the, way the model is built, it assume that all surrounding land is flat. He referenced the homes across from Highway », noting the distance from the airport. Commissioner Betlej stated he recalled_ a previous process noting one of the concerns was that if it was developed in as commercial the impact would be greater referencing the landscaping, dirt removal, and ponding. Be expressed his concerns regarding the landowner removing dirt and materials noting he is trying to -read into the spirit of the decision and, why this _. was a compelling or unique destgn It,Z. - Planner Grittman acknowlea&d. that presently at take offthe poise wtll be obnoxious m this area noting that based on the contour map the noise would lessen over tune He stated it is the Council's hope that the noise issues would be resolved and confirmed Commissioner B. Vlctilanus stated his understanding is that there is a chance this site could be too noisy for anyone to purchase housing and asked if his understanding would be _accurate. -He asked for clarification on the Comprehensive Plan noting they do not have a copy of the plan yet since it is not been approved. Commissioner Friel stated it was the Council that decided the zoning for this type of use. . stated that historically he is not sure which came first but noted it was his thought the zoning occurred later than the Comprehensive Plan. He asked for further clarification from staff. Public `Yorks Director Danielson stated the zoning for this area has been Bl for a long period of time. Commissioner M. McManus stated her concerns regarding the noise levels. She asked for further clarification on residential versus business development. She asked staff to clarify the balance between the Comprehensive Plan and how it was based on the current noise zoning, which is Zone I Chair Lorberbaum stated Planner Grittman clarified accurately that a quality building could be built to reduce the noise pollution. She stated this is a viable, unique site and the tax base it offers would be beneficial for the City_ Commissioner Friel stated he lives in Noise Zone noting from his observation the noise made by take off is momentary. Theresa Stems, the project manager with Stems Associates; stated the American Lung Association is the oldest non profit organization in the State of Minnesota. She noted the_' are a national leader, and premier associate in the areas of innovative research and de% eIc c M,eni \•Is. Stems revie«ed the histories of the American Lung Association noting then helped to push Colleen Naughton. Associate Staff Director, American Lung Association stated profits from leasing would cover the operating costs and expenses of the building noting they do not expect to make a large profit from leasing. Commissioner Betlej asked for clarification on issues from the Comprehensive an that deal with feasibility. He questioned the funding for the construction of the building. Ms. Stems reviewed the Funding Plan from the project with the Commission. She stated just under half of the funding would come from federal initiatives. She stated a portion would come from sponsorships and a small portion would come from contributions and gifts. Ms. Stems statedthereis a variety of different program dollars noting the Department of Energy, the private sector, and the public would be tapped for this project.. She stated they are working with a Financial Consultant to explore all options for financing. ,Ms. Stems stated the _. fund raising would occur over the next three to five_ years She stated construction of the building is presently scheduled to begin in September of 2001. Commissioner Dolan referenced_the dumpsites and asked for,the contamination of the land specifically with respect to anything found in the ground water.. Ms. Stems noted this has not been sampled to date Commissioner M. McManus asked for the thought process on the project with respect to any barriers they foresee. She asked if Mendota Heights was their city of choice and how long do they expect this building to remain in Mendota Heights. She stated her concerns are around the fact that this is the gateway to Mendota Heights and noted she would like to understand what their vision is for the future. NIs Sterns stated thz only potential bamer would be due to discrepancies with zoning. She restated their belief in the site noting its beauty and the contributions they can make to the community. VIs. Stems confirmed that Mendota Heights was definitely- their City of choice noting they did consider St. Paul, explaining it was the river that drew them to this site_ She clarified that most developers design buildings with the expected life span of 30 to 4.0 years. Chuck Knight. Architect with Parson 8 1Vells; explained the passion of the project stating Mendota Heights was very privileged. He stated part of the attraction to the project was the location of the site, the fact that is does need contamination cleanup and the natural beauty of the area. Mr. Knight noted key elements of the Comprehensive Plan are the amenities around the site. i`�tr. Knight stated the tzr,acing of the parkingarea is an important piece of the project noting risibility to the residenu tivill be minimal. He staled the grounds will be an opzn design, along kith a community building attached to the commercial PFOPel tv. He ryiewed the design of the building with tine Commission; showing the various vietivs and describing the materials Theyplan o use within the strucwre and the landscaping. gathered in the area. He clarified this was not a village but only a collecting area for Native Americans at that time. Mr. _ noted there were burial scaffolds in the area- He stated they have talked w th the American Lung Association acknowledging they have had discussions and they presented information with the understanding that it would be reviewed and responded to. He indicated that was why he was present at the meeting, to see the recommendations from the Association. Tom Moffat, American Lung Association, confirmed they have met with Joe _. Be stated they discussed the two visions for the site and reviewed the materials and history of the area. He proposed the placement of historical markers along the trails on the site to tell the story of the Native Americans. Mr.'Moffat stated this would include naming the trail after thz Dakota people as a tribute noting discussion has taken place around these issues. He stated this region is very strona in the history of the Native Americans and believes it is a very important issue. -Mr. Moffat clarified to Chair Lorberbaum discussions are now in progress to decide what to do with the inside of the community center, noting' it could be used to educate the public_ftirther on the history of the site. Mr. _stated the Tribal community does not want ownership_ of the building. He explained their intent was to brine to the table their ideas and concerns. . Commissioner Friel responded to Commissioner M. McManus' questions regarding compelling buildings on this site noting he has never seen a compelling multifamily dwelling. He stated the applicants are in an early stage of the process. He stated the Comprehensive Plan is the issue to deal with before the money is put into significant plans for the site. He stated the overview was very good and acknowledged the cooperation with the Native American people noting this identifies and utilizes the history of this area. Commissioner Dolan stated it might not be appropriate to look just at this site noting the chance in the Comprehensive Plan. He stated he felt this site is not acceptable for residential planning. Chair Lorbzrbaum clarified they were not looking for a compelling reason to build, they were looking for a compelling reasons for changing the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner