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STILLWATER PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
MEETING NOTICE
MAY 22, 2000
The Stillwater Parks and Recreation Board will meet on Monday. May 22. 2000 at 7:00 p.m. at
Stillwater City Hall in the Council Chah1bers Conference Room 213, 216 N, 4th Street.
AGENDA
1, Approval of April 24, 2000 minutes,
2, New Business:
a, Review oftrail and open space concept for park dedication requirement forfourlot
subdivisions located on 22,75 acres at the NW corner ofCR 5 and TH 36, (Case
SUB/00-30)
b, Initial review of trail and park plan forthe Phase II expansion area, U,S, Home, applicant.
c, Discussion on creek side crossing nature trail, neighborhood residents,
d, Discussion of city wide trail plan,
e, Discussion of Boutwell Parks and Public Works Yard,
f. Request from David Rochlin to sell glow necklaces on the 4th of July, (see attached
registration form)
3, Old Business:
a, Update on Ordinance enabling Park and Recreation Commission,
b, Update on Legends Park plan alternatives,
. c, Update on Disc Golf Course Improvements,
CITY HALL: 216 NORTH FOURTH STILLWATER, MINNESOTA 55082 PHONE: 651-430-8800
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4, Other items
5, Adjournment
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Parks and Recreation Board
April 24, 2000
Present: Del Peterson, chair
Linda Amrein, Rich Cummings, Dawn Flinn, David Junker, Rob McGarry,
Wally Milbrandt, and Steve Wolff
Others: City Administrator Nile Kriesel, Community Development Director Steve Russell,
Engineer Klayton Eckles and Police Chief Larry Dauffenbach
Absent: Mike Polehna and Sara Thingvold
Mr, Peterson called the meeting to order at 7 p,m,
Approval of minutes: Mr. Junker, seconded by Mr, Milbrandt, moved approval of the minutes of
March 27,2000; all in favor.
Mulberry Street Ravine
Mr, Eckles explained the project will be done in phases, The City has received a $1,1 million
loan from the State, The first phase of the project will be constructed from the ravine to the St.
Croix River, The second phase of the project will be from the ravine to Owens Street; the "basic
guts" of the storm sewer system for the entire length of the project will be designed as part of
phase 1. Mr. Eckles said the trail issue seems to be most important to the neighborhood, and he
said it's an issue affecting all city trails, He said there is no reason to push the issue as funding is
not available for phase 2, and he suggested that the Park Board look at the trail system in depth
to determine what, if any, recreation uses should be allowed/provided,
Mr. Wolff asked if the storm sewer pipe would definitely go through the ravine. Mr. Eckles
responded that the City Council has ordered the plans and specs for the pipe to be placed in the
ravine, The ravine is city-owned, Mr, Eckles pointed out, and some type of park use has always
been discussed, The Park Board will determine the surface for the trail. Staff has recommended a
blacktop surface to provide access for maintenance equipment; the neighbors have made it clear
they do not want a blacktop surface, he said,
Mary Scheel, 414 W, Mulberry, said she was concerned about having a park "in a pit" and an
open channel of water in a big storm event. She also stated that the situation would be even more
dangerous if the Mulberry Street access is improved,
Mr. Eckles addressed the issue of ponding during large storm events. He said there is no plan for
a pond, During an extreme storm event, there will be some ponding of water until it can get into
the catch basin/sewer system just as happens in all areas of the City in large storm events, It is a
very temporary situation, he said,
Diane Scheel, 502 W, Maple, said she understood that access for maintenance equipment would
only be necessary every four or five years, not enough to warrant a paved trail. She cited a
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concern about the volume of people who might be using a paved trail; she also suggested that the
steep grades going into the ravine were a handicap access issue,
A resident of Park Place noted that no one has ever suggested putting a bike path in the Brown's
Creek nature area, He said there already are established areas for biking and other corridors
available for recreation use, He asked the Board to look at the ravine as a special nature area, like
Brown's Creek.
Allen Lavalier, 707 Maple St., pointed out this project is required because of bituminous surfaces
and having a paved surface in the ravine will just add to the runoff, He said there are already
some pipes in the ravine that have been there for a 100 years which would indicate a paved
access for maintenance is not necessary,
Mr, Russell suggested that the Park Board look at the issue of an overall trail system, Without an
overall system, he said, decisions become too immersed in neighborhood issues, Ms, Amrein
asked if in the Comprehensive Plan, the concept was for all trails to be paved/multi-use, Mr,
Russell said some trails are designated as natural trail such as those in the Brown" Creek area,
while others are designated recreational trails; there is some definition in the City's
trailway/greenway plan, Ms, Amrein asked what the ravine is designated as in the plan; Mr,
Russell said it is designated as a recreational trail.
