11-01-2021
PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION
November 01, 2021
7:00 PM
Fridley Civic Campus -7071 University Avenue
N.E.
AGENDA
Call to Order
Roll Call
Approval of Agenda
Approval of Meeting Minutes
1.October 4, 2021 Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes
New Business
2.Introduction to Recreation Coordinator, Alyssa Trumbower Commission Q and A
3.Park System Improvement Plan Task Force Progress Update and Discussion
Old Business
Staff Reports
4.Springbrook Nature Center Report
5.Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report
6.Park Maintenance and Construction Report
Adjournment
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 1, 2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Mike Maher, Community Services Director
Title
October 4, 2021Parks and Recreation Commission Minutes
Background
Attached are the meeting minutes of the October 4, 2021 Parks and Recreation Commission.
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
Staff recommend the approval of the October 4, 2021Parks and Recreation Commission minutes.
Attachments and Other Resources
October 4, 2021 Parks and Recreation Minutes.
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Fridley Municipal Center
7071 University Ave NE, Fridley MN 55432
MINUTES
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1. CALL TO ORDER
Chair Heinz called the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
Members Present: Mike Heintz, Eric Evanson, EB Graham, Peter Borman, and Shanna
Larson
Members Absent: Ryan Gerhard and Ken Schultz
Others Present: Mike Maher, Community Services Director; Springbrook Nature
Center Manager Tara Rogness; Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager for Streets, Parks
and Facilities.
2. APPROVE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA FOR OCTOBER 4,
2021
MOTION by Commissioner Larson to APPROVE the October 4, 2021 meeting agenda
with the addition of an item to New Business for the Proposed 2022 Meeting Dates.
SECONDED by Commissioner Graham. The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
3. APPROVE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES FOR SEPTEMBER 7,
2021
MOTION by Commissioner Larson to APPROVE the September 7, 2021 meeting
minutes. SECONDED by Commissioner Graham. The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
4. NEW BUSINESS/ACTION ITEMS:
a.!Introduction to Springbrook Nature Center Manager, Tara Rogness
Community Services Director Mike Maher stated that Tara Rogness has taken on
a new roll at Springbrook Nature Center this past year.
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Springbrook Nature Center Manager Tara Rogness introduced herself to the
Commission. She stated that she has been at Springbrook since 2001 and
provided background information on herself and her career experience.
Chair Heintz stated that Ms. Rogness was such a force in the vision for Springbrook
and provided a lot of great input.
b.!Pumpkin Night in the Park History, 2021 Event Update, and Discussion
Springbrook Nature Center Manager Tara Rogness reviewed a history of the
Pumpkin Night in the Park event and how it has evolved over the years. She stated
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that the event will be held on Saturday, October 23 from 5 to 9 p.m. with a limited
number of tickets available. She highlighted some of the activities that are
included in the event for a cost of $10 per ticket. She stated that volunteers are
still needed for different activities for the event and interested individuals can sign
up online.
Commissioner Evanson asked who is carving the pumpkins.
Ms. Rogness stated that there are a variety of public events available where
members of the public assist in carving pumpkins.
Commissioner Larson asked if people could take pumpkins home at the end of the
night.
Ms. Rogness stated that they tell people that if they have carved a pumpkin, they
can stay until the end of the night to take their pumpkin. She stated that otherwise
the pumpkins are not moved until the day after the event when they are piled for
deer.
Commissioner Borman recognized that the tickets will be limited because of
COVID and asked if there is an idea of how ticket sales are going.
