HomeMy WebLinkAbout2009 11-20 PRA AGENDA
Brooklyn Center Parks and Recreation Commission
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
7:00 p.m. Community Room #221,
Brooklyn Center Community Center
1. Call to Order 7: 00 p. m.
2. Roll Call
3. Approval ofAgenda
4. Approval of Minutes- October 20, 2009
S. City Council Liaison Report
6 New Business
* 2010 - 2024 Capital Improvements Program- Planned Park Improvements
7, Old Business
* Firehouse Park- Update
* Central Park Trail Construction- Update
8. Set Next Meeting Date and Agenda
January 19, 2010
9. Adjournment
MINUTES OF THE PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION
FOR THE CITY OF BROOKLYN CENTER IN THE COUNTY OF HENNEPIN AND THE
STATE OF MINNESOTA
REGULAR SESSION
OCTOBER 20, 2009
COMMUNITY ROOM #221, COMMUNITY CENTER
CALL TO ORDER
Chairperson Sorenson called the meeting to order at 7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Chair Sorenson, Commissioners Ebert, Lee and Peterson were present. Commissioners Russell,
Shinnick and Starling were absent and excused.
Also present were City Council Liaison Mark Yelich and Community Activities, Recreation and
Services Director Jim Glasoe.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
By consensus, the agenda was approved as presented.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES — September 15, 2009
There was a motion by Commissioner Peterson, seconded by Commissioner Ebert to approve the
resented. The motion
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was passed unanimously.
COUNCIL LIAISON REPORT
Councilmember Yelich shared information on a Sustainability Workshop that was being held at
the Brookdale Library on October 26 Mr. Yelich noted the workshop portion for community
members begins with a social hour at 5:00 p.m. and sessions following at 6:00 p.m.
Councilmember Yelich reported the Federal Stimulus funding for the Bass Lake Road
Streetscape Enhancement project had been received and the project would begin next spring.
Commissioners asked about the status of the former Jerry's Food site, noting that a new for sale
sign had appeared. Councilmember Yelich responded that he was not aware of any new
developments related to the site.
FIREHOUSE PARK
CARS Director Glasoe reviewed reports from the Police Department and CARS Department
regarding recommendations related to the basketball courts at Firehouse Park. Mr. Glasoe also
shared a memorandum from the City Manager detailing his recommendations.
There was much discussion regarding the reorientation of the basketball courts. CARS Director
Glasoe indicated that his recommendation to reorient the basketball court was made because
there seemed to be a corollary relationship between the full court games and the incidents. Mr.
Glasoe noted this option allowed for basketball play by area residents, but did not permit the full
court games.
Chair Sorenson responded that he was not in favor of the reorientation as it impacted the
recreational opportunities for all of the residents as a result of the actions of a few individuals.
After additional discussion, a motion was made by Commissioner Ebert and seconded by
Commissioner Lee recommending to the City Council the following regarding Firehouse Park:
1. Rim Locks are recommended to be purchased and used if future incidents occur..
2. Enhanced signage should be considered, with clear language relating to behavior
expectations.
3. Reorientation of the basketball court is not recommended at this time, as the Commission
a few individuals to determine the recreational did not want the actions of opportunities
for the majority of the residents.
The motion passed 3 -1 with Chair Sorenson, Commissioners Ebert and Lee voting Aye and
Commissioner Peterson voting Nay.
ADOPT -A -PARK CLEAN -UP
Chair Sorenson reported that the Commission cleaned Marlin and Lakeside Parks on Saturday,
October 17' ". Chair Sorenson noted that Commissioners Lee, Peterson and Peterson's son had
assisted.
CENTRAL PARK TRAIL CONSTRUCTION
CARS Director Glasoe reported the completion of the trail reconstruction on the west side of
Central Park is weather dependant. Mr. Glasoe noted, if the contractor was unable to complete
the reconstruction this season, the portion of the trail that has been removed would be replaced
and then be redone next spring.
Mr. Glasoe added the planned reconstruction was being done per Three Rivers Park District
specifications, except for the bridge abutments.
2010 -2024 CAPTIAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM- Planned Park Improvements
CARS Director Glasoe reported the 2010 -2024 Capital Improvements Plan was not ready for
action by the Commission.
Mr. Glasoe noted the planned improvements for 2010 remained the same, and he would be
bringing the final plan back to the Commission in November for a recommendation.
SET NEXT MEETING DATE
By consensus, the next meeting of the Parks and Recreation Commission was set for November
17, 2009, at 7:00 p.m. in Community Room #221 at the Brooklyn Center Community Center.
MEETING ADJOURNED
Commissioner Ebert made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Peterson to adjourn the meeting
at 7:57 p.m. The motion passed unanimously.
Storm Water Pond 60 -001
Pond 60 -001 is located west of Xerxes Avenue and south of Brooklyn Drive within Central Park.
