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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-03-21 PRC Packet AGENDA CITY OF MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 6:00 PM March 21, 2018 City Hall, Council Chambers A.CALL TO ORDER B.ROLL CALL C.APPROVAL OF AGENDA D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.February 21, 2018 E.NEW BUSINESS 1.Battle Creek Playground Redevelopment Program 2.Harvest Park Farm Update F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS G.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS H.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS 1.PRC Annual Report I.STAFF PRESENTATIONS 1.Annual Egg Hunt 2.Maplewood All Parks Clean-Up 3.Wakefield Park Improvements 4.Nature Center Programs J.ADJOURNMENT RULES OF CIVILITY FOR THE CITY COUNCIL, BOARDS, COMMISSIONS AND OUR COMMUNITY Following are rules of civility the City of Maplewood expects of everyone appearing at Commission Meetings - elected officials, staff and citizens. It is hoped that by following these simple rules, everyone’s opinions can be heard and understood in a reasonable manner. We appreciate the fact that when appearing at Commission meetings, it is understood that everyone will follow these principles: Speak only for yourself, not for other Commission members or citizens - unless specifically tasked by your colleagues to speak for the group or for citizens in the form of a petition. Show respect during comments and/or discussions, listen actively and do not interrupt or talk amongst each other. Be respectful of the process, keeping order and decorum. Do not be critical of Commission members, staff or others in public. Be respectful of each other’s time keeping remarks brief, to the point and non-repetitive. D1 MINUTES MAPLEWOOD PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION 6:00p.m., February21, 2018 Council Chambers, City Hall A.CALL TO ORDER A meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was held in the City Hall Council Chambers and called to order by Chair Villavicencioat 6:00p.m. B.ROLL CALL Commissioners Vice Chair Rick BrandonPresent Commissioner Craig BrannonPresent CommissionerTerri MalletAbsent Chair ElectDorothy MolstadPresent ChairNikki VillavicencioPresent Commissioner Kimii PorterAbsent Vice Chair Elect Bruce RomanPresent Staff Parks and Recreation Manager,Audra RobbinsPresent C.APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA Commissioner Brannonmade a motionto approve the agenda. Seconded by CommissionerMolstad Ayes – All The motion passed. D.APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1.January 17, 2018 Commissioner Romanmade a motionto approve the January 17,2018 Parks and Recreation Commission minuteswith corrections. Seconded by Vice Chair BrandonAyes – Commissioners Brandon, Molstad, Villavicencio, Roman Abstain – Commissioner Brannon The motion passed. E.NEW BUSINESS 1.Election of Officers Wednesday,February21, 2018 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes D1 Commissioner Brannonmade a motion to elect Commissioner Molstad as Chair and Commissioner Roman as Vice Chair. Seconded by Vice Chair Brandon Ayes – All The motion passed. F.UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1.Wakefield Park Improvements Commissioner Brannonmade a motion to approve the plans as presented and move forward. Seconded by Vice Chair ElectRoman Ayes – All The motion passed. 2.2017 Annual Report and 2018 Goals Vice Chair ElectRomanmade a motion to present in the Annual Plan the 2018 Park & Rec Commission goals as discussed, with the revision that Audra will make. Seconded by Chair Villavicencio Ayes – All The motion passed. Chair Villavicenciomade a motion to accept the 2017 accomplishments and goals and the whole report. Seconded by Commissioner Brannon Ayes – All The motion passed 3.2040 Comprehensive Plan Parks, Trails and Open Space Chapter Vice Chair ElectRoman made a motion to move forward with the 2040 Comprehensive Plan Parks, Trails and Open Space Chapter. Seconded by Commissioner BrannonAyes – All Wednesday,February 21, 2018 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes D1 The motion passed. G.VISITOR PRESENTATIONS H.COMMISSION PRESENTATIONS I.STAFF PRESENTATIONS J.ADJOURNMENT Commissioner Brannonmade a motionto adjourn the meeting. Seconded by Vice Chair ElectRomanAyes – All The motion passed. The meeting was adjourned at 7:14 PM. Next meeting is March21, 2018. Wednesday,February 21, 2018 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes E1 MEMORANDUM TO:Parks and RecreationCommission FROM:Audra Robbins, Parks and Recreation Manager DATE:March 21, 2018 SUBJECT: Battle Creek Playground Redevelopment Program Introduction Battle Creek Regional Park, located in the City of Maplewood, is operated bythe Ramsey County Parks and Recreation