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Home My WebLink AboutPark and Recreation Advisory Commission Packet 10-10-1996Regular Meeting of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission October 10, 1996, 7 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. Awarded many ice rink contracts/increased project budget b. Referred Maple Creek basketball court issue back to PRAC for further review. C. 5. Unfinished Business a. Review ice arena/pool complex - discuss names b. West Medicine Lake Park update c. Open spaces update d. Elm Creek Playfield update e. Senior citizen needs analysis - review report f. Continue golf course discussion g. East Medicine Lake Regional trail update 6. New Business a. 1997-2001 CIP - approve final draft b. Review policies on ice arena 1) priority ranking 2) ice rental rates 3) advertising policies c. Review draft program for low income individuals' access to Life Time Fitness Center 7. Commission Presentation 8. Staff Communication 9. Adjourn Next regular meeting - November 14 parks\staffiecic\prac\agendas\oct96.doc DATE: October 7, 1996 TO: PRAC FROM: Eric Blank, Director of Parks & Recreation` SUBJECT: October 10 Meeting 1. The issue of the naming of the facility is still open for Commission discussion. Our department staff has spent further time reviewing and discussing this and has also found it to be very difficult for any group to reach a consensus. Recently, the City Council adopted new guiding for the area around City Hall. They also officially changed the designation of downtown to City Center. With the overall area now being referred to as City Center, I think one logical scenario would be as follows. The total complex could be referred to as the Plymouth/Lifetime Recreational Center. The rink would be called the Plymouth Ice Center, and the fixture building would be referred to as the Plymouth Activity Center. This would at least have some form of continuity and logic in that this is the geographic center of the 36 square miles of Plymouth. Of course, any recommendation the Commission has will be forwarded to the City Council. It would be helpful for promotional reasons to put this issue to rest at this month's meeting. 2. Senior Citizen Needs Analysis. Enclosed for your review is a copy of the final draft of the senior citizen analysis report. The Youth Sport Task Force Committee is meeting on Wednesday evening to review and comment on this report. Commissioner Willegalle is a member of that Commission, and he and staff will make verbal reports to you on Thursday evening. The needs analysis, of course, points to the need and the tremendous growth that would be enjoyed by the construction of a facility. This corresponds directly with the Capital Improvements Document which calls for building the Activity Center in 1997. I would like the Commission to take action on this item by forwarding the report to the City Council for their review, along with any comments and additional recommendations and thoughts the Commission may have. I think we need to have a real cost estimate prepared by an architect. 3. 1997- 2001 Capital Improvements Program. This document is pretty much laid out the same as you saw last month. We did, however, have to add additional money to the ninth playfield development. This is based on the latest budget for the project estimated by Mortenson, the construction manager (see attached budget). Also, in the year 1999, we would define trail work to be the bridge at County Road 9 and 494. The Commission also asked me to identify the items that are not included in this five- year capital improvement program. Item A. There clearly is not enough money to acquire all of the 80 acres necessary for the tenth playfield site at the corner of Vicksburg and County Road 47. Item B. There is no money included for the additional phasing of the Elm Creek Playfield. I have circled five items on the attached list from Mortenson which would require about $600,000 to complete. Item C. There is no additional money for open space in this document. As a matter of fact, now that we have received the final updates from the Finance Department, the entire $2,000,000 has been spent before the final two parcels are acquired. Item D. This document does not have funding available for the sports facilities on the Ess land or additional sports facilities at the old Wayzata High School and Greenwood Elementary School. There is also no development of the Ess property for an outdoor education or nature facility. Item E. There is approximately $75,000 left over from the $100,000 currently budgeted for the East Medicine Lake Regional Trail. As of the writing of this report, I don't know whether the City's share to develop this project will be more or less than this amount. Item F. There is no funding for a bath -house type building at the new West Medicine Lake Park facility. 4. Review Policies on Ice Arena. Bill Abel has attached a staff report dealing with priority ranking for scheduling the ice facility and the ice rental rates. We will be back at the November or December meeting with some policies to review with regards to advertising in the building. 5. Draft Program for Low Income Individuals in the Lifetime Fitness Center. Mary Bisek has attached a draft program for your review with regards to how we will fund tickets for low income individuals for access to the Lifetime Fitness Center. If you have any questions with regards to any of these memorandums and documents, please call me prior to the meeting. Staff will be very happy to do additional research or answer your questions at the time of the meeting. Minutes of the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Meeting September 12, 1996 Page 36 Present: Commissioners Johnson, Fiemann, Priebe, Wahl and Willegalle; (Chair Anderson arrived later); staff Bisek, Blank and Pederson; Councilmember Wold Absent: Commissioner Thompson 1. CALL TO ORDER Vice Chair Wahl called the meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. in the Council Chambers. 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made by Commissioner Priebe and seconded by Commissioner Willegalle to approve the minutes of the July meeting as presented. The motion carried with all ayes. 3. VISITOR PRESENTATIONS a. Athletic Associations. None were present. b. Staff. Mary Bisek began her presentation by announcing that we had a safe beach season, with no major accidents or injuries. The fall soccer program is underway, with 1,200 kids playing. The History Fest was successful. Henry Willegalle was on the committee. A planning meeting for next year has been held already. Our annual Art Fair is Saturday, September 14, from 10-5, at Parkers Lake Park. Approximately 40 artists will display and sell their work. There will also be musical entertainment and food vendors. Mary stated that she and Mark have been working on the northeast neighborhood park project. Several inmates from Lino Lakes are also working on this park project as part of a work release program. They are starting to construct trails and are clearing the site for the playground. Public Works is also helping with trails. Staff is in the process of planning winter programs. We are once again facing a shortage of after school space in both school districts. There has been a big expansion in the child care program, and they are monopolizing gym time, cafeteria and multi-purpose space. Commissioner Willegalle asked if the East Parkers Lake Improvement Association could have a table in the pavilion during the Art Fair. Mary suggested that he check with Karol Greupner to see if there would be room, because both the Seniors and the Human Rights Commission are in the Pavilion this year. Director Blank introduced Bill Abel, the ice arena manager. Bill stated that he was from Willmar, and ran the ice arena there for 16 years. He is in the process now of selecting ice resurfacers and is working with corporations on installation of scoreboards. He stated that he is very excited to be here and said PRAC should be proud of the work they did. Bill is working on building policies, such as proper conduct when in the building. Commissioner Willegalle asked when reservations for outside groups would be taken? Bill responded that we have started tentative PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 37 reservations already. We'll miss out this winter on major youth hockey reservations, but we will be booking things like figure skating, hockey camps and other leagues. c. Others. See item 6a. 4. PAST COUNCIL ACTION a. Council continues to award many contracts for the ice arena; walls, mechanical, etc. b. Greenwood playground dedication ceremony is Friday, September 13. c. Log cabin is under construction in Ely and will be shipped to us between October 1 and October 15. Footings are going in next week. 5. UNFINISHED BUSINESS a. Ice arena complex. This project is continuing to move forward. The construction manager reminded Director Blank that $3,000,000 worth of work is underground in the form of utilities, footings, etc. This is in response to comments from the public complaining it doesn't appear that much is happening at the site. Steel is scheduled to arrive October 7. Large cranes will be visible then. The outdoor pool is 90% complete. Director Blank talked about the identification sign that will be near the street. He explained that our contract says the word