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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPark and Recreation Advisory Commission Packet 01-14-1993Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission January 14, 1993, 7:00 p.m. AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of Minutes 3. Visitor Presentations a. Athletic Associations b. Staff C. Others 4. Report on Past Council Action a. Approved 1993-97 CIP (see below) b. Approved 1993 operating budget 5. Unfinished Business a. Focus groups and surveys update b. Amendment to park plan - playfield site selection update C. Discuss proposed 1993 capital projects 6. New Business a. Review proposed 1993 rental rates b. Review draft of 1992 annual report C. Review 1993 meeting dates 7. Commission Presentation 8. Staff Communication 9. Adjournment Next regular PRAC meeting - February 11 I MEMO CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 DATE: January 11, 1993 TO: PRAC FROM: Eric J. Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation SUBJECT: JANUARY 14 AGENDA 1. You will find attached a memo from Frank Boyles to me with regard to the Park and Recreation survey to be taken of Plymouth residents. This was information the City Council discussed at a recent meeting and wanted the Commission to be aware of as this project develops. 2. The City Council has now officially adopted the 1993-97 capital improvements program. The park plan was amended in 1993 with the deletion of the neighborhood park project and additional parking at Zachary Playfield. Council took these actions so as to reduce future operating costs that are incurred when capital projects are constructed. Because there was no specific neighborhood park project identified by the Commission, this should not have any dramatic affect on your overall capital planning. The deletion of the Zachary parking lot was done without prejudice on the Council's part, and they indicated that if the Commission wishes to once again include that in the 1994 capital program. when you review it this coming summer, that would be acceptable and your perogative. The primary items that we need to focus on for Thursday night then really relate to do you wish to proceed with such things as trail improvements, handicapped accessible playground and South Shore landscaping. I have included a map showing possible trail projects (in green). 3. Also attached is a copy of the Parkers Lake multi-purpose room rental policy in legislative format. All items that are underlined are new additions to the policy. Items that are crossed out are changes to existing wording. We have also included the proposed 1993 park facility rental policy and fee schedule. EB attachments Minutes of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting December 10, 1992 Page 50 Present: Commissioners Anderson, Burk, Gutzke, Johnson, Waage, Wahl; staff Bisek, Blank and Pederson Absent: Commissioner Watson CALL TO ORDER Chair Anderson called the December meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. in the Council Conference Room. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Wahl to approve the minutes of the November meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS a. Athletic Associations. None were present at this meeting. b. Staff. Mary announced that the December employee of the month was Laurie Merz, who has filled many positions during her part time career with the City. She has been a warming house attendant, a playground leader, puppet wagon assistant and most recently, a clerical assistant in the park and recreation office. Laurie grew up in Plymouth and now resides in Minnetonka, where she also teaches private bassoon lessons. Mary said that the Old Fashioned Christmas event had been another success with approximately 700-800 people attending. A wood carver was a new attraction this year. Plans are in the making for the Fire and Ice Festival coming up on February 6. This year's theme is country western. A local country radio station may send one of their DJ's to do a live broadcast during the festival, and a country western dance instructor has been contacted about teaching line dancing on the ice. A few commissioners volunteered to be some of the students. Once again, Mary asked the Commission if they would be responsible for the bonfires. There are plans this year to have two fires for the late afternoon/early evening shift. Mary stated that she is looking for program ideas or suggestions from the commissioners for the spring brochure. December 1992 PRAC Minutes Page 51 4. REPORT ON PAST COUNCIL ACTION a. Eric announced that the Council approved the purchase of the wooded Ess property north of County Road 9 and east of Fernbrook Lane. He also stated that the local Kids for Saving Earth club wants to be very involved in the design, construction and maintenance of this project. In addition, the National Foresters Association has announced that they are seeking projects to fund in 1993, and Chevrolet GEO is one of the major sponsors. Eric said that KSE may be submitting a grant proposal that would benefit this park property. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Park development projects update. Final payment has been made to the contractor that worked on the 1992 neighborhood park projects. The playfield projects are also done for the most part. A few minor items will carry over to 1993, such as checking the irrigation system in the spring to make sure it's working. Early in 1993, a request to purchase additional swings for Bass Lake Playfield will be presented to the Council. b. Focus groups and surveys report. Commissioner Johnson explained that some of the purposes of the survey will be to assess the current level of services that Plymouth provides to its residents, to consider future expansion needs, to determine the cost to taxpayers and to set priorities for future growth. If the Council agrees with continuing the process, the next step will be to write a Request for Proposal and submit it to three or four survey firms. The survey committee is hopeful that the entire process could be completed by May, so that the results could be used to help plan the 1994-98 CIP. C. Playfield site selection update. Director Blank briefly discussed the amendment to the park plan and some possible sites for future playfield #9. 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Review proposed 1993 capital projects. The capital projects proposed for next year include: land acquisition for a ninth playfield, a handicapped accessible playground at Plymouth Creek, expansion of the Zachary playfield parking lot, trails, landscaping along South Shore Drive, and possibly a new neighborhood park. More detailed discussion will begin on these projects at the January Commission meeting. Commissioner Burk asked if the trees at Zachary could be saved where the new parking lot is proposed. Director Blank responded that the parking lot may be constructed within the inner boundary of the tree line, so that the trees may not be disturbed. December 1992 PRAC Minutes Page 52 b. Playfields grand opening discussion. Staff has begun planning grand opening festivities and determined that a weekend in May might be too busy, because so many families plan other things, such as opening fishing weekend, Mother's Day, and Memorial Day activities. It was then suggested that two week nights be considered, one night for each playfield, maybe back to back. Most commissioners agreed that a week night would be okay, but preferred to have them spread at least a week apart, rather than two nights in a row. C. 1982 Mayor's Task Force Report on Program Financing discussion. Copies of this task force report had been included in the commissioner's packets. Director Blank suggested that it be reviewed at a future meeting to make sure it is still accurate. d. Weed study on Parkers Lake. Barr Engineering recently completed a weed study on Parkers Lake, which had to be done in preparation for the sonar treatment of milfoil proposed for 1993. The weed study identified all the vegetation growing in the lake, which will be useful information to have once the sonar treatments begin. Director Blank announced that the City has received a 9,000 grant from the Soil & Water Conservation District to treat milfoil in Parkers Lake. 7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION Commissioner Waage indicated a willingness to serve on the committee to help design the handicapped accessible playground for Plymouth Creek Park. 8. STAFF COMMUNICATION A draft of the PRAC annual report will be distributed at the January meeting. Commissioners were asked to have any items they wish to include in the report submitted to the Park and Recreation office by January 8. 