HomeMy WebLinkAbout1975-06-10 Park Board MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EDINA PARK BOARD HELD
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 1975 AT THE
EDINA CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: J. Rice, M. McDonald, V. Shaw, D. Pavek, G. Warner, A. Fischer
J. Lonsbury and P. Turnbull
MEMBERS ABSENT: F. Winter and J. Sweetland
STAFF PRESENT: K. Rosland, B. Kojetin, R. Jacobson, G. Hughes and B. Peterson
OTHERS PRESENT: Mrs. O'Brien
I. Mrs. Lonsbury moved to approve the minutes of May 13, 1975 as written and
submitted. Mrs. Shaw seconded and the motion was approved.
II. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-6 (M.P. JOHNSONS PROSPECT HILLS 3RD ADDITION)
Mr. Rice reminded the Board that when reviewing land dedications the Board's
function was not planning or zoning interest but strictly for park purposes.
Mr. Rosland briefly reviewed S-75-6, generally located north of Kemrich Drive,
south of Lee Valley Circle and east of Fleetwood Drive.
The developers are proposing to dedicate 11.5% of the land, I acre, for park
purposes. This is in accordance with the park plans as it joins south and west
of presently owned parkland.
Mr. Pavek moved to approve Planning request S-75-6. Mr. Fischer seconded and
the motion was approved.
III. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-7 (WARDEN ACRES AUSTIN REPLAT)
Mr. Rosland reviewed S-75-7 generally located south of Grove Street and east
of Johnson Drive. It was the staffs' recommendation to approve the 5% cash, $2,500
In lieu of land dedication.
Mr. Pavek moved to approve S-75-7, $2,500, cash in lieu of land dedication.
Mr. Warner seconded and the motion was approved.
IV. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-8 (NINE MILE NORTH - 2ND ADDITION)
Mr. Rosland presented the proposal of the subdivision S-75-8 generally located
north of the Londonderry Townhouse Development, east of Lincoln Drive and Nine Mile
Creek.
The staff recommends that inasmuch as the developer meets his density require-
ment that land be dedicated for floodplain as required by the Nine Mile Creek Water-
shed and also that 5% cash be contributed.
Mrs. Lonsbury approved the staffs' recommendation in regards to S-75-8. Mr.
Fischer seconded and the motion was approved.
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V. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-9 (NAGENGAST ADDITION)
Mr. Rosland briefly reviewed S-75-9 generally located south of the Crosstown
Highway and north of Doran Drive. The developer is proposing to dedicate 5% cash
$1,250, in lieu of land dedication.
In accordance with the staffs' recommendation, Mr. Pavek moved to approve
S-75-9. Mr. Fischer seconded and the motion was approved.
VI. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-10 (HEATHER HILLS)
Mr. Rosland briefly reviewed S-75-10 generally located north of Vernon Avenue
and east of Heather Lane. The staff recommended 5% cash, $1,250, in lieu of land
dedication.
Mr. Pavek moved to approve S-75-10 as recommended by staff members. Mr.
Warner seconded and the motion was approved.
VII. PLANNING REQUEST S -75 -II (INTERLACHEN HILLS 2ND ADDITION)
Mr. Rosland presented S-75-11 generally located south of the Interlachen Hills
Apartments, east of County Road 18 and west of Malibu Drive.
Mr. Rosland stated that the developer is dedicating 5% of his land in the Nine
Mile Creek floodplain. Mr. Rice requested that if possible, a floating deed similar
to the Carl Hansen properties, be set up so that the Board has an opportunity to
check further regarding better property that may be used in conjunction with the
Hansen property for park development. Mr. Rosland concurred if this was the feeling
from the Board.
After a brief discussion, Mr. Pavek moved that the Park Board recommend to
Council that S -75 -II be tabled until such time that the Planning Department recheck
and rethink the total situation of the northwest corner after the results of the
Grandview Cemetery court decision and the outcome of the bond referendum. However,
It was further moved that Mr. Kenneth's subdivision construction be allowed to
commence. Mrs. Lonsbury seconded and the motion was approved.
VIII. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-13 (IROQUOIS HILLS 6TH ADDITION)
Mr. Rosland stated that due to this presently being discussed at the Planning
Commission, that the Board table this until a later date. All members concurred.
No action taken.
IX. PLANNING REQUEST S-75-14 (VICTORSENS TIMBERVIEW ADDITION)
Mr. Rosland reminded the Board that action had been taken on S-75-14 at a
previous Board meeting and no action was required from the Board at this time.
However, Mr. Rice wished to reiterate to Council the Board's recommendation of
requesting both land and cash dedication since he is using his full density for
development. All members concurred.
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X. RECREATION REPORT
Mr. Kojetin stated that the summer registration for all summer activities had
been held without any major incidents. At the present time, swimming registration
Is at a decrease due to additional activities available to the residents.
Mr. Jacobson reported on the newly implemented tennis reservation system at
the Edina West Courts. At present the program seemed to be running smoothly and
will keep the Board members up-to-date.
Discussion was held on the tennis tournament within the City of Edina. Mr.
Jacobson briefly reviewed the annual tennis tournament and stated that included
within this tournament would be the qualifying tennis tournament for the National
Public Parks Tennis Tournament to be held in Minneapolis this year.
Mr. Kojetin also reported that the concession stand at the Braemar Shelter
Building was open during the evening hours.
Mr. Rosland announced that the Annual Braemar Inspection Tour is tentatively
scheduled on July 22, 1975.
XI. BOND ISSUE
Discussion was held on the pending bond issue to be held September 4, 1975.
Mr. Rosland stated that a "sell committee" should be appointed to further discuss
the bond issue, distribute a brochure and contact the various organizations through-
out the community.
Mr. Rice stated that prior to recommending to Council a "sell committee" that
he would meet with Mr. Rosland, Mr. Highes and Mr. McConville of the Open Space
Committee to do preliminary work on the bond issue.
The Park Board will be able to review the brochure at the July Park Board
meeting for the members' approval.
Mr. Hughes stated that the Open Space Committee wished to have only two
Instead of three questions stated on the referendum. Mr. Rice stated that this could
be discussed and be reviewed at the next meeting.
XII. Mr. Rosland announced progress of obtaining matching funds from the Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District for improvements at Bredesen Park. They have agreed to
contribute $25,000 on a matching basis.
Mr. Rosland stated that he will be attempting to secure additional funds for
park improvements along the Nine Mile Greek and will keep the Board up-to-date.
XIII. Meeting adjourned at 9:30 pm.
Respectfully submitted,
Ken Rosland, Secretary
Edina Park Board
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