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Renovation of Lowell Park Fall 1992
26611.1a °.1ala,,I®H Ualo 11 vo I����. 0 NN,i. ll.I [[ �I i a 1 t THERENOVATION OF LOWELL PARK STILLWATER, MINNESOTA PREPARED FOR: THE CITY OF STI LeIL WA'II°ER PREPARED BY: SANDERS WACKER W EIHIIE MAN BERGLY9 INC. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS 3 65 EAST KELLOGG BOULEVARD ST. PAUL, MINNESOTA 55101 (612)221-0401 Fall 11992 Cover: Formal Garden Fountain with Cherub Water Feature Original oil painting by Glen Holscher, 1993 i n 1 L rl jn u i t 1 THE LOWELL PARK RENOVATRON PLAN D EfDRCAT EI[D TO 7I`HIE MEMORY O F 1851-1935 Mr. Elmore Lowell was the famous host of the Sawyer House Hotel. Long aafter, Mr. Lowell sold the hotel, the structure was demolished and as new hotel was built which would bear his name, "The Lowell Inn". Mr. Lowell traveled around the world after dans retirement, returning to Stillwater between tripes. During this period he volun- teered his time to create as park out of the unsightly river - front in Downtown Stillwater. In 1908, the park which was then known as Levee Park, was renamed Loo -well Park an honor of Mr. Loawell's energies during the parks early development. In 1909, Mr. Lowell donated ab gift of $5000 for park improvements. The Stillwater Park Board was formed under the Caty Charter in 1916. Mr. Lowell was as member of the oraga- naal board and held the office of president from 1916-1935. Mr. Lowell recognized the uniqueness of the Stillwater waterfront. Elmore Lowell had as vision to make the waterfront of Stillwater an attractive place for all its citizens, and as place. which recalled the formal parks he saw in Europe. tM He abandoned his extensive travel and settled down in Stillwater. Mr. Lowell then employed the firm of Mor- rell and Nichols to carry out his dream of creating as Stil- lwater riverfront park. Between the years of 1(916 to 1935 under Mr. Loawell's direction, the park became the most beautiful park in the St. Croix Valley. Mr. Loowell's unselfish and generous donations are as great civic contribution. The Lowell Park Renovation Plan replicates the earlier Morrell and Nichols park. The current plan was devel- oped with as strong respect for history and the past, public input and participation, and as City Council committed to maintain Lowell Park as the most beautiful park in the St. Croix Valley. The Lowell Park Renovation Plan is as representation of StnllwYdater's historic character and quality. Through plan implementation, the community will enjoy and experience as piece of history -- Mr. Loawell's Dream -- on the banks of the St. Croix River. i ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS S TIILLWA'TER CITY COUNCIL Wally Abrahamson, Mayor Ann Bodlovick Tom Farrell Roberta Opheim Gary Funke DOWNTOWN PLAN ACTION COMMITTEE Wally Milbrandt, Chairperson Dick Slachta Don Valsvik Jeff Johnson Diane Rollie Mike McGuire Paul Simonet Linda Hinz Fred Brass STIILLWA'TER PLANNING COMMISSION Gerald Fontaine, Chairperson Darwin Wald Don Valsvik Angela Anderson Gene Bealka Robert Hamlin Glenna Bealka Duane Elliott Gary Funke S TIILLWA'TER HERITAGE PRESERVATION COMMISSION Jeff Johnson, Chairperson Robert Kimbrel Howard Lieberman Marlene Workman Tim Stefan Katherine Francis Shawn Draper PARD AND RECREATION COMMISSION Wayne Wohlers, Chairperson Robert McGarry Roberta Opheim Steve Joyce Al Liehr Mike Polehna David G. Junker Tom Lillesve Douglas Hartman Ken Meister James Gannon S TIILLWA'TER PORT AUTHORITY James G. Schultz, President Harry Peterson James S. O'Brian R. J. Columbo Earl Olson Dean R. Funke Dave Magnuson CITY STAFF Stephen Russell, AICP, Community Development Director Ann Pung-Terwedo, 'City Planner Shirley Montbriand, Administrative Support Dick Moore, City Engineer SANDERS, WACKER, WEHRMAN BERGLY, INC. Bill Sanders Robert Williams S TEIFAN AND ASSOCIATES Amy Stefan Tim Stefan MINNESOTA HISTORICAL SOCIETY Charles Nelson Dennis Gimmestad, SPECIAL THANKS To............ James P. Laskin, and the Lower St. Croix Management Commission 71 � I � I I I rl � I � I I I I I I I I I IV LOWELL PARK RENOVATION -CITY OF STILLWATER INTRODUCTION..................................................... 3 PARK HISTORY ..................................................... 5 STILLWATER DOWNTOWN PLAN ......................... 11 MASTER (PLAN - GENERAL ................................ 13 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY........ 13 ]FUNDING.................................... 13 VEHICULAR CIRCULATION......... 13 ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN .................. 14 PEDESTRIAN CIIRCULATION........ 17 ARCHITECTURE & STRUCTURES. 17 RECREATION .............................. 19 PLANT LIST ................................ 20 ENVIRONMENT ........................... 21 VOLUNTEER PROGRAM ............... 22 MAINTENANCE ........................... 23 VANDALISM & SECURITY ............ 23 INDEX CHARACTER SKETCHES .................................................. 23 PERFORMANCE AREA ............................. 25 NORTH PICNIC GROUNDS ........................ 35 ]FORMAL GARDENS .................................. 59 CHESTNUT STREET ROUNDABOUT.......... 43 INFORMAL GREENSPACE ........................ 45 NELSON STREET CUL-DE-SAC ................. 47 SOUTH PARR ENTRANCE ........................ 49 SPRING ]FED CREEK ................................. 51 PROMENADE, WALL, & PARKING ............ 53 APPENDICES APPENDIX A.- DESIGN DEVELOPMENT COST ESTIMATE APPENDIX B - OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS APPENDIX C - HISTORICAL TIMELINE APPENDIX D - RIIVERIFRONT STUDIES APPENDIX E - RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ]FUTURE STUDY LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER •nr..-.e :...uYt+. w.., •ro_ ..AA JAI'. � •..._ ..w.0 -. 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This historic park stretches from Mulberry Street south to Nelson Street, hounded on the west by an active railroad and on the east by the scenic St. Croix River. The spark is used for a variety of civic functions and events, including the Rivertown Art Fair, Lumberjack Days, and Water Music. Currently, most of the events tale palace in the south half of the spark. Along with these larger planned community events, the park is also used for smaller, impromptu activities including picnick- ing and strolling. A few picnic tables, scattered benches and a 3 drinking fountain are located within the spark to accommodate these uses. The park accommodates various practical or utilitarian functions as well. The City Fire Department replenishes its fire truck tanks with water drawn from the river at Levee Road. Additionally, though rather inappropriately, the spark is used as a sparking area for automobiles and boat trailers. The launching of boats also tales place along Mulberry Point's shoreline. just to the Qwest of the site, in a parking area off Nelson Street, is the main staging area for a commercial venture, the Rivertown Trolley. The Trolley, a rubber wheeled vehicle, traverses the city streets, recounting the story of .Stillwater and LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Lowell Park to interested visitors. Currently, about a fourth of the time spent on the four occurs within Lowell Park. The Andiamo Excursion Boat Fleet-, another commercial tourist venture, has its staging area just to the south of Lowell Park. From here visitors embark on excursion boats that trav- el up and down the St. Croix River. Food service is available on many of the boat fours. Two other water related operations occur in the area bound- ing the spark, the Stillwater Yacht Club and PD Paddys Bar and Restaurant. The yacht club operates a small boat launch U on City owned property at Mulberry Point. The club also oper- ates, on properties owned to the north of the Point, a gas dock, a mechanical lift and launch for larger boats, a marina for 157 moats and a storage building for 140 boats. Lowell Park, almost eighty years old, is showing its age. Deteriorating physical conditions, inadequate landscape mainte- nance and vandalism have sparred this jewel of a spark. To ap- preciate the importance of this landmark, one needs to examine its interesting history., i 1 P -J t 1 r t 1 t i s Ll L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER PARK HISTORY The he mea now known as Lowell Park was in the early and Haid 1880's for the most apart non-existent. Most of the spark Lary in area that was under water until 1852 when a massive land- slide from the bluffs to the west filled a large portion of the riv- er£ront. Later, railroad tracks were built on a network of trusses and bridges cunt over the river. Slowly Over time the area between the shore and tracks was filled and raised; The un- planned and rapid development of the river£ront created a rather unsightly environment during the late 1800's. In fact, Lowell Farb was a dumping ground for many of the neighboring com- mercial and logging establishments. Then around 1911 things 5 LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CnY OF STILLWATER began to change when spark improvements we're made in the area sounth of the bridge. The improvements included an attractive concrete bench -wall overlooking the river, a twain set of paths adorned with a floral median strip, informal garden paths, hedg- ing and other plant materials, and an open lawn area beautified with ornamental benches. In addition, a levee wall constructed of stone and a 40 foot wide boat landing was constructed from which river boast patrons could embark and disembark. Then the spark was referred to as Levee Park. In 1916, the well-known landscape architectural firm, Mor- rell and Nichols, was retained to prepare plans for the park area north of the bridge. Amore Lowell generously covered most of the costs incurred in the preparation and implementation of the plans. The plan included the additional filling and grading of the riverfront, the creation of a formal 'Sunken ({warden' including a 6 cement fountain end pool with water pets, decorative benches, the development of walks and steps, a children's splay lot and a drive paralleling the shoreline. Duhring this period, the Northern Pacific Railroad turned over to the Park Commission a small spark or square next to the Union Station on South Water Street, between the Union Sta- tion and the Lunmbermens' Exchange Building. It was stipu- lated that this land be used for spark purposes. This small spark was incorporated into the Morrell and Nichols Plan and served as a valuable link between the river£ront spark and the downtown. The implementation of the Master Plan occurred slowly but persistently with the ceaseless dedication of ]Amore Lowell. Improvements included the installation of a flagpole and a drink- ing fountain in 1917. heater, in 1922, the land to the north of 1 Ell e r J i [J r I LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Myrtle Street was fulled, elevations were raised and graded, the area was landscaped, and paths were installed. The most signifi- cant improvement however was the 1923 erection of a pavilion at the current pavilion site. The pavilion, then though similar to the existing pavilion differed slightly in design. It had steps descending through the building's center. The entire structure was roofed with horizontal trellises. Then finally, in 1928, the installation of landscaping and the construction of a roadway around Mulberry Fount nearly completed the Master Plan pre- pared by Morrell and Nichols. Ironically, no sooner was the spark completed when changes had to be made to accommodate the construction of a new bridge crossing the St. Croix Diver. Morrell and Nichols was retuned to revise their plan. The revised plans were accepted in 1930. 7 They included the regrading of the formal 'Sunken Gardens,' the development of a traffic circle like element at the west end of the Lift Drudge, landscaping, and a pedestrian and vehicular bridge underpass. .ILaater in 1932, Mr. Los ell's generosity was again made evi- dent by his funding the erection of a handstand at Mulberry Fount. The bandstand remained there until 1938 when it was avowed to a lot in the city's Staple May Addition. It apparently was moved anticipating the construction of a new floating dock that was to serve as a performance area. It appears that per- formances never materialized at the floating dock location, The dock construction was but component of a massive levee wall rebuilding pDproject at Lowell Dark. The reconstrun*ction work, a WPA project, was required by the erection of a dawn to LoWELL PARK RENOVAnON - CrrY OF SULLWATER tine south, the Red Wing Dam. It resulted in higher river spool elevations at Stillwater. The pavilion was also rebuilt then as part of the levee project. Ills modified design replaced tine trel- lised roofs with solid ones and the steps down to the lower levee were shifted oust from within the structure. A\ drinking foun- tain was located in the center of the pavilion. The park remained fairly munch unchanged £roans. the 1940's to the mid 50's< Nn 1956, a modernization project resulted in one major change to the park. The pavilion was enclosed and converted into a restroom building. The City Pump House Was razed in 1960. It was located at the park's southern end, near Nelson Street, The pump house, built around 1886, was aaa interesting brick structure, round in footprint, twelve feet in diameter, with a conical metal roof. :n 1958 its function had 8 been replaced by construction of a City Lift Station. The still operational lift stations is rectangular in shape and has a flat roof. This nondescript brick structure is ineligible for the National Register and is of little historical significance to the City. Also, in the early 1960's, numerous sheds and tanks in the northern half of the park were razed. These structures had been used by various ®Ill companies over time and were used for equip- ment and oil storage. Research indicates that they were of little historical significance to the City - In the aurid 1980's a renewed interest in the spark resulted 'vas a number of significant improvements. First, the pavilion was opened up and restored to its earlier, more grand, 1930's appear- ance. Second, a new brick prairie -style restroom facility was added to the existing lift station. The lift station .was at the t J Iltr 1_ . I 1 f� II C� LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER m LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CM OF STILLWATER 10 t LowELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER south end of the spark. Lastly rip -rasp, stone used for erosion control, was installed along the' shoreline. It was placed at the north and south ends of the spark. Few other dramatic changes have occurred at Lowell Dark since the mid -80's. Unfortunately however, building structures, gardens and other spark elements have been permitted to deterio- rate. In was the rapid degeneration of the levee wall and shore- line deterioration that hastened the commencement of this sturdy. The Lowell Park Master Plan Study comes on the heels of Stillewater's Downtown Ilan - Phase One implementation. The Stillwater Downtown Flan, prepared in December of 1988, identified goals, obgectives and guidelines to direct future development in Stillwater. The Flan focussed primarily on the central business district, but development guidelines and pre- ferred land uses were suggested for Lowell Dark. THE DOWNTOWN ILAN DESIGN GUIDELINES: As suggested in the .Stillwater Downtown Flan the design guidelines for Lowell Park are to - 1. develops a continuous riverfront pedestrian awallsaway linking new and existing areas of downtown, 2. create regular visual and pedestrian access corridors linking the riverfront, Lowell Park with gain Street and beyond, J. upgrade Mulberry Point to (lie passive rec- reational and pedestrian character defined by the Morrell and Nichols Lowell Part{ Plans, 4. consolidate boat launch and vehicles with trailer purling at the existing marina site and eventually north or south of downtown, a. develop Mulberry Street into a more formal processional' boulevard, linking the river - front and Main street, 6. design sparking to serve both the downtown the Jpar1K and screen views of parking from within the spark, and lastly 7. provide for short term docking along lower levee. PREFERRED LAND USES The Stillwater Downtown Plan of 1988 suggests that Lowell Dark be better integrated into the City's sparks and open space system. Massive recreational uses based on the his- toric Morrell and Nichols Flans will be encouraged. LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STiLLWATER L fi 0 12 1 ii 1 u u 1 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - Cr1Y OF STILLWATER my'o'll 14101 , Ul all rull sma 1111111 !W18 11 The (asks of this Master Plan was to prepare conceptual drawings for the reconstruction of the Levee Wall, to prepare design development drawings for the improvement and extension of Lowell Park and to indicate recommendations for improve- ment to the meas immediately