020999 PK AgPCITY OF SHOREWOOD 5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING COUNCIL CHAMBERS
TUESDAY, ''FEBRUARY 9, 1999 7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
1.
CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
A. Roll Call
Colopoulos
Puzak
Bensman
Da11man
Arnst
Themig
Cochran
B. Review Agenda
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Park Commission Minutes of January 13, 1999 (Att. -#2 Draft Minutes)
3.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
Report From Little League Representatives
4.
TRAIL REVIEW -MARK KOEGLER
A. Review Format for February 23 Meeting (Att.44A)
B. Review Handouts/Exhibits for February 23 Meeting
C. Review Roll of Park Commission
D. Consider Targeted Mailings
E. Consider aTime Line for 1999 Trail Planning Process (Att.44E) (Hurm)
F. Update on Funds Allocated for Park Planner (Att.44F) (Harm)
G. Other Issues
5.
DISCUSS DESIGN CONCEPT OF FREEMAN PARK MULTI -
PURPOSE BUILDING - LARRY BROWN
Action: A. Review Revisions to Drawing and Cost Estimates
B. Discussion/Questions
C. Develop Time Line
D. Next Steps
6.
REVIEW ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION POLICIES (DRAFT) AND FEE
FORMULAS
Action: A. Finalize Policies (Att.4%A)
B. Decide on Funding Formula (Att.46B)
C. Set Date/Format for Session With Sports Organizations
7.
REVIEW 1999 "TO DO" LIST (Att. - #7)
Action: A. Make Additions/Deletions
B. Develop Schedule
PARK COMMISSION AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1999
PAGE 2 OF 2
8. REVIEW PARK DEDICATION FEE (Att. - #8)
Action: A. Recommendation to the City Council
9 REPORT ON LETTER TO COUNCIL REGARDING WAGNER
PROPERTY (Att. -#9)
10. OTHER BUSINESS
I1 NEW BUSINESS
Establish Next Months Agenda (Att. -#11)
12. ADJOURNMENT
Council Liaison:
Feb. Themig
Mar. - Colopoulos
CITY OF SHOREWOOD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 13, 1999
MINUTES
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:30 P.M.
1. CONVENE PARK COMMIS S ION MEETING
Commissioner Dallman called the meeting to order at 7:30 p. m
A. Roll Call
Present: Commissioners, Dallman, Arnst, Colopoulos, Themig, and Cochran
Commissioner Bensman (arrived 7:35 p.m.)
Administrator Jim Hurm; Park Planner, Mark Koegler
Absent: Chair Puzak; Council Liaison Scott Zerby
moo-
.-.
B. Review Agenda
Administrator Hum asked that item #6 be puffed from the agenda and said that item #5 will be only a
brief report. The Commission agreed to those changes.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Park Commission Mnutes of November 24, 1998
Commissioner Dallman pointed out that the header date on pages 2 through 6 was incorrect. The
change will be made to November 10, 1998.
Commissioner Colopoulos asked for clarification of list item #7 on page 5. It will be changed to
say: "We have yet to consider the islands ".
Themig moved, Colopoulos seconded, to accept the minutes as amended. The
motion passed unanimously.
B. Park Commission Mnutes of December 8, 1998
Arnst moved, Themig seconded, to accept the minutes as presented. The motion
passed 510 with Colopoulos abstaining.
3. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
Administrator Humi explained that Council Liaison Scott Zerby could not make the meeting. He then
reported about the request from the South Lake Nfmnetonka Public Safety Department ( SLMPSD) for
$500 to help fund the purchase of a snowmobile. Hurm reminded the Commissioners about a
previous request for snowmobile funding where the Park Commission suggested that the SLMPSD
look into other funding options. Some money was made available, but there was still a shortage and
SLMPSD has now approached each of the four Cities they serve to make up the balance.
The City Council has asked that the Police Chief, Bryan Litsey, attend their next meeting to further
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explain the request. The Council has also directed the Park Commission to stay active on this issue
and make a recommendation back to them. It was agreed that Hurm will invite the newly appointed
Police Chief to attend the next Park Commission meeting as well.
4. TRAIL REVIEW
Park Planner Koegler explained that the first couple of items are carryovers from previous meetings
which need some final approval. Modifications have been made to the evaluation form and line items
were added regarding goals and objectives.
A. Approve Trail Site Evaluation Form
Commissioner Themig asked if a follow -up question should be provided for a "No" response to
question B. Bensman agreed that it would be good to have documentation as to why any certain trail
segment was not developed. Koegler will add aline or two to allow for further explanation of a "why
not" response.
Themig also asked how a segment is defined. Would it be block to block or from point "A" to point
"B ", for example? Koegler replied that it would be identified from some origin point to some
terminus.
Administrator Hurm suggested that staff be removed from the final section which shows approval,
rejection and date of action. Themig added that the approval (or non - approval) will be shown in the •
CIP. Koegler suggested that the last section be replaced with a space to record what action, if any,
was taken with reference to the trail segment under consideration. Themig added that the word,
"rejected" sounds too strong. Dalhnan asked Koegler to make changes to the bottom section
accordingly. Colopoulos noted that everything above the dotted line is data, except for question "B"
which calls for an evaluation. Hurm suggested that the final part could simply state the Park
Commission Recommendation and Date, plus Council Action with Date.
Themig asked about a rating system for prioritizing. It was agreed that discussion sessions are the
appropriate place to prioritize Colopoulos added that this form authenticates the development of a
particular segment without requiring immediate construction of it. Koegler pointed out that the revised
form can still be adjusted. It serves as a working model.
Bensman asked if the School District should be included in part "F ", Administration Review. Hurm
stated that they may not want to be obligated to attend meetings, but he will ask the Transportation
Director, since they could offer some details that would be helpful to the process and to their own
needs. Themig asked about the role of utilities such as NSP and Minnegasco who are also included in
part ' F." Koegler explained that they may be able to flag major hurdles.
