HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011-08-09 Park Board PacketAGENDA
CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
PARK BOARD
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
7:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
IV. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes -- Regular meeting of July 12, 2011
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
During "Community Comment," the Park Board will invite residents to share relevant issues
or concerns. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the
number of speakers on the some issue in the interest of time and topic. Generally speaking,
items that are elsewhere on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community
Comment. Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board Members to respond to their
comments tonight. Instead, the Board might refer the matter to staff for consideration at a
tofuture meeting.
VI. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Donations Policy and Naming of Parks and Facilities Policy Working Group
B. User Fees Working Group
C. Sports Dome Study Committee
D. 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Plans
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
VIII. CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
IX. STAFF COMMENTS
A. Golf Course Study Presentation —August 30, 2011
B. Edinborough Park Study
C. Veterans Memorial Update
XI. ADJOURNMENT
The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need
assistance in the way of hearing amplification, an interpreter, large -print documents or something else,
please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting.
MINUTES
OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PARK BOARD
HELD AT CITY HALL
JULY 12, 2011
7:00 PM
L CALL TO ORDER
Chairman Hulbert called the meeting to order at 7:02 pm
IL ROLLCALL
Answering rollcall were Members Deeds, Fronek, Jacobson, Jones, Lough, Meyer, Peterson, Segreto,
Steel and Chair Hulbert
III. INTRODUCTION OF NEW BOARD MEMBER
New member Deeds introduced himself to the Park Board and apologized for not being at the previous
meetings. He explained when he was appointed he did not realize it would conflict with the night class
he was teaching at St. Thomas College.
IV. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Member Steel asked since there is a new format for the agenda will that be reflective in the upcoming
minutes such as "Call to Order". She pointed out that the May Park Board minutes do not reflect a "Call
to Order" and that it looks like in other board and commission minutes that item does appear and asked
if it was necessary that they have that item; she would like those minutes to reflect that since she chaired
the May Park Board meeting she would like for them to reflect that she did call the meeting to order.
Member Steel made a motion seconded by Member Meyer that the May 2011 Park Board Minutes
reflect that the meeting was called to order by Vice Chair Steel.
V. ADOPTION OF CONSENT AGENDA
Member Peterson made a motion, seconded by Member Deeds approving the consent agenda.
• APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Regular Meeting of May 10, 2011 with changes approved by
Park Board under Agenda Item IV.
VI. COMMUNITY COMMENT
Elizabeth Stevens, 3205 West 60`h Street, addressed the Park Board regarding the "Nite to Unite" event
that will take place on August 2"d. She pointed out that it is basically the same thing as "National Night
Out' where neighborhoods get together and have block parties. She stated that some of the people at the
dog park thought it might be fun to organize their "Nite to Unite" at the dog park. She indicated that she
was hoping she could post a sign at the park that says dog owners we plan to unite on August 2nd along
with all of the neighborhood folks. She commented that they would avoid the food part but would say
bring your dog, chair and something to drink. She stated that basically she is looking for some sort of
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acknowledgement from the park side of things that this is not necessarily a bad idea. Member Segreto
replied that she thinks it's a great idea but it should be noted that no alcohol is allowed at the park.
Chair Hulbert commented that it sounds like a great idea but questions if they are organizing some sort
of event would that trigger some sort of necessity to rent that park like they have done for other groups.
Mr. MacHolda responded that in this case he doesn't think they need to go through the park permit
process. He stated that it sounds like they are just trying to get other dog owners together and socialize
on a given night.
Ms. Stevens indicated that another opportunity that occurred to her is there may be a chance to raise
revenue by selling more dog collars or reminding people to register their dogs. She noted that she could
coordinate some sort of table or booth because she thinks there are still a lot of dog owners who don't
even know Edina has a dog park. Mr. MacHolda replied that personally he would like to see the selling
of collars stay at City Hall versus a satellite site that night. He noted that he is all for the socialization of
both dog owners and dogs.
VII. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
VII.A. CONSULTANT FINALISTS FOR EDINBOROUGH PARK STUDY
Ann Kattreh, Manager of Edinborough Park, informed the Park Board that they received eight good
proposals from the RFP that was sent out to hire a consultant. She explained that Mr. Keprios, Ms.
Miller and herself narrowed it down to what they felt were the top four. She stated that they are looking
for input from the Park Board on the four they selected and noted that they could add more if the Park
Board so desires and then they can go ahead and set up interviews. She indicated that she thinks it's a
good idea to actually sit down and have an interview process and ask some questions as well as give
them the opportunity to ask us some questions and maybe get a little more of a comfort level with the
architect and consultant. Ms. Kattreh asked the Park Board to let her know if there are any specific
questions they would like to have asked during the interview process. In addition, if anyone would like
to sit in on the interviews, to also let her know.
Member Deeds asked is the primary goal of having a consultant to try to revitalize as well as understand
potential higher level uses, etc. Ms. Kattreh replied that is partially correct. She explained that
Edinborough is operating at about a 75% to 80% cost recovery and explained how a trust fund was
originally set up for Edinborough when it was first opened. She noted it was originally intended to
financially support the operations indefinitely; however, that will not be the case and explained the
reasons why. Ms. Kattreh indicated that the City Council has given them the task to try to come to a
break even basis and by hiring a consultant they intend to look at all operations of Edinborough
everything from the staffing to the programming to the facility itself to find a way to save costs and
generate additional revenue. She added that Edinborough was never designed to be a revenue generating
facility.
