3. Recommendation to CC 2011-2015 Park & Trail CIP CITY OF MEMORANDUM
CHANHASSEN Park & Recreation Commission
7700 Market Boulevard FROM: Todd Hoffman, Park and Recreation Director it (
PO Box 147
Chanhassen, MN 55317 DATE: August 24, 2010
Administration SUBJ: Recommendation to City Council, 2011 -2015 Park and Trail
Phone: 952.227 1100 Acquisition and Development Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
Fax: 952.227 1110
Building Inspections Attached please find a copy of staff's proposed 2011 -2015 Park and Trail
Phone 952.227 1180 Acquisition and Development Capital Improvement Program. Eighteen individual
Fax: 9522271190 projects totaling $3,135,000 are included. Recommended funding sources are split
Engineering between the Park Dedication Fund ($2.7 million) and the Capital Replacement
Phone: 952.227 1160 Fund ($435,000).
Fax: 9522271170
The park and trail acquisition and development capital improvement program is the
Finance "master plan" behind the future of our park and trail system. We invest in facilities
Phone 95222711x0 and services that provide the broadest benefit, while at the same time taking
Fax: 952.227 1110
advantage of opportunities that present themselves. Improvements that promote or
Park & Recreation improve safety also have been a top priority of the commission. Staff will review
Phone: 952.227 1120 each proposed project in addition to highlighting some of the items that did not
Fax: 952.227 1110 make the list.
Recreation Center RECOMMENDATION
2310 Coulter Boulevard
Phone: 952.227 1400
Fax: 952.227 1404 It is recommended that the Park and Recreation Commission recommend that the
City Council approve the 2011 -2015 Park and Trail Acquisition and Development
Planning & Capital Improvement Program CIP totaling $3,135,000.
Natural Resources
Phone: 952.227 1130 ATTACHMENTS
Fax 952.227 1110
Public Works 1. Projects Spreadsheets by Funding Source
1591 Park Road 2. CIP Descriptions
Phone: 952.227 1300
Fax: 952.227 1310
Senior Center
Phone: 952.227 1125
Fax: 952.227 1110
Web Site
www.ci.chanhassen.mn.us
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Chanhassen is a Community for Life - Providing for Today and Planning for Tomorrow
City of Chanhassen, MN
Capital Improvement Program
2011 thru 2015
PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
Source Project# Priority 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund
Picnic Tables/Park Benches PK &T -042 n/a 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 50,000
Trees PK &T -043 n/a 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000
Hwy 41 Pedestrian Underpass/Trail Grant Match PK &T -069 n/a 400,000 400,000
Pioneer Pass Park Acquisition PK &T -078 n/a 290,000 290,000
Bluff Creek Drive Gap Trail PK &T -083 n/a 390,000 390,000
Disc Golf Course Construction PK &T -085 n/a 20,000 20,000
Pedestrian Trail to Arboretum PK &T -098 n/a 250,000 250,000
Chanhassen Native Preserve Trail, Final Phase PK &T -099 n/a 90,000 90,000
Lyman Boulevard North Park Acquisition PK &T -101 n/a 175,000 175,000
TH5 Pedestrian Underpass at Minnewashta PK &T -108 n/a 80,000 80,000
Pioneer Pass Neighborhood Park Development PK &T -109 n/a 350,000 350,000
Hwy 41 Trail Extension to Highway 7 PK &T -110 n/a 250,000 250,000
Bandimere Park Tree Replacement PK &T -112 n/a 30,000 30,000
Lyman Boulevard Improvements ST -003 n/a 200,000 200,000
Park Dedication Fund Total 995,000 145,000 835,000 515,000 210,000 2,700,000
GRAND TOTAL 995,000 145,000 835,000 515,000 210,000 2,700,000
City of Chanhassen, MN
Capital Improvement Program
2011 thru 2015
PROJECTS BY FUNDING SOURCE
Source Project# Priority 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Capital Replacement Fund
Tennis Courts PK &T -072 n/a 125,000 75,000 200,000
Recreation Center Fitness Equipment PK &T-079 n/a 10,000 10,000 20,000
Skate Park Ramp Replacement & Asphalt Resurfacing PK &T -093 n/a 110,000 110,000
City Hall Landscaping PK &T -111 n/a 75,000 75,000
Bandimere Park Tree Replacement PK &T -112 n/a 30,000 30,000
Capital Replacement Fund Total 85,000 275,000 75,000 435,000
GRAND TOTAL 85,000 275,000 75,000 435,000
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -042 Type Improvement
Useful Life 30 Years
Project Name Picnic Tables/Park Benches
Category Park
Account #1 410 - 000 -4705 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $76,000
Purchase of picnic tables and park benches.
