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2017-07-11 Parks & Rec Comm Packet
Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. Minutes City Of Edina, Minnesota Edina Parks & Recreation Commission Pamela Park Tuesday, June 13, 2017 5:30 p.m. I. Dinner II. Park Tour III. Call To Order Chair McCormick called the meeting to order at 6:58 p.m. IV. Roll Call Answering roll call were Commissioners Burke, Dahlien, Gieseke, Good, McAwley, McCormick, Miller, Nelson, Strother and Student Commissioners Hulbert and Gustafson. Commissioner Willett arrived at 7:15 p.m. Staff present: Staff Liaison Ann Kattreh, Assistant Parks & Recreation Director Susan Faus and Administrative Coordinator Janet Canton V. Approval Of Meeting Agenda Motion made by Nelson to approve the meeting agenda. Motion seconded by Gieseke. Motion carried. VI. Approval Of Meeting Minutes Motion made by Miller to approve the May 9, 2017 minutes. Motion seconded by Dahlien. Motion carried. VII. Community Comment Rick Swanson, 4500 Hibiscus Ave., is concerned about parking and the flow of traffic at Fred Richards Park; the city needs to re-evaluate what they are doing. Kristine Swanson, 4500 Hibiscus Ave., echoes what Rick Swanson said. Her fear is that Fred Richards Park will start to look like what Pamela Park looks like tonight. Greg Steel, 4401 Parklawn Ave., is concerned about the contemplating of more athletic fields as well as the traffic. He also thinks it’s financially irresponsible to put in new athletic fields if they are currently having problems with drainage and deteriorating of existing athletic fields and facilities. It would be more financially responsible to fix the problems that exist rather than create new ones. Susan, 4401 Parklawn Ave., was at the most recent open house regarding Fred Richards Park and it concerned her that one of the slides during the presentation indicated that the lights will go off at 10 p.m. at the athletic field. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. John, 4401 Parklawn Ave., is concerned about the traffic. He also thinks the athletic fields are a bad idea; they should be utilizing all of the existing parks. He is also concerned that kids would have to cross a street to get to the athletic fields which is very dangerous and it would just be a matter of time before someone gets hit. Resident, concerned about the noise from the soccer teams and how it will affect their apartment. Steven Curry, 7411 Kellogg Ave., informed the Parks & Recreation Commission that a petition is going to be presented to the City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission asking that the space be left an open space and not a soccer field or any type of athletic field. In addition, they are all concerned about traffic. They want to include the entire community rather than just be used for soccer. They want to see it remain an open area where kids can play without any sort of schedule. VIII. Reports/Recommendations A. Strategic Plan Overview and Discussion Commissioner Good led a discussion on the Strategic Plan and discussed with the commissioners how they can turn the Strategic Plan into action by making it part of their 2018 Work Plan. B. Budget and CIP Process Staff Liaison Kattreh gave a presentation and went through the process the city uses for the budget and capital improvement plan. Commissioners asked questions and had a discussion. C. Friends of the Parks Initiative Chair McCormick shared information with the commission regarding the Minneapolis Park Board’s “People for Parks” which is a non-profit organization. D. Funding Ideas – 2018 Work Plan The Parks & Recreation Commission discussed different fundraising ideas. The commission is going to start to investigate different fundraisers they may be able to do as part of the 2018 Work Plan. E. 2017 Work Plan Review The commission reviewed the 2017 Work Plan and discussed what they may want to consider in their 2018 Work Plan. • Fred Richards Park (depending on where it goes) • Continue with the Braemar Master Plan • Arden Park (depending on where it goes) • Weber Woods F. 2018 Work Plan Brainstorming The commission broke off into three groups of four commissioners to brainstorm different possibilities for the 2018 Work Plan. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. The 2018 Work Plan will be on the July agenda to fine tune it and make it a manageable work plan for next year. The work plan will be finalized at the August meeting. G. Park Visits There was a discussion with regards to sending out thank-you notes on behalf of the Parks & Recreation Commission to those people who are part of the adopt-a-park program. A thank- you letter will be drafted by Chair McCormick and the commission will fine tune it at their next Parks & Recreation Commission meeting. IX. City Council Updates and Correspondence A. City Council Updates May 16 and June 6, 2017 Chair McCormick acknowledged the commission’s receipt of the City Council updates. B. Correspondence Chair McCormick acknowledged the commission’s receipt of correspondence through June 13, 2017. X. Chair and Member Comments Commissioner Nelson asked staff to let the commission know what it is they can help staff with such as communicating and sharing what’s going on in the community. Commissioner Miller stated he saw people spraying the restoration native planting area at Braemar Park and was confused because he thought there was no spraying of chemicals in that area. Staff Liaison Kattreh explained the city has a contract with a company called Prairie Restoration and they were eradicating the invasive species that were there. XI. Staff Comments Staff Liaison Kattreh gave the following updates: • A new Recreation Supervisor has been hired: Tiffany Hoffmann, she will start on June 26. • There has been a slight delay in the Arden Park project after a media uproar; the City Council asked the Watershed District to have another meeting, which is tonight at 7 p.m., to state concerns. The item will now be on the July 18 City Council agenda. • There was a glitch at the Aquatic Center; the new play structure had a pipe break. However, they hope to have it open by Friday. • The City Council will be providing feedback at the June 20 work session regarding Fred Richards Park. • There was a kick-off meeting with the consulting team to set the schedule for the Braemar Master Plan project. • The construction at Braemar Golf Course is going very well. • The Tom Collins family is going to be donating a Lucy and Woodstock sculpture to Braemar Arena that will be signed by Dorothy Hamill. • A sculpture was recently stolen from Centennial Lakes, XII. Adjournment Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Click here to enter a date. Motion made by Dahlien to adjourn the June 13, 2017 meeting at 9:35 p.m. Motion seconded by Good. Motion carried. FRED RICHARDS PARKPublic Open House #4May 22nd, 20176:30 PMEdina Public WorksFRED RICHARDS NATURE + PLAYECOLOGY PARK PROJECT TIMELINE COMMUNITY INPUT SUMMARY [ 4 OPEN HOUSE EVENTS, 200+ ATTENDEES] [ONLINE ENGAGEMENT, 1300+ RESPONDENTS]RANKING PRIORITIES [FROM THE OPEN HOUSES]:O.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE NATURE AS A TOP PRIORITY29%O.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE MOVING AS A TOP PRIORITY26%O.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE RESTING AS A TOP PRIORITY14%• FOREST RESTORATION• HEALTHY WETLANDS• NATURAL PRAIRIE• WILDLIFE HABITATS• NATIVE GARDENS• RAIN GARDENS• POLLINATOR GARDENS• RUNNING• WALKING• BIKING• SKIING• SKIJORING• SNOWSHOEING• CANOEING/KAYAKING• SKATING• TRAIL HEAD• SITTING• RECLINING• LOUNGING• OBSERVING• MEDITATING• ART OBSERVATION• SILENCEO.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE PLAYING AS A TOP PRIORITY10%O.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE SPORTING AS ATOP PRIORITY6%O.H. RESPONDENTSCHOOSE LEARNING AS ATOP PRIORITY6%• SLEDDING • SWINGING• CLIMBING• PLAYGROUNDS• OPEN LAWN • LAWN GAMES• TABLE GAMES • BASKETBALL COURT• TENNIS COURT• VOLLEYBALL PIT• BOCCE COURT • ICE SKATING• SPLASH PAD• NATURAL SWIMMING • INTERACTIVE WATER • MULTI-USE FIELD• LACROSSE• SOCCER• FOOTBALL• BASEBALL• SOFTBALL• CRICKET• ULTIMATE FRISBEE• RUGBY• HOCKEY• INTERPRETIVE TRAILS• OUTDOOR CLASSROOMS• COMMUNITY GARDENS• NATURE CENTER• NATURE PROGRAMMING• RECREATION PROGRAMMING NATURE MOVING RESTING PLAYING SPORTING LEARNING GATHERING[ 5%] DINING[2.5%] PRIVATE EVENTS [1.2%] COMMUNITY EVENTS [>1%]13245678910WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE AT FRED RICHARDS? [FROM THE SURVEY]:FIELD SPORTSWINTER ACTIVITIESFLEXIBLE OPEN LAWNSOCCERNONE - NO ATHLETIC FIELDSLACROSSEULTIMATE FRISBEEBASEBALL FOOTBALLSOFTBALLCRICKETOTHERCROSS-COUNTRY SKIINGSNOWSHOEINGSLEDDINGICE SKATINGHOCKEYFAT TIRE BIKINGSKIJORINGOTHERNATURE PLAYADVENTURE PLAY/ROPES COURSETRADITIONAL PLAYGROUNDNATURAL SWIMMING POOLSPLASHPAD/WATER PLAYOTHERPLAYCAFE/RESTAURANTOUTDOOR FIREPITEVENT RENTAL FACILITYBEER GARDENNINE-MILE CREEK TRAIL HEADCONCESSIONSCOMMUNITY MEETING SPACEFOOD TRUCKSNATURE CENTEROUTDOOR PIZZA OVENCATERING KITCHENOTHERCLUBHOUSEPICNIC / GROUP SHELTERSPICNIC TABLES & GRILLSOUTDOOR FITNESS TRAIL/EQUIPMENTNATURAL AREAS/RAIN GARDENSCAFES/FOOD VENDORSOUTDOOR PERFORMANCE SPACECANOE/KAYAK RENTALSLAWN GAMES/BOCCE BALLCOMMUNITY GARDENSSWINGS/HAMMOCKSNATURE OBSERVATION/BIRD WATCHINGWIRELESS INTERNET IN PARKDOG PARKPUBLIC ARTCLIMBING/BOULDERING WALLSAND VOLLEYBALL COURTSDISC GOLFBASKETBALL COURTSCOMMUNITY ORCHARDPICKLEBALL COURTSENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONARCHERY RANGEOUTDOOR PING-PONGNON-MOTORIZED MODEL SAILBOATSSKATEBOARD FACILITIESGAGA BALL PITBMX FACILITIESOTHERACTIVITES• GOLF• DISC GOLF• BADMINTON• CROQUET• FOOTGOLF• INFORMAL GATHERING SPACE• ADAPTIVE SOCCER FIELDS • NO ARTIFICIAL TURF• LAWN BOWLINGOTHER : • WALKING PATHS• CURLING• NORDIC SKIING• ICE CARVING• SNOWBALL WAR ZONE• WINTER CARNIVAL• NOTHING - LEAVE NATURAL• BROOMBALLOTHER : • FORT BUIDLING• TREE HOUSE• ROCK CLIMBING• SENIOR PLAYGROUND• MINI GOLF• DOG PARK• MAN-MADE POND• GIANT SLIDES• UNSTRUCTURED PLAYOTHER : • RECYCLING CENTER DROPOFF• WARMING HOUSE• RESTROOMS• REC ROOM• INDOOR GAMES• PARTY ROOM• SPACE FOR CLASSES• OUTSIDE VENDOR/RESTAURANT• EQUIPTMENT RENTALOTHER : • TENNIS • GOLF• DISC GOLF• BIKE RIDING COURSE FOR KIDS• MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS• MOVIES IN THE PARK• HARD COURT VOLLEYBALL• DOG PARK• HIKING/BIKING TRAILS• LOTS OF TREESOTHER : TOP FIELD SPORTS : TOP WINTER ACTIVITES: TOP PLAY IDEAS : TOP CLUBHOUSE IDEAS : TOP ACTIVITIES : What would help you THRIVE?What would help you feel SAFE?What would help you CONNECT with your neighbors in a meaningful way?OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS [FROM THE SURVEY]: SITE COSTBUILDING COSTSENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITFLOOD MITIGATIONTRAFFIC/PARKING NEEDABCCCCGDEFHItrailhead building focusAwater sport learningBnature play podsCBoardwalksDwildlife blindsEwinter ice skating trailFfitness trail - stationsGbike skills loop - kidsHStormwater StreamIWater connectionsJJPathways to play + rest+ communityathletic field + bike skills area encourage movementwater/ ice trail pathways - learning water sports & skatingnine mile creek trail head in buildingmaximize environmental + human healthCONCEPT A wetland hUmmocks central moundneighborhoodplaygroundselective screeningregional trailstormwater wetlandfield sportsentry drivePEDESTRIAN ACCESSENVIRONMENTAL EXPERIENCE / EDUCATIONMAXIMIZE ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS INTEGRATE TECHNOLOGY + NATUREWETLAND AND UPLAND RESTORATIONREUSE THE EXISTING BUILDING AS NATURE CENTERSITE COSTBUILDING COSTSENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITFLOOD MITIGATIONTRAFFIC/PARKING NEEDWILDLIFE OVERLOOKIOUTDOOR GATHERING AREAJWETLAND CELLSAVIEWING TOWERBPLAY AREACGREAT LAWNDWATER ACCESSENATIVE PRAIRIEFBOARDWALKGCLIMBING TREE ARTHCONCEPT BABDHCEFGJ RESTORED PRAIRIE REGIONAL TRAIL PARKWAY (WITH ON STREET PARKING)SHARED PARKINGNATURE NATURE UURURURRRCENTERCENTERTEEETTETEEEETENTRY DRIVE IPEDESTRIAN ACCESSPARK ENTRY FEATURESITE COSTBUILDING COSTSENVIRONMENTAL BENEFITFLOOD MITIGATIONTRAFFIC/PARKING NEEDABCCDEFFGHIGEOMETRIC FORMED WETLANDSAPARK PAVILLIONBPARKWAYCSLEDDING HILLDDOG PARKEADVENTURE / NATURE PLAYFCREATIVE LOUNGEGRESTING/VIEWING AREASHSCULPTURE / ARTIINTERACTIVE WATER PLAYJJVARIETY OF PARK ACTIVITIESFOCUS ON MORE CENTRALIZED GATHERINGBUILDING SUPPORTS EVENTSA CENTRALIZED WETLAND FEATURESTRONG PARKWAY CONNECTION AND ENTRYFOCUS ON NATURE AND THE RESTORED WETLANDSCONCEPT C DRUMLINSFIELD SPORTSSELECTIVE SCREENINGREGIONAL TRAILENTRY DRIVEEVENT EVENTEVENT EVENTECENTERCENTERCENTERCENTERRCENTERCRCENTECERRCENTERCENTEERRERCERNEIGHBORHOODPLAYGROUNDPEDESTRIAN ACCESSOPEN WATER WETLANDTesting Concepts Beginning Chapters.THE FRED RICHARDS STORY THE FRED RICHARDS STORY THE FRED RICHARDS STORY THE FRED RICHARDS STORY - WRITING THE NEXT CHAPTERMAJOR THEMESCreate Pathways for Play + Healthmoving, resting, and exploring in a natural environment will create a healthier communityRestore Nature’s Roleecosystem services are a critical part of the city’s infrastructure that will be re-storedInvite the Whole Communityproviding year-round access, activities, and spaces for all of edina’s residents to build community and pride ecosystem services are a critical part of the city’s infrastructure that will be re-storedRESTORE NATURE’S ROLEkeep valuable soils on-sitecreate storage & separationintensify wetland’s functions Ecosystem services are a critical part of the city’s infrastructure that will be re-stored.EcinTRAILPROPERTY LINEEMERGENT MARSH WET MEADOWWET MEADOWUPLAND BUFFERRESTORED WETLANDRESTORE