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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-04-22 PRC Packet Stillwater Parks and Recreation Commission meetings are streamed live on the city website and available to view on Channel 16. Public can participate in the meeting by attending in person at City Hall. AGENDA PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION April 22, 2024 @ 7 PM I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. February 26, 2024 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes IV. OPEN FORUM – the open forum allows the public to address the commission on subjects which are not a part of the meeting. Commission may take action, reply, or give direction to staff. Please limit your comments to 5 minutes or less. V. NEW BUSINESS VI. UNFINISHED BUSINESS VII. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Urban Forestry & Natural Resources Updates (Andrew Coyne) 3. Staff Updates a. Events b. Old Athletic Field Update (no packet materials) c. City Park Bathrooms d. Project Update (no packet materials) e. Northland Skatepark Meeting Update (no packet materials) 4. Commission Member Updates (no packet materials) VIII. ADJOURN Next Meeting: May 20, 2024 at 7 p.m. 216 4th Street N, Stillwater, MN 55082 651-430-8800 www.stillwatermn.gov PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES February 26, 2024 REGULAR MEETING 7:00 P.M. Chairman Macswain called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Present: Chairman Macswain, Commissioners Haveles, Larson, Lehmann, Souter, Yetman, Councilmember Polehna Absent: Commissioner Quie Staff: Parks Superintendent Rogness APPROVAL OF MINUTES Possible approval of minutes of January 22, 2024 meeting Chairman Macswain asked that the petition requesting enhancements at the Old Athletic Field be added as a part of the minutes, and Superintendent Rogness said he will add it. Motion by Commissioner Lehmann, seconded by Commissioner Larson, to approve the minutes of the January 22, 2024 meeting as amended. Motion passed 6-0. OPEN FORUM Nicole Willenbring, 1204 4th Avenue South, requested an update on the Old Athletic Field. Mr. Rogness said he is working on improvements discussed before: removing sand, adding trees and benches; and gathering cost estimates on potential capital improvement items. This spring, there will be a blacktop trail from 5th to 6th, going up to the playground. Mike Willenbring, 1204 4th Avenue South, noted there were 12 families using the park this afternoon. Trees and paths will be a huge benefit. As a neighborhood spokesperson, he would like to inform the neighbors about what is being done and what they can expect. He asked if there was any progress checking with the school district, as discussed at the last meeting. The biggest issue is the need for community involvement with decisions involving the park. Mr. Rogness said he hopes to get info on additional improvements for next month’s meeting. Jake Gottschalk, 1225 2nd Street South, thanked Mr. Rogness for what happened with the rink, saying it shows government in action. He would like to double down on the opportunity with so many families being so engaged, to possibly return the park to what it used to be. NEW BUSINESS Future Trails - Gap connection, way-finding Superintendent Rogness initiated discussion of gaps in trail connections identified by the Trail Master Plan and any other areas within the City requiring connection. Councilmember Polehna stated that wayfinding signs showing a T and an arrow are confusing. Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting February 26, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Mr. Rogness replied there are areas where the bike sign could be added. He showed maps identifying gaps that have been discussed before such as Marylane Avenue and Abercrombie; Northland Terrace; Liberty/Legends; and Sunrise Park. Commissioner Haveles asked where is the access to Nightingale Park, and Mr. Rogness replied there is a sign there but it’s almost right through someone’s backyard. Chairman Macswain commented the one that jumps out at him is 62nd Street. Commissioner Souter pointed out the importance of making connections between the future hospital site and surrounding neighborhoods. She especially appreciates the Neal Avenue improvements making it so much safer to walk. Chairman Macswain asked about West Millbrook, and Mr. Rogness said a connection to the field there would be helpful. Councilmember Polehna said the Commission should look at on-road trails too, for instance 62nd Street and Minar Avenue. Chairman Macswain said he wonders about connections to Stonebridge Elementary School, and Commissioner Souter answered there are some informal walking paths there. Mr. Rogness noted next year there will be a trail from Wilkins along the Staples Field fence tying into the new location of the playground. Commissioner