Quest ®£ Lowell Park. The design of the spark accommodates existing and future spark uses and is sensitive to the original Lowell Farb plan pre- pared by Dorrell and Nichols. ARCHAEOLOGICAL SURVEY It is quite possible that historic artifacts will be unearthed in the implementation of this plan and therefore it is strongly recommended that an archaeological representative be present dunning construction excavation operations. Additionally, histor- ic artifacts and building foundations discovered will be incorpo- rated into the park's interPretation system. SUPPLEMENTARY FUNDING Lowell Park was Pr ncipaally the resunit of the selfless giving of Elmore Lowell. To carry on this tradition, philanthropic donations will be encouraged to further supplement improve- ments to Lowell, Park. Businesses, institutions, residents and visitors alike will be encouraged to do their civic dusty and save this wonderful landmark of a spark, Additionally, this plan 13' suggests that the Elmore Lowell Truest fund continue to be used for Lowell Park upkeep and improvements. VEHICULAR CIRCULATION LEVEE ROAD: The Lowell Farb Master Plan sug- gests changes to the current vehicular and pedestrian circulation systems. Probably the most dramatic change to the system is the elimination of vehicular traffic from Levee Road. It is recom- mended that the levee roadway be transformed into a pedestrian riverfront promenade lined with ornamental light standards, benches and other site amenities. The alignment will remain relatively unchanged, respecting the original design. It is sug- gested that a more park -like pavement material he used to re- place the current bituminous surfacing, Concrete surfacing with a paver border is the recommended surfacing material. The promenade will be designed to accommodate occasional use by emergency vehicles, including fire trucks. CUL-DE-SACS.. To permit convenient vehicular access to the park and the riverfront the Flan proposes the develop- ment of two cul-de-sacs. One of the curl -desacs as at termina- tion of Mulberry Street and the other at Nelson Street. The Mulberry Street cul-de-sac will be integrated with the develop- ment of a Performance Area. Duhring large events at the St. Croix River LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Ja 0 10 2030 60 100 SCALE IN FEET IR GENERAL ]PLAN. FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS To GROUNDS AT LOWELL PARK STILLWATER, MINNESOTA FALL 1992 LEGEND: =SOUTH PARK ENTRANCE ®THE NELSON STREET CUL-DE-SAC THE RECREATED 1911 INFORMAL GREENSPACE =THE CHESTNUT STREET ROUNDABOUT THE RESTORED 1916/1931 FORMAL GARDEN ®THE NORTH PICNIC GROUNDS ®THE PERFORMANCE & MAJOR EVENTS AREA MTHE SPRING FED CREEK THE PROMENADE AND RENOVATED LEVEE WALL ®THE PARKING AREAS THE CITY OF STILLWATER NE--, SANDERS WACEER WEHRMAN BERGLY, INC. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS AND PLANNERS ST.PA"; Y)Mmm ,55101 (61YYI-0101 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER performance area the caul -de -sac would he closed to vehicular traffic and used as a hard surfaced seating area for event participants. Here at the Mulberry Street cul-de-sac the introduction of a special, more pedestrian oriented, pavement material, such as concrete paver set on a sand bed, aggregate base and stabilization fabric. This surfacing will be used not only too slow vehicular traffic but also to better delineate between city road and park road. One-way vehicular circulation will be established and short-term drop-off parking will be incorporated along the north half of the caul -de -sac. The Nelson Street caul -de -sac will be developed with a more pedestrian scale. llt will have a tight vehicular turning radii and a narrow roadway width to slow traffic. Vehicular circulation will be limited to one way traffic. The caul -de -sac with its paved surmountable traffic island will be designed to accommodate the turning radii of emergency vehicles turning from Nelson Street on to the Levee Road. PARKING AREAS: S: 'IThe Master Plan, in accordance the Stillwater Downtown Plan, suggests the elimination of ex- isting parking from within the park proper. The existing parking area within the park is principally located from the existing pa- vilion up and around Mulberry point. The parking will be re- located to a spine -like arrangement of parking bays along the western edge of the park as suggested in the Downtown Plan. The relocation of the parking areas along the western edge of the park will result in a net gain of 75 paved parking spaces. This calculation is based on existing paved and striped parking spaces as compared to proposed parking spaces. It includes all parking spaces situated between the shoreline and the railroad tracks. 16 Planting islands, screening hedges and area lighting will be sensitively incorporated into the design of these sparking areas to minimize their impact and improve their appearance. .Strong landscaped connections are suggested through the sparking areas to Tank the park with the downtown area. BOAT LAS UNCH. The baster Plan, in agreement with the Downtown Plan, suggests that the existing privately owned boat launch at Mulberry Point be eliminated. Its elimination will be timed to correlate with the development of a new DNR boat launch planned to the south of Stillwater, near the power plant. The option of relocating the launch to the north is also suggested for further exploration. ROUNDABOUT. Chestnut Street improvements at the west end of the Life Bridge are suggested. When a new High- way 36 bridge is built across the St. Croix River and if traffic counts across the existing life bridge are limited to local traffic it is suggested that a traffic island be constructed in the center of the roadway. The development of this traffic island will slow traffic, and permit safer pedestrian circulation between the north and south portions of the park. The traffic island will provide a strategic location for an entrance sign to the City. It is also suggested that a stop sign be placed at or near the pedestrian crossing to improve pedestrian safety. ]Further study for exact sign placement is suggested' that takes into account the bridge's slick roadway surface. Adequate stopping and sight dis- tances will have to be considered, as well as stacking distance on the Taft bridge and congestion at the parking area entrances. Fi- nally, the historical significance of the roundabout will need to be respected and the original axial nature of the park must be preserved. 1 u r r i Li u u n 1� t LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION This plan suggests additional improvements to pedestrian circulation. This includes a walk extension from Lowell Park southward toward the AiePle property and a linkage westward to Main Street. This will complete a pedestrian circulation loop linking Lowell lark with the downtown area and possibly in the future on uneP one of the ravines to McKusick Lake. The linkage from the south end of Lowell Park to Main Street is beyond the scope of this project. It is offered as a rec- ommended improvement that should be explored. The walk location is schematic in nature and exact location would require a coordinated effort with existing businesses and property Owners. Within the park proper, formal and informal garden paths are also planned. These paths will resemble the original park system walks which were crushed stone paths. They will be simple bituminous walks topped with a crushed stone sealcoat. The secondary walk system will lead visitors through the park- lands and gardens and link the park with parking areas located along the western edge of the park. Park entrances in the north half of the park will he graced with pedestrian footbridges will cross the reintroduced spring fed creek. ARCHITECTURE ANIS STRUCTURES LEVEE WALL: The park structure in the most im- mediate need of attention is the Levee Wall. The deteriorating condition of the wall is well documented in the, Erosion Protec- tion Wall I(nsePection - Lowell Dark, dated October 10, 1991, as prepared by [SEHJ Short Elliott Hendrickson, Inc. The purpose of that study was to address the remaining service life of 17 the wall. The report indicates Shat to minimize deterioration to the upper wall and thus reduce repair costs to the Levee Wall System the following measures must be taken. 1. Replace lower wall south of bridge. 2. Repair lower wall north Of bridge. J. Replace wharf slain. 4. Repair minor deterioration of upper will. The Levee Wall was designed and constructed in the late 19301s. The primary purpose of the wall is for erosion protec- tion. This will remain its primary purpose. It consists of a low- er wall, a fourteen feet wide landing and an upper retaining wall. The top of (ho lower wall and concrete wharf lies approximately two feet above the normal river level. The upper retaining wall extends five feet above the concrete wharf, or approximately seven feet above normal river level. This Plan adopts comments and recommendations made in the SEH report. Additionally, this plan calls for the repair, restoration and extension of the Levee Wall recalling much of the original design and detailing. The introduction of a balus- trade and chain system with a safety curb or wheel stop along the edge of the wharf is suggested. The establishment of planters and additional stairways made integral with the levee wall are also suggested. Wider more generous steeps, are shown to the north of the existing pavilion. They are to serve not only as steeps but also for informal seating overlooking the river. The levee Nall will also be graced with bronze plaques ac- cording to this plan. large plaques will provide an educational experience for park visitors. Information about the history of Stillwater and Lowell Park will be the subject of the informa- tion. Additionally, a bronze wall fountain' will be installed at LvWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER the levee wall where the reintroduced spring fed creek meets the levee wall and empties into the river. The design of the levee wharf, north of the pavilion, will ac- commodate short-term boat docking. To discourage the river - front from becoming a parking lot for boats, the design will provide a limited, yet flexible, area for short term docking. The balustrade and chain system will be designed to be easily ad- justed if in the future it becomes desirable to expand or restrict the amount of short term boat docking at the park. A docking time limit could also be imposed. An extensive supervised transient boat docking facility has been proposed in this sturdy [refer to Appendix D1. The loca- tion of the docks would be just to the north of the Aiple proper- ty and south of the Nelson Street cull -de -sac. This transient boat docking facility will accommodate those boaters wanting to dock for longer periods of time or those wanting the security of- fered by a supervised facility. It is recommended that the Levee Wall be extended to the north and south of Dowell Dark. On the north end of the spark, the wall will extend up and around Mulberry Point. Grades at Mulberry Point will then be raised to reduce the duration and frequency of flooding. Changes to the elevations at Mulberry Point will necessitate flood -control mitigation. The shoreline mitigation may result in the need for shoreline dredging at the Kolliner Park. More in depth sturdy of mitigation requirements will be needed and is beyond the scope of this plan. At the south end of the park it is suggested that the levee wall be extended southward and around the Dock Cafe. Principal reasons for extending the levee wall and raising grades at Mulberry Point are to: 1. Reduce duration and frequency of flooding at Mulberry Point-. 18 2. (Create an opportunity for the incorporation of ramps. The ramps would permit visitors with disabilities access to the lower levee, fishing pier and waterfront. J. Create a more integrated shoreline element to the Dark. 4. Control shoreline erosion. FISHING PIER: The reintroduction of a historic spark element, a fishing spier off the pavilion is planned. The floating spier system would be seasonal. It is suggested that the spier will be floated up or down river for winter storage. PERFORMANCE STRUCTURE: As late as 1938, the city operated a band stand at Mulberry Point. The Master Plan suggests its reintroduction. Unfortunately, research has not uncovered any ]photographs of the original bandstand at the point. Therefore, with little cline as to the design of the original structure, this plan suggests that the structure be designed to complement the existing spark structures, principally the pavil- ion. The structure will be constructed of wood or a similar ma- terial and reflect the Prairie -style architecture of the existing pavilion. The performance structure will be supplied with adequate electrical service and stage lighting for large performances and music concerts. The structure will be adorned with a large clock and chimes. RESTROOM AND GARDEN STORAGE BUILDING: A restroom facility will be developed in the r 7 i i i l L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATFR northern half of the spark. Like the new performance area, the restroom will be of a Prairie -style design that complements oth- er structures within the spark. An exterior wall -hung drinking fountain will be incorporated in the design of the building. Like the restroom facility, the drinking fountain will be accessi- ble to persons with disabilities. A\ pay phone will be installed on the exterior of the building. (EXISTING RESTROOM / LIFTSTATION ION IM- PROVIEMENTS: The existing restroom and lift -station fa- cility located at the south end of the park are slated for improvement in this plan. The plan calls for a hipped roof to be added to the flat roof of the existing lift station. The new roof shall match that on the lower restroom portion of the structure, with respect to pitch and design. The introduction of founda- tion plantings is also suggested. A ]Pay phone and a handicap ac= cessihle drinking fountain will be added to the ex=terior of the existing structure. (EXISTING PAVILION: The plan suggests that a mi- nor modification to the pavilion be made to accommodate boat storage in its lower level. Restoration of the existing grillwork in the foundation wall will be required, as will the installation of a new door opening in the foundation. The door opening will be at the south end of building's lower level. RECREATION INFORMAL AGR E+ INNS ACE: The reclamation of the original spark greenspace to the south has also be suggested in this plan. The rebirth of the twin paths with their (perennial 19 median and the Lowell Statue, sited in this area, will serve as this area's major focus. Additionally, informal walks and occa- sional benches will benefit the spark users. The open lawn area will create a comfortable site for blanket picnicking. ]LOWEILIL STATUTE: A statue in honor of Elmore Lowell for his selfless giving to the spark and the city is proposed in the southern informal greenspace. The stature is to placed in the location originally suggested to receive a stature in the Morell and Nichols Plan of 1914. The bronze stature will be a life-size reproduction of Mr. Lowell. The stature will be set on a cast stone base. FORMAL GARDEN. The restoration of the formal gardens designed by Morell and Nichols is recommended by this plan. The reintroduction of the cast stone fountain and water feature will serve as the main focal point of the garden. Colorful perennials will grace the border of the garden area and numerous benches will provide ample opportunities for rest. PLAY AREA: The plan suggests the reintroduction of a children's splay area to the spark. This would he in addition to the splay opportunities presented by the reintroduction of the spring fed creek to the spark. The planned splay area would be sited in an area fairly close to the original splay area defined in the Morrell and*Nichols Plan. The splay area would include a custom playstrurctuure located in an area surfaced with resilient (pavers. The playstruucturre would meet current applicable safety guidelines and requirements. The design of tine playstrurcturre must complement, and not compete with the nearby pavilion. The vertical post elements of the pslaystrurctuure may recall the design and scale of the wood columns of the existing pavilion. The playstrurctuure will he painted to match the pavilion. No Deciduous Trees: OAcer rubrum Red Maple Celtis occidentalis Common Hackberry Fraxinus americana White Ash Fraxinus nigra Black Ash O Gleditsia triacanthos Honeylocust O Gynocladus dioica Kentucky Coffee Tree Juglans nigra Black Walnut OLarix laricina American Larch Populus tremuloides Quaking Aspen O Quercus palustis Pin Oak Salix alba White Willow Tilia cordata Little leaf Linden Ornamental Trees: Amelanchier spp. Serviceberry Betula nigra River Birch OBetula papyrifera Paper Birch OMalus Dolgo' Dolgo Crab LOW ELL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATER WATER TOLERANT PLANT SPECIES [Plants preceeded with a O symbol and