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Y K ;TY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD PARK COMMISSION MI+,ETING CITY HALL TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2005 7:00 P.M. AGENDA 1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING A. Roll Call Davis _ Meyer Young. Farmok _ Westerlund Wagner____ Moonen C] B. Review Agenda 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of April 12, 2005(Att. #2A Draft Suminary) 3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR 4. REPORTS A. Report on City Council Meeting of April 25, 2005 and May 9, 2005 B. Update on Concessions C. Update on Music in the Park 5. REVIEW MASTER PLAN A. Role of Horticulture and Tree Inventory B. Education on Buckthorn Control and Eradication C. Explore Methods to Reduce Vandalism within the Parks Via Work `session and Information From MN Rec & Park Assoc. 6. DISCUSS CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR PARKS 7. DETERMINE LIAISON FOR JUNE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS 8. NEW BUSINESS Council Liaison: May: Young 9. ADJOURN June: C] C.k1TY OF SHORE WOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD PARK COMMISSION MEETING CITY HALL TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005 7:00 P.M. i MINUTES 1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING' Chair Davis convened the Park Commission Meeting at 7:04 p.m. A. Roll Call Present: Chair Davis; Commissioners Meyer, Young, Westerlund, and Moonen; City Engineer Brown; and Communications representative Moore Absent: Commissioners Farniok and Wagner, for the second month. City Council Liaison Liz& was also absent attending a Metro Transit Commission Meeting. B. Review Agenda Brown added Item 41), Park Donation to the agenda. New Item, Freeman Shed was also added. Westerlund moved, Moonen seconded, approving the Agenda as amended. Motion passed 5/0. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of March 15, 2005 Young moved, Meyer seconded, approving the Park Commission Minutes of March 15, 2005, as presented. Motion passed 510. 3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR There were none. 4. REPORTS A. Report on City Council Meeting of March 28 and April 11, 2005 Brown reported that there were no items from the March 28 "' or April 11"' Council Meetings which impacted parks. B. Status of Skate Park Equipment and Asphalt Brown stated that the order with Ramptech had been placed and he was awaiting the confinnation of a delivery date after weight restrictions are lifted. He pointed out that the roughly $8,000 expense was slated for in the Park CIP and would cover the addition of a quarter pipe, spine, bank/ramp, and possible resheeting likely under warranty. Meyer asked if the equipment would arrive in a month or so. Brown indicated that the equipment would arrive in 1 to 1 %2 months, as ongoing discussions continue regarding overlaying of the skate park. Brown explained that Ray Burry, of Midwest Asphalt Corp., had demonstrated his willingness to supply some of the materials. He stated that staff needs to determine additional costs that would be involved in leveling the area, such as surveying and the actual overlay itself, as well as, how much of the work Mr. Burry was willing i to donate. B 4 PARK COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005 PAGE 2 OF 2 As he felt use of the Skate Park was declining, Young asked if the estimated costs surpass the budgeted amount whether it would have to go through the normal approval process. Brown was uncertain whether the new pieces might generate renewed interest in the park. Westerlund questioned whether the City had truly documented the assertion that use was a ,; LLeciamng. Chair Davis suggested the Commission and staff observe use this year once the new equipment arrives. She asked Brown to find out when the pieces would arrive and report back so that the Commission could set a community revival plan in action. C. Concession Stand Brown reported that last year's concessionaire, Qualle, was not interested in paying the City a $2,000 rental fee for the concessions. At a recent Council meeting, the City Council voiced strong concern that the concessions operation be offered this year, and were not worried about generating a profit, but providing the service. Brown stated that, in the meantime, Commissioner Moonen put staff in contact with Russ Withum, who has run the concessions at Lions Park for many years, who voiced a strong commitment to running the Eddy Station concessions. As the Council directed staff to get the concessions up and running, whatever it takes, staff will be finalizing the details with Mr. Withum upon his return after April 18 " Brown stated that, oddly enough, he had received a new letter of interest from Mr. Qualle that day, but had to relay to him that the City has now made a commitment to Mr. Withum which it must see through. Moonen assured the Commission that Withum knows the concessions business inside and out, is a very honest individual, and runs a good operation. Brown and the rest of the Commission thanked Moonen for putting them in contact with Mr. Withum. Young asked what figure the City had discussed with Mr. Withum. While the City would go in with a request for $1,500, Brown stated that the City Council has made their intent very clear and want to create a win/win for everyone. D. Park Donation Brown reported that the City received a check for $2,000 from American Legion Post 259 for the Skate Park. SET DATE AND PARKS FOR SPRING PARK TOURS A. Tour Manor Park - Pond Chair Davis suggested that the Commission tour water features in Shorewood, which might include, Freeman, Manor, and Silverwood Parks, since they have been focused on water quality recently. The Tour would take place at 6:00 p.m. on May 24 "' with a regular work session meeting to follow the tour at Freeman Park's Eddy Station. PARK COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005 PAGE 3 OF 2 0 6. MUSIC IN THE PARK A. Fund Raising Chair Davis explained that the City has fundraising letters ready to be sent out to local businesses. She asked whether the Foundation had expressed any further commitment to the event. Meyer asked if staff was aware of where the Foundation stood or whether they would be making any kind of donation to the series. Brown stated that, at the last City Council meeting, Chair Davis brought up the Music in the Park funding and the Foundations part. During the meeting the City Council approved a matching contribution of up to $1,000 to the series based on donations the Commission receives. Chair Davis asked how the Commission should pay for the series, out of their budget or purely fundraising. Moonen stated that he could supply the City with the names of local Lions member organizations to see if they'd be willing to participate financially in the event. B. Fliers and Promotions • Moore stated that the City would be inserting approximately 2,800 fliers into the newsletters for residents. Additional copies of the fliers would be available for other interested parties. Moonen suggested handing out additional fliers at each of the series themselves with all of the dates noted as reminders for residents. Westerlund further suggested offering a stack of half sheet fliers at Eddy Station throughout the sports season for users of the park. C. Suggestions As approximately $1200 -1500 was still necessary, Chair Davis asked how the Commission would like to go about raising those funds. She indicated that she had tried to contact the finance department at City Hall to determine specifically what the Park Commission had set aside for the series in their budget; she had not received a return phone call. Suggestions included sending letters back to those who supported the event last year and trying to determine the level of interest the Foundation would be willing to make. Brown pointed out that whatever funds the Commission raises could spill over to the next year if necessary. He noted that the Commission earmarked approximately $2,000 for Music in the Parks within their budget this year. S 7. NEW BUSINESS Liaisons: April: Meyer May: Young PARK COMMISSION AGENDA TUESDAY, APRIL 12, 2005 PAGE 4 OF 2 A. Shed at Freeman Brown stated that his opinion would be that the bases do not get pulled from Freeman Field 2; therefore, access to the shed is moot. He indicated that this issue could be handled at staff level. Meyer asked what progress had been made regarding landscaping at the Plaza. Bivwii reported that he had riot heard anything. Though the Plaza dedication was slated for April - 9"' with landscaping to follow, Brown stated that he would not be releasing the funds until the contractor completed the work to the City's satisfaction. In its current state, Brown noted the ruts etc. look unprofessional and pose a safety hazard. Meyer asked who would be pacing the paths to the Plaza. Brown stated that public works would be paving the paths once the restoration and landscaping was complete. Chair Davis pointed out that, according to the Foundation minutes, their dedication was slated for the evening of the Music in the Park Series. She urged staff to communicate to the Foundation that they conclude in a timely manner as to allow the band adequate time to set up. Chair Davis stated that Commissioner Westerlund volunteered to redo her presentation to those Commissioners who were not present at the last meeting and also to the City Council, where it could be videotaped and broadcast to the public. Chair Davis stated that it was her intent to offer • it prior to a City Council meeting so as to include Council members and have Rogers tape the presentation. Brown stated that Jean Panchyshyn would be contacting the Commission to schedule the presentation and coordinate it with the city videotape professional Don Rogers. 8. ADJOURNMENT Young moved, Meyer seconded, adjourning the Park Commission Meeting of April 12, 2005, at 8:00 p.m. Motion passed 5/0. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, Kristi B. Anderson Recording Secretary MEMORANDUM CITY OF 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (952) 474 -3236 FAX (952) 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us TO: Mayor and City Council Craig Dawson, City Administrator fns FROM: Larry Brown, Director of Public Works DATE: May 7, 2005 RE: The Role of Horticulture and Tree Inventory The Master Plan for the park systems of the City of Shorewood memorializes the role that the city parks play in building community for the residents of the city. While a vast amount of energy and funds have been put forth on organized activities within the park system, one of the topics of review has been the role that "passive areas and activities" serve as key components to a positive park experience. Certainly, the horticulture, wetlands, open spaces and forested areas in and around the parks are vital to setting the stage and atmosphere for the passive activities within the parks. �J In the process of drafting the Master Plan, the Park Commission has stated that the parks are fully developed, and recognizes the need to preserve open spaces, wetlands and forested areas. In response, a map for each park was prepared that tallied each type of space. Also during this study, Commissioners stated the desire to prepare a more detailed tree and space inventory for each area. Staff continues to research the available resources and costs associated with preparing such detailed inventories. Past data that has been gathered has indicated that a detailed inventory for each park is expensive. Staff is hoping to present additional data on costs at Tuesday's Park Commission meeting. Aside from the topic of costs and funding, there are many aspects to examine in preparing such and inventory. Attachment 1 is an excellent article obtained from the University of Connecticut Forestry Department that outlines some significant questions prior to putting together a tree inventory. While this article (and most examples) focuses on tree inventories alone, the questions and points presented apply equally to open space and wetland inventories. o� ,,J PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER � Park Commission The Role of Horticulture and Tree Inventory Mlay 7, 2005 Page 2 of 2 For example, Attachment 1 raises the questions: • What objectives does the community wish to achieve prior to conducting the inventory? • What information should be collected during and inventory? (Largely dependent upon the first question). To date, the Commission has clearly stated that any proposed alterations in the parks shall keep a "net area" of open space, wetlands and forested areas at their present values. A simple area inventory can achieve this. However, if the Commission has other desires of a more detailed inventory, these should be outlined as well. Attachment 2 also provides information on why a tree inventory is useful for communities. At Tuesday's meeting, the Park Commission will begin to explore the role of horticulture and forested areas in the park system. As this process begins, consider what objectives the Commission desires to see achieved as consideration is given to proceeding with a detailed inventory. • ,�tp,ns on Forestry: The Tree Inventory Page I of 4 ? � THE TREE INVENTORY • What is a tree inventory? N tree inventory is the gathering of accurate information on the health and diversity of the Z:) -ornmunity forest. How many street trees are there? What kind? In what condition are :hey? You cannot manage the community forest effec- tively unless you know its g 1 Tree inventories are an essential tool of good management. Z:) ement. by should my community do a tree inventory? T here are many good reasons for doing a tree inventory in your community. The inventory ,nay be used: • To determine the need for a community forestry program. For exarnple, if the inventory reveals many dead and diseased trees or areas that are bare of trees, this suggests that a program incorporating tree planting is badly needed. • To prioritize maintenance schedules in order to reduce the potential liability that results from. hazardous trees. It also streamlines the efficiency of street crews and facilitates long-term budgeting. To educate residents about the benefits of a healthy, well-managed community forest, and to inform them about species best suited to the community. To facilitate the planning that is essential to the community's quality of life. To provide the basis for the development of a comprehensive community forestry management plan. C) What information should be collected during an inventory? Only data that will be put to u.se should be collected. Your community must determine what objectives it wishes to achieve prior to conducting, an inventory. Bear in mind th at information translates into expense: the more data gathered on each tree, the greater the 4:) cost of the inventory. Generally however, information on the following, is collected: • Species: To avoid costly mistakes, record the scientific names of trees. Don't use common names or codes. • Size: DBH (diameter at breast height- 4.5 feet above ground), height and crown spread. Condition: Indicate what maintenance procedure is needed. Does the tree need corrective pruning? Does it require removal? It is important to note that if the tree is http://www.canr.uconn.edu/ces/forest/factS.htm ATTACHMENT 1 :xtension Forestry: The Tree Inventory Page 2 of 4 deemed to be a hazard to the public and removal is mandatory, rather than' recofd "hazardous", it is prudent to record "removal." • Damage: Record insect infestations, injuries and diseases by indicating the precise procedure necessary. For example, rather than describe lightning damage, indicate need for pruning or removal.. It is prudent to have a skilled tree crew correct the problem as soon. as possible. • Man agement/maintenance: Record need to fertilize, apply fun gicide/insecticide, prune, repair curb and/or sidewalk damage inflicted by roots, remove stump/tree, or plant in. an empty planting site. Do so in order to schedule maintenance work, allocate equipment and prepare budgets. • Site characteristics: How much space is available for the root system? What is the condition and health of the soil in the planting space? The proximity of overhead/underground utilities and tall buildings? The potential for road salt/traffic damage`? Is it zoned commercial? • Planting spaces: Research suggests that a community should give highest priority to planting trees on streets where yard trees are few. Identify planting spaces to encourage the planting of bare areas. • Historic/Di.stinctive Trees and Groves: Special. trees require more intensive management. (Note that trees of this nature may also serve to justify the inventory itself if the community is hesitant to undertake a management program.) What type of inventory should my community do? There are many different types of inventories and you should select an inventory type only when you know precisely what you want to accomplish. Data gathered on your communitiy's trees must have practical value. To guarantee that your tree management I Z�l program will be effective today and useful tomorrow, you must match an appropriate inventory to your objectives. The most common types include: Specific Problem inventory: Gathers data about a specific problem. or condition for work contracts or work schedules. For example, a survey of hazard trees or the extent of Dutch elm disease are specific problem inventories. Note that every community should conduct a yearly survey of hazardous trees. (Marking hazardous trees is not recommended since doing so may increase liability.) Partial Inventory: Gathers data from a sample (or samples) and information is extrapolated to apply to the whole forest. Survey is easily completed by an observer walking or driving and is generally used to work out maintenance contracts. Complete Inventory: Surveys the entire tree population but it is time consuming and expensive. 0 a Cover-type Survey: Information is gathered by at least partial use of aerial photographs and sometimes with geographical information system. This type of http://www.canr.uconn.edu/ces/forest/fact8.htm 5/7/2005 on forestry: The Tree Inventory Page 3 of 4 sui vey is used increasingly in urban areas to examine the entire tree population in order to plan long -term land use. It is especially useful in intensively managed areas such as parks and campuses, but it can be expensive and produces detail that few W ommunity tree management programs can use effectively. Flow should the inventory be done? rhe tree inventory may be done by professionals or volunteers, but, in either case, all sews, regardless of experience, require training before and during the inventory. (Please rote that it is advisable that the municipal tree warden assist or lead the tree inventory )rocess. It is also advisable that a person trained in hazard tree assessment review all trees iurveyed and assess them for hazardous condition.) Individuals working alone tend to be more productive, but crews attract attention, and this fact may be exploited to good advantage: professionals who carry brochures about the tree management program and the inventory can educate community residents. Crews should L LI) vvear uniforms if possible and carry identification cards. Where crime is a problem, two or rnore people must work together for safety. When should the inventory be done? DOM, in(y the summer favorable weather makes inventory work more pleasant and students are often available to help, On the other hand, winter conditions allow crews to observe trees for hazardous limbs and dead wood. Professional foresters often choose to conduct inventories in the winter. How should the inventory be updated? -A- Tree populations undergo constant change, and, as an inventory ages, it becomes less accurate and useful. No inventory will provide information that is useful beyond five of ten years. Consider the damage a single storm can do. Hurricane winds can render an inventory obsolete overnight. The ideal way to keep the inventory current is to make use of specially designed computer programs that provide easy and logical. locations for data entry specific to tree inventories. Good prograrns also allow you to easily query data and produce reports, graphs, tables and perform some statistical, analysis. Hazardous trees Zsess conditions exist in. the community firest severely affecting health of individual trees. It. e trees that pose a hazard to public safety need to be detected and treated by removal or pruning as soon. as possible. It is prudent that the municipal tree warden assess trees for hazardous conditions frequently. http://www.canr.uco-nn,edu/ces/forest/fact8.htm ixtension Forestry: The Tree Inventory Zobert M. Ricard extension Educator, Urban and Community Forestry Nest Hartford Extension Center - 800 Asylum Avenue Nest Hartford, CT 061.17 860)570-9257 7 —i - nail: rricard@.c,a,11J--1 c qgY.uconn.edu .... .......... ............... T;X-N Page 4 of, I 11-om.—V Facul tv lEvents News I Info Sheets I Publications lVolunteer I Stewardshi p I Prices I Wet) .. .......... links Web site design originally created by David Silsbee. Send questions or comments to Steve Broderick �s�b�Ir.o..d.e,.r�i.,.,@..c.�a.,t.i��.i� Last updated on Thursday, 22- May - 1997 11:45:40 EDT. • r� http://www.canr.uconn.edu/ces/forest/fact8.htm Page 1 of 3 SEARCH SITE INFO LINKS HOME - A(I"4`70 CONSIDER WHEN DOING A What is a Tree Inventory? CONTACT US ABOUT NCD TREEINVENTORY A tree inventory is the gathering of accurate information on the health and diversity of the community forest. How many street trees are there? What kind? In what condition are they? You cannot manage the community forest effectively unless you know its condition. Tree inventories are an essential tool of good management. -From The Tree Inventory, University Connecticut Extension Forestry _... .. -A tree inventory is a listing and description of trees and planning sites. -It can be sample, partial or complete, depending on its purpose. The city of Geneva NY, for instance, currently has an inventory Of "declining trees" only. -It can be handwritten, typed, or computerized. Any inventory is better than none, but computerized inventories are best in the long run. -From Tree Inventory Facts St. La C ounty NY Extension You must know what you have in your urban forest, where it is and what condition it is in before you can truly manage your trees. This is why a tree inventory is such an valuable tool, and in fact is essential in developing any real management plan. It is particularly useful in mitigating liability should a tree cause damage or injury. Managing tree care, planting, pruning and removals in a cost - effective way can also be improved by a tree inventory. But remember, an inventory must be kept up -to -date as removals and additions are made. And, even with those steps, the actual data will eventually become obsolete as the trees grow and their conditions or growing situations change. There are a number of ways to approach a tree inventory. Your community's resources will determine methods of data collection, and the extent of knowledge that can be gained. Generally, the more that you want to be able to do, the more expensive the project. Paper and Volunteers The simplest and most inexpensive method of data collection is to send volunteers out to record tree information with paper and pen. Data collected can then be entered into a spreadsheet. While this is not a method conducive to true forest management, it can be a good start for small communities that need an idea of what is actually happening in their urban forest. Volunteers should not be used for any inventory collected for management purposes, since quality and consistency are not always reliable. PDAs (handheld computers) and Contractors Using a PDA, inventory information can be collected and uploaded to a PC. PDAs are also a quick