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1991 05 21 Agenda . it . FILE AGENDA PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION TUESDAY, MAY 21, 1991, 7:30 P.M. CHANHASSEN CITY HALL, 690 COULTER DRIVE CALL TO ORDER 1. Approval of April 23, 1991 Minutes. 2. Pheasant Hill Park, Presentation of Neighborhood Survey Results and Park "Master" Plan Alternatives. 3. Visitor Presentations: a. Lauren Huntington, Minnewashta Heights Park. b. Judd Fuhrman, Eagle Scout Project. 4. Ordinance Amendment, Glass Receptacles within City Parks. 5. South Lotus Lake Park, Master Park Plan Changes. 6. Power Hill Park Trails. 7. Commission Presentations. 8. Administrative section. ~ ;c C ITV OF CHANHASSEN e 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: May 15, 1991 SUBJ: Pheasant Hill Park, Presentation of Neighborhood Survey Results and Park "Master" Plan e . In continuing the planning process for Pheasant Hill Park, the presentation of the neighborhood survey results and the proposed park master plan are being presented to the commission. Notification has been sent to the area residents using the full mailing list compiled to date alerting them of this meeting (see Attachment #1). Mr. Bruce Chamberlain of VanDoren Hazard Stallings, Inc., will be presenting the proposed master plan. As can be seen from Attachment #2, a neighborhood park survey was successfully drafted and distributed by Mr. Eric Rivkin, 1695 Steller Court. The tabulation of the 32 surveys returned is also attached. The results of this survey and the conclusions reached at the neighborhood meeting held March 26, 1991 were used in formulating the proposed master plan. A recommendation adopting or amending the proposed park plan is the desired action on this item. Attachments 1. Letter to Residents re: Meeting. 2. Letter to Residents re: Survey. 3. Example of Survey and Results. 4. Memo from Bruce Chamberlain dated May 15, 1991. 5. Proposed Master Plan. . /T /" 4t'/ A'~A/7- -:,J!';/ t' CITY OF CHANHASSEN -, e 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 . (612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739 May 13, 1991 Dear Resident: The Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission will review park "Master" plan alternatives for the newly acquired Pheasant Hill Park at their May 21, 1991 meeting. These alternatives have been developed using the information received from residents at the March 26, 1991 neighborhood meeting and from the park survey results. Mr. Bruce Chamberlain, Park Planner. with VanDoren Hazard Stallings, Inc., the architectural, engineering and planning firm which the City has retained will be presenting the park plans. The Commission will welcome resident input and inquiry concerning these plans, using the audiences' comments to formulate a recommendation. e This item has been placed first on the agenda of the May 21, 1991 meeting. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. If you have questions prior to the meeting or would like to discuss the development of Pheasant Hill Park in more detail, please contact me. Sincerely, /' .Iel J ~ !J-t"-L?r<--tJ..-,. ./ /, [(' !-J.v Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Coordinator TH:nd . , Michael & R. Schmit 1.1770 Pheasant Circle 4IJxcelsior, MN 55331 Joseph & J. Schimml 1751 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Michael & L. Schwartz 1821 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Jeffrey & B. Lamphere 1851 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Jeffery & B. Peshek 6480 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 e Clarence & L. Schmidt 6450 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Jason & S. Ulrich 6420 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Terry & J. Whitmore 6471 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & J. Kraker 6441 White Dove Excelsior, MN 55331 ~obert & M. Berset 1885 Partridge Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Lee & M. Peterson 1760 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Michael & B. Moshier 1761 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 T. Keeley & N. Grun 1831 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & K. Klingelhutz Rt. 3 Box 118A Annandale, MN 55302 Glenda Hoo 6470 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & A. Stienessen 6440 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & Janet Prchal 6410 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Richard & M. Cummins 6461 White Dove Dr. Excelsior, MN 55331 Henry & S. Gjersdal 6431 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Charles & P. Velure 1875 Partridge Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Tom & C. Droegemueller 1740 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & K. Steinkamp 1771 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Timothy & B. Peterson 1841 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Harlan & L. Leopold 6490 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Aadne & K. Eliassen 6460 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Michael & L. Reinhart 6430 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Bruce & S. Carlson 1840 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Eugene & L. Jenson 6451 White Dove Road Excelsior, MN 55331 John & B. Lang 1895 Partridge Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 James & K. Swartz 1870 Partridge Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 " Mr. James Mielke '> 1645 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 e Almond Krueger 1600 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Terrance Ryan 6480 Yosemite Excelsior, MN 55331 Esther C. Steller 6311 Steller Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Ralph & D. Yeager 1830 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 e Stanley & A. Heinsch 1800 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 John & M. Thedinga 1800 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Dennis & S. pipal 6431 Yosemite Excelsior, MN 55331 David & Ann Barnes 6290 Cardinal Avenue Excelsior, MN 55331 ~ark & Denise Buller 1781 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Mrs. Melvin