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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNovember 12NE PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING TUESDA Y, NOVEMBER 12, 2002 FIRE STATION NO. 1 16776 FISH POINT ROAD 6:00 pm 1. Cai! tn_ Order 2. !n_trodu_ctions , Approval of Meetin0 _M__in_,_te-~ a. October 14, 2002 4. Orientation_ Review a. Parks Advisory Committee Bylaws b. Schedule Election of Officers - Chair and Vice Chair c. Parks and Trails System Plan (Chapter 5 of the Comprehensive Plan) d. Park Dedication Fee Study e. 2003-2007 Capital Improvements Program f. 2002 Annual Fee Schedule g. Recreation Programs h. 2020 Vision and Strategic Plan 5. Other ~j$ine$~ 6. Future Meeti_n_o _l)at~ a. December 9, 2002 7. Adjo,_~_ r_n__men_t 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER MEMORANDUM DATE: TO: FROM: RE: November 7, 2002 Parks Advisory Committee Members Susan Walsh, Assistant City Manager November 12, 2002 Attached for your review and discussion at the November 12, 2002 Parks Advisory Committee meeting is the Agenda and related documents. In observation of Veteran's Day, please note that the meeting for this month will be on Tuesday rather than Monday, which is the regular meeting day. Since we have three new members, I thought it would be a good idea to dedicate this meeting as an orientation session. Attached to your agenda are the documents for Agenda Items 4(a) through 4(g). Staff will provide an overview of these documents at the meeting. I looking forward to receiving your input, ideas and recommendations on how to continue maintaining and developing the excellent parks and recreation services we provide for our citizens. 16200 Eagle Creek Ave. S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372-1714 / Ph. (952) 447-4230 / Fax (952) 447-4245 AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER CITY OF PRIOR LAKE PARKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 14, 2002 Chair Thea Fluhrer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m., on Monday, October 14, 2002. The meeting was held at the fire station following a presentation by the City Council on the 2020 Vision and Strategic Plan to the Planning Commission, Lake Advisory Committee and Parks Advisory Committee. Members present were: Thea Fluhrer, Lori Helgestad, Pat McFadden and Tom Schutz. Also in attendance were Council Liaison Joe Zieska, Public Works Director Bud Osmundson, Parks Supervisor Al Friedges, Recreation Supervisor Chris Esser, Assistant City Manager Susan Walsh and Guest Jennifer Garvey. Approval of September 9, 2002 Meeting Minutes: Motion by Helgestad to approve the September 9, 2002 minutes. Second by McFadden. Motion carried. Skate Park Update: Esser reported on attendance numbers at the skatepark for this season, which ran from June 17 through September 29. The skatepark was open for 90 days, and a total of 2,509 participants came to the park. The average daily attendance was 28, 32 season passes were sold and there were 482 waivers signed for participants under 18 years of age. Esser also reviewed the skatepark fees charged for this year, and reviewed fees charged by other cities with Tier II skateparks noting that Prior Lake's fees were the lowest. Discussion followed on whether or not the city's fees should be changed. Walsh reported that she had received a couple of requests to lower the nonresident fee. Committee members discussed various ideas for the 2003 season-- should fees remain the same; should nonresident fees be lowered; should the city sell a family pass. It was agreed that staff would send out a survey to participants to gather information on how they liked the park, what changes they would like to see, were the fees appropriate, number of times they attended the park, etc. Staff will try to get this survey sent out and report back the results at the next meeting. PAC Vacancies: Walsh informed the committee that the city has received two applications for the three vacancies. Staff will be following up with people who received an application to encourage them to return their application so interviews can be scheduled. Library Floor and Wall Project: Walsh advised the project to replace the existing floor with porcelain tile will begin next week. The remodeling project will also include wainscoting on the lobby walls and down the long hallway in the dance studio as well as painting the walls. PLAY Donation: Parks Supervisor Al Friedges informed the committee that PLAY presented a check to the City Council on October 7 in the amount of $25,000 as a contribution toward lighting additional fields at the Ponds Park. Committee members discussed a recent letter to the editor that complained about the lack of parking at Ponds Park. Committee members concurred there is generally adequate parking but people simply don't want to walk so far. Discussion was also held on the continuing problems of certain coaches allowing their teams on the fields when the fields are closed due to water on the fields. It was suggested that staff should look into initiating some kind of fine if a coach ignores the field closing notices. It was also suggested that staff should find out from the city attorney if a coach can be charged with trespassing if he has been notified to stay off of the field. Friedges advised there is a good possibility that two fields at Ponds Park may not be open next spring. Park Construction Updates at Wilds Park and Sandpoint Park: The members were informed of recent City Council action to authorize the construction of a picnic shelter at Wilds Park. The footings for the shelter will be installed this fall so the shelter can be built this winter. A basketball court, trails and a parking lot were constructed this fall, but because of the large amount of rain, the parking lot will be paved next spring. He advised that the trails at Sandpoint Park have been graded in, but it has been too wet to install the bituminous. Lighting for Ponds Parking Lots: Friedges advised the Council approved a contract with Excel Energy for parking lot lighting in the amount of $43,250. Installing parking lot lighting will improve visibility for players and visitors and should decrease the possibility of vandalism. Excel will supply, install and maintain the poles, fixtures and lamps. Lakefront Park Gazebo: Council approved the expenditure of ClP funds for construction of a gazebo at Lakefront Park. Funds were identified in the 2003 CIP but approval by the Council allows staff to pour the footings this fall and construction during the winter months. The committee members reviewed the plans and specifications for the gazebo, and discussion was held on where to build it in Lakefront Park. Members agreed it should be located on the north side of the pavilion. Spring Lake Regional Park Property/Stemmer Property: Osmundson reported on recent meetings with the County, Spring Lake Township officials and the Stemmer family regarding annexation of the remainder of Spring Lake Regional Park and the Stemmer property. The City Council will be considering a joint resolution authorizing annexation of the 275-acre portion of Spring Lake Regional Park located in Spring Lake Township and the adjacent Stemmer property at their October 21, 2002 Council meeting. Thea Fluhrer and Tom Schultz were recognized for their years of serving on the Parks Advisory Committee. Thea and Tom have served on the committee since January 1996. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 12th rather than Monday in observation of Veteran's Day. Motion by Schutz to adjourn. Second by Fluhrer. The meeting was adjourned. BYLAWS OF PRIOR LAKE PARKS ADVISORY COMMITTEE Adopted May 16, 1994 Amended January 2, 1996 Amended January 6, 1997 Amended February 16, 1999 Amended December 4, 2000 Amended June 3, 2002 PREAMBLE The Prior Lake Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) was created in July, 1989 by an act of the Prior Lake City Council to: (1) serve as a liaison between city government and the community, (2) serve as a resource for a new and existing neighborhoods, groups, and civic organizations seeking information concerning the Prior Lake park system, (3) to assist city government in setting open space, land acquisition and development policies, (4) to serve as a body to make recommendations to the city council relating to specific parks and open space development, and, (5) to assist city council in researching a variety of funding sources for the Capital Improvement Program and related park development. ARTICLE 1. NAME Section A. Name - The legal name of the organization is the "Prior Lake Parks Advisory Committee". Section B. Office - The Office of the Prior Lake Parks Advisory Committee is at 16200 Eagle Creek Avenue, S.E., Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372. ARTICLE 2. OFFICERS Section A. Officers - The Officers of the Prior Lake Parks Advisory Committee shall be a Chair, Vice-Chair and a Secretary. The City Manager or his/her designee shall serve as Secretary of the Committee. Section B. Chair - The Chair of the Committee shall be appointed from among the Committee's membership for a two year terms in November, by majority vote of the Parks Advisory Committee. The duties of the Chair include: 1. Review and approval of meeting agendas. 2. Presiding at meetings. 3. Participating with the City Council in the selection of Committee members. 4. Semiannual reporting to the City Council. 5. Representation of the Committee as appropriate. Section C. Vice Chair - The Vice-Chair shall be selected annually by the Committee and shall perform the duties of the Chair in his/her absence. The Vice-Chair shall assume such other duties as assigned by the Chair. Section D. Secretary - The City Manager or his/her designee shall act as the Secretary and shall I:\advbodys\pac\bylaws.doc Section E. Section F. Section G. Section H. Section I. be responsible for recording and compiling a written summary of all official activities of the Committee. Appointment - The Committee shall consist of five (5) members, appointed by the Prior Lake City Council for a term of three (3) years from November 1 to October 31. The Committee shall be representative of the citizens who live in Prior Lake. Committee members may serve based upon attendance and participation, continued residence in Prior Lake and in accordance with the term limit policy established by the City Council. Vacancies - If the office of Chair becomes vacant the Parks Advisory Committee shall appoint a replacement in accordance with Article 2, Section B. If the Office of Vice- Chair becomes vacant, the Committee shall elect a successor from its membership at the next regular meeting, and such election shall be for the unexpired term of said office. Should a member resign, or otherwise vacate a seat on the Committee, Prior Lake City Council shall appoint a replacement to complete the term. The selection of the Chair or Committee member will be filled in accordance with City Council Bylaws. Performance Criteria - Annually the Committee shall perform a written self-evaluation on the following: 1) Implementation of the preamble. 2) Achievement of goals and objectives. 3) Compliance with bylaws. 4) Formulation of proposals and recommendations and overall accomplishments. 5) Visitation of subject sites as applicable. 6) Members personal attendance record. The Committee shall forward this evaluation to a review committee comprised of the staff member assigned to the Committee, City Manager, Mayor, and one member of the City Council. The review Committee shall present this report and any additional comments to the Council by the first week of December .for action and recommendation at the annual meeting in accordance with the Council Bylaws. Term Limit - It is the policy of the Prior Lake City Council to impose a two term (or 6 year) service limitation for all appointed positions within the committees and commission. Partial terms do not count toward the term limitation. The purpose of the term limit policy is to encourage resident participation on City advisory bodies and provide community members with the opportunity to participate in their local government. Conflict of Interest - Members with a financial or vested interest with an applicant, application, proposal, policy, or other committee issue shall disclose the relationship before participating in discussion about the issue. If the conflict is deemed to be significant, the member shall refrain from discussion and voting on such issue. If the conflict involves the presiding officer, he/she shall disqualify him/herself from discussion and pass the gavel to the Vice-Chair or a member who has no conflict. He/she may resume the chair once the issue has been dispatched. h\advbodys\pac\bylaws.doc Section J. Code of Conduct - COmmittee members will adhere to the following: 1. Committee member's opinion pertaining to a function, organization or specific application or issue shall not be given to the public or media unless there is a clear qualification that the opinion is that of the member and not the official opinion of the committee or the City. If a Committee member gives or represents the opinions of the Committee, he/she shall do so only after receiving the official direction from the Committee. 