Larson asked about a bike trail from Pioneer Park to Schulenberg Park. Chairman Macswain noted the area of Browns Creek that has very steep slopes could be connected to the northwest if a good solution can be found. He also mentioned the bottom of the stairway near the Oasis that ends right at the road; and connecting Anez Ridge to the neighborhood to the north. Councilmember Polehna said Greeley Street will be painted with a shared bike/parking lane. Chairman Macswain said he had an idea for a paved trail near PD Pappy’s, forcing bike traffic to the river where it’s wider, leaving Water Street for pedestrians. He asked how all these ideas will be packaged together for the Council to consider in future capital improvement plans. Councilmember Polehna replied the Commission needs to prioritize. Rick Heidick has a lot of good ideas about biking; the Commission may want to invite him to a meeting. Mr. Rogness said he will bring these ideas to the engineering department for cost estimates. Commissioner Haveles mentioned it would be helpful to have maps that show connections between downtown and other parts of Stillwater, and also more uniform on-road signage that shows riders are on the right path. Brooklyn Park is a good example of this. Commissioner Yetman added that even markers on the pavement would help. Councilmember Polehna said he will connect Rick Heidick with Commissioners Haveles and Yetman. UNFINISHED BUSINESS There was no unfinished business. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2024 Park and Trail Projects Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting February 26, 2024 Page 3 of 4 Mr. Rogness reviewed a list of planned 2024 Parks and Trail Projects at Lily Lake Park, the Old Athletic Field, Northland Park, Staples Park, and the Sunken Garden. Additionally, they are putting in concrete floor at the hockey rink to serve a dual purpose. It will be a place to put equipment if the Curling Center happens and the skateboard park has to be removed. But there hasn’t been a permanent solution to the skateboard park yet. Commissioner Yetman said he would like to see the skate park moved somewhere else. Skateboarders clearly want to be near the bridge downtown. If the City doesn’t get the kids involved, they won’t respect and use it. It should not be put far away from the rest of the public. He will get it on the agenda and get a lot of people here who would use it, to give the kids an opportunity to see how local government works. Councilmember Polehna said the City is looking at moving the skate park out of there for more parking which is needed even if there is not a curling center. Chairman Macswain voiced concern about how it is communicated. He is not sure it’s a great time to say “temporary skateboard park” because there has not been specific community engagement on that. But he definitely would like to see it get used in the summer. Commissioner Yetman said if it is advertised as more of a popup skatepark thing, users will know there’s still planning in the works. Chairman Macswain said the skate park can be discussed at a future meeting. Commission Member Updates Councilmember Polehna reported the City is working on a conceptual plan for the Aiple House to become a visitor center for the National Park Service; and conceptual plans for reuse of the Shoddy Mill; and for a 300 foot dock down there with handicapped access down the hill. Chairman Macswain asked how the Commission will give input, and Councilmember Polehna replied when the City starts working on design for the Aiple house and the Shoddy Mill, he thinks it will be brought to this Commission first. Additionally he got email today from the DNR regarding the boat launch. Commissioner Yetman said he would like to help with signage and work with local businesses. He asked if there is anybody who would be open to having a dog park closer to downtown and the river. He has been asked about this. He voiced appreciation for the work of the Commission. Councilmember Polehna said he is working with a committee of downtown businesses and restaurants to plan a grand opening of Chestnut Plaza May 19. Commissioner Larson asked if the City is involved in “Winterfest” because she has feedback to share; and Councilmember Polehna said yes; Commissioner Souter said it is more of a Chamber-organized event so she should contact the Chamber. Commissioner Larson said she was thinking about an event at Teddy Bear Park, opening it for a day this weekend because of the beautiful weather. Mr. Rogness said it would not be too much work to open it but the City would want people to know it’s going to be open for those two days and then closed again. Chairman Macswain will set up a discussion of the Old Athletic Field improvements, and meet with Commissioner Yetman about the skateboard park. Commissioner Souter asked what is happening with the curling center and if there is still any intention of including a restaurant; Councilmember Polehna said it’s still in there and the City is trying to get funding at the legislature. Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting February 26, 2024 Page 4 of 4 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Commissioner Yetman, seconded by Commissioner Souter, to adjourn. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 8:27 p.m. ___________________________________________ Dan Macswain, Chair ATTEST: ________________________________________________ Chad Rogness, Parks Superintendent STILLWATER URBAN FORESTRY & NATURAL RESOURCES UPDATE Stillwater Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Monday, April 22nd, 2024 Andrew Coyne –Natural Resources Technician AGENDA •EAB Grants •Forest Health •Tree City USA Recognition •Restoration Projects •Events Fig1: Largest white oak tree in Stillwater at Staples Park. This tree has a diameter of 59 inches. EAB23 GRANT PROGRESS •28.7K from DNR “Preparing for EAB23” Grant Program in 2023 •52 Trees removed by BJ Haines Tree Service, stumps ground by parks staff. Parks staff planting trees in May. •Residents have option to receive replacement, but are responsible for watering for 3 seasons. •22 replacements going to houses, 30 extra to plant in city parks. •Replacement species: hackberry, coffeetree, honeylocust, yellowwood, prairie horizon alder, American elm, serviceberry Fig2: Preparing for EAB23 Removal Map Fig3: Stump from a 33” diameter ash tree EAB24 GRANT PROGRESS •389K from DNR “Shade Tree Bonding Grant” in 2024. •Request for Bids being released soon. 291 trees to remove & replace. •Paying for contractor maintenance services (watering/ warranty) to ensure establishment •Replacement trees: hackberry, coffeetree, basswood, bur oak, pin oak, swamp white oak, American elm, London planetree, serviceberry Fig4: Ash Status Map for Shade Tree Bonding Grant Fig5: pink X on heavily infested ash tree FOREST HEALTH UPDATES •Drought stress increasing prevalence of several pests and diseases •In 2023, pests and diseases found in Stillwater Parks included: emerald ash borer, oak wilt, two-lined chestnut borer, armilaria root rot, rhizoshpaeraneedlecast, pine bark beetle, Dutch elm disease, fireblight, and blister canker. •Added option for new treatments w/ Rainbow Treecare •Discounted rates for Emerald Ash Borer, Two-Lined Chestnut Borer, Oak Wilt & Dutch Elm Disease •Removals in parks to be replaced w/ EAB23 grant trees Fig7: Dead elm with Elm Bark Beetle galleries Fig6: Serviceberry tree infected by Blister Canker DROUGHT & FLOOD STRESS •3 consecutive drought summers •Fine root loss •Dieback & leaf scorch •Heavy flooding in 2023 •Fine root loss & rot •Dieback •Environmental stressors leave trees vulnerable to pest & disease attacks Fig8: Bur Oak at Lowell Park infested by Two-Lined Chestnut Borer Fig9: Highwater at Bridgeview Park during April 2023 flooding EMERALD ASH BORER (EAB) •Surveyed 650+ trees in 2023 •Over half infested to some degree •291 scheduled for removal •Approx 26% are treated and healthy •City still treating approx. 70 ashes •Remaining untreated trees progressing rapidly •Will need to do another round of removals Fig10: Public Ash Tree Status in Stillwater Fig11: EAB larval feeding galleries OAK ISSUES •Oak Wilt •11 trees removed on Legends trail in 2023 •7 trees removed near Interlachen/Northland Ave in 2022 •Positive cases found in private trees around Long Lake •2 cases on south hill in late summer 2023 •2-Lined Chestnut Borer •Native cousin of EAB •Similar symptoms and death cycle •Bur oak at Lowell park was heavily infested, after being weakened by flood stress •City adding 11 largest oak trees to Rainbow’s treatment list •Armilaria root rot •Affects several tree species, but prevalent in oak forests •Common native fungus lives in soil, attacks stressed trees •Stressed oaks can have any combination of these 3, making it hard to diagnose declining oaks. Fig12: White oak infested by Two-Lined Chestnut Borer, while simultaneously infected by Armilaria Root Rot Fig13: Oak wilt infected tree in July after dropping entire canopy CONIFERS •Rhizoshpaera needlecast very prevalent on spruces •Spruces overplanted in Stillwater (18%) •Colorado Blue Spruce & White/‘Black Hills’ Spruce especially susceptible •Slow death, treatable if caught early •Treatment is costly and requires sanitation pruning followed by yearly spring fungicide treatments. •Seeing pine bark beetle attacks on stressed spruces and pines Fig14: Rhizoshpaera needlecast on blue spruce needles Fig15: Red pine infested by pine bark beetle TREE CITY USA •City applied for recognition in 2023 for Tree City USA Program. •Recognized for first time ever. Will continue to apply every year. Fig16: Giant cottonwood tree along the shoreline of Lumberjack Landing RESTORATION PROJECTS & ACTIVITIES •Croixwood Open Square •Pioneer Park •Brown’s Creek Park – •Lumberjack Landing – •Bridgeview Park •Lily & McKusick Lakes •Potential areas for forest & prairie restoration Fig18: Amanita muscaria mushroom on birch cluster at Croixwood Open Square Fig17: Underwing moth blending into young maple bark CROIXWOOD OPEN SQUARE •Concluded CPL Grant project in spring of 2023 •Removed 9 acres of buckthorn •1. 