1994-07-12 Parks and Rec Comm Agenda PacketCITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
AGENDA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
JULY 12, 1994 - 6:30 P.M.
' 1. Call to Order.
2. Roll Call.
3. Approval of June 14, 1994 Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes.
4. North Kensington Park - Consideration of Concept Designs
* Joni Giese, Landscape Architect
5. Request to Restore Archery Range at Friendly Marsh Park
6. Discussion of North Urban Trail
7. Discussion of Wentworth Play Equipment and ADA Upgrades
8. Verbal Updates
* Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks!
* Monthly Report from Terry Blum
* City Council Actions - Capital Improvement Plan
- 1994 Park Improvements
- Parking - Friendly Hills Park
* Dakota County Picnic Report - Ann Norton
* Park Vision /Philosophy Statement - Target Issue
9. Adjourn.
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
DAKOTA COUNTY, MINNESOTA
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES
JUNE 14, 1994
The regular meeting of the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation
Commission was held on Tuesday, June 14; 1994, in the City Hall
Large Conference Room, 1101 Victoria Curve. The meeting was called
to order at 6:30 o'clock P.M. The following members were present:
Damberg, Norton, Kleinglass, Libra, Katz and Linnell. Commissioner
Spicer was excused. Also present were Parks Project Manager Guy
Kullander and Administrative Assistant Kevin Batchelder. Guests
included Mr. Steve Sullivan of Dakota County Parks Department and
Mr. Eric Evenson of the Dakota County Office of Planning.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Commissioner Kleinglass moved to approve the 10, 1994
minutes.
Commissioner Libra seconded the motion.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
INVITATION FOR JOINT PARKS
COMMITTEE °S PICNIC •
Administrative Assistant Batchelder informed the Parks
Commission that the Commission had received an invitation from
Barb Schmidt, Parks Director for Dakota County, to attend a
picnic with Dakota County and all the municipalities at
Schaar's Bluff picnic area in Spring Lake Park Reserve located
at 127. Street East and Idell Avenue. Batchelder stated the
picnic is scheduled for 5:00 P.M. on Tuesday, June 21, 1994
and that the County desires to bring together the various
parks and recreation commissions throughout Dakota County in
a social setting to meet and establish dialogue.
Commissioner Norton volunteered to represent the City at this
event and the Commission directed staff contact
Commissioner Spicer to see if he was interested in attending
also.
.DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL . FOR -LEBANON
HILLS REGIONAL PARR r`
Chair Katz introduced Steve Sullivan from Dakota County Parks
Department to discuss the 1994 construction proposal and
development plans for Lebanon Hills-Regional Park.
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Mr. Sullivan stated that Lebanon Hills Regional Park is a part
of the metropolitan park system that is a result of state
enabling legislation that allows the Metropolitan Council to
plan and develop aregional park system. This regional park
system was developed in response to a lack of state parks in
the metropolitan area. Mr. Sullivan described the three types
of parks in the metropolitan park and open space system.
These parks are:
1. The regional parks which are the largest parks, generally
2,000 plus acres
2. The regional park reserves which are a fairly large park
at 1,000 plus acres.
3. The linear park such as the Soo Line Regional Bike Trail.
Mr. Sullivan stated regional park reserves have an 80/20 rule
on open space and development. Mr,_ Sullivan stated the
Lebanon Hills Regional Park is in the largest park category
and that typically includes picnicking, camping, swimming,
fishing, boating and other activities.
Mr. Sullivan stated there are thirty -six regional parks and
ten park preserves in the metropolitan area. He stated that
50,000 acres have been designated for this park system and
40,000 acres have been acquired for the metropolitan regional
parks system.
Mr. Sullivan stated in Dakota County they have Spring Lake
Park Reserve, Lake Byllesby Regional Park, Miesville Park
Reserve, Thompson Lake.. Park and Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
Mr. Sullivan described Lebanon Hills Regional. Park as having
2,000 acres and being 4 miles long and 1 mile wide located on
the southern border of Eagan and the northern border of Apple
Valley.
Mr. Sullivan stated that there is a recreational vehicle
campground, youth camp at Camp Sacajawea, beach, boats, lake
and trails for mountain bike, pedestrians, horses and cross
"country skiing.
Mr. Sullivan stated the 1994 development plan includes four
areas to be developed in Lebanon Hills Regional Park including
the Jenson Lake area, Holland Lake area, Camp Sacajawea and
the Tamarack Bog Restoration. Mr. Sullivan stated that an
internal design team of county and staff developed this plan.
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Mr. Sullivan displayed design boards and described the
construction plans for the various areas in Lebanon Hills
Park. Mr. Sullivai stated that at Jenson Lake they have an
existing picnic facility that they would like to enhance with
1994 development. Sullivan stated a large pavilion that would
seat 100 people under the roof with a plaza is planned as . well
as increased parking and trail connections and a canoe dock.
Sullivan stated that the County would like to re- vegetate the
blue grass areas to native grass species so that there is less
maintenance,' better wildlife habitat and enhanced water
quality. Mr. Sullivan displayed side elevations of the
proposed picnic structure.
Sullivan described the development proposal for the Holland
Lake picnic area which is off of Cliff Road. Mr. Sullivan
stated that Holland Lake is one of the deepest lakes in Dakota
County at 75 feet deep and possesses a lot of potential as a
fishery. Mr. Sullivan stated that currently Holland Lake is
a scenic wetlands in which profuse tubing use is occurring.
Mr. Sullivan stated that tubing and swimming uses are not
endorsed by the County in this lake and that the County wants
it to be a picnic use, not a bathing or tubing use. Mr.
Sullivan stated that in 1994 the County intends to replace the
bathroom facility, add a small picnic shelter to enhance the
picnic use and that there are plans for future parking and
trail expansions. Mr. Sullivan stated that the County's beach
is located at Schultz Lake.
Commissioner Norton inquired how the County intended to
control the use of Holland Lake and stated that on numerous
occasions she has seen hundreds of people using it. Mr.
Sullivan responded that the County's attorney is currently
looking at this issue and the County is considering zoning it
as a public water. The County is also considering enforcement
issues between the City of Eagan and Dakota County. Mr.
Sullivan stated there are many users who love tubing here and
the County is very concerned about using correct enforcement
procedures and the public relations involved with this
situation.