Mr. Peterson brought the discussion to a close by noting that a decision is not needed until the
next construction season, and asked that staff come up with some options for the Board to
consider.
Long Lake Trail Update
Mr, Russell said this issue is not totally resolved, Mr. Kriesel said the Council approved the final
plat for Phase 3 and 4 of the Liberty on the Lake development but did not address the trail issue,
Mr. Peterson noted the Park Board voted on its recommendation at the March meeting, and it is
now up to the Council to act on the Board's recommendation.
Gary Kriesel, 1451 Lydia Circle, asked if additional input would be allowed from residents, Mr.
Peterson reiterated that the Board had voted at the last meeting and made its recommendation to
the Council; Ms, Amrein noted the Council doesn't always follow the Board's recommendation,
Gary Kriesel urged the Board to take a strong look at trail uses and provide areas where people
can just go for a walk.
Joe Arndt, a property owner in Liberty on the Lake, asked that a decision on the trail use be
postponed until the area is fully developed, He also stated that the purpose of the trail is to allow
owners access to Long Lake and property they own on the lake,
Mr, Peterson again noted the City Council has not acted on the matter, and it may be appropriate
for Mr, Arndt to bring his issues to the Council. Mr, Arndt asked when the Council might be
taking action on the issue; City Administrator Kriesel said no definite date has been set, but he
will try to notify property owners,
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Legends Park Plan
Mr. Russell reported that Planner Sue Fitzgerald and Park Director Tim Thomsen had met with
neighbors and sent out questionnaires regarding preferences to develop plan options, Another
neighborhood meeting will be held, and the final plan brought back to the Park Board for
comment.
Settlers' Park Update
Mr, Russell reported that development will take place as part of phases 3 and 4 of the Liberty
development. Cost will be paid by the developers and Water Board, Mr, Cummings asked about
making the surface of the water reservoir multi-purpose, rather than limited for tennis courts, It
was pointed out that basketball courts are available at Rutherford School a very short distance
from the park.
Territorial Prison Trail
Amy Stefan presented sketches of possible interpretive areas - a trailhead by the former guard
house; the foundation of an original prison building; the caves; how the wall was constructed;
and Battle Hollow, She said one change from her previous presentation is that there will be no
on-site ponding for the City storm sewer project, and the developers are not sure at this point if
they will provide ponding or tie into the City's storm sewer system, She noted the scope of her
work is schematic design only,
Mr. Milbrandt asked about funding, Mr, Russell said the City is applying for State funding and
grants due to the historical nature of the site, Mr, Milbrandt also asked about the surface of the
trail. Ms, Stefan responded that the trail is a walking path; the issue of the surface will be
addressed at a later date - when more information is available from developers and when
funding becomes available.
Ms, Amrein reiterated a concern expressed at the initial presentation, that of providing access
from Pioneer Park and a concern about the condition of the lower stairways. Mr, Eckles said the
Historical Society doesn't want the steps, and the steps probably will be removed sometime this
summer,
Ms. Amrein moved to accept the concept plan; Ms, Flinn seconded the motion, Motion passed
unanimously,
Discussion of Park Policing
Police Chief Larry Dauffenbach spoke to the Board, He noted the main problem in parks is
vandalism, not crimes against people, He stated, "Crime in general is not a police problem, it's a
community problem," Unless people call and report suspicious activity, there is little the Police
Department can do, he said, While police do spotlight checks at night, some parks, such as
Sunrise Park, are neady impossible to do because of access issues, When asked if there is
adequate lighting in the parks, the Chief responded that parks such as Lily Lake and Lowell Park
are good, but others, including Pioneer Park with the new design, are not.
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When asked about issues such as the complaints about the use of the basketball court at Staples
Field, the Chief said the police department wants residents to call police with complaints and not
confront the situation themselves,
Regarding the possible use of volunteers to assist with park patrol, the Chief stated that the
requirements for licensing and training and liability issues are huge problems, He suggested
changing the shifts of park employees during the summer months might be a more feasible
consideration,
Mr. Amrein suggested sending a letter to neighbors living adjacent to parks and asking them to
be more alert to suspicious activity, Mr. Dauffenbach agreed that would be a good idea,
Heritage Park Use
Shelly Tompkins, representing the Liberty Homeowners Association, appeared regarding a
request to waive the park use fees for certain Homeowner Association-sponsored events
scheduled throughout the year in Heritage Park. Ms, Tompkins noted the Association pays for
the maintenance of the park, even though it is a public park. The request is waive the use fee for
Association-sponsored events, The Association would be responsible for cleanup after the
events, A requested schedule of events would be provided to the Park Department early each
year, and a $100 deposit paid; the deposit would be carried over from event to event and returned
in November upon satisfactory cleanup,
Ms, Tompkins was asked if the park would be closed to the public during such events, She
responded that the park would still be open to the public, but participation in the specific event
limited to members of the Homeowners Association,
Mr. Cummings moved approval of the request. Ms, Amrein seconded the motion; motion passed
unanimously,
St. Croix Recreation Center Management Agreement
Mr, Kriesel said he strongly recommended approval of the management agreement with St.
