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PRA 09/09/2019 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Fridley Municipal Center 7071 University Ave NE, Fridley MN 55432 AGENDA – SEPT. 3, 2019 DATE: Sept. 3, 2019 – 7:00 p.m. LOCATION: Fridley Civic Campus – 7071 University Ave NE, Fridley, MN 55432 – (Banfill Conference Room - upper level next to Council Chambers). 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA FOR SEPT. 3, 2019 3. APPROVE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES FOR AUG. 5, 2019 4. NEW BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS: a. Parks Master Planning – Public Workshop Report (LISC) b. Other 5. STAFF REPORTS: a. Soccer Update b. Timberwolves Event Reminder – 9/19 4:30-5:30 p.m. Madsen Park c. New Resident Welcome Mixer – 10/12 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon 6. UNFINISHED BUSINESS: a. Other 7. ADJOURNMENT Attachments/Enclosures: Aug. 5 Minutes Deer Management Proposal Parks Master Plan Public Workshop Report Staff Highlights Summer Rocks Thank You SNC Summer Concert Series Recap Sept./Oct. City Newsletter and Recreation brochure Next Meeting: Oct. 7, 2019 at the Fridley Civic Campus – 7 p.m. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Fridley Municipal Center 7071 University Ave Ne, Fridley MN 55432 MINUTES August 5, 2019 CALL TO ORDER: Chairperson Heintz was absent. Vice-chair Shanna Larson assumed the duties of the Chair. Ms. Larson called the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. Members present: Pete Borman, EB Graham, Dave Kondrick, and Shanna Larson Members absent: Mike Heintz and Ryan Gerhard Others Present: Mike Maher, Director of Springbrook Nature Center, Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager for Streets, Parks and Facilities and Deborah Dahl, Director of Community Services and Employee Resources. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA: Chair Larson called for a motion to adopt the agenda for the August 5, 2019 meeting agenda. Ms. Graham made the MOTION to adopt the agenda, SECONDED by Mr. Borman. MOTION PASSED unanimously. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES: Chair Larson called for a motion to adopt the minutes from the June 3rd, 2019 Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting. Mr. Kondrick made the MOTION; Ms. Graham SECONDED the motion. MOTION PASSED unanimously. STAFF REPORTS: a. Staff Highlights Branding - Ms. Dahl summarized some of the highlights from the report. She noted the style, font and design will now be following branding standards issued from the Marketing team, which have created a new format for commission documents as well. Parks Master Plan – Ms. Dahl gave brief comments on the Parks Master Plan meetings, commenting that while the attendance could have been better, the content and feedback received was positive and consistent with data and information received in other studies and surveys. More information will be discussed later in the meeting. 49’ers Day - as successful, particularly the pre-parade activities. Participation count was estimated to be approximately 400-500 people. Summer Programs – Summer programs are well underway with good participation numbers so far. 1 Timberwolves Court Unveiling – The new court at Madsen Park will be unveiled on 9/19/2019 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. with a basketball clinic and refreshments led by the Timberwolves. Jeff Jensen said his staff is still working out the details on the renovation. Mr. Kondrick said he felt it was a great honor for our community to be chosen for this opportunity. Ms. Dahl said that the Fridley School District was instrumental getting the vote out to students and teachers, who helped to bring the nomination home. Nature Center Report – Mr. Maher reported a few highlights, stating a staffing change will be happening and recruiting for a new Program Coordinator this fall to replace Mary Morris. He mentioned Summer concerts and camps are going well and a new exhibit will be unveiled in September with the help of a grant from Xcel Energy. Land management projects are underway made possible by a grant to keep invasive species under control. Mr. Kondrick complimented the Nature Center for their programs, animal feedings and exhibits, stating his family really enjoyed their time and the staff. b. Parks Master Plan Update Ms. Dahl reported the three meetings have been held and have been good meetings with great feedback. The next (and last) meeting will be on Aug. 8, which will be a summation of the themes and feedback received from all of the meetings. The last meeting showcased a panel of experts, which included a playground company (Flagship Playgrounds), Jeff Jensen, a guest speaker from the City of Brooklyn Park, as well as a staff member from Three Rivers Parks system. Ms. Dahl said they offered their expertise in a wide variety of ideas, solutions and concepts to give the audience an idea of what is possible and affordable. Mr. Kondrick asked what were some of the more creative ideas that came from the meetings. Mr. Jensen said he loved the edible orchard/garden ideas that came forward. Mr. Borman said that he had liked that idea and felt it could be helpful to educate residents. Ms. Dahl said that the color-coded trails and loops concepts were creative. Mr. Borman asked if some of the links of the trails will be considered, particularly with the corridor crossings. Ms. Dahl said it was a popular theme and will likely be a higher priority. Ms. Dahl invited the committee to attend and participate and stated that a final report will be prepared by Rachel Workin and presented to the Commission and Council. She said that staff will need further guidance and continue to work on logistics, funding options and ultimately prepare recommendations. Mr. Kondrick asked if staff will be working with other communities like Spring Lake Park, New Brighton, Columbia Heights, Moundsview, etc. to tie into their systems and trails. Mr. Jensen said they typically do that as a part of their work and will use their streets projects as opportunities to put in more trails. Ms. Dahl stated there is still work to be done to determine a financial plan to get the work done and that this plan will be considered to be a ten (10) year 2 plan. Ms. Dahl said there is more to come and staff will continue to keep the commission updated as the plan evolves. c. Field Usage and Program Numbers Ms. Dahl reported on statistics on field usage and program numbers. She mentioned the information was given to the City Council in mid-May and additional data collected since then. Ms. Dahl shared a 20 year history of sports leagues and teams, concluding less interest in organized leagues as well as competition with larger commercial organizations, health clubs, advanced leagues. Ms. Dahl said that there are requests for rugby, lacrosse, disc golf where people are doing pick- up games. The Twin City Gateway is