Commissioner Norton inquired if this could be made a permitted
use. Mr. Sullivan stated no, that at this time the County
does not feel that is the best use in a facility that they
consider a fishery wildlife facility that has a lot of scenic
resources. Mr. Sullivan stated there is a deep shoreline and
a lot of liability and risk with this use.
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Chair Katz stated there is always a liability issue with any
type of park usage and she feels that people in user groups
should determine the use of public spaces.
Mr. Sullivan stated in 1995 the County intends to update their
Master Plan and to review the uses and facilities of all their
County parks. Mr. Sullivan stated the County desires to have
as much public input and that there will be public hearings to
consider appropriate uses for these parks.
Mr. Sullivan described the long term plan for Holland Lake
that includes expanded trail uses, a trail head and picnic
facility expansioxi- and additional parking. Mr. Sullivan
stated that this .part of the plan is still being discussed and
that the County has had feedback that this is too •much
development for this area.
Commissioner Norton istated she feels Holland Lake should only
be developed with the small bathroom, existing parking lot and
trail, some shoreline improvements and the four picnic table
shelter. She stated she doe not favor the future proposals
and feels it is too heavy of a development of a natural area.
Mr. Sullivan described the improvements for Camp Sacajawea
which is a youth group camping facility that is oriented
towards nature camps. Mr. Sullivan stated that in 1994 an
outdoor classroom building would be constructed along with new
toilet facilities.
Commissioner Damberg inquired if there was an wider aged
drinking problem at Holland Lake. Mr. Sullivan responded that
yes that had occurred but that there is a range in age of
users from youth to middle aged to families. Sullivan stated
that many of these users are safety conscious but some are
not. He stated they have had problems in the past.. Damberg
stated she does not agree that the use of a facility should
drive its purpose. She stated that any use of a park facility
should not be damaging the resources and the use should be the
best for the area.
Commissioner Norton stated there are •not enough swimming
facilities in Dakota County parks system. Norton stated that
at Schultz's Lake there is a sand beach and approximately 200
• parking spots that is woefully inadequate. She stated this is
• a small swimming area that is heavily used. Commissioner
Norton stated that personally she is not in favor of any of
the future Holland Lake development plans and that she feels
some of the development plans at Jenson Lake are too heavy as
well. She stated that she is not as vehemently opposed to the
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Jenson Lake improvements as she is to the future Holland Lake
improvements. Commissioner Norton encouraged all the Parks
Commissioners to uisit Lebanon Hills Regional Park and she
stated that this is one of the last remaining natural open
space areas that has been preserved in this County.
Commissioner Damberg inquired how these regional parks are
funded. Mr. Sullivan stated . that through a Metropolitan
Council grant that comes from State bonding on an annual
basis. Mr. 'Sullivan stated that some fishery and wildlife
funding was involved in these improvements. Sullivan stated
the cost of improvements are as follows: Jenson Lake -
$600,000; Holland Lake - $100,000; Camp Sacajawea - $125,000
and the Tamarack Bog - $25,000.
The Commission discussed uses at Lebanon Hills Park including
snowmobiling and cross country skiing. Mr. Sullivan stated
that Dakota County Parks Commissioner Bob Doffing was very
concerned about snowmobiling in the park and is attempting to
have that discontinued as a use in the park system.
Commissioner Norton asked Mr. Sullivan to continue notifying
the City about the development of the Park Policy Plan and the
public hearings that are forthcoming. Sullivan stated that
all communities will be kept informed and that they have a
strong desire to keep the park commissions involved in this
process.
DAKOTA COUNTY PARK POLICY PLAN
Chair Katz introduced Mr. Eric Evenson, of Dakota County
Office of Planning, to discuss the park policies that Dakota
County has been working on in the recent past.
Mr. Evenson stated the first County Park Policy Plan was done
in the early 1970's and that it had been updated in 1975 and
1981. He stated the plan has not been updated since 1981.
Mr. Evenson stated there are twenty -five policy items in the
proposed Park Policy Plan, including future park development.
Mr. Evenson displayed the regional parks and trails in the
County system.
Mr. Evenson stated that the mission of the Dakota County park
system is to provide for the protection and preservation of
land in its natural state, while providing for outdoor natural
resource oriented recreation activities. Mr. Evenson stated
that the County does not wish to compete with active use parks
that are provided by municipalities or with the larger state
parks such as Fort - Snelling State Park. Mr. Evenson stated
that funding is primarily from the Metropolitan Council
through Open Space Grants for acquisition and development of
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these regional parks. Evenson stated that the operating
costs, maintenance costs, enforcement and security costs come
from the County property tax.
Mr. Evenson described the County's funding policy and stated
that in tight budget situations the priority for expenditures
of funds for operation /maintenance of the County park system
are as follows:
1. To maintain park user safety.
2. To maintain existing park facilities and the protection
of existing natural resources.
3. New acquisition.
4. New development and natural resource enhancement
initiatives.
5. Provide new recreational. services and:programs.
Commissioner Damberg inquired how much of our tax. bill is for
County parks. Mr. Evenson responded that. an unofficial
calculation shows this would be:roughiy $2.50 per year per
county resident. Evenson stated•that the use of fees•.bas been
a big discussion and issue with County officials and that the
County's Park Commission. recommended that the parks.be open
and free and that no entrance fees shall be charged. Evenson
stated the County Board has endorsed this as well. The
Commission .discussed appropriate user fees, such as equipment
rental and camp rental and interactive' programs. . The
Commission discussed commercial... use.. of. the • parks such as
horses, -canoe rental, •para- sailing rental and rollerbladinga .
Mr. Evenson described another policy issue as being.future
development of the", park. system and that .they are limiting
their acquisition of land outside of their existing park and
that they are focusing on finishing their current park system.
Commissioner.Norton stated this does not seem consistent with
the Park Acquisition. Policy described .in the Executive
Summary. Commissioner, Norton stated that all we have in
northern Dakota County is Thompson Park which is really-quite
small.
Mr. Evenson stated the County is constantly being approached
about other acquisition outside of their current park system
including the Buck. Hills ski area and Lake Miriam in
Lakeville. Mr. stated the County .18 attempting to
focus on finishing acquisition within their existing park
plan. Evenson described the natural design standards that
would be apart of their park design policy.
