Res 2016-20 Authorizing Landscaping Package for SNC
RESOLUTION NO. 2016 - 20
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PROCEED WITH THE PHASE 2
LANDSCAPING PACKAGE, TRAIL ADDITIONS, AND SITE FURNISHINGS FOR
THE SPRINGBROOK NATURE CENTER IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Springbrook Nature Center is a 127-acre City of Fridley park that provides
year-round opportunities to experience and learn about nature; and is an environmental education
center that serves school groups, community organizations and families; and
WHEREAS, the Springbrook Nature Center serves the people living in the north suburban area
with enjoyable and educational programs, hands-on exhibits and nature center facilities; and
WHEREAS, the Springbrook Nature Center SPRING Project has been developed with the input
of citizen groups, environmentalists, City officials and architects to preserve the Springbrook
experience for future generations; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has been awarded a $5 Million grant from the State of
Minnesota for the Springbrook Nature Center Improvement Project, with additional funds being
provided by the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation through a local fundraising initiative;
and
WHEREAS, the Phase 1 part of the project is nearing completion which includes remodeling of
the existing interpretive center facility and an addition to the building that will provide spaces for
nature education, health and wellness, community gatherings, celebrations and business
meetings; and
WHEREAS, Phase 2 of the project will include additional amenities to the Springbrook Nature
Center Improvements project such as an amphitheater, outdoor nature based play area, trail
enhancements, site furnishings, and a picnic pavilion; and
WHEREAS, the following initial elements of Phase 2 have been designed and are ready for
inclusion in the project;
A landscaping package to include planting of trees, shrubs and grasses around the
perimeter of the new building and re-aligned trail
A concrete entry area to include paver stones and boulders
A trail re-alignment and addition just north of the new interpretive center
Site furnishings of benches, bike racks, trash receptacles and a site informational
sign
A railing and chainlink fencing to protect the roof access of the new interpretive
center:
WHEREAS, the Phase 2 elements outlined above will be paid for by private funds raised by the
Springbrook Nature Center Foundation;
Resolution No. 2016-20 Page 2
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Fridley, Anoka
County, Minnesota, as follows:
The staff of the Parks and Recreation Department is authorized to proceed with
the initial Phase 2 improvements to the Springbrook Nature Center Project to
include a landscaping package, trail additions, and site furnishings.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS
TH
25 DAY OF APRIL, 2016.
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SCOTT J. LUND - MAYOR
ATTEST:
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DEBRA A. SKOGEN - CITY CLERK