putting together an on-line promotion of possible locations for leagues and teams to play, as well as offering options for other kinds of tournaments – corn hole tournaments and bike races. Ms. Larson asked if the City could partner or provide discounts to corporations who have organized leagues/teams. Mr. Jensen said that providing the best experience and amenities to residents is a priority vs. external entities. Mr. Borman stated that even the bar league numbers are down. Ms. Dahl said that staff can look at the corporate leagues, soccer fields and alternative sports like cricket, etc. Ms. Dahl shared the revenue history said that we need to look at our pricing structure for field utilization. The revenue hasn’t increased much over the years and will be reviewed more carefully. Facility and shelter rentals revenue has been flat and will be reviewed along with the rental policies. Ms. Dahl reported the Recreation program expenses are approximately $1 million and the revenue about $200,000. The costs for park maintenance are not included in these numbers. Ms. Dahl reported the Springbrook Nature Center reports revenues and expenses to be very close with a slight edge in revenue. Learning about our fees and where the City is positioned in the market will be researched with the parks master planning process, including setting some goals and staffing plans. Ms. Larson stated that 70% of the students in Fridley are on free and reduced lunches so it would be important to consider that when looking a fees. 3 Ms. Dahl said is encouraged that the Council has been to every parks master planning meetings and felt good about their input and are passionate about the parks system. She said we are starting in a good strong position. d. Springbrook Nature Center Pavillion Update Mr. Jensen provided an update on the project and said final approvals are done, the concrete contractor is scheduled and the anticipated deadline is tentatively scheduled to begin on Sept. 6. He mentioned the building will be delivered next week and stored on site. The utilities will be scheduled mid-September with construction going up shortly thereafter. Mr. Maher stated it will be an attractive space and a nice addition to their rental options and program space year-round. Mr. Jensen explained that many of the local businesses have come through with donations, along with the Lions Club and additional donations will continue to come in. e. Staffing Update Ms. Dahl reported that following that Margo has been promoted to a Division Manager level and a Program Coordinator role has been recommended to assist with program planning, and the City will continue to use interns and additional part-time or seasonal staff where possible. A full-time Customer Service role is also recommended to handle front desk duties NEW BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS: a. Deer Management Plan Mr. Maher provided the commission with a proposed deer management plan and explained the purpose and goals of the plan (attached), as well as how the mitigation system works. He summarized the need following complaints from residents and reported safety concerns due to animal/vehicle collisions. Mr. Maher explained that permitting is required by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR), which requires a study. An aerial helicopter survey was conducted by Ramsey County in February of 2019 and determined that the City has a higher than recommended levels. The removal process is contracted through the U.S. Department of Agriculture to provide the service. The plan also calls for a public education plan to inform and educate residents. The cost will vary, but could cost up to $6-8,000. If adopted by Council, the permit application process would begin in October of this year. He asked for the commission for their adoption of the plan, which would be forwarded to the City Council for final adoption in September, if approved. 4 A MOTION was made by Mr. Borman to accept staff’s recommendation to adopt the City of Fridley Deer Management plan, seconded by Mr. Kondrick. The MOTION PASSED unanimously. b. Adopt-A-Park Mr. Jensen summarized a new program to be launched later this fall, called Adopt-a-Park. It will be a program to allow for community groups, neighborhood groups, etc. to help with park clean ups, reporting vandalism, or where light maintenance is needed to get people involved. At the same time, staff is working on changing some of the maintenance strategies, particularly with how chemicals are applied and combined with different mowing practices for weed control and in order to be more eco-friendly. The partnership with neighbors and groups will help staff significantly. More information will be provided to the commission at a future meeting. Mr. Borman asked if there was a project that the Lions could do to help. Mr. Jensen said he would welcome the help and could work with him on some ideas. c. Discussion About Highlights Ms. Dahl reported that the new branding guidelines have been issued to provide a consistent look of materials and documents. She asked the Commission what information they would like to see reported every month and if the Highlights report is helpful. Members agreed the report is helpful and asked to have it continued. d. Other Ms. Dahl mentioned that the staff are working on a study to determine how our city compares to others in terms of parks and recreation programming and parks in general. She said when it gets compiled she will share that with the commission. ADJOURNMENT: With no other items raised, Vice-Chair Larson thanked everyone for coming asked for a motion to adjourn at 8:57 p.m. Mr. Jensen reminded the group to attend the last Parks Master Plan meeting on Thurs., Aug. 8 at 6 p.m. at the Civic Campus. Mr. Kondrick made the MOTION to adjourn, SECONDED by Ms. Graham. MOTION PASSED unanimously. Respectfully submitted, Deborah Dahl, Director Community Services and Employee Resources 5 FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY Corridor Development Initiative Summary Report and Final Recommendations Tvcnjuufe!cz;!Hsfudifo!Ojdipmmt-!Uxjo!Djujft!MJTD! Tfqufncfs!312: Tqpotpsfe!cz; Djuz!pg!Gsjemfz GOAL STATEMENT: Fridley’s park system will increase the well-being of our community by providing people of all ages and abilities with opportunities for active living, social connections, wellness and nature. INTRODUCTION “I didn’t realize there To guide the Fridley Parks and Trails master planning process, the City of were so many parks Fridley enlisted Twin Cities LISC’s Corridor Development Initiative (CDI) to facilitate a series of community workshops from June to August, 2019 in Fridley!” was a to gather community input. The recommendations were presented to the common comment Fridley City Council on September 7, 2019 for their consideration. by participants. Through the City of Fridley’s comprehensive plan, measures are in play to improve upon the city’s existing park