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APPLICATION
All applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m., August 2, 1996. l5 og [EQ��_
Please deliver 8 copies of the application to: D
Department of Natural Resources 5
Recreation Services Section Ili
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St.Paul, Minnesota 55155-4052 '
General Information: Date: August 1, 1996
Applicant: City of Oak Park Heights
Trail Organization Project Partner (if there is one) Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
Project: NSP Easement Overland Trail
Mailing Address: 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555
City: St. Louis Park State: MN Zip Code: 55416
Contact Person: Scott Richards
Title: City Planner Daytime Phone: ( 612 ) 595-9636
Project Information:
Total Project Amount Local Match Source of Matching Funds
Cost Requested$ City Park Capital
40,000 20,000 $ 20,000 Improvement Fund
Are other non-local funds If yes, give Source of Non-local Funds
proposed for this project? a amount
Yes No X
Checklist:
Est. date of completion June 1997
x Project Description
x Project Location Map(s)
(Reproducible) ► Proposals must specifically and
x Response to each Requirement directly address each requirement and
x Response to Each Evaluation evaluation criterion to qualify and
Criterion receive points.
► Pages in each proposal should be
Check all project uses that apply: numbered with this page as number 1.
x Walking/Hiking Proposals are limited to eight pages
x Bicycling excluding maps, drawings, and/or
Horseback riding photos.
x Cross country skiing r ► All pages must be 8 '/z by 11 inches
ATV riding
Snowmobiling ing and not be dependant on color or be
otherwise unreproducible because
Off highway motorcycling your proposal is likely to be
4x4 trucking
x Other (specify) Mountain bike trail photocopied.
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NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS
COMMUNITY PLANNING - DESIGN - MARKET RESEARCH
INC
1 August 1996
Mr. Dan Collins
Trail Recreation Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155
RE: Oak Park Heights - National Recreation Trail Fund Program
Preapplication
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.09
Dear Mr. Collins:
attached the City of Oak Park Heights application for funding gr al under
are
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Please find 11cat1on material,National Recreation Trail Funding Act. As indicated in our preapp
requesting funds to develop a transportation and re rtion thout the assistay etrail linage on City r op this
within the NSP utility easement that bisects the community.
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rant program, it is likely that the trail enhancements proposed would not be possible.
I believe we have fulfilled all the requirements specified for the
ea ric tioleprsen process.not
If
there is any additional information, maps or documentation
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hesitate to call me or Dan Sjordal of our office.
Sincerely,
NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
Scott Richards
Senior Planner
pc: Mike Robertson
Mayor and City Council Members
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5775 WAYZATA BOULEVARD, SUITE 555 ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA 55416
PHONE 612-595-9636 FAX 612-595-9837
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1, Project Description
The proposed
trail is located within the City of Oak Park Heights. Metro Park Heights
rea and the
is
located in Washington County on the eastern edge of the Twin
State of Minnesota.
The proposed project is an enhancement of an existing unimproved trail An that utiiliiz trail
would
Northern States Power(NSP) utility pas ment that runs through therCiyhthe City.from the St. Croix Mall ill
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would establish an east-west connection
Oakgr
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eventually
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Avenue North. This would be the first segment nd to Highway 5of a. A cunni-use trailt Highway
eventually lead to the Stillwater High
gement School
aiato be connected to the Washington County
5 would allow the off-road NSP
Trail System. transportation link
Hi hway 36 runs along the northern border °mere. Tlhis baht eis rlwill beintensifiedwhen
g h sical andpsychological ba
creates a strong p
Y Highway 36 and develops the new
the Minnesota Department of Transportation upgradesimportance of
Croix River Bridge crossing between 1997 and 1999.Heights Nasse of the
around the
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the vehicular connection to Highway projected traffic
north-south collector streets that lead to the major arterial trnil would The
for a multi-use
A paved east-west
increases will further segment the City.
transportation link through the City that will provide a cohesive link within
non-motorized trans p
the community.
The City has
also become the "urban core" for central Washington Government Center In that
as it
encompasses within or adjacent to its chool boundaries
and two state prisons. This concentration of
a regional mall, Stillwater Area High
urban uses results in average daily vehicle counts not conducive ve todemands pedestrian
safer
bicycle travel. Pedestrian and bicycle recreation and transportation
off-road options.
Anoted, the community already utilizes the NSP easement as a trail.
As seen
n thephotographs of the site, years of use havethat leads
previously created a well worn pathway
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nalong the trail has been purchased by the
from Swager Park to City Hall. The property for the improvements that are
City and significant strides have been made to preparea new off-road bicycle trail in
requested. The City is currently inthe NSPs of easement. g This trail will be designed for
the City owned property north ofspecializes beginner mountain bike users by"Off Road Rider" a consulting firm that sp
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design of mountain bike trails. They have given special attention to wetland and erosion
desi n. The new trail will provide a higher quality mountain biking
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what is currently available. There are also plans to
of thee nature l trail
experience than owned property
subtrails within the densely wooded areas of City on, the City has installed access
between the City Hall and Oldfield Avenue
cuts at the orth. In across ng of Oldfield Avenue North.
points from the neighborhoods an
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The City is requesting funds from the National Reservation Trail Funding Act to upgrade
the existing trail from an unpaved foot and bicycle path to a ten foot wide, 2,200 foot long
bituminous trail. This non-motorized trail will provide significant recreation and
transportation access for Oak Park Heights residents of all age groups and abilities --
providing linkages between business, homes, parks and schools in the community. The
project would create an off-road corridor for pedestrian and bicyclists that would
complement and connect the on-road facilities "designed for skilled bicyclists" that will be
provided as part of MnDOT's Highway 36 upgrades. Additionally, a paved bituminous trail
would provide access to some of the highest quality/diverse natural areas within the City
limits.
2. Project Goals
In June 1995, the City of Oak Park Heights prepared a Comprehensive Bicycle and
Pedestrian Trail System Plan. A Trail Committee made up of City Council members,
City
residents, members of the adjacent community of Baytown Township and Washington
County Public Works staff met to prepare goals for a future trails system plan. The main
goal for the system was to "link all parts of Oak Park Heights internally as well as to
neighboring communities by a safe and convenient multi-use trail system which
incorporates many different users and trail locations/types." The Comprehensive Bicycle
and Pedestrian Trail System Plan identified the NSP easement as a high priority including
the goal to "utilize the NSP easement as an east-west link through the City. Explore using
the mall parking lot as a link and evaluate the potential impacts to the parking lot..." In
addition, the following goals have been established. "Connect the NSP easement trail with
the frontage road intersection at Oakgreen Avenue", and "link Baytown Township with the
proposed annexation area park and connect the park and high school to all surrounding
area communities".