Croix Caterers, He said St. Croix Caterers is exceeding expectations on the revenue side, The
agreement (5/1/00-4/30/01) is similar to the current agreement and anticipates the operation of
the second ice sheet.
Mr. Junker asked if actual P&Ls were available, Mr, Kriesel said that information is available in
the detailed audit files, He also noted the budgetary information provided is just for St. Croix
Caterers and does not include any donations or contributions; that money goes for debt service,
The management fee is the same as last year -- $35,000 -- and no other bids were solicited, Mr,
Kriesel said,
Mr. Milbrandt, seconded by Mr. Junker, moved approval of the contract as recommended;
motion passed unanimously,
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Proposed Park and Recreation Commission Ordinance
Mr, Cummings suggested that the ordinance, in the description of job duties, really puts the Park
Commission in the role of a professional park director; he further suggested that the proposed
ordinance puts a great burden on the chairperson, who is not a professional. And he said he felt
"ownership" for parks is missing.
Ms, Amrein said she would like to see one person on staff devoted to parks, with that function
being their main job description, Mr, Eckles suggested that one person can't do everything-
some issues, such as slopes and grades, are engineering issues, others are overall planning
functions.
Mr, Milbrandt said he thought there were a lot of positives in the proposal with more attention
and direction from staff, but said he would like to see more definition of the park function in job
descriptions, Mr. Peterson agreed that if the park assignment is not in someone'sjob description,
nothing will get accomplished,
Mr. Junker said the proposal puts more onus back on the Board, The board has been lacking
organization and staff liaison; directing staff to do this and that is spinning wheels, he said, Mr,
Kriesel suggested that the Park Board needs to sit down and develop work programs, and give
those work program to the Council to see if those are what the Council wants the Board to be
working on,
Mr. Peterson suggested the language in Subd, 7 gets to the essence of the issue, as long as the
Council commits to having someone on staff be an effective liaison to the Board, Mr. Junker
asked if it would be feasible to request that Planner Sue Fitzgerald be at the Board meetings. Mr.
Russell said it wouldn't be possible to specifically request Ms, Fitzgerald's attendance as that is a
function of the Planning Department.
Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mr, McGarry, moved approval ofthe proposed ordinance.
Ms, Amrein asked who the Board could expect to be in attendance should the proposal be
adopted - Mr, Russell, Ms, Fitzgerald or Mr, Thomsen, Mr. Russell said that would depend on
the agenda, but said he expected to be in attendance at least initially to get the Board moving in
the right direction,
Ms, Flinn questioned reducing the Board membership to 7, Mr, Kriesel said the majority of cities
surveyed had seven-member boards, but there is no magic number, Mr, Kriesel noted that the
terms of five Board members expire at the end of this year, and this will be a good time for
making the transition, It also was noted that Mr, Liehr has resigned from the Board, and Mr,
Cummings stated he will not be seeking re-election, thus won't be serving on the Board. There
was also some discussion as to whether membership should be by ward residence,
Mr. Milbrandt, seconded by Mr, McGarry, moved to call the question; motion passed, Motion to
approve the proposed ordinance passed 7-1, with Ms, Amrein voting no,
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Introduction to Phase 2 Planning
Mr. Russell provided a brief overview of the Phase 2 development, which includes 350 housing
units, He said staffhas been working with the developer, Park dedication requirements would
amount to about 12 acres, he said, Mr, Russell also stated the City is looking at a possible
purchase of land for the public works garage/larger recreation area near Rutherford Cemetery,
Old business
Mr, Wolff said there is a sign, "Save Me," by the Mulberry Street ravine which he said was
inappropriate and should be removed,
Mr, Peterson formally announced the Mr, Liehr had submitted his resignation at the March
meeting; it was suggested that the City said a letter of thanks for years of service,
Mr, Cummings provided a handout announcing a May 20 work session for the disc golf park.
