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AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1991 7:30 p.m., CITY HALL
7600 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Pat Richard, Chair; Paul Karpinko, Joanne Kube-
Harderwijk, David Kuechenmeister, Diane Popovich
Lynch, Del Vanderploeg
COMMISSION STAFF: Robert A. Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources
I. ROLL CALL
IL APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 18. 1991
IV. PETITIONS. REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
CA. Letter from Met Council RE: Meeting for Strategy for NonWint Source Pollution to Minnesota River
V. DEVFLQPMENT PROPOSALS
A. Braxton Pond
B. Lorence 3rd Addition
C. Rice Marsh PUD
VI. OLD BUSINESS
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A. Prairie Restoration Committee Report and Recommendation
B. Wildlife Management Program Committee Recommendation
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VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Recommendation Regarding Cash Park Fees for 1992
VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Manager of Recreation Services
1. 1 F en Prairie Athletic Association Appreciation Dinner
2. October 31. 1991 Community Center Revenug/EKpgns�se RP2grt
IX- REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
X. ADJOURNMENT
APPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Monday, December 2, 1991 7 :30 p.m. , City Hall
7600 Executive Drive
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Richard, chair; Bruce
Bowman, Joanne
Kube-Harderwijk, Diane
Popovich Lynch, Del
Vanderploeg
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Karpinko, David
Kuechenmeister
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director
of Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources, Laurie
Helling, Manager of
Recreation Services
I. ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by chair,
Pat Richard.
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Vanderploeg noted that Bruce Bowman' s name has been left
off the list of commission members on the agenda.
MOTION: Bowman moved to approve the agenda as printed.
Lynch seconded the motion and it passed 5-0 .
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - NOVEMBER 18, 1991
MOTION: Lynch moved to approve the minutes as printed.
Richard seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Letter. from Met Council Re: Meeting for Strategy for
Non point Source Pollution to Minnesota River
This is an information item only.
The meeting will be held at City Hall on Thursday, December
5 at 7:00 p.m.
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V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. Braxton Pond
Refer to staff report dated November 22, 1991.
Cross reported that Braxton Pond is a single family
subdivision on 3. 6 acres near Cedar Ridge Elementary
School. Minimal grading will be done on the site and
the only parks, recreation and natural resource issue
is the sidewalk system. Braxton Drive will have an
8 ' bituminous trail on the east side and a 5 ' concrete
sidewalk on the west side of the road. Westar Lane
will have a 5 ' concrete sidewalk on the north side of
the road.
MOTION_ Lynch moved to recommend approval of Braxton
Pond per staff recommendation. Bowman seconded the
motion and it passed 5-0.
B. Lorence 3rd Addition
Refer to staff report dated November 22 , 1991.
Peter Knable was present at the meeting to give a summary
of the proposed development which is for a two lot
subdivision on 0.87 acres at the southeast corner of
Valley View Road and Hames Way.
Cross added that the City is asking the developer to
remove the dead trees on the property and dispose of
the debris.
Lambert noted that the original property owners will
subdivide the property. Their driveway is currently
going across park property, but staff recommends approval.
MOTION: Vanderploeg moved to recommend approval of Lorence
i-rdAddition per staff recommendation. Kube-Harderwijk
seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
C. Rice Marsh PUD
Refer to staff report dated November 1, 1991; memo dated
November 27, 1991 from Don Uram, Planner and memo dated
November 27, 1991 from Barb Cross, Landscape Architect.
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Dan Herbst from Pemtom Co. was present at the meeting.
He said that this is a new plan for the Schroers PUD
which was approved in 1989. Construction was not done
because the developer had some financial difficulties.
As in the last proposal, the developer will dedicate
33 acres along the northern side of Rice Marsh Lake
where it would connect to open space in Chanhassen.
Herbst showed its location on the site plan. The site
is located on 129. 8 acres and has been farmed for about
three generations. The plan is for three separate
neighborhoods with different price range homes. The
area will have three entries and the developer will
build eight ponds. The original plan had 220 lots,
but this has been reduced to 201. A sidewalk system
is proposed within the entire site with connections
to a 5' concrete sidewalk and 8 ' bituminous trail along
Dell Road. More trees will be replaced than required
by the tree replacement policy. The developer plans
to complete development in four phases and is asking
Cthat the trail system be constructed in phases as well.
Bowman asked if there is a trail at Dell Road at this
time. Lambert said that it has been committed to, but
he does not believe it has been constructed. He added
that there will be a traffic light at Dell Road to allow
crossing Hwy. 5.