NATURE’S ROLE - ECOSYSTEM SERVICESWater Quality Wildlife HabitatFlood ProtectionCarbon SequestrationBiodiverstiyAir Purifica-tion Create Pathways for Play + Healthmoving, resting, and exploring in a natural environment will create a healthier communityRestore Nature’s Roleecosystem services are a critical part of thecity’s infrastructure that will be re-storedInvite the Whole Communityproviding year-round access, activities, and spaces for all of edina’s residents to buildcommunity and prideMajor ThemesCREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTH CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHpollinator CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHcontemplate CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHhabitat CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHwater CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHtraditional play CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHwoodland CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHtrail/bike skills“I’m so happy that my kids have a playground so close to home.” -Astur, age 37winter exploration CREATE PATHWAYS FOR PLAY + HEALTHwinter exploration“I’m so happy that my kids have a playground so close to home.” -Astur, age 37 Create Pathways for Play + Healthmoving, resting, and exploring in a natural environment will create a healthier communityRestore Nature’s Roleecosystem services are a critical part of thecity’s infrastructure that will be re-storedInvite the Whole Communityproviding year-round access, activities, and spaces for all of edina’s residents to build community and pride Major ThemesINVITE THE WHOLDE COMMUNITY W 77th StHwy 1 00 Nine- Mil e Cre e kParklawn AveW 76th StFrance Ave S260+ stalls100 + stalls 8 stalls123123INVITE THE WHOLE COMMUNITY INVITE THE WHOLE COMMUNITY INVITE THE WHOLE COMMUNITY - A TYPICAL DAY AT THE PARK Create Pathways for Play + HealthRestore Nature’s RoleEcosystem services are a critical part of the city’s infrastructure that will be re-stored.Invite the Whole CommunityProviding year-round access, activities, and spaces for all of edina’s residents to build community and pride. Major nature bankthe Great Lawnthe loopneighborhood parkcentral greenPARK MASTER PLAN THE NATURE BANKpollinator gardenisland bridgeoutdoor classroomwetland restorationwater playnine mile creek trailboardwalk + seatingstone stepperswildlife blindnature play screening techniquesgrade changeberming/landscapingwetland separation123THE NATURE BANK sculpture/ artnative prairie gardengarden seat-ingrolling walk-ing trailTHE LOOP THE LOOP the Great Lawnthe hill picnic shelterneighborhood playgroundDrop-offEast-West AccessGREAT LAWN + NEIGHBORHOOD PARK The Great Lawn serves as a flexible recreational space for a variety of ac-tivities. Below are just some of the field arrangements for different activi-ties:Adult Soccer (360’ x 260’)Youth Soccer (150’ x 120’)Ultimate Frisbee (360’ x 120’)Lacrosse (330’ x 189’)Special Event Open/ UnprogrammedGREAT LAWN + NEIGHBORHOOD PARK rec “room”small stage/ yoga deckHammock groveunique play-groundbasketballthe Clubhousepickleballswingslawn gamesthe Front LawnCENTRAL GREEN CENTRAL GREEN + CLUBHOUSE CENTRAL GREEN FRED RICHARDS PARKTHANK YOU FOR COMING!Visit the Website www.EdinaMN.gov/fredrichardspark Page 1 of 2Revisions# Date CommentsScale:Drawn By:Checked By:Date:5/22/2017Soccer Fields version3Scale: 1 inch= 40 Ft.FULLSIZEDSOCCER225' x 360'50' Min / 60' Opt. Between Fields60' Min / 90' Opt. 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Page 2 of 2Revisions# Date CommentsScale:Drawn By:Checked By:Date:5/22/2017Soccer Fields version3Luminaire ScheduleProject: JTH ProjectSymbolQtyLabelArrangementCalculation SummaryTotal Lamp LumensLLFDescriptionProject: JTH ProjectLabelCalcTypeUnitsAvgMaxMinAvg/MinMax/MinField_Top_1IlluminanceFc0.652.00.0N.A.N.A.Perimeter of fields_PlanarIlluminanceFc0.020.10.0N.A.14DSINGLEN.A.0.900LBX HO-120-35K-NF-NON.A. Fred Richards Community Engagement LogTypeDateLocationNotesProject Website Developed01-Sep-16 NAwww.EdinaMN.gov/fredrichardsparkConsultant Interview Team01-Sep-16 City Hall Interview team was staff, Park Board, 3 business and 3 resident stakeholdersSpeak Up Edina!30-Sep-16 NA Closed 11/4/16.Website Updated01-Nov-16 NA Updated after Consultant was approved.Comment Cards01-Dec-16 Parklawn Neighborhood Comment cards for condo associations and apartment complexes in ParklawnPark Board Meeting13-Dec-16 Braemar Golf Course Presentation to Park Board.City Council Meeting04-Jan-17 City Hall City Council Work Session PresentationWebsite Updated06-Jan-17 NA Added Community MeetingsMeeting Notice Letter06-Jan-17 SE Quadrant of Edina Project information and notice of community meetings. 4,118 letters mailed.Survey06-Jan-17 Survey Monkey Residents who could not make it to community meeting. Closes 2/13/17.Social Media11-Jan-17 NA Notice of Community Meetings (Next Door, FB, Twitter, Press Release12-Jan-17 NA Announcing community meetings and project websiteStakeholder Meeting17-Jan-17 City Hall The Link and Economic DevelopmentStakeholder Meeting17-Jan-17 City Hall Three Rivers Park District and Nine Mile Creek Watershed DistrictStakeholder Meeting17-Jan-17 City Hall Athletic AssociationsCommunity Meeting Flyer25-Jan-17 NA Poster advertising March community meeting hung around town.Community Meeting26-Jan-17 Cedars of Edina Apartment/Condos in Parklawn Neighborhood - Information GatheringHigh School Students01-Feb-17 Edina High School Classroom activityCommunity Meeting06-Feb-17 Cornelia Elementary North Neighborhoods - Information GatheringCity Extra23-Feb-17 Subscription List Reminder email about community meeting to 1,474 subscribersNext Door Neighborhoods23-Feb-17Neighborhoods Around Fred Richards1,287 residents with Next Door accounts in 7 neighborhoods.Next Door & FB24-Feb-17 NA Over 10,000 residents on Next Door and 0ver 8,000 on FB.Community Meeting02-Mar-17 Edina Public Works All - Preliminary Design Options Will Be PresentedWebsite Updated03-Mar-17 NA Added Presentation and survey from 3/2 Open House - 3 DRAFT ConceptsPark Board Meeting14-Mar-17 City Hall Prelinary Design Options Presented and DiscussedPB Committee Meeting15-Mar-17 City Hall Work on narrowing DRAFT concepts from 3 to 1Park Board Meeting04-Apr-17 City Hall Joint Work SessionCity Council Meeting04-Apr-17 City Hall Joint Work SessionNext Door & FB15-May-17 NA Over 10,000 residents on Next Door and 0ver 8,000 on FB. Website Updated22-May-17 NA Added Presentation and survey for 5/22 Open House Community Meeting22-May-17 Edina Public Works Draft Concept ReviewWebsite Survey Closed09-Jun-17 NA 46 Online Surveys CompletedCity Council Meeting20-Jun-17 City Hall Master Plan Review - Final OptionPark Board Meeting11-Jul-17 City Hall Final Master Plan RecommendationCity Council Meeting18-Jul-17 City Hall Final Master Plan Approval PUBLIC INPUT DISCOVERY [ 4 OPEN HOUSE EVENTS, 200+ ATTENDEES] [ONLINE ENGAGEMENT, 1300+ RESPONDENTS] RANKING PRIORITIES [FROM THE OPEN HOUSES]: O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE NATURE AS A TOP PRIORITY29%O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE MOVING AS A TOP PRIORITY26%O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE RESTING AS A TOP PRIORITY14% • FOREST RESTORATION • HEALTHY WETLANDS • NATURAL PRAIRIE • WILDLIFE HABITATS • NATIVE GARDENS • RAIN GARDENS • POLLINATOR GARDENS • RUNNING • WALKING • BIKING • SKIING • SKIJORING • SNOWSHOEING • CANOEING/KAYAKING • SKATING • TRAIL HEAD • SITTING • RECLINING • LOUNGING • OBSERVING • MEDITATING • ART OBSERVATION • SILENCE O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE PLAYING AS A TOP PRIORITY10%O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE SPORTING AS A TOP PRIORITY6%O.H. RESPONDENTS CHOOSE LEARNING AS A TOP PRIORITY6% • SLEDDING • SWINGING • CLIMBING • PLAYGROUNDS • OPEN LAWN • LAWN GAMES • TABLE GAMES • BASKETBALL COURT • TENNIS COURT • VOLLEYBALL PIT • BOCCE COURT • ICE SKATING • SPLASH PAD • NATURAL SWIMMING • INTERACTIVE WATER • MULTI-USE FIELD • LACROSSE • SOCCER • FOOTBALL • BASEBALL • SOFTBALL • CRICKET • ULTIMATE FRISBEE • RUGBY • HOCKEY • INTERPRETIVE TRAILS • OUTDOOR CLASSROOMS • COMMUNITY GARDENS • NATURE CENTER • NATURE PROGRAMMING • RECREATION PROGRAMMING NATURE MOVING RESTING PLAYING SPORTING LEARNING GATHERING [ 5%] DINING [2.5%] PRIVATE EVENTS [1.2%] COMMUNITY EVENTS [>1%] 1 32 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE AT FRED RICHARDS? [FROM THE SURVEY]: FIELD SPORTS WINTER ACTIVITIES FLEXIBLE OPEN LAWN SOCCER NONE - NO ATHLETIC FIELDS LACROSSE ULTIMATE FRISBEE BASEBALL FOOTBALL SOFTBALL CRICKET OTHER CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING SNOWSHOEING SLEDDING ICE SKATING HOCKEY FAT TIRE BIKING SKIJORING OTHER NATURE PLAY ADVENTURE PLAY/ROPES COURSE TRADITIONAL PLAYGROUND NATURAL SWIMMING POOL SPLASHPAD/WATER PLAY OTHER PLAY CAFE/RESTAURANT OUTDOOR FIREPIT EVENT RENTAL FACILITY BEER GARDEN NINE-MILE CREEK TRAIL HEAD CONCESSIONS COMMUNITY MEETING SPACE FOOD TRUCKS NATURE CENTER OUTDOOR PIZZA OVEN CATERING KITCHEN OTHER CLUBHOUSE 13.8% 8.4% 27.2% 29.7% 30.3% 33.2% 34.2% 37.0% 37.6% 39.0% 43.2% 53.1% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60% PICNIC / GROUP SHELTERS PICNIC TABLES & GRILLS OUTDOOR FITNESS TRAIL/EQUIPMENT NATURAL AREAS/RAIN GARDENS CAFES/FOOD VENDORS OUTDOOR PERFORMANCE SPACE CANOE/KAYAK RENTALS LAWN GAMES/BOCCE BALL COMMUNITY GARDENS SWINGS/HAMMOCKS NATURE OBSERVATION/BIRD WATCHING WIRELESS INTERNET IN PARK DOG PARK PUBLIC ART CLIMBING/BOULDERING WALL SAND VOLLEYBALL COURTS DISC GOLF BASKETBALL COURTS COMMUNITY ORCHARD PICKLEBALL COURTS ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ARCHERY RANGE OUTDOOR PING-PONG NON-MOTORIZED MODEL SAILBOATS SKATEBOARD FACILITIES GAGA BALL PIT BMX FACILITIES OTHER ACTIVITES 11.2% 29.1% 30.8% 32.0% 35.6% 47.0% 53.4% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60% • GOLF • DISC GOLF • BADMINTON • CROQUET • FOOTGOLF • INFORMAL GATHERING SPACE • ADAPTIVE SOCCER FIELDS • NO ARTIFICIAL TURF • LAWN BOWLING OTHER : • WALKING PATHS • CURLING • NORDIC SKIING • ICE CARVING • SNOWBALL WAR ZONE • WINTER CARNIVAL • NOTHING - LEAVE NATURAL • BROOMBALL OTHER : • FORT BUIDLING • TREE HOUSE • ROCK CLIMBING • SENIOR PLAYGROUND • MINI GOLF • DOG PARK • MAN-MADE POND • GIANT SLIDES • UNSTRUCTURED PLAY OTHER : • RECYCLING CENTER DROPOFF • WARMING HOUSE • RESTROOMS • REC ROOM • INDOOR GAMES • PARTY ROOM • SPACE FOR CLASSES • OUTSIDE VENDOR/RESTAURANT • EQUIPTMENT RENTAL OTHER : • TENNIS • GOLF • DISC GOLF • BIKE RIDING COURSE FOR KIDS • MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS • MOVIES IN THE PARK • HARD COURT VOLLEYBALL • DOG PARK • HIKING/BIKING TRAILS • LOTS OF TREES OTHER : 14.9% 6.2% 10.4% 12.3% 13.1% 16.5% 18.8% 28.5% 41.6% 45.0% 0%10%20%30%40%50% TOP FIELD SPORTS : TOP WINTER ACTIVITES: TOP PLAY IDEAS : TOP CLUBHOUSE IDEAS : TOP ACTIVITIES : 11.0% 10.2% 19.0% 23.0% 43.8% 51.3% 53.8% 68.3% 0%10%20%30%40%50%60%70%80% What would help you THRIVE?What would help you feel SAFE? What would help you CONNECT with your neighbors in a meaningful way? OPEN ENDED QUESTIONS [FROM THE SURVEY]: 40.3% 3.3% 7.1% 7.3% 9.9% 13.9% 14.0% 14.8% 15.0% 16.2% 17.6% 19.5% 20.3% 22.8% 23.1% 25.7% 26.1% 26.3% 26.9% 27.4% 27.4% 29.4% 30.6% 33.2% 38.7% 40.2% 42.5% 43.1% 0%5%10%15%20%25%30%35%40%45%50% Tuesday, July 11, 2017 Parks & Recreation Commission Ann Kattreh Parks & Recreation Director Fred Richards Park Master Plan Information / Background: The Fred Richards Park Master Plan process is progressing well and according to schedule. Attached please find the community engagement log, online and open house survey data and final version of the concept plan reflecting feedback from staff, the Parks & Recreation Commission, City Council and the community. Feedback from the Parks & Recreation Commission on March 14 and the Parks & Recreation Commission and City Council at the joint work session on April 4, 2017 all strongly favored Concept A for further refinement. Feedback from the City Council at a work session on June 20, 2017 regarding the concept plan was favorable. The major themes of the further refined draft concept are: • Restore Nature’s Role o Ecosystem services are a critical part of the city’s infrastructure that will be restored. The plan is to keep valuable soils on site, create storage and separation and intensify wetland functions. This creates wildlife habitat, improves water quality, creates biodiversity and carbon sequestration and provides flood protection and air purification. • Create Pathways for Play and Health o This provides opportunities for moving, resting and exploring in a natural environment which will create a healthier community. • Invite the Whole Community o This provides year-round access, activities and spaces for all of Edina’s residents to build community and pride and also emphasizes the creation of a new main access point from the south off 77th Street. The city has received mostly favorable feedback from the Army Corps of Engineers, Barr Engineering and the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District on the possibility of creating a wetland bank on the western 45% of the property. Wetland banking along with environmental restoration including improved wetlands, enhanced STAFF REPORT Page 2 storm water management and environmental education opportunities are a unique opportunity on the site. Wetland banking is a tool for maintaining the overall functional benefits of wetlands in a geographic area, while allowing development to occur. If wetlands are filled or impacted by a development in an area within the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District, that development will either need to mitigate onsite or, if unable, will need to purchase wetland banking credits within the same geographic region. Hennepin County wetland banking credits are in demand with a recent purchase value of $60,000+/acre. There is a potential for 9 - 12 acres of wetland restoration opportunities that could be sold for banking, all located on the west side of the site. These wetland areas typically need to be more natural and passive and wetland banking in an active, popular park is not common. The project team will need to work with regulators to emphasize the environmental education components of this site. The consulting team recommends keeping these wetlands functionally separate from main stormwater treatment areas to maintain water quality. The whole site would be connected and flooded during large flood events. EOR completed and submitted a scoping document to provide baseline information for regulatory agencies to evaluate the site’s suitability for banking. Feedback from the technical evaluation panel was favorable for banking. Subsequent steps would include a concept plan and a full wetland bank plan application. In summary, the master plan concept recommendation is as follows: 1. Nature Bank – a. Pursue the wetland banking approach on this side b. Several nodes are included in the pathways to play concept: i. Pollinator ii. Habitat iii. Contemplation iv. Woodland v. Water c. Canoe/Kayak and ice skating loop concepts have been abandoned. Staff and Parks & Recreation Commissioner representatives are concerned about the maintenance requirements to maintain a safe and pleasurable skating experience as well as the small size of the canoe and kayak area. It was determined that these recreational concepts should be avoided. 