Part "I" was also discussed. It was agreed that it indicates prioritization, which maybe premature to
include at this point. It will be scratched There were no other comments.
B. Approve Goals, Objectives and Policies
Koegler explained that the current draft is a carryover with language changes as previously discussed.
The order of items has also been adjusted according to prior meeting outcomes. Dalhnan asked if it •
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was agreeable to everyone that these points do accurately state the goals, objectives and policies.
Themig moved that the Park Commission adopt the Trail Planning Goals, Objectives
and Policies as presented. Cochran seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
C. Complete Trail Concept Map -With Identified Alignments
Koegler prefaced the map - drawing session by stating that the first step is to finish the designation of
any more potential sites. They will then step back and select the four or five segments that make the
most sense. This is part of the preparation for the first public meeting. Colopoulos reiterated that
these sites are `potential" rather than "planned" trail segments.
The segments that were added to the map as potential sites were:
Smithtown Road from Eureka Road, west to the Victoria border (linking m Victoria's trail system)
Howard's Point Road from Smithtown to Edgewood
Cathcart Road from Smithtown to the LRT Trail
Vine Hill Road
Covington Road from Vine Hill Road to Silverwood Park
St. Albans Bay Road from Minnetonka Blvd. to Manor Park
Mill Street from the Chanhassen border (linking to their trail system) to Excelsior
• Some comments made in discussion:
Koegler commented that when this map is compared with the old Trail Plan of 1992, there are many
of the same segments and there are some segments which are not common to both. He also reiterated
that the Park Commission is identifying some areas to walk for just a starting point These are not
sited as trails to be built, but trails to evaluate in the spring.
Bensman and Colopoulos noted that the interest for a trait in the west part of Shorewood is high
making it very practical to include on the map. It may even serve as a model for future development
of trails.
Themig asked if the next draft of the map could be less cluttered and adjacent cities be drawn with
shading to distinguish the boundaries of Shorewood for ease of reading at the community open
house. Also, could we add an estimated completion date to the various segments?
The Park Commission should not be timid in identifying potential segments. A little "dissension" will
encourage response from the community and greater attendance at the open house.
Some points of interest discussed were Crescent Beach and downtown Excelsior.
Arnst asked if a partnership with the City of Minnetonka could be considered for the Vine Hill trail
segment. It was agreed that Vine HiIl Road is very hilly and dangerous and therefore warrants atrail
on both sides of the street.
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D. Identify Priority Alignments
The following poential trail sites were selected as priority alignments:
Smithtown Road from Eureka Road, west to the Victoria border (linking to their trail system)
Howard's Point Road from Smithtown to Edgewood
Vine Hill Road
Covington Road from Vine Hill Road to Silveuwood Park
St. Alban's Bay Road from MinnetonkaBlvd. to Manor Park
Mill Street from the Chanhassen border (linking to their trail system) to Excelsior
There was a five minute break.
E. Prepare for Public Infomnation Meetings
1. Date and Times: Administrator Hurm suggested the fourth Tuesday of February which is
typically the date of Park Commission work sessions or special meetings. The date and time agreed to
was Tuesday, February 23, 1999 from 4.30 p. m to 730 p. m The location will be at the Southshore
Community Center.
2. Further Data Needed: Illustrations or photos of various trail designs will be provided,
showing several options including on -street and off - street trails. Information showing the reference
and research work that has been done up to this point will also be available. Comment cards will be
on band for residents to complete. 0
3. Role of Park Commission: At least one Park Commissioner will be present throughout the
three hours. Arrival times of the Commissioners wall be: 4:30 Themig and Dallman; 5:15 Arnst; 6:00
Cochran, Colopoulos and Bensman. (Puzak was not present to offer an arrival time.)
4. Format for Meeting: It will be an informal "open house" format with attractive visual displays
such as maps, policy statements, outline of the process. Some staff and Council Members may be
present as observers, but the Park Commission will be hosting the event
5. Format of Newsletter Insert: Include abrief summary of survey results and history of the trail
planning process. Offer options for feedback such as the Shoreline number, e-mail address, but do
not include a "clip- out - and - return" response form. That may discourage attendance at the open house.
(Commissioner Thernig mentioned that he will be attending an open house regarding DNR grant
programs on January 14. There may be information provided which is of interest to the Park
Commission.)
5. REPORT ON DRAFT ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION POLICY
Commission Arnst reported that Themig, Hunn and she have met and fine -tuned the language of the
Athletic Association Policy. They would like to present a recommendation for a formula needed to
determine costs of park use. Staff is working on estimates. A full report, including some sample
formulas wall be presented at the February 10 Park Commission meeting. The policy concept will be
presented to the sports organizations before a recommendation is made lo Council.
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6. DISCUSS DESIGN CONCEPT AND LOCATION OF FREEMAN PARK
MULTIPURPOSE BUILDING
Postponed to February meeting.
7. CONSIDERATION OF A MOTION MAKING RECOMMENDATIONS FOR
1999 PARK COMMISSION OFFICERS AND LIAISON TO PLANNING
COMMIS S ION
Colcpoulos stated that he would like to make a motion on the fust part of this agenda item
Colopoulos moved, Cochran seconded the nomination of Ken Dallman as Park
Commission Chair and Pat Arnst as Vice Chair for 1999.
Themig asked Dallman if he is interested in the position. Dallrrran replied yes, his is willing to accept
the role of Chair. Bensman asked about the policy of Vice Chair moving to the Chair position for the
following year. (Commissioner Arnst's term is to end after this next year.) Hurm said that it is
tradition for the Vice Chair to roll into the Chair position after one year, but it is not a requirement
Bensman asked if a motion was still on the table, explaining that she would like to nominate Pat Arnst
as Chair since her term will end in January 2000. Dallman said he would be willing to step down
from the nomination. Colopoulos suggested an amendment to the active motion. Themig asked if
. Dallman would no longer serve as Park Foundation Liaison if he served as Chair and said he would
hate to lose Dallman from that role. Dallman said he would probably not do both jobs.