Ms, Flinn referred to a newspaper article saying the City is selling Kolliner Park. Mr, Cummings
said that is erroneous; the City is not selling Kolliner Park, but the status of Kolliner Park is
involved in the new bridge crossing mitigation plan,
The meeting was adjourned at 9:50 p,m.
Respectfully submitted,
Sharon Baker
Recording Secretary
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Parks and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Steve Russell, Community Development Director
DATE:
May 18, 2000
SUBJECT:
Agenda Items
Listed below are staff reports and attachments for the agenda items, Each item is
presented for commission information or discussion, Any required commission action is
described under the staff recommendation for the item.
New Business:
2, a, Park dedication provision for four lot subdivisions including trail and open space
area outlots, (Case SUB/00-30) Jim Bradshaw, applicant. A park dedication of7% of
the net developable land area or for this project 1.1 acres of use able land, The proposal
shows two outlots: A) 4.34 acres and B) 2.49 acres, as dedicated for public open space,
A trail is provided encircling the site connecting to the trail along Curvecrest and 62nd
Street North,
The issue before the commission is: does the park features provided, equal the dedication
requirement.
Recommendation: Approval of proposed dedication, The trail provides a recreation
amenity to the site and area and city residents, It connects to the City trail system and
will eventually connect with the trail system to the West (CR 15),
2, b. Phase II expansion area development Plans for Phase II development will be
presented at meeting time, Three parks and an extensive trail system is included in the
plans, The park dedication requirement is 10% ofthe net developable land, Figures on
dedication will be provided at meeting time, No action required at this time, This item
will return for final recommendation,
2, c, Creekside Community Nature Trail. A nature trail is required to be provided by the
developer as part of the improvements for creekside crossing, The developer is prepared
to improve the trail. New residents in the Creekside Development would like to discuss
the trail with the commission,
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2, d, The City needs a more detailed and comprehensive trail plan, Assistance for
preparation of the plan is available over the summer, The existing plan and contents of a
trail plan will be discussed at meeting time,
2, e, Boutwell Cemetery/ParkIPublic Works Yard. This item has been referred by the
Council to the Parks Board for review - the location ties in nicely to Brown's Creek, the
Phase II development area and the need for a new Public W orkslParks Yard, A letter of
interest from Washington County Historical Society indicates the availability of the park.
See attached,
2, f, The City has received a request for a vendor to sell glow necklaces on the 4th of
July, The commission can review the request at meeting time,
Old Business:
3, a, Ordinance update, The City Council approved the Parks and Recreation Ordinance
May 16,2000,
3, b, Legends Park. Plans for Legends Park are attached, The plans will be presented to
the neighborhood for comment.
4. Other items not listed,
5, Adjournment.
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Program (15) Establish a regular patrol of parks to provide
for the safety of park users.
Program (16) Create a park logo and a consistent design for
park signs and furniture.
Program (17) Develop neighborhood park plans based on
the following priority list developed by the Park and
Recreation Board, Theseplans will reflect the neighborhood
e.out into the planning process,
Park Improvement Priorities
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Neighborhood Parks
Staples Field
Schulenburg Park
Sunrise Park
Pioneer Park
Triangle Park
Meadowlark Park
Washington Park
Ramsey/Grove Park
Northland Park
Community Parks
Lily Lake
Northland Park
Program (18) Develop the plans and specifications for
Lowell Park improvement as part of the implementation of
the Lowell Park Plan,
Program (19) Implement the Lily Lake Master Plan,
Program (20) Schedule and budget park improvements
through the Capital Improvement Program,
Trails and Pathways
The city is working with the metropolitan council,
Washington County and private developers to
establish a trail system in and adjacent to the City
of Stillwater. The network will be part of the open
space system connecting residential areas,
neighboring communities such as Oak Park
Heights, Bayport and Stillwater Township and
provide access to the state trial system, The trails
map shows proposed trailway locations,
Objectives:
Designate an extensive network of trails and
pathway corridors,
Preserve and provide visual access through trail
location quality to landscapes,
Provide alternative means to reach city parks,
county parks, regional parks, state parks and
other ,community destinations
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Preserve and enhance public-owned ravines.
Maximize the city's recreation opportunities,
.IiCY 14: Bikeways, hiking trails, equestrian trials, rest
areas and picnicking accommodations should be provided
within designated trail corridors, wherever feasible,
Policy 15: The city should control land development along
designated trails and pathway corridors in order to provide
sufficient right of way and to ensure that adjacent new
development does not detract from the scenic and aesthetic
qualities of the corridor.