Member Segreto noted that ATS&R indicated that they have already worked on some of the components
of the park and asked which components they have been involved in. Ms. Kattreh replied that is a little
misleading because they have not worked on Edinborough Park but rather they have worked at some
other parks in Edina.
Member Fronek indicated that it seems part of the recommendation that staff is looking for is to
basically grant them the power to select one of the consultants moving forward which he is fine with but
wanted to know how staff would arrive at the decision. Ms. Kattreh explained that what they hope to do
is bring in anyone from the Park Board that may be interested either in terms of sitting in on the
interviews or providing questions for them to ask. Ms. Kattreh commented that she does not know if
Mr. Keprios was planning on bringing staff's recommendation to the Park Board prior to the City
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Council. She noted they are hoping to have the interviews take place the last week in July or first week
in August. She pointed out that the City Manager. has asked Mr. Keprios and herself to sit down and
explain to him the reasons why they selected who they did and then it would go to City Council for their
approval. She stated that they could bring their selection back to the Park Board before they take it to
the City Council.
Member Meyer stated his perspective is if it's going to accelerate the process to go straight to the City
Council he wouldn't object to that especially if it's going to add several months and delay the
opportunity to get the data. He indicated he feels the data is the most important thing and clearly several
of the firms are qualified to collect the data.
Member Meyer asked Ms. Kattreh why they didn't go directly to Ballard & King. Ms. Kattreh
responded that she felt it is important to bring the architectural component as well because they are
hoping for some conceptual drawings on any recommendations that they might have pertaining to
changes to the facility and that's not something that Ballard & King would specialize in; therefore, they
need the architectural component as well.
Member Jones asked Ms. Kattreh if she has brought in any of the businesses that are adjacent to the park
such as Edina Park Plaza and the Residence Inn. Ms. Kattreh replied that although they will be key
players she has not at this point because she feels they would be putting the cart before the horse. She
indicated that personally she would like to have a little more information to discuss with them as
opposed to talking about a variety of concepts that may or may not happen. Ms. Kattreh stated that they
are aware they are looking at the facility and that just this past week they started construction on the
guest services counter and the concession stand. Member Jones stated that she thought that was put on
hold because they were going to be looking at the long-term plan for that. Ms. Kattreh replied that it
. was discussed to be put on hold but because it was in their capital improvement plan they decided to
move forward with it.
Member Peterson asked what they mean by Edinborough "Understanding" that was on the matrix. Ms.
Kattreh explained that what they meant by that is did they tailor items in their proposal to Edinborough,
did they in fact understand their complex and understand the difficulties in dealing with their complex in
regards to items such as neighbors, association fees, different user groups, etc. She stated that they feel
the two firms where that was marked was because they felt the proposal they submitted took more time
in getting to know their operations a little bit more prior to submitting the proposal and added that those
two also spent a considerable amount of time with both Mr. Keprios and herself.
Member Deeds stated that he would be interested in seeing some of the interviews because the proposal
really doesn't tell you much and that three of the four proposals are almost the exact same proposal. He
indicated that what he is interested in understanding is what they mean by "market research"; is it simply
that they are going to tell them how many facilities are within 10 square miles or are they going to be
potentially in some way, shape or form gathering real market research which he would be interested in.
Member Fronek made a motion, seconded by Member Segreto to accept the four finalists
recommended by staff and to provide Mr. Keprios and Ms. Kattreh the authority to select one
candidate after the interview process without Park Board approval so that it can be done by the
August Park Board meeting.
Ayes: Deeds, Fronek, Jacobson, Jones, Lough, Meyer, Peterson, Segreto, Steel and Chair Hulbert.
Motion carried.
Chair Hulbert stated that he would like Member Deeds to be on the interview committee to which
Member Deeds replied he would be happy to meet with Ms. Kattreh.
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VU B. PARK BOARD BYLA WS
Mr. MacHolda pointed out that as Mr. Keprios states in his report/recommendation the proposed bylaws
draft is consistent with current city code and is similar to other board and commission bylaws in general
procedurally provides the Park Board the authority to establish its own committees without prior council
approval. Member Segreto stated that on page 2, #6 second paragraph it states "to provide for the
selection of one or two spokespersons to represent groups of persons with common interests during
public meetings" and commented that she thinks that would be really hard to do. Chair Hulbert
responded that he thinks in meetings like that people step forward and say they are going to speak for the
group and then you can say alright and then that person will be the representative by speaking on behalf
of the group. Member Segreto asked Chair Hulbert if he thought pragmatically that is clear enough.
Chair Hulbert replied yes and added that he thinks it's fairly common.
Member Segreto noted that in Article II, Section 3 it states that the Board does not have the authority to
introduce contracts or expenditures and asked if they have the authority to solicit contracts or
expenditures because she is not quite sure what the word "introduce" really means. She commented that
maybe the drafter could take note of the comment and maybe explore or see if it needs to be clarified.
Member Segreto pointed out there is no conflict of interest paragraph in these bylaws and asked if any of
the other boards and commissions have a conflict of interest. Lastly, she stated that she thinks it's
important for all of the board members to know what the attendance requirement is.
Member Steel indicated that she has a couple of suggestions as well. She noted that Article III Section II
talks about special meetings and thought they may want to include work sessions and define the purpose
as an informational meeting where no actions would be taken. She stated this may be a good place to
establish that and provide definition in the future to give the Park Board the opportunity to hold those
types of meetings.