identified in italic typeface are period landscape plant selections] Evergreen Trees: OJuniperus virginiana Red Cedar Deciduous Shrubs: Aronia arbutifolia Red Chokeberry OBerberis thunbergi Japanese Barberry OBerberis thunbergi var. atropurpurea Redleaf Barberry Calluna vulgaris Scotch Heather O Calyeanthos floridus Sweetshrub Cephalanthus occidentalis Buttonbush O Cornus alba Tartarian Dogwood Cornus racemosa Gray Dogwood Cornus sericea Red Twigged Dogwood Dirca palustris Leatherwood Hippophae rhamnoides Sea Buckthorn Ilex glabra'Chamzin' Nordic Holly Obex vertieillata Winterberry Ledum groenlandicum Labrador Tea ORhododendron arboreseens Sweet Azalea Deciduous Shrubs [continued]: ORhododendron calendulaceum Flame Azalea ORhododendron canadense Azalea ORhodendron vaseyi Pinkshell Azalea ORhodendron viscosum Swamp Azalea ORubus odoratus Flowering Raspberry Salix discolor Pussy Willow Vaccinium spp. Cranberry species Viburnum dentatum Arrowwood Viburnum Viburnum lentago Nannyberry Viburnum Viburnum trilobum American Cranberrybush Viburnum Evergreen Shrubs: Juniperus chinensis 'Pfitzeriana' Pfitzer Juniper Taxus canadensis Canada Yew Thuja occidentalis American Arborvitae Perennials & Groundcovers: OAdiantum pedatum Maidenhair Fern Andromeda polifolia Bog Rosemary Aruncus dioicus Goat's Beard Asarum caudatum Wild Ginger Astilbe x arendsii False Spirea Astilbe OAthyrium fdix jemena Lady Fern Caltha palustris Marsh Marigold Campanula glomerate Clustered Bellflower Chelone lyonii Pink Turtlehead Cimicifuga spp. Fairy Candles or Bugbane OComptonia peregrina Sweet Fern OCystopteris bulbifera Bulblet Bladder Fern ODodeeatheon meadia Shooting Stars ODryopteris spp. Crested Shield Fern Equisetum hyemale Horsetail OFilipendula ulmaria Queen -of -the -Meadow 20 Perennials & Groundcovers ]cont] OGeranium sanguineum Bloody Cranesbill OHemerocallis species Daylily varieties Heucherasanguinea Coral Bells 0Hibiscus moscheutos Rose Mallow Houttuynia cordata Houttuynia OHosta plantaginea Fragrant Plaintain OHosta sieboldii Seersucker Dlris ensata Japanese Iris Iris pseudacoms Yellow Flag Ligulariajaponica Groundsei or Ragwort OLobelia cardinalis Cardinal Flower Lobelia siphilitica Great Blue Lobelia OLysimachia spp. Moneywort OMatteuccia pensylvanica Ostrich Fern OParthenocissus quinquefolia Virginia Creeper Perennials & Groundcovers [cont] Phlox divaricata Wild Sweet William or Phlox Phyllitis scolopendrium Hart's Tongue Fern Physostegia virginiana Obedient Plant OPolygonum biflorum Solomon's Seal OPolygonatum reynoutria Fleeeeflower Polystichum spp. Christmas Fern (9 Primula spp. Primrose ORanuneulus repens Double Flowering Buttercup Rodgersia spp. Rodger's Flower Smilacina racemosa False Solomon's Seal 0Tradescantia virginiana Spiderwort OTrollius europaeus Globeflower O Viola cornuta Horned Violet O Viola pedata Bird's Foot Violet F1 I i i 1 LoWELL PARK RENOVATION - CIIY OF STILLWATER bright fluorescent colors will be acceptable on any portion of the structure. PICNIC GROUNDS: The picnic grounds will be south of the performance area of Mulberry Point. Dere ornamental picnic tables will be sited to permit picnicking with easy access to Mulberry Point events, the restrooms and the children's splay area. SPRING FED CREEK: The reintroduction of the creek that once graced this beautiful spark has been proposed in this plan. The creek, lined with landscape boulders and water- side plantings, will he brought to the surface near Main Street and Mulberry Street. Currently the creek flows to the river in underground pipe. Coincidentally, the water feeding this creek serves as the city's water supply. The feasibility for bringing the creek to the surface is be- yond the scope of this project. It is included in the design of Lowell Park as a recommended improvement meriting further study. PERFORMANCE AR EA: A large open lawn area around the (performance structure has been shown at Mulberry Point. This area will be used to accommodate such large events, as Lumberjack Days, Water Music and the fir£ (Fair. 21 ENVIRONMENT Lowell Park is situated within the 100 year floodplain. The Master (Flan calls for the extension of the Levee Wall and the raising of existing grades at Mulberry Point to minimize flooding, however, occasional flooding of the spark should be expected. The utilization of flood tolerant plant species will minimize plant losses. In addition, since Lowell Park is of historical significance to .Stillwater and for that matter the state, the installation of au- thentic period plantings will be encouraged. If is suggested that authentic period plantings be used in the new plantings at the spark. These period (plantings can be defined as plant materials that were commonly available and frequently used during the early 1900's. This was the period when the spark was being de- veloped. The planting of such period plants will establish yet another resource for interpretation for the visitor. Unforfu- nately, however, many of these earlier used plant materials are no longer readily available. In such cases, plant materials of the same species that exhibit similar characteristics will be utilized when possible. A table cross referencing wafer tolerant plants and plants historically used during the time of Lowell Dark's development has been included in this plan. Record Keeping A record keeping system will be developed at the outset of a volunteer program and shall include adequate information concerning the volunteer for appropriate linkage and retention in addition to service and training records of volunteers. The record keeping system shall also provide for information for purposes of documentation of legal responsibilities, accountability, evaluation and planing. Job Description Written Job Descriptions of volunteer tasks developed together with agency staff will be available. They will be reviewed and updated as needed and will outline time required, skills needed and duties to be performed. Recruitment Recruitment will be designed to attract potential volunteers from the entire population in response to the numbers and kinds of volunteer opportunities that are. available. Interviewing Interviewing will be conducted to determine how the desires, skills and capabilities of the potential volunteers relate to the needs of an agency/organization. LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CM OF STILLWATER Selection and Placement Volunteers will be selected and placed in volunteer jobs that will best meet the needs of the volunteer, receivers of service and the agency. Follow-up will be provided to insure volunteer and agency satisfaction. If the agency/organization is unable to appropriately place an individual within their agency, the volunteer will be referred to the Voluntary Action Center or an appropriate agency / organization. Orientation The agency will provide for orientation that will prepare the volunteer to perform his/her volunteer role in accordance with agency policy. Training The agency will provide training leading to the continued personal development of the volunteer. Supervision Clearly defined lines of supervision and/or support will be communicated so that volunteers understand that are responsible, to clarify lines of authority, to facilitate accountability and to help volunteers understand sources of information and guidance. 22 10111402 1 Motivation: Recognition and Retention Formal, as well as informal, recognition and incentives for volunteers will be an integral part of the volunteer program. Agency staff involvement in the volunteer program will also be documented and recognized. Evaluation Volunteer Program: There will; be continuing evaluation of the volunteer program in the attainment of stated goals and objectives. The evaluation will consider needs of the volunteers as well as clients and paid staff. Volunteers' Skill Assessment: Volunteer performance will be evaluated on a regular basis to determine the volunteers' potential, the volunteer needs, growth and satisfaction, and their contributions to the agency and clients. Volunteers will be encouraged to document their skills and job Source: Adapted from Jacobson, Ann, Standards and Guidelines for the Field of Volunteerism. Association of Volunteer Bureaus, Inc. 1978 P_� 1 i 1 n L C! L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER MAINTENANCE The gardens proposed in the Master Flan for Lowell Park will undoubtedly require exceptional maintenance if the spark is to be the Jewel it was originally intended. Current funds for such extensive park maintenance are limited and inadequate. The Master Plan suggests that besides the usual city and park maintenance, a Volunteer Corp should be established. The purpose of the Volunteer Corp would be to maintain the park's plantings and gardens. The volunteers could perforin such duties as planting, weeding, watering, fertilizing, mulching and pruning. Design of the gardens, including plant species selection, however, shall be the work of professional landscape architects and designers. A paid Volunteer (Coordinator position should be created by the City to most effectively nurture the Volunteer MCorp pro- gram. The duties of the coordinator will include the preparation of task descriptions, recruitment, assignment, training and su- pervision of volunteers. In addition, the coordinator needs to nurture the volunteer program by creating a working environ- ment that encourages the retainage and continued return of vol- unteers Over time by satisfying there needs and acknowledging their efforts (refer to the table on the opposite pagel. 23 VANDALISM AND SITE SECURITY in order to minimize vandalism and improve park safety the plan emphasis that repairs of damaged spark elements be made promptly, within days. (Graffiti should be removed immediately. Generally, the appearance of public property effects how people treat and use the space. This plan suggests that the park be maintained adequately with an emphasis on preventive mainte- nance and repair. Additional lighting and hopefully increased park usage will also minimize opportunities for crime and vandalism. C]H[ARACTE� SKETCHEs AND The drawings on the following pages attempt to convey the character of improvements to the park proposed by this plan. The scale of the park and the complexity of the site and adjacent uses will undoubtedly require more in-depth sturdy as imple- mentation of this plan moves forward. Wa" jl=a, i r t t LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Topographic Changes • Raise existing grades to approximately the same elevations as those elevations west of the existing pavillon. • Detain existing trees where feasible with the erection of tree wells along the drip lines of the trees. The Performance Structure • Structure- will be of wood frame construction painted to snatch existing pavilion. Roofing materials will be or will resemble cedar shapes. • hoof profile and pitch will recall that of the existing pavilion. • performance stage will be oriented in multiple directions for maximum flexibility. Structure will incorporate park- clock into its design. • .Mage will be equipped with electrical service and stage lighting. A\ chime or carillon may be installed with the electrical system. • An open fairly level area will surround the performance area to accommodate seating. • Street trees are will be planted around the cul-de-sac to offer an opportunity for shade to those watching performances. • Ornamental benches with backs will be situated at numerous locations around the cul-de-sac to accommodate additional seating for events. 25 The Mulberry Street Cul-De—Sac • roadway to be surfaced with concrete pavers on a sand bed, a- -are -gate base and stabilzation fabric. • A multipurpose lane will provide short -terns parking on the north and pedestrian circulation on the south half of the cul-de-sac, • Vehicular circulation will be one way around cul-de-sac. The River Overlook • A ramp down to the concrete wharf will be provided to persalt comfortable access for the disabled. The ramp will have a maxi- mum 5% slope and the surfacing will receive diagonal grooves to minimize slippery conditions. • Flagpoles will adorn the overlook. • Swing benches will be installed overlooking the river. Informal Path System • pedestrian walks will be bituminous surfacing with a crushed stone sealcoat. • Backless benches will be strategically placed at locations along the walks. • Ornamental light fixtures will be sited along the Walks near park entrances -- they will supplement promenade lighting. Light standards to house concealed outlet receptacles. LVWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DPSIGN DEVBLOPMBNT PNASH MULBERRY STREET CUL-DE-SAC PERFORMANCE AREA e ELEVATION Snwwwrea. M�NNawrn Jak Low L PAa IT Roundabout With Lawn Seating Area For Events Four Sided Performance �, Lawn Seating Area For Events �, Roundabout With Short Term Parking - Structure Sized For Both Short Term Parking - Event Hardsurfaced Large And Small Events Event Hardsurfaced Seating Area Seating Area SCALE: IIS"= SCALE IN FEET Illustrative Elevation of Mulberry Street Cul -de -Sac and the Performance Structure 26 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE PROPOSED PERFORMANCE MANCE STRUCTURE > ELEVATION Sn��wnrea, MinNe+orn Illustrative Building Elevation of the Performance Structure 27 — Two Tiered Cedar Shake Roof - Pitch To Match Existing Pavilion —Clock [ On East, West & South Sides Of Structures] —Openings In Latticework Permanent Speakers To Be Mounted On South Side Of Structure - -Lattice - Simulated Wood Vinyl — Stage Lighting [South Side Only] — Wood Columns With. Electrical Outlets With Locking Covers [ 8-20 Amp Service Minimum] — Letters Recessed Into Concrete — Concrete Foundation Wall - Recalls Levee - Wall Design —Concrete Steps [East And West Sides Only] SCALE: Vl V-0" SCALE IN FEET LoWELL PARK RI!NOVA TION ·'CIT-Y OF STILLWA TI!R fllustrative Plan of the Performance Structure 28 I I · I I I I I I I I ,. I I I I L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE MULBERRY STREET CUL -OE -SAC ROADWAY DESIGN - SECTION S-,-., M- 8' Wide Pedestrian Walk L 14' Wide One -Way Roadway [Subject To Closure For Events And During Heavy Park Usage] SECTION THRU SOUTH HALF OF CUL-DE-SAC Concrete Surmountable Curb Precast Concrete Pavers Resembling Belgian Block Or Cobblestones - Lannon Stone Blend In Color. Pavers To Be Set In Sand Bed On Aggregate Base 14' Wide One -Way Roadway L �, 8' Wide Short -Term L [Subject To Closure For Events And During Heavy Parking Lane Park Usage] SECTION THRU NORTH HALF OF CUL-DE-SAC SCALE: v:• = I SCALE IN INCHES Illustrative cross-sections ojthe Mulberry Street Cul-de-sac Raodway Design 29 LAWFLL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEv6L-ENT P—E - Handicap Ramp Down To Mulberry PROPOSED PERFORMANCE Street [5% Maximum slope] T� Stage Flush With Walk Here PLAN STRUCTURE m LAN — Service Ramp To Stage_ S1111—R, YLNN. rn -� [15% Maximum Slope] Illustrative Plan of the proposed Performance Structure 30 / Service Ramp To Stage —- —��---------------_-- [15% Maximum Slope] I Wood Columns With Electrical Outlets With Locking Covers � I � r �- ' r [ t a --- — 1 Cedar Shake yl,.yt Concrete Steps Up To Stage With (6) 5" Risers & (5) 12' Treads y4 _Upper Roof 1 . '1 u Cedar Shake Lower ko 1 ---------moi._-,-- ._ Precast Concrete Pavers'- Belgian Block /Cobblestone Style Concrete Wall - Similar To Levee SCALESCALE: Wall In Detailing 30 High 1/9 1 01 0 Promenade Concrete Walk With SCALE IN FEET NOPTM Precast Concrete Paver Border Illustrative Plan of the proposed Performance Structure 30 i t LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER photograph of Suriacina Concrete Paver Surfacing 31 Paver Layout Pattern Igloo Is* mah% •! �i �r i t t t [I LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER THE NORTH PrICNICGROUNDS The Picnic Grounas • Ornamental benches and picnic tables, installed on concrete grads for ease of maintenance, are placed conveniently around this area. • Fables will be of a handicap accessible design. • Canopy shade trees will be planted to provide shade for picnickers. Informal Lawn Games Area • An open level area will be provided to accommodate pickup vol- leyball games, croquet or other lawn games. The ]restroom Building & Garden Storage Building. • The building will be of wood construction with clapboard siding. • Siding will painted a color to match that of the existing pavilion. • Roofing materials will be or will resemble cedar shakes. • Roof profile and pitch will recall that of the existing pavilion. • Restroom facilities will be heated and accessible to the disabled. There will be two stalls per restroom. • A garden storage room will be provided to store garden fertilizers, garden tools and equipment and the volunteer coordinators office. • X91 wall mounted handicap accessible drinking fountain will be in- stalled on the north exterior facade of the building. The Creek And Pond • A creek that once flowed through the north portion of Lowell ]Park may be brought to the surface, if feasible. It currently is carried below ground in pipe and empties into the river. 