Arnst was asked if she would consider serving on the Park Commission after the end of this term.
She did not know. Amst suggested the idea of appointing two Co-Chairs.. Hunn read from the_
Municipal Code and found that there was not an objection stated there.
Colopoulos amended the motion to recommend to the City Council that Ken Dallman
and Pat Arnst serve as Co- Chairs on the Park Commission for 1999. Cochran
seconded and the motion passed unanimously.
Hurm asked for clarification on the Vice Chair position. It was verified that here will be no Vice
Chair.
Commissioner Colopoulos volunteered to serve as Liaison to the Planning Commission. He
explained that he may be interested in serving as a Planning Comrissioner offer his Park Commission
term ends and would like to explore that possibility.
Themig moved and Arnst seconded that the Park Commission designate Bill
Colopoulos as Planning Commission Liaison for 1999. The motion passed
unanimously.
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8. CONSIDERATION OF SCHEDULE OF PARK LIAISONS TO COUNCIL
Park Commissioners will attend the 1999 City Council men
following schedule:
January Arnst February Themig
April Dallman May Cochran
July Puzak August Amst
October Colopoulos November Dallman
stings as liaison according to the
March Colopoulos
June Bensman
September Themig
December Puzak
9. DISCUSSION ON A COMMISSION WORK PLAN FOR 1999
The work plan for 1999 will clearly include the trail process and multi- purpose building at Freeman
Park. To prepare a month -by -month work plan for 1999, the new Co -chairs of the Park Commission
will work on some ideas and present a draft plan to discuss at the next Park Commission meeting.
10. OLD BUSINESS
Commissioner Arnst asked to revisit the issue of the Wagner property. She noted that Chair Puzak
has mentioned a concern for the 30 foot strip of land which could alleviate safety and traffic problems
at Freeman Park. She asked if the Park Commission could prepare a letier to the City Council and the
Planning Commission to let them know of this strong interest and to document the concern for the
record. Hurm said that he does not know the current status of the land's availability, but the
suggestion is a good one Colopoulos and Cochran also agreed that it would be a good idea.
Arnst moved and Cochran seconded that the Park Commission draft a letter of •
recommendation to the Planning Commission and the City Council to state that in
the event the acquisition and/or development of the Wagner property comes before
the City, the Park Commission requests 30 to 50 feet of land to improve safety of
the ball field area. The motion passed unanimously.
11. NEW BUSINESS
There was no new business.
12. ADJOURNMENT
Colopoulos moved, Themig seconded to adjourn the meeting. Motion passed 6/0. The meeting
adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED
Connie Bas tyr
Recording Secretary
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City of Shorewood
• Athletic Association Park Use Policy (1/25/99 Draft)
Background
Shorewood City parkland 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
RecognMg the increased need for quality athletic facfftlei, 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
•Field/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 reed for a facility improvement,
the association must present the request to the City 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
Recognizing the community benefits of park land, Shorewood Parks
of 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
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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CITY OF
SHOREWOOD
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Park Commission
Jun FIurm, City Administrator
FROM: harry Brown, Director of Public Works,'
DATE: February 1, 1999
SUBJECT: Park Cost Breakdown
Attached are calculations regarding the costs for operations of the parks.
The following is a brief description of the definitions of `Base Costs," "Above Base Cos," and
"Irrigation Costs."
"Base Costs" include the following:
• Mowing
• Weed Control
• Trash Pickup
• Aeration
• Park Equipment (amortized over the service life of the machine)
• General Turf Care
These costs apply to all of the turf areas of the park that are maintained on a reguW basis.
"Above Base Costs" include the following items:
• Dragging/Grooming Ballfields
• Equipment Specific to Ballfields
• Materials
• Fencing and Fence Repairs
"Irrigation Costs" include the cost of the water used, costs to operate the pumps for irrigation,
and associated annual repairs.
I will present these costs to the park Commission during the regularly scheduled meting-
<.J
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Summary Ta
Summary of Calculated Costs
Base Costs /Ac. S 1,697
Above Base Co st/Ac. S 827
Irrigation Costs/Ac. S 967
Above Base Cost/Ac. S 2,550
ble - Ballfield Costs
per yr
per yr. Little League/Softba"aseball
per yr.
per yr. Soccer
Association Costs
No
MOMMMOMENNOW
Grand
Area
Base
Above
Irrigation
MCES
; Total
Total
Park
Descri Lion
Ac
Cost/Yr.
Base/Yr.
Cost/Yr. Services
COWyr.
CostlYr-
Badger
Football
1.60
$ 2,715
$
1,323
S -
$
232
S 1,W
S
70
Freeman.
Field 1
.1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ -
$
232
, $ 1,208
S .
3,210
Field 2
2.44
$ 4,140
$
2,018
$ -
$
232
$ 2,254
S `
6,39
Field 3
1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ 1,141
$
232
:S 2,349
'$:
4,352
Field 4
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
S;
232
S 4,216
S
7,982
Field 5
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
$
232
S4
$
7,982
Field 6
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
$
232
$ 4,216
S
7,982
Soccer
2.06
$ 3,495
$
2,550
$ 1,993
$
232
$ 4,77$
S-
34 70
Manor
Field 1
1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ -
$
232
$ 1Zf)8
S
3,210;
Cathcart **
Field 1
1.18
$ 1,101
$
976
$ -
$
232
S 1 ,2fl8
S
2,349
otes
* *Cathcart±] ' ted to 559 Base due to shared a
nse Chanhassen
Su of Hockey Costs
Park
Descri tion
Cost/Yr.