2. The conduct of Committee members shall reflect positively upon the Committee, individual member and city. 3. Committee members shall avoid any actual or apparent impropriety. ARTICLE 3. MEETINGS Section A: Regular Meetings - In conformance with the' Minnesota. Open 'Meeting Law all meetings of the committee are open to the public. Regular meetings shall be held on the second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. at Prior Lake Maintenance Center, 17073 Adelmann Street, Prior Lake, Minnesota. In the event that such a date shall fall on a legal holiday, the meeting shall be held on the next succeeding day. Regular meetings may be rescheduled, canceled or changed depending upon unique circumstances and subject to the approval and consent of the Chair and/or Vice- Chair. Section B. Notification - All regular meetings of the Committee shall be noticed by: 1) Posting at city hall for at least two (2) days prior to the meeting. 2) A copy of the notice, agenda and accompanying materials shall be received by the Committee, City Council, staff and others designated by the City Council, no later than the Friday prior to the Monday meeting and in no case later than two (2) days prior to a special meeting. Section C. Special Meetings -.Special Meetings of the Committee may be called by the Chair, or two (2) members of the Committee for the purpose of transacting any business designated in the call. Staff may recommend calling a special meeting, but must receive approval from either the chair or two members of the Committee. The call for a special meeting may be delivered prior to the time of the proposed meeting to each Committee member of the Committee at least two (2) days prior to the special meeting. At such meetings, no business shall be considered other than as designated in the call. The notification provisions of Section B of the article shall be followed. Section D. Quorum for Reqular and Special Meetinqs - A majority of Committee members shall constitute a quorum for the purpose of conducting its business, but a smaller number may .adjourn from time to time until a quorum is obtained. When a quorum is in attendance, action may be taken by the Committee upon a vote of a majority of the Committee present. Section E. Conduct of Business at Meetinqs - The agenda for a regularly scheduled meeting shall include the following in order of business: I:\advbodys\pac\bylaws.doc Section F. 1. Call to Order 2. Approval of minutes of previous meeting(s) 3. Old Business 4. Other Business 5. Staff Update 6. New Business 7. Adjournment Votinq - All members of the Committee have equal voting authority. ARTICLE 4. SCOPE OF POWERS AND DUTIES Section A. Powers and Duties - The Committee shall act in an advisory capacity to the Prior Lake City Council and shall advise the City Council on Park matters identified in the preamble or as assigned to the committee. Semiannually, or as otherwise required by the Council, the Committee Chair shall give an accounting of the Committee's ' activities with respect to its goals and objectives before the city council. Additionally, specific powers, duties and responsibilities may be assigned to the Committee upon approval of the City Council. Section B. Subcommittees - The Committee may divide its membership into Subcommittees as it deems necessary to implement its goals and objectives. ARTICLE 5. AMENDMENTS Section A. Amendments - These bylaws shall be reviewed by the Committee annually. Committee may recommend revised bylaws to the City Council for final approval. The I:\advbodys\pac\bylaws.doc CHAPTER 5 PARKS AND TRAILS INTRODUCTION The Prior Lake Park and Trail System Plan seeks to provide a comprehensive and interrelated network of parks, trails, and natural resource areas for public use. The plan is based an initial assessment of need and follows a contemporary park and trail system planning approach. The plan takes into consideration: · Past history of the park system · Community setting · Needs and desires of the citizens, or customer · Natural and cultural resources · Other related issues The character of the community, personal conveniences, recreation opporttmity, physical environment, extent of open space, and personal living space are all important to one's perception of the quality of life in a city. The parks and natural open spaces that surround us are intrinsically tied to one's perception of a quality living environment. The park and trail system plan outlined here seeks to achieve this end. For the park and trail system to be successful, it must fulfill the physical, psychological, and recreational expectations of those it is intended to serve. In this context, the term "park and trail system" includes not only parks and trails per se, but urban spaces, greenways, streetscapes, schools, and natural resource areas (open spaces), etc. as well. All of these components contribute in one way or another to the quality of life in the city and contribute to each resident's contentment with living here. SYSTEM APPROACH TO PLANNING The Park and Trail System Plan presented here represents the initial outcome of a new and evolving approach to planning recommended by the National Park and Recreation Association. The key principle of this approach is to foster continuous improvement to the park and trail system through on-going evaluation of the plan within the context of evolving and changing community needs. By design, this new approach is dynamic, with an in-bom flexibility to respond to the ever-changing needs, opportunities, and limitations that will face the community in the future. The process allows for continuous monitoring and evaluation to ensure that the plan is achieving desirable ends. Once completely implemented, this approach to planning will: Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 163 Chapter 5 LOCALLY DETERMINED NEEDS The following observations are based on an assessment of available information and informal discussion with various individuals and user groups. A summary of current system needs includes: 1) Service neighborhood and community needs 2) Service youth athletics by providing facilities and providing access to facilities through partnerships 3) Service adult athletics by providing facilities and providing access to facilities through partnerships 4) Develop an interlinking and multi-functional trail system 5) Protect and enhance natural resource amenities of the city SELECTED TRENDS IN OUTDOOR RECREATION STATEWIDE COMPREHENSIVE OUTDOOR RECREATION PLAN (SCORP) (SCORP was developed by the Department of Natural Resources planning division-12/94) The SCORP provides a statewide perspective on outdoor recreation trends. Part I - Assessment and Policy Plan for 1995-1999 has been completed. Other parts of the plan are currently being prepared. Although Part I of the plan calls for extensive recreation research, little ground has been made in this area at the state level in recent years. The Metropolitan Council is expected to undertake a survey in 1996, but the form that it will take'is still being finalized. Part I of the scoRP does provide some insights to societal trends that have implications to Prior Lake. Highlights of these trends affecting Minnesota include: · State population.will surpass five million by 2020. · An aging white population will grow by'only 6%, with births barely exceeding deaths between 2015 and 2020. · The younger minority population, with higher birth rates and in-migration, will nearly triple between 1990 and 2020. · Baby Boom generation will push Minnesota's median age from 32.5 in 1990 to age 40 by 2020. · Persons age 65 and older will outnumber children in most Minnesota counties. · Many Baby Boomer's have delayed marriage and children, opting instead for education, travel, career, and self-fulfillment. · Economic uncertainty may make Baby Boomers increasingly conservative in their spending, especially for "non-essential" programs and services. This may affect outdoor recreation, which is considered by some to be non-essential services. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 165 Chapter 5 of objectives qualifies or more clearly defines specific goals. They essentially describe how the city will achieve a certain goal. As with the mission statement, the goals and objectives presented here were derived from the current assessment of need. These too will require refinement as the needs of the community become better defined in the future. Policy statements, which establish more specific strategies and defme the action necessary to achieve specific objectives, are yet to be developed. The following defines the goals and objectives related to specific topic areas. PARK AND TRAIL SYSTEM PLAN Goal Statement: To prepare and implement a Comprehensive Park and Trail System Plan. Objectives: · To systematically evaluate the existing park and trail system, recreation needs of the community, park and trail classifications and standards, and acquisition/development guidelines to ensure adequate parks and trails are provided in the city. · To implement the plan for the purpose of guiding parks, trails, and recreation facility development in the forthcoming years. · To develop a means for ongoing and systematic evaluation of park and trail system components, thus allowing for actual and perceived changes in community needs to be reflected in the park and trail system plan. · To enhance the community's and public agencies' understanding of the park and trail system and development objectives. · To develop a handbook so that incoming elected and appointed officials can readily understand the intent of the park and trail system. PARK LAND ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT Goal Statement: To provide city residents with parks and natural areas for recreation uses, as visual/physical diversions from the hard surfacing of urban development, and as a means to maintain the character, ambiance, appearance, and history of the community. Objectives: To enhance the quality of life within the city by providing adequate park land and natural resource areas to fulfill the present and future physical and psychological needs of residents. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 167 Chapter 5 · To provide oppommities whenever possible for trails and sidewalks to provide access to scenic overlooks and other public areas on Prior Lake. COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION AND INTERACTION Goal Statement: To establish an effective, ongoing means of communicating and interacting with residents about issues related to parks and recreation facilities, programs, and future development. And to provide residents with the opportunity to participate in recreational activities and programs through various civic and volunteer organizations. Objectives: To promote active and on-going interaction between the city and its customers (i.e. citizens, special interest/user groups, and individuals) to achieve effective recreational programming and facility development. To promote ongoing communications between the Parks Advisory Committee (PAC) and city residents. To promote ongoing volunteer programs and civic and athletic/youth organizations to encourage residents and community organizations to assist in park improvements, maintenance, and recreation programs. PARTNERSHIPS Goal Statement: To maximize the recreation opportunities available to city residents through the development of a fair and equitable working partnerships between the city and the local school district, adjacent cities, county, churches, and civic organizations. Objectives: To fairly and equitably integrate the Prior Lake Park and Trail System facilities with those of the other members of the partnership. To fairly and equitably integrate the Prior Lake Park and Trail System programs with those of the other members of the partnership. RECREATION PROGRAMS Goal Statement: To provide the opportunity for all community residents to participate in recreation activities through the implementation of well-designed, effective and interesting recreation programs. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 169 Chapter 5 strategic plan into a framework for meeting the physical, spatial and facility requirements to satisfy community needs. The forthcoming framework follows the recommendations of the National Recreation and Park Association (revised publication due out in early 1996). To a limited extent, these recommendations have been modified in response to the unique circumstances particular to Prior Lake. The planning framework consists of physical infrastructure and planning guidelines. The former relates to the community's physical infrastructure. The latter relates to various guidelines and planning considerations that give structure to the planning framework. The following defines each of these components and their impact on the development of the park and trail system plan. PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE Developing an understanding of the physical infrastructure and characteristics of the community played a vital role in developing the park and trail system plan. The infrastructure is based on a set of structural elements which, in one way or another, have a direct impact on the development of the park system. The community infrastructure is largely a result of the comprehensive plan for the community. The park and trail system plan itself is an integral part of this plan. The success of the system plan lies in its power to influence land use patterns in a way that moves the community toward the fundamental proposition that the entire community is in fact a park. Within this park, all human needs such as housing, employment, commerce, education, transportation, preservation, conservation and recreation occur in rational and harmonious patterns that lay gently upon the landscape. This supports the notions of quality of life, community sustainability and complimentary property relationships which in turn enhance individual and community wealth and prosperity. The key structural elements considered as part of the physical infrastructure includes: · Municipal/City Boundary · Zoning and Guided Land Uses · Transportation Plan · Urban Services Area · Natural Resource Characteristics · Current Park and Trail System · County and Regional Park Lands · School District Properties · Adjacent Cities Parks and Trail Systems Water Resource Plans Comprehensive Plan 2020 Chapter 5 Page 171 · An equitable distribution of parks and trails throughout the community. LEVEL OF SERVICE GUIDELINE The level of service (LOS) guideline deals with determining the amount of physical space needed within a park system based on the demand for specific types of facilities within a given community. This is a marked departure from past national planning guidelines that provided general space recommendations based on a homogenous population (i.e. 1 tennis courts per x number of population). The major advantage of this guideline is that it is far more responsive to the specific needs of a given community than past methods. Historically, the city has not tracked the demand, for and use of facilities to any significant degree. User groups have typically used available facilities on a first-come basis. Applying the LOS guideline will require greater emphasis on gathering actionable information (i.e. information that one can understand and act upon) about the demand for different types of programs and facilities in the future. Gathering this data on an on-going basis is an integral, part of the systems approach to planning that will be used in future years. In the absence of in-depth, actionable information, the park and trail system plan presented here focuses on addressing known demand and identifying future oppommities. It also places great emphasis on building enough flexibility into the plan to adjust to future opportunities as the city becomes more adept at obtaining information about the needs of the community. PARK AND TRAIL CLASSIFICATIONS Park and trail classifications define the minimum acreage and development criteria for different classes, or types, of parks and trails. They are important in that they provide a common, consistent, and justifiable framework for planning purposes, thus allowing for the orderly development of the park system that ensures all community needs are fulfilled. The classifications used here are based on the new national guidelines recommended by the National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA). The guidelines reflect contemporary planning practices bom of successful systems across the country. They also establish a common terminology and an accepted benchmark standard for park and trail system planning. Table 5-1 provides an overview of each park and trail classification. In the case of Prior Lake, the classifications "fit" quite well and will be used extensively as the basis for the city's classification system. But given the diversity, complexity, and changing needs of various parts of the community, the classifications are not to be viewed as absolutes. Some flexibility in the way they are applied will be necessary to address the conditions that are unique to each part of the city. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 173 Chapter 5 LIFECYCLES OF SYSTEM COMPONENTS An important consideration in system planning is the expected lifecycle of system components. In this context, the lifecycle of a park or other system component is essentially the timeframe between when it is first purchased and developed until it is rebuilt/refurbished to serve evolving customer needs. In most cases, parks have a lifecycle of 15 to 20 years, although this will vary substantially depending on the specifics of the park in question. The design for any system component must take into consideration who the customers are likely to be throughout its lifecycle. In the case of a neighborhood park, amenities that appeal to those living nearby today may not be that highly regarded in the furore as they grow older (i.e., "age in place"). This has to be considered and adjusted for prior to the initial development of the park. As you might expect, determining how a park's lifecycle will affect its initial design and development can be difficult. This is especially tree with community-based parks such as athletic complexes, where developing a site that meets the needs of the community today may not necessarily meet their future needs. This is especially tree in Prior Lake, where the demographics of a city are changing faster than the lifecycle of system components. Unfortunately, there are no easy answers to rectifying these concerns. But it does drive home the importance of systematically evaluating the changing demographics of the city, projecting future changes in recreation trends, and staying in close contact with your customer to determine changing use patterns and needs. QUALITY .INITIATIVE A basic principle of the systems planning today is the need to provide and maintain a high level of quality throughout a park and trail system in order to meet customer expectations. With decreasing amounts of leisure time, citizens are placing ever-increasing emphasis on the quality of their leisure experiences. This orientation certainly affects public parks and recreation. With the expectation of quality, citizens are much more critical of the way public parks and trails are managed. In addition, they have become more selective about their personal and family leisure agendas, and specifically seek-out quality experiences. Another important conSideration is the very pronounced trend toward specialization in recreation and leisure activities. As individuals become more selective and skilled in a their pursuits, they demand higher quality facilities and surroundings. In addition, people more than ever define their experiences within the context of the whole environment that surrounds them during the activity, rather than only the activity itself. This holds tree for virtually all recreational and leisure activities, whether active or passive in nature. The point is that no longer can any provider of recreation and leisure services (public or private) avoid addressing the issue of quality if they are to remain competitive in the Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 179 Chapter 5 philosophy must continue to evolve if a barrier-free environment is to be realized in the design of parks. Universal design is an approach to design that seeks to achieve this design philosophy by combining the basic principles of barrier-free design with a more comprehensive view of human beings. PLAYGROUND SAFETY THROUGH THE CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION The Consumer Products Safety Commission (CPSC) is an independent regulatory agency of the federal government with responsibility to inform the public of unreasonable risks of injury associated with consumer products. In 1991, the CPSC released an updated guideline entitled "Handbook for Public Playground Safety". This publication defines the generally accepted practices for providing a safe playground, especially with respect to play equipment for 2-5 year olds and 6-12 year olds. PARK SYSTEM PLAN Based on these needs and the opportunities and constraints of the park and trail system, the following defines the basic principles of land use and interrelationships on a broad scale. Neighborhood Service Areas: The city will be divided into a number of service areas to achieve the following:, 1) Service neighborhood needs within each service area. 2) Provide a full pallet of recreational opportunities (at neighborhood level). 3) Facilities and amenities are accessible from throughout service area (via trails and residential roadways). 4) Individual parks within service area work together to service neighborhood needs -- i.e. compliment rather than duplicate each other. 5) Parks serve as social center of neighborhood service areas. Youth Athletics: Maximize potential within community while avoiding domination of facilities in neighborhood parks. Service youth athletics by providing facilities in athletic complexes, park-school sites, and (on a more limited basis) community parks. Also provide access to facilities through partnerships with other cities. Adult Athletics: Maximize potential within community while avoiding domination of facilities in neighborhood and community parks. Service adult athletics by providing facilities in athletic complexes and (on a more limited basis) park-school sites. Also provide access to facilities through partnerships with other cities. Trail System: Develop interlinking trail system that services the needs of all user groups and skill levels. Maximize potential by focusing on linkages to regional and adjacent communities systems. Extremely high opportunity exists in this regard. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 181 Chapter 5 THE EXISTING SYSTEM GENERAL ASSESSMENT OF EXISTING PARK, NATURAL RESOURCE, AND TRAIL SYSTEMS Parks The first parks in Prior Lake were developed in the early 1970's. As the community grew so did the park system. Through purchases supplemented by state and federal grants, a bond referendum, and development dedications the system became what it is today. The existing park system consists of 33 sites with a total of 517.53 acres (see Table 5-3). Of the 517.53 acres of existing parkland there are 247.25 acres that are available for active and passive recreation and 270.28 acres that are natural resource and preservation areas. These natural resource areas contain a variety of woodlands, wetlands, and meadows. The park system contains a diverse mixture of lands, much of which could be described as valuable community assets and other portions which were development leftovers. Prior Lake is not alone in this dilemma. Many other communities end up with park property dedications that contain odd shaped parcels and undevelopable land. Fortunately many of these less desirable development areas contain a mixture of natural resource amenities, and fi.om a preservation standpoint can be viewed as valuable community assets. The concern of future development of the park system is that there will be a need for additional active recreational space and that these natural resource areas should not be as high a priority and that land dedications should consist of stable, flat, upland areas. This does not mean that the city will not pursue the acquisition of valuable natural resource areas but should be more selective when accepting dedication parcels that will not meet the recreational needs of the community. The Wetlands Conservation Act of 1991 will protect the cities wetlands and with the current city tree ordinance the preservation of natural resources within the community will happen without the city accepting these parcels as part of the development dedication. Trails The trail system in Prior Lake consists of approximately 32.74 miles of existing community sidewalks and trailways. The trail system includes the following: Sidewalks 11.80 Bituminous Trails 13.87 Intemal Park Trails 7.87 miles Total Trail Miles 32.74 miles The strong nationwide trend toward trail development is also present in Prior Lake. People of all ages are seeking safe and enjoyable corridors for walking, jogging, in-line skating, and biking. Trails will link together public parks, commercial and industrial areas, regional trails, and schools. Prior Lake is currently at the development stage where parks, roms, housing, and commercial areas are yet to be developed. This puts Prior Lake in the enviable position of Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 183 Chapter 5 completed the existing adult softball fields located at The Pond's Park would then be converted to youth baseball and softball fields. With the development of the adult and youth athletic facilities we will be able to accommodate the current and future needs of athletic user groups for many years to come. There are currently two outdoor hockey rinks at Lakefi'ont park which seem to be meeting the current needs. The indoor ice arena at the Dakota Sports and Fitness Center cun'ently serves the needs for organized hockey practice and games. A shortage of outdoor hockey rinks will occur given a growth in the sport and the community. Consideration should be given to an outdoor skating and hockey facility should another community park be built. The Lakefront Master Plan includes the paving of the two hockey rinks to accommodate in-line skating. Currently there are seven tennis courts at the Prior Lake High School which were funded by the City and the school district. These are the only tennis courts currently available to the public. Though the sport of tennis has declined over the years there have been requests throughout the community for tennis facilities. The Lakefi'ont Park Master Plan includes the development of two additional tennis courts. With the development of these two courts we should be able to fulfill our tennis court needs for now. Table 5-4 lists the amenities included in each of the City's parks. Natural Resources The value of environmentally sensitive natural features have typically in the past not been of concern in a park and recreation system. Generally, park system plans concentrated on sites for recreation use only and policies cautioned against accepting sites that did not have recreation value. A current trend emerging has local communities accepting woods, steep slopes, creeks, and wetlands for preservation. If held a high enough priority, this acquisition of natural features is often at the expense of a completed recreation park system or a slower or more expensive recreation park system. While nearly 50 % of the current park system is contained in natural areas consisting of woods and wetlands caution should be taken this trend towards the preservation of natural resources does not have a detrimental impact on the need for active recreational space. It should be considered that all parkland could be;considered the preservation of land and open space whether it be active, passive, or a natural resource area. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 185 Chapter 5 TABLE 5-4 PARK AMENITIES o °oo g _ 1~ 1~ I X X X;X X 2 ~~H~ 3 X X X 3~F~ ~4 4 4 X 'X X X X! 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The park amenities include a large ballfield, picnic shelter, modular playground equipment with some freestanding tot apparatus, sand volleyball, a hard surface play area, and pleasure rink. The park design includes an internal path system which makes all amenities accessible and provides a loop around the park for exercise and enjoyment. Fish Point Neiehborhood 9 Acres Fish Point is located between 150th Street and Fish Point Road which is in the Northeast section of the city. The park was acquired in 1979 and development began in 1980. Fish Point is a walk-in park with no off street parking. The majority of the park is in a valley with rolling terrain and woods. Approximately 7 acres of this park are in a natural state and includes woods, wetlands, stormwater ponds, and open drainage ditch. The open areas do include an old style playground, a picnic shelter which was constructed in 1994, and basketball court which was constructed in 1995. There is a bituminous path which enters the park from 150th and a gravel road/path which enters the park from Fish Point Road. The 1999 Capital Improvement Program includes the paving of this trail section as well as replacement of the playground equipment. There is a possibility that a trail could be constructed at the end of Forest Circle which would provide a third access point, however, this is in a low area which is heavily wooded and trail design could be difficult. Grainwood Crossine Mini/Snecial 2 Acres v _ Grainwood Crossing is located on Highway 21 and Quincy Street in the central part of Prior Lake adjacent to the bridge crossing that separates upper and lower Prior Lake. Grainwood Crossing was purchased in 1993 with the aid of a State of Minnesota Outdoor Recreation Grant. The concept was to have a park which would represent the history of the railroad crossing which ran through this area and across the lake. This property also provides another access point for the public to fish and picnic by the lake. In 1995 construction was completed on a rest area which was designed after the original train waiting area. This rest area will contain historical information regarding the site and the history of the trains which went through this area. The park area also includes portable toilet enclosures, handicapped parking, paths, picnic area, and a Minnesota Department of Natural Resources fishing pier which was acquired through a grant. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 189 Chapter 5 Park Name Type Acres Kao. h_ltffi Neiehborhood 13.5 Acres Knob Hill park is located on Carriage Hills Parkway and Hummingbird which is in the northeast section of Prior Lake. The park is divided by Carriage Hills Parkway with the smallest portion of land being on the south side of the street. The concept for the smaller portion of park is to combine this with additional dedication property when the adjoining property is developed. This piece of property would also provide an excellent opportunity to extend a greenway/trail to the proposed park on the lake. The parkland which is located on the north side of the Parkway is comprised of woods, wetlands, and steep slopes. Though this is the largest portion of the park, there is little space available for park development. At best a playground and picnic shelter could be included in this area. The current plan is to develop a trail system through this park which would connect Carriage Hills Parkway with the new trail on County Road 42. The portion of trail thro.ugh the park is slated for Fall of 1999. Lakefront Community 126 Acres Lakefront park is located on Ridgemont Road/Main Street and at the west end of County Road 44. The park is in the center of the city and within walking distance of downtown Prior Lake. The park was purchased with a Park Bond Referendum and the assistance of a State and Federal grant in 1975. In 1978 an additional 7 acres was acquired which is now Watzl's Point. This park has been labeled as the "jewel" of the park system. A Master plan was completed in 1996 which identified the potential, as well as the limitations of the park. With the passing of the 1997 Park and Library Referendum there is funding available to complete the development of the park. The development will include new access road, paved parking, multi-purpose pavilion, playground equipment, amphitheater, trails, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball diamond, prairie and wetland restoration, paved hockey rinks, skating, and picnic areas. Community involvement was a critical element in the design of the park and this "jewel" will shine by the year 2000. The Master Plan moved the road so that access will be on main street and wrap around a pond near downtown. This beautiful new parkway will provide easier access for our user groups, be a unique connection to downtown, and keep the traffic out of a quite neighborhood. The Kop family originally owned the park property and when they sold the park to the city they retained 15.18 acres, where they currently reside and operate a small farm. The farm is situated within the southeast portion of the park. Negotiations with the Kop family are currently underway as acquisition of this property is critical to the final design of the park and to preserve this beautiful piece of property for future generations. The acquisition of the farm property will provide a better access road to the park, enable us to expand the athletic fields, provide areas for wetland and prairie restoration, and the 1886 farm house will be preserved as a historical farm site. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 191 Chapter 5 Park Name Type Acres Oakland Beach Mini 1.5 Acres Oakland beach is located between Maple Trail and Rustic Road and is situated in the northeast section of the city. This small mini-park is entirely surrounded by homes and has three access trails leading to the surrounding streets. This park includes a skating rink, picnic shelter, and new playground equipment that was installed in 1998. This small park was devastated by the storm of 1998 and plans are underway to replace many of the trees which were destroyed in the storm. Raspberry_ Ridge Neighborhood 16 Acres Raspberry Ridge is located on C.R. 21 and Lords Street in the central portion of the city. Though this park is 16 acres there is only 5 acres which can be used for active recreation. The park includes free standing swing, slide, and merry-go-round as well as a picnic shelter and a ballfield. A new parking lot and trails were constructed in 1997. There is a missing link of trail that would connect the existing trail from Raspberry Ridge Road to the trail on C.R. 21. This trail section will be completed in 1999. New playground equipment is slated for 2000. The majority of the park contains woods and wetlands. Raspberry_ Woods Natural Resource 22 Acres Raspberry Woods is located on Coachman Lane and C.R. 21 and is situated in the north central section of town. Raspberry Woods is an environmental open space park which has many trail connections. The trails enter from the north connecting the Carriage Hills neighborhood and also to the south which will connect the Raspberry Ridge neighborhood. The trails can extend from C.R. 21 and continue east to future developed areas on the Vierling property and proposed parkland. The concept of greenways is very popular, where trail users have the opportunity to get away from automobile traffic and can experience nature. This park provides that opportunity. Trail development in this park was difficult due~ to varying terrain, wetlands, and woods. A boardwalk was constructed over a wetland area and provides a nice variation to the standard trail, and also allows people to pass through the wetland and experience yet another natural amenity. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 193 Chapter 5 Park Name Type Acr¢~ ~ Community 70 Acres The Ponds is located on 170th Street and is situated in the southeast comer of the city. Development of this community park/athletic complex began in 1980 and this park has developed into the city's premier athletic complex. The older portion of the park includes two soccer/football fields, baseball field, six fenced softball fields, playground structure, two picnic shelters, concessions and restrooms, sand volleyball, and a full size hard court area. As a result of the 1997 Parks and Library Referendum we have been able to add field lights on four of the softball fields and both of the soccer/football fields as well as install an irrigation system, and a large playground system. As the community continues to grow there is an increasing demand to provide additional youth athletic fields in Prior Lake. The Ponds is currently being used for adult softball five days a week and should a new community park be developed the adults could move to this facility and the youth would take over The Ponds. As the neighborhood develops around The Ponds it would be advantageous to move the adults to a larger lighted complex where the population is less dense and allow youth sports, which tends to be less intrusive, utilize all of the fields at The Ponds. The softball fields at The Ponds have 280 foot outfields with no oppommity for expansion. In order for the city to attract large sanctioned adult softball tournaments outfields must be a minimum of 300 feet. Prior Lake should continue to provide adult softball leagues and tournaments. Softball provides an excellent adult recreational activity and also generates substantial revenues. (It is estimated that one weekend adult softball tournament will contribute approximately $50,000.00 to a community.) The back portion of The Ponds was developed in 1997-98. and includes 2 additional soccer fields, 2 softball/baseball fields, archery range, picnic areas, parking lot, and a very nice path system that meanders throughout the park. When developing this area extreme care was taken not to disturb the wetlands and natural areas. This resulted in a blend of active, passive, and natural areas which make this a very unique park. Critical to the success of this expansion was the addition of an access road which leads to Mushl~own Road. The larger soccer field should be irrigated in order to protect the turf, enable proper turf development, restrict the growth of weeds and provide a safer playing surface. Watzl's Point Beach Special Use 3 Acre~ Watzl's Point Beach is located at the end of Red Oaks Road and is situated within Lakefront Park in the center of the city. Watzl's contains a nice small beach as well as bathhouse and concession building. Future plans include a fishing dock in the bay which is north of the beach as well as some type of water play equipment. The majority of the beach users come by boat or personal watercraft. When construction of Lakefront Park is completed the new trails and parking lots should make it easier for people to access the beach. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 195 Chapter 5 Park Name Type Acres Wilds 3 Natural Resource 16 Acres Wilds 3 is located on Wilds Ridge Road in the northern portion of the Wild's development. This parkland has a variety of natural features including woods, wetlands, and a small lake. Plans for this area include a greenway/trail that would connect to Wild's park 4 and continue on to the Jeffer's Pond development. Again, if the developers request any park development that would not be consistent with current park standards it should be the developers responsibility to contribute to the park development. Wilds 4 Natural Resource 9 Acres Wilds 4 is located in the northeastern section of the Wild's development. This park also has a variety of natural resource features and future plans include the development of a greenway/trail that would access the Jeffer's Pond development. There have not been any design plans for this park as yet and as mentioned before continued discussions with the developers will be required to develop a park plan. Names for the 4 Wild's parks have not been determined as yet. Willows Neighborhood 2.5 Acres Willows park is located on 170th Street and Elm Avenue in the south central portion of the city. This smaller neighborhood park was developed in the late 70's. The park was totally renovated in 1998 and includes new playground equipment, parking bays, and new backstop. Plans are being made to construct a 1/2 court hardcourt area. A picnic shelter was constructed in 1995. Landscaping was complete along 170th Street ana chain link fence was installed to keep children out of the busy street. Woodridge Neighborhood 7 Acres Woodridge park is located on Toronto Avenue in the southeast section of the city. This park has homes on three sides and a small portion of land directly to the west of the main park across the street from Toronto Avenue. The elevation and configuration of the park does not provides only enough space for a small softball field, play structure, and picnic shelter. The smaller piece of park property across Toronto Street is utilized as a small pleasure rink. This park does include a trail which leads through the neighborhood into The Pond's park. For athletic fields and large open play areas this neighborhood does have easy access to The Pond's. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 197 Chapter 5 PRESENT AND FUTURE CONCERNS Playground Equipment Over the last three years the majority of the playground equipment in Prior Lake has been converted to the newer modem modular systems. This trend in playground equipment provides a variety of physical and social skills. There is a multitude of equipment on the market today and the newer equipment provides accessibility for the disabled as well as provide a variety of play options which can keep children occupied for long periods of time. Another consideration when purchasing new playground equipment is safety. All new playground equipment which has been installed conforms to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) guidelines. When considering funding for future parks adequate funds should be included which will allow for the installation of newer style playground equipment which provides accessibility, meets safety standards, and provides a wide variety of activities for children of all ages. Consideration should also be given to the installation of the equipment by the manufacturer. The new modular equipment requires precise installation to assure that all components interconnect properly and that all spacing and heights meet safety guidelines. Parkine in Neiehborhood Parks At present there are no parking lots in any of the neighborhood parks. When future parks are developed parking lots should be included in the design. Parking lots provide for better park access as well as keep cars off of neighboring streets. The parking bays along streets will sometimes suffice when there is limited land available. Future Park Design and Dedication of Land The existing park system in Prior Lake includes over 50% of it's land in natural resource areas including wetlands, woodlands, steep slopes, and stormwater ponds. With the current needs for additional playfields and open space it is critical that future park dedications include land that can be developed into useable playfields and provide enough open space for parking, larger play structures, picnic areas, hard surface play courts, and other park amenities. It is a typical trend in accepting park property that the city ends up with the undevelopable portion of the development acres. At present the city has an adequate amount of park property comprised of natural resource areas and it is critical to the future development of the park system that only good useable upland park be accepted as dedication. Where there is not adequate upland dedication property available then consideration must be given to accepting cash in lieu of land so that land may be purchased or so other neighborhood parks can be developed to a higher standard than currently exists. Future Fundine for Prior Lake Parks A concem of the present and future park system has been the availability of funds for the purchase of lands, the development of new parks, upgrading the existing system, and providing indoor recreation space. Options for funding includes private donations, increasing developers Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 199 Chapter 5 FUTURE OPPORTUNITIES (PROPOSED PARK ACQUISITIONS) The acquisition of the Kop farm property is critical to the final development of Lakefront park. The property is virtually surrounded by the park and is 15.18 acres in size. The conceptual plan would incorporate a portion of the farm into the existing park and restore the farm site as a historical/educational center, similar to the farms operated by the Parks and Recreation Departments in Brooklyn Park and Lakeville. This concept would create a "living historical farm" focusing attention on the way people lived and what animals and crops were raised on a typical farm. The interest in such a farm includes the combination of animals that once were part of every homestead and also demonstrate the way a typical farm would have been operated in the early part of the century.. This particular farm is important to the heritage of Prior Lake and because of its location it can contribute to the unique character of the Town Center. In general, reestablishing an agricultural environment in a concentrated area is a meaningful step toward introducing suburban children to our farm heritage. The land acquisition would also allow for a better park access road, which would be located near the intersection of C.R. 44 and Main Street. Vierling Lakeshore Property_ The Vierling's currently own property which includes approximately 1500 feet of lakeshore on Prior Lake. (Identified on the future parks map). Due to severe slopes the lakeshore portion of this property may be very difficult to develop. A portion of this property should be acquired as parkland, in particular a portion along the east property line would provide a greenway/trail section that would tie into and Knob Hill park, and also provide pedestrian and bike access to the proposed parkland on the lake. This is one of the few remaining oppommities to acquire lakeshore park property on Prior Lake and every effort should be made to make sure that the park dedication on this future development area include lake frontage. J¢ffer's Pond Jeffer's Pond has been identified as a potential natural resource/park site and is located in the north central section of the city. This area includes a beautiful mix of hardwood forest, lake, and wetlands. This is one of the last opportunities in Prior Lake to develop a trail/greenway around a waterbody. An area of land to the northwest of the pond has been identified as an area which would serve as a passive picnic area which would also include a parking lot. From this area people could access the trail system that would encompass the pond and also have the opportunity to fish, canoe, and picnic. The Jeffer's trail system would also tie into the trail which would be coming from the Wild's and continue to Carriage Hills Parkway. Every effort must be made in the future development of this land to include a trail/greenway around this pond and provide access so that this beautiful area can be enjoyed by many generations of Prior Lake residents. Comprehensive Plan 2020 Page 201 Chapter 5 City of Prior Lake, Minnesota Park and Trail Fee Study February 1, 2001 Prepared by: Planners & Landscape Architects 1510 Como Ave. S.E. Minneapolis, MN., 55414 Phone: 612.377.2500 Prior Lake - Park and Trail Fee Study I. Executive Summary A. Purpose of the Study The City of Prior Lake uses a variety of funding sources to acquire and develop parks and trails. The most important funding source is dedication of land or fees from new development. The park dedication requirement is designed to enable new growth to pay for parks and trails that are designed to serve that new growth. The purposes of this study are to: Determine the location, magnitude and recreation needs of new development. Determine the existing and future park and trail needs. Determine the estimated land acquisition and park and trail construction costs. Evaluate the adequacy and appropriateness of the existing park and trail dedication requirements and the city park support fee. Establish a rationale nexus (reasonable relationship) and prepare recommendations for park and trail fees and funding. B. Assumptions The City of Prior Lake will continue to experience residential and commercial-industrial growth over the next 20 years. New growth requires the provision of new park and trail facilities. The basic premise behind this study is that new development should pay for the park and trail facilities designed to serve their needs. New facilities designed to serve new growth should not be the responsibility of the existing taxpayers. Conversely, park dedication fees from new development should not be used to pay for renovation or repairs to existing parks. The City should adjust its park dedication fees to meet the projected system costs. The separate park support fee should be eliminated and the funding replaced through park and trail dedication and other sources. Park and trail replacement funds should be budgeted annually to allow for systematic and planned replacement and repair of park facilities and trails as they wear out and need capital repair or replacement. C. Recommendations 1) Revise the park and trail cash dedication fee to $1,685.00 per new residential unit and $3,550.00 per gross acre of new commercial-industrial development. Park and trail fees are based on system acquisition and developm~ht cbStS divided by the forecast number of new dwellings and new C-I space. The fees are proportional to the demand placed upon the system by new development. 2) Eliminate the park support fee for development that is subject to the new dedication requirements. 3) Funding needs for existing uncompleted projects and projects designed to meet current needs should be funded primarily through the existing park fund balance and general fund. 4) The City should continue to fund park and trail capital replacement on an annual basis. Capital replacement should be funded from the General Fund budget, not the park fund. Annual park dedication funding will decline as the community approaches full development and park capital funding .needs will shift from primarily new construction to primarily replacement. 5) Park and trail dedication fees should be evaluated and adjusted every year based on the cost of land and the cost of park and trail construction. II. Existing Conditions A. Existing Park and Trail System Prior Lake has an excellent system of existing parks, open space and trails to serve the community. The City park system consists of 33 sites on approximately 517 acres. Of those 517 acres there are 247 acres of active and passive park land. These parks range from small one acre mini-parks to large, 100+ acre community parks like Lakefront. The remaining 270 acres are natural resource and open space sites. These contain woodlands, wetlands and meadows. Most of these open space sites are not suitable for active recreation use, but are important for natural resource preservation. Neighborhood parks are the backbone of the park system. Residents and Prior Lake businesses rely on these parks to meet local recreation needs. Community parks like Lakefront and The Ponds provide recreation for the entire community. Community parks provide active athletic facilities and some also provide passive recreation such as picnics, nature study, water access and bird watching. Conservation and open space lands are also important for a feeling of open space, preservation of natural resources and passive recreation. Prior Lake has a network of approximately 33 miles of sidewalks and trails. These trails primarily serve the central area of the city and provide connections to parks, schools, shopping, neighborhoods and commercial areas. B. Existing Park Dedication and Fee SYstem - Land Dedication or Dedication Fee Prior Lake City Code requires dedication of land equivalent to 10% of the gross area of new subdivisions for public park, trails, wetlands or open space or a cash park dedication payment equivalent to the value of 10% of the land. The current park dedication fee is based on a land value of $13,000.00 per acre. This results in a dedication fee of $1,300.00 per gross acre of land. - Park Support Fee The City currently charges an $850.00 park support fee per new housing unit. This fee is collected at the time of building permit. C. Existing Commercial-Industrial Park Dedication Requirements The City currently requires commercial-industrial development to dedicate park land or pay a fee in lieu of a land dedication. Commercial-industrial developments use parks and benefit from a quality municipal park system. In addition to the general benefits of a park and trail system, the most direct business use of public park facilities is by adult sports leagues (typically organized and sponsored by businesses) and park shelter use for company events. These uses typically occur in larger community parks and account for approximately 10%-20% of municipal park and trail system costs. The magnitude of the commercial-industrial park dedication should match its demands upon the system. It is estimated that approximately 10% of park and trail use in Prior Lake is attributable to commercial-industrial development use. This estimate is based upon typical business participation in sports leagues, picnic shelter use and trail mileage. D. Existing Developer Construction Requirements Prior Lake currently requires the land developer to grade and seed the park land to be dedicated and to grade any trails. The updated subdivision ordinance proposes a park dedication credit when the developer also constructs the trail. The ordinance also gives the developer credit for public park facilities that are constructed which meet city standards. III. Assumptions A. Growth Forecasts New residential and commercial -industrial dev:elopment creates a need for additional parks and trails. The Prior Lake Comprehensive Land Use Plan assumes the addition of approximately 6,250 households and 330 acres of commercial-industrial develOpment in the city between 2000 and when the city is fully developed. The population at full development is estimated to be approximately 32,000. The year 2020 population forecast is 28,500. B. Existing Needs and Contemplated Improvements The City has several parks that are in a phased sequence of development, have been acquired, but are not yet completely developed or are to be acquired to meet existing needs. Most of