In addition to meeting the goals in the Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail System
Plan, the proposed trail will meet many of the project goals which include:
Provide safe public access to Swager Park, Annexation Area Park and to the
Stillwater High School.
• Provide access for all user groups regardless of abilities.
• Provide improved access to newly developed mountain bike trails.
• Utilize the NSP easement area as an asset that provides community cohesion.
• Utilize City owned property and its natural beauty for the benefit of area residents.
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3. Project Costs
The estimated total project cost of a 10-foot wide trail leading from the mall parking lot to
Oakgreen Avenue North is$40,000. This estimate, as determined by Bonestroo, Rosene,
Anderlik and Associates, the City Engineer, includes costs for grading, trail widening,
compacted base, and a 2" depth bituminous pavement that runs along the project's length.
Also included within the request are the costs for trail amenities which include bike signage
($1,000), parking improvements ($5,000), seating ($2,500), bike racks ($1,000), and
planting areas ($3,500).
ITEM COST/UNIT TOTAL
Clearing/Grubbing/Grading Lump Sum $5,000
Compacted Class V with 2" bituminous $10/Linear Foot $22,000
trail course
Trail amenities Lump Sum $13,000
TOTAL COSTS $40,000
4. Evidence of Support
The community of Oak Park Heights is very supportive and excited about the possibility
of paving the existing NSP Easement Trail. The Park Commission recommended the NSP
Easement Trail at their July 15, 1996 meeting. Also, please see the attached July 23,
1996 Council minutes in support of the project. Northern States Power is also supportive
of the project as seen in the attached letter dated July 31, 1996. The terms and conditions
listed in the letter will be followed when the project is installed.
5. Matching Funds
The source of the matching funds will be from the City Park Capital Improvement Fund.
Several community groups have expressed the desire to participate with volunteer efforts
in connection with the trail improvements. An example of the kind of public/private
partnership that is expected to occur with the implementation of the trail project is the
Mountain bike trail that is being constructed on the project site at this time. The "Summer
Stretch Program", an ecumenical junior high youth group from 13 area churches and
juvenile work crews sentenced to serve in community service are working with "Off-Road
Rider" in the construction of the trails. Although much of the work in the paving of the NSP
Easement Trail cannot be done with volunteer groups, the landscaping of the area will be
installed by volunteers in an effort to provide a sense of pride and ownership within the
community.
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6. Identification of the Sponsoring Unit of Government
The City of Oak Park Heights will be the unit of government legally responsible for the
project.
7. Acknowledgment of Matching Fund Source
The attached letter from Mike Robertson, the Oak Park Heights City Administrator
acknowledges that the funding source and the "hard-match"will be used for in-house labor
services or to meet existing payroll.
8. Evaluation of Applicant Capability
The attached letter from the City Administrator shows evidence of the City's capability to
carry out the project.
Evaluation Criteria
The following is a summary of how the project will meet the evaluation criteria that has
been established by the National Recreation Trail Funding Act. The City of Oak Park
Heights feels that the NSP Easement request meets the goals and requirements of the
criteria for non-motorized trailways that are funded by the program.
A. Public Need for and Benefit of Project
As previously noted in the project description and as shown on the issues and
opportunities map, the NSP easement cuts through the City, generally dividing the
commercial portion of the City with the residential. The transmission line and its towers
create an ominous presence. The City realizes that the land within the easement can be
utilized as a positive opportunity rather than only seen as a negative element in the City.
The creation of a trail corridor that establishes an east to west connection through the City
would provide the City residents with recreation, transportation and safety benefits that do
not currently exist. There are no current figures on the amount of use of the current trail,
but the City expects that the trail's use will blossom, possibly rivaling the amount of use
seen on the Willard Munger Trail that is in the area. Currently, the trail use is limited to
enthusiastic off-road bicyclists and pedestrians. When the trail is paved it will be available
to all age groups and will meet the transportation as well as recreational needs of the
community.
When the Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail System Plan was adopted, there
was no formal system of established trails within Oak Park Heights. The plan states that
the City considers the establishment of overland and off-street trails its ultimate priority.
This is primarily due to the consideration of safety for the residents and visitors of the
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community. Trails need to be established in order to get pedestrians off the streets and
onto off-street trails. The City has worked diligently in obtaining the property within the
easement and as previously stated, the public is excited about the possibility of paving this
trail and the future connection to the high school.
B. Context of the Project in a Wider Plan
As previously stated, the City of Oak Park Heights has prepared a Comprehensive Bicycle
and Pedestrian Trail System Plan that identifies the NSP easement trail as its highest
priority after pavement marking of local on-street trails. In addition to the off-road, multi-
use trail connection that will be made to Swager Park with this proposal, the future NSP
Easement Overland Trail will connect the City's new residential and commercial district,
new annexation area park, and Stillwater Area High School. From there it will connect to
the Washington County trail system. The Washington County trail system only covers
township areas. The Cities are responsible to provide the connections to each other and
to the County's system.
The goals of the Washington County Linear Park System are as follows:
Goal 1: Establish a coordinated system of local, county and regional linear open
space that will meet present and future recreational and transportation
needs in the County.
Goal 2: Develop a linear open space system that complements the County land use
and transportation plans and promotes proper management of natural and
cultural resources.
Goal 3: Coordinate a program to implement and maintain the desired Linear Parks
and Open Space Plan.
The enhancement of the NSP Easement Overland Trail is in complete compliance with the
Minnesota Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan goals. Although there are
no known historical and archaeological resources that exist on the site, the plans to
enhance the existing wildflower area and nature trails on the site clearly shows the City's
belief of the preservation of its natural history.
C. Site and Project Quality
The NSP easement and the City owned property is made up of some of the highest.
quality/diverse natural areas within the City limits including wetlands, pine and hardwood
forest and wildlife prairie. The highest quality wildflower prairie is already existing on this
site. The corridor is made up of view sheds and open and closed landscapes that have
made the property a kind of retreat area within the City.
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The addition of an asphalt trail would allow the pathway tobeus levels of skie used by rl Astrollers,
early
wheelchairs, roller skate/inline skaters, and bicyclists with
defined and signed multi-use trail that is connected to parking areas will allow for all
City
pes
of non-motorized users to utilize this trail and natural area. In the winter months, the
will participate with local cross-country enthusiasts in the
ctreation
atioe nl of a to p trail iss that
that
traverses the property. The City feels that the public support of
will be gained in this first segment of the NSP easement trail will propel the following
connections to occur.