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Mr. Evenson stated that the Policy includes language that no
outside acquisition would take. place until all internal
acquisition is complete. Commissioner Norton stated that
there might be land available now that could be a missed
opportunity if the County only focuses on acquisition in or
around the current parks. Chair Katz inquired what still
needs to be acquired for the existing parks. Mr. Evenson
described the current parks and the incomplete parcels
involved in each one.
Commissioner Norton inquired if the Dakota County Park Policy
has been adopted yet. Mr. Evenson responded no and that it is
still a public process and the County Board has recently sent
it back for more citizen and municipal input and that there
will be a public review and hearing process. Mr.. Evenson
stated that written comment should be directed to Dakota
County by July 15 and that the County Board would be
conducting a public hearing on July 19. Mr. Evenson strongly
encouraged any comment from the City of Mendota Heights to the
County Board.
Commissioner Linnell inquired that if Dakota County is heading
towards a natural resource based system they better take a
look at what land is available now before it becomes
developed. Mr. Evenson stated that many of these parcels,
such as Resurrection Cemetery, may not qualify for regional
park funding due to their size. Mr. Evenson stated that most
1,000 acre tracts are in the southern portion. of Dakota
County. Mr. Evenson stated that the County is hearing many
requests for community based parks such as Buck Hill or
Resurrection Cemetery. Commissioner Linnell stated the prices
on the land that the County is currently looking at acquiring
will go up but eventually the County will be able to acquire
those parcels. Commissioner Linnell encouraged . them not to
miss opportunities such as the Lake Augusta /Resurrection site
which could make a good destination for the regional trail
that is being placed just to its west. Commissioner Linnell
described the Lake Augusta /Resurrection site as a miniature
Lebanon Hills with airplane noise. Mr. Evenson stated that
any park they are looking at for Dakota County should have a
minimum of 1,000 acres.
The Commission thanked Mr. Sullivan and Mr. Evenson for their
appearance and their information at tonight's meeting.
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CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PLAN
Administrative Assistant Batchelder stated the Parks and
Recreation Commission had been involved with discussions of
capital improvements, infrastructure, maintenance needs and
replacement items in the park system since July of 1993.
Batchelder stated that every park, trail and open space
component of the system has been reviewed and recommendations
have been made on priorities in the system and funding
sources. Batchelder stated the Parks Commission should now
review the final draft plan for the Capital Improvements Plan
and to make a recommendation to the City Council.
Batchelder stated there were two items not in the Capital
Improvements Plan that the Parks Commission had discussed - a
lighted tennis court and lighted ball fields at Mendakota
Park. Batchelder stated that Mendakota Park lights were not
in the park plan because of their large cost and the fact that
staff feels these lights should be promoted by interest groups
that use the park. He further stated lighted tennis courts
are something that staff is still looking at to determine
which is the appropriate park and how much the cost would be
for this. .
Commissioner Libra stated he did not see the raising of the
power lines at Kensington Park at an estimated cost of $25,000
listed in the Capital Improvements Plan. Libra stated that
the landscaping that had been placed along the freeway was not
sufficient for stopping balls kicked towards the freeway and
that the fence is not high enough. Libra stated that $25,000
had been earmarked in the referendum for expenditures at these
soccer fields and for raising the power lines if . it was
determined to be necessary. 'Commissioner Damberg stated that
$25,000 was not guaranteed to be spent at Kensington Park if
the power poles are not needed to be raised.
Parks Project Manager Kullander stated this money had been
reserved for raising the lines but not as a guarantee for
Kensington Park. Kullander stated the Parks Commission and
City Council had discussed this at a previous meeting and that
a verbal understanding had been established that the Special
Park Fund would make up for any shortcomings from the
referendum.
The Commission directed staff to add the power line as a line
item in the Capital Improvements Plan for 1995.
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Commissioner Linnell inquired about the funding for any of the
improvements required by Americans with Disability Act.
Linnell inquired • why staff had placed ADA funding in the
Special Parks Fund. Batchelder stated that staff had taken
the approach that the General Fund is the appropriate place
for items considered to be repair, maintenance or replacement
of existing facilities. Batchelder stated the Special Park
Fund was considered the appropriate place for any "new"
facilities or upgrades. Batchelder stated the Referendum Fund
is the appropriate place for any new facilities or upgrades
that are related to the intent of the referendum such as
improvements to neighborhood parks like the enlargement of the
Friendly Hills skating rink. He stated that ADA upgrades or
requirements have been categorized as "new" facilities and
have therefore been proposed for the Special Park Fund.
The Commission discussed the spread of funding from the years
1994 to 1999 in the different fund categories of the General
Fund, Special Fund and the Referendum Fund. The Commission
discussed the appropriate use of the Special Park Fund. The
Commission recalled that early on there were discussions about
using the annual interest from the Special Park Fund in order
to pay for annual improvements thereby maintaining the bulk of
the Special Park Funds. Interest from the fund was estimated
to be.$20,000 to $25,000 annually.
Commissioner Libra stated that development of the tennis court
at Hagstrom-King for $35,000 out of the Referendum should be
pushed into the year 1995 from 1994. Libra stated, as he jogs
through the City, he sees many tennis courts that are under
,used or open and does not believe the demand justifies the
building of a tennis court at this time at Hagstrom-King. The
Parks Commission agreed with Libra and directed staff to move
this line item into the 1995 year.
Commissioner Kleinglass moved to endorse the proposed Capital
Improvements Five Year Plan.
Commissioner Libra seconded the motion.
Commissioner Linnell stated he still has a few other items he
would like to consider before action is taken on the motion.
Linnell inquired about the t -ball fields at the public works
garage in 1994. Parks Project Manager Kullander explained a
memo that had been sent on May 17th describing that the City
had contacted Mend -Eagan about the need for t -ball fields and
that Mend -Eagan had indicated there was no need for additional
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fields for t -ball at this time. Kullander stated therefore
the line item to have t -ball fields at the public works garage
or in Friendly Hills tot lot had been removed from the Capital
Improvements Plan. Kullander stated that until we hear
further from Mend - Eagan, this item would not be in the CIP.