Policy 16: When new development occurs adjacent to a
designated trail and pathway corridor, the city should require
the development to install and maintain the trails,
Policy 17: The design, construction and management of
trails and pathways should be carefully planned and
executed in order to minimize environmental disturbance.
Policy 18: Public improvements within designated trails and
pathways corridors should be designed to provide safe and
secure routes for trials, including grade separation between
roadways and trials whenever feasible,
Policy 19: The city should promote cooperative interagency
~anning of pathways, bikeways and equestrian trails,
~OIiCY 20: Encourage the incorporation of trails and
pathways into corridors used for public and utility purposes,
Program (21) Implement the trails and pathways corridors
plan,
delineation of the relationships amon ~ the
ity,the COUlJty, public utilItieslv,ate
evelopers who are buildin ad.a 0 t~e
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Stillwater Riverfront
In 1992, Stillwater prepared a master plan for the
renovation of Lowell Park, This plan also included
a preliminary study of other city owned riverfront
properties including Kolliner Park and the Aiple
properties.
Objectives:
Develop a park system along Stillwater's riverfront
for the enjoyment of Stillwater residents and
visitors,
Preserve, enhance and restore Lowell Park based
on its setting, recreational uses and historic
integrity as contained in the adopted Lowell Park
Plan,
Preserve the natural environment of the Aiple
properties and Kolliner Park while providing
recreational opportunities as a part of the city's
riverfront park system,
The existing Stillwater/Houlton lift bridge will
provide vehicular and pedestrian access to
Kolliner Park, This is an important connection in
the park system and should be saved,
Policy 21: The city should develop a trail system to connect
the Aiple property to downtown Stillwater and Kolliner Park,
Policy 22: The land north of downtown along the St. Croix
River should be acquired for park purposes.
Policy 23: The city-owned Aiple property and Kolliner Park
shall be preserved for park and river open space purposes,
Program (22) Prepare detailed park plans for the riverfront
properties based on the concept plans developed as part of
the Lowell Park Plan before they become available for use
(1992),
Program( 23) Renovate and expand Lowell Park (in phases
as finaf}cing is available) according to the Lowell Park Plan,
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Inquiry from Washington County Historic Society regarding City interest in
Boutwell Cemetery Site
May 12, 2000
Date:
The cemetery site is indicated a park site in the City's Comprehensive Plan. The site is a portion
of a larger site that could be the location of a City Parks and Public Works site (see attached
map). The three parcels in the area are owned by (1) Washington County Historic Society; (2)
Stillwater Township; and (3) Newman Realty. .
The City is currently talking with site (3) property owners for purchase ofthe site.
Recommendation: Direct staff to bring Parks/Public Works concept to Parks Board and
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Community Development Director
City of Stillwater
216 North Fourth Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Dear Mr. Russell,
I am writing to inform the City that the Washington County Historical Society is
considering selling land that the Society owns on Boutwell Road to the west of the City
of Stillwater. It is our understanding that the city may have an interest in acquiring this
land for parkland or other uses once the land has been annexed into the city.
A concern of the WCHS that would need to be addressed in any sale is the continued care
and maintenance of the Boutwell Cemetery which is located on the property. This could
probably be addressed by adding an appropriate covenant to the deed.
Please feel free to contact Phil Eastwood with any questions you may have regarding the
property. We look forward to hearing what the City's position is on this matter.
Phil Eastwood
(615) 430-7725
301 West Myrtle Street
Stillwater, MN 55082
Sincerely,
Nancy Goodman
President
Washington County Historical Society
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ORDINANCE NO.:
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR THE RESTRUCTURING
OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF STILLWATER DOES ORDAIN:
l.AMENDING Chapter 48 Section 48-1 ofthe City Code is amended to hereafter read as
follows:
Sec. 48-1
Parks and Recreation Commission
Subd. 1 Establishment. There is hereby created a Parks and Recreation Commission
("Commission"), that upon the passage and publication of this ordinance will be the successor to
the current Parks and Recreation Board, which is hereby abolished.
Subd. 2 Powers. The Commission will have the powers necessary to carry out the
functions and duties set forth in this section.
Subd. 3. Function.
(I) The Commission must advise the City Council and other advisory
commissions regarding matters relevant to the park, open space and recreation
function, including, but not limited to, the expansion of and plans for the
development of city park, trails and recreational facilities.
(2) The Commission must monitor and reflect the attitudes and concerns of the
citizens of Stillwater relative to the park and open space system and recreational
programs and advise the City Council of citizen attitudes and policy matters
relevant to the park, trails, open space and recreation needs in the city.