Babatz 1650 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Warren Phillips 1571 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Warren & B. McCurdy 6330 Steller Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 william & L. McCarthy 6301 Steller Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Robert & B. Slater 1820 Pheasant Hill Excelsior, MN 55331 Don & V. Bierle 1820 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 John & K. McMurtry 1790 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Bruce & S. Koehnen 1789 West Koehnen Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & S. Brzezinski 1751 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Wm. & S. Coumbe 1791 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 P.G. Mathiowetz 1630 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 David Hughes 1780 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Richard & J. Steller 6311 Steller Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 David T. Schissel 1840 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Steven & M. Thomas 1810 Pheasant Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Michael & C. Bomstad 1810 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Scott & J. Snyder 1780 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Duane & L. Anderson 1750 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Kevin & M. Hoffman 1761 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Daniel & S. Gabler 1780 Pheasant Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 r Richard & D. pierce "1880 Partridge Circle 4IIxcelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & K. Thompson 1841 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & Donna Sims 6531 White Dove Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 John & J. Brinkhaus 6500 White Dove Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Scott P. Allen 1750 Wood Duck Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 e James & B. Flowers 1721 Wood Duck Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Timothy & M. Wyatt 1720 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Worth Construction P.O. Box 373 Chanhassen, MN 55331 Richard & R. Perkins 1721 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 ~lan & L. Ramsey 1681 pintail Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Lowell & A. Swenson 1890 Partridge Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 David & S. Hughes 1780 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Donald & J. Hasek 6520 White Dove Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Steven & A. Smalley 1780 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Paul & R. Granos 1740 Wood Duck Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Robert & G. Filippi 1731 Wood Duck Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 William & N. Febry 1710 Teal Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Jeffrey & Rebecca Jessen 1741 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Gary & B. Kluempke 1711 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Bruse & S. Johnson 11185 Anderson Pkwy. #1 Minnetonka, MN 55343 Kim & M. Stern 6411 White Dove Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Stephen & Nancy slyce 6511 White Dove Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Norska Homes 4515 Oak Chase Road Eagan, MN Craig & S. McCullum 1760 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Donald & M. Gould 1730 Wood Duck Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 Thomas & K. Struthers 7365 Howard Lane Eden Prairie, MN 55346 Jeffrey & L. Williams 1700 Teal Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 David & M. Dezellar 1731 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 R. Hanlon & M. Kelm 1691 pintail Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 James & L. Bergeson 1661 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 ~ Michael & M. Koester "1780 Ringneck Drive ~xcelsior, MN 55331 steven & W. Buresh 6651 Galpin Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 John & M. Waldron 1900 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Merle & D. steinkraus 1800 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Paul McAllister 7510 Erie Ave. Chanhassen, MN 55317 e Mark & T. williams 1655 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & K. Sanda 1685 Steller Court Excelsior, MN 55331 Judith A. Dirks 1205 Ash st. West Olivia, MN 56277 Mrs. John Bragg 6320 Steller Circle Excelsior, MN 55331 ~ary Keister 1641 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Gerald & B. Hendrickson 900 Homestead Lane Chanhassen, MN 55317 Christopher & S. Ramsey 6681 Galpin Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 John & M. Gorczyca 1850 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Jerry & C. Gill 1760 Lake Lucy Road Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & C. Riddersen 1811 Lake Lucy Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Foxborough Homes 4151 Dynasty Drive Minnetonka, MN 55345 Eric & N. Rivkin 1695 Steller Court Excelsior, MN 55331 Robert & Linda Gunderson 1690 Wood Duck Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Merrill & R. Steller 1931 Crestview Drive Excelsior, MN 55331 Clarence & P. Haile 1675 Steller Court Excelsior, MN 55331 Breck & M. Johnson 6621 Galpin Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 Magnus & D. Manlove 6691 Galpin Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 Alan & K. Peterson 6697 Countryside Dr. Eden prairie, MN 55344 P. Johnson & M. Cordell 1730 Lake Lucy Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Scott & K. Gavin 1851 Lake Lucy Lane Excelsior, MN 55331 Clarence & P. Haile 14595 43rd Ave. N. PlYmouth, MN 55445 Allen & B. Finstad 1701 Steller Court Excelsior, MN 55331 Mark & K. Lewis 1771 Ringneck Drive Excelsior, MN 55317 Lynnae Nikolai 6570 Galpin Blvd. Excelsior, MN 55331 ,,'7'",/' ./" "--/'; ,/ ~/ ....