HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark and Recreation Advisory Commission Packet 01-09-1986Plymouth Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
Regular Meeting of January 9, 1986, 7:30 p.m.
Plymouth City Center Council. Chambers,
AGENDA
1. Call to Order
2. Approval of Minutes
3. Visitor Presentations
4. Report on Past Council Action
5. Unfinished Business
a. Review Draft of Annual Report
b. Parkers Lake Update
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6. New Business
a. New Plats
b. Review `early Meeting Dates
C.
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7 Commission Presentation
8.- Staff Communication:
9. Adjourn
Next Meeting February 13, 1985
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission
December 12, 1985
Page 37
Present: Chair Edwards, Commissioners Anderson, Beach, LaTour, Mullan and
Reed; staff Blank and Pederson
1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Edwards called the meeting to order at 7:38 p.m. in the Council
Chambers.
2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A motion was. made by Commissioner Reed and seconded by Commissioner LaTour
to approve the minutes of the November meeting. The motion carried with
all ayes.
3., VISITOR PRESENTATIONS
There were not visitors present at this meeting.
4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION
a. Our grant has been approved for the purchase of a fitness court to be
installed in Zachary Park. The Plymouth Rotary Club will donate $1,000
for two years to the Recreation Department for the fitness court; they
will help install it, also.
b. The Parkers Lake Phase l construction plan was also approved.
5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. The appointment to PRAC will not be completed until sometime in January,
after the Council fills their vacancy. The PRAC educational seminar
will be held March 13 during the regularly scheduled meeting. The meeting
will begin at approximately 6:00 p.m. and include dinner. Regular agenda
items will be discussed first.
b. - PRAC reviewed their 1,985 goals taken from the 1984 annual report in
preparation for making their 1986 goals and objectives. It was decided
that goals 2 and 13 should be 'combined since they are somewhat similar.
A possible new goal dealt with meeting with surrounding city's commis-
sions occasionally to share ideas, etc. Director Blank said he would
draft the language for this goal to be reviewed at the January meeting.
Carol Beach suggested that a specific goal be written regarding a
community center. After some discussion, it was decided to include a
separate statement within goal 2 about the development of a community
center.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a. Director Blank reviewed the 1986-90 Parks CIP list. He pointed out
that the first item in 1986 is trails rather than the County Road 15
trail as listed. He stated that the most important item under consid-
eration is the Zachary concession building which is necessary to fully
utilize this athletic complex. A MOTION WAS MADE BY COMMISSIONER BEACH
AND SECONDED By COMMISSIONER ANDERSON RECOMMENDING THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
AUTHORIZE THE DIRECTOR OF PARKS AND RECREATION TO PROCEED WITH THE.
NECESSARY STEPS TO IMPLEMENT THE CONSTRUCTION OF THIS FACILITY. The
motion carried with all ayes.
Trail work finished in 1985 was discussed, as well as trait work not
completed and trail wr rk proposed for 1.986. Director Blank then explained
PRAC Minutes of December 12, 198`
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how park dedication funds have boon spent this past year and how the
remaining undesighated balance will be spent. Some of the undesignated
balance in the park dedication account may be spent to remove buildings
west of Niagara Lane that are on Minneapolis property, to buy the house
on Fernbrook Lana next to the Historical Society building, and to buy
asmali house near East Medicine Lake Boulevard which, will be used for
the future regional trail_
b. A list of possible new programs was discussed that could be implemented
to produce more revenue. Some of -the Ideas mentioned included pay
concerts in the amphitheatre ('where Music in Plymouth is held), planning
trips and parties for companies in Plymouth, ads in Plymouth on Parade,
charging swimmers at our beaches, selling beer at tournaments, etc. It
was decided that a committee should be formed to do further research
into revenue producing programs. Carol Beach and Jahn Mullan volunteered
to serve on the committee.
c. Director Blank stated that we would be making our final payment in 1986
on the 19 -acre Bass Lake Playfield contrast -for -deed.. He also mentioned
that a developer may be dedicating 2..8 acres for neighborhood park
proposed in this area. In order to meet neighborhood park requirements,
we wi l I be buy;, -,g an additional 3.2 acres for a total of six acres of
neighborhood park land.
7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION
Chair Edwards encouraged PRAC members to attend the 1986 Minnesota Recreation
and Parks Association Annual Conference which will be in Duluth.
8. STAFF COMMUNICATION
None.
9. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m.
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
3400 PLYMOUTH BLVD., PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447
TELEPHONE (6'12) 559-2800
MEMO
DATE: January 8, 1985
TO: PRAC
FROM: Eric Blank
SUBJECT Annual Report
Enclosed is a draft copy of the annual report for 1985. The
following things still need to be added before the report is
complete
1. Letter of Transmittal from Chair
2. Page numbers on the Table of Contents and on each
Page
3. Budget charts (Appendix)
if time allows prior to Thursday's meeting, please review this
draft copy for corrections, changes or additions that you might
wish to make.
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Letter of Transmittal ---------------------------------------------
MembersMembers of the Commission ---___----------------
Commis ion Attendance Chart ---------------------------------------------
19861986 Goals and Objectives of the Commission -----------------------------
19851985 Commisslon Righlights-----------------------------------------------
Administration -- Administration-- -------------------------------------------------
RecreationRecreation Programs -----------------------------------------------------
SeniorSanior Citizen Programs ------- - - ----_ _ ------ -
Athletic. Programs ------------------ -----------------------------------
EnvironmentalEnvironmental Programs-- ----------- -----------------------------------
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BudgetBudget Charts- ------ - --- -------t----------- ---- - Append i x
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1985 PLYMOUTH PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION
There are seven members on the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, each
appointed for a three-year term by the City Council. The Chair is appointed
by the Mayor from among the members of the Commission and serves for a term
of one year, The Commission serves in an advisory capacity to the City Council.
COMMISSION MEMBERS
Name and Dlstrlc4n Telephone No. n Term Expires
Betty Thretnen, Cr: rice 1' Resigned October 1985)
Carol Beal District 2 473-8245 1131/88
325 Merrin,c Lane Appointed January 1985)
Plymouth, MN 55447
John C. Mullan District 3 559-9205 1131/88
11845 28th Ave N
Plymouth, MN 55441
Barbara Edwards District 4 545-1912 113t187
3935 Orleans Lane
Plymouth, MN 55441
Donald Anderson 545-3548 1/31/B8
417 Union Terrace Lane Appointed July 1985)
Plymouth, MN 55441
Steve Chesebrough, Vice Chair Resigned June 1985)
Judy LaTour 473-6183 1131/88
3525 Highway 101 N
Plymouth, MN 55447
John Reed 559-2523 1131186
1751 W Medicine Lake Dr
Plymouth, MN 55441
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1986 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
1. RECOMMEND PLYMOUTHtS LEISURE OBJECTIVES
To evaluate development trends and population characteristics within the
community, and recommend both short and long-range objectives for leisure
time facilities and programs, including acquisition of land in anticipation
of future development. This effort shalt Involve collaboration with school
districts, service clubs and other community recreational components to
reduce unnecessary program duplication, provide appropriate facilities
4 To knidandinsureconsistencyofCITYrecreationpoliciesanF,Og,%Atllp.
one tri -house training session focusing on future trends, ideas, etc.
2. REVIEW COMPREHENSIVE PARK, TRAIL AND FACILITY NEEDS
To review and update as heeded the Comprehensive Park and Trail System
Plans, based on actual land development as, approved since the System Plan
was adopted In February, 1982. This assessment shall include a review of
the Cityts development patterns) trends and citizen input Including
athletic associations, homeowner associations, schools., etcThe continued
research and study of the need for a community center will be an on-going
project.
3. PLAN THE RECREATION PROGRAMS
To carefully plan the City's recreation programs to insure that they are
responsi,ve to the citizens' desires and needs. Only those programs meet
jog continued public acceptance should be offered. Use past program
participants to help evaluate and develop new program Ideas.
4. HELP PROMOTE PLYMOUTH'S ATHLETIC GROUPS
To deve.lop a program of communication and coordination between the City'sparkandrecreationdepartmentandall. athletic groups in an effort to
better serve all portions of the community.
5. RECOMMEND PARK USAGE POLICIES
To formulate and,recommend to Council policies for appropriate use and
maintenance of park facilities and recreation programs.
6. GET PLYMOUTH.tS CITIZENS INVOLVED
To encourage community service organizations and citizens' groups to
assist in the develcpment and/or maintenance of parks and recreation
facilities. Maximum use of local resources and talents will not only
improve the tot,31park systemandrecreation programming, but will foster
Increased community prlde. To promote cifize:,n involvement in the study
of a possible community center.