9. ADJOURNMENT The meeting adjourned at 8:40 p.m. la, I19.LJa Pay PL -L b.f 9,1 Phi rp) Plymouth January 14, 1993 Dear Plymouth Business Owner: Wouldn't it be satisfying if you could improve the environment right here in your own community? You can. And, by focusing locally, you can see the difference you make. By joining in Plymouth's 1993 Arbor project, you can make a valuable contribution to our urban forest. You will also be part of a model planting program that will remind Plymouth residents and business people of the importance of wise, efficient energy use. Our Arbor project, which will get underway at the Arbor Day ceremony in April, will be based on the theme, "Planting for Energy Conservation in the North." It will consist of creating an energy saving planting for the Zachary Water Treatment Plant, located at Co. Rd. 9 and Zachary Lane. As part of the project, we plan to plant 200 trees and shrubs at the treatment plant. This will make a dramatic difference aesthetically and in the amount of energy needed to heat and cool the facility. The Arbor project will make a difference you can see. It will also serve as a lesson to Plymouth businesses and residents that their energy saving landscaping can improve the environment while saving money. We are seeking grants from several organizations, but we still need your help. Because of your business' close association with this year's theme, we ask that you consider attending the Arbor ceremony and donating funds for a tree. Typically a tree costs $200, however, we welcome any level of sponsorship. In appreciation of your support, we will present you with a certificate, honor your company at the ceremony and include your busi- nesses name in the city news releases on the project. Because we want this to truly be a community effort, local Boy and Girl Scouts, school volunteers, elected officials and city staff members will also be part of the project. Please join all of us in this ambitious endeavor to make Plymouth an even better place to live and work. Planning is in the early stages. I welcome your comments and suggestions. I will be calling you within the next few weeks to discuss this project. If you have any questions, please contact me at 550-7462. Sincerely, ko- lbA— Paul Buck City Forester 1993 Arbor Project Make a Difference You Can See Make a Difference You Can See From this.... To This 2 F`; . , ; F„- , . s” i ;.. x :, i ..:.} i-' 1 fW1.n:;,f 4 Mtt' j' OCTOBER, 1992 301 GRn ERTZ ' 575 535-4924 PUBLIC WORKS - After Hours 550-5090 302 BRUCE KING 129 561-3566 PLYM. POLICE - After Hours 550-5160 303 GORDY SIMONS 622 472-3835 PLYM. POLICE - Sgt's Car 559-1130 304 JOHN WENNER 441-5023 PLYM. CSO - Truck # 559-1133 308 DAVID SUHR 476-2468 PLYM. STREET MOBILE 590-1136 309 ERIC LUETGERS 448-7307 PLYM. S & W MOBILE # Mobeil 590-1142 527 RICK JEWETT 388 561-5875 PLYM.ENG MOBILE # 860-6087 968 JIM GRANT 682-4209 TOM VETSCH OFFICE 550-7493 323 MARK JONES 380 932-9473 JIM KOLSTAD OFFICE 550-7491 536 GIL KONOP 535-3452 BOB FASCHING OFFICE 550-7493 580 Tim Dobmeier 1-286-2988 DAN HEITKE OFFICE 550-7461 35352 ALAN ELAM 472-4203 nPrthiume Shoo -478-6177 Pager 478-9431 355 GARY POUTI 559-4803 Joe B Home 478-9576 357 RANDY LEHTOLA 27 543-3510 Steve Home 553-0608 361 DAVID SHEPPARD 596 441-7973 Shawn Home 478-9587 363 GARY SMITH 497'3472 Joe's Mobile 868-5395 364 KEN SCHMITZ 389 473 0326 Steve's Mobile 759-1701 365 MIKE KONCAR 32 535 6695 Drivewa Design 559-9004 553-7774 366 JON ECCLES 473-4465 Randy - Home 372 BOB HEBZYNSKI 479 2962 Roger Loren 441-4432 534 ROGER WENNER 473-8450 Randy - Car Phone 867-3227 985 SCOTT NEWBURGER 427-8599 Shop 559-1990 DATERnwav Lawn M,.ain±&1.Q.Q_rm 478-6110 370 ALEX MORRIS 938-6707 Mike Sheehan - Shop 478-6110 526 MIKE MACDONALD 33 473-8763 Mike's Mobile 720-4880 533 JIM RITTER 566-1812 Mike Sheehan's Home 420-7487 535 CRAIG BECHTHOLD 479-6413 556 BRUCE COOK 717 1- 682-3041 559-9399 553- GREG COOK 99 535-3591 Greg Home 478-611 554 GLEN WILLEY 129 1-963-6130 Steve Home 478-9583 555 TIM FICEK 428-4745 Steve work 478-9415 558 STEVE HERWIG 425-1082 Pete 559-0369 494 ANDY JORDAN 478-6927 Greg Mobile 868-2915 359 DAVE JOHNSON 420-8833 Steve Mobeil 867-3717 CENTRAL 576 EQUIPMENT Ray Hyovalti 34 753-1241 577 Russell Elzy 488-1756 578 Tom Nelson 380 286-5453 Farm 275-2518 580 Tim Dobmeier 1-286-2988 4FFICE 206 Sharon Mohr 475-0830 311 Dan Heitke 498-8143 358 Jim Kolstad 27 553-0072 477 Mark Peterson 596 633-4711 487 Paul Buck 929-5440 528 Tom Vetsch 389 425-7052 552 Bob Fasching 32 420-6633 701 Fred Moore 559-4246 1992 - 1993 WEEKEND SCNEDULE FOR PARK MAINTENANCE DEC. 05 - 06 OLD FASHION CHRISTMAS DAVE & RICK DEC. 12 - 13 DEC. 19 - 20 535-4924 JOHN & ER1G 550-5090 550-5160 302 DEC. 25-26-27 * CHRISTMAS BRUCE & GORDY 303 GORDY SIMONS 622 JAN. 01-02-03 * NEW YEAR GORDY & ERIC JOHN WENNER 476-2468 JAN. 09 - 10 308 GIL & GREG 448-7307 PLYM. S & W MOBILE # JAN. 16-17-18 * MARTIN LUTHER ICING DAY ERIC & JIM PLYM.ENG MOBILE # 860-6087 JAN. 23 - 24 682-4209 RICK & BRUCE 550-7493 323 JAN. 30 - 31 JIM KOLSTAD OFFICE JIM & RICK 536 GIL KONOP FEB. 06*- 07 FIRE & ICE GREG & MARK FEB. 13-14-15 * PRESIDENTS DAY GIL & JOHN FEB. 20 - 21 DAVE: & GREG FIRST PERSON LISTED IS "ON CALL" OCTOBER, 1992 PARKS 301 DEPARTMENT GREG ERTZ 575 535-4924 PUBLIC WORKS - After Hours 550-5090 550-5160 302 BRUCE KING 561-3566 472-3835 PLYM. POLICE - After Hours PLYM. POLICE - Sgt's Car 559-1130 303 GORDY SIMONS 622 441-5023 PLYM. CSO - Truck # 559-1133 304 JOHN WENNER 476-2468 PLYM. STREET MOBILE # 590-1136 308 DAVID SUHR LUETGERS 448-7307 PLYM. S & W MOBILE # 590-1142 309 527 ERIC RICK JEWETT 388 561-5875 PLYM.ENG MOBILE # 860-6087 968 JIM GRANT 682-4209 TOM VETSCH OFFICE 550-7493 323 MARK JONES 932-9473 JIM KOLSTAD OFFICE 550-7491 536 GIL KONOP 535-3452 BOB FASCHING OFFICE 550-7493 DAN HEITKE OFFICE 550-7461 IO"7 PROGRAM USES REGULAR SKATING SCHEDULE FOR SHELTER BUILDINGS WEEKDAYS ......... 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. SATURDAYS 12:00 - 8:00 P.M. SUNDAY .......... 12:00 6:00 P.M. HOLIDAYS ........ 12!00 9:00 P.M. SHELTERS ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN ON: DECEMBER 19, 1992 SCHOOL DAYS ...... 4:00 - 9:00 P.M. SATURDAYS ....... 12:00 - 8:00 P.M. SUNDAYS ......... 12:00 - 6:00 P.M. SCHOOL VACATION DAYS...... 12:00 - 9:00 P.M. PARKERS LAKE SAT. & SUN...11:00 - 8:00 P.M. NOTE: RINKS CLOSE AT 5:00 P.M. ON CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR'S EVE AND REMAIN CLOSED ON CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR'S DAY. PARKER'S LAKE WILL BE OPEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS FROM 12:00 - 6:00 P.M. IF ICE RINK IS OPEN. CHRISTMAS VACATION SCHEDULE WAYZATA SCHOOL........ DEC. 24 - JAN. 3, 1992 ROBBINSDALE SCHOOL .... DEC. 22 - JAN. 3, 1992 WAYZATA SCHOOL P.E. PLANNED USE TIME ROBBINSDALE SCHOOL P.E. PLANNED USE TIME SKATING LESSONS - OAKWOOD GENERAL PLYMOUTH CREEK GENERAL DEC. 28-29-30 ZACHARY POND JAN. 09-16-23 BROOMBALL - PLYMOUTH CREEK & RIDGEMOUNT SUNDAY AFTERNOON STARTING 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. SPEED SKATING - PARKERS LAKE (BEGINS WHEN ICE CONDITIONS PERMIT) 4 MAN HOCKEY - PLYMOUTH CREEK, PLYMOUTH PLAYFIELD, ZACHARY & RIDGEMOUNT JAN. 06, 1992 WED. 6:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. SAT. 9:00 P.M. - 12:00 P.M. SKATING RINK LOCATIONS BY MODE MODE I Plymouth Creek - 3625 Fernbrook Lane LaCompte Green - 10805 Co. Rd. 15 Oakwood - 1700 Hwy. 101 Plymouth - 10011 -36th Ave. N. Ridgemount - 12000 Ridgemount Ave. Zachary - 4355 Zachary Lane Bass Lake - 5450 Northwest Blvd. Parkers Lake - Co. Rd. 6 & Niagara Ln. MODE II Circle Park - 5th & Lanewood Lane Green Oaks - 26th & Xanthus Lane Imperial Hills - 17th & Shadyview Lane Kilmer - 27th & Kilmer Lane 10th Ave. - 10th & So. Shore Dr. MODE III Greenwood Elem. - 3635 Co. Rd. 101 Pilgrim Lane Elem. - 3725 Pilgrim Ln. Queensland - 8th Ave. & Queensland Shiloh - 27th & Jewel Lane Sunset Hills Elem. - Sunset Tr & Teakwd Turtle Lake - 46th & Lanewood Lane Swan Lake - 12700 -43rd Ave. TOTAL New Rink HOCKEY 11 GENERAL POND P o «c= 17 5 559-5664 541-9866 476-1498 541-9334 542-1085 559-0586 553-9793 476-2822 Delete - 12th Avenue Pond, 16900 -12th Ave. Maplecreek, 27th & Xene Lane TYPICAL MAINTENANCE PLAN FOR ICE RESURFACING WEEKDAYS: A. Playfield Rinks Mode I B. General Pleasure Rinks & Ponds Mode II MODE I High quality skating surfaces managed under a program of intense and varied ice maintenance activities. Pleasure rinks and ice hockey rinks normally subjected to consistently high levels of use during the entire skating season. Weekend use intensive during periods of favorable weather. Commonly associated with sites offering hockey rinks, pleasure rink, permanent warming shelter and lighted parking lot. Typically programmed for organized events including hockey, broomball, skating lessons, and daytime usage. Highest maintenance priority given to Mode I sites. Base ice established to a depth of 4 inches to 6 inches on a priority basis. Snow removal and ice surface sealing performed 5 days per week, during appropriate temperature regimes. Ice surfaces subjected to routine mechanical shaving to create a uniformly smooth surface largely free of frost heaves, cracks and undulations. Edging of hockey boards performed weekly to maintain clean edges and square corners. First sites to receive snow removal following trail cleaning operations. MODE II Ice surface maintained at a moderate quality level. Normally associated with sites offering single pleasure skating rink only and no warming shelter. Generally not programmed for recreation events or lessons. Primary usage originating from neighborhood park service area and comprised mainly of younger children. Base ice established to a depth of three to five inches. No base flooding made on pond surfaces with pond ice not being done till it is of safe depth. Snow removal and sealing of ice surfaces made three to five times per week. Ice shaving performed at a frequency to maintain surface uniformity at a moderately acceptable level. MODE III Ice surface maintained at a moderate quality level. Normally associated with ponds offering single pleasure skating rink only and no shelter. Primary usage originating from neighborhood park service area comprised mainly of younger children. No base flooding made on pond surfaces with pond ice not being done till it is of safe depth. Snow removal and sealing of ice surfaces made as priorities allow. 