--,.... - ..d/~ ..r"- ..' C ITV OF CHANHASSEN . ~ e 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739 April 29, 1991 Dear Resident: Thank you for responding to the Pheasant Hill Park Survey which was prepared by Mr. Eric Rivkin and distributed with the assistance of other neighborhood residents. A survey of this nature is a valuable tool, enabling residents to actively join in the park planning process. The enclosed survey tabulation represents the average response for each park improvement listed on the survey. Please be aware that some respondents chose to leave a portion of the items blank, a few added additional comments, and still fewer answered "no" in some categories. These comments are all considered as the development of a park "master plan" progresses. e The Park and Recreation Commission will review preliminary alternatives of a master plan on May 21, 1991 at their regularly scheduled commission meeting. The commission will welcome your comments if you are able to attend this meeting. If you are unable to attend, please feel free to mail your written comments to Chanhassen City Hall. Thank you again for your interest in the development of Pheasant Hill Neighborhood Park. Sincerely, M Qct.- ;J!fJ /~ 1ft 1/50{ iff Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Coordinator TH:k Enclosure pc: Bruce Chamberlain, VanDoren Hazard Stallings, Inc. e .-;. '--:;>'" /c.::.--' /y ~... / Pheasant Hill Park Survey Dear Neighbor, We can all feel proud we finally have a neighbOrhood park. On March 26, the Park and Recreantm Commission gathered concerns and improvement ideas for the new Pheasant Hill Park from residents of Pheasant Hill and Lake Lucy Highlands. The Commission suggested that the neighborhood conduct an initial survey to be used as a guide for the master plan for the park based on our collective priorites. New surveys from time to time would help fine-tune expenditures over the years since budgets are always limited. Here are some of the concerns and ideas given at the meeting. * No traff ic or parking from Wood Duck Lane because of safety and esthetic considerations. * Timetable for improvements - city budget, area family growth and desires are big factors. City will probably start improving the park in 1992 and add improvements over several years, starting with the highest priorities established by this survey and any other input from the residents and park designers hired by the city. * It is acceptable to raise funds privately to speed up or make low-impact improvements on our own to use the park now - like mow a field and path, add picnic tables, etc. * P~lel park41~ on ex~sting OJ improved shoulder of Lake Lucy Lane for 5-10 soaces might satisfy mInImal neea tor vehIcle parking. * A paved 6' trail, probably following the existing footpath for strollers, biking, walking, jogging, to be handicap accessable from Wood Duck Lane and Lake Lucy Lane. * If budget allows, a totlot structure should go in now before children in that age group grow up * Natural features should not be affected by improvements. * The class B wetland could be upgraded to an open water class A type to provide waterfowl habitat, visual interest, winter ice sports, and reduce existing mosquito habitat and dependence on pesticides. Funds could be shared by DNR restoration programs. * Some kind of mowed playing field with baseball backstop or improved gravel infield, benches, soccer nets added later. * Park should be designed to accommodate large neighborhood gatherings. '. e e Please indicate your preference of improvements to the park in order of priority, from 1 to 17 . These may not all fit in the park, but provides the park designers with an idea of priorities. Tot-lot structure __Playground equipment/swings __ _Picnic tables Park benches Grilling food - Freestanding barbecue grills Fire pit Open picnic shelt:~ Field sports on simple open mowed playing field __Fidd spotts on ~n(Jre eiaborcite playing iieiri wifu backstops, benches, gtavel infield Improved wetland to open water (with intention of skating or hockey rink there) Separate skating or hockey rink (not in improved wetland) / Vo lleyball posts and net with sand court Tennis court Basketball - Half court Full court Parallel parking on the Park (north) side of Lake Lucy Lane Paved trail through the park from Lake Lucy Lane Portable toilets Drinking fountain Other Name Address After completing this survey, please drop it off by April 22 at the City Hall to Todd Hoffman, the __ C~anhassen Park and R~eatton C~rdmator. He can answer o~er questions, too. Mike Filippi will distribute thIS survey to Pheasant Hill area reSIdents, and I to Lake Lucy HIghland area residents. Thanks for your time. Eric Rivkin. 1695 Steller Court , .. r e RESULTS PHEASANT HILL PARK SURVEY Listed from highest to lowest priority with corresponding average response. Total responses - 32. 1. 2. 3. 4 . 5. 6. 7 . 8 . 9. e 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. e Note: the Playground Equipment/Swings Field Sports on Simple Open Mowed Playing Field Tot-Lot Structure Picnic Tables Park Benches Paved Trail through the Park from Lake Lucy Lane Basketball Court, Size Preference: Half-Court - 12; Full Court - 9; No Preference - 11 Tennis Court Volleyball Posts and Net with Sand Court Portable Toilets Drinking Fountain Improved Wetland Open Picnic Shelter Field Sports on More Elaborate Play Field Grills Parallel Parking on the North Side of Lake Lucy Lane Separate skating or Hockey Rink Average 3.93 5.55 5.66 7.00 7.19 7.70 7.97 '8.84 9.34 9.43 9.66 9.79 10.68 10.94 11.10 12.71 13.41 One of the thirty-two respondents was interested in keeping park "primitive" and natural to encourage respect for the. environment. ~ ~..,J. ...::../ / ... VanDoren Haza rd Stallings, Inc. MEMORANDUM e Architects. Engineers. Planners Date: May 15, 1991 From: Bruce L. Chamberlain, Project Planner~.~.