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PREPARE THE PARKS C.I.P.
To, develop annually the park and recreation component to the City's five
year Capital Improvements Program (CIP). The parks component should con
sider all capital Improvements needed, as evaluated by PRAC, and the sources
of fund,lng. Submission of this component of the CIP should be to the
Department of Community Development, so that It may be Incorporated Into
the five-year CiP review of the Planning Commission.
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8 REVIEW THE OPERATING BUDGET
To review the City of Plymouth's. Park and Recreation Department's operat
lag budget plan in advance each year, To provide such counsel to the
director of parks and recreation,, and the City Council, as is appropriate,
g. REVIEW DEVELOPER PLANS
To coordinate throughout the year and meet with the Planning Commission
when necessary to review pans that are inconststent to ensure that they
comply with Pl'ymouth's overall plans for both parks and trails.
10. UPDATE 7*0 COUNCIL. g 1 --ANNUALLY
To meet twice annually with Plymouth's City Council if warranted. The
meeting will be ,faint with full membership of both Council and PRAC
invited,. To deliver to the Council presentations of current work and
problems encountered. To solicit the Council's reactions and advice,
11. LEGISLATION
To review and recommend to the City Councli suggestions with regard to
any federal or state legislation which may impact the City's ability to
develop and maintain park and recreation facilities and programs:
12. PARKS TOUR
To conduct a parks tour for PRAC, City Council, Planning Commi'sston
City staff and other Interested citizens prior to the development and
approval of the CIP,
1.3. C"UNiCATE WITH OTHER PARK AND RECREATION AGENCIES
The Commission will strive to communicate and exchange information with
commissioners from other adjoining or overlapping park and recreation
agencies such as New Nape, Maple Grove and suburban Hennepin County parks
19a5 CCOMMION HIGHLIGHTS
New Staff
Ruth Brown joined the recreation staff as a recreation spectallst effective
January 1, 1985. Her special areas of assignment are youth activities and
spectal events. She has also assumed responsJbility for the fall youth
soccer program,
Comprehensive Plan
In January, PRAC held a public hearing to amend the Comprehensive Park and
Trail System Plans. Most of these amendments to the plan were precipitated
by actual devolopmoRts, that had taken lace since 1982. Bight atn.endments
to the park plan andnine amendments to t1h,- trail plan were finally approved
by the C-Ity Council.
Facilities Rental Palicy and Fee Schedule.
In January, PRAC reviewed and approved the 1985 park facilities rental policy
and fee schedule. A SIO per day fee was added for renting a portable public
address system., A $5 per day per scoreboard fee was initiated for the scoro-
boards at the Zachary Playfletd complex.
Resignations from the Commission
On May 22, 1985, Steve Chesebrough resigned from the Park and Recreation
Advisory Commission. During his six years of membership, he was noted for
the fact that he had no absences from PRAC meetings. He also undertook the
task of being the Chairman of the Citizens' Committee to review and study a
proposed community center.
In October, Betty Threinen, Chair of the Park and Recreation, Advisory Commission,
resigned because she, was moving out of the city,. Betty had been on the Commission
for seven years,, serving the past two years as Its Chair. She also served as
the City's liaison to the WayZata Community E,,''ucatlon Advisory Board,
New Commissioners
In January, the City Council appointed Carol Beach to the Park and RecreatloR
Advisory Commission to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of David
Berg,, The City Council also appointed Donald Anderson in July to the Commis-
slon, to fill the vacancy created by Steve Chesebrough.,
Parkers Lake
PRAC conducted a series Of Community meetings which culminated by the end of
the, year In the approval of a comprehensive master plan for Parkers Lake City
Park. The consultant firm of Brauer and Associates was selected to work with
the Commission to develop the plan. A Phase I construction budget of $500,000
was eventually approved by the City Council. Work is expected to commence in
1966.
Neighborhood Park Improvements
The park commission undertook improvements at three neighborhood parks during
1985. Meetings were held with community groups to discuss improvements at
Circle, Green: Oaks and Luce Line parks., Because an agreement on thea location
and the complexity of the Luce Line project could not be reached with the
local neighborhood, this project was eventually dropped. The re -development
of playground equipment at Green Oaks and Circle parks was eventually approved
and constructed during the 1985 season.
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Pilgrim Lane Flementartir School Park
The Commission approved: the second -yeas donation of $5,000 to the Pilgrim Lane
PTO for the Ins't'allation of playground equipment at the Pilgrim Lane Elementary
School park, This fulfilled a, two-year commitment that the Commission had made
In 1984 to the Fl igri'rn Lane PTO,
St. Marv's Church
St. Mary's Church early In the year approached the City with an offer to sell
property to be id as neighborhood park, The Commission and the City Council;
authorized the ,octor of parks and recreation to negotiate a deai for the
acquisition of approximately 11 acres of St. Mary's property. By mid -year,
an agreement had been reached for the: acquisition of the property at a cost
of $120,000 contingent on the approval of the 5t. Maryls Church platting the
entire parcel they owned including four single-family lolls. This deal will
carry over into 1986.
Schmidt Lake. Ne ; ghborhood Park
At the request of neighborhood residnts, the bark Commission recommended the
expenditure of $4,000 to sod the boulevard along 50th Avenue to improve the
appearance of Schmidt Lake neighborhood park.
Park Name
After much discussion the Park Commission finally settled on the name of
Sunrise, Park for the new park that had been previously called Middle Fast
neighborhood park, located north of 29th Avenue and west of County Road 18.
Joint Meeting with Maple Grove
On May 16, 1965, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission held a joint
meeting with the Maple Grove Park and; Recreation. Board. The purpose of the
meeting was two fold; first, to review with Hennepin Parks their plans tot
the development of regional parks and trails that link the two communities
together; and second, to discuss the registration of Plymouth residents. in
Maple Grove/Osseo youth sports programs.
Community Request
In June, the Park Commi'ss i on received three different requests from community
groups;
1. Oakwood 901 Baseball Field Fencing. The Plymouth -Wayzata Baseball
Association requested that the City put a permanent fence up on the
901 baseball diamond at the Oakwood Playfl eld complex., Upon
reviewing this situation, because of the potential future use of
this area as a soccer field,, the Park and Recreation Advisory
Commission recommended to the City Council that a permanent fence
not be Installed at this time. However, they did agree that in the
future, if the need for a soccer field decreased, they would
ras-consider the installation of permanent fencing.
2 Wayzata -Plymouth Soccer Tournament. The Wayzata -Plymouth Soccer
Club requested that the City waive the fee, for the rental of the
soccer fields or their 1985 Youth Soccer Invitational Tournament.
Based on the review of this situation and past practice, the Fark
and Recreation Advisory ss, on recomillended to the CitE Council
that the fee not be wal ad. The City Council concurred with this
recommendation end suggested that the soccer club institute a pro-
cedure of fund raising to off -set the. field rentai cost.
3; A request to extend the troll on Dunkirk Lane north to 34th Avenue
was receive is u1d have entailed an amendment 'to the rompreeceI
iensive Trail Plani It now exists. The comprehensive trail pian
Indicates that the rail, goes north along Dunkirk Lane from County
Road 6 until it intersects with an east/west trollconnecting Fazendln
Park to Maple Creak Park, l3ecause of other more pressT= g trail needs
throughout the community, the Park and Recreation. Advisory C nmtssion
recommended that the extension of this trail got he implementr.J at
this time. if at some time In the future, when other trait needs
are not so great, the Commission agreed that it would be appropr ,,te
to review the:;posslb!e addition of this two -block extension,
New Plats
1n 1985 the Commission had the opportunity to review a number of new plats
throughout the. camnunity, Two of these larger plats f of Imported upon the
park and trail system plan were:
1. Kingsvlew Heights RPUD, The Ktngsview Heights plat is about a 100 -acre
plat located north; of County Road 9 between Fernbrook Lane .and
Niagara Lane bisected by Peony Lane. This plat- contained a number of
small outlots to be used for 'parks and open space purposes throughout
it. Trails in conformance with the City's trail pian along Fernbrook
Lane and County Road 9 were both reviewed and incorporated Into the
comprehensive plan. The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission at the
City Council's requost reviewed 'this development and recommended its
approval and conformance with the City's comprehensive park and trail
system plan.,
2. Lake Ridge Estates. Lake Ridge Estates is a; large, 152` -acre site
located in the north part of Plymouth imtnedlately west of 1-494 and
north of County Road 47, A small section of property south of County
Road 47 near Mud Lake Is also incorporated in the PUD.. Upon review
by the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, they recommended that
a neighborhood park site and various trall outlots be Incorporated
In the development and used for future park purposes. f=inal action
on this development has not been taken as of this writing by, the
City Council.
