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PARK COMMISSION MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, MARCH 28, 2000 7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
1.
CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
A. , _ ` Roll Call
Young_
Puzak
Arnst
Bix
Themig
Dallman
Berndt
B. Review Agenda
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Joint Meeting With Sports Organization of January 31, 2000(Att: #2ADraft
Summary)
B. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of March 14, 2000 (Att.42B Draft
Minutes)
3.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
4.
REPORTS
A. Report on City Council Meetings of March 13 and March 27
B. Report on Park Foundation Joint Meeting March 16, 2000
5.
REVIEW CIP FINANCING OPTIONS AND PLANS FOR BUILDING
A. Questions for Architect/WSB Engineer (will be in attendance)
B. Recommendation to City Council
6.
SPORTS ORGANIZATION FEES (Follow -up to W1 meeting)(Att.46)
A. Review Our Goals for the Fees
B. Develop a Formula for Cost Recovery
C. Next Steps for Implementation, i.e., meeting with organizations individually
7.
DISCUSSION OF PARK COMMISSION GOALS FOR 2000(Att. -#7 -1999 Goals)
8.
REVIEW TO DO LIST (Att. -#8)
9.
NEW BUSINESS Council Liaison
April Dallman
10.
ADJOURNMENT May Berndt
Majority of City Council may be present
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• CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
PARK COMMISSION/FOUNDATION MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
MONDAY, JANUARY 31, 2000 7:30 P.M.
SUMMARY
General Overview as Prepared by Mark Koegler of Hoisington Koegler Group, Inc.
Meeting was held on January 31 attended by representatives of the Park Commission,
youth baseball, Tonka United Soccer, youth football and hockey. Representatives from
the adult softball program were not at the meeting. After a presentation of financial
resources and costs attributable to each group, the discussion focused on identifying
possible future fund raising sources. In addition to those items raised by the Park
Commission, the group offered the following:
• The youth baseball representatives suggested that they would have interest in
providing more volunteer labor. The soccer representative stated that they
currently handle the striping of fields, placement of goals, etc.
• MCES suggested that the City focus on obtaining grants oriented toward youth
asset building. The baseball representatives stated that they received a grant last
year from the Minnesota Twins and that Shorewood had actually let them know
that the grant program was available. The Park Commission stated that they
. should continue to pursue joint city /organization grants.
• It was suggested that the City allow advertising signs around baseball field areas.
The suggestion led to a brief discussion of aesthetic issues and further suggestions
that signs could either be seasonal (possibly banners attached to fencing) or could
be designed in some uniform, more visually pleasing manner.
• Consider product exclusives. Coke or Pepsi could be granted an exclusive at the
new Freeman Park building in exchange for a fee.
• The football program conducted one tournament last year at. Bennett Park and
charged for parking. Establishing paid parking for special events raised traffic
concerns. It was suggested that consideration be given to priority parking
involving a fee and possibly a permit.
• Tonka United is about to try a relationship- marketing program whereby program
participants receive a discount card that is good at a variety of local merchants.
The organization received income from the company providing the cards.
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PARK COMMISSION
TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2000
MINUTES
1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
Co -chair Arnst called the meeting to order at 7:32 P.M.
A. Roll Call
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
7:30 P.M.
Present: Co- chairs Dallman and Arnst; Commissioners Puzak, Berndt; Bix, and Young,
City Engineer Larry Brown;
Later Arrivals: Councilmember Scott Zerby; Commissioner Mark Themig
Also Present: Little League Representative Gordy Lindstrom; Adult Softball Representative
Chuck Horton
B. Review Agenda
• • Item #9 will move to the end after #13).
• Discussion of the skate park will be added to the agenda, just before Old Business.
• A report from Engineer Brown on the Freeman Park multi - purpose building and the CIP will
be discussed after item #5.
Dallman moved, Puzak seconded to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion passed
unanimously.
2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of January 11, 2000
Change all misspellings from "trial" to "trail."
Puzak moved and Dallman seconded to approve the Minutes as corrected. Motion passed
unanimously.
3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
There were none.
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4. REPORTS 0
A. Report on City Council Meetings of January 24, February 14 and February 28
Council Liaison Zerby will report after his arrival.