Ms. Rogness replied that about 1,200 tickets have been sold. She estimated that
about 2,500 tickets would be sold in total. She provided details on previous
attendance numbers, noting that it varies depending on the weather. She stated
that parking is not allowed at Springbrook that evening but parking is available
across the street on the west side of Evergreen as well as a shuttle to and from the
High School to allow parking at that site.
c.!Park System Improvement Plan Task Force Progress Update and Discussion
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Community Development Director Mike Maher stated that minutes from recent
park system improvement task force meetings have been included in the agenda
packet. He provided background information noting that several years ago the
City began on the path to reimagine its park system. He stated that the City
worked with a consultant to develop concept plans to update each of the
community parks. Those concept plans were placed online over the spring in order
to receive feedback from residents. He stated that the consultant is now refining
the park plans to reflect the comments received. He stated that this summer, the
City Council provided additional direction to staff to refine the park improvement
plan to something that could be accomplished in ten years or less and to reduce
the cost of the improvements from $50,000,000 to $30,000,000. He stated that in
order to accomplish that, two resident task force groups were formed; noting that
one is focused on refinement while the other is focused on finance. He reviewed
some of the things being considered by each task force in order to make
recommendations to the Council.
Commissioner Larson commented that based on the minutes it appears that there
is good participation, and this is a fruitful process.
Mr. Maher confirmed that it is a productive process and noted that members of
Commissions are also participating.
Commissioner Borman provided an update and noted that he believes the next
few minutes will be more focused as the first few meetings were meant to
introduce everyone and bring them up to speed.
d.!Proposed 2022 Meeting Dates
Community Development Director Mike Maher reviewed the proposed 2022
meeting schedule. He stated that typically the Commission meets on the first
Monday evening of each month, with a few variations because of conflicts. He
highlighted some of those variations as proposed.
A MOTION was made by Commissioner Evanson to accept the 2022 meeting
schedule. Seconded by Commissioner Graham.
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Further discussion: Chair Heintz noted that Tuesday, September 6 is the first day
of school and therefore it could be tough for those with students. He suggested
moving the meeting to the following Monday.
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Mr. Maher commented that he would be hesitant to confirm that change at this
moment without having the schedule of Council meetings and other events with
him. He noted that he could review that schedule and a change could be made in
the future if necessary.
Chair Heintz confirmed that this schedule could be voted on and a change could
be made at a later time if needed.
The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
5. OLD BUSINESS:
None.
6. STAFF REPORTS:
a.!Park Maintenance and Construction Report
Operations Manager for Streets, Parks and Facilities Jeff Jenson provided an
update on the park maintenance and construction projects. He commented that
they focused on maintenance during the summer because they were short staffed
and began on construction projects this fall.
Commissioner Borman stated that the progress at Craig Park looks good. He
commented that there have been issues with drainage in the past and asked if the
improvements are solving that problem.
Mr. Jenson confirmed that the City was able to obtain a grant from the watershed
district in order to solve the stormwater issues. He noted that because the ground
was already being torn apart for that project, the City was able to make some other
park improvements at the same time. He provided additional details on the
stormwater improvements that were completed. He commented that they
completed a success outreach effort prior to the project and hoped that could be
used as a model that could be replicated on future park improvement projects.
Commissioner Evanson asked for information on the staffing challenges.
Mr. Jenson stated that the seasonal employees have returned to college. He
anticipated that they would continue to see the same issue in the spring. He
explained that in the past they would have 60 applicants but the past year or two
they have run about six to eight seasonal employees less than desired. He noted
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that they have made adjustments to age requirements and pay in attempt to
attract more applicants.
Chair Heintz asked if the City works to retain those seasonal employees for the
next year.
Mr. Jenson confirmed that they have a good rate of retainage. He noted that
typically once the seasonal employee is hired, they return each summer until they
graduate from college and move on to another job.
Commissioner Larson asked for an update on the park behind the Civic Center.
Mr. Jenson replied that the park is great and getting a lot of use. He noted that
the grass does not look great because it was not able to establish during the
drought. He stated that they hope to start fresh and reseed in the spring.
b.!Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report
Community Development Director Mike Maher provided an overview of the park
and recreation division including recreation programing and events, noting that
the full report was included in the packet.
c.!Springbrook Nature Center Report
Springbrook Nature Center Manager Tara Rogness provided an overview of her
report, noting that classroom activity has returned. She highlighted classroom
programing and other activities. She provided details on their partnership with
the different schools.
ADJOURNMENT:
Commissioner Larson made the MOTION to adjourn the meeting at 7:53 p.m., SECONDED
by Commissioner Evanson. The MOTION PASSED unanimously.