198E-90 CI P
As they do each ,xear, the Park and Recreation Advisors Commission reviewed and
recommended the adoption of the capital improvements program dealing with parks,
open space and tralls. If Is expected that during the next five years major
work will continue in the areas of neighborhood parks, city parks and trails,
Parks Tour
On Saturday, April 4, three members of the Park and Pecreation Advisory Commis-
sion held a tour of parks in other communities to get Ideas for the Parkers
Lake City Park. Commissioners visited Weaver Lake In Maple Grove, Central
i'ark in Roseville, Phalen Park in St. Paul and Round Lake i'n Eden Prairie.
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ADM'i N i STFAT t ON
1985 PLYMOUTH PARK AND RECREATION STAFF
Eric Blank--------------- -------------_--------_---R_-------Director
Ruth Brown---------------------------------------- Recreation Specialist
Rick Busch----------- ----------------------- Recreation Specialist
Mary Patterson-------------------------------------- Recreation Specialist
Nancy Pederson-------------------------------------------------- Secretary
Donna Sankey-------------------------------------- Part-time Clerk Typist
Joanne Schmid------------------------------------- Senior Program Advisor
Resigned October 1985)
M,,p i nda ifohrt-------------------------------------- Senior Program Advisor,
Began in November 1985)
Mark Peterson----------------------------------- EnvironmentalSupervisor
Steve Gook Forester
Grog Ertz----------------------------------------------- Park Maintenance
Daniel Neitke--------------------------- ------------------ Park Maintenance
Rick Jewett----------------------------------------------- Park Maintenance
Alex Morris --------------------------------------------- Park Maintenance
Gordon Simons ------ -------------------------------------- Park Maintenance
John Wenner--------------------------------------------- Park Maintenance
Carolyn Racine-------------------------------- Park Ma i ntenanrs Secretary
t t NAND 1 A L_
If you are a Plymouth resident, for each $100 in property tax you paid in
1985, on the, average:
13.64 went to the City of Plymouth,
Of this $.13.64,r
11.75 went for general fund purposesand park and recreation activities,:
From the $11.75 for general fund and park and recreation purposes,
2.73 went to Plymouth's Parr, and Recreation Department.
Of that
21 was for Administration
1.43 was for Park Maintenance
26 wa,s for Recreation Programs
83 was for Park Bond Debt Service
2.73
For 1985,, the budgeted r 3nues and expenses of the Park and Recreation Depart-
ment were summarized as follows: (See Appendix 1 for a detailed breakdown.)
Sources of Revenue
Administration
Maintenance
Recreation Programs
Expenditure
Property
lax Fees
State
Grant
Fund
Surplus Interest
81,317 81,317
557,836` 557,836
311,540 103,039 179,501 0 27,000 2,000
TOTALS $950,963 $742,192 $179,501 0 27,000 $2,000
1984 GENERAL FUND 1985 GENERAL FUND
BUDGETED EXPENDITURES BUDGETED EXPENDITURES
78 77%
General. Gov't. General Gov't,
Legal Legal
Community Developmen ' Community Development
Finance Finance
Public Safety Public Safety
Public Works Public Works
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22` Park and 23% Park and
Rec. Rec,
1984 PARK AND RECREATION 1985 PARK AND RECREATION
BUDGETED EXPENDITURES BUDGETED EXPENDITURES
51 52%
Park Maintenance rParkintenance
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10 31% 10`; 30%
Recreat o Park Bond Debt
Recreation Park Bond Debt
Progra Service
Programs, Service
8 8%
Admin
Admin
1984 SHADETREE FUND 1985 SHADE TREE FUND
BY REVENUE SOURCE BY REVENUE SOURCE
10W. 100%
Property Tax Property Tax
PARKS 1986-90 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM
Year
1986 Tra i' I s
Zachary Playfleid concession/restroom building
Neighborhood parte improvements (County Road 61, Imperial Hills,
Queensland, new land acquisition
Plymouth Creek Park dredge pond
Parkers Lake City Park
timber Shores park fishing dock
Plymouth Greek. Park - site planning
1987 Trails
Neighborhood park landacquisition,/development
West Medicine Lake City Park Phase I development
Plymouth Creek Park- dredge pond
West Medicine Lake City Park, landacquisition
1988 Trails
Neighborhood parkland acquisition/development
Plymouth Creek Park dredge pond
West `Medicine Lake City Park -- Phase It development
Community Center
1989 Trails
Neighborhood park land acquisition/development
Bass Lake Playfield or Parkers Lake Playfield development
Plymouth Creek Park dredge pond
1990 Trails
Neighborhood park land acquisition/development
Bass Lake Playfield or Parkers Lake Playfield development
Plymouth Creek Park dredge pond
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NEW RECREATION PROGRAMS FOR 198
Adaptive Creative Movement
Many mentally handicapped individuals especially enjoy moving to music. We
were able to offer this class because of instructor interest and training.
With the birth of her first child', the instructor's time commitments have
changed, and she is no longer available to teach.
A New Bej i nn i ng
This exercise program was designed for those who needed a place to begin getting
back into an exercise program.. The emphasis was placed on exercising at a: pace
suited -to each individual. In order to offer a well-rounded exercise program,
we need to continue to offer entry level classes. A New Beginning is no longer
offered, because the instructor is not available to teach..
Beginning Gu it:: -r
The area of music In our programs has been somewhat lacking except for musical
performances. However, when beginning guitar lessons were offered there was
no interest. it is possible that these needs are being met elsewhere
Cartooning
It's a non -threatening and enjoyable way to encourage, children to draw and
use their creativity.. Unfortunately, the class has limited appeal and scheduling
was a problem. Those who attended the class did. enjoy it.
Dance Program Benefit
A nostalgic film history of dance was presented at Wayzata Fast Junior High for
dance students their families, friends and neighbors. It was very enjoyable
and the proceeds purchased t -shirts for the, dance students.
Dance Video
This innovative program was very enjoyable for those who participated. The
instructor helped them sharpen dance skills, while exploring the technique needed
for video recording of dance. The finished product, called "Zooiook," is played
on cable channel 23, and can be requested by calling 338-1912.
Da camps
Finally, Plymouth succeeds in not one, but two, daycamp programs. The main
daycamp program was offered through the Northstar Daycamp Agency held at Morris
T Baker Park (Long Lake)., Plymouth had the highest in attendance at all weekly
camps. Plymouth's neighborhood parks served as extended sites for kids whose
parents worked and were unable to pick them up before 5 p.m.
The other popular daycamp program ran in cooperation with New Hope Park and:
Recreation, This camp was held at French Park for the young kids and Carver
Park for the older kids The location was the key to this camp's success.
Discoverin_the Wonderful World of Horses
This has been a popular school break activity. Students get a wide variety
of experiences with and on horses at Pat Jenson's School of Horsemanship. The
quality of this introductory program is very high.
Evening Summer Swim Lessons
Traditionally evening classes consisted only of upper level classes. The
addition of lower levels and adult classes serviced those residents unable to
make it to our daytime lessons. The evening lessons also offered special private
lessons and extra help to kids who were having difficulty keeping up in our
daily daytime classes. In the future other specialty classes will be introduced
to the evening program.
Exkioraeion Art
Self expression through a variety of media is explored In this class for K -3rd
graders. Additions to the curriculum were made to allow far special student
Interests. Explorutison Art is being, offered aga%:i,1i:i the winter of 1986.
Frisbee Golf Grand Opening
A tournament and demonstrations were offered for all age groups. The demonstra-
tions included nat i ons: 4 champions from the freestyle and hacky-sack programs,
A cable production was done and will be used to continue promotion of the
frisbee course and future tournaments.
Gingerbread House
Families constructed their childhood dream homes in delight while -munching on
broken candy cane fencing and gumdrop roofing. This program is expected to
continue In the future warranting the availability of an instructor.
Halloween Haunts
Unique to most programming, Halloween Haunts was high In enthusiasm but lower
than anticipated in attendance. This program offered participants the chilling
experience of floating in a pool while watching a haunting movie. For some,
chilling was more than the description of the movi.e.. The pool water and air
temperature also left a chill in your spine.
Jack! Sorensen's Aerobic Workout
Although we, do have a small number of men in our other dance-x-ercise programs,
this program is perhaps more: appealing to men. More emphasis is placed on
flexibility, stretching and floorwork. This is also our only pay as you go
class. It is now offered three days a week and has met with consistent
Interest.
Lake Superior Cruising
This Is an expansion of our basic sailing courses offered in cooperation
with Blue Waters Sailing School. Qualified sailors were given information
on piloting, navigating, weather and other areas important for sailing on
Lake Superior.
