Parks Commission Agenda Packet 04-16-1998
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - PARKS COMMISSION
Thursday, April 16, 1998.4:30 p.m.
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Larry Nolan, Fran Fair, Earl Smith, Rick Traver, Jennifer Fearing
Call meeting to order.
Consideration of approving the minutes for the meeting on March 19, 1998.
Add items.
Discussion on park plan for Prairie West Park - Jean Emmonds
Discussion on trees down along river and islands - Larry Krampka, DNR
Review of MCP request to adopt Bridge Park.
Discussion and review of Comprehensive Park Plan.- Steve Grittman
Discussion on the cost estimates for Bridge Park Improvements.
Discussion on tree planting project for April 25, 1998. - Wanda Kraemer
Discussion on Walk and Ro1l3-on-3 basketball tournament.- Wanda Kraemer
11. Added items.
12. Adjourn.
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING - PARKS COMMISSION
Thursday, March 19,1998.4:30 a.m.
Members Present: Larry Nolan, Fran Fair, Earl Smith, Rick Traver, Jennifer Fearing
Staff Present:
Jeff O'Neill, Roger Mack, Wanda Kraemer
1. Call meetin~ to order.
The meeting was called to order by Chairman Nolan.
2. Consideration of approvin~ the minutes of the February 19. 1998 meetin~.
RICK TRAVER MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE
FEBRUARY 19, 1998 MEETING. SECONDED BY JENNIFER FEARING. Motion
passed unanimously. Commissioner Fair abstained.
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Add items.
Jeff O'Neill, Assistant Administrator, reported to the Commission all of the projects
and requests that could occur in the near future. O'Neill indicated on a city map
where all of the projects were, the size of the project, and approximate starting
date.
4.
Discussion on a PUD Concept Plan for Art Anderson Property.
Jeff O'Neill, Assistant Administrator, reported to the Parks Commission that there
was an application for a subdivision that would abut the land surrounding the
water tower . O'Neill inquired if the Commission would still like to see the area
around the water tower used as a park. The Commissioners discussed the park
and agreed this would be an ideal plaee for a park because of the view from this
area.
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Discussion on St. Henry's Project and Fallon Park.
Jeff O'Neill, Assistant Administrator, explained to the Commission the possibility
of having to relocate Fallon Park when St. Henry's Church was built. This might
occur if the road alignment is changed to accommodate the angled bridge over 1-94.
O'Neill stated if there is a need to relocate the park the City Attorney would be
contacted on the required process. O'Neill would keep the Parks Commission
aware of any changes.
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6.
Discussion on a park desi~ for an internship project.
Jean Emmonds, a student in Landscape Architecture working with the DNR,
reported to the Commission that she would like to complete a landscape plan for
Prairie West Park as an internship project for her graduation requirements.
Emmond added she had chosen Monticello through talking with Barb Esse, MCP.
Emmonds stated she was amazed at all the activity in Monticello and felt there
were a number of projects she could assist with.
Wanda Kraemer, Administrative Assistant, stated the Rotary Club had expressed
an interest in adopting Prairie West Park and if this was still in their plans
working with Jean Emmonds would be helpful. Kraemer would contact Doug
Navinkski and Grace Pederson with the Rotary Club regarding the park.
Emmonds stated she would bring back a plan to the April meeting for comments
from the Commission.
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Discussion of Comprehensive Park Plan.
Steve Grittman, City Planer, had requested the discussion of the Comprehensive
Park Plan be postponed until the April meeting.
8.
Discussion on Blue Bird Homes alon~ pathway.
Wanda Kraemer, Administrative Assistant, reported that a group at the NSP plant
had been providing nests and caring for a number of Blue Bird houses. They were
requesting the Parks commission consider adding houses along the pathway. The
houses would need to be periodically checked and clean out of unwanted predators.
The Commission discussed the project and Larry Nolan volunteered to refer this
project to the Boy Scouts. Nolan would report back at the April meeting if there
was an interest by the Boy Scouts to participate.
9. Discussion on requests that would involve the Park fund.
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Jeff O'Neill, representative from the Soccer Club, stated that 561 kids are
playing soccer in Monticello and there is a shortage of goals. O'Neill
requested the parks commission purchase four goals (one set 18x6 size and
one set 7x21 size). O'Neill reported the sport is growing so fast in the
Monticello area that has been difficult to find fields and equipment. The
Commissioners inquired if the goals would only be used by the soccer club or
if they would be available for anyone to use in the parks, the cost of the
goals, and how long the goals would last. O'Neill stated the goals would be
available to use by the community, the cost is about $1,000 for adult size and
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$800 for children, the goals should last at least ten years.
FRAN FAIR MADE A MOTION TO APPROVE, SECONDED BY RICK
TRAVER, THE PURCHASE OF TWO SETS OF SOCCER GOALS, ONE
ADULT SIZE AND ONE CHILDREN'S SIZE GOALS, UP TO A MAXIMUM
AMOUNT OF $1800.00. MOTION PASSED UNANIMOUSLY.
B. Earth Service Corps, a high school organization, requested fifteen trees to
plant on the school ground for Earth Day on April 22, 1998. The Parks
Commission was supportive of the idea however decided Earth Service Corps
students would need to wait until after the City tree planting project on
April 25. If there were trees not planted that day the Earth Service Corps
organization would be considered.
C. Fran Fair inquired as to the type of trees that will be planted in Bridge
Park. Fair also requested Roger Mack have the stumps removed from
Bridge Park as soon as possible. Mack stated he would call the contractor
and request this be taken care of.
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Discussion on bud~et items for 1998.
A. Pathway/John Bondhus - Jeff O'Neill reported that he and Wanda Kraemer
had met with John Bondhus regarding the pathway along the river. O'Neill
stated that Bondhus had indicated the pathway would be a nice amenity for
the City but at this time was not in favor of it along his property. After the
storm last summer, Bondhus had lost many trees and had done extensive
landscaping in the area the pathway would be constructed.
11. Discussion on the City Wide Clean Up and the Tree Plantine- Project -April 25.
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Roger Mack reported the trees were being stored in a refrigerated truck to keep the
temperature consistent. The location map showing where all the trees were being
planted was discussed. Mack explained the area were assessed as to what type
and height the trees should be. Wanda Kraemer explained that the campaigned
for volunteers to help was going very well, ribbons would be placed on all the newly
planted trees. Kraemer added that articles were also being placed in the Times for
more community awareness.
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Kraemer reported that all of the Monticello Schools were willing to help with clean
up on April 22, 1998 which is Earth Day. Larry Nolan suggested the City send
certificates of appreciation to the schools. All of the Commissioners were willing to
help with the project.
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12.
Discussion on three-on-three basketball tournament for WRlk & Roll.
Wanda Kraemer, Administrative Assistant, stated that the Community Education
is willing to work with the Parks Commission on setting up a three-on-three
basketball tournament for Walk & Roll. Kraemer would be meeting with
Community Ed the first week in April.
13. Updates:
A. Community Center - Jeff O'Neill informed the Commission that the ground
breaking for the community center would be in October of 1998.
B. MCP - Fran Fair reported that MCP was going to adopt East and West
Bridge Park.
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Irrigation - Roger Mack reported an irrigations system would be installed in
Ellision park this Spring but Mack decided to wait until the plans were
completed on the design for Bridge park before installing the irrigation
system. Fran Fair stated they would need some type of irrigation if any
plantings were going to survive in Bridge Park. Mack would hook up a
temporary hose that could be used until the permanent system was in place.
D. Trash Containers for pathway - Earl Smith would check with the committee
at NSP to see if there was still an interest to donate trash containers along
the pathway.
E. Bridge Park Design - Jeff O'Neill reported the next step would be to get cost
estimates on this project. He would refer this to the City Engineer.
14. Added Items.
There were no added items.
15. Adjourn.
JENNIFER FEARING MADE A MOTION TO ADJOURN THE MEETING.
SECONDED BY EARL SMITH. Motion passed unanimously.
Wanda Kraemer
Administrative Assistant
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Review ofMCP request to adopt Brid~e Park
Parks Conunission Agenda - 4/16/98
A letter and plan submitted by Rita illrich, Executive Director ofMCP is
enclosed.
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Monticello Community Partners
PO Box 984
Monticello MN 55362
295.0999
MEMO
April 9, 1998
To: Monticello Parks Commission
From: Rita Ulrich, Executive Director ~
Re: MCP Aoplication to Adoot East Bridee Park
As you know, Monticello Community Partners would like to formally adopt East Bridge Park.
Our application, with the planting layout, is attached. We understand that some adjustments
may need to be made if the decision is made to proceed with the NAC Bridge Park plan this
year. We will be happy to work with the Parks Commission. NAC and the new Parks
Superintendent in making any changes.
We look forward to working with you on this project.
cc: Barbara Esse, MCP Chair
Pam Campbell. MCP Design Committee Chair
Fran Fair
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ADOPT -AN-AREA APPLICA nON
FOR EAST BRIDGE PARK
BY MONTICELLO COMMUNITY PARTNERS
APRIL 8, 1998
In the interest of downtown revitalization, the Monticello Community Partners has voted to "adopt"
East Bridge Park for the 1998 and 1999 season.
Monticello Community Partners agrees to provide volunteer labor to accomplish the following:
Collect seasonal debris from East Bridge Park (i.e. sand and salt in the spring and shrub
trimmings in the fall) and either dump them in the on-site garbage can or pile them for city
collection in the parking lot.
Buy all needed supplies and transport them to East Bridge Park.
Prepare the annual flower beds. This includes rototilling, spreading needed soil additives
such as peat moss, as well as applying fertilizer and weed preventer.
Design the color scheme and layout and choose the appropriate annuals.
Plant the annuals. See attached site plan.
Re-setting and replacing the identification stakes.
Weeding, mulching, and watering all beds. 0N atering until such time as irrigation system
is installed.)
Trimming the shrubs in the fall, lilacs after bloom in the spring.
Pulling the annuals in the fall.
Dividing the perennials as needed. (Every 3-4 years.)
Repairing any damage by vandalism. Typical vandalism has included theft and damage due
to skateboards and bicycles.