B. Update on Smithtown Right -of -Way Issues
City Engineer Brown explained the outcome of the right -of -way report which was completed by
the City's attorney and the engineering firm, WSB & Associates. They have searched parcel -by-
parcel to determine where the City has dedicated right -of -way or some other form of easement.
Calculations were done to determine what it would take to acquire the land needed for a full
right -of -way width along Smithtown Road, from Country Club Road to the Victoria border. At
current rates, the cost would be about $450,000. Brown added that the acquisition of rights -of-
way is now eligible to state aid dollars. He also noted that the number of properties where there
is dedicated right -of -way is greater than expected.
Council Liaison Zerby arrived.
Commissioner Puzak asked if there is a difference between just a road upgrade and a road
upgrade with a pathway. Brown said that the way costs are calculated, the City would be
purchasing boulevard area, either way. The difference for road, or road with trail would be •
minute.
Puzak asked, if there is a difference, how much of it would be eligible for state aid. Brown said
it may, in fact not be state aid at all. This is assuming it is. If we do use state aid, those
acquisitions would be included. There were further questions about various options and the need
of purchasing easements. Brown said if any roadway or trail project goes outside of the existing
footprint, the City would need to purchase right -of -way.
Co -chair Arnst asked if the next step is to communicate to Smithtown neighbors. Puzak said it is
the Commission's obligation to clarify the information for residents and we now know more
about the options. Co -chair Dallman said if state aid is involved, it becomes a City Council and
staff problem.
Commissioner Kate Lynch Bix asked what the minimum requirements are for state aid? Brown
explained that there are two important requirements; width and vertical sight line. For example,
if the trail is flattened, but the roadway is not, it may require a retaining wall. The other matter is
width. State aid requires 8 feet (preferably 10 feet) for a trail.
Puzak said he is in favor of meeting with Smithtown neighbors. Dallman agreed, but asked if it
is the role of staff, Council, or Park Commission. There was further discussion about location,
timing and presentation. Council Liaison Zerby said that the City Council would like to hear
what the neighborhood needs. For one thing, residents have said they do not want curb and •
gutter.
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The Commission agreed to hold a public meeting at City Hall on a future Saturday to present the
information gained through the right -of -way study and to gather resident feedback. Arnst will
work on dates and get back to the Commission. Invitations will then be sent to residents.
C. Update on Grant Applications
Brown reported that the Metro Greenways grant of $15,000 was denied and a $5,000 grant from
Met Council was also denied. The City has applied for several grants and is waiting for word on
one other larger grant. Brown has recently taken over the work on DNR grants for the Freeman
Park multipurpose building and the skate park, and the application will be submitted by the end
of the month.
D. Update on Application for Variance for Little League Dug Out on Field #3
Gordy Lindstrom spoke on behalf of the South Tonka Little League, noting that the correct field
number is Field #2. They have submitted the application for a variance, which will be on the
Planning Commission agenda at the first meeting of April. The project could proceed after
weight restrictions end or it can wait until the end of baseball season in August.
Engineer Brown reported that the City's negotiation with the State for $50,000 to close the
• Freeman Park access may not come through. The State may do away with the cooperative
agreement program because of limited staffing. The City's cost was $126,000 to reconstruct the
parking and traffic area, with the State contributing $50,000. The City's Capital Improvement
Program is also tight, so there is question on whether to proceed with closing the access.
Mr. Lindstrom also reported that one of the Little League representatives spoke with neighbors
living near Field #2. The neighbor with the foul ball problem said he is happy with the netting
solution and indicated he has no objection to the dugouts.
E. Report on Park Foundation Meeting of February 10, 2000
Co -chair Dallman reported on the joint session with Council and the Park Commission. It was
reiterated that the Foundation will need to help with fundraising because of everyone's
determination to move ahead with the skate park and multipurpose building. The Foundation
will meet again on Thursday, March 16. The fundraising brochure is ready to print.
F. Report on LRT Trail Walk of February 12, 2000
Co -chair Amst reported that two Park Commissioners, the Mayor and Councilmember Liz&
walked the LRT trail and encountered about 8 neighbors and 28 dogs. It was a quiet walk and
the only suggestion they heard was to add another garbage can, perhaps at Strawberry Lane.
