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HomeMy WebLinkAboutParks and Recreation - 05/18/1992 1 1992 r a is MAY 4 18 w MIN— UTES CITY OF EDEN P-R-AIRIE 1 w.� AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES COM MSION MONDAY, MAY 4, 1992 7:30 P. M., CITY HALL COMMISSION MEMBERS: Pat Richard, Chair; Bruce Bowman, Clair Hildgeman, Joanne Kube-Harderwijk, David Kracum, Diane Popovich Lynch, Del Vanderploeg COMMISSION STAFF: Robert A. Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources; Barbara Penning Cross, Landscape Architect; Stuart A. Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources; Laurie Helling, Manager of Recreation Services I. ROLL. CALL - Introduce Claire Hild eg man II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APRIL, 1992 �. IV. PETITIONS. REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS None V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. Bluffs East 12th Addition B. G.E. Capital Fleet Services, Inc. VI. OLD BUSINESS A. Milfoil Legislation VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Smetana Lake Outlet Modification B. Proposed Change to Park Use Ordinance VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. R=rts of Manager of Parks and Natural Resources 1. Report on Park Cleanup 2, Recommendation to Purchase a Skid Steer Loader f' B. E=rts of Manager of Recreation Services I. Proclamation for Senior Awareness Week . IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL X. ADJOURNMENT parkag/bob i i ,_J' J t.. APPROVED MINUTES C EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION AND NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION Monday, May 4, 1992 7:30 p.m. , City Hall 7600 Executive Drive COMMISSION MEMBERS PRESENT: Pat Richard, Chair; Claire Hilgeman, Joanne Kube-Harderwijk, David Kracum, Diane Popovich Lynch COMMISSION MEMBERS ABSENT: Bruce Bowman, Del Vanderploeg COMMISSION STAFF: Bob Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources I. ROLL CALL - Introduce Claire Hilgeman The meeting was called to order at 7: 30 p.m. by Chair, Pat Richard. Lambert introduced Claire Hilgeman as the new member of the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission. Hilgeman will serve the remainder of Paul Karpinko' s term. II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Lambert said that B. G.E. Capital Fleet Services, Inc. under V. Development Proposals has been tabled until the next meeting. Lynch added B. Trapping Update under VI. Old Business. The agenda was approved as amended. III. PETITIONS, REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS None IV. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. Bluffs East 12th Addition Refer to memo dated April 30, 1992 from Barb Cross, Landscape Architect and staff reports dated April 10, 1992, April 25, 1986 and April 11, 1986. Beth Samestad from Hustad Development reviewed the proposed development which was approved in a 1986 PUD for 29 single family lots. This has been revised for 28 single family lots on 12. 47 acres south of Lee Drive and west of Franlo Road. , l 1 APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -2- Lambert said that the only parks, recreation and natural resources issue is the continuation of the sidewalk to Franlo Road. He and Barb Cross will meet with Hustad Development and the property owners on Tuesday regarding the asphalt trail connection off Antlers Ridge. The City has requested the Twin City Tree Trust to construct the trail connection at Antlers Ridge this year. The trail will serve residents in this area, as well as those across the creek. Lynch asked who the Twin City Tree Trust is. Lambert explained its role. Kracum asked if the bridge is for pedestrian traffic only. Lambert said yes. MOTION: Lynch moved to approve Bluffs East 12th Addition per staff recommendation. Kracum seconded the motion // and it passed 5-0. l' VI. OLD BUSINESS A. Milfoil Legislation This is an information item only. Richard asked for clarification of the bill as it pertains to the lakes in Eden Prairie. Lambert said that treatment of affected lakes in Eden Prairie will depend upon available funding which may not occur until August. It is unknown which lakes are considered high priority. The legislation puts good control on public and private lake access. Major boat accesses such as Lake Minnetonka will be manned on a regular basis. Lynch added that the wording of the bill makes it appear that the state has already been working on a lake management plan and the milfoil legislation is only a continuation of that plan and is to be completed by 1993. Lynch noted that the bill also allows lake accesses {. to be closed for a period of up to seven days while treatment is occuring. I_ APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -3- B. Trapping Update Lynch reported that the sub-committee has had three meetings to date. The sub-committee consists of City staff including Stu Fox; Mitch Snyder, animal control officer; Mike Hammer, DNR; representatives from F.A.T. E. , a representative from the Minnesota Trappers Association and the DNR rehabilitator. The group should have a draft completed after the next meeting and it should be ready for review by the Commission by the end of June. VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Smetana