D. Attention to the Potential Environmental Impact of the Project and Efforts to
Mitigate Adverse Effects
The width of the City owned property and the NSP easement allows for the trail
it to meander
around
around wetlands and through woodlands and prairies without disturbinghe
natural
amenities. The existing trail does not negatively
9on and dust that has
ical sensitive areas.
The paving of the existing trail will aid in the problem of surface eros
been a minor problem with the unpaved surface. The10 ° will
f the1 0 foot wide
impervious
surface to the area, but care will be given towards Iin 9 the effects of
path of impervious surface to the area by following the natural terrain and minimizing the
amount of grading that will be required.
E. Impact on Adjoining Landowners in the Vicinity of the Project.
The existing trail is located over 100 feet from any ects Iots,to one of except
he neighborhood
to the south of the tennis courts in Swager Park and conn
access locations. The paved trail will add to the use of the existing trail which thls rod not
uce
higher levels of noise, but again, because of the width of the City property,
roperty. The trail will
of
be
create an adverse effect on the homeowners
n Oak ParkHeights and will utilize the trail.
established for the homeowners who live i
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Attachments
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OAK PARK HEIGHTS
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14168 N. 57th Street•Box 2007 •Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 •Phone: (612) 439-4439 •FAX 439-0574
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July 12, 1996 •
Mr. Dan Collins
Trail Recreation Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul,MN 55155 •
Re: . Oak Park Heights-National Recreation Trail Fund Program•
File No: 798.04- 96.09
Dear Mr. Collins:
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I am writing this letter for insertion into the City of Oak Park Heights application for funding
under the National Recreation Trail Fund Program. The purpose of this correspondence is to
acknowledge that neither the grant funds nor the land match to be provided by the City will be
used for in-house labor services and/or to meet existing payroll. Only contract services,
materials and supplied used to construct the trails are expected for reimbursement from the grant
funds. •
• Additionally,the City acknowledges that it has adequate full time public works staff to
adequately maintain the trail proposed. A 5•year operations and maintenance cost estimate is
attached.
If you have any questions,please do not hesitate to call. On behalf of the City Council,I would
like to thank the Department of Natural Resources for making these grant funds available to local
units of government_ We hope that our grant application is successful in this process.
Sincerely your,
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Mike Robertson
City Administrator
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12 July 1996
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL FUND PROGRAM
TRAIL OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
FIVE YEAR PLAN
Other Repairs Total
IIIMowing (Trail Surface Vandalism,
Shoulders, Maintenance (Vandalism,
Approaches) (Crack Filling,
Sweeping)
$100 $100 $1,400
YEAR 1 $1,200
YEAR 2 $1,200 $1,400
$100 $100 YEAR 3 $1,300 $1,900
$300 $300 YEAR 4 $1,300 $1,800
$200 $300
$2,000
YEAR 5 $1,400
$400 $200
SOURCE OF FUNDS: Salaries and Materials from City General Fund
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DRAFT
Approva .. of Trail Grant Request Councilmember Robert, seconded
• 9 c aa ' , • • - . ' . . .. •ve e application for the Trail
Development Grant from the Minnesota DNR. Carried 4-0 .
Proposed Fire Substation - Mayor O'Neal stated that a meeting is
scheduled to discuss this issue with the Mayor of Bayport and
City Administrator of Bayport. Councilmember Swenson questioned
Attorney Vierling on the latest date the City could apply for a
bond referendum. Attorney Vierling sated the Council would need
to make a decision by the second City Council meeting in August.
Council requested Attorney Vierling provide an estimate of the
costs of balloting at the next City Council meeting scheduled
Tuesday, August 13, 1996 .
Public Hearings:
Request for Kennel License - Debra Zahler Runk - 5525 O'Brien
Avenue - Mayor O'Neal opened the Public Hearing at 8 : 00 p.m. Ms.
Zahler Runk was present to answer questions. Ms . Zahler Runk
stated that the kennel license includes three dogs, all who have
been spayed or neutered and have had their rabies vaccination.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Schaaf, moved to close the
Public Hearing at 8 : 05 p.m.
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Schaaf, moved to approve the
Kennel License Application. Carried 4-0 .
New Business:
Water Meter Deposit Refund - City Administrator Robertson
reported that he has received several requests from residents who
have sold their homes and are moving out of Oak Park Heights for
refunds of their water meter deposits. Robertson questioned the
Council 's recollection of returning a water meter for a refund.
Council requested that Robertson and Building Inspector Roger
Benson investigate the issue.
Industrial Pa k - Councilmember Schaaf reported that the use of
the land between Oakgreen and Walmart was discussed at the last
Oak Park Heights Business Group meeting. Councilmember Schaaf
stated that business owners felt strongly that the area should be
used for commercial purposes, and should not be zoned a
residential area.
Correspondence: •
MNDOT Letter - Hiway 5 $tormwater Pond - City Administrator
Robertson reported that a plan is being designed for re-designing
the intersection of Highway 36 and Highway 5, with construction
taking place in the 1997 construction season. MNDOT requires
that the drainage easement and stormwater pond be in place before
construction begins. City Engineer Joe Anderlik reported that
the pond is proposed to be located on the east side of 58th
Street, north of the high school. City Engineer Anderlik stated
that the new property owner will be involved in the design of the
location. Mr. McGovern. a representative from Mr. frackey was
11SP Northern States Power Company
414 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis,Minnesota 55401-1993
Telephone(612)330-5500
July 31, 1996
Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
Attn: Dan J. Sjordahl
5775 Wayzata Blvd., Suite 555
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
ENCROACHMENT -Trail Development-File No. 798.04-96.09
Lines 0977 & 0980
Section 04, Township 029, Range 20
Washington County, MN
Dear Mr. Sjordahl,
Our transmission engineers have reviewed the final development plans for the existing
Trail that were submitted on July 16, 1996. The continued use of the easement property
is acceptable to NSP, subject to the following terms and conditions.
1. Fill around or above steel structure foundations is not permitted. The grade around
the structures must provide for surface water runoff- no surface water ponding around
structures will be permitted. Any cost related to the adjustment of NSP's facilities will
be at the requesters expense.