B. McManus stated the Comprehensive Plan did rule and asked for clarification on the plan the City has approved. Planner Grittman stated thz Metropolitan Council is still considerino. this v�ith a possible approval in approximately four weeks. Commissoner B. `1c�Ianus asked what was the magnitude of departure noting it is the precedent and documents That wide us on our decision making. Chair Lorberbaum stated the Commission !oes not h ve i:at kind of leeway. She stated the Planning Commission was a recomn;ending body. Commissioner Friel expressed speculation that the Council if they approve a Comprehensive Plan change, that they would do it subject to the final site plans submitted for approval. Commissioner B. McManus noted it is important to have some idea as to the faciliry as it needs to be significantly impressive. Chair Lorberbaum stated the Comprehensive Plan Amendment was being discussed at this time. She stated her concerns around changing the Comprehensive Plan were with the American Lung Association altering their plans after the rezoning was granted. Commissioner B. McManus stated the discussion tonight did not discuss the need to change the Comprehensive Plan as much as the appearance of the building. He stated they are basing their decision on someone's potential ideas at this time and not a final sketch of the site. Commissioner Friel stated there is a concept that has been presented that could cause a vote-iri favor of the approval noting this message will come through very loudly to the Council. He stated if the chances are for the better they might let it move forward and if not they will not recommend moving forward. Administrative Assistant Hollister stated the staff would convey to the Council that this change has been made based on the following items that the American Lung Association has agreed to comply with their agreements, the nature, and spirit of the project. There being no questions or commznts Commissioner Dolan moved to close the hearing. Seconded by Commissioner Betlej. AYES NAYS Commissioner Friel moved to recommend approval of Case f01-17; the amendment to the Comprehensive Plan for the American Lung Association of Minnesota to rezone the property at Pilot Knob Road and Trunk -Highway» based on the fact the applicant must comply with the agreements, nature, intent and spirit of the project. Seconded by Commissioner M. McManus. AY"ES: NAB"S: �'EP�B.�L P�E�'IE1Y Chair Lorberbaum requested a verbal review ofthe matters that v,ere submitted to the Cite Council for consideration. Public P/orks Director Danielson info: Wined the Commission of the Council action taken on recent planning cases- .Mendota Heights Parks S' Recreation Commission May 3, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager Subject: Repair of storm related damage in Valley Park Background: The creek running through Valley Park is one of the principle watercourses for storm water runoff in the City. In 1970 the City improved an irregular dirt - walking path by widening and installation of a gravel base. At locations where the trail crossed the creek culverts were installed. Over the years heavy runoff incidents have damaged or washed out culverts. These were repaired, or in locations where culverts were not effective pedestrian bridges were installed. This year damage occurred to a culvert that has been repaired repeatedly over the years. The original 36-inch diameter culvert washed out many times before the asphalt surfacing was laid in 1990. Since 1990 it has washed out three more times. After the first washout it was decided to install a second 36-inch culvert. Both of these also washed out, were repaired and washed out again. As part of the last repair, approach aprons with large riprap set in concrete was installed hoping to further protect the trail. The trail washed out again this spring. The City Engineer recommends, that rather than repair/replace the twin 36-inch culverts, that a bridge be installed. Adding additional culverts is not recommended. Downed tree limbs that became lodged in front of the culverts, blocking the flow, causing the water to top the trail and erode the trail and culverts, caused the most recent damage. Estimated cost for a ten foot wide by thirty foot long steel bridge is $37,500.00. Discussion: All of the trail bridges installed in City parks have been funded from the Special Park Fund. This upgrade of the Valley Park trial infrastructure was not anticipated in the current Parks Five Year Capital Improvement Plan. The trail constructed in this park "saved" money by not installing a bridge but relied on culverts to prevent trail erosion. Storm water runoff caused the damage so a case may be made that partial funding of a bridge should come from the Storm Utility Fund. Storm Utility Fund revenues come from all properties within the City which are charged $14.00, based on a per acre or single-family residence basis, each year. This fund is designated for improvements or maintenance of the City's entire storm water system including ponds. All of the past repairs to these culverts were funded from the Storm Utility Fund, FEMA grant money, or the general maintenance/repair funds of the Public Works Department (General Fund). I discussed funding for a bridge at this trail crossing with Larry Shaughnessy, City Treasurer and he suggested that the costs be shared 50-50 between the Special Park Fund and the Storm Water Utility. Recommendation: I agree with the City Engineer in that installation of a bridge to replace the damaged culverts is the best long-term solution to prevent future erosion problems at this park trail segment and that funding be shared 50-50 with the Storm Water Utility Fund and the Special Park Fund.. Action Required: If the Commission agrees with the recommendation they should request the City Council authorize the preparation of plans and specifications for installation of a trail/pedestrian bridge in Valley Park. The Commission should also designate their preference in how this project can be funded. Attachment: Map showing proposed bridge location in Valley Park Available at Tuesday night meeting: Photo of most recent damage. amendota Heidlits Parks o* Recreation Commission May 2, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager J Subject: Replacement of Play Equipment at Roger's Lake Park Background: In the 5 Year Capital Improvement Plan the Commission identified $20,000 for replacement of the timber play equipment in Roger's Lake Park. Also scheduled for this year is $7,000 for installation of a resilient surfaced path/access to the play equipment installed in Marie Park in 1999. A preliminary estimate for the path to be installed at Marie Park is in the three to five thousand dollar range. In February the commission reviewed proposals from three vendors for new equipment in Roger's Lake Park. All of the proposals exceeded the amount budgeted by $5 to $7,000 and two proposals located the new equipment in the westerly play area in the park and not the easterly one containing the timber elements. Discussion: I have asked each of the three vendors to submit a new proposal, locating the equipment within the existing timber border area of the easterly play area and instructed them to remove enough elements to bring the project under $22,000,00. The vendors will bid on providing and installing new play equipment, adjusting the timber edging (if necessary), installing 10"deep pea gravel, and installing the resilient surface "transfer area (rubber mats attached to a concrete surface) to meet accessibility standards. The City's park crew will be asked to remove the existing timber play equipment saving as much of the existing pea gravel as possible and to place it in the westerly play area to "deepen" the