Lake Outlet Modification Refer to memo dated April 30, 1992 from Bob Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission. Lambert said that several of the property owners are present at the meeting to comment on the proposed project. He noted that two of the property owners listed in the report are incorrect. The parcel listed as Mark Thune should be Pat Kostecka and the parcel listed as Claire Heath should be John Kottke. Lambert said that this is not a "public hearing" , but the project will be reviewed by the Planning Commission next week and the City Council in two weeks. He would like the Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Commission to provide their recommendation to the City Council. The original project was proposed in the Watershed District in 1961 and updated in 1973. The reason it has taken so long to proceed is that the project was low on the priority list. The plan proposes that an outlet modification take place at Smetana Lake for flood control, provide environmental protection, improve water quality, preserve wetlands and enhance the aesthetics of the surrounding property and provide recreational facilities. i R, 'APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -4- Staff feels that the DNR Waters and Fishery sections will support the project while the Wildlife Section may oppose it because it involves the loss of wetlands. Surrounding property owners were in favor of the project because it would improve the aesthetics of the area. The public hearing will be held in late June or early July. At the time, the City of Eden Prairie needs to comment on its support or opposition to the plan. If the City decides not to support the project, they will be responsible for the cost of the study which is approximately $100,000. The engineer' s report outlines the following to be included in the project: construction of a dam 200 feet west of Golden Triangle Drive similar to Normandale ` Lake and raising the water level of the lake from 834 to 838 with a 100 year flood elevation of 841. This would require a significant amount of floodplain easement acquisition. The major problem is the cost to acquire the property. The engineer ' s report assumes that the easements will be gifted and has proposed $150, 000 for acquisition of the parkland. Staff' s recommendation is that the City support the project subject to obtaining necessary easements and negotiating an agreeable funding schedule. Funds for the project should be delayed until accurate costs are obtained. Another consideration would be to wait until development occurs and to take land in lieu of cash park fees if the cost to acquire parkland is too high. Frank and Mary Smetana of 7722 Smetana Lane said that 833 is the ordinary high water mark for the lake and it is already at 835. The water level of the lake was raised artifically in 1986 and the creek bed was altered in 1976. Frank Smetana said that parts of the engineer' s report are inaccurate and upsetting. He wants to see the issue resolved, but does not know how it can be done. Richard asked how much property will be affected if the water level is raised to 838. Mary Smetana said C that over half of their backyard would be under water. APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -5- Frank Smetana said that there is the possibility they would have 2 feet of water in their basement if the lake was raised and there was a heavy rain. Frank Smetana added that while raising the water level may protect the property downstream, it will affect them adversely. They did not have water in the house during the 1987 flood, but it was within 1 foot. Mary Smetana said that she is concerned with the foundation of the house as well. Franc Smetana said that he has a problem with Bob Obermeyer at the Watershed District who said that flooding " r is not his problem and Smetana could build a dike. Lynch asked if there are other alternatives to meet the requests to raise the water level and protect the property owners at the same time. Frank Smetana said he would like to see a nicer looking lake, but does not know if it is worth the risk of flooding and losing half of their backyard. He added that he will build a dike if necessary, but does not want to pay for it. Edward Smetana said that he is not in favor of raising the lake level. John Kottke of 7765 Smetana Lane said he has 2.45 acres of land, but will have only .95 acres left and would lose two buildings if the level of the lake is raised. He is not adamantly opposed to the project, but feels that the Watershed District has pushed it to the limit. He disagrees that raising the water level will improve water quality, as there is a great deal of wildlife there now. He said they have gotten along all right so far and does not feel it is necessary now. He said that he was told when purchasing the property that during a heavy rain the water could come within 1 foot of the buildings. Kottke added that he would not be able to replace the buildings if they were lost because they are in the floodplain area and are grandfathered in, and he had planned to restore them to their original / condition. 