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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005-06-27 PRC Packet STILLWATER PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD MEETING NOTICE JUNE 27, 2005 The Stillwater Parks and Recreation Board will meet on Monday, June 27, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 216 N. 4th Street The picnic scheduled for this meeting has been rescheduled for the July meeting. AGENDA Approval of May 23,2005 minutes 1. Review of park dedication requirement and offering of Millbrook development (Palmer property) 2. Other items a. Legend's Park trail update b. Surface use of South Twin Lake c. Updates . Skateboard Park · Munkelwitz Park plan adoption . Capital outlay program 2006 CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STillWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 651-430-8800 , I Stillwater Parks and Recreation Board May 23, 2005 Present: Linda Amrein, chair David Brandt, Wally Milbrandt, Cathy Sewilo and Sandy Snellman Others: Community Development Director Steve Russell, Public Works Director Klayton Eckles, Parks Director Tim Thomsen Absent: Paul Donna and Rob McGarry Ms. Amrein called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Milbrandt, seconded by Mr. Brandt, moved approval of the minutes of April 25, 2005. Ms. Amrein noted a correction to the spelling of Ana Nelson's name. Mr. Milbrandt amended his motion to approval as corrected; Mr. Brandt agreed to the amendment. Amended motion passed unanimously. Ms. Amrein introduced City Forester Kathy Widin who briefly outlined her duties/services. Munkelwitz park property final plan review: Sherri Buss, Bonestroo, Rosene and Anderlik, reviewed changes made since the last public meeting. Changes included moving the skating rink/warming house closer to the parking lot; providing a space for bus passenger drop-off; some prairie plantings and utilizing native trees/shrubs; some grading to provide a 150x220' play field; a boardwalk along the creek; and a stone path leading to an existing conifer grove which will be utilized as a natural play area. Ms. Amrein asked about the location of the play equipment. Ms. Buss said staff felt that the equipment was visible enough to work in the proposed location. Ms. Snellman asked about the location ofthe sidewalk along Neal Avenue. Mr. Eckles stated he thought when road improvements are made that Neal Avenue will shift a little to the west, but noted there is enough space for sidewalks on either side of the road. Mr. Brandt asked about access for crossing the railroad tracks; Mr. Russell said staff is working on that issue. Mr. Eckles noted that Rotary is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year and a local Rotary Club is a talking about make a donation for improvements at this park. Ms. Snellman moved to recommend that the City Council adopt the Creek concept for the Munkelwitz park property as presented in its final form. Mr. Brandt said he thought the consultants had done a good job at incorporating comments received at the last public meeting and seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. Request for naming the Munkelwitz property: The City received a request that the park be named Steven's Park in memory of the Munkelwitz's son. It was noted that the City Council had adopted the Park Board's suggested policy regarding the naming of parks. It was the Board's consensus that there should be more discussion and input regarding a possible name. Mr. Milbrandt noted there . are no immediate plans for the actual , \ development of the park and there is plenty of time to consider a possible name in the future. It was decided to make this an agenda item for later this year, and no action was taken. Request to name McKusick boardwalk trail: Sherry Mauschbaugh was present with a request to name the McKusick Lake boardwalk in honor of her late father, David Vesall, a lifelong resident of Stillwater who was director of fish and wildlife for the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and who was a champion of wetlands and the preservation of wildlife habitat. Ms. Mauschbaugh noted that her father had approached the City Council on many occasions during his lifetime and was an originator of the concept of a boardwalk along McKusick Lake. The family also proposed placing educational markers at various intervals along the boardwalk informing users as to various species/habitats etc. Mr. Milbrandt suggested that the Board needs to consider what types of things it wants named. He suggested that it might be appropriate for the family to consider placing a memorial bench at the north end of the lake. Mr. Eckles said the City has been receiving an increasing number of such requests, and he said, from a Public Works standpoint, it is not real desirable to have specific plaques identifying City amenities/facilities because of maintenance and other issues. Mr. Eckles said Public W orkslParks has identified 31 locations for the placement of benches, which could be purchased as memorials. Ms. Mauschbaugh indicated the family would be amenable to the placement of a memorial bench at the lake in lieu of naming the boardwalk. Ms. Mauschbaugh asked if the City would be interested in pursuing the idea of placing educational identifiers along the boardwalk, which the family would provide funding for. Mr. Thomsen agreed to work with Ms. Mauschbaugh to pursue the educational signage. Boutwell Cemetery site plan: Sherri Buss was present for an initial discussion regarding possible improvements to the Boutwell Cemetery site. She provided photos and reviewed the site topography and existing vegetation. She said there is an existing trail connection, and she identified three possible seating places for users to take advantage of the views afforded by the site. She said a possible structure might be a stone bench and pergola. Any kind of play area, she said, would be minimal and fit the landscape. There was some discussion of a wetlands area. Mr. Eckles said when Boutwell