and efficient way to update tree information on -site. Information should be collected by community or contract employees to ensure consistency. While requiring some expense, this is a fairly frugal way to initiate a management program. http: / /www.dfr. state.nc.us /urban/urban_inv.htm ATTACHMENT 2 1 ODFR - Factors to Consider When Doing A Tree Inventory JCDFR - Factors to Consider When Doing A Tree Inventory P ,age 2 of ,3 Proprietary Software and Consultants L i Computer programs designed specifically for tree inventory data collection are a valuable tool for creating detailed management plans. Usually, data is collected by consultants who work for the company providing the programs. The tree management options allow tracking calls, maintenance and updating at a minimum. Programs are available with or without GIS (Geographic Information System) and GPS (Global Positioning System) technologies. However, mapping specific tree locations is not generally useful for most communities unless a GIs - system is already in place (with data for surrounding streets, utilities etc.). The main exception to this is the mapping of parks and large landscapes (such as colleges and large facilities). When selecting a consultant check references, as program ease -of -use and good technical support/training are as important as price. Most companies provide technical support for a period of time and updates to the software. When getting a price for data collection a community should have a reasonable projection of the number of miles to cover and average number of trees per mile, for an inventory estimate cost. A summary repot of the survey results and their significance should also be part of any complete plete invent How Much Information Do You Need? A full inventory of all trees on community property can be collected, or only street trees, or only non - street trees, depending on the needs of the community. If the community budget does not initially allow for a full inventory, a program can still be started by collecting only hazard tree, and /or boundary tree, and /or line -of -sight tree (to determine visibility at intersections) information. Managing for liability and safety are good starts in establishing a complete urban forestry program. The urban & Community Forestry Grant Program When applying for a grant for inventory purposes, a 50/50 cost -share component must be met. Grant funds may be used for the purchase of software and hardware, but only if the hardware is fully committed to the tree inventory and to maintaining /updating the tree inventory. This requires proposal documentation as to exactly who (what position) will be responsible for the data and data updates, as well as how the information will be tracked, maintained, and updated, both in the field and in the office Inventory Software & Services Listed below are web sites for software and data collection. The list is in alphabetical order, but companies with • national coverage are bolded. Listing does not constitute endorsement by NCDFR, NCDENR or the state of North Carolina. * Denotes a company with nationwide coverage. Software Sales and Data Collection: • Arborp_ro • Canopy O Developer O Distributor • Tree 7 • Tree Manager . . ......_. . • TRim (Tree Risk Management System) O Developer O Distributor • UFIS (Urban Forest Inventory System) * Software Sales alone: • ArborAccess Arborsoftworx • * Ca opy_ ................ _.... • Inventree _ .. ............................... • Tree Pro • http: / /www.dfr.state.nc.us /urban /urban_inv.htm d - 111"DFR - -Factors to Consider When Doing A Tree Inventory Page 3 of 3 • TRIMS Tree Inventory • UFIS Free Software: • MCTI: Mobile Commun • Palm Resources - USDA Forest Service This page last modified Tuesday, February 15, 2005 8:20 Top -Q �Pa e Ho me Previous Page N.C. Division of Forest Resources * 1616 Mail Service Center 4 Raleigh, NC 27699-1616 * ev D Phone: 919-733-2162 * Fax: 919-733-2835 Questions or comments about this site? Contact the webma.ster. 0 • http://www.dfr.state.ne.us/urban/urban—inv.htm �1 MEMORANDUM (77'Y OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (952) 474 -3236 FAX (952) 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us TO: Mayor and City Council Craig Dawson, City Administrator FROM: Larry Brown, Director of Public Works DATE: May 7, 2005 RE: Education on Buckthorn Control and Eradication The invasive species of buckthorn is very prevalent throughout the United States. Shorewood and our parks are no exception. This issue has received considerable coverage from forestry management groups, arboretums, and extension services, as cities, counties and states try to mange the this invasive and very hearty species. Despite the volume of material and educational materials that have been presented by the various forms of media, the problem of buckthorn continues to expand. Therefore, the Park Commission has included buckthorn education as an item on the 2005 work program. The Minnesota Landscape Arboretum conducted a conference on buckthorn in 2002. Janet R. Larson, from Hennepin County, was one of the main presenters at this conference. Staff has included an excerpt from the arboretum's newsletter that highlights the issues of the invasive, and methods for dealing with buckthorn. (Refer to Attachment 1). Cities and counties have played key roles in organizing events to manage this invasive species. There are many methods and levels of participation that have been tried. Everything from handing out "I'm a Buckthorn Buster" button or T shirt, to organized "Buckthorn Bust Events," for the removal of plants on properties. As stated earlier, there are, various levels of participation by agencies. The City of St. Paul, for example, has published a 24 page how to booklet on planning and performing a "Buckthorn Bust." Attachment 2 is excerpts of key pieces of this brochure. The document includes everything from how to organize, to fundraising, to the necessary tools and liability forms needed for such an event. 0 % � '° PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER Park Commission Buckthorn Education May 7, 2005 Page 2of2 Another method used by some agencies to promote removal of buckthorn is to purchase tools such as the "Weed Wrench" (refer to Attachment 3). and allow residents to use the tools with a simple deposit and signature on a waiver of liability form. Currently, the City of Shorewood publishes educational materials about buckthorn within the City's newsletter and on the city's web page. Commissioners may want to consider what other efforts the City of Shorewood should perform to assist residents in managing this issue. 0 • enter 2002 Newsletter Page 1 of 44 4rboretum Buckthorn Conference A 141 ccess By Janet R. Larson, Hennepin County TCA there's been a lot of talk lately about homeland security. No one needs to ask Nhat that issue is about, but there exists another threat to our homeland on a nuch different level: the wooded home of our native plants. After the primary loss )f native plant habitat to development and agriculture, our native plants of the sorest understory are under siege in many areas. Exotic species have invaded iatural and not -so- natural areas all across the United States. Throughout Minnesota and 26 other states, buckthorn has been quietly invading. The understory species of our remnant woodlands and savannas, parks and woodlots, vretlands and fencerows, are not secure from this domineering competitor. The aggressive exotic has escaped from cultivation and has been thriving unchecked for decades. Buckthorn has insidiously reached a critical mass and now occupies the understory of valuable woodlands all across Minnesota, especially near urban areas. Our native species have all but disappeared from the lower canopies of the 10 t severely infested areas. This is a problem. LEME Logo from the buckthorn conference held at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. The Buckthorn Conference: The Buck Stops Here!, held October 3rd, 2001 at tie U of Mn Landscape Arboretum in Chanhassen, was the first of its kind in Minnesota, and it was very well attended. Approximately 150 people crowded the auditorium and viewed table displays to learn about not one, but two species of buckthorn invaders: Common Buckthorn Rhamnus cathartics and Glossy ATTACHMENT 1 http://www.mntca.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm Vinter 2002 Newsletter Page 2 of 4 3uckthorn Frangula alnus (formerly Rhamnus frangula) including Tallhedge, Dolumnar, and Fernleaf cultivars. Information on buckthorn's, biology, history, - ange, and control was covered. Case studies were described for projects initiated )y the city of Minneapolis, neighborhood groups, volunteer coordinators, and property owners. Following are some conference highlights. ,ommon buckthorn, also called European buckthorn, grows in upland woods, Darks, fencerows, yards, gardens, and waste places. It was first imported from =urope in the 1800s and was used primarily in hedge plantings, but it's been used n shelter belts and wildlife plantings, too. The plants shear nicely, which prevents Dr greatly reduces flowering and fruiting. The species became a problem when , iome owners quit shearing. Shrubs that have been allowed to "grow naturally," become multi- stemmed, small trees. Female plants produce vast quantities of black fruit that is transported through bird droppings. The result is what we can now see in the woods and neighborhoods of 68 of Minnesota's 87 counties (78 %). Glossy buckthorn, also called Tallhedge, Columnar, or Fernleaf buckthorn, has been used as an upland landscape shrub; it thrives in dry, moist and wet soils. This species has spread through wetland areas and adjacent woods wherever there is a nearby seed source. In heavily infested areas, both common and glossy buckthorn will grow together in upland and lowland habitats. We observed this* along the bog board walk and the green heron arboretum trails. Eighty years ago, Eloise Butler wrote about the invasiveness of glossy buckthorn in her Minneapolis plantings. It now exists in 25% of all counties in Minnesota, especially near residential areas. On the left is common buckthorn, Rhamnus cathartics, identified by it's darker leaves and toothed margins. On the right is Glossy or Tall hedge buckthorn, http://www.mntca.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm V%inter 2002 Newsletter Page 3 of 44 rrangula alnus, identified by it's entire leaf margins and orange flagging. 3uckthorn now banned from the nursery trade. 