1, 'APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -6- Kracum asked if the yard is landscaped or natural terrain. Kottke said that the property is not landscaped, but all of it is kept mowed. Pat Kostecka commented that this is a beautiful area for a park, but she feels this project was encouraged by the commercial users. She feels that estimates to buy the property are low because they cannot be sold as residential. Richard asked if Kostecka's property would be affected by raising the water level. Kostecka said she lives on a hill so would not be affected in the same way. Frank Smetana said that his father owns the property that is proposed for the park. His father is in a nursing home, but it would not be his desire to have his property taken for parkland. Lambert said that a decision on this project will not be made quickly. Any loss of property or damage would have to be compensated by the City. The City should not make a recommendation on the project until accurate costs are obtained and residents ' concerns have been addressed. Lynch asked if there are alternatives to raising the water level. Lambert said that the Watershed District engineer' s indicated that if the water level is not raised at least 4 feet, it would not be enough of a change to warrant the project. i Kottke feels that dredging would serve the same purpose. Lambert said that dredging would not improve flood control although it might improve water quality. Hilgeman asked if it is true that the City is dumping debris into the lake. Lambert said he is not aware that this is being done, but he will find out. Richard asked who pays for the cost of compensating the property owners. Lambert said the Watershed District would pay 100% for water management portions and for land acquisition, the Watershed District would pay I . 25% and the City 75%. � C APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4 , 1992 -7- Hilgeman asked if the project can be delayed indefinitely or is there a deadline for a decision to be made. Lambert does not believe there is a deadline. Hilgeman asked if the study has already been paid for. Lambert said that the Watershed District will pay for the study if the City decides to support the project. Lambert added that the City petitioned for the project and it needs to be resolved relatively soon. Kostecka commented that she has lost interest in her property since this project is being considered and may be willing to sell her parcel for park property. Lynch said she is confused on what has been spent on the project so far. Lambert said the City has not spent anything to date, but would be liable for the cost of the study if we choose not to proceed with the project. Richard said that assuming the project is approved, what will the total costs be to the City. Lambert said that the study estimates $313,000; however, he believes it will be significantly more. Lambert added that the project could be funded by cash park fees, the general fund, tax increment financing for the portion of Valley View Road that would be improved or assessing the property owners (if we could prove an increase in value to their property) . Richard said his feeling is that if the City would spend a significant amount of money and the residents are not in favor of the project, he would not support raising the water level just for the benefit of the people downsteam or to make the lake look better. Richard asked if the residents would support the project if they were compensated at fair market value. Frank Smetana said that the water level is already 2 feet higher than it should be and something has to be done. ,. APPROVED MINUTES C� EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -8- Hilgeman is confused about why the City should be held responsible for the water level being raised 2 feet. Smetana said that there is a sewer trunk line across Nine Mile Creek although he said it would be difficult L•o prove who was actually responsible. Kostecka said she feels the City is responsible because they allowed the commercial areas to build in the area and add fill so there is nowhere for the water to go. Richard asked if this area is expected to be completely r commercial in the future. Lambert indicated it would be office or industrial. Mary Smetana said that although the project is not a big surprise to the residents, they are concerned because it is difficult for them to negotiate against the commercial users. She does not have much faith in the City of Eden Prairie's negotiating skills. MOTION: Richard moved to recommend proceeding with the Smetana Lake outlet modification providing that the residents are compensated fairly and that accurate costs to the City are obtained. Hilgeman seconded the motion. On call for discussion, Lynch asked if this would be a plausible response to the Watershed District or are they looking for a yes or no answer. Lambert said the City can recommend whatever they want, but they will be liable for the cost of the study if the project does not proceed due to our action. Lambert added that a decision on this project would not be as difficult in another suburb of the Twin Cities since the number of lakes in Eden Prairie is taken for granted. Although the City has higher priorities for the money at this time, the project may be appreciated more in the future. The lake will be healthier and better for fishing and recreation if the