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031400 PK AgPCITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD . PARK COMMISSION MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS TUESDAY, MARCH 14, 2000 7:30 P.M. - AGENDA" 1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING A. Roll Call and Introduction of New Members Berndt Arnst Themig Puzak Dailman Lynch Bix Youn B. Review Agenda 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of January 11, 2000 (Att.42A Draft Minutes) 3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR 4. REPORTS A. Report on City Council Meetings of January 24, February 14 and February 28 B. Update on Smithtown Right -of -Way Issues (Larry Brown) C. Update on Grant Applications D. Update on Application for Variance for Little League Dug Out on Field 3 E. Report on Park Foundation Meeting February 10, 2000 F. Report on LRT Trail Walk February 12, 2000 5. DISCUSSION ON JANUARY 31 JOINT MEETING WITH SPORTS ORGANIZATIONS (Att.45 Summary of Meeting) • , Follow -up With Adult Softball • Next Step With Individual Organizations 6. SET DATE TO SCHEDULE NEIGHBORHOOD MEETING FOR VINEHILL ROAD 7. DISCUSSION OF PARK COMMISSION GOALS FOR 2400 (Att.47 1999 Goals) 8. REVIEW PET POLICIES(Att. #8) • Recommended action to Council 9. RECOMMENDATION OF CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR FOR 2000 7 • • PARK COMMISSION AGENDA PAGE 2 OF 2 10. CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULE OF PARK LIAISONS TO COUNCIL AND PLANNING COMMISSION • Dan Puzak- Planning Commission 11. APPOINTMENT OF A PARK COMMISSIONER TO THE LAND CONSERVATION ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE • Paula Berndt 12. APPOINTMENT OF A PARK COMMISSIONER TO THE PARK FOUNDATION 13. REVIEW TO DO LIST(Att. -#13) 14. OLD BUSINESS 15. NEW BUSINESS 16. ADJOURNMENT Council Liaison: February March CITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD t PARK COMMISSION COUNCIL CHAMBERS TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2000 7:30 P.M. MINUTES 1. CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING V. i A& It I Co -chair Arnst called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. A. Roll Call Present: Co- chairs Dallman and Arnst; Commissioners Puzak, Themig and Berndt; City Engineer Larry Brown; Councilmember Scott Zerby B. Review Agenda City Engineer Brown asked to include a discussion of the trail portion of the Comprehensive Plan, which is at the request of City Council. It will be added as item #5. • Co -chair Amst asked to add an item to discuss the problem of dog waste in parks and on trails. It will be brought up under Old Business ( #9). Commissioner Berndt asked that report 4A, Review Recycling Scenarios, be put on hold until further information is available. 4A was replaced by a new item — Commissioner Themig's report on the City Council meeting of 01 /10 /00. Puzak moved and Dallman seconded to approve the Agenda as amended. Motion passed 510. 2. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES A. Park Commission Meeting Minutes of December 14,1999 Puzak moved and Dallman seconded to approve the Minutes as presented. Motion passed 510. 3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR There were none. • B Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 2 4. REPORTS A. Report on City Council Meeting f January 1 g J y 0, 2000 Commissioner Themig reported that there was discussion about the role of the Shorewood Parks Foundation and the City Council would like to set up a joint session with the Park Commission and Foundation to review the current status and how to move forward. The Council will discuss this further at their January 24 meeting and set a date in February for the joint meeting. There was not a resolution to move the Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association (MRPA) membership forward. The Council would like additional information at their next meeting and a resolution authorizing staff. Themig will provide the further information to staff for preparation of that meeting. Councilmember Zerby explained that there was a question about the specific value to the Park Commission and the City. Arnst replied that one value is that of development for Park Commissioners. Zerby agreed, saying that others have questions. Themig said the Council also asked for an update from the Parks Foundation on progress and future plans. Specifically, there were questions about the development of their promotional brochures. Themig said he did not have all the answers, but those will be covered at the joint session in February. B. Report on Park Foundation Meeting of December 9, 1999 Commissioner Dallman said there was no official meeting, due to lack of a quorum. Financial Planners were invited to show how to approach benefactors in setting up a living trust as a way to donate