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IMPLEMENTATION FRAMEWORK
APPENDIX A
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APPENDIX A
Our vision/ mission for Natural Resources and sustainable parks is to protect and
restore our natural resources and maximize the ecosystem services that parks
provide to the community.
NATURAL RESOURCES AND
SUSTAINABLE PARKS
STRATEGY 1.1
Create a full-time position for a Natural Resource Manager to lead and manage natural resource preservation and
education efforts - as recommended in 2013 Urban Forest Task Force report (UFTF).
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
1.1.1 Hire a qualified Natural Resources Manager.2016 Full-time position created.
1.1.2 Prioritize work tasks such as working to complete
NRI and management plan, applying for grants, developing
connections with other departments, leading environmental
education efforts, membership on City Commissions,
assisting with wildlife issues, invasive species (buckthorn),
and coordinating volunteer efforts.
2020
Completion of NRI and
management plan, successful
grant applications.
STRATEGY 1.2
Complete a comprehensive Natural Resources Inventory (NRI) on all Park properties with an emphasis on existing
resources protection and invasive species assessment and management.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.2.1 Adopt a City-wide policy of no net loss of natural areas
and open spaces.2016 Update database.
1.2.2 Collect all existing data and studies conducted into
one centralized document.2017 Completed report.
1.2.3 Hire a qualified consultant to complete NRI and
management plan.2018 Completed NRI &
Management Plan.
1.2.4 Maintain and update existing tree inventory and
database with an emphasis on invasive and disease
susceptible species and heritage trees.
Ongoing Update database.
1.2.5 Identify and protect the City’s highest quality natural
resources and areas.2017 Completed NRI, policy to not
impact identified areas.
1.2.6 Apply for grants to assist in control invasive species -
http://www.invasivespeciesinfo.gov/toolkit/grantsrequests.
shtml
2016 per grant
schedule
Submit application and
receive a grant.
NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 1 - PROTECT, ENHANCE, AND RESTORE THE CITY’S NATURAL RESOURCES
AND NATURAL AREAS.
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STRATEGY 1.3
Increase connections and access to natural areas and environmental resources.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.3.1 Create programs that provide education and get
residents outside to experience natural resources throughout
the City (e.g. Master Naturalist programs, seasonal education
walks, etc.)
2016 Create 1 new program or tour
by 2016
1.3.2 Coordinate access with system wide trails plan.2018 Completed NRI & Manage-
ment Plan
1.3.3 Identify low-use park land areas that could be
converted to native or low input ground covers to lessen
maintenance and provide greater habitat.
2018
Concept plans outlining
areas for conversion of turf.
Individual park master plans
1.3.4 Incorporate more native landscaping and native gar-
dens into parks. Work with existing volunteer base - Garden
Club.
2018 Create one native plant
demonstration garden
1.3.5 Study feasibility of creating infrastructure to
support environmental education initiatives (e.g. outdoor
amphitheaters, natural playgrounds, picnic pavilions, etc.) -
evaluate potential sites and case studies. Consider Bredesen
and areas on north side of 62 that are currently under served
with facilities.
2019
ID funding for an
Environmental Learning
Center
1.3.6 Develop natural resource based education and
volunteer programs that develop a strong connection with
community/ neighborhood centers.
2018 New programs and/ or
partnerships in place by 2017.
1.3.7 Continue with and build upon existing successful
programs such as the buckthorn removal program.Ongoing Visible buckthorn reduction
1.3.8 Develop partnerships with non-profits, education
agencies, and other environmental education associates 2017 New programs and/ or
partnerships in place by 2017
1.2.7 Prioritize the next 5 years of restoration goals, invasive
species control efforts, and maintenance operations.2017
Completed NRI &
Management Plan and
budget.
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STRATEGY 2.2
Develop more sustainable parks and trails infrastructure that are resilient to impacts of climate change.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.2.1 Conduct a climate change risk assessment for all Parks
facilities, infrastructure, vegetation, and areas susceptible to
extensive storm damage.
2018 Complete climate change
risk assessment.
2.2.2 Use the Sustainable Sites Initiate (SITES®) as a guide
for for new park development and retrofits, and to create
a green operations plan. SITES® is the landscape and site
equivalent to LEED and is the most comprehensive guide and
objective sustainability rating system for the landscape www.
sustainablesites.org
2017
Utilize SSI checklist for all
new and major renovation
projects.
2.2.3 Utilize Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design
(LEED), Minnesota’s B3 program, and/or the Living Building
Challenge to guide future parks and facilities renovations and
new construction projects. Prioritize energy efficiency, water
conservation and other building functions with direct cost
impacts.
2018
Integrate into all master
plans and redevelopment
guides. Hire only LEED
certified consultants.
Require LEED certification
for new buildings.
STRATEGY 2.1
Maintain excellence in park maintenance operations, continue to explore environmentally friendly/ sustainable
practices, and increase natural areas maintenance expertise and ability.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.1.1 Follow recommendations of the 2013 UFTF report.2016 Review items from report for
completion.
2.1.2 Educate residents on current initiatives (e.g. turf grass
maintenance).2017
Create marketing materials
and post in park and/or give
presentations throughout City.
2.1.3 Complete cost/ benefit analysis of the long term cost/
benefits of turf grass maintenance vs. natural areas and
communicate results to Park Board, City Council, and Public.
2018
Create marketing materials
and post in park and/or give
presentations throughout City.
2.1.4 Identify key species or planting strategies to be used
throughout the City that maximize benefits and minimize
future maintenance - work with Garden Club to grow.
2018 Complete 1 native plant
demonstration garden in park.
2.1.5 Provide training for Park Maintenance staff to maximize
efficiency and quality of natural resource management.2018 Natural resource management
plan informed training.
2.1.6 Consider hiring or supplementing natural resource
maintenance activities with an outside consultant.2018 Identify maintenance and
operations responsibilities.
NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 2 - CREATE MORE RESILIENT AND SUSTAINABLE PARKS, FACILITIES AND
LANDSCAPES.
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NATURAL RESOURCES GOAL 3 - PROTECT AND RESTORE EDINA’S WATER RESOURCES.
STRATEGY 3.1
Maintain the Park System’s flood storage abilities and follow floodplain regulations.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
3.1.1 Coordinate with Engineering Dept. to meet changing
regulations and integrate into future planning and master
planning projects.
Ongoing
Yearly review of regulations,
review all projects as
proposed.
3.1.2 Coordinate with Engineering Dept. to consider joining
Hennepin County’s Wetland Health Evaluation Program
(WHEP) that engages community members in monitoring
wetland and water quality. ) http://www.mnwhep.org/
2017 Program membership.
3.1.3 Explore opportunities to plant buffers on ponds, lakes,
and streams within park property to prevent against erosion
and provide habitat.
2017-2020
New water quality buffers
established in parks each
year and/or in concert with
adjacent City work.
STRATEGY 3.2
Improve Edina’s water resources through the Park System.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
3.2.1 Partner with Nine Mile and Minnehaha Creek Watershed
Districts on public education efforts focusing on lawn care
management practices that improve water quality and
increase wildlife habitat.
2018 Identify and implement 1 pilot
project in a park.
3.2.2 Reduce impervious surfaces and integrate green
infrastructure and stormwater BMPs to treat runoff from all
park and facilities impervious surfaces.
2018 Identify and implement 1 pilot
project in a park.
3.2.3 Partner with Environmental Engineering Dept. to identify
opportunities to increase water quality throughout the City
- identifying opportunities to treat City stormwater on Park
property to benefit both.
2017
Apply for planning grant
to study opportunities
for integrating green
infrastructure - Create a
master plan with grant funding
from Watershed District to
analyze.
3.2.4 Minimize potable water use for irrigation by reducing
irrigation needs, increasing irrigation system efficiency, and
providing alternative water sources.
2017 Evaluate current water usage
annually.
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STRATEGY 3.3
Provide more active and passive recreation opportunities and educational efforts focused on water resources.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
3.3.1 Continue support of popular fishing programs such as
MnDNR’s learn to fish, and explore other similar opportunities
to engage youth in natural resource based outdoor activities.
2015 Ongoing
Continue existing programs
and develop 1 new youth
focused natural resource
program by 2016.
3.3.2 Expand fishing access opportunities with increased fish
habitat, fishing infrastructure, and programs on Lake Cornelia,
and Centennial Lake.
2016
Develop one new fishing
program and/or access
infrastructure at 1 park.
3.3.3 Partner with Nine Mile Creek and Minnehaha Creek
Watershed Districts to take advantage of their water quality
education programs.
2015
Participate in a minimum of
1 program and provide links
to programs through Parks
website and
3.3.4 Develop signage for passive interpretation of water
resources. Focus on popular and/ or quality resources such
as Minnehaha Creek, Nine Mile Creek & Trail, etc.
2018 Install signs at key water
access areas
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PARKS, OPEN SPACE & TRAILS
Our vision for parks, open spaces, and trails is to ensure parks are a source of
community pride by providing a balance of active and passive spaces that
are well connected and reflect high quality design principles and maintenance
standards; allowing all residents to engage in healthy activities.
PARKS GOAL 1- PROMOTE CONNECTIONS TO THE PARK SYSTEM WITHIN THE CITY, AND TO THE
SURROUNDING REGION
STRATEGY 1.1
Prioritize the development and implementation of a multi-use trail network that connects parks and facilities together,
and connects to key destinations throughout the City.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.1.1 Achieve a .75 miles per 1,000 people goal for hard
surface trails to connect neighborhoods, major attractions
(historical and cultural), and community parks via trails.
2016-2026
Add 15 additional miles of
trail to meet 2019 population
projections (in addition to Nine
Mile Creek trail).
1.1.2 Coordinate with Engineering to seek funding to support
developing a system of on street shared lanes, separated
bike lanes, and off-street hard surface trails connecting to
parks. Prioritize off-street trails and separate bike lanes.
Ongoing Dollars committed in the 2016
budget to trail implementation.
1.1.3 Coordinate with Engineering Department
and collaborate with other Community programs
including Bike Edina, Edina Living Streets
program, Active Routes to Schools, Sidewalk
Priority Plan, and Capital Improvement Plan.
Ongoing
Identify shovel ready projects
and commit dollars in the 2018
budget
1.1.4 Provide facilities to support existing trails and the
new Nine Mile Creek Regional trail e.g. - restrooms, drinking
fountains, and appropriate waste/ recycling facilities.
2020
Identify facility needs and
incorporate into capital
improvements plan.
1.1.5 Provide facilities in parks to fully supported
bicycle use including adequate bike parking and racks,
bicycle library, covered parking, tandem bikes for senior,
bike trailers for families, and repair stands, etc...
2020 Identify shovel ready projects
and commit dollars to 2020.
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STRATEGY 1.3
Market parks and programs throughout the city to inform residents of offerings.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.3.1 Dedicate communications staff to EPRD efforts. 2016 Dedicate communications
staff for.
1.3.2 Present this Strategic Plan across departments and
community groups that may be unfamiliar with it to build
connections.
2015 Presentations to non-
traditional groups.
1.3.3 Create and implement a naming policy for parks and
future facilities.2016 Integrate into Parks plan by
2017.
PARKS GOAL 2 - ENSURE EXCELLENCE AND EQUITABLE ACCESS TO PARKS FOR ALL RESIDENTS.
STRATEGY 2.1
Pursue Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) Accreditation and strive for Gold
Medal Recognition.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.1.1 Research CAPRA requirements, highlight where EPRD
has gaps, and develop plan to achieve requirements.2017 Apply and achieve CAPRA
accreditation.
2.1.2 Apply for Gold Medal Award.2020 Receive Gold Medal Award
recognition.
STRATEGY 1.2
Develop, refine, and implement the branding, signage, and wayfinding plan included in this strategic plan.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.2.1 Create a comprehensive branding, signage and
wayfinding plan for all EPRD properties and programs.2016 Dedicated funding for
completing branding plan.
1.2.2 Coordinate with other departments and incorporate
branding throughout City materials. 2017 Update websites, implement
first installation project(s).
1.2.3 Replace park signage with updated branding.2016+Replace signage with phased
approach.
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STRATEGY 2.2
Match development and redevelopment of park system and maintenance facilities to population growth and
demographics changes.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.2.1 Transition under utilized amenities and replace with
more productive amenities that are tied to neighborhood
needs (Reference Edina Level of Service Standards file).
2025
Updated Park Master Plans
remove outdated amenities as
part of lifecycle management
plan every year for the next
five years.
2.2.2 Refer to included facility assessments and inventories
to identify key facilities such as restrooms, drinking fountains,
signage, parking, and other comfort and convenience
features in need of replacement, and develop a plan to
replace deficient infrastructure not meeting Park System
standards.
2018
Identify deficient infrastructure
and create implementation/
replacement plan.
2.2.3 Establish and utilize a Furniture, Fixture, and
Equipment (FFE) standard and inventory for park and
recreation amenities, (e.g. basketball hoops, outdoor lighting,
outdoor benches, etc.) parts inventories, and enhanced
maintenance efficiency.
2018 Established FFE standards
plan.
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PARKS GOAL 3 - INCREASE THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF THE PARKS AND TRAIL SYSTEM.
STRATEGY 3.1
Update all parks and trails to 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
3.1.1 Complete inventory and assessment of all park infra-
structure regarding 2010 ADA standards.2020 New facilities meet or exceed
standard. Integrate into RFP.
3.1.1 Require all new infrastructure to meet 2010 ADA
standards 2025 New facilities meet or exceed
standard. Integrate into RFP.
3.1.2 Upgrade existing facilities not meeting ADA standard 2025 5 - year plan to prioritize and
implement updates.
STRATEGY 3.2
Ensure safety throughout the park system.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
3.2.1 Incorporate Crime Prevention through Environmental
Design (CPED) principles and guidelines into parks and
recreation site design and ongoing maintenance practices.
2017
Integrate requirement into
RFPs for new facilities and
renovations. Consider
hiring consultant to evaluate
existing facilities and make
recommendations.
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PARKS GOAL 4 - REVITALIZE EXISTING PARKS BY ALIGNING PARK, OPEN SPACE, AND TRAIL
INFRASTRUCTURE WITH CURRENT AND ANTICIPATED COMMUNITY NEEDS.
STRATEGY 4.1
Design flexibility into outdoor spaces and athletic fields to meet current needs and readily adapt to future recreation
trends.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
4.1.1 Consult Level of Service study to identify gaps and
recommendations.2016 3 Multi-use fields identified as
a need by 2019.
4.1.2 Consider alternative surfaces for high use areas (e.g.
artificial turf, high performance turf, etc.)2020
Long term cost benefit
analysis of capital and
maintenance costs.
4.1.3 Ensure adequate lighting to extend playability times
throughout the year and in morning/ early evening times.2020 Utilize facility analysis to
identify lightinig issues.
4.1.4 Prioritize flexibility and community gathering spaces in
future master plans and renovation projects.Ongoing
Integrate goals and/ or
requirements into RFPs for
future park master plans.
STRATEGY 4.2
Provide specialized park infrastructure to address under served needs, emerging trends, and support year round uses.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
4.2.1 Prioritize projects to increase the Level of Service (LOS)
in areas where data shows the highest need.Ongoing
Seek funding for new or
renovated park and recreation
facilities and properties based
on LOS.
4.2.2 Provide infrastructure to support winter uses and trails
into existing parks for a variety of skills and mobility uses that
will bring more residents to parks in winter months.
2020 Integrate winter uses into all
parks and trails plans.
4.2.3 Emphasize year round opportunities at Braemar Park
to cross pollinate with existing activities. Explore mountain
biking trails, snow making for ski trails, biathlon training
infrastructure, and additional winter uses.
2017
Increase marketing of Braemar
Park winter trail and include
winter trail planning in
Braemar Park Master Plan.
4.2.4 Require community driven master plans and/ or public
input process for all projects with greater than $250,000
improvements.
2017 Complete a community driven
master plan for Fred Richards.
4.2.5 Evaluate current and future needs and locations for
Community Gardens. Consider sites near apartments/ condos
and higher density areas with limited access to usable
planting space - where needs may be greater.
2020 Evaluate community garden
use and community desire.
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APPENDIX A
Provide safe, clean, and reliable facilities and program spaces that provide users the
highest level of value and supports their health and wellness, while supporting
financial sustainability for the Department in the Future.
RECREATION FACILITIES
FACILITIES GOAL 1 - PROVIDE HIGH FUNCTIONING PARKS FACILITIES THAT ARE RESPONSIVE TO CHANGING
COMMUNITY NEEDS AND INTERESTS.
STRATEGY 1.1
Consider development of a community facility that provides opportunities for recreation, education, and gathering for
all ages, incomes, and races.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.1.1 Develop cost recovery goals for the community facility
that meets the values of the community, maintains flexible
spaces to accommodate a broad range of user groups and
activities, and is a multi-generational facility. Consider the
Grandview site for the facility.
2016 Documented goals.
1.1.2 Re-brand the Senior Center as a “community center”
or “activity center” to attract other age segments by
removing the negative connotation of “senior” label among
55-75 age segment. Consider including in a multi-purpose
facility at the Grandview site.
2017
Officially rename facility.
Create a branding strategy for
the facility.
1.1.3 Consider hiring architectural consultant to lead a
stakeholder group through an Architectural Pre-design
process to discover and document programmatic needs,
specialized spaces, and planning level cost estimating.
Consider focusing efforts at the Grandview site.
2016 Completed Pre-design study
by qualified Architect.
1.1.4 Develop partnerships who may be able to contribute
to capital and operational costs. Look at specialized use
partners for indoor fitness, or other service providers.
2016 Communicate partners for
collaboration brainstorming.
1.1.5 Explore balancing the distribution of Enterprise
Facilities, or larger community gathering facilities,
geographically throughout the City, including the relocation
of existing facilities that are not meeting needs such as the
community center and the Edina Art Center.
2017
Explore adding new
Enterprise or community
gathering facility north of Hwy.
62.
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STRATEGY 1.4
Explore the development of innovative infrastructure in the park system to support environmental education and natural
resource programming.
Tactic Implementation
Plan
Performance Measure
1.4.1 Develop a business plan to assess market potential,
explore program opportunities, and assess lower cost
infrastructure that would directly support natural resources
education including:
• Outdoor classroom/ amphitheater
• Open air picnic pavilion that can support gatherings
• Bird/ Wildlife blinds
• Boardwalks and piers - additional
• Natural playgrounds
• Nature based site specific art
• Interpretive nature trails with signage
2020
Complete included mini-
business plan in Appendix D
as necessary.
1.4.2 Identify potential partnerships to assist in capital and
operations costs (e.g. catering for weddings/ events, coffee
shop/ restaurant, Art programs, etc.)
2020 Include in Mini-business plan.
1.4.3 Identify potential program partnerships.2018 New programs created.
STRATEGY 1.3
Implement a policy-supported business management model for Enterprise Facilities that addresses a cost recovery
model toward financial sustainability.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
1.3.1 Focus on management issues such as fees, cost
recovery, operating hours, staffing, program offerings and
partnerships.
2016 Are facilities financially
sustainable?
1.3.2 Review winter-use support at Facilities and match to
winter activities - (e.g. supporting nordic skiing, skijoring trails
at Braemar Park with food, rental program, etc.).
2016 Integrate 1 new winter use
into park by 2016.
1.3.3 Analyze Centennial Lakes for increased revenue
opportunities, reduced maintenance costs, and general
improvements for efficiency. Explore food and beverage
opportunities.
2016
Reduced maintenance costs
for existing infrastructure -
maximize efficiency of new
facilities.
STRATEGY 1.2
Explore the development of an arts and cultural center to support cultural art programming with suitable facilities.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.2.1 Study Art Center needs and program requirements,
and use information to decide whether to remodel, rebuild,
or relocate existing facility.
2016
Completed Pre-design
program and study from
qualified architect.
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FACILITIES GOAL 2 - INCREASE FACILITY ACCESSIBILITY AND CONSISTENCY THROUGHOUT THE CITY.
STRATEGY 2.1
Identify facilities not meeting community needs and develop plan for replacement, renovation, or decommissioning.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
2.1.1 Utilize assessment data and recommendations in this
strategic plan to create a plan for retirement or replacement
of outdated and under-performing facilities including:
• Community Park Buildings at Strachauer, Lewis,
Highlands, Arden, Creek Valley, and Normandale
• Edina Art Center
• Senior Center
2016-2020
Retirement or replacement
plans in place and
implemented.
2.1.2 Update or replace inadequate playground equip-
ment and fill geographical service gaps to ensure that all
residences in the City are within a 10-minute safe route to a
playground facility.
2020 Identify shovel ready projects
and commit dollars to 2020.
2.1.3 Study Cahill School and Grange buildings to increase
their usage, revenue generation, and increased safety and
convenience. Evaluate relocation or site plan changes.
2018 Complete mini-business plan
for potential relocation.
2.1.4 Continue to include electronic card readers in facility
renovations and new facilities with electronic card readers
(note-buildings need to have fiber-optic).
Ongoing Card reader renovation or new
construction requirements.
STRATEGY 2.2
Update all building facilities to 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design, to create safe
pedestrian access for low mobility park users.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
2.2.1 Utilize included inventory and assessment to identify
and update park buildings that are not compliant. 2020
Create prioritized list of
improvements and associated
budget for improvements.
2.2.2 Consider hiring a consultant to develop a system wide
improvement plan.2020
Prioritized list of
improvements completed
with allocated budget
dollars in 2016 budget for
improvements.
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APPENDIX A
Develop, provide, and manage recreation programs to support the community’s
needs for health and wellness, individual skill development, and community
connectivity in a safe and enjoyable environment.
RECREATION PROGRAMS
STRATEGY 1.1
Attract 30-35% of all Edina residents to experience an organized recreation program through EPRD by identifying and
closing programming gaps.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
1.1.1 Provide programming that satisfies the needs of
multiple age levels, physical abilities, and special needs
populations that may be currently under served. Increase
programming in the following areas:
• Community health, wellness, and fitness
• Nature-based/ environmental programming
• Arts in the Park/ Art programs
• Building community through socialization
• Programs that engage all ages and Ethnicities within the
community
2016 Track program usage
numbers on an annual basis.
1.1.2 Work with marketing department to establish most
effective marketing strategies for programs and targeted
populations.
2016
Create and implement a
marketing/ communication
plan.
PROGRAMS GOAL 1 - PROVIDE A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS THAT MEET COMMUNITY NEEDS AND INTERESTS
AND MAINTAIN THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF EXCELLENCE.
STRATEGY 1.2
Keep up with evolving needs and trends by re-evaluating offered programs and interest levels.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
1.2.1 Strive to keep 50-60% of all recreation programs in
the Introductory, takeoff, or growth life-cycle stages in order
to align with trends and help meet the evolving needs of the
community.
2016
Maintain records of
participation in programs and
reevaluate yearly at minimum.
1.2.2 Initiate a full review of current programs to assess
continuation based on the following criteria:
• Participation and cost recovery
• Fit to demographic (current and projected)
• Makes good use of natural resources
• Health oriented
• Innovative around new trends
• Creates community
Ongoing Annual review and report to
Park Board
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STRATEGY 2.3
Incorporate programming standards for all services provided across the system.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
2.3.1 Teach and train program standards implementation
across the system - customer service standards, safety
standards, use of equipment, etc.