Subd. 4. Duties. The Commission, with the assistance of city staff must:
(I) Develop and recommend to the City Council, and upon the Council's
adoption, monitor the execution of a comprehensive plan and park open space
classification system for park and recreation facilities in the city and make
recommendations for changes it deems necessary.
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(2) Annually report to the City Council regarding achievements toward
fulfillment of the comprehensive plan and recommend amendments to the
comprehensive plan.
(3) Frequently visit city parks and keep informed of current recreation programs
in order to continually review and evaluate the park and open space development
and recreation programming.
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(4) Develop and recommend methods to stimulate positive public interest in park .
and recreation facilities and programs.
(5) Develop and recommend feasible methods of discouraging vandalism and
destruction of city park facilities.
(6) Develop and recommend feasible methods of financing city park
improvements.
(7) Serve as a forum for the citizens of the city to voice opinions regarding open
space acquisition, park and recreation activities.
(8) Promote coordination with the school district serving Stillwater, encouraging
the interchangeable use of city and school district facilities and programs to the
best interest of citizens of the city.
(9) Encourage dissemination of information to and coordination with city
organizations interested in the park and recreation involvement such as garden
clubs, athletic groups and civic organizations.
(10) Encourage coordination with other communities and agencies in matters
beneficial to the park and recreation function.
(11) Develop and transmit recommended capital improvements annually to the
City Council for inclusion in the capital improvements program.
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(12) Review and make recommendations to the City Council on development
proposals, consistent with adopted policies, ordinances, regulations and the
comprehensive plan.
(13) Review and recommend items to be included in the park and recreation
annual budget.
Subd. 5. Membership
(1) The Commission will be composed of seven (7) members appointed by the
Council, one (1) of whom must be an elected member of the City Council.
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(2) With the exception of the Counci1member, the members of the Commission
will be appointed upon majority consent of the council for staggered terms of
three (3) years, except that any person appointed to fill a vacancy occurring prior
to the expiration of the term which their predecessor was appointed may be
appointed only for the remainder of the term. Upon expiration of their term of
office, the member will continue to serve until their successor is appointed and
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Members of the former Parks and Recreation Board currently in office at the time
of passage of this ordinance may continue to serve on the successor commission
until the expiration of their current term, and the number of commissioners
reduced to seven (7) through attrition.
(3) The Councilmember must be appointed annually by the Council and is
privileged to speak and vote.
(4) Members of the Commission must be residents of the City while serving on
the Commission and should represent a broad range of interests in the park, open
space and recreation function. However, it is a goal, but not a requirement that all
Wards of the City have Commission representation.
(5) Commissioners must serve without compensation.
Subd. 6. Officers and meetings.
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(1) The Commission must hold one (1) regular meeting each month, the regular
to be held on the fourth Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. at the Stillwater City
Hall. The chairperson may cancel any regular meeting if the chairperson
determines that there is not sufficient meaningful business to conduct at a
meeting. A majority constitutes a quorum for the transaction of business.
(2) The Commission must adopt rules and procedures consistent with these
provisions and as may be necessary for the proper execution.
(3) At the beginning of each calendar year the Commission must select a
chairperson. The chairperson may be removed with the majority vote of the
Commission. The chairperson must:
(a) Preside over meetings ofthe Commission.
(b) Appear or appoint a representative to appear as necessary before other
city advisory commissions and the City Council to present the view point
of the Commission on matters pertaining to park, open space and
recreation functions as they relate to business under consideration by the
commissions or City Council.
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( c) Provide the liaison with other governmental and volunteer units in
matters relating to the park, open space and recreation function for the
purpose of obtaining and providing timely information.
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(4) A vice-chairperson must also be appointed annually by the Commission. The
vice-chairperson must perform the duties assigned by the chairperson and must
assume the responsibilities of the chair in absence of the chairperson.
Subd. 7. Staff.
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(1) The Community Development Director is responsible for the preparation and
update of all plans regarding municipal park and recreation facilities and for the
communication of the plans to the Commission. The Community Development
Director must coordinate the work with the Commission and delineate activities
in the work program for the Commission, in order that it may provide citizen
participation in the preparation and carrying out of various recreation and park
projects.
The Community Development Director must keep the Commission informed of
all actions of the City Council informed of all actions of the City Council and
other city commissions relevant to the function of the Commission and with the
assistance of the Public Works Director is responsible for the training and
orientation of all new Commission members.
The Community Development Director must cause to be prepared an agenda for
each Commission meeting and must submit the agenda to the Commission in a
timely manner. The Community Development Director shall attend meetings as
may be required by the Commission.
The Community Development Director may assign a qualified member of the .