Life Time must be in the title. Life Time Fitness will be on the door over the Life Time entrance. We need a name over the entrance door for the ice arena. PRAC can make a recommendation for the overall name, too. Director Blank said that 90% of ice arenas are named "ice arena", and he is not particularly fond of that. This facility is special. A list of names was distributed to PRAC members for their consideration. Commissioner Wahl commented that the initials from Plymouth Ice Garden spell PIG. Bill Abel was asked his opinion. He said that he likes Plymouth Arena and Recreational Complex, which spells PARC. Director Blank likes Plymouth Ice Park. Commissioner Priebe likes Plymouth Ice Center. A suggestion for the overall name was Plymouth Life Time Recreation Complex. COMMISSIONER FIEMANN MOVED TO CALL THE ICE ARENA PLYMOUTH ICE PARK. THE MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. The Commission wants to think about it some more and discuss it again in October. b. West Medicine Lake Park update. Engineering met with the contractor on Monday. A crane will be showing up September 13. Concrete abutments for the bridge will be there Monday, September 16. The contractor says the road will be done by Oct. 26, but we're telling the public November 15. The City has a permit to dredge the beach now, remove culverts, and put in a walkway from the parking lot to the beach area. c. Open space. Survey is done on Johnson Bros. parcel, which splits the parcel. Mr. Stewart now wants to sell his parcel to the City for a reasonable price. The City declined. PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 38 d. Elm Creek Playfield update. The irrigation system is in and includes 300 sprinkler heads. Fine grading and seeding of the softball complex has been done. These fields desperately need rain now, because there is no water to the irrigation system yet. Going out for re -bids on building portion and fence work. e. Senior citizen needs analysis update. The senior task force will be meeting in the next 20 days to review the report. f. Continue golf course discussion. Letters were sent to the individual golf course owners thanking them for making presentations to PRAC and inviting them to meet with staff regarding ways of cooperating in preserving golf in Plymouth. So far, there has been no response to the invitation. 6. NEW BUSINESS a. Maple Creek Park - location of hardcourt - Mark Peterson. Mark distributed copies of park area layout to commissioners. He also had letters from residents indicating where they wanted court or did not want court. Mark explained that letters were sent to homeowners telling them about renovation of park and asking for their input. The play area had to be enlarged due to safety standards, resulting in encroaching on existing basketball court and picnic shelter. The residents wanted the playground to be where it always was, leaving two options for the hardcourt; in the open grassy area or across from the playground area. Commissioner Wahl asked Mark the size of the hardcourt? Mark said 40 x 60. He added that the grassy area is quite large. Rhonda Turgeon, 16205 25th Avenue N, is opposed to any basketball court in this neighborhood park. Objects because it's a neighborhood park. She said friends in Shoreview had trouble in their park when basketball courts were put in. Police had to be called to ask people to leave after hours. She wondered how the police would access this park and if they would keep coming back if necessary. Who's going to pick up the garbage? Her husband has coached soccer for four years and says there isn't enough space for holding soccer practices. She asked if this space could be used for that instead? People have basketball hoops in their driveways, so she feels they are not needed in the park. Just because there won't be lights, doesn't mean people won't be there after the park is closed. She thinks vandalism will increase. Subra, 2545 Weston Lane. His property borders the area in back of park. Doesn't want basketball. His sons play, but they don't want it there. They have a hoop in their driveway. Jim Sanders, 2320 Yuma Lane. Their house is three blocks from Maple Creek. He doesn't share the same concerns. The hardcourt is a common topic of conversation. Not one person is in favor that he has talked to. Neighborhood does not want it. He suggested that City staff listen to what the people are saying. Commissioner Wahl asked if Mr. Sanders objects in general to a basketball court, or just in grassy area? He said he objected to it entirely. Commissioner Priebe asked if basketball was PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 39 there prior to the park playground being replaced? And did it present a problem before? Mr. Sanders responded that it was set up before, so that older kids would not be interested in using it. Patty Anderson, 16015 26th Avenue. Her house is 100 yards from basketball court. She has lived there three years and has been a professional educator for many years. She stated that cult signs have been painted on the old basketball backboard in the past. She picks up beer bottles whenever she walks her dog early in the morning as well as broken glass. She hears kids in the park at night after closing hours and fears that this will become a teen hangout. It's a very secluded area and no adults can see this part of the park. Wildlife frequent this area now and she believes that the noise will scare them away. She believes that the anarchy signs will continue if hardcourt goes in. Councilmember Tim Wold serves on community policing committee and encouraged her to call 911 if she hears anything out of the ordinary, explaining that it's not just for emergencies. Patty is not concerned about soccer being played there, or any other use of open grassy area. She is more concerned about who will hang out there. Bob Cobb, 2760 Zanzibar Lane. He lives in the second house from the west entrance to the park and feels that this park is designed as a small neighborhood park and is not suitable for hardcourt. He doesn't want midnight basketball there. He explained that you can't put court near playground, either, because it's too close to people's backyards. Bill Legg, 2665 Weston Lane. He has lived by playground ever since it was first put in and is now 30 feet from new playground. The old basketball court got used a lot. He doesn't see how a car could get into area to shine its headlights on court, unless driven through chains or on the trail, and you can't play in the dark. It doesn't matter to him where the court is. He thinks a court should be there and that everyone should be able to use it. Will not create any more problems if it's there. Eileen Bohn, 16315 27th Place. Lived there eight years. City parks are not just for select few. Old basketball court was not in good shape. She feels that when the City plans its parks and programs, it ignores teens. She believes that the residents are overly concerned with the small minority who drink and thinks that the kids in the neighborhood are basically good and well behaved. We need someplace for them to go and should not exclude them. With or without basketball, you could have problems. In favor of court. Good opportunity for teens. Can get their dads out there to play. Girls like to play basketball too, so put court in. She agrees, however, that grassy area is secluded. Tom Forester, 2430 Yuma Lane. He shared pictures of Oakwood Elementary School hardcourt with commissioners and commented that there is another court at Parkers, so there are other places nearby to play basketball. He had a list of police calls concerning Oakwood Elem. school, specific to hardcourt, from January 1 to September 3. These calls were mostly property damage, alcohol offenses, smoking, PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 40 starting fires, vehicle damage, etc. He requested that the City not create an environment where crime takes place. Commissioner Johnson commented that teens were not represented in the audience this evening. His teenage son says there is no place for him to go. Mr. Forester said he has no problem with good kids, but these parks don't always attract good kids. The neighborhood is largely made up of younger kids who will not use the basketball court. Dave Howard, 2645 Weston Lane. Mr. Howard is opposed to grassy area court, because it's a pristine, quiet spot. Historically, there has always been a hardcourt in the park. He uses park five times a week. He said based on people's comments at the meeting, he feels the neighborhood doesn't have a lot of faith in its teenagers. He wants the court installed in a visible area and wants to use it himself. Milton Bohn, 16315 27th Place, lives across from park. Mr. Bohn thinks basketball court should be near playground. He feels that kids will congregate near the grassy area regardless of whether or not there is a hardcourt there, because of seclusion. Concerned about his neighbors more than for himself. Gwenn Goblirsch, 2705 Weston Lane. She doesn't want hardcourt in her backyard. Likes park the way it is now. Chris Chiles, 16120 21st Ave. Lives on southern end of Steeplechase. Her family uses this park a lot. Kids are elementary age. She opposes basketball court in park. Her boys are intobiologyand science and enjoy the wildlife they find in the park. Thinks park is a real asset and would like it to remain natural. Tim