2. Neighborhood Park - The neighborhood playground is highlighted along with a picnic shelter. Residential connections to the larger park are achieved with a bridge and the Nine Mile Creek Trail. This would be more of a traditional playground facility for the Parklawn neighborhood. 3. Great Lawn – The discussion around this item is the most controversial inclusion. Neighbors on the north and west are generally opposed to large scale athletic fields due to the crowds, potential parking issues, noise, lack of open space availability and lights. Staff believes that the need for athletic space in the city justified including field at Fred Richards Park. The opportunity to provide ample parking and access to the Great Lawn from the south side of the park, away from the residential neighborhood on the north side of the park is a unique opportunity for the park system. Most of the rectangular athletic fields in the park system are at facilities with inadequate parking. This provides an opportunity to provide a high quality field space with STAFF REPORT Page 3 adequate parking. A large open lawn with a well-draining, sand peat base with irrigation is included in a size that would accommodate soccer, lacrosse and other field sports. During non- scheduled time, this lawn will be available for general park use. 4. Central Green - Elements included in this area are a traditional playground, pickleball courts and a multipurpose sport court that could be used for basketball and futsal. Mounds and berms have been created to create visual and recreational interest and amenities. The berms will provide screening for neighbors to the north and west and can be used for sitting, sledding, relaxing and exploring. Creating the mounds also reduce grading costs by creating a location for soils to be relocated onsite instead of being removed from the site. 5. The Loop – The loop focuses on a rolling walking trail, gardens, seating areas and possibly public art. A kid’s bike skills trail was discussed and could also be considered for this area if there is interest. 6. Clubhouse Building – There continues to be interest in renovating the clubhouse for a restaurant/brewpub as well as potentially teaming with Three Rivers Park District for programming and creating trailhead features. A potential craft brew pub type facility similar to Crooked Pint in Chaska was given as an example for continued revenue to support park maintenance. This concept will be studied in greater detail if the concept is supported by the Parks & Recreation Commission and City Council. 7. Parking – The concept includes 155 parking stalls on Fred Richards Park property with the addition of a parking lot. The plan needs additional parking from the Pentagon Park/Link development. Outside of city property the project hopes for 100 shared “parkway” stalls and 134 stalls in a shared parking lot. Pentagon Park/Border Basin Regional Stormwater Management Plan – Barr Engineering Concurrent to this project, the City of Edina is participating in a stormwater management project with Barr Engineering, the City of Bloomington and the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District (NMCWD). Given the increased flood risks and active redevelopment in the area, the cities of Edina and Bloomington requested assistance from the NMCWD to develop a regional flood and stormwater management plan for this area and to identify options to alleviate flood risk and guide stormwater management for future redevelopment. This plan includes consideration of storing additional stormwater upstream and/or on Fred Richards Park, planning for regional stormwater management opportunities and developing site development best practices to guide stormwater management as redevelopment occurs. The problem has been clearly identified and possible solutions are being explored. Current Athletic Field Conditions Over the past five years the City of Edina has improved some athletic fields. The addition of artificial turf at Pamela Park and Braemar Field and improvement of the grass fields at Pamela Park have helped; however, there is still a need for additional field space. A combination of growth in our existing sports programs, the addition of new sports and loss of some school district field space have continued a field shortage for both youth and adult sports programs. Listed below is a brief summary of current field issues and concerns. STAFF REPORT Page 4 New Sports and the Growth of Existing Sports: - Rugby is growing in popularity. The Edina High School boys club team has won five straight high school state championships and is always trying to find practice space. - Ultimate Frisbee is growing and there is no field space available for this program. Ultimate had 30 participants in 2010 (25 boys and 5 girls) and in 2017 has the largest program in the state at 146 (89 boys and 57 girls). - The Edina Football Association added Flag Football to age levels that include 4th and 5th grades. - Soccer and Lacrosse continue to grow. - Edina Girls Athletic Association currently limits its Flag Football program due to lack of field space at lighted fields. Overuse of Neighborhood Parks - Lacrosse uses Weber Park’s open rink area for a practice Lacrosse field. - Walnut Ridge Park’s field used by Lacrosse is in poor condition due to poor soils and lack of irrigation. - Wooddale Park is used by Lacrosse for youth fields and has poor field conditions due to overuse and lack of irrigation. It was originally designed for Softball/Baseball. - Heavy use of Creek Valley, Strachauer and Highlands parks has increased parking problems and residents’ concerns of field use. Insufficient Lighting and Overuse: - Unlighted fields provide very limited use in fall. - Lewis Park fields are now being used for both practices and games and are no longer being rested in August to rejuvenate the fields. Field conditions are deteriorating. - Lewis west is one of three senior Soccer fields that were converted into two intermediate size fields in order to accommodate that age group. - The outfields of Courtney 1, Courtney 3 and all three Van Valkenburg Park outfields are used for Football in the fall. This prohibits Baseball and Softball use. Poor Field Soil Conditions: - Creek Valley is often not available due to flooding. 96% of the Edina Soccer Club games that were scheduled in fall of 2016 were cancelled or moved. 80% of all ESC activities were moved from that site. In May of 2017, Creek Valley was only available for use in 8 of the 24 scheduled days. - Creek Valley field conditions could deteriorate further if water is not able to sufficiently exit the soccer fields due to the Nine Mile Creek Trail being added between the creek and the fields. - Lower high school fields are in a flood plain which limits use to dry weather conditions. - Walnut Ridge has peat based soils that retain water and are very uneven and unstable. STAFF REPORT Page 5 Loss of Field Space: - Cornelia School expansion has eliminated use of five youth-sized fields for the Edina Soccer Association Pre K/K level program. - Loss of the front field area in the front of Creek Valley Elementary School for the new EHS tennis courts has also impacted the K-2nd grade program. This “field space” was added in the last few years, but is also highly undesirable as it is a storm drain basin. - Lower Creek Valley fields will be losing one field due to the Nine Mile Creek trail that will cut through that area. - Lower Creek Valley fields already lost one field due to sinking and poor field conditions. Private Field Rental: - Edina Soccer Club currently rents field space from Our Lady of Grace School for $5,000 a year. Field Utilization: - Edina Soccer Club utilizes approximately 79% of its assigned field space. o ESC uses Creek Valley, Alden, Strachauer, Garden and Lewis parks in addition to time purchased at Our Lady of Grace Church/School. - Edina Lacrosse Association utilizes approximately 73% of its assigned field space. Edina Lacrosse uses Braemar and Pamela artificial turf fields in addition to Walnut Ridge, Weber and Wooddale parks. o Neighborhood parks like Weber, Walnut Ridge and Wooddale cannot accommodate higher utilization due to turf conditions. Lacrosse utilizes artificial turf as much as possible to reduce wear on natural grass fields. - Higher utilization is not possible to maintain turf conditions and to allow for some flexibility in scheduling due to weather related cancellations and reschedules. - The Edina Soccer Club has had to host “home” games at “away” fields because of the lack of field space. Adult Programs: - Current field levels limits adult sports offerings and open field time. - Open field sports such as Soccer and Lacrosse are growing. We averaged 30 participants per night at Pamela turf on Monday evenings during the summer of 2016. - Braemar Field’s Open Soccer that started in January had an average of 18 participants on Sunday evenings with a high of 63 participants on Sunday, March 5, 2017. School District Field Renovations The school district is improving fields that will definitely benefit the community, but generally they are replacing natural grass fields with artificial turf. This will improve access to fields, especially during periods of rain and will provide a significantly higher quality field than the existing grass fields. The new fields will not have lighting. School programs are scheduled to use the fields until 6:30 p.m., so the time for athletic association use will be limited. In addition, as high school programs like Ultimate Frisbee and Rugby continue to grow, less time will be available for athletic associations. - The upper community center field is the same size, but will now be artificial turf. STAFF REPORT Page 6 - The lower high school field replaces an existing baseball field and tennis courts, but will become an improved artificial turf multi-sport field. Tennis courts are being relocated to Creek Valley School. - An upper high school grass field will be replaced by a parking lot. - Athletic associations will be charged $13/hour for the use of new school district artificial turf. Parks, Recreation & Trails Strategic Plan The Parks, Recreation & Trails Strategic Plan’s Level of Service Analysis states that a need exists for youth and adult size multi-use fields. Two additional youth size fields are needed and five adult size fields are needed in addition to three outdoor basketball courts. This analysis was based on population, National Recreation & Park Association guidelines and current participation rates. Athletic Association Participation Association 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Edina Baseball Association 1,602 1,509 1,408 1,277 1,149 Edina Basketball Association 1,250 1,323 1,350 1,397 1,356 Edina Football Association 650 648 572 563 487 Edina Girls Athletic Association Flag Football 356 350 345 360 442 Edina Girls Athletic Association Volleyball 341 342 305 323 288 287 Edina Girls Fastpitch Association 62 84 68 65 76 Edina Hockey Association 1,323 1,316 1,254 1,246 1,208 1,244 Edina Lacrosse Association 515 675 365 486 519 Edina Soccer Association 2,812 2,855 2,429 1,819 3,140 Edina Soccer Club 1,420 1,419 1,464 1,621 1,710 Edina Swim Club 291 282 301 301 312 Edina Volleyball Association 49 80 64 89 93 109 Edina Youth Softball Association 262 230 270 240 288 Capital Cost Estimate A very high level cost estimate for construction for the renovation is $8 million to $10 million. The construction cost estimate will be further refined when the project reaches a more detailed design and construction document phase. Please note that this estimate does not include renovations to the clubhouse STAFF REPORT Page 7 or any structural elements that would be needed to construct the pickleball courts over the water reclaim tank. Operations and Maintenance Cost Estimate A rough