012594 PK MINCITY OF SHOREWOOD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
TUESDAY, JANUARY 25, 1994 7:00 P.M.
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Jennifer McCarty called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Chair McCarty; Commissioners Wilson, Dzurak, Bensman and Martin; Administrator
Hurm; Council Liaison Benson; Planning Commission Liaison Turgeon; and Park
Planner Chamberlain.
Absent: Commissioners Fuller and Waibel
INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS
Commissioner Roxanne Martin introduced herself to the Commissioners. Commissioner Dan
Waibel had communicated with the Chair that he was called out of town and could not make this
evening's meeting.
4. REVIEW AGENDA
The agenda was approved as presented.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was pointed out that Pages 2, 3 and 4 should be changed to reflect the correct December 7,
1993 meeting date.
With that change, Bensman moved, Dzurak seconded, to approve the minutes of Tuesday,
December 7, 1993. Motion carried unanimously with Wilson and Martin abstaining.
6. PROJECT UPDATE - IDENTIFICATION OF FREEMAN PARK TRAILS
Arden Krueger, Jr. was present. He stated he plans to install two (2) 2'x4' posts, (3' into the
ground) to a point approximately 3' above the ground, cut at an angle with a brace in between. A
3/4" plywood board, approximately 1'x3', would then be placed on the post. On that a map of the
trails would be posted, highlighted in different colors. It would then be laminated. One of these
would be installed at each of the 22 trail intersections at Freeman Park.
The cost estimate is $200.00 for the project. The posts will be pressure treated wood. He will
provide the Commission with the list of potential names for the various trails. He will report back
to the Park Commission at their next meeting scheduled for February 22, 1994.
7. 1993 PROJECT CLOSE -OUT
J. Hurm briefly reviewed the status of park projects done in 1993.
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8. 1994 PROJECT REVIEW
A. SILVERWOOD LANDSCAPE PLAN AND TIMELINE REVIEW:
S. Dzurak stated that a neighbor asked if the Silverwood Park plan could be sent out to residents
for additional comment. It was the consensus of the Commission that they had previously
received significant input, including a survey taken at the fall open house. J. Wilson stated he feels
it is important to get kids involved, although some of the landscape plantings need to be done at
different times, it was suggested that some of the neighborhood kids could help with planting the
trees and shrubbery, while the adults are helping with playground installation.
Chamberlain's memorandum proposing a time line was discussed. The timeline is as follows:
General Park Improvements:
February/March Plans and specification
April Bidding
May /June Construction
Playground
February Seek & accept proposals
April Order hillside equipment
May /June Install hillside equipment and order conventional equipment
July Install conventional equipment
The Silverwood Park Capital Improvement Budget was also reviewed. Set aside for this project
is $85,400 as well as $3,000 for an asphalt trail to the pond, and $4,000 for the natural trail north
to T.H. 7. An additional amount of approximately $5,000 may need to be budgeted to extend the
trail from the end of Old Market Road to the pond along Covington Road.
S. Dzurak moved, seconded by R. Martin, to recommend to the City Council the
landscaping plan as prepared. Motion passed unanimously.
Chamberlain was asked to invite several recommended playground companies to the February
25th Park Commission meeting to discuss their proposals. An updated Silverwood Park budget
could also be discussed at that time.
B. POTENTIAL TREE TRUST OR EAGLE SCOUT PROJECTS
Two projects were suggested: new plantings near the bridge at Badger Park and installation of
ballards along the Silverwood area nature trail.
C. DISCUSSION OF OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT PROGRAM
It was acknowledged that there is now funding for the Outdoor Recreation Grant Program and
that the Shorewood Capital Improvement Program identifies a number of projects which could be
eligible. It is our intent to apply for such funding. The Administrator will communicate with the
grant manager for our area.
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M. Bensman may talk with the program supervisor, Wayne Sames, regarding potential funding of
some of our recreational needs.