LeBody Shop and LeBody Stretch
Both of these programs have been developed by a local exercise professional,
Gretchen Kellogg. They offer a good workout with an emphasis on low Impact
to reduce stress to the body. It falls somewhere between aerobic dancing
and Jazzercise in regard to the amount of "dance" involved.
Letters to Santa
Eighty-six letters arrived in Santa's mailbox. stationed at the Park and
Recreation office. Volunteer groups responded to all letters so that they
were returned by Christmas, It was an adoring project and highly recommended
to continue in future years.
Over 50 and Fit
Health care professionals designed this program aimed at gradual permanent
changes in strength, stamina and flexibility. We are hoping to gradually build
attendance by encouraging participation through the Plymouth senior clubs,
Self Defense for Parent and Child
This class was offered in response to a participant request. Families with
children as well as adults participated together.
Swim-A-Rama
This program, offered mini-classes that gave special attention to skills which
most kids have difficulty learning.. Classes were four days/half-hour lessons.
On Friday, special classes were held that brought the fun 'back in fundamentals.
Participants were taught new water games and skills in group and individual
activities. If pool time permits, it is encouraged to do this type of programming
again,
A Taste of Art
Discovering exciting art projects, children reviewed new types of art, i.e.,
collage, prints, batik and scrimshaw.. Because of the many project alternatives,
IT is anticipated that this class will continue year-round.
The Total Workout
Developed by a local exercise instructor, the workout incorporates calisthenics
with an aerobic workout set to music. The class is offered in the mornings in
northeastern Plymouth, rounding out our programs geographically.
Triathlons
In cooperation with Hennepin Parks, a winter and summer triathlon were held at
Clifton E. French Regional Park in Plymouth. Participation was lower than
anticipated but enthusiasm was high. Weather and date play a large role in
the success of both triathions. From those who competed, they were very happy
with the races. Securing sponsors remains to be a very crucial part of promoting
these races The department policy and recruitment of sponsors will be more
escriptive W the future,
1985 ACTIVITY ENROLLMENT
Youth Activities of Classes of Participant
Adaptive Recreation a 54
Children's Trips (includes 16 273
downhill skiing)
Dance 20 255
Dance Video 2 9
Daycamp 2 44
Dog Show 1 42
Firearm Safety Training 5 137
Gymnastics 31 405
Gymnastics Summer Camp 2 25
Gym, Swim and Movie Day 1 25
Discovering the Wonderful World
of Horses, 2 37
Halloween Haunts 2 43
Letters to Santa 1 86
Mother Goose 1 11
Musical Trolley 1 24
PITS 240 (30 stops/week) 2,429
PITS Club 1 7
Play Pals/Playtime Discovery 15 122
Puppet Wagon 224 (28_stops/week) 5,683
School- Break Cinema Special 1 78
Swimming Lessons 901
Teeny Tumblers 5 56
Adult Activities
Aerobic Dancing 14 234
A New Beginning 3 51
Bits and Pieces 3' 51
Daytime Ski Trips, 8 37
Getaway Trips 14 140
iceman Triathlon 1 14
Jazzercise 30 1,492
LeBody Shop 2 32
Over 50 and Fit 1 9
classes introduced in 1985.
Adult Activities (con't.) # of Classes_ of Participants
See and Ski Show i 6
60 -Minute Workout 3 50
Summer Triathlon 1 28
The Total Workout Z 22
Trivial Pursuit Tournament 1 28
Wallyball 3 67
Waterpolo 3 37
Women's,3odybuilding 2 17
For All Ages
American Karate 8 173
Boardsailing 9
Community Concerts 4` 900
Cross -Country Ski School 1 98
Family Fare 4 32
Frisbee Golf -Grand Opening 1 30
Gingerbread House Workshop 1 27
Life. Be In it. Water Carnival 1 118
Picnic Kits 33 uses 1,131
Sailing 3 56
Self Defense for Parent 8 Child 1 7
Shakespeare Festival 2 90
Swim -A -Rama 12 96
classes introduced in 1985.'
1984-85 CLASS COMPARISON
1984 1985
Classes Enrollment Classes Enrollment
Youth 568 9,598 667 10,771
Adults 66 2,037 92 2,218
All Ages 58 2,992 59 2,671
leaches 18,106 15,476
Open Swim 1,012 753
NUMBER OF NON-RESIDENTS IN PROGRAMS
1984 1985
Youth 112 161
Adults 432 773
All Ages 92 55
Swimming 105 125
The above statistics do not include any participation in athletics or
senior citizen programs.
SENIOR ACTIVITIES
The senior advisor works with three senior clubs in Plymouth and attends these
club meetings monthly:
St. Mary of the Lake "Over 55" Club
This club meets the first Monday of each month at St. Mary of the Lake Church.
The group averages 40 ,members attending each month. Club members have a pot-
luck luncheon, after which,a short business meeting is held. Card playing
follows. Many of the members in this club also belong to the Plymouth Senior
Club.
Wayzata Senior Citizens Club
This club was one of the first senior groups organized in the area. They meet
twice a month (second and fourth Fridays) at the Messiah Methodist Church in
Plymouth. The majority of the members are older seniors and residents of
Plymouth. This group averages 35 members per meeting and has a bag lunch with
dessert and cof`ee served by members. A short business meeting follows, and
at the first mE,;ting, they have a program. Cards are played at the second
meeting.
Plymouth Senior Club
This group meets on the third Monday of the month at the West Medicine Lake
Community Club building. This group donates the s?ace to the seniors for
their monthly meeting. This club averages 90-100 members per meeting. Follow-
ing a catered lunch, a short meeting is held. An entertaining program is
sometimes presented, after which cards are played. Blood pressure screenings
are offered every other month.
Program Committee - The senior advisor meets quarterly with seniors
to plan programs for senior club meetings and also to plan special
events.
Care and Share - The senior advisor meets with theexecutiveboard of
Care and Share monthly. This group keeps volunteer hours of seniors
who are involved in the following volunteer jobs: friendly visiting,
driving seniors, Ambassador Nursing Home, Courage Center, etc. With
the help of the advisor, this group also presents new volunteer oppor-
tunities to seniors.
Seniors in the clubs of Plymouth receive the Suburban Community Services
newsletter. This newsletter strives to bring information pertinent to the
retired adult and to the seniors in the Plymouth area.
Special Events
Each month (except June, July and August) two special events are planned for
the seniors. These events are planned by the representatives of the Plymouth
clubs. Programs at these events are both entertaining and/or educational
1985 programs included: Movie Time in Plymouth held monthly at St. Mary's
of the Lake School, with films shown on various subjects and refreshments
served afterwards. The Coffee and Dessert Program was held monthly at the
same location. Some of the programs included Historical Society Presenta-
tions: "Geology of Ancient Minnesota," "Strange and Interesting Places in
Minnesota," and "History of Minnesota Indians." Other programs offered were:
Over the Counter Drugs" and "The Aging Eye." Coffee and dessert was served
at each event. The average attendance was 16 people.
Along with these events, other activities are available with bus transportation
being made possible through the senior advisor.. These included Music in Plymouth
at the Plymouth City Center, Northwestern Bell's Harvest Fest in Robbinsdale,
and a bingo party sponsored by the Plymouth Jaycee Women of Today. The average
number of Plymouth residents at these events was 75-80 persons.
Other events through the year included Officers Training Workshop for
senior club officers and a special morning for seniors to shop at Target
stores for the holidays.
Trips
The senior advisor also plans and escorts monthly trips for the seniors. Trips
offered in 1985 included: The Federal Reserve and Calhoun Square; Bachman's
and Bandana Square Ice Follies and Old Country Buffet; Lowell Inn in Still-
water; Mantorville; Japanese Garden at Normandale; Fort Snelling and Fore-
paugh's; University of Minnesota Showboat Minnesota, State Fj ir; Canterbury
Downs; Fall Color Tour; Halloween Chow Mein Party; "The Return of Comet
Halley" at -the Minneapolis Planetarium and Bishop's Buffet; and the Art
Center's Holiday Home Tour. The average number of Plymouth seniors was
approximately persons
Other Programs and Services for Seniors
During the year, various other services are available to Plymouth seniors
Energy Assistance - Senior volunteers from the community helped
qualifying householders apply for energy assistance. Financial
help is available to help with heat related energy costs. The
program runs from October to May.
Tax Assistance - The City Center in Plymouth was staffed by senior
volunteers to help seniors complete their income and property tax
forms. This service was available from February 1 through April 15,
1985.
Monthly Calendar - Each month, a calendar of events for seniors is
made available at the club meetings. This calendar includes all
regular and special events for Plymouthseniors.