Road improvements are made the City will need to provide additional wetlands as a project mitigation measure and it makes sense to utilize this City-owned property which is adjacent to the project area. Members indicated no concerns regarding that use. Ms. Amrein asked about parking and suggested that an existing large moment very close to Boutwell Road posed a hazard and should be moved. She also asked about maintenance ofthe cemetery itself. Mr. Milbrandt and Ms. Snellman agreed that this should be a very passive use area. Mr. Russell suggested a loop trail would be a possible improvement as well as perimeter landscaping to define the space. F . Ms. Buss asked what the Board/City desired as a next step. Mr. Russell suggested that a possible concept plan could be brought back, perhaps as part of the Brown's Creek master trail plan. Park benches in Pioneer Park: Warren Pladsen and his daughter, Karen, were present. Mr. Pladsen had requested placing a memorial bench in Pioneer Park to honor his late wife. Mr. Pladsen said in his original correspondence with the City he h ad proposed four possible sites. He had since revised his plan to include one preferred site and one alternate site. He stated he and his wife had spent many enjoyable times in Pioneer Park and purchasing the bench would mean a great deal to himself and his family. Mr. Thomsen stated there is only one potential bench site remaining in Pioneer Park and that is reserved for Friends of Stillwater Parks. He stated the City has received so many requests that 30 such requests have been denied in the last couple of years. He pointed out that many large events take place in Pioneer Park restricting the amount of space for benches. Mr. Thomsen noted there are other areas that have been identified for possible bench locations and also noted that there currently are five benches under the pergola in Pioneer Park that could be replaced with memorial benches, but acknowledged that was probably not the most desirable location for a memorial bench. The Park Board thanked Mr. Pladsen for his interest. Kolliner Park maintenance agreement: This item was discussed briefly at the April meeting when Jim Gannon was in attendance; Mr. Gannon was not present at the May meeting. Mr. Milbrandt asked if the City had received any feedback regarding the current maintenance agreement with Mr. Gannon's group, formerly called Valley Cruisers car club. Mr. Thomsen said the group did the cleanup and the City received no complaints. It was the consensus to continue the agreement with Mr. Gannon's group. If there is any further discussion about the Stillwater Legion joining in the effort, the issue is to be brought back to the Board. StonebridgelPublic Works basketball courts: Mr. Thomsen and Mr. Eckles said in discussions with School District 834 it has been determined that because adults are not allowed on school grounds during school hours, it would not be wise to construct a large basketball court at Stonebridge School. Plans for the Stonebridge basketball court include the placement of two adult standards, and two lower standards for younger kids. Mr. Eckles noted that the City's contribution of $30,000 toward the Stonebridge playground project should be considered contribution enough for the District to provide two additional standards. Therefore, there is still money in this year's budget to proceed with the basketball court at the Public Works parks site, Mr. Eckles said. It was noted that the new court may not be a full-size court, however. Additional information will be brought to the Board as plans proceed. National Guard training center update: Included in the agenda packet was a report from Ankeny Kell which found that the Recreation Center site could accommodate a National Guard training center/community center. Mr. Russell pointed out the updated study doesn't mean the project is going to proceed, as the Guard has no funding at this time. The earliest possible date that funding might be available is 2012, he said. Mr. Milbrandt '\. . said the City might conduct a survey to determine what residents want to see III a community center. Skateboard park discussion: Mr. Russell pointed out there is $60,000 in this year's Park budget for some type of skate park facilities. Staff has looked at possible sites, and has had preliminary discussions with vendors. Mr. Thomsen showed photos of a facility in Elliot Park, Minneapolis. The Elliot Park facility is a concrete model, a model that could be installed for $40,000. It is a Tier I facility, meaning on-site supervision is not required. Mr. Thomsen said staff had looked at the Rec Center parking lot, the grassy area in front of the Rec Center and the City's salt/sand storage area west of Brine's and south of the Rec Center dome as possible sites. He said the Rec Center parking lot has been eliminated from consideration because of the slope of the site. The salt/sand storage site has an existing asphalt slab, which could be overlaid for a cost of about $9,500, while it is estimated that to improve the area in front of the Rec Center could cost as much as $40,000. Mr. Eckles noted that while there are some advantages to the area in front of the Rec Center, the salt/sand site is "ready made" and could be up and running in a short time. There was a question about noise. Mr. Thomsen said there would be no neighbors affected by any of the sites in question, and he pointed out the concrete parks do not create the noise that wooden boards do. Mr. Brandt pointed out there is good accessibility for either the site in front of the Rec Center or the site west of Brine's. He said considering the low cost investment for the Brine's site, that would seem the prudent way to proceed. Ms. Snellman moved to direct staff to pursue installation of a skateboard facility on the City-owned property south of the Rec Center dome, west of Brine's. Ms. Amrein seconded the motion. Motion passed unanimously. It was suggested that staff get inputs from young people when selecting components. Other items: Ms. Amrein pointed out that the Board usually takes a tour of several parks at its June meeting. It was decided to do so again this year. Sites mentioned for inclusion on the tour included Schulenberg Park, the trail by the Bradshaw property and the skateboard park site. The Board will meet at 6 p.m. June 27 for a short business meeting prior to the tour. Mr. Milbrandt, seconded by Ms. Snellman, moved to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. Motion passed unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Sharon Baker Recording Secretary MEMORANDUM TO: Park and Recreation Board Steve Russell, Community Development Director ~ FROM: DATE: June 9, 2005 SUBJECT: Review of Millbrook Development Proposed Parks This item was before the Park Board in February (see minutes). Since that time, the developer has meet with the Planning commission twice. At their most recent meeting of 5/31/05, the Planning Commission approved the development concept with nine conditions (see attached May 26, 2005 Planning Commission staff report). Two of the conditions relate to park and trail dedication proposed in the development. Condition #1 calls for a trail around the south side of Twin Lake. This requirement is consistent with the recently adopted City Trail plan. The location of the trail is environmentally sensitive, so its design will need to address that condition. Condition #2 calls for a full 10% dedication or 10 acres. Currently 7.4 acres of actual park is proposed. The gap in park dedication can be accomplished through cash payment or park improvements. With the location of the park along TH96 the portions of the neighborhood closer to Neal A venue are a long distance from the park. Board members may want to consider some future neighborhood park space closer to Neal A venue to provide park space for that area. Purpose of Meeting The specific purpose of this review is to review park dedication requirements and make recommendation to the City Council. City of Stillwater Parks and Recreation Board Feb. 28,2005 Present: David Brandt, Paul Dona, Rob McGarry, Wally Milbrandt, Cathy Sewilo and Sandy Snellman Others: Community Development Director Steve Russell Absent: Linda Amrein Acting Chair Wally Milbrandt called the meeting to order at 7 p.m. Approval of minutes: Mr. Milbrandt moved approval of the minutes of Jan. 24, 2005. Mr. Brandt noted a correction to a reference to Ms. Amrein in the last sentence under other business. Mr. Milbrandt amended the motion to approve as corrected. Ms. Snellman seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Election of officers: Mr. Milbrandt nominated Linda Amrein chair and Rob McGarry vice chair for 2005. Mr. McGarry indicated he would accept the nomination; Ms. Amrein had indicated she would do so at the January meeting. Mr. Brandt seconded the motion; motion passed unanimously. Mr. McGarry presided over the remainder of the meeting. Palmer property parks/open space/trail plan Mr. Russell opened the discussion by briefly reviewing the City's park and trail dedication policy and pertinent sections of the City's Comprehensive Plan, which were included in the agenda packet. Mr. Russell noted that the Palmer property, to be known as the Millbrook development, includes 107 acres net; a 7 A-acre park, as well as trails and other open space amenities are proposed. Jay Liberacki, vice president of US Homes/Orrin Thompson, developers, reviewed pertinent sections of the development booklet. He briefly reviewed the topography of the site and noted that the property is a part of two watershed districts - Brown's Creek and Carnelian-Marine; the developer has been working with both districts, he said. He reviewed the land use plan and the three types of housing. He pointed out that required setbacks and other legislated requirements all affect the plan. Mr. Liberacki explained that the large public park -and other amenities have migrated from the interior of the property, as initially proposed, to the perimeter of the site. The 7 A-acre park, as currently proposed, would be located at the northwest comer of the site off Highway 96. Mr. Liberacki suggested that location would provide a desirable park amenity at one of the entrances to the City, as well as provide a terminus for the Brown's Creek trail system. The park may include a gazebo, athletic fields, tot lot, walk system, as well as several private overlook areas. He also mentioned that docks might be provided for residents to access canoes and similar craft at South Twin Lake. Mr. Liberacki asked the Board to consider the scale of open space as compared to other developments in the City. He provided a number of photos of what people might see driving by the development. Mr. Milbrandt asked whether there would be a parking lot at the public park. Mr. Liberacki said it was thought on-street parking would be adequate as there is about 2/3 of a mile of street frontage; however, he said a lot could be added if required. Judy Gulden, who was in the audience to address the Board on another issue, asked about the use of South Twin Lake and stated she was pleased to see a trail around the lake. Mr. Milbrandt asked of all paths/trails would be for public use. Mr. Liberacki stated, as proposed, some of the walkways would be private. Mr. Russell pointed out an issue for the Board to consider is whether it wants a public trail around South Twin Lake. He said that is shown in the City's trail plan. The development plan does not provide for that. Mr. Russell also suggested the Board may want to consider restricting the use of the lake; he said at a recent Planning Commission meeting, nearby residents spoke in favor of restricting the use to non-motorized craft. Mr. Milbrandt spoke in favor a public lake trail to give as much exposure to the lake as possible. Mr. Liberacki stated that would not be the developer's preference, noting that the plan already provides for sharing of 75 percent of the development amenities. Mr. Milbrandt also suggested that prospective homebuyers need to be made