2017
Program standards
institutionalized beginning
in 2017 with program
evaluations.
2.3.2 Incorporate instructor tool kits that provide all program
standard elements into a working system to increase quality
across the system.
2016
Tool kits and training for all
instructors put into place in
2016.
2.3.3 Track users of services across the city based on the
services provided by mapping proximity to residences,
income, and age segments served.
2017
Participant tracking by
geographic location
implemented in 2016.
PROGRAMS GOAL 2 - DELIVER PARK AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING MORE EFFICIENTLY AND
EFFECTIVELY.
STRATEGY 2.1
Clearly define program providers to eliminate overlap and define the level and scope of services offered.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
2.1.1 Review similar providers study in the Strategic Plan
and establish a plan for programs to eliminate overlap.2016
Programs plan with scope
of services, core services
defined.
2.1.2 Evaluate programs for effectiveness and financial
sustainability.Ongoing
Developed programs plan
with scope of services and
core services defined.
STRATEGY 2.2
Continue to provide high quality youth sports programming and work with athletic associations to provide
recreational opportunities.
Tactic Implementation
Year
Performance Measure
2.2.1 Maintain partnerships with Organizations in order to
best:
1. Promote and market offerings
2. Utilize fields, programs, and scheduling
3. Maintain fields and operations
4. Collect revenues, fees, and program funding
Ongoing Coordinate and organize
biannual Association meeting.
2.2.2 Review field utilization annually to track participant
numbers and maximize utilization.Ongoing Keep database of participant
and utilization numbers.
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APPENDIX A
Provide and encourage use of quality parks, trails, facilities and programs that deliver
on the community’s expectations for a safe and enjoyable experience while
keeping the infrastructure of the system in a quality state.
FINANCE & MANAGEMENT
STRATEGY 1.1
Collaborate with Public Works on the planning and maintenance of all park lands, facilities, and trails.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.1.1 Develop a collaborative maintenance plan to maximize
financial and environmental sustainability- review annually. 2016 Maintenance plan developed.
STRATEGY 1.2
Strengthen departmental partnerships with similar providers and establish more formal partnership policies.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.2.1 Explore partnerships with private businesses typically
providing similar opportunities - e.g. Lifetime Fitness, YMCA 2016 Establish one new partnership
and policy.
FINANCE GOAL 1 - INCREASE FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY, EFFICIENCY, AND STRONG PARTNERSHIPS
STRATEGY 1.3
Create opportunities for entrepreneurs, both non-profit and for-profit, to enrich the park experience and implement
innovative approaches to revenue generation.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.3.1 Continue to explore partnerships and dedicate time for
staff to actively pursue.2017 New opportunity explored at
an Enterprise facility by 2018.
STRATEGY 1.4
Develop mini business plans for all Enterprise facilities to achieve financial sustainability.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.4.1 Utilize mini business plan templates in Appendix D.2016 Completed mini business
plans.
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STRATEGY 1.5
Maximize staffing efficiency and effectiveness by reviewing staff levels and providing key staffing related to
management and programming of park facilities.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.5.1 Increase the role of recreation supervisors in providing
services and programs at Enterprise facilities to enhance
service delivery.
2016
Recreation staff driven
programs or collaborations
at all Enterprise facilities by
2017.
1.5.2 Provide one rental coordinator for all rentals within
parks and recreation department.2016 Assign one staff to manage
rentals.
STRATEGY 2.1
Develop a Department-wide strategic marketing plan.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.1.1 Allocate time for EPRD staff to work with the city’s
marketing department to develop a marketing plan.2016 Marketing plan in place and
followed by 2016.
2.1.2 Fully integrate EPRD branding into Enterprise facilities.2016 EPRD brand is identifiable in
all facilities by 2017.
STRATEGY 2.2
Provide best marketing opportunities for programs and targeted populations.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
2.2.1 Work with City of Edina marketing department to define
clear goals and needs for EPRD. Evaluate digital vs. print
marketing delivery for all programs.
2017 Marketing plan in place by
2017.
FINANCE GOAL 2 - STRENGTHEN BUSINESS AND MARKETING DEVELOPMENT
STRATEGY 1.6
Ensure adequate financing for growth of the system as continued development occurs.
Tactic Implementation
Year Performance Measure
1.6.1 Pass city ordinance requiring parkland dedication or
a fee in lieu for any new development. Do not limit to new
construction.
2016 Adoption of ordinance.
APPENDIX B
PARK ASSESSMENTS
APPENDIX B
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-3B-2 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
MINI PARKS
BirchcrestBrowndale
Chowen
Grandview Square
McGuire
SherwoodSt. John’s
Tingdale
Williams
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Alden
ArdenCornelia School
Countryside
Fox Meadow
Heights
NormandaleRobert J. Kojetin
Strachauer
Utley
Weber
WooddaleYork
COMMUNITY PARKS
Creek Valley
Fred Richards
Garden Park
HighlandsLewis
Pamela
Todd
Walnut Ridge
SPECIAL USE PARKS AND FACILITIES
Arneson AcresBredesen
Edina Promenade
Frank Tupa Park
Rosland
Van ValkenburgYorktown
Senior Center
CONTENTS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-3B-2 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
OVERVIEW
In the fall of 2014, the Confluence team assessed all the parks in the Edina Parks & Recreation System. Through the inventory and
analysis process, the assessments provide an understanding of existing offerings of the park system and a clear understanding of existing
conditions, along with size, age, and amenities provided throughout the park system. A system wide GIS mapping was completed by
Geological Technologies Group(GTG). This mapping provided the base data used in this Assessment.
Inventory and assessment of each park included evaluation of the conditions exhibited on the site of various amenities and site features.
Park program elements and site feature conditions were rated using a rating of Good, Fair and Poor. The definition for each of these
condition ratings is as follows.
Good - Amenities or site features are in good to excellent condition, with no apparent immediate maintenance needed.
Fair - Amenities or site features are in fair working condition with little or no immediate maintenance required.
Poor - Amenities or site features are in need of improvement requiring significant immediate maintenance, removal or replacement.
Amenities and site features contained within individual assessments indicate various constructed elements or activities supported on site.
Specific examples of
Amenities and features include picnic areas, playgrounds, shelters or pavilions, ball fields, sport courts, etc. Each park was documented
with the following categories: Site location, park acreage, park classification, general description, condition, access and identity, land
use, amenities, strength, opportunities, site photos. The inventory and assessments from each park are included on the following pages.
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MINI PARKS
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-7B-6 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 1.73 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
This park was purchased in 1961 at the urgent request of over
100 residents in the area. Birchcrest Park was named for the
street on which it is located. The playground equipment was replaced in 1997. The pond to the east is also considered part
of the park and has been stocked with small pan fish by the
DNR but generally freezes out during the winter time. Birch-
crest Park abuts the railroad tracks, and in the 1960s, the
railroad cooperated in partial payment of the fence along the tracks.
6016 Hansen Road
BIRCHCREST PARK
Good (31%)
Fair (62%)
Poor (7%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
68%
31%
62%
7%
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-7B-6 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment (1997)/Playground /G
Play Equipment (1997)/Swing Set /G
Play Equipment (1997)/Spring Chairs (2)/F
Flexible Use Field /about .5 acres /G
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/F
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/F
Drinking Fountain /-/P
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Sign /Entry Sign /F
A naturalized border separates the railway on the west edge.Open space allows for flexible use.
Play area is in good condition.Entry signage is consistent with the rest of the park system.
Strengths:
Serves immediate community, play area, water pipe access.
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park, connection to greater park system, bike racks, paths to play areas, ADA play equipment, natural area, replacement drinking fountain, railway for public transport.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-9B-8 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
4510 Browndale Avenue
Size: .58 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
Browndale Park is a small park that serves as an open space area in the old Country Club district. The property was ac-
quired through dedication by plat. The park was named for the
street on which it is located. Browndale Park was originally
a rock garden and some flower gardens were planted in this
park in the 1930s. It is considered a passive park and neigh-bors have restricted ball playing of any type within the park. A
temporary warming house was installed in the early
60s for skating on Minnehaha Creek. Because of poor ice
conditions on the creek, the skating facility was removed in
the early 80s.
BROWNDALE PARK
Good (50%)
Fair (25%)
Poor (25%)
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
N/A
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-9B-8 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Minnehaha Creek, boat launch, open-space, established trees.
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Boat Launch /Canoe/Kayak /P
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Sign /Historic /G
Historic information sits along Minnehaha Creek.The “boat launch” is in poor condition and could use updating.
Open turf is in fair condition with established trees throughout.Entry signage sits at the SE corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-11B-10 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Size: .93 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
Chowen Park is a very small neighborhood playground and is one of the first such areas in the city. The property was
acquired by dedication through plat. The park was named for
the street on which it is located. In 1976 a sun shelter was
constructed on the property. In 1983 neighborhood skating
was discontinued. New playground equipment was installed in the park in 2011.
5700 Chowen Avenue South
CHOWEN PARK
Good (72%)
Fair (28%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-11B-10 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1/8 ADA stalls)/Asphalt /G
Picnic Shelter /Small /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set (2)/G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /See Saw /G
Play Equipment /Climbing Net /G
Play Equipment /Other /G
Foursquare /Concrete /G
Basketball Court /Concrete /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Flexible Use Field /w/ soccer goals /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (6)/G
Drinking Fountain /(1)/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (3)/F
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Path /4’ Concrete /G
Strengths:
A lot of amenities in a small area, play area, unique play equipment (climbing net), connected paths.
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park, connection to greater park system, A few park visitors mentioned they would like to see the soft
padding for the play area that is found in some of the are instead of gravel.
Unique play equipment like this giant climbing net are on site.Open turf (mostly to the south) takes up half of the park’s space.
A small picnic shelter sits in the NW corner of the site.A nicely landscaped entry sign sits at the NE corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-13B-12 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 0.61 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
Named after it’s shape, Grandview Square is a new park
developed as the result of a changing neighborhood. Grand-
view Square Park is located across the street from the Edina Library and Edina Senior Center, and is home to several
pieces of Edina’s public art.
5213 Grandview Square
GRANDVIEW SQUARE
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Good (89%)
Fair (11%)
Poor (0%)
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-13B-12 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Sidewalk borders the site. Public art is scattered.Ornamental Lights surround the park.
A dedication marker is on site, but no entry sign.Grandview Square and Office Development.
Strengths:
Adjacent to Senior Center and Edina Public Library, adjacent to other new office development, public art sculptures, stationary
chairs, public art, open space.
Opportunities:
Passive recreation opportunities (reading in the park, yoga, tai chi, etc), lunch/picnic spot for surrounding businesses.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Chair /Wood (6)/G
Chair /Wood /F
Lighting /Ornamental (7)/G
Sign /Marker /G
Public Art /Sculpture (2)/G
Public Art /Sculpture /F
Path /6’ Concrete /G
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-15B-14 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 1.99 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
McGuire Park was named for the street on which it is located.
The park was constructed in the late 1950s and reconstructed
in the early 1970s. This was the first park to install a concrete curbing around the playground equipment and to have the
area filled with sand for a lower liability playground area.
The play area now has an Astroturf surface, and an all-ages
playground installed in 2008. The hill in the park, sometimes
referred to as a “burp”, was placed in the park for a small children’s sliding hill and is exclusively used in the winter time.
The hill needs constant maintenance because of wear on the
turf from sliding. McGuire Park also features a large grassy
area for playing soccer, football or catch.
69th and McGuire Road
MCGUIRE PARK
Good (75%)
Fair (25%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-15B-14 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Sledding hill, lights, park amenities are in good condition, serves immediate neighborhood.
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system, bike rack, naturalized area (turf-reduction).
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Astroturf /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set (2)/G
Play Equipment /Sand Digger (2)/G
Flexible Use Field /.9 Acres /F
Bench /Fixed Metal (2)/G
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Path /6’/G
There is one bench, drinking fountain and trash receptacle.In the SW corner of the park an entry path leads to the play area.
Entry sign is located on the far west side of the park.The play area has an Astroturf landing surface.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-17B-16 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
5241 Eden Circle
Size: 1.53 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
Sherwood Park is a Water Department property that has been
graded and seeded to make a small informal recreational park
for the neighbors of Ridgeview Heights. Originally a small skating rink was flooded for the neighborhood and a few small
pieces of playground equipment were added. Each year the
neighborhood would have their annual neighborhood picnic in
the park and would request picnic tables and additional park
type activities on the park area. The skating rink was discon-tinued in the mid 1970s. New playground equipment was
installed in 2003.
SHERWOOD PARK
Good (69%)
Fair (31%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-17B-16 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Building /Maintenance /G
Picnic Shelter /Small /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair (2)/F
Flexible Use Field /about . 3 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (1)/F
Picnic Table /(2)/G
Charcoal Grill /(1)/G
Trash Receptacle /(1)/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Sign /Entry Sign /G
The entry sign is seasonable landscaped.
Most of the park is open turf area.
There are no sidewalks to the play area in the SE.
There is an overhang on the building which acts as a shelter.
9. Photos
Strengths:
Play area, picnic tables, grill and open space for surrounding neighborhood.
Opportunities:
ADA accessibility / play features, connection to greater park system, off-street parking, trail connection, community garden, fitness track, senior-related programming.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
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APPENDIX B
Good (0%)
Fair (100%)
Poor (0%)
Size: 0.93 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
The 60th and St. Johns area was dedicated by plat as an open green area. This was made possible by the City using
fill material and grading. This park is only two blocks from
the Concord School playground and four blocks away from
Pamela Park. It is the intention to keep this an open area to
be used by the children in the neighborhood in whatever way they wish.
5924 St. Johns Avenue
ST. JOHN’S PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Blank slate, open space.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection, on-site stormwater management, community garden.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Flexible Use Field /about .7 acres /F
The park is open turf and there are no amenities on site.
Entry sign is showing wear and tear.
There is an old baseball backstop on the north side of the park.
The site is low lying with no on-site stormwater management.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-21B-20 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
5800 West 59th Street
Size: 0.68 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
This two-lot playground is, although very small, very important
to the particular neighborhood since it is the only open space
available. The property was dedicated to the city by plat. Tingdale Park got its name from the street on which the park
is located. A drinking fountain was installed in 1968 and the
playground equipment was installed in 1964. New playground
equipment was installed in 1997.
TINGDALE PARK
Good (36%)
Fair (64%)
Poor (0%)
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-21B-20 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment //G
Flexible Use Field f about .2 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/F
Picnic Table /Metal /F
Drinking Fountain /-/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Sign /Entry Sign /F
The NW corner of the park slopes upward.
Entry sign in located in the SE side of the park.
The south portion of the site is turf.
The play area is the primary attraction of the site.
Strengths:
Play area, natural topography, nicely landscaped sign.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection, natural area (turf reduction), walking paths, paths connecting amenities (ADA), on-site stormwater management.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-23B-22 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: .6 Acres
Classification: Mini Park
Dwight Williams Park was donated to the City as a memorial. As a boy, Mr. Williams spent many hours playing on the Edina
Mills property. After his death in World War II, his parents pur-
chased the mill site and donated it to the City in his memory.
In the early1970s the old mill was excavated to locate its po-
sitioning on the property. At that time, artifacts were collected and catalogued by the Edina Historical Society. The excava-
tion was then filled in and kiosks and timbers were installed
in locations depicting the old mill and its findings. Also within
the park area along the creek is a canoe dock landing built by
the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District. On the north side of Browndale Avenue there is also a canoe dock for canoers
to remove their canoes from the creek and carry them around
the dam and across the road to launch them at Williams Park.
50th and Browndale Avenue
WILLIAMS PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Good (69%)
Fair (15%)
Poor (15%)
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-23B-22 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Canoe/Kayak access into Minnehaha Creek, historic landmarks, and site markers, attached to Wooddale Park, shared off-street
parking,
Opportunities:Improved seating, connections to Minnehaha Creek.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA /34 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /P
Lighting /Ornamental (3)/G
Sign /Entry Sign (2)/G
Sign /Marker /G
Sign /Marker (2)/F
Sign /Marker /P
Path /5’ Concrete /G
Historic Mill footings Bench and concrete base is in need of repairs/replacement.
Entry sign near Browndale Avenue entrance.Entry Sign near the parking lot.
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NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-27B-26 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 4.88 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Originally named Jackson/ Belmore Park, now Alden Park is mainly used as a neighborhood park with no scheduled activ-
ities. The park was totally developed with paths, sliding hills,
landscape, hard surface courts, and playground equipment in
1964. The park was upgraded with playground equipment in
1987 and again in 2007.
6750 Belmore Lane
ALDEN PARK
Good (80%)
Fair (20%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-27B-26 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
A lighted path runs through the site from the north to the south.The play area site in the center of the park.
There are two signs one at the north and one at the south entrances.Athletic turf fields with flexible use for soccer or lacrosse.
Strengths:
Open field area (easy to re-purpose), existing paths, play area, bike rack, natural topography, off-street parking, furthest NW park in
Edina.
Opportunities:Trails connections and connection to greater park system, natural area (turf reduction), environmental learning area, stormwater,
community gardens, recycle receptacle.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1/8 ADA stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Maintenance /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Area /Mulch /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Tot Slide /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair (3)/G
Play Equipment /Digger /G
Basketball Court /Asphalt /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Multi-Use Sports Field /40y x 80y /G
Open Space /Turf /about .3 acre /F
Bench /Fixed Metal /G
Bench /Fixed Metal /F
Picnic Table /Metal /F
Bike Rack /(1) U-loop /G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /G
Lighting /Ornamental /G
Lighting /Flood /F
Lighting /Flood (2)/G
Path /8’/G
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-29B-28 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 14.72 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Arden Park is one of the oldest park areas in Edina. The
land was dedicated in the early 1920s. The park is the site
of Edina’s first hockey rink installed in 1949. Because of its natural features Arden Park has been a spot of beauty for
many years. In 1983 the park trees were partially destroyed
by a tornado. Many of the trees in the park have been planted
and donated by neighbors. Arden Park is a neighborhood
park with only hockey scheduled in the winter and no activities scheduled during the summer months.
5230 Minnehaha Boulevard
ARDEN PARK
Good (51%)
Fair (43%)
Poor (6%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-29B-28 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Building /Community Park /P
Structure /Walking Bridge /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (2)/G
Flexible Use Field /about 2 acres /F
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/.9 acres turf /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/F
Drinking Fountain /-/F
Trash Receptacle /Med. Plastic (2)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Lg. Metal /G
Lighting /Ornamental (2)/G
Lighting /Ornamental (2)/F
Lighting /Flood /P
Lighting /Flood (6)/F
Sign /Entry Sign (2)/G
Path /8’ /G
There is a lot of open turf on site, therefore a lot of mowing.The play area is located at the NE entrance.
The Community Park building is outdated and in poor condition.There are two park signs at each entrance.
Strengths:
Along Minnehaha Creek, warming house, skating rink, automatic irrigation , Playground, pathways, open turf, 2 entries, bridge
across Minnehaha (connects two separated neighborhoods).
Opportunities:Trails connections and connection to greater park system, natural area (turf reduction), environmental learning area, stormwater,
community gardens.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-31B-30 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
7142 Cornelia Drive
Size: 6.21 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
This park wraps around the 15 acres owned by the School
District for Cornelia School. The land was purchased with the purpose of developing it in conjunction with the school play-
ground property. This arrangement was the first cooperative
venture between Edina’s school officials and the Park Board.
The picnic shelter was constructed during the 1960s with a
new roof installed in 1985. All playground equipment in the park is School District equipment.
CORNELIA SCHOOL PARK
Good (77%)
Fair (23%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
N/A
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-31B-30 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Collaboration with district.
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking /Asphalt /F
Building /Maintenance /G
Building /Community Park /G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/F
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/about 1 acre /N/A
Baseball Field /90’/G
Baseball Field /60’/G
Softball Field /60’/G
Flexible Use Field /about 1 acre /F
Bench /Fixed Metal (4)/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (3)/G
Lighting /Flood (3)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /Concrete 4’/G
Path /Asphalt 10’/F
The tennis courts sit on the south side of the park.The ice rink sits in the SE corner of the site.
Baseball fields and turf comprise the majority of park area.Entry sign sits at the SW corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-33B-32 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Size: 11.6 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Countryside Park gets its name from the subdivision in which
it is located. This nine acre tract was purchased at a price of
$18,300 in 1959. The park was constructed in the 1960s. A permanent shelter building was constructed in 1974. The ten-
nis court was built in 1974 and was resurfaced in 1987. New
playground equipment was installed in 1985. The westerly
parking lot was built and funded by Colonial Church who uses
it for overflow parking. Electricity was installed by the pitcher’s mound for pitching machines. Additions made in 2013 include
a meeting space building, new playground equipment, and
skating and hockey rinks.
6240 Tracy Avenue South
COUNTRYSIDE PARK
Good (89%)
Fair (9%)
Poor (2%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-33B-32 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
8. Strengths and Opportunities:
9. Photos
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (0 ADA / 90 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Community Park /G
Play Area /Tarmac /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Basketball Court /Tarmac - Full /G
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/about .3 acres /F
Baseball Field /75’/G
Baseball Field /60’/G
Flexible Use Field /about 1 acre /P
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bench /Fixed Metal (7)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Picnic Table /Metal (5)/G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Charcoal Grill /(1)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (6)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (5)/G
Lighting /Flood (2)/G
Lighting /Flood (1)/F
Sign /Entry Sign (1)/G
Sign /Entry Sign (1)/F
Path /8’ Asphalt /G
The community park building includes public restrooms.The play feature has a unique tarmac landing surface.
Strengths:
Play area, building, courts and fields, are in great condition, path in park is a complete loop (good for walking laps).
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park, connection to greater park system, natural areas (turf reduction), pedestrian scale lighting, handicap
parking.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-35B-34 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Asphalt sidewalks loop the park.Charcoal grill
Ice RinkBasketball courts are just north of the tennis courts
The tennis courts sit in the SE corner of the site.Landscaping is done around the entry sign at the NE corner.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-35B-34 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Two different sized baseball fields sit on the north portion of the site and are surrounded by 8’ fences.
Open Space A picnic shelter from the Community Park building overhang.
The large parking lot provides ample parking.One of the entry signs sits at the SE corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-37B-36 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
5251 Blake Road
Size: 6.04 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Fox Meadow Park is located 5251 Blake Road in northwest Edina. This new four-acre park is a wonderful addition to the
Edina neighborhood, complete with new playground equip-
ment, a gazebo, benches and walking trails. This park was
remodeled with the help of generous donations from families
in the area.
FOX MEADOW PARK
Good (82%)
Fair (18%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-37B-36 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Strengths:
Walking trails, non-turf open space (naturalized area), wooded area, near Mirror Lake.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection, bicycle racks, connection to Mirror Lake, ADA play improvements.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Picnic Shelter /Small /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair /F
Flexible Use Field /about .2 acres /G
Bench /Fixed Wood (3)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/F
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /6’ Asphalt /G
The swing set is ADA accessible, but the swings are not.A plaque acknowledges who made the park possible.