It is our understanding that the City will maintain the hardscape, such as the stairway, the railing, the
benches and the curbs. The City will also remove any stumps and assist in planting large trees if
necessary. The City will collect debris piled in the parking lot if it is too big to fit in the on-site
garbage can.
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As you are aware, since 1991 the enhancements to East Bridge Park have been funded privately. It
is our understanding that there are funds available to provide the needed supplies for East Bridge
Park. The following is an estimated cost list.
15 flats of annuals @ $10 - $12 ea.
Soil Enhancements (peat Moss, Compost) 26 co.ft. Bags @ $13.00
10# Plant Starter (preen, Miracle-Gro) 1 box @ $8.00
40# Fertilizer (10-10-10) 2 @ $10.00
20# Weed Preventef (Treflan) 2 @ 18.00
1 - 2 Large Trees to shade the Hosta bed @ $75.00 ea.
1 Bag of Lime for Lilacs @ $5.00
Wood Chips / Mulch (provided by City)
$180.00
$26.00
$8.00
$20.00
$36.00
$150.00
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Discussion on the cost estimates for Bridge Park Improvements,
The following cost estimates completed by the Bret Weiss. City Engineer are enclosed.
The costs are higher than originally discussed paritally due to the other projects included
such as the extension of Walnut Street and the relocation of the lift station. City Staff
decided this should be discussed at the Parks Commission meeting futher before sending
to the City Council.
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Memorandum
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Honorable Mayor and City COlmcu
City of Monticello
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Brei A. Weiss, P.E.
City Engine(lr
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April 9, 1998
Re:
Bridge Park Improvements Cost Estimate
WSB Project No. 2014.00
This cost estimate addresses the recently completed Bridge Park Improvement Study lhat was intended
to beautify and enhance a major entry point into the City. Localed al the Trunk Highway (TH) 25
intersection with East River Street, the park provides an opportunity to create a gateway into the City
that demonstrates the pride and character of Monticello.
The cOst estimates address the various items included with the Hridge Pack lmprovemf:nt Study
completed by Northwest Associated Consultants. The items arc sepamted inlo West side and East side
improvements. All costs are project costs and include a 10% contingency and 28% indirect cosls added
to thc construction cost estimates. A summary is included at the end of this memo for cach phase.
The foHowing itcms pertain to the West Bridge Park area:
1. Sanitary Sewer Relocation $32,400
This item includes replacement ofthe existing to" vcr sanitary sewer from its current location
across the park with a 12" PVC sewer on a perimeter alignment along Walnui Street and East
River Street to a new lift station. The project cost includes a 4" service line to the existing
Brick Park shelter building. No information regarding the currcnt elcvation and grade or lhis
sewer was available in completing this itcm.
2. Sanitary Lift Station 584,500
This item includes the removal and disposal of the existing wet well and pump house and
construction of a submersible pump station_ The submersible pump stations are low profile
and will be minimally visible to the public. Given this, our recommendation is to construct the
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station near the existing site to minimize cost. The City has an opportunity to examine the
desired capacity of this station during design.
3. 8' Wide Sidewalks and Patios $29,5I1U
This item includes all sidewalks. paths and patios in the West Hridge Park area except tor the
Ice Rink, street sidewalk, and the Under-3ridge lookout area. The typical :icction is 4tssumed
at 4" concrete on a sand subgrade.
4. Ice Rink $51,000
This item includes the concrete ice rink pad south of the existing brick building. The rink is
proposed to be 5" concrete with a minimal slope the center of the rink. The invcrted rink will
facilitate the free:ling ofilie skating surface in the winter while the storm dnlin utthe low point
will keep the walk free of bird baths during the warmer months. The storm sewer drain is
included in the cost estimate.
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S' Sidewalk Along Walnut Street and East River Street $20,000
This item includes the sidewalks and intersection Jill areas on Walnul and East River Streets
with a color patterning at the TH 25 intersection. This sidewalk is assumcd with an 8' width
because of the likelihood of high pedestrian traffic associated with the park.
6. Fence 540,000
This item includes the "Monticello Rail" tence. This price is tor thc WCSt side of thf:
intersection only. The cost is based on the quote received from the Chowen Welding Company.
7. Walnut Street Improvement North of East River Street $39,500
This item includes removal of the ex.isting pavement and curb and gulleT. paving with 4"
asphalt/6" granular section 48' wide with 60 degree perpendicular parking on both sidcs of the
street, segmental block retaining wall on the west ~ide, and the conver$inn nf Walnl.lt Street to
one way (north).
8. Walnut Street Improvement South of F.ast River Str~~t $39,50(t
This item includes the paving, demolition, and storm sewer required for the connection off :as!
River Street and Walnut Street to the south. The existing condition has Walnut Street
approximately 5' above East River Street. The reconstrucLion of a large portion of Walnut
SLreel (1.50 linear feel) and the parking lot cast of Walnut Street will be required. The removal
ofa concrete stair and two catch basins. as well as the construction of sidewalk, curb and gutter
and sitc grading, are also included in the cost estimate.
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9. Demolition of Existing Structure., $8,500
This item includes removal and disposal of the existing shelter, playground equipment and
gravel parking lot.
10. PlaY2round Equipment $35,000
This item includes miscellaneous playground equipment, handicapped accessihle equipment
and surface, and edging to keep sand in playground area. The estimatetl amount can vary
depending on the type and quantity of equipment desired by the City.
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Sand
This item ineludes granular material, 12" thick around the playground equipment.
$2,500
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Sod $ 12,(jOO
This item includes the sod for all disturbed areas in the West Bridge Park area. Jf desired. seed
can be used instead of sod with the obvious drawback ofa longer gruwth period bctbrc use or
the facility can begin. Seed would be less expensive.
13. Gazebo Improvements $8,500
This item includes raising the roof3',l.ldding deconltive railing, adding a weather vane lO the
lOp, p<linting the structure white and re-shingling thc rool:
14. Terrace Wall $26,000
This item includes the segmental block retaining walls along TH 25 and East River Street. The
wall is assumed to average 4' high with a maximum height of 5'.
IS. Lighting $35,000
This item includes decorative single globe lighting posts along the paths and sidewalks.
16. Irri2ation System $lS,SOO
The irrigation system is included to facilitate the centering of pl~lnts and grass. The system wi 11
include automatie timers, pop-up sprinkler heads, and spray nozzles.
17. Plantings $17,500
This Itcm includes 2" caliper trees and low cover shrnhhery and hedgerow along TH 25 ami
East River Street.
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l8. Eleetriulliury
No cost has been estimated for item as NSP has not had the opportunity to review tht: phm. Tht:
cost figures will be forwarded as soon a... they become available.
19. Fishillg Pier
We have no cosl available for lhis ilem. We have noted it as a possibilily with this project and
will eslimate a cost ifil becomes a desired option.
The lbllowing items are included for the East Bridge Park only
1. 8' Wide sidewalks 56,000
This ilem includes the path along the Mississippi River exclusive of the under-bridge walkout
and the sidewalk/vehicle aceess from Walnut Street to the brick building.
2.
8' Sidewalk AlonE East River Street 517,000
This item includes the sidewalks and intersection fill areas on East River Street with a color
pancrning at the TH 2S intersection. This aidewalk i5 assumed with an 8' width because of the
likelihood of high pedeslrian traffic associated with thc park.
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8' Axgregate Path 51.800
Thi s item includes the 8' aggregate path that winds through the East Bridge Park. The aggregate
section is assumed at 6" thick.
4. Ramp to East River Street 52.400
This item includes an 8' wide concrete ramp from Ea..t River Street to Easl Bridge Park. Lik~
the other sidewalk items. this is assumed at 4" thick.
S. Terraee Wan 526,000
This item includes the segmental block retaining walls along TH 2S and East River Strcet. The
wall is assumed to average 4' high with a maximum height of 5'.
6. Sod 512.600
This item includes the sod for all disturbed areas in the East Bridge Park area. If desired. seed
can be used instead of sod with the obvious drawback of a longer growth period before use of
the facility can begin. Seed would be less expensive.
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1. Fence $40,000
This item includes the "Monticello Rail" fence. This price is for the east side of the intcrsection
only. The cost is based on the quote received from the Chowen Welding Company.
8. Lighting $32.000
This item includes decorative single globe lighting posts along the paths and sidewalks.
9. Irrigation $15.500
The irrigation system is included to tacilitate the ccntel'ing ofph.mts and grac;,!;. The system will
include automatic timers, pop-up sprinkler heads, and spray n07.7.les.
10. Planting! $8.500
This Item includes 2" ealiper trees, low cover shrubbery and hedgerow along TH 25 and East
River Street.
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Under Bridge Walkway $75,600
This item includes the widened walkway undcrTH 25, with retaining wall, railing and concrete
surface. Because work will take place in the Mississippi River flood plain and in Mn/DOT
right~of.way. the permit process will be very involved. This additional prol:~SS cost is included
above.
Summary of ..:stimated Project Costs
Walnut Street south of East River Street
Walnut Street north of East River Street
Sanitary Sewer Relocation incl. Lift Station
West Bridge Park Improvements
J-o:Sst Park Improvements
Under Bridge Walkway
Total
$39.500
$39,500
$1 J 6.900
$30 t .600
$161.800
$75.600
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Please contact me at 54 t 4800 with any questions or comments.
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"Round Robin"
3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
"Walk and Roll" Pathway Celebration
Saturday, May 30, 1998
5 - 6th Grades ........................................... 9:00 AM
7 - 8th Grades .......................................... 10:00 AM
9 - 12th Grades ......................................... 11:00 AM
There will be 4 teams (girls/boys) in each grade category. Players must attend Monticello Schools
or be residents of the school district. All teams play 3 games. The team with the most wins will
win a cash prize. If there is a tie, a tie breaking procedure will be used. (Varsity Team Players
are not eligible to play, we have invited them to referee the games.)
Adult Team Contact:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
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Thisform must be returned by May 22.1998.
First teams to sign-up will be in the tournament.