resilient surfacing there. Any turf restoration outside the timber borders will also be repaired by the park crew. Revised Plans: To date I have received only two of the new proposals with the third to arrive soon. I will present the equipment proposals to the Commission next Tuesday. St. Croix Recreation Company, Inc. 225 N. Second Street llwater, MN 55082 (651)430-1247 Fax(651)430-9231 Guy Kullander City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Sheetl e-mail stcroix@spacestar.net websne www.stcroixrec.com Quote Date 3/9/2001 COntaCt Guy Kullander Project Rogers Lake Phone # 651-452-1850 Fax 6514524940 Incompliance with your request, we provide the following quotation for playground equipment supplied by BCI Burke Company. No. Item No. Description Unit Price Extended 1 3101812 Burke Series 2000 modular playground Square feet of Cushiondeck safety Material as designed by BCI Burke Co. $16,054.00 $ 16,054,00 $12,00 $840.00 70 Discount ($21693) Quotation in effect until April 9, 2001. Sub Total We quote F.O.B. Mendota Heights, MN Sales Tax Shipment can be made within 6 Weeks AROH Freight Terms are Net 30 Days! Installation $ 94,209.20 $ 923.08 $ 592.23 $6,249 $ 29,965.71 Total Purchase order should be made out of St. Croix Recreation Co. Inc. Send the order to the above address or fax, thereby authorizing shipment and acceptance of the the terms. Please include Bill To:, Ship To:, and tax exempt # if applicable. Randee Nelson Page 1 i yo y N 00 C, h f,'�,e F l a n a g a n S a l e s, I n c i� lllllllllll,_ TV QUOTATION To: City of Mendota Heights Date: April 30, 2001 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Contact: Mr. Guy Kullander Phone: 651-1452-1850 Fax: 651-452-8940 Project: Play Equipment We are pleased to provide the following quotation on items supplied by Little Tikes Commercial Play Systems Qty Item 1 Description Unit Price Extension Little Tikes Custom Ship Kid Builder Playstructure $17,013.00 (see plan for layout and components) Little Tikes Kid Tiles for Transfer Area included Installation $ 2,896.16 IMPORTANT INFORMATION: ♦ Quotation in effect until: June 8, 2001 ♦ Freight based on shipment to Mendota Heights, MN ♦ Shipment can be made in 4 - 6 weeks ♦ Terms: 30 Days Net Invoice. ♦ Orders will be placed upon receipt of Purchase Order or Signed Quotation. ♦ Purchase Orders should be made out to Little Tikes Como Thank You! ACCEPTED BY: Flanagan Sales, Inc. m Dorsey Sub Total $19,909.16 Tax 6.5% 1,105.84 Freight 985.00 Total $22,000.00 Systems. 28fi Hamline A�enue North •Suite 108 +Roseville • tiIN • j>113 Phone: 651.6;33.0123 a 1.300.j283�57 ®Fas: G51.633•I>IS ° B-mail: FSalestnc@aoLcom QUOTATION TO: City of Mendota Heights 1101 Victoria Curve Mendota Heights, MN 55118 Attn: Guy Kullander Phone: 651-452-1850 Fax: 651-452-8940 Project: Per Drawing C2775M2 Rogers Lake Park Date: 03-May-01 File No. 2775MO2AQA Form: OQSR007 From: EARL F. ANDERSEN, INC. 9808 James Circle Bloomington, MN 55431 Phone: (952) 884-7300 Fax:(952)884-5619 1 I Lump Sum '; Custom Playstructure &Equipment By LSI I $13,812.00 j $13,812.00 Per Attached Component List 1 F Lump Sum Equipment Installation By EFA $42199.00 ! $4,199.00 Price Includes Concrete For Footings Border or Container is Not Included in this Quotation 28 Ton Pea Gravel @ 12" Depth $26,20', $733,60 Delivered and Installed By EFA , Fall Heights Over Six Feet Require a Fall Absorption Material Other Than Aggregates Excavating and Grade Work are Not Included in this Quotation n an Will Require a Wood Fiber or This Pla Unitary Surface to Meet ADA Requirements 417' Sq, Ft. Concrete Access Path @ 4" Depth $7.40 $3,085.80' Installation By EFA I ulscLaimtK rurc Unnrvwvry wrvui i wna; i ne Io1ww,,,., ., �..,a,,,,w, ....pl.�� .,..l, ..,l.,v.....,,........,....,-,...,...... ', This quotation is based on the area being free of all debris such as, but not limited to the following: *Concrete footings or block of any type. * Bedrock or rocky conditions of any type. *Tree stumps, trees, cans, bottles, metal or any other debris. `Utilities requiring any holes to be dug by hand. ` If area is not accessible to a bobcat and other equipment necessary for installation. ` If water exists in site area or footings after they are dug. * Or any other unknown conditions not listed or visible.kr Prices Good For 30 Days Includes Taxes Where Applicable Job Completion Date Prices Based on Lab Signed By: M;� 6 to 7 Weeks A.R.O. Sales Sub Total $21,830.40 C 9701 Penn Ave S, #100 •Bloomington, NIN 55431 •Phone: 952-884-7300 • 1-800-562-6026 •Fax: 952-884-5619 www.efa-mn.com • e-mail: parkandrecinfo@efa-macom OR trafficinfoC�efa-mn.com EEO/AA X � �p N O Vl n � �I ' l N A d I a Lu r ml, C2775M2 GENERAL NOTES C DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT PLAYGROUND AREA 1507 SQ. FT. LOOSE RESI LI ENT MATERIAL AREA 1090 SO% FT. BORDER PERIMETER — LIN. FT. TIMBER BORDER — 2 TIER — LIN. FT. TIMBER BORDER —1 TIER — LIN. FT. PEA ROCK (12" DEPTH) 28 TONS DRAIN AGGREGATE (3" DEPTH) — TONS GEOTEXTILE FILTER FABRIC — SQ. FT. SOFT —STEP (14" DEPTH — COMPRESSED TO 9") — CU. YD, SYNTHETIC SURFACE Cup 96" FALL HGT. W/ 12" BEVEL — SQ. FT. SYNTHETIC SURFACE 0 78" FALL HGT. W/ 12" BEVEL — SQ. FT, SYNTHETIC SURFACE 0 56" FALL HGT. W/ 12" BEVEL — SQ. FT. BASE FOR SYNTHETIC SURFACE — SQ. FT. EXCAVATE @ 12" DEPTH — MATT OFF SITE — CU. YD. HARD SURFACE ADA ACCESS PATH — BY OTH ERS 417 SQ. FT. — This plan requires grading, play equipment requires less than a 1% slope Above quantities may vary with grade site conditions The above listing is bill of materials to be used for installation ONLY refer to quotation, purchase order or contract agreement. It is the manufacturers opinion that this playground design: Conforms to Current ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Yes [X] No [ ] ** [ ] Equipment conforms to Current CPSC Guidelines Yes [X] No[ ] ** [ ] Fall absorbing surface conforms to Current CPSC Guidelines: Playstructure and Independent Items Yes [ ] No [ ] ** [X] Swings Yes [ ] No[ ] ** [ ] —Contact us or, see current CPSC Guidelines for recommendations— .�Ylendota Heights Parks JS• Recreation Commissioya April 25, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager Subject: DNR Project to Restore Shoreline in Roger's Lake Park Background: Last summer, during installation of the permanent aerator in Roger's Lake, Jerry Johnson, DNR Fisheries inquired if the City might be interested in a shoreline restoration project. I said we would and that was the last I heard of it until last week. Mr. Johnson and five additional DNR employees made a presentation outlining a proposed restoration project for approximately four hundred feet of shoreline in Roger's Lake Park. This will be a "Demonstration Project" by the DNR with DNR employees installing the plant materials and all plant material costs funded by a DNR grant. City involvement will include watering (as necessary) and approximately four hours of weeding every six weeks for the first two years. The DNR will assist and train our park crew on the weeding requirements and there will be a daylong seminar in the future that they suggest one or more of our park crew attend. Attached is a copy of the DNR Section of Fisheries -Work Unit Proposal for this project. The DNR has asked the City Council to formerly approve and support this project. I have prepared a Resolution and Agreement for Council consideration that will be on the May 15`" agenda. Project Schedule: Installation of the aquatic plants will be on Monday/Tuesday June 4`" & 5"' and the upland plantings installed on Monday/Tuesday June 11" & 12". Signs describing the project and type of plant materials used will also be installed. Some of the signage will contain full color photos of how the plant will look when fully mature. Action Required: The commission may wish to comment or make a recommendation to the City Council regarding this project. DNR Section of Fisheries - Work Unit Proposal FY: 2001 Date: Location: (Org) Activ.