Respectfully submitted,
Amanda Staple
Recording Secretary
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 1, 2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Mike Maher, Community Services Director
Title
Introduction to Recreation Coordinator, Alyssa TrumbowerCommission Q and A
Background
Alyssa Trumbowerwas hired as Recreation Coordinatorin Septemberof 2021. Ms. Trumbowerwill be
introduced to the Commission and be present to answer questions.
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
None.
Attachments and Other Resources
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 1, 2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Mike Maher, Director of Community Services
Title
Park System Improvement Plan Task Force Progress Update and Discussion
Background
Discussion and update of the following Park System Improvement Plan Meetings:
1.Public Finance Advisory Committee
a.Meeting dates: September 14, 2021, September 28, 2021 and October 12, 2021
2.Refinement Advisory Committee
a.Meeting dates: October 14, 2021
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
None.
Attachments and Other Resources
Public Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes September 14, 2021
Public Finance Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes September 28, 2021
Refinement Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes October 14, 2021
Neighborhood Park Concept Plan Preferred
Community Park Concept Plans: Commons Park, Moore Lake Park, and Community Park
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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PARK SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PLAN
PUBLIC FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
September 14, 2021
6:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:05 p.m. by Staff Liaison Daniel Tienter.
Members Present: Scott Brinkhaus, Ron Ackerman, Rachel Schwankl, Alesia Thompson, Walter
Smith (arrived at 6:15 p.m.)
Members Absent: Lee Pao Xiong, Steve Schmit, Warren Stock
Others Present: Daniel Tienter, Staff Liaison; Dave Ostwald, Councilmember-at-Large; Jerry
Ratcliff, Resident
Mr. Tienter asked the Committee Members if they would like to proceed with the meeting despite
only four of the eight members in attendance. The Committee Members agreed to proceed as
planned. Shortly thereafter, Committee Member Smith joined the meeting.
OLD BUSINESS
1.!Information Requested by the Public Finance Advisory Committee
Mr. Tienter reviewed the information provided to the Committee in their agenda packet at their
request and asked if they had any questions about the materials. He noted that one Committee
Member asked five questions at the previous meeting and staff compiled the answers in writing for
the benefit of the Committee.
Committee Member Thompson asked Mr. Tienter to review Question No. 4 of the handout in greater
detail. Mr. Tienter reviewed the same and described some of the technical terms, including material
draws on reserves and credit rating, to the Committee. The Committee did not ask any other
questions.
Mr. Ratcliff, 7350 Memory Lane, asked to speak to the Committee about some of his concerns with
the park system. He mentioned that he was partially blind and asked the City to install signage about
a blind person in his neighborhood and the City refused his request. Mr. Ratcliff also said that he
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asked the City to change the speed limit on his street and that his neighborhood lacked sidewalks.
He wanted to know when the City would do something about the situation.
Mr. Tienter explained that the Committee was only asked to examine the potential financing strategies
for the pending Park System Improvement Plan and not necessarily considering the issues raised by
Mr. Ratcliff. Mr. Ratcliff apologized if he was in the wrong place but wanted the City to be aware of
his concerns. Mr. Tienter told Mr. Ratcliff he would pass his comments along to the Director of Public
Works/City Engineer and someone for the City would reach out to him.
The Committee Members thanked Mr. Ratcliff for attending the meeting and stated they had no other
questions about the materials provided by the City.
NEW BUSINESS
2.!Proposed 20212032 Financial Plan Alternatives and Preliminary Bond Issue Analysis
Mr. Tienter reviewed the information provided to the Committee in their agenda packet. He explained
that staff prepared five potential financing alternatives for the Park System Improvement Plan, along
with a preliminary bond issue analysis and a map of the potential property tax abatements. Mr. Tienter
also mentioned that staff, at the request of the Committee, did not prepare a formal presentation and
invited the Committee Members to comment on the proposed alternatives.
Committee Member Schwankl asked Mr. Tienter to walk the Committee through each financing
alternative in order and to do so on the screen for the benefit of the Committee. Mr. Tienter agreed,
and the group reviewed each scenario in turn.
