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AGENDA
CHANHASSEN PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
TUES~A Y, JANUARY 26, 1993, 7:30 P.M.
CHANHASSEN CITY HALL, 690 COULTER DRIVE
CALL TO ORDER
1. Approval of December 15, 1992, Park and Recreation Commission Minutes.
2. Welcome New Commission Members: Ron Roeser and Jim Manders.
3. Visitor Presentations.
4. Organizational Items:
a. Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
b. Adopt Rules of Conduct
c. 1993 Meeting Dates and Times
d. Attendance at City Council Meetings
5.
Pheasant Hill Park Master Plan Amendment; Neighborhood Meeting.
6. Land Development Proposal, Preliminary Plat, Boley Property:
Lundgren Brothers Construction
935 East Wayzata Boulevard
Wayzata, MN 55391
7. Land Development Proposal, Preliminary Plat, SunLink Addition:
SunLink Corporation
1100 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30309-4599
8. Comprehensive Plan Amendment, Recreation Section.
9. Status Reports;
a. Highway 5 Corridor Study Task Force; Jim Andrews
b. Chanhassen Entertainment Complex .
10. 1993 Park and Recreation Department Goals.
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Prioritization of 1993 Park Acquisition and Development Capital Improvement Program.
12.
Lake Ann Park Parking Fees.
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13. Administrative Presentations:
a. Approve 1993 Annual Membership; Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association
and National Recreation and Parks Association.
b. Ballfield Usage Requests:
Sunset Ridge Park
Curry Farms Park
Lake Ann Park Field #3
c. Fourth of July Celebration, Selection of Band
d. CAA Basketball Report
e. Bowling Party Evaluation
f. Ski Trip Report
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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Park and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
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DATE:
January 14, 1993
SUBJ:
Welcome New Members
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On Monday, January 11, the City Council ~pp~oved the recommendation of the Park and
Recreation Commission to appoint Ron Roe~.er and Jim Manders to the Park and Recreation
Commission. The Council also approved th~'reappointments of Jan Lash and Jim Andrews to
the commission. The length of term for each commi.ssioner are as follows:
Ron Roeser
Jim Manders
Jan Lash
Jim Andrews
3 years (171-93 to 12-31-95)
2 years (Ph93 to 12-31-94)*
3 years (1-1.;93 to 12-31-95)
3 years (1-1..~,3 to 12-31-95)
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Mr. Manders,.ranking second of five in th~ interview process, will fulfill the
remaining two years of former Commission~l" Erickson's three year term.
Congratulations to all, and welcome Ron and Jim!
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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
. TO:
Park and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
DATE:
January 14, 1993
SUBJ:
Visitor Presentations
On occasion throughout the year, the Park and Recreation Department receives requests that
cannot be handled at staff s discretion but require review by the commission. These requests
vary from asking for additional play equipment, to requesting a program policy change, to
seeking the development of a park where none exists.. To accommodate the persons making these
requests, I am recommending the commission establish "Visitor Presentations" as a standard item
for each agenda. A time would then beset asideiyery early in each agenda to allow for
presentation of items to be made. This would also be.a time for the chairperson to encourage
general members of the audience to address the commission with any concerns unrelated to a
scheduled agenda item.
Recommendation
item on all subsequent Park and
Establishment of "Visitor Presentations" as a standard
Recreation Commission agendas is recommended.
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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Park and Recreation Commission
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FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
DATE: January 14, 1993
SUBJ: Organizational Items
a. Selection of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson: As required by Section 14-18 of the Park
and Recreation Chapter of the City C()de, the selection of a chairperson and vice-
chairperson shall take place at the first tegular meeting of the commission in January of
each year. Past officers include:
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1991
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Chairperson Larry Schroers, Vice-Chairperson Jim Andrews;
Chairperson Larry Schroers, Vice-Chairperson Jim Andrews;
Chairperson Jim Mady, Vice-Chairperson Larry Schroers.
b. Adopt Rules of Conduct: The rUles of conduct for the Park and Recreation Commission
shall be Roberts Rules of Order Revised unless otherwise noted by the commission.
1993 CALENDAR
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c. 1993 Meeting Dates and Time: The following calendar of meeting dates is presented for
the commission's consideration. Other than scheduling the regular December meeting on
the second Tuesday, no deviations from the fourth T~esday are necessary. The meeting
time shall remain 7:30 p.rrLunless otherwise noted by the commission. To accommodate
any speyial meetings, the Council.Chamber~willbe>tentativelyreserved for each second
Tuesday of the month.
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January 14, 1993
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d. Attendance at City Council Meetings: A calendar for attendance by Park and Recreation
Commissioners to City Council meetings was developed mid-year 1992. This calendar
was adopted with the assumption that if an item pertaining to the commission was to be
discussed at the Council level, that I would confIrm the attendance of the scheduled
comrmSSlOner.
In 1993, I continue to advocate the attendance by Park and Recreation Commissioners to
City Council meetings. The benefIt of doing so was clear during the last half of 1992,
and most recently on Monday night, January 11. Commissioners Berg, Lash, Schroers
and Andrews attended that night's City Council meeting to support the commission's
recommendation in regard to the Gateway Business Park concept being presented by Opus
Corporation. Commissioners Andrews, Schroers and Lash spoke on behalf of the
commission that evening. The Council was visibly pleased to see this interaction by the
commission and I received comments of appreciation from Council on the commission's
behalf following that meeting. At times I have felt that the commission was becoming
isolated from the workings of the Council throughout the past few years. With the
acceptance of the commission to attend City Council meetings, this feeling has
evaporated. There are other numerous benefIts derived from this practice which I do not
feel are necessary to detail for you. In that light, the following calendar of attendance to
City Council meetings has been prepared for the commission's consideration. I would e
recommend the commission adopt a policy regarding whether attendance should be
automatic or only upon notifIcation by me.
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1993 ATTENDANCE SCHEDULE
PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Date
Representative
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January 11 ..................................... ------------------
January 25 ..................................... ------------------
February 8 ..................................... Jim Andrews
February 22 .................................... Fred Berg
March 8 .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dave Koubsky
March 22 ...................................... J an ush
April 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Manders
April 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ron Roeser
May 11 ....................................... Larry Schroers
May 24 ....................................... Jim Andrews
June 14 ....................................... Fred Berg
June 28 ........................................ Dave Koubsky
J ul y 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . J an ush
July 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Manders
August 9 ...................................... Ron Roeser
August 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Larry Schroers
September 13 ................................... Jim Andrews
September 27 ................................... Fred Berg
October 11 ..................................... Dave Koubsky
October 25 ..................................... Jan ush
November 8 .................................... Jim Manders
November 22 ................................... Ron Roeser
December 13 ................................... Larry Schroers
Larry Schroers
Home: 474-0760
Work: 559-0379
Jim Andrews
Home: 937-0516
Work: 473-1241
Jan ush
Home: 474-3814
Work: 368-3101
Fred Berg
Home: 474-8394
Work: 448-8620
Dave Koubsky
Home: 368-3308
Work: 448-9393
Ron Roeser
Home: 934-7896
Work: 445-3239
J ames Manders
Home: 470-9983
Work: 945-4633
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A ~~EW TIPS FOR TIlE CHAIRPERSON
HOW YOU as a chairperson carry out
your role has much to do with the
success of the board. A weak chair often
fails to move a board along and may be
unable to save the board from indecisive-
ness and the tendency to dance around
issues. Whereas strong chairs have been
known to run roughly over dissent and
participation, the point is not simply that
you should be either retiring or strong.
The point is that you should lead indi-
viduals to become a leadership group in
which members never assume they can
relax their responsibility because the
chair will be responsible on their behalf.
Here are a few tips for chairing more
effectively:
1. Be the chairperson, not an in.
termittent CEO. Do your own job. The
board has already designated the top
staff officer as chief executive. Your role
is to help the board do a good job, not to
run the organization. If your organiza-
tion is too small to have a staff CEO, you
may in fact have to perform both roles. If
so, just be clear yourself and communi-
cate clearly to others which hat you are
wearing at any particular time. (Gener-
ally in these tips, I'll assume your organi-
zation has assigned the role of CEO to its
top staff person.)
2. Lead the board, not the CEO.
Your focus should be on the board, not on
the staff. The CEO works for the board,
not for you. Only the board has the right
to tell the CEO what to do or to add to the
board's criteria for judging CEO perfor-
mance. An intermediary can only detract
from crisp accountability. Consequently,
don't worry about the CEO, worry about
the board - that will be worry enough.
3. Lead the board to define its
own job. Your purview is not to work
your own agenda for the operating orga-
nization. Even your desire for better gov-
ernance has to become the board's com-
mitment before you can have much ef-
fect. Press the board to explore the rami-
fications of its moral (or sometimes legal)
trusteeship and to definejust whatitsjob
is. When the job is thus redefined in its
relatively permanent form, have the board
set annual targets within segments of
that job. This will help later as you set
specific meeting agendas.
4. Lead the board to design its
discipline. When you enforce the rules,
it will be better if you are enforcing the
board's rules, not yours. Help the board
examine and plan its process - how the
board will deal with dissent, with ren-
egade members, with attendance, and
with coming to meetings unprepared.
Decisions about the rules the board
chooses for itself should be written and
adopted as board policy. Without group-
determined discipline, there will either
be insufficient discipline or you will end
up personally creating it.
5. Lead the board to evaluate its
performance. Regularly return the
board to what it adopted about its own
job. Has it followed through? Is it behav-
ing the way it said it would? Be sure you
stick to what the board has adopted as
expectations and intentions for itself.
Evaluations done apart from the job
description are not as useful and may be
a waste oftime. Because it is easy for a
board to slip back into old habits, I
suggest self-evaluation be done every
meeting.
6. Take responsibility for the
agenda. This is the board's agenda, not
the staffs - so don't leave the agenda to
staff. The board's job is not to look over
what the staff did last month or quarter,
but to get its own job done. If the board
doesn't know about its own job more
than staff does, then recognize that as a
problem and go back to point 3 above.
Developing agendas for specific meet-
ings will be both easier and more board-
empowering if the board as a body has
engaged itself-even with a broad brush
- in annual agenda planning.
7. Run participative but em.
cient mneetings. Keep it open, but keep
it moving! Encourage debate and differ-
ences; bring people out; make it accept- _
able to disagree. Create an atmosphere
of respectful diversity. Yet do not allow
the board to talk an issue to death.
Using a simple poll- "How many have
your minds made up already?" - can
yield surprising and enlightening re- Reprinted with permission from ~
sults. The informal polling technique, Leadership: A Bimonthly Workshop ~
John Carver. No.3, Sept-Oct 1992. Copy-
by the way, can be used to get quick . ht t:, I 199'0 b T B I 350
ng IC/ ~ Y elossey- ass nc.,
- Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA 94104.
415/433-1767.
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8. Take the long view - build ca.
pability. Efficient meetings are impor-
tant, but don't put your emphasis on
effective meetings per se. Focus on the
long-term ability of the board to govern.
You won't worry too much if a particular
meeting is awkward and tedious if the
board learns needed skills and insights
from it ... or grapples meaningfully with
an important value issue. Set out to leave
the next chair with a board more in con-
trol of itself than you found it. The board
will be less vulnerable to unhappy condi-
tions thereafter, such as having a chair-
person less wonderful than you are!
Your job as chairperson comes as close to
a pure instance of Robert Greenleafs
"servant leader" as I can imagine. You
are clearly the board's leader and just as
surely its servant as well. You might get
a philosophical boost for that challenge
by reading Greenleafs thoughts on the
matter. Understand servant-leadership,
understand governance, understandy.
board ... then you will be ready to h
your board understand itself.
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NATIONAL WALKING PROGRAM
NRPA has launched a national walking program in
conjunction with the California Prune Board. The initiation
~the nationwide event follows a year in which the program
.s piloted in ten cities during 1992.
"Walking has taken off in our community. We needed to
be part ofthis healthy trend and the California Prune Board's
sponsored program has provided us with the perfect vehicle
to get started," states Mary Ann Davis, Recreation Manager
in St. Petersburg, FL.
Consider these facts:
· Walking is the most popular fitness activity in Ameri-
can with over 14 million walkers annually
· Walking is one of the best fitness activities benefiting
nearly all muscle groups
· Walking is one of the best low impact exercises for all
age groups
· Walking is done primarily in parks and natural set-
tings
· Top motivations for walking are socialization and
fitness
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Participating agencies will receive FREE starter kits.
For information on how your agency can get involved call:
NRPA's Northeast Service Center
203/721-1055
C-BM NEEDS YOU!
If you're from one of these states, why not volunteer to
serve on the C-BM Board of Directors representing your
state. We meet twice yearly - once in Washington, D.C. and
at the NRP A Congress.
Alabama
Arkansas
Delaware
Kentucky
Maryland
Maine
Montana
Nebraska
New Mexico
Pennsylvania
Vermont
Wisconsin
West Virginia
Wyoming
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. understanding; appreciation; affirmative response; support;
effective community leadership. You board and commission
members are taxpayers; you serve the best interests of
taxpayers. You serve as the pulse ofthe community for park
and recreation professionals our buffer - our boss - our
partner. You, not we, move the electorate to improve and
expand park and recreation programs, facilities, and services
in the community.
NOTE: These statements offered by Bob Artz, founder of
the C-BM Branch, during the formative years of the Branch
in 1967.
Citizen-Board Member Branch
Code of Ethics for
Park & Recreation Board Members
As a Park and RecreatlO
residents, I recognize that:
I. I have been entrusted to provide park and recreation services to my
community.
2. These services should be available to all residents regardless of
age, sex, race, religion, national origin, physical or mentallimita-
tion.
3. While honest differences of opinion may develop, I will work
harmoniously with other Board members to assure residents the
services they require.
4. I will invite all residents to express their opinions so I may be
properly infonned prior to making my decisions. I will make them
based solely upon the facts available to me. I will support the final
decision of the Board.
5. I must devote the time, study and thought necessary to carry out my
duties.
6. The Board members establish the policy and the staff is responsible
for administering the policies of the Board.
7. I have no authority outside of the proper meetings of the Board.
8. All Board meetings should be open to the public except as provided
by law.
BRANCHING OUT is a publication of the Citizen-
Board Member Branch of the National Recreation
and Park Association. President, Carol Lenard (KS);
Editor, Anne Lusk (VT); Staff Liaison, Tom Martin
(GA). Office located at:
National Recreation & Park Assn.
1285 Parker Road, S.E.
Conyers, GA 30207-5957
404/760-1668
FAX 404/760-9427
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CHANHASSEH
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Park and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
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DATE:
January 15, 1993
SUBJ:
Pheasant Hill Park Master Plan Amendment, Neighborhood Meeting
Attached for your review are copies of the report presented to the commission pertaining to this
issue on December 15, 1992, minutes documenting the commission's action that evening, and the
subsequent letter which was distributed to the neighborhood. The single response received to
date was a phone call received from Mr. Jeff Jessin, 1741 Woodduck Lane, stating his favor of
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Recommendation
Pending hearing comments from residents of the neighborhood, it is staff's continued
recommendation that in light of the sight constraints at Pheasant Hill Park, the most evident of
which is the desire to preserve natural amenities coupled with the lack of accessibility, and the
city's desire to locate tennis courts in community parks, the commission should amend the
original Pheasant Hill Park Plan deleting the tennis court and realigning the remaining amenities--
open playfield, bituminous trail, picnic area, play area, half-court basketball court and sand
volleyball court--as depicted in the proposed new plan (Whew!).
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Park and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
DATE:
December 10, 1992
SUBJ:
Pheasant Hill Park Construction Report
With the commencement of construction at the Target site in Chanhassen, the city had the
opportunity to obtain excess soils resulting from their excavating operations. With the grading
plan for Pheasant Hill Park calling out a need for fill material, we took advantage of this
opportunity. With the involvement of the citY's Street and Park Divisions of Public Works, the
hauling and rough grading of the accepted ~ils was coordinated. Ryan Construction, Target's
contractor, performed the hauling operations at no cost to the city. Ryan Construction also
provided the city with a loader and cat which city employees utilized in leveling the fill. Hauling
operations commenced on Wednesday, November 25, and concluded on Tuesday, December 1,
1992. Coordination of this activity took place over a very short time period (2 days), thus a
written notice of the impending activity was distributed door to door in the Pheasant Hill
neighborhood on Wednesday, .November 24th, the day work began. The entire operation
proceeded very smoothly, prompting calls of curiosity and appreciation for keeping on schedule
with the park's development.
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As a result of grading work getting underway, it became apparent that a change in the park's
original master plan concept should be considered. .The .land on which the tennis court was to
be built has five mature (12" to 18" diameter) trees upon it. Considering the city will not
sacrifice these trees and that the entry road and parking area originally called for off of Wood
Duck Lane has been deleted from the plan, it is staff's recommendation that the tennis court be
deleted as well. As the Commission is aware, it is staff s position that the construction of tennis
courts should take place in community parks Which are accessible to all. Recent legislation under
the American's With Disabilities Act goes further, making this premise the law. Differences in
interpretation of ADA plays a role in these issues, however, labeling a tennis court which is
tucked into a neighborhood park behind residential homes with access to it only via a bituminous
trail which leads to on- street parking as accessible is severely stretching the definition of
accessibility. In addition, by eliminating the tennis court, we avoid introducing 360 feet of chain
link fence into a small neighborhood park setting. Furthermore, this would allow us to locate
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the play area in a much closer proximity to the actual components of the park eliminating the
need 'for further destruction of the unique features this park offers. However, it is being
recommended that the half court basketball area be retained, thus introducing a hard court
element into the park which provides the opportunity for an entire new range of play activities.
In essence, this new plan consolidates the active components of the park, leading to less
destruction of the existing trees, vegetation and topography.
I encourage commissioners to take a few minutes and visit this new park site. Access is
available via Wood Duck Lane and the existing temporary construction road. A site visit will
allow you the opportunity to visualize the future layout of this neighborhood park. Copies of the
original park master plan, the proposed amended park plan and a map to the park are enclosed.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that, in light of the site constraints at Pheasant Hill Park, the most evident of
which is the desire to preserve natural amenities, coupled with the lack of accessibility and the
city's desire to locate tennis courts in community parks, the Commission should amend the
original Pheasant Hill Park Plan, deleting the tennis court and realigning the remaining amenities;
open play field, bituminous trail, picnic area, play area, half-court basketball court, and sand
volley ball court as depicted in the proposed new park plan. The Commission should also direct
staff to send a letter to the affected residents informing them of this amendment and the reasons
for the change.
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
December 22, 1992
Dear Resident:
As you may have noticed, the process of developing Pheasant Hill Neighborhood Park has taken
another step forward. Early last year, the city contracted with Hoisington/Koegler Group, Inc.,
to prepare a grading plan for Pheasant Hill Park based on the concept plan developed through
neighborhood meetings. The grading plan called for the acceptance of soil fill or borrow to
construct a level play field. The week of November 23, 1992, the city became aware of the
availability of excess soils resulting from the construction of Target in downtown Chanhassen.
