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2005-02-28 EC Agenda Packete AGENDA GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION Regular Meeting Golden Valley City Hall, 7800 Golden Valley Road Council Conference Room Monday, February 28, 2005 7:00 P.M. I. Call to Order 11. Approval of Minutes — January 24, 2005 III. Nominations for Commission's Chair and Vice Chair Positions IV. Status of Commission Vacancy and Expiration of Existing Terms V. Discussion Regarding Covered Recycling Containers VI. Status of Buckthorn Pilot Project VII. Envision Guide Feedback VIII. Program/Project Updates — ➢ Golden Ridge Development ➢ Sunnyridge Lane Soil Contaminants ➢ TH 55/Boone Avenue/General Mills Boulevard ➢ Wirth Lake Berm Repair ➢ Recycling Program ➢ Proposed Developments IX. Commission Member Council Reports X. Other Business XI. Adjourn G:\Environmental Commission\Agendas\2005\022805.doc GOLDEN VALLEY ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION Regular Meeting Minutes February 28, 2005 Present: Tracy Anderson, Richard Baker, Dawn Hill, Christopher Kaisershot, Alan Kuentz, Jon Pawluk Absent: Jeff Oliver, City Engineer City Staff: Al Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator; Tracy Pharr, Administrative Assistant I. Call to Order Baker called the meeting to order at 7:03 pm. II. Approval of Minutes - January 24, 2005 No changes. MOVED by Kaisershot, seconded by Hill, and the motion carried unanimously to approve the minutes of the January 24, 2005 meeting as submitted. III. Nominations for Commission's Chair and Vice Chair Positions Baker suggested opening up the Chair and Vice Chair positions to anyone who wished to serve in either capacity. Discussion ensued as to whether anyone was interested. A suggestion was made that Richard Baker continue as the Commission's Chairperson and Jon Pawluk would be the new Vice Chairperson. MOVED by Hill, seconded by Anderson, and the motion carried unanimously that Richard Baker will serve as Chairperson and Jon Pawluk as Vice Chairperson. IV. Status of Commission Vacancy and Expiration of Existing Terms Pharr stated that the Commission vacancy should be filled in time for the March meeting. The City Council was to hold final interviews on February 28, and they are scheduled to appoint a Commission Member at one of their two March meetings. Anderson's term expires on March 1. Pharr said that she had been informed that the Mayor would be contacting members (with terms expiring) of all commissions to inquire as to whether they wish to continue serving on their particular commissions. Pharr continued that the other member's term expiring on March 1 was the vacant position (formerly filled by Sara Peterson). V. Discussion Regarding Covered Recycling Containers Lundstrom described the revenue-sharing recycling contract that Golden Valley, Minnetonka and Plymouth take part in with Waste Management. The three cities have signed a 3 -year contract extension, expiring in December 2008. Lundstrom outlined the pros and cons of a revenue-sharing contract (two -sort) versus a single -sort, non - revenue -sharing contract. He added that the sale of recyclables is very profitable at this time. Baker asked what this was in response to. Lundstrom replied that there is a high demand for recycled products. Lundstrom described a survey that the City of Plymouth performed amongst its residents. Residents were asked a variety of questions including their preferences about single -sort versus two -sort programs. Baker asked what the compliance rate was for Golden Valley. Lundstrom answered that 90% or more of Golden Valley residents recycle. Lundstrom mentioned he could provide more information in a presentation at a future meeting. Hill responded she would like to see this. This presentation will be added to the March meeting agenda. Hill also asked about the recycling budget, where the quarterly revenue amount is allocated and if the recycling fees are only for recycling expenses. Lundstrom replied that fall leaf drop-off, spring brush pick-up and Mighty Tidy Day are funded from recycling fees. Lundstrom said that he would cover the recycling budget in more detail at the March recycling presentation. VI. Status of Buckthorn Pilot Project Lundstrom said that the budget for the buckthorn pilot project has been approved. Five thousand dollars is available for a project in 2005. Limited accident insurance limits have been increased to cover volunteer programs. Code revision is in process, and currently being reviewed by the City's attorney. Buckthorn -in -a -Box kits are being developed by the City's Assistant Forester, Tim Teynor. Teynor is also in the process of purchasing weed wrenches, which will be available for use by volunteers, and an application form. Kuentz asked Lundstrom when he thought the form would be completed. Lundstrom said it was a priority, but that there is not a set date. Kuentz continued that he would like to see some sort of schedule for this project. Baker suggested