Community Development Department to assist in carrying out the duties and
responsibilities required by this section.
(2) The Public Works Director is responsible for the maintenance of park and
recreation facilities. The Public Works Director must cooperate with the
Community Development Director in the development of plans for park and
recreation facilities and coordinate and administer all phases of park and
recreation implementation. The Public Works Director must attend meetings as
may be required by the Commission and keep the Commission informed on park
and recreation facility maintenance programs and budgetary needs.
The Public Works Director may assign a qualified member of the Public Works
Department to assist in carrying out the duties and responsibilities required by this
section.
2. SAVING In all other ways, the City Code will remain in full force and effect.
3. EFFECTIVE DATE This ordinance will be in effect from and after its passage and
publication according to law.
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Adopted by the City Council of the City of Stillwater this
day of
, 2000.
Jay Kimble, Mayor
ATTEST:
Modi Weldon, City Clerk
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MEMORANDUM
To:
Park and Recreation Board
From:
Sue Fitzgerald, Planner
Date:
May 22, 2000
Subject:
Update on Legends Park Development
A questionnaire was sent to the Legends residents on March 17, 2000. The questionnaire
was used in order to understand what the residents wanted to see in the park. A meeting
was held April 6 to go over the results of the questionnaire and to receive more input.
From the questionnaire and the public meeting, staff developed two park concepts, and
sent them to the residents for their comments. They are also going to vote on the name of
the park. I've asked that their comments are returned to City Hall by June 1.
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RESULTS OF SURVEY
LEGENDS NEIGHBORHOOD PARK - STILL WATER, MINNESOTA
COMMUNITY RESIDENT QUESTIONAIRE
Please complete and return ~his questionnaire to City by March 31, 2000. This will allow
adequate time to tabulate your responses.
1. How many people live in your household?
19 0 - 4 years old
7 5 - 9 years old
9 10 - 15 years old
37 16 - 49 years old
lover 50 years old
2. What type of playground equipment would you like to see in the park?
14 playground equipment for preschoolers (ages 0-4)
18 playground equipment for school children (ages 5-10)
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What other features or activities would you be interested in for the park?
7 ball fields 12 basketball
7 volleyball 7 tennis courts
14 picnic tables 15 park benches
12 picnic shelters 7 picnic grills
9 gardens 3 horseshoe courts
other, please comment
Other Suggestions:
1 Walking Trail
1 Covered Community Bulletin Board
2 Bocce Field
1 Sidewalks
1 Bathrooms
1 Drinking Fountain
1 Warming House
1 Football/Soccer
I Green Space
1 Roller Blading
1 Wading Pool
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PARK NAME NOMINATIONS
_Legends Landmark Park
_Long Lake Park
_Legends Gardens
_Legends Park
_Stillwater Park Place
_Legends Park Place
_Discovery Park
_Sunshine Park
_The Lumber Yard
_The Real Time Play Area
_Newbury Park
_New Millenium Park
_Heritage Park
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Mayor and City Council
Klayton Eckles, City Engineer
05/12/00
Proposed Disc Golf Course
DISCUSSION:
Attached is a memorandum from Sherri Buss of BRA, which addresses a
proposed design as well as some unresolved issues concerning the disc golf course.
Sherri will be available at the meeting to present the possible disc golf layout as well
as addressing some of the issues we have encountered in the design process.
RECOMMENDATION:
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Staff recommends that we proceed on May 20 with the construction of disc
golf course on the western 2/3 ofthe Browns Creek Nature Park lying north of the
Zephyr railroad tracks. Staff also recommends that the proposed course be
presented to the park board for their review and discussion of other park
improvements in this area.
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Bonestroo. Rosene, Anderlik and Associates, Inc. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer and Employee Owned
Principals: Otto G. Bonestroo. PE. . Marvin L. Sorvala, PE_ . Glenn R. Cook, P.E. .
Robert G. Schunicht, P.E. . Jerry A. Bourdon, PE.
Senior Consultants: Robert W. Rosene. PE. . Joseph C. Anderlik. RE. . Richard E. Turner. P.E. .
Susan M, Eberlin, CPA,
Associate Principals: Howard A. Sanford, PE. . Keith A. Gordon. PE. . Robert R. Pfefferle. PE. .
Richard W. Foster, PE, . David O. Loskota, PE, . Robert C Russek, A.I.A, . Mark A. Hanson, P.E. .
Michael T. Rautmann. PE. . Ted K.Field. PE. . Kenneth P. Anderson, PE. . Mark R. Rolfs. PE. .