2. The ground elevation within the easement shall not be increased above grade,
without review by NSP transmission engineering. Stockpiling of soil and /or material
within the easement will not be permitted.
3. A working clearance of 25 feet between the electrical conductors and any cranes or
digging equipment used in or near the easement, must be maintained at all times.
4. Detailed plans for landscaping (including light standards) must be submitted to NSP
for review and approval. Generally shorter varieties of trees and shrubs may be
considered, if planting is permitted.
5. Please provide design and dimensions of the picnic shelters for review.
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To acknowledge receipt of and agreement with the terms of this consent, please sign
the enclosed copy of this letter and return to my attention.
Sind rely aciriOlsonAPPROVED
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Real Estate Rep./Highway Liaison 1:6,A ,�
330-5983 -
cc: Roger Johnson
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Valley Branch Watershed District - Administrator Robertson
reported that the City Engineer' s office has sent Valley Branch
the information it requested.
Strategic Planning Committee - The Strategic Planning Committee
(SPC) will meet at 7 : 00 p.m. , Wednesday, July 31, 1996 at Oak
Park Heights City Hall .
SPC Appointee - Council reviewed a letter from Michael Dahlquist
requesting that the City Council consider appointing him as a
citizen representative to the Strategic Planning Committee .
Councilmember Robert recommended Dahlquist based on his work as
Parks Commission Chair.
Councilmember Robert, seconded by Swenson, moved to appoint
Michael Dahlquist to the Strategic Planning Commission. Carried
4-0 .
Oak Park Heights Business Group - Councilmember Schaaf stated
that the next Oak Park Heights Business Group meeting will be
held Wednesday, August 7, 1996 at 7 : 30 a.m. at Applebee ' s
Restaurant . Topics for discussion include the Junker landfill
lawsuit and business garbage collection rates .
Consent Agenda:
1 . Approve Council Meeting Minutes, July 9, 1996 .
2 . Increase Park Attendant Dave Otto' s pay rate to $7 . 50 an hour.
3 . Approval of Brackey Addition Street Utility Improvement Plan.
Councilmember Schaaf, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve the
Consent Agenda. Carried 4-0 .
Unfinished Business
George Vogt Resolution - Council reviewed an information packet
which included an updated resolution submitted by George Vogt
regarding the bridge, copies of every resolution on the bridge,
and a copy of the letter sent to Chuck Siggerud last August, 1995
notifying him of the Council ' s decision. Councilmember Robert
stated that she wanted to be on record stating that the Council
did not approve the northern alignment of the southern corridor
for the New St . Croix River bridge . After much discussion,
Councilmember Swenson, seconded by Mayor O'Neal, moved to table
the issue. Carried 4-0 .
Approval of Trail Grant Request - Councilmember Robert, seconded
by Schaaf, moved to approve the application for the Trail
Development Grant from the Minnesota DNR. Carried 4-0 .
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Oak Park Heights Mayor and City Council
FROM: Scott Richards
DATE: 19 July 1996
RE: Oak Park Heights - NSP Trail Grant
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.09
Please find attached a draft of the application for funding improvements to the NSP
Easement Overland Trail. The Park Commission reviewed the application at their 15 July
meeting and recommended the project to the City Council for approval.
The DNR does not require a public hearing for approval of the grant application. A
recommendation of the Park Commission and resolution of the City Council is required to
indicate the community support for the project. The DNR will provide a one-half match for
construction of the project. In its resolution for support, the City Council should also
indicate that it will likely authorize the funding for one-half of the project costs if the grant
is approved.
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The City Council should consider the application at their 23 A 1996 meeting. The
City should resolve the following:
• Approval of the project plans and grant application for the NSP Easement Overland
Trail.
• Pledge support for funding one-half of the project costs (projected at $20,000) if the
trail grant is approved.
5775 Wayzata Blvd. • Suite 555 • St. Louis Park, MN 55416 • (612) 595-9636•Fax. 595-9837
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National Recreation Trail Fun ing Act
APPLICATION
All applications must be received no later than 4:30 p.m., August 2, 1996.
Please deliver 8 copies of the application to:
Department of Natural Resources
Recreation Services Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St.Paul, Minnesota 55155-4052
General Information: Date: August 1, 1996
Applicant: City of Oak Park Heights
Trail Organization Project Partner (if there is one) Northwest Associated Consultants, Inca
Project: NSP Easement Overland Trail
Mailing Address: 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555
City: St. Louis Park State: MN Zip Code: 55416
Contact Person: Scott Richards
Title: City Planner Daytime Phone: ( 612 ) 595-9636
Project Information:
Total Project Amount Local Match Source of Matching Funds
Cost Requested City Park Capital
$ 40,000 20,000 20,000 Improvement Fund
Are other non-local funds If yes, give Source of Non-local Funds
proposed for this project? amount
Yes No X
Checklist: Est. date of completion June 1997
x Project Description
x Project Location Map(s)
(Reproducible) Proposals must specifically and
x Response to each Requirement
x Response to Each Evaluation directly address each requirement and
Criterion evaluation criterion to qualify and
receive points.
Check all project uses that apply: Pages in each proposal should be
x Walking/Hiking numbered with this page as number 1.
x Bicycling Proposals are limited to eight pages
Horseback riding excluding maps, drawings, and/or
x Cross countryskiingphotos.
SnowmobilinAll pages must be 8 '/z by 11 inches
AN riding and not be dependant on color or be
Off highway motorcycling otherwise unreproducible because
4x4 trucking your proposal is likely to be
x Other (specify) Mountain bike trail photocopied.
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DRAFT - DRAFT - DRAFT
Date:
Mr. Dan Collins
Trail Recreation Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155
RE: Oak Park Heights - National Recreation Trail Fund Program
Preapplication
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.09
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Dear Mr. Collins:
Please find attached the City of Oak Park Heights application for funding under the
National Recreation Trail Funding Act. As indicated in our preapplication material, we are
requesting funds to develop a transportation and recreation trail linage on City property
within the NSP utility easement that bisects the community. Without the assistance of this
grant program, it is likely that the trail enhancements proposed would not be possible.
I believe we have fulfilled all the requirements specified for the application process. If
there is any additional information, maps or documentation required, please do not
hesitate to call me or Dan Sjordal of our office.
Sincerely,
NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS, INC.
Scott Richards
Senior Planner
pc: Mike Robertson
Mayor and City Council Members
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1. Project Description
The proposed trail is located within the City of Oak Park Heights. Oak Park Heights is
located in Washington County on the eastern edge of the Twin Cities Metro Area and the
State of Minnesota.