A small picnic shelter sits at the convergence of several paths.Entry sign sits in the NE corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-39B-38 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 3.61 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Heights Park was the twenty-second addition to the Edina Park and Recreation system. The park was designed and
totally constructed in 1967 as a children’s recreation area.
The park received its name from the subdivision in which it is
located. New playground equipment was installed in 1987. A
small bridge which crosses Nine Mile Creek on the east side of the park was partially destroyed during the flood of 1987.
A temporary warming house was removed in the late 1970s.
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5500 West 66th Street
HEIGHTS PARK
Good (71%)
Fair (29%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-39B-38 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair /G
Basketball Court /Tarmac (half) /G
Flexible Use Field /.8 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/F
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Drinking Fountain /(1)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /8’ Asphalt /G
Strengths:
Trails and connections to greater park system, proximity to Nine Mile Creek, wildlife area.
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park, connection to greater park system, outdoor exercise equipment, removal of baseball
field.
A half-court basketball court sits on site along the trail.Trails lead through the park to Nine Mile Creek.
The play area is on the south side, connected by trail.Entry sign is in the SW corner of the site.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-41B-40 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 12.36 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
In the early 1950s, the Normandale Community Service Coun-cil called attention to the Park Board that there was vacant
tax forfeited land at this location. They asked if the city would
be interested in acquiring it as the start of a park. This did
happen and a park was started. Since the park has grown
from seven tax fortified lots to over ten acres. The park was named for the subdivision in which it is located. Normandale
Park is one of the most attractive of the neighborhood park
playgrounds in Edina. The shelter building was built in 1974.
A total upgrading of the park was done in 1986 and 1987. A
new hockey rink was installed and raised four feet to create an easy access from the warming house to the skating rink.
The tennis courts were constructed in 1963 and resurfaced in
1981 and 1985.
6501 Warren Avenue South
NORMANDALE PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Good (72%)
Fair (25%)
Poor (3%)
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-41B-40 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
8. Strengths and Opportunities:
The Playground is designed for children 5-12 years of age.The Community Park building sits in the center of the site.
Entry sign to the park is located at the SW side of the park.The baseball field sits in the south portion of the site.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1/24 ADA stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Community Park /P
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/F
Basketball Court /Tarmac /F
Hockey rink /Asphalt /G
Ice Rink (temporary) /Grass F
Baseball Field /60’/G
Multi-Use Sports Field /30y x 50y /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Flexible Use Field /.5 acres /F
Sledding Hill /-/F
Bench /Fixed Wood (4)/G
Bench /Fixed Metal (2)/G
Bench /Fixed Plastic (2)/G
Picnic Table /Metal (1)/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (5)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concrete(1)/F
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (3)/G
Lighting /Flood (2)/F
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /6’ Concrete /G
Strengths:
Central location, large in size, seasonal use is good.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connections, bike racks, more specialized uses, building updates.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-43B-42 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 2.21 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Kojetin Park is located on West 44th Street in Northeast Edi-na. This three-acre park has wonderful playground equipment
which was installed in 2005 and benches for resting. Kojetin
Park also features an unfinished baseball field along with lots
of open grass for playing football or a game of catch.
4201 West 44th Street
ROBERT J. KOJETIN PARK
Good (83%)
Fair (17%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-43B-42 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /-/G
Play Equipment /-/G
Flexible Use Field /about .9 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Bench /Fixed Plastic /G
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (1)/F
Sign /Entry /G
Besides the play area, the site consists of open space.Entry sign is located at the north of the site.
Strengths:
Newer playground equipment, overall good condition, pleant of open space.
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system, flexible use green space.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-45B-44 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (31%)
Fair (63%)
Poor (6%)
6200 Beard Avenue South
Size: 3.91 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
This park was formerly named Beard Park. In 1984 the park
was renamed Strachauer Park in honor of Hermann Stra-
chauer who served on the Park Board from 1948 to 1961 and was involved in the early stages of the Edina park system. Mr.
Strachauer was instrumental in putting together the original
survey of the city parks system and helped secure the 1957
$800,000 bond issue to purchase the 450 acres of the Hays
farm property for Braemar Park and to build the city’s munici-pal pool. Strachauer Park was constructed in the early 1960s.
At that time it was graded and seeded and had a small porta-
ble backstop. The playground equipment was added in 1964
and a skating rink with a portable warming house was built in
1967. The permanent warming house was built in 1974 with a new hockey rink and lights. A hard surface court was added
with new playground equipment in 1972. The hockey rink was
discontinued in 1983. The new playground equipment was
STRACHAUER PARK
installed in 1985 and replaced in 1996. Strachauer serves as an
off-leash dog park during certain months.
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-45B-44 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA / 17 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Building /Community Park /P
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Playground /F
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (4)/F
Basketball Court /Concrete /F
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/.5 acres /F
Multi-Use Sports Field /40y x 60y (2)/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Multi-Use Sports Field /30y x 50y (1)/F
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Picnic Table /Metal /F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (3)/F
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal /G
Lighting /Flood (6)/F
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Sign /Entry Sign /P
Path /5’ Concrete /G
Strengths:
Sports fields, connection to greater park system, accessible play features.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection, walking paths, shelter, drinking fountain, grills, bike rack.
The Community Park building is in need of replacement or repair.
The play area is located in the center of the park.
The basketball court sits just north of the play area.
Soccer fields dominate the park with two full size fields.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-47B-46 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Good (46%)
Fair (36%)
Poor (18%)
4521 West 50th Street
Size: 4.42 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Utley Park is Edina’s first dedicated park and named in honor of Harold Utley who served on the Edina City Council. Orig-
inally, there were plans that would have made Utley Park a
parking lot but several civic-minded residents joined together
to turn it into a park. The park, with the meandering Minneha-
ha Creek on the south boundary line is a canoe dock landing area for creek canoeists and was built in the early 1970s by
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District funds. The tennis courts,
the first Edina courts, were built in 1960 and rebuilt in 1966.
They were resurfaced in 1977 and 1986. A pump house, an
iron removal plant, and public restrooms are located in the Water Department building and are open for park use. Small
groups of Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts use the fire pit in the
park. The American Legion donated and dedicated the flag-
pole on the corner of Wooddale and 50th Street in memory of
servicemen lost during World War II. In addition a Veteran’s
UTLEY PARK
Memorial is expected to be completed by Memorial Day 2015. The parking lot was constructed in 1986 with the Wooddale Park
and 50th Street construction. The parking lot was paid for by St.
Stephen’s Church under an assessment plan and is used by the
church for parking during church activities.
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-47B-46 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (2 ADA /46 stalls)/Asphalt /P
Building /Restroom /F
Picnic Shelter /Small /P
Boat Launch /Canoe/Kayak /F
Tennis Court /Asphalt (2)/G
Basketball Court /Asphalt /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Picnic Table /Metal (4)/F
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (2)/G
Lighting /Ornamental /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Lighting /Flood /G
Sign /Informational /F
Sign /Informational (2)/P
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /8’ Asphalt /F
Strengths:
Along Minnehaha Creek, proximity to Wooddale Park, boat ramp, canoe/kayak rest area, public restrooms, open turf, Veteran’s
Memorial.
Opportunities:Connection to greater park system, trail connection, updated boat ramp, other kayak features/conveniences.
Signs near Minnehaha Creek direct kayakers/canoers.
Veteran’s Memorial honors Edina’s past, present, and future vets.
The building is located in the middle of the site.
The basketball court is surrounded by open-turf area.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-49B-48 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
4115 Grimes Avenue South
Size: 14.94 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Weber Park is named after the first constable of the
City of Morningside. The Morningside building was
refurbished and reconstructed in 1980 under community
development funds. Also at this time a playground and
hard surface area were constructed. Just after that, the
old section of the Morningside School building was de-
molished, and a cooperative purchase agreement was
made with the School District for buying the remaining
property. The city resold the new portion of Morningside
School and demolished the old portion which is now
the open corner site on 44th Street and Grimes. The
two ball field areas have been periodically regraded
and reconstructed. The tennis courts were built in 1968
and resurfaced in 1978 and 1985. The fence between
the church property and the park property on the north
WEBER PARK
property line was requested by the church to try to curb
vandalism and cars driving back and forth across the park
and church property. The maintenance garage area of the
Weber building houses the 42nd Street Players.
Good (71%)
Fair (27%)
Poor (2%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
8. Strengths and Opportunities:
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (2 ADA /35 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (0 ADA /16 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Building /Community Park /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /F
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (3)/G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/F
Basketball Court /Tarmac /G
Hopscotch /Tarmac /G
Foursquare /Tarmac /G
Hockey Rink /Grass /F
Ice Rink (temporary)/.9 acres /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Baseball Field /60’/G
Softball Field /(2)/G
Multi-Use Sports Field /40y x 60y /P
Bench /Fixed Metal (7)/G
Bench /Fixed Metal (1)/F
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (3)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (3)/F
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal /G
Lighting /Flood (7)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /6’ Asphalt /F
Weber Park is one of a few parks that have hardscape play.The play area is in the SW corner of the site.
Three baseball/softball fields sit in the SE quadrant of the park.The Community Park building is located in the NW side.
Strengths:
Furthest NE park in Edina, pond nearby, baseball fields, open-space/turf available for easy reprogramming, adjacent to private
school, nice community park building,
Opportunities:
Paths within park (especially closed circuit and near pond feature), trail connection to park, connection to greater park system,
natural areas (turf reduction), play equipment upgrades.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-51B-50 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
4500 West 50th Street
Size: 4.20 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Wooddale Park was constructed on the old Wooddale School site. Wooddale Park features a large playground equipment
area for children from toddlers to mid junior high age kids. A
soccer/softball field was constructed on the west side of the
park, and several walking paths meander through the park. An
area has been graded for a future hard surface court and a tot skating rink in the wintertime. The shelter building in the park
was donated by the Rices in memory of their son, and a park
bench and a tree were donated for Kris Johnson by school
friends. The parking lot was built by the St. Stephen’s Church
under an assessment and is jointly used for church activities and park activities.
WOODDALE PARK
Good (69%)
Fair (31%)
Poor (0%)
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
8. Strengths and Opportunities:
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA /34 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Picnic Shelter /Small /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/F
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Playground /F
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /F
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (2)/F
Play Equipment /Seesaw /G
Play Equipment /Airplane /F
Baseball Field /-/G
Multi-Use Sports Field /35y x 70y (2)/F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Flexible Use Field / about .5 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Metal (4)/G
Bench /Fixed Metal /F
Bench /Fixed Concr. (2)/G
Bike Rack /8 stalls /G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (2)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Metal /G
Lighting /Ornamental (6)/G
Lighting /Flood /G
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Sign /Historic Marker /G
Sign /-/G
Path /9’ Asphalt /F
Strengths:
Pathways within park, shelter, shared off-street parking, wooded edge, bike rack, drinking fountain, historic elements, connection to
Williams Park and Utley Park.
Opportunities:Trail connection to park, connection to greater park system, natural areas (turf reduction).
A new shelter with a picnic table sit in the middle of the site.
The east side of the site has a historic brick sign.
The west multi-use sports area also appears to have baseball.
The play area sits in the NE with wooded area surrounding it.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-53B-52 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
5448 York Avenue South
Size: 2.05 Acres
Classification: Neighborhood Park
Most of York Park was acquired through tax forfeiture. The park was named for the street on which it is located. Minneha-
ha Creek borders the playground on the west side of the park.
West of the creek lies quite a stretch of low, wild land that the
children play in and through to a great extent. The playground
and the sliding hill are well utilized by the neighborhood. The playground equipment was installed in 1965 and has been
partially removed and new equipment was installed. The skat-
ing area was removed in the 70s due to lack of use.
YORK PARK
Good (67%)
Fair (33%)
Poor (0%)
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-53B-52 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Play Area /Mulch /F
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Climbing Net /G
Play Equipment /-/G
Baseball Field /60’/F
Bench /Fixed Metal (2)/G
Bench /Fixed Plastic (2)/G
Drinking Fountain /-/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Lighting /Flood /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Sign /Memorial /G
Strengths:
Along Minnehaha Creek, path from street to play area.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection.
A memorial on site recognizes Timmy Nunn.There is only one light on site (flood) at the baseball field.
The play area is furnished with a wood swing set .
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COMMUNITY PARKS
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-57B-56 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Size: 20.48 Acres (with what boundaries?)
Classification: Community Park
Creek Valley School Park was the second park that was developed in conjunction with the Edina School District. The
park was named for the street and school near which it is
located. Creek Valley is a park basically developed into two
areas: a football/baseball field in one location to the east and
the winter skating facility located to the west along Gleason Road. The warming house was built in conjunction with the
pump house and school storage building. Restrooms were
installed in 1974. Used indoor boards with Plexiglas were
installed in 1981. Upgrading of the Plexiglas occurs on the
interior boards every year. This area constantly floods and generally has poor turf conditions. The flood of 1987 again
destroyed all the turf. The playground equipment is all School
District property. The tennis courts were built in 1969 and
resurfaced in 1977, 1981, and 1987.
6301 Gleason Road
CREEK VALLEY SCHOOL PARK
N/A
N/A N/A
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Tennis Courts sit in the NE cornerThe parking lot is in poor condition with drainage issues.
Entry sign sits at the SW corner of the site.A lot of open space exists on the site.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /G
Lighting /Flood (7)/G
Lighting /Flood /F
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /Asphalt 10’/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA / 21 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Building /Community Park /P
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/F
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/.8 acres /F
Multi-Use Sports Field /50y x 80y /
Multi-Use Sports Field /35y x 50y /
Flexible Use Field /.8 acres /F
Sledding Hill /-/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Strengths:
Collaboration with district, proximity to Nine Mile Creek, proximity to Edina High School, off-street parking, open-space, multi-use
sports fields (current use is Lacrosse) depending on park boundary.
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park (especially Nine Mile Creek), connection to greater park system, natural areas (turf reduction), storm-water management, community gardens, ecological learning/play, outdoor classrooms.
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APPENDIX B
The Community Park building is accessible to the public, but there are not any restrooms inside.
A service driveway leads to a water tower on site.A pathway connects parking lot to Community Park building.
An ice rink sits on the far west side of the site.
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1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-61B-60 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
3. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
Strengths:
Vibrant location, near multifamily housing development, large site.
Opportunities:
Possible reuse of the old clubhouse, connection to Nine Mile Creek Trail,.
4400 Parklawn Avenue
Size: 43.50 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Fred Richards is currently undergoing a masterplan for the
redesign and redevelopment of an old golf course. The total
area of the park includes an adjacent undeveloped park property to the north (Lake Edina) and the old golf course
propoerty. The park is defined as a community park based off
of size, but it is subject to change.
FRED RICHARDS
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5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-63B-62 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (91%)
Fair (9%)
Poor (0%)
Size: 29.13 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Garden Park is a 29-acre park conveniently located on the corner of Vernon Avenue and Hansen Road in northwest
Edina.
This large park is the center for many soccer, baseball and
softball games in the summer. There are two full-sized soccer fields, one full-sized baseball field and one softball field.
Garden Park also features two tennis courts and playground
equipment (installed in 1997). The park has a brand new
restroom facility near the baseball field.
The park has been adopted by the “Friends of Garden Park,”
who periodically clean up the area and plant and care for
flowers.
5520 Hansen Road
GARDEN PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-63B-62 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (4/169 ADA stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Restroom Block /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment Spring Chairs (3)G
Tennis Court /Asphalt (2)/G
Baseball Field /90’/G
Softball Field /-/G
Multi-Use Sports Field /35y x50y (4)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood (5)/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bench /Fixed Metal (11)/G
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (6)/G
Waste Receptacle /Sm. Plastic (2)/F
Waste Receptacle /Sm. Plastic /G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concrete /F
Recycling Receptacle /Lg. Metal (2)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (6)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Path /10’ Asphalt /F
Path /10’ Concrete /G
Strengths:
Paths within the park, wooded/natural area, near pond, amenities in good condition.
Opportunities:
Trails connections to the park, connection to greater park system, lighting, natural areas (turf reduction), stormwater solutions.
Paths connect all amenities and create a circuit of trails.The play area sits at the NW corner near the pond.
Entry sign sits at the west-central side of the park.The restroom block is in the middle of the site.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-65B-64 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
The multi-use sports field is currently being used for soccer.An open-space sits between the parking lot and baseball field.
The baseball field is the full 90’ for regulation adult leagues.The tennis courts are in the NW portion of the site.
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APPENDIX B
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Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-67B-66 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (84%)
Fair (13%)
Poor (3%)
Size: 42.80 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Highlands Park was the first park totally completed with fields and landscaping in 1960. The park shelter building
was installed in 1974. The skating rink was installed in 1984
with a modification of the general skating rink from the lake
to a dry land flooded area. The hockey rink is the first rink to
have a stabilizing material under the fill because of the soil conditions. New playground equipment was installed in 1984
and replaced again in 1997. In 1984, the softball field at the
south end of the park was modified, the large baseball field
was eliminated and a multi-use sports field was placed in
it’s location. The tennis courts were constructed in 1963 and resurfaced in 1977 and 1985.
5200 Doncaster Way
HIGHLANDS PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (2ADA / 48 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Storage /G
Building /Community Park /P
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (2)/G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Hockey Rink /Grass /F
Ice Rink (temporary)//N/A
Softball Field //G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Multi-Use Sports Field /50’x80’ (3)/G
Bench /Fixed Metal /G
Bench /Fixed Metal /F
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Picnic Table /Metal /F
Trash Receptacle /Med. Plastic (4)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Lg. Metal (2)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal /G
Lighting /Flood (3)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /Asphalt 8’/G
A softball field is located in the SW corner of the park.The ice rink is in fair condition with some wear and tear.
The storage building is in good condition.The playground is ADA accessible and connected by pathway.
Strengths:
Trail, Highlands Lake, wildlife area, sizable park.
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system, flexible use green space.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
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APPENDIX B
Good (87%)
Fair (11%)
Poor (2%)
7300 Cahill Road
Size: 30.68 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Lewis Park was named in honor of William Wardell Lewis. Mr. Lewis was elected to the Park Board in 1948 served
until 1973. Lewis Park contains two large soccer field areas.
One was reconstructed after the flooding in 1987. The major
soccer/football area is in the center of the park with lights, and
a soccer field and an ice rink with lights are in the east portion of the park. The park is automatically irrigated except the area
of the ice rink. The hockey rink was reconstructed in 1987
with a material placed 12” under the surface of the ground to
stabilize the poor soil conditions. The park now has an asphalt
surface on the hockey rink to make flooding easier. The build-ing was constructed in 1979. The west end of the park was
scheduled to be a large softball field, but because of demand
for more soccer fields, it was converted to a soccer practice
and game area. The playground equipment was constructed
in 1978, and the tennis courts were constructed in 1987.
LEWIS PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
A bridge and path connect to the tennis court and south parking.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (2 ADA /84 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Parking (1 ADA /37 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Community Park /P
Structure /Bridge /G
Play Area /Gravel /G
Play Equipment /Playground (2)/G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Balance Beam /F
Play Equipment /See Saw /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (3)/G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Hockey Rink /Asphalt /F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Ice Rink (temporary)/-/N/A
Multi-Use Sports Field /70y x 120y (3)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /P
Bike Rack /(4 stalls)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (6)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Recycle Receptacle /Med. Metal (6)/G
Lighting /Flood (17)/G
Sign /Entry /F
Sign /Entry /G
Path /Asphalt 8’/G
The tennis courts at the south are separated.
Paths circulate around the soccer fields and connect amenities.The fields are in good condition and have athletic flood lights.
Strengths:
Multi-use sports fields (currently used for football and soccer), wetland area, paths within park, concessions.
Opportunities:Connection to greater park system, trail connection, picnic shelters, picnic tables, drinking fountains.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-71B-70 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (88%)
Fair (12%)
Poor (0%)
Size: 64.93 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Pamela Park was originally mostly swamp land, but with thousands of yards of fill material it is now utilized as a recreation area. The park was refilled
and regraded in 1986 and 1987. One baseball field was removed to make
more open space for football and soccer. The shelter building was built in
1970 in conjunction with a city well and pump house. Also at this time the
skating facility was moved from the south end of the park to the north end of the park. An automatic irrigation system was installed on two major soccer/
football fields. Playground equipment was installed in 1975. Tennis courts
were built in 1966 and resurfaced in 1977 and 1985. Improvements to the
park were completed during the writing of this Plan and include renovation of
the north field to a sand peat field including drain tile and irrigation, re-grad-ing grass field to provide a practice field, renovating senior lighted field to
an artificial turf field, 1 mile paved trail loop connecting to streets, expanding
parking lots on north, west, and south sides of the park, wetland and creek
restoration and protection, and a new shelter building.
4303 West 58th Street
PAMELA PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
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8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (# ADA /### stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (# ADA /### stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (1 ADA /16 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Parking (3 ADA /61 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Maintenance /F
Building /Community Park /G
Structure /Umbrella /G
Play Area /Mulch /G
Play Area /Sand /G
Play Equipment /Playground (2)/G
Play Equipment /Swing Set (2)/G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair (2)/G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/-/N/A
Softball Field /(3)/G
Batting Cage /(2)/F
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Multi-Use Sports Field /40v x 60y (2)/G
Multi-Use Sports Field /80y x 120y /G
Bench /Fixed Metal (10)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood (3)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Picnic Table /Metal (4)/G
Bike Rack /Metal /G
Drinking Fountain /(1)/G
Drinking Fountain /(1)/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (5)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concrete /F
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (8)/G
Lighting /Flood (8)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Path /Asphalt (2)/G
Path /Asphalt /F
Path /Concrete /G
Strengths:
Lake Pamela, many entry points, ample parking, and large plots. Synthetic turf fields (in construction), trails, and a new building are a recent improvements.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connections, more bike racks, and a dock or access to Lake Pamela.
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PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-73
A new trail loop complements the existing trail.This small umbrella structure is the only shelter on site.
This building serves primarily for maintenance.
A play area sits on site with concrete edging and mulch.The tennis courts are isolated in a wooded area in the NE.
The softball fields sit on the NE part of the site.Two artificial turf soccer fields.
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PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-73
Parking lot improvements and expansion made in 2015.Parking lot improvements and expansion made in 2015
There are six athletic field lights throughout the fields.The multi-use fields are primarily used for soccer and football.
There is only one entry sign at the NW portion of the site.There is only one bike rack at the center of the park.
Field improvements and building expansion made in 2015.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-75B-74 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (79%)
Fair (18%)
Poor (3%)
4429 Vandervork Avenue South
Size: 36.55 Acres
Classification: Community Park
This park was formerly named Division and Rutledge Park. It was later renamed in honor of T. Lea Todd, who was the Pres-
ident of the Village Council from 1944 to 1945. A hard surface
area, new playground equipment, and a hockey rink with a
portable warming house were constructed in 1968. A new sun
shelter was installed in 1978. The hockey rink was discontin-ued in 1983. The new playground equipment was installed
in 1985 and replaced in 1997. The tennis courts were built in
1974 and resurfaced in 1986.