Department as part of the Metropolitan Council’s Regional Parks and Trails Program. A single play area wasdeveloped near the picnic pavilion and Water Works Water Park north of Upper Afton Road. The play area, which was installed in 1995, isbeyond itsscheduled life cycle. In addition, the play area is located in a stormwater management flood zone and has seen flooding each of the last several years. With these issues in mind, Ramsey County Parks took a larger look at the play area and how it relates to the uses in that area of the park. It was determined that the play area needed to be relocated out of the floodplainand it needed to be more representative of a Regional Park, possibly a destination in its own right. Background The following vision and goals were established through a public involvement process that started in August of 2017. Vision Create a regional destination play area at Battle Creek Regional Park. Goals 1.Replace old outdatedexisting equipment 2.Move the existing play area out of the flood zone 3.Make it unique with varied features 4.Expand typical user age group from 2-12 to all ages and abilities 5.Universal, all-inclusive designed 6.Complement existing Battle Creek facilities such as Waterworks, picnic pavilion, biking, hiking, and stormwater infrastructure 7.Make it a large, regional facility 8.Consider maintenance when creating features 9.The play area should be environmentally friendly with an education component 10.Do not duplicate other existing nearby neighborhood play areas Public Involvement Process Recap Step One– What do people want in a playground at Battle Creek? Public Workshop No. 1 1.Slideshowof playgrounds with silent survey E1 a.Standard playground equipment i.Basic ii.Course concept iii.ANW challenge course b.Nature play elements c.Water play elements – play off of Waterworks? Create more demand? 2.Discussion of slides after the survey is complete 3.Take feedback and comments 4.Vision breakout session – groups discuss and come up with a vision– 20 mins a.Review each group vision 5.Prepare a website survey ofthe slideshow? Step Two – Discuss project elements based on vision established in workshop one Public Workshop No. 2 1.Visions and element options summary from workshop No.1 2.Sketch concept plans with bubble diagrams 3.Discuss funding and what may be realistic 4.Prepare an online voting for elements? 5.Involve Parks Commission Step Three – Stakeholder Design Charrette – Develop (3) concepts Step Four – Public WorkshopNo.3 1.Present concept Plans – 3 plans 2.Take feedback 3.Post concepts onwebsitefor feedback Step Five – Open House 1.Present preferred concept alternative 2.Post concepts to websitefor feedback Develop phasing strategy based on public feedback and costs 1.Phase I -Nature play -Earthwork -Accessible trails -Retaining structures -Create “rooms” for future phases -Existing standard play willremain through phase II 2.Phase II -Standard play equipment purchase and install -Combination poured in place surfacing and wood chips 3.Phase III -Conquer Ninja/Obstacle Course -Public art Project Schedule $158,000 – 2016grant expires June 30, 2019 $194,905 – 2017grant expires June 30, 2020 $80,209 – 2018grant expires June 30, 2021 E1 March – April 2018 – City Site Design Review, approvals May – November 2018 – Final Design and Phase I Construction Recommendation Review and discuss the design of the Battle Creek Playground Redevelopment Program and offer suggestions. Attachments 1.Preferred Concept for the Battle Creek Playground Redevelopment Program Date: 3-7-2017 High Ropes Challenge Course Standard Play - Zip Line Nature Play - Water Stream Standard Play - Expression Swing Water Works Nature Discovery & Trails High Ropes Nature Play & Water Feature Public Art 75ft setback Preferred Concept wetland buffer area w/ADA Improv. Feature Existing Picnic Tables Standard Play - Dish Swing Art/Water/Education Tot Lot Accessible Paths Equipment Standard Play BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK - Playground Redevelopment Course Obstacle/Challenge Obstacle Course Existing Park Pavillion Prairie Restoration/Scavenger Hunt Contact Information:2015 Van Dyke StreetMaplewood, MN 55109PH: 651-748-2500 Watch Tower Nature Play - Log Steps Tot Lot - Accessible Surface Nature Play - Embankment Slide Date: 1-25-2017 Waterworks Wetland/Sedimant Basin Parking Lot Existing Conditions Existing Pavillion Flood Line BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK - Playground Redevelopment Existing Playground Contact Information:2015 Van Dyke StreetMaplewood, MN 55109PH: 651-748-2500 Date: 1-25-2017 Afton Heights Park Waterworks Existing Conditions Parking Lot Existing Pavillion UPPER AFTON ROAD Existing Pavillion BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK - Playground Redevelopment BURNS AVENUE