Badger
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities
$ 935
Biff Rental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotal
97,770
Freeman
- Brooming/Grooming
$ -
Utilities
$ -
BiffRental
$ -
MCES Services
$ -
Maintenance Bldgs
$ -
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotal
$ -
Manor
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities "
$ 244
Biff Rental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental "
$ -
Subtotal
$ 7,079
Silverwood
Brooming(Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities
-$ -
BiffRental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ -
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotal
$ 6,585
Cathcart
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities
$ 664
BiffRental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental
$ 2,200
Subtotal
$ 93,699
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City Of Shorewood
Base Cost Breakdown
Base Park Costs
Description
Annual Cost
Mowing & Routine Turf Maint
Labor
$
17,333
Seasonal Help
$
10,400
Weed Control
Contractual
$
3,400
Chemical Supplies
$
350
Trash Pickup
Routine Pickup Labor
$
6,300
Aeration of Turf Areas
3 times per year
$
3,004
Equipment
Park Truck
$
3,429
Groundsmaster
$
2,037
Groundsmaster
$
2,037
Groundsmaster
$
2,037
Walk Mower
$
167
Ford Tractor
$
6,405
Equipment Trailer
$
308
John Deere AMT
$
745
General Turf Care
Seeding, Topsoil, etc
$ '
16,000
Total Base Cost
$
73,148 per year
Area of Turf Maintained
Park
Area (Acres)
Badger
7.25
Freeman
28.69
Manor
3.78 Note: Area of Cathcart Fork has been adjustedfim ac ad
Silverwood
0.82 area of 468 acres for "Base Cost" oakulattons since
Cathcart Park *
2.57 Chanhassen sees 45 percent of base cosU
Total Area
43.11
• Resultant Base Cost per Acre of Turf HAinfained
Total Base Cost
$
1,697 r acre
Total Area
per year
Above Base Costs Softball Fields
Description
Annual Cost
Dragging Ballfields
Labor
$
6
Equipment
Sandpro
$
770
Materials
Ag Lime 225 tns/yr.
$
2,185
Bases & Misc.
$
300
Fencing & Repairs
N isc.
$
1,200
Total Above Base Cost
$
10,455
Total Softball/Little League/
$
12.64
ac
Field Area
Resultant Above Base Cost
per Acre Softball-
Little League
Total Above Base Qost
$
$27
Mr acre
Based on total'balffleld area'
Area
Total ea
p er )war
pe .Y$
o 12.64
.f acres
Above Base Costs Soccer Fields
Mowing
Additional Labor
$
2,550
Ad (tonal labor due to nets and
goal anchors
Irrigation Costs
Description
Annual Cost
Irrigation
Water Use
$
7,025
Based on 4.8 moon guns *wd
Repairs
$
2,000
per season
Electrical Costs Pumps $
551
Total Irrigation Cost,
$
9
Resultant Irrigation Cost per
Acrrr
Total Above Base Cost
967
txr acre
Based on total b7iga ied area
Total Area
per year
of 9.94 acres
Summary Ta
Summary of Calculated Costs
i
Base Costs /Ac. $ 1
Above Base Cost/Ac. $ 827
Irrigation Costs/Ac. $ 967
Above Base Cost/Ac. $ 2,550
r- --q
L--.�
ble - Ballfield Costs
per yr:
per yr. Little League1So, ftba&Bcwlall
per yr
per yr. Soccer
Table l
Summary of Association Contributions
ociation 1997 1998
Tonka United Soccer $ 3,000 $ 3,500
Little League $ 3,000 $ 3,500
Adult Softball $ 3,000 $ 1,170
Table 2
Association Costs
Grand
Area
Base
Above
Irrigation
MCES
Total
Total
Park
Description
Ac
Cost/Yr.
Base/Yr.
Cost/Yr. Services ` CoWYr,
CostlYr.
Badger
Football
1.60
$2 15
$
1
$ -
$"
232
$ 1,555
$ 4;270
Freeman
Field 1
1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ -
$232
$ 1,208
$ -3,219
Field 2
2.44
$ 4,140
$
2,018
$ - '
$
232
$ 29M
S 6,390
Field 3
1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ 1,141
$
232
$ 2,349
-$ . 4,352
Field 4
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
$
232
$ 4,216
$ 7,982
Field 5
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
$
232
$ 4,216
$ - 7,9$2
Field 6
2.22
$ 3,767
$
1,836
$ 2,147
$
232
S 4j216
$ 7
Soccer
2.06
$3,495
$
2,550
$ 1,993
$
232
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Manor
Field 1
1.18
$ 2,002
$
976
$ -
$
232
` $ 1,208
S 3,210
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Field 1
1.18
$ 1,101
$
976
$ -
$
232
$ 1,208
$ 2,309
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Chanhassen
Table l
Summary of Association Contributions
ociation 1997 1998
Tonka United Soccer $ 3,000 $ 3,500
Little League $ 3,000 $ 3,500
Adult Softball $ 3,000 $ 1,170
Table 2
Summary of Hockey Costs
Park
Description
Costtyr.