-Proi. Code: Work Unit Title: APR - (Rogers Lake Dakota Co.) Project Title: Rogers Lake Shoreline Restoration PROJECT DESCRIPTION Project Description/Background (Brief]: Part of a recently completed Fisheries effort to install an aeration system and fishing pier to provide angling opportunities to the public. Currently, the shoreline is devoid of vegetation (see attached photos), leaving the site prone to erosion and contributing to the low water clarity. Native plants will be established along the shoreline adjacent to a highly visited park/playground area. Objectives(vfiat project proposes to achieve) • Create a buffer zone of native plants to stabilize and control erosion, reduce runoff, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, and add diversity to a highly visited shoreline site. • Control invasive weed species into this area and provide an aesthetically pleasing area for individuals to recreate. • Educate the public about the value of shoreline management and aquatic plants to the lake environment • Discourage nuisance geese from loitering in the park area. Ta_s;cs (How project will achieve objectives). Identify specific activities [hat will take place in each zone (aquatic, transitional, uoland) including planning, site prep arti on, restoration approach (e.g., planting, seeding, allowing natural recovery) and maintenance. If invasive or nuisance species are found at the site (e.g. reed canary grass, Canada geese), account for their control. Identify responsible parties. Site Preparation: Apply herbicides to turf grass and other weedy species which may germinate in the cu rently non - vegetated area. Rodeo is to be used in areas below the OHW and Roundup in areas above the OHW. Install a biodegradable erosion control blanket along a 10 foot wide strip adjacent to and parallel to shore. Install wave braal-s to protect aquatic plants • Spread mulch 2 inches thick over the upland area to maintain soil moisture and minimize ger-nination 01 V:aedy specie_. DNR Section of Fisheries - Work Unit Proposal FY: 2001 Date: _ Project Area Information: Lake/stream name Roomers Lake Township Range Section (s) Land ownership in project area: ❑ Private ❑Public Current use: Adtacent to Dazk Owner name: Citv of Mendota Heights List any biologically or historically significant features: ❑ don't know/none (circle one) Known County Dakota List invasive or exotic aquatic species present in the water body: El don't know/none (circle one) ❑ Zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) ❑ Eurasian watzrmilfoil (iilvr ophyllum spicatum) CR Curlyleaf pondweed (Potamo eton crispus) � Purple loosestrife (Lyrhrum salicaria) ❑ Flowering rush (Butomus umbellatus) ❑ Other List comprehensive management plans for the water body: ❑ don't know ❑ none El Lake Management Plan El Other Project Size: ❑ Vegetation Management Plan Zone Width/depth (ft) Length/frontage (fr) Total (so fr) Aquatic area 10 400 ^,000 From water's edge lakeward; usually covered with standing water) _ Transitional area 300 1,500 (from water's edge to OHZV; floods intermittently, soils usually moist) Upland area 35 200 �'7,000 (above OH�; very rarely flooded, well- 70 100 7,000 drained soils) Size of total p%ect area (sq fr): 19J00 �- �� 'o � M CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA RESOLUTION NO. 2001- A Resolution Approving an Agreement Made and Entered into with The State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources for Lake Shoreline Improvements at Roger's Lake Park Whereas, Minnesota Statue 97A.065, Subdivision 3, provides for State funding of lake improvement projects undertaken by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, Section of Fisheries: and Whereas, Roger's Lake, located in the City of Mendota Heights, Dakota County, provides habitat for fish: and Whereas, it has been determined by the Section of Fisheries that the installation of native vegetation along the shoreline in Roger's Lake Park for the purpose of restoring aquatic plants, creating a buffer zone and improving fish and wildlife habitat will benefit the lake environment and the fish therein. Now, Therefore, It Is Hereby Resolved by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights approve cooperation with the DNR on installation and maintenance of shoreline restoration plantings at Roger's Lake Park and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute State of Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Shoreline Habitat Agreement (Aquatic Plant Restoration). Adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota Heights this 15" day of May 2001, ATTEST: Kathleen Swanson, City Clerk CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS By Charles E. Mertensotto, Mayor project area for purposes of controlling trespass, noxious weeds, granting rights -of - way, or other incidents of ownership. This agreement will be canceled upon transfer of the property to another owner during this period. This agreement may be amended by mutual consent of the DNR and the City of Mendota Heights. The DNR shall have no obligation to restore the land to its original condition upon expiration or termination of the Agreement. CITY COUNCIL CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS Mike Halverson Date Charles E. Mertensotto Date Habitat and Development Consultant Mayor DNR-Fisheries M,EJVDOTv4 HEIGHTS Par& !N Recreation Commission May 1, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project ManagerA Subject: Kensington Park -Tree Plantings along I-494 fence Background: Last winter a resident donated $750.00 to the City with the request that the money be used to plant additional pine trees behind the fencing at the south end of the Kensington Park soccer fields adjacent to Interstate Highway 494. In March, I was contacted by Brian Becker of the West St, Paul/Mendota Heights Rotary Club. He inquired if the City had any parks where members of this organization could plant seedling pine trees. This civic activity was a way of honoring their club officers. I informed him of the donation for more mature pine trees and asked him if his organization would considered planting three to four foot all pines in lieu of seedlings. The organization agreed and selected 4:OOpm, May 2"d as the date to plant the trees. John Boland and Mike Maczko arranged the purchase of sixteen four foot tall spruce trees at approximately $50.00 per tree. They also rented an auger for the City's bobcat which they will use to loosen the planting sites. The trees along with a load of wood chips will be placed at the park on the planting day and each tree site will be identified. Mr. Becker informed me that fourteen members of his organization would be participating in the planting operation and would also place woodchip mulch around each tree they plant. Action Required: None. This memo is for information only. The commission may want to consider asking the City Council to recognize this volunteer effort. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO May 3, 2001 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Mendota Elementary School Playground Equipment Discussion Mr. Lenny Axelrod, resident of Mendota Heights, addressed the Parks Commission at their regular meeting on November 14, 2000 regarding the condition of playground equipment at Mendota Elementary School. Mr. Axelrod said that Mendota Elementary has very old playground equipment and that he was searching for various sources of funding to upgrade the equipment and create a "learning center". Mr. Axelrod said that he is also searching for revenue sources among the school district, the state, and the parent PTA school committee, as well as individual teachers and parents. Chair Spicer told Mr. Axelrod that the City's own playground needs had to take priority over assisting the school district with school playgrounds. Chair Spicer said that nevertheless, in concept he was not averse to providing assistance to Mendota Elementary for this playground equipment, but that the equipment would need to meet ADA standards, the City would have to be released from any potential liability, and the City should not contribute more than one third of the cost of the equipment. Chair Spicer also advised Mr. Axelrod that he could not speak for the Council and that the Council would have to authorize any contribution to this effort. Chair Spicer asked Mr. Axelrod to return to a future Commission meeting when he had a more defined plan for the facility and had secured other sources of funding besides the City. Mr. Axelrod has submitted the attached update on his efforts for discussion with the Parks Commission at their May 8 meeting. Mr. Axelrod wishes to give a brief presentation with color displays to the Commission at about 7:30 and then answer questions. Action Required Discuss the attached materials with Mr. Axelrod. If the Commission wishes to recommend to the Council that the City contribute to this project, they should keep in mind that any contribution from the Special Parks Fund towards this project may displace or postpone one of the City's own projects already scheduled on the Parks Capital Improvement Plan. FROM : CMC PHONE NO. : 6516226699 PBl Leonard Axelrod PO Box 11967 5t. Paul, MN. 55111 651-214=0265 LAxelrod QJuno. com April 25, 2001 Non. Richard Spicer, Chair Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) City of Mendota Heights Mendota Heights, MN 55118 FAX DELIVERY 651-452-8940 c% Patrick C. Hollister Dear Judge Spicer: I am writing this letter at the suggestion of Mr. Hollister, and for the purpose of updating the PRC on. the progress of the Mendota Elementary School Playground Committee, and to request that we be allowed to make a short presentation to the PRC at the next board meeting on May 6. I am aware that the meeting begins at 6:30. I am hopeful that the meeting will extend beyond 1 :30, and request that I be able to make the presentation around 7:30. As the former Commissioner of MHAA, I am sure that you can appreciate my plight. I am a TBall Coach (again), and the first day is May 8th, and our play time is 6:30 to 7:30. Fortunately, I'll be right around the corner at the Mendota Elementary School (MES) for the practice. It is likely that I will be joined by Steve Goldade, the Principal of MES, and Richard Gray of TKDA, our planning consultant. Together we would like to show you and the board our plans. With this letter, I will be faxing two copies of our plans. One shows the overall design and the other the phasing. Given the limitations of faxing, those pages will need to be taped together. I am also faxing a very rough estimate of costs for the entire plan. Needless to say, we hope the District will make a contribution to those costs associated with the physical plant (parking, etc.), and we hope to attract further funds from parents, foundations, and fund-raising efforts. As I mentioned before, our plans are ambitious, Basically, Phase 1 is the playground and ad)acent field. The other phases move around the school plant. We will bring color layouts to the meeting, as well as, pictures of anticipated equipment options. We will discuss landscapping and security issues previously mentioned to me by the board. We look forward to seeing you, and appreciate your interest and support. Thank you. -------------------- 7----- v----- 7----- v- .,-- . 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Concrete Walks $2� 000 Retaining Walls) $3Q000 Miser Fencing $15,000 Outdoor Classroom/ Amphitheater $15,000 Grading for fields $70,000-$100,000 Drinking fountains/Water source $ IO 000 Misc. Benches, Tables $10,000 Weather Station/Sundial/Bird Feeders, etc. $10,000 Landscaping $20,000-$75,000 .... . „ ✓ - � R � � (� ! ,., j x, t ` � i� *,. � � 3 tf -.p. �� a--,i .. :. ',= t t _� ,_ - r , ,. ,. ., .;. ,. _ � ,� ,� s, ,, ti .� -_ - r �- r - _ / IJ v COMMISSION NO. 12271-0 �0d 6699 o9TS9 'ON �NOHd OWO WO?Jd FROM : CMC PHONE NO. : 6516006699 PG: _ y `"'mot ,�„-- t• f � nGwEEfts•�vCNll£CR-aE,ywEnS �.. rra. u.K.a.. PHASING PLAN APPAL, 23, 200I - ,_,: -,: r u.i.; :,. ,.,. �.�rri,:: rr,i^r-�-- �® �;. ,t ,� —., _ _.J � "', '`; 1 [, :_[ t�� y `,i J; — — _s ,, �� Phase, —'� Ir R � -V ■/y_ -_ 1 T _�E t :, ,- ;F�i �. < < E ® o � .,a .a SfiilL' N IK'f COMNIISSION NO. 1�271-0 TOd 6699829tiS9 'CJN dNCJHd �1�19 4d0'dd Mendota Heights Parks Aa Recreation Commission May 2, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager ,4W Subject: Volunteer Effort to Remove Buckthorn Background: Common Buckthorn is an invasive small tree that reproduces readily from seeds. It can quickly take over and dominate woodland understories. Buckthorn is a serious problem in the Midwest, where it has severely degraded many woodlands and wildlife habitat. In April, I was contacted by Sally McNamara (2371 Swan Court, 456-5779) who offered the services of herself and a local scout troop to remove buckthorn from City parkland. She works for/with the Dakota County Extension Center and is a certified Tree Advisor. She is knowledgeable in the removal of buckthorn and has participated in projects to remove and/or eradicate buckthorn. She will guide the boy scouts in the correct method to remove buckthorn, which may be done over several weekends. Direction given: I suggested that rather then beginning in a park, the first area for this endeavor should be the area easterly of the City Entrance/Monument Sign located on the south east corner of Mendota Heights Road and Dodd Road/Highway 149. This is a small somewhat isolated area where it should be easy to gauge the effectiveness of the removal operation. I instructed her to contact parks leadperson Terry Blum to arrange for pick up and disposal of the buckthorn her scout volunteers remove. Action Required: No action is required. This memo is for information only. ✓Ve adota F�ei�iit<s Paris Recreation Com"aissiora April 27, 2001 Memo to: Parks and Recreation Commission From: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager Subject: Natural Resource Inventory & Plan: -Acknowledgement of DNR Grant Award -BARR clarification of study plan objectives Background: Sharon Pfeifer notified me in early April that our request for a Metro Greenway Planning Grant was approved. She had several questions regarding a perceived "overlap" of data gathering tasks between our inventory study and the one being done by the Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation Department. I asked Diane Hellekson of BARR Engineering to contact Ms Pfeifer and provide her with details of our proposed work plan. Attachment: 1. DNR letter of acknowledgement 2. Memo from Diane Hellekson to Sharon Pfeifer Please note Ms Hellekson's memo, which describes various steps and dates that our study will include. BARB Engineering will soon present a contract for services that will be presented to the City Council for award. Action Required: No action is required. This is for information only. Carr tncineenng t,ompany 4700 West 77th Street • Minneapolis MN 55435 4803 Phone 902-832-2600 • Fax 952-832-260 BARR Minneapolis, MN Hibbing, MN Duluth, MN • Ann Arbor, MI • Jefferson City, MO 20 April 2001 Sharon Pfeifer Metro Greenways Planning Grants Program Metro DNR 1200 Warner Rd. St. Paul, bfN 55106 Dear Sharon, I attach a document offering revision and clarification of the Greenways grant submitted by the City of Mendota Heights. I hope I have addressed all your