TODD PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Building /Community Park /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /(4)/G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Basketball Court /Tarmac /F
Softball Field /-/G
Hockey Rink (temporary)/grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/-/N/A
Flexible Use Field /about 1.3 acres F
Bench /Fixed Wood (6)/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Bench /Fixed Wood /P
Bench /Fixed Metal /G
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/G
Drinking Fountain /-/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (2)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic /F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concrete /F
Lighting /Flood (2)/G
Sign /Entry Sign (2)/G
Path /10’ Asphalt /G
Strengths:
Paths within park (closed circuit and connecting all amenities), two major entries, proximity to Meadowbrook Lake, mature tree
cover, nice entry signage, ice rink.
Opportunities:
Walking path ambiance, natural area (turf reduction), grills, more benches, recycling, environmental learning / play,
updated basketball court, off-street parking.
The basketball court in the SW corner needs improvements.
A meandering path circulates through the park.
There are two main entrances with signs in the SW and NE.
The Community Park building is located on the Park’s east side.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-77B-76 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (89%)
Fair (11%)
Poor (0%)
5801 Londonderry Road
Size: 44.24 Acres
Classification: Community Park
Walnut Ridge Park was named for the street on which it is lo-cated. Because of its poor soil conditions, Walnut Ridge Park
was filled through a period of many years during the 1960s.
It was regraded and an additional three feet of fill was hauled
in because large concrete pieces that are slowly surfacing
from the heaving of the frost in the wintertime. In the late 1970s a walking path was built around the park. At that time a
playground area was installed; new equipment was installed
in 1997. A sun shelter was installed in the mid 70s, and the
hockey rink with lights was built in 1987. The tennis courts
were built in 1974 and resurfaced in 1986.
WALNUT RIDGE PARK
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA /20 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Community Park /G
Structure /Bridge /G
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /G
Play Equipment /Swing Set /G
Play Equipment /Spring Chairs (3)/G
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Hockey Rink /Grass /G
Ice Rink (temporary)/-/N/A
Multi-Use Sports Field /60y x 110y /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Flexible Use Field /about 2.4 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/G
Picnic Table /Metal /G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (4)/G
Lighting /Flood Light (2)/F
Sign /Entry Sign (2)/G
Path /9’ Asphalt /G
Strengths:
Nice amenities (in good condition), circulating pathways (option to be recreational), information center, large size, open turf for field
athletics, proximity to Nine Mile Creek.
Opportunities:
Connection to greater park system, trail connection, on-site stormwater management, picnic area, including shelter, grills, picnic tables, drinking fountains, etc.
The hockey rink is in the NW portion of the site.
Sports fields takes up much of the park with a path circulating.
The play area sits at the north side of the park.
The Community Park building sits next to the ice rink.
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APPENDIX B
SPECIAL USE PARKS AND FACIILITIES
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-81B-80 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
Good (61%)
Fair (33%)
Poor (6%)
Size: 15.00 Acres
Classification: Special Use Park (Edina Historical
Museum, Formal Gardens)
Arneson Acres was donated to Edina by Morten and Kather-ine Arneson. The donation of Arneson Acres Park property
in 1969 helped further the development of horticulture in the
city park system. In 1986 the Edina Historical Museum was
relocated to the upper floor of the Arneson Acres home. In
1987 a long range master plan of Arneson Acres was drawn and paid for by the Garden Council.
4711 West 70th Street
ARNESON ACRES PARK
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-81B-80 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
The large picnic shelter provides space for events.
There are benches and other seating elements in the gardens.
The city allows for private events on site with a permit.
These gardens are maintenance heavy, but unique.
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (2 ADA /29 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Parking (1 ADA /35 stalls)/Asphalt /F
Structure /Maintenance /F
Structure /Greenhouse /F
Structure /Museum /F
Picnic Shelter /LArge /G
Bench /Fixed Wood /G
Bench /Fixed Wood (4)/F
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/P
Bench /Fixed Concrete /F
Picnic Table /Stone /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Picnic Table /Metal (3)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (5)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Plastic (2)/G
Lighting /Flood (2)/G
Lighting /Ornamental /G
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Path /4’ Concrete /G
Path /6’ Concrete /G
Patio /450’ sq, pavers /G
Fountain /13’ radius /G
Strengths:
Unique formal garden, gazebo, event space, museum, ample parking.
Opportunities:
Relocation of Cahill School and Grange from Frank Tupa Park.
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APPENDIX B
4’ wide sidewalks lead from the parking lot to the gazebo.Parking is available in two different lots.
A small patio and picnic area are directly back of the event space.
A grand fountain sits in the middle of the formal gardens.The lower portion of the building is used for social events.
Stairs, and a ramp lead up to the second floor museum.
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APPENDIX B
The entry sign displays the site’s points of interest and the museum hours.
Besides the formal gardens, the rest of the site is open turf and wooded areas.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-85B-84 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
The promenade is considered a part of Centennial Lakes
Size: -
Classification: Special Use Park (Prom-
enade)
The Edina Promenade, located in the heart
of the greater Southdale area near Centen-
nial Lakes, is an 80-foot wide greenway that connects the region’s various retail, residential
and recreational amenities. The Promenade
includes .75 mile of pedestrian and bicycle
pathways and is designed as an extension of
Centennial Lakes Park, a beautifully land-scaped 24-acre area surrounding a 10-acre
lake. This resulting pathway network creates
the “ultimate urban escape” and greatly
improves the livability of our community’s resi-
dents, employees and visitors.
EDINA PROMENADE
N/AN/A
N/A
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bench /?/
Receptacle /Waste (1)/G
Lighting /Ornamental (24)/G
Sign /Information (3)/G
Public Art /Sculptures (6)/G
Pathway /10’ concrete /G
Bicycle Trail /10’ asphalt /G
Strengths:
Great paths, very well maintained, unique art features.
Opportunities:
Further connection to the park system, bike racks, drinking fountains.
There are plenty of ornamental lights along the path.Designated bicycle paths also weave throughout the Promenade.
Decorative stained concrete pathways weave throughout.There is art scattered at various points along the path.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
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APPENDIX B
Good (65%)
Fair (35%)
Poor (0%)
4918 Eden Avenue
Size: 1.00 Acres
Classification: Special Use Park (Cultural Site)
Tupa Park was donated in the mid 60s to be used for a
historical park. The old Grange Hall was moved 100 feet from
its location and the Cahill School from its location on 70th and Cahill to the new historical park site. At the same time,
the Edina Historical Society began conducting classes at the
historical Cahill School. Thus, preserved in the historic park
are two of Edina’s oldest buildings, the Cahill School and
the Minnehaha Grange Hall. Both buildings are listed in the National Register of Historic Places in Washington, D.C. The
Tupa Historical Park itself was named after Frank Tupa. He
was a School Board director, Village Councilman, member of
the Board of Appeals and Adjustments, and a charter member
of the Edina Historical Society Board of Directors. In 1987 a monument was dedicated by the Daughters of the American
Revolution in honor of the Bicentennial of the Constitution of
the United States. A small seedling was planted on the north
FRANK TUPA PARK
side of the Cahill School. The seedling was acquired from the origi-
nal Horse Chestnut tree on Ellis Island.
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
N/A
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
The entry sign is consistent with the rest of the park system.There is no separation between the street and parking lot.
The site highlights the old Cahill School, built in 1864.The Minnehaha Grange Hall is also on site, built in 1879.
Strengths:
Historical features and information, off-street parking, across from City Hall,
Opportunities:
Natural areas (turf reduction), bike racks, drinking fountains, shelter, on-site storage for gardening supplies, recycle receptacle,
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA /9 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Historic Bldg. (2)/F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concrete /G
Lighting /Ornamental (9)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /F
Sign /Informational (2)/F
Path /8’ Concrete /F
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
69%
30%
1%
Raised Round Planter (44)
Raised Rectangular
Planter (19)
Raised Custom Planter (1)
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
Date completed: 10/28/2014
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access
¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage
¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers ¤Public Art / Unique Features
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ROSLAND PARK
4300 West 66th Street
Size: 22.05 Acres
Classification: Special Use Park (Edina
Art Center, Edina Aquatic Center)
Rosland Park is conveniently located in the
southeast corner of Highway 100 and Highway
62. Loaded with fun activities for everyone, Rosland Park offers a playground, two tennis
courts, a baseball field, a volleyball court, disc
golf and a fishing pier. The central attraction
of Rosland Park is the lovely fountain in the
middle of Lake Cornelia. An easily accessible 1.1 mile walking path surrounded by wildlife
and diverse wetland, lake views and baseball
fields stretches around the lake. The park also
features a large gazebo with grills for large and
small gatherings.
Good (92%)
Fair (8%)
Poor (0%)
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | B-89B-88 | CITY OF EDINA
Strengths:
Off of Valley View Road, surrounding Lake Cornelia, fishing pier, wooded area, frisbee golf, paths within park, restrooms, picnic
shelter, ample parking (two off-street lots).
Opportunities:
Trails connections and trails within the park, connection to greater park system, more pedestrian scaled lighting, naturalized areas (turf reduction), update Vita Course,
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (0 ADA / 223 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (8 ADA / 85 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Ticketing /G
Building /Restroom Block /G
Picnic Shelter /Large /G
Structure /Fishing Pier /F
Play Area /Gravel (2)/G
Play Area /Gravel /F
Play Equipment /Playground (2)/G
Play Equipment /Playground /F
Play Equipment /Swing Set (2)/G
Play Equipment /Tire Swing /G
Play Equipment /Climbing Ladder /G
Play Equipment /Sand Digger (3)/G
Play Equipment /Spring Chair (2)/G
Play Equipment /Vita Course /F
Play Equipment /Vita Course /P
Tennis Court /Tarmac (2)/G
Volleyball Pit /Sand /G
Baseball Field /60’/G
Frisbee Golf Course /-/G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bench /Fixed Concr. (2)/G
Bench /Fixed Metal (6)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Bench /Fixed Wood (19)/G
Rectangular Table /Metal (3)/F
Picnic Table /Metal (30)/G
Bike Rack /(3 stalls)/G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Lg. Metal /F
Waste Receptacle /Lg. Metal /G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Concr. (6)/G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Metal /F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Metal /G
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (9)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (6)/G
Lighting /Flood (5)/G
Lighting /Ornamental (2)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Sign /Markers /G
Sign /Markers /F
Sign /LED event /G
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The baseball field is in good condition This is EPRB only outdoor volleyball pit.
The swing set is ADA accessible.Vita course
A restroom block is centered in the park.The play area is in good condition, also centered in the park.
A ticketing building allows visitors to enter the Aquatic Center.A fishing pier on Lake Cornelia is a great amenity at Rosland.
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Parking lot needs new stripping.
Pathways circulate around Lake Cornelia.
LED event sign
A non standard park sign
There is an abundance of picnic tables at Rosland.
There is lots of open space for Frisbee golf, grilling and picnics.
Only one bike rack is on site.
Rosland has one of the only disc golf courses in Edina.
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
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APPENDIX B
Good (95%)
Fair (5%)
Poor (0%)
4935 Lincoln Drive South
Size: 41.76 Acres
Classification: Special Use Park
Van Valkenburg Park is named after former Mayor James Van Valkenburg. Mr. Van Valkenburg represented the people
of Edina as Council Member and Mayor from 1960 - 1980
and guided the community through the most active years of
recreational and park development. The adult softball field
complex is 20 acres of land that was acquired by tax forfei-ture. This was the first phase, and was funded by the sale of
the gravel from the area. The second phase was the addition
of an off-leash dog park. This was the city’s first off-leash dog
park. The park is only accessible from County Road 18 and is
segregated from the south portion of the park.
VAN VALKENBURG PARK
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
9. PHOTOS
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APPENDIX B
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Picnic Table /Metal (11)/G
Drinking Fountain /-/G
Waste Receptacle /Sm. Plastic (6)/G
Waste Receptacle /Sm. Plastic /F
Waste Receptacle /Med. Plastic (8)/G
Recycling Receptacle /Med. Metal (8)/G
Lighting /Flood (15)/G
Sign /Entry Sign /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (0 ADA /51 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (2 ADA /50 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Parking (2 ADA /102 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Building /Concessions/RR /G
Building /Maintenance /F
Softball Field /(3)/G
Mulit-Use Sports Field /40y x 80y (3)/G
Dog Park /2 acres /F
Bench /Fixed Metal (12)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood (2)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Strengths:
Dog park, softball facility, concession, lighting, trash receptacles, parking, paths and accessibility.
Opportunities:
Recycle receptacles, turf reduction, stormwater management, connection to greater park system, trail connection, bike rack.
A green space separates parking.
Three softball fields consume most of the park.
Concessions and RR. are placed in the center of all three fields.
A dog park takes up the NW section of the park
Date completed: 10/28/2014
5. OVERALL LAND USE:
4. ACCESSIBILITY & IDENTITY:
Park Access:
¤Public Road
¤Community Trail Access ¤Handicap
¤Public Transportation
Parking:
¤Off Street
¤On Street
Identity:
¤Entry Signage ¤Informational Signage
¤Historic Elements/Markers
¤Public Art / Unique Features
6. RECREATIONAL LAND USE:
1. SITE LOCATION:
2. GENERAL SITE DESCRIPTION:
3. CONDITION:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN B-95B-94 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX B
7335 York Avenue South
Size: 3.42 Acres
Classification: Special Use Park (Community Garden,
Skate Park)
Yorktown Park was named for the subdivision in which is
located. The park was built under the supervision of the
Park Board and staff by the subdivision contractor in 1973. The playground area was installed in the east portion of the
park connected with Richfield’s Adams Park. The park was
constructed so summer activities would be in the Edina part
of the park, and winter and summer activities would be in the
Richfield part of the park. When Adams Park was reconstruct-ed in the 70s, the playground equipment in Yorktown Park
was removed and installed in Adams Park. A sliding hill was
constructed in the playground’s location. A meandering path
connects the senior high rise building through Adams Park
and goes under a bridge at York Avenue which connects with the trail system to Southdale, Edinborough and Centennial
Lakes Park. The tennis courts were built in 1973 and resur-
YORKTOWN PARK
faced in 1984. The YMCA Tri-city Skate Park was opened in 2003
and a 55 plot community garden was built in 2013. The park gets
a tremendous amount of use from the YMCA adjacent to the park.
Playground Area
Tennis Court
Basketball Court
Baseball/Softball Field
Ice Rink
Multi-Use Sports Field
Flexible-Use Field
Trails
Shelters
Other
Wetland Area
Wooded Area
Open Space
Mowing Area
Parking Lot/Road
Buildings
Recreational Area
Other
Good (97%)
Fair (3%)
Poor (0%)
8. STRENGTHS AND OPPORTUNITIES:
7. AMENITIES AND CONDITION:
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Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Parking (1 ADA /42 stalls)/Asphalt /G
Skate Park /-/G
Garden /Community /G
Bench /Fixed Metal (8)/G
Bench /Fixed Wood /F
Picnic Table /Metal (2)/G
Receptacle /Waste /G
Lighting /Ornamental (10)/G
Lighting /Flood (2)/G
Sign /Information (2)/G
Pathway /Concrete /G
Amenity /Description /G/F/P*
Bike Trail /Asphalt /G
Strengths:
Connection to Edina Promenade/ trails, connection to Adams Hill Park (Richfield), connection to YMCA, hosts unique amenities
such as the community garden and skatepark.
Opportunities:Natural areas (turf reduction), bike racks, drinking fountains, shelter, on-site storage for gardening supplies, recycle receptacle.
The paving into the park is the same as the Edina Promenade.
Community gardens are fenced in at the east portion of the site.
Signs for the Promenade exist, but there is no entry sign.
The Yorktown Park hosts Edina’s only public skatepark.
9. Photos
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ALDEN PARK 1 X X X X X X
ARDEN PARK X X X X X
ARNESON ACRES X X X X ?X
BIRCHCREST PARK X X
BRAEMAR 2 X X X X X
BREDESEN PARK X X X X X
BROWNDALE PARK
CENTENNIAL LAKES PARK X X X X ? X X
CHOWEN PARK X X X X X
CORNELIA SCHOOL PARK 2 1 X 2 X X X X X X
COUNTRYSIDE PARK 2 X 2 X X X X X X /X
COURTNEY FIELDS 2 4 X
CREEK VALLEY SCHOOL PARK 5 X 2 X X X X X X X X
EDINA PROMENADE X X X
FOX MEADOW PARK X X X
FRANK TUPA PARK X X X
FRED RICHARDS X X X X X
GARDEN PARK 4 1 1 2 X X X X X
GRANDVIEW SQUARE X
HEIGHTS PARK X X X X
HIGHLANDS PARK 3 1 2 X X X X X X X X
LEWIS PARK 3 2 X X X X X X X X X X X
MCQUIRE PARK X X
MELODY LAKE PARK
NORMANDALE PARK 1 1 X 2 X X X X X X X X X
PAMELA PARK 3 3 2 X X X X X X X / X X X X
ROBERT J. KOJETIN PARK X X
ROSLAND PARK 1 2 X X X X X X X X
SHERWOOD PARK X X X
ST. JOHNS PARK X
STRACHAUER PARK 3 X X X X X X X
TINGDALE PARK X X
TODD PARK 1 X 2 X X X X X X X
UTLEY PARK 2 X X X X X
VAN VALKENBURG PARK 3 3 X
WALNUT RIDGE PARK 2 X 2 X X X X X X X X
WEBER PARK 1 1 2 2 X X X X X X X X
WILLIAMS PARK X X
WOODDALE PARK 2 X X X X X X X
YORK PARK 1 X X
YORKTOWN PARK X XMulti-Use Sports FieldBaseball FieldSoftball FieldFlexible Use FieldTennis CourtBasketball CourtHockey RinkIce RinkSledding HillPlaygroundPicnic ShelterCommunity Park BuildingRestroomsLightingAthletic Field LightsIrrigationWalking PathBike PathBike RacksParking
ENTERPRISE & SPECIAL USE
FACILITIES ASSESSMENTS
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INTRODUCTION
In December of 2014, the consultant team joined the Edina Parks and Recreation staff on a guided tour of indoor
enterprise facilities. The purpose of the tour was to familiarize the consultants with the existing inventory and
to evaluate the quality and performance of the indoor facilities. The facility assessments looked closely at user
participation, staffing, programming, amenities, operations, and overall design of each facility. Through careful
observation and interaction with staff, the consultant team identified the strengths, challenges, and opportunities
present to develop specific recommendations for indoor recreational facilities in Edina.
Evaluations were completed for the following indoor recreation facilities:
Facility Location Major Amenities/Services
Braemar Arena 7501 Ikola Way Indoor ice skating, hockey, special events
Braemar Field 7501 Ikola Way Year-round athletic field (inflated Nov-Apr)
Braemar Backyard Rink 7501 Ikola Way Outdoor covered ice staking and hockey
Braemar Golf Course 6364 John Harris Dr.Golf, tournaments, special events
Braemar Golf Dome 7420 Braemar Blvd.Indoor driving range and special uses
Centennial Lakes 7499 France Ave. S.Urban park, lake, amphitheater, pavilion, ice skating,
walking loop, mini golf / lawn games
Edina Art Center 4701 W. 64th St.Art gallery, classes, and special events
Edinborough Park 7700 York Ave. S.Indoor playground/play area, theater, pool, track
Edina Aquatic Center 4300 W. 66th St.Outdoor pool, splash pads, water slides
Although the consultant team was thorough in the evaluation of these facilities, it must be noted that observations were
dependent upon activity levels and condition for a single visit. It is understood that this limited sample could have
produced results that may not be typical for a particular facility.
ENTERPRISE FACILITIESBraemar
Braemar Golf Course
Braemar Arena
Braemar Field
Centennial LakesEdinborough
Rosland
Edina Aquatic Center
Edina Art Center
SPECIAL USE FACILITIESSenior Center
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BRAEMAR SPORTS COMPLEX
OVERVIEW
The Braemar Sports Complex consists of the Braemar Arena, Backyard Rink, Courtney
Fields, and Braemar Field, which combine to represent the crown jewel of the
Department’s recreational facilities. The Braemar complex is in the midst of an exciting
transformation, as the final touches are underway in the completion of the multi-million
dollar expansion that includes the new Backyard Rink and year-round Sports Dome.
These new additions are nice compliments to the existing Arena, and will greatly aid in
supporting the high demand in Edina for athletic facilities.
The Braemar Arena has been an integral part of the organized sports scene in Edina for
more than 50 years. The Arena houses three indoor ice rinks, top-notch locker rooms
and training facilities, a retail equipment store, an ice hockey training center, coach’s
resource center, concession space, skate rental shop, Zamboni storage and service area,
and an indoor walking loop. The Arena serves as a hub for youth hockey in Edina, and
has a reputation as one of the best facilities of its kind in the Metro Area. This facility
is well utilized, bordering on over-utilized, and supports the local hockey association,
the high school hockey team, and the figure skating club. The Arena also offers some
instructional programming, open skating, and private rentals.
The recently added Backyard Rink is a state-of-the-art outdoor ice rink that is equipped
to host competitive hockey matches and figure skating competitions and exhibitions.
Not only does this facility allow for a unique experience by bringing competitive
skating to an outdoor setting, but it also helps shoulder the overflow from the Arena by
increasing the available ice space by one-third. Although the outdoor rink is still under
construction, its popularity is already creating a buzz in and around Edina, as the early
forecasts expect the facility will remain fully booked for the foreseeable future.
Another exciting addition to the Braemar experience can be found a short distance
away from the Backyard Rink at the new Braemar Field. This facility represents the
new age of athletic fields, with an oversized indoor synthetic turf field that is housed
within a 100,000 square foot inflatable dome. The space is extremely versatile, in that
the removable dome allows for year-round accessibility to multi-use field space, even
during the harsh winter months. This first-in-class facility is the culmination of years
of planning and development by the City that began in August of 2011. The recently
completed sports dome has garnered a 20-year commitment from four major sports
associations that are expected to bring in nearly $100K per year, and the facility has
already surpassed its budgeted revenue goals before the official grand opening to the
public.
STRENGTHS
The high-quality standards and breadth of experiences available at the Braemar Sports
Complex are an accurate reflection of the expectations residents have for recreational
facilities in Edina. The Braemar sports complex is a hotspot for recreational activity
within the City, as it boasts some of the most popular facilities in Edina. Residents
are very proud of these facilities and there is a strong sense of ownership among the
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community in relation to the Braemar Arena, Backyard Rink, and Braemar Field. This
lineup of facilities is not only an asset to the City, but they are also developing a solid
reputation as some of the best in the Metro Area.
Selecting Braemar as the host site for development of the new multi-million dollar
facilities was largely due to the success of the Arena over the years. The Braemar
Arena represents excellence, and the new additions are hoping to capture that essence
and build upon it. Hockey is extremely popular in the Metro Area, and Edina has a
long standing tradition of being the best, which is evidenced by the multi-generational
appeal among residents and the countless championship banners hanging from the
rafters. Excellence is also exemplified by the high quality standard that is upheld within
the Arena, such as fast ice technology, locker rooms with professional grade training
facilities, that are comparable to those found at the collegiate level.
The long standing popularity of the Braemar Arena has already began to spill over onto
the new outdoor rink and sports dome. It is clear that the high levels of participation will
be directly transferable to the new facilities, based on the immediate success of rentals
at the new sites. The local baseball, football, lacrosse, and soccer associations have
all committed to a 20-year schedule and approximately 800 hours of field rental time.