Hauling operations commenced on Wednesday, November 25 and concluded on Tuesday,
December 1, 1992. Coordination of this activity took place over a very short time period (2
days), and thus a written notice of the impending activity was distributed door-to-door on A
Wednesday, November 24, the day work began. ,.,
As a result of grading work getting underway, it is apparent that a change in the park's original
concept plan concept should be considered. The land on which the tennis court was to be built
has five mature (12 to IS-inch diameter) trees upon it Considering the city will not sacrifice
these trees, and that the entry road and parking area originally called for off of Wood Duck Lane
has been deleted from the plan, it is the city's position that the tennis court should be deleted as
well. The neighborhood survey identifying desirable park amenities ranked a tennis court Sth
behind a swing set, open play field, play structure, picnic tables, park benches, a paved trail
connecting Wood Duck Lane to Lake Lucy Lane, and a half-court basketball court Furthermore,
the construction of tennis coutts must take place in parks which are accessible to all. Recent
legislation under the Americans with Disabilities Act goes further, makes accessibility the law.
Differences in interpretation of ADA playa role in these issues; however, labeling a tennis court
which is tucked into a neighborhood park behind residential homes with access to it onl via a
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PRELIMINARY PLAT TO SUBDIVIDE 2 LOTS INTO 2 LOTS AND 1 OUTLOT. NEZ PERCE
DRIVE. VINEWOOD ADDITION.
Hoffman: Chairman Schroers, commission members. Item 2 is merely a
formality to insure that our ordinance in regard to park dedication fees
is upheld. As you can see, the applicant is requesting a preliminary plat
to subdivide a lot where there is currently a home into two separate lots
adjoining that lot and then an outlot to allow access. Well actually that
outlot would not allow access to these two lots that are coming in off Nez
Perce, as you can see there. That outlot is to continue their access to
their current site. Recommendation then would be to recommend the City
Council accept park and trail dedication fees in lieu of land dedication
or trail construction as a part of the Stuart Hoarn application for
preliminary plat approval.
Schroers: Very good. Thank you.
Lash: So moved.
Pemrick: Second.
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Lash moved, Pemrick seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommend the City Council accept park and trail dedication fees in lieu
of land dedication or trail construction for the Stuart Hoarn Subdivision.
All voted in favor and the motion carried.
PHEASANT HILL PARK CONSTRUCTION REPORT.
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Hoffman: Thank you Chairman Schroers and Park Commissioners. Obviously
you've read the report. I'm not going to read through that. I will brief
the transactions which have taken place out at Pheasant Hill Park. To
tell you honestly, I did not think we were going to get off of ground zero
this fall because we did not have the time, the commitment from, back to
the parks department and public works was so great that they were off
doing other things and we didn't have a supply of fill. That type of
thing. Then the Target issue came up. We had representatives of Ryan
Construction in the office looking for fill sites. We picked up the
coordination there with our public works department and the divisions out
there and as you can see, within 2 days we were trucking fill to the
Pheasant Hill Park site. We were able to do that in organized and planned
fashion since the Commission did approve design of the park. The master
plan. We followed that with the design of a grading plan so we knew how
much dirt we needed and where. We did take additional fill, since we had
it, to level the ballfield a little bit more than was originally called
for on the grading plan. They've completed rough grading out there. Did
anybody get a chance, if you did, you can see it looks fairly nice the way
it currently lays out. The one hang-up is the issue of destruction of
what I would call perfectly good, perfectly beautiful natural, passive
parkland which you talked about at great length tonight during your
interviews. If we can accommodate excluding the tennis court, which I
discussed here, we can accommodate all of their aspects, all of their
amenities of this park by amending the plan, I certainly would recommend
that you consider that. The issues over the tennis court we've discussed
in recent times. Accessability. The expense of including tennis courts
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December 15, 1992 - Page 4
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in neighborhood parks. Is. that where our dollars should be going? Or is
the availability of tennis courts at community parks, is that sufficient
to meet the residents needs? That's a question each of you will have to
ask yourself as you consider this amendment to the master park plan at
Pheasant Hills. Pheasant Hills Park. What I've concluded with is a brief
recommendation that in light of the site constraints at Pheasant Hills
Park, the most evident of which is the desire to preserve natural
amenities, coupled with the lack of accessability and the city's desire to
locate tennis courts in community parks, the Commission should amend the
original Pheasant Hills Park plan deleting the tennis court and realigning
the remaining amenities, including the open playfield, bituminous trail,
picnic area, play area, half court basketball court, and sand volleyball
court as depicted in the new proposed plan. The Commission should also
direct staff to send a letter to the affected residents informing them of
this amendment and the reasons for the change. I should add, if you feel
it's necessary to go through the process of an additional neighborhood
meeting to discuss this with them, you can take that option.
Schroers: The only problem I would have with this is, would be to review
the Minutes of those meetings because there was a lot of interest from
that ar~a and my concern would be in breaking a promise.
Lash: I guess I'd be interested in sending the letter. Telling the
situation and then saying, if you are having a problem with this or if you
have concerns about this, contact you. And if you see that there is ...
enough input from the residents, then schedule a meeting where they coul~
come in and voice their concerns with us and we could deal with it then.
But I think in line with the new Tree Board commission, our whatever
they're called, that if this was, had a serious impact on a nice grove of
trees, we would need to deal through them also before I would feel
comfortable in wiping out a whole block of trees to put in a tennis court.
Schroers: Yeah, I really think it's good but I think it would leave a
real bad taste in people's mouth if we renigged on a promise or, not
necessarily a promise but what we had intended or led them to believe that
we were going to do without a proper explanation. But I think what Janis
is saying is real good.
Berg: I support that also.
Andrews: My preference would be that we would hold a meeting. I think
we've got the time to do it between now and spring. I think we should
just offer them the chance to talk about it and move ahead at that point.
I agree that we should delete the tennis court incidentally, but I think
we should have a hearing. Give them a chance to hear our reasons and for
us to hear their response. I'm sure we could take action before
construction season anyway so.
Schroers: Okay. I guess that I would be in favor of sending a letter and
then having a meeting, if there's enough opposition to try to understan~
it rather than having an additional meeting. Unless you just want to ..,
include it as an agenda item.
Andrews: That's what I would want to do.
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December 15, 1992 - Page 5
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Schroers: You're not talking about having a separate?
Andrews: No, just an agenda item. I think to make a decision about
what's enough of a response or not enough, I think you've got to offer the
usual forum so that nobody can say, I didn't have my chance, or nobody
listened or, you know treat everybody the same and consistently the same
and then we have no complaint later that we didn't follow the proper
procedure.
Lash: I still say a letter would in line and then telling them the date
it will be on the agenda.
Berg: That's a very good idea.
Hoffman: Again, I think when we go into that meeting, we need to discuss
the issue of, when you went through the neighborhood meeting the last
time, the issue of parking was very key. The master plan shows parking
off of Lake Lucy on the south side of the park, which does not provide
access to the, direct access to the active components of the park. So if
the consensus is, they still want to see a tennis court in that park
somewhere, we do need to provide sufficient access to that and is on
street parking at Wood Duck Lane sufficient access for a tennis court?
Tennis courts typically draw from a much larger area than your other
standard components and so, in my opinion, if the neighborhood wants a
~ tennis court, the parking lot would be the associated component.
Lash: And it would have to be off of Wood Duck.
Hoffman: Correct.
Lash: And they don't want that.
Koubsky:
. ..and discuss before we change it, if we're going to change it.
Lash: And we ended up deciding that the parking off of Lake Lucy was just
not convenient enough or was it, was there land?
Hoffman: Not convenient and very destructive. You want to talk about
knocking down trees. That is a much more, there's a nice stand of trees
which would need to be removed to accommodate that parking lot.
Lash: I'd like to think that we're taking a stand. What's going on here?
Hoffman: Firecrackers.
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Lash: Of taking a stand on, if the City's got a tree ordinance and we're
starting a Tree Board, I think that we need to feel very proactive in that
area also. And when we're putting in parks, I think we have to be really
conscience of not going in there and wiping out big areas of trees. And
for no other reason I'd be willing to do that.
Koubsky: You have to keep that in consideration of our design too. We do
have a big open play area. What is more beneficial for the area? You
don't have to tear down trees on this property to supply them with some
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recreational facilities. We're opting on this plan to provide an open
space. They may, as a neighborhood, want something instead of an open
space.
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Lash: That was one of their high priorities though.
Hoffman: Highest. The open space. The open field.
Lash: And some basketball I think. They said their kids were getting a
little big for, of course by now maybe they've had some big turnover and
have the need for totlots.
Schroers: Okay, would you like this in the form of a formal motion then?
Hoffman: No, it's not necessary. I would position my letter explaining
what we've discussed this evening. So when we're calling a neighborhood
meeting, if they already have sufficient information and they've made up
their mind that, well I guess I need to ask that. If the Commission would
like me to position my letter stating that this is the proposed change.
You have an opportunity to discuss this with the commission. If
discussion is not hear, then this change will be formalized.
Schroers: Yeah. I think that's a good way to put it and then just
include when it's going to be on the agenda and you've got it. Great.
1992 PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE REPORT.
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Hoffman: Other than the report, it's self explanatory. I have no
comments on it.
COMMISSION MEMBER PRESENTATIONS:
Schroers: Okay. Any commission members.
Andrews: Are you talking about item 5 now?
Schroers: Yeah.
Andrews: I just want to thank Wendy too for the good job. Appreciate
your work and your effort.
Pemrick: Well thank you. I'm feeling so sad.
Berg: It's a sad day for Chanhassen.
Pemrick: I want to be involved though at some point again. Something. If
any fun committees come up later on.
Schroers: Well now you've got all these high powered credentials.
Lash: Well you know every year there will be, probably be vacancies. e
Schroers: And I think it's also appropriate at this time, while we're on
the subject, to thank both Jan and Jim for re-applying. I appreciate that
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PROPOSAL:
Preliminary Plat to subdivide 36 acres into 33 single family homes on property
zoned RSF
LOCATION:
Located southeast of Lake St. Joe, east of Minnewashta Parkway, and north of
Highway 5 (see attached location map--Attachment A)
APPLICANT:
Lundgren Brothers Construction
935 East Wayzata Blvd.
Wayzata, MN 55391
PRESENT ZONING:
RSF, Residential Single Family
ADJACENT ZONING
AND LAND USE:
N - RSF, Residential Single Family
S - City of Victoria
E - RSF, Residential Single Family
W - City of Victoria
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN: The Recreation Section of the City's Comprehensive Plan identifies the
area of the city which this proposed plat lies in as park deficient. This is no surprise to the commission,
staff, the applicant, and the residents of Chanhassen living west of Lake Minnewashtao There is no park
of any kind, public open space, playground, or other recreation area located west of Lake Minnewashta
between Highway 5 and Highway 7. The Minnewashta Parkway "neighborhoods" represent a large and
increasing population of the city. The city has initiated steps to eliminate this park deficiency. First,
a park acquisition and development fund reserve specifically for the purchase of land west of Lake
Minnewashta was established. Secondly, contacts inquiring about the purchase of property in this area
have been made. Some commissioners may recall that Mr. Terry Forbord of Lundgren Brothers
Construction spoke to the commission in September of 1990 during the review of a separate issue;
however, he referenced the possible development of the Boley property. A great deal of discussion that
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evening centered upon the designation of the land around Lake St. Joe with the exception of the
Malinowski property as p:llrk/open space on the city's land use plan (Attachment B). This
designation will be honored under this current proposal. This is not due to any effort by the
developer as the property is a designated wetland and is protected as such. This designated open
space, although of tremendous value, does not lessen the need for a park in this region of the
city, however.
The question then remains, is the Boley property the appropriate site for a park of at least ten
acres in size west of Lake Minnewashta? I do not believe so for three reasons:
1. The topographic constraints confronted on this site would make development of a park,
even one with a high percentage of passive area, difficult.
2. The site is removed from the center of the west Lake Minnewashta region. Property
north of this site would be more appropriate for use as a park.
3.
The site borders the City of Victoria on two sides. As you can see from the preliminary
plat, the entirety of this proposed development includes some 20 lots in Victoria in
addition to the 33 proposed in Chanhassen. Recent negotiations over ownership and
operation responsibilities of Cathcart Park with the City of Shorewood exemplify the
difficulties which can arise from the acquisition of a second "border" park.
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RECOMMENDATION
Upon consideration of these findings, it is recommended that the Park and Recreation
Commission recommend the City Council accept park fees in lieu of land dedication as a
condition of approval of the Boley property. These fees to be paid on a per lot basis at the rate
in force upon building permit application. The current residential park fee for single family
dwellings is $500 per unit.
COMPREHENSIVE TRAIL PLAN
The Comprehensive Trail Plan identifies two trail segments on or adjacent to this proposed
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Nature Trail Around Lake St. Joe: The Comprehensive Trail Plan identifies a nature trail
around Lake St. Joe. A discussion with Mr. Mark Koegler of Hoisington-Koegler Group
confirmed my assumption that the purpose of this designation was to provide public
access to the unique open space around Lake St. Joe, particularly to its west.
Unfortunately, this designation was made without close consideration being given to the
difficulty of traversing this area. A trail around Lake St. Joe would require the dedication
of a rear yard easements above the edge of the wetland on Lots 1-13, Block 1. The fact
that this designation would not be favored by the applicant is of no concern to me. What
does concern me is the lack of justification for the investment which would be necessary
to construct and maintain a boardwalk leading north of the proposed development. If this
trail was to be located in a large city or regional park, the unique experience offered by
a boardwalk entering such an area would be welcomed. In a neighborhood setting,
however, this type of trail is not justifiable.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission recommend the City Council accept
full trail dedication fees in lieu of trail easement dedication or construction as a condition of
approval of the Boley property plat. These fees to be paid on a per lot basis at the rate in force
upon building permit application. The current residential trail fee for single family dwellings is
$167.00 per unit.
As explained, this recommendation is in direct conflict with the city's Comprehensive Plan. If
the commission is uncomfortable with this recommendation, a recommendation should be given
to the city council requiring a trail easement be granted by the applicant on Lots 1-13, Block 1.
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Hoffman: Only a portion of that $18,000.00 is coming from this block ~
grant. Another half or two-thirds of that funding for that pier is coming
from another source hrough Paul and the Planning Department
Schroers: Actually what
S~san. Just because it's
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esignated handicap, . 's for everyone.
Schroers:
Alright,
Erhart: Do we lose
Hoffman: that...
Mady: So we're losing $9,00 .~
going to be putting in a fish
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our own expense then.
Hoffman: Not the City...
Mady:
Bottom line.
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Lash: I'd otion on this ne. I would move that we
recommend to City Counc. that the City Ce ter Park be the site for the
funding for p accessible playgro d .in the amount of $5,898..00.
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dy seconded that the Park and Recrea on Commission recommend
Council that the City Center Park be th site for the funding
for the ndicap accessible playground equipment in t e amount of
$5,898. O~~All voted ,in favor and the .otion carried nanimously.
REVIEW SECTION OF COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
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Mark Malinowski
Terry Forbord
Richard Wing
7250 Minnewashta Parkway
Lundgren Bros., 935 E. Wayz~ta Blvd., Wayzata
3481 Shore Drive
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Hoffman: Mark was unable to attend tonight... As yOU can see, the...
comprehensive plan folks came in and said look at the area around Lake St.
Joe that is designated as park or open space, had concern with how that
would affect their...property in that area. Mark Malinowski is in the
audience here tonight. He is the particular property owner that contacted
the city in this regard. As you can see by Mark's report, the property,
the Malinowski property is east of Lake St. Joe... The upcoming look at
Minnewashta Parkway, it will be upgrading that road and the addition of a ~
trail in that area. There is supposed to be a trail in that area along .
Minnewashta Parkway whether it be on the east side of the road or the west
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September 25, 1990 - Page 9
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side of the road, is not known at this time. But that as well. ..taking not
designating the Malinowski property as open space and designated parkland
for future use or something of that nature. As it states in Mark's report.
it still would be possible...trail loop around Lake St. Joe and...
Schroers: So that would be kind of just a horseshoe shaped loop around the
lake?
Hoffman: Correct. I believe Larry.... and you're probably the person most
familiar with that area...nature trail back in that area. And again, the
comprehensive plan is just a tool. We're not talking about particular
trail segments in this area...
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Mady: I guess I'd prefer the Comprehensive Plan being more of a verbal
document stating that we need property. open space property in an area.
Until we actually we do site plans and go out and walk spaces and have an
opportunity to obtain specific sites. it's very difficult for us to
designate some individual's property as a site. By the same token, I hate
to rule somebody else's site out because we're not in the position now to
buy anything or to get anything but if we open right now and say okay,
because this individual doesn't want his site to be part of the selection
process, that's fine for him but then what do we do with the .other 11,000
people in this city who own property and come in front of us and say, I
don't want you to take my property. All of a sudden we have 12, 25. 150
different sites that we're not supposed to look at. I think what happens
is we all of a sudden have a problem.. Right now we don't have a problem.
The situation is we're probably never going to take this site. Although we
need an area in Minnewashta Parkway badly. we need an open ballfield. Your
site isn't probably conducive to doing that. By stepping in now with the
very first one saying this site we're not going to ever take and we're
going to say that right on the plan. we're going to have more and more
people coming in here saying I want you to take my property off the plan.
Then all of a sudden we do have a problem I think. I would rather us not
get site specific, either pro or con in the plan if we can help it.
Hoffman: To address your first comment about just being verbage and not
being a piece of paper. As you may recall. in looking different segments
of the comprehensive plan as Mark is doing, he has...visual aid more or
less than the last comprehensive plan was developed in 1980 and prior to
that time...just use those as visual aids in that document and realize
that... They're trying to look into the future but the comments are very
valid. We don't want to start picking apart the comprehensive plan...
Schroers: I agree with that statement Todd and also with what Jim has
said. Setting a precedent could cause acquisition problems for us down the
road. What I see here with the 6.5 acreS that Mr. Malinowski's property.
the portion of it that we could acquire for park dedication wouldn't help
us in that area anyway. It's not large enough. So I think in that. Mr.
Malinowski could have some reassurance that we wouldn't be considering his
property for parkland.
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Hoffman: On this site?
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September 25, 1990 - Page 10
Erhart: Yeah, on the 6.5 acres of your property. Is it very wooded? ~
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Hoffman: As stated in Mark's report, the house on that would be real close
to the lake... I guess Mark's interpretation is the original intent of
acquiring some parkland in this area...natural setting that was there...
Mady: We did about a year and a half ago or there abouts, Carol Watson was
still on the panel at that time, look at the area on the back side of Lake
St. Joe. There was someone who was looking to subdivide and at that time
we looked real closely and determined that the marsh area was simply too
dense and too wet. Too soft to even. really consider putting a nature trail
in at that time so if I remember correctly, we were thinking more on the
nature of Lake St. Joe's a nice item and these would be wonderful in the
future but we're not going to be able to go in some areas real close to it
anyway so it's just more when it gets developed, maybe we can put a path
around the outside edge of it possibly but an active use through the area
is going to be very difficult anyway so it pr.obably wasn't smart so I don't
know. Unless something changes drastically between now and then, I don't
know how that's going to happen. I just don't foresee anything if it
happens.
Hoffman: ...Mark to look at the natural area in there. More so it'd be
the acquisition of some land...taking a look at the parkland and
distribution...there's a real void there. The only think we could come up~
with is a small neighborhood park on the south side...real small area. ~
Schroers: If we decide not to designate this property as single family
residential, will that impair Mr. Malinowski's ability to obtain a building
permit?
Hoffman: That's currently what it is. It's just a single family
residpntial that's unplatted.
Schroers: Oh, it's unplatted. I thought reading this it seemed to me like
it indicated that it was designated park and open space.