Cable TV - Several seniors in Plymouth are involved with the Cable TV
network. Monthly meetings are held, and the group writes, produces
and films its own shows. There is a wide variety of shows which
include interviews, demonstrations and educational programs.
Bridge Club - Each week, a group meets to play bridge in an informal
setting. No instruction is provided, and new members are always
encouraged to come.
55 Alive/Mature Driving Course - A two day driving course for seniors
provid•-d by the American Association of Retired Persons was offered to
help seniors improve their driving skills and get reduced insurance rates.
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Classes The following classes were offered for senl`ors of Plymouth
at the Boardwalk, in Wayzata; beginning needlepoint, watercolor and
oil painting, bx'qnning crocheting, knitting and tatting.
Counseling Suburban Outreach to Seniors West offered counseling to
Plymouth seniors who had experienced major changes in their lives and
needed help with adjustment,
Ski IIs 'Bank/Chore Service An attempt to organize: a skills bank/chore
service was made in the Plymouth area:: Since the response in the
community was so ;mall, the project was dropped.
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SPECIAL EVENTS IN 1985
USSSA Boys World Softball Tournament
On August 1-4, Plymouth was host to the United States Slowpltch Softball Assoc-
iation Boys
ssoc-
iationBoys World Tournament. This was the first USSSA world tournament ever
held in Minnesota. Fifty-two teams from around the country participated in this
event held at Zachary Playfield.
The opening ceremonies included a performance by the Wayzata High School dance
line and the parade of teams onto the field. This was followed by a free dinner
for all the teams, sponsored by area merchants and served by the Plymouth
Optimists.
National championships were awarded in three categories. senior boys (15 and
under"), junior boys (15 aad under) and PeeWee Boys (12 at' under)., The PeeWee
Boys World Championship was won by East Lake, Ohio, with ,•he runner --up coming
from Tullhoma, Tennessee.. The Junior Boys Championship was won by the Sylvester
Flyers from Georgia. This was the fourth time in the last five years the Flyers
have won the national championship. The runner-up team was Mark's Boys from
Kentucky. The most competitive of the three divisions was. the Senior Boys
division with 33 teams. The first pia,ce team, with a record of six wins and
zero losses, was Trussels from Buena Vista, Virginia., The runner-up team
was Heights Boosters from Columbia Heights, Minnesota, with a 5-2 record.
The third place team was Wayne Gang from North Carolina with a 6-2 record.
The Hardy's softball team from Maplewood, Minnesota, finished eighth in the
tournament.
At the national USSSA convention in November, the City of Plymouth received
a special commendation for its efforts in conducting this tournament.
MRPA State Co-Rec `tournaments
Plymouth hosted six teams for the first time in the Minnesota Recreation and
Park Association State-Co-Rec Softball Tournaments held September 6-8.,
in. co-rec ball', five men and five women play together on each team State
tournaments are held in three different categories depending on the type of
ball used:: 1611, 14" and 12"/11" ball (men hit the 121' ball and women hit
the 1111 ball)
in the 16" division, Classic Conversions of Maple Grove defeated Green Streets
of Eden Prairie for the championship. Mike's Pro Shop of Shoreview emerged
as champion in the 11"/12" division over runner --up Popeye's of Minneapolis.
The most excitement was in the 14" division where defending state champion
Cargill from Hopkins was upset by Norstan of Plymouth. Norstan lost their
second game but came back through the laser's bracket to win six straight
games, including beating Cargill twice for the championship. This was only
the second state softball championship ever for a Plymouth team. The first
was one month earlier when the Norstan men's team won the State Class C
Industrial Tournament.
YOUTH ATH'1 TI% ASSOCIATIONS AND SPORTS CLUBS SERVING PLYMOUTH RESIDENTS
The Ctty of Plymouth, due to its size and the fact that it contains parts of
four school districts:, #27C -Hopkins, #279 ---Osseo. #281-Robbinsdale and #284 -
Wayzata, is served by many youth athletic associations and sports clubs. The
groups are listed below, along with the ages they serve;
New Hope -Plymouth Athletic Association (School District 2.81)
Baseball. (ages 9.18
Basketball (grades 7-9)
Hockey (ages 6-16)
Soccer (ages 6--16
Football (ages 7-13
No"'thwest Soccer Club (ages 10-I5)
District #284 Baseball/Softball
Boys (ages 7-18)
Girls (ages. 7-15;)
District #284 Youth Hockey Association
Boys and Girls (ages 6-16)
Plymouth/Wayzata Youth Basketball Association
Boys and Girls (grades 4-9)
Wayzata .Ioccer Club
Boys and Girls (ages 6-18)
Wayzata Wrestling Club
Boys and, Girls (all ages)
Minnetonka Athletic. Associatio i Football
Boys, and Girls (grades 4-8)
Osseo -Maple Grove Athletic Association (School District #279)
Basebali (ages 9-18)
Football (ages 9-12)
Osseo -Maple Grove Hockey Association
Boys and Girls (ages 5-16)
Oriole Basketball (School District #279)
Boys and Girls (grades 3-9)
1985 PLYMOUTH PLAYFIELD USAGE
PLAYFIELD SOFTBALL
W
BASEBALL
901
BASEBALL SOCCER
TACKi..E
FOOTBALL
TOUCH
FOOTBALL BROOMBALL
OF NRS
HOCKEY
4 -MAN
HOCKEY
OAKWOOD 25 25 72 292 24 0 0 64 0
II LAGONLP r 10 30; 0 0 0' 0 0 56 0
RIDGEMOUNT 8 2 14 106 _ 5 0 0 72 0
PLY. CRK. 270 0 60 67 21 0 45 56 O
PLY JR HIGH 85 74 0 100 10 0 0 80 0
ZACHARY 1,385 8 65_— 116 0 102 0 72 63
TOTAL 1,763 139' 204 681 60 102 45 400 63
This. is the
teams, and
or any team
number of games played by
private groups on Plymouth
practises,
the youth athletic
playflelds.
associations,
It does not
Plymouth Park and Recreation Department, school
include school physical education classes, intramurais
FAC1 Li T I ES
LaCompte Park Oakwood Park Plymouth Park
2 softball/baseball f-ieids 3 soccer/football; fields 3 softball/baseball ',lelds
1 hockey rink 1 softball/baseball field 3 soccer/football fields;
1 90' baseball field 2 hockey rinks
Ri dgemount__Park
1 softball/baseball field
1 901 baseball fleld
2 soccer/football fields
2 hockey rinks
1 hockey rink
Zaehary_Park
4 softbaiI/baseball fleids
1 90' baseball field
2 soccer/football fields
2 hockey r W s
k
M
Plymouth Creek Park
2 softball/baseball flalds
0 90,' baseball field
1 soccer/football field
2 hockey rinks
PROGRAM 1979 1980 1981 1962 1983 1984 1985
Fail Open Gym Basketball 20 26 15 34 25 62 57
Winter Open Gym Basketball 24 20 2,0 24 20 16 45
Spring Open Gym Basketball 12 15 12 30 16 20 30
Youth Basletba l` l Camp 50 70
Fall Open Gym Volleyball 30; 20 45 30 25 39 30
Winter Open Gym Volleyball 28 30 46 32 36 19 12
Spring Open Gym Volleyball 30 27 24 30 34 26 44
Volleyball instruction 36 22 18 36
Youth Wrestling Instruction 50 32 28 20 20 40
Youth Soccer Instruction 60 60
T -.bale 268 208 112 140 250 160 226
Youth: Softball 75 68 53 60 101
Ice Skating Instruction 250 16S 74 44 57
Archery instruction 13
Soot Hockey Tournament 78 102 108 78
Spring Tennls,Ins.truction. 64 72 99 80 97 57 93
Summer Tennis instruction 253 205 161 148 187 178 195
Juniors Tennis League 40 32 35 34 35
Spring Te.nnts Leagues 16 28 27 8 11
Summer Tennis Leagues 52 87 64 68 48 62
Fall Tennis Leagues 8 5
City Tennis Tournament 28 18 40
Open Tennis Tovrnament 42 108 Ill 117 82 94 39
Jrs, Tennis Tournament 28 30
Spring Golf Instruction 60 91 86 90 82 97 72
Summer Golf Instruction 57 164: 67 71 103 167 102
Fail Golf Instruction 24
Juniors Golf League 41 57 48 130 41 25
Ladies Go i f League 23 18'
Weight Training Instruction 66 36 32
Vikings Training Camp Trip 31 20 40
Twins Game Trip 116 135 180 360
TOTAL 963 1,322 1,409 1,62.6 1,694 1,711 1,855
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ENROLLMENT IN PLYMOUTH ADULT TEAM SPORTS 1979--85
1979 1980 1981 1982 1983 1984 1985 ,
Fall 3 -Man Basketball 22 16 24 32 32 36
Wntr 3 -Man Basketball 18 27 27
Spring 3 -Man Basketball 16 22 19 28 32 24 32
5 -Man Basketball 6 8 8 12 F12 12 16
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Wntr bal1
Power,, Vo i It, _
20 29
7 7 11 8 18
13 14 10 14 12 12 12
4' -Man Football 11 14 24 28 29. L9
Co-Rec Broomball 6 12 12 12 10
Fall Floor Hockey- 6 5
Sprinq Ft gr Hockey 9 5
4 -Man Hockey 14 14 14
Summer Softball 56 SO 72 100 124 123 139
Fall Softball 22 32 37 30 48'
Whiffleball 5
TOTA1, 91 137 174 253 332 358 425'
Softball Tournaments
Plymouth Open (1.981-52 teams, 1982-33 teams)
Plymouth Industrial (1981-20 teams, 1982-23 teams, 1983-26 teams, 1984-18 teams,
1985-16 teams)
MRPA Men's State Industrial (1483-85 teams, 1984-15 teams)'
MRPA State Co-Rec Tournament (1985.-59 teams)
USSSA Divisional Men's Class B Industrial (1983-26 teams)
USSSA Divisional Men''s Class C' (1984-81 teams
USSSA Boys World Tournament (1985-52 teams)
Pick--Up Sticks
PARK NUNT£N&NU MONTH-B1-MONTR CALENDAR
December -February
1.. Sweep, shovel,, and Flood rinks;
2. 'Trash pickup.;
3.Building inspection and repair.