to parks. The Foundation will try to incorporate that information in a visitation plan when meeting people about donations. Dallman said he is also not sure of outcome of the brochure. Engineer Brown explained that the City has asked an architect to put a rendering together of the park shelter building to incorporate in a flyer which staff has been creating. Dallman added that none have been printed and the Foundation is delaying their meeting until they are ready'with the material. Themig asked if it is the Park Commission Liaison's role to run the Foundation, or is there someone in the community to step up to the plate? Dallman explained that he was Chair from the beginning because of his role with the American Legion Post. Themig asked if someone else could be appointed to lead the Foundation and not have other Commission responsibilities, etc. Dallman said there may be one or two individuals currently serving on the Foundation who could be considered. No one has come forward on their own. • Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 3 C. Grant Application Possibilities Commissioner Themi explained that Jim Hurm is working on some special projects g p g p p � cts for the City, including grant applications. They met last week, and based on discussion at the December Park Commission meeting regarding a Smithtown trail, Mr. Hurm will work on the Gideon Glen grant (along with the Land Conservation / Environment Committee) and on a grant for the Freeman park building. They also talked briefly about the skate park, but may need some clarification on whether to pursue that one. Puzak stated that he doesn't see why it should not be attempted. Themig explained that it falls under the same grant as the Freeman building grant and he is not sure if it could be detrimental to do both. Puzak said that they do not have all the money yet for the skate park. About half of it is pledged and there has been some verbal discussion with the Excelsior Area Chamber of Commerce that they will raise a significant amount. He has not seen the Chamber come forward however, and recommends exploring alternative sources for funds. Themig agreed and said the first step in the grant application process is simply a letter of interest, which doesn't require official action. There was further discussion. Puzak moved that the City of Shorewood submit a grant application to the DNR (Department of Natural Resources) and other funding agencies to help us raise money to complete the skate park. Themig seconded and the motion passed 510. Themig said that the other grant in question is for a trail along the western portion of Smithtown Road. As of now, based on the Commission's discussion in December, they are not submitting a grant. One reason is that they are waiting for the right -of -way final In report. Plus, it is a matching grant so the City would need to come up with additional funds to qualify. Brown provided an update. They have the attorney's opinion as to Smithtown Road rights -of -way and had hoped to find early documentation to prove the City's case. What they found came close, but not quite. Council proposed a report and graphic to show the status of Smithtown, which will hopefully bring a conclusion to the question of rights -of- way. Brown noted that there is a substantial amount of work involved and it will be a very long and arduous process to determine and obtain rights -of -way. Co -chair Arnst asked if it is realistic for the Commission to continue movement forward. Brown said that it's undesirable to stall out and forget about it, yet realistically it will require other funding. The City will keep working on Smithtown matters as they have other issues such as road reconstruction itself. Arnst asked for an approximate time frame. Brown said that road reconstruction is actually slated to 2002. They may look at alternatives to State -aid construction. is Councilmember Zerby asked if the rights -of -way study helps with the possible idea of a Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 4 bike lane. Brown said it will make clear to us where the larger obstacles lie, adding that right -of -way is defined to be to the edge of the shoulder or bottom of the ditch. Themig asked for an approximate percentage of places on the western portion of Smithtown where there are issues. Brown said he did not have even a guess without looking back at the information. Anrst asked if this can go back on the February agenda with further information after the Council discusses it at their January 24 meeting. Brown said yes. Themig added that the Commission has a responsibility to respond to Smithtown residents as to why the process has stalled and to show where right -of -way issues are involved. Commissioner Berndt asked if a majority of those with right of way property are among the people who are opposed to