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DECEMBER
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CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
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AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1985 7:30 P.M. SCHOOL ADMINISTRATI13N
BUILDING - BOARD ROOM
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Marty Jessen, chairperson; Raiford Baker, Pat
Breitenstein, Moe Cook, Gary Gonyea, Jerry
Kingrey, Charles Shaw
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director of Community Services
7:30 I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 4, 1985 & AUGUST 6, 1985
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
7:35 A. Petition From Village Greens
V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
7:45 A. Eden Square
VI. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS, BOARDS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Director of Community Services
8:00 1. Mounds View Park & Recreation Dept. 1985 Budget Survey
B. Reports of Athletic Coordinator
8:50 1. 3-Man Basketball - Fall 1985
C. City Council Meeting Report
VII. OLD BUSINESS
8:10 A. Miller Park Revised Concept Plan & Spring Road Athletic
Field Concept Plan
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
8:30 A. Tax Forfi eted Lan: s
9:45 IX. ADJOURNMENT
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` EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Monday, December 2, 1985 7:30 p.m. , School Board Room
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Marty Jessen, chairperson
(late); Bud Baker (late),
Pat Breitenstein, Moe Cook,
Gary Gonyea, Jerry Kingrey
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Charles Shaw
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services
I. ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by acting chairperson,
Pat Breitenstein.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: A motion was made by Kingrey to approve the agenda as mailed.
CooTseconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 4, 19B5
C Cook referred to the wording in the motion at the bottom of Page 4 and
said he did not recall the motion being passed per staff
recommendations. The words "per Planning Staff recommendations" were
removed from the motion.
MOTION: A motion was made by Kingrey to approve the minutes as
ame-me Cook seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Petition from Village Greens
Refer to memo dated November 26, 1985 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services.
Lambert reported that the developer of Village Greens has built a
gazebo instead of the totlot that was originally required. The
developer will remove the gazebo if necessary, but per staff
request, has provided demographic information on the homeowners and
a petition from the residents to eliminate the totlot requirement.
Kingrey asked the size of the gazebo. Lambert said he did not know
at the time.
Kingrey said he is concerned with the size of gazebo and what
percentage of the residents have signed the petition and if they
are representative of the total number of residents in the
completed development.
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Lambert said both the Planning Commission and Park Planner have
looked at the gazebo and agree that it is well built, landscaped
nicely and is being used a great deal by the residents. Lambert
feels that the residents who signed the petition are indicitive of
the type of people that will use it. However, he will get the
information Kingrey requested and bring it back to the Commission
at a future meeting.
V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. Eden Square
Refer to memo dated November 27, 1985 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services and staff report dated November 22, 1985.
Lambert reviewed the plan which was not included in the packets.
He said that the developer proposes building two one story
buildings which may best be described as a strip mall. Lambert
pointed out its location on the plan.
Staff agrees with planning staff recommendations except that the
trail adjacent to Prairie Center Drive should be an 81 asphalt
trail to be consistent with the rest of the trail system in this
area instead of a 51 wide concrete sidewalk. Also the trail along
Hwy. 169 should be 81 asphalt as this section of trail should
eventually extend north to the existing 81 trail on the east side
of Hwy. 169 ending at W. 78th St.
MOTION: Kingrey moved to approve the Eden Square Shopping Center
p- awn per staff recommendation with the exception that an 81 asphalt
trail be built along Prairie Center Drive and Hwy. 169 instead of a
51 concrete sidewalk. Baker seconded the motion and it passed 6-0.
The Commission wishes that the Council be apprised of their concern
that this land is being taken for a purpose less than they had
hoped for and for which the site is suited. A higher use should be
sought. With thousands of trips per day past Hwy. 169 and Schooner
Blvd. , residents of Eden Prairie deserve more than the backside of
a strip mall.
VI. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS, BOARDS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Director of Community Services
1. Moundsview Park & Recreation Dept. 1985 Budget Survey
Refer to memo dated November 26, 1985 from Bob Lambert,
Director of Community Services.
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This is an information item only.
Members of the Commission said that perhaps sections of this
report should be published in the local newspaper after the
numbers are checked.
B. Reports of Athletic Coordinator
1. 3-Man Basketball - Fall 1985
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This is an information item only.
C. City Council Meeting Report
Lambert reported that at the November 5 meeting the Council
approved an RFP for the Purgatory Creek Recreation Area.
At the November 19 meeting the Council approved the park use
ordinance, the advertising for bids for softball field improvements
and Round Lake treatment monitoring by the University of Minnesota.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
A. Miller Park Revised Concept Plan & Spring Road Athletic Field
Concept Plan
Refer to memo dated November 26, 1985 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services.