Sponsored by the Monticello Parks Commission and Monticello Community Education
Return forms to:
Monticello Community Education, PO Box 897. Monticello MN 55362
Questions call: Duane Gates 295-2915 or Wanda Kraemer 295.2711
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Comprehensive
Parks & Trails
Master Plan
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INVENTORY
INTRODUCTION
The City of Monticello is located on the northern
boundary of Wright County, 12 miles from the
northeastern comer of the County. The City is
located on the Mississippi River, adjacent to
Sherburne County. Monticello is 40 miles
northwest of Minneapolis and 27 miles southeast
of St. Cloud on Interstate 94. In addition to the
interstate and Mississippi River, State Highway
25 passes through the Central Business District
within the City, and the Great River Road passes
east and west through the City.
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Presently, Monticello serves primarily as an
agricultural service center and commercial center
for the surrounding areas of Wright and
Sherburne Counties. The general area is
experiencing growth pressures from the
urbanization spill over of the Twin Cities
Metropolitan Area. At an increasing rate, more
and more people are establishing their residence
in the counties and townships surrounding the
Twin Cities and commuting to their work places
in the Twin Cities. Wright and Sherburne
Counties are two of the fastest growing counties
in the State of Minnesota.
The City of Monticello, as it stretches out along
the Mississippi, contains approximately 3,500
acres of land, or 5.5 square miles. Nearly 50
percent of the City's current land area is devoted
to existing or future residential land use. There
are an additional nine square miles lying within
the Orderly Annexation Area, which as
urbanized shall be annexed.
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The City population shows steady and
methodical growth since 1970. The 1990 Census
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listed the population of Monticello at 5,045.
This represents a 77 percent increase over the
population of 2,830 in 1980. The current
estimate as of the end of 1996 puts the
population of Monticello at 6,334. The current
trends in population growth project a population
for the City of Monticello of 6,720 in the year
2000.
In addition, adjacent townships have grown
appreciably as well. The population of the areas
within five miles of Monticello has grown from
3,588 in 1980 to 3,981 in 1990 and has been
estimated at 4,212 in 1996. This growth has
implication for the Monticello park system, as
the residents living in adjoining townships use
Monticello's regional parks as their own. Parks
are not provided in township areas.
With a larger and more compact population base
comes a strong need for open space in the form
of parks and recreational areas. Although the
disappearance of natural open space and
recreation areas may seem to be in the distant
future, urbanization is quickly changing the
natural setting.
MONTICELLO CO:MPREHENSIVE
PARKS PLAN
In response to the need for open space areas and
the pressures of increased growth, the City has
opted to prepare a Comprehensive Park and Trail
System Plan for recreational development to
meet the park and trail needs which have arisen
and which are expected to continue as population
increases.
Monticello Comprehensive Parks Pwn
Inventory
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Inventory: Page 2
PLAN OBJECTIVES
Following are the major objectives of this plan:
1) provide an inventory of City characteristics,
existing recreation facilities, and proposed
facilities; 2) outline a summary of goals and
needs with regard to park and recreation
development; 3) outline general City policies
regarding park and trail development; 4)
provide a program for implementing the plan,
including capital improvement programming;
and 5) provide a context for tree planting. The
general goal of the plan is to establish a strategy
for maximizing development of park and
recreation facilities that will meet the needs of
residents and visitors to the City of Monticello.
AUTIIORITY AND IDENTITY OF
. PLANNING GROUP
Recreation planning within the City of
Monticello is conducted by the City staff and the
Parks and Recreation Commission. The
Assistant City Administrator and the Parks
Superintendent provide staff support to the Parks
Commission, made up of five citizens appointed
by the Council including one ex -officio Council
member, which makes its recommendations to
the City Council for final approval. The City, in
,conjunction with the School District and
Township, conducted an extensive park and
recreation needs survey, the results of which will
become integral to the planning process. The
ongoing task of reviewing and revising this plan
and implementation of the plan shall fall
primarily with the Parks Commission, City staff,
and City Council.
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The City currently has 19 parks with a total of
approximately 840 acres. Ten of these parks are
semi to fully developed. Three of the parks are
currently undeveloped. There is quite a variety
in the themes and development of the parks
within the City of Monticello. Parks range from
quiet, serene parks located along the river such
as Ellison Park, to more active community parks
such as Bridge Park along Highway 25 and the
Mississippi River.
Following is a brief description of some of the
City-owned parks within the City of Monticello.
EXISTING CITY PARKS
The City of Monticello currently owns and
maintains 16 parks. The existing parks offer
important recreational benefits to the community
residents and are also crucial destination points
related to the establishment of trails. The
following is a description of the City-owned
parks.
Bridge Park (East and weSt)
East and West Bridge Park is located along the
Mississippi River near the center of town and is
split by Highway 25 at the bridge crossing.
While joined by a walkway which extends under
the bridges, each side of this community park
has its own character. West Bridge Park has a
community building/ warming house with rest
rooms, a play lot, horseshoes, ice skating rink,
and picnic facilities. East Bridge Park is more of
a passive park facility which includes an
arboretum, a sliding hill and a view of Browns
Island on the Mississippi. Both parks have off-
street parking areas available. East and West
Bridge Parks are a combined 4.7 acres.
Inventory: Page 3
Ellison Park
Ellison Park, located on approximately 4.2
acres, is on the easterly end of the City along the
Mississippi River. Facilities include a shelter
with rest room facilities, a creative play area, tot
recreational equipment, and swings for the
handicapped. The community park has a very
relaxing, passive atmosphere with several park
benches, barbeques, parking, and a boat launch.
This park also features a small band shelter and
is a popular place for Summer concerts and get-
together and has been the site for the City's
Riverfest celebration. Currently, the park shelter
is available on a first come/first serve basis for
private parties. It is typical to have the shelter
reserved each day of each weekend during the
Summer.
4th Street Park
4th Street Park is a community park, one block
in area, and is located at the southeastern portion
of the old town area. The park includes one
small ball diamond, a tot lot, ice skating
facilities, including recreational skating and a
hockey rink, a shelter with rest rooms, and off-
street parking. The skating rink includes
lighting.
City/NSP Ballfields
This community park is located south of the NSP
Training Center on the west side of Monticello
on 14 acres. The park features three softball
fields and one baseball diamond. Two of the
four fields are lit for night games. On the off-
season, the baseball and softball fields are
converted to soccer/football field use.
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Balboul Park
Balboul Park is located along the westerly
portion of the community and is bordered on the
south by 1-94. This mini park serves a relatively
small neighborhood. It currently has play
facilities as well as picnic facilities. Much of the
2.7 acres of the park is limited due to the
wetland located on the site.
Hillcrest Park
This park is located in the westerly portion of the
community serving the Hillcrest development
area. The park consists of skating facilities and
a play lot, picnic facilities, and a ball diamond.
Fallon A venue Park
A small, one-half acre mini park on 7th Street.
This park near the Little Mountain Settlement
and the historic Rand mansion has a playground
and a picnic table.
Mississippi Drive Park
This .9 acre undeveloped mini park on
Mississippi Drive is primarily undeveloped.
Battle Rapids Park
This two acre park on the east side of town on
the Mississippi is a community park used as a
public fishing area.
Freeway Fields Park
A 5.5 acre community park on the east side of
town that has a soccer/football field, a basketball
court, a little league ballfield, and a softball
. field.
Inventory: Page 4
Meadow Oak Park
This scenic 6.5 acre neighborhood park is
designed for passive use and has picnic tables
and a nature trail. The existing playground
equipment was destroyed in the 1997 storm. The
City has recently installed a basketball court on
the park property.
Ten percent of the park property is within power
line easement and 25 percent of the park is
wetland.
Oak Ridge Park
This neighborhood park, composed of
approximately 13 acres, is mostly wetland and
provides an open space amenity for the homes
that surround it.
Cardinal Hills Park
Cardinal Hills Park is approximately three acres
located in the southeastern area of the City.
There is a volleyball and picnic area on the
property which is located across from the Little
Mountain Elementary School.
Country Club Manor
This 1.5 acre neighborhood par-k is surrounded
by residences and has a playground, ballfield,
volleyball, and picnic tables.
Par West Park
This five acre park is completely within an NSP
power line easement and includes a playground,
a local ballfield, a basketball court, a vita course
and picnic tables.
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The Meadows Park
This 3.3 acre park is all wetland and is utilized
as open space.
PLANNED FUTURE CITY PARKS
East Meadow Oaks Park
As part of a new plat on the Shermer property,
a neighborhood park is being planned which
would have a basketball and/or volleyball court
and pathways.
Little Mountain Park
There is hopes that a future park can be
established near the water tower, that is not
within the City limits at this time.
River Mill Park
Located between Interstate 94 and CSAH 39 on
the east side of town is a seven acre park
property which is currently undeveloped and
which in the future will include a playground,
sliding hill, ballfield, and soccer field. The park
will serve as a neighborhood park for the area.
Inventory: Page 5
Cardinal Hills Park Tot Lot
A tot lot play area is planned to be constructed
on a small public parcel within the Cardinal Hills
area in 1998.
Klein Farms Park (Lions Park)
A 16 acre parcel is owned by the City as the
result of the Klein Farms residential
development. The design of this undeveloped
park is currently being developed by the City
with assistance by the Lions Club. Within the
community park, it is anticipated that there will
be a play area, a community building with rest
rooms, a picnic area with shelters, off-street
parking, and nature trails.
Outlot A - Country Club Manor
A two acre park is planned for the outlot to the
east of Country Club Manor when it is
developed. A playground, local ballfields, and
basketball court is presently planned for this
location.
Prairie West Park
With the assistance of the Rotary Club, the City
is plaiming a small park area on the west side of
town where CSAH 75 and. the Burlington
Northern Railroad right-of-way meets. It is
anticipated that this park will highlight native
prairies and will include a gazebo or information
center.
Monticello Comprehensive Parks Plan
Inventory
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EXISTING COUNTY PARKS
Montissippi Park
This 170 acre County park is located at the
northwest corner of the City on the river, and
operated by the Wright County park system.
This park features picnic facilities, rest room
facilities, hiking trails, and a boat launch.
EXISTING STATE PARKS
Lake Maria State Park
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Located seven miles west of Monticello off of
County Road 39, the State park is a favorite spot
for hiking, horseback riding and cross-country
skiing. It has a network of trails, plus a trail
center, a lakeshore picnic area and a limited
number of back pack camp sites. The park also
has a group campsite facility. In the Winter,
Anderson Hill is a popular place for sliding and
a log cabin with a wood heater is available for
rental. In conjunction with Monticello
Community Education, the park offers
interpretative programs throughout the year.