33 Landscape boulders and waterside plantings may be installed along the creeks banks to stabilize it and to enhance its appearance. A small pond may be formed from one branch of the creek. It would be located near the restroom. An overflow device may be used to control pond water elevations. Bridges would be provided at paths crossing the creek. The bridges would he painted a color similar to the existing pavilion. Levee Nall Extension The levee wall will be extended north. It will be of concrete con- struction with almost identical detailing of that of the existing levee wall. An exaggerated joint will be installed to identify the point where the new construction starts and the historical levee wall ends. The levee wall extension will incorporate two new elements, wheel stops and a balustrade system [refer to 'The Restored 1916/1931 formal G rdens' section for a more extensive discus- sion of levee wall improvements]. Wall Fountain & Interpretive Plaques A wall fountain will be constructed where the creek empties into the river. It will be of ornamental metal such as bronze and will spout jets of water in small collecting pools constructed in the lower concrete wharf. Interpretive plaques will adorn the levee wall face. They will inform visitors walking along the lower concrete wharf of the Stillwater's history and the history of Lowell mark. LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER 34 Promenade Path Light Standard Ligki Standard Ornamental Light Standards Bench WN wAout Bac] *, . ff i � yy xff� �a �l f t( a4g Bend with Bach Ornamental Benches 34 Promenade Path Light Standard Ligki Standard Ornamental Light Standards L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CriY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELOPMENT PHASE PROPOSED LOWE L1L PARK REST] Oom BUILDING d ELEVATION Sn��wnrea. MINNWOT.a - Proposed Restroom Building With Garden I Maintenance Storage And Work Area Wood Shake Roof Wood Frame Structure with Clapbo Siding and Wood Columns matchi g the of the Pavilion ----Evergreen Foundation Plantings Perennial Walk Border �%` a�rwEra Seating/Retaining Wall I Informal Littoral Plantings Spring Fed Pond/Creek V jSCALE: 11— 1'-0� SCALE IN FEET Illustrative building elevation of the Proposed Restroom Facility and Garden Storage Building 35 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELOP— PHASE LEVEE WA1C[. RENOVATION AND WALL WATER FEATURE ELEVATION S,Mwrv._ Informal Littoral Plantings Around Creek And Pool Beyond Bronze Wall Fountain Is A Auxiliary Drain To The o o 0 0 0 Springfed Creek And Pool Behind The Wall a o Normal Pool Level LCast Stone Bollard To Recall - Trench Drain Beyond Detailing Of The. Balustrade Used - - On The Chestnut Underpass - .Pool Outfall -Bronze Plaque With Interpretative - ". Concrete Wharf Surface - Sloped To Information About The History And Drain Toward River , Development Of Stillwater's Riverfront. Heavy Metal Chain - Provide Lockable SCALE: 1' = 1'-0" Plaques To Be Placed In Chronological Link To Permit Authorized Removal Order Along The Length Of The Wall To Expand Boat Docking For Special t Events SCALE IN INCHES Illustrative Levee Wall elevation with wall fountain, interpretive plaques and the proposed ballustrade. 36 L DWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELOPMENT Px LEVEE WALL RENOVATION & WATER FEATURE -SECTION STILLW.fTeR. Minnesorn New Concrete Wharf With 2% — Cross -Slope Trench Drain With Decorative— Grate With Frame. Drain To Slope Toward River Cast Stone Bollards With Chains - Chains Not Installed Where Boat Docking Is Desirable Wheel Chair Stop With Opening - For Drainage Y O.C. Pool Outfall Normal Pool Elevation Install Waterstop New Concrete Levee - Wall Detailed Similar To Existing Rip Rap, As Required -7 Bronze Wall Fountains Fountain Pool Install WaterstopAt Fountain Spring Fed Creek Brought To Surface, 2' Maximum Depth Landscape Boulders Littoral Plantings -1 t!■1P Note: Wall Fountain Is To Function As An Auxiliary Creek Drainage Structure. The Primary Drainage. Structure Shall Be A Standpipe Drain Inlet In The Pond Near The Restroom Building Illustrative cross section through the Levee Wall improvements, wall founatin and the mouth of the creek 37 SCALE: 3/0" - 11W SCALE; M.X. » LoWELL PARK RI!NOV A TION • CITY OF STILLWATER a: 1 Parking Area [ 35 spaces] fllustrative Site Plan of the Formal Garden Renovation 38 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I i LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER THE 1"t-ESTORED 11916/11931 FORMALGARDENS The Garden ' Openings through the concrete wharf slab will be created to • Tile once present concrete pool with bronze water feature will be permit the installation of plant materials around the foundation of reestablished as the focus of Eke formal garden. the pavilion. The plant materials will be flood tolerant, weElamd- • Ornamental benches with backs will he conveniently sited around Eype materials. Eke garden to accommodate garden visitors. 7l'he reconstructed concrete wharf around eke pavilion will match • Garden paths well be designed Eo resemble the original crushed the detailing of the existing wharf, however special scoring will be stone paths. They will most likely be bituminous walks which used immediately around Eke pavilion. have received a crushed stone sealcoat. The former fishing prier will be recreated off. Eke concrete wharf • TheFormalGardens will be planted with hardy, wafer tolerant on axis with Flue pavilion. The concrete piers will be restored and light fixtures be species and also be of species commonly planted during the period the acorn -style wall reintroduced. of the park's development. The wood fishing pier will be removed seasonally and stored offsite. Children's Play Area Levee Wall Renovation • A play structure of simple design will be provided to the north of Ehe formal gardens. Construction materials may be square steel The existing levee wall will be reconstructed with almost idenEi- tubing recalling Eke pillars of Ehe existing pavilion. The structure cal detailing of the original wall. should be painted to match that of the pavilion. No playstruceure The reconstructed concrete wharf will incorporate two new ele- connponemts will be of a color not commonly available during Eke menEsg wheel stops and a balustrade system. period. Florescent or other similarly bright colors will not be ' Tile concrete wheel stops will be located along the riverside edge cce acceptable. of the wharf and will be three inches in height. Weep holes will • area surrounding the playserucEure will be paved with a re- be constructed through the wheel stop to accommodate wharf silienE rubberized paver surfacing or a similarly forgiving material. drainage. The purpose of Eke wheel stops will be to minimize dam- to those using wheel chairs, crutches or other walking aids ' An ornamental fence will be installed at the perimeter of Eke play gers area to accommodate easy supervision. along the wharf. • Ornamental benches will be installed to provide seating for those The balustrade system will be composed of decorative cast stone supervising their children. piers, resembling those on the (Lift Bridge overpass. The piers • The play area will meet safety standards and ADA guidelines. will be linked together with nautical chain. The purpose of the - balustrade will be to create a safer and more comfortable pedes - The Pavilion & Fishing Pier Erian experience. Additionally, the nautical chain offers a flex- flex - boat docking ible method with which to control along the wharf. • The lower level of the existing pavilion will be converted to rac- It also points out the concrete wharf when submerged during ing shell storage. This will require Ehe addition of a gate door opening in Eke south wall face. Grillwonk on eke existing openings flooding. Perennials, be ornamental grasses and shrubbery will planted atop will be restored and secured. the levee wall giving it the character of a planted terrace. 39 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER DESIGN DEVELD—T PHASE _ LOWELL PARD FOUNTAIN RENOVATION - SECTION Sr�Swru`,s.9:;99Y " uxc. w.w• Proposed Water Feature Perennial Display Fountain Recreation Of Con Pool Wall bade Trees Canopy Shade Trees --4 Beyond rcen Accent Shrubs -w- Evergreen Accent Shrubs Ram o Upper - Bronze Cherub And Fish Ram o Upper E ergreen Hedge To Level [6' Wide] Water Feature Level [6' Wide] Soften Views Of Parking Deciduous Shrub Border Lot [4' Maintained [18" Maintained Height] e' Height] r — SCALE: 114- 1'-0' SCALE IN FEET Illustrative elevation of the Proposed Lowell Park Formal Gardens and Fountain 40 DESIGN DSVBLCPM P—s. PAVILION AND LEVEE WALL ELEVATION ' Srv.�wnrea, ALNNe¢oTn LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Existing Pavilion - Adapt Lower \ I Level To. Accommodate Boat Storage [Racing Shells] Illustrative building elevation of the Renovated Pavilion 41 .Perennial Beds Between Promenade And Levee Wall % \ Existing Ornamental Light - Standards On -East Side Of Promenade -Stagger New \ Matching Light Fixtures On Enlarge Opening In South Side Of West Side Of Promenade [Paint Foundation To Accommodate 6' - - All Slate Green In Color] Wide Gate Evergreen Foundation Plantings ,Add Handrails To Steps 999 Around Pavilion n W Boat Storage Racks Inside Lower Restore Metal-Grill/Gate Over Opening Level Of Pavilion - Racks Should Accommodate 4 -Man Racing Shells Create Openings In Concrete Wharf For Water Loving Perennials Provide Unlockable Links In Chains - Removable (Seasonal) Wood Fishing Pier Between Bollards To Accommodate 'Racing Projecting Into The River On Axis With Shell Launching The Pavilion. Pier To Be Flush With Repair Electrical Service To Piers _ Concrete Wharf And Add Acorn Light Fixtures SCALE: 1/4'= ii�a•1= ro�� bi s ,o SCALE IN FEET Illustrative building elevation of the Renovated Pavilion 41 LoWELL PARK RENOVATION-CITY OF STILLWATER fllustrative Site Plan of the Ch 42 Lwnbermens' Exchange Building estnut Street Roundabout I I ·I I I I I I I I I I I I I 0 n V u C LOWRLL PARK RFNOVATTON - CRY OF STILLWATFR fl 43 1 Chestnut Street • The sidewalks adjacent to Chestnut Street will be paved with concrete surfacing with a special scoring pattern • Street trees will be planted in ornamental tree.graies in sidewalk openings. THE CHESTNUT STREET RoL7NDABOUT The Traffic Island The Roundabout ' The center of the roundabout, tine traffic island, may be a suit- ' A small traffic roundabout may be constructed ai tine west end of able location for a welcome sign to the city. The sign may be con - the Lift Bridge to slow traffic and provide for safer pedestrian structed of mortared stone with a cage. Sign teat may be engraved crossing. on a cast stone portion of the wall. ' The roundabout roadway may be surfaced with decorative con- ' Ai small seating area with concrete paver surfacing may be ante- crete pavers set on a sand bed, aggregate base and stabilaation fab- grated with the sign design. Pic. To delineate the pedestrian crosswalk from the roadway the • The island should be planted with shrubbery, perennials and crosswalk will he surfaced in concrete with a special scoring annuals to enhance its appearance. pattern. • A stop sign or other traffic controlling device may be installed to The Bridge Balustrade control traffic at the roundabout. 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It will placed at the location where the original park plan lead suggested that a statue be erected. • The statue will be of human scale and cast in bone or other suit- able ornamental metal. The statue will be set on a cast stone base on which a plaque describing the many charitable acts of Mr. Lowell and his impact on the park and city. • The statue will be uplit at night. The Perennial ®Valk • The original Ewan paths and planted median will be reintroduced to this portion of the park. • The paths will be defined with a low shrub hedge and the median will be planted with showy period perennials. • Fath surfacing will be concrete pavers set on a sand bed, aggregate base and stabilization fabric. Ornamental benches with backs will be sated along the paths to accommodate garden visitors. 45 Informal Path System • Informal paths will pass through Haus area. They will be con- structed of bituminous surfacing with a crushed stone sealcoai to resemble the earlier gravel paths. • Small seating areas with ornamental benches, globe light fixtures, trees, shrub and perennial plantings will be located at various points along the paths. Drinking Fountains • A drinking fountain will be constructed on the north exterior wall of the existing restroom building. It will be designed to be accessible to the disabled. • The existing drinking fountain at the north end of this park space will be replaced with a fixture similar to the original. Old Pump House Interpretation • An interpretive plaque will be sated at the location of the former PUMP house. • 1f remnants of the pump house are uncovered during construction, they should be restored in an acceptable manner. Lift Station And Restroom Improvements • foundation plantings will be installed around the existing lift station building to improve the buildings appearance. • A roof will be added to the southern half of the building to com- plement that on the northern half of the building. I LOWELL PARK RENOVATION-CITY OF STILLWATER I tgjMNrrW•- T1 111•11111•1•71 114 4-1-r \0 _3\ Patr3k2inspgacAesr] ea I •• I 01.10111111_ ___±.,....—. 4..1•,-4-i"trif•Iz-ir.fmk"- o--e7i°-:0Is-7:t10 s 1..o..i rS141,4:;%011:;6:7 . % \ • glop mkt \ . • ,.. , sw,g -4.4.-:•••••••; _.,i, ...., • • -.•,.. g . ..44.• elti INN Oil N ( ,,,, , ,.. ....„ ..„.. 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Nelson Street Cul -De -Sac ■ The roadway will he paved with bituminous surfacing and have a concrete curly and gutter. • The pedestrian walkway around the cul-de-sac will be paved with concrete paver surfacing set on a sand bed, aggregate lyase and sta- hilazataon fabric. 47 An ornamental guardrail will be installed along the pedestr;an walkway atop the levee wall and Wharf access ramp. • Concrete Wharf Access Ramp • The levee wall will be reconstructed adjacent to Nelson Street to accommodate a ramp down to eke concrete wharf. The ramp will be provided to permit comfortable access for the disabled. The ramp will have a maximum 6% slope and the surfacing will re- ceive diagonal grooves to minimize slippery conditions. • The reconstructed levee wall, which will bow out into the raver at Nelson Street, will be of concrete construction with identical detailing of that of the existing levee wall. An exaggerated joint will be installed to mark the extent of the original levee wall. i LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - C= OF STILLWAnR 1 I THE SOUTH PARKENTRANCE I Main Street .Seating Area • Al small seating area with ornamental benches [downtown style Lench] and a perennial display set against an evergreen hedge background is suggested for development to the east of Darin Street yusi south of the downtown area. Tie seating area will be surfaced with concrete pavers [downtown style pavers. • An interpretive map of the downtown and Lowell Park will he located in the seating area. Axial Wall; • Canopy shade trees, ornamental light standards [gnarls style fix- ture) and salt tolerant perennials could line a walls linking Dain Street to Lowell ]Bark. The walls would be located south of the Dock Cafe however its exact location will require additional study. The walks development would complete a pedestrian loop through downtown and Lowell Park. • Fine walk could he paved with concrete paver surfacing on a sand Led, aggregate base and stabilization fabric.. L' 49 ParksiJe ►Seating Area • A\ small seating area with ornamental benches is suggested for de- velopment at the eastern terminus of the atrial walk linkage to Marin Street. • The seating area will he surfaced with concrete pavers. Levee Wall Extension • The levee wall will he extended south from its current terminus at Nelson Street down and around the Dock Cafe. It will he of concrete construction with nearly identical detailing of that of the existing levee wall. An exaggerated yoint will be installed to iden- tify the extent of where the new construction starts and the his- torical levee wall ends. • Ornamental guardrails will be placed atop the levee wall extension. • The walkway will he surfaced with concrete pavers and will be lined with a deciduous shrub hedge that will define the parklands. Benches will be placed conveniently along the walk. L.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - Crrr OF STILLWATER Illustrative Site Plan for the Spring Fed Creek 50 i u i LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER THE SPRING FED CREEK Spring lFed Creek • 131 creek that once flowed through the north portion of Lowell Park may be brought to the surface, along Mulberry Street. It will flow from Main street to the park, if feasible. It currently is carried below ground in pipe and empties into the river. • Landscape boulders and waterside plantings may he installed along the creeks banks to stabilis=e therm and to enhance the creeks ap- pearance. Ornamental Trenches ]downtown style Trenches] would be situated adjacent to the creek. 