summary of potential revenues and expenditures for the renovated Fred Richards Park is attached. This is a very rough estimate with many assumptions including potential revenues from a food and beverage vendor and association fees from a new development at the Link/Pentagon Park. In the first year an operating loss of $90,949 is projected, but improves to a $25,000 loss in year four. Fred Richards Project Plan Final Steps and Action Requested The Parks & Recreation Commission is asked to “Review and Recommend” the master plan. Commissioner comments will be included in the staff report to the City Council. A majority vote is necessary for a recommendation to be formally submitted to the City Council. The master plan will then be presented to the City Council for final approval on July 18. City of Edina | Braemar Park Master Plan Project Task Meetings Date 1. Project Start Up City Staff Kick Off Meeting June 14 Richard Mandell – Golf Course Update June 21 2. Inventory and Analysis Stakeholder Interviews: • Recreation • Environmental • Trail Users • City Staff June 28 June 28 June 29 June 29 City Staff Check In / Review July 6 3. Park Programming/Amenities Idea Solicitation Park & Rec Commission Feedback July 11 City Council Feedback July 18 City Staff Check In / Review July 21 Community Meeting #1 July 26 On Line Community Input Post by July 27 4. Concept Alternatives City Staff Check In / Review Sept 5 Park & Rec Commission Feedback Sept 12 Community Meeting #2 Sept 18 City Council Feedback Sept 19 On Line Community Input Post by Sept 19 5. Draft Master Plan Recommendations City Staff Check In / Review Oct 18 Community Meeting #3 Oct 23 On Line Community Input Post by Oct 24 6. Final Master Plan Recommendations Park & Rec Commission Approval Nov 14 City Council Approval Nov 21 or Dec 5 MEETINGS: City Staff City Council Park & Rec Stakeholder Community On-line public comment Braemar Park Master Plan Project Schedule Braemar Park Master Plan April 27, 2017 with Applied Ecological Services and Trail Source LLC Proposal to the City of Edina, MN April 27, 2017 www.srfconsulting.com One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150 | Minneapolis, MN 55447-4443 | 763.475.0010 Fax: 1.866.440.6364 Ms. Ann KattrehCity of Edina, Parks and Recreation4801 West 50th StreetEdina, MN 55424 Subject: Master Planning Services for Braemar Park Dear Ms. Kattreh and Members of the Selection Committee: The City of Edina is undertaking an exciting effort to develop a comprehensive master plan for Braemar Park that will expand four season recreation opportunities for the community and accommodate a wide variety of trail user groups. With a large concentration of natural resource areas within the park, planning a trail network that minimizes impacts to these areas, while adhering to sustainable trail design standards, will determine the best possible outcomes for this master planning effort. SRF Consulting Group has assembled a talented team with the creative, technical, and facilitation experience to address all issues in this master plan and effectively engage all stakeholders throughout the planning process. We have completed numerous large scale park mas- ter plans that have been adopted by local planning agencies, secured funding, and were implemented with highly successful outcomes. Our team includes several key individuals who will contribute towards the successful completion of this master planning effort: Ken Grieshaber, PLA, ASLA, will serve as Project Principal and Project Manager. Ken has developed numerous comprehensive master plans for municipal and regional parks, integrating park amenities and trail systems within natural resource environments. He will lead an incremental planning process that will engage all stakeholders in developing master plan recommendations and outcomes. Ken will also serve as the day-to-day contact for the City and will oversee the efforts of all team members. Doug Mensing, M.S, of Applied Ecological Services will lead a team of natural resource experts and ecologists to assess existing vegeta- tion and wetland resources in the park and assist with identifying suitable areas for developing expanded park amenities and trail systems. SRF and AES have collaborated on other park master planning efforts where the integration of natural resources and new park amenities was crucial for determining the best possible recommendations and outcomes. Tim Wegner, PTBA, Trail Source LLC will provide specialized trail design expertise for the development of hiking, mountain bike, and ski trail systems in the park. Tim has been designing and constructing trails throughout the Midwest for more than 15 years and collaborating with organizations like Minnesota Off Road Cyclists to design and construct trail systems within public land resources. that respects all stakeholder input and seeks innovative solutions that are grounded in reality and technical expertise. Objectivity is paramount in gaining and maintaining stakeholder trust throughout the master planning process. Our team will orchestrate a process that stimulates the values and priorities of all participants. Strong visual communication tools and outcomes will be used to cast a durable vision that is responsive to the issues and opportunities to be addressed for Braemar Park. We look forward to an energetic discussion with the City regarding our approach for developing a master plan for Braemar Park that will most cost effectively engage all stakeholders in an open and productive planning process. If you have additional questions regarding our proposal, please contact us at 763.249.6709 or at kgrieshaber@srfconsulting.com. Sincerely, Ken Grieshaber Project Manager SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC.1 Firm Information SRF CONSULTING GROUP, INC. One Carlson Parkway North, Suite 150 Minneapolis, MN 55447 phone: 763.475.0010 email: kgrieshaber@srfconsulting.com website: www.srfconsulting.com Founded in 1961, SRF Consulting Group has built a tradition of excellence by serving public and private sector clients across the Midwest. Today, our values remain the same: deliver quality that stands the test of time, strive for innovation, provide supe- rior service, and be true to the spirit of collaboration. By melding landscape architecture with other environmental disciplines, SRF can develop comprehensive and innovative design solutions. Our 350 talented staff members offer compre-hensive services, outstanding public involvement skills, estab-lished agency rapport and a focus on implementable, creative solutions with a sensitivity to ecological resources. Paul, Fargo, Bismark, Madison, Milwaukee, and Omaha. Our award-winning park, open space, and trail services include: »Comprehensive system planning »Master planning »Trails and bicycle system planning »Stakeholder involvement »Preliminary and detail design »Environmental permits »Natural resource management and planning »Funding applications »Construction services PARTNERS AES Applied Ecological Services is one of the leading ecological con- to bringing the science of ecology to land-use decisions. AES applies science to provide practical land-use solutions that strike the most favorable balance between programming needs, cost - logical systems provides a solid foundation for implementing balanced ecological designs and solutions that are sustainable, cost-effective and enduring. restoration, and enhancement projects, including several with SRF. Trail Source LLC Trail Source is dedicated to providing their customers with the best possible trail design and construction for sustainable rec- reational trails. Tim Wegner of Trail Source is no stranger to trail building. As a member of the Professional Trail Builders Association, a crite-ria-based organization that requires professionalism and expe-rience, he’s installed thousands of miles of mountain biking, hiking, and ski trails. and nature hiking tails, Trail Source: »Works exclusively with natural surface trails. »Works with and complements the natural features of the landscape. »Designs trails to require minimal long-term maintenance. Trail Source’s trail design experience includes: Riley Creek, Elm Creek Park and Reserve, Lebanon Hills, and Theodore Wirth Park, to name a few. Trail Source LLC is located in the Twin Cities. City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan2 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.3 Edina City Council Edina Parks and Recreation Commission Permitting Agencies• Nine Mile Creek Watershed District• Army Corps of Engineers Community Groups• Neighborhood Residents• Neighborhood Businesses• General Public Director of Parks & RecreationAnn Kattreh Stakeholder Groups• Athletic Associations• Edina Public Schools Ski Team• MORC• Braemar Golf Course• Tin Fish Restaurant City Staff• Recreation• Operations• Forestry Project Manager Ken Grieshaber, PLA, ASLA | SRF Permitting Erin Hunker, PE | SRF Natural ResourcesDoug Mensing | AES________________Applied Ecological Services Trail DesignTim Wegner, PTBA | TB________________Trail Source, LLC Site Design / Master PlanningTim Wold, PLA, ASLA | SRFRachel Burand, ALA | SRF Your Project Team TEAM ORGANIZATION SRF has assembled an exceptional team of design professionals who will be able to address master planning and community engagement services for the Braemar Park Master Plan. The SRF -ment projects, and will work closely with the City of Edina to As Project Manager, Ken Grieshaber, PLA, ASLA will manage the project team, provide day-to-day contact with the City of Edina and facilitate discussions with neighborhood groups. The organizational chart below depicts our team’s structure and illustrates each staff member’s responsibility and role on the design team. Resumes for each team member are included in experience. City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan4 KEN GRIESHABER, ASLA | SRF Project Manager/Stakeholder Engagement Ken has nearly 30 years of landscape architecture and urban design experience, with an emphasis on park and trail improve- ments. He has been involved in the planning and design of more than 60 neighborhood, community, and regional parks. His work is mindful of operations and maintenance considerations and emphasizes sustainability. In addition, Ken is known for his skill in fostering an open, collaborative design process that includes resi- Ken will be our Project Manager. then manage the project process, participate in stakeholder facilitation activities, and oversee the work of the project team. Drawing on this knowledge of park master plans, he will guide the development of the overall master plan documents and schematic design. Highlights of Ken’s experience include: »Hartley Park and Woodland Recreation Area Master Plan, Duluth, Minnesota. SRF developed the comprehensive master plan for the 670-acre park. The master plan focused on reorganizing the existing trail system to accommodate various users groups, realigning trails, and provided recommendations such as expanded parking areas as part of offering additional park amenities. »Big Marine Park Reserve, Washington County, Minnesota. Working with many stakeholders to create a vision for this new regional park reserve, SRF developed a mas- ter plan addressing programming and site improvements to be integrated within this 1,700 acre facility. Uneven terrain and a wide variety of sensitive natural resource areas provided many challenges for integrating roadway and trail circulation, a new beach (2008 Award of Excellence - Minnesota Recreation and Park Association) »Lake Elmo Regional Park Trail Access and Lighted Ski Trail System, Washington County, Minnesota. A new trail and ski lighting system was developed to accommodate the demand for night time cross country skiing. A new trailhead, warming house, and community meeting room facility was also constructed with new trail improvements. »Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park Master Plan, Cottage Grove, Minnesota. SRF is working with Washington County Parks to amend the master plan to provide the County with a plan that prepares the park for future growth in the area and addresses the impacts to recreation and natural resources of a proposed stormwater conveyance sys- tem through the park. The master plan includes updates of the developed areas around the south shore of Ravine Lake including park road circulation, lake access, picnic facil- ities a 4-season building that could serve as a Nordic center and a summer trailhead facility, and a new park entrance from County Road 19. The park’s network of soft and paved trails have been updated and include lighted trails for winter use. Years of Experience:27 Years with SRF: 17 Areas of Expertise »Park and Trail Improvements »Public Involvement »Master Planning »Project Management »Urban Design »Site Planning and Design Education B.L.A., Iowa State University, 1987 Registration Landscape Architect: Minnesota #24860, Iowa #00592, North Dakota #78 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.5 TIMOTHY WOLD, PLA, ASLA | SRF Site Design/Master Planning Tim has 18 years experience in landscape architecture and urban design. He has a wide range of project experience that includes neighborhood and community park planning and design, athletic complexes, trail system planning, site design, urban streetscapes and plazas, and natural resource-based state and regional parks. His project responsibilities typically include site inventories and analyses, programming, conceptual design, master plan develop- ment, design development, preparation of construction docu- ments and cost estimates, and in-construction