Justification I
New tables and benches are needed annually to replace old stock and meet new needs.
Prior Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
26,0001 Equipment 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 50,000
Total Total 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 50,000
Prior Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
26,0001 Park Dedication Fund 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 50,000
Total Total 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 50,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
MN City of Chanhassen, Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -043 Type Improvement
Useful Life 50 Years
Project Name Trees Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4701 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $175,000
Annual tree planting program. This program is proposed to be accelerated to mitigate the affects of Emerald Ash Borer.
Justification I
Parklands and other City properties experience tree loss annually, due to storm damage, disease, stress, etc.
Prior Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Future
1 40,0001 Land Improvement 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000 I 10,0001
Total Total 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000 Total
Prior Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total Future
40,0001 Park Dedication Fund 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000 1 10,000 I
Total Total 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 125,000 Total
Budget Impact/Other
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -069 Type Improvement
Useful Life 50 Years
Project Name Hwy 41 Pedestrian Underpass /Trail Grant Match Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4706 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $400,000
Carver County has applied for a federal grant to provide these improvements. The City originally supported the application by pledging a
$125,000 matching contribution. However, project engineering and increased project costs have resulted in the City share of the budget to be re-
estimated at $400,000.
Justification I
A pedestrian underpass to Minnewashta Regional Park is a highly sought after improvement. The project also completes a one mile section of trail
adjacent to State Highway 41 identified in the City's Comprehensive Plan.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 400,000 400,000
Total 400,000 400,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 400,000 400,000
Total 400,000 400,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Maintenance and operations costs. Will need to be included in the pavement management program.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -078 Type Improvement
Useful Life 50 Years
Project Name Pioneer Pass Park Acquisition Category Park
Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $290,000
Acquisition of a neighborhood park in the 2005 MUSA area.
Justification
This acquisition satisfies a significant void in the City's comprehensive park plan. It will serve neighborhood park needs for over 500 homes
located within 'A mile of its location.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Land Acquisition 290,000 290,000
Total 290,000 290,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 290,000 290,000
Total 290,000 290,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Maintenance and operations costs.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -085 Type Equipment
Useful Life 30 Years
Project Name Disc Golf Course Construction
Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 - 4705 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $20,000
Construction of a nine hole disc golf course in Bandimere Park.
Justification
Disc golf is a very popular activity with many teenage and adult participants.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Equipment 20,000 20,000
Total 20,000 20,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 20,000 20,000
Total 20,000 20,000
Budget Impact/Other
Annual maintenance costs of $500- $1,000.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -110 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Hwy 41 Trail Extension to Highway 7 Category Park
Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $250,000
Extension of the Highway 41 trail from Minnetonka Middle School West to the intersection of Highway 7 and Highway 41 and construction of a
pedestrian stairway connecting to Highover Drive.
Justification 1
The current trail project being undertaken by Carver County in cooperation with the City terminates at Minnetonka Middle School West.
Extending the trail to Highway 7 will allow for a signalized at grade pedestrian crossing.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 250,000 250,000
Total 250,000 250,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 250,000 250,000
Total 250,000 250,000
Budget Impact/Other
Will need to be included in the pavement management program.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -111 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name City Hall Landscaping Category Park
Account #1 400 - 0000 -4706 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description
1 Total Project Cost: $75,000
Updating the landscaping around the perimeter of City Hall to blend with City Center Park and the library. Addition of exterior furniture to match
furniture in City Center Park.