and trail system. To better align city parks with community priorities and changing trends in recreation, the city embarked on a series of “Finding Your FUN in Fridley” community workshops, working with Twin Cities LISC’s Corridor Development Initiative process, from June to August, 2019. In addition, an on-line survey was conducted to questions: • What will be important for the future of Fridley’s parks and trails? • What will be needed for the parks of tomorrow? • Are people using parks differently than they have in the past? • And how can parks be reimagined to appeal to more people of all ages and backgrounds? • What are the unique contributions that local and regional parks and trail systems can provide to create an array of options for users? • What is needed to build stronger collaboration among the various public jurisdictions and private partners to ensure high quality maintenance and access? For the most part, comments from community members indicate that, while they are relatively happy with the neighborhood parks, they desire updated amenities and increased connectivity, particularly at community following recommendations offer a pathway forward, summarizing the input of community stakeholders. 1 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! FRIDLEY’S EXISTING PARK SYSTEM Based on historic National Recreation and Parks Association standards, Fridley designates its parks into the following categories: • Mini Parks - Parks with recreational facilities intended to serve populations within ¼ mile; typically less than one acre in size (ex: Altura, Ed Wilmes, Skyline) • Neighborhood Parks - Parks with recreational facilities intended to serve populations within ½ mile; typically include large open spaces (ex: Ruth Circle, Madsen, Briardale) • Special Use Facilities - Provide specialized or single purpose recreational activities (ex: Civic Campus, Innsbruck Nature Center; Ray Thompson Little League Field, Riverview Heights Park*) • Community Parks- Parks with recreational facilities that provide multiple uses, appeal to broad spectrum of users, and serve the whole city (ex: Commons Park, Moore Lake Park, Community Park, Springbrook Nature Center) Consider reclassifying Riverview Heights Park as a special use facility (recreation and education hub with access to the Mississippi River) 2 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! BACKGROUND: PARK CONDITIONS AND SAFETY The City of Fridley has done a good job of preserving open space areas and providing established in the city back to the 1950’s, the park system was formally established in the 1970’s following the tornado in 1965. Because of the destruction of much of the city’s infrastructure and neighborhoods, rebuilding was a higher priority. Rehabilitation of the park system was delayed. The City received federal funding to install playgrounds and update amenities, which have had some renovations over the years. The City of Fridley has periodically conducted a Parks Service Area Study since 1996 to compare to national averages and created individual park action plans. In 2018, the Fridley City Council requested a comprehensive system-wide parks master plan to determine a long strategic plan, which would include goals funding needs. 3 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! SUGGESTIONS FOR IMPROVING FRIDLEY’S PARKS AND TRAILS SYSTEM Better Communication and Access (Informed Users) Participants from both the community-wide workshops and the on-line survey said that they were unaware that the Fridley parks and trail system offered so much. Their eyes were opened to the broad network of park share information about what’s available through interactive maps, social media, and other communications consideration; signage would help people anticipate distances and directions; color-coded symbols help ease navigation. Greater coordination with Anoka County Parks and Department of Transportation would provide improved maintenance and snow removal of pedestrian and bike trails. Proposed Action Steps: • • Provide an ongoing method for input (e.g. social pinpoint) Updated Amenities and Experiences (Active Living) Today people desire more recreational options, such as splash-pads, pickleball courts, soccer and multi-purpose required. The ability to access rental equipment (e.g. paddle boards, canoes, kayaks, ice skates, bikes, cross- country skis, etc.) provides more people the opportunity to experience outdoor activities. Proposed Action Steps: • Identify key locations to offer rental equipment • Diversify park infrastructure by adding new elements that will provide year-round interest for users of all ages and abilities. • Update parks to provide unique opportunities based on park characteristics. • • Increase connectivity within and between parks 4 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! Something for Everyone (Wellness and Nature) Parks and trails are important for connecting to the beauty of nature and add to community well-being. Parks provide a place to relax, have fun, improve mental health, and inspire imagination. Parks provide ecological through park programming and services, natural resource management and partnerships with existing and new community groups (such as creation of Adopt-a-Park groups). Proposed Action Steps: • Strengthen eco-spaces for pollinator gardens, wetlands, and blooming natural areas • • Incorporate public art to create a sense of wonder and unique character Building Community and Shared Experiences (Social Connections) Parks are special places in which people from all walks of life can intermingle. They create memorable moments and a sense of community. Creating a “Central Park” concept would help establish a more vibrant purpose. Proposed Action Steps: • Reinforce a sense of Town Center by connecting the Civic Plaza and Community Park through design and complementary uses • Create exciting community gathering places (e.g. picnic and barbeque areas, community gardens, • Construct multi-use buildings at community parks to be utilized for recreation programs and as hubs for community events. • Consider how complimentary land uses along the edges of community parks could add more vibrancy and sense of destination, linking commercial uses (e.g. food, rental equipment, etc.) with public amenities) • Promote neighborhood groups to complement city government effort, similar to the Friends of Springbrook Nature Center 5 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! SUGGESTED USES: Mini-parks Located throughout the city, with easy walking access from residential areas. • Playgrounds • Benches and picnic tables Neighborhood Parks Medium size parks and open space. • Athletic spaces (e.g. courts for basketball, tennis, volleyball, pickleball, etc) • Walking loops • Open green spaces and natural areas (e.g. pollinator patches) Special Use Facilities Specialized or single purpose activities. • Uses are determined by the purpose of the park • New