The proposed project is an enhancement of an existing unimproved trail that utilizes a
Northern States Power(NSP) utility easement that runs through the City. An improved trail
would establish an east-west connection through the City from the St. Croix Mall to
Oakgreen Avenue North. This would be the first segment of a multi-use trail that will
eventually lead to the Stillwater High School and to Highway 5. A connection to Highway
5 would allow the off-road NSP easement trail to be connected to the Washington County
Trail System.
Highway 36 runs along the northern border of the City. This major transportation link
creates a strong physical and psychological barrier. This barrier will be intensified when
the Minnesota Department of Transportation upgrades Highway 36 and develops the new
St. Croix River Bridge crossing between 1997 and 1999. Because of the importance of
the vehicular connection to Highway 36, Oak Park Heights has developed around the
north-south collector streets that lead to the major arterial connection. The projected traffic
increases will further segment the City. A paved east-west trail would allow for a multi-use
non-motorized transportation link through the City that will provide a cohesive link within
the community.
The City has also become the "urban core" for central Washington County in that it
encompasses within or adjacent to its boundaries the County Government Center and Jail,
a regional mall, Stillwater Area High School, and two state prisons. This concentration of
urban uses results in average daily vehicle counts not conducive to safe pedestrian and
bicycle travel. Pedestrian and bicycle recreation and transportation demands require safer
off-road options.
As previously noted, the community already utilizes the NSP easement as a trail. As seen
in the photographs of the site, years of use have created a well worn pathway that leads
from Swager Park to City Hall. The property along the trail has been purchased by the
City and significant strides have been made to prepare for the improvements that are
requested. The City is currently in the process of installing a new off-road bicycle trail in
the City owned property north of the NSP easement. This trail will be designed for
beginner mountain bike users by"Off Road Rider" a consulting firm that specializes in the
design of mountain bike trails. They have given special attention to wetland and erosion
issues in their design. The new trail will provide a higher quality mountain biking
experience than what is currently available. There are also plans to create nature walking
subtrails within the densely wooded areas of City owned property south of the trail
between the City Hall and Oldfield Avenue North. In addition, the City has installed access
points from the neighborhoods and curb cuts at the crossing of Oldfield Avenue North.
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The City is requesting funds from the National Reservation Trail Funding Act to upgrade
the existing trail from an unpaved foot and bicycle path to a ten foot wide, 2,200 foot long
bituminous trail. This non-motorized trail will provide significant recreation and
transportation access for Oak Park Heights residents of all age groups and abilities --
providing linkages between business, homes, parks and schools in the community. The
project would create an off-road corridor for pedestrian and bicyclists that would
complement and connect the on-road facilities "designed for skilled bicyclists" that will be
provided as part of MnDOT's Highway 36 upgrades. Additionally, a paved bituminous trail
would provide access to some of the highest quality/diverse natural areas within the City
limits.
2. Project Goals
In June 1995, the City of Oak Park Heights prepared a Comprehensive Bicycle and
Pedestrian Trail System Plan. A Trail Committee made up of City Council members, City
residents, members of the adjacent community of Baytown Township and Washington
County Public Works staff met to prepare goals for a future trails system plan. The main
goal for the system was to "link all parts of Oak Park Heights internally as well as to
neighboring communities by a safe and convenient multi-use trail system which
incorporates many different users and trail locations/types." The Comprehensive Bicycle
and Pedestrian Trail System Plan identified the NSP easement as a high priority including
the goal to"utilize the NSP easement as an east-west link through the City. Explore using
the mall parking lot as a link and evaluate the potential impacts to the parking lot..." In
addition, the following goals have been established. "Connect the NSP easement trail with
the frontage road intersection at Oakgreen Avenue", and "link Baytown Township with the
proposed annexation area park and connect the park and high school to all surrounding
area communities".
In addition to meeting the goals in the Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail System
Plan, the proposed trail will meet many of the project goals which include:
• Provide safe public access to Swager Park, Annexation Area Park and to the
Stillwater High School.
• Provide access for all user groups regardless of abilities.
• Provide improved access to newly developed mountain bike trails.
• Utilize the NSP easement area as an asset that provides community cohesion.
• Utilize City owned property and its natural beauty for the benefit of area residents.
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3. Project Costs
The estimated total project cost of a 10-foot wide trail leading from the mall parking lot to
Oakgreen Avenue North is $40,000. This estimate, as determined by Bonestroo, Rosene,
Anderlik and Associates, the City Engineer, includes costs for grading, trail widening,
compacted base, and a 2" depth bituminous pavement that runs along the project's length.
Also included within the request are the costs for trail amenities which include bike signage
($1,000), parking improvements ($5,000), seating ($2,500), bike racks ($1,000), and
planting areas ($3,500).
ITEM COST/UNIT TOTAL
Clearing/Grubbing/Grading Lump Sum $5,000
Compacted Class V with 2" bituminous 10#/Linear Foot $22,000
trail course
Lump Sum $13,000
Trail amenities
TOTAL COSTS $40,000
4. Evidence of Support
The community of Oak Park Heights is very supportive and excited about the possibility
of paving the existing NSP Easement Trail. The Park Commission recommended the NSP
Easement Trail at their July 15, 1996 meeting. Also, please see the attached July 23,
1996 Council minutes in support of the project. Northern States Power is also supportive
of the project as seen in the attached letter dated
5. Matching Funds
The source of the matching funds will be from the City Park Capital Improvement Fund.
Several community groups have expressed the desire to participate with volunteer efforts
in connection with the trail improvements. An example of the kind of public/private
partnership that is expected to occur with the implementation of the trail project is the
Mountain bike trail that is being constructed on the project site at this time. The "Summer
Stretch Program", an ecumenical junior high youth group from 13 area churches and.
juvenile work crews sentenced to serve in community service are working with "Off-Road
Rider" in the construction of the trails. Although much of the work in the paving of the NSP
Easement Trail cannot be done with volunteer groups, the landscaping of the area will be
installed by volunteers in an effort to provide a sense of pride and ownership within the
community.
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6. Identification of the Sponsoring Unit of Government
The City of Oak Park Heights will be the unit of government legally responsible for the
project.
7. Acknowledgment of Matching Fund Source
The attached letter from Mike Robertson, the Oak Park Heights City Administrator
acknowledges that the funding source and the "hard-match"will be used for in-house labor
services or to meet existing payroll.