Lambert reviewed the revised concept plan showing the latest
alignment of Hwy. 212 which is almost up to the park boundary on
the east and within 200-300 feet on the west. The soccer fields
can be moved down if the alignment remains the same.
Lambert feels this plan will work well because the soccer and
baseball fields are in one configuration with sufficient room for
other facilities with the lighted fields on the south side. This
plan gives access from County Road 4 and staff recommends that the
frontage road be well landscaped and that berms and massive
landscaping be added between this area and the highway. This strip
of land should be acquired for park purposes. The plan includes
six lighted soccer/football fields and six non-lighted youth
baseball fields and sufficient parking for all park activities.
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Kingrey expressed concern with the location of the softball fields
and wondered if the right handed hitter would be looking into the
sun. Lambert said that 23 degrees east of north is considered
ideal for the location of baseball fields; however, north south
alignment is considered very good.
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Kingrey said that he feels a copy of the plan should be sent to the
county since the state will have to buy the strip of land for
right-of-way. Lambert said that the City will probably end up
buying the right-of-way, hopefully with State funds.
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Cook asked how much land is being shown between the 212 right-of-
vay and the park. Lambert said it would be 10 acres at the most,
but probably closer to six acres.
Lambert added that residents living around the Miller Park site
have been invited to the December 16 Commission meeting along with
representatives of the athletic associations to review and comment
on this plan.
Jessen expressed concern that the fields are being pushed too close
to the lake and thought if there was a choice, it would be better
if they were moved.
Baker asked about the location of the frontage road. Lambert said
that Dell Road is to the west and County Road 4 is to the east.
Baker asked about the traffic impact on Timber Lakes Drive and
asked if there has to be a connection here. Lambert feels that a
connection should be made although he did not feel that this road
will be affected to a great degree by traffic.
After studying the plan closer, Jessen suggested that staff
consider locating the hockey rink east of the soccer concession so
that the same lighting can be utilized and also it would cut down
on the amount of snow removal necessary.
Kingrey thinks that the Commission should decide on only one
recommendation to present to the residents on December 16 and that
any changes should be shown on the plan at that time. Lambert said
to keep in mind that this is a concept plan only, but he wants the
Commission to either agree with the concept plan as shown or
discuss it prior to the December 16 meeting.
Cook asked if Timber Lakes Drive is only a second access to the
park. Lambert said it is a collector street and another way out of
the park to County Road 4. It is also another access to the park.
Jessen asked if it is necessary to make Park Road a through road
although a stop sign in the middle would make it inconvenient.
Lambert said it is meant to be inconvenient to stop since there
will be lots of pedestrian traffic crossing this road.
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Lambert reviewed the Spring Road softball complex and said it will
consist of five lighted softball fields and 345 parking spaces.
Jessen and Baker felt that this would be an ideal location to hold ,
concerts and similar activities, but Jessen felt additional
terraced seating would be necessary. Baker added that electricity
would also have to be provided.
Baker said he feels that the golf course should also be considered
at this time.
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Lambert said that residents surrounding the Spring Road softball
field complex will be invited t the
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plan.
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for review and comment
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Tax Forfeited Lands
1985 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Refer to memo dated November 29,
Community Services.
Lambert reviewed the four parcels
of ltndthe located ioft the
City
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Eden Prairie that have been
non-payment of real estate taxes. wThe erefirst parsewn is to atthe n
the northeast portion of the City h
north away from Hwy• 169/212. Staff feels this parcel should be
preserved since it is a major entry into the City.
is located west of County Road 4, south of the
The second parcel
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railroad tracks, east of Duck Load and Staff recommends bicycle right-of-way.
acquire this parcel for future
The third parcel is locat and staff
ed hthis of t parcel he vfor arooad and trail
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right-of-way in order to extend the trail on the west side of
County Road 4 north. outh
d adjacent
The last parcel is located
fthatlthisiparcel ew d benrestricted
to Hidden Ponds. Staff recommends
to the stlint adjacent owners
with since
ty it cannot
nces. be improved because
it is nocompliance
Staff recommends that the Council approve the resolution requesting
the county to allow the City of Eden Prairie to acquire three of
the parcels and restrict sale of the fourth parcel.
MOTION: Gonyea moved to recommend approval of the resolution per
-- Cook seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
staff—recommendation.