Badger
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,400
Utilities
$ 935
BiffRental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 364
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotai
S 7,770
Freeman
Brooming/Grooming
$ -
Utilities
$ -
Biff Rental
$ -
MCES Services
$ -
Maintenance Bldgs
$ -
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotal
$ -
Manor
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities
S 244
BiffRental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental
$ -
Subtotal
S 7,079
Silverwood
Brooming/Grooming
$ 6,000
Utilities
$ -
BiffRental
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ -
Shelter Rental
$
Subtotal
S 6,585
Cathcart
Brooming/Grooming
S 6,000
Utilities
$ 664
Biff Renttal
$ 225
MCES Services
$ 360
Maintenance Bldgs
$ 250
Shelter Rental
$ 2,200
Subtotal `
S 9,699
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Cost/Yr
Crescent Beach Beach Maint
$ 1,200
MCES
$ 3,400
Subtotal
$ 4,600
Christmas Lake Acc. 1 Biff
$ 813
Maintenance
$ 1,200
Subtotal
$ 2,013
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1999 "TO DO" LIST
DRAFT
• 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
• Approve and implement sports organizations policies
=> Create a written legal document that transfers ownership of improvements to the City
• Park Tours
• 2000 CIP
• Comp Plan Review
Other ideas from Commission:
*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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To: Park Commission i
From: Jim Hurm, City Administrator
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Re: Park Dedication Fees
In surveying some area cities staff has learned that we may want to consider increasing our
park dedication fees which are set by Resolution at $1,000 per unit (or lot). The survey is
enclosed. The Commission may wish to recommend an adjustment to the City Council.
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PARK FEES
JANUARY
1999
pity
Park Dedication
Shorewood
$1,000 per unit
Minnetonka
$700 /unit
Mound
10% of fair mkt value of land
$500/lot minimum
Orono
8% of fair mkt value of land
$4,900 maximum
Plymouth
$1,500 /unit residential
$4,500 /acre C/I
Tonka Bay
$1,200 /unit in 1999
$1,000 /unit in 1998
Victoria
Unknown
$1,500 /unit Park Imp Fee
Wayzata
SF
7% of fair mkt value of land
$450 min, $2,000 max/unit
MF
7% of fair mkt value of land
$300 /unit minimum
CA
3.5% of fair mkt value of land
Chanhassen
$1,200 Park/unit
$400 Trails /unit
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To: Mayor and City Council
Paula Caliies, Planning Commission Chair
Planning Commission Members
From: Pat Amst & Ken Dallman, Co- Chairs Elect, Park Commission
Date: January 21, 1999
Re: Wagner Property/Freeman Park
cc: Park Commission
In past discussions concerning the sale of the Wagner property, the Park Commission has
agreed that it would be very helpful to acquire 30 -50 feet of the westerly edge of the
Wagner property for park purposes. The use of the land would be to relocate the park
roadway exiting Highway 7 to the east, onto that strip of property. Doing so, would move
the roadway away from the ballfield fences and allow for safer passage of pedestrians
between the roadway and the fences.
We respectfully ask that if the Council or Planning Commission is involved in any future
plans for this property, our request be given consideration in the implementation of those
plans. Thank you.
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PARK COMMISSION MEETING COUNCIL CHAMB' FT
TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 1999 7:30 P.M.
AGENDA
1.
CONVENE PARK COMMISSION MEETING
A. Roll Call
Colopoulos
Puzak
Bensman
Dallman
Arnst
Themig
Cochran
B. Review Agenda
2.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Park Commission Minutes of February 9, 1999 (Att. -#2 Draft Minutes)
3.
MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
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TRAIL REVIEW
A. Decision on Trail Alignments to be Walked and Times for Walks
5.
REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PLAN RELATING TO PARK/TRAIL
SECTION
6.
OTHER BUSINESS
Meeting with Police Chief on Snowmobile Enforcement and
Reporting
7.
NEW BUSINESS
Establish Next Months Agenda
8.
ADJOURNMENT
Council Liaison:
Mar. - Colopoulos
Apr. - Dallman
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To: Park Commission
From: Jim Hurm and Mark Koegler
Date: January 28, 1999
Re: Stations for the February 23 Trail Open House
Mark will have boards and handouts available for the February 23 meeting. We
suggest stations as listed below:
1. Sign in area.
• 2. Board and handout on the trail process schedule.
3. Board and handout on goaWobjectives/policies
4. Several maps (likely the most popular area to congregate).
5. Photo board of trail types.
6. Comment sheet area with tables and chairs.
R Regular Meeting Night
P - Planning Commission has Chambers
4th - 4th Tuesday
* - Daylight savings time has started
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DRAFT TRAIL TE%IELINE
MARCH - MAY, 1999
Mar. 2(P)
6:02p.m.
Mar. 9(R)
6:1 1p.m.
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Decision on trail alignments to be
walked and times for walks.
Mar. 16(P)
6:30 p.m.
Mar. 23(4th)
6:29 p.m.
Mar. 30
6:38 p.m.
Spring Break
Apr. 6(P)
7:47 p.m.*
5
6:00 -7:45 Trail Walk?
Apr. 13(R)
7:56 p.m.
5
6:00 -7:45 Trail Walk? Start meeting at
8:00?
Trail Walk?
Apr. 20(P)
8:04 p.m.
5
6 :30 -8:00
Apr. 27(4th)
8:13 p.m.
5
6:30 -8:00 Trail Walk?
May 4(P)
8:22 p.m.
5
6:30 -8:00 Trail Walk?
May 11(R)
8:30 p.m.
Park Tour 6:00 -8:00? Start meeting at
8:00?
6
Decision on sites to be included in 5
year C1P
7
Begin inclusive design process for
1999 and 2000 trails
May 18(P)
8:38 p.m.
May 25(4th)
8:46 p.m.
Park tour 6:00 -8:00?
R Regular Meeting Night
P - Planning Commission has Chambers
4th - 4th Tuesday
* - Daylight savings time has started
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To: Park Commission
From: James C. Hurm, City Administrator
Date: January 19, 1999
Re: Update on Funds Allocated for Park Planner
1998 Budget:
$3,000 came from the park budget and $3,000 was budgeted to be transferred from the trail
fund for a total of $6,000
1998 Actual:
$3000 was charged to the park budget and the remainder $5,812.68 was charged to the trail
. fund.
1999 Budget:
$3,000 was budgeted from the park budget and an additional $6,000 is budgeted to be
transferred from the trail fund for a total of $9,000.
