8.D.2. PRSR 03-13-2002 Item # 8.D.2.
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Park and Recreation Commission
FROM: Michele McPherso irector of Planning
DATE: March 13, 2002
SUBJECT: Review Elk River 20-Mile Race
Attachments
January 9, 2002 Park and Recreation Minutes
• As the Commission is aware,the previously titled Leukemia Race,now the Elk River 20-Mile
Race,was reviewed by the Commission at the January meeting. Commission Kuester has
requested that the Commission revisit the approval of the race,as it may be inappropriate
for the Commission to "punish" the new race organizer for the "sins" of the previous
organizer.
Park&Recreation Commission Minutes
January 9,2002
Page 3
6. Hearings/Neighborhood Discussions: None.
7. Area Recreation Update—Michele Bergh
Ms.Bergh stated that there has already been much interest in • --:o fing at Lions Park. She
also stated that the closest course is located in Buffalo. eels that it would appeal to the
adolescents in Elk River,as well as many adults. 1 so stated that this sport was extremely
popular at Winter Fest in the past;thus :a ng this a year-round sport.
Ms.Bergh stated that it has .-- challenging getting the residents accustomed to the changes
in recreation service •nfortunately,many residents who live outside the Elk River area are
unhappy wit• in-resident fees. As such,many non-residents are opting to look elsewhere
for re -. ion events and programs,and some programs have been cancelled due to lack of
icipation.
8. Park Development Progress Report -Terry Bye
Mr.Bye stated that due to a lack of cold weather,the ice rinks were delayed. The warming
house from Lake Orono was moved to Lions Park as the regular warming house was closed
due to construction. Due to the warm weather,the two rinks that have been utilized this
year are Handke Pit and Lions Park.
There has been a frost-free hydrant installed at Trott Brook and a rink has been established
but to date there has been little use.
Mr. Leeseberg presented a video tape of the construction progress made at several parks,
including Trott Brook Barn,YAC dugouts, and Lions Park.
9.A.1. Community Events: Elk River 20 Mile Race
Ms.McPherson introduced Ms.Mary Anderson who has been hired to organize the Elk
River 20 Mile Race (previously known as the Leukemia Race). The race was formerly
organized by Mr. Tom Gilgenbach.
Ms. Anderson stated that she has been involved with many races which have been
sponsored throughout the Twin Cities area,as well as in the state of Minnesota for several
years. She stated that she would be more directly involved with the 20-Mile Race this year,
as Mr.Gilgenbach is stepping down from organizing this race. She stated that the proceeds
will be going directly to the Leukemia Society, as has been in years past.
Commissioner Dana Anderson stated that in the past,the Commission was concerned with
the method of marking the race course throughout the city. Ms.Anderson stated that she
would be in favor of using chalk spray paint versus the permanent spray paint which has
been used in the past. She also stated that the chalk spray will completely dissolve with one
to two summer rains, as opposed to permanent spray paint which does not.
Ms.Anderson has completely all the forms necessary to proceed with this event. She also
plans to return (possibly in July) after the race to give feedback regarding the race and
proceeds, etc.
Park&Recreation Commission Minutes
January 9,2002
Page 4
• COMMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON MOVED TO APPROVE THE REQUEST
FOR THE USE OF THE CITY PARK(LIONS PARK)AND THE CITY AS A
WHOLE WITH THE REQUIREMENT TO IMPROVE THE COURSE
AESTHETICALLY FROM THIS EVENT'S PREVIOUS MARKINGS.
COMMISSIONER DEWALL SECONDED THE MOTION. MOTION
CARRIED 8-0.
9.B.1. Concept Review Bloomdahl Subdivision
Ms. McPherson presented a concept plan for consideration. Bloomdahl Subdivision
(Windsor Park III) is a cluster subdivision with dwellings south of
County Road 33, and additional open space and potential park land north of ' ounty
Road 33. There are two issues to be considered:
- The subdivision is split by County Road 33;therefore,th- .pplicant is
requesting open space to the north side of County Road . to be used as park
land,granting additional housing density on the south s':e of County Road 33.
- The applicant is also requesting one additional lot to e used for"community
benefit," giving the proceeds from the sale of the it to the Elk River School
District for school improvements.
Mr.Brown of Dynamics Design presented informatio• ertaining to the above and asked
for input from the commission as to whether they;ould accept the concept plan. The
commission had no disapproval of the plan,and st; 'ed that they would also like to tour the
Ash
area before it is presented as a preliminary pla,
The Commission had no comment regar.''g the "community benefit" list.
9.B.2. Case No. P 01-13 Park Dedication k Pointe
Ms.McPherson presented infor !tion the commission to reaffirm its decision regarding
park dedication for the subdiv..:on of Park Pointe for total land dedication of 5.51 acres to
include a 1.15 acre parcel(o of G)for a neighborhood park with space for a playground
structure.A second consideration for the 5-acre parcel (outlot E) to have a connection
between the two existi parks along the water's edge,if and when it becomes sub-divided.
Mr.Brown from I 'namics Design discussed the revision of the plat with the addition of
of outlot G for • tential playground use.
COMMIS ONER BRIGGS MOVED TO ACCEPT THE DEVELOPER'S
PROPO:AL. COMMISSIONER DAVE ANDERSON SECONDED THE
MOT •N. THE MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
C MMISSIONER DANA ANDERSON MOVED THAT WHEN OUTLOT E IS
LATTED, THAT 10% LAND DEDICATION BE GIVEN ALONG THE
WATER, BETWEEN THE TWO PARCELS GIVEN TO MAKE THE
CONNECTION FROM THE NORTH TO THE SOUTH. COMMISSIONER
BRIGGS SECONDED THE MOTION. THE MOTION CARRIED 8-0.
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