Vehicle pennits are needed to drive into the park
and can be purchased on a daily or seasonal
basis.
SCHOOL/CITY RECREATIONAL
FACILITIES
The Monticello School District makes its
recreational facilities at the several schools
available for public use. These facilities include
a gymnasium, football, limited baseball and
softball fields, a swimming pool, and various
. indoor recreational activities and equipment.
Inventory: Page 6
The School District provides all Summer
recreational programming through the
community education office. As part of its
annual budget, the City contributes to the
community education office for this service.
The Pinewood School playground features five
softball fields, a batting cage, a basketball court,
four tennis courts, and the popular Magic
Kingdom playground and picnic area.
Monticello Middle School, constructed in 1986,
includes three softball fields and one baseball
field.
Monticello Senior High has a baseball field, four
tennis courts, two indoor racquetball courts,
indoor batting cage, and an indoor pool. Again,
these facilities are open to the public during off-
school hours and serve to supplement the
recreation facilities provided by the City.
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EXISTING MONTICELLO PARKS
Park Name Acreage Park Class Area Cond i tion/Comments
City Parks:
Ellison 4.2 Community Central Exce Ilenl cond i tionl overcrowded
East/West Bridge 4.7 Community Central Good cond i tion/ overcrowded
Fallon Avenue .5 Mini Central Fair condition/tot lot only
4th Street 2.6 Community Central Excellent condition/Winter hockey use
Mississippi Drive .9 Mini Northeast Undeveloped
River Mill 7.0 Neighborhood Northwest Undeveloped/planned for development
Battle Rapids 2.0 Community Northwest Undeveloped/fishing only
Meadow Oak 6.4 Neighborhood East Excellent condition/25% wet1and/l0% power line easement
Freeway Fields 5.5 Community East U ndeveloped/planned for development
Oak Ridge 13.0 Neigh borhood East Undeveloped/ fu ture Ira i I connections
Klein Farms (Lions Park) 16.0 Community South Undeveloped/planned for development
Cardinal Hills 3.0 N ei ghborhood South Excellent condition/passive picnic area
Cardinal mfls Tot Lot .75 Mini South Undeveloped/planned for development
Country Club 1.5 Neigh borhood Southwest Good condition/poor street access
Ballfields - NSP 14.0 Community West Excellent condition/paving needed
Balboul 2.7 Mini West Poor condilion/lOO% wetland
Par West 5.0 Neighborhood West Poor condition/IOO% power line casement
Meadows 3.3 Neighborl.lOod West U ndcvelopa b I ell 00 % wet I and
Hillcrest 1.9 Neighborhood Northwest fa i r cOlldi tion/1 ()() % power Ii nc casemc nt
TOTAL CITY PARKS 97.65
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Other Recreation Facilities:
Monticello Senior High 8.0 Community Central Good condition/fenced except tennis
Monticello Middle School 7.0 Community South Good condition/poor grounds maintenance
Little Mountaio Elem School 5.0 Community South Good condition/two baUfields and playground
Pinewood School 6.0 Community West Central Good condition/poor grounds maintenance
Magic Kingdom 1.0 Community West Central Excellent condition/needs lighting and rest room
Montissippi County Park 170.0 Community Northwest Fair condition/excellent potential
TOTAL OTHER PARKS 197.0
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POLICY PLAN
INTRODUCTION
Park and recreation planning in any community
occurs at three levels. Maps and plans provide
graphic visualization of physical resources. But
no matter how extensive, they cannot anticipate
every eventuality. Growth in the City may occur
in new locations which the Comprehensive Parks
Plan does not expect or it may occur much faster
or slower than originally thought. Proposed land
use types and streets may have to be changed in
response to present day circumstances which will
in turn alter the planned park and trail system.
For this reason, polices are developed which can
be applied to new situations.
The Policy Plan is the fust and most critical part
of the planning process. It is a strategic
management tool which reflects the community's
general treatment of its recreation facilities and
services, and provides more detailed guidance on
park/trail development and maintenance
standards. Community recreation standards are
the means by which a City can express their
goals and objectives in quantitative tenns, which
in turn can be translated into spatial requirements
for physical resources.
GOALS
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Provide areas and facilities that help meet
the recreation needs of the community
and neighbors.
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Establish recreational areas and facilities
designed to satisfy the social, community
and recreation needs of all age groups.
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Provide safe, accessible, and organized
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sidewalk/trail facilities for pedestrian,
bicycles and non-motorized transportation
movement throughout the City.
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Promote and encourage citizen
involvement in park, trail and recreation
development plans.
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Create and maintain a comprehensive
park system that provides for future
recreation needs for the overall
community, as well as individual
neighborhoods.
OVERALL PARK AND TRAIL SYSTEM
POLICIES
1.
Update physical plans and related
documents as necessary to respond to
changes in goals, needs, priorities, and
budget.
2,
Adopt park master plans prior to any
major development. Obtain input via the
public hearing process.
3.
Promote public participation in the
planning process via the Parks and
Recreation Commission to host a forum
for open discussion of issues.
4.
Promote integration with other City
activities, services, and facilities.
5.
Identify the means by which to
implement park/trail administration and
operations (i.e., by the Planning
Commission and City Council policies,
procedures, and ordinances),
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6.
The Parks and Recreation Commission
shall review and make recommendation
to the City Council on all aspects of
park/trail planning, design, acquisition,
development, and maintenance.
7.
The City shall achieve an equitable
distribution of park lands, trails,
recreational facilities, and programs
throughout the community.
ACQUISITION POLICIES
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1. Acquisition of land for future park and
trail development will be a high priority
for the City and shall be acquired
(preferably through dedication or
purchase) in advance of actual need in
order to ensure its protection,
availability, and to avoid future
development pressures which may result
in lack of prime land area or higher
acquisition costs.
2. Land shall be acquired to serve all
recreational, open space, and
transportation needs of the residents of
both a neighborhood and community-
wide basis.
3.
Lands shall be acquired according to need
in differing areas of the City in
compliance with the Park Classification
Guidelines contained herein as well as
needs analysis by the Parks and
Recreation Commission.
4.
When determining park size, unusable
land areas such as wetlands,
drainageways, floodplain areas, etc.
should not be included in the acreage
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calculation, but may be accepted as a
portion of the recreational system for
aesthetic, environmental or wildlife
preservation purposes.
5.
Land acquired will remain as easily
maintainable open space until it IS
financially feasible for the City to
develop and maintain more intense
recreational facilities.
6.
Besides the standard recreational
programs and facilities typically
recognized by the City, consideration
should be given to the following areas:
a. Historic preservation.
b. Cultural enrichment.
c. Facilities for the handicapped/
disabled.
d. Public activity areas and facilities
III employment centers or
privately owned developments.
e. Organized sports and recreational
activities.
f. Teen programs and facilities.
g. Senior citizen programs and
facilities.
h. Areas for nature preservation.
7.
Land shall be acquired from developers
or landowners when it is consistent with
the adopted Comprehensive Parks Plan or
when alternate areas have been evaluated
based on park and trail policies and are in
keeping with the intent of this plan. In
other areas which serve no system
purpose, owners of land shall contribute
cash to be used in the purchase and/or
development of community recreational
areas when the need for land is not
apparent.
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Where possible, the City shall consider
acq uiring high amenity landscapes or
park land which includes unique or
limited features such as lake frontage,
wetlands, quality views or special
attention areas through dedication or
purchase.
9.
Land for parks or trails may be acquired
through dedication, purchase, eminent
domain, donation, or other means
appropriate to the situation including
easements or leases.
10.
Joint use agreements between the City of
Monticello and other government entities
should be pursued and developed.
11.
The sources of funds to be utilized for
acquisition may include park/trail
dedication fund, general fund, capital
improvement program, bond issuance,
grant programs, or any other source
appropriate to the situation.
Access to park and trail areas within
residential subdivisions must be provided
by developers from public rights-of-way
and/or adjacent lands at minimum
standards established within this
document (refer to following policies for
details regarding this provision).
The Monticello Parks and Recreation
Commission shall review and submit
recommendation to the City Council on
all park and trail land acquisition issues.
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PROGRAMMING/DEVELOPMENT
POLICIES
I. Create, maintain and update an attractive,
diverse, and interesting system of urban
and rural parks/trails including, but not
limited to, multi-use trails (for
pedestrians, bicycles, roller skates/in line
skates, and skate boards), sidewalks,
nature or hiking paths, and cross country
ski trails (multi-use trails during the
Winter).
2.
Create a City-wide park and trail system
designed to minimize conflicts between
pedestrians and motor vehicles and
provide safe bike/pedestrian access to
parks where feasible.
3.
Facility development priorities should
reflect the needs of the fastest growing
age groups. Types of facilities should
match emerging needs of the population.
4.
Minimize construction costs whenever
possible by installing parks or trails in
conjunction with other planned
improvements at the state, county, and
city level.
5.
Upon development of recreation
facilities, they shall be appropriate to the
areas in which they are located, both with
respect to their integration into the
social/physical setting and to their
potential for creating conflicts with
neighboring property owners.
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Park and trail development should
minimize impacts on adjacent properties
(existing or planned home sites) through
provisions for, but not limited to:
a. Adequate off-street parking.
b. Appropriate orientation and
location of buildings and activity
areas.
c. Screening, buffering, and
landscaping.
d. Adequate setbacks and physical
separation.
7.
Future _ parks shall have good public
access. No more than two sides of the
park shall be bounded by residences.
8.
Utilize abandoned railroad rights-of-way
or utility easements for trails or linear
parks where appropriate to promote space
conservation and aesthetic improvements.
Plan for the future utilization of the
Burlington Northern right-of-way for a
trail corridor.
9.
The Planning Commission shall review
park dedication fees on a biannual basis
to ensure compatibility with land costs (to
be equitable with developers required to
dedicate land) and with the City's needs
or planned improvement costs.
10.
Promote the establishment of parks and
trails within new subdivisions and
redevelopment areas which are
appropriate to the impacts of additional
homes/people on the park and trail
system and which are to be installed by
the developer/landowner.