water level is raised. Providing public access to this type of resource is more important in the big picture than building a couple of softball fields. / APPROVED MINUTES ` EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4 , 1992 -9- If raising the water level is not an affordable option now, the City could hope that a commercial developer will purchase all of the land and the City can take 10% as parkland: or it is possible that only a few homes will be left on the lake surrounded by office buildings and there will not be enough land left to develop. Richard asked if variances or easements can be attached to the property so development can take place in the future. Lambert said this is also a possibility. Kottke said that if the park is developed, will it be possible for watercraft usage to be restricted to non-motorized only. Lambert said that this would be a good possibility and would definitely be addressed. 'E Kracum asked about the current zoning in this area. Lambert said it is zoned as rural, but guided as office or office/industrial. �- Hilgeman asked who would pay for the cost of raising ' the electric towers as discussed in the engineer' s report. Lambert said it would be paid for by the Watershed District. Richard withdrew his original motion and Hilgeman withdrew her second to the motion. y Kube-Harderwijk agreed with Frank Smetana that the water level issue needs to be resolved and not dragged out any longer. Lambert suggested that the Commission recommend proceeding with the project after negotiations to acquire property for the park have been done, including the Kostecka property, and costs for easements and permits have been obtained. MOTION: Richard moved to recommend that the Smetana Lake outlet modification project proceed subject to negotiations with the property owners for parkland and when costs for easements and permits have been received. Hilgeman seconded the motion and it passed 5-0. ' r r ,'. .-_....., uer .,.... .,n:.. ..ma ..a_...r..:+-....a...... ... ,.�... __.::..._. _._..........................:.,....a ,.,w...ns.a.rN..cw.w.ww.�....,.:.....p......__.._ .. J �t • 'APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -10- B. Proposed Change to Park Use Ordinance Refer to memo dated April 23, 1992 from Bob Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources. Lambert said that a complaint was received about a dog in the playground area. The individual was concerned about a large dog bothering young children in the playground area. Pets are not allowed on the swimming beach, but are not restricted in the parks even if they are on a leash. MOTION: Hilgeman moved to recommend changing the existing park use ordinance to restrict dogs, cats and other pets from the play areas. Lynch seconded the motion and it passed 5-0. VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF A. Reports of Manager of Parks and Natural Resources 1. Report on Park Cleanup Day Refer to memo dated April 30, 1992 from S-u Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources. I This is an information item only. Lambert said that participation was down from last year because of the weather and proximity to Easter. Richard suggested that the Cub Scouts be contacted, as they would be a good project for them. 2. Recommendation to Purchase a Skid Steer Loader Refer to memo dated April 30, 1992 from Stu Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources. This is an information item only. B. Reports of Manager of Recreation Services 1. Proclamation for Senior Awareness Week This is an information item only. .. .. 1 r r ..k . r ' .r i .. �•'�. .. . a � ♦. ,(t". err♦.. .. . i,..l�- .............. 1. .. ._._... ._... ........._.,,.--.............u...........,... ._�_. r ;APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, REC. & NATURAL RESOURCES COMM. May 4, 1992 -11- IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL None Lambert said that G.E. Capital is changing their plans to add only one tennis court which would not affect the shoreland management ordinance and they will not commit to restoring the prairie. Hilgeman asked if the large parking area is necessary. Lambert said it will be needed for future expansion which includes a five story building. X. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Lynch moved to adjourn the meeting at 9 :25 p.m. Kube--Harderwijk seconded the motion and it passed 5--0. .Respectfully submitted, Lois Boettcher Recording Secretary i I I � ' r AGENDA EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION MONDAY, MAY 18, 1992 7:30 P. M., CITY HALL COMMISSION MEMBERS: Pat Richard, Chair; Bruce Bowman, Clair Hildgeman, Joanne Kube-Harderwijk, David Kracum, Diane Popovich Lynch, Del Vanderploeg COMMISSION STAFF: Robert A. Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources; Barbara Penning Cross, Landscape Architect; Stuart A. Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources; Laurie Helling, Manager of Recreation Services I. ROLL CALL II. APPROVAL OF AGENDA III. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - MAY 4, 1992 IV. P T TI TIS REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Rye nest from School District to Consider Revisions to Forest Hills School Park Playground Site Plan V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. Eden Lake Townhouses B. Eden Creek Addition C. G.E. Capital Fleet Services, Inc. (refer to plan in May 4 packet) VI. OLD BUSINESS A. Trapping Committee Report VII. NEW BUSINESS A. Recommendation to Award Bid for Construction of 2nd Ice Rink at Community Center B. Reccommendation Regarding Authorizing Funding and Construction of Entry at Community Center i i VIII. REPORTS OF COMMISSIONERS AND STAFF None IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL X. ADJOURNMENT .t w i l APPROVED MINUTES EDEN PRAIRIE PARKS, RECREATION & NATURAL RESOURCES COMMISSION MONDAY, MAY 18 , 1992 7 : 30 PM, CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7600 Executive Drive COMMISSION MEMBERS : Pat Richard, Chair; Bruce Bowman, Clair Hildgeman, Joanne Kube-Harderwijk, David Kracum, Diane Popovich Lynch, Del Vanderploeg COMMISSION STAFF: Robert A. Lambert , Director of Parks , Recreation and Natural Resources ; Barbara Penning Cross , Landscape Architect; Stuart A. Fox, Manager of Parks and Natural Resources ; Laurie Helling, Manager of Recreation Services I . ROLL CALL .r The meeting was called to order at 7 :30 PM by Chair, Pat Richard. Bowman was absent . I II . APPROVAL OF AGENDA The following items were added to the agenda: VII . C._ Dates for --Q-Ur-a; M I I D Miller Park Landscapina . MOTION: Vanderploeg moved, seconded by Lynch, to approve the Agenda as published and amended. Motion carried 6-0 . III . APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF MAY 4 1992__lEBTING MOTION: Lynch moved, seconded by Kube-Harderwijk, to approve as submitted the Minutes of May 4 , 1992 . Motion carried 6-0. IV. PETITIONS REOLiRSTS AND COMMUNICATIONS A. Reauest from School District to Consider Revisions to Forest Hills School Park Playground Sita Plan Refer to the memo dated May 15, 1992 , from Bob Lambert , Director of Parks , Recreation & Natural Resources . Lambert said the School District has requested expansion and relocation of the playground at Forest Hills Elementary School and that there are concerns regarding potential , conflicts with the City' s nearby ballfield. Lambert then introduced Steve Thompson, representing Cuningham Architects PA. r a , P, R & N R Commission Meeting 2 May 18, 1992 Thompson reviewed the various options considered for locating the playground and then showed the recommended plan to use the south half of the stock pile mound adjacent to the ballfield for the playground location. He said they would like to get started on the project as soon as possible. Vanderploeg asked if the height of the backstop is adequate to stop foul balls from going into the playground. Thompson said there had been much discussion on this point and that this would be a potential problem only during scheduled league games which would not occur during the school day. Kube-Harderwijk asked if the ramp would provide handicapped accessibility. Thompson said it would. Hildgeman asked about use of the mound as a sliding area. Thompson said he hadn' t seen the City report and he was not quite sure where they would put it . Richard asked if staff is comfortable with the plan. Lambert said they would like to do additional study on the impact of foul balls and that we might want to install large poles with cable and netting that would capture about 95% of Cthe foul balls . He said we would need to monitor the type of play out there to make a reasonable decision on the height of such a netting system. Cross asked if there would be any play equipment there this summer. Thompson said they intend to provide some as soon as possible. MOTION: Vanderploeg moved, seconded by Lynch, to recommend approval of the Forest Hills Elementary School playground site plan per staff recommendation in the May 15th memo, with the condition that there be additional study on the impact of foul balls and that a netting system be installed if it is determined that such a precaution is necessary. Motion carried 6-0. V. DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALS A. Eden Lake Townhouses Refer to memos dated May 14, 1992 from Bob Lambert, May 8, 1992 from Donald Uram, Planner, and May 7 , 1992 , from Mary Krause, Project Engineer. Lambert introduced Jack Brandt , representing Hartford ( Investments , Inc. Brandt noted that they involved the neighbors in the ? planning and that many of the neighbors' suggestions and concerns have been dealt with in this development proposal . He said they are planning to dedicate approximately 4. 3 l P, R & N R Commission Meeting 3 May 18 , 1992 acres in lieu of cash park fees . He displayed a site plan showing the proposed parkland and the building elevations. Lambert asked if they are planning to include a loop trail . Brian Lubben of Hartford Investments, Inc. said they will if the Commission feels it is necessary. Lambert said City staff feels this is a great proposal . He said they have agreed to take land in lieu of cash park fees because it will be 4 .3 acres of preserved land in the Major Center Area and will provide connections to Outlot D and to the Eden Lake School Park. Vanderploeg asked what is the total acreage of Outlots A and D and the School Park. Lambert said it is about 45 acres counting the lake. Vanderploeg then asked how deep the lake is and if it would be a place to