Committee Member Schwankl asked Mr. Tienter if the Committee could consider different bond
terms. Mr. Tienter stated that the Committee could consider different bond structures as part of their
deliberations. Committee Member Schwankl requested a 15-year bond term. Mr. Tienter responded
that he would ask the municipal advisor for the City to prepare a preliminary bond run as requested.
Committee Member Thompson told the Committee that she had five different recommendations for
their consideration. She provided each recommendation in turn and Mr. Tienter asked a series of
clarifying questions. He told the Committee that staff would compile the recommendation in writing
for the benefit of the group.
Committee Member Ackerman asked Mr. Tienter to clarify the potential property tax increases
associated with each financing alternative. He stated that, depending upon the scenario, property
taxes would increase about 10% to 15% for a median-valued residential homestead. Committee
Member Ackerman commented on the relatively large tax increase and that it would be quite an
impact on property taxpayers. Mr. Tienter mentioned that even with such an increase the City would
be about average in terms of property tax rate compared to peer communities.
Committee Member Brinkhaus asked Mr. Tienter if the City ever considered franchise fees or a sales
tax to fund the Park System Improvement Plan. Mr. Tienter responded that staff did not consider
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either financing method. He said that the City Council were not generally supportive of franchise fees
and their use was a contentious issue several years ago. Committee Member Brinkhaus asked about
the issues surrounding them.
Mr. Tienter invited Councilmember Ostwald to discuss the issue. Councilmember Ostwald explained
that the Charter Commission amended the City Charter to prevent the City Council from creating a
franchise fee without a ballot question as they considered it a direct tax on residents, since franchise
fees are generally passed along to the property owners. He also opined that the City Council would
likely not support franchise fees but encouraged the Committee to make their own recommendation.
Committee Member Brinkhaus stated that the Committee should consider franchise fees and asked
Mr. Tienter to prepare a potential franchise for review by the Committee. Mr. Tienter agreed to discuss
the issue with the City Manager and prepare the information as requested.
In response to the question of a sales taxes, Mr. Tienter explained the process for instituting a sales
tax to the Committee. He stated that most of the projects included in the Park System Improvement
Plan would likely not meet the statutory criteria for a sales tax. The Committee requested more
information on a sales tax. Mr. Tienter agreed to provide more information at a future meeting.
Mr. Tienter asked if the Committee had any other questions. The Committee indicated they did not
and thanked Mr. Tienter for the information.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
Mr. Tienter stated that he had no administrative matters and asked if the Committee had any
comments. Committee Member Thompson told the group that she would not be able to attend the
next meeting. Since she could not attend the next meeting, she informed the Committee that she
would be opposed to the use of franchise fees.
OPEN FORUM
None.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Daniel Tienter, Staff Liaison
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PARK SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PLAN
PUBLIC FINANCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE
September 28, 2021
6:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at approximately 6:00 p.m. by Staff Liaison Daniel Tienter.
Members Present: Ron Ackerman, Rachel Schwankl, Walter Smith, Lee Pao Xiong, and
Steve Schmit
Members Absent: Alesia Thompson, Scott Brinkhaus, and Warren Stock
Others Present: Daniel Tienter, Staff Liaison
OLD BUSINESS
1.!Information Requested by the Public Finance Advisory Committee
Mr. Tienter reviewed the information provided to the Committee in their packets. He briefly
reviewed the items requested from Committee members previously at the September 14,
2021 meeting. Specifically, they reviewed a revised, preliminary bond run with several options
providing different term lengths and its corresponding data.
NEW BUSINESS
1.!Proposed 2021-2032 Financial Plan Alternatives and Potential Franchise Fee Analysis
The Committee reviewed the funding option plans provided by Mr. Tienter. There was
discussion regarding the ways the City could raise funding. Mr. Tienter stated a Community
Engagement Coordinator was hired a couple of years ago, noting some of the fundraising
and community engagement programs may just be getting off the ground but there are some
options they can explore.
Regarding the amenities the Committee wants to put funds into, Mr. Smith stated it should
be taken into consideration how the shelters in the parks are only used a few months out of
the year and because they are outside and they endure the weather, it might not be the best
idea to put a ton of money into the budget for those items.