8. Evaluation of Applicant Capability
The attached letter from the City Administrator shows evidence of the City's capability to
carry out the project.
Evaluation Criteria
The following is a summary of how the project will meet the evaluation criteria that has
been established by the National Recreation Trail Funding Act. The City of Oak Park
Heights feels that the NSP Easement request meets the goals and requirements of the
criteria for non-motorized trailways that are funded by the program.
A. Public Need for and Benefit of Project
As previously noted in the project description and as shown on the issues and
opportunities map, the NSP easement cuts through the City, generally dividing the
commercial portion of the City with the residential. The transmission line and its towers
create an ominous presence. The City realizes that the land within the easement can be.
utilized as a positive opportunity rather than only seen as a negative element in the City.
The creation of a trail corridor that establishes an east to west connection through the City
would provide the City residents with recreation, transportation and safety benefits that do
not currently exist. There are no current figures on the amount of use of the current trail,
but the City expects that the trail's use will blossom, possibly rivaling the amount of use
seen on the Willard Munger Trail that is in the area. Currently, the trail use is limited to
enthusiastic off-road bicyclists and pedestrians. When the trail is paved it will be available
to all age groups and will meet the transportation as well as recreational needs of the
community.
When the Comprehensive Bicycle and Pedestrian Trail System Plan was adopted, there
was no formal system of established trails within Oak Park Heights. The plan states that
the City considers the establishment of overland and off-street trails its ultimate priority.
This is primarily due to the consideration of safety for the residents and visitors of the
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community. Trails need to be established in order to get pedestrians off the streets and
onto off-street trails. The City has worked diligently in obtaining the property within the
easement and as previously stated, the public is excited about the possibility of paving this
trail and the future connection to the high school.
B. Context of the Project in a Wider Plan
As previously stated, the City of Oak Park Heights has prepared a Comprehensive Bicycle
and Pedestrian Trail System Plan that identifies the NSP easement trail as its highest
priority after pavement marking of local on-street trails. In addition to the off-road, multi-
use trail connection that will be made to Swager Park with this proposal, the future NSP
Easement Overland Trail will connect the City's new residential and commercial district,
new annexation area park, and Stillwater Area High School. From there it will connect to
the Washington County trail system. The Washington County trail system only covers
township areas. The Cities are responsible to provide the connections to each other and
to the County's system.
The goals of the Washington County Linear Park System are as follows:
Goal 1: Establish a coordinated system of local, county and regional linear open
space that will meet present and future recreational and transportation
needs in the County.
Goal 2: Develop a linear open space system that complements the County land use
and transportation plans and promotes proper management of natural and
cultural resources.
Goal 3: Coordinate a program to implement and maintain the desired Linear Parks
and Open Space Plan.
The enhancement of the NSP Easement Overland Trail is in complete compliance with the
Minnesota Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan goals. Although there are
no known historical and archaeological resources that exist on the site, the plans to
enhance the existing wildflower area and nature trails on the site clearly shows the City's
belief of the preservation of its natural history.
C. Site and Project Quality
The NSP easement and the City owned property is made up of some of the highest
quality/diverse natural areas within the City limits including wetlands, pine and hardwood
forest and wildlife prairie. The highest quality wildflower prairie is already existing on this
site. The corridor is made up of view sheds and open and closed landscapes that have
made the property a kind of retreat area within the City.
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The addition of an asphalt trail would allow the pathway to be used by seniors, strollers,
wheelchairs, roller skate/inline skaters, and bicyclists with various levels of skill. A clearly
defined and signed multi-use trail that is connected to parking areas will allow for all types
of non-motorized users to utilize this trail and natural area. In the winter months, the City
will participate with local cross-country enthusiasts in the creation of a loop trail that
traverses the property. The City feels that the public support of the trail improvements that
will be gained in this first segment of the NSP easement trail will propel the following
connections to occur.
D. Attention to the Potential Environmental Impact of the Project and Efforts to
Mitigate Adverse Effects
The width of the City owned property and the NSP easement allows for the trail to meander
around wetlands and through woodlands and prairies without disturbing the natural
amenities. The existing trail does not negatively impact any ecological sensitive areas.
The paving of the existing trail will aid in the problem of surface erosion and dust that has
been a minor problem with the unpaved surface. The 10 foot wide trail will add impervious
surface to the area, but care will be given towards limiting the effects of the 10 foot wide
path of impervious surface to the area by following the natural terrain and minimizing the
amount of grading that will be required.
E. Impact on Adjoining Landowners in the Vicinity of the Project.
The existing trail is located over 100 feet from any residential lots, except where it swings
to the south of the tennis courts in Swager Park and connects to one of the neighborhood
access locations. The paved trail will add to the use of the existing trail which will produce
higher levels of noise, but again, because of the width of the City property, this will not
create an adverse effect on the homeowners that abut the property. The trail will be
established for the homeowners who live in Oak Park Heights and will utilize the trail.
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DRAFT - DRAFT - DRAFT
12 July 1996
Mr. Dan Collins
Trail Recreation Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155
RE: Oak Park Heights - National Recreation Trail Fund Program
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.09
Dear Mr. Collins:
I am writing this letter for insertion into the City of Oak Park Heights application for funding
under the National Recreation Trail Fund Program. The purpose of this correspondence
is to acknowledge that neither the grant funds nor the land match to be provided by the
City will be used for in-house labor services and/or to meet existing payroll. Only contract
services, materials and supplies used to construct the trails are expected for
reimbursement from the grant funds.
Additionally, the City acknowledges that it has adequate full time public works staff to
adequately maintain the trail proposed. A 5 year operations and maintenance cost
estimate is attached.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call. On behalf of the City Council,
I would like to thank the DNR for making these grant funds available to local units of
government. We hope that our grant application is successful in this process.
Sincerely yours,
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
Mike Robertson
City Administrator
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
NATIONAL RECREATION TRAIL FUND PROGRAM
TRAIL OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE
FIVE YEAR PLAN
Mowing (Trail Surface Other Repairs Total
Shoulders, Maintenance (Vandalism,
Approaches) (Crack Filling, Painting
Sweeping)
YEAR 1 $1,200 $100 $100 $1,400
YEAR 2 $1,200 $100 $100 $1,400
YEAR 3 $1,300 $300 $300 $1,900
YEAR 4 $1,300 $200 $300 $1,800
YEAR 5 $1,400 $400 $200 $2,000
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14168 N. 57th Street •Box 2007•Oak Park Heights,MN 55082 •Phone: (612) 439-4439 • FAX 439-0574
July 12, 1996
Mr. Dan Collins
Trail Recreation Section
Trails and Waterways Unit
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul,MN 55155
Re: Oak Park Heights -National Recreation Trail Fund Program
File No: 798.04 - 96.09
Dear Mr. Collins:
I am writing this letter for insertion into the City of Oak Park Heights application for funding
under the National Recreation Trail Fund Program. The purpose of this correspondence is to
acknowledge that neither the grant funds nor the land match to be provided by the City will be
used for in-house labor services and/or to meet existing payroll. Only contract services,
materials and supplied used to construct the trails are expected for reimbursement from the grant
funds.