Ig, ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: secondednyeam ve that motiontandmitting be passed 5dpourned at 9:00 p•m•
K ngrey
Respectfully submitted,
Lois Boettcher
Recording Secretary
AGENDA
.' EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1985 7:30 P.M. SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
BUILDING - BOARD ROOM
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Marty Jessen, chairperson; Raiford Baker, Pat
Breitenstein, Moe Cook, Gary Gonyea, Jerry
Kingrey, Charles .Shaw
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director of Community Services
7:30 I. ROLL CALL
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - December 2, 1985
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
7:35 A. Petition From Village Greens - continued from Dec. 2/85
V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
7:45 A. Lake Eden North by Tandem Corporation
8:15 B. Normandale Tennis Club
VI. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS, BOARDS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Athletic Coordinator
8:45 Co-Rec Broomball League
8:50 B. City Council Meeting Report i
VII. OLD BUSINESS
8:55 Miller Park Concept Plan - Revised
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
10:00 IX. ADJOURNMENT
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`. EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Monday, December 16, 1985 7:30 p.m. , School Board Room
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Marty Jessen, chairperson
(late); Bud Baker (late),
Moe Cook, Gary Gonyea (late),
Jerry Kingrey, Charles Shaw
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Pat Breitenstein
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services
I. ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:40 p.m. by acting chairperson,
Jerry Kingrey.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Kingrey added Item A. , Indication of Revised Language in Minutes, under
VIII. New Business.
MOTION: A motion was made by Baker to approve the agenda as amended.
Shaw w seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF DECEMBER 2, 1985
Kingrey asked that in the last paragraph on Page 1 under IV. Petitions,
Requests and Communications, A. Petition from Village Greens, the word
"and" be inserted in the first sentence to read ".. .gazebo and what. . ."
and that the word "this" in the third sentence be deleted and the
wording changed to read ". ..the completed development."
MOTION: A motion was made by Cook to approve the minutes as amended.
Ba�econded the motion and it passed 3-0. Shaw abstained.
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Petition from Village Greens - continued from 12/2/85
This item was moved to the end of the agenda.
Refer to letter from Frank Kraemer of Village Greens.
Frank Kraemer, Chief Financial Officer for Village Greens, was
present at the meeting to answer questions regarding the gazebo
that was constructed instead of a totlot.
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Kraemer said that there appears to be a predominant trend in the
type of people that are moving into the Village Greens development.
The people are mostly singles or older couples without children.
The size of the gazebo is approximately 10 to 12 feet and includes
benches and a picnic table. No one that was contacted to sign the
petition preferred the totlot to the gazebo. Kraemer said there
are only five children out of the 70 homes that have been sold. A
total of 120 homes are available.
Shaw asked how many people signed the petition. Kraemer said 45
homeowners signed the petition (all that they were able to contact
signed the petition).
Jessen asked the size of the commons area at Village Greens.
Kraemer said the commons area is about 80, x 201 .
Jessen asked what provisions there are for the homeowners to
petition for a totlot in the future or would they be able to build
it themselves. Kraemer said that the totlot could be built by the
homeowners at any time.
( MOTION: Kingrey moved to recommend approval of the gazebo in lieu
of a totlot. If the homeowners association desires a totlot in the
future, it would be at their own initiative and money with the City
having no obligations. Gonyea seconded the motion and it passed
6-0.
V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. Lake Eden North by Tandem Corporation
Refer to memo dated December 11, 1985 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Community Services and staff report dated December 6, 1985.
Lambert introduced Dick Putnam from the Tandem Corporation who was
present at the meeting to give a brief presentation on the Lake
Eden North Proposal. The major question to be answered is
regarding the dedication of land to the south of the lake.
Putnam described the site which is located on 32 acres southwest of
Franlo Road and Preserve Boulevard owned by Commercial Excavating.
Forty single family lots are proposed and all requirements have
been met. The lots will range from 1,500 to 150,000 square feet in
size. The land has been platted at the high water level and the
main concern is the way the lake and three acres south of the lake
are being handled. Property lines are proposed adjacent to the
shore line. The land between Lake Eden and the public property
will be dedicated to the City for parkland. Staff has suggested
that a sidewalk be installed within the Preserve Boulevard right-
of-way and Putnam said that this has been agreed to by the owner.
Putnam added that 150,000 yards of fill need to be brought in. The
owner proposes that three acres of dry land and 7-8 acres of water
are dedicated to the City in lieu of cash park fees.
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Lambert said that the City rarely takes land in lieu of cash park
fees and although he questions the value of the land to be between
$18,000-$20,000, he feels the land is worth trading for cash park
fees since there are many uses for the lake and it would provide
the City with lakeshore property and a connection with additional
City lakeshore to the west.
Kingrey asked if there would be a potential problem with the high
water mark. Lambert said no since this lake was designed
anticipating the type of development that is occurring within the
drainage basin.