1992-93 WINTER MAINTENANCE PLAN PLYMOUTH PARKS SOUTH ROUTE IN PRIORITY ORDER: CREW: Rick Jewett Dave Suhr Bruce King John Wenner Gordon Simons, Parkers Rinks & Buildings SWEEP, SHOVEL & FLOOD: PARKS: Ridgemount LaCompte Oakwood SWEEP & FLOOD: PARKS: Parkers Lake Circle Queensland Imperial Hills Green Oaks Shilo South Shore Swan Lake Sunset Hills Ele. Greenwood E1e. NORTH ROUTE IN PRIORITY ORDER CREW: Greg Ertz Gil Konop Mark Jones Eric Luetgers Jim Grant SWEEP, SHOVEL & FLOOD: PARK: Plymouth Junior High Zachary Plymouth Creek Bass Lake SWEEP & FLOOD: PARK: Kilmer Zachary Pond Swan Lake Turtle Lake Pilgrim Ele. SNOW STORM COMBINED ROUTES PRIORITY ORDER CREW: Greg Ertz Eric Luetgers Jim Grant Gordy Simons - Parkers Lake Mark Jones Gil Konop John Wenner - If not on trails, clears roads to hockey rinks. SNOW BLOW, SWEEP SHOVEL (If time permits, flooding) PARK: Plymouth Junior High Ridgemount Oakwood Plymouth Creek Zachary Bass Lake LaCompte Parkers Lake Generals & Ponds Greenwood Sunset UNIT It EQUIPMENT WEIGHT CLASSIFICATION LIST FOR USE ON PONDS AND LAKES WEIGHT CLASS TORO W/BROOM 2560 1 3 550 W/V PLOW 6040 2 W/BROOM 7100 3 550 W/BLOWER 6600 2 544 TRUCK & PLOW NO SAND 533 3/4 TON W/PLOW 6000 2 546 W/PLOW 6040 2 4 534 TRUCK ONLY 8860 3 529 TRACTOR NO/BROOM 6500 3 529 W/BROOM 7100 3 544 TRUCK & PLOW NO SAND 9060 3 544 W/SAND & PLOW 11660 4 511 CASE W/BLOWER 11260 4 252 WATER TRUCK 15720 NO CLASS WORKING GUIDELINES FOR ICE RINK MAINTENANCE I. Testing Ice: 1. Ice testing shall be done by designated maintenance personnel as ponds and lake ice form. 2. The initial tests shall be done near the shoreline moving test checks out to the rink areas as ice builds finding depths in excess of 4". 3. One test hole will be made to avoid excess holes when ice is less than 8". 4. Test should indicate type of ice encountered, clear solid, porous, snow depth documented on ice test form. 5. Once ice depths in excess of (8) eight inches have been recorded, supervisor may ask for a random test around area to be cleared. This test should be done in several locations finding consistent readings of thickness, including a check made in any area found to be thinner in previous tests or prior years. NOTE: When snow weight is a factor employees must consider additional ice thickness. II. Use of Equipment: 1. Initial use of equipment will be determined by weight class consistent with ice depth. 8") eight inches to (12") twelve inches ice 4,000 lbs. or less equipment weight or class #1 equipment. 12") twelve to (14) fourteen inches ice 4,000 lbs. to 6,800 lbs. or class #2 equipment. 14") to 18" eighteen inches ice 6,800 lbs. 9,000 lbs. or class #3 equipment. 18") eighteen plus inches ice up to 16,000 lbs. equipment. Changing weather conditions may warrant ice depth monitoring and weight class adjustments (less than 8"). In certain cases, equipment weighing less than 500 lbs. may be used on ice depths of less than 8". Q ;sed Ea 11)9190 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 1. Personal floatation devices are available for use while working on pond or lake ice. 2. An open window may be useful escaping in an emergency situation. 3. Vehicle doors shall be unlatched while working on ice. This will enable a prompt exit from the vehicle in the event of a mishap. 4. Stalled equipment shall be removed with similar weight class equipment. 5. A ladder rope and phone are available at Parkers Lake. A portable phone is available at the Park's office for initial equipment use at any other location. 6. It is the responsibility of the equipment operator to see to it that the children are kept away from his equipment and the area he is performing his work, either by informing the children or acquiring the services of those in authority. There is a tremendous difference in the thickness of the ice required to support objects that are not in motion, as compared to moving objects. The same holds true in the clustering of objects. ICE TESTING LOG SITE DATE ICE DEPTH SNOW DEPTH NOTE: C - CLEAR P - POROUS CITY OF PLYNOUI'H SIDEWALK AND TRAIL SNOW REMOVAL POLICY 1. It is the policy of the City of Plymouth to maintain cleared designated trails and sidewalks within the personnel and financial resources available. The designated trails and sidewalks will not be cleared of all ice and snow nor will they be maintained to bare pavement and the use of chemical agents and sand are prohibited because of environmental concerns. 2. The designated trails and sidewalks will be determined by the Plymouth City Council and a copy of the designated trails and sidewalks will be attached to this policy and became a part thereof. 3. It is our intent to clear designated trails and sidewalks when snowfall depths exceeds 2 inches. Haiever, areas subject to drifting may be cleared at more frequent intervals as the need arises. 4. Snow removal will commence 12 hours from the end of any snowfall with an accumulated depth exceeding 2 inches. The designated trails and sidewalks will be cleared 24 hours after the commencement of snow removal. 5. In the event of equipment failure, extreme snowfall or other unanticipated events we may deviate from the snow removal guideline in paragraph No. 3 6. Snow removal will be scheduled on a 24 hour a day basis. This may result in snow removal equipment being operated in residential areas during the evening, night time and early morning,hours. 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Lo e PVE ,i Q I J' e 8TH 8TH AVE N0. ti0 y1(pq ; a J 7TH 4 a n t LA. - •' J J WAY 7 Vf, _LI I A*- - o n :_•. : n•. n 6TH AVE J NO A _ DATE: January 8, 1993 TO: Eric Blank, Park and Recreation Dirrlecct FROM: Frank Boyles, Acting City Manager (fix SUBJECT: PARK AND RECREATION ADVIS Y COMMISSION SURVEY At their January 4 meeting, the City Council discussed the proposed Park and Recreation Advisory Commission survey. There seemed to be a concern by the Council that receipt of such a survey by a Plymouth resident may create expectations that some sort of park construction is imminent. To avoid such misunderstandings, the Council directed the following: 1. The survey should clearly specify that no project is contemplated at the present time, and the survey is for park planning purposes.. 2. That the survey specify that any project eventually approved could have tax impacts: 1) to repay the sale of capital bonds; and the other, 2) for operating costs. The Council also requested clarification from PRAC about the purpose of the survey. Once the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission has assembled the survey questions, the Council would like to conduct a joint meeting with PRAC to further discuss these issues and the survey process. Please pass this memorandum along to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. Thanks for your help. cc: Mayor & City Council January 13, 1993 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL CITY OF PLYMOUTH PARK AND RECREATION SURVEY The City of Plymouth wishes to conduct a community survey which addresses the issues that are covered on the attached sheet dated January 13, 1993. We anticipate this will be a mailed survey, from which approximately 400 returns would be necessary for a high validity with regard to the statistical information. With regard to this proposal, we ask that you provide us with the following information. 1. A brief history on the background of your firm. 2. Number of full-time employees currently employed. 3. The name and professional background of the k&y employees responsible for conducting our research. 4. Two examples of similar research done in the last three years. List name and phone number of two references. 5. An outline of the steps you would follow in developing and carrying out this research. 6. A cost estimate based on an hourly rate(s), with a not -to -exceed maximum. 7. Consultant should submit a timetable for having this research completed by approximately May 1, 1993. 8. After the survey is conducted, the consultant shall prepare written summaries on all of the research. The consultant shall also make a presentation to the Park Commission and City Council (this may be one joint meeting). 9. The base information shall be organized in a computer in a manner that will allow for cross referencing different data fields. 10. Focus Groups. The consultant shall prepare an outline and cost estimate for conducting focus groups on subjects that are identified through the base survey. Once the survey is completed, the City will determine whether or not they wish to proceed to a focus group dicussion on any of the subjects reviewed in the initial survey. A committee respresented by the City Council, Park Commission and staff will work with the consultant on the overall development of the survey instrument. The City Council will review and approve of the instrument prior to any pre -testing taking place. At the conclusion of pre -testing and re -work, the City Council will once again have an opportunity to review and approve the wording of the survey prior to the research taking place. Proposals shall be submitted to Eric Blank, 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, MN, 55447, by 4:30 p.m., Friday, January 29. Submit 12 copies of all materials. January 13, 1993 PLYMOUTH PARK AND RECREATION SURVEY Goal To measure the current use and satisfaction of Plymouth residents with regard to park facilities and programs, and further, to determine citizen priorities for future facilities and program expansions. Decisions we want to make are: Should the City plan for the development of: o community pool o golf course o ice rink 0 other I. Current level of service o neighborhood parks o playfields o city parks o trails o park maintenance o park safety o recreation programs o public information o registration o accessibility II. Future expansion needs o pool o golf course o ice rink o senior citizens o gymnasium o preschool o sports (baseball, softball, tennis, racquetball, soccer) o horseshoes o sliding hills o theater o arts and crafts o special population o environmental issues - use of chemicals III. Cost to taxpayers o today o future IV. How important are parks and recreation to their quality of life? V. Set priority for future growth VI. Demographics information S-1 CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, 1993-1997 SUMMARY OF SOURCES AND USES PROJECT USES 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 TOTAL STREETS 15,458,500 8,610,000 5,210,000 1,785,000 4,580,000 35,643,500 SANITARY SEWER 330,000 330,000 WATER 4,575,000 410,000 910,000 4,50,000 430,000 10,825,000 DRAINAGE 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 250,000 PARKS 1,042,500 2,099,000 750,000 625,000 275,000 4,791,500 BUILDINGS 3,200,000 3,200,000 TOTAL 24,326,000 11,499,000 6,920,000 6,960,000 5,335,0001 55,040,000 FUNDING SOURCES 1993 1994 1995 1996 1997 TOTAL SPECIAL ASSESSMENT FUND 3,485,000 1,020,000 1,760,000 535,000 1,440,000 8,240,000 STORM WATER FUND 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 250,000 INFRASTRUCTURE REPLACEMENT FUND 1,100,000 1,140,000 1,200,000 1,250,000 1,320,000 6,010,000 UTILITY TRUNK FUND 4,575,000 410,000 860,000 100,000 430,000 6,375,000 M.S.A. FUND, 2,928,500 275,000 1,525,000 50,000 870, 000j 00 COMMUNITY PLAYFIELDS AND TRAILS FUND 892,500 374,000 550,000 400,000, 50,00000 NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS FUND 50,000 150,000 175,000 175,000. 