51 • Adjacent parking areas would he screened from view with walls, fences and/or plantings. Parking lot drainage may need to he al- tered to avoid run-off into the creels. • The creep would flow under roadways and parking area entrances in culverts designed to appear as bridges. Mulberry Street • The sidewalks adjacent to Mulberry Street will be paved with concrete surfacing with a special scoring pattern. • street trees will be planted in ornamental tree grates in sidewalk openings. LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER , 52 LowBLL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER f ! I �,) I• �/� \i I \� ��� I/) l I I `` I I '\I I �,.. \ !,) •,.� I• IIS I \ I • l I• ( �`� \ .Promenade • The existing Levee Road will be converted to a pedestrian Promenade. It will be closed to all vehicular traffic, except emer- gency vehicles. • The promenade will be graved with concrete surfacing edged with concrete pavers. • Groupings of ornamental benches with backs will be sited along the promenade. • The existing light standards along Ae east side of the promenade will remain. Additional, light standards matching the existing will be installed along the west side of the promenade. The new light standards will be equipped with concealed outlet receptacles. The Levee Wall Extension & Renovation • The existing levee wall will be reconstructed with as much iden- tical detailing of the original wall as is feasibly possible. • The reconstructed concrete wharf will incorporate two new ele- ments, wheel steps and a balustrade systema. • The concrete wheel stops will be located along the riverside edge of the wharf and will be three inches in height. Weepy holes will be constructed through the wheel stop to accommodate wharf drainage. The purpose of the wheel stopos will be to minimize dan- gers to those using wheel chairs, crutches or other walking aids along the wharf. • The balustrade systema will be composed of decorative priers, re- sembling those on the lift bridge overpass. They will be connected together with nautical chain. The purpose of the balustrade will be to create a safer more comfortable pedestrian experience. Ad- ditionally, the nautical chain offers a flexible manner with which 53 to control boat docking along the wharf, as well as to delineate the concrete wharf when submerged during perennial flooding. The concrete wharf will be designed to Accommodate boat docking for its entire length. The balustrade systema will then be used to control exactly where boat docking can occur at any given time. This plan suggests that short terms boat docking should be limaited to An area north of the proposed fishing (pier and south of the pro- posed wall fountain. The plan suggests that racing shells be launched between the fishing pier and the ][gift Bridge. Ramps down to the concrete wharf will be incorporated into the levee wall reconstruction. The ramps will be provided to permit comfortable access for the disabled. The ramps will have maxi- mum slopes of 6g® and the surfacing will receive diagonal grooves to minimize slippery conditions. An exaggerated joint will be installed to identify the extent of new levee wall construction from that of the original levee wall. Perennials, ornamental grasses and shrubbery will be planted atop the levee wall giving if the character of a planted terrace. Parking Areas • Views to parking areas adjacent to the spark will be softened by a continuous landscape buffer. The buffer will be maintained at a height no greater than 36" to 48" to permit park supervision. • ]pedestrian walks that cross parking areas will be paved with con- crete surfacing for better delineation. • Handicap warning bumps, as required by ANDA will be installed at all railroad crossings. • Lighting of the parking areas will be achieved with the use of cut- off light fixtures. 1 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER P, u J n - I 54 i n t APPENDIX A LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER A-1 APLPENDixA LOWELL PARK APPENDIX A LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CFN OF STILLWATER Cost 1"Estimate Assumptions 1. Cost estimate figures are for planning purposes only. 2. Costs are used on current fall 1992 construc- tion costs. They include design fees only. The fees and salaries of city staff and other govern- mental workers are not included. J. Costs figures are based assuming a single con- st-ruuction contract . 41. Costs assume a typical project review process. They do not include additional cost resulting from an extensive review process. 5. Costs assume that no archaelogical discoveries will be encoauntrered that would delay construction. f. Estimate assumes termination of the levee wall at the north end of the spark at the marina wall. The estimate does not include improvements necessary to that wall. At the south end the estimate includes costs for the levee wall exten- sion south to the small seating area south of the Dock Cafe. A-2 7. Levee wall reconstruction costs and costs for extending the levee wall system were derived from figures supplied in Erosion Protection Wall Inspect -ion - Lowell Dark, dated October 10, 1991 as prepared by SEH Consulting Engineers. 8. Inadequate topographic and soils information necessitate the following assumption: existing soils and subsoils are assaummed suitable for de- velopment al.d ; urface drainage conditions are acceptable. i. This estimate does not include the following: land acquisition costs, railroad crossings, bring- ing the spring fed creek to the surface, installa- tion of pay phones, and all other improvment-s shown Qwest of the existing railroad tracks. APPENDIX A LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER COST ESTIMATE. LEGEND: I LEVEE WALL IMPROVEMENTS - PHASING WILL INVOLVE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH DEVELOPMENT IN THE NORTH PICNIC AREA & THE PERFORMANCE AREA [INCLUDING. EARTHWORK COSTS] Ell] NORTH PICNIC AREA - PHASING WILL INVOLVE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THELEVEE WALL & THE PERFORMANCE AREA [INCLUDING EARTHWORK COSTS] III PERFORMANCE AREA - PHASING WILL INVOLVE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE NORTH PICNIC AREA & LEVEE WALL IMPROVEMENTS [INCLUDING EARTHWORKCOSTS] I� T RECLAIMED INFORMAL GREENSPACE VSOUTH PARK ENTRANCE & NELSON STREET CUL-DE-SAC V� RESTORED FORMAL GARDENS Cost Estimate Area Designations A-3 APPENDIX A _ LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CPIY OF STILLWATER A-4 11 1 i 1 11 t 1 i i J J t APPENDIX A LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STTLLWATER APPENDIX A LOW ELL PARK RENOVATION - CRY OF STILLWATER A-6 11 1 1 �l LowFLL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATFR $471,993 ........... 1? , ................. APPENDIX A ..... g, W. RECLAINMED .................. .................. ................. .......... .... ..... ... LEVEE WALL ............................ ............ ITEM .. ...... .. ...... .................. . . deciduous shrub [24" @ 3' AREA O.C.] INFORMAL ............... . .............. ............... evergreen shrub [24" @ 3' O.C. ....... . I .......... ........... ............ perennials [pot @ 18" o.c. sod GREENSPACE rejuvenate lawn SUBTOTAL . ........ ................... ....................... ...... ..... .......... ESTIMATE CONTINGENCY DESIGN FEE ..................... [south of bridge] AREA TOTAL TOTAL PROJECT .. .......... QTY COST .. ............. ....... ..... QTY COST . ... LowFLL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATFR 20 % 10 % ............ * ............................... ............................................ .......................... .......... ................ .......... ........... . ................... ............. ..................................... $471,993 ........... 1? , ................. NORTH PICNIC ..... g, W. RECLAINMED .................. .................. ................. .......... .... ..... ... LEVEE WALL ............................ ............ $81,473 .. ...... .. ...... .................. . . ............ . ... .. . . ...... ... ....... ....... AREA 7A. - INFORMAL ............... . .............. ............... IMPROVEMENTS ................ ................... ....... . I .......... ........... ............ ... `;>;"':•e. *":"::: GREENSPACE . ........ ................... ....................... ...... ..... .......... . ....... .. ....... ...... ........... ..................... [south of bridge] ..... ... ........ . ................. UNIT COST .. .......... QTY COST .. ............. ....... ..... QTY COST . ... ....... ....... . . .... OTY Cos T $25.00 ea ........... ........ . ............... 80 $2,000 ...... ........ 150 $3�,750 . ... ... .... . . ................ ... ... ... ....... ................ ............... .............................. . ............................. 0 $0 .......... 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V.. ......... 0 $0 .. ........... .2. .0#--� ............... 0 $0 $1.75 sy .......... ......... ..... :: ............ .......... .......... .:: Aw. 2,710 $4,743 ::" ... .......... ............... ........... ... 0 so ................ - . . ii� ."4. ............ . ...... ............. ............................ ....... 0 $0 $5.00 sy ................. ..... ..................... .... ... 0 $ 0 ........... ..... ..... .............. 3,520 . $1 7,600 ........... ........... .. .... . .... 1: ............................ ... ................ ............ 0 $0 20 % 10 % ............ * ............................... ............................................ .......................... .......... ................ .......... ........... . ................... ............. ..................................... $471,993 ... ....... .. . ..... ...... . ..... ............... .. ... . ....... $407,365 ........ ...... ....... $2,935,700 .................. .................. ................. .......... .... ..... ... $94,399 ............................ ............ $81,473 ................ ........... ................. ............. $587,140 ............ . ... .. . . ...... ... ....... ....... $56,639 ........... ............ $48,884 ............... . .............. ............... $352,284 $623,031 $537,722 $3,875,1241 ...... ............ .......... ....... r77777= A-7 APPENDIX A LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER A-8 APPENDIX B I.OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER I DEVELOPMENT OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LOWELL PARK U C OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS Lower, PARK RENovAnoN-CnvoFSTIL WATER DESIGN DEVELOPMENT OUTLINE SPECIFICATION OUTLINE SPECIFICATION The General Conditions of the contract fro construction, "AIA" Document A201, under the general construction of this project will apply to all work. • All work shall conform to all State and Local Codes and requirements of the DNR, the Minnesota Historical Society, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. • All permits, licenses, fees and services charges both temporary and permanent necessary for the work specified will be secured and paid for by this Contractor. Existing Concrete Surfacing The following demolition work will be done by the Contractor. complete removal of existing structures indicated for removal, foundation walls, walks, drives, and curbs. Existing Bituminous Surfacing SITE PREPARATION EARTHNVORK Archaeological Survey Archaelogical representative shall be present during excavation activities. Site Layout By Contractor PAVING & SURFACING Contractor shall have the site plan staked by a registered surveyor in the field prior to commencing construction activities. Parking Area [Based On A Per Stall Cost Factor] Bituminous surfacing, with concrete curb and gutter. Provide concrete pedestrian curb ramps for the disabled at all pedestrian crossings. Minimum ramp width of 4'-0" with 36" curb transitions. Ramp surface treatment to match city standard for handicap ramps. rom ftkLg ra.1a e.a 1• Lot «AW Mlle s0,6Y • Typical sizes: 1 is 25 1 Double loaded parking bays - 56'-0" [inside curb face to inside curb face] st to s 3 Single loaded parking bay - 38'-0" [inside curb face to inside curb face] 107'61a ISSO e Typical standard parking stall - 9' wide by 18' deep 201 a 300 i 301 is 400 g wept u pewtled b U. ,aces, stoles ,q�,tcnt Typical handicap parking stall - 13' wide by 18' deep 401 to Seo p a •�• st— sun b.rom (1325 tmd toWW. =Wu Typical handicap van parking stall - 16' wide by 18' deep 100001 ,m ,'.�« 20 plus Ii ror each (W One m every eight aeets"k ,p, but 100 ower 1000 as less u,nt 4m Ma be served by ,n access • Parking stalls to be marked by reflective white painted stripes, 2" wide. at,k las m (2440 amd wide mmamutta a"d abaa be designated Yen ao—stble' as requited by 4.8.4. OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LOWELLPARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATER ' TE OUTLINE SPECIFICAT ION Concrete Pavers On Sand Bed Precast concrete pavers installed on a washed sharp sand setting bed [I" thick], on a compacted crushed class 5 or crushed stone limestone base, on a compacted or undisturbed subgrade. on fabric Standard walk width is eight feet. Precast Pavers to be: Colonial Rectangular Paver, black grey blend color, herringbone pattern, as manufactured by Interlocking Paving Company (612) 447-6655 or Continental Rectangular Paver, Lanon blend color, herringbone pattern, as manufactured by Bend Industries (612) 633-0615. Promenade -Concrete Surfacing W/ Concrete Typical width is 14 feet: 8 feet wide concrete surfaced field area with 3 feet wide precast paver borders on each side of the field area. Paver Border Concrete surfacing [4" thick] on clean sand base [4" thick] on compacted or undisturbed subgrade. • Precast concrete pavers installed on a washed sharp sand setting bed [ 1" thick], on a compacted crushed class 5 or crushed stone limestone base, on a compacted or undisturbed subgrade. Precast Pavers to be: Colonial Rectangular Paver, black grey blend color, as manufactured by Interlocking Paving Company (612) 447-6655 or Continental Rectangular Paver, Lanon blend color, as manufactured by Bend Industries (612) 633-0615. Bituminous Surfacing W/ Stone Sealcoat Bituminous surfacing [2" thick] on compacted aggregate base [ti" thick] on compacted or undisturbed subgrade. Bituminous surfacing to meet requirements of MnDOT 2341. Aggregate base to be class 5 material, and meet requirements of MnDOT 3138. • Bituminous surfacing to receive a layer of crushed Bryan red rock. The stone is to be secured to bituminous with a tack coat. Concrete Surfacing W/ Special Scoring Concrete surfacing [4" thick] on clean sand base [4" thick] on compacted or undisturbed subgrade. Concrete Curb And Gutter City Standard Promenade Light Standards [ 14'1 Provide decorative post lighting system. Provide each promenade postlight base with an interior factory mounted GFI receptacle with removable base cover. All underground wiring shall be direct burial without conduit. Style: To match existing acorn fixtures and poles along Levee Road. Pole height to match existing. Color to be determined. Manufacturer. Western Lighting Standards, 18060 Euclid Street, Fountain Valley, California 92708 (714) 549-0650 or approved equal. Park Light Standard (12'j Provide decorative post lighting system. Provide each postlight base with an interior factory mounted receptacle with removable base cover. All underground wiring shall be direct burial without conduit. Style: To match two existing globe fixtures in southern end of park. Pole height to be 12 feet. Color to be determined.Manufacturer: Western Lighting Standards, 18060 Euclid Street, Fountain Valley, California 92708 (714) 549-0650 or approved equal. 