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Ms. Schwankl stated she proposes they move forward with the $18 million with a 15-year
term plan. She also stated the community said they wanted environmentally sustainable parks
and equipment and noted in 15 years they can always bring the park system back to the
drawing board.
Mr. Xiong stated his background is in the non-profit sector and other cities have organizations
like Friends of Brooklyn Center that help do fundraising for projects the City wants and needs;
bridge any gaps for projects the City wants to do but funds are not in the plan. The Committee
expressed that they like that idea as well.
Mr. Smith stated when considering the amount people will need to pay in taxes, they need to
look at people on a fixed income because they may not have a few extra dollars to contribute
towards these fees, but there may be people who would want to cover that extra portion for
them. He stated he thinks they need to reach back out to the community maybe do a survey
to find out how this might affect people.
Mr. Tienter stated they do have some programs within the City that could help, and they have
programs such as where people can round up on their utility bills and that extra amount could
ssue that they should be
able to ask the community to be involved and they might be happy to help.
Mr. Tienter stated he thinks there is a consensus for $18 million bond and asked if anyone
disagrees. Ms. Schwankl stated that is correct. She noted they want to keep the impact as
small as possible for residents while achieving what needs to be done immediately and $18
million would accomplish that. The rest of the Committee echoed her sentiments.
Mr. Tienter mentioned that staff would be more supportive of a $20 million bond issue, which
would give the City more flexibility when it comes to project implementation. He stated that
one of the financial plans allows the City to deliver the Plan in seven rather than 10 years, but
it would require a $20 million bond issue to avoid financial pressure on the City.
Mr. Schmit asked what impact these will have on business taxes. Mr. Tienter stated essentially,
they will be double the resident amounts. Mr. Schmit stated Fridley is very business friendly
and he would have no problem investing back into the City after they have given him and
others businesses the opportunities they have.
There was a consensus to have Mr. Tienter draft a report to include the non-profit
organization, a donation program, agreement to spend $30M, hire a Project Manager, and a
soft consensus to move forward with a $18 or $20 million bond issue with a 15-Year Term.
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Mr. Tienter stated the next meeting will be in two weeks on October 12, 2021 and thanked
everyone for their time this evening.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
None.
OPEN FORUM
None.
Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 7:19 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Michaela Daniels-Kujawa, Recording Secretary
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PARK SYSTEM IMPROVEMENT PLAN
REFINEMENT ADVISORY COMMITEE
October 14, 2021
7:00 PM
Fridley City Hall, 7071 University Avenue N.E.
MINUTES
Present: Kim Ferraro, Mike Heintz, Dan Gourde, Trace Wuchter, Maija Sedzielarz, Ken Schultz, Don Whalen,
E.B. Graham, Malcolm Mitchell, Jordan Hurst, Liz Novotny
Absent: Jim Stangler, Jeremy Powers, Peter Borman
Others Present: Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager for Streets, Parks and Facilities, Candace Amberg, WSB
Landscape Architect, Mike Maher, Community Services Director, Melissa Moore, City Clerk
Mike Maher, Community Services Director, called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
REVIEW OF MINUTES
1.Meeting Minutes of September 9, 2021 Refinement Advisory Committee Meeting
There were no revisions to the minutes.
ITEMS FOR DISCUSSION
2.Neighborhood Park Concept Plan Review and Discussion
Ms. Amberg reviewed the feedback and process the committee engaged in at the September 9 meeting.
certain park plan proposals. There was no
Itemized cost listswill be providedafter
priorities are established.At this time the Committee is working to refineconcept plans for the City-a
vision of where the City will go. At a later date the City would check back in with residents through
targeted outreach events on particular park plans.
Mr. Maher reminded the Committee they have been askedto come up with a plan that can be
implemented over a 10-yearperiod. As the years go on and the City isready to work on certain parks,
the City will check in with surrounding neighborhoods by doing targeted outreach. At that time specific
plans for parks will occur, such as what kind of play equipment would be put in a park or changing a
tennis court to a pickleball court.