175,00000 STATE/COUNTY/FEDERALAID 980,000 00 TAX INCREMENT FINANCING 8,000,000 7,100,000 800,000 1,000,00000 P.I.R. FUND 1,000,000 0 OTHER 2,245,000 4,400,000 0 TOTAL 24,326,000 11,499,000 6,920,000 6,960,000 5,335,00000 Prepared By: SPRINGSTED, Incorporated (28 -Dec -92) Cr 0 1993-1997 Capital Improvement Program Parka Program Year Description 1993 Trail Improvements 1993 Playrield Land Acquisition 1993 Plymouth Creek Park Handicap Playground 1993 South Shore Landscaping 1994 Trail Improvements 1994 New Playgrounds - Hemlock, Schmidt Lake, Mission and Timber Shores Parks 1994 West Medicine Lake City Park, Phase I (Road Relocation) 1994 Plymouth Creek Park Tennis Courts 1994 East Beach Fishing Dock 1995 Neighborhood Park 1995 Trail Improvements 1995 West Medicine Lake City Park, Phase II 1996 Neighborhood Park 1996 Trail improvements 1996 Playfield No. 10 Development 1997 Neighborhood Park 1997 Trail Improvements TABLE CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, 1973 — 1997 YEAR — 1993 1) The 545,000 under Other is to be financed from Transit 2) The $2,200.000 under Other to be firarK*d $500.o0D from Project Administration, 51,000,000 from Public Facilities, $200,000 from Sewer, and 5500,000 from Water. Prepared By: SPRINGSTED Incorporated (29—Dec-92) PARK DEDICATION FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAX TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTILITY M.S.A. PLAYRELDS NEIGHBRHD COUNTY/ INCREMENT P.I.R. REVENUES Is PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS. FUND FUND FUND FUND TRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OTHER PROVIDED E.PARKS Tail Improvement 175,000 100,000 75,000 175,000 Payfield Land Accusaon 750,000 750,000 750,000 1. Plymouth Creek Perk Disabled Playground 110,000 80,000 50.000 110,000 2. South Shore Landscaping 7,500 7,500 7,500 Subtotal 1,042,5W 0 0 0 0 100,000 892,500 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 1,042,500 F. BUILDINGS 1. City Hell Expansion l Remodeling 3.200,000 1,000,000 2,200,000 (2) 3.200,000 Subtotal 3,200,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,000,000 2,200,000 3,200,000 1993 TOTALS 24,328,000 3,485,000 50,000 1,100,000 4,575,OW 2,928,500 892,5W 00,000 0 8,000,000 1,000,000 2,245,000 24,320,000 1) The 545,000 under Other is to be financed from Transit 2) The $2,200.000 under Other to be firarK*d $500.o0D from Project Administration, 51,000,000 from Public Facilities, $200,000 from Sewer, and 5500,000 from Water. Prepared By: SPRINGSTED Incorporated (29—Dec-92) CITY OF PLYMOUTH. MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, 1903 - 1997 YEAR - 1990 Prepared By: SPRINGSTEDIrroorporaled(29-Dec-92) PARK DEDICATION FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAX TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTILITY M.S.A. PLAYFIELDS NEIGHBRHD COUNTY/ INCREMENT P.I.R. REVENUES PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS. FUND FUND FUND FUND TRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OTHER PROVIDED A STREETS 15. Xenium Ln - Co. Rd 6 to Hwy. 55 2,700,000 40,000 2,300.00 2700.000 13. Zachary Ln. / S. Shore Dr. - 10th Ave to Sunset Trall 2.000.000 50,000 1,500,000 2,00,000 17. Zachary Ln. - 30th Ave to Co. Rd. 10 2.0,000 200.00 1,4X;000 2,000,000 13. Co. Rd. 1011 Co. Rd 24 - Traffic Signal / Intersection 260,000 200,000 40.00 280,000 Street Reconstruction/Resurfacing 1,030,000 400,000 1,14,000 1.3,000 Subtotal 6,610,000 690.000 0 1,14,000 0 200,000 0 0 96,000 5.W,000 0 0 6,610,000 B. SANITARY SEWER 1, Northwest Trunk Sewer-Dinct NW -19 33,000 330,000 330.1100 Subtotal 330.00 33,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 M." C. WATER B. Well No l4 -Central Well Field 410,000 410,000 410.00 Subtotal 410,000 0 0 0 410,= 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 410,0X0 D. DRAINAGE Pond and Drainage Improvement 50,000 5,000 X00 Subtotal 5,000 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50.00 E.PARKS Trell Improvxoonh 75,= 75,000 75,X00 3. New Playgrounds - Hemkrck, SchmidlLake, Minion and Timber Shone 150,000 150,000 15,000 4. West Medich Lake Cly Perk, Phase I precludes West Medicine Lake Road Relocation) 1,50,000 1,500,000 1.500.000 5. Plymouth Crook Park Tennis Cmn, 350.000 35,000 350,000 B. Ent Beach Fishing lock 24.00 24.000 24.00 Subtotal 2.099,000 0 0 0 0 mood 374,000 15,000 0 1,50,000 0 0 2.099.00 F. BUILDINGS None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1994 Total, 11,499,000 1,02,000 50.000 1.140,000 410.000 275,000 374,000 15,000 941.000 7.100.00 0 0 11,499,000 Prepared By: SPRINGSTEDIrroorporaled(29-Dec-92) CIN OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, 1093 - 1007 YEAR - 1995 Prepared By: SPF4NGSTEOIncorpoated(29-Dec-92) PARK DEDICATION FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAX TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTIUTY M.S.A. PLAYFIELDS NEIGHBRHD COUNTY/ INCREMENT P.I.R. REVENUES Y PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS. FUND FUND FUND FUND TRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OTHER PROVIDED STREETS 19. ValleV Forge Ln. - 10th AYe. to Hwy. 55 500,000 200,000 300,000 500,000 20. Co. Rd. 9 - Polaris Lane to I-404 500,000 500,000 500,000 21. Schmid Lake Rd/Peony Ln. - Hwy 55 to Vicksburg Ln. 2,500,000 1,000,000 1,500,000 2,500,000 Street Reconstruction/Resurfacing 1,710,000 510,000 1,200,000 1,710,000 Subtoal 5,210,000 1,710,000 0 1,200,000 0 1,500,000 0 0 0 800,000 0 0 5,210,000 B. SANITARY SEWER None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 O 0 0 0 0 0 C. WATER 9. Well No. 15 - Zachary Well Field 410,000 410,000 410,000 10. Peory Ln / Schmidt lake Rd - Cc Rd 0 to Vicksburg Ln 500,000 50,000 450,000 Soo'" Subtoal 910,000 50,000 O 0 850,000 0 0 0 O 0 0 0 010,000 D. DRAINAGE Pondand Dminagelmprovement 50,000 50,000 50,000 Subtotal 50,000 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000 E. PARKS Neighborhood Park 175,000 175,000 175,000 Trall Improvements 75,000 25,000 50,000 75,000 7. West Medicine lake City Park, Phase II 500,000 500.000 50.000 Subtotal 750,000 0 0 0 0 25,000 55.000 175,000 0 0 0 0 750,000 F. BUILDINGS None o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1995 Totals 5,920,000 1,780,000 50,000 1,200,000 880,000 1,525,000 550,000 175,000 O 800,000 0 0 8,920,000 Prepared By: SPF4NGSTEOIncorpoated(29-Dec-92) tDf0N CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, 1993 — 1997 YEAR — 1996 1) The S4,400,m0 underthe Other funds to be financed from the Operating Fund of 0m Water Utility. Prepared By: SPRINGSTEDIncorpotated(29-Dec-92) PARK DEDICATION FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAX TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTILITY M.S.A. PLAYFIELDS NEIGHBRHD COUNTY/ INCREMENT P.I.R. REVENUES PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS. FUND FUND FUND FUND TRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OTHER PROVIDED STREETS Street Reconstruction Resurfacing 1,705,000 535,000 1,250,000 1,755,000 Subtotal 1,785,000 535,000 0 1,250,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,785,000 B. SANITARY SEWER None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C. WATER 11. 0th Ave. — Pineview Ln. to Foreetview Ln 100,000 100,000 100,000 12. Expand Central Water Treatment Plant 4,400,000 4,400,000 (1) 4,400,000 Subtotal 4,500,1100 0 0 0 10,00 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,400,000 4,500,000 D. DRAINAGE Pondand Drainage Improvement 50,000 50,000 50,000 Subtotal 50,OOD 0 50,Dm 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000 E.PARKS Neighborhood Park 175,000 175,000 175,000 Trail Improvements 70'000 50,000 50,000 100,000 PleyF*ld No. 10 Development 350,000 350,00 350,000 Subtotal 025,00 0 0 0 0 50,00 40,00 175,00 0 0 0 0 625,000 F. BUILDINGS None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1990 Totals 0,900,00 535,Om 50,000 1,250,00 10,00S0,000 40,000 175,00 0 0 0 4,400,00 Op0'Om 1) The S4,400,m0 underthe Other funds to be financed from the Operating Fund of 0m Water Utility. Prepared By: SPRINGSTEDIncorpotated(29-Dec-92) CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, 1703 - 1997 YEAR - 1997 Pmpared By: SPRINGSTED Incorywated (29 -Dec -92 ) PARK DEDICATION FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAX TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTILITY M.S.A. PLAYRELDS NEIGHBRHD COUNTY/ INCREMENT PJ.R. REVENUES N PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS. FUND FUND FUND FUND TRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OTHER PROMDED A.STREETS 22. Medina Rd. - Dunldrk Ln, to Vlckburg Ln. 1,000,000 300,000 700,000 1,000,000 23. 