240 was the first year that glossy buckthorn and its cultivars could no longer be Sold in Minnesota. The Mn Dept. of Agriculture (MDA) placed common buckthorn )n the "Restricted Noxious Weed List" in 1999 and included glossy buckthorn by Jan. 1, 2001. Common buckthorn hasn't been sold since the 1930's when - esearch proved it was the alternate host of oat crown rust. On the other hand, glossy buckthorn has been sold in numbers as high as 60,000 per year from Nholesalers in Minnesota and Wisconsin - -for the last 30 years. People are generally shocked to learn that these plants have been promoted for over 100 gears. Why Buckthorn is So Successful: No predators eat the twigs or seedlings Longer growing season than our natives, up to 58 days longer Fibrous root system with mycorrhizae benefits ° It grows in many habitats due to its tolerance of a wide range of soil and light conditions .; Rapid growth rate *vigorous re- sprouting after being cut, up to 6 feet in one season �} Copious fruit and seed producer Glossy buckthorn produces flowers and fruit from June through September on good sites (4 months!) w Seeds are spread by birds Seeds remains viable up to 6 years in the soil High seed germination rate Why Buckthorn Is Bad: It out - competes our native plants for light, moisture, and nutrients; allelopathic chemicals are said to be in the fruit and leaves, inhibiting germination and growth of natives Its presence dramatically reduces species diversity of plants and song birds in the forest It's not a preferred food source for birds, but is taken when other foods have diminished Its fruits are messy and a laxative for birds; they stain cars, decks, concrete Nesting birds are more prone to predation in the lower canopy; bird nesting success rate is lower It creates a nearly impenetrable thicket, and dark understory with no herb layer http:// www. mntca. org/ Newsletter /newsletters /winter_02.htm -.. . Winter 2002 Newsletter Page 4 of 44 Y It has no fall color; leaves remain green until November It is an alternate host for crop pests: soybean aphid and crown rust fungus (oat pathogen) If left uncontrolled, it will turn native woodlands into near - monocultures (many heavily- infested areas exhibit this in the understory already) It is expensive and time consuming to remove once it reaches a critical mass After removal of adults, a ground cover of seedlings can emerge from the large seed bank in the soil; therefore, a long -term commitment is needed with eradication efforts Its hard, dense wood dulls saw blades and is tiring to haul Thorns on twig ends make handling dangerous The spread of the species threatens the future of our woodlands & wetlands. Above is a female buckthorn plant identified by its blackish berries. The fruit contains the seeds that the birds love to spread. A management technique is to first remove the female buckthorn in an area to begin eradication and prevent seed dispersal. Possibly Buckthorn's Best Feature: beautiful golden- orange to yellow and 0 brown, dense wood with a nice grain. Wood workers make beautiful carvings from this wood. Carvings and turnings were on display at the conference. We can only hope for an industry to emerge that will utilize this species. http://www.mntca.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm Winter 2002 Newsletter Page 5 of 44 Oary Maguire Lerman, the buckthorn- busting queen of Minneapolis, presented nany topics at the conference and held a session on grant writing and education n0e afternoon. She listed most of the facts above. Mary has been fighting )uckthorn for the Mpls. Park and Rec. Board for more than fifteen years. She has tried- and - true" control methods that she illustrated with slides, displaying removal )rojects all across the city. Some areas were so badly infested that the buckthorn - emoval amounted to an understory clear cut. Why haven't more leaders followed f 1 I ler footsteps'' Dutdoor Demonstration Sites During an afternoon session, we visited sites where individuals and crews were Demonstrating wrenching tools, cutting techniques, and spray control methods. Native plants were marked with white flagging, so the removal crew could `release" them from their aggressive competitors. The suppressed natives respond nicely to increased light, moisture, and nutrients, once the buckthorn are removed and the stumps chemically treated. Demonstrations along the Arboretum trails: fM: Root TalonTM - Jim Lampe demonstrated the tool he invented for pulling a *woody plant and its root system out of the soil. It functions similar to the claw of a hammer pulling out a nail; it pulls out sturdy stems up to 2 in. dia. !2 Weed WrenchTM —Chris Romer used the "Woody Plant Puller." The all steel, manually- operated tool clamps onto a stem and operates as a lever to uproot woody plants. It comes in four sizes and wrenches out buckthorn from '/4 to 2 '/2 inches in diameter. Brown's Buckthorn Remover - Mary Brown demonstrated a prototype of her husband's new invention, which also operates as a clamp and lever. u Display of chemical sprayers — Norm Erickson demonstrated effective and efficient use of chemicals with tank sprayers equipped with weed wands and ultra low volume (ULV) nozzles; he displayed a wick applicator and mist blower, too. 9 Mpls. parks crew — Jim Hermann discussed working with volunteers and selective cutting while the forestry crew cut buckthorn with chain saws, treated cut stumps and bark with a tank sprayer, and fed brush into a chipper. w Arboretum buckthorn control — Richard Gjertson explained the history of his chemical battle with buckthorn along arboretum trails. Aders guided four groups of observers to the bog, an oak forest, and a maple forest to look at how and where the two buckthorn species had taken hold (or not) and identified native species that buckthorn competes with. http://www.mntea.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm Hinter 2002 Newsletter Page 6 of 44 , ontrol or Reduction? Nhere buckthorn has not completely infested an area, control is a reality. Where it ias created a near monoculture throughout a sizable area, reduction might be getter reality than control. A single stem of buckthorn cut down to the ground wo - e- sprout from the stump and grow many new stems up to 6 feet in a single Season, creating a very large shrub in one to two years. "If you cut it, you just anger it," says Norm Erickson. This aggressive re- growth must be stopped or the Dlant will soon reach its former size, take up more space, and continue to exist ndefinitely. Chemical Treatments - Time to Apply For larger buckthorn control projects, some type of chemical treatment is the best Dontrol method. It is important NOT to treat during the spring -flush growth period. This is a time when the plant is using its stored energy reserves to grow, from the break of dormancy in late March until about July 1 st. During the spring - flush, the plant generally does not store energy, it spends energy. Chemical treatments work best when the plant is dormant or transporting sugars to its root system. Summer, autumn, and winter are the three seasons when chemical treatment of buckthorn is effective. Late September through November is a convenient time, since buckthorn leaves remain green and attached, while leaves of our native plantste turning color, falling, and gone. When using herbicides, always follow label instructions and take recommended precautions; be certain that your chemical is labeled for your site. Cut Stump Treatment During cutting and brush - hauling operations, stumps are easily lost under leaves and debris. Marking stump locations with wire flags is helpful when it comes time to locate the stump for treatment after an area has been cleared. Secure the flags well, so they too will not be dragged away with the brush. Stumps can be chemically treated with a paint- brush, a wick applicator, or with a low volume spray nozzle & wand. It is very important that bark on the sides of the stump, including exposed root flares, be treated as well as the top of the stump. Under the bark, many latent buds have the capability to re- sprout with vigor. Chemicals are most effective if applied within 24 hours of the cut, but don't wait any longer than one week. • Frill cuts with chemicalspray Wound the bark with an axe around the circumference of the tree, to create a frill, http: / /www.mntca.org/Newsletter /newsletters /winter_02.htm Minter 2002 Newsletter Page 7 of 44 hen apply herbicide spray to exposed cut areas and adjacent bark. This is an effe( �nethod when trees can be left standing. Mal Bark Treatment ,Nhen mixed with a diluent (a solvent containing dye that can be mixed with some ,erbicides) ester formulations of Tryclopyr can be applied directly to the bark at the Dase of the tree to provide effective control. Spray the lowest two feet of bark arour :he entire circumference of the tree. For diameters 2 inches inches in dia. or less, c ane side of the stem needs to be sprayed. This is a fast, effective way of controllin( arger trees on large sites. Dead trees can be left standing or cut at a later time. aarlon 4 and Crossbow are effective brand -name chemicals for basal bark treatmE Herbicides that work well on buckthorn 1. Roundup (now off patent; Glyphosate active ingredient) = Razor, GlyStar Plu_ others Mix with water to 25 %, for stump, frill and foliar applications 2. Rodeo (now off patent; for aquatic use; Glyphostate active ingredient) = Aqua 0 Neat, others 3. Garlon 3A (Tryclopyramine active ingredient) = Ortho Brush B -Gone Mix with water for stump, frill and foliar applications 4. Garlon 4 ( Tryclopyr ester active ingredient) = Crossbow, (Pathfinder is ready - use) u. Mix with diluent or Kerosene for stump, frill and basal bark treatments u Mix with water for foliar applications 5. Tordon RTU Not recommended because its toxicity is high (low LD50) and it i persistent in the environment. T'. -.�. 4r.� r,.•.vi,. ir,. -. ir. n h� �r.li +hnr►^� +hinlln+ _� 1. In densely infested areas, use a hand -held tank sprayer; backpack sprayers c be difficult to negotiate through the woods. An ultra low volume nozzle can CU chemical use by 75 %. 0 Garlon 4 is effective on stems less than 6 in. in diameter 3. Stump cut treatments with Glyphosate 41% can be mixed at 1 /2 the labeled rat and achieve the same control as the labeled rate. (Steve Glass & Mary Magui http://www.mntca.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm vinter 2002 Newsletter Lerman). Page 8 of 44 .J Above is a photograph of buckthorn cotyledons on the forest floor. The white 3.rrow is pointing to one. Look at how invasive it is! Mechanical Control Mechanical control is not possible with large infestations of buckthorn; it is extraordinarily labor- intensive. The following methods are recommended for people who wish to avoid chemicals and have small areas to clear. Hand Pulling Pulling plants out of the ground by hand works well for stems about 1/2 in. dia. or less. The soil must be moist or your efforts will be exhausting, frustrating, and with very little result. When the soil is dry, the plants won't budge. If they do budge, they break off, leaving the root system intact. v"v'►ien you pail buckthorn, you will discover buckthorn's dense, black, fibrous, successful root system. Digging With a sharp shovel blade and a sturdy pair of boots, it is possible to cut the roots around small diameter stems (about 1 1 /2 inches in diameter or less). Stomp your shovel blade into the ground up to a foot away from the stem, and pull the shovel handle back; this will sever roots, but may need to be repeated. Do this all around the stem until all lateral roots are severed. There will likely be a couple central roots to cut, too. This method works well with single stemmed plants, but is quite difficult with shrubby individuals that have re- sprouted after a previous cutting. Wrenching g A few tools are available on the market to facilitate the manual leveraging of a woody stem or stems out of the ground. With a steel clamp or claw, a stem is http: / /www.mntea.org/Newsletter /newsletters /winter_02.htm 'linter 2002 Newsletter Page 9 of 44 jrasped; then the tool handle becomes a lever, bending the stem down and lifting he roots out of the ground. Tools range in size and will pull stems up to 2 1 /2 n� es in diameter. The largest tools are heavy and need to be wielded by large, ;tMh individuals. See field demonstration information, above. g continuous Cutting butting buckthorn without chemically treating the stump is not recommended finless there are only a few plants to remove and you are willing to religiously re- ;ut new sprout - growth nearly every week for the entire growing season and )eyond. Continuous cutting will exhaust the plant of its extensive energy reserve. t may exhaust you, too! Tin Can Method This approach, developed by David Glass, U of Wisconsin Arboretum, is only recommended for very small removal projects and for stump sizes small enough ro fit under a metal can. Find a can large enough to fit over the stump and root flare. Since buckthorn re- sprouts from latent buds under the bark, including stump bark, it is important that the inverted can cover all exposed bark. Drive long nails through the can into the stump to secure it in place. Sprouts that grow into the can W, king ot have enough light and die. Leave the can in place for one to two complete g seasons. Burning John Moriarty, of Ramsey Co. Parks and Rec. Dept. reported on a study he conducted with Hennepin Parks to control buckthorn in Carver Park. Burning can be a good technique for forest or park -like settings, but not really practical for homeow Burn timing is very critical and factors may be d to coordinate, such as ground fuel, moisture, wind speed in the woods, and approval from the local fire department. Fire is one management tool, but it will not eliminate buckthorn. Overwhelmed by it all? If you've worked in a heavily buckthorn- infested area, it is easy to feel overwhelmed. Don't give up. Buckthorn has had decades to get a root -hold ahead of those of us who would like to eliminate it. However, with the current control methods described here, total elimination is not really a possibility. These plants are simply too widespread, and the volume of their biomass is staggering. The c*t in terms of human - power, time, equipment and funds is unreasonably high in economic terms. Reduction of the critical mass is a possibility. Following are my suggestions for those who would like to do something about this http://www.mntea.