canoe. Lambert said it is a man-made lake designed to handle storm water drainage from the M.C.A. He said the water quality is poor and would not provide high traffic canoeing possibilities . Richard asked if the developer would put in the trail . Lambert said they are asking them to put in the loop trail in Outlot A whether there is a connection to Outlot D or not . On call for comments from the audience, Tom Walters , 12490 Porcupine Court, said he would like to know where the proposed trails would be located and where the proposed canoe launch might be. After the general location proposed i for the trail was pointed out to him, Mr. Walters said that it would be very close to his property line and he would prefer to see it located closer to the lake. Lambert replied that there would be no problem locating it close to the lake provided that location is dry enough. Richard asked if staff was going to recommend putting the entire trail in. Lambert replied that the City does not even own Outlot D at this time, but we have planned to get it for park purposes since 1976. Kracum asked who owns Outlot D. Lambert replied that there is a bankruptcy situation and that the we may end up getting it through tax forfeiture. Hildgeman asked for a clarification of the recommendation. Lambert said the recommendation is that the developer follow his commitment to dedicate property in lieu of $33 ,000 in cash park fees , to construct a loop trail in Outlot A and to provide a six-car parking lot in Outlot A. Kube-Harderwijk asked how far into the hill the grading would occur. Lubben said they intend to put in one P, R & N R Commission Meeting 4 May 18, 1992 \ retaining wall behind two of the units and to keep the steep slope that is there. Richard asked if staff is comfortable with the tree replacement. Cross said they are. MOTION: Richard moved, seconded by Kracum, to recommend approval of the Eden Lake Townhomes development , subject to the conditions outlined in the Staff Reports of May 7 , May 8 and May 14 , 1992 , and to accept the dedication of Outlot A in lieu of cash park fees with the understanding that the developer will construct a loop trail and a six-car parking lot in Outlot A. Motion carried 6-0. B . RdQn Creek Addition Refer to memo dated May 8 , 1992 from Donald Uram, Planner . Jeff Schoenwetter, representing J.M.S. Development, Inc. , reviewed the single family development proposed for the site. He said they are concerned about who would maintain the one-acre dedicated area adjacent to Purgatory Creek. Lambert said that , because this piece of land is so small and isolated, staff has recommended that it be considered a 4 scenic easement so that it can be left in its natural condition. Richard asked if this would be done in lieu of cash park fees . Lambert said it would not. Richard asked why the development didn' t work the first time around. Schoenwetter said his company decided to forego the development when they realized that the amount of land involved was considerably less than originally anticipated. He said that the property was sold and the new owners will retain just one lot with the house on it . A discussion followed regarding the trailway construction on the property and the upgrading of County Road 4. Lynch asked what they are doing with the wetland lots. Schoenwetter said they expect to move the area slightly and reshape it . Cross said the amount involved is about 1/10 of an acre. MOTION: Lynch moved, seconded by Vanderploeg, to recommend approval of the Eden Creek Addition, subject to the recommendations of the staff memo of May 8 . After discussion it was determined that language should be ( added to cover the scenic easement . Y AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION: With the approval of Vanderploeg, Lynch amended her motion to specify that the area shown as Outlot A will be a scenic easement granted by the developer P, R & N R Commission Meeting 5 May 18, 1992 to the City, with ownership to be divided between the future owners of lots 5, 6,7 and 8 . VOTE ON THE MOTION: Motion carried 6-0 . VOTE ON THE AMENDMENT TO THE MOTION: Motion carried 6-0. C. G.E. Capital Fleet Services . Inc. Refer to the memo of April 24. 1992 from Donald Uram, Planner and May 14, 1992 from Barbara Cross, Landscape Architect . Cross said proponent has revised their plans and introduced Judy Brinkhouse of G.E. Capital Fleet Services , Inc . Brinkhouse reviewed the plan revisions and noted that the 200-foot setback will require the granting of variances . She said they held a meeting with the neighbors to the east of the property and that they are all in agreement with the revised plan. Lynch asked how they plan to maintain the meadow. Brinkhouse said it will be planted in native prairie grass, and it will be maintained by a company that specializes in that . A discussion followed regarding the conservation easement recommended for the property. Lambert said that filing an easement is the only way to ensure continuation of control . Richard suggested that proponent discuss the project with the Prairie Restoration Committee at the High School and possibly get that group involved with this project as a cooperative effort . MOTION: Hildgeman moved, seconded by Lynch, to recommend approval of the request