062894 PK MINCITY OF SHOREWOOD
PARK COMMISSION MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 28, 1994
MINUTES
1. CALL TO ORDER
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5755 COUNTRY CLUB ROAD
7:00 P.M. MEETING
Chair Jennifer McCarty called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Chair McCarty; Commissioners Bensman, Dzurak, and Martin; Administrator Hurm;
Council Liaison Benson; Commissioners Wilson and Colopoulos arrived at 8:45
p.m. and Park Planner Chamberlain arrived at 9:40 p.m.
Absent: Commissioner Fuller.
REVIEW AGENDA
Hurm added to item #10; F. Eagle Scout Project and G. Hennepin Parks Light Rail Trail.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Martin moved, Dzurak seconded, to approve the minutes of Tuesday, May 10, 1994. Motion
passed with Bensman abstaining.
Martin moved, McCarty seconded, to approve the minutes of Tuesday, May 24, 1994.
Motion passed with Bensman and Dzurak abstaining.
REVIEW ITEMS RAISED ON TOUR
Cathcart:
Hurm stated that at Cathcart most items have been completed. The items still pending
include: removing the volleyball court from the plan, contacting the resurfacing company
concerning the cracks in the tennis court, and researching the cost of moving the warming
house.
Freeman:
Most items will be resolved this Fall including: Little League moving the fence on Field #1
and the City planting bushes on the right edge of Field #2; a fence company will lower the
fence on Field #2 for $522 and Public Works will be adding top soil to Field #1.
During the tour Gordy Lindstrom suggested a walkway between Fields #4 and #5 to make
it more accessible to the family area. The Commission felt that this is a viable option and
should be pursued.
Hurm reported that Tree Trust will only provide one adult group this summer which will
delay the clearing of underbrush by the south playground area.
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Silverwood:
Chamberlain will need to review the location of the satellite.
Manor:
The Commissioners felt the old equipment should remain for now, excluding the large
cylinder. Dzurak suggested the equipment be inspected and repaired where needed.
Cresent Beach:
The beach has been cleaned.
6. 1994 PROJECT UPDATE
A. Cathcart - Revised Park Plan
Gary Carlson, Chanhassen resident, voiced concern about the proposed parking lot plan.
Carlson felt diagonal parking would be better than how they currently park.
Carlson voiced concern about a drainage problem in the southwesterly corner of the park.
He asked that area residents be notified of upcoming improvements and that the City
consider changing the name to Church Park.
Bensman moved, Martin seconded, to recommend approval of the revised Cathcart Park
plan with the following revisions:
• Move the handicap stall to the southwest corner of the parking lot;
• Provide a trail from the parking lot through the free skating area to the playground
area; and
• Shorten the size of the ball fileld approximately 180 feet if necessary to save trees.
Motion passed 3/1. Dzurak voting nay.
Dzurak reminded the Cornmission that the City agreed to return the warming house to the
people who donated it when it is no longer to be used.
B. Silverwood
Improvements are scheduled for completion by the end of the week excluding the slides and
stairs, which will be completed at a later date.
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C Freeman
Both north and south playground equipment have been installed with the exception of a
"track" slide at the south playground which will be installed by Public Works. In addition,
the portion of the trail that is located off Eureka Road will not be included in the current
project. Public Works has been asked to construct a narrow trail around the trees.
7. REVIEW SPRING CITIZEN SATISFACTION SURVEY
Hurm reported on the survey results regarding parks:
• Park Maintenance 90% Satisfied
• Condition of the Trails 86% Satisfied
• Condition of the Playground Equipment 75% Satisfied
Hurrn felt that satisfaction may increase next year because of the installation of the playground
equipment.
REVIEW CONCEPT STAGE PLAN - HERITAGE P.U.D.
Hurm referred to the preliminary development plans presented by Tony Eiden Company, pointing
out the island area also referred to as Outlot B.
He stated it is in current policy to not expand the parks per the Community Facilities/ Services
Policies. Staff and the Developer recommend leaving Outlot B as open space to be retained by the
homeowners' association. The Planning Commission recommends that the island be dedicated to
the City in exchange for credit of two park dedication fees. The Park Commission does not see an
advantage in excepting a $1,500 deduction for land that currently is not to be developed.
Charles Dillerud, representing Abingdon Development Corporation and the Tony Eiden Company,
assured the Park Commission that if the homeowners' association retained ownership of the island
safeguards for its preservation could be incorporated.