Member Deeds indicated that where it states "the board does not have the authority to introduce
contracts or expenditures" that if you look at the mission it seems to put the board strictly in a review
position that they are not in a position to make suggestions either to the council or staff. He stated that
he is little leery of that language and would like to see something else. He indicated if that is the
language they are going for then they need to be clear that they are strictly here to review whatever it is
that the staff brings up and if that coincides with the mission then they need to be clear of that.
Member Deeds stated that he would argue to leave the special meetings as open as possible because that
will give them the freedom to call whatever and whenever they deem something necessary, it gives them
flexibility.
Member Jones indicated that in regards to Article V, committees and subcommittees she would like to
see at least one person from the Park Board be a participant in a committee and ideally be the chair of
any committee they form. She stated that she would also like to identify what is expected from these
committees such as will minutes be taken, etc. Member Jones stated that she thinks they can write a
better mission statement to actually state what they do. She indicated that she would be willing to try to
write something up with incorporating what has just been said and other comments the members may
come up with. She added if anyone would like to work on it with her that would be great.
Member Peterson stated that the mission statement is straightforward; however, it doesn't get into
something else which he thinks they should and that is healthy lifestyles which he feels the Park Board
should be promoting for various age groups. For example, if you were to walk around Bredesen Park 25
times a summer you will be recognized in some way such as with a hat or a badge. He stated that he
thinks the better cities get into promoting healthy lifestyles, like Edina is doing with the Farmer's
Market; the better off the population will age.
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Chair Hulbert commented that if Member Jones is willing to take this on with some of the ideas that
have been mentioned and bring a draft to the next Park Board meeting that would be great. Member
Lough asked how they address the issue of standardization with other boards and commissions would
Member Jones take that on as well. Member Jones replied that she does have a copy of most of the other
boards and commissions by-laws and noted she was surprised how they differ in every way. She
indicated that it's not just the functions of the commissions but there are some major differences. She
stated that she is not going to try and change all of the bylaws but will talk to the City Manager, Scott
Neal and see if he has any ideas. Mr. MacHolda pointed out that Mr. Keprios recommendation does
indicate that after further review with the City Manager it appears that each board and commission is
unique enough in their own function and mission that it would be difficult to standardize bylaws in every
regard. Member Segreto asked who drafted the bylaws to which it was noted Mr. Keprios.
Member Jones asked as far as members of the Park Board does anyone feel strongly that they should be
residents of Edina to which the Park Board replied yes.
Member Steel commented that in regards to the suggestion that was previously made regarding absences
she believes those are in the City Code. She noted that she thinks the idea with bylaws is not to repeat
what is already in City Code and added that what is in the City Code takes power over anything they
write in their bylaws. Member Lough suggested that perhaps they reference that specific City Code for
attendance.
Member Deeds asked if the current mission is a long standing mission or did Mr. Keprios just write it.
Mr. MacHolda replied he believes it is long standing. Member Jones commented that she would be open
to a new mission. Member Steel pointed out that Under Section III. "Members" they may want to add
residents of Edina" because only under student members does it state "shall be residents of the city ... ".
Chair Hulbert commented that he is pretty sure there is already something in the City Code about
residency. Member Jones noted that she will take a look at it and added that she believes one other
commission had something where it was stated really clear that City Code takes precedence over
anything, even bylaws if there is a conflict so she may add that same wording.
Chair Hulbert made a motion, seconded by Member Deeds to table the bylaws until the August
Park Board meeting.
Ayes: Deeds, Fronek, Jacobson, Jones, Lough, Meyer, Peterson, Segreto, Steel and Chair Hulbert.
Motion carried.
VII. C. APPOINT BOARD MEMBER TO HUMAN SERVICES TASK FORCE
Member Segreto volunteered to be the Park Board member on the Human Services Task Force.
VIII. CHAIR AND BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS
Member Segreto asked where they are with the subcommittees. Member Jones replied that she has
spoken to Jennifer Bennerotte, Communications Director, to help publicize the request for people who
may be interested in working on the two subcommittees.
Member Deeds indicated that he saw the various e-mails regarding "Cool Planet" and Frisbee golf and
asked what happened with that. Mr. MacHolda replied there was some miscommunication but Mr.
Thompson did end up going through the permit process and Dick Crockett from the Edina Foundation
did bring in a check to the Park and Recreation Department office before the event took place.
. Member Jones informed the Park Board that regarding the Bike Edina Task Force they applied for bike
racks which she believes they will get money for. She noted they will be able to purchase 40 to 60 bike
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racks at no cost to the city except for installation. She added that someone from the Bike Task Force is
working with Wayne Houle, City Engineer, as where they will be going. Member Jones informed the
Park Board that the Edina Bike Task Force had a very successful "Bike to Work Day" which they do
annually and this year 12 people signed up which is more than ever. She also pointed out that there will
be a city wide tour of Edina which is going to be run with the Edina Rotary on October 9"' and they hope
to raise money for food shelves.
Member Jones informed the Park Board that the Energy & Environment Commission has been
reviewing the turf management plan to which she has attended several meetings and they will be
presenting a new executive summary she believes at their next meeting.
Member Jones informed the Park Board that the public works site group that is looking at the vision for
the old public works building is in the stage where they are conducting interviews for who will be
working on the proposals.
IX. STAFF COMMENTS
Mr. MacHolda informed the Park Board that the City Council did approve the taping of the Park Board
meetings on a quarterly basis so the Park Board meetings will be taped August, November, February and
May. All of the other Park Board meetings will be audiotaped.
Mr. MacHolda informed the Park Board that they had a wonderful Fourth of July parade and fireworks
display. He noted that he would like to personally thank staff and the parade committee for the
wonderful job they did. There is a lot of work that goes into these two events.