questions. Should you have any remaining concerns, please call me (952-832-2963). I would be glad to talk to you over the phone or set up a meeting with you and Guy Kullander of Mendota Heights. Fred and I look forward to helping the city make good use of this exciting grant! sincerely, Diane HelleLon c: Guy Iullander • Additional site visits for focus areas. • Resin management plan mapping and wri[ing, using information gleaned from field observation, GIS data and Dakota SWCD input Oct. 20() I —Feb. �Oo� • Continue co write management plan and section on management techniques. April — Mav �(}p? • Review SWCD "barrier circumvention" options and incorporate as necessary into Mendota Heights Plan Luna 2002 • Produce and disseminate report • Maka 2ma1 presentation ,_ -�-�_ P�,_._.n� Minnesota Department of Natural Resources 500 Lal'eycuc ROa(I St. Paul, Minnesota 55155-40 23 April 2001 Dear Friend of the Minnesota Valley: You are invited to attend the next (2nd) Citizen Advisory Committee meeting for the Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area Plan on: Thursday, May 17"', 6:00-5:00 pm Scott County Government Center, Room J127 200-4th Avenue West, Shakopee Our task for the evening will be to learn more about the natural history of the Lower Minnesota Valley with our Guest Speaker, Hannah Dunevitz. Hannah is the Regional Ecologist with the Division of Ecological Services, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Please come prepared for a facilitated discussion in an informal setting. ***Refreshments will be provided*** Enclosed are the meeting notes from the 1" Citizens Meeting (April 2"`'), for your information. In the interest of saving paper and postage: 1) if you know at this time that you would like to be taken off of the mailing list for this plan, please send me an e-mail note to that effect or call my number and leave a message; or 2) if you would prefer to receive these notices via e-mail alone, please send me an e-mail note to that effect. If we don't hear from you, we will keep you on our regular mailing list for the duration of the planning process. Thanks for your time and interest. Sincerely, 4/�s�( Nancy Albrecht State Park Planner 651-284-0263 nancv.albrecht@drinstate.mn.us enclosure DNR Information: 651-296-6157 I-888-646-6367 TTY: 651-296-5484 ]-800-657-3929 An Equal Opportunity Employer S'� Pnntetl on Recycled Paper Containing a Who Values Diversity 7�Or Minimum of in% Post -Consumer Waste Meeting Notes: Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area Planning Process Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting #1 4/2/01 Scott County Government Center, Shakopee Participants: Ned Winters, Izaak Walton League of America, Bloomington Mark Ryan, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Twin Cities Henry Crosby, Area Resident, Jordan Don Ney, Ney Environmental Center and Area Resident, Henderson Todd Murray, Area Resident, Bloomington John Maxwell, Area Resident, LeSueur Jim Wolf, Friends of the Minnesota Valley, Bloomington John Dahl, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Burnsville William Coddington, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Prior Lake Dave Jeurissen, Snowmobile Club, Belle Plaine Cindy Reinitz, Ney Environmental Center and Park Elementary School, Henderson Lance Anderson, City of Bloomington Milt Meierbachtol, Area Resident, Henderson Bev Meierbachtol, Area Resident, Henderson Dennis Porter, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Bloomington Keith Velaski, Penn Cycle Bicycle Club, Bloomington . Jim Ryan, Minnesota Ornithologists Union and Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, St. Paul Greg Pattison, Area Resident, Lakeville Amy Alexander, Penn Cycle Women's Mountain Bike Club, Bloomington Staff: Frank Knoke, Manager, Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area, Jordan Judy Thomson, Regional Naturalist, Minnesota State Parks, Metro and SE Regions, St. Paul Nancy Albrecht, Planner, Minnesota State Parks, St. Paul I. Introductions: Nancy explained that the plan for the State Recreation Area dates to 1984 and is in need of :-evision. At the same time, the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is revising their Comprehensi_t Conservation Plan and the Friends of the Minnesota Valley are contracting the development of a plan for the Lower Minnesota River Valley Watershed. As much as possible, the agencies and organizations will be sharing information throughout these processes. The planning process for the Slate Recreation Area involves both a Citizen Advisory Committee and a Technical Committee. The Citizen meetings will be held approximately once per month in the evenings over the next 6-9 months. The technical committee (composed of agency Meeting Notes: Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area Planning Process Citizen Advisory Committee Meeting #1 4/2/01 Scott County Government Center, Shakopee Participants: Ned Winters, Izaak Walton League of America, Bloomington Mark Ryan, Metropolitan Airports Commission, Twin Cities Henry Crosby, Area Resident, Jordan Don Ney, Ney Environmental Center and Area Resident, Henderson Todd Murray, Area Resident, Bloomington John Maxwell, Area Resident, LeSueur Jim Wolf, Friends of the Minnesota Valley, Bloomington John Dahl, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Burnsville William Coddington, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Prior Lake Dave Jeurissen, Snowmobile Club, Belle Plaine Cindy Reinitz, Ney Environmental Center and Park Elementary School, Henderson Lance Anderson, City of Bloomington Milt Meierbachtol, Area Resident, Henderson Bev Meierbachtol, Area Resident, Henderson Dennis Porter, Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, Bloomington Keith Velaski, Penn Cycle Bicycle Club, Bloomington . Jim Ryan, Minnesota Ornithologists Union and Minnesota Off -Road Cyclists, St. Paul Gregg Pattison, Area Resident, Lakeville Amy Alexander, Penn Cycle Women's Mountain Bike Club, Bloomington Staff: Frank Knoke, Manager, Minnesota Valley State Recreation Area, Jordan Judy Thomson, Regional Naturalist, Minnesota State Parks, Metro and SE Regions, St. Paul Nancy Albrecht, Planner, Minnesota State Parks, St. Paul I. Introductions: Nancy explained that the plan for the State Recreation Area dates to 1984 and is in need of revision. At the same time, the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge is revising their Comprehensi%:: Conservation Plan and the Friends of the Minnesota Valley are contracting the development of a plan for the Lower Minnesota River Valley Watershed. As much as possible, the agencies and organizations will be sharing information throughout these processes. The planning process for the State Recreation Area involves both a Citizen Advisory Committee and a Technical Committee. The Citizen meetings will be held approximately once per month in the evenings over the next 6-9 months. The technical committee (composed of agency ® a 0 0 llEE10.VCG eq A 1SD 197 % � irr =_ocCmTION Senior Center Vol. XVIV No. 9 Property Tax Rebate :.... Senior La1V,Project ........ Health...:: Regisrration Form..:...... Classes ........:. Senior Center Update... 2 3 3 4-5 ThankYou...............:.... S hado.v Dav Pho cos ::.... > 6 Trios and Tours .. --1%.: Elder Campaign ....:.:...:. 