these park development projects are part of the city's five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The Prior Lake Comprehensive Plan also calls for the acquisition of two parcels: One approximately 15 acre parcel and One 24 acre parcel. These two parks are designed to meet existing and future recreation demand. Funding for these acquisitions and development are not included in the 2001-2005 CIP. The need for an additional community park to serve adult athletic needs has been well documented. The existing community parks serve youth and adult athletics and are located in the south half of the City. A new community park should be acquired and developed to primarily serve adult athletics. The site should be from 25 to 40 acres in size. The Park and Trail System Plan includes three potential locations for the new community park. See the Park System Plan map for search area locations. The land within the north portion of Spring Lake Park was considered for an athletic field complex as part of the 1999 park bond referendum.. This location is still a potential site for the new community park. Land in the northwest comer of the city and land within the future business park (north of CR 42 and west of CSAH 18) are also potential candidate sites for the new athletic facility. The northerly sites would provide a greater balance of facilities as the existing community parks are alt located in the southern portion of the city. The addition of an adult athletic facility would allow The Ponds community park to meet the growing demand for youth athletics. The Ponds fields are currently used for adult softball, five nights a week and many weekends. C. New Park and Trail Facilities An updated Park and Trail Master Plan, which has not yet been incorporated into the Comprehensive Plan, was prepared to guide the acquisition and construction of new parks and trails. The Master Plan is designed to meet the city's park needs at full development (approximately year 2025-2030). The Park and Trail Master Plan is based on local needs identified in the Prior Lake Comprehensive Plan and national standards for parks and trails. Copies of the Park and Trail Master Plan maps are attached and included by reference. According to the Park and Trail Master Plan, new growth will require the addition of approximately nine new neighborhood parks, additional conservation and open space land and -approximately 40 miles of new trail. New development will also increase the need for the 15- acre and 24-acre parks and an additional community park (currently planned for in the Comprehensive Plan). These facility needs are based on service area demands (having a neighborhood park to serve a 1/3 mile radius area) .and population needs (having approximately one acre of park and open space land for every 75 residents). The service area needs and per capita needs are based on National Recreation and Park Association standards and are designed to match current park service and per capita ratios in Prior Lake. This means the new growth areas will have a similar amount of parks as the existing developed part of the community. See the attached Prior Lake Park Master Plan for location of park service areas. Trail needs are based on the need to provide trails to serve new growth and to connect new development with the rest of the community and to interconnect Prior Lake trails with adjacent community's trails. This results in a need for approximately 40 miles of new trails. It is estimated that approximately four miles of the planned 40 miles of new trail may be on SMSC Trust land. Of the remaining 36 miles of new trail, approximately 18 miles are planned next to collector roads. These collector trails serve regional and community purposes and would be financed largely from other existing sources. See the attached Prior Lake Trail Plan for the location of existing and planned trails. D. Prototypes 1. Neighborhood Park Construction Costs A concept plan for a prototype neighborhood park is attached. It is based on nationally recognized standards for neighborhood parks and is similar to the configuration of Carriage Hills Park. The purpose of the neighborhood park prototype is to establish a benchmark and cost estimate for neighborhood park development costs. Development of the seven and half acre site according to the prototype plan would cost approximately $200,000. This amount includes internal Park trails, but does not include external trail corridor or connector trails. The $200,000 figure is used to calculate the average construction cost for future neighborhood parks that are needed to serve new development. 2. Community Park (Athletic Facility) Construction Costs An adult athletic park is needed in Prior Lake. A new adult facility will better serve adult users and will open up existing fields for youth sports use. The Park and Trail Plan has three potential locations for a 25-40 acre park. One search area encompasses undeveloped County Park land at the north end of Spring Lake Regional Park. The two other search areas are on private land in the north and northwest part of the city. Development of an adult athletic facility on one of the search area locations is estimated to cost approximately $1,500,000 (land not included). This is based on costs for similar facilities in the Twin City metropolitan area and an average per acre development cost for athletic parks. Since the adult athletic facility is designed to serve existing and future demand, the cost of the acquisition and construction of the park should be shared equally between existing residents and business and new residential and commercial-industrial development. E. Financial 1. Existing Park and Trail Fund Balance- - ~ The total park acquisition and development fund balance is $1,137,000 (January 2001). 2. Capital Improvement Projects The Prior Lake CIP lists park development projects for the years 2001-2005. These projects are primarily completion of existing park and trail development projects or new construction project designed to meet current needs. The estimated cost of these planned projects is $1,115,000. Funds for these projects are to come from the existing park and trail fund balance. 3. New Park and Trail Land Acquisition Acquisition and development of the following new parks and trails is shown on the updated Prior Lake Park and Trail Master Plan. One 25-40 acre community park site (to serve existing and future needs) $1,787,500 Eleven parks (7.5 to 24 acre each, nine parks for new development) $6,720,000 Open space and conservation areas (approximately 70 acres) $1,400,000 Trail right of way 18 miles $1,199,000 (50% of new trails requiring right of way at an average of 20 feet wide) Park and Trail Land Acquisition Cost Less park land acq. attributed to existing needs Costs attributable to new development $11,106,500 - $ 2,903,250 $ 8,203,250 4. New Park and Trail Construction Costs Eleven (11) neighborhood parks ($200,000 each) = $2,200,000 One (1) Community Park- Adult Athletic Facility = $1,500,000 Trail system - 18 miles of trail ($85,000/mile) = $1,530,000 $5,230,000 less proportion of parks attributed to existing needs - $1,715,000 Park and Trail System Construction Cost $3,515,000 attributable to new development (as of January 1, 2001) 5. Total New Cash Needs for New Parks and Trails The following is the total estimated park and trail requirements attributable to new development. - 2. Land Acquisition $ 8,203,250 Park and Trail Construction $ 3,515,000 Total $11,718,250 6. Replacement of Existing Facilities There is also a need for funds for park facility replacement. Park dedication funds should not be used for capital replacement. Listed below are three potential funding sources for meeting existing capital replacement needs (i.e replacing play equipment or re-paving sections of trail). a. Transition Fees The city has an existing inventory of approximately 1,200 vacant already platted lots. These lots and subdivisions were approved under the existing park dedication fee and park support fee requirements. Accordingly, the existing policy should be used to fund the park and trail improvements in these subdivisions. b. General Fund The general fund is also an appropriate source for.park and trail replacement funding. This can be planned through the five year CIP and allocated through the annual budgeting process. c. Bond Referendum A voted bond referendum is also a possible source of park and trail replacement and revitalization funds. A package of replacement projects could be assembled for consideration by the Prior Lake voters. IV. Analysis A. Land Valuation Analysis - The cost of land in Prior Lake has risen sharply in the last ten years. The higher land value results in higher park acquisition costs. The park dedication fee should reflect these land values and should be designed to closely match the equivalent value of a land dedication requirement. The updated Prior Lake Park and Trail Plan calls for nine new neighborhood parks to serve new growth, plus two new neighborhood parks and one new community athletic facility to meet a mix of new and existing needs. Approximately 40 miles of new trail are also planned. The park and trail dedication fees are based in part on the value of these lands. The locations of new park and trail lands can be grouped into six general location categories: Vacant Rural- Undeveloped land, currently zoned agriculture, guided for rural residential use. This area is not intended to receive municipal sewer and water. . . Vacant - LD Residential - Undeveloped land, currently zoned agriculture, guided for future low-medium density residential use. Vacant- HD-MD Residential- Undeveloped land, currently zoned agriculture, guided for future medium and high-density residential use. Vacant - Business - Undeveloped land, currently zoned agriculture, guided for future business- office use. Lake shore - Lake shore, currently zone~.for single family residential development, Open space and conservation - Land that may have physical development restrictions (i.e. wetlands, slopes, etc.) and may be accepted for partial park dedication credit if it provides passive recreation and/or natural resource value. Estimated Per Acre Land Values- Valuation Range Average Valuation Vacant Rural $12,000 - $22,000 $20,000 Vacant LD Res. $50,000 - $60,000 $55,000 Vacant HD-MD Res. $75,000 - $100,000 $85,000 Vacant Business $75,000- $100,000+ $100,000 Lake Shore $60,000 - $200,000 $100,000 Open Space/Cons. $10,000 - $40,0000 $20,000 B. Park Land vs. Cash Dedication Minnesota State Statute 462.358 allow cities to require a reasonable portion of any proposed subdivision to be dedicated to the public for use as parks, playgrounds, trails, wetlands or open space or the municipality may accept an equivalent amount of cash from the applicant based on the fair market value of the land. There is a need for approximately 210 acres of new land for parks and open space in Prior Lake. There are approximately 1,900 vacant acres of land in Prior Lake. The planned new park and trail system represents approximately 10% of that developable land area. The value of those 210 acres of land is approximately $11,100,000 (year 2000 values). The cOnstruction of the new parks and trails is estimated to cost approximately $5,230,000 (year 2000 dollar estimate). This results in a total cost of approximately $16,330,000 in year 2000 dollars to complete the planned park and trail system. Since the recreation system is designed to meet build-out needs, the cost of the park and trail additions would be spread over a +25 year period. Approximately $4,600,000 of that park/trail land acquisition and construction cost is attributable to existing needs and the existing population and employment base. New parks and trails attributable to existing needs are assumed to be: Land and New/. Cost attributable Construction Existing to existing Proportion development Community Park $3,287,500 50% $1,643,750 24-Acre Park $1,520,000 50% $ 760,000 15-Acre Park $1,700,000 50% $ 850,000 New trails $2,729,000 50% $1,364,500 Total $4,618,250 Half of three planned parks and half of the trail system additions were attributable to existing development and half to new development. This proportion is based on the city being approximately half developed. Therefore approximately $11,700,000 of the park and trail system additions are attributable to new development. The proportional system cost (land plus construction) of the new parks and trails represents approximately 10% of the vacant land value (approximately $120 million for 1900 acres). Therefore, the proposed dedication of 10% of the land or cash in lieu of land equivalent to 10% of the land value is appropriate. C. Calculation of New Fees Park and trail acquisition and construction costs attributable to new development = $11,700,000 Residential share of use = 90%. 