Both the outdoor rink and sports dome are in high demand from their inception, as each
facility was already booked well into the future before their grand openings.
The facilities at the Braemar Complex are also very focused on achieving financial
sustainability. The department has been creative in finding significant streams of
revenue and incorporating best practices in energy efficiency in the planning and
development of the new additions, which are a direct extension of the innovation and
earning capability that exists at the Arena. The development of effective partnerships
has been a catalyst for generating revenue and encouraging self-sustainability. In the
renovation to the locker rooms at the Arena (Hornet’s Nest), the Department included
retail spaces as part of the addition. This retail space attracted two tenants to a 10-
year lease agreement, which contribute enough rent to cover the bond payment for
the associated capital improvement. Additionally, the department can apply fees
collected from sports organizations on a per player basis, directly to bond payments.
The Braemar Arena is also bringing in substantial profits from its concession operation,
generating around $240K in revenue per year and netting between $70-$80K in profit.
CHALLENGES
Although the facilities found at Braemar are pillars of the Edina Parks and Recreation
Department, consultant visits did yield a short list of challenges that were evident.
Naturally, the shortcomings were most prevalent in the older Arena, as the newly
developed facilities are still in their infancy and have yet to demonstrate any outstanding
weaknesses.
The Arena has been through many expansions and renovations during its life, but a
facility that is more than 50 years old is bound to have issues in need of improvement.
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The most significant concern that exists at the facility relates to the safety of the
spectators. The seating areas of the ice rink are lacking handrails along the aisle ways,
which poses a liability for the Department if the absence of these railings results
in someone being injured. There are also some maintenance issues and outdated,
or neglected, components to the building that are creating some eye sores. This is
evidenced by the deteriorating condition of the ceiling in the East Rink, which was in
need of attention, but was addressed in January of 2015. There is some abandoned, and
underutilized, space at the site of the old front desk. This area should be repurposed, or
at least cleaned up, so it matches the feel of the rest of the facility. In a facility as active
as the Arena, this dead space should be better utilized due to the substantial opportunity
cost associated with it.
Another challenge of the facilities at Braemar (and system-wide) is the popularity of
the facility and scheduling challenges it provides. Staff has tried balance access to
facilities through scheduling and follows general rules where kids are scheduled to 9pm
and adults are scheduled after that, sometimes until 11:30pm. Ice hours sold to adults
has increased from 613 in 2011 to 1033 in 2014 and two days per week for open hockey
over the lunch hour (230 hours in 2014). Scheduling more adult times would have to
come at the expense of youth activities. Although the department is slightly lagging in
satisfying the demand for fields, courts, and ice for youth athletics, it must continue to
try and balance participation.
In addition to the equity issues among user groups, there is also disparity in the quality
of the three indoor ice rinks at the Braemar Arena. The addition of the Hornet’s Nest
to the main rink has highlighted the inequities of the other two. Although the recent
renovation was a major facelift for the facility, it has left the auxiliary rinks with features
and amenities that are of significantly lesser quality in comparison. Bathroom and
shower improvements are a priority in the auxiliary rinks to elevate them to a similar
quality standard. It should be a priority of the Department to ensure that future capital
improvements aim to enhance the areas that are lagging behind in quality.
OPPORTUNITIES
A comprehensive view of the Braemar Complex reveals a substantial opportunity to
combine the variety of experiences available into one package. Creation of a dedicated
Site Master Plan as a guideline for Braemar will be essential in order to rebrand the
existing facilities as a single entity. If the Department decides to create a new brand,
development of a thorough strategy that builds upon core competencies of each facility
and identifies clear objectives with measurable outcomes will be key to the overall
success. A strategically coordinated effort among the various facilities at Braemar
would also encourage better cross-promotion and collaboration between sites, as well as
the seamless sharing of staff and resources.
Opportunities also exist within the Braemar Arena to better utilize the existing space.
One of these prospects is the conversion of the old front desk that has been deteriorating
for decades. The location of the old desk is situated in an area of regular traffic flow, and
its neglected state takes away from the aesthetics of the facility. Similarly, there are vast
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sections of wasted space underneath the bleachers in the secondary rinks of the Arena.
These voids could be enclosed to provide valuable storage space for equipment or
maintenance needs. This strategy has worked in other rinks and should be applied to all.
There is also an undeveloped area off the west arena that overlooks the new outdoor rink
that would be an ideal setting for an outdoor seating area that helps tie the two facilities
together. Another underperforming feature of the Arena is the Coach’s Resource Center.
Although it is in clear sight, the resource center remains dormant throughout the year,
and finding a way to make this space useful should be addressed in the near future.
The lack of adult programming and adult users is a system-wide issue that is
exemplified within the indoor recreational facilities operated by the Department.
Although the addition of the new facilities at Braemar promises to relieve some of the
strain that existed in providing sufficient field and ice time for youth athletics, it appears
that the gain for adult users is minimal. Finding ways to inject some multi-generational
usage into the new facilities may be challenging, but it is the duty of the department to
provide recreational opportunities for all user segments.
Based on past success, the Department should also try to incorporate new ideas for
Braemar that are outside the box. The two retail spaces at Braemar Arena and the
proposed restaurant that will be part of the golf course clubhouse remodel are prime
examples of how the Department has been creative in finding alternate sources
of revenue to help fund capital improvements and support operations. With the
overwhelming popularity of the new facilities at Braemar, there should be strong
potential to try new and innovative ways to capture additional revenues from the
substantial traffic flow that is expected.
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Explore the possibility of a Braemar brand for the variety of experiences
available in the area. This would include thorough analysis of the potential
benefit and feasibility of sharing resources and cross-promotion between the
various sites.
• Improve equity among user groups by adding more program opportunities
for adults at the Braemar facilities, along with an effective marketing plan
that targets this underserved segment.
• Maintain and build upon non-traditional forms of revenue generation
that capitalize on the strong participation levels at the Braemar athletic
facilities.
• Make necessary updates and repurposing of underperforming/failing areas
of the Arena to ensure it is up to the high level of quality expected from the
Braemar facilities.
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BRAEMAR GOLF FACILITIES
In addition to the sports fields and ice rinks offered at Braemar, there are also indoor
facilities related to golf that are located in the area. These include the main clubhouse
for the 27-hole golf course and the golf dome practice facility and a secondary
clubhouse for the driving range and executive course. Similar to the other Braemar
experiences, the golf facilities are well used by residents and they are unique
components of the existing inventory.
The main clubhouse and the golf dome complement the golf course and provide
sanctuary for golf enthusiasts during the winter off-season. The clubhouse sees the
majority of its activity during the summer months, but it does offer rental opportunities
for private parties or meetings that can be used year-round. The golf dome has an
opposite effect, as its pace accelerates during the winter months when golfing outdoors
is not a viable option.
Currently, the clubhouse and golf dome are in opposite stages of transition. The
clubhouse is in the initial stages of a transformation that will completely change the
existing layout. At the time of the consultants’ visit, the demolition phase was only
a few days away. This will initiate a long overdue facelift for the facility, which will
include a variety of updates and remodeling, as well as the introduction of a dedicated
kitchen that will enact a new partnership with a popular local restaurant. In contrast, the
golf dome is on the tail end of a recent revamp that took place following an unfortunate
fire that set the facility ablaze a few years ago. Its recent rebuild revitalized the golf
dome, resulting in improved earning power and elevated participation levels.
STRENGTHS
The strengths of the clubhouse and the golf dome vary significantly due to the purpose
each facility serves. The clubhouse is more of a support function to the golf course,
while the golf dome is more of a stand-alone enterprise. As mentioned previously,
these facilities are also at very different stages in their useful lives, with the golf dome
regaining its bearings following its rebirth, while the clubhouse is just beginning its
significant transformation.
As a support function of the golf course, the clubhouse’s success is heavily reliant on
the amount of golfer turnout. Based on insight from staff at the site, the golf course
is extremely popular during the peak season and is receiving favorable levels of play.
Strong utilization of the course is a driver to the success of the clubhouse, in that it
encourages concession and retail sales in the proshop and increases the exposure of
the facility for potential rentals. The existing user base at the clubhouse is expected to
increase in the near future due to the closing of Fred Richards, the addition of the Tin
Fish restaurant, and the proposed redesign of the 9-hole course.
The setting of the clubhouse is another perceived strength. The facility and its setting
reflect the natural beauty of the surrounding golf course, exhibited by the picturesque
views from the second level balcony. The floor plan of the clubhouse is well suited
to serve its purpose, with a dedicated proshop on the lower level to carry out the golf
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operations and a large open space upstairs that is conducive to hosting various functions
or to simply relax and grab a bite to eat before or after a round of golf. Another
interesting feature of the property is its accessibility, as users can enter the building
through the upper and lower levels. The improvements that will be completed in the
near future are expected to further enhance the solid framework that exists, which
should lead to better customer satisfaction, increased revenues, and stronger appeal for
rentals.
At face value, the most obvious strength of the golf dome is the fact that it is a brand new
facility in excellent condition. Although the fire to the old dome was very unfortunate,
the phoenix effect that resulted gave way to a pristine facility that the community is
very proud to have. The site is very popular during the winter season, and allows Edina
golfers the luxury of having year round access to a high-quality practice facility.
Another strength of the new golf dome is the new technologies that are available. The
past tragedy that wiped out the old golf dome was a learning experience that resulted in
the installation of the latest technologies for fire prevention as part of the reconstruction.
The facility also recently introduced new tee dividers that are very popular among users
because of their ability to measure ball speed and trajectory to produce a digital readout
of how far the ball would travel.
CHALLENGES
The success of the golf course clubhouse and the golf dome are heavily influenced by
the seasonality of these two facilities. The clubhouse experiences subpar usage levels
during the winter months when the golf course is dormant, while the golf dome has a
reciprocal effect as it is closed during the warmer months when the course is highly
accessible.
A direct result of the heavy usage of the golf course is the negative effect overcrowding
can have on overall customer satisfaction. Many residents are disappointed with the
golf course’s preferential disposition towards league play, and the resulting exclusion
of paying customers. The leagues have become notorious for blocking out tee times,
which has significantly diminished the amount of open play available to the average
resident. Furthermore, the course has noticed that the leagues have recently been more
inclined to overestimate the amount of tee times needed, and they are not paying for the
unused times, which frustrates golfers that are turned away and punishes the course in
the form of lost revenue. This phenomenon must be carefully observed due to the fact
that there is likely to be an increased demand for open play as a result of the closing of
Fred Richards.
One challenge identified for the golf dome was actually a perceived strength in the
facility before the fire. In the past, the golf dome was not only a practice facility for
golf, but it also supported practice time from a variety of sports teams, such as lacrosse
and soccer. The rentals among these groups has really fallen off in the new facility,
and with the opening of Braemar Field, the Department anticipates even less interest in
rentals at the golf dome.
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OPPORTUNITIES
The golf course and the golf dome would greatly benefit from the creation of a Braemar
Master Plan and a consolidated branding strategy for the Braemar experiences. Adding
the golf facilities to this effort would help add value to the Braemar brand and diversify
the experiences available in the area. Not only would the golf facilities add to the new
brand, but the combined effort of the Braemar facilities would also help gain exposure
for the golf course and dome that might lead to increased usage and rentals. Effective
cross-promotion and collaboration between the Braemar facilities will be the key to
success in creating a new brand, and the combined effort should produce a noticeable
improvement in all facilities involved. A prime example of the potential that can be
realized in collaboration of facilities is in the increased retail revenue that has resulted
from the sharing of inventory between the clubhouse and the golf dome.
A tremendous opportunity is on the horizon for the golf course clubhouse, based on the
renovation to the facility and the addition of the Tin Fish restaurant. The much needed
facelift to the facility was long overdue, and the fresh look to the facility should make
it more attractive to users and encourage increased off-season activity at the clubhouse.
The addition of the restaurant demonstrates great forward thinking by the Department
in finding new ways to enhance the earning capabilities of the facility. Capitalizing on
the popularity of their new partner should generate new traffic to the facility, as well as
improving the overall satisfaction of the existing users.
The rebirth of the golf dome has been well received, but there are a variety of
opportunities for improvement that still exist. Based on the popularity of the new tee
divider technology, the Department should not only invest in adding more units to the
facility, but also explore differential pricing for the use of the technology to help offset
the cost of purchasing more dividers. There is also large potential to generate funding in
the form of sponsorships and advertising, especially with the capabilities of the new tee
dividers to display ads. The Department should increase the amount of programming
offered through the golf dome, especially among youth and beginners. Additional
programming in the dome could compliment lessons and camps that are prevalent at
the golf course, and/or create hybrid programs that utilize both facilities to increase
exposure of the facility. The dome could also serve as a great catch-all for the overflow
from sports teams and private rentals at the Braemar Field, and communication between
the two facilities could prevent turning away some of these groups due to the limited
amount of available field time at the new sports dome.
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Explore the possibility of incorporating golf facilities into a comprehensive
Braemar brand. This would include thorough analysis of the potential benefit
and feasibility of sharing resources and cross-promotion between the various
sites.
• Actively advertise and promote the golf course clubhouse during and
following the remodel in coordination with the Department’s overall
marketing strategy to raise awareness of the improvement, drive
new use of the facility, and communicate the return on investment.
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• Increase instructional programming at the golf facilities, especially for
youth and beginners, as well as introducing programming that utilizes
both the golf course and the golf dome to increase exposure of these
facilities.
• Coordinate with reservations at Braemar Field to increase rentals at golf
dome by capturing the overflow from the popularity of the new sports
dome.
• Seek sponsorship/advertising dollars and develop additional revenue sources,
such as differential pricing for tee divider technology, to help support
operational costs.
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OVERVIEW
This enterprise facility offers a variety of recreational experiences in a unique urban
setting. Centennial Lakes is considered a gem of the parks system, and is truly a one
of a kind facility for the Greater Metro Area. The park and its facilities can be enjoyed
year-round and offers something for the all types of users.
During the summer months, the park is full of energy and is a prime destination for
residents and visitors to the City. The 10-acre lake is a focal point of the park in the
warm season and it hosts a variety of activities, such as fishing, paddleboat rentals, and
even supports a local radio-controlled model yacht club. There are also a wide range
of land-based activities that surround the central body of water. The 1,000 seat outdoor
amphitheater is a prominent feature of the park, as it hosts numerous live performances
and special events for the community. The on-site pavilion remains in high demand
for private rentals throughout the year, with multiple layout options and full-service
catering. Another popular part of Centennial Lakes is the designated lawn games area
and the challenging 18-hole miniature golf course that features real bent grass. The park
also features a walking loop that circles the lake, beautiful landscaping accentuated by
public art displays, and a plethora of passive recreational settings.
As temperatures drop in the winter months, Centennial Lakes remains popular and
transitions into a beautiful outdoor ice skating facility that draws massive crowds. The
outdoor ice rink is one of the largest, and most unique, of its kind and the surface is kept
in pristine condition due to daily grooming by an ice resurfacer. The outdoor rink is
complimented by the Hughes Pavilion which serves as a warming house complete with
skate rentals, indoor/outdoor fireplaces, and concessions.
STRENGTHS
The unique setting and abundance of features make this enterprise facility a strength
of the system. Not only is the facility full of attractive options for its users, but it
also benefits from the heavy traffic flow associated with the surrounding commercial
setting. Centennial Lakes has distinct characteristics that separate it from other facilities
typically found in a parks system, and its location provides an interesting change of pace
from its surroundings.
Another strength of this site is the abundance of experiences it offers and its year-round
appeal. The foresight involved in planning this unique facility should be commended,
as it is rare that a recreational facility is able to adapt to the contrasting seasons found in
Minnesota as effectively as Centennial Lakes does. Furthermore, this enterprise facility
engages all types of users through a variety of passive and active recreation activities,
which is a testament to its solid design.
As a leading enterprise facility in Edina, Centennial Lakes is superior in attracting
private rentals and hosting live performances and special events. The picturesque
setting of the park is a key attribute contributing to the high demand for rental space
at the site, especially during the warmer season. Centennial is also very important as
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a performance venue, as there is a clear lack of performance space available within
the City of Edina. Live performances and community events are very well received at
Centennial Lakes and these bring in optimal levels of attendance and excitement to the
park.
CHALLENGES
Overall, Centennial Lakes is a superb facility and the consultant visit to the site revealed
no significant weaknesses. Potential challenges include the inability to generate
revenues outside of private rentals, especially during the cold season, and the lack of
extended connectivity of the park to date.
As the winter season approaches, rentals slow significantly and many revenue
generating features (e.g., miniature golf and paddleboat rentals) cease. While ice
skating draws significant crowds to the park, there is currently no charge for admission
and revenues are limited to skate rentals and concessions. This means that users are
able to utilize the facility at no charge, which may result in low levels of cost recovery
for maintaining and staffing the massive ice rink. Although free open skating adds
substantial value for users, this must also be assessed from a business perspective to
ensure that the operation is sustainable.
During the warmer months the park is full of activity, but based on consultant
observations, the site seems to have a high degree of passive use that lacks revenue
generation. Again, the passive recreational opportunities that exist at Centennial
provide tremendous public benefit, but the lack of adequate value added programming
could be limiting its potential. Finding programming opportunities that generate
additional revenue would significantly improve the facility’s ability to support the cost
of operations.
Although this site features a paved walking surface around the lake and an extending
connection to the promenade, there has been a lack of any far-reaching connectivity of
the trail to outlying neighborhoods or other parks / facilities. However, it is planned that
the Nine Mile Creek Trail will connect Centennial Lakes to the local and regional trail
network within coming years.
OPPORTUNITIES
Centennial Lakes has some prime opportunities moving forward that will improve
financial sustainability and further solidify its prowess as a leading facility within
the system. As mentioned previously, the park could use a more robust lineup of
programming at the site that drives more revenue generation. Not only is the park
very popular within the City, but it also benefits from the substantial traffic from the
surrounding commercial zones. In addition, the park is well-used throughout the year
and there is really no down season for the facility. All of these factors contribute to
significant potential for Centennial Lakes to be very sustainable by incorporating new
and exciting programs and activities that drive energy into the park and money into the
system.
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Another opportunity identified during consultant visits is the potential to extend
and connect the walking loop around the lake. The loop currently connects to the
Promenade, which is well used by residents and appreciated for its public art features,
but it only extends the loop less than a mile. As plans are developing to the Nine Mile
Creek Trail and trail system beyond, the walking loop around Centennial must be a
designated access point and connection along the way. Because the facility is full of
unique experiences and is aesthetically pleasing, incorporating Centennial Lakes into
the trail system as a destination would add great value for users.
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Introduce new programming to the site for more structured activities that
supplement the variety of passive recreation opportunities and provide
additional revenue generation.
• Ensure that the Nine Mile Creek Trail connects to Centennial Lakes as a
destination along the route, as well as being a strategic connection to outlying
neighborhoods and other parks and facilities.
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OVERVIEW
The Edina Art Center is a very unique facility that highlights the variety of experiences
the Parks and Recreation Department has to offer. The building that houses the Art
Center is an old house from the 1930’s that was purchased by the City nearly 40
years ago and was retrofitted to provide a facility for residents to explore their artistic
creativity.
The features of the Art Center include an exhibit gallery that rotates works from local
artists, classroom and studio space, a gift shop, a small catering kitchen, and an array
of artistic equipment and supplies. The Edina Art Center also provides an extensive
lineup of art programs that utilize a variety of mediums, including pottery, clay
sculpture, drawing, painting, photography, and more. The facility offers instruction and
exploratory classes, camps, and private studio rentals for all ages and skill levels.
STRENGTHS
The setting of the Edina Art Center is a perceived strength. The facility is fortunate to
be in a very serene location that has beautiful views of nature, which sets an overlying
tone on the property of artistic expression that translates into the building. Although the
building is aging and very outdated, its natural setting helps preserve the beauty of the
facility. The Art Center is beloved by residents as a creative outlet for artists, which is
reflected in the strong program participation and the vast amount of community support
received by the center.
Another strength of the Art Center rests in its ability to attract local artists and engage
in partnerships. The Art Center is one of the few facilities in the Metro Area that offers
private studio space for local artists, and the rates for usage of the space are extremely
reasonable. The Edina Art Center has also been effective in enacting partnerships with
outside organizations. The juried art exhibitions that are on display in the gallery have a
pool of over 270 local artists that have contributed their works.
CHALLENGES
While the facility rests in a beautiful setting, the age and deterioration of the building
overtime is its most prominent challenge. The building that houses the Art Center is
busting at the seams and the amount of available space isn’t nearly sufficient enough
to handle the amount of activity the facility receives. The current design has no space
dedicated to the performing arts, which is normally a basic component for a traditional
Art Center, especially since there is very limited performance space available elsewhere
in the City. Storage within the facility is also very limited, and this shortage is hindering
the ability of the center to function properly. The limited space is also an issue on the
exterior, as the amount of parking at the facility has become a major issue.
The building has endured a variety of structural issues that are a direct result of the
age of the facility. Most recently, the site has experienced significant drainage issues
that have affected the accessibility and safety of the facility. The lone ADA accessible
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entrance to the lower level of the building has turned into a safety hazard due to
excessive moisture that is accumulating due to poor drainage. The outdoor kiln area
has also been compromised by poor drainage, and the erosion caused by rainwater is
threatening to ruin some costly equipment.
OPPORTUNITIES
The general consensus among users is that the Art Center needs to be relocated or
rebuilt to provide an adequate facility. The current facility needs major repairs and
improvements, and the design of the facility is not meeting the needs as an art center.
It would be a challenge to develop new location or repurpose the existing facility, but
based on the amount of activity at the current center and the community support for the
arts, these efforts would be well received. An appropriate facility could also provide
some much needed performing arts space in Edina that would add tremendous value to
the Arts Center.
In its current state, there is some opportunity to take advantage of the Center’s ideal
setting. The natural surroundings of the facility would be perfect to incorporate a nature
center, trails, and wildlife viewing opportunities. These features would complement the
activities of the art center, and could provide a source of inspiration for artists using the
facility.
Based on the activity levels of the Art Center, there is also an opportunity to realize
additional revenues for the center. The demand for use at the center is very high, and
the current pricing for private studio time is well below the market value. In addition,
the current 35% commission for art sold through the Center is also low, as the going
commission rates in galleries in the area is normally closer to 50%.
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Conduct a feasibility study to determine the cost-benefit of renovating versus
relocating the existing facility, and develop a strategic plan for satisfying the
need for an adequate Art Center.
• Address structural and design issues of the facility to improve
accessibility, protect valuable equipment, and ensure safety of
users.
• Explore the potential for nature-based programming and amenities that add
value to the Center and utilize the natural resources and beauty that is present
on the property.
• Assess the market rate for commission on art sales and studio rentals in the
Metro Area and determine whether the current rates at the Center need to be
adjusted.
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OVERVIEW
The Edinborough Park indoor recreation facility is a prime example of the unique
experiences the Edina Parks and Recreation Department has to offer. This entire
one-acre park is indoors, and features the tallest indoor play structure in Minnesota, an
amphitheater, a 25-yard lap pool, a walking/running loop, fitness area, multi-purpose
play area, private rental space, and concessions. Edinborough is separated into two
recreational spaces: one side is comprised of the indoor park and great hall, and the
other side is dedicated to amenities for fitness and exercise.