Kingrey said he did not see the sidewalk mentioned in the staff
report as part of the recommendation. Lambert said it is mentioned
in the planning staff report.
Kingrey asked if we should be concerned about which side the
sidewalk is located. Lambert said no.
Cook asked what we would have to do if we wanted a trail on the
north side of the lake. Lambert said it would be necessary to buy
the lots and he does not recommend this be done.
Kingrey said he thinks that it is great that the lake is being
preserved in this manner.
MOTION: Cook moved to recommend that the City accept the land in
I e oT cash park fees and that a sidewalk be installed per staff
recommendation. Baker seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
B. Normandale Tennis Club
Refer to staff report dated December 6, 1985.
Peter Beck, attorney for the Normandale Tennis Club, was present at
the meeting to give a brief presentation on the proposed plan.
The site is located at the intersection of Baker Road and County
Road 62. The club would be the eleventh in a chain of tennis clubs
and would accommodate 1300 family memberships. The site is on
approximately ten acres of land with 317 parking spaces and
consists mainly of a clubhouse and tennis courts.
Beck showed a floor plan of the first level of the club which
includes racquetball courts, a pool, outdoor patio, eight indoor
tennis courts and a running track. A floor plan of the second
level shows more tennis courts and locker facilities. There will
also be five outside tennis courts which will be used only during
the summer. These tennis courts will not be lighted. Beck also
showed an artist's drawing of the club at this time.
Beck added that a landscaping plan is being worked on with the City
staff.
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Kingrey asked if there will be lighting in the parking lots. Beck
said that there will be some security lighting.
Lambert said that he is concerned with the natural hill on the
northeast end of the site being removed which would bring a noise
impact from 494.
Kingrey feels as much of the hill as possible should be retained.
He asked what would be gained by removing the hill. Beck said that
it would be used for fill.
Cook made references to the retaining wall which is to be located
on the west side of the building. Beck said that the planning
staff suggested berming instead, but the developer feels a
retaining wall will be more conducive to tree planting.
Cook asked if the amount of caliper inches of trees being replaced
has been increased since the staff report was written. Beck said
that the change occurred when staff classified the building as two
story instead of one story which increased the amount of plantings
necessary. He belives this requirement has been agreed to.
Kingrey said he feels that there is an overuse of bermings in some
of the recent construction and if the retaining wall is not too
high, he feels it would work out well.
Kingrey asked if the county would pick up the right-of-way for a
sidewalk. Lambert said the county would pick up the space for an
81 bike trail.
MOTION: Baker moved to recommend approval of the Normandale Tennis
Club per staff report and strongly advises the developer to
preserve as much of the hill as possible. Cook seconded the motion
and it passed 4-0.
VI. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS. BOARDS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Athletic Coordinator
1. Co-Rec Broomball League
This is an information item only.
B. City Council Meeting Report
There was no report made at the meeting.
VII. OLD BUSINESS
CA. Miller Park Concept Plan - Revised
Refer to memos dated November 26, 1985 and December 3, 1985 from '
Bob Lambert, Director of Community Services.
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Lambert said that a letter was sent to residents of the area, as
well as representatives of the athletic associations. Lambert
received several letters and visits from residents who gave their
opinion on the Miller Park concept plan.
The original plan for park development included four lighted
softball fields, four youth baseball fields and five lighted
football/soccer fields. The Needs Study Committee was concerned
because they determined six lighted soccer fields would be required
in the next five years and there was some opposition by residents
who were concerned about the amount of traffic that would be
generated and the amount of lighting on the site. Also, several
weeks after the original plan was approved, the proposed final
alignment of Hwy. 212 was received. The alignment was nearly 300
feet north of the previous alignment which eliminated the
possibility of acquiring land south of the existing park. At this
time, staff began looking at several options. After the commission .
toured the sites, they requested staff to limit the development of
the park to youth baseball and soccer. The revised concept plan
under consideration includes six lighted soccer fields, six youth
baseball fields, a boat launch, tennis courts, picnic areas,
skating rink, hockey rink and shelter.
Lambert summarized a letter which he received from residents.
Rose Marie Schoenberger of 8074 Timber Lakes Dr. supports the plan,
but is concerned with traffic on the access road. David Knaak of
7935 S. Bay Curve strongly supports the plan. E.G. Telereeve of
8050 Timber Lakes Dr. feels it would be better use of this area if
a nature park were provided. Pat Minton whose address was
unavailable supports the plan, but is concerned with public access
and wants it limited to small boats under 10 horsepower and less.
Shaw asked how parking areas on this plan compare to the original
plan. Lambert said that there are standards for each type of
facility, but there are less parking requirements on the revised
plan because of the elimination of softball fields.