elements or upgrades may be included (e.g. adventure/obstacle course, etc.) Community Parks: Each of the community parks may include a multi-use building or facility to be used for park programming (recreational, nature, etc.), events, equipment storage, and should incorporate more winter uses (e.g. skating, cross country skiing, etc.) PROPOSED THEMES FOR THE THREE COMMUNITY PARKS: Commons Park: Youth and Play Great central location and proximity to nearby schools, well used by recreational programs, lots of open space. Improved play-based equipment and active use amenities, such as: • Water play features (e.g. splash pad) • High quality play equipment 6 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! Moore Lake Park: Lakeshore activities and all-season rental equipment Good trail access, lake access, opportunity to improve aesthetics. Improved water access and recreational activities: • Paddleboard and kayak rental options • Updated beach area (could include a swimming area) • Preserve the volleyball courts Improved amenities: • Walking loops of differing lengths • Benches • Picnic areas and shelters • Create off-leash dog park (separated from other uses) Improved water quality and plantings: • Restore wetlands • Stormwater treatment areas • Low maintenance vegetation Community Park: Recreation and Events Curre ground level to solve for water issues. Mitigation options are available to eliminate any potential danger in regard to the railroad tracks (e.g. high fencing, barriers for safety and noise reduction) to provide a secured area. Connect with Civic Campus to create stronger sense of a Town Center and community gathering space • Consider an overpass or tunnel to connect civic campus to community park Recreational uses: Improved amenities for passive uses: • Trail around perimeter of park for all year use • Incorporate landscaping, botanical gardens, community gardens, and edible orchards Attachment A: Finding Your FUN in Fridley Recommendations. 7 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! OVERVIEW OF THE CORRIDOR DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE (CDI) “FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY” PROCESS: The Corridor Development Initiative consisted of four community workshops held at Fridley City Hall. Over 50 community members attended the workshops, aimed at gathering input on the strengths and weaknesses of the parks and trails system, identifying options for improvements, and learning from other regional and local park systems. The process involved a technical team composed of facilitators, city staff, and panelists from the city of Brooklyn Park, Three Rivers Park, and Flagship (playground equipment provider) to inform and support participants as they explored ideas. Participants provided input on park amenities, services and programming, Fridley CDI Finding Your FUN in Fridley Advisory Group An advisory group provided guidance for the CDI process, forming outreach strategies, and supporting the design and content of the community workshops. Thank you to the Advisory Group members, who contributed greatly to the processes’ success: Advisory Group Members: • Debbie Dahl, City of Fridley, Community Services & Employee Resources Director • Mike Maher, Springbrook Nature Center Director • Jeff Jensen, City of Fridley, Operations Manager • Rachel Workin, City of Fridley, Environmental Planner • Luke Cardona, City of Fridley, Marketing and Communications Manager • Alyssa Kruzel, City of Fridley, Community Engagement Specialist • Margo Numedahl, City of Fridley, Recreation Program Supervisor • Barbara Raye, CDI facilitator • Gretchen Nicholls, CDI coordinator 8 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! NBSL!ZPVS!DBMFOEBST!GPS!UIFTF!DPNNVOJUZ!XPSLTIPQT"! 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Information about the community workshops was distributed through: • Postcard mailings • Fliers, posters, and email notices • City Web site and on-line survey process • Facebook and other social media outlets Child care and translation services were available upon request to limit obstacles for participation. Food and about upcoming sessions by email. On-Line Survey (Social Pinpoint) The City of Fridley further enhanced the community input process by providing opportunities for people to provide feedback through an on-line survey. Information gathered through the survey was provided during the workshop process. However, the survey will be available for continued feedback after the community workshop process is completed. Input gathered from the on-line survey as of July 8th is provided in Attachment B. 9 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! CDI TECHNICAL TEAM The LISC CDI technical team supported the four community workshops. The CDI team includes: • Barbara Raye, Center for Policy Planning and Performance (facilitator and evaluator) • Katie Thering, interactive exercise – Wksp 2 • Tom Leighton, interactive exercise – Wksp 2 • Dan Marckel, interactive exercise – Wksp 2 • Julia Paulsen-Mullin, interactive exercise – Wksp 2 • Gretchen Nicholls, Twin Cities LISC (CDI Coordinator) The series of CDI community workshops were held at Fridley City Hall. They included: Workshop I: Gathering Information Thursday, June 27, 2019 Presentations were provided by: • Deborah Dahl, City of Fridley – Parks and Trails Overview • Mike Maher, Springbrook Nature Center Director – National Trends Participants were asked to respond to four questions: 2. What additional activities/amenities would improve parks for Fridley residents? 3. What are the barriers or challenges for using the parks? 4. What would improve the trails and natural connections in Fridley? 5. What additional information would be helpful to consider options for improving the parks and trail system? 10 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! Themes: The number of parks available, seasonal uses, importance that the parks serve everyone, access to natural areas, condition of playground equipment, and park shelters. Themes: More stuff for teens, More uses for Moore Park, rental equipment and food sales, programs and events, amenities (recreational and natural), better signage and access to interactive maps, better maintenance of trails for access year-round, and special purpose parks. Themes: Lighting along the trails, parking, lack of information, more input from residents, improvements to Moore Lake, having a community vision. Themes: Better maintenance (plowing, resurfacing), more lighting, dedicated bike lanes, partnerships with Anoka County and other cities. (See Attachments D and E.) Workshop II: Exploring Options Thursday, July 11, 2019 Participants rotated to four stations: 1: Park Amenities 2: Services and Programming 4: Natural Resources Input was listed and mapped out in a summary sheet (See Attachment F). 