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm Vinter 2002 Newsletter Page 10 of 44 videspread problem, but have limited time and budget. Prioritize. Doing Something is far better than leaving the invasion unchecked. 3uckthorn Reduction Priorities for a Limited Budget Partner with conservation groups, neighborhood groups, your municipality, volunteers. Write grants: Conservation Partners (DNR), Non - profits, LCMR. Protect quality areas only marginally infested. Remove female buckthorn first. Mark them in late fall, when full of fruit, for later removal. Release and protect existing natives plants. Find the remaining jewels, and clear around them first. Prioritize removals to be in high - profile areas (ex. along bike paths, parkways, play areas) Publicize what you're doing: put up informational signs in the project area, distribute flyers to nearby residents, write an article for your local paper or association. � Stop to answer questions of all those who inquire. Hope for a Biological Control 0 "Good news came this month," wrote Cynthia Boyd in the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Sept. 26, 2001, "in a $20,000 report commissioned by the state Department of Natural Resources from the Center for Applied Bioscience International in Delmont, Switzerland. The 100 page research paper includes a list of 14 insects that are possible natural predators (of buckthorn), thus potential control agents." According to L like Skinner and Jay Rendall, coordinators in the DNR's exotic species program, the feasibility study was completed in August, but the entire study may take up to ten years to complete. The next step will be to test the 14 species to determine which ones harm buckthorn exclusively. A web page within the MN DNR web site will be established with buckthorn biocontrol research updates at: www.dnr,state.mn.us (search on buckthorn biocontrol). A Worthwhile Conference The first -ever Buckthorn Conference: The Buck Stops Here!! was a success, because it was a place to learn and receive updated information about the problem, discover multiple control methods, hear case - studies about successfe projects, and connect with others who are concerned about this burgeoning problem. The conference will be a long- lasting success if those of us who http://www.mntca.org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm TVnter 2002 Newsletter Page 11 of 44 attended, keep the momentum going and circulate the information we gathered here. 0 0 Notice the terminal thorn and pair of buds that look like the hoof print of a buck.The plant's common name describes these features. C o n trol method information comes from expert testimony and case study rep orts given by: 1. Mary Maguire Lerman, Mpls. Park and Rec. Board; 2. Richard Gjertson, Mn Landscape Arboretum; 3. John Moriarty, Ramsey Co. Parks & Rec.; 4. Norm Erickson, Buckthorn Buster volunteer, Rochester; 5. Chris Romer, Top Notch Tree Care • Janet Larson, Consulting Arborist and TCA Additional information from: Doug Courneya, U of MN Extension Service Buckthorn Display, Olmstead County http: / /www.mntea.org/Newsletter /newsletters /winter_02.htm Vinter 2002 Newsletter Page , 12 of 4 3 atrick Weicherding, U of MN Extension Service, Anoka County Fo learn how extensive the invasive species problem is, read more in: 1. Randall, J.M. & J. Marinelli. 1996. Invasive Plants: Weeds of the Global Garden. Brooklyn Botanic Garden. Brooklyn, NY. 2. MnDNR Trails & Waterways Division. 2001. Minnesota non - native terrestrial plants: an identification guide. 75 pp. The herbicide information given in this article is for educational purposes only. Reference to commercial products or trade names is made with the understanding That no discrimination is intended and no endorsement is implied. Use products gnly as directed on the label. Your fellow TCA, Janet Larson, will be giving a slide presentation on this topic to the Master Gardeners of Hennepin County on April 1, 2001; location TBA - -no Fooling! Back To Top. Placed On G s #d Quarantine Gypsy-Moth Infest #d Area In Southwest Minneapolis ST. PAUL, MN. To help slow the spread of America's most destructive tree pest, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) today placed a gypsy moth - infested area in southwest Minneapolis under quarantine until next spring. This quarantine restricts the movement of tree and woody material out of the area until June 15, 2002. Under the quarantine, trees may be pruned, but all branches and woody material must stay on the property (even if limbs are chipped, gypsy moth eggs are still viable). The quaratine also requires anyone who moves outdoor household items such as patio furniture, trucks, campers, or pallets out of th quarantined area to have these producrs inspected by a state of federal official before shipping them to a non - quarantined area. This step will help ensure the items are free of moth egg masses. The 400 -acre quarantined area, which was declared infested by the MDA earlip this fall, extends from the east side of Xerxes Avenue South to the west side of James Avenue South and the south side of 50th Street West to the north side of http://www.mntca,org/Newsletter/newsletters/winter-02.htm M 0 1 Planning Checklist for a Buckthorn Bust • Brainstorm project ideas; select the highest priority project • Define your goals and objectives; be specific and write them down • Consider ways to achieve your objective; evaluate the alternatives and select the best strategy • Get preliminary support; since the project involves property that you do not own or control, set up a meeting with the affected parties ✓ Brainstorm a list of all the tasks that need to be completed to reach your goal • Group tasks into categories and put them in chronological order • Set the timeline for starting and completing each task • List what resources you need to complete each task: money, support, materials, equipment ✓ Decide who will do what and when; form subcommittees as needed; delegate ✓ To monitor progress and head off problems, set up some way that the committee members report when tasks are complete ✓ Make copies of the plan for all committee members ✓ Get permission and /or support for the final plan from the private or public property owners ✓ Seek support; promote your plan in your community or neighborhood ✓ Take copies of the plan with you when you present your ideas to others • Recruit volunteers to help implement the plan; delegate tasks • Put you plan into action • Remove buckthorn! Celebrate! • Thank everyone ✓ Evaluate the project; compare what you did with what you planned; modify the plan as needed to improve future projects • Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide ATTACHMENT 2 SUGGESTED BUCKTHORN BUST PLANNING CALENDER FALL REMOVAL Task Description JAN' FEB MAR APR MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEPT OCT Nov DEC' Organize Steering Committee Select Project Site Design Removal Day Coordinate Volunteers Buckthorn Inventory Raise Funds Promote Project in Media Educate Remove Buckthorn Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide 0 Date SAMPLE PRESS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION: Contact Busting Buckthorn in Your Neighborhood Residents of (name) neighborhood have a special opportunity to rid their yard of buckthorn, an invasive non - native plant. The neighborhood has organized a Buckthorn Bust, where residents will remove buckthorn from their own property. On (date) , a tree service contractor will drive down the streets and pick -up and /or chip the buckthorn from all participating homes at a low cost to property owners. The tree service will not cut down and remove your buckthorn as part of the Buckthorn Bust. That is the participant's responsibility. Common buckthorn, Columnar Glossy buckthorn, and Fernleaf buckthorn are now classified as noxious weeks by the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. This means that the sale, planting and transport of them are prohibited as of 2001. When you remove buckthorn from your property, you remove the seed source that birds eat and carry in their droppings to other sites. And when you remove buckthorn, you will help other landscape plants thrive. By removing buckthorn from your own property, you are helping stop the spread of buckthorn to our forests, prairies, wetlands, and parks! If you want to take advantage of this opportunity to participate in the Buckthorn Bust you must sign up in advance. Contact (name and organization) at # (phone) and request a participation form. Looking for fail volunteer opportunities? We can also use volunteer help assisting homeowners that are participating in the Buckthorn Bust. When you sign up, you will receive information on how to remove buckthorn. group /organization) will also be having a Buckthorn Bust workshop for participants and volunteers (location and date not yet determined). The deadline for signing up is (date) Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide 40 n - Door hanger Example You have BUCKTHORN on your property! j . Buckthorn is an invasive, non - native shrub that chokes out native plants in our forests, parks, roadsides and more! ...but this is YOUR chance to HELP remove iM is organizing a Buckthorn Bust in YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. Where is your buckthorn? TN House Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide If you would like to participate in Buckthorn Bust: Call Phone # You will then receive information about the Bust, including how to properly remove buckthorn, how to keep buckthorn from returning, and suggestions for replacement plants. Feel free to call with any questions regarding buckthorn or the Buckthorn Bust! n u Buckthorn Inventory Homeowner Map Neighborhood /Block Project Name Name and Address of Resident — Inventory Buckthorn 1 -2 months before the Buckthorn Bust. Sketch the house and other large structures on the map below. Then draw arrows from each character to areas on the map, in order to indicate type of buckthorn on property Buckthorn Character T Property Map N Female plants Tall shrubs (at least 5 ft) Short shrubs (< 5 ft) Seedlings E— W E -4 Hedgerow Other Notes: S I Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide 13 P Date 0 SAMPLE PRESS RELEASE FOR MORE INFORMATION: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact Learn to Remove Backyard Buckthorn (city /group /organization) are sponsoring FREE hands -on workshops in your area. In conjunction with the neighborhood Buckthorn Bust, the workshops will teach residents how to remove buckthorn from their property. The goal of the workshops is to provide support and education to all residents about the buckthorn problem and how they can help. Each resident plays an important role in the management and long -term control of buckthorn in the area. The workshop will also address plant replacement design and how residents can participate in the upcoming Buckthorn Bust. If you would like to find out about what the big deal is with buckthorn this workshop is for you! Workshop Details: Name Location Day Date Time Call (name) at (r)hone number) for more information and registration. MM Buckthorn Bust Neighborhood Guide 0 t 0 Volunteer Buckthorn Buster Thank -you for your interest in the Buckthorn Bust! It's volunteers like you will make this project a success! Attached to this sheet you will find maps with all of the removal locations labeled, as well as the proper removal method. 