Baker asked if the hockey rink had been moved east as discussed at
the last meeting. Lambert said that after closely reviewing this
possibility, it was decided that it would not work out well.
Representatives of the hockey association felt that the complex
should be capable of supporting a bubble in the future for indoor
hockey activity.
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The Eden Prairie Soccer Club supports the complex as offered and
feels an indoor facility should be planned for future construction
needed since the closest one available at this time is in
Maplewood.
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David Burton of 8012 Timber Lakes Dr. asked why the complex is
being built on lakeshore when it could be built anywhere else.
Lambert said that flat agricultural land is usually chosen for a
facility such as this. When the original plan was approved by the
Council, staff went back and looked at land both inside and outside
the MUSA line. Of the six options, some land was too expensive or
the land was rolling and would require extensive grading. Lambert
feels that active and passive uses can work well together in one
park. Round Lake Park is a good example.
Kingrey asked what Burton's idea of a good use for this land would
be. Burton said he just feels that there could be better use for
lakeshore than a sports complex.
Jim Ostenson of 11291 Bur Ridge Lane who is a representative of the
football association feels that this facility will be a good family
site since there will be activities for all members of the family
at the same time. Fie supports the total park-athletic complex.
Ostenson asked if there would be storage or maintenance sheds on
the site. Lambert said yes, they would be incorporated into the
concessions.
Burton asked what advantage there would be for people to use Timber
Lakes Drive as an access to the park. Lambert said there is a City
policy of two ways in and two ways out of a neighborhood.
Kingrey said he believes that for fire and safety purposes, Timber
Lakes Drive needs to be used as an access.
Ken Opalsinski of 8076 Timber Lakes Dr. asked if Timber Lakes Dr.
could be designated for local traffic only. Lambert said that it
could not be designated as such on a permanent basis.
Kingrey suggested that a no left turn sign be erected on this
street. Lambert asked why. Kingrey replied that if there is a
problem with thru traffic, there is no need for this to be a
connector street. Lambert disagreed stating that Timber Lakes Dr.
was designed as a collector and should provide a second way north
for park users.
The representative from the soccer association said he feels that
most people will take the shortest way into the park which would be
from County Road 4. i
Mike Wursto said the soccer association strongly supports this plan
and the possibility of having indoor soccer facilities in the i
future.
C Mark Weber of 7966 Timber Lakes Dr. asked when the fields will be
used the most. Lambert said that the greatest use will be for
spring soccer in May and June, for fall soccer from June thru fall
and for football in the fall.
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Weber asked if there would be directional signs on County Road 4
pointing to the park. Lambert said yes.
Tom Bierman, President of the Youth Soccer Association said that
the fields at Flying Cloud can be taken away with 90 days notice
and are considered temporary and that the Park Board and
Bob Lambert should be congratulated for thinking ahead to future
needs. He feels that since Eden Prairie's population is growing
and we are basically a young community and the youth soccer
association is the largest athletic association in Eden Prairie,
this complex will be a good thing for the youth of the community
and should also bring up the value of homes adjacent to the park.
Shaw commented that he has driven in and looked at the site and
asked what other uses this land would have if the athletic complex
were not built. Lambert said that 24 acres would probably be used
for multi-family homes.
Shaw asked if the lake side belongs to the city. Lambert said yes.
Shaw added that Round Lake is the best looking facility of this
C type he has seen.
Burton said he is not concerned with the daytime activities at the
complex, but is concerned with the traffic going thru the
neighborhood.
Ostenson, who works for the Tandem Corporation, said that they have
purchased 240 acres south of this property which will be developed
within about two years so there will be additional access from the
park in the future.
Baker said he looks forward to the time that the DNR will assist
the City with management of the lake since he feels the lake has
good potential.
MOTION: Shaw moved to recommend approval of the revised concept
pin for Miller Park, but to consider limiting the size of motors
on the lake. Baker seconded the motion. Asking for discussion on
the motion, Jessen asked Lambert if he has heard anything from the
DNR regarding boat limitation on the lake. Lambert said no. The
motion passed 6-0.
VIII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Indication of Revised Language in Minutes
Kingrey expressed concern that the City Council does not see the
revisions that are made in the minutes since they see only the
unapproved version. He asked if changes could be italicized or
capitalized so the Council would be made aware of them. I
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Lambert said any changes in the minutes are noted in the next
meeting minutes and the approved minutes only are on file. Kingrey
said this would be satisfactory.
IX. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Shaw moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:30 p.m. Gonyea
sec—oTd the motion and it passed 6-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lois Boettcher
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