by G.E. Capital for a recreational facility, subject to the recommendations of the April 24 and May 14 memos, and subject to the following conditions : proponent to implement prairie grass restoration of the grassy meadow; no lighting of the proposed facility; the receipt of a variance by the Board of Appeals and Adjustments for shoreland setback; and the filing of a conservation easement for the property. Motion carried 6-0. VI . OLD BUSINESS A. Trgypina Committee Report Lynch said the committee will review the final draft before it goes to staff and City Attorney Pauly for suggestions . She said the committee will then inccrporate staff 's suggestions into a a final recommendation to the Commission, with the final version coming back to the Commission by the end of June. P, R & N R Commission Meeting 6 May 18 ; 1992 Kube-Harderwijk asked if it would have any effect on a homeowner who wanted to trap moles or gophers on their property. Lynch said such a situation would be exclud-:d from the regulations. Vanderploeg asked if they are talking about trapping in other parts of the City as well as the Minnesota River bluffs . Lynch said that, per the Commission's request, they have looked at the whole City and have designated about 93% of the land as off limits to trapping . VII . NEW BUSINESS A. Recommendation to Award Bid for Construction of 2nd Ice Rink at Community Center B. Recommendation Recaardinq Authorizing Funding and Construction of Entry at Community Center Refer to the memo dated May 15, 1992 from Bob Lambert, Director of Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources . Lambert said the low bidder from the 15 bids received on May 14th was Shingobee Builders . He said City Attorney Pauly ' s initial review of the bid indicates that we will be able to use them despite their not including a list of subcontractors with their bid. Hildgeman asked whether we would get into trouble with E.C. I . Lambert said E.C. I . would still not be the low bidder even if Shingobee was eliminated. Lambert said the costs for the Community Center addition, the improvements to the Community Center entry, the costs to enlarge the parking lot and the costs to sell the bonds will total $2 ,357 ,244 . He said staff is suggesting using cash park fees or the $60, 000 budgeted for construction of a trail along the abandoned railroad that will now be built by Hennepin Parks in order to stay within the $2 . 3 million budget . Lynch asked if the trail that Hennepin Parks is proposing for the railroad will allow horseback riding. Lambert said it will be pedestrians and bicyclists only. A discussion followed regarding Hennepin County's plans for that trail and the alternative plans for providing horseback-riding trails . MOTION: Kube-Harderwijk moved, seconded by Lynch, to recommend acceptance of the bid from Shingobee Builders for the construction of the Community Center Addition/Second Ice Rink. Motion carried 6-0. MOTION: Kube-Harderwijk moved, seconded by Hildgeman, to recommend completion of plans and specifications for the P, R & N R Commission Meeting 7 May 18 , 1992 revised entry and the parking lot at the Community Center and to recommend that , if additional funds are required, they come from the funds previously budgeted for the abandoned railroad trail . Motion carried 6-0 . C. Dates for Tours Richard said Councilmember Anderson had discussed a bike tour in the northern part of Eden Prairie with the Possibility of a tour to Miller Park and Riley Lake. He said they would like the bike tour to include the trail in Minnetonka where they have built a trail within the marsh and to see how it connects to the Eden Prairie trail system. After discussion of possible dates and times, the Commission decided on June 22nd at 6 :00 PM, subject to confirmation with Councilmember Anderson. Cross suggested that Commissioners might like to tour the Purgatory Creek valley where the new trail is going to go. Lambert said the three parks could be visited in one tour . The Commission decided on July 6th at 6:00 PM for the park tour with an 8 :00 PM meeting time after the tour . D. Miller Park Landscap;na Richard said he would like to set up a program to allow people to donate money to buy landscaping. Hildgeman said she had brought this subject up before and had received a cold reception from the City regarding private donations because of some problems with liability and other factors . Lambert said Laurie Helling, Manager of Recreation Services , is working on a donations catalogue that will have a list of procedures and items that can be donated with their cost . He said donors can designate which park or other location the item can be put in. Richard said he would like to see some discussion and input to the planning of landscaping features during the early stages of the Miller Park development . A discussion followed regarding how groups and individuals could be encouraged to donate landscaping items . VIII . REPORTS OF CO MISSIONERS; AND STAFF There were no reports . IX. REPORTS OF CITY COUN IL There were no reports . X. &DJOU$NMEUT I r r P, R & N R commission Meeting 8 May 18 , 1992 MOTION; Lynch moved, seconded by Vanderploeg, to adjourn the meeting at 9: 25 PM. 9Re ectfully submitted, /a anice C. Nelson Recording Secretary 77 C 1