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Through the utilization of park dedication
funds or other possible means, work to
upgrade existing trails and establish new
trails within existing neighborhoods and
developed portions of the City which
complement and provide connection to
other community or regional trails.
Encourage the private sector and
community organizations to provide
recreational opportunities, facilities,
equipment or services whenever possible.
Unsolicited gifts and donations toward
the community recreation system will be
accepted by the City if they are free of
obligations or impacts which limit use
later, do not offend other segments of the
community, do not have hidden costs for
development or maintenance which is
beyond the City's fmancial resources,
and are in the City's best interest. The
City will not accept land encumbered by
power lines as park dedication areas.
14.
V olunteer efforts shall be utilized when
possible to help in the implementation,
maintenance or expansion of the City's
recreational elements.
15.
Coordinate facility development with the
needs of community residents, athletic
associations, civic groups, etc.
16.
Attempt to preserve existing inherent
physical site amenities and attributes
(natural or man-made) and encourage the
establishment of new site amenities when
planning and developing park areas.
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17. When practical, parks should include
conservancy open space that preserves
forest, wetlands, etc.
18. Consider the long term costs of
maintenance and operation in a facility's
design and development.
19. Ensure that the proper right-of-way
widths are dedicated or easements are
established for sidewalks and trails during
the subdivision process.
20. Pursue park and recreation grants to
develop parks and trails.
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TRAIL FACILITY PURPOSE AND DESIGN
POLICIES
1. Establish trail facilities which provide
recreational as well as functional uses.
2. Establish trail corridors that minimize
stop signs, cross traffic, and mixing with
other modes of transportation.
3. The types of trails to be used as the basis
of planning and development are as
follows:
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a. On-Street Trails/Paved Shoulders:
These trails share the same paved
surface as the roadway that they
follow. They can be designed for
multiple uses and may be located
on one or both sides of the street.
The City's trail plan incoIporates
both sidewalk on road bike routes
(Class ITs) and on-road pedestrian
and bike routes (Class II and III).
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b.
Grade-Separated Trails/
Sidewalks: These trail segments
are separated from the adjacent
roadway by a strip of land/
plantings or physical structure
(preferably not less than five feet
wide). They are designed for the
integration of a variety of compa-
tible non-motorized trail uses
including pedestrians, bicycles,
skate boards, roller skates or in
line skates. They generally
follow street rights-of-way, but
may be set back varying distances
from a road for aesthetic, safety,
maintenance, or snow storage
reasons depending upon the
classification of roadway with
which they are associated (traffic
volumes, speed, etc.). The City's
sidewalk system and off-road
paths (Class I) are examples of
grade-separated trails/ sidewalks
that are currently in place.
c.
Overland Trail/Linear Parks:
These trail segments shall provide
a standard trail width within a
significantly wider right-of-way
and shall be located away from
street corridors, not typically
parallel to the street surface.
They should be designed to
incoIporate vegetation, seating,
picnic areas, and playgrounds or
other supporting site elements and
may serve a dual purpose as a
buffer strip or separated bikeway.
Abandoned railroad rights-of-way
and many utility easements fall
into this category .
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4.
All trails located along arterial and major
collector streets should be a minimum of
ten feet wide.
5.
All trails located on or along local or
minor collector streets should be a
minimum of eight feet wide for two-way
traffic (one side of the street) or six feet
wide on both sides of the street for one-
way traffic, although lesser widths may
be necessary in established residential
areas and where space is limited. In no
case, shall a trail be installed at less than
a four foot width.
6.
In cases where trails lie adjacent to new
residential development or are not located
within public rights-of-way, a minimum
corridor size of 30 feet shall be provided
which, in addition to the required trail,
may be used for the establishment of
vegetative screening or accessory
parkJtrail elements. Distances to existing
homes may be less in cases where space
is limited.
7.
The required 30 foot corridor shall be
dedicated as park land in residential areas
or in special cases an easement may be
established provided lot depths are
increased to accommodate the width of
the corridor. Within commercial and
industrial areas an easement will be
required, but the establishment of such
will not necessitate a change in the
required lot size or setback requirements.
8.
In residential areas (local streets only)
on-street trails may be unmarked, paved
with a stripe, or identified by a sign.
On-street trails associated with collector
or arterial streets are not desired for long
9.
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tenn use, however, where necessary they
should always have a specially marked
shoulder area and/or be sign identified.
It shall be the City's responsibility to
implement new trails ill existing
neighborhoods or to redevelop
insufficient facilities where necessary
over time.
Trails shall be constructed according to
the standards established by the City as
otherwise specified by the City Engineer.
11.
Developers who wish to subdivide land
which includes designated new trail
corridors in the comprehensive system
plan will be required to dedicate and
construct trails in the location and
manner approved by the City Council.
Those landowners who abut areas
designated for trails will be required to
plan for and accommodate such in the
event that development/subdivision of
their property occurs.
12.
The longitudinal slope of trails along
their length should not exceed five
percent to be considered handicapped
accessible and eight to ten percent in
areas where access would othelWise be
limited.
13.
The cross sectional slope of trails shall
not exceed two percent and shall be
convex (raised to slope toward each side)
or sloped in one direction to allow for
proper drainage
14.
Lines of sight should be considered when
planning trail development both for
aesthetic reasons as well as for safety.
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Unobstructed forward and rear views
should be provided for each type of user:
50 feet for pedestrians and 150 feet for
bicyclists and skaters.
15.
Unless safety factors prohibit such, the
City shall promote the establishment of
trails through all areas of the City and
among all land use types according to the
intent of the system plan associated
herewith.
16. It is the intent of the City that all trails be
paved with bituminous or concrete
surfacing in the long term, however,
interim trail surfaces of vegetative ground
cover, gravel, stone or wood chips may
be necessary in some areas as dictated by
available monies. Unless otherwise
approved by the City Council, all trails
shall be paved.
PARK FACILITY PURPOSE AND DESIGN
1.
Every reasonable effort will be made to
improve parks located in areas with
inadequate facilities.
2. Establish park facilities which provide
recreational as well as functional uses.
3. Consideration shall be given to safety,
visibility, and emergency access into
parks when acquiring land or planning
for their development.
4.
Long term costs of maintenance and
operation in a facility's design and
development shall be recognized and
considered when planning for the park.
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5.
Land for parks will be acquired, planned
and developed according to the Park
Classification Guidelines contained herein
which specify the appropriate sizes,
locations, service areas and equipment to
best serve the City.
6.
Prior to the development of each park
area, a design plan will be prepared
which shows the types, locations and
sizes of proposed facilities and estimated
costs.
7.
Park facilities and buildings should be
compatible with surrounding urban or
rural activities with regard to scale,
design, color, setbacks, and materials.
8.
Maximize park accessibility by City
residents to best serve the area in which
the facility is located by requiring either
vehicular or pedestrian access or both
(depending on the size and classification
of the park).
9.
Whenever possible, active use recreation
areas should be designed for diverse uses
during all seasons. Promote the use of
existing fields for multiple uses.
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MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION
POLICIES
1.
The City will provide for the efficient
maintenance and operation of clean,
orderly, controlled, safe, and attractive
parks and trails. Park maintenance and
operation shall safeguard the physical
condition of trials and equipment from
deterioration or damage due to weather,
vandalism, or other natural or human
causes.
2.
The City may implement different
maintenance techniques to provide for
different levels of maintenance depending
upon the intensity of use and purpose of
the site/trail.
3.
Park access driveways, parking lots and
trails will not be plowed during the snow
season unless specific locations or
segments are designated by the City
Council.
4.
Trails not plowed may be used for
Winter sports during the snow season
such as cross-country skiing or sledding.
5.
All park and trail areas shall be clearly
marked with signage, utilizing a clear
and concise system of graphics which is
consistent throughout the community.
Rules for park and trail use shall be
posted at the site.
6.
Snowmobiles shall only be allowed on
designated routes and shall not be
operated within public parks or on trails
designated for use by pedestrians and
bicyclists.
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7.
The operation of all terrain vehicles
(ATVs) within the City on park property
or established trails shall be prohibited.
8.
The City shall make every effort to use
park and trail facilities for their originally
intended purpose. If changes to the
system are necessary in the future to
resolve problem areas, expand the
facilities, etc., the City shall provide
compatible new uses that will require
minimum alteration of the facility.
9.
Inform the Wright County Sheriff as to
the location of parks and trails so that
they may be watched over as part of the
daily surveillance route In order to
maintain user safety.
PUBLIC RELATIONS / COMMUNITY
POLICIES
1. Develop ways in which to promote
citizen interest and involvement in the
City's park and trail system.
2. Educate residents and facility users on the
proper use and safety for each facility.
3.
Utilize print media, City newsletter, and
signage to promote facilities or programs
and identify the trail routes, parks,
service and other public facilities.
4.
The City shall continually monitor
characteristics of park and trail use,
safety, and maintenance to identify where
improvements or changes are needed.
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5.
Develop ways to utilize recreation
programs and provide facilities to
maximize participation and overcome
physical or economic limitations which
may prevent equal opportunity,
regardless of race, sex, religion, or place
of residence. Maximize park
accessibility by City residents to best
serve the area by requiring either
vehicular or pedestrian access or both
(depending on the size and classification
of the park).
PARK CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
This classification system is intended to serve as
a guide to planning, not a blueprint. The City of
Monticello recognizes the importance of
establishing and using park and recreation
standards as: 1) an expression of minimum
acceptable facilities for the citizens of the
community, 2) a guideline to determine land
requirements for various kinds of park and
recreation areas and facilities, 3) a basis for
relating recreational needs to Spatial analysis with
a community-wide recreation system, 4) one of
the major structuring elements that can be used
to assist with development, and 5) as a means to
justify the need for parks and open space within
the overall land use pattern of the City. The
following standards are to be coupled with
conventional wisdom and judgement relating to
the particular situation to which they are applied
and specific local needs. Sometimes more than
one component may occur within the same site,
particularly with regard to a specialized use
within a larger park.