Comment: Although more trail funds were used during 1998 from planning than
anticipated, we went well beyond the original concept for Mark Koegler's services
envisioned in late 1997. It seems to me that Mark's trail planning services can be
significantly reduced once the trail walks have been identified (March) and trail
improvement program adopted (May). Identifying and assisting to acquire outside funding
may then become a major part of Mark's work. Therefore trail planning may come in
under budget for 1999.
Parks: 1/ 19 /99Budget
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Shoreline Message
• January 27, 1999
Hi, I'm a Shorewood resident and I think the latest issue of the Citizen Informer has
excellent ideas for the maps for new trails and new trail system. One of the most
significant additions (I think ought to be high priority) addresses the current and very
significant problem, which is all of us that live south of Highway 7 in Shorewood. We
cannot allow our children, therefore children have no access to any of the trail systems that
exist on the north side of Highway 7, which is essentially all that currently exist. So a plan
that connects the Southeast corner of Shorewood via Covington Road and over Highway 7
(I assume) into the St. Albans Bay area or Lake Minnetonka or downtown Excelsior area is
a very significant step forward. And I just like to state that it ought to be the highest priority
for the community to link what is the southern half of Shorewood cut off from the northern
• half of Shorewood due to Highway 7. Thanks very much.
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From: Jdbuppgaol.com
To: cityhall@dorthy.state.net
Date: Tue, Jan 26, 1999, 2:30 PM
• Subject: Trail System Input
Your work and ideas on improving the trail system as outlined in the
Citizen
Informer insert are excellent, and I commend those that authored it. One
very
significant addition, and one that innumerable "South Shorewood" (those
south
of highway 7) families desperately and quickly would like to see, is trail
access and connections that bridge those of us south of 7 with trails,
churches, and schools north of 7.
Essentially, those of us south of hwy 7 in "South Shorewood "'are cut off
( for
biking /walking /running) from "North Shorewood ", Excelsior, Lake
Minnetonka,
Deephaven School, our churches, and most current trails, and cannot allow
our
children to risk life and limb to ride thier bikes or walk to grade
school,
church, nor to the most desireable sites and uses our community has to
offer.
By way of example: One, though I live only 3/4 of a mile from the lake
trails,
my 7 year old son (who along with his buddies love to ride to the lake
trails)
and I have to load our bikes.onto our car, drive to the lake trails, find
parking, unload the bikes, ride, then reload our bikes, and return home;
and
a second example, none of the children in our area of many hundreds of
homes
who are served by Deephaven School, can ride or walk to thier own school
that
is but a couple of miles away.
In both examples parents must ensure thier children avoid the traffic and
risks of engaging high volumes of speeding cars and trucks on a
thoroughfare
that bisects and seperates one Shorewood into two Shorewoods! A
pedestrian
bridge for biking and walking /running in the Old Market Road /Covington
Road &
Hwy 7 intersection
area solves the problem and reconnects our community.
Please, make bringing our community together into one Shorewood, and one
set
of trails, by bridging north and south Shorewoods with a new
biking /walking
trail connector the ton trail system Driority for Shorewwod. The idea of a
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"Covington Connector" or "Old Market Overpass" at Hwy 7 (as implied in
your
lastest map) is one all residents would support, and enthusiastically 0
appreciate as a true "resident value - added" accomplishment for the City of
Shorewood.
Thanks.
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To: Park Commission
From: Twila Grout
Date: February 1, 1999
Re: Agenda Item #5 - Design Concept of Freeman Park Multi- Purpose Building
Agenda item number 5 will not be discussed at this meeting. This will be added to March's
agenda.
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October 27, 1998
To: City of Shorewood, City Council Members
From: South Tonka Baseball Board of Directors
The Board of Directors of South Tonka Baseball would like to thank you for the
opportunity to speak to the City Council at last evenings public input on the purchase of
the land adjacent to Freeman Park. We felt that it is important to provide you with a
historical perspective of the development of the baseball fields at Freeman Park.
During the 1960's, a group of volunteers created an area for youngsters to play baseball.
In 1970, this land and its ballfield improvements were donated to the City of Shorewood.
Around 1980, a local resident donated $15,000 to build what is now known as Field 92
(the only full -sized field). About 1990, the Tonka Men's Club financed the construction
of Field 93.
• The land for Cathcart Park was donated to the City of Shorewood and the original
ballfield was built by South Tonka Baseball. No taxpayer dollars have been used to
purchase these lands or build these baseball facilities.
Currently, South Tonka Baseball has approximately 450 players of ages 6 to 15 years old.
If the land east of the existing baseball fields could be purchased, we could better provide
for the recreational needs of our young baseball enthusiasts. Two areas come to mind as
immediate needs:
1. The need for more baseball fields for games and practices. We are presently
using neighborhood fields in Chanhassen, Excelsior, Tonka Bay and Shorewood.
The quality of many of these fields is adequate for practice, but do not
accommodate our game needs.
2. Freeman Park is safer and more convenient for families with two or more
children playing games (baseball and soccer) on the same day or evening. The
development of this community park is consistent with the improvement of the
recreational opportunities in the area.
As the City Council considers the purchase of the "Wagner property ", South Tonka
Baseball would like to be considered in those deliberations. Thanks again.
• South Tonka Baseball Board of Directors
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insert about the trail process currently being
considered for Shorewood. On the map, your street
was identified as one to be initially evaluated
for a potential trail site. That is why you are urged to
stop by the upcoming informational meeting to talk
with Park Commissioners, City Council members and
neighbors about the concept. Your opinions and
participation in the decision making process
are very important!
Tlie open House will be
at the Southshore Senior Community Center,
5735 Country Club Road and will include
visual displays with more detailed information,
plus the opportunity to visit with Park and City
representatives. Please stop in any time between
4:30 P.M. and 7:30 P.M. Tuesday, February 23, and
participate in the process.