90% x $11,700,000- $10,530,000 Commercial-industrial share of use = 10% 10% x $11,700,000= $1,170,000 New residential growth 6,250 dwelling units Commercial-industrial growth 330 acres Per unit residential share $10,530,000 / 6,250 units = $1,685/unit Per acre commercial-industrial share $1,170,000 / 330 acres = $3,545/acre V. Recommendations A. Revised Park and Trail Fees Revise the park and trail cash dedication fee to $1,685.00 per new residential units and $3,550.00 per gross acre of new commercial-industrial development. These fees or equivalent land dedication will allow for the acquisition and construction of nine new neighborhood parks, half of the future non-collector trail system, a proportion of a new community park and portions of the 15-acre and 24-acre parcels. Park and trail fees are based on system acquisition and development costs divided by the forecast number of new dwellings and new commercial-industrial space. The fees are roughly proportional to the demand placed upon the syst. em by new development. The per residential unit measure was chosen based on the ability to accurately track and update the residential dwelling numbers and the ease of administering the land/fee collection at the time of subdivision. The unit numbers treat each dwelling unit equally and do not attempt to account for differences in the occupancy of dwellings, the number of bedrooms, or individuals' use of the parks. For example, senior housing may be perceived as having a lesser use of the park system and the feeling may be that a senior development should not have to pay the full park and trail fee. However, many seniors are active park users and probably use trails more often than the average resident. The per acre fee for commercial-industrial development is simple to administer and treats all commercial-industrial development equally. B. An Example The City has the option to require land dedication or a cash payment in lieu of a land dedication. The City can require up to 10% of subdivisions land area for park and open space purposes. In certain instances the city may require a dedication of less than 10% of the land area. In that instance the park dedication requirement will be satisfied by a combination of land a cash payment. The following is a typical example. Proposed development 300 dwelling units on 100 acres of land (200 single family lots and 100 townhomes). 10% land dedication requirement = 10 acres Land dedication as requested by the City = 7.5 acres. Proportion of required dedication satisfied by land = 75% (7.5 acres/10 acres = 75% ) Additional cash dedication requirement = $126,375 25% x 300 dwelling units = 75 units 75 units x $1,685 per unit fee = $126,375 Total dedication requirement = 7.5 acres of land plus $126,375 cash payment 10 VI. Comparison to Other Cities A 1999 survey of park dedication requirements in Minnesota found an average cash park dedication fee of $1,350.00 per single family residential unit among 20 growing metropolitan area communities. 1999 park dedication rates for cities near Prior Lake were: 1999 Park Dedication Fees City Single Family Unit Commercial-Industrial Fee/Acre Chanhassen $1,200 park + $400 trail $4,500 park + $1,500 trail Eagan $1,235 park + $150 trail $3,375 park + $880 trail Eden Prairie $1,850 $5,500 Lakeville $1,325 5% of land value Rosemount $1,000 $1,100 Savage $1,300 $3,150-$4,550 Shakopee $1,200 $3,880 VII. Implementation Whenever a new fee or regulation goes into place a decision must be made as to what projects are subject to the old regulations and fees and what are subject to the new regulations. For revised park dedication requirements and fees the implementation is straightforward. Since the new park dedication fees are based upon subdivision of property, the updated fee requirement should only apply to new subdivision application and projects that occur after apProval of the new fee schedule. Existing platted lots should be subject to the fees that were in place when they were platted. These lots have paid a park dedication fee and owe a-park support fee at the time of building permit issuance. Development proposals, which are currently going through the public process and have submitted a complete subdivision application (as determined by city staff) should be subject to the existing fee requirements. All new subdivisions proposed after the date of approval of the updated park and trail dedication fees should pay the new fee or dedicate land as required by City Code. This method of implementation is consistent with past city practices. The park land dedication or cash dedication should be conveyed by the developer at the time of final plat approval. VIII. Ongoing Maintenance Park dedication fees rarely keep up with the rising cost of land and park and trail construction. The park and trail fee policy/regulation update must include a mechanism to reflect changing land values and the valuation increase when utilities become available. Most park and trail land is dedicated or purchased when utilities are at or near the site and the demand for the park or trail is pending. Therefore, except for one park and some trails in the rural area, the park land values reflect values for land with existing or planned access to municipal utilities. Since land and park construction prices are cyclical and subject to broad and localized influences, the valuation portion of the park and trail fee should be evaluated and adjusted on a regular basis (annually or 11 every two years is recommended). This keeps the feb requirements current and ensures that the city is not requiring too low a dedication (thereby transferring costs to the existing taxpayers) or too high a dedication (unduly burdening new development). IX. Attachments 1. Prior Lake Park Master Plan - January 22, 2001 2. Prior Lake Trail Master Plan - January 22, 2001 3. New Neighborhood Park Prototype 4. New Neighborhood Park Construction Costs 5. 1999 Park Dedication Survey of Minnesota Cities X. References and Source Materials- 1. City of Prior Lake & Prior Lake Comprehensive Plan - 1999 2. City of Savage 3. City of Shakopee Park Dedication Study- 1999 4. City of Bloomington Park Dedication Study and Ordinance- 1996 5. Edina Realty 6. Minnesota Center for Survey Research- Leisure in the Twin Cities Area by Laurie Manteufel and Rossana Armson, 1996 7. Minnesota State Statues 8. Park Dedication Survey of Minnesota Cities - Ingraham & Associates, 1999 9. National Parks and Recreation Association - 10. Recreation, Park and Open Space Standards and Guidelines by Roger Lancaster, 1990 11.Park, Recreation, Open Space and Greenway Guidelines by James Mertes and James Hall, 1996 12. Scott County, Minnesota 12 /' O0 Park Master Plan City of Prior Lake Park Dedication Study o Iq 'Iii[ Trail Master Plan City of Prior Lake Park Dedication Study Iq PARIO:N9 I A~E PLAY E~l,J'r PIIENT PARK/PZGNZG SOCCER PROTOTYPE CONCEPT 7 ACRE STTE 1510 Como Ave. 8o, IUnneapo~La ~ M~nnesota Ola-aT'/-25(X) fa~: ~r/'-1OlO CZTY OF PRZOR LAKE PARK DEDZCATTON STUDY 30 60' ;I 2/26/2000 Prior Lake Neighborhood Park Prototype Preliminary Cost Estimate Description SITE PAVING I SURFACING Parking w/curb Bituminous path (8') Engineered wood fiber-play area Poured-in-place rubber/asphalt base Softball Ag lime infield Multi-use court (paving + uprights) Subtotal for paving / surfacing PLANTING Shade tree - 2 112" cal. Coniferous tree - Sod/restoration Mulch Subtotal for planting WALLS & STRUCTURES Open picnic shelter Play Equip-Toddler Play Equip-School Age Play Equip-Swings Curb edging Portable bath room screen Subtotal for walls & structures Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Cost 24 SP 1000 1550 LF 15 244 CY 19.5 100 SF 17 I LS 4O00 1 LS 29OOO $ 24,000.00 $ 23,250.00 $ 4,758.00 $ 1,700.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 29,000.00 $ 86,708.00 35 EA 235 16 EA 250 1 LS 3000 I LS 500 $ 8,225.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 500.00 $ 15,725.00 1 LS 9000 1 LS 12000 I LS 28500 1 LS 1500 350 LF 6.5 1 LS 3000 $ 9,000.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 28,500.00 $ 1,500.00 $ 2,275.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 56,275.00 SITE FURNISHINGS Bleachers Softball Field/backstop & protective fence · Soccer Goals (pair) Benches Picnic tables Grills Trash receptacles Bike racks Signs (traffic, directional & site Subtotal for site furnishings GRADING & UTILITIES 1 LS 4000 1 LS 5000 I EA . 2000 5 EA 650 5 EA 800 2 EA 220 4 EA 550 1 EA 275 2 LS 750 $' 4,000~00 $ 5,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 3,250.00 $ 4,000.00 $ 440.00 $ 2,200.00 $ 275.00 $ 1,500.00 $ ~,665.00 Neighborhood Template Cost Estimate.xls Page I 12/26/2000 Storr~ sewer Water Electricity Subtotal for utilities 1 1 LS LS LS Subtotal $181,373.00 TOTAL $190,441.65 Neighborhood Template Cost Estimate.xls Page 2 2002 OFFICIAL FEE SCIIEDULE City of Prior Lake (Effective January 8, 2002) DEVELOPMENT FEES: Collector Street Acreage Charge Park Dedication Fee Residential Commercial/industrial Sewer & Water Trunk Acreage Charge Stormwater Trunk Acreage Charge Low density residential (R1,R2,R3) High density residential (R4) Commercial/industrial Water Rate for Unassessed Parcels Sewer Rate for Unassessed Parcels UTILITY BILLING RATES: Water Rate Sewer Rate Capital Facility Charge Storm Water Charge SERVICE CHARGES: Assessment Search NSF Charge Late License Processing Charge Plumbing Registration Survey, Plat & Parcel Report Water Tower Antenna Rental - Communication Companies Water Tower Antenna Rental - ISD #719 POLICE, FIRE & RESCUE SERVICE CHARGES: Burning Permit Drivers License/Warrant Check Fire Call False Alarm (eft. upon 4th false alarm ea. yr.) Police Accident Reports LIQUOR LICENSES: Club License Consumption & Display Permit Off Sale Intoxicating Off Sale Non-intoxicating On Sale Intoxicating On Sale Non-intoxicating Set-up License Sunday Liquor Temporary On Sale Non-intoxicating (1-3 days) Wine License Investigation Fee - On/Off Sale Intoxicating Investigation Fee - On Sale Non-intoxicating Investigation Fee - Off Sale Non-intoxicating MISCELLANEOUS LICENSES: Bingo/Gambling License Cigarette License Dog License Dog Boarding Fees Fertilizer License Kennel License Current Char~oes -- 1500.00/ac. 1685.00/unit 3550.00/ac. 3500.00/ac. 2943.00/ac. 4856.00/ac. 6092.00/ac. 20;00/ff 40.00/ff 1.40/1000 gals 2.85/1000 gals 7.50/billing cycle 3.75 (residential) 15.00 15.00 50.O0 25.00 0.50 14,950.00 1,200.00 25.00 4.00 100.00 5.00 650.00 25.00 150.00 50.00 5,300.00 200.00 100.00 200.00 25.00 1,250.00 500/10,000 (max.) 100.00 50.00 10.00/100.00 25O.0O 10.00/20.00 10.00 50.00 50.00 Page 1 Redemption of Dogs Massage Therapy License Investigation Fee Outdoor Concert Permit/(clean-up deposit): wedding/private reception commercial events Refuse Haulers License Solicitor Permit Taxi Cab License PERMITS: Building Permit Common Home Improvements Re-roofing Re-siding Windows Lower level finish (1 room) Lower level finish (2 room) Lower level finish (3 room) Lower level finish (4 room) Swimming pool (above ground) Swimming pool (below ground) Driveway Permit Excavation/Filling Permit (+ security deposit) Plan Review Repetitive Plan Review Plumbing Permits Industrial, commercial, multi-residential Residential - new construction (single/two family) Residential - additions Mechanical Permits Industrial, commercial, multi-residential Residential - heating/ak (single/two family) Residential - heating Residential - gas fireplaces Residential - additions Residential Contractor's Deposit Right-of-Way Permit CONNECTION PERMIT CHARGES: Frost Plates MCES Metro Sewer Availability Charge Pressure Reducer Sewer Connection Charge Water Connection Charge Water Meter - residential 5/8" (inc. meter horn) Water Tower Charge Water Inspection Industrial, commercial, multi-residential Residential Sewer Inspection Industrial, commercial, multi-residential Residential PARK FACILITY RENTALS: Picnic Shelter/Band Shell Rental (Community Parks) Resident Page 2 1 st licensed - 25.00 1 st unlicensed - 30.00 2nd offense - 50.00 3rd offense - 100.00 250.00 500.00/(max.) 50.00/200.00 200.00/500.00 1st track - 125.00 ea. addnl truck - 25.00 50.00 100.00/50.00 ea addnl cab 1997 UBC Schedule Fixed valuation fee 74.75 74.75 74.75 34.75 62.25 74.75 87.25 74.75 162.25 10.00 UBC graduated fee schedule 65% Building Permit Fee 32.5% Building Permit Fee 1.0% of cost (39.50 min.) 99.50 39.50 1.0% of cost (39.50 min.) 99.50 64.50 39.50 39.50 1,500.00 250.00 7.50 1,200.00 cost plus 15% 600.00 600.00 cost plus 15% 700.00 1.0% of cost (17.50 min.) 17.50 1.0% of cost (17.50 mm.) 17.50 50.O0/day Non-Resident PriorLake Lions Club (Sand Point Beach Only) J~,tkefront Park Pavilion Rental: Resident (Mon-Fri, 1 hr. min./Sat, Sun, City Holidays 4 hr. mm) Non-Resident (Mon-Fri, 1 hr. min./Sat, Sun, City Holidays 4 hr. mm) School District #719 (Monday-Friday, 1 hr. min.) (Sat., Sun. & City Holidays, 4 hr. mm.) Youth Organizations, non-profit civic groups, churches & government agency functions (Mort-Friday, 1 hr mm) (Sat., Sun. & City Holidays, 4 hr. mm.) Resource Center Studio Rental: Resident (Seven days a week, per studio side) Non-resident (Seven days a week, per studio side) School District #719 (Mon-Friday, per studio side) (Sat., Sun. & City Holidays, per studio side, 4 hr. min.) Youth Organizations, non-profit civic groups, churches & government agency functions (Mon-Friday per studio side) (Sat., Sun. & City Holidays, per studio side, 4 hr. min.) FIELD RESERVATIONS: Baseball Fields (Community_ Parks): Residents Non-residents P.L.A.Y. sponsored activities Prior Lake .lays Prior Lake Mudcats I.S.D. sponsored teams American Legion Softball Fields (Communtiy Parks): Residents Non-residents P.L.A.Y. sponsored activities Field Preparation: Weekday field prep, for P.L.A. Y. Soccer Fields: Residents Non-residents Prior Lake Soccer Club Football Fields: Residents Non-residents P.L.A.Y. sponsored activities Field/Rink Lights-Private Group (2 hr min): P.L.A.Y. sponsored activities Prior Lake Soccer Club Prior Lake Hockey Association Prior Lake Hockey Association SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS: Fees for a two day weekend tournament (Four fields, morning prep both days & periodic trash removal) P.L.A.Y. sponsored activities Additional Days P.L.A. ¥. sponsored activities Field Lighting (Four fields) Additional field Preparation (2 hour minimum) 100.00/day No Charge 50.00/hour, 200.00 damage deposit 75.00/hr, 200.00 damage deposit 