services. Tim has successfully managed a number of multi-million dollar park and athletic complex projects, leading multidisciplinary teams from the initial planning stages through implementation. He works with a wide vari-ety of clients and enjoys collaborating with design professionals from other disciplines. Highlights of Tim’s experience include: »Lake Elmo Winter Recreation Facility, Washington County, Minnesota. SRF collab- orated with HCM Architects, a construction manager, and County staff to develop a new trailhead facility, cross country ski trails and a trail lighting system that will meet the growing demand for evening cross country skiing in the eastern metropolitan area. A second phase of development included improving pedestrian and vehicular circulation, developing a new parking lot to serve users of the trailhead facility, and providing a »Harmon Park and Sports Complex Master Plan, West St. Paul, Minnesota. West St. Paul commissioned SRF to develop a master plan for the redevelopment of Harmon Parkand the sport complex, two prominent parks in West St. Paul.. As project manager, Tim led the master planning and design process, oversaw preparation of construction documents, and provided in-construction services with completion in August of 2015. »Big Marine Park Reserve, Washington County, Minnesota. SRF collaborated with Washington County Parks in development of a master plan and Phase I improvements include establishment of trail systems to accommodate equestrian, nature, and multi- use trails, camping experiences ranging from primitive to group settings, and opportuni- ties for natural resource interpretation and preservation. Tim provided master planning and site design services during the planning phase. He also led the preparation of con- struction documents and provided in-construction services through implementation of »Lilleskogen Park, Scandia, Minnesota. The City of Scandia commissioned SRF to cre-ate a unique natural resource-based community park for their residents with a focus on restoring the woodland and wetland areas within the park. The park development will also provide an opportunity to create and expand a unique interpretive and learn- ing environment for children as well as adults who visit the park. A three-phase imple- mentation plan was created to allow for site improvements to be completed in a logical sequence as funding sources become available. Years of Experience:19 Years with SRF: 17 Areas of Expertise »Park Planning and Design »Master Planning »Streetscape Design »Urban Planning and Design Education Bachelor of Arts in Landscape Archi- tecture, North Dakota State Univer- sity, 1998 Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design, North Dakota State Univer-sity, 1997 Registration Landscape Architect: Minnesota #42164 City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan6 RACHEL BURAND, ALA | SRF Site Design/Master Planning Rachel has experience in landscape planning for public parks and GIS site analysis. She has several years of experience in design, including web and graphic design. Her work at SRF focuses on site design, master planning, and graphics support. Prior to joining SRF’s Landscape Archi- tecture and Urban Design Group in 2015, Rachel worked as a graduate research assistant for the Trust for Public Land during her last year of graduate school. Highlights of Rachel’s experience include: »Douglas County Kensington Rune Stone County Park Master Plan, Minnesota. Assisted with design development, created plan graphics for county park master plan. »City of Eagan Park System Master Plan Update, Minnesota. Prepared presentations and conducted GIS analysis for workshop sessions with City of Eagan staff and board members. »City of Duluth Lincoln and Memorial Parks Mini-Master Plans, Minnesota. Assisted with design development and created plan graphics for two existing city parks in Duluth. ERIN HUNKER, PE, CFM | SRF Permitting Erin has 14 years of experience in drainage and water resources engi- neering and design. Erin’s responsibilities have included water resources and drainage engineering design, permitting, construction plans, and - mented overall project permitting process that included building a rela- tionship with the regulatory agency that led to improved communica- traditional storm sewer and stormwater pond designs, Erin has designed innovative green infrastructure Best Management Practices (BMPs) that enhance the project envi- ronment while meeting regulatory requirements. Erin is also a volunteer Master Water Steward for the Nine Mile Creek Watershed District. Highlights of Erin’s experience include: »Washington County CSAH 19 Improvements and Cottage Grove Ravine Park Reno-vation Project, Cottage Grove, Minnesota.design for an urban roundabout and improvements to Cottage Grove Ravine Park improve-ments. Project included DNR, City and watershed district permits for stormwater manage- »METRO Blue Line Extension (BLRT) Preliminary and Final Design, Twin Cities, Minne- sota. Water resources-related permitting coordinator for the project. Coordinate design and modeling of stormwater management BMPs and provide framework for permitting for 13.5 - dination with the wetland permitting process. Years of Experience:2 Years with SRF: 2 Areas of Expertise »Park and Recreation Design »Trail Planning and Design »Streetscape Design »Regional Planning and Design »Web and Graphic Design Education Master of Landscape Architecture, University of Minnesota, 2015 Bachelor of Arts - Environmental College, McMinnville, Oregon, 2010 Years of Experience:14 Years with SRF: 5 Areas of Expertise »Permitting »Stormwater Management Planning »Preliminary and Final Design Education Master of Science in Engineering Professional Practice, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 2009 Bachelor of Science in Biosystems/ Agricultural Engineering, University of Minnesota, 2002 Registration Professional Engineer: Minnesota #45040 and North Dakota #PE-6657 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.7 DOUGLAS M. MENSING, M.S. | AES Vegetation and Wetland Resources Doug possesses over 23 years of professional and research experi- work focuses on helping clients design projects in a more ecologi- cally sensitive fashion, conserving natural features and functions and promoting sustainability. His wide-ranging applied ecological exper- tise includes natural resource inventory (NRI), restoration and man- agement planning, conservation design and development, greenway corridor design, natu- ralized stormwater management, bio-engineered lakeshore and streambank restoration, and wetland assessments, restoration, and permitting. Highlights of Doug’s experience include: »Scott County Regional Parks & Trails Master Plan. (Scott County, MN, 2010-2012). Teaming with SRF Consulting Group, Doug was the AES project manager and lead ecol- ogist for the master plans associated with four regional parks and two regional trails. Doug led the development of the Natural Resource Inventories and Assessments and the Natural Resource Management Plans for the parks, and worked closely with the County and SRF staff in the development of the Park and Trail Master Plans. »Regional Park Master Plans. (Dakota, Stearns and Benton Counties, MN, 2000-2005). As AES Project Manager, worked with partner Brauer and Associates, assessed natural resources, designed a restoration program, and prepared master plans at three regional parks, with alternative stormwater management, nature preservation, ecological restoration, cultural history, and recreation as major themes. Years of Experience:23 Years with AES: 17 Education M.S., Conservation Biology, Univer-sity of Minnesota, 1997 B.S., Environmental Science, Valpara- iso University, 1991 Professional Information Wetland Delineation Training with an Emphasis on Soils and Hydrology Protecting Water Resources through Low Impact Development (LID) Workshop System (MLCCS) Training TIM WEGNER | TRAIL SOURCE, LLC Trail Design Founder and owner of Trail Source, LLC, a Twin Cities trail design and mountain biking with riders throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. As a member of Minnesota Off-Road Cyclists and Professional Trail Builders Association, Tim provides a one of a kind service to trail enthusiasts throughout the Twin Cities. If there’s a mountain bike trail in the metro area, at one point in its lifetime Tim has touched it. Highlights of Tim’s trail design experience includes: »Lebanon Hills Park in Dakota County »Cuyuga Lakes Recreation Area »Elm Creek Park Reserve »Mississippi River Bottoms Trails City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan8 KENSINGTON PARK MASTERPLAN NOVEMBER 4, 2015 | © 2015 JLG ARCHITECTS Kensington Rune Stone Visitor Center SRF Consulting Group, Inc.9 Our comprehensive approach to public space projects integrates the needs of individuals and the entire community into a design solution. We work with communities to develop plans and realize their visions of the highest quality civic spaces. On the following Similar Projects Kensington Rune Stone County Park is a popular destination for visitors coming to see the Rune Stone discovery site and the Ohman homestead farm. Recent land acquisitions by Douglas County have nearly doubled the size of the park. SRF prepared a master plan update that incorporates the a new visitor center, and enhances recre- ation opportunities to serve a wider diver- sity of park user groups. The master plan update included a schematic design effort that provided a comprehensive vision for implement future development in phases as funding is received. The master plan includes expanding the network of summer and winter trails for horseback riding, cross-country skiing, hiking, mountain biking, and a visitor center that will serve as a trailhead building. SRF worked closely with the local mountain bike community to study the expansion of the detail system within the park. The new building will be located centrally to provide year- round access to restrooms and rental space for large group gatherings. SRF added to the master plan options for kayak and canoe access SRF’s approach to updating the master plan included the following steps: »Site inventory and analysis »Issues and opportunities »Existing infrastructure assessment »Stewardship and operations plan »Public process with two open houses »Schematic design »Cost estimates KENSINGTON RUNE STONE COUNTY PARK | DOUGLAS COUNTY, MN Year Completed: 2017 Reference: Brad Bonk, Park Superintendent Douglas County 526 Willow Drive Alexandria, MN 56308 701-388-2273 bradbo@co.douglas.mn.usKENSINGTON PARK MASTERPLAN NOVEMBER 4, 2015 | © 2015 JLG ARCHITECTS Kensington Runestone meeting with mountain bike community City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan10 Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park Master Plan SRF Consulting Group, Inc.11 COTTAGE GROVE RAVINE REGIONAL PARK MASTER PLAN | COTTAGE GROVE, MINNESOTA SRF Consulting Group is working with Washington County Parks to amend the master plan for Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park to provide the County with a current master plan that prepares the park for future growth in the area and addresses the impacts to recre- ation and natural resources of a proposed stormwater conveyance system through the park. The master plan includes updates of the developed areas around the south shore of Ravine Lake includ-ing park road circulation, lake access, picnic facilities, a 4-season building that could serve as a Nordic center and a summer trailhead facility. The park’s network of existing nordic skiing and hiking trails were also evalu-ated for improving circulation and safety, including the addition of lighted ski trail for winter use. The master plan will provide Washington County with the necessary analysis and detail needed to meet the criteria established in the Metropolitan Council 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan, allowing the county to solicit regional funding for development projects in the park. Year Completed: 2017 (In Progress) Reference Conner Schaefer, PlannerWashington County - Parks Divisionconner.schaefer@co.washington.mn.us651-430-4303 City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan12 Hartley Nature Center and Woodland Recreation Area Master Plan SRF Consulting Group, Inc.13 HARTLEY NATURE CENTER AND WOODLAND RECREATION AREA MASTER PLAN | DULUTH, MN SRF developed a comprehensive master plan for Hartley Park and the associated Woodland Recreation Area. This 670-acre park property is jointly managed by the City of Duluth and Hartley Nature Center and programmed to serve many user groups throughout the year. Primary focus areas included reorganizing the existing trail system to better accommodate the needs of hikers, trail runners, mountain bikers, and cross country skiers. Recommendations were also made for realign- problems. Additional proposed park amenities included expanding parking areas and trailhead facilities and adding a new observatory and nature-based preschool facility. Year Completed: 2014 Reference Kathleen Bergen, Interim Manager, City of Duluth - Parks and Recreation, 218-730-4309, kbergen@duluthmn.gov Hartley Park and Woodland Recreation Area Mini Master Plan ENGINEERSPLANNERSDESIGNERSConsulting Group, Inc. MARCH 27, 2014PROPOSED TRaiL TYPES 18” NaTURaL SURFaCE MULTi-USE TRaiLS »18” wide, 4.4 miles long » Primary user groups include mountain bikers and trail runners CRUSHED STONE aCCESSiBLE TRaiL »6 feet wide, 1.9 miles long »Primary user groups include hikers, school groups, seniors, people with mobility