Ms. Amberg led the group through altered proposed plans for each park. The changes included are:
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!Altura Park: improved ADA accessibility, concrete surround of the playground;
!Briardale Park: picnic shelter is large enough for 4-6 tables, and could add a permanent bathroom
at a later date, moved the pollinator garden;
!Creek View Park: expanded parking was removed;
!Creekridge Park: ballfield area was kept, modified the plan to expand the playground, removed
parking space, bring existing trail out to Mississippi Street;
!Ed Wilmes Park: pollinator garden changed to an ornamental garden; readjusted border of the
playground to accommodate half-court basketball space;
!Edgewater Gardens Park: two open lawns at ends of the park, expanded playground, picnic shelter
with permanent restroom, added tennis court and moved community garden, fewer parallel
parking spaces;
!Locke Lake Park: the committee recommended the removal of the kayak/canoe storage;
!Farr Lake Park: the committee recommended the removal of the dock due to continuous low water
levels and playground was removed;
!Flannery Park: smaller parking lot, new playground to connect with existing shelter, added teen
challenge area, moved the basketball court;
!Glencoe Park: improved full-size basketball court; added teen challenge area;
!Hackman Circle: put basketball court back into the plan, moved playground, removed trail loop
and small picnic shelter;
!Harris Lake Park: downsize parking lot, added bike rack and kiosk;
!Innsbruck Nature Center: no changes;
!Jay Park: stretch out half-court basketball court;
!Jubilee Park: basketball court will have shortened-height hoop;
!Little League: added playground;
!Logan Park: ballfield improvements; expanded playground, reconstructed tennis court, optional
trail loop with fitness challenge zones;
!Madsen Park: trail crossing changed, moved parking lot;
!Meadowlands Park: reduced parking, more wayfinding;
!Oak Hill Park: no changes;
!Plaza Park: removed parking stalls;
!Plymouth Square Park: no changes;
!River Edge Way Park: no changes;
!Riverview Heights: modifying one loop trail, widen configuration of parking lot, group picnic
shelter with permanent restrooms, possible fishing area;
!Ruth Circle Park: no changes;
!Skyline Park: reconfigured layout;
!Springbrook Park: added improved existing playground and a small shelter;
!Summit Square Park: low maintenance lawn instead of pollinator garden;
!Sylvan Hills Park: remove tennis court and put in full size basketball court;
!Terrace Park: no changes; and
!West Moore Lake Park; no changes.
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3. Community Park Concept Plan Review and Discussion
Ms. Amberg described the two concept plans for Community Park. Concept 1 includes three ball fields
that were kept, but reoriented, championship field would be multi-purpose, parking lot was removed to
accommodate multi-use attractions, improved concessions plaza. Concept 2 changes include expanded
playground, multi-purpose athletic field, expanded parking lot.
Ms. Amberg described the two concept plans for Commons Park. Concept 1 expands parking, keeps
primary shelter and splashpad, keeps baseball field, removes the softball field, moves the ice rink to the
east, removes tennis courts. Concept 2 moves the softball field, ice rink stays where it is, expanded parking
and volleyball court, removing tennis court. Concept 3 keeps the baseball field, removes the softball field,
moves the ice rink, removes the tennis courts and changes to the volleyball court.
Ms. Amberg described the two concept plans for Moore Lake Park. Concept 1 removes the dog park and
boardwalk, and adds a multi-use court space. Concept 2 moves the paddle sport rental space, enlarges
beach space, and adds natural playground on the north end. Mr. Mitchell asked about consideration of a
Splash Pad at Moore Lake park and Ms. Amberg indicated that the option was evaluated by WSB and City
staff and that maintenance concerns from beach sand clogging pipes and filters led the planners to
exclude a splash pad at Moore Lake and keep that feature at the centrally-located Commons Park.
4. Review Next Steps and Future Meeting Dates
Mr. Maher reminded the Committee of the next meeting dates of November 10 and December 9, 2021.
ADJOURN 9:05 p.m.
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SHELTER
FUTURE
PARKING
RESTORED
EXPANSION
EX.