Dzurak moved, Bensman seconded, to recommend that Outlot B be retained by the
homeowners association. Motion passed unanimously.
Dzurak noted that the City should consider requesting necessary easements to allow for some
parking and a nature observation trail at the wetland area between this proposed development and
Smithtown Road.
9. DISCUSS FALL PARK ACTIVITY
Bensman proposed a "Shorewood Ramble" which would encompass all the parks and trails by
having a "Fun Run ", which could be a fundraiser for the Shorewood Parks Foundation. Some
other possible activities include: a nature hunt, a softball tournament, and a punt, pass or kick
event. Prizes could be provided. This could be a tool to bring residents to the parks so they can see
the improvements that have been made. In addition McCarty suggested that they hold a dinner
dance. McCarty, Martin and Colopoulos volunteered to make the arrangements. A tentative date
was set for September 24th. A budget will need to be prepared.
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10. REPORTS
A - June 4th Freeman Park Plavground Installation
McCarty reported that fewer volunteers showed up than were anticipated. Installation was
completed around 4:30 p.m.
B - June 25th Silverwood Park Plavground Installation
Dzurak reported there was a great turn out of volunteers. Installation was completed
around 2:00 p.m. Public Works completed the cement work the following Monday.
C - Asphalt Freeman Park Roadwav
Hurm reported on quotes received for asphalting the roadway at Freeman Park as follows:
Midwest Asphalt $17,000, BMJ Corporation $20,309 and William Muller and Sons Inc.
$21,169. Hurm stated that there is money available in the Park Fund Reserve for this
project.
The asphalt will start at Eureka Road, to go approximately 1,440 feet (20 feet wide) and
end at the culvert between Field #2 and #3. The proposal is to not go further south due to
the uncertainty of the road configuration should the Little League expand. Little League
President,Gary Dressel, was contacted and understands the reasoning. The Commission
concurred that the project should be expanded to include the roadway to the north parking
lot which is approximately 150 feet.
Martin moved, Bensman seconded, to recommend accepting the low quote of $17,000 from
Midwest Asphalting for asphalting approximately 1440 feet of roadway at Freeman Park to
be referenced as Phase I. Approximately 150 feet should be added to pave to the north
parking lot. Motion passed unanimously.
D - Request for Hockey Facility
Tom Heiberg, of the Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association, expressed their need for more
ice time. He presented the Commission notes regarding a hockey facility (attached as
Exhibit A). After discussion the Commission concluded there is not enough space in any of
the parks for such a facility nor is it an appropriate use of them. Benson suggested a
possible connection with the Senior Center.
E - Council Request for Screening of Satellites
Hurm reported that the Council adopted the ordinance regarding screening of satellites. He
said screening can be done this year at the neighborhood parks.
F - Eagle Scouts Project
Hurm reported that David Dunwoody called regarding an Eagle Scout project for approximately 10
boys for a two day period. Bensman suggested that they work on the "Shorewood Ramble" event.
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G - Hennepin Parks Light Rail Trails
Hurm reported on an upcoming July 19th meeting regarding trails, which he will be unable to
attend, and invited Park Commission members :o attend.
11. SHOREWOOD PARKS FOUNDATION
A. Activity Report
The Foundation made partial payments for playground equipment for Silverwood Park and
full payment for Freeman south equipment.
B. Recommendations for Board Appointments
McCarty presented the list of the proposed recommendations for the Park Foundation
Board as follows: South Tonka Little League David Anderson; Adult Softball - Scott
Hansen; Minnetonka Youth Hockey Association - Tom Heiberg; Tonka United Soccer -
Diane Anderson; Rotary Club - Lee Paris; Minnetonka Community Education and Services
- Tad Shaw; Tonka Men's Club - Jim Latterner; and At Large - Gordon Lindstrom and John
Seamans. There are still three vacant positions to be filled.
12. MATTERS FROM THE FLOOR
Dzurak would like to discuss the need for a tennis court near Silverwood Park at a future
meeting. He said there is a possibility that the court located in the Waterford development
could possibly be shared with the public. He will be checking on the possibility.
13. ADJOURNMENT
Bensman moved, Martin seconded, to adjourn the meeting at 9:50 p.m. Motion passed
unanimously.
RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED.
Heidi May,
Park Secretary