9. REPORT & DISCUSSION ON SHOREWOOD PARK FOUNDATION
Gordon Lindstrom was present, as was Kyrl Henderson, from the Tonka United Soccer
Association. Mr. Henderson is a member of the Freeman Park Building Needs Assessment
Committee. Gordon reported that a small Park Commission Committee along with the City
Administrator have met with members of the various sports organizations a number of times to
discuss the concept of a Shorewood Park Foundation. The concept has been received warmly.
Kyrl said that there are members of the Tonka United Soccer Association Executive Committee
that are not sure how much they should be involved in the foundation or in making commitments
in a concession building. There is a meeting scheduled on this topic for Wednesday, February 2nd
at 3:00 p.m. with the Administrator at the City Hall in Shorewood.
10. REPORT OF THE FREEMAN PARK NORTH BUILDING COMMITTEE
Gordon Lindstrom shared with the Commission a preliminary plan for a concession pavilion in the
soccer /softball area of Freeman Park (attached to these minutes as reference). The building could
be done in two phases, with the indoor restrooms constructed at a later date. The cost estimate
(also attached to these minutes for reference) is $58,000 for the first stage, the second stage could
cost an additional $30,000 plus $24,000 to bring sewer in from Eureka Road. There was a
consensus among Commissioners that with the assistance of the various sports organizations, this
cost estimate could be reduced significantly. The Building Needs Committee will continue to
work on plans such that a building could be built in 1994.
11. SCHEDULE FOR LIAISON TO CITY COUNCIL
Because Steve Dzurak has volunteered to be the liaison for the months of January and February,
the agenda item was postponed to the February 22 meeting.
12. REPORTS
S. Dzurak reported that the Public Works Department has done a nice job on flooding the skating
rink in Silverwood Park. J. Hurm stated that Council member Daugherty has inquired as to why
the rink was not plowed to its full size. The Public Works Department explained to the
Administrator that early in the season the ice was not safe near the reeds at the northeast side of
the pond. As snow accumulated at that location, it acted as an insulator. At this point in the
season, it is unlikely that the rink can be expanded safely. Dzurak feels there is plenty of room on
the ice as is.
J. McCarty reported that snowmobilers are cutting through Cathcart and Freeman Parks.
Planning Commission Liaison Turgeon said that she feels the trail is overrun with snowmobiles.
13. NEXT MEETING
The next Park Commission meeting date was set for February 22, 1994
14. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
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There were no matters from the floor.
15. ADJOURNMENT
M. Bensman moved, S. Dzurak seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Motion
carried unanimously.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED
James C. Hurm,
City Administrator
GERRY WENKUS CONSTRUCTION CONSULTING 474 -4135
3531 Maplewood Circle Excelsior, Minnesota 55331
City of Shorewood
Mr. Gordon Lindstrom
5755 Country Club Road
Shorewood, Minnesota 55331 , ?anuary 25, 1993
CONSTRUCTION COST ESTIMATE
I have prepared this construction cost estimate for the
construction of a Concession pavillion building at Freeman
Park This estimate is based on a preliminary plan by Eos
Architecture dated January 20, 1994. The basic
specifications ale as follows:
12"x24" conrete footings with rods.
12" concre o block foundation to grade (5 course).
12" rock f oe block exterior walls.
8" smooth :oncrete block interior walls.
4" corcrew= floors.
6x`12 hip :cof truss system with 3 tab asphalt shingles.
15" cedar �icia with plywood soffit and ceiling.
3 steel ,.;ors and frames.
5 ga.lvaninod steel roll doors at concession counters.
Plastic laminate counter top at concession windows.
Plumbing ;)r 2 sinks with with water heater.
Electrica. service with interior and exterior lighting.
Painting t:f all facia and soffit materials and interior
walls.
The total cost estimate including contractor fee and
architectural fee is Fifty eight thousand dollars
$58,000.00.
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