NATURAL AREA
(20 STALLS)
VOLLEYBALL
LAWN
COURT
GAGA
GAMES
NEW
PIT
AREA
RESTROOM
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ÐRETROÑ SHELTERS
SOCCER
WALL
MULTIUSE
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COURTS
FIELD
NEW
SHELTER
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OPEN
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PLAY
LAWN
NEW
NEW
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N
E
W
C
O
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C
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S
I
O
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S
T
R
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S
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FIRE PIT
OBSERVATION
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EX. IMPROVEDEX. HOCKEY
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NEW
BASEBALL
FIELD
(75-FT BASES)
EX.
ICE RINK
COVERED
CISTERN
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PLAY LAWN
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SPACE
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WATER
SHELTERSHELTER
TOWER
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RESTROOMS
IMPROVED
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(±82 STALLS)
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RESTORED
NATURAL AREA
IMPROVED PARKING
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EX.
UTILITY
BLDG.
NEW
SHELTER
LAWN
SOCCER
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GAMES
WALL
VOLLEYBALL
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COURT
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SHELTER
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PIT
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SHELTER
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LAWN
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LAWN
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TOWER
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RESTROOMS
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PARKING
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RESTORED
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IMPROVED PARKING
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EX.
UTILITY
BLDG.
NEW
SHELTER
LAWN
SOCCER
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GAMES
WALL
VOLLEYBALL
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SHELTER
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TOT
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SHELTER
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SPACE
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TOWER
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RESTROOMS
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SHORELINE RIPARIANINTERPRETIVE
RESTORATIONNATURE TRAIL
(3) NEW SMALL
(1) MEDIUM PICNIC
SHELTERS
PAVILION
REFURBISHED
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F
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VOLLEYBALL
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SPACE
PREMIER INCLUSIVE
PLAYGROUND
TOT
LOT
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AREA
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BEACH
SHELTERS
COMMUNITY PLAZA
SCULPTURE/PUBLIC ART
SHORELINE RIPARIAN
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BOARDWALK
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PAVILION
IMPROVED/
FORMAL EDUCATION
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GARDEN
PARKING
PADDLESPORT
LAUNCH & RENTALS
RCWD WATER
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PARK PROPERTY
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AREA W/ INTERPRETIVE
NATURE TRAIL
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RESTORATION
(1) MEDIUM PICNIC
PAVILION
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SHELTERS
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LAWN
DOCK
.
G
GAMES
X
N
I
E
K
R
A
P
PARKING EXPANSION
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(1) MEDIUM PICNIC
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PAVILION
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W/ SEATING AREAS
SPACE
TOT LOT
PREMIER
INCLUSIVE
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COMMUNITY PLAZA
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PAVILION
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CABANA & LOUNGE
AREA
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SHELTERS
PARKING
PADDLESPORT
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QUALITY PROJECT
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 1,2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Tara Rogness, Springbrook Nature Center Manager
Title
Springbrook Nature CenterReport
Background
Attached is the Octoberupdate from Springbrook Nature Center
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
None
Attachments and Other Resources
Springbrook Nature Center October2021 Update
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Springbrook Nature Center
Park & Rec Commission Report
Fall Highlights
!The Springbrook Naturalist Staff has been busy teaching students this fall. We have seen
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160 5 graders from Fridley Middle School, teaching evolution, adaptations, and food
webs. Naturalists have seen each student for 4 hours this fall, both in their classroom
and out at Springbrook.
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! grade units with both Hayes and Stevenson Elementary Schools,
classification. We look forward to teaching them about the water cycle and water
scarification later on this month.
!Our Adams Elementary partnership is going strong. Naturalists have seen a total of 416
students this fall on various topics ranging from Observations in Nature to Stream
Studies. All classes take place on the nature trail outdoors.
!Our Playful Polliwogs programs are going well. We have had the chance to teach 64
preschoolers. In this parent-
in the pond to pumpkins.