Justification
The landscaping around City Hall is 30 years old and in need of updating.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Maintenance 75,000 75,000
Total 75,000 75,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Capital Replacement Fund 75,000 75,000
Total 75,000 75,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -079 Type Equipment
Useful Life
Project Name Recreation Center Fitness Equipment Category Park
Account #1 400 - 4145 -4705 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $50,000
Purchase of new fitness room equipment for the Recreation Center over a five year period.
Justification I
The fitness room equipment has not been replaced since the opening of the Recreation Center in 1995 The equipment is now 14 years old with
many pieces nearing or past their useful Life expectancy
Prior Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
30,0001 Equipment 10,000 10,000 20,000
Total Total 10,000 10,000 20,000
Prior Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
30,0001 Capital Replacement Fund 10,000 10,000 20,000
Total Total 10,000 10,000 20,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Maintenance costs will be reduced.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -112 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Bandimere Park Tree Replacement Category Park
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Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description I Total Project Cost: $60,000
Bandimere park was opened in 2000. Dozens of the trees originally planted have perished due to stress or disease. Also, half of the planting
originally scheduled was not completed.
Justification I
The presence of healthy shade trees in community parks ensures that visitors can seek relief from the sun.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Maintenance 60,000 60,000
Total 60,000 60,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Capital Replacement Fund 30,000 30,000
Park Dedication Fund 30,000 30,000
Total 60,000 60,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Maintenance and trimming.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -108 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name TH5 Pedestrian Underpass at Minnewashta Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4706 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $1,000,000
If the City is successful in securing federal funds, this project will be included in MNDOT's resurfacing project for TH5 scheduled for 2012. The
project includes the installation of a box culvert under TH5 from Minnewashta Parkway to the Landscape Arboretum. This project is consistent
with the Landscape Arboretum's comprehensive plan and the City's trail master plan.
Justification I
To increase safety to pedestrians wanting to access the Landscape Arboretum.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 1,000,000 1,000,000
Total 1,000,000 1,000,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Other Agency Contribution 920,000 920,000
Park Dedication Fund 80,000 80,000
Total 1,000,000 1,000,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Maintenance and operation costs.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -093 Type Equipment
Useful Life 10 - years
Project Name Skate Park Ramp Replacement & Asphalt Resurfacing Category Park
Account #1 400 - 0000 - 4705 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description
1 Total Project Cost: $110,000
Replacement of the original skate park equipment with new equipment. The original equipment at the park was purchased in 1999, 2000 and
2003. The asphalt surface in both the skate park and hockey rink is in need of repair.
Justification
The skate park is one of the most highly visited recreation areas in the City. The existing equipment has deteriorated to a level that makes repairs
challenging.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Maintenance 55,000 55,000
Equipment 55,000 55,000
Total 110,000 110,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Capital Replacement Fund 110,000 110,000
Total 110,000 110,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -072 Type Improvement
Useful Life 25 years
Project Name Tennis Courts Category Park
Account #1 400 - 0000 - 4706 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $200,000
Re -build two courts at the Chanhassen Recreation Center, patch and resurface remainder of courts.
Justification
We have deliberately limited the number of courts constructed within our system to lower overall maintenance costs associated with tennis courts.
The courts we do offer are kept in playable condition through patching and resurfacing on a six to ten year cycle.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Maintenance 125,000 75,000 200,000
Total 125,000 75,000 200,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Capital Replacement Fund 125,000 75,000 200,000
Total 125,000 75,000 200,000
Budget Impact/Other
Maintenance and operations costs.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Street Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Paul Oehme
Project # ST -003 Type Improvement
Useful Life Unassigned
Project Name Lyman Boulevard Improvements Y P Category Streets/Highways
Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $10,100,000
The City will need to participate in the reconstruction of Lyman Boulevard between Powers Boulevard and TH 41 based on the new master
agreement. The corridor is proposed to be widened and urbanized to accommodate increased traffic volume from TH 212, new developments in
the area and the new Chanhassen High School. Improvements include roadway widening, signals, storm sewer improvements, trail improvement
and trunk watermain improvement.