Hoffman: It's designated as a potential site on the comprehensive plan
for.
Schroers: Oh, but it's not zoned that way? .
Hoffman: If Mr. Malinowski decided to subdivide, at that time you'd take
it with the tools that we use in our department, we take a look at
comprehensive plan to see, is there anything designated in this area which
we could take a look at. And yes, there is, under the current plan, that
is park and open space. Then it would come back to the commission and
start taking a look at...area similar to .what we were doing tonight and
really all we're doing this evening is pre-determining that even if that
area is subdivided...
Schroers: Are you looking for som. kind of a motion on this?
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Hoffman: Correct. A motion to approve Mark's recommendations...that that
property be dropped from the comprehensive plan.
Andrews: Could I ask an odd question? Is the reason why we're dropping
this from the Plan because it's not suitable to be developed as an active
park? Is that why we're making this request or decision?
Hoffman: That would be one of the main...
Andrews: My point would be, why is that every park that we look at has to
be considered as an active park. Currently we do not have any, or very
little wild, natural areas in the city and I have been to one park where an
elevated wood walkway was built over a marshy area and it's a very
beautiful way to walk through a marshy area. I guess I'm hesitant to say
that this is unuseable land. Maybe unuseable as a ballfield or a tennis
court but I guess I look at natural wild spaces as having a value on their
own.
Schroers: I don't think that this is too much of a, I agree with what you
say Jim but I think this particular property is not a real natural area and
L~ild spaces. He stated there's already a house sitting on it and there's
neighborhoods. It's all residential in that area.
Andrews: How many acres is Lake St. Joe?
e Hoffman: 33.
Andrews: 33?
Lash: I think this is kind of a, this is more of a two fold item in the
fact that Mr. Malinowski brought it to our attention but then Mark gave it
his attention and I think from his, looking at his opinion, it isn't
something that would suit our needs in that particular area and then the
nther half, I mean although I agree that you don't like to set a precedent
on these kinds of things and I also agree that maybe instead of being so
specific we should just sort of in the plan say in a certain area, you know
near Lake St. Joe we're looking for park property or something instead of
designating. If I looked at a map and on top of my house I saw that the
city had stamped it park/open space, it would make me real nervous that
something was going on that I didn't know about so I think this is kind of
two fold. I wasn't aware of the fact that there was a home there and I
can't imagine that we'd ever go in and bulldoze down somebody's house and
condemn their property and take it for a natural park. That just doesn't
even make sense so you know Mark is recommending it's not, it doesn't fill
our needs out there. There's a home there. It's creating anxiety for the
property owner and you put it altogether and I guess I just think we need
to reword or redesignate our site and maybe just put it in, like Jim said,
in the verbage that in the Lake St. Joe area and then any time something
comes, a large scale development or something in that area, we'd be able
to. Can we do that or not? Do we have to pick a specific site?
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Hoffman: Again, we can put in the verbage put then the map or the diagram
is just put in there as an aid. If the comprehensive plan was all words,
it's fairly dry so...show the intent.
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Lash: Or are you going to be specific, as specific as Mark was in saying ~
that the northwest area or the southern area didn't he, would be the two
prime? I can't remember where he had that now.
Mady: I think you've missed the point though. Lake St. Joe area was put
in the map as a possible open space area by the Park Commission long before
I was here, back when they were very natural area oriented. The reason was
Lake St. Joe was a very natural type of setting, especially the back side
of it. This area is no different than what we're trying to do, like
putting in the comp plan that we'd like to gain all the property around
Lake Ann. There's absolutely no difference between this and that. And we
all know that with Prince living there, it's probably going to be, that
might be a pipe dream but it's still nice to leave it in the plan, in the
comp plan as a potential so it's always there. So we always know about
it. Whether it happens or not in 20 years, we won't know that but at leAst
we h2v8 designated the areas as natural areas that should be looked at and
reviewed and this is an area that should be looked at and reviewed.
There's no one saying we're going to bulldoze the house and buy the
property but it's still, an opportunity comes in that we should be aware of
it and future commissions should be aware of it and future staff should be
aware of it because as we've seen, commission changes from year to year.
Staff changes and we're not going to be here maybe 10 years from now to
remember that maybe that was the way it should have been.
Lash: So you're saying that you think our goal would be to someday
eventually acquire all of the property. I mean all of this area that's )
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sh0wn around here on the map? ~
Mady: I don't know if it's a goal. I think it's just something that we
should, it's been designated as something we should be looking at if an
opportunity presents itself. That's all it is. I guess I'm on the nature
that we haven't done anything at this point in time. Taken no steps to
doing anything and until the owner or a developer comes in and does
somet.hing, we're not going to be taking steps on it because we just simply
don't do it that way.
Hoffman: We have somebody here that would like to give us an insight on
that issue.
Terry Forbord: I think I can answer a lot of your questions or at least
give you some insight. Hy name is Terry Forbord. I'm Vice President of
Lundgren Bros. and this is kind ofa hasty appearance for me because I just
found out you were meeting today when I met with Hr. Koegler. We own about
100 acres of land around Lake St. Joe, or we have the option to secure the
property for 3 years. We have met informally with city staff oh, probably
2-3 times about properties that we do control in the area. We began the
assembly of some of these parcels about 2 years ago. We tend to try to
work as quietly as possible for a number of reasons but for those of you
who are familiar with the area, this is really one of the toughest areas
that I've ever, ever tried to assemble land because from a land use
standpoint, there's really a mish mash of development and small, really
oddly configured parcels and physical constraints that are very difficult.
to work with from purely just a planning perspective. By physical
constraints I mean topography, wetlands. Now our company, maybe we're
masticistic but we tend to look for sites like that. The workload is twice
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8S much, sometimes 3 or 4 times as much because of all the governmental
agencies you need to work with but we find that it's a successful formula
for us in l~hat we try to do so we look for sites like that. The problem in
this area with trying to make all this work from a master planning
standpoint, is the economics. Because there are so many small little
parcels and structures on them, the economics become almost impossible from
a development standpoint. Remember structures are a liability when it
comes to land development from an economic standpoint. Raw land is much
more easy to deal with but when somebody's home in on there, they have a
value in that home whether it be emotional or physical or whatever and so
l~hen you try to master plan an area, 100, 200 acres or whatever, obviously
we're trying to make it make economic sense first to determine if it's even
workable. Then try to work with the city to meet the city's goals and
ob.iectives as well. Now I've been following the Comp Plan process. It's
beE-n und~rway off and on for 3 years, or even longer than that I guess but
we've been following it and watching and in the last year it's really
stsp~ed up and I've been in contact with the consultants and city staff and
to let them know informally because we haven't made a formal application.
But informally that we will be making a formal application for this area
for part of it in the very, very near future. But because it's a shoreland
district and there are certain guidelines that one has to operate in that,
it affects property within 1,000 feet of an environmental lake which Lake
St. Joe is and we're totally cognizant of the fact that the consultant and
the City would like to see some type of park, active in that area. What
I'd ask you to do tonight, being that all of this is kind of in the process
a~d it has been in the process for some time. We haven't completed the
land ossembly. We're attempting to and we don't know if we will be able
to. As I said, because of the configuration of the parcels and the value
that some of the parcels have affixed to them from a sale standpoint, it
reall~ makes it. When you add all these things together and you figure can
I subdivide and can anybody even afford to buy the lots because the raw
land price was so high, and that's what we're working on now. If a
particular parcel or a certain acreage was designated well this is where
the park's going to be, that could skew the master planning for that whole
2reh. What we're trying to do, like I say, is master plan the entire area
which is a benefit to the City. Benefit to the County. Benefit for what
you're attempting to do and it's certainly ~ benefit for the people who end
UP living there and building their homes there. So if we could just kind
of. we know there needs to be a park there. We won't know where it best
works until we're done doing what needs to be done there. And hopefully
that sheds a little bit of light on what you're trying to do. The way we
envision it. I've walked every inch of the land there so I'm real familiar
with it. The physical constraints there with the wetland areas is a real
sensitive area and it needs to be dealt with accordingly. I guess what we
envision ideally, and unfortunately it never works out that way but ideally
where you could have a passive and an active area somewhat hopefully
contiguous with one another so maybe you have some of your active areas
over here or maybe you have some soccer fields or whatever and then you
have some nature trails that you could walk off into. Now that's ideal and
811 of that obviously is dictated by how you're able to put the correct
parcels together. So maybe that will give you a little insight of what's
occurrinq in the area. There will be some type of park in the area and
where ex~ctly it ends up, we don't know yet. But hopefully within the next
6 months I'll have a much, much clearer idea of what's occuring. We
probably will be submitting a conceptual plat to staff for at least part of
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th~ area oh I would imagine for sure within the next 3 months or so but w~
hove the property on the south side and some property on the north side. ..,
So there's about 100 acres total.
Hoffman: Could you expand just a little bit, or explain to us on the south
side of the area?
Terry Forbord: Well it used to be referred to as the Bollie property for
those of you who are familiar with the city. If you look at your map. all
of the land that's on the very south side of Lake St. Joe, all the way down
to TH 5 and part of that land is in the city of Victoria.
Schroers: It's a low area in the corner there right?
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In the northwest corner of the property, I can't remember
Mrs. Brickley told me the name of that lake. It escapes
5chroers: No, right down by TH 5.
Terry Forbord: Oh, correct. That's correct. Right down by TH 5 there is
a wetJanc: area that goes northwest over towards Lake, is it Wasserman?
Ovar in Victoria, is that the name of it?
Hoffman: Not this particular one.
Schroers: No, that would be Steiger but there's another little lake back~'
behind St. Joe called Tamarack and it would be going up to the farm.
Towards T think that was.
Terry Forbord: Mr. Thomas' farm. It goes all the way up towards Mr. .
Thomas' farm. That little lake behind it. Some people call it the Swiss
Mountain Farm on 13 there.
Schrocrs: Yeah.
Terry Forbord: Yeah, that wetland you're correct, it does go northwesterly
all the way up to that lake. I guess is that Tamarack?
Schroers: Tamarack. The railr~ad tracks run along the side of it.
Terry Forbord: But it's just a very, very special area and we've spent a
lot of time.
Schroers: How much of that property are you looking at now? From TH 5,
how far west do you go?
Terry Forbord: To the city limits.
Schroe~s: Isn't that Victoria right there?
Terry Forbord: That's correct. To the city limits.
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Schroeis: Yeah.
Lash: But TH 5 is below that. Is that what you're thinking Lairy?
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Schroeis: Well there's quite a bit of agricultural land up in there isn't
there?
T~rry FOiboid: In which part?
Schroers: It would be in the south part from TH 5.
Hoffman: This area contains agricultural, wooded and lowland wetlands.
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Terry Forboid: Yeah. It's a real mix of different vegetation types.
Theie's a lot of Aimy Corps, DNR regulated wetlands in there. That's
ablJncsnt with it. And I've already met with both agencies or we deal with
thsm ~ll the time anyway so they know us real well but, they're all aw~re
of what we're doing. But like I say, the only reason I wanted to get UP
and just let you know, because I could tell it was a concern for you and it
s~~u]d be. I mean that's what your charge i~ and it's certainly a concern
to us because we want to make any neighborhood, community that we create we
want the people who live there to be able to have access to all the things
thRt anybody that lives in the city should and that area is in need of some
t;'08 of Biea because they have to go UP to Minnewashta Shores I believe now
is thp closest paik. The difficulty with this is trying to make it work
ecor.omically because the land value that the people have set on their
prooerties in that area, and 1 don't know if any of you have looked, is
just phenomenal. It almost is to the point where that even if on~ was able
to subdivide, even if we are able to pull this off and who knows. Maybe we
won't be able to, that who'd be able to buy homes in there? I mean the
lots may end up being $75,000.00-$80,000.00 lots and that certainly isn't
t.he real world for everybody. What we're trying to do is make some sense
out of it. so that's where, we're fully cognizant of the fact that a park is
g~idcd to be in that area.
L~sh: Can you provide Todd with a map or a little more defined area of the
property that you are working with?
Terry Forbord: ...going to develop within 12 months. The earliest we'd be
in theie on the first phase would be probably the spring of 1991.
Hoffman: 1992.
Terry FOibord: My, it's going by awfully fast isn't it? But and that
would be for, or we tend to do small phases. We don't just go in and blow
everything. We're not like that so.
La~h: There's no sewer and water out there is there?
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TeriY Forbord: There is sewer and water in Minnewashta Parkway. And there
is enough capacity, the preliminary estimates and until you actually get
into the hard, hard, hard work, the technical detail, the preliminary
estimates are there's plenty of capacity there to service the area but I
mean J ~ay be speaking a little too soon to guarantee that.
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Lash: Do you have any idea on how many homes you're thinking of?
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Terry Forbord: No.
Lash: Or is this hard0to say?
Terry Forbord: We tend to be a very low density builder. We're probably
the least dense developer in the city. At least that's what they tell us.
Pemrick: What would the approximate size of the lot be?
Terry Forbord: That's too early to say. It's real tough. The Shoreland
District has certain requirements and the City's adopted the DNR regs for
that area. The DNR regulations but the ONR's in the process of changing
that because it was, what happens a lot of times is they pass regulations
and they find out the regulations don't work so they end up taking a look
at. it again and that's what they're doing now. It's too early to say.
Mady: Are you looking at any property north of King's Road? You don't
have to tell me if you're not, if you're in the middle of something I can
understand your situation but.
Terry Forbord: We do own property, we have an optJon on property north
of King's Road.
Mady: I just wanted to get a feel for how far north we're looking.
Terry Forbord: Yeah it goes, like I say, I think there's 40 acres north
King's Road and there's 67 acres south and around Lake St. Joe.
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Schroers: From what we've looked at before as a commission, the area north
of King's Road would probably lend itself better as an active park area.
Tetry Forbord: From a physical standpoint, I mean a site standpoint,
that's correct. From an economic standpoint, I don't know if it does and
so what we're trying, and we're cognizant of that. What we're trying to
figure out is how do we deliver to the City and the future neighborhood
that will exist there and the residents that live there, how do we deliver
to them what they need and still make it affordable. That's always the
biggest challenge on our park. I mean how do you do it? When you're
payi ng, I mean ,if the people realize what the raw land pr ices were, I mean
it's impossible to just give land away for parks. It just doesn't work.
No matter would it be Lundgren Bros. or anybody else. They'd walk away
just because the numbers don't work so we're trying to figure out a way and.
we're not quite there yet, to try to make this all work. But we've done it
before. Hopefully it will work.
Hoffman: The commission did take a look at.that piece north of King's Road
so they are aware.of it...
Mady: Yeah, and the price.
Schroers: From our point of view what you're telling us tonight, or what~.
I'm reading into it anyway, is that now there is at least a glimmer of hope
of acquiring some parkland in that area. You know we know that there is a
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large chunk proposed to be developed and we should be able to get some
parkland. Before tonight the way it was looking, there were so many
smaller parcels owners that wanted to subdivide and these properties just
did not, according to the' formula that we used to acquire parkland, we just
wouldn't be able to get enough parkland to accommodate our needs out there
so it's definitely some encouragement and we hope that you find a way to
make it work.
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Terry Forbord: There are two things that, we're basically, what we're
going to be doing as a city, we want to provide that too. I mean it helps
us. I mean the parks, we don't look at them as a negative. The key
driving force though is the economics. I mean if the numbers don't work,
it doesn't work for you or us or the future people that live there so what
we're going to be trying to do, there's a couple sites that it would be
ideal for. If you're familiar with the topography in the area, one of the
things that's sensitive about this area, you don't want to just go in and
pick any site and then just grade it flat like a pancake because then
you're wrecking the land and the land's beautiful just the way it is. You
try to leave it as much as possible just the way it is but there is a
couple specific sites where a 3 acre play area would work just perfectly.
Just perfectly and then there's some passive area adjacent to it that would
accommodate what you were talking about Jim, the type of trails where one
can just walk through and enjoy it the way it is. Our studies, we find
that there's more people that prefer that than people would realize. A lot
of people just like parks, just the raw land the way it is so what we're
going to be doing is bringing something forward to the city and to you
folks and trying to get your help in helping us solve this problem as well
because we're trying to deliver what the city needs at the same time. So
if you could just bear with us here for the next few months and just
realize that there will be a park. That we're trying to figure the best
place to put it and we're trying to accommodate all those needs. We just
don't have our homework all done yet. Thank you.
Schroers: Thank you for your information. Okay, we need to get back to
Mr. Malinowski here. On his property and from what Todd said, that this is
going to have to come back to us again in the future at the time of
development, I don't really see that we're gaining anything at this point
in time to designate it 8S the park and open space or single family because
we're going to have to address the whole issue again.
Andrews: I guess I feel that "the appropriate thing to do would be to defer
any action whatsoever until Lundgren Bros. has a chance to be successful or
unsuccessful in their whole planning. This present parkland may be
totally, could be totally released if Lundgren were to pro~ide us with what
we needed but their plan could still totally collapse if the economics
aren't there and I would hate to take an action based on a possible outcome
rather than. and I'd prefer to wait on something that was definite.
Mady: Todd. we obviously have a lot of work to do on the Comp Plan so this
maybe is more appropriately dealt with in a final form with the whole comp
plan instead of doing it on a hodge podge style. This little site now and
then do the rest of it later.
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Mark Malinowski: My concern initially when I called the city because I
read in the paper, there was need for parkland west of Lake Minnewashta.
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I looked at myself and said, my land sits right in there. I wonder what'~
on their mind and I called and I asked if there was any parklands anywher~
I was told no. They really didn't have much. They might like to buy some
land around Lake St. Joe but that's no big deal to them. Then I came into
the planning meeting and looked at the land use plan and my God, I see ell
of my land is in green. I said what does that mean? Mark Koegler who sat
over there at the time, well he explained that means parks and open space.
That's when my concern became real. What I would like to see I guess is
with the new comprehensive land use plan comes out, that my property be
shown like it is which is single family residential. The rest of the
property around the lake, in the colored portion of the map, it shows it to
be like blue trees or whatever, around the perimeter of the lake. Then
where the actual lot is where the house would sit, would be yellow. That's
where I have a concern. Something like this could affect the property
value. Very real concern. My personal intention is I love open space. My
intention, I don't have any plans right now other than to live comfortably
on that property just as it is. I might want to add on to my house or
maybe build a new house there but my intention is not to cut down all the
timber or bulldoze the land flat. I have a real love for open space and
that's why I bought that property.
Schroers: You don't have plans to develop it at some point in time?
Mark Malinowski: No. I don't have any plans like that. I can't say
they're not going to change at some point. I'm very happy in Chanhassen
and I'm not a developer. I came from a farm background and when I looked
around at the city and all the small lots, I finally found a place where :el
really and truly could live in and that's what the 6 1/2 acres around Lake
St. Joe, I'm very comfortable there. I might want to add one thing. Have
any of walked down by Lake St. 30e? What you're going to do if you put a
trail through there, you're going to move that wildlife right out of that
area. Right now there is deer around. I have deer tracks in my yard.
There are green herons that rest on my pier. There's a wonderful natural
area. If you put a trail through that marshland, you're going to move that
wildlife right. I 'guess I have no other comments other than that.