1 B-2 I OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS Lowet.tPAxxRexovAnox-CrryoFSntawAnR r J r ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION Pay Phone Installation Provide underground telephone service for pay phones, meeting the requirements of U.S. West. Wall mount pay phones on building exterior facade where applicable, otherwise pedestal mount. Drinking Fountain Provide and Install two wall hung handicap accessible drinldng fountains. Secure to the existing facades of the existing and the proposed restroom facility. Levee Wall Renovation RE: SEH Report dated October 10, 1991 Replace lower wall south of bridge Repair lower wall north of bridge Replace wharf slab Repair minor deterioration of upper wall [the lower wall south of the bridge would most likely be replaced with sheetpilling] Levee Wall Extension Provide formed concrete balustrade bollards with 1" uncoated proof coil chain. Bollard / Balustrade Cast stone balustrade anchored to concrete wharf. Heavy Chain 1"proof coil chain, uncoated [10 Ib. per linear foot] Possible Supplier. C.C. Sharrow and Company, Inc. St. Paul, Minnesota (612) 489-1341. Fishing Pier Provide T-shaped floating dock with the main section 8' wide by 60' long and the cross section 8' wide by 20' long. • Floating Dock System with CCA treated wood deck; Deck live load = 40 psf Access live load - 50-100 psf Freeboard = 16" Horizontal wind load = 17 psf Anchoring - Telescopic Pipe and Collar System, if water depths are less than 26 feet, or Winch and Cable Anchorage System with deeper depths. ■ Provide CCA treated wood railings with the following: Provide bait shelf, 8" to 12" wide with 36" clearance. Proved an arm/pole rest inclined about 30 degrees with 30" clearance Provide a 4" kickplate or wheel stop along edge of pier. Plank spacing shall not exceed a half inch. Manufacturer: Galva -Foam, route 67, Box 19, Camdenton, Missouri 65020 (800) 346-3323 or approved equal. BUILDINGS Restroom/Storage Building Provide water service for domestic and fire protection purposes, meeting the requirements of the Stillwater Department of Public Works. ■ Provide sanitary sewers meeting the requirements of the Stillwater Department of Public Works. Provide natural gas service for heating and meeting the requirements of N.S.P. B-3 OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - Cr[Y OF STTLLWATER ' ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION • Provide connections to all mains and assessments for main improvements, extensions and reconnection charges. • Plumbing - provide domestic hot and cold water systems including but not limited to the following: Water meter, Copper piping throughout, ' gas water heater Performance Structure • Existing Restroom Modification [Roof] SITE IMPROVEMENTS Roof to match existing restroom building roof. ' Fountain Pool Formed reinforced concrete pool. ' Pool Water Feature Manufacturer: Kenneth Lynch and Sons, P.O.Box 488, Wilton, Connecticut 06897, (203) 762-8363 Model Number 2043, Lead Child with Fish, 42" height, with Model # 2215 Dolphin Lead Base, 24" height on 12" tri -form cast stone base. Overall Water Feature height is 76 inches. Elmore Lowell Statue Bronze Statue [ 12' height] mounted atop cast stone base with bronze plaque Wall Fountains Install as recommended by Manufacturer. Water Source to be spring fed creek behind levee wall. Provide filters as required. • Manufacturer: Kenneth Lynch and Sons, P.O.Box 488, Wilton, Connecticut 06897, (203) 762-8363 Model Number 2062-B, Lead Dolphin Fountain with Cast Stone Plaque, 23" wide by 28" high, equipped with piping, Quantity (1). Model Number 2025, Lead Dolphin, 15" high, equipped with piping, Quantity (2). Wall Plaque Cast bronze plaque with text and bas relief artwork Conceal mounting method Background texture & color - leatherette, verdi-green Single Line border style Plaque size 36" x 48" Flagpole Install commercial/institutional milled aluminum flagpole with internal halyard, 35 feet height with 5' by 8' , heavy weight exterior American Flag. ' • Install as recommended by manufacturer. • Manufacturer: E.M.0 A division of Eder Mfg. Corp., 8939 N. 55th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53223 (800) 558-9620 or approved equal. ' Model Number AGS-35-I1i with milled aluminum finish and gold anodized spun aluminum ball. ■ Concrete Footing 3' by 4'. Footbridge Footbridge size to be 6'x 20'. • Steadfast Bridges - EDO style, contact person Dan Vinup 898-3598. SITE FURNITURE B-4 I OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LowELL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY of STtu wATER J 1 u ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION Ornamental Bench W/ Back Install and anchor to concrete pad as recommended by manufacturer. Manufacturer. Trystan, 146 Morrell Street Brantford, Ontario, Canada N3T4J8, (5 19) 756-0762 Model TS -1 [6' long] Select Bench with unstained cedar slats and cast iron bases with threaded anchoring rod, factory supplied. Cast Iron to be factory powder coat painted - White. Wood slats to be bleached to speed the weathering process and assure a more uniform weathered appearance. Bleach to be Bleaching Oil as manufactured by: Benjamin Moor, Cabots or approved equal. ■ Poured in place concrete slab with broom finish, slab size 3' by 8'. Ornamental Bench Without Back Install and anchor to concrete pad as recommended by manufacturer. Manufacturer: Trystan, 146 Morrell Street Brantford, Ontario, Canada N3T4J8, (519) 756-0762 Model BB -1 [6' long] Backless Bench with unstained cedar slats and cast iron bases with threaded anchoring rod, factory supplied. Cast Iron to be factory powder coat painted - White. Wood slats to be bleached to speed the weathering process and assure a more uniform weathered appearance. Bleach to be Bleaching Oil as manufactured by: Benjamin Moor, Cabots or approved equal. ■ Poured in place concrete slab with broom finish, slab size 3' by 8'. Swing Bench ■ Custom design: Teak wood bench suspended from 5" square steel tubing painted to match the existing pavilion posts. Automatic irrigation system with plastic piping, beads and valves. Heads to be secured with vandal resistant screws. Provide separate PLANTINGS Irrigation System water meter for irrigation system. Rose beds and perennials to be irrigated with drip irrigation. Shrub beds, perennials beds and lawn to be irrigated by separate zones. Recommended manufacturers: Hunter, Rainbird or Toro. Shade Tree [3" Caliper] Nursery grown under climate circumstances similar to those in the locality of the project. Contractor to warranty plant materials for a one year period. ■ Mulch to be shredded hardwood bark mulch. Use plant materials indicated in this plan that area water tolerant and historically sensitiive Ornamental Tree [2" Caliper] Evergreen Tree [8' Height] Deciduous Shrub [24" @ 3' O.C.] Evergreen Shrub [24" @ 3' O.C.] Perennials [Pot @ 18" O.C.] Rejuvenate Lawn ■ Aerate lawn, overseed, add topdressing in low areas, and fertilize three times annually. Roof Ducting: Shall be flexible roof ducting kit, including roof cap round metal duct connection, clamps, reducer and 8' by 4" flexible duct. Storage Room Fan: Shall be wall mounted propeller fan with motorized damper and backdraft damper. Provide intake louver with B-5 OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LOWELLPARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATER I ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION motorized damper controlled by reverse -acting stat. Intake Louver: Shall be aluminum inside wall. • GENERAL PROVISIONS Electrical Contractor shall be responsible for all labor, material, equipment including permits, fees, licenses and utility charges required to complete electrical systems. All applicable codes, regulations and standards shall be complied with. Temporary power service shall be provided to site for construction power and trailers. Building construction power shall include lighting, lamps and receptacles. Energy by general contractor. Operating/Maintenance manuals including instructions for all electrical systems shall be provided. Equipment and materials shall be U.L. listed. Equipment shall have identification labeling, • BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS ' Power service and distribution system raceway shall be EMT or IMC. PVC conduit not acceptable. Branch circuits raceway shall be EMT or IMC. PVC conduit not acceptable forbuilding interior or exterior site. Wire conductors shall be copper type THWN, THHN or XHHN, minimum size #12 with pressure connectors. Aluminum wire is not permitted. Safety switches shall be heavy duty. Provide disconnect at all motors and equipment. Cartridge fuses shall be provided at the main switch and in fused safety switches. Current Switches and receptacles shall be gray specification grade rated at 20 amperes with stainless steel, nylon or lexan gray plastic coverplates. Switches and receptacles shall only be provided in storage room. Outlet boxes shall be galvanized steel. • POWER SERVICE AND MAIN SWITCHGEAR Power service shall be 225 ampere, 120/208 volt, 3 phase, 4 wire underground from utility company transformer pad mounted next to building. Main switchgear shall have interior main switch (exterior in line utility company meter) and circuit breaker panelboard, Panelboard shall have plug-in 10,000 A.I.C. circuit breakers, • MOTORS AND EQUIPMENT WIRING AND CONTROL Motor control starters shall be magnetic with integral control and indicating devices. Manual starter switches with indicating pilots shall be provided for fractional motors. A safety switch or manual motor switch disconnect shall be provided at all motors and equipment. • BUILDING INTERIOR LIGHTING B-6 i Ij IOUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS t I � u �J n LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATER ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION Toilet light fixtures shall be surface mounted fluorescent with high durability lexan plastic lenses and energy saving lamps and ballasts. Storage room shall have fluorescent fixtures. All interior lighting shall be manual switched within the storage room. ■ EXTERIOR LIGHTING Building exterior light fixtures shall be recess mounted in underside of roof overhang soffit. Light fixtures with high durability dropped lens enclosure and metal halide (white) lamp will be provided around entire building perimeter. Exterior building fixtures shall be aesthetic commercial (not industrial) style. General walk lighting shall consist of ornamental standards lamped with high pressure sodium with clear vandal -resistant lens. Ornamental cast aluminum posts with concrete base. Building and park lighting shall have a common photocell ON automatic control. Three (3) 24 hour time switches shall provide independent selective automatic OFF control for each function [promenade lighting, park lighting and building lighting. • TELEPHONE RACEWAY SYSTEM To be determined • MISCELLANEOS SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Electric hand dryer (1) in each toilet room. Code compliant fountain pool and water circulation system ground system shall be provided. • GENERAL PROVISIONS Scope: The work of this project involves providing new mechanical fountain filtration equipment, plumbing, site work and ventilation system to serve new buildings and fountain/wading pool. Contractor will prepare a portfolio of all mechanical equipment furnished by him on this project, The portfolio will include manufacturer's shop drawings, parts lists, supply houses carrying parts and operating and maintenance instructions of equipment. • OUTSIDE UTILITIES Building and fountain water main and sewer shall be extended from existing services in Myrtle and Chestnut Streets. Provide catch basins and storm drainage systems as required. Inadequate information at this time to further address. Connect to city sewer with manhole. • BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS Foundations, anchors, anchor bolts, pipe sleeves, unions, grouts, shims, etc. necessary for placing equipment will be provided by this Contractor. Provide schedule 40 pipe sleeves for piping passing through concrete floors and walls of sufficient size to allow for expansion and contraction, sleeves used for piping covered by insulation will be oversized to allow for insulation. All uncovered exposed piping passing through floors, walls and ceilings will be fitted with chromium plated cast brass plates with locking screws. ° Hangers and supports will be provided, properly sized and designed to support materials and equipment from construction encountered. Hangers in direct contact with copper pipe will be copper plated. Hangers for insulated piping will be of sufficient size to permit passage of insulation, provide sheet metal shields to prevent crushing of insulation if required. All plumbing will be disinfected and tested in accordance with applicable State and Local Codes. All motors will bare the stamp of approval of the Underwriter's Laboratory and will conform with applicable NEMA standards. Motors will have a minimum service factor of 1.15. B-7 OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS in LOW ELL PARK RENO VAnoN - CrrY OF Sr7LLWA-MR I OUTLINE SPECIFICATION Excavating, Trenches, Shoring and Backfilling will be provided by the Mechanical Contractor Trenches for all underground pipe lines and ductwork will be excavated to the required depths. The bottom of trenches will be tamped hard and graded to secure the required fall. Bell holes will be excavated so that the pipe will be set on solid ground for its entire length. Rock, where encountered, will be excavated to a depth of 6" below the bottom of the pipe and before pipe is laid, the space will be filled with gravel. Sewer and water pipe will be laid in separate trenches. Backfilling. After pipe lines and ducts have been tested, inspected and approved by the Architect/Engineer and prior to backfilling, all excavation will be removed and the excavation will be cleaned of all trash and debris. Material for backfilling will consist of the excavation, sand, gravel of other materials approved by the Architect/Engineer. Backfill will be placed in horizontal layers not exceeding 9" and each layer properly moistened and tamped by hand or machine to an equivalent density of the surrounding soil. Backfill will be brought to a suitable elevation above grade to provide for anticipated settlement and shrinkage of the backfill. Domestic water distribution piping will be graded to facilitate drainage. Provide drain valves at low points for draining systems. Waste and vent piping will be properly pitched 1/4" per foot where possible and 1/8" per foot minimum to provide proper drainage. Piping will be properly supported to eliminated sagging. • PIPE AND PIPE FITINGS Furnish and install, where shown on drawings and required to connect fixtures, equipment, pipe and fittings of type and material as noted. At all fixture connections where nipples are required between copper tubing and fixtures, such nipples will be standard weight full iron pipe size, brass pipe nipples with suitable brass or copper adapters. Steel or iron nipples will not be permitted in any location in copper lines where connections are made to brass fixture valves or trim. Domestic Water: Pipe - type "M" hard drawn copper tubing, soft drawn type "L" may be used adjacent to fixtures and equipment, Fittings - cast bronze or wrought copper, Joints - 95/5 soldered. Water Service: Pipe - ANSI, A-21.51, Class 52 with suitable fittings. Sanitary Sewer in Building Underground: Pipe - service weight cast iron, Fittings - bubless, Joints - elastomeric sealing sleeve and stainless steel clamp, clamping screw and housing. Sanitary Sewer in Building above Ground: Pipe - service weight cast iron, Fittings - hubless, Joints - elastomeric sealing clamp, clamping screw and stainless steel or service weight Vent Piping: Pipe - schedule 40 galvanize steel service weight cast iron, Fittings - black cast iron drainage or hubless, Joints- screwed or elastomeric sealing sleeve and stainless steel clamp, clamping screw and housing. • VALVES Valves will be installed at all necessary locations including branches to groups of fixtures and equipment. Install drain valves at all low points. Valves 2" and smaller will bronze body, swing check, screwed cap, regrinding bronze disc. Valves 2-1/2" and larger will be iron body, flanged check valve, bolted cap, regrinding bronze disc. Check valves 2" and smaller will be 300# steel body, screwed, fully guided lift, stainless steel guide retaining ring spring and disc. Maximum pressure drop 5 feet at gpm's listed. Check valves 2-1/2" and 3" will be 125# iron body, bronze trim, center guided, silent check. Maximum pressure drop 5 ft. at gpm's listed. Drain valves for domestic water systems, at risers and low points of mains, will he bronze body gate valve, 3/4" threaded inlet 3/4" hose end outlet, Hose Bibs: Valves will be brass body, renewable composition disc, 3/4" hose end with vacuum breaker. • MECHANICAL SYSTEMS INSULATION Insulation will be furnished by Johns -Manville, Owens -Coming Fiberglass, Baldwin-Ehert-Hill, or Certainteed Saint Gobain and installed in strict accordance with manufacturer's and/or engineer's recommendations. Provide metal shields at pipe hangers. B-8 i OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS 0 r 1 LowuLPARK ReNovknox - CrrY of SnLL,wknR OUTLINE SPECIFICATION All insulation, adhesives, mastic cements, tapes, glass fabric for fittings will have fire and smoke hazard ratings not exceeding the following unless otherwise specified: Flame Spread 25, Smoke Developed 50 (fiberglass and phenolic) 150 (elastomeric) Insulation on all cold surfaces where vapor barrier jackets are used will be applied with a continuous unbroken vapor seal. Supports or anchors that are secured directly to cold surfaces must be adequately insulated and vapor sealed to prevent condensation. Domestic Cold Water Pipes: All pipes will be insulated with foam Plastic pipe insulation 3/4" thick, for service - 40'F to 220'F - Johns -Manville Aerotube or Armstrong FR Annaflex WATER SUPPLY SYSTEM Provide a water meter. Water hammer shock