4. Cross Country Ski Trail Maintenance in Plymouth Creek Park.
March`
Remove hockey -nets.,
2. Clean and, repaint warmitig houses.
3. Build and repair woodci vaikways for warming houses.
4 Build picnic. tables.
Repair play structures-
6. tructuresS. Equipment change -over for spring and summer seasons.
7`. Building inspection and repair.
fpr 1
i. Order and pick up athletiv field marking compound and paint.
2.: Fertilize parks..
3. Prepare beaches
4. Put up fences.
5. Prepare softball fields,
6, Seed; general skating areas.,
7. Repair play structures.
8.. Building inspection and repair,
9. Irrigation system check.
May -August
1, now and trim parka.
2.. Clean and sake beaches..
3.. Maintain, line, and paint athletic fields,
4. Repair play structures.
5. Cemetery maititenance.
6.. Prepare for Music in Plymouth.
7. Trail construction.
8. Pick up trash.
9.. Building inspection and repair.
September
1. Mow and trim; parks
2. Maintain. line and paint athletic fields.
3. Repair play structures..
4.Fertilize and spray parks.
5. Take: down fences.
6. Ready beach for wintery take in buoys.
7 Pick up trash.
8. Building inspection and repair.'
October
1. Now and trim parks.
Z. Aerate parks.
3. Repair play structures.
4. Pick up trash.
5. Check furnaces..:
6. Close tennis courts.
i, 7. Building inspection and repair.
8., Outside water systems flushed.
1985
Novemberr
1. Equipment change -aver for winter season,
Z Grade general skating rinks.
3. Playground structure repair.
4. Put out wooden walkways
S. Prune and wrap park _trczs.
6. Beginflooding skating rinks,
7. But inspection and repair.
1985:
MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES BY SEASON
Winter
Park Maintenance crews maintain 11 hockey rinks and 18 general skating rinks
at 18 locations throughout the City. Duties consist of daily grooming and
resurfacing of rinks on a Monday through Saturday basis. Buildings are checked
daily while garbage hauling takes place weekly. Park signs are constructed
and special repairs or painting projects take place.,
Spring
Buildings are cleaned, wood surfaces stained and walls repainted.. General
skating areas are leveled and seeded. Park and play stricture inspections
take, place and, repairs are made. Equipment change over takers place for the
upcoming turf season. Seventeen thousand pounds of 'flertilizer is applied
to our parks and 40 gallons of herbicide. Our two swimming beaches are made
ready. Buoys are strung out, sand raked, and buildings made operational.
The. City's cemetery requi
NEW PARK MAINTENANCE EQUIPMENT
Quad Trac (Groomer)
This is a miniaturized version of a large trail groomer used on ski slopes,
snowmobile, and cross-country ski trails. It is a track -type vehicle with
attachments for grooming and setting of the tracks for our cross-country ski
trail.
Aerator
This piece of equipment consists. of many spines or coring, devices or.. cylin-
drical drums. It is towed behind a tractor for the purpose of aerating Che
soil. It pulls cores of soil out and deposits them on the surface to help
alleviate compaction of the soil, on our athletic playing surfaces.
1985 one Ton Dump Truck
This is basically an all purpose vehicle utilized for transportation, towing,
plowing, etc, It will have an added feature of a power lift tailgate. This
will enable us to eliminate heavy lifting of materials up into the box.,
1985 4 X -L-Pickup:
P;`mary uses are for transporting maintenance people, towing, and plowing
throughout the park system and to perform various forms of maintenance.
1985.CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
We had two major park reconstruction projects this summer which consisted. of:
1. Total removal of existing play structures.
2. Site preparation.
3. Installation of retaining walls and decks.
4. Installation of play structures.
5. Installation of play surface material.
a. Concrete and asphalt pads and paths.
7. Landscaping.
The work.was done on s cooperative type basis in that it was done with inhouse
people as well as on -a contractual basis. The two parks are Green Oaks and
Circle Park.
Plymouth Playfield building entry ways needed total reconstruction. We
experienced major frost problems which forced us to installa. drain tile
system and an intricate base material and concrete pad in order to alleviate
any future problems.
Sunrise Park picnic area was created. The wooded area in Sunrise Park was
preserved during the construction of the park itself in 1984. Over the years
this area was what appeared to be a dumping, ground for the local farm. We.
employed the Twin Cities Tree Trust (youths 12--17 years) to perform the major
cleaning and restoration of the site. Many loads of concrete., trash, and
brush were hauled away.
We also utilized the Twin Cities Tree Trust people to clear and woodchip a
major portion of our cross-country ski, trail located in Plymouth Creek Park.
1985
1,985 CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS CONTINUED
The first phase of landscaping at Maple Creek Park was impl.emented.consi,st ng of
sodding, installation of plant materials, and sign installation.
Bituminous pathway upgrading took; place: at Green Oaks, Imperial Hills, and Shiloh
Parks.
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1985
1985 FORESTRY PROGRAM
The Forestry Program involves the regulation of the trees and other plant life
growing on City property. This includes: disease and pest control an extensive
forestation and reforestation of public park land, the removal of hazardous trees,
weed control, public land encroachment, public information for the care and main-
tenance of trees, shrubs and other plant life, and other projects and duties
Involving the environmental concern of the City of Plymouth.
Disease; Control
There were More losses due to Dutch elm disease in 1985 than in recent past years.
Over 1,750 elms were condemned, which comprises no more than 50% of the trees that
could have been marked.
Reforestation
The spring 1985 planting season marked. the beginning of several projects. One was
the use of a large tree spade for the relocation of large. trees. This occurred -
mostly in Green Oaks Park. Contract reforestation occurred mostly in the two
newly established parks, Sunrise and Maple Creek. Sixty trees were planted in
these parks by contract. A strong emphasis was placed on bare -root planting
In 1985. Eighty-four trees were planted along the County Road 61 walking path,
and 30-40 bare -root trees were planted throughout the City's parks. Good soil,
or the absence thereof, seems to be the biggest limiting factor in the success
rate of these trees. In areas like County Road 61 where the soil is rated
success.fair, our was
where the soilis poor,
ourasuucccessaareas
e
rate has been muchless(50%)
many of
Becauseour
parks,
of
this, emphasis must be toward potted material '.n the future or the standard
contract pianti,ng.
Forty to 50 trees were moved from the City's nursery and planted in the parks,
In addition to 750 seedlings which were planted throughout various parts of the
City.
Weed/Nuisance Vegetation Control
In accordance with the State of Minnesota and Hennepin County, the City of
Plymouth enforces the noxious weed law. In addition to the noxious weed ordinance,
Plymouth has an eight -inch height ordinance on all nuisance vegetation in
residential areas of the City. Agricultural cash crops, under cultivation and
City designated natural areas are not subject to the height ordinance, but must
comply with state noxious weed laws. Again in 1985, the Forestry program employed
the same seasonal weed Inspector. Notices to remove 'noxious weed or nuisance
vegetation were, served to 448 private properties. This is a 1% increase over
the number of notices served in 1984. With increased development, It should
be expected that this number will increase in 1986 and subsequent years, until
much more of Plymouth is fully populated.