11 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! Workshop III: Panel Discussion Thursday, July 25, 2019 Panelists include: • Jeff Jensen, City of Fridley • Jaqui Zamora & Jordan Hedlund, Flagship Recreation • Jody Yungers, City of Brooklyn Park • Jonathan Vlaming, Three Rivers Park District Panelists shared information on new concepts in playground equipment design, how Brooklyn Park engaged larger ecosystem of local and regional parks. Focus was then placed on what to do with Community Park. How can Community Park be better utilized, and further complement the new Civic Plaza and City Center? What other uses would further enhance this key city amenity? For a full overview of the Panel Discussion, presentations, and input on Community Park see Attachment G and H. Workshop IV: Framing Recommendations Thursday, August 1, 2019 recommendations (Attachment A). 12 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION city staff, and an Anoka County Commissioner also attended. Over 70% of attendees participated in 2 or more of the four workshops, and over 35% attended three or more sessions. A detailed list of attendees is provided in Attachment I. EVALUATION SUMMARY OF THE CDI PROCESS Feedback forms were provided at the end of each of the four sessions. Not all participants completed an evaluation form and not all those that did return a form answered all of the questions. A total of thirty-four forms were returned. Overall, people were: • Felt that each session was either excellent or good in meeting its goals • Would recommend the process to other cities, and People reported gaining better understanding of the Fridley, other cities, and regional park systems; new information and hope for the future; and great ideas from residents. Participants indicated that the following things worked well throughout the four sessions: • Getting input from all the participants • Table/small group discussions • Open discussion and exchange of information/ideas • Pacing of the meetings – nothing dragged • Facilitators • Speakers • Each session was organized • Variety of topics Recommendations for improvement included: • More attendance + more young people • More time for small group feedback • Less text on PPT • More time to talk to speakers Final comments included: • Keep up this process and engage those that were not here at the table. • Keep working! 13 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! CONCLUSION The Corridor Development Initiative submits the attached “Finding Your FUN in Fridley” recommendations to the Fridley City Council and Parks and Recreation Commmission for your consideration. ATTACHMENTS: A. Finding Your FUN in Fridley CDI recommendations B. On-line survey responses as of July 8, 2019 C. Map of Fridley Parks and Trails D. Workshop I presentations E. Small Group Discussion Notes (Workshop I) F. Exploring Options Exercise Summary Sheets (Workshop II) G. Panel Discussion Meeting Notes (Workshop III) H. Presentations from Workshop III (Fridley Community Park, Flagship Recreation, Three Rivers Park) I. Attendance list for the Finding Your FUN in Fridley CDI workshops 14 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT A. FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY CDI RECOMMENDATIONS 15 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 16 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 17 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 18 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 19 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 20 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 21 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 22 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 23 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 24 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 25 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT B. ON-LINE SURVEY RESPONSES AS OF JULY 8, 2019 26 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 27 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 28 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 29 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT C. MAP OF FRIDLEY PARKS AND TRAILS 30 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT D. WORKSHOP I PRESENTATIONS FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY! PARKS MASTER PLANNING – COMMUNITY WORKSHOP 1 JUNE 27, 2019 HOW WE GOT HERE “We believe in a Fridley that is safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.” (Community’s vision adopted in 2014) 31 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! GREAT THINGS ARE UNDERWAY! • • • • • • • INTERNAL CHANGES In 2018, the Community Services Department was formed to improve services and strengthen many efforts across the organization. This included merging marketing, human resources, parks and recreation and Springbrook Nature Center into one department. This department adopted the mission of “We cultivate connections through inviting programs spaces and interactions.” Introduce Parks Master Plan Leadership Team This team, along with other team members within the city, have lead the first phases of the parks master plan. They will stay with the development of this plan from this workshop through final proposals. 32 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! WHY DO PARKS AND TRAILS MATTER? Most everyone genuinely understands the value parks and trails bring to communities. People love parks and trails! They are an essential part of life for individuals but also an essential part of planning and infrastructure for years to come. VALUE OF PARKS AND TRAILS Ifbmui!Wbmvf People living near parks have greater opportunities to be physically healthy by running, walking, biking and participating in things that makes them happy. We can all agree an active lifestyle improves overall health. There is a true value of “play.” Most importantly for children and teens, but also for adults. Being outside and using spaces for recreations is good sound body and sound mind. 33 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! VALUE OF PARKS AND TRAILS Fowjsponfoubm!Wbmvf There’s a value in preserving and supporting healthy environments by protecting wildlife and natural spaces. Nurtured parks and trails provide healthy ecosystems such as clean air, clean water, controlling damaging pollution, and minimizing carbon footprint, etc. In Fridley, we have been establishing healthy practices, priorities and education programs (organics, recycling, pollinator-friendly gardens, rain gardens, Environmental Fun Fair, etc.) Fridley will continue to set positive examples for others with achievements like Tree City USA status. VALUE OF PARKS AND TRAILS CONT’D Fdpopnjd!Wbmvf The economic value a healthy parks, trails and open spaces system has on a city is endless. Parks and open spaces attracts new residents and visitors to cities. For residents, it can increase property values by as much as 20 percent. It can bring in businesses, increases revenues, and builds wealth by creating jobs. Parks and trails can also reduce costs for public services such as police and protections and public works. 