absorbers will be provided where required. Shock absorbers will be stainless steel or other approved non contusive material. Shock absorbers will be properly sized and installed in accordance with plumbing drainage institute standards WH -101. Backflow preventers will be provided at all pool fill, system make-up water connections. Install large hose connection in storage room. WASTE AND VENT SYSTEMS Provide a continuous waste and vent system to meet the requirements of the State Plumbing Code. Frostproof roof jackets approved by local codes will be provided on all soil and vent stacks passing through the roof. Cleanouts will be provided as shown on the plans and as required by code in the sanitary sewer systems. All exposed cleanouts covers will be chromium plated in walls and nickel bronze covers in floor. All waste and vent piping will be pitched 1/4" per foot wherever possible and 1/8" per foot minimum. Provide sanitary connections to fountain pool drains. ■ PLUMBING FIXTURES AND TRIM Furnish faucets, stops and traps for all fixtures and equipment. The vitreous china plumbing fixtures will be American Standard, Crane or Kohler. Fixtures and trim are to be furnished as listed and shown under catalog numbers, unless otherwise noted. Flush valves will be Sloan, Delaney or Watrous. Toilet seats will be Church, Beneke, Olsonite or Sperzel. Water Closet - Handicapped: Floor mounted on concealed flush valve 24" above seat with stop, seat. Lavatory - Handicapped: Walt hung china, self-closing, single handle faucet, grid strainer. Janitor Receptor: 24 x 24 x 10 molded stone, drain, faucet with vacuum breaker. WADING POOLS Wading pool system including, filter, piping, terminals, controls, etc. will be supplied and installed by this contractor. Make water and waste connection. Provide fountain pool drains to storm drain. VENTILATION Sheet Metal Work: All ducts will be constructed from zinc -coated iron or steel sheets unless otherwise noted and they will conform accurately to the dimensions indicated on the drawings. All ducts will be installed in accordance with the recommendations of the latest edition of ASHRAE Guide and Data Book (Systems and Equipment) Air Duct Design. Flexible Duct Connections: Flexible connection at connections between all fan suction and discharge openings, ventilating machines and sheet metal ducts or housings will be provided to eliminate noise transmissions. Flexible duct for connections will be made with factory pre -insulated duct composed of corrosion resistant reinforcing wire helix permanently bonded and enclosed in Tedlar film, then covered with 1" thick 3/4 Ib. density fiberglass insulation blanket sheathed in a vapor laminated to glass mesh, elastomer backcoated. Maximum length of 4'-0" between sheet metal duct and terminal device. B-9 OUTLINE SPECIFICATIONS LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CrrY OF STILLWATER I ITEM OUTLINE SPECIFICATION Ductwork must comply with latest NFPA Bulletin 90A and be tested as Class 1 Air duct material, UL Standard 181. Bathroom Ceiling Exhaust Fan: Shall be ceiling mounted complete with fan wheel, motor, and diffuser. Roof Ducting: Shall be flexible roof ducting kit, including roof cap round metal duct connection, clamps, reducer and 8' by 4" flexible duct. Storage Room Fan: Shall be wall mounted propeller fan with motorized damper and backdraft damper. Provide intake louver with motorized damper controlled by reverse -acting stat. Intake Louver: Shall be aluminum inside wall. B-10 t 1 r i P APPENDIX C LAWBLL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER C - I SUPPLEMENTAL HISTORICAL TIMELINE. LOWELL PARK APPENDIX C LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER 1888 From an article in the 'Stillwater Daily Gazette' • .quare built on Chestnut at Bridge. • Union Station built with platforms extending to Chestnut. • ®pen space (200 sq. ft.) between the railroad platforms and Water Street was graded and elevations raised. • Transfer Company contemplated filling in along the lake shore on its property, out 50 feet or more and rip rap the shoreline. 1911 From newspaper (unknown) article • Park developed in the area south of the bridge. It in- cluded a concrete seat wall (Y high, a twin set of walks with flower beds between, 40' wide levee (proposed to be sandstone paving or tar macadam) with a stone re- iaining/levee wall, and a hedge along the railroad tracks. 1916 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report • The Commission approved plans for the extension of Lowell ]Bark northward from Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet north of Myrtle Street. • An agreement was made to install pilings for a floating walk (a landing facility) north of Myrtle Street ex- tending into the river. • The Commission installed a large floating dock and supplementary walks as a convenient landing for small boats and for shoreline protection. • Northern Pacific Railroad turned over the care of the square ground between the Union Station and Lums- bermnen's ]Exchange Building, and restricted its use exclusively for park purposes, under the condition that the Commission care for the ground as a part of Lowell Park. • The grounds between Chestnut and Myrtle Streets were improved in accordance with approved plans. C-2 This included: the installation of paving blocks, filling of the lake front especially in the vicinity of Myrtle Street, grading for the sunken garden, construction of a cement fountain pool and steps, and the installation of walks and drive ways. The walks appear to be crushed stone in the historical photographs. 1917 From the Stillwater Daily Gazette • Contributions were taken for a 100 foot flagpole with two flags and a big electric light at the top. 1917 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report • Trees, ornamental shrubbery and flowers were in- stalled in the extension of Lowell Park northward from Chestnut Street to a line 75 feet north of Myrtle Street. • Water service was connected to the concrete fountain. • Drinking fountain installed and the ]bark repiped. 1928 Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report • In recounting the. development of Lowell Park, it is mentioned that the East Side Lumber Company gave the City 3/4 of a mile of shoreline on the Wisconsin side of the river in 1917. 1918 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report • Acceptance of the Aforell and Nichols dans for the parking of Stillwater was noted. n 1� r i i APPENDIX C 1919 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report • A\ possible agreement wieh Northern pacific to extend the gnarls northward to include Mulberry point is mentioned. From Runk Photo No. 156 & 157 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER Photon and Postcards • postcards shows Sunken Gardens Area, including metal frame benches with wood slats, formal gardens and fountain with pets, and crushed stone paths. • postcard shows parklands south of bridge, including simple heavy wooden benches, concrete seatwall and landing, globe lights, twin paths with flower Beds be- tween and lawn area. ' photograph shows: a concrete levee wall with concrete landing, simple heavy wood benches, two globe type 1929 From the Stillwater Park COmm1881OII �nIIIIal light standards on step cheekwalls, perennial garden between twin crushed stone walking paths in the area Report south of the bridge. Dredge from raver was used to beatify raver bluffs and shoreline on Wisconsin side. 1922 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual Report 1930 From the .Stillwater Park Commission Annual • Grounds north of Myrtle Street were graded and Report equipped with paths and landscaping. • Acceptance of Morell and Nichols plan for the ap- proach to the new bridge. 1923 From the .Stillwater Park Commission Annual .Construction of a ferry from Mulberry point to the Report Tourist Camp was noted. • planting was completed at Mulberry point. • Tourist Camp was developed at the oast end of bridge. ' pavilion was completed at the foot of Myrtle Street. 1932 From the Stillwater Park Commission Anneal ' Grading was completed from the pavilion to the old Maples pelevator. Report • Bandstand was erected at Mulberry point. 1924 From the Stillwater Park Commission Anneal Report 1934 Phoios/Fosicards ' plans to complete grading to the oil tants was postcard shows new bridge with acorn light standards mentioned. and globe lights on step clnechwalls. • Lighting at pavilion, Dowell parts and boat dock was noted. 1936 Photos/Postcards Postcard shows landscape screening along the western 1928 From the Stillwater Park Commission Annual edge of the park and some metal frame benches with Report wood slats. • Driveway around Mulberry point was completed. ' Highway bridge location controversy. C-3 APPENDIX C LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF SULLWATER 1937 From article 'Fifty Years Ago...' in the Gazette (1987) Park B ..d and City Council agreed to complete half of the proposed waterfront improvement project before the water rose as a result of the completion of the new damn at Red Wing. 1940 From an article, 'Backward Glance/1940' in the Courier. White washing of the cement fountain was mentioned. 1941 Photos/Postcards • Postcard shows water feature in fountain as a decorative statue of child with a vertical wafer jet and C-4 four streams of water conning from the base, sunken garden no longer sunken, levee walls reconfigured, acorn light fixture shown near pavilion, less plantings noticed (however, may be early in season). 1957 Photos/Postcards • ]Postcard shows ]Pavilion enclosed as a toilet building. 1984 From an editorial in the Gazette • lip -rap and bank improvements on the north and South sides of ]Lowell ]Park levee. • ]Pavilion restored. • South toilet building constructed (handicap accessible). t r 11 t c i APPENDIX D I OWELL PARK RENOVATION - CPIY OF SI7LLWATER IM Ll APPE2.NDix D STILLWATER ID JMVERFRONT PARK STUDIES THE AiPLE PROPERTY KOLLINER PARK APPENDIX D N MNO!, o ■�1nI 01 IOW ELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER '"rte '•� /�r � i i ; _ �. , "ice. o '/ Downtown _s- 'Stillwater � � ��� � Q -" $�� 71Al R`MM1M� diff NIMM, o� X1111" � Riverfront Parks Vicinity .. D-2 A i L J APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF SnLLWATER AIIII-L1E II-II�.0II-ILII .TY The area referred to as the Ample Property is the land bounded by the St. Croix River on the east, Sunnyside Marina on the south, Highway 95 on the west and the Andiamo Dock- ing facilities on the North. The land is currently owned by the City of Stillwater and leased to Ai iple Towing for barge opera- tions. The Tease will expire in 1998. The AAiple Property can be reached by foot from Lowell Park by away of a small undeveloped trail leading past the Dock Restaurant and the Andiamo boat docking facilities. The trail is privately owned and links the Lowell Park with the Aiple Property. The Ample Property's northern boundary occurs ap- proximately at the docking facilities. The existing conditions at this entrance to the Aiple Property should be improved. Views of dumpsters and parking lots spoil the experience and create a negative perception of this entrance to the property. At this point the property is very narrow and a railroad track occupies the only level, easily developable area of the site. Steeps slopes separate the tracks from the rocky shoreline below and from the heavily traveled highway abode. The slopes are heavily vegetated with grounndcovers, shrubs and trees. Power lines parallel the railroad tracks along this stretch of the property. D-3 APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER D-4 The railroad tracks, utilized by Anderson Windows, are active appromimately once a day. The narrowness of this section of the property and the proximity to the railroad tracks presents obstacles and hazards related to site access and circulation. Moving southward the railroad tracks come upon a large metal building. At this point the site opens up to a large level plateau situated below the high ay and above the St. Croix. Here the railroad tracks ascend up to High ay 95. The plateau area is the site of the Northwestern Mills, now long gone. Some remnants of Eine mill complex remain. The grassed plateaus is for the most apart void of frees and shrubs excerpt for large trees and shrubs growing on the steep 1-j h P, t 1 t t 1 APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER slopes adjacent to the shoreline. Many picturesque views of the river valley through the shoreline vegetation are attainable. On the western edge of the plateau stone cliff and interest- ing stone retaining walls take up the grade between the railroad tracks above and the plateau. A narrow dirt drive parallels the walls and cliffs. The existing remnants of lumbering and railroad operations as well as existing barge operations represent valuable resources for historical and industrial interpretation. Additionally the cliffs, the river and the vegetation create opportunities for nature and geological interpretation. This area is the most developable portion of the site. It is relatively large and level and currently has access from Highway 95. However, its location in the Floodplain and the Shoreland/Bluffline District must be kept in mind. The scenic location is relatively removed D-5 from adjacent uses. Investigate ways to take advantage of this remoteness, yet address issues related to site surveillance. The plateau begins to narrow again further to the south. Here small brick buildings, old equipment and machinery, old metal Quonset hunts and other related barge support facilities occupy a small opening in the wooded plateau. These facilities are active and are operated by Ample Towing. From these facilities southward the site becomes heavily vegetated and the terrain more rugged. An unpaved drive leads up to the Sunnyside Marina access road and Highway 95. Here too the existing barge facilities and the wooded area represent valuable interlpretive resources. The site is also of ade- quate size for some type of development and access to the high- way already e%ists> I APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION-CITY OF STILLWATER I SITE HISTORY existing diner. Another remnant is the stone and brick founda- tion walls of the Saw Mill. An interesting opening in the foundation wall and other detailing are believed to be remnants THE LUM1.E+ I' MILLS of a flue that at one time tunneled under Main Street. It con- nected the mill with a stone structure, possibly a chimney, . Industry has played an important part in the development of across the street. the Aiple Property. Back in the 1873 the Hersey, Sean and It)rown Company opened a mill, known as the Northwestern THE RAILROADS Mills, on the site. This mill was the second of two mills owned by Staples. The first was located on North Main Street. At The railroads also played a significant role in the develop- that time timber was floated down the St. Croix River to the rent of Stillwater and the Aiple Property. The St. Paul, til- boom site and mill. From there finished or manufactured lumber lwater and Taylor's Falls Railroad Company, incorporated in was shipped by rail to various markets. AS rail service improved 1869, first linked St. Paul with Stillwater in 1872. The to Stillwater later in 1800's less and less timber was arriving to tracks were built out over the river on trestles and bridges set on the mills by way of the river. The railroads made the booms ob- solete. Then in 1888 railroad scales were constructed by the Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Paul Z Omaha Railroad Company. They were located adjacent to and just to the west of the mills . d' " h .� , , � r � : �, y lg ,/ r 1'1-4 q The scales remained until 1900 r� �� „� C y S The Northwest Malls complex was quite large and occupied ] Hr y ' Hr '' almost one mile of the riverfront. The mill also owned and oper- /, �' aced a general merchandise store. The store is believed to haver. �' .4 been nestled into the bluff on the west side of Main Street now y i occupied by a diner and service station. :/i y Increasing costs of production, increasing distances to mar- y � ;, ,� kets and a diminishing supply of timber brought about the de- �y - ' r'„ .y / cline of lumbering and mull operations at the Aiple Propertyi ..::-.':%'. .. 3 � �� r' The decline eventually necessitated the closure of the North- : % % " western Mills in I904 and most of the mill related structures xy /�/N � were removed prior to 9 A g 9.711.