a trail or is that known? She asked if they have been approached as to their opinion. Brown said all of the above, adding that on the west portion, the Commission heard the most recent and best feedback during a trial walk. Arnst suggested holding a neighborhood meeting. Puzak suggested starting with the western portion where the process may be easier, but only if we are prepared that half of Smithtown may be all we do for perhaps an additional 5 years. He also asked if this should be led by the Commission or City Council because it's financially and politically intensive. He said he is willing to do it, but needs to know what we are up against. • Brown said that, either way, it is logical to look at Smithtown in two segments. On the easterly portion it may be logical to do something with a future roadway project. If the westerly trail is done by then, it may make a trail more palatable to the east. From a cost and manageability standpoint, it also makes sense. Berndt brought up the fact of the school and safety concerns, which make it an ideal place to begin, instead of waiting for both halves to be ready. Co -chair Dallman suggested approaching some property owners for a voluntary grant of their right -of -way. Once we know which ones we need, we can put the word out in a graphic display. Dallman said he would like to move forward on a west side segment. Brown also suggested they can wait and save through the C.I.P. and allocate dollars toward it each year. Themig said they could bring this back at the February meeting to decide on an approach and recommendation once we have graphics and further information. Others agreed. Themig added that this is a big picture issue and City Council needs to give direction on what they would like and on their thoughts. Dallman also agreed that it is up the City Council at that point. Puzak stated that it is the Park Commission's charter because it is a trail. We can lead the way and identify issues, and present data to the Council, saying it is a winning Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 5 proposition and these are the facts. When you are done you will have a trail that • completes this part of the master plan. We can do in a non - destructive, non - disturbing way. Let's take responsibility to lead to a win -win solution. Councilmember Zerby said that he thinks the majority of the City Council is in favor of a trail, but like the municipal water issue, they won't force it on those opposed. He told the Commission they have done a great job on the Vine Hill trail process and the Council is looking to them to continue. Themig recommended to contact people in February who have communicated to the Commission about a trail. Arnst stated to put the matter on the February agenda for a full report from City Engineer Brown and to discuss our next steps and how we will communicate to residents. Puzak added that they need to communicate to neighbors and to have another walk because of new information. They also should let residents know about the possibilities of State -aid funding, which is a fork in the road that must be faced and presented to the community. 5. DISCUSSION ABOUT THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN DOCUMENT Engineer Brown distributed a copy of Planning Director Nielsen's memo to the City Council, suggesting new language for the Comprehensive Plan document and labeling for . the map trail segments. He explained that this is the only remaining hold -up to the acceptance of the Comprehensive Plan. Commissioner Themig added that there was discussion at the council meeting about how to present information on the concept map to indicate that there are segments that have been looked at, but for the time being there is not a need for a trial. The Council asked for 3 or 4 designations, such as: completed, under development, to be studied, and previously studied — deemed unplanned. Brown pointed out that Mr. Nielsen's memo suggested 4 designations and is asking that the Commission identify and prioritize segments around those labels, if verbiage is acceptable. Themig stated that he would like to simplify the wording. Zerby said the debate was over segments where there is strong public opposition and whether to leave it on the map. He defended the plan to include the map as a tool to show studies that have been done and potential sites. The Council compromised that the map reflects trails have been studied and then opposed. Themig said it might be beneficial to indicate if segments have been studied and not desired, rather than to remove those from the map entirely. Puzak pointed out that the island was looked at and those residents asked the City to help clear brush and open a walkway. It is a success, in that the City followed through and got • i Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 6 the citizens