Cross said that 5 ' concrete sidewalks will be required
on all streets except cul-de-sacs. An easement will
be required within the property along the west side
for a sidewalk. This is necessary because Dell Road
was shifted in order to save trees along the eastern
right-of-way.
Lambert said that if the land will be dedicated to the
City, the developer will be given a $100 per lot reduction
in the cash park fees because of land dedication which
is the same offer that was made to the previous developer.
The City will provide this reduction by making a cash
payment of $20,100 at the time we receive a warranty
deed for the property.
Cross added that trail construction will be concurrent
with road construction.
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Bowman said he does not feel that the trail system will
have much value unless it is constructed all at the
same time. Lambert said staff does not have a problem
with construction of the trail in phases as long as
it is constructed before building permits are granted
within that phase.
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Lambert added that Chanhassen does not have an existing
trail system to connect to at this time.
Richard asked if there will be any concerns by the
homeowners about the proximity of the trails to the
homes. Herbst said that the homes and trails are on
a different elevation and there will be many trees on
the site to serve as a buffer. He added that the trail
system will be mentioned in all brochures about the
property.
Cross said that there is an oak covered hill in the '
southeast corner of the property. The original plan
( said that 61% of trees would be lost. The developer
has eliminated three lots and will. be using 65 ' building
pads which will reduce tree loss to 46%.
MOTION: Richard moved to recommend approval of the Rice
Lake PUD, zoning district change and preliminary plat
per staff recommendation. Vanderploeg seconded the
motion and it passed 5-0.
VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. Prairie Restoration Committee Report and Recommendations
Refer to memo dated November 26, 1991 from the Ad Hoc
Committee on Prairie Restoration.
Craig Johnson was at the meeting to present a final
report on the progress of the prairie restoration.
He said that the group involved about 35 people. Eleven
potential sites were evaluated using specific criteria.
They were divided into an A list, B list and C list
and others were eliminated. The A list includes the
scenic overlook at the Minnesota River bluffs and Oak
Point Intermediate School. The B list includes Anderson
Lake/Bryant Lake Regional Parks, the Outdoor Center
and Flying Cloud Airport. The C list consists of the
Cummins-Grill Homestead. MNDot right-of-way program,
St. Andrews Lutheran Church property and the vo-tech
property at Staring Lake were eliminated.
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The committee is recommending that the City and school
district enter into a joint partnership to plant a prairie
community at the entryway to the Outdoor Center, encourage
and enhance the Minnesota River bluffs site, develop
a trail system in Edenvale and Edenbrook conservation
areas and encourage the establishment of new prairie
within the City.
Lynch commended the group for their accomplishments
in such a short period of time and said she feels their
recommendations are certainly worth pursuing.
Vanderploeg asked about development on the other side
of the river. Lambet said there will be a trail connection
from the trail system in Eden Prairie all the way to
Shakopee.
Richard suggested that the people that were originally
involved in the committee continue their involvement
r to insure that the project moves ahead.
Lynch asked what the group recommends as the next step
besides getting people involved. Johnson said that
finances should be the next consideration.
Lynch said that there may be a possibility that the
project would be eligible for a grant.
Vanderploeg suggested taking the plan to the civic
organizations to see if they are willing to make donations.
Lambert recomemmended that the commission accept and
support the concept plan and ask for a report outlining
more specifics of the project.
Johnson said that the cost of $1500 to $2000 is the
approximate cost for seeding one acre of prairie.
MOTION: Vanderploeg moved to accept the report with
more consideration to be given to financial needs for
Phase 1 when more information is received. Lynch seconded
the motion and it passed 5-0.
Johnson added that this project will be considered as
part of Earth Week.
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B. Wildlife Management Program Committee Recommendation
Refer to memo dated November 27, 1991 from Stu Fox,
Manager of Parks and Natural Resources.
Fox said that the most common complaints will be about
beaver, deer, raccoon and geese. A procedure for the
wildlife management plan has been suggested. Initial
complaints would be directed to the animal control officer
with a visit by the officer to see if immediate removal
is necessary because of a threat to health or safety.
If it is not an immediate threat, the officer would
discuss possible solutions with the homeowner and supply
w wildlife management sheets. If the complaints affects
multiple property owners, the animal control officer
would take all the above steps in addition to completing
a wildlife management request form which would be submitted
to the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources staff
who would review the situation with the animal control
officer.
Lambert distributed a draft cop
y of a resolution to
adopt the city wildlife management plan.
Lynch recommended adding to the resolution that complaint
forms would be routed through appropriate City staff
before it is presented to the Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources Commission and that the homeowner
is responsible for any costs involved for removal if
it does not affect City property.
Lynch asked if it would be possible to use a different
title than animal control officer for the purpose of
the resolution. Lambert will check into the possibility.