0th Ave, - Pineview Ln. to Hwy. 55 t,100,000 100,000 1,000,000 1,100,000 24. Holy Ln. - Co. Rd.9 to Schmidt Lake Rd. 500,000 480,000 120,000 500,000 Street Reconebuction / Reaurtacing 1,880,000 550,000 1,320.000 1.880,000 Subtotal 4,580,000 1,440,000 0 1,320,000 0 820,000 0 0 0 1,000,000 0 0 4,580,000 B. SANITARY SEWER None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C. WATER 13. Well No. 10 - Centml Well Field 430,000 430,000 430,000 Subtotal 430,000 0 0 0 430,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 430,000 D. DRAINAGE Pond and Drainage Improvement 50,000 50,000 50,000 Subtotal 50,000 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50,000 E. PARKS Neighbwhood'Park 175,000 175,000 175,000 Trail Improvements 100,000 50,000 50,000 100,000 Subtotal 275,000 0 0 0 0 50,000 50,000 175,000 0 0 0 0 275,000 F. BUILDINGS None 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 00 Subtotal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1997 Totals 5,335,000 1,440,000 50,000 1,320,000 430,000 70,000 50,000 175,000 0 1,000,000 0 0 5,335,000 Pmpared By: SPRINGSTED Incorywated (29 -Dec -92 ) Table V CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, 1993 - 1997 PARK DEDICATION FUND CITY/COMMUNITY PARKS FUND Year Project Expenses Projected Revenues Revenues* Less Expenses Fund Balance Beginning Balance: (*) 1,116,000 1993 892,500 332,710 559,790) 556,210 1994 374,000 338,450 35,550) 520,660 1995 550,000 344,190 205,810) 314,850 1996 400,000 349,860 50,140) 264,710 1997 50,000 355,460 305,460 570,170 Total 2,266,500 1,720,670 545,830) NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS FUND Year Project Expenses Projected Revenues Revenues Less Expenses Fund Balance Beginning Balance: (*) 282,700 1993 50,000 142,590 92,590 375,290 1994 150,000 145,050 4,950) 370,340 1995 175,000 149,850 25,150) 345,190 1996 175,000 149,940 25,060) 320,130 1997 175,000 152,340 22,660) 297,470 Total 725,000 739,770 14,770 The beginning balance for 1993 assumes all 1992 expenditures have been made and all 1992 revenue has been received. Prepared By: SPRINGSTED Incorporated (28 -Dec -92) Page 25 CITY OF PLYMOUTH, MINNEIIOTA CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PRO(iRM4, 1003 - 1001 YEAR - 1wJ Pwpw4d 01: SPRINGSTED I1mpo1SIS0107-Ow-02) LICA710N FUND STORM INFRASTRUCTURE COMMUNITY STATE/ TAM TOTAL MAP ESTIMATED SPECIAL WATER REPLACEMENT UTILITY M.S.A. PLAYRELDS NEIGHBRND COUNTY/ INCREMENT PJ.R. REVENUES 0 PROJECT DESCRIPTION COST ASSESS, FUND FUND FUND FUND OTRAILS PARKS FEDERAL FINANCING FUND OMER PROMDED A.STREETS 1.Co. Rd. 0INSSrn Ln. -IIM4f44C11D11trap. 300.000 SW.W 300,000 aCa. Rd. 01 / CmnV w Dr. - T14Ro SIVOIF=R Is Rd. - Co. Rd.O b South CSV LY41w 4. Nod hwnl Blvd. - Schn" LAAF Rd. to 6011 An. 00,000 700.000 Cow.= 50'aw100.0m 650.000 50.000 3,000,0001 W.o007W.000 4.000,000 S. SCh.. A LAM Rd. - Nodhw441 BNd. w Fwlhloci LA 6. FwnbooM Ln. - SchnMdl LAM Rd. In 4M AM T. %Anon Ln. - SMh Ar. In Nor111Sw1 BNd. 0. 1Mh AN. - Kw1wr Ln. to M4dki14 RwOeRd. 3,300.000 310,000 144.000 300,000 500,000 150,000 200,000r 100.000 23D.0OO, ITO,OOD_ 7PPj L MILL 00 NAND 2 L 1.800,000 FL4-0 2.300.00c) 320,000 5.0001.00 300,000 0. Zed" Ln. / E. M4dIc5wLAlw BIM. - 301h AYO. to ModccS R" Rd. COW.000 dw.wo 550.000 1.0011,000 10. DUMA LSrw - HwY. 55 lo Co. Rd. 0 11. SchnMdl LAM Rd. - VWkebwg Ln, b Fw61o0k LA. 050.000 1,S00,ow 000.0003W.000 50.000 1.200,000 S50,o00 I.500.0w 12. 3Mh An. I Lwo441w Ln. - TnwO WWW 90,000 45,000 W.00 IS. Nom Co. Ad. 2 - "". 50 W Vkb0a0 Ln. 000.000 400.000 400.000 wo'coo 14. Pl o ' Ln. / Soo LMr Fbil S101411111p. 50.000 50.000 50,00D SIAM R4DawIDFlbn/RW1Aohp 1,032,300 375.000 1.100.000 413.50 1,050,500 Su01oYl 156450,500 3,255.00 O I.IW,OW 230,000 2.820.500 0 O O SAM= 0 46,WD 15.455.300 B. SA/OTARYSEWER No O 0 0 0 O 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 B41A0Y1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 C. WATER 1. Fw.dm Ln. - 2141 Am. 10 L11041ir TRIM 150,000 00.000 W.DO 150,000 2. S0v111M LA1w Rd. - FwA100Y Ln. w N011111w41 SNC 240.000 I00.000 140,000 240.000 3. Na01ww1 SM. - Schnoat Law Rd. to 6401 Am 150.00 150.00 1w,OW 4. 31n.0. Ewwwd low 411W0Y4•M SM S. DurMM Ln. - M4dMw Rd. 10 C0. Rd. S 3300,000 200.000 50,000 3,3W.OW 150,000 3,3W.ODD200,000 0. M401rw Rd.- V1rLDu0 Ln. to OMMY LA T. Nw/ Co. Rd. 0 - Nry. 56 M V4MIOr0 UL 3w.Ow 175AW 300,000 175.000 3100.00 175.000 Su515r1 4,675AW 11 1 0 0 4,315,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,575.= 0. DRAINAGE 1. Pondwa D155r04111g1oYw1510 DOW 50.000 WOOD SuNMar1 50,000 0 50,000 O 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 50.00 Pwpw4d 01: SPRINGSTED I1mpo1SIS0107-Ow-02) CITY OF W P E PLYMOUTR SCALE OF MILES Q IrA 12 3/9 I IS QQ —• MNttE ROIOYIO' AWL°e 3 AH eoi"Woe J oo"` e$:: oe• : a: aISVt.; a € .= W .; gWw o:m xe> Wo:„ XOM Y„ W i"?;s e g 88 9 eel 121i18gIS MUD i AKE f r 04 r BASS LAKE 34 BASS TX AVE. g '•• Y V E LAME' 9MMER AU r 4t A, X > LAKE Z, o } b 7. ._ _ - ._ _. _ _6-._ _ _ .. •• • _ 9_ _ _. _ _ ... f[rx Q. xo _ KN_[ E •, x •vs m LIAAr•N•Mr ” ' ^ .e vE s ry T Q v[pi TA o I cu tis cnrwor c LA S A. 3n, AM LAMTY Z. 3 ncarmo Losr E No. 16 B- - -- 1- s. e i u wx aver W A a rurrox a raeixK a[[100t.0 fes.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ... .. TX AVE: A.a x YAFI' CITY Plymouth has a 63 -mile trail system. This map shows city trails in purple. It includes both those trails that are separate from the roadway and those that consist of a separate bicycle/pedestrian lane on the road shoulder. We hope you enjoy them! STREET AND TRAIL MAP r F,,,i b!t +Lra'k P CL)j eds sor"AT s IT Y IT V E Z s„ 5 i6 m i i•' o r e srxvE. o u n B 1e ' • n MEO/C/NE SLY III, BAS IBI A AA LAKE AVE M(tONEY r xa emm KEe. w aiia 25- LAKE xu• 1 Eixii[T a vm or ur[ P6 cni Yx C\ cx. xx a L AVE IVI J r KAI xai e ERI[u yy1 PARKERBt d erx aririr i x E aji.rew i LAKC IS,, AS" rx„ v[ x rKaMAVE. Tx 4e 3` p SID rx vt E x v 3 r x i— E"ef r c s y srx •v '" s, vroTMttopuc r g J ss 1., N u y 1 R.[r1 1 EAST n f 1 j y i' p [xUs. wt,. r afaaj er.. j IS Wu:T LA e b n moc[wwwT AVE IN1[xT w. 1. y n. E Plymouth has a 63 -mile trail system. This map shows city trails in purple. It includes both those trails that are separate from the roadway and those that consist of a separate bicycle/pedestrian lane on the road shoulder. We hope you enjoy them! STREET AND TRAIL MAP r F,,,i b!t +Lra'k P CL)j eds Plymouth Park and Recreation Ph. 550-5130 PARKERS LAKE PAVILION MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM RENTAL POLICY The Parkers Lake Pavilion multi-purpose room is operated by the City of Plymouth and may be scheduled for use on a rental basis by community residents, civic organizations, and private groups. Certain policies are needed to ensure the proper use and control of the facility, so that all people may equally enjoy it. _ All organizations must complete an application and have it approved before using the multi-purpose room. Applications must be submitted as far in advance as possible of the date for which the reservation is requested. Seven days is the minimum request time for facility usage. A reservation will not be confirmed until fees are paid. The multi-purpose room is rated for an occupancy of 68 and is available seven days a week from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. (pending availability) with the exception of national holidays. There are no kitchen facilities available, but there are a few electrical outlets located throughout the room. The multi-purpose room is not available for sales or other events that are fund raising for either public or private groups, unless City Council approval is granted. The Parkers Lake Pavilion is a smoke-free building, & no alcohol is permitted. Fees for Use 1. School Districts 281 and 284 will be charged a park attendant fee of -$7.56 per hour. Plymouth non-profit groups will be charged a rental fee of ice 8 per hour, which includes a building attendant. 2. All other Plymouth groups will be charged a rental fee of $i8 $30 per hour and non-resident groups will be charged $36 per hour (including a building attendant) and will be required to make a $200 damage deposit. The damage deposit will be returned within two weeks of the event if no deductions are necessary. 3. The minimum rental period shall be two hours. 4. When you calculate set-up time on the application, allow at least 30-45 minutes. This includes things such as putting up and taking down tables and chairs, etc. (Please note that the attendant does not arrive until the precise starting time of your event, therefore, room set-up does not begin until then.) 5. Minimum cancellation time shall be 48 hours in advance. For weekend use, you must cancel by 4:30 Friday by calling 550-5130. For all cancellations, a $5 fee will be retained from your rental. If circumstances arise the day of the event which cause you to cancel, you will be charged the minimum rental period of two hours. Rules and Regulations 1. Every group using the facility must be under competent adult leadership. The organization or user group shall assume full responsibility for the group conduct and for any damages to the building or equipment. Pavilion Rental Policy Page 2 2. Beer and intoxicating beverages are not permitted in the multi-purpose room, in the parking lot or surrounding park areas. 3. Disorderly conduct of any kind is prohibited. 4. The signer of the application shall assume full responsibility for any unlawful act committed. 5. The City assumes no liability for loss, damage, injury or illness incurred by the users of this facility. 6. The signer of the application shall be held personally responsible for any breakage, damage or loss of equipment. 7. All decorations, including streamers, signs and banners must receive prior approval. 8. General clean-up of the facility is required. 