what they want. How do you state that on a map, since it was a very different solution? There was further discussion about labels for the map segments and possible review cycles for reconsideration of the various segments. Brown asked for clarification on trails for the islands and if there is still a consensus of no trial. Puzak agreed, saying it is a matter of policing the weeds every 6 months and reviewing the status every 5 years. With regard to the Smithtown west segment, Puzak labeled it as "Neighbors desire, Commission and Council have right -of -way and financial issues to be resolved." Conversation turned to how much detail is required for the map and the Comp Plan document. Other suggestions were made for a labeling system. Brown reminded the Commission a lot has gone into Comprehensive Plan, including a thorough review by the Park Commission. It is a big picture document, which envelopes philosophies and takes a life of its own and lives and is reviewed periodically. Arnst stated that the bottom line is a problem with Grant Lorenz / Howard's Point Road. Zerby agreed that the residents have wanted it taken off the map and the Council wants some way to indicate that opposition if it stays as a line on the map. Puzak said it should be shown as "Consensus No Trail." Brown asked about other segments that have been walked. They were designated as follows: • Vine Hill / Covington —Well Received and in Design • Smithtown West —Well Received • Smithtown East —No Comment (Have not followed our process.) Brown asked if the Commission is comfortable with the text addition on page 2 of the memorandum (as shown in italics). Themig suggested to add a similar comment after item #3, such as "where resident consensus supports trail development." The Commission agreed to that addition. and asked to then delete the italics suggested after item #5 on the draft. Themig moved that the Park Commission recommend to Council the changes in the Comprehensive Plan as noted and amending the Trail Concept Plan with the designations discussed. Puzak seconded and the motion passed 510. 6. PREPARATION FOR JANUARY 31 SPORTS ORGANIZATION MEETING Co -chair Arnst reported that she has talked with Park Planner, Mark Koegler and he will provide an outline format based on discussion at the last Park Commission meeting for use at the January 31 meeting (which will begin at 7:30 p.m.). Commissioner Berndt said she will not be present at the January 31 meeting. The co- chairs will make follow -up phone calls to encourage the sports representatives to attend. Themig asked what kind of information is being prepared for the meeting. Puzak said the data of park costs which was prepared by Larry Brown is a crucial piece and needs to be • ti Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 7 presented well. He added that he is comfortable with the way Brown presented it in the • past. Brown noted that Mark Koegler will have some suggestions to make it more clear and understandable and they will look at it together before the final presentation. Brown agreed to create it in a Power Point format and to lead that discussion. 7. SCHEDULE DATE AND NOTIFICATION PROCESS FOR WINTER TRAIL WALK The Commission considered delaying a walk along the LRT trail until there is more snow. Commissioner Berndt commented that the LRT has been groomed beautifully and is very pleasant to walk on. Arnst added that there has been a lot of use at night, including many bicycles. A walk was set for 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 12. City Council will also be invited to attend. They will start at Cathcart Drive and walk toward the east to County Road 19 (E.T.A. of 10:00 a.m.). Cookies and hot cider will be carried in a wagon to share with trail users and neighbors. If the temperature is below zero, the walk will be delayed until the 19 of February. An announcement will go in the February issue of the Shore Report, encouraging residents to walk along, meet the Park Commissioners, and talk about park and trial issues. The Council has been invited to join them and will be interested in discussing community issues. The purpose is to discuss and look at things such as winter use. 8. RECOMMENDATION FOR GARDENS 2000 Co -chair Arnst said that she hopes the Commission will again support a plan for gardens around the park entrance signs again this year, reminding them that there are 7 locations and each was budgeted $50 for supplies. Themig suggested the idea of identifying a theme and will think of some ideas. It was agreed that there is support for the plan and there is no need for a motion An article will be included in the March issue of the City newsletter to promote the Adopt -a- Garden program. 