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5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
Att: Trails
Gentlemen /Ladies
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As a life -time resident of the Lake Minnetonka area and likely to remain a
Shorewood native for the remainder of it - I salute your efforts to aggressively
promote recreational trails in the municipality.
With the prospects of a metro wide -- perhaps Statewide LRT and trail system
becoming a reality -- we have a unique long term obligation in our local area to
both support such efforts and to undertake within our city boundaries
thoughtful action to tie into such a system.
Shorewood is an increasingly desirable place to live for people of all ages. A
well- conceived local trail system cannot help but enhance our area and
property values - as well as necessarily tie us to adjoining communities.
Hiking, Biking, Running and [gasp] even snowmobiling are activities both
popular and healthy for a large number of residents. The necessary useful,
attractive and safe trail system should be high on the priority list for our city
government.
• We cannot please all residents. This is a given. Yet the unique opportunity, the
needs of the majority of out active citizenry and the long term viability of the
city and our neighboring communities should indeed be our major concern.
Certainly trail location, make up and financing is subject to opinion,
deliberation and even negotiation. But we should not let small numbers of
people with vested interests -- or even legitimate concerns -- bog down our
efforts to construct a thoughtful trail system.
The benefits are too positive for the community -- in the long run.
Personally, I believe to the extent possible - trails should be kept off of roads
and away from peoples "front yards" as much as possible. Further, I believe
trails should be run near and through some of our public parks, open spaces and
wetlands - even if this increases the length and cost of the trail. Finally, I
believe - so much as possible -- trails should be designed to tie into the LRT
trail and to trails in other communities.
it seems to go without saying -- trails are not roads. They should not be
designed to necessarily get people from A to B as directly or expeditiously as
possible. They are for exercise, enjoyment and to experience the outdoors -
for people to socialize as well as commune with nature.
So while I support strongly your attempts to develop a trail system. I further
offer a few guidelines - personal preferences if you wish:
-- Recognize you cannot please everyone. However, don't let anyone tie you up
or prevent you from going forward. You must allow -- and to a reasonable
extent accommodate -- diverse interests: Snowmobilers vs Bird Watchers and
X- country skiers. Safety vs the person who doesn't want to share his front or
back view with passers by. Bikers vs Hikers, etc.
There is room for all.
- -Try as possible to keep the trails off the side of roads.
- -Give Snowmobilers a chance - at least to use the trails for access if not for
normal running.
- -Tie in to the LRT and to other communities.
- -Do it right. If we are going to invite people from other communities into our
own - make the facility a safe, useful and enjoyable one to traverse.
- -Give trails a high priority. People really do use and enjoy them.
Last, I've enclosed your map with a couple of potential trail locations. Yes,
personal preference. But perhaps it may give you a few more ideas to consider.
My best wishes in your endeavors. •
Davi b *hton Lg
27150 Edgewood Road
Shorewood, MN 55331
612 - 474 -6356
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EXISTING TRAILS
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ue to widespread public interest, the City of Shorewood is in the process
exiiining trails. Lines which have been placed to show various travel routes
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t roughout the City are a collection of ideas based on input over the years and
through various sources. (Many of those sources were mentioned on the front of
this flyer.) The markings indicate only ideas.
This is not a drawing of a trail plan fret•
Shorewood It is a drawing of Shorewood
and many of it's possibilities.
Only six of the potential trail segments have been identified for consideration
at this time. Trail development will be a gradual, community led process which
* nds to the needs of residents within neighborhoods and throughout the City.
j :Park Commission and City Council are interested in your thoughts both about
the possible routes and the six potential sites.
What will trails look like?
The design (off -street or on -st:
and other details will be consi&
such decisions will be driven
suitability to the area. Some exa
at the Open House on February
What will trails cost me?
The City has been allocating do!
money can be used for construct
grants, etc. The Park Commissit
of outside funding, as well. Dire
planned for residences which are
What is the intended use of
Trails are to be utilized by ped
motorized travel). Shorewood orc
on the Regional Trail only, or the
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To: City of Shorewood /Trail planning & design ideas
From: Dave & Lindy Hanson, 5920 Covington Rd., Shorewood. Phone #470 -4240. Office #474 -4657. Fax #470 -6637.
Greg & Sue Wefel, 5910 Covington Rd., Shorewood.
Bob & Kirstin Slaney, 5900 Covington Rd., Shorewood.
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Commerds: This is in response to the article in the City newsletter regarding proposed
trails in Shorewood. A walking area is desperatel needed along Covington from Vine
Hill to Silverwood Park. It becomes very dangerous when two cars meet and
pedestrians are in the same area. It appears the trail is drawn on the South side of
Covington on your map. We would suggest a trail location on the North side that would:
1. Provide safety for walkers on Covington Rd.
Z. Minimize cost. 'there is already space available for a path on the North side of
Covington a(l the way to Vine Hill Rd. Part of the area is already a gravel path.
3. Mimimize personal property changes especially for frontal locations.
Our suggested trail area as designated by ® and follows on the North side of
Covington Road. We would appreciate your consideration and your comments lquestions.
Thank vou. The Hansons, the W efels, & the Slaneys. _
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sidewalkslths and accessible
parking. They also provide mainte-
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improvements and some development
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Program purpose: To maintain and
improve water quality through devel-
opment and improvement of marina
sanitation facilities for boaters.
Who may apply? Public and private marinas and boating facilities.
Eligible projects: Funding is available for the development or
improvement of sanitation facilities for boaters (includes both
pump -outs and dump - outs).
Local match: A 25 percent local match is required.