MOTION: Lynch moved to recommend approval of the resolution
to adopt the City wildlife management plan with the
changes as noted. Bowman seconded the motion and it
passed 5-0.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Recommendation Regarding Cash Park Fees for 1992
Refer to memo dated November 27, 1991 from Bob Lambert,
Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources.
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Lambert said that staff is recommending a 5% increase
in cash park fees for 1992 recognizing the fact that
land values did not increase in 1991. A 5% increase
was also made last year. This will raise the cash park
fee from $800 to $840 per unit for residential and from
$2825 to $2965 per acre for all other types of development.
Lambert added that the City of Eden Prairie is in the
top five in the Twin Cities area for cash park fees, ;
but also that the value of land in Eden Prairie is also ..,..,•
high.
Lynch asked why cash park fees are being raised only
5% when they have been raised less than what is allowed
for the past several years. Lambert said that cash
park fees were not raised 20% in the 80 ' s to go along
with the increase in land value and they have not caught
up.
MOTION: Vanderploeg moved to recommend approval of a
5% increase in cash park fees for 1992 from $800 to
$840 for residential and from $2825 to $2965 per acre
for all other types of development. Kube-Harderwijk
seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Manager of Recreation Services
1. 1991 Eden Prairie Athletic Association Appreciation
Dinner
2. October 31, 1991 Community Center Revenue/Expense
Report
These are information items only.
IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
None
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X. ADJOURNMENT
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MOTION: Lynch moved to adjourn the meeting at 9 :10 p.m.
'Rube-Harderwijk seconded the motion and it passed 5-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lois Boettcher
Recording Secretary
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AGENDA
EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
MONDAY, DECEMBER 16, 1991 7:30 P.M., CITY HALL
7600 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
COMMISSION MEMBERS: Pat Richard, Chair; Bruce Bowman, Paul Karpinko,
Joanne Kube-Harderwijk, David Kuechenmeister, Diane
Popovich Lynch, Del Vanderploeg
COMMISSION STAFF: Robert A. Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources; Barbara Penning Cross, Landscape r
Architect; Stuart A. Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural
Resources; Laurie Helling, Manager of Recreation
Services
I. ROLL CALL i
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMB R Z_ 1991
C IV. PETITIONS REOUI~sTs AND COMMUNICATIONS
None
V. DEVFL�PMENT PROPOSALS-
A. Riverview Heights
VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. Wildlife Manaaemen p*^era �'ommittee Recommendation �[��ntinued from
December 2nd
B. Contract for Community Center Use
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Southwest Metro Transit-Park and Ride Presentation
VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIO AND STAFF
A. Reports of Planner
1. Riley Lake parking LQt gpansi n - Undate
A. $ports of M_ Gager of Recreation Services
2. Community Center Child Care Program - UMdate
B. gMorts of Communi'Z, Center Operations Manager
1. Revenue List During Freon Problem Close Down
2, R M,air Costs Relatefl to Freon Problem
IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
X. ADJOURNMENT
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APPROVED MINUTES
EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION
Monday, December 16, 1991 7:30 p.m. , City Hall
7600 Executive Drive
COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT:
Pat Richard, Chair; Bruce
Bowman, Joanne
Kube-Harderwijk, Diane
Popovich Lynch
COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Paul Karpinko, David
Kuechenmeister, Del
Vanderploeg
COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director
of Parks, Recreation and
Natural Resources, Barb
Cross, Landscape Architect
I. ROLL CALL
The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. by Chair,
Pat Richard,
II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
MOTION: Lynch moved to approve the agenda as printed.
Kube-Harderwijk seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - DECEMBER 2, 1991
MOTION: Kube-Harderwijk moved to approve the minutes as
printed. Bowman seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
IV. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
None
V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS
A. Riverview Heights
Refer to staff report dated December 6, 1991 and memo
dated December 11, 1991 from Bob Lambert, Director of
Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources.
Wally Hustad and Bob Brown were present at the meeting.
Hustad said that the site is located south of Riverview
Road along the Minnesota River and he showed its location
on the site plan.
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The proposal is for a replat of a 1953 plat which was
made before sewer and water were available. There are
34 single family lots proposed on 26.4 acres at a density
of 1. 3 units per acre. There are three different sizes
of lots on the site because of the slopes involved.
The parks, recreation and natural resources issues include
the relationship of the existing floodplain to the proposed
development. There is a 75 ' trail easement proposed
along the river which would allow connection to the
future Minnesota River wildlife trail. The developer 's
wants to gift Outlot C to the City for a future park.
