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1997-10-14 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION October 1431997 6:30 p.m. -Large Conference Room 1. Cal] to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Approval of the August 12, 1997 Minutes 4. Introduction of Bill Bird, new Recreation Programmer 5. Interview with Meg McMonigal, City Planning Consultant 6. Trail Extension Request -Rogers Lake Pazk 7. Trail Extension Request -Senior Housing 8. South Kensington Pazk -Replacement Pine Trees 9. ' Discuss rescheduling November Meeting (Veterans Day) 10. Updates • Slowinski Property • Par 3 Cross -Country Ski Trails • Resurrection Cemetery: Hoffman Homes Concept Plan • Ivy Hill Townhouse Association Land Offer • Mendota Heights Senior Club • Parks Reports • Report on Soccer Field Conditions 11. Adjourn to the Comprehensive Planning Workshop at 7:30 Auxiliary aids for persons with disabilities are available upon request at least 120 hours in advance. If a notice of less than 120 hours is received, the City of Mendota Heights will make every attempt to provide the aids. This may not, however, be possible on short notice. Please contact City Administration at 452-1850 with requests. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES AUGUST 12, 1997 The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation Commission was held on Tuesday, August 12, 1997, in the Large Conference Room at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 PM. The following Commissioners were present: Libra, Liberacki, Spicer, Damberg, Norton, and Linnell. Commissioner Kleinglass was excused from the meeting. Also present was Administrative Assistant Patrick C. Hollister, APPROVAL OF DULY 15 PARK AND RECREATION MINUTES Commissioner Linnell moved to approve the July 15, 1997 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes with no corrections. Commissioner Libra seconded the motion. AYES: NAYS: PARK DEDICATION FEE INCREASE PROPOSAL Mr. Hollister said that at the Joint Workshop between the City Council and the Parks and Recreation Commission on January 14, 1997, the Parks Commission had expressed the opinion that the Park Dedication Fee for developers should be raised to keep up with land values in Mendota Heights. Mr. Hollister presented a draft Park Dedication Fee Increase proposal based upon the Parks and Recreation Commission's instructions to return to the August meeting with a proposed new policy that combined Minnetonka's wording with Lakeville's fee structure. Commissioner Libra moved to recommend that the Council adopt the proposed new Park Dedication Fee schedule with a dedication fee of $1000 for asingle-family unit. Commissioner Linnell seconded the motion. AYES: 6 NAYS: 0 HOFFMAN HOMES' CONCEPT PLAN FOR RESURRECTION LAND Mr. Hollister presented the Concept Plan submitted to the City by Hoffman Homes for a townhome development on northern half of the isthmus between Lake Lemay and Lake Augusta. Mr. Hollister asked for input from the Commission on this Concept Plan. price to a level the City could accept. Mr. Hollister asked the Parks Commission if the City should pursue acquisition of this land. Commissioner Norton moved to recommend that the City make reasonable efforts to acquire the Slowinski property for park land. Commissioner Linnell seconded the motion. AYES: NAYS: Chairman Spicer said that it was possible that Paz 3 golf course might also be interested in this land, and that the land provided good views from Valley Park, UPDATES Recreation Programmer Mr. Hollister reported that City was in the process of hiring a new Recreation Programmer to replace Chris Esser. Mr. Hollister thanked Commissioner Kleinglass for his participation in the selection process. Mr. Hollister said that the City should have a new Recreation Programmer by the end of the month. Iw Hill Townhouse Association Land Donation Offer Mr. Hollister said that the Council had accepted the donation of Lot F from Mr. Ralph Oyen of the Ivy Hill Townhouse Association, but that neighboring Associations were now contacting the City to express their concern about this land transfer. Mr. Hollister said that a forum would be provided for neighbors to express their views. Meetine with Dakota County Parks Mr. Hollister said that City Staff were going to meet with staff from the Dakota County park system and invited the Commissioners to join the meeting. Mr. Hollister also asked if the Commissioners had any comments they would like Staff to pass along to Dakota County Parks. The Commissioners instructed Mr. Hollister to tell the County Parks Staff that there was a need for a good sized County park at the north end of the County, and that they should also provide more trails for the north end of the County. Parks Report There were no comments on this item. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 9, 1991 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Introduction and Welcome to Bill Bird, Recreation Programmer Discussion It is my pleasure to present to you Mr. William Bird, our new Recreation Programmer. Bill was selected though a highly competitive process from a large and well -qualified applicant pool. Bill began work for the City on August 25 and had to "hit the ground running" because of the imminent deadline for publication of the City newsletter containing announcements for fall and winter recreation programs. Within two weeks Bill had the fall and winter programs ready for publication, and since then Bill has become involved in all aspects of his duties appropriate to the season. Bill is a relative newcomer to Minnesota, having arrived from Illinois this year. Bill has a Masters Degree in Recreation Administration from Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois. Bill worked for the City of Lakeville during the summer of 1997 and is now working part time for the City of Mendota Heights and part time for the City of Apple Valley. At the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting on October 14, 1997, Bill would like to give a very brief overview of the attached fall and winter recreation programs. Action Required Welcome Bill to the City of Mendota Heights. PAGE 6 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES October, 1997 ICE SKATING LESSONS Outdoor ice skating lessons will be offered at Friendly Hills Park. A variety of classes will be offered for all ages and abilities. This is a good opportunity to improve your skating skills. Lessons are taught by a local professinal skater with sixteen years of experience. Classes are limited to 5-7 participants, so register early. Please indicate the level name and session number when registering. All classes are S20 per participant/session. Smalls and Talis Parents or other responsible adults par- ticipate with their fust time skaters. Adults will team tips on how to help their children skate. Ages 3-5 years old Sundays, Jan. 4-Feb. 1, 1998 1:00-1:30 p.m. �in�rs Skaters with no previous lessons. Ages 6 and older Sundays, Jan, 4-Feb, 1, 1998 Session 1= 1:30-2:00 p.m. Session 2= 3:00-3:30 p.m.. Advanced Bed nners ,rs who can skate forward or who ha. _ previously been in the Beginners class. Ages 6 and older Sundays Jan. 4-Feb. 1, 1998 Session 1= 2:00-2:30 p.m. Session 2= 3:30'-4:00 p.m. Fridays, Jan. 9-Feb. 6, 1998 Session 3=6:00-6:30 p.m. Intermediate Skaters who can skate forward and back- ward. There will be a focus on tearing toms and crossovers. Sundays, Jan, 4-Feb, 1, 1998 2:30-3:30 p.m. F mn�srile Skaters who can do % forward and back- ward crossovers and turns orwho have pre- viously been in the In- termediate class. Skaters will learn jumps and spins. Sundays, Jan. 4- Feb. 1, 1998 4:004:30 p.m. Adults Adult skaters of all levels who want to begin skating for the first time or improve skating skills. Ages 17 and older Fridays, Jan. 9-Feb. 6, 1998 6:30-7:00 p.m. ckev Designed for boys and girls Mite and Pee Wee level who want to improve their skating skills. Class will emphasize forward and backward strides, crossover speed, endurance, and turns. Skaters should already know how to skate forward and backward or have completed Beginners or Advanced Beginners classes. Ages 6 and older Fridays, Jan, 9-Feb. 6, 1998 7:00-8:00 p.m. Cancellations: Lessons will be canceled due to weather conditions reaching S degrees or -25 below w: hilt. Make-up dates due [o cancellations will be Friday, Feb. 14 for Friday lessons ants Sunday, Feb. 9 for Sunday lessons. Cali 220-2156 for after hours updates. ICE RINK WARNIING HOUSE SCHEDULE Weather permitting, the Ury's ice rinks and warming houses will open on Saturday, December 19. Rink rules will be posted at the warming houses. A rink attendant will be on duty at each of the warming houses during regular warming house hours (listed below). The outdoor rinks and warming houses will be CLOSED and outdoor programs will be canceled when the air temperature is -5 degrees or lower, or when the wind- chill is -25 degrees or lower. Please keep children home on these days. For more information concerning ice rinks, please call 452-1850. WARMING HOUSES: Fr endly Hills Park South of Decorah Lane on Pueblo Drive 'Ivy Hills Park Butler Avenue and Ivy Hill Drive - Pleasure Rink Skating ONLY Mane Park West of Victoria on Mane Avenue Wentworth Park Between Dodd Road and Wachtler Ave. xOURS: We ekdays..... ...... 4:00 to 9:00 P.M. Sat urdays.........12:00 (noon to 9:00 p.m. Sundays ............ 12:00 (noon) to 8:00 p.m. School Vacation Days 12:00 (noon) to 9:00 p.m. Chr stmas Eve, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day ... ...12:00 (noon) to 4:00 pm. Chr stmas Day..........................CLOSED *Iw Hills Park Hours: Saturday, Sunday, School Vacation ....... 