34 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! VALUE OF PARKS AND TRAILS CONT’D Fevdbujpobm!Wbmvf It goes without saying that there is a ton of educational value for children and adults who have regular exposure to the outdoors and recreation programs that builds skills. It can improve analytical thinking, problem solving, creativity, and develop an appreciation for science and math. There’s value in children that grow into adults and have an appreciation for and the preservation of nature, history, culture and civic pride. VALUE OF PARKS AND TRAILS Dpnnvojuz!Wbmvf Having an established, well-maintained parks and trail system creates a sense of pride. They beautify areas and creates a vibrancy throughout the city. Trails and spaces lead us around, get us from place to place and fulfill a sense of wonder. Having places to gather, reflect, enjoy outdoors and recreate builds stronger connections between people and define neighborhoods. It gives residents a sense of pride and ownership in their neighborhoods. They have the power to create long-lasting friendships, families and networks. 35 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! FRIDLEY LOVES OUR PARKS! FRIDLEY LOVES OUR PARKS! •Large park system with 38 parks owned and operated/maintained by the City •681.3 acres of park land (24.69 per 1,000 people), which includes the Anoka County Park system and school properties •Roughly 10% of the City’s overall acreage is dedicated to park land •National Recreation and Parks Association recommends 6.25-10.5 acres per 1,000 •Metropolitan Council recommends 7-14 acres per 1,000 people •Fridley has 2-3 times more park land than some of the recommendations •87% (10 min) walking distance to a park (2017 survey) •15 miles sidewalks, 12.6 miles of trails, 6.8 miles of paths and 10.4 miles of County trails 36 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! HISTORY OF FRIDLEY PARKS Many of our parks areas were formed in the 1950’s. Councilmember Bob Barnette recalls he and a number of friends and teachers helped to build parks and playgrounds throughout the city, including the Moore Lake swimming beach. The Fridley park system was more formally established in the 1970’s following the 1965 tornado outbreaks. To assist in the recovery, the City received federal funding to install playgrounds and amenities. The City has made updates, regular maintenance and replaced equipment, it has still been over fifty years for many areas. We have never had a system-wide Master Parks Plan or identified a comprehensive maintenance and development plan MOORE LAKE Moore Lake is an important park in the City and in in need of improvements. In 2015-16 a study was conducted to develop a plan for Moore Lake. Professional architects and engineers were hired to conduct a study and formalize plans with recommendations presented to the Fridley Parks Commission. The estimated cost was $4.3 million. Still, some planning and environmental work needs to be done for Moore Lake. Funding sources still need to be identified. The costs and priorities of Moore Lake prompted a larger review of the entire parks and trails system. 37 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 38 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 39 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 40 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 41 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 42 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 43 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 44 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT E. SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION NOTES (WORKSHOP 1) 45 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 46 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 47 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 48 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT F. EXPLORING OPTIONS EXERCISE SUMMARY SHEETS (WORKSHOP II) 49 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 50 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 51 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 52 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT G. PANEL DISCUSSION MEETING NOTES (WORKSHOP III) 53 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 54 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 55 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 56 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 57 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT H. PRESENTATIONS FROM WORKSHOP III (FRIDLEY COMMUNITY PARK, FLAGSHIP RECREATION, THREE RIVERS PARK DISTRICT) 58 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 59 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 60 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 61 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 62 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 63 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 64 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 65 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 66 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 67 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 68 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 69 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 70 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 71 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! 72 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT I. ATTENDANCE LIST FOR THE FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY CDI WORKSHOPS Finding Your FUN in Fridley Workshop Attendance W1W2W3W4First nameLast nameOrganizationAddressCityZipcode 111BobBarnetteCity Council541 Rice Creek BlvdFridley 11TimBezdek1351 76th Ave NEFridley55432 1111AnnBolkcomCity Council6821 Hickory St NEFridley 11PeterBormanParks Commissioner157 River Edge WayFridley 1111DebbieDahlCity of Fridley 11MeganDe Hoan7517 4th St NEFridley 111AmyDritz210 Longfellow St NE 111MaryEggert1090 Hathaway LnFridley 1111StephenEggertCity Council1090 Hathaway LnFridley55432 1MelissaFellner6001 Central Ave NEFridley 1RyanGerhard881 W Moore Lk DrFridley 1111LisaGleason276 Rice Creek Blvd NEFridley 1111JohnGleason276 Rice Creek Blvd NEFridley 11ElizabethGraham1521 Trapp Ct 11DianeGrahamresident17 NE 67 Way 111DonGrant1620 Rice Creek RdFridley 1DanHampton 1111DanaHarrington 1JordanHedlundFlagship Recreatio 11MikeHeintzPark & Rec Commission5704 Jefferson StFridley 1111ScottHickokCity of Fridley 1BillHolm7424 Melody DriveFridley55432 1ShawnHoward1646 Gardena Ave NEFridley55432 11TadJude286 Rice CreekFridley 111AlanKnechtel 111JimKoslucherCity of Fridley 11AlyssaKruzelCity of Fridley 111MikeMaherSpringbrook Nature Center 111RonMattson6170 Heather Pl NEFridley 1111MandyMeisnerAnoka County Commissioner 111HollyMinion6566 McKinley St NEFridley 11NickOlberdingFridley