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Jim Hurm, City Administrator
January 28, 1999
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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SURVEY OF CITY PARK FEES
JANUARY 1999
Shorewood $1,000 per unit
Minnetonka $700/unit
Mound 10% of fair mkt value of land
$500/1ot minimum
Orono 8 % of fair mkt value of land
$4,900 maximum
Plymouth $1,500/unit residential
$4,500/acre ell
Tonka Bay $1,200/unit in 1999
$1,OOO/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
CII 3.5% of fair mkt value of land
Chanhassen $1,200 Park/unit
$400 Trails/unit
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Park Commission Meeting
Tuesday, March 23, 1999
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6. DISCUSSION OF CHANGE IN PARK DEDICATION FEES CONSISTENT
WITH FISCAL POLICY
Commissioner Colopoulos explained that the conclusion was to look at how other cities handle
park dedication fees, yet it is hard to compare since Shorewood is in a unique situation with
limited land space and planning capability. We also want to have a policy that is consistent with
a fiscal policy rather than to take an opportunistic approach. Puzak said that his intent has been,
and still is, to raise the fee and now the question is just about the timing. There was some
discussion about the validity of basing a fee on market value rather than a flat amount.
Puzak said that he would like a balance that protects the first time builder of a smaller home, but
also to realize that there are the "exclusive community" home builders at the.. ~ther extreme. A
flat fee cannot satisfy both. He recommended a percentage (5%) with a cap ($1500 per lot).
There was a comparison made to Wayzata's fee of 7% with a $2000 cap. Bensman stated that
the. percentage approach seems like a policy change. Colopoulos said that we should know how
the extra dollars would be used in the budget before making a change in policy.
Puzak moved that the Park Commission recommend to the City Council a change of the
Park Dedication Fee to be 7% of the Fair Market Value of the land with a maYiIl1WD of
$5,000. Themig seconded.
There was discussion about lot prices in Shorewood and what an average fee would realistically
be. Themig pointed out that a maximum of $5,000 would be reached for most lots in
Shorewood.
Puzak made a friendly amendment to 7% of the Fair Market Value of the land with a
maximum of $10,000. Cochran seconded.
Themig said he was concerned about how this much of a change in fee would appear.. There was
discussion about examples of possible lot prices. Bensman suggested a separate cap amount for
developers vs. the single home building project.
Puzak made a friendly amendment to 5 % of the Fair Market Value of the land with a
maximum of $10,000. Themig seconded.
Themig noted that there has been discussion in the past about applying a certain percentage to
trail development and that it may be appropriate for some to be designated to a trail fund. Zerby
said he likes the percentage formula and commented that it is good ~o be in line with neighboring
cities' policies. Puzak pointed out that with a cap, the higher value lot actually pays a smaller
percentage. Zerby noted that some would ask. why one family should bear more'of the expense
of parks than another family and that becomes controversial. Others agreed and discussed fair
percentages. It was also agreed not to eannark funds for trails. Transfers to the trail fund from
the park fund can be made on an as-needed basis with approval from the City Council.
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Park Commission Meeting
Tuesday, March 23, 1999
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Puzak withdrew the motion on the floor to state a new motion. Themig and Cochran
concurred.
Puzak moved that the Park Commission recommend to the City Council a change of the
Park Dedication Fee to be 5% of the Fair Market Value of the land with a maximum of
$7,500 per lot. Dallman seconded. The motion was approved unanimously.
Huon will review the motion at a staff level to see how it reflects current development and then
report at the April Park Commission meeting if there are problems. Otherwise the
recommendation will go to Council as stated.
7. REVIEW AND DISCUSSION OF NEXT DRAFT OF ATHT.RTIC ASSOCIATION
POLICIES. FISCAL POLICIES AND PROPOSED FORMULAS' -
Tabled until the April 13 meeting.
8. REPORTS
A. Report on Youth Coalition Meeting of March 11
Puzak reported that one person had researched the idea of an inflatable dome which extends the
season and allows for a winter .facility. This would, however, eliminate the' option of Manitou
Park as a possible site since Tonka Bay wishes to use the space for winter recreation. Puzak said
there is interest in the land along Highway 7 that is to be deeded to the City of Shorewood (as
mentioned earlier in these minutes). Ideas are being considered for funding options as well.