~. To: Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission and staff Subject: Pheasant Hill Park Master Plan - Based on the discussion held at the March 26, 1991 Park and Recreation Commission meeting, discussions with city staff and the findings of a neighborhood survey, a Pheasant Hill Park master plan concept has been developed by VanDoren - Hazard - Stallings. Pheasant Hill consists of 11.6 acres of rolling land including a wetland, wooded areas and open grassland. Because of strong natural features Pheasant Hill has an opportunity to become a very unique park which can include typical neighborhood park facilities as well as additional natural amenities. Park amenities include: * 6 car parking lot off of lake Lucy Lane * Open playing field (with future possibility as a ball field) A * 1 tennis court (with 2nd qourt expansion area) .., * 2 half court basketball courts (overlaying tennis court) * Sand volleyball court * Tot lot / Play structure * Elementary age play structure * Paved trail between Wood Duck Ln. & Lake Lucy Ln. * Mown grass loop trail * 5 park benches * 5 picnic tables in two picnic areas * Opportunity for native habitat restoration. Future expansion and additions to the park facilities such as a back stop with aggregate infield, picnic shelter and portable toilets have been considered in the design process and can be accommodated in this proposed layout of the park. The master plan can also lend itself to a more naturalistic design than is shown by simply deleting hard surface facilities such as the tennis court. Comments regarding these types of issues will be welcomed at the Commission meeting. Enc. 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Ua1ard . StalliDII.lnc. ,~ ..",.,to [".'~". p,O"~~ PHEASANT HILL PARK CHANHASSEN, MINNESOT A MASTER PLAN I -';""1 e e e )OJ C ITV 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 /II FROM: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator DATE: May 15, 1991 SUBJ : Visitor Presentation: Lauren Huntington, 6300 Dogwood Avenue, Minnewashta Heights Park Ms. Huntington called at the recommendation of City Council member . Richard wing to discuss maintenance of and future improvements to Minnewashta Heights Park. Ms. Huntington's basic concern surrounds the lack of resilient surfacing around the play structure. This condi tion also came to my attention as a result of the park inventory tours completed this spring, and was subsequently brought to the attention of the Commission. I believe Ms. Huntington's motive for inquiring about the park was simply to request that attention be given to its maintenance and upkeep. The Commission may elect to recommend one or more of a variety of motions in this regard. These may include reallocating money from the 1991 Capital Improvement Program to complete the installation of border wood and resilient surfacing (pea rock) in 1991, elect to budget for this improvement in 1992, elect to include monies in the 1992 budget for other improvements to the park as well, etc. Direction as to how the Commission would like to proceed is necessary. pc: Lauren Huntington 6300 Dogwood Avenue Excelsior, MN 55331 C ITV OF CHANHASSEN 3b 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937c1900. FAX (612) 937-5739 MEMORANDUM TO: Park and Recreation Commission FROM: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Coordinator DATE: May 16, 1991 SUBJ: Judd Furhman's Eagle Scout Project e As can be seen from the attached letter, an Eagle Scout Project is in the process of being coordinated with Mr. Judd Fuhrman, a Boy Scout in Troop 330. I will be introducing Judd on Tuesday evening, giving an overview of the sequence of events leading to the presentation of this item to the commission. Judd will then address this project, explaining why a community project is necessary to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Attachments 1. Letter to Mr. Judd Fuhrman dated April 26, 1991. pc: Judd Fuhrman 7480 Saratoga Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 e CITY OF CHANHASSEN 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900. FAX (612) 937-5739 April 26, 1991 Mr. Judd Fuhrmann 7480 Saratoga Drive Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Mr. Fuhrmann: Thank you for your interest in fulfilling your Eagle Scout Community Project through the City of Chanhassen Park and Recreation Department. The construction of . a large playground border at the Chanhassen Elementary School provides an excellent opportunity for this project. I have met with representatives of 4It VanDoren Hazard Stallings, the engineering and planning firm involved in this project, notifying them of your involvement. They will be providing the City with drawings depicting the border wood design. You will then be able to work from these drawings in constructing the playground border. The following schedule has been developed to guide the progression of your project: March 25, 1991 Initial meeting was held with Park and Recreation Coordinator. April 10, 1991 Second meeting with Park and Recreation Coordinator, including on-site inspection of project. May 21, 1991 Scout to present a report to the Chanhassen Park and Recreation Commission to receive approval of project. Mid-June Begin construction. June 30, 1991 Complete Construction If you have questions concerning your presentation to the Park and ,6 Recreation Commission, please contact me. The City of Chanhassen ~ -- e e Mr, Judd Fuhrmann April 26, 1991 Page 2 is very pleased to be able to assist you in realizing your goal of becoming an Eagle Scout. Sincerely, ~~ Todd Hoffman Park and Recreation Coordinator TH:k cc: Mayor and city council '. I e C ITV OF CHANHASSEN y 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: May 16, 1991 SUBJ : Ordinance Amendment, Glass Receptacles within City Parks Attached please find attached pertaining to the above mentioned subject. Upon recommendation from the Commission, this item will be presented to the City Council for consideration. e e CAMPBELL, KNUTSON, SCOTT & FUCHS, I?A. Attorneys at Law " - ""f" ~-'I V t.l~ UJ." q , .. J\..-o;,~ ~-;. ~ _ '-, \it-,~' t AP~) C, 19Q'i r\ ;-~ t.. . ...' Thomas J. Campbell Roger N, Knutson Thomas M, Scott Gary G. Fuchs James R Walston Elliott B, Knetsch Gregory D. Lewis Dennis J. Unger "", ,',. . '. ,.'