This facility is extremely popular within the community, especially when the
temperature drops or there is precipitation outside. On a busy day the park is known
to experience over 2,500 admissions, which can include up to 24 private birthday
parties in a single day. Admission can be purchased for the indoor playground (parents
accompanying children are free), the fitness area and pool, or the entire facility, as well
as a discounted 10-visit pass.
Edinborough Park also offers a variety of youth programming throughout the year, as
well as live entertainment for the entire family. Youth programming at the facility aim
to combine learning and play, with many programs related to the arts and most have
a minimal additional fee for a wristband for the child to stay and play. The 250-seat
amphitheater hosts a variety of live performances that are free to the public and provide
a prime venue to display the performing arts groups of the area.
Another interesting dynamic of this facility is the partnership agreements with the other
tenants of the building and outside organizations. The park is essentially an enclosed
courtyard that connects several taller buildings, which include a corporate center, a
senior living community, and a hotel. These adjacent tenants utilize the features of
Edinborough to supplement lacking amenities that provide fitness and other recreational
opportunities for hotel guests, office workers, and residents living onsite. The facility
also partners up with the Edina Art Center for programming and partners with the Edina
Swim Club to use the pool.
STRENGTHS
Edinborough Park is an exceptionally unique facility that reflects beautiful design that
promotes activity, excitement, and fun. The layout is accentuated by fantastic sightlines
with far reaching views and the massive tree-like play structure that stretches from
floor to ceiling. This facility exudes excitement, and even grown adults are likely to be
enticed to enjoy all the fun the site has to offer.
Another perceived strength of the facility is its interaction with the other tenants on the
property. Edinborough Park adds superb value to the neighboring businesses, offices,
and residences. The indoor park is a strong economic asset for the partners it shares
space with, and the additional usage these relationships bring to the facility allow the
park to maintain strong utilization levels and, to some extent, guarantees participation at
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the facility even during off-peak times for public use.
The multi-generational appeal that exists at Edinborough Park is undoubtedly a
strength of the facility. Many of the recreational facilities in Edina are dominated by
an individual age segment, but the variety of experiences available at Edinborough
encourage users of all ages to recreate in harmony. Part of this all-inclusive appeal
is tied to the functional layout of the facility, which allows for just enough separation
between the kid-centric play features and the adult-oriented fitness amenities, with
sufficient common ground to provide a homogeneous overtone for the park.
CHALLENGES
Although this facility has a wide variety of amenities for users, some of these features
are showing signs of age. The pool and fitness area, in particular, is in need of some
extensive updating and redesign. The upgrades needed for this portion of the facility
would allow it to be more like a conventional fitness center. Improvements that
are most needed include: addition of ADA accessibility, upgrading the locker room
facilities, adding air conditioning to the indoor walking/jogging loop, a designated
space for fitness equipment, and resurfacing of the track.
Another notable challenge is the conflict in usage agreements for the indoor pool.
Currently, the Edina Swim Club occupies the pool Monday through Friday from 3pm-
8pm. The facility is also supposed to be available to guests staying at the Marriott
attached to the facility, per the facilities joint-use agreement with the hotel. This has
presented a major issue, in that it devalues the experience of the hotel’s guests, and
subsequently limits the value of the agreement between the hotel and Edinborough
Park. Unfortunately, the Edina Swim Club’s pool time falls into the prime time for
open swim among hotel guests and community participants.
OPPORTUNITIES
Based on the variety of recreational spaces and experiences available at Edinborough
Park, there is a prime opportunity to use the facility as a solid base for a recreation
center. It has been well documented that residents of Edina perceive an indoor
recreation center as the most needed type of facility in the area. It would require some
renovation and expansion of the existing facility, but there is solid framework at the site
for the development of a recreation center. If the Department decided to move forward
with this concept, there is optimal outdoor space adjacent to the pool that would be
ideal for expansion.
There is also a considerable opportunity to rework the existing layout to incorporate
a dedicated fitness center within the facility. The fitness equipment that is currently
available is well used, but it is poorly placed around the track. Not only is the
placement of the fitness equipment limiting its usage, it also hinders the usage of the
track and some equipment is presenting a safety hazard because it infringes on the
inner path of the walking/jogging loop. In addition to removing the misplaced exercise
equipment from the indoor track, the loop would also be better utilized by installing a
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new surface that is appropriate for walking/jogging. The addition of air conditioning
is another much needed improvement to the fitness area, as the extreme temperatures
within this area are a huge deterrent for users.
The renewal of the joint use agreement between Edinborough Park and its neighbors
should be another point of emphasis for the facility in the near future. The agreement is
scheduled for review in 2017, and the success of the facility will hinge on whether or not
the adjacent tenants are willing to re-sign. The corporate center, residences, and hotel
are key players in the high levels of activity at Edinborough Park, and ensuring these
relationships remain intact and healthy should be a high priority with the upcoming
renewal date. The extent of improvements and updates that take place at the facility
over the next several years will be a key driver in the renewal of the existing agreement,
and the Department should be taking the necessary steps to be well-positioned for
resigning.
Enclosing the amphitheater or creating a solution for controlled access would allow the
Department the ability to more easily charge admission to special events, performance,
and activities. An enclosure would also provide the opportunity for performances to take
place in the amphitheater without disrupting adjacent areas in the park.
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Conduct feasibility study for future renovation and expansion to convert
existing facility into a recreation center.
• Consider enclosing the amphitheater to allow for controlled admission and
ability to conduct events and performances without disrupting adjacent
areas.
• Develop a business plan for the park to understand the current cost of facility
ownership and operation, and identify a long-term partnership strategy with
neighboring tenants (i.e., hotel, residences, office tower) and user groups
(i.e., swim team) in order to prioritize facility improvements and operations.
Improvements to be considered include:
• Redesigning the existing fitness area/track to remove impediments
from running lanes and creating a more functional space for
exercise.
• Identifying a designated space for workout equipment other than around the
indoor track due to the limited space available.
• Adding air conditioning and resurfacing the loop to make the track more
user friendly and increase participation.
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OVERVIEW
The Edina Senior Center was built nearly 15 years ago and hosts a variety of activities
and programs primarily for seniors, but also other community groups. The building
is a shared site, with the Senior Center occupying the first floor and the Edina Library
upstairs. The Senior Center functions as a partnership, with the City and County sharing
costs for operating the facility.
The Senior Center offers memberships for a small annual fee, which includes a monthly
newsletter and priority registration for activities at the Center. Programming offered
include sports, games, movies, fine arts, trips and tours, fitness, health and wellness,
social gatherings, and life skills education, as well as private rentals. The Center also
organizes multiple performance groups and a variety of special interest groups and
clubs. The average user of the facility is between the ages of 70-85.
STRENGTHS
Overall, the facility is in excellent condition and appears to be well-maintained. This
site has a nice mix of meeting rooms and multi-purpose spaces, with ample space for
hosting a variety of programs and activities simultaneously. The layout is also very
conducive to the activities that take place at the facility, and the added bonus of a
commercial kitchen and easily accessible patio area make an ideal setting for private
rentals.
The Senior Center is also fortunate to have strong partnerships that help support the site.
The fact that the City and County split costs at the Center is a major boost, and it is a
testament to the perceived benefit the site provides for residents. The Senior Center also
has a strong relationship with the library it shares the building with, and the missions of
these organizations are well-aligned. The commitment of outside organizations to the
Center are also very important to the success of the facility, specifically the Edina Art
Center and Community Education.
CHALLENGES
The most noticeable challenge of the Edina Senior Center is its underutilization, as the
facility typically remains far below capacity during the majority of its operating hours.
This is primarily due to the inability to capture the 55-70 age segment, which play an
integral part in the participation levels at the Center. Based on interactions with staff,
weak marketing efforts in the past have also been a contributing factor to the modest
attendance at the site.
Although the Senior Center is in excellent condition and provides ample spaces for
senior programming, there are a few factors present that limit its potential. Perhaps
the top deterrent for use of the facility is the severe shortage of parking. The amount of
parking stalls available onsite are well below what is needed to support strong usage of
the Senior Center and library. Furthermore, the only overflow parking for the facility
is at an office building across the street, but this is only available for use in the evenings
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after the offices are closed. The rentals of the facility have been gaining momentum
recently, but the lack of a liquor license, cracking floor of the main rental space, and
the dated audio visual equipment for formal meetings are preventing some would-be
rentals.
OPPORTUNITIES
Finding a way for the Senior Center to tap into the 55-70 year old age segment, and
other younger age segments, is a prime opportunity for the site. Today’s seniors are
healthier and younger than ever before, and the marketing to these groups needs to
reflect this change. Residents just entering the senior age segment typically don’t want
to be classified as a “senior.” The rebranding of the facility and a modified marketing
approach to remove the negative connotation associated with the title of “senior” could
significantly improve the Center’s ability to attract the younger target audience.
Another opportunity exists in addressing the severe shortage of parking available
onsite. This shortage is well known among users of the Center and many individuals
have stopped participating in activities because they know what a challenge it is to find
parking. Although space in the area is limited to develop additional parking, the success
at the Senior Center will forever be hamstrung by this lack of sufficient parking.
There are also opportunities to make the facility more inviting for private rentals.
As long as the facility doesn’t hold a liquor license, this will be a deal breaker for
some private rentals. The Department should be tracking these instances in order
to accurately measure the cost-benefit of holding said license. Addressing the poor
condition of the floor in the fireside room and an upgrade to the technology available for
meetings could also prove very beneficial in enhancing the attractiveness of the facility
for potential rentals.
KEY RECOMMENDATIONS
• Consider rebranding the facility and/or programming as a “community
center” or “activity center” to attract other age segments by removing
the negative connotation of “senior” label among 55-75 age
segment.
• Develop potential solutions that addressing parking shortage available
at the facility. Due to the limitations of the property and its immediate
surroundings, this may require exploring the development of a formal
agreement with adjacent property owners, offering public transportation
incentives, or the addition of remote parking locations accompanied by a
shuttle service.
• Address items limiting private rentals of facility, such as fixing the floor in
the fireside room, updating technology, and assessing potential benefit of
acquiring a liquor license.
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PARK BUILDING ASSESSMENTS
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Executive Summary
Edina Parks contain numerous buildings. They serve a wide array of
purposes; restroom facilities, warming houses, picnic shelters, historical
interpretive centers, recreation centers, maintenance, and more. The
buildings range from high quality buildings to some that are outdated and
in need of replacement. Some are over 100 years old, some are relatively
new. Maintenance of the buildings varies widely with some in great repair,
others that are in poor condition.
Frank Tupa Park
There are two buildings of historical significance at Frank Tupa Park – The
Grange and Schoolhouse. Both wood frame buildings built during the
19th century, these buildings are important connections to Edina’s past.
Although there has been considerable effort to maintain these buildings,
the context in which they sit and their usability is a challenge. Thought
should be given to future of these buildings, their siting, and the park and
how they can be better utilized.
Neighborhood Park Buildings
Most of Edina Park’s buildings are in neighborhood parks. These vary
greatly in use, design, condition and age. Some are in good condition and
seem to serve their users well, other older ones appear in poor repair and ill
fitted for their use.
Webber, Walnut, Cornelia School, Todd and Countryside Parks
The park buildings at Webber, Walnut Ridge, Cornelia School, and
Countryside Parks represent an ideal model for a neighborhood park
building. They contain restrooms and a multipurpose room that serves as
an activity room during the warm weather months and a warming house
in the winter. The character of these buildings seems appropriate for a
neighborhood park setting. These buildings appear to be serving the
residents and staff well, although staff reports a shortage of storage at
each facility. Newly constructed Countryside Park is slightly different from
the other four.
Arden, Highland, Strachauer, Normandale and Lewis Parks
The buildings at Arden, Highland, Strachauer and Normandale Parks are
some of the oldest neighborhood park buildings. They are the poorest
quality buildings in the park system. They function principally as warming
houses and seasonal restrooms. Predominately windowless and forboding
they don’t represent the ideal of a park building. Although accessible
they do not meet ADA requirements. They are generally in poor physical
condition and are not energy efficient. This report recommends that only
required maintenance be done on these buildings and that a plan for
replacement be developed. Lewis Park although a different construction
and design has similar problems and should also be replaced over time.
City of Edina Parks and Recreation
Building Assssment
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Rosland, Sherwood, Garden, Utley, Bredeson, and Wooddale Parks
The buildings at these parks are principally 3 season restroom facilities
adjacent to playgrounds or ball fields. Bredeson is focused on trail use.
Sherwood, Utley and Wooddale have picnic shelters integrated in the
design. They are all in good condition providing good service to their
users.
Picnic Shelters
Rosland, Garden, Utley, Arneson, Wooddale each have picnic shelters,
some with restrooms. These are principally located next to a playground or
within a natural setting.
Arneson Park
The Historical Society building presents some interesting issues for the city.
The lower level meeting space provides access for individual citizens and
groups to hold meeting and receptions. Although located in a beautiful
setting, the room itself is modest and unimpressive. Thought should be
given to its relationship to the park, and the nearby gazebo, and how
this setting can be more utilized to better serve the city as a possible
reception and gathering space.
Buildings That Serve the Community
An overall assessment of how the buildings are serving the function that
the parks department operates in them should be evaluated. Are warming
house only buildings worth maintaining, or should they be replaced
with more multi use buildings? How can a neighborhood park building
provide space for more activities in the park? What is the goal of each
neighborhood park building? What are the uses specific to each park and
how does the building support those functions.
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Alden Park
6750 Belmore Ln
Description:
Building is a park maintenance and utility building located in Alden Park.
Has no use by the public.
Condition: Good
Exterior is in generally good condition. Exterior doors need paint.
Accessibility: N/A
Energy Efficiency:
Undetermined
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance
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Arden Park
5230 Minnehaha Blvd
Public Works Assessment
Entry / Exit : Frequent Breakdown
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: Slightly Below
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Slightly Below
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: N/A
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below
Elect.: Slightly Below
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Slightly Below / Average
Hard Flooors: Rubber Below Average
Structural: Slightly Below
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description: Building is similar to structures in Highlands, Strachauer
and Normandale parks. Building is primarily a warming house with
restrooms. Building is not welcoming or inviting to users. Interior is dark
and windowless. Interior environment is unpleasant. One of the worst
buildings in the park system.
Condition: Building is in poor condition throughout. Siding is delaminating
and rotted in many locations, and needs painting. Exterior metal work is
worn and needs painting. The building appears to be more than 50 years
old and has exceeded it expected life for a building of this type.
Accessibility: Although entrance to the building is accessible, the
remainder of the facility is not - including rest rooms
Energy Efficiency: Due to age of construction, building is most likely not
insulated and mechanical equipment is old and inefficient.
Recommendations: Buildings should be scheduled for replacement.
Maintenance should be kept to minimum requirement to keep building
functioning, as investing in repairs is probably not a good use of park
maintenance funds.
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Arneson Acres Park
4711 W 70th Street
Public Works Assesssment
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: Great
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Slightlow
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Slightly Below
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: N/A
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below
Elect.: Slightly Below
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Slightly Below / Average
Hard Flooors: Rubber Below Average
Structural: Slightly Below
Concrete: Average
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Principally a building for the Edina Historical Museum, which is housed in
the upper portion of the building; a portion of the lower level is managed
by Edina Parks and Recreation. Basically one room with some adjacent
limited kitchen facilities, this portion of the building is generally used for
meetings and receptions. The space is situated in a nice setting with win-
dows that have great views onto the park. The room has a low ceiling, and
a dated look and feel. The building is in reasonable condition.
Condition: Fair
Exterior is in good condition with no necessary repairs noted. The interior
although in good condition is compromised for its use. It’s dated décor
and low ceiling is not attractive space for important family events, such as
re-unions, anniversaries or weddings.
Accessibility: Good
Energy Efficiency: Undetermined.
Recommendation:
The building’s location in Arneson Park is its greatest asset. Updating
the meeting room space to improve the character of the space to a more
appealing location for receptions and gatherings could improve usage and
the associated rental income. A more comprehensive look at the park as a
whole and the role of a reception/event space in the park should be under-
taken to determine if the building warrants updating, replacement of left as
is.
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Arneson Acres Park
4711 W 70th Street
Public Works Assessment
Entry / Exit :
Handicap Doors:
Keyless Entry:
HVAC:
Plumbing:
Boiler:
Roof:
Windows:
Basement:
Walls / Internal / Ext:
Elect.:
Fire Sprinkler:
Gutter / Storm:
Carpet:
Hard Flooors:
Structural:
Concrete:
Garage:
Security System:
Fire Monitor:
Description:
The green house is principally a work space for the city’s horticulturist,
although there is community use in the form of classes and volunteer
gardeners. The building included 2 green house and a maintenance
building
Condition: Good/Fair
The newest greenhouse is in good condition the older greenhouse is in
fair condition. The maintenance building is a wood framed structure that
is in only fair condition but seems to function adequately considering it
condition.
Accessibility: Fair
Building has some accessibility issues and was not designed for public
access.
Energy Efficiency: Undetermined.
Recommendation:
As a service building for the city the critical issues are function, energy
efficiency and cost of maintenance. This study is not comprehensive to
make recommendation on it long term maintenance.
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Arneson Acres Park
4711 W 70th Street
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit :
Handicap Doors:
Keyless Entry:
HVAC:
Plumbing:
Boiler:
Roof:
Windows:
Basement:
Walls / Internal / Ext:
Elect.:
Fire Sprinkler:
Gutter / Storm:
Carpet:
Hard Flooors:
Structural:
Concrete:
Garage:
Security System:
Fire Monitor:
Description:
The Gazebo at Arneson Acres Park is newly constructed and sits adjacent
to the Historical Society and the Edina Greenhouse
Condition: Good.
Accessibility: In low area on site.
Energy Efficiency: N/A
Recommendation:
Continue routine maintence.
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Bredesen Park
4901 Olinger Blvd.
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Slightly Below Average
Boiler: Slightly Below Average
Roof: Slightly Below Average
Windows: Slightly Below Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below Average
Elect.: Slightly Below Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: N/A
Hard Flooors: Slightly Below Average
Structural: Slightly Below Average
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Building is a restroom facility for trail users, located adjacent to trail
entrance. The exterior brick and stained wood siding and columns.
Interior is low maintenance finishes with glazed concrete block walls, epoxy
coated concrete floors.
Condition: Good/Fair
The building is in generally good condition, except exterior wood materials
are in need of a coat of stain or paint.
Accessibility: Good
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Due to age of building, energy efficiency is probably only fair. Building
is unlikely to be insulated; or if so only poorly and unless mechanical
equipment has been replaced, the equipment will not be high efficiency.
Recommendation:
Exterior wood needs maintenance soon to prevent decay.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-11D-10 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Cornelia School Park
5801 Londonberry Road
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Great
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average / Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great / Great
Carpet: Average
Hard Floors: Great
Structural: Great
Concrete: Great
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: Great
Description:
Building is a park maintenance and utility building located in Alden Park.
Has no use by the public.
Condition: Good
Exterior is in generally good condition. Exterior doors need paint.
Accessibility: N/A
Energy Efficiency:
Undetermined
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-11D-10 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Cornelia School Park
5801 Londonberry Road
Description:
Warming house similar to Walnut Ridge and Weber Field Park. On Edina
Scool Distric property. Building is wood framed and sided. Appearance is
appropriate for a park building.
Condition: Good
Building is generally in good condition, but roof replacement and re-
painting should be planned within the next 5 years.
Accessibility: Good
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Due to the age of the building, energy use should be moderate. Building is
likely insulated, with reasonably efficient mechanical equipment.
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance and building hsould have a long usefullness.
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit :
Handicap Doors:
Keyless Entry:
HVAC:
Plumbing:
Boiler:
Roof:
Windows:
Walls / Internal / Ext:
Elect.:
Fire Sprinkler:
Gutter / Storm:
Carpet:
Hard Flooors:
Concrete:
Structural:
Security System:
Fire Monitor:
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-13D-12 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Countryside Park
6227Colonial Way
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: Great
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Great
Boiler: Great
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Great / Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: Great
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: Great
Hard Flooors: Great
Concrete: Great
Structural: Great
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Newly constructed, the building houses an activity/warming room, re-
strooms and staff space.
Condition: Good
The building is new constructed so is in good repair.
Accessibility: Good
Building is fully ADA compliant.
Energy Efficiency: Good
Due to recent construction, building should be highly energy efficient.
Recommendations:
Exterior wood columns and trusses should be stained to prolong life and to
avoid discoloration and graying of the wood.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-13D-12 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Creek Valley School Park
6301 Gleason Rd
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Slightly Below Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Average
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Slightly Below / Average
Hard Flooors: Rubber Below
Structural: Average
Concrete: Slightly Below
Garage: Slightly Below
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Building includes warming room, restrooms and park maintenance and
utility space. Located adjacent to the ice skating rink, the building seems
to have only winter use. Warming rooms seems to be an enclosed space
that was an open roofed area when the building was originally constructed.
The interior space has only one small window.
Condition: Poor
Although the original building was constructed of brick concrete and cop-
per, which are all long lasting material, it overall appearance is outdated
and shabby. (Unable to access interior)
Accessibility: Fair
Access to the building is ADA compliant - unable to confirm whether
restrooms were accessible.
Energy Efficiency: Poor
Due to age, building is probably poorly insulated if at all.
Recommendations:
The building has an awkward appearance and is not welcoming. City
should maintain building as a necessary resource in the park, but planning
for eventual replacement should be undertaken.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-15D-14 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Frank Tupa Park - Grange
Edina Cahill Historical Society and Schoolhouse
4950 Eden Avenue
Description:
The Grange Building at Frank Tupa Park is an historic 19th century meeting
hall. An essential part of the history of settlement in Edina, its preservation
is important.
Condition:
The building is in good condition considering its age. It is apparent that
measures to preserve it have been undertaken. Due to its age and type of
construction, it will always require a great deal of maintenance – particularly
its wood siding and windows. Repainting of the exterior will be needed
within 10 years. The roof appears to have been replaced recently. A new
basement foundation was built (date unknown) under the existing wood
framed building. It looks in good repair,; as is the basement interior. The
original main floor interior is in largely good condition with most of the
historical character still preserved. There are some minor repairs required.
Accessibility:
Access to the building has been corrected with a series of ramps.
However once in the building accessibility is limited. The rest rooms are in
the basement, the doorways and approaches to the doorways are narrow,
and the stage and balcony are inaccessible. Although not all portions of
the building need to be accessible to provide appropriate use by those with
handicaps, the restrooms in the basement present a problem.
Energy Efficiency:
Due to the age and type of construction, energy efficiency will be hard to
achieve, although the mechanical equipment in place seems to be up to
date.
Recommendations:
The issue with the Grange Building (similar to the School House) is its use.
It is currently under used and the best way to preserve an historic building
is to have an intended use for it. The Grange Building, the adjacent School
house and the entire park need to be studied to determine its future role
in the park system and the city of Edina as a whole. Meanwhile, the city
should continue to maintain this important asset.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-15D-14 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Average
Roof: Great
Windows: Slightly Below
Basement: Slightly Below
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: N/A
Hard Flooors: Average
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: Slightly Below
Fire Monitor: N/A
Ramp Inspections: N/A
Frank Tupa Park - Grange
Edina Cahill Historical Society and Schoolhouse
4950 Eden Avenue
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-17D-16 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Frank Tupa Park - Cahill Schoolhouse
Edina Cahill Historical Society and Schoolhouse
4950 Eden Aven
Description: The Schoolhouse at Frank Tupa Park is a classic 19th one
room school. An essential part of the history of settlement in Edina, its
preservation is important.