aware of proposed public uses at the time of purchase, rather than after the fact. Mr. Dona asked if open space qualifies for required park dedication. Mr. Russell said that will be for the Board to determine. Mr. Milbrandt cautioned against accepting unusable "nooks and crannies" as part of the 10 percent dedication requirement as was done with the Croixwood development. Mr. Liberacki said their development's open spaces are extremely accessible and obvious public space. Mr. Dona asked whether the developer would provide the improvements at the public park. Mr. Liberacki said they would be grading, seeding and doing some planting and perhaps install a small tot lot, but it would be up to the City to provide other improvements. Mr. Russell pointed out that the development plan is still evolving, noting that the State has brought up the issue of moving the access road on Highway 96, which would have a definite impact on the park. He also pointed out that the grading plan, as submitted, shows some trails on slopes of 12-18 percent, when 6 percent is generally the maximum for creating trails. Mr. Liberacki said if the slopes are too great, that is not the intent and will be corrected. In closing comments, Mr. Milbrandt, Mr. McGarry and Mr. Brandt all spoke in favor of a public trail around South Twin Lake. Mr. McGarry also stated he would like information regarding the percentage of wetlands provided at a future meeting. .~ jfJ1ju Memo To: From: Date: Subject: Planning Commission II , Steve Russell, Community Development Director {"---'" May 26, 2005 Revised Plans for MiJlbrook Development (Palmer Property), Lundgren Brothers/Orrin Thompson, applicant. Background. This development has previously been before the Planning Commission at your meetings of February 14, 2005 and April 18, 2005 (staff report and minutes attached) . At those meetings! the following list of concerns were expressed:. April 18, 2005 Planning Commission Meeting. 1. Trail along north side of South Twin Lake (called for in'revised trail plan) 2. Summit townhouses along southern portion of Brown's Creek (recommended considering single family Glendalough along Brown's Creek Corridor) 3. Park dedication requirement (7.4 acres rather than 10 acres) 4. No public access to pond (recommended access at east and west ends) 5. Need for additional building setbacks at key corners to provide attractive landscaped entries (Neal, Glendalough Circle and Heritage Corner) 6. Need for parking for TH 96 park 7. Better access for attached housing area to guest parking and open space recreation areas 8. Open view for greenway corridor through site (remove one attached building) 9. Enhanced landscaping between backs fo houses and Brown's Creek, South Twin Lake and along park/TH 96 10. Guest parking for townhouse area . 11. Meet City public street standards for all streets February 15, 2005 Planning Commission Meeting 1. Parks acreage 2. Design of summit town homes 3. Use of lake (motors/non-motorized) 4. View of ridge buildings (row of homes on ridge) 5. Traffic on Neal Avenue 6. County plans for Manning /traffic light on 15/96 J.. .. 7. Walking trail around lake 8. Impact (noise/dust) of construction 9. Plants to block and break up view of buildings 10. Street widths 11. Concern for townhouse design via Setters Glen 12. Concern for keeping specialness of site. South Twin Lake and Brown's Creek. 13. Number of housing units/attached 14. Neal Avenue improvements 15. Setbacks at corners (Neal) 16. Connect attached housing with rest of community 17. Trail connection to Neal (Comp Trail Plan) Revised Plan. The revised plan and summary of changes are separately being distributed to Commissioner's by the applicant. The letter of submittal is attached for reference. The major change in the revised plan is replacing 46 attached townhomes located along the bluff line of Brown's Creek with 21 single family detached units (The Heritage). This change does a couple of things, it reduced the height of the structures from three stories to 1 story and walkout and provides significant landscaping to break up the rear elevation of the single family residences. Additional significant landscaping is shown along the eastern edge of The Heritage units next to South Twin Lake. This change has eliminated the three story Summit attached single family units and applies the Metropolitan attached single family design in locations that take advantage of the rear garage locations and front pedestrian street scape/open space relationship. The changes in unit composition has resulted in a distribution of units more in line with the Comprehensive Plan land use designation (single family 65%, attached 360/0). Other plan concerns previously mentioned that need further discussion include: ~ Trail on south side of South Twin Lake ~ 7.4 acres of park dedication (10 acres required) ~ Public access to single family pond (need better access) ~ Building setback key corners (provided) ~ Need for parking for 7.4 acres park area (40 on-street parking spaces proVided/additional can be provided in park - Park Board). ~ Guest parking for attached (on-street spaces shown on plan, some of internal units may need additional guest parking with closer access) ~ Open view of greenway corridor through site (attached units changed to single family providing better visual access) H:\mcnamara\sheila\2005\Memo 5-31-05 CPC special mtg pahner property.wpd ..t ~ Enhance landscaping between backs of houses and Brown's Creek (additional landscaping shown on concept plan, specifics needed in future review) ~ Meet City street standards. This needs to be reviewed as it relates to street width parking and fire access. The roundabouts and road medians should also be further reviewed for design and function. ~ A comprehensive trail plan for the site is needed showing location, type of trail, surfacing width and for what use Other Reviews. MnDOT controls site access to TH 96. They have reviewed the plans and conceptually approved the roadway access location. Watershed District approval