Otherwise, there were no complaints. Zerby added that there were a couple of people riding
• bikes as well as some cross- country ski tracks along the far edge of the trail.
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A. Report on City Council Meetings of January 11, February 14 and February 28 - •
Revisited
Zerby reported that the City Council did vote to plow about 50% of the width of the LRT trail
this year, based on trail -user comments. Amst commented that the Council wishes to proceed on
the skate park project. They would like to hear from the Park Commission about which of the
two sites (the old State Hwy 7 wayside picnic area or Manitou Park in Tonka Bay) they prefer.
Puzak said he thinks the Highway 7 location is better, but it is premature to say for sure. He
suggested that the Park Commission first propose to City Council that the property be considered
to become a future Shorewood park. The next step is to go through public hearings, and based
on those discussions, we will be prepared to answer if it is the best location for a skate park.
Engineer Brown asked for clarification on the statement to designate the site as a park or a skate
park. Puzak said first we have to know if it is a park. Then it's on our [the Commission's] table
and we would go through the process of planning, zoning, etc.
Puzak moved, Berndt seconded that the Park Commission wants to focus the City Council,
Park Commission, Planning Commission and staff energies on the former State -owned
Highway 7 wayside rest area to be designated as a skate park.
Commissioner Howard Young asked why that is the best site. Puzak explained the background
of the two possible sites (the wayside rest area and Manitou Park) and the pros and cons of both. 0
Dallman said he is all for the former State property being designated as Shorewood park land, but
recommends they make the skate park decision a separate issue.
Commissioner Bix asked for some details about the skate park. Puzak described some of the
features and ideas on use of the park. He added that the Highway 7 site also has potential for a
picnic area and possibly other activities.
Dallman reiterated that he would like to go to the City Council with a request that the land first
be adopted as a City park. Puzak said he believes the Commission has already asked the Council
to consider it as parkland. Brown said he is not sure there was a formal motion, but there has
been discussion to that effect.
The motion on the table passed 5/1 ( Dallman opposed).
5. DISCUSSION ON JANUARY 31 JOINT MEETING WITH SPORTS
ORGANIZATIONS
• Follow up With Adult Softball
Mr. Gordy Lindstrom explained that the Adult Softball organization has been run by volunteers
in the past, with some support provided by Minnetonka Community Education & Services
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• (MCES). There was just one league director for 55 teams. Now, with a change in leadership,
they are forming a board of directors for a different way of administering. Lindstrom introduced
softball representative, Chuck Horton.
Mr. Horton stated that the softball board is active and he wanted to inform the Commission that
there is now more than one person overseeing the adult softball organization. They are making
headway and trying to deal with a declining enrollment and they want to do what is right for
everybody. He said Adult Softball will not be using the fields as much as before, which may
open up space to another use (such as Little League).
Puzak stated that the Commission has a responsibility to balance limited resources with needs.
He added that youth Baseball has a growing program which could expand if it had more field
space. They have been good citizens in caring for the park facilities, and if we can provide for
their growth, Puzak said the City wants to do so. He also explained about diminishing fund
resources and the need of user fees.
Horton agreed with the need to collect user fees. He estimated that the adult league would utilize
2 of the 3 fields, and only on Monday, Thursday, and Friday evenings. They are down to 26
teams right now. Horton added that the girl's softball league may be interested in field space too.
Dallman asked if MCES should know those spots are available. Mr. Horton said MCES attends
their meetings and is aware of the league's scheduling needs.
Puzak suggested the idea of making temporary changes to adjust the field for youth baseball so
the field could be used by adult softball again in the future. Mr. Lindstrom said that Little
League would like to have the use of the adult fields, adding that changes to the field would not
be needed.
Mr. Horton also asked about Adult Softball's past and current user fees, saying there is some
question about the 1998 debt, which some thought had been paid. Arnst said someone will check
with the City's Finance Director. Mr. Horton also asked about this year's fee as they need to plan
a budget. Arnst explained that the City has notified the various sports groups of the needs. The
next step is to look individually at each organization's situation. The Commission will contact
adult softball to set up a time to visit about that.
Mr. Lindstrom thanked the Commission, adding that he feels it is a benefit for the two groups to
work together. He also expects that girl's softball will grow in next year or two.