McKNIGHT ROAD N Contact Information:2015 Van Dyke StreetMaplewood, MN 55109PH: 651-748-2500 Date: 3-7-2017 Vertical Log Use Sand & Water Play Nature Play - Water Stream Natural Elements for walls & seating Natural Barriers Protect Existing Trees Nature Discovery & Trails TBD High Ropes Phase 1 Nature Play & Water Feature Phase 4 Public Art Phasing Plan Phase 1 Preferred Concept Nature Discovery Feature Phase 4 Natural Log Seats/Retaning Art/Water/Education Phase 2 Equipment Standard Play BATTLE CREEK REGIONAL PARK - Playground Redevelopment Course Phase 3 Obstacle/Challenge Phase 2 Water Stream Discovery Prairie Restoration/Scavenger Hunt Contact Information:2015 Van Dyke StreetMaplewood, MN 55109PH: 651-748-2500 Fort Building Cave or Tunnel Scavenger hunt/Education Nature Play - Embankment Slide E2 MEMORANDUM TO:Parks and Recreation Commission FROM:Audra Robbins, RecreationManager DATE:March 21, 2018 SUBJECT:Harvest Park Educational Farm Update Introduction Representatives from Minnesota Food Association /The Food Group are here this evening to present the site design for the Harvest Park Educational Farm and provide updates as they pertain to this project. Background Minnesota Food Association (MFA) is a nonprofit organization with a mission to build a sustainable food system based on social, economic and environmental justice. MFA provides an array of land-based educational opportunities about sustainable organic agriculture for farmers, youth, andthe community. Last year, the Minnesota Food Association merged with The FoodGroup.This merger strengthenedboth organizations by providingThe Food Group with additional differentiation within the food access systemandMFA with increased infrastructure in fundraising, financial stability, and program capacity. TheFood Group is committed to partnering with the community for the Harvest ParkEducational Farm Project. In April of 2017, the City Council approved an 18 month MOU between the City and The Food Group MN/Minnesota Food Association to establish the Harvest Park Educational Farm with the potential for a more permanent agreement. Recommendation Review and discuss the design of the Harvest Park Educational Farm and offer suggestions. Attachment 1.Site Plan forThe Harvest Park Educational Farm E2, Attachment 1 H1 QBSLT!BOE!SFDSFBUJPO! DPNNJTTJPO 3128!BOOVBM!SFQPSU Purpose The Maplewood Parks and Recreation Commission (PRC) is a seven-member, volunteer advisory board consisting of Maplewood residents committed to promoting parks and recreation issues. The commission provides recommendations to the City Council on all issues of park acquisition, development, open space, trails and leisure programs. The Parks and Recreation Commission “The mission of Maplewood Parks and Recreation is to provide diverse recreational opportunities for people of all ages and abilities, enhance and preserve our parks, facilities, and open spaces while promoting environmental stewardship through education and outreach” 2017 Project Highlights Historically themed playground and landscape at Gladstone Savanna playground at Goodrich Park (design chosen by neighborhood residents) H1 The Parks and Recreation Commission consists of seven members appointed by the Rick Brandon - Vice Chair Member Since 11/14/13; Term Expires 4/30/19 Craig Brannon - Member Member Since 01/01/97; Term Expires 4/30/20 Terri Mallet - Member Member Since 02/11/13; Term Expires 04/30/20 Dorothy Molstad - Member Member Since 09/14/15; Term Expires 4/30/18 Kimii Porter - Member Member Since 11/14/16; Term Expires 4/30/19 Bruce Roman - Member Member Since 11/27/17; Term Expires 4/30/18 Russell Susag - Resigned in August 2017 Member Since 08/10/15; Term Expires 4/30/18 Chair Member Since 10/14/13; Term Expires 4/30/20 Bryan Smith - City Council Liason Audra Robbins - Staff Liason •Outdoor patio space •Community gathering space •Warming house/programming space •Accessible restrooms •Meets International Green Construction Code requirements •New hockey rink and pleasure skating rink •Updated parking lot •New picnic shelter •New paths connecting park features Community Building Final Design •Additional stormwater raingardens •Interpretive signage H1 2017 Goals and Accomplishments 2017 Goals 1.Continue to implement the Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 2.Find new ways to engage the residents of Maplewood in community process 4.Ensure we meet the programming needs of the actively aging parks 5.Bus tour of Maplewood parks and preserves to showcase projects/improvements 7.Stay on top of park improvement plans 8.Establish a playground prioritization list that includes funding 9.Semi-annual updates to review the YMCA/City of Maplewood partnership 10.Be inclusive of populations who underutilize Parks & Rec facilities with creative and diverse programming/outreach