- '\'c.:~-r ~ _"'! ",'~~ ,,=~r;i'-"''''~~r:~''_.J;._;\='' (612) 456-9539 Fax (612) 456-9542 April 24, 1991 Mr. Todd Hoffman Chanhassen City Hall 690 Coulter Drive, Box 147 Chanhassen, Minnesota 55317 RE: Rules in City Parks Dear Todd: Enclosed please find ordinance amending Chapter 14 of the City Code concerning rules in City parks. Very truly yours, RNK:srn Enclosure SCOTT e B e Yankee Square Office III · Suite 202 · 3460 Washington Drive · Eagan, MN 55122 I e e e CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF THE CHANHASSEN CITY CODE CONCERNING RULES IN CITY PARKS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS: section 1. Chapter 14 of the Chanhassen city Code is amended by adding section 14-68 to read as follows: Glass Receptacles. No person shall have in his or her possession a glass bottle, glass container, or glass receptacle within a City park. section 2. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Chanhassen city Council this day of , 1991. ATTEST: Don Ashworth, Clerk/Manager Donald J. Chmiel, Mayor (Published in the Chanhassen villager on , 1991.) e C ITV OF CHANHASSEN s 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: May 16, 1991 SUBJ: South Lotus Lake Park, Master Park Plan Changes e As a result of the Park Inventory tours completed this spring, it became apparent that the facilities depicted in the Park Plan for the upper area of South Lotus Lake Park were inappropriate for this site (see attached diagram). specifically, the area shown as a ballfield will not accommodate one. The right field line is only 120 ft. long and the distance to Highway 101 is approximately 200 feet. A number of options are available to remedy this situation. The most appropriate seems to be the elimination of the construction of a ballfield and as an alternative simply leave the area as an open field. This would allow the play equipment to be located as shown and would not result in a potentially hazardous ballfield. It is recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission amend the current South Lotus Lake Park Plan to eliminate construction of a ballfield in the upper area and designate the area as an open play field. Attachment 1. Park Plan e ~/ // /:::<>~ .. . ...... \ \ \ - ,u,/',/--"-"'--~ /-;/\ ." - - \. \. \. \. ,'\ / \ r r /.~/ -vJ' //\ ./ \. ,/ .\.. , ',.~, : \",,"':\ \e ' -'\, I\~'\ t : / /" ~- /,/ I \'1" \:x-~,- " /" I j ,,' ,',1 " / / " I /... I I 0 / I. I I .' I I I - -' ;' E,' I : / . i / ./ .I , / >i." / " if I ,,'^'\ ",,>. " "__~' ' ' r ,/ \,/ "', \t / I '___ :<\, f. / ,/ .,-; .,{ " /i I '- .~,. " " " , ' I I ; I / ' / I i " I I I , I I I , / i , / , / , I " , , , , , e e e e e e C ITV 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 Coordinator DATE: May 16, 1991 SUBJ: Power Hill Park Trails As depicted in the attached park plan for Power Hill Park which was adopted by the commission, the trail or walkway was to be a combination turf/bituminous surface. This area of Lake Susan Hills West, the seventh addition, is in the process of being reviewed for approval by the City. I am bringing this to the attention of the Commission to consider the drawbacks/benefits of constructing the entire trail segment in bituminous surfacing. A multitude of factors should be considered in this regard, however, the most prevalent is that if the trail is to be installed as bituminous trail - now is the time to complete the work. The segment off of Mallard Court to the north is being constructed by the developer. Facilitating the completion of the remainder of the trail would require an appropriation of dollars from the 1991 capital Improvement Program. As you may recall, trail construction as a part of the 1991 budget is labeled "fund reserve". A definitive dollar amount for trail construction was not listed as it was impossible to forecast upcoming trail improvement projects at the time of budget preparation in 1990. It was then the intent to approve projects on an "as needed" basis using park/trail acquisition and development funds to finance the project. A year end budget amendment would then be expected to document transaction amounts. Upon considering this item as presented, staff will act on the recommendation of the Commission. Note: A preliminary cost estimate for the installation of this trail is $25,000. This figure represents installation and restoration by a private contractor. The estimated "in house" cost is approximately $17,000. Attachment 1. Playground Plan e e r- _ _....----< y / t ;-3- 'j . . . f i i LAKE SUSAN HILLS WEST PARK OUTLOT - '0' CONCEPT PLAN e City of ~ e e e ADMINISTRATIVE SECTION Memo to Park and Recreation Commission from Councilman wing dated May 10, 1991. Letter from Dr. James Cooper re: Goose Control Program dated April 22, 1991. Heritage Highlight. preserving Bluff Creek Watershed from Erik Roth and Perry Dean. Letter from Mary Jo Malach dated April 7, 1991. Letter from Lisa Bingen dated April 19, 1991. Article from OSM spring, 1991 publication. CITY OF CHANHASSEN e 690 COULTER DRIVE. P.O. BOX 147. CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 55317 (612) 937-1900 . FAX (612) 937-5739 MEMORANDUM TO: Planning Commissinn, Park and Recreation Commission and Publ ic Safety Co'.nmission FROM: Dick Wing, C"mncilman DATE: May 10, 199] SUBJ: Zoning Ordinance Amendment Allowing Portable Chemical Toilets on Recreational Beachlots On May 6, 1991, the City Council approved final reading of a zoning ordinance amendment allowing portable chemical toilets on recreational beachlots. I thought you might be interested in having a copy of this ordinance for future reference. e e e e e CITY OF CHANHASSEN CARVER AND HENNEPIN COUNTIES, MINNESOTA ORDINANCE NO. 146 AN ORDINANCB AMENDING CHAPTBR 20 OP THB CBANBASSBN CITY CODB CONCBRNING RECREATIONAL BBACHLOTS THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN ORDAINS: section 1. Section 20-263(2) of the Chanhassen City Code is amended to read: Except as specifically provided herein, no structure, ice fishing house, camper, trailer, tent, recreational vehicle, or shelter shall be erected, maintained, or stored upon any recreational beachlot. section 2. Section 20-263 of the Chanhassen City Code is amended by adding subparagraph (16) to read: Portable chemical toilets may be allowed as a condition of approval of a recreational beachlot. The maintenance and use of chemical toilets on some beachlots may be unsuitable because they cannot be adequately screened from residential neighbors