9. Violations may result in the Park and Recreation Department denying future permits for the use of the facility. NOTE: If you must cancel your reservation the day of your rental, particularly if on a weekend, and the Park and Recreation office is not open, call a staff member listed below. Staff phone numbers Mary Bisek 474-9542 Eric Blank 553-9922 Nancy Pederson 473-2558 Pavilion no. 476-2822 CITY OF PLYMOUTH 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55447 PARKERS LAKE PAVILION MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM RENTAL APPLICATION Organizati Name of Applicant Address Phone: Work City Purpose of Use (ex. birthday party, bridal shower, etc.) Date & Time of Rental (figure in set-up and clean-up time) Zip date) (time Approx. # attending Will you need tables & chairs set up Do you want use of 100 -cup coffee maker? (you must provide coffee) I understand that a part or all of the deposit fee will be forfeited if condition of the multi - purpose room requires extra duties for the Park and Recreation Department, and that I and the representative organization are responsible for conduct of participants and any resulting damages. Signature Date USE ONL Payment received Receipt # Amount date) FX' : **T T `. iF YaY YXXiY t]YIF YX>; T at3CX]YanYXiFiYT''a',Fr T T`s'xaF FiYXXaYXIY'F: a: r *>; xat tiYiY]YiYiY]FiCX' k Fal>vT T *+YiYiFiF]FX'iY CONFIRMATION FOR USE OF PARKERS LAKE PAVILION Your group's use of the Parkers Lake Pavilion has been approved for date) by time) (Park and Recreation Staff Member Estimated Actual office use only) School Dist. 281 & 284 7.59 8 per hr for attendant 2 hour minimum Non-profit Plymouth groups r17 8 per hr, 2 hr minimum includes attendant All other Plymouth groups z^8 0 per hour, 2 hr minimum Non-resident groups, $36 per hour 2 hr min. and 200 damage deposit Fees must be turned in with application) TOTAL I understand that a part or all of the deposit fee will be forfeited if condition of the multi - purpose room requires extra duties for the Park and Recreation Department, and that I and the representative organization are responsible for conduct of participants and any resulting damages. Signature Date USE ONL Payment received Receipt # Amount date) FX' : **T T `. iF YaY YXXiY t]YIF YX>; T at3CX]YanYXiFiYT''a',Fr T T`s'xaF FiYXXaYXIY'F: a: r *>; xat tiYiY]YiYiY]FiCX' k Fal>vT T *+YiYiFiF]FX'iY CONFIRMATION FOR USE OF PARKERS LAKE PAVILION Your group's use of the Parkers Lake Pavilion has been approved for date) by time) (Park and Recreation Staff Member 1992 ATHLETIC FACILITY RENTALS revised 01/12/93 U Zachary Softball Tournaments 4/25 & 26 Trygs (Edina Realty) 960.00 5/16 & 17 Honeywell I 600.00 5/22-27 Girls High School Region 6AA 470.00 6/13 Honeywell Employees 300.00 7/11 & 12 Honeywell II 600.00 7/25 & 26 Target 600.00 9/4-7 MRPA/USSSA Men's Class C Divisional 1,000.00 T,. [7n nn Other Softball Rentals 4/1-5/30 Armstrong High School (Zachary) $500.00 7/10 QVC (Plymouth Creek) 102.00 8/6 Burgess Industries (Plymouth Creek) 56.00 8/22 John Sands (Plymouth Creek) 30.00 L-0-8-00 Baseball Tournament 6/26-28 Plymouth/Wayzata Assoc. (Plymouth Creek) $--120.00 Soccer Rentals 6/15-19 West Suburban Soccer Camp $ 200.00 6/26-28 Plymouth/Wayzata Soccer Club 3.360.00 3.560.00 Miscellaneous 6/14 TCRC Car Club (Plymouth Creek) $ 70.00 10/31 Boy Scout Troop 477 (Plym Creek Bldg) 100.00 12/19 Broomball Rental (Plymouth Creek) 40.00 210.00 TOTAL RENTALS $9.208.00 Plymouth Park and Recreation Department Ph. 550-5130 1993 PARK FACILITY RENTAL POLICIES AND FEE SCHEDULE The City of Plymouth's Park and Recreation facilities are provided for the wholesome 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 providing as much lead time as possible. Fourteen days is the minimum request time for any (special event) facility usage. Requests will be filled based on availability and facility condition. In order to ensure maximum availability to residents, we are not allowing usage to any non -Plymouth groups. It is the City's policy that the long-range care and maintenance of all park facilities takes precedence over any single event. Requests 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 request 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 commitment to provide clean, safe and fun parks for every resident's enjoyment. ELIGIBLE PLYMOUTH USER GROUPS IN ORDER OF PRIORITY: 1. Plymouth Park and Recreation sponsored programs. 2. Youth athletic associations serving Plymouth residents. 3. Plymouth resident groups (50% of the group must be Plymouth residents). 4. Plymouth nonprofit civic organizations, i.e., Civic League, Lions, Jaycees, etc. 5. Registered teams participating in City programs. 6. Private Plymouth companies. 7. Churches located within Plymouth. A. SEASONAL FACILITY RESERVATIONS 1. Plymouth athletic associations and adult programs made up of at least 50% Plymouth residents 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 for youth groups only after they have made maximum use of daylight hours. Lights for practice are provided only for hockey during normal warming house hours. a. Facilities will be provided to youth athletic associations based on the percent of Plymouth children in their program. b. Plymouth adult groups will be responsible for special field preparation (infield dragging and lining, , grooming mounds and batter's boxes, putting tip 5eeeer mets an out corner flags, etc.) on any days when park attendants are not in the park for other programs. Plymouth will provide these groups access to non - motorized maintenance equipment. Adult groups will also be required to pay for any light usage. c. All groups will be charged a fee for special tournaments. Park Facility Rental Policies B. SPECIAL EVENT FACILITY RESERVATIONS Page 2 Facilities that are available, after scheduling seasonal field reservations, are on a first come, first served basis. Any group wanting exclusive reserved use of a facility is required to pay a rental fee. Whenever lights, restrooms or special facility preparation is required, you must have a park attendant on duty a minimum of 30 minutes prior to and following your event. All estimated special event rentals must be paid a minimum of seven days prior to the event. 1993 FEE SCHEDULE 1. Softball/baseball, hockey/broomball $ -10 11/hour or $fib 66/day 2. Football/soccer $ i5 16/hour or $99 96/day 3. Park attendant $ fi $8.50/hour* 4. Field lights $ 20/hour 5. Rink lights $ 10/hour 6. Electronic scoreboards (where available) $ 25/day/scoreboard 7. Public address system $ 50/day 8. Diamond dry $10/bap (maximum of 5/day) A refundable $100 damage deposit must accompany all applications for rentals of 200-500. A $200 damage deposit is required for rentals over $500. Plymouth Athletic Associations can make arrangements to assume park attendant duties for special event rentals. For day long reservations, users can opt for two hour morning set up and two hour evening clean up per day. Remember, motorized ballfield grooming equipment usage is limited to Park and Rec staff. NOTE: 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. C. PARK RULES 1. No game may start before 8:00 a.m. Monday through Saturday or before 10 a.m. Sunday. 2. No inning or period may start after 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday or after 9 p.m. Sunday. 3. No motorized vehicles or machines are permitted on park property without the written consent of the Park and Recreation Department. 4. Applications for food vending permits must be made through the Plymouth City Clerk. 5. In the event of total cancellation of an event due to severe weather, all fees will be refunded, minus a $10 service fee. Any other cancellation by user will result in loss of deposit if made less than 30 days prior to the event. If cancellation is made before that, a $10 service fee will be retained. The Plymouth Park and Recreation Department will determine the amount of refund on any partially completed events. 6. There will be no consumption of intoxicating beverages on park property, unless a special permit is issued by the City Council. 7. Park telephones are for City business and emergency use only. 8. Batting practice is prohibited at Zachary Elementary School. Penalty - one-half of damage deposit will be forfeited. CITY OF PLYMOUTH SPECIAL EVENT/PARK USAGE APPLICATION 1. Organization 2. Person in Charge: Name Address Phone: Home Work 3. Dates desired 4. Fields/Rinks desired 5. Will food or merchandise be sold? 6. Other Estimated Actual (Office use Only) Field/rink charges $ Lights ($10/hr/rink) 20/hr/field) Staff ($-8 $8.50/h Scoreboards (where available) 25/board/day) Public address system ($50/day) TOTAL I, , understand that a part or all of the deposit fee will be forfeited if condition of the park requires extra duties for the Park and Recreation Department, and that I and the representative organization are responsible for conduct of participants and any resulting damages. gnature Bass Lake 1 SB/BB 5450 Northwest Blvd. 1 90' BB Plymouth, MN 55442 1 S/F-L 1 HR -L 4 T -L LaCompte 2 SB/BB 10805 Old Co. Rd. 15 1 HR -L Plymouth, MN 55441 PLAYFIELDS AND THEIR FACILITIES All have park shelter buildings) Plymouth 3 SB/BB-L 9805 36th Ave N 3 S/F-L Plymouth, MN 55441 2 HR -L 4 T -L Plymouth Creek 2 SB/BB-L 3625 Fernbrook Ln 1 90' BB -L Plymouth, MN 55447 2 S/F-11- 2 F-1L2HR -L Oakwood 2 SB/BB-1L Ridgemount 2 SB/BB 1700 Co. Rd. 101 1 90' BB -L 12000 Ridgemount Ave 2 S/F Plymouth, MN 55447 3 S/F-21- Plymouth, MN 55441 2 HR -L 1 HR -L 3 T -L 5 T -2L Zachary 4 SB/BB-L Parkers Lake 1 SB/BB 4355 Zachary Ln 1 90' BB -L 15500 Co. Rd. 6 2 90' BB -11- Plymouth, MN 55441 2 S/F-L Plymouth, MN 55447 1 S/F-L 2 HR -L 4 T -L 4 T -L KEY SB/BB = Softball/Youth Baseball Field S/F = Soccer/Football Field HR = Hockey Rink T = Tennis Court L = Lighted 1993 PRAC MEETING DATES February 11 March 11 April 8 May 13 June 10 July 8 August 12 (in past years, the August meeting has sometimes been cancelled due to lack of business) September 9 October 14 November 4* December 2* November's and December's meetings have been switched to the first Thursday of the month due to the Veteran's Day Holiday and Hanukkah falling on our regular meeting nights. 