challenges, youth bikers, joggers and families with strollers 10’6’ CORE aCCESSiBLE TRaiL »10 feet wide, 1.5 miles long »Primary trail users include seniors, people with mobility challenges, youth bikers, joggers and families with strollers SKi TRaiLS »10-14 feet wide, 5 Kilometers long SUPERiOR HiKiNg TRaiL Hartley Park and Woodland Recreation Area Mini Master PlanTRaiL RECOMMENDaTiONS ENGINEERSPLANNERSDESIGNERSConsulting Group, Inc. March 27 2014 Ski Trail Begi nner Loop Ski Teaching Trail 10’ Contours Park Boundary Natural Surface Multi-Use Trail Crushed Stone Accessible Trail Core Accessible Trail School Boundary Superior Hiking Trail Cross-Country Ski Trails Trailhead Wayfinding Signage Neighborhood Access Beaver Pond Tischer Creek WoodlandRecreation area Soapbox Knoll Hartley Pond Hartley Nature Center Hartley NatureCenter Corps independent School District #709 gazebo Point HaRVaRD aVENUEDUNEDiN aVENUEHaRTLEY ROaD N ROaD BoardwalkE aNOKa STREET WaDENa STREETWOO D L a N D a VEN U E HOWaRD gNESEN R O aD Future grade-separated trail crossing under Woodland avenue Rock KnobOverlook Pond Nature Trail Loop Core accessible Trail Loop accessible Trail Loop (with School District Property Purchase) N2001000200 Feet Trail alignments in This area are Preliminary (trails will be refined to include realignments agreed upon in 2013 and 2014) Hartley Park and Woodland Recreation Area Mini Master Plan ENGINEERSPLANNERSDESIGNERSConsulting Group, Inc. MARCH 27, 2014PROPOSED TRaiL TYPES 18” NaTURaL SURFaCE MULTi-USE TRaiLS »18” wide, 4.4 miles long » Primary user groups include mountain bikers and trail runners CRUSHED STONE aCCESSiBLE TRaiL »6 feet wide, 1.9 miles long »Primary user groups include hikers, school groups, seniors, people with mobility challenges, youth bikers, joggers and families with strollers 10’6’ CORE aCCESSiBLE TRaiL »10 feet wide, 1.5 miles long »Primary trail users include seniors, people with mobility challenges, youth bikers, joggers and families with strollers SKi TRaiLS »10-14 feet wide, 5 Kilometers long SUPERiOR HiKiNg TRaiL City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan14 Lake Elmo Park Reserve Winter Recreation Facility & Ski Trail System SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC.15 LAKE ELMO PARK RESERVE WINTER RECREATION FACILITY & SKI TRAIL SYSTEM, WASHINGTON COUNTY SRF collaborated with HCM Architects, a construction manager, and County staff to develop a new trailhead facility, cross coun- try ski trails and a trail lighting system to meet growing demand for evening cross country skiing in the eastern metropolitan area. Lighting was installed on seven kilometers of the trail system, creating multiple loops and several potential layouts for race - matic lenses to evenly disperse light across trails. Shields were The new trailhead building was sited to minimize impacts to the adjacent landscape while providing views down trail corridors and providing ADA compliant pedestrian access to the existing parking area. This facility will serve as a warming house in addi- tion to providing meeting space to accommodate high school ski meets, weddings, and other community functions. Other site areas to remove pollutants from storm water before it enters the delicate system of lakes and wetlands within the park. Future improvements will include improved parking facilities, Year Completed: 2013 Reference: Don Theisen, Public Works Director Washington County 11660 Myeron Road North Stillwater, MN 550826132 651-430-4304 don.theisen@co.washington.mn.us City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan16 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.17 BIG MARINE PARK RESERVE MASTER PLAN AND PHASE I IMPROVEMENTS | WASHINGTON COUNTY Big Marine Park Reserve’s roots extend back at least 40 years beginning with the Metropolitan Council’s Park Acquisition Plan and Program completed in 1967. That plan, along with the 1967 Washington County Comprehensive Plan, cast a vision for park land on Big Marine Lake. In 1987, a Master Plan for Big Marine Regional Park Reserve was developed and subsequently approved in 1988. Consis- tent with Metropolitan Council requirements, the Park Reserve represents one of eight regional landscape types found in the metropolitan community. The master plan conformed with a percent of the total park acreage with the remainder focused upon preservation of the resource base. Since the completion of the Master Plan, Washington County Park staff have established a critical mass of property ownership to foster park development. Currently, 636 acres of the pro- posed 1,920 acres have been acquired, a portion of which is available for active park land. schematic development for the park reserve, which includes: »Swim beach facility with family picnic areas and shelters, parking, and a playground »Large group picnic areas »Modern, RV, group, and primitive campground facilities »Boat launch and parking »Park entrance facilities, drive and internal access circulation »4 season use trail systems »Restoration of native plant communities, woodlands, and wetland habitats »Incorporation of stormwater bioretention basins and swales to minimize surface runoff Implementation of this phase 1 improvements provided an important springboard to develop the park and promote future site and trail improvements in the park. 2010 MASLA Award of Excellence and MRPA Award of Excellence Year Completed: 2008 Reference: Don Theisen, Public Works DirectorWashington County11660 Myeron Road NorthStillwater, MN 550826132651-430-4304don.theisen@co.washington.mn.us TENT, TRAILER AND RV CAMPGROUND City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan18 KISSING TREE GOLF COURSE Audubon International Signature Pro- In San Marcos, Texas, AES was retained to help operating in nearby Austin, obtain Audubon Inter- national’s coveted Signature Golf Course status for the Kissing Tree Golf Course. The new golf course, under construction in 2017, is a featured amen- ity at Kissing Tree, a new retirement community being developed just south of Austin. Kissing Tree is located on a 1,400 acre property in the Texas Hill Country. The land is characterized by rolling wood- land, prairie, savanna, and range land. The prop- erty sits atop the Edward’s Aquifer which provides drinking water for San Marcos and surrounding communities. In this ongoing project, AES ecologists have pro- construction, and golf course management team in developing science-based strategies that pro- tect sensitive natural resources. Importantly, this includes strategies and designs for groundwater recharge of the Edward’s Aquifer, as well as surface water quality, and wildlife habitat. Since planning work began in 2016, strategies employed thus far include: » recharge areas; »avoidance and buffering of waterways; » corridors; »stormwater BMPs; »high standards for golf course maintenance and management; »pre- and post-construction monitoring; »landscaping standards; »irrigation standards; and »cultural strategies including on-going environmental education. AES’ initial development of a Natural Resources Management Plan (NRMP) was an early project initiative that provides explicit guidance and direction for protecting natural resources during construction, and throughout the operation of the golf course. The NRMP includes an Integrated Pest Management Plan that provides explicit detail on how pests will be managed in a way that minimizes the use of chemicals. It also establishes a Natu- ral Resources Management Center, which is the hub of natural resources protection and management activities. Year Completed: In Progress Reference SRF Consulting Group, Inc.19 NINE MILE CREEK WATERSHED DISTRICT AND ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS PERMITTING EXPERIENCE NMCWD »Hyland Hills Ski Area, Three Rivers Park District »494/169 Design-Build, MnDOT »Swimming Pool and Point of France Ponds, City of Edina »Shady Oak Road/212 Interchange, City of Eden Prairie » West 70th Street, City of Eden Prairie »East Bush Lake Road Preliminary Design, City of Bloomington USACE »Lake Elmo Park Reserve, Washington County »Big Marine Park Reserve, Washington County »MnDOT I-494 Drainage Design Construction Support/ Assistance, MnDOT »MnDOT US 63 Mississippi River Bridge Approach Road-ways & Bridges in Red Wing, MnDOT » MnDOT I-90 Mississippi River Bridge Approaches and US 61/14 Interchange, MnDOT »Innovative Wetland Enhancement Project, Hennepin County (AES) City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan20 Project Understanding The development of a comprehensive master plan for Brae- mar Park will provide the City of Edina with the opportunity to engage all stakeholders in a master planning process to develop a consensus driven plan that can guide short and long term improvements for providing year- round recreation oppor- tunities and amenities in the park. issues and opportunities to be addressed as part of the overall master planning process. Engaging The Community and Partnership Stake- holders While there are a wide variety of stakeholders to be engaged in the master planning process, engaging direct representation from the Edina High School ski teams, Minnesota Off Road Cyclists (MORC), and permitting agencies like the MnDNR, BWSR, and Nine Mile Creek Watershed District will allow for all master planning initiatives to be reviewed for meeting desired design standards and constructability outcomes. Master plan recommendations should also be carefully reviewed with operations staff to ensure proposed improvements can be ade- quately maintained during long term, four season use. Neighborhood Context and Connections With residential-properties adjacent to the north and east sides of the park, identifying opportunities for improving trail access and connections to surrounding neighborhoods should be an integral part of the master planning effort. Creating a network of internal and external park loop connections will improve access to all areas of the park. A wide variety of opportunities exist to plan and implement trail systems in the park that can meet the needs of hiking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing, and four-season mountain biking. Each trail user group typically desires different types of trail alignments, circulation, and terrain, as well as providing accommodations for a wide variety of age groups and abili- ties. By working closely with all trail user stakeholder groups, Evaluate existing lawn open space and potential for accommodating new park amenities and programming Evaluate how existing trail circulation can be integrated with new proposed trail systems Identify potential for expanding paved trail circulation and connections to other areas of park SRF Consulting Group, Inc.21 the best outcomes for planning a four-season trail system can be achieved for the park. Identifying other opportunities for incorpo- rating new park amenities like picnic shelters, playground facili- ties, and informal sledding areas should also be studied to further expand recreation opportunities for the park. With many different recreation destinations and parking facilities within Braemar Park, - sidered as part of the overall master planning process. Braemar and Academy 9 Golf Course With the golf-course currently under construction and being planning effort should consider how this potentially impacts the planning of winter use trail systems within or around the perimeter of the golf course. The Academy 9 and surrounding area also offers potential winter recreation programming oppor- tunities. Evaluating how existing golf course site access, parking, and building facilities can be integrated with new recreation opportunities should be studied as a part of this planning process. Natural Resources and Wildlife Habitat The presence of sensitive wetland, vegetation, and mitigation areas within the park presents some challenges for making site and trail improvements in the park. The park currently contains several natural resource habitats, including oak woodlands (over- grown savannas), oak forests, and a variety of wetlands and open users but also minimize adverse effects on the environment. Planning and constructing sustainable trail systems in favorable soil conditions will minimize the potential for erosion and long term environmental damage while reducing long term mainte- nance costs for the park. Trail alignments should also consider impacts on surrounding plant communities and wildlife habitat. Assess how new trail systems can be integrated within existing park topography Identify potential for winter recreation programming and trail systems to be integrated within golf course facilities Identify natural resource areas best suited for trail alignments and circulation City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan22 The following preliminary site issues and opportunities should be considered as part of this master planning effort process: Zone 1 – Active Use Area »Identify potential trail connections from existing parking lot areas and trail systems »Identify opportunities for adding playground area, picnic shelters, court areas » Zone 2 – Operations/Maintenance Area »Evaluate existing and potential new trail alignments within upland areas »Identify opportunities for trailhead/shared use parking areas »Study potential connections to any proposed golf course winter use trails Zone 3- Oak Forest Area »Identify potential alignments for hiking, ski trail and mountain bike trail system »Study potential connections to any proposed golf course winter use trails »Identify opportunities for establishing trailhead and con-nection to golf course parking areas 1 Zone 4 - Golf Course Area »Evaluate potential for trailhead location near existing park- ing areas »Identify alternatives for ski trail alignments within golf course boundary »Evaluate Academy 9 for winter recreation opportunities Zone 5 – Hardwood Wetland Area »Identify potential for establishing new trail and boardwalk system along north side of Hilary Lane »Maintain adequate buffers with adjacent residential area »Provide trail connections to existing sidewalks and crossing areas SRF CONSULTING GROUP INC.23 City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan24 Project Approach This master planning effort will be undertaken in seven key phases of work to that will be key to building incremental review and approval with all stakeholders engaged in the planning pro- cess. These phases will include: 1. Gathering Site Background Information and Mapping 2. Site Inventory and Analysis 3. Programming/Concept Alternatives 4. Vegetation and Wetland Impact Evaluation 5. Draft Master Plan and Natural Resource Management Recommendations 6. Final Master Plan Recommendations and Approvals 7. Stakeholder Engagement Based on previous studies completed to date for creating a new master plan for the golf course and integrating new winter recre- ation facilities in the park, it will be important to establish a new - ation of concept alternatives for site and trail improvements to be considered in the park. This master planning process should represent the interests of all stakeholder groups, including City Staff, the Parks Commission, and community at large perspec- tives. This will provide a solid framework for moving through the master planning process and allow for comment and feedback to be integrated into every step of the master planning process. The following project approach plan outlines the SRF Team’s understanding of assigned roles and responsibilities for devel- opment of the park master plan for Braemar Park. Upon selec- project schedule to complete each phase of the master planning effort. 