Dallman asked if there is room for soccer to use the outfield area. Lindstrom said he feels it is a
conflict because of the damage to the field. Mr. Horton agreed, saying the City has beautiful
fields and soccer really damages the surface, especially on wet, rainy days.
A 5- minute break was called at 8:42 P.M.
• The meeting reconvened at 8:53 P.M.
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6• REPORT ON STATUS OF THE FREEMAN MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING AND •
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
Engineer Brown distributed drawings of the proposed multipurpose building and reviewed its
amenities and intended function. He explained that, due to increased supply and labor costs, the
estimated price is now at $378,000, about 150% of the original budgeted amount of $250,000.
The City Council has discussed the dilemma and they still have a goal to get restroom facilities at
Freeman Park. They also stated that they do not want the project to lose momentum.
WSB & Associates_, the City's consulting engineer has provided comparisons with other recently
built multipurpose buildings and our costs, at $226 per square foot, do compare to those. One
money -saver to consider is to exclude the overhead picnic structure at this time, which would cut
$52,000. It was pointed out that there is another picnic shelter at Freeman. The other item is to
remove the stainless steel sink in the concession stand, which would save $13,000. A much less
expensive sink would still work with the health code requirements.
Commissioner Themig arrived at 9:05 P.M.
Brown mentioned other possible corners to cut such as; delay construction of bituminous trail,
which would subtract $3,800, eliminate the cost of the meter at $4000, and look at the $4,500 for
heating/cooling system, which seemed high. Yet, even with these changes, it is still over budget.
Another suggestion is to reduce the building width by 5 feet, which leaves a space of 35 feet by
24 feet and saves an estimated $88,000. 0
There was discussion of the options for reducing the cost and increasing the budget figure to
bring the two numbers closer together. Puzak commented that the architect has a responsibility
to design within budget. Brown said he may get some results by going back to WSB and the
architect again with a review of the original budgeting limits.
Brown then directed attention to the current CIP, taking a look at what is financially feasible, and
reviewing the Park Project Schedule and Funding Source Summary. He explained some changes
(which depend on certain assumptions) to make the project work financially. The City Council
gave direction to get the cost down within budget and to keep the project on track, and
recommended approaching the Parks Foundation for support at their March 16 meeting.
Commissioner Puzak said we need to get creative, make concessions and compromises that are
palatable, and still build it. The next step is prioritization of cost- saving cuts. Brown said that
would help tremendously.
Puzak said if you take out the flatwork (square footage) and still have as many turning points, the
savings are not that great because the real expense is in details, not in square feet. Brown said
the savings would mostly be in trusses and roofing. There was further discussion about; putting
the bathroom piping on a common wall, the cost of glass block, and other options for the exterior
surface material. Brown will check into the price difference for cut -face rock. •
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is Commissioner Themig pointed out the durability issue for the exterior surface. He asked about
possible grants, saying this project may qualify for some funding. He also said that this is what a
building like this costs, citing an example he had just heard at an earlier meeting.
Puzak recommended to go back and negotiate with the architect to redesign (at no charge
because they missed the target) and ask for core features under $250,000. Square footage may be
a solution, but bathrooms, concession area and storage have to stay. Themig said he is not
comfortable putting all of the blame on the architect. We told them what we wanted and looked
at conceptual plans and they will say the building we asked for cannot be done for that amount.
Brown pointed out that they gave the architect constraints and can't fully blame them for the
resulting estimate. Themig agreed that this is pretty much the going rate for a building like this.
Commissioner Bix said if this is what the Commission wants, they need to borrow funds and do
some serious fundraising.
Brown said there are other vehicles (such as borrowing from the General Fund). This CIP does
not include creative funding mechanisms. Nor does it include revenue that may be possible, but
not guaranteed. Puzak agreed to only look at these predictable, known sources of revenue and
not to include soft sources, like fundraising, donations, etc.
Brown said if the building is constructed this year, it would require borrowing $100,000 or
$125,000 from the General Fund. It also means delaying other projects. There was discussion
about eliminating or delaying the Highway 7 access closure project.
Puzak said they can't take out bathrooms or concessions from the plan. The only opportunity is
to reduce square footage and exclude the picnic shelter area. Themig disagreed on the absolute
need for concessions. He sees that as optional, especially with the complications it brings.