9. OLD BUSINESS Commissioner Arnst reported that she was in Freeman Park and counted a dozen piles of dog waste in the area where she walked. She feels it is embarrassing and unhealthy and wants to discuss possible actions that can reduce or remedy the problem. Arnst observed that the mutt mitts are being used and the dispenser is not being vandalized. Themig asked what kind of use is allowed. Brown said that dogs can be off leash if they are under their owner's control. Themig suggested to look at the ordinance that allows • It Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 8 dogs to be off leash. If the dog is under greater control, the owner may feel a greater sense of responsibility. • Arnst asked about enforcement. Brown said, from a practical standpoint officers are busy with other things. Themig said that self - policing can be successful if a warning is posted of the consequences of disregarding City policy of cleaning up after dogs. Brown agreed, saying that Charlie is out in the parks early in the morning and people who bring dogs out for exercise are the repeat offenders. Even when asked, once the threat is gone, they are back out there with the same problem. Themig commented that people are using the park as an off -leash pet exercise area and it is not. Berndt noted that there is a sign at the park which states people are to pick up after and leash their dog. Arnst suggested to start with a newsletter article that is more direct. Berndt referred to her own experience, stating that a dog owner can be cited if their dog defecates and the owner does not pick up after it. Puzak urged to lead with education and by asking for people's cooperation. It has been done and should be reiterated —then reinforce. He said he will always argue for good people who do the right thing and wouldn't want them to be required to leash their dogs unless we are at some breaking point. Arnst said she is troubled that we have an ordinance we are not prepared to enforce. Berndt said she is surprised they are allowed off leash because the sign indicates they have to be on leash. Brown explained that it asks people to leash their dogs, but not that it is mandatory, adding that he hears about it almost daily from Public Works. Puzak suggested to do a reminder and provide the mutt mitts. He does not want to restrict dogs from parks. If it is a health issue, we should communicate that openly and honestly. Themig asked where the signs are posted and asked if more should be added. Brown gave a quick inventory and asked they not add to that because signs are clearly marked already and are expensive to purchase. Themig said to encourage self - enforcement. Puzak suggested they follow the trail walk process in parks and invite neighbors to meet with the Commission and have conversations face -to -face. The improvement will take a couple of years, but it's a community process. Other approaches were considered and it was agreed there is a need to be more assertive on this issue. There was some discussion about wording and approach with a newsletter article. Brown suggested stating that the privilege to have dogs in park could be jeopardized. Amst said to keep the topic alive. In other Old Business, Themig stated that he is still hoping to write a brochure on Park History and would like help from staff. Brown suggested he contact Dan Randall. 0 Park Commission January 11, 2000 — Page 9 Arnst reported that a letter was sent to horse owners asking for cooperation when using • the LRT trail. The mailing did not include one horse owner who lives at Cathcart Road and the LRT because it is a Chanhassen residence. She would recommend that the same letter go to them. Berndt asked if the letter stated that parks are off - limits to horses. Arnst said no. 10. NEW BUSINESS Commissioner Themig asked for an update on staff changes. City Engineer Brown explained current vacancies and the new job descriptions approved by Council. Co -chair Arnst encouraged each Commissioner to think about goals for the new year and stated that this was the last meeting as Chairs for Mr. Dallman and herself. The Council is hoping to have a visioning meeting at the end of February along with both Commissions and the office staff. The issue of Park Commission goals will be on the agenda for the February Commission meeting. The Commission was reminded that they will also select a new Chair in February and will need to have four members present for a quorum. 11. ADJOURNMENT Puzak moved, Arnst seconded to adjourn. Motion passed 510. The meeting adjourned at 9:35 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Connie Bastyr Recording Secretary • • 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 g 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. C] #5 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 • *These issues, among others yet to be identified, need to be considered as a P ro- 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. 