!The Nature Center staff is ecstatic to be able to plan and implement Pumpkin Night in
the Park again after a year off. At the time of this report, we have sold more than 2,500
tickets to the event. We are thankful for the support of multiple departments in the City
of Fridley,
event boasts more than 1,200 carved and lit pumpkins, an entertainment stage with Fire
Dancers and a Clowntortionist, Food trucks (Rustic Chef, Grey Duck Concessions, KCM
egg rolls, and Up North KettleKorn), live owls from the Wildlife Science Center, storyteller
Kathleen Johnson, and much more!
Upcoming this Winter
!Once the snow flies, we are ready to start renting out snowshoes to the public.
!Mark your calendars for Wi
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Center on Saturday, January 22 from 11am 2 pm.
!Springbrook will host the Minneapolis North Circle of the National Audubon Christmas
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Bird Count on Saturday, December 18.
Grants
!Springbrook was awarded $4000 by International Paper. We will be installing a brand
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displays, binoculars, interactive bird id, and will focus on the bird feeders outside the
exhibit room.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:October 4,2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Margo Numedahl, Recreation Division Manager
Title
Fridley Parks and Recreation Division Report
Background
Attached are highlights from the Recreation Division from October2021.
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
None
Attachments and Other Resources
Recreation Division Highlights: October2021
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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HIGHLIGHTS
Recreation Division:October2021
FallPrograms
Session one of Fall programs has concluded. Below is a list of
September -Octoberprograms and participation numbers.
Session two programs will begin in November.
PRESCHOOL& ELEMENTARY
Soccer (3 classes)38
Flag Football (2 classes)17
Halloween Fun (1 class)6
ADULT FITNESS& ATHLETICS
Zumba(2 classes)
20
Pickleball Clinic(3 clinics)20
Fall Softball 5 (teams)
Parks and Recreation Brochure
TheNovember/Decemberedition of the brochure will be
mailed to residents the first week in November. We are
currently working on plans for the January/February
brochure.
Pickleball Clinics and Courses
Weare working with Will Davidson,an additional Pickleball
instructor, to offer more programs! We held two beginner
clinics duringthe month of October and will begin a Skills and
Drills course in November. The upcoming course will take place
weekly in the Hayes gym andfocuses onhelpingplayers
develop theirskillsthrough fun drills. We continue to work
with the City of Spring Lake Park Parks and Recreation
Department on these offerings.
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Fall Softball
The Fall Adult Softball season ended with an exciting
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double elimination tournament on September 23.
Congratulations to BrokeBat
Mountain! We would like to thank all teams and
umpires for a great season.
DiRECtions E-Newsletter
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The third edition of the Recreation E-Newsletter was sent out on Tuesday, October 26.
Photography Contest
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through November 10 on our website.
MRPA Annual Conference
The Minnesota Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference was held October 13
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15 at the Earle Brown Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center. Staff were excited to
connect with professionals from across the state and attended a wide variety of
educational sessions. The team returned inspired to expand and improve our offerings.
Welcome Alyssa, Recreation Program Coordinator
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Alyssa Trumbower joined our team as Program Coordinator on September 27. Alyssa
graduated with a degree in Kinesiology and Health from Iowa State University. She has
found success listening to the needs of the community to create and implement
effective practices and programs through her work as a
Coordinator at the City of Minnetonka and the City of
Robbinsdale. Alyssa began her work in the Parks and
Recreation field as a lifeguard and swim instructor for
Plymouth Parks and Recreation and over the years has
worked in Parks and Recreation Departments in Maple
Grove, Ames, and Three Rivers. In addition, she worked
as the Head Building Coordinator and Lifeguard during
her time at Iowa State University. Alyssa is a great
addition to our team; she is positive, friendly, organized
and innovative. We are excited to begin planning
programs for 2022!
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:November 1,2021 Meeting Type:Parks and RecreationCommission
Submitted By:Jeff Jensen, Operations Manager Streets, Parks, and Facilities
Title
Park Maintenance and Construction Report
Background
Attached is the Park Maintenance and Construction report for October 2021.
Financial Impact
None.
Recommendation
None.
Attachments and Other Resources
Park Maintenance Report October 2021
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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MEMORANDUM
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