or lake users. Any use of chemical toilets on recreational beachlots shall be subject to the following: a. The minimum setback from the ordinary high water mark shall be 75 feet. Side and front yard setbacks shall be maximized to achieve maximum screening from adjacent lots and the lake. b. It may only be used Memorial Day to Labor Day and shall be removed from the lot during the rest of the year. c. It shall be securely anchored to the ground to prevent tipping. d. It shall be screened from the lake and residential property with landscaping. e. It shall be serviced at least weekly. f. Only models designed to minimize the potential for spilling may be used. . g. Receipt of an annual license from the City'S Planning Department. The license shall be issued unless the conditions of approval or this ordinance have been rOS/01/91 violated. All license applications shall be accompanied ~ by the following information: ,., i) Name, address, and phone number of applicants. ii) Site plan showing proposed location of chemical toilets. iii) Name, address, and phone number of chemical toilet supplier. iv) Plan for commerically maintaining the chemical toilet, including a copy of any agreement for maintenance, and the name, address, and phone number of person responsible for maintenance. v) A written description of how the applicant intends to screen the portable chemical toilet from all views into the property, including views from the lake. Section 3. This ordinance shall be effective immediately upon its passage and publication. PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Chanhassen City Council this 6th day of May , 1991. e ATTEST: Don Ashworth, Clerk/Manager Donald J. Chmiel, Mayor (Published in the Chanhassen Villager on May 16 , 1991.) e , e e e l..~~<-l ~,J [ l UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA TWIN CITIES : College of Natural Resources Department of Fisheries & Wildlife 200 Hodson Hall 1980 Folwell Avenue 51. Paul. Minnesota 55108 4/22/91 Mr. Todd Hoffman City of Chanhassen P. O. Box 147 Chanhassen, MN 55317 Dear Todd: Rt'r:fp:~T ~, ',. ..,.,. .,! '''''''-0' APR 8 (: 199'. ."'1,,, u~ '-' ~ . l \..". f!.~~:...l :-!!.:., ':' SE.~ Attached is a summary report for the goose control we have done In Chanhassen. Sorry for the delay. Sincereiy yours, 1J~,8~- Dr. James A. Cooper Associate Professor and Wildlife Extension Specialist \ SUMMARY OF CANADA GOOSE POPULATION MANAGEMENT IN THE CITY OF CHANHASSEN, MINNESOTA 1986-1990 e Prepared by: Dr. James A. Cooper, Associate Professor and Wildlife Extension 5peciali~L., Department of Fisheries and Wildlife, University of Minne- sota, 51. Paul, MN 55108 (612-624-1223) The Canada goose population of the Twin Cities has grown from 500 birds in 1968 to an excess of 20,000 in 1990 (Cooper 1990). Because the bird grazes on shoreline grasses during the breeding season and much of the fall, its dropping soil lawns, beaches, and walks. Cities and towns began receiving complaints about the droppings by the early 1980's. Experimental goose control programs 'were undertaken shortly thereafter. This report summa- rizes the results of cuntrol efforts at three sites in Chanhassen in 1986 and t\VO sites in 1987 through 1990. Translocation was the control procedure used in Chanhassen. Transloca- tion consists of capturing successful breeding geese and young during the flightless period and trucking the birds to distance sites where they are re- e leased. Capture was done by drive-trapping the geese during late June and early July for five years starting in 1986. Adult geese were shipped to Okla- homa and released by the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife; the goslings \vere released by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources in southern and southeastern Minnesota (1986-87), and northern Minnesota (1988-90). Trapping locations, dates, and results were as follows: 1986 Location Date Captured and Removed Adults I mmatures Total Lake Lucy Lak e Ann Lake Minnewashta Lake Minne\vashta Total 25 June 2 July 25 June 8 July 9 2 44 1 1 66 13 24 52 15 104 22 26 96 26 170 e e e 1987 Loca ti on Date - Captured and Removed Adults Immatures Total Lake Lucy Lake Minnewashta Lake Minne\vashta Total 18 June 18 June 9 July 22 12 7 41 25 31 15 71 47 43 22 112 1988 Location Date Captured and Removed Adults Immatures Total Lake Lucy 18 June 13 17 30 Lake Minnewashta 18 June 29 64 93 Total 42 81 123. 1989 Location Date Captured and Removed Adults I mmatures Total Lake Lucy Lake Lucy Lake Minne\vashta Total 18 June 6 July 18 June 8 2 36 46 6 5 36 47 14 7 72 9S 1990 Location Date Captured and Removed Adults Immatures Total Lake Lucy 5 July 16 7 23 Lake Minnewashta 28 June 17 22 39 Lake Minnewashta S July 45 9 54 e Total 78 39 116 Capture was done at one location on the swimming beach on Lake Ann and e on the residential lawns located on the east side of Lake Lucy and west side of Lake ~1innewashta (Figure 1). Capture success was high with 96% of the birds on these lakes trapped. Because Lake Ann and Lake Lucy are separated by a narrow strip of land, the geese using these lakes are considered to be a single population. The degree of population reduction varied between the lakes. The number of geese at Lake Ann/Lake Lucy has declined progressively (Figure 2), as has the number of young geese (Figure 3). In contrast, the Lake Minnewashta population, while lo\ver than in 1986. has not shown a progressive decline (Figure 4). However, except for 1988, the number of young geese produced has dropped each year (Figure 5). The overall reduction in Chanhassen (Figure 6) has not been what I predicted based on the results in Golden Valley (Figure 7). But, based on the data I believe that the Lake Ann/Lake Lucy population should be reduced to less than 10 birds by 1994. The degree that the Lake Minnewashta population declines \vill be partially a function of the in-migration of new breeders from adjacent marshes. However the drop in number of young during 1989 and 1990 suggests that the population will continue to decline. There have been apparently enough birds breeding in the general area to fill in the nest sites left vacant by our a . re movals. ., I recommend continuation of an annual control program for the next four years and follo\ved by an every third year removal thereafter. e e ~ .. .. e Figure 1. Canada goose capture locations (X) within the City of Chanhassen,1986-1990. e , 50 e 40 (l) (f) (l) (l) 30 <.!) - 0 L (l) 20 .0 E :::) z 10 o 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 YEAR Figure 2. The number of Canada geese removed from Lake Ann/Lake Lucy in Chanhassen, 1986-90. 