EQEC7109 Ashton Ave NEFridley 111GaryOsterbauerhairdresser1417 W Danue RdFridley 1111BrucePomerentz5687 W Bavarian PassFridley 11AnnPostera5801 W Moore Lake DrFridley 11JenniferPrasek 1RonPrasek 1BriceRichterCity of Fridley 1TerrySchutt1643 Gardena AveFridley 1RachelSchwanke 11NatividadSeefeldPark Plaza Coop1260 Onondaga St NEFridley 1KayeSeverson7877 Alden WayFridley55432 11JaneShaw5854 Stinson Blvd NE 11JeffShaw5854 Stinson Blvd NE 11ConnieThompson7574 LakesideFridley55432 11KirkThunberg5851 4th St NEFridley55432 1CathyThunberg70 66th WayFridley 111Tom TillberryCity Council700 Mississippi St. NEFridley 1111CharleneWade1564 75th Ave NEFridley55432 1JeanneWhitehill1080 Gardena Ave NEFridley 1111RachelWorkinCity of Fridley 111Jaqui Zamora5851 4th St NEFridley55432 1JohnVardas6546 Lucia LnFridley 1BeckyDegendorfer1420 W Danube Rd 1Rep. ConnieBernardzMN State Representative 36332831 73 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! ATTACHMENT L. ANNOUNCEMENT/PUBLICITY FLYER FOR THE FINDING YOUR FUN IN FRIDLEY CDI WORKSHOPS Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz" IFMQ!EFGJOF!UIF!GVUVSF!PG!GSJEMFZT!QBSLT!BOE!USBJMT""! Uif!Djuz!pg!Gsjemfz!jowjuft!zpv!up!bo!jnqpsubou! dpowfstbujpo!up!tibqf!uif!gvuvsf!pg!uif!djuzt!qbslt!boe! usbjmt!tztufn/!!Ipx!ep!zpv!vtf!pvs!qbslt!boe!usbjmt@!! Ipx!dbo!uif!qbsl!tztufn!cf!jnqspwfe@!!Xibu!xjmm! nblf!Gsjemfzt!qbslt!boe!usbjmt!gvo!gps!sftjefout!boe! wjtjupst!pg!bmm!bhft!boe!joufsftut@!! Ifmq!vt!qmbo!gps!pvs!gvuvsf!boe!dvssfou!offet!gps! qbslt!boe!usbjmt/!!Xf!offe!zpv!up!kpjo!jo!po!uif!gvo"!! Nbsl!zpvs!dbmfoebst!gps!uiftf!!DPNNVOJUZ!XPSLTIPQT"! !Xf!fodpvsbhf!qbsujdjqbout!up!buufoe!bmm!gpvs!fwfout/! Bmm!fwfout!bsf!gsff!boe!pqfo!up!uif!qvcmjd!boe!xjmm!cf!ifme!bu;! 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GsjemfzNO/hpw0GjoejohZpvsGvo.Vqebuft Up!sfrvftu!dijmedbsf!ps!tjho!mbohvbhf!joufsqsfubujpo!dpoubdu!Hsfudifo!Ojdipmmt!bu!762.376.3391/! Up!sfrvftu!Tqbojti!ps!Tpnbmj!usbotmbujpo!dpoubdu!uif!Djuz!pg!Gsjemfz!bu!874.682.4561/! Tfswjdft!nvtu!cf!sfrvftufe!bu!mfbtu!pof!xffl!jo!bewbodf!pg!fbdi!xpsltipq/ GPS!NPSF!JOGPSNBUJPO-!DPOUBDU; Efccjf!Ebim!bu!)874*!683.4686!ps!efcpsbi/ebimAgsjemfzno/hpw! Hsfudifo!Ojdipmmt!bu!)762*!376.3391!ps!hojdipmmtAmjtd/psh PS!WJTJU!GSJEMFZNO/HPW0GJOEJOHZPVSGVO.VQEBUFT Sponsored by: Djuz!pg!Gsjemfz!'!Gsjemfz!Qbslt!boe!Sfdsfbujpo!Dpnnjttjpo 74 Gjoejoh!Zpvs!GVO!jo!Gsjemfz!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Tvnnbsz!Sfqpsu!'!Gjobm!Sfdpnnfoebujpot! HIGHLIGHTS Parks and Recreation Division- August 2019 Finding Your Fun in Fridley - Parks Master Planning Meetings The last of four public workshops was held on Aug. 8, 2019 where the participants heard a summary of many of the themes and feedback received. Participants were asked to finalize a goal statement and agree on priorities. The final report will be delivered to the Park and Recreation Commission at an upcoming meeting with a presentation to the City Council shortly thereafter. Summer is Just About Over Summer recreation programs are over and it was a great year, again! Here are some of the early numbers of registrations received: 459 Registered for camps at Springbrook 53 Number of children on average each day of Summer ROCKS (7 weeks) 517 Youth Field Trips and Events 192 Youth programs (t-ball, soccer, safety camp, etc.) Attached is the flyer sent out to participants and families with notes from our summer leaders. Timberwolves Court Reconstruction at Madsen Park – Kick-off Event Sept. 19 As you know, on May 28, the City of Fridley was informed that our basketball court at Madsen Park was named the winner of the Twin Cities region “Our Courts. Our Future” competition sponsored by the Minnesota Timberwolves and U.S. Bank. To get to the winner’s circle, the City first submitted a thorough application and was then selected as a nominee to have the chance to win a new basketball court. After that, online voting was open for three weeks – and our community, the smallest of the three within the Twin Cities region, churned out the largest number of votes! Madsen Park received more votes than the parks in St. Paul and Richfield. This is a huge testament to our community, friends, families, and networks! The Timberwolves have released a press release and video announcing each of the four winning parks in Minnesota. In addition to Fridley’s Madsen Park, the other winning basketball courts are in Thief River Falls, Little Falls, and Marshall. You can find the press release and video on the Timberwolves’ Facebook account. A ribbon cutting celebration of the new basketball court will be on Thursday, September 19 from 4:30-5:30 p.m. at Madsen Park and will be hosted by the Timberwolves organization and City of Fridley staff. This event will include a mini basketball clinic for kids, food and drinks, and brief words from Timberwolves, U.S. Bank, and City of Fridley officials. The public is strongly encouraged to attend! The actual court reconstruction will occur early September and a team will be working with Jeff Jensen to complete the work. Our Marketing Manager Luke Cardona is sending out updated information. Your participation at the event will be welcomed and a great time to connect with the kids, park users and the Timberwolves representatives. New Resident Welcome Mixer Community Engagement Specialist Alyssa Kruzel, Environmental Planner Rachel Workin, and Crime Prevention Specialist Courtney Miller will be hosting an event to help new residents of the City to learn about upcoming events, city services, general city operations, community organizations and meet master gardeners as well as staff from various department. This free event is open new residents located to the city within the last two years and will be held on Sat. Oct. 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Civic Campus. For more information, go to the City’s website at: www.fridleymn.gov or call Alyssa Kruzel at 763-572-3579. Renewed Website The City’s marketing and communication’s team has been working on a revised website to be rolled out in September. The updated version will have a fresh look, new photos, simpler formats and easier navigation. Nearly 1,000 pages of content needed to be reviewed and will continue to be refreshed as staff learn and work with the new system. Summer Concert series at Springbrook Three free music concerts were featured as a part of the summer concert series at Springbrook Nature Center’s amphitheater, which averaged nearly 100 participants for each concert. The concerts were made possible by sponsors such as the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation and Twin City Gateway. Mobile Event Truck Coming Soon! The Parks and Recreation Division will be acquiring a rescue squad from the Fire Division to use for programs, Rec on the Go activities, city functions and promotional events. Once re-painted and tuned up, it will be suited to transport staff and equipment and will provide flexibility for staff to deliver equipment