Mady: I guess no one else has maybe been through it but I'll disagree with
you a little bit there. If your comment were true then the DNR would have
a real problem. Nature trails do impact a nature area. Obviously they do
that but they don't become super highways in any stretch of the
imagination. Those deer are going to be there until something drastically
happens to the deer population in the whole state or until Victoria
develops to the extent of what is now an Edina. You're still going to have
a large deer population there.
Schroers: I work for Hennepin Parks and we have an extensive trail system.
It's very common to see a deer on the trail. There are times when the
geese and other wildlife on the trail are almost a hazard to the people
that are using the trail so it's hard to say that it's going to displace
the wildlife if you build a proper nature trail.
Mark Malinowski: I agree the deer can live anywhere. Deer is easily ~
adaptable. There's no more loons on Lake St. 30e and if you talk to Mr. ,.,
Bollie, there used to be. The wildlife's moving out...and I'm sure that
everybody.. .no more green herons. Rest assured. I really don't have a
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problem with a trail. That's not a problem. That's what I'm saying
because... All I'm saying is I would prefer to see my property as it
really is, it's single family residential shown on the comprehensive plan.
Lash: I think the information we got tonight sheds some new light on this
whole thing and if we've got all the area around Lake St. Joe designated as
park property, the way I understand it, if anything happens there. Anyone
comes in and chooses to develop it, at that point in time we have the
option to buy it. Is that right? No?
Hoffman: No. We would just.
Lash: I thought we had first crack at it but if we couldn't afford it,
then they could do it.
Schroers: That was just on that one particular parcel that was for sale at
that time. That 8. whatever acres. The people wanted to give us first
option on purchase of that particular property and to be perfectly honest,
I don't remember exactly what happened with that. I think we just decided
that we couldn't afford to outright purchase that property. But it wasn't
all the way around Lake St. Joe. I think that that would be just part of
the normal dedication process like anything else.
Lash: I mean anything on the comprehensive plan. I'm sure that Lori tried
to explain to me one time when something is designated, it gives us first
dibs at it doesn't it?
Hoffman: No. It's designated an area, we'd have to be heads up enough to
catch wind that the area is for sale for a developer to come in here and
develop it and take a look at outright acquisition as well. Of if a large
development were to take place in this area, we would just have the right
to require as much land as we can by city code under that current ordinance
.. .Klingelhutz addition and then after that we would have to look at
outright purchase of the land for the value. That type of thing. If it's
designated and the Commission and the Council feels strongly enough that
land was up for development and we wanted it as parkland and we weren't
willing to purchase it, we wouldn't have any specific right to it. We'd
have to go through condemnation proceedings. It really doesn't give us any
special, what it is is it's a planning tool and as eluded to earlier... use
that comprehensive plan in planning for future parks and open spaces in the
city.
Schroers: It just says that that's a potential place for a park but it's
not designated as park property.
Andrews: I think we need to make a motion to go one way or the other here
although I don't have that motion.
Schroers: I think that what we should do is vote on the recommendation as
stated here by staff and if that passes, so be it and if it doesn't pass,
then we're going to have to, we'll make a different recommendation.
Robinson: Yeah, by staff it's Mark's recommendation and I just wanted to
say, based on what I heard here tonight and the respect I have for Mark's
recommendation, I would support Mark's recommendation.
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Schroers: I do too. I don't think that Mark has shown us anything in the~
past that would make me want to question his judgment. He's been very ..,
thorough.
Lash: So is that a motion Curt?
Robinson: Sure. I'll recommend that the Malinowski property be designated
as single family residential rather than park/open space and that the
remainder of Lake St. Joe area now shown as park/open space remain as park/
open space.
Erhart: I'll second that.
Robinson moved, Erhart seconded that the Park and Recreation Commission
recommend that the Malinowski property be designated as single family
residential rather than park/open space and the remainder of the Lake
St. Joe area remain as park/open space on the Comprehensive Plan. All
voted in favor except 3im Mady and 3im Andrews who opposed and the motion
carried with a vote of 5 to 2.
Hoffman: Larry, Richard Wing is in the audience. He's a resident of this
area. He just happens to also be a person running for Council who has one
comment to make on the Lake St. Joe area.
Richard Wing: I was just really here to learn tonight but being a resident
of Lake Minnewashta for a quarter of a century and being real familiar with
this area, I really appreciated your comments about why do parks always ~l
have to be active. I think my use of them probably is more the nature pa~
or the passive parks. I was sitting listening to this this evening and my
heart kind of stopped because I use that area so much, whether it's cross
country skiing or it's biking or it's jogging. Whatever the case was and
in our home we have a large picture in our den with our family on our bikes
with Lake St. Joe in the background with a sunset. I just would urge you,
as you look at this particular parcel, when you think of Lake St. Joe,
think of the boundary waters or think of Christmas Lake. I guess all I
really intended to say standing here is that that's a real jewel. That is
just a one time jewel. It's a deep lake. Very heavily, it's not the type
of lake you walk around. The topography of the land is low and it's very
weedy and so on and so forth and I've been around it. It's certainly not
accessible to the public but I just want to leave that one word with you.
If your future thoughts, that's really a jewel.
Schroers: Thank you.
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PROPOSAL:
Preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 60 acres into 4 lots and vacate public
right-of-way, street and utility easements.
LOCATION:
South of Highway 5 and east of Dell Road on Lake Drive East (see location map).
APPLICANT:
SunLink Corporation
1100 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30309-4599
PRESENT ZONING:
lOP, Industrial Office Park
ADJACENT ZONING
AND LAND USE:
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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN:
See attached memo to Sharmin AI-Jaff dated September 22, 1992
COMPREHENSIVE TRAIL PLAN: See attached memo to Sharmin AI-Jaff dated December 22, 1992
Park and Recreation Commission
January 26, 1993
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It is recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission recommend the City Council accept full
park and trail dedication fees as a condition of approval of SunLink Addition. These fees are to be
assessed at the rate in force upon building permit application. Current park and trail fees for
commercial/industrial development are $2,500 per acre and $833.00 per acre, respectively.
Note: The Planning Commission was scheduled to review this application on January 20, 1993. At the
applicant's request, this item has been rescheduled for Planning Commission review on February
3, 1993.
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
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Sharmin AI-Jaff, Planner I _~I
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator /'IV
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DATE:
December 22, 1992
SUBJ:
Sun Link Addition
The preliminary plat to subdivide approximately 60 acres into the Sun Link Addition will be
reviewed by the Park and Recreation Commission on January 26, 1993. However, to
accommodate your review schedule, I am forwarding the following comments in regard to parks,
trails, and recreation.
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Parks: This site is on the fringe of the park service areas for South Lotus Lake Park and Rice
Marsh Lake Park. Although much of the site is park deficient, the desirability of pursuing
acquisition of a park as a part of this subdivision is not great It should be noted, however, that
the city maintained and scheduled two ballfields on the DataServ property, now Lot 2, Block 2,
for a period of years. If during the development of Lot 2this use could be retained, it would be
of benefit to the city's park and recreation system. If the preservation of one or both of these
ballfields was realized, an appropriate reduction in park fees would be credited. If not, Lot 2,
Block 2 and Lots 1 and 2, Block 1, would be subject to full park fees at the rate in force upon
building permit application. Currently the park fee for commercial/industrial development is
$2,500 per acre.
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Trails: Concrete sidewalks currently exist along the side Drive East and on the
west side of the north half of the segment of Dell Road located in Chanhassen south of Highway
5. An easement for trail purposes shall be obtained along the easterly border of Lot 2, Block 2
of sufficient width to allow continuation of this pedestrian route to the south, allowing for
connection to the Eden Prairie trail system. This trail segment would most likely be completed
with the construction of the Chanhassen segment of Dell Road and represents an important inter-
community connection. It will also provide direct access from the large residential area being
developed south of this site to the proposed park and ride facility at the comer of TH 5 and Dell
Road. All vacant lots in the SunLink Addition will be subject to trail fees at the rate in force
upon building permit application. Currently the trail fee for commercial/industrial development
is $833.00 per acre.
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PRINCIPALS
9001 E. Bloomington Freeway
Bloomington, MN 55420
(612) 881-2455
FAX 612/888-9526
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EDWARD H SUNDE, RL S, PRESIDENT
JOHN K BARNES, R.L.S.. SR VICE PRES.
MARK S HANSON, R.L S, SR. VICE PRES
SCOTT J. SOUKUP, RL.S.. VICE PRES
December 8, 1992
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
LAND SURVEYING
LAND TITLE SURVEYS
CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING
CIVIL ENGINEERING
CITY OF CHANHASSEN
690 Coulter Drive
P.O. Box 147
Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317
Attention: Ms. Sbannin AI-Iaff,
Planner I
Re: 81-122-0 (plat of SUNLINK ADDmON - Chanhassen, Mo.)
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Lake Dr. E. (60 ft. RIW)
Dell Rd. (16.5 ft. RIW)
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Please give me a call at any time if you need any additional information.
Yours truly,
LAND SURVEYING, INC.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Park and Recreation Commission ,,{ / /
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director ~
FROM:
DATE:
January 15, 1993
SUBJ:
Chanhassen Entertainment Complex
As the corrumSSlOn is aware, the concept ofa "entertainment complex" being developed,
promoted, and eventually constructed in downtown Chanhassen is underway. This concept is
being explored as another step in the overall reconstruction of downtown Chanhassen being
administered by the Chanhassen Housing and Redevelopment Authority (HRA). The HRA has
hired Mr. Kevin Strong of M.A. Mortenson Company as the construction executive for this
proposed project. In addition, after interviewing four architectural firms, the HRA selected
Hammel, Green and Abrahamson (HGA) to work on this concept. The retainage of HGA took
place in late December. Since that time, staff has met twice with representatives of HGA. The
initial meeting was held on-site with Mr. Herb Bloomberg and City Manager Ashworth leading
the group on a tour of the proposed site. Bloomberg Companies will most likely act as a private
partner to some degree in this redevelopment project Very preliminary drawings of what this
"complex" could be will be displayed at the upcoming commission meeting. Todd Gerhardt, the
Assistant Executive Director of the HRA is arranging for HGA to make a presentation to the
commission at one of your upcoming meetings. Once the planning process takes on a full life,
this item will be a regular agenda item for at least twelve months. The components of the
complex may in<;ludeaconferenceamlmeetingcenter,.a. recreation center,. retail space, a
restaurant, possible.expansion of the Country Suites Hotel, relocation of the Chanhassen Dinner
Theatre's scene shop, a Cinema, changes in the bowling centerlFilly's operation, and a facelift
to the bowling center building. Even though the HRA, in conjunction with the City Council, will
be the governing bodies in this process, both the Park and Recreation Commission and Planning
Commission become intimately involved in the process.
I believe you too will find that this is an exciting opportunity for the future of Chanhassen.
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN. MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Park and Recreation Commission
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director ~
FROM:
DATE:
January 15, 1993
SUBJ:
1993 Park and Recreation Goals
Individual Park and Recreation Department staff goals were developed during the month of
December and cumulatively represent the goals of the Park and Recreation Department.
Ultimately, these goals must parallel and fulfill desires of the Park and Recreation Commission.
As such, prior to completing a one-half day goals retreat with the Mayor and City Council on
Saturday, February 6, I am submitting said goals to the commission for your review. Any
amendments, deletions, or additions should be made at the forthcoming Park and Recreation
Commission meeting, allowing them to Qe documented prior to our meeting with Council.
Again, it should be made clear that the commission is in control of the development of the city's
park and recreational systems. Any shortcomings or differences of opinion should be noted
during this discussion.
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CITY OF
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(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
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Don Ashworth, City Manager
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FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
DATE:
December 22, 1992
SUBJ:
Goals
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Please find attached the following documents pertaining to the three respective positions in the
Park and Recreation Department:
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Program Specialist/Senior Coordinator:
- Goals
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2. Recreation Supervisor:
- Evaluation of 1992 Goals
- 1993 Goals
3. Park and Recreation Coordinator:
- Evaluation of 1992 Goals
- 1993 Goals
Cumulatively, these documents represent the dq>artnlenr~accomplishments for 1992 and our
goals for the coming , <'d','
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN. MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
FROM:
Dawn Lemme, Program Specialist \) ~ .
December 21, 1992
DATE:
SUBJ:
1993 Goals
Attached please fmd my 1993 list of Goals and ()bjectives. This list is pretty specific and covers
all of my direct job responsibilities including senior citizen programming, youth and adult
programming, newsletter and public relations, as well as registration, computer, and staff
training.
I am looking forward to working on achieving these goals throughout the next year.
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1993 GOALS
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1. Increase the number of self-supporting programs offered each quarter (arts and crafts,
kid's exercise, cooking).
2. Develop an organized photo fIle of both parks and recreation programs.
3. Continue to work with the computer so the program registration system reaches its full
potential in accuracy and efficiency.
4. Begin training with the computer's WordPerfect and Windows programs.
5. Increase cooperative efforts and support from various local community and civic
organizations in regards to senior center activities and special events.
6. Coordinate and plan a free summer concert series, enlisting community groups or major
industries as co-sponsors.
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Work with District 112 to acquire more space for programming. Also continue to work
with Community Education to provide special interest classes for seniors in the
Chanhassen Senior Center.
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8. Pursue through the area colleges one intern per year as well as offer several fieldwork
opportunities for park and recreation' majors.
9. Help to develop and supervise a Senior Answer Line Service out of the Chanhassen
Senior Center. Work with greeters to coordinate a Frail Elderly Phone Service as well.
10. Get involved with MRPA through committee work or volunteer opportunities.
11. Coordinate and supervise operations at the new Lake Ann Park Shelter concession stand
and equipment rental outpost.
12. Initiate and offer a more extended playground program, possibly increasing the number
of days per week as well as number of hours.
13. Work with local newspaper to continue the weekly park and recreation column, and
increase the number of feature articles.
14. Develop some type of mid-summer motivational activity for seasonal staff to include both
Recreational staff and Park Maintenance staff.
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Continue to coordinate the production of a quarterly city newsletter, developing an easily
readable, yet interesting format.
16. Coordinate with fellow Park and Recreation staff as well as with City staff in the running
of major special events. Provide assistance when needed in other program areas.
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appreciation package to encourage people to work here.
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
( (612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
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DATE:
December 10, 1992
SUBJ:
Evaluation of 1992 Goals
Goal: Work with Community Education 1124n developing and implementing the Building
Monitor positions that will be in place l>Y January 1 in all district facilities.
The Building Monitor scenario is still on-going. A letter of understanding that will allow
volunteers from Chanhassen Park and Recreation and the Chanhassen Athletic Association
to monitor their sponsored programs has not been implemented yet The letter of
understanding will be reviewed soon by the District 112 School Board. After the
approval of this letter, monitors will be in place at no expense.
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Goal: Continue to build a strong w9Tking relationship With the District 112 Facility Scheduler,
minimizing conflict datest,nth district and recreational programs.
This goal is going well with no conflicts to date.
Goal: To work with and maintain a positive relationship with all the staff at Chanhassen
that may arise.
I visit the Elementary School often enough to keep on top of
Problems are reviewed arid rectified.
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Goal: Work with the Senior Center Coordinator in developing quality programming for
Chanhassen 's senior population.
Since hiring a couple of Senior Center Coordinators, the programming is being covered.
However, I help out any way I can.
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Goal: To create a positive working experience for the Program Specialist by providing a wide
variety of tasks which will include the areas of: special 'events, sports, playground
activities, and children and adult programs.
All of these areas have grown and improved in working closely with the Program
Specialist. Working closely as a team, our programs will grow, evolve, and be well
respected.
Goal: Improve seasonal staffs job knowledge by offering extended training in job specifics.
Extended training consisted of handouts, meetings, and on the job training.
Goal: Create a better understanding with the gate attendants of the importance of checking and
inspecting incoming/outgoing boats for Eurasian Water Milfoil at the South Lotus Lake
Boat access.
Information and literature were presented to the gate attendants during training. However,
I believe there are additional ways to present knowledge, which I will have during next
year's meeting.
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Goal: To create and design a new Summer Discovery Playground Program by utilizing existing
and additional staff, extending program length from 6 weeks to 8 weeks, and by offering
new and exciting Wing Dings and Super Event programs.
The Summer Discovery Playground Program combined times so both age groups could
be dropped off at the same time. The program did expand to eight weeks which was
appreciated by a lot of parents and the Wing Dings and Super Events expanded as well
from six to eight Wing Dings and Super Events.
Goal: To increase volunteer involvement from Chanhassen residents and civic groups for
Chanhassen's annual Fourth of July Celebration.
Volunteer involvement did increase with these civic groups assisting: Chanhassen Rotary,
members from St Hubert's, the Chanhassen Jaycees, and other Chanhassen residents.
Goal: Add new features to the 4th of July Celebration.
New features added: Dunk tank, carnival games, family games, additional music in the
park.
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Goal: Implement a new registration procedure by eliminating the current "envelope system" and
replacing it with some type of computer software.
Mr. Todd Hoffman
December 10, 1992
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Computerized registration using the City Control System started slowing during the
summer with a few classes having program codes. Starting in the fall, all the programs
have program codes and registration is completely computerized.
Goal: Coordinate and allow Chanhassen residents to register over the phone and by fax for
recreational and social programs offered by the Parks and Recreation Department
This goal has not been realized, but the investigation to make this possible will continue.
Goal: To work with Don Schwartz, Umpire Coordinator, in scheduling the summer softball
officials.
Goal achieved with Don Schwartz coordinating the softball officials.
Goal: To provide the Chanhassen softball teams with pertinent league information in a timely
fashion.
Updated weekly standings were mailed to every team manager as well as tournament and
other league information.
Goal: Establish a special fee that will be paid by each team at the beginning of the season. H
for some reason a team forfeits games, has eligibility problems, or conduct problems, a
portion of the fee will be lost. The lost fee must be made up before the team's next
scheduled game.
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Every softball team submitted a $100 check that was not cashed unless there were
problems. I did not have to cash one check because of a problem and they were all
returned.
Goal: Increase the use of the after-hours phone line during the softball season.
Many positive comments were received on the phone line. It was used to update teams
on rainouts, game information, and league information. Since adding the phone line, staff
time has freed up significantly not having to answer softball phone calls.
Goal: To assist the MRPA in hosting a state or regional softball tournament
Hosted the 1992 Boys Senior State Tournament, July 18-19.
Goal: Increase involvement in the MRP A by volunteering at some special event
Hosted the 1992 Boys Senior State Tournament.
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Goal: Implement "Rookie League" Baseball Clinic again this summer.
Camp started June 8 with 12 sessions on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays.
Goal: Continue to pursue the "Teen Nights Out" in cooperation with the Chaska Parks and
Recreation Department and District 112 Community Education. A total of 3 or 4 will be
offered during 1992.
A total of three Teen Nights Out will be offered during the 1992/93 school year: October
23 and December 11, 1992, and January 22, 1993.
Goal: To oversee seasonal staff and execute/operate the concession stand at the Lake Ann Picnic
Shelter.
Completion of the picnic shelter was not timely enough for the concessions to operate.
Goal: Obtain information regarding a master's degree from various universities in the Twin
Cities metro area.
At this point I have looked briefly at master's programs, but I have not made any definite
plans.
1993 GOALS
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1. Increase 4th of July busipess donations to $4,000.
2. Develop a time table or guideline for the events involved with the 4th of July celebration.
3. Add new features to the 4th of July celebration.
4. Continue to work with Community Education 112 in developing the building monitor
positions for the district facilities.