Commissioner Linnell stated that for 1997 he would like to see
a bench overlook area along Victoria trail, screening from the
creek for the Valley basketball court and the feasibility of
a basketball -hoop at South Kensington. Commissioner Linnell
stated that for 1998 the City should consider drinking
fountains in the .park system. The Commission discussed
drinking fountains" in the .park and felt that it was too
expensive and directed staff to not include them in the CIP.
Commissioner Kleingiass restated his motion to recommend to
City Council the adoption of the Capital Improvement Plan with
the modifications as discussed as a working guide and budget
document that is intended to recognize the needs of the park
system and to ensure its preservation.
Commissioner Libra seconded the motion.
AYES: 6
NAYS: 0
The Commission discussed an add -on memo from Parks Project
Manager Kullander regarding the development of 1994 projects
to be done this construction season. Kullander stated these
1994 improvement projects are based on recommendations by the
Commission to City Council during the CIP discussions.. The
Parks Commission discussed the ADA upgrades at Wentworth Park
and Kullander stated these would be competitively bid.
The Parks Commission reconfirmed their recommendations on
these development proposals for 1994 construction and directed
Kullander to proceed to City Council for these 1994 projects.
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT FOR NORTH
KENSINGTON PARR
Administrative Assistant Batchelder stated a contract for
North Kensington Park's landscape architect would be presented
to the City Council at their June 21 meeting. Batchelder
stated that Ms. Joni Giese had applied for the position and
was interviewed by City staff in May. He stated that Ms.
Giese has' previous experience with municipalities having
worked as a research assistant with the University of
Minnesota's Landscape Study= Center in designing a Masterplan
for a park in Sandstone, Minnesota. He explained that she has
also completed landscape and design projects for St. Lawrence
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Parish Courtyard and that in addition to her landscape design
skills, Ms. Giese possess public- presentation skills and is
eager to work with the Commission and Council.
Batchelder stated that the City Council had selected
Councilmember Smith to be a member of a committee that would
meet with the landscape architect during the concept design
work to speed up the approval process. The Parks Commission
chose Commissioner Linnell to serve in this capacity for the
Commission.
VERBAL UPDATES
Parks Project Manager Kullander stated Public Works Director
Danielson had recently been working on the Parks Budget and
had included all the 1995 requests in his departmental budget.
Kullander stated the archery range at Friendly Marsh Park had
been the target of numerous incidence of vandalism this year
and that all four targets and support posts were recently
destroyed by two or three intentional fires. He stated that
replacement of six inch by six inch support posts and four
archery bales would cost approximately $750. Kullander stated
the City crew will not replace this archery facility again
unless specifically directed by Commission due to the cost and
the repeated occurrence of vandalism. Commissioner Damberg
felt that this facility should not be replaced when it is so
blatantly destroyed. Commissioner Linnell stated he would
like to see the archery replaced but not if it is not getting
heavy use, it does not justify the cost.
Kullander stated the new Budget proposed for 1995 would
include a new line item for vandalism which is currently paid
for out of the maintenance line item. Kullander stated this
was done to provide information on the extent of vandalism in
the parks system so that these costs would not be hidden in
the parks maintenance line item.
Administrative Assistant Batchelder described the progress for
Celebrate Mendota Heights Parks! and stated that a recent
donation letter had been sent out and donations and offers to
volunteer were coming forth.
Batchelder had recently received a notice and press release
from Dakota Soil and Water Conservation District that they had
received a grant in cooperation with the Department of Natural
Resources for a cost sharing program for oak wilt control.
Batchelder stated this program will pay ..50 percent of the cost
for oak wilt suppression work done in 1994 and that this
program is available to all landowners in Dakota County
communities where an oak wilt suppression program currently
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does not exist. He stated residents of Mendota Heights should
contact the Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District
directly to find out if they can participate in this cost
sharing program. He stated landowners in areas where oak wilt
suppression programs currently do not exist are eligible for
50 percent cost share administered through the County Soil and
Water Conservation District.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the Parks and Recreation
Commission adjourned its meeting at 9:05 o'clock P.M.
Respectfully submitted,
Kevin Batchelder
Administrative Assistant
CITY OF IOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
July 7, 1994
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Kevin Batchelder, Administrative Assistant
Subject: North Kensington Park Concept Designs
Joni Giese, Landscape Architect
DISCUSSION
On June 21, 1994, the City Council approved a contract to hire
Joni Giese for landscape design services for the development of
North Kensington Park. The attached contract describes the
services and outlines the intended schedule for designing the park.
(Please see attached Contract.)
On June 30, 1994 an ad -hoc committee consisting of
Commissioner Stan Linnell, City Council member Jill Smith, Guy
Kullander and myself met with Joni to provide direction on
preliminary concept plans. Joni will be prepared to present three
conceptual plans to the Parks and Recreation Commission on Tuesday
evening. It is hoped that the Commission will provide her
direction on the preferred alternatives so that she may begin work
on a final design for the August Commission meeting.
The schedule calls for two (2) meetings with the ad -hoc
committee, four (4) meetings with the Parks and Recreation
Commission and City Council and final plans for construction and
plantings. North Kensington Park has been given an approximate
budget of $20,000 to $25,000 for a "backyard concept" design of the
park, with an enhanced plan that might include a shelter for an
additional $10,000 to $15,000. The services for landscape design
are included in this budget.
As part of this discussion, City Council member John Huber has
requested that the Parks and Recreation Commission discuss the
priority for location of shelters in the City's Park system and
make a recommendation on which park should be the next to receive
a shelter.
DISCUSSION
Acknowledge presentation of concept plans and provide any
appropriate direction to the landscape architect. City Council
will be reviewing the preferred concept on July 19, so the
Commission may wish to form a recommendation..
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June 13, 1994
Mr. Kevin Batchelder
Administrative Assistant
City of Mendota Heights
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Heights, MN 5511,8
ID: 6123312230 'PAGE.? 2
Re: Proposal for design services for North Kensington Park in the city of
Mendota Heights, Minnesota.
The following is presented in response to a request from the city of
Mendota Heights for design assistance.
PROJECT PURPOSE
This project is intended to result in a final design and related
construction documents for site improvements at North Kensington Park. I
will analyze the park, evaluate opportunities and constraints for site
improvements and explore alternative site plans in order to create a final
plan which will help the city plan future improvements in a coordinated
manner.