Co -chair Arnst asked if all agree that they want this project to happen this year. All said yes.
Councilmember Zerby said, speaking for the Council, they would like to see this built this year as
well. Further delay raises questions of whether it is truly needed. Puzak said there is a need.
Bathrooms are a definite need. The picnic shelter area is not essential and could be a 2nd phase.
Artist asked if making the building 5 feet narrower will compromise the building's function.
Brown said if it buys a good amount in savings, we will do it. Arnst asked if others agree to
eliminate the $13,000 sink. All said yes. The final prioritization agreed upon by the
Commission was; (1) Eliminate the picnic shelter area, (2) Down -size the sink, (3) Reduce the
square footage if needed.
Themig also suggested that the roof -line be redesigned to one level and to look at less expensive
options for the granite countertops in the bathrooms. He also recommended that the building be
made smaller by getting rid of the bump -outs rather than narrowing it in out of the middle.
• Brown will take the Commission's changes to WSB as quickly as he can. There was discussion
about how to reconvene soon for a final decision. Though a formal motion is not required to
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bring the request to Council, the Commission agreed on the need to meet briefly for final review is
of the plan. Brown said he will try to arrange a meeting for this topic and thanked the
Commission for hearing all of this material again.
7. SET DATE TO SCHEDULE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING FOR VINE HILL
ROAD
Co -chair Arnst said a second meeting this month (on March 28) will be a work session to address
items not covered tonight and to brainstorm on raising additional revenue. There will be a public
information meeting from 7:00 P.M. to 7:30 P.M. to see plans for the Vine Hill/Covington trail
segment. Work session will go from 7:30 to 9:30 P.M.
8. DISCUSSION OF PARK COMMISSION GOALS FOR 2000
To be discussed in work session on March 28.
9. REVIEW PET POLICIES
To be discussed in work session on March 28. Policy recommendation will go to the next
regular meeting for approval.
10. RECOMMENDATION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR FOR 2000 0
Commissioner Themig respectfully declined nomination as Chair (which would have been the
natural order according to past procedure), explaining that he has increasing responsibilities at his
job, and the role of Chair is large, especially with the shortage of staff support at the present time.
Commissioner Berndt (as next in line) declined, citing a lack of experience as a Park
Commissioner.
Commissioner Puzak explained that he is interested because he enjoys it. However, his concern
is, by not following the policy of rotating chair, the future appointments become political and a
decision may eventually hurt someone's feelings. It should be avoided if possible. After further
discussion of the options,
Dallman moved, Berndt seconded that Pat Arnst serve as Park Commission Chair.
Dallman withdrew the motion.
Dallman moved that Pat Arnst serve as Park Commission Chair and Mark Themig serve as
Vice Chair. Puzak seconded and the motion passed 7/0.
11. CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULE OF PARK LIAISONS TO COUNCIL AND
PLANNING COMMISSION
The following City Council Liaison schedule was established for the year 2000:
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March 27 Themig
August
Young
April Dallman
September
Arnst
May Berndt
October
Themig
June Puzak
November
Berndt
July Bix
December
Puzak Alternate Dallman
The Planning Commission Liaison will be appointed on an as- needed basis.
12. APPOINTMENT OF
A PARK
COMMISSIONER TO THE LAND
CONSERVATION ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
Paula Berndt will continue as Park Commission Representative to the LC &EC.
13. APPOINTMENT OF A PARK COMMISSIONER TO THE PARKS
FOUNDATION
Howard Young was appointed as Park Commission Representative to the Parks Foundation.
14. REVIEW TO DO LIST
• Tabled.
15. OLD BUSINESS
There was none.
16. NEW BUSINESS
Brown announced the recent resignation of Finance Director, Al Rolek.
17. ADJOURNMENT
Puzak moved, Themig seconded to adjourn. Motion passed 7/0.
The meeting adjourned at 10:43 P.M.
Respectfully Submitted,
Connie Bastyr
Recording Secretary
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City of Shorewood
Athletic Association Park Use Policy (1/25/99 Draft)
Background Shorewood City park land has been acquired and park facilities
and improvements have been provided over the years by various
sources. The City itself, Athletic Associations to varying degrees,
civic organizations and many volunteers have helped make our
parks what they are today. Once installed, the facilities and
improvements become part of the park and assets of the City.