Stibblin, 2725 Weston Lane. Doesn't oppose a basketball court, but has a concern about the possible sites, though. Is hesitant to keep putting up more tar and less grass. Basketball is a loud game. Bouncing balls make a lot of noise. Kids at playground don't make nearly the amount of noise that basketball makes. Rich Heinrich, 2505 Yuma Lane. Mr. Heinrich says he knows his neighbors, and they don't play basketball. He claimed that there are more adults than kids living in this neighborhood. He wondered if there was a City policy stating that neighborhood parks had to have a hardcourt? Commissioner Wahl responded that he doesn't think the hardcourt belongs in the grassy area. Other PRAC members agreed. COMMISSIONER WILLEGALLE MOVED TO DISCARD THE OPTION OF PLACING THE HARDCOURT IN THE GRASSY AREA. COMMISSIONER PRIEBE SECONDED THE MOTION. AYES ALL. Mike Leonard, 2510 Yuma Lane. Read a letter from his neighbor, Russell Gallagher, who could not attend. Doesn't want the hardcourt anywhere in the park. PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 41 Chris Chiles spoke again. She thinks that staff needs to do an assessment of other options for where area teens can go to play sports. Andy Polzin, 15925 27th Place, said there is a problem with this area being under water sometimes. He thinks it will be a maintenance nightmare. Cheryl Polzin thanked the Commission for their recommendation to drop basketball from the grassy area. She feels that the other proposed area is not a good option either, because it's too close to houses. Commissioner Wahl agreed that putting the basketball court near the playground was not a viable option. COMMISSIONER PRIEBE MADE A MOTION TO REMOVE THE HARDCOURT FROM THE PARK COMPLETELY. COMMISSIONER FIEMANN SECONDED. THE MOTION CARRIED WITH ALL AYES. The Commission continued to discuss the issue, stating that basketball is a questionable use of a small park. They feel that small parks are better suited for use by young children. Commissioner Johnson stated that he wasn't hearing a lot of voices in favor of the hardcourt. Commissioner Wahl agreed and said that this park didn't lend itself to putting one in. Commissioner Fiemann agreed but said he feels there is a need for activities for teens in the area, but this was not the place. Councilmember Wold asked Director Blank to explain to residents the process that follows this recommendation by PRAC. Director Blank said PRAC is an advisory board and makes recommendations to the Council. He stated that this item will be placed on the consent agenda for the Council with a denial recommendation. Council will likely agree with PRAC. A final comment made by a resident was for more trees to be planted with money saved by not putting in the hardcourt. b. 1997-2001 CIP. Director Blank explained the `96 projects that are underway or have been completed. In 1997, $225,000 has been allocated for Elm Creek Playfield. There currently are no lights on baseball or soccer fields and there is no playground. Neighborhood school/parks requesting financial assistance include Birchview, Sunset and Pilgrim Lane. Director Blank explained that the City policy on contributions to school playgrounds needs to be updated. Two neighborhood park playgrounds will need 80,000 each for replacement. The amphitheater needs to be lighted for safety reasons, which is estimated at $25,000. $2.2 million is earmarked for the senior/activity center addition to Life Time Fitness, and additional trails are proposed. PRAC Minutes/September 1996 Page 42 In 1998, trails, development of one neighborhood park, and a field house at Elm Creek Playfield are proposed, Zachary Playfreld needs to be upgraded for youth baseball, and land needs to be acquired for the 10th playfield in northwest Plymouth, if population growth warrants it. In 1999, trails are proposed, as well as continuing payments for the 10th playfield. In 2000 and 2001, neighborhood park development is proposed, along with more trails. Director Blank then discussed some of the things that are not included in the CIP, such as money for the Ess property development, a building in West Medicine Lake park, a walkway of some kind over 494 and County Road 9, and some additional amenities in the parks like sculptures, or fine art type items, etc. Commissioner Fiemann asked about the house and land by Greenwood to be used for soccer. Director Blank said he spoke to the Superintendent and told him to explore purchasing this property and that we would consider a joint venture with the School District. Commissioners then asked what kind of money was needed to add amenities to the open space we purchased? Director Blank said we need a management plan for the open space sites first, and that a year from now will perhaps have that in place. Director Blank encouraged PRAC to think about items that were not included in the CIP and let staff know what they are. The CIP will need PRAC approval in October. Mary Bisek mentioned that golf was not included, either. Commissioner Priebe asked staff to give PRAC a list of what's not included in the CIP. Director Blank stated that he has funds in the parks operating budget to study the golf course issue in 1997. c. East Medicine Lake Regional trail update. Director Blank reported that 90-95% of residents favor trail. Hoping to present a draft report to Council at first meeting in October, which will go to park district board in late October. If all goes well, could start construction next year. Part of the road has already been changed to a one way. 7. COMMISSION PRESENTATION None. 8. STAFF COMMUNICATION Think of names for the ice arena for next month, and approve CIP. The seniors' request for use of tennis courts at Parkers Lake will be discussed in January. 9. ADJOURN The meeting adjourned at 9:45 p.m. Regular Council Meeting October 2, 1996 Page 8 rc IF Item 8 -AA (6-N) Eliminate Hard Court in Maple Creek Park Marion S. Barber, 2800 Blacks Oaks Lane North, asked that the hard court not be removed from Maple Creek Park. He said it is needed to help young people develop values of responsibility, justice, honesty, and respect. Removal of the court from the park will send a negative message to children who need somewhere to play in the neighborhood and should not be encouraged to go elsewhere. He was not present at the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission meeting when the issue was discussed. Mayor Tierney explained that the hard court was existing in the park and was initially going to be moved to another location in the park during reconstruction. At the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission (FRAC) meeting, residents said they wanted the court removed from the park. Councilmember Wold was present at the PRAC meeting when the item was discussed. He said that this City Council has been very responsive to children, through development of parks, ice facility, and joint City/School facilities. In this instance the court was removed. Due to the ADA requirements, there was not enough space to reinstall the court at its prior location. Two options for relocation of the court were presented. The majority of residents at the PRAC meeting were opposed to both of the alternative locations. He supports having basketball courts available and having park facilities wherever possible. He volunteered to serve on a Subcommittee to meet with the neighborhood and reconsider the issue. Eileen Bohn, 16315 27t` Place North, represented neighbors in the Mapledell/Maple Creek neighborhood. She presented a petition from 40 homeowners requesting that the hard court remain in the park. The park is between three neighborhoods, with apond to the north, and it is only accessible by walking paths. Parking is not provided. She said that two open areas were considered for installing the new playground equipment - the large grassy area to the south and the existing area of the basketball hard court. Residents were notified that the park was being reconstructed, and that it would mean moving the playground equipment. Residents assumed that the basketball pad would be relocated to either the large grassy area or the area adjacent to the playground. In August, residents learned there was indecision about where to put the basketball hard court. She said that some residents spoke in favor of the basketball hard court, but the opposition appeared in greater numbers. She believes that more residents in favor of the hard court should have appeared at the meeting. However, they had assumed because there was a pad before, it would be relocated within the park. The basketball hard court should remain in the park to serve the future needs of children who will outgrow the playground equipment. Regular Council Meeting October 2, 1996 Page 9 Councilmember Lymangood thanked residents for appearing in support of the issue this evening. He believes it is inappropriate for the Council to determine the issue tonight because it deserves more discussion. He suggested referring the issue back to PRAC with direction to do a broader distribution of the meeting announcement. Councilmember Wold thanked the residents who spoke. He noted that it is too late to build the hard court this year, so there is time for PRAC to conduct another meeting on the issue with clear notice to residents of the options under consideration. Councilmember Lymangood, seconded by Councilmember Granath, to refer the issue to PRAC for consideration of the issue, with input from Councilmember Wold and Park Director Blank on specific procedures and issues for consideration. Councilmember Granath stated that he couldn't support the request tonight, but supports further consideration with the neighborhood. Councilmember Preus provided direction to PRAC that he hopes a solution can be found that everyone in the neighborhood is happy with. He believes this is a very nice place for a basketball court, and eliminating the hard court does not seem to be the right solution. He asked that PRAC and the neighborhood work on a creative solution for placement of the basketball court that is least disruptive to residents who don't want it in the neighborhood. Mayor Tierney agreed that the issue deserves a full hearing with all interested residents involved. Motion carried, seven ayes. 125.53 GUIDELINES FOR REQUESTING CITY CONTRIBUTIONS TO PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS est. May 1986) Revised November 1996) 1. Location of proposed improvements must be on school district property that is designated as a neighborhood park in the City's Comprehensive Park System Plan. 2. A well organized site plan must be presented. This shall include the proposed budget, showing itemized costs and any volunteer labor, etc., for the project. 