PROJECT SCOPE
The scope of services that will be provided consist of the following:
- An analysis of existing site conditions.
- Previous research and planning work done for this area will be
reviewed for its potential applicability to this project.
- Three conceptual design alternatives will be developed and
presented to the Mendota Heights Parks and Recreation
Commission.
- Based on the discussion resulting from the altemative design
alternatives, one of the alternative designs, or a combination
of several, will be refined into a final plan for the park.
- Construction and planting plans, along with a cost estimate for the
plants, will be provided to the city based on the final plan.
▪ Attendance at the following six community meetings:
- 2 with an ad hoc committee consisting of one member
from each the Parks and Recreation Commission and City
Council.
- 4 presentation meetings with either the Parks and
Recreation Commission or the City Council. 1- ,,
- If my attendance is required at any meetings in addition to those
mentioned above, an hourly rate of $20 hour will be charged.
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Mr. Kevin Batchelder
June 13, 1994
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- The city of Mendota Heights understands that I am a student in the
Landscape Architecture Department at the University of
Minnesota, and not a licensed landscape architect. Therefore,
all construction documents that I submit to the city will be
developed under the supervision of a city engineer or
architect to insure compliance with such issues as applicable
codes and laws, safety and appropriate construction
techniques and materials.
- I will, to the best of my ability, specify plants that are
appropriate to the conditions of the site and the climate of
Minnesota, but I will not be liable for any plants that
subsequently die after planting.
- The city engineer is responsible for the supervision of the actual
construction of North Kensington Park. 1 will be available on a
limited basis to answer questions regarding the design
concept or the interpretation of the construction documents.
COMMITMENTS NEEDED FROM THE CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
It is my understanding that the city of Mendota Heights will provide the
following:
- A topographic base map along with all necessary site information.
- All duplication services needed to develop.the design and to
produce final presentation and construction documents.
- Meeting time for myself with Mr. Batchelder and Mr. Kuilander
throughout the design process.
PROPOSED BUDGET AND SCHEDULE
I will charge the city of Mendota Heights, for the services listed above, a
fee not to exceed $2500. The following billing schedule will be used:
$1500 - After the conceptual design alternatives are presented to
the Parks and Recreation Commission (estimated
presentation date of July 12, 1994.)
$ 500 - After the final design is presented to the Parks and
Recreation Commission (estimated presentation date of
August 9, 1994.)
$ 500 - At the time the construction documents are submitted to the
city (estimated submission date of September 15, 1994.)
Estimated dates are contingent on the timeliness of receiving needed
information in order to proceed with the design and on.a consensus
between the Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council regarding
the final design concept.
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Mr. Kevin Batchelder
June 13, 1994
Page Three
ID: 6123312230 PAGE. 4
PROJECT AGREEMENT
For the project to proceed, the city of Mendota Heights (as represented by
the authorized signature below) agrees:
(1) to the basic scope of services listed above,
(2) to provide the base information requested and coordinate all
necessary meetings, and •
(3) to pay for the services provided upon receipt of a bill.
Please retum a signed copy of this proposal to me and retain a copy for
your records.
on behalf of the city of Mendota Heights
Joni Giese
5445/29th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55417
(612) 729 -0967
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
March 4, 1994
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Kevin Batchelder, Administrative Assi
Subject: North Kensington Park - Discussion of Concept Design
Review of Neighborhood Meeting
DISCUSSION
On February 24, 1994, the Parks and Recreation Commission
hosted a neighborhood meeting to solicit ideas and suggestions from
residents in the area around North Kensington Park about the
development of this park. It was a very positive meeting attended
by over 40 residents, six children, five Parks and Rec
Commissioners, two Council members, a Planning Commissioner and
staff.
City staff received 25 written comments and approximately one
dozen phone calls in addition to the comments received at the
neighborhood meeting. (Please see attached.) It was not easy to
categorize all the comments, but the following unscientific polling
was taken:
Park Use Preferences Number of People
Landscaping, berms, plantings, trees 13
Tennis at Hagstrom -King 11
Gathering area /picnic tables 10
Passive, open park 9
"Backyard" concept 8
Opposed to active uses 7
Opposed to parking 7
Basketball hoop 5
Horseshoes 5
Barbecue pits 4
Benches /rest area 3
Badminton /shuffleboard /bocce ball 3
Volleyball 3
Par Course and Paths 3
Tennis Courts at Kensington 2
Ice Skating /Roller Hockey 2
Wildflower Beds 1
Pond Improvements 1
Many of these categories could be lumped together and within
the individual categories there were many different suggestions or
ideas. The Commission should first review -the results of the
neighborhood meeting.
Following the review of responses, the Commission should begin
discussing concept plans for the design of this park segment so
that a recommendation on concept plans may be made to the City
Council.
Other comments were received that were not specific to North
Kensington Park including a wading pool, more family /youth
recreation programs, stop signs on Mendota Heights Road at the
crosswalk to Hagstrom -King Park and a community center in Mendota
Heights.
ACTION REQUIRED
Review responses from the neighborhood meeting and discuss
concept designs for the development of North Kensington Park.
Consider a recommendation to City Council and provide any
appropriate direction to 'staff.
To:
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
July 7, 1994
Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Kevin Batchelder, Administrative A
t
Subject: Request to Restore Archery Range at Friendly Marsh Park
DISCUSSION
At the June meeting, Parks Leadperson Terry Blum reported on
the repeated vandalism and destruction of the archery bales and
support posts at Friendly Marsh Park. Terry stated that the park
crews were not going to replace the destroyed facility unless the
Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council desired to
continue this service.
The Parks and Recreation Commission was of the opinion that
the replacement of this facility should not occur unless there was
a strong demand for an archery facility. On June 15, 1994 we
received a letter from Cedric and Janet Schranker requesting that
the archery bales be replaced and requesting that this service be
continued. She has been invited to the meeting on Tuesday evening.
In addition to the expense and maintenance issues, the Police
Department has expressed concerns over the use of this archery
range. City ordinance does not allow minors to discharge bow and
arrows in the City. (See attached Section 5, Ordinance 909).
Liability concerns probably dictate some regulatory signage for an
archery range.