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ZIP CODE HEAVY MEDIUM LIGHT MINI RANGE http://www.weedwrench.com/PrinterFriendlyBrochure.htm MEMORANDUM CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (952) 474 -3236 FAX (952) 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us TO: Mayor and City Council Craig Dawson, City Administrator FROM: Larry rown, Director o Public ors Y of Wk DATE: May 7, 2005 RE: Park Vandalism Vandalism within parks is an ongoing and frustrating issue. This issue is one that touches every municipality, county and state. Many articles and publications exist to try to combat this issue. Attachment 1 is an article that was written for park district managers that highlights some key points regarding vandalism and prevention. The article points out that there are many reasons the various acts of vandalism occur, and that there is no one stop measure that is going to stop the abuse. Staff has compiled a list of various acts of vandalism that have occurred over the last five years. This has been included as Attachment 2. Biffs Portable Restrooms What better target is there than a portable restroom? At least the kids think so! The majority of the time, kids limit their activity to tipping over the facilities. Each time a " Bifp' is tipped over, the City incurs a fee. When the act involves burning the Biff, the city would normally pay a $500 replacement fee. However, the City has elected to pay a $10.00 per month per facility insurance fee with a zero deductible amount, for a biff that is destroyed. Summary of Other Damage Also attached to the report is a summary of major acts of vandalism that have occurred over the last five years. This does not account for routine acts such as destruction of picnic tables, furniture or • other minor items. © gip PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER C Park Commission Park Vandalism May 7, 2005 Page 2 of 2 Many of the major acts of vandalism are covered by insurance. As noted earlier, the City pays a $500 deductible for these acts. Costs listed are the total cost of damage, including labor costs to repair or replace the item damaged. Certainly, the best prevention to park vandalism is by attentive neighbors or watch groups along with ample use of the parks. Staff will present these items for discussion on Tuesday night. r� • • VANDALISM CONTROL MANAGEMENT FOR PARK DISTRICTS Vandalism of park district facilities can be drastically reduced. A new comprehensive approach, Vandalism Control Management, provides a systematic program to reduce facility damage, wasted manhours of repair, and opportunities lost to park users due to vandalism. By Monty L. Christiansen Understanding why facilities are vandalized is the key to reducing the problem. Sometimes just eliminating the temptation by removing the "booty" and making that known is sufficient. Here a notice on a soft drink dispenser tells users "All money removed from this machine daily." [Photo by Monty Christiansen] The ultimate objective of a park management system for vandalism control is not to eliminate all vandalism — that's not realistic — but to reduce unnecessary expenses by using the most cost - effective approaches, including both the appropriate social and physical strategies. There is no single universal solution because vandalism is not a single problem. Actions (vandalistic behavior) and their consequences (vandalistic damages) are separate but related aspects of the total complex problem. A new approach, Vandalism Control Management (VCM) as described in this article is a comprehensive process for park districts. It offers a systematic program to reduce maintenance costs through problem definition, behavior interpretation, objective setting, data collection, strategy selection and implementation, assessment and follow -up. Park vandalism control management must be cost - efficient. Park districts must not invest in vandalism control expenditures which would exceed the potential for saving. Additionally, it is important to maintain a balance between vandalism reduction and facility usability, maintenance, and aesthetics, as well as the environmental and cultural qualities of the park and recreation areas. It is essential that the VCM program be quantifiable, i.e. there must be demonstrable evidence of effectiveness. DETERMINE WHY VANDALISM OCCURRED "Vandalism" has been used as a label for a broad range of negative behavior, from accidental or trivial incidents to actual criminal activity. While it's not always possible to determine why an incident occurred, reduction of future incidents is more probable when park districts can prevent or prepare for similar events. Not all vandalism is preventable, but it is possible to direct VCM strategies toward reduction of those which can be controlled. The following paragraphs identify forms of vandalism and note which ones may be effectively reduced by vandalism control management. For management purposes, it is possible to group vandalism into four rather broad categories: • Inexplicable Vandalism; Deliberate Vandalism; Incidental Vandalism; and Institutionalized Vandalism. ATTACHMENT 1 A. Inexplicable Forms of Vandalism. 0 The first category of vandalism includes those unexplainable, unprovoked, and often wanton acts of destruction. These acts, which may be the result of psychotic or inebriate behavior, cannot be anticipated and diverted. The only defenses a park district can use against these incidents are basic law enforcement, securing the park and its facilities after hours, and hardening susceptible targets to reduce damage. While this type of vandalism can be very destructive, it is fortunate that it is not the most common. S. Deliberate Forms of Vandalism. These forms of hard core vandalism are intentional, premeditated, and willful. Sometimes called "vandalism for revenge ", vindictive or malicious acts of vandalism may account for more cases of vandalism than is known. The grievance perceived by the perpetrator may be the result of a park citation or other embarassing situation in the park, unavailability of a favorite facility because of other users, or even an imagined complaint. The vandalism is often an effort to "get even ". It is not possible to underestimate the significance fair, courteous, and non - embarrassing treatment of park users, even as wrong- doers, has upon preventing possible destructive, vindictive vandalism. Some forms of deliberate vandalism are done for profit or gain. These range from simple petty theft to larger magnitudes of stealing. Predatory incidents vary from stripping or breaking off materials which can be sold as recyclable scrap. (Common park district targets: wiring, fixtures, metal gutters or fencing, timber, and even light poles.) Sometimes park facilities are vandalized to gain access to loot or steal — vending machines, pay phones, or storage rooms. Stolen park signs are popular for souvenirs or room displays. Special precautions must be used to prevent sign removal, as well as that of picnic tables; grills; benches; newly planted trees, bushes, and sod; and specimen evergreen trees (Christmas trees). Two special types of deliberate vandalism have been identified. In both of these cases, the damage done is only a tactic or is secondary to a perceived "right." Occasionally individuals damage secured facilities to gain entry, not to loot or steal, but to use the facilities. They break locked gates, cut chainlink fencing, jimmy door locks, etc., to use closed tennis courts, swimming pools, basketball courts, restrooms, and other park facilities. On the other hand, park facilities may be deliberately damaged or defaced to advance some end or cause, rather than to acquire money, property, or to use a facility. Usually resulting in graffiti or disfigurement, the act is primarily to gain attention or leave a message of sorts. C. Incidental Forms of Vandalism. These are the most common incidents of property damage in park districts. While they do not usually receive newspaper headlines and public attention, they cause erosive and progressive damage that accumulates until an area becomes dilapidated and requires costly maintenance. Acts of incidental vandalism, more than any other categories of damage- causing behavior, are often avoidable or preventable. It is possible to effectively reduce incidental vandalism in parks and thereby achieve a significant maintenance cost saving. • It can be the result of play. It is natural for children to take things apart, climb trees, throw stones, or scribble on walls, and things may be damaged during such activities. Practical jokes frequently require additional maintenance and cleanup. Lack of things to do, boredom, and loitering by youth may result in activities which make areas messy, unattractive, or possibly offensive to other park users. Park resources also may be damaged due to thoughtlessness, indifference, or disregard. Common examples include littering; picking flowers; throwing knives into trees, benches, or tables; breaking limbs off trees and loose boards from park furniture for firewood; etc. Most of these acts of incidental vandalism are avoidable and preventable. They can be responsive to various social approaches to vandalism reduction and prevention techniques which are cheaper than the repair and replacement costs if these forms of vandalism are unchecked. "Vandalism" has been used as a label for a broad range of negative behavior, from accidental or trivial incidents to actual criminal activity. D. Institutionalized Forms of Vandalism. There are situations when property - damaging activities have become tolerated, acceptable, or "normalized." For example, the litter left at a pavilion or recreation center which has been reserved or rented is usually considered "normal wear and tear" comparable to the loss of towels and ash trays by hotels. Some park agencies are now requiring a damage deposit with each reservation from which the cost of clean -up and repairs is deducted. There are certain occasions on which some "ritualistic" vandalism is expected, condoned, or (by • some) encouraged. Locally this may be Halloween, high school senior prank days, club initiation nights, home - coming, graduation, or (for adults) labor strikes. Typically some semi - protected group is permitted behavior which usually is not tolerated. Unless the behavior is excessive, the normal rules are suspended and the damaged is repaired with little fanfare or recourse. SELECT APPROPRIATE STRATEGIES FOR VANDALISM CONTROL VCM strategies should be based upon a reasonable conjecture about the motives or rationale for vandalism, a knowledge of the types of damage and degree of severity incurred, and the vandalism control resources available. Some strategies are proactive — i.e. preventative. They are implemented before vandalism occurs. Others are reactive — i.e. remedial. They are implemented to correct conditions which proved to be susceptable to vandalism, modify or adapt facilities against similar future damage. Social strategies are concerned with the behavior of park users; physical strategies affect the facilities and resources of the park district. A combination of social and physical strategies — proactive initially and reactive if necessary — should be selected as a comprehensive package or program; no single solution will control the complex variety of problems collectively described as vandalism. In many cases it may be possible to eliminate or modify vandalistic conduct and thus reduce repair costs. . A. Social Strategies. The social approach to vandalism control is most effective with incidental forms of vandalism, institutionalized vandalism, and inebriate activities. These may be avoidable, preventable, and thus controllable by social techniques more than the more deliberate acts of vandalism. � K Park districts have five basic social "tools" to reduce vandalism: (1) publicity and public relations; (2) education; (3) rule enforcement; (4) programming and general operations; and (5) cooperation. 