Mr. MacHolda informed the Park Board that the new Chowen Park playground design and equipment
turned out beautiful and they were open and operational the first part of June. However shortly after
they opened the calls started coming about a bug infestation. He indicated that the vendor sent out their
expert and determined it is what they call a "wood mite". He noted they then got into the dialog was it a
contaminated safety surface which is the stance the city took and the manufacturer took the stance it was
pre-existing but either case they had a problem. He noted that after some research they did spray the
entire site which they found to be 50% successful. At that time they quarantined the park and came to
the conclusion from the city to go to the manufacturer because it needed to be removed so they had all of
the wood fiber removed, which was too bad because it's a wonderful safety surface. He explained that
for the last three to four weeks he has been chasing the manufacturer and the general contractor to try to
go beyond the removal of the safety surface and get an acceptable safety surface in place and reopen the
park. He indicated that today they began to put in pea gravel as well as they also gave him a drawing of
what it will take to make it accessible. Mr. MacHolda pointed out that when it was originally drawn it
had 100% accessibility and now they will meet their minimum ADA requirements which will cost an
additional $11,000 and so after talking to the manufacturer they will first make it playable and then will
come back and make it accessible so they should be able to reopen the park tomorrow.
Mr. MacHolda informed the Park Board that on June 1" they had a successful bid opening for the flow
rider and it was approved by City Council on June 21" and as of right now he thinks their opening will
be May or June of 2012.
Mr. MacHolda informed the Park Board that there has been a proposal for an athletic dome by a small
group of residents who are developers. He noted that this group has had a number of meetings with
various athletic associations, the school board, city staff and he believes independently with elected
officials. He pointed out that the next step in their process will be a work session with City Council a
week from today at 5:00 pm. He stated that he knows football and lacrosse have sent out e-mails to their
bodies looking to show support to their elected officials and believes there are other groups who are also
interested. Mr. MacHolda noted that he hasn't heard anyone is opposed but that he does think there are
other groups that think further study needs to be done. He commented that right now the site they are
looking at is Braemar which would take up the athletic field that is currently behind the arenas as well as
take up part of the parking lot which is to the north of the west arena; it's a fairly large structure. He
added that one of the developers has done this type of project successfully in other cities.
XI. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business on the Park Board Agenda, Chair Hulbert declared the meeting
adjourned at 8:16 pm.
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REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To:
EDINA PARK BOARD
Agenda Item Item No. VI. A.
From:
John Keprios, Director
1-1 Action
Park and Recreation Department
Discussion
Information
Date: August 9, 2011
Donations Policy and Naming of Parks and Facilities Policy Working
Subject:
Group
ACTION REQUESTED:
No formal Park Board action is requested on this agenda item. This item is intended to
update Park Board members on the status of the formation of the Donations Policy and
Naming of Parks and Facilities Policy Working Group.
INFORMATION/BACKGROUND:
The City Council approved the Park Board's request to form a Working Group to revisit
the donations policy, as well as, propose a written naming of parks and facilities policy.
The terminology "Work Group" is used here as opposed to "Committee" simply because
the Park Board has expressed an interest in recruiting and appointing Edina residents to
serve who are currently not Park Board members.
Park Board member Ellen Jones has volunteered to take the lead in this effort to recruit
Park Board members and other Edina residents to serve on this Working Group.
Included in this packet is a Press Release (Attachment A) for the Sun Newspaper to
recruit volunteers. Member Ellen Jones has requested this item be placed on the
August Park Board Agenda to update Park Board members of the progress.
REPORURECOMMEN DATION
To: EDINA PARK BOARD
Agenda Item Item No. VI. B.
From: John Keprios, Director
Park and Recreation Department
Action
Discussion
0 Information
Date: August 9, 2011
Subject: User Fees Working Group
ACTION REQUESTED:
No formal Park Board action is requested on this agenda item. This item is intended to
update Park Board members on the status of the formation of the User Fees Working
Group.
INFORMATION/BACKGROUND:
The City Council approved the Park Board's request to form a Working Group to study
user fees and make recommendations to the City Council. The terminology "Work
Group" is used here as opposed to "Committee" simply because the Park Board has
expressed an interest in recruiting and appointing Edina residents to serve who are
currently not Park Board members.
Park Board member Ellen Jones has volunteered to take the lead in this effort to recruit
Park Board members and other Edina residents to serve on this Working Group.
Included in this packet is a Press Release (Attachment A) for the Sun Newspaper to
recruit volunteers. Member Ellen Jones has requested this item be placed on the
August Park Board Agenda to update Park Board members of the progress.
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Contact: Jennifer Bennerotte, Communications & Marketing Director
Phone 952-833-9520 • Fax 952-826-0389 • Web www.CityofEdina.com
(ATTACHMENT A)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PREISIS RELEASE
Park Board seeks volunteers
Edina, Minn., Aug. 2, 2011 — The Edina Park Board seeks volunteers for two new working groups.
The Park Board recently established two working groups:
• Donations and Naming Working Group. The working group will propose policies and procedures for
naming and renaming City parks and facilities and accepting donations. The working group will meet
from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. the second and fourth Mondays in September and October. The first meeting
will be Sept. 12, 2011.
• User Fee Working Group. The working group will evaluate current fee scales and costs associated
with facility use, while also developing policy that may be currently lacking for potential user groups.
This working group likely will meet from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. the first and third Wednesdays in
September and October.