ACTION REQUIRED
Meet with Mr. and Ms. Schranker and discuss the continuation
of the archery range facility in Friendly Marsh Park.
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City of Mendota Heights
1101 Victoria Curve
Mendota Hts., MN 55120
Fax 452-8940
Cedric and Janet Schrankler
2350 Apache $t.
Mendota Hts., MN 55120
Tel. and Fax 452-4263
June 15, 1994
To Whom It May Concern.
This letter is in regards to the Friendly Marsh Park where
there is a free archery range.
Our whole family(3) has archery equipment. It has been a
pleasure to go out once in awhile and target shoot without
traveling a great distance and paying a fee. Last year our
daughter, then 15 years old, became interested and we loaned her
our equipment and showed her how to use it. It was wonderful to
see her leave the house several times a week during the summer to
walk a few blocks to practice. I(the mother) would walk to the
range once in a while to see how she was doing and to practice
myself.
Since our daughter showed a strong interest we bought her
some equipment of her own for her birthday in April, 1994. She
looked forward to going back to the archery_range. However,
everytime she went to the range it had been damaged in some way.
She practiced on what was left until there was nothing left. I
informed that some replacements would be made the first week
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of June, 1994. When she went back June 14th there was nothing
to work with. We are trying to think of a safe target she
could carry down there or we could bring in a car so she could
practice there in a safer place.
When calling the city I was informed that each time material
is replaced it is destroyed. The cost is adding up. I would
think that if the public is made aware of its existance and
maintenance cost that:
1. It would be used more often.
2. The cost might help-Some people think twice before doing or
not doing damage.
3. That the neighbors might try to become more aware of who is
using it and how they are using it or misusing it.
It would be interesting to have the public be invited to a
town meeting where the archery range topic is on the agenda.
Feel free to call us at 452-4263 if you have any questions
or concerns.
Sincerely,
Janet E. Schrankler
City of
Mendota Heights
June 16, 1994
Cedric and Janet Schrankler
2350 Apache St.
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Dear Mr. and Ms. Schrankler:
I have received your letter regarding the archery range at Friendly
Marsh Park and the replacement of our destroyed facility. Thank
you for sending the letter - I will place it on the Parks and
Recreation Commission's next agenda which is scheduled for July 12,
1994 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall, 1101 Victoria Curve.
At that time, the Parks and Recreation Commission will again
discuss whether this facility should be replaced and maintained.
The Commission may also discuss whether a public hearing on the
matter is needed to further review the issue, as you suggested.
As we discussed on the telephone, city parks staff reported to the
Parks and Recreation Commission at their June meeting that the
archery range was continually being burned and /or destroyed by
vandalism. The cost to maintain this facility is considerable and
the Commission felt that if there was not sufficient use of the
archery range that the costs of repair and replacement exceeded the
demand.
At this point, no formal decision has been made and the item is
still a matter for discussion. Please feel free to call me at
452 -1850 if you have any questions, or concerns.
Sincerely,
r-Gt;-Co±-,te-tsL-_
Kevin Batchelder
Administrative Assistant
cc: Terry Blum, Parks Leadperson
Jim Danielson, Public Works Director
1101 Victoria Curve .Mendota Heights, MN • 55118 452.1850
ORDINANCE NO. 909
AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING THE CARRYING OR WEARING OF CONCEALED
WEAPONS, THE POSSESSION OF FIREARMS OR WEAPONS BY MINORS, AND THE
SALE OF DANGEROUS WEAPONS, REQUIRING A LICENSE TO SELL FIREARMS,
AND PROVIDING A PENALTY FOR VIOLATION THEREOF.
SECTION 1. CONCEALED WEAPONS
It shall be unlawful forany person within the limits of the Village of Mendota Heights
to carry or wear concealed about his person any firearm, dagger, sling shot, or knuckles
of lead, brass or other metal, bowie knife, or razor or any other dangerous or deadly
weapons.
SECTION 2. POLICE OFFICERS EXCEPTED
The provisions of this Ordinance shall not apply to the officers or members of the police
force of the Village of Mendota Heights, nor to any officer of any court whose duty it
may be to serve warrants or make arrests nor to persons whose business or occupation
may require the carrying of weapons for protection and who shall have obtained from
the Chief of Police of the Village a license so to do as hereinafter provided.
SECTION 3. LICENSES TO CARRY WEAPONS
The Chief of Police of the Village of Mendota Heights may grant to such persons as he
may think proper, license to carry concealed weapons, and may revoke any such
license at his pleasure.
SECTION 4. ISSUANCE OF LICENSE
Application for such license shall be made to the Chief of Police of the Village of
Mendota Heights in writing, and when granted, the person applying therefor shall pay
into the Village treasury the sum of Twenty -Five Dollars ($25.00), and thereupon a
license shall be issued by the Village Clerk and signed by the Chief of Police. Every
such license shall state the name, age, location and residence of the person to whom it
is granted and shall expire on the 31st day of December of each and every year.
(909) 1
SECTION 5. POSSESSION OF WEAPONS BY MINORS
No minor under the age of eighteen years shall, within the corporate limits of the
Village of Mendota Heights, handle or have in his possession or under his control,
except when accompanied by or under the immediate charge of his parent or guardian,
any firearm of any kind whatsoever, or ammunition of any kind for use therein, or
any sling -shot, sling, air -gun, bow and arrow, spring -gun, or the like; nor shall any
such minor, within the corporate limits of the Village, fire or discharge any such fire-
arm, sling, sling -shot, bow and arrow, spring -gun or the like, whether accompanied
by his parent or guardian, or otherwise.
SECTION 6. SALE Td MINORS
No person, firm, or corporation' shall, within the corporate limits of the Village of
Mendota Heights, give, sell, or otherwise furnish any firearms or air -guns of any
kind, or any ammunition of any kind for use therein, to any minor under age of
eighteen years, without the written consent of the parent or guardian of the said minor.
Said permission shall be preserved by the person furnishing such arms or ammunition,
and shall be open to inspection at all reasonable times by all members of the Police
Department, the Sheriff or his deputies, or the Judges of any court of record in this
State.
SECTION 7. PROHIBITION
No person shall sell, offer or expose for sale, give away, or have in possession any
knife, dagger, stiletto or other similar device of the type commonly known as a switch
blade knife, spring blade knife, or push - button knife.