Condition: Similar to the Grange Hall, the Schoolhouse building is
in good condition considering its age. It is apparent that measures to
preserve it have been undertaken. Due to its age and type of construction,
it will always require a great deal of maintenance – particularly its wood
siding and windows. Repainting of the exterior will be needed within 10
years. The roof appears to have been replaced recently.
A new basement foundation was built (date unknown) under the existing
wood framed building. It looks in good repair, as is the basement interior.
The original main floor interior is in largely good condition with most of the
historical character still preserved. There are some minor repairs required.
Accessibility: Access to the building has been corrected with a series
of ramps. However once in the building accessibility is limited. The
restrooms are in the basement, the doorways and approaches to the
doorways are narrow. Although not all portions of the building need to
be accessible to provide appropriate use by those with handicaps, the
restrooms in the basement present a problem.
Energy Efficiency: Due to the age and type of construction, energy
efficiency will be hard to achieve, although the mechanical equipment in
place seems to be up to date.
Recommendations: The issue with the School house Building (similar
to the Grange Hall) is its use. It is currently under used and the best way
to preserve an historic building is to have an intended use for it. The
Schoolhouse, the adjacent Grange Hall and the entire park need to be
studied to determine its future role in the park system and the city of Edina
as a whole. Meanwhile, the city should continue to maintain this important
asset.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-17D-16 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Frank Tupa Park - Cahill Schoolhouse
Edina Cahill Historical Society and Schoolhouse
4950 Eden Aven
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Average
Roof: Great
Windows: Slightly Below
Basement: Slightly Below
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: N/A
Hard Flooors: Average
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: Slightly Below
Fire Monitor: N/A
Ramp Inspections: N/A
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-19D-18 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Garden Park
5520 Hansen Rd
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Average
HVAC:
Plumbing: Average
Boiler:
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: N/A
Hard Flooors: Great
Structural: Great
Concrete: Great
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
The building contains seasonal restrooms adjacent to sports fields. The
remainder of the building houses electrical equipment.
Condition: Good
Reasonably new construction, the exterior materials where in generally
good condition – unable to access interior
Accessibility: Good
Energy Efficiency: Good
Park portion of building is unheated.
Recommendations:
Continue with routine maintenance- particularly painting of exterior wood
materials.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-19D-18 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Highlands Park
5200 Doncaster Way
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Slightly Below
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Slightly Below
Roof: Slightlly Below
Windows: N/A
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average / Slightly Below
Elect.: Good
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Slightly Below
Hard Floors: Rubber Slightly Below
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Similar to Arden, Strachauer, and Normandale Park. Building is primarily
a warming house with restrooms. Building is not welcoming or inviting to
users. Interior is dark and windowless. Interior environment is unpleasant.
One of the worst buildings in the park system.
Condition: Poor
Building is in poor condition throughout. Siding is delaminating and rotted
in many locations, and needs painting. Exterior metal work is worn and
needs painting. The building appears to be more than 50 years old and has
exceeded it expected life for a building of this type.
Accessibility:
Although entrance to the building is accessible, the remainder of the facility
is not - including rest rooms
Energy Efficiency:
Due to age of construction, building is most likely not insulated and
mechanical equipment is old and inefficient.
Recommendations:
Buildings should be scheduled for replacement. Maintenance should be
kept to minimum requirement to keep building functioning, as investing in
repairs is probably not a good use of park maintenance funds.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-21D-20 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Highlands Park
5200 Doncaster Way
Description:
The building is a small brick clad maintenance/utility building on North end
of park. It has no public access.
Condition: Good /Fair
Brick exterior is in good condition. Metal fascia needs replacement
Accessibility: N/A
Energy Efficiency: The building has mechanical equipment for the utility
equipment inside. No determination was made to energy efficiency.
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-21D-20 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Lewis Park
7220 Cahil RD
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Slightly Below Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Average
Roof: Average
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: Average
Gutter / Storm: Average / Average
Hard Flooors: Rubber Below
Structural: Average
Concrete: N/A
Garage: Average
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
The building functions as a warming house and restrooms. Warming
space is used for year around programming. Appears to be constructed
of a pre-fabricated engineered log system. Appears to have originally had
removal panels for the openings that have now been fixed in place.anels
Condition: Poor
The building is in very poor condition. The wood exterior does not appear
weather tight. Interior has numerous problems.
Accessibility: Poor
Energy Efficiency: Poor
The building has high inefficient un-insulated engineered log construction.
Recommendations:
Although a serviceable, the building should be scheduled for replacement
with a more inviting and energy efficient building.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-23D-22 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Normandale Park
6501 Warren Ave
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Slightly Below
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Slightly Below
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: Slightly Below
Walls / Internal / Ext: N/A
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: N/A
Hard Flooors: N/A
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Similar to Arden, Strachauer and Highlands Park. Building is primarily a
warming house with restrooms. Building is not welcoming or inviting to
users. Interior is dark and windowless. Interior environment is unpleasant.
One of the worst buildings in the park system.
Condition: Poor
Building is in poor condition throughout. Siding is delaminating and rotted
in many locations, and needs painting. Exterior metal work is worn and
needs painting. The building appears to be more than 50 years old and has
exceeded it expected life for a building of this type.
Accessibility:
Although entrance to the building is accessible, the remainder of the facility
is not - including rest rooms
Energy Efficiency:
Due to age of construction, building is most likely not insulated and
mechanical equipment is old and inefficient.
Recommendations:
Buildings should be scheduled for replacement. Maintenance should be
kept to minimum requirement to keep building functioning, as investing in
repairs is probably not a good use of park maintenance funds.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-23D-22 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Rosland Park
4300 W 60th St
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Slightly Below Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Average
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Slightly Below
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Slightly Below / Average
Hard Flooors: Rubber Below
Structural: Average
Concrete: Slightly Below
Garage: Slightly Below
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description: The park has two buildings; a small seasonal restroom build-
ing and a picnic shelter.
Condition: Good
Both building are reasonably new and in good condition.
Accessibility: Good
Building appear to be ADA compliant.
Energy Efficiency: Good. Buildings are unheated seasonal use buildings.
Recommendations: Continue routine maintenance.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-25D-24 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Sherwood Park
5241 Eden Circle
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit :
Handicap Doors:
Keyless Entry:
HVAC:
Plumbing:
Boiler:
Roof:
Windows:
Basement:
Walls / Internal / Ext:
Elect.:
Fire Sprinkler:
Gutter / Storm:
Carpet:
Hard Flooors:
Structural:
Concrete:
Garage:
Security System:
Fire Monitor:
Ramp Inspections:
Description: Building is a utility building with a picnic
shelter
Condition: Good
Building is in generally good condition. One column base
has been damaged. Exterior cedar shingle siding and trim
needs staining.
Accessibility: Good
No restrooms available
Energy Efficiency: Good
Unheated seasonal building
Recommendations: Continue routine maintenance.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-25D-24 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Strachauer Park
6200 Beard Ave Edina
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: Average
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Average
Roof: Average
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: N/A
Hard Flooors: Slightly Below
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
Similar to Arden, Highlands and Normandale Park. Building is primarily
a warming house with restrooms. Building is not welcoming or inviting to
users. Interior is dark and windowless. Interior environment is unpleasant.
One of the worst buildings in the park system.
Condition: Poor
Building is in poor condition throughout. Siding is delaminating and rotted
in many locations, and needs painting. Exterior metal work is worn and
needs painting. The building appears to be more than 50 years old and has
exceeded it expected life for a building of this type.
Accessibility:
Although entrance to the building is accessible, the remainder of the facility
is not - including rest rooms
Energy Efficiency:
Due to age of construction, building is most likely not insulated and
mechanical equipment is old and inefficient.
Recommendations:
Buildings should be scheduled for replacement. Maintenance should be
kept to minimum requirement to keep building functioning, as investing in
repairs is probably not a good use of park maintenance funds.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-27D-26 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Todd Park
4429 Vandervork Ave
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Great
Boiler: Great
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: Average
Hard Flooors: Great
Structural: Great
Concrete: Great
Garage: N/A
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: Great
Description:
Similar to Walnut Ridge and Webber Park, the building contains a activity/
warming room, restroom and staff space.
Building is wood framed and sided. Appearance is appropriate for a park
building. Restrooms are accessible from interior and exterior
Condition: Good
Building is in generally good condition, but roof replacement and re-paint-
ing should be planned within the next 5 years
Accessibility: Good
Building meets ADA accessibility guidelines
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Due to age of building, energy use should be moderate. Building is likely
insulated, with reasonably efficient mechanical equipment
Recommendations: Continue routine maintenance and building should
have a long usefulness.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-27D-26 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Utley Park
4521 W 50th St
Description: Park has a utility building with public restrooms and a small
picnic shelter
Condition: Good
Considering its age, building is in reasonably good condition. Exterio brick
and metal are low maintenance materials. Interior was not accessed.
Accessibility: Good
Interior of restrooms were not evaluated
Energy Efficiency: Good
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-29D-28 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Van Valkenberg Park
4935 Lincoln Drive S
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: N/A
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Slightly Below
Boiler: Averae
Roof: Slightly Below
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average / Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: N/A
Carpet: Average
Hard Flooors: Average
Structural: Average
Concrete: Great
Garage: Great
Security System: N/A
Fire Monitor: N/A
Description:
The building located in the center of the ball field complex within the park,
contains concessions restrooms storage and a gathering space. Upstairs
is an observation area overlooking the ball fields.
Condition: Good/Fair
The building is in generally good condition except for some water damage,
most like caused by the upper exterior balconies and the difficulty of
flashing that type of construction into the roof structure. Concrete block
exterior needs little maintenance, The roof and balcony area appear to
need replacement.
Accessibility: Good / Fair
The main floor is accessible, the upper floor is not.
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Winter use by maintenance staff requires heating. Building is likely poorly
insulated.
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance. Consider enclosing upper balconies if they
are largely unused to eliminate leakage issues.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-29D-28 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Van Valkenberg Park
4935 Lincoln Drive S
Description:
The building is a small frame maintenance building for grounds
maintenance. There is no public access to the building.
Condition: Good
The building is in generally good condition.
Accessibility: N/A
Energy Efficiency: N/A
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-31D-30 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Walnut Ridge
5801 Londonderry Rd
Description:
Similar to Todd and Webber Park, the building contains a activity/ warming
room, restroom and staff space. Building is wood framed and sided.
Appearance is appropriate for a park building. Restrooms are accessible
from interior and exterior.
Condition: Good
Building is in generally good condition, but roof replacement and re-
painting should be planned within the next 5 years
Accessibility: Good
Building meets ADA accessibility guidelines
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Due to age of building, energy use should be moderate. Building is likely
insulated, with reasonably efficient mechanical equipment
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance and building should have a long usefulness.
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Great
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: Great
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Great
Elect.: Great
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: Great
Hard Floors: Great
Structural: Great
Concrete: Great
Garage: N/A
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: Great
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-31D-30 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Weber Field Park
4115 Grimes Ave S
Public Works Assessment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: Great
Plumbing: Slight Below
Boiler: Great
Roof: Great
Windows: Great
Walls / Internal / Ext: Great
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Great
Carpet: Average
Hard Flooors: Great
Structural: Great
Concrete: Great
Garage: N/A
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: Average
Description:
Similar to Todd and Walnut Ridge, building contains a activity/ warming
room, restroom and staff space.
Building is wood framed and sided. Appearance is appropriate for a park
building. Restrooms are accessible from interior and exterior
Condition: Good
Building is in generally good condition, but roof replacement and re-paint-
ing should be planned within the next 5 years
Accessibility: Good
Building meets ADA accessibility guidelines
Energy Efficiency: Fair
Due to age of building, energy use should be moderate. Building is likely
insulated, with reasonably efficient mechanical equipment
Recommendations:
Continue routine maintenance and building should have a long usefulness.
PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | D-32D-32 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX D
Wooddale Park
4500 W 50th St
Description:
Building is a picnic shelter and seasonal restroom building adjacent to play
structure. Has a welcoming presence and fits into the park nicely.
Condition: Good
Recent construction, so building is in good condition
Accessibility: Good
Facility appears to meet all ADA Accessibility requirements
Energy Efficiency: Good
Non-heated building, with only small water heater for restrooms.
Recommendations:
No special needs, only routine maintenance required.
Public Works Assesment:
Entry / Exit : Average
Handicap Doors: N/A
Keyless Entry: Great
HVAC: N/A
Plumbing: Average
Boiler: N/A
Roof: Concern
Windows: Average
Walls / Internal / Ext: Average
Elect.: Average
Fire Sprinkler: N/A
Gutter / Storm: Average
Hard Flooors: N/A
Structural: Average
Concrete: Average
Garage: N/A
Security System: Great
Fire Monitor: N/A
PARKS RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC MASTER PLAN | E-1
FINANCE AND MANAGEMENT
PLANNING TEMPLATES
APPENDIX E
APPENDIX E
E-2 | CITY OF EDINA
APPENDIX E.1 – COST OF SERVICE ANALYSIS (EXAMPLE)
Example Cost of Service Analysis (Direct Costs)
Program/Event
Direct Ex-
penditures
Number of
Participants /
Visitors Revenues
Net Revenues
Over (Under) Di-
rect Expenditures
Direct In-
vestment
Per Partici-
pant
Direct
Cost Re-
covery
Program1 $158,675 12,000 $87,432 ($71,243)$5.94 55.1%
Program2 $98,144
6,930 $77,899 ($20,245)$2.92 79.4%
Program3 $204,600 23,140 $268,922 $64,322 ($2.78)131.4%
Program4 $9,644
308 $412 ($9,232)$29.97 4.3%
Program5 $64,612
1,966 $883 ($63,729)$32.42 1.4%
TOTALS $535,675 $44,344 $435,548 ($100,127)$2.26 81.3%
Example Cost of Service Analysis (Total Costs)
Program/Event
Total Ex-
penditures
Number of
Participants /
Visitors Revenues
Net Revenues
Over (Under) Total
Expenditures
Total Invest-
ment Per
Participant
Total
Cost Re-
covery
Program1 $216,587 12,000 $37,547 ($179,040)$14.92 17.3%
Program2 $187,989
6,930 $67,899 ($120,090)$17.33 36.1%
Program3 $256,188 23,140 $268,922 $12,734 ($0.55)105.0%
Program4 $26,922
308 $300 ($26,622)$86.44 1.1%
Program5 $101,731
1,966 $575 ($101,156)$51.45 0.6%
TOTALS $789,417 $44,344 $375,243 ($414,174)$9.34 47.5%
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APPENDIX E.2 – MINI BUSINESS PLAN
Program Area:
Completed By: Date:
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAM AREA
DEPARTMENT VISION STATEMENT
DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT
PROGRAM AREA OUTCOMES
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SERVICE AREA PROFILE
Service Area Description:
Key Demographic Trends:
TARGET MARKETS
Primary Markets Secondary Markets
AGE SEGMENT APPEAL
Program/
Amenity
Length of
Experience
Age Segments
Under
5
6-8 9-12 13-18 19-30 31-45 46-60 61-75 76+
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PARTICIPATION/ATTENDANCE TRENDS
Program/
Amenity Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
S.W.O.T. ANALYSIS
Strengths Weaknesses
Opportunities Threats
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COST OF SERVICE ANALYSIS
Program/
Amenity
Expenditures Partici-
pants/
Attendance
Revenue Net Income
(Subsidy)
Cost per
Participant
Cost Recov-
ery
Direct Total Direct Total Direct Total Di-
rect
Total
MARKETING & PRICING TACTICS
Tactic Responsible Timeline
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PERFORMANCE MEASURES
Outcome (from p.1)Performance Measure Result
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APPENDIX F
GENERAL FINDINGS ABOUT COMMUNITY FACILITIES IN EDINA
There is an abundance of public and private facilities in and near Edina that fit into the broad category of civic,
recreational, cultural and social facilities. Edina and its neighbors are mature, fully-developed communities with
active governments and a generally high degree of affluence. Consequently, there are many public or private buildings,
rooms, parks and other facilities.
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COMMUNITY CENTER
Edina and its neighbors each have a facility called a “community center” with varying
types and amounts of spaces for civic, cultural and social events. The continuing
education function of each school district often makes heavy use of that building for
classes aimed at adults or children, especially pre-schoolers. Sometimes fitness facilities
are included, either because the community center was a former school with those
facilities, as in the case with Edina, or because it is a new building with that purpose in
mind.
In addition to the elementary school, the building includes:
• Five classrooms for adult education
• Three professional development rooms with computers and
audio-visual equipment
• Two school gymnasiums
• One City-owned gymnasium
• Normandale Auditorium
• A demonstration kitchen (for use by Community
Education only)
• A computer training room
• A library
• Five dance studios (one for tap dance)
• A woodworking shop
• Office spaces rented to 11 non-profit and other private
organizations (on the third floor)
• Offices that support Edina Public Schools and Edina
Community Education.
The dance studios are mostly booked by Community Education and are not used much
by other organizations. The professional development rooms receive much private use.
Reservations are made no more than four months ahead for any of these facilities. The
third floor is nearly fully occupied, with space for maybe one more private office rental.
This building was originally constructed in 1948 and expanded or renovated several
times. There is discussion underway about the future of the building and the degree to
which it meets the needs of Edina Community Education.
The Edina Community Center, owned by Edina Public Schools and located in the
former Edina East High School building at 5701 Normandale Boulevard, is a large
building with many functions and activities. Its two major tenants are Edina Community
Education and the French Immersion Option of Normandale Elementary School.
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SCHOOL DISTRICT FACILITIES
The Edina School District, like those in neighboring cities, has several auditoriums,
gymnasiums, meeting rooms and similar facilities available for occasional public use
as they each are devoted principally and predominately to use by the schools. Use by
other City organizations or, especially, other groups, receives a lower priority. These
facilities are described under the following sections on auditoriums, swimming pools,
and meeting and class rooms. Figure F-1 shows public and private schools in Edina.
ART CENTER
Since 1977, the Edina Art Center has occupied a 10,000 square foot, three-level
former house along the south side of Highway 62 at 4701 W. 64th Street, which is
accessible via a circuitous route through Rosland Park. The center includes classrooms
for teaching and creating paintings, drawings and, especially, ceramics and pottery.
There is a small exhibit gallery and a shop for selling members’ work. The Center also
rents a room at the Edina Senior Center for instruction. The Art Center has completely
filled this building, which is relatively cramped and physically constrained. It is also not
configured for access by people with physical disabilities.
The Art Center is owned by the City and within the budget of the Parks and Recreation
Department. It has its own director, and general guidance but not governance comes
from the Edina Arts and Culture Commission. Funding comes from class registrations,
donations, memberships and the Edina municipal liquor stores.
THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE AND REHEARSAL VENUES
The Edina Performing Arts Center is a newer wing of Edina High School at
6754 Valley View Road that includes a large proscenium stage and seating for 640.
This auditorium is heavily booked by the schools from November through May for
rehearsals, set-building and performances of all kinds. Only in the summer are there
open weeks. In September and October there are a few open weekend dates. Outside
groups may use it for one-time events during busy periods but usually must work “in
front of the curtain” as sets are on the stage. School groups that have priority include the
concert band, the symphony orchestra, the concert choir and the thespian troupe. Rental
rates vary by type of organization (four levels). A review of the activity calendar on the
Edina Community Education Website (https://edina.thatscommunityed.com/facilities/
calendar) reveals that this facility and most others in the school district are heavily
booked. The Fick Auditorium is an older auditorium in the high school with seating for
760. Like the Performing Arts Center, availability to outside groups is mostly limited
to summer and early Fall, isolated dates the rest of the year, and always after the school
day.
Normandale Auditorium, located in the Edina Community Center (a Public Schools
building), has no stage, a flat floor and pull-out bleachers with a seating capacity of
580. Thus, it is more accurately termed a flexible space, and it is used for a variety of
activities other than performances. Consequently, it is much easier to reserve time in
Figure F-1 - Schools in Edina
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Normandale Auditorium that in the Edina Performing Arts Center, Fick Auditorium or
either of the middle school auditoriums, but Normandale is not nearly as grand as the
others.
The two middle schools auditoriums are occasionally available for use by the general
public although priority is given to school productions, of course. These rooms have
somewhat more evening and weekend openings than do the two venues at the high
school. Dragseth Auditorium, located adjacent to South View Middle School, which
is east of the Community Center at 4725 South View Lane, is a very nice, newer venue
with seating for 600 that rivals the Performing Arts Center in some respects. Valley
View Middle School has an older auditorium without air conditioning that seats 562.
GYMNASIUMS
There are gymnasiums in the high and middle schools and the Community Center
that may be rented by outside groups, but, like the stages, open times available to
the general public are few after the school groups and City sports associations book
their needs. Each of these facilities is heavily booked from November through May,
less so the balance of the year. During the school day until 6:00 (and some days until
10:00pm), the gyms are devoted to the schools. In the evening, next priority goes to the
City sports associations, which are under the auspices of the Parks Department. The
limited remaining time may be used by other recreational groups, which are sometimes
commercial or non-profit organizations. Weekends have the greatest number of
openings. Rental rates vary by type of organization.
There are two gyms owned by the City (as opposed to the School District), one in the
Community Center and the other in South View Middle School. These are also near
their full capacity of use by City sports associations. It is hoped that the multi-purpose
sports dome to be built near Braemar Arena beginning in 2014 will relieve some of
this pressure by providing indoor practice space for certain sports such as lacrosse and
soccer.
SWIMMING POOLS
There is a swimming pool in each of the middle schools and they are judged to be
fully booked at this time. The Valley View Middle School pool has six lanes and is
considered a practice pool. It is used by the high school teams and by the Edina Swim
Club (a City association). The South View Middle School pool is eight lanes and is
used for competitions. It is sometimes available on weekends when not booked by City
associations. The Southdale YMCA also uses these pools. Finally, Edinborough Park
has a Junior-Olympic sized pool.
MEETING, TRAINING, EVENT AND BANQUET ROOMS
PARK LOCATIONS
In the Edina park system, there are many buildings that have rooms for meetings and
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events. For instance, there are heated, carpeted buildings in 13 neighborhood parks
that can be rented for meetings, parties, neighborhood events or memorials. The priority
use of these buildings is children’s summer recreational programs and winter evening
skating, but they are available to the public at other times. The buildings at Weber,
Cornelia and Countryside Parks have a capacity of 63 people while the buildings at
Todd and Walnut Parks have a capacity of 50. For those listed above, the cost is $70 for
six or fewer hours; there is no charge for the others. They usually include a pair of eight-
foot tables and a set of chairs. Similarly, the Rosland Park shelter is an open pavilion
that is rented frequently in the summer. Arneson Acres, a pastoral park located on 70th
Street, includes a former house that can be used for conferences, receptions and parties
and which is heavily used. The upper level includes the Edina Historical Society and the
Edina History Museum. The gazebo in the park is popular for wedding photos.