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Mini-Parks
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Population Served:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l,OOO Population:
Site Characteristics:
Neighborhood Parks
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Population Served:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l,OOO Population:
Site Characteristics:
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Fallon Avenue, Mississippi Drive, Cardinal Hills Tot Lot, Balboul
parks
Specialized facilities serving a limited population or specific group such as
tot lots for small children
Less than one-quarter mile, sub-neighborhood level of from 500 to 2,500
persons
Toddlers through age nine
One acre or less
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Within neighborhoods, in close proximity to intensive residential
developments
4th Street, River Mill, Meadow Oak, Oak Ridge, Cardinal Hills,
Country Club, Par West, Meadows and Hillcrest parks
Area for designated active and passive recreation areas
One-half to one mile radius to serve a population of up to 5,000 persons (a
large neighborhood)
Focus upon ages 5 through 39 with emphasis upon ages 5 through 18
Two to five acres
1.5 - 2.0
Suited for multi-use development, easily accessible to neighborhood
population, geographically centered with safe walking and bike access, may
include school facilities
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Community Playfields
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Population Served:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l,OOO Population:
Site Characteristics:
Community Parks
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Population Served:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l ,000 Population:
Site Characteristics:
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NSP Ballfields, Freeway Fields Park
A large recreation area with primarily athletic facilities designed to serve
older children and adults
One to one and one-half miles, a minimum of one per community up to
30,000 maximum population
All persons with focus upon ages 20 to 39
Ten to 25 acres
2.0 - 5.0
Organized sports facility or atWetic complex including lighted court and
field games, community center or indoor recreation facility, swimming
pool, ice rink, capacity for special events, must include support elements
such as rest rooms, drinking water, parking, lighting, etc.
Ellison, East/West Bridge, Battle Rapids, Klein Farms Parks
Area of diverse environmental quality which may include areas suited to
intense recreational facilities such as atWetic complexes as well as passive
type areas, depends largely upon the site location, suitability and
community need
Several neighborhoods, one to four mile radius
All ages, toddler to retiree, entire community for cities up to 25,000
20 to 35 + acres
5.0 - 10.0
Provides for a combination of intensive and non-intensive development
ranging from play equipment to trails, may include natural features, such
as waterbodies or forested land, must include support elements such as rest
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rooms, drinking water, parking, lighting. Uses should complement those
found in a community playfield and should provide diversity in facilities or
use areas.
Natural Areas/Regional Facilities
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l ,000 Population:
Site Characteristics:
Private Facilities
Sites Within the City:
Use:
School Facilities
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Montissippi County Park, Inaccessible Wetlands Within Existing Parks
Protection and management of the natural/cultural environment with
recreational use as a secondary objective
No applicable standard
Sufficient to protect the resource and accommodate desired recreational use
Variable
Variable, depending upon the resource being protected
Monticello Country Club
Areas for specialized or single purpose recreational activities, such as golf
courses, nature centers, display gardens, arenas, outdoor theaters, gun
ranges, historical buildings/areas, and parkways or boulevards within
commercial centers
Monticello Senior High School, Monticello Middle School, Little Mountain
and Pinewood Elementary Schools
Facilities developed in association with schools which are intended for
children's educational and recreational instruction, which on a secondary
basis, provide opportunities for community residents, this shared usage is
positive in that it allows for daytime usage by students, evening, weekend,
and summer usage by all.
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Linear Parks/Trails
Sites Within the City:
Use:
Service Area:
Population Served:
Desirable Size:
Acres/l ,000 Population:
Site Characteristics:
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Off-Road Pathways, Sidewalks, On-Road Sidewalks
Area developed for one or more varying modes of recreational travel, may
include other activities such as sitting areas, exercise courses, play areas,
landscaping, etc.
No applicable standards
All of community
Sufficient width to provide for specialized activities, maximum usage, and
setbacks from streets or residential areas
Variable
Built or natural corridors such as utility rights-of-way, bluff lines,
vegetation patterns, and road that link other components of the recreation
system or community facilities such as parks, schools, and residential areas
National Recreation and Park Association
Michigan State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
Nonhwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
Sources:
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PARK SYSTEM PLAN
The system plan for the Monticello
Comprehensive Parks and Trails Plan is shown
in this section. The graphics on the following
pages correspond to the following text which
summarizes the proposed parks system
improvements. Each plan graphic illustrates the
location of future parks by designating one or
more "search areas" in the district being studied.
The search areas are illustrative only. The
location of any future park area should be
evaluated using the criteria listed in the
Classification System section of the Policy Plan.
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Park search locations are shown in future
development areas adjacent to existing City
boundaries. These drawings are intended to
allow differentiation between current park
service areas and future park service areas. It is
expected that search areas beyond current City
boundaries will be generated by new growth in
that sub-region. Such facilities may be funded
through park development/dedication fees.
In addition to park search areas, this section also
illustrates the existing and proposed
sidewalk/pathway system. As with the park
search areas, pathway improvements beyond the
existing City boundaries may be expected to be
funded through fees collected from future
development. Only a few exceptions to this
policy exist. These exceptions will be
highlighted in the text accompanying the specific
sub-region.
East Area
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This area includes two new neighborhood park
search areas, both of which would serve future
development. To the extent possible, it would
be appropriate to consider linking the future
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parks with Oak Ridge Park, creating a linear
system. Pathway connections could also help to
serve this goal. Due to the proximity of this area
to the school campus and to Freeway Fields
Park, it would be best to limit the active
recreational aspect of these new parks to
informal neighborhood use.
Two primary pedestrian crossing points are
shown on the plan at County Highway 118 and
School Boulevard (near the Middle School), and
County Highway 118 and Interstate 94. This
latter project has received grant funds from
MnDOT, and may be combined with a bridge
improvement project. As a major- traffic carrier
near the school campus, combined with the
possibility of a future interchange with the
Interstate, County Highway 118 will demand
careful study for safe pedestrian improvements.
In addition to County Highway 118, two other
sections of proposed pathway are shown on the
plan. An on-road path is shown connecting
County 118 to the area of Meadow Oak Park,
and an off-road connection would extend west
from this location to County 118. Pathway
extensions south of 118 should focus on
connecting this system with the school campus to
the northwest.
South Area
The South Area is dominated by two important
features. First is the school campus site which
includes several active outdoor recreational
facilities such as ballfields. Also important to
this area (as well as to other areas) is the School
Boulevard pathway. This pathway connects the
school campus with the community park facility
in the Klein Farms development, and other major
residential areas to the east and to the west.
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Future pathway connections include an off-road
path along Fallon Avenue, eventually extending
over the Interstate, and an off-road pathway
which would parallel Trunk Highway 25 on the
east side. Another off-road pathway can connect
these two routes along Chelsea Road. Both the
School Boulevard pathway and this pathway may
be extended across TH 25 to access the
southwest growth area. The existence of a
power line easement along the current south
boundary of the City would provide an additional
pathway connection for local residential use,
including access to the Kjellberg Mobile Home
Park areas.
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Park search locations in this district include
neighborhood facilities in the new growth areas
south of the current City limits. Connections
between these parks and other City recreational
facilities should be a criterion for development
review.
Northeast Area
This area includes pathway 'connections across
the Interstate from the South and East Areas, and
is centered on the City's primary existing east-
west pathway which parallels Broadway.
Connections to this facility, which has become a
major recreational facility in addition to its
transportation function, include a loop pathway
to the Mississippi Drive pathway, and a
connection to the County Highway 39 Bicycle
Trail.
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The Plan makes a special note of the existing
Monticello High School facility at Broadway and
Washington Street. This area provides a large
active recreational space which is programmed
for conversion to Middle School use.
Cooperation between the City and School for
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continued use of this open space would be
beneficial. A future neighborhood park search
location is shown to the east of the current
development area. This park should connect to
both the pathway system and to River Mill Park,
a larger neighborhood facility nearby.
As a result of the bridge connections across
Interstate 94, a future on-road pathway is
proposed for the 7th Street area paralleling the
freeway.
Central Area
This area is comprised of the City's traditional
core, and includes a number of important
anchors to the City's open space system. East
and West Bridge Parks are located adjacent to
the TH 25 bridge over the Mississippi River, and
provide a "gateway" opportunity for south-bound
traffic. These paired parks have been the subject
of additional design study and extensive
improvements. Also along the River is Ellison
Park, one of the City's primary community
gathering spaces. While serving a community
park function, Ellison suffers from a lack of
parking to accommodate large crowds,
particularly due to its residential location. One
of the efforts in designing the Bridge Parks is to
better accommodate larger crowds, and to utilize
the parking resource in the downtown area.
Also key to the Central area is the location of the
future community center. This facility will
provide community space and alternative
recreation opportunities currently unavailable in
Monticello. Paired with the community center
facility should be a search area for a
neighborhood park location. The west side of
the traditional downtown does not have a
neighborhood facility serving the area's
residential development.
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Due to the increased activity in this area, as well
as the Monticello Revitalization Plan's emphasis
on pedestrian activity, this area includes a
number of key pedestrian crossing locations.
Broadway and TI:I 25 (Pine Street) have several
pedestrian crossings which will require continued
monitoring.
Southwest Area
This sub-region consists primarily of land which
is in the Monticello Orderly Annexation Area.
As future development, the key for park location
will be adherence to the policies listed in the
Policy Plan section of this document. Of
particular note is a proposed search area for a
major community park providing active playfield
recreation west of TIl 25.
Also important to this area will be utilization of
the large ponds in the central portion of the sub-
region. More passive open space can be
designed to benefit adjacent residential and
commercial land uses in this area. The City
should work with land owners and developers to
strike an appropriate balance between public use
and private view.
Northwest Area
The northwest portion of the community is
centered around a major county facility -
Montissippi County Park. In addition, this area
is the western terminus to the Broadway off-road
pathway, and a ballfield complex on leased NSP
land. However, the area suffers from a lack of
usable neighborhood park space. Most of the
neighborhood facilities south of West Broadway
(County 75) are not usable park spaces. The
Plan recommends that this area be the subject of
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an intensive search for smaller neighborhood
spaces to provide informal play areas to existing
development.
West Area
Sharing many attributes of the Northwest Area,
this sub-region borders the Broadway pathway
and is short of neighborhood park area.