3. The school district shall agree in writing to own and maintain said play equipment and accept all liability. 4. PTO's must make requests for funding by May 1 to allow the City time to budget funds for the project for the following City fiscal year (January 1 to December 31). 5. The City will only match funds and/or volunteer labor. The City will review each request on a case-by-case basis to determine the amount of contribution. In no case, will it exceed 50% of the total capital costs, to a maximum of $25,000. 6. City funds will not be considered unless the walking neighborhood in which the park is located is at least 50% developed. 7. The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission (FRAC) shall prioritize all park funding requests in relationship to all other park projects. 8. The City will give low priority to sites that have received other City funding within the last 10 years. 125.53 GUIDELINES FOR REQUESTING CITY CONTRIBUTIONS TO PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS est. May 1986) 1. Location of proposed improvements must be on school district property that is designated as a neighborhood park in the City's Comprehensive Park System Plan. 2. A well organized site plan must be presented. This shall include the proposed budget, showing itemized costs and any volunteer labor, etc., for the project. 3. The school district shall agree in writing to own and maintain said play equipment and accept all liability. 4. PTO's must make requests for funding by April 1 to allow the City time to budget.funds for the project for the following City fiscal year (January 1 to December 31). 5. The City will only match funds and/or volunteer labor. The City will review each request on a case-by-case basis to determine the amount of contribution. In no case, will it exceed 50% of the total capital costs, to a maximum of $10,000. Priority will be given to requests of $5,000 + $5,000 over two years. 6. City funds will not be considered unless the walking neighborhood in which the park is located is at least 50 % developed. 7. The Park and Recreation Advisory Commission (PRAC) shall prioritize all park funding requests in relationship to all other park projects. 8. The City will give low priority to sites that have received other City funding within the last 10 years. Club Plymouth Plymouth Ice Center Plymouth Ice Arena Plymouth Ice Palace Plymouth Ice Forum Plymouth Ice Garden Plymouth Ice Park Plymouth Ice Palace Plymouth Ice Stadium Plymouth Ice Coliseum Plymouth Icedrome Plymouth Ice Theater Plymouth Ice Bowl Plymouth Ice Castle Names called in by commissioners: Plymouth Recreational Center Plymouth Ice and Athletic Center Plymouth Sports Center Plymouth Sports Complex Plymouth Sports Facility Plymouth Skate Center Plymouth Skate Arena Plymouth Skate Palace Plymouth Skate Forum Plymouth Skate Garden Plymouth Skate Park Plymouth Skate Palace Plymouth Skate Stadium Plymouth Skate Coliseum Plymouth Skatedrome Plymouth Skate Theater Plymouth Skate Bowl Plymouth Skate Castle Plymouth Arena and Recreational Complex Plymouth Arena and Recreational Center Plymouth Arena and Recreational Campus Plymouth and Life Time Recreational Campus Plymouth and Life Time Recreational Complex Plymouth/Life Time Campus Plymouth/Life Time Rec Plex Plymouth/Life Time Sports Plex Plymouth/Life Time Recreational Center Plymouth Recreation/Life Time Campus COST ANALYSIS FOR ELM CREEK PLAYFIELD 9/27/96 CITY OF PLYMOUTH Bid Cat DESCRIPTION 1 BASE EARTHWORK 38 SOFTBALL BUILDING/CONCRETE 41 SIGNAGE 43 TRASH RECEPTACLES 44 BITUMINOUS $59,677 44 BITUMINOUS WALKWAY @ PKGBU: 44 BITUMINOUS WALKWAY @ SOFTBALI 44 BITUMINOUS WALKWAY @ SOCCEF 45 FENCING $85,334 45 SOFTBALL FENCING 45 SOCCER FIELD FENCING 46 SOFTBALL BACKSTOF 46 PLAYFIELD EQUIPMENT $22,400 46 SOCCER GOALS 46 BIKE RACKS 46 SOFTBALL BENCHES 47 LANDSCAPING $104,127 47 IRRIGATION -SOFTBALL (4, 47 IRRIGATION -SOCCER (5, 47 SOD 49 SOFTBALL LIGHTING 50 BASKETBALL COURT -COMPLETE CONTINGENCY SUBTOTAL C.M. SUPERVISORY LABOR 2.9% C.M. GENERAL CONDITIONS .3% OWNER GENERAL CONDITIONS 2.3% SUBTOTAL C.M. FEES 2.25% DESIGN FEES 5.75% (Plus Reimb) GRAND TOTAL MORTENSON CITYBUDG.XLS AWARD REBID REBID City Purchase AWARD REBID City Purchase City Purchase City Purchase City Purchase AWARD AWARD HOLD till Spring Original Approved Revised Pending Changes Projected Contractor MAM12/14/96 Contract Change Contract Total Budaet Sum Orders Sum Quotes Estimates Costs 625,699 625,699 15,070 640,769 0 7,500 648,269 192,447 198,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 72,000 0 72,000 0 0 72,000 37,677 15,000 7,000 175,000 51,334 12,000 22,000 22,400 15,000 1,000 6,400 101,124 0 101,124 5,000 0 106,124 42,544 51,583 10,000 268,218 290,000 29,300) 260,700 0 260,700 20,000 53,500 82,170 82,170 1,470,072 1,088,823 14,230) 1,074,593 5,000 7,500 1,628,163 42,632 42,632 4,410 4,410 33,812 33,812 1,550,926 1,709,017 34,896 34,896 89,178 89,178 1,675,000 1,833,091 MORTENSON CITYBUDG.XLS AWARD REBID REBID City Purchase AWARD REBID City Purchase City Purchase City Purchase City Purchase AWARD AWARD HOLD till Spring OUTSTANDING OPTIONS MORTENSON CITYOPALS DESCRIPTION COSTTIT 1 SOCCER FIELD LIGHTING 129,104 OUTDOOR HOCKEY RINK 40,000 3 MULTI-PURPOSE/MAINTENANCE BLDG 300,000 HOCKEY LIGHTING 19,303 BASKETBALL COURT -LIGHTING 19,0005 n CHILDRENS' PLAYGROUND 85,000 7 VARSITY BASEBALL LIGHTING 80,000 8 TENNIS COURT LIGHTING 38,443 9 REMOTE CONTROL FOR IRR. & LIGHTING 44,000 SUBTOTAL 754,850 C.M. SUPERVISORY LABOR 2.9% 21,891 C.M. GENERAL CONDITIONS .3% 2,265 OWNER GENERAL CONDITIONS 2.3% 17,362 SUBTOTAL 796,367 C.M. FEES 2.25% 17,918 DESIGN FEES 5.75% 45,791 GRAND TOTAL 860,076 MORTENSON CITYOPALS CITY OF PLYMOUTH SENIOR CITIZENS FUTURE NEEDS STUDY REPORT SUBMITTED TO THE CITY COUNCIL OCTOBER 1906 TABLE OF CONTENTS Executive Summary........................................................................... 3 Introduction..................................................................................... 5 Social and Recreational Programs......................................................... 6 Health Improvement Programs............................................................. 7 Educational Programs........................................................................ 8 Volunteer Opportunities...................................................................... 9 Senior Facility Requests....................................................................10 Program Staff Needs..........................................................................11 Estimated Operating Budget................................................................12 Conclusion.....................................................................................13 Population trends and use experience of new facilities ....................... Appendix Elderly population growth......................................................... Appendix Trends in elderly population, 1990-2010 ....................................... Appendix EXECUTIVE SUMMARY On October 3, 1995, a group of senior citizens appeared before the Plymouth City Council and requested a study, which would assess the current and future needs of the senior population in Plymouth. The City Council appointed a committee which included representatives of the Plymouth senior population, the Park and Recreation Department, the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission, Senior Community Services (the non-profit organization operating the current Plymouth senior programs), and School Districts 281 and 284. The committee was directed to report its findings to the Park and Recreation Advisory Commission. Committee Activities: Met a total of six times. Reviewed current programs in Plymouth for older adults and space needs. Considered current programs and space needs in neighboring communities. Took a field trip to visit centers in St. Louis Park, Crystal, and Minnetonka and noted their revenue and expenditure operating results. Projected the growth in the senior population over the next 20 years. Considered future trends in programming for older adults. Projected the capital and operating costs for a center in Plymouth based on this information and the experience of Senior Community Services in operating a number of centers. Committee Findings: 1. The elderly population in Plymouth will grow dramatically by 2010. 