is also required. The Watershed Districts have reviewed the concept plans as specifics are available. Actual permit review will be required with final plat application. Review Process. At this point in the review process, the revised plans should be considered for recommendation to the City Council. Comments on any outstanding concerns such as trails, street design, parks, open space, etc., should be added to the recommendations so the applicant can respond further to the concerns. After Joint Board and City Council approval of the concept plan, the application will come back to the Commission for final review (annexation, PUD, subdivision, comp plan and zoning amendment) by the Commission, Joint Board and Council before final project approval. Recommendation: Approval of revised concept plan with conditions. Conditions 1. The lake trail shall be extended around South Twin Lake. 2. The parks plan shall be referred to the Parks Board for review and approval (7.4 - 10 acres). 3. The street plan and traffic circle/medials shall be further reviewed for design and function. 4. Fire Department concern regarding street width, parking and design shall be reviewed by the City Traffic Engineer. 5. A detailed landscape plan shall be provided showing buildings screening along Brown's Creek and South Twin Lake. 6. Specific housing designs shall be reviewed and approved by the Planning Commission. 7. Site grading shall be reviewed by the Engineering Department. 8. The phasing of project development shall minimize the traffic impact on Neal Avenue. 9. A master trail plan shall be developed with City staff input including trail location, type of trail, surfacing, use, width and construction. H:\mcnamara\shei1a\2005\Memo 5-31-05 CPC specialmtg palmer property.wpd . " . -~ ,- DAHLGREN SHARDLOW AND. UBAN INCORPORATED CONSULTING PLANNERS LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS 300 FIRST AVENUE NORTH SUITE 210 MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401 612.339.3300 Stillwater Park and Recreation Board June 27,2005 Meeting MILLBROOK DEVELOPMENT CONCEPT PLAN Palmer Property, Stillwater, MN Introduction The Mil/brook development (previously known as Homestead) proposed for the Palmer property, has been discussed and revised in recent months and receivt:d a unanimous recommendation for concept approval from the Planning Commission on May 31. Among the conditions of approval from the Planning Commission was review of the park issues. We are bringing the Millbrook Concept Plan to the Park and Recreation Board for concept approval as well, so that park, trail, and open space issues can be better understand as we prepare to take it to the Joint Planning Board in July, then to the City Council in August. As a Concept Plan we want to have a general understanding of the amount, location, and type of park, trail and open space areas shown on the plan. We do not expect all details to be worked out, such as the design of facilities in the park, exact location of trails, exact construction details of park and trail facilities, etc. What we would like to discuss, and get the Board's recommendation for approval on, is the size and location of the public park, the size and general location of public trails and open spaces, the size and general location of other private park and open spaces, and agreement that the entire system represents a fair contribution under the city's Park dedication policies. This memo and attached graphics summarize our proposal. Park Dedication Policies We are presenting the park and open system in the Millbrook Concept Plan under the city's park dedication policies, which include the following: · 10% land dedication for residential density of2.0-3.5 units/acre (Millbrook is about 2.5 u/a) · Community Park dedication of 3 acres per 1,000 population · Neighborhood Park dedication of 7 acres per 1,000 population · Up to 30% reduction in land dedication if other public and private open space is acceptable to the city. We believe the open space system in Millbrook easily meets and exceeds these standards. Millbrook Park, Trail and Open Space System The overall Millbrook Concept Plan is illustrated on the attached map, and the park, trail, and open space system is further detailed on other graphics. The system involves a public park on the north side adjacent to Highway 96 and major trail corridors connecting the park, Highway 96, South Twin Lake, Brown's Creek and other internal open spaces. We propose the public park and several major trail corridors be .. '. Stillwater Park and Recreation Board June 27, 2005 2 publicly dedicated, the remaining open space being private open space under the homeowners association (BOA). We are open to discussing modifications to the areas that are public vs. private, but we want to show that there is more than enough land involved to easily meet any reasonable requirements. The overall park, trial and open space areas involved are as follows, with their percentage of the overall 109-acre site, net of wetlands, ponds, infiltration basins, and steep slopes: Public Park Public Trail corridors (50' wide) Private Open Space (upland) 7.7 acres 6.3 acres 26.6 acres 7.1 % 5.8 % 24.4 % Total 40.6 acres 37.2% In addition, the following contribute in some manner to the open space system: Wetlands, ponds, slopes 27.5 acres We have also attached a graphic analyzing on-street parking in the vicinity of the townhouses and public park to illustrate that there is more than adequate parking, even without a parking lot within the park. Parkland Dedication Calculations Based on the city's policies noted above, we calculate Millbrook's fair share of park land dedication as follows. The calculations are based on 109 net acres of land and 269 units in the proposed plan. . 