1. Publicity. It is important that park districts have a clear policy regarding publicity about vandalism. Policy considerations include the extent of damage incurred, necessity to notify police (whose records are public information), existence of a public education campaign to reduce vandalism, existence of a reward policy, and the use of vandalism control cooperative programs. 2. Education. Park district staff should be trained to anticipate and prevent instances of vandalism before they occur, to minimize existing opportunities for vandalism, and to modify vandalism targets to reduce repeated damages. They should understand the causes and types of vandalism, social and physical strategies, how to use incident and periodic inspection procedures, etc. Staff should be trained in positive public contact and public relations. All staff — whether providing program services, maintenance, protection, or law enforcement — should treat the park user as an individual and help create a social atmosphere of friendliness between the park visitor and the district. The keys to education as a social tool to reduce vandalism are the defining and understanding of the objective or purpose of each educational effort, focusing in on specific target audiences, and utilizing appealing and effective techniques. Educational campaigns for park users should emphasize avoidable or preventable acts of incidental vandalism — it is not likely that deliberate vandalism can be reduced significantly by public appeals and education. 3. Rule Enforcement. There are several important considerations about park district rule enforcement: adoption of realistic, enforceable rules and regulations; use of perceived presence of authority through employee visibility; establishment of financial incentive and reward programs; and adaptive surveillance. Park regulations must be presented to park visitors in clear, positive, reasonable, and understandable language. It is best to avoid an authoritarian or "bossy" atmosphere in signage. Park district personnel may be available in a non - conspicuous manner. Uniforms provide public visibility. The presence of park district staff — maintenance crews, program leaders, lifeguards, rangers, receptionists, even uniformed park volunteers — provides a feeling that the district is readily in control of the situation. There are several approaches to financial incentives /rewards. One technique has been to establish a vested interest for regular special facility users (such as swimming pools or skating rinks) by creation of a "vandalism repair fund" for that facility. Users are informed that the balance of the fund at the end of the season will be available for a special closing program or event. They are encouraged to help keep vandalism costs down and become aware of the personal costs of vandalism, in terms of fiscal outlay and possible experiences lost. Rewards for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals who caused major vandalism have been effective when reward policies are explicit about the minimum extent of damages for which a reward would be offered and minimum criminal charges to be filed. In some cases the reward might be recovered from the convicted individual if the park district is able to obtain a decree of restit as well as an imposed fine. Adaptive surveillance based upon review of periodic park inspections and vandalism incident reports can concentrate on frequent targets. Some parks have incorporated special watches, or extra forces -- including volunteers — to patrol parks at irregular times during heavy use periods. 4. Programming and General Operations. Three general operations strategies to reduce vandalism are recommended: (1) provide limited opportunity for vandalism to occur by heavy use of park facilities through active programming and scheduling; (2) require damage deposits for reserved use of park facilities, and (3) remove temptation by removing readily accessible booty. It is natural for children to take things apart, climb trees, throw stones, or scribble on walls, and things may be damaged during such activities. • 5. Cooperation. Interagency and community group cooperation has been effective. Where public schools are adjacent to park district land or when recreation programs take place in school facilities, cooperation is logical. There have also been a variety of attempts to establish "Neighborhood Watch ", "Adopt -A- Park", or "Stewardship" organizations to monitor and report park vandalism in progress, rather than to have to discover the damage after the vandals have gone. Youth patrols have also been used. Many civic and service organizations have contributed time, labor, materials, and funding for park facilities. They might support community education vandalism control programs; local Speakers Bureau or Toastmasters may be willing to make presentations in behalf of vandalism control. There appear to be two benefits from cooperation with courts: park districts may receive equitable restitution to pay for necessary repairs due to the vandalism and convicted offenders may receive rehabilitation through a court referral work program. (It should be noted that the court impact upon the total vandalism problem is, in reality, minimal because the number of individuals arrested and convicted of a criminal offense due to vandalism has been very small.) B. Physcial Strategies. Careful design and adaptive maintenance are physical strategies for vandalism control. These are best applied in conjunction with social strategies as a part of a complete VCM program. i A well - documented record of vandalism- caused repairs and the effects of adaptive maintenance can help update park district specifications for standard facilities and prevent repetition of previous mistakes, omit easily vandalized designs, and provide "hardened" facilities. • t An adaptive maintenance program, which improves vandalized items by changing or strengthening i broken parts, is better than repairing a damaged facility back to its previous condition. There are six principal physical vandalism control strategies: 1. Stop 'em from doing it! The ultimate protection from vandalism is to prevent it from occurring by controlling access and adequately securing closed facilities. 2. Make it difficult and time - consuming! Much incidental vandalism is the result of impulsive actions, which to the individual, appear to be so easy to do without threat of disclosure or punishment. By increasing the difficulty or risk, it is possible to make some vandalism not worth the effort required. While this will not stop the determined vandal, it can provide a deterrent to opportunistic or incidental vandalism. 3. Let 'em do it, but to something else! There are various fun activities, seemingly innocuous and insignificant by themselves (such as carving initials in trees, writing on walls, etc.), which can individualy or collectively abuse facilities or dilapidate an area. In some instances, it would be more effective to provide tempting legal • alternative or expendable targets for such actions. 4. Protect and strengthen the targets! No park is vandal- resistant. Some facilities, such as drinking fountains, lamps, and restroom fixtures, are inherently susceptible to damage. Others, such as picnic tables and benches, are conspicuous and tempting targets; and still others routinely receive damaging abuse or misuse. Often it is cost effective to protect these facilities by using stronger materials, more durable products, and heavy -duty construction. The initial extra cost is cheaper over the life of the facility than frequent and costly repairs to unhardened targets because of vandalism. S. Make it easy to fix afterwards! Certain forms of vandalism are unpreventable, or prevention may be prohibitively expensive. One example is restroom graffiti. In these situations, periodic repair or refurbishing is an acceptable procedure to provide a specific level of maintenance. These facilities should be modified to make periodic restorations quick, convenient. and economical. Modifications should be based upon the typical vandalistic damage incurred (besides graffiti, other forms of damage to consider here are disassembly, breakage, or blockage). Provisions may include use of a special surface sealer, replacing venerable materials and using special fasteners, to providing convenient access for repairmen. Conspicuously "branded" portable items make park district ownership obvious and helps in the recovery of items removed from the park and later discovered elsewhere. Often it is cost effective to protect facilities by using stronger materials, more durable products, and . heavy -duty construction. y t 6. Take away their masks of secrecy! There are instances (for example, when stolen property might be recovered, repair would be very expensive, health and safety of individuals could be impaired, or when restitution by convicted vandals is a principal source of funding for repairs) when it is recommended that facilities be sited and maintained for easy inspection and / or surveillance — either electronic or with park district rangers, police, or other special personnel. The presence of the surveillance force may deter some who are unwilling to risk loss of anonymity. ASSESSMENT AND FOLLOW -UP By making comparison between current and previous conditions, strategies can be evaluated. Cost savings and problem reduction can be assessed for each strategy to determine effectiveness. Those strategies which are successful may be combined with modified, revised, or completely new strategies to replace unsuccessful approaches. The vandalism control management process mst be dynamic, flexible, and reactive to change; the same as any other management process. REFERENCES VANDALISM CONTROL MANAGEMENT FOR PARKS AND RECREATION AREAS. National Park Service, Technical Services Program; Philadelphia. (1982). MANAGING VANDALISM: A GUIDE TO REDUCING DAMAGE IN PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES. Parkman Center for Urban Affairs, in cooperation with the Parks and Recreation Department; Boston (1978). REDUCING PARK VANDALISM. Upper Plain State Innovation Group; Bismark, ND(1981). Life. Be in it: • t i DAMAGE TO BIFFS PORTABLE TOILETS Biffs - Year 2000 Tip.Owers Date' Pa rk Cost 5/1/2001 Freeman $20.00 Total $20.00 Tim. -Overs Dama ed �P arK Date - ' Park Re air /Destro ed Cost 5/8/20001 Freeman I Destro ed $0 Tip.Owers Date' Pa rk Cost 5/1/2001 Freeman $20.00 Total $20.00 Tim. -Overs Date , �P arK " 8/6/2002 Badger $20.00 4/22/2002 Freeman $40.00 7/11/2002 Total $60.00 Biffs - Year 2001 ... .._ ..: _Darita "ed Date 777 5RW 7 7 , , .ParK . , : Re air /Destrd er Cost Skate Park Repair Damage $0 7/11/2002 Biffs - Year 2002 Biffs - Year 2003 Dama "ed Date Pay K - . .:: R.e airiDestw a ed Cost 9/21/2002 Skate Park Repair Damage $0 7/11/2002 Badger Repair Damage $0 12/19/2002 Freeman Destroyed $0 Biffs - Year 2003 Ti p', Overs lama ed . Da #e ParK ::Re air /Destro ed Cost 7/10/2003 Skate Park Repair Damage $0 1/1/2003 Freeman Repair Damage $0 1/5/2003 Freeman Destroyed $0 1/6/20031 Skate Park Destroyed $0 Ti p', Overs Date Pa rk_ Cost 11/8/2004 Manor $20.00 11/15/2004 Badger $20.00 8/10/2004 Crescent $20.00 7/27/2005 Freeman $20.00 6/30/2004 Freeman $20.00 6/30/2004 Manor $20.00 6/1/2004 Freeman $40.00 6/1/2004 Cathcart $20.00 6/7/2004 Cathcart $20.00 6/3/2004 Badger $20.00 Total $220.00 Biffs - Year 2004 s • ATTACHMENT 2 • Dama ed. Date ' Park-- Re air /Destro ed Cost 6/22/2004 Cathcart Destroyed $0 5/24/2004 Cathcart Destroyed $0 s • ATTACHMENT 2 • City of Shorewood Vandalism 0 Date Park Facility Act Cost Re storati on Jul , 2000 Manor Park Painted Graffiti on Warming House $ 225.00 Painted Warming House July, 2000 Silverwood Park Painted Graffiti on Well House siding $ 275.00 Replaced sidin Au , 2000 Freeman Park Park Shelter set on fire $ 50.00 Minor Damage - f ire extinguished Dec, 2000 Cathcart Park Curly Slide damaged by ice skates $ 75.00 Sanded and repaired surface Jan, 2001 Cathcart Park Destroyed interior of Warming House $ 600.00 Replaced interior June, 2001 Freeman Park Damage to fields & irrigation by car $ 525.00 Repair s stem and restore turf July, 2001 Freeman Park Damage to Display Case and Coin Phone $ 600.00 Remove case and phone July, 2001 Freeman Park Batting Cage Nets damaged and removed ? Replace nets Dec, 2001 Bad er Park Warming House Broken into $ 650.00 Replaced window and door July, 2002 Freeman Park Eddy station broken into $ 250.00 Build Vandal Grates and access July, 2002 Freeman Park Eddy station restroom damage $. 