10 PRSR 05-12-2021 Memorandum
To: Parks and Recreation Commission
From: Michael Hecker, Parks and Recreation Director
Date: May 12, 2021
Subject: Director’s Report
This report is a monthly highlight of department activities related to recent collaborations, strategic
planning, staff changes/developments, and park operations.
Active Elk River - Orono Park & YAC
The preconstruction meeting for Orono Park was on May 5, 2021. Construction will begin May 17, 2021,
with the demolition of the parking lots and paths. The date for substantial completion is October 15. The
park, including the beach will be closed this summer. Limited access will be provided to the boat launch
on weekends only, especially Independence Day and Memorial Day weekends.
Woodland Trails Regional Park Grant Project
As discussed by the Commission, the ribbon cutting for the Woodland Trails Regional Park will be
Saturday, May 8 at 10 am. Inspection of the grant project by the DNR and (GMRPTC) Greater
Minnesota Recreation Parks & Trails Commission will be Wednesday, May 12 after which we plan
to receive the balance of the grant monies.
GNT Partners Public Engagement Event
A public engagement event to extend the Great Northern Trail to Milaca will be held on
Wednesday, June 16 from 4-7 pm at the Princeton Great Norther Railway Depot 101 10th Avenue
S., Princeton, MN 55371. RSVPs are required. Reserve your time by visiting www.SUGgnt.com
The city has been working with other jurisdictions along the GNT to develop the full length of the
trail. You input is needed to determine the preferred route from Zimmerman to Milaca. More
information is attached.
Athletic Field Analysis
The Athletic Field Analysis discussed by the Commission last month will be presented to City Council at
an upcoming work session to be determined.
Item: 10
Public Engagement Event
Princeton
Great Northern
Railway Depot
101 10th Ave., So.,
Princeton MN 55371
Wed. June 16, 2021
4-7pm
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RSVPs are required to adhere to COVID guidelines.
Reserve your time by visiting: www.SUGgnt.com
Or by contacting Gina Hugo gina.hugo@co.sherburne.mn.us 763-765-3308
Extending the Great Northern
Trail to Milaca
Partners and stakeholders have been working together on planning for
developing the full length of the Great Northern Trail for recreation. Your
input is needed to determine the preferred route from Zimmerman to
Milaca. Please provide input online through our survey at: LINK or by
attending the public event!