5. To develop a comprehensive schedule for building monitors using district facilities.
6. Process all of the district facility request applications for the 1993/94 school year no later
than June 1st.
7. Continue to have a nice working relationship with all District 112 staff.
8. To assist the senior center coordination any way I can.
9. Continue to work with the Program Specialist in providing a wide variety of recreational
opportunities for the residents of Chanhassen.
10. Work with seasonal staff in developing a strong working knowledge of their duties and
responsibilities.
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11. To develop and implement a volunteer network to assist in recreational activities and
special events.
12. Continue to work with the Program Specialist in creating and improving our computer
registration procedures.
13. Publish weekly softball standings in the Chanhassen Villager and Chaska Herald.
14. Continue to use the Leisure Line for adult athletics and recreational programs.
15. Develop an outline comparing the available facilities to the number of softball teams.
16. Create a Softball Advisory Board to assist and obtain feedback regarding the adult
leagues.
17. Continue to look at eligibility problems in adult athletics by requiring all players to either
have a photocopy of their drivers license, or some other form of identification proving
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Add the picnic reservations and Chanhassen's facilities to the existing City Control
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Continue to be involved with MRP A.
Continue to offer tien programming such as the "Teen Night Out", providing 3 dances
next year, and the Friday Night Ski Trips, offering two to three trips.
To oversee seasonal staff, and execute/operate the concession stand, and boat rental at the
Lake Ann Picnic Shelter.
Develop a tennis program/1eague for the adult residents of Chanhassen.
Continue to assist the Chanhassen Athletic Association as I have in the past.
Set 1994 picnic fees in December of 1993.
CITY OF
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
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MEMORANDUM
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Don Ashworth, City Manager
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Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
DATE:
December 3, 1992
SUBJ:
Progress Report 1992 Goals; 1993 Goals
In reflecting on my work efforts of 1992, memories of achievement and victory are tempered by
frustrations, i.e. progress of Lake Ann Park shelter and utilities and Herman Field "park grading
contract. I do not fmd this disheartening, however, as I continue to face problems or roadblocks
head on, always looking for a solution rather man becoming bogged down. As a speaker at our
annual Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association State Conference stated, "Employment is a e
behavior rental agreement." I hope my actions as a City employee parallel this.
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The following comments are a summary of the action oI-inaction on each of twenty-four specific
goals I identified for 1992. A listing my specific goals wllich are identifiable at present for 1993
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Pro2Tess Report. 1992 Goals
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1. Goal: Investigate and make a recommendation in the area of providing illumination and
portable warming houses for the city's neigbborhoodskating rinks.
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As a part of the development of the 1992 Capital Improvement Program, the Park
and Recreation Commissiondeleted any funding allocations in this area.
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Goal: Continue to perform preparatory w,Ork items related to the future development of
Bandimere Community Park. ~ '.
The Park and Recreation Commission concluded that prior to moving forward with
any plans for development at Bandimere Community Park, a consensus of what the
community's position was on this subject should be reached. The "Bandimere"
question was the basis for a park needs survey distributed in July with 59% of
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respondents stating they would oppose a park improvement bond totalling $800,000
to develop the park. Plans to move forward are now on hold.
3. Goal: Guide the re-grading and park design activities at Bandimere Heights
Neighborhood Park necessitated by the acceptance of excess fill material.
This project caused me considerable frustration as a result of Public Works
accepting an excessive amount of fill material. I nicknamed the project "our lunar
landing pad." Through cooperation and understanding, however, from both the
street and park crews, an undesirable situation was alleviated to a large degree. The
end result is a park and soccer field which drains properly, but exists at a higher
elevation than was necessary.
4. Goal: Coordinate the planning and construction of the trails from Lake Susan Community
Park to the south to Chanhassen Hills and to the east to Hidden Valley and Chanhassen
Estates.
Lake Susan Park to Hidden Valley and Cbanhassen Estates: Complete.
Lake Susan Park to Chanbassen Hills: On hold awaiting acquisition of the land
necessary to complete the trail.
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Goal: Pending the approval of a grant application for an aeration system for Lake Susan,
coordinate its installation and operation.
This grant application was denied. Request for funding from the HRA has been
conditionally approved. Preparation of purcbase documents has been initiated.
6. Goal: Complete park improvements initiated in 1991 at Curry Farms Park, Sunset Ridge
Park, and Herman Field Park.
Goal achieved.
7. Goal: Initiate and guide development of Pheasant Hill Neighborhood Park.
In progress.
8. Goal: Complete items specified in the 1992 Park Acquisition and Development Capital
Improvement Program.
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December 3, 1992
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See attached list for detailed information. Items included in the CIP were either
completed, postponed, deleted, or delivery of equipment which is now awaiting
installation was taken.
9. Goal: Ensure continuity of the trail being constructed on the north side of Highway 5:
An amendment to the match line at the trail's western terminus was coordinated to
ensure continuity with the existing trail to Lake Ann.
10. Goal: Continue to coordinate plans for the installation of utilities and the construction
of the picnic/recreation shelter at Lake Ann Park.
Ongoing.
11. Goal: Complete the inter-park trail through the wooded portion of Lake Ann Park.
Plans to improve the trail alignment currently grubbed out in the wooded section of
Lake Ann Park were put on hold as a result of the Park and Recreation
Commission's deletion of funding for this project from the 1992 CIP.
12. Goal: Continue to investigate the redevelopment of City Center Park in conjunction with
the planning of Central Park.
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13. Goal: Pursue acquisition of park land west of Lake Minnewashta.
Ongoing.
14. Goal: Work with the engineering department in the development of an easements map.
Completed by Sara Berkland, Engineering Intern.
15. Goal: Identify and mark unknown park property boundaries to avoid encroachment
problems.
Completed when necessary in 1992. Will be an on-going effort.
16. Goal: Investigate the potential of presenting a park improvement bond referendum for
the purpose of funding major park acquisition, development, and improvement projects,
i.e. Bandimere Community Park, park land purchase west of Lake Minnewashta,
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construction of major arterial trails, installation of ballfield lights at Lake Susan Park and
Lake Ann Park, and redevelopment of City Center Park.
Addressed by park needs survey distributed in July.
17. Goal: Install new park rules signs at entrance locations to all city parks.
Goal achieved.
18. Goal: Initiate an Adopt-A-Park Program in the spring.
Kjell Ackerberg, Park and Recreation Intern, compiled information in this regard
and presented an initial report in May. Implementation of this program has been
postponed until the spring of 1993.
19. Goal: Provide timely information and recommendations concerning park and recreation
services to the Park and Recreation Commission and City Council.
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20. Continue my pmsuit of a Masters of Arts degree in Public Administration at Hamline
University.
Attended class winter/spring and summer quarters, 1992. Registered for
winter/spring quarter, 1993.
21. Goal: Guide new developments in the area of recreation program registration.
Coordinated the implementation of the after hours service lobby and being guided
by Mike Neuruerer, Dave Hardey, Karen, Dawn, Jerry and you in regard to on-line
registration.
22. Goal: Complete the annual park facility inventory.
Completed on April 7 and 8, 1992.
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23. Goal: Pursue grant programs and other available sources of funds or matching grants to
augment the Park Acquisition and Development Fund.
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December 3, 1992
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Fiscal Year 1992 grant application for a Cooperative Opportunities for Resource
Enhancement (CORE) grant submitted in late 1991. This grant was proposed to
fund a lake aeration system for Lake Susan. Result: Denied.
A grant application for bikeway/walkway development on Powers Boulevard north
was submitted in October through the Surface Transportation Program (STP) and
the Federal Intermodal Transportation Efficiency Act (ISTEA) to the Metropolitan
Council.
Coordinated allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) monies
with planning staff.
24. Goal: Provide leadership, direction and support to the Recreation Supervisor and all
seasonal staff.
I make a conscious effort to apply this goal, especially providing support, on a daily
basis.
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1993 GOALS
PARK AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
Move forward with the purchase of parkland west of Lake Minnewashta of at least ten
acres in size. (
Negotiate, plan and complete a trail connection from Herman Field Neighborhood Park
to Minnewashta Regional Park.
Complete the grading, surfacing, and restoration of Pheasant Hill Neighborhood Park.
Ensure that the bituminous trail is in place and the park is seeded by June 1, 1993.
Complete an amendment to the Recreation Section of the City's Comprehensive Plan,
including the creation of a Comprehensive Park Plan.
Successfully administer the Eurasian Water Milioi!, goose removal, and mosquito control
programs by initiating an action plan for each by April 30, 1993.
Complete all necessary renovations of existing park facilities maintained by the city to
ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the U.S. Consumer
_'Toduct Safety Commission guidelines.
Implement a weekly inspection of all play structures maintained by the city.
Further promote the alliance between Park and Recreation maintenance and administration
staff.
Coordinate a successful completion of the Lake Ann Park Utilities and PicnicIRecreation
Shelter contracts, concluding with a grand opening of the facility on May 29, 1993.
10.
Visualize, develop, promote, and implement a winter special event scheduled for
February, 1994.
11.
Continue to identify park boundaries through field inspection and surveys to reduce
encroachment on park land.
12.
Implement an Adopt a Park program in April of 1993.
13.
Continue work in the area of realizing completion of the City's Comprehen'sive Trail Plan.
14.
Develop, edit, and publish a Chanhassen Park and Trail brochure.
15.
Work closely with the city's Housing and Redevelopment Authority and its Executive
Directors in areas of work relating to Lake Susan Park, Central Park, and the downtown
entertainment center.
16.
Coordinate the fIrst phase of construction at Power Hill Park, including all grading,
surfacing, seeding, bituminous paving, and restoration operations.
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17. Resolve outstanding issues of ownership, capital improvement, and maintenance
responsibilities for Cathcart Park.
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18. Oversee the portion of the city's contract with C.S. McCrossan relating to the construction
of the tennis courts at South Lotus Lake Park.
19. Successfully administer the city's contract with Innovative Irrigation for the irrigation of
ballfIelds and spectator areas at Lake Ann Park. Realize substantial completion by June
15, 1993.
20. Pending approval, assume responsibility for a comprehensive boulevard planting program.
21. Make a concerted effort to ensure that the Chanhassen Tree Preservation Board is
successful in its fIrst year of operation.
22. Coordinate the completion of items specifIed in the 1993 Park Acquisition and
Development Capital Improvement Program (CIP).
23.
Continue my pursuit of a Masters of Arts degree in public administration at Hamline
University.
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24. Complete the annual park inventory in April 1993.
25. Continue to pursue grant programs and other available sources of funds or matching
grants to augment the Park Acquisition and Development fund.
26. Provide leadership, direction, and support to the Recreation Supervisor, Program
Specialist/Senior Coordinator, and all seasonal staff.
27. Become suffIciently adept at computer operation to allow me to draft this document from
my offIce next year.
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AMENDED
PROPOSED 1992 FUNCTION 410 PARK ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT BUDGET
AUGUST, 1991
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Bandimere Community Park
Bandimere Heights Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
Bluff Creek Park
Carver Beach Park
Play Area Refurbishment
Carver Beach Playground
Wood Park Identification Sign
Replacement of Swing
Addition of Two Spring Animals
Border Wood and Pea Gravel
tihanhaSSen Estates Mini-Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
Chanhassen Hills Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
ConstrUction of a Ballfield
Installation of Trees
Chanhassen Pond Park
Wood Park Identification Sign for Kerber Blvd.
Wheel Chair Accessible Picnic Tabel
Picnic Table
City Center Park
Play Equipment Expansion (50% Share)
New Basketball Poles and Standards
Curry Farms Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
Greenwood Shores Park
tJIerman Field Park
1st Phase Play Area with Border WoodlPea Gravel
Superdeck Boardwalk
Picnic Tables and Play Area Bench
Current Estimate
$
250.00
$
200.00
2,200.00
2,200.00
250.00
950.00
1,000.00
1,400.00
200.00
950.00
1,000.00
1,400.00
250.00
200.00
250.00
1,500.00
800.00
200.00
1,500.00
00.00
250.00
500.00
450.00
200.00
500.00
450.00
10,000.00
1,200.00
00.00
00.00
250.00
200.00
13,000.00
6,000.00
1,500.00
1 3,000.00
6.000.00
1,500.00
Complete
Postponed
Complete
Complete
Complete
Complete
Complete
Complete
Postponed
Complete
Complete
Delivered
Delivered
Deleted
Deleted
Complete
Delivered
Postponed
Postponed
Lake Ann Park J
First Aid Supplies 400.00 00.00 Postpone.
Lifeguard Room Equipment 1,500.00 00.00 Postponed
Rescue Board 500.00 00.00 Postponed
Cash Register 750.00 150.00 Postponed
Freezer 400.00 00.00 Postponed
Refrigerator 500.00 00.00 Postponed
Microwave 300.00 00.00 Postponed
Menu Boards 300.00 00.00 Postponed
Building Supplies and Equipment 3,000.00 00.00 Postponed
Row Boats 650.00 00.00 Postponed
Canoes (2) 1,000.00 00.00 Postponed
Paddle Boats (2) 1,650.00 00.00 Postponed
Life Iackets (20) 500.00 00.00 Postponed
Canoe Paddles (10) 200.00 00.00 Postponed
Play-Aks (6) 1,800.00 00.00 Postponed
Play-Ak Paddles (8) 200.00 00.00 Postponed
Outboard Motor 750.00 00.00 Postponed
Shelter Landscaping 1,500.00 00.00 Postponed
Drainage Improvements, Field #6 1,000.00 1,000.00 Postponed
Supplies for Conversion of Field #2 to
Little League 500.00 500.00 Complete
Bituminous Trail Loop 10,500.00 00.00 Deleted e
Basketball Pole 600.00 00.00 Deleted
Fencing 2,200.00 2,200.00 Complete
Boundary Buoys 1,300.00 00.00 Deleted
Lake Susan Park
Trail Link to Chanhassen Hills 21,000.00 *21,000.00 Postponed
Archery Range Targets 300.00 300.00 Complete
Aeration System Installation 4,000.00 00.00 Electrical
Service
Installed
Track Ride 00.00 Deleted
Meadow Green Park
Installation of Trees 400.00 400.00 Postponed
Minnewashta Hei2hts
Play Area Expansion 3,000.00 3,000.00 Delivered
North Lotus Lake Park
*This project will require additional funding, with planning/construction spanning both 1992 and 1993.
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tJheasant Hills Park
Engineering, Surveying, Staking, Grading
Surfacing and Site Preparation Associated
With Initial Phase of Constructidn 20,000.00 10,000.00 In Progress
Power Hill Park
Prairie Knoll Park
Rice Marsh Lake Park
Play Area Expansion 6,000.00 4,000.00 Complete
South Lotus Lake Park
Sunset Ridge Park
Installation of trees 800.00 800.00 Complete
Park Rules Sign
50 Signs 3,500.00 3,500.00 Complete
Picnic Tables, Benches, Spectator Seating, Signage 5,500.00 3,000.00 Complete
troy Scout Project 1,000.00 00.00
Tree Farm 200.00 200.00 Complete
Contingency 4.500.00 1.000.00
TOTAL $145,000.00 $80,750.00
DIFFERENCE $64,250.00
Postponements were made in the cases when expenditures were no longer necessary, and to allow for the funding
of the Lake Ann Park irrigation system, a $45,000 contract
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Park and Recreation Commission
FROM:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
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January 15, 1993
SUBJ:
Prioritization of 1993 Park Acquisition and Development Capital Improvement
Program
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The City Council approved the 1993 Park Acquisition and Development CIP forwarded to them
by the commission, with the addition of a bench to be placed along the trail on Kerber Boulevard
overlooking Chanhassen Pond Park on December 14, 1992. The approved CIP is attached. To
ensure that the work represented by the CIP is carried out from highest to lowest priority, the
Park and Recreation Commission is called upon to prioritize the CIP each January.
Action Necessary
The commission should be prepared to discuss a prioritization of the attached CIP. The
chairperson has the liberty to determine what methods should be used in reaching a consensus
in this prioritization process.
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PROPOSED 1993 FUNCTION 410 PARK ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
ADOPTED BY THE CHANHASSEN CITY COUNCIL ON DECEMBER 14, 1992
Bandimere Community Park
Wood Identification Sign
$ 400.00
Bandimere Heights Park
Swings
$ 1,500.00
Bluff Creek Park
Carver Beach Park
Grills (2)
Picnic Tables (2)
Swimming Buoys & Signage (Mini Beach)
$ 400.00
$ 1,300.00
$ 1,500.00
Carver Beach Playground
Bleacher
$ 1,400.00
Chanhassen Estates Mini Park
Chanhassen Hills Park
Half Court Basketball
Trees
$ 2,500.00
1,000.00
Chanhassen Pond Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
Repair Observation Platform
$ 250.00
2,000.00
City Center Park
Curry Farms Park
Trees
Swing Set
$ 500.00
$ 1,500.00
Greenwood Shores Park
Grill
$ 200.00
Herman Field Park
Wood Park Identification Sign
$ 200.00
Lake Ann Park
First Aid Supplies
Lifeguard Room Equipment
$ 400.00
$ 1,500.00
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Rescue Board
Freezer
Refrigerator
Microwave
Menu Boards
Building Supplies & Equipment
Row Boats (2)
Canoes (3)
Paddle Boats (2)
Life Jackets (20)
Canoe Paddles (I 0)
Play-aks (6)
Play-aks Paddles (8)
Outboard Motor
Shelter Landscaping
Boundary Buoys
Contingency
Trees
Lake Susan Park
Ballfield Lights
Meadow Green Park
Bleacher
Minnewashta Heights Park
North Lotus lake Park
Trees
Pheasant Hill Park
Power Hill Park
General Improvements; Final Grading, Seeding, Entrance Road
and Parking
Prairie Knoll Park
Rice Marsh Lake Park
South Lotus Lake Park
Sunset Ridge Park
Trees
Play Area Expansion
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$ 500.00
$ 400.00
$ 500.00
$ 300.00
$ 300.00
$ 3,000.00
$ 1,300.00
$ 1,200.00
$ 1,600.00
$ 500.00
$ 200.00
$ 1,800.00
$ 200.00
$ 750.00
$ 1,500.00
$ 1,300.00
$ 1,200.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 65,000.00
$ 1,400.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 15,000.00
$ 1,000.00
$ 14,000.00
Other Improvements
Scout Projects
$ 1,000.00
Contingency $ 9,500.00
To include the addition of a bench(es) on Kerber Boulevard overlooking
Chanhassen Pond Park
Fund 410 Required Reserves
City Center Park (For the purpose of
matching School District 112
Funds invested in City Center Park!
Chanhassen Elementary School Playground)
$ 8,000.00
TOTAL
$150,000.00
NOTE: All function 410 expenditures are subject to sales tax, the effect of which will be a loss
in purchasing capital of approximately $9,750 in 1993.
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CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
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Park and Recreation Commission 4//
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator 111 .
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DATE:
January 21, 1993
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Lake Ann Park Parking Fees
In accordance with Chanhassen City Code, Chapter 14, Park and Recreation, Section 14-59,
Parking Permits; the parking permit fee for Lake Ann Park must be established by resolution
each year. The history of permit fees since 1987, annual gross revenues from 1987-1991, and
gross and net revenues and expenditures from 1992 are shown below.