4/9/99 data/parks/Commission/Parks To Do 99 • �7 Mutt Mitts F or those who do not already take care of their pets' droppings, this may seem strange. There are a few options. Perhaps the most simple is with the use of a plastic bag. Slip the bag on your hand like a mitten, pick up the "pile" and turn the bag off of your hand, leaving the contents in an inside -out bag. (It helps to avoid inhaling until the bag is sealed.) If that's just a little too "handy" for you, there are the commercial "pooper scoopers" with a long handle to distance the user from the animal waste. Deposit animal l*ces (in a sealed bag) in a trash recepticle. Whatever inethod is chosen, the paint is that if you have a clog in your custody someplace ether than your own.. property, you will need to also have with you a device to pick up their droppings„ Note: The City maintains a Mutt Mitt" dispenser along the LRT trail near the Eureka Road intersection and one at Freeman Park. ENFORCEMENT Most pet owners will comply out of common courtesy and the knowledge that there is an official policy for Shorewood. The South Lake Minnetonka Public Safety Department and the Shorewood Animal Control Department Arq appointed by the City Council as enforcing agents to use their discretion. The code reads: It shall be the policy of the enforcing agent to provide first time offenders of this policy, a verbal warning. Repeat violators or blatant offenses may constitute the issuance of a citation, associated fine to be determined by the court.99 KEEP IN MIND ... The City of Shorewood is among a declining number of municipalities which still allow dogs in city parks. The City recognizes the benefits of a walk in the park for dogs and their humans and would like to continue an open park policy for pets. It is hoped that by addressing the growing problem of dog waste in parks and along trails, Shorewood will not have to resort to W re restrictive approach. is in Effect for Shorewood he Shorewood City Council passed an ordinance in April, 1998 ANLI which establishes a policy affecting domestic animals on public property or the property of another. More specifically, it affects the owners of domestic animals. The human population, out of a sense of civic responsibility, will now need to adjust their habits to make Shorewood a cleaner and more pleasant place to live and play. The change that is required has to do with the proper disposal of waste from domestic pets. The policy states, The owner of any domestic animal or any person having control or custody of any animal shall be responsible for cleaning up any feces of the animal and disposing of e1_10h fAr-Ae in n 11anitorc7 morinor 4)1 0 o- o' CD 4� N 1 tb • • • 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- 12 -99) First successful trail segment completed 1999 To Do List Multi- purpose building construction LB will work on different plans and bring 1999 To Do List • Explore partnership with Senior Center /youth for operating back to Park Commission (5- 25 -99). LB will sch. on planning comm. mtg. for a concession stands conditional use permit and public hearing • Consider night time lighting policy* (6 -22 -99 mtg). City Council mtg. • Consider liquor policies* 8/23/99. Council passed proposal for professional services from WSB (10-12 - *These issues, among others yet to be identified, need to be considered as 99). Jim Hurm & Mark Themig a pro - active measure. They may arise as a result of the completion of a working on a grant. multi- purpose, multi- season facility that will invite more diverse use than the picnic shelter alone. Cathcart Park — Sign saying "No Parking on Grass" 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) Page 2 Park Commission Meeting of 11/09/99 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. 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. 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 Wayside Rcst 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) Re- evaluate winter use on LRT Trail walk 2 -12 -00 Jan 2000 Pet Exercise/Training Areas Designated areas are available by special permit for training and exercising pets at Elm Creek and Crow Hassan Park Reserves and Lake Sarah Regional Park. These are the only areas in Hennepin Parks where pets may be off leash. Dogs must be under control at all times, and no more than two pets per handler will be allowed in the area at any given time. Special Use Permits are issued by Park Guest Services staff, 559 -9000. There is a fee of $25 per year, which covers the permit holder and immediate family mem- bers residing in the same household who are listed on the permit as dog handlers. The permit is valid for 12 months from the date of issue at all three exercise areas. Permit holders are subject to Hennepin Parks Ordinances and the rules and conditions for pet exer- cise /training areas, and a current annual Park Patron Pass is required. Dogsledding and Skijoring Several trails are available during the winter months for dogsledding and skijoring, primarily on portions of snowmobile trails. These activities are allowed only on the designated trails during specified hours, and a Special Use Permit is required. Trails are located at Baker, Crow - Hassan, Elm Creek, and Murphy- Hanre- han Park Reserves, and the North Hennepin Trail Corridor. " For more information, call , the Reservations office at 559 -6700. Please remember .. HENNEPINPARKS • Pets should not be left ' unattended in campgrounds 12615 County Road 9 and other park areas; it can be unsafe for the pet Plymouth, MN and inconsiderate of other park users. 