Those residents interested in serving on a working group should write to edinamail@ci.edina.mn.us or call
Janet Canton in the Edina Park & Recreation Department at 952-826-0435 between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday. Letters of interest can also be sent to Edina Park Board, Edina City Hall, 4801 W.
50th St., Edina, MN, 55424. Please indicate the working group(s) that is of greatest interest to you.
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City of Edina o 4801 West 50th Street o, Edina, MN 55424
REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To: EDINA PARK BOARD
Agenda Item Item No. VI. C.
From: John Keprios, Director
Park and Recreation Department
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F� Discussion
F-1 Information
Date: August 9, 2011
Subject: Sports Dome Study Committee
ACTION REQUESTED:
The Park Board is requested to appoint Park Board members to serve on a Sports
Dome Study Committee and guide the process of conducting a public facility inventory
and feasibility study of an indoor athletic facility.
INFORMATION/BACKGROUND:
At their July 19 Work Session, the City Council met with representatives of a group of
residents who propose the construction of an indoor athletic facility, which has been
commonly referred to as a "sports dome". The Council considered the proposal and
agreed that it would be prudent to direct City staff to prepare a current inventory of
public facilities owned and/or managed by the City of Edina, and to determine, through
a feasibility study conducted under the guidance of the Park Board, if it is advisable for
the City to support the construction of an indoor athletic facility.
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At their August 3, 2011 meeting, the City Council approved the City Manager's
recommendation to direct staff to conduct a feasibility study under the guidance of the
Park Board and request that the Park Board make a recommendation to the City
Council concerning the advisability of supporting the construction of an indoor athletic
facility. The final deliverable to the City Council from the Park Board on this matter shall
include recommendations on the following subjects: ownership, capital finance,
operational management and finance, program and location(s).
The Council acknowledges the complexity of this assignment and has agreed to
allocate up to $20,000 for consulting costs associated with this task and has authorized
the Park Board to establish, at its discretion, committees and subcommittees the Board
believes are necessary to accomplish this task.
Staff recommends that the Park Board establish a Sports Dome Study Committee to
work closely with staff to guide the process of conducting a public facility inventory and
feasibility study of an indoor athletic facility. Staff would recommend a minimum of two
and a maximum of four Park Board members.
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REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To: EDINA PARK BOARD
Agenda Item Item No. VI. D.
From: John Keprios, Director
Park and Recreation Department
Action
Discussion
❑ Information
Date: August 9, 2011
Subject: 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Plans
ACTION REQUESTED:
Park Board is requested to review, discuss and ask questions about the proposed five-
year (2012-2016) capital improvement plans for the Park and Recreation Department
including all enterprise facilities except the Art Center.
INFORMATION/BACKGROUND:
Included in this packet are the five-year (2012-2016) capital improvement plans (CIP)
for the Golf Course, Braemar Arena, Edina Aquatic Center, Centennial Lakes Park,
Edinborough Park and the Park and Recreation Department as proposed by staff.
These are five-year plans; however, funding is appropriated for only the upcoming
year's plan, which in this case means for only the year 2012.
Also included is a list of potential park improvements that are currently unfunded.
The Edina Art Center is not included in this packet because the Edina Art Center Board
makes CIP recommendations to the City Council specifically for the Art Center.
We intend to have enterprise facility managers present at the September Park Board
meeting to answer questions about their proposed CIP. The Park Board will be asked
to make final recommendations on the proposed CIP at the September Park Board
meeting. The Park Board is encouraged to share comments, ask questions and request
further information of staff that may require further research in preparation for the
September Park Board meeting.
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PROJECTS & FUNDING SOURCES BY DEPARTMENT
Department
Project# Priority 2012 2013
2014
2015
2016
Total
(Aquatic Center
140,000
Flowrider
AQC-03-001 n/a 430,000
n/a
60,000
430,000
Flowrider Completion
AQC-12-001 n/a 100,000
60,000
Replace Zamboni
A-10-004
100,000
Upgrades and Replacements
AQC-12-002 n/a 70,000
140,000
70,000
Upgrades and Replacements
AQC-12-003 n/a 50,000
n/a
125,000
35,000
50,000
Upgrades and Replacements
AQC-12-004 n/a
50,000
Replace Zamboni '
A-12-001
50,000
Upgrades and Replacements
AQC-12-005 n/a
140,000
60,000
60,000
Upgrades and Replacements
AQC-12-006 n/a
n/a
300,000
300,000
50,000
Aquatic Center Total 600,000 50,000
50,000
60,000
300,000
1,060,000
Aquatic Center Fund
600,000 50,000
50,000
60,000
300,000
1,060,000
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Aquatic Center Total
600,00o
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Replace Zamboni