The pond receives runoff from approximately 85 acres of upstream residential development. This
pond was constructed in 2003. By 2013, preliminary estimates indicate that approximately 30 to 40
percent of the wet volume will be lost due to sediment accumulation. The proposed work consists of
removal of sediment and installation of a skimmer structure to enhance the water quality treatment
performance of the pond.
Park and Trail Improvements
Arboretum Park South Parking Lot Reconstruction
Proposed construction includes replacement of the bituminous pavement within the south parking lot
of Arboretum Park.
Willow Lane Park Open Picnic Shelter & Park Improvements
The former Willow Lane Park building was lost to a fire in 2004. Proposed construction activities
include the installation of a small picnic shelter and installation of one security light. The picnic
shelter structure would be similar in design to the open picnic shelters located within Firehouse Park.
and Happy Hollow Park. Other miscellaneous park improvements include new fencing (wire) on the
ball field backstop and seal coating the parking lot.
Firehouse Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the entire bituminous trail system within Firehouse
Park. Extension of the north trail section to the north baseball diamond is also proposed. An eight
foot wide trail section is proposed.
Kylawn Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the bituminous trail system along the north part of
Kylawn Park and through the playground area. An eight foot trail is proposed. The south portion of
the trail system, installed in 1998, is not scheduled to be replaced.
West Palmer Park Improvements
Proposed construction activities include the replacement of the existing park building and
replacement of four park lights. The new structure is scheduled to include picnic facilities, one
unisex restroom and a small utility area. The new shelter will be consistent with the park building
constructed in Kylawn Park in 2007/2008.
Evergreen Park Fence and Tennis Court Reconstruction
Proposed construction includes replacement of the soccer field fence and gate, replacement of the
baseball and softball outfield fences_ and resurfacing the tennis courts within Evergreen Park.
Evergreen Athletic Field Lighting Replacement
Proposed construction includes replacement of the elevated outdoor lighting system for the athletic
fields located within Evergreen Park. This project includes replacement of the existing lighting
system. The project does not include substantial expansion of the current lighting system.
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Northport Park Building
Proposed construction activities include the replacement of the existing shelter building. The new
structure is scheduled to include picnic facilities, one unisex restroom and a small utility area. The
new shelter will be consistent with the park building constructed in Kylawn Park in 2007/2008.
Baseball Backstop Replacements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the baseball backstop fences at Central Park, Freeway
Park and Willow Lane Park.
Central Park Tennis Court Resurfacing
Proposed construction includes the removal of two existing tennis courts and resurfacing of the two
remaining two tennis courts within Central Park.
Willow Lane Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the trail system within Willow Lane Park. An eight
foot wide trail section is proposed.
Baseball Fence Replacement
Proposed construction includes replacement of the line fences at Central Park and East Palmer Lake
Park and the replacement of the line and outfield fences at Northport Park.
Freeway Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the trail system within Freeway Park. An eight foot
wide trail section is proposed.
Lions Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the trail system within Lions Park. Parallel biking
and walking trails would be removed and replaced with a single ten foot wide trail section.
Evergreen Park Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the bituminous trail within Evergreen Park.
Replacement of the trail along 70 Avenue is not part of the project. An eight foot wide trail section
is proposed.
Brooklyn Boulevard City Entrance Signs
Proposed improvements include painting the existing City entrance signs and cedar fences
surrounding the signs located along Brooklyn Boulevard at the Minneapolis and Brooklyn Park
borders.
69 Avenue Greenway & Cahlander Park Fence Rehabilitation
Proposed construction includes refinishing the wood fence along the north side of the 69 Avenue
greenway between Brooklyn Boulevard and Palmer Lake Drive and the privacy fence on the west
side of Cahlander Park.
West River Road Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the bituminous trail along West River Road from 73`
Avenue to 66 Avenue. A ten foot wide trail section is proposed.
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Central Park East Trail Improvements
Proposed construction includes replacement of the bituminous trail system within the eastern portion
of Central Park. The trail segment proposed for replacement is between Interstate 94 and the south
City Hall parking lot, east of Shingle Creek. A ten foot wide trail section is proposed along the main
trail corridor and an eight foot wide trail section is proposed for the adjacent pedestrian trails.
Play Ground Equipment Replacement
Proposed construction includes replacing park play ground equipment over a five year period. A
total of 20 parks with playground equipment are located within Brooklyn Center. Four parks are
scheduled for replacement each year over the five year period. An assessment of the play ground
equipment will need to be done to determine replacement priority.
Palmer Lake Trail Mill and Overlay
Proposed construction includes resurfacing of the existing trail system extending around Palmer
Lake. This trail was last reconstructed in 2005 with an expected maximum service life of 15 to 20
years due to the soil stability issues within the park area.
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