6-7 S Calendar ... .............. lnsert Area resident Richard Bancroft, pictured above, will bare some ofbis photon aphis of the people of Columbia at our Afay Brown Bag Seminar. Richard has been named a "Hometown Hero" by WCCO 4lVezos. FREE Brown Bag Seminar: Columbia Through the Lens of Richard Bancroft Wednesday, May 16: Noon Dakota County Library— Wentworth Branch Richard Bancroft, area resident, will present a slide how of Columbia and discuss its cuhure, hisrorv, and lifestyles. Mr. Bancroft was recently named a Hometown Hero" by WCCO 4 News for his photos hat help trs visualize ocher cultures. He has traveled extensively in counaies such as Iraq, Libya and Guatemala. His phoos display the oppression facing mam: indigenous people. Bring a sack lunch if you'd lihc. Although the presentation is free, please prert�istfr bv called the Senior Center at 405-2530. Community Health Option Forum Tuesday, May 29 9-11:30 a.m. Learn more about your health-care choices at this free Community Health Option Forum sponsored by the Minnesota Senior Federation. All participants will receive a free copy of the 2001 edition of Health Care Choices for Minnesota Seniors. The forum will also highlight two key policy issues facing older persons: prescription drug costs/coverage and Medicare Equity. The forum will begin with a presentation on health options by MSF off, VISTA volunteers, and invited experts. The presentations will be don key 2001 health ues and 2001 Health Cm-e Chosce;. A 15- minute general question period will follow. Although the Forum is free, please preie�ister by called the Senior Center at 405-2530. , } Q U) Ln Q N 0 LM CD Ul LL ❑ rxl eJ v --� c —0 Ln E-c 4 c °C1` Qom_=C1N uz.d� 3 � Z ZCJ� i Z�C✓)�� Z Z� VJ N E G E Gl E c E E E o E (-qCL � E� Q E c _ Ezo E W _ _ z - co N� N N: in Tj 49 u 0 _ —. app Senior Law Project Offers Free Legal Advice Wednesday, May 2 10-11:30 a.m. Do you have a question hat needs to be answered by an attorney? Kathleen M. Everslage from the Senior Law Project may be able to help you. She will be at the Senior Center the morning of Wednesday, May 2. Call the Law Project at 651-224-7301 between 9:00 a.m. and noon, Monday through Fri dati-, to schedule an appointment. If you have a special need, a staff member may be able to come to your home. S.P.I.F.F. Volunteers Needed Pal around with second graders from Somerset School or help serve bag lunches at the Noreen Activity Center on Friday mornin}, Nil 11. This is our spring S.PI.EF. event (Special Pals Involved in Fun Friendships). If You are able ro help, please call Barb ai !0>-2534. Advisory Council Meeting The next meeting of the Senior Center Adyiso�: Council v:ill be at 10 a.nn . on 7 hursdav, NIay 1-. \isitors are N\ dcorre'. HEALTH Nice and Easy Exercise Tuesdays &Thursdays through May 24 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Senior Center S3 per class Keeping or getting back mo good physical shape can improve your quality of life and enable you to keep up your energy level. In these classes, we do warm-ups for the joints (helpful for those with arthritis), stretching and aerobics, chair and floor exercises. We work on ways to fight stress and learn exercises that strengthen the heart muscle. Wear comfortable attire and bring a water bottle and a mat or rug. Led by Reath Aladay. UCare members may deduct up to S 15 per class on most classes — including ips and tours for senior citizens only. It a class is Izss than S 15, you ma ak-c the class free (55 Alive is exempt). You must be on C Care through the duration of your class(es). Include your III ID number on the registration form to qualiRF for the dis Co ll net. Foot Care by Happy Helpers Keep your \ r feet healthy! Foot care is offered at the Senior Center three times a month (first Monday, end Tuesday, and fourth Monday). Call Happy Helpers at 763-560-5136 to schedule an appointment. The fee is 521. Looking fior a Dry Place to Walk? Get your walk in at Moreland Elementary School! No registration is required. Just sign -in outside the Senior Center and pick up your walking pass. Walking hours are 6:30 to 8:15 a.m. and 3:15 to 6:00 p.m., \londay through Friday. Light trips around the perimerer of the school equal one mile. Free Blood Pressure Checks Receive a free blood- przssure check on the econd Thursday of the month between 9:330-11 a.m Mickey Labovitch Frances Lawson AmyLokich%. Senior Center, please ea11651-4052530. ' T'neElderEdittoiYis + published monthly, ;- Septemher through Afay, ai 1 once during the summer. It is a pool croon ofthe Dis,='t 79,7lSenior Crn»r, a Program Of Da7r I97 Gcmmu77i7 Eduratime. This issue was designed and ^ lured 6; Gloria Gri z An English Spring Tea r Bring your favorite teacup for a spring tea menu of apricot tea, cucumber sandwiches, lemon = cream scones with lemon curd, almond chocolate chip shortbread, and fresh fruit. Wear your spring bar and white gloves if YOU wish, and learn about recipes, table settings, and invitation writing. Sponsored by Adult Enrichment — call 681-2389 with questions. Carle Zeller. �7711 Thursday, June 7 1:00-3:00 p.m. at the Moreland Senior Center 1 session - $29 Beginning Word Processing Have you ever wondered how you can identify the - enus and toolbars on the Word screen and how you -an create a new document with the texr edited and formatted? Did you know that using your computer, You can cut, copy, and paste text into and out of documents? Learn how in this beginning word- processing class. Sponsored by Adult Enrichment— call 681-2389 with questions. T6206 Tuesdays &Thursdays, May 8, 10, 15> 17 3:30-5:30 p.m, at the foreland Computer Lab 4 sessions - S49 Creating a Newsletter Your club, neici organization, or church group needs someone to creare cone -co -four -page newsletter listing information about upcoming event. They would like to include graphics and drawings. You will be able to do rhis and a whole lot more afrer taking this four -session class. Sponsored by Adult Enrichment — call 681-2389 with questions. 1- 6204 Mondays &t1'zdnesdays, May7, 9, 14, 16 330-530 p.m. ac rhz lforeland Computer Lab 4 sessions - S49 News from the City of WSP City Council At their April 17 meering, the Dakota Counry Board of Commissioners approved hz recommendation of he Design Advisory Committee for the architectural firm to design and prepare construction documents for the new Senior Center/Pavilion at Thompson Lake Park. Council members Hart and Finnegan represented the city at the interviews. The firm selected was Pawners & Sirny. This firm has a wide variety of experience which includes the International Wolf Center in Ely, the Prairie Wedands Learning Center in Fergus Falls, and the North Mississippi Regional Park Interpretive Center in Minneapolis. Their proposed fee is $155,000, which was 523,485 less than the nest lowest proposal. �1 Thank You �4 To Department of Agriculture Collators Helen Andersen Lil Atkins C.L. Breckenridge Elaine Bryan Jim Bryan Lou Dort Margaret Finlayson Mary Ellen Fischer Virginia Gockel tllice Groth Joan Howlett Esther Mundt R to Plantenberg R to Schuster Frances Stowell Helen Tako Hildy Van Zinderen Myron Westfall Pauline Westfall R to Williams Milton Will Bea Will s� Thanks to Elder Edition Collators �- Jim Bryan Gladys Christiansen Millie Danner Vi Doffing R ta Eldridge Helen Knauff Joe Palermo John Ryduski Gen Schmidt Hilda Van Zinderen Frances Wegleitner Myron Wes tfalI Pauline Westfall Mary V"eireck St. Cloud's Munsinger Gardens, Flower -Pot Lunch, and "The Gin Game" After a riding tour through the historic neighborhoods of St_ Cloud, we'll enjoy a guided tour of the rVlunsingzr and Clemens Gardens, nestled along the shores of the Mississippi. We'll have a Flower For Lunch at the park pavilion — your flower pot will make a great souvenir. We'll also visit the Virginia Clemens rose garden, featuring over a thousand rose bushes in a setting reminiscent of European gardens. The next stop is Pioneer Place — an intimate, historic theatre — where we'll see "The Gin Game," a bittersweet comedv. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Tuesday, June 26 Departure: 9:00 a.m. Return: approximately 5:30 p.m. Cost: $47 (includes tours, play, lunch, and motorcoach transportation) Registration deadline: Monday, May 21 A Visit to Rural Minnesota — roar hunch at Tavern on the Green, and "The Fantasticks " Join us for a day in Plainview. We'll stop in Red Wing for coffee, then take the scenic route to Plainview, where we'll lunch at the rural Tavern on the Green Restaurant. The lunch menu includes pot roast, salad, Potato, vegetable, bread pudding, and a beverage. After lunch, we'll head to the Center for Rural American Arts and the Jon Hassler Theatre to attend a performance of "The Fantasticks." This play tells the funm', touching story of how ttvo farmers conspire as matchmakers to bring their children together. Thursday, August 16 Departure: s:45 a.m. Return: approximately 5:30 p.m. Cost: S47 (includes lunch, pla0, tour, motorcoach transportation) Registration deadline: ,llondas; July 9 'i Saturday, September 29: "My Fair Lady" ' \C'z didn't anucipare the popularii.� of"MY Fair Ladd' at Chanhassen, and is tilled quicldv. \y'z have ' added another trip for Saturday, September 29 (the First dace We could g gOod seats J. Take Me Out to the Ballgame ... Catch the Excitement of Our Minnesota Twins Yzs, we are jumping on the winning Twins' bandwagon! As this goes to press, the Twins have the best record in the major leagues this spring, and we are banking on them playing just as well this summer. The Twins will be playing the Seattle Mariners, one of last year's play-off teams. Our seats are in the general admission section of left field. Monday, July 23 Departure: 11:00 a.m. Return: approximately 4 p.m. Cost: $13 (includes school -bus transportation/admission) Registration deadline: Friday, June 15 wtthm Ott hours oT the tnp. �Ve tiv,.i, hourevzr, try to fill any cancellations from our `;--airing Lst. j. All tours depart from the Sigead Hills Shopping Center near Fazoli's (formerly Hardee's) at 1193 South Robert in West.St_ Paul, 6. Ifvou have special physical r 4 .cements, please note on the registration form exactly what it s you need to be able to enjoy the trip. MENDOTA HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT "'CIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS 05-03-too CN: 01000974 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Abandoned scooters/UTL DATE: 04/04/2001 16:40:0 OFFICER: Patrick, S 2231 LOCATION: Ivy Falls Park SYNOPSIS: Dispatched on a complaint of three scooters in the park near playground equipment. Upon arrival, I failed to find said scooters. I inquired of a mother and her children in the park if they had seen the scooters and they advised that they were there in the past from time to time; however, they were not there that afternoon. CN: 01000987 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Suspicious Vehicle DATE: 04/04/2001 07 34:0 OFFICER: Convery, B 2230 LOCATION: Hagstrom King Park SYNOPSIS: Dispatched on a suspicious occupied vehicle that was parked in the park every morning. I located Mn lie. 241-NIV V and made contact with the driver, Barbara Elaine Smith, 02-19-40. Smith parks there every morning before going to a babysittin_job thart she has on Abbey Way. I conatcted the complainant and advised her of the situation. 01001000 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Gun Complaint DATE: 04/04/2001 16:30:0 OFFICER: Patrick, S 2231 LOCATION: Rogers Lake Park SYNOPSIS: On stated dates and times I was advised by the complainant that around 1530 hours he had observed three cars and occupants at Rogers Lake Park. Two Jeep SUVs: one tan; one maroon and a newer Camaro convertible, red with a black top. Complainant stated the driver of the Camaro was a white male over 6 feet tall, who produced a silver handgun with a black handle Officer safety info. CN: 01001026 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Disorderly Conduct DATE: 04/06/2001 15:40:0 OFFICER: Anderson, D 2204 LOCATION: Ivy Falls Park SYNOPSIS: Dispatched to the park concerning a parked vehicle containing a couple being a little bit too intimate in public view. On arrival, the vehicle (Mn tic, 089LLE) was parked on the north side of the tennis courts and contained two people under a blanket in the front seat. The owner of the vehicle was identified and advised to leave the park. INCIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS OS-03-2001 rN: 01001029 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Suspicious Circumstances SATE: 04/06/2001 20:18:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: Valley Park SYNOPSIS: On 04-06-01 at 2018 hours, I was dispatched to the Mendota Heights PD lobby on a report of suspicious bags in Valley Park. The complainant, Richard Dale Larsen, 08/20/80, off the path in Valley Park. Larsen said he did not were filled with smaller bags with a sign attached, said he saw a white garbage bag and a blue garbage bag hanging get too close but something didn't seem right. I found the two "Please pick up after your dog!" This sign included a drawing from a tree bags and they of a dog for clarification. I then cleared the scene. CN: 01001067 OFFENSEIINCIDENT: Damage to City Property DATE: 04/09/2001 00:45:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: Valley Park SYNOPSIS: On 04-09-01 at 0045 hours, I noticed damage to squad 2248. Damage occurred in Valley Park on 04-07-01 during CN01001029. REPORT ON TAPE. CN: 01001090 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Medical " 'TE: 04/]0/2001 17:030 OFFICER: WillC 2238 LOCATION: Kensington Park SYNOPSIS: On 04-10-01 at 1703 I was dispatched to 2566 Whitfield on a medical. On arrival I learned the medical was in Kensington Park behind this address. The victim Shielagh Terry Leary 012889 had suffered an excercise induced asthma attack and passed out while riding her bike. Two friends ran to a nearby house and called 911. Healtheast paramedics arrived made assessments. Leary was taken home by her father and did not need transport to the hospital. I cleared the scene at 1732 hours. CN: 01001268 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Theft from Vehicle DATE: 04/26/2001 19:28:0 OFFICER: Willson,C 2238 LOCATION: Mendakota Park SYNOPSIS: On 04-26-01 at 1928 1 was dispatched to Mendakota Park on Damage to /Theft from a vehicle. I met with complainant (N(isner) who advised she parked her car in the parking lot of the Mendakota Park at about 18001-irs. When she returned around 1928hrs found the driver's door window smashed and her purse missing. Purse was described as black nylon with many pockets. Contents included a Samsung cell phone# 612-578-8306, house keys, checkbook with about 20 checks. The wallet apparently fell out of the purse and was found in the car by Misner with all contents remaining. Misner was advised to contact her bank and a business card with CN was left with her. Bank account number was not available. I cleared at 201 T INCIDENT SUMMARIES - PARKS OS-03-2001 rN: 01001269 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Damage to Vehicle �ATE: 04/26/2001 19:28:0 OFFICER: Willson, C 2238 LOCATION: Mendakota Park SYNOPSIS: On 04-26-01 at 1928 1 was dispatched to Mendakota Park on damage to auto. 1 met with complainant (Reisdorfer) who stated she parked her car in the Mendakota Park lot at about 1800hrs. On return at 1928 she discovered the driver's side rear window smashed out. No items were missing from the vehicle. No suspect information was available. I cleared at 2017 and left a business card with CN. CN: 01001272 OFFENSE/INCIDENT: Found Property DATE: 04/27/2001 00:30:0 OFFICER: Lambert, B 2234 LOCATION: Mendakota Park (softball complex) SYNOPSIS: While securing stalls at Mendakota softball complex, I found a pair of rollerblades laying near the bleechers across from the stalls. The property was placed into the evidence locker at MHPD for safekeeping. The owner has not yet been identified. Officer cleared.