040284 PK MINCITY OF SHOREWOOD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
MONDAY, APRIL 2, 1984
M I N U T E S
CALL TO ORDER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:30 P.M.
Chairman Roger Stein called the meeting to order at 7:50 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Chairman Roger Stein; Commissioners Gordon Lindstrom, Gary Carl,
Con Schmid, Carol Butterfield, Marty Jakel, and Mari Kooi;
Planner Brad Nielsen and Deputy Clerk Sue Niccum.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Lindstrom moved, Schmid seconded, to approve the minutes of March 19, 1984 as
written. Motion carried unanimously.
BMX TRACK
Gary Carl introduced Mr. David Ronken of Northstar BMX to the Commission and
informed them that Mr. Ronken will be taking over the BMX track for this year.
Commissioner Schmid said he thought the SLMPSD Reserve was taking it over. Gary
said that the Reserve was not interested this year.
Commission asked how it would be run. Gary explained that there would only be
IF four (4) races this year:
Saturday,
May
19th
9:30 -
11:00
AM /Registration
Saturday,
June
3rd
2:30 -
3:30
PM /Registration
Saturday,
July
7th
2:30 -
3:30
PM /Registration
Saturday,
Aug.
4th
2:30 -
3:30
PM /Registration
It will be run as a non - profit organization continuing under the title
"Shorewood BMX ". Mr. Ronkin will run it, Gary will work with him in an advisory
position. The contract will be the same. The insurance will be improved, covering
the track even on no race days, a time previously covered by the City of Shorewood.
The track will be maintained during and between races by approximately five (5)
people in return for free entry fees. Satellites will follow same pattern as
last year.
Commissioner Lindstrom brought up the noise factor and asked for clarification
before it is approved by Park Commission and Council. He also objected to the
method of a running commentary all through each race, giving all the names of the
riders, etc., stating that they don't do this in other sports.
Gary proposed a compromise:
1. Cutting down to one speaker.
2. Lowering the speaker.
3. Cutting down the volume.
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MONDAY, APRIL 2, 1984
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0 BMX Track, continued
Mr. Ronken explained that unlike other sports, BMX racing is anew sport that deals
on individual, rather than team effort. He said that the races move very fast,
and this method of announcing is necessary for this sport. He said he would
cooperate every way possible concerning the noise factor, but if they were not
allowed to announce the kid's names, he felt it would detract from the excitement
and would have to withdraw his offer.
Con Schmid moved, Carol Butterfield seconded, to recommend to Council that David
Ronken of Northstar BMX, with Gary Carl advising, be allowed to sign the regular
BMX contract, contingent upon the agreement that if there are any complaints after
the first race, the issue will be brought back before the Park Commission for
review. Motion carried unanimously.
FESTIVAL OF PARKS
Gordon Lindstrom moved, Mari Kooi seconded, to recommend to Council to approve the
amount of $700.00 for Festival of Parks expenses. Motion carried unanimously.
SHOREWOOD OAKS
Park Commission reviewed new design
showing open space. Park Commission
the near proximity to Freeman Park,
• not consider it as park dedication.
for the improvement of Freeman Park
alternatives presented by Shorewood Oaks
felt that, as they had stated before, due to
they do not require additional land and will
Therefore, a full cash dedication to be used
is requested.
The Commission suggests that the open space could be provided as private open space
to be owned and maintained by the homeowner's association.
COVINGTON VINE RIDGE TRAIL
Planner Nielsen presented a map showing the connecting trail system for the southeast
area of Shorewood. The map covered the Covington Vine Ridge, Trivesco and Near
Mountain projects, showing that the trails will connect nicely, running from
Chanhassen all the way to Highway 7, also branching off to the observation platforms
proposed by Near Mountain on Silver Lake.
Surfacing of trails was discussed. Planner Nielsen said Near Mountain had proposed
a hard surface bike trail. Covington Vine Ridge will have a 20 foot easement that
will run through a wetlands area. Planner Nielsen suggested that the Commission
walk the proposed trail area, giving them an idea of what type of surfacing will
be feasible, and also to see what would be needed in the way of grading, considering
the possibility of the developer doing the necessary grading.
Commission also discussed the possibility of someday connecting a trail across
Highway 7 to run up past Carmichaels to Manor Park, then connecting into trail to
eventually connect with Thorpe. Crossing Highway 7 was discussed, possibly using
the newly proposed intersection in the Broms Market area.
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MONDAY, APRIL 2, 1984
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. PROPOSED PARK - TRIVESCO
Planner Brad Nielsen told Commission that he had talked to Mr. Wallace Dayton about
the possibility of using his property as a park. Brad said Mr. Dayton liked the
idea of having his land used as a park, but that he would expect to be paid for the
land. Brad referred Mr. Steiner of Trivesco to Mr. Dayton.
Planner Nielsen has talked to both Mr. Steiner and John Uban from Trivesco. They
feel that they have extended themselves about as far as they can with the three
parcels they've bought and would prefer to have the City purchase the property.
Commissioner Carl stated that he felt the fewer people involved in dealing with
Mr. Dayton at this time, the better it would be and suggested that the Park
Commission keep out of it for the present and allow Planner Nielsen to deal with
Mr. Dayton, as he has already met with him. Commission asked Planner Nielsen to
find out:
1. What Mr. Dayton's land is worth and how much he wants for it.
2. If there is any chance of Trivesco buying it.
3. Approximately how much will there be in dedication fees from Trivesco,
Covington Vine Ridge, and Near Mountain.
4. Would Mr. Dayton consider a Contract for Deed, and if so, for how long.
After they receive this information the Commission will have a better idea of how
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to approach the situation, depending on the price and terms.
Commission wondered, in terms of development fees, how fast things would progress.
Planner Nielsen said he felt that two issues could spur development, 1) the
intersection, and 2) water.
Planner Nielsen said Mr. Dayton will be out of the country for about a month. He
will write a letter to him so it will be there when he arrives home. He wants to
run the issue through Council to get their permission to negotiate.
PARK CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUNDS - FUND 41
Commission discussed five current funds and decided to reduce to three:
1. Miscellaneous Revenues (anything under $100.00)
2. Division Fees
3. Century Club (anything over $100.00)
RPPnRTR
Liaison Gary Carl reported that Council reaction was very favorable regarding
Covington Vine Ridge, Trivesco and Near Mountain.
Staff reported Christmas residents have donated $175.00 to Park Funds.
• ADJOURNMENT
Marty Jakel moved, Con Schmid seconded, to adjourn at 9:43 P.M.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED,
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Sue Niccum, Deputy Clerk