Hustad showed the plat from 1953. The area shaded in
red is public property which the developer feels will
be a park in the future. The developer wishes to keep
the other area private, as there is some concern with
the safety issue of the river.
Richard asked who owns the area shown in red. Hustad
said it is owned by the Waste Control Commission.
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Hustad added that if the City prefers to have 250 ' along
the river, the developer has agreed to give the land
to the City in lieu of cash park fees or will give 150 '
-to the City and pay the cash park fees.
The developer does not agree with having a public trail
leading to the private park which would require access
through the neighborhoods where there is no control.
Richard said his understanding is that one option is
if the easement is 1501 , the developer will gift the
City with the 17 acre outlot. If the City wants a 250 '
easement, will they still receive the 17 acre outlot.
Hustad said that the outlot would be gifted in either
case. The only difference is that the land would be
in lieu of cash park fees if the easement were 2501 ,
but cash park fees would still be paid if the easement
were 150' .
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Lambert summarized the issues that are of concern including
bluff protection, tree protection, park dedication,
trail access and storm water runoff and water quality.
He said that the City has not developed specific criteria
to identify which areas along the Minnesota River bluffs
should be preserved, but they have encouraged large
lot development.
Tree loss will be approximately 50% because of the grading ;
that is required for roads and acceptable grades and
house pads.
The proposed options are for a 250 ' outlot with the
dedication of the 17 ' parcel in lieu of cash park fees
or a 150 ' easement with the dedication of the 17 ' parcel
and payment of cash park fees. Staff strongly recommends
taking the 250 ' outlot rather than a 150 ' easement and
cash park fees; however, staff would recommend taking
a 150 ' outlot and cash park fees if that is being offered.
In addition, staff recommends contacting the Waste Control
Commission requesting a trail easement over the property
to allow for direct access from Riverview Road to Outlot
C or requiring the developer to construct a 5 ' concrete
sidewalk along the east side of Riverview Drive east
along the south and west side of Valley Oak Drive through
Outlot A to the park property.
Because the area is so remote and large, staff recommends
controlled access to the river. A runoff pond will
be installed to meet regulations regarding storm water
runoff and water quality.
Richard asked about the similarities of this development
to the Timber Bluffs development which had the dedication
of a 150 ' outlot.
Hustad confirmed that the developer would prefer the
150 ' outlot along with the donation of Outlot C and
payment of cash park fees.
Bowman questioned whether 150 ' would be enough for future
use. Staff feels the 150 ' would be adequate for the
trail and would be consistent with the request from
the Timber Bluff development.
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Richard asked if a requirement can be made to replace
some of the large trees that are being removed. Hustad
said that there will an architectural control committee
as there is in other developments , but this will be
the first one to include planting control.
Bowman asked what the actual trees loss will be. Lambert
said that 50% of the trees above the floodplain will
be lost, but on the entire 65 acre site only 15% will
be lost.
Bowman asked how close the private trail will be to
the park. Hustad said this will have to be redone.
Bowman asked if there is a concern with public acess
to these trails. Hustad said that he does not foresee
a problem in the near future. If this is a concern
in the future, a fence may need to be put up.
Bowman feels that more would be gained by taking the
250 ' of land instead of payment of cash park fees by
the developer.
Richard asked what type of development would be done
in the park. Hustad said the park would be more of
a wildlife area with trails and not much other development.
Richard asked if the developer will be required to come
to the City before developing the park. Lambert said
they would need to get grading permits and other permits
as necessary.
Lynch asked if an attempt was made to reduce tree loss.
Hustad said that tree loss was originally higher, but
with the private road rather than a public road and
the reduction of lot size, it was reduced.
MOTION: Richard moved to recommend approval of Riverview
Heights per staff recommendation accepting the donation
of a 150 ' outlot along the south side of Outlot B along
the river and the dedication of Outlot C for future
park development along with the payment of cash park
fees. Immediate access to the park will be pursued
immediately by requesting a trail easement from the
Metropolitan Waste Commission to allow direct access
from Riverview Road with no public access through the
development. Lynch seconded the motion and it passed
4-0.
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VI. OLD BUSINESS
A. Wildlife Management Program Committee Recommendation
(cont. from December 2)
Refer to memo dated December 13 , 1991 from Stu Fox,
Manager of Parks and Natural Resources.
Lambert said that: several changes and additions were
made to the resolution which was included in the packets.
Lynch suggested that several changes be made to the
wildlife management request form: add the questions,
"How long do you believe this problem has existed?" ;
"What steps can be taken to alleviate the problem?"
and "Have you or anyone else been feeding the geese?"
In addition, Lynch suggested that the last question
on the form be deleted, as it is already covered under
the previous question.