1996 2010 change 65 and over 2,543 4,260 68% 85 and over 115 595 417% All elderly 5,400 10,056 86% 2. The overall impact of centralizing facilities serving seniors is to triple the programs offered and double the attendance at them. The Minnetonka Center now serves 4,000 unduplicated seniors. 3. Specific benefits of centralizing senior programs and services into one facility include: improve distribution of information to seniors improve the efficiency of transportation services allow better nutrition programs reduce isolation among seniors create a sense of pride and community reduce administration and overhead costs for many programs 3 4. Current and projected program needs (number of people participating): ProgramType CurrentPrograms CurrentNeed Future Need Social 514 988 1,838 Health 622 1,244 2,314 Education 11000 1,296 2,408 Totals 2,136 3,528 6,560 Notes: Current need based on trend of other new centers to double most existing programs plus staff estimate of new programs that could be added. Future need allows for 86% increase in number of elderly in Plymouth by the year 2010. 5. A new center serving seniors should have a catering kitchen, a room to seat up to 300 people but dividable into several smaller rooms, and plenty of storage space. 6. Seniors are a major volunteer resource for the community: Nearly half of the seniors in the current senior clubs volunteer time to the community. A total of 112 volunteers provided 12,124 volunteer hours last year. Volunteer hours may also nearly double with a new center. 7. The capital cost of an activity center that could serve seniors is estimated at $2.2 million. Possible sources of funding for the capital cost include: proceeds from the sale of City land at Vicksburg and Highway 55, 1996 year end surplus, the proposed capital improvement levy, and the Community Improvement Fund. The operating cost is estimated at $130,000 per year. The operating revenue from rental of space is estimated at $50,000 per year, leaving a total net cost of about $80,000 per year. Conclusion: After reviewing programs in Plymouth, senior centers in other communities, demographic data, and other information, the committee concluded that an activity center designed to serve the needs of seniors as well as all other age groups in the population, would add much to the quality of life in Plymouth. 13 INTRODUCTION In October 1995, the Mayor and Council directed the Recreational Sports Facilities Task Force to broaden its scope and analyze the future needs of senior citizens. The sports facilities task force established a sub -committee to go into depth in this area of study. The charge to the sub -committee was to analyze the current and projected future growth of the senior population of Plymouth and to make recommendations with regard to programming and facilities for this age group. The sub -committee was made up of the following people and was chaired by Eric Blank: Ben Withhart, Senior Community Services Sara Mittelstaedt, Plymouth Seniors Coordinator Jim Brandl, Wayzata Community Education Director Henry Willegalle, Park and Recreation Advisory Commission Bill Gavaras, citizen Marty Guritz, citizen Inge Millikin, citizen Cathy Cheslack, citizen The task force met for the first time on November 16 and had a total of six meetings, including a tour of several facilities. Technical information was provided to the task force by Ben Withhart and Sara Mittelstaedt, from the Senior Community Services agency. Population projections were provided by the City of Plymouth and the office of Planning and Development, Hennepin County. On November 30th, the committee toured senior facilities in Minnetonka, Crystal and St. Louis Park. The Minnetonka and Crystal centers were new facilities designed specifically for senior citizen programs. The Lennox Center in St. Louis Park was a converted elementary school. The committee had a chance to meet with staff and senior citizens at each of these locations and discuss their opinions with regard to what they liked about their facilities and what they hoped to accomplish in the future. On December 20, Melinda Ludwizak from the Robbinsdale School District Senior Citizens Department met with the committee. She gave an overview of the programs and services they provide within the Robbinsdale School District, primarily focused in the Robbinsdale-Crystal- New Hope portion of the district. The City of Golden Valley has their own senior citizen full time staff. The rest of this report lays out the information and findings of the committee. The report outlines the current status of programs within the community and what the projected growth would be if a centralized facility were developed. Next, the report outlines the requested facilities that the seniors would like the City Council to consider. The last portion of the report outlines some programming staff needs, elderly population projections, and the estimated operating expenses of a year-round senior facility. 5 SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS These programs add the much needed socialization of the older adult. The purpose is to get people out of their homes and involved in fun activities. Of course, almost all activities we offer would fill this need. Increased Growth Anticipated in Social and Recreational Programs An activity center would provide a meeting place ... "a place where everyone knows your name". Some of the seniors lament the closing of the coffee shop on Highway 55 where they . used to meet and chat. These added programs might add at least 260 more participants. Programs Bridge 500 Other card & board games Bingo Special Community Dinners Pork Chop dinner Spaghetti dinner Pancake breakfast, etc. A Senior Dining Program Seasonal social gatherings Other recreational special interest groups would form: Ham Radio Club AA/AI Anon Book Club Men's Club Women's Club IN Times per year Current Participants Current Need Future Need Social Club meetings Two sr. clubs meet once per month) 24 170 340 632 Bride Playing Once per week 51 24 48 89- 500 Playing Once per week 51 20 40 74 Card Parties Twice per year 2 100 100 186 Pork Chop Dinner open to the ublic) 1 200 200 372 New programs 260 485 Total 514 988 1838 Increased Growth Anticipated in Social and Recreational Programs An activity center would provide a meeting place ... "a place where everyone knows your name". Some of the seniors lament the closing of the coffee shop on Highway 55 where they . used to meet and chat. These added programs might add at least 260 more participants. Programs Bridge 500 Other card & board games Bingo Special Community Dinners Pork Chop dinner Spaghetti dinner Pancake breakfast, etc. A Senior Dining Program Seasonal social gatherings Other recreational special interest groups would form: Ham Radio Club AA/AI Anon Book Club Men's Club Women's Club IN HEALTH IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS includes Exercise, Nutrition Education, Health Education, Health Screenings) Current Offerings Times per Year Current Participants Current Need Future Need Walking Club (meets weekly) 50 28 56 104 Aerobic exercise (meets twice weekly from October -May) 32 40 80 149 Biking Club (Meets weekly May - October) 24 8 16 30 Tennis club ( Meets weekly May- October) 24 12 24 45 Nutrition classes 4 8 16 30 Health education class such as CPR 2 5 10 19 Foot Care Clinic 12 20 40 74 Flu Shot Clinic 1 300 300 558 Care Givers Support Group 12 6 12 22 Insurance Counseling 12 3 6 11 Special speakers on health/nutrition at club meetings 4 120 240 446 Hearing screening 1 12 24 45 Blood Pressure screening 11 60 120 223 New Programs 1 300 558 Total 622 1 1,244 2,314 Increased Growth Anticipated in Health Improvement Programs With a new community center people would be expecting these kinds of programs to be offered. They would know where to look for these programs. Many people have said they were surprised that Plymouth had senior programs because there is no central location. It would put the program out there for the public to see. These added programs might add 300 participants. Exercise programs added: T'ai Chi Yoga Line Dancing Intermediate Line Dancing Advanced Line Dancing Tap Dancing Clogging Chair Exercise Ballroom Dancing Water Exercise Lap Swimming Volleyball Senior Dining Program Wellness Series ( Doc 'N Donuts) meet monthly Blood Pressure every week Cholesterol Screening three times per year Eye Care Screening one time per year Healthy Eating Series five times per year 7 Basketball Shuffleboard Bean Bag Tournaments Billiards Ping Pong Cross Country Ski Club EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS This category includes all classes and programs which give older adults the opportunity to explore and learn about new things or update skills. Included are adult education, creative arts and legal programs. Program Times Per Year Current Participants Current Need . Future Need Computer Classes 2 20 40 74 55 Alive Mature Driving 24 720 720 1,339 Senior Council 6 14 14 26 Preventing Hip Fractures 1 25 40 74 Raptor Center 1 25 40 74 Medicare Presentation 1 25 40 74 