waiting until the March meeting to check on the progress, and then pursuing a more aggressive timeline if necessary. VII. Envision Guide Feedback Baker stated that one of the recommendations at the "All Commissions Meeting" was for commissions to consider inviting their Council liaison to come to their respective Commission meeting when feedback on the Envision Guide would be discussed. Baker mentioned inviting Council Member Paula Pentel to a future meeting. The four Supporting Themes in the Envision Guide were reviewed. Pawluk suggested assigning (or volunteering for) each of the themes, listing several ideas under each theme, then select one main focus from each theme to address at the upcoming meetings. Hill volunteered for Waste and Pollution; Kuentz will address Green and Open Spaces; Pawluk chose Surface Water, and Anderson will explore Urban Design and Beauty. Commission Members compiled a list of ideas under each of the themes. Baker asked Pharr to e-mail the compilation (see attachment) to all Commission Members in advance of the next meeting. Baker asked the four Members with assigned themes to develop proposals for action items and bring these to the March meeting. VIII. Program/Project Updates Golden Ridge Development— Work on the Habitat units is continuing. Final trail connections will be constructed in the spring. Sunnyridge Lane Soil Contaminants — No new information. TH 55/Boone Avenue North/General Mills Boulevard — Lundstrom said that Kuentz stopped by to look at the excavated fill material taken to General Mills' JFB site. Kuentz had asked for information on what the plan is for this material. Lundstrom showed a chart illustrating the plant materials, mostly forbs and native grasses, which will be placed in the excavated fill. Wirth Lake Berm Repair— The final agreement with the Minneapolis Park Board has been signed. Construction is planned for this spring. Lundstrom will bring a construction schedule to the next meeting. Recycling Program — Discussed earlier. Proposed Developments — A development proposal has been submitted by Allianz for construction of their second phase this spring. Staff has also received a private development proposal for the construction of two duplexes on two lots in the vicinity of Medicine Lake Road and Douglas Drive (the Amain Addition). Rudy Luther has submitted a proposal to combine three properties along 1-394 into one large dealership. Existing structures will be demolished and a retention pond will be constructed as well. Lundstrom will provide the Environmental Commission with a concept plan for the property located at 5222 Minnaqua Drive (home has been demolished). The plan includes creation of wetlands and establishment of native grasses. Lundstrom detailed an upcoming Inflow and Infiltration (1/1) Study that Golden Valley will be performing. Requests for Proposals were sent to five consultants. Lastly, Lundstrom said that the 2005 Pavement Management Program (PMP) plans and specifications are being prepared and will be out for bids in the next few weeks. 3 IX. Commission Member Council Reports No Commission Member attended either of the February City Council meetings. Baker asked for volunteers to review the March Council agendas, and determine if Commission presence was warranted at the Council meetings. The March 1 agenda had already been reviewed; Anderson will attend the March 15 meeting if necessary. X. Other Business Items of Other Business: ➢ Baker mentioned he would be on vacation over the March meeting. ➢ Lundstrom discussed the "work in progress" signs the City has purchased to install at buffer zones in Golden Valley. He will bring one for everyone to see at the March meeting. ➢ March meeting agenda items will include feedback on the Envision Guide, presentation on storm water, presentation and discussion on the recycling program budget and the addition of the buckthorn pilot project to the program/ project updates. No additional business was addressed. XI. Adjourn The next scheduled meeting will be on March 28, 2005 at 7:00 pm. The meeting was adjourned at 9:00 pm. Respectfully submitted, , A /1 �- R,1//w Tracy "Pharr Administrative Assistant Department of Public Works S Ciry "Golden en a e Public Works 763-593-8030 / 763-593-3988 (fax) Executive Summary Golden Valley Council/Manager Meeting January 11, 2005 Agenda Item 2. Environmental Commission Report on Citizen Participation and Buckthorn Removal Project Prepared By Jeannine Clancy, Director of Public Works Al Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator Summary At the June 2004 Council/Manager meeting, Council reviewed a proposal from Jan Olfe, a member of the South Rice Lake Association, to remove buckthorn from a portion of the South Rice Nature Area in Golden Valley. Because of restrictions in the existing city code and funding issues, staff recommended that the request be referred to the Environmental Commission for study. The Environmental Commission has completed their study and has prepared the attached memorandum for review and consideration by the City Council. Rich Baker, Chair of the Commission and Al Lundstrom, Environmental Coordinator, will attend the meeting to review the memorandum with Council. If Council concurs with the Commission's findings, staff will: 1. Begin work to revise the code to allow removal of buckthorn in City parks and right-of- ways under certain circumstances. 