13925 61st. Ave. N. Plymouth, MN 55446 612) 559-8222 January 2, 1993 Mr. Kim Bergman, Mayor City of Plymouth 3400 Plymouth Blvd. Plymouth, MN 55447 Dear Kim: At this time it is necessary to offer my resignation to you as vice -chair of the City of Plymouth Park and Recreation Commission. Due to personal events I can no longer fulfill my obligations to the City in a way necessary to meet the needs of the citizens. I have enjoyed my tenure on the Park commission and have found it to be a truly rewarding and growth expanding experience. The FRAC meeting on January 14, 1993 will be my last. Thanks to you, the councilmembers, Eric Blanc, and the Park Commissioners for all your support during the past three years. Sincerely, Marlene J. Waage, Vice -chair City of Plymouth Park and Recreation Advisory Commission cc: Eric Blanc January 7, 1992 Marlene Waage 13925 61st Ave N Plymouth, MN 55446 Dear Marlene: E r CITY OF PLYMOUTR It is with much regret that I read of your resignation from the Plymouth Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. For the last three years, you have been a very valuable and outstanding member of the Commission. Your love of parks and children has certainly been demonstrated through all of your efforts during your tenure. On behalf of the rest of the Commission, my staff and the citizens of Plymouth, I wish to thank you for your commitment and interest in serving the citizens of Plymouth. I wish you and your family the very best of everything in the years ahead. Sincerely, Eric J. Blank Director of Parks and Recreation EJB/np cc: PRAC Acting City Manager 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD, PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447, TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 Axl CITY OF PLYMOUTH PARK AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION Plymouth, MN 55442 Steven Burk At -Large R. 557-0132 2/24/92 1/31/94 11775 40th Place O. 829-1928 Plymouth, MN 55441 Mary Kay Watson At -Large R. 449-0446 6/91 1/31/96 1500 Terraceview Lane O. 449-0447 Plymouth, MN 55447 The ward and at -large designations for these two appointments should be switched as shown in order that all ward designated appointments are from the appropriate areas. Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation John Edson, Council Coordinating Representative Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Members are appointed for three-year terms expiring January 31st of that year. The Chair shall be appointed by the Commission and confirmed by the Mayor from among the members of the Commission and shall serve for a term of one year. Initially Term Name Telephone No. Appointed Expires Donald Anderson Chair R. 545-3608 7/85 1/31/95 417 N. Union Terrace Ln. At -Large Plymouth, MN 55441 Vacant Ward #1 1/31/95 Wyatt Gutzke Ward #2 R. 449-8906 6/91 1/31/94 17410 12th Ave. N. O. 559-1859 Plymouth, MN 55447 Thomas Johnson Ward #3 R. 557-0822 6/91 1/31/94 2345 W. Med. Lake Dr. O. 638-6352 Plymouth, MN 55441 Mark Wahl Ward #4 R. 553-9563 6/91 1/31/96 11640 52nd Ave. N. O. 482-3886 Plymouth, MN 55442 Steven Burk At -Large R. 557-0132 2/24/92 1/31/94 11775 40th Place O. 829-1928 Plymouth, MN 55441 Mary Kay Watson At -Large R. 449-0446 6/91 1/31/96 1500 Terraceview Lane O. 449-0447 Plymouth, MN 55447 The ward and at -large designations for these two appointments should be switched as shown in order that all ward designated appointments are from the appropriate areas. Eric Blank, Director of Parks and Recreation John Edson, Council Coordinating Representative Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers. Members are appointed for three-year terms expiring January 31st of that year. The Chair shall be appointed by the Commission and confirmed by the Mayor from among the members of the Commission and shall serve for a term of one year. fMIIA CLIERVICE MINNETONRA SUN-SAH.oR Hennepin Co. DEC 161992 City to study use of Alirinehaha Creek By Richard Crawford The city of Minnetonka has hired a consultant to study potential public recreational uses next to Minnehaha Creek, which runs from take Minne- tonka east through the city for more than four miles. The city has authorized using federal Community Develop- ment Block Grant (CDBG) money to pay for the consultant to conduct a study and develop a master plan for that portion of the creek corridor within Minne- tonka. A city -appointed task force also will assist the city in study- ing the corridor. One obvious recreational use that could be constructed next to the creek would be a trail. The city already owns much of the property that abuts the creek, according to a city report. The Minnehaha Creek headwaters, where Lake Minne- tonka flows into Minnehaha Creek at Grays Bay Dam, is located within city park area. There are two large communi- ty parks along the creek — Big willow, about loo acres, and the Civic Center, about 95 acres. Two smallercity parks, Adana and Burwell, also are next to the creek. The study should help deter- mine exactly what easements the city has along the entire length of the creek corridor, ac- cording to Mayor Tim Bergstedt. Public access along creek corridor is something we definitely want to take a look at," Bergstedt said. "We know it's a nice amenity and we know e haven't used it as well as we could." Bergstedt cautioned, however, that this study doesn't predetermine what, if anything, will be done along the creek. The council plans to appoint a task force within the next month to work with the consultant. The study is expected to take about six months. The cost of the consultant is estimated to be $5o,000, which will be covered by the federal CDBG money. JrCAPPING SERVICE F:I11NA VN.(URRENI Ilennepin Co. q Buses to swimming lessons discussed \ fly Mary Durben 1 )1 k Bus service to swimming lessons remains in the budget for the Edina Park and Recrea- tion Department, and it won't be discontinued without City Coun- cil approval, Mayor Fred Richards said last week. However, the service is an item city officials are looking at for possible discontinuance or at least modification because of the cost. The subject came up last week during the city's Truth in Taxation hearing on the budget, when a resident who had heard rumors the service would be dropped urged its continuance. Cate Donnelly said the service is essential to some families in which both parents work or in which one parent is disabled and to families that have only one vehicle. She said usershipfiguresareacceptableifonlyfilefustsessionoflessonsis considered. Park and Recreation Director Robert Kojetin said the cost per child for the service has gone upinrecentyearsasdemandforithasdecreased. The department has offered the service for 35 years as part of the swimming program. The service used to be Self - covered bforypart the city used to bus 250 children per session for five sessions of lessons during the summermonths. fast summer, however, the city bused only 42 children and. still had to pay the Edina school district $10,000 to rent the buses, Kojetin said. The cost figured at O Per child, while the depart- ment's fees were only $30 per child per session. During the summer, a high school student rode the buses to survey ridership as an intern- ship project and found that fewer than to children rode one of the buses during the second session. Some buses arrived empty. The full-sized buses have a capacity of 55 to 60 children. Fewer than a quarter of thosetakinglessonsusethebuses, ci- ty officials said. some of those are children in the school district's Kids Club child care Program, which may have to consider providing its own bus service, they said. Kojetln said the department may consider providing busesforonlyonesession, or usingsmaller -size buses. MN11 CLIPPING SERVICE ST. LOUIS PARK SUN -SAILOR monepin Co. DEC 161992 Park Winter If you think outdoor fun in St. Louis Park is limited to the traditional rectangular ice skating rink, your image may change with the flick of a switch at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17. The illumination of more than 8,000 lights signals an entirely new approach to winter fun in Sl. Louis Park: It's the official opening of "Northern Lights — A Winter Wonderland" at Oak Hill Park, 33rd Street and Rhode Island Avenue. In place of the small patch of ice, park visitors will find the Arctic Circle Skating Loop, a one -quarter -mile ribbon of ice. Later this winter, snow sculptures will be on exhibit in the center of the skating loop. There is also a separate small skating rink for very young children. Rimming the skating Wonderland opens loop is the one -third -mile, fully maintained Northern Exposure Walking Trail. The circle of lights does more than add an element of fun and excitement," said Cris Gears, Parks and Recreation director. "The lights make the area easy to find and safer for afternoon and evening recreation." In addition to lighted skating and walking trails at Oak Hill Park this year, there will be two special sliding hills, snow condi- tions permitting. Glacier Gulch is a 35o -toot winding sliding run. Penguin Peak is a separate, less steep sliding hill for tots and small children. Both sliding hills are groomed, lighted and bordered with hay bales. The Northern Lights recrea- tion area will be open daily from Il a.m. to 9 p.m. until Feb. 15. It will be closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Day. Over the years, attendance at neighborhood skating rinks has dwindled. As we listened to residents and members of the Parks and Recreation Commis- sion, it was apparent that something different was needed. We think `Northern Lights' will lend some excitement to the winter recreation scene while providing St. Louis Park residents with safe, convenient outdoor fun," said Gears. As part of the opening week events, free hay rides and hot apple cider will be offered from I to 4 p.m. Dec. 19 and 20. St. Louis Park school groups and organizations may reserve use of the warming house by/ calling 924-2540. YMA CLI INa {EIIVICE LIEN 1'R.41NIr UN -SAILOR 1lennepin Co. DFC 91992 Happy to be here Su&ey : Residents satisfied