®. Today, however, remnants ®f some 7 r���r� � i�r ti � � of these structures remain. One remnant as the stone founda- N" �, tion of a arse I�earn tore ' Hersey Jand Office structure, built into "y, ; iw the slope on the east side of Main Street, opposite the site of an Remnants of earlier Milling Operations[1992] I D-6 i i IAPPENDIX D t t i7 LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER wooden posts. The tracks traveled north up the river past the Aiple Property, then the site of the Northwestern Mills. The rail line terminated at a freight depot. The depot, situated on trestles out over the water at amount Dine Street, was surrounded by wooden platforms. The freight depot was built in 1872, and an 1 884 it was converted to warehouse use. It was later com- pletely removed around 1900. A wood frame passenger depot, also built by the St. Paul, Stillwater and Taylor's Falls Rail- road Company in 1.872, was situated on what is now Main Street. It was to the south and west of the freight depot. This depot was not long lived for in 1883 it was demolished when it was bought by the Chicago, St. Paul, Minneapolis & Omaha Railroad. The railroad built a new depot closer to the downtown. D-7 BARGE OPERATIONS Barge Operations have played and continue to splay an im- portant role in the development of the Aiple Property. The general use of this site for barge operations goes back to the tuurn-of-the-centunry. In the 20's the barges were even used to bring sisal up the St. Croix for use in twine -making by inmates at the Mate Prison. In 1927 the St. Croix Barge Terminal Company began operations at Aliprle. Today, barge operations continue at the site. A ipale Towing, under the same ownership as the St. Croix Large Terminal Company, runs operations and occupies numer- ous structures on the site. At the north end one structure dominates. This structure, fabricated of metal, was built in APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER D -S 1958. A small brick scale building is also located at the north- ern portion of the site. Numerous smaller structures, ranging from simple brick buildings to metal Quonset hunts, dot the southern portion of the site. Old heavy equipment and machinery are scattered in the area and barges line a small portion of the riverfront. DESIGN GUIDELINES: I. Maintain natural appearance of site from the river and entering Stillwater along Highway 95 from the south. 2. Development dams shall address the ]Blufflune and .�i�norelamd and Floodplain requirements. i 11 t s 1 APPENDjX D LoWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER 3. Any plans should include a pedestrian paaiAway Haat links THE MASTER PLAN the southern City Boundary along the raver to Lowell Park. PREFERRED LAND USES Extension of Lowell Park and City open space system, walkways, picnicking, camping, fishing prier, boat launch, fran- sienf boat clocking, charter and excursion boat clocking and site for Lover Sf. Croix Visitor Center and possible light rail tran- sit stop. ASSUMPTIONS Floodplain and Shoreland & Bluffline Requirements can he met. D-9 At the northern half develop the open space info an active spark arse and destination. Uses suggested include the creation Of 1. • Andiamo, Charter and excursion boat docks and support facilities, • Interpretive trails - interpreting railroad and milling history in the area, as well as interpreting more current industrial uses including barge operations, • Transient Boat Dock and support facilities, • Boardwalk linking the Aiple Property with Lowell Park, ■ Parking areas. and • Bicycle and Walking Trails along Highway 95 linking Aiple with the downtown, Less active recreational uses are suggested for the southern half of the property. These incline- • Visitor Center- possibly incorporating existing stationary barge, • Rail service on the existing tracks linking Aiple with Downtown. • Reservable Group Picnic Grounds, • Informal Field Areas, • Picnic Support Facilities, including restrooms and picnic shelters, and • Parking areas. APPENDIX D LoWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER LEGEND: A EXTENSION OF LEVER WALL F ENTRANCE TO PROPERTY I SMALL GROUP PICNIC SHELTER N EXISTING BARGE .t a :.tiny e.t,.. rife ..:t:. x6:tectu,.1 de.;y. xl.l.d f. e:pl.x p...:61e a Vi.;eer C.nfer B BOARDWALK • lonle.ud e.e..n.e ..ie6 aynye t6e.:te'. L:.e.,T a=pl." p ... ;bl, us" f., b.,y, opene:e. nett:.. I. ",,ell P.,k • po..ibl. controlled :nfexe.se. • .m.11 yre..p pic.ic f.c;l:f:n i.f.,pxl.Gen • .uall n:..6.lte. ro,tnom f-iliti . G PARKING AREA AND DROP-OFF O DROP-OFF C TRANSIENT BOAT DOCKS wnCyHro p.h:.y •re.. void ea:.bny K PICNIC GROUNDS • possible c..tr.11ed •ocssr pe:.! a..tnro ,eye46on •nd 6:.foric.l rae. •nd e,e•te . H.e.do 1iko.elt:.y for p;—i. P PARKING AREA .t6.1 :nte,pxt:.e x.oux.. yr•u.d. -dicured is .,oid d.....y. is _i- * ADAPTIVE REUSE OF STORAGE • .;le not fe Le .:.:61e from Hiy6...T 96 e:pl.ro c.n.trocf:ny connal .:,.y .;te. ..yef.6.n .nd of6e. x,o.xe. Eor BUILDING infe,prot•6en k f 1L • qen-q . ,.< aro v II EXCURSION BOAT DOCKS L BARGE OPERATIONS .:te not I. b. ,;.16 from H:y6...T 95 • A,Ii,hl. a=c. .. b..f .l...y...a be.rdi.y INTERPRETATION • suis t for "me" 1•.y. Smut, p:cn;. .acnn.on Lo.f .d,ninbtr.6on booek a=vlox ssbq:.y eaisHy In. xLfed Q VISITOR CENTER ACCESS ROAD p..8:.. q.;p—.t usa -hi.." u re.on,c.. for m.:.f.i....6—sal xHale.eff:ny _f__ I WALKING AND CROSS COUNTRY (..L•d:.d..fd•I):nfc.prot•6.. • W vI.f....16,be... pit. TRAIL R SECONDARY VISITOR CENTER ;.lenrot:.e Ha,4en o..;tdc;t, 6:.ton M VISITOR CENTER SIGNAGE E COMBINATION BICYCLE AND •.d a.fnr•I re.oa.ce. * • d:.lr:b.t:ouf City I.fo,...6" WALKING TRAIL it. tr.:l t. f.4e .d..nf.ye of r;.e, ..IIeT • D.N.R.:ds—ti.. x.te, S PRIMARY VISITOR CENTER i.terpxt:,e Harken, —,..a -.I •rw ,aw. —I-- f-ilitin SIGNAGE • 6..d:..p..c...;ble sit..ot t. tie ,:.:61. f.om H:y6...T 96 CONCEPTUAL ILLUSTRATIVE PLAN - FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS TO GROUNDS AT THE AIPLE PROPERTY ''•4,/4 r9J�\ � - 1w>nay.,Rn re. tvaxxvn.. Beacer.Lr. 'vvvyaide Marine `� © © _gyp p y$t•' _ St. Crol. — River. © St. Crol. River •\ N..Tx uSc'.F_ Illustrative Concept Plan for Aiple Property D-10 i IAPPENDIX D LV WELL PARK RENOVATION - CHY OF STILLWATER KOLLINJEEIR. 1L AJ'JDLVK Kolliner Farb is a twenty-six acre site across the St. Crows from downtown Stillwater. The site, situated in Wisconsin, is owned by the City. It was closed in 1979 dune to growing con- cerns of vandalism and traffic congestion at the east end of the j Lift Bridge. t L t Proposed uses for this area should resolve jurisdictional and law enforcement issues, as well as permit supervision of uses at the park ( i.e. trails emergency vehicles could use). The construction of a new highway bridge is expected to greatly reduce traffic condition at the bridge and the park. D-11 The area of Kolliner north of the Lift Bridge was the site of a Tourist Camp. The s><te is heavily wooded and the access road has become overgrown and otherwise deteriorated. Stone retaining walls along (he enhance road and afloor slab of the tourist campkitchen are visible reminders of the park's past. The site, for the most part, is heavily wooded with many large frees. Moser to the shore the frees diminish in size but are still in abundance. Along the shore various la((oral or shore- line vegetation flourishes in this protected area on the St. Croix. The park's history, its scenic beauty and its varied landscape are valuable resources that create opportunities for interpretation. In addition, the protected location of the APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER shoreline provides opportunities for boat docking, fishing facilities and swimming. The somewhat remote park is visually linked with Stillw- ater. Panoramic and quite picturesque dews of downtown just across the river are abundant. The relatively remote location, though an asset, has some drawbacks. The perceived distance to cross the river to town may to some appear long and may limit the number of park users willing to stroll over to or from downtown. Signs of (past flooding are visible. Branches, logs and man - generated litter parallel the shore and define past high water marks. D- 12 Proposed uses should be designed to withstand flooding and explore methods of reducing the extent of flooding in the park. To the south of the Lift Bridge is the abandoned Legion Beach area. A prayed road enters the site east of the Lift Bridge. It terminates in a small sparking area. The roadway and sparking lot are in surprisingly good condition. An interesting old stone wall and drainage diversion channel parallel the road- way on the east. More remnants of past facilities exist to the east of the sparking area. The mains of the Park Caretaker's Home are visible with only a stone foundation wall and brick chimney recording its location. To the west of the sparking area, a concrete slab marks the location of the bathing house (showers]. The bathing house was sited above the beach_ atop a i 1 t L�J t t APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER stone retaining wall with steps to the beach. The handsome wall and steps still remain. The steeply sloped portions of the site are heavily wooded, however sand slides are evident on the slopes east of the access road. The sand beach remains but is beginning to be overtaken by various grasses and shrubs. The protected shoreline is lit- tered with fish carcasses and bait may possibly indicate good fishing in the area. As with the north section of the park, the protected location of the shoreline provides opportunities for boat docking, fishing facilities and of course swimming. Views to downtown are a pleasing amenity to the site. Conversely, views of Kolliner are highly visible from the down- town. This necessitates that proposed uses create a pleasing and enticing environment as viewed from town. SITE HISTORY Like the Ample Property the Kolliner Park site owes munch of its history to the logging industry, In 1917 the East Sade Lumber Company gave the land to the City of Stillwater. In a letter dated, March 12, 1917 the president of the company, David Bronson, described the company's intentions for the gen- erous donation. p p ry p feeling p de- siregiving this to the City it is with the feeling and dlle- sure that the bluffs will be preserved from devastation of commercial usage and the beauty of themkept- for all our people and to Haus end we hope you will see fit to put the property under tine jurisdiction of your Park Board. We hope that in the years to come that the shore rights will also prove of additional value to line City." D-13 LoWELL PARK RENOVATION-CITY OF STILLWATER fllustrative Site Plan of the Ch 42 Lwnbermens' Exchange Building estnut Street Roundabout I I ·I I I I I I I I I I I I I • I APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION-CITY OF STILLWATER I Y u F l:ATHING I EACH ', /i 9; fir y''' /," 1 £ / �I ys ' ' 4 / y ,1 y, /e- �/ In 1931 the American Legion requested the Park Il,oard I «// �, / /wig f 'i/ �/�� '/4 //y :: /��'�y" //.r construct a public bathing beach at Kolliner, south of the bridge. fis v y�" ate .. The Park Iioard granted the request and built the beach and in / ' /# ti H 9[ ri I, �%/ . : ��/tip dd supplied beach with dandk ""\ gel r�/ y , f/" /y .�j �/ // hh°i//y ° "/% addition, �UA]p]p Ile the life guards, a caretaker tx ,A" " 3 y11,444,:'1,7VI '$ yF/ /9Y y/ i' : that lived at the beach site. I'emnants of the caretaker's home, i \j / s F ' I'/ the stone foundation and brick chimney, still be seen. An n �� s r s � ; ',4')/'�„" .�r, �hi/�,� / Hmne can attractive stone retaining wall surrounding the bathhouse was G//ice later constructed in 937. In 1��1, the �m rican Legion r2 i h /� u�//j y turned over operation of the beach to the City, however, the ' /� / , ,, %� !� " requiredLegion to maintain supervised $ i�� s% / � /!�/� �3 g /F /,p� City the g pD management of "� the beach (i.e. hiring life guards). A caretaker laved at the 1960 / " y �4F����^ry ' �G/�`~ /e� �" � beach through�pythe 'se Y,',', /� 4,,,7,7,-0 i. y � '• 4i In 1976,6, as part of the bicentennial celebration, the access 're°s 4 ,�. . , /'/ H.. >y / r.. • *!!/, ._y s '''''''7: roadway roadwa leading to the beach was curbed and paved. Unfortu- The protected shoreline is ideal for boat docking and swimming[1992] nately, a short time later, in 1979, the beach and park was closed. This was done in part due to increased vandalism at the park and traffic congestion at the east end of the Lift It ridge. The Company was quite committed to this stipulation, for in 1926, J.D. Itronson wrote a letter to the City Council stat- ing has great displeasure with the City which at that time was DESIGN GUIDELINES: using the site as a source for it's sand supply. Maintain the natural appearance of the site as viewed from TOM"�ST CAMP the I•:iver and Downtown Stillwater. 1. Development plans shall address the f luffline and In 1924 due in part to Elmore Lowell's interest in the Shoreland and Floodplain requirements. Minneapolis Park System, a Tourist Camp was built on the Link Kolliner Park to Lowell Park and Eike Cats Park and northern half of Kolliner. Mr. Lowell had visited Minnehaha open space system by way of the historic Lift ;ridge. Park in Minneapolis and was so greatly impressed with the new- ly constructed Tourist Camp there that he encour:ged the de- velopment of one for Stillwater. The Camp had a camp kitchen and boat dock facilities and was operated and maintained by the Park hoard. I D-14 I 71 APPENDIX D 'REFERRED LAND USES LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CnY OF STILLWATER Part of City parks and open space system, transient boat docking, swimming, camping, picnicking, concessions for park/hoafing users, charter and excursion boat docking and site for Lower St. Croix Visitor Center, ASSUNMPTIONS L Arrangements over yurisdiciiom can be agreed upon to assure authorities have enforcement abilities in this pcark, located in Wisconsin. 2. The construction Of a new Highway Bridge and consequent reduction of traffic over tine interstate Bridge. 3. ]f'lood1plain and Shoreland And Bluffline Requirements can be met. 4. Explore the possibility of creating a focal point in the spank on axis with Myrtle street. 6. -Exlplore ways of linking the Ipank with neighborhoods sited move the park. t 1 D- 15 THE MASTER PLAN The northern half of the spark could be developed for the following uses: • Boat and hike -in Campground, • Campground support facilities, • Marina for campground and transient users, ■ Parking areas. The south area could he developed to support the following uses: • Swimming beach • Small Parking facilities. APPENDIX D LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER LEGEND: A RECONSTRUCT BATHING HOUSE G CAMPGROUND SUPPORT FACILITIES I CAMPGROUND DOCKS reconstruct on site of original bathing house locate near site of original facility provide minimal docking facilities for site sensitive design restrooms campground users only showers • administration J FISHING PIER B REESTABLISH SWIMMING BEACH provide small fishing pier for park users • restore existing stone wall H PARKING AREA AND TURNAROUND • restore beach area • screen views of parking area from -C PARKING AREA AND TURNAROUND campground and river • screen parking area from beach area and the river D HISTORICAL SITE interpretive site of caretakers home and history of the site CONCEPTUAL ILLUSTRATNE PLAN E HIKING AND WALKING TRAILS SI. C,•,i NI•.. FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS TO GROUNDS AT � • interpretive markers, maps and rest areas �OLLINER PARK F BOAT AND HIKE -IN CAMPING SITES t T7 CT FSTZ a ,MPwvm'e serosas w..cseR w�RM„•BFxc�r, tr+c. sw.a.�m O © ti s—arpa.T - p p 1p EI cj Illustrative Concept Plan for Kolliner Park D- 16 J 11 J [l 71 APPENDIX Ti LOWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER t Ln E-1 1 TD AxECOMMENDATIONS FOR FURTHERSTUDY STILLWATER, MINNESOTA APPENDIX E LOW ELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER E-2 i 7 ii fj C 1 1 1 1 t J APPENDIX E LAWELL PARK RENOVATION - CITY OF STILLWATER L p ov0 1 00 _ i111'MHlli`::Iiiii�iiiiH ►40.1• �= "I UP II I II li o 0 E� 111117AIHI1: �IHllli{11111: o g� gg�� gy�� I �. ��I 'I. illillllllll ,IIIIIWIIIIII.$'u SYdit6 �!; � I 0 III III: all I IIIIC — °�9 � �� Illii�llllll°.IIIHIIIIII°: � � � e him rltoc 0 N 8i N qui in AM HiN 1IHIHOpt HI�=®r f °ivl��' •�� �III.IICII. °iiiiii .,�AW elo4lf_o, w.e . � �€ �I�I 'III? `•ilrl, \ „..�Malk ` r Site . • 9� � . .. ... - im INIIKIIIIII 51I►11nu0Y 1 1 ,alll_ n oigle 119! -'iii !3■ �6{II{{�4 I u11111 on a neo ~1S s 3["°IIII ' n `01�IHim '; �712 �Q ,�=�,�I��°����: � 11111-� �'iiira�-�►�� �!"' 0 m��p IHp1.7iww° 71 17 71 II Irmo olio mm c � �� Y. •� —'OI77tlp. 71pY. 711111 °IIII:'i�•�€ �€ . .'1 :� '%og:: �pe 11110�'lul7 :��lT' � � � �I� � -;l • tl un111 �Itl17 7 III, ® � a c �r•'�� �a��ii� 1�1� � E-3 In preparing this report it became apparent that additional sturdy is recom- mended with respect to linking together some of S£illwaters resources and at- tractions. It is suggested that the fol- lowing routes be explored as spark open space linkages: 1. Trails sou( -h to Else A i ple property and beyond, 2. Trails east- to Kolliner Park and beyond, 5. Trails north to Brown's Creel and beyond, 4. Walking (our loop: Lowell Pa"k and Main Street, and 5. Trails west to Else Ravines and McKusick Lake and beyond. These trails would assume future generations of residents and visitors a retreat from (he hectic urban world. Printed on Recycled Piper i 1 Ln 1 i � I � I � I 11 I I I I I I Prinfed Gralphic C®7C1C➢]C unlications 2` CF -ST NYU'