To find out more about these grant programs, call the DNR
Information Center or check out our web page:
Department of Natural Resources
500 Lafayette Road • St. Paul, MN 55155 -4040
651 - 296 -6157 (Metro Area)
1- 888- MINNDNR (646 -6367) (MN Toll Free)
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Local Grants'
Natural and Scenic Area Grant Program J I
Program purpose: To increase, protect and enhance natural and scenic
areas.
Who may apply? Cities,
counties, townships and
school districts.
Eligible projects: Projects must
include the purchase of land .
or conservation easements.
The purchase of land is
essential with this grant,
however some funding may
be used for interpretive,
educational or boundary
signs or protective fencing.
Local match: Applicants must be able to fund at least 50 percent of
the total project through non -state sources.
Local governments, organizations and individuals throughout the
state are working together with the Minnesota Department of
Natural Resources (DNR) to protect natural resources and provide
recreational opportunities. Financial assistance is available through
a variety of grant programs to help build these partnerships.
From playgrounds our children enjoy today, to prairie acquisitions
that ensure preservation for future generations, to trails for long
distance travel, to facilities that provide access to our state's'
water —DNR grant programs can help. Do you have an idea for a
project? We are looking for partners to help preserve lands and
provide new recreation opportunities. Call today!
Outdoor Recreation Grant Program��� c�
Program purpose: To increase and enhance outdoor recreation
facilities.
There are three types of grants available:
• Local Grants
• Trail Grants
Cooperative Water Recreation Grants
Who Mn y apply?
Cities, counties and
townships.
Eligible projects:
Funding is available
for the acquisition,
development or -
redevelopment of
parks. Examples of
projects include:
trails, picnic shelters,
playgrounds, athletic
facilities, boat
accesses, fishing piers, swimming beaches and campgrounds.
Local match: Applicants must be able to fund at least 50 percent of
the total project through non -state contributions of cash, materials or
in -kind services.
Conselotion Pa -���
rtners Grant Program
Program purpose: To improve fish, wildlife and native plant habitats t
and to help fund research and surveys that improve habitats for fish Cooperative Trail Linkage Grant Program
and wildlife. Program purpose: To promote relatively short trail connections
between where people live and desirable destinations. Priority w'll
be given for residential connec-
tions to state and regional
facilities, A secondary purpose ,
is to link existing trail
segments.
Who may apply? Cities, counties
and townships.
Eligible projects: Funding is
available for land acquisition
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and trail development.
Local match: A 50 percent cash
match is required for eligible elements of the project proposal. Match
must not be other state funds, Metropolitan Council Grants or from
the National Recreational Trail Program. , 3 -
Regional Trail Initiative ra�tp ogr am,,
Program purpose: To promote development of regionally significant
trails funded with local or federal funding. Primary determinants of
significance include length, expected use and resource quality/
attractiveness.
Who may apply? Cities, counties
Who may apply? Private organizations, cities, counties, townships and
'school districts.
Eligible projects:` Funding is available for habitat enhancement
projects including but not limited to: the
restoration of natural plant communities,
reforestation, protection of wetlands,
establishment of native plant buffer
strips along streams and lakes, protection
of water quality and abatement of soil
erosion. Research /Survey projects
include but are not limited to: monitor-
ing environmental indicators, surveying
plant and animal populations, evaluating
enhancement projects and researching
methods to conserve or enhance fish,
wildlife and native plant habitats..
Research /survey projects must be directly related to specific habitat
improvement projects.
Local match: Applicants must be able to fund at least 50 percent of
the total project through non -state contributions of cash, materials or
in -kind services.
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Grant Program 4.
Program purpose: To encourage environmental service projects and
related education activities through public and private partnerships...``
Who may apply? Private organizations, cities, counties, townships and
school districts.
Eligible projects: Eligible projects include but are not limited to:
community environmental service projects to clean up natural areas
such as streams, lakes and wetlands, production of environmental
education products such as handbooks, manuals, videos and news-
letters and development of educational sites and exhibits that dem-
onstrate environmental conservation principles. Grant funds cannot
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be used to fund curricula or existing staff and program activities.
Local match: Applicants must be able to fund at least 50 percent of
the total project through non -state contributions of cash, materials or
in -kind services.
and townships.
Eligible projects: Funding is
available for land acquisition
and trail development. Priority
will be given to projects that
provide a usable trail.
Local match: A 50 percent cash
match is required for eligible
I lements of the project pro -
posal. Match must not be other
local grants administered by
the DNR, other state funds,
Metropolitan Council Grants or
from the National Recreational
Trail Program.
Cooperative Water RecrAion
Who may apply? Cities; count
zations sponp 'ed by locq
Eligible proje,ctsi ' ,uo g is
maintenance," m
e, winter groom
funding for some trail,:uses
Local match: Up to 6� percer
Shared for development and
shared up to 90 percent of tc
be in the form of cash or doi
ment can be used in tandem
accessibilit
land acquit
ment of en
awareness
iships and private trail organi-
Lcu eiigivie cysts. 1N9.n- state rnatcn can am,
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with, the National Recreation Trail Grant
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Program purpose: To provide financial and technical assistance to
local governments to improve water recreation facilities: public boat
accesses and state designated canoe and boating routes facilities
including carry -in accesses, rest areas and campsites.
Who may apply? Cities, counties and townships.
Eligible projects: Funding is available for the acquisition, develop-
ment and improve-
ment of public boat
accesses, parking lots,
docks and boat
launching ramps. :
Engineering and
design assistance is
also available. f �
Local match: The level
of grant and technical
assistance varies
depending on the
project scope and
sponsor's needs.
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Program purpose: To improve fishing opportunities, especially to
meet the needs of children, the elderly and people with disabilities.
Who may apply? Cities,
t
'A counties and townships.
l Eligible projects: Funding is
available for the installation
of traditional DNR floating
fishing piers. In some cases,
the program provides for
the development or im-
provement of shore fishing
sites where a traditional
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