12:00 (noon) to 6:00 p.m. Chr stmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day......................................... CLOSED SEASONAL POSITIONS AVAILABLE Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation is accepting applications for the positions of Rink Attendant and Open -Gym Atten- dant. Both of these positions are part time. If you are interested in applying, please stop by City Hall between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, for an application and job description. Applica- tions will be accepted through November 20. For more information, contact Bill B rd at 452-1850. PAGE 4 HEIGHTS HIGHLITES October, 1997 MENDOTA HEIGHTS PARKS AND RECREATION FALUWINTER TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES THE S.P.LR.LT. PROGRAM* *Special People Incorporating Recreation In Togetherness The S.P.I.RI.T. program is foryoungsters with disabilities who enjoy participating in activities designed just for them. LaVema Wharam leads this group in a wide variety of pre -planned activi- ties and events, allowing the participants recreational opportuni- ties, as well as socialization with peers with like abilities in an atmosphere of equality. The group will meet on Monday eve- nings, at various locations throughout WSP, SSP, IGH, and MH. Please refer to the following schedule for events/activities of interest. Movie at Signal Hills Monday, October 20 Location: Signal Hills Theaters 20 Signal Hills Shpg. Ctr. WSP `;me:6:00 p.m. FE: Cost of Movie Out To Eat at Signal Hills and Holiday "Shopping" Monday, December 8 Location: Signal Hills Shopping Center Time:5:004:00;p.m. FEE:Cost of mealihnd shopping. "Belated Valentines Day Party" Monday, February 23 Location: Veteran Memorial Community Center: Youth Room 8055 Barbara Ave., IGH Time:6:00-7:30 p.m. *Car Pooling can be arranged. Please call the parks and recrea- tion departments at SSP: 450-8744, WSP: 5524150 IGH: 450- 2588 and ME 452-1850. OFFICE INFORYIATION: Open Monday through Friday, 8:00 am.- 4:30 p.m Mendota Heights City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve Phone: 452A 850 After Hours Update: 220-2156 PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF: Bill Bird, Recreation Programmer Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson John Boland, Parks Crew Mike Maczko, Parks Crew WELCH VILLAGE SKI TRIPS FRIDAYS, JANUARY 9, 23; FEBRUARY 6, 1998 End your school week with some evening skiing! We will be traveling through the snow to go swooshing down the slopes of Welch Village. Lessons are available and recommended for be- ginner skiers. You may bring a bag lunch or purchase snacks there. These trips are co -sponsored with WSP, SSP, and IGH Recreation Departments, Ages:8-12 Dates:Friday, Jan. 9, 23; Feb. 6 Bus Pick Up: WSP Ice Arena, 60 W. Emerson, WSP Departs: 3:15 p.m. Returns: 10:00 p.m. Deadline: Monday before each trip (Jan.5, 19, and Feb 2) FEE: S27.00 per tip (includes transportation, lift ticket, equip- ment rental, and chaperone). S 17.00 per trip if you bring your own equipment. 55.00 additional fee per hour for lessons. Adult "Open" Volleyball Cure the winter time blues with a summer time favorite. Vol- leyball! On select Thursdays in January and February the Men- dota Elementary School will be the site of open volleyball. Volleyball matches are of a non-league format with an emphasis on fun. Participants must supply their own ball. For more infor- mation call the Parks and Recreation Department at 452-1850. Ages: 18 and older. Dales: Thursday January IS & 29 Thursday Feb. 5, 19 & 26 T me: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Where: Mendota Elementary School, 1979 Summit Mendota Heights Fee: $2.00 per person, per evening, paid at the door. Bring: A volleyball. Cancellations may occur due to lack of participation. Please call 452-1850 CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 9, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Interview with City Planner Meg McMonigal Discussion The City of Mendota Heights has begun the process of revising its Comprehensive Plan. The Comprehensive Plan is a document which sets the general direction for the City in major areas such as land use, parks and open space, transportation, etc., for the next twenty years. City Planner Meg McMonigal has been interviewing City officials and major land holders in Mendota Heights for the past month, and would like to get input from the Parks Commission on the evening of October 14, Action Required Discuss the upcoming Comprehensive Plan revision with Meg McMonigal and inform her of the Commission's priorities for the City over the next twenty years. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 1, 1991 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Guy KullanderI Parks Manager SUBJECT: Request for Paved Trail Through Gravel Parking Lot at Rogers Lake The attached letter requesting a paved traIl in Rogers Lake Park was given to me so that a cost estimate could be developed for consideration by the Parks Commission. A paved trail could be added on the east side of the parking lot by widening the entrance and moving the wooden posts that now define the limits of the parking area. The same type of post would be needed to separate the gravel lot from the paved trail. The length of trail necessary is about 150 feet. Estimated costs to add trail would be from $3,000 to $4,000. ACTIbN REQUIRED: If the Commission desires a detailed plan and cost estimates for this project one can be ready for review and consideration at the November meeting. Any construction would be during the 1998 