25:00/hour 50.00/hour 25.00/hour 50.00/hour 25.00/hour 37.50/hour 12.5 O/hour 25.00/hour 12.50/hour 25.00/hour 50.00/field per day 100.00/field per day No Charge No Charge No Charge No Charge No Charge 50.00/field per day 100.00/field per day No Charge 25.00/field per preparation No Charge 50.00/field per day 100.00/field per day No Charge 50.00/field per day 100.00/field per day No Charge 25.00/hour per field/rink No Charge No Charge No Charge reg./non-reg, hrs. 15.00/30.00 No Charge 400.00 No Charge 50.00/field, per day No Charge 100.00/day 50.00/hour Page 3 PARK PERMITS Boat Trailer Parking Park Daily Admission Park Seasion Sticker (resident) Prior Lake Lions Club Park Season Sticker (non-resident) Park Program Surcharge (non-resident) Park Support Fee* (pre-2001 development) Picnic Table Moves Beach Groups (over 25 people) ZONING/SUBDMSION FEES: Administrative Plat Fee CIC Plat Fee Comprehensive Plan Amendment Conditional Use Fee Conditional Use Major Amendment Final Plat Application Fee Final Plat Major Modification Home Occupation Permit Landscape Plan Letter of Credit (residential building relocation) Metes & Bounds Subdivision Moving Permit P.U.D. (new) P.U.D. (final) P.U.D. Minor Amendment P.U.D. Major Amendment Preliminary Plat Application Fee Preliminary/Final Plat Combination Fee Registered Land Survey Rezoning Sr. Care Overlay District Sign Permit (permanent) Sign Permit (temporary) Sign Permit Deposit (temporary) Sign Plan Site Plan Special Hunting Permit Survey Waiver Tree Preservation Lot Deposit Vacation Fee Variance Fee (Other) Variance Fee (SF) Variance Fee (Subdivision Ordinance) Zoning Code Amendment Zoning Appeal Zoning Verification Letter MUNICIPAL FINANCING APPLICATION FEES: Annexation Filing Fee (plus reimburse of city expenses up to TIF Application PUBLICATIONS: Audit Booklet Budget Booklet CIP Booklet City Code Book Comprehensive Plan Comprehensive Utility Plans (each) 10.00/day 4.00/day 20.00 No Charge 30.00 5.00/person, per program 850.00 5.00/table 2.00/person 150.00 150.00 $500 + 10/ac. 350.00 200.0O 150.00 + 5/lot 200.00 10.00 500.00 5,000.00 150.00 50.00 500.00 + 10/acre 200.00 200.00 500.00 500.00 + 10/lot 200.00 + 5/lot 150.00 300.00 + 10/ac. 350.00 30.00 - 1st 40 sq. ft. plus .25/sq.ft. thereafter 15.00 100.00 25.00 300.00 25.00 50.00 500.00 200.00 200.00 150.00 200.00 350.00 75.00 10.00 500.00 1,000.00 10.00 15.00 15.00 (purchase/update)- 100.00/25.00 50.00 25.00 Page 4 Shoreland Ordinance Sign Ordinance Subdivision Booklet Zoning Ordinance Booklet AGENDA/MINUTES:(annual) City Council Agenda City Council Minutes EDA Agenda EDA Minutes Planning Commission Agenda Planning Commission Minutes MAPS: Aerial Maps Plan Copies (regular/large) Developers will be given 1 set of S&W asbuilts at no charge-addnl prints will be charged above rate Copies City Maps Topo Maps GIS data files (cd format) SAND BAGS: 10.00 15.00 25.00 25.00 20.00 40.00 10.00 20.00 20.00 40.00 5.00 5.00/10.00 .25 ea. 1.00 12.00/ac. ($50.00 minimum) 200.00 (Actual cost) Page 5 Project Description CAPSULE PROJECT SUMMARY 5/10102 2003 ClP PROJECTS Economic Development Authority 1. Downtown Redevelopment 2. General Community Redevelopment Project Amount Park Department (Develoz3ment) 3. Volleyball Court - Lakefront Park 4. Basketball Court - Boudins 5. Batting Cage - Memorial Park 6. Tree Planting Program 7. Portable Bleachers 8. Park Appurtenant Equipment 9. Trail Access Parking Lots - Jeffers Ponds 10. Outfield Netting - Ponds Athletic Fields 11. Gazebo - Lake[font Park 12. Playground Equipment - Meadow View 13. Picnic Shelters (3) - Jeffers 14. Parking Lot Lighting - Lakefront Park (Trails) 15. Green Oaks. Glynwater East, Jeffers. Memorial [Land) 16. Arctic Lake/Northwood Park Land Acquisition 'TBD' 'TBD' Public Works [Buildings/Plant_) 17. Aerial Photography Update 18. Trunk Watermain (Fountain Hills) 19. Lift Station Renovation 20. Water Tower Painting (Tower Street) 21. Water Meter Change-out Program 22. Municipal Well ( Imorover~ents ~ 23. 150th Street Overlay (west section) 24. Trunk Watermain [CSAH 83 south of CSAH 42) 25. McKenna RoatJ Realignment 5.000.0o 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 25,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 35,000.00 60,000.00 110,000.00 1~t5,000.00 250,000.00 26. Prior Lake Outlet Channel Repairs 27. Trunk S&W Main (CSAH 42 west of ~H 21 to 83) 28. 150th St. Recon (TH 13 to Fairtawn Shores Td) Mitchell Ponds Street Reconstruction 30,000.00 30,000.00 120,000.00 550,000.00 500,000.00 650,000.00 100,000.00 145,000.00 250,000.00 29. 300,000.00 700,000.00 1,400,000.00 TH 13 Intersection Imp. (Commerce/Boudins) (150th Street) (CSAH 23/Five Hawks) Water Reaources (lmnrovemetlt~) 30. Storm Water Pond Dredging 31. Lake Bank Stabilization 32. Storm Drainage Improvements Financing Source Summary $ Project Tax Levy o,b. Operating Budget u.f. Sewer & Water Utility Fund s,w. Storm Water Utility Fund c,p. Capital Park Fund t.r. Trunk Reserve Fund c,s, Collector Street Fund m.s. Municipal State Aid s,a. Special Assessments i.g. Intergovernmental Totals ... Totals ... 5,800.000.00 20,000.00 40,000.00 80.000.00 11,465,000.00 Project Amount 510,000.00 100,000.00 1,510,000.00 140,000.00 750,000.00 2,305,000.00 1,250,000.00 1,10O, D0O.00 400,000.00 3.400.000_00 11.465,000.00 Financing 'TBD' 'TBD' 5,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 25,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 35,000.00 60,000.00 110,000.00 145,00O.00 250,000.00 30,000.00 30,000.00 120,000.00 550,000.00 500,000.00 650,000.00 100,000.00 145,0O0.0O 200 000.00 50 000.00 300 000.00 700 000.00 510 000.00 340 000.00 250 00O.00 300.000.00 6Q 000.0O 100 00O.0O 340,000.00 1,250,000.00 650,000.00 3,400,000.00 20,000.00 40,000.00 80.000.00 11,465,000.00 Tax Impact Dollar $10.36 City Cost Tax Impact Dollar Percentage C.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. t.r. t.r. u.f. u.f. t.r. o.b. t.r. m.s. t.r. t.r. t.r. 10.36 1.39% s.a m.s. t.r. s.a t.r. c.s. m.s. J.g. s.w. s.w. s.w. Percentaae 1.39% 8 Project Description Economic Development Authority 1. Downtown Redevelopment 2. General Community Redevelopment CAPSULE PROJECT SUMMARY 5110~02 2004 CIP PROJECTS Project Amount "TBD" "TBD" Financing "TBD" "TBD" City Cost Tax Impact Dollar Percentage General Government City Hall/Public Safety Facility Park Department (Develooment} 4. Wind Screen - Memorial Park 5. Basketball Court- Ryan Park 6. Tree Planting Program 7. Portable Bleachers 8. Park Appurtenant Equipment 9. Trail Access Parking Lots - Haas Lake Park 10. Gazebo - Woods at Wilds & Deerfield 11. Picnic Shelters (3) - Northwood/Cardinal Rdg/Haas 12. Playground Equipment - Jeffers & Haas Lake 13. Sand Point Bathhouse Remodel (Trails) 14. Haas Lake Park 6,900,000.00 5,000.00 10 000.00 1 O. 000. O0 15.000.00 15,000.00 25,000.00 40 000.00 60 000.00 7O 000.00 65,000.00 75,000.00 1,900,000.00 5,000,000.00 5,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 15,000.00 15,000.00 25,000.00 40.000.00 60,000.00 70,000.00 65,000.00 g.f. C.:). C.:), C.:), C.:). C.:). C. 3. c.p. c.p. 75,000.00 c.p. Public Works (Buildinos & Plant) 15. Well House #4 Building 16. Lift Station Renovation 17. Water Tower Painting (Crest Ave. interior) (Imorovements} 18. Trunk Watermain (Fish Point Rd Ext. to CSAH 21) 19. Trunk Watermain (CSAH 42 from CSAH 83 to W. Limit) 20. Central Sanitary Sewer Lift Station (NW section) 21. Carriage Hills ParkWay Connection to Sand Pt. 22. Fountain Hills Drive extension to McKenna 23. CSAH 12 coop share (storm, curb, lights, trails) 24. Fish Point Rd/Fairiawn West Reconstruction Water Resources (Improvements) 25. Storm Water Pond Dredging 26. Lake Bank Stabilization 27. Storm Drainage Improvements Totals ... 80,000.00 120,000.00 290,000.00 50,000.00 125,000.00 175,000.00 200,000.00 200,000.00 700,000.00 1,450,000.00 20,000.00 20.000;00 60.000.00 10,780,000.00 80,000.00 u.f. 120,000.00 u.f. 290,000.00 u.~ 50,000.00 t.r. 125,000.00 t.r. 175,000.00 t.r. 200,000.00 c.s. 200,000.00 m.s. 400,000.00 t.r. 300,000.00 c.s. 750,000.00 14.88 500,000.00 s.a 200,000.00 t.r. 20,000.00 s.w. 20,000.00 s.w. 60.000.00 s.w. 10,780,000.00 1.98% Financing Source Summary $ Project Tax Levy g.f. General Fund u.f. Sewer & Water Utility Fund s.w. Storm Water Utility Fund c.p. Capital Park Fund t.r. Trunk Reserve Fund c.s. Collector Street Fund m.s. Municipal State Aid s.a. Special Assessments r.b. EDA Revenue Bonds Totals ... Project Amount 750,000.00 1,900,000.00 490,000.00 100,000.00 390,000.00 950,000.00 500,000.00 200,000.00 500,000.00 5.000.000.00 10,780,000.00 Tax Impact Dollar Percentage $14.88 1.98% CAPSULE PROJECT SUMMARY 5110102 2005 ClP PROJECTS Project Description Project Amount Economic Development Authority 1. Downtown Redevelopment 2. General Community Redevelopment "TBD" "TBD" . Fire Department (Buildings & Plant) 110' Aerial Ladder Platform Firetruck Satellite Fire Station 900,000.00 1,000,000.00 Park Department (Develo_Dment) 5. Basketball Court- Sand Point Park 6. Tree Planting Program 7. Park Appurtenant Equipment 8. Gazebo- Markley Lake Park 9. Picnic Shelter- Watzl's Point Beach 10. Playground Equipment- Sand Point Beach (Trails_) 11. Markley Lake Park 10,000.00 10,000.00 15,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 80,000.00 30,000.00 Public Works (Buildings & Plant) 12. Lift Station Renovation (Im.grovements) 13. Trunk Watermain (CSAH 18) 14. Gateway Shores Street Reconstruction 120,000.00 200,000.00 1,200,000.00 700,000.00 15. TH 13 Intersection Imp. (CSAH 44) Water Resources (ImDrovements.) 16. Storm Water Pond Dredging 17. Lake Bank Stabilization 18. Storm Drainage Improvements Financing SoUrce Summary $ Project Tax Levy u.f. Sewer & Water Utility Fund s.w. Storm Water Utility Fund c.p. Capital Park Fund t.r. Trunk Reserve Fund m.s. Municipal State Aid' s.a. Special Assessments J.g. Intergovernmental g.o. G.O. Referendum Bonds Totals ... Totals ... 20,000.00 20,000.00 40.000.00 4,385,000.00 Project Amount 600,000.00 120,000.00 80,000.00 185,000.00 500,000.00 400,000.00 400,000.00 200,000.00 1.900.000.00 4,385,000.00 10 Financing 'q'BD" "TBD" 900,000.00 1,000,000.00 10,000.00 10,000.00 15,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 80,000.00 30,000.00 120,000.00 200,000.00 600,000.00 4OO,000.00 200,000.00 200,000.00 40O,O0O.00 100,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 40.000.00 4,385,000.00 Taxlmpact Dollar $11.74 City Cost Tax Impact Dollar Percentage g.o. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. u.f. t.r. 11.74 s,a t.r. i.g. mos. t.r. 1.53% $.W. S.W. S.W. Percentage 1.53% CAPSULE PROJECT SUMMARY 5110~02 2006 CIP PROJECTS Project Description Project Amount Economic Development Authority 1. Downtown Redevelopment 2. General Community Redevelopment "TBD" "TBD" Park Department (DeveloDment) 3. Tree Planting Program 4. Park Appurtenant Equipment 5. Playground Equipment- Watzl's Point 6. Picnic Shelter- Westbury Ponds 7. Fremont Avenue 10,000.00 15,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 150,000.00 Public Works [.Buildings & Plant) 8. Lift Station Renovation 9. Water Tower Painting (Crest Ave. exterior) (Im.Drovements ) 10. Conroy/Shady Beach Street Reconstruction 120,000.00 300,000.00 1,500,000.00 Water Resources (Im.~rovements } 11. Storm Water Pond Dredging 12. Lake Bank Stabilization 13. Storm Drainage Improvements Financing Source Summary $ Project Tax Levy g.f. General Fund u.f. Sewer & Water Utility Fund s.w. Storm Water Utility Fund c.p. Capital Park Fund t.r. Trunk Reserve Fund s.a. Special Assessments Totals ... Totals ... 20,000.00 30,000.00 40.000.00 2,225,000.00 Pr~ect Amount 705,000.00 100,000.00 420,000.00 90,000.00 215,000.00 225,000.00 470.000.00 2,225,000.00 Financing "TBD" "TBD" 10,000.00 15,000.00 20,000.00 20,000.00 150,000.00 120,000.00 300,000.00 705,000.00 470,000.00 225,000.00 100,000.00 20,000.00 30,000.00 40.000.00 2,225,000.00 Tax Impact Dollar $13.48 City Cost Tax Impact Dollar Percentage c.p, c.p. c.p. c.p. c.p. u.f. 13.48 s.a t.r. g.f. 1.73% S.W. S.W. S.W. Percentage 1.73% 11 CAPSULE PROJECT SUMMARY 5110102 2007 CIP PROJECTS Project Description Project Amount Financing Economic Development Authority 1. Downtown Redevelopment 2. General Community Redevelopment "TBD" "TBD" "TBD" "TBD" Park Department (Develo_~ment) 3. Tree Planting Program 4. Park Appurtenant Equipment 10,000.00 15,OO0.OO 10,000.00 15,000.00 Public Works (Buildings/Plant} 5. Lift Station Renovation 6. Water Filtration Plant (lrn.Drovements) 7. Industrial Circle sewer & water extension 8. CSAH 21 N. Coop Share (storm sewer, CUrb, lights) 9. Martinson Island Street Reconstruction 10. CSAH 82 Reconstruction Water Resources (Im_Drovement~ } 11: Storm Water Pond Dredging 12. Lake Bank Stabilization 13. Storm Drainage Improvements Totals ... 120,000.00 6,000,000.00 260,000.00 700,000.00 1,475,000.00 3,000,000.00 20,000.00 30,.000.00 40.000.00. 11;670,000.00 120,000.00 6,000,000.00 225,000.00 35,000.00 4O0,000.00 300,000.00 690,000.00 460,000.00 225,000.00 100,000.00 2,000,000.00 - 750,000.00 150,000.00 i00,000.00 20,000.00 30,000.00 40.000.00 11,670,000.00 Financing Source Summary $ Project Tax Levy g.f. General Fund u.f. Sewer & Water Utility Fund s.w. Storm Water Utility Fund c.p. Capital Park Fund t.r. Trunk Reserve Fund c.s. Collector Street Fund m.s. Municipal State Aid s.a. Special Assessments i.g. Intergovernmental w.r. Water Revenue Bonds Totals ... Project Amount 690,000.00 100,000.00 120 000.00 190 000.00 25 000.00 660 000.00 45O 000.00 750 000.00 685000.00 2,000,000.00 6.000.000.00 11,670,000.00 Tax Impact Dolla[' $12.95 City Cost Tax Impact Dollar Percentage c.p, u.f. s.a. t.r. t.r. C.S. 2.95 s.a t.r. g.f. I.g2 .64% S.W. S.W. S.W. Percentage 1164% 12