Encroachments
Plymouth City parks, natural areas, easements and other City -owned hands are
Intended for the use, benefit and enjoyment of the general public. Occasionally,
Individuals will encroach upon public lands with play structures, trees/shrub
plantings, gardens, lawn trimmings, etc., posing safety hazards, maintenance
obstructions or aesthetic non -conformities. These encroachments must be removed
from City -owned lands (usually within 10 days)'. The 1985 season showed only a
few instances of non-conformance. This is most likely due to more defined
property boundaries and a growing awareness on the part of the citizens. We
would anticipate this problem to remain at a minimum in the years to came.
Contractual Services
The Forestry program deals in a number of services through the use of insured
private contractors. The areas are::. diseased tree removal (public and some
private), diseased tree hauling/disposal, weed cutting (public and some private)
stump removal and reforestation - all awardod on a low -bid basis,. This form
of administration allows the City to carry I these services economically
with the least amount of manpower and equ nt while maintaining quality and
control of operations.
In 1985, revisions were made to the following contracts to enhance production
and make the City's position stronger in securing the provisions of the contract:
tree removal, tree hauling, reforestation and weed removal.,
New and On -Going Projects
The newest of project's for Forestry has been the tree replacement program. This
was implemented to increase public awareness for the diseased tree program, for
trees in general, and as a supplement to replenish our urban forest.
The reforestation of Parkers Lake will be the largest project we. will have to
undertake in 1986. Since the development will be done in stages, so will the
planting of the areas. Most of this will be done in the fall of 1986.
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COMMISSION ON MINNESOTANS OUTDOORS
Box 51 500 latayetle Rd. St. Paul, MN. 55146
x January 1986
Rear Friend;
Fn November 1985, the State of Minnesota appointed a Commission on Minnesotans
Outdoors. This Commission, formed by Governor Rudy Perpich to assist the
Presidential Commission on Americans Outdoors, will review the state of
Minnesota's and the nation's recreation resources, It will make
recommendations to ensure that Minnesotans and Americans will have the
recreation resources needed in the year 2000.
The issues at hand are important for the future of Minnesota. Now we deal
with our needs will influence our quality of life as well as our recreation
economy. As chair of Minnesota's Commission, I am seeking advice from you and
other highly qualified citizens and organizations about the status of outdoor
recreation today and about our needs for the future.
I urge you to share your ideas and comments relative to two major questions:
1) What will Minnesotans want to do outdoors in the year 2000? 2) How can
we be sure there will be adequate opportunities to do these things?
We will hold four hearings around the state to solicit testimony from
Minnesotans of all age groups and ethnic backgrounds representing different
outdoor interests. Hearings will be held between 4 and 7 p.m. in the
following communities: Duluth, February 4 Mankato, February 11; Moorhead,
April2; Minneapolis/St. Paul, April 9, 1985, If possible, please provide a
written copy of your remarks for the record. But most importantly, plan to
join us to share your ideas in person.
In organizing your thoughts, please give particular attention to the following
issues.
Shuuld the federal government be; contributing to outdoor recreation
programs and facilities in Minnesota? Why?
How can we do a better job of acaairing and developing state and local
lands for recreation purposes in our state?
How can state and local government improve the operation and maintenance
of outdoor recreation facilities?
Are there needs and opportunities for new recreation programs, and
are there existing recreation programs that are no longer necessary?
Enclosed is a stamped, self-addressed postcard. Please complete and return
the card, indicating which hearing you will be able to attend. We are +raking
arrangements for a hearing site in each city, and prompt return of this card
will allow us to plan carefully.. Detailed information on meeting sites and
agendas will be forthcoming.
We hope you will join in this cooperative effort to help shape the future of
recreation in Minnesota and in our nation. I look forward to tweeting you and
hearing your ideas.
Harm Regards,
t
Marlone Johnson
Lieutenant Governor, State of Minnesota
Lieutenant Governor Marlene Johnson, Chair
Members: Beverly Anderson Robert Dunn Mary Kenny William Kirchner Agan Paye Wayne Orson Rod Searle
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NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Kate Hanson, Commission on Minnesotans
Outdoors 612-296=6157.
St. Paul -M The Commission on Minnesotans Outdoors is seeking interested
citizens and organizations to testify on the questions: khat will
Minnesotans want to do outdoors in the year 2000? Now can we be sure
there will be adequate opportunities to do`these things?
Based.on the testimony, the Commission will make recommendations to the
President's Commission on American Outdoors next spring.
The Minnesota Commission, which is chaired by Lt. Governor Marlene
Johnson, will gather testimony in a series of hearing throughout the
state:
Duluth February 4, 1986;
Mankato - February 11, 1986,
Moorhead April 2, 1986;,
Minneapolis/$t. Paul April 16, 1986.
Specific information on meeting locations will be be announced at a
future date.
The eight -member Commission hopes to hear from community leaders,
recreation and tourism professionals and the public at large. Testimony
is expected to focus on recreation needs of Minnesotans, community
benefits from recreation development, the relationship of recreation and
the quality of life in Minnesota, recreation financing, and economic
effects of recreation development.
Both the President's Commission and the Minnesota Commission are
patterned after a similar effort in the early 1960s. At the federal
level, that effort resulted in creation of the National Wilderness
Preservation System, the Wild and Scenic Rivers System, and the Land' and
Water Conservation Fund, which since 1964 has generated more than
100 million for state and local park development in Minnesota.
At the state levet, the effort also yielded many programs,, including a
matching grFnt program for local parks, provided by the Legislative
Commission un Minnesota Resources-; a major state bonding program,
Resource 2000, for state recreation area acquisition and development;
and, the state Outdoor Recreation Act, which calls for designation,
planning, and management of major recreation areas in Minnesota
The early commissions, according to Johnson, rendered their findinggs
over 20 years ago. "It's time to reassess the status of our recreation
needs," she says, "and our ability to meet them."
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other Commission members are Beverly Anderson Minneapolis, biomedical
researcher, at V1 Company and an outdoors enthusiast; Robert Dunn,
Princeton, former state senator and former chair of the Waste Management
Board; Mary Kenny, Bloomington,, executive director of the Minnesota
Council of State Parks;_ William Kirchner, Richfield, chair of
the Richfield Bank and Trust Company and former state senator; Alan
Page, Minneapolis, special assistant to the attorney general; Wayne
Olson, St. Paul, attorney and former commissioner of the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources; and Rod Searle, Waseca, a former
speaker of the:4innesota House of Representatives.
Individuals interested in additional information or wishing to testify
at any of the hearings should call Kate Hanson, Coordinator of the
Commission on Minnesotans Outdoors phone 612-296-6157.
1986 PARK FACILITY RENTAL POLICIES AND FEE SCHEDULE
The City of Plymouth's Park and Recreation facilities are provided for the whole --
some leisure -time activities of all City residents. Use of these facilities
is governed by policies established by the Plymouth City Council as recommended
by the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. The following procedures and
policies have been developed for park facility usage. It is the responsibility
of the Park and Recreation Department to administer these policies fairly and
equitably.
Any group wishing to use Plymouth's park facilities should make a request in
writing providing as much lead time as possible. Permit request forms are
available through the Park and Recreation. Department. Seven days is the
minimum request time for any facility usage. Requests will be filled based
on availability and facility condition. It is the City's policy that the
long-range care and maintenance of all park facilities takes precedence over
any single event. Permits will be denied and/or revoked when and if the City
believes damage may occur to park facilities. The decision to grant or revoke
a permit is solely up to the discretion of the director of Park and Recreation
and/or his appointee. By adopting this policy, the City reinforces its commit-
ment to provide clean, safe and fun parks for every resident`s enjoyment.
A. Permits for park facilities for everyday use will be considered by the
following priority lists
1. Youth athletic associations serving Plymouth residents.
2. Plymouth Park and Recreation sponsored programs.
3. Plymouth resident groups (501 of the group must be Plymouth residents).
4. Plymouth non-profit civic organizations, i.e., Civic League, Lions,
Jaycees, etc
5. Registered teams participating in City programs.
E. Private Plymouth companies.
7. Churches located within Plymouth.
8. Outside groups (eligible for tournament and special -event rental only).
B. Youth Athletic Association Reservations
1. Youth athletic associations dealing with Plymouth youth, will be given
free use of baseball softball, football, soccer and hockey facilities
to conduct their normal day--to-day programs. Free lighting will be
provided only after these groups have made maximum use of daylight hours.
This will include games and league playoffs. Lights for practice are
only provided for hockey. Other groups are expected to make maximum
use of daylight hours for practice.
a. No inning or quarter may start after 10:00 p.m. Monday through
Saturday or after 9:00 p.m. on Sunday.