75.00 Repairs July, 2002 Freeman Park Eddy Station Glass Block Windows broken $ 1,250.00 Replace blocks a install P lexiglas cvr Au , 2002 Freeman Park Eddy station restroom damage $ 60.00 Repairs Jan, 2003 Skate Park Fencing burned with biff $ 250.00 Replace fencin Sept, 2003 Badger Park Curly Slide Burned $ 1,950.00 Replaced Slide $500 deductible May, 2004 Cathcart Park Fencing burned with biff $ 250.00 June, 2004 Cathcart Park Fencing and bushes burned with biff $ 275.00 Replace fencing and shrubs July, 2004 Cathcart Park Fencing painted with graffiti $ 75.00 painted/stained Oct, 2004 Freeman Park Burned Tot Lot Crawl Tube $ 1,500.00 Replaced $500.00 deductible Oct, 2004 Freeman Park Burned Tot Lot Crawl Tube $ 1,700.00 Replaced $500.00 deductible Oct, 2004 Freeman Park Field and Irrigation Damage vehicle $ 350.00 Repair field and irrigation system Feb, 2005 Freeman Park Broken bollards $ 200.00 Replace April, 2005 Silverwood Park Painted Graffiti on Tennis Backboard $ 125.00 Repaint backboard (:1'IY OF SHOREW00" 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD • SHOREWOOD, MINNESOTA 55331 -8927 • (952) 474 -3236 FAX (952) 474 -0128 • www.ci.shorewood.mn.us • cityhall @ci.shorewood.mn.us MEMORANDUM TO: Mayor and City Council Craig Dawson, City Administrator FROM: Larry Brown, Director of Public Works DATE: May 7, 2005 RE: Capital Improvement Program Bonnie Burton, Finance Director, is in the process of preparing a financial report that will indicate the current funds available for the Parks Capital Improvement Program (CIP). This will be presented Tuesday evening at the Park Commission meeting. Staff has included the Master Plan for the park systems with the Park Commissioner's packet. The intent is to review the document to see what capital expenditures are needed to meet the goals of the Master Plan, or be added to the Master Plan to achieve a new or revised goal. Attachment 1 is the current Park CIP. At the City Council's suggestion, an amount of $10,000 per year was included in the CIP, to facilitate updates to equipment or facilities on an as needed basis. While this earmarked the funds, no specific projects were identified, with exception of expansion of the skate park equipment. Commissioners may want to consider projects or activities you would like to see budgeted over the next five years. As a side note, it is worth noting that the City Council will be soon be initiating discussions regarding the 50` anniversary for the City of Shorewood in 2006. • ab PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER 96 .. '10 A �m®� PRINTED ON RECYCLED PAPER r H. PARKS Over the past few years, the Park Commission has focused on park management, education and minor infrastructure improvements. Reductions in the available revenue, generated by development, have decreased over the last few years. Therefore, management strategies have been redefined to best utilize the resources available. The following are Project Proposals for each Park Project, an overall Project Schedule, and Funding source summary. • 117 Prol I Desci 1 Park I TOTAL 2005 - 2009 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM Section IIH, PARK AND RECREATION - PROJECT SUMMARY on 2005 2006 2007 2 •ovements $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000 10,000 1 $ 10,000 1 1 • 1 10,000 I $ 10,000 1 $ 10,000 • 118 ,Mar 15 05 02:47p Mark Muller 763 797 7402 F.l F . 12/06/04 To: Parks and Recreation Contact Persons From: Mark Muller Re: 2005 Skateboard Camp Programs Hello? First off, I would like to thank you for looking at our in- formation for the 20053 d Lair Skateboard Camp Program. There are many options to get involved with it - if your city has its own skatepark, joist book as many weeks as you think you can fill up. If your cite does not have a skatepark then consider teaming up with a nearby city that does. Another option is to have us bring our mobile skatepark* to your city and host a camp with it. Your last option is orgam*zing transportation to our facility herein Golden Valley and attending the camps here. Any of the above options will entitle you to a 20% revenge share. We will split the revenue for the camp on a 80 - 20 basis. The participation fee of $160.0(} is divided 80% (128.00) to the 3rd Lair and 20% (32.00) to your parks and recreation. department/organization. . All of our instructors have gone through rigorous training m preparation of teaching these camps_ Most have honed their skills teaching here at the 3 d Lair through our own camps, clinics and lessons that we do year round at our facility. Skateboarding is a ne w and unique spurt; our approach to teaching it is the same: We focus hard on the basic fundamentals, safety, and skatepark etiquette. We intermix core training with fun and games, the result being a great experience for kids of all shill levels. We vigorously promote and advertise these skate camps in are effort to increase participation_ We encourage you to do the same - getting the camp printed in your city's seasonal brochures is a big boost- We also utilize: our facility, our web site, our traveling demo team, we include all camp information in our E -Mail Blasts, we also advertise in the MuSun Newspaper. Ta i • CE 1E�.79E�iTt E FA„ 7G'� 704� N �aQ FL�RIoA AVE S OLDEN VAS LEA MR �2F �t 3�.klR.COM SKaifWX sKk Mar 15 05 02:47p Mark Muller 763 797 7402 p.2 It's easy to book a 3" Lair Skate Camp at your location- Just fill out the Contract Agreement and fax it over at 763 797 7402. Then mail the original along with your deposit check to confirm your placement on our schedule. You'll take the registration for your camp and let us know how many riders have signed up for it. We'll then book our 'instructors to handle the total amount of students. Our 'instructors will take care of ever eAse. We'll be there Monday — Friday, 9 — 1100. We'll be responsible for daily attendance, roster sheets, and any other requirement-.; that you might have. I've enclosed the follmAring documentation for you please keep them in your file for future reference and use: I. Invitation to participate in the 2005 Skateboard Camp Program 1 Contract agreement 3. W 9 4. Invoice (blank) 5. A Winter, Spring & Summer Break Skateboard Camp brochures 6. Our 'General Information' flyers 7. Hire us for a demo / chrjjc / contest flyer 8. Calendar of upcoming camps for 2005 9. Copy of our liability 'insurance certificate • On behalf of the PLair and our staff of instructors we thank you again for your consideration and we look forward to another great year of teaching Minnesota's youth bow to ride a skateboard! Sincerely — Mark Muller, Skateboard Cainp Director Office: 763 797 7402 Mobile: 612 ' ) 88 3709 Fax: 763 797 7402 ma-k(U; 3 rd] all C-OT11 --%,rd .3 Lair SkatePark i Action Sports of Minnesota 850 Florida Ave, Golden Valley, 1 -411. 55426 Ica P* SKATEPARK: 7EnSKATE 2 WME. 7 383300, Z FA 763-79 K 850 FLORMA AVE S� ULDEN &UY, MN 551,-oZ 3,ULUR.Com • Mar 15 05 02:47p h , Mark Muller 763 707 7402 The 3` Lair SkatePark & SkateShop in Minneapolis, Mn. is announcing our 2005 Skateboard Camp Schedule_ Since 1 997, the 3' Lair has earned a reputation of being one of the best skateparks in the United States. We've been hosting skateboard camps since our first year and they're only getting better. We'd like to invite you to the following_ 3 Lair SkatePark Skateboard Camp Schedule - 2005 1. March 28 * ` — April I 2005 — Spring Break Skateboard Camp Session #1 I April 4' 8' 2005 — Spring Break Skateboard Camp Session #2 3. June 1J"` -- -17` 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session 41 4e June 20"` — 24" 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session 42 5. June 27` — July 1". 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session ##3 6. July I I` -- I5'31 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session #4 7. July 18' — 22', 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session 95 8. July 25` — 29' 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session #6 9. August 1 — 5` 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session #7 10- August 8' — 12"`, 2005 — Summer Break Skateboard Camp Session 48 11. October 19 — 21 2005 — WA Break Skateboard Camp 12. November 25` 2005 — POWERCAMP 13 December 19' — 20. 2005 — Winter Break Skateboard Camp Session #2 14. December 26` — 28` 2005 — hinter Break Skateboard Camp Session #1 ,ill of these camps are help at the 3` Lair SkatePark in Golden 'Valley, Mn. Camps run rain or shine —eve have both indoor and outdoor courses. The 3` Lair SkatePark, its owners and staff are dedicated to skateboarding. We take great pride in hosting our skateboard camps. Our staff of instructors is professionally trained by Camp Director — Mark Muller_ All instructors have years of teaching experience and fallow our unique teaching curriculum, For more information on any of these camps, to become involved as a sponsor, or to register a rider — please call :Mark Muller at 763 797 7401. Each of these camps is held at: The 3 Lair SkatePark 850 Florida Ave. South Golden Valley, Mn. 55426 The person to contact for these camps: Mark N - 1u11er - 763 797 7401, park { - 3 r day r.co For more inforr_iation check out our web site p.3 Ta pi SKATE ?ARK: 7�s.7UKATE L° vci :E: 7ralBU40 FAX: 7a? S 50 Es* • � J ?.7� � �t FLORIDA FU' RSA At�E S, �}tJfk VALLEY. l4Fft .,� a.�f�..A�rc.�OM S%ATfP� SY,A Mar k. 15 05 02:47p Mark Muller 763 797 7402 p.4 3 d � aiR SKATEPARK-SKATESHOP DEMONSTRATION TEAM Are you interested in having the 3' Lair come to your skatepark, school, festival, or special event to perform our amazing show? We have our own portable skatepark that we can set up, perform on, teach on, and even hold a competition on. • The 3' Lair Demo Team is a mobile entertainment unit. We travel around the upper Midwest with our trailer full of ramps during the summer months performing demonstrations, contests and clinics at many different venues. • Our high flying performance comes with an emcee that will keep the crowd informed by describing the maneuvers that the team is doing and will also do a question & answer period. • The 3' Lair will also give your crowd the opportunity to receive a lesson from one of our team riders. The 3' Lair can perform at your existing skatepark and we also have our portable one that we can set up just about anywhere there is a flat, hard surface. • We have reasonable rates and can tailor a show to fit any budget. Please give us a call for more information and booking of the 3' Lair Demo Team. Contact Mark Muller at 763 797 1401. Our minimum package is 1500.00 Payment in full required to confirm your placement on our schedule. Refund policy is 75 if event is canceled within 4 weeks of date. S a V IWI IK U402 3 850 FLURIDA AVE � GOLDEN VALLEY, m1i 55428 S 3RMJ 45 MTE SKATEPARK 7SIN-SKATE 2 ORJU: 763 N FAX: 7 r 2 g l UR COM ?IRK-SUTISO