40 e 30 (I) CJ) (I) Q) c.!) C+- o L Q) .0 E ~ z 20 10 o 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 YEAR Figure 3. The number of immature Canada geese removed from Lake Ann/ Lake Lucy in Chanhassen, 1986-90. e 150 e OJ (f) OJ OJ 100 <D '+- 0 L OJ .Q E 50 :J Z o 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 Year Figure 4. The nu mber of Canada geese removed from Lake Minnewashta in Chanhassen, 1986-90. e 80 OJ 60 (f) <J.> <J.> <.!) <l- 0 40 L <J.> .Q E :J 20 z o 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 e YEAR Figure S. The number of immature Canada geese removed from Lake Minnewashta in Chanhassen, 1986-90. 200 e CJ) (f) CJ) CJ) c.!) <l- e 100 '- CJ) ..0 E =' z o 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 Year Figure 6. Canada geese removed from in the City of Chanhassen, 1986-90. e 400 CJ) 300 (f) CJ) CJ) c.!) <l- e 200 '- CJ) ..0 E =' 100 z o 1984 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 1990 Year e Figure 7. The number of Canada geese removed from the City of Golden Val- ley in Chanhassen, 1984-90. Heritage Highlight e Old Growth Pines designated as nature area Page Three The Falls 'Creek area of Washington ~ty~ grove of old growth white pine, has ~~ p' designated as a Scientific and Naturl\l Arla"'11y t Minnesota DNR. The J 10 acre site iW . side of Highway 95, just north of its . . Highway 97. '. .... '< , ..... In addition to the old pines, the site s:.,. c. forest dominated in parts by maple, Jd~ , 'J. There are also some small "goat" p : i . slopes, and rare plants known as kit bluegrass at the site. The cold, clear through the area is home to a rare bird called the Louisiana waterthrush. Odds & Ends (continued from page two) cooperation with local sportsmen's clubs, the DNR will plant spruce, red cedar and shrubs like dogwood as woody shelterbelts' for pheasants, rabbits and other wildlife. Twenty locations will benefit. a The DNR also plans three wetland . restoration projects this spring in Carver and Scott counties in cooperation with landoWRer~Th.ese will be funded by the Reinvest In -- Minnesota (RIM) program. -Got geese back on your property in Wlwanted numbers? You might try building a fence of "goose tape" to keep them out? This mylar tape reflects sunlight which the birds mistake for human or animal activity. It can be purchased at the Wild Bird stores and some lawn and garden stores in the metro area. indy Mase, operator of n- Town ma, expects bass in the seven pound range to be caught on Lake Waconia this summer. Waconia has a special regulation requiring all bass in the 17-21 inch range to be released, with only one bass over 21 inches allowed in possession. The regulation is geared toward developing a trophy bass fishery e in the lake. -A map of natural communities and rare species in Washington County that displays results of a two year study by the Minnesota County Biological . Survey is available from the DNR. It will be used as a reference by local officials and others in planning for development in a way that preserves natural resources. The map shows forests and wetlands of various types, prairies, lake and river communities, and sites of rare and endangered plants and animals, as well as an inset showing the original vegetation of Washington County for comparison. It is a cooperative project of the DNR Natural Heritage Program and Nongame Wildlife Program. Anyone interested in obtaining a free copy should write B.J. Farley at the DNR Natural Heritage Program, 500 Lafayette Rd., Box 7, St. Paul, MN 55155. NR will interview anglers on metro'lakes, · ssissippi River Minnesota Department of Natural Resources will interview anglers on twelve T 'n Cities metropolitan lakes this summer to determine fishing pressure and ar-vest, and boating use. Interviews will also be conducted on Pool 2 of the Mississippi River, which runs from the Ford Dam to Hastings. The information will be used to assess how current experimental regulations are affecting these waters, and if ~y changes are needed to manage the fisheries. The twelve lakes have size limit regulations on largemouth bass, which is one management practice the DNR will be assessing. The lakes are Olson, Demontreville and Jane Lakes in Washington County; Golden and Crooked Lakes in Anoka County; Como Lake in Ramsey County; Rebecca Lake in Dakota County; the other' Rebecca Lake and Round, Hyland, Bush and Snelling Lakes in Hennepin County. The DNR also wants to obtain current information on Pool 2 of the Mississippi River in order to develop a fisheries management plan. This pool has recently gained attention due to its high quality walleye angling. (continued on page four) e PRESERVING THE BLUFF CREEK WATERSHED Bluff Creek meanders from Chanhassen woods and upland farms to the Minnesota River wetlands through a small but dramatic valley characterized by steep cliffs, sheltered terraces, tributary hollows, and rolling meadows. This fertile watershed supports various plant and animal communities typical of both midwestern prairies and northern forests, and exists here essentially apart. from and largely undisturbed by surrounding commerce and human habitation. However, the natural splendor of this native wilderness cannot survive the overwhelming pressure from present development of the region without specific protection. Therefore, in accordance with the Chanhassen Comprehensive Plan, we urge the people of this community to establish Bluff Creek as a wild sanctuary so that the special beauty of this scenic resource may continue to flourish and be enjoyed for generations to come. e Presented r.:ay 6, 1991, to the Chanhassen City Council. ~!?ctt;- .