The municipal Braemar Golf Course club house has a very nice room for dinners,
wedding receptions and corporate gatherings. Similar but more elaborate are the rooms
available at the private Edina and Interlachen Country Clubs. At Centennial Lakes Park,
Hughes Pavilion includes the Fireside and the Parlor meeting rooms that are available
when they are not booked for a park activity such as warming skaters. The nearby
Maetzold Amphitheatre has an outdoor covered stage and sound system. A farmer’s
market is conducted weekly outside the Pavilion.
PUBLIC BUILDINGS
Beyond the parks, the City has several buildings that have meeting rooms for use by the
public. These include the City Hall, Fire Station No. 1, the new Public Works Building
at 7450 Metro Boulevard, the Edina Senior Center and the two Hennepin County
Libraries.
The Edina Senior Center, a municipal organization, is housed in the lower level of the
building that includes the Edina Hennepin County Library, at 5280 Grandview Square,
which faces onto Grandview Square Park. The organization, which has 1500 members
and sponsors a wide range of classes and activities, has existed since 1969 and moved
into its present quarters in 2000 along with the library. The 15,000 square foot space
includes a gathering area, casual seating by a fireplace, a catering kitchen (no cooking
facilities), class rooms, a conference room, a room that can be set up for larger meetings
and includes a dance floor. The Edina Art Center leases one class room for painting
and drawing instruction, while the room with the dance floor is rented regularly by
the Minnesota Youth Symphony. Two meeting rooms are accessible after hours from
the library via a stairway. Some programs in the Center are co-sponsored with Edina
Community Education. There is sometimes a parking shortage as there is competition
from the library and on-street demand from the nearby offices and the housing.
There are two Hennepin County Libraries in the city, Edina and Southdale. Like most
other buildings in the system, each rents meetings room, conference rooms, small study
rooms, casual seating, public computers and free Wi-Fi. Room capacities range from 10
to 200 persons, and the fees for room use are low.
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SCHOOLS
The Edina Community Center includes five classrooms for adult education, three
professional development rooms with computers and audio-visual equipment, a
demonstration kitchen (for use by Community Education only), a computer training
room.
The Community Room at Edina High School seats 60 classroom style and has
presentation technology. It is available outside the school day for $12 to $46 per hour.
OTHER LOCATIONS
Churches, particularly those with larger buildings, often rent spaces for meetings or
performances to non-political groups and those that support their mission. These include
but are not limited to St. Patrick’s Catholic, Colonial, Christ Presbyterian, Normandale
Lutheran and Edina Morningside Community Church.
Commercial buildings in Edina that have meeting spaces for rent by the public include
Southdale Shopping Center and Lund’s Grocery Store. The Westin Edina Galleria has
an indoor sculpture display. The Edina Cinema is the site of the annual Edina Film
Festival.
MAJOR FITNESS CENTERS AND CLUBS
Located east of Centennial Lakes, Edinborough Indoor Park at 7700 York Avenue,
this facility includes an amphitheater, casual seating, an open play area, a group
gathering area, fitness equipment, swimming, jogging, and a large play structure. There
is a fee for use of this park.
Private fitness clubs in Edina include LA Fitness and the Southdale YMCA. Both have
weight training equipment, racquet courts, basketball court, an indoor swimming pool,
hourly child care, and group or individual fitness coaching.
PUBLIC ART DISPLAYS
Edina has outdoor park spaces that are used for the display of public art, particularly
The Promenade, which has seven sculptures. The Promenade is analogous to the linear
park and bridge over Highway 100 proposed in the Grandview District plan. There are
four sculptures in public spaces in the 50th and France district and two installations in
Grandview Square Park.
The Edina Art Center includes a gallery to display and sell the works of its members.
A few paintings or photos are hung in City Hall, and that building has a few stained glass
windows.
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GENERAL FINDINGS ABOUT MAJOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES IN
NEIGHBORING CITIES
Neighboring cities were surveyed to identify their major community facilities including
community centers, school district facilities, art centers, theatrical and performance
venues, meeting rooms in libraries, gymnasiums, swimming pools and major fitness
centers that Edina residents or organizations might possibly use. The list of facility types
studied was very similar to that used for Edina although the level of detail was less.
The cities studied included:
• Edina
• St. Louis Park
• Hopkins
• Minnetonka
• Eden Prairie
• Bloomington
• Richfield
• Minneapolis (Southwest)
COMMUNITY CENTERS
Each neighboring suburban city has a facility known as a community, activity or
recreation center. These exist in a wide variety of functions, buildings, locations and
ownership arrangements. In most instances, the community centers of neighboring
cities emphasize fitness, while in Edina the community center is a combination of
learning and recreation. In contrast, the St. Louis Park Community Center is more
strongly oriented toward learning and wellness; recreation, fitness and meetings are
conducted in the St. Louis Park Recreation Center and in the schools.
Eden Prairie and Minnetonka have relatively new buildings that were designed as public
fitness centers with membership fees, quite a bit like private fitness clubs; the building
in Eden Prairie also includes meeting rooms. In St. Louis Park, Richfield, Bloomington
and Hopkins, the fitness and meeting facilities are spread through the city in school
buildings and/or facilities built jointly by the City and the School District adjacent to
school buildings. The community education division of the school districts usually
programs their activities into these school facilities but they are also available for rent to
the public when not booked by an organization that has higher priority (school activities
then City-sponsored sports associations). The Edina model is closer to the latter with the
exception that Edina also has a swimming pool in Edinborough Park.
In Eden Prairie, Minnetonka and Richfield, the building is owned by the City while in
St. Louis Park the School District is the owner. In Hopkins and Bloomington, the City
and the School District jointly own their community centers, as their buildings are
immediately adjacent to their high schools. Bloomington has two “activity centers”
designed for fitness and recreation that are on high school campuses but programmed
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by a joint Bloomington and Richfield Community Services, which is housed in
Bloomington Public School District.
In those community centers that are owned in whole or in part by the School District, the
community education wing of the school district schedules many classes and activities
into the building but also uses other school buildings.
In all instances, the facility may be used by residents of other cities although rental or
membership rates are higher for non-residents and priority for group rental may be
lower.
The Eden Prairie Community Center appears to be the most elaborate of the fitness
centers while the Lindbergh Center in Hopkins and the Williston Fitness Center in
Minnetonka are also quite well appointed and new.
A summary comparison of these facilities is presented in figure F-2
SCHOOL DISTRICT FACILITIES
In every neighboring community, the classrooms, computer training rooms,
gymnasiums, auditoriums, swimming pools, tennis courts, field houses and cafeterias
of the public schools are available for rent by the public after school hours and when
not reserved by the schools or the City (for its sports organizations). Residents of other
cities or for-profit organizations may rent the facilities but they may pay higher rates.
Normandale Community College, located at 9700 France Avenue in Bloomington, has
classrooms, conference rooms, a banquet room (up to 250 capacity), a theatre and an
auditorium available for rent to the public.
Name Facility Orientation Owner Location Design
Edina Edina Community Center Learning and recre-
ation
School District School campus Former
school
St. Louis Park St. Louis Park Community Center Learning and wellness School District School campus Former
school
Hopkins Lindbergh Center Recreation and fitness Joint School and
City
School campus Custom
Minnetonka Williston Fitness Center Recreation and fitness City City campus Custom
Eden Prairie Eden Prairie Community Center Recreation, fitness,
classes, meetings
City School campus Custom
Richfield Richfield Community Center Meetings City Park Custom
Bloomington Activity Centers Recreation and fitness Joint School and
City
School cam-
puses
Custom
Figure F-2 - Comparison of Community Centers
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ART CENTERS
Art centers in the neighboring communities occupy a wide range of facilities. Each
provides for the instruction, creation and display of visual art while the Bloomington Art
Center and the Hopkins Center for the Arts include theatres and rehearsal rooms. One
must be a member to use the studios but City residency is not required for membership.
The facilities in Hopkins and Bloomington actively market and rent rooms to the
public for meetings, classes, exhibits, receptions, performances and rehearsals. The
Minnetonka center has a satellite facility in the second level of Ridgedale Shopping
Center. A summary comparison of Art Centers is presented in figure F-3.
Name Facility Orientation Owner Location Design
Edina Edina Art Center Visual City Independent Adaptive re-
use
St. Louis Park Art Program Visual City and School
District
Various Shared spaces
Hopkins Hopkins Center for the Arts Performance and
visual
City Independent Custom
Minnetonka Minnetonka Center for the Arts Visual Private Independent Custom
Eden Prairie Eden Prairie Art Center Visual City Independent Custom
Richfield Richfield Art Center Visual City Park Custom
Bloomington Bloomington Art Center Performance and
visual
City City campus Custom
THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE AND REHEARSAL VENUES
Facilities for theatrical performances in the neighboring cities are owned either by the
School District or by the City.
Each of the school auditoriums is heavily booked by the schools from November
through May although short-term or one-time rentals may be had during that period.
The schools often have stage sets in place and not movable during the rehearsals and
performance of their plays, which requires others to work “in front of the curtain.”
During other times of the year, those stages are much more available. The school stages
are usually in use by the schools until 6 PM but are often open after that hour.
The Arts Center on 7, which is adjacent to Minnetonka High School and owned by the
School District, has a proscenium stage (690 capacity), black box theatre, rehearsal
rooms for choirs, bands and orchestras. It houses the Minnetonka High School Theatre
and the Minnetonka Theatre acting groups. This venue has many weekends and week
days open for public rental from October through March, and the studio theatre is
generally open. Summer is busy with two shows. It is not available to the public during
the school day.
The performing arts facilities in Hopkins and Bloomington are owned by the City
and not located in or adjacent to a school. Both of those centers are heavily booked
throughout the year by their resident performance companies (Stages in Hopkins and the
Figure F-3- Comparison of Art Centers
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Continental Ballet Company and eight others in Bloomington), by touring professionals
and by other local groups. The Bloomington Theatre is virtually fully booked. Thus,
open weekend dates and extended reservations are rare and relatively expensive except
in the summer when there are more openings.
Classes are also available in dance from commercial ventures in private buildings.
Name Resident Organi-
zations
Owner Location
Edina • Performing Arts Center at EHS
• Fick Auditorium at EHS
• Normandale Auditorium at ECC
• Auditorium in Valley View Middle
School
• Dragseth Auditorium at South View
• Middle Schools
• Maetzold Amphitheatre (City)
School groups • School District
• City
• School campuses
• Park
St. Louis Park • St. Louis Park High School
• Veterans Memorial Amphitheatre
School groups School District • School
• Park
Hopkins • Hopkins Center for the Arts
• Eisenhower Community Center
• Hopkins High School
Stages Theatre Co.
at Center for the
Arts
City • Downtown
• School campuses
Minnetonka • Arts Center on 7
• Minnetonka High School
• School
• Minnetonka
Theatre
School District School campus
Eden Prairie • Performing Arts Center (in HS)
• Auditoriums in high & middle schools
School groups School District School campus
Richfield • Auditoriums in high and middle
schools
School School District School campus
Bloomington • Bloomington Art Center and Theatre
• High and middle schools
• Continental Bal-
let Co.
• Eight others
• City
• School District
City campus
Minneapolis • Lake Harriet Band Shell None Park and Recreation
Board
West Lake Harriet
Parkway
Figure F-5 - Comparison of Theatrical Performance Venues
COMPARISON OF THEATRICAL PERFORMANCE VENUES
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MEETING ROOMS IN LIBRARIES
There are Hennepin County Libraries in St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Eden
Prairie, Bloomington and Richfield. Each has rooms of various sizes for rent to the
public at reasonable rates. The rooms have capacities from 4 to 200 people and some
include audio-visual equipment. Wi-Fi is commonly available.
GYMNASIUMS, SWIMMING POOLS AND MAJOR FITNESS CENTERS
As noted above, major fitness and recreation facilities are available in each of the
neighboring cities either through the school district, the municipality or private
businesses. Those owned by the City may be in buildings independent from a school
campus or integrated into a high school or a community center building that is owned by
the school district (as in Edina). Once again, facilities in the schools are meant primarily
for school use and are not available during the school day or immediately after school.
Evening use is sometimes dominated by City-sponsored sports organizations but some
time is available for other groups. The Eden Prairie and Minnetonka fitness center
include meeting rooms for rent.
COMPARISON OF FITNESS CENTERS AND CLUBS
Name Owner Location
Edina • School gymnasiums and pools
• LA Fitness
• Southdale YMCA
• School District
• City
• Business
• Community Center
• Schools
• Park
• Independent
St. Louis Park • School gymnasiums and pools
• LA Fitness; Lifetime Fitness
• Jewish Community Center
• School District
• City
• Business
• Schools
• Park
• Independent
Hopkins • Lindbergh Center
• School gymnasiums and pools
• LA Fitness
• School District
• Business
• Schools
Minnetonka • Williston Fitness Center
• School gymnasiums and pools
• City
• School District
• City campus
• Schools
Eden Prairie • Eden Prairie Community Center
• School gymnasiums and pools
• Lifetime Fitness
• City
• School District
• Business
• School campuses
Richfield • School gymnasiums and pools
• LA Fitness
• School District
• Business
• Schools
Bloomington • Activity Centers
• Lifetime Fitness
• School District
• Business
• High schools (2)
Figure F-6- Comparison of Fitness Centers and Clubs
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SUMMARY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES
Figure F-7 lists all of the community facilities inventoried for this study listed by city.
The locations of many of these buildings are illustrated on Figures F-8 and F-9, which
follow. For the sake of mapping, the organization of Table 5 is based more strongly on
facility ownership (such as Schools) than purely by function (such as Meeting Room).
COMMUNITY FACILITIES IN AND NEAR EDINA
P: Park S: School L: Library A: Art Center M: Municipal F: Fitness C: Commercial R: Religious
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Table 5 - Community Facilities in and Near Edina
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Figure F-7 - Community Facilities in and near Edina
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MULTIPLE USE SPACE(S)
The comments of several people interviewed coalesced around the idea of a flexible
space with a flat floor, movable walls and movable seating. This space could be used
to theatrical performances, dance performances and rehearsals, banquets, meetings
and gatherings of various sizes, parties, galas and exhibits. It might have theatrical
lighting and “black box” painted walls and be supplemented with break-out meeting
rooms and a catering or a full kitchen. It could also function as a formal or ceremonial
civic and community gathering space. This may need to be more than one major
room as the various demands and functions may not always be complementary. The
three stages owned by Edina Public Schools are nearly fully booked except in the
summer; a City-owned theatre that is more accessible to non-school groups is desired.
It would be helpful if there were one or more major tenants (performance groups or
civic associations) that called this facility their home; an art-based dance school was
mentioned.
ART CENTER GROWTH
The Art Center seems to have done as much as it can with its current, limited facility.
Additional programming, teaching, production, gallery and sales would be possible
with additional space, particularly if it were more visible and accessible than their
current location. It would be essential that any art production space be affordable to
the artists as Edina is strong in private spaces for the sale of art but weak in affordable
places to create it. Outdoor space for the temporary display or permanent installation of
sculpture is also desired, similar to the opportunities at The Promenade.
The Edina Art Center needs more space, both for its present membership and
programming as well as to grow and serve additional demand. Greater visibility would
aid its marketing and help boost gallery sales, also.
INITIATIVES BY THE EDINA ARTS AND CULTURE COMMISSION
The Edina Arts and Culture Commission, a group formed in 2013 to advise the City
Council, would like the community to expand offerings in the subjects of literature, the
film festival (now in its third year), music and the Edina Theatre Guild. A home for the
Commission and some of the programming that it initiates would be welcomed.
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CIVIC AND ARTS ORGANIZATIONS
There may be a need by civic organizations for shared office space and materials
storage. Edina has many charitable or community development organizations that are
staffed by member volunteers and operated from the members’ homes or businesses.
Up to 75 of these local groups contract with the Edina Community Foundation for
technical, fund-raising, logistical and general legal assistance. The Foundation, which
currently shares office space in the Edina Senior Center, could be the “keystone tenant”
for these groups. There is virtually no additional office space for rent to community or
charitable groups in the Community Center.
FITNESS CENTER OR GYMNASIUM
Research conducted for this study supports the notion that there is a need for additional
gymnasium space that is available for use by non-school athletics. Currently, there
are gymnasiums in the high school, the middle schools and the Community Center
including two that are “owned” by the City. Nevertheless, open time in the evenings
except in the summer is scarce. There is little doubt that the current School and City
gyms are nearly fully used at desirable times. Some residents have expressed a desire for
a municipal fitness center. A future gymnasium space could be combined with a “fitness
center,” which might include weight training and cardiovascular exercise equipment
and rooms for classes such as yoga, Pilates or aerobics. One question is the degree to
which the City government feels it is appropriate to compete in a business category
against several successful national companies that offer many desirable options in and
around Edina. The availability of several facilities, including gymnasiums, auditoriums
and classrooms, could change dramatically if the Community Center should ever be
fully devoted to regular school use again, which is a possibility. Another gymnasium
scheduled by the City would be very helpful to the City’s athletic associations, but
further assessment should be done after the school district implements new indoor
facilities that may accommodate this need.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION GROWTH
If there were more or different facilities available, Edina Community Education might
expand its programming. Ideally, Community Education would like to provide classes
in more than one location for ease of access. There is some concern that Edina Public
Schools may need to re-occupy the building that now houses Community Education.
SENIOR CENTER GROWTH
The Senior Center would possibly like to expand its offerings and its clientele, perhaps
with a name change, a new brand image and more evening and weekend hours. It might
welcome a banquet room and a flexible-use space. Possible concerns for the current
space are public visibility and continued or even increased competition for parking.
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APPENDIX F - 2014 EDINA COMMUNITY FACILITY INVENTORY
Name of Facility / Provider Address City Zip
Edina Community Center 5701 Normandale Blvd Edina 55424 X X X X X X X Owned by Edina Public Schools
Edina Performing Arts Center 6754 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Edina High School
Fick Auditorium 6754 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Edina High School
High School Gymnasium 6754 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Edina High School
EHS Community Room 6754 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 Edina High School
Meeting / Rental Spaces
Dragseth Auditorium 4725 South View Ln Edina 55424 X South View Middle School
South View Gymnasium 4725 South View Ln Edina 55424 X South View Middle School
South View Pool 4725 South View Ln Edina 55424 X South View Middle School
Valley View Auditorium 6750 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Valley View Middle School
Valley View Gymnasium 6750 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Valley View Middle School
Valley View Pool 6750 Valley View Rd Edina 55439 X Valley View Middle School
Southdale YMCA 7355 York Ave S Edina 55435 X X X X X X X Fitness / Wellness Programs
LA Fitness 4175 W 76th St Edina 55435 X X Fitness / Wellness Programs
Snap Fitness 5125 Edina Industrial Blvd Edina 55439 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Snap Fitness 4402 France Ave Edina 55410 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Curves 5221 Edina Industrial Edina 55439 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Steele Fitness 3908 W 50th St Edina 55424 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Fitness Together 5008 Vernon Ave Edina 55436 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Welcyon Fitness After 50 4420 Valley View Rd Edina 55424 Fitness / Wellness Programs
CorePower Yoga 7495 France Ave Edina 55435 Fitness / Wellness Programs
MunA Yoga 7417 Washington Ave Edina 55439 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Veda Yoga Therapy & Body Work 4532 France Ave S Mpls 55410 Fitness / Wellness Programs
Edina Country Club 5100 Wooddale Ave Edina 55424 X X X
Meeting / Rental Spaces
Banquets / Catering
Fitness Center
Interlachen Country Club 6200 Interlachen Blvd Mpls 55436 X X X X X
Meeting / Rental Spaces
Banquets / Catering
Fitness Center
Church of St. Patrick 6820 St Patricks Ln Edina 55439 X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Colonial Church 6200 Colonial Way Edina 55436 X X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Christ Presbyterian 6901 Normandale Rd Edina 55435 X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Normandale Lutheran 6100 Normandale Rd Edina 55436 X X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Edina Morningside Community Church 4201 Morningside Road Edina 55416 X X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Southdale Shopping Center 10 Southdale Center Edina 55435 Meeting / Rental Spaces
Lunds Grocery Store 3945 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Westin Edina Galleria 3201 Galleria Edina 55435 Meeting / Rental Spaces
Edina Cinema 3911 W 50th St Edina 55424 X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Southdale Library 7001 York Ave Edina 55435 X X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Edina Library 5280 Grandview Square Edina 55436 X X X X Meeting / Rental Spaces
Edina Community Education 5701 Normandale Blvd Edina 55424 X X X X X X
Branch of Edina Public Schools
Fitness / Wellness, Aquatics, Life
Skills, Culinary Programs
Braemar City of Lakes Figure Skating Club PO Box 390301 Edina 55439 X X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Baseball Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Basketball Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Girls Athletic Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Volleyball Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Hockey Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Soccer Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Soccer Club c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Football Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Youth Softball Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Swim Club 4445 West 77th St Edina 55435 X X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Girls Fast Pitch Sotfball Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Lacrosse Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
Edina Boys Flag Football Assn c/o EPR - 4801 West 50th St Edina 55424 X Supported by Edina Parks & Rec Dept
NotesSimilar Provider
Adaptive RecreationYouth AthleticsYouthSpecial EventsSeniorGolfArtsAdult AthleticsEDINA SIMILAR PROVIDER CHART
Figure F-8 - Similar Provider Inventory
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Figure F-9 - Edina Indoor Athletic Facilities
EDINA INDOOR ATHLETIC FACILITIES
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APPENDIX F - 2014 EDINA COMMUNITY FACILITY INVENTORY
YOUTH ATHLETIC ASSOCIATIONS SUPPORTED BY THE EDINA PARKS AND
RECREATION DEPARTMENT
• Braemar City of Lakes Figure Skating Club
• Edina Baseball Association
• Edina Basketball Association
• Edina Girls Athletic Association
• Edina Volleyball Association
• Edina Hockey Association
• Edina Soccer Association
• Edina Soccer Club
• Edina Football Association
• Edina Youth Softball Association
• Edina Swim Club
• Edina Girls Fast Pitch Softball Association
• Edina Lacrosse Association
• Edina Boys Flag Football Association
OVERVIEW
Analysis has revealed that there are many established community or civic facilities in or
near Edina for use by individuals or groups from this city. These facilities are distributed
throughout the City and surrounding communities, and several key spaces are devoted
primarily to the needs of the School District. Despite the scope of existing community
services, there are unsatisfied space needs that, if addressed in the right areas, could not
only benefit residents in the vicinity but also provided much needed amenities for the
entire City.
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PARKS, RECREATION & TRAILS STRATEGIC PLAN | G - 1
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City of Edina Comprehensive Bicycle Transportation Plan (2007)
City of Edina Capital Improvements Plan 2015-2019
Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Fifth Edition (2014)
Community Facility Inventory for the Grandview District Project (2014)
Edina Art Center Analysis, Sutton and Associates (2012)
Edina Comprehensive Plan (2009)
Findings Report for a Statistically Valid Comprehensive Community Needs Assessment Survey, ETC Institute (2014)
Trail Planning, Design, and Development Guildelines, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, (2006)
Urban Forest Task Force (UFTF) Report (2013)