Additionally,the City acknowledges that it has adequate full time public works staff to
adequately maintain the trail proposed. A 5 year operations and maintenance cost estimate is
attached.
If you have any questions,please do not hesitate to call. On behalf of the City Council, I would
like to thank the Department of Natural Resources for making these grant funds available to local
units of government. We hope that our grant application is successful in this process.
Sincerely your,
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
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Mike Robertson
City Administrator
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JUL # 71996
Ms. Tina Olson l:
Northern States Power Company
414 Nicollet Mall '
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55401 - 1993
RE: NSP Easement Trail Development Grant
FILE NO: 798.04 -96.09
Dear Ms. Olson:
The City of Oak Park Heights is pursuing a trail development grant from the Minnesota
Department of Natural Resources (DNR) through the National Recreational Trail Fund.
The City is requesting funds to improve a recreational trail on City property within an NSP
utility easement that bisects the community. The site is centrally located within the City
of Oak Park Heights - Section 4, Township 29, Range 20, Washington County (see the
attached maps).
An improved trail would establish an east-west connection through the City from the St.
Croix Mall to Oakgreen Avenue North. This would be the first segment of a multi-use trail
that will eventually lead to the Stillwater High School and to Highway 5. A connection to
Highway 5 would allow the off-road NSP easement trail to be connected to the Washington
County Trail System.
The City already utilizes this NSP easement as a trail, as there is a well worn pathway that
leads from Swager Park to City Hall. The City wishes to improve this trail with bituminous
surfacing. The improvements will not require any significant alteration of existing grades.
The parking area, tennis courts, picnic shelter, and basketball courts shown on the plans
are existing conditions.
The City of Oak Park Heights is formally requesting NSP to comment on this project, and
hopefully pledge support. Please indicate in your response that the proposal is to upgrade
an existing trail within the easement area. Please respond in writing to Mike Robertson,
City Administrator (Oak Park Heights) by July 26, 1996 at: P.O. Box 2007, Oak Park
Heights, Mn. 55082-2007.
5775 Wayzata Blvd. • Suite 555 • St. Louis Park, MN 55416 • (612) 595-9636•Fax. 595-9837
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If you have any questions feel free to, contact Scott Richards or myself at 595-9636.
Thank you for your anticipated cooperation.
Sincerely,
NORTHWEST ASSOCIATED CONSULTANTS INC.
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WiR 1 1996 jIECEDWIE28 February 1996
Ms. Audrey Mularie
Local Grants Program
Department of Natural Resources
Office of Planning, Box 10
500 Lafayette Road
St. Paul, MN 55155-4010
RE: Oak Park Heights - Outdoor Recreation Grant Program Application
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.06
Dear Ms. Mularie:
Please find attached the City of Oak Park Heights' application request form for the Outdoor
Recreation Grant Program. We are requesting the grant to assist the City in completing
priority projects for three of its parks. Each of these parks play an important recreational
function for the citizens of this growing Washington County community. These projects
will likely not be possible unless assistance can be obtained through the matching funds
of the grant program.
The City of Oak Park Heights does not currently have an in-progress Outdoor Recreation
Grant project from the Department of Natural Resources. We look forward to working with
you in further defining our projects and in completing an application.
Thank you for your ongoing assistance during this process.
CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
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Scott D. Richards
Senior.Planner
pc; Mike Robertson
Janet Robert
5775 Wayzata Blvd. • Suite 555 • St. Louis Park, MN 55416 • (612) 595-9636•Fax. 595-9837
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Local Grants Program
Applicant City of Oak Park Heights County Washington
Contact Person Scott D. Richards
Title City Planning Consultant
Address 5775 Wayzata Boulevard, Suite 555, St. Louis Park, MN 55416
Phone Number (during normal working hours) (612) 595-9636
Project Name Brekke, Cover, and Valley View Park Improvements
Program (check the appropriate program(s) and provide an estimated total cost per project):
Outdoor Recreation Grant Program X Natural and Scenic Area Grant Program
Total Estimated Cost: $ 116,900.00 Total Estimated Cost: $
Congressional District (1-8): 6 Legislative District (1A-67B): 56A
Project Description(s):
See attached project descriptions.
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CITY OF OAK PARK HEIGHTS
LOCAL GRANTS PROGRAM
PROJECT DESCRIPTIONS
The Oak Park Heights Parks Commission has recommended the following projects for
Brekke, Cover and Valley View Parks be included in the application for Outdoor
Recreation Grant Funding:
Brekke Park:
Pathway/Play Area Enhancements. An asphalt pathway connecting the parking lot to an
existing play structure is necessary to increase accessibility and provide an appropriate
surface for strollers, tricycles and those with mobility impairments. The pathway would
encircle the playground providing the City's first safe tricycle play area. The area would
be further improved by providing tables and benches (some of which would be fully
accessible), shade trees, and a perennial garden.
The primary goal of these improvements is to provide access and activities that appeal to
all age groups and abilities.
Project Cost $15,500.00
Outdoor Maze. Area is available at the park near the pathway and play area to provide
a natural evergreen maze with a center shelter and benches.
The purpose of this facility is to provide a fun activity that can be enjoyed by people of all
age groups and abilities. The trail surface and shelter area would be fully accessible.
Project Cost $5,400.00
Outdoor Skating Facility. The existing skating/hockey rink would be provided with a
permanent concrete surface to extend the season for outdoor ice and provide a facility for
summer skating activities. During both the summer and winter, the skating facility would
be given dedicated hours for open skating versus hockey, thus allowing a wide range of
age and ability levels to enjoy the facility.
The primary goal of the facility is to expand the utilization of this site and provide a
summer activity for youth of all age groups that may or may not participate in other existing
summer recreation activities.