Bowman suggested adding the words "are you aware" in
the two questions on Page 2.
Lynch suggested a change in Paragraph 4 on Page 2 of
the implementation procedures to read, "At this time,
the staff would also involve other City staff or. . . "
Lynch suggested that the word "man" in Paragraph 3 of
the resolution be changed to "people" and that Paragraph
6 be changed to read, "WHEREAS, the Parks , Recreation
and Natural Resources Commission has developed a management
plan that provides for a formal wildlife management
request procedure which includes notifying other affected
property owners and appropriate government agencies
prior to removing or reducing specific types of wildlife,
and.
MOTION: Lynch moved to recommend approval of the
implementation procedures for the wildlife management
plan and the resolution adopting the wildlife management
plan with the changes as noted. Bowman seconded the
motion and it passed 4-0.
B. Contract for Community Center Use
Refer to memo dated November 12, 1991 from Dave Black,
Community Center Operations Supervisor.
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Black said that input has been received from the athletic
associations and revisions made by the City Attorney.
Staff would like to implement this contract on l/l/92.
Bowman asked if the City is protected in the case of
equipment breakdowns , etc. Lambert said the City is
protected under the contract.
MOTION: Kube-Harderwijk moved to recommend approval
of the facility use contract for the Community Center
per staff recommendation. Lynch seconded the motion
and it passed 4-0.
VII. NEW BUSINESS
A. Southwest Metro Transit Park and Ride Presentation
Cross introduced Harold Schjobastad of LSA Design.
Schjobastad said they are looking at some test sites
in the area for a park and ride transit hub facility.
He showed the possible sites which are within the Eden
Prairie, Chanhassen and Chaska area. They are currently
concentrating on site 13 which is located at Technology
Drive, Prairie Center Dr. and the new Hwy. 212. There
is land available for a 1000 car parking lot, as well
as a transit depot. Uses included on the site would
be transit, commericial, municipal and recreation.
Schjobastad reviewed the segment schedule, project schedule
and transit station development process.
Cross said that the City is excited about working with
LSA Design on ideas that would make the facility workable
for both Southwest Metro Transit and the City of Eden
Prairie.
Richard asked about a parking ramp rather than a parking
lot. Schjobastad explained various possibilities.
Richard asked about uses for the property it this proposal
does not materialize. Schjobastad said it is unknown.
Kube-Harderwijk asked if other, site locations are also
being considered. Schjobastad said site 13 is the prime
site, but others will also be considered.
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Kube-Harderwijk asked if other sites in the Twin Cities
are being considered besides Eden Prairie. Schjobastad
said no.
Bowman asked which portion of the site would be for
the parking lot. Schjobastad said it is not known at
this point.
Lynch asked for a review of the project schedule.
Schjobastad said final presentations and approvals of
all agencies will be November of 1992.
VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF
A. Reports of Landscape Architect/Park Planner
1. Riley Lake Parking Lot Expansion - Update
Refer to memo dated December 13, 1991 from Barb Cross,
Landscape Architect.
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This is an information item only.
Cross said that the storm sewer across to the new
road connecting to the existing storm water system,
the connection of the drain tile system for the farm
field to the City' s storm sewer and realignment of
Riley Lake Road were completed. Work to be completed '
as soon as the weather allows are the correction
of a soft spot in the road due to poor soils and
a broken drain rile from the fields, installation
of a new boat launch, removal of the old road and
boat launch, completion of grading and a rock base
in the new parking lot, grading a temporary riding
rink north of the historic farm area and restoration
of the entire side.
The contract with the State has been extended to
December 31, 1992. All reimburseable expenses will
be billed to the State as part of the development
portion of the LAWCON grant.
Staff is currently working with the U.S. Marine Corps
on the possibility of using the site to train their
crews on heavy equipment which would be done at no
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cost to the City.
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B. Reports of Manager of Recreation Services
1. Community Center Child Care Program - Update
Refer to memo dated December 11, 1991 from Lyndell
Frey, Recreation Supervisor.
This is an information item only. r
C. Reports of Community Center Operations Manager
1. Revenue Lost During Freon Problem Closedown
Refer to memo dated December 10, 1991 from Dave Black,
Community Center Operations Supervisor.
This is an information item only.
2. Repair Costs Related to Freon Problem
Refer to memo dated December 10, 1991 from Dave Black,
Community Center Operations Supervisor.
This is an information item only.
IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
None
X. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Lynch moved to adjourn the meeting at 9 :25 p.m. '
Bowman seconded the motion and it passed 4-0.
Respectfully submitted,
Lois Boettcher
Recording Secretary
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