Immigrant Women 4 30 40 74 Kids and Violence 1 6 12 22 Annuities 2 0 12 22 Minnesota Series (Augsburg) 5 15 30 56 Collector's Club 2 2 16 30 Writing Club 1 3 12 22 Story Time Players 50 20 30 56 I Read, You Read 2 2 0 0 Plymouth Rockers 81 53 60 112 Warm -Up Minnesota 12 12 20 37 Hand crafters 22 28 30 56 Total 1.000 1.296 2.409 Increased Growth Anticipated in Educational Programs A community center would offer a central location for information and referral. There would be an opportunity to have informational programs every day and many more creative arts opportunities. Painting Quilting Watercolor Painting Tap Dancing Drawing Jazz Dancing Woodcarving Basketmaking Bookmaking Legal Aid Sculpture Programs on money matters Weaving Living Wills F VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers play a big role in the Plymouth Senior Program. They take a leadership role in most of our activities such as exercise, cards, club meetings etc. There are 73 volunteers from a membership of 152 in the senior clubs. There are also about 39 volunteers from the city at large. Their hours total 12,124 of volunteer time. Below is a listing of ways our people volunteer: Transportation for Plymouth seniors Crafts Tour escorts Officers and chairpersons Friendly visiting Fund-raisers Exercise leaders Choir members Knitters for needy Historical Society Cable TV Courage Center Story Time Players readers Blood pressure checkers Flu shot aides Energy Assistance Care centers Meals -on -Wheels Gardening for City Increased Need for Volunteers The role that volunteerism would play in the community center would be two -fold. Normally seniors will take leadership in planning. If they feel like it is their center and they help plan what is offered, they will come. They would be able to serve their fellow seniors by volunteering their time as aides, receptionists and instructors. They would also be able to help with mailings for the city or other businesses. After people retire, they look for meaningful ways to spend their time. We would be a resource for these types of opportunities. Receptionist in senior center office Computer aides for classes and program registration Computer aides for newsletter which we would need to put out People to help fold newsletters Volunteer work program to help with city projects and mailings Volunteers to work in the craft gift shop Volunteers to teach or help facilitate groups and/or classes Volunteer resource for the community Rl ACTIVITY CENTER SENIOR FACILITY REQUESTS 1. Complete kitchen for catered luncheons, including: dishwasher microwave 100 cup coffee pots ample storage self cleaning oven self defrosting refrigerator 2. Dining room for congregate dining to seat 250-300 need round tables for 8-10 people (much easier to visit with everyone at table) 3. 3-4 ample meeting rooms for 30-50 persons for arts, crafts, etc. (need sink in craft room) aerobics, dancing of all types (need proper floors) educational programs Story Time Players lounge area card playing Plymouth Rockers 4. Plenty of storage throughout facility for: crafts Story Time Players Plymouth Rockers equipment kitchen supplies cards and bingo 5. Warm, friendly -looking entry with possible gift shop nearby for sales to public. Proceeds used as fund-raisers. 6. Ample parking near senior entry for 75-100 cars. 7. Have it accessible for tour buses. 8. Transportation to and from. 9. Restrooms near dining room and meeting rooms. 10. Have receptionist near entrance. 11. Handicapped accessible doors at entrance. Handicapped accessible restrooms 12. Facility at ground level only. 13. Proper lighting. 14. Air conditioned. 15. Intercom. 16. Card tables and chairs for 500 and Bridge, etc. (at least 20). 17. Proper sound system. 18. Handicapped accessible stage. 19. No charge to seniors except membership dues. 20. Plenty of electrical outlets. Items seniors could purchase for facility from gift shop as well as other fund-raisers: microwave dishwasher card tables 10 PROGRAM STAFF NEEDS The recommendations on staffing do not include custodial or maintenance staff. The receptionist position may lend itself to task sharing with other parts of the total facility. Center Director - 1 F.T.E. (responsible for total senior program, 1/2 time now) Center Coordinator - 1/2 F.T.E. (assistant to Center Director, works on special projects such as meals and special events) Receptionist - 1 F.T.E. (light clerical, telephone answering, I & R, front desk, registrations This level of staffing assumes support in programming from Park and Recreation and Community Education staff. It also assumes a center with a large dining area with several (4-6) class/meeting rooms available. A facility of this size combined with the demand created by the size of the Plymouth elderly population would realistically require these staffing levels. It is possible to start at a lesser level and build. These recommendations are based upon our experience in operating senior center programs in the Minneapolis suburban area. Elderly Population Growth Plymouth, like suburbs across the nation, is experiencing very rapid growth in its older population at a rate faster than the national average. The nation is growing much older with the rate of growth expected to become even more rapid after the turn of the century. The growth trends in Plymouth's older population confirm that it is timely for the City to be planning for this segment of its population. The older population of Plymouth is growing at the fastest rate of any age group. The total population of the City will grow from an estimated 58,000 to 64,439. Fifty-eight percent of the projected growth in the City's total population will be elderly. The numbers of elderly will grow from an estimated 5,400 to 10,056 by the year 2010. The current estimate* of Plymouth's 1996 elderly population is at 9.5% of the population. The 60+ population is projected to grow 20% in the next five years; 48% in 10 years, and 86% by 2010. By the year 2010, the elderly population will make up 15.6% of Plymouth's total. Office of Planning and Development, Hennepin County 12/15/95 The elderly population growth rate stays relatively the same for the 60+ and the 70+ sub groups. Growth Rate 5 Years 10 Years 15 Years 60+ 20% 48% 86% 70+ 22% 47% 77% 80+** 34% 81% 123% It should be noted that the 80+ growth is based upon a small sub -segment of the elderly population. In 1996, the 80+ group is 11 % of the senior group. This will increase slightly to 13 % of the senior population in 10 years and remain at that level. 11 ESTIMATED OPERATING BUDGET Senior Center Costs Full-time director (1/2 time currently) Additional cost $20,000 1/2 time center coordinator 12,500 Temporary salaries 3,000 Office supplies 1,500 Printing and publishing 500 Postage 1,500 Photocopying 2,500 Rec supplies 3,500 Employee training 400 Mileage 500 Subscriptions/memberships 400 Computers 4,000 Facilities management 20,000 Activitv Center Costs Full-time clerk receptionist $25,000 Part-time salaries 5,000 Computers 2,000 Facilities management 30,000 62,000 TOTAL $130,500 Facility Revenue $50.000 NET $80,500 12 CONCLUSION Many current participants in Plymouth senior activities have been long time residents of Plymouth. They have contributed greatly to the social fabric of Plymouth in many ways. From helping build schools, churches, libraries and parks, to volunteering as firefighters and care givers; they have enriched many lives. They believe and hope that a centralized senior facility will enrich their later years in life, and allow them to continue to contribute to the hopes and dreams of Plymouth citizens as we begin the next century. 13 SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES 10709 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 111, Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone 541-1019 Fax 541-0841 1RD of DIRECTORS Memo ralyn Pelfer vdenf b zagaros Date: Nov 2, 1995 Vice President in Schroeder To: Eric Blank, City of Plymouth Vke President Ilam H. Gray From: Ben Withhart erary tin Krueger Re: Population trends and use experience of new facilities. surer n 'ncen President ty Gurltz fiber-erlage o Higuchl Population Trends ' - Plymouth dreraFlarye yAnderson Elderly 65+ son Berg :. PercentnC. Boeder 1119 Crow 1990 2000 :.Change ,. Change lent DeGhetto :... - _ :.... • .. _ -.. - ght Johnson 2 543 4260':.... 67-15% Jude n Keefe n Nelson ator Gen Olson Use Experience of new facilities sense Schram Jamin F. Withhart Minnetonka Center (new building; open 1987) previously located in old church udw mserrA c.Eo. building in Glen Lake. The year the program moved attendance more than doubled and the variety of program activities tripled. The att nce has E AMS remained at the higher level slowly growing each year. over 4,000 O.M.E. unduplicated seniors each year. uhl-purpose Stillwater (new building; open 1991) previously located in storefront downtown."=`_ Inior Centers & New facility on top of hill near Highway 36.. Meiiibeirship $7.50 annual. Old > rte_. mmunityGroups facility had 200 members at $5 annual.»Newtfacili'tys4w membershx)pg%moo` inlor Outreach 700 members. If not a member, people pati $1 per activity. Non-members pay 10% more for classes and trips. > niors Serving. ` Islness- Monticello (open for years - extensive re-6uild/remodeI W1 994). Attendance has doubled and is climbing higher since adding a noon meal program this summer. 