~~~ Perry Dean 1074 13th Ave. BE ~inneapo1is 55414 .331-9228 Erik Roth 225 W. 15th St. #412 Minneapolis 55403 874-9831 e . ' . I ~ . I' V · . ,) , \ \. ...,..,.- '-. I 1 ',;{I --' . I O' .....~..t. 1. . . 0 'l l .-:. ',~ .' ~I I , " ( J · '. ....-". ~ ," ~ ~., I \\ · ~ /,' ; ,_" _."....:. ..' II 1~ ,.... ~ ~ C) ~ ~ ::> ~ j:Q ':,.. 1'\ I, I I! fl, ~'I . ,'. ~! \ J (J ... I \ '-'.I , .' .' . .- -' I ." . '-' .' - .1 . >, ~ ,....( ,....( co > H ~ ~ o .....:l ~..,.- .-. . --I .1 ~ '~"'O ~, . - H ~.. . '. E-<,' ", . ~. ".. -...; ~ .:~. ~ c:: o .,-i Q.., 1t ", . " - ,.-- , ........ . \ , ... ~.' ' -" ,- ':---> ,,~ /' -.---' i .. ,..- /1/- L.'/,.~\ ./,'. :- /,,,t ,. ,. -. \"'. '. ~_.[--_.=-- ; . r.., ~ - , , .. "-' , .1 .,/ '. . .,,' ... '- C. RECEI\ifO ~~t VUt urg cP' v, - e ~,_ ,~[.""r-..~ ~ oJ _; w 168 East Sixth Street, #3801 St. Paul, Minnesota 55101 Phone: 612/225-8310 April 7, 1991 / ~L?;: A while back we contacted you for a quote or an interview about walking. Well, the book has been completed and it will be in stores this week. The book is called Wa/king Minnesota. You will be receiving a complimentary copy of the book from Voyageur Press by April 18. Be sure to let me know if you haven't received one, and we'll get one to you as soon as possible. The book is fIlled with the thoughts of over 200 people. The book is a tribute to you, and to all the other walkers and park representatives who have taken the time to aniculate why the simple act of walking is a very important activity. We feel the book is a tapestry of exhilerating ideas and walking sites but we are also realistic enough to know that the book will probably be received with one giant yawn. If a there is any media interest in the book, we may be calling you to see if you'd be available to . participate in an interview. Again, thank you for your very important contribution to this project. ~incer..e ly, #~I ylY\ M . 0 Mclach E . or e Promoting a healthy, productive and enjoyable lifestyle through walking. . . ~..>. < . '. '" ,P.o;_ V'. . ,....<..', . . ,.. .. . . .',. '--.... "- :-;;...... ~... :~:"- Voyageur Press p.o. Box 338 123 North Second Street Stillwater, MN 55082 USA Phone 612.430-22.10 FAX 612.430.2211 .A.Dr-;: ~ c . oJ , 1 S 9" ~w~ ~o=a ~of~man Recreation Suoervisor ~~~y o~ Cnanhassen 690 Co~l~e~ w~ive o.c. Bo)o~ ~47 Cnannassser., "":'\ 553~7 Dear Mr. Hoffman, ~inneso~ans nave known for a long time that our state is a grea~ place to take a walk. We walk for fitness and for ~e:axa~ion. We use our wal~s as time to connect with frienas and familY and also as time for solitude. Walking ~s an i~portant part of our daily lives that provides us w't~ countless benefits. e As mucn as we enjoy walking, many of us have yet to discover tna~ taking a walk in our state can mean a lot more than a st~o:: througn the neighborhood or around one of the lakes. Minnesota is blessed with an abundance of excellent, well- ~air.~a~nea waiking sites tnat offer as many different kinds o~ walking experiences as there are reasons for taking a wa ,K. ~ow finding those sites has become a simple matter witn tne publication of an outstanding new guidebook, ~A~K:\G ~INNESOTA, by Mary Jo and Jim Malach. It~ pleased to enclose a complimentary copy of WALKING ~IN~ESOTA. We hope that you enjoy it, and that you'll let us Know if there are ways we might work with your organ~zation to help this book reach the widest possible audience. Please don't hesitate to call for information on gro~o and organizational discounts. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Ltuf;~l-- Sales Manager L8/sl e - ~ =n= i. Dedicated to the Preservation and Enjoyment of our Natural Environment q~\ , l u~~ ~ t l '/1~1 4 ~' A~ l~ tS 4 '"/, ~!0 ,fie o f~ '-0111 r/ ~( / t Transportation Update OSM's Transportation Department Manager, Ron Bray, certainly has been busy since joining the firm last July! First --rjority was the forma- tion of an in-house transporta- tion team based on a review of in-house expertise. This established team is prepared to handle a full range of transportation projects from simple safety projects to major corridor studies including environmental impact state- ments. The Transportation Depart- ment offers state-of-the-art traffic growth and capacity analyses, Efficient and cost effective signal design on CADD can easily be custom- ized to meet our clients' standards, Traffic sign and control items have been put in cell libraries in our CADD system, making available automated traffic control and staging plans. OSM also e / /,',. I l:.r1'j:" ' . , (. '. 1/ ;,,') J, .~ OSM Transportation Manager, Ron Bray, evaluates highway capadties. promotes the use of Emer- gency Vehicle Pre-emption Systems. These systems allow municipalities and counties to respond more quickly and safely to emergencies ,in their areas, OSM can review safety problems, perform capacity studies on any roadway, or prepare comprehensive plans to meet future needs. We prepare plans, specifications and estimates. OSM is committed to meeting your needs in transportation' ON e Chanhassen Expands lake Ann Park Lake Ann Park is a commu- nity park which, for several years consisted of 100+ acres situated on the south side of Lake Ann in Chanhassen, MN. The park featured three softball fields, a swimming beach, a boat launch, and playground equipment. Recently, the City acquired 20+ acres of rolling agricul- tural land immediately east of the existing park. With master planning by OSM, this land is now a useful and attractive park addi~ion. Planned uses for the new land included development of three new Lake Ann Park entrance, Chanhassen, MN state tournament standard softball fields, one soccer field, and three related parking lots. Topography presented a special challenge to OSM's Land Planning Department. Naturally rolling hills were graded into terraces to provide flat ball fields and to ensure that drainage would continue to follow its present path south to the Highway 5 ditch and then east into Lake Susan. Another challenge has been building a sense of continuity between the existing excellent park facility and the n~wly annexed land. Construction of the project was complete in the fall of 1990. OM e