SECTION 8. POSSESSION IS PRIMA FACIE
Possession of any one of the types of knives, daggers, or stilettos defined in Section
7 of this Ordinance shall be prima facie evidence that such possession is unlawful,
and that such possession is had for the purpose and with intent to violate the provisions
of this Ordinance.
(909) 2
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
July 7, 1994
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: •Kevin Batchelder, Administrative A
Subject: Discussion of North Urban Trail
DISCUSSION
Dakota County has completed their preliminary design work on
the North Urban Trail and has forwarded a copy of the draft plan.
Dakota County has incorporated our suggestions and is avoiding
front yards along the Highway 110 Frontage Road. They are proposing
the trail to be south of the frontage road within the highway
R.O.W., as shown on a schematic prepared by Guy Kullander.
(Please see attached.)
Also, please find a copy of selected pages of the draft plan
attached, as well as our previous letters to the County. On June
29, 1994, staff had an opportunity to meet with the County in
regards to the draft North Urban Trail plan. Staff raised the
following issues at that meeting:
1. Warrior Drive location versus Delaware Avenue location.
2. Fence or concrete barriers between Highway 110 and the trail.
3. Volume of use in Valley Park and the requirements to widen,
clear cut and tree loss potential. Estimates and projections
of trail use.
4. Possibility of better landing for Valley Park trail as it
approaches Dodd Road.
5. Future land uses for TH149 R.O.W. if it is turned back to the
City.
6. Who pays lighting and telephone bills for proposed lights and
phone stations.
7. Maintenance agreements following construction.
8. Burden of costs for future upgrades.
Dakota County has agreed to appear at the July 19, 1994 City
Council meeting to make a presentation on the North Urban Trail and
all Parks and Recreation Commissioners are invited to attend this
presentation.
ACTION REQUIRED
This information has been provided as an update. Any comments
or suggestions may be provided to the City Council for their
meeting with the County ,on July 19th.
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� City of
Mendota Heights
April 21, 1994
Ms. Chantell Kadin, Planning Associate
Dakota County Western Service Center
Environmental Management Department
14955 Galaxie Avenue
Apple Valley, MN 55124 -8579
Dear Ms. Kadin:
As requested in your March 14, 1994 letter, the City of Mendota
Heights has reviewed the trail route alternatives for the North
Urban Trail, as presented in the Location Alternatives document on
March 9, 1994 by your consultant at the Wentworth Library. Both
our Parks and Recreation Commission and our City Council have
reviewed these alternatives.
While our official bodies agree with staff that the Highway 110
Frontage Road route appears.to be the most favorable route, their
agreement to this alternative is from the perspective that this is
the least negative route of the three.. alternatives that have been
explored. : ° . -. ..- . .
Both the City.. Council and :the. -Parks and Recreation Commission
strongly expressed the concern that any disruption of front yards
for County regional trails would be unacceptable and would be
something that they could not support. They suggested, that should
this trail be located along-front yards, that significant plantings
and landscaping would be necessary to minimize the impacts.
Our City .Council suggested that locating the trail between the
frontage road and Trunk Highway 110 should be re- explored as a
possible trail location in order to avoid going through the front
yards of residents along the frontage road. The City Council is
also concerned about the level of bicycle traffic that would be
routed through Valley Park as the City has already received
numerous complaints of bicyclists traveling too fast in this area
and frightening pedestrians.
As previously conveyed, our City Council is unable to offer
conceptual support for the North Urban Trail until such time as
more details are known about the specific locations and connections
of the trail and what impacts these choices may have.
1101 Victoria Curve - Mendota Heights, MViN.- 55118 452-1850
Ms. Chantell Kadin
Page Two
April 21, 1994
The City of Mendota Heights appreciates the opportunity to provide
input and desires to be kept informed .on anyy)decisions or
directions that the County is .taking with the North Urban Trail and
its location. We would especially appreciate an opportunity to
review and comment on the draft plan that is being prepared. Thank
you for your time and cOnsideration.
Sincerely,
Kevin Batchelder
Batchelder
Administrative Assistant
cc: Bill. Craig, City of West St. ,Paul.. - •
Randee Nelson,- City of South St. Paul
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City of
Mendota Heights
January 24, 1994 .
Ms. Chantell Kadin
Dakota County Western S&rvice Center
Environmental Management Department
14955 Galaxie Avenue
Apple Valley, MN 55124-8579
Dear Ms. Kadin:
I am writing this letter to inform you that the City Council of
Mendota Heights is not ,able to offer. conceptual support of the
North Urban Trail, until such-ame as more details are known about
locations, routes, connections and standards. Our City Council
recognizes the potential of impacting the front yards of
.residential properties in Mendota Heights with new trails, or
upgraded trails, and desires •more specifics before they will
endorse. _this concept.
The City Council, at their ..January 18th meeting, specifically
requested ,that I inquire if Kenliorns, •.of-Barton-Aschman, is aware
of the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area (MIRKA) plan
) - prepared by. the-National Park Service :And their plans for regional
. trails in this area. • ..VINIUM. trail..plAne, should be coordinated with
the COUlittP.7 s.• regional • System: *- •• • - • •
The City of Mendota Heights has appreciated the opportunity to work
with Dakota County in exploring additional recreational trail
facilities to serve the residents of our area. We look forward to
continuing • our cooperative efforts in this regard. We hope to
provide further input as Dakota County begins to determine more
specific designs for the various routes and connection points.
Sincerely,
Kevin Batchelder
Administrative Assistant
cc: Bill Craig, City of West St. Paul
Randee Nelson, City of South St. Paul
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3rd Annual
CELEBRATE
MENDOTR HEIGHTS
PRRKS
Saturday
JULY 23rd
10:00 am- Family Fitness Walk- starting at City Hall.
10:30 am- Mend -Eagan and Sibley Sting Soccer Exhibition at
Kensington Park.
11:00 am- Mendota Heights Girls Softball Tournament
sponsored by Mendota Heights Subway.