1. Project Start Up / Gather & Assemble Background Information The SRF Team will attend an initial kick-off meeting with City Staff plans, the project schedule, meeting dates, and stakeholder be used to engage the general public in the master planning process. City responsibilities include: »Provide available background information for park property. »- SRF Team responsibilities include: »Review past studies, reports, and master plans for park property. »Assemble base mapping and review park site background information. »Complete a site visit with City Staff. 2. Site Inventory and Analysis A comprehensive inventory and analysis will be completed for the 500-acre park identifying site access and circulation, existing park site and trail systems, vegetative cover, wetlands, mitigation areas, and adjacent land uses and facilities that may impact park master planning efforts. City responsibilities include: »Provide CAD/GIS-compatible data and other information available for the site. »Provide comment and feedback on inventory and analysis. SRF Team responsibilities include: »Complete inventory and analysis for the park evaluating site access and circulation, topography, existing park boundar- ies, vegetation and water resources. Assumptions »SRF will begin with existing 2008 MLCCS natural resource 3. Park Programming and Concept Alternatives Working primarily with City Staff, stakeholder groups, and policy to guide the development of master plan concept alternatives. Using background information and data collected during the inventory and analysis, concept alternatives for new site ameni-ties and trail circulation will be developed for the park property with graphic and/or air photo detail to communicate design SRF Consulting Group, Inc.25 intent and outcomes. Up to three (3) concept alternatives will be prepared for review and comment by City Staff, stakeholder groups, community, Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council. Outcomes of this process will begin to guide the devel- opment of preliminary recommendations for the master plan. City responsibilities include: »Provide meeting room facility for community meetings. »Provide comment and feedback on master plan concept alternatives. SRF Team responsibilities include: »Develop park development program opportunities to be considered. »Develop up to three (3) concept alternatives for organizing new park amenities and trail circulation. »Review concept alternatives for comment and feedback by project stakeholders. »- ics as an outgrowth of stakeholder input, site analysis and issues and opportunities. Design outcomes will also address integration of natural, historical, and cultural resource areas. »Prepare additional concept graphics such as section, eleva-tion, aerial or ground level perspectives to communicate design intent, as needed. 4. Vegetation and Wetland Impacts Evaluation Building on our Site Inventory and Analysis, existing vegetation and wetland types will be evaluated as a part of determining locations for suitable trail alignments and park amenities. Implications for locating trail systems within the golf course boundary will also be evaluated for compatibility with recon- struction efforts. City responsibilities include: »Provide available wetland delineation mapping for park and golf course property »Provide current plans for golf course reconstruction SRF Team responsibilities include: » types and ecological quality based on the presence of inva- sive vegetation and other disturbances. » plant communities to be avoided with new park or trail improvements. »Assess wetland types, locations, and permitting impli- cations for setbacks and implementation of park improvements 5. Draft Master Plan and Natural Resource Management Recommendations Using feedback provided by City Staff, stakeholder groups, pol- icy makers, and the general-public, park programming, trail - mended for the master plan. Careful consideration of minimiz- ing impacts to existing natural resource, and wildlife habitat areas will be an integral part of draft master plan recommenda- tions. Recommendations will also be provided for guiding long term management of natural resources within the park. City responsibilities include: »Provide comment and feedback on preferred draft master »Provide comment and feedback on natural resource man-agement recommendations SRF Team responsibilities include: »-ing trail alignments and new park amenities 6. Final Master Plan Recommendations - SRF will prepare a 75% complete and 95% complete draft park master plan document and address comments and feedback document will be prepared after incorporating 95% review comments. Recognizing that adequate time periods should be provided master plan recommendations, a two week review period has been allocated at the end of the draft master plan preparation phase for stakeholder and public comment. This time frame will before moving forward to the Park and Recreation Commission City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan26 City responsibilities include: »recommendations. SRF Team responsibilities include: » »Prepare cost estimate and phasing plan »Assist with developing operations and maintenance plan for park 7. Stakeholder Engagement For the development of this master plan for Braemar Park, gath- ering feedback and input from a wide range of stakeholders will and approvals. Along with engaging City Staff, stakeholder groups, the Parks Commission, and City Council, outreach to the general public will also play an important role in assessing and determining programming, amenity and trail improvements to be incorporated in to the master plan. Attending other City wide events like the Edina Art Fair or 4th of July events could also potentially be used to solicit comment and feedback from the general public in a pop up meeting format during the master planning process. The following primary forms of stakeholder engagement will be used during the master planning process: Community at Large Meetings Prepare for and solicit input and feedback from local neigh-borhood and community residents in an open house meeting format to review master plan concepts and draft master plan recommendations. Partner Stakeholder Meetings Prepare for and assist with facilitating up to three focus group meetings to gain a better understanding of issues and opportu- nities. Complete site walk and prepare written meeting summa- ries. Targeted stakeholder groups consist of: »Edina High School Ski Teams »Minnesota Off Road Cyclists (MORC) »Permitting Agencies (USACE, BWSR, MnDNR, Watershed District) Parks and Recreation Commission and City Council Meetings -ommendations during the project. Proposed topics for the meet-ings include: »Review of concept alternatives »Draft review of master plan recommendations » On-Line Public Involvement (to be coordinated with City Staff) Online engagement is a fundamental aspect of our public engagement approach and strategy as it is meant to comple- ment face-to-face engagement activities, be accessible from any location at any time, and involve community members who do not typically participate in the public process. Online engage- participate in a planning process that is transparent, convenient, and on their own schedule, ultimately building consensus and creating authentic, meaningful engagement in the community throughout the master plan development timeline. Social Media Facebook, Twitter, Linke- dIn, You Tube, and Blogger are social networking tools that can boost a public out- reach strategy. Using social media can increase overall participation by attracting individuals who may not want to go to a traditional public open house meetings. Social media also encourages a two-way con- versation with the public and is now used by people of all ages and backgrounds. This can assist with reaching stakeholders who may otherwise not be engaged in the planning process. Interactive Websites Interactive website service providers, such as my Sidewalk, offer another convenient online forum for the general public to contribute ideas about what they want and need in their com- munities. Park users and stakeholder groups can submit ideas, comment on others’ ideas, and vote for the ideas they like best. These service providers can also process and prioritize com- ments and feedback so they can be more easily summarized and SRF Consulting Group, Inc.27 incorporated into a master planning effort. Providing links on the City’s web site to social media and on line website provid- ers will also help publicize the master planning process to and maximize visibility to the general public. APPROACH TO QUALITY CONTROL SRF is proud of our ongoing quality management program that we apply to all of our projects. Quality management is an inte- gral part of our corporate culture and will be fully used on the Braemar Park Master Plan. Quality Management Plan (QMP) SRF has amassed a wide array of experience and project exam-ples allowing us to address almost any issue that may arise during a project. We apply these experiences and “lessons learned” to promote thoroughness within our projects and we have published an internal Quality Management Plan (QMP) that is applied to every project we undertake. Overall project quality assurance (QA) is incorporated into our projects tasks and senior staff members conduct timely quality control (QC) reviews to ensure an accurate end product and that deliverables conform to expectations. Additionally, each project starts with an internal kick-off meeting to address project roles; discuss the work plan, schedule, budget and deliverables; and explain the will be assigned to provide a rigorous, independent review and check of all our deliverable products. LICENSE/INSURANCE/CONFLICT OF INTEREST - erly licensed and insured in the State of Minnesota and have City of Edina. City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan28 Complete site inventory & analysis Evaluate vegetation & wetland resourcesReview Park Programming opportunities with Park & Rec Commission & City Council Park & Rec Commission & City Council review & comment Gather/Review site background information Develop natural resource management recommendations Develop construction & operations cost estimates Review & recommendations 2017 Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov 1. Review draft recommendations with community for comment & feedback Complete site walk/table top discussion with Edina HS, MORC, & permitting agencies Identify site programming opportunities Solicit park programming ideas/ opportunities with community Review concepts with community for comment & feedback = Work Task = Stakeholder Input = Community Input = Policymaker Review/Approvals Develop trail alignment & new park amenity concept alternatives alternatives into preferred Master Plan recommendations Park & Rec Commission review & City Council approval SRF Consulting Group, Inc.29 Complete site inventory & analysis Evaluate vegetation & wetland resourcesReview Park Programming opportunities with Park & Rec Commission & City Council Park & Rec Commission & City Council review & comment Gather/Review site background information Develop natural resource management recommendations Develop construction & operations cost estimates Review & recommendations 2017 JunJulAug Sep Oct Nov 1. Review draft recommendations with community for comment & feedback Complete site walk/table top discussion with Edina HS, MORC, & permitting agencies Identify site programming opportunities Solicit park programming ideas/ opportunities with community Review concepts with community for comment & feedback = Work Task = Stakeholder Input = Community Input = Policymaker Review/Approvals Develop trail alignment & new park amenity concept alternatives alternatives into preferred Master Plan recommendations Park & Rec Commission review & City Council approval City of Edina Braemar Park Master Plan30 Rate Schedule TASK NO. WORK TASK DESCRIPTIONPRINCIPALSR. ASSOC. ASSOCIATEPROF.AESTRAIL SOURCE TOTALSESTIMATED FEE1.0 PROJECT START UP/GATHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION 1.1 Assemble basemapping 0 0 0 4 0 12 16 1.2 Review park background information 1 1 0 4 0 0 6 1.3 Complete site visit 3 3 0 0 3 3 12 SUBTOTAL - TASK 1 4 4 0 8 3 15 34 $3,584 2.0 SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS 2.1 Complete inventory and assessment of existing park facilities, trail circulation, vegetation, and water resources 1 8 0 16 8 0 33 2.2 Identify park site and trail development opportuni- ties and constraints 2 12 0 16 2 2 34 SUBTOTAL - TASK 2 3 20 0 32 10 2 67 $6,613 3.0 PROGRAMMING/CONCEPT ALTERNATIVES 3.1 Evaluate and determine programming options to be considered for park 2 4 0 8 0 0 14 3.2 Evaluate trail user group needs and amenities 2 4 0 8 0 4 18 3.3 Prepare 2-3 master plan development concepts and new proposed park amenities 4 24 0 40 4 20 92 SUBTOTAL - TASK 3 8 32 0 56 4 24 124 $12,368 4.0 VEGETATION AND WETLAND IMPACT EVALUATION 4.1 Identify vegetation and water resources to be avoided with new park and trail improvements 1 2 0 0 12 0 15 4.2 Identify implications for permitting approvals 1 4 0 1 4 0 10 SUBTOTAL - TASK 4 2 6 0 1 16 0 25 $2,767 5.0 DRAFT MASTER PLAN CONCEPT AND NATURAL RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS 5.1 Prepare a preferred master plan concept with additional details and associated narrative 0 0 0 40 4 0 44 5.2 Provide general vegetation management recommendations 0 0 0 1 40 0 41 SRF Consulting Group, Inc.31 Rate Schedule an hourly basis or substitute for other meetings not used during the planning process. SRF will not complete any out of scope work prior TASK NO. WORK TASK DESCRIPTIONPRINCIPALSR. ASSOC. ASSOCIATEPROF.AESTRAIL SOURCE TOTALSESTIMATED FEE1.0PROJECT START UP/GATHER BACKGROUND INFORMATION 1.1Assemble basemapping 000401216 1.2Review park background information1104006 1.3Complete site visit33003312 SUBTOTAL - TASK 1440831534$3,584 2.0SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS 2.1Complete inventory and assessment of existing park facilities, trail circulation, vegetation, and water resources 180168033 2.2Identify park site and trail development opportuni- ties and constraints 2120162234 SUBTOTAL - TASK 232003210267$6,613 3.0PROGRAMMING/CONCEPT ALTERNATIVES 3.1Evaluate and determine programming options to be considered for park 24080014 3.2Evaluate trail user group needs and amenities 24080418 3.3Prepare 2-3 master plan development concepts and new proposed park amenities 42404042092 SUBTOTAL - TASK 3832056424124$12,368 4.0VEGETATION AND WETLAND IMPACT EVALUATION 4.1Identify vegetation and water resources to be avoided with new park and trail improvements 120012015 4.2Identify implications for permitting approvals 14014010 SUBTOTAL - TASK 4260116025$2,767 5.0DRAFT MASTER PLAN CONCEPT AND NATURAL RESOURCE RECOMMENDATIONS 5.1Prepare a preferred master plan concept with additional details and associated narrative000404044 5.2Provide general vegetation management recommendations 000140041 TASK NO. WORK TASK DESCRIPTIONPRINCIPALSR. ASSOC. ASSOCIATEPROF.AESTRAIL SOURCE TOTALSESTIMATED FEESUBTOTAL - TASK 5 0 0 0 41 44 0 85 $7,475 6.0 FINAL MASTER PLAN RECOMMENDATIONS 6.1 Prepare cost estimate, phasing plan, and opera- tions and maintenance plan 1 8 0 0 4 2 15 6.2 identify, and prioritize park site, trail, and natural resource improvements for implementation 4 16 0 60 2 2 84 6.3 Identify funding opportunities for implementing park improvements 0 1 0 1 2 0 4 SUBTOTAL - TASK 6 5 25 0 61 8 4 103 $9,755 7.0 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT/MEETINGS 7.1 10 10 0 0 2 2 24 7.2 Attend three (3) on site stakeholder meetings 6 6 0 0 0 4 16 7.3 Attend three (3) Park and Recreation Commission meetings 6 0 0 0 4 0 10 7.4 Attend three (3) City Council meetings 6 0 0 0 4 0 10 7.5 Attend three (3) Public Open House meetings 9 9 0 0 4 4 26 SUBTOTAL - TASK 7 37 25 0 0 14 10 86 $11,852 TOTAL ESTIMATED PERSON-HOURS 59 112 0 199 99 55 524 AVERAGE HOURLY BILLING RATES $171 $125 $0 $75 $100 $100 ESTIMATED LABOR AND OVERHEAD $10,089 $14,000 $0 $14,925 $9,900 $5,500 $54,414 ESTIMATED DIRECT NON-SALARY EXPENSES 1100 Miles @ 0.535 $589 TOTAL ESTIMATED FEE $55,003 ESTIMATE OF DIRECT NON-SALARY EXPENSES: MILEAGE:Personal Vehicles 1100 Miles @ 0.535 $589 ESTIMATED DIRECT NON-SALARY EXPENSES $589 2018 Work Plan Ideas • Alternative funding City matching Adaptive recreation • Marketing Real Time; twitter • Research adult athletics • Environmental stewardship • Access mapping • Paths around parks • Marcom plan/website • Budget fundraising Fred/Arden/Weber/Braemar • Connect parks through paths • Review CIP list • Invasive species plan • Specialized facilities Dog, soccer, golf volleyball • Better develop Parks & Recreation Commission park ownership Process activities • How do we best operationalize our park “ownership”? • Develop creative funding options • Expand communication on specific park items of interest Parks & Recreation Commission blogs Parks & Recreation Commission involvement in . . .? • City Council appetite for sponsorship • Opportunity to designate connection to other organization that impacts our efforts • How to help improve wayfinding to Edina parks • Low/zero capital • Sanction “informal” dog parks/out of season hockey rinks • Better connection with other Edina commissions • What does success look like? Metrics . . . City Council Updates By Scott Neal June 20, 2017 • The City Council received an update on the status of the proposed master plan for Fred Richards Park. • City Council approved a proposal to replace the city’s current fleet of golf carts at Braemar Golf Course with new leased electric golf carts later this summer. • City Council received a petition from residents opposing the creation of new athletic fields at Fred Richards Park. Janet Canton From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 3:55 PM Subject: FW: Arden Park Good afternoon, This message has been forwarded to the Mayor and Council members, Ann Kattreh and Janet Canton. Lynette Biunno, Receptionist 952-927-8861 I Fax 952-826-0389 Ibiunno@EdinaMN.gov I EdinaMN.gov From: Lisa Turner [mailto:Lisa@turnerhospitality.com] Sent: Thursday, June 15, 2017 3:15 PM To: Edina Mail Subject: Arden Park Dear City Council, The residents on or nearest the park are affected the most by the proposed changes to the park. We have so many wonderful parks in Edina and nearby Minneapolis that are more manicured and give access to walking etc. Arden Park is a more "natural" setting. By putting in walking paths and observation decks etc . the park is turned into a "planned and manicured" park, not a wild natural setting. Also, there is a cost to the proposed changes. Shouldn't the residents decide if we "need" to spend more money on something like this? I think most people agree that dead wood can be taken down and a few updates would be nice but to change the flow of the creek, take out trees to add "observation lookouts" and add more paths just doesn't make sense. I hope you really count the emails you receive "in favor of" vs. "not in favor" of the current proposed plan and weigh that against what the watershed wants to do. They don't know what's best for our community, we do! Thank you for your consideration of my comments, Best Regards, Lisa Turner Woodland Road 1 Janet Canton From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail Sent: Friday, June 16, 2017 11:03 AM Subject: FW: The WaterFall at 54th Good morning, This message has been forwarded to the Mayor and Council members, Ann Kattreh and Janet Canton. Lynette Biunno, Receptionist 952-927-8861 I Fax 952-826-0389 IbiunnoEdinaMN.qov I EdinaMN.gov From: Patricia Spinosa [mailto:neelyspinosa0gmail.com] Sent: Friday, June 16, 2017 11:01 AM To: Edina Mail Subject: The WaterFall at 54th Dear Officials of Edina I STRONGLY oppose the very concept of Altering the Waterfall at 54 th Street. I have lived at 5605 Vincent Avenue since 1950. I reside at that Childhood home now as a Senior. Many a project concerning water and its FLOW and USAGE even with good intention and a thought out plans have turned into a later BLUNDER. I have experience as one who has tried remedy those Blunders on a Gilbert Creek project In Western Wisconsin. I speak from an Experienced point of view..., alongside my emotional apprehensions.. Once done ..Only Nature and her Generosity, alongside Time will correct a Blunder... AND That is NOT a guarantee. !!! PLEASE LISTEN TO YOUR CONSTITUENTS ! Thank You. With Urgency Pat Spinosa 5605 Vincent Avenue South Minneapolis Mn 55410 612-922-6817 Janet Canton From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 10:11 AM Subject: FW: Arden Park Good morning, This message has been forwarded to the Mayor and Council members, Ann Kattreh and Janet Canton. Lynette Biunno, Receptionist ) 952-927-8861 I Fax 952-826-0389 Ibiunno@EdinaMN.qov I EdinaMN.gov From: Chris Beutz [nnailto:juliebeutz(aicloud.corn] Sent: Sunday, June 18, 2017 2:50 PM To: Edina Mail Subject: Arden Park We are wondering what the postponement means in regards to moving forward. We think the plan is GREAT and will allow for more types of recreation in the park which benefits more than those who fish. Is the council still voting in July 19th? Thanks! Sent from my iPhone Janet Canton From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 12:56 PM Subject: FW: support arden park Good afternoon, This message has been forwarded to the Mayor and Council members, Ann Kattreh and Janet Canton. Lynette Biunno, Receptionist 952-927-8861 I Fax 952-826-0389 Ibiunno@EdinaMN.gov I EdinaMN.gov Original Message From: chris [mailto:christopherbeutz@msn.com] Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 9:38 AM To: James Hovland; Edina Mail Cc: Jessica Vanderwerff Wilson Subject: support arden park Jim, Our hope is that a few overly vocal people do not overpower the opinion of the council. We live right next to the "waterfall" on Woodcrest and see the true benefit of helping the health of the creek while making the park more useful for ALL residents, not only those who fish. We are in strong support of the Arden Park Project. Regards" Julie Beutz 1 Janet Canton From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail Sent: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 8:05 AM Subject: FW: Save The Waterfall And The Rustic Beauty Of Arden Park Good morning, This message has been forwarded to the Mayor and Council members, Ann Kattreh and Janet Canton. Lynette Biunno, Receptionist 952-927-8861 I Fax 952-826-0389 IbiunnoEdinaMN.00v I EdinaMN.gov From: Lee Ann Owens [mailto:Lee.Encore0outlook.com] Sent: Monday, June 19, 2017 5:14 PM To: Edina Mail Subject: Save The Waterfall And The Rustic Beauty Of Arden Park As an 11-year Edina home owner, I've seen my neighborhood change. Tear-downs are commonplace resulting in: far fewer and smaller trees, bigger driveways, more privacy fences, front lawns dominated by huge expanses of concrete instead of attaching to the back alley. The new development has reduced the amount of shade and curb appeal to the point I no longer walk my dog around my home. Arden Park was my favorite alternative. Now that park is slated for betterment in the guise of improved water quality. Please stop this wasteful tax spending and leave Arden Park as is. We already have a manicured park at Centennial Lakes, and there are better ways to improve water quality. • Educate homeowners on the high environmental cost of lawn chemicals use. Work to ban or tax lawn chemicals like cigarettes. (Besides ongoing "Chem Lawn" professional lawn care spraying, how sad it is to see homeowners hand-spraying weeds instead of just pulling them up. Spray ends up in the creek.) Large expanses of cut grass invite lawn chemical use in the quest of the perfect lawn. Maybe the incorporation at least in part of some other types of plants would be better: prairie plantings, rain gardens etc. • Encourage storm drain adoptions by homeowners. Storm drains require regular clean up. Form block clubs for it. Get kids involved. • Have litter clean up days in the park with a volunteer picnic after the work is done. Get the neighborhood involved. Have fun contests with prizes for them. • Encourage home owner rain garden installations. Give some kind of credit to people who go to the effort and expense to get these right. • Decrease mosquitoes and other bugs naturally (to discourage lawn spraying for bugs): Start a plan to add purple martin houses on city property and buildings. Encourage home owners to do the same. • For the monarchs and other good bugs: Let the milkweed grow (some is trying to come up by the fire hydrant by the ice rink but it is mowed over. Cut down noxious weeds instead -- like the common mullein along the adjacent sidewalk). • Add more to the canopy. Adopting a city-wide boulevard-street tree planting program like Minneapolis does. Have at least one shade tree in front of every home and more for larger lots. Put a tax on these new 1 house tear-downs to pay for consistent tree installation and maintenance. Plant two trees for every one cut. By doing the above, Edina and Arden Park would be a more environmentally sound area that would improve water quality. Sincerely, Lee Ann Owens 2