10% of Land: o 109 acres net x 10% = 10.9 acres required o 14.0 acres proposed to be dedicated in public park and trail corridors o 26.6 acres additional private open space · Neighborhood Park - 7 acres per 1,000 population · Community Park - 3 acres per 1,000 population · Total - 10 acres per 1,000 population: o Using Park Policy numbers (1990 Census) - 2.8 persons per household: 2.8 p. x 269 units = 753 population (75.3% of 1,000 population, or 7.53 ac.) o Using 2000 Census - 2.64 p/HH: 2.64 p. x 269 units = 710 population (71.0%, 7.1 ac.) o Using 2003 Met Council estimates - 2.57 p/HH: 2.57 p. x 269 units = 691 population (69.1 %, 6.91 ac.) o Using DSU estimates based on actual units to be built* - 2.11 p/H: 2.11 p. x 269 units = 568 population (56.8%, 5.68 ac.) * Glendalough SF: 2.8 p/HH; Heritage SF: 1.8/HH; Metropolitan attached: 1.6 p/HH As the numbers indicate, using the 10% overall figure we provide more than enough land with the combined park and trail corridor dedication (14.0 ac.). The public park by itself (7.7 ac.) meets the 70% rule. Using the highest population and household numbers from the City's policy, Millbrook's population would only require combined Neighborhood and Community parks of 7.53 acres. The public park we propose is larger than this - 7.7 acres. In addition, we propose dedicating the major trail corridors, as well as providing substantial other private open space. If we used the more recent population and household numbers Millbrook's share of public park land dedication would be lower, perhaps as low as 5.68 acres. . . Stillwater Park and Recreation Board June 27, 2005 3 Conclusion The Millbrook project has been discussed at great lengths by the Lundgren team and we believe we have addressed the most important issues previously discussed. The Concept includes 269 units total, down from 298 and 284 units previously, and down from 388 we believe is allowed under the City's Land Use Plan. We have achieved this by replacing the southerly row of townhouses with single family on the west end of the site. This will not only reduce the overall density but will create a better edge condition, the single family homes in this area being single level plus walkout, rather than the three-level townhomes proposed earlier. We have shown an extensive trail plan along South Twin Lake and Browns Creek. We have not shown a trail all the way around South Twin Lake, but believe the overall park and trail plan will provide more than enough options for walkers and bicyclists to get to the various recreational features in the area. If the city insists on a trail on the south side of South Twin Lake, we would allow it to happen, but would request that it be placed at the toe of the slope near the lake and not in the back yards of single family homes. We believe that this will be difficult or impossible to engineer without significant interference with the trees, wetlands, or the lake itself. The features that we had included previously are still in the plan, meeting DNR's open space PUD calculations, providing buffering and screening at the edges, traffic calming along the main internal street, and others. The current plan now contains fewer units in a more sensitive arrangement than any the city has seen or suggested for the site. The overall park, trail and open space system provides more than adequate land and opportunities for active and passive recreation in a unique setting. We look forward to discussing it with you. Philip Carlson, AICP, Senior Planner Dahlgren, Shardlow, and Uban, mc. for Lundgren/Orrin Thompson ~ - J .-"~.- .,G> .- -- l I I I , I I Development Summary Heritage SF (60', 7,500 sf+) 71 lots Glendalough SF (75', 10,000 sf+) 1 02 lots Metropolitan ASF (4s, 5s, 6s) 96 units Total 269 units ~, l,.,I-"-S; 1 'So" T\f TIN I.- I I I . 'IJ~'J~ I 1111" i ~.../ pv~_ ~.-P:-') : .' .~. =-t'. J " (~.. -I (' Millbr_qq_~ . --:-~--""- -,~-~--- - --- -- -~----". 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As discussed in the email, the Homeowners Association is willing to put $4,500 towards construction of a bituminous path. Also, the Homeowners Association will purchase a number of trees to enhance the landscaping of the park. Given that the trail improvements will enhance the park and the City has money in its park improvement fund this year, we could complete these additional trail improvements for a cost of about $9,000. The City share would only be $4,500 or Yz of the cost. The Homeowners Association would see to it that the trees are planted all at its expense. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that Council approve the expenditure of$9,000 upon receiving a $4,500 donation from the Legends Homeowners Association for the construction of a bituminous path in Legends Park I Legends Park Path Page 1 of' Klayton Eckles From: Tim Thomsen Sent: Thursday, June 02, 2005 9:16 AM To: Klayton Eckles; Diane Ward; Steve Russell Subject: FW: Legends Park Path HERE IS WHAT THEY WILL COMMIT TO FOR LEGENDS PARK. TimT -----Original Message----- From: Pierson, Jim [MIS] [mailto:jim.pierson@medtronic.com] Sent: Monday, May 23,20059:10 AM To: Tim Thomsen Subject: Legends Park Path Tim, For now, we are able to commit about $4500 to the cost of the path, plus the purchase of the blossoming trees along the path upon completion. Please let me know what the final plans are for paths for the City as soon as you can. Thanks, Jim Protected by a Spam Blocker Utility. Click here to protect your inbox from Spfim. 6/2/2005 TKDA FY.c LL----- ENGINEERS' ARCHITECTS' PLANNERS 1500 Piper Jaffray Plaza 444 Cedar Street Saint Paul, MN 55101-2140 Mr. Steve Russell City of Stillwater 216 North 4th Street Stillwater, Minnesota 55082 (651) 292.4400 (651) 292-0083 Fax www.tkda.com May 18, 2005 Re: Resolution Requesting Limitations on Motorized Watercraft on South Twin Lake TKDA Project No. 13285.000 Dear Mr. Russell: On May 12,2005, the Stillwater Town Board adopted a resolution requesting that the City of Stillwater and the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources limit the usage of South Twin Lake to non-motorized watercraft. The Board understands the resource limitations of the lake including its small size, shallow depth, and muddy bottom and would not lend itself to motorized use. In addition, with the impending U.S. Homes development to the west of South Twin Lake, there could be increased pressure to use the lake for recreation. For these reasons, the Town Board would strongly urge the City to limit the usage ofthe lake to non-motorized watercraft such as canoes, kayaks, small sailboats, and padd1eboats propelled by human power. We appreciate your consideration of this request. If you need other information or further explanation regarding this action, please call me at 651/292-4474. Sincerely, ~t5.