Gross Expendi- Net
Year Fees Revenue tures Revenue
1992 Dail y $2.00 $18,306.00 $7,400.00* $10,906.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
1991 Daily $2.00 $18,856.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
1990 Daily $2.00 $17,375.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00 ...
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
1989 Daily $2.00 $11,000.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
1988 Daily $3.00 $17,200.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
1987 Daily $3.00 $13,600.00
Annual (Resident) $5.00
Annual (Non-Resident) $10.00
*Expenditures: Salaries, Wages, Temporary $4,200
Salaries, Wages, Regu~ $2,200
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Passed years discussions have centered on the philosophy of charging a fee to enter a municipal park,
and what user groups should and should not be charged to enter the park. However, these discussions
have always concluded with the commission supporting the gate program for essentially two reasons--it
is a revenue producer and it provides a sense of guardianship over the park.
RECOMMENDATION
No changes in the Lake Ann Park parking permit fees are being recommended. If the commission is
in agreement, a recommendation to establish the 1993 Lake Ann Park parking permit fees at the 1992
rates can be forwarded to the City Council.
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CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
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Park and Recreation Commission
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Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator
DATE:
January 20, 1993
SUBJ:
Approval of 1993 Agency Memberships to the National Recreation and Parks
Association (NRP A) and, the Minnesota Recreation and Parks Association
(MRP A)
Agency or "City" memberships to NRPA and MRPA provide Commission members a variety of
opportunities to explore recreation and park issues on a national and state level. Beyond this,
however, and even more importantly, is that these memberships provide the strength necessary
at both the state and national level to further the efforts of all persons in the field of recreation,
parks, and leisure services. The lobbying and other business carried out by both these
organizations is invaluable at our local level. One example is the landmark event of enacting
Public Law 88-578, The Land and .Water Conservation Fund. Since the inception of
(LA WCON), 35,000 local and state facilities and programs have been aided with fund assistance.
The City of Chanhassen has been the recipient of over $350,000 of LA WCON funds. This
financial assistance was used for acquiring additional land, construction of the boat launch, and
installation of the ballfield lights, all at Lake Ann Park; construction of the South Lotus Lake
Boat Access, and the recent improvement project at Lake Susan. Since LA WCON dollars are
allocated on a 50% matching basis, local dollars exceeding $350,000 also funded these projects.
Yearly agency membership dues are $230 for NRPA and $270 for MRPA. By being a member
you receive the following:
NRPA:
Parks and Recreation Magazine
MRPA:
Monthly "Keeping Up" newsletter, Jobs Bulletin, Management
Quarterly, Membership Directory, free registration for state
conference, continuing education institutes and workshops.
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Park and Recreation Commission
January 20, 1993
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Recommendation:
It is recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission approve 1993 memberships to the
National Recreation and Park Association, and the Minnesota Recreation and Park Association.
I also encourage all Commissioners to consider becoming active members of these associations
through attendance to the national or state annual conferences. The 1993 budget, as in past years,
does include money for attendance by at least two Commissioners to the state conference. This
year's conference is scheduled for November 17-19 at the Earle Brown Center in Brooklyn
Center.
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MEMORANDUM
TO:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE:
January 20, 1993
SUBJ:
Ballfield Usage Request
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As the City of Chanhassen continues to grow from year to year, so does the strain on our existing
facilities. The Chanhassen Athletic Association (CAA) has felt the growing pains over the last
year with the soccer, baseball/softball, and basketball programs. Last summer the CAA had
nearly 500 children participating in their activities.jhe increased participation this past fall and
winter is a clear indication that summer program registrations will also increase. The basketball
program alone increased by ten new teams this season.
To accommodate forecasted registration increases this spring, it will be necessary that the
ballfields at Sunset Ridge, Curry Farms, and Chanhassen Hills be utilized. With the addition of
these new fields, the CAA will be able to accommodate the forecasted increases. The Athletic
Association currently utilizes ballfields at City Center Park, Carver Beach Playground, Rice
Marsh Lake Park, and Meadow Green Park. Scheduling activities into newly developed parks
like Sunset Ridge, Curry Fanns, and Chanhassen Hills will increase on-street parking in the
neighborhoods. Curry Farms and Chanhassen Hills currently have 8 (includes 1 handicapped)
off-street parking spaces, and Sunset Ridge currently does not have an off-street parking area.
With the lack of adequate parking, the participants will be forced to park on the streets in these
areas. I have included maps of these parks indicating available parking spaces. Until the city
develops more ballfields with adequate parking, these new fields are needed to accommodate the
increase in participants.
I recommend that these facilities be utilized as part of this summer's CAA scheduled activities.
These new fields will assist in the scheduling challenges that face the city today.
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
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Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
DATE:
January 20, 1993
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Discussion Regarding Converting Lake Ann Field #3 to a Youth Field
I would like to respond to Jack Jensen's letter regarding converting Lake Ann Field #3 to a girl's
softball/boy's baseball field. In reading Jack's letter, it is obvious that he is greatly concerned
about our current playing fields in Chanhassen, as I am. Jack has many excellent points that are
of importance if the city and the Chanhassen Athletic Association are to obtain their goals of
providing a quality, well-rounded program with safe ballfields.
I look at Jack's request as valid; however. converting Lake Ann Field #3 to a youth field is not
a viable solution to our current facility strain. In forecasting the number of children for these
programs, it is also important to remember that the adult programs are also going to increase.
To limit or specialize this field to one certain group would not be in the best interest of the city.
Moving the fences in from 268-ft. to 220-ft. would all but eliminate the use for adults and would
devastate the adult softball program. Last summer was thefust year that Lake Ann Field #2 was
used as a Little League field and this change affected the' number of teams that could play;
scheduling of the remaining teams; and in-house and state tournaments. Keeping Lake Ann Field
#3 the way it is set up would better suit a wider variety of groups. The field could still be used
by adults and youth on any given night. Looking ahead to this summer's busy field use, I am
confident that all user groups will have equality and all their needs can be accomplished without
converting Lake Ann Field #3 to a youth field.
It is my recommendation that Lake Ann Field #3 stay the way it is. The field is more applicable
to a wider variety of groups currently and the specialization of this field would increase pressure
on our field usage.
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Hello, I am Jack Jensen, resident and President of the Chanhass~n Athletic Association.
Because of the enormous population growth within the last few years, we are in need of
more athletic fields and complexes for the children of our community. We are planning
now for next summers' activities and we already have an Indication from the participation
increase in fall and winter sports that our summer programs should also rise. The reason I
am writing today is that I would like to request that field #3 at Lake Ann be converted to a
woman's and girl's softball/boys baseball field. This would mean bringing in the fences
that are now 268' to 220' and possibly changing the infield to grass vs. dirt.
Here are a few reasons for this request:
This would give equal consideration for the girls to play on a beautiful field like #2 Lake
Ann, which is used by the boys in South Tonka Little League and the Classic League. Right
now the girls use Meadow Green, which have no fences. With the increase in numbers of
children coming into our programs, we have already run into space and scheduling
problems.
In past years our children have had these options that brought them to other communities
to participate In baseball/softball:
South Tonka Little League is approximately 4O'til Chanhassen children that is played over in
many different fields in Minnetonka, Shorewood and one at Lake Ann (#3). e
Chaska Little League is approximately 25% Chanhassen children in which the games are
played in Chaska.
Last year was a trial year in the Bloomington Classic League in which we had two teams
with 27 children that played all over the Twin Cities.
The girl's softball league last year had 75 children and late requests of another 8 to 10 girls.
With the forecasted number of children, we are at a point where we could do our own "in-
house" league but we need to have room for these activities to happen. (Basketball
boy/girls has increased from 32 teams last year to 46 teams this year. Last years
baseball/softball programs had over 500 children.)
Another request is to put lights on 1 or all 3 adult fields at Lake Ann this would give the city
an opportunity to double the capacity of adult softball. The cost is about $65,000 each but
would save the cost of building a new complex someplace else.
Please take these requests under consideration and if you have any questions in regards
to these, please call me anytime at 368-3349.
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CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
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January 21, 1993
SUBJ:
Approval of the Band Contract for the 4th of July Celebration, Hi-Tops
The City of Chanhassen has had the Hi-Tops perform at the 4th of July Celebration for quite a
few years, and with the approval of the Park and Recreation Commission, they will perform
again this summer.
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Friday, July 2, 1993, for three 60-minute sets between 8:00 p.m. and 12:00 midnight, for a total
compensation of $1,350 or $50.00 more than last year. The rain-out date is scheduled for
Monday, July 5, 1993.
The Hi-Tops are full of energy and enthusiasm, and are always thrilled to perform at
Chanhassen's 4th of July Celebration. It is staff's recommendation to approve the contract with
the Hi-Tops to perform at Chanhassen's 4th of July Celebration.
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(A) Name and place of engagement: City of Chanhassen, 690 Coulter Drive, Chanhassen,
Minnesota
20 amp. circuits will be available to provide
931-1900 (w)
537-4051 (H)
(Purchaser agrees to ensure that four separate
adequate electrical power.)
(B) Contact person and telephone number for set-up Jerry Ruegemer
(Please allow two hours set-up time and one hour take-down time.)
(C) Dates, starting and finishing time of engagement Friday, July 2,
1993 (8:00p.m. - 12:00a.m
(Artist will provide three hrs. of programmed sets of music. Requests will also be accepted.)
(D) Type of engagement (specify whether dance, stage show, banquet, night club, etc.)
outdoor dance and concert show
(E) Compensation (amount, terms, when payable) $.1,350.00 in cash or by check immediately
after engagement
(F) Commission to agent None
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(0) Additional provisions I n the event of inclement weather on Friday, truly 2, 1 qQ 3, the
rainout date will be 110nday, July 5, 1993.
Please sign and date both copies and return one completed copy to:
Retain one completed copy for your records.
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: 4028 France Ave. N. I
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The Hi-Tops
(name of band/aeVgroup, number of performers)
4028 France Ave. N.
(address)
Robbinsdale, Minnesota 55422
(city, stale, zip code)
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
(name)
City of Chanhassen
(busincss name, if any)
690 Coulter Drive, P.O. Box 147
(address)
Chanhassen, Hinnesota 55317
(cit y, slate., zip code)
2. PURPOSE: This contract sets forth the terms and conditions for an engagement in which the
purchaser employs the artist's professional services as a musician/musical group.
~ PURCHASER'S DUTIES: Purchaser agrees to employ the artist for professional services as a
musician/musical group. Purchaser agrees to the terms and conditions of the engagement and
compensation for the artist as set forth below in paragraph eleven.
4. ARTIST'S DUTIES: Artist agrees to provide professional services as a musician/musical group
and to perform the engagement according to the terms and conditions as set forth below in paragraph
eleven. The agreement of the artist to perform is subject to proven cancellation for sickness, accidents,
riots, strikes, epidemics, extreme weather conditions such as a bli"..7.ard which would make travel
inadvisable, Acts of God, or any legitimate conditions beyond their control. e
5. ARTIST'S WARRANTIES: Artist/leader warrants that the individual band/group members
working this engagement have given him/her the power to bind them to the terms and conditions of
this contract. Each musician may enforce this engagement contract.
6. PURCHASER'S WARRAN11ES: Purchaser warrants there will be no recording, reproduction or
transmission from the place of the engagement in any manner or by any means whatsoever without
written consent of the artist.
7. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: Artist is an independent contractor and is not an employee of
the purchaser while rendering as a musician/musical group.
8. LIABILITY: Purchaser agrees to indemnify, defend aud hold artist harmless from and against any
and all claims, costs or liability for damage or injury to any person or property during artist's
engagement, including time of set-up and take-down.
9. RESCHEDULING: Artist ami purchaser reserve the right to reschedule engagement date 60 days
prior to actual engagement.
10. BREACH OF CONTRACT - ARBITRATION OF CLAIMS: In the event purchaser fails to
pay artist in accordance with this agreement, purchaser shall pay artist all sums due plus all damages
incurred as consequence of the failure to pay including all attorney's fees, arbitration or court costs,
filing fees and disbursements. In accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota, the parties will
submit any claim, dispute or controversy involving the musical services arising out of or connected
with this contract and the engagement covered hereby for a determination. Said determination shall be
conclusive, final and binding upon the parties. In connection with the foregoing, the parties do e
hereby consent to either arbitration through the American Arbitration Association or the judgement of
the court having jurisdiction. If any of the provisions hereof are determined to be void by a court,
the remaining provisions shall remain in full force.
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CHANHASSEN
690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
Todd Hoffman, Parks and Recreation Director
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January 14, 1993
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1993 CAA Basketball Update
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The Chanhassen Athletic Association (CAA) has started its basketball season. The basketball
program is made up of girls and boys in grades 1-4. This year a total of 258 kids, which
comprises 42 teams, will be participating. The numbers include 118 boys in grades 1 and 2, 27
girls in grades 1 and 2, 78 boys in grades 3 .and 4, and 35 girls in grades 3 and 4.
All games and practices will be at Chanhassen Elementary School. Practices are on Monday,
Wednesday, and Thursday nights and games will be played on Friday nights, Saturday mornings
and Saturday afternoons. Due to the strain of limited a.yailable gym space, four teams per hour
will be practicing in the larger gym and two teams per hour will be practicing in the small
gym/cafeteria. Practices will be crowded, but holding this type of schedule is the only way to
accommodate the increased number of teams.
There were 46 basketball coaches certified at the National Youth Sports Coaches Association
(NYSCA) Clinic on Saturday, January 9. The clinics are organized for coaches to promote the
concept that winning is not the main feason kids are playing basketball, and to remember that
the kids are there to learn fundamentals and have some fun with their friends. The clinics review
video tapes on IIrStaid, childrens' behavior patterns, game situations, etc. The NYSCA program
has been an asset to the Chanhassen Athletic Association for a number of years. Since the
certification program has started, the problems with . coaches has dropped significantly and is
almost non-existent. Since the NYSCA program, Chanhassen Parks and Recreation has certified
close to 300 coaches for basketball, soccer, softball and baseball.
The CAA Basketball season has begun. I will keep you updated as the season progresses.
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(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Todd Hoffman, Parks and Recreation Director
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreation Supervisor
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DATE:
January 7, 1993
SUBJ:
Blockbuster Bowling Party Evaluation
The Blockbuster Bowling Party held Tuesday, December 29, 1992, at Chanhassen Bowl had 39
kids registered, which is the most we have had register for this program. The program was
available for kids currently in grades 1 through 5. The majority of the kids registered were eight
years-old.
The registration fee of $ 6.50 included 3 games of bowling, shoes, and the bowler's choice of
either a cheeseburger/hamburger or chicken finger basket and soft drinks.
There were 4-5 kids placed on each lane which worked fine. Some lanes were slower than
others, but having a chaperone on each lane kept the bowling on schedule. As a group, we
bowled one game first to allow for the food preparation. We ate as a group in the banquet room.
It helped having five other chaperones to help distribute food and fill soft drink cups. For this
size group, a 1:6 or 1:7 ratio seemed to work out just fine.
Registrations were slow until a week before the party. It would work best to keep the
registration deadline open until the day before the party to allow the last-minute people to
register. The maximum number of participants will be raised from 35 to 40-45 for next year.
Next year, I would like to have prizes for the highest game, series, etc. The kids would enjoy
some prizes. The Blockbuster Bowling Party was well attended and will be offered again next
year.
REVENUE/EXPENDITURE REPORT
Revenue:
39 Registrations @ $ 6.50 =
$ 2533)
Expenditures:
Bowling, Shoes, Food, Soft Drinks =
Staff Salaries=
$ 195.00
$ 59.82
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-$ 1.32
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1390 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
MEMORANDUM
TO: Tadd Haffman, Park and Recreatian Directar
FROM:
Jerry Ruegemer, Recreatian Supervisar
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January 21, 1993
SUBJ:
Wild Mauntain Ski Trip
The fIrst .of twa teen ski trips was last Friday, January 15, 1993, at Wild Mauntain in Taylars
Falls. The ski trip was available far kids in grades 6-8 and any interested parents. The trip
reached its maximum .of 60, which was a manageable group with the fIve chaperans that helped.
The fee far the trip far juniars and adults wha just needed a lift ticket and transpartatian was
$16.50. Thase needing rental equipment added anather $9.50 ta the $16.50, far a total .of $26.00.
All beginner lessans were free, and ta myknawledge, na .one attended.
Unfortunately, an these types .of recreatianal appartunities there is the chance .of injury. On
Friday's trip, twa kids experienced injuries while skiing. Bath were arm injuries which were
attended ta at the first aid statian, but .one was seriaus enaugh that x-rays were taken at the
nearest haspital in S1. Croix Falls, Wiscansin. We have discussed bringing a staff car alang an
the next trip ta Aftan Alps in the event .of anather injury. .. The bus had ta drive this individual
ta the haspital, which cauld have impacted the return trip.
The next ski trip is planned for Mton Alps on Friday, January 29. This trip will be during the
day because th~re is na school thatday.ChC:l~rons.aresti1l needed for this trip in case yau
knaw .of anyone who. would like ta ga alang.
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Newsletter entitled "River Reach" dated Fall 1992.
Order Directing Restitition, Christopher Thompson, dated December 10, 1992.
Trunk: Highway 5 Access Boulevards, Project Objectives and Design Criteria dated December
10, 1992.
Letter from William K. Strifert dated December 31, 1992.
Letter to Roger Pocta dated January 8, 1993.
Letter from DNR dated January 12, 1993.
Youth Commission Agenda, January 12, 1993.
Letter to Daniel Carroll dated January 14, 1993.
Letter to James Manders dated January 14, 1993.
Letter to Ron Roeser dated January 14, 1993.
Letter to Jan Lash dated January 14, 1993.
Letter to Jim Andrews dated January 14, 1993.
Memo from Dawn Lemme dated January 14, 1993.
Flyer regarding Senior Citizen trip to the Minnesota History Center and Science Museum.
Flyer regarding Senior Citizen Men's Club.
Flyer regarding Senior Citizen trip to Mystic Lake Casino.
Senior Center Schedule for January and February, 1993.
Editorial entitled "Trail idea merits review, citizen input is big plus" and article entitled "Use of
old raildoad line for trail deserves study."
Letter to Darrell Kempfert dated January 15, 1993.
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News from the Minnesota River Restoration Project
Fall 1992
'There is no end to what we can accomplish as long as we don't worry about who ge~ credit for it..
-Hubert H. Humphrey
Governor Carlson tours Minnesota River Valley to focus attention
on river's plight
Governor Carlson provided a boost to ~;nnesota River improvement efforts by devoting a day to
raising public awareness about the river's condition. On September 22, Carlson toured the river
basin, making stops in Bloomington, Mankato and Montevideo. The Governor pledged that within
10 years the river would be clean enough for families to swim in and recreate around again.
The Governor emphasized that polluted runoff is the mlQor reason that the lower reaches of the e
Minnesota River do not meet water quality standards. He stressed that while agriculture
contributes a significant share of'pollutants, cities must also be held accountable for their share of
the pollution stream entering the river.
The commissioners of the ~;nnesota Pollution Control Agency, Department of Natural Resources
and Department of Agriculture accompanied Carlson to show support for his initiative and to
pledge to coordinate their efforts to improve water quality in the river. All three agencies have
agreed to work with local governments and residents along the river to curb soil erosion and to
clean up problem feedlots and illegal dumps. A combination ofincentives and regulation will be
used to ensure that progress is made, with incentives and cooperation selected as first steps in
working with landowners in the river basin.