through focus groups 2017 Accomplishments Improvements 2.Completion of universally designed playground at Goodrich Park 3.Completion of historically themed playground and landscape at Gladstone Savanna Celebration, and movie nights at the Bruentrup Farm 6.Parks and EEDD Tour with other commissions and City Council 7.Fish Creek Grand Opening 8.Emerald Ash Borer Plan 9.Harvest Park Farm 10.2040 Comprehensive Plan 11.KID CITY Project 12.In addition, the Parks and Recreation Commission weighed in 1.General open space updates 3.Recreation programming updates . H1 2018 Parks and Recreation Goals It was an exciting year for projects and programming in the Parks and Recreation Department. The Commission feels that the progress made through the continuation of the playground replacement Plan. 1.Continue to implement the outcomes of the Parks & Recreation System Master Plan 2.Find new ways to engage the residents of Maplewood in community processes priority 4.Ensure we meet the programming needs of the actively aging parks 5.Bus tour of Maplewood parks and preserves to showcase projects/improvements 6.Stay on top of park improvement plans member 8.Maintain a playground prioritization list that includes funding 9.Semi-annual updates to review the YMCA/City of Maplewood Partnership 10.Be inclusive of populations who underutilize Parks & Rec facilities with creative and diverse programming/outreach through focus groups I1 EEaaaaasssstteerrEEgggggggggggHHHHHHuuuuuuunnnnnnttt AAges 3-8 •• • • SATURDAY, MARCH 31 PREHUNT ACTIVITIES • 10:00AM HUNT: AGES 3-5 • 11:00AM AGES 6-8 • 11:30AM Mark your calendars for our annual Easter Egg Hunt! We will start our morning off with breakfast treats, colorful crafts and a visit from the Easter Bunny - then its happy hunt- ing! Children will be divided into two age groups and will be hunting for wrapped candy and plastic eggs, some of which may be redeemed for great prizes. Bags of goodies will be available for children under 2 years of age. Don’t forget your camera! In the event of inclement weather, treat bags will be given away at 11:00AM at the Edgerton Community Gym. COST IS $5.00 PER CHILD PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED How do I register? By Phone: 651.249.2111 Online: https://apm.activecommunities.com/maplewoodmn/Home In Person: Maplewood Parks & Rec • 1902 County Road B East 2 you SATURDAY, APRIL 21 Maplewood Community Center). ALL PARKS CLEAN-UP ANNUAL MAPLEWOOD For further information contact audra.robbins@maplewoodmn.gov donating a few hours to spruce up our parks. Clean-up materials (bags and gloves) along with coffee and snacks will be available from 8:00AM – 10:00AM (lower level of the The Maplewood Parks & Recreation Commission invites to participate in our annual spring clean-up. Please consider I4 NATIVE PLANTS DO DOUBLE DUTY: STOP WATER AND FEED POLLINATORS!! - Free. Seating is limited, register early! In this class: Learn to identify 10 workhorse plants and the Pollinators that depend on them. Dramatic research on the ability of raingardens to help prevent run-off will be shared. Take home some initial designs that will work in most sunny spots. Deep rooted plants help: Reduce flooding Filter pollutants Provide food for disappearing pollinators such as Monarch Butterflies and non-aggressive bees. In addition, replacing turf with these native grasses and wildflowers reduce geese problems! Location: Maplewood Nature Center, 2659 E. 7th St., Maplewood MN Register at www.maplewoodnaturecenter.com and click on the RegisterOnline-Go button, or call 651-249-2170 I4 ΏΏΏ I4 SNAKES ALIVE! ALL AGES SATURDAY, MARCH 31, 10:00AM-11:00AM Meet a live western hognose snake, boa constrictor, egg-eating snake, and lots of hold, and even feed some of the program snakes! Snakes play an important role in the ecosystem; discover how to help them, so they can help us. Presentation by Snake Discovery th AT MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER, 2659 E. 7 St., Maplewood, MN 55119 Fee: $5/person, prepay by Thursday, March 29. To register, go to www.maplewoodnaturecenter.com and click on the Register Online Go button. Call 651-249-2170 if you need help registering I4 Spring to Your Senses Puppet Show (BEST FOR AGES 2-8, 16+ free) WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28, 10:30AM-11:45AM Great for families and small day care groups (up to 8 kids) Laugh and sing along with squirrel, duck, goose and more, as they get ready for spring! Outside, use your eyes and ears to look and listen for the REAL wild animals! Complete the Alphabet Nature Bingo on your way. Snack and Craft included. AT MAPLEWOOD NATURE CENTER 2659 E 7TH ST., MAPLEWOOD, MN 55119 Fee: $5/child, prepay by Monday, March 26. Register at www.maplewoodnaturecenter.com and click on the RegisterOnline-Go button, or call 651-249-2170.