55441 -1299 Telephone (612) 559 -9000 Telephone Device for the Deaf (612) 559 -6719 Website: www.hennepinparks.org %j %J Printed April, 1999 • All pets need plenty of fresh water. Don't forget that temperatures can get dangerously hot inside a closed car in warm weather. • Make sure your pet's rabies vaccination is current. An identification tag is recommended. Pets in HENNEPIN PARKS HENNEPINPARKS �Aw refs are permitted in designated areas only Pets are not allowed in picnic or beach areas, creative play areas, buildings, or on nature center trails or paved bike -hike trails. Pets are permitted in campgrounds and primitive group camp sites, and on designated turf trails in regional parks, park reserves, the Southwest Regional LRT Trail Corridors, and the North Hennepin Trail Corridor. Locations of designated pet trails are listed elsewhere in this brochure. Off -leash pet exercise /training areas are available by special permit (fee: $25 /year) at Crow - Hassan Park Reserve, Elm Creek Park Reserve, and Lake Sarah Regional Park. These are the only areas in Hennepin Parks where pets may be off leash. A Special Use Permit and an annual Park Patron permit are required, and pets must be under the owner's control. Call 559- 9000 for more information. For safety reasons, pets are not allowed on ski trails during cross - country ski season. For locations of des- ignated winter walking and pet trails, call 559 -9000. Designated Pet Trails Pets must be leashed on these trails. Pet trails are closed during cross - country ski season unless marked ,otherwise Baker Park Reserve - 6.2 miles. Part of turf horse- French Regional Park - 4 miles. Turf trails.- Access back trail. Access from County Road 19/29 parking from main parking lot. lot, and across from the main park entrance. Hyland Lake Park Reserve - 2.5 miles. Turf trail. Bryant Lake Regional Park - 1 mile. Turf trail. Access from parking area near Visitor Center. Carver Park Reserve - 3 miles. Part of turf horse- Lake Minnetonka Regional Park - 1/3 mile. Turf trail through maple woods. back trail. Access from horse trail parking lot off County Road 11. Lake Rebecca Park Reserve - 9 miles. Turf horse- back trails and East Lake Rebecca Road. Access from Cleary Lake Regional Park - 1.3 miles. Wood -chip main parking lot or .horse trailer parking lot. nature trail. Access from Visitor Center. Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park - 2.5 miles on Cottonwood hiking trail. Flat turf trail. Access from West Visitor Center parking lot. Crow - Hassan Park Reserve 9 miles, shared with turf horseback trail. Access from trailhead. Elm Creek Park Reserve - 5.5 miles. Turf and gravel roadway. Access from Visitor Center. Fish Lake Regional Park - 2 miles. Hilly turf trails. Access from Glacial Ridge parking lot. North Hennepin Trail Corridor - 5.6 miles. Follows turf horseback trail. Access from Elm Creek Park Reserve, Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, and other locations along trail (Distance is 7.2 miles from Elm Creek Visitor Center to West Coon Rapids Dam Visitor Center.) Murphy- Hanrehan Park Reserve - 3 miles. Part of turf horse trail Access from horse trailer parking lot on Sunset Lake Road. Southwest Regional LRT Trail Corridors - 15 miles (Hopkins to Victoria) and 11 miles (Hopkins to Chanhassen). Crushed limestone surface. Access from parking lots at ends of trails. Park Rules for Pets In order to ensure the enjoyment of other park visitors in campgrounds and on designated pet trails, we ask that pet owners follow these park rules: • Pets must be on a leash not more than 6 feet long. ♦ Pets must not be tethered to any tree, plant, • Pet owners must carry and use an appropriate 1' building or park equipment. device for cleaning up pet feces and disposing of ♦ Pets must not be allowed to disturb, harass or feces in a sanitary manner. interfere with any other park visitor. Your compliance with these rules will help ensure your pet's future welcome and the respect of fellow park guests. If you have any questions, please call Hennepin Parks Headquarters, 559 -9000. 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