A-09-002
n/a
140,000
140,000
Water System Repairs
A-10-003
n/a
60,000
60,000
Replace Zamboni
A-10-004
n/a
140,000
140,000
Parking Lot Resurfacing
A-11-001
n/a
125,000
35,000
160,000
Replace Zamboni '
A-12-001
n/a
140,000
140,000
Make-up Water Tanks
A-12-002
n/a
50,000
50,000
Arena Total
265,000
95,000
140,000
50,000
140,000
690,000
Construction Fund
265,000
95,000
140,000
50,000
140,000
690,000
Arena Total
265,000
95,000
140,000
50,000
140,000
690,000
Art Center
Rebuild Kilns
ART -11-003
n/a
15,000
15,000
Parking Lot Expansion
ART -11-004
n/a
85,000
85,000
HVAC
ART -11-005
n/a
22,800
22,800
Media Studio Updates
ART -11-006
n/a
12,000
12,000
Repairs & Maintenance
ART -12-001
n/a
20,000
20,000
20,000
60,000
Art Center Total
100,000
22,800
32,000
20,000
20,000
194,800
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Department Project# Priority 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 Total
Construction Fund
100,000
22,800
32,000
20,000 20,000
194,800
Art Center Total
220,000
47,000
82,000
45,000
394,000
100,000
22,800
32,000
20,000 20,000
194,800
Replaster Pool
EP -00-017
n/a
70,000
70,000
Replace Carpeting
EP -06-007
Centennial Lakes Park
Replace HVAC Units
CL -06-005
n/a
12,000
25,000
EP -08-007
25,000
Paint South Park Railings
CL -08-003
n/a
28,000
12,000
Soft Play for Great Hall
EP -08-011
28,000
Renovate Putting Greens
CL -08-004
n/a
40,000
40,000
Pool and Wall Tile
EP -08-021
40,000
Replace Cracked/Broken Concrete
CL -08-005
n/a
12,000
80,000
Lift to Birthday Party Area
EP -09-014
12,000
Add Restroom Facility
CL -09-007
n/a
120,000
40,000
Track Floor
EP -09-015
120,000
Replace Park Sound System
CL -09-008
n/a
65,000
32,000
Concrete repairs
EP -09-016
32,000
Replace Concrete
CL -09-009
n/a
15,000
Adventure Peak Remodel
EP -09-021
15,000
Floating Dock
CL -10-004
n/a
25,000
12,000
EP -10-011
12,000
Security Camera System
CL -10-005
n/a
30,000
30,000
25,000
EP -11-005
25,000
Centrum Planter Beds
CL -10-006
n/a
65,000
20,000
EP -11-006
20,000
Paver Replacement
CL -11-001
n/a
20,000
25,000
Exterior Entryway Doors
EP -11-007
20,000
New Pickup
CL -11-002
n/a
80,000
Interior Entryway Doors
25,000
25,000
Paver Replacement
CL -11-003
n/a
60,000
Upstairs Restroom Remodel
20,000
20,000
Centennial Lakes Park Total
220,000
47,000
82,000
45,000
394,000
Construction Fund
220,000
47,000
82,000
45,000
394,000
Centennial Lakes Park Total
220,000
47,000
82,000
45,000
394,000
Edinborough Park
Replaster Pool
EP -00-017
n/a
70,000
70,000
Replace Carpeting
EP -06-007
n/a
12,000
12,000
Security Camera System
EP -08-007
n/a
12,000
12,000
Soft Play for Great Hall
EP -08-011
n/a
40,000
40,000
Pool and Wall Tile
EP -08-021
n/a
80,000
80,000
Lift to Birthday Party Area
EP -09-014
n/a
40,000
40,000
Track Floor
EP -09-015
n/a
65,000
65,000
Concrete repairs
EP -09-016
n/a
125,000
125,000
Adventure Peak Remodel
EP -09-021
n/a
25,000
25,000
North Sidewalk
EP -10-011
n/a
30,000
30,000
Track Air Conditioning
EP -11-005
n/a
65,000
65,000
Adventure Peak Wave Slide
EP -11-006
n/a
25,000
25,000
Exterior Entryway Doors
EP -11-007
n/a
80,000
80,000
Interior Entryway Doors
EP -11-008
n/a
60,000
60,000
Upstairs Restroom Remodel
EP -11-009
n/a
30,000
30,000
Adventure Peak Renovation
EP -11-010
n/a
30,000
30,000
Lighting retrofit
EP -12-001
n/a
35,000
35,000
Pool Boiler
EP -12-002
n/a
12,000
12,000
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Department
Project# Priority
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
Total
Park Boiler
EP-12-003
n/a
25,000
25,000
Pond and Waterfall Renovation
EP-12-004
n/a
20,000
20,000
Edinborough Park Total
200,000
215,000
174,000
162,000
130,000
881,000
Construction Fund
200,000
215,000
174,000
162,000
130,000
881,000
Edinborough Park Total
200,000
215,000
174,000
162,000
130,000
881,000
(Golf Course
Golf Dome: Building Replacement
GC-11-003
n/a
460,000
460,000
Braemar: Maintenance Equipment
GC-12-001
n/a
135,000
145,000
155,000
155,000
0
590,000
Braemar: Miscellaneous Equipment
GC-12-002
n/a
40,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
190,000
Golf Course Total
635,000
195,000
205,000
205,000
0
1,240,000
Golf Course Fund
635,000
195,000
205,000
205,000
1,240,000
Golf Course Total
635,000
195,000
205,000
205,000
1,240,000
Grand Total
2,020,000
624,800
683,000
542,000
590,000
4,459,800
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Arden Park: Replace warming house/shelter building $650,000
Highlands Park: Replace warming house/shelter building $650,000
Highlands Park: New pathway $500,000
Strachauer Park: Replace warming house/shelter building $650,000
Countryside Park: New outdoor hockey rink $60,000
Countryside Park: New warming house/shelter building $650,000
Countryside Park: Upgrade west baseball field $250,000
Pamela Park: Renovate/expand warming house $420,000
Unsupervised skate park $60,000
Tennis court lighting $10,000
Tennis court bang -boards $7,500
Additional landscaping (trees & shrubs) $400,000
TOTAL $4,307,500
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Business -----Original Message -----
From: Felix Pronove[mailto:felixpronove@comcast.net]
Sent: Tuesday, August 09, 20112:22 PM
To: John Keprios
Cc: keeya.steel@yahoo.com; randyameyer@aol.com; ausdummer@gmail.com; wel2two@gmail.com;
danlnan@aol.com; david.deeds@gmail.com; ellen.jones@mac.com; clarencebeeks@hotmail.com;
Imsegreto@msn.com; morethanthislife@yahoo.com; tfronek@yahoo.com
Subject: Park Board meeting tonight
Hello Mr. Keprios and fellow Park Board members,
Unfortunately I cannot make it to the Park Board meeting tonight.