At Mendakota Park:
12:00 pm- Turner's Gymnastics Performance
12:30 pm- George Berg Band
2:30 pm- Magician Act
3:30pm- Teddy Bear Band
4:30 pm- Unisys Coral Group
sions available
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
TO: Mayor, City Council and City A
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FROM: James E. Danielson; Public Works
SUBJECT: Friendly Hills Park - "No Parking Zone"
DISCUSSION:
June 14, 1994
Last meeting Council, upon receiving a request to add a "No Parking" zone on the
west side of Pueblo Lane adjacent to Friendly Hills Park, directed me to prepare the
appropriate ordinance establishing the zone and to notify the affected neighbors of the
impending change.
Attached is the letter I sent to the eight neighbors abutting the proposed "no parking"
zone.
RECOMMENDATION:
I recommend that upon receiving and considering any affected neighbors comments
that a No Parking" zone be established on the west side of Pueblo Lane between Decorah
Lane and Mohican Lane across from Friendly Bills Park.
ACTION REQUIRED:
If Council desires to implement the recommendation they should solicit any neighbor's
comments and then pass a motion adopting Ordinance No. , AN ORDINANCE
PROHIBITING PARKING ON THE WEST SIDE OF PUEBLO LANE BETWEEN
DECORAH LANE AND MOHICAN LANE.
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June 15, 1994
City of
Mendota Heights
Mark R. & Janis B. Aune
708 Decorah Lane
Mendota Heights, MN 55120
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Aune:
The Mendota Heights City Council was recently made aware of a safety problem
associated with your street. A nearby resident had read in the City's latest newsletter an
article concerning parking restrictions that had been implemented adjacent to several parks.
Allowing parking on both sides of neighborhood streets can narrow the through lanes and
cause a traffic problem for oncoming motorists. These parked cars can also obstruct the
vision of motorists so that they do not see children coming out from between cars to cross the
street. It was reported to the City Council that both of these problems do occur on Pueblo
Lane adjacent to the park during ball games.
Council directed me to prepare the necessary ordinance to restrict parking from the
west side of Pueblo Lane adjacent to the park and to notify affected neighbors of the
impending change.
If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about this change, you may either
call me at 452 -1850 or attend the next City Council .meeting at City Hall on June 21, 1994 at
7 :30 P.M., to discuss the proposed change with the City Council.. Thank you.
Sincerely,
James E. Danielson, P.E.
Public Works Director
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1101 Victoria Curve • Mendota Heights, MN • 55118 452-1850
City of Mendota Heights
Dakota County, Minnesota
ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE PROHIBITING PARKING ON THE
WEST SIDE OF PUEBLO LANE BETWEEN DECORAH LANE
AND MOHICAN LANE
SECTION 1. No person shall park or leave standing any motor vehicle on the west
side of Pueblo Lane between Decorah Lane and Mohican Lane.
SECTION 2. DEJ3INITIONS
2.1 "Motor vehicle" shall be deemed to mean any self - propelled vehicle
2.2 'Person" shall be deemed to mean and include individuals, partnerships,
associations or corporations.
SECTION 3. Any person failing to comply with the provisions of this ordinance shall
be guilty of a .misdemeanor.
SECTION 4. This ordinance shall be in full force and effect from after publication
according to law.
Enacted and ordained into an ordinance this 21st day of June, 1994.
CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
By:
Charles E. Mertensotto, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen M. Swanson, City Clerk .
To:
From: Kevin Batchelder, Administrative Assista
Subject: Park Commission Picnic - Ideas for Presentation
DISCUSSION
CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
June 21, 1994
Ann Norton, Parks and Recreation Commissioner
The two major issues for the Parks and Recreation Commission
have been parks construction over the last five years as park of
the 1989 Parks Referendum and recreation issues that have arisen
since the construction of all the new facilities.
In 1989 the citizens of Mendota Heights approved a $3.4
million Parks Referendum to:
1. Upgrade 7 existing neighborhood parks and Curley tot lot.
This includes ballfield improvements, new play structures,
parking, landscaping, half court basketball/hard courts, etc.
(See attached brochure that details each park.)
2. Development of three new neighborhood parks including
Hagstrom-King Park, Victoria Highlands Park, and North
Kensington Park,
3. Construction of 15 miles of additional pedestrian/bicycle
trails.
4. Development of Kensington Park soccer complex.
5. Development of the Sibley Park in conjunction with School
District 197 including two softball fields, a varsity baseball
field and a youth soccer field and concession/comfort station.
Sibley owns the site and the City paid for the improvements.
The park is managed and maintained under a Joint Powers
Agreement between the City and the School District.
6. Acquisition of Mendakota Park and its development.
Most of the referendum is completed after four summers of land
acquisition and park construction with North Kensington Park, a
neighborhood park, being the last major component to be developed.
All the promised improvements have been made and the referendum is
essentially on budget.
Because we have all these new facilities, recreation
programming became a need that Mendota Heights had to address. A
ypart-time, permanent Recreation Programmer position was created
and Shelli Morgan now programs softball, volleyball, ice skating,
in-line skating, safety camp, nature camp, and other programs which
are all new to Mendota Heights. Other recreation issues have been
the reservation of our parks system, user fees and coordination
with the Mend-Eagan Athletic Association,
The Parks and Recretion Commission recently completed a year
facility review of the parks system and a five year Capital
Improvements Plan was recommended to City Council, who will
consider tonight.
The next big task for the Parks and Recreation Commission are
discussions of Park Vision/Park Philosophy statements, including
the discussion of appropriate park and recreation policies, similar
to the Park Policy Planning that Dakota County is undergoing.
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Ivy Hills Park
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Renslugton
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CITY OF MENDOTA HEIGHTS
MEMO
July 7, 1994
TO: Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM: Guy Kullander, Parks Project Manager
SUBJECT: ADA Upgrades to Wentworth Park
The Commission wished to provide handicap accessible play
elements in this park. A preliminary budget was established and
submitted to Council for review. Council directed staff to solicit
proposals from play equipment suppliers.
Two proposals have been received. One was included in the
June packet from Flanagan Sales and the second is from Earl
Anderson. The Anderson proposal has taken a broader look at the
total facility and has recommended a more far reaching (expensive)
proposal than I had anticipated.
I will present their ideas and approach at the regular July
meeting.
ACTION REQUIRED
If the Commission decides on the type and/or amount of
handicap elements they desire in Wentworth Park, a recommendation
should be sent to the Council for consideration.
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