Cleaning up the Minnesota River is possible, the commissioners said. They cited successful
cleanup efforts in the Mississippi River and St. Louis River as solid evidence that the state can
battle tough environmental problems. They acknowledged, however, that the Minnesota River
offers unique challenges since much of its pollution comes from thousands offarms and homes
dispersed over a large and complex basin. These sources are not as easy to address as the
industrial and municipal treatment plants agencies have traditionally regulated throughout the
river basin.
The Governor's tour included a luncheon meeting with members of the Minnesota River Citizens'
Advisory Committee which is working to develop recommendations for improving water quality in the .a
river. Governor Carlson applauded the committee for their efforts and underscored the ..
importance of their process. In the future, the strength of our economy and of our country will be
dependent upon the quality of'its environment, Carlson said. 0
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Minnesota River convention attracts concerned citizens to New Ulm
The Sportsman's Coalition for. a Clean Minnesota River held its second annualld;nnesota River
Convention in New Ulm September 12 and 13. Set on the banks of the Minnesota River, the
festival's theme was -All That the }d;nnesota River Has to Offer." Several hundred people
participated in a series of activities including a canoe race, raft1e, fisM"g contest, boat tours, essay
and photo contests and musical entertainment. The convention also included educational seminars
on water quality and resource management, with JU88t speakers from federal, ltate and local
agencies.
The conference, attended by a diverse group afpeople, was organized to acknowledge the abuses
that have been imposed on this river I)'Stem over the past century and to raise hopes for ita future.
Scott Sparlin, the convention's coordinator, believes this year's river festival was a peat IUcceSS
because of the growing public interest in improving the river. 8Attendance at this year'. conference
is over twice what it was last year," Sparlin said. He upeets that public interest will continue to
increase exponentially. Once the public recognizes the value of this resource and ita plight, real
ft.l'lAmation efforts can begin, laid Sparlin. C
What causes foam on our rivers and lakes?
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At one time or another, most of us have noticed a pile orfoam moving along the edge or a river or
piling up on the shore of a lake. Often times, citizens become concemed about this foam and report
it to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency for investigation. While there are cases where the
foam is related to a chemical spill ofsome kind, most often it is not. Here is an explanation orwhy
foam forms and why it is usually not a cause for concern.
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To understand how foam iJ pnerated, one needs to know something about surf'ace tension and
surfactants. One of the physical properties ofwater iJ Iurf'ace tension. It is 8urf'aoe tension which
causes the water surf'ace to curve upward on the inside ofa glass. Surf'ace tension alaolD,lr" the
surface of water bulge upward, but not spill out when a glass iJ completely f.lll.
A surfactant is a substance which, when added to water, will reduce its lurf'ace tensicm.
Detergents contain surfactants. It is the surf'actant in a detergent which reduces the IU1face
tension 80 that water can ea:rry the cleaners in deterpnt into clothes fibers to remove dirt.
The whitish foam and bubbles that are periodically seen on the .horeline oflaket and rivers are
usually produced by naturally occu.ning events. A .urf'actant in the water, which iJ c1iasolved
organic carbon from the normal dec:ayinc process of organic matter, reduces the eurfaoe tension or
water. The wind causes the surface layer of the water to be aerated. Tiny bubbles are formed.
Because the surfactant, organic carbon, has reduced the surf'ace tension, there iJ not enough
tension in the water to collapse the bubbles, therefore, foam iJ formed.
'When the wind blows across the water, the bubbles are pushed torether on the downwind shore,
often forming a large mass. Foam can leave a brown residue when it dissipates. Thia :residue iJ
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When should you be concerned about foam on the water? In some cases, foam can be a warning
that something has been spilled or illegally dumped into our waterways. If an odor of oil, grease
or chemicals is present along with the foam, it is a good idea to report this to the Minnesota
Pollution Control Agency's Spills Program. Trained staft' can ask you questions and decide
whether an onsite investigation is needed. We strongly encourage citizens to help us by observing
and then notifying officials of anything that looks strange or unusual with respect to our rivers
and lakes.
If you should observe a spill or anythinge1se that looks out-of-the-ordinary, please contact the
MPCA's 24-hour Spills Hotline at 612-296-8100. If you have a question on water quality you
would like answered, write to us: Editor, River Reach, Water Quality Division, MPCA, 520
Lafayette Road, St. Paul, MN 55155. 0
C.U.R.E. organizes major cleanup in Montevideo area
In August, dedicated citizens from a Montevideo-based organization, Clean Up the River
Environment (C.U.RE.), coordinated a large cleanup along the banks of the Minnesota River
between Montevideo and Wegdahl. With the aid of the Minnesota National Guard, four sites along
the river were cleared of old cars, appliances and other scrap metal. The National Guard provided
most of the manpower, while C.U.RE. members did a significant amount of early legwork to make e
sure the cleanup would go smoothly. C.U.RE. members served as local ambassadors for the
cleanup by contacting landowners on whose property debris would be gathered and getting
permission for entry to their properties. In addition, C.U.RE. volunteers made arrangements
with the local salvage yard, which took most of the scrap collected, and lined up additional
vehicles and flatbed trailers for hauling the trash.
A total of 15 flatbed loads of garbage and old cars were removed during the cleanup. While the
clean up of large items like cars and appliances is important, C.U.RE. wants to focus upcoming
efforts on the kinds ofpollution that are less visible and obvious. A recent goal is to work with
local property owners whose land drains to the Minnesota River. C.U.RE. will contact these
landowners and provide them with information about how agricultural practices can be changed
to improve water quality in the river.
C. U.RE. will be having its first annual meeting on February 4, 1993 in Montevideo. The meetiIlg
will serve as a celebration of the successes of the organization's first year, as well as to take care of
important business such as electing Board members and planning for the next year of activity.
Those interested in attending should contact Patrick Moore at 612-269-2105. 0 '
Minnesota River play completed
Every resource manager understands the importance of public awareness and involvement in
addressing environmental problems. Traditional methods for raising awareness have included. e
public service announcements, brochures, posters, and public meetings. While all of these
outreach tools have value, some members of the public may respond better to other approaches.
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In an effort to create and test new ways to get the word out, the MPeA recently commissioned
development of a stage play about the Minnesota River. The play, written by professional theatre
artists Marysue Moses and Alfred Harrison, explores how and why the Minnesota River is in its
current condition and the ways in which we can all become involved in its restoration. The play
attempts to prompt thin 'Iring and discussion among members of the audience.
Moses and Harrison developed the play using information pthered throUih personal interviews
with environmental experts, as well as through a aeries of three workshops in communities along
the river. The two-day workshops, held in Shalropee, New Ulm and Montevideo, involved
collaborating with community residents an the development ofakit ideas that could be
incorporated into the final play. Using theatre aerci8es and improvisations, the artists
attempted to understand the values, experiences and ideas from residents who had crown up near
the river and who had something to share with others about why they valued the resource. This
approach was designed to ensure that the final script reflected the c:oncerDI of t.boee most
intimately connected with the river.
The play was written for use in high schools, colleges, community theatre groups and any other
organization interested in presenting the play to the public. The play requires a cast of 14
characters and would take approximately one hour to perform. For a free t:t1py of the play, eontact
Lynne Kolze at 612-297-3825. C
Renville County or~es .cle~up on the Minnesota River
Renville County citizens worked shoulder to shoulder with the National Guard'. Battery D in an
effort to reclaim the Minnesota River on Saturday, October 3. They cleaned up truh, debria and
waste from the banks of the river at four locations in the ~ty. Three of the cleanup lites were
near county parks and boat landiDp alon& the river.
The cleanup, organized by the RenvDle County Soil and Water Conservation District, inw1ved
.tudents from local schools as well as members from lions Club Chapters from throufhout the
county. Approximately 80 members of the National Guard offered their services.. well. The
National Guard also provided free lunches to aU who participated in the effort. About 120
individuals participated in the event
The cleanup yielded discarded wasMnr machines, aeveral155 pllon dnmLa, tires, and many other
. types of tr:lSh and debris. All of the debris collected was taken to the Rcnville County t ..n"fill for
proper disposal.
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Richard Hagen. the cleanup coorc1inator, laid that everyone who participated in tl1e effort felt ftr1
positive about their involvement and that it was a rood hands-on experience. Bapn
acknowledged that although the clean up oflarie items and debris is a rood first itep, it it cmIy.
small part of the overall problems facing the river. What the experience did provide, however, was
a chance for everyone to get intimately involved with the resource and for people to think more
about its value to the community, Hapn laid. He hopes that another cleanup can be O!'f,n;.ecl
nen sprinr.
Meanwhile, sponsors of the event are writing periodic news features for local papers that can help
to increase awareness in the county about the river'. condition and the need for a collective public
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effort to restore it. For more information on Renville County's restoration efforts, contact Richard
Hagen, Renville County Soil and Water Conservation District, at 507-523-1881. a
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Citizens' Advisory Committee explores problems in Minnesota River
The Minnesota River Citizens' Advisory Committee was formed early in 1992 to develop
recommendations for the legislature, the public and local units of govemment on ways that water
quality can be imp~ved in the Minnesota River. The committee has met four times, with
additional meetings planned through the early part of 1994.
Early meetings focused on providing information to the group about the most recent findings on
the quality of water and the environment in the ).f;nnesota River basin. An additional meeting
allowed committee participants to have an early discussion ofissues that they felt could be
successfully addressed by the group.
For the next eight to nine months, the committee will hear presentations made by experts and
citizens from throughout the river basin. Each meeting will focus on one or several issues of
concern to the Citizens' Advisory Committee. The next two meetings will eTAm;ne the issues of
drainage and land uses within the basin, for example. The Citizens' Advisory Committee will
have opportunities to debate and discuss these issues with the speakers and will also receive ideas
and input from technical experts which will participate in the meetings. It is hoped that by A
drawing upon ideas and experience from within the river basin, the final set of recommendations .
will better reflect the issues, needs and concems of those that have a stake in the river's future.
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Next summer, the committee will begin to develop recommendations on some afthe key issues
that were raised during earlier meetings. During the fall and winter of 1993, a report will be
produced which will outline the recommendations of the oomm;ttee. This report will be presented
to the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Citizens Board and will then go out for public
comment. For minutes of these meetings, contact Lynne Ko1ze at 612-297-3825. C
Glaciers shape Minnesota River Valley landscape
by Terri Shopa, student intern with 1M MPCA'. Water Quality DivUitm
Imagine sitting in a canoe, lazily floating down the Minnesota River. As you drift alOng you notice
a variety of landscapes and rock formations. Looking around at the valley, you wonder how it
Could possibly be so wide or large. This is a quiet river, slowly meandering through southern
Minnesota, a silver thread woven through a patchwork quilt offarms and towns. How could this
peaceful river have carved a valley that is as much as five miles wide and lies up to 250 feet below
the surrounding prairie? Actually, the valley surrounding the river is the result of geologic events
that took place 9,000 - 12,000 years ago.
During the last ice age, a melting glacier created the ancient Lake Agassiz, an inland sea much
larger than all of the Great Lakes combined. This sea covered 110,000 square miles in Minnesota, e
North and South Dakota and Manitoba. The eastern edge of the lake was west and north of the
present headwaters of the Mississippi. The depth of Lake Agassiz varied from 100 - 700 feet; its
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outlets to the north were blocked by i~, leaving the only outlet on the southern end of the lake,
where the Dakotas meet the Minnesota boundary. This outlet was known as the Glacial River
Warren. .' . . .
The River Warren, a tumultuous deluge of freezing water, ice and boulders, rushed southeastward
for more than 200 miles. Huge deposits of earth and rock, left by glaciers, diverted the river
north a short distance where it joined the river we now cell the Mississippi. The ancient River
Warren, 830 miles long, one to five miles in width and 75 .200 feet deep, carved a ,.'h.""el that is
~y one of the agriculturally richest and scenically beautiful valleys 'in M;""esota.
As the ice age lapsed, the wall of ice an Lake Agassiz' northern shore broke, opening a conduit
toward Hudson Bay. The level of the lake slowly dropped and retreated northward. Left as
. remnants of the inland sea were Lake Winnipeg and Winnipegosis in Canada, the fertile Red
River Valley, Upper and Lower Red Lakes, Lake Traverse and Big Stone Lake. Today, the
Minnesota River flows out of Big Stone Lake, a lerpentine reminder of the River W&n'8D.
There are many beautiful views along the Minnesota River, including several which are legacies to
both the glaciers and the River Warren. Between Ortonville and Fr-" lr1;" (a distance of about
100 miles), the Minnesota moves past fields studded with massive granite outcroppinp.
Deposited by the glaciers, these huge boulders have been worn smooth and rounded by the river
and time. .
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Another visible reminder of the River Warren's tremendous force rests on the ec1p of the valley
near NewUlm, where the river begins to change course. Once an island in an ocean older than
Agassiz, Old Redstone rises 175 feet above the river. Made ofquartzite, harder than puite, this
prominence has not eroded like the surrounding rocks. Today, it stands as a monument to
reo1ogic forces.
The Minnesota River has a rich geologic history. Limestone and sandstone bluffs, IfIUlite
terraces, western prairies and potholes far above the present valley floor are just a few of the lips
of an ancient river much higher and wider than today.. Nut time you're in that ca:ooe, take a
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Setting water quality goals and objectives
by Greg John8o~ tmior hy~ lDith 1M JlPCA
In the previous River Reach newsletter, I talked about the importance of designing effective WISa'
quality monitoring plans before you begin taking samples and gathering data about your stream or Jake.
The following are imponant parts of any water quality monitoring plan: setting information Joals and
objectives, developing a monitoring and modeling strategy and communication water quality
information.
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All of these components should be completed before beg;n"ing a monitoriDi and/or modeling
program. This issue will describe how to develop more effective water quality information ioals
and objectives.
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First, let's consider the question, tlJiow do you set water quality information goals and objectives?"
Water quality information goals and objectives are developed by de~g what water quality is,
who the players are, and what their specific roles and responsibilities are with respect to the
water of concern.
The term, water quality, means something different to everyone. It can also be defined in
different ways in different situations. For these reasons, it is important to begin by specifically
defining what is meant by water quality in your particular situatiOIL There are three general
categories in which water quality can be defined. Each is important and each should be used with
the others to develop a complete description of the quality of the water of concern.
The first category involves an aesthetic judgement or perception of the quality of the water. For
example, do people consider the water to be pure, pristine; polluted, muddy; clear, cool; brown,
green, stinking; safe; or dangerous. Even, though these perceptions are subjective and user
dependent, they are critically important in defining and understanding the concerns of those who
use the water.
The second category involves a more scientific description ofa water's quality. The tools within
this category include physical, biological, and chemical parameters that can more specifically
describe water quality. These parameters are only useful if their meaning and importance are
clearly communicated to key decision-makers. Physical parameters include temperature, color,
turbidity, sediment, volume, and Secchi disk transparency. Biological parameters include number
of organisms, species diversity, productivity, biochemical oxygen demand, and habitat condition. e
Chemical parameters include nutrients, cations, anions, organics, pH, and dissolved oxygen. Many
.other parameters are also available within each grouping.
The third category involves a social and political description of the water. This category provides
the descriptions of the people, organizations and agencies that use, protect, and regulate the
waters of concern. Water users may include municipalities, industries, individual domestic users,
recreational users, farmers, and fisheries and wildlife. Water protectors may include individuals,
environmental organizations, and public agencies. The regulators will include local, state, and
federal government agencies.
The degree to which each user, protector, and regulator has a stake in the quality of a resource
will affect how and what goals and objectives are formed. It is important to take the time to deal
with these issues, rather than developing goals and objectives that may not accurately address the
human element in the water quality issues being evaluated. Questions to answer include: What
are the roles and interests of each group? What eonstitutes adequate social and political support?
Is there a means of measuring the social and political support present? Does support have to be
generated to attain the necessary involvement of the different players? What are theanr.iAlly
acceptable and unacceptable land uses in the area? Are there cultural and/or institutional
perceptions that must be overcome to implement change?
All of the above information can be used to develop a specific definition of water quality as it
relates to your project. Note that it probably will not be an easy task.
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The next step, defining the players an,d their specific roles and responsibilities in setting water
quality information goals and objectives, will be presented in the rU#l issue of River Reach.
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A summary of this informatlbn is available from Greg Johnson, MPCA-NSS, &20 Lafayette Road,
St. Paul, MN 55155. The summary, '1nformation Protocols for Water Quality (Monitoring!
Modeling Strategies),. was prepared by Joe Magner and Greg Johnson, Minnesota Pollution
Control Agency, and Sc:ott.Al~orSllnder and Calvin AJeor.nder, U~rsity ofA';nnesota, in 1992. 0
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For the above entitled matter, you are notified that on
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600 East 4th. Street
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(612)'448-1201
A true and correct copy of this Notice has been served by mail upon the
parties named herein at the last known address of each, pursuant to
Minnesota Rules of Civil Procedure, Rule 77.04
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CARVER COUN1Y COUR1S
ORDER DIREcrING RESTITUTION
AND JUDGMENT
DISTRICT COURT
CRIMINAL DIVISION
STATE OF MINNESOTA
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Christopher Thompson
Pursuant to the statutes made and provided therefore, this
Court has made careful inquiry into the claim for damages arising
out of the act (s) of the above named defendant, submitted by
City of Chanhassen,in the amount of $60.00. Further, the Court
has considered the report of the Department of Court Services
and/or independent appraisers in this matter.
Now, Therefore, In consideration of the above facts and in
view of all other information now before this Court relevant to the
above entitled matter.
IT IS HEREBY ORDERED THAT:
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Pursuant to MSA 611.A04, Christopher Thompson is hereby
directed to make restitution in the amount of $60.00 to the Carver
County Court Administration, by the 25th day of January , 1993,
and that said payment (s) by check or14th y older, be made payable
to Carver County Court Administration.
said Restitution should be paid by January 25. 1993, or appear
in Court at 9:00 a.m. It is further Ordered that, If there should
be a contesting of this Order, the defendant shall appear before
this Court within one week after receipt of this Order by mail, to
show proof and evidence why the provisions of this Order should be
changed and/or modified.
IN WITNESS THEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to
be affixed the Seal of the District Court of Carver County at the
Courthouse in the City of Chaska, Minnesota., this 9th day of
December 192.L.
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Judgement in this ma~te;r. Date: 12.1, Co' I 112. Gregory M. Ess, Court
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On 12-8-92 at about 1430 hours I was patrolling through Lake Ann Park in the city of
Chanhassen. Along the driveway in a mediam area between the drive and a parking area
I found that an evergreen tree had been cut off about three feet off the ground.
Someone had obviously cut the ~op portion off the tree for use as a Christmas tree.
There were footwear tracks! and vehicle tracks at the scene, but nothing distinguishable.
The theft apparently occurred overnight.
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PROJEer OBJECl'lVES AND DESIGN CRITERIA
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Roadway Purpose
The access boulevards are intended to parallel the Highway 5 mainline and provide two
basic functions:
1. To facilitate local trips, that is traffic movement between subareas within the city.
2. To provide local access to those parcels abutting and in general proximity to the
corridor.
In addition, the access boulevard corridor will provide a convenient and logical
opportunity for east-west community trails offering both pedestrian and bicycle functions.