David A. Bonestroo, M.B.A. . Sidney P Williamson, PE.. LS, . Agnes M. Ring, M.B.A. . Alian Rick Schmidt, PE.
Offices: St. Paul. St. Cloud, Rochester and Willmar, MN . Milwaukee, WI
Website: www.bonestroO.com
Date:
To:
May 10, 2000
Stillwater City Council Members
Cc: Klayton Eckles, Steve Russell
Sherri Buss & Jim Maland
Bonestroo & Associates
Proposed Disc Golf Course at Brown's Creek Park
From:
Subject:
This memo provides an update on the design of the proposed disc golf course at BroVvn's
Creek Park. As we have discussed the proposed design with Klayton Eckles and S~eve
Russell, we have identified several issues that would benefit from Council input. We
hope to discuss these issues with you at the Council meeting on May 16.
Site Map and Potential Course Layout (attached)
The site map identifies Brown's Creek Park as well as the Nature Preserve to the South.
The Park area is approximately 27.5 acres in size. Approximately half of this area is
occupied by Brown's Creek, associated wetlands and wetla..'1d buffers required by the
Brown's Creek Watershed District. The Zephyr Railroad property borders the Park on
the south.
The yellow areas indicate the portion of the site that have been identified as potential
areas for the development of the disc golf course. The attached Proposed Design
indicates the proposed design for an IS-hole course, which uses all of these areas.
Twelve to thirteen of the proposed golf course holes can be developed within the '.vesteffi
portion of the site, where no issues have been identified. Hovvever, the remaining hol~s
are in the eastern half of the site, where several issues have been id~~ntified related to
development of the course in this area.
Iss u es
The numbers on the site map identify issue~arcas that may affect the implementation of
the proposed design. These issues include the following:
1. Proposed Neighborhood Park and Witlking Trails
The proposed design includes development of 1-2 holes at the southeast comer of the
site. This site has been previously identified as a potential location for a neighborhood
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park, with play equipment, a skating area, and other amenities. Residents of the adjacent
neighborhood have identified the need for a neighborhood park in their area.
Park plans for Brown's Creek Park and Nature Preserve have identified potential walking
and cross-country ski trails in both areas. The proposed design should be evaluated for
compatibility with these activities.
Issue: Compatibility of portions of the proposed disc golf course with other park facilities
proposed at the site. A decision should be made regarding whether the southeast portion
of the Park should be included in the design area for the disc golf course, or set aside for
a neighborhood park.
2. Zephyr Railroad Property
The area along the south border of the property includes steep slopes. Access to some
proposed holes along the southern border of the site would be best accomplished by
walking in the Zephr Railroad right-of-way. The railroad has not been contacted about
the potential for access through their property to date.
Issue: Access to railroad property. The Zephyr railroad should be approached to request
access routes for the disc golf course across their right-of-way.
3.
Wetlands and Wetland Buffers
The Brown's Creek Watershed District has adopted rules regarding theprotectionof---
wetlands and undisturbed vegetated buffers around wetlands within their district. The
wetlands around Brown's Creek are high-quality sedge meadow wetlands that receive the
highest level of protection in the Brown's Creek rules-a lOO-foot buffer. Within this
buffer, vegetation may not be altered (including mowing) except to remove invasive
exotic species or diseased trees. Removal of any tree larger than six inches in diameter
may be allowed with written authorization from the District staff.
These rules will limit the ability to develop disk golf course holes in the northeast portion
of the site and in areas adjacent to the wetlands and buffers. Careful design will be
needed to locate fairways in areas dominated by reed canary grass or other exotics. A
permit from the Watershed District may be required for any work in this area.
Issue: Potential wetland impacts. There is a need to determine possible wetland and
buffer impacts of the proposed design, anadesign strategies to avoid impacts.
May 20 Volunteer Activities
Members of the local Rotary Club will work at the Park site on May 20 to develop the
proposed disc golf course. Decisions on the three issues identified above will help us to
complete the design for the course, and determine which areas may be developed by
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volunteers on May 20. The issues may make it difficult to develop more than 12 holes on
May 20.
Finally, Park neighbors have not been informed to date about the proposed disk golf
course and scheduled volunteer activities. At the direction of the Council, we could work
with City staff to mail an informational notice to adjacent properties.
Request for Council Action
Weare requesting Council approval for the following:
I. Proceed with development of a 12-hole disc golf course on the western
portion of the site on May 20.
2. Complete the design for a total 18 holes on the site, and work to resolve
issues with the Stillwater Park Commission, Zephyr Railroad, Brown's
Creek Watershea District, or others as needed. Implementation of the 18-
hole course would be contingent on successful resolution of these issues.
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