1993 daily average 25; 1994 average 50; 1995 (after dining) daily average 95. nhW Office of Planning & Development, Hennepin County SENIOR COMMUNITY SERVICES 10709 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 111, Minnetonka, MN 55305 Phone 541-1019 Fax 541-0841 kRD of DIRECTORS alyn Pelfer ddent b Zagaros lim President in Schroeder Vice President Ilam H. Gray etary fin Krueger surer i Ticen President ty Guritz ober-atdarge 3 Higuchi ber-at-La ge y Anderson ion Berg n C. Boeder lie Crow pert DeGhetto ghtJohnson Jude n Keefe n Nelson ator Gen Olson rence Schram Jamin F. Whhhart rdW oirector A C.E.O. RAMS D.M.E. IRI -purpose nior Centers & mmunity Groups nior Outreach nlors Serving siness SENIOR CENTER STUDY PLYMOUTH Ben Withhart Senior Community Services Plymouth, like suburbs across the nation, is experiencing very rapid growth in its older population at a rate faster than the national average. The nation is growing much older with the rate of growth expected to become even more rapid after the turn of the century. The growth trends in Plymouth's older population confirm that it is timely for the city to be planning for this segment of its population. The older population of Plymouth is growing at the fastest rate of any age group. The total population of the city will grow from an estimated 56,382 to 64,439. 58% of the projected growth in the city's total population will be elderly. The numbers of elderly will grow from an estimated 5,400 to 10,056 by the year 2010. The current estimate' of Plymouth's, 1996 elderly population is at 9.5% of the population. The 60+ population is projected to grow 20% in the next five years; 48% in 10 years; and 86% by 2010. By the year 2010, the elderly population will make up 15.6% of Plymouth's total. The elderly population growth rate stays relatively the same for the 60+ and the 70+ sub groups: Growth Rate 5 Years 10 years 15 years 60+ 20% 48% 86% 70+ 22% 47% 77% 80+ " 34% 81% 123% Office of Planning and Development, Hennepin County 12/15/95 Population Projections, City of Plymouth 1996-200. ' 10 " It should be noted that the 80+ growth is based upon a small sub -segment of the elderly population. In 1996, the 80+ group is 11 % of the senior group. This will increase slightly to 13% of the senior population in 10 years and remain at that urvred Wad, level. n,ky Trends in Elderly Population, 1990 - 2010 Suburban Hennepin County Suburban elderly population increasing since 1970 Since the 1970 census, Hennepin County suburbs have seen a dramatic increase in the elderly population. Between 1970 and 1990 the suburban population age 65 or over increased 150% from 27,701 to 69,239. This was part of an overall population increase of 26% in suburban Hennepin County between 1970 and 1990 and contrasts with a 15% decline in Minneapolis' population during this same period. Projected increases between 1990 - 2010 According to population projections using birth and death rates, more than 1 in 8 residents of suburban Hennepin County will be 65 or older by the year 2010. It's estimated that by 2010 there will be a total of 95,123 people age 65 or older living in Hennepin County suburbs, an increase of 37% from 1990. The number and proportion of elderly people in the population varies considerably among Hennepin Countymunicipalities. Table 1 lists the Hennepin County suburbs that are expected to experience at least a 60% increase in their elderly population by the year 2010 representing at least 1000 individuals age 65 or,over. Table 1: Projected Changes in Elderly Population, 65+ 1990-2010 y i "v roputanon, Projected I Percent Change in Elderly as a65+ Population, 2010 Elderly Population, percent of total 65+) (65+) population, 2010 Bloomington 18882 114,562 64% 15.20/. ncreasing need for services for the elderly he "suburbanization" of the elderly population poses new challenges for the distribution and delivery of ng term care services including housing, transportation, health care, and home care. Along with the icrease in the elderly population, there have been changes in utilization of the long term care system for derly populations. Compared to past years, elderly people are much more likely to remain at home cher than enter a nursing home when they experience problems with the tasks of daily living. The amber of people needing assistance with daily living will grow, particularly as the "baby boom" pulatton ages. Suburbs experiencing large increases in elderly populations, particularly the 85- I ii ." Zi 1 136% 6.9% Eden Prairie 11203 3518 1 172% 17.0% Maple Grove 940 2857 204% 15.9% vlinnetonka 14761 8123 71%0 1 14.3% ncreasing need for services for the elderly he "suburbanization" of the elderly population poses new challenges for the distribution and delivery of ng term care services including housing, transportation, health care, and home care. Along with the icrease in the elderly population, there have been changes in utilization of the long term care system for derly populations. Compared to past years, elderly people are much more likely to remain at home cher than enter a nursing home when they experience problems with the tasks of daily living. The amber of people needing assistance with daily living will grow, particularly as the "baby boom" pulatton ages. Suburbs experiencing large increases in elderly populations, particularly the 85- population, will face increasing pressure to provide affordable housing options for frail seniors who wantlongtermcareservicesprovidedintheirownhomes. Table 2 lists the Hennepin County suburbs that are expected to experience the greatest increases in the elderly population age 85 or older. These communities are expected to have increases of at least 60% representing at least 400 people age 85 orolder. Table 2: Projected Changes in Elderly Population, Age 85+ 1990-2010 City 1990 Population, Projected Number of new Percent Change inAge85+ population, elderly, 2010, Elderly Population, 85+ 2010,(85+) (85+) 41 ummary he elderly population will increase dramatically in the next decades, with some communities facingsuchgreaterincreasesthanothers. The demographic changes will require planning at the individual, unify and community level to help elderly residents remain healthy and independent. t:nnepin County Community Health Department, July 1996 to Source: Hennepin County Office of Planning and Development 97pkrvnp 97pkrvnp City of Plymouth 1997-2001 Capital Improvements Program Park Dedication Fund—Neighborhood Parks (Fund 219) Beginning Estimated Projected Transfer to Projected End Interest Earnings Projected Year Balance Revenues Expenditures Park Repl. Fund Balance 5% on avg balance Final Balance 1996 206,871 188,000 325,000) 12,000) 57,871 11,000 68,871 1997 68,871 200,000 205,000) 13,000) 50,871 2,994 53,865 1998 53,865 175,000 175,000) 14,000) 39,865 2,343 42,208 1999 42,208 100,000 0 14,000) 128,208 4,260 132,468 2000 328,880 100,000 175,000) 15,000) 238,880 14,194 253,074 2001 329,949 100,000 200,000) 16,000) 213,949 13,597 227,546 97pkrvnp 97pkrvpd 97pkrvpd City of Plymouth 1997 - 2001 Capital Improvements Program Park Dedication Fund—Community Playfelds and Trails (Fund 218) Beginning Estimated Projected Transfer to Projected End Interest Earnings Projected Year Balance Revenues Expenditures Park Repl. Fund Balance 5% on avg balance Final Balance 1996 1,371,713 440,000 1,748,000) 25,000) 38,713 65,000 103,713 1997 103,713 400,000 350,000) 27,000) 126,713 15,000 141,713 1998 141,713 400,000 300,000) 28,000) 213,713 8,886 222,599 1999 222,599 350,000 380,000) 29,000) 163,599 9,655 173,254 2000 173,254 350,000 200,000) 30,000) 293,254 11,663 304,916 2001 304,916 300,000 200,000) 31,000)1 373,916 1 16,971 390,887 97pkrvpd 0' September 17, 1996 CITY OF PLYMOUTH Mike Donahue 5534 Nathan Lane #4 Plymouth, MN 55442 Dear Mike: After receiving your letter of September 12, 1 drove up to the Hickory Hills development to take a look at this area now that the development is near completion. You are absolutely correct in that the trail does need to be extended further to the north at the intersection of Nathan Lane and County Road 9. That was our reason for having the Hickory Hills development extend the trail as far north as they could. Most of our trails are built by developers as land is developed. I will be looking at whether it is more appropriate for the City to proceed with an independent project, or wait until development occurs on the undeveloped land north of Hickory Hills. Putting the trail in now may cause a problem for a future development. Whatever way it happens, we do intend to extend the trail to the north as soon as we possibly can. Thanks for taking the time to write. Sincerely, 6Z7 Eric J. Blank, Director Parks and Recreation EB/np cc: City Manager PRAC We Listen • We Solve • We Care 3400 PLYMOUTH BOULEVARD • PLYMOUTH, MINNESOTA 55447 • TELEPHONE (612) 550-5000 A16 s o76f k D/ Y, PIJ' cvrrI.y P I W A yr IV Ai/c f a,2 >, S e Ll Z T q T /amu R7 lmM yl !n1 !GL 12E C-CWA/CG% 4e /, 6TFf T F l1 gull-loets" //41 ?ttr p1q r /I.,rA?S` r A r TI RF c ,4s «/G2E/7E ALC T iqG.rrit4 NWr,*v y 4 Mt'9-T1YWAJ Z,4AIE iD T ar sT s/D E o,G Iy2ETcl, / .