5 years after follow up treatments, less than 10% of buckthorn resurgence •Will need future follow up for buckthorn, burning bush, garlic mustard, amur maple •Replaced w/ 390 tree seedlings in grow tubes •Bur oak, red oak, basswood •This May –volunteer planting party to plant understory shrubs + deer fencing enclosures •Downy arrowwood, choke cherry, elderberry, hackberry Fig19: Basswood seedling in 6ft grow tube at Croixwood Open Square woods Fig20: Huge black cherry tree at Croixwood Open Square woods PIONEER PARK •Started CPL Grant project in April 2023 •2 acre site, removed dense coverage of buckthorn and black locust, low quality boxelder •Removed/treated garlic mustard & other weedy species •Seeded & added erosion control measures •Upcoming: establishment mowing, follow up foliar treatment for woody regrowth, tree and shrub planting •Will need future follow up for invasive control and prairie mgmt. •Should consider burning after seed establishes Fig21: Pioneer Park hillside before invasive species removal in November 2022 Fig22: Pioneer Park hillside after seed germination in April 2024 BROWN’S CREEK PARK •Ongoing prairie Restoration in 3.5 acre parcel •Tree Trust to work on removal of invasive amur maple stand, and possibly large black locust invaders •Floodplain restoration led by BCWD Fig23: Butterfly milkweed plant at Brown’s Creek Park Fig24: Bur oak tree left standing amidst forestry mowing of invasive woody plants LUMBERJACK LANDING & BRIDGEVIEW PARK •Bridgeview •Cleared 1.2 acres at south end •Buckthorn, black locust, Siberian elm •Plan to replant in fall •Tree Trust to assist w/ ash removal & bigger elm/locust stems •Lumberjack Landing •Cleared 5.5 acres at south end end of woods •Buckthorn, small black locust trees, honeysuckle •Working with Great River Greening on replacement plan, monitoring site to see what natives emerge •Plans for other units awaiting grant execution Fig25: Lumberjack Landing after woody invasive removal –April 2024 Fig26: Bridgeview Park after woody invasive removal –April 2024 LILY & MCKUSICK LAKES •LILY LAKE •Sustainable Stillwater & Friends of Lily Lake removing buckthorn in pocket of woods north of dock –almost done, few small patches of buckthorn shrubs •Planted native shrubs with help of Tropical Wings Grant •Public Works to whip seedlings in July (critical cut period) •Friends of Lily Lake trail clearing on hillside •LAKE MCKUSICK •Loosestrife Beetle Release w/ Wild Rivers Conservancy •Cleared woody invasive plants from eastern shoreline •Did not treat •Left many natives in place to take over •Will need follow up Fig27: Forested hillside at Lily Lake Fig28: Seedlings protected by fencing at Lily Lake pocket woods Fig29: Native Helianthus at Lake McKusick POTENTIAL AREAS FOR FOREST RESTORATION •Shelton Drive Woods •Lily Lake Hillside •Brown’s Creek wooded areas •Mulberry St Ravine •Nightingale Park Woods •Sunrise Park Woods •All in similar condition- •Low quality, dead, dying, diseased trees, •Invasive understory plants •Large amounts of debris •Trash & Logs Fig30: Red maple (Acer rubrum) leaf in fall Fig31: Northern red oak (Quercus rubra) whittled down by beavers at Lake McKusick POTENTIAL AREAS FOR PRAIRIE RESTORATION •HELP Grant •Browns Creek Park •Nightingale Park •Boutwell Cemetery •62nd prairie Fig33: Black-eyed susan patch near Brown’s CreekFig32: Swamp milkweed at Long Lake EVENTS •Valley Eco Fair –climate friendly tree suggestions, seedling giveaway, twig ID challenge •Pioneer Park •Saturday April 27 •11:00AM-3:00PM •Croixwood Volunteer Planting Event –300 shrubs and trees, deer fencing, removing buckthorn sprouts, garlic mustard, amur maple •Croixwood Open Square •Saturday May 18 •9:00AM –12:00PM QUESTIONS? Fig34: Rue anemone, a spring ephemeral, blooming in spring 2023 Learn Eco Actions You Can Take For a Better Future Celebrate Earth Month 25+ Vendors & Food Trucks Come by bike, walk, or carpool Family-friendly music and activities VALLEYECO FAIR SAT, APRIL 27TH | 11AM-3PM PIONEER PARK, STILLWATER, MN (Rain date Sun, April 28th, 2024) SPONSORS: sustainablestillwatermn.org/eco-fair-2024 ALL ARE WELCOME HOST BY:LEARN MORE: 4/17/24, 9:00 AM Exciting Announcement: Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater Workgroup Receives Habitat Grant! https://www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/exciting-announcement-sustainable-stillwater-mn-s-bird-city-stillwater-workgroup-receives-habitat-g 1/3 SustainableStillwaterMN Mar 25 2 min read Exciting Announcement: Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater Workgroup Receives Habitat Grant! We are thrilled to share some fantastic news with our community! Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater workgroup has been awarded a habitat grant of $1000 from Tropical Wings. This grant will support the establishment and maintenance of native shrubs and trees on a ten-acre city-owned site in Stillwater. This initiative will significantly contribute to enhancing migratory and resident bird habitat, particularly during critical stopovers in the spring and fall migration seasons. The grant funding from Tropical Wings will also directly empower us to enhance the bird habitat at Long Lake through our upcoming event: the Long Lake Bird Habitat Planting Party! 4/17/24, 9:00 AM Exciting Announcement: Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater Workgroup Receives Habitat Grant! https://www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/exciting-announcement-sustainable-stillwater-mn-s-bird-city-stillwater-workgroup-receives-habitat-g 2/3 About the Event: Date: May 18th, 2024 (Rain date: May 19th) Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Croixwood Open Square, Stillwater, MN 55082, USA The Long Lake Bird Habitat Planting Party is a family-friendly event dedicated to restoring and enhancing the bird habitat at Long Lake. We invite participants of all ages to join us for a day filled with meaningful activities, including planting native tree seedlings, erecting deer fencing, and removing invasive species. Objective: 4/17/24, 9:00 AM Exciting Announcement: Sustainable Stillwater MN's Bird City Stillwater Workgroup Receives Habitat Grant! https://www.sustainablestillwatermn.org/post/exciting-announcement-sustainable-stillwater-mn-s-bird-city-stillwater-workgroup-receives-habitat-g 3/3 Planting 300 tree seedlings to bolster the bird habitat. Erecting deer fencing around each newly planted tree to protect them. Removing invasive species such as buckthorn and garlic mustard. Why Participate? This event is an opportunity to make a tangible difference in the local ecosystem while fostering a sense of community and environmental stewardship. By joining us, you'll contribute to the preservation of local bird populations and promote biodiversity in the area. Partnership: The Long Lake Bird Habitat Planting Party is proudly hosted in partnership with the City of Stillwater and Bird City Stillwater. Together, we are committed to promoting environmental conservation and sustainability initiatives within our community. What to Bring: To ensure a successful and enjoyable experience, please remember to bring garden shovels, gloves, closed-toed shoes, water, and snacks. We recommend arriving 5-10 minutes early to check in and get situated. We are immensely grateful for the support from Tropical Wings and all our supporters for their unwavering dedication to environmental conservation and bird habitat preservation. Together, we can make a meaningful impact on the well-being of our avian companions and the ecosystems they inhabit. Join us as we come together to plant the seeds of change and cultivate a brighter, greener future for Long Lake and its feathered inhabitants. Let's celebrate and continue our efforts to create a more sustainable and bird- friendly community! Don't forget to RSVP for the event through our website here. See you there! 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C r o i x Sunrise Park Benson Park Washington Square Park Lily Lake Park McKusick Park Triangle Park Pioneer Park Schulenburg Park Settler's Park Bergman Park Legends Park Teddy Bear Park Staples Park Anez Ridge Park Heritage Square Park Nightingale Park Liberty Square Park Northland Park Meadowlark Park Ramsey-Grove Park Browns Creek Park Legends Gazebo Park Millbrook Park Creekside Park Prairie Park Public Works Park Lowell Park Bridgeview Park Lumber Jack Landing 23 Skate Park GR A N T STILLWATER TOWNSHIP OAK PARK HEIGHTS 11 22 33 44 55 H H G G F F E E D D C C B B A A 0 5,000 Feet 0 0.95 Mile Park Bathrooms March 2024 Permanent Facility Summer Portable Unit Year-round Portable Unit St. Croix Recreation Center Green Spaces School Zones   216 4th Street North, Stillwater Minnesota – 651‐430‐8800 – www.stillwatermn.gov    ATTENTION    All City of Stillwater Boards and Commission  members are requested to attend a training on    Wednesday, May 8, 2024  6 PM   at City Hall  Council Chambers    Presenter:  Kori Land, City Attorney    Per City Council, attendance is required  for those who did not attend the training last year    DETAILS:    Time: 6 PM – 7 PM 7 PM – 9 PM  Attendees: All Boards & Commissions Heritage Preservation Commission  & Planning Commission  Topics:    Conduct of Meetings Municipal Planning/Zoning   Open Meeting Law    Conflicts of Interest Public Hearings        Data Practices Act/Social Media       RSVP to Nancy Manos at nmanos@stillwatermn.gov or 651‐430‐8803.