2. Develop a volunteer kit which would include tools, guidelines, program agreements, etc. 3. Develop a budget proposal for the 2005-2006 that will more adequately fund the costs to support volunteer programs. Attachments Memo from Al Lundstrom dated June 17, 2004 — Buckthorn Removal Proposal Discussion (8 pages) Environmental Commission Memo dated November 29, 2004 - Report on Citizen Participation and Buckthorn Removal Project (3 pages) G:\Executive Summary\2005\Environmental Commission Citizen Participation Project.doc 2005 Meeting Dates CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATES 6:30 P.M. - COUNCIL CHAMBERS January 4 July 5 January 18 July 19 February 1 August 1 (Monday) February 15 August 16 March 1 September 6 March 15 September 20 April 5 October 6 (Thursday) April 19 October 18 May 3 November 1 May 17 November 15 June 7 December 6 June 21 December 20 HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING DATES 6:30 P.M. - COUNCIL CHAMBERS January 11 April 12 July 12 October 11 COUNCIUMANAGER MEETING DATES 6:30 P.M. OR IMMEDIATELY AFTER HRA MEETING - COUNCIL CONFERENCE ROOM January 11 July 12 February 8 August 9 March 8 September 13 April 12 October 11 May 10 November 9 (Wednesday) June 14 December 13 Environmental Commission Approved 2005 Meeting Dates January 24 February 28 March 28 April 25 May 23 June 27 July 25 August 22 September 26 October 24 November 28 December 19* "Due to Christmas holiday for City staff, December meeting will be held on the third Monday of the month. GAEnvironmental Commission\Miscellaneous\2005ApprvdMtgSched.doc City ut bolden a e Open Space & Recreation Commission Agenda Brookview Community Center Monday, February 28, 2005 7: 00 PM I. Call to Order II. Roll Call Liz Elder Roger McConico Chuck Cahill Jim Vaughan Jim Johnson James Heine III. Agenda Changes or Additions IV. Approval of Minutes — January 25, 2005 V. Envision Response — Jeanne Andre VI. Brookview Golf Update — Kris Tovson VII. Old Business a) Golden Valley Smoke Ordinance b) Regional Trail Update c) Brookview Performance Area VIII. Adjournment Tom Zins Jerry Sandler Tom Kuelbs, Jr. Cin• 'Golden en a e OPEN SPACE & RECREATION COMMISSION Meeting Minutes Brookview Community Center Tuesday, January 25, 2005 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER Sandler called meeting to order at 8:30 p.m. 11. ROLL CALL Present: Chuck Cahill, Jim Johnson, Roger McConico, Jerry Sandler, Tom Zins, and Rick Jacobson, Director of Parks and Recreation Absent: Liz Elder, James Heine, Tom Kuelbs, and Jim Vaughan 111111. AGENDA CHANGES OR ADDITIONS V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES — September 27, 2004 MOTION: Moved by Johnson and seconded by Zins to approve the minutes. Motion carried unanimously. V. JOINT MEETING WITH COUNCIL AND CITY BOARDS & COMMISSIONS Sandler opened up discussion by asking the commission to give their thoughts on the meeting. The commission concluded that this presents a unique opportunity to give input to the Council on recommendations for parks and open space. It was requested that Jacobson arrange for a City staff member who was involved with the Envision process to come and give greater detail at the February meeting. V1. GOLDEN VALLEY SMOKING ORDINANCE Jacobson explained the ordinance in greater detail for the commission. He stated that the ordinance will take effect March 31, 2005. The question was asked if the golf course grounds were included in the ordinance. Jacobson answered yes. After some discussion, it was the feeling of the commission that they support the smoke-free policy in general, but question the impact it may have on the course in light of the fact it includes a large outdoor area with users scheduled several minutes apart. It was asked if the City has received any negative comments regarding no smoking on the course. Jacobson answered that a couple letters have been received along with a couple editorials. It was requested that the course manager attend a future meeting for more discussion. VII. OLD BUSINESS A. Regional Trail Update Jacobson said that there have been several meetings with Three Rivers Park District and things are moving ahead. He said that funding has been identified in the Three Rivers capital plan for construction in Golden Valley over the next three years. A Joint Powers Agreement for the project is currently being worked on. VIII. OTHER BUSINESS Jacobson reported that the Jewish Community Center may be reconstructing their athletic field this fall and may be using South Tyrol Park a few hours in the afternoon for some of their elementary school aged athletic activities. IX. ADJOURNMENT MOTION: Moved by McConico, seconded by Cahill to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. 