The athletic associations have provided quality organized sports
activities for the youth and adults of our community.
Purpose Recognizing the increased need for quality athletic facilities, the
Shorewood Park Commission has developed a policy to work more
effectively with athletic associations.
The purpose of this policy is to:
• Establish a basic park facility level.
• Discuss facility improvement funding options.
• Establish a process for requesting facility improvements.
• Establish ongoing funding sources to maintain parks and
facility improvements.
Basic Park Through general funds, the City will provide the following basic
Facilities park facilities in all parks:
•Park Property
•Feld /Play Space
•Play Equipment
*Rest Room Facilities (including portable units)
•Parking
*Trash Receptacles and Removal
The specialized athletic associations are responsible for
preparation of the fields (i.e. striping, placing and removing nets).
Facility Athletic facilities or special use facilities are considered above and
Improvements beyond basic park facilities. As the need for quality athletic facilities
is increasing, funding for facility improvements is decreasing in
Shorewood. Therefore, it is in the best interests of both the athletic
associations and the City to work cooperatively in addressing
facility improvements.
• When an association determines a need for a facility
improvement, the association must present the request to the City
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for consideration. Approval and implementation of the request is
greatly enhanced as the proportion of funding provided by non- •
City sources increases. A meritorious proposal with full outside
funding is likely to be implemented quickly, while the same
project requesting full or partial City funding must be considered
as part of the City's five -year Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
This consideration will involve evaluation of need verses other
projects waiting funding. If the improvement promotes safety,
the City may actively pursue the improvement.
In order to effectively evaluate projects requesting City funding,
the proposal should be submitted to the Park Commission during
the summer for consideration in the budgeting process.
All proposals* should include the following:
• A thorough description of the improvement.
• Maps or drawings.
• The demonstrated need.
• Estimated Costs.
• Possible 'funding.
• How the improvement will be completed (volunteers,
contracted work, etc.)
*City staff can assist in providing information (such as maps,
drawings, etc.) for the proposal.
If an improvement is approved and completed, the improvement
becomes the property of the City of Shorewood. If major repair
or replacement is needed, the association may provide funding or
work with the City in identifying the need and scheduling in the
five -year CIP.
Exclusive Use of Recognizing the community benefits of park land, Shorewood Parks
Improved are available on a "First Come, First Served" basis to the
Park Facilities community. However, athletic associations my request exclusive
use of improved park facilities. Requests for use are to be
submitted in January for consideration by the Park Commission.
Requests for use should include:
• Organization
• Requested facilities
• General days and times the facility(s) will be used
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Reservation In exchange for exclusive use, athletic associations will contribute
• Fee funding to operate these facilities by paying a reservation fee.
This fee will be dedicated to the park operation fund.
The fee is determined by:
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Cost for Providing Above Base Maintenance
Activit Facilities Used
Football Bad er Cost
Hockey Badger 11555
Cathcart
Tonka United Soccer
Little League
Minnetonka Adult Softball
Freeman Soccer Fields
Freeman Fields 1 -3
Manor Field
Cathcart Field
Freeman Fields 4 -6
Represents 1/2 of 21% of total costs for providing ice at
Badger and Cathcart. 21% is determined from 11
hours /week of reserved ice time from total available of
51.5 hours /week warming house services. Furthermore,
dividing this figure represents 1/2 costs directed toward
the recreational skating area and 1/2 costs toward hockey
area.
4 775
$8,223
12,648
Options for Recovering
Activity
Costs for Providin
Above Base Maintenance
Option 1
Option 2
Even Fee
Option 3
Full Fee Percentage of Cost
Football
Hockey
$ 3,500
(50 %)
$1
Tonka United Soccer
$ 3 , 500
3 500
775.50
1 835 17
9.50
Little a Lea
Minnetonka Adult Softball
$3, 500
4 775
$2,387 50_
$81 223
Total
3 500
17 500
l2 4 115.50
$6
$29,036 14,520.00
Items to consider:
• Billing should occur at time facility is reserved.