2. Youth associations wishing to conduct invitational, district or state
competitions on Plymouth facilities will be required to meet
rental fees as outlined later in this policy. These rental fees will
be used to offset the care and maintenance of facilities provided for
such special tournaments.
3. Facilities will be provided to youth athletic associations based on the
percentage of Plymouth children participating in their program. At the
conclusion of each sport season, each association shall compile and
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Pd R t= t t detailed anal sic of the 3providetothearkDanecreaioneparmenay _
number of teams, games played, practices held and youth involved in
their association so that a determination can be made as to the percentage
of facilities to be allocated the following year. Croups that do not
provide registration information won't be given permits.
C. Adult facility Reservations
Plymouth adult groups (neighborhoods, companies., churches, etc.) can apply
for field use by obtaining a one-time permit through the Park and Recreation
office according to the requirements listed below;
1. Permits will only be granted to Plymouth Park and Recreation teams,
Plymouth youth athletic associations, Plymouth civic groups, Plymouth
sports clubs, Plymouth commies, Plymouth churches and groups of
people made up of at least 50% Plymouth residents,
D.
2. Two permits per group per week.,
3. You cannot have more than two permits pending at one time. As soon
as you use one, you can request another.
4. Permits may be requested up to two weeks in advance.
5. Requests may be phoned in (559-2800 x 266) and permits picked up at
our office Mondays until 6 p.m. or Tue—Fri until. 4:30 p.m.
b. No alcoholic beverages (including beer) are allowed on park grounds,
in parking areas or on City streets unless a permit has been granted by City.
7. Plymouth Park and Recreation reserves the right to cancel any permit
due to unplayable field conditions.
Tournaments
We will begin accepting applications February 1, 1986.
1. Softball tournaments which are sanctioned by the Minnesota Recreation
and Parks Association will get a $30 discount on their total rental fee.
2.. No game may start before 8:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday or before
10:00 a.m. on Sunday.
3. No inning or quarter may start after 10:00 p.m. Monday through 'Saturday
or after 9:00 p.m. on Sunday,
4. No motorized vehicles or machines are permitted on park property
without the written consent of the Park and Recreation Department.
5. Applications for food vending permits and 'beer permits must be made
through the Plymouth City Clerk.
6. In the event of total cancellation of a tournament due to severe weather,
all fees will be refunded. The Plymouth Park and Recreation Department
will determine the amount of refund on any partially completed events.
7. Concession vehicles must be located in the parking lots only and cannot
remain on park property overnight.
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8. There will be no consumption of intoxicating beverages on park property
without a City permit.
E. Fee Schedule
1. Field Use
a) Softball/Baseball
1) Plymouth Athletic Associations, private groups, teams or
organizations 1 game, $10 per field;'2 games, $20 per field;
3 or more Games, $40 per field per day.
2) Outside groups, teams or organizations 1 game, $20 per field;
2 games, $40 per field; 3 or more games, $60 per field per day.
b) Football/Soccer
1) Plymouth Athletic Associations, private groups, teams or
organizations - 1 game, $15 per field 2 games, $30 per field;
3 or more. games, $60 per field per day,
2') Outside groups, teams or organizations l game, $20 per field
2 games, $40 per field; 3 or more games, $80 per field per day.
2. Field attendant will assist with maintenance, open bathrooms and supervise
park usage S6 per hour. Required for all tournaments, except youth
tournaments where special arrangements have been made.
3. Lights
a) Softball/Baseball/Football/Soccer $15 per hour, or any portion
of an hour.
b) Hockey Rinks - $10 per hour.
4. There will be no charge for Hollywood bases, field liner or field
dragging. These are included in field rental prices.
5. Chalk is available for $3 per bag to all groups.
6. We have a tent approximately 301 x 40' which we will set up and
take down for a rental fee of $150.,
7. Damage Deposit
a) Plymouth youth athletic associations and Plymouth non-profit
civic organizations, - not required. (These groups will be held
responsible for any damages, however.)
b) All other groups are required to pay a $1.00 damage deposit with
their aRplication. If the request is denied, the $100 will be
refunded. Ithe application is accepted, the deposit will be
returned after the tournament only if the park is left in acceptable
condition--TffE DEPOSIT WILL NU"E REFUNDED` IF THE PARK REQUIRES
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE DUE TO YOUR USE OF THAT FACILITY.
8. All fees must be paid in full three days before the tournament begins.
a) For tournament rental, a copy of the tournament draw must be turned
into the Park and Recreation office for approval at least three days
before the tournament.
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9. Rink permits, will only be granted to City groups for skating parties
or activities during hours not normally scheduled for public skating,
A fee of $6 per hour for a supervisor plus the normal fee for rink
lights will be charged.
10. All groups are responsible for repaying, in full, any and all damages
resulting from theft or vandalism to any equipment or facilities used
during their rental period.
11. Attached, on a separate sheet, is a list of our playfields and their
facilities.
E. Puppet Wagon
The Plymouth Puppet Wagon is available for rent for private parties
during those hours when it is not normally scheduled for Park and Recreation
activities. Fees are set on a show -by -show basis based on time and work
involved for each show (minimally $65)
F. Picnic Kits
Picnic kits for large groups will be available at no charge. A S25 damage
deposit is required during the time the picnic kit is in use.
C. PA System
We have a portable PA system complete with a battery and electrical cord
if outlet is available) for $10/day.
H. Softball Scoreboards
We have softball scoreboards at Zachary Playfield which can be rented
for 55/scoreboard/day, when you also rent the fields. A field attendant
must be on duty.
PLAYFI'ELDS AND THEIR FACILITIES
LaCompte Playfield. . . . . . . 2 softball/youth baseball fields
10805 County Road 15 N 1 hockey rink (lighted)
Plymouth, MN 55441 1 shelter building
Oakwood Playfield . . . . . 2 softball/youth baseball fields (1 lighted)
1700 Highway 101 N 1 90' baseball field (lighted)
Plymouth, MN 55447 3 soccer/football fields (2 lighted)
1 hockey rink (lighted)
5 tennis courts (2 lighted)
1 shelter building
Plymouth Playfield. . . . . . 3 softball/youth baseball fields (lighted)
9805 36th Avenue N 3 soccer/football fields (lighted) (fall only)
Plymouth, MN 55441 2 hockey rinks (lighted)
4 tennis courts (lighted)
1 shelter building
Plymouth Creek Playfi-eld. . . 2 softball/youth baseball fields (lighted)
3625 Fernbrook Lane N 1 90' 'baseball field (lighted)
Plymouth, MN 55441 1 soccer/football field (lighted)
2' hockey rinks (lighted)
1 shelter building
Ridgemount Playfield. . . . . 1 softball/youth baseball field
12000 Ridgemount Avenue N 1 90' baseball field
Plymouth, MN 55441 2_soccer/`ootball fields
2 hockey rinks (lighted)
3 tennis' courts (lighted)
1 shelter building (temporary)
Zachary Playfield . . . . . 4 softball/youth baseball fields (lighted)
4355 Zachary Lane N 1 90' baseball field (lighted)
Plymouth, MN 55442 2 soccer/football fields (lighted)
2 hockey rinks (lighted)
4 tennis courts (lighted)
1 shelter building
CITY OF PLYMOUTH
SPECIAL EVENT/PARK USAGE APPLICATION
1.. Organization
Z. Person in Charge: Name
Address
Phone Nome Work
3. Dates Desired
4. Fields Desired
5. Is the tournament sanctioned? By who?
6. Will food be sold? Will beer be sold?
7 Equipment needed: Bases Liners, Lime
Drag Building Keys
8, Other
9. Fields: Pl pputh. Groups Outside Groins
Baseball/Softball Baseball/Softball
These 1 game-$10/field 1 game-$20/field
are 2-$20/field, 3+-$40/field 2440/field, 3+-$60/field
per day
charges Football/Soccer Football/Soccer
1 game-$15/field 1 ame-$20/field
2--$30/field 3+-$60/field 2- 40/field, 3+-$80/field
Field Charges (per day) $
Lights ($15/hr/field, $10/hr/rink
Chalk ($3/bag) $—
Staff ($6/hour)
Tent ($150)
Scoreboards ($5/day/board)
PA System ($10/day)
100 DEPOSIT DUE AT TIME OF APPLIC'ATION.
understand that a part or all of
the deposit fee will be forfeited if con on of the p&rk requires extra duties
for the Park and Recreation Department, and that I and the representative organi-
zation are responsible for conduct of participants and any resulting damages-.
iignature Date
Tournament request granted Rejected
Park end Recreation Director's Signature
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