However, I have read the packet and thought I might share my observations from the viewpoint of a
student.
Working groups - I think working groups on naming rights and user fees sound like a good idea.
About the Sports Dome idea - I know that as a high school student who likes to golf, play baseball, and
play Ultimate Frisbee, that it is very hard to find field space in the spring (and winter, but it is
definitely noticeable in March and April). The unpredictable
condition of outdoor fields has meant that seasons get delayed, and a
lot of practices and games are cancelled. It is very frustrating for
spring sports participants. So having a domed facility would
probably mean more time playing time for students in the spring.
One option I hope will be considered is combining the existing golf dome with a covered field.
About Capital Improvements and my experience as a high school student this year with Edina park
facilities:
I only visited the pool once, but I believe a lot of high school kids would visit the pool to use a flowrider
while enjoying the pool.
A lot of high school students use the frisbee golf course at Rosland.
High school students use playground equipment to play night games like Blind Man's Bluff.
High school students use the mini golf course at Centennial Lakes, but the price is kind of high. I also did
not think the greens were in bad shape.
can see that an additional restroom at Centennial Lakes would be nice.
High school students love the free movies in the park on Thursdays.
As an 18 year old, I golfed a lot at Braemar this summer because the youth fee includes 18 year olds, and
that made it cheaper than other public courses.
A lot of my friends got jobs working for city parks this winter and summer and I know many of them are
very grateful that the city helps so many kids get good local jobs.
I very much enjoyed serving on the Park Board this year and I am proud to live in a city that has such a
great park system.
Thank you,
Felix Pronove
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M E E T I N G
May 19, 2011
M I N U T E 5
PURPOSE: Edina Baseball Association /American Legion State Tournament 2013
DATE/TIME: April 4, 2011 @ 8:00 am
LDCATIDN: Edina City Hall, Edina, MN
ATTENDING: Vince Cockreil, John Keprios, Ed Macholda (City of Edina)
Brad Burley, Mike Theis (Edina Baseball Association)
John Labosky
Robert Rothman (AECOM Ellerbe Becket)
PRDJKT: Renovation of Braemar Park/ Garden Park baseball fields
L The Edina Baseball Association (EBA) was selected to host the American Legion
State Tournament in 2013 at Braemar Park.
2. Eden Prairie is hosting the 2011 American Legion State Tournament, and the
Braemar Legion fields will be used on the first day of the tournament.
3. A number of ideas were mentioned as possible upgrades to be made at Braemar to
get the park tournament ready:
a. Park entry — desire for a more aesthetic and grand entry.
b. Install ticket booth at the entry for control of admissions.
c. More handicapped parking/access required. Ability to transport seniors
down the hill.
d. Provide safety netting for spectators.
e. Add Edina Baseball history features to concession stand — Edina Baseball
Shrinc.
4. A number of ideas were mentioned as possible upgrades to be made at Bracmar to
get the baseball fields tournament ready:
a. Field 1: current Legion field
i. Install new/improved lighting.
ii. Extend home dugout roof (3`d base) to provide cover for
announcers.
b. Field 2:
i. Possible addition of tall Icft field wall for safety of players and
spectators near the batting cages.
C. Field 3: this would be the primary field used for the tournament.
i. Expand grass infield for 90' bases.
ii. Increase fences to 330' at the foul poles and 375' to center.
iii. Provide hillside seating.
iv. Provide scoreboard.
v. Install lighting.
Edina Baseball Association
May 17, 2011
vi. Upgrade sound system.
vii. Increase spectator searing between first base and third base.
d. Field 4:
i. No improvements
5. After visiting the fields, expanding field 3 to 330' at the right field foul pole is
probably not feasible due to the location of the service road. There is no room to
move the road west to allow the field to expand. In lieu of that option, a tall right
field wall / scoreboard could be built... think "green monster".
6. Increasing the distance to the outfield fences on field 3 will require extensive
excavation into the hill with retaining walls.
7. The expansion of field 3 would provide much greater opportunities for Babe Ruth
/ High School / Legion teams but would there be any reduced field capacity for
younger players? Mike Theis will provide Park and Recreation officials with a
summary of current EBA teams, number of games played and field size
requirements.
8. A number of ideas were also mentioned as possible upgrades to be made at Garden
Park:
a. Install dugouts.
b. Install batting cages.
4. There are currently bad subsoils at Garden Park that do not allow the field to drain
properly. This issue will need to be addressed.
10. It may be helpful to visit other Twin Cities baseball fields to better understand the
current competition and generate ideas for facility improvements. (e.g.,
Minnetonka provisions for handicapped spectators from their parking lot)
11. The concept design for facilities improvements including construction costs and
schedules will be reviewed by the meeting participants and the EBA Board. The
broader public will need to be educated on the need for facility improvements and
a strong consensus reached to support a call to action for a public / private
partnership to raise the needed funds for facility enhancements. Recognize that
this project may be competing with other local projects for funding support.