9. OTHER BUSINESS
Arnst reported that the Adopt-A-Garden idea is a go.
The next meeting agenda will include:
1. Finish the Comprehensive Plan Review
2. Report on the Multi-Purpose Building at Freeman
3. Little League Proposal for Field Configuration
4. City Administrator's Report on Council Action Regarding Park Dedication,Fees
The next "meeting" is a trail walk on April 1 O. Ken Dallman is the Council Liaison for April.
10. NEW BUSINESS ;
There was no new business.
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Smithtown Road Trail Segment Walk
Saturday, April 10, 1999
ShorewoodNictorla City Limit to LRT
Residents Present and Comments
Lucinaa Kircher, Lake VA Maple Ridge
. Cut off from Smithtown; won't let kids use Smithtown due to traffic.
Alane and Dan Johnson, 27944 Smithtown Road
. Supports trail segment due to traffic conditions on Smithtown.
Darrell Carver, 27910 Smithtown Road
. Supports trail segment on south side of Smithtown.
Diana Eckerberg, 27260 Smithtown (accompanied by two children and Pamela Space)
. Supports trail segement.
Tim Duffy, 26710 Smithtown Road
. Supports trail segment; would support trail on north side of Smithtown also.
Brad Peck, 25975 Wild Rose Lane
. Concerned about fairness to property owners and impact to trees.
Len Twetan, 26300 Smithtown Road
. Generally supports trail segment, but has concerns about impact to trees on north
side of Smithtown. Also concerned about possibility of trail down Grant Lorenz,
resulting in trail on two sides of his property.
Shannon Steinhibel, 27075 Beverly Drive
. Supports trail segment, but would like to see it extended to County Road 19.
Tim and Lori Dosen, 26405 Smithtown Road
. Supports trail segment, but issues of crossing to Minnewashta need to be
addressed. Also drainage problems at comer, of Strawberry Lane.
Christine Lizee'
. Supports trail development adjacent to her property.
Comments on Trail Walk
. Right-of-way from Victoria border is not clearly designated.
. Fiber optics line recently installed on north side of Smithtown Road.
. Snow melt is late on south side of Smithtown Road.
. Will trails be plowed in winter?
. Road and apparent right-of-way narrows at cemetary.
. Drainage ditches begin a cemetary.
. Should we cross the road at Cajed Lane?
. Storm sewer drains are present at Cajed Lane.
. Drain tiles and drainage ditches between Afton and Cajed.
. Drainage ditch and embankment between Afton and Cathcart may require retaining
waif.
. Road and right-of-way again narroweat Cathcart.
. At sunset, driving is difficult due to angle of sun.
. All driveways between Cathcart and Strawberry Lane have culverts.
. New cfuvert installed at Strawberry Lane.
. Right-of-way widens again at Strawberry Lane.
. Drainage problems occur at various points between Strawberry Lane and EurekadWay.
. . Black Walnut trees at Eureka Way narrow right-of-way.
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Comments at Minnewashta School
· Off-road trail separated from traffic is needed. On-road trail would only te$uftlnfaster
speeds.
· The width ofthe trail should be considered. A narrow trail would be better stlli:lrd for
walking and children . biking. It was felt that adults could still use Smithtowri.. .........
· Asphalt or hard surface was preferred due to condition of rock trailS in sprinf.
· Biking to school was discussed. Biking was prohibited several years ago dOe to
safety concerns. Trails might open up the possibility of biking, but safety issues could
still remain. This issue needs to be explored further.
. Drainage along Smithtown could be a major issue.
. Enforcement of speed limits on Smithtown is a major issue.
Minnewashta School Crosswalk Discussion
There was considerable discussion on crossing Smithtown Road to Minnewashta
School. Currently, only about 2% of students walk to school, due to traffic safety
concerns. In. addition, parents are also discouraged from picking up their children due to
space issues.
An effort is underway to examine traffic flow for buses. and parents at the schoof. Part of
this study will examine the possibility of installing a crosswalk at the west end of the
school and extending the sidewalk to avoid walking behind busses.
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