Phase II - 2013 - Improvements are from Audubon south to Powers Blvd
Phase III - 2015 - Improvements are from Galpin Blvd to TH 41
Justification I
To improve safety and mobility along the corridor.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 10,100,000 10,100,000
Total 10,100,000 10,100,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Arterial Collector Dvlpmnt Fee 100,000 100,000
MSA 330,000 330,000
Other Agency Contribution 8,720,000 8,720,000
Park Dedication Fund 200,000 200,000
Sewer Utility Fund 250,000 250,000
Water Utility Fund 500,000 500,000
Total 10,100,000 10,100,000
Budget Impact/Other I
This project will increase maintenance costs in relation to the increase in City utilities and trails constructed with the project.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -098 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Pedestrian Trail to Arboretum
Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4710 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $250,000
A ten foot wide bituminous pedestrian trail located on the south side of State Highway 5, from Century Boulevard to the Minnesota Landscape
Arboretum entry road. The total project cost will exceed $250,000, requiring additional funding partners /sources to be identified for the project.
Justification I
Completing a pedestrian/bicycle trail route to the Arboretum has been a long range goal for the City The Arboretum will continue the trail from
their entrance into the property.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 250,000 250,000
Total 250,000 250,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 250,000 250,000
Total 250,000 250,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -109 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Pioneer Pass Neighborhood Park Development Category Park
Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description Total Project Cost: $350,000
Construction of an 8.7 acre neighborhood park in southern Chanhassen. This property is being acquired through a combination of dedication and
fee purchase as a component of the Pioneer Pass housing development.
Justification I
This new park is being acquired and developed to fulfill the neighborhood park needs of a Large portion of the 2005 MUSA area. This is the first
new neighborhood park acquisition in the past 15 years.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 350,000 350,000
Total 350,000 350,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 350,000 350,000
Total 350,000 350,000
Budget Impact/Other I
Annual operation and maintenance costs.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -099 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Chanhassen Native Preserve Trail, Final Phase Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4710 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description
1 Total Project Cost: $90,000
A 900 foot section of eight foot wide bituminous trail, located at the perimeter of Lot 2, Block 1 Arboretum Business Park 7th Addition.
Justification I
This section of trail is the final phase of a two mile trail loop around the Chanhassen Native Preserve. The trail project was initiated in 1995
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 90,000 90,000
Total 90,000 90,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 90,000 90,000
Total 90,000 90,000
Budget Impact/Other 1
Maintenance and operation costs. Will need to be included in the pavement management program.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -083 Type Improvement
Useful Life 30 Years
Project Name Bluff Creek Drive Gap Trail Category Park
Account #1 410 - 0000 -4710 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $390,000
Construction of a 10 foot wide pedestrian trail along the east side of Bluff Creek Drive from south of Pioneer Trail to the Minnesota Valley LRT
trail head.
Justification I
The Highway 212 improvement project included a pedestrian trail along the first 2,000 feet of Bluff Creek Drive. The resulting trail "gap"
represents a missing link in the City's trail system. Bluff Creek Drive is a difficult stretch of road to negotiate as a pedestrian in the absence of a
trail.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 390,000 390,000
Total 390,000 390,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 390,000 390,000
Total 390,000 390,000
Budget Impact/Other
Maintenance and operations costs. Will need to be included in the pavement management program.
Capital Improvement Program 2011 thru 2015 Department Park & Trail Improvements
City of Chanhassen, MN Contact Todd Hoffman
Project # PK &T -101 Type Improvement
Useful Life
Project Name Lyman Boulevard North Park Acquisition 3' tl Category Park
Account #1 Account #3 Priority n/a
Account #2 Account #4
Description 1 Total Project Cost: $175,000
Acquisition and initial development of a neighborhood park in the area north of Lyman Boulevard, south of Highway 212, east of Quinn Road and
west of the Chanhassen /Eden Prairie border.
Justification
This acquisition satisfies a void in the City's Comprehensive Park Plan. This park will serve approximately 400 homes located within a 1/2 mile
neighborhood park service area.
Expenditures 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Construction 175,000 175,000
Total 175,000 175,000
Funding Sources 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Total
Park Dedication Fund 175,000 175,000
Total 175,000 175,000
Budget Impact/Other 1