These notes constitute the writer's understanding of items discussed, decisions
reached and actions required; please contact the writer within three business days with
any corrections.
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3a Park Entry Enhancements 0.00
Landscape, Hardscape, &Signage Upgrades 0.00 014,400
192 sf 75.00
3b INew Ticket Boo0.00 0
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3c Handicapped 320 sy 4,480
New gravel entry road - 240'x 12' 249 sy 18.00
New gravel parking lot ( 40' x 56') g ea 150.00 1,200
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New wiring & switchgear1 allow 2,500.00 2,500
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20,000
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Howard Merriam, ASLA
Director of Resource and Park Planning
City of Northfield
801 Washington Street
Northfield, MN 55057
(507) 645-3002
Dear Howard,
It is with great pleasure that I am sending you this completed Natural Resource Inventory
for the City of Northfield and the associated Urban Expansion Area.
The citizens and city leaders of Northfield have some very good natural resources in the
community. As the City moves forward, there will be many opportunities to apply the
information in this Natural Resources Inventory. It can provide a solid foundation for the
proactively managing for sustainable growth as the city grows, help with the creation of
alternate development strategies, identify priority areas for conservation, and more. Most
importantly, however, is its potential to help Northfield retain the character that has made
it such an attractive, appealing place to live for the past 150 years.
On behalf of all of us at Bonestroo Natural Resources who worked on this project, thank
you for the opportunity to assist you on this project. We wish you well on the successful
application of the natural resource data. I have truly enjoyed the opportunity to work with
you on this project and look forward to visiting Northfield as the city moves forward.
Sincerely,
BONESTROO, ROSENE, ANDERLIK, AND ASSOCIATES
Elizabeth Gould
Project Ecologist
• St. Paul, St. Cloud, Rochester, MN ■ Milwaukee, WI ■ Chicago, IL
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and Employee Owned
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Executive Summary
The Northfield Natural Resource Inventory (NRI) was undertaken in
response to the significant growth and development pressures that the city is
facing as the Twin Cities metropolitan area expands and outlying areas
develop. City and staff recognized that effective planning considers all of the
resources of the community, including natural areas and open space, and
successfully balances growth with the preservation of key natural resources,
and moved proactively to conduct the NRI. This inventory was designed to
assess the natural areas and open space areas within the project area in order
to help guide current and future planning efforts.
In February 2005, the City of Northfield retained Bonestroo Natural
Resources (Bonestroo and Associates) to complete Minnesota Land Cover
Classification System (MLCCS) Mapping and a Natural Resource Inventory
(NRI) on all lands within the city and Urban Expansion Area (collectively
referred to as the "Project Area"). In addition to completing the MLCCS
mapping and natural resources inventory, the project goals also included a
brief review of the streams within the project area, assessment of wildlife
habitat, and identification of any rare or unique features.
Fieldwork began in June 2005, with a detailed inventory of the Hauberg
Woods area. The bulk of the fieldwork was completed in July and August
2005, after the completion of landowner notification.
In all, 10,207 acres were mapped, representing 79 different cover types
ranging from impervious surfaces with pavement and buildings to a rare,
high quality rich fen (a type of wetland) community. Of these 10,207 acres,
3,758 acres were mapped as containing some amount of impervious surface,
750 acres as maintained areas (mainly lawn and park areas), and 3736 acres
as cropland. The remaining 1963 acres were mapped as open space,
including remnant natural communities such as oak forests, and semi -natural
areas such as retired pastures, early successional wooded communities and
altered forests.
High quality natural areas and unique features occur throughout the project
area, but are concentrated along the stream and river corridors. The best
quality natural areas documented in this study include:
Rich fen at Hauberg Woods (also listed as a unique feature)
•
• High quality floodplain forests along the Cannon River
• Good quality maple -basswood and oak forests along the stream
corridors, especially Heath Creek
Some of the unique features noted include:
• Rich fen at Hauberg Woods
• Spring Brook (This site is of regional significance, as it is the only
Trout Stream in Rice County, and is an uncommon resource type in
southern Minnesota)
• Limestone Cliffs along Heath Creek
• Numerous scenic overlooks along the stream corridors and in some
outlying areas
• Cannon River (which is itself a state Wild and Scenic River)
Finally, another category of interest is areas where there is a concentration of
natural areas and/or open space. These areas are of high value ecologically,
provide excellent wildlife habitat, and have potential to create recreation
opportunities. Within the project area, these areas are defined in two ways:
one, by the stream and river corridors of Heath Creek, Spring Brook, Spring
Creek, and the Cannon River. Second, the campuses of St Olaf and Carleton
Colleges also support important concentrations of open space, which have
high ecological value due both to their overall size and the significant efforts
that the colleges are making to restore and manage existing native habitat.
IV
As the City moves forward, there are many opportunities to apply the
information from this NRI. First and foremost, it provides foundation
information for managing sustainable growth in Northfield. Incorporating
this information into the planning process can help prioritize areas where
conservation, alternative development strategies, conventional development,
or other approaches may be appropriate. Two specific tools include using the
data as the foundation for developing a greenways corridor system, and
incorporating the information into local ordinance. Other options are
available as well.
These and other tactics are becoming increasingly successful as communities
around the country recognize the many aesthetic, ecological, and economic
benefits of a smart -growth approach.
In addition to these benefits, however, natural areas are an important part of
providing identity to the places we live. They contribute to the quality of
life, and provide a sense of place for each of us. The information collected in
this NRI will be an important part of understanding what activities and land
uses the landscape can support, while preserving natural areas that define the
landscape for Northfield residents.