~ Richard E. Thompson, AICP Town Planner RET:jls Enclosure cc: Sheila-Marie Untiedt, Chair Pat Bantli, Clerk Jay Liberacki, Orrin Thompson An Employee Owned Company Promoting Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity /t}.J-<:UUJ lJ'J<: I,^,UH L'Jl .:....-_'..::... ULJ0~ I . .-1~ RESOLUTION NO. RESOLUTION REGARDING NON-MOTORIZED BOATS AND ACCESS TO SOlITH TWIN LAKE STILLWATER TOWNSHIP, MINNESOTA WHEREAS, South Twin Lake is currently entirely within Stillwater Township; and WHEREAS, South Twin Lake is a Natural Environment Lake, as detennined by the criteria found in Minnesota Regulations, Part 6120.3300 and the Protected Waters Inventory Map for Washington County, Minnesota; and WHEREAS, natural environment lakes are generally small, often shallow lakes with limited capacities for assimilating the impacts of development and recreational use; and WHEREAS, South Twin Lake is a small, shallow lalce with limited area for use of motorized watercraft; and WHEREAS, intensive private, residential development is planned for the west and south sides of the lake; . NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that Stillwater Township, in consideration of the abovementioned facts, hereby requests the City of Stillwater and the MilUlesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to take appropriate actions to limit the usage of South Twin Lake to non-motorized watercraft to include canoes, kayaks, small sailboats (under 20 feet) and paddleboats propelled by hwnan power; and Shiela-Marie Untiedt ~ . lerk ~'t..u, (5 ~t'r\.O ec- ~ J AcJi~ c.,er/~ 5' ....J2-0< Date TOTAL P. 132 '- 1. .. Memorandum ~ To: From: Date: Subject: Mayor and City Council Steve Russell, Community Development Director ~ June 2, 2005 Skateboard Park Construction Background. The Capital Improvement Program for 2005 has $60,000 for a skateboard facility. The Parks and Recreation Commission and staff has reviewed various possible City sites that could accommodate a skateboard facility and recommend the City owned site just west of Brine's and south of the dome as the best site. Reasons for recommending the location is compatibility with surrounding uses, exposure to surrounding streets, availability of existing asphalt pad and use of space in winter for overflow Recreation Center parking. The 2+ acres site can easily accommodate the 50' x 160', 8,000 square foot skateboard park. The facility would include the asphalt pad, 42' - 48' fencing around the pad, driveway and parking improvement (grade). The costs of the site work and pad improvements is estimated at $15,000 maximum. This leaves $45,000 available for skateboard modules. It is recommended at this point that $25,000 - $30,000 would be used to purchase modules (ramps, street elements, quarter pipes, rails and banks) for this year. Depending on the use and success of the park, additional modules could be purchased at a later date. It is suggested that seating be provided for visitors or parents (see concept skateboard plan attached). It is estimated at this point a total of $45,000 be authorized for site work and purchase of skateboard modules. The Parks and Recreation Commission at their meeting of May 23, 2005 recommended the Recreation Center site and purchase of equipment as determined by City staff and skateboard uses. Recommendation: Approval of $15,000 maximum for site improvements and $30,000 for skateboard components (resolution). GV /' Attachments: Location map and concept site plan & -l --1J S rV f' !~ . 2CftJ1-~( I I I I J,/'--r . ! I I 1/ . -,./ r L Location Map j R21W R20W Rl9W TUN TltN PIN nJN rnN T28N T21N R1'2W 8.21 W R1<>W Vicinity Map o 378 Scale in Feet ThIldrawinllil;lt1fi1~ltofaCOlTlpll~OI1 aodrepro<lJdlonofl8r\drecordilslhev etlpellf' in ~ar1(M Washington Courty oNlCe!! 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W\JsI1ln~ ColXlv is oo! reS!)onslblefor&nylnecwredes ~,fI(61;~'t.J87~ountVSurvel'lr's omca P~I dele bllStd on A$4QO InformetiO!'1 aJrrentlhrl1'Qh:ApriI.1O,100S Mepprint&d: June 2. 2005 ':?\- .. Memo To: From: Date: Subject: Mayor and City Council Steve Russell, Community Development Director U June 7, 2005 Skateboard Park Components Two skateboard park layouts are submitted for approval. One is using City funds only for $29,999.85. A second design for $59,999.76 contemplates nonprofit donation assistance in funding the facility. At this point, we are asking for approval of both bids. The higher bid based on a donation. The City funds for the facility is in the 2005 CIP. Recommendation: Approval of both bids, the higher the bid based on donation assistance. Attachments: Quote for skateboard components. ,,- St. Croix Recreation Company, Inc. 225 N. Second Street Stillwater, MN 55082 (651)430-1247 Fax (651)430-9231 e-mail stcroixjj@mcleodusa.net website www.stcroixrec.com Quote City of Stillwater Attn: Steve Russell Date 61712005 Contact Project Skate park Phone # 430-8821 Fax 430-8810 In compliance with your request of June 2, 2005 for a price quotation on skate park equipment supplied by Solo, we submit the following: No. Item No. Description Unit Price Extended 2 PY3 3' Pyramid Ramp $ 3,735.00 $7,470.00 1 BK4 4' Bank W/Guardrail $ 5,165.00 $5,165.00 1 BK3 3'Bank $ 3,835.00 $3,835.00 1 QP3 3' Quarter Pipe $ 3,665.00 $3,665.00 1 RA02S Assending Square Rail $ 575.00 $575.00 1 R103 Pyramid Rail $ 685.00 $500.00 1 BE02 6' 10" Gym Bench $ 575.00 $575.00 Discount ($4,372.00) Quotation in effect until July 30, 2005 Sub Total $17,413.00 We quote F .O.B. Stillwater, MN Freight $ 7,000.00 Shipment can be made in 8 weeks ARO! Sales Tax $1,586.85 Terms are Net 30 Days! Installation $ 4,000.00 I I I I I I I I Total $29,999.85 Purchase order should be made out ot St. Croix Recreation Co. Inc. Send the order to the above address or fax, thereby authorizing shipment and acceptance of the the terms. Please include Bill To:, Ship To:, and tax exempt # if applicable. By ~DLDiJ ra mpswith attitude ~~ /' . Toll free: 1 877 293-4384 Toll free fax: 1 888 321-8947 E-mail: sales@soloramps.com Web: www.soloramps.com Location: Stillwater Skate Park, Price: 30,000$ Surface: 50' X 150' .