with. city By David Christenson Eden Prairie residents are typically happy about their hometown and city services, but concerned about taxes, city growth and the environment. Thal picture emerges in a new survey of Eden Prairie by Deci- sion Resources, Inc., conducted for the city government in September. In telephone calls to 401 randomly -selected households, the Minneapolis-based firm ask- ed questions about a range of government programs and pro- posals, following up on a similar survey conducted two years ago. While residents were "once again highly satisfied with their community," but more critical of city government since the last survey, according to a summary of results by Decision Resources analysts. Residents expressed more single4ssue" concerns in the poll than they did two years ago, with stronger feelings about the balance between taxes and spending issues such as growth controls, services and en- vironmental preservation. At this stage in city develop- ment," the summary said, policy -makers are clearly making judgments which trig- ger reactions from those who feel the most intense about one of the four issues and downplay the other three concerns." Among residents polled, 96 percent rated the quality of life in Eden Prairie excellent or good, "among the strongest ratings within the metropolitan arra:' The major reasons for settling in Eden Prairie were location for 31 percent and available housing for 15 percent. Property taxes were rated as the biggest concern, mentioned by 22 percent of respondents. other concerns were growth, traffic, and "poor location." About three-quarters of those surveyed opposed development on the Minnesota River bluffs or wooded areas of southwestern Eden Prairie. Preservation con- cerns were weaker for another natural area, the Riley Creek valley, but 3D percent had no answer when asked about the valley. Residents told pollsters they would support a property -lax in- crease to help environmental preservation, at an average of 21.80 annually. But 47 percent of residents said they oppose a property -tax increase to maintain current ci- ty service levels, while 42 per- cent supported some increase. sixty-two percent said current property taxes are 'very high" or "somewhat high; ' but so per- cent mid they gel "excellent" or good" value from the city government for their money. Seventy-two percent said the city is well-planned for the future, but when asked about the pace of development, 31 percent said it is too rapid and 56 percent said "about right." Residents who felt the city has been "loo easy on developers" out- numbered those who felt the city is loo hard on developers by 36 percent to 19 percent. Eighty-eight percent sup- ported the development re- quirements of park land dedica- tion, park fees, trail corridors and tree preservation. A large segment, 67 percent, said they prefer to spend leisure time in outdoor activities. on recreation system expansions, the trail system had the most supporters at 67 percent, and a majority said they would sup- port a tax increase for a teen ac- tivities center or a park shelter. Senior -center expansion spen- ZgkL ding drew a plurality of support at 45 percent, but 53 percent said they would oppose spending for a cultural arts center and 69 per- cent opposed equestrian traits. City servicers were rated "ex- ceptionally and uniformly high," particularly police and fire protection, park and trail maintenance, and water and sewers, the survey report said. Mve city services had ratings of "only fair" or „poor" for more than 20 percent of respondents: snow plowing, li- quor stores, street maintenance and lighting, and properly valuation. The survey again found Filen Prairie is "young, upscale and well-educated; ' with an average age of 38.3 years, a median education level of college graduation, and median household income of $61,815 — about $17,00D higher than me- dian income in other metro -area suburbs. Based on the sample size and polling techniques, the survey is considered to be accurate for Eden Prairie residents within a margin of plus or minus 5 percent. 5HAKOPEE IALLEI VERSgoonCo. DEC I b "%_ Council approves Lions Park arena feasibility study _ Ey Patrick MInem Editor Ci CouncilvotedTheShakopee , ty 5-002 Dee 1 to hue a¢ engnati¢g consulting film to conducttao a ket- ing and operational analysis pro- posed ra arena at Ltou Park at a cost not to exceed S1S,000, The study will be paid film the city's contingency It October, the council directed s..•, is, which would determine S tbere isasuf5d.t market for an arena inShakopeegivenlikefadliuesinthe region, the status and life expectanry of the now -idle mechanical system n the Valley Ice prem or "bubble," operational esu and revenues, and a construction rest estimate. Assistant Ciry Adtirmtsratot BattyStocksaidtheCitySa¢ProPoaala !0 10 engineerin a and al single o romm the prf-Schelen- Mavemn& s v^^no-= (OSM), r Rec center to open in 1994 The Mdcwakanton Dakota formerly known as Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux)a'on iplanstobegin recreation anter located on Mcy,,= Road in Shakopee in April. were Shakopee cityofficials told in a recent mating with D&I'm Iuden that they fh boutworkcouldbeviilldelaythestart until spring. Shakopee Mayor Oary•I.au- tent said that the facility is ex- pected to take 10 to 11 months to coustmct, which means it would not be open until at least spring 1994.lto makeThecommu¢ianatyli the facility available to rasrdentaofShakopee, Prior lake and Sav- age. It will contain facilities for several re udDrizl OVA as well as an is arena. The Dakotachose to pScathe Propcity under a trust with thefederalBureauofIndianAffairs dulled by Bpringsted Public Finan- rather than acct permita from the evl Advisers. OSM radiated the study City of Shakopee to begin Con- an be completed within 60 60 days. strtiction this fall, Laurent said. Stock Said staff believes that the - questions that the council wants an- swered with re gwd t o the arena would be Satisfied with the OSM Proposal' Stock outlined possible funding wwcu: apical improvement fund, contingency fund (which has a bal- aam-of about S30,000), and Park ruetve fund. Stock Said the capital improvement fund has not bun used for a fusibility study in the past, and patdoes Dot recommend use of the fund. Staff recommended the commgcocy fund if the council was to conduct the amdy, he said. Stock told the conndl that there are still questions aboutthefaulbility of the project, and that if the cooCil wants reliable answers, a professional study is ou uaty, despite the 01CouncilorBobSweeney, who supported the study as a means to determme, one and for all, me thefelsi- bility of the arena proposal, motion to order the study oil e Sed that paid for through fund An outapo- ken contingencyokinopponentof liberal use of the contingency fund in the pest, he SaidthiswasanexampleinwhichUseis appropriate air= the expenditure could not be foreseen whm the 1992 budget was set - The council a,don is designed to ssblct ee ffotne whether it rr the City to fund theprOW14 in which a permanent roof and walls would be placed on the Valley fee Arca at limas Park. The rink has been covered with an air -inflated "bubble" for Several years, but the fabric bu deteriorated to the point that the cover no longer can be used. A group of hockey enthusiasts hu a in fundtoprovidearoundS600, Ing for a permanent roof and wills. The council balked at the teques4 wanting first to See the results of a community Survey on leaeationd needs, and then to See if the city might build a community comer, which could include an arena The issue was fur• ther clouded when the Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux community community that itwould build A cowith an ice area, thatbey router, that coo be used by the Siouz commu- nity, and residents of Shakopee, Prior Lake and Chaska• The Survey indicated them was at least nominal interest in So arena, andwordfromtheSiouxcommunityis that the rt=,mon anter work will probably On ttext spring and take about 10 to 11 months to concoct, meaning it would not be steady toopenuntilspring1994. The city has yet to make a decision on a txrmmu- ntry anter. ftA DEC 101992 p city council news Natural resourcoo inventory to start Eden Prairie City Council mem- bers Tuesday launched a process 10inventorythecommunity's remain- ing natural resources, one that willhelpdeterminewhichpropertiesshouldbepreservedandwhichmaybedeveloped. The Minnesota River Valley bluffsaswellassouthwesternEdenPrairieareassuchasthe"Big Woods " theRileyCreekValleyandRiceMarshLakevicinityareexpectedtobein- cluded in the study, parks Director belBob Lambert said about 1,000 acresongingtomorethan60propertyownerswillbeexamined. Once the list of natural resourcesiscompleteandhasbeen "graded" byaconsultant, the city will have a panelofcitizensandcityofficialmsrecom- end to the council which' should be purchased, which should andbe protected Through other means, anwhich should be developed. It could be mid-1993 or later be- fore the recommendations are made. rnveiview Heights actio is delayed Action Riverview He' plan to build omen on the his, e River Valley luffs ins rnnesolaEdenPrairie, as dela Iheastern by the city coun il. y d Tuesday The city conk ued is review untilJan. 19 in order to o ect more infor- mation on grading ans, the drainingsystemproposedfthearea, and theamountoffinanalondingneededtoensurethataaierosionorolhparemadeif the site. prOb Ins occur on If approv d, the pla would put19single -fa ily home I along theriverbluffsouthof Ris ve iew RoadandeastoEa, n:.,__.:_ mals 41ols fewer 1ha a River- view Hei hIs plan pulled IF, m con- sideratio earlier this year by usladDevelotCorp, after heav crili- cism from the Metropolitan Co ncil. Under the new plan, the city uldrequirethedevelopertoenlargstormwaterholdingpondandlowdetailedcityreviewOf into at- home building plans in order 10 pro-