• In the event winter conditions do not permit full use of reserved ice, hockey would be refunded for amount not used.
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0 1999 "TO DO" LIST (GOALS)
• Multi- purpose building construction
=> Explore partnership with Senior Center /youth for operating concession stands
Consider nighttime lighting policy*
Consider liquor policies*
• First successful trail segment completed
• Explore Trail Collaboration with Greenwood and Excelsior
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*These issues, among others yet to be identified, need to be considered as a pro- active
measure. They may arise as a result of the completion of a multi- purpose, multi - season
facility that will invite more diverse use than the picnic shelter alone.
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Park Commission Meeting Follow -up
Checklist
Park booklet - Mark Themig volunteered to work on this. First draft will be prepared by 10 -1 -99 6/22/99
Consider a sign at Manor Park stating that this is where the first City Hall Pat Arnst will check with Mary Bensman 6/22/99
was located. on her interest in following up on project. Sept. mtg.
Pat talked with Mary & she is
interested in working on project (10-
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First successful trail segment completed
Multi- purpose building construction
• Explore partnership with Senior Center /youth for operating
concession stands
• Consider night time lighting policy*
• Consider liquor policies*
*These issues, among others yet to be identified, need to be considered as
a pro - active measure. They may arise as a result of the completion of a
multi - purpose, multi - season facility that will invite more diverse use than
the picnic shelter alone.
LB will work on different plans and bring
back to Park Commission (5- 25 -99). LB
will sch. on planning comm. mtg. for a
conditional use permit and public hearing
(6 -22 -99 mtg). City Council mtg.
8/23/99. Council passed proposal for
professional services from WSB (10 -12-
99). Jim Hurm & Mark Themig working
on a grant. 3.28.00 mtg. review CIP
1999 To Do List
1999 To Do List
Cathcart Park — Sign saying "No Parking on Grass" I LB will look into
Galpin Lake Rd Trail Staff will check on issues: county /street Sept/Oct
road; Chanhassen -loop from Murray to
Bracketts; Excelsior grant application not
successful - LB check into, heard
Excelsior may be doing something on
south side of 7 (10- 12 -99).
Freeman Park — Map for trail 5 -25 -99 Park Tour - Winter Project (10-
12 -99)
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1999 "To Do'
List
Action taken Mtg.
Done
Issues Date
Wayside Rest Area — Check on the walkway /trail from stop light to across
6 -8 -99 Park Tour — LB will look into the
the ditch
possibility
Silverwood Park — Fill in the holes around the blocks by the swing set area
6 -8 -99 Park Tour
Prepare project schedule and look at Smithtown segment and
LB will prepare a project schedule. LB is
CovingtonNine Hill trails (6 -8 -99 meeting)
ordering feasibility studies and ask to
authorize a survey at the July 26 City
Council meeting. Neighborhood mgt.
3/28/00 to review maps and answer
questions (3/14/00)
Smithtown West LRT — Look at keeping the trail on the south side of
LB will take another look at keeping trail
Smithtown west of the school and have a crossing at the school. Also, look
on south side. He will also look into
into extending the trail to the LRT for cost and obstacles, etc. (6 -8 -99 mtg)
extending the trail. Working on right of
way issues. Set date to meet with
residents regarding right -of -way
issues.(3 /14/00)
Yellowstone
Pending
2000
Manor Park and Badger Park — Aerator for pond. 6 -22 -99 mtg. Pat Arnst
6 -8 -99 Park Tour - Mark gave LB info
will do further research regarding clean up of ponds.
regarding aerators. This is a winter
project (10- 12 -99).
Wayside Rest Area — Seal the well
6 -8 -99 Park Tour - LB check into putting
well back into operation (10- 12 -99).
Mill St.
Check on issues — County Rd, connection
Sept /Oct
with LRT- LB checking with County,
heard they may be upgrading Mill St.
(10- 12 -99).
Wayside Rest Area — Look at property as a possible skate park
6 -8 -99 Park Tour Working on grant and
fundraising options. DanP. Brad, Scott
Z. mtg. W/Mayor (3/13/00)
Wayside Rest Area - Improve the barrier along Highway 7 /parking area
6 -8 -99 Park Tour - Referred to LB
Smithtown /E of LRT
Not this year (1999)
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