construction season. M �X TRAIL EXTENSION IN 9/97 '�'ri 1�Iendota ROGER'S LAKE PARK Heights Gx . rot VIMPJA CURVE • MENDOM HMGHM MN SMS (M 452-1eW CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 1, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Guy Kullander, Parks Manager SUBJECT: Trail Extension at Senior Housing DISCUSSION: A request from residents at the Senior Housing to extend the existing trail from the grounds to the shopping center was received by the Public Works Department. The existing trail connects to the street cul-de-sac paving on the east side. A trail/walkway could be extended westerly around the cul-de-sac and then west adjacent to the north line of South Plaza Drive until it meets the paved entrance to the shopping center. This route would require no easements, because all of the trail would be on the street right-of-way. Total length would be 350 lineal feet and cost approximately $10,000 or less to construct. More direct (straight line) routes to the shopping center parking area can not be considered, because it would be across property owned by the shopping center that may be developed in the future. ACTION REQUIRED: If the Commission desires a detailed plan and cost estimates for this project one can be ready for consideration at the November meeting. Any construction would be during the 1998 construction season. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 1, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Guy Kullander, Parks Manager SUBJECT: Replacement Pine Trees for South Kensington Park DISCUSSION: In 1995 the City Council authorized the purchase of sixty pine trees to be installed by the soccer team parents at the south end of the fields adjacent to Interstate 494. Fifteen of these trees have died and the same volunteers have offered to plant replacement trees if the City will provide the plant materials. Costs for replacement trees would be under $300.00 If the Commission wishes to allow the soccer parent volunteers to plant fifteen replacement trees, they should make a recommendation to the City Council to authorize funds from *e "Special Park Fund" for the purchase of fifteen two foot tall pine trees. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 9, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Patrick C. Hollister, Administrative Assistant SUBJECT: Optional Rescheduling of November Parks Meeting Discussion The regular meeting day for the Parks and Recreation Commission for the month of November happens to fall on Veterans Day this year (November 11). While the Commission is not legally obligated to reschedule the meeting, Staff wished to bring this fact to the Commission's attention. Action Required Determine whether or not the meeting should be rescheduled and advise Staff accordingly. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 10, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson SUBJECT: Parks Report for August 1. Prepare for fire and parks celebration on August 16. 2. Finish trimming pedway along Roger Is Lake. 3. Set up soccer fields for fall soccer leagues. 4. Inject iron root into tree roots at City Hall, Mendakota and Kensington. 5. Repair pedway between Huber ponds (wash out near culvert). 6. General maintenance - Cutting grass, striping foul lines, soccer fields and also had to sweep all parks. 7. Move pine trees from homeowner to kiddy park in Friendly Hills. CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS MEMO October 10, 1997 TO: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson SUBJECT: Parks Report for September 1. General maintenance, cutting grass, striping soccer fields, etc. 2. Transplant pine trees to Hagstrom-King from homeowner. 3. Repair slide at Kensington. 4. Repair water fountain at Kensington. Vandalism made it impossible to repair had to remove fountain from building. 5. ,Haul top dressing material to Kensington for later use. 6. Remove hockey boards from rink at Wentworth Park. 7, Purchase 15 Black Hills Spruce for Kensington to replace dead ones on south end near highway. �r1a� CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS October 10, 1997 T0: Parks and Recreation Commission FROM: Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson SUBJECT: South Kensington Soccer Fields Update on South Kensington Soccer Fields I would like to make you aware that the usage of the soccer fields have increased this Fall and with that the maintenance on the fields will also increase. My concern is for the spring and summer leagues who will have to withstand some minor problems. We will be top dressing and dormant seeding as soon as the soccer season is over. At this time, money should be allocated for next year for the additional costs. The Parks and Recreation Commission should also look at limiting usage of the fields to St. Thomas. One reason is the middle school is using the fields for gym class and also their soccer teams. If you have any questions about this memo, please feel free to give me a call or inform Patrick. TB:kkb cc: Jim Danielson, Public Works Director Tom Olund, Public Works Superintendent