However, it has more open space amenities,
including the Monticello Country Club Golf
Course, the Magic Kingdom play facility at
Pinewood Elementary, and a planned
neighborhood park area in the area of Elm Street
and West 7th Street. One of the primary issues
in this area is pedestrian access across Interstate
94. The Plan contemplates a pedestrian crossing
at some point to facilitate movement between
Pinewood, Montissippi Park, and the future
growth in the Southwest Area.
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IMPLEMENTATION
The fInal phase of the Comprehensive Parks Plan
establishes a process of projecting land
acquisition and park/pathway improvements,
setting priorities, and scheduling for their
provision and financing over a period of time.
This process produces a long range guide for
recreation and requires that the City look toward
the future to anticipate capital expenditures and
to provide revenues to meet them. This section
does not take the place of a capital improvements
plan in that precise costs are beyond the scope of
this document, however, the City must begin
thinking about establishment of a five year
priority list, analyzing their fmancial situation,
and obtaining cost estimates for the desired
improvements.
.
CONCEPT PLANS
Following completion of the Policy Plan, the
third level of recreation planning is the physical
Concept Plan. Usually prepared in a series,
concept plans are site-specifIc and serve as the
basic documents for the layout, facility mix,
landscaping, and construction details for a park
or recreation facility. For this reason, they are
best prepared once the Comprehensive Parks
Plan has been completed and location of
individual park sites determined. They are based
upon a well-defined program of recreation
facilities and services to be provided and the
overall physical arrangement of such.
LAND ACQUISITION
.
Park and trail land dedication will playa major
role in acquiring and developing park/pathway
facilities, although is not possible in all cases.
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Acquisition through dedication is a long term
process since land can only be obtained as the
abutting land is developed. While the outright
purchase of land is many times prohibitive due to
investment costs and anticipated benefit per
capita through the City, it will be necessary
where developments are already in place and
lack recreational facilities or to acquire special,
distinct pieces of land which would otherwise be
difficult or impossible to obtain through park
dedication. While portions of Monticello contain
developments that are already in place where
several of the pathway corridors are proposed
and will likely require land acquisition through
purchase or the establishment of ~~sements, the
utilization of road rights-of-way can also provide
an easy alternative for establishing public trail
routes.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROCESS
Capital improvement programming provides an
instrument for carrying out the objectives and
recommendations of the Monticello
Comprehensive Parks Plan. Through
prioritization of five year capital needs for the
City's park and recreational facilities and
identifying the amount of money available to
fmance the improvements during this period, the
City will be able to determine which
improvements are necessary in terms of their
ability to pay. The capital improvement program
(CIP) is a flexible process, in that as the social,
physical and fmancial conditions change within
the City, the priority of the scheduled projects
may also change. In response to the changes in
the City, the CIP must be an ongoing process.
Each year the CIP should be re-evaluated for
consistency with the plan, current recreational
needs, and fiscal condition of the City.
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The following process should be utilized by the
Park Commission and City Council when
reviewing potential park capital improvement
projects.
1. Establish a five year pnonty list of
park/pathway capital improvements that
reflects current and projected recreation
demands.
2. Analyze the City's current fmancial
situation.
3.
Obtain up-to-date cost estimates for high
priority items.
4.
Develop project descriptions and plans
for the desired improvements which
include proposed scheduling and phasing.
.
5.
Make copies available of the CIP for
public inspection prior to the City
Council's presentation of the annual
budget at the required public hearing.
6.
Begin the process over again following
approval of the CIP and the beginning of
another calendar year.
.
It is recommended that a specifIc annual CIP
review schedule be established for the review of
potential park/pathway projects. This will
enable persons who wish to request consideration
of new items to present their position in ample
time to change the CIP, if necessary, in a
manner consistent with community needs and
reducing or eliminating financial commitments
being made for projects which might not proceed
to the final construction stage in the event that
they are deleted or moved back on the priority
list.
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CONSISTENCY WITH PLAN ELEMENTS
AND ORDINANCES
Parks and pathways have a positive, but often
intangible, effect on the economy and quality of
life in suburban areas. A healthy attractive
neighborhood results when a combination of
factors are present, for example, well kept
homes, adequate jobs, quality public services,
including well planned and maintained recreation
facilities.
In this regard, it is important that the Policy Plan
contained herein is followed in association with
the Comprehensive Land Use plan Policies.
Implementation programs involving capital
outlays, exactions such as levied fees, zoning and
related actions must be consistent with the plan's
policies. Arbitrary departure from adopted or
endorsed policy statements could lead to
litigation. The focus of attention on a broad
policy framework provides more flexibility for
guiding governmental response to rapid physical,
economic and social change. Since the plan
documents a continuous planning process and
records this evolution only for a given segment
of time, regular review and updating are critical.
Along these lines, the City's Zoning and
Subdivision Ordinances must also be consistent
with established plan elements or they will be
difficult, if not impossible, to command and
execute. Ordinance amendments are a critical
part of the implementation process which should
directly follow completion of this plan. Without
update of existing code requirements, the City
may miss opportunities to realize potential
benefits of newly established policies,
particularly during the development season and
the rate of growth is accelerating throughout the
community. Specific ordinance criteria to
address includes: park dedication requirements,
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pathway width and location standards, tree
planting requirements, etc.
1998~1999 PARK PRIORITIES
Parks shall be constructed on a priority basis,
according to the City's capital improvement plan
and available funds. The following park projects
represent the top priorities (in the order listed) as
determined by the Parks Commission at the time
of document completion in the Spring of 1998.
The projects shall be budgeted into the City's'
five year capital improvement plan and shall be
completed as-time allows.
1.
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1998-1999 PATHWAY PRIORITIES
Pathways shall be constructed on a priority basis,
according to the City's capital improvement plan
and available funds. The following pathway
projects represent the top priorities (in the order
listed) as determined by the Parks Commission at
the time of document completion in the Spring of
1998. The projects shall be budgeted into the
City's five year capital improvement plan and
shall be completed as time allows.
1.
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LOCAL FllNDING SOURCES
Park Dedication Fees
.
For the most part, it is this plan's intention to
provide parks and pathways which will not
burden the City with high acquisition and
construction costs. Land and right-of-way for
construction of recreation facilities will be
acquired as part of the dedication process of a
subdivision, as donations/gifts, or as an
improvement (in the case of trails) to be included
as roads are built or upgraded wherever possible.
Due to the obstacles that may arise through
acquisition of-land for parks and pathways, the
Comprehensive Parks Plan provides a general
layout of proposed park locations and trail routes
which may need to be altered at the time of
property development and acquisition.
.
At the present time, park land dedication
contributions required of developers as a cash
donation is based on the raw land value of the
land to be developed. This fee is charged in
those areas where no park land is required, and
is used for acquisition' and development
throughout the City. While this is fairly
consistent with neighboring communities, the
amount as it stands makes it more advantageous
for developers to pay the park dedication fee
rather than dedicate land. Furthermore, the
current park dedication requirement does not
take into account the resident needs and
expanded facilities shown in this plan, both of
which will be used as the basis for construction
of recreation elements. Without an increase in
the park dedication fee, the source of funds for
development and improvement of parks will be
partially consumed for pathway purposes at a
time when population and development is on a
continual rise. Based on recent analysis of
developer costs and park dedication requirements
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in neighboring Wright County municipalities, as
conducted by Northwest Associated Consultants,
Inc., it is recommended that the City look
toward raising the park dedication fee in future
years. For reference purposes, the inventory of
fees has been attached as Appendix B.
This recommendation is made in an effort to
provide equity between those land developers
who are required to donate land and those who
pay the fee. Currently, the low level of cash
payments result in an unequal burden placed on
those from whom land is required. The higher
fee is intended to accommodate the cost of land
and its development, and the opportunity cost of
being deprived of that land through park land
dedication. The additional effect of this fee
increase would be to accelerate the accumulation
of funds for acquisition and development.
Adequate levels of park funds would be available
for use sooner to catch up and keep up with the
pace of development, presuming that the fee
itself does not affect such, as it is not expected to
do so. This assumption is made in light of the
fact that new development has continued in those
areas where land dedication has been required,
and the fee is recommended at a level which
approximates the cost of land dedication to the
developer.
User/Service Fees
Although historically limited to special use
recreational facilities, such as hockey arenas or
swimming pools, the use of user/service fees as
a financing tool is being expanded by many
communities to include other facilities an
programs. User/service fee revenues can be
generated on a user basis for such activities as
golf, tennis, swimming, and team sports such as
softball, baseball, soccer, football, etc. A key
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component required for instituting user/service
fees as a revenue source is having a defined and
identifiable user population. The decision to use
these types of fees will generally reflect
considerations such as projected costs,
availability of other sources of funding and local
recreation policies. Rates for residents may
differ from those outside the City and should be
set at a level which will, at least in part, offset
the costs of developing and maintaining public
facilities.
PROGRAM ASSISTED FUNDING OPTIONS
.
While park land acquisition and development are
capital outlays that are typically financed with
the revenues from City dedication or general
funds, there are other methods available to assist
the City in raising necessary money for large
projects. The following grant programs may be
available to the City if the intended project(s)
comply with the submission criteria.
DNR Outdoor Recreation Grant Program
(LAWCON - Land and Water Conservation
Fund)
.
The goal of the Outdoor Recreation Grant
Program is to assist communities in acquiring,
developing, and/or redeveloping facilities for
outdoor recreation use. The grants can fund up
to 50 percent of a total project cost, while the
remaining local share can consist of local
funding, materials, labor, and equipment through
local sponsors or donations. The land must be
owned by the applicant and must be developed
completely within three years from the date of
fund acquisition. One or more of the following
facilities must be included in a proposed project:
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· Baseball/Softball Fields
· Basketball/Hard Courts
· Boat Launching Sites
· Campgrounds
· Canoe Access Sites
· Cross Country Ski Trails
· Fishing Piers/Shore Fishing
· Football/Soccer Fields
· Nature Study/Observation Areas
· Picnic Shelters
· Playgrounds
· Skating/Hockey Rinks\
· Swimming Beaches
· Tennis Courts
· Trails
· Volleyball Courts
In addition, support facilities are also eligible for
funding provided at least one facility from the
above list is provided. Support facilities include
drinking fountains, fencing, fire pits/grills,
landscaping, lighting, roads/parking, benches/
seats, trash receptacles, restroom/shower/storage
buildings, signs, sledding hills, wanning houses,
utilities, and design/engineering costs (up to 10
percent) .