2 Golden Valley 2005 Goals Each year, the Golden Valley City Council assesses long-term community needs and selects a set of priorities that will be the focus of its work. These goals are comprehensive and may overlap past and future priorities; funding needed to achieve the goal is considered as part of the 2006 budget process. This year's goals reflect the community's aspirations as outlined in the Envision Golden Valley results (highlighted by category below). • Conduct a census of current businesses in Golden Valley to assist in evaluating land use, redoing the Comprehensive Plan, encouraging economic development and encouraging HRA involvement in economic development. • Develop a master plan for parks and open space that includes a needs analysis conducted with participation of citizens, youth associations and adult programmers. Consider multiple uses for spaces (e.g. cross country skiing on the golf course) and ways to incorporate native plants and sustainability into the plan. • Work with other agencies and jurisdictions to improve traffic safety and road/bridges in Golden Valley with special consideration of pedestrian access along and across major corridors, highway beautification and improving transit options. Develop ways to use Council to effectively lobby in this area Relationship To Community Engagement • Engage business in helping to define economic development issues and how the City can retain and support business. • Engage all citizens and recreational associations in identifying recreational needs and how they can be reflected through park master planning. Transportation • Collaborate with other agencies and communities to develop innovative approaches to transportation needs, including: the upgrade of county roads, replacement of aging bridges, expansion of transit options, providing for pedestrians along major arterials and beautification of rights-of-way. • Develop a City legislative position on transportation issues. Recreation • Work with citizens and recreational associations to assess recreational facility needs in the city. Envision Environment • Consider how City can support and improve transit options to decrease emissions. • Work with citizens and other agencies to beautify rights-of-way. • Incorporate native and sustainable materials in park master planning. Development • Prepare for update to Comprehensive Plan by inventorying business and park uses in the city, and identifying major transportation issues. Work on park master plan. • Use business inventory to identify economic development strategies and ways to work with and support small business. Government • Use comprehensive planning to enhance the community and reflect citizen aspirations for the community. • Work with all levels of government to develop and fund transportation solutions that enhance the quality of life in Golden Valley. • Develop park master plan to support recreational needs and incorporate native and sustainable materials in park redesign. 0 7800 Golden Valley Rb G131 Tolden Valley, MN 5542 V 763-593-8014 www.ci. Golden Valley Goal/Project Ideas For boards and Commissions When setting its 2005 goals, the City Council had a long list of ideas to choose from. Many of the goals/projects relate to a sense of community that does not require leadership by a governmental body. The Council decided to forward some of the ideas to the City Boards, Commissions, and the Connection Project to see if there is general community support and desire to implement a related project. • Develop a community bike ride, including the City Council, to highlight trails in the city. • Facilitate bringing various celebrations and events together to create higher profile in the community (such as girls' softball tournament, HRC ethnic -religious -racial diversity event, Courage Center, Northwest Hennepin Human Services Council, Run the Vd- ley, VUIUtan VdIICY Arts ar 1U Music rCSIIVdI). • Study the current block club structure and consider ways to expand its mission and build community participation. • Establish a community garage sale (the week before clean-up day). • Develop a "Community Reads" program, selecting a book with a diversity theme, and consider speaker and/or forum to promote participation. • Study ways to promote and highlight arts in the community (ie, Establish Arts Commission, link to Perpich Center). • Request the Planning Commission to identify entry points to the city with the intent of developing a program to develop entry monuments. • Select a plant -of -the -year to encourage its planting in the city. Maintain city stock of plant and sell at reduced price. • Evaluate the joint meeting with the Boards and Commissions and compare it to alternative strategies for communicating with them. On of n oldeValIPIT 7800 Golden Valley Road Golden Valley, MN 55427 763-593-8014 www.ci.golden-valley,mn.us