and supplies for programs and events, as well as serve as a center backdrop or stage for announcements, registrations and giveaways. Staff are looking forward to using it in a variety of events around the city. Ready Plans/Bids Park and Rec Commission 2 selection) Open House (Plan presentation, design City Council Final Concept Plan Park and Rec Commission scope and community character Community Meeting (input on draft concept plans, function selection) City Council (includes draft concept plans) Parks Master Plan Park and Rec Commission A modified plan community engagement plan will be used for significant work in neighborhood parks depending on project Additional opportunities to present the final concept plan will be utilized where possible, such as the new resident open house, “City Hall on the go”, senior kickoff, Program Re SNC 46 47 46 17 7 33 48 26 48 48 47 46 459 egistration N Trips 28 30 19 34 18 68 34 19 60 64 74 8 61 517 Numbers - Su Youth Programs 5 10 13 7 10 10 6 36 27 4 3 4 15 4 20 7 3 8 192 ummer 2019 9 2019 Thank you for your participation! Summer is coming to an end all too soon and so is the ROCKS program. We had an awesome summer with summer with you and hope that you enjoyed it! Summer ROCKS 2019 - my 21st year Thank you for allowing me to spend at ROCKS! It must be the awesome my summer with your children. My ROCKS the opportunity to spend summer was loaded with fun and the summer with your kids and laughter. I hope it was as fun for watching them grow and learn as coming back! summer!- Saralynn - Jayden Thank you for the opportunity to Thank you all for an amazing watch your children learn and grow Thank you for a great summer, I had summer! I had so much fun learning this summer. I will miss you all and a lot of fun and I hope you all had a with you all and getting to know I am looking forward to seeing you lot of fun as well! - Andrew- Bella - Cindy Thank you for the awesome Thank you for an awesome summer. Thank you for bringing your kid I had a great time playing basketball to ROCKS this summer! It was so We had so many fun times and good memories that it makes me want year! to come back for another year! The - Noorthis summer. I hope they made great bonds I made with all the children memories this summer and come were amazing and they made my Thank you all for letting me get to - Amara also taught me many lessons that I had so much fun playing games and doing art projects with you all! Thank you all for sharing your them! I am so grateful you sent your Thanks for taking the time to talk to great children with us this summer. kid(s) to the program and I hope to me and make me smile! I had such I enjoyed getting to know all a fun summer with you guys. of them and seeing them grow - Lillian fun personalities brought a new Thank you for such an amazing This summer has been so much fun working with all the kids and hope without your kids! All of their summer! - Emma and on my toes! Thank you all! Thank you for a fun, crazy summer! It - Sawyerwas so much fun to learn and grow to make me laugh, make me smile, with you all! It’s been a blast working with the -Marie kids this summer! There were a lot of a big impact in one’s life. For the new faces, as well as returning ones. Thank you all so much for allowing Each child brought their own unique me to work with your children and characteristics and personalities, letting me build such great bonds with them! This whole summer was you for sending your kid(s) to our a blast and I had so much fun with recreation programs! - Victor - Natalie- Brittney | 763-572-3570 Springbrook Nature Center 2019 Summer Concert Series Report Summer 2019 marked the second year of the Summer Concert Series at Springbrook Nature Center. These summer concerts are made possible with funding from the Springbrook Nature Center Foundation. Springbrook hosted three concerts at the amphitheater that each brought in Springbrook Nature Center regulars, as well as fans of the bands who had never been to Springbrook before! Each performance took place in the evenings starting at 7 p.m. The Summer Concert Series achieves the and stable home for families and businesses. The concerts specifically create a vibrant and friendly community that offers fun, accessible, free events for our city residents and visitors from neighboring communities. The concert series also aims to achieve the vision of the Community Services and Employee Resources Department by cultivating connections in the community through inviting programming, spaces, and interactions. Springbrook Nature Center is one of the only nature centers in Anoka County and draws visitors from the surrounding communities in Anoka County, including Ramsey and Hennepin Counties as well as the greater Twin-Cities metro. Good Morning Bedlam, June 25 Good Morning Bedlam is an innovative force in the folk scene known for their contagious energy with members careening about the stage, jumping and dancing with a wild playfulness. Every song is a unique twist on what is generally dubbed as folk music. The Roe Family Singers, July 16 The Roe Family Singers are a Good-Time, Old-Time Hillbilly band featuring banjo, autoharp, guitar and Appalachian clogging. They mix in original music and contemporary takes on old-time, traditional, and gospel tunes into one roiling and rollicking river of fresh yet familiar American music. Every performance raises a ruckus. in the Star Tribune in the weeks following the performance. Sweet Rhubarb, August 20 Sweet Rhubarb, based in St. Paul, is not inclined to settle into a particular genrethey toss in elements of folk, pop, bluegrass, country and little element in their performances, which include a mix of well-crafted original songs and covers from all over the mapany good song is fair game. Marketing and Promotion Springbrook Nature Center was awarded Sun Focus, $782 from Twin Cities Gateway to help Blaine/SLP Print with marketing and promotion of the Ad 5,000+ Springbrook Summer Concert Series. The Subscribers grant funds were used for a one-time advertisement in the Sun Focus and Blaine/Spring Lake Park Life local Sun Focus, Sweet Rhubarb newspapers publications as well as a Blaine/SLP Facebook Ad Digital Ad one-week digital advertisement on both 4,490 Concert Attendance 3,305 websites. Funds also helped Impressions Impressions Good Morning purchase three four-week advertisements Bedlam: 104 on Facebook, one for each summer The Roe Family Singers: 105 concert. Sweet Rhubarb: 76 Additional promotion of the concerts includes information on the nature center website, information on the Civic Campus The Roe Family Good Morning Singers Bedlam lobby signs, full page flyer in the Park & Facebook AdFacebook Ad Rec Brochure of which is mailed to each 5,390 2,406 ImpressionsImpressions home in Fridley, flyers on display at community organizations and businesses, community calendars. Thank you to the attendees, performers, Twin Cities Gateway and the huge success! 2