Project Cost $44,000.00
Total Cost, Brekke Park $ 64,900.00
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Cover Park:
Bank Restoration/Garden. An unusable sloped area of the park would be transformed
into a perennial garden and mixed shrub wildlife area. The improvements would include
a stone retaining wall and perennial garden installed and maintained with donated plants
and labor by a neighborhood garden committee. The remaining slope would be
professionally planted with mixed shrubs designed to attract birds and other small wildlife.
The primary goal is to enhance the Cover Park neighborhood which is the oldest part of
the City with the highest concentration of low income homes. The project will provide a
focal point for pride and community building.
Project Cost $12,000.00
Total Cost, Cover Park $ 12,000.00
Valley View Park:
Prairie Restoration. A ten acre portion of Valley View Park has been set aside for prairie
restoration. The project would include site preparation and planting of wild flowers and
native grasses.
The primary goal is to restore an area of the park to the type of prairie that existed before
settlement. The area would attract wildlife and be used as a learning center for persons
of all ages.
Project Cost $13,000.00
Trail for Prairie and Wetland Accessibility. A trail system has been proposed through
the area proposed for prairie restoration. The one-third mile of the trail would have an
asphalt base to allow full accessibility and another one mile would be a wood chip base.
The trails would be provided benches and the parking area serving this area would be
expanded to include an accessible stall. The trail would extend to a wetland area with a
boardwalk and observation deck. Proper signage for the trails and identifying the park
boundaries would also be included.
The primary goal of the trail system is to provide accessibility to the natural areas of the
park and to the wetlands for education and passive recreation use. Much of the area
would be opened up to people of all ages and abilities that before was difficult for them to
reach.
Project Cost $27,000.00
Total Cost, Valley View Park $40,000.00
TOTAL OVERALL COST $116,900.00
APR-10-1996 09 54 NAC 612 595 9837 F.02/02
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
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April 5, 1996 5-4"1
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Mr. Scott Richards �
City Planning Consultant
5775 Wayzata Blvd - Suite 555
St. Louis Park , MN 55416
RE: Outdoor Recreation Grant Program Application
Dear Mr. Richards :
The Minnesota State Legislature did not authorize bonding dollars for the Outdoor
Recreation Grant Program this session. Therefore, we have decided to extend the
application deadline for the Outdoor Recreation Grant Program to March 31, 1997. This
deadline will correspond with the Legislative Commission on Minnesota Resources'
(LCMR) intention to fund the Local Initiatives Grants Program which includes funding
for the Outdoor Recreation Grant Program. The funding would be available July 1, 1997.
Application request forms and program information will be mailed out this fall for all
of the programs available through the Local Initiatives Grants Program. The deadline for
" the Outdoor Recreation Grant Program will be March 31, 1997. You will not need to submit
a new application request form. The application forms you are currently working with will
not change.
The application review and evaluation period will begin March 31, 1997 with grant awards
announced in early summer . We expect that approved projects could begin during the
summer of 1997.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused. Applications may be submitted
before the March 31 deadline for review and comments from program staff. If you have any
questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the staff person assigned to your area
or me at 612/296-1567.
• Sincerely,
Wayne Sames, Supervisor
Local Grants Program
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Scott Richards
DATE: 18 April 1996
RE: Oak Park Heights - Outdoor Recreation Grant
FILE NO: 798.04 - 96.06
As you may be aware, the Minnesota Legislature did not authorize bonding dollars for the
Outdoor Recreation Grant Program this year. As a result, our planned improvements for
Brekke Park funded in part by the grant program will need to be put on hold until 1997.
In preparation for compliance with the application requirements, we had scheduled a City
Council public hearing for 22 April to discuss the proposed improvements. We felt it was
important to hold this hearing to show the public and the City Council the conceptual plans
for the park and to receive feedback at this early stage. As imput is received, we will work
with the Park Commission to produce an acceptable final plan for City Council approval.
Please find attached a conceptual diagram of the park plan. We are also working on a
generalized budget to be discussed on Monday night.
pc: Mike Robertson
Park Commission Members
5775 Wayzata Blvd. • Suite 555 • St. Louis Park, MN 55416 • (612) 595-9636•Fax. 595-9837
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Parks Commission Vacancy - Robert reported that the Parks
Commission has recommended Liz Weaver for the vacancy on the
Parks Commission. Councilmember Robert, seconded by Schaaf,
moved to approve the appointment of Liz Weaver to the Parks
Commission. Carried 5-0 .
Cover Park Individual Park Meeting - Councilmember Robert
reported that the first in a series of meetings regarding
neighborhood parks was held Tuesday, January 16, 1996 . Robert
reported a successful meeting with good input from residents .
Outdoor Recreation Grants - Robert reported that the Parks
Commission would like to apply for the Outdoor Recreation Grant
Program to update Brekke and Valley View Parks . The initial
application for this grant needs to be completed by March 1,
1996 . Robert requested that Council direct Administrator
Robertson and City Planner Richards to complete the initial
application. Councilmember Robert, seconded by Schaaf, moved to
direct Robertson and Richards to complete the initial application
grant for the Outdoor Recreation Grant Program. Carried 5-0 .
Consent Agenda
• Review Minutes - January 8, 1996
• Request for Preparation of Plans and Specifications - Autumn
Ridge 3rd Addition
• Request for Payment - Autumn Ridge 2nd Addition - $24, 178 .45
• Request for Payment - 58th Street Improvements - $37, 055 . 53
• Establish 1996 Board of Review Dates, Monday, April 8, 1996 at
5 : 00 p.m. for the initial meeting and Monday, April 22, 1996
at 6 : 00 p.m. for the continuation meeting.
Councilmember Kern, seconded by Swenson, moved to approve all
items on the Consent Agenda. Carried 5-0 .
Unfinished Business:
Brown' s Creek Watershed - Mayor O'Neal reported that last weeks
Brown' s Creek Watershed Meeting was rescheduled for Wednesday,
January 24th, 1996 at 7 : 00 p.m. Mayor O'Neal reminded Council
that there is still a need for a representative to take her place
on the Board. The Brown' s Creek Board meets every third
Wednesday of the month.
County Wide Equipment Sharing Study - Robertson reported that all
major cities except Oakdale have indicated their desire to
participate in the study. He said a revised budget based on the
number of participants will be prepared and submitted to all
participating governments .
Meeting with Baytown Township - Councilmember Swenson, seconded
by Schaaf, moved to approve a workshop with Baytown Township
Monday, February 5, 1996 at Stillwater Area High School . Carried
5-0 .
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