Other Design Parameters
A number of other general design parameters or objectives are intended to be met in the
access boulevard layout and development of the design plans. These considerations
include:
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The access boulevard design concept should include corridor landscaping and the
establishment of a unique roadway identity within Chanhassen. A boulevard
character will be established in part based upon the following components:
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B. Signing
C. Lighting elements
D. Related amenities including informal rest areas or overlooks for trail users
2. Roadway alignment, both horizontal and vertical layout, should respond to the
"lay of the land" or the existing natural topography.
3. Access to abutting parcels will be provided, but in a manner that corresponds with
the designated land use type and the traffic volumes generated by that land use.
4. Proper dimensional setbacks from the TI-I 5 mainline to the access boulevard
intersections will be provided for traffic operational purposes.
5. A buffer area will be established between the TI-I 5 mainline and access
boulevard in those sections where the roadways are in close proximity. Earthen
berms and landscaping should be considered where feasible.
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Naturally occurring wetlands and drainage ways should be respected with minimal
impact occurring and with an appropriate design and/or mitigation response.
Specific Des"ign Criteria
Roadway design criteria established by the Minnesota Department of Transportation
State Aid Manual for Municipal Streets and City of Chanhassen Public Works Design
Guidelines provide a framework to guide the access boulevards' design. The following
items highlight design recommendations or prudent design alternatives to be considered:
1. Roadway c1assification--High density collector.
2. Roadway design speed--40 miles per hour; actual signed speed--35 miles per hour
suggested (actual signed speed limit will be set by the Commissioner of
Transportation).
3. Cross-Section Alternatives:
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A 28-foot wide curb-to-curb, 80-foot right-of-way.
B. 32-foot wide curb-to-curb, 8o-foot right-of-way.
C. 36-foot wide rural design, 90-foot right-of-way (minimum).
D. 4o-foot wide curb-to-curb, 90-foot right-of-way (minimum).
E. An appropriate utility corridor will be established.
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Maximum roadway curvature--10 degrees centerline with a four (4) percent
maximum superelevation, 200 feet of transition along roadway tangents between
curves.
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6. Boulevard plantings should occur on either side of the roadway and at the outside
of the trail. A minimum setback from edge of traveled way to boulevard trees
and other fixed elements should be 13 feet.
7. Direct residential driveway access will be prohibited.
8. A nine-ton design roadway will be adhered to.
9. Parking will be prohibited on the access boulevard.
10. Right- and left-turn lanes will be provided at locations with principal intersections
of cross-streets or access to major traffic generators.
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Le~al Assistant
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Re: Notice of Claim in Accordance with Minn. Stat. ~466.05
Patrick Thompson and Debra Zak
Debra Zak, individually and as parent of minor Patrick Thompson, 6897 Rolling Acre
Road, Excelsior, Minnesota 55331, claims damages in excess of $50,000.00 from the City of
Chanhassen, Minnesota. Minor Patrick Thompson was injured on June 19, 1992 while playing
baseball with the South Tonka Little League at Lake Ann Field, which is owned by the City of
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
{ (612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
January 8, 1992
Mr. Roger Pocta
Inspec, Inc.
5801 Duluth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55422
Dear Roger:
Thank you for forwarding your report concerning soil testing at Curry Farms Park in Chanhassen.
I have elected not to move forward with the work at the present time. However, I . terested
in knowing the length of time for which you will honor your proposal. There.' pote' al that
in the future the City would consider having this work completed.
Thank you for taking the time to submit a proposal.
Sincerely,
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Park and Recreation Director ;; .
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(612) 296.6157
Todd Hoffman
" City of Chanhassen
690 Coutler Drive, Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Mr. Hoffmann:
We have evaluated over 40 sites for the LCMR (legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources) funded
shore fishing pilot project. The sites were prioritized based on a number of factors Including: avaDabll1ty
of fish. proximity to population. ability to modify site to meet the needs of people with disabilities, access
to site. parking, existing Infrastructure, efforts by the local government unit to contribute to the process
and geographic distribution across the seven county Metro area.
We feel Lotus Lake merits a fishing enhancement based on the above criteria and because there has
been a significant Investment to Improve fishing by Installing the fish barrier on the lake outlet. We
looked at three sites on the lake and feel that the best location Is adjacent to the boat ramp on the south A
shore. When compared with sites metro wide this site was ranked In the second priority level. This _
means we will not pursue development of the site In the first phase of our pilot. However, I feel It Is a
good site and will definitely consider It for future funding If you are Interested.
The parking situation at this site Is not Ideal because most of the parking Is located up the hUI; however,
we thought that this could be addressed by utilizing one of the two designated handicapped parking
spaces for boat and trailers for shore fishing. The parking situation would have to be worked out before
we could develop a project. It seems that It would be even more difficult to meet the needs of people
with disabilities at the other two parks on the lake. We also looked at Lake Ann, which has a DNR
fishing pier and Lake Susan, which has the same type of pier purchased by the city. We feel these piers
adequately serve the present fishing needs on these lakes.
I will contact you later In the year about the possibility d developing a project on Lotus Lake. "you
have any questions. please feel free to call.
Thank you for your Interest In Improving shore fishing opportunities In your community.
Michael C. McDonough
Water Recreation Specialist
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul. MN 55155-4052
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Agenda
January 12, 1"3
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1. Call meeting to order.
2. Review Minutes
3. Discussion of CEAC (Community Education Advisory
Council) reaction to presentation made at the 'school board
meeting.
4. (Upon approval of Proposal made to school board)
Discussion of an amendment to the By-Laws
regarding'the language on membership.
S. Discuss Chaska and Chanhassen Adult memberships.
(Phyllis Lindstrand of Chaska and Susan Hurm of
Chanhassen are interested in joining. They will be in
attendance.)
6. Application has been made for YC to be considered one of
12 Leadership Labs in Minnesota. Eight will be from schools
and 4 will be "other" categories. will explain further.
7. Discussion of possible Values Week involvement by YC.
4t 8. Other business.
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December 8, 1992
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The meeting was called to order by Chad Peterson at 7:20 pm
on Tuesday, December 8, 1992 in the ECC building. Members
present were Chris ICzerwonka, Tanya Bishman, Ken Frey,
Natalie Rossini, LeeAnn Olinger, Louise Lehner, Jeanne
Straus, Molly DeBower, Chad Peterson and Rich Lambert.
The minutes from November 10, 1992 were reviewed. LeeAnn
Olinger made a motion to approve. Louise Lehner seconded.
Chad Peterson, Chris Czerwonka, Jeanne Straus and Rich
Lambert were all present at the November Community Education
Advisory Council (CEAC) meeting where they presented our
recommendations for youth representation on the CEAC. The
CEAC in turn asked the Youth Commission to finalize the
details. After discussion, it was decided that the age of
representatives would be students in 9th, 10th or 11th
grades. Middle School students were decided against for
possible lack of knowledge. High School seniors were
decided against because it is a two year term and most would
be leaving for college. There will be two youth
representatives on the CEAC. _One will represent the Youth
Commission' and one will be from the District abroad. The
final choice for the District representative will be made by
the CEAC. We want to add a Youth Commission student seat
for a representative from the CEAC. This would become the
representative which would connect the Youth Commission and
CEAC. Other Youth Commission members would not be able to
apply for CEAC representative positions.
Chris Czerwonka made a motion to accept the above
recommendations. Natalie Rossini seconded. Motion passed.
Discussion continued in order to determine the best way to
accomplish this, and for the first two years steps must be
taken in order to establish the two positions. The first
year, applications will be taken from the District 112
community for a youth to serve on the CEAC. This youth will
also fill the position of the CEAC representative on the
Youth Commission (which is to be made) as an interim
representative: in year two this person becomes a regular
member. A current Youth Commission youth will also become a
representative on the CEAC for this year only so that . .
someone familiar with the Youth Commission is on the CRAC. '
This person will not be a current senior. In year two, the
member who was selected at-large serving as an interim
member on the Youth Commission becomes a regular Youth
Commission member. He is the youth CEAC representative.
The Youth Commission member serving a one year only term
will not be involved any more, and another person will be
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selected to be the at-large District youth representative on
the CEAC.
Chris Czerwonka made the motion to pass the recommendations
for CEAC representatives; Tanya Bishman seconded. The
Youth commission youth will meet in order to design the
application and prepare for the presentation to the CEAC.
Chad Peterson represented the Youth Commission at the CEAC
conference on November 17, 1992 at Shakopee High School. It
included Advisory Council members and Youth Development
groups from surrounding districts. His observation was that
we were unique by the fact that we are a community wide
organization, more political --gathering information and
coordinating among other organizations and our specific
communities.
Natalie Rossini and Chris Czerwonka are on the Minnesota
Youth Advisory Council. They reported that it is going well
and many ideas are being generated. They are currently
involved with a video regarding the media's influence.
Their next meeting is January 10, 1992.
Tanya Bisbman made a motion to amend the By-laws in order to
incorporate the recommended Youth Commission calendar.
LeeAnn seconded; the motion passed.
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The Youth Volunteer Service Directory was printed by Central
Printing. It has already been distributed to the Chaska
Middle School and will be distributed to the Chaska High
School on December 10, 1992 by the Student Council and Youth
Commission youth representatives.
The next meeting is set for January 12, 1993 at 7:00 p.m. at
the ECC Board Room on second floor in the northeast corner
of the building.
Tanya Bishman made a motion to adjourn. Ken Frey seconded.
Meeting was adjourned at 9:20 pm.
Submitted by,
Tanya Bisbman, Secretary
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(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
January 14, 1993
Mr. Daniel R. Carroll
1470 Heron Drive
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Mr. Carroll:
On January 11, 1993, the Chanhassen City Council acted to approve the Park and Recreation
Commission's recommendation to reappoint Jan Lash and Jim Andrews, and to newly appoint
Ron Roeser and Jim Manders to the Park and Recreation Commission. The City Council wishes
to make it clear that they felt all applicants were qualified and that those who did not receive
appointments should consider applying again in the future. e
On behalf of the City Council and the Park and Recreation Commission, I wish to thank you for
your interest in serving the city in the role of a Park and Recreation Commissioner.
Sincerely,
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Park and Recreation Director
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(612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739
January 14, 1993
Mr. James Manders
6791 Chaparral Lane
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Jim:
Congratulations! The Chanhassen City Council acted to appoint you to the Park and Recreation
Commission on Monday, January 11, 1993. Ranking second of five applicants, you will fulfIll
the term of resigning Commissioner Erickson, serving for two years with your first term expiring
on December 31, 1994. I hope serving on the commission proves to be a rewarding experience
for you. Your position as one of seven commission members who guide park, recreation and
leisure issues in the City of Chanhassen is an exciting opportunity. The first meeting of the
commission in 1993 will occur on Tuesday, January 26 at 7:30 p.m.
I have enclosed a few informational items which may help to acquaint you with the activities of
the Park and Recreation Commission and Department. I would be happy to meet with you
personally prior to your first commission meeting on the 26th to talk further.
Sincerely,
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Park and Recreation Director
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN. MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
January 14, 1993
Mr. Ron Roeser
222 Chan View
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Ron:
Congratulations! The Chanhassen City Council acted to appoint you to the Park and Recreation
Commission on Monday, January 11, 1993. Your term effectively began on January 1, 1993, and
will expire on December 31, 1995. I hope serving on the commission proves to be a rewarding
experience for you. Your position as one of seven commission members who guide park,
recreation and leisure issues in the City of Chanhassen is an exciting opportunity. The ftrst e
meeting of the commission in 1993 will ~ccur on T~sday, January 26 at 7:30 p.m.
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the Park and Recreation Commission and Department. I would be happy to meet with you
personally prior to your first commission meeting on the 26th to talk. further.
Sincerely,
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Park and Recreation Director
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
January 14, 1993
Ms. Jan Lash
7001 Tecumseh Lane
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Jan:
Congratulations! The City Council acted to approve the Park and Recreation Commission's
recommendation to reappoint you to the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission. Your
contributions to the commission and ultimately the community's park and recreational systems
have been many and are far reaching.
On behalf of the City Council and the other commissioners, I look forward to your continued
service as a Park and Recreation Commissioner.
Sincerely,
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Todd Hoffman
Park and Recreation Director
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January 14, 1993
Mr. Jim Andrews
7014 Sandy Hook Circle
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Jim:
Congratulations! The City Council acted to approve the Park and Recreation Commission's
recommendation to reappoint you to the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission. Your e
contributions to the commission and ultimately the C9rnmunity's park and recreational systems
have been many and are far reaching. '
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service as a Park and Recreation Commissioner. >
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FROM:
Dawn Lemme, Program Specialist/Senior Coordinator
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Senior Center Activities
SUBJ:
January 14, 1993
The Chanhassen Senior Center is defmitely up and running in the lower level of City Hall. The
number of activities that take place is growing, and although several of these activities are small,
special interest groups, I feel that growth will take place over time.
September
October
November
December
January*
The number of recorded visitors at the
for each month is as follows:
*as of January 14, 1993
Card-playing is still the biggest draw, but a variety of programs are being offered and have the
potential to be big draws as
The following is a list programs currently running or are scheduled to be run this winter:
Cards
Mens' Club
Woodcarving
Gourmet Room Trip
Financial Planning
Bingo
Book Talk
Crafts/Needlework
55-Alive Driving Oass
Medications Seminar
Bridge Oub
Tai Chi Chih
Mystic Lake Casino Trip
Minnesota History Center Trip
Saturday Night Special
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A few things that we are tilling interest lists on are:
Senior Chorus
Movie Nights
Quilting
Genea10gylFamily Tree Study
During the past month, a few holiday activities were run and went very well.
Holidav Party - December 12
We had approximately 50 people attend this open house. All enjoyed the hors'
devours, entertainment and camaraderie. The girl scouts came and acted as our
servers, and the boy scouts gave each senior a handmade pencil holder, then
sang a song.
Christmas Eve Potluck - December 24
This event was enjoyed as well, but the group ended up being a bit smaller than
expected. However, those that did come shared in singing carols, eating, making
3 fruit baskets for a few of our members, and finally watching a movie.
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JANUARY 27, 1993
COACH BUS LEA YES THE
CHANHASSEN SENIOR CENTER
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MINNESOTA HISTORY
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Expand your knowledge by joining us on an entertaining and
educational day outing. Our morning stop is at the new
Minnesota History Center in downtown St. Paul where you will
have several hours to investigate the collections and exhibits.
At 1 :00 p.m. enjoy a Chinese food buffet at LeeAnn Chin's
Restaurant in the historic Union Depot building. We will then
spend a relaxing afternoon at the Minnesota Science Museum in
the unique OMNI theater which features "Blue Planet," a
breathtaking film about the power planet of Earth.
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Fee: $24.00 includes coach bus transportation, all admissions,
and buffet lunch. Call 937-1900 for more information.
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at the Chanhassen Senior Center.
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'f:(l from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. [or whenever) for this all new 'f:(l
~(\ men only group [solTY ladies!). ~(\ .
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~ February 1
~ February 15 ~
March 1
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will be on your own at either the Casino's Delicatessen, or enjoy their delicious
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citizen input is big plus
Elsewhere on these pages, a Chaskan is trying to stir up interest in
a trail system connection he thinks should be made. We like running his
public appeal. We like it for two reasons., Firs~ there is merit in what
he is trying to accomplish. Second, more of us should share the sense.
of ownership he feels in his community. He wants to participate in the
creative planning that will help make Chaska' a better place to live, and
that's good. ," .I.....~.:. .,. ,.' _ .... .
The guest col~t suggests that an abandoned rail line leading to
Chaska shouId be completed as a trail to its Chaska terminus. As it is,
the trail will leave the abandoned rai11ine and cross the Minnesota River '
before it can reach Chaska.
We, too, think this is an oPPOrtunity lost. Olasb likely Win approve
a commercial-light industrial park near the end of the abandoned rail
line. Both sides of the highway have been earmarked for such develop-
ment. It would be very easy to gain access to a trail fromChaska.'
. Two looming problems are the gaping holes left in the line as a result
' of the removal of two bridges by the Minnesota Department of
Transportation. The bridges spanned Highway 212 and Highway 101.
Oearl}\ the bridges needed removal because their design ~d span
made them dangerous in today's traffic conditions. ....,~.., .,'
Some type of crossing would need to be Constructed in .Olanhassen
over Highway 101. Without it, there is no bope of extension. And it just
may be that a new bridge will not come until the trail is taken over for
ligbt rail transit, which is years off. Still, the issue should be explored.
As for Chaska, well, Chasb's QtyCouncil was understanding, but "
somewhat disappointed that its trail system will not COnnect with the' =-
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Understanding, because the Amore- [
- wants better crowd conlrol thaJi It would have wilb a CODDcctiog _ Letters
trail system. . , , . . .' _
The line from the east offers an alternative. 'c ty B d h Id b .
A_dbridgeovecHighwaY212wouldDOlbeDCedediftheban . oun oar s ou e m
entered Chaska on Ibe north side o( the bighway. Ultimately,. _ To the EdIt.m WblJe _ SOUi
bridge would be desi..ble onco the lighl rail line is COIISlructed, The acticos of Cluvec County offi- upset, lbe _ I
assuming Chaska wants a connection to it ciaI typify _ of PUblic officlaJs lOUdly.
Can Ibe writer'. proposals be accomplis.hed wllhin. reasonable wbo are out of toucb willi rcaJity' His_g_
financial and timing _telS? We don't know. Helhinb so and be'. (low lnfIalicos ..... ancI bani ceo- lUpoyers <XlUId 00
nomic times) and have an "I care
gone to some effort to resean:IJ the matter. II is an idea worth llIlIy abool myselt" ancI a "keepJojj
investigating. MOle impu_~ an interesled citizen ia a putson worth up willi lbe Jones" attitude.
nurturing. ~ '" a taxpayer, am up;el 001 so
LaVonne Barac mucb by your action, but with the
amount. I feel tbat since you are
public servants, you should have been
more financiaJJy responsible in your
action. Your wages are paid by our
bard earned tax doJJars, and to vote
yourselves a wage increase of 11
percent - when the inflation rate is
under 5 percent - is upsetting. How
does the old saying go? 111cre ou t
to be "
Arn~ Carlson Kin
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Bub '
Coun~
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news about Carver (
increasing tbeir OWn
in total disbelief that tt
after the election the
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CITY OF
CHANHASSEN
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690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317
(612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739
January 15, 1993
Mr. Darrell Kempfert
8118 Erie Circle
Chanhassen, MN 55317
Dear Mr. Kempfert:
P"
This letter follows my unreturned phone calls to notify you that the apparent liberty of
encroachment you are taking upon city property must cease. Upon inspection of property comers
delineating your lot from Rice Marsh Lake Park, it appears that the storage of a boat, trailer and
recreational vehicle is taking place on city property. I have conf1IlIled these fmdings through
inspection of aerial photos. H you are in disagreement with my fmdings or would like to discuss e
this matter, please contact me at Chanhassen City Hal!. The phone number I can be reached at
is 937-1900. My office hours are 8:00 ~m. to 4:30 p.m.. Monday through Friday. Hnot, please
have these items removed by 12:00 p.m. on January 28. 1993 (two weeks from today) for my
reinspection of the property. Again, these fmdings are.not based on an actual survey of the
properties in question, but upon yisual inspection of the site and of aerial photos identifying the
storage is taking place on park property.
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Sincerely,
~/~~,
Todd Hoffman
Park and Recreation Director
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pc: Don Ashworth, City Manager
Scott Harr, Public Safety Director
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