(/E OEQ 7/fes' OGIosT f I /fi "S f E tit s DA7 GEQ. s 2// Td w/, X14 0 /", ss.3V 11-147;'1-441 Tool 9532) 87clpprk City ofPlymoutk 1997 - 2001 Capital Improvements Program Park Projects Park Park Project Park Year Planrdng Park Dedication Dedication State/ Taa Comm Other Number Project and Construction PlayOelds Neighborhood MSA County/ Increment Improvement Funding Total Other Funding Sources Notes Design Trails Parks Funding Federal Financia Fund CI Sources I Ehn Creek Playfleld Development 1996 1995-96 1996-97 1,281,000 0 0 0 0 75,000 1,356,000 Includes utility work for lights 2 PlaWxnuAEquipment Rlacement 1996 1996 1996 0 50,000 0 0 0 0 30,000 80,000 ParkR hrement le Creek Park) 3 Greenwood Elementary Playground 1996 1996 1996 0 55,000 0 0 0 0 55,000 New project with PTA 4 Trails 1996 1996 1996 0 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 100,000 5 East Medicine Lake Trail 1996 1996 1997 0 0 0 0 0 100,000 0 100,000 6 Armstron Baseball 1996 1996 1996 27,000 27,000 7 West Lutheran fligh School 1996 1996 1996 30,000 30,000 8 Log Cabin at Parkers Lake 1996 1996 1996 10,000 10,000 9 Neighborhood Park (Cardinal Ridge) 1996 1996 1996 0 220,000 0 0 0 0 0 220,000 10 West Medicine Lake Park Road 1996 1995-96 1995-96 0 0 0 0 1,575,000 0 0 1,575,000 Il West Medicine Lake Park Development 1996 1995-96 1996-97 400,000 0 0 50,000 0 0 0 450,000 12 Park Replacement Work 1996 1996 1996 0 0 0 0 0 0 40,000 40,000 Thnber Shores boardwalk; Baer Lake Shelter air coact, park replacement 13 Ice Rink and Pool 1996 1996 1996 01 0 0 01 345,000 5,000,0001 4,000,000 9,345,000 Project Admin, gets, contributions 14 Ioint Recreational Facilities 1996 1 1996 1997 0 0 0 0 2,000,000 0 0 2,000,000 Waymagym possible Amunong gym Subtotal 1 1,748,000 325,000 100,000 50,000 3,920,000 5,100,000 4,145,000 15,388,000 1 Elm Creek Playfield Development 1997 1995.96 1996-97 265,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 265,000 Finishphme one 4 Trails 1997 1997 1997 60,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 160,000 15 Neighborhood Park Develoment 1997 1997 1997 0 55,000 0 0 0 0 0 55,000 Hirchview$25,000, Sruuet$15,000; Pitgri.I. S15.000 16 Park Replacement Work 1997 1997 1997 0 0 0 0 0 0 160,000 160,000 PmkReplwmmF)andreplacemoneighborhwdplgmds 11 West Med Park Phase 2 1997 1997 1997 150,000 1 150,000 17 Amphitheater 1997 1997 1997 25,000 1 25,000 Lights, fountain 18 Activity Center 1997 1997 1997 1 700,000 1,500,000 2,200,000 Sale of lead $750,000, and of '96 surplus$500,000 Contra. bap. levy'97 $250,000; CIF $700,000 Subtotal 1 350,000 205,000 100,000 0 0 700,000 1,660,000 3,015,000 4 Trails 1998 1998 1998 100,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 200,000 15 Neighborhood Park Development 1998 1998 1998 0 175,000 0 0 0 0 0 175,000 New project 19 Field House 1998 1997 1998 700,000 1,500,000 2,200,000 Project Adm fund 51,000,000; comm imp. levy983500,000; OF $700,000 20 Upgrade Zachary for baseball 1998 1998 1998 125,000 125,000 ParkRepbeementFund 21 Tenth Playfield Land Acquisition 1998 2000 2001 200,000 01 0 0 0 0 01 200,000 Subtotal 300,000 175,000 100,000 0 0 700,000 1,625,000 2,900,000 4 Trails (Co. Rd. 9 & 494 Bridge) 1999 1999 1999 100,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 200,000 21 Tenth Playfield Land Acquisition 1999 2000 1 2001 280,000 0 0 0 0 0 0 280,000 Subtotal 380,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 480,000 4 Trails 2000 2000 2000 200,000 0 100,000 0 0 0 0 300,000 15 Neighborhood Park Development 2000 2000 2000 0 175,000 0 0 0 0 0 175,000 Subtotal 200,000 175,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 475,000 4 Trails 2001 2001 2001 200,000 100,0001 1 300,000 15 Neighborhood Park 2001 2001 2001 200,000 i200,000 Subtotal 200,000 200,000 100,000 0 0 0 0 500,000 Total 3,178,000 1 080 000 600,0001 50,000 3,920,000 6 500000 7,430,000 22 758 000 87clpprk Youth Hockey Tournament 1997 Rental Rate Ice Rental 125.00 per hour straight time (includes all resurfaces) 7% of total gate admissions State and Regional hockey tournaments shall be under separate contract agreement and will involve a labor fee for additional labor performed. Public Skating Fees 1997 Rates Open Skating: 18 & Over (out of high school) $3.00 18 & under (student) $2.00 Senior Citizens (62 plus) $2.00 Lifetime Fitness Members FREE Open Hockey: All Ages $3.00 Open Freestyle: All Ages $3.00 Figure Skating) Parent & Tots: Tots (preschoolers) with parents FREE Parents $3.00 Skate Sharpening: While you wait $3.00 24 hours overnight service $2.00 Skate Rental: per session $1.00 Ice Rental and Priority Facility Usage 1997 Rates Ice Rental Prime 31.25er'/4 2:30 p.m. hour 125.00 to 11:00 p.m. per hour Non Prime 27.50er'/4 hour 110.00 perhour Prime Time Weekdays 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Weekends 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Holidays & Non -School Das 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Non -Prime Weekdays 11:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. Weekends 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Holidays & Non -School Das 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. No charge for ice resurfacing Resurface schedule per agreement between arena manager and ice user Ice may be rented in'/4 hour increment Primary Usage in Order of Priority 1. City sponsored programs a) Public Skating b) Learn to Skate/Skating School Program c) Others 2. Wayzata and Armstrong High School hockey 3. Wayzata Youth Hockey Association 4. Other Plymouth Youth Programs 5. Plymouth Adult Programs 6. Other outside community youth groups 7. Private rentals Proposal For Low Income Resident Daily Pass Access to Life Time Fitness: Page 9 of the Development Agreement between the City of Plymouth and Life Time Fitness states: The City may purchase from Life Time up to 1,000 daily passes per calendar year, no more than 300 of which may be used for adults. The purchase price shall be two-thirds of the otherwise applicable Daily Rate for Plymouth residents. Passes may only be used for low income individuals as determined by the City." It is proposed that participants would pay one third the full cost of daily passes. In keeping with the above agreement, the following budget is proposed. Passes Age Group Pass Fee City Cost Total Cost Reduced Fee Revenue 500 Under 13 3 2 1,000 1 500 200 Ages 13-18 2n' Adult 5 3.33 666 2 400 300 Adult 8 6 pool only 5.33 4 pool only 1,599 2.50 750 Total 1,000 Total 3,265 Total 1,650 The total suggested funding is $4,000. On page 7, it is stated that Plymouth residents must follow the requirements for adult supervision of children age 12 and under, written parental consent on file for anyone under the age of 18. Because this will be a new experience for us, it is difficult to predict how many adult passes will be needed to assure access to youth under 13 years of age. It is also difficult to predict the total demand for use by low income residents. The same income guidelines for eligibility that we use for our program assistance program will be used (Housing Division numbers for 50-80% of median income). See attachment. The proposed cap on the number of tickets available to any individual is 4 tickets per year. We are considering an expiration of two weeks from the date of purchase, to discourage block purchasing at the beginning of the year. The $735 of budget above projected reduced ticket price plus the $1,650 in revenue would be used to purchase additional full price tickets, depending on demand. This is a program in the design stages and changes in policy and procedure may occur as it develops. Plymouth Park & Recreation . 509-5200 3400 Plymouth Blvd., Plymouth, MN 55447 Program Assistance Form Thank you for your interest in Plymouth Park & Recreation programs. Program Assistance dollars are available to assist families who meet income guidelines. We will do our best to respond to the needs of each family individually. It is the policy of the City of Plymouth to provide services to all residents regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, ability, or financial status. No Plymouth resident shall be restricted from participation in selected activities due to inability to pay. These funds are available to City of Plymouth residents only. Names (first & last) of Family Members: Address Home Phone Work Phone Zip In the table below, find your family size (excluding foster children), then find the figure on the same line to the right of the family size that fits your annual household income (excluding income for foster care.). Your total household income includes: wages, tips, social security, public assistance, interest, etc. Check the line that best describes your family. If assistance is being requested for a foster child, the foster care income and family size of 1 (one) should be indicated. This household income scale qualifies you for This household income scale qualifies you 50 % off the activity fee: for 90-100 % off the activity fee: Family Size Income Family Size Income 1 is below $29,100 1 is below $19,100 2 is below $33,300 2 is below $21,850 3 is below $37,450 3 is below $24,550 4 is below $41,600 4 is below $27,300 5 is below $44,950 5 is below $29,500 6 is below $48,250 6 is below $31,650 7 is below $51,600 7 is below $33,850 8 is below $54,900 8 is below $36,050 If your situation does not fit the above categories, please explain your circumstances here: I understand that all the information provided on this form is correct to the best of my knowledge. Parent/Guardian Signature Date NOTE: Please be sure to complete a registration form for each program. City of Plymouth Representative perkslformslpmgssst FORM EXPIRES 12/31/96