~- .--~~, -........... --,~"". ~/ ~-~~ ~- I ~--. ---J ..-~--' ......... l fJo P8!1:?:' ~iS ~~~t ~~~e re~~uced ~n!~:{ fo~ rlh~~~V9r wilho.u.1 p~rmiSS}On O!-~ol~R8mp~ .. _____ i Drawn by: Approved by: Nicolas M. Nancy G. ~_._-. . -,_._~._-+_.. -"'---" ~-----,-- I Date: File No. , 05-06-07 PA-Slillw056-08 -, .. . I ~W~DLDt) I rampswithattitude DO Toll free: 1 877293-4384 To/l free fax: 1 888 321-8947 E-mail: sales@soloramps.com Web: www.soloramps.com ] j[[] No~rt of!1Jis document (!lay- be rep!Qduced in any.fQ.1J7:l whats,Q;!Jver.withoul p~rmi~ion of SoIo_ R8!"~ Location: Stillwater Skate Park I Price: 30,000$ Surface: 50' X 150' [] DO i I I _.__--1 I Drawn by: Approved by: 1___._ Nicolas M. ; Nancy G. . Date:-----rFik;N;;-.-----. -- I 05-06-07 . PA-Stillw056-o8 St. Croix Recreation Company, Inc. 225 N, Second Street Stillwater, MN 55082 (651)430-1247 Fax (651)430-9231 e-mail stcroixjj@mcleodusa.net website www.stcroixrec.com Quote City of Stillwater Attn: Steve Russell Date 6/7/2005 Contact Project Skate park Phone # 430-8821 Fax 430-8810 In compliance with your request of June 2, 2005 for a price quotation on skate park equipment supplied by Solo, we submit the following: No. Item No. Description Unit Price Extended 1 Plaza Fun Box $ 45,200.00 $45,200.00 1 BK4 4' Bank W/Guardrail $ 5,165.00 $5,165.00 1 BK3 3'Bank $ 3,835.00 $3,835.00 1 QP3 3' Quarter Pipe $ 3,665.00 $3,665.00 1 RA02S Assending Square Rail $ 575.00 $575.00 1 RA01 Straight Round Rail 12" High $ 500.00 $500.00 1 BE02 6' 10" Gym Bench $ 575.00 $575.00 Discount ($15,811.00) Quotation in effect until July 30, 2005 Sub Total $43,704.00 We quote F.O.B. Stillwater, MN Freight $ 7,000.00 Shipment can be made in 8 weeks ARO! Sales Tax $3,295.76 Terms are Net 30 Days! I nsta Ilation $ 6,000.00 I I I I I I I I Total $59,999.76 Purchase order should be made out ot St. Croix Recreation Co. Inc. Send the order to the above address or fax, thereby authorizing shipment and acceptance of the the terms. Please include Bill To:, Ship To:, and tax exempt # if applicable. By -y~()t . J ohnp"J ohnsen 1---'- \:.~DLD~) rampswith attitude --.-~~ ~- _/ / -~ -~---~---..- ....... Toll free: 1 877293-4384 Toll free fax: 1 888321-8947 E-mail: sales@soloramps.com Web: www.soloramps.com ~/ i ~q~aJt of th~_~umflnl m_aYJ~~~~dUCBdin~~~~!!rwi/hOUI Pflrmis..siQfl. of Solo Ra~ Location: Stillwater Skate Park , Price: 60,000$ Surface: 50' X 150' i I ....... ..~-~~~-_.. ~... -~ ...~~ . Drawn by: : Nicolas M. f------.- ! Dale: -" .------.....~. i ~ , ---~._~. l' ..--.............. ~ -- . I Approved by: Nancy G. I FileNo. i PA-5lillw056-:07 05-06-07 ! j i I . .---1 i '~DLDfJ ra m pswith attitude r- [I] Toll free: 1 877 293-4384 Toll free fax: 1 888321-8947 E-mail: sales@soloramps.com Web: www.soloramps.com Location: Stillwater Skate Park, Price: 60,000$ Surface: SO' X 1 SO' I III I [] DO .1 ___._.-.-J Drawn by: Approved by: i- _ NicOlas~:__.,__~a_n~ Dale: ' Fila No. 05-06-07 PA-Stfflw056-07 ~~o ~a-,! O:.I~~ gocum~nt_rr~1..~e.reproc!ucedjn BIJ>' fP'I!' wf1~tsoeVBr wilhCJl!~issio'lP! Solo Ra.'!1P~ - .---.. -.--. ---"-".. .' .) - ~'^~) s~S) ./ Memorandum To: From: Date: Subject: Mayor and City Council Steve Russell, Community Development Director f2-- June 1, 2005 Consideration of Approval of Munkelwitz Property Park Plan The Park and Recreation Commission held two public hearings to consider park improvement plans for the Munkelwitz Property. The meetings were advertised, noticed and attended by a good representation of neighborhoods. The Munkelwitz Property is adjacent to and an extension of the Brown's Creek Natural Area as well as a needed neighborhood park for the Oak Glen/Creekside Crossing neighborhoods. Sherri Buss and Anna Nelson from Bonestroo and Associates assisted the Park and Recreation Commission and City staff in developing the plan. The attached plan and preliminary budget provide direction for park improvement that can be used in programming phased improvements. Sherri Buss will attend the Council meeting and present the plan. As can be seen, the plan provides play areas for two age groups, 2-5 and 5-12 and shade pavilion picnicking. Two play areas, a 150' x 220' size area is located iin the northwest quadrant of the site for junior soccer or T-ball practice. A more informal "front yard" play area is provided between Neal and the play areas. It is anticipated that some visitors to the park will drive requiring a small parking area/bus drop off (winter high school trail skiing). An ice rink and warming house is shown on the north side of the railroad tracks with an improved parking area. The north side would remain the main parking area for trail use. The trail system contained the Munkelwitz Property Park connects to Brown's Creek, Creekside Crossing (existing) and Neal trail (proposed). The City Parks and Recreation Commission recommended approval of the plan at their meeting of May 23, 2005. The $667,000 cost estimate is provided as an overall estimate for off the shelf costs. Many times these costs can be reduced by combining improvements with related City projects, use public works crews or through volunteer or fund raising projects. Recommendation: Approval of Munkelwitz Property Park plan. t-/~~ ~-U eYe ,.- \ I " /.",.. / CCNNECTION TO TR4I1.$ " " ......- o o gctJ ~ 0 0 0 0 0 ^ ----:..- 0 o 15' 30' IJI'_ SCAtE: IN~'i'iEr 60' ::Ll o ~ .~.n UU~ ~c~i ~ aJ +-- co 1 ~ .~ .,...... C/J ~ o ~ +--' .--c U ~ ~ : <l.) - --..- : ~ ; ;; - . - = '- . - ;