DNR Cooperative Trail Grant Program
This program aims to increase the importance of
bicycles and pedestrians as part of an internodal
transportation system. It provides fmancial
assistance for the development and maintenance
of recreational trails and trail-related projects.
The following types of projects are eligible for
funding:
1. Construction of new trails on federal
(with limitations), state, county,
municipal or private lands.
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2.
Development of urban trail linkages near
homes and work places.
3.
Maintenance of eXlstrng recreational
trails, including snow grooming and
maintenance.
4.
Restoration of areas damaged by
recreational trail use.
5.
Development of trail side and trail head
facilities (i.e., drainage, crossings,
stabilization, parking, signage, controls,
shelter, and utilities).
6.
Provision of features that facilitate access
and use of trails be persons with
disabilities.
.
Land acquisition from willing sellers
when consistent with the State Trail Plan.
7.
8. Environmental awareness and safety
education programs relating to the use of
recreational trails.
This program requires a 50 percent local funding
match of between $5,000 and $50,000. Costs
must be incurred and paid for before
reimbursement can take place. Further
information may be obtained from the
Recreational Services Section of the DNR in St.
Paul.
DNR Regional Trail Initiative Grant Program
(IS TEA - Bicycle Transportation and the
Internodal Surface Transportation Efficiency
Act of 1991)
.
This program is intended to promote local
development of trails and encourage utilization
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of federal ISTEA enhancement funds. No less
than 60 percent of the funds would be directed to
regionally significant trails, no more than 40
percent of the funds would be directed to trails
within/between communities. Priority would be
given to ISlEA enhancement projects. Eligible
projects include land acquisition and pathway
development, however, the acquisition of right-
of-way will only be eligible when it is proposed
in conjunction with pathway development. This
program requires a 50 percent local funding
match of between $5,000 and $250,000. Costs
must be incurred and paid for before
reimbursement can take place. Further
information may be obtained_ from the
Recreational Services Section of the DNR in St.
Paul.
Legislative Commission on Minnesota
Resources
The LCMR program works toward enhancing
and protecting Minnesota's natural resources.
One or more of the following strategies must be
met in order to be considered for available funds.
The list is a partial list of strategies and
represents the order of priority in which funds
are given. A complete list of project
components, application requirements, and
funding cycles can be obtained from the State
Offices.
1. Rehabilitate state and regional parks/
trails.
2.
Acquire and develop state and regional
parks and trails.
3.
Acquire, protect, and enhance critical
habitat, native prairies, unique and/or
sensitive areas, scenic bluffs, aquatic
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resources, old growth forests, and
historic sites.
Expand rural and urban re-vegetation
with native species, including community
shade tree programs. Implement native
species tree planting for energy
conservation, carbon dioxide abatement,
erosion control, wildlife habitat, and
other benefits.
5.
Research and demonstrate ecologically
sound methods to control or eradicate
exotic species of plants or animals which
are Of_ may become a threat to the
environment.
6.
Accelerate the implementation of
measures to reduce non-point source
pollution.
7.
Provide for all types of wetland
purchase, restoration and easement
acquisition to enhance wildlife habitat,
erosion control, water storage, flood
control, and water quality.
8.
Accelerate the use of farming practices
consistent with wildlife habitat and
environmental and human health
protection.
9.
Create qualitative and quantitative
benchmarks, including biological
indicators, for key natural resources to
permit effective monitoring and
assessment of environmental trends.
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
One of the final levels of recreation planning
addresses the operation and maintenance plan for
parks, pathways, and recreation and open space
facilities. Part of the implementation process is
to provide tools for the development of facilities
and delivery of services necessary for the
provision of recreation experiences. These
action plans include capital improvement
programs, operations manuals, personnel
tracking plans, zoning, scheduling and
maintenance standards. Monticello, along with
professionals in the field, must combine the art
and science of park management in order to
balance park and open space resource values with
the provision of needed recreation facilities. The
park and recreation standards which were utilized
herein serve as one of the benchmarks against
which the quality of life within a community can
be measured.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
An important aspect of park and pathway
development is user know ledge of the
recreational facilities. To promote the use of the
community recreational system, the City should
provide informational material to residents as the
facilities are implemented.' A newsletter and
map mailed to each household or an article in a
local newspaper are probably the best means by
which to accomplish this. At the same time, the
City should work to establish a list of rules and
encourage community awareness of such.
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PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The development or improvement of parks and
pathways in the City is an excellent way to
energize and direct the resources and talents of
community volunteers. This approach can result
in higher quality recreation opportunities at a
more reasonable cost to the taxpayer. Under this
scenario, it is essential that the City organize
projects and cooperate with the volunteers of
non-profit, private, industrial, commercial, or
religious groups in the planning, fmancing,
maintenance, and scheduling of projects.
IDENTll1CATION AND SIGNAGE
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A clear and concise system of park and trail
signage is beneficial in any recreational system to
assist users in finding and using the facilities.
Many times signage is also beneficial when
installed to identify future park or pathway
improvements as a means of informing
prospective owners of adjacent/nearby property
and for general public knowledge to let citizens
know of work in progress: Most commonly
associated with existing facilities, directional
graphics may be in the form of painted pavement
symbols/lettering or any variety of regulatory,
warning, or guidance signage. Signage should
include general identification of an area, layout
and types of facilities present, directions for
specific points of interest such as handicapped
areas, restrooms, or connections to destinations,
pathway distances, and user/safety rules. The
best location for much of this information is near
the entrances to parks/trail segments or near
parking areas. The signage should be consistent
throughout the City and should be easily
understandable and maintainable. The U.S.
Dept. of Transportation's Federal Highway
Administration has outlined size, shape, and
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color criteria for signs in the Manual of Uniform
Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
PARK DEDICATION - CASH FEES
Park Dedication - Cash Fees
Due to changes in this plan, as well as recent
Court rulings affecting exactions from developers
for public improvements (such as parks), this
Plan advocates a change in the method in which
the City collects park dedication fees. Minnesota
state law specifically provides for the collection
of fees for park acquisition or udevelopment
purposes, so long as the funds are maintained in
a specific park development fund.
The change suggested in this plan would entail a
restructuring of the way in which the City
calculates the park fee. Under the Court rulings,
the City may collect fees (or require land
dedications) from new development which are
commensurate with the demand for park services
created by the development. For parks which
serve existing development, the City must find
other revenue sources, such as its general fund or
specific funding sources like grants or a
referendum.
Therefore, it is important to understand the park
development needs for future park areas, as
opposed to parks serving the existing
community. The plan as proposed in this
document anticipates total park or pathway
acquisition and development expenditures of
approximately 3.1 million dollars, excluding the
community center and currently programmed
improvements (such as the County 118
pedestrian bridge and the Bridge Parks
construction). Of this amount, approximately
75 % is attributable to areas beyond the City's
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boundaries, directing 2.3 million dollars to new
development.
The growth area served by this park development
would consist of approximately 4,000 residential
units. This translates to a fee per residential unit
of around $575 per unit. Since a portion of the
units would be in developments which provide
land rather than fees, the fee amount should be
commensurately higher to provide adequate
funds to pay for the new parks.
At this time, we would recommend a fee of at
least $750 per residential use be established for
new park dedication and development. Land
dedication should be established at a baseline of
ten percent of the raw land, as the current
ordinance reads. Development which is more
dense than the City average may be required to
provide more land or fee, depending upon a case
by case analysis.
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PARK AND TRAIL FEE INVENTORY OF WESTERN METRO AREA
AND WRIGHT COUNTY COMMUNITffiS
Northwest Associated Consultants, Inc.
April 1, 1997
City Park Dedication (a) Trail Dedication Sidewalk
Dedication
Land Cash
Monticello 10% See (2) below See (2) below See (2) below
Albertville* 5 - 5.5 % $500 None None Required
Buffalo* 10% $800 (b) None Collector Streets
Cokato* None None None Required
Delano* R 10% Single $300 None None Required
(c) Family $250
Two Family $200
- ._~. Town/Quad $150 - -.
Apt/Condo $ 50
+ bedroom
> 1
CII 7% $1,000
(d)
Litchfield* None None None Required
Maple Grove 10% $1,060 See (1) below See (1) below
Otsego* 10% $750 $125 None Required
Plymouth 10% $1,400 See (3) below See (3) below
Rockford* 10% $500 None None Required
Rogers 10% $560 See (4) below None Required
St. Michael* (c) 8% $200 None None Required
Winstead* None None None Required
(a) Combination of land/cash also possible where such dedications required
(b) Single/two family lots
(c) Per unit cash dedication
(d) Per acre cash dedication '" Survey conducted Julv 1996
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(1)
Maple Grove has over 70 miles of paved trails and many are located along the side or rear
lot lines of residential parcels. They require a 30 to 100 foot corridor within which an
eight to ten food trail is constructed according to the plan. The dedicated land is part of
the required 10 percent land area. In addition to this requirement, five foot sidewalks are
required on both sides of the street in all new subdivisions. They have not had any
problems with resident complaints.
(2) Monticello requires cash dedications in an amount equal to 10 percent of the raw land.
Monticello requires trails to be installed by developers as show on their plan. The policy
requires a trail on one or both sides of the street (depending upon the situation) along all
roads which exceed 500 to 700 vehicle trips per day.
(3) Plymouth has over 75 miles of paved trails, with many located in rear and side yard areas
of residential lots. A minimum corridor size of 30 feet is required to be dedicated land,
so as not to lessen the required setback from property lines (an easement would allow the
trail to be located closer to the home). The required trail width is eight feet. They have
had very few complaints, but recommend getting the trails installed before homes-~re built.
However, in commercial and industrial areas, the opposite method of trail establishment
is used: easements are required to allow the owner to maximize use of his land. The cash
dedication amount is $4,200 per acre in commercial